MSX12 Owner's Manual v 1.0 CE ©2010 ARX®
MSX12 Owner's Manual v 1.0 CE ©2010 ARX®
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Introduction
Thank you for choosing this MSX12 Transformer isolated Microphone/Line Splitter. As with all
ARX equipment, it has undergone extensive factory calibration and ‘burn in’ before shipping.
To ensure continued trouble free use, please familiarise yourself with the contents of this
manual before using the MSX12.
About the MSX12
The ARX MSX12 Transformer isolated Microphone/Line Splitter has been developed to deliver
the performance required by the increasing complexity of today’s standards of audio produc-
tion.
The MSX12 is a totally passive device requiring no power, and consists of Sixteen channels of
transformer isolated ultra low noise Microphone/Line Splitter. Each of these channels has a
direct looped Main/FOH feed, as well as a transformer isolated Monitor split on the front panel.
On the rear panel is an Auxiliary transformer isolated split ideal for use with a remote record-
ing truck or TV feed.
Marker panels on the front and rear provide a space where individual channel connections can
be noted.
The all-steel chassis of the MSX12 provides strong interference resistant shielding. Internally,
state-of-the-art audio transformers deliver superb audio quality and total galvanic isolation.
The MXS12 is the easy answer to multi channel signal splitting and isolating requirements.
Connecting the MSX12
The original signal from the microphone is connected into the Input connector on the front panel
of the chosen channel. From there it can go any or all of the following:
1:
To
the main Front of House console out of the Main connector on the front p
anel
2:
To
the Monitor console (or a second Main console) out of the Monitor connector on the front
panel
3:
To
the rear panel split, for connection to remote trucks, OB vans, recording feeds, press
feeds, etc. The Monitor and
Auxiliary feeds are fitted with isolating transformers for complete
signal and galvanic isolation.
The Input connector is hard wired to the Main output connector, so that Phantom power can be
passed through to condenser microphones, DI boxes, and similar items.
Naturally, normal care should be observed when making Phantom powered connections. To
avoid the risk of sudden large noises when plugging in, the console and system levels should
be pulled down.
There is no power to switch on or settings to adjust. The MSX12 is a true Plug and Play device;
simply make the correct connections and it will work.
It really is as straightforward as that!