Introduction; Description; Instructions; Mic-Xlr / Line-Jack Combo Input (Ch. 1 / 2) - PROEL MQ10FX User Manual

INTRODUCTION

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professional applications.

DESCRIPTION

MQ is a series of mixers created by PROEL to offer in a very compact and stylish package a high input density,
a full set of features and a superior audio quality, at a very convenient price point. The MQ series includes 5
models with 6, 10, 12 and 16 inputs, able to satisfy most of the sound reinforcement applications. Carefully
designed and engineered in Italy by PROEL R&D, MQ mixers are hosted in ultra-rugged cases, providing
extended durability for a stage-proof use.
The smallest models of the series, MQ6 and MQ6FX, offer in an ultra-compact format the performance of
professional consoles, delivering a clean and accurate sound. The MQ6FX, despite its small size, includes a
high-quality 24-bit DSP able to provide musicians and performers with studio-grade effects.
MQ10FX, together with 3-band EQ and one-knob intelligent COMPRESSORS, offers also 100 DSP presets with
a convenient LED display for the selection.
MQ12USB additional features include an USB audio I/O interface and extended mixing capability with
MONITOR send, STEREO GROUP bus and 45mm control faders.
The top-of-the-line MQ16USB feature 16 inputs and 12 microphone channels together with sweep mids and
one-knob intelligent COMPRESSORS on mono channels, 4 AUX sends, STEREO GROUP bus and 60mm control
faders.
Optional padded carrying bags and metal brackets for 19" rack mounting are available for selected models.

INSTRUCTIONS

1. MIC-XLR / LINE-JACK combo input (ch. 1 / 2)

This is a female MIC-XLR / LINE-JACK combo connector that accepts a balanced microphone XLR input from
almost any type of microphone, or a balanced or unbalanced line level JACK input signal from almost any line
source.
The MIC-XLR input is wired as follows:
Pin 1 = shield or ground
Pin 2 = + positive or "hot"
Pin 3 = - negative or "cold"
The LINE-JACK input is wired as follows:
Tip = + positive or "hot"
Ring = - negative or "cold"
Sleeve = shield or ground
When connecting an unbalanced signal, wire them as follows:
Pin2 / Tip = + positive or "hot"
Pin 1-3 / Sleeve = shield or ground
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