Rane MP 2 2003 version - Manual (Page 3)

Manual-
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 connec-
tions, 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.
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.
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MIC LEVEL A LEVEL B LEVEL LEVEL LOW 10 8 6 4 0 2 LOW HIGH HIGH
0 2 4 6 10 8
P1
L1
L2
P2
P1
L1
L2
P2
INPUT INPUT
PGM CUE
A B
MP 2
A
PROGRAM A PROGRAM B
CUE
PHONES MIC
B
PAN HOUSE
LEVEL POWER
10 0
2
4
8
6
10 0
2
4
8
6
10 0
2
4
8
6
10 0
2
4
8
6
10 0
2
4
8
6 0
–24
–12
+12
–12 +12 –12 +12 –12 +12 –12 +12
0
-24
-12
+12
MIXER
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.
A clean Crossfader is happy, behaved and long-living. See the
Fader Cleaning instructions on page Manual-4.
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.