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allowing  for  a  maximum  treble  gain  of  12dB  or  maximum  decrease  of  -∞dB.  Turning  the  knob  in 

a counter-clockwise direction will decrease the amount of treble applied to a channel signal, turn-
ing the knob in a clockwise direction will increase the amount of treble applied to a channel signal.

    channeL MidranGe controL -

 This knob is used to adjust the midrange levels of a channel 

allowing for a maximum midrange gain of 12dB or maximum decrease of -∞dB. Turning the knob in a 

counter-clockwise direction will decrease the amount of midrange applied to a channel signal, turning 
the knob in a clockwise direction will increase the amount of midrange applied to a channel signal.

   channeL bass controL -

 

This knob is used to adjust the low frequency levels of a channel 

allowing for a maximum bass gain of 12dB or maximum signal decrease of -∞dB. Turning the knob in 

a counter-clockwise direction will decrease the amount of bass applied to a channel signal, turning the 
knob in a clockwise direction will increase the amount of bass applied to a channel signal.

5. source seLector knob - 

These knobs are used to select the input source assigned to each 

channel. Each channel may only be assigned one input source at a time. This knob must be in the 
“phono” position for turntable operation. 

6. auX 4 input - 

Only CD players, Tape Decks and other line level instruments may be connected 

to these jacks. Never connect a turntable to these input jacks

, this may seriously damage 

your mixer! 

The red colored RCA jack represents the right channel input and the white represents 

the left channel input. Input volume will be controlled by the channel four

 

fader

.

7.  Main poWer sWitch - 

This is the main power ON/OFF button. before main power is applied, 

be sure you have made all connections to the mixer. Also be sure your amplifier(s) is(are) tuned off. 
Remember to avoid damaging pops to the speakers, the mixer is turned on first and turned off last.

8.  Master output baLance controL - 

This knob is used to control the pan, adjust how much 

of the signal is sent to the left and right output level. For true stereo imaging, maintain the knob in the 
12 o’ clock position. 

9. Master voLuMe LeveL indicators - 

The dual MASTER LEVEL LED indicators are used to 

detail the master fader output level. The meters will detail the output level of both the left and right 
channels.

10. booth channeL assiGn knob - 

This knob is used to select the channel that you want the 

booth signal to be directed to. Connect your monitor system to the booth XLR sockets located on the 
rear panel. 

11.  booth LeveL - 

This knob is used to adjusts the monitor volume output level. Turn the knob in a 

clockwise direction to increase the monitor volume.

12. cue seLector button - 

These buttons are used to activate a channels “CUE” mode. The 

red CUE LED will glow when a channels cue mode is activated. The Cue function sends a channels 
incoming signal to the headphones. The cue level is adjusted by the 

Cue level Knob (26).

 be sure 

the 

Cue mixing Knob (27) 

is set to the “CUE” position to hear a selected channel source.

13. Master output Mono/stereo sWitch - 

This switches the Master Output signal between 

stereo and mono.

14.  Master  voLuMe  controL  - 

This  slider  is  used  to  control  the  master  output  level  (main 

volume). To avoid distorted output try to maintain an average output signal level no greater than +4 
db. (see Channel gain 2) To avoid speaker damage that may be caused by excessive volume, be sure 
this slider is always set to zero (completely down) before turning the unit on.

 MX-1400 DSP   

 

  

 

      CONTROLS aND FUNCTiONS cont.

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Page 1: ...User Guide and Reference Manual 3 07 MX 1400 DSP 4295 Charter Street Los Angeles Ca 90058 www AmericanAudio us...

Page 2: ...Auxiliaries 3 Mic Inputs Balanced outputs High quality Feather Fader for smooth clean cross fades replaceable Bass Mid and Treble for each channel Bass Mid and Treble for Mics 1 2 Mono Stereo Switch o...

Page 3: ...PRISE DE COURANT OU UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A DECOUVERT MX 1400 DSP ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS VOLTAGE SELECTOR swi...

Page 4: ...ed by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to cords at plugs conveniencereceptacles andthepointwhere they exit from the product OUTDOOR aNTENNa GROUNDiNG If an outside antenna...

Page 5: ...nce 7 Never disassemble or modify your unit in any way doing so will void your manufactures warranty MX 1400 DSP SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 8 Never plug this mixer in to a dimmer pack 9 Do not let insecticide...

