Extron DA 6A Six Output Stereo Audio

The Extron DA 6A is a high performance distribution amplifier for distributing stereo audio. It includes one input and six outputs on captive screw connectors for balanced/unbalanced stereo audio. Housed in a durable and compact half-rack metal enclosure, the DA 6A is designed for easy integration into both new and existing AV systems including boardrooms, training facilities, home theater, command and control center, and rental and staging environments.

Features

• Inputs: Captive screw connectors for balanced/unbalanced stereo audio
• Outputs: Captive screw connectors for balanced/unbalanced stereo audio
• Selectable 0 dB or +6 dB gain
• Rack-mountable 1U, half rack width metal enclosure
• Internal Extron Everlast™ power supply — Provides worldwide power compatibility, with high‑demonstrated reliability and low power consumption for reduced operating cost
• Extron Everlast Power Supply is covered by a 7‑year parts and labor warranty

DA 6A
Audio
Gain	Unity when internal jumpers are set to match output wiring. See the table below for other conditions.
Frequency response	20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±0.05 dB (with voltage reference @ 1 kHz)
THD + Noise	0.03% @ 1 kHz at nominal level
S/N	>90 dB, unbalanced/balanced, at maximum output (unweighted)
Stereo channel separation	>80 dB @ 1 kHz, >60 dB @ 20 kHz
CMRR	>75 dB @ 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Output cable driving distance	Up to 1000 feet with STP 22 cable
Audio input
Number/signal type	1 stereo, balanced/unbalanced
Connector	(1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 5 pole
Impedance	>18k ohms unbalanced, >24k ohms balanced, DC coupled
Nominal level	Compatible with +4 dBu (1.23 Vrms), 0 dBu (0.775 Vrms), -10 dBV (316 mVrms), -20 dBV (100 mVrms)
Maximum level	+24 dBu, (balanced) at 1%THD+N
NOTE     0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms, 0 dBV = 1 Vrms, 0 dBV ≈ 2 dBu
Audio output
Number/signal type	6 stereo, balanced/unbalanced
Connectors	(6) 3.5 mm captive screw connectors, 5 pole
Impedance	50 ohms unbalanced, 100 ohms balanced
Maximum level (Hi-Z)	>+24 dBu, balanced at 1%THD+N
Maximum level (600 ohm)	>+15 dBm, balanced at 1%THD+N
General
Power	100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 8 watts, internal
Ambient temperature/humidity	Storage: -40 to +158 °F (-40 to +70 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing Operating: +32 to +122 °F (0 to +50 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing
Mounting
Rack mount	Yes, with optional 1U deep rack shelf
Furniture mount	Yes, with optional under-desk mounting kit or through-desk mounting kit
Enclosure type	Metal
Enclosure dimensions	1.7" H x 8.7" W x 6.0" D (1U high, half rack wide) (4.3 cm H x 22.1 cm W x 15.2 cm D) (Depth excludes connectors.)
Product weight	2 lbs (0.9 kg)
Shipping weight	4 lbs (2 kg)
Vibration	ISTA 1A in carton (International Safe Transit Association)
Regulatory compliance
Safety	CE, c-UL, UL
EMI/EMC	CE, C-tick, FCC Class A, VCCI, ICES
MTBF	30,000 hours
Product warranty	3 years parts and labor
Everlast power supply warranty	7 years parts and labor
NOTE     All nominal levels are at ±10%.
NOTE     Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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