DACS TEST LAB The Pocket-sized Test Bench

DACS TEST LAB The Pocket-sized Test Bench

The original test-box which became the DACS Test Lab was literally home-grown – originally just the oscillator and cable tester, it was professionally built for addressing the particular tests we needed for solving the technical issues which arose during DACS Ltd installation/live sound projects. We called it our ‘anti-panic’ device. For optimizing the Test Lab we listened to other audio professionals, brainstormed more suggested features, and refined those we'd already included. This are resulting in a feature-packed but portable product which is telling you all you need to know in those situations you'd rather never happened. The SNR of useful information to interfering information is off the charts.

FEATURES

Cable Integrity - tests signal path, connections and wiring both locally and remote designed for phono, TRS jack, XLR, and Speakon (with 26dB pad). The incoming signal level is indicated by a 10 LED bar graph; the signal content is capable to be auditioned for anomalies on the built-in loudspeaker. Cable Connectors - tests for correct pin wiring either on the box or along with remote plug, automatically cycling through the connections for revealing reversals, shorts and open contacts. Signal Generation - is able to send variable level tone (70Hz, 1kHz and 4.5kHz and repeating sequence of all three) or Pink Noise to external units and loudspeakers. Power Test - the IEC mains input is capable to be used for powering the unit but doubles as a mains tester indicating the presence and voltage (110VAC and 230VAC± 10%) of a live input. Illumination - Lid light (white for detail, or red to maintain night vision) for soldering or checking connectors; front torch. Bells and whistles - None. We prefer just an easy-to-read multi-purpose led array which is capable of providing an essential engineering information in an instant. Physical - Rugged construction, nonslip base, mains or battery operation, and just the right size (L 6.6 inches, W 5.1 inches, H 2.3 inches)