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ICEpower 125ASX2
2x125W or 1x500W ICEpower Amplifier
with Integrated Power Supply

ICEpower 125ASX2
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Contents
General Description ...................................................................................................................................... 3
Release Notes ............................................................................................................................................... 4
Block Diagram ............................................................................................................................................. 5
Connection Diagram ..................................................................................................................................... 5
Absolute Maximum Ratings ......................................................................................................................... 7
Power Specifications .................................................................................................................................... 9
General Audio Specifications (SE-mode) ..................................................................................................... 9
General Audio Specifications (BTL-mode) ................................................................................................ 10
Electrical Specifications ............................................................................................................................. 12
Timing Specifications ................................................................................................................................. 12
Disturbances on the Mains ......................................................................................................................... 12
Mechanical Specifications .......................................................................................................................... 12
Typical Performance Characteristics .......................................................................................................... 13
Power vs. Frequency .................................................................................................................................. 16
Output Impedance ...................................................................................................................................... 16
Loading....................................................................................................................................................... 16
Dissipated Power vs. Output Power ........................................................................................................... 17
Features ...................................................................................................................................................... 18
Protection Features ..................................................................................................................................... 20
Power Supply Protection ............................................................................................................................ 20
Amplifier Local Protection ......................................................................................................................... 21
Amplifier Global Protection ....................................................................................................................... 21
Input/Output Interface ................................................................................................................................ 21
BTL module setup ...................................................................................................................................... 22
Output stage................................................................................................................................................ 22
Operational Timing Diagram ...................................................................................................................... 23
Thermal Design .......................................................................................................................................... 23
Physical Dimensions .................................................................................................................................. 24
Drill Pattern ................................................................................................................................................ 26
Safety Standards ......................................................................................................................................... 27
ESD Warning ............................................................................................................................................. 27
Packaging and Storing ................................................................................................................................ 28
Contact ....................................................................................................................................................... 29
Legal Notes................................................................................................................................................. 29
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General Description
The ICEpower125ASX2 is a fully integrated, intelligent audio power conversion solution de-
signed particularly for highly competitive consumer and professional audio products. The
ICEpower125ASX2 is EMC and safety approved and the “black-box” completeness allows for
fast design-in and minimized time to market. Key benefits include:

• State-of-the-art, high efficiency ICEpower amplification stage based

on the patent pending Conductor topology.

• An ICEpower Supply with selectable mains converter and separate

aux converter

• A wide set of features for plug-and play implementation into applica-

tions such as active speakers and subwoofers, wireless speakers, mul-
timedia audio, musical instrument amplifiers and distributed audio.

The ICEpower125ASX2 can be configured to either stereo or mono output. Combined with
the auxiliary supply for powering external circuitry and the complete elimination of external
heat sinks and EMI shields, the ICEpower125ASX2 is the natural choice in any audio applica-
tion that requires a compact, integrated power solution.

The ICEpower125ASX2 is protected against short circuits, overload and overheating and in-
cludes on-board fuses and EMI filtering to provide a CE and FCC pre-approved design.

Key Specifications Key Features

• 450W @ 1% THD+N, 20Hz – 20kHz, 4, BTL • Fully integrated audio power solution
• 2 x 120W @ 1% THD+N, 20Hz – 20kHz, 4, SE (both chan- • Rugged construction
nels driven) • Thermal protection
• 220W (2) + 58W (8) @ 1% THD+N, 20Hz – 20kHz, SE • Over current protection
(both channels driven with asymmetric load) • Suitable for CE approved designs
• Max output voltage / current: 32Vp /18Ap, 4, SE • EMI conforms to: EN55013
• Max output voltage / current: 60Vp /18Ap, 4, BTL EN55020
• 123dBA dynamic range (BTL-mode) EN61000-3-2
• 119dBA dynamic range (SE-mode) EN61000-3-3
• THD+N = 0.002% @ 1W (8,1kHz, SE-mode) FCC part 15-B
• THD+N = 0.002% @ 1W (8,1kHz, BTL-mode) • Safety conforms to:
• 86,4 % total efficiency @ 250W, 8 EN/IEC 62368-1
• 24V unregulated auxiliary power supply UL 62368-1
• Selectable Mains 85-132VAC & 170-264VAC CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 62368-1
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Release Notes
Version Date Revised by Description

1.2 2014-11-13 LBH/SMK Asymmetric load

1.3 2015-12-03 LBH Header spec. text updated

1.4 2017-09-19 DIT Legal Notes updated

1.5 2018-06-20 LBH/DIT Output voltage / current spec. added

Safety and EMC standards updated
1.6 2018-11-06 LBH/DIT Absolute maximum Ratings updated

1.7 2018-12-11 LBH/DIT Table 18 and 19, Dissipated Power vs.

