Phonic AM-642 manual
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3. 1 1 1 EE Itt 1 1 4420 11 PHONIC 49 Graphic Equalizer AM 642D This stereo 9 band graphic equalizer allows the user to adjust the frequency response of a signal with a maximum of 12 dB of signal boost or cut for each of the frequencies The AUX 1 MAIN switch alternates the use of the equalizer between the use of the AUX 1 bus and MAIN L R bus signals Pushing the on button in activates the equalizer which is accompanied by an illuminated LED STEREO 9 BAND GRAPHIC EQUALIZER U 160 315 630 1 25K 2 5K 5K 10K 16K 12 AM442D 642D PHONIC Application On the following couple of pages you will find a wide range of possible uses for the AM mixers Of course these are far from the only applications that can be attributed to the mixers use however they should give you an idea of the possible uses that the various inputs and outputs have The right combination of microphones guitars drum machines keyboards as well as recording devices signal processors amplifiers and speakers can make for the perfect live performance home studio recording session or even a basic public address to name a few FOH SPEAKERS COMPRESSOR COMPRESSOR RECORDER WARNIN TO REDUCE DO NO ET AVIS RI RIS m
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7. Keep these instructions for future reference Heed all warnings to ensure safe operation Follow all instructions provided in this document Do not use this apparatus near water or in locations where condensation may occur Clean only with dry cloth Do not use aerosol or liquid cleaners Unplug this apparatus before cleaning Do not block any of the ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plug convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over Unplug this apparatus during lighting storms or whe
8. Medium 2T Return to Control Room Lowest Main L R AM442D 642D PHONIC POWER O KO O 70 4 R 47 Group Controls These two faders are the final level control for the Group 1 and 2 audio feeds sent to the Group 1 and 2 outputs These faders can be fed a signal from the various mono and stereo channels as well as EFX Returns depending on your selections When pushed all the way up these faders provide 10 dB of gain to the signal and when set all the way down effectively mute the signal The Group Controls also feature Left and Right buttons which allow you to send the Group 1 2 signals to the Main Left and Right mixing buses The AM442D also features a solo button accompanying each of the Group controls 48 Main L R Faders These two faders are the final level control for the Main Left and Right audio feeds sent to the Main L and R outputs These faders are possibly fed by the various mono and stereo channels as well as AUX and EFX returns and 2T inputs depending on the your selections When pushed all the way up these faders provide 10 dB of gain to the signal and when set all the way down effectively mute the signal LEFT LEFT RIGHT RIGHT 3 Itt 1 1 1 a a 1 1 1 EE Itt 1 1 1 Itt 1 1 1 EE Itt 1 1 1 Itt
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10. ETRIQUI NE PAS OUVRIR ROUP i AR CAUTION DO I R WE cls S UNBAL REFER SERVIEING TO QU v v Ei 5 z z gt Es P FN FAR A f a gt i i 1 IRE E Wr 9 p i SIGNAL PROCESSOR AUDIO CASSETTE 8 fiss oo EINE S LIR 4 5 3 gt GAIN GAIN 2 p 2 m 10 10 4 10 40 5 6 11 m PHONIC A m 10 9 10 GUITAR EFFECTS 1 LL C HEADPHONES AM442D 642D 13 PHONIC FOH SPEAKERS ACTIVE MONITORS COMPRESSOR LIMITER POWER PHANTOM POW USE ONLY WITH 250V FUSE CONFORMS TO Spell ANSI UL STD 60065 MAINS POWER 100 240V 50 60Hz 50W CERTIFIED TO us 250V for 100 240V STD 60065 03 119301 FIRE REPLACE WITH SAME TYPE FUSE AND RATING Moos 5 PRE FADER PRE EQ TIP SEND RING RETURN COMPR
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12. 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 m 0 EI EHI ES EE 5 L R L R LR L R L R LR LR om m 15m 15m 15m S S 15m jum Om 20 j ommu e Om Om Om pom 5m 5mm 5mm 5m m 5mm om PEAK PEAK PEAK PEAK 9 5010 5010 9 5010 5010 5010 0 50109 5010 5010 9 5010 m English AM 642D IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus The MAINS plug is used as the disconnect device the disconnect device shall remain readily operable Warning the user shall not place this apparatus in the confined area during the operation so that the mains switch can be easily accessible UI dee 10 11 12 13 14 Read these instructions before operating this apparatus
