FreeSpace IZA 2120-LZ integrated zone amplifier

FreeSpace IZA 2120-LZ integrated zone amplifier

IZA 2120-LZ | FreeSpace

For background/foreground music and paging applications, Bose Professional FreeSpace IZA 2120-LZ integrated zone amplifier elevates the audio experience when using FreeSpace loudspeakers. Optimized for commercial applications, FreeSpace IZA amplifiers feature selectable Loudspeaker EQ to enrich audio quality, Opti-Voice paging for clear speech intelligibility while providing seamless transitions and Dynamic EQ that ensures full and balanced music at any volume level.

FEATURES

  • Opti-Voice paging equalizes the vocal frequency range for clear speech intelligibility while providing seamless transitions

  • Dynamic EQ ensures full and balanced music at any volume level

  • Independent Loudspeaker EQ per output enriches audio quality and simplifies connection to Bose Professional loudspeakers: FreeSpace 3 systems, FS3 subwoofer, FS2, FS4 and DesignMax DM2

  • Remote option for volume/source selection eliminates the need for bulky, inefficient, and sound-altering in-line volume controls

  • Dual remotes support optional volume/source selection for independent, or combined, zone control which eliminates the need for bulky, inefficient, and sound-altering 70/100V in-line volume controls

  • Reliable 2 × 120 W Class-D amplification optimized for low-impedance applications

  • Intuitive feature setup enables the amplifier to be configured without a PC for output, remote, paging, auxiliary input/output and automatic standby options

  • Auto-Standby feature allows the amplifier to consume less power when not in use

  • Simplified front panel interface provides end users with tone, source selection and master volume controls as well as a connection to mobile sources via a 3.5 mm connector

  • Remote muting allows the amplifier to be muted via a centralized control system

Applications

Designed for a wide range of applications, including:

  • Retail stores
  • Restaurants and bars
  • Hospitality venues
  • Conference centers
  • Schools
  • Auxiliary zones

SPECS

Technical Specification

AMPLIFICATION
  • Channel Separation (Crosstalk)

  • ≤ -58 dBu below rated power, 1 kHz

  • Dynamic Range

  • 88 dB

  • Frequency Response

  • 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0/-3 dB) at 1 W, 1 kHz reference

  • Number of Channels

  • 2

  • Power Class

  • Class D

  • Rated Power, Symmetrical

  • 120 W per channel at 4 Ω / 60 W per channel at 8 Ω

  • THD+N

  • ≤ 0.5% at rated power

AUDIO INPUTS, ANALOG
  • Adjustment Range

  • 0 dB to -30 dB, line / 0 dB to +50 dB, page / fixed, auxiliary

  • Input Channels

  • 2 unbalanced, line + 2 balanced, line + 1 balanced, mic/line (page) + 1 unbalanced, line (auxiliary)

  • Connectors

  • (2) RCA stereo pairs, (2) 5-pin Euroblock, (1) 4-pin Euroblock, (1) 1/8-in (3.5 mm) TRS

  • Input Impedance

  • 20 kΩ, line / 2 kΩ, page / 20 kΩ, auxiliary

  • Input Range

  • -8 dBu to +22 dBu, line / -58 dBu to +12 dBu, page / -60 dBu to -1 dBu, auxiliary

  • Maximum Input Level

  • 22 dBu, line / 12 dBu, page / -1 dBu, auxiliary

  • Nominal Input Level

  • 4 dBu, line / -38 dBu, page / -8 dBu, auxiliary

  • Sensitivity

  • -8 dBu, line / -3 dBu, auxiliary / N/A, page

AUDIO OUTPUTS, ANALOG
  • Channels

  • 2

  • Connectors

  • (2) 2-pin inverted Euroblock, (1) RCA stereo pair

  • Output Impedance

  • 4 Ω / 150 Ω (auxiliary)

ELECTRICAL
  • Current Draw, Inrush

  • 6.6 A at 120 VAC, 60 Hz / 12.6 A at 230 VAC, 50 Hz

  • Mains Connector

  • IEC C14 inlet

  • Mains Voltage

  • 100–240 VAC (±10%), 50/60 Hz

  • Protections

  • High temperature, output short circuit, excessively low/high AC line voltage

  • AC Power Consumption

  • 24 W standby, 300 W maximum

INDICATORS AND CONTROLS
  • Controls, Front Panel

  • (1) power switch, (1) input selection switch, (2) treble knobs, (2) bass knobs, (1) master level knob

