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AE Techron 8101 Power Supply Amplifier Dual Channel AC Coupled

Description

The AE Techron 8101 power supply amplifier features an advanced switch-mode design that results in low noise and distortion, and high power density. It is configured as a dual-channel, AC-coupled, controlled voltage amplifier ideal for reactive loads. The 8101 can provide up to 16 Arms or 235 Vrms continuous output (bridge-mono mode). It offers a continuous, full-power frequency bandwidth of 10 Hz to 20 kHz.

The 8101 also features an integrated switching power supply that reduces weight and allows the unit to fit a standard 2U rack space. The 8101 operates from single-phase, 120-volt AC mains (230 VAC versions available).

The 8101 amplifier is built and tested to the most stringent quality standards for long life and outstanding performance. The AE Techron brand is known throughout the world for its robust precision amplifiers as well as its product service and support.

Features

  • Up to 16 Arms or 235 Vrms continuous output (bridge-mono mode
  • Frequency bandwidth at full power of 10 Hz – 20 kHz
  • Compact design; only 2U of rack space and 27 lbs
  • Switching power supply for reduced weight
  • Installs easily into a standard 19-inch rack or stands alone for bench top operation
  • Built-in protection circuitry safely provides for sustained high-power output, with protection against input overloads, improper output connection (including shorts and improper loads), and excessive temperature, voltage or current
  • Operates from single-phase, 120-volt AC mains, (230 VAC version available)

Specifications

Output Power

Dual Channel Mode - Both Channels Driven

Ohms

PEAK OUTPUT

RMS OUTPUT

40mSec Pulse, 
30% Duty Cycle

5 Min, 
100% Duty Cycle

1 Hr, 
100% Duty Cycle

5 Min, 
100% Duty Cycle

1 Hr, 
100% Duty Cycle

Volts

Amps

Volts

Amps

Volts

Amps

Volts

Amps

Volts

Amps

Watts

open

167

 

167

 

167

 

118

 

118

   

16.5

142

8.6

143

8.6

138

8

101

6.1

97.5

5.9

575

8

127

16

101

12.6

98

12

71.5

8.9

69.5

8.7

605

4

103

26

71

18

67

17

50

12.5

47.5

11.9

565

2

71

35

49

25

46

23

35

17.5

32.5

16.3

530

1

43

43

30

30

Not recommended

21.5

21.5

Not recommended

Bridge-Mono Mode

Ohms

PEAK OUTPUT

RMS OUTPUT

40mSec Pulse, 
30% Duty Cycle

5 Min, 
100% Duty Cycle

1 Hr, 
100% Duty Cycle

5 Min, 
100% Duty Cycle

1 Hr, 
100% Duty Cycle

Volts

Amps

Volts

Amps

Volts

Amps

Volts

Amps

Volts

Amps

Watts

open

335

 

335

 

335

 

235

 

235

   

16

255

16

202

13

197

12

144

8.9

139

8.7

1209

8

206

26

141

18

134

17

100

12.5

95

11.9

1130

4

141

35

99

25

92

23

70

17.5

65

16.3

1059

2

86

44

59

30

Not recommended

42

21.0

Not recommended

   Note: *not tested

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)  

<0.35% at full rated power, from 10 Hz to 20 kHz.

I.M. Distortion

<0.35% at 60 Hz and 7 kHz at 41, from -40 dB to full rated power.

Crosstalk

>80 dB (below rated power) 20 Hz to 1 kHz.

DC Output Offset

<2 mV

Input Impedance (nominally balanced, nominally unbalanced) 10

10 kOhm, 5 kOhm.

Maximum Input Voltage

± 10 V balanced or unbalanced

Common Mode Rejection (CMR) (20Hz to 1kHz, typical)

50 dB

Load Impedance

Dual 2, 4, 8, 16 Ohm

Bridge Mono

4, 8, 16 Ohm

Gain Control (when enabled, switch selectable)

Voltage gain adjustable from 20 to 0 or from 63 to 0

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

Fault Indicator

Red LED, one per channel, flashes when the amplifier output channel has stopped operating. Usually this means that the amplifier must be serviced.

Thermal Indicator

Red LED, one per channel, illuminates when the channel has shut down, or is very near shutting down, due to thermal stress or overload.

Ready Indicator

Green LED, one per channel, illuminates when the channel is initialized and ready to produce output. Indicator is off when the channel is set to standby mode via the System Architect or IQ Control Software packages.

Input Signal Indicator

Green LED, one per channel, illuminates when the channel’s input signal is above –40 dBu (8 mVrms).