13. AM442D 642D 24 EFX Control This control alters the signal level that is sent to the EFX send AUX 2 on the AM 442D AUX 3 on the AM 642D output and the built in digital effect processor The EFX send signal can be used in conjunction with external signal processors this signal of which can be returned to mixer via the AUX return input or simply as an additional auxiliary output 25 Balance Controls This alternates the degree or level of audio that the left and right side of the main mix should receive On Mic channels the PAN control will adjust the level that the left and right should receive pan where as on a stereo channel adjusting the BAL control will attenuate the left or right audio signals accordingly balance 26 On Button and Indicator This turns the channel on allowing the user to use the feed from the channel s inputs to supply the MAIN L R GROUP 1 2 AUX and EFX buses The corresponding indicator will be illuminated when turned on 10 ss 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 27 1 2 and L R Buttons These handy buttons allow you to decide the audio path of the corresponding channel Pushing the 1 2 button allows the signal to be sent to the Group 1 2 mix where the L R allows it to be sent to the Main L R mix 28 Peak Indicator This LED indicator will illuminate when the channel hits high
14. RES de ak dunk she AUX se AUX sma AUX ene AUX eke AUX sma AUX sma AUK ema AUX AUX 448V POWER IAN A a oN A LI A ai a LI LI LI o o e Mz MV O one one one one one ose d p a 2 2 2 2 2 2 L LEVELSETO 4 Nz Nz Nz Nz Vz Vz n 75 UB U omnt CTRLRM 0 50 5 umo uem RIGHT RIGHT 6 8 9 10 o 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 12 2 E E 2 je E peak CP soLo 5010 SOLO sooj 5010 5010 jif 5010 SOLO 40 5010 5010 4 8 9 10 0 6 MIC LINE 4 ST 2 GROUP MIXER WITH DIGITAL LO e WARNING REDUCE THE RIS OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE LI m AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR e CAUTION ro REDUCE TH RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK caution NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE FTOREDUCE THE ISK OF GROUP cTRLRM CHANNELINSERT PHANTOM 3 El 2 1 6 5 4 3 POWER kd MS BO BO C UAN m mE 2 VANS power IV os CY WY SD SY 100 240 sow Ee METER A OLD SE Tai DIT PRE FADER PRE 0TIP SEND RI
15. buses 36 EFX Return AUX Return 2 Control This control adjusts the signal level of audio fed through to stereo AUX Return 2 inputs If no device is plugged into the AUX Return 2 inputs this control then acts as the final level control of the built in Digital Effect Engine 37 Main L R and Group 1 2 Buttons The EFX Return control on the AM442D is accompanied by a Main L R Group 1 2 button In the case of the AM642 there are 2 buttons one for Main L R and one for Group 1 2 both of which can be used simultaneously In both cases however these buttons change the destination of the EFX Return signal between the Main L R signal and or Group 1 2 sub mix 38 Return Solo Buttons AM642D Pushing either of the AM642D s Return Solo buttons allows users to send the signal from the AUX Returns 1 and or 2 to the Control Room Phones mixing bus 39 AUX Send Master Control This control adjusts the final level of the AUX mixing bus as taken from the AUX level controls on each channel strip the audio of which is sent to AUX Send output The corresponding SOLO button allows you to send the AUX Send signal to the Control Room Phones mixing bus The AM 642D features 3 sends where the first is in fact a 60mm fader rather than AM442D 4 MIC LINE 4 ST MIXER AUX RTN AUX1 1 1 PRE POST CTRLRM PHONES 1 10 the simple rotary control Also incorporat
16. to the Control Room Phones mixing bus also 44 48V Indicator This indicator will illuminate when Phantom Power is activated 45 Power Indicator The Power Indicator will light up when the power of the mixer is on in case you weren t too sure 46 Level Meter This dual 12 segment level meter gives an accurate indication of when audio levels of the Main L R output reach certain levels The 0 dB indicator illuminates 5 approximately equal to an output level of 4 dBu balanced and the PEAK indicator illuminates slightly before the signal is dynamically clipped It is suggested that users set the various levels controls so that the level meter sits steadily around the 0 dB mark to make full use of the audio while still maintaining fantastic clarity When the Solo indicator located beside the Level Meter is illuminated one or more Solo buttons has been pushed and the Level meter will display properties of the Solo signal which can be helpful with setting of channel properties If Solo indicator illuminates green this means the Solo feed is a pre fader signal If the solo indicator illuminates red the feed is post fader If the no Solo buttons are activated the 2T Return signal properties are displayed by the Level Meter unless the To Ctrl Rm button is not pressed in which case the Main L R signal properties will be displayed Priority Signal Highest From Solo
17. ARTE r a E ENA 5 CHANNEL GETUR 5 MAKING CONNEGTIGONS Dot ox Sade 6 inpus and CTS A a b a At 6 A 7 CONTROLS AND SETTINGS 8 koal ml L 8 Channel ONE ONG a 8 Digital Effect PROC SS 9 AGE OBO 10 TON 13 DIG AL BFEECT TABLE TEE 15 16 DIMENSION A 18 BLOCK 19 Phonic reserves the right to improve or alter any information suppied within this document without prior notice V1 0 APR 14 2006 PHONIC Introduction Thank you for choosing one of Phonic s many quality compact mixers The brand new AM 442D and AM 642D Mixers designed by the ingenious engineers that have created a variety of mixers fantastic in style and performance in the past display similar proficiency that previous Phonic products have shown with more than a few refinements of course Featuring full gain ranges amazingly low distortion levels and incredibly wide dynamic ranges these amazing mixers are bound to make a big splash in the world of mixing We know how eager you are to get started wanting to get the mixer out and hook it all up is probably your nu
