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Modular touring rack designed for all
L-ACOUSTICS systems
Hosts 3xLA8 for maximum drive flexibility and power
Analog Signal, Network and Power distribution panels
Engineered 9U frame allows flying and rigging
Compatible with legacy cabling standards
Universal platform to ease L-ACOUSTICS Rental Network cross rental
AES/EBU Standard on LA8 and LA-RAK (May 2011)

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LA-PANEL AES3

The LA-RAK is the central element of the new L-ACOUSTICS® system architecture built upon the LA8 amplified controller. It offers an advanced
drive rack solution for all L-ACOUSTICS® systems covering signal and power distribution in a comprehensive plug and play touring package.
LA-RAK was created as a universal platform designed to facilitate cross-rental and to ensure compatibility with the legacy analog cabling standard of L-ACOUSTICS® systems.

The LA-RAK module comprises:

One 9U rack with LEXAN® front and rear covers
Three LA8 amplified controllers
An 1/O distribution panel for analog signal, L-NET (control and monitoring) and L-DGA (digital audio) networks distribution within the rack and link out with other racks
Available 2U space for implementing L-NET and L-DGA network switches when operating with a star network topology
An I/O panel for power distribution of 3 LA8, 2 ethernet switches and one auxiliary AC outlet.

The LA-RAK working principle is entirely modular and the user can physically assemble and interconnect multiple modules to fit numerous applications. The LA-RAK configuration based on a multiple of 3 LA8 yields the maximum flexibility and power resources for any L-ACOUSTICS® system from compact coaxial systems up to KUDO® and K1 stadium line source array systems.

RK9U	Dimensions W x H x H (with dolly board) x D 609 x 513 x 663 x 580 mm - 24 x 20.2 x 26.1 x 22.8 in Weight 95 kg - 209 lbs (fully equipped + dolly board) Materials aluminum and steel frame, polyethylene sides, LEXAN® polycarbonate doors Finish grayish-brown RAL 8019® Shipping and Rigging 2 x coupling bars, dolly board
LA-PANEL	Dimensions W x H x D 483 x 44 (1U) x 59 mm - Weight TBA19 x 1.75 (1U) x 2.3 in. Weight TBA Analog input Front: 1 x PA-COM® 19 pin socket Analog outputs Front: 1 x LINK OUT PA-COM® 19 pin socket, rear: 6 x male XLR 3 pin sockets L-NET I/O* Front: 2 x Ethercon® sockets, rear: 2 x RJ 45 sockets L-DGA* Front: 2 x Ethercon® sockets, rear: 2 x RJ 45 sockets
LA-POWER	Dimensions W x H x D 483 x 89 (2U) x 103 mm - 19 x 3.5 (2U) x 4.05 in Weight 4 kg - 8.8 lb AC Input Front: cable with 32A P17 male plug (3P + N + G) AC Outputs Front: LINK OUT 32A P17 female socket (3P + N + G), front: 1 x type F “Shuko” socket (Auxiliary) AC Outputs Rear: 3 x type F “Shuko” sockets (L1, L2, L3), 2 x type IEC CEE22 sockets (Auxiliary) Protection 3 x 16A type C circuit breakers (L1, L2, L3), 1 x 10A type C circuit breaker (Auxiliary)
LA-RAK BUMP	Dimensions W x H x D 581 x 102 x 558 mm - 22.9 x 4 x 22 in Weight 13.5 kg - 29.7 lb Materials sandblast-coated steel

Jamie Pollock System Engineer Firehouse Productions	“We used a double-stacked LA-RAK per side, which was the other beauty of this tour. There were so many backline techs, and some of the theaters were so small that having the LA-RAK on each side of the stage do four subs a side, the KUDO, and everything else was extremely convenient. Everything stores in the rack, and the compact footprint was absolutely crucial in some of these venues”.
John Moine de Russy Ingénieur en diffusion sonore/Opérateur console www.ingenieuxduson.com	"I particularly appreciate the ergonomy of the LA-RAK and how easy it can be implemented on tours or events".
Gabriele Monducci Owner Imola Audio Scene	"With the increase of our L-ACOUSTICS KUDO / LA-RAK inventory, we are excited to be part of the “K” Standard of the L-ACOUSTICS Rental Network. This platform brings added flexibility to us and increases synergy between us and other K Rental Network Agents. 2009 has been a good year already and we are looking forward to an even more success in 2010 thanks to this investment”
George Olson George Strait’s FOH Engineer	“I love the packaging of LA-RAK. We can stack them any way we want and they patch up perfectly every time with no ground issues, buzzes or hums. They’re very solid and sonically pleasing".
Paul Smith Head of Audio Visual Horizon Communications	“The switch from legacy RK12 racks equipped with LA48a amplifiers to LA8-equipped LA-RAK units has been a resounding success. When we first took delivery, we staged an A/B listening test between our LA48a and new LA8, and the difference was incredible--especially when we deployed the new amps with our KUDO rig. Even using the LA8's stock presets without any tweaking, it was as if we had just bought a whole new speaker system. Of course, we liked the loudspeaker before, but with LA-RAK, KUDO really shines!"

Following the successful introduction of the LA-AES3 card and LA-PANEL AES3 in 2010, the K standard is evolving and the LA-PANEL AES3 is now a standard patch panel for LA-RAK intended to transfer the 3 back panels of the LA-AES3 cards installed in the LA8s to the LARAK front side thus facilitating digital audio wiring.

The LA-PANEL AES3 comprises 3 pairs of XLR sockets (IN and LINK) ended by AES/EBU cables. Also are provided 2 extra XLR AES/EBU Link cables.