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1. mon Oe 210 TNR ef ee TER as 9 1 o This is the fastest way to get something out from your 2442 if you have a keyboard and a microphone a Plug the microphone into Channel 1 MIC IN b Turn down AUX and LEVEL controls on the input channel c Put the EQ controls on center position d Turn on your MX2442 e Sing or speak into the microphone with normal volume and adjust the channel LEVEL control to half f If you like you can adjust the EQ at this stage g The LED on the Master LED meter should flash only occasionally otherwise you will hear distortion If this LED is not active and you still hear distortion please turn down a little the input LEVEL control or reduce the output level of your source instrument h Connect your stereo keyboard into one of the stereo line inputs channel of your MX2442 Here you are It is your first GIG with your MX2442 TUPP PRO MUSIC GEAR SE ARI E Quick start LARGE GIG HOOKUP DIAGRAM WIRELESS WIRELESS CD PLAYER ACTIVE SPEAKERS MIC1 MIC2 MIC3 MIC4 MICROPHONE 1 MICROPHONE 2 lt f Ol a Jo E2. keys you can scan the folders then press PLAY PAUSE key you will open corresponding folders Press STOP to return to Fig 2 interface b After opening the folder the display will show as Fig 3 This display shows 3 file list and scrolling list PRE Fig 3 NEXT keys you can choose the desired song Press the PLAY PAUSE key the selected song playback will start In order to stop playback you just need to press the m stop key Then if you press the PLAY PAUSE key the song playback will start from the pause point if you press again the m stop key the system will return to Fig 3 interface jazz music in pop music TUPP PRO MUSIC GEAR SERIE S Optional Modules 4 Program mode a In Fig 2 select Program to enter into the following interface Play list Set Set the playing list Playing List Play list Press PRE NEXT key to select press STOP key to return the Fig2 interface b After entering into the Play List Set the display will show as Fig3 Selecting the desired folder the display will show the following interface The display will show all the MP 3 files the selected song will be inserted into the playing list and a mark will appear Press again you re going to delete the song from the playing list and the mark will disappear Press them STOP key you will return to Fig 2 interface The playing list can accept up to 20 s
3. 67476 User 5 Manual Mx2442 24 Channel Integrated Live Sound Mixer with USB Interfase Micia micas RP NE 50 9 i b OX igi A NS E E EE E EE SERIES gt OFF Es 2 TUPP PRO MUSIC GEAR Important Safety Instructions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 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 AC mains Alternating Current Denotes the pro
4. 9 band EQ DSP effect 0 0182 player MP3 player D Eel DoD og 9band EQ 0 7 orm J Note MX2442 can simultaneously install two kinds of option modules Two DSP modules can be at same time installed together while the EQ module and USB modules are not allowed to take such operations 9 band EQ module install Take out the short circuit wire which connects 9 band EQ module interface Plug in the 9 band EQ module connection wire to the EQMOD CONNECTOR Fix the 9 band EQ module at one of the two module places with the two attached screws Safekeeping the short circuit wire Put the short circuit wire back into the EQ MOD CONNECTOR when you take out the 9 band EQ module or the output will be cut 9 band EQ module install function 1 EQ Switch Engage this button to add the stereo graphic EQ to the main mix output circuit It can be used to modify the frequency contour of a sound If you release the button the stereo graphic EQ will be bypassed 2 STEREO GRAPHIC EQ Each one of these faders will boost or attenuate 12 dB the selected frequency at a preset bandwidth When all the faders are in the center position the output of the equalizer is flat response EGMOD CONNECTOR DSP module install Take out the short c
5. This is a peaking filter and it will boost cut frequencies from 100 Hz to 8 kHz depending on the position of the MID freq control This control will affect especially upper male and lower female vocal ranges and also the harmonics of most musical instruments 12 HI MID 80 1 XY This control gives you up to 15 dB boost or cut at 3 kHz It is useful for T4 Ee 3 12 controlling voice It can accurately polish your performance via adjusting 11 ey 3 this knob 5 3 13 MID LOW at This control gives you up to 15 dB boost or cut at 500 Hz EE e xL 14 LOW 15 If you turn this control up you will boost all frequencies below 80 Hz i1 Los You will give more punch to bass drum and bass guitar and make the vocalist more macho Turn it down you will cut all the frequencies Le e below 80 Hz In this way you can avoid low frequency vibrations and 18J ni C resonance thus preserving the life of your woofers 17 17 c 2 8 15 AUX SENDS Level Control 2 _ These four controls used to adjust the level of the respective signal sent 9 Ap to AUX bus AUX1 AUX2 can be switched to PRE POST FADER via the sums PRE POST button so generally they can be used for monitor application and effects amp sound processors input AUX3 and AUX4 are configured as POST Faders In this typical c
