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4.1 MONO MIC/LINE CHANNELS

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These are channel 1 through channel 4. You can connect balanced,
low impedance microphones or a low level signal to the XLR socket.
On the 1/4" line jack you can connect either a microphone or a line
level instrument such as synthesizers, drum machines, effect pro-
cessors or any other line level signal.
Note: You shall never connect an unbalanced microphone to the
XLR socket if you do not want to damage both the microphone and
mixer. Also, it is not possible to simultaneously use both the MIC
&LINE inputs on the same channel, use only one of them for the
appropriate source.

PHANTOM POWER +48 VOLT

It is available only to the XLR MIC sockets. Never connect a mic-
rophone when phantom power is already on.

4.2 MONO CHANNEL INSERT

Insert sockets are provided for all mono MIC channels. It can
allow you patch external signal processing devices into signal path
via a TRS connector, the signal will be taken out after the input
gain control (Trim), and sent to an external processor such as a
compressor- limiter, then returned into the same channel imme-
diately before the EQ section.
Note: Usually, insert connections require a special stereo-splitting
Y-cord to be connected, known as TRS connector (Tip Send/Ring
Return).

4.3 INPUT LEVEL SETTING

This control is provided with 2 different indication rings: one is for
the microphone and the other for the line level. When you use a
microphone you shall read the OUTSIDE ring (0 ~ 44dB), when
you use a line level instrument you shall read the INSIDE ring
(+15 ~ -30dB). For optimum operation you shall set this control in
a way that the peak LED will blink also occasionally in order to
avoid distortion on the input channel.

4.4 LOW CUT SWITCH

By pressing this button you will activate a 75Hz low frequency
filter with a slope of 18 dB per octave. You can use this facility to
reduce the hum noise caused by the mains power supply, or the
stage rumble while using a microphone.

4.5 STEREO INPUTS

These are channel 5 through channel 12. They are organized in
stereo pair and provided with 1/4" TRS sockets. Use the left
input if connect a mono input signal to the STEREO INPUT. There
is an additional MIC input jack and a TRIM control on channel 5/6.

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4.6 +4dBu/-10dBV

These switches adjust the input sensitivity of the line inputs on the
stereo channels CH5~CH12. +4dBu is suitable for professional
audio devices, -10dBV is suitable for general HI-FI devices. If not
sure to use which setting, try +4dBu first, or change it to -10dBV
if the volume is too small to be satisfied.

LEFT(MONO)

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LEFT (MONO)

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LINE IN 5/6

LINE IN 7/8

MIC (MONO)

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44dB MIC

TRIM

LEVEL

+4dBu

-10dBV

LEVEL

+4dBu

-10dBV

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MIC 1

LINE IN 1

TRIM

BAL OR

UNBAL

BAL OR

UNBAL

LOW CUT

75Hz

18dB/Oct

LOW CUT

75Hz

18dB/Oct

+15dB

-30dB LINE

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44dB

MIC

+15dB

-30dB LINE

0dB

44dB

MIC

INSERT

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Summary of Contents for AMX-180

Page 1: ...18 CHANNEL MIXING CONSOLE WITH DIGITAL EFFECTS AMX 180 AMX 180FX User s Manual LTO R www altoproaudio com Version 1 0 September 2004 English...

Page 2: ...the recommended fuse type as indicated in this manual Do not short circuit the fuse holder Before replacing the fuse make sure that the product is OFF and disconnected from the AC outlet Protective G...

Page 3: ...in Italy the Netherlands and the United Kingdom we provide you with world class designs while our software development teams continue to develop an impressive range of audio specific algorithms By pur...

Page 4: ...PUT 11 4 17 MIC 4dB 11 4 18 AUX SENDS 11 4 19 CTRL ROOM OUTPUT 12 4 20 ALT OUTPUT 12 4 21 PHONES 12 4 22 DSP FOOTSWITCH 12 4 23 AUX RETURN CONTROL 12 4 25 ALT 3 4 CONTROL 12 4 26 2TK IN CONTROL 12 4 2...

Page 5: ...oles of its size 4 mono these are provided with ultra low noise microphone preamplifiers and phantom power at 48 Volt and 4 stereo input channels and each of them is provided with a 3 bands equalizer...

Page 6: ...t channels Switchable Low cut filter on each mono channel 4dBu 10dBV on each channel Warm natural 3 band EQ on each channel Peak LED on each channel Mute ALT 3 4 SOLO function on each channel 4 AUX re...

Page 7: ...rols are turned down This will avoid damage to your speakers and avoid excessive noise 3 4 Before disconnecting the always turn off the power switch AMX 180 AMX 180FX 3 5 Do not use solvents to clean...

Page 8: ...AUX1 15 8 15 8 AUX RTN 1 AUX RTN 1 AUX RTN 2 AUX RTN 2 EQ HI 12kHz 15 15 MID 2 5kHz 12 12 LOW 80Hz 15 15 AUX 15 8 EQ HI 12kHz 15 15 MID 2 5kHz 12 12 LOW 80Hz 15 15 AUX 15 8 EQ HI 12kHz 15 15 MID 2 5k...

Page 9: ...15 MID 2 5kHz 12 12 LOW 80Hz 15 15 AUX 1 15 8 EQ HI 12kHz 15 15 MID 2 5kHz 12 12 LOW 80Hz 15 15 AUX 1 15 8 EQ HI 12kHz 15 15 MID 2 5kHz 12 12 LOW 80Hz 15 15 AUX 1 15 8 EQ HI 12kHz 15 15 MID 2 5kHz 12...

