A20-NEXUS – True diversity receiver

Product

Sound Devices Astral ARX16 Wireless Receiver – Scalable, Smart, and SpectraBand-Ready

Astral ARX16 is a state-of-the-art digital wireless receiver designed for professional film, broadcast, and live sound applications. With SpectraBand™ tuning (169–1525 MHz), true-diversity architecture, and NexLink™ remote control, the A20-Nexus offers unmatched scalability, audio quality, and workflow efficiency. Expandable from 8 to 12 or 16 channels, it’s the ultimate receiver for demanding multi-channel productions.

Features

• SpectraBand™ Tuning: Covers 169–1525 MHz for global frequency flexibility.
• Scalable Architecture: Start with 8 channels, expand to 12 or 16 via software licenses.
• True-Diversity Reception: Ultra-reliable signal performance in challenging RF environments.
• NexLink™ Remote Control: Long-range transmitter control and timecode sync.
• Dante Audio-over-IP: Seamless integration with IP-based audio networks.
• Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer (RTSA): Built-in scanning and frequency coordination.
• AutoAssign Function: Automatically finds and assigns clean frequencies to transmitters.
• Flexible Powering: Supports PoE+, DC input, AC mains, or 8-Series mixer power.
• Web App Control: Full remote operation from any browser-enabled device.
• Modular Design: Detachable RF section for remote placement and flexible rigging.
• Dual DB-25 Outputs: 16 channels of analog, AES, or Dante audio routing.

Specs

• Frequency Range: 169–1525 MHz
• Channels: 8 (expandable to 12 or 16)
• Audio Bandwidth: 10 Hz – 20 kHz
• Display: 6.2” color OLED touchscreen
• Dimensions: 8.0” x 6.6” x 1.6” (½ rack size)
• Control Interfaces: NexLink, Web App, Dante, DB-25, SFP optical networking

Ideal for Film sets, broadcast studios, live events, and multi-channel audio production.