Kramer Electronics, Ltd. USER MANUAL
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1. 5 Using Your VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer Sections 5 1 and 5 2 describe how to connect and operate your balanced audio mixer respectively 5 1 Connecting Your VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer To connect up to four balanced audio sources to the VA 14 4x Balanced Audio Mixer unit as the example in Figure 3 illustrates do the following 1 Connect a balanced audio source for example a condenser microphone to the XLR female INPUT 1 connector INPUT 3 connector On the underside set the INPUT 1 and INPUT 3 PHANTOM switches to ON LEVEL switches to MIC Connect a balanced audio source for example a balanced audio tape player to XLR female INPUT 2 connector INPUT 4 connector On the underside set the INPUT 2 and INPUT 4 PHANTOM switches to OFF LEVEL switches to LINE Connect each of the XLR male OUTPUT 1 and OUTPUT 2 connectors to two power amplifiers and connect each power amplifier to a pair of speakers On the machine underside set the OUT 1and OUT 2 switches to LINE Connect the PHONES OUTPUT connector to a headphone set Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the adapter to the mains electricity For every unused input be sure to rotate the LEVEL potentiometer fully counter clockwise to the minimum level KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Using Your VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer Headphones Condenser Mic Balanc2. Mic Eg LINE LEVEL Step 4 Adjust the audio levels see section 5 PHONES MASTER 1 MASTER 2 INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL 8 9 9 9 9 9 2 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Overview Overview The VA 14 4x Balanced Audio Mixer is a high quality low noise 4 input balanced audio standalone mixer that provides for two different levels on each input Mic level or line level as well as the selection of either a dynamic or phantom microphone The VA 14 includes Four rear panel XLR input connectors and two XLR output connectors A front panel headphone output positioned alongside a phones level potentiometer Two master front panel potentiometers for adjusting each of the master outputs of all channels Four front panel level potentiometers for adjusting each input A 12 VDC rear panel power socket which is ideal for field use The unit generates broadcast voltage level 15V and 48V internally from the single 12 VDC input Underside panel switches for selecting the balanced level Mic or line Underside panel switches for applying 48V phantom power Achieving the best performance means Connecting only good quality connection cables thus avoiding interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables Avoiding interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely
3. Kramer Electronics Ltd l KRAMER USER MANUAL Model VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start 3 Overview 4 Your VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer 5 Using Your VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer 5 1 Connecting Your VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer 5 2 Operating Your VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer 6 Technical Specifications Figures Figure 1 VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer Figure 2 VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer Underside Features Figure 3 Connecting the VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer Tables Table 1 VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer Front Panel Features Table 2 VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer Rear Panel Features Table 3 VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer Underside Features Table 4 Technical Specifications of the VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer oc coc oO B amp W mm UA o0 tC RR Introduction 2 Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics since 1981 a world of unique creative and affordable solutions to the infinite range of problems that confront the video audio and presentation professional on a daily basis In recent years we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line making the best even better Our 500 plus different models now appear in 8 Groups which are clearly defined by function Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VA 14 which is ideal for e Live stage and studio audio mixing e Presentation systems and press
4. c and 48V phantom ON OFF Outputs Line Mic COUPLING In AC out bal line mic DC phones AC AUDIO THD NOISE Line In Line Out 0 007 Mic In Line Out 0 15 Line In Phones Out 0 085 Mic In Phones Out 0 38 AUDIO 2nd HARMONIC Line In Line Out 0 001 Mic In Line Out 0 005 Line In Phones Out 0 009 Mic In Phones Out 0 024 POWER SOURCE 12 V 250mA DC DIMENSIONS 21 5cm x 16 2cm x 4 4cm 8 46 x 6 38 x 1 73 W D H WEIGHT 1 4 kg 3 1 Ibs approx ACCESSORIES Power supply OPTIONS 19 rack adapter 1 For example rotating the LEVEL potentiometer 2 will adjust the volume generated to the speakers via the power amplifier from the balanced audio source 2 2 Specifications are subject to change without notice KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOW LONGIS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase WHOIS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED Except as below this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product The following are not covered by the warranty 1 Any product which is not distributed by Kramer or which is not purchased f
5. c emission standard Part 1 Residential commercial and lightindustry EN 50082 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic immunity standard Part 1 Residential commercial and lightindustry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION DO Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician Any user who makes changes or modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the equipment DO Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine Do Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components K i For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site www kramerelectronics com where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Safety Warning Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening servicing Caution 9001 O 32 QS ia Institute of Quality amp Control Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info kramerel com P N 2900 000314 REV 1
