Dayton Audio - DATS V3

Quick Overview

Dayton Audio has taken the most complete and easy-to-use audio test system and improved it in almost every way when creating the DATS V3 Computer Based Audio Component Test System. With improvements to the accuracy, capability, and reliability of the DATS V2, the DATS V3 sets a new standard for quick and accurate audio component measurements.

Product Highlights

• Rugged aluminum housing with detachable test leads and built-in precision calibration resistor
• Tighter tolerances on internal components for more precise measurements
• Increased output capability means greater separation from the noise floor, resulting in more accurate measurements
• DATS Linearity Test for comparing parameters and impedance plots at multiple drive levels
• Optional under desk mounting brackets included to save desk space
• Only 1" H x 2-1/2" W x 4-1/8" D for easy portability

Software 

DATS V3 software is the true power of DATS. The included software not only measures impedance and parameters of speaker drivers with incredible accuracy, but the addition of the DATS Linearity Test gives you the ability to observe changes in parameters with differing drive levels. The Linearity Test automatically performs multiple sweeps of the driver at increasing (or decreasing) levels while saving each test result to memory making it easy to recall and compare the results. As always, the DATS V3 still has the capability to measure the true value of inductors, capacitors, and resistors, and it also works as a signal generator and scope to let you monitor small electrical signals (line-level only). Even more updates are planned to further set DATS V3 apart from the competition.

DATS V3 provides the following unique advantages:

• Rugged aluminum housing with detachable test leads and built-in precision calibration resistor
• Tighter tolerances on internal components for more precise measurements
• Linearity test allows you to easily observe shifting parameters with different drive levels
•Increased output capability for greater separation from the noise floor for more accurate measurements
•Optional under desk mounting brackets to save desk space
•Ultra-linear impedance response measurement for loudspeaker drivers and complete systems
•Accurate measurement of loudspeaker electromechanical parameters (Fs, Qts, Vas, and many more)
•Measurement of advanced Wright Model parameters (Kr, Xr, Ki, Xi) for precision simulations
•Precise, high-resolution impedance response measurements with 30,000 data points (1 Hz to 20,000 Hz)
•Save and compare up to 20 impedance graphs simultaneously within one test file
•Integrated quality control feature set provides pass/fail parameter measurement (QC Pack)
•Sensitive rub and buzz detection functionality reveals hidden flaws in individual drivers (QC Pack)
•Software signal generator with selectable waveform, frequency, and amplitude
•Generates sine, square, triangle, saw tooth, impulse, pink noise, and log sweeps
•Oscilloscope software mode with dual traces, plus adjustable time and amplitude scales
•Oscilloscope and generator modes are compatible with other audio interfaces
•Quality test interface hardware assembled using precision SMT components and automation
•High-quality alligator clip leads minimize contact resistance for improved consistency
•Includes method for calculating Vas from specified Mmd
•Faster-than-ever hardware startup time virtually eliminates warm-up/cool-down

DATS V3 Software Features

Impedance Measurements

T/S Parameter Measurement

Quickly and accurately measure a drivers T/S parameters. Just attach the test leads directly to a drivers terminals and click "Measure Free-Air Parameters" and the impedance magnitude will be displayed on the graph along with the measured Re, Fs, Qts, Qes, Qms, and Le. Next add mass to the cone or mount the driver in a suitable test box and click "Measure V(as)" to derive the mechanical parameters such as Vas and Mms.

Enclosure Tuning Verification

Once your driver is mounted in an enclosure DATS V3 makes it easy to verify your systems overall tuning for vented enclosures or Q for sealed enclosures by using the "Measure Free Air Parameters" button. The system will run a quick sweep and plot the impedance magnitude making it easy to verify the actual tuning of your system.

Verify Crossover Wiring and Performance

Once your speaker system is complete, you can run an "Impedance Sweep" to plot the overall system impedance. A quick comparison of the measured impedance to your modeled impedance makes it easy to ensure that your crossover is wired correctly and performing as intended.

Precision LCR Meter

Inductor Measurement

Measure a both the inductance and DC resistance of a coil with just one click. The DATS V3 is accurate from 0.05 mH up to 100 mH.

Capacitor Measurement

As a capacitance meter DATS V3 is in a league of its own. In seconds, it will measure all of a capacitors electrical characteristics including capacitance, equivalent series resistance, Q, and even loss angle. DATS V3 is capable of accurately measure capacitance from 0.002 uF to 10,000 uF.

Resistor Measurement

Naturally, DATS V3 is also perfect for measuring resistance. As a unique feature, it will also plot the impedance of a resistor allowing you to see just how non-inductive your resistors really are. Resistance measurements are accurate from 0.002ohms up to 10,000ohms.

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