Samson TM300 - Manual (Page 3)

Introduction / TM300 Features
We know you don’t like reading owners manuals, but you’ve just purchased one of the
finest powered mixers around, and we want to tell you about it! So, before you plug in
and start making music, we’d like to suggest you take just a few moments out to scan
these pages. We’ll make it as painless as possible, we promise—and, who knows, you
might just pick up a tip or two.
The Samson TM300 is a practical, full-featured 6-channel stereo powered mixer—
complete with built-in signal processing—all in a compact tabletop design. It’s ideal for
use in rehearsal studios, small club venues, lounges and other sound reinforcement
applications—in fact, it can be used wherever there are a number of microphone or
line-level sources that need to be mixed down to a stereo output. Simply hook it up to a
set of PA speakers and you’re ready to go!
In these pages, you’ll find an overview of TM300 features, followed by a guided tour of
its front and rear panels. Then we’ll describe how the TM300 should be connected to
your existing equipment (including a wiring diagram) and talk about the important topics
of gain structure and grounding techniques. Next, we’ll cover a number of specific
TM300 features (such as panning, equalization, auxiliary sends and returns, inserts and
using the onboard effects) in detail. Finally, we’ll wrap things up with full specifications.
You’ll also find a warranty card enclosed—please don’t forget to fill it out and mail it so
that you can receive online technical support and so we can send you updated
information about other Samson products in the future. Also, be sure to check out our
website (http://www.samsontech.com) for complete information about our full product
line.
SPECIAL NOTE: Should your TM300 ever require servicing, a Return Authorization
number (RA) is necessary. Without this number, the unit will not be accepted. Please
call Samson at 1-800-372-6766 for a Return Authorization number prior to shipping your
unit. Please retain the original packing materials and, if possible, return the TM300 in its
original carton and packing materials.
TM300 Features
The compact design of the TM300 belies its extraordinary versatility and excellent sound
quality. Here are some of its main features:
• Six independent channels, each with mic and line inputs. These allow you to blend
together a variety of source signals, including dynamic or condenser microphones,
keyboards, CD/tape players, etc. Standard XLR mic connectors (for microphone
inputs) and electronically balanced 1/4" jacks (for line-level inputs) are provided for
each channel. In addition, there is a dedicated stereo Tape input that provides dual
phono (RCA) jacks.
• Flexible switching allows the TM300 to be used either in standard stereo
configuration or in a unique “split mono” mode, where it can drive both main PA
speakers and onstage monitors simultaneously.
• Built-in stereo power amplifier delivers 150 watts per side into 4 ohms. Any standard
speaker cabinets (four, eight, or sixteen ohms) can be connected to the four
rear-panel 1/4" speaker output jacks.
• Power amp utilizes a variable-speed fan and bipolar design for maximum reliability
and long life.
• Onboard digital signal processor (DSP) with three high-quality effects.
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