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A-BUS Amplified Keypad Audio Systems

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A-BUS® is a revolutionary technology that makes traditional audio distribution obsolete.

Using standard CAT-5 wire, Russound’s A-BUS systems transmit power and stereo music to amplified keypads throughout your home, extending your audio system to as many rooms as you choose.

A-BUS—the simple, elegant and affordable way to bring music and system control to any room.

A-KP2

A-KP2 Amplified Keypad Module The A-KP2 is the efficient alternative to clunky old mechanical in-wall volume controls. The A-KP2 is an electronic volume control, an infrared control and high quality stereo amplifier in one simple to operate keypad.

The A-KP2, as part of the A-BUS system, seamlessly integrates with any audio system - even mini systems. Simply purchase and install the A-BUS Hub (A-H4) and an A-BUS Power Supply (A-PS) and add up to 4 A-KP2 and you get control of your music in as many as 4 rooms. A-BUS sends stereo music, infrared control and system power through an inexpensive 8-conductor CAT-5 wire from your main system location.

Features

• Power On/Off button
• Volume Up/Down buttons
• Built-in IR receiver
• IR control of volume and on/off via optional A-KP RC remote
• IR control of source components LED IR confirmation and source component status
• Individual volume adjustment for setting maximum level and L/R balance
• Line Out for connecting to external amp or powered subwoofer
• Decora® faceplate (not included)

Specifications

• Power Rating: 7.5 WRMS / Channel @ 8 Ohm
• T.H.D.: 1% @ 8 Ohm
• Input Impedance: 28k Ohm min., line input
• Power Requirements: +24VDC, 750mA
• Status Input Min. Requirement: +12VDC, 20mA
• CAT-5 Connection: 110 Punch down
• Dimensions (in-wall): 1.75W x 2.875H x 1.75D 45x73x45mm
• Weight: 6 oz. (170g)

A-VC2

A-VC2 Amplified Volume Control Module

The A-VC2 is the latest alternative to clunky, mechanical in-wall volume controls.The A-VC2 is an A-BUS amplified manual volume control.

The A-VC2, as part of the A-BUS system, seamlessly integrates with any audio system - even mini systems. A-BUS sends stereo music, infrared system control and system power through one, inexpensive 8-conductor wire to each room from your main system location.

Features

• LED indicator and source component on/off status
• Manual Smooth Volume Control
• Manual On/Off Individual adjustment for setting maximum level and L/R balance