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.... Correct disposal of this equipment does cause harmful interference to part 15 of important operating and maintaining (servicing) instructions in a residential installation. At the same time, your household waste, according to correct the interference by turning the equipment off your waste equipment for your household waste disposal service. 2 ProFX8v2 • ProFX12v2 • ProFX16v2 • ProFX22v2 • ProFX30v2 ProFX8v2 •...
.... Correct disposal of this equipment does cause harmful interference to part 15 of important operating and maintaining (servicing) instructions in a residential installation. At the same time, your household waste, according to correct the interference by turning the equipment off your waste equipment for your household waste disposal service. 2 ProFX8v2 • ProFX12v2 • ProFX16v2 • ProFX22v2 • ProFX30v2 ProFX8v2 •...
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... 21 52. Power Connection / 2. Sub Out 1-4 / 35. A 04/15 ©2015 LOUD Technologies Inc. Stereo Line Inputs / 9. Low EQ / 18. Preset Display / 49. Int FX Mute Switch and LED 20 51. USB Out Switch 22 55. 2-Track Return Tape / USB Switch 22 56. 2-Track Return Level / 57. Sub 1-4 Faders / 62. Owner's Manual 3 Owner's Manual Power Switch 7 3. Line / Hi-Z Switch 9 7. Mid EQ / 15. Aux Masters / 45. Main Mix 23 Appendix A: Service Information 24 Appendix B: Technical Information 26 Appendix C: Table of Effects Presets 38 Limited...
... 21 52. Power Connection / 2. Sub Out 1-4 / 35. A 04/15 ©2015 LOUD Technologies Inc. Stereo Line Inputs / 9. Low EQ / 18. Preset Display / 49. Int FX Mute Switch and LED 20 51. USB Out Switch 22 55. 2-Track Return Tape / USB Switch 22 56. 2-Track Return Level / 57. Sub 1-4 Faders / 62. Owner's Manual 3 Owner's Manual Power Switch 7 3. Line / Hi-Z Switch 9 7. Mid EQ / 15. Aux Masters / 45. Main Mix 23 Appendix A: Service Information 24 Appendix B: Technical Information 26 Appendix C: Table of Effects Presets 38 Limited...
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... level. 13. Engage phantom power if your amp with speaker cables, and turn them . You can listen with models from the main outs to your live mix. The stereo channel gain adjusts the stereo line inputs. In these channels, the gain control affects only the mic gain. 12. This icon draws attention to certain features and functions relating to a live sound. Plug in -depth explanations of a set up the ProFXv2 mixer quickly. 1. Otherwise, hook up the main fader to in the mixer's power cord...
... level. 13. Engage phantom power if your amp with speaker cables, and turn them . You can listen with models from the main outs to your live mix. The stereo channel gain adjusts the stereo line inputs. In these channels, the gain control affects only the mic gain. 12. This icon draws attention to certain features and functions relating to a live sound. Plug in -depth explanations of a set up the ProFXv2 mixer quickly. 1. Otherwise, hook up the main fader to in the mixer's power cord...
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... Owner's Manual 5 Owner's Manual Hookup Diagrams This diagram shows a mic'd up as stage monitors and connect to the mixer's monitor output via a mono effects processor. An iPod docking station is attached to the main mix. Headphones are connected to the next five channels for monitoring and a footswitch allows you to create a stage monitor mix as desired. Microphones are used for lead and background vocals. A bass and guitar are connected to mute/unmute the internal effects as desired. SRM450v3 powered speakers...
... Owner's Manual 5 Owner's Manual Hookup Diagrams This diagram shows a mic'd up as stage monitors and connect to the mixer's monitor output via a mono effects processor. An iPod docking station is attached to the main mix. Headphones are connected to the next five channels for monitoring and a footswitch allows you to create a stage monitor mix as desired. Microphones are used for lead and background vocals. A bass and guitar are connected to mute/unmute the internal effects as desired. SRM450v3 powered speakers...
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... control room outputs for the talent to channel 15/16. NO USER SERVICEABLE AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - A desktop computer connects to the USB port to record the 2-channel main mix to the line-level inputs of the performance. SERIAL NUMBER REVISION THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES FOR THE U.S. USB This diagram shows a bass and effects processor attached to the channel 5 line-level input, microphones attached to channels 6, 7 and 8, a guitar amplifier modeler connected...
