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General| Number of Channels | 4 |
|---|---|
| Max Output Power (All Channels Driven) | 20000 W |
| Output Power per Channel (2 ohms) | 5000 W |
| Output Power per Channel (8 ohms) | 2500 W |
| Gain | 32 dB |
| Pilot Tone Management | Yes |
| THD+N | < 0.1% |
| Networking | Ethernet |
| Input Impedance | 10 kOhm balanced |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Dimensions | 19" x 3.5" x 15.7" |
| Input Connectors | XLR |
| Output Connectors | SpeakOn |
Lists compliance with EMC and Low Voltage Directives and safety standards.
Explains warning symbols (lightning bolt, exclamation point) and provides critical safety information.
Advises against removing screws and refers servicing to qualified personnel.
Details user's responsibility regarding mains grounding and speaker output hazards.
Welcomes the user and highlights product features like performance and reliability.
Summarizes sophisticated technologies and benefits of the PLM+ Series.
Describes Class TD/D technology, cooling, power supply, and protection.
Mentions features controlled by the on-board Digital Signal Processor.
Integrates with Lake Processing for EQ, delay, crossover, and limiting.
Mentions integration with third-party real-time analyzers via Lake Controller.
Describes Dante networking for simplified setup and low latency.
Instructions for opening carton, checking contents, and damage.
Details airflow requirements and rack mounting for optimal cooling.
Explains fitting rear support brackets for rack installation.
Explains forced-air cooling system and airflow requirements.
Details power supply voltage range and universal operation.
Explains Iso-Float ground isolation and earthing importance.
Details front panel components, controls, and indicators.
Explains function buttons, rotary encoder, and status LEDs.
Describes input and output connectors, binding posts, and speakON connectors.
Details Ethernet and mains power connectors.
Advises on safe practices before connecting or powering on.
Describes the output power capabilities of different models.
Provides power ratings for various load impedances.
Explains flexible power allocation across channels.
Details Auto RPM and Custom RPM modes for power allocation.
Outlines protection circuits and their indications.
Explains ISVPL operation for seamless signal limiting.
Describes Universal and Sub/LF profiles for low distortion.
Describes Sub, LF, MF, HF profiles for high SPL.
Explains CPL for preventing damage by limiting output current.
Describes PAL warning and its effect on gain limiting.
Explains BEL for modelling thermal behavior of external breakers.
Describes UVL for reducing mains current during voltage drops.
Explains CAL for monitoring RMS current to prevent overloading.
Describes VCL for preventing clipping when PSU regulation is exceeded.
Details the temperature sensing system for preventing overheating.
Describes how temperature warnings/faults are indicated for output channels.
Describes indications for PSU or DSP temperature warnings/faults.
Explains DC protection to prevent damage to loudspeakers or components.
Details VHF detection and protection to prevent HF driver damage.
Illustrates VHF protection frequency sensitivity and attack time.
Explains detection and muting for low impedance or short circuit conditions.
Details internal monitoring and shutdown functions for power supply safety.
Covers over-voltage, under-voltage, instability, and glitch protection.
Describes the R.SMPS features, universal voltage acceptance, and PFC.
Explains low inrush current to prevent breaker tripping.
Introduces LoadPilot for monitoring loudspeaker and cable integrity.
Details functional description of automatic calibration for error detection.
Lists applications for automatic calibration like short circuits and missing speakers.
Explains manual configuration for custom settings.
Addresses issues like high noise levels and cable inductance for manual configuration.
Describes LoadPilot fault and warning indications.
Depicts the audio signal flow through the PLM+ device.
Lists stages for level adjustment and muting in the signal chain.
Explains CPL and ISVPL for output limiting and sensitivity.
Details integration with Lake Processing for EQ, dynamics, etc.
Explains the concept of Frames and Modules in Lake Processing.
Describes LoadLibrary for loudspeaker presets and Fingerprints for load verification.
Explains configuring up to four processing Modules and types of crossovers.
Describes methods for storing and recalling Module, Frame, or system-wide data.
Explains Module, System, and Sub-System configuration file types.
Details storing and recalling Frame Presets and System Presets.
