Manuel d'utilisation / d'entretien du produit 12R du fabricant Alesis
Aller à la page of 62
R EFERENCE M ANUAL 2002 MIXER / MICROPHONE PREAMPLIFIER.
Important Safety Instructions.
Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions (English) Safety symbols used in this product This symbo l alerts the us er that there are impor tant operating and maintenance i nstr uctions in the li terature accompanying this un it.
Important Safety Instructions 12. Use only with a car t, stand, b rack et, or table designed for use with professional audi o or music e quipment. In any installation, make sure that injur y or damage will not result from cables pulling on the app aratus and its mounting .
Important Safety Instructions Instructions de Sécurité Importantes (French) Symboles utilisés dans ce produit Ce symbole alèr te l’utilisateur qu’il existe des instr uctions de fonctionneme nt et de maintenance dans la documentation jointe avec ce produit.
Important Safety Instructions Suite de la page suivante 12. N’utilisez qu’avec un stand, ou table conçus pour l’utilisation d’audio professionne l ou instruments de musique . Dans toute installation, veillez de ne rien endommager à cause de câbles qui tirent sur de s appareils et leu r support.
Important Safety Instructions Lesen Sie bitte die folgende Sicherheitshinweise (German) Sicherheit Symbole verwendet in diesem Produkt Dieses Symbol alar miert den Benutzer, daß es wichtige Funktioniere n und W ar tung Anweisungen in der Literatur gibt, di e diese Maßeinheit begleitet.
Important Safety Instructions F or tsetzung auf nächster Seite 12. V erwenden Sie aussc hließlic h W ag en, Ständer , oder Tische, die speziell f ür professionell e Audi o- und Musikinstrumente geeignet sind. Achten Sie immer darauf, daß die jeweiligen Geräte sicher installiert sind, um Schäden und V erletzungen zu vermeiden .
Important Safety Instructions CE Declaration Of Conformity See our website at: http://www .alesis .com FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with P art 15 of the FCC r ules.
1 20 50-60 HZ 5 23 W MAX High Frequency EQ Low Frequency EQ Aux Send 1 (Pre Fader) Aux Send 2 (Post Fader) FRONT P ANEL REAR P ANEL Gain Channel Pan/Balance Power In Power Switch Phantom Power Switch .
Introduction Multimix 12R Reference Manual 1 T ABLE OF C ONTENTS Table of Contents ................................................................. 1 Introduction ............................................................................. 3 The Alesis Multimix 12R Microphone Preamplifier/Mixer .
Introduction Multimix 12R Reference Manual 1 T ABLE OF C ONTENTS Table of Contents ................................................................. 1 Introduction ............................................................................. 3 The Alesis Multimix 12R Microphone Preamplifier/Mixer .
Introduction Multimix 12R Reference Manual 3 I NTRODUCTION The Alesis Multimix 12R Microphone Preamplifier/Mixer The Alesis Multimix 12R is a high-quality, rack-mountable 12-input, stereo output audio mixer. It is designed to handle eight microphones, two stereo line inputs, and to route signal to and from external effect processing devices.
Introduction Multimix 12R Reference Manual 3 I NTRODUCTION The Alesis Multimix 12R Microphone Preamplifier/Mixer The Alesis Multimix 12R is a high-quality, rack-mountable 12-input, stereo output audio mixer. It is designed to handle eight microphones, two stereo line inputs, and to route signal to and from external effect processing devices.
Installation Multimix 12R Reference Manual 5 I NSTALLATION Unpacking The Multimix 12R box should contain: 1. The mixer itself 2. A packet of literature along with this manual 3. An AC power cable AC power READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS IN THE PREVIOUS SECTION OF THIS MANUAL TO ENSURE SAFE OPERATION OF THIS UNIT.
Installation Multimix 12R Reference Manual 5 I NSTALLATION Unpacking The Multimix 12R box should contain: 1. The mixer itself 2. A packet of literature along with this manual 3. An AC power cable AC power READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS IN THE PREVIOUS SECTION OF THIS MANUAL TO ENSURE SAFE OPERATION OF THIS UNIT.