Output Signal Indicator, -20 dB

Green LED, one per channel, illuminates when the channel’s output signal is within 20 dB of clipping.

Output Signal Indicator, –10 dB

Green LED, one per channel, illuminates when the channel’s output signal is within 10 dB of clipping.

Clip Indicator

Red LED, one per channel, illuminates when the channel’s output signal reaches the onset of audible clipping. The Clip Indicator also will illuminate during Thermal Level Control (TLC) limiting or when the input compressor/limiter is protecting the amplifier from input overload.

Cooling Vents

Front-to-rear forced airflow

Power Indicator

Blue LED indicates AC power has been applied and is within the safe operating range of the power supply. The LED will flash when the AC line voltage is approximately 15% above or 25% below the nominal rated value.

Data Indicator

Feature not implemented.

Bridge Mode Indicator

Yellow LED illuminates when the rear panel Mode Switch is set to the “Bridge” Position.

Power Switch

Push-on / push-off switch.

Back Panel Controls and Connectors

Power Cord Connector

Standard 15 amp IEC inlet. A circuit breaker located near the IEC power inlet protects the amplifier from excessive AC current draw.

Reset Switch 

Resets the circuit breaker that protects the power supply.

Ventilation Grille

Air flow is front to back. Do not block the ventilation grilles.

Input Panel

Input module includes two balanced 3-pin removable barrier connectors. Input switch is described below. Behind the input panel are the Input Sensitivity Switches (not shown). One 3-position switch per channel selects various sensitivity settings.

Mode Switch

This two-position switch is used to select the amplifier’s mode of operation Dual or Bridge Mono. Dual mode is used for 2-8 ohm loads. Bridge mode is used for 4-16 ohm loads.

“Y” Input Switch

When set to ON, this switch parallels the input signals of the two channels, for use when the input signal is mono. The amplifier's channel outputs are still independent. The "Y" Input Switch also can be used to daisy-chain the signal to another amplifier.

Input Connectors

Balanced 3-pin terminal block connectors, one per channel.

Channel Level Controls 

One 21-position detented rotary attenuator per channel, ranging from –100 dB to 0 dB gain.

High-Pass Filter

One 3-position switch per channel selects between OFF (FLAT), 35 Hz and 70 Hz 3rd order filters.

Output Connectors

One four-pole touch-proof terminal strip, Accepts up to 10 AWG terminal forks

Output Cover (not shown) 

This covers the output connectors, protecting users from the connectors’ potentially high voltage. This cover is required for Class 2 wiring installations.

Physical Characteristics

Required AC Mains (+15%, -25%)

120V/60Hz (230V/50Hz version available)

Power Draw at Idle (120 VAC mains)

35W (Standby Mode).

 

Overall Group Delay < 120 usec.

Operating Temperature

10°C to 50°C (50°F to 122°F), Maximum Output Power de-rated above 30°C (86°F).)

Humidity

70% or less, non-condensing.

Cooling

Front-to-back airflow.

Chassis

The Amplifier is designed for stand-alone or rack-mounted operation. The Chassis is black aluminum with a powder coat finish. The unit occupies two EIA 19-inch-wide units.

Dimensions

Width

19 inches (48.3 cm)

Height

3.5 inches (8.9 cm)

Depth

14.25 inches (36.2 cm)

Net Weight

27.0 lbs. (12.3 kgs.)

Shipping Weight

32.0 lbs. (14.5 kgs.)

Standards

CISPR
CISPR 11
CISPR 14 - 1
CISPR 14 - 2
CISPR 14 - 2
CISPR 16 - 1
CISPR 16 - 2
CISPR 16 - 3
CISPR 16 - 4
CISPR 22
CISPR 24
IEC
IEC/TR EN 61000 - 1 - 1
IEC/TR EN 61000 - 2 - 1
IEC/TR EN 61000 - 2 - 3
IEC EN 61000 - 3 - 2
IEC EN 61000 - 3 - 4
IEC/TC EN 61000 - 3 - 5
IEC EN 61000 - 4 - 2
IEC EN 61000 - 4 - 3
IEC EN 61000 - 4 - 4
IEC EN 61000 - 4 - 5
IEC EN 61000 - 4 - 6
IEC EN 61000 - 4 - 7
IEC EN 61000 - 4 - 8
IEC EN 61000 - 4 - 9
IEC EN 61000 - 4 - 11
European
EN 50 081 part 1
EN 50 081 part 2
EN 55 011
EN 55 013
EN 55 014
EN 55 015
EN 55 020
EN 55 022
EN 55 024
EN 50 082 part 1
EN 50 082 part 2
EN 50 093
American
FCC Part 15
MIL-STD - 461E