Provides an overview of the front panel controls and display.
Describes the two main operating modes: Meter Mode and Menu Mode.
Explains how warnings, faults, and mutes are indicated.
Describes identifying modules in Lake Controller using the front panel.
Explains how to lock/unlock front panel controls for security.
Details the function and bi-color indication of the power button.
Explains the MUTE ENABLE function for input/output muting.
Describes how the METER button scrolls through different meter views.
Explains how the MENU button selects operating modes and accesses submenus.
Describes the EXIT button's function for navigating menus.
Details the dynamic buttons, rotary encoder, and LEDs.
Explains the function of the white Communication LED.
Describes how frame faults and warnings are indicated by LEDs.
Explains how the rotary encoder is used for parameter adjustment and navigation.
Describes the unlabeled dynamic function buttons and their context-sensitive roles.
Lists the four types of mute functions and how to control them.
Explains how to mute/unmute PLM+ inputs via the input router.
Describes how to mute/unmute audio signals at the module input level.
Explains module output muting and its availability in Menu Mode.
Details how power output channels are muted via front panel buttons.
Summarizes LED indications for faults, warnings, mutes, and clips.
Explains how input and output clipping are indicated by LEDs and LCD.
Describes how warnings and faults are indicated by LEDs and text.
Lists warning conditions signified by yellow LEDs and fault conditions by red LEDs.
Lists fault conditions signified by red LEDs.
Introduces Meter Mode and its different views.
Describes the Home View as the default display upon powering on.
Details information shown in Home View, including module/channel labels and status icons.
Explains the Amplifier Meters View for signal level information.
Details voltage, current, power, and gain reduction meters.
Describes the Temperature View for operating temperatures and mains status.
Explains the Input Meters View for inspecting input routers and signal levels.
Details the Module Meters View for signal level information from module outputs.
Introduces Menu Mode for accessing functions like gain, delay, and routing.
Explains how parameters display individual and group total values.
Outlines the submenus available from the main menu for configuration.
Details the Module submenu options for adjusting parameters.
Explains how to configure the Input Mixer for different routers and levels.
Describes adjusting module input/output gain values.
Explains adjusting delay values for driver or subsystem alignment.
Describes how to adjust phase (polarity) for inputs and outputs.
Explains adjusting the gain of the PLM+'s power output stage.
Details adjusting ISVPL Threshold, Profile, MaxPeak, and MaxRMS parameters.
Covers MaxRMS Level, Corner, Attack, and Release settings for limiters.
Explains module input and output mute control via the MUTE menu.
Provides configuration options for input routing, AES Termination, and Iso-Float.
Explains configuring input routers with priority levels and selection modes.
Details assignment of input priority and analog input sensitivity/gain offset.
Explains how to set AES3 input termination for proper operation.
Describes the Iso-Float setting for analog input electronic balancing.
Explains module output routing to power outputs or Dante.
Details adjustment of attenuation for power output channels.
Provides information and options relating to the physical unit (Frame).
Displays firmware version, serial number, output voltage, and current.
Explains options for factory reset and soft reset of device parameters.
Details Ampere selection and breaker type selection for BEL.
Shows network configuration information like IP address and connection status.
Explains enabling Latency Match to synchronize audio processing delay.
Details adjusting contrast, dimming, and channel order of the front panel display.
Describes recalling existing Frame Presets from the device's memory.
Introduces the LoadSmart menu for speaker verification.
Allows selection of the number of speaker cabinets connected to each output.
Explains how to initiate LoadSmart verification and view results.
Describes the available binding post or speakON connectors for speaker outputs.
Explains bridging power outputs on specific models and required wiring.
Details the speakON connector configurations for different models.
Describes the binding post connector configuration and wiring methods.
Explains the analog input XLR connections and wiring standards.
Details the XLR wiring and pin-out standard.
Describes wiring inputs for unbalanced output sources.
Explains the Iso-Float system for analog input electronic balancing.
Explains AES3 digital input connectors and signal format.
Describes the RJ45 etherCON network connections and status LEDs.
Details RJ45 wiring and pin-out description for network cables.
