thomann Millenium MS8 Quick Start Manual

MS8
Safety instructions
Intended use
This device is used to distribute incoming audio signals to multiple outputs in the de-
vice. 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. No liability will be assumed for damage resulting from
improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical, sensory, and intel-
lectual abilities and the necessary knowledge and experience. Other persons may use
this device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible
for their safety.
Risk of injury and choking hazard for children!
Children can suffocate on packaging material and small parts. Children can
injure themselves when handling the device. Never allow children to play
with the packaging material and the device. Always store packaging mate-
rial out of the reach of babies and small children. Always dispose of pack-
aging material properly when it is not in use. Never allow children to use
the device without supervision. Keep small parts away from children and
make sure that the device does not shed any small parts (such as knobs)
that children could play with.
Features
• Ideal for live applications
• Eight-channel signal splitter in 19-inch format (1RU) for microphone signals
• Turns eight balanced microphone signals with low impedance into 16 micro-
phone signals (8 pairs)
• Direct output and one electrically isolated output for each transmitter in
each channel
Connections and controls
Front
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Back
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1 [INPUT] | XLR microphone input
2 [LIFT/GND] | Ground/lift switch
3 Switch for input level attenuation (–40 dB)
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Quick start guide
This document contains important information on the safe use of the product.
Read and follow the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the docu-
ment for future reference. If you pass the product on to others, please include this
document.
Contents are subject to change. Please refer to the latest version of the documenta-
tion, which is available for download at www.thomann.de.
Damage to the device if operated in unsuitable ambient conditions!
The device can be damaged if it is operated in unsuitable ambient condi-
tions. Only operate the device indoors within the ambient conditions
specified in the "Technical specifications". Avoid operating it in environ-
ments with direct sunlight, heavy dirt and strong vibrations. Avoid operat-
ing it in environments with strong temperature fluctuations. If tempera-
ture fluctuations cannot be avoided (for example after transport in low
outside temperatures), do not switch on the device immediately. Never
subject the device to liquids or moisture. Never move the device to anoth-
er location while it is in operation. In environments with increased dirt
levels (for example due to dust, smoke, nicotine or mist): Have the device
cleaned by qualified specialists at regular intervals to prevent damage due
to overheating and other malfunctions.
General handling
• To prevent damage, never exert force while operating the device.
• Never immerse the device in water. Wipe only with a clean and dry cloth. Do not
use liquid cleaners such as benzene, thinners or flammable cleaning agents
Keep the device away from impurities!
Keep the device away containers with liquid. Should liquid enter the device, this
could lead to its destruction or fire. Ensure that no metallic parts enter the device.
• Phantom power conveyed through to the main output
• Ground lift switch for the separate output
• Switchable attenuation (PAD) in each input
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4 Switch for connecting the neighbouring inputs
5 [OUT] | Electrically isolated output
6 [LINK OUT] | Direct output
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