Radial Engineering Catapult Mini TX

Description

<p><img alt="The Catapult Mini is a compact 4-channel audio snake that allows analog audio signals to be sent over standard Cat 5 or Cat 6 STP (Shielded Twisted Pair) cable. " src="https://www.algameko.com/images/uploads//GRAD8001883.jpg" title="The Catapult Mini is a compact 4-channel audio snake that allows analog audio signals to be sent over standard Cat 5 or Cat 6 STP (Shielded Twisted Pair) cable. "></p><h1 style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Radial Catapult Mini TX </strong>is a passive audio <strong>transmitter </strong>that handles up to <strong>4 balanced signals</strong> over a single <strong>Cat 5/6 cable</strong>. It features XLR inputs and outputs, built-in Ground Lift, and color-coded breakout cables. Compact and lightweight, it ensures reliable and tidy transmissions in professional installations.</h1><h2><strong>Key Features</strong></h2><ul style="margin-left: 17px;"> <li><strong>Send four analog audio channels over a single Cat 5/6 cable</strong></li> <li><strong>Can work with existing cable systems</strong></li> <li><strong>Compact and lightweight, yet durable and robust</strong></li> <li><strong>Economical Cat 5/6 cable replaces bulky multi-channel audio snakes</strong></li></ul><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><img align="" height="" src="/filer/sharing/1766150888/11520/" title="" width=""></strong></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Catapult Mini TX </strong>behaves like a typical four-channel audio snake; it allows you to send microphone or line-level signals from one location to another without signal loss, noise, interference, or digital audio conversion. What makes the Catapult system unique is its use of widely available, lightweight, and inexpensive Cat 5 Ethernet cable. Simply connect a shielded Cat 5 cable between any two Catapult modules, which will use the analog conductors of the cable to deliver four balanced audio lines to any destination.</p><h3><strong>Analog audio over Cat 5 cabling</strong></h3><p>Catapult Mini TX works like a traditional four-channel audio snake, allowing you to send microphone or line-level signals from one point to another without loss of quality, noise, interference, or the need for digital conversion. What sets the Catapult system apart is its use of Cat 5 Ethernet cable: lightweight, inexpensive, and readily available. Simply connect a shielded Cat 5 cable between two Catapult modules to get four balanced audio lines ready for use.</p><h3><strong>Passive direct-wired operation</strong></h3><p>Catapult modules do not require power and maintain the signal completely analog, eliminating the need for digital conversions. The direct connection from the XLR connectors to the RJ45 connector on Cat 5 cable ensures a clean signal transfer, without coloration or distortion.</p><h3><strong>Utilize existing cable installations</strong></h3><p>Many buildings already have Cat 5 cabling, which allows it to be used to transmit audio between distant rooms without installing new cables. This avoids bulky and expensive audio multicore cables, instead benefiting from the existing network for quick and tidy connections.</p><h3><strong>Mix & Match</strong></h3><p>All Radial Catapult modules are compatible with each other and are sold individually, allowing you to create the most suitable combination for your needs. Catapult Mini RX and TX can be used together to create a compact 4-channel audio snake. Alternatively, if you want a stage box for microphones but prefer a smaller breakout to fit into the mixer case, you can combine Catapult TX4 with Catapult Mini RX. The variety of available modules allows you to freely configure transmission and reception for any application.</p><h2><u><strong>Catapult Mini - Applications</strong></u></h2><h3><strong>Using Mini TX with Mini RX</strong></h3><p style="text-align: center;"><img align="" height="" src="/filer/sharing/1766151360/11521/" title="You can directly connect Mini TX and RX with a single Cat 5 cable, creating an effective 4-channel analog audio snake capable of delivering balanced signals over long distances with high audio quality." width=""></p><p>You can directly connect Mini TX and RX with a single Cat 5 cable, creating an effective 4-channel analog audio snake capable of delivering balanced signals over long distances with high audio quality.</p><p><strong>Using Mini TX with Mini RX</strong></p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><img align="" height="" src="/filer/sharing/1766151484/11522/" title="You can directly connect Mini TX and RX with a single Cat 5 cable, creating a robust 4-channel analog audio snake capable of delivering balanced signals over long distances with high audio quality." width=""></strong></p><p>You can directly connect Mini TX and RX with a single Cat 5 cable, creating a robust 4-channel analog audio snake capable of delivering balanced signals over long distances with high audio quality.