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ProFX4v2

Getting Started

Introduction

The ProFX4v2 4-channel effects mixer provides  

a comprehensive live sound solution for singer /  
songwriters and other low channel count applications. 

Delivering unmatched sound quality, the ProFX4v2 

features all-new Vita

 preamps, which are virtually 

noiseless and designed specifically for the highly- 
dynamic world of live sound. 

ProFX4v2 also includes the immensely powerful new 

ReadyFX

 effects engine, harnessing floating-point DSP 

to deliver 16 rich effects that elevate any performance. 

A no-compromise live sound toolkit includes a  

room-shaping GEQ and flexible I/O for professional  
applications. 

With a rugged steel chassis and unmatched sonic 

performance, ProFX4v2 is truly the life of your live mix. 

How to Use This Manual:

After this introduction, a getting started guide will 

help you get things set up fast. The hookup diagrams 
show some typical setups, while the remaining sections 
provide details of the ProFX4v2 mixer.

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important or unique to the ProFX4v2.  
For your own good, read and remember them.

This icon leads you to in-depth explanations 
of features and practical tips. They usually 
have some valuable nuggets of information.

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features and functions relating to the usage  
of the ProFX4v2.

Things to Remember:

• Never listen to loud music for prolonged periods.  

       Please see the Safety Instructions on page 2 for  
       information on hearing protection.

• Save the shipping box and packing materials!    

       You may need them someday. Besides, the cats  
       will love playing in them and jumping out at you  
       unexpectedly. Remember to pretend like you are  
       surprised!

• Save your sales receipt in a safe place.

The following steps will help you set up the ProFX4v2 

mixer quickly.

1.  Turn down all knobs except the channel EQ.
2.  Set all channel EQ knobs and the graphic EQ 

sliders at their center detent.

3.  Set all buttons to the “out” position.
4.  Plug signal sources into the mixer, such as:

•  Microphones plugged into the mic inputs. 

Engage phantom power if your mics need 
it. Check the mic's user manual to be sure.

•  Line-level sources such as keyboards, drum 

machines, or CD players plugged into the 
line-level inputs.

5.  Connect cords from the main outs to your  

powered speakers or amplifier.

6.   Push the 2-pin female side of the power adaptor 

securely into the connector on the rear of the 
ProFX4v2. Plug the other end into an AC outlet 
properly configured with the correct voltage as 
indicated on the AC adaptor. Turn on the mixer.

7.  If you have powered speakers, turn them on. 

Otherwise, hook up your passive speakers to 
your amp with speaker cables, and turn it on. 
Adjust your powered speaker or amplifier level 
controls to the manufacturer's recommended 
settings.

8.  Be sure that the volume of the input is the 

same as it would be during normal use, or you 
may have to readjust the gain in the middle  
of a set. You can listen with headphones  
if you carefully turn up the channel level  
knob and headphones level a little.

9.   Adjust the gain knobs as desired.
10.  To get sound out of the speakers and into a  

waiting world, turn up that channel’s level knob 
to the “U” (unity gain) position, and slowly bring 
up the main mix knob to a comfortable listening 
level.

11.  Repeat steps 8 to 10 for the other channels.

Summary of Contents for ProFX4 V2

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL 48V...

Page 2: ...dio 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...

Page 3: ...Getting Started 4 Hookup Diagrams 5 ProFX4v2 Rear Panel Features 7 1 Power Connection 7 2 Power Switch 7 ProFX4v2 Front Panel Features 8 Connections and Channel Strip 8 3 Mic Inputs 8 Phantom Power 8...

Page 4: ...omeday Besides the cats will love playing in them and jumping out at you unexpectedly Remember to pretend like you are surprised Save your sales receipt in a safe place The following steps will help y...

Page 5: ...r vocals and a keyboard is attached to the channel 3 4 line level inputs An iPod docking station is attached to the stereo tape inputs Thump15 powered speakers are connected to the left and right main...

Page 6: ...s connected to the channel 2 XLR input for vocals and a drum machine is attached to the channel 3 4 line level inputs MR8mk3 powered reference monitors are connected to the left and right main output...

Page 7: ...nwards to turn on the mixer The front panel power LED will glow with happiness or at least it will if you have the mixer s AC adaptor plugged into a suitable live AC mains supply Press the bottom of t...

Page 8: ...o use an external DI box first Without the DI box or if this switch is not pressed in guitars may sound dull and muddy 3 5 4 6 Connections and Channel Strip The vertical channel strips look very simil...

Page 9: ...e level instrument effects device CD player etc If you are connecting a mono source use the left mono input and the mono signals will appear on both sides of the main mix U like Unity gain ProFX4v2 mi...

Page 10: ...on at carefully selected points low shelving at 80 Hz and hi shelving at 12 kHz Shelving means that the circuitry boosts or cuts all frequencies past the specified frequency For example rotating the l...

Page 11: ...ll the channels whose aux FX control is set to more than minimum FX are added to the main mix by increasing the level of the FX to main knob Internal FX may also be added to the monitor mix by increas...

Page 12: ...faders will also affect the level going to the external processor The processed output from the effects processor is usually returned to a spare channel or the tape input and you may carefully mix th...

Page 13: ...0 775 V is at the main left and right TRS outputs it shows as 0 dB on the meters You can get a good mix with peaks flashing anywhere between 20 and 10 dB on the meters Most amplifiers clip at about 1...

Page 14: ...re explained in Appendix C on page 22 Only one preset may be selected at a time 28 Preset Display This display shows the number of the currently selected effects preset as shown in the list of presets...

Page 15: ...singer stuck his thumb down you d turn the knob down but that never happens 34 Tape Level This knob controls the input level of signals entering the tape inputs 32 33 34 35 35 Main Mix This knob allow...

Page 16: ...plifier can handle Check the speaker wiring Noise Turn the channel gains down one by one If the sound disappears it s either that channel or whatever is plugged into it so unplug whatever that is If t...

Page 17: ...Main Mix 22 dBu All other outputs 22 dBu Impedances Mic in 3 8 k All other inputs 20 k Tape out 1 k Phones out 25 All other outputs 120 Unbalanced 240 Balanced Equalization Low 15 dB 80 Hz High 15 dB...

Page 18: ...always striving to improve our products by incorporating new and improved materials components and manufacturing methods Therefore we reserve the right to change these specifications at any time witho...

Page 19: ...Owner s Manual 19 Owner s Manual ProFX4v2 Dimensions 48V 8 7 220 10 1 256 2 9 73 Weight 3 2 lb 1 4 kg...

Page 20: ...In L R Gain FX send In FX Out L Out R FX to Mon Phantom Power To All Mics LO 80 12K HI Line Gain 20 20 dB Level Set HPF Fader 2 Band EQ 100 Hz Mic Mic 0 50dB Line 20 30dB Line Gain FX Mon Low Cut In...

Page 21: ...Owner s Manual 21 Owner s Manual ProFX4v2 Track Sheet 48V...

Page 22: ...racterized by lots of early reflections and no pre delay Perfect for thickening percussive instruments such as a snare drum or tight vocal arrangements 08 Cathedral This reverb emulates the extremely...

Page 23: ...e noncompliance within the Warranty Period to the Company at www 720trees com support or by calling LOUD technical support at 1 800 898 3211 toll free in the U S and Canada during normal business hour...

Page 24: ...16220 Wood Red Road NE Woodinville WA 98072 USA Phone 425 487 4333 Toll free 800 898 3211 Fax 425 487 4337 www 720trees com...

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