thomann the t.mix 401-USB User manual

401-USB
mixer
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
02.08.2018, ID: 441280

Table of contents
1 General information.............................................................................................................. 4
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................ 4
1.2 Notational conventions................................................................................................. 4
1.3 Symbols and signal words........................................................................................... 4
2 Safety instructions................................................................................................................. 6
3 Features....................................................................................................................................... 8
4 Installation................................................................................................................................. 9
5 Connections and controls................................................................................................ 10
6 Technical specications.................................................................................................... 13
7 Plug and connection assignment................................................................................. 14
8 Protecting the environment........................................................................................... 16
Table of contents
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1 General information
This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read
and follow the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for
future reference. Make sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell
the unit please make sure that the buyer also receives this manual.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are
subject to change.
1.1 Further information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will nd lots of further information and
details on the following points:
Download This manual is also available as PDF le for you to download.
Keyword search Use the search function in the electronic version to nd the
topics of interest for you quickly.
Online guides Our online guides provide detailed information on technical
basics and terms.
Personal
consultation
For personal consultation please contact our
technical hotline.
Service If you have any problems with the device the
customer service will gladly assist you.
1.2 Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:
The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.
Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.
1.3 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will nd an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words
that are used in this manual.
Letterings
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Signal word Meaning
DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates
an immediate dangerous situation that will result in
death or serious injury if it is not avoided.
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates
a possible dangerous situation that can result in mate‐
rial and environmental damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – high-voltage.
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
This device is intended to be used for amplication, mixing and playback of signals
from musical instruments and microphones. Use the device only as described in this
user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to
be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be
assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sucient physical, sensorial, and intel‐
lectual abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons
may use this device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is
responsible for their safety.
DANGER!
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and
are not within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!
Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the
like) from the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!
Never let children unattended use electrical devices.
DANGER!
Electric shock caused by high voltages inside
Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present.
Never remove any covers.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
Do not use the device if covers, protectors or optical components are
missing or damaged.
DANGER!
Electric shock caused by short-circuit
Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord)
with a protective contact plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the
plug. Failure to do so could result in electric shock/death or re. If in
doubt, seek advice from a registered electrician.
NOTICE!
Risk of re
Do not block areas of ventilation. Do not install the device near any
direct heat source. Keep the device away from naked ames.
Intended use
Safety
Safety instructions
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NOTICE!
Operating conditions
This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage,
never expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight,
heavy dirt, and strong vibrations.
NOTICE!
Power supply
Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet)
matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is pro‐
tected by a residual current circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result
in damage to the device and possibly injure the user.
Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused
for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or re.
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3 Features
n4-channel DJ mixer with USB player
n1 × microphone input with talk over (XLR / 1/4" combo jack)
n1 × microphone input (1/4" phone socket)
n1 × headphones output (stereo, as 1/4" phone jack)
n1 × master output (RCA sockets)
n2 × line inputs (RCA sockets)
n2 × phono / line inputs (RCA sockets)
n1 × output for recording device (RCA sockets)
n1 × USB port for recording and playback
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4 Installation
Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the
unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration,
dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or
your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
Create all connections while the device is o. Use the shortest possible high-quality
cables for all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping
hazards.
Connection options
Installation
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5 Connections and controls
1[MIC 1]
Microphone input, designed as XLR / 1/4" phone combo socket.
2[HIGH], [MID], [LOW]
Rotary control for direct tone control of the microphone input signal (bass, mids, treble)
3[TALK OVER]
Enables the Talk over function
When the selector switch is moved in the ON position, all other signal sources are attenuated, so that the micro‐
phone is clearly audible. In OFF position, all signals retain their original level.
4 Volume control for microphone 1.
5[GAIN], [HIGH], [MID], [LOW]
Rotary control for adjusting the input signal to the working level of the device and for direct sound control of the
respective channel (low, mids, high)
6 Input source selector switch for the respective channel.
7 Sliders for adjusting the volume of the respective channel
8 Level meter shows the volume of the output channel or the currently selected solo channel.
9[POWER]
Main switch. Turns the device on and o. This LED lights up when the device in switched on.
Front panel
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10 [MASTER VOLUME]
Rotary control for adjusting the master out volume
11 [USB]
Connection for recording or playback via a USB device. Before ejecting, pause USB stick playback or select another
playback source.
12 [HEADPHONE VOLUME]
Rotary control for adjusting the headphones volume
13 Monitor output for headphones, designed as 1/4" phone socket (stereo).
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Starts or pauses playback.
Selects the previous track for playback.