  • Controls, Rear Panel

  • Amplifier Mode DIP switches, Loudspeaker EQ preset selector, Input Gain (A/B/Page), Output trims, Remote

  • LED Status Indicators

  • (1) power LED, (1) input signal/clip LED, (1) output signal/clip LED

INTEGRATED DSP
  • A/D and D/A Converters

  • 48 kHz / 24-bit

  • Audio Latency

  • 10.4 ms (analog input to analog output)

  • Presets

  • Flat, Bose Professional loudspeaker presets (FreeSpace FS2C/FS2P/FS2SE/FS4CE/FS4SE & DesignMax DM2C-LP/DM2S/DM3C/DM3SE)

  • Processing Functions

  • Loudspeaker EQ, Opti-Voice EQ (paging), Dynamic EQ (low-end compensation)

PHYSICAL
  • Cooling System

  • Single fan, continuous left-to-right air flow

  • Product Dimensions (H×W×D)

  • 1.7 in × 19.0 in × 12.8 in (44 mm × 483 mm × 324 mm)

  • Net Weight

  • 9.0 lb (4.1 kg)

  • Rack Spaces

  • 1 RU

Mechanical Diagrams

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Product codes

  • 719782-1440
  • IZA 2120-LZ, 120V US
  • 719782-2440
  • IZA 2120-LZ, 230V EU
  • 719782-3440
  • IZA 2120-LZ 100V JP
  • 719782-4440
  • IZA 2120-LZ 230V UK
  • 719782-5440
  • IZA 2120-LZ 240V AU

Warranty Period

  • 5 years

Included in Packaging

  • (1) owner's guide

  • (4) feet with locking pins

  • (2) 5-pin Euroblock connectors

  • (3) 2-pin Euroblock connectors

  • (1) FreeSpace IZA 2120-LZ amplifier

  • (2) 4-pin Euroblock connectors

  • (1) AC power cord

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FAQs

+ What is the FreeSpace IZA integrated zone amplifier?

The integrated zone amplifier offers a variety of easy-to-use input connections (mic/line/page), input gain and output level adjustments, and operational modes. Built-in FreeSpace 3 System, FS3B subwoofer, FreeSpace FS2 and FS4, and DesignMax DM2 and DM3 loudspeaker EQ presets can be selected for loudspeaker optimization.

+ What other attributes do the FreeSpace IZA integrated zone amplifiers have?

With a switch on the rear panel, selectable Bose Professional loudspeaker EQ presets optimize performance of the following loudspeakers:

– IZA 2120-LZ: Flat, FreeSpace FS2, FS4, DesignMax DM2, DM3

– IZA 2120-HZ: HPF, FreeSpace FS2, FS4, DesignMax DM2, and SUB

Bose Professional dynamic equalization is a DSP function that ensures full and balanced music at any volume level.

Opti-Voice paging equalizes the vocal frequency range for clear speech intelligibility while providing seamless transitions.

System setup is done locally from the front and rear panels. No computer required

Rear panel DIP switches offer the following flexible operation modes:

– IZA 2120-LZ: Output (Mono/Stereo), A/B Select (Front/Remote), Auto Standby (Off/On), Page Bypass Master (Off/On), Page Mode (Duck/Mix), Page Start (PTT/VOX), Aux Output (Flat/EQ), Aux Output (Fixed/Variable), Aux Input (Enabled/Disabled)

– IZA 2120-HZ: Remote 1 Control (Zone 1/Zone 1+2), A/B Select (Front/Remote), Auto Standby (Off/On), Page Output (Zone 1+2/Zone1), Page Bypass Master (Off/On), Page Mode (Duck/Mix), Page Start (PTT/VOX), Aux Output 1 (Flat/EQ), Aux Output 2 (Flat/EQ), Aux Output (Fixed/Variable), Aux Input (Zone 1+2/Zone1), Aux Input (Enabled/Disabled), Output Voltage (70/100V)

Four inputs: two stereo line inputs, one mic/line page input and one auxiliary stereo line input

Input source levels can be adjusted with independent gain controls

Output level (trim) controls available for adjusting individual channel outputs relative to the overall master level

Source select and master output level can be easily controlled from the front panel or remote control

Volume control with A/B switch enables access to amplifier volume level and source selection from remote locations (PC 041967)

Auxiliary input on front panel allows quick connection to mobile devices

Fine tune the sound with front panel treble and bass tone control knobs (±6 dB @ 100 Hz and 7 kHz). The IZA 2120-HZ has two sets of treble and bass tone control knobs, one for each zone output.

