audiophony PREZONE642 User Manual

USER GUIDE

9902 - December 2011 Version 1.0

Multi-zone mixer/preamp with 6 mic inputs, 4 line-level inputs and 2 zones

PREZONE642 - Multi-zone, mount-rackable mixer/preamplifier

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Sound levels

Our audio solutions deliver important sound
pressure levels (SPL) that can be harmful
to human health when exposed during long
periods. Please do not stay in close proximity
of operating speakers.

1 - Safety information

This symbol signals an important safety
precaution.

The CAUTION symbol signals a risk of product deterioration.

The WARNING symbol signals a risk to the user’s physical integrity.
The product may also be damaged.

Important safety information

Symbols used

Any maintenance procedure must be performed by a CONTEST
authorised technical service. Basic cleaning operations must tho­roughly follow our safety instructions.

This product contains non-isolated electrical components. Do not
undertake any maintenance operation when it is switched on as
it may result in electric shock.

This unit is intended for indoor use only. Do not use it in a wet,
or extremely cold/hot locations. Failure to follow these safety ins­tructions could result in fire, electric shock, injury, or damage to
this product or other property.

WARNING : This unit contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not open the

housing or attempt any maintenance by yourself. In the unlikely even your unit
may require service, please contact your nearest dealer.
In order to avoid any electrical malfunction, please do not use any multi-socket,
power cord extension or connecting system without making sure they are

perfectly isolated and present no defect.

Recycling your device

• As HITMUSIC is really involved in the environmental cause, we only commercialise clean, ROHS compliant products.

• When this product reaches its end of life, take it to a collection point designated by local authorities. The separate collection and recycling of your
product at the time of disposal will help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the
environment.

Risk of electrocution

To prevent the hazard of electric shocks, do not use
extension cords, multi-socket or any other connection
system without making sure metal parts completely are
out of reach.

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1 - Please read carefully :

We strongly recommend to read carefully and understand
the safety instructions before attempting to operate this unit.

2 - Please keep this manual :

We strongly recommend to keep this manual with the unit for
future reference.

3 - Operate carefully this product :

We strongly recommend to take into consideration every
safety instruction.

4 - Follow the instructions:

Please carefully follow each safety instruction to avoid any
physical harm or property damage.

5 - Avoid water and wet locations :

Do not use this product in rain, or near washbasins or other
wet locations.

6 - Installation :

We strongly encourage you to only use a
fixation system or support recommended by
the manufacturer or supplied with this product.
Carefully follow the installation instructions and
use the adequate tools.

Always ensure this unit is firmly fixed to avoid
vibration and slipping while operating as it may result in
physical injury.

7 - Ceiling or wall installation :

Please contact your local dealer before attempting any ceiling
or wall installation.

8 - Ventilation :

The cooling vents ensure a safe use of this product,
and avoid any overheating risk.
Do not obstruct or cover these vents as it may
result in overheating and potential physical injury or

product damage. This product should never been
operated in a closed non-ventilated area such as a flight case
or a rack, unless cooling vents are provided for the purpose .

9 - Heat exposure :

Sustained contact or proximity with warm surfaces may cause
overheating and product damages. Please keep this product
away from any heat source such as a heaters, amplifiers, hot
plates, etc...

10 - Electric power supply :

This product can only be operated according to

a very specific voltage. These information are

specified on the label located at the rear of the

product.

11 - Power cords protection:

Power-supply cords should be routed so that they

are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items

placed upon or against them, paying particular

attention to cords at lugs, convenience receptacles
and the point where they exit from the fixture.

Instructions and recommendations

12 - Cleaning precautions :

Unplug the product before attempting any cleaning
operation. This product should be cleaned only with
accessories recommended by the manufacturer.
Use a damp cloth to clean the surface. Do not
wash this product.

13 - Long periods of non use :

Disconnect the unit’s main power during long periods of
non use.

14 - Liquids or objects penetration :

Do not let any object penetrate this product as it
may result in electric shock or fire.
Never spill any liquid on this product as it may
infiltrate the electronic components and result in

electric shock or fire.

15 - This product should be serviced when :

Please contact the qualified service personnel if :

- The power cord or the plug has been damaged.

- Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into
the appliance.

- The appliance has been exposed to rain or water.

- The product does not appear to operate normally.

- The product has been damaged.

16 - Inspection/maintenance :

Please do not attempt any inspection or
maintenance by yourself. Refer all servicing to
qualified personnel.

17 - Operating environment :

Ambient temperature and humidity: +5 - +35°C,
relative humidity must be less than 85% (when
cooling vents are not obstructed).
Do not operate this product in a non-ventilated,
very humid or warm place.

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3 - Main characteristics

2 - Introduction

• 6 Mono Mic/Line input via XLR/jack mono

• Phantom power supply and Talkover on channels 1 and 2

• 4 RCA or Jack stereo inputs

• Jack 6.35 priority input

• Zone 1 and 2 balanced XLR mono outputs

• Jack 6.35 TRS zone insert

• 1 Balanced Jack SUB output per zone

• Balanced RCA stereo REC output

• 3-way tone and gain control via mic inputs

• Gain control via stereo inputs

• 2-way tone control per zone

• SUB volume control per zone

• Installer-dedicated settings accessible with a screwdriver

• Zone assignation, PFL on each channel strip

• Peak and Signal LED display

• A 7-LED VU meter displays the output level for each zone

• Headset output with volume control (zones and PFL)

The PREZONE642 is resolutely focused on professional installations: it features 6 XLR or Jack mono mic/line
inputs and 4 RCA or Jack stereo inputs.
Each input can see it signal sent to each zone, or both zones simultaneously in order to offer maximum
possibilities.
Each zone features extra SUB outputs with adjustable volume, plus an insert allowing you to add an effect or
additional protection.
This mixer also features a monitoring area for you to control each zone via headphones.