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- Page 1 Operating Manual DXA-SLR PURE Passive Audio Adapter for DSLR Cameras This operating manual explains the adapter function settings and how to use the adapter to record audio into the camera. ©Beachtek Inc. 2013...
- Page 3 Please contact us if you have any problems or questions. Description The Beachtek DXA-SLR PURE is a two-channel, passive audio adapter for connecting amplified signals from a wireless mic or a mixing board to any DSLR camera that has a built-in mic jack. It can also be used with any camcorder or other audio recording device that has a mic jack.
- Page 4 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. This adapter does not have a preamplifier to increase the signal levels from the inputs –...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Before You Begin……………………………………………………….. 1 Supplied Accessories…………………………………………………... 1 Quick Setup Guide……………………………………………………… 2 Adapter Connectors and Controls…………………………………….. 3 Setup Guide……………………………………………………………... 5 Basic Operation…………………………………………………………. 7 Playback Monitoring……………………………………………………. 9 Advanced Operation……………………………………………………. 10 Features…………………………………………………………………. 11 Specifications…………………………………………………………… Warranty Information…………………………………………………… 13... -
Page 6: Before You Begin
Before You Begin 1) These instructions refer to the use of this adapter with Canon DSLR cameras unless otherwise noted. 2) Do a few test recordings and check playback on the camera to ensure that the audio is captured as expected. Most cameras do not have a headphone jack to monitor what is being recorded. -
Page 7: Quick Setup Guide
Ensure the POWER switch is set to OFF before you begin. Install a fresh alkaline or lithium battery in the adapter. Mount the DXA-SLR PURE adapter to the camera. Connect the supplied output cable from the OUT jack on the adapter to the MIC input jack on the camera. -
Page 8: Adapter Connectors And Controls
Adapter Connectors and Controls Front Panel PWR Switch Main power switch for adapter PWR LED Green indicates power on and good battery condition Red indicates low battery voltage MONITOR Switch Selects headphone monitoring from either the adapter inputs during recording, or playback audio from the camera PHONE Headphone jack to monitor the audio from adapter inputs or camera... -
Page 9: Side Panel
Side Panel L and R Inputs Accepts balanced XLR or ¼” unbalanced mono phone jacks Output jack for connection to the camera MONITOR IN Input jacks for connecting the AV cable to the camera Front Panel Side Panel... -
Page 10: Setup Guide
Setup Guide Battery Installation 1) The DXA-SLR PURE operates on one 9 volt battery. We recommend that you use either an alkaline or lithium type battery for the longest operating time. 2) To install the battery unlatch the drawer by pushing in and over on the drawer front, releasing and sliding the drawer out. -
Page 11: Initial Setup
Initial Setup 1) Connect your wireless mic or feed from a mixer to the adapter via the L and R inputs via balanced XLR or unbalanced ¼” mono phone jacks. 2) Set the LIN/MIC switch to: MIC when connecting most wireless receivers. ... -
Page 12: Basic Operation
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 should light green indicating good battery voltage. Red indicates low battery warning. 2) Adjust the LEFT and RIGHT level controls to give you an average reading of between -12dB and 0dB on the VU Meter. - Page 13 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 the camera preamplifiers. You will never completely eliminate all hiss, which is normal, but you can reduce it so that it is no longer a problem.
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Page 14: Playback Monitoring
Playback Monitoring To monitor audio from the camera during playback you will need to use the AV cable that came with the camera and AV cable that came with the adapter. Be sure to keep the output cable connected between the camera and adapter which supplies the needed ground path for the signal through the AV cable. -
Page 15: Advanced Operation
Advanced Operation Using Cameras that have Manual Audio Features If your camera allows you to disable the AGC feature we recommend that you do so to get the best performance. Set the camera to manual mode and the camera gain to about 25% of maximum on Canon cameras, or recording Level 1 on older Nikon cameras that provide 3 gain settings, or 7 on newer Nikon cameras that provide 20 gain settings. -
Page 16: Features
Features Inputs Two XLR connectors with integrated ¼” phone jacks Loop back for playback monitoring Outputs Unbalanced stereo mini-plug jack for connection to the camera Headphone Monitor Built-in headphone amplifier with volume control 3.5mm phone jack VU Meter ... -
Page 17: Specifications
Specifications Maximum Input Levels MIC level: -3dBu LINE level: +14dBu Output Level -36dBu at 0dB on the VU meter Frequency Response 20Hz to 20kHz (+/- 0.5dB) Less than 0.01% @ 1kHz, -30dBu input S/N Ratio 85dB @ 1kHz, -30dBu input Gain Unity VU meter... -
Page 18: Warranty Information
Warranty Information Limited Two Year Warranty This warranty covers any defects or malfunction in your new Beachtek adapter for two years from date of purchase. Beachtek will replace or repair any defective or malfunctioning adapter, within the warranty period, at no charge. The warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse or abuse. -
Page 20: Contact Information
Contact Information Address Beachtek Inc. 480 Osprey Avenue Kelowna, British Columbia Canada V1Y 5A5 Phone 778-478-9872 Email info@beachtek.com Website www.beachtek.com...
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