Selects the next track for playback.
[REC]
Pressing the button opens the recorder. Press the button again to start or stop the recorder. A long press will save
the recording.
[MENU]
Pressing the button opens the menu of the player or recorder. Press the arrow keys to navigate through the menu.
Press the button again to conrm a selection. A long press returns you to the main menu.
15 [CUE SELECTOR]
Rotary control to select the channel that can be heard through the headphones.
16 Display of the MP3 player
17 [XF ASSIGN]
Rotary control to select the channel assigned to the right side of the crossfader.
18 [XF ASSIGN]
Rotary control to select the channel assigned to the left side of the crossfader.
19 [Crossfader]
Slider for mixing the signals of the left and right channel If the controller is in middle position, both channels can
be heard.
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20 IEC chassis plug for operating voltage supply with fuse holder
Should the fuse have blown, disconnect the unit from the power supply and replace the fuse with a new fuse of
the same type.
21 Master output for connecting an amplier or powered speaker box, designed as RCA sockets.
22 Output for connecting a recording device, designed as RCA sockets.
23 [LINE 4]
Inputs for line level signals (e.g., CD, DVD, MP3) for channel 4, designed as RCA sockets.
24 [LINE 3]
Inputs for line level signals (e.g., CD, DVD, MP3) for channel 3, designed as RCA sockets.
25 [PHONO 2], [LINE 2]
Inputs for phono level signals (e.g., turntables) and line level signals (e.g., CD, DVD, MP3) for channel 2, designed as
RCA sockets.
26 [PHONO 1], [LINE 1]
Inputs for phono level signals (e.g., turntables) and line level signals (e.g., CD, DVD, MP3) for channel 1, designed as
RCA sockets.
27 Grounding screws to reduce hum noise when connecting turntables
28 [MIC 2]
Microphone input, designed as 1/4" phone jack.
Rear panel
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6 Technical specications
Inputs Microphone: 1.5 mV / 1 kΩ
Phono: 3 mV / 47 kΩ
Line: 150 mV / 27 kΩ
Outputs Master: 350 mV / 5.6 kΩ
Rec: 1 V / 5.6 kΩ
Phone: 500 mV / 32 Ω
Tone control (bass, mids, treble) -13 dB…+13 dB
Frequency range 20 Hz…20 kHz, ±2 dB
Signal-to-noise ratio > 80 dB
THD 0.1 %
Operating supply voltage 230 V 50 Hz
Fuse 5 mm × 20 mm, 1 A, 250 V, slow-blow
Dimensions (W × H × D) 505 mm × 199 mm × 115 mm
Weight 3.85 kg
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7 Plug and connection assignment
This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable
equipment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured.
Please note these advices, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated:
Even if a plug ts into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed
power amp, a short circuit or ‘just’ in poor transmission quality!
Unbalanced transmission is mainly used in semi-professional environment and in hi
use. Instrument cables with two conductors (one core plus shielding) are typical rep‐
resentatives of the unbalanced transmission. One conductor is ground and shielding
while the signal is transmitted through the core.
Unbalanced transmission is susceptible to electromagnetic interference, especially at
low levels, such as microphone signals and when using long cables.
In a professional environment, therefore, the balanced transmission is preferred,
because this enables an undisturbed transmission of signals over long distances. In
addition to the conductors ‘Ground’ and ‘Signal’, in a balanced transmission a second
core is added. This also transfers the signal, but phase-shifted by 180°.
Since the interference aects both cores equally, by subtracting the phase-shifted
signals, the interfering signal is completely neutralized. The result is a pure signal
without any noise interference.
1 Signal
2 Ground, shielding
1 Signal (in phase, +)
2 Signal (out of phase, –)
3 Ground
Introduction
Balanced and unbalanced transmis‐
sion
1/4" TS phone plug (mono, unbal‐
anced)
1/4" TRS phone plug (mono, bal‐
anced)
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1 Ground, shielding
2 Signal (in phase, +)
3 Signal (out of phase, –)
4 Shielding on plug housing (option)
Drawing and table indicate the pin assignment of an RCA plug.
1 Signal
2 Ground, shielding
XLR plug (balanced)
RCA connection
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8 Protecting the environment
For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have
been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling.
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of.
Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make
sure that they are collected for recycling. Please follow the notes and markings on
the packaging.
This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Directive (WEEE) in its currently valid version. Do not dispose with your normal
household waste.
Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal rm or through your local
waste facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations
that apply in your country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.
Disposal of the packaging material
Disposal of your old device
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Notes
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Notes
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Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de