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D 20:4L Combines 2000 W of Flexible Power with the Latest LAKE DSP, DANTE Digital Audio Networking and Advanced System Integrity Monitoring.
The D 20:4L is based on the same foundation of robust, high-power amplifier technologies as our renowned PLM Series – an amplifier platform with a proven record of reliability and sonic performance on the world’s most grueling concert tours and in high-profile, large-scale installations.
With the D 20:4L, those same core technologies have been updated and refocused to provide the ultimate solution for the most demanding digitally networked installed sound applications – in stadia, arenas, theme parks, performing arts centers, racecourses and other large commercial sound installations.
In addition to legendary LAB GRUPPEN reliability and sonic excellence, the D Series incorporates newly refined outputs stage technologies along with installation-targeted hardware and software features that optimize amplifier system design and configuration. Together, these new technologies allow systems integrators to minimize both initial equipment costs and end users’ long-term energy consumption.
Rational Power Management (RPM)
At the core of the D Series platform is Rational Power Management (RPM), a proprietary LAB GRUPPEN technology that allows system designers and integrators unprecedented freedom to allocate the output power available on each channel for optimum performance with specific load conditions. RPM technology also enables the integrator to minimize initial equipment costs and reduce rack space requirement since with conventional installation amplifiers, it is often necessary to "over-specify" amplifiers to meet the maximum power demand on one channel, leaving excess power capacity wasted on the remaining channels. RPM reduces costly excess capacity by allowing re-allocation of output power capacity among the four channels - with up to two channels on the D 120:4T/Ta capable of delivering up to 5000 W power output on each channel, leaving the remaining available power to be allocated to the other channels for less demanding loads.
| Product Name | Lab.Gruppen D 20:4L 2000W Amplifier |
|---|---|
| Brand | Lab.Gruppen |
What's in the Box?
- Lab.Gruppen D 20:4L 2000W Amplifier
- 2,000 Watt amplifier with 4 flexible output channels and up to 1,600 Watts channel output
- Lake digital signal processing for unparalleled loudspeaker management and system control
- Integrated 8x8 channels of dual redundant Dante digital audio networking with AES67 support
- 4 x 500 Watts into 2 Ohms, 4 x 500 Watts into 2.67 Ohms, 4 x 500 Watts into 4 Ohms, 4 x 500 Watts into 8 Ohms, 4 x 425 Watts into 16 Ohms, 4 x 500 Watts into Hi-Z 25 V, 4 x 500 Watts into Hi-Z 70 V, 4 x 250 Watts into Hi-Z 100 V
- Proven and reliable IDEEA Class D Output Stage with direct drive 70 and 100 V constant voltage systems as well as low impedance
- Rational Power Management (RPM) provides total flexibility to allocate available power across all 4 output channels for most efficient use of system inventory
- Best-in-class Power Factor Correction (PFC) and switch mode power supply reduces running costs and minimizes environmental impact
- Breaker Emulation Limiter (BEL) with configurable mains current draw threshold and breaker profile to safeguard mains breakers from tripping
- Configurable Auto Power Down and Adaptive Rail Control enables real world lifetime energy savings
- Under-Voltage Limiting (UVL) for continued operation during severe mains supply voltage drops
- Dedicated on-board surveillance and load monitoring for mass notification applications
- Redundant audio inputs and on-board system surveillance for voice alarm systems
- CAFE (Configuring Amplifiers For the Environment) software for design, system planning, equipment planning, installation and commissioning
- Control and monitoring integration with 3rd-party matrix systems including MediaMatrix and Q-Sys via dedicated interfacing software
