Audix CBLM315 - 15 Meter Shielded CAT7 Interface Cable for M3 System
The Audix CBLM315 is a high-performance interface cable specifically designed to meet the demanding requirements of professional audio installations, particularly for the Audix M3 three-element ceiling microphone system. Measuring 15 meters in length, this cable is more than just a network cable; it's a critical engineering component designed to carry high-fidelity audio signals without loss or interference, ensuring that voice clarity and sound purity remain intact from capture to processing.
Manufactured to the CAT7 standard, this cable offers superior data and signal transmission capacity compared to conventional categories. Its internal construction features four individually shielded twisted pairs, providing exceptional immunity against radio frequency interference (RFI) and electromagnetic interference (EMI). This is crucial in corporate, educational, or government environments where Wi-Fi networks, LED lighting, and other electronic devices can generate unwanted noise in the audio chain.
In addition to its acoustic performance, the CBLM315 stands out for its safety and compliance with building regulations. It features a Plenum -rated enclosure, manufactured with special low-smoke, fire-resistant materials. This allows for its safe installation in air handling areas (such as suspended ceilings and ductwork) without the need for additional ductwork, meeting the stringent fire safety codes common in commercial and institutional buildings.
Main features
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Superior signal integrity: Designed to support simultaneous transmission of multiple channels of high-quality analog audio required by the M3 microphone's tri-element system.
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Advanced shielding: The CAT7 architecture with shielding on the twisted pairs virtually eliminates background noise, hum, and crosstalk, ensuring studio-quality sound.
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Certified safety: The Plenum coating makes it suitable for permanent installations on ceilings and walls, meeting essential safety regulations for architects and integrators.
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Robust connectivity: Equipped with high-quality RJ45 connectors that ensure a firm fit and stable connection between the microphone junction box (JBM3) and the breakout cable.
Benefits for the integrator and the end user
For systems integrators , the Audix CBLM315 simplifies installation by offering a certified plug-and-play solution that eliminates the uncertainty of field-fabricated cables. Its flexibility and durability facilitate routing through complex infrastructures. For end users , the benefit is transparent yet vital: a clear and uninterrupted communication experience during video conferences or recordings, where the technology becomes invisible and only the voice remains.
Use cases
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Conference rooms and boardrooms: Reliable connection between the M3 ceiling microphones and the audiovisual equipment rack located at a medium distance.
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Distance education classrooms: Clean signal transport in university environments where audio clarity is essential for remote learning.
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Medical facilities and operating rooms: Environments with a high density of electronic equipment where the extra shielding of CAT7 is necessary to avoid interference in critical communication.
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Courts and hearing rooms: Recording of legal proceedings where an immaculate and secure audio record is required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this cable be used to connect any network device?
Although it complies with the CAT7 standard and uses RJ45 connectors, the CBLM315 is specifically optimized and certified for balanced analog audio transport within the Audix M3 microphone ecosystem. Its use for this purpose is recommended to ensure the audio quality promised by the manufacturer.
What does it mean to be "Plenum"?
This means the cable is coated with a special fire-resistant material that emits little smoke in case of combustion. It is mandatory in many building codes for cables installed in plenum spaces above ceilings where building air circulates.
Is it compatible with other Audix microphones?
It is primarily designed as the link between the plenum junction box (JBM3) and the M3 system output adapter cable. While it is a standard CAT7 cable in its physical specifications, its primary use is as a replacement or dedicated extension for this product line.
Project description
15-meter Category 7 (CAT7) interface cable designed for interconnecting ceiling microphone systems. Constructed with four individually shielded twisted pairs for maximum RF/EMI immunity. Terminated with high-quality RJ45 connectors. Plenum-rated outer jacket for safe installation in air handling units and suspended ceilings. Optimized for lossless, balanced, multi-channel analog audio transmission.
