TECHNICAL DATA

FreeSpace IZA 2120-HZ

Integrated Zone Amplifier

Product Description Applications

For background/foreground music and paging applications, Bose FreeSpace Designed for a wide range of applications,
IZA 2120-HZ integrated zone amplifier elevates the audio experience when including:
using FreeSpace loudspeakers. Optimized for ­commercial applications, Retail stores
FreeSpace IZA amplifiers feature selectable Loudspeaker EQ to enrich audio Restaurants and bars
quality, Opti-voice paging for clear speech intelligibility while providing
Hospitality venues
seamless transitions and Dynamic EQ that ensures full and balanced music
at any volume level. Conference centers
Schools

Key Features Auxiliary zones

True two-zone capability provides two independent outputs that each support volume/source selection remotes, EQ, tone
controls, and paging/auxiliary routing options.
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 loudspeakers: FreeSpace 3
systems, FS3B subwoofer, FS2C/SE/P, FS4CE/SE, and the DesignMax DM2C-LP/S.
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 x 120 W Class-D amplification optimized for 70/100V high-impedance applications.
Intuitive feature setup enables the amplifier to be configured without a PC for 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.

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Technical Specifications
POWER RATING
Amplifier Power 2 x 120 W @ 70/100V
AUDIO PERFORMANCE
Frequency Response 55 Hz - 20 kHz (+0/–3 dB, @ 1 W reference 1 kHz)
THD+N ≤ 0.3 % (at rated power)
Channel Separation (Crosstalk) ≤ –58 dBu (below rated power, 1 kHz)
Dynamic Range 88 dB
INTEGRATED DSP
A/D and D/A Converters 24-bit / 48 kHz
Processing Functions Loudspeaker EQ, Bose Opti-voice paging, Dynamic equalization
Loudspeaker Presets High-pass filter, FS2C/SE/P, FS4CE/SE, DM2C-LP/S, and SUB (55 - 100Hz)
Audio Latency 10.4 ms (any input to speaker output or aux output)
AUDIO INPUTS LINE INPUTS PAGE INPUTS AUXILIARY INPUTS
Input Channels 2 unbalanced, 2 balanced 1 balanced mic/line 1 unbalanced line
Connectors Stereo RCA, 5-pin Euroblock 4-pin Euroblock 1/8” (3.5mm) TRS
Input Range –8 dBu to 22 dBu –58 dBu to 12 dBu –60 dBu to –1 dBu
Adjustment Range 0 dB to –30 dB 0 dB to +50 dB Fixed
Input Impedance 20 kΩ 2 kΩ 20 kΩ
Maximum Input Level 22 dBu 12 dBu –1 dBu
Sensitivity –8 dBu n/a –3 dBu
Nominal Input Level 4 dBu –38 dBu –8 dBu
AUDIO OUTPUTS AMPLIFIER OUTPUTS AUXILIARY OUTPUTS
Outputs 2 1 unbalanced
Connectors 2-pin inverted Euroblock Stereo RCA
Output Impedance n/a 400 Ω
Nominal Output Level 2 x 120 W @ 70/100V 2 dBu
INDICATORS AND CONTROLS
Power LED Solid blue indicates power is on, blinking blue indicates standby mode
Input Signal Clip LED Green indicates input signal is within –37 dBu to 11 dBu, red indicates signal is over 11 dBu, master level set to 5
Output Signal Clip LED Green indicates output signal is within –46 dBFS to –2 dBFS, red indicates signal is over –2 dBFS, approximately 80
W/channel, for each output 120 watts is 0 dBFS

Controls, Front Panel Power On/Off, Input Select (A/B), Treble/Bass Tone Controls (x2), Master Level
Controls, Rear Panel Amplifier Mode DIP switches, Loudspeaker EQ preset selector, Input Gain (A/B/Page), Output trims, Remote (x2)
ELECTRICAL
Mains Voltage 100 VAC – 240 VAC (±10%, 50/60 Hz)
AC Power Consumption 26 W (Standby) 300 W (Max)
Mains Connector Standard IEC (C14)
Maximum Inrush Current 12.6 Amps (230 VAC / 50 Hz), 6.6 Amps (120 VAC / 60 Hz)
Overload Protection High temperature, output short, excessively low or high AC line voltage
PHYSICAL
Dimensions (H x W x D) 1.7" H x 19.0" W x 12.8" D (44 mm x 483 mm x 324 mm)
Shipping Weight 12.0 lb (5.4 kg)
Net Weight 9.0 lb (4.1 kg)
Cooling System Single fan creates continuous left-to-right air flow
GENERAL
Inputs (Control) Remote inputs for one or two, CC-1 or CC-2 or a 1 & 1 combination, ControlCenter zone controllers. Mute input con-
trol via contact closure (normally open)

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q POWER SWITCH – ON/OFF AC power.

