Important Safety Instructions CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not remove the cover or rear panel of this unit. No user serviceable parts inside. Please refer servicing to qualified personnel only.WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
MAINS VOL T AGE The M-Patch 2 can be used with voltages ranging from 100V AC to 250V AC, please make sure that you have selected the correct voltage range on the supplied power supply before switching the unit ON. Any damage occurring as a result of incorrect voltage.
M-Patch 2 Main Features High quality‚ passive volume attenuator • • 2 x Input channels, 2 x Output channels • Combination XLR/1/4-inch (6.5mm) TRS, RCA, & 3.5mm input connectors • XLR outputs (balanced or unbalanced) • Mono/Stereo summing switch • System mute function •...
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* Note: Please take into consideration your particular setup and cable arrangement when deciding on mounting your M-Patch with the highest degree of angle in relation to your desktop surface. You will need to ensure that you have enough space to connect your cables! PASSIVE VOLUME CONTROL MONITOR SWITCH Rack-mount configuration...
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Stereo Inputs The Stereo main inputs feature XLR bal/unbalanced combo connectors for Left &Right input signal. This input is perfect for connection to your main audio interface device (example; MBox 2, etc). Simply connect your cables directly to the unit with either XLR or 1/4” (6.5mm) TS/TRS cables. Aux Inputs The Aux input channel features 2 x RCA (L&R) and a stereo 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) mini-jack input.
Power Connection Power to the M-Patch 2 is required only if you wish to use the headphone amplifier, or view the illuminated led indicator lamps. The included power supply can be connected from mains power to the power connector socket located on the rear panel of the M-Patch 2. The Blue led on the front panel (next to the mono/stereo control switch) will illuminate when the external power supply is connected and mains power is present.
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Input Volume Rotary Attenuator Controls The Aux input volume rotary attenuator control on the front panel of the M-Patch 2 adjusts the level of monitored output signal for devices connected to the Aux inputs (either the RCA or 1/8-inch, 3.5mm stereo min-jack) of the M-Patch 2. The stereo input volume attenuator on the front panel of the M-Patch 2 adjusts the level of monitored output signal for devices connected to the stereo inputs (Combination XLR/1/4-inch, 6.5mm TRS connectors) of the M-Patch 2.
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Headphone Amplifier Volume Control and Output Connector A headphone amplifier is provided to allow monitoring of the audio signal selected by the 'Input Selection‘ control switches. Simply connect a pair of headphones to the 1/4” (6.5mm) TRS headphone connector socket and use the rotary headphone volume control knob to achieve the desired setting.
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M-Patch 2 passes signal more accurately, JBL PROFESSIONAL NORTHRIDGE, CA. USA A HARMAN INTERNATIONAL COMPANY and sounds better than most built-in volume controls. Use the M-Patch 2 to attenuate the output of line level devices such the stereo outputs of a mixer or the outputs of a microphone preamplifier or equalizer.
REPAIRS JBL Professional has an extensive network of authorized repair facilities in the US. To view service locations listed by state, visit the Harman Professional Service Website at http://www.harmanpro.com/service_centers. For factory repair options you must obtain a service return authorization before returning your product for repair.
Product Warranty Information The JBL Limited Warranty on professional loudspeaker products (except for enclosures) remains in effect for five years from the date of the first consumer purchase. JBL amplifiers are warranted for three years from the date of original purchase. Enclosures and all other JBL products are warranted for two years from the date of original purchase.
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