CONGRATULATIONS
on your purchase of Carvin’s XP800L mixer! The XP800L
model includes 2 built-in high power amplifiers for direct hook-up to your speakers.
Please read this manual carefully to take all the advantages of your new mixer.
SUPERB SOUND
is derived from the extremely low distortion, “high headroom”
design. State-of-the art, low noise, balanced XLR preamps from our Concert Series
mixers provide common mode rejection of better than 78 dB, which means that any
noise that may come over your cables is virtually eliminated. Distortion is nearly
non-existent with THD below 0.1% from input to output, guaranteeing the purity of
your sound. Hear the difference - your sound will not seem sterile or processed. It
will be dynamically open and transparent just like it was meant to be!
LIGHT WEIGHT / EASY TO USE
Controls are logically laid out making the XP
Series simple to use, reducing errors during setup and performance. Its compact
size and weight of only 10 lbs. makes it the lightest, most powerful mixer in it’s class.
2 HIGH CURRENT “GREEN” CLASS-D AMPLIFIERS
produce total of 500 watts
RMS, 750 watts peak. Class-D amps not only run cooler, but are also energy effi-
cient. Use both amps in stereo (250w/250w) for MAIN L and R speakers, or switch
to 250watts for MAIN and 250watts for MONITORS. This is the kind of output power
that maintains the purity and integrity of your sound.
HIGH CURRENT “GREEN” SWITCHMODE POWER SUPPLY
conserves power
by operating at higher efficiency. The DC voltage supply is recharged 100,000 times
per second, delivering continuous high current to the power amps.
24-Bit DSP STEREO EFFECT PROCESSOR
delivers professional level effects.
You get awesome lush Reverbs, rich Chorus, crisp Delay and Echo, and thick, layered
Flanging – all with full bandwidth and pristine clarity. Effect level is adjustable to your
stage monitors so you can hear yourself with full effects. 256 effect variations
include fully adjustable parameters for damping, decay, depth, speed, regeneration
and time.
ACTIVE 3 BAND CHANNEL EQ
provides easy adjustment for the tone you want.
The 80Hz LO frequency controls deliver solid non-flabby bass. A simple adjustment
with the MID band control brings out the best sound for vocals or guitar by affecting
the very important 750Hz frequency range. The 11.5k Hz HI treble control adds
sparkle to your top-end without adding harshness. Both the LO and HI controls are
"shelving", which means they are effective from 20Hz to 20kHz.
DUAL 7-BAND EQUALIZER
provides precise adjustments to fine tune your overall
sound and to help control feedback. The stereo (dual) graphic equalizer controls
the main L and R outputs or switch to MAIN/MONITOR with one press of a button.
ENGINEERED TO LAST
Every XP Series mixer incorporates a rugged steel chas-
sis with protective side panels. Continuous full power is assured from a high-grade
6063-T5-aluminum heat sink. Sealed controls and switches guard against the out-
side elements while heavy-duty connectors provide a positive connection to your
cables. Hidden deep in the heart of these mixers is the “SMT” Surface Mount
Technology construction that utilizes surface mounted components to prevent parts
from shaking or vibrating loose. Precision 1% tolerances guarantee that your set-
tings will be accurate every time. Fire retardant FR-4 military spec circuit cards fea-
ture double-sided copper construction to guard against noise and radio frequencies
(RF). The XP Series is made in the USA for years of dependable service!
LEFT RIGHT MONIT
OR
EFFECTS
CHANNELS 1-4
+20dB
GAIN SW
CHANNELS 5/6, 7/8
L
R
MAIN/MON
SWITCH
AMP 1
AMP 2
MONITOR
LEVEL
MAIN
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
EFF
EFF
MON
OUT
LEFT
OUT
RIGHT
OUT
EFF
SEND
EFFECTS
TO MAIN
EFFECTS
TO MONITOR
L
R
TAPE OUT
MONITOR
MONITOR
STEREO
THREE BAND
TONE
CONTROLS
THREE BAND
TONE
CONTROLS
STEREO
GRAPHIC
EQUALIZER
LINE
LINE
MIC
MIC
RETURN FROM
INTERNAL DSP
INTERNAL
DSP INPUT
HI MID LOW
HI MID LOW
PAD
MIC
PRE
MIC
PRE
R
L
M
EFF
12340 World Trade Drive, San Diego, CA 92128
800.854.2235 www.carvin.com
76-80000A 909b
MODEL XP800L SPECIFICATIONS:
Frequency Response: Mic or Line Inputs: 20Hz-20kHz ±1dB
Total Harmonic Distortion:
Less than .1% at nominal levels
Equivalent Input Noise: 150 ohm source: -117dBu
Output Noise:
-90dBu Master Line Out
(All Levels Minimum)
Output Headroom:
+20dB
Maximum Gain:
Mic in to Master Line Out: 70dB
Crosstalk:
Adjacent ch’s: -60db at 1KHz
Common Mode Rejection:
-78db at 1KHz
Phantom Power:
48volt @ XLR Mic channels
USB Power port:
5volt, 250mA for LED lighting or MP3 charging
Channel EQ 3-band active:
LOW: 80Hz ±12dB
MID: 750Hz ±12dB
HI: 11.5KHz ±12dB
Power Output:
500wRMS (2x250w@4ohms), 750w peak total
Power Req.:
100-140VAC or 200-250VAC, 50-60Hz
Size and Weight:
7.5”H x 13.5”W x 9”D, 10 lbs
Vinyl Cover:
CV800
XP800L BLOCK DIAGRAM
CARVIN ENGINEERING DATA
XP800L POWERED MIXER OPERATING MANUAL
RECEIVING INSPECTION—read before getting started
INSPECT YOUR MIXER FOR DAMAGE which may have occurred during
shipping. If damage is found, please notify the shipping company and
CARVIN immediately.
SAVE THE CARTON & ALL PACKING MATERIALS. In the event you have
to re-ship your unit, always use the original carton and packing material. This
will provide the best possible protection during shipment. CARVIN and the
shipping company are not liable for any damage caused by improper packing.
SAVE YOUR INVOICE. It will be required for warranty service if needed in
the future.
SHIPMENT SHORTAGE. If you find items missing, they may have been
shipped separately. Please allow several days for the rest of your order to
arrive before inquiring.
RECORD THE SERIAL NUMBER on the enclosed warranty card or below
on this manual for your records. Keep your portion of the card and return the
portion with your name and comments to us.
USA customers register online at: www.carvin.com/registration
All other countries register online at: www.carvinworld.com/registration
For your records, you may wish to record the following information.
Serial No._____________________ Invoice Date_______________
MADE IN THE USA