6. provided with XLR sockets and 1 4 TRS phone jacks 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 4 The TRIM control is applied the mono and stereo input channels It provides with 2 different indications One is for the MIC and the other for LINE levels When you use a microphone you shall read the MIC ring 0 50 for mono MIC input 0 40 for stereo channels when you use a line level instrument you shall read the LINE ring 15 35 dB for mono MIC input 20 20 dB 2 n 4 for stereo channels For optimum operation you shall set this control in a way that the LED 24 blinks only occasionally order to avoid distortion on the input channel odg 5 Mic 267 415dB 35dBLINE J15dB 35dBLINE LOW CUT LOW CUT I 75Hz 75Hz 18dB Oct 18dB Oct 5 LINE GAIN When you use a line level instrument you shall read the ring 20 20 dB For optimum operation you shall set this control in a way that the PEAK LED 24 blinks only occasionally in order to avoid distortion on the input channel 6 LEVEL SET LED This LED will help you to detect the input level immediately In this case ae ms the research of the fault will become much faster 20 OdB 50dB MIC
7. 15dB 35dB LINE 1598 3548 7 LOW CUT Button By pressing this button you will activate a 75 Hz low frequency filter with a slope of 18 dB per octave You can use this facility to reduce the hum noise infected by the mains power supply or the stage rumble while using a microphone 8 LINE MP3 Button By pressing this button it will switch to the MP3 mode the MP3 signal can be sent to this channel by releasing this button the LINE IN inputs signal will send to the line input channels You have to install the MP3 MOUDLE first 9 LINE USB Button By pressing this button it will switch to the USB mode then the USB signal can be sent to this channel or the Main Mix channel by releasing this button the LINE IN inputs signal will send to the line input channels EQUALISER There are 3 band EQ with sweepable MID on all mono input channel1 12 HI MID and LOW band There are 4 band fixed frequency EQ on the stereo channel 13 24 HI HI MID MID LOW and LOW band All bands provide up to 15 dB of boost or cut TOPP PRO MUSIC GEAR SERIES Control Elements 10 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 crispier 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 11 MID
8. KD lo oll aaa e 9 USB type lamp ones _ 40 PHONES Jacks These jacks will be used to send the signal to a pair of 38 ee ata headphone or to powered studio monitors OO O O 41 These stereo outputs are supplied with both the XLR and 1 4 phone jacks and it is controlled by the Main Mix Level 42 MAIN INSERT These two 1 4 phone jacks are stereo insert points and used to connect processors such as compressors equalisers etc When insert a external processor into the jack the Main stereo signal will be taken out after the EQ and returned into the MAIN MIX output before the MAIN MIX fader TOPP PRO MUSIC GEAR SERIE S Control Elements REAR PANEL 43 POWER Switch This switch is used to turn the main power on and off 44 48 Volt Phantom Power Switch It is available only to the XLR MIC sockets Never plug in a microphone when phantom power is already on Before turning phantom power on make sure that all faders are totally down In this way you will protect your stage monitors and main loudspeakers 45 AC Inlet with FUSE Holder Use it to connect your MX2442 to the main AC with the supplied AC cord Please check the voltage available in your country and how the voltage for your MX2442 is configured before attempting to