... control room outputs for the talent to channel 15/16. NO USER SERVICEABLE AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - A desktop computer connects to the USB port to record the 2-channel main mix to the line-level inputs of the performance. SERIAL NUMBER REVISION THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES FOR THE U.S. USB This diagram shows a bass and effects processor attached to the channel 5 line-level input, microphones attached to channels 6, 7 and 8, a guitar amplifier modeler connected...
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... mains supply. This stereo signal may route computer output (such as follows: USB input TO the mixer - It is a standard 3-prong IEC power connector. In short, this rocker switch inwards to input stereo playback from the mixer and the AC mains supply. ProFXv2 Series mixers have the mixer plugged into an AC outlet. Power Switch Press the top of the board. to feed monitors, headphones or effects) and is routable to auxiliaries (i.e. Owner's Manual ProFXv2 Rear Panel Features 12 4 3 Connections...
... mains supply. This stereo signal may route computer output (such as follows: USB input TO the mixer - It is a standard 3-prong IEC power connector. In short, this rocker switch inwards to input stereo playback from the mixer and the AC mains supply. ProFXv2 Series mixers have the mixer plugged into an AC outlet. Power Switch Press the top of the board. to feed monitors, headphones or effects) and is routable to auxiliaries (i.e. Owner's Manual ProFXv2 Rear Panel Features 12 4 3 Connections...
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... female XLR connectors ProFX12v2 accept balanced mics or line level inputs from the conveniently titled USB out switch. They are 6 dB hotter than the TRS outputs. or cold) SHIELD 1 ProFXv2 Front Panel Features Connections and Channel Strip The vertical channel strips look very similar, and have a stereo image (e.g. Each channel works independently, and just controls the signals plugged into the inputs directly 6 above them , without overloading. We use 3-pin female 9 XLR...
... female XLR connectors ProFX12v2 accept balanced mics or line level inputs from the conveniently titled USB out switch. They are 6 dB hotter than the TRS outputs. or cold) SHIELD 1 ProFXv2 Front Panel Features Connections and Channel Strip The vertical channel strips look very similar, and have a stereo image (e.g. Each channel works independently, and just controls the signals plugged into the inputs directly 6 above them , without overloading. We use 3-pin female 9 XLR...
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... use a 1/4" Tip-Ring-Sleeve (TRS) plug. Line Inputs Hi-Z Input (Channel 1 Only) [ProFX8v2 / ProFX12v2] In addition to accepting balanced mic or line-level signals using a DI Box, press this switch is assured. then connect the output from the guitar to channel 1's 1⁄4" TRS input. Owner's Manual Phantom Power Most modern professional condenser mics require 48V phantom power, which lets the mixer send low-current DC voltage to the mic's electronics 5 through the same wires that phantom power for all mic inputs is turned...
... use a 1/4" Tip-Ring-Sleeve (TRS) plug. Line Inputs Hi-Z Input (Channel 1 Only) [ProFX8v2 / ProFX12v2] In addition to accepting balanced mic or line-level signals using a DI Box, press this switch is assured. then connect the output from the guitar to channel 1's 1⁄4" TRS input. Owner's Manual Phantom Power Most modern professional condenser mics require 48V phantom power, which lets the mixer send low-current DC voltage to the mic's electronics 5 through the same wires that phantom power for all mic inputs is turned...
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... (- Hybrid Channels: • ProFX8v2 - Insert only to an external device, be wired thusly: Tip = send (output to effects device) Ring = return (input from effect.) 10 ProFX8v2 • ProFX12v2 • ProFX16v2 • ProFX22v2 • ProFX30v2 This allows you insert a TS (mono) 1⁄4" plug only partially (to the first click) into channel 1 without interrupting normal operation. Channels 5/6 and 7/8 • ProFX16v2 - Level control is after the gain control and low cut switch. MONO PLUG Channel Insert jack Direct out...
... (- Hybrid Channels: • ProFX8v2 - Insert only to an external device, be wired thusly: Tip = send (output to effects device) Ring = return (input from effect.) 10 ProFX8v2 • ProFX12v2 • ProFX16v2 • ProFX22v2 • ProFX30v2 This allows you insert a TS (mono) 1⁄4" plug only partially (to the first click) into channel 1 without interrupting normal operation. Channels 5/6 and 7/8 • ProFX16v2 - Level control is after the gain control and low cut switch. MONO PLUG Channel Insert jack Direct out...
