User manual AMERICAN AUDIO Q-MX1

[. . . ] Q-MX1 USER INSTRUCTIONS Q-MX1 Featuring: Fader "Q" Start Main Features · Equipped with high quality Crossfader (Replaceable) · VCA Fader for Q-Start Control · Adjustable Crossfader Curve - changes from a normal curve to a quick curve (for crabbing) · Multi-Channel Assignable Crossfader · 2 Headphone Outputs · Selectable Voltage 115v~230v · 3 Channel Mixer · 3 Phono, 3 Line, 3 Auxiliary Inputs · 3 Microphone Input - (1) XLR/ 1/4" combo plug, (2) 1/4" Input Jacks · Fader "Q" Start on all three channels · On/Off Switch Controls Fader "Q" Start Function (for use with the American DJ CD Players with Fader "Q" Start) · -30dB Rotary Kills for Treble, Bass & Mids on all three channels · Separate gain control for each channel · High output to headphones · Soft-touch rubber knobs for better control · Extremely clean signal to noise ratio · Light Control Signal Output Jack · Talk Over Button - Reduces channel output gain by 15dB +/- 2 dB · Independent Booth Level Output · Dual Function Stereo LED Level Indicator Indicated Master and PFL (Pre Fader Level) Signal Levels · Split Cue Monitoring · Cue Mixing · Balanced XLR Master Output · 4 Signal Output Options - Master (RCA and Balanced XLR), Booth (RCA) and REC (RCA) Professional products designed for the working DJ. ©American DJ® AUDIO Los Angeles, CA 90058 USA Specifications subject to change without notice. Q-MX1 User Instructions page 2 Index · Safety Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 4 · Operating Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 4 · Functions (Front Panel). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 5 · Inputs & Outputs (Rear Panel). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 8 · Set-Up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 10 · Replacing the Crossfader. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 13 · Operating Determinations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 13 · Technical Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 14 · Warranty & Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 14 Important Precautions 1. Be sure to save the packing carton in case you may ever have to return the unit for service. Read all documentation before attempting to operate your new mixer. [. . . ] To avoid distorted output try to maintain an average output signal level +4 dB. MASTER VOLUME BALANCE CONTROL - This rotary knob is used to control the master output balance level. Turning the knob to the "L" (counter-clockwise) position will increase the left channel output level. Turing the knob to "R" (clockwise) position will increase the right channel output level, while decreasing the left. To maintain a true stereo sound, level the balance control knob set to the 12 O'clock, or center position. BOOTH LEVEL VOLUME CONTROL - This rotary knob is used to control the booth level volume. These jacks should be used when you will be driving an amp or other audio equipment with a balanced input, or whenever you will be running a signal line greater than 10 feet. LIGHT CONTROL - This jack provides a preset mono audio signal output. There is no way to adjust this level, however this level will directly reflect the output level of the Channel Sliders (4). This buffered audio output should only be used for light controllers that can accept an external audio input. Great for Touch Panels and Chase Controllers. PLAYER CONTROL - Channel 1, 2, and 3 external FADER "Q" START CONTROL. These jacks are used to input 1/8" mono mini plugs from a compatible American DJ "Q" series CD players also featuring Fader "Q" Start. This feature is used to remote control a CD player. By moving the mixer fader from left to right you can start and pause a compact disc player. In other words, when the mixer crossfader is to the left (X position), and you move it at least 20% to the right (Y position), any player connected to the Y-channel will begin to play. When the crossfader is to the right (Y position), and you move it at least 20% to the left (X position, any player connected to the X-channel will begin to play. You can create great effects similar to scratching with this feature. MIC 2 INPUT JACK - This jack is used to a connect a microphone to the mixer. Connect you mic to MIC 2 via 1/4 inch (6. 3mm) jack. The signals will be controlled by Channel 2 (4). BASS, MID, and TREBLE can be adjusted by the Channel EQ (12). [. . . ] There should not be any cables lying around. Doing so endangers you as well as others. Do not operate the mixer in extremely hot (more than 30° / 100°F) or extremely cold (less than 5°C / 40°F) surroundings. Keep away from direct sunlight and heaters. [. . . ]