Output Power updated
1.8 2019-01-15 LBH/DIT Thermal Section updated

1.9 2020-05-05 LBH/NKK Minor update in Safety Standards

2.0 2023-04-11 LKA List of safety-standards updated

2.1 2024-03-15 RSM/PBM New amplifier topology (Not UL cer-

tified yet)

2.2 2024-05-14 RSM/PBM New amplifier topology (released)

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Block Diagram

Figure 1: ICEpower125ASX2 block diagram

Connection Diagram

Figure 2: ICEpower125ASX2 connections

The connector interface of the ICEpower125ASX2 module has four industry standard connectors selected for long term reliability.
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AC Header Specifications (P100)

Type: JST B2P3-VH
PIN Function Description Type

1 Neutral Neutral AC Input

2 Live Live AC Input

Table 1: AC connector specifications.

Speaker Header Specifications (P101)

Type: JST B4P-VH
PIN Function Description Type
1 Vo+ Amplifier output channel 2 Output

2 GND GNDchannel2 GND

2 GND GNDchannel1 GND

4 Vo+ Amplifier output channel 1 Output

Table 2: Speaker connector specifications.

Signal Header Specifications (P102)

Type: JST B8B-PH-K-S
PIN Function Description Type
1 Not used Not used from 125ASX2 M version and forwards Input
(BTL Sync) (Synchronization pin for 125ASX2 used in BTL-mode,
only for versions before M version)

2 Enable Amplifier enable Input/Output

3 OC Monitor pin amplifier over current Output
4 Thermal Thermal monitoring pin Output
5 Vin channel 2 Input signal channel 2 Input
6 GND Ground terminal for the signal section. GND
7 GND Ground terminal for the signal section. GND
8 Vin channel 1 Input signal channel 1 Input

Table 3: Signal connector specifications.

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Auxiliary Supply Header Specifications (P103)

Type: JST B3B-PH-K-S
PIN Function Description Type
1 Vdaux Positive unregulated auxiliary supply (typical +24V) Output
2 GND Ground terminal for the auxiliary section. GND
3 Vsaux Negative unregulated auxiliary supply (typical -24V) Output

Table 4: Auxiliary supply header specifications.

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Absolute maximum ratings indicate limits above which damage may occur.

Mains Input Section

115V mains setting

Symbol Parameter Value Units

ACmax Maximum off-line voltage (Safety test) 1321b) VAC
ACmin Minimum off-line voltage (Safety test) 851a, 1b) VAC
F Mains frequency range 85VAC - 132VAC 45 – 65 Hz

Table 6: Absolute maximum ratings, mains input section - 115V setting.

230V mains setting

Symbol Parameter Value Units

ACmax Maximum off-line voltage (Safety test) 2641c) VAC
ACmin Minimum off-line voltage (Safety test) 1701a,1c) VAC
F Mains frequency range 170VAC - 264VAC 45 – 65 Hz

Table 7: Absolute maximum ratings, mains input section - 230V setting.

1.a) The ICEpower125ASX2 will operate at lower levels but the output power will be reduced. If the off-line voltage is too low, the ICEpower125ASX2
switches off.
1.b) 115 V mains setting: The maximum operating/usage mains voltage is 120Vac and the minimum operating/usage mains voltage is 100Vac.
1.c) 230 V mains setting: The maximum operating/usage mains voltage is 240Vac and the minimum operating/usage mains voltage is 200Vac.

Auxiliary Supply

Symbol Parameter Value Unit

IVd Maximum current draw from Vd (+24V)2) 250 mA
IVs Maximum current draw from Vs (-24V)2) -250 mA

Table 8: Absolute maximum ratings, auxiliary supply.

2) If the auxillary supply on ICEpower125ASX2 is used with a capacitive load, please remember to read the section “Capacitive Loading of the AUX
Supply” in the ICEpower125ASX2 designer’s manual.
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Input Section

Symbol Parameter Value Unit

Vin channel 1, Maximum voltage range on pin 3.3 Vp
Vin channel 2
Table 9: Absolute maximum ratings, input section.

Output Section
Symbol Parameter Value Units
Rload Minimum symmetric load (SE-mode) 3 
Minimum asymmetric load (SE-mode) 3) 2&6 
Minimum load (BTL-mode) 3 
Iout4) Maximum current draw from amplifier out- 18 A
put
CL Maximal purely capacitive load (SE) 390 nF
Maximal purely capacitive load (BTL) 220 nF
Table 10: Absolute maximum ratings, output section.

