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DB-PA3 3.5 Watt Audio Amplifier

  • Wall-Mounted Amplifier with 2 Inputs
  • Balanced Input on the Rear Panel
  • Mini-Jack Input on the Front Panel
  • Automatic Switching Between Inputs
  • Source Selection Using Solid-State Switching
  • Front-Panel Gain Adjustment
  • 3.5 Watt RMS Audio Amplifier into 8 Ohms
  • 6.5 Watt RMS Audio Amplifier into 4 Ohms
  • Output Drives 4 or 8 Ohm Speaker
  • Speaker Output on the Rear Panel
  • High-Efficiency Class D Operation
  • Speaker Output Connection on Detachable Terminal Block
  • Ultra-Compact All Metal Construction
  • Thermal and Short-Circuit Protection
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The D SERIES-PA3 is a high efficiency 3.5 W power amplifier with two line inputs and an amplified output to drive a 4 or 8 ohm speaker. The -PA3 features a balanced line level input that may be connected unbalanced. The gain range will accommodate standard unbalanced levels as well as professional balanced levels.

The amplifier features a stereo Mini-Jack input on the front panel. The input is designed to receive standard -10 dBV consumer level signals from sources such as a computer or personal media player. The left and right audio signals received on the Mini-Jack are summed to mono and amplified. When a source is connected, the rear-panel input is switched off. The amplified output level is controlled by a front-panel volume control.

A recessed slide switch on the side of the chassis is set during installation. This switch determines the sensitivity of the balanced rear-panel input.

Amplification is provided by a high-efficiency Class D power stage with audio filtering tailored for crisp, pleasant audio clarity. The high-efficiency Class D output stage produces negligible heat for all levels of expected voice or music modulation.

The D SERIES-PA3 is designed to be mounted in a wall box. The front panel does not include any illuminated indicators, making the -PA3 ideally suited to installation in dark rooms or areas. Wiring is connected through a rear-panel detachable terminal block. Module operation is from a 24 Vdc ground-referenced power supply.

Inputs (2):
20 kΩ balanced or unbalanced bridging
Input Level:
+4 dBu nominal (Balanced, Low input sensitivity); -15 dBV nominal (Unbalanced, High input sensitivity)
Minimum Input Level:
-18 dBu (Balanced, Max. gain); -19 dBV (Unbalanced Mini-Jack, Max. gain)
Maximum Input Level:
+22 dBu (Low input sensitivity); +4 dBu (High input sensitivity)
Gain Adjustment:
Single-turn audio taper (Front-panel)
Output Power:
3.5 W RMS (Max., into 8 ohms); 6.5 W RMS (Max., into 4 ohms)
Frequency Response:
20 Hz to 20 kHz (± 1 dB)
THD+N:
< 0.1% (@ 1 kHz, 1 W)
Noise:
< -80 dB (below 1 W RMS, balanced input); < -70 dB (below 1 W RMS, Mini-Jack input)
CMRR:
> 50 dB (50 Hz to 120 Hz)
Power Requirement:
24 Vdc @ 30 mA (Idle); 55 mA (1/8 power; normal voice or music); 225 mA (3.5 W into 8 ohms)
Ambient Operating Environment:
0° C to 40° C Maximum; 20° C Recommended
Dimensions:
Height: 4.13 in. 10.49 cm; Width: 1.7 in. 4.32 cm; Depth: 2.05 in. 5.21 cm
Package Type:
Cardboard Box
Package Dimensions:
3.625 x 4.625 x 2.125 in.
Shipping Weight:
.405 lbs.
WEEE weight:
.270 lbs.
Tariff code:
8518.40.2000

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D-SERIES

D Series products are user controls, indicators and connection plates that are compatible with Decora® style mounting. D Series modules and jacks connect directly to a variety of active RDL modules in multiple product series and are compatible with many OEM products. Products in this series may be active or passive. All D Series front panels are constructed of stainless or carbon steel for durability, shielding and static protection. Stainless steel models feature a brushed finish with direct lettering. Painted models are finished with a reverse-printed front-panel polycarbonate laminate which provides an attractive, durable finished appearance.

Connector plates offer pass-thru jacks or rear-panel solder terminals. Transformer-isolated connector modules are equipped with a shielded enclosure and a rear-panel terminal block.

Active models include remote controls to provide source selection, routing, level control, muting, source or level LED indication and more.

The depth of D Series products is sufficiently shallow to permit mounting not only in standard North American electrical boxes but also in RDL wall boxes designed to fit in narrow walls used in international installations. RDL also offers a variety of related accessories for wall mounting, surface mounting and desktop chassis mounting of D Series products, as well as matching metal trim plates.

Attractive styling, ease of installation, long-life pushbuttons, high quality connectors and worldwide mounting possibilities make D Series products a preferred long-term resource for system design solutions. D-SERIES modules are designed and manufactured in the U.S.A.

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