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12 – Pyle Pro Mixer Owner’s Manual

Using the Mono/Stereo Mode Switch

When the MASTER MONO/STEREO switch is in the MONO position, the mixer combines the right and

left channels and sends them to the OUTPUT R and L jacks. These combined outputs can be used

by a monoaural amplifier, such as a PA amp.

In the STEREO position, right and left channels remain separate. The mixer outputs can be used by

a stereo amplifier or recorder.

The ZONE MONO/STEREO switch works similarly, except that its setting affects the ZONE R & L Outs.

Using the Crossfader with the Assign Switches

For crossfading effects, you can assign any of the four channels to either A or B sides of the crossfade

mix using the Crossfade assign knobs.

When the crossfade slider is in the center position, the two assigned channels play equally. Sliding

the control towards the A position will increase the level of A and fade out B proportionally to the

distance from center. Likewise, sliding the control towards the B position will increase the level of

B and fade out A.

Using the Echo Controls

(PYD-1928 and PYD-1948)

The built-in Echo effect is applied to the total mix. To turn on the Echo mode and activate the

DELAY/REPEAT cycle, press the ECHO ON/OFF switch.

To change the length of time a sound is repeated, increase of decrease the REPEAT control.

To vary the time in between the repeats, increase or decrease the DELAY control.

To adjust the output level of the echo, increase or decrease the LEVEL control.

Using the Sound Effects

(PYD-1938 and PYD-1948)

There are eight pre-programmed sound effects for your selection. Press and hold any button to

generate a sound which is added to the mix. The sound will play continuously until you release the

button.

The SPEED control lets you raise or lower the pitch of the sound effect, and the VOLUME control allows

you to increase or decrease the effect’s volume level within the mix.

Using the Digital Sampler

(PYD-1958)

The PYD-1958 mixer contains a digital sampler circuit which can record 5 different samples to the

internal recording IC. These samples can then be assigned to CH 1, CH 2, CH 3, CH 4 and the MIC

channel for playback. At the time of playback, the SPEED control can be adjusted to change the pitch

of the sample.

Follow these steps to record a sample:

1. Play the audio source for recording as a sample.

2. While it is playing, press the desired cue/sample channel assign button (i.e., CH 1, CH 2, CH 3,

CH 4 or MIC).

3.

To record

the source to that channel, set the SAMPLER MODE switch to the RECORD position and

press the START/STOP button to begin recording. The LED will go on, indicating recording is in

progress. To stop recording, press the START/STOP button again. Please note that the recording

IC is limited to 12-second samples, so in the event you do not press stop, it will automatically

stop after 12 seconds

Summary of Contents for PYD-1918

Page 1: ...pro series PYD 1918 PYD1928 PYD 1938 PYD 1948 PYD 1958 4 channel professional ...

Page 2: ...g Inputs Mixing Inputs Adding Equalization to the Mix Adding External Effects to the Mix Using the MicrophoneTalkover Mode Microphone Tone and Level Controls Using the MIC Kill Frequency Switches Using the Mono Stereo Switch Using the Crossfader w Assign Switches Using the Echo Controls PYD 1928 and PYD 1948 Using the Sound Effects PYD 1938 and PYD 1948 Using the Digital Sampler PYD 1958 Troublesh...

Page 3: ...Control Allows you to smoothly switch between the input sources assigned to Channel A and Channel B MIC Talkover Allows you to lower the level of the input sources so you can talk them using the DJ Mic MIC1 2 Level Controls Lets you control the MIC levels as they enter the mix MIC1 2 Tone Controls 10 Band Equalizer Allows you to tailor the mixer output to suit your taste or performance environment...

Page 4: ...ut sources so you can talk them using the DJ Mic MIC1 2 Level Controls Lets you control the MIC levels as they enter the mix MIC1 2 Tone Controls 10 Band Equalizer Allows you to tailor the mixer output to suit your taste or performance environment Each frequency range can be cut or boost by up to 10dB Dual Display Meter Indicates the levels of Left and Right Master Channels Channel CUE Switch Allo...

Page 5: ...trol the MIC levels as they enter the mix MIC1 2 Tone Controls 10 Band Equalizer Allows you to tailor the mixer output to suit your taste or performance environment Each frequency range can be cut or boost by up to 10dB Dual Display Meter Indicates the levels of Left and Right Master Channels Channel CUE Switch Allows you to monitor the selected audio input source and prepare it prior to mixing it...

