RDL ST-VP2 Automatic Ducking Module

Radio Design Labs' ST-VP2 can be wired into any line-level input of a paging amplifier. A line-level music source may be provided from a receiver, satellite decoder, tape or CD source. A line-level voice source may be provided from a telephone paging system at line level, or from a microphone which has been preamplified up to line level (See RDL STM-1, STM-2, STM-2X, STM-3 Microphone Preamplifiers). When a page is initiated, the module automatically senses the audio at the input, turns the music down to the desired level, and automatically fades the music back up after the page is completed. The VOICE input is completely turned off by the module until the next paging signal is received. Setup is made easy by two LED indicators at the front of the module. LEDs are provided to show correct operating level for each of the two inputs.

The music input provides an AGC / Compressor which transparently produces a consistent audio level for varying music sources and protects against excessive music levels which would otherwise mask the voice signal during voice-overs.

RDL ST-VP2 Specifications:

• Inputs (2): Balanced line level (or unbalanced)
• Input Impedance: 20 kO
• Input Signal Range: -20 dBu to +18 dBu
• Output: 0 dBu balanced (into 600 O)
• Gain: Adjustable using multiturn potentiometer
• THD+N: < 0.02% (20 Hz to 20 kHz, no compression)
• Frequency Response: 25 Hz to 20 kHz (± 1 dB)
• Noise: < -70 dB
• Indicators (2): 1 LED indicating proper music level 1 LED indicating proper voice level
• AGC/Compressor: 18 dB range; 6 dB compression at normal input level
• Attack Time: 25 ms
• Release Time: 2.5 seconds
• Voice Trigger Level: 24 dB below operating level
• Music Fade Depth: Adjustable 0 dB to -25 dB, or off
• Music Recovery Delay: Adjustable 2 seconds to 4 seconds
• Ambient Operating Environment: 0°C to 55°C
• Power Requirement: GROUND-REFERENCED, 24 Vdc @ 35 mA
• Package Type: Cardboard Box
• Package Dimensions: 2" x 2" x 4"
• Shipping Weight: 0.2 lbs.
• WEEE weight: 0.145 lbs.
• Tariff code: 8518.40.2000

Note

NOTE: Radio Design Labs' PS-24AS power supply is NOT included but is required in order to power this product. Please see the "Accessories" tab or click here for more information on the PS-24AS power supply.