{"product_id":"tascam-ap-10-2-channel-announcement-sd-player-with-external-control","title":"Tascam AP-10 2-Channel Announcement SD Player with External Control","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe TASCAM AP-10 is a compact half-rack, 2-channel SD audio player with automated playback, controlled by GPIO or over a network (LAN) using Open Sound Control (OSC). This lets it work with external systems. It's ideal for announcements and audio playback in shops, amusement facilities and theme parks, factories, train stations, airports and offices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompact 2-Channel SD Audio Player\u003cbr\u003eIts 1U half-rack chassis allows flexible installation, even where space is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlexible System Integration via GPIO\u003cbr\u003eThe GPIO port connects the AP-10 to external devices such as control panels, sensors, timers and signage. Incoming signals can trigger playback automatically. Outgoing signals can switch on lighting, displays and other devices depending on playback status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemote Control via OSC\u003cbr\u003eOSC support makes it easy to build custom control screens with TouchOSC or similar apps. Playback can be controlled remotely from tablets or PCs, and linked with video and lighting equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffline Content Management\u003cbr\u003eThe free TASCAM Playlist Editor software converts audio files to AP-10-compatible formats and makes creating and editing playlists quick. For each file you can set volume, playback interval, fade-in and fade-out times, trigger delay, and repeat count and interval.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional Features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive playback modes: Direct, Single, Interval, Binary and Program.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRugged design:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA metal chassis for long-term reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA protective SD card cover that prevents accidental card removal and keeps dust out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Euroblock safety holder that prevents accidental cable disconnection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA panel lock that prevents unauthorized setting changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic background-music ducking: mixes background music from the line input with AP-10 playback. During an announcement it lowers the music automatically so messages stay clear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-mono playback: uses the left and right channels as independent outputs to play two separate programs at once, for example announcements for different areas, multilingual guidance, or background music plus announcements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeeps working if the control system fails: automatic control and manual operation work independently, so essential audio can still be played from the unit itself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower-on Play: starts playback automatically at startup, for example for start-of-day background music.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible installation: with the optional rackmount kit, the AP-10 can be rack-mounted or installed on top of or under shelves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact half-rack 2-channel SD player\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic playback via GPIO or LAN (Open Sound Control)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffline editing of playlists and event lists with TASCAM Playlist Editor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive playback modes: Direct, Single, Interval, Binary and Program\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual interrupt playback and stop from the unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-mono playback for two independent audio channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower-on Play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDucking for clearer announcements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEthernet: RJ-45, 100BASE-TX, OSC (port 5000)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGPIO: D-sub 25-pin female\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB: USB-C (USB 2.0 High Speed, mass storage)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 20 Hz–20 kHz, ±1.0 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistortion: 0.008% or less\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eS\/N ratio: 93 dB or higher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic range: 90 dB or higher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannel separation: 90 dB or higher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: dedicated AC adapter (TASCAM PS-P1220E), 4 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 214.0 × 46.5 × 181.7 mm (W × H × D, including protrusions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.2 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating temperature: 0–40 °C (32–104 °F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAP-10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAC adapter (TASCAM PS-P1220E)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSD card protector kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEuroblock plugs (×2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCable ties (×3)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTASCAM ID registration guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwner's manual: basic operation (including warranty)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tascam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68178321408237,"sku":"AP-10","price":999.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0085\/8118\/5613\/files\/wqkkojimzygwuy0rkvbp.jpg?v=1793824082","url":"https:\/\/musiccitycanada.com\/products\/tascam-ap-10-2-channel-announcement-sd-player-with-external-control","provider":"Music City Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}