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1. PHONES AALTO LUAX mixsa2 FX AUX RETURNS AUX SENDS L MONO IN CTRL ROOM MAIN MIX BAL UNBAL 7 109 PRESETS 16 1 2 15 3 14 ar 7 i09 8 VARIATIONS PEAK FX MUTE 1 VOCAL 1 2 VOCAL 2 3 LARGE HALL 4 SMALL HALL 5 LARGE ROOM 6 SMALL ROOM 7 PLATE 8 TAPE REVERB 9 SPRING REVERB 10 MONO DELAY 11 STEREO DELAY 12 FLANGER 13 CHORUS 14 REVERB DELAY 15 REVERB FLANGER 16 REVERB CHORUS AUX RETURNS CTRL ROOM PHONES CD TAPE PHANTON 48V 7 10 OOOOOOOO r1 e gr 3 H 5 MAIN MIX MAIN O gt Q N 4 CONTROL ELEMENTS ALTO LUX mmIX82FX our 0 0 0 MAIN MIX BAL UNBAL 6 AMIC INPUT 1 to 4 Your LYNX MIXS82 FX is equipped with 4 low noise microphone preamplifiers with optional phantom power 50 dB of Gain and 115 dB of S N ratio You can connect almost any type of microphone Dynamic microphones do not need phantom power Use phantom power only with condenser microphones b2. 6 avoid possible injury from tip over Permanent hearing loss may be caused by exposure to extremely high noise levels The US Government s Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA has specified the permissible exposure to noise level These are shown in the following chart HOURS X DAY SPL EXAMPLE 8 90 Small gig 6 92 train 4 95 Subway train 3 97 High level desktop monitors 2 100 Classic music concert 1 5 102 1 105 0 5 110 0 25 or less 115 Rock concert According to OSHA an exposure to high SPL in excess of these limits may result in the loss of heat To avoid the potential damage of heat it is recommended that Personnel exposed to equipment capable of generating high SPL use hearing protection while such equipment is under operation The apparatus shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection The mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device the disconnect device shall remain readily operable IN THIS MANUAL 1 INTRODUCTION isis icr eer n keen i e deka one 1 eo FEATURES eU rtu tune iiu suu LE 1 3 QUICK STAR E orci aper ede er e dave 4 4 CONTROL ELEMENTS iix er reb een her rh re hd 5 5 INSTALLATION amp 22 02 0 0200 2 2 11 root ei ota veins bed a RC
3. 6 APPENDIX PREFADER AND POSTFADER CONSIDERATIONS Interesting consideration Where are the faders in your LYNX MIX82 FX Actually a fader is usually regarded as a slider that is a linear potentiometer All potentiometers in your LYNX MIX82 FX are of rotary type but we keep the pre fader post fader description that is quite industry standard and easily understandable When your LYNX MIX82 FX leaves the Alto Factory the AUX bus of all input channels is wired post fader In this way the Aux bus can be used for the internal or external multi effect If you want to use the LYNX MIX82 FX Aux bus for powered stage monitors you should disconnect the above indicated POST route track and solder the PRE route track like in this drawing In this way the signal is routed to the AUX SENDS output before the Channel Level control AUX AUX essi Disconnect route POST the POST route POST Before After Decay time 0 8 1 1s 1 VOCAL 1 Simulate a room with small delay time Pre delay 0 79ms Decay time 3 6 5 4s 3 LARGE HALL Simulate a large acoustic space of the sound Pre delay 23 55ms i 2 8 4 5 LARGE ROOM Simulate a studio room with many early reflections podus Eid 7 PLATE Simulate the transducers sound like classic bright Decay time 0 6 6 15 vocal plate Pre delay 10ms Simulate the analog transducers springs lightly Decay time 1 3 5 4s 8 SPRING REVERB Stretched
4. This LED lights up when the input signal is too strong 31FX MUTE Switch This switch is used to activate deactivate the effect facility REAR PANEL MODEL SERIAL C 283 Ima EN DESIGNED IN ITALY CAUTION REPLACE WITH THE SAME TYPE FUSE AND RATING DISCONNECT SUPPLY CORD BEFORE CHANGING FUSE WARNING SHOCK JT OPEN AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE ris 3e POWER SWITCH This switch is used to turn the main power ON and OFF 33 AC INPUT This connector is used to connect the supplied AC 18V Adapter 6 5 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION Ok you have got to this point and you are now in the position to successfully operate your LYNX MIX82 FX However we advise you to read carefully the following section to be the real master of your own mix Not paying attention enough 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 this procedure for every single channel 1 2 5 Turn down all Input and Output Gain Controls Connect phantom powered microphones before switching on the 48 Volt phantom power switch Set the output level of your LYNX MIX82 FX or the connected power amplifier at no more than 75 Now set the CONTROL ROOM PHONE level at no more than 50 Position HI MID and LOW EQ c
