Important Safety Information EMC Notice • * MXP124 and MXP124FX can be used in following electromagnetic environment: residential, commercial and light industrial, urban outdoors. • For MXP124 and MXP124FX, the peak inrush current is 0.48A FCC Notice This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following...
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Important Safety Information AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRONIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) AS THERE ARE NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of non-insulated “dangerous voltage”...
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Important Safety Information Read these instructions. apparatus. When a cart is used, use Keep these instructions. caution when moving the cart/apparatus Heed all warnings. combination to avoid Follow all instructions. injury from tip-over. Do not use this apparatus near water. 13.
With proper care and maintenance, your MixPad mixer will operate trouble-free for many years. Should your speaker ever require servicing, a Return Authorization (RA) number must be obtained before shipping your unit to Samson. Without this number, the unit will not be accepted. Please call Samson at 1-800-3SAMSON (1-800-372-6766) for an RA number prior to shipping your unit.
Basic Operation The following section explains the basic setup and operation of the MixPad MXP124 and MXP124FX. 1. Before connecting any microphones or instruments, make sure that the power of all your systems components including the MixPad mixer is turned off.
Adding Digital Effects (MXP124FX Only) The MXP124FX features built-in, high quality, 24-bit Multi Effect Processors, offering 100 studio grade effects presets. The DIGITAL EFFECTS section features clean Delays, lush Reverbs and multi-effects like Delay + Reverb. The following details the operation of the internal DSP effects in the DIGITAL EFFECTS section.
USB Connectivity (MXP124FX Only) The MXP124FX has a built-in stereo USB audio interface allowing you to record and playback from a computer using virtually any digital recording software. Setting up your mixer with a computer is a simple procedure that takes just a few minutes.
Features The Samson MixPad mixers are comprehensive, all-in-one solution for live sound, recording, fixed installation and post production applications. Here are some of their main features: • Ultra-low noise, high headroom analog mixer • Four Class A MDR (Maximum Dynamic Range) mic preamps with 3-band •...
Top Panel Controls Mono Input Channel Section The following section details four mono input channels. MIC Inputs - Use these balanced XLR inputs to connect low Impedance microphones and low level signals from direct boxes. The MIC inputs feature +48V phantom power, allowing you to use condenser microphones.
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FX SEND jack located on the front panel jack field. MON Auxiliary Control (MXP124) - Controls the amount of that channel’s signal that is sent to the MON Output. The signal feeding MON is sent before, or pre, the channel fader, so the channel fader has no effect on the MON level.
FX SEND jack located on the front panel jack field. MON Auxiliary Control (MXP124) - Controls the amount of that channel’s signal that is sent to the MON Output. The signal feeding MON is sent before, or pre, the channel fader, so the channel fader has no effect on the MON level.
Top Panel Controls Digital Effects Section (MXP124FX only) The following section describes the features control of the on- board 24-bit digital Multi-effects section. 16. PROGRAM Effects Display - The mixer’s multi-effects processors feature a dual digit, seven-segment numerical display for showing the effects PROGRAM number from 00 - 99.
SEND output is sent from the FX bus, which is fed from the FX send on the input channels. MON SEND (MXP124) - The signal present at the MON SEND output is sent from the MON bus, which is fed from the MON send on the input channels.
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Top Panel Controls 29. PHANTOM Power Switch and Indicator - The mixer features an on-board, 48-Volt Phantom power supply to operate condenser microphones. When the switch is engaged, the LED will illuminate indicating that phantom power is now available at the microphone preamps. IMPORTANT NOTE: To avoid a loud pop, be sure to turn down the master level controls before plugging and unplugging the mic cables when the phantom power is active.
This following section details the rear panel connections. AC ADAPTER INLET - Connect the supplied external AC power supply here. POWER - Switches on the MXP124 and MXP124FX main power. USB Port (MXP124FX Only) - Connect the MixPad mixer to a computer...
Wiring Guide There are several ways to interface the MXP mixer to support a variety of appli- cations. Follow the cable diagrams below for connecting your mixer. Pin 2 (hot) Hot to Tip Tip (signal) Pin 3 (cold) Male XLR Sleeve (ground) Pin 1 (shield) Shield &...
Specifications Frequency Response (Trim @ Min, unity gain ± 3 dB) Mic to Main 20Hz~30KHz Line to Main 20Hz~30KHz Aux Return to Main 20Hz~30KHz Line to Aux Send 20Hz~30KHz T.H.D. (Trim @ Min, +4dBu output, unity gain, 1 kHz w/30 kHz LPF) Mic/Line to Main (Mono Ch) <0.03% Line to Main (Stereo Ch)
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Specifications Phantom Power 48V±3V Power Requirement AC18V 1000mA Power Consumption <18W Dimensions (W x D x H) 12.9” x 11.7” x 3” 327 mm x 298 mm x 75 mm Weight 5.0lb / 2.3kg USB Bus Power USB2.0 +5V DC 0.5A max USB A-TYPE FEMALE Internal DSP Effects 100 presets...
Microphone Stand Mounting Accessory (Sold Separately) The MixPad MXP124 and MXP124FX can be mounted to a microphone stand using the optional Mic Stand Mount accessory kit. The following steps describe how to mount the MixPad mixer to a microphone stand.