Sound Devices MixPre-3 User Manual page 21

Power
The MixPre-3 may be powered from
its USB-C port, AA batteries or Sony
L-Series batteries.
The MixPre-3 comes with a sled that
houses four AA batteries, but other
sleds that house eight AA or two
L-mount Lithium-Ion batteries are
available as optional accessories. An
external, plug-in power supply unit
(PSU), called MX-CHARGE, is another
optional accessory. It provides power to
the MixPre-3 via the USB-C connection.
Powering the MixPre-3
The touch screen displays a battery icon that indicates the current power
source's remaining power.
Normal Voltage
(Green)
To ensure proper calibration of the battery icon, based on the powering source
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being used, see
To turn on the MixPre-3:
Flip the Power switch to the ON position.
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The Power Light illuminates the Sound Devices logo on the front
panel. The Sound Devices splash screen appears briefly before
the main HOME screen is displayed on the touch screen.
Using External Power
The MixPre-3 uses only one power source at a time, with external DC power via
the USB-C port taking precedence over battery power.
Warning Voltage
(Yellow)
Configuring Power Settings
Topics in this section include:
Powering the MixPre-3
Using External Power
Using Battery Power
Powering Peripherals
Configuring Power Settings
Power Consumption
Low Voltage
(Orange)
for more information.
Critical Voltage
(Red)
Power Light
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