FX500.2

The Ashly FX500.2 is a two-channel Class D power amplifier designed for professional installed audio systems requiring high output power, integrated DSP and flexible network control. It delivers up to 500 watts per channel into 2Ω or 4Ω loads and 250 watts per channel into 8Ω loads. In bridged mode, it can provide up to 1,000 watts for compatible high-impedance 70V/100V distributed audio applications. Built-in Wi-Fi, Ethernet connectivity and browser-based DSP configuration make it suitable for commercial sound systems, venues and installations requiring precise loudspeaker processing.

From The Manufacturer:

The Ashly FX Series combines efficient Class D amplification with integrated digital signal processing and browser-based network control. The FX500.2 provides two low-impedance amplifier channels or one bridged high-impedance output. Its DSP platform offers routing, equalisation, crossover filtering, compression, limiting, FIR filters, polarity adjustment and delay. Network access is available through the built-in Wi-Fi access point or a wired Ethernet connection, allowing configuration from a compatible computer or mobile device.

Key Features:

• Two-channel Class D power amplifier.

• 500W per channel at 2Ω or 4Ω.

• 250W per channel at 8Ω.

• Up to 1,000W bridged output at 4Ω.

• Bridged high-impedance operation for 70V and 100V distributed audio systems.

• Supports 25V applications with appropriate DSP output limiting.

• Integrated digital signal processing.

• Built-in Wi-Fi access point.

• Ethernet network connectivity.

• Browser-based configuration and control.

• Balanced microphone/line inputs via removable Euroblock connectors.

• Additional unbalanced RCA inputs.

• S/PDIF digital audio input and output.

• DSP functions include routing, EQ, compression, limiting, FIR filtering, crossovers, polarity and delay.

• Customisable loudspeaker presets.

• GPIO, standby/mute and remote volume-control functionality.

• Automatic or manual power-saving mode.

• Universal 100–240V AC power supply.

• Rackmount chassis with included rack ears and adhesive feet.

Specifications:

Amplifier

• Model: FX500.2

• Amplifier type: Class D

• Number of amplifier channels: 2

• Output configuration: Two low-impedance channels or one bridged high-impedance output

• Output power at 2Ω: 2 × 500W, single-channel ratings

• Output power at 4Ω: 2 × 500W

• Bridged output at 4Ω: 1 × 1,000W

• Output power at 8Ω: 2 × 250W

• Bridged output at 8Ω: 1 × 1,000W, as specified in the manufacturer’s table

• Output power at 25V: 2 × 320W, with the required DSP limiter configuration

• Output power at 70V: 1 × 1,000W bridged

• Output power at 100V: 1 × 1,000W bridged

• Total system power: 1,000W

• Power sharing: Available; maximum allocation depends on operating mode and load

• Output circuitry: Class D, full-bandwidth PWM modulation

Audio Performance

• Frequency response: 20Hz–20kHz, +0/−0.5dB under the manufacturer’s stated test conditions

• Signal-to-noise ratio: Greater than 108dB, A-weighted, 20Hz–20kHz at 8Ω

• Total harmonic distortion plus noise: Less than 0.05% at 8Ω, 3dB below rated power

• Output voltage, single channel unloaded: 65Vp / 130Vpp

• Output voltage, bridged unloaded: 130Vp / 260Vpp

Inputs and Outputs

• Balanced analogue inputs: Four microphone/line inputs via removable 3-pin Euroblock connectors

• Additional analogue inputs: Four unbalanced RCA inputs

• Digital audio: S/PDIF input and output

• Network: Ethernet RJ45

• Wireless control: Built-in Wi-Fi access point

• Loudspeaker outputs: Two removable 2-pole Euroblock outputs

• GPIO: Removable 8-pole Euroblock connection for remote and control functions

Digital Signal Processing

• Input and output routing.

• Gain and level adjustment.

• Parametric equalisation.

• Crossover and filter configuration.

• Compression and limiting.

• FIR filtering.

• Output polarity and delay adjustment.

• Loudspeaker preset management.

• Browser-based configuration and control.

Power Supply

• AC input: 100–240V AC

• Frequency: 50–60Hz

• Power consumption at one-eighth rated output into 2Ω: 191W

• Standby consumption: Less than 0.5W

Protection

• Short-circuit protection.

• Output DC protection.

• Undervoltage protection.

• Thermal protection.

• Overload protection.

Specifications are taken from the Ashly FX Series operating manual. Note that power ratings vary with load impedance, bridging and operating configuration.

Included Accessories:

• Two rack ears.

• Four adhesive feet.

• Power cable: Confirm the regional cable supplied with the retail unit.

• Other package contents: Confirm with the seller.

The rack ears and adhesive feet are listed in the manufacturer’s specifications.

Applications:

• Commercial sound systems.

• Retail stores and shopping centres.

• Restaurants, cafés and hospitality venues.

• Conference rooms and meeting facilities.

• Corporate offices and reception areas.

• Houses of worship.

• Auditoriums and multipurpose venues.

• Background music and paging systems.

• Distributed 70V/100V public-address systems.

• Loudspeaker installations requiring integrated DSP.

• Systems requiring network-based configuration and remote management.

Included Accessories:

• Two rack ears.

• Four adhesive feet.

• AC power cable, subject to regional package configuration.

• Any additional cables or accessories should be confirmed with the supplier.

Accessories (Not Included):

• Compatible Ashly WR-1 or WR-1.1 remote volume controller.

• External loudspeakers.

• Loudspeaker cables.

• Additional audio cables and adaptors.

• Ethernet cables and external network equipment, where required.

• External control equipment, where required.

• Additional rack accessories.

Size:

• Width: 440mm

• Height: 88mm

• Depth: 332mm

• Rack format: 19-inch rackmount, 2U high.

Dimensions are based on the manufacturer’s published measurements of 17.3 × 3.5 × 13.1 inches.

Weight:

• Net weight: 5.9kg

• Shipping weight: Not verified.

The net weight is specified as 13lb in the manufacturer’s operating manual.

Electrical/Thermal:

• AC input: 100–240V AC, 50–60Hz.

• Power consumption at one-eighth rated output into 2Ω: 191W.

• Thermal output at one-eighth rated output into 2Ω: 225BTU/hour.

• Standby consumption: Less than 0.5W.

• Cooling: Maintain adequate ventilation and avoid obstructing airflow around the chassis.

• Protection: Short circuit, output DC, undervoltage, temperature and overload protection.