Stage right ix4B User manual
ix4B / ix6B / ix8B Live Sound and Recording Mixer
P/N 625910, 625911, 625912
User's Manual
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SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES
Please read this entire manual before using this device, paying extra attention to these
safety warnings and guidelines. Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
•This device is intended for indoor use only.
•Do not expose this device to water or moisture of any kind. Do not place drinks or
other containers with moisture on or near the device. If moisture does get in or on
the device, immediately remove it from its power source and allow it to fully dry
before reapplying power.
•Do not touch the device, the power cord, or any other connected cables with wet
hands.
•Do not expose this device to excessive vibration, extreme force, shock, or
fluctuations in temperature or humidity.
•Do not expose this device to excessively high temperatures. Do not place it in, on,
or near a heat source, such as a fireplace, stove, radiator, etc. Do not leave it in
direct sunlight.
•Prior to operation, check the unit and power cord for physical damage. Do not use if
physical damage has occurred.
•Unplug this device from the power source when not in use.
•Take care to prevent damage to the power cord. Do not allow it to become
crimped, pinched, walked on, or become tangled with other cords. Ensure that the
power cord does not present a tripping hazard.
•Never unplug the unit by pulling on the power cord. Always grasp the connector
head or adapter body.
•Ensure that power is turned off and disconnected before making any electrical
connections.
•Clean using a soft, dry cloth only. Do not use chemical cleaners, solvents, or
detergents. For stubborn deposits, moisten the cloth with warm water.
•This device has no user serviceable parts. Do not attempt to open, service, or
modify this device.
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CUSTOMER SERVICE
The Monoprice Customer Service department is dedicated to ensuring that your ordering,
purchasing, and delivery experience is second to none. If you have any problem with your
order, please give us an opportunity to make it right. You can contact a Monoprice
Customer Service representative through the Live Chat link on our website
support times and links.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Please take an inventory of the package contents to ensure you have all the items listed
below. If anything is missing or damaged, please contact Monoprice Customer Service for a
replacement.
1x Desktop Mixer
1x AC Power Adapter
1x Bluetooth® Antenna
1x USB Cable
1x User's Manual
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SAMPLE CONNECTION DIAGRAMS
ix4B
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ix6B
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ix8B
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Mono Channels
MIC/LINE: Combination balanced XLR and 1/4" TRS input connector.
The XLR portion is the MIC input and the 1/4" TRS portion is
the LINE connector.
PHANTOM +48V: Press the button to enable +48V phantom power
for use with condenser microphones. The LED to the left of
the button illuminates when phantom power is in use. Take
care not to use phantom power with dynamic microphones or
other devices that can be damaged by the application of
phantom power.
GAIN: Adjusts the level of the input signal. The setting range for the
MIC input (XLR) is -10dB ~ +40dB and the setting range for the
LINE (TRS) input is +10dB ~ +60dB.
HIGH: Adjusts the amount of treble in the signal. The gain range is
-15dB ~ +15dB, with a center frequency of 12kHz.
LOW: Adjusts the amount of bass in the signal. The gain range is
-15dB ~ +15dB, with a center frequency of 80Hz.
EFF: This fader adjusts the level of the built-in delay effect.
PEAK: The LED blinks when the input signal is 3dB below clipping.
VOLUME: This fader adjusts the final output level of the MAIN outputs.
To prevent noise, the fader should be set to 0 for any unused
channel. Ideally, the fader should be set close to 10 for maximum
fade control. Adjust the GAIN of the input signal so that the
VOLUME fader can be set to 10 without clipping.
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Stereo/Bluetooth Channel
LEFT/RIGHT: Two unbalanced 1/4" TS line level inputs. The
inputs are ganged together to form a stereo pair.
GAIN: Adjusts the level of the input signal for the Stereo
channel only. The input level of the Bluetooth® channel
is determined by the output level of the connected
Bluetooth device.
HIGH: Adjusts the amount of treble in the signal. The gain
range is -15dB ~ +15dB, with a center frequency of 12kHz.
LOW: Adjusts the amount of bass in the signal. The gain range is
-15dB ~ +15dB, with a center frequency of 80Hz.
ST/BT: Switch to select the Stereo (LEFT/RIGHT) line level inputs or the
built-in Bluetooth® radio. Bluetooth is selected when the button
is in the DOWN position and the Stereo input is selected when
the button is in the UP position.
PEAK: The LED blinks when the input signal is 3dB below clipping.
VOLUME: This fader adjusts the final output level of the MAIN outputs for the Stereo
channel only. To prevent noise, the fader should be set to 0when the channel is
unused. Ideally, the fader should be set close to 10 for maximum fade control.
Adjust the GAIN of the input signal so that the VOLUME fader can be set to 10
without clipping. For the Bluetooth channel, the VOL control in the Outputs
section adjust the final output volume level of the MAIN outputs.
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Outputs
REC: Two unbalanced RCA outputs for connecting a
recording device. The signal on this output is
identical to the MAIN output signal.
PHONES: Unbalanced 1/4" TRS stereo output for use with
headphones. The signal on this output is identical
to the MAIN output signal.
MAIN: A stereo pair of unbalanced 1/4" TS outputs that
serve as the primary mixed output.
BAL: Adjusts the stereo balance between the left and
right MAIN output.
VOL: Adjusts the output level of the Bluetooth® radio.
Adjust the output level of your Bluetooth device so
that you can set this control to 10 for maximum
fade control without clipping.
