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EQUALIZER SECTION
16. 6-Band Stereo Graphic Equalizer (EQ). EQ
compensates for differences in source material sound
quality. In ultra-compact mobile systems this EQ can be
used to tailor the sound to the acoustical requirements of
the room. Center frequencies are 42Hz, 152Hz, 480Hz,
1.5kHz, 4.8kHz and 15.4kHz. Faders have a center detent
for an accurate "flat” response. Below is a typical "house"
EQ curve. Notice how the knobs above "0" balance out
the knobs below. Start with this setting if you've never
used a graphic EQ before:
Below is an example of a poor EQ curve because it cuts
the output volume down by 6-10dB. You have to
compensate by running the Master output higher:
Below is the worst sort of curve to use because you are
using EQ to
add volum
e. With exaggerated boost you can
easily run your power amplifiers into “clipping” (see page
6) and damage your speakers:
GENERAL EQ HINTS
• Boost the 42Hz band for deep bass tones and solid kick
drum sound. Use sparingly because this dramatically
increases demand on power amplifiers and could drive
them into “clipping” .
• Cut slightly at 152Hz and more at 460Hz for extra clarity.
Note: Cutting is preferable to boosting.
• Boost 15kHz for a little "sizzle".
• As a general rule, less equalization is better!
17. Equalizer On/Off. This controls whether your final
output will be routed through the EQ or not.
HEADPHONE CUEING
18. Headphone Mix - controls the mix of cue and program (- the
final mix of music played through the master output), signals to
your headphones. When the knob is moved to the left, all you
will hear is the cue source. When the knob is all the way to the
right, you will hear what is playing through the master output.
By blending, beats can be matched exactly and segues can be
smooth when a song is cued.
19. Headphone Level – adjusts cue volume.
20. Headphone Jack – to plug in your ¼” headphones.
21. Power Switch – turns unit on and off.
22. BNC Connector – for a 12V gooseneck light to be attached.