American Audio Mixer Q2422 MKII Limited User Manual
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Q-2422 MKII Limited
Professional Preamp Mixer
4295 Charter Street
Los Angeles Ca. 90058
www.americanaudio.us
User Guide
and Reference Manual
12/04
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MAIN FEATURES....................................................................................................................................2
ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS................................................................................................................4
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS........................................................................................................................5
INTRODUCTION.............................................................. ......................................................................6
SET-UP PRECAUTIONS.........................................................................................................................6
UNPACKING.........................................................................................................................................7
QUICK START...........................
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FUNCTIONS AND CONTROLS
FRONT PANEL...................................
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REAR PANEL........................
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CLEANING.............. .......................... ........................... ................................................... 17
CROSSFADER REPLACEMENT.........
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TROUBLESHOOTING...................................................................................................................... 18
WARRANTY............................................................... ..........................................................................19
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................... ..................................................................20
Q-2422 MKII LIMITED™ CONTENTS
• Equipped with high quality Crossfader
(Replaceable)
• Optical Detecting Fader for Q-Start Control
• High Power Headphone Output
• Selectable Voltage 115v~230v
• 3 Channel Mixer
• 2 Phono, 4 Line, 3 Auxiliary Inputs
• 2 Microphone Input - (1) XLR/ 1/4" combo
plug, (1) 1/4" Input Jacks
• Volume Control for each Mic
• Master Balance Control
• 12v BNC Light Connector for Gooseneck
Light
• Fader "Q" Start
• On/Off Button Controls Fader "Q" Start
Function (for use with the American Audio
CD Players with Fader "Q" Start) • Rotary Kills for Treble, Bass & Mids
on all three channels
• Individual Channel Gain Control
• Convenient "L" Shape Design
• Extremely clean signal to noise ratio
• Talkover switch- Reduces channel output
gain by 14dB +/- 2 dB
• Independent Zone Level Output
• Stereo LED Level Indicator
• Split Cue Monitoring
• Cue Mixing
• Balanced XLR Master Output
• 4 Signal Output Options - Master (RCA and
Balanced XLR), Zone (RCA)
and
REC (RCA)
Specifications subject to change without notice.
Q-2422 MKII LIMITED™ FEATURES
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NOTE: This product satisfies FCC
regulations when shielded cables
and connectors are used to con
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nect the unit to other equipment.
To prevent electromagnetic inter
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ference with electrical appliances
such as radios and televisions, use
shielded cables and connectors
for connections.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
UNIT TO RAIN, LIQUIDS, OR MOISTURE
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH
AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE, OR
OTHER TYPE OF ELECTRICAL OUTLET
UNLESS THE WIDE BLADES CAN BE
CAREFULLY INSERTED INTO A MATCHING
WIDE SLOT.
ATTENTION: POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS
ELECTRIQUES NE PAS UTILISER CETTE
FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN PROLON-
GATEUR, UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU
UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF
SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A
FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A
DECOUVERT.
Q-2422 MKII LIMITED™ ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH
LINE VOLTAGE SELECTION
• The desired voltage may be set with the
VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch on the rear
panel (using a flat head screw driver).
• Do not force the VOLTAGE SELECTOR
switch as this may cause damage
• If the VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch does
not move smoothly, please contact a quali-
fied service technician.
The serial and model number for this unit is
located on the rear panel. Please write down
the numbers here and retain for future refer
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ence.
