Cloud Electronics CX261 Single Zone Pre Amp Mixer, 6-Line/2-Mic Inputs
The Cloud CX261 1-Zone rack mixer is the ideal solution for leisure, licensed, commercial and retail environments that require a professional multi-input audio mixer.
The Cloud CX261 is a 1U rack-mounting stereo audio mixer intended for multi-purpose areas where simple control of high-quality background music needs to be combined with a flexible range of paging options.
The CX261 mixes any one of six stereo line inputs with one or two microphone inputs. Separate front panel controls for music source selection, music level and mic levels are provided. Either music level only, or music source and level may be controlled remotely if wished using standard Cloud RL Series or RSL Series remote control plates. In addition to the main stereo output, there is a transformer-isolated mono auxiliary output which is suitable for providing a MOH (Music On Hold) output to a telephone system. All outputs are balanced at line level.
LINE 1 input may be switched (on the rear panel) to an alternative front-panel 3.5 mm jack socket, to permit convenient connection of an MP3 player, laptop or similar portable audio source. A front panel LED confirms its selection. This input is provided with an independent front panel gain control and LED signal level indication.
The CX261 is fully compatible with the Cloud PM Series of paging microphones. The mixer may also be configured to operate with third-party paging systems: either mic input may be enabled via a simple short-to-ground access connection. This may be bypassed if wished, in which case the mic inputs are always active. A switchable isolating transformer configures MIC 1 input for direct connection to a telephone system, enabling paging messages to originate from an extension. Mic-over-music priority (Automatic Voice-Over) may be selected by internal jumper, and may be triggered either by the access connector or automatically by a mic signal (VOX mode). Additionally, MIC 1 may be set to have priority over MIC 2. Phantom power is available at either mic input (set by internal jumper). Bi-colour LEDs indicating signal level are fitted to the rear panel to aid mic gain adjustment.
LINE 6 input may be set to have priority over any other selected music input to facilitate connection of a jukebox, digital sound store or similar device. One of three release times (up to 12 seconds) may be selected by internal jumper, to unobtrusively restore the original music source.
EQ cards to suit a range of popular installation loudspeakers from various manufacturers may be fitted to either or both channels of the main output. In common with most Cloud products, a Music Mute Input is provided, which may permit compliance with local Fire Authority regulations; the microphone inputs remain active when the Music Mute is applied.
Cloud CX261 Key Features
- Six (unbalanced) stereo line inputs with individual gain control
- Two electronically-balanced mic inputs
- Front panel control of music source/level and mic level
- Front panel input (3.5mm jack) for MP3 player
- HF & LF EQ adjustment for music and mic inputs
- MIC 1 input configurable as transformer-isolated line input
- MIC 1 priority over MIC 2 (selectable)
- Short-to-ground access connector
- Selectable LINE 6 priority with choice of release times
- Music mute control input (NO or NC)
- Compatible with standard Cloud remote control panels
- Electronically-balanced stereo main output
- Transformer-isolated mono auxiliary output
- Aux output source selection (internal jumper)
- Optional Bose EQ cards available
- 1U 19'' rack mounting unit
The Cloud CX261 1-Zone rack mixer is the ideal solution for leisure, licensed, commercial and retail environments that require a professional multi-input audio mixer.
The Cloud CX261 is a 1U rack-mounting stereo audio mixer intended for multi-purpose areas where simple control of high-quality background music needs to be combined with a flexible range of paging options.
The CX261 mixes any one of six stereo line inputs with one or two microphone inputs. Separate front panel controls for music source selection, music level and mic levels are provided. Either music level only, or music source and level may be controlled remotely if wished using standard Cloud RL Series or RSL Series remote control plates. In addition to the main stereo output, there is a transformer-isolated mono auxiliary output which is suitable for providing a MOH (Music On Hold) output to a telephone system. All outputs are balanced at line level.
LINE 1 input may be switched (on the rear panel) to an alternative front-panel 3.5 mm jack socket, to permit convenient connection of an MP3 player, laptop or similar portable audio source. A front panel LED confirms its selection. This input is provided with an independent front panel gain control and LED signal level indication.
The CX261 is fully compatible with the Cloud PM Series of paging microphones. The mixer may also be configured to operate with third-party paging systems: either mic input may be enabled via a simple short-to-ground access connection. This may be bypassed if wished, in which case the mic inputs are always active. A switchable isolating transformer configures MIC 1 input for direct connection to a telephone system, enabling paging messages to originate from an extension. Mic-over-music priority (Automatic Voice-Over) may be selected by internal jumper, and may be triggered either by the access connector or automatically by a mic signal (VOX mode). Additionally, MIC 1 may be set to have priority over MIC 2. Phantom power is available at either mic input (set by internal jumper). Bi-colour LEDs indicating signal level are fitted to the rear panel to aid mic gain adjustment.
LINE 6 input may be set to have priority over any other selected music input to facilitate connection of a jukebox, digital sound store or similar device. One of three release times (up to 12 seconds) may be selected by internal jumper, to unobtrusively restore the original music source.
