DAYTON AUDIO TEST SYSTEM DATS-V3

Accurate measurement of loudspeaker electromechanical parameters includes Fs, Qts, Vas, and many more. High-resolution impedance response measurements 1 Hz to 20,000 Hz. Software signal generator. Oscilloscope software mode with dual traces, time and amplitude scales.

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. From the outside, the DATS V3 has a completely updated look and feel. The extruded aluminium housing makes DATS V3 durable enough to throw into a toolbox without worrying about damage. In addition, optional mounting brackets give you the option to mount the DATS V3 under a desk or test bench to save space. No more searching for a calibration resistor, it is now integrated into the case, just clip the test leads onto the pins on the front of the housing and run the calibration. Also, the test leads have been upgraded to removable insulated banana plug test leads, giving you the ability to use your favorite test leads and easily replace damaged test leads (test leads are included). Finally, we have added a USB-B jack rather than an integrated USB cable (USB A to B cable included). This allows the cable to be quickly swapped if there is any damage, or if a different length is preferred. The improvements continue on to the inside of the DATS V3. The internals have been completely redesigned and improved to deliver better accuracy and more power. With increased output power, the DATS V3 allows you to take measurements at a higher level to minimise the possibility that noise or vibration affects results. Dayton Audio has also upgraded many of the internal components with tighter tolerances to minimise the margin of error that is caused by a component's value variance. Even the calibration resistor has been upgraded to 0.1% tolerance. 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 Linearity Test for comparing parameters and impedance plots at multiple drive levels
Accurate measurement of loudspeaker electromechanical parameters for box design
Measurement of Thiele and Small parameters (Fs, Qts, Vas, and much, much more)
Measurement of Wright Model parameters (Kr, Xr, Ki, Xi) for simulation software
Precise, high-resolution impedance response with 30,000 data points (1Hz to 20,000Hz)
Save and compare up to 20 impedance graphs simultaneously within one test file
Integrated quality control feature set provides pass/fail parameter measurement
Sensitive rub and buzz detection reveals hidden flaws in individual drivers
Software signal generator with selectable waveform, frequency, and amplitude
Oscilloscope software mode with dual traces, plus adjustable time and amplitude scales
Oscilloscope and generator modes are compatible with other audio interfaces
Generates sine, square, triangle, saw tooth, impulse, pink noise, and log sweeps
Quality test interface hardware assembled using precision SMT components and automation
High-quality alligator clip leads minimise 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
Rugged build with detachable 4mm banana test leads and built-in precision calibration
V3 has even tighter tolerances on internal components for more precise measurements
Increased output capability for greater dynamics with more accurate measurements