3) The amplifier can be loaded asymmetrically. One channel can be loaded with minimum 2. The other channel must then be minimum 6
4) The overcurrent protection will act to protect the amplifier. (See ”Protection features”)

Thermal Section
Symbol Parameter Value Unit
Ta Max ambient temperature, operating 50 °C
– active cooled with fan 5a)
Ta Max ambient temperature, operating 45 °C
– passive cooled, no fan 5b)
Table 11: Absolute maximum ratings, thermal section.

5a) For safety test at 50°C ambient with fan and with the module mounted vertical and maximum AUX current draw, the maximum continuous out-
put power without thermal shutdown is 62,5 W in BTL mode (1/8 of 500 W).

5b) For safety test at 45°C ambient without fan and with the module mounted vertical and maximum AUX current draw, the maximum continuous
output power without thermal shutdown is 2x16,25 W in SE mode (1/8 of 2x130 W).
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Power Specifications
Unless otherwise specified. Ta=25 OC, f=1kHz, RL=4, 230V mains

Symbol Parameter Conditions Min Typ Max Units

tPmax Time of maximum rated output power6) 450W out. No preheating. - 80 - s
PT Continuous output power6) without ther- Thermal stab. @ Ta = 25 OC. - 65 - W
mal shutdown. (SE, 4) Both channels driven
PT Continuous output power6) without ther- Thermal stab. @ Ta = 25 OC. - 70 - W
mal shutdown. (SE, 8) Both channels driven
PT Continuous output power6) without ther- Thermal stab. @ Ta = 25 OC. - 70 - W
mal shutdown. (BTL, 4)
PT Continuous output power6) without ther- Thermal stab. @ Ta = 25 OC. - 200 - W
mal shutdown. (BTL, 8)
PSMPS Quiescent power consumption Enable pin low - 6 - W
(amplifier disabled)
Pq Quiescent power consumption Po = 0W - 9,5 - W
(amplifier enabled)

 Total power efficiency Po = 100W 4 ohm - 75 - %

Po = 400W 4 ohm - 80,4 -
Po = 500W 4 ohm - 81,4 -
Po = 250W 8 ohm - 86,4 -
Vdaux, Nominal DC voltage Mains voltage and output 16,5 24 28 V
Vsaux power within specified ranges

Table 12: Power specifications.

6) The module is mounted vertically in free air.

General Audio Specifications (SE-mode)

Unless otherwise specified, f=1kHz, PO=1W, Ta=25 OC.

Symbol Parameter Conditions Min Typ Max Units

PO Output power @ 1%THD+N RL = 4
20Hz < f < 20kHz, both channels driven. 230Vac / 50Hz, - 120 - W
(AES17 measurement filter) 8) 115Vac / 50Hz - 105 -

PO Output power @ 1%THD+N 230Vac / 50Hz, RL = 2.7 - 175 -

20Hz < f < 20kHz, both channels driven, RL = 8 - 60 - W
First channel RL = 2.7,
Second channel RL = 8 115Vac / 50Hz, RL = 2.7 - 160 -
(AES17 measurement filter) 8) RL = 8 - 58 -

PO Output power @ 1%THD+N 230Vac / 50Hz, RL = 2 - 220 -

20Hz < f < 20kHz, both channels driven, RL = 8 - 58 - W
First channel RL = 2,
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Second channel RL = 8 115Vac / 50Hz, RL = 2 _ - 210 -

(AES17 measurement filter) 8) RL = 8 - 55 -

PO Output power @ 10%THD+N RL = 4

20Hz < f < 20kHz, both channels driven. 230Vac / 50Hz, - 150 - W
(AES17 measurement filter) 8) - 130 -
115Vac /50Hz
PO Output power @ 1%THD+N RL = 4
20Hz < f < 20kHz, one channel driven. 230Vac / 50Hz, - 130 - W
(AES17 measurement filter) 8) 115Vac / 50Hz - 120 -

PO Output power @ 1%THD+N RL = 2.7

20Hz < f < 20kHz, one channel driven. 230Vac / 50Hz, - 185 - W
(AES17 measurement filter) 8) - 175 -
115Vac / 50Hz
PO Output power @ 1%THD+N RL = 2
20Hz < f < 20kHz, one channel driven. 230Vac / 50Hz, - 230 - W
(AES17 measurement filter) 8) 115Vac / 50Hz - 220 -

