The RX-4 is an interface to convert Zaxcom’s MRX214 and MRX414 receiver modules into stand-alone receivers.
VERSATILITY
The MRX414 broke new ground as the first receiver to receive audio from four separate transmitters. Now with the RX-4, the MRX414 can be used as a standalone portable receiver outside of a host unit, making the combo a great way to get started with the Zaxcom Digital Recording Wireless ecosystem.
The RX-4 is an affordable and invaluable accessory, increasing the versatility of the MRX so it can be used as a stand-alone receiver in addition to its use in a Nova or an RX-12, etc. allowing for your system to expand as your needs grow.
DESIGN
The RX-4’s intelligent design includes two OLED displays to easily visually monitor data from up to 4 separate transmitters. There are four tricolor LEDs to indicate the decode status of each of the 4 receive channels and push buttons for simple navigation of menus.
CONNECTIVITY
The audio and power connectors are located directly behind the control panel of RX-4 so cables can be conveniently attached without taking apart the sound bag. The audio output interface is via two TA5 connectors, either digital out via two AES3 connections or balanced line-level analog out. Power is connected via a 4-pin Hirose.
Cable wiring is the same across the entire line of Zaxcom receivers for easy integration.
CHANNEL COUNT
The RX-4 can receive 4 channels of audio from up to four transmitters when used with an MRX414. It can receive up to 4 channels of audio from two transmitters when used with an MRX214.
RF PERFORMANCE
The RX-4 has a brand-new dual-track-tuned front-end filter with a 44 MHz tuning window. There’s also an internal passive filter making it impossible to overload the RX-4, this means increased range, no intermodulation, and no interference from walkie-talkies and mobile phones.
RF SCAN & RE-FREQ
The RX-4 can scan the entire frequency range, and re-freq all 4 receivers instantly to avoid localized interference at new locations. Receivers can be used anywhere in the frequency range of the RX-4 but need to be within the 44 MHz window of the tuned front-end filter.
FREQUENCY RANGE
The RX-4 is available in two frequency ranges:
RX-4L – covers Blocks 20 – 23 (512-614 MHz)
RX-4H – covers Blocks 23 – 26 (598-698 MHz)
POWER
The RX-4 consumes no power, it runs off the module and produces no additional heat. The MRX414 consumes only 350ma when all four channels are active.
Tech Specs
Output
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Analog Audio Output |
4-Channel Balanced 0dB @ -20 dBFS |
Digital Audio Output |
2 x AES3 Pairs (32 kHz Sample Rate) |
Audio Connectors |
2 x TA5M |
Receiver Interface
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RF Connectors |
2 x SMA |
RF Impedance |
50 ohm |
RF Sensitivity |
-110 dB |
RX Decode Level |
6 dB signal to noise in XR Modulation |
RF Filter Band Pass |
44 MHz |
RX-4L Tuning Range |
512 – 614 MHz |
RX-4H Tuning Range |
598 – 698 MHz |
MRX414 Module
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Receivers Per Module |
4 |
Receiver Modulation |
Zaxcom Proprietary Digital |
MRX414-L Tuning Range |
512 – 614 MHz |
MRX414-M Tuning Range |
536 – 652 MHz |
MRX414-H Tuning Range |
596 – 698 MHz |
Power Consumption |
300 ma @ 12 VDC |
Size |
5" x 3" x .8" (L x W x H) |
Weight |
7oz |
MRX214 Module
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Receivers Per Module |
2 |
Receiver Modulation |
Zaxcom Proprietary Digital |
MRX214-L Tuning Range |
512 – 614 MHz |
MRX214-M Tuning Range |
536 – 652 MHz |
MRX214-H Tuning Range |
596 – 698 MHz |
Power Consumption |
160 mA @ 13 VDC |
Size |
5" x 3" x .8" (L x W x H) |
Weight |
7oz |
Misc
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Power |
8 VDC to 18 VDC (12 VDC nominal @ 30 ma) |
Power Connector |
Hirose HR10A-7P-4P |
Display |
2 x Graphic OLED Display |
Size |
1.25" x 5.5" x 1.25" (L x W X H) – (H 5.5" w/MRX414 less pull handle) |
Weight |
4 oz |