Manual-1
OPERATORS MANUAL
MP 2
CLUB MIXER
QUICK START
If you are too excited to read the manual, at least read this page to minimize any potential mistakes (we know you don't
make any). Be sure your amplifier is off while making connections, and every time you turn on your system, apply power to
your amplifier
last
.
The most common assumption is that the cables you already have will work. Well, let's be sure first. None of your RCA
cables should be longer than 10 feet (3 meters) or you are asking for hum. The
MAIN
and
AUX OUTPUTS
are balanced
¼" TRS (tip-ring-sleeve) connectors, allowing you to run long lines if neccessary with properly balanced cables. If you
really have to use unbalanced (tip-sleeve) cables, keep them as short as possible (well under 10 feet [or 3 meters]). If you
are connecting balanced devices (3-conductor) to either Input of the MP 2, or are sending the Output to an unbalanced
equalizer or amplifier, consult the included RaneNote
“Sound System Interconnection”
for proper wiring.
The MP 2 has 3 sets of Outputs. The
HOUSE OUTPUT
is set by the front panel
HOUSE LEVEL
control. The
AUX
OUTPUT
is set by the rear panel screwdriver adjusted
AUX LEVEL
control. The
TAPE OUTPUT
is fixed. All Output
level controls are independent of each other. The only Level controls that affect all Outputs simultaneously are the
PGM A
and
B LEVEL
controls.
If you bring a phono signal into
P1
or
P2
be sure to keep the
PHONO
switch
in
; likewise when connecting a CD player
to this input, be sure the
PHONO
switch is
out
.
Start with the
HOUSE LEVEL
all the way down so you don't scare the neighbors. Start with the Crossfader all the way
to the left (
PGM A
). Select an
INPUT
for
PGM A
and another for
PGM B
and start playing your sources. Set the EQ
controls to the center. Adjust the
LEVEL
controls so that the bottom three (
-24
,
-12
, and
0
) indicators light up. If the
+12
indicator flashes, turn down the
LEVEL
control. Now slowly turn up the
HOUSE LEVEL
so you can hear things working.
Moving the Crossfader to the right brings in the source selected on
PGM B
.
The headphone cue system is simple: The
PAN
controls the headphone mix between the Program going to the
HOUSE
and what is on
CUE
, determined by the
CUE
switches.
Never connect anything except a Rane RS 1 to the thing that looks like a red telephone jack on the rear of the
MP 2.
This is an AC supply and requires some special attention if you do not have an operational power supply
exactly
like
the one that came with your unit. Consult the Rane factory for a replacement or substitution.
WEAR PART
This product contains the following wear part subject to the ninety (90) day warranty period described on page Warranty-1:
(1) Active Crossfader #11646.