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

e INPUT SIGNAL LED – LED is green from –37 dBu to 11 dBu, LED goes red over 11 dBu. MASTER LEVEL set to 5.

r OUTPUT LIMIT LED – LED is green from –46 dBFS to –2 dBFS, LED goes red over –2 dBFS, approximately 80 W/channel. For
each output 120 watts is 0 dBFS.

t AUX INPUT CONNECTOR – 1/8” (3.5 mm) stereo line-level input connector. A cable insertion mutes INPUT A and INPUT B for
priority override. Pages can still be made from the PAGE INPUT. The AUX INPUT is summed to MONO.

y INPUT A/B SWITCH – Selects either INPUT A or INPUT B on the rear panel when the rear panel A/B SELECT DIP switch is set
to FRONT.

u TREBLE/BASS CONTROLS – Allows tonal adjustments of both outputs simultaneously. First order shelving filters provide a ±6
dB adjustment at 7 kHz and above (TREBLE) and 100 Hz and below (BASS). They have a slope of approximately 6 dB/octave.

i MASTER LEVEL CONTROL – Controls the overall system volume for both the loudspeakers and the AUX OUTPUT when the
AUX OUTPUT DIP switch is set to VARIABLE. If the AUX OUTPUT DIP switch is set to FIXED, the AUX OUTPUT maintains
maximum level. When using a REMOTE volume connection, the front panel MASTER LEVEL control becomes disabled.

q w e r t yu i oa s d f g
q INPUT A/B – Balanced and unbalanced line-level input connectors. Each input is summed to mono.
w INPUT GAIN – Allows for 0 dB to –30 dB of adjustment to each INPUT A/B.
e PAGE INPUT – Euroblock mic/line input that supports dynamic microphones with voice activation (VOX) or a trigger contact
closure for use with push-to-talk (PTT) microphones.

r MUTE – Contact closure connection that upon trigger (short) will mute all outputs (including AUX OUTPUT).
t PAGE INPUT GAIN – Allows for 0 dB to +50 dB of gain control of PAGE INPUT signal.
y EQ 1/2 – Provides loudspeaker equalization presets: High-Pass Filter (HPF), FS2C/SE/P, FS4CE/SE, DM2C-LP/S, and SUB (55
- 100 Hz). The SUB setting can be used with the FS3B Acoustimass bass module or the DesignMax DM10S-Sub. The HPF is the
flat setting and can be used with FS3 systems or for loudspeakers that are not Bose or that do not require EQ.

u PAGE INPUT THRESHOLD – Adjusts the level at which the VOX PAGE INPUT signal causes other inputs to be lowered. A 10 dB
adjustment range lifts the page trigger level away from the noise floor to prevent false triggers. At minimum setting, a –70 dBu
signal will trigger a VOX page. At maximum setting, a –60 dBu signal will trigger a VOX page. When in PTT page mode this
adjustment is not active.

i  IP SWITCHES – A bank of switches to set the amplifier configuration.

D

o UX OUTPUT – Variable or fixed line-level output signal for routing the signal to additional audio equipment.
A

a 0V/100V – Changes the output from 70V to 100V.

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s EMOTE 1/2 – Input connectors for one or two CC-1, or CC-2, ControlCenter zone controllers.
R

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

f O UTPUT 1/2 – Two inverted 2-pin Euroblock connectors for loudspeaker connections. Outputs are not bridgeable.
 AC MAINS RECEPTACLE – AC line voltage input.

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AC Current Draw and Thermal Dissipation Information

Amplifier rated channel power is 120 W.
IZA 2120-HZ, AC Current Draw and Thermal Dissipation
230 VAC 50 Thermal Dissipation, Max
Load Configuration 120 VAC
Total Audio Hz
Test Signal & Power Level (Both IZA channels 60 Hz Line Watts BTU/hr kCal/hr
Output, W Line Current,
driven) Current, A
A
Power On, Idling 0 0.19 0.13 31 104 26
1/8th Rated Power
IEC268 Bandlimited Pink 70V / Ch 30 0.56 0.30 39 133 34
Noise
6 dB Crest Factor 100V / Ch 30 0.60 0.31 42 143 36
FS2C/SE/P EQ Enabled
1/3rd Rated Power
IEC268 Bandlimited Pink 70V / Ch 80 1.18 0.57 62 210 53
Noise
6 dB Crest Factor 100V / Ch 80 1.15 0.58 58 198 50
FS2C/SE/P EQ Enabled

Mechanical Diagrams

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Safety and Regulatory Compliance Accessories

The FreeSpace IZA 2120-HZ integrated zone amplifier complies ControlCenter CC-1 zone controller
with CE requirements, are cUL listed according to UL/CSA US-Black 768932-0110
60065 and UL/CSA 62368-1; CB certified, according to
US-White 768932-0210
IEC60065 (8th edition) and IEC62368-1 (2nd Edition), including
EU-Black 768932-2110
all group and national differences. These models also comply
with FCC Part 15B Class A, EN55103-1 (1997), EN55103-2 (1996), EU-White 768932-2210
and CISPR13 (2003) requirements. JP-Black 768932-3110
JP-White 768932-3210
ControlCenter CC-2 zone controller
Product Codes US-Black 768938-0110
Product Code Voltage Variant US-White 768938-0210
EU-Black 768938-2110
US-120V 719782-1430
EU-White 768938-2210
EU-230V 719782-2430 JP-Black 768938-3110
JP-100V 719782-3430 JP-White 768938-3210

UK-230V 719782-4430 ControlCenter CV41

4-to-1 converter 768928-0010
AU-240V 719782-5430

FreeSpace is a trademark of Bose Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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