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Williams Sound PPA 457 Personal PA FM Assistive Listening System (Discontinued)

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PPA 457
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PPA 457
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The Williams Sound PPA 457 Personal PA FM Assistive Listening System features three powerful microprocessors and the same high-quality audio and RF performance you’ve come to expect from Williams Sound.


Description

The Williams Sound PPA 457 Personal PA FM Assistive Listening System features three powerful microprocessors and the same high-quality audio and RF performance you’ve come to expect from Williams Sound. With an operating range of up to 1000 feet, the PPA 457 is ideal for large venues where superior coverage is essential. This complete turnkey solution includes four PPA R37 receivers, each featuring seek-button channel selection with access to 17 pre-set wide band frequencies between 72-76 MHz. The system is expandable, accommodating any number of listeners. This system complies with 2010 ADA guidelines for hearing assistance and is covered by Lifetime PLUS Limited Warranty.

The cutting-edge PPA T45 transmitter offers multiple digital audio input options, and an OLED high-resolution screen with easy-to-manage menu navigation. Features 3 powerful microprocessors and the same high-quality audio and RF performance you’ve come to expect from Williams Sound. It’s technology that takes the guesswork out of complex audio installation. Simply select among voice, music, or hearing assistance in the application preset menu, and this transmitter quickly configures itself. With a range of up to 1000 feet, the PPA T45 is ideal for large venues where superior coverage is essential.

Features

  • T45 professional transmitter
  • Up to 1000’ operating range
  • OLED display, push-button menus
  • Microprocessor controlled
  • Accommodates any number of listeners
  • Adjustable power output
  • Combo XLR, 0.25” TRS inputs
  • Meets ADAAG guidelines
  • Lifetime PLUS Limited Warranty
  • Made in the USA