9. Simulate a small space with slight Simulate a bright studio room Simulate a large acoustic space of the sound Echo Delay effect Echo amp Reverb combination Flanger effect amp Reverb combination Simulate classic bright vocal plate Guitar Effect Chorus Guitar Effect Rotary Guitar Effect Tremolo Parameter Rev delay time 0 8 0 9s Pre delay 0 45ms Decay time 0 7 2 1s Pre delay 20 45ms Decay time 3 6 5 4s Pre delay 23 55ms Delay time 145 205ms Delay time 208 650ms Decay time 1 7 2 1s Decay time 1 5 2 9ms Rate 0 8Hz 2 52Hz Decay time 0 95 3 65 Rate 0 92Hz 1 72Hz Modulation depth 20 80 Rate 0 6Hz 5Hz SERIE S Optional Modules Optional USB Players Modules Section This section can be selected and installed according to user s requirement Please see installation procedure USB Module Installation Option One Song Module The file system of USB memory for USB players is FAT16 and FAT32 and these players can only decode Mp3 It has 7 rank subordinate folders at most 1 USB port For connecting with USB memory equipment 2 44 PRE In pause state press this key it will go to the previous song and still keep in pause state In play state press this key it will go to the previous song and start playing Furthermore press this key and hold for a few seconds to decrease the volume 3 gt gt NEXT In pause state press this key it will go to
10. these schematics Tip ERT Sleeve Ring Right Signal Ring Strain Clamp Tip Left Signal Sleeve Ground Screen Use for Headphone 1 4 Stereo TRS Jack Plug Strain Clamp Tip Signal Sleeve Ground Screen Use for Mono Line In Mono 1 4 Jack Plugs 1 4 Mono TS Jack Plug Sleeve Tip Ring Return Signal Ring Strain Clamp Tip Send Signal Sleeve Ground Screen Use for Insert Points 1 4 Stereo TRS Jack Plug 2 Hot 1 Ground Screen 2 Hot 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 TOPP PRO MUSIC GEAR SE mR I E Installation amp Connection 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 To Processor Input Sleeve Ground Screen Tip Send Signal To Channel Insert 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 USB Connection 20 TOPP PRO MUSIC GEAR SERIE lagram Block D axis prd
11. was engaged the SOLO signal will replace other signals and also be sent to the Control Room Phones and Meters 32 PHONES CTRL ROOM Controls Rotate these knobs to adjust the stereo level of CTRL ROOM and PHONES outputs separately which be varied from to MAX 33 SOLO MODE Button This button provides two modes up for PFL Pre Fader Listen mode down for AFL After Fader Listen mode Engage the button the soloed signal will output after the Level control otherwise release the button will output the soloed signal before the Level control XNOTE The SOLO function can never affect the mix at main recording output and also can t be affected by channel s MUTE switch 34 POWER LED The LED indicates when the power is ON 35 PHANTOM LED This LED indicates when the phantom power is switched on 36 LED Meter The stereo 8 segment LED Meter will indicate the signal level send to the Ctrl Room and Phones outputs 37 MAIN MIX LEVEL Fader This fader sets the amount of signal send either to the Main Mix Output or to the Tape Output 38 2 TRACK IN OUT TAPE IN Use the Tape input if you wish to listen to your mix from a Tape Recorder or DAT TAPE OUT These RCA jacks will route the main mix into a tape recorder 39 USB LAMP socket This lovable LAMP is very convenient for your operation it is located in the top right corner of the front panel and provides the 5V socket that can drive standard
12. Before turning the unit 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 Like wise 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 this 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 out let 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 notuse any solvents such as Benzol or Alcohol For safety keep product clean and free from du
13. IX Engage the LEFT switch to 6253646589 send the corresponding subgroup signal to MAIN MIX L and the RIGHT switch for MAIN MIX R When engaging the both switches the signal will be sent to of MAIN MIX 29 SUBGROUPS Fader These faders are used to control the levels of the signal send to the SUB GROUPS OUT the adjustable range goes from to 10 dB Any channel that is assigned to the subgroups not muted and not turned down will be assigned to the SUB OUTS S soto MODE 200000000 io 30 2TK LEVEL amp MIX Button By rotate the knobs you can adjust the stereo signals level of 2TK input and engaging the switch allows you to combine the 2 Track output with the Main Mix In other words feeds the 2 Track In signals into Main L R output 8 ipn CL Ibl lul Uum 2 MUSIC GEAR SERIES 10 Control Elements 31 Control Room Source You can choose to monitor any combination of MAIN MIX SUB1 2 SUB 3 4 and 2 via these Matrix switches Engaging these switches the stereo signals will be delivered to the Phones Control Room and Meters display When 5010 switch
