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1. DNI 14 15 THE EXPERTS WHO WANT TO KNOW MORE 18 ERE ETEL T aore E E 19 fos foa EM BLOCK DIAGRAM a ee 26 S 27 e 28 Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine 1 INTRODUCTION Thank you very much for expressing your confidence in ALTO products by purchasing ALTO AMX 180 AMX 180FX mixing console The AMX 180 AMX 180FX is a professional compact mixer You will get the smooth accurate more natural and open sound from this apparatus and it is really ideal for gigs recording and fixed PA installations The AMX 180 AMX 180F X mixing console is packed with some key features that can not be found in other consoles of its size 4 mono these are provided with ultra low noise microphone preamplifiers and phantom power at 48 Volt and 4 stereo input channels and each of them is provided with a 3 bands equalizer for Hl MID and LOW controls highly accurate 12 seg ment bar graph meters and 2 Track inputs assignable to main mix control room phone outputs etc Besides the 24 bit effect processor with 256 effects 16 presets x16 variat2. HHY sng L431 174 o 1nO t 11 XIN NIV OIN EP b 1 41 XIN OIN EP b 13441 vel a 110 NIVIN xnv LANAS xnv 1391 5 L 100 10 Quas xnv 13441 XIN exnv 99 9 9 oe oO 9 1591 vv 3 vLiv po NO A 9 4 Sng8 1331 L Sn8 1H9IH Sng L331 VXnv 21901 QN3S X33 14400108 Tv L Xnv e v SNg LH IH 5 uv Cv 06 TIW 1440108 el Sn8 L331 Sng 1331 NVd 22 08 03 Sc 08 276 ST3NNVHO LNdNI O333LS LYASNI NI INIT 8 09 0 SSVd IH 2961 9 9 IH CIE TER 01 7 ST3NNVHO LAdNI Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine 9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Mono input channels Microphone input Frequency response Distortion THD amp N
3. Strain Clamp Tip Signal Sleeve Ground Screen Use for Mono Line In Mono 1 4 Jack Plugs 1 4 Mono TS Jack Plug Ring Return Signal Tip Sleeve Ring Strain Clamp Tip Send Signal Sleeve Ground Screen Use for Pre Gain Channel Inserts 1 4 Stereo TRS Jack Plug 1 Ground Screen 1 Ground Screen 3 Cold 3 Cold Use for Balanced Mic Inputs Use for Main output For unbalanced use connect pin 1 to 3 For unbalanced use leave pin 3 unconnected 3 pin XLR Male Plug 3 pin XLR Line Socket seen from soldering side seen from soldering side Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine Ring Return Signal Connected together To Channel Insert Sleeve Ground Screen Tip Signal To Tape or FX Input Sleeve Ground Screen Tapped Connection Direct Output Lead Enables the Insert to be used as a Direct Output while maintaining the channel signal flow DO To Processor Input Sleeve Ground Screen Tip Send Signal gt to Channel insert Sleeve Ring Ring Return Signal To Processor Output Y Stereo lead for insert Connection To be used when the processor does not employ a single jack connection for the In Out Connections Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine 6 FOR THE EXPERTS WHO WANT KNOW MORE As we have told you previously in this manual the AUX SEND2 control both on mono and on stereo channels is factory wired as
4. Pre delay Room Size 5 3 NO Go GO G G CO CO NININININININ Room Size Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine 11 STEREO DELAY Delay RightDelay LeftFB RightFB 400 m 12 FLANGER No Pitch Depth LeftFB RightFB 8 2 282 40 42 38 3 1 233 40 38 42 4 22 40 38 42 8 210 440 4 38 6 199 40 38 42 8 1 14 150 1 98 42 9 114 5 42 8 4 04 70 68 72 15 02 70 68 72 46 046 70 68 2 13 CHORUS Pith Deph 1 50 1 50 __ 4 5 40 3 449 15 40 4 42 5 40 10 4 0 Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine 14 1 290 59 75 187 48 42 80 2 290 39 320 163 60 80 3 290 30 15 28 67 80 4 20 27 48 298 67 80 5 240 3 28 129 29 60 80 6 240 39 21 120 28 49 80 8 240 39 21 107 28 49 80 99 20 26 75 47 48 82 90 150 26 28 120 28 60 90 15 REVERB FLANGER 9 70 o 080 70 60 906 12 70 60 9 __ 70 60 905 Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine 16 REVERB CHORU
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6. SNR Signal Noise Rated Line input Frequency response Distortion THD amp N Sensitivity range 15dBu to 30dBu Line input Frequency response 10Hz to 55KHz Stereo input channels Distortion THD amp N 0 005 at 4dBu 1KHz Microphone input 1 4K ohm Channel insert return 2 ohm Impedance All other inputs Tape out All other output Equalization Hi shelving Noise Bus noise Fader 0 dB channels muted 100 0dBr ref 4dBu Fader 0 dB all input channels assigned and set to UNITY gain 90dBr ref 4dBu Max output 22dBu balanced XLR 22dBu unbalanced 1 4 jacks AUX Return gain range OFF to 15dB AUX Sends max out 22dBu Power supply Main voltage USA Canada 100 120V 60Hz AC AC Adaptor Europe 210 230V 50Hz 60Hz Power Consumption Physical Dimension WXDXH Net weight 180 3 97 8 7515 Without Adaptor Main Mix Section Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine 10 10 1 WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD To obtain Warranty Service the buyer should first fill out and return the enclosed Warranty Registration Card within10 days of the Purchase Date All the information presented in this Warranty Registration Card gives the manufacturer a better understanding of the sales status so as to purport a more effective and efficient after sales warranty service Please fill out all the information carefully and g
