ARC-10
Cost effective &
fully loaded.
The ARC-10 series of radio consoles are general purpose consoles that meet the needs for most On Air Radio & Radio Production studio applications.
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Analog Broadcast Console.
10 Channel - 2 Stereo Outputs.
Capable of great things.
Performance you can feel.
With the ARC-10 series console, you get a console that takes less time to setup, easier to maintain, and
features that match consoles that are double its price. All the power, none of the regrets.
5 Types of Channels
Microphone
▪ 2 - 4 High Performance mic channels. Perfect for a Guest/Host configuration. 2 Built-in mic inputs. Add an ARC-MIC-PRE to give you
4 mic channels.
▪ High performance mic channels, with XLR inputs.
▪ High performance mic preamps.
▪ 48 VDC phantom power.
(optional, $69)
▪ Channel 1 features a Talk button to talk to a Studio monitor.
▪ LED illuminated switches.
Stereo Line
▪ 7 Inputs, giving you enough channels to connect all of your devices.
▪ Trim pot adjustable for each channel.
▪ Unbalanced RCA
▪ 2 stereo output buses. Both balanced and unbalanced outputs.
▪ LED illuminated switches.
USB
▪ ARC-10UP model only.
▪ Play & Record in digital with Windows PC or Mac.
▪ USB sound card functionality to work with any software.
▪ Simple connect using standard USB cable.
▪ Play audio from your USB device directly onto your board.
▪ Record audio from your board using any 3rd party software.
Phone
▪ Phone channel comes standard, allowing you to connect to a phone hybrid.
▪ Audio & Logic connections available to connect to hybrid.
▪ Listen off-line to a caller using the Cue button.
▪ Talkback button enables you to talk to the caller off-air.
▪ Mix minus feed to the caller is a mix of Pgm-Aud.
▪ LED illuminated switches.
Bluetooth
▪ ARC-Blue. Using the ARC-Blue external Bluetooth box, you can wirelessly connect it to the channel 10 mix-minus bus of the ARC-10U or ARC-10UP consoles, enabling seamless connections with Bluetooth-enabled devices.
Two Models to Choose from.
The ARC-10 family of consoles comes in 2 models. They all have the same front panel operation and differ only in the types of input sources that they accommodate.
ARC-10U
▪ Unbalanced RCA Inputs. Easy connectivity.
▪ No USB channel.
▪ Stereo input channel on channel 9, in lieu of USB channel.
ARC-10UP
▪ Unbalanced RCA Inputs. Easy connectivity.
▪ USB channel on channel 9.
Reliable.
The ARC-10 is designed for reliability, boasting long-lasting performance and easy maintenance with socketed ICs. Its switches and faders are engineered to endure multi-million operations, ensuring flawless functionality in critical environments. With accessible components, skilled technicians can breeze through maintenance, while a user-friendly interface allows for easy operation.
Assets come standard.
Balanced & Unbalanced Outputs
Pgm output has both XLR balanced, & RCA unbalanced outputs. Both Pgm & Aud include mono mixdowns.
Switches
Momentary switches are 5 million operation & LED illuminated, for an extremely long life. No more need to replace switches or bulbs.
Linear Faders
Conductive plastic faders for highest possible resolution and life. Dust covers designed to protect and prolong the life of the fader.
Power Supply
The power supply is auto-sensing 110-220VAC. Certified: UL, CE, CS, CB. Perfect for use anywhere in the world.
Headphone
Headphone system with stereo amp for 8ohm (or Hi-Z) headphones. Plus Monitor and Cue systems.
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Technical Specifications
Audio Performance Specifications
Stereo Line Input
Freq Response- +(-).5dB 20-20kHz
S/N- -82dB typ, +8dBu in, +8 dBu out
THD- .01% typ, +8dBu in, +8 dBu out
CMRR- -75dB typ 1kHz
Max Input- +23dBu, balanced
Mono Mic Input
Freq Response- +(-).5dB 20-20kHz
EIN- -115dBu typ, -50dBu in, +8 dBu out
THD- .05% typ , -50dBu in, +8 dBu out
CMRR- -60dB typ 1kHz
Impedances
Mic Input- > 2000 ohms
Line Input- > 10000 ohms
Outputs- < 100 ohms
System
Max Output- +23dBu balanced
Stereo Separation- -75dB typ 1KHz
Pgm to Aud XTalk- -80dB typ 1KHz
-70dB typ 20kHz
Cue to Pgm XTalk- -90dB typ 1KHz
-75dB typ 20kHz
On Air Light Logic: 12VDC/ground logic, 50mA max
Power Supply
110vac - 220 VAC, 50-60 hz, autosensing
Certified: UL, CE, CS, CB
External inline module: 3"W x 5 3/4"L x 1 3/4"D
10 Channels. Analog Console. Affordable & Powerful.
(STANDARD WITH ALL MODELS, unless otherwise noted)
10 Channels - with 10 channels you can connect all the essentials. 6 Line In inputs allows you to connect to CD players, mp3 players and other analog sources.
