XTA MX24 Operator's Manual

Dsp enabled console switching system
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Essential Safety Instructions
General Safety Warnings
Comprehensive list of warnings and precautions for safe operation and installation of the MX24 unit.
MX24 Installation Guide
Unpacking and Initial Checks
Procedure for unpacking the MX24 unit and checking for any shipping damage.
Additional Symbols and Warnings
Explanation of specific symbols related to altitude and climate for apparatus usage.
Installation Guidelines
Electrical Installation
Guidelines for safe and compliant electrical connections, including wiring and power cord safety.
Mechanical Installation
Recommendations for rack mounting, ventilation, and avoiding interference for optimal performance.
MX24 Connectivity
Analogue Line Inputs and Outputs
Details on connecting analogue sources via XLR and 3.5mm jack, and output specifications.
MX24 Initial Setup and Power On
Powering On and Basic Operation
Instructions for initial setup, powering on the unit, and understanding boot-up sequences.
MX24 Basic Operation
Source Selection and Switching
Guide to connecting sources, selecting primary/backup inputs, and switching between consoles.
MX24 Front Panel Controls
Mic Input Control Functions
Details front panel controls for microphone input, gain, phantom power, filtering, and routing (controls 1-7).
Stereo Line Input Control Functions
Details front panel controls for stereo line input level, send selection, filtering, listen, and lock status (controls 8-14).
Input and Backup Source Selection
Primary and Backup Source Selection
Configuration of primary and backup sources for input sets A and B, including lock/safe and meter scaling.
Console Switching and Routing
Main Event Switching and Lock/Safe
Operation of console select switches for routing to main outputs and the lock/safe function.
MX24 Line Monitoring
Source, Channel, and Headroom Monitoring
Controls for selecting input sources, channels, and monitoring headroom levels using the meter.
Headphone Level and Output Metering
Functions for headphone level control, socket usage, PSU status, and output metering modes.
Rear Panel Connections MX24-D
MX24-D Rear Panel Connectors
Description of rear panel connectors for the MX24-D model, including mains, AES, analogue, and network ports.
Rear Panel Connections MX24-A
MX24-A Rear Panel Connectors
Description of rear panel connectors for the MX24-A model, including mains, AES, analogue, and network ports.
MX24 Configurations and Routing
Overview of Audio Routing
Explanation of the MX24's audio routing architecture, input sets, and output bus availability.
Failover and Redundancy Operation
Failover Priorities and Operation
How the MX24 handles redundancy and failover between analogue, AES, and Dante sources.
Redundancy Operation Modes
With and/or Without Redundancy Settings
Configuring primary/backup sources and operation modes for redundancy.
Source Change Triggers and Restoration
Conditions that trigger source changes and how sources are reselected upon restoration.
Operation Without Redundancy
Non-Redundant Operation and Source Switching
Methods for operating the unit without redundancy and switching between multiple signal types.
MX24 Headroom Monitoring
Monitoring Incoming Levels and Peaks
How the MX24 monitors incoming levels, alerts to headroom issues, and uses the meter display.
GPI Configuration for Voice Evac Systems
Configuring the GPI Port
Steps to connect the MX24 to the network and use the utility app for GPI port configuration.
GPI Port Connection Details
Trigger Connections and Operation
Details on connecting isolated and non-isolated triggers to the GPI port and their functional outcomes.
MX24 Maintenance and Warranty
Unit Maintenance and Cleaning
Guidelines for cleaning the unit's casework and information on the backup battery.
Product Warranty Information
Details on the MX24 warranty period, exclusions, and contact information for service.
MX24 Performance Specifications
Audio and System Specifications
Technical specifications for audio performance, power, dimensions, and weight of the MX24.
Appendix I: DSP Filter Responses
Microphone and Stereo Line Input Filters
Graphical representation and technical details of DSP filter responses for microphone and stereo line inputs.
Appendix II: Firmware Upgrades
Firmware Update Process Overview
Introduction to the firmware update procedure, including communication setup and file downloads.
Connecting and Initiating Firmware Update
Steps to connect the unit using the IP loader app and start the firmware update.
Firmware Update Recovery Procedure
Procedure for recovering the unit if the firmware update process fails, using the rescue link.
Appendix III: Dante I-O Mapping
Dante Channel Naming Convention
Mapping of input and output channels for Dante network connectivity in the MX24-D.
Appendix IV: AES Configuration Options
AES Signal Parameter Adjustments
Details on setting AES sample rate, sync input, and channel modes using the configuration utility.
GPI Port Configuration for AES
Instructions for configuring the GPI port, potentially related to AES operations.
Appendix V: Restoring Default Settings
Restoring Defaults via Configuration App
Using the configuration app to reset all adjustable parameters to their default values.
Restoring Defaults from Front Panel
Performing a factory reset using a button sequence on the unit's front panel.

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