5. 13 7 PRESET ter dire ege Re ERRARE EA VR DEA E ea 13 BLOCK DIAGBAM Dex pedet tier aah eed vet Yet nt x Ete ta Fl Ede 14 9 TECHNICAL 6 4 0 0 0 02 15 10 WARRANTY Y kane TA V wo 16 1 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the LTO LYNX MIX82 FX 8 channel mixing console with 24 bit digital multi effect It is just one of the many Alto products that a talented multinational Team of Audio Engineers and Musicians have developed with their great passion for music Your LYNX MIX82 FX is a remarkable compact mixing desk that does not find many equals in the market today With 4 microphone and 2 stereo Line level inputs for small live performances small studio recording and general PA applications your LYNX MIX82 FX also includes a 24 Bit digital multi effect with 18 Factory Presets There is a three bands EG on all input channels and separate Main Mix and Control Room outputs for operation with different volume settings Use it for small GIGs and RECORDING Your LYNX MIX82 FX also is a flexible tool for your Multi media presentations Enjoy your LYNX MIX82 FX and make sure to read this Manual carefully before operation 2 FEATURES 4 MIC input channels with gold plated XLR and balanced LINE input 2 stereo input channels with balanced TRS jacks Ultra low noise discrete MIC pre amps with 48V Phantom power Extr
6. A LTO MUSIC PASSION DESIGN User s Manual LYNX MIX82 LYNX MIX82FX 8 CHANNEL MIXING CONSOLE WITH DIGITAL EFFECTS e Dae 2101010100 www altoproaudio com Version 1 0 Fer 2008 English IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock and fire do not expose this equipment to moisture or rain TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK PLEASE DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER OR THE BACK PANEL OF THIS EQUIPMENT THERE ARE NO PARTS NEEDED BY USER INSIDE THE EQUIPMENT FOR SERVICE PLEASE CONTACT QUALIFIED SERVICE CENTERS A This symbol wherever used alerts you to the presence of un insulated and dangerous voltages within 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 important operating and maintenance instructions Please read Protective Ground Terminal AC mains Alternating Current Hazardous Live Terminal ON Denotes the product is turned on OFF Denotes the product is turned off CAUTION Describes precautions that should be observed to prevent damage to the product 1 Read this Manual carefully before operation 2 Keep this Manual in a safe place 3 Be aw
7. Ratio 115dB Frequency response 20 Hz to 22 kHz 1 dB Sensitivity range 15 dBu to 35 dBu Microphone input 1 4 k Ohm ape out 1 k Ohm Equalization Mid bell 15 dB 2 5 kHz DSP Section DSP resolution 24 bit Max DELAY TIME 650ms Chorus Flanger amp Reverb Combinations Controls 256 position PRESET Selector CLIP LED MUTE SWITCH Main Mix Section Fader dB channels muted 93 dBr ref 4 dBu UNITY gain 91 dBr ref 4 AUX Returns gain range to 10 dB Power Supply Power Consumption 27 Watts Dimension WxDxH 256 250 72mm Shipping weight 18 5Kg 4Pcs 10 WARRANTY 1 WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD To obtain Warranty Service the buyer should first fill out and return the encl osed Warranty Registration Card within 10 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 genuinely miswriting or absence of this card will void your warranty service 2 RETURN NOTICE 2 11 case of return for any warranty service please make sure that the pr oduct is well packed in its original shipping carton and it can protect your unit from any other extra damage 2 2 Please provide a copy of your sales receipt or other proof of purchase with the returned machine
8. and give detail 2 3 A brief description of the defect will be appreciated 2 4 Please prepay all the costs involved in the return shipping handling and insurance 3 TERMS AND CONDITIONS 3 1 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 3 2 The warranty service is only available to the original consumer who purch ased this product directly from the retail dealer and it can not be transferred 3 3 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 3 4 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 e Normal tear and wear The product has been altered modified in any way e Damage which may have been caused either directly or indirectly by another 3 5 In no event shall ALTO be liable for any incidental or consequentialdamages Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you 3 6 This warranty gives you the specific rights and these rights are compatible with the state laws y
