Introduction Remote Wall Mixer for LX523 The WP523 is a Remote Wall Mixer which is meant to be used in combination with the LX523 Active Speaker system. It converts the signal coming from a stereo line-level audio source (such as CD-player, Tuner, MP3 player, ... ) or balanced microphone to the level corresponding the differential signal input on the rear side of the LX523 (RJ45).
Chapter 1 Overview front panel The front panel of the WP523 contains an unbalanced line input connected by RCA connectors and a balanced microphone input connected by a XLR connector. Each input is accomodated with a push-lock gain control potentiometer whereby both inputs can be mixed and a Clip indicator LED.
Front panel description Unbalanced line input An unbalanced stereo audio source can be connected to these RCA connectors. Balanced microphone input A balanced microphone can be connected to this XLR input connector. For powering condenser microphones, 12V Phantom power can be enabled. Push-Lock gain control potentiometer with clipping LED The sensitivity for the line and microphone inputs can be adjusted with these potentiometers.
Overview rear panel The rear side of the WP523 contains an 8-pin Euro-Terminal Block connector, whereby the wall panel should be connected to the RJ45 connector on the rear side of the speaker system. For more information about how the connections should be made, refer to “Connecting” in Chapter 3 of this user manual.
Chapter 2 Quick start guide This chapter guides you through the setup process for a basic setup where a WP523 should be connected to a LX523 loudspeaker system. Install your WP523 wall panel on the desired location by means of the optional available WB5065 installation boxes.
Installing & Connecting Installing For installing the WP523, two different kinds of flush mount installation boxes are available. The plastic installation box (WB5065/FG) is meant to be used for installation into gypsum, wooden or other kinds of plate walls with a thickness between 7 mm and 25 mm. An installation hole with dimensions 135 x 75 mm should be cut wherein the installation box should be placed.
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The WP523 wall panel should be connected to the LX523 speaker system by means of UTP twisted pair cable. The 8-pin Euro-Terminal Block on the rear side of the WP523 should be connected to the RJ45 connector on the rear side of the speaker system. The maximum cable distance between the input unit and the speaker system can reach up to 500 meter.
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ATTENTION The twisted pair cabling must always be ‘straight’. In case of self made cabling, it must be wired as described in this chapter to make the system work properly. The twisted pair cable should be connected to the 8-pin Euro-Terminal Block connector on the rear side of the wall panel.
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