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22. PHONIC 4420 AM 642D COMPACT MIXERS PHONIC SERIAL NUMBER WARNING REDUCE THE RIS OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK 48V DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE AVIS risque DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR ON CAUTION To REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK L DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK CAUTION NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE EMI BAM REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL TYPE FUSE AND RATING GROUP CTRLRM POWER PHANTOM c A POWER gS ed ANSI UL STD 60065 MAINS POWER 100 240V 50 60Hz 50W STD 60085 03 AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE FUSE T1 6AL 250V for 100 240V 119301 NE PAS OUVRIR pem PRE FADER PRE EQ TIP SEND RING RETURN L MAIN MONO N N BAL UNBAL LINE BAL UNBAL LINE BAL BAL UNBAL 0 UNBAL LOW ES c F5 Fs col FOOT SW LOW LOW F5 LINE LINE LINE LINE LINE e MIC SEL a GAIN GAIN LI GAIN GAIN GAIN D D D 3 gt 1 60 1 60 1 60 el a 40 40 40 40 40 40 i0 40 40 PHONES 0 HIGH 0 HIGH 0 HIGH 0 HIGH 0 HIGH 0 HIGH 0 HIGH 0 HIGH HIGH 9 HIGH 12KHz Y ETT tM 12KHz fM 12KHz 12KHz t 12KHz 12 12KHz 12KHz Se
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24. al of six je CUT 775 NB When these inputs are used with condenser microphones the Phantom Power should be activated However when Phantom Power is engaged single ended unbalanced microphones and instruments should not be used on the Mic inputs 2 Line Inputs This input accepts typical 1 4 TRS balanced or TS unbalanced inputs for balanced or unbalanced signals They can be used in conjunction with a wide range of line level devices such as keyboards drum machines electric guitars and a variety of other electric instruments 3 Stereo Channels The AM 442D and AM 642D also feature a few stereo channels thrown in for maximum flexibility Each of these stereo channels features two 1 4 phone jacks for the addition of various line level input devices such as electronic keyboards guitars and external signal processors or mixers If you wish to use a monaural device on a stereo input simply plug the 1 4 phone jack into the left mono input and leave the right input bare The signal will be duplicated to the right due to the miracle of jack normalizing The AM 442D and AM 642D feature four stereo channels and include a 4 10dB selector switch for a maximum flexibility 4 AUX Returns These 1 4 TS inputs are for the return of audio to the AM 442D and AM 642D mixers processed by an external signal processor If really needed they can also be used as additional inputs The feed from these i
25. ble channels 2 4 as far right as pos sible Reference 6dBu Master unity channel fader down 86 5 dBu 86 5 dBu Mast ity ch fad er unity channel fader 84 dBu 84 unity S N ratio ref to 4 gt 90 dB gt 90 dB Microphone Preamp E I N 150 lt 129 5 lt 129 5 ohms terminated max gain THD A tput 1KH 14dBu ny lt 0 005 lt 0 005 20Hz to 20KHz channel inputs CMRR 1 KH 60dBu Gain at au 80dB 80dB maximum Maximum Level Impedance 3 band 15dB 3 band 15dB 4 band on Stereo Ch 4 band on Stereo Ch 925420 1061 48 _____ Dimensions WxHxD 11 8 x 3 5 x 13 4 16 x 3 5 x 14 i i xHx 300 x 89 x 340 mm 407 x 89 x 357 mm AM442D 642D 17 PHONIC DIMENSIONS 18 AM442D AM642D 88 0 3 5 PHONIC SERIAL NUMBER 100 240V 50 60Hz SOW FUSE TL6AL 250V fer 100 240V PHANTOM POWER CAUTION X CHANNEL INSERT 3 2 WARNING REDUCE THE RIS OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE AVIS RISQUE DE ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR CAUTION ro REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL WY TY HY PRE FADER PRE EQ TIP SEND RING RETURN wy 1 AUXRTN 2 22
26. ed with the AUX 1 control of the AM 642D is a Peak LED as well as an ON button and indicator allowing AUX 1 to be activated and muted when required Activation of AUX Send 1 is of course accompanied by an illuminated LED 40 EFX Send Master Control This control adjusts the final level of the EFX mixing bus as taken from the EFX level controls on each channel strip the audio of which is sent to the AUX Send 2 on the AM 442D or the AUX Send 3 on the AM 642D outputs as well as the built in digital effect engine The corresponding SOLO button allows you to send the signal to the Control Room Phones mixing bus 41 Control Room Phones Controls This control is used to adjust the audio level of the Phones feed as well as the signal sent to the Control Room output for use in monitoring and tracking of audio Priority Signal Highest From Solo Medium 21 Return to Control Room Lowest Main L R 42 Pre Post Control This button alternates the Control Room Phones source signals between those of post fader and pre fader feeds o s 5 o 8 8858 AM442D 642D 43 2T Return Controls Turning the 2T Return level control adjusts the signal level of the feed from the 2T Return inputs the signal of which is sent to the Main L R mixing bus Pushing the to Ctrl Rm button featured on the AM642D only sends the signal
