RDL EZ-ADA4 User manual

INSTALLATION AND
OPERATION MANUAL
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EZ-ADA4
Stereo Audio Distribution Amplifier
Model numbers:
EZ-ADA4 includes power supply with North American plug
EZ-ADA4X includes worldwide power supply (specify plug)
INSTALLATION AND
OPERATION MANUAL
RDL EZ Series products provide the highest level of value to A/V professionals and A/V users who demand professional quality.
For long-term performance, quality and value, you have made the EZ choice. EZ products are made in the USA by RDL, the
inventor of application-specific modules bringing decades of experience as the world’s leading manufacturer of high-reliability
performance products to the A/V industry. Visit the RDL website for hundreds of professional A/V products made in the USA by RDL.
RDL•659 N. 6th Street •Prescott, AZ •USA 86301 •Sales: 800-281-2683 •928-443-9391
Tech Support: 800-933-1780 •928-778-3554 •RDL Europe Sales & Support: (31) 20-6238-983
www.rdlnet.com
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One Stereo Input to Four Stereo Outputs
Unbalanced Inputs on MINI or RCA Jacks
Unbalanced Outputs on RCA Jacks
Inputs and Outputs on Rear Panel
Front-Panel LEVEL Control
Dual-LED VU Meter for Each Channel
EZ-ADA4
Stereo Audio Distribution Amplifier
TYPICAL APPLICATION
The EZ-ADA4 is a stereo audio distribution amplifier with gain adjustment and audio level metering. The input is connected
through RCA jacks or a MINI jack. A front-panel knob adjusts for high or low input levels. Left and right channel LED VU metering
facilitates proper level adjustment. Four stereo outputs are provided on RCA jacks. The EZ-ADA4 is used in stores, houses of
worship, restaurants, clubs, security systems and commercial A/V systems.
MP3 Player
Power Amp
Power Amp
Headphones
Headphone Amp
EZ-ADA4
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POWER CONNECTION FIXED MOUNTING RUBBER FEET ATTACHMENT
Insert Power Plug
Bottom View
of chassis
Recess
Screw
directly to flat
surface without
installing rubber feet.
Rotate 1/4-turn
clockwise to lock
Rotate 1/4-turn
counter-clockwise
to unlock Peel backing and stick the 4 rubber
feet to chassis in recesses provided.
24 VDC POWER INPUT
Insert plug from power
supply. Rotate 1/4 turn
clockwise to lock.
LINE INPUTS
Connect an unbalanced stereo
source to the left and right LINE
IN RCA jacks or to the stereo
MINI jack.
LINE OUTPUTS
Connect LINE OUT 1, 2, 3 and/or 4 to
equipment with an unbalanced stereo
input. It is not necessary to use all
the outputs or to use both channels
(L and R) of any output.
LEVEL CONTROL
Adjust the LEVEL control for proper
audio level on the VU meters.
OUTPUT LEVEL VU METERS
LEFT and RIGHT LED VU meters monitor the unbalanced
outputs for proper -10 dBV level. With audio present, the
variable intensity green LED should be as bright as possible
with the red LED flashing occasionally. (The red LED
flashes when the front-panel output level exceeds -10 dBV.)
POWER INDICATOR
Glows blue when the
product is connected to a
valid power source.
POWER CONNECTION FIXED MOUNTING RUBBER FEET ATTACHMENT
Insert Power Plug
Bottom View
of chassis
Recess
Screw
directly to flat
surface without
installing rubber feet.
Rotate 1/4-turn
clockwise to lock.
Rotate 1/4-turn
counter-clockwise
to unlock. Peel backing and stick the 4 rubber
feet to chassis in recesses provided.

EZ-RA6
EZ-CC6
SELECTED MOUNTING ACCESSORIES
TYPICAL PERFORMANCE
Rack Adapter for 6 Increments of 1/6 Rack Width
Component Chassis for 6 Increments of 1/6 Rack Width
EZ-UCB2
Under-Counter Brackets 1/6 or 1/3 Rack Width
Use In Place of Filler Panel
Holds Adapters and Cables
Mounts in EZ-CC6 and EZ-RA6
Complete accessory listing available at: rdlez.com
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Inputs (2): Stereo on dual RCA jacks or stereo mini jack, > 10 kΩ, -10 dBV nominal, +22 dBV max.
Level control: Off to 12 dB gain above nominal
Outputs (4): Stereo on dual RCA jacks, -10 dBV nominal, +16 dBV max.
Frequency Response: 10 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.01 dB)
THD+N: < 0.03%;
Crosstalk: < -80 dB (1 kHz)
Metering: Dual-LED VU Meter for Left and Right, calibrated to -10 dBV output
Noise: <-85 dB (below -10 dBV output)
24 Vdc power supply current: 20 mA (idle), 60 mA (max.)
Power supply input voltage: 100 to 240 VAC
Warranty: 3 Years; contact RDL technical support department for assistance
Case dimensions: 5.75” (14.6 cm)W x 3” (7.6 cm)D
Mounting size: 1/3 rack width
891-1600
EZ-DC2
EZ-SMB2
TYPICAL PERFORMANCE
Desktop Chassis 1/3 Rack Width
EZ-UCB2
Under-Counter Brackets 1/6 or 1/3 Rack Width
Surface Mount Bezel for 1/3 Rack Width Products
EZ-SD2
Storage Drawer 1/3 Rack Width
Copyright © 2009 Radio Design Labs, Inc. RDL, Radio Design Labs and the RDL logo are registered trademarks of Radio Design Labs, Inc. Data reflects product at publication time, subject to change without notice. “Made in USA” applies to all EZ products except power supplies.