BeachTek DXA-SLR PURE Operating Manual Download

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DXA-SLR PURE

Passive Audio Adapter for DSLR Cameras

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

©Beachtek Inc. 2013

Operating Manual

Summary of Contents for DXA-SLR PURE

Page 1: ...SLR PURE Passive Audio Adapter for DSLR Cameras This operating manual explains the adapter function settings and how to use the adapter to record audio into the camera Beachtek Inc 2013 Operating Man...

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Page 3: ...to unamplified microphones The DXA SLR PURE uses exceptionally low noise wide bandwidth balancing transformers for pure clean audio with no electronics to get in the way This allows you to record hig...

Page 4: ...r does not have a preamplifier to increase the signal levels from the inputs the output level will only be as strong as the input level It is not designed to be connected directly with most microphone...

Page 5: ...ou Begin 1 Supplied Accessories 1 Quick Setup Guide 2 Adapter Connectors and Controls 3 Setup Guide 5 Basic Operation 7 Playback Monitoring 9 Advanced Operation 10 Features 11 Specifications 12 Warran...

Page 6: ...ing recorded 3 Some older Nikon cameras have a very sensitive microphone input and require a special 25dB padded output cable from the adapter Please contact us for details 4 Some Sony wireless mics h...

Page 7: ...ereo when using two channels When in mono mode keep the unused channel level control fully clockwise This will isolate the unused channel from the working channel so it will not cause any interference...

Page 8: ...playback audio from the camera PHONE Headphone jack to monitor the audio from adapter inputs or camera Volume Control Adjusts the headphone volume level MODE Switch Selects M for mono or S for stereo...

Page 9: ...Accepts balanced XLR or unbalanced mono phone jacks OUT Output jack for connection to the camera MONITOR IN Input jacks for connecting the AV cable to the camera Front Panel Side Panel 4 10 10 11 12 1...

Page 10: ...ed to pass the audio signal The battery is only used for the VU meter and headphone amplifier The audio will continue to be sent to the camera even if the battery goes dead or the unit is switched off...

Page 11: ...el feed from a mixer or sound board 3 Set the MONITOR Switch to REC to monitor the audio from the adapter inputs during recording 4 Set the M S switch to M for mono when using one input Set the unused...

Page 12: ...plenty of headroom for higher transient signals 3 Adjust the VOLUME control for the headphones to a comfortable listening level 4 Turn on the camera and do a test recording and then play back the aud...

Page 13: ...e it so that it is no longer a problem The most important thing to remember when recording audio is to set the audio levels correctly as explained in this manual Setting the levels too low will give y...

Page 14: ...cable is plugged into a Canon camera To view the video while monitoring the audio you will need to use an external monitor connected to the yellow RCA connector of the camera AV cable 4 Connect the re...

Page 15: ...gain to about 25 of maximum on Canon cameras or recording Level 1 on older Nikon cameras that provide 3 gain settings or 7 on newer Nikon cameras that provide 20 gain settings This setup will keep th...

Page 16: ...control 3 5mm phone jack VU Meter Easy to read level meters indicate proper signal level for each channel Level Controls Adjusts signal level output on each channel MIC LINE Switches Allows connectio...

Page 17: ...dB THD Less than 0 01 1kHz 30dBu input S N Ratio 85dB 1kHz 30dBu input Gain Unity VU meter 18 to 3dB in 3dB increments Battery Type One 9 volt alkaline or lithium battery Battery Duration 10 hours typ...

Page 18: ...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 returning t...

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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...