14. S 1 ict GUITAR BOX DRUM MACHINE KEYBOARD HEADPHONE ACTIVE SPEAKERS COMPUTER 169 STAGE MONITOR CD PLAYER TOPP PRO MUSIC GEAR SERIE S Control Elements 1 MONO MIC LINE Channels Your MX2442 is equipped with 10 low noise microphone preamplifier with optional phantom power 50 dB of Gain and over 112 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 but make sure that the phantom power button is disengaged before 1 connecting the microphone Phantom power will not damage your dynamic microphones so make sure to read the MIC instructions manual before engaging phantom power Use switch 48 to activate deactivate phantom power These channels are also equipped with 1 4 TRS balanced unbala nced LINE IN plugs to connect line level instruments such as keyboards drum machines and effect devices 2 MONO Channel INSERT This is where you connect external sound processors such as compressor limiter equalizers etc The insert point is available on the first 4 MIC channels only 3 STEREO INPUTS These are channels 13 through 24 They are organised in stereo pair and
15. aono onus Hd sn ovava CIHO THO MUSIC GEAR SERIES Technical Specifications Mono Input Channels Microphone Input Frequency Response Distortion THD amp N Gain Range SNR Signal to Noise Ratio Line Input Frequency Response Distortion THD amp N Sensitivity Range Stereo Input Channels Line Input Frequency Response Distortion THD amp N Impedances Microphone Input Channel Insert Return All Other Inputs Tape Out All Other Output Equalization Hi shelving Mid bell Mono Hi Mid Stereo Mid Low Stereo Low shelving Low Cut Filter Main Mix Section Noise Bus Noise Max Output AUX Returns Gain Range AUX Sends Max Out Power Supply Main Voltage Power Consumption Fuse Main Connection Physical Dimension WxDxH Net Weight DSP Section A D amp D A Converters DSP Resolution Type of Effects Presets Controls TOPP PRO MUSIC GEAR Electronically balanced discrete input configuration 10 Hz to 55 kHz 3 dB 0 005 at 4 dBu 1 kHz 0 dB to 50 dB MIC 115 dB Electronically balanced 10 Hz to 55 kHz 3 dB 0 005 at 4 dBu 1 kHz 15 dBu to 35 dBu Balanced Unbalanced 10 Hz to 55 kHz 3 dB 0 005 at 4 dBu 1 kHz 1 4 2 5 10 kOhm or greater 1 120 15 dB 12 kHz 15 dB frequ
16. connect your MX2442 to the main AC 46 USB PORT This USB port is used to connect the unit to PC with a transmission line When it is in output mode it can connect with the SUB1 2 or MAIN MIX output in the input mode it can connect with the CH15 16 or MAIN MIX output 47 USB RECORD Switch You can select SUB1 2 or MAIN MIX track to input the record signal to PC 48 USB PLAYBACK Switch You can select CH23 24 or MAIN MIX track to output the audio signal from PC TOPP PRO MUSIC GEAR SERIES 12 Contrtol Elements 49 MONO Level Control This knob sets the level of mono mix output signal which can be varied from oo to 15 dB 50 MONO OUTPUT Jack This 1 4 phone jack is balanced unbalanced mono mix output connector it can be regarded as a sum output of the left and right of MAIN MIX 51 CTRL OUT Jacks These 1 4 phone jacks will be used to send the Control Room signal to the studio monitor speakers or a second set of PA 52 SUBGROUPS INSERT These 1 4 phone jacks are insert points They are used to connect process ors such as compressor limiter EQ etc When insert external processor into these jacks the subgroup stereo signal will be taken out then returned to before subgroups fader Of course these used jacks must be stereo Tip Send Ring Return 53 SUBGROUPS OUT Jacks These 1 4 phone jacks are used to connect the inputs of deck or secondary in a complicated PA live sound syste
17. d by the illegal use of the product repair and or nonauthorized modification conducted by people by Topp Pro Damages caused by the connection of the equipment to other equipment different from the specified ones in the manual of use or by bad connection to these last ones Damages caused by electrical storms blows and or incorrect transport Damages caused by excesses or falls of tension in the network or by connection to networks with a tension different from the required one by the unit Damages caused by the presence of sand acid of batteries water or any strange element inside the equipment Deteriorations produced by the course of the time use and or normal wear of the unit Alteration or absence of the serial number of factory of the equipment The repairs could only be carried out the authorized technical service by Topp Pro that will inform about the term and other details into the repairs to take place according to this guarantee Topp Pro will repair this unit in counted a term nongreater to 30 days as of the date of entrance of the unit to the Technical Service In those cases in that due to the particularitity of the spare part outside necessary their import the repair time and the viability of the same one will be subject to the effective norms for the import of parts in which case one will inquire to the user about the term and possibility into repair With the object of its correct operation and of the val