Amplifier outputs can be muted remotely via a contact closure

High- and low-impedance models available. Choose between 2 channels at 120 watts (model IZA 2120-LZ, 4Ω) or 2 channels at 120 watts (model IZA 2120-HZ, 70/100V systems) for loudspeaker installations.

Compact, lightweight design. Can be rack-mounted with included rack ears, or placed of the way on a table, desk, counter or shelf.

+ What is in the box with a FreeSpace IZA integrated zone amplifier?

The IZA 2120-LZ comes with an amplifier unit, rack ears (2), AC power cord (5 country specific versions to choose from), plastic feet with locking pins (4), installation and operating guide, 5-pin Euroblock (2), 4-pin Euroblock (2), 2-pin Euroblock (3), jumper wire. The IZA 2120-HZ comes with an amplifier unit, rack ears (2), AC power cord (5 country specific versions to choose from), plastic feet with locking pins (4), installation and operating guide, 5-pin Euroblock (2), 4-pin Euroblock (3), 2-pin Euroblock (3), jumper wires (2).

+ Does the FreeSpace IZA amplifier come with rack ears?

The amplifiers do come with two rack ears in the accessory bag.

+ What is included in the signal processor section of the FreeSpace IZA integrated zone amplifier?

The IZA integrated zone amplifier features a fixed global compressor/limiter, FreeSpace 3 System, FS3B subwoofer, FreeSpace FS2 and FS4, and DesignMax DM2 and DM3 loudspeaker EQ presets, dynamic equalization, Opti-Voice paging, page and auxiliary zoning, detection and prioritization algorithms, and AGC (Automatic Gain Control).

+ How does the customer adjust the system after it has been installed?

The IZA integrated zone amplifier can easily be adjusted using front panel controls. Source selector and master volume control, located on the front panel, allow a customer to adjust their system for daily operation. Optional Volume control with A/B switch allows the system to be adjusted from remote locations.

+ How easy is it to install the FreeSpace IZA integrated zone amplifier?

Connections can easily be made to the rear panel. No computer is required. The amplifier comes with two rack ear accessories for rack mounting as well as four plastic feet accessories for surface placement.

+ What loudspeakers can be connected to the FreeSpace IZA integrated zone amplifier?

The FreeSpace IZA integrated zone amplifier is designed to provide optimized performance of FreeSpace 3 System, FS3B subwoofer, FreeSpace FS2 and FS4, and DesignMax DM2 and DM3 loudspeakers. A switch allows the selection of the loudspeaker EQ, or a generic high-pass mode for use with FS3 systems or other passive loudspeakers.

+ If a power outage should occur, what will happen to the FreeSpace IZA integrated zone amplifier?

The integrated zone amplifier system will reboot when the power returns and audio will resume.

+ What are the specifications for the FreeSpace IZA integrated zone amplifiers?

IZA 2120-LZ

Amplifier power: 2 × 120 W @ 4 Ω; 2 × 60 W @ 8 Ω

Continuous power per channel: 2 × 40 W @ 4 Ω; 2 × 20 W @ 8 Ω

Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0/-3 dB, @ 1 W reference 1 kHz)

Output channels and connectors: 2 ch/zones, (2) 2-pin inverted touchproof Euroblock connectors

THD+N: ≤ 0.5% (at rated power)

Input channels and connectors: A & B Line: (2) Balanced 5-pin Euroblock and (2) unbalanced RCA pair Page Mic/Line: (1) Balanced 4-pin Euroblock Auxiliary Line: (1) Balanced 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) TRS

IZA 2120-HZ

Amplifier power: 2 × 120 W @ 70/100V

Continuous power per channel: 2 × 60 W @ 70/100V

Frequency Response: 55 Hz – 20 kHz (+0/-3 dB, @ 1 W reference 1 kHz)

Output Channel and Connectors: 2 ch/zones, (2) 2-pin inverted touchproof Euroblock connectors

THD+N: ≤ 0.3% (at rated power)

Input channels and connectors: A & B Line: (2) Balanced 5-pin Euroblock and (2) unbalanced RCA pair Page Mic/Line: (1) Balanced 4-pin Euroblock Auxiliary Line: (1) Balanced 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) TRS

+ What accessories are available for the FreeSpace IZA integrated zone amplifier?