Page 6: ...an Audio customer support Do not discard the packing carton in the trash Please recycle when ever possible MX 1400 DSP Introduction American Audio www americanaudio us MX 1400 DSP Instruction Manual P...

Page 7: ...er Headphones To avoid damaging your headphones always be sure the headphone volume level 26 is set to minimum before plugging them in To avoid sever hearing damage never put the head phone on without...

Page 8: ...male plug The volume output level for this microphone will be controlled by its own respective Channel fader 29 Note We recommend that you use a 500 600ohm microphone for the best sound quality 3 Chan...

Page 9: ...ain power is applied be sure you have made all connections to the mixer Also be sure your amplifier s is are tuned off Remember to avoid damaging pops to the speakers the mixer is turned on first and...

Page 10: ...ob is used to adjust the parameter ratio value effect level 16 TAP BUTTON This button is used to override and manually set a tracks BPM Occasionally the built in BPM meter may not function as desired...

Page 11: ...Headphone Jack This jack is used to connect your headphones to the mixer allowing you to monitor the cue source Use headphones only rated at 8 ohms to 32 ohms Most DJ headphones are rated at 16 ohm t...

Page 12: ...ge applied to a channel signal turning the knob in a clockwise direction will increase the amount of midrange applied to a channel signal Microphone 2 BASS control This knob is used to adjust the low...

Page 13: ...throughout the entire audio line which may damage speakers and amplifiers To properly set a channels gain level control 1 Be sure the Master Volume Control 14 is set to level 8 2 Set the Channel Fader...

Page 14: ...r to the user manual included with your CD player Be sure to only use the mono tip mini plug included with your CD player to avoid damage to the mixer and or the CD player 39 CHANNEL 2 Player control...

Page 15: ...el input Input volume will be controlled by the channel three fader The channel Source Selector Knob 5 must be in the Phono 3 Aux 3 position to monitor any source connected to these jacks 44 GND GROUN...

Page 16: ...Unbalanced Jacks 48 The 3 pin XLR jacks send a high current balanced output signal These jacks should be used when you will be driving an amp or other audio equipment with a balanced input or wheneve...

Page 17: ...oken off The ground prong is used to reduce the risk of electrical shock in case of an electrical short This cord is designed to fit in one direction only Do not attempt to force a cord if it does not...

Page 18: ...parameter ratio percentage Turning the DEPTH FEEDBACK KNOB 15 in a clockwise direction will increase your ratio percentage Turning the knob in a counter clockwise direction will decrease the ratio pe...

Page 19: ...Set Up CASSETTE DECK TURNTABLE This image details a typical DJ Set Up consisting of a microphone turn tables CD players and a tape deck Note Turntables can only be connected to the Phono Level RCA Jac...

Page 20: ...Typical Balanced Output Set up This image details a typical stereo output layout Note the use of the Balanced XLR Jacks on both the mixer and the amplifier Always use the balanced output jacks whenev...

Page 21: ...means it may be replaced at any time even when power is applied Only replace with American Audio Part Feather Fader Plus Replacing with any other model fader may seriously damage your mixer Replacing...

Page 22: ...rear panel make sure it is not set to low The sound is distorted 1 Check the Trim Output level control on the rear panel make sure it is not set to high 2 Make sure that the Gain level control is not...

Page 23: ...aterial or workmanship The sole responsibility of American Audio under this warranty shall be limited to the repair of the product or replacement thereof including parts at the sole discretion of Amer...

Page 24: ...C 1K OHM 10dBV 316mV 2dB MASTER UNBAL 1K OHM 0dBV 1V 2dB MASTER XLR load 600 OHM 600 OHM 4dBm 1 23V 2dB BOOTH load 600 OHM 600 OHM 4dBm 1 23V 2dB DIGITAL OUT load 75 OHM 75 OHM 16dBfs 2dB 0 5 0 1V P P...

Page 25: ...Below 30dB at 1KHz Treble 12 2dB Below 30dB at 13KHz Microphone Equalizer Bass 12 2dB 12 2dB at 70Hz Mid 12 2dB 12 2dB at 1KHz Treble 12 2dB 12 2dB at 13KHz American Audio www americanaudio us MX 140...

Page 26: ...American Audio World Headquarters 4295 Charter Street Los Angeles CA 90058 USA Tel 323 582 3322 Fax 323 582 2941 Web www americanaudio us E mail info americandj com...

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