7. 9 1 This is bass control It is used to boost male voice kickdrum 5 or bass guitar Your system will sound much bigger than what itis The gain range goes from 15dB to 15dB and the center frequency is 80Hz 4 8 AUX SENDS CONTROL WT These two controls are used to adjust the level of signal sent to AUX bus1 amp 2 and this adjustment doesn t effect the main mix output signal at all AUX1 can be configured as PRE POST fader the PRE POST switch Up for POST fader the signal is sent out after the channel fader and will be affected by the channel fader Down for PRE fader the signal is sent out before the channel fader and will not be affected by the channel fader AUX2 is configured as POST fader however it can also be configured as PRE fader through internal modification For more detail please refer to chapter 6 1 5 4 9 PAN BAL CONTROL Abbreviation of PANORAMA control for mono channels for the stereo channels always says BALANCE control You can adjust the stereo image of the signal via this control Keep this control in center position and your signal will be positioned in the middle of stage Turn this control fully counterclockwise and the signal will be present only on the left speaker and vice versa gt mmm Ei 4 10 MUTE ALT3 4 SWITCH amp LED INDICATOR Each channel is equipped
8. adjustable range is from to 15dB When the effect unit connected to mixer ay 1 has no input gain control you can get a further 15dB gain available from these AUX SENDS outputs a 4 28 OUTPUT LEVEL LED DISPLAY Tet st This stereo 12 segments LED meter will indicate JRE EN fea the level of the overall output signal ui d 4 29 PHANTOM LED This LED indicates when phantom power is switched on Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine 4 30 This LED indicates when the power is on in your AMX 180 AMX 180FX 4 31 SOLO MODE SWITCH This button provides two modes up for PFL Pre Fader Listen mode down for AFL After Fader Listen mode Engage the button the output signal of soloed channel will follow the TRIM EQ FADER and PAN BAL control and the SOLO ACTIVE LED illuminates Release the button to enter into PFL mode the output signal of soloed channel is unaffected by the PAN BAL and FADER control 4 32 MAIN MIX LEVEL These faders set the amount of signal sent to the Main Output and the Tape Output 4 33 PHONES CONTROL ROOM This fader sets the amount of signal sent to Control Room Phone output 4 34 ALT 3 4 TO MAIN MIX Engaging this switch allows you to combine the ALT 3 4 output with the MAIN MIX and feeds ALT 3 4 signal into Main output 4 35 2 TK TO MAIN MIX Engaging this but
9. with the MUTE ALT3 4 switch This switch is used to route the channel signal to ALT3 4 output instead of the main mix and the LED beside MUTE ALT3 4 will illuminate when the switch is pressed 4 11 SOLO SWITCH amp LED INDICATOR When pressing this switch the SOLO signal will replace other signals and reach to the CONTROL ROOM PHONES also the LED beside it will illuminate Usually use the SOLO function to preview each channel signal before they are let into the mix It is useful to set an instrument s input level and EQ and you can solo any channel that you want to However The SOLO switch never affects any mix other than the CONTROL ROOM PHONES mix Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine 4 12 PEAK LED Inside your AMX 180 AMX 180FX the audio signal is monitored in several different stages and then sent to the PEAK LED when this LED blinks it warns you that you are reaching signal saturation and possible distortion The PEAK LED will blink with a level that is 6dB before actual clipping 4 13 FADER This control will adjust the overall level of this channel and set the amount of signal sent to the main output 2 TRACK IN OUT STEREO AUX RETURNS MAIN MIX OUTPUT BAL UNBAL 9 MAIN OUTPUT LEVEL R e 2 LEFT TAPE IN TAPE OUT RIGHT RIGHT 4 14 2 TRACK IN OUT TAPE IN Use the Tape input if you wish to listen to your mixer from a Taper Recorder or DAT You can assign the signal c