- Dedicated front-panel mute buttons for each amplifier channel with bicolour LED indication
- 4 "Lake Class" analog input channels with Iso-Float ground isolation for reliable audio distribution
- 4 input channels of AES/EBU (AES3) digital audio supporting all standard sample rates up to 192 kHz with 24-bit resolution
- 2 Neutrik etherCON RJ-45 ports provide dual redundant Dante interfaces and remote configuration via Lake Controller and Dante Controller software
- Balanced analog and digital audio inputs and amplifier outputs on plug-in Phoenix connectors
- Detachable and locking IEC mains cable rated at 250 V / 16 A with variety of wall plugs selectable on order
- Removable dust filter grille for increased air circulation and simple maintenance
- Rugged slimline (1U) rackmount chassis including rear support brackets for ease of installation
- Designed and engineered in Sweden
General
| Processing / Network |
Lake / Dante |
| Number of amplifier channels |
4 |
| Total burst power all channels (share among channels with RPM) |
2000 W |
Max output power (all channels driven)1
| 2 ohms |
500 W |
| 2.67 ohms |
500 W |
| 4 ohms |
500 W |
| 8 ohms |
500 W |
| 16 ohms |
425 W |
| Hi-Z 25 V |
500 W |
| Hi-Z 70 V |
500 W |
| Hi-Z 100 V |
250 W |
Max output power single channel (all models)1
| 2 ohms |
850 W |
| 2.67 ohms |
1150 W |
| 4 ohms |
1600 W |
| 8 ohms |
1100 W |
| 16 ohms |
600 W |
| Hi-Z 25 V |
500 W |
| Hi-Z 70 V |
1400 W |
| Hi-Z 100 V |
1000 W |
Amplifier output modules (all models, all channels)
| Peak output voltage |
142 Vpk |
| Max output Current |
30 Apk |
| Rational Power Management (RPM) |
Share “Total burst power” of the product freely among channels. Any channel can scale up to the “single channel max power” |
| Default voltage limitation (can be lifted with RPM configuration) |
100 Vpk |
| Protection features |
Current Average Limiter (CAL), Very High Frequency Protection (VHF), Direct Current Protection (DC), Short Circuit Protection, Current-Clip Limiter, Voltage Clip Limiter, Temperature protection |
Amplifier platform
| Inter Sample Voltage Peak Limiter (ISVPL) |
Configurable Peak voltage threshold and profile |
| Amplifier gain |
Digital configurable amplifier gain 22 - 44 dB |
| Dynamic range |
> 112 dB |
| Load impedance analysis |
Yes |
| Temperature control |
Temperature regulated fans (front-to-rear airflow) and show must go on limitation (ATL, PTL) |
| Internal Sample Rate / Data path |
96 kHz / 32 bit floating point |
| Product propagation delay AES 96 kHz / analog input |
1.61 / 1.68 ms |
Lake processing
| Loudspeaker processing |
Up to 4 modules of Classic/linear-phase/FIR crossover, EQ, delay, LimiterMax™ - peak and RMS limiters |
| System tuning |
Group control with Raised Cosine™ MESA EG™ asymmetric filters |
| Input redundancy / Matrix |
Automatic 4 level input redundancy / 4 input mixers |
| System integration |
Comprehensive 3rd party protocol over UDP Ethernet |
Dante Audio Network
| Dante I/O |
8 x 8 |
| Network topology / redundancy |
Flexible topology / Supports daisy-chained and Dual redundant networks |
| Sample Rates / Transport |
48, 96 kHz / Uni + Multicast |
| Network latency |
0.25, 0.5, 1.0, 2.0, 5.0 ms |
AES Inputs
| Inputs |
4 AES inputs |
| Supported sample rates / resolution |
44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz / up to 24 bits |
| Sample rate conversion THD+N 20 Hz - 20 kHz unweighted |
0.0000003 |
Analog Inputs
| Inputs |
4 high quality inputs with Iso-Float ground isolation |
| Maximum input / digital reference |
+26 dBu / +21 dBu |
| Sampling rate / Resolution |
96 kHz / 24 bit |
| Input impedance balanced / unbalanced |
20 / 10 kOhm |
| THD+N (typical at 1 kHz unweighted) |
0.0000022 |
| THD+N (typical at 20 Hz and 20 kHz unweighted) |
0.0000033 |
Back panel Interface
| Analog inputs |
4 x Terminal block connectors analog input with +, - and ground |
| AES inputs |
4 x Terminal block connectors analog input with +, - and ground |
| Output connectors |