Connections Multimix 12R Reference Manual 7 C ONNECTIONS Inputs Cable common sense Make all connections to the Multimix 12R with the power turned off wherever possible.
Connections Multimix 12R Reference Manual 7 C ONNECTIONS Inputs Cable common sense Make all connections to the Multimix 12R with the power turned off wherever possible.
Connections Multimix 12R Reference Manual 9 Phantom power Certain types of microphones (called condenser microphones) require a DC power supply from the mixer.
Connections Multimix 12R Reference Manual 9 Phantom power Certain types of microphones (called condenser microphones) require a DC power supply from the mixer.
Connections Multimix 12R Reference Manual 11 Balanced +4 dBu line level sources: Professional recording and processing equipment typically provides a balanced, 3-conductor signal output that is a higher voltage (1.24 volts nominal level) than most synthesizers and stereo equipment.
Connections Multimix 12R Reference Manual 11 Balanced +4 dBu line level sources: Professional recording and processing equipment typically provides a balanced, 3-conductor signal output that is a higher voltage (1.24 volts nominal level) than most synthesizers and stereo equipment.
Connections Multimix 12R Reference Manual 13 Phonograph turntables If you're using a record turntable, you may not plug it directly into the line inputs of the Multimix 12R (well, you can, but it will sound very thin and noisy). Obtain a phono preamp from your dealer or an electronics specialty store.
Connections Multimix 12R Reference Manual 13 Phonograph turntables If you're using a record turntable, you may not plug it directly into the line inputs of the Multimix 12R (well, you can, but it will sound very thin and noisy). Obtain a phono preamp from your dealer or an electronics specialty store.
Connections Multimix 12R Reference Manual 15 You don’t need to connect anything to the other input of the effect, because most effect units use the stereo inputs only to provide a path for the “dry” stereo signal when the effect is connected directly between an instrument and an amplifier.
Connections Multimix 12R Reference Manual 15 You don’t need to connect anything to the other input of the effect, because most effect units use the stereo inputs only to provide a path for the “dry” stereo signal when the effect is connected directly between an instrument and an amplifier.
Connections Multimix 12R Reference Manual 17 providing a direct output. Or, put the recorder into INPUT mode and insert the plug all the way, connecting the input and output of each track of the recorder into each channel path of the mixer. This will allow playback monitoring of the recorder.
Connections Multimix 12R Reference Manual 17 providing a direct output. Or, put the recorder into INPUT mode and insert the plug all the way, connecting the input and output of each track of the recorder into each channel path of the mixer. This will allow playback monitoring of the recorder.
Connections Multimix 12R Reference Manual 19 To another mixer The main or monitor outputs of the Multimix 12R may be connected to a larger mixing console. Consult the manual for the other mixer for more information. If the mixer has "SUB IN" jacks, connect to those.
Connections Multimix 12R Reference Manual 19 To another mixer The main or monitor outputs of the Multimix 12R may be connected to a larger mixing console. Consult the manual for the other mixer for more information. If the mixer has "SUB IN" jacks, connect to those.
Connections Multimix 12R Reference Manual 21 2. Connect the stereo/TRS end to the INSERT jack of channel 1 of the Multimix 12R. 3. Connect the mono plug from the tip connector to the input of the ADAT.
Connections Multimix 12R Reference Manual 21 2. Connect the stereo/TRS end to the INSERT jack of channel 1 of the Multimix 12R. 3. Connect the mono plug from the tip connector to the input of the ADAT.
Connections Multimix 12R Reference Manual 23 Phones The [PHONES] jack on the front panel is designed for most stereo headphones. The internal headphone amplifier outputs the maximum power allowed by safety standards. The impedance and efficiency of the headphones will determine the maximum volume available.
Connections Multimix 12R Reference Manual 23 Phones The [PHONES] jack on the front panel is designed for most stereo headphones. The internal headphone amplifier outputs the maximum power allowed by safety standards. The impedance and efficiency of the headphones will determine the maximum volume available.