Model No._____________________________
Serial No._____________________________
Purchase Notes:
Date of Purchase_______________________
Dealer Name__________________________
Dealer Address_________________________
_____________________________________
_____________________________________
Dealer Phone__________________________
SERIALNO:MODELNO:Q-2422POWERSOURCE:115/230V~50/60Hz13WMKII
MADEINCHINA
MINMAXTRIMOUTPUT
AB
BOOTH
©American Audio® - www.americanaudio.us - Q-2422 MKII Limited User Instructions page 4 Q-2422 MKII LIMITED™ ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPEN CAUTION The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within anequilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to thepresence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. READ INSTRUCTIONS — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS — The safety and operatin g instructions should be retained for future reference. HEED WARNINGS — All warnings on the product andin the operating instructions should be adhered to. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS — All operating and use instructions should be followed. CLEANING — T he product should be cleaned only witha polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Never clean withfurniture wax, benzine, insecticides or other volatile liquids since they may corrode the cabinet.A TTACHMENTS — Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. WATER AND MOISTURE — Do not use this product near water — for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like. ACCESSORIES — Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child oradult, and serious damage to the product. Use onlywith a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product shouldfollow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. CART — A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn. VENTILATION — Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to. POWER SOURCES — This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. LOCATIO N – The appliance should be installed in a stable location. NONUSE PERIOD S – The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left un- used for a long period of time. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION • If this product is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other), it will fit into the outlet only one way. Thisis a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plugfully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. • If this product is equipped with a three-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin, it will only fit into a grounding type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug. POWER-CORD PROTECTION - Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING — If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides informatio nwith regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, c o n n e c t i o n t o g r o u n d i n g e l e c t r o d e s , a n d requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure A. LIGHTNING — For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges. POWER LINES — An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.OVERLOADING — Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY - Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. SERVICING — Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: • W hen the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. •If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.•If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation. •If the product has been dropped or damaged in anyway. • W hen the product exhibits a distinct change in performance — this indicates a need for service. REPLACEMENT PARTS -- When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electri c shock, or other hazards. SAFETY CHECK - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition. WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING — The product should not be mounted to a wall or ceiling. HEAT — The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNI T (NEC SECTION 810-20) GROUNDING CONDUCTOR S (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT Fig. A NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE C A U T I O N : T O R E D U C E T H E R I S K O F E L E C T R I C SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). T H E R E A R E N O U S E R S E R V I C E A B L E P A R T S INSIDE REFER SERVICE TO YOUR AUTHORIZED AMERICAN AUDIO® SERVICE TECHNICIAN.
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1. For adult use only - Keep out of the reach
of children.
2. Water and Moisture - The player should not
be used near water - for example, near a bath
tub, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet
base-
ment or near a swimming pool, etc.
Do not
spill water or other liquids in to or on to your
mixer.
3. Ventilation - The Mixer should be situ
ated
so that its location or position does not inter
-
fere with its proper ventilation. For
example,
the Mixer should not be situated on a bed,
sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the
ventilation openings; or, placed in a built-in
installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that
may impede the flow of air through the ventila
-
tion openings.
4. Heat - The Mixer should be situated away
from heat sources such as radiators, heat reg
-
isters, stoves, or other appliances (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
5. Power Sources - The Mixer should be con
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nected to a power supply (
wall outlet) only of
the type described in the operating instructions
or as marked on the Mixer.
6. Servicing -The user should not attempt to
service the Mixer beyond that described in the
operating instructions. There are no user ser
-
viceable parts
inside. All other servicing should
be referred to qualified service personnel. The
Player should be serviced by qualified service
personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has
been damaged.
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been
spilled into the Mixer.
C. The Mixer has been exposed to rain
or water.
D. The Mixer does not appear to operate
normally or exhibits a marked change
in performance.
7. Never disassemble or modify your unit in
any way, doing so will void your manufactures
warranty.
Q-2422 MKII LIMITED™ SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
8. Never plug this mixer in to a dimmer pack.
9. Do not let insecticides, benzene, or thinner
come in contact with the surface of the
unit.
10. This unit is intended for indoor use only, use
of this product outdoors voids all warranties.
11. Always mount this unit in safe and stable
matter.
12. Disconnect from main power before making
any type of connection.
13. Cleaning - The mixer should be cleaned
only as recommended by the manufacturer.
U se a soft cloth to wipe down the outside of the
unit.
For stubborn stains moisten a soft cloth
with glass cleaner or other mild detergent to
wipe
away any stains. Use a soft cloth to wipe
any
residual cleaner. Never use volatile clean-
ers such as benzene
, solvent, or thinner to clean
your
unit, these cleaners will damage the units
surface.
14. Handle the power supply cord carefully. Do
not damage or deform; it may cause electric
shock or malfunction when used. Hold plug
attachment when removing from wall outlet.
Do not pull on the cord.
15. To avoid electric shock, do not open the
top cover when the unit is plugged in. If prob
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lems occur with the unit, call American Au
d io®
customer support.
16. Do not place metal objects or spill any liq
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uids inside or on the mixer. Electric shock or
malfunction may occur.
17. Power Cord Protection - Power supply
cords should be routed so that they are not
likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them, paying particular
attention to cords at plugs, convenience recep
-
tacles, and the point where they exit from the
mixer. Route your power cord out of the way of
foot traffic.
18. Always have the front gain controls set to
their lowest level during initial power-up to pre
-
vent speaker damage.
