Audiopole M6 User Manual

6 CHANNEL MIC/LINE MIXER

M6

USER’S MANUAL

M6

MIC/LINE MIXER

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POWER SUPPLY

Ensure that the insource voltage (AC outlet) matches the voltage rating of the product. Failure to do so could
result in damage to the product and possibly the user. Unplug the product before electrical storms occur and
when unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.

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EXTERNAL CONNECTION
Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord). Failure to do so could result in shock/
death or fire. If in doubt, seek advice from a registered electrician.

FUSE
To prevent fire and damage to the product, 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 ACD outlet.

PROTECTIVE GROUND
Before turning the unit on, make sure that it is connected to Ground. This is to prevent the risk of electric shock.
Never cut internal or external Ground wires. Like wise, never remove Ground wiring from the Protective Ground
Terminal.

OPERATING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these instructions. Follow all instructions. Keep these instructions. Do not discard. Heed all warnings.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

This symbol indicates that the disposal of this product is submitted to local regulations. Please
contact your local dealer.

DISPOSAL

Important Safety Instructions

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.

DO NOT REMOVE ANY COVERS

Within the product are areas where high voltages may present. To reduce the risk of electric shock do not
remove any covers unless the AC mains power cord is removed. Covers should be removed by qualified service
personnel only. No user serviceable parts inside.

POWER CORD AND PLUG
Do not tamper with the power cord or plug. These are designed for your safety. Do 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 o electric shock. Do not place heavy objects on the power
cord. This could cause electric shock or fire?

SERVICING
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel only. Do not perform any servicing then those instructions
contained within this User’s Manual

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1.  Introduction ……………………………………………………………………….. 4

2.  Features …………………………………………………………………………… 4

3.  Controls ………………..………………………………………………………….. 5

4.  Installation Tips …………………………………………………………………… 8

5.  Appendix ……………………………………………………………………..….… 9

6.  Preset List……………………………………………………….……...…………. 9

7.  Hookup Diagram………………………………………………………………….. 10

8.  Wire Connections ……………………………………………………………….… 11

9.  Technical Specifications………………………………………….…………..…… 12

10.  Block Diagram ………………………………………………………………..…… 13

11.  Warranty …………………………………………………………………………… 14

12.  Notes …………………………………………………………………….………… 15

Index

Introduction

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Thank you for purchasing the AUDIOPOLE M6 Mic/Line mixer with 24 bit digital multi-effect. The M6 is a
remarkable compact mixing desk that does not find many equal in the market today. With 2 microphone and 2
stereo Mine-level inputs for small live performances, small studio recording and general PA applications, M6
also includes a 24-bit digital multi-effect with 16 factory Presets and separate level for digital reverb. There is a
3-band EQ on all input channels and separate Main Mix and Control Room outputs for operation with different
volume settings. Uses it for small Gigs and Recording, M6 also is a flexible tool for Multi-media presentations.
Thank you again for making the right choice in purchasing an AUDIOPOLE product.

Features

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•  2 MIC input channels with gold plated XLR and balanced LINE input,

•  2 stereo input channels with balanced TRS jacks,

•  Ultra-low discrete MIC pre-amps with +48 V Phantom power

•  Extremely high headroom offering extra dynamic range,

•  Balanced inputs for optimal signal integrity,,

•  Warm, natural 3-band EQ on each input,

•  Built-in 24 bits digital effect processor,

•  Peak LED on each channel,

•  AUX send for internal/external effects or stage monitoring,

•  Main output, Control room and headphone outputs,

•  2-Track inputs assignable to main mix, control room/headphone outputs,

•  Highly accurate 6-segment bar graph meters.

Controls

FRONT PANEL

1 - MIC INPUT

The M6 is equipped with 2 ultra low-noise pre-amps featuring a 60 dB gain range
and 115 dB of S/N ratio. A 48V phantom power is available for condenser or
electret microphones. The phantom power must be switched off when using
dynamic microphones. The on/off switch is (24).

Those two channels can be used for musical instruments or digital processors
thanks to ¼’’ unbalanced phone jacks.
Warning : never connect a line signal into a XLR MIC input connector when the
phantom power is engaged. It could damage your equipment.

2 - STEREO LINE INPUT

These are channels 3/4, and 5/6. They are organized in stereo pair and provided
with ¼’’ TRS phone sockets. If you connect only the left jack, the input will operate
in mono mode, that’s mono signal will appear on both input channels. You can
use these inputs with electronic instruments.

3 - TRIM

This control is provided with 2 different indication rings: one is for the MIC and the
other for the LINE input. When you use a Microphone, please read the MIC ring
[0 ~ 60 dB]; when you use a line level device, please read the LINE ring
[+15 ~ -45 dB]. For optimum operation, you need to set this control in a way that the PEAK LED will light up
only occasionally in order to avoid distortion on the input channel.

4 - STEREO AUX RETURN

You can use these stereo ¼’’ phone sockets to return the stereo signal of an effect
unit to the Main Mix.
Alternatively you can use them as an extra auxiliary input and using the MASTER
AUX (21) as volume control. However, this specific connection disengages the
effect processor.

5 - AUX SEND

This ¼’’ phone socket is used to send out the signal from AUX bus of the input
channels into external devices such as effect units and/or stage monitors. AUX
SEND is wired post-fader to control the signal of the internal multi-effect unit. You
can also connect an external effect unit. In such a case; the internal effect unit will
be automatically disconnected. If you want to wire the AUX circuit as pre-fader,
read chapter 5 of this manual. In the pre-fader mode, the AUX bus can send the
signal to a stage monitor.

6 - PHONES

This socket will be used to send the signal to a pair of headphones.

7 - CTRL RM OUT

These ¼’’ phone sockets will be used to send the signal to a pair of powered
monitor speakers or to a second set of PA.

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