Product Description
Blaze Audio PowerZone Connect 508 8-Channel Networkable Matrix Smart Amplifier
Overview
Give your space-constrained high-performance audio and voice installations the superior performance they need with PowerZone Connect 1U series amplifiers. These ultra-compact amplifiers are designed using DSP-enabled Class-D technology to deliver unparalleled reliability, efficiency, ease of use, and pain-free configuration. Whether you need to power conventional low-impedance (4Ω to 16Ω) loudspeakers or constant voltage (70V/ 100V) transformer-coupled loudspeakers, the PowerZone™ Connect 1U amplifiers have you covered. With automatic power-sharing technology for proportional distribution in both Lo-Z and Hi-Z modes, you can rest assured that your audio system is receiving the power it needs. PowerZone™ Connect 1U amplifiers (122/504) are optionally compatible with Audinate Dante™ AoIP networks and installations. The PowerZone™ Control web app is built into all PowerZone™ Connect amplifiers for easy system setup. Control and customize even the most challenging audio/voice systems with features like multi-zone setup, input mixing, priority and ducking, restriction, input and output EQ, S/PDIF output routing, filters, delay, and more from your smart device. With flexible power sharing across output channels, you can be confident that your audio system has what it needs at all times. ErP and Energy Star-compliant and UL-listed audio equipment, the PowerZone™ Connect 1U series is the ultimate choice for your audio/voice installation needs. With 500 watts of pure Class-D power, an ultra-compact form factor, and optional rack ears. extension plates and full rack supports, PowerZone Connect 508 installation is a breeze, and it fits in places where other products can't to deliver power where you need it.
Features
- 1RU form factor
- Full-matrix DSP configuration via PowerZone™ Control web app (built-in)
- Hybrid power distribution in both Lo-Z and Hi-Z
- Powered by Pascal UMAC™ Class-D technology
- Flexible power sharing across output channels
- S/PDIF input/output
- Configurable GPIO
- ErP and Energy Star compliant
- UL listed audio equipment
- UREC™ universal power supply with PFC 5 Year warranty
Applications
- Bars and Cafes
- Restaurants
- Retail stores
- Fitness centers
- Hotels and Education Sites
- Corporate
- House of Worship
Specifications
- Total system power: 500 W
- Output Power @ 4/8 Ω: 8 x 60 W
- Output Power @ 70/100 V*: 4 x 125 W
- Powershare (up to) Across all channels**: 2 x 250 W
- Power Consumption: 150 W
- Dimensions: 44 x 440 x 319 mm (1.7 x 17.3 x 12.6 in)
- Weight: 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs)
- Power Ratings: Output power measured @ 1% THD at 120 VAC 60 Hz and 230 VAC 50 Hz Output Circuitry: UMAC™ Class D - full bandwidth PWM modulator with ultra-low distortion Output Voltage: 45 Vrms (S.E) - 70 / 100 V (Hi-Z)
- Signal To NoiseRatio: > 106 dB (A-weighted, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 8 Ω load)
- THD+N: (typical) < 0.05% (20 Hz-20 kHz, 8 Ω load, 3 dB below rated power)
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (+0 / -0.25 dB (8 Ω load, 3 dB below rated power) Protection Circuits: Short circuit -, DC -, Undervoltage -, Temperature - and Overload protection
- Power Supply: UREC™ universal mains switch mode power supply with Power Factor Correction (PFC) and standby converter
- Operating temperature: 0 - 40° C
- Operating Voltage/ Frequency: Universal Mains, 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz - 60 Hz
- Standby Consumption: < 0.5 W