10. POST FADER If you have some skill in electronic components soldering you can modify this setting and have all your AUX SENDS configured as PRE FADER AUX AUX PRE Solder the PRE route Disconnect O POST the POST route POST Before After Modification on mono and stereo channels Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine 7 LIST For 180 Model 01 VOCAL1 No 10 8 2 0 450 10 Sering 2 40 12 9 Spring 2 79 90 8 Hal 2 7 45 08 4 Plate 2 25 2590 9 Sig 2 0 09 4 fpe 2 11 10 9 Sig 2 55 170 2 02 VOCAL2 No 79 90 8 2 490 120 2 0 40 10 Spring 2 7 30 1 0 8 2 ik 90 tape 0 090 2 25 240 9 Sig 2 03 LARGE HALL No 595 50 45 06 79 400 50 5 06 78 50 40 43 06 82 7 227 1450 33 06 82 Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine 04 SMALL HALL No Predelay RoomSize Revlevel 1 45 29 9 06 2 2 45 290 9 4 0 492 I 4 29 8 0 2 _ Z 2 12 _ 5 4 20 6 40 20 7 220 20 8 2 20 9 4 180 10 40 180 n 20 15 102 20 150 143
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12. START 3 1 Please check the AC voltage available in your country before connecting your AMX 180 AMX 180FX to the AC socket 3 2 Be sure that the main power switch is turned off before connecting the mixer to the AC socket Also you should make sure that all input and output controls are turned down This will avoid damage to your speakers and avoid excessive noise 3 3 Before turning on the AMX 180 AMX 180F X you shall connect it to a power amplifier and turn on the mixer BEFORE the power amplifier Once you have finished your working session you shall turn the mixer off AFTER the power amplifier 3 4 Before disconnecting the AMX 180 AMX 180FX always turn off the power switch 3 5 Do not use solvents to clean your AMX 180 AMX 180F X A dry and clean cloth will be OK Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine 4 CONTROL ELEMENTS AMX 180 2 TRACK IN OUT STEREO AUX RETURNS MAIN MIX OUTPUT BAL UNBAL gt LEFT MONO MAIN OUTPUT 18 CHANNEL MIXING CONSOLE TAPE IN TAPE OUT MIC 4dBu AUX SENDS 4 ROOM ALT OUTPUT OUTPUT LEFT 3 9 PHONES 9 o ALT 3 4 TO MAIN MIX 2 TK TO MAIN MIX gt a AUX SENDS e b M LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT MAIN MIX m PFL _ AFL L R __ ____________ _____t_tttt__ ______ttttt S O OMODE OUTPUT LEVEL 2TK IN CTRL ROOM huil 8
13. User s Manual 80 NNEL MIXIN N AMX 180FX EFFECTS e E m E 5 a F 5 1 a E i P 1 ec GP T Eee lt gt www altoproaudio com Version 1 0 September 2004 English Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine SAFETY RELATED SYMBOLS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This symbol wherever used alerts you to the pre sence of un insulated and dangerous voltages with in the product enclosure These are voltages that may be sufficient to constitute the risk of electric shock or death This symbol wherever used alerts you to impo rtant operating and maintenance instructions Please read Protective Ground Terminal mains Alternating Current 4 Hazardous Live Terminal ON Denotes the product is turned on OFF Denotes the product is turned off WARNING Describes precautions that should be observed to prevent the possibility of death or injury to the user CAUTION Describes precautions that should be observed to prevent damage to the product WARNING Power Supply Ensure that the mains source voltage AC outlet matches the voltage rating of the product Failure to do so could result in damage to the product an
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15. _ 100 096 100 4 40 100 100 38 329 1 39 39 1 05 LARGE ROOM Predelay RevTime RoomSize Revlevel 1 85 480 5 4 090 9 2 5 480 5 v 59 n p 2 2 _ 40 450 n 20 5 50 400 096 6 50 40 2096 _ 8 27 400 9 5 360 2096 0 96 77 096 2096 36 2 1 29 m9 77096 0 100 096 w 100 080 100 100 100 12 00 100 Co alala alaj 00 CO O CO CO Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine 06 SMALL ROOM No Pre delay Rev Time 4 2 10 4 2 10 4 4 4 4 4 4 12 00 0 92 12 00 2 10 2 10 1 50 1 50 1 00 1 00 1 00 1 00 0 70 0 70 00 8 20 00 8 20 190 9 20 190 9 5 17 5 17 23 23 0 17 0 17 20 20 0 16 0 16 20 20 0 16 0 6 20 20 Nyo NEN NEN 8 O i Pre delay Rev Time 6 10 5 40 4 50 4 00 3 60 2 90 7 2 40 8 10 2410 170 1 50 1 30 1 20 1 00 0 80 0 70 10 08 Pre delay Rev Time 84 09 12 00 35 06 79 8 4 I 2 12 00 12 00 4 4 6 0j 8 CO OO C2 ED OJO Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine N NIN
