The CM-AESX3 is a passive “one-to-three” splitter housed in a small but robust aluminium box. It is designed to split a single AES3 digital audio source to up to three destinations, using Neutrik XLR connectors. The CM-AESX3 provides solutions to a range of digital signal distribution problems, where correct termination is essential to maintain signal integrity. The input signal is split through high quality transformers, and 110Ω termination can be applied, if desired, to unconnected outputs. The CM-AESX3 requires no power to operate, ensuring your audio remains connected from source to destination(s) without interruption from power failures. Switchable 110Ω termination for unconnected outputs.
Product Features
1x AES3 input (XLR).
3x AES3 outputs (XLR).
No power needed.
Switchable 110Ω termination for unconnected outputs.
Transformer based solution provides reliability.
Typical Applications
Distribution of AES3 source to 3 mixing consoles.
Product Category
Passive Splitters
Technical Specifications
CM-AESX3: Cable Drive Capability
The table below sets out the minimum signal amplitude required to drive 100m (cumulative) of 110Ω twisted pair cable, based on the sample rate of the digital audio:
Sample Rate Minimum Signal Amplitude
32kHz: *2Vpk-pk
44.1kHz: *2Vpk-pk
48kHz: *2Vpk-pk
88.2kHz: 5Vpk-pk
96kHz: 5Vpk-pk
* Minimum of 2Vpk-pk is defined by the AES3 format specification.
The table below sets out the minimum signal amplitude required to drive 30m (cumulative) of 110Ω twisted pair cable, based on the sample rate of the digital audio:
176.4kHz: 3Vpk-pk
192kHz: 3Vpk-pk
Audio Specification
Input & Output Impedances: 110Ω
Insertion Loss: 0.17dB 1:1, 1.3dB 1:3
Impedance Match: +/- 2%
Max Signal 10 V P-P: Up to 96kHz
Attenuation Loss: 0.17dB 1:1, 6.2dB 1:3
Connections
Inputs: 1 x XLR 3 pin female
Outputs: 3 x XLR 3 pin male
Equipment Type
CM-AESX3: Single 3 way AES/EBU passive splitter with XLR connectors.
Physical Specification
Dimensions (Raw): 7.7cm (W) x 8.3cm (D) x 4.2cm (H)
Dimensions (Raw): 3.0” (W) x 3.3” (D) x 1.7” (H)
Dimensions (Boxed): 22.9cm (W) x 12.7cm (D) x 7.6cm (H)
Dimensions (Boxed): 9.0” (W) x 5.0” (D) x 3.0” (H)
