Dancefloor AVL Solutions has installed MC² Delta DSP100 amplifiers to drive DAS Audio HQ212-95 system at CCP Arena in the Czech city of Hradec Králové.
With a capacity of almost 7000, the CPP Arena is home to top-flight ice-hockey team Mountfield HK, who have used the facility since 2013.
The arena authorities recently took the decision to upgrade its audio system to improve the experience of visitors. Its existing system was considered not to meet the high standards expected of a modern multi-use arena, so AV specialists Dancefloor AVL Solutions was engaged to design and install a replacement.
The Arena presented acoustic challenges typical of large capacity sports venues, not least the ice rink itself which acts as a large reflective surface. Steep stands and high levels of crowd noise during matches compounded the issues, so the venue required a system which could guarantee excellent intelligibility for music and spoken word, even at moments of maximum noise. The Arena also hosts a number of non-sports events which also require even coverage and consistent SPL across all sectors, avoiding dead zones, and ensuring that every spectator receives the same level of volume, quality, and energy. It was important that the solution did not interfere with sightlines or the daily operation of what is a very busy facility.
Dancefloor AVL Solutions, installed 24 x DAS Audio HQ-212.95 long-throw two-way units powered by MC2 Audio Delta DSP100 amplifiers. The loudspeakers were configured in five clusters of two units on each side of the stands with additional units at the ends and in a central position above the rink.
The MC² Delta DSP100 amplifiers can be operated using an XTA/MC² DPanel-8 remote programmable wall panel, by choosing presets for different modes such as hockey game, training, cultural event etc.