16. d possibly the user Unplug the product before electrical storms occur and when unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire External Connection Always use proper ready made insulated mains cabling power cord Failure to do so could result in shock death or fire If in doubt seek advice from a registered electrician Do Not Remove Any Covers Within the product are areas where high voltages may present To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove any covers unless the AC mains power cord is removed Covers should be removed by qualified service personnel only No user serviceable parts inside e Fuse To prevent fire and damage to the product use only Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine the recommended fuse type as indicated in this manual Do not short circuit the fuse holder Before replacing the fuse make sure that the product is OFF and disconnected from the AC outlet Protective Ground Before turning the product ON make sure that it is connected to Ground This is to prevent the risk of electric shock Never cut internal or external Ground wires Likewise never remove Ground wiring from the Protective Ground Terminal Operating Conditions Always install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions To avoid the risk of electric shock and damage do not subject this product to any liquid rain or moisture Do not use thi
17. d professional audio that has made it possible for us to offer you our most important team member our continued support Thank you very much ALTO AUDIO TEAM Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine TABLE OF CONTENTS rc 4 5 IREADY TO STARF c o 6 A CONTROL ECEMENTO 7 AT MONO MICLEINE CHANNELS 9 MONO GHANNEL INSERT E E EEO OESE 9 e E er EES E E 9 LC AMECSILSUUESIEES IPTE 9 49 SIBEREOJTBNIP MARNE ERU PRSE SA POPMA M 9 EE 9 Ar BAND EQUALIZER idt audet dnos pian bed i ub 10 Ao AUX SEND CONTROL 10 IIS eerren e E a hock A SN 10 4 10 MUTE ALT3 4 SWITCH amp LED INDICATOR 10 SOLO SWITCH pe Pm 10 FEAR 11 iE ede UIT EEUU 11 4 14 2 TRACK IN OUT 11 4 19 RETURNS ceu MINI Du
18. enuinely miswriting or absence of this card will void your warranty service 10 2 RETURN NOTICE a In case of return for any warranty service please make sure that the product is well packed in its original shipping carton and it can protect your unit from any other extra damage b Please provide a copy of your sales receipt or other proof of purchase with the returned machine and give detail information about your return address and contact telephone number C A brief description of the defect will be appreciated d Please prepay all the costs involved in the return shipping handling and insurance 10 3 TERMS AND CONDITIONS a ALTO warrants that this product will be free from any defects in materials and or workmanship for a period of 1 year from the purchase date if you have completed the Warranty Registration Card in time b The warranty service is only available to the original consumer who purchased this product directly from the retail dealer and it can not be transferred c During the warranty service ALTO may repair or replace this product at its own option at no charge to you for parts or for labor in accordance with the right side of this limited warranty d This warranty does not apply to the damages to this product that occurred as the following conditions Instead of operating in accordance with the user s manual thoroughly any abuse or misuse of this product Normal tear and wear The product has bee
19. ions is equipped specifically for AMX 180FX Your 180 180 is very easy to operate but we advise you to go through each section of this manual carefully In this way you will get the best out of your AMX 180 AMX 180FX Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine 2 FEATURES The AMX 180 AMX 180F X mixing console is designed for professional application It will provide the following features The common features e 5 MIC input channels with gold plated XLR and balanced LINE inputs 4 stereo input channels with balanced TRS jacks Ultra low noise discrete MIC pre amps with 48V Phantom power Extremely high headroom offering more dynamic range Insert on each of mono input channels Switchable Low cut filter on each mono channel 4dBu 10dBV on each channel e Warm natural 3 band on each channel e Peak LED on each channel e Mute ALT 3 4 SOLO function on each channel 4 AUX returns for additional functionality e Control room and headphone outputs 2 Track inputs assignable to main mix control room headphone outputs Highly accurate 12 segment bar graph meters Additionally the AMX 180FX is also equipped with following features 24 bit digital effect processor 256 effects 16 presets x16 variations Effect on off by means of MUTE switch or a footswitch connected to the DFX FOOTSWITCH Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine 3 READY
