Symetrix 80-0212 xIn XLR 2, White, US

Product Overview

The Symetrix 80-0212 xIn XLR 2 is a Decora-style Dante wall plate endpoint providing two balanced XLR microphone/line inputs in a US single-gang form factor. Designed for two-microphone installations at podiums, panel tables, conference tables, and presentation walls, this dual-input XLR Dante wall plate converts two simultaneous balanced analog signals to Dante network audio streams without requiring analog cable runs back to the equipment rack. The xIn XLR 2 integrates natively with Symetrix Radius NX, Prism, EDGE, and Server D100 DSP platforms and is configured through Symetrix Composer. Available in white finish for installations where light-colored faceplates are specified.

Product Description

The xIn XLR 2 mounts in a standard US single-gang electrical back box and presents a white Decora faceplate with two female XLR connectors. Two microphones or line-level sources connect directly to the wall plate, and both signals are converted to Dante audio streams for delivery over the IP network to the room's Symetrix DSP. This eliminates two separate balanced analog cable runs from the presentation point back to a rack-mounted DSP or preamplifier, replacing them with a single Cat cable to the nearest network switch. This approach is well suited to panel discussions, dual-presenter scenarios, or any installation requiring two independent microphone inputs at a single wall location. Composer handles all routing, gain, and DSP processing for both channels. W-Series wall controllers (W1–W4) can be used alongside the wall plate for local volume and mute control.

Key Features

• 2 XLR Balanced Inputs — Accepts two simultaneous microphone or line-level signals via standard XLR connectors, converting both to Dante network audio streams.
• Dante Network Audio — Both input channels stream independently over Dante, allowing separate routing and processing for each source in Symetrix Composer.
• Eliminates Dual Analog Runs — Replaces two long balanced analog cable runs from source to rack with a single Cat cable to the nearest network switch.
• Decora Single-Gang US Form Factor — Mounts in a standard US single-gang back box for a professional, consistent wall plate appearance.
• Symetrix Composer Integration — Both channels are fully configurable within Composer for gain staging, routing, and DSP processing on Radius NX, Prism, EDGE, and Server D100.
• W-Series Wall Controller Support — Compatible with Symetrix W1–W4 wall controllers for local room volume and mute control.
• Two-Microphone Panel Support — Suited for dual-presenter setups, panel discussions, and Q&A podiums where two independent mic inputs are needed at one location.
• White Finish — Coordinates with white Decora wall plates and light-finish AV furniture throughout the installation.

Typical Applications

• Conference room dual-microphone podium or table input
• Boardroom panel discussion two-mic wall plate
• House of worship dual lectern or chancel microphone connection
• Government or municipal chamber dual-microphone wall point
• Training room two-presenter microphone input station
• Auditorium stage or dais dual-mic Dante endpoint

Technical Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the xIn XLR 2 provide any outputs?

A: No. The xIn XLR 2 is an input-only device with two XLR inputs. For a wall plate that includes both input and output, see the xIO XLR 1x1 (one in/one out) or xIO XLR 2x2 (two in/two out).

Q: Does the XLR input support phantom power for condenser microphones?

A: Phantom power support should be verified in the Symetrix xIn XLR 2 technical documentation. Contact Creation Networks or Symetrix for confirmation.

Q: Which DSP platforms are compatible?

A: The xIn XLR 2 is compatible with Symetrix Radius NX, Prism, EDGE, and Server D100, configured via Symetrix Composer.

Q: Can both XLR channels be routed independently in the DSP?

A: Yes. Each XLR input appears as an independent Dante channel in Composer, allowing separate gain staging, routing, and DSP processing for each microphone or source.

Q: What is the difference between the US and Euro versions of the xIn XLR 2?

A: The 80-0212 (White US) and 80-0224 (Black US) fit standard US single-gang back boxes. The 80-0215 (White Euro) and 80-0227 (Black Euro) fit European standard gang boxes. Functionality is identical across all variants.