6. conferences e Post production in video audio studios The package includes the following items e VA 14 4x Balanced Audio Mixer e Power adapter 12V DC Input e This user manual Getting Started We recommend that you e Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment e Review the contents of this user manual e Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables 2 1 Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps 1 GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Video and Audio Switchers Matrix Switchers and Controllers GROUP 3 Video Audio VGA XGA Processors GROUP 4 Interfaces and Sync Processors GROUP 5 Twisted Pair Interfaces GROUP 6 Accessories and Rack Adapters GROUP 7 Scan Converters and Scalers and GROUP 8 Cables and Connectors 2 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL http www kramerelectronics com 3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 1 Getting Started Step 1 Connect the inputs and the outputs see section 5 Connect the inputs Connect the outputs Connect a headphone Condenser Balanced Condenser Balanced x Balanced 3 Audio Tape player Audio Tape Player Step 2 Connect the power Step 3 Set the underside switches see section 5 INPUT 1 Our 1 On Eg OFF Mic Ex LINE PHANTOM LEVEL
7. ed Condenser Mic Wu BE Wu Balanced Audio Balanced Audio Tape Player Tape Player Figure 3 Connecting the VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer Technical Specifications 5 2 Operating Your VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer On the VA 14xl 4x Balanced Audio Mixer unit you can adjust the level e Froma specific input by rotating the appropriate LEVEL potentiometer e From all the inputs mixed together by rotating each of the MASTER potentiometers 1 and 2 respectively e At the headphone set by rotating the PHONES LEVEL potentiometer 6 Technical Specifications Table 4 Technical Specifications of the VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer INPUTS 4 balanced audio Line or Mic on female XLR connectors OUTPUTS 2 audio balanced on a male XLR connector One headphone output on a 6 5mm connector MAX OUTPUT LEVEL Line 20Vpp Phones 4 5Vpp Mic 300mVpp BANDWIDTH 3dB 40kHz S N RATIO Mic in Phones Out 45 3dB Line In Phones Out 83 3dB Line In Line Out 84 3dB Mic In Line Out 64dB CROSSTALK all hostile Mixed inputs CONTROLS Line In Line Out lt 57dB to 14 3dB Mic In Line Out OdB to 60 5dB Line In Phones Out 47dB to 18dB Mic In Phones Out lt 0dB to 58 9dB In level and master phones level min to max position for both Line In MIC OUT range lt 50dB to 25dB Mic In Mic Out range OdB to 21 6dB Underside slide switches inputs Line Mi
8. influence signal quality and positioning your VA 14 ina location free from moisture and away from excessive sunlight and dust No operator serviceable parts inside unit Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall adapter that is provided with this unit Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall before installing or removing device or servicing unit 1 The coml 2 Via a be bined signals from inputs 1 to 4 are mixed t battery for example 3 Each corresponds to its respective input 4 This is for applications that require typical condenser microphones to be connected directly to the VA 14 To prevent unnecessary damage apply phantom power to the Mic only when required 5 For example model number AD2512C part number 2535 00025 1 Your VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer 4 Your VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer Figure 1 Table 1 and Table 2 define the VA 14 4x Balanced Audio Mixer PHONES MASTER 1 MASTER 2 INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL e e e e e e e Balanced Audio Mixer INPUT 4 INPUT 3 INPUT 2 Figure 1 VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer Table 1 VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer Front Panel Features Feature Function 1 POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF 2 PHONES OUT 6 5mm Connector Connect to the headphone set 3 PHONES LEVEL Potentiometer Adjusts
9. of of warranty coverage and should be included in any shipment of the product Please also include in any mailing a contact name company address and a description of the problem s 3 Forthe name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATION OFIMPLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty EXCLUSION OFDAMAGES The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option Kramer shall not be liable for 1 Damage to other property caused by defects in this product damages based upon inconvenience loss of use of the product loss oftime commercial loss or 2 Anyother damages whether incidental consequential or otherwise Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from place to place NOTE All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval This may be obtained from your dealer This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of EN 50081 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generi
10. rom an authorized Kramer dealer If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site www kramerelectronics com Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed 3 Damage deterioration or malfunctionresulting from i Accident misuse abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature ii Product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product iii Repairorattempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer iv Any shipment ofthe product claims must be presented to the carrier v Removalorinstallation ofthe product vi Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILLNOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removalorinstallations charges 2 Costs of initial technical adjustments set up including adjustment of user controls or programming These costs are the responsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom the product was purchased 3 Shipping charges HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE 1 To obtain service on you product you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center 2 Whenever warranty service is required the original dated invoice or a copy must be presented as pro
11. the headphone volume 4 MASTER LEVEL Potentiometer Adjusts the combined signals from all inputs mixed to the output from 1 to 2 5 INPUT LEVEL Potentiometer Adjusts the input level from 1 to 4 Table 2 VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer Rear Panel Features Feature Function 6 INPUT XLR Female Connectors Connect to the audio source from 1 to 4 7 OUTXLR Male Connectors Connect to the audio acceptor from 1 to 2 8 12V DC 12V DC connector for powering the unit KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer Figure 2 and Table 3 define the underside of the VA 14 4x Balanced Audio Mixer INPUT 4 INPUT 3 INPUT 2 INPUT 1 Our 1 Our2 ON OFF ON Ral OFF On E OFF ON chor Mic d LINE Mic Eg LINE PHANTOM PHANTOM PHANTOM PHANTOM LEVEL LEVEL Mic Ey Line Mic Eg Line Mic Egg Line Mic gd Line LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL UL Figure 2 VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer Underside Features Table 3 VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer Underside Features Feature Function 1 INPUT PHANTOM Move to ON to select a phantom microphone move to OFF to from 1 to 4 select a dynamic microphone 2 LEVEL Move to MIC to select a microphone level input move to LINE to select a LINE level input 3 OUT LEVEL Move to MIC to select a microphone level output move to LINE to select a LINE level output from 1 to 2 Using Your VA 14 4x1 Balanced Audio Mixer
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