Vo-max Max output voltage RL = 4 - 32 - Vp

Io-max Max output current (output current limited) - 18 - Ap

THD+N THD+N (4, AES17 measurement filter) 8) f = 100Hz, PO =1W - 0.002 0.01 %

VN,O Output referenced idle noise A-weighted 15 25 80 V

AV Nominal Voltage Gain f = 1 kHz 24,3 24,8 25,3 dB
F Frequency response 20Hz - 20kHz, All loads - ±0.1 ±0.3 dB
fu Upper bandwidth limit (SE) RL = 8 - 110 - kHz
(-3dB) RL = 4 - 100 - kHz

fl Lower bandwidth limit (-3dB) RL = All loads - 1.5 - Hz

Zo Abs. output impedance f = 1kHz - 10 25 m
ZL Load impedance range 37) 4  
D Dynamic range A-weighted (125W, 4) - 119 - dB

Table 13: General audio specifications.

7) The amplifier can be loaded asymmetrically. One channel can be loaded with minimum 2. The other channel must then be minimum 6
8) An Audio Precision AES17 20 kHz 7th order measurement filter is used for measurements. The frequency 6.67 kHz corresponds to the worst-case
scenario where both 2nd and 3rd harmonics are within the audio band.

General Audio Specifications (BTL-mode)

Unless otherwise specified, f=1kHz, PO=1W, Ta=25 OC.
Symbol Parameter Conditions Min Typ Max Units
PO Output power @ 1%THD+N RL = 4
20Hz < f < 20kHz 230Vac / 50Hz, - 450 - W
(AES17 measurement filter) 8) 115Vac / 50Hz - 370 -
PO Output power @ 10%THD+N RL = 4
20Hz < f < 20kHz 230Vac / 50Hz, - 550 - W
(AES17 measurement filter) 8) 115Vac /50Hz - 450 -
Vo-max Max output voltage RL = 4 - 60 - Vp
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Io-max Max output current (output current limited) - 18 - Ap

THD+N THD+N in 4 f = 100Hz, PO =1W - 0.003 0.005 %
(AES17 measurement filter) 8)
VN,O Output referenced idle noise A-weighted 15 30 80 V
20Hz < f < 20kHz
AV Nominal Voltage Gain f = 1 kHz 29,7 30,7 31,7 dB
f Frequency response 20Hz - 20kHz, All loads - ±0.15 ±0.3 dB
fu Upper bandwidth limit (BTL) RL = 8 - 100 - kHz
(-3dB) RL = 4 - 100 - kHz
fl Lower bandwidth limit (-3dB) RL = All loads - 1.5 - Hz
Zo Abs. output impedance f = 1kHz - 18 30 m
ZL Load impedance range 3 4  
D Dynamic range A-weighted at 500W@4 - 123 - dB
Table 14: General audio specifications.

8) An Audio Precision AES17 20 kHz 7th order measurement filter is used for measurements. The frequency 6.67 kHz corresponds to the worst-case scenario where both 2nd
and 3rd harmonics are within the audio band.
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Electrical Specifications
Unless otherwise specified, Ta=25 OC.
Symbol Parameter Conditions Min Typ Max Unit
fo Switching frequency channel 1 Idle 4 load 400 450 490 kHz
fo Switching frequency channel 2 Idle 4 load 410 460 500 kHz

fo Switching frequency BTL Idle 4 load 410 460 500 kHz

fs Switching frequency range (amplifier) Idle to full scale 4 load 130 - 590 kHz

fsmps Switching frequency (power supply) - 100 - kHz

Table 15: Electrical specifications.

Timing Specifications
Symbol Parameter Conditions Min Typ Max Unit
tacd Power supply start-up delay. Time from reaching ACmin to all power supplies - 600 1000 ms
(nominal mains) are good and amplifier is active.
Table 16: Timing specifications.

Disturbances on the Mains

The signal on the mains connection is often very noisy and large surge voltages are present. The ICEpower125ASX2 is equipped with
mains filtering to suppress surges and noise.

Special care and component selection has made the ICEpower125ASX2 able to withstand surges up to 8kV to avoid damage to the
ICEpower125ASX2 in case of surges caused by lightning.

Mechanical Specifications
The ICEpower125ASX2 has passed tough mechanical tests during development to ensure high reliability.
Test Acceleration Amount
Unpowered tests: The unit is powered after the test to verify functionality.
Random vibration 2gRMS 3x20min
Bump 10g/16ms, 2-4 Hz 1000 bumps in each of 6 directions9)
Shock 70g/12ms 3 shocks in each of 6 directions9)

Powered tests: The unit is tested with power applied.

