2 FlexPort Audio Input Modules Installation and Operation Guide
Introduction
FlexPort™ Audio Transmitters serve as remote input modules for SonaFlex™ SF-16M Matrix Amplifiers. FlexPort
transmitters are available in several different styles
. Audio signals are transmitted to an SF-16M via Cat 5e/6/7 cable up
to 500 feet and made available to specified amplified outputs, and can be shared with up to three additional SF-16M
amplifiers. Each transmitter has a convenient override button.
• Four FlexPort styles available: Stereo RCA, Digital Audio, XLR / TRS, and Balanced Audio
• Provides compatability for a mixture of consumer and pro audio sources such as computers, MP3 players, CD and DVD
players, audio streaming devices, performance microphones or paging microphones, and audio mixers
• Up to four FlexPort transmitters may be used with one SF-16M (
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• Convenient Override switch provides a simple user interface at the transmitter location
• Differential balanced line technology eliminates interference, enabling FlexPort transmitters to be located up to 500 feet
away from the SF-16M without signal degradation
• Simple connection via one Cat 5/6/7 cable; link two FlexPort transmitters on each SF-16M input
Double the FlexPort Inputs
Normally, one stereo FlexPort transmitter is connected to each of the two SF-16M FlexPort inputs; however, if mono
signals are used, two FlexPort transmitters may be daisy-chained on each of the FlexPort bus inputs, doubling the
number of possible FlexPort transmitters in one system. There are several ways to configure linked modules.
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About the SonaFlex SF-16M
The SonaFlex SF-16M is a unique blend of multi-channel amplification, flexible input options, audio matrix switching, signal
processing and open control capability. Designed and assembled in the U.S. with sound and video integrators in mind, the
SF-16M offers better sound with less complexity.
Carton Contents
• FlexPort Audio Input Transmitter (FPM-X, FPM-B, FPM-U, FPM-D)
• Screws for both surface mounting and Decora ring mounting
• Decora
®
style face plates in white, ivory, almond, and black
• User manual
Other Materials You May Need
• Cat 5/6/7 cable
• Modular RJ-45 connectors
• Audio players, microphones, audio mixers
• Patch cables (optical, RCA, 3.5mm etc.)
Basic Setup Tasks
1. Read this manual to understand FlexPort functions and behavior.
2. Plan your SF-16M system layout and use the setup utility to assign override behavior, and override priority.
3. Install the SF-16M system, including Cat 5e/6/7 wiring for FlexPort transmitters.
4. Assign FlexPort mono/stereo channels, set other dipswitches as needed.
5. Connect Cat 5 bus to FlexPort transmitters, and connect audio sources.
6. Set SF-16M volume levels (adjust gain if necessary).
7. Cycle power on FlexPort transmitters after any change of settings.
NOTE: If the SF-16M will not be used to control volume, set all SF-16M outputs to -0dB (full volume) and adjust
volume in preamplifier.
