Symetrix 80-0070 Zone Mix 761

Product Overview

The Symetrix 80-0070 Zone Mix 761 is a commercial-grade multi-zone audio DSP mixer designed for background music distribution, paging, and zone volume management in retail, restaurant, office, and hospitality environments. With 6 mic/line inputs, a dedicated paging input, and 6 independently controllable output zones, the Zone Mix 761 provides everything needed to distribute audio to multiple areas of a facility while maintaining paging priority and allowing zone-level volume control from Symetrix ARC wall panels. It is a purpose-built multi-zone commercial audio processor for facilities managers and AV integrators managing distributed background audio in commercial spaces.

Product Description

The Zone Mix 761’s name reflects its core I/O architecture: 7 inputs (6 mic/line plus 1 paging), 6 output zones, and 1 chassis in a standard 1U rack-mount form factor. Background music sources connect to the mic/line inputs, and the dedicated paging input accepts priority audio from paging amplifiers or announcement systems. When paging audio is detected, the Zone Mix 761 automatically attenuates background music across designated zones to ensure paging intelligibility—a critical function in retail, restaurant, and office environments with active overhead paging. Each of the six output zones delivers independently controlled audio, allowing different rooms or areas to receive different source assignments or volume levels. Symetrix ARC wall panels connect to each zone for local volume control by staff or room occupants without requiring access to the equipment rack. Processing includes EQ, mixing, and level management across all channels. The 1U rack-mount chassis integrates cleanly into standard equipment racks in IT closets, AV rooms, or back-of-house equipment spaces.

Key Features

• 6 Mic/Line Inputs — Accepts background music sources, microphones, or line-level inputs from media players, streaming devices, or other audio sources for distribution across zones.
• Dedicated Paging Input with Priority Override — Automatic paging priority attenuates or mutes background music in selected zones when a page is initiated, ensuring clear announcement intelligibility throughout the facility.
• 6 Independent Output Zones — Each zone delivers independently controlled audio, enabling different source selections and volume levels for separate areas such as dining rooms, lobbies, offices, and common areas.
• ARC Wall Panel Compatibility — Supports Symetrix ARC local control panels at each zone, allowing staff or occupants to adjust volume without touching the equipment rack.
• Onboard EQ and Level Processing — Per-channel equalization and level management ensure consistent, tonally balanced audio across all zones and source types.
• 1U Rack-Mount Form Factor — Standard rack width for installation in back-of-house equipment rooms, IT closets, and commercial AV equipment racks.
• Purpose-Built for Commercial Audio Distribution — Designed specifically for multi-zone BGM and paging applications, with a signal flow optimized for commercial hospitality and retail environments rather than conferencing.

Typical Applications

• Retail store background music distribution and paging
• Restaurant and hospitality multi-zone audio systems
• Corporate office BGM and overhead paging
• Commercial meeting spaces with zone audio control
• Multi-purpose rooms requiring independent zone volume management
• House of worship lobby and overflow room audio distribution

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How does paging priority work on the Zone Mix 761?

A: When audio is present on the dedicated paging input, the Zone Mix 761 automatically reduces or mutes background music on designated output zones according to the configured priority behavior. This ensures paging announcements remain intelligible without requiring manual operator intervention.

Q: Can individual zones be set to different volume levels independently?

A: Yes. Each of the six output zones has independent level control, enabling different volume settings for different areas of a facility. ARC wall panels at each zone allow local adjustment by staff without accessing the equipment rack.

Q: What ARC wall panels are compatible with the Zone Mix 761?

A: The Zone Mix 761 is compatible with the Symetrix ARC range of wall-mount control panels, including volume knob models and multi-button preset panels. Contact Creation Networks for guidance on selecting the right ARC panel for each zone application.

Q: Can the Zone Mix 761 be integrated with a third-party control system?

A: Yes. Third-party control systems including Crestron and AMX can interface with the Zone Mix 761 via RS-232 or compatible control interfaces using the Symetrix control protocol to trigger source changes, zone muting, and volume adjustments.

Q: Is the Zone Mix 761 suitable for conferencing applications?

A: The Zone Mix 761 is optimized for BGM distribution and paging, not conferencing. It does not include AEC, AGC, or USB-B audio. For conferencing DSP, the Symetrix Radius NX series is the appropriate choice.

Q: What warranty does the Zone Mix 761 carry?

A: Symetrix provides a five-year limited warranty. Contact Creation Networks for warranty registration and authorized service support.