20. n altered or modified in any way e Damage which may have been caused either directly or indirectly by another product force etc Abnormal service or repairing by anyone other than the qualified personnel or technician And in such cases all the expenses will be charged to the buyer e In no event shall ALTO be liable for any incidental or consequential damages Some states do not allow the exclu sion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you f This warranty gives you the specific rights and these rights are compatible with the state laws you may also have other statutory rights that may vary from state to state Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine SEKAKU ELECTRON INDUSTRY CO LTD No 1 Lane 17 Sec 2 Han Shi West Road Taichung 401 TAIWAN http www altoproaudio com gt Tel 886 4 22313737 email alto altoproaudio com Fax 886 4 22346757 All rights reserved to ALTO All features and content might be changed without prior notice Any photocopy translation or reproduction of part of this manual without written permission is forbidden Copyright 2004 Sekaku Electron NF01882 1 1 Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine
21. ne 4 38 PANEL DESCRIPTION OFF POWER PHANTOM RATED POWER CONSUMPTION 25W SERIAL ON A NEN DO NOT OPEN WARNING SHOCK HAZARD no AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE 5 OUVRIR 18VAC POWER ON OFF SWITCH This switch is used to turn the main power ON and OFF PHANTOM ON OFF SWITCH This switch will apply 48 Volt Phantom Power only to the 5 XLR MIC inputs Never connect microphones when the phantom power is on already AC INPUT CONNECTOR This connector is used to connect the 18VAC adapter supplied by ALTO company only Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine 5 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION Ok you have got to this point and you are now in the position to successfully operate your AMX 180 AMX 180F X However we advise you to read carefully the following section to be the real master of your own mixer Not paying enough attention to the input signal level to the routing of the signal and the assignment of the signal will result in unwanted distortion a corrupted signal or no sound at all So you should follow these procedures for every single channel Before connecting mics or instruments make sure that the power of all your systems components including the mixer is turned off Also make sure that all input and output controls of your mixer are turned down This will avoid damage to your speakers and avoid excessive noise Properly connect all external device
22. o it is not possible to simultaneously use both the MIC amp LINE inputs on the same channel use only one of them for the appropriate source PHANTOM POWER 48 VOLT It is available only to the XLR MIC sockets Never connect a mic rophone when phantom power is already on 4 2 MONO CHANNEL INSERT Insert sockets are provided for all mono MIC channels It can allow you patch external signal processing devices into signal path via a TRS connector the signal will be taken out after the input gain control Trim and sent to an external processor such as a compressor limiter then returned into the same channel imme diately before the EQ section Note Usually insert connections require a special stereo splitting Y cord to be connected known as TRS connector Tip Send Ring Return 4 3 INPUT LEVEL SETTING This control is provided with 2 different indication rings one is for the microphone and the other for the line level When you use a microphone you shall read the OUTSIDE ring 0 44dB when you use line level instrument you shall read the INSIDE ring 15 30dB For optimum operation you shall set this control in a way that the peak LED will blink also occasionally in order to avoid distortion on the input channel 4 4 LOW CUT SWITCH By pressing this button you will activate a 75Hz low frequency filter with a slope of 18 dB per octave You can use this facility to reduce the hum noise caused by the mains power supply