18. duct is turned on 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 Disposing of this product should not be placed in municipal waste but rather in a separate collection WARNING Power Supply Ensure that them a inssource voltage AC outlet matches the voltage rating of the product Failure to do so could result in damage to the product and 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 Fuse To 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 Protective Ground
19. ed signal or no sound at all So you should follow this procedure for every single channel 1 Turn down all input and output gain controls 2 Connect phantom powered microphones before switching on the 48 Volt phantom power switch 3 Set the output level of your MX1642 or the connected power amplifier at no more than 75 4 Now set the CONTROL ROOM PHONES level at no more than 50 In this way you will be able to hear later what you are doing connecting a pair of headphones or a pair of powered studio monitor speakers 5 Position EQ controls on middle position 6 Position panoramic PAN BAL control on center position 7 With a pair of headphone or studio monitor speakers are connected apply a Line Level input signal so that the PEAK LED does not light up 8 Increase the input gain properly for maintaining the good headroom and ideal dynamic range 9 Depending on the actual application turn slowly the input and output level controls for obtaining the maximum gain before distortion 10 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 TOPP PRO MUSIC GEAR 7_ amp Z E 1 SERIE S Installation amp Connection Audio Connections You can connect unbalanced equipment to balanced inputs and outputs Simply follow
20. ency range 100 Hz 8 kHz 15 dB 3 kHz 15 dB 500 Hz 15 dB 80 Hz 75 Hz 18 dB Oct Fader 0 dB Channels Muted 100 ref 4 dBu Fader 0 dB all input channels assigned and set to UNITY Gain 90 dBr ref 4 dBu 22 dBu Balanced XLR 22 dBu Unbalanced 1 4 jacks co to 15 dB 22 dBu USA Canada 100 120 VAC 60 Hz Europe 210 240 VAC 50 Hz U K Australia 240 VAC 50 Hz 50 Watts 71 25 AL Standard IEC Receptacle 470 5 mmx400 mmx38 115 mm 18 52 x15 75 x1 49 4 53 6 45 Kg 14 2 Ib 24 Bit 24 Bit Vocal Small Room Large Hall Echo Echo VerbFlange Verb Plate Chorus GTR Rotary GTR Tremolo GTR 100 100 Position PRESET Selector DSP MUTE SWITCH with PEAK LED Indicator SERIE S Guarantee Topp Pro guarantees the normal operation of the product against any defect of manufacture and or vice of material by the term of 12 months counted as of the date of purchase on the part of the user committing itself to repair or to change to its election without position some any piece or component that will fail in normal conditions of use within the mentioned period This guarantee is valid if the original buyer will have to present display this certificate properly sealed and signed by the selling house accompanied by the corresponding invoice of purchase where it consisted the model and serial number of the acquired equipment The guarantee does not cover Damages cause
21. idity of this one guarantee this product will have to be installed and to be used according to the instructions that are detailed in the manual associate or the package of the product This unit will be able to appear for its repair next to the invoice of purchase or any other proof where the date of purchase consists to its authorized distributer Topp Pro or an authorized technical center on watch by Topp Pro Exclusion of damages THE RESPONSABILITY OF TOPP PRO BY ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT IS LIMITED THE REPAIR OR THE REPLACEMENT OF HE HIMSELF TO TOPP OPTION PRO IF WE CHOSE TO REPLACE THE PRODUCT THE REPLACEMENT CAN BE A RECONDITIONATED UNIT TOPP PRO WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE BY THE DAMAGES BASED ON THE LOST INCONVENIENCE LOSS OF USE BENEFITS LOST SAVINGS BY THE DAMAGE TO OTHER EQUIPMENT OR OTHER ARTICLES IN THE USE SITE OR BY ANY OTHER DAMAGE IF HE IS FORTUITOUS CONSEQUENT OR OF ANOTHER TYPE ALTHOUGH TOPP PRO HAS BEEN NOTICED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES Some states do not allow to the exclusion or the limitation to the fortuitous or consequent damages so the aforesaid limitation can not be applied to you This guarantee gives specific legal rights him you you can also have other right that varies of state to state TOPP PRO 23 MUSIC GEAR TOPP PRO MUSIC GEAR www topppro com
