SOUND DEVICES SL-2

Sound Devices SL-2 — Dual SuperSlot Wireless Module for 8-Series Mixer-Recorders

Streamline your bag with the SL-2 Dual SuperSlot Wireless Module. This two slot-in wireless receiver integration system easily mounts to the top panel of any 8-Series mixer-recorder (833, 888, or Scorpio). UniSlot and SuperSlot™ wireless receivers from a variety of manufacturers are accepted, including Sound Devices, Audio Ltd, Lectrosonics, Sennheiser, Shure, Sony, and Wisycom.

The SuperSlot protocol supports up to four channels of wireless audio per slot. The 8-Series mixer-recorder supplies power to the SL-2 and slotted-in receivers — no external DC connector needed. Analog or digital audio is sent from the receivers into the mixer-recorder via the expansion port, reducing messy cabling for power and audio connectivity.

Key Features

• Compatible with the 833, 888, and Scorpio
• Accepts two UniSlot or SuperSlot wireless receivers from:
  • Sound Devices Astral ARX2
  • Audio Ltd A10-RX
  • Lectrosonics SRb (with audio board update), SRc, SRc-941, SRb5P/SRc5P (Slot A only)
  • Sennheiser EK-6042 (no scan support)
  • Shure ADX5D
  • Sony DWR-S03D
  • Wisycom MCR42 (with SLK42-IKSS rear panel adapter), MCR54
• Up to 8 channels of wireless audio — when used with two Wisycom MCR54 receivers (4 channels per slot)
• Built-in antenna distribution with antenna powering for active antennas or boosters (12 V bias up to 500 mA per SMA port)
• Menu-selectable RF filtering from 8-Series UI: Wideband bypass, 470-614 MHz, 542-694 MHz, 606-770 MHz, 770-960 MHz, 1240-1525 MHz
• RF input attenuators: 0 to -18 dB in 6 dB steps, menu-selectable
• RF Scan with visual representation of the RF spectrum
• Monitor transmitter battery, receiver audio, and RF levels via 8-Series interface
• Supports remote control of third-party smart antennas (Wisycom-compatible serial for ADFA, LFA powered antennas)
• Two auxiliary MCX antenna ports for connecting other receivers or RF distribution
• Two TA3 AES3 inputs for an additional 4 channels of digital audio (110-ohm balanced)
• Two Hirose 4-pin DC outputs (500 mA each, 6-18 VDC passed through from host) for powering additional equipment
• Auto-power management: 8-Series automatically powers slot-in receivers on/off with the mixer-recorder; auto-sets analog/digital output and gain for max dynamic range
• Quick receiver locking mechanism — no adapter plate or screws needed (saves weight in your bag)
• Rugged, lightweight, compact design — same width as the 833

Specifications

• Powering: Via 8-Series mixer-recorder expansion port (no external power)
• Idle consumption: 1.3 W (without receiver or antenna)
• Antenna impedance: 50 ohms
• Antenna powering: 12 V bias, 200 mA, menu-selectable on/off
• RF filter ranges: Wideband bypass (low-pass > 1.7 GHz), 470-614 MHz, 542-694 MHz, 606-770 MHz, 770-960 MHz, 1240-1525 MHz
• RF input attenuators: 0 to -18 dB, 6 dB steps
• DC outputs: 2× Hirose 4-pin, 500 mA max each, 6-18 VDC pass-through
• AES3 inputs: 2× TA3 connectors, 110 ohms balanced, for 4 additional digital audio channels
• Auxiliary antenna ports: 2× MCX
• Dimensions: 4.5 × 21.3 × 13.1 cm (H × W × D)
• Weight: 0.61 kg (without packaging)

Important compatibility notes:

• The SL-2 will not work with the 6-Series or MixPre II Series
• The SL-2 cannot be used in conjunction with an SL-6 on a Scorpio
• The SL-2 utilizes the same expansion port as the XL-AES, so simultaneous use is not possible

2-year warranty when registered at sounddevices.com.