Information on EAW UXA Installation Amplifiers: Their Features and Benefits
In the world of professional audio installations, Eastern Acoustic Works (EAW) has introduced a new contender that promises to streamline the process of specifying, integrating, and commissioning speaker systems - the UXA4807D amplifier.
Key features of this innovative amplifier include advanced onboard processing, user-adjustable settings, and robust integration capabilities. The UXA4807D is equipped with built-in FIR (Finite Impulse Response) filtering and limiter settings known as Greyboxes. These Greyboxes are preloaded and can be easily assigned to each output via an intuitive software pull-down menu, making system tuning a breeze without the need for extensive programming[1].
The UXA4807D also offers extensive customisation, with adjustable EQ (equalisation), limiter/compressor, and delay settings. This level of control allows integrators to fine-tune the sound for specific environments and applications, ensuring optimal audio performance[1].
Integration is another area where the UXA4807D shines. It supports multiple input signal formats, including Dante digital audio, four analog inputs, and SPDIF digital inputs, all managed through a comprehensive input matrix mixer for flexible routing and control[1]. To prevent tampering, the amplifier's front panel controls have been disabled. Instead, all settings are adjusted remotely via a web browser connected either through the amplifier’s integrated Wi-Fi access point or a hardwired TCP/IP connection[1].
For larger installations, multiple UXA amplifiers can be monitored and controlled simultaneously through EAW’s Resolution 2 software, simplifying installation and ongoing management[1][5].
The UXA4807D's operational benefits are numerous. It boasts an energy-efficient Power Factor Corrected (PFC) universal power supply compatible with worldwide mains voltages (100-240 V, 50/60 Hz), meeting ErP and EnergySTAR standards to reduce operating costs[1]. The amplifier also recovers quickly from a loss of mains power, with audio signal passing from the analog inputs within 10 seconds after power resumes, minimising system downtime[1].
TJ Smith, president of EAW, stated that the creation of the UXA Installation Series and specifically the UXA4807D makes it easier and faster to specify and integrate EAW systems[5]. With the UXA4807D, complex audio installations can now be deployed more efficiently, delivering clear, consistent, and customisable sound control. It offers secure, remote, and scalable control options suited for professional installation environments[1][5].
References: [1] Eastern Acoustic Works. (n.d.). UXA4807D. Retrieved from https://www.eaw.com/products/amplifiers/uxa-series/uxa4807d [5] Eastern Acoustic Works. (2021). UXA Series Amplifiers. Retrieved from https://www.eaw.com/products/amplifiers/uxa-series
The UXA4807D amplifier, introduced by Eastern Acoustic Works, showcases advanced technology in data-and-cloud-computing, featuring remote control via a web browser and the ability to be monitored and controlled simultaneously through EAW’s Resolution 2 software. This technology enhances system tuning, integration, and management for professional audio installations, offering efficient and customisable sound control.
