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Ashly MX-508 Operating Manual

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  • Page 1 MX-508 Stereo Microphone/Line Mixer Operating Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Operating Manual -MX-508 Stereo Microphone/Line Mixer Table Of Contents 1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 2 UNPACKING .

  • Page 3: Introduction

    1. INTRODUCTION 2. UNPACKING Congratulations on your purchase of an Ashly As a part of our system of quality control, every Ashly 508 stereo mixer . In one compact rack-mount package we product is carefully inspected before leaving the factory to have combined features, reliability, and sonic performance ensure flawless appearance .

  • Page 4: Controls

    Operating Manual -MX-508 Stereo Microphone/Line Mixer 4. CONTROLS 4 .1 Input Level (Gain) This control sets the operating level of the Microphone preamp and Line Input . Best signal to noise ratio is obtained with higher gain settings . It is therefore desirable to set the Gain control as high as possible while still leaving enough headroom (typically 20dB) to prevent distortion .
  • Page 5 Operating Manual - MX-508 Stereo Microphone/Line Mixer 4 .10 Output Meters A pair of peak reading 10 segment LED meters are used to indicate output level . Green LED's are used below 0 VU, yellow above 0 VU and red LED's indicate clipping .

  • Page 6: Connections And Cables

    Operating Manual -MX-508 Stereo Microphone/Line Mixer 5. CONNECTIONS AND CABLES 5 .1 Microphone Input The MX-508 mixer is fitted with five types of audio The microphone input is an active connectors: 3-pin XLR type male (stereo outputs), 3-pin XLR balanced type with a nominal impedance type female (mic inputs), tip-ring-sleeve (TRS) phone jack, of 1200 ohms .
  • Page 7 Operating Manual - MX-508 Stereo Microphone/Line Mixer 5 .5 Aux Send Outputs The Aux Outputs are used to drive monitors, effects processors, recording devices, or any function which requires isolated level control from the main outputs . They are pseudo- balanced 1/4"...

  • Page 8: Changing Factory Configurations

    . Power amplifier(s) (or any additional outboard equipment) is fed from the transformer balanced Output connectors . Meeting Room or Church Using Remote Control The MX-508 can be interfaced with an Ashly VCM-88C eight channel remote level controller, allowing a full-featured mixer to be operated from a distance by a non-technical person . Once initially set up, the RD-8C desktop remote controller can be located far away from the main audio equipment rack using a single balanced XLR cable, allowing for simplified sound system operation using a limited number of knobs, lights, and buttons .

  • Page 9: Troubleshooting Tips

    . Use balanced input and output connections between widely separated components . If you need help, get in touch with your Ashly dealer or call an Ashly technical service representative at 1-800-828-6308 .

  • Page 10: Specifications

    Operating Manual -MX-508 Stereo Microphone/Line Mixer 9. SPECIFICATIONS DISTORTION CROSSTALK THD at +4 dBu output, 20Hz-20KHz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . <0 .05% adjacent inputs, 20Hz-20KHz .
  • Page 11 EXCLUSIONS: This warranty does not apply in the event of misuse, neglect, or as a result of unauthorized alterations or repairs made to the product . This warranty is void if the serial number is altered, defaced, or removed . ASHLY AUDIO, INC .
  • Page 12 Operating Manual - MX-508 Stereo Microphone/Line Mixer ASHLY AUDIO INC. 847 Holt Road Webster, NY 14580-9103 Phone: (585) 872-0010 Fax: (585) 872-0739 Toll Free (800) 828-6308 Internet: www.ashly.com  2011 by Ashly Audio Corporation. All rights reserved worldwide. Printed in USA...

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