Introduction – Studio Technologies 5110 V.3.0 User Manual
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Model 5110 User Guide
Issue 6, October 2012
Studio Technologies, Inc.
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Model 5110
Mic/Line Input Module
Introduction
The Model 5110 Mic/Line Input Module 
is a compact, self-contained 2-channel 
module intended for use in custom broad-
cast, live-performance, and general audio 
applications. Offering a “building block” 
of resources, the Model 5110 provides 
two channels of high-performance audio 
capability in an easy-to-use yet technically 
sophisticated package. The module’s basic 
functions include selectable input gain, 
48 volt phantom power, status LED indi-
cators, and analog and digital audio out-
puts. Module operation requires only an 
externally-provided source of 12 volts DC. 
Advanced features include user control 
“lock out” and remote monitoring/control 
capability.
Applications for the Model 5110 include 
sports broadcasting booth packages, 
remote news gathering “fly-packs,” stadium 
audio/video interface (I/O) locations, and 
government/corporate/performance space 
infrastructure projects. The number of 
Model 5110 modules used in a project can 
vary widely—from one to dozens. And in 
each case the Model 5110’s performance 
will be completely “pro” with audio quality, 
reliability, and installation flexibility match-
ing that of large-scale consoles, routers, 
and transport resources. Typical applica-
tions will find the Model 5110’s analog and 
digital outputs being interfaced with inputs 
on fiber-optic transport modules, audio/
video routers, and broadcast/production 
consoles.
Model 5110 Mic/Line Input Modules do not 
include a mounting enclosure or chassis. 
They are intended for mounting in custom 
19-inch rack panels, equipment boxes, 
broadcast furniture, or other specialized 
settings. It is expected that integration 
firms will create applications that use 
Model 5110 modules as part of complete 
broadcast, production, corporate, and 
government solutions.
Two microphone or line-level audio signals 
can be connected to the Model 5110’s 
front panel XLR connectors. Using the 
front-panel pushbutton switches, the sensi-
tivity of each input can be adjusted to one 
of four gain settings: line (0 dB), 15 dB, 
30 dB, or 45 dB. To support high-perfor-
mance microphones +48 volt phantom 
power can be selected as required. Status 
LEDs are provided to display the current 
settings of the sensitivity and phantom 
power. A 7-segment LED level meter is 
also provided for each channel.
Figure 1. Model 5110S Mic/Line Input Module Front and Back Views