22. input channels Use it for large GIGs and for fixed PA installation Enjoy your MX2442 and make sure to read this Manual carefully before operation FEATURES 18 MIC inputs with gold plated XLR and balanced TRS jack 6 Stereo input channels with balanced TRS jacks Ultra low noise discrete MIC preamps with 48 V Phantom Power SUB1 2 SUB3 4 amp MAIN L R signal assignment switches 4 AUX Sends per channel 2 PRE POST faders switchable for monitoring application effects amp sound processor input 2 POST faders as external send or for internal digital DFX 3 band EQ with sweepable MID on mono inputs 4 band EQ on stereo inputs Channel Inserts and Direct Outputs on each mono channel plus Main Insert for flexible connection of outboard equipment 2 TRACK IN assignable to Main Mix Control Room Headphone outputs With USB port Option 24 bit digital effect processor with up to 100 presets Option true stereo 9 band graphic EQ Option MP3 PLAYER Usefull Data Please write your serial number here for future reference Serial Number Date of Purchase Purchased at SERIE S Quick start
23. ircuit wire which connects DSP module interface Plug in the DSP module connection wire into DSPMOD CONNECTOR Fix the DSP module panel at one of the two module places with the two attached screws Safekeeping the short circuit wire Put the short circuit wire back into the DSPMOD CONNECTOR when you take out the DSP module or it will make distortion TUPP PRO 13 MUSIC GEAR SERIES Optional Modules 24BITS DIGITAL STEREO EFFECTS PROCESSOR 00 09 Vocal 50 59 Flange Verb 10 19 Small Room 60 69 Plate 20 29 Large Hall 70 79 Chorus GTR 30 39 Echo 80 89 Rotary GTR 40 49 Echo Verb 90 99 Tremolo GTR function 1 DISPLAY It displays the selected preset 2 PRESETS SELECTOR Adjust this knob to select the right effect you wish to perform There are totally 100 options for you Echo Vocal Plate and versatile two effect combination When you are satisfied the right preset please push this knob to store this preset you want 3 DSP MUTE Switch amp PEAK LED This switch is used to activate deactivate the effect facility 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 Preset list for DSP effect NO Preset 00 09 Vocal 10 13 Small Room 20 29 Large Hall 30 39 Echo 40 49 Echo Verb 50 59 Flanger Verb 60 69 Plate 70 79 Chorus GTR 80 89 Rotary GTR 90 99 Tremolo GTR TUPP PRO MUSIC GEAR Description
24. is key it will go to the previous track amp start playing 3 gt gt I NEXT 6 6 SA TAC MP3 T In pause state press this key it will go to next EM track and keep in pause state In play state 5 6 7 press this key it will go to the next track and start playing 4 CD RPT Press this key the player will change between the following four modes REP ALL means to repeat all tracks in the memory mark on the screen is REP1 means to repeat one track the mark the screen is D Play in order means to play the tracks according to the order the mark on the screen is blank Random play means to play the tracks at random the mark on the screen is A TUPP PRO MUSIC GEAR E MAX SERIE S Optional Modules 5 PLAY PAUSE In play state press PII PLAY PAUSE key to pause the player In pause state press PII PLAY PAUSE key to start playing 6 m STOP In play state press this key to stop playing and all the songs in USB memory will appear on the display In stop state pressi STOP I PRE NEXT keys again to go to first song and the player will keep in pause state then press pil PLAY PAUSE key to play the song 7 POWER Push amp Hold When the unit is off press this key and hold for about 2 or 3 seconds to turn on the power supply of player Repeat the above operation you can turn off the power supply of the player 8 DISPLAY All MP3 player information are monitored via this
25. l to set an instrument s input level and EQ and you can also solo any channel that you want to The SOLO switch never affects any mix other than the Control Room The other three buttons can be considered as signal assignment switches Pressing the SUB1 2 will assign the channel signal to Subgroup1 2 you can depend on the PAN switch to adjust the amount of channel signal sent to the SUB1versus SUB2 when turns the PAN to completely left then the signal can be only controlled Subgroup1 and viceversa In the same way pressing the SUB3 4 or MAIN UR will assign the channel signal to Subgroup3 4 or MAIN MIX LR and will also be affected by PAN TUPP PRO MUSIC GEAR SERIE S Control Elements 21 Master AUX SENDS Controls These four controls are used to dete rmine the master AUX SEND levels which can be varied from ooto 15 dB When the external effect units which have no input gain control were connected to mixer you can get a further 15 dB gain available from these Aux Send outputs As to the AUX4 it can also provide the lovable level adjustment for the internal effect signal 22 SOLO Button The function of these SOLO buttons are the same as the channel SOLO button they can also be affected by the SOLO MODE switch Press the SOLO button the corresponding AUX send will be routed to the Ctrl Room Phones outputs and Meters display 23 Master STEREO AUX RETURNS Controls These four controls set the level of effects tha
