BeachTek DXA-MICRO PRO+ Manual de usuario
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
Thank You for Purchasing a BeachTek Product
Congratulations on purchasing the DXA-MICRO PRO+ from the makers
of the world’s most popular audio adapters for DSLR cameras and
camcorders. This adapter is packed with features to enable you to
record professional audio directly to your camera.
Before using this high quality device, please read this guide
thoroughly to obtain the highest performance.
Please contact us if you have any problems or questions.
Description
The BeachTek DXA-MICRO PRO+ allows you to capture pro audio from
external microphones and other audio gear to any DSLR camera or
camcorder that has a built-in mic jack. Its small size makes it ideal for
today’s compact cameras.
The BeachTek DXA-MICRO PRO+ is the 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, wide bandwidth
preamplifiers for superb audio. This allows you to record high quality
audio directly to the camera which will always be in sync with the video.
Direct audio recording eliminates the need to have a separate audio
recording device and syncing the audio in post editing.
The DXA-MICRO PRO+ is very easy to set up and use. It allows you to
connect virtually any two microphones at the same time including
camera mounted mics such as the popular Rode VideoMics, wireless
systems, and professional hand held and condenser boom microphones.
The adapter mounts securely to the tripod attachment on bottom of the
camera or to the hot shoe above the camera. Also included is a
removeable cheese plate for added versatility.
Warnings
Ensure that the VOLUME control is set low to avoid excessively loud
audio from damaging your hearing.
Always do a test recording and play back the audio to ensure 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 may cause damage to
both the adapter and connecting device.
Turn off power to adapter before plugging or unplugging any
microphones or equipment to or from the adapter.
Contents
Supplied Accessories…………………………………………………...
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Quick Setup Guide………………………………………………….......
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Adapter Controls and Connectors……………………………………..
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Power and Charging Status……………………………………………
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Setup Guide……………………………………………………………...
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Basic Operation……………………………………………………........
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Playback Monitoring…………………………………………………….
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Advanced Operation…………………………………………………….
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Features…………………………………………………………………..
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Specifications…………………………………………………………….
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Warranty Information……………………………………………………
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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
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Quick Setup Guide
1) Ensure the POWER switch is set to OFF before you begin.
2) Fully charge the battery for 4 hours or use external power.
3) Mount the DXA-MICRO PRO+ adapter to the camera.
4) Connect the supplied SC35 cable from the OUT jack on the
adapter to the MIC input jack on the camera.
5) Connect your microphones to the adapter inputs.
6) Set the GAIN switches to HI.
7) Set the MONITOR switch to REC.
8) Set the PHANTOM switch as follows:
a) OFF if phantom power is not required on the XLR input
channel
b) ON 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 on. The power LED should indicate
green.
11) Adjust the LEFT and RIGHT level controls for each channel so the
level indicators flash green when capturing audio.
12) Plug your headphones into the PHONE jack on the adapter and
adjust the VOLUME control to a comfortable level. Ensure that you
hear audio on both channels from the connected microphones.
13) See Advanced Operation on how to setup the camera gain.
14) Do a test recording and playback on the camera to ensure that the
captured audio is satisfactory.
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Adapter Connectors and Controls
Front Panel
POWER Switch
Main power switch for adapter
POWER LED
Green indicates power on and good battery condition
Yellow indicates low battery level
Red indicates critical low battery level
MONITOR Switch
REC selects headphone monitoring from either the microphones
during recording, or PLAY for playback audio from the camera
PHONE
Headphone jack 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 stereo output mode
PHANTOM Switch
Activates 48 volt phantom power for condenser microphones that
require phantom power to operate
LEFT and RIGHT Controls
Individual adjustment controls to adjust output levels on each
channel
Level Indicator LEDs
Green indicates normal input levels, Red indicates overload
Gain Switch
Selects LO for +15dB or HI for +30dB gain
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Front Control Panel
Rear Panel
MICRO USB Port
Charging and External power port
Rear Panel
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Side XLR Panel
XLR Input
Balanced XLR input to attach professional microphones or
wireless systems. This sends the signal to the Right channel
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 power
S
Stereo unbalanced 3.5mm mic input. Provides 3.5 volt plug-in
power
Side XLR Panel
Side Mini-Jack Panel
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Power and Charging Status
Charging
Use the supplied Micro USB Cable connected to a USB power source to
charge the LiPo battery in the adapter.
The Adapter should be fully charged before use to ensure maximum run
times.
The Power LED indicates power status as follows:
Charging: Flashing RED
Charged: Solid GREEN
External Power
The MICRO USB Cable can 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 number of hours of battery life after being
fully charged (no phantom).
Fully Charged Depleted
Good Low Critical
Notes
The rechargeable battery has a limited service life and should only be
replaced by the manufacturer. To prolong battery life, avoid deep
discharges and recharge when the Power LED turns yellow.
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Green
~7 hours
Yellow
~2 hours
Red
~1 hour
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