Carvin PA1200 User Manual
CONGRATULATIONS
on your purchase of Carvin’s PA800, PA1200 or PA1200R Series
mixer! The "R" version is a non-power rack model designed for your own power amp while the
PA800 and PA1200 models included built-in high power amplifiers for direct hook-up to your
speakers. Please read this manual carefully to take all the advantages of your new mixer.
SUPERB SOUND
is derived from the extremely low distortion, high "Headroom" design.
A state-of-the art, low noise, high headroom, balanced XLR preamp for each channel features
a common mode rejection of better than 78 dB, which means that any possible noise that may
come over your cables is virtually eliminated. Even the balanced XLR output connectors guard
your system from cable noise for professional recordings or external power amp connections.
Distortion is nearly non-existent with THD below .1%, which guarantees the purity of your
sound. Hear the difference - your sound will not seem "sterile" or "processed". It will be
dynamically open and transparent just like it was meant to be!
LIGHT WEIGHT and EASY TO USE
everything is logically laid out making the PA
Series simple to use, which helps to eliminate operator error. Its compact size and weight of
28 lbs. makes it the lightest, most powerful mixer of its kind. No other competitor in the
industry offers a higher performance to weight ratio!
3 HIGH CURRENT AMPLIFIERS
deliver 333 watts RMS each. A total of 666 watts is
delivered to your main speakers (333 watts each for the R/L if played in stereo), plus a 333
watt amp to drive your stage monitors for a total of 1000 watts. This is the kind of output
required for today’s professionals to maintain purity and integrity of sound. Six output jacks,
two from each amp, deliver full power into 4 ohms, making these mixers more powerful than
most amplifiers rated at 2 ohms. A peak indicator for every amp and a protect LED gives you
a visual monitor.
A HIGH CURRENT POWER SUPPLY
is provided by a beefy toroid transformer to
assure continuous high amperage DC voltage to all three power amplifiers, eliminating "overload"
or shutdown. 20,000 mfd capacitors offer a large power reservoir for bass thumping output.
The PA1200R features a 125k Hz switching power supply for operating your mixer at any volt-
age from 90 VAC to 240VAC. Like a laptop computer, you can go anywhere in the world and
not worry about power adapters.
2 INDEPENDENT 24-Bit STEREO DSP EFFECTS
allow you to assign each channel to your choice of effects. You can dedicate chorus/rev to the acoustic guitar channel and
reverb to the vocals, etc. Both effects are adjustable to your stage monitors so you can hear
yourself with full effects. The effects processors with 256 effects each, include reverbs, choruses, flanging and echoes, with parameters fully adjustable for; damping, decay, depth,
speed, regeneration and time.
ACTIVE 3 BAND CHANNEL EQ
provides easy adjustment for the tone you want. The
LO frequency controls starts at 20 Hz and continues through 80 Hz for a solid non-flabby bass.
A simple adjustment with the MID band, gives you the best sound for vocals or guitar in the
very important 750Hz frequency range. The 11.5k Hz HI treble control adds sparkle to your
top-end without adding harshness. Both the LO and HI are "shelving", which means they are
effective from 20Hz up to 20k Hz.
TWO 9 BAND EQUALIZERS
provide precise 1 octave adjustments to fine tune your
over all sound and to help control feedback. Unlike one stereo graphic equalizer, two independent 9 bands give you total flexibility. At the push of a button, you can assign both equalizers to the main and monitor speakers or to the L and R outputs.
ENGINEERED TO LAST
Every PA Series mixer incorporates a rugged reinforced steel
chassis. Continuous full power is assured from a 370 sq inch, high-grade 6063-T5-aluminum
heat sink cooled by a quiet dual-speed fan. You’ll never have to worry about protect or power
reduction modes.