Sinusoidal vibrations 2.5mm, 5-10Hz 2 hours in each of 3 directions9)
1g, 10-100Hz
Random vibrations 0.01g, 10-20Hz 2 hours in each of 3 directions9)
0.7gRMS –3dB/oct, 20-150Hz

Table 17: Mechanical tests.

9) 6 directions: (up, down, left, right forward and backward). 3 directions: (up and down, left and right, forward and backward
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Typical Performance Characteristics

Frequency Response (SE-mode)
+30 +90

+28 +80
+70
+26
+60
+24
+50
+22 +40
+20 +30

+18 +20
+10
+16 d
d
+0 e
B +14 g
-10
+12 -20
+10 -30

+8 -40
-50
+6
-60
+4
-70
+2 -80
-0 -90
20 50 100 200 500 1k 2k 5k 10k 20k 50k 100k
Hz

Figure 3: Frequency response in 4 (blue), 8 (green) and open load (red). Top – amplitude. Bottom – phase.

Frequency Response (BTL-mode)

+34 +90
+32 +80

+30 +70

+28 +60

+26 +50
+40
+24
+30
+22
+20
+20
+10
+18 d
d
+0 e
B +16 g
-10
+14
-20
+12
-30
+10
-40
+8 -50
+6 -60
+4 -70
+2 -80
-0 -90
20 50 100 200 500 1k 2k 5k 10k 20k 50k 100k
Hz

Figure 4: Frequency response in 4 (blue), 8 (green) and open load (red). Top – amplitude. Bottom – phase.
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Harmonic Distortion & Noise (SE-mode)

THD+N vs. Po at 100Hz(Blue), 1kHz(Green) and 6.67kHz(Red) 8) (8), THD+N vs. Po at 100Hz(Blue), 1kHz(Green) and 6.67kHz(Red) 8) (4),
230Vac/50Hz 230Vac/50Hz

THD+N vs. Po at 100Hz(Blue), 1kHz(Green) and 6.67kHz(Red) 8) (8), THD+N vs. Po at 100Hz(Blue), 1kHz(Green) and 6.67kHz(Red) 8) (4),
115Vac/50Hz 115Vac/50Hz

Idle noise (16K FFT). Residual = 30V(A). f = 5kHz. Po = 100mW. 4 loading.

(Relative to 125W into 4 ohm) (Relative to 125W into 4 ohm)

Figure 5: Total harmonic distortion & noise (SE).

8) An Audio Precision AES17 20 kHz 7th order measurement filter is used for measurements. The frequency 6.67 kHz corresponds to the worst-case scenario
where both 2nd and 3rd harmonics are within the audio band
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Harmonic Distortion & Noise (BTL-mode)

THD+N vs. Po at 100Hz(Blue), 1kHz(Green) and 6.67kHz(Red) 8) (8), THD+N vs. Po at 100Hz(Blue), 1kHz(Green) and 6.67kHz(Red) 8) (4),
230Vac/50Hz 230Vac/50Hz

THD+N vs. Po at 100Hz(Blue), 1kHz(Green) and 6.67kHz(Red) 8) (4),

THD+N vs. Po at 100Hz(Blue), 1kHz(Green) and 6.67kHz(Red) 8) (8),
115Vac/50Hz
115Vac/50Hz

Idle noise (16K FFT). Residual = 35V(A). f = 5kHz. Po = 100mW. 4 loading.

(Relative to 400W into 4 ohm) (Relative to 400W into 4 ohm)

Figure 6: Total harmonic distortion & noise (BTL).

8) An Audio Precision AES17 20 kHz 7th order measurement filter is used for measurements. The frequency 6.67 kHz corresponds to the
worst-case scenario where both 2nd and 3rd harmonics are within the audio band.
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Power vs. Frequency

The maximum allowable short-term output power of the ICEpower125SAX2 is frequency-dependant due to limitations in the output
filter capacitor which will be subject to higher current and losses at high frequencies. The short-term output power is defined as the
maximum undistorted (THD+N < 1%) output power until thermal shutdown occurs. The maximum Full Power Bandwidth is 20 kHz.
Above this frequency, sustained operation at high output voltages may cause damage to the module.

Note that this limitation will never cause problems when the amplifier is fed a music signal at the input, but the limit must be taken
into consideration when the amplifier is tested under laboratory conditions using sine waves or noise signals.

Output Impedance
The output impedance is measured by feeding 1A RMS into the output of the amplifier and measuring the voltage on the output. The
voltage then corresponds to the output impedance. The output impedance is measured directly on the terminals on the PCB.