Specifications

PPA T45 Transmitter
Rack Mount Standard 19” Rack, one EIA rack space high, 1/2 space wide
1–2 units can be mounted in a single rack space with optional RPK 005 (single) or RPK 006 (double) Rack Mount Kits
Power Supply Desktop Style Transformer (TFP 048)
Input: 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. IEC Line Cord
Output: 24 VDC, 0.75A, 18W. 2.5mm ID center positive barrel connector
Approvals: UL, CUL, Energy Star V listed
Power On Indicator Push On/Push Off latching power button, backlit green indicates power ON, backlight off indicates power OFF, fading from bright to dark indicates Sleep Mode*
Temperature Range Operating: +32° F to +104° F (0° C to 40° C)
Storage: -4° F to +158° F (-20° C to 70° C)
Menu Settings Audio Presets (Music, Voice, Hearing Assist, Custom), Frequency/Channel selection, Frequency/Channel mode, Audio Input Source (Microphone, Line, Phantom, Digital AES/EB, Digital S/PDIF), High Pass Filter, Low Pass Filter, Compression, RF Output Power, Screen Saver Delay, Test Tone (400 Hz), Headphone Volume, Headphone Source
Color Black/Silver with black legends on the front, white legends on the back
Dimensions (H x W x D) 1.72" (4.4 cm) x 8.45" (21.5 cm) x 8.25" (21 cm)
Weight 3.0 lbs (1.36 kg)
Operating Frequencies 72.1-75.9 MHz , 17 wideband channels (selectable)
Frequency Accuracy ± 2 ppm stability, 0-50˚ C
Deviation ± 75 kHz maximum
Pre-Emphasis 75 µsec
RF Field Strength Does not exceed 80 mV/m at 3 m
Compatible Antennas ANT 005, ANT 021, ANT 024, or ANT 025
Transmission Range Up to 1000 ft (304 m) with ANT 005 coaxial antenna mounted on rear chassis connector
RF Time-out (Sleep Mode) Menu selectable - 30 Min, 4 Hours, or Always On; timer starts when audio is below the -21dB VU level and no buttons are pressed
RF Power Menu selectable - Full, Medium, Low, Of
RF Outputs (1x) #10-32 stud connector in center of unit (pcb mounted)
(1x) F-connector on rear chassis
RF Transmit Indicator 1 Green LED, indicates RF “On Air”
Audio Processor Functions DSP based; Compression: 1:1, 1.5:1 or 2:1; High Pass and Low Pass Filter Frequency control
Frequency Response 31 – 16000 Hz, ±3 dB (“Music” Audio Preset)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio ≥74 dB Transmitted RF
Total Harmonic Distortion Less than 0.25% @ 1 kHz (RF output)
Common Mode Rejection >57 dB @ 1 kHz, Mic or Line
Audio Inputs (1x) Combination 3-pin XLR, 1/4” (TRS) jack for Mic or Line Level Analog Audio, Balanced or Unbalanced Line Level, or Microphone with Selectable Phantom Power
(1x) XLR for Digital Audio, AES3/EBU, supported sample rates 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz
(1x) RCA for Digital Audio, S/PDIF, supported sample rates 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz
Audio Input Gain Adjust In menu, adjustable to 0 to -50 dB, in 1dB steps
Phantom Power 14.4 VDC applied through 2.2 kΩ resistors to analog combo jack: Pin 2 and Pin 3 on XLR jack, or tip and ring on 1/4” TRS jack
Audio Level Indicators 10-LED array that reads -18 to +9 dB at 3 dB intervals. 7 Green, 2 Amber, and 1 red LED. Green LEDs indicate normal operating audio level peaks, Amber LEDS indicate close to overload peaks, Red LED indicates overload peaks
Input Levels (Bal or Unbal)(at Audio Input Gain = 0dB) Nominal (1st Amber LED)
Microphone: -55 dBV (1.7 mV RMS)
Line: -25 dBV (55 mV RMS)
Overload Warning (Displayed on Screen)
Microphone: -15 dBV (180 mV RMS)
Line: +16 dBV (6.3 V RMS)
Absolute Maximum Ratings**
Microphone: +20dBV (10.0 V RMS)
Line: +20 dBV (10.0 V RMS)
Headphone Output 1/4” TRS stereo jack, mono signal, 15.7 mW, maximum in 33 Ω (level adjustable in menu 0 to -40 dB in 2 dB steps)
Line Output RCA jack (black), -10 dBV (.32 VRMS); Output impedance 100 Ω
Ethernet RJ-45 on back of unit (PPA T45NET only) supports CAT5e cable lengths up to 328 feet (100 meters); 10/100 Base-T IEEE 802.3 compliant, unique MAC address
Approvals FCC, RoHS2, WEEE, Industry Canada
PPA R37 Receiver
Battery Type Two (2) AA non-rechargeable alkaline batteries (BAT 001), approx. 48 hours battery life, or
Two (2) AA rechargeable NiMH batteries (BAT 026), 1600 mAh, approx 30 hours battery life
Current Consumption Nominal 52 mA
Operating Freq 17 channels: 72.1, 72.2, 72.3, 72.4, 72.5, 72.6, 72.7, 72.8, 72.9, 74.7, 75.3, 75.4, 75.5, 75.6, 75.7, 75.8 or 75.9 MHz
FM Deviation +75 kHz
De-Emphasis 75 μS
LED Indicator Power: Bright Green. Low Battery: Flashes
Sensitivity 2 μV at 12 dB Sinad with squelch defeated
Input Overload 100 mV
Frequency Response 200 Hz to 15 kHz, ± 3 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 65 dB at 100 μV
Receiver Antenna Integral with earphone/headphone cord
Audio Output 35 mW, max. 16 ohm load
Output Connector 3.5 mm stereo phone jack, accepts either stereo or mono plug
Approvals FCC, Industrie Canada, RoHS, WEEE
Color Black
Dimensions (H x W x D) 4.1" (104 mm) x 2.85" (72 mm) x 1.38 (35 mm)
Weight 0.28 lbs (130 g) with batteries, 2.6 oz w/o batteries (73g)

In The Box

  • (1) PPA T45 Transmitter
  • (4) PPA R37 Receivers
  • (2) NKL 001 Neckloops
  • (4) EAR 013 Earphones
  • (1) ANT 025 Whip Antenna
  • (1) TFP 048 Power Supply
  • (1) WLC 004 Main Power Cord (U.S.)
  • (1) WCA 013 RCA Audio Cable, 3ft.
  • (1) IDP 008 ADA Wall Plaque
  • (4) BAT 001-2 AA Alkaline Batteries
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