Tapco MIX.FX MIX10FXP - Manual (Page 4)

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Getting Started
We realize that you must be
really keen to try out your new
powered mixer, but please
read the safety instructions on
page 2, and this page fi rst.
SETUP
1. Place the powered mixer in a position
where it is easy to reach the controls.
All the controls and input connections
are located on the front panel so you
can make quick adjustments and
connections on stage.
2. Make sure there is at least 6 inches of
airspace behind the powered mixer for
ventilation. Use the powered mixer in a
nice clean and dry environment.
CONNECTIONS
1. Be sure the rear-panel power switch is
off before making any connections.
2. Push the linecord securely into the
IEC connector on the rear panel, and
plug the other end into a 3-prong AC
outlet that is properly confi gured for the
voltage of your powered mixer.
3. Plug a balanced microphone into one
of the mic XLR (3-pin) connectors on
the front panel. Or you can connect a
line-level source (keyboard, or guitar
preamp) to a line input jack using a TRS
1/4" plug.
4. You will need a DI box to connect
guitars/instruments to the powered
mixer.
5. Plug your passive speakers (4 ohms or
greater) into the speaker output jacks
on the rear panel. If you plug two
speakers into a side, each speaker must
be 8 ohms or greater to maintain a 4-
ohm minimum load on the amplifi er.
Use at least 18 gauge speaker cable
with 1/4" TS plugs or Speakon
® plugs. For
now, set the power amp mode switch
to stereo mains.
Don’t use guitar cords for speaker
cables! They’re not designed to
handle speaker-level signals and
could overheat.
READY, STEADY, GO!
1. Turn down all the channel level, mon,
and FX controls.
2. Set all the EQ controls to the center,
including the graphic EQ sliders.
3. Turn down the main master level and
monitor master level controls, and turn
on the powered mixer.
4. For condenser mics, push in the
phantom power switch. If you are using
both condenser and dynamic mics,
don’t worry. Phantom power will not
hurt most dynamic mics. Check the
micro phone’s user manual if you’re not
sure.
5. For each channel 1-6, press the gain
switch in (low gain) if you are using a
line-level source. Press it out (high gain)
if you are using a microphone or other
low-level source.
6. Play something into an input at real-
world levels, and turn up the channel
level to U (unity).
7. In normal playing, the channel's OL
LED should only light occasionally. If
it stays on for a large portion of your
performance, check that the gain
switch is set correctly.
8. Slowly turn up the main master level
control until you hear the signal in your
speakers.
9. Repeat steps 5 to 7 for the remaining
channels.
10. If needed, apply some EQ wisely.
11. Adjust the levels to get the best mix.
Keep the level controls fully down on
unused channels.
Other Notes
• Only connect the powered mixer's
speaker-level outputs to passive
loudspeakers.
• When shutting down, turn off any
external amplifi ers or powered
loudspeakers fi rst. When powering
up, turn on any external amplifi ers or
powered loudspeakers last.
• Save the shipping box!