Lab.gruppen FP+ Series FP 13000 Instruction manual

A Benchmark For Touring Amplication
Over the past decade, the tight and transparent sound of
Lab.gruppen touring ampliers has earned the praise of renowned
FOH engineers and leading sound rental companies worldwide.
FP 13000, one of the highest power models of the FP+ Series, con-
tinues this tradition. At the core of the FP 13000’s performance is the
patented Class TD output stage, a breakthrough amplier topology
that approaches the exceptional efciency of Class D while retaining
the sonic purity of proven Class B. Further contributing to the remark-
able efciency of the FP 13000 is a Regulated Switch Mode Power
Supply (R.SMPS), which gives the added benet of stabilizing rail
voltages to the output even with wide uctuations of mains voltage.
A highly rened and updated circuit layout optimizes the interaction
of R.SMPS and Class TD to produce the extraordinary power density
of the FP 13000.
To keep its cool under extreme demands, the FP 13000 relies on
Lab.gruppen’s proprietary Intercooler. This innovation uses thou-
sands of copper ns to multiply the exposed heatsink surface’s rapid
heat dissipation. Also, all output devices are mounted transverse to
the airow for uniform cooling. As a result, the FP 13000 delivers
Lab.gruppen’s’ trademark “all the power, all the time” with no
degradation of sonic performance.
To maximize headroom in any application, the FP 13000 offers
adjustable input gain along with Lab.gruppen’s exclusive Voltage
Peak Limiter (VPL). Adjustable on a per-channel basis, VPL optimizes
the output for any load, from a single massive subwoofer to a series
of HF compression drivers.
The comprehensive warning and protection features on the
FP 13000 safeguard output circuits and connected loads while also
extending amplier life and minimizing the chance of service inter-
ruptions. Whether it’s a matter of faulty wiring, improper use, or
extreme ambient temperatures, the FP 13000 gives clear indica-
tion of any problems. Automatic protection measures engage only
at critical thresholds. Operating conditions are re-checked every six
seconds and, if a fault is detected, normal operation is resumed
when measurements return to nominal.
The FP 13000 is shipped with a NomadLink network interface as
standard. In conjunction with DeviceControl software, or the leading
third party control platforms, NomadLink network allows monitoring
of all key amplier parameters and remote control of power on/off,
channel mutes, and channel solo functions. (NomadLink requires the
separate NLB 60E NomadLink Bridge & Network Controller).
▸Unprecedented power density – The FP 13000 delivers a total
of 13000 W (2 x 6500 W @ 2 ohms) in only 2U.
▸Lab.gruppen sound quality – FP 13000 ampliers maintain
the impeccable sonic performance standards set by the original
fP Series, with the same durability and even greater efciency.
▸NomadLink® network ready – Monitoring and control of key
functions accessible via the intuitive DeviceControl software and
the robust, daisy-chained NomadLink network , as well as by the
leading third party control platforms.
▸Patented Class TD® amplier topology – Road-proven output
stage delivers Class B audio quality with Class D efciency.
▸Regulated Switch Mode Power Supply (R.SMPS™) – Output
power remains constant even with signicant drops in the mains
voltage.
▸Efcient cooling system – Unique, lightweight Intercooler® cop-
per cooling system dissipates more heat to allow extended peak
output.
▸Adjustable parameters – Selectable Gain, scalable Voltage Peak
Limiter (VPL™), and bridge-mode operation allow custom congu-
ration for any system or application.
▸XLR input and link connectors
▸Heavy-duty binding post output connectors
▸Comprehensive protection and warning – Excessive output
current, DC, high temperature, very high frequency (VHF), short
circuit, open load, mains fuse protection, and soft start.
