{"product_id":"allen-heath-dx168-16in-8out-96khz-expander-with-16-mic-preamps-on-xlr-clearance-open-box","title":"Allen \u0026 Heath DX168 16in \/ 8out 96kHz Expander with 16 Mic Preamps on XLR - Clearance \/ Open Box","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDX168 - 16in \/ 8out 96kHz Expander\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe DX168 is a rugged, 96kHz portable expander for adding remote I\/O to a dLive, Avantis, SQ, or Qu system, or to AHM audio matrix processors.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompatible with dLive, Avantis, SQ and AHM-64\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e16 Mic Preamps on XLR\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePhantom Power LED per Input\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e8 XLR Line Outs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDX A connection with locking Ethercon port\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDX B locking Ethercon port for daisy chaining or redundancy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRubber bumpers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCarry handle\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOptional rack mount kit available\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt To Last - Ready for the Stage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Expander’s rugged design, with hard-wearing rubber bumpers, allows it to be placed directly on the stage floor during performances. 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The remote audio unit shall provide 16 XLR inputs with individually configured Phantom Power and 8 XLR outputs. Phantom power LED indicators shall be provided per input socket on the remote audio rack.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTwo Ethercon DX link connectors shall be provided for transport of the digital audio and control signals. The unit shall be able to operate in ‘redundant’ or ‘cascade’ mode by means of a mechanical switch. In ‘redundant’ mode the unit shall provide full redundant connection to a dLive S Class Surface or Mixrack. In ‘cascade’ mode the unit shall allow series connection of two units with a single cable connection to the dLive, Avantis, SQ or AHM-64 mixing system.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Ethernet protocol shall provide control to the remote preamp, and all mic preamps are scene recallable by the digital mixing system. Unit firmware shall automatically beupdated when connected to the digital mixing system.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe remote audio rack shall have a robust steel chassis and shall be designed to be portable and to be placed horizontally or vertically on the stage or performance environment. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA carrying handle shall be provided to facilitate lifting and holding the device when moving and an optional padded dust cover shall be available.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe remote audio rack shall also be mounted in a 19” equipment rack or case using an optional remote audio rack kit.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe remote audio rack shall have a built-in power supply accepting AC mains voltages of 100~240V, 50\/60 Hz, 35W max via an earthed 3-pin IEC male connector mounted on the rear chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecommended operating temperature for the remote audio rack shall be 0 to 35 degrees Celsius.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Heath","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62795444617375,"sku":"A\u0026H-OBX-DX168","price":1699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0495\/6910\/4031\/files\/b8d5c181-ea3d-49c3-ba53-02fb17ea9886.jpg?v=1779198378","url":"https:\/\/listenup.com\/products\/allen-heath-dx168-16in-8out-96khz-expander-with-16-mic-preamps-on-xlr-clearance-open-box","provider":"ListenUp","version":"1.0","type":"link"}