12340 World Trade Drive, San Diego, CA 92128
800.854.2235 www.carvin.com
76-01273A 0601
MODEL PA800, PA1200, PA1200R SPECIFICATIONS:
Frequency Response: Mic or Line Inputs: 20Hz-20kHz ±1dB
Total Harmonic Distortion: Less than .1% at nominal levels
Equivalent Input Noise: 150 ohm source: -117dBu
Output Noise: -90dBu Master Line Out
(All Levels Minimum)
Output Headroom: +26dB XLR bal, +20dB 1/4” unbal
Maximum Gain: Mic in to Master Line Out: 70dB
Crosstalk: Adjacent ch’s: -60db at 1KHz
Common Mode Rejection: -78db at 1KHz
Phantom Power: XLR Mic channels
Channel EQ 3-band active:
LOW: 80Hz ±12dB
MID: 750Hz ±12dB
HI: 11.5KHz ±12dB
Power Output: 1000w @ 4Ω (8Ω: 200w x3, 4Ω: 333w x3)
Power Req.: 120VAC 60 Hz or optional 240VAC 50 Hz model
Size and Weight: 12.5”H x 20”W x 10”D, 28 lbs
PA1200R Power Req.: 90 - 240 VAC 50 - 60 Hz
Size and Weight: 11”H x 19.5”W x 4”D, 10 lbs
Remote Effects Controller:
Optional FS22 footswitch
Vinyl Cover: CV1200
PA1200
BLOCK DIAGRAM
CARVIN ENGINEERING DATA
OPERATING MANUAL
PA800, PA1200, PA1200R MIXERS
ENGINEERED TO LAST cont.
Hidden deep in the heart of these mixers is the
“SMT” Surface Mount Technology construction that utilizes surface mounted components to prevent parts from shaking or vibrating loose. Sealed controls and switches guard against the outside elements while heavy-duty connectors provide a positive connection to your cables. Fire retardant FR-4 military spec circuit cards feature
double-sided copper construction to guard against noise and radio frequencies (RF).
Precision 1% tolerances guarantee that your settings will be accurate every time. The
multi-ply wood cabinet is not the typical heavy particleboard that can break or crack,
and the Duratuff covering is scratch and dent resistant. The PA Series is professionally made in the USA for years of service!
RECEIVING INSPECTION—read before getting started
INSPECT YOUR MIXER FOR ANY DAMAGE which may have occurred during shipping. If any damage is found, please notify the shipping company and CARVIN
immediately.
SAVE THE CARTON & ALL PACKING MATERIALS. In the event you have to re-ship
your unit, always use the original carton and packing material. This will provide the
best possible protection during shipment. CARVIN and the shipping company are
not liable for any damage caused by improper packing.
SAVE YOUR INVOICE. It will be required for warranty service if needed in the future.
SHIPMENT SHORTAGE. If you find items missing, they may have been shipped separately. Please allow several days for the rest of your order to arrive before inquiring.
RECORD THE SERIAL NUMBER on the enclosed warranty card or below on this
manual for your records. Keep your portion of the card and return the portion with
your name and comments to us or register online at www.carvin.com/registration
For your records, you may wish to record the following information.
Serial No._____________________ Invoice Date_______________
LINE
20dB
GAIN SWITCH
MIC
PAD
LINE IN PAD
(-20dB bal.)
(-26dB unbal.)
CHANNEL
MIC
PRE
STEREO
RETURN FROM
INTERNAL DSP
x 2
TAPE INPUT
L-R
RETURN
THREE BAND
CHANNEL TONE
CONTROLS
HI LOW
MID
CHANNEL
LEVEL
CHANNEL
MONITOR
STEREO
DSP RETURN
LEVEL x 2
DSP 1+2 TO
MONITOR
STEREO
TAPE IN
LEVEL
STEREO
RETURN
LEVEL
RIGHT
EFF x 2
LEFT
MON
PAN
PRE EQ
MONO
INTERNAL
DSP SEND
x 2
EXTERNAL
SEND
DSP 2 ONLY
INSERT #1
TIP-SEND
PRE EQ
INSERT #2
TIP-SEND
LEFT
SUMMING AMP
CHANNEL
EFF SND
1 or 2
LEVEL
MAIN LEVEL
SUMMING AMP
SUMMING AMP
AND LEVEL
EFFECTS
SUMMING AMP x 2
RIGHT
MAIN LEVEL
MONITOR
TAPE OUT
L
R
GAIN
REDUCTION
FOR DSP
GRAPHIC EQ SWITCH
LEFT - RIGHT
or
MONO - MONITOR
NINE BAND
GRAPHIC
EQUALIZER
NINE BAND
GRAPHIC
EQUALIZER
#1
#2
LEFT
BAL XLR OUT
TO INTERNAL
POWER AMP #1
RIGHT
BAL XLR OUT
TO INTERNAL
POWER AMP #2
MON
BAL XLR OUT
TO INTERNAL
POWER AMP #3
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (EUROPEAN)
The conductors in the AC power cord are colored in accordance with the following code.