9. are of all warnings reported with this symbol 4 Keep this Equipment away from water and moisture Clean it only with dry cloth Do not use solvent or other chemicals Do not damp or cover any cooling opening Install the equipment only in accordance with the Manufacturers instructions Power Cords 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 ol Unplug this equipment when unused for long periods of time or during a storm Refer all service to qualified service personnel only Do not perform any servicing other than those instructions contained within the User s Manual 10 10 prevent fire and damage to the product use only 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 12 Dispose of this product should not be placed in municipal waste and should be separate collection 11 Move this Equipment only with a cart stand tripod or bracket specified by the manufacturer or sold with the Equipment When a cart is used use e caution when moving the cart equipment combination to
10. emely high headroom offering e xtra dynamic range Balanced inputs for optimal signal integrity W arm natural 3 band EQ on each channel Built in 24 bits digital effects processor F or LYNX MIX82FX Model P eak LED on each channel 2 AUX sends pre channel for xternal effects and monitoring Main output Control room and headphone outputs 2 Track inputs assignable to main mix control room headphone outputs Highly accurate 8 segment bar graph meters 7 3 QUICK START This is the fastest way to get something out from your LYNX MIX8e FX if you have a keyboard and a microphone a With the Main switch in OFF position connect the supplied AC Adapter to your LYNX MIX82 FX first and then into the AC outlet making sure that the available voltage is the same with your LYNX MIX82 FX b Before turning the LYNX MIX82 FX you shall connect it to a power amplifier and speakers Turning off the mixer BEFORE the power amplifier c Plug the microphone into Channel 1 MIC IN d Turn down AUX and LEVEL controls on the input channel e Put the EQ controls on center position f Turn on your LYNX MIX8e FX g With LEVEL control position sing or speak to the microphone with normal volume and adjust the GAIN control so that the PEAK LED only blink occasionally h If you like you can adjust the equalization at this stage i Turn up MAIN MIX LEVEL until you get a comfortable volume j Connect your stereo keyb
11. l the volume of the processed signal sent to Monitor Mix which can be varied from to 10 dB 23 MAIN CD TAPE If you push down the CD TAPE CONTROL ROOM button the CD TAPE IN signal will be routed into the Control Room output and the level will be adjusted by the Control Room knob nearby the Main MIX LEVEL knob 24 CD TAPE TO MAIN MIX If you push down the CD TAPE TO MAIN MIX button the CD TAPE IN signal will be routed into the MAIN output and will be adjusted by the MAIN MIX LEVEL knob 25 PHANTOM PWR Switch This button will apply 48 Volt Phantom Power only to the 4 XLR MIC input sockets When condenser microphones are not used please make sure that the Phantom Power is disengaged 26 PHANTOM LED This LED indicates when the PHANTOM POWER is engaged 27 POWER LED This LED indicates when your LYNX MIX82 FX is switched on DSP SECTION For LYNX MIX82FX Model There is a powerful 24 bit 256 preset digital multi effects included in your LYNX MIX82FX Effects include reverbs chorus flanger delay and combinations of the above 28 PRESETS This knob will select one of the 16 Factory Presets 2 3 29 VARIATIONS Control For each of the 16 Factory Presets you can apply 15 A up to 16 variations so in total your LYNX MIX82FX offers 258 different presets If you want 12 s 1 7 109 8 please look at the following chart to know which parameter is modified by this control 4 CONTROL ELEMENTS