Page 6: ...st by up to 10dB Dual Display Meter Indicates the levels of Left and Right Master Channels Channel CUE Switch Allows you to monitor the selected audio input source and prepare it prior to mixing it in Channel Input Selector Lets you choose the input source to play for each channel Channel Gain Control Lets you adjust the gain of the input source MIC Frequency Kill Switches Allows you to kill the s...

Page 7: ...uency range can be cut or boost by up to 10dB Dual Display Meter Indicates the levels of Left and Right Master Channels Channel CUE Sample Switch Allows you to monitor the selected audio input source and set up the destination channel for the sampled signal Channel Input Selector Lets you choose the input source to play for each channel Channel Gain Control Lets you adjust the gain of the input so...

Page 8: ...yers One Rhythm Synth One Cassette Deck Connecting Microphones Microphone 1 Connect a balanced unbalanced low impedance 600 Ohm XLR type mic OR a low impedance mic with a 1 4 plug to the MIC 1 jack in the upper left corner of the mixer control panel Microphone 2 Connect a high quality balanced unbalanced low impedance 600 Ohm microphone with a 1 4 plug to the MIC 2 jack on the lower left corner of...

Page 9: ...l Output Audio Sources Connect up to 2 turntables to the Phono 1 and Phono 2 input jacks Please note that Phone 1 and Line 1 as well as Phono 2 and Line 3 use the same jacks The selector switch below the jacks should be set to Phono position if the jacks are used for phono inputs When using a turntable you should also securely connect its ground wire usually green or black to the Ground screw on t...

Page 10: ... output jacks for you to choose from RCA style and 1 4 type DO NOT USE BOTH SIMULTANEOUSLY Connecting the Mixer Outputs Output to a Tape or Digital Audio Recorder To play the mixer s output signal through your speaker system for events such as parties dances conferences etc connect an audio patch cord not supplied from the mixers REC L and R jacks to your receiver amplifier s left and right input ...

Page 11: ...ring especially when using headphones Always start by setting the volume level to the lowest possible level before listening Put headphones on and then gradually increase the volume as necessary Once you set the volume level do not increase it Over a period of time your ears adapt to a volume level and there is a temptation to increase it Even though such an increase may not cause discomfort it mi...

Page 12: ...decide when to mix in each input see Monitoring Cueing the Inputs 5 To mix the audio input sources so that you can play them through your amplifier system or record them on your tape deck see Mixing the Inputs Mixing the Inputs There are a maximum of ten input sources available at one time including two microphone inputs Both microphone input sources are always available as part of the mix if desi...

Page 13: ...h The effect devices are now in the audio chain Be sure the device is ON Using the Microphone Incorporating Voice into the Mix Talkover mode allows a voice to be heard clearly through the microphone by attenuating all the other audio input sources This mode is engaged by setting the Talkover Switch to the TALKOVER position Talkover Mode To blend voice from the microphones with the audio program ma...

Page 14: ...To vary the time in between the repeats increase or decrease the DELAY control To adjust the output level of the echo increase or decrease the LEVEL control Using the Sound Effects PYD 1938 and PYD 1948 There are eight pre programmed sound effects for your selection Press and hold any button to generate a sound which is added to the mix The sound will play continuously until you release the button...

Page 15: ...ontact a qualified technician for assistance Care and Maintenance Your Pyle Pro Mixer is an example of superior design and craftsmanship The following suggestions will help you care for your mixer so you can enjoy years of use Keep the mixer dry If it gets wet wipe immediately Use the mixer only in well ventilated installations Handle the mixer gently and carefully do not drop Keep the mixer away ...

Page 16: ...o 1 2 Line 1 8 Output Level Amp Zone Record Frequency Response S N Ratio at 1 kHz Mic Phono Line Distortion Mic Phono Line Equalizer Control Frequencies Boost Cut Range MIC Tone Control Treble Mid Bass Talkover Attenuation Echo Delay Time PYD 1928 1948 Sampling Length PYD 1958 Power Source Dimensions inches mm 30 60 120 250 500 1K 2K 4K 8K and 16KHz 10 dB from center 10kHz 10 30dB 1 kHz 10 30dB 10...

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