Alto Lynx-Mix82-FX, Lynx-Mix82 Users Manual

LYNX-MIX82/
LYNX-MIX82FX

8-CHANNEL MIXING CONSOLE
WITH DIGITAL EFFECTS

User's Manual

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1 VOCAL 1
2 VOCAL 2
3 LARGE HALL
4 SMALL HALL
5 LARGE ROOM
6 SMALL ROOM
7 PLATE
8 TAPE REVERB
9 SPRING REVERB
10 MONO DELAY
11 STEREO DELAY
12 FLANGER
13 CHORUS
14 REVERB + DELAY
15 REVERB + FLANGER
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Version 1.0 Fer. 2009

English

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION

CAUTION

RISK OFELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOTOPEN

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
PLEASE DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER OR
THE BACK PANEL OF THIS EQUIPMENT.
THERE ARE NO PARTS NEEDED BY USER
INSIDE THE EQUIPMENT. FOR SERVICE,
PLEASE CONTACT QUALIFIED SERVICE
CENTERS.

This symbol, wherever used, alerts you to the

presence of un insulated and dangerous voltages
within the product enclosure. These are voltages that
may be sufficient to constitute the risk of electric
shock or death.

This symbol, wherever used, alerts you to
important operating and maintenance instructions.

Please read.

Protective Ground Terminal
AC mains (Alternating Current)

Hazardous Live Terminal
ON: Denotes the product is turned on.
OFF: Denotes the product is turned off.

CAUTION

Describes precautions that should be observed to
prevent damage to the product.

1.

Read this Manual carefully before operation.
Keep this Manual in a safe place.

2.

Be aware of all warnings reported

3.

with this symbol.

4.

Keep this Equipment away from water and
moisture.

5.

Clean it only with dry cloth. Do not use
solvent or other chemicals.

6.

Do not damp or cover any cooling opening.
Install the equipment only in accordance with
the Manufacturer's instructions.

Power Cords are designed for your safety. Do

7.

not remove Ground connections! If the plug
does not fit your AC outlet, seek advice from
a qualified electrician. Protect the power
cord and plug from any physical stress to
avoid risk of electric shock. Do not place
heavy objects on the power cord. This could
cause electric shock or fire.

Unplug this equipment when unused for long

8.

periods of time or during a storm.

Refer all service to qualified service personnel

9.

only. Do not perform any servicing other than
those instructions contained within the
User's Manual.

To prevent fire and damage to the product,

10.

use only the recommended fuse type as
indicated in this manual. Do not short circuit
the fuse holder. Before replacing the fuse,
make sure that the product is OFF and
disconnected from the AC outlet.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of electric shock
and fire, do not expose this equipment
to moisture or rain.

Dispose of this product should
notbeplacedinmunicipalwaste
and should be separate collection.

MovethisEquipmentonlywithacart,

11.

stand, tripod, or bracket,
specified by the
manufacturer, or
sold with the
Equipment. When
a cart is used, use
caution when
moving the cart /
equipment
combination to
avoid possible
injury from tip over.

12.

Permanent hearing loss may be caused by
exposure to \ extremely high noise levels.
The US. Government's Occupational Safety
and Health Administration (OSHA) has
specified the permissible exposure to noise
level.
These are shown in the following chart:

HOURS X DAY

8
6
4
3
2
1,5
1
0,5
0,25 or less

According to OSHA, an exposure to high SPL in
excess of these limits may result in the loss of
heat. To avoid the potential damage of heat, it is
recommended that Personnel exposed to
equipment capable of generating high SPL use
hearing protection while such equipment is
under operation.

The apparatus shall be connected to a mains
socket outlet with a protective earthing
connection.

The mains plug or an appliance coupler is used
as the disconnect device, the disconnect device
shall remain readily operable.

