RDL DS-TPS8A, D-TPS8A Specifications

TWISTED PAIR FORMAT-A

Models D-TPS8A, DS-TPS8A, DB-TPS8A

Format-A Mini-Jack Input

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 Unbalanced -10 dBV Mini Jack Audio Input
 Rear-panel RJ45 Input for Connecting Additional -TPS8A Senders
 Left (L) Input Feeds Pair B; Right (R) Feeds Pair C
 Signal and Power Pair Pass-Through on RJ45 Jacks

The D SERIES-TPS8A is part of the group of versatile wall-mounted products from Radio Design Labs. The standard mounting case can be directly fastened in North
American electrical boxes or in RDL International wall boxes.

DB-TPS8A

DS-TPS8A

D-TPS8A

 Remote Powering through Twisted Pair Cable
 Daisy-Chain with Single-Pair Sender
 Studio-Quality Precision Active Balanced Circuitry
 Decora® Design with All Steel Panel and Rear Enclosure

APPLICATION: The D SERIES-TPS8A modules are two-pair audio sending modules compatible with RDL Format-A twisted pair

products. These modules are designed to be mounted in wall boxes, cabinets or other enclosures that allow users to connect audio
sources. The D- and DS- models mount in RDL WB-1U and WB-2U wall boxes, or in standard U.S. electrical boxes. The D-TPS8A
features a white front-panel laminate with gray lettering that matches RDL Decora©-style remote controls. The DS-TPS8A is constructed
of stainless steel to coordinate with RDL Decora-style stainless steel remote controls in commercial/industrial installations. The
DB-TPS8A features a black front-panel laminate.

The -TPS8A modules feature one 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 input signals are amplified using studio-quality preamplifiers
optimized for normal operating levels. The buffered left and right inputs are routed to output cable pairs B and C. These modules drive
only two cable pairs, therefore they accept a signal and power from one mic-level or line-level Format-A single-pair sender. One
single-pair sender may be chained with the -TPS8A. A single-pair sender must be set to feed pair A if it is connected together with
the -TPS8A.

The -TPS8A modules have a Format-A input on the rear panel. This RJ45 input receives left and right signals from preceding senders
and sums them together with the local Mini jack input. This allows multiple –TPS8A modules to be connected in series with all the Mini
jack inputs remaining active.

The -TPS8A is remotely powered through the twisted pair cable from any other module, signal distributor or RDL power inserter
connected to the same twisted pair cable. There are no illuminated indicators that could be distracting in dark locations, such as a hotel
room.

RDL FORMAT-A features superior audio performance that rivals or exceeds shielded wiring. Design simplicity, ease of installation,
unsurpassed flexibility, automatic fused power, exceptional hum rejection, low noise, and low distortion provide designers and installers
the optimum choice in economical twisted pair products.

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D- SERIES

Models D-TPS8A, DS-TPS8A, DB-TPS8A

Format-A Mini-Jack Input

Mounting
The D SERIES–TPS8A should be mounted in an RDL WB-1U wall box or equivalent. The ambient operating environment must not exceed 40 degrees C.

AUDIO

INPUT

Or

Audio Source on 3.5MM Jack

FRONT VIEW

Installation/Operation

EN55103-1 E1-E5; EN55103-2 E1-E4; EN60065

Typical Performance reflects product at publication tim e exclusive of EMC
data, if any, supplied with product. Specifications are subject to change
without notice. This product is Professional Apparatus.

INPUTOUTPUT

Connect Additional -TPS8A or

other Format-A Senders.

(Maximum of 6 total Senders.)

FORMAT A
TP CABLE

Connect FORMAT A Twisted Pair

Cable to Additional -TPS8A

Format-A Senders or a Format-A

Receiver.

FORMAT A
TP CABLE

D SERIES - TPS8A

REAR VIEW

RJ45 Standard wiring

TYPICAL PERFORMANCE

Inputs (2): 10 kΩ Unbalanced, stereo; Format-A
Input Connection: Mini jack (front panel); RJ45 (rear panel)
Input Level: -10 dBV; +10 dBV Maximum
Format-A Signal Pairs Used (2): B (Left); C (Right)
Gain: 12 dB
Output: RDL TP Format-A
Output Connection: RJ45
Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 50 kHz (+/- 0.5 dB)
THD+N: < 0.1% (20 Hz to 50 kHz); <0.01% (1 kHz)
Noise below +4 dBu: < -85 dB; < -75 dB with up to 10 -TPS8A modules connected
Crosstalk: < 85 dB (1 kHz); < 75 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
Headroom above +4 dBu: > 20 dB
Power Connection: RJ45
Power Requirement: 24 Vdc @ 30 mA
Dimensions: 1.33" (3.37 cm) D; 1.72" (4.37 cm) W; 4.11" (10.44 cm) H
Ambient Operating Environment: 0° C to 55° C

Pair A: Audio +4 dBu

Pair B: Audio +4 dBu

Pair C: Audio +4 dBu

Pair D: Power +24 Vdc

RJ45 conductor colors shown are for 568A standard. The 568B standard m ay be used if the connectors at both ends of the cable are wired identically.

Tab on bottom of connector

891-5600A

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INPUTOUTPUT

D SERIES - TPS8A

Connect FORMAT A Twisted

Pair Cable to the OUTPUT

jack of another -TPS8A or

other Format-A Sender.

(1) + White / Green
(2) – Green
(3) + White / Oran ge
(4) – Blue
(5) + White / Blue
(6) – Orange
(7) + White / Brown
(8) – Brown