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Intelix Audisey Athena Matrix Mixer Amplifier

The Intelix Audisey Athena combines the performance of a true matrix mixer with the flexibility and digital signal processing of a digital amplifier--all in a single, intuitive package.

Available in 8 inputs by 8 outputs or 16 inputs by 16 outputs, the Athena features built-in audio preamplification, input signal processing, true matrix mixing, output signal processing, and either eight or sixteen channels of independent power amplification. The Athena provides users with up to 128 system presets, 64 input DSP presets per channel, and 64 output DSP presets per channel via the front panel, USB, serial, or over the internet. Real-time event scheduling software provides additional versatility.

The Audisey Athena's amplifier provides a pure digital audio path and is 93% heat efficient. Complete short-circuit, thermal, and over-current automatic fault recovery ensure piece of mind.

Mix, process, amplify and control in a single chassis. Design with Intelix and Design with Intelligence.

 
 

Athena Downloads

Athena Technical Specifications
Athena Installation Manual
Athena-8 Arch. Specifications
Athena-16 Arch. Specifications
Athena Design Guide

 

 

Audisey Athena Feature Focus
Mix, process, amplify, and control in a single chassis. The Audisey Athena combines a true matrix mixer, audio preamplfier, DSP processor, and multi-channel amplifier in a single 3RU chassis. The Athena eliminates the need to wire and program several independent boxes.

Extensive control options. The Audisey Athena provides a myriad of user control options and configurations:

  • a front panel LCD and toggle wheel allow users to adjust volume and trigger presets
  • an ethernet provides software control from anywhere with an Internet connection
  • dual serial connectors provide computer and serial device connectivity
  • a front panel USB connector provides easy computer software control
  • a PCMCIA card slot provides optional logic control with the addition of an Intelix Logic I/O Card
  • AMX, Crestron, and Cue compatible
Dual SPDIF connectors. The Audisey Athena features two SPDIF inputs and two SPDIF outputs for digital applications.
Battery backup. All response curves, presets, and current audio matrix values are stored internally in battery-backed nonvolatile RAM. Even in the event of a power failure, the Athena saves its settings, ramping all levels back to their previous values five seconds after power restoration.

Input and output DSP. The Audisey Athena provides both input and output digital signal processing (DSP), including:

  • input preamplification
  • input gain control
  • input 3-band parametric EQ
  • output high and low shelf tone control
  • output 5-band parametric EQ
  • output channel volume
  • time delay
  • compressor/limiter
Simultaneous line-level and amplified outputs. The Audisey Athena features paralleled line-level monitor outputs and amplified speaker outputs, allowing audio to be sent to both speakers and line-level devices simultaneously. Each amplifier output features software selectable amplification up to 100 watts per channel (400 watts total in the Athena-8, 800 watts total in the Athena-16). For 25 or 70 volt systems, the Audisey 70V-AM module provides one-step transformer conversion.
Software. Free Audisey Athena Designer Software allows you to monitor, control, and troubleshoot an entire Athena system from any remote location with an internet connection. Included real-time event scheduling software allows you to program repetitive or unique audio activities in a simple platform closely resembling standard PDA scheduling software.
Pre-programmed remote controls. Intelix Remote Control Packs are complete, pre-programmed remote control systems including wiring accessories, IR to serial control modules, and push-button remote controls. Designed for the Intelix Audisey Athena matrix mixer/amplifier, Intelix Remote Control Packs feature visual and auditory feedback, multiple label options, and password protection.
Security. To ensure only legitimate users connect to and control the Audisey Athena matrix mixer/amplifier, Athena Designer Software includes an authorized client list providing internal firewall protection from unauthorized ethernet connections.

 

 

Features

Mix, process, amplify, and control in a single chassis
8x8 or 16x16 models
8 or 16 independent channels of amplfication
Up to 100 watts per channel
Front panel control
Dual SPDIF inputs and outputs
Mic or line level inputs
15V phantom power
Optional 70V transformer processor
Simultaneous line and amplfied outputs
Input and output DSP
True crosspoint matrix mixing
Compressor/limiter
Up to 128 system presets
Up to 64 DSP presets per channel
Real-time event scheduling
Serial, USB, and ethernet control
Optional PCMCIA logic control
All-inclusive design, installation, and control software

 

 