27. ignable to main mix or aux 1 send AM442D 642D Getting Started 1 Ensure all power is turned off on your mixer To totally ensure this the AC cable should not be connected to the unit All faders and level controls should be set at the lowest level and all channels switched off to ensure no sound is inadvertently sent through the outputs when the device is switched on All levels can be altered to acceptable degrees after the device is turned on Plug all necessary instruments and equipment into the device s various inputs as required This may include line signal devices such as keyboards and drum machines as well as microphones and or guitars keyboards etc Plug any necessary equipment into the device s various outputs This could include amplifiers and speakers monitors signal processors and or recording devices Plug the supplied AC cable into the AC inlet on the back of the device and a power outlet of a suitable voltage Turn the power switch on AM442D 642D PHONIC Channel Setup 1 To ensure the correct audio level of the input channel is selected each of the Mixer s Channel s ON buttons should be disengaged which should turn the corresponding LED indicator off otherwise go back and try again as well as the SOLO buttons on each channel and make sure that the 2T knob is all the way down Ensure the channel you wish to set has a signal sent to it similar to the signal that wil
28. in the Digital Effect Display are Clip and Sig LEDs The Sig LED will light up when any signal is received by the effect processor and the Clip LED will light up shortly before excessive signals are dynamically clipped If the Clip LED lights up too often it may be advisable to turn down one or all EFX controls on input channels to ensure the signal level is not too high 33 Program Control This control is used to scroll through the various effects Turning the control clockwise will allow users to ascend into higher program numbers and turning it counter clockwise will allow users to descend into lower program numbers Pushing this control will apply the new effect When a tap delay effect is selected pressing this control will allow users to select the tap delay time By pushing the button several times the effect processor interprets the time between last two pushes and remembers this as the delay time until the button is pushed again this is kept even after the power is turned off When the tap delay effect is selected a small LED will flash within the digital effect display window at the selected intervals 34 DFX On Button and Indicator AM642D PHONIC Master Section 35 AUX Return Controls These controls adjust the signal level of audio fed through to the stereo AUX Return inputs The To AUX 1 control adjusts the pre fader level of the signal from the AUX Return inputs to the AUX 1 mixing
29. ity of a ghastly popping sound from the speakers NB Phantom Power should be used in conjunction with balanced microphones When Phantom Power is engaged single ended unbalanced microphones and instruments should not be used on the Mic inputs Phantom Power will not cause damage to most dynamic microphones If unsure however the microphone s user manual should be consulted 17 Power Switch This switch is used to turn the mixer on and off Ensure you turn all level controls down before activating 4BV 7 E POWER PHANT POW AM442D Channel Controls 18 Low Cut Filter 75 Hz This button will activate a high pass filter that reduces all frequencies below 75 Hz at 18 dB per Octave helping to remove any unwanted ground noise or stage rumble This Low Cut Filter is only available on Mic channels on both the AM 442D and AM 642D 19 Line Mic Gain Control This controls the sensitivity of the input signal of the Line Microphone input The gain should be adjusted to a level that allows the maximum use of the audio while still maintaining the quality of the feed This can be accomplished by adjusting it to a level that will allow the peak indicator occasionally illuminate 20 High Frequency Control This control is used to give a shelving boost or cut of 15 dB to high frequency 12 kHz sounds This will adjust the amount of treble included in the audio of the chan