4 x 2 pole Terminal block connectors rated at 1000 V / 41 A (exceeding amplifier capacity) Can take up to 8 mm2 (8.2 AWG) cables |
| Ethernet Ports |
2 x EtherCon RJ45 Lake Controller, Dante controller and/or DLM (3rd party protocol) |
| Detachable mains cord |
Detachable locking 3-pin IEC rated at 250 V / 16 A |
Front-panel user interface
| System status indication |
3 x tri-color LED. FRAME, TEMP, PSU for device status indication |
| Channel status indication |
3 x tri-color LED per channel. Status indication separated for channel LOAD, AMP, SIGNAL status |
| Mute |
Per channel touch button for MUTE control and tri-color LED for indication |
| Power |
Touch button for ON/STANDBY control and tri-color LED for power state indication |
| Select |
Touch button and LED for bidirectional device software select functionality |
Mains Power
| Nominal voltage |
100 - 240 Volt AC 50 - 60 Hz |
| Operating voltage |
70 - 265 V AC 45 - 66 Hz |
| Mains wall plug |
Selectable on order CEE 7/7 “Schuko” 230 V / 16 A, NEMA 5-15 125 V / 15 A, BS1363-A 250 V / 13 A, IA16A3 250 V / 16 A, AU/NZ 250 V / 10 A, JP 125 V / 15 A, CPCS-CCC 250 V / 10 A |
Power supply features
| Soft start / Inrush power |
Yes |
| Power factor correction |
> 0.98 for mains power > 300 W |
| Regulated switch mode power supply (R.SMPS) |
Yes |
| Breaker Emulation Limiter (BEL) |
No |
| BEL max current threshold |
Fixed 8 A |
| Power Average Limiter (PAL) |
Yes |
| Under Voltage Limiter (UVL) |
Yes |
| Mains undervoltage and overvoltage protection and mains glitch tolerance |
Yes |
Dimensions
| Rack rail to rear panel |
W: 483 mm (19”), H: 44 mm (1 U), D: 425 mm (16.7”) |
| Overall depth front-rear support |
D: 463 mm |
Weight
| Weight |
7.9 kg (17.3 lbs) |
Finish
| Finish |
Black painted steel chassis with grey painted steel front with detachable grille |
Lab.Gruppen D 20:4L 2000W Amplifier
D 20:4L Combines 2000 W of Flexible Power with the Latest LAKE DSP, DANTE Digital Audio Networking and Advanced System Integrity Monitoring.
The D 20:4L is based on the same foundation of robust, high-power amplifier technologies as our renowned PLM Series – an amplifier platform with a proven record of reliability and sonic performance on the world’s most grueling concert tours and in high-profile, large-scale installations.
With the D 20:4L, those same core technologies have been updated and refocused to provide the ultimate solution for the most demanding digitally networked installed sound applications – in stadia, arenas, theme parks, performing arts centers, racecourses and other large commercial sound installations.
In addition to legendary LAB GRUPPEN reliability and sonic excellence, the D Series incorporates newly refined outputs stage technologies along with installation-targeted hardware and software features that optimize amplifier system design and configuration. Together, these new technologies allow systems integrators to minimize both initial equipment costs and end users’ long-term energy consumption.
Rational Power Management (RPM)
At the core of the D Series platform is Rational Power Management (RPM), a proprietary LAB GRUPPEN technology that allows system designers and integrators unprecedented freedom to allocate the output power available on each channel for optimum performance with specific load conditions. RPM technology also enables the integrator to minimize initial equipment costs and reduce rack space requirement since with conventional installation amplifiers, it is often necessary to "over-specify" amplifiers to meet the maximum power demand on one channel, leaving excess power capacity wasted on the remaining channels. RPM reduces costly excess capacity by allowing re-allocation of output power capacity among the four channels - with up to two channels on the D 120:4T/Ta capable of delivering up to 5000 W power output on each channel, leaving the remaining available power to be allocated to the other channels for less demanding loads.
| Product Name | Lab.Gruppen D 20:4L 2000W Amplifier |
|---|---|
| Brand | Lab.Gruppen |
What's in the Box?
