PD-Connex CX03-20 - 20m Schuko to Powerconnector / XLR Audio and Power Combi Cable
The PD-Connex CX03-20 is a professional and highly efficient solution designed to simplify the connection of active audio equipment. This 20-meter combo cable integrates both the power cable and the balanced audio signal cable into a single, heavy-duty cable. Thanks to its all-in-one design, it eliminates the need for two separate cables, drastically optimizing setup and teardown times and creating a much cleaner, more organized, and safer work environment. It is the ideal choice for live sound professionals, rental companies, installers, and studios seeking reliability and practicality.
Main Features
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2-in-1 All-in-One Solution: Combines a power cable and a balanced audio signal cable into a single flexible sheath, reducing clutter and potential tangles.
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Professional Length: Its 20 meters in length provide a wide reach, perfect for stages, conference rooms and medium to large-sized venues.
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High-Quality Connectors: Equipped with robust and reliable connectors to ensure a secure and stable connection. One end features a male Schuko plug for the mains power supply and a 3-pin female XLR connector for the audio signal. The other end has a Type A (blue) Powerconnector and a 3-pin male XLR connector, the standard configuration for most active speakers and professional lighting equipment.
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Safe and Reliable Power Supply: The power cable has a cross-section of 3x 1.50 mm², capable of supporting a current of up to 16 amps, guaranteeing a stable and safe power supply for high-power equipment.
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Pure Audio Signal: The signal cable is balanced and protected with effective shielding that minimizes electromagnetic (EMI) and radio frequency (RFI) interference, ensuring clean, noise-free audio transmission, even over long distances.
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Robust Construction: The outer hose is both tough and flexible, designed to withstand the demands of continuous use on tours, at events, and in fixed installations.
Benefits for the Sound Professional
The intelligent design of the PD-Connex CX03-20 translates into direct advantages for technicians and professionals in the sector:
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Quick and Efficient Setup: Cuts the time and effort required to connect speakers on a stage or at an event in half. A single cable per speaker means faster and easier installation.
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Organization and Safety: A less congested environment is a safer environment. It minimizes the risk of tripping hazards and accidental disconnections, and also provides a much more professional appearance.
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Guaranteed Reliability: Built with quality components, this cable is designed to deliver consistent, fail-safe performance, crucial in live sound applications where there is no room for error.
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Application Versatility: Although ideal for active speakers, it is also a perfect solution for stage monitors, lighting moving heads using DMX and Powerconnector, and other audiovisual equipment that requires separate power and signal.
Use Cases
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Live Sound: The essential tool for connecting active PA systems and stage monitors from the mixing console or signal processors.
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Fixed Installations: Provides a clean and discreet cabling solution for theaters, auditoriums, conference rooms, music venues and places of worship.
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Recording Studios: Perfect for connecting active reference monitors, keeping the workspace tidy.
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Rental and Event Companies: An essential component in any audiovisual equipment inventory due to its durability, reliability, and the efficiency it brings to any setup.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use this cable to connect a passive speaker?
No, this cable is designed exclusively for active (self-powered) speakers, which require both an audio signal and a separate power supply to operate.
Is it compatible with any brand of active speaker?
Yes, it's compatible with the vast majority of professional active speakers on the market, provided they have a Powerconnector A (blue) power input and an XLR signal input. This is the industry standard configuration.
Is the signal cable balanced?
Yes, the cable uses 3-pin XLR connectors and is internally designed to carry a balanced audio signal, which is crucial to prevent noise and interference over long distances such as 20 meters.
Is it recommended to splice several cables to achieve greater length?
Extending combined cables in this manner is not recommended, as it could compromise the integrity of the audio signal and the safety of the power connection. It is always preferable to use a cable of the appropriate length for the application.
Project description
This 20-meter combination cable features a 10.8 mm diameter outer sheath. It integrates a power cable with three 1.50 mm² conductors (maximum capacity of 16A) and a balanced audio signal cable. The signal cable consists of 8 x 0.2 mm conductors and 64 x 0.08 mm shielding for interference protection. The power connectors are a male Schuko plug and a 3-pin female XLR connector. The equipment connectors are a Type A power connector and a 3-pin male XLR connector.