Explains the use of the primary network connection for control and audio.
Explains the use of the secondary network connection for redundancy.
Describes the powerCON connector for AC mains input.
Lists frame-related faults and warnings with descriptions and actions.
Lists PSU and Load related warnings and faults with descriptions and actions.
Lists AMP and SIGNAL related warnings, faults, and clips with descriptions and actions.
Provides instructions for cleaning dust filters and general device maintenance.
Lists default settings for modules, inputs, and routers.
Specifies default parameters for Module Type, Gain, Delay, Polarity, etc.
Lists default settings for Autoselect, Input sensitivity, Dante, AES3, Iso-Float, and Routers.
Specifies default settings for Attenuation, Polarity, Mutes, IP Configuration, etc.
Provides current draw and thermal dissipation data for PLM 5K44.
Provides current draw and thermal dissipation data for PLM 12K44.
Provides current draw and thermal dissipation data for PLM 20K44.
Defines terms, acronyms, and abbreviations used in the manual.
Continues definitions from the glossary.
Discusses using I/O connector panels for fast system connection.
Explains gain adjustments at various signal path points for muting and level control.
Advises on setting input headroom for optimal signal level.
Discusses default and adjustable gains for the input mixer.
Explains adjusting module input gain for speaker cabinet level matching.
Details Factory and User Gain stages for balancing frequency bands.
Describes the attenuator control for power output channels.
Explains Amp Gain correspondence to traditional processor/amplifier gain.
Discusses optimizing gain for maximum volume capability and SPL.
Advises on ensuring signal path headroom to avoid clipping and engage limiters.
Recommends AES or Dante digital inputs for best volume to noise ratio.
Provides examples of performance effects from gain structure changes.
Illustrates recommended PLM+ configuration with AES or Dante digital input.
Illustrates achieving lowest possible output noise, not recommended configuration.
Shows how to minimize noise while limiting SPL and achieving full power.
Illustrates moderate noise with extreme SPL achieved via internal compression.
Discusses parallel and series-parallel speaker wiring and impedance.
Prefers digital inputs for better quality audio and lower latency.
Describes the AES3 digital audio interface standard and its characteristics.
Addresses latency in digital processing and its impact on audio phasing.
Details AES input connectors and interconnection of multiple units.
Explains daisy-chaining AES signals and termination settings.
Discusses cable requirements and distance limitations for AES3 connections.
Covers distribution amplifiers and passive splitters for AES3 signals.
Points to AES web site for AES/EBU standard information.
Explains the configurable digital clocking system for sample rates and sync.
Details options for clock source configuration: Manual or Automatic Detection.
Explains Dante digital clocking technology and master/slave priority.
Provides general specifications like processing, network, and channel count.
Lists maximum output power across various load impedances.
Lists maximum output power for a single channel across various load impedances.
Details peak output voltage, current, RPM, and protection features.
Lists THD+N, dynamic range, channel separation, and frequency response.
Describes loudspeaker processing, EQ, delay, and limiting features.
Confirms availability of pilot tone generation, load impedance analysis, and RTA.
Details Dante I/O, network topology, sample rates, and latency.
Mentions local memory locations for product settings.
Lists supported sample rates and resolution for AES inputs.
Details input types, impedance, sampling rate, and THD+N.
Lists adjustable ISVPL, CAL, LimiterMax, MaxRMS, and MaxPeak settings.
Specifies amplifier gain range and digital attenuator range.
Lists details of analog/AES inputs, output connectors, and network interfaces.
Details display type, indicators, buttons, and encoder.
Specifies nominal and operating voltages, and mains wall plug types.
Lists soft start, PFC, R.SMPS, BEL, PAL, UVL, and overvoltage protection.
Provides rack rail to rear panel and overall depth dimensions.
Lists the weight of the different models.
Describes the chassis and front panel finish.
Lists safety and regulatory approvals.
Outlines general warranty terms, exclusions, and limitations.
Advises contacting suppliers for international warranty information.
Provides information on obtaining technical assistance and service.
Guides on contacting dealers or distributors for repair services.
Details the process for returning a product for factory service.
