BeachTek DXA-SLR Setup Guide

DXA-SLR PRO Professional XLR Adapter for DSLR Cameras This operating manual explains the adapter function settings and how to use

Adapter Connectors and Controls Front Panel PWR Switch Main power switch for adapter PWR LED Green indicates power on and good battery condition Re

M/S Switch Selects mono or stereo output mode LIN/MIC/PH Switches Selects LIN for line level, or MIC for microphone level for each input. The PH set

Side Panel Side Panel LEFT and RIGHT XLR Inputs Two balanced XLR inputs attach to professional microphones or other audio gear such as wireless

Setup Guide Battery Installation 1) The DXA-SLR PRO operates on one 9 volt battery. We recommend that you use either an alkaline or lithium type bat

Initial Setup 1) Connect your microphones or other audio gear to the adapter via the XLR inputs. 2) Set the LIN/MIC/PH switch to: • MIC when conn

7) Set the M/S switch to M for mono when using one microphone. Set the unused channel level control fully counter-clockwise to 0 to disable it to pr

Basic Operation After following the above Initial Setup, you should be ready to start recording. 1) Turn the adapter PWR switch ON. The power LED s

Notes on Getting the Best Audio Performance The most common problem in recording professional audio on today’s DSLR cameras is the hiss generated by

Advanced Operation Using the AGC DSBL Feature This switch disables the wild swings of the Auto Gain Control in the camera. It activates an inaudible

Features Inputs • Two transformer balanced XLR connectors • Loop back for playback monitoring Outputs • Unbalanced stereo mini-plug jack for conne

Specifications Maximum Input Levels MIC level: -3 dBu LINE level: +14 dBu Output Level Nominal MIC levels Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz (

Warranty Information Limited Two Year Warranty This warranty covers any defects or malfunction in your new BeachTek adapter for two years from date o

Contact Information Address BeachTek Inc. 480 Osprey Avenue Kelowna, British Columbia Canada V1Y 5A5 Phone 778-47

Thank You for Purchasing a BeachTek Product Congratulations on purchasing the most advanced custom designed audio adapter for DSLR cameras available

Description The BeachTek DXA-SLR PRO is a two-channel, active XLR adapter with built-in preamplifiers for attaching external microphones and other au

Warnings Ensure that the VOLUME control is set low to avoid excessively loud audio damaging your hearing. Always do a test recording and play back t

Contents Before You Begin……………………………………………… 1 Supplied Accessories…………………………………………. 1Quick Setup Guide…………………………………………….. 2Adapter Connectors and

Before You Begin Supplied Accessories • 3.5mm to 3.5mm output cable • AV Cable for playback monitoring 11) These instructions refer to the use of th

Quick Setup Guide 1) Ensure the POWER switch is set to OFF before you begin. 2) Install a fresh alkaline or lithium battery in the adapter. 3) M

13) Turn the adapter PWR switch on. The power LED should indicate green. 14) Adjust the LEFT and RIGHT level controls for each channel to get an a