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User’s Manual

VSM-300

Active Voice Monitor & Control

Summary of Contents for VSM-300

Page 1: ...User s Manual VSM 300 Active Voice Monitor Control ...

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Page 3: ...they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of tim...

Page 4: ...vice pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential installations This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference wil...

Page 5: ... panel 6 Back panel 7 I O box diagram 8 Mic stand mounting procedure 9 Making connections 12 Overcoming feedback 13 Setup diagrams 14 Specifications 16 Audio path diagram 17 Specifications interface and features are subject to change without notice due to continued product improvement ...

Page 6: ...ided by dual stand mounting holes and dual bevelled edges for floor mounting Two way point source 6 5 ICT driver for optimal near field live monitoring High volume capability 116dB peak SPL at 5m 150W BASH amplifier Cast aluminum enclosure for maximum rigidity and minimum cabinet resonance Front panel mounted controls for easy access External IO box interfaces with instruments aux mixes Microphone...

Page 7: ...speaker for signs of transit damage In the unlikely event of this having occurred inform the carrier and the supplier Keep all the packaging if damage has occurred as this will show evidence of excessive handling forces It is also a good idea to keep the packaging if possible for future transportation Registering VoiceSolo There are two methods for registering your VoiceSolo Online visit www tc he...

Page 8: ...mic It is not recommended for use with bright mics such as condensers because too much high frequency may result At minimum position the SHAPE circuit is defeated and the mic is heard flat at fully clockwise the SHAPE circuit is fully activated 5 LINE IN level control This sets the gain for the line input Adjust this so that only the loudest notes you play light the CLIP LED 6 The LOW and HI EQ co...

Page 9: ...ceSolo without the I O box Adjust the front panel MIC IN knob so that only the loudest note you will sing lights the red CLIP LED If the loudest notes don t light the CLIP LED press the 20 dB switch to add gain 4 LINE IN jack You may connect a mono line level signal through this jack such as an acoustic guitar pickup guitar multi effect mono keyboard or an auxilliary send from your mixer The LINE ...

Page 10: ...eSolo VSM 300 Pass Thrus These connections are used to send the individual inputs to separate channels in an external mixer This type of connection is known as a passive splitter The signals produced here are exact duplicates of signals received at the respective inputs no amplification or level control is applied 6 MIC thru This may be connected to the Mic In on an external mixer If phantom power...

Page 11: ...ic Boom Mount Attachment Mic Stand Mounting insert 1 Separate the boom from the stand by unscrewing the boom from the vertical shaft of the microphone stand To do this tighten the clutch you use to raise and lower the stand first This makes it easier to unscrew the boom section Hold the base of the stand with one hand and turn the boom counterclockwise looking down from the top with the other hand...

Page 12: ...oom Mount is found in the bag of parts that came with your VoiceSolo There are two versions a thin one for European stands and a wider one for the rest This adapter connects the boom of your mic stand with VoiceSolo It is designed to fit into the top receptacle in VoiceSolo 5 Screw the Mic Boom Mount Attachment into your boom 6 Lift the lid on VoiceSolo and while holding it open slide the Mic Boom...

Page 13: ...iceSolo 2 Still holding the boom so that it does not swing away turn the lock nut counter clockwise until it s snug against the bottom of the boom Note that it s not possible to completely tighten the lock nut with your fingers the final action is done by swinging the boom snug against the lock nut 3 After tightening the lock nut with your fingers swing the boom left tightening to the desired posi...

Page 14: ...nt lower the LINE IN level or reduce level from the instrument Introduction The following paragraphs should be read at least once to learn more about safe and successful use of VoiceSolo Hooking up AC power IMPORTANT Before connecting the AC cable confirm that the power specifications printed above the power input connector are correct for your area VSM powered monitors do not feature automatic AC...

Page 15: ...volume set the OUTPUT knob to max and adjust the MIC and LINE knobs until the CLIP LED occasionally flashes If the MIC control is at max and the CLIP LED does not flash with a loud input turn down the MIC knob press in the 20dB switch on the back panel and then re adjust the MIC knob Be sure to first turn down the MIC knob before pressing the 20dB button adding 20dB abruptly will likely result in ...

Page 16: ...s opposed to emphasizing your voice in the mix Fig 1 Fig 2 Fig 2 Common monitor mix with more me control Each performer connects their mic to the Mic In on the VSM 300 and then thru to the PA Normally this would mean no ability to hear others in the monitor but this connection scheme also is fed by a monitor send from the PA The key is to get an acceptable monitor mix from the external mixer to Vo...

Page 17: ...he VSM 300 The MIX output of the VSM 300 drives the LINE IN of the second VoiceSolo which becomes the stereo right speaker In this case the OUTPUT control on the main VSM 300 is the master volume after the left right balance is set using the volume control of the second VoiceSolo Optional connections could include a sub woofer driven from the Sub Out on the I O box or individual pass thrus to a re...

Page 18: ... XLR Mic thru Power Amp 150 watts BASH technology into 4 ohms 200 watts peak Distortion 0 5 150W 10 200W Frequency response 75 Hz 20 kHz EQ Low 10 dB 120 Hz High 10 dB 15 kHz Shape mic input only complex curve Speaker Speaker 6 5 inch patented ICT custom designed point source driver includes inductively coupled tweeter Nominal impedance 4 ohms 120 Watt Program 240 Watt Peak power handling Conical ...

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