23. oming from the Taper Recorder either to CONTROL ROOM PHONES output using the 2TK IN button on the front panel or to the MAIN MIX output using the 2TK TO MAIN MIX button TAPE OUT These RCA sockets will route the main mix into a tape recorder 4 15 STEREO AUX RETURNS Use these stereo 1 4 sockets to return the sound of an effect unit to the main mix You can also use them as the extra auxiliary inputs but they are primarily used to connect the output of external effect processors Note in AMX 180 model the returned signal of AUX RETURN 1 will also be routed to AUX RETURN 2 if there is no signal feeding to AUX RETURN 2 sockets The signal is summed or mixed in to the main L R mix bus 4 16 MAIN MIX OUTPUT The stereo output is supplied both with XLR and 1 4 TRS sockets which are used to send the audio signal to an amplifier Through the main mix level control you can adjust the output level from to 10dB 4 17 MIC 4dB When this switch is pressed the output level from MAIN MIX OUTPUT will be reduced 30dB AUX SENDS CTRL ROOM ALT OUTPUT OUTPUT EE 1 L RIGHT 4 y PHONES 4 18 AUX SENDS These 1 4 sockets are used to send out the signal from the AUX bus to external devices such as effects equipment they also can be used as monitoring outputs by connecting a power amp and monitor speaker Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine 4 19 CTRL ROOM OUTPUT These 1 4 sockets a
24. or the stage rumble while using a microphone 4 5 STEREO INPUTS These are channel 5 through channel 12 They are organized in stereo pair and provided with 1 4 TRS sockets Use the left input if connect a mono input signal to the STEREO INPUT There is an additional MIC input jack and a TRIM control on channel 5 6 4 6 4dBul 10dBV 6 These switches adjust the input sensitivity of the line inputs on the stereo channels CH5 CH12 4dBu is suitable for professional audio devices 10dBV is suitable for general HI FI devices If not sure to use which setting try 4dBu first or change it to 10dBV if the volume is too small to be satisfied Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine 4 7 3 BAND EQUALIZER A 3 band equalizer is provided for each input channel with a wide range of frequency adjustment HI This is the treble control You can use it to get rid of high frequency OM a noises or to boost the sound of cymbals or the high harmonics of the human voice The gain range goes from 15dB to 15dB with a center frequency of 12kHz 6 8 15 0 15 2 5kHz MID 12 2 This is the midrange control can affect most fundamental frequencies of all musical instruments and human voice An attentive use of this control will give you a very wide panorama of sound effects The gain range goes from 12dB to 12dB and the center frequency is 2 5kHz 80Hz POST 15 LOW
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26. re used to send the control room signal to the studio monitor speakers or a second set of PA 4 20 ALT OUTPUT These 1 4 sockets are unbalanced outputs the signal level to the ALT OUTPUT is adjusted by ALT 3 4 rotary on the front panel 4 21 PHONES This socket will send out the mix signal to a pair of headphones 4 22 DSP FOOTSWITCH This socket is used to connect external footswitch for your convenient operation it will activate deactivate the DSP effect module in this unit and function same as DFX MUTE switch 41 4 23 AUX RETURN CONTROL These two controls adjust the level of the signal present at the AUX1 amp 2 RETURNS jacks The signal is summed or mixed in to the main L R mix bus 4 24 EFX TO AUX1 Press this button the signal present at AUX RET URN 2 will be routed to AUX1 bus instead of the main mix output Without doubt this feature will be very useful to E you 4 25 ALT 3 4 CONTROL LEM This control is used to adjust the level of the ALT INS TO MAIN MIX output and the adjustable range is from to 15dB this is another way to offer you extra independent TO MAIN MIX stereo submix with its own level adjustment knob AUX SENDS 4 26 2TK IN CONTROL we This control is used to adjust the level of 2TK IN signal which can be varied from to 4 27 AUX SENDS CONTROL SOLO MODE OUTPUT LEVEL 2 Both controls are used to determine the master CTRL ROOM AUX SENDS levels The
27. s product when in close proximity to water Do not install this product near any direct heat source Do not block areas of ventilation Failure to do so could result in fire Keep product away from naked flames IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions Follow all instructions Keep these instructions Do not discard Heed all warnings Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer Power Cord and Plug Do not tamper with the power cord or plug These are designed for your safety Do not remove Ground connections If the plug does not fit your AC outlet seek advice from a qualified electrician Protect the power cord and plug from any physical stress to avoid risk of electric shock Do not place heavy objects on the power cord This could cause electric shock or fire Cleaning When required either blow off dust from the product or use a dry cloth Do not use any solvents such as Benzol or Alcohol For safety keep product clean and free from dust Servicing Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel only Do not perform any servicing other than those instruc tions contained within the User s Manual Dear Customer Thank you for choosing the ALTO AMX 180 18 Channel Mixing Console AMX 180FX 18 Channel Mixing Console with Digital Effects which is the result of our ALTO AUDIO TEAM s endeavours For the ALTO AUDIO TEAM music and audio are more than a profes
