Understanding Phantom Power Limits

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Every Xilica Solaro and Gio device has specific phantom power limitations. Staying within these limits ensures optimal performance and extends product life.

Power Limitations by Device

Device

Maximum Phantom Power

QR1/QR1-UC

75mA

FR1/FR1-D

100mA

Gio XLR

28mA

Why This Matters

Exceeding these limits can lead to:

  • Elevated internal temperatures

  • Reduced product lifespan

  • Potential system instability

Managing Your Power Budget

  1. Check each microphone's datasheet for its phantom power requirements

  2. Add up the total milliamp usage across all connected microphones

  3. Ensure the total remains below your device's maximum limit

Software Assistance

Xilica Designer will provide warnings based on your configuration, but these are estimates only. The software:

  • Calculates usage based on active phantom powered channels

  • Uses average specifications for its estimates

  • Cannot detect actual real-world current draw

Always verify your calculations against the actual microphone specifications for the most reliable system design.