GREEN & YELLOW—Earth BLUE—Neutral BROWN—Live
U.K. MAIN PLUG WARNING: Amolded main plug that has been cut off from the cord is
unsafe. NEVER UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD YOU INSERT A DAMAGED OR CUT MAIN PLUG INTO APOWER SOCKET.
IMPORTANT! FOR YOUR PROTECTION, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING:
WATER AND MOISTURE: Appliance should not be used near water (near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc). Care should be taken
so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.
POWER SOURCES: The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type
described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.
GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION: Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated.
POWER CORD 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 plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
SERVICING: The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the
operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
FUSING: If your unit is equipped with a fuse receptacle, replace only with the same type fuse.
Refer to replacement text on the unit for correct fuse type.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL! THIS UNIT CONTAINS HIGH
VOLTAGE INSIDE!
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
This symbol is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dan-
gerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying the
appliance.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Your Carvin product is guaranteed against failure for 1 YEAR unless otherwise stated.
Carvin will service and supply all parts at no charge to the customer providing the unit is
under warranty. Shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer. CARVIN DOES NOT
PAY FOR PARTS OR SERVICING OTHER THAN OUR OWN. A COPY OF THE ORIGINAL
INVOICE IS REQUIRED TO VERIFY YOUR WARRANTY. Carvin assumes no responsibility
for horn drivers or speakers damaged by this unit. This warranty does not cover, and no
liability is assumed, for damage due to: natural disasters, accidents, abuse, loss of parts,
lack of reasonable care, incorrect use, or failure to follow instructions. This warranty is in
lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied. No representative or person is authorized
to represent or assume for Carvin any liability in connection with the sale or servicing of
Carvin products.
CARVIN SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES.
When RETURNING merchandise to the factory, you may call for a return authorization
number. Describe in writing each problem. If your unit is out of warranty, you will be
charged the current FLAT RATE for parts and labor to bring your unit up to factory specifications.
MAINTAINING YOUR EQUIPMENT
Avoid spilling liquids or allowing any other foreign matter inside the unit. The panel of
your unit can be wiped from time to time with a dry or slightly damp cloth in order to
remove dust and bring back the new look.
As with all pro gear, avoid prolonged use in
caustic environments (salt air). When used in such an environment, be sure the mixer
is adequately protected by a cover.
P/N QTY DESCRIPTION LOCATION
03-50135 2 STANDOFF LED .500 X .135 T1 D6, D7
03-92521 6 STANDOFF LED .925 x .215 T1
D1, D2, D4, D5, D8, D9
06-40060 1 TERMINAL 90dg MALE PC MTG .250 QC1
07-01603 1 KNOB "6L" 6x6x17.4mm GREY CAP S4
07-01602 1 KNOB "6" 6x6x9.7mm GREY CAP S1
21-40000 12 XLR FEMALE CONNECTOR W/O GRND J11-J121
21-40001 3 XLR MALE CONNECTOR J2, J7, J9
