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Sound Devices Astral ARX32 - 16 to 32 Channel Wireless Receiver with HexVersity
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Sound Devices Astral ARX32 - 16 to 32 Channel Wireless Receiver with HexVersity
Sale price$34,995.00
Description
The Astral ARX32 is a gamechanger. A 16-channel receiver with HexVersity® (2- to 6-antenna diversity), expandable to 32 channels via software licenses – all in just a 1U 19-inch rack, Astral ARX32 keeps your kit small and saves space in your rack. Take it on tour without worrying about tuning bands – it boasts a 169-1525MHz tuning range for worldwide operation. Astral ARX32 gives you peace of mind with its RF Mirror Mode for full redundant operation.
Main Features
- 16 channels all with HexVersity® (2-, 3-, 4-, 5-, or 6-antenna diversity) in 1U rack space
- Expandable to 32 channels (all with HexVersity) in the same rack space via Software Licenses
- 169 – 1525 MHz tuning range for full global coverage
- RF Mirror Mode for full redundant operation
Additional Features
- Native Dante, MADI, AES, and Analog outputs
- SpectraBand with 3 Tuning Bands for a total of ~72 MHz of operating bandwidth for transmitters
- Optional Astral Opto expansion box to add Optocore audio I/O and full redundant power supplies
- Simple 1-minute operation to change countries for entire system
- Built-in long-range NexLink® remote control of all transmitters
- Integrated Real Time Spectrum Analyzer (RTSA) and scanner for intuitive frequency coordination
- AutoAssign: automatic deployment of multiple clean frequencies in seconds
- Built-in 6-to-2 RF combiner for multizone events
- 6 network ports (2 x RJ45, 4 x SFP) configurable for Dante, Dante Redundancy, and Control
- Web App control from browser on any computer, smartphone, or tablet
- Bridging between MADI, Dante, AES, Optocore, and Analog
- Wide, 12.4" color OLED array with touch for control and monitoring
- Optical Fiber Ethernet option via two SFP slots.
- Supports GainForward™ Architecture: No gain setting on the Astral transmitter. Adjust gain at the receiver or mixer
- 100% digital long-range modulation delivers the longest transmission distance of any digital system on the market
- RF SAW filters for excellent rejection of interference transmitters
- Excellent audio quality; full 10 Hz – 20 kHz audio bandwidth
- BNC timecode input for auto timecode sync of transmitters over NexLink
- Three BNC antenna input pairs, each compatible with passive, bias-powered, and smart antennas. Configurable for HexVersity or combiner modes
- Cascade out option on rear BNCs for cascading to other receivers
- Automatic Antenna zero loss loop through in the event of power loss for redundant operation
- Front-panel 3.5 mm and ¼" headphone outputs
- USB-A and USB-C ports for thumb drives, keyboards, transmitter pairing, and timecode syncing Support for USB hubs
- PoE+ output for powering external PoE+ powered device, including the Astral Outpost
- On-the-fly audio output routing changes directly from the Astral HH and Astral TX. Ideal for talkback, guitar tuning etc.
- Wireless transmitter pairing to Astral receivers in addition to pairing via USB cable
- Ad-hoc handoff of transmitters' Nexlink control between Astral receivers, ideal for large reality shows
- Astral ARX32 digital audio outputs increased (Optocore, Dante, MADI) to 64 channels
- Flexible tone routing matrix
| RF | |
| Tuning | 169 to 1525 MHz (1356 MHz switching bandwidth) 25 kHz steps SpectraBand Technology for maximum rejection of out-of-band signals Available frequencies depend on country of operation 3 bands each with their own assignable filter range, typically 24 MHz wide for a total of 72 MHz simultaneously usable bandwidth. |
| Modulation | Proprietary, 100% digital RF modulation Standard, Long Range, or T&M (Test & Measurement) selectable per channel. |
| Spurious Rejection | >100 dB typical |
| Cascade output | 50-ohm +1 dB gain from BNC input to output; less than 1 dB input to output loss in the event of power failure. Band-limited as per LNA pre-select filter. |
| RF Bias output | 12V, 200 mA each BNC Smart antenna support, Wisycom-compatible |
