Audio Control Architect P Series 12 Channel Multi-Zone High-Power Amplifier - MODELP2260

Audio Control MODELP2260 Architect P Series 12 Channel Multi-Zone High-Power Amplifier

The Architect ‘P’ Series superbly complements AudioControl’s popular high-power Architect multi-zone amplifier series with an industry leading 100 Watts RMS per channel into 8 ohms, 200 watts per channel into 4 ohms; all channels driven.

The P2260 uses a cool running proprietary design, including AudioControl’s LightDriveTM anti-clipping protection and features input busing capability, output pass-thru, master 12V trigger in/out plus local 12V trigger inputs on all zones, signal sensing as well plus coax SPDIF inputs for digital sources.

Available in a robust black powder coat finish, the Architect Model P2260 is designed, engineered and manufactured at AudioControl’s manufacturing facilities located in Seattle, USA. The Architect ‘P’ series comes with AudioControl’s legendary 5-year warranty and is available exclusively to the residential custom install and pro audio markets through AudioControl authorized dealers.

Features

• 12 Channels of High Power and AudioControl Performance
• 100 watts per Channel at 8 Ohms (All Channels Driven)
• 200 watts per Channel at 4 Ohms (All Channels Driven)
• Bridgeable as an 6 channel amplifier at 400 watts
• Low Standby Current Draw of Less Than 1 Watt
• Compact Design Fits into 2 Rack Spaces
• LightDriveTM Anti-Clipping Protection Circuitry
• 12v Trigger Input and Output
• 2 x Input Buses (Digital and Analog)
• Local Zone Input Trigger
• Signal-Sensing On All Channels
• Input Busing and Level Controls
• Mono-switch for Improved Bridging
• Beefy Rack Mount Brackets Included
• Five Year AudioControl Warranty

Specifications

Inputs

• Inputs: 6 Stereo Local Analog Inputs, 1 Stereo Bus Digital Input, 1 Stereo Bus Analog Input
• Input Sensitivity: Variable 0-1 Vrms
• Analog Input Sensitivity: 1 Vrms for full output; level at maximum

Outputs

• Amplifier Channels: 12
• 1 Stereo Bus Analog Output
• Power Output (8Ω): 100W per channel
• Power Output (4Ω): 200W per channel
• Power Output (Bridged Mono): 400W
• Minimum Speaker Load: 4Ω

Performance

• Damping Factor: >300
• Signal to Noise: >105 dB, (A-wtd, ref full output)
• Crosstalk: >80 dB @ 1kHz
• Gain: 30 dB
• Analog Input Sensitiviy: 1 Vrms for full output, level at maximum
• DAC Specifications: 32 – 96 kHz sample rate, 16/24 bit depth

Control

• Remote Power Trigger: +12 VDC or Dry Contact Closure, 2 x 1/8″ TS mono in/out

AC Power Requirements

• Standby: 0.9W
• Idle (main power on, all channels off): 40W
• All channels active: 75W
• All channels 1/8th rated power: 253W
• Full power (20A residential service limited): 2400W
• Protection: clipping, short circuit, thermal, ultrasonic, DC offset, stable into reactive or mismatched loads

BTU/HR Output

• Standby: 3.1 BTU/hr
• Idle (main power on, all channels off): 136 BTU/hr
• All channels active: 256 BTU/hr
• All channels 1/8th rated power: 320 BTU/hr
• Full power (20A residential service limited): 2194 BTU/hr

What's in the Box:

• Architect Model P2260
• Speaker Connectors
• Remote Connector
• Power Cord
• Manual
• Warranty

Approximate Dimensions

• Height: 3.5"
• Width
  • w/Rack Ears: 19"
  • w/out Rack Ears: 17"
• Depth: 15.5"

Approximate Weight

• Unit: 19.5 lbs
• Shipping: 25 lbs

Warranty Information

• Manufacturer's Warranty (authorized online retailer): 5-Year Limited