Atlona To Showcase Gain™ Amplifier Series At InfoComm

Atlona is to demonstrate its new Gain 120 and Gain 60 amplifiers at InfoComm 2018 in Las Vegas, 06-08 June.

Each model supports both low and high-impedance operation via an easily-accessible mode selector switch, simplifying ordering and inventory management for systems integrators and designers.

The Gain 120 can deliver two channels of 60 watts each at 4 or 8 ohms, or a single 120-watt mono channel at 70 or 100 volts. The Gain 60 can provide two 30-watt channels at 4 or 8 ohms, or one 60-watt channel at 24, 70 or 100 volts. The inclusion of 24-volt support enables the Gain 60 to meet code requirements in particular municipal jurisdictions that have voltage limitations for high-impedance systems.

Both Gain models feature an efficient Class-D amplifier design for low power consumption and are ENERGY STAR® qualified. Convection cooled without the need for fans, the units are ideal for quiet environments and can be installed easily into confined spaces without requiring additional cooling or venting. The ultra-compact Gain 60 is also UL 2043 plenum-rated, allowing convenient yet concealed installation above drop ceilings in commercial locations.

The Gain 120 and Gain 60 can be easily integrated with other Atlona AV solutions including the BYOD-empowering AT-UHD-SW-510W wired/wireless switcher and the new AT-HDR-H2H-88MA 8x8 matrix switcher. The Gain 120 features balanced analog audio inputs, while the Gain 60 allows selection between its balanced or unbalanced inputs via front-panel buttons. As well as amplified speaker output, a line-level audio output on the Gain 120 allows incoming audio to be fed to an additional amplifier or audio system.

The optional AT-GAIN-NET networked audio interface card for the Gain 120 provides compatibility with AES67 or Dante™ audio-over-IP sources, enabling the amplifier to receive dual-channel IP audio from Atlona OmniStream™ AV encoders or third-party audio devices.

Both Gain models feature a rich array of features to enhance integration, operation and control. Ethernet connectivity enables remote TCP/IP control of volume level and other audio adjustments, plus IP-based management through Atlona's Velocity™ AV control platform.

Front-panel LEDs display power status, real-time volume level and more. Automatic standby with configurable inactivity duration minimises power consumption, while a remote trigger port on the Gain 120 allows an occupancy sensor or control system to remotely power down the amplifier or wake it from standby. Meanwhile, the newly-introduced AT-RACK-1RU heavy-duty rack shelf enables mounting of the Gain 120 in an equipment rack and is also ideal for side-by-side rack placement of Gain 60 units and many other Atlona products.

"The Gain 120 and Gain 60 provide installers and designers with exceptional flexibility and feature-rich options for amplification in any type of program or distributed audio system," said Steve Kolta, product manager, Atlona. "With support for both traditional analog audio signals and next-generation networked audio over IP, the Gain series delivers an affordable, high-quality amplification solution for customers' current and future sound reinforcement needs."

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