Behringer mix800 Karaoke Machine User Manual


 
6 MINIMIX MIX800 User Manual
1. Introduction
Sing along with this powerful karaoke machine! Its revolutionary Voice Canceller
eectively eliminates vocals from any stereo source while retaining most
music elements. The integrated digital echo/reverb processor in 24-bit/40 kHz
resolution assures ultimate vocal enhancement. We’ve included 2 independent
mic channels with Level controls and Clip indicators for perfect level adjustment.
A dedicated 2-band EQ provides for awesome vocal enhancement and sound
shaping, and there is an accurate 6-digit LED output meter for precise level
indication. Stereo Line Inputs/Outputs let you connect your favorite CD or MP3
player, tape recorder and similar equipment. Long-term reliability is guaranteed
with the high-quality potentiometers and illuminated switches. Ultra low-noise
audio operational ampliers oer outstanding sound performance.
Karaoke has never been this easy and this much fun!
1.1 Before you get started
1.1.1 Shipment
Your MIX800 was carefully packed at the assembly plant to assure secure
transport. Should the condition of the cardboard box suggest that damage may
have taken place, please inspect the unit immediately and look for physical
indications of damage.
Damaged equipment should NEVER be sent directly to us. Please inform
the dealer from whom you acquired the unit immediately as well
as the transportation company from which you took delivery.
Otherwise, all claims for replacement/repair may be rendered invalid.
Please always use the original packaging to avoid damage due to
storage or shipping.
Never let unsupervised children play with the MIX800 or with
its packaging.
Please dispose of all packaging materials in an environmentally
friendly fashion.
1.1.2 Initial operation
Be sure that there is enough space around the unit for cooling. To avoid
overheating, do not place the MIX800 on top of power amps or near radiators,etc.
To power the MIX800, use only the power supply unit that is delivered
with your equipment.
1.1.3 Online registration
Please register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase
by visiting http://behringer.com and read the terms and conditions of our
warrantycarefully.
Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction, it is our intention to have it
repaired as quickly as possible. To arrange for warranty service, please contact
the BEHRINGER retailer from whom the equipment was purchased. Shouldyour
BEHRINGER dealer not be located in your vicinity, you may directly contact
one of our subsidiaries. Corresponding contact information is included in the
original equipment packaging (Global Contact Information/European Contact
Information). Should your country not be listed, please contact the distributor
nearest you. A list of distributors can be found in the support area of our website
(http://behringer.com).
Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair
claims more quickly and eciently.
Thank you for your cooperation!
2. Control Elements and
Connections
Please ensure that the unit is installed and operated only by people
qualified to do so. During installation and operation the user must have
sufficient electrical contact to earth. Electrostatic discharge may affect
the operation of the unit.
2.1 The front
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Fig. 2.1: Front panel control elements and connectors of the MIX800
(1) MIC INPUT 1/2. 1 or 2 microphones can be connected using these ¼" jacks.
(2) MIC LEVEL 1/2. The MIC LEVEL control adjusts the level of the
microphonesignal.
After they pass the MIC LEVEL controls, the 2 microphone signals are
combined into 1 mono signal.
(3) CLIP. When the Clip LED lights up, distortion may occur in the microphone
input of the MIX800. Reduce the microphone level with the MIC LEVEL
control (2).
(4) EQ LOW. The EQ LOW control allows you to raise or lower the low-frequency
content of the microphone signal.
(5) EQ HIGH. With the EQ HIGH control, you can raise or lower the
high-frequency content of the microphone signal.
(6) ECHO/REVERB. The MIX800 allows you to add an eect to the microphone
signal. When the ECHO/REVERB button is pressed in, you can add REVERB to
the signal. When the button is pressed out, the ECHO eect is active.
1 of the 2 effects is always active! Use the FX LEVEL control (7) to switch
off the effect or to adjust the effect intensity.
(7) FX LEVEL. The FX LEVEL control determines the amount of eect that is
added to the master signal.
Turn this control fully to the left to switch off the active effect.
(8) IN/OUT. Press the IN/OUT button to activate the Voice Canceller in the signal
path. This lter circuit allows you to remove the vocals almost completely
from a recording. The lter has been designed so that vocal frequencies
will be processed without signicantly aecting other music signals.
What is more, the lter only works in the center of the stereo panorama,
wherevocals are usually positioned in a recording.
The Voice Canceller can be used for stereo signals only!
(9) OUTPUT LEVEL. Set the volume of the output signal with the
OUTPUT LEVEL control.
(10) LED DISPLAY. The LED display is for monitoring the input level. It comprises
6 LEDs. When the Clip LED lights up, distortion may occur in the MIX800
output. Reduce the output level with the OUTPUT LEVEL control (9).
(11) SWITCH. The switch turns your MINIMIX MIX800 on and o.
Attention: The switch does not fully disconnect the unit from the
mains. To disconnect the unit from the mains, pull out the main cord
plug or appliance coupler. When installing the product, ensure the
plug or appliance coupler is readily operable. Unplug the power cord
completely when the unit is not used for prolonged periods of time.