26. m You will find it is the best tool when you operate the SUBGROUPS OUT 54 AUX SENDS Jacks These 1 4 phone jacks are used to send out the signal from the AUX Bus to external devices such as effect units and or stage monitors 55 AUX RETURNS Jacks Use these stereo 1 4 phone jacks to return the stereo signal of an effect unit to the Main Mix Alternatively you can also use them as an extra auxiliary input via using the AUX RETURN level control as volume control The signal will be sent directly to MAIN MIX control 56 DIRECT OUTS Each Mono MIC LINE Channel is equipped with the 1 4 phone jack for directing output These jacks are used to send the signal from the channel path to external device for recording function etc TOPP PRO MUSIC GEAR SERIE S Optional Modules MX2442 offer two positions for modules assemblage meanwhile there are three selected modules of which you can select two or one or none On the right of the front panel there are two pieces module covers Open the top module panel cover you can see there are three interfaces The left one is EQ MOD module interface the middle one is DSP module interface and the right one is MP3 player module interface DO NOT MISTAKE THE CONNECTOR INTERFACE OR IT WILL DESTROY YOUR MODULES AND T NO MODULE d 288 7 888 Yours Yours DSP effect 0 open
27. ompact unit excluding sending out the signal directly to the external effect or processor equipment AUX SEND4 can also be assigned to the internal onboard effect module 16 PAN BAL Control Abbreviation of PANORAMA control for mono channels or the stereo channels always says BALANCE control Keep this control in center position then the signal will be positioned in the middle of stage 17 PEAK LED Inside your MX2442 the audio signal is monitored in several different stages and then sent to the PEAK LED When the LED is red illuminated it warns you that you are reaching signal saturation and possible distortion then you should reduce the input level for avoiding distortion 18 MUTE Button amp LED Each channel is equipped with a MUTE button Pressing this button is equal to turning the fader down which can mute the corresponding channel output except for the channel INSERT send and SOLO in PFL mode And the MUTE LED will illuminate 19 FADER This fader will adjust the overall level of this channel and set the amount of signal send to the main output 20 ASSIGNMENT Controls Each channel provides four push buttons SUB1 2 SUB3 4 MAIN L R and SOLO Pressing the SOLO button the corresponding SOLO LED will illuminate and the SOLO signal will replace other signals send to the Headphone Control Room and Meters Usually use the SOLO function in live work to preview channels before they are let into the mix It is usefu
28. ongs and it will display the list according to song insert order The display will show the following interface Press the PRE NEXT key you can select the starting song then press the PLAY PAUSE key the selected song playback will start Press PLAY PAUSE key again or press m STOP key the play back will stop Press PII PLAY PAUSE key again or press m STOP 002 00 05 01 pop 01 mp 02 674006 03 03 mp Fig 4 PLAYLIST SET PLAYING LIST Fig 5 la classic music Plena pop v Plena pop 02 mp Plena pop 03 mp key the playback will start again from the same point Twice press STOP the USB player will return to Fig3 interface Fig 5 Folder List See the Fig 3 the display shows MP3 files folders names Use 44 1 NEXT key to scan press Pil PLAY PAUSE key you ll enter into corresponding folder In order to return to Fig5 interface you just need to press the m STOP key 01 91919 oA aa ess 02 Plena pop 06 mp 03 Plena pop 04 mp Fig 7 Option Two Track Module The file system of USB memory for USB players is FAT16 and FAT32 and these players can only decode Mp3 It has 7 rank subordinate folders at most 1 USB PORT For connecting with USB memory 8 2 1 2 M PRE In pause state press this key it will go to previous USB PLAYER 4 track and keep in pause state In play state press th
