BeachTek DXA-MICRO PRO+ Operating Manual Download

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DXA-MICRO PRO+

Compact XLR Adapter for DSLR Cameras and Camcorders

This operating manual explains the adapter function settings
and how to use the adapter to record audio into the camera.

©Beachtek Inc. 2018

Operating Manual

Summary of Contents for DXA-MICRO PRO+

Page 1: ...PRO Compact XLR Adapter for DSLR Cameras and Camcorders This operating manual explains the adapter function settings and how to use the adapter to record audio into the camera Beachtek Inc 2018 Operat...

Page 2: ...e world s first audio adapter with a built in rechargeable battery offering a 10 hour run time It can also be externally powered via the Micro USB port The DXA MICRO PRO uses exceptionally low noise w...

Page 3: ...sure it is acceptable DO NOT activate phantom power for dynamic microphones condenser microphones that do not operate on phantom power wireless receivers mixing boards or any unbalanced device as it m...

Page 4: ...ssories 1 Quick Setup Guide 2 Adapter Controls and Connectors 3 Power and Charging Status 6 Setup Guide 7 Basic Operation 9 Playback Monitoring 10 Advanced Operation 11 Features 13 Specifications 14 W...

Page 5: ...Supplied Accessories Removeable cheese plate Two 3 5mm to 3 5mm SC35 cables Micro USB cable Brass mounting foot with knurled wheel and attachment bolt Allen key 1...

Page 6: ...if the mic on the XLR input channel requires 48 volt phantom power 9 Set the M S switch to M for mono when using one channel or to S for stereo when using two channels 10 Turn the adapter PWR switch o...

Page 7: ...to monitor the audio from microphones or camera MONITOR IN Input jack for connecting the loopback audio from the camera Vol Control Adjusts the headphone volume level OUTPUT Switch Selects mono or ste...

Page 8: ...Front Control Panel Rear Panel MICRO USB Port Charging and External power port Rear Panel 4 1 2 2 2 5 4 11 3 7 6 8 10 9 12 12...

Page 9: ...Side Mini Jack Panel OUT Stereo output jack for connection to the camera L Left unbalanced 3 5mm mic input Provides 3 5 volt plug in power R Right unbalanced 3 5mm mic input Provides 3 5 volt plug in...

Page 10: ...also be used to power the adapter from an external USB battery pack It should not be powered by a USB AC adapter as that will introduce noise into the audio Power Status The Power LED indicates the nu...

Page 11: ...mounting foot to attach the adapter to a tripod 3 To mount the adapter over the camera attach the brass mounting foot to the adapter with the supplied Allen key then slide on to the hot shoe of the ca...

Page 12: ...to set the GAIN switch to LO to prevent distortion 5 Set the M S switch to M for mono when using one microphone When using two microphones you should normally set the switch to S for stereo to keep ea...

Page 13: ...gnal level until it only intermittently flashes red See How to Setup Audio Bracketing under Advanced Operations for a handy pro tip when using a single mic 3 Adjust the VOLUME control for the headphon...

Page 14: ...ty audio You should use a quality professional microphone and proper mic placement and techniques for optimum results Playback Monitoring To monitor audio from the camera during playback you will need...

Page 15: ...in settings LO MED HI Set to LO Panasonic DSLR cameras Set to 12dB Other DSLR s and camcorders Set the gain to between the lowest setting and about 25 of maximum You will have to do some test recordin...

Page 16: ...ets blown out from an overly hot signal This can be used anytime a single mono mic is being used with the adapter It is very easy to do 1 Plug the mic into any input which will be the primary channel...

Page 17: ...power for the XLR input Level Indicators Good Over level indicators Gain Switch Two gain settings to match any microphone Level Controls Adjusts output level on each channel Low Noise Preamplifiers Ex...

Page 18: ...o 85dB 1Khz 30dBu input Gain LO 15dB HI 30dB Phantom Power Regulated 48 volt power Current to 14mA direct short Plug in Power 3 5 volts on all mini jack mic inputs Battery Type Built in 3 7V 2400mAH L...

Page 19: ...oes not cover damage resulting from accident alteration misuse or abuse The device must be sent to our service center at your expense Should you require service please contact us first before returnin...

Page 20: ...Contact Information Address Beachtek Inc 480 Osprey Avenue Kelowna British Columbia Canada V1Y 5A5 Phone 778 478 9872 Email info beachtek com Website www beachtek com...