The C Series hearing loop drivers from Ampetronic mark a substantial development in hearing loop technology for assistive listening. Compact, elegant, and sturdy, C Series units, the most versatile and powerful solutions available in their class, feature digital signal processing and networking functionality.
Four class ‘D’ drivers (two dual output and two single output models) make up the C Series; offering a significant increase in energy efficiency over existing solutions in a similar price range.
The drivers feature a simple digital user interface, enabling accurate adjustment and providing clear indicators, system diagnostics and built-in test tones. C Series drivers are fully networkable with a Wi-Fi accessible standard browser based control panel, for remote set-up, monitoring and email alerts, and with Loopworks Measure LoopLink for easy test and commissioning.
The C5 features 5 Amps RMS current per loop output, respectively, plus ample voltage headroom, making them suitable for a wide range of applications. Installation can be performed with total confidence; unique, multi-stage filtering ensures compatibility with other systems and global EMC regulations.
This driver is available in both networked and non-networked versions.
Williams AV is proud to offer Ampetronic Loop products in the United States and Canada. To purchase Ampetronic loop products in other countries, please visit https://www.ampetronic.com/
(1) C5-2N US loop driver
(2) PLR BP1 receivers
(2) EAR 022 earphones
(1) BAT KT6 dual drop in charger
(1) ACFB200U20 copper foil tape / 656 ft (200 m)
(4) FWT 001 flat wire warning tape
(1) IDP 009 ADA wall plaque
| INPUTS | |
|---|---|
| Input 1 & 2 | 3 way 3.5mm euroblock screw terminal input (supplied) with a balanced microphone and line level operation, selectable via rear panel switch. Switchable 250Hz low cut filter. Priority input option (network models only). |
| Microphone / Line | Microphone specification; 200 – 600Ω, sensitivity -67dBu. Selectable 24V phantom power on microphone only Line sensitivity -42dBu. Max line level 17Bu. Max mic level -8dBu. |
| 100V Line(Input 2 only) | 2 way 5mm euroblock screw terminal (supplied) Sensitivity +7dBu |
| Dante(Optional C5/C7) | RJ45 Ethernet, control and monitoring. Hosted web server, Telnet & SNMP. |
| OUTPUTS | |
|---|---|
| Loop Connectors | 4 way 5mm euroblock screw terminal (supplied) for each output, for twisted pair or star-quad configured feed cables |
| DC Output* | 2 way 3.5mm euroblock screw terminal (supplied). Re-settable, fuse protected 12V 0.1A. Controllable to reflect amplifier status (network models only) |
| Status Relay (C10 and C14) | 2 way 3.5mm euroblock screw terminal (supplied). Normally closed isolated relay contacts, open in fault conditions. Rated load 0.5A at 125VAC, 2A at 30VDC. |
| Line Output | 3 way 3.5mm euroblock screw terminal (supplied) post AGC balanced output |
| USB* | Firmware updates or power for wireless router (200mA max). |
*Note powering an external device via DC out or USB may reduce power headroom available for the loop. DC Output and USB power should not be used simultaneously.
| Model | Current | Voltage | Power Consumption | Weight |
| C5-1 | 5ARMS (7.1 Apk) 1kHz sine 2.4ARMS pink |
20VRMS (28.3Vpk) | 35W | 2.5kg |
| C5-2 | 55W | 2.8kg | ||
| C7-1 | 7ARMS (9.9 Apk) 1kHz sine 3.3ARMS pink |
55W | 2.8kg | |
| C7-2 | 95W | 3.1kg | ||
| C10-1 | 10ARMS (14.1 Apk) 1kHz sine 4.7ARMS pink |
33.9VRMS (48Vpk) | 70W (mains voltage switchable) | 4.2kg |
| C10-2 | 120W (mains voltage switchable) | 5.2kg | ||
