Lab.gruppen IPD 2400 User Manual
Rev. 1.0.0
Item no. OM-IPD
IPD SERIES
Touring and Installation Amplifiers
Operation Manual
Important Safety Instructions
Important safety instructions
Before using your IPD Series, be sure to carefully read the applicable items of this Operation Manual and the Safety
Instructions.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliers)
that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or
the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not t into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched,
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the
manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specied
by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a
cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. WARNING: To reduce the risk of re of electric shock, do not
expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
16. Do not expose this equipment to dripping or splashing and
ensure that no objects lled with liquids, such as vases, are
placed on the equipment.
17. Do not connect the unit’s output to any other voltage
source, such as battery, mains source, or power supply,
regardless of whether the unit is turned on or off.
18. Do not remove the top (or bottom) cover. Removal of the
cover will expose hazardous voltages. There are no user
serviceable parts inside and removal may void the warranty.
19. An experienced user shall always super vise this professional
audio equipment, especially if inexperienced adults or
minors are using the equipment.
Standards
This equipment conforms to the requirements
of the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and the
requirements of the Low Voltage Directive
2006/95/EC.
Standards applied: EMC Emis sion EN551031, E3
EMC Immunity EN55103-2, E3, with S/N below
1% at normal operation level.
Electrical Safet y EN60065, Class I
This equipment is tested and listed acc ord ing to the
U.S. safety standard ANSI/ UL 60065 and Canadian safety standard CSA C22.2 NO. 60065.
UL made the tests and they are a Nationally
Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL).
Warnings
Explanation of warning symbols
The lightning bolt triangle is used to
alert the user to the presence of
un-insulated “dangerous voltages”
within the unit’s chassis that may be
of sufcient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to humans.
The exclamation point triangle is used to
alert the user to presence of important
operating and service instructions in the
literature accompanying the product.
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Important Safety Instructions
Warnings
To reduce risk of re or electric shock, do not expose this
apparatus to rain or moisture.
Français: Pour réduire les risques d’incendie ou de choc
électrique, n’exposez pas l’appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité.
Do not expose this system/apparatus to dripping or splashing
and ensure that no objects lled with liquids, such as vases,
are placed on the apparatus.
Français: N’exposez pas ce système/appareil au
ruissellement ni aux éclaboussures et assurez-vous qu’aucun
objet contenant du liquide tel qu’un vase n’est placé sur
l’appareil.
This apparatus must be connected to a mains socket outlet
with a protective earthing connection.
Français: Cet appareil doit être raccordé à une prise secteur
avec terre de protection.
The mains plug is used as a disconnect device and shall
remain readily operable.
Français: La che d’alimentation sert de dispositif de
déconnexion et doit rester constamment accessible.
To prevent electric shock do not remove top or bottom covers.
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualied
service personnel.
Français: Pour prévenir un choc électrique, ne retirez pas
les capots du dessus et du dessous. Aucune pièce n’est
réparable par l’utilisateur à l’intérieur. Conez toute réparation
à un personnel de maintenance qualié.
To completely disconnect this equipment from the AC mains,
disconnect the power supply cord plug from the ac receptacle.
The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily
operable.
Français: Pour totalement isoler l’équipement de l’alimentation
secteur, débranchez le cordon d’alimentation de son
embase. La che secteur du cordon d’alimentation doit rester
accessible.
Radio interference
A sample of this product has been tested and complies with
the limits for the European Electro Magnetic Compatibility
(EMC) directive. It also has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference from
electrical equipment. This product uses radio frequency
energy and, if not used or installed in accordance with these
operating instructions, may cause interference to other
equipment, such as radio receivers. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a par ticular
installation. If this equipment causes harmful interference
to radio or television reception (determined by turning the
equipment on and off), the user may be able to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Check if the affected unit complies with the EMC limits for
immunity, (CE-labeled). If not, address the problem with
the manufacturer or supplier. All electrical products
sold in the EC must be approved for immunity against
electromagnetic elds, high voltage ashes, and radio
interference.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
• Reorient or relocate the antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
re c eive r.
