General information General information This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read and follow the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for future reference. Make sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell the unit please make sure that the buyer also receives this manual.
General information 1.1 Further information On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the following points: Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download. Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of Keyword search interest for you quickly.
General information 1.2 Notational conventions This manual uses the following notational conventions: Letterings The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics. Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button. 1.3 Symbols and signal words In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are used in this manual.
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This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐ sible dangerous situation that can result in material and environmental damage if it is not avoided. Warning signs Type of danger Warning – high-voltage. Warning – danger zone. mix 502, mix 802, mix 1202FX...
Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use This device is intended to be used for amplification, mixing and playback of signals from musical instruments and microphones. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage.
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Never let children unattended use electrical devices. DANGER! Electric shock caused by high voltages inside Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never remove any covers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. mix 502, mix 802, mix 1202FX...
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Safety instructions CAUTION! Possible hearing damage With loudspeakers or headphones connected, the device can produce volume levels that may cause temporary or permanent hearing impairment. Do not operate the device permanently at a high volume level. Decrease the volume level immediately if you experience ringing in your ears or hearing impairment.
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Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and pos‐ sibly the user. Unplug the external power supply before electrical storms occur and when the device is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire. mix 502, mix 802, mix 1202FX...
Before connecting the operating voltage and before connecting or disconnecting audio cables, set all volume controls of the unit to zero to avoid damage to the connected speakers and devices. mix 502, mix 802, mix 1202FX...
Connections and controls Connections and controls mix 502 – overview mixer...
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Connections and controls mix 502 – partial view A mix 502, mix 802, mix 1202FX...
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Connections and controls 1 [MIC] | [LINE IN] Mono input channel with XLR input socket [MIC] and 1/4" phone socket [LINE IN]. 2 [LINE IN X/X] Stereo input channels, each with 2 × 1/4" phone sockets (L/R) to connect a stereo source (keyboard, drum module, etc.) or an instrument (guitar, bass).
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Connections and controls mix 502 – partial view B mix 502, mix 802, mix 1202FX...
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Connections and controls 5 [CD/TAPE INPUT] Stereo RCA input sockets for feeding the signal from a CD or MP3 player. [CD/TAPE OUTPUT] Stereo RCA output sockets for connecting an external recording device. 6 [PHANTOM] Switch to enable 48 V phantom power for condenser microphones connected to the XLR socket of the mono input + 48V] lights yellow.
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[TRIM]: Rotary control to adjust the gain. [EQ]: Rotary controls for adjusting treble and bass. [PAN]: Rotary control to position the signal within the stereo panorama. [LEVEL]: Rotary control for adjusting the output signal volume. mix 502, mix 802, mix 1202FX...
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Connections and controls mix 802 – overview mixer...
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Connections and controls mix 802 – partial view A mix 502, mix 802, mix 1202FX...
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Connections and controls 1 [MIC] | [LINE IN] Mono input channels with XLR input socket [MIC] and 1/4" phone socket [LINE IN] to connect a microphone, with rotary control [TRIM] for channel gain. 2 [LINE IN X/X] Stereo input channels, each with 2 × 1/4" phone sockets (L/R) to connect a stereo source (keyboard, drum module, etc.) or an instrument (guitar, bass).
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Connections and controls 6 [FX SEND] 1/4" output socket to feed the signal to an external effects device. 7 [PHONES] Headphones output, designed as 1/4" phone socket. mix 502, mix 802, mix 1202FX...
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Connections and controls mix 802 – partial view B mixer...
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[POWER]: lights yellow when operating voltage is present. + 48V]: lights yellow when 48 V phantom power is present. [CLIP]: lights red when the output signal is clipping. The associated LED chain shows the output signal level. mix 502, mix 802, mix 1202FX...