Lab.Gruppen D 20:4L 2000W Amplifier- 2,000 Watt amplifier with 4 flexible output channels and up to 1,600 Watts channel output
- Lake digital signal processing for unparalleled loudspeaker management and system control
- Integrated 8x8 channels of dual redundant Dante digital audio networking with AES67 support
- 4 x 500 Watts into 2 Ohms, 4 x 500 Watts into 2.67 Ohms, 4 x 500 Watts into 4 Ohms, 4 x 500 Watts into 8 Ohms, 4 x 425 Watts into 16 Ohms, 4 x 500 Watts into Hi-Z 25 V, 4 x 500 Watts into Hi-Z 70 V, 4 x 250 Watts into Hi-Z 100 V
- Proven and reliable IDEEA Class D Output Stage with direct drive 70 and 100 V constant voltage systems as well as low impedance
- Rational Power Management (RPM) provides total flexibility to allocate available power across all 4 output channels for most efficient use of system inventory
- Best-in-class Power Factor Correction (PFC) and switch mode power supply reduces running costs and minimizes environmental impact
- Breaker Emulation Limiter (BEL) with configurable mains current draw threshold and breaker profile to safeguard mains breakers from tripping
- Configurable Auto Power Down and Adaptive Rail Control enables real world lifetime energy savings
- Under-Voltage Limiting (UVL) for continued operation during severe mains supply voltage drops
- Dedicated on-board surveillance and load monitoring for mass notification applications
- Redundant audio inputs and on-board system surveillance for voice alarm systems
- CAFE (Configuring Amplifiers For the Environment) software for design, system planning, equipment planning, installation and commissioning
- Control and monitoring integration with 3rd-party matrix systems including MediaMatrix and Q-Sys via dedicated interfacing software
- Dedicated front-panel mute buttons for each amplifier channel with bicolour LED indication
- 4 "Lake Class" analog input channels with Iso-Float ground isolation for reliable audio distribution
- 4 input channels of AES/EBU (AES3) digital audio supporting all standard sample rates up to 192 kHz with 24-bit resolution
- 2 Neutrik etherCON RJ-45 ports provide dual redundant Dante interfaces and remote configuration via Lake Controller and Dante Controller software
- Balanced analog and digital audio inputs and amplifier outputs on plug-in Phoenix connectors
- Detachable and locking IEC mains cable rated at 250 V / 16 A with variety of wall plugs selectable on order
- Removable dust filter grille for increased air circulation and simple maintenance
- Rugged slimline (1U) rackmount chassis including rear support brackets for ease of installation
- Designed and engineered in Sweden
General
| Processing / Network |
Lake / Dante |
| Number of amplifier channels |
4 |
| Total burst power all channels (share among channels with RPM) |
2000 W |
Max output power (all channels driven)1
| 2 ohms |
500 W |
| 2.67 ohms |
500 W |
| 4 ohms |
500 W |
| 8 ohms |
500 W |
| 16 ohms |
425 W |
| Hi-Z 25 V |
500 W |
| Hi-Z 70 V |
500 W |
| Hi-Z 100 V |
250 W |
Max output power single channel (all models)1
| 2 ohms |
850 W |
| 2.67 ohms |
1150 W |
| 4 ohms |
1600 W |
| 8 ohms |
1100 W |
| 16 ohms |
600 W |
| Hi-Z 25 V |
500 W |
| Hi-Z 70 V |
1400 W |
| Hi-Z 100 V |
1000 W |
Amplifier output modules (all models, all channels)
| Peak output voltage |
142 Vpk |
| Max output Current |
30 Apk |
| Rational Power Management (RPM) |
Share “Total burst power” of the product freely among channels. Any channel can scale up to the “single channel max power” |
| Default voltage limitation (can be lifted with RPM configuration) |
100 Vpk |
| Protection features |
Current Average Limiter (CAL), Very High Frequency Protection (VHF), Direct Current Protection (DC), Short Circuit Protection, Current-Clip Limiter, Voltage Clip Limiter, Temperature protection |
Amplifier platform
