Tellurium Q UB-RCA RCA Interconnect Cable
453,00 €
Tellurium Q UB-RCA is a line-level RCA cable for connecting analogue outputs and inputs on home audio equipment. It carries a line-level signal between components with compatible RCA connections. In a stereo system, connect the left and right channels according to the socket labels on the equipment. The cable is not intended for speaker terminals or digital optical connections.
The Tellurium Q UB-RCA cable is an RCA interconnect designed to carry analogue line-level audio signals between compatible components. Within the store’s range, it is the first RCA model to use the new TeCu connector.
What this cable is designed for
Use this cable to connect a line-level analogue output on an audio source to a compatible line-level analogue input on an amplifier or another audio component. Before making the connection, check the labels beside the sockets on both devices. The source should provide a LINE OUT connection, while the receiving device should have a LINE IN or AUX IN connection.
The physical shape of an RCA socket does not, by itself, identify the purpose or signal type of that connection. RCA sockets can serve different functions on different products, so their labels matter. Do not connect two outputs to each other. If the socket markings are unclear, consult the instructions supplied with the relevant equipment before connecting the cable.
Connecting a stereo system
A stereo signal consists of two separate channels: left and right. Both channels must be connected to the correspondingly marked sockets on the source and amplifier. Follow the channel labels at both ends of the connection and check them before switching the system on.
If the left and right channels are reversed, the equipment may still reproduce sound, but the positions of voices and instruments within the stereo image will also be reversed. Matching the channel markings consistently preserves the intended left-to-right presentation. A complete stereo connection therefore requires signal paths for both channels rather than a connection for only one side.
Use in a home cinema system
In a home cinema setup, the Tellurium Q UB-RCA can be used for an analogue line-level connection between components equipped with suitable RCA sockets. One example is a connection from a processor output to an input on a power amplifier, provided that both connections are intended for the corresponding analogue line-level signal.
Each individual channel needs its own signal path. The number of cables required therefore depends on how many channels are being connected and on the connection arrangement provided by the particular devices. Check the channel labels carefully and plan the connection according to the actual outputs and inputs available on the equipment.
Connection and cable placement
Switch off both audio devices before connecting or disconnecting the cable. Insert each RCA plug straight into the appropriate socket while holding the plug by its body. Avoid pulling on the cable itself, as this places unnecessary strain on the point where the cable meets the connector. The cable should also not be bent sharply close to the plug.
Route the line-level interconnect away from mains power cables and power transformers where practical. Analogue signal connections can be exposed to unwanted electromagnetic influence when they run close to power-related equipment or cabling. Sensible placement helps reduce the likelihood of that influence affecting the signal path.
If a signal cable and a power cable must cross, arrange them at as close to a right angle as the installation permits. Avoid running them closely alongside one another for an extended distance. These routing precautions do not change the cable’s intended purpose, but they provide a more suitable layout for an analogue audio connection.
Important selection limitations
This model is not a speaker cable and must not be connected to speaker terminals. It is intended for line-level RCA connections, not for carrying an amplified speaker-level signal to passive loudspeakers. Speaker outputs and passive loudspeaker terminals require a cable intended for that purpose.
The UB-RCA should also not be selected as a substitute for an optical, USB, HDMI or XLR cable. Those connection formats have different connectors and may carry signals in different ways. Choose this model only where the equipment provides the appropriate analogue line-level RCA output and input.
An RCA connector can also be used by equipment carrying a digital coaxial signal, but the familiar connector shape does not make every RCA cable a digital coaxial cable. That application requires a cable intended for the relevant purpose. The Tellurium Q UB-RCA is not designated for digital coaxial use.
Technical specifications
| Model | Tellurium Q UB-RCA |
|---|---|
| Product type | RCA interconnect cable |
| Signal type | Analogue line-level audio signal |
| Connector type | RCA |
| Purpose | Connecting line-level RCA outputs and inputs on audio equipment |
FAQ
What equipment can I connect with this cable?
Check that the source has a LINE OUT connection and that the amplifier or receiving component has a LINE IN or AUX IN connection. The sockets must be intended for a compatible analogue line-level signal. Do not connect two outputs to each other merely because both use RCA sockets.
Is the cable suitable for a stereo amplifier?
Yes, provided that the amplifier has an analogue RCA input and the source has the corresponding analogue output. Both the left and right channels are required for a complete stereo connection, and each one must be connected to the matching channel at the other end.
Can it be used in a home cinema system?
Yes, when the connections on the relevant components are compatible. It can form an analogue line-level link between suitable RCA-equipped devices. Allow a separate signal path for every channel that will be connected and follow the channel markings on the equipment.
Is the cable suitable for a turntable?
RCA sockets alone are not enough to establish compatibility with a turntable. A direct turntable signal requires a PHONO input or a separate phono preamplifier. Check the intended function of the turntable output and the receiving input rather than relying only on the connector shape.
Is this a digital coaxial cable?
No. This model is not designated as a digital coaxial cable. Although digital coaxial connections may also use RCA connectors, that does not change the stated analogue line-level purpose of this cable.
Can the cable be connected to speaker terminals?
No. It is not designed to carry an amplified signal to passive loudspeakers and does not replace a speaker cable. Use it only between compatible line-level RCA outputs and inputs.
How can I avoid reversing the channels?
Connect the identically marked left and right channel sockets on both devices. Trace both connections from the source to the receiving component and confirm the socket labels before switching on the system.