©American Audio® - www.americanaudio.us - Q-2422 MKII Limited User Instructions page 6 Introductions: Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the American Audio® Q-2422 MKII Limited™ mixer. This mixer is a representation of American Audio’s continuing commitment to pro - duce the best and highest quality audio products possible at an affordable price. Please read and understand this manual completely before attempting to operate your new mixer. Please carefully read and understand the instructions in this manual thoroughly before attempting to operate this unit. These instructions contain important safety information regarding the use and maintenance of this unit. Take special care to follow all warning symbols and labels both on the unit and printed in this manual. Also, Please keep this manual with the unit, for future reference. Customer Support: American Audio ® provides a toll free customer support line, to provide set up help and answer any question should you encounter problems during your initial set up or operation. You may also visit us on the web at www.americanaudio.us for any comments or suggestions. Service Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Pacific Standard Time. Voice: (800) 322-6337 Fax: (323) 582-2610 E-mail: [email protected] To purchase parts online visit http://parts.americandj.com Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside this mixer. Do not attempt any repairs yourself, without being instructed to do so by an authorized American Audio service technician. Doing so will void your manufactures warranty. In the unlikely event your mixer may require service, please contact American Audio® customer support. Do not discard the packing carton in the trash. Please recycle when ever possible. Q-2422 MKII LIMITED™ INTRODUCTION Q-2422 MKII LIMITED™ SET-UP PRECAUTIONS Please be sure to make any connections before plugging the mixer in to an electrical outlet. All fader and volume controls should be set to zero or minimum position, before the mixer is switched on. If the mixer has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation (e.g. after transportation), do not switch on the mixer immediately. The arising condensation of water might damage your device. Leave the device switched off until it has reached room temperature. Operating Determinations: • When installing this mixer, please make sure that the device is not exposed or will not be exposed to extreme heat, moisture or dust! • Do not operate the mixer in extremely hot (more than 30°/100°F) or extremely cold (less than 5°C/40°F) surroundings. • Keep the unit out of direct sunlight and away from heaters. • Operate the mixer only after becoming familiar with its functions. Do not permit operation by persons not qualified for operating the mixer. Most damages are the result of unprofessional operation! • Do not attempt to operate this mixer if the power cord has been frayed or damaged. • Disconnect from main power before making any type of connection. • Do not attempt to operate this mixer, if it becomes damaged in any way. • Never operate this mixer when it’s covers are removed. • To reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, do not expose this mixer to rain or moisture. • This mixer is intended for indoor use only, use of this product outdoors voids all warranties. • During long periods of non-use, disconnect the mixer’s main power.
©American Audio® - www.americanaudio.us - Q-2422 MKII Limited User Instructions page 7 QUICK START: American Audio® would like to thank you for your purchase of this great audio product. For those of you that are too impatient to read the entire user manual we have compiled these quick start instructions. We hope that you will at least read through these instructions to familiarize yourself with the basics of this mixer. The Q-2422 MKII Limited™ is part of American Audio’s continuing evolu - tion in audio technology. This unit has been built and designed to meet the needs of a typical DJ. We have attempted to provide you with the most reliable product on the market by using only components constructed of the finest material. MASTER LEVEL - Use this level to control your main volume output. Try never to send an output of more than +4dB to your system. Signal at levels higher than this will start to distort and may cause damage to your system and speakers. Remember that a distorted signal from you mixer will only be multiplied throughout your system. CHANNEL GAIN LEVEL - The channel gain levels are not to be used as volume controls. Never use the channel trim to set the output volume. These controls are used to aid in distortion control. Use these control to preset your signal level before the crossfader. With your channel faders in the maxi - mum position, use the channel trim level to set an average output level of about +4dB on your master level meter. HEADPHONES - To avoid damaging your headphones always be sure the headphone volume level (16) is set to minimum before plugging them in. To avoid sever hearing damage, never put the head - phone on without making sure the headphone level is turned down. MAIN MIC - The main mic connector uses a combo plug that allows you to connect either a 1/4” unbalanced jack or by a standard 3-pin XLR balanced connector. The main mic also has an indepen - dent volume control. When feedback occurs when using the mic, try lowering the level this may reduce the feedback. Always leave the mic level to it’s minimum level when not in use. Note: We recommend that you use a 500-600ohm microphone for the best sound quality. PHONO/AUX LINE LEVEL SELECTOR SWITCH - This switch is used to change the selected input from phono to line and vice versa. The switch selectors are on the rear panel. Q-2422 MKII LIMITED™ QUICK START INSTRUCTIONS Q-2422 MKII LIMITED™ UNPACKING Every Q-2422 MKII Limited™ has been thoroughly tested and has been shipped in perfect operating condition. Carefully check the shipping carton for damage that may have occurred during shipping. If the carton appears to be damaged, carefully inspect your mixer for any damage and be sure all equip - ment necessary to operate the mixer has arrived intact. In the event damage has been found or parts are missing, please contact our toll free customer support number for further instructions. Please do not return the mixer to your dealer without first contacting American Audio ® customer support.
