Sound Devices Astral ARX8 4-Channel Digital Wireless Receiver - A20-Nexus Go (On Order)

The Sound Devices Astral ARX8 Wireless Receiver (A20-Nexus Go) is a 4, 6, or 8-Channel Portable True-Diversity Wireless Receiver with SpectraBand. It is a professional receiver that won't weigh you down when you're doing bag work. It comes with four receiver channels that can be expanded to six and eight channels via software license without additional hardware (sold separately). When you need to transition to a rack or cart, the Astral ARX8 receiver's 1 RU, half-rack size will save you space there too.

By utilizing the NexLink protocol, the Astral-ARX8 receiver has full long-range remote control of transmitters, even in the presence of on-set 2.4 GHz interference.  With NexLink and the Astral-ARX8 receiver’s integrated RTSA (Real Time Spectrum Analyzer), you can visually monitor the changing RF environment without interrupting the audio or a shoot.  

Save time on set. The AutoAssign function automatically scans the current tuning band for clean frequencies and assigns them to multiple channels. The clean frequencies are then automatically pushed to transmitters linked to the NexLink protocol. This is all done with one button in mere seconds.

Key Features: 

• 4-channel ultra-high-performance, true-diversity receivers in a half-rack size (8.0” x 6.6” x 1.6” / 20.3cm x 16.8cm x 4.1cm).
• Expandable to 6 or 8 channels via Astral ARX8 2-Channel Expansion Licenses. 
• 169 MHz – 1525 MHz tuning range via SpectraBand Technology. 
• NexLink: integrated, long-distance remote control of all wireless transmitters, including group power on/off. 
• AutoAssign: automatic deployment of clean frequencies in seconds. 
• Integrated Real Time Spectrum Analyzer (RTSA) and scanning for intuitive frequency coordination. 
• Flexible powering: via DC input, 8-Series, or AC mains (with optional adapter). 
• DB-25 connector for 8 channels of mic, line, or AES outputs. 
• Wide, 6.2” color OLED array with touch for control and monitoring. 
• Astral-QuickDock allows docking and undocking in seconds from 8-Series mixer-recorders with no tools or additional hardware. 
• 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 from nearby IFB or camera hop transmitters. 
• Excellent audio quality, full 10 Hz – 20 kHz audio bandwidth. 
• BNC timecode input for auto timecode sync of transmitters over NexLink. 
• Front panel and rear panel BNC antenna inputs. Compatible with passive and bias-powered antennas 
• Supports control of the Wisycom LFA smart antenna. 
• Cascade out option on rear BNCs for cascading multiple Astral ARX8 units. 
• USB-A port for thumb drives, keyboards, transmitter pairing, and timecode syncing. Supports USB hubs. 
• On-the-fly audio output routing changes directly from the Astral HH and Astral TX. Ideal for talkback, guitar tuning etc.  
• Ad-hoc handoff of transmitters’ Nexlink control between Astral receivers, ideal for large reality shows 
• Flexible tone routing matrix
  

What's In The Box:

• Sound Devices Astral ARX8 4-Channel Digital Wireless Receiver (169 to 1525 MHz)
• 2 x Sound Devices A20-Monarch Wideband Omnidirectional Antenna (470 to 1600 MHz)
• 2 x Articulating Arm for Mounting A20-Monarch Antenna
• 2 x BNC to BNC Antenna Cable (30")
• 2 x 2.4 GHz Antenna
• 2 x Sound Devices A20-2.4G Ant+Mount SMA Antenna with Mount and Cable for A20-Nexus (Single, 2.4 GHz)
• Plastic SFP Cage Protective Cover
• 4 x Rubber Feet
• 2 x Promo Sticker
• Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty (Extends 1 Additional Year upon Product Registration)