ControlCenter CC-1 and CC-2 zone controllers can be used to control level and source selection.

+ What variants of the FreeSpace IZA integrated zone amplifiers are available?

There are 5 AC power cord variants available for each model:

FreeSpace IZA 2120-LZ integrated zone amplifier

US 120V product code: 719782-1420

AU 240V product code: 719782-2420

Japan 100V product code: 719782-3420

EU 230V product code: 719782-4420

UK 230V product code: 719782-5420

FreeSpace IZA 2120-HZ integrated zone amplifier

US 120V product code: 719782-1410

AU 240V product code: 719782-2410

Japan 100V product code: 719782-3410

EU 230V product code: 719782-4410

UK 230V product code: 719782-5410

+ What are the front-panel controls and indicators of the FreeSpace IZA integrated zone amplifiers?

POWER SWITCH — ON/OFF AC power.

POWER LED — Solid blue LED indicates the unit is ON. Blinking blue LED indicates the unit is in standby mode.

INPUT SIGNAL LED — LED is green from -39 dBV to 9 dBV, LED goes red over 9 dBV.

OUTPUT LIMIT LED — LED is green from -46 dBFS to -2 dBFS, LED goes red over -2 dBFS, approximately 80 W/channel.

AUX INPUT — 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) stereo line-level input connector. Connection mutes INPUT A and INPUT B for priority override when the AUX INPUT DIP switch is set to “Enabled.”

INPUT A/B Switch — Allows selection of rear line-input channels A or B.

TREBLE/BASS Knobs — Provides ±6 dB adjustment at 7 kHz and 100 Hz.

– IZA 2120-LZ: One set of knobs, allows tonal adjustments of both outputs simultaneously.

– IZA 2120-HZ: Two sets of knobs, allows tonal adjustments of each output independently.

MASTER LEVEL* — Controls the overall system volume for both the loudspeakers and the AUX OUTPUT, when the AUX OUTPUT DIP switch is set to “Variable.” If AUX OUTPUT DIP switch is set to “Fixed” then the AUX OUTPUT goes to maximum level, and changes in the MASTER LEVEL do not affect the AUX OUTPUT level.

* When using a REMOTE volume connection the front panel MASTER LEVEL control becomes disabled.

* When using a REMOTE connection with A/B source selection, either the REMOTE or the front panel can be the MASTER SOURCE control for A/B select, selectable via a DIP switch. MASTER LEVEL control will always be from the REMOTE, and the front panel MASTER LEVEL control becomes disabled.

+ What are the rear-panel connectors and controls of the FreeSpace IZA integrated zone amplifiers?

INPUT A/B — Balanced and unbalanced input connectors.

INPUT GAIN — Allows for -20 dB to +20 dB of adjustment to each INPUT A/B.

PAGE INPUT — Euroblock mic/line input with trigger contact closure for use with push-to-talk microphones.

PAGE INPUT GAIN — Allows for 0 dB to +50 dB of gain control of page input signal.

PAGE INPUT THRESHOLD — Adjusts the level at which signal from the Page input causes other inputs to be lowered.

DIP Switches — A bank of switches to set the amplifier configuration.

REMOTE — Input for volume control with A/B source selection switch (PC 041967).

AUX OUTPUT — Variable or fixed output line-level signal for routing signal to additional audio equipment.

EQ – Provides loudspeaker equalization presets:

– IZA 2120-LZ: IZA 2120-LZ: Flat, FreeSpace FS2, FS4, DesignMax DM2, DM3

– IZA 2120-HZ: IZA 2120-HZ: FS3/HPF, DS 16, DS 40, DS 100 and FS3B (One EQ switch for each output)

MUTE — Contact closure connection that upon trigger (short) will mute all outputs (including AUX OUTPUT).

OUTPUT 1 / OUTPUT 2 TRIM — Allows for up to 40 dB attenuation of the individual loudspeaker outputs relative to the master level.

