Astral TX FAQ
General
How does the Astral TX compare to other Sound Devices transmitters in size and weight?
The table below details the size and weight for the different transmitters:
A10-TX Astral TX Astral Mini
- 3.3 x 2.5 x 0.7 in
- 8.3 x 6.4 x 1.8 cm
Weight
- 3.2 oz (without batteries)
- 104 g (without batteries)
- 3.3 x 2.5 x 0.71 in
- 8.5 x 6.4 x 1.81 cm
Weight
- 3.2 oz (without batteries)
- 98 g (without batteries)
- 2.98 x 1.88 x 0.74 in
- 7.58 x 4.8 x 1.9 cm
Weight
- 1.6 oz (without batteries)
- 51 g (without batteries)
Powering
What are the battery powering options
The table below details operational characteristics for the different recommended AA battery chemistries:
Battery Chemistry Recommended Model Required No. of Batteries Chargeable in the Astral TX NiMH Eneloop or Eneloop Pro 3 No Alkaline Energizer or Duracell 3 No Lithium Primary Energizer Ultimate Lithium 3 No Li-Ion Sound Devices 14500, 3.7V, 1200mAh 1, 2, or 3 Yes