Bose PowerMatch PM8500N Configurable Amplifier 8 x 500w / 4Ω

Applications

• Auditoriums
• Performing arts venues
• Theaters
• Houses of worship
• Arenas
• Hospitality venues

Specifications:

• Maximum Rated Power: 4000 W (500 W x 8 channels at 4 ohms)
• Peak Output Voltage: 71 / 142 V (Mono / V-Bridge, I-Share, and Quad modes)
• Voltage Gain: 36 / 42 / 36 / 42 dB (Mono / V-Bridge / I-Share / Quad modes)

Audio Performance

• Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (at 1 W and +/- 0.5 dB)
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio, Analog Input: >102 dB (1 dB below rated power, A-weighted)
• THD: < 0.4 % (at 1 W, 20 Hz to 20 kHz)
• Intermod Distortion - SMPTE: < 0.4 % (60 Hz, 7 kHz)
• Channel Separation (Crosstalk): > 65 dB (adjacent channels, at 1 kHz)
• Damping Factor: > 1000 (10-1000 Hz, 4 ohms, at amplifier output)

Integrated DSP

• A/D and D/A Converters: 48 kHz / 24-bit
• Total Latency (Analog In - Amp Out): < 0.95 ms
• Input to Output Signal Routing: 8 x 8 matrix
• Loudspeaker Presets: Bose Professional
• Input EQ: 5-band PEQ (+/- 20 dB), notch, shelving, high pass, low pass
• Bandpass Filters (Crossover): Butterworth, Bessel, or Linkwitz-Riley, up to 48 dB/octave
• Loudspeaker EQ 9-band PEQ (+/- 20 dB), shelving, high pass, low pass, 2-band RoomMatch array EQ
• Maximum Output Delay: 3 s
• Output Limiter: Peak and RMS voltage

Audio Outputs

• Output: 2 to 8 (configurable)
• Connectors, Output: 8-pin Phoenix Contact connectors (part # 1778120), supports 10-24 AWG wire

Indicators and Controls

• LED Status Indicators: Signal, limit, clip, fault
• User Interface Controls: Mute, input sensitivity, output configuration, output attenuation, EQ on/off, preset select. 240 x 64 LCD. Additional controls available w/ ControlSpace Designer software

Electrical

• Mains Voltage: 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
• Mains Circuit Recommendation: 15A (120 V) or 10A (230 V)
• Mains Connector: IEC 60320-C14 (Inlet)
• Minimum AC Line Voltage: 80 V (reduced output power)
• Maximum Inrush Current: 15.4 A (230 VAC, 50 Hz)
• Maximum RMS Current Draw: 8 A
• Efficiency, 1/3 Rated Power: > 75% (pink noise input signal)
• Output Stage Topology: Class-D
• Overload Protection: High temperature, DC, HF, short, voltage limiter, current limiter, inrush current, mains circuit breaker protection

Physical

• Dimensions (H x W x D): 88 mm x 483 mm x 525 mm (3.5” x 19” x 20.7”) - 2 rack space
• Net Weight: 12.9kg 
• Mounting Depth: 533 mm (21”)
• Operating Temperature: 0 °C - 40 °C (32 °F - 104 °F)
• Cooling System: Microprocessor-controlled, variable-speed fans, front to rear airflow

General

• Setup and Configuration Software: ControlSpace Designer software V3.2 or greater
• PC Interface Connection: USB (type B), Ethernet (RJ-45, 100Mb)
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