12. ng the life of your woofers MASTER SECTION 18 MAIN MIX LEVEL This knob controls the level of the signal sent to MAIN OUTPUTS and CD TAPE O AUX RETURNS OUT Also AUX RETURNS and CD TAPE IN signals will be sent to this control E 7 19 PHONES CONTROL ROOM LEVEL co mem OFF This knob controls the signal sent to 5 CONTROL ROOM OUTPUT amp PHONES mm B RD OUTPUT Ox 040 O 0 CTRL ROOM O70 20 CD TAPE IN PHONES OO T This knob controls the signal sent from Tu CD TAPE IN MAIN MIX MAIN CD TAPE xum 0 264 5 21 OUTPUT LEVEL METERS These consist of two column of 8 LEDs each ranging from 30 dB to 18 dB CLIP The O LED corresponds to a level output of O dBu The CLIP LEDs come to life when the output reaches 18 dBu Set the MAIN MIX level control so that the CLIP LEDs only flashes occasionally In general you get a good mix level when the Meter LEDs operate in the range to 6 If you exceed 6 you will get distortion If even 30 LEDs are sleeping your signal to noise ratio will suffer A 4 CONTROL ELEMENTS 22 AUX RETURNS TO MAIN MIX This control is used to control the volume of the processed signal sent to Main Mix bus which can be varied from to 10 dB TO AUX1 MON This control is used to contro
13. oard into CH 5 8 and repeat the same sequence Here you It is your first mix with your LYNX MIX82 FX Once you have finished your working session you shall turn the mixer off AFTER the power amplifier Before disconnecting the AC Adapter always turn off your LYNX MIX82 FX Do not use solvents to clean your LYNX MIX82 FX A dry and clean cloth will be OK 3 QUICK START SMALL GIG MIC MIC 3 DIGITAL EFFECT UNIT STAGE MONITOR 4 7 JOSE ELLE M M M M M CD PLAYER LINE LINE LINE LINE MAIN MIX BAL UNBAL f DAT OR TAPE RECORDER C GAIN GAIN ooo A KEYBOARD DRUM MACHINE POWERED STAGE MONITORS ACTIVE SPEAKERS ALTO PS4 HA BAR PUB RESTAUARNT WIRELESS MIC WIRELESS f STEREO AUDIO FROM TV HEADPHONE n WEG TV SCREEN 4 CD PLAYER de aux RETURNS 1 SENDS MAK RECORDER ROOM 9 GUITAR DRUM MACHINE ZONE 2 ACTIVE SPEAKERS MAIN ACTIVE SPEAKERS LYNX MIX82 FX 5 6
14. onnect the input of an external amplifier or active monitor speaker For AUXe FX jack use this to output the line level signal of the AUX2 post fader bus You can use it to feed the inputs of a stereo multi effects you will need a Y type cable 5 AUX RETURNS You can use these stereo 1 4 phone sockets to return the stereo signal of an effect unit to the Main Mix Alternatively you can use them as an extra auxiliary input and using the AUX RETURN level control as volume control The signal will be sent directly to MAIN MIX control 6 CTRL ROOM OUTPUT These 1 4 phone sockets will be used to send the signal to a pair of powered Studio Monitor speakers or to a second set of PA 7 MAIN MIX OUTPUTS This stereo output is controlled by the Main Mix Level on the Master section and will send the audio signal to an amplifier or to a pair of active speakers The output level can be varied from to 10 dB 8 CD TAPE IN Use the Tape input to connect a CD Player Tape DAT iPOD or any other line level source You can send this signal either to CONTROL ROOM OUTPUT and or to the MAIN MIX OUTPUT using the relative CD TAPE TO select buttons 9 OUT These RCA jacks will route the main mix signal into tape or DAT recorder 10 PHONES This socket will be used to send the signal to a pair of headphones CHANNEL STRIP 11 LEVEL This knob controls the channel s level from to 10 dB 12 PEAK LED This red LED will let y
15. ontrols on middle position Position panoramic PAN BAL control on center position With a pair of headphones or studio monitor speakers connected apply a Line Level input signal so that the PEAK LED does not light up While speaking into the microphone or playing the instrument adjust the channel level control so that the PEAK LED will blink occasionally in this way You will maintain good headroom and ideal dynamic range Now repeat the same sequence for all input channels The Main LED Meter could move up into the red section In this case you can adjust the overall output level through the MAIN MIX control Audio Connections You can connect unbalanced equipment to balanced inputs and outputs Simply follow these schematics Sleeve LH Ring Right Signal 1 Strain Clam Tip Left Signal Sleeve Ground Screen Use for Headphone Stereo Return 1 4 Stereo TRS Jack Plug Sleeve Tip Strain Clam Tip Signal Sleeve Ground Screen use for Mono Line In Mono 1 4 Plugs 1 4 Mono TS Jack Plug 1 5 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION 6 2 Hot 1 Ground Screen 2 Hotl 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 pin3 unconnected 3 pin XLR Male Plug 3 pin XLR Line Socket seen from soldering side seen from soldering side