OUTPUT Connectors — Two inverted touch-proof 2-pin Euroblock connectors for loudspeaker connections.

UPDATE — USB type B female for updating firmware and EQ settings with update utility.

AC Mains Receptacle — Universal AC line voltage input.

+ For what applications is the FreeSpace IZA zone amplifier designed?

The IZA amplifier is appropriate for use in many applications including retail stores, restaurants and bars, hospitality venues, conference rooms, schools and auxiliary zones for large sound systems.

+ How can the IZA 2120-LZ amplifier be configured using the DIP switches?

Rear panel DIP switches offer flexible operation modes:

OUTPUT — The outputs can either be set to stereo or mono mode.

A/B SELECT — Master A/B selection can either be front panel controlled or remote controlled.

AUTO STANDBY — If enabled the amplifier will go into auto standby mode after twenty minutes without an input signal.

PAGE BYPASS MASTER — The paging volume can either be set to the master volume or be set at its own independent volume with the rear panel knob.

PAGE MODE — Paging can either mix with the selected input source or duck the input source when activated.

PAGE START — Paging can be activated on either a PTT stimulus or a VOX stimulus.

AUX OUTPUT — The auxiliary output can either have a flat output (without EQ) or with an EQ set from the EQ slide switch.

AUX OUTPUT — The auxiliary output level can either follow the master level when switched to variable, or it can be set to maximum level when switched to fixed.

AUX INPUT — The auxiliary input can either be enabled or disabled. If the auxiliary input is enabled a connection made to the auxiliary input will mute all other inputs.

+ How can the IZA 2120-HZ amplifier be configured using the DIP switches?

Rear panel DIP switches offer flexible operation modes:

REMOTE 1 CONTROL — Remote one can be set to control both outputs (zones) simultaneously or each output (zone) can be controlled via its own remote. Each remote has independent A/B selection capability.

A/B SELECT — Master A/B selection can either be front panel controlled or remote controlled.

AUTO STANDBY — If enabled the amplifier will go into auto standby mode after twenty minutes without an input signal. The feature can be enabled (ON) or disabled (OFF) by a DIP switch.

PAGE OUTPUT — Paging can be set to occur in zone one only or both zones.

PAGE BYPASS MASTER — The paging volume can either be set to the master volume or be set at its own independent volume with the rear panel knob.

PAGE MODE — Paging can either mix with the selected input source or duck the input source when activated.

PAGE START — Paging can be activated on either a PTT stimulus or a VOX stimulus.

AUX OUTPUT 1 — Auxiliary output 1 (white) can either have a flat output (without EQ) or with an EQ set from the EQ 1 slide switch.

AUX OUTPUT 2 — Auxiliary output 2 (red) can either have a flat output (without EQ) or with an EQ set from the EQ 2 slide switch.

AUX OUTPUT — The auxiliary output level can either follow the master level when switched to variable, or it can be set to maximum level when switched to fixed.

AUX INPUT — The auxiliary input source can either be output into zone one only or both zones.

AUX INPUT — The auxiliary input can either be enabled or disabled. If the auxiliary input is enabled a connection made to the auxiliary input will mute all other inputs.

OUTPUT VOLTAGE — The output voltage can either be set to 70V or 100V.

+ What is Bose Professional Dynamic Equalization (EQ)?

Dynamic EQ is a DSP function that ensures full and balanced music at any volume level.

+ What is Opti-Voice paging?

Opti-Voice paging is a DSP function that equalizes the vocal frequency range for clear speech intelligibility while providing seamless transitions.

+ Is a computer required for set up?

No. All set up is done locally from the front and rear panels.

+ What types of protection are available in the amplifier?

The amplifiers are fully protected against loudspeaker output shorts, high temperature damage, and excessively low or high AC line voltage conditions. The IZA 2120-HZ also has an integrated 55 Hz high pass filter to avoid potential transformer saturation.

+ Is the FreeSpace IZA zone amplifier weather rated?

No. This product must be used indoors. It is neither designed nor tested for use outdoors, in recreational vehicles or on boats.

+ Does the IZA 2120-LZ / IZA 2120-HZ microphone input support condenser microphones?

The IZA amplifiers do not supply phantom power for use with condenser microphones. The IZA 2120-LZ / IZA 2120-HZ will support low impedance signals from dynamic microphones.