Viking MCX-106 Music Mixer User Manual


 
The MCX-106 is a compact self-powered mixer with a Microprocessor controlled stereo
cassette deck, designed to allow recording a live demo tape, performing to pre-recorded
program material, recording sound on sound with an external tape source, and
simultaneously performing as a six-channel "powered" main sound system and a six-
channel independent monitor mixer.
The MCX-106 features: six input channels, a 300 watt power amplifier, 9-band graphic
equalizer, automatic compressor, reverb effect, fluorescent bargraph meter, power
amplifier protection circuitry, and a complete patch bay.
Each input channel features: input trim control with LED peak indicator, pre-EQ foldback
send, 3-band EQ, post-EQ recording level and pan controls, post-reverb/effects send, Lo-
Z balanced XLR input and Hi-Z unbalanced 1/4" input.
The built-in cassette deck features: full logic cassette mechanism control, dbx noise
reduction system, zero return and cue functions, automatic tape selector.
All these unique functions are integrated into a ruggedly construct and portable package,
offering unlimited applications for school, church, band, performing group, etc.
The MCX-106 is a "first of its kind" product, providing such a wide variety of versatility.
1. Built-in Stereo Cassette Recorder with micro-
processor control
2. Six Input Channels
3. 300 watt Power Amplifier
4. 9-band Graphic Equalizer with Bypass Switch
5. Auto-Comp™ Compression Circuitry with LED
indicator
6. Reverberation Effect with 2-band dedicated EQ
7. Fluorescent Bargraph Metering— assignable
8. Power Amp Protection Circuitry with indicator
9. Complete patch Bay with Buss-Link™
10. Aux. Input with Stereo Balance and Level
Controls — assignable to PGM, FB, and Rec L & R
Busses
11. Headphone Monitoring/Cueing System
12. Independent Stage Monitor (FB) Mix
Each Channel
1. Input Trim Control with LED peak indicator
2. Pre-EQ foldback send
3. 3-Band EQ
4. Post-EQ recording level and pan controls
5. Post reverb/effects send
6. Lo-Z Balanced XLR Input
7. Hi-Z Unbalanced 1/4" Input
Stereo Cassette Recorder
1. Full Logic Cassette Mechanism Control
2. dbx® Noise Reduction System
3. Automatic Tape Selector with Indicator (normal,
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4. Headphone Output with Level Control
5. Tape Transport Remote Control (start/stop)
6. Tape Pitch Control (±10%)
7. Zero Return with Automatic Cue
8. 3-Digit Tape Counter
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General Description
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