FP 13000
Technical Data
FP+ Series: Dedicated Touring Amplifiers

Item no. TDS-FP13000_V7
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General
Number of channels 2
Peak total output both channels driven 13000 W
Peak output voltage per channel 195 V
Max. output current per channel 82 A peak
Max. Output Power 2 ohms 4 ohms 8 ohms 16 ohms
Per ch. (both ch.’s driven) 6500 W 4400 W 2350 W 1200 W
Bridged per ch. n.r. 3) 13000 W 8800 W 4700 W
Performance with Gain: 35 dB and VPL: 195 V
THD 20 Hz - 20 kHz for 1 W <0.1%
THD at 1 kHz and 1 dB below clipping <0.05%
Signal To Noise Ratio >112 dBA
Channel separation (Crosstalk) at 1 kHz >70 dB
Frequency response (1 W into 8 ohms) +0/-3 dB 6.8 Hz - 34 kHz
Input impedance 20 kOhm
Input Common Mode Rejection, CMR 54 dB
Output impedance @ 100 Hz 19 mOhm
Voltage Peak Limiter (VPL), max. peak output
VPL, selectable per ch. 195, 170, 140, 116, 100, 80, 66, 54 V
VPL, selectable when bridged 1) 390, 340, 280, 232, 200, 160, 132, 108 V
Voltage Peak Limiter mode (per ch.) Hard / Soft
Gain and Level
Amplifier gain selectable (all channels) 1)
– rear-panel switches
23, 26, 29, 32, 35, 38, 41, 44 dB
Default gain 35 dB
Level adjustment (per ch.) Front-panel potentiometer, 31 position detented from -inf to 0 dB
Connectors and Switches
Input connectors (per ch.) 3-pin XLR, electronically balanced
Output connectors (per ch.) Binding Posts 2-pole
Output bridge mode A+B - Ch. A is signal input source
NomadLink network On board, 2 x RJ45 EtherCon® connectors, IN and OUT
Intelligent fans (on/off) Yes, depending on presence of output signal
Power on/off and Remote enable on/off Individual switches on front-panel
Cooling Two fans, front-to-rear airflow, temperature controlled speed
Front-panel indicators:
Common NomadLink network; Power Average Limiter (PAL) 2); Power on
Per channel Signal present / High-impedance; -20 dB, -15 dB, -10 dB and -4 dB output signal;
Voltage Peak Limiter (VPL); Current Peak Limiter (CPL); Very High Frequency (VHF); High temperature; Fault; Mute
Power
Operating voltage, 230 V / 115 V nominal 4) 130-265 V / 65-135 V
Minimum power-up voltage, 230 V / 115 V 171 V / 85 V
Power Average Limiter (PAL) 2) Yes
Soft start / Inrush Current Draw Yes / max. 5 A
Mains connector 230 V CE: 16 A, CEE7; 115 V ETL: 30 A Twist lock
Dimensions (W/H/D) W: 483 mm (19”), H: 88 mm (2 U), Overall D: 396 mm (15.6”), Mounting D: 358 mm (14.1”)
Weight 12 kg (26.4 lbs.)
Finish Black painted steel chassis with black painted steel / aluminum front
Approvals CE, ANSI/UL 60065 (ETL), CSA C22.2 NO. 60065, FCC
Note 1): Automatic - 6 dB gain compensation when bridging channels.
Note 2): PAL can reduce the maximum output power to keep the power supply operating safely, and/or to prevent excessive current draw tripping the mains breaker.
Refer to the FP+ Operation Manual section 7.5.8 Power Average Limiter (PAL) for more information.
Note 3): Regarding n.r. (not recommended) notes: The amplifier will be fully operational in bridge-mode into 2 ohm and high impedance (Hi-Z) loads, but due to physical
constraints in the construction, the max. output power will not be significanty higher than running individual channels and therefore this mode of operation is not
recommended.
Note 4): Separate 230 V or 115 V versions available. Not selectable on the amplifier.
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
Intercooler, NomadLink and Class TD are national and/or international registered trademarks of Lab.gruppen AB. R.SMPS and VPL are trademarks of Lab.gruppen AB. All other trade-
marks remain the property of their respective owners. Copyright © 2009 Lab.gruppen AB. All rights reserved.
Specifications FP 13000