Lab.gruppen FP7000/SP Operation Manual

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Operation Manual

FP+ Series:

Rev. 1.0.8

Item no. OM-FP+

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Page 1 Operation Manual FP+ Series: Rev. 1.0.8 Item no. OM-FP+...
Page 3 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Before using the device, be sure to carefully read the Safety Instructions. Keep this document with the device at all times Important Safety Instructions To prevent electric shock do not remove top or bottom covers. Read these instructions. No user serviceable parts inside.
Page 4 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Warning To reduce risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Français: Pour réduire les risques de blessure ou le choc électrique, n’exposez pas l’appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité. Do not expose this system/apparatus to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the apparatus.
Page 5 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS User Responsibility 1.7.1 Mains connection grounding Your amplifier must be connected to a grounded socket outlet. 1.7.2 Speaker output hazard Power amplifiers are capable of producing hazardous output voltages. To avoid electrical shock, do not touch any exposed speaker wiring while the amplifier is operating.
Page 6 CONTENTS 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .....................i 1.1 Important Safety Instructions ........................i 1.2 Standards..............................i 1.3 Explanation of Graphical Symbols ......................i 1.4 Warning ..............................ii 1.5 Caution ..............................ii 1.6 FCC Compliance Notice (Radio Interference ..................ii 1.7 User Responsibility ..........................iii 1.7.1 Mains Connection Grounding ......................iii 1.7.2 Speaker Output Hazard .......................iii 1.7.3 Speaker Damage .........................iii...
Page 7 CONTENTS 5.4.2 Unbalanced Input connection ....................12 5.4.3 Speakon Output connections ....................12 5.4.4 Binding Post ( BP ) Output connectors ...................13 5.4.5 Output bridge mode .......................14 5.4.6 Amplifier Gain .........................14 5.4.6.1 Channel gain / Level ( Front-panel pots ) ...............14 5.4.6.2 Amplifier sensitivity .......................14 5.4.7 Output Voltage Peak Limiter, (VPL) ..................15 5.4.8 Output Current Peak Limiter (CPL) ..................15 5.5 Protection, faults and warnings ......................16...
Page 8 This gain adjust- The Lab.gruppen FP+ Series builds on the foundation ment feature makes it easier to achieve an optimal of the road-tested fP Series, with the same sonic balance between headroom and noise floor.
Page 9 ▸ vhF, (Very High Frequency) protection circuits Lab.gruppen’s proprietary DeviceControl software mute the output of the amplifier when non- to automatically create a precise picture of all con- dynamic continuous signals above 10 kHz are nected devices and their relative position in the chain.
Page 10 3 INSTALLATION 3.1 Unpacking Carefully open the shipping carton and check for any noticeable damage. Every Lab.gruppen amplifier is tested and inspected before leaving the factory and should arrive in perfect condition. If any damage is discovered, please notify the shipping company immediately.
Page 11 AC source type referred to on the label. The warranty will not cover damage caused by connecting to an incorrect type of AC mains. Lab.gruppen switch mode amplifiers use primary switching. Because the mains power is rectified FP+ Series Operation Manual 4...
Page 12 4 QUICK GUIDE OVERVIEW 4.1 Front-Panel overview -10dB channel CLIP HI-IMP SIG -20 -15 -10 -4 VPL CPL -inf -10dB BRIDGE A+B MUTE channel SIG -20 -15 -10 -4 VPL CPL HI-IMP CLIP -inf FP1 0000Q FP SERIES -10dB channel HI-IMP CLIP SIG -20 -15 -10 -4...
