Sonifex PS-PLAY
IP to Audio Streaming Decoder
The PS-PLAY takes an IP audio stream and converts it to a number of different analogue and digital audio stereo outputs simultaneously. In addition, it can play digital audio from an external USB-hosted file. The audio stream can be those generated by the PS-SEND, MP3, G.711 and PCM, as well as those from sources such as Shoutcast, Icecast (Internet radio), VLC and from RTP servers. AAC+V2, Ogg Vorbis and WMA audio files may be played from the external USB source.
The unit can be configured with up to three sources. The sources are prioritised in number order. If one has failed, the PS-PLAY will attempt to play the next one. If all fail, an external USB drive will be used as a back-up source. Two output relay contacts can be triggered remotely over IP from a connected PS-SEND unit. It can be controlled via serial connection, TCP or UDP; remote monitoring of the unit is also possible using SNMP traps.
Similar to the PS-SEND, the front panel has LEDs for power and status, a 6.35 mm stereo headphone socket and a headphone volume control. In addition, there is a USB type A socket and a button which sets the analogue audio outputs either to be controlled by the volume control or at a fixed level. An infra-red controller is included, offering adjustment of volume and navigation through a playlist.
The rear panel has three 3-pin male XLR connectors for AES digital and the analogue left and right balanced outputs. RCA (phono) types provide left and right unbalanced analogue outputs, as well as the S/PDIF output. A Toslink connector provides the optical digital output. One of two RJ45 sockets provides the 10/100Mbit Ethernet connection, the other the GPIO interface. A 9-pin female D-Sub connector provides the RS232 serial connection for control of the unit by automation systems and firmware updates. Power is connected using an IEC inlet with adjacent fuse.
Audio outputs, analogue: +18dBu maximum, 50 ohms, balanced; +8dBu maximum, 75 ohms, unbalanced; 150mW, 32 ohms to 600 ohms, headphones. Noise: -94dB. Distortion: 0.03%. Gain range: -60dB to +18dB.
Power source: 85-264V AC, 47-63 Hz, 10W maximum. Dimensions: 220 × 137 × 43(w × d × h)mm. Weight: 0.84 kg.
| Audio Formats | Supported Protocols |
| M3U play list: | HTTP and USB |
| MP3 stream: | RTP, BRTP, HTTP, Shoutcast, Icecast. |
| MP3 file: | HTTP and USB |
| PCM/G.711 stream: | RTP and BRTP |
| AAC+: | HTTP, Shoutcast and USB. |
| WMA: | USB file only |
| Ogg Vorbis: | USB file only |
Included accessories: Power cable, manual, IR remote control.