28. s such as mics power amplifiers speakers effects processor etc Now turn on the power of any peripheral devices then power up the mixer Note the power amplifier or powered monitors shall be turned on after the mixer and turned off before the mixer Set the output level of your mixer or the connected power amplifier at no more than 7590 Set the CONTROL ROOM PHONE level at no more than 50 Position HI MID and LOW EQ controls on middle position Position panoramic PAN BAL control on center position While speaking into the mic or playing the instrument adjust the channel Level control so that the channel PEAK LED will blink occasionally in this way you will maintain good headroom and idea dynamic range You can shape the tone of each channel by adjusting the equalizer controls as desired Now repeat the same sequence for all other input channels The main LED could move up into the red section in this case yo can adjust the overall output level through the MAIN MIX control For AMX 180FX you can select desired DSP sound effects via PRESET and VARIATION controls Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engine 5 1 Some Final Tips on Wiring Configuration You can connect unbalanced equipment to balanced inputs and outputs Simply follow these schemes Ring Right Signal Tip Sleeve Rino Strain Clamp Tip Left Signal Sleeve Ground Screen Use for Headphone Stereo Return 1 4 Stereo TRS Jack Plug Sleeve
29. sion it is a passion and an obsession We have in fact been designing professional audio products for a number of years in cooperation with many of the world s major brands The ALTO line represents unparalleled analogue and digital products made by musicians for musicians With our design centres in Italy the Netherlands and the United Kingdom we provide you with world class designs while our software development teams continue to develop an impressive range of audio specific algorithms By purchasing our ALTO products you become the most important member of our ALTO AUDIO TEAM We would like to share with you our passion for what we design and invite you to make suggestions which will aid us in develop ing future products for you We guarantee you our commitment for quality continual research and development and of course the best prices The ALTO AMX 180 AMX 180F X mixing console is equipped with 4 mono input channels these are provided with ultra low noise microphone pre amplifiers and phantom power at 48 Volt 4 stereo input channels 2 stereo aux returns and 2 TK IN So in total you have 18 input channels on your AMX 180 AMX 180FX It is specifically designed for professional application Seeing is believing let s meet the ALTO AMX 180 AMX 180FX We would like to thank all the people who made the ALTO AMX 180 AMX 180FX 18 Channel Mixing Console possible especially to our designers and ALTO staff It is their passion for music an
30. ton to route the 2 TK IN signal into the Main Mix output 4 36 CONTROL ROOM SOURCE You can choose to monitor any combination of MAIN MIX ALT 3 4 and 2 TK IN via these MATRIX switches The ALT 3 4 is additional stereo mix bus 2TK IN is the stereo signal coming from the TAPE IN jacks These stereo signals will be delivered to the CONTROL ROOM PHONES by engaging these switches If no switches are engaged there will be no signal at these outputs Note when the channel s SOLO switch was engaged then the SOLO signal will replace other signals and also be sent to the CONTROL ROOM PHONES 4 37 24 BIT DIGITAL EFFECTS For AMX 180FX Model PRESETS CONTROL Adjust this knob to select the right effect you wish to perform There are total 16 options for you several kinds of reverb mono and stereo delay modulation effects and versatile two effect combination VARIATIONS CONTROL Since you have selected the preferable effect the next step please go with the fine consideration there are also total 16 variations for each preset Each variation has been designed modifying several parameter DFX MUTE SWITCH This switch is used to activate deactivate the effect facility Sometimes you can also use the DFX FOOTSWITCH for convenient operation PEAK LED This LED lights up when the input signal is too strong In case of the digital effect module being muted this LED also lights up Downloaded from www Manualslib com manuals search engi
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