16. ou know about the status of the signals processed into your LYNX MIX82 FX Connect a microphone or an instrument to your LYNX MIX82 FX and sing play at normal volume Set the level control of that channel so that the PEAK LED lights up only occasionally If this LED is always on you are experiencing a lot of distortion and you should turn the GAIN control down or reduce the EQ boosting If this led never lights up turn the GAIN control up again A 13 PAN BAL This is the PANORAMA control or 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 counter clockwise and the signal will be present only on the left speaker and vice versa Of course a large number of intermediate positions is available 14 AUX These two controls are used to adjust the level of the signal sent to AUX buses and their adjustable range goes from to 10dB AUX1 is configured as PRE MON FADER so generally it can be used for monitor application While AUX2 is configured as POST FX FADER therefore most of the times it will be used for effects and processors input however you can also changed it to PRE MON FADER configuration according to the specific application For more detail please see chapter In this typical compact unit excluding sending out directly to the external effect or processo
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18. r equipment AUX SEND2 will also be sent to the internal onboard effect module 3 BAND EG You have three EG control for each mono and stereo input channel each providing 15 dB of boost and cut MID is 12 dB The signal will be unaffected when the controls are on center position You may use an external equalizer to make up a mix properly but a master equalizer will not have effect on a single channel and you may overload the signal easily Individual EQ will give you a much better control on single tracks 15 HI If you turn this control up you will boost all the frequencies above 12 kHz shelving filter You will add transparency to vocals and guitar and also make cymbals crispien Turn the control down to cut all frequencies above 12 kHz In such way you can reduce sibilances of human voice or reduce the hiss of a Tape player 16 MID This is a peaking filter and it will boost cuts frequencies with their center at 2 5 kHz This control will affect especially upper male and lower female vocal ranges and also the harmonics of most musical instruments ZEN 4 CONTROL ELEMENTS 17 LOW If you turn this control up you will boost all frequencies below 80 Hz You will give more punch to bass drums and bass guitar and you will make the male vocalist more macho Turn it down and you will cut all the frequencies below 80 Hz In this way you can avoid low frequency vibrations and resonance thus preservi
19. sound Pre delay 0 35 STEREO DELAY Recreate the input sound the stereo output with Period 210 400ms 11 different time Feedback 37 7396 Recreate the illusion of more than one instrument 13 CHORUS from a single instrument sound Rate 0 5 5Hz Flanger Rate 0 16 2 52Hz 15 REV FLANGER Stereo chorus and large room reverb Rev decay time 1 wn ES ANALNO SINOHd i ioni at E ur sis gu J 1 T 4 d He Heia lt m ta E ec FT E 7 He 4 i Hi PET i aes 113 8 BLOCK DIAGRAM Microphone input electronically balanced discrete input configuration Distortion THD amp 0 005906 at 4 dBu 1 kHz SNR Signal to Noise
20. ut make sure that the phantom power button is disengaged before connecting the microphone Phantom power will not damage your dynamic microphones but it may damage tube or ribbon microphones so make sure to read the microphone instructions manual before engaging phantom power Use switch 24 to activate deactivatephantom power These two channels are also equipped with 1 4 TRS balanced unbalanced LINE IN plugs to connect line level instruments such as keyboards drum machines and effect devices NOTE Never try to connect a line level signal to the XLR MIC input when the phantom power is engaged or you may seriously damage your equipment 2 STEREO LINE INPUTS 5 to 8 These are channels 5 6 and 7 8 They are organised in stereo pair and provided with 1 4 TRS phone sockets If you connect only the left jack the input will operate in mono mode that is the mono signal will appear on both input channels You can use these inputs with a stereo keyboard drum machine etc 3 GAIN This control is provided with 2 different indication rings one is for 1 4 channels with a range of 0 50dB when MIC is used and a range of 15 35dB when LINE is used the other for 5 8 channels with a range of 20 20dB For optimum operation you shall set this control in a way that the PEAK LED will light up only occasionally in order to avoid distortion on the input channel A 4 CONTROL ELEMENTS 4 AUX SENDS For AUX1 MON jack use this to c
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