AUX/IN
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FRONT PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
1. MICROPHONE EQ SECTION -
MICROPHONE BASS CONTROL - This knob is used to adjust the low frequency levels of the
microphone with a maximum signal gain of
+15 dB or maximum signal decrease of -30 dB. Turning the
knob in a counter-clockwise direction will decrease the amount of bass applied to the microphone
signal, turning the knob in a clockwise direction will increase the amount of
bass applied to micro-
phone signal.
MICROPHONE MIDRANGE CONTROL - This knob is used to adjust the midrange levels of the
microphone with a maximum signal gain of
+15 dB or maximum signal decrease of -30 dB. Turning
the knob in a counter-clockwise direction will decrease the amount of midrange
applied to the micro-
phone signal, turning the knob in a clockwise direction will
increase the amount of midrange applied
to microphone signal.
MICROPHONE TREBLE CONTROL - This knob is used to adjust the treble levels of the
Microphone with a maximum signal gain of
+15 dB or maximum signal decrease of -30 dB. Turning the
knob in a counter-clockwise direction will decrease the amount of treble applied to the microphone
signal, turning the knob in a clockwis
e direction will increase the amount of treble applied to micro-
phone signal.
2. MICROPHONE 1 - This combo jack will accept a standard 1/4 plug or XLR 3-pin balanced male
plug. The volume output level for this microphone will be controlled by its own respective
CHANNEL
KNOB
(25). Note: We recommend that you use a 500-600ohm microphone for the best sound
quality.
3 . SOURCE SELECTOR SWITCH - These switches are used to select the input source assigned to
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each channel. Each channel may only be assigned one input source at a time. This switch must be in
the “phono” position for turntable operation.
4. PAN CONTROL -
The balance control for each channel, or how much left and right signal is sent
to the left and right MASTER OUT JACKS (35).
5. CHANNEL GAIN CONTROL - This adjustment is used to adjust the audio source signal input gain
for a channel. Never use the gain control to adjust a channels output volume. Setting the gain level
properly will ensure a clean output signal. An improper gain level adjustment will send a distorted
signal throughout the entire audio line which may damage speakers and amplifiers. To properly set a
channels gain level control:
1. Be sure the MASTER VOLUME CONTROL (
17) is set to level 4.
2. Set the CHANNEL FADER (
23) to level 8.
3. Begin playback on an audio source connected to the channel you are adjusting.
4. Use the Gain Control to adjust an average output volume of +4 dB
.
5. Repeat this step for all channels
6. CHANNEL EQ SECTION -
CHANNEL TREBLE CONTROL - This knob is used to adjust the treble levels of a channel
allowing for a maximum treble gain of
+15 dB or maximum decrease of -30dB. Turning the knob in a
counter-clockwise direction will decrease the amount of treble applied to a channel signal,
turning the
knob in a clockwise direction will increase the amount of treble applied to a channel signal.
CHANNEL MIDRANGE CONTROL - This knob is used to adjust the midrange levels of a chan-
nel allowing for a maximum midrange gain of +15 dB or maximum decrease of -30dB. Turning the knob
in a counter-clockwise direction will decrease the amount of midrange
applied to a channel signal,
turning the knob in a clockwise direction will increase the amount of midrange applied to a channel
signal.
CHANNEL BASS CONTROL - This knob is used to adjust the low frequency levels of a channel
allowing for a maximum bass gain of
+15 dB or maximum signal decrease of -35dB. Turning the knob
in a counter-clockwise direction will decrease the amount of bass applied to a channel
signal, turning
the knob in a clockwise direction will increase the amount of bass applied to a channel signal.
7. CHANNEL VOLUME LEVEL INDICATORS - The LED indicators that run along each channels EQ
section are used to measure incoming signal levels. Use these indicator to visually maintain an average
signal output of +4dB. A consistent average output level of +4dB will produce a clean output signal.
