Contact Our Expert Sales Team:

888-462-7828 Live Chat

RDL FP-PA18 18 Watt Mono Installation Power Amplifier

 
  • Dale #:

    RDL-FPPA18
  • Availability:

    Not in Stock - Reserve Yours
  • This item is not in stock and needs to be ordered from the manufacturer. Your payment will be charged after completing checkout. We will strive to ship as soon as possible, pending availability.

Description

The FP-PA18 is a high efficiency 18 W power amplifier with a line input, 8 ohm output, integral audio compressor and an automatic sleep mode. The FP-PA18 features a balanced line level input that may be connected unbalanced. A gain control located next to the terminal block is designed to be adju... Read More

Free Shipping (Continental US)

Have a Question?

Call Toll Free: 888-462-7828 Live Chat Email Us

Suggested Accessories

Description

The FP-PA18 is a high efficiency 18 W power amplifier with a line input, 8 ohm output, integral audio compressor and an automatic sleep mode. The FP-PA18 features a balanced line level input that may be connected unbalanced. A gain control located next to the terminal block is designed to be adjusted manually or with a trimming screwdriver. The gain range will accommodate standard unbalanced levels as well as professional balanced levels. The output drives one 8 ohm speaker or multiple speakers connected to present an 8 ohm load to the amplifier.

Features:

  • 18 Watts RMS into 8Ω
  • Automatic Energy-Saving Sleep Mode
  • Selectable Sleep Delay: Off, 5, 15, 25 Minutes
  • Input / Output Detachable Terminal Block Connections
  • Line Level Balanced or Unbalanced Input
  • Compressor/Limiter Controls Clipping
  • LED to Indicate Audio Compression Threshold
  • Compressor Produces Maximized Average Output Power
  • Audio Quality Superior to Standard Amplifiers
  • Ultra-compact All Metal Construction
  • High-Efficiency Class D Operation
  • Thermal and Short-Circuit Protection

The FP-PA18 includes an analog compressor/limiter for fidelity audibly superior to conventional class D amplifiers with digital limiting. The input GAIN setting determines whether the limiter alone is used for clipping suppression, or if the full compressor/limiter will be used to substantially increase the average output power beyond that of a standard 18 W amplifier. A red COMPRESSION LED flashes when the limiter is preventing output clipping. Normal audio level signals remain unaffected by the compressor thereby preserving audio dynamics. If the input level is increased so that the compressor is active, the LED remains dimly lit between peak flashes. The audio is compressed according to three dynamic time constants providing aural transparency while maintaining clean, unclipped amplified audio for input overloads of up to 20 dB. The FP-PA18, with compression, is capable of producing average audio output levels and clarity normally expected from amplifiers with a much higher output power rating.

The FP-PA18 circuits are all designed for low power consumption. In the absence of an audio input, a digital timer is enabled to switch the class D output stage off. When this sleep mode is active, the amplifier module and its included RDL power supply consume less than 1 W of mains power. A control on the end plate sets the sleep mode delay timer to 5, 15 or 25 minutes. The control also permits the installer to bypass the sleep mode to conform to system specifications that require the amplifier to be active at all times. Upon detection of an input signal, the amplifier is nearly inaudibly and instantly restored to full operation within 150 milliseconds.

A blue POWER LED illuminates when the FP-PA18 is powered from its external 24 Vdc power supply. The power LED is dimly illuminated when the sleep mode disables the amplifier and glows brightly when the amplifier operation is fully enabled. The module is equipped with both thermal and output short-circuit protection. The high-efficiency Class D output stage produces minimal heat for all levels of expected voice or music modulation. Wherever an ultra-compact, high quality, high efficiency eco-friendly audio power amplifier is needed to provide reliability and unsurpassed versatility, the FP-PA18 is the ideal choice. Use the FP-PA18 individually, or combine it with other RDL products as part of a complete audio/video system.

More +

Product Specs

Input:Line level (+4 dBu nominal balanced; -10 dBV nominal unbalanced)
Input Impedance:10 kO balanced bridging; 5 kO unbalanced
Gain Adjustment:Single turn audio taper
Minimum Input Levels:Balanced: -18 dBu (to cross compressor threshold)
Unbalanced: -20 dBV (to cross compressor threshold)
Maximum Input Levels:Balanced: +23 dBu
Unbalanced: +21 dBV
Frequency Response:20 Hz to 20 kHz (+/- 1 dB)*
THD+N:< 0.5% (20 Hz to 20 kHz)*
Compressor:Threshold 3 dB below rated output, automatically adjusting attack and release times
Noise:< -72 dB (below 18 W RMS, +4 dBu input)
CMRR:> 45 dB (50 Hz to 3 kHz)
Output Power:18 W RMS into 8Ω
Output Circuit:Class D
Output Signal Detector Threshold:30 mW @ 20 Hz; 20 mW @ 30 Hz; 10 mW @ 50 Hz; 5 mW @ 65 Hz through 20 kHz
Output Signal Detector Output:Open collector, 5 mA
Sleep Mode Power Consumption:< 1 W (amplifier and included power supply)
Sleep Mode Delay:5, 15 or 25 minutes (selectable)
Sleep Mode Disable:Selectable
Active Mode Delay:< 150 mS after input audio detected
Audio Detector Threshold:-50 dBu balanced, -52 dBV unbalanced
Ambient Operating Environment:0° C to 50° C Maximum
Indicators (3):Red LED: COMP LED indicates compressor activity
Green LED: OUTPUT ACTIVE (controlled by output signal detector)
Blue LED: POWER on; Dim: Sleep mode active; Bright: Amplifier active
24 Vdc power supply current:16 mA (idle), 975 mA (max.), Ground-referenced
Power Supply (included):100 to 240 Vac, 50-60 Hz, 1A max.; 24 Vdc output to module
Dimensions:Height: 1.15 in.(2.92 cm); Width: 3.25 in.(8.26 cm); Length: 3 in.(7.62 cm)

More +

Shipping Rate Calculator

 

Also Popular