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Stanton M304 manual

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    M M . . 3 3 0 0 4 4 PROFESSIONAL DJ MIXER ST ANTON MAGNETICS, INC information@stantondj.com www .stantondj.com OWNER’S M A N U A L[...]

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    PLEASE READ CAREFULL Y BEFORE USE F AILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS PRINTED BELOW MA Y VOID W ARRANTY • Follow all security advice printed on your mixer • When removing the unit's AC plug from the power source, grasp and pull the plug, NEVER the cord itself! • Avoid placing your mixer near heat sources, such as power amplifiers. • Wh[...]

  • Page 3

    When Stanton set out to design its new M.304 3- Channel DJ Mixer , compro- mise was not an option. This 10" professional mixer boasts a wide range of intu- itive controls, superb sound, and high-quality components including a genuine Penny & Giles crossfader . Whether mixing house, tech- no or trance from vinyl or CDs, the M.304 has got al[...]

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    DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTIONS[...]

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    1. Microphone 1 input - This combo (1/4”/XLR) connector is used to connect a microphone. The volume is controlled by the MIC 1 knob. 2. Microphone 2 input - This 1/4” connector is used to connect a microphone. The volume is controlled by the MIC 2 knob. 3. Mic 1 level - Controls the input level of Microphone input 1. 4. Mic 2 level - Controls t[...]

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    DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTIONS 18. Master output level - Controls the overall output level of the mixer . 19. Output meters - These LEDs let you know if the audio coming out of the mixer is loud enough (or too loud!). If the LEDs reach the red, the mixer is probably clipping, or distorting. 20. Input selectors - These toggle switches select the input sou[...]

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    DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTIONS Power : This is the power switch to turn the mixer "ON" or "OFF" AC IN : This is the Input connection for the included power supply . Send and Return : These connectors are used to connect an outboard signal processor (such as the Stanton DFX-1). Connect a 1/4” mono cable from the SEND output to the Li[...]

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    Removing a fader : 1. Make sure mixer is powered off and power supply is disconnected from back of mixer . 3. Remove the fader to be cleaned or replaced by unscrewing the 2 outer screws on the fader plate (removing the 2 inner screws will detach the fader from the fader plate). 4. Disconnect the fader from mixer by removing the connector on the bot[...]

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    ing all traces of dirt and contamination. 4. Remove the fader track (G) by slowly withdrawing from the unit. Place fader track on desk or working surface with black contacts facing upwards. If necessary , the track can be washed in warm water , wiped gently then dried thor- oughly using a dry cloth. Use a lint free cloth or swab to wipe the tracks [...]

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    Line Inputs: 2 (RCA) x 3 channels, -10 dBV /10 kOhm Phono Inputs 2 (RCA) x 3 channels, -50 dBV / 47 kOhm Mic Inputs 1(1/4")/ 1 XLR -50 dBV /4.7 kOhm Return Inputs 2 (1/4"), -10 dBV / 10 kOhm Send Outputs 2 (1/4"), -10 dBV Master Outputs 2 (1/4”) Balanced/ (RCA) unbalanced, -2 dBu balanced / -10 dBV unbalanced Record Outputs 2 (1/4?[...]

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    W ARRANTY Stanton Magnetics, Inc. – W arranty Provision – Returns for Repairs or Replacement W arranty Through Stanton’s authorized dealers around the World, Stanton, or one of Stanton’ s authorized distributors outside the U.S., will, without charge, repair or replace, at the sole discretion of the entity responsible for making the repair [...]