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March 23, 2012 • Alcorn McBride ProTraXX User’s Manual • Rev 1.4
Welcome!
Thank you for purchasing The Alcorn McBride ProTraXX™. The
ProTraXX replaces CD and solid state audio players in permanent audio
playback installations, providing hours of high-quality, maintenance-free
digital audio.
The ProTraXX lets you play sixteen independent mono tracks from a single,
economical rack-mount unit. It’s perfect for museums, interactive displays,
and background music or effects. Each track can be individually triggered by
a number of methods. Discrete inputs – contact closure or voltage – allow
direct connection to proximity sensors or switches. The ProTraXX can also
be controlled using Ethernet, RS-232 serial, or USB. It can even be
programmed to play on a scheduled-basis using its built-in Real Time Clock
or execute a pre-programmed sequence of playback operations using a
playlist.
ProTraXX offers the latest in Digital Audio Repeater technology, combining
MP3 audio with Compact Flash for a rugged, reliable, maintenance-free
solution to your playback needs. Access time is nearly instantaneous! All
sixteen tracks are completely independent, and offer superb audio quality.
Features
The ProTraXX offers a wide range of features including:
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16 Independent Mono Audio Channels
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Hours of High-quality MP3 Audio
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Compact Flash Media Included
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Individually Configurable Voltage or Contact Closure Control
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Ethernet or RS-232 Control
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Ethernet File Transfer
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Scheduled Playback using built-in clock
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Playlists for automated operation
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“Boot-and-Loop” playback capability
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GPS Time Sync
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Microphone and Stereo Line Input