Audix Compact - Volume Restoration Feature; Speaker Connections and Load Management

Compact User Manual
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The “mf” pin is pulled down to 0V when a mains failure occurs (provided battery
backup is being used). Connect a 24V indicator or buzzer between “mf” and “Vol
Restore +” (24V).
4.5 Volume Restoration
Volume Restoration allows the use of volume controls within speakers or within a
room. These incorporate relays which bypass the volume control on live broadcast
and broadcast at the tapped volume. Each zone has a “Volume Restore” output.
The “Volume Restore” pin is pulled down to 0V when that particular zone is called.
Connect the volume restoration relay between the relevant zone pin and “Vol Restore
+” (24V).
4.6 Speakers
Loudspeaker zones
1 2 3
Connect the Loudspeaker lines to the Loudspeaker Output connector
IMPORTANT;
Ensure that the total loudspeaker load does not exceed the rated output power
configuration.
The following core sizes are advised for the distance and power indicated to achieve a
loss of less than 1dB at the last speaker.
Total
Speaker
Load
Core size
mm
2
Max Distance to Last
Speaker
60W 1.5 mm
2
1540m
2.5 mm
2
2500m
4.0 mm
2
4000m
120W 1.5 mm
2
800m
2.5 mm
2
1300m
4.0 mm
2
2030m
*Note; Cable sizes are approximate and depend upon the speaker loading. Please
contact Audix for more detail regarding project specific cable size calculations.