juicedLink CX211 User Manual

Camcorder xlr adapter/preamp/mixer

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Camcorder XLR Adapter/Preamp/Mixer - Family of Products

CX211, CX231, CX411, CX431, CX471

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CX User Manual: Rev1.02

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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents............................2 Read This First ..........................3 Warnings - General ........................3 Checking Supplied Items ......................3 General............................4 Features............................4 Optional Features ........................4 Feature Comparison Chart .......................5 Panel Descriptions ........................6 Input Connection..........................9 Unused XLR Inputs ........................9 Input Attenuator (MIC/LINE).....................9 Phantom Powering Condenser Microphones ................9 Use with Unbalanced Sources (Wireless Mics, Etc)..............10 Output Connection ........................12 Output Signal..........................12...
Page 3: Read This First
Read This First Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly. Although there are numerous combinations of settings for the mixer gain plus recording device gain (camcorder) that will result in the identical signal levels, they will have different characteristics in terms of noise and dynamic range.
Page 4: General
General Some of the features described in this and other sections may not be available on your model. Please refer to the Feature Comparison Chart to determine the capabilities of your particular device. Features • Family of 2 and 4 input Camcorder XLR Adapter/Preamp/Mixers •...
Page 5: Feature Comparison Chart
Feature Comparison Chart Features CX211 CX231 CX411 CX431 CX471 Inputs XLR input channels Low noise preamp - High/Med/Low gain Precision active input balance Line level switch Signal Processing True Mixer - per channel L/R/C pan switch Per channel low-cut filter Outputs 3.5mm stereo...
Page 6: Panel Descriptions
Panel Descriptions FRONT 1) POWER SWITCH 2) “ON” LED INDICATOR 3) LOW BATTERY INDICATOR 4) PREAMPLIFIER GAIN SETTINGS 5) TRIM POTENTIOMETERS 6) AUDIO METER DISPLAY (RIGHT/LEFT) Not available on all models. 7) AUDIO METER POWER SWITCH Not available on all models. 8) XLR INPUTS 9) UNDER-CAMERA ATTACH SCREW 10) AZIMUTH PIN (removable)
Page 7 REAR 1) STEREO MIC LEVEL OUTPUT 2) PHANTOM POWER “ON” / VOLTAGE SELECT Not available on all models offering phantom power. 3) PHANTOM POWER INPUT CHANNEL ROUTING SWITCHES Not available on all models. 4) PER CHANNEL HPF SWITCHES Not available on all models. 5) PER CHANNEL PAN SWITCHES 6) 9V BATTERY TRAY Battery not included.
Page 8 BOTTOM 1) TRIPOD MOUNT 2) AZIUMUTH HOLE 3) UNDER-CAMERA ATTACH SCREW: 1/8” hex key included. 4) AUDIO METER ADJUST (R/L) Not available on all models. 5) INPUT ATTENUATOR (MIC/LINE) SWITCH Note: The bottom of the unit is silk-screened with handy tips and instructions. INCLUDED 1) SHIELDED STEREO MINIJACK OUTPUT CABLE 2) TRIPOD SCREW ALLEN WRENCH KEY...
Page 9: Input Connection
Input Connection Some of the features described in this and other sections may not be available on your model. Please refer to the Comparison Chart to determine the capabilities of your particular device. Unused XLR Inputs When a preamp does not have an input connected to it, the preamp is presented with a high impedance. When a preamp is presented with a high impedance, it will produce a lot of noise.
Page 10: Use With Unbalanced Sources (Wireless Mics, Etc)
WARNING – HIGH DC VOLTAGES CAN POTENTIALLY DAMAGE OUTPUT DRIVERS ON ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT. Use care, heed warnings, and follow guidelines when using phantom power. WARNING – USE PHANTOM POWER FOR CONDENSER MICROPHONE INPUTS ONLY: Only activate phantom power to channels using condenser microphones. Supplying phantom power to dynamic microphones is not a recommended practice, even though there is no voltage potential between pins 2 and 3 and theoretically should not cause damage.
Page 11 WARNING – DO NOT ACTIVATE PHANTOM POWER ON XLR INPUT CHANNELS CONNECTED TO UNBALANCED DEVICES. The voltage from the phantom power can damage these devices. See the warnings in the Phantom Powering Condenser Microphones section of this manual. Camcorder XLR Adapter/Preamp/Mixer User’s Manual Page 11...
Page 12: Output Connection
Output Connection Output Signal The output of the juicedLink is an amplified mic level signal. The juicedLink is not intended to drive line level signals. It is not necessary to have a lot of gain to interface with a camcorder. You want just enough gain to be able to throttle back the noisy camcorder amplifiers, to yield improved signal-to-noise performance while recording fine audio detail.
Page 13: Audio Settings
Audio Settings General Principles and Guidelines HEADPHONE MONITORING: To be certain that your camcorder and mixer settings are optimized for the signal being recorded, it is a best practice to monitor the audio using headphones driven by the camcorder. A meter may indicate if there is sufficient signal.
Page 14: Metering
Monitor using headphones and adjust the TRIM potentiometers to achieve the desired relative signal level between the various channels used. Metering The audio meter feature is not available on all models. First, the meter will need to be calibrated to your camcorder’s settings. Once calibrated, changing camcorder settings will result in the meter being uncalibrated.
Page 15: Power
Power Power Sequence Place an alkaline 9V battery in the tray. Make certain to use the correct orientation. Turn on the power by sliding the PWR switch to the On position. The “ON” LED will now be illuminated. Turn off the power when not in use to conserve the battery. The low battery indicator LED (Low Batt) will illuminate when the battery supply needs to be changed.
Page 16: Mounting
Mounting Positioned Under Camcorder Rotation Secured with Azimuth Pin Align the azimuth pin and mounting screw on top of the mixer, with the corresponding holes on the bottom of the camcorder. Use the 1/8” hex key (provided) to tighten the mounting screw. Check to make sure that the connection is tight enough, and the azimuth pin is constraining rotation between the two.
Page 17: Appendix
Appendix Care and Maintenance Store the mixer without battery in tray to avoid damage from a chemistry leak event. There is no specific maintenance regimen recommended. Warranty, Service, and Returns The design of the juicedLink family of ultra portable mixers is uncompromising in quality and performance, and utilizes top grade professional components.

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Cx231 Cx411 Cx431 Cx471