30. l be sent when in common use For example if the channel has a microphone connected to it then you should speak or sing at the same level the performer normally would during a performance if a guitar is plugged into the channel then the guitar should also be strummed as it normally would be and so on This ensures levels are completely accurate and avoids having to reset them later Move the Channel fader and Maser L R faders to around the O dB mark Turn the Channel ON Pushing the channel s SOLO button and releasing the Pre Post button on the CTRL RM section will send the pre fader signal of the activated channel to the Control Room Phones mixing bus and the Level Meter will display the Control Room s signal properties Set the gain so the level meter indicates the audio level is around O dB This channel is now ready to be used you can stop making the audio signal You can now repeat the same process for other channels if you wish PHONIC Making Connections Inputs and Outputs 1 XLR Microphone Jacks These jacks accept typical 3pin XLR inputs for balanced and unbalanced signals They can be used in conjunction with microphones such as professional condenser dvnamic or ribbon microphones with standard XLR male connectors and feature low noise preamplifiers serving for crvstal clear sound replication The AM 442D mixer features four standard XLR microphone inputs whereas the AM 642D features a tot
31. mber one priority right now but before you do we strongly urge you to take a look through this manual Inside you will find important facts and figures on the set up use and applications of your brand new mixer you do happen to be one of the many people who flatly refuse to read user manuals then we just urge you to at least glance at the Instant Setup section After glancing at or reading through the manual we applaud you if you do read the entire manual please store it in a place that is easy for you to find because chances are there s something you missed the first time around Features Common Features e Audiophile quality amp ultra low noise e 4 stereo channels with 4 band EQ 3 band EQ with swept mid range plus low cut on each mono channel e 32 40 bit digital stereo multi effect processor with 100 tap delay plus foot switch e 2 true subgroups with main L and R routing switches e 2 stereo aux returns with effect to monitor level control Solo feature on each input and output XLR connectors available on main L R output Built in switching power supply with universal connector 100 240VAC 50 60Hz e Rack mounting kit included AM442D also features e 4 Mic Line channels with inserts and phantom power e 2Auxsends Aux1 with Pre Post switch AM642D also features e 6 Mic Line channels with inserts and phantom power 3 Aux sends one with Pre Post switch Stereo 9 band graphic EQ ass
32. n unused for long periods of time Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is in tended to alert the user to the presence of important operat ing and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure 44 0 64 2 0 Compact Mixers USER S MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS INFERODUG TION D 4 B E EE E E E eee 4 CETHNG T
33. nel adding strength and crispness to sounds such as guitars cymbals and synthesizers 21 Middle Frequency Control This control is used to provide a peaking style of boost and cut to the level of middle frequency sounds at a range of 15 dB These mixers also provide a sweep control allowing you to select a center frequency between 100 Hz and 8 kHz Changing middle frequencies of an audio feed can be rather difficult when used in a professional audio mix as it is usually more desirable to cut middle frequency sounds rather than boost them soothing overly harsh vocal and instrument sounds in the audio The stereo channels feature High Mid and Low Mid controls instead of the typical controls described above They provide a peaking style of boost and cut to middle frequencies where the frequencies are set at 3 kHz and 800 Hz respectively 22 Low Frequency Control This control is used to give a shelving boost or cut of 15 dB to low frequency 80 Hz sounds This will adjust the amount of bass included in the audio of the channel and bring more warmth and punch to drums and bass guitars 23 AUX Control This control alters the signal level that is being sent to the auxiliary 1 mixing bus the signal of which is Suitable for connecting stage monitors allowing artists to listen to the music that is being played Also included is a Pre Post button which alternates the feed to the AUX mixing bus between a post and pre fader feed
