Ple 1 P 120 Eu
Ple 1 P 120 Eu
Ple 1 P 120 Eu
The PLE-1P120-EU and PLE-1P240-EU are two high-power is a 100 V line input to connect the amplifier to a 100 V
plug-and-play cost effective power amplifiers that deliver loudspeaker line to provide more power in remote
120 and 240 Watts to constant voltage or 8 ohm loads. locations.
Built with premium quality and protections, they offer Gain or level control is located on the rear of the unit to
basic functionality at a budget price. The amplifiers offer avoid accidental setting change. A meter with LED bar
straight 1 V and 100 V line in, and 70 V, 100 V and 8 ohms shows the output level.
out. They can extend the power of the PLE- series mixer
The amplifier has a 70 V or 100 V output for constant
amplifiers or be combined with the PLE-10M2-EU mixer,
voltage loudspeaker systems, and a low impedance output
or work anywhere where more power on an existing 100 V
for 8 ohm loudspeaker loads.
line is needed or when a line level signal is provided.
Controls and indicators
Front
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Performance
Max / rated power PLE-1P120-EU 180 W / 120 W
Max / rated power PLE-1P240-EU 360 W / 240 W
Power reduction on backup power -1 dB
Rear view
Frequency response 50 Hz to 20 kHz (+1/‑3 dB @
‑10 dB ref. rated output)
Distortion <1% @ rated output power,
Parts Included 1 kHz
Ordering Information
PLE‑1P120‑EU Plena Amplifier PLE-1P120-EU
120 W, 100V / 70V power amplifier
PLE‑1P240‑EU Plena Amplifier PLE-1P240-EU
240 W, 100V / 70V power amplifier
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Important safeguards
Before installing or operating this product, always read
the Safety Instructions, which are available as a separate
document (9922 141 7014x). These instructions are
supplied together with all equipment that can be
connected to the mains.
Table of contents
Important safeguards ...................................................................................................................................................2
Table of contents ...........................................................................................................................................................3
1. Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................5
1.1 Purpose .....................................................................................................................................................................................5
1.2 Digital document .....................................................................................................................................................................5
1.3 Intended audience ..................................................................................................................................................................5
1.4 Related documentation ..........................................................................................................................................................5
1.5 Alerts ..........................................................................................................................................................................................5
1.6 Icons ...........................................................................................................................................................................................5
1.6.1 Note icons ...........................................................................................................................................................................5
1.6.2 Caution, Warning, and Danger icons ...........................................................................................................................5
1.7 Conversion tables ...................................................................................................................................................................6
2. Description .....................................................................................................................................................................7
2.1 The Plena product range .......................................................................................................................................................7
2.2 Contents of box .......................................................................................................................................................................7
2.3 The Plena Power Amplifier ....................................................................................................................................................7
2.4 Controls, connectors and indicators ..................................................................................................................................9
2.4.1 Front panel ..........................................................................................................................................................................9
2.4.2 Rear panel ........................................................................................................................................................................ 10
3. Installation ................................................................................................................................................................... 11
3.1 Unpack unit ............................................................................................................................................................................ 11
3.2 Install unit in rack (optional) ............................................................................................................................................... 11
3.3 Check settings/connections .............................................................................................................................................. 11
3.4 Connect unit to mains ......................................................................................................................................................... 11
4. Connections and settings ........................................................................................................................................ 13
4.1 Connecting inputs ................................................................................................................................................................ 13
4.1.1 DC supply (battery) ........................................................................................................................................................ 13
4.1.2 100 V input ...................................................................................................................................................................... 14
4.2 Connecting speakers .......................................................................................................................................................... 15
4.2.1 Constant voltage loudspeakers ................................................................................................................................... 15
4.2.2 Low impedance loudspeakers ..................................................................................................................................... 15
5. Operation ..................................................................................................................................................................... 17
5.1 Switch on and off ................................................................................................................................................................. 17
5.1.1 Switch on ......................................................................................................................................................................... 17
5.1.2 Switch off ......................................................................................................................................................................... 17
6. Technical data ............................................................................................................................................................. 19
6.1 Electrical ................................................................................................................................................................................. 19
6.1.1 Mains power supply ....................................................................................................................................................... 19
6.1.2 Battery power supply ..................................................................................................................................................... 19
6.1.3 Power consumption ....................................................................................................................................................... 19
6.1.4 Performance .................................................................................................................................................................... 19
6.1.5 Line input - loop through output .................................................................................................................................. 19
6.1.6 100 V input ...................................................................................................................................................................... 19
6.1.7 Loudspeaker outputs 70 / 100 V* .............................................................................................................................. 19
6.1.8 Loudspeaker output 8 ohm* ........................................................................................................................................ 19
6.2 Mechanical ............................................................................................................................................................................. 20
6.3 Environmental ........................................................................................................................................................................ 20
Note
1 hPa = 1 mbar.