| Antenna Inputs | Multiple Antenna Modes switchable between Diversity, 4Versity, 4Versity + 1 Pair, HexVersity, 3-Zone Combiner, 2-Zone Combiner + 1 Pair, 3-Way Diversity, Diversity + 1 Pair |
| Audio | |
| Latency | Standard modulation = 2 ms, analog or digital outputs Long Range modulation = 3.9 ms, analog or digital outputs T&M (Test and Measurement) modulation = 7 ms, analog or digital outputs |
| Audio Frequency Response | 10 Hz–20 kHz, +/- 1 dB relative to 1 k Hz |
| Dynamic Range | 140 dB with an Astral transmitter |
| Analog Output | RJ45 connectors conforming to the AES72 Type 1M pinout standard, balanced connection |
| Analog Output Level | Line: +20 dBu for 0 dBFS -10: +6 dBu for 0 dBFS Mic: -20 dBu for 0 dBFS |
| Tone Generator | 1 kHz tone, adjustable from -20 to 0 dBFS |
| Audio Output Sample Rate | 48 or 96 kHz |
| Digital Audio Output | MADI: unbalanced BNC, 75-ohm output impedance AES3: RJ45 connectors conforming to the AES72 Type 1M pin-out standard, balanced connection, 110-ohm output impedance Optocore with optional Astral Opto (HMA connector) or Astral Opto(ST) (ST connector) |
| Audio-Over-IP | Dante, 48 or 96 k Hz sample rate |
| Sync | LTC / Wordclock BNC input, software-switchable 75-ohm termination Dante MADI, unbalanced BNC, 75-ohm output impedance |
| Network | |
| Dante Audio-Over-IP | 32 input/output channels. Primary and Secondary ports for Dante Redundancy |
| Control | Web-based control and monitoring of all Astral ARX32 settings GPIO with the optional Astral Opto or Astral Opto(ST) accessory |
| Connections | 2x RJ45 ports and 2x SFP ports: For Dante, Control, and Astral Outpost |
| NexLink | |
| Protocol | 2.4 GHz, proprietary frequency-hopping backlink control of transmitters over long distance |
| Connections | Front or rear diversity pair SMA-F ports for connecting 2.4 GHz SMA-M antennas |
| USB | |
| Type | USB-A: 5V, 1.0A output; supports keyboards, flash drives, Astral transmitters, Astral Outpost, and USB hubs USB-C: 5V, 3A output; supports keyboards, flash drives, Astral transmitters, Astral Outpost, and USB hubs |
| Drive Format | FAT32 |
| Powering | AC Input: 100-240 VAC, 200W DC Input: 10-18 VDC, 200W PoE+ out (max 30W) |
| Environmental | |
| Operating Temperature Range | -10 to 40 C; 14 to 104 F |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 4.2 cm x 44.5 cm x 31.1 cm; 1.65 in x 17. 5 in 12.24 in |
| Weight | 4.12 kg (unpackaged) 9.00 lbs. (unpackaged) 4.3 kg (packaged) 9.5 lbs. (packaged) |
The Astral ARX32 is a gamechanger. A 16-channel receiver with HexVersity® (2- to 6-antenna diversity), expandable to 32 channels via software licenses – all in just a 1U 19-inch rack, Astral ARX32 keeps your kit small and saves space in your rack. Take it on tour without worrying about tuning bands – it boasts a 169-1525MHz tuning range for worldwide operation. Astral ARX32 gives you peace of mind with its RF Mirror Mode for full redundant operation.
Main Features
- 16 channels all with HexVersity® (2-, 3-, 4-, 5-, or 6-antenna diversity) in 1U rack space
- Expandable to 32 channels (all with HexVersity) in the same rack space via Software Licenses
- 169 – 1525 MHz tuning range for full global coverage
- RF Mirror Mode for full redundant operation
Additional Features
- Native Dante, MADI, AES, and Analog outputs
- SpectraBand with 3 Tuning Bands for a total of ~72 MHz of operating bandwidth for transmitters
- Optional Astral Opto expansion box to add Optocore audio I/O and full redundant power supplies
- Simple 1-minute operation to change countries for entire system
- Built-in long-range NexLink® remote control of all transmitters
- Integrated Real Time Spectrum Analyzer (RTSA) and scanner for intuitive frequency coordination
- AutoAssign: automatic deployment of multiple clean frequencies in seconds
- Built-in 6-to-2 RF combiner for multizone events
- 6 network ports (2 x RJ45, 4 x SFP) configurable for Dante, Dante Redundancy, and Control
- Web App control from browser on any computer, smartphone, or tablet
- Bridging between MADI, Dante, AES, Optocore, and Analog
- Wide, 12.4" color OLED array with touch for control and monitoring
- Optical Fiber Ethernet option via two SFP slots.
