Safety Introduction; Installing Batteries; External Power - Azden FMX-42a User Manual

INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of Azden's FMX-42a/FMX-42u, 4 channel portable mixer. Both the FMX-42a
and FMX-42u were designed to work with low-impedance XLR microphones and/or line-level devices. Their
output can be connected to virtually any video camera or audio recorder which has XLR or mini-connector
mic/line inputs.
The FMX-42a model is equipped with a camera return input/output to allow the user to simultaneously send
and receive an audio signal to/from a camera. This same output may also "be used an auxiliary output to send
to a second camera or audio recorder. Specialty cables (sold separately) a more details about using the
camera return on page 5.
The FMX-42u model is equipped with a USB Digital Signal Output, allowing the user to send a stereo digital
audio signal to a computer, smart-phone or tablet device for recording. A separate USB cable will be required
(not included) to use. See more details about using the USB Output on pages 6 & 7.
It is very important to read and understand this manual completely before use. Keep this manual for future
reference.
Numbers ①-② refer to illustrations of the mixer located on pages 3, 4 and 6.

SAFETY INTRODUCTION

• When connecting/disconnecting cables, and/or changing the PHANTOM power settings or INPUT LEVEL
settings, make certain to turn the input LEVEL control knobs to zero or to turn the POWER switch OFF.
• When the PHANTOM DC48V power is not needed, make sure the PHANTOM switch is in the OFF position.
• Before turning the PHANTOM DC48V switch ON, make sure your microphone is designed to handle 48V DC
or the microphone may be damaged. Check the microphone's user manual or with the manufacturer of
your microphone.

INSTALLING BATTERIES

Make sure that the POWER switch ⑯ is OFF. Remove the battery cover by pressing the clip in and then lifting
up the cover. Install 6 fresh""AA""alkaline batteries following the polarity diagram inside the battery
compartment. Do not force the batteries. After all 6 batteries are properly installed, replace the battery cover
and move the POWER switch to the""ON""position. The POWER indicator LED ① in the front panel will turn
green.
CAUTION
• Do not use batteries other than ""AA"" alkaline batteries. Do not mix fresh batteries with used batteries.
• Remove the batteries if the mixer will not be used for a long period of time to prevent battery fluid leak.

EXTERNAL POWER

The mixer can be powered from an external power supply using a 12V AC adapter (not included*). When the
mixer is connected to an active 110VAC through an AC adapter and the POWER switch is turned ON, the
batteries will be automatically disconnected.
*An optional AC adapter is available. Contact Azden or an Azden dealer for details.
BALLISTIC NYLON CASE
The mixer is supplied with a ballistic nylon case. Place the mixer in the case and adjust the neck strap to
achieve the most comfortable position. For additional support and comfort, if desired, a back harness (not
supplied) can be secured to the metal rings on the case.
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