BeachTek High Definition Adapter DXA-6HD - Manual (Page 2)

Rear Panel Controls and Connections
4. MONO / STEREO Switch
The MONO setting mixes both channels together and sends the
audio to both the right and left channels which is ideal when only one
microphone is being used. Stereo keeps both channels separated
when two microphones are connected to the adapter for two discreet
audio channels. When in MONO mode, be sure to keep the trim
control on the unused channel fully clockwise to reduce the loading
effect on the working channel.
5. XLR Inputs
The two XLR inputs can accept balanced or unbalanced
connections. To convert the input to unbalanced, simply ground pin
1 to 3 on the XLR input cable. Be sure to turn off the phantom power
for any channel that has an unbalanced device connected to it.
6. Output Cable
The attached shielded cable terminates in a gold plated, stereo
mini plug connector. Plug this into the microphone jack on your
camcorder.
Bottom Dip Switches
7. MIC / LINE Switches
To connect a microphone to either channel of the DXA-6HD, set the
corresponding MIC/LINE switch to MIC. To connect a line level output
from a mixer to the DXA-6HD, set the MIC/LINE switch to LINE to
activate a 40 dB pad. This attenuates the signal to the proper level so
that it will not overdrive the input of your camcorder.
Please call us if you have any questions.
Front Panel Controls and Indicators
Mounting and Connection
Mount the DXA-6HD securely to the tripod bushing on the under
side of your camcorder. Connect the cable from the DXA-6HD to the
camcorder’s microphone jack. The onboard microphone should now
be disabled.
Camera Setup
Set the audio mode switch on the back of the camcorder to MAN
to deactivate the AGC. Turn the AUDIO LEVEL thumbwheel on the
camcorder to 3 on the dial. Set the input level on the camera menu to
EXT LINE. This bypasses the camcorders preamplifiers for superior
audio. You are now ready to attach external microphones to the
adapter.
Adapter Controls and Connectors
1. Power
Install a fresh 9 volt alkaline battery in the adapter if you wish to
use phantom power Turn on the unit to activate the phantom power
supplies. The Power LED should light to indicate good battery power.
Turn off the power when not in use to conserve battery power.
2. Phantom Power
If your condenser microphone requires 48 volts phantom power
to operate, first connect the microphone to the adapter. Activate the
PWR ON switch and then the PH ON switch for the channel it is
connected to. The LED above the corresponding channel trim control
should light to indicate that 48 volt power is present. Do not plug
dynamic microphones, unbalanced devices, wireless receivers or
feeds from mixing boards into the adapter with the phantom power
activated as it may damage the connecting device.
3. Trim Controls
Each channel of the DXA-6HD has a trim control to adjust the input
signal level.
Adjust the trim controls on each channel of the adapter for the
desired volume level on camcorder. Use the level indicator on the
camera as a guide. Be sure not to activate the red bar on the level
meter to avoid distortion.
As a guide, the recording levels should be no higher than -12 dBFS
(Full Scale). Please refer to your camcorder’s user manual for more
information on setting the proper recording levels.