Specs:

AudioControl ACP-BIJOU-3100 | Bijou Series Three-Channel Integrated Amplifier with Line-level Subwoofer Output

INPUTS

• eARC Inputs: 1 Audio-Only HDMI Input
  
• Digital Inputs: 1 Optical TOSLINK, 1 Coax S/PDIF
  
• Analog Inputs: Stereo L/R RCA single-ended
  
• Analog Input Impedance: 47 kOhms
  
• Analog Input Sensitivity: 2 Vrms
  
  OUTPUTS
  
• Preamp Outputs: 2 RCA single-ended
  
• Sub Output: 1 RCA single-ended
  
• Speaker Level Outputs: 3 outputs, 6-pin Euroblock connector
  
• Power Output:
  
  100 W at 8 ohms
  200 W at 4 ohms
  All Channels Driven
  
  
  AUDIO
  
• Minimum Speaker Load: 4 ohms
  
• Frequency Range: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
  
• Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.15%
  
• DAC: 48 kHZ/24-bit
  
  POWER
  
• Input Voltage: 110 - 240 VAC
  
  POWER CONSUMPTION
  
• Standby: 3 W
  
• Typical loud listening (¹/8th power): 125 W
  
• Maximum: 700 W
  
  BTU/hr
  
• Standby: 10 BTU/hr
  
• Typical loud listening (¹/8th power): 340 BTU/hr
  
• Maximum: 2046 BTU/hr
  
  DIMENSIONS
  
• Height: 1.7 in (43.9 mm)
  
• Width: 8.3 in (211.3 mm)
  
• Depth: 11.9 in (302.2 mm)
  
• Weight: 6 lbs. (2.7 kg)
  
• Rack Space: 0.5 RU
  
  

Features:

Next-generation GaN Semiconductor Amplification Technology
Bijou 3100D’s Class-D GaN amplification runs cool to the touch, enabling installation otherwise limited by traditional amplifier designs. GaN-based amplifier topologies achieve power conversion efficiencies in the 95% to 99% range, allowing higher output power in a more compact chassis size.

Compact Size
GaN implementation requires less circuit board real estate and no ancillary device components to govern thermal convection, resulting in cool-running smaller chassis dimensions with more placement options.

HDMI eARC Input
Video soundtracks from connected devices or internal streaming services feature immersive codecs like Dolby Atmos, or DTS surround audio. A unique eARC implementation for the Bijou Series enables GUI-assignable downmixing at the RCA outputs, enabling wireless headphone interfaces or Bluetooth adapters to provide private playback options. At the same time, original surround decoding continues at the powered speaker and subwoofer outputs.

Web Configurable and IP-, IR-Controllable
AudioControl provides a programmer-friendly API to integrate the Bijou 3100D into any popular automation ecosystem. Setup configuration is intuitive and fast via the web interface. An included remote enables stand-alone IR control.

Overview:

Bijou Series Three-Channel Integrated Amplifier with Line-level Subwoofer Output

Bijou 3100 is a compact, 3.1-channel, high-powered integrated amplifier for professional installations, delivering 100W per channel at 8 ohms. Featuring eARC decoding and GaN technology, it ensures the highest-quality audio and supports Dolby Atmos and DTS surround. Versatile connectivity options and IP control let installers deliver exceptional AV experiences in residential and light commercial settings.

The Bijou 3100 is comfortable as the centerpiece in a local, stand-alone three-source system comprising, for example, an eARC-capable video display, an analog onboard phono preamp-equipped turntable, and a digital source such as a streaming music player. Digital conversion is accomplished by a high-quality internal 384 kHz/ 32-bit DAC with a 106 dB signal-to-noise ratio and a remarkable Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (THD+N) rating of 0.0025%. Add a pair of loudspeakers, a center channel, and a powered subwoofer for an easy-to-operate, ultra-dynamic music or video audio playback system. The RCA single-ended outputs are GUI-configurable and can be assigned to playback downmixed eARC audio while the powered outputs continue reproducing the original surround format. This is perfect for private listening through a wireless headphone interface, a Bluetooth adapter, or even multizone house-wide distribution.

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