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Connections and controls [MAIN MIX]: Rotary control for adjusting the volume of the output signal. [PHONES/CTRL ROOM]: Rotary control for adjusting the volume of the headphones output or the connected stage or near- field monitors, respectively. [PHANTOM]: Switch to enable 48 V phantom power for microphones connected to the XLR socket of a mono input + 48V] lights yellow.
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[EQ]: Rotary controls for adjusting treble, mids and bass. [FX]: Rotary control to adjust the channel effects ratio to the overall volume. [PAN]: Rotary control to position the signal within the stereo panorama. [LEVEL]: Rotary control for adjusting the output signal volume. mix 502, mix 802, mix 1202FX...
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Connections and controls mix 1202FX – overview mixer...
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Connections and controls mix 1202FX – partial view A mix 502, mix 802, mix 1202FX...
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Connections and controls 1 [MIC] | [LINE IN] Mono input channels with XLR input socket [MIC] and 1/4" phone socket [LINE IN] to connect a microphone, with rotary control [TRIM] for channel gain. 2 [LINE IN X/X] Stereo input channels, each with 2 × 1/4" phone sockets (L/R) to connect a stereo source (keyboard, drum module, etc.) or an instrument (guitar, bass).
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Connections and controls mix 1202FX – partial view B mix 502, mix 802, mix 1202FX...
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Connections and controls 7 [CD/TAPE INPUT] Stereo RCA input sockets for feeding the signal from a CD or MP3 player. [CD/TAPE OUTPUT] Stereo RCA output sockets for connecting an external recording device. 8 [CD/TAPE TO PHONES] Press [CD/TAPE TO PHONES] to route the [CD/TAPE INPUT] input signal to the headphones output. Then the signal is not present on the main output.
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[POWER]: lights yellow when operating voltage is present. + 48V]: lights yellow when 48 V phantom power is present. [CLIP]: lights red when the output signal is clipping. The associated LED chain shows the output signal level. mix 502, mix 802, mix 1202FX...
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Connections and controls Fader for adjusting the volume of the output signal. 15 Stereo channels 5 … 8 [FX]: Rotary control to adjust the channel effects ratio to the overall volume. [BAL]: Rotary control to position the signal within the stereo panorama. [LEVEL]: Rotary control for adjusting the output signal volume.
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Connections and controls Connection pattern – club gig mix 502, mix 802, mix 1202FX...
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Connections and controls Connection pattern – PC home recording mixer...
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Technical specifications Input level Mono max. +12 dBu @ +10 dB Gain max. +22 dBu @ +0 dB Gain Line max. +22 dBu Stereo Output impedance Main 120 Ω, unbalanced 20 kΩ CTRL 120 Ω max. +28 dBu Output level Main max.
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195 mm × 42 mm × 120 mm t.mix 802 240 mm × 42 mm × 237 mm t.mix 1202FX 240 mm × 42 mm × 260 mm Weight t.mix 502 0.7 kg t.mix 802 1.5 kg t.mix 1202FX 1.7 kg mix 502, mix 802, mix 1202FX...
Plug and connection assignment Plug and connection assignment Introduction This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐ ment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured. Please note these advices, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a plug fits into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed power amp, a short circuit or ‘just’...
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The result is a pure signal without any noise inter‐ ference. 1/4" TS phone plug (mono, unbalanced) Signal Ground, shielding 1/4" TRS phone plug (mono, bal‐ anced) Signal (in phase, +) Signal (out of phase, –) Ground mix 502, mix 802, mix 1202FX...
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Plug and connection assignment 1/4" TRS phone plug (stereo, unbalanced) Signal (left) Signal (right) Ground XLR plug (balanced) Ground, shielding Signal (in phase, +) Signal (out of phase, –) mixer...
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Plug and connection assignment XLR plug (unbalanced) Ground, shielding Signal Bridged to pin 1 RCA connection Drawing and table indicate the pin assignment of an RCA plug. Signal Ground, shielding mix 502, mix 802, mix 1202FX...
Protecting the environment Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate‐ rial For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of. Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling.
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