Mic Channels - 2 - 4 mic channels with optional 48V phantom power. The channel Two mic can also be remoted to a separate announce booth if desired. 2 mic inputs are built-in. Add the ARC-MIC-PRE to give you two more inputs for a total of 4 mic inputs.
Real VU Meters - stylish and easy to use VU meters for Program & Audition buses.
Built Tough - professional throughout, with multi-million operation LED lighted switches and
electronic audio switching. Built for ANY environment.
Socketed IC's - one IC is surface mounted, all of the rest are socketed for ease of service.
2 Stereo output buses. Program & Audition with mono mixdowns.
(STANDARD WITH ALL MODELS, unless otherwise noted)
Active balanced - All outputs & inputs are active balanced (ARC-10BP ONLY).
Stereo or Mono - Both stereo & mono outputs for 2 output buses.
Listen - Monitor & 8 ohm Headphone output as well as built in Cue speaker talkback system with built-in amplifier.
4 types of Inputs. More options, more power.
(STANDARD WITH ALL MODELS, unless otherwise noted)
2 - 4 Mic Channel - Two mic channels are included on the ARC-10 to support a Host and Guest talk show in the main control room itself. The channel Two mic can also be remoted to a separate announce booth if desired. Add the ARC-MIC-PRE to give you 2 additional mic inputs.
Stereo Line level Channel - Channels 3-8 are stereo, line level input channels appropriate for source devices like CD players, MP3 players, network feeds, etc. The unbalanced model is ideal for studios where these sources are located locally in the studio itself.
PC-USB input Channel (ARC-10UP ONLY) - Play & Record in digital with a Windows PC or MAC, USB sound card functionality built directly into the module, record audio onto a PC or playback audio from the PC over the air, & LED illuminated swtiches.
Telephone Channel - Channel 10 is a dedicated telephone channel that easily connects to an external telephone hybrid. The caller can talk to you through the Cue system while a 'Push to Talk' button enables the Control Room mic to talk off-line to the caller. Just select the Air or Recording bus then turn the channel on. What could be easier?
Phone line system. Connect your phone hybrid for a powerful phone system.
(STANDARD WITH ALL MODELS)
Phone Channel - channel 10 is a dedicated telephone channel that easily connects to an external telephone hybrid.
Talkback Cue System - the caller can talk to you through the Cue system while a Talkback button enables the Control Room mic to talk off-line to the caller.
USB input channel. Connect to any Windows PC or MAC for play & record.
(ARC-10UP model ONLY)
Use any software - Use any automation or production software to either play or record.
Playback - play any audio from your PC onto the board and then over the air. Play YouTube clips or any audio from your PC or MAC.
Recording - record audio coming from your board onto your PC or MAC with any production software.
Easy Setup - connect with a simple USB cable.
Start & Stop Automation - with our automation system, you may start & stop the automation system.
Low Profile Design. Defining what attractive is.
(STANDARD WITH ALL MODELS)
Modern & Timeless - The ARC series has a modern low profile & sleek design that is timeless.
110 or 220VAC. Autosensing international power supply.
(STANDARD WITH ALL MODELS)
Autosensing - power supply autosenses between 110 & 220 VAC for domestic or international installations.
AND MUCH MUCH MORE
Check out our brochures for more information.
CONSOLE DIMENSIONS:
Depth - 15 inches - 381mm
Height - 6 inches - 153mm
Width - 24 inches - 610mm
SHIPPING DIMENSIONS:
BOX #1
Weight - 32 pounds - 15kg
Depth - 28 inches - 711mm
Height - 18 inches - 458mm
Width - 11 inches - 280mm
*These values may change at any time without notice.
PACKAGE CONTENT:
ARC-10 Console (ARC-10U or ARC-10UP)
Operations Manual
Power Supply (110V / 220V auto-sensing)
15-pin, sub-D, solder cup, DB15M connector
RCA audio cable.
Included with ARC-10UP only
DB9MF molded serial cable
USB Cable
3.5mm audio cable
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AoIP for Everyone.
Need audio over IP? Simple-IP is the solution. Connect any of our ARC or MARC series boards to Simple-IP to connect your boards over Ethernet. This simple and reliable solution will save you time and money.
ARC-MIC-PRE
Need additional microphone channels?
The ARC-MIC-PRE is a 2 channel mic preamp that can be directly connected to your balanced RJ45 console line inputs. This converts two of your line inputs into mic level inputs.
ARC-HP
Need additional headphone outputs?
The ARC-HP connects to your console output to give you an additional headphone output as well as logic I/O for Cough and Talkback. Need another headphone output? Daisy chain another ARC-HP to get as many outputs as needed.
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