Audisey Athena Accessories
MARC Comet-8 Relay Station
COMET-8-LOGIC Relay Station
The Intelix COMET-8-LOGIC is the relay station and interface for routing contact closure logic commands to the Intelix MARC matrix.
Audisey Remote Control Packs
Intelix Remote Control Packs are complete, pre-programmed remote control systems including wiring accessories, IR to serial control modules, and push-button remote controls. Designed for the Intelix Audisey Athena matrix mixer/amplifier, Intelix Remote Control Packs feature visual and auditory feedback, multiple label options, and password protection.
Audisey 70V-AM
The Intelix Audisey 70V-AM provides eight 70 volt outputs for the Intelix Audisey Athena matrix mixer/amplifier. One 70V-AM module is required with an Athena-8 system and two 70V-AM modules are required with an Athena-16 system. The 70V-AM features a rack and panel style connector, providing a single quick connection point between the Athena and the 70V-AM module.
Audisey 70V-AM Breakout Cable
The Intelix 70V-AM-BRKOUT breakout cable allows the Intelix 70V-AM transformer module to be used with hardware other than the Intelix Audisey Athena matrix mixer/amplifier.
Audisey Athena Designer Software
Intelix Audisey Athena Designer Software is a unique, all-inclusive platform designed for the system designer, programmer, and installer. Audisey Athena Designer Software is included free with every Athena matrix purchase.
InteliTool Programming Software
Intelix InteliTool Software generates RS232 strings for quick and easy programming. By stepping through a series of simple menus, the programmer can progressively define specific functions and the Programmer’s InteliTool will generate a control string which can be copied for placement in the control program.

 

 

Quick Links

InteliTool Software Page
Remote Control Pack Page

Audisey 70V-AM Technical Specifications

 

Audisey Athena Designer Software

Intelix Audisey Athena Designer Software is a unique, all-inclusive platform designed for the system designer, programmer, and installer. Even the most complex audio routing tasks are simplified through intuitive, user-friendly software screens.

Audisey Athena Designer Software contains all the embedded complex logic for configuring audio crosspoint levels, programming up to 128 user presets and 16 DSP presets per channel, user control assignments, and repetitive or unique audio activities through real-time event scheduling. Athena software even provides live control, monitoring, diagnostics, and trouble-shooting from anywhere with an internet connection...and the software 100% free.

 

Audisey Athena Designer Software

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Audisey Athena Model Specification

The Audisey Athena is available in two different models: the Athena-8 and the Athena-16. The two models are identical except:

  • Athena-8 features 8 inputs, 8 monitor outputs, and 8 amplifier outputs with up to 100 watts per channel (400 watts total)
  • Athena-16 features 16 inputs, 16 monitor outputs, and 16 amplifier outputs with up to 100 watts per channel (800 watts total)
 
 
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Audisey Athena System Drawing

 

 

Audisey Athena Technical Information
Audisey Athena Line Drawing
Athena-16 Matrix Mixer/Amplifier
Specifications

General

Power Requirements internal 120-240 VAC; 60-50 Hz 7A
Rack Spaces 3RU
Average Shipping Weight 24 lbs. (9.2 kg)
Intelix Part Number

Athena-8 (eight channel)
Athena-16 (sixteen channel)

 Inputs

Input Connector Style Phoenix terminal strip
Frequency Response +/- 0.5 dB from 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Dynamic Range greater than 105 dB
Crosstalk better than -90 dB
Input Impedance 20 kOhms (electronically balanced)
10 kOhms (unbalanced)
Nominal Source Impedance less than or equal to 600 ohms
Nominal Input Level +4dBu RMS
Maximum Input Level +26 dBu RMS
Maximum Voltage Gain 60 dB
Equivalent Input Noise -129 dB @ 50 ohms 20 Hz to 20 kHz (mic preamp stage)
Phantom Power +15 VDC
Signal to Noise Ref +26dBV @ 54dB; system gain = 90dB
VCA Control Range 100 dB (attenuation only)
Input Gain/Trim Range 60 dB
Processing
Input Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Input preamplfication, gain control, and 3-band parametric EQ
EQ Center Frequency 255 steps between 20 Hz and 20 kHz
EQ Quality Factor greater than 0.5 and less than 10
EQ per Channel Filter Gain -60 dB to +6 dB
Output Digital Signal Processing (DSP) High and low shelf tone control, 5-band parametric EQ, time delay, compressor/limiter, and channel output volume
Tone Corner Frequency Adjustment 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Tone Gain -10 to 9.55 dB
Speaker Align Time Delay 0 ms to 3.98 ms
Compressor Threshold 0 dB to -90 dB
Compressor Attack Time 1 ms to 100 ms
Compressor Release Time 1 ms to 100 ms
Compressor Ratio 1 ms to 100 ms
Matrix Mixing Ramping/slewing and linear/log control taper
Matrix Control Mix control at every corsspoint
Gain -100 dB to 0 dB
Outputs
Amplifier Output Connector Style Terminal strip
Monitor Output Connector Style Phoenix terminal strip
Monitor Output Impedance 440 Ohms (electronically balanced)
220 Ohms (unbalanced)
Nominal Load Impedance 600 Ohms
Nominal Level +4dBu RMS
Output Master Volume Range -100 dB to 0 dB
Output Channel Volume Range -88 dB to +12 dB
Maximum Level +26dBu RMS (balanced)
+20dBV RMS (unbalanced)
Athena-8 Speaker Outputs 100 watts per channel maximum, 400 watts total per matrix for distribution; 70 volt distribution systems require 70V-AM module
Athena-16 Speaker Outputs 100 watts per channel maximum, 800 watts total per matrix for distribution; 70 volt distribution systems require 70V-AM module
Amplifier Efficiency 93% efficient
Amplifier Class Class-D

 

 
 
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