° F = 9 . ( ° C + 32) ° C = 5 . ( ° F 32)
°F= 5 °C= 9
Note
When using the unit with backup power of 24 V,
make sure that the unit is always powered ON.
When the unit is switched OFF, the batteries will
be drained as this will be regarded as a power
source. Consequently the unit will revert to 24
VDC power from the 24 V input.
100V
Sensitivity
Input
1V
100 V
70 V
8 Ohm
Loop through
Limiter 0V
Note
Do not obstruct the airflow into the unit.
4 Headphone socket.
1 2
3 4
1 7
2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10
4 Connections and settings The Plena Power Amplifier has as a built in charger,
which charges the connected battery (or batteries if
connected in series). A separate battery charger is,
4.1 Connecting inputs therefore, not required. The charger charges the battery
with a 0.5 A constant current until the battery voltage
4.1.1 DC supply (battery) reaches 27.4 VDC. The charger then switches over to
constant voltage charging (also known as float charging).
This means that a battery can be charged at the same
Caution rate it is discharging, and thus full capacity battery can
The connection cable must have an in-line fuse. be assured.
Use the type of fuse shown in the following
figure. This type of charging is suited for low duty-cycle
applications where a relatively high current or power is
infrequently required.
Caution
Make sure the unit is earthed. Note
If the backup power system has to comply to the
The Plena Power Amplifier has a 24 VDC input EN54-4 standard or similar standards for
(terminal screw). This input can be used in mobile backup power and charging speeds, Bosch
applications, such as boats where 115 or 230 VAC is not recommends the PLN-24CH10.
available or in applications that must continue to The PLN-24CH10 is a dedicated battery
operate in case of a power failure. charger and power supply that is fully EN54-4
compliant.
When a 24 VDC battery is connected (typically
consisting of two 12 VDC lead-acid batteries in series),
the unit will operate on the supplied DC voltage.
-
+ FUS
E
-
12 V +
D C
12 V
D C
Caution
Potential equipment damage. Before applying
power, always check the mains voltage selector
at the rear of the unit.
PLE-1P120-EU (mains)
6.1.7 Loudspeaker outputs 70 / 100 V*
400 VA
Connector
PLE-1P240-EU (mains)
Euro style pluggable screw terminal, floating
800 VA
Max / rated PLE-1P120-EU
6.1.4 Performance 180 W / 120 W
Max / rated PLE-1P240-EU
Frequency response
360 W / 240 W
50 Hz to 20 kHz (+1/-3 dB @ -10 dB ref. rated
output)
6.1.8 Loudspeaker output 8 ohm*
Distortion
Connector
<1% @ rated output power, 1 kHz
Euro style pluggable screw terminal, floating
PLE-1P120-EU
31 V (120 W)
PLE-1P240-EU
44 V (240 W)
* Subtract 1 dB for 24 V battery operation.
6.2 Mechanical
Dimensions (H x W x D)
100 x 430 x 270 mm (19" wide, 2U high)
Mounting
Stand-alone, 19" rack
Color
Charcoal
Weight (PLE-1P120-EU)
Approx. 10.5 kg
Weight (PLE-1P240-EU)
Approx. 12.5 kg
6.3 Environmental
Operating temperature
-10 to +55 ºC
Storage temperature
-40 to +70 ºC
Relative humidity
<95%
Acoustic noise level of fan
<33 dB SPL @ 1 m temperature control