HLS-2C Active Loop Panel for intercoms

Active Loop Panel
Part code: HLS-2C, HLS-2CUA

Intercom systems are now commonplace in a wide variety of door entry systems. Flats and apartment blocks in particular utilise door entry intercoms to allow a person wishing to gain access to communicate with another person, who may be a
considerable distance away.

The HLS-2C and HLS-2CUA (Universal Adaptor) is a complete solution for providing people with hearing loss with essential access to intercom audio. It also facilitates compliance with international equality of access legislation.

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Features
  • Compact and robust design
  • Compliment intercom panel
  • Simple integration & installation
  • Low power consumption
  • Class D efficiency
  • DSP for unrivaled intelligibility
  • Prides a localised magnetic field
  • Low lifetime cost
  • Excellent reliability, 5 year warranty & free technical support
  • Power supply (12-24V DC)
  • Transformer isolated inputs
  • Metal loss correction
Standards

Safety, EMC

The HLS-2C is CE marked to indicate compliance with relevant product safety and EMC standards.

Loop Performance

The HLS-2C will allow an Audio Frequency Induction Loop system that meets the requirements of IEC 60118-4 to be created at the expected height and distance of a single user, if the system is specified, installed and commissioned
in an appropriate manner, including observing Ampetronic instructions.

Specifications (PDF)

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HLS-2C Active Loop Panel for intercoms

The Active Loop Panel is a lightweight, compact Hearing Loop (Induction Loop) unit with aesthetic styling designed to complement typical intercoms. It combines all the crucial elements of a functional hearing loop system, requiring only power and an audio input to provide essential access to individuals with hearing loss. It comprises an IP rated case, efficient class D loop driver (amplifier), multi-turn copper loop and the internationally recognised signage that informs the user that the service is available. It designed to be mounted close to an entry intercom or other devices where it can be connected to the audio source via transformer isolated balanced input. Installation is quick and simple, requiring only the removal of the front cover to reveal the fixing points and quick clamp DC power and line level connections – with only adjustments to current, gain and metal loss compensation being required if necessary when commissioned using a Field Strength Meter or Loopworks Measure Receiver.

Applications include:

  • Door entry intercoms
  • Help & information points
  • Emergency refuge points
  • Information desks & kiosks

Installation Note:

The Active Loop Panel is designed to produce optimal audio quality at bent arm’s length for the average person – as it is expected that they will be depressing a button to communicate via the intercom. The unit can be mounted below or at the side of the intercom panel at a height of approximately 1.1-1.2 meters (4 feet). At this height, the emitted magnetic field shape will function correctly for both standing adults, children and wheel chair users.When wall mounting, cabling between the intercom and Active Loop Panel When wall mounting, cabling between the intercom and Active Loop Panel should ideally be routed behind the brickwork to maintain IP rating and finished aesthetics.

  • Compact and robust design
  • Compliment intercom panel
  • Simple integration & installation
  • Low power consumption
  • Class D efficiency
  • DSP for unrivaled intelligibility
  • Prides a localised magnetic field
  • Low lifetime cost
  • Excellent reliability, 5 year warranty & free technical support
  • Power supply (12-24V DC)
  • Transformer isolated inputs
  • Metal loss correction

Power supply and consumption

  • 12-24V DC: Typical local DC supply inside equipment where another supply is already present.
  • Whilst the HLS-2C draws less than 2.9W @ 12V DC with typical signals, you should still check that an existing supply has enough spare capacity.

 

Datasheet & Specifications

All information specified on this datasheet has been compiled in accordance with the IEC 62489-1: 2010+A1:2014 Standard and reflects actual performance in realistic applications.

Installation Guide:
Group connections to input 1/2 with DC power cabling. Keep the loop feed cable separate from other connections. When mounting the unit leave clearance above and below the board to meet relevant safety Standards. Mount using 4 x M3 machine screws (with spacers if required) or insulated adhesive pad(s) on the reverse side of the board.

 

INPUTS

Power Requirement
Connector: Wago 2061 cage clamp for 0.5 – 1.5mm2 solid core or untinned fine stranded wire.
Nominal voltage: 12V-24V DC
Voltage range: 8-30V DC
Fuse: 1.5A PTC
Power Consumption: 2.88W (240mA) continuous pink noise
9.2W (765mA) continuous sine
0.17W (14mA) quiescent Power Save
14.4W (1200mA) max short term peak
Indication: LED on PCB
Input 1 & 2
Connector: Wago 2060 cage clamp for 0.2 – 0.75mm2 solid core or untinned fine stranded wire
Line Level (Lo Z speaker)
Rated source impedance: 1.8kΩ differential,
Input isolation: 1500V
Rated source EMF (sensitivity): -16dBu for full output
Overload: >+22dBu
SnR: >90dB
Adjustment: Level control, per channel

OUTPUTS

Loop Output
Connector: Wago 2061 cage clamp for 0.5 – 1.5mm2 solid core or untinned fine stranded wire.
Compliance voltage: 4.2VRMS (6Vpk)
Max output current (sine): 3ARMS
Rated temperature limited output current (pink): 1.5ARMS
Rated time for delivery: 1min
Rated THD: <1%
Output Impedance: >9Ω
Current Adjustment: Full range
Current Indication: LED indicates 1ARMS
Loop Impedance 0.3Ω to 1Ω, 1.3 reactive at 1.6 kHz
Rated Load: 80uH, 0.5R

AUDIO SYSTEM

Freq. Response 100Hz to 5kHz ±1.5dB relative to 1kHz at low level, measured as loop current with no metal loss correction.
Compression  Time constants optimised for speech
(AGC)
Dynamic range: >36dB
Control: by adjusting input level/gain
Indication: LED on PCB
Metal Loss 0dB to 3dB / octave boost
Correction Adjustable

PHYSICAL (12V DC Power Option)

Dimensions
Width: 138mm
Length: 224mm
Height: 22mm + mounting clearance
Weight 390g
Environment
Heat dissipation:  IP55, IK08, <90% relative humidity, -30 to 75 °C

Safety, EMC

The HLS-2C is CE marked to indicate compliance with relevant product safety and EMC standards.

Loop Performance

The HLS-2C will allow an Audio Frequency Induction Loop system that meets the requirements of IEC 60118-4 to be created at the expected height and distance of a single user, if the system is specified, installed and commissioned
in an appropriate manner, including observing Ampetronic instructions.

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Features
  • Compact and robust design
  • Compliment intercom panel
  • Simple integration & installation
  • Low power consumption
  • Class D efficiency
  • DSP for unrivaled intelligibility
  • Prides a localised magnetic field
  • Low lifetime cost
  • Excellent reliability, 5 year warranty & free technical support
  • Power supply (12-24V DC)
  • Transformer isolated inputs
  • Metal loss correction
Standards

Safety, EMC

The HLS-2C is CE marked to indicate compliance with relevant product safety and EMC standards.

Loop Performance

The HLS-2C will allow an Audio Frequency Induction Loop system that meets the requirements of IEC 60118-4 to be created at the expected height and distance of a single user, if the system is specified, installed and commissioned
in an appropriate manner, including observing Ampetronic instructions.

Specifications (PDF)

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