The figures below show the output impedance from 100Hz – 20kHz for one channel in SE-mode (left) and in BTL-mode (right).

Figure 7: Measured voltage at output terminals while feeding 1ARMS into the output of the amplifier at PCB.

Loading
With its low output impedance, the ICEpower125ASX2 is designed to be unaffected by loudspeaker loading characteristics. However,
care should be taken with purely capacitive loads.

Traditionally amplifiers have been tested extensively in laboratories with purely capacitive loads. This was done to test the amplifier’s
stability and performance, but it does not relate to any normal speaker load as even electrostatic speakers do not present a purely
capacitive load to the amplifier but include a resistive part as well. The maximum purely capacitive load allowed is 390nF per channel
in SE-mode or 220nF in BTL-mode.
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Dissipated Power vs. Output Power

Mains Voltage Measured mains cur- Rated mains Measured Rated mains Test Condition
[Vac] rent draw [A] current draw mains power power draw
[A] draw [W] [W]

90 Vac / 50 Hz 2.984 3 178.3 180 1 kHz sine wave input, all

132 Vac / 50 Hz 3.945 4 336.0 340 channels driven, (maxi-
180 Vac / 50 Hz 1.575 1.6 180.2 185 mum) non-clipped output
264 Vac / 50 Hz 2.007 2.1 328.4 330 power, 4 ohm output loads
90V / 60 Hz 2.922 3 178.0 180 in SE mode, +/-25V outputs
132 Vac / 60 Hz 3.85 3.9 338.3 340 loaded with 250 mA each.
180 Vac / 60 Hz 1.574 1.6 180.2 185
264 Vac / 60 Hz 1.954 2 328 330
90 Vac / 50 Hz 4.74 4.8 300.1 305 1 kHz sine wave input, all
132 Vac / 50 Hz 6.87 6.9 618 620 channels driven, (maxi-
180 Vac / 50 Hz 2.633 2.7 318 320 mum) non-clipped output
264 Vac / 50 Hz 3.667 3.7 636 640 power, 4 ohm output loads
90V / 60 Hz 4.77 4.8 300.2 305 in BTL mode, +/-25V out-
132 Vac / 60 Hz 6.70 6.75 616 620 puts loaded with 250 mA
180 Vac / 60 Hz 2.579 2.6 316 320 each.
264 Vac / 60 Hz 3.568 3.6 637 640
90 Vac / 50 Hz 0.686 0.7 36.8 38 1 kHz sine wave input, all
100Vac / 50 Hz 0.731 0.75 42.8 44 channels driven, 1/8 non-
120 Vac / 50 Hz 0.852 0.9 58.9 60 clipped output power, 4
132 Vac / 50 Hz 0.858 0.9 64.1 65 ohm output loads in SE
180 Vac / 50 Hz 0.373 0.4 37.2 38 mode,+/-25V outputs
200 Vac / 50 Hz 0.387 0.4 42.5 44 loaded with 250 mA each.
240 Vac / 50 Hz 0.448 0.5 58.4 60
264 Vac / 50 Hz 0.461 0.5 64.9 65
90 Vac / 50 Hz 0.861 0.9 47.6 48 1 kHz sine wave input, all
100Vac / 50 Hz 0.977 1 58.67 60 channels driven, 1/8 non-
120 Vac / 50 Hz 1.131 1.2 79.3 80 clipped output power, 4
132 Vac / 50 Hz 1.232 1.25 97.05 98 ohm output loads in BTL
180 Vac / 50 Hz 0.486 0.5 50.1 52 mode, +/-25V outputs
200 Vac / 50 Hz 0.611 0.65 69.47 70 loaded with 250 mA each.
240 Vac / 50 Hz 0.657 0.7 88.7 90
264 Vac / 50 Hz 0.682 0.7 101.0 102

Table 18: Dissipated power vs. Output power.

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Features
The ICEpower125ASX2 has a number of useful features described below.

Over Current monitor pin

Figure 8 shows the internal circuit of the OC pin interface. This 10k
100R
pin is high (+5V) during normal operation, but it is pulled low OC
(0V) if a short circuit is detected on the speaker output termi-
nals. This pin is only an output. C

GND

GND GND GND

Figure 8: Over Current monitor pin interface

To enable
Thermal monitor pin pin

Figure 9 shows the internal circuit of the thermal pin interface. 10k
This pin is high (+5V) under normal conditions. If the amplifier 100R
temperature becomes too high, the pin is pulled low (0V). This Thermal
can happen if the continuous power drawn from the amplifier
C
exceeds the limits listed on p. 6 and p. 7. This pin is only an
output. GND

GND GND GND

Figure 9: Thermal monitor pin interface.

