Radio Shack 32-2057 manuale d’uso

Please read this user ’s guide before installing, setting up and using your new product www .radioshack.com stereo mixer user guide quick start guide Thank you for purchasing your 3-Channel Stereo Sound Mixer from RadioShack. Y our mixer is perfect for mixing sound from multiple audio sources, such as microphones, tuners, CD players, or turntable[...]

2 The Basics contents important safety instr uctions ............ 3 setting up your mix er ...................... 6 using your mix er ............................. 9 mixing your inputs ......................... 13 using a micr ophone ....................... 15 fr equently ask ed questions ............ 17 car e ......................................[...]

3 The Basics IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read Instructions — All safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated. Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. Heed W arnings — Follow all warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions. Cle[...]

4 The Basics try reversing the plug. If the plug still doesn ’t fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. P ower-Cord Protection — Route power -supply cords so they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed on or against them, paying particular attenti[...]

5 The Basics * If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the appliance. * If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water . * If the appliance 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 r[...]

6 The Basics setting up your mixer A sudden high output from the mixer could damage your hearing or damage the audio devices connected to your mixer . Before connecting to AC power , turn off your mixer and all audio devices connected to your mixer . connecting outputs OUTPUT REC L/R — use an audio patch cord (not supplied) to connect your tape d[...]

7 The Basics connecting inputs connecting power Connect the mixer ’s power cord to a standard AC outlet. LINE 1, 2, 3, 4 — connect line level inputs from up to four audio sources to your mixer . Do not connect audio sources with line -level outputs to the PHONO 1 or PHONO 2 input jacks. MIC — connect a microphone with a 1 / 4 -inch plug here [...]

8 The Basics connecting a lamp and headphones listening safely Do not listen at extremely high volume levels. Extended, high-volume listening can lead to permanent hearing loss. T o protect your hearing when using headphones, always follow these guidelines to set the listening volume: • Set CUE LEVEL (headphones volume) to minimum before putting [...]

9 The Basics using your mixer 1. Set your output source’s volume to minimum and turn it on. 2. Press POWER to turn on the mixer . 3. T urn on the audio input sources you want to mix. 4. Preset the input signal levels and mix your audio input sources. Refer to the next two sections for details. 5. When you are finished, turn off all connected audi[...]

10 The Basics presetting audio input sources Before mixing your audio sources (devices connected to LINE 1, PHONO 1, PHONO 2, LINE 2 , LINE 3, LINE 4) , you must set their input signal level to each channel input ( CH1 , CH2 , CH3 ). Y ou do not have to mix every connected input source. 1. T o preset the PHONO 1 input source, set PHONO 1/LINE 1 to [...]

11 The Basics Notes: • W rite down the CH setting for each audio source. Then, when you want to mix that source, you can adjust its volume to that setting. • If it was necessary to set CH 1 to maximum to get a reading of 0 or less on the LED meter , slide CH 1 down to about 8 and adjust MASTER upward until you get a reading of 0 on both LED met[...]

12 Beyond the Basics sound check 1. Select an input source to play . 2. Adjust its volume ( CH control) to its preset signal level (see “presetting input signal levels” on P age 9). The mixer ’s LED meters should read 0dB or less. 3. Adjust your receiver/amplifier ’s volume to an appropriate level for the location or event where the mixer w[...]

13 Beyond the Basics mixing your inputs Y ou can select any two of your connected audio sources and mix them so one or both play through your sound system. Mixing consists of three parts: playing an input source, monitoring a second input source, and switching to a second input source. playing an input source 1. Set ASSIGN A to the desired audio so[...]

14 Beyond the Basics monitoring a second input source Monitoring a second input source requires listening to an input source, finding the desired audio section you want to mix, and adjusting it ’s sound level to match the volume of the first input source (the one designated ASSIGN A ). 1. Connect and put on headphones. Y ou can listen to one so[...]

15 Beyond the Basics using a micr ophone Y our mixer has a set of tone controls for the microphone so you can tailor its high and low frequency sounds. 1. F or regular sound, leave MIC TREBLE and MIC BASS set to 0 . 2. Rotate MIC TREBLE toward +10 to increase, or toward –10 to decrease high frequency sounds. 3. Rotate MIC BASS toward +10 to incre[...]

16 Beyond the Basics 2. Set OFF/ON/T ALKOVER to TALKOVER so that the microphone’s sound is louder than the other audio input sources. This is useful for paging. using the seven band equalizer The seven band equalizer controls, LEFT CHANNEL and RIGHT CHANNEL, further tailor the frequency for CH 1 ( PHONO1, LINE 1 ), CH 2 ( PHONO2, LINE 2 ), and CH[...]

17 Beyond the Basics frequently ask ed questions Q - I set up my mixer according to the instructions. Why isn ’t it working? A - Make sure you are connected to a “live” AC outlet. - V erify that all sources are securely connected. - Check the fuse and replace it if needed. Q - Why is there no signal from my input source? A - Make sure OFF/ON/[...]

18 Beyond the Basics care K eep the mixer dry; if it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately . Use and store the mixer only in room temperature environments. Handle the mixer carefully; do not drop it. K eep the mixer away from dust and dirt, and wipe it with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new . ser vice and repair If your mixer is not perf[...]

19 Beyond the Basics specifications Input Sensitivity/Impedance: DJ MIC (XLR jack) ..........................1.5 mV , 600 ohms, Balanced/Unbalanced MIC 2 (PHONE jack) ....................... 1.5 mV , 600 ohms, Balanced/Unbalanced PHONO 1, PHONO 2 ............................................................... 3 mV/50 kOhms LINE 1, LINE 2, LINE 3, [...]

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