{"product_id":"broadcast-tools-acs-8-2-plus-stereo-balanced-automation-switcher-router-115-230v-used","title":"Broadcast Tools ACS 8.2 Plus Stereo Balanced Automation Switcher Router 115\/230V [Used]","description":"\u003cfont style=\"font-family: Arial\" size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\"\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\" face=\"Arial\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#00005e\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTested\/Guaranteed • Fully Working • 115\/230V Auto Power • Excellent Cosmetic Condition • \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilence Sensor • All Connector Blocks Included • Automation Triggers  RS-232 Control • List Price $929\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"https:\/\/www.prostudioconnection.net\/2002\/C025370.PNG\" src=\"https:\/\/image.prostudioconnection.net\/2002\/C025370.PNG\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"https:\/\/www.prostudioconnection.net\/2002\/C025375.PNG\" src=\"https:\/\/image.prostudioconnection.net\/2002\/C025375.PNG\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eItem is lightly used, in excellent near-mint cosmetic condition, and has been tested to confirm that it works as it should. The power supply (115V\/230V Auto) and all connector blocks are included, as is a serial cable to connect the unit to your automation PC. No unpictured documents, cables or accessories are included. The manual may be downloaded from https:\/\/www.prostudioconnection.net\/1112\/Manual_ACS8x2Plus.pdf.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription: 8-input Audio Switcher With Integrated Triggers, AGC, Relays, and Silence Sensor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Broadcast Tools ACS 8.2 Plus provides matrix audio switching of 8 stereo inputs to 2 stereo plus 2 mono outputs. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny input assigned to output one has fading capabilities. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatrix switching allows any\/or all inputs to be assigned to any\/or all outputs. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe ACS 8.2 Plus is equipped with a front panel monitor selection switch. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis allows the user to select which stereo output the VU meters and headphone amplifier monitors. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional AGC module \u003cstrong\u003e[NOT INCLUDED] \u003c\/strong\u003emay be added to each output channel to maintain consistent levels. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe ACS 8.2 Plus may be controlled via front panel switches, contact closures, 5-volt TTL\/CMOS logic and\/or the multi-drop RS-232 serial port (an optional USB adapter is available from Broadcast Tools and not included with the item). \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation is simplified with plug-in euroblock screw terminals. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"https:\/\/www.prostudioconnection.net\/2002\/C025368.PNG\" src=\"https:\/\/image.prostudioconnection.net\/2002\/C025368.PNG\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ACS 8.2 Plus is the ideal hardware to add to most automation systems, when stations are fed by a number of different satellite network providers. The automation system can easily switch between audio inputs and\/or respond to incoming trigger closures. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eFull details may be obtained from the User Manual at\u003cbr\u003ehttps:\/\/www.prostudioconnection.net\/1112\/Manual_ACS8x2Plus.pdf\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are familiar with the Broadcast Tools SS 8.2, the ACS 8.2 Plus is it's upgraded replacement. Some of the new features are a fully digital audio signal path and the ability to fade between input channels on output 1. Trigger and relay terminals are now on de-pluggable screw terminals for easy installation. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypically, output 1 is fed direct to the Air chain, while output 2 is wired to the computer record input. This allows one satellite source to be fed to Air, while another is recorded in the background. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"https:\/\/www.prostudioconnection.net\/2002\/C025371.PNG\" src=\"https:\/\/image.prostudioconnection.net\/2002\/C025371.PNG\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn internal stereo silence sensor with front panel LED indicators and relay with adjustable threshold and duration can be used to monitor the incoming satellite feed and trigger Simian to provide a backup service in case of failure. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach input has a variable level control, so that the volume from all networks can be matched, a task made easier with the front panel LED VU Meters. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's also a Stereo headphone amplifier with front panel output selection switch, headphone jack and level control. Outputs are also provided for a Stereo powered speaker output with front panel level control \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ACS 8.2 Plus has enough incoming triggers to respond to satellite network feeds as well as EAS alarms and mixing console remote starts. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"https:\/\/www.prostudioconnection.net\/2002\/C025372.PNG\" src=\"https:\/\/image.prostudioconnection.net\/2002\/C025372.PNG\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue matrix switching, any or all inputs may be assigned to any or all outputs. Any input assigned to output one may be faded up, down or dimmed from either the front panel, contact closures, 5-volt TTL\/CMOS logic or the multi-drop RS-232 serial port. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic functions via microprocessor and non-volatile memory. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal stereo silence sensors monitor both output channels. Each is equipped with front panel \"SS\" LED indicators; separate SPDT alarm relays, adjustable alarm delay and restore duration. Sensitivity is factory set at -34db. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront panel input selection switches are provided for each input channel with separate output indicator LED's. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower-up selection of inputs to outputs, mute or last source selected. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVU meters with front panel output selection switch. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStereo headphone amplifier with front panel output selection switch, 1\/4 \u003cbr\u003eheadphone jack and level control. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMost configuration options via rear panel dipswitches. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16 input GPI port (PIP) with LED indicator. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 open collector channel status outputs or programmable via burst commands. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 SPDT relay outputs with multiplex function on output two. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProgrammable via serial burst commands. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-turn input and output level controls. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectronically balanced stereo inputs. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectronically balanced stereo and monaural outputs. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow noise and distortion circuitry. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote control of front panel functions and status. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultidrop RS-232 serial port with data activity LED. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple units may be cascaded to expand inputs. \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1-RU chassis. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"https:\/\/www.prostudioconnection.net\/2002\/C025373.PNG\" src=\"https:\/\/image.prostudioconnection.net\/2002\/C025373.PNG\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput Levels: Max + 27dBu, balanced, bridging. \u0026gt; 20k ohms \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput Levels: \n\u003ctable cellspacing=\"20\" border=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStereo balanced outputs 1 \u0026amp; 2, +24 dBm. @ 600 ohms\/+27 dbu @ 10K ohms \u003cbr\u003eMonaural balanced outputs 1 \u0026amp; 2, +24 dBm. @ 600 ohms\/+27dbu @ 10K ohms \u003cbr\u003eHeadphone output, +4 dBm @ 47 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGain: 6dB \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency Response: 20 to 20 kHz; +\/- .0.25dB \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal\/Noise Ratio: \u0026gt;85 dB nominal, weighted 20 to 22Khz, @ +27dBu \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistortion: Less than 0.01% THD @ +27dBu \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIMD (250\/7kHz): Less than 0.01% IMD @ +27 dBu \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrosstalk: -80 dB @ 1khz \/ -55 dB @ 10 kHz from adjacent off channel \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix Input: Unbalanced summing inputs @ 10k ohms, 0 dBu \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitching Method: Digitally controlled professional level analog switch arrays and DACs \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic: Microprocessor \/ Non-volatile memory \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"https:\/\/www.prostudioconnection.net\/2002\/C025374.PNG\" src=\"https:\/\/image.prostudioconnection.net\/2002\/C025374.PNG\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperation Control: \n\u003ctable cellspacing=\"20\" border=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront Panel - Momentary switches \u003cbr\u003eRemote Momentary (\u0026gt; 100ms) compatible with 5 volts \u003cbr\u003eCMOS\/TTL logic, open collector or contact closures to ground \u003cbr\u003eRS-232 - Multi-drop RS-232, 2400, 9600, 19200, 38400 8N1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStatus\/Control: \n\u003ctable cellspacing=\"20\" border=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront Panel - LED indicators \u003cbr\u003eControl 8 - SPDT Relays \/ Silence Sensors - 2 SPDT (1 Amp) \u003cbr\u003eRemote 8 - Open collector outputs 5-6 vdc @ 500ma total \u003cbr\u003eRS-232 - Multi-drop RS-232, 2400, 9600, 19200, 38400 8N1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterfacing \n\u003ctable cellspacing=\"20\" border=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudio \u0026amp; Remote Control - Rear panel depluggable screw terminals \u003cbr\u003eAccommodates 16-28 AWG wire. 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