Enable pin
The enable pin can enable/disable the amplifier. If the pin is left
unconnected, then the level is high (+5V) and the amplifier is
10k
enabled. If the pin is pulled low (0V) externally, the amplifier 100R
Enable
will be disabled.
The enable pin will also be pulled low by the internal protection C
circuitry if the amplifier temperature becomes too high or a
GND
mains under- voltage is detected. This pin is bidirectional.

GND GND GND

Figure 10: Enable pin interface.

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BTL Sync pin (Not used)

The BTL synchronization pin is used when the amplifier is op- Vdd
erated in BTL mode. When the amplifier is used in BTL mode, 4k7

the BTL sync pin must be pulled low (0V). By setting the BTL
sync pin low, it is ensured that the switching frequencies of the 4k7
two separate amplifier channels are tied closely together for BTL Sync
optimized THD performance.
GND 4k7
Note that with revisions from 6143619M and forwards, it is
no longer necessary to use BTL sync. This pin no longer has
GND
any function or connection to the circuitry of the 125ASX2 GND
module.

Figure 11: BTL sync pin interface

Auxiliary power supply

The auxiliary supply can be used to power an external circuit
such as a preamplifier or an equalizer/crossover. Remember
that this supply is unregulated.
When using this AUX supply, please remember to read the sec-
tions “Shielding and Grounding of Audio Signals” and “Capaci-
tive Loading of the Aux Supply” in the ICEpower125ASX2 de-
signer’s manual.

Figure 12: Auxiliary supply equivalent diagram.

NOTE:
The Vd and Vs outputs are fused. Even brief overloads or short
circuits will blow the fuse!

The fuse on the module is a 630mA type to keep the inrush-

current from blowing the fuse, but the maximum current draw
(sum of current from Vd,aux and Vc,aux) should never exceed
500mA.
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Protection Features
The ICEpower125ASX2 is equipped with several protection features for surviving overload without dam-
age. The block diagram below illustrates the different protection features.

Figure 13: Protection schematic

Power Supply Protection

The power supply of the ICEpower125ASX2 has two protection circuits; over temperature and overcurrent.

The temperature protection will be activated if the absolute temperature of the circuit is too high. This can
be caused by high ambient temperature, high load (amplifier and AUX supply) for a long time or a combi-
nation of these two parameters.

The overcurrent protection will be activated if the output current to amplifier and/or AUX exceeds the
limits. Please remember that the AUX supply is protected by a fuse which will blow if the supply is over-
loaded.

If one of these protection features is triggered, the power supply either limits its output power or shuts
down. In case of a shutdown, the power supply will rapidly try to restart if the circuit’s temperature is
acceptable.
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Amplifier Local Protection

The ICEpower125ASX2 has a local protection circuit for each of the two audio channels. This local protec-
tion handles over current protection. If this protection feature is activated on one channel, it will influence
the channel where the error occurred and then it affects the entire module.

Zobel/saturation protection is no longer needed because the amplifier cannot saturate, and it will run in
over current limit until over temperature protection occurs.

Amplifier Global Protection

There are two global protection features in the ICEpower125ASX2 amplifier; an over temperature protec-
tion and an overcurrent protection.

The over temperature protection will only occur if the PRMS is greater that the specified Continuous Output
Power. In normal use, the amplifier will not shut down if properly mounted.

The overcurrent detection circuit is a secondary self-oscillating loop which accurately measures and con-
trols the current in the output stage. Over current limitation condition will be allowed until over tempera-
ture protection occurs. The current limit is set to 18A. When one channel gets overheated the entire mod-
ule stops. Thus, it gives global protection.

Input/Output Interface
Input Stage

The single ended input buffer has an anti-aliasing filtering and a

DC blocking capacitor. The input impedance of the signal input
section is minimum 8k over the audio bandwidth, which is an
acceptable loading condition for pre-amps, active crossover out- 2u
100R C
puts etc. Vin channel 2
1 or 2
1nC
270k 47k
GND

GND GND GND GND

Figure 14: Single ended input buffer.

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BTL module setup

When using the BTL module, the wiring diagram on fig.

15 should be followed.

Note that with revisions from 6143619M and forwards, it

is no longer necessary to use BTL sync. This pin no longer
has any function or connection to the circuitry of the
125ASX2 module.