Operating Instructions Multimix 12R Reference Manual 25 O PERATING I NSTRUCTIONS Before turning the mixer on, "zero out' the controls To avoid surprises while you're setting up a new system, set all controls to their "zeroed out" positions as follows before proceeding: 1.
Operating Instructions Multimix 12R Reference Manual 25 O PERATING I NSTRUCTIONS Before turning the mixer on, "zero out' the controls To avoid surprises while you're setting up a new system, set all controls to their "zeroed out" positions as follows before proceeding: 1.
Operating Instructions Multimix 12R Reference Manual 27 Metering/Unity Gain method This method gives you more headroom than the peak method, while maintaining a low noise floor which will be well below the noise of most PA or live recording environments.
Operating Instructions Multimix 12R Reference Manual 27 Metering/Unity Gain method This method gives you more headroom than the peak method, while maintaining a low noise floor which will be well below the noise of most PA or live recording environments.
Operating Instructions Multimix 12R Reference Manual 29 Proper gain staging of other equipment The total noise performance of your system depends on proper gain control of all the elements. A "noisy mixer" is usually a quiet mixer in a system whose gain structure is incorrect.
Operating Instructions Multimix 12R Reference Manual 29 Proper gain staging of other equipment The total noise performance of your system depends on proper gain control of all the elements. A "noisy mixer" is usually a quiet mixer in a system whose gain structure is incorrect.
Operating Instructions Multimix 12R Reference Manual 31 By having the correct level at every point in the send/return chain, you avoid distortion by overloading and avoid noise.
Operating Instructions Multimix 12R Reference Manual 31 By having the correct level at every point in the send/return chain, you avoid distortion by overloading and avoid noise.
Operating Instructions Multimix 12R Reference Manual 33 Avoiding noise If the Multimix 12R is being run as suggested above, the noise of the mixer itself will not be a significant factor in the noise level of your system, since the Multimix 12R generates much less noise than the typical source does.
Operating Instructions Multimix 12R Reference Manual 33 Avoiding noise If the Multimix 12R is being run as suggested above, the noise of the mixer itself will not be a significant factor in the noise level of your system, since the Multimix 12R generates much less noise than the typical source does.
Operating Instructions Multimix 12R Reference Manual 35 rack from being conducted back to the mixer. Even though the mixer- to-amp connection is balanced, any unbalanced sources or effects plugged into the mixer may exhibit a hum when the amp's ground is carried back to the mixer.
Operating Instructions Multimix 12R Reference Manual 35 rack from being conducted back to the mixer. Even though the mixer- to-amp connection is balanced, any unbalanced sources or effects plugged into the mixer may exhibit a hum when the amp's ground is carried back to the mixer.
Applications Multimix 12R Reference Manual 37 A PPLICATIONS Multitrack recording See the "Connections" chapter for information on how to connect the Multimix 12R to an ADAT or other multitrack recorder. In the most common setup, the ADAT is patched into the INSERT points of each channel.
Applications Multimix 12R Reference Manual 37 A PPLICATIONS Multitrack recording See the "Connections" chapter for information on how to connect the Multimix 12R to an ADAT or other multitrack recorder. In the most common setup, the ADAT is patched into the INSERT points of each channel.
Applications Multimix 12R Reference Manual 39 Using the HIGH and LOW EQ controls The Multimix 12R provides standard shelving EQ controls on each channel.
Applications Multimix 12R Reference Manual 39 Using the HIGH and LOW EQ controls The Multimix 12R provides standard shelving EQ controls on each channel.
Specifications Multimix 12R Reference Manual 41 T ROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Index If you experience problems while operating the Multimix 12R, please use the following table to locate possible causes and solutions before contacting Alesis Product Support or your dealer for assistance.
Specifications Multimix 12R Reference Manual 41 T ROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Index If you experience problems while operating the Multimix 12R, please use the following table to locate possible causes and solutions before contacting Alesis Product Support or your dealer for assistance.