| Inter Sample Voltage Peak Limiter (ISVPL) |
Configurable Peak voltage threshold and profile |
| Amplifier gain |
Digital configurable amplifier gain 22 - 44 dB |
| Dynamic range |
> 112 dB |
| Load impedance analysis |
Yes |
| Temperature control |
Temperature regulated fans (front-to-rear airflow) and show must go on limitation (ATL, PTL) |
| Internal Sample Rate / Data path |
96 kHz / 32 bit floating point |
| Product propagation delay AES 96 kHz / analog input |
1.61 / 1.68 ms |
Lake processing
| Loudspeaker processing |
Up to 4 modules of Classic/linear-phase/FIR crossover, EQ, delay, LimiterMax™ - peak and RMS limiters |
| System tuning |
Group control with Raised Cosine™ MESA EG™ asymmetric filters |
| Input redundancy / Matrix |
Automatic 4 level input redundancy / 4 input mixers |
| System integration |
Comprehensive 3rd party protocol over UDP Ethernet |
Dante Audio Network
| Dante I/O |
8 x 8 |
| Network topology / redundancy |
Flexible topology / Supports daisy-chained and Dual redundant networks |
| Sample Rates / Transport |
48, 96 kHz / Uni + Multicast |
| Network latency |
0.25, 0.5, 1.0, 2.0, 5.0 ms |
AES Inputs
| Inputs |
4 AES inputs |
| Supported sample rates / resolution |
44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz / up to 24 bits |
| Sample rate conversion THD+N 20 Hz - 20 kHz unweighted |
0.0000003 |
Analog Inputs
| Inputs |
4 high quality inputs with Iso-Float ground isolation |
| Maximum input / digital reference |
+26 dBu / +21 dBu |
| Sampling rate / Resolution |
96 kHz / 24 bit |
| Input impedance balanced / unbalanced |
20 / 10 kOhm |
| THD+N (typical at 1 kHz unweighted) |
0.0000022 |
| THD+N (typical at 20 Hz and 20 kHz unweighted) |
0.0000033 |
Back panel Interface
| Analog inputs |
4 x Terminal block connectors analog input with +, - and ground |
| AES inputs |
4 x Terminal block connectors analog input with +, - and ground |
| Output connectors |
4 x 2 pole Terminal block connectors rated at 1000 V / 41 A (exceeding amplifier capacity) Can take up to 8 mm2 (8.2 AWG) cables |
| Ethernet Ports |
2 x EtherCon RJ45 Lake Controller, Dante controller and/or DLM (3rd party protocol) |
| Detachable mains cord |
Detachable locking 3-pin IEC rated at 250 V / 16 A |
Front-panel user interface
| System status indication |
3 x tri-color LED. FRAME, TEMP, PSU for device status indication |
| Channel status indication |
3 x tri-color LED per channel. Status indication separated for channel LOAD, AMP, SIGNAL status |
| Mute |
Per channel touch button for MUTE control and tri-color LED for indication |
| Power |
Touch button for ON/STANDBY control and tri-color LED for power state indication |
| Select |
Touch button and LED for bidirectional device software select functionality |
Mains Power
| Nominal voltage |
100 - 240 Volt AC 50 - 60 Hz |
| Operating voltage |
70 - 265 V AC 45 - 66 Hz |
| Mains wall plug |
Selectable on order CEE 7/7 “Schuko” 230 V / 16 A, NEMA 5-15 125 V / 15 A, BS1363-A 250 V / 13 A, IA16A3 250 V / 16 A, AU/NZ 250 V / 10 A, JP 125 V / 15 A, CPCS-CCC 250 V / 10 A |
Power supply features
| Soft start / Inrush power |
Yes |
| Power factor correction |
> 0.98 for mains power > 300 W |
| Regulated switch mode power supply (R.SMPS) |
Yes |
| Breaker Emulation Limiter (BEL) |
No |
| BEL max current threshold |
Fixed 8 A |
| Power Average Limiter (PAL) |
Yes |
| Under Voltage Limiter (UVL) |
Yes |
| Mains undervoltage and overvoltage protection and mains glitch tolerance |
Yes |
Dimensions
| Rack rail to rear panel |
W: 483 mm (19”), H: 44 mm (1 U), D: 425 mm (16.7”) |
| Overall depth front-rear support |
D: 463 mm |
Weight
| Weight |
7.9 kg (17.3 lbs) |
Finish
| Finish |
Black painted steel chassis with grey painted steel front with detachable grille |
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