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Page - 6 Operator Manual – MX-206 Mixer
Copyright© 2006 – Ashly Audio Inc.
Physical Description
The MX-206 is 1RU, and weighs 10 pounds.
MX-206 Front Panel
1. Input dB (Gain) - This 3-position slide switch
sets the operating level of the microphone
preamp. The best signal to noise ratio is
obtained with higher gain settings, however it is
important to leave enough headroom (20dB) to
prevent clipping. The numbers -20, -40, and -60
refer to the nominal level of the microphone
signal applied to the input. The center position
(-40) is a good starting point for most
applications.
Note: The Input Gain switch increases or
decreases by 20dB increments. To avoid
system feedback and possible driver or hearing
damage, turn down the channel level control
before adjusting the gain, then slowly increase
level control to suitable setting
2. Input Level - This inner concentric control
determines the mix level of its respective
channel. If you have insufficient signal with the
level fully turned up, change the Input dB (gain)
switch of that channel to a higher setting.
3. Input Pan - This outer concentric control
determines the stereo position of the signal.
4. Clip - Each input has a red LED which will
illuminate when the mic preamp or input level
circuit pass a signal which is 3dB below
clipping. If the level control is off and the LED is
still flashing, reduce the Input dB (gain) switch.
5. Stereo Aux Input - This control adjusts the
level of the stereo signal from the RCA inputs
on the back panel. The Tape/CD input should
have a nominal level of -10dB.
6. Stereo Outputs - The Left and Right output
levels are independently controlled by these
two dials. They respectively determine the
signal at the 1/4" jack Main outputs.
7. Mono Output - This inner concentric control
determines the output level of the transformer-
balanced Mono Output XLR connector. Its
signal is summed from the right and left mix
bus, and is fully independent of the settings of
the stereo output level controls.
8. Headphones Output Level - This outer
concentric control determines the level of the
stereo headphones, and is fully independent of
the other outputs.
9. Output Meters - Two 6-segment LED arrays
show the current status of the stereo outputs.
0VU is equivalent to +4dBu (1.228Vrms).
10. Stereo Headphone Jack - You can monitor
the stereo mix through headphones
independent of all other output controls. In
other words, the headphones can be used even
if all other output controls are turned off.
11. Phantom Power Indicator - This red LED is lit
when the phantom power is turned on. The
phantom power switch is on the back panel.
Safety Instructions – 3
Introduction - 4
MX-206 Mixer – 5
Connectors & Cables – 5
Physical Description - 6
Front Panel
Rear Panel
Installation – 7
Typical Applications - 8
Troubleshooting - 9
Dimensions - 9
Specifications - 10
Warranty - 11