Audix CBLM3100 - CAT7 Plenum Interface Cable for M3 System (100 meters)
The Audix CBLM3100 is a high-performance Category 7 (CAT7) interface cable, specifically designed to ensure absolute signal integrity in professional audio installations and, in particular, as an essential component of the Audix M3 ceiling microphone system. With a length of 100 meters, this cable allows for the connection of audio components located at long distances without suffering from the signal loss, radio frequency interference (RFI), or electromagnetic interference (EMI) that commonly affect lower-category cables in corporate or industrial environments.
In the world of audiovisual integration, cabling quality is just as critical as the microphone itself. The CBLM3100 stands out for its robust construction and Plenum certification, making it the safe and compliant choice for installations that run through air handling units (false ceilings). Its four individually shielded twisted pairs ensure that the M3 microphone's tri-element signal reaches the DSP or mixer with crystal clarity, preserving vocal nuances even over long cable runs.
Main features
This cable has been manufactured to Audix's most demanding standards to meet the needs of sound engineers and system integrators:
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High Speed CAT7 Certification: Offers superior bandwidth and optimized transmission speed, far exceeding Cat5e and Cat6 standards, which is vital for latency-free multi-channel audio transmission.
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Superior Shielding (S/FTP): Features four pairs of shielded twisted-pair cables. This architecture protects the signal against noise generated by fluorescent lights, HVAC systems, and nearby Wi-Fi networks.
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Plenum Classified Jacket: The outer coating is made of special flame retardant and low smoke emission materials, complying with fire safety regulations for permanent installations on ceilings and walls.
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Extended Length of 100 Meters: Provides the maximum reach allowed by structured copper cabling standards, ideal for connecting large conference rooms with centralized control rooms.
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Precision RJ45 Connectivity: Equipped with high-quality RJ45 connectors that ensure a firm fit and consistent conductivity in the microphone junction box and target equipment.
Benefits for the installation
Using the Audix CBLM3100 brings peace of mind and reliability to any integration project:
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Regulatory Safety: Being a Plenum cable, it avoids problems with safety inspections in commercial buildings, schools and hospitals, where standard PVC cabling is usually prohibited in false ceilings.
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Noise-Free Audio: The Cat7 architecture eliminates crosstalk and electrical hum, ensuring that the audio captured by the high-sensitivity microphones reaches the processor clean.
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Long-Term Durability: Designed to withstand the test of time in fixed installations, preventing signal degradation that would necessitate costly cable replacements in the future.
Ideal use cases
Although it is the native companion for the Audix M3 microphone, its specifications make it ideal for various scenarios:
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Conference and Meeting Rooms: Connection between ceiling microphones and the AV equipment rack located in another room or floor.
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Operating rooms and hospitals: Environments where there is a large amount of electronic equipment and total shielding against interference is required.
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Auditoriums and Educational Centers: For long cable runs where the reliability of voice transmission is critical for distance learning.
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Recording and Broadcast Studios: As a backbone network cable for digital audio systems that require Cat7 specifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this cable only compatible with the Audix M3 microphone?
Although it is designed and certified for the M3 system (connecting the Plenum junction box with the breakout cable), it is a standard CAT7 cable with RJ45 connectors, so it can work in any network that requires these high-level specifications.
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What does it mean for the cable to be "Plenum"?
This means the cable's sheathing is treated to be fire-resistant and will not emit toxic fumes when burned. It is required in many building codes for cables installed in areas with air conditioning.
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Can I cut the cable if I have extra meters?
Yes, like any network cable, it can be cut and re-crimped with suitable shielded RJ45 connectors by a professional installer, although maintaining factory integrity is recommended whenever possible.
Project description
This 100-meter Category 7 (CAT7) network interface cable is designed for professional audio applications and fixed installations. It features a four-pair individually shielded twisted-pair (S/FTP) construction for maximum rejection of electromagnetic and radio frequency interference (EMI/RFI). The cable has a Plenum-rated (CMP) jacket suitable for installation in air handling spaces in compliance with fire safety regulations. Terminated with high-quality RJ45 connectors, this cable is optimized for interconnecting ceiling microphone junction boxes (such as the Audix M3 series) with signal processing devices or network interfaces, ensuring bandwidth up to 600 MHz and support for high-speed data transmission.
