Extron electronic Introduction About this Manual, About the MP 101, MP 101 AAP, MP 101 D

Introduction

About this Manual

This manual contains information about the MP 101, the MP 101 AAP, and the MP 101 D microphone to line preamplifiers and provides instructions on how to mount and operate these units.

About the MP 101, MP 101 AAP, and

MP 101 D

The Extron MP 101, MP 101 AAP, and MP 101 D (the

MP 101 Series) are high quality microphone to line level audio preamplifiers. These products can add microphone capability to most Extron audio and switcher systems.

The MP 101 is rack-mountable, while the MP 101 AAP is an AAP plate option for easy integration into Extron architectural products. The MP 101 D works similarly to the other two units, but features a Decora® wallplate mounting option. Information on its installation and operation are found in chapter 4, “The MP 101 D”.

Each model features a recessed Mic Gain potentiometer that provides a 25 to 72 dB adjustment range, compensating for different microphone sensitivities. Each model also features an on/off switch for 48 volt phantom power and low cut filtering. Remote control is available through optional Extron VCM 100 AAP/MAAP panels, which control volume and muting.

Features

Compact size — The MP 101 is housed in a 1U high, 1/8 rack width, 3" deep, metal enclosure, the MP 101 AAP is housed in a two-space AAP plate; and the MP 101 D is mounted into a wallplate. These three options allow for diverse applications.

Quick plug input and outputs — Connectors are captive screw or XLR (MP 101 AAP and MP 101 D only) for quick installation.

Gain control — Provides a wide gain adjustment range of 25 to 72 dB.

Switchable low cut filter — Provides low cut filter to remove wind and “table rumble” noise.

Switchable phantom power — Provides 48 volt phantom power for condenser microphones.

Volume and mute remote control — Each model can be remotely controlled for volume adjustment and muting via a rear panel Remote connector.

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