QSC PLX-3102
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QSC PLX3102

The PLX2 series is a range of premium quality, high-power amplifiers designed for the most demanding live performance uses. Built on the third generation of QSC PowerLight technology, PLX2 amplifiers combine light weight, superlative audio quality and proven QSC reliability.

SPECIFICATIONS PLX3102
STEREO MODE, both channels driven *
8 ohms
FTC 20 Hz - 20 kHz 0.05% THD
EIA 1 kHz 0.1% THD
550 W
600 W
4 ohms
FTC 20 Hz - 20 kHz 0.05% THD
EIA 1 kHz 0.1% THD
900 W
1000 W
2 ohms EIA 1 kHz 1% THD
1550 W
BRIDGE MONO MODE *
8 ohms
20 Hz-20 kHz 0.1% THD
EIA 1 kHz 0.1% THD
1900 W
2100 W
4 ohms 1 kHz 1% THD 3100 W
Signal to Noise (20 Hz - 20 kHz) -107 dB
Input Sensitivity @ 8 ohms 1.23 Vrms
Gain @ 8 ohms 35 dB
Output Circuitry 2-Tier Class H
Distortion (SMPTE-IM) Less than 0.02%
Typical Distortion
1/8 rated power, 20 Hz-20 kHz
Full rated power, 20 Hz-20 kHz
Less than 0.02%
Less than 0.02%
Frequency Response 20 Hz-20 kHz, -0.5 dB
Damping Factor Greater than 500
Input Impedance 20k ohms balanced
10k ohms unbalanced
Input Clipping 11 Vrms (+21 dBu)
Cooling Variable-speed fan, rear-to-front air flow
Input Connectors, each channel 3-pin XLR and 1/4" TRS balanced
Output Connectors, each channel Neutrik® NL4 Speakon® and Touch-proof binding posts
(Both channels available on Ch 1 NL4 connector)
Rear Panel Switches Input Configuration: Bridge/Stereo/Parallel
Clip Limiters each channel
Filters (per channel): Top 100 Hz HPF/Full/Sub 100 Hz LPF & 33 Hz HPF/Full (infrasonic)
Front Panel Controls Detented Gain Attenuator: 0 to ∞ dB
Power On/Off
Front Panel Indicators Clip: Red LED
-10: Green LED
Signal (-35 dB): Green LED
Power: Blue LED
Parallel: Amber LED
Bridge Mono: Amber LED
PROTECTION
Amplifier Protection Full short circuit, open circuit, thermal, infrasonic, ultrasonic, and RF protection
Stable into reactive or mismatched loads
Load Protection On/off muting, DC-fault power supply shutdown
Infrasonic -3 dB, 5 Hz
DC fault Power supply shutdown
Ultrasonic -3 dB, 85 kHz
Short Circuit Cutback
Thermal Muting at 90° C
Over Current Active clip limiting
Power spply cutback
High Line Standard +15%, survive +25%
Low Line -33%
PHYSICAL
Dimensions
Height
Width
Depth, Rack mounting surface to rear panel
Overall Depth
3.5" (8.9 cm) 2 rack spaces
19" (48.3 cm)
12.8" (32.6 cm)
14.875" (37.9 cm)
Weight 21 lbs. (9.5 kg) net
26 lbs. (11.8 kg) shipping



The PLX3102 is an excellent choice for users who need to drive up to four loudspeakers from each amplifier channel (2 ohm loading), or when extremely high power bridge mono operation is required. The PLX3102 features built-in subwoofer processing, filter switches, and front panel indications of bridge mono status.

The PLX2 series is a range of premium quality, high-power amplifiers designed for the most demanding live performance uses. Built on the third generation of QSC PowerLight® technology, PLX2 amplifiers combine light weight, superlative audio quality and proven QSC reliability. With power ratings up to 3,600 watts, PLX2 amplifiers are capable of providing plenty of clean, undistorted output to the most power hungry speaker systems.