Page 10: ...ication rings one is for the microphone and the other for the line level When you use a microphone you shall read the OUTSIDE ring 0 44dB when you use a line level instrument you shall read the INSIDE...

Page 11: ...ot be affected by the channel fader AUX2 is configured as POST fader however it can also be configured as PRE fader through internal modification For more detail please refer to chapter 6 4 9 PAN BAL...

Page 12: ...These RCA sockets will route the main mix into a tape recorder 4 15 STEREO AUX RETURNS Use these stereo 1 4 sockets to return the sound of an effect unit to the main mix You can also use them as the e...

Page 13: ...IN CONTROL This control is used to adjust the level of 2TK IN signal which can be varied from to MAX 4 27 AUX SENDS CONTROL Both controls are used to determine the master AUX SENDS levels The adjustab...

Page 14: ...IX switches The ALT 3 4 is additional stereo mix bus 2TK IN is the stereo signal coming from the TAPE IN jacks These stereo signals will be delivered to the CONTROL ROOM PHONES by engaging these switc...

Page 15: ...18VAC 43 44 45 POWER ON OFF SWITCH This switch is used to turn the main power ON and OFF PHANTOM ON OFF SWITCH This switch will apply 48 Volt Phantom Power only to the 5 XLR MIC inputs Never connect...

Page 16: ...rs speakers effects processor etc Now turn on the power of any peripheral devices then power up the mixer Note the power amplifier or powered monitors shall be turned on after the mixer and turned off...

Page 17: ...Ground Screen Tip Signal Use for Mono Line In Mono 1 4 Jack Plugs 1 4 Mono TS Jack Plug 2 Hot 3 Cold 1 Ground Screen seen from soldering side Use for Balanced Mic Inputs For unbalanced use connect pin...

Page 18: ...put Lead Enables the Insert to be used as a Direct Output while maintaining the channel signal flow Sleeve Sleeve Ground Screen Ring Return Signal Tip Send Signal To Channel Insert To Processor Input...

Page 19: ...no and on stereo channels is factory wired as POST FADER If you have some skill in electronic components soldering you can modify this setting and have all your AUX SENDS configured as PRE FADER Modif...

Page 20: ...VOCAL2 No Pre delay Rev Time Room Size Rev Type Hi Damp 1 114 45 79 10 55 0 30 84 55 45 50 40 114 45 0 25 Hall 12 2 Spring 3 Plate 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Spring Hall Plate 12 12 12 12 12 12...

Page 21: ...12 00 0 96 12 00 0 96 12 00 0 96 12 00 0 96 12 00 0 96 12 00 0 96 12 00 2 90 2 90 2 90 3 60 3 60 3 60 4 00 4 00 4 00 4 50 4 50 4 50 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 Rev level 04 SMALL HALL N...

Page 22: ...0 100 92 92 92 Rev level 07 PLATE No Pre delay Rev Time Room Size Hi Damp 1 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 2 2 08 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 6 10 5 40 4 50 4 00 3 60 2 90 2 40...

Page 23: ...87 2 0 96 12 00 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 5 4 5 4 4 50 4 50 4 4 3 60 3 60 2 90 2 90 2 40 2 40 1 70 1 70 1 30 1 30 35 35 33 33 30 30 28 28 22 22 22 22 22 22 22 22 0 96 12 00 0 96 12 00 0 96 12...

Page 24: ...73 74 73 73 12 FLANGER No 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Mod Freq 2 79 2 52 2 33 2 25 2 10 1 99 1 75 1 61 1 34 1 22 1 00 0 80 Pitch Depth 30 40 40 40 40 40 40 50 50 70 70 70 Left F B 38 42 38 38 42 38 42...

Page 25: ...B 48 28 28 28 28 28 28 28 48 28 28 28 28 28 28 28 Right F B 82 67 67 67 60 49 49 49 82 67 67 67 60 49 49 49 Rev level 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 Rev Time No 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Rev Tim...

Page 26: ...0 1 00 Room Size 39 39 39 39 39 39 39 39 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 Mod Freq 4 74 4 12 3 67 3 02 2 63 1 99 1 35 0 50 4 74 4 12 3 67 3 02 2 63 1 99 1 35 0 50 Pitch Depth 40 40 40 40 40 40 70 70 40 40 40 4...

Page 27: ...ONES CONTROL ROOM LEFT TAPE OUT 2 1 3 2 1 3 LEVEL AUX2 DSP STEREO AUX RETURN 1 3c 5e 1a 4d 2b LEFT MONO 3c 5e 1a 4d 2b RIGHT AUX1 RETURN T R S RN TN T R S RN TN T R S RN TN T R S RN TN PAN PHANTOM LIN...

Page 28: ...z to 55KHz 3dB Main Mix Section Noise Bus noise Fader 0 dB channels muted 100 0dBr ref 4dBu Fader 0 dB all input channels assigned and set to UNITY gain 90dBr ref 4dBu Max output 22dBu balanced XLR 22...

Page 29: ...d LTO of 1 year from the purchase date if you have completed the Warranty Registration Card in time c During the warranty service may repair or replace this product at its own option at no charge to y...

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