| C14-2 | 14ARMS (19.8 Apk) 1kHz sine 6.6ARMS pink |
48.1VRMS (68Vpk) | 180W (mains voltage switchable) | 6.7kg |
| THERMAL HEAT CHART | |||||||||||
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| Idle | 1/6 peak Output Current (Speech) | 1/3 peak Output Current (Pink noise) | Full Power | ||||||||
| Driver Model | Number of channels | Current (ARMS) | Load Resistance (Ohms) | AC In (W) | BTU | AC In (W) | BTU | AC In (W) | BTU | AC In (W) | BTU |
| C14-2 | 2 | 14 | 0.44 | 24.5 | 84 | 40.9 | 107 | 91.7 | 182 | 389 | 739 |
| 2 | 14 | 1 | 24.5 | 84 | 49.6 | 95 | 129 | 143 | 650 | 880 | |
| 2 | 14 | 1.2 | 24.5 | 84 | 57.4 | 107 | 159.4 | 187 | 660 | 647 | |
| 2 | 10 | 2 | 24.5 | 84 | 68.8 | 159 | 205 | 396 | 656 | 874 | |
| C10-2 | 2 | 10 | 0.44 | 18.9 | 64 | 25 | 69 | 49.5 | 102 | 189 | 345 |
| 2 | 10 | 1 | 18.9 | 64 | 30.5 | 66 | 71.7 | 93 | 347 | 502 | |
| 2 | 10 | 1.2 | 18.9 | 64 | 37.5 | 82 | 95.6 | 144 | 393 | 522 | |
| 2 | 7 | 2 | 18.9 | 64 | 41.5 | 104 | 115.1 | 244 | 376 | 614 | |
| C10-1 | 1 | 10 | 0.44 | 10.4 | 35 | 16 | 46 | 27.8 | 61 | 98.1 | 185 |
| 1 | 10 | 1 | 10.4 | 35 | 19 | 46 | 38.9 | 57 | 172 | 246 | |
| 1 | 10 | 1.2 | 10.4 | 35 | 21.5 | 51 | 48.1 | 73 | 192 | 246 | |
| 1 | 7 | 2 | 10.4 | 35 | 27.2 | 74 | 60.8 | 133 | 178 | 273 | |
| C7-2 | 2 | 7 | 0.44 | 11 | 38 | 15 | 49 | 36 | 90 | 76 | 112 |
| 2 | 7 | 1 | 11 | 38 | 19 | 46 | 44 | 76 | 169 | 242 | |
| 2 | 7 | 1.2 | 11 | 38 | 19 | 43 | 44 | 61 | 169 | 175 | |
| 2 | 5 | 2 | 11 | 38 | 19 | 46 | 42 | 67 | 157 | 194 | |
| C7-1 | 1 | 7 | 0.44 | 8 | 27 | 10 | 30 | 15 | 35 | 36 | 49 |
| 1 | 7 | 1 | 8 | 27 | 13 | 35 | 25 | 48 | 80 | 106 | |
| 1 | 5 | 2 | 8 | 27 | 12 | 31 | 24 | 44 | 80 | 102 | |
| C5-2 | 2 | 5 | 0.44 | 11 | 38 | 13 | 40 | 19 | 48 | 45 | 78 |
| 2 | 5 | 1 | 11 | 38 | 16 | 45 | 29 | 61 | 91 | 140 | |
| 2 | 3.5 | 2 | 11 | 38 | 19 | 45 | 42 | 65 | 82 | 113 | |
| C5-1 | 1 | 5 | 0.4 | 8 | 27 | 10 | 31 | 16 | 40 | 26 | 55 |
| 1 | 5 | 0.5 | 8 | 27 | 10 | 30 | 18 | 43 | 32 | 67 | |
| 1 | 5 | 0.6 | 8 | 27 | 11 | 32 | 20 | 46 | 35 | 68 | |
| 1 | 3.5 | 1 | 8 | 27 | 9 | 28 | 12 | 31 | 27 | 50 | |
| AUDIO SYSTEM | |
|---|---|
| Frequency Response | 80Hz to 6.5kHz |
| Distortion | THD+N <0.3% 1kHz sine at full current |
| Automatic Gain Control | The AGC is optimised for speech. Dynamic range >36dB |
| Metal Loss Correction | Corrects system frequency response issues due to metal structures in a building. Gain constant at 1kHz, adjustable gain slope from 0 to 4dB per octave in 0.25dB increments. Custom dual slope MLC allows different slopes and knee frequency to be set via the menu (network models only). This does not compensate for signal loss from metal structures which can be significant. |
| Phase Shift | User selectable (network models only) at 0° or 90° between outputs |
| ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS | |
|---|---|
| Status | Tri-colour LED: Solid Green = normal operation Flashing Green = sleep mode Flashing Amber = standby Flashing Red = error Fast Flashing Amber = firmware update |
| PHYSICAL | |
|---|---|
| Size | Full width 1U 19″ rack mount. Width 430mm Depth 190mm Height 44mm Depth inc. knob 190mm (C5/C7) 305mm (C10/C14) |
| Mounting Options | Freestanding Options 1U 19″ rack mount (brackets fitted as standard) Wall mounted, brackets available separately |
| Environment | IP20 rated; 20 to 90% relative humidity; 0 to 35ºC |
| Cooling | C5/C7 Passive. C10/14 variable speed fan, front inlet rear exhaust. |
5 Years
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