Page 13 QUICK GUIDE OVERVIEW 4 4.2 Rear-Panel overview BALANCED INPUTS SPEAKER OUTPUTS 44dB Ser. N:o Removed! 150V 41dB CH D CH C CH B CH A CH D CH C+D CH B CH A+B 121V 38dB 35dB 101V 32dB FP 10000Q 29dB 200-240V 50-60Hz :2500W...
Page 14 4 QUICK GUIDE OVERVIEW 4.2.1 Network and Configuration section gain - Globally set for all channels, from +23 dB to +44 dB in 3 dB steps. Four-channel model shown. Two-channel versions have VPL and Bridge Mode switches for channels Option active - Not currently implemented. A and B only.
Page 15 QUICK GUIDE OVERVIEW 4 4.2.3 Input and Output connectors All FP+ Series amplifiers are equipped with balanced XLR-F input connectors. two-channel models also offer parallel (“loop-thru”) XLR-M output connectors for daisy-chaining multiple amplifiers from the same signal source. All FP+ Series amplifiers except the FP 9000, FP 13000 and FP 14000 offer a choice of either binding post (BP) or Neutrik©...
Page 16 NomadLink network cables must be network. All features of the NomadLink network are rated VW-1. accessible via a PC running Lab.gruppen’s proprietary DeviceControl software. A single rackspace NLB 60E The OUT port from the NLB 60E must be connected NomadLink Bridge &...
Page 17 OPERATION AND PERFORMANCE 5 Overall amplifier input gain is adjusted using the 5.1 Introduction input stage DIP-switches. Please note that the gain setting is global, affecting all channels. Following the input stage, the dedicated level control on each The following sections provide comprehensive channel allows signal attenuation from 0 dB to minus information on amplifier connection, setup, operation, infinity.
Page 18 5 OPERATION AND PERFORMANCE 5.3.2 headroom, sensitivity and vPL / gain The headroom available through the input stage to the clip limiter is shown by the dotted lines as +10 settings dB at 195 V peak and +16.1 dB at 54 V peak. These The input amplifier and limiter system is designed lines illustrate the additional signal level that can be to accommodate extremes of performance.
Page 19 OPERATION AND PERFORMANCE 5 When linking the same source signal to 5.4 Audio Input and Output several input channels, be aware that there connections is a limit to the number of channels an output source can “drive”. A typical output source (e.g.
Page 20 5 OPERATION AND PERFORMANCE Two-channel amplifiers – Two-channel amplifiers 5.4.4 Binding Post (BP) Output connectors are wired in the following manner. The right Speakon Refer to the instructions in this section if your amplifier connector, Channel A+B, provides outputs for both is equipped with Binding Post output connectors.
Page 21 OPERATION AND PERFORMANCE 5 The unique adjustable input gain feature of the Never connect an output terminal to ground, FP+ Series makes it easier to attain the optimum or to any other input or output. Observe balance between headroom and signal-to-noise ratio relative loudspeaker polarity: loudspeakers in the signal path.
Page 22 5 OPERATION AND PERFORMANCE 5.4.7 Output voltage Peak Limiter (vPL) The values for VPL are displayed as maximum Voltage Peak. To translate Voltage Peak into Vrms, you must Voltage Peak Limiter (VPL) is a unique feature in divide the Voltage Peak values by 1.41 (see table). FP+ Series amplifiers.
Page 23 OPERATION AND PERFORMANCE 5 5.5 Protection, faults and Max. Peak Output output power power VHF protection warnings operation area - 6 dB slope Max. Continous output power 5.5.1 Introduction The FP+ Series amplifiers incorporate a sophisticated 20 Hz 10 kHz 20 kHz 30 kHz and comprehensive set of protection features.
Page 24 5 OPERATION AND PERFORMANCE 5.5.5 high-impedance warning (open load) longer on-time bursts until the protection mode is activated. A high-impedance (open load) condition is indicated when an input signal above approximately -29 dB If the temperature becomes too high to continue is detected and no functioning loudspeakers are safe operation, the overheated output channel(s) connected to the amplifier.