29. sexy amp magic display NOTE basic interface instruction When the player isn t connected to a USB memory equipment theinterfaceisasfollows O When the player is searching for USB tracks the interface is as follows When the player is in pause state the interface is as follows 000 00 00 When the player is in use the interface is as follows USB Module Installation No selective mode At normal state there is no selective mode on the front panel only a piece of panel without function USB PLAYER selective mode Please connect the 5PIN row wire on the USB module to the CN16 header and 2 PIN row wire to CN 33 header on front panel For Recording module you also need to connect the 3 PIN row wire to CN 17 header to start recording function Then fix the USB module on front panel with two screws USBPLAYER ___ a 99 99 5 USB PLAYER TAC MP3 T B Track Module TUPP PRO 17 MUSIC GEAR Installation 8 Connection Ok you have got to this point and you are now in the position to successfully operate your MX1642 However we advise you to read the following section carefully to be the real master of your own mixer Not paying enough attention to the input signal level the routing of the signal and the assignment of the signal will result in unwanted distortion a corrupt
30. st Servicing Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel only Do not perform any servicing other than those instructions contained within the User s Manual Carts and stands The PORTABLE component should be used CART WARNING only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer A component and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the component and cart combination to overturn ET SERIE S Index 1 INTRODUCTION MN RR 4 ae E 4 3 USEFULL DATA 4 4 QUICK START 222222222 5 B CONTROL ELEMENTS 7 6 OPTION MODES reco dato aliad 13 7 INSTALLATION amp CONNECTION 2232 222222 18 eu 21 9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION cee csc ia ettet intet eid estet 22 10 GUARANTEE bd 23 Don t forget to visit our website at www topppro com more information about this and other Topp Pro products TOPP PRO 3 MUSIC GEAR SERIES TOPP PRO MUSIC GEAR INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the TOPP PRO MX2442 compact integrated mixers which available for 24 channels Your 2442 is a remarkable compact mixer that doesn t find many equals in the market today With 18 MIC and 6 Stereo Line level inputs for serious live performances There is a 3 band EQ on mono input channels 4 band EQ on stereo
31. t received from the stereo AUX RETURN connectors which be varied from to 15 dB They are used to provide the further gain for low level effects 24 TO AUX SEND1 2 The both rotary knobs assign the AUX RETURN signals to their respective AUX SEND outputs The TO AUX SEND1 assign the signal from AUX RETURN1 to AUX SEND1 bus and TO AUX SEND2 assign the signal from AUX RETURN2 to AUX SEND2 bus The adjustable range goes from to 15 dB 25 AUX RETURNS SOLO Button The function of AUX RETURN SOLO is like the channel SOLO button Engaging it sends the signal from AUX RETURN 1 4 to the CTRL OUT PHONES outputs and Meters display It can also be affected by SOLO mode button and the LED next to the button will illuminate 26 MAIN MIX amp CTRL R Button AUX RETURN3 is equipped with the Main Mix amp Ctrl R button Release the button to send the stereo signal from AUX RETURN3 to MAIN MIX buses Engage the button then the stereo signal will be sent to CTRL R output 27 SUB1 2 SUB3 4 MAIN MIX Buttons These three buttons are configured for AUX RETURN they be regarded as the signal assignment switches When engaging the SUB1 2 the stereo signal from AUX RETURN4 will be assigned to Subgroup1 2 in the same way SUB3 4 for Subgroup3 4 MAIN MIX for MAIN MIX buses 28 SUBGROUPS ASSIGN TO MAIN MIX Through these switches you can operate the subgroup faders as a master control for assigning the subgroups to MAIN M
32. the next song and still keep in pause state In play state press this key it will go to the next song and start playing Furthermore press this key and hold for a few seconds to increase the volume 4 PLAY PAUSE In play state press this key to pause the player In pause state press to start playing 5 m STOP In play state press this key to stop playing and all the songs in USB memory will 6 4 2 1 3 5 appear on the display In stop state press m 5 4 PRE PI NEXT keys again to go to first song and the player will keep in pause state then press Pil PLAY PAUSE key to play the song 6 DISPLAY All USB player information are monitored through this sexy amp magic display TAC MP3 S Operation Instruction for Song Module 1 When no USB key inserted the display will show as Fig 1 2 Inserted the USB key the USB player starts to search the songs INSER T USB KEY in USB key and the display shows Searching At the end of Fig the search the display will show as Fig 2 Using 4 PRE P 1 NEXT keys you can select one of following three menu options Playing Program and Folder List Press Playing the unit will enter into the corresponding PROGRA M operation mode FOLDE R LIST 3 Playing mode single song play Fig 2 a In Fig 2 selecting the Playing mode to recall following interface This display shows the name of all the folders a FOLDER containing MP 3 files Using the
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