Overview
The ST-VCA3 is used in applications requiring smooth audio level control from a remote control panel, potentiometer or dc voltage (0 to 10 V). Installation in series with the audio input of a power amplifier allows remote control of that amplifier's level. For installations where it is preferred to keep the audio localized in the rack, audio controls are extended outside the rack from the ST-VCA3. Many installations benefit from avoiding long-term potentiometer wear from audio running through the potentiometer. An ST-VCA3 with external dc control provides virtual immunity from scratchy audio. Audio/video system control units often provide 0 to 10 Vdc control outputs that can directly control audio levels using an ST-VCA3. The ST-VCA3 is primarily intended for line-level attenuation; a high quality utility microphone preamplifier is included in the module. If remote control of a microphone preamplifier is desired, such as a wall mounted level control for a microphone jack, the ST-VCA3 may serve as a remote controlled microphone preamplifier.
Features
- Audio Level Control from a DC Voltage
- Audio Level Remote Control
- Two Wire with Shield or Three Wire Control
- VCA with Microphone or Line Level Input
- VCA with Line-Level Output
- VCA with LED Metering of Operating Level
Specifications
| Inputs (2) | Mic: 200 ? balanced; 5 k? unbalanced Line: 30 k? bal. bridging or unbalanced |
| Input Levels (for +4 dBu output) | Mic: ?44 dBu to ?60 dBu (150 ? source) Line: -18 dBu (-20 dBV) to +4 dBu |
| Output Signal (normal rated) | +4 dBu, 150 ? balanced |
| Headroom | 18 dB |
| THD+N | Mic: < 0.05%; Line: <0.025% (unity gain); 0.025% typical at 15 dB attenuation |
| Frequency Response | Mic: 30 Hz to 20 kHz (±1 dB) Line: 10 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.1 dB) |
| Noise | Mic: < -71 dB below +4 dBu output (150 ? source; 50 dB gain) Line: <-78 dB below +4 dBu output (maximum gain) |
| CMRR | Mic: > 60 dB; Line: > 60 dB, (50 Hz to 120 Hz) |
| Control Input | 0 to 10 Vdc or 0 to 10 k? Linear |
| Attenuation Range | 0 to 90 dB (>90 dB at 0 Vdc control) |
| Ambient Operating Environment | 0° C to 55° C |
| Power Requirement | GROUND-REFERENCED, 24 Vdc @ 50 mA |
| Dimensions | Height: 0.7 in. (1.7 cm), Width: 3 in. (7.6 cm), Depth: 1.6 in. (3.9 cm) |
| Package Type | Cardboard Box |
| Package Dimensions | 2 x 2 x 4 in. |
| Shipping Weight | 0.2 lbs. |
| WEEE weight | 0.145 lbs. |
| Tariff code | 8518.40.2000 |