Two ways to get PLX2 performance

The "02" models (PLX1802, PLX2502, PLX3102 and PLX3602) are the right choice for users who need to drive up to four loudspeakers from each amplifier channel (2 ohm loading), or when extremely high power bridge mono operation is required. These models feature built-in subwoofer processing, filter switches, and front panel indications of bridge mono status. The PLX2 series is a range of premium quality, high-power amplifiers designed for the most demanding live performance uses. Built on the third generation of QSC PowerLight® technology, PLX2 amplifiers combine light weight, superlative audio quality and proven QSC reliability. With power ratings up to 3,600 watts, PLX2 amplifiers are capable of providing plenty of clean, undistorted output to the most power hungry speaker systems.

Two ways to get PLX2 performance

The "02" models (PLX1802, PLX2502, PLX3102 and PLX3602) are the right choice for users who need to drive up to four loudspeakers from each amplifier channel (2 ohm loading), or when extremely high power bridge mono operation is required. These models feature built-in subwoofer processing, filter switches, and front panel indications of bridge mono status.

Mechanical

PLX2 series amplifiers have the refined, rugged good looks usually associated with high performance racing cars, competition bikes, professional power tools, and high power machinery. A solid, cast-aluminum front panel adds professional style to any rack while also acting as an integral I-beam, rigidly tying the chassis together for years of on-the-road reliability.

Additional mechanical touches such as the side stiffening rails, rear rack ears and cable tie anchor points attest to QSC's years of experience and attention to detail. QSC has even designed the integrated front handles so the amplifier slides into a rack without scraping the installers fingers on the rack sides. The exterior appearance of PLX2 amplifiers conveys what's inside - simply and truly, 13 to 21 pounds of the most advanced professional power amp on the planet.

PowerLight Technology

PowerLight switchmode technology replaces a large, heavy AC transformer (typically 20 lbs. / 9 kg) with a highly efficient and lighter-weight active design. Conventional AC transformers provide 100 or 120 energy pulses per second, the PowerLight supply delivers 190,000 to 230,000 pulses per second. More pulses make it easier to provide on-demand power for the amplifier's output section. The power supply doesn't "sag" so bass notes stay full and powerful while the high end remains crisp and clean.

Audio Quality

PLX2 audio power circuitry achieves performance normally associated with studio reference amplifiers. In order to reduce crossover distortion, precision bias tracking makes minute adjustments as amplifier temperature changes. The benefit is cleaner high-frequency and more consistent sound no matter how hard the amplifier is driven. The higher power models use QSC-exclusive class H output circuitry, a form of audio "turbocharging" that increases maximum power without affecting the basic audio quality.

PLX2 Series Features

All models

Very light weight ("02" models, 21 lbs/9.5 kg, "04" models 13 lbs/5.9 kg).
Cooling design exhausts hot air out the front, keeping the rack cool. Flow-through heat sinks require no filters that could become clogged.
Front panel LED power, clip, -10 dB, and signal present indicators for system monitoring and troubleshooting. 02 models also feature bridge and parallel mode LED indicators.
Speakon® NL-4 output connectors provide a positive-locking speaker connection. Ch 1 output uses all 4 wires for single-cable connection to bi-amplified speakers.
21-position front-panel gain controls for precise, repeatable amplifier adjustment.
Balanced XLR inputs with parallel TRS connectors accommodate all common input connectors and support loop-through operation.
Patented PowerLight power supply technology with other patents pending.
Speakon® NL4 and binding post outputs.
100 Hz high pass and low pass filters for bi-amping subwoofer and satellite systems without the need for an external crossover.
Switchable/defeatable 33 Hz infrasonic filters protect woofers from over-excursion damage.
Switchable/defeatable clip limiters.
Four models with power ratings up to 1800 watts per channel @ 2 ohms, 3600 watts bridged @ 4 ohms.

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UPC: 103000001180
Brand: QSC