The Vocia VA-8600 is a digital networked multi-channel amplifier for use in Vocia® systems. The VA-8600 is CobraNet® enabled and can support up to eight AM-600 modular amplifier cards. These are individually software configurable from 100–600 Watts per channel up to a maximum of 2400 Watts of power per chassis. 70V, 100V and low-impedance outputs are software selectable per card. The amplifiers can be configured for channel-to channel or device-to-device failover. The amplifier uses comprehensive fixed-chain digital-signal processing within the device, including volume control, ducking, equalization, compressor/limiter, speaker crossover, delay, and output gain. Emergency messages for life-safety compliant systems are stored in non-volatile memory within the VA-8600. Intuitive software provides audio system design via PC. Two RJ-45 connectors on the rear panel of the VA-8600 provideredundant connectivity to control data and audio over a single Ethernet cable and caters for an optional page active relay or dual 3:1 / 7:1 failover module.

Product Features

• Modular based design
• Amplification modules with software configurable power levels/load options:
  • 8 amplification modules per frame with 100 to 600 Watts per module (maximum of 2400W peak per chassis)
  • 70V or 100V with direct drive capability, or low-impedance (4Ω or 8Ω) operation
• Maximum of 2400 Watts per chassis
• Failover capability between channels and amplifiers
• Failover capability between channels and amplifiers:
  • Device-to-Device
  • 1:1
  • Dual 3:1 (VFOM-1 module required)
  • 7:1 (VFOM-1 module required)
• LED Indication:
  • Amplifier failure
  • Clip present
  • Fan stuck-rotor
  • Heat sink temperature fault
  • Signal peak
  • Signal present
  • Local non-volatile storage of emergency messages
• Software monitoring features:
  • Amplifier failure
  • Excessive clipping
  • Fan stuck-rotor
  • Heat sink temperature fault
  • Peak present
  • Short circuit on output
• Software-configurable signal processing including volume control, filters, compressor/limiting, delay, speaker equalization, and output sensitivity
• CobraNet audio and control data over a single Ethernet cable
• Dual Ethernet ports for redundancy
• Heavy duty removable terminal block connectors for speaker line connections
• Rotary switches for unit identification
• Rack mountable (3RU)
• CE marked and RoHS compliant
• Covered by Biamp Systems’ five-year warranty

Product Specifications

General

• Network Connection: RJ-45 with shielded Ethernet (CAT5, CAT5e, CAT6 or CAT7
• Memory: 5.625 MB
• Inputs: 20 bits, 48 kHz, 5-1/3 ms (fixed)
• Total Output Power: 2400W maximum per chassis
  • (Burst Mode only. Protective thermal limiting will reduce long-term power output.)
• Environment:
  • Ambient Operating Temperature Range: 23-104° F (-5 – 40° C)
  • Humidity: 0 – 95% non-condensing
  • Altitude: 0-10,000 Feet (0-3000 Meters) MSL
• Power: 100-240VAC; 50/60Hz

Overall Dimensions

• Height: 5.25 inches (133 mm)
• Width: 19.0 inches (483 mm)
• Depth: 17.25 inches (438 mm)
• Weight:
  • Chassis: 50 lbs. (22.68 kg)
  • AM-600/AM-600c card: 1.25 lbs. (0.57 kg)

Compliance

• FCC Part 15B (USA)
• CE marked (Europe)
• RCM (Australia)
• EAC (Eurasian Customs Union)
• RoHS Directive (Europe)