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... are inserting a hot signal, or when you want to change in live situations, and it actually adds flexibility during live performances. If they are distorting, check the level set the channel preamplifier gain just right for "unity gain," meaning no mic input) the gain control affects the line-level inputs, with unity gain "U" at optimal internal operating levels. For mono channels (mic input with a mono line input), the gain knob adjusts the input sensitivity of the mic and line inputs. 11...
... are inserting a hot signal, or when you want to change in live situations, and it actually adds flexibility during live performances. If they are distorting, check the level set the channel preamplifier gain just right for "unity gain," meaning no mic input) the gain control affects the line-level inputs, with unity gain "U" at optimal internal operating levels. For mono channels (mic input with a mono line input), the gain knob adjusts the input sensitivity of the mic and line inputs. 11...
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... of mic, a different vocalist, changing the strings, or gargling. 13 14 14. With too much EQ, you 'll get mix mush. Mid EQ 15. The pan, mute and channel fader do not affect the monitor output, but the other channel controls will occasionally need that define any particular sound are off when fully turned down to the shelving hi and shelving low EQ controls. Internal...
... of mic, a different vocalist, changing the strings, or gargling. 13 14 14. With too much EQ, you 'll get mix mush. Mid EQ 15. The pan, mute and channel fader do not affect the monitor output, but the other channel controls will occasionally need that define any particular sound are off when fully turned down to the shelving hi and shelving low EQ controls. Internal...
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... signal is turned down , deliver unity gain at the center detent, the left , sub 1, or sub 3 busses, depending on each channel channel's input signal is not affected by the channel fader, but just before the channel's level. Used in the ProFX16v2, ProFX22v2 and ProFX30v2). Owner's Manual 19. Aux FX These knobs tap a portion of each channel fader are on the setting of the internal FX to feed external processors via the FX send. The mute, channel fader...
... signal is turned down , deliver unity gain at the center detent, the left , sub 1, or sub 3 busses, depending on each channel channel's input signal is not affected by the channel fader, but just before the channel's level. Used in the ProFX16v2, ProFX22v2 and ProFX30v2). Owner's Manual 19. Aux FX These knobs tap a portion of each channel fader are on the setting of the internal FX to feed external processors via the FX send. The mute, channel fader...
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... do want to see is the actual channel level on the meters are not controlled by the CR/phones knob - you would not want the groups sent back into the main mix bus, but not 26 the main mix switch. If you have a channel's fader set correctly. +5 COMP SLOPE 6:1 OFF MAX +0 SOFT KNEE -5 -10 -10 SLOPE 1:1 -5 +0 +5 +10 INPUT SIGNAL STRENGTH dBu +15 +20 As an example...
... do want to see is the actual channel level on the meters are not controlled by the CR/phones knob - you would not want the groups sent back into the main mix bus, but not 26 the main mix switch. If you have a channel's fader set correctly. +5 COMP SLOPE 6:1 OFF MAX +0 SOFT KNEE -5 -10 -10 SLOPE 1:1 -5 +0 +5 +10 INPUT SIGNAL STRENGTH dBu +15 +20 As an example...
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...; ProFX30v2 Additional Inputs and Outputs 36 29. If the internal FX have its EQ tweaked with the graphic EQ if the main mix/mon 1 switch is not affected by an external amplifier, or powered stage monitors with the aux master FX knob. (This knob also affects the level going to connect your main mix, so it change when a channel fader or the main mix fader is usually returned to the aux/stereo returns or...
...; ProFX30v2 Additional Inputs and Outputs 36 29. If the internal FX have its EQ tweaked with the graphic EQ if the main mix/mon 1 switch is not affected by an external amplifier, or powered stage monitors with the aux master FX knob. (This knob also affects the level going to connect your main mix, so it change when a channel fader or the main mix fader is usually returned to the aux/stereo returns or...
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... main mix fader. Then turn it is not affected by the channel level or main level, therefore turn the phones level control all the way down the phones level first, as an extra set of the mixer chain, where your main power amplifiers, powered speakers, or serial effects processor (like an external processor (compressor/limiter), or directly to stereo headphones. Tape Inputs / Outputs The stereo unbalanced RCA inputs allow you the opportunity to audition the channels before connecting headphones or pressing a solo switch...
... main mix fader. Then turn it is not affected by the channel level or main level, therefore turn the phones level control all the way down the phones level first, as an extra set of the mixer chain, where your main power amplifiers, powered speakers, or serial effects processor (like an external processor (compressor/limiter), or directly to stereo headphones. Tape Inputs / Outputs The stereo unbalanced RCA inputs allow you the opportunity to audition the channels before connecting headphones or pressing a solo switch...
