
MONACOR PA-5480: 5-Zone Mono PA Mixing Amplifier
The MONACOR PA-5480 is a powerful, professional 5-zone mono PA mixing amplifier designed for complex public address systems. With a robust power rating of 480 W, it offers individual control and high reliability for commercial and industrial installations, including both mains and emergency power operation.
Key Features:
High Power Output: Delivers a power rating of 480 W (at 8 Ω, 70 V, or 100 V) with a peak output power of 680 W.
5 Individual Zones: Features 5 zones that can be controlled individually, allowing for flexible audio distribution and paging in different areas.
Integrated Alarm/Chime Functions: Includes a chime, wailing sound, and automatic mute function. The chime and siren can be activated via external momentary push-buttons, with a selectable 2-tone or 4-tone chime.
Voice and Message Features: Supports alarm announcements with the optional PA-1120DMT digital message and timer insertion.
Control & Monitoring: Features bass, treble, and master controls, a level display via LEDs, and a regulated fan for stable operation.
Flexible Inputs: Includes a variety of inputs:
1 x 6.3 mm jack (Mic 1)
2 x combo 6.3 mm/XLR (Mic/Line 2–4)
3 x RCA L/R (Line 5–7)
Microphone Support: Provides 18 V phantom power for electret microphones and a dedicated connection for the PA-5000PTT desktop microphone.
Dual Power Operation: Operates via mains power ($\sim 230$ V/50 Hz) and offers a 24 V DC emergency power operation option (DC 24 V/40 A).
Modular Design: Features insertions for various optional functional modules (e.g., tuner/CD player).
Installation: Comes with removable mounting brackets for 3 RU rack installation.
Technical Specifications:
| Feature | Specification |
| Power Rating | 480 W |
| Peak Output Power | 680 W |
| Speaker Outputs | 100 V, 70 V, 8 Ω |
| Zones | 5 (individually controllable) |
| Channels | 5 |
| Inputs | 1x Mic, 2x Mic/Line, 3x Line, Preamplifier Input |
| Phantom Power | 18 V |
| Frequency Range | 55–16,000 Hz |
| THD | < 1% |
| S/N Ratio | > 70 dB (Mic), > 80 dB (Line) |
| Power Supply | $\sim 230$ V/50 Hz or DC 24 V/40 A (Emergency Power) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 482 x 133 x 352 mm (3 RU) |
| Weight | 17 kg |