8. MASTER VOLUME LEVEL INDICATORS - The dual MASTER LEVEL LED indicators are used to
detail the master fader output level. The meter s will detail the output level of both the left and right
channels.
9 . MASTER OUTPUT BALANCE CONTROL - This knob is used to control the pan, adjust how much
of the signal is sent to the left and right output level. For true stereo imaging, maintain the knob in the
12 o’ clock position.
10. AUX 3 INPUT JACK -
This Aux input is for the use of a Mp3 player. Input volume will be con-
trolled by the channel three
fader.
11. BNC JACK - This jack is used to supply a 12V DC signal to a gooseneck light, such as the
American Audio
® GNL-14.
12. POWER SWITCH - This is the main power ON/OFF button. A blue LED next to the power switch
will glow when power is ON. Before you turn the power on be sure you have made all connections to the
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mixer. Also be
sure you amplifiers are turned off. Remember mixer on first and turned off last.
13. ZONE EQ SECTION -
ZONE TREBLE
CONTROL - This knob is used to adjust the treble levels of the ZONE allowing
for a maximum treble gain of
+15 dB or maximum decrease of -30 dB. Turning the knob in a counter-
clockwise direction will decrease the amount of treble applied to the ZONE signal,
turning the knob in
a clockwise direction will increase the amount of treble applied to the ZONE signal.
Z ONE BASS CONTROL - This knob is used to adjust the low frequency levels of the ZONE
allowing for a maximum bass gain of
+15 dB or maximum signal decrease of -30 dB. Turning the knob
in a counter-clockwise direction will decrease the amount of bass applied to the
ZONE signal, turning
the knob in a clockwise direction will increase the amount of bass applied to the ZONE signal.
ZONE LEVEL VOLUME OUTPUT CONTROL - This rotary knob is used to control the zone level
volume. The zone level is not PFL, it is essentially a second master output volume with separate output
volume control.
14 . HEADPHONE JACK -
This jack is used to connect your headphones to the mixer allowing you to
monitor the cue source. Use headphones only rated at 8 ohms to 32 ohms. Most DJ headphones are
rated at 16 ohm, these are highly recommended. Always be sure the CUE LEVEL VOLUME (16
) is set
to minimum before you put the headphones on.
15. SPLIT CUE - This button will activate the "Split Cue" function. When used with a set of stereo
headphones, the Split Cue function will assign the Cue signal to the left channel of the headphones
and the Program (main output) signal to the right channel of the headphones. Essentially splitting the
cue signal in half. This process will allow for headphones mixing. The CUE MIXING CONTROL (
18) will
also work in conjunction with function. Please note that this function will only work with a set of stereo
headphones.
16 . CUE LEVEL VOLUME CONTROL -
This knob is used to adjusts the headphone volume output
level. Turn the knob in a clockwise direction to increase the headphone volume.
17
. MASTER VOLUME CONTROL - This slider is used to control the master output level (main volume).
To avoid distorted output try to maintain an average output signal level no greater than +4 dB. (see
Channel Gain
5 ) To avoid speaker damage that may be caused by excessive volume, be sure this
slider is always set to zero (completely down) before turning the unit on.
18. CUE MIXING CONTROL - This functions allows you to monitor the Cue level as well as the
Program (main output) level in your headphones. A channels Cue Level may only be monitored if the
channels CUE (19) function is selected. To select a channels cue function press the CUE BUTTON
(19) that is directly associated with the specific channel you wish to monitor. You may use the mixing
function to blend both the Cue level and the Program level together. You can vary the output level
to either hear more or less of either of the two levels. Sliding the Cue Mixing fader to the CUE posi
-
tion (left) will allow you to hear more of the Cue level. Sliding the knob to the PGM position (right) will
allow you to hear more of the Program level (main output). You may also use the Cue Mixing Control
to hear either the Cue level or the Program level exclusively. If the fader is in the full CUE position you
will only hear the cue level, if the fader is in the full PGM position you will only hear the main output.
This function is especially useful when mixing without an monitor.
19 . CUE BUTTON - These buttons are used to activate a channels “CUE” mode. A red LED
on the
Cue button will glow when a channels cue mode is activated. The Cue function sends a channels
incoming signal to the headphones. The cue level is adjusted by the CUE LEVEL KNOB (
16). Be sure
the CUE MIXING SLIDER (18) is set to the “CUE” position to hear a selected channel source.