Williams Sound PPA 458 NET Personal PA FM Assistive Listening System (Discontinued)

Part # PPA 458 NET
Model # PPA 458 NET

The Williams Sound PPA 458 NET Personal PA FM Assistive Listening System features three powerful microprocessors. With an operating range of up to 1000 feet, the PPA 458NET is ideal for large venues where superior coverage is essential.

Description

Details

The Personal PA® 458 features the cutting-edge PPA T45NET transmitter, with network control, multiple digital audio input options and an OLED display with easy-to-manage menu navigation. 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 458NET is ideal for large venues where superior coverage is essential. This complete turnkey solution includes four PPA R38N receivers, each featuring an OLED display and on-screen channel selection with easy access to 17 pre-set, wideband frequencies (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.

Features

Features

  • PPA T45NET professional transmitter with network control
  • Up to 1000’ operating range
  • Transmitter is FCC Part 15 compliant
  • OLED display, push-button menus
  • Microprocessor controlled
  • Accommodates any number of listeners
  • Adjustable power output
  • Combo XLR, 1/4" TRS inputs
  • Meets ADAAG guidelines
  • Lifetime PLUS Limited Warranty (90 days on accessories)
Specification
PPA T45 NET Transmitter
Rack MountStandard 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 SupplyDesktop Style Transformer (TFP 048)
Input100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. IEC Line Cord
Output24 VDC, 750 mA, 18W 2.5 mm ID center positive barrel connector
ApprovalsUL, CUL, Energy Star V, CSA listed
Power ON IndicatorPush 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 RangeOperating: +32° F to +104° F (0° C to 40° C)
Storage: -4° F to +158° F (-20° C to 70° C)
RF Section
Operating Frequencies72.1-75.9 MHz , 17 wideband channels (selectable)
Frequency Accuracy± 2 ppm stability, 0-50˚ C
Deviation± 75 kHz maximum
Pre-Emphasis75 µsec.
RF Field StrengthDoes not exceed 80 mV/m at 3 m
Compatible AntennasANT 005, ANT 021, ANT 024, or ANT 025
Transmission RangeUp to 1000 ft (304 m) with ANT 005 coaxial antenna mounted on rear chassis connector
RF TimerMenu selectable - 30 Min, 4 Hours, or Always On. Timer starts when no audio is present
RF PowerMenu selectable - High, Medium, Low, OFF
RF Outputs(1x) #10-32 stud connector in center of unit (pcb mounted) (1x) F-connector on rear chassis
RF Transmit Indicator1 Green LED, indicates RF “ON”
Audio Section
Audio Processor FunctionsDSP. Compression: 1:1, 1.5:1 or 2:1. High Pass and Low Pass Filter Frequency control
Frequency Response31 – 16000 Hz, ±3 dB (“Music” Audio Preset)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio≥74 dB Transmitted RF
Total Harmonic DistortionLess 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 AdjustIn menu, adjustable to 0 to -50 dB, in 1dB steps
Phantom Power14.4 VDC applied through 2.2 kΩ resistors to analog combo jack: Pin 2 and Pin 3 on XLR jack, or
Phantom PowerRing on 1/4” TRS jack
Audio Level Indicators10-LED array that reads -18 to +9 dB at 3 dB intervals. 7 Green, 2 Amber, and 1 red LED
Audio Level IndicatorsGreen LEDS indicate normal operating audio level peaks, Amber LEDS indicate close to overload peaks
Audio Level IndicatorsRed 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 RatingsMicrophone: +20dBV (10.0 V RMS), Line: +20 dBV (10.0 V RMS)
Headphone Output1/4” TRS stereo jack, mono signal, 15.7 mW, maximum in 33 Ω
Line OutputRCA jack (black), -10 dBV (.32 VRMS). Output impedance 100 Ω
EthernetRJ-45 on back of unit (PPA T45NET only)
Dimensions (H x W x D)1.72" (43.69 mm) x 8.45" (214.63) x 8.25" (209.55)
Weight3.0 lbs (1.36 kg) (Transmitter)
Shipping Weight4.50 lbs (2.04 kg) (Transmitter, Power Supply, Antenna and packaging)
PPA R38NPPA FM Receiver
Battery Type(2) AA Alkaline or (2) AA NiMH Rechargeable
Battery Life(2) AA non-rechargeable alkaline batteries (BAT 001-2), approx. 50 hrs
(2) AA rechargeable NiMH batteries (BAT 026-2), 1500mAh, approx. 32 hrs
Current Consumption52mA nominal
Operating Temp. Range32° – 122°F (0° to 50°C)
Channels17 Wideband, accessed via menu
Operating Frequencies72.1, 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, 75.9 MHz
FM Deviation75 kHz
De-Emphasis75 µS
Display Screen1" OLED
Power IndicationPower button, backlit green. Good battery strength - glows solid. Low battery - flashes
Sensitivity2 µV at 12 dB Sinad with squelch defeated
Input Overload100 mV
Frequency Response200 Hz – 15 kHz, ±3dB
ModulationFM, +/- 75 kHz peak deviation
Signal-to-Noise RatioMinimum 65 dB @ 1.0V
Receive AntennaIntegral with earphone/headphone cord
Audio Output35 mW max at 16 Ω
Headphone Connector3.5 mm stereo jack, mono output for stereo or mono earphones/headphones
Supplied EarphoneStereo, earbud-type with foam cushion, 3.5 mm plug, 32 Ω
Power Save ModeEnters sleep mode after approximately 3 minutes of no RF signal
Dimensions (H x W x D)4.1" (104 mm) x 2.85" (72 mm) x 1.38" (35 mm)
Weight4.6 oz (130 g) with batteries / 2.6 oz (73 g) without batteries
EAR 013 Single Mini Earbuds
Plug3.5 mm mono
Cord Length39 inches
Impedance32 Ohms
Frequency Range20 - 20kHz
Max Input Power5mV
Sensitivity128dB @ 1kHz
Driver Size13 mm
Replacement EarpadEAR 015
Weight9 g
ANT 025 Whip Antenna
Used withT27, T35, T45
Connector TypeScrew to PCB
Cable TypeN/A
Nominal ImpedanceN/A
Length39"
WCA 013 Audio Cable
DescriptionSingle RCA - RCA audio cable
Used withT27, T35 audio input cable
Connector TypeRCA - RCA
Cable TypeTwo-conductor
ImpedanceN/A
Length3 ft
In The Box

In The Box

  • (1) PPA T45NET Transmitter
  • (4) PPA R38N Receivers
  • (2) NKL 001 Neckloops
  • (4) EAR 022 Surround 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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