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14

The Basics

15

The Basics

connecting your equalizer

connecting input sources

Connect line level inputs (i.e.: tuners, CD players, etc.) to 
the 

INPUT

 jacks on the back of your equalizer through either 

stereo phono audio cables or ¼" (6.35 mm) audio cables.

Use only one type of cable at a time.

connecting output sources

To play the equalizer's output signal through your sound 
system for events such as parties, dances, conferences, 
etc., connect either stereo phono, ¼" (6.35 mm), or XLR 
audio cables to the equalizer’s 

OUTPUT

 jacks and to your 

amplifi er's input jacks.

•  Use only one type of audio cable at a time.

•  You can use the equalizer as a sound effect device 

for a mixer, by connecting the mixer’s 

SEND 

jack 

to the equalizer's 

INPUT

, and playing back through 

the equalizer's output to the mixer’s 

RECEIVE

 jack.

NOTE

NOTES

Stereo Phono 

Audio Input 

Jacks

¼” Input 

Jacks

Stereo Phono 
Audio Output 

Jacks

¼” Output 

Jacks

XLR Output 

Jacks

connecting REC output

You can record the equalizer's output signal by connecting 
the left and right cables from the equalizer’s 

REC OUTPUT 

to 

the input of a recorder.

using the ground lift switch

1. Move 

the 

GROUND LIFT

 switch to the ground 

 

position. Turn on the equalizer and listen to the sound 
system with no signal present.

2.  Turn off the equalizer and move the 

GROUND LIFT

 

switch to the 

LIFT

 position.

3.  Turn on the equalizer again. Listen to determine which 

switch position provides a background noise or hum 
in your sound system.

4.  Keep the switch in the ground 

 position if the 

noise level remains the same in either position. Keep 
the switch in the 

LIFT

 position if the equalizer provides 

a signal free of background noise and hum.

REC 

OUTPUT

GROUND 

LIFT Switch

Summary of Contents for 32-2059

Page 1: ...ng your Dual 15 Band Graphic Equalizer from RadioShack Your new equalizer features narrow band frequency balance controls that provide a wide array of frequency response variations You can now match the speakers to your room reduce or eliminate inadequacies in your high fidelity sound system and tailor the reproduction of music to your heart s desire 32 2059 Dual 15 Band Graphic Equalizer ...

Page 2: ...ns are included in the literature accompanhing this product WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard do not expose this product to rain or moisture CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN getting to know your equalizer Your new equalizer can enhance your sound system in the following ways Remedy any system suffering from rumble or low frequency below 30Hz overload by attenuating the lo...

Page 3: ...ols Left Equalizer IN OUT Switch Left Output Level Control Left LOW CUT Switch Left 6 3 0 10 LED Output Level Indicators Right Equalizer IN OUT Switch Right Output Level Control Right LOW CUT Switch Right 6 3 0 10 LED Output Level Indicators Right Equalizer Controls features ...

Page 4: ...e Stereo Phono Audio Output Jacks Connect to your amplifier or audio mixer via an unbalanced audio cable Match red and white jacks with the red and white connections on the cable Audio Output Jacks Connect to your amplifier or audio mixer via a inch balanced audio cable features back of equalizer XLR Output Jacks Connect to your amplifier or audio mixer via an XLR balanced audio cable GROUND LIFT Swi...

Page 5: ...other appliances including amplifiers that produce heat features front of equalizer POWER on off rocker switch with LED indicator Press up to power your equalizer The LED will light up Press down to turn your equalizer off The indicator light will also turn off equalizer IN OUT switches The switch on the left is for the left channel and the switch on the right is for the right channel Press in to a...

Page 6: ...of any kind into this appliance through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the appliance 17 Move appliance and cart combinations with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn 18 Unplug this appliance from the wall ou...

Page 7: ...ded by the product manufacturer 24 The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer 25 Overloading Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock before you begin Before you use your equalizer be sure to set the power switch to the off position All connections must be m...

Page 8: ...rough the equalizer s output to the mixer s RECEIVE jack NOTE NOTES Stereo Phono Audio Input Jacks Input Jacks Stereo Phono Audio Output Jacks Output Jacks XLR Output Jacks connecting REC output You can record the equalizer s output signal by connecting the left and right cables from the equalizer s REC OUTPUT to the input of a recorder using the ground lift switch 1 Move the GROUND LIFT switch to...

Page 9: ...rols 6 It is possible that at certain settings the frequency equalization slide controls will increase or decrease the total average signal level Use the left and right LEVEL controls to adjust each channel so the average output equals the input signal level Each LEVEL control has four output level LED indicators that light up to reflect the output level from 10dB to 6dB The 6 dB LED lights up to w...

Page 10: ...qualizer s and the source s control settings Check the connection between the equalizer and input source I hear a hum coming from the input source How do I fix this Make sure there are no low level inputs connected to the LINE input jacks product specifications Equalizer Control Frequencies 25 40 63 100 160 250 400 630 1K 1 6K 2 5K 4K 6 3K 10K 16K Hz Equalizer Control Range 12dB Input Sensitivity Im...

Page 11: ...Taylor Street 6th Floor Fort Worth TX 76102 04 04 Keep the equalizer dry If it gets wet wipe it dry immediately Use and store the equalizer only in room temperature environments Handle the equalizer carefully do not drop it Keep the equalizer away from dust and dirt and wipe it with a soft cloth occasionally to keep it looking new If your equalizer is not performing as it should take it to your Ra...

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