21-40022 1 JACK RCA QUAD PC VERTICAL MTG J5
21-52545 17 JACK .250 PHONE STEREO STEEL J1, J3, J6, J10
J8, J12-J122
23-11004 1 CONNECT HEADER 4 PIN STRAIGHT H12
23-11010 2 CONNECT HEADER 10 PIN STRAIGHT H1, H11
23-40008 1 CONNECT HEADER .400 IN 8 PIN H2
23-92995 2 SHUNT JUMPER UNPLATED MIDDLE PINS ON H2
25-02201 1 SWITCH DPDT PUSH PC MTG LOCKNG S4
25-02201-1 12 ASSEMBLED SWITCH AND CAP S11-S121
25-04201 1 SWITCH 4PDT PUSH PC MTG LOCKNG S1
30-12734D 1 PCB CARD MAIN 1000W PA1200 MIX
46-22461 1 CAP MYLR .2200UF 63VOLT 10% C250
49-10212 33 0.001UF SMT 10% FILM 0805 50V C49, C51, C53,
C71, C117, C128, C130, C146, C111, C123, C211, C223,
C311, C323, C411, C423, C511, C523, C611, C623, C711,
C723, C811, C167, C911, C923, C1011, C1023, C1111,
C1123, C1211, C1223
49-10312 2 0.01UF SMT 10% FILM 080550V C43, C89
49-10412 38 0.1UF SMT 5% CERAMIC 0805 C3, C4, C6, C7,
C8, C9, C10, C11, C12, C13, C14, C15, C24, C35, C39, C60,
C65, C74, C75, C76, C77, C78, C79, C80, C137, C138, C140,
C142, C151, C152, C155, C165, C166
49-10451 16 0.1 uF SMT 10% FILM 1206 50V C5, C16, C27,
C42, C44, C81, C83, C86, C88, C91, C94, C95, C96, C97,
C98, C99
49-22035 116 SMT CAP 22uF 35v ELECTROLITIC C1, C2, C19, C20,
C21, C26, C29, C31, C33, C59, C62, C63, C64, C66, C67,
C68, C72, C73, C93, C103, C104, C105, C108, C110, C114,
C115, C120, C149, C153, C154, C157, C158, C161, C162,
C168, C169, C172, C173, C203, C204, C205, C208, C210,
C214, C303, C304, C305, C308, C310, C314, C403, C404,
C405, C408, C410, C414, C503, C504, C505, C508, C510,
C514, C603, C604, C605, C608, C610, C614, C703, C704,
C705, C708, C710, C714, C803, C840, C805, C808, C810,
C814, C903, C904, C905, C908, C910, C914, C1003, C1004,
C1005, C1008, C1010, C1014, C1103, C1104, C1105, C1108,
C1110, C1114, C1203, C1204, C1205, C1208, C1210, C1214,
C170, C270, C370, C470, C570, C670, C770, C870, C970,
C1070, C1170, C1270
49-22212 4 0.0022UF SMT 10% FILM 0805 50V C56, C132, C135,
C139
49-22312 18 0.022UF SMT 10% FILM 0805 50V C41, C50, C85,
C125, C129, C134, C112, C212, C312, C412, C512, C612,
C712, C812, C912, C1012, C1112, C1212
49-25152 4 220PF SMT 5% CERAMIC 0805 C57, C141, C69,
C118
49-27052 2 27 PF SMT 5% CERAMIC 0805 C36, C37
49-33152 2 330PF SMT 5% CERAMIC 0805 C55, C136
49-33212 2 0.0033UF SMT 10% FILM 0805 50 C47, C126
49-33312 2 0.033UF SMT 10% FILM 0805 50V C48, C127
49-39052 62 39PF SMT 5% CERAMIC 0805 C34, C40, C156,
C17, C18, C22, C23, C25, C28, C30, C32, C58, C82, C84,
C90, C92, C100, C113, C118, C119, C122, C124, C143,
C144, C145, C147, C159, C160, C163, C164, C213, C247,
C313, C347, C413, C447, C513, C547, C613, C647, C713,
C747, C813, C847, C913, C947, C1013, C1047, C1113,
C1147, C1213, C1247, C148, C248, C348, C448, C548,
C648, C748, C848, C948, C1048, C1148, C1248
49-47212 6 0.0047uF SMT FILM 0805 50V C45, C52, C54,
C116, C131, C133
49-47312 2 0.047UF SMT 10% FILM 0805 50V C46, C121
49-56152 29 560PF SMT 5% CERAMIC 0805 C70, C119, C87,
C171, C174, C106, C107, C206, C207, C306, C307,
C406, C407, C506, C507, C606, C607, C706, C707, C806,
C807, C906, C907,
C1006, C1007, C1106, C1107, C1206, C1207
49-82052 36 82PF SMT 5% CERAMIC 0805 C101, C102,
C201, C202, C301, C302, C401, C402, C501, C502, C601,
C602, C701, C702, C801, C802, C901, C902, C1001, C1002,
C1101, C1102, C1201, C1202, C109, C209, C309, C409,
C509, C609, C709, C809, C909, C1009, C1109, C1209
58-00035 1 0.0 SMT JUMPER 1206 R187
58-10025 2 100.5 SMT .25W 1206 1% R40, R157
58-10035 7 1K SMT .25W 1206 1% R48, R81, R99,
R129, R178, R181, R188
58-10045 55 10K SMT .25W 1206 1% R1