- Supports GainForward™ Architecture: No gain setting on the Astral transmitter. Adjust gain at the receiver or mixer
- 100% digital long-range modulation delivers the longest transmission distance of any digital system on the market
- RF SAW filters for excellent rejection of interference transmitters
- Excellent audio quality; full 10 Hz – 20 kHz audio bandwidth
- BNC timecode input for auto timecode sync of transmitters over NexLink
- Three BNC antenna input pairs, each compatible with passive, bias-powered, and smart antennas. Configurable for HexVersity or combiner modes
- Cascade out option on rear BNCs for cascading to other receivers
- Automatic Antenna zero loss loop through in the event of power loss for redundant operation
- Front-panel 3.5 mm and ¼" headphone outputs
- USB-A and USB-C ports for thumb drives, keyboards, transmitter pairing, and timecode syncing Support for USB hubs
- PoE+ output for powering external PoE+ powered device, including the Astral Outpost
- On-the-fly audio output routing changes directly from the Astral HH and Astral TX. Ideal for talkback, guitar tuning etc.
- Wireless transmitter pairing to Astral receivers in addition to pairing via USB cable
- Ad-hoc handoff of transmitters' Nexlink control between Astral receivers, ideal for large reality shows
- Astral ARX32 digital audio outputs increased (Optocore, Dante, MADI) to 64 channels
- Flexible tone routing matrix
| RF | |
| Tuning | 169 to 1525 MHz (1356 MHz switching bandwidth) 25 kHz steps SpectraBand Technology for maximum rejection of out-of-band signals Available frequencies depend on country of operation 3 bands each with their own assignable filter range, typically 24 MHz wide for a total of 72 MHz simultaneously usable bandwidth. |
| Modulation | Proprietary, 100% digital RF modulation Standard, Long Range, or T&M (Test & Measurement) selectable per channel. |
| Spurious Rejection | >100 dB typical |
| Cascade output | 50-ohm +1 dB gain from BNC input to output; less than 1 dB input to output loss in the event of power failure. Band-limited as per LNA pre-select filter. |
| RF Bias output | 12V, 200 mA each BNC Smart antenna support, Wisycom-compatible |
| Antenna Inputs | Multiple Antenna Modes switchable between Diversity, 4Versity, 4Versity + 1 Pair, HexVersity, 3-Zone Combiner, 2-Zone Combiner + 1 Pair, 3-Way Diversity, Diversity + 1 Pair |
| Audio | |
| Latency | Standard modulation = 2 ms, analog or digital outputs Long Range modulation = 3.9 ms, analog or digital outputs T&M (Test and Measurement) modulation = 7 ms, analog or digital outputs |
| Audio Frequency Response | 10 Hz–20 kHz, +/- 1 dB relative to 1 k Hz |
| Dynamic Range | 140 dB with an Astral transmitter |
| Analog Output | RJ45 connectors conforming to the AES72 Type 1M pinout standard, balanced connection |
| Analog Output Level | Line: +20 dBu for 0 dBFS -10: +6 dBu for 0 dBFS Mic: -20 dBu for 0 dBFS |
| Tone Generator | 1 kHz tone, adjustable from -20 to 0 dBFS |
| Audio Output Sample Rate | 48 or 96 kHz |
| Digital Audio Output | MADI: unbalanced BNC, 75-ohm output impedance AES3: RJ45 connectors conforming to the AES72 Type 1M pin-out standard, balanced connection, 110-ohm output impedance Optocore with optional Astral Opto (HMA connector) or Astral Opto(ST) (ST connector) |
| Audio-Over-IP | Dante, 48 or 96 k Hz sample rate |
| Sync | LTC / Wordclock BNC input, software-switchable 75-ohm termination Dante MADI, unbalanced BNC, 75-ohm output impedance |
| Network | |
| Dante Audio-Over-IP | 32 input/output channels. Primary and Secondary ports for Dante Redundancy |
| Control | Web-based control and monitoring of all Astral ARX32 settings GPIO with the optional Astral Opto or Astral Opto(ST) accessory |
| Connections | 2x RJ45 ports and 2x SFP ports: For Dante, Control, and Astral Outpost |
| NexLink | |
| Protocol | 2.4 GHz, proprietary frequency-hopping backlink control of transmitters over long distance |
| Connections | Front or rear diversity pair SMA-F ports for connecting 2.4 GHz SMA-M antennas |
| USB | |
| Type | USB-A: 5V, 1.0A output; supports keyboards, flash drives, Astral transmitters, Astral Outpost, and USB hubs USB-C: 5V, 3A output; supports keyboards, flash drives, Astral transmitters, Astral Outpost, and USB hubs |
| Drive Format | FAT32 |
| Powering | AC Input: 100-240 VAC, 200W DC Input: 10-18 VDC, 200W PoE+ out (max 30W) |
| Environmental | |
| Operating Temperature Range | -10 to 40 C; 14 to 104 F |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 4.2 cm x 44.5 cm x 31.1 cm; 1.65 in x 17. 5 in 12.24 in |
| Weight | 4.12 kg (unpackaged) 9.00 lbs. (unpackaged) 4.3 kg (packaged) 9.5 lbs. (packaged) |
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