For customers in Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Français: Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme
à la norme NMB003 du Canada.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1. Introduction 6
1.1. Welcome 6
1.2. Features 7
2. Front panel 8
3. Rear panel 9
4. Signal ow block diagram 10
5. Amplier installation 10
5.1. Unpacking and visual check 10
5.2. Rack installation 10
5.3. Cooling requirements 10
6. Amplier connections 11
6.1. AC line input / operating voltage 11
6.2. Audio inputs 11
6.3. Loudspeaker connections 12
6.4. Network connection and conguration (optional) 12
6.5. Network conguration 14
7. IPD Controller software installation and network conguration 14
7.1. Downloading the installation folder 14
7.2. Windows software installation 14
7.3. Mac software installation 15
7.4. iPad App download and installation 15
8. Operation with default preset 16
9. IntelliDrive controller overview 16
9.1. Introduction 16
9.2. Global (System) View 16
9.3. Global (System) Menus 18
9.4. Mixer (Unit) View 18
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Table of Contents
10. IntelliDrive Controller Set-up and DSP Conguration 20
10.1. Setting up and modifying amplier groups 20
10.2. Device (Amplier) Set-Up 21
10.3. Input mixing 21
10.4. Level, limiter and channel link setting 21
10.5. Input EQ and delay setting 22
10.6. Output EQ and delay setting 23
10.7. Crossover conguration 23
10.8. Preset store and recall 23
11. Updating amplier rmware 24
12. Operation with iPad App 24
13. Third party control 25
14. Operation using front panel controls 25
14.1. Introduction 25
14.2. Overview of procedures 25
15. Appendices 26
15.1. Front-panel menu tree 26
15.2. Thermal dissipation charts 27
15.3. Technical specications 29
16. Warranty 31
17. Service 32
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1. Introduction
1. Introduction
1.1. Welcome
Thank you for choosing a Lab.gruppen IPD Intelligent Power Drive professional audio amplier. This manual
provides a comprehensive guide to the features and functionality of IPD 1200 and IPD 2400 ampliers. Please read
through this manual in its entirety to become fully acquainted with installation, connections, networking features,
DSP conguration options and protection circuitry.
To facilitate timely installation and use, the printed Quick Start Guide (included with the amplier) contains the
basic information needed to safely install and connect the amplier and place it in service. However, we highly
recommend reading through this manual in its entirety, beginning with Overview and continuing through the
specic details of network and DSP preset conguration. As you become thoroughly familiar with all aspects of
operation, you may learn of features or options that will affect your choices on amplier modes or loudspeaker
system conguration.
The extraordinary exibility of Lab.gruppen IPD Series power ampliers makes them adaptable to a wide range
of portable and permanent installation applications. IPD Series ampliers are an ideal choice for touring bands
and corporate AV presentation systems, where high power density and quick reconguration for multiple system
applications are of paramount importance. At the same time, the IPD Series ampliers are a cost-effective choice
for permanent installations in houses of worship, clubs, theatres and performing arts centres.
Although competitively priced, IPD Series ampliers draw on the foundational engineering that has made
Lab.gruppen the benchmark of quality for premier touring concert systems worldwide: exceptional sonic
performance, rugged construction, proven reliability, and protection features that anticipate every unwelcome
possibility.
This manual was created for the IPD Series IPD 1200 and IPD 2400 amplier models. All references to “IPD Series”
in this manual apply to both models.
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1.2. Features
• High power density with up to 2400 W in 1 U
• Two models: 2 × 600 W or 2 × 1200 W (at 4 ohms)
• Low mains current draw with proven IDEEA® technology
• AES3 and analog inputs with redundant failover
• Link outputs for analog and AES3
• Ethernet network connection
• Fast network setup with auto-discovery and ID of ampliers
• Networked control via IntelliDrive Controller™ software with touchscreen-friendly GUI
• Wireless control via iPad (requires connection of WiFi router)
• Four-channel input mixer
• Integrated DSP includes:
• 40 real-time, multi-slope parametric equalizers
• Adjustable high-pass and low-pass lters
• Input delay (up to 2 s)
• Output delay (up to 2 s)
• Crossover with multiple lter types
• 100 user-denable presets
• Backlit display with navigation buttons and encoder for front panel setup
• Horizontal VU meters on display in operating mode
• Front-panel mute buttons
• Software congurable limiters (SCVPL)
• Binding post and Neutrik speakON connectors
• Outputs may be connected through either one (NL-4) or both speakONs
• Universal power supply: 100 - 240 V at 50 or 60 Hz
• Three year warranty
1. Introduction
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2. Front panel
2. Front panel
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The following indicators and controls are available on the front panel:
1 MENU - Selects MENU mode and conrms a given preset name.
2 BACK - Moves backward through menu layers in MENU mode.
3 MUTE - Mutes corresponding channel as indicated.
4 SIG - Illuminates green when signal is present. Illuminates red when signal is clipping (pre input mixer).
5 POWER - LED indicates STANDBY (red); off when amplier is ON.
6 LIM (limit) - Illuminates when the amplier limits the signal. Limiting is engaged when the channel:
• Reaches the selected voltage limit
• Rail voltage sags below the selected threshold (both LEDs ash rapidly for 1.5 sec)
• Maximum current output reached
• Mains voltage cannot maintain full rail voltage
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7 ADJUST/SET (Rotary Encoder) - Rotation moves through the menu and adjusts the currently selected
parameter when in setup mode. Pressing down on the knob selects a given parameter or advances further into
the menu. In operating mode, rotation of the ADJUST/SET encoder adjusts output gain (outputs ganged).
8 BACKLIT DISPLAY - In operating mode, the display shows the following values and status indicators:
• Level - Horizontal VU meters for each channel
• Device name and Preset name
In setup mode, the display shows the currently selected menu locations and parameters. For more information on
DSP setup procedures, please refer to Section 10: IntelliDrive Controller Set-up and DSP Conguration.
