Audio Box XLR Installation Guide: Single and Dual Balanced Connection

XLR Single Connection (Unbalanced) Installation Guide

Overview: This guide explains how to install an unbalanced XLR connector on your Audio Box. Follow these steps carefully to ensure proper setup.

Parts Included:

• XLR board (1)
• Screws (6)
• 13/16” spade bit

Tools Required:

• Drill
• Phillips screwdriver

Installation Steps:

1. Remove the Faceplate: Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the six screws securing the Audio Box faceplate. Lift the faceplate off the unit.
   
2. Mark the Drilling Spot: Measure 2 3/4" from the left edge and 1 1/2" up from the bottom edge of the Audio Box. Mark this spot with a pencil.
   
3. Drill the Hole: Using a drill with the 13/16” spade bit, carefully drill a hole at the marked spot. Wear safety glasses during this step.
   
4. Insert the XLR Board: Feed the XLR board through the drilled hole until it sits flush with the Audio Box surface.
   
5. Secure the XLR Board: Fasten the XLR board with the provided screws at the top-left and bottom-right positions using the drill.
   
6. Connect the Cables:
   • Locate and disconnect the J5 cable from the Audio Box.
   • Connect the XLR cable to J5 and the CN2 port on the XLR board.
   • Plug the original J5 cable into the CN3 port on the XLR board.
   
7. Reattach the Faceplate: Position the faceplate back onto the Audio Box and secure it with the six screws. Tighten gently to avoid stripping.

Completion: Your unbalanced XLR connector is now installed and ready for use.

XLR Dual Connection (Left/Right Balanced) Installation Guide

Overview: This guide explains how to install dual balanced XLR connectors (left and right channels) on your Audio Box.

Parts Included:

• Dual XLR boards (2)
• Screws (6)
• 13/16” spade bit

Tools Required:

• Drill
• Phillips screwdriver

Installation Steps:

1. Remove the Faceplate: Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the six screws from the Audio Box faceplate and lift it off.
   
2. Mark the Drilling Spots: Measure 1 3/8” from both the left and right edges of the Audio Box, and 1 1/2” up from the bottom edge. Mark both spots.
   
3. Drill the Holes: Using the 13/16” spade bit, drill holes at both marked spots. Wear safety glasses.
   
4. Insert the XLR Boards: Insert one XLR board into each drilled hole until they sit flush with the surface.
   
5. Secure the XLR Boards: Fasten each XLR board with screws at the top-left and bottom-right positions using the drill.
   
6. Connect the Cables:
   • Disconnect the J5 cable from the Audio Box.
     
   • Connect this cable to the male XLR connector on one board.
   • Attach the 6” XLR cable from the second board to J5 on the Audio Box.
     
7. Reattach the Faceplate: Replace the faceplate and secure it with the six screws. Tighten gently.

Completion: Your dual balanced XLR connectors are now installed and ready for use.