EXAMPLE

SPL

Small gig

90

train

92

Subway train

95

High level desktop monitors

97

Classic music concert

100
102
105
110
115

Rock concert

IN THIS MANUAL:

1. INTRODUCTION........................................................................1

2. FEATURES...............................................................................1

3. QUICK START...........................................................................4

4. CONTROL ELEMENTS...............................................................5

5. INSTALLATION & CONNECTION................................................11

6. APPENDIX.............................................................................13

7. PRESET LIST.........................................................................13

8. BLOCK DIAGRAM...................................................................14

9. TECHNICAL

SPECIFICATIONS....................................................15

10. WARRANTY.........................................................................16

1. INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the LTO LYNX-MIX82(FX) 8-channel mixing console with
24-bit digital multi-effect. It is just one of the many Alto products that a talented,
multinational Team of Audio Engineers and Musicians have developed with their
great passion for music. Your LYNX-MIX82(FX) is a remarkable compact mixing
desk that does not find many equals in the market today. With 4 microphone and
2 stereo Line-level inputs for small live performances, small studio recording and
general PA applications, your LYNX-MIX82(FX) also includes a 24-Bit digital multi­effect with 16 Factory Presets . There is a three bands EQ on all input channels
and separate Main Mix and Control Room outputs for operation with different
volume settings. Use it for small GIGs and RECORDING. Your LYNX-MIX82(FX) also
is a flexible tool for your Multi-media presentations.

Enjoy your LYNX-MIX82(FX) and make sure to read this Manual carefully before
operation!

2. FEATURES

4 MIC input channels with gold plated XLR and balanced LINE input
2 stereo input channels with balanced TRS jacks
Ultra-low noise discrete MIC pre-amps with +48V Phantom power
Extremely high headroom offering e xtra dynamic range
Balanced inputs for optimal signal integrity
W arm, natural 3-band EQ on each channel
Built-in 24 bits digital effects processor(F or LYNX-MIX82FX Model)
P eak LED on each channel
2 AUX sends pre channel for e xternal effects and monitoring
Main output, Control room and headphone outputs
2- Track inputs assignable to main mix, control room/headphone outputs
Highly accurate 8-segment bar graph meters

1

3. QUICK START

This is the fastest way to get something out from your LYNX-MIX82(FX), if you
have a keyboard and a microphone.

a. With the Main switch in OFF position, connect the supplied AC Adapter to your

first and then into the AC outlet, making sure that theLYNX-MIX82(FX)

available voltage is the same with your .LYNX-MIX82(FX)

b. Before turning on the , you shall connect it to a power amplifier

and speakers. Turning off the mixer BEFORE the power amplifier.

c. Plug the microphone into Channel 1 MIC IN.

d. Turn down AUX and LEVEL controls on the input channel.

e. Put the EQ controls on center position.

f. Turn on your .LYNX-MIX82(FX)

g. With LEVEL control on "0" position, sing or speak in to the microphone with

normal volume and adjust the GAIN control so that the PEAK LED only blink
occasionally.

h. If you like, you can adjust the equalization at this stage.

i. Turn up MAIN MIX LEVEL until you get a comfortable volume.

j. Connect your stereo keyboard into CH 5/6 and repeat the same sequence.

Here you are. It is your first mix with your .LYNX-MIX82(FX)

Once you have finished your working session you shall turn the mixer off AFTER the
power amplifier. Before disconnecting the AC Adapter always turn-off your
LYNX-MIX82(FX) LYNX-MIX82(FX)
clean cloth will be OK.

.Do not use solvents to clean your . A dry and

LYNX-MIX82(FX)

2

3. QUICK START

SMALL GIG

MIC 1MIC 1

MIC 2MIC 2

MIC 3MIC 3

MIC 4MIC 4

MIC MIC

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3

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WIRELESS MIC

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POWERED STAGE MONITORSPOWERED STAGE MONITORS

STEREO AUDIO FROM TV

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CD PLAYERCD PLAYER

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DATDAT

DAT OR TAPE RECORDERDAT OR TAPE RECORDER

ACTIVE SPEAKERS (ALTO PS4 HA)ACTIVE SPEAKERS (ALTO PS4 HA)

MIC MIC

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LYNX-MIX82(FX)

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1 2 5/6 7/8

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3

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50 50

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2

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LEFTLEFT LEFT LEFT

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12kHz12kHz 12kHz 12kHz

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2 5kHz25kHz 2 5kHz 25kHz

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3

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PEAK

SEND

1

MON

2

FX

FX MUTE

1 VOCAL 1
2 VOCAL 2
3 LARGE HALL
4 SMALL HALL
5 LARGE ROOM
6 SMALL ROOM
7 PLATE
8 TAPE REVERB

9 SPRING REVERB
10 MONO DELAY
11 STEREO DELAY
12 FLANGER
13 CHORUS
14 REVERB + DELAY
15 REVERB + FLANGER
16 REVERB + CHORUS

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8

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