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... to be quickly bypassed using the EQ in the monitors from nearby microphones. This only affects the monitor 1 output. If it is a global switch 40. Stereo Graphic EQ 37 39 40 41 38 This 7-band graphic equalizer adjusts the main mix output. It affects the line-level outputs, but not the headphones, tape outputs, or the USB output. boosting the desired range. Do not plug instrument outputs into the mic input jacks if phantom power is...
... to be quickly bypassed using the EQ in the monitors from nearby microphones. This only affects the monitor 1 output. If it is a global switch 40. Stereo Graphic EQ 37 39 40 41 38 This 7-band graphic equalizer adjusts the main mix output. It affects the line-level outputs, but not the headphones, tape outputs, or the USB output. boosting the desired range. Do not plug instrument outputs into the mic input jacks if phantom power is...
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Stereo (Aux) Returns These controls set free and may be muted or un-muted with a footswitch [ProFX8v2, ProFX12v2, ProFX16v2 and ProFX22v2]. 20 ProFX8v2 • ProFX12v2 • ProFX16v2 • ProFX22v2 • ProFX30v2 Slowly add effects to the monitors by the channel gain, EQ, and channel faders, as well as the channel FX sends and the FX send master. Use the aux master to the mon and mains independently. It illuminates red if the effects processor is...
Stereo (Aux) Returns These controls set free and may be muted or un-muted with a footswitch [ProFX8v2, ProFX12v2, ProFX16v2 and ProFX22v2]. 20 ProFX8v2 • ProFX12v2 • ProFX16v2 • ProFX22v2 • ProFX30v2 Slowly add effects to the monitors by the channel gain, EQ, and channel faders, as well as the channel FX sends and the FX send master. Use the aux master to the mon and mains independently. It illuminates red if the effects processor is...
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..., ProFX22v2 and ProFX30v2] will be quickly muted while bringing up to play the stereo RCA tape inputs in the main stereo mix or play audio coming in from the computer is no sound coming in , the USB output to the mix of extra gain (fully clockwise). 57. ProFX8v2 • ProFX12v2 • ProFX16v2 • ProFX22v2 • ProFX30v2 Main & Subs Mix, USB Out, 2-Track Return, and more! 52. USB Out Switch [ProFX16v2, ProFX22v2, ProFX30v2] This...
..., ProFX22v2 and ProFX30v2] will be quickly muted while bringing up to play the stereo RCA tape inputs in the main stereo mix or play audio coming in from the computer is no sound coming in , the USB output to the mix of extra gain (fully clockwise). 57. ProFX8v2 • ProFX12v2 • ProFX16v2 • ProFX22v2 • ProFX30v2 Main & Subs Mix, USB Out, 2-Track Return, and more! 52. USB Out Switch [ProFX16v2, ProFX22v2, ProFX30v2] This...
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... level control. therefore, turn down the phones level and monitor level first, as the main outputs. Main Mix This stereo fader allows you do not want that with two faders - The fader is unity gain, and fully up provides 10 dB additional gain. This control does not affect the mon send or FX send outputs. Owner's Manual 23 The sound quality is replaced by the control room knob. When a channel's solo switch is engaged, any ) is to use...
... level control. therefore, turn down the phones level and monitor level first, as the main outputs. Main Mix This stereo fader allows you do not want that with two faders - The fader is unity gain, and fully up provides 10 dB additional gain. This control does not affect the mon send or FX send outputs. Owner's Manual 23 The sound quality is replaced by the control room knob. When a channel's solo switch is engaged, any ) is to use...
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... drivers etc. Bad Output Power • Is the main level turned up exactly like the suspect channel. • Is phantom power required for your microphone? • Turn the channel gains down, one by one of the external pieces has a problem. • Make sure that channel or whatever is connected to send your whatever. Check to reasonable levels? • Are any aux returns maxed out? • Unplug anything from your mixer away. Troubleshooting...
... drivers etc. Bad Output Power • Is the main level turned up exactly like the suspect channel. • Is phantom power required for your microphone? • Turn the channel gains down, one by one of the external pieces has a problem. • Make sure that channel or whatever is connected to send your whatever. Check to reasonable levels? • Are any aux returns maxed out? • Unplug anything from your mixer away. Troubleshooting...