DA 6A – Six Output Stereo Audio Distribution Amplifier
Key Features
- Selectable 0 dB or +6 dB gain
- Rack-mountable 1U, half rack width metal enclosure
- Internal Extron Everlast™ power supply
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| Gain | Unity when internal jumpers are set to match output wiring. See the table below for other conditions. | ||
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| 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 | ||
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| 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 | ||
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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

