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ZM12 | ZONEMASTER UNIVERSAL 12 CHANNEL, 24 SPEAKER AMPLIFIER

 

  • Our new ZoneMaster models are very similar in their feature sets, differing mainly in size and number of channels. 
  • Universal amplifier for applications from 60 to 150 watts
  • Zone 1 (channel 1&2) are higher power for more demanding applications
  • 24 speaker connections (A and B outputs for all 12 channels)
  • High current for stable operation at 2 Ohms
  • Class AB input stage plus premium Class D power stage
  • Independent audio sensing triggers, one for each zone
  • 6 Independent 12 volt trigger inputs, one for each zone
  • Looping 12 volt trigger outputs for each zone
  • Master 12 volt trigger input to turn all zones on-off
  • Speaker level input for expanding systems w/out pre out jacks
  • Two bus inputs can be routed to any zone
  • Bus loop output jacks for passing audio to another amp
  • Summed Mono mode combines L and R for single speaker applications
  • Separate level controls for all twelve channels
  • Detachable speaker connectors accept up to 12 gauge wire
  • Short circuit and overheat protection with front panel indicators
  • 0.5 watt standby power consumption meets Energy Star & EU specs
  • Compact 2U chassis
  • 2U rack mounting hardware is included in box

 

Power Output : Zone 1 (Channel 1–2) 
120 watts x 2 @ 8Ω 
150 watts x 2 @ 4Ω or 2Ω

 

Power Output : Zone 2-6 (Channels 3–12) 
60 watts x 10 @ 8Ω 
100 watts x 10 @ 4Ω or 2Ω 
Note: Power ratings are RMS, All Channels Driven (20 Hz - 20 kHz)

 

Minimum Speaker Impedance: 
A+B Outputs of a Single Channel: 2 Ω 
Note: Continuous operation at this minimum impedance might require additional ventilation for the amplifier.

 

Frequency Response: 
20 Hz - 20 kHz, +0/-0.25 dB 
5 Hz - 50 kHz, +0/-3 dB

 

Total Harmonic Distortion: 
< 0.05 % at typical listening levels 
< 1.0% at full power

 

Interchannel Crosstalk: 70 dB at 20 kHz

 

Total Gain: 29 dB (Level controls set to Maximum)

 

S/N Ratio: >112 dB, input shorted, IHF A-weighted

 

DC Trigger Requirements: +9 Vdc to +12 Vdc, 5 mA

 

Audio Trigger Requirements: 2 mV audio signal

 

AC Power Requirement: 
1550 Watts maximum 
150 Watts typical (audio playing on all zones) 
55 Watts idle (all zones on) 
15 Watts idle (one zone on) 
0.5 Watts standby 
100-250 VAC 50/60 Hz (automatic)

 

Dimensions:
Width: 17.25" (437 mm) 
Depth: 14.5" (369 mm) 
Depth, with cables: 16" (406 mm) 
Height, with feet: 4.15" (105 mm) 
Height, without feet: 3.5" (89 mm)

 

Weight: 
Net: 21 lbs (9.5kg) 
Shipping: 27 lbs (12.2kg)



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