PAIRING BUTTON: This unlabeled button is the Bluetooth®
Pairing button. Press the button to initiate
Bluetooth pairing. The LED inside the button will
begin flashing. When pairing is complete, the LED
inside the button will illuminate steadily.
CLIP: The two CLIP LEDs indicate the clipping status of the left and right channels. The
LEDs flash when the output signal is within 3dB of clipping. If the LEDs flash too
often or illuminate steadily, reduce the output level.
SIG: The two SIG LEDs indicate the presence of a signal on the left and right MAIN
output. If the signal level is too low, the LEDs will not illuminate.
POW: The POW LED illuminates when power is applied to the mixer.
MAIN: Adjusts the volume level of the MAIN output.
PHONES: Adjusts the volume level of the PHONES output.
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Rear Panel
1. POWER: Power switch for turning the mixer on or off.
2. 12 VDC In: DC barrel connector for connecting the included AC power adapter.
3. USB: USB connector for attaching the mixer to a computer for use as a recording
device.
4. BT: SMA connector for attaching the included Bluetooth® antenna.
BLUETOOTH PAIRING
This mixer includes a Bluetooth® receiver, which allows you to stream audio from your
phone or other mobile device. When active, the Bluetooth radio replaces the Stereo Input
channel. Perform the following steps to pair the mixer with your Bluetooth enabled device.
1. If you have not already installed it, attach the included Bluetooth antenna to the
SMA connector on the rear panel.
2. Depress the ST/BT switch to select Bluetooth mode. If your device is already paired,
it will connect to the mixer and the mixer will emit a sound through the MAIN and
PHONES outputs.
3. Press the Pairing Button. The LED inside the button will begin flashing, indicating
that the mixer is in Bluetooth Pairing Mode.
4. Open the Bluetooth settings on your device and scan for nearby Bluetooth
connections.
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5. Locate and select the ix4B, ix6B, or ix8B entry. If prompted for a passcode, enter
0000 (four zeros).
6. Once pairing is complete, the mixer will emit a sound through the MAIN and
PHONES outputs and the LED inside the Pairing Button will stop flashing and will
illuminate steadily.
RECONNECTING
If your device has already been paired with the mixer, momentarily press the Pairing
Button after the mixer is powered on to reconnect the mixer with your device.
CONNECTORS
This section contains details about how to wire the various connectors used by this mixer.
Balanced XLR Connector
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Unbalanced 1/4" TS Connector
Balanced 1/4" TRS Connector
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Insert Send/Return 1/4" TRS Connector
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Monoprice is pleased to provide free, live, online technical support to assist you with any
questions you may have about installation, setup, troubleshooting, or product
recommendations. If you ever need assistance with your new product, please come online
to talk to one of our friendly and knowledgeable Tech Support Associates. Technical
support is available through the online chat button on our website www.monoprice.com
support times and links.
To download the latest drivers, firmware, manuals, etc., go to www.monoprice.com and
type the P/N into the search bar. If available, support files are linked at the bottom of the
product page.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model
625910 (ix4B), 625911 (ix6B), 625912 (ix8B)
Microphone Inputs
Connector Type
Balanced XLR
Number of Mic/Mono Inputs
2 (ix4B), 4 (ix6B), 6 (ix8B)
E.I.N. @ 0Ω Source Impedance
-134dB/135.7dB A-Weighted
E.I.N. @ 50Ω Source Impedance
-131dB/133.3dB A-Weighted
E.I.N. @ 150Ω Source Impedance
-129dB/130.5dB A-Weighted
Gain Range
+10dB ~ +60dB
Maximum Level Input
+12dBu @ +10dB
Impedance
2.6Ω balanced
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
110dB A-Weighted (0dBu In @ +22dB)
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise
0.0005%/0.004% A-Weighted
Phantom Power
+48V, switchable
Line Inputs
Connector Type
2x balanced 1/4" TRS, 2x unbalanced 1/4" TS
stereo pair
Number of Line Inputs
2x mono, 1x stereo pair
Impedance
Balanced: 20kΩ
Unbalanced: 10kΩ
Gain Range
-10dB ~ +40dB
Maximum Input Level
30dBu
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L/R MAIN Output
Connector Types
2x unbalanced 1/4" TS
Impedance
120Ω
Maximum Output Level
+28dBu
PHONES Output
Connector Type
Unbalanced 1/4" TRS stereo
Maximum Output Level
+19dBu/150Ω +25dBm
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
Notice for FCC
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Modifying the equipment without Monoprice's authorization may result in the equipment no longer
complying with FCC requirements for Class B digital devices. In that event, your right to use the equipment
may be limited by FCC regulations, and you may be required to correct any interference to radio or television
communications at your own expense.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Radio Notice for FCC
Caution
This FCC Part 15 radio device operates on a non-interference basis with other devices operating at this
frequency. Any changes or modification to said product not expressly approved by Monoprice, including the
use of non-approved antennas, could void the user's authority to operate this device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Notice for Industry Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Radio Notice for Industry Canada
Caution
This IC RSS-210 radio device operates on a non-interference basis with other devices operating at this
frequency. Any changes or modification to said product not expressly approved by Monoprice, including the
use of non-approved antennas, could void the user's authority to operate this device.
This device complies with IC RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Monoprice™, Stage Right™, the Stage Right logo, and all Monoprice logos are trademarks of Monoprice Inc.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
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