EQ cards to suit a range of popular installation loudspeakers from various manufacturers may be fitted to either or both channels of the main output. In common with most Cloud products, a Music Mute Input is provided, which may permit compliance with local Fire Authority regulations; the microphone inputs remain active when the Music Mute is applied.
Cloud CX261 Key Features
- Six (unbalanced) stereo line inputs with individual gain control
- Two electronically-balanced mic inputs
- Front panel control of music source/level and mic level
- Front panel input (3.5mm jack) for MP3 player
- HF & LF EQ adjustment for music and mic inputs
- MIC 1 input configurable as transformer-isolated line input
- MIC 1 priority over MIC 2 (selectable)
- Short-to-ground access connector
- Selectable LINE 6 priority with choice of release times
- Music mute control input (NO or NC)
- Compatible with standard Cloud remote control panels
- Electronically-balanced stereo main output
- Transformer-isolated mono auxiliary output
- Aux output source selection (internal jumper)
- Optional Bose EQ cards available
- 1U 19'' rack mounting unit
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Important notice for non-UK orders: Any order being shipping outside of the UK will incur an import tax. See below for more information.
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We operate during office hours, Mon-Fri, 9am - 5pm, and are closed during the weekend.
Orders placed over the weekend or Friday after cut-off will be processed and shipped the following Monday (or Tuesday during bank holidays).
Mainland UK Delivery Charges
Note: Next-day services are classed as working days (Mon-Fri) and do not include weekends. Please choose Saturday delivery if you require the item over the weekend.
Please also note orders with a high number of boxes may be subject to an additional charge.
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Offshore & International
We ship to Scottish Highlands, Islands, Ireland and the EU. Please see the table below for base prices. Please note that these prices are subject to change based on the number of boxes.
The following postcodes fall under 'Highlands & Islands', and are subject to the above rates/lead time.
- Scottish Highlands: FK17-21, IV1-39, IV52-54, IV63, KW1-14, PA21-40 (excluding PA38), PH19-26, PH30-41, PH49-50
- Scottish Islands: HS1-9, IV40-51, IV55-56, KA27-28, KW15-17, PA20, PA38, PA41-49, PA60-78, PH42-44, ZE1-3
If a UK Mainland next-day service is selected at checkout, please be aware that it won't be sent on that service.
If you require a next-day service to Northern Ireland and the highlands, get in touch so we can assist further.
EU Import Tax
Any goods shipped outside of the UK, over a certain value, will incur an import tax. The cost and rate will depend on the country and the order value.
This is a legal requirement and MUST be paid prior to delivery in order to receive your goods. You will be contacted by the courier once the order is dispatched to pay the fee.
Failure to pay import tax when applicable will result in the order being shipped back to Audio Volt. Any returned goods sent back to us due to non-payment of import tax are NOT ELIGIBLE for a refund on the shipping charge.
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Delivery Notes
On delivery, you must inspect the goods carefully for damage as Audio Volt is unable to accept responsibility for damage in transit, shortage of delivery or loss of products unless the customer advises Audio Volt of such within three working days from the date of delivery.
60 Day Returns Policy
We ask that you follow these guidelines to help us process your return as quickly and efficiently as possible:
- Please keep your order reference to hand. This confirms your original order and gives us the necessary details to authorise the product's return.
- Contact our Customer Services Team on 02476 369890 (or email info@audiovolt.co.uk). We will then send you an RMA number and a returns form, which needs to be completed and sent back with the returned item(s).
- If the order has been unpacked, re-package it to ensure that it is being returned in its original condition. Please make sure all items relating to the product are returned, including manuals and cables.
- When returning an item, please obtain a proof of postage receipt from the courier.
Returned items must be mailed within 10 days of when the RMA number has been issued. Items received with a post date 30 days after your requested return will NOT be eligible for refund.
Please note: our returns policy is quite straightforward, but there are a number of conditions that we ask our customers to comply with before applying:
- It is your responsibility to request a return. If you don't tell us you want to make a return, we don't know. Once you do tell us, we will do everything we can to action it.
- If you have not requested a return within 60 days of receiving an order, we will assume that you are intending to keep it, and we will not authorise a return.
- We always refund the payment according to how the original purchase was made and aim to do so within 72 hours of the return being received by us.
- Returned goods are liable for a restocking fee of 15% towards handling and repackaging if the order is not returned in its original, unopened packaging. This charge will be subject to our inspection of the returned goods.
- Delivery charges will not be refunded unless the delivered goods are faulty.
- Replacement products are dispatched immediately after the returned goods have been received and accepted by Audio Volt.
- Items that develop a fault within 30 days of delivery are eligible for a replacement or a refund. Delivery costs are also reimbursed for faulty items. Please contact our Customer Services Team on 02476 369890 if you believe your item has developed a fault.
Finally, please remember that notifying us of your intention to apply for a return, saving the delivery paperwork and keeping the order in its original packaging will help both you and Audio Volt to process the return quickly.
Any Questions?
If you have any questions about our returns policy, please telephone us on 02476 369890 or email us at info@audiovolt.co.uk.
We operate during office hours, Mon-Fri, 9am - 5pm, and are closed during the weekend.