Figure 15: Wiring diagram for the BTL module

Output stage
The output stage is a half bridge topology with a 2nd or-
der filter. The essential output characteristics are:

• The switching residual on the output primarily

consists of a single frequency component at
the carrier fundamental fs.

• The system bandwidth is 110 kHz in 8 (SE)

and 100 kHz in 8 (BTL).

Figure 16: SE output filter section.

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Operational Timing Diagram

The following diagram shows selected signals during power up/down (nominal mains).

Timing for changes in mains and enable levels 1 2 3 4 5 6

1. 570ms Mains
2. 30ms
3. 200us
Enable
4. 30ms
5. Up to 2 seconds (Pout dependent)
6. 30ms OC

Overcurrent and thermal pins have the same response

Thermal
delays as the enable pin from when the over current or
thermal error is detected.
Audio
out

Figure 17: Timing – enable and mains.

Thermal Design
Thermal design is generally a great challenge in power amplifier systems. Linear amplifier designs operat-
ing in class A or AB are normally very inefficient and therefore equipped with extensive heat sinking to
keep the transistor junction temperature low. The ICEpower125ASX2 is based on highly efficient ICEpower
switching technology providing high overall efficiency characteristics at all levels of operation.

Part of the “component” philosophy of the ICEpower125ASX2 module is to provide a self-cooled compo-
nent thus eliminating the need for special attention to thermal design.

The ICEpower125ASX2 module is designed for music reproduction, which means that the output power of
the amplifier will never be continuous. Research has shown that the long-term RMS level of any music
signal does not normally exceed 1/8th of the maximum non clipped RMS value, rated output power and
the power supply is therefore designed for large short-term power handling and lower continuous power
handling. If the average output power of the ICEpower125ASX2 exceeds 65W @ 4 (SE-mode with both
channels driven) or 70W @ 4 (BTL-mode) for a long time at 25°C ambient temperature, the module will
reach its maximum allowable temperature and the temperature protection will be activated.

Further information about thermal design can be found in the ICEpower ASX designer’s manual.
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Physical Dimensions
All dimensions are in mm.

Figure 18: Physical dimensions in mm.

Important! A minimum clearance of 12 mm. around the module is required for safety and ventilation rea-
sons.
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Figure 19: 3D-view of the ICEpower125ASX2 board.

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Drill Pattern
All dimensions are in mm. The diameter of the mounting holes is 3.5 mm and max. height above the PCB
is 31 mm.

Figure 20: PCB drill pattern.

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Safety Standards
The ICEpower125ASX2 is safety approved by CSA to ease the design-in procedure. The module complies
with the following standards:

EN/IEC 62368-1:2018 (Second edition) & Audio/video, information and commu-

EN/IEC 62368-1:2020 (Third edition) nication technology equipment - Part
1: Safety requirements
UL 62368-1, 3rd Ed & Audio/video, information and commu-
CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 62368-1:19, 3rd Ed nication technology equipment - Part
1: Safety requirements

EMC
• EN 55032: Note 1

Note1: Depends on cable routing on the mains/amplifier outputs and load characteristics. Connecting
safety ground to the mains side/ Additional filtering may be needed.

Safety Class

Class 2 (without earth)

ESD Warning
ICEpower products are manufactured according to the following ESD precautions:

• IEC 61340-5-1: Protection of electronic devices from electrostatic phenomena. General Require-
ments.

• IEC 61340-5-2: Protection of electronic devices from electrostatic phenomena. User Guide.

• ANSI/ESD-S20.20-1999: Protection of Electrical and Electronic Parts, Assemblies and Equipment.

Further handling of the products should comply with the same standards.

The general warranty policy of ICEpower a/s does not cover ESD damaged products due to improper han-
dling.
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Packaging and Storing

Dimensions and weight

Package Quantity Dimensions (w x d x h) [mm] Gross Weight [kg]

Carton 36 400 x 580 x 220 16.5 (kg)
Pallet 864 800 x 1200 x 1410 420 (kg)

ESD safe cardboard is used for wrapping.

Order Codes Description Part Number

ICEpower125ASX2 2x125W or 1x500W ICEpower Am- 8002661
plifier with integrated ICEpower
Supply

Storage humidity
Do not expose the pallets to humidity levels higher than 85% or rain.

Storage temperature
The pallets are to be stored at temperatures from 0°C to 70°C.

Stacking
Pallets may not be stacked on top of each other.
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Contact
For additional information about the ICEpower® technology from ICEpower a/s, visit our web site or con-
tact us.

ICEpower a/s
Vandtårnsvej 62A. 3rd floor B
DK-2860 Søborg
Denmark

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