The AEV OCTOPUS ST is a high-quality audio distributor designed with several features:
- Input and Output Configuration:
- One main balanced stereo input (MAIN).
- A balanced stereo Main Expander output for expanding the main MAIN signal.
- Four or eight adjustable balanced stereo outputs.
- Rack Mounting:
- Reversible rack mounting for adaptable fixing according to the assigned position inside the rack.
- Output Gain Control:
- Outputs’ gain can be varied with a potentiometer.
- LED display indicates the status of each output (Main or Sub inputs).
- OCTOPUS ST SPLIT:
- This variant includes one stereo balanced line input and five stereo balanced outputs.
- Each XLR-3 input and output is electronically balanced, and each output is individually buffered to prevent short circuits from affecting others.
- Accepts external controls (normally off or on, steady or pulse) with opto-insulated inputs, and configuration can be done with its panel.
- Equipped with an opto-insulated output control that relays the status of the internal audio switcher.
- By-pass relay ensures the passage of the main signal in case of power failure.
- Technical Details:
- Inputs:
- Electronically balanced input configuration.
- Input impedance: 10 KΩ (600 Ω wired selectable).
- Maximum input level: +10 dBm.
- Connector: XLR.
- Outputs:
- Electronically balanced output configuration.
- Output impedance: 50 Ω.
- Output level range: -6 to +6 dBu.
- Connector: XLR.
- General Details:
- Stereo separation degradation: < 1 dB.
- Distortion @ 1 KHz: < 0.01%.
- Signal-to-noise ratio: < 85 dB (CCIR).
- Power requirement: 90 – 264 V ~ 50 – 60 Hz.
- Consumption: 4 W.
- Power supply max power: 8 W.
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 48.3 x 19.4 x 4.4 cm (1 rack unit).
- Weight: 2.5 Kg (5.5 lbs).
- Operating Temperature: 0 to 50°C.
- Inputs:
These features make the AEV OCTOPUS ST and OCTOPUS ST SPLIT suitable for various professional audio distribution applications, ensuring high-quality performance and reliability.