Specifications Multimix 12R Reference Manual 43 Maintenance/Service Exterior cleaning Disconnect the AC cord, then use a damp cloth to clean the mixer’s metal and plastic surfaces. For heavy dirt, use a non-abrasive household cleaner such as Formula 409 or Fantastik.
Specifications Multimix 12R Reference Manual 45 S PECIFICATIONS All measurements taken with an Audio Precision System One. All noise measurements taken with trim at minimum and faders at unity gain with 22 Hz to 22 kHz bandwidth unless otherwise specified.
Specifications Multimix 12R Reference Manual 45 S PECIFICATIONS All measurements taken with an Audio Precision System One. All noise measurements taken with trim at minimum and faders at unity gain with 22 Hz to 22 kHz bandwidth unless otherwise specified.
Specifications Multimix 12R Reference Manual 47 Noise performance (typical) Measured at MAIN OUT +4 dBu jacks, unbalanced load, 22 Hz to 22 kHz, all channels panned to center.
Specifications Multimix 12R Reference Manual 47 Noise performance (typical) Measured at MAIN OUT +4 dBu jacks, unbalanced load, 22 Hz to 22 kHz, all channels panned to center.
Specifications Multimix 12R Reference Manual 49 B LOCK DIAGRAM Specifications Level diagram.
Specifications Multimix 12R Reference Manual 49 B LOCK DIAGRAM Specifications Level diagram.
Index Multimix 12R Reference Manual 51 I NDEX ADAT, 18, 22, 34, 39 amplifier, 20, 31 Aux 1, 17, 20 AUX 2, 16, 32 AUX SEND, 16, 20 balanced, 12, 20 cable , 9 clipping, 13 compressor, 17 direct output u.
Warranty / Contact Alesis Limited W arranty ALESIS CORPORATION ("ALESIS") w ar rants this product to be free of defects in material and workmanship fo r a period of one (1) year for parts and for a period of one (1) year for labor from the date of or iginal retail purchase.
Alesis Cont act Information Alesis Distributi on, LLC Los Angeles , CA USA E-mail: support@alesis .com We b s i t e : http://www .alesis .com Alesis Multimix 12R Reference Man ual Revision 1.0 by Brooks Br uner Copyright 2002, Alesis Distribution, LLC.
Un point important après l'achat de l'appareil (ou même avant l'achat) est de lire le manuel d'utilisation. Nous devons le faire pour quelques raisons simples:
Si vous n'avez pas encore acheté Alesis 12R c'est un bon moment pour vous familiariser avec les données de base sur le produit. Consulter d'abord les pages initiales du manuel d'utilisation, que vous trouverez ci-dessus. Vous devriez y trouver les données techniques les plus importants du Alesis 12R - de cette manière, vous pouvez vérifier si l'équipement répond à vos besoins. Explorant les pages suivantes du manuel d'utilisation Alesis 12R, vous apprendrez toutes les caractéristiques du produit et des informations sur son fonctionnement. Les informations sur le Alesis 12R va certainement vous aider à prendre une décision concernant l'achat.
Dans une situation où vous avez déjà le Alesis 12R, mais vous avez pas encore lu le manuel d'utilisation, vous devez le faire pour les raisons décrites ci-dessus,. Vous saurez alors si vous avez correctement utilisé les fonctions disponibles, et si vous avez commis des erreurs qui peuvent réduire la durée de vie du Alesis 12R.
Cependant, l'un des rôles les plus importants pour l'utilisateur joués par les manuels d'utilisateur est d'aider à résoudre les problèmes concernant le Alesis 12R. Presque toujours, vous y trouverez Troubleshooting, soit les pannes et les défaillances les plus fréquentes de l'apparei Alesis 12R ainsi que les instructions sur la façon de les résoudre. Même si vous ne parvenez pas à résoudre le problème, le manuel d‘utilisation va vous montrer le chemin d'une nouvelle procédure – le contact avec le centre de service à la clientèle ou le service le plus proche.