34. nputs can be adjusted using the AUX Return controls on the face of the mixer When connecting a monaural device to the AUX Return 1 and 2 inputs simply plug a 1 4 phone jack into the left mono input and the signal will appear in the right as well This however does not work for the AUX Return 2 input on both AM442D AM642D When the AUX Return 2 is used the built in digital effects processor is automatically by passed 5 AUX Sends These 1 4 TS outputs may be used to connect to an external signal processor or even to an amplifier and speakers depending on your desired settings from the mixer The signal from the AUX Sends is controlled by the AUX master controls on the face of the mixer which obtain their signal from the AUX controls located on each channel strip The AM 442D features 2 AUX sends whereas the AM 642D features a total of 3 6 Foot Switch Jacks This port is for the inclusion of a foot switch used to remotely turn the Digital Effects Processor on and off 7 Phones This stereo output port is suited for use with headphones allowing monitoring of the mix The audio level of this output is controlled using the Control Room Phones control AM442D 642D 8 Record Out These outputs will accommodate RCA cables able to be fed to a variety of recording devices MAIN 9 2T Return AL These RCA inputs are used to connect the mixer with external devices such as CD Tape and Cassette Plave
35. oor areas that the main speakers do not reach 13 Group Out These 1 4 phone jacks output the final feed from the Group 1 and 2 Faders on the main mixer These outputs can be used to feed a wide range of devices such as mixers signal processors and even to connect an amplifier and speakers to be used along with the Main Speakers for a more rounded audio experience 14 Main Out These two XLR ports will output the final stereo line level signal sent from the main mixing bus The primary purpose of these jacks is to send the main output to external devices which may include power amplifiers and in turn a pair of speakers other mixers as well as a wide range of other possible signal processors equalizers crossovers etcetera Ee G ES S z N AM642D PHONIC 15 Power Connector This port is for the addition of a power cable allowing power to be supplied to the mixer Please use the power cable that is included with this mixer only Controls and Settings Rear Panel 16 Phantom Power Switch When this switch is in the on position it activates 48V of phantom power for all microphone inputs allowing condenser microphones well the ones that don t use batteries to be used on these channels Activating Phantom Power will be accompanied by an illuminated LED above the left channel Level Meter Before turning Phantom Power on turn all level controls to a minimum to avoid the possibil
36. peaks 6 dB before overload occurs It is best to adjust the channel level control to a level slightly prior to the peak indicator does not light up This will ensure a greater dynamic range of audio This indicator also doubles as a Solo indicator when the SOLO button is engaged 29 Solo Button The Solo button is pushed to allow the signal of a corresponding channel to be sent to the Control Room Phones control The signal is either that of a pre or post fader depending on the pre post button in the master section 30 Level Faders These faders allow users to adjust the level of the signal from the corresponding input channel that is to be sent to the destinations selected by the 1 2 and L R buttons AM442D 642D PHONIC Digital Effect Processor 31 Digital Effect Display This 2 digital numeric display shows the program number that is currently applied to your EFX audio signal When you rotate the Program control you can scroll through different program numbers however the display will revert back to the original program if a new program is not selected within a few seconds For a list of available effects please observe the Digital Effect Table When the Digital Effect Processor is put into stand by mode by use of the foot switch or on button the 2 small dots within the numeric display will flash In this mode users are still able to preview and select new effect programs 32 Sig and Clip Indicators Located with
37. rs 10 Main Out These two XLR jacks will output the final stereo line level signal sent from the main mixing bus The primarv purpose of these jacks is to send the main output to external devices which may include power amplifiers and in turn a pair of speakers other mixers as well as a wide range of other possible signal processors Equalizers Crossovers etcetera Rear Panel 11 Channel Inserts Located on the rear of the AM 442D and AM 642D the primary use for these TRS phone jacks is for the addition of external devices such as dynamic processors or equalizers to mono input channels 1 through to 4 on the AM 442D and 1 through 6 on the AM 642D This send and return will require a Y cord that can send pre fader and pre EQ and receive signals to and from an external processor CHANNELINSERT 4 3 2 1 PRE FADER PRE EQ TIP SEND RING RETURN AM442D CHANNELINSERT PRE FADER PRE EQ TIP SEND RING RETURN AM642D AM442D 642D PHONIC 12 Control Room Outputs These two 1 4 phone jack outputs feed the signal altered by the Control Room Phones level control on the face of the mixer This output has extensive use as it can be used to feed the signal from the mixer to an active monitor for the monitoring of the audio signal from within a booth or alternatively for the addition of external signal processing devices or mixers as well as acting as a side fill output supplying audio to ind
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