Page 25 OPERATION AND PERFORMANCE 7 5.6 Front-panel monitoring and Step Attenuation adjustments 1 (Min) -Inf. dB -60.5. dB -48.3 dB 5.6.1 Level indicators -33.9 dB -25.8 dB -21.6 dB -19.2 dB -17.4 dB -16.0 dB -14.7 dB -13.7 dB Figure 5.6.1: Front panel LED field (per-channel) -12.7 dB -12.1 dB The front-panel displays an array of ten LED indica-...
Page 26 5 OPERATION AND PERFORMANCE 5.6.4 Performance, Warning and Fault continue until the short circuit is removed. CPL remains constant orange in a fault condition only indicators when an input signal is present. global Indicators: ▸ Temperature (yellow) warning is indicated by a flashing LED.
Page 27 Below are typical examples of NomadLink network amplifiers, as well as full compatibility with setups: Lab.gruppen’s third party control protocol, please be sure that you are using the most up-to-date firmware. ▸ Rule 1: The maximum cable length in between...
Page 28 DeviceControl is Lab.gruppen’s proprietary software application for monitoring and controlling networked FP+ Series and other Lab.gruppen NomadLink-ready power amplifier. DeviceControl runs on a Windows PC, which connects via Ethernet to the NLB 60E NomadLink Bridge & Network Controller. DeviceControl provides comprehensive monitoring of amplifier status as well as control of amplifier power on/off and individual channel mute and solo functions.
Page 29 How can I be sure that no protection circuits or Following are common questions asked about safety functions interfere with the output signal? Lab.gruppen FP+ Series power amplifiers together A: If no Clip or Warning LEDs on the front panel light with helpful answers.
Page 30 6 APPENDIX Current draw and Thermal dissipation specifications The following tables contain information on measured current consumption as well as calculated heat dissipation during normal operation The following tables contain information on measured current consumption as well as calculated heat dissipa- (1/8 rated power);...
Page 31 APPENDIX 6 FP 13000 Level Load Rated power Line Current *2) Watt *1) Thermal dissipation 120 VAC 230 VAC Dissipated BTU/hr kCal/hr Standby with remote power off via Nomadlink ® Power on, Idling Amp (I) Watt 16 Ω / Ch. 1200 Pink noise 10.2...
Page 32 6 APPENDIX FP 9000 Level Load Rated power Line Current *2) Watt *1) Thermal dissipation 120 VAC 230 VAC Dissipated BTU/hr kCal/hr Standby with remote power off via Nomadlink ® Power on, Idling Amp (I) Watt 16 Ω / Ch. Pink noise (1/8th rated 32 Ω...
Page 33 APPENDIX 6 FP 7000 Level Load Rated power Line Current *2) Watt *1) Thermal dissipation 120 VAC 230 VAC Dissipated BTU/hr kCal/hr Standby with remote power off via Nomadlink ® Power on, Idling Amp (I) Watt 16 Ω / Ch. Pink noise (1/8th rated 32 Ω...
Page 34 6 APPENDIX FP 4000 Level Load Rated power Line Current *2) Watt *1) Thermal dissipation 120 VAC 230 VAC Dissipated BTU/hr kCal/hr Standby with remote power off via Nomadlink ® Power on, Idling Amp (I) Watt 16 Ω / Ch. Pink noise (1/8th rated 32 Ω...
Page 35 -10dB channel CLIP HI-IMP SIG -20 -15 -10 -4 VPL CPL -inf -10dB BRIDGE A+B MUTE channel SIG -20 -15 -10 -4 VPL CPL APPENDIX 6 HI-IMP CLIP -inf FP1 0000Q FP SERIES -10dB channel HI-IMP CLIP SIG -20 -15 -10 -4 VPL CPL NOMAD -inf...
Page 36 6 APPENDIX FP 6000Q Level Load Rated power Line Current *2) Watt *1) Thermal dissipation 120 VAC 230 VAC Dissipated BTU/hr kCal/hr Standby with remote power off via Nomadlink ® Power on, Idling Amp (I) Watt 16 Ω / Ch. Pink noise (1/8th rated 32 Ω...
Page 37 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 7 Following are the FP+ Series technical specifi cations. These fi gures are accurate at the time of printing but please note that all fi gures are subject to change without notice. For the most accurate and current information Model FP 14000 FP 9000...
Page 38 (6) years from date of purchase from an authorized visit Lab.gruppen dealer. If the product fails to perform Lab.gruppen by phone or email to obtain details Lab.gruppen will undertake to repair, or at its for the nearest authorized service center.
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