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L-Acoustics LA8 - User Manual

L-Acoustics LA8
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Summary

SAFETY WARNINGS

Symbol Descriptions

Explains symbols indicating risks in the manual and on the product, including voltage, warning, caution, and important notices.

Important Safety Instructions

Covers crucial operational safety, environment, power supply, grounding, electrical generators, and circuit breakers.

EC Declaration of Conformity & Approvals

INTRODUCTION

Welcome and Unpacking

Provides a welcome message, outlines the manual's purpose, and gives instructions for checking the product upon arrival.

Document Navigation

Explains manual cross-references and provides essential links to L-ACOUSTICS online resources for updates.

COMPLETE SYSTEM APPROACH

LA8 Presentation and Configurations

Introduces the LA8 amplified controller's role in L-ACOUSTICS systems and details loudspeaker configuration options.

Related System Components

Lists the main L-ACOUSTICS loudspeakers, racks, and software used in conjunction with the LA8 controller.

LA8 AMPLIFIED CONTROLLER

Main Features and Panels

Details the LA8's core features, front and rear panel layout, and provides a simplified block diagram of its architecture.

Signal Processing and Amplification

Explains analog/digital inputs, DSP architecture, amplifier section, and speaker output connectors.

AES;EBU Digital Input

Details the AES/EBU digital audio input, its features, connection, and benefits over analog.

DSP Architecture

Explains the DSP engine, filtering, matrix, protection systems, and flash memory architecture.

Amplifier Section

Explains the Class D amplifier technology, power output capabilities, and power supply architecture of the LA8.

Speaker Output Connectors

Describes the SpeakON and CA-COM connectors used for loudspeaker outputs on the LA8.

Monitoring and Control

Covers the user interface, L-NET remote control network, and the LA NETWORK MANAGER software for system management.

INSTALLATION

Mounting and Cooling

Provides instructions for rack mounting, dimensions, and ensuring adequate cooling and ventilation for the controller.

AC Mains Connection

Details operating voltage, three-phase circuits, generators, circuit breakers, and power plugs/wiring.

Audio and Network Cabling

Explains the connection panels for analog audio, AES/EBU digital audio, speaker outputs, and L-NET network connections.

Power Consumption and Heat

Summarizes power requirements and consumption, and provides an example calculation for heat power output.

OPERATION

On;Off Switch and Display

Describes the power on/off sequence, startup/shutdown, main screen elements, and output signal bargraph displays.

User Interface and Menu Navigation

Details front panel controls, quick access functions, and how to navigate the main menu for settings and parameters.

Preset Management

Provides procedures for loading, storing, and deleting presets from the controller's onboard memory locations.

Parameter Settings (OPTIONS)

Covers network address, input mode, fallback, delay unit, screen contrast, firmware, and preset version information.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Maintenance Information

General maintenance guidelines, including checking firmware/preset versions, cleaning filters, and internal cleaning.

Authorized Service and Replacement

Outlines procedures for authorized service, lists available replacement kits, and details front frame/foam filter replacement.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Guides users through diagnosing and resolving malfunctions, no power/sound, digital signal issues, sound quality, and overheating.

SPECIFICATIONS

APPENDIX: PROTECTION SYSTEMS

Amplifier and Transducer Protection

Details various protection systems: thermal, over-current, DC, voltage, mains failure, and L-DRIVE transducer protection.

Summary

SAFETY WARNINGS

Symbol Descriptions

Explains symbols indicating risks in the manual and on the product, including voltage, warning, caution, and important notices.

Important Safety Instructions

Covers crucial operational safety, environment, power supply, grounding, electrical generators, and circuit breakers.

EC Declaration of Conformity & Approvals

INTRODUCTION

Welcome and Unpacking

Provides a welcome message, outlines the manual's purpose, and gives instructions for checking the product upon arrival.

Document Navigation

Explains manual cross-references and provides essential links to L-ACOUSTICS online resources for updates.

COMPLETE SYSTEM APPROACH

LA8 Presentation and Configurations

Introduces the LA8 amplified controller's role in L-ACOUSTICS systems and details loudspeaker configuration options.

Related System Components

Lists the main L-ACOUSTICS loudspeakers, racks, and software used in conjunction with the LA8 controller.

LA8 AMPLIFIED CONTROLLER

Main Features and Panels

Details the LA8's core features, front and rear panel layout, and provides a simplified block diagram of its architecture.

Signal Processing and Amplification

Explains analog/digital inputs, DSP architecture, amplifier section, and speaker output connectors.

AES;EBU Digital Input

Details the AES/EBU digital audio input, its features, connection, and benefits over analog.

DSP Architecture

Explains the DSP engine, filtering, matrix, protection systems, and flash memory architecture.

Amplifier Section

Explains the Class D amplifier technology, power output capabilities, and power supply architecture of the LA8.

Speaker Output Connectors

Describes the SpeakON and CA-COM connectors used for loudspeaker outputs on the LA8.

Monitoring and Control

Covers the user interface, L-NET remote control network, and the LA NETWORK MANAGER software for system management.

INSTALLATION

Mounting and Cooling

Provides instructions for rack mounting, dimensions, and ensuring adequate cooling and ventilation for the controller.

AC Mains Connection

Details operating voltage, three-phase circuits, generators, circuit breakers, and power plugs/wiring.

Audio and Network Cabling

Explains the connection panels for analog audio, AES/EBU digital audio, speaker outputs, and L-NET network connections.

Power Consumption and Heat

Summarizes power requirements and consumption, and provides an example calculation for heat power output.

OPERATION

On;Off Switch and Display

Describes the power on/off sequence, startup/shutdown, main screen elements, and output signal bargraph displays.

User Interface and Menu Navigation

Details front panel controls, quick access functions, and how to navigate the main menu for settings and parameters.

Preset Management

Provides procedures for loading, storing, and deleting presets from the controller's onboard memory locations.

Parameter Settings (OPTIONS)

Covers network address, input mode, fallback, delay unit, screen contrast, firmware, and preset version information.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Maintenance Information

General maintenance guidelines, including checking firmware/preset versions, cleaning filters, and internal cleaning.

Authorized Service and Replacement

Outlines procedures for authorized service, lists available replacement kits, and details front frame/foam filter replacement.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Guides users through diagnosing and resolving malfunctions, no power/sound, digital signal issues, sound quality, and overheating.

SPECIFICATIONS

APPENDIX: PROTECTION SYSTEMS

Amplifier and Transducer Protection

Details various protection systems: thermal, over-current, DC, voltage, mains failure, and L-DRIVE transducer protection.

L-Acoustics LA8 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Amplifier Power4 x 1800 W at 4 ohms
Amplifier TechnologyClass D
Channels4
Sampling Rate96 kHz
DSPYes
Total Harmonic Distortion< 0.05%
Inputs2 x AES/EBU
Input Impedance10 kOhms
Connectors InputXLR
Connectors OutputspeakON
NetworkEthernet
Power Supply100-240 V
ProtectionOverheating
Dimensions3U Rackmount

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