AudioControl ACP-AZ-P2280 Architect P2280 EQ 12-Channel Multi-Zone Amplifier with EQ

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ACP-AZ-P2280
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ACP-AZ-P2280

12-Channel High-Power Multi-Zone Amplifier with EQ

  • 12 channels, up to 6 Zones
  • 100 W into 8 Ohms, 200 W into 4 Ohms
  • Bridgeable outputs
  • 5-Band EQ for each Zone

 The Architect ‘P’ Series superbly complements AudioControl’s popular high-power Architect multi-zone amplifier series,delivering 100 watts RMS per channel into 8 ohms and 200 watts per channel into 4 ohms, all channels driven.

12 channels of high-power amplification are output from the compact 2 U chassis, with the Architect P2280 EQ delivering 100 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 200 watts per channel into 4 ohms, all channels driven. Channel bridging increases power to a remarkable 400 watts into 8 ohms. Benefitting from 35 years of proprietary AudioControl cool-running amplifier design, the Architect P2280 EQ is equipped with features like input bussing, output pass-through, global 12 VDC trigger in/out with local 12 VDC trigger inputs for all zones, and input signal sensing on/off. Bus A includes a coaxial S/PDIF input for a digital source. Amplifier channels and connected loudspeakers are protected by AudioControl’s fast-acting LightDrive anti-clipping circuitry. AudioControl’s legendary equalization controls are easily accessible from the front panel and may be covered with an included magnetic security panel once the system is dialed in.

Available in a robust black powder coat finish, the Architect Model P2280 EQ is designed, engineered, and manufactured at AudioControl facilities located in Seattle, USA. The Architect ‘P’ series is covered by AudioControl’s legendary 5-year warranty and is available exclusively to the residential, custom install and Pro Audio markets through AudioControl authorized dealers.

INPUTS
Inputs: 6 Stereo Local Analog Inputs, 1 Stereo Bus Coaxial Digital Input, 1 Stereo Bus Analog Input
Input Sensitivity: Variable 0 to 1 Vrms
Analog Input Sensitivity: 1 Vrms for full output; level at maximum
CONTROL
Remote Power Trigger: +12 VDC or Dry Contact Closure, 2 x 1/8″ TS mono in/out
OUTPUTS
Amplifier Channels: 12
1 Stereo Bus Analog Output
Power Output (8 Ω): 100 W per channel
Power Output (4 Ω): 200 W per channel
Power Output (Bridged Mono): 400 W
Minimum Speaker Load: 4 Ω
AC POWER REQUIREMENTS
Standby: 0.9 W
Idle (main power on, all channels off): 58 W
All channels active: 106 W
All channels 1/8th rated power: 354 W
Full power (20 A residential service limited): 2400 W
Protection: clipping, short circuit, thermal, ultrasonic, DC offset, stable into reactive or mismatched loads
PERFORMANCE
Damping Factor: >300
Signal to Noise: >105 dB, (A-wtd, ref full output)
Crosstalk: >80 dB @ 1kHz
Gain: 30 dB
Analog Input Sensitivity: 1 Vrms for full output, level at maximum
DAC Specifications: 32 to 96 kHz sample rate, 16-/24-bit depth
BTU/HR OUTPUT
Standby: 3.1 BTU/hr
Idle (main power on, all channels off): 201 BTU/hr
All channels active: 361 BTU/hr
All channels 1/8th rated power: 470 BTU/hr
Full power (20 A residential service limited): 2124 BTU/hr
EQUALIZER
Centers: 75 Hz, 250 Hz, 700 Hz, 2.5 kHz, 12 kHz
Range: +/- 12 dB
WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS
Dimensions: 19″ W (w/rack ears) 17” W (w/o rack ears) x 15.5” D x 3.5″  H (2 U)
Weight: 21.0 lbs. (9.5 kg)
  IN THE BOX
Architect Model P2280 EQ, Speaker Connectors, Remote Connector, Power Cord, Manual, Warranty
  • 12 Channels of AudioControl Power and Performance
  • 100 watts per channel into 8 Ohms (All channels driven)
  • 200 watts per channel into 4 Ohms (All channels driven)
  • Configurable into 6 Bridged Channels
  • Bridged Channel Power 400 watts into 8 Ohms
  • Energy-Efficient Cool Operation
  • Low Standby Current Draw, 1 watt or Less
  • Compact Design Fits into 2 Rack Spaces
  • LightDrive Anti-Clipping Protection Circuitry
  • 2 x Bus Inputs A (Digital) & B (Analog)
  • Global 12 VDC Trigger Input and Output
  • Remote/Local Zone Input Trigger
  • Signal-Sensing On All Channels
  • Level Controls for All Input Pairs
  • Stereo-to-Mono Switch for Easy Channel Bridging
  • Rack Mount Brackets Included
  • Five-Year AudioControl Warranty
More Information
SKU ACP-AZ-P2280
Warranty 5 Years
Watts per Channel (4ohm) 200W
Watts per Channel (8ohm) 100W
70/100v Output No
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