Rode TX-XLR - Wireless Transmitter for microphone XLR Reporter

The wireless transmitter for XLR microphones

Røde TX-XLR

wich compose the wireless system RØDELink Røde Newsshooter Kit for handheld microphones

presents many interesting functions, the first of them is that you will resolve the problems caused by cables between the microphone holder and the audio recording source (camera, reflex, camcorder, digital MP3 recorder, smartphone...)!

Connected directly on the XLR plug of the microphone (or throught an adaptor), this smart small device will faslty seduce you!

This wireless transmitter can be powered by AA batteries or, to offer a more important autonomy, with a Sony NP-F type battery (like the Sony NP-FV50).

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The Røde TX-XLR transmitter connects to the XLR 3-PIN microphone input.

Adaptors exist, in addition to 3-Pin to 5-Pin adaptors, or to other formats from other manufacturers, there is too the Røde VXLR which allows output in Røde Micon™ format.
For example to switch from a handheld microphone, as the Røde Reporter, to a Lavalier microphone, as the Røde Lavalier !

Only one transmitter for different kinds of microphones, for different kinds of works!

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The present product needs a receiver placed on the recording source : the Røde RX-CAM

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We can read here or there

The transmitter (TX-XLR) easily connects to handheld presentation microphones as well as shotgun microphones, with a 3.5mm input and headphone output.
It can power the XLR microphone (48V Phantom P48) (ndcouillaler : the autonomy just will be reduced because of this, dependign of the power needings of the devices).

The TX can be powered either by 2 x AA batteries, a suitable USB power source via the Micro USB connector, or Sony NP-F series camera batteries.

• Locking XLR (optional P48 phantom power) or 3.5mm inputs
• Internal antenna
• Series II 2.4GHz digital frequency with encrypted signal
• OLED display – clearly visible device settings
• Status LED
• Four step gain selection (0, 10, 20, 30dB)
• Headphone output for monitoring
• Continuously power and update firmware via Micro USB
• Power via 2 x AA (6 hours/4 hours with P48) or Sony NP-F battery (NP-F970 provides 16 hours/12 hours with P48)

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But, what does RØDELink means exactly ?

RØDELink (https://www.rode.com/rodelink) represents the next generation of digital wireless systems. Using a Series II 2.4GHz digital transmission with 128-bit encryption, it is able to constantly monitor and hop between frequencies to maintain the strongest possible signal level at a range of up to 100 meters** (over 100 yards).

** range estimations based on optimal environment

UP TO 100 METRE RANGE**

RØDELink is so intuitive that it works straight out of the box, with no channel selection necessary. For users with multiple RØDELink devices the system offers eight discreet channels that can be set up in seconds.

Powerful & secure

Using a Series II 2.4GHz encrypted digital transmission that is sent on two channels simultaneously, RØDELink automatically selects the strongest signal and ensures your audio is as reliable and secure as a cabled connection.

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We can read here or there (about the Newshooter Kit)

The RØDELink Newsshooter Kit provides everything you need to start shooting video wirelessly with XLR microphones, including a camera-mounted receiver and an XLR transmitter :

• The receiver (RX-CAM) features an OLED display with information on level, battery status (receiver and transmitter), mute and channel selection. The unit can be mounted on a standard camera shoe mount (ndcouillaler : adaptors exist for the Sony Active Interface Shoe (AIS) or for the Sony Multi-Interface Shoe (MIS)), 3/8" thread (ndcouillaler : here, adaptors to 5/8" exist too) or belt-clip, and for added versatility the shoe mount can be located in one of two positions.
• The transmitter (TX-XLR) easily connects to handheld presentation microphones as well as shotgun microphones, with a 3.5mm input and headphone output.
  It can power the XLR microphone (48V Phantom P48) (ndcouillaler : the autonomy just will be reduced because of this, dependign of the power needings of the devices).

The RX can be powered either by 2 x AA batteries or a suitable USB power source via the Micro USB connector.

• Series II, 2.4GHz digital transmission
• 128-bit encryption
• Up to 100 metres range*
• OLED display (on receiver)
• One touch pairing
• Five level gain control
• AA battery, NP-F battery or USB powered
• Locking XLR input and headphone output on transmitter

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Specifications

• Transmission type : 2.4GHz axed frequency agile system
• System dynamic range : 112dB
• Frequency range : 35Hz - 22kHz
• Range (distance) : 100m*
• Maximum output level : 1v rms (2.8v p-p)
• Max input signal level : 1v rms (2.8v p-p)
• Max latency : 4ms
• Power source : 2 x AA, NP-F battery and USB Power
• Antenna Internal
• Input connection : XLR with lock, 3.5mm TRS jack socket with thread lock
• Input power : XLR - P48 phantom, 3.5mm - 4V ‘plug in’ power
• Input impedance : 10k ohms
• Dimensions : 120mm H x 45mm W x 45mm D
• Weight 222g