AD3
Gather and report news. Capture audio for film and television. Secure all the comments from the interview. But do so with impeccable audio quality and RF performance while taking advantage of wide-tuning and encryption with an Axient Digital plug-on transmitter. Take any wired microphone and make it wireless for any number of reasons and purposes. Axient Digital AD3 plug-on wireless transmitter. Portable, professional quality.
Product Details
The Axient Digital AD3 plug-on transmitter transforms any microphone into an advanced, portable Axient Digital AD Series wireless microphone, delivering impeccable audio quality and RF performance, wide-tuning, and encryption features. Compatible with Axient Digital AD4D and AD4Q receivers in Standard or High Density modes, AD3 features a custom, fast, and secure XLR connector design, support for both AA and Shure SB900-series rechargeable battery options, and simple, user-friendly controls and menus. The AD3 is housed in a lightweight, rugged, metal chassis and is designed to resist sweat, moisture, and debris.
• Patent-pending locking XLR connector for secure connection
• OLED display with easy-to-navigate menu and controls
• Rugged metal construction that is resistant to dust and moisture
• Automatic input staging optimises gain setting
• AES 256-bit encryption-enabled for secure transmission
• 300 feet (100 meter) line-of-sight operating range
• Selectable modulation modes optimise performance for spectral efficiency
o Standard – Optimal coverage, low latency
o High density – Dramatic increase in max system channel count
• Switchable power levels (2/10/35 mW, region dependent)
• AA battery (included) or Shure SB900 rechargeable battery (sold separately) options
• Optional Shure SB900 lithium-ion rechargeable battery option provides up to 8 hours of continuous use, precision metering, and zero memory effect
• External power and charging option over USB-C port
• Included: 2 x AA alkaline batteries, USB-A to USB-C cable, belt clip/pouch, and zippered bag for storage
Accessories
SB900B
Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery
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AD4D
AD4D Two-Channel Digital Wireless Receiver
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AD4Q
AD4Q Four-Channel Digital Wireless Receiver
Compatible with all AD series and ADX series transmitters.
ADX5D
Axient® Digital Dual-Channel Portable Wireless Receiver
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