BLAZE 504D Audio PowerZone Connect User Guide
- June 5, 2024
- BLAZE
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BLAZE 504D Audio PowerZone Connect
Specifications
- Amplifier Type: Class-D
- Total System Power: 125 W to 6000 W
- Network Compatibility: Audinate Dante
- Signal Transmission: Ethernet Cable
- Latency: 1 ms
Product Information
The PowerZoneTM Connect series is a line of ultra-reliable,DSP-enabled Class-D amplifiers that deliver exceptional systemconfiguration and flexible output. These amplifiers are designed to integrate seamlessly into networked audio ecosystems, offering enhanced functionality and adaptability. They are suitable for various environments including commercial buildings, educational institutions, houses of worship, and corporate settings.
Benefits
- Streamlined Integration with Dante compatibility
- Enhanced Functionality and Adaptability with interoperability with other Dante-enabled devices
- Cost-Effective and Flexible Configuration with plug & play scalability
- Premium Digital Signal Flow for noise-free signal transmission
- Flexible Routing for quick signal route changes
Product Usage Instructions
Installation and Setup
- Ensure the amplifier is powered off before installation.
- Connect the amplifier to the Ethernet network using a Cat5e or Cat6e cable.
- Power on the amplifier and configure network settings as needed.
Dante Integration
- Use the Dante Controller software to manage audio signal routing.
- Connect the amplifier to other Dante-enabled devices for seamless integration.
Signal Routing
- Utilize the Dante capabilities to route audio signals effortlessly.
- Change signal routes using the Dante Controller software without physical cable changes.
System Expansion
- Easily expand your audio system by adding new components that integrate into the existing Dante network.
- Utilize the PowerZoneTM Connect series for scalable and flexible solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Q: Does the PowerZoneTM Connect series support wireless connections?
A: Yes, select models in the PowerZoneTM Connect series offer built-in Wireless-Access-Point for simple connection via Wi-Fi. -
Q: What is the maximum distance supported for signal transmission over Ethernet?
A: The default maximum distance supported for signal transmission over Ethernet using Cat5e or Cat6e cable is up to 328feet. -
Q: Can I change signal routes in real-time without disrupting audio playback?
A: Yes, the flexible routing capabilities of the PowerZoneTM Connect series allow you to change signal routes in seconds without affecting audio playback.
Streamlined Integration
Dante integration simplifies the incorporation of the amplifier into larger audio systems, such as those found in commercial buildings, educational institutions, houses of worship, or corporate environments. With Dante compatibility, the amplifier seamlessly integrates into the networked audio ecosystem, enabling efficient signal routing and management.
Enhanced Functionality and Adaptability:
Installation amplifiers with Dante compatibility seamlessly integrate with other Dante-enabled devices, such as mixers, processors, and loudspeakers. This interoperability ensures compatibility and simplifies system expansion or upgrades, as new components can easily integrate into the existing Dante network without compatibility concerns.
Your Challenge, Our Solution
PowerZone™️ Connect & Dante
Upgrade your audio systems with our Dante-enabled PowerZone™ Connect amplifier series, empowering integrators with the tools necessary to create exceptional, high-quality audio experiences and flexible solutions using Ethernet network connections
Capabilities
- Superior Flexibility
- Deployment Simplicity
- Dante Software Ready
- Professional Audio Quality (44.1 / 48 kHz)
- 4×4 channel I/O
- Ultra Low Latency
What is Dante®
- Dante facilitates connections through an IP network, transmitting multiple high-quality audio channels over a single Ethernet cable.
- All connections are managed via the official Dante Controller from Audinate featuring instant routing, enabling seamless signal transmission without physically changing cables.
- All AV devices are part of the same network, signals can effortlessly travel between them, regardless of their locations on the site.
Uncompressed, low-latency digital audio transmission.
Plug & Play scalability on existing or new networks.
Single-click label-based routing with Dante Controller software.
Immense channel counts via a single Cat5e or Cat6e cable, up to 328 feet
Why Dante® ?
Cost Effective, Seamless Integration & Flexible Configuration
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Dante Inside:
PowerZone™ Connect Dante variants are ready to go right out of the box without the need for additional hardware. -
Network Hardware Agnostic:
Dante networks do not require proprietary network switches for signal transmission and feature plug & play compatibility. -
Premium Digital Signal Flow:
Multi-channel digital audio over a single Ethernet cable allows for a noise- free signal path over long distances with a default latency of 1 ms. -
Flexible Routing:
Change signal routes in seconds without the need to reconfigure analog cables.
Cost Effective, Seamless Integration & Flexible Configuration
PowerZone™ Connect
The PowerZone™ Connect series is a line of ultra-reliable, DSP-enabled Class-D amplifiers that delivers exceptional system configuration and flexible output, with a total system power ranging from 125 W to 6000 W. The amplifiers have built-in Wireless-Access-Point for simple connection and easy system setup via Wi-Fi. Select models offer compatibility with Audinate Dante networks and installations.
Click below to learn more about our Dante-enabled PowerZone™ Connect amplifier series.
For additional information regarding Dante technology, visit:
www.audinate.com/meet-dante
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