</p><p><strong>Using Mini RX with Catapult TX4</strong></p><p style="text-align: center;"><img align="" height="" src="/filer/sharing/1766151657/11523/" title="You can use Catapult TX4 together with Mini RX to send audio signals from the stage to the FOH console. The Catapult TX4 acts as a stage box for connecting microphones, while the Mini RX is so compact it can be stored in a mixer case, with its XLR connectors ready for direct connection. If you need to split signals on stage, you can use Catapult modules with transformer isolation: the TX4M for microphone signals or the TX4L for line-level operation." width=""></p><p style="text-align: justify;">You can use <strong>Catapult TX4</strong> together with the <strong>Mini RX</strong> to send audio signals from the stage to the <strong>FOH</strong> console. The Catapult TX4 acts as a stage box for connecting microphones, while the Mini RX is so compact that it can be stored in a mixer case, with its XLR connectors ready for direct connection. If you need to <strong>split</strong> signals on stage, you can use Catapult modules with transformer isolation: the <strong>TX4M</strong> for microphone signals or the <strong>TX4L</strong> for line-level operation.</p><p><strong>Using Mini TX with Catapult RX4</strong></p><p style="text-align: center;"><img align="" height="" src="/filer/sharing/1766151780/11524/" title="Mini TX can be used together with the Catapult RX4 to send output signals from a console to a remotely located power amplifier rack. To eliminate any stray DC voltages and prevent unwanted noise in the system, the RX4L model integrates line-level isolation transformers, which reduce hum and hiss. It also features four direct XLR outputs, useful for powering additional devices such as a recording interface. For isolating microphone-level signals, the RX4M model is available." width=""></p><p><strong>Mini TX</strong> can be used together with the <strong>Catapult RX4</strong> to send output signals from a console to a remotely located power amplifier rack. To eliminate any stray DC voltages and prevent unwanted noise in the system, the <strong>RX4L</strong> model integrates line-level isolation transformers, which reduce hum and hiss. It also features four direct XLR outputs, useful for powering additional devices such as a recording interface. For isolating microphone-level signals, the <strong>RX4M</strong> model is available.</p><h3><strong>Using Mini TX with Catapult RX4</strong></h3><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><img align="" height="" src="/filer/sharing/1766151780/11524/" title="Mini TX can be used together with the Catapult RX4 to send output signals from a console to a remotely located power amplifier rack. To eliminate any stray DC voltages and prevent unwanted noise in the system, the RX4L model integrates line-level isolation transformers, which reduce hum and hiss. It also features four direct XLR outputs, useful for powering additional devices such as a recording interface. For isolating microphone-level signals, the RX4M model is available." width=""></strong></p><p><strong>Mini TX</strong> can be used together with the <strong>Catapult RX4</strong> to send output signals from a console to a remotely located power amplifier rack. To eliminate any stray DC voltages and prevent unwanted noise in the system, the <strong>RX4L</strong> model integrates line-level isolation transformers, which reduce hum and hiss. It also features four direct XLR outputs, useful for powering additional devices such as a recording interface. For isolating microphone-level signals, the <strong>RX4M</strong> model is available.</p><h3><strong>Using Mini Catapult with an existing network</strong></h3><p><img align="" height="" src="/filer/sharing/1766151932/11525/" title="You can utilize existing Ethernet cables in a building to send audio from one room to another, without the need for new installations or additional cables creating clutter. It is important to remember that signals between two Catapult modules cannot pass through a network switch, as this would interrupt the analog audio signal." width=""></p><p style="text-align: justify;">You can utilize existing Ethernet cables in a building to send audio from one room to another, without the need for new installations or additional cables creating clutter. It is important to remember that signals between two Catapult modules <strong>cannot pass through a network switch</strong>, as this would interrupt the analog audio signal.</p><h2 style="text-align: justify;"><u><strong>Catapult Mini Technical Specifications</strong></u></h2><ul> <li>Audio circuit type: Passive Splitter</li> <li>Frequency response: 7Hz ~ 20KHz</li> <li>Dynamic range: 140dB</li> <li>Total harmonic distortion: 0.0005% @ 1kHz</li> <li>Common Mode Rejection Ratio: &gt;103dB</li> <li>Maximum input level: +35dBu</li></ul><p><strong>Features</strong></p><ul> <li>Ground lift</li> <li>Input connectors: XLR, TRS, RJ45 (model dependent)</li> <li>Output connectors: XLR, TRS, RJ45 (model dependent)</li></ul><p><strong>General Specifications</strong></p><ul> <li>Construction: 16-gauge steel chassis and outer shell</li> <li>Dimensions (L x W x D): 105 x 40 x 33mm - 4.125" x 1.56" x 1.31"</li> <li>Weight: 0.4kg 0.85lb</li> <li>Power supply: Passive, no power required</li> <li>Operating conditions: Dry locations only between 5°C and 40°C</li></ul>