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Saramonic SR-PAX1 User Manual

Saramonic SR-PAX1
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Battery compartment
Operates on a 9 volt battery (not included). You could use a
lithium type battery for longer operating time.
For microphone: two balanced XLR inputs.
For guitar: two 1/4" (6.35mm) mono standard inputs.
Left and right mono 1/8" (3.5 mm) mini-Jack inputs.
Stereo 1/8" (3.5 mm) mini-Jack input.
Dual Trim Control Knobs
Adjust the signal of each channel to the optimum recording levels.
Left Channel Control Button
Control the inputs of left channel. Select LINE or MIC or Phantom
level for the left channel.
Right Channel Control Button
Control the inputs of right channel. Select LINE or MIC or Phantom
level for the right channel.
Mono/Stereo Button (M/S)
When recording one channel, please use the mono(M) setting. The
signal will be sent to both left and right channels. When recording
two channels, please use the stereo(S) setting. The level of each
channel can be controlled individually.
Power Button
Main power switch for SR-PAX1.
Output (OUT)
Stereo 1/8" (3.5 mm) output jack. Use the included signal
transmission line to send the audio signal from the adapter to your
camera.
3.5mm Headphone Output for Monitoring
Lock Knob
Product Introduction
General Introductions
The Saramonic SR-PAX1 is a two-channel audio mixer with phantom
power, specially designed for mirrorless digital camera, DSLR camera and
camcorder with a microphone jack. It is a compact and lightweight mixer
ideal for recording professional quality audio from two sources and mixing
them into your camera.
With two sets of inputs, the SR-PAX1 accepts signals from a wide variety
of mic or line level sources such as balanced XLR microphones, wireless
microphones, guitars, or any musical instruments with a 6.35mm
connector. The 3.5mm inputs are also ideal for connecting audio devices
with a 3.5mm output such as a smart phone or an MP3 player. The input
levels of each channel can be easily controlled with the dual control knobs.
A phone jack allows you to monitor the audio in real time. The SR-PAX1
makes your recording work much easier.
Product Structure
Set Up Guide
Install the battery.
Lift up and pull out the drawer from the battery compartment.
Insert 9V battery into place aligning + and - polarity as shown.
Slide the drawer closed until it clicks into place.
Mount the SR-PAX1 on your camera’s hot shoe. Spin counter-clockwise
to tighten up the mixer with the camera. Or mount the mixer to a
tripod with the tripod socket on the bottom of the mixer.
Connect the supplied signal transmission line from the output jack
(OUT) of mixer to the MIC input of camera. If there is a Mic/ Line switch
on the camera, select it to Mic.
Connect microphones to the XLR inputs or 3.5mm inputs, or other
audio sources to the 6.35mm inputs.
Long press the power button to turn on the SR-PAX1.
Set the LINE/MIC/PH buttons.
When using self-powered microphones and wireless systems, set to
MIC for microphone.
When using guitar or other audio devices, please set to LINE.
When using microphones operating on phantom power, please set to
PH for phantom power. 5 volt phantom power is offered for 3.5mm
microphone jacks and 48 volt phantom power is offered for XLR jacks.
Specification
Input
Output
Phone
Frequency Response
THD
SNR
L & R Gain
Phantom Power
Power Indicator
Power Requirements
Weight
Dimensions
XLR & 6.3mm jacks x2
1 /8" (3.5 mm) jacks x3
1/8" (3.5 mm) jacks x1
1/8" (3.5 mm) jacks x1
20 Hz to 20 Khz, +/-1 dB
Less than 0.01% @ 1 kHz, -30 dBu input
74dBu @ 1 kHz, -30 dBu input
LINE: -30dBu
MIC: 0dBu
MIC/PH: 0dBu
for XLR jacks: 48V power supplies
for 1/8" (3.5 mm) jacks: 5V power supplies
Power on: LED indicator in blue
Low battery: LED indicator in red
9 V alkaline or lithium battery (Not included)
357g
(L×W×H) 101.2mm × 85.0mm ×65.5mm
1/4” Female Screw hole
Standard Cold Shoe
Three Integrated Mounting Shoes
Attach a variety of microphones or other accessories.
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Saramonic SR-PAX1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSaramonic
ModelSR-PAX1
CategoryMusic Mixer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Product Introduction

General Introductions

Overview of the Saramonic SR-PAX1 as a two-channel audio mixer for cameras.

Product Structure Overview

Diagram and labels for the SR-PAX1 mixer components.

Specifications

Input and Output Specifications

Details on XLR, 6.3mm, and 3.5mm input/output jack types and quantities.

Frequency Response and Distortion

Frequency range tolerance, THD, and SNR performance metrics.

Gain and Phantom Power

Input gain settings for different modes and phantom power specifications.

Power and Indicator Details

Battery requirements, power indicator lights, weight, and dimensions.

Setup Guide

Installation and Connection

Steps for installing the battery, mounting the mixer, and connecting to the camera.

Audio Source Connection

Connecting microphones and other audio sources to the mixer inputs.

Operation Settings

Powering on, setting input modes (LINE/MIC/PH) for various audio devices.

Important Notes and Usage

Phantom Power Warning

Caution against using Phantom power with non-compatible devices.

Control Adjustments and Monitoring

Setting M/S switch, adjusting volume, and monitoring audio via headphone jack.

Test Recording Recommendation

Advised procedure for testing and adjusting audio levels for optimal recording.

Packing List

List of items included in the SR-PAX1 package.

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