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3. Rear panel
3. Rear panel
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3 4
The following indicators and controls are available on the rear panel:
1 ANALOG INPUTS and LINK - XLR-F input connectors provided for each channel, with XLR-M link
output connectors.
2 AES3 INPUT and LINK - AES3 digital inputs are on an XLR-F connector with a link output on an
XLR-M connector.
3 NETWORK (Ethernet) - An RJ45 jack is supplied for connection to an Ethernet network for external control
and monitoring, either by a direct wired connection or via an external WiFi router to an iPad or tablet.
LEDs below the connector indicate valid network connection (LINK) and network activity (ACT).
When several IPDs are connected to a network, a switch with a built-in DHCP server should be used.
4 speakON OUTPUT CONNECTORS - Both channel outputs are available on a four-pole connector at the left;
either channel 1 or both channels 1 and 2 may be connected. Only channel 2 is available on the connector to
the right.
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5 BINDING POST CONNECTORS - Connectors for channel 1 and channel 2.
6 AC LINE INPUT - A locking IEC receptacle accepts the AC line input at 50 Hz or 60 Hz, 100 V - 240 V.
Use an IEC cable with the proper connector for country of use.
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4. Signal flow block diagram
Analog 1
Analog 2
AES 1
AES 2
Input 1
Levels
Input 1
EQ
Input 1
delay
Output 1
Levels
Output 1
EQ
IDEEA
Amplifier
Output 1
Delay
Clip Limiter
Clip Limiter
Rail Sense Limiter
SCVPLX-Over
Input 2
Levels
Input 2
EQ
Input 2
delay
Output 2
Levels
Output 2
EQ
IDEEA
Amplifier
PSU
Output 2
Delay
SCVPLX-Over
Input
Mixer
4. Signal flow block diagram
The below diagram shows the signal ow from inputs to outputs:
5. Amplifier installation
5.1. Unpacking and visual check
Every Lab.gruppen amplier is carefully tested and inspected before leaving the factory and should arrive in perfect
condition. If any damage is discovered, please notify the shipping carrier immediately. Save the packing materials
for the carrier’s inspection and for any future shipping.
5.2. Rack installation
IPD 1200 - Depth is 272 mm (10.7”) rack ear to back panel. Weight is approximately 4.6 kg (10.1 lbs).
Rear support brackets are included and use is recommended in all applications.
IPD 2400 - Depth is 360 mm (14.2”) rack ear to back panel. Weight is approximately 6.2 kg (13.7 lbs).
Rear support brackets are included and use is recommended in all applications.
5.3. Cooling requirements
Please ensure that there is sufcient space in the front and the rear of each amplier to allow for a free ow of
air. No doors or covers should be mounted either in the front or rear of the ampliers. Ampliers may be stacked
directly on top of each other with no spacing, though some spacing may enable more convenient installation of
rear cabling. Refer to the Thermal Dissipation charts in Section 15.2 for thermal dissipation values when installing
large numbers of ampliers in enclosed spaces.
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6. Amplifier connections
6. Amplifier connections
6.1. AC line input / operating voltage
All IPD Series ampliers have a universal power supply that operates on mains from 100 - 240 V at 50 or
60 Hz. The IEC receptacle on the rear panel accepts the supplied IEC cord which terminates in a connector plug
appropriate for the country of sale. When AC power is connected, the amplier goes into standby (red indication
on standby LED). The amplier may be turned on by pressing the front power button or remotely using the
IntelliDrive Controller software.
Signal ground is oating via a resistor to chassis, and therefore grounding is automatic. For safety reasons,
never disconnect the earth (ground) pin on the AC power cord. Use balanced input connections to avoid hum
and interference.
6.2. Audio inputs
Analog inputs - Analog inputs are available on two standard XLR-F latching connectors. The inputs are
electronically balanced. The impedance is 20 kohms, and the inputs can accept a maximum input level of
+26 dBu. Polarity is as follows:
Pin 1 = screen (shield), pin 2 = positive (+), pin 3 = negative (-).
Analog links - Two latching XLR-M connectors are tted adjacent to the analog input connectors and are
paralleled to the respective input connectors; they provide an unprocessed analog loop-through signal to feed
additional IPD Series units or other equipment.
AES3 inputs - A latching XLR-F connector accepts an AES3 digital audio signal. Input impedance is 110 ohms.
Ensure that 110 ohm digital audio cables are used; standard XLR microphone cables are rarely suitable for reliable
digital audio transmission.
Note: AES3 is a stereo digital format, and therefore both inputs are fed via a single connector. Selection of the
analog or digital inputs is made via the front panel display or IntelliDrive Controller software.
AES3 link - A latching XLR-M connector is tted adjacent to the AES3 input connector. This is an active link which
sends an unprocessed AES3 loop-thru to feed additional IPD units. The design requires no termination load when
the unit is the last connected.
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