The PVA-2P500 Power Amplifier is a high-efficiency, dual-channel Class-D amplifier designed for emergency and general-purpose audio applications. Its robust design and compliance with stringent safety and environmental standards make it an ideal solution for critical environments requiring superior audio quality and reliability.

Key Features

• Powerful Output:
  • 2 × 500 W at 70 V or 100 V with floating outputs.
• High Efficiency:
  • Class-D amplifier technology with low power consumption in standby mode.
• Safety and Monitoring:
  • Integrated ground fault monitoring, line supervision, and protection mechanisms (e.g., temperature, DC faults, and short circuits).
• Flexible Power Supply:
  • Operates on 120-240 V AC mains or 24 V DC emergency backup.
• Extensive Monitoring and Control:
  • Managed via CAN bus with comprehensive processor-controlled monitoring.
• Compliance with EN 54-16:
  • Certified for use in emergency evacuation systems.

Certifications & Compliance

Emergency Standard Certifications

• Europe: EN 54‑16, EN 54-4.
• UK: BS 5839-8.
• Austria: ÖNORM F 3033.

Environmental Directive Compliance

• Safety: EN 62368-1.
• Immunity: EN 50130-4, EN 55103-2 (E1, E2, E3).
• Emissions: EN 61000-6-3, ICES-003, FCC-47 part 15B class A.
• Maritime: EN 60945.
• Environmental: RoHS, EN 50581.

Conformity

• Regions: CE/CPR (Europe), FCC (USA), ICES (Canada), RCM (Australia), KCC (Korea), EAC (Russia).

Technical Specifications

Electrical

• Rated Load Impedance:
  • 100 V: 20 Ω (500 W).
  • 70 V: 10 Ω (500 W).
• Rated Output Power: 2 × 500 W at 1 kHz, THD ≤ 1%.
• Input Specifications:
  • Rated Input Voltage: +6 dBu.
  • Max Input Level: +18 dBu (9.75 Vrms).
  • Input Impedance: 20 kΩ, active balanced.
• Output Specifications:
  • Max RMS Voltage Swing (THD ≤ 1%, without load):
    • 100 V: 110 V.
    • 70 V: 78 V.
  • Voltage Gain:
    • 70 V: 33.2 dB.
    • 100 V: 36.2 dB.
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-weighted): > 104 dB.
  • Crosstalk (1 kHz): < -85 dB.
  • Output Noise (A-weighted): < -62 dBu.
  • Maximum Load Capacitance: 2 µF.

Power Requirements

• Power Supply:
  • Mains: 115-240 V AC ±10%, 50/60 Hz.
  • Battery: 21-32 V DC.
• Power Consumption:
  • Alarm: ~700 W (AC), ~735 W (DC).
  • Idle: ~21 W (AC), ~16 W (DC).
  • Standby: ~1.9 W (AC), ~1.5 W (DC).
• Protection: Audio input limiter, RMS output limiter, high temperature, short circuit, and ground fault.

Environmental

• Operating Temperature: -5 °C to +45 °C (+23 °F to +113 °F).
• Storage Temperature: -40 °C to +70 °C (-40 °F to +158 °F).
• Humidity: 5% to 90% (non-condensing).
• Altitude: Up to 2000 m.

Mechanical

• Dimensions (H × W × D): 88 mm × 483 mm × 375 mm (2RU).
• Weight: 16.5 kg.
• Mounting: Standalone or 19-inch rack.
• Color: Black with silver accents.

Parts Included

• 1 × PVA-2P500 Power Amplifier.
• 1 × 230 V AC power cord.
• 1 × 120 V AC power cord.
• 1 × Set of connectors.
• 1 × Set of feet.
• 1 × Installation manual.
• 1 × Important safety instructions.

This amplifier is tailored for demanding environments, ensuring reliable operation, low energy consumption, and seamless integration into voice evacuation and public address systems.