Allen & Heath DX164-W 16-Input XLR Output Wall Mount DX Expander - Mint, Open Box

Get Quality Performance with the Allen & Heath DX164-W 16-Input XLR Output Wall Mount DX Expander

The DX164-W is a wall mountable expander that adds remote I/O to a dLive, Avantis or SQ mixer, or to the AHM-64 audio matrix processor. Each DX164-W features 16 mic preamps with independent Phantom Power LED indicators, plus 4 XLR line outs. The Expander’s design allows for wall mount operation or, alternatively, installation in a stage “Dip Trap” making it perfect for fixed installations.

• Designed for Wall Mount or Dip Trap installation
• 16 balanced Mic Preamps on XLR
• Phantom Power LED per Input
• 4 balanced XLR Line Outs
• Locking EtherCon ports
• Daisy chain or redundant audio connection
• Can fit in a standard NEMA box (custom brackets required)
• Compatible with ACE Backstage 174SLBK stage pocket system
• 3 power supply options: 100-230V AC powered on IEC or screw terminal blocks, as well as 12V DC power
• DC power can be used as redundant power supply
• 96 kHz converters

SPECIFICATIONS

• Mic/Line XLR Inputs: Balanced XLR, +48V phantom power
• Mic/Line Preamp: Fully recallable
• Input Sensitivity: -60 to +15 dBu
• Analogue Gain: +5 to +60 dB, 1 dB steps
• Pad: -20 dB Active PAD
• Maximum Input Level: +30 dBu (PAD in)
• Input Impedance: >4 kΩ (Pad out), >10 kΩ (Pad in)
• Mic EIN: -127 dB with 150 Ω source
• Analogue XLR Outputs: Balanced, Relay protected
• Output Impedance: <75 Ω
• Nominal Output: +4 dBu = 0 dB meter reading
• Maximum Output Level: +22 dBu
• Residual Output Noise: -92 dBu (muted, 20 - 20 kHz), -90dBu (muted, 20 - 40kHz)
• Operating Temperature Range: 0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F)
• Mains Voltage Operating Range: 10 0- 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
• Mains Power Consumption: 35 W max
• DC Input: 12 V DC, 3A max
• Dimensions: 210 x 87 x 210 mm x 3.2 kg (8.25 x 3.5 x 8.25 inches x 7 lbs)

Manufacturer: Allen & Heath
Model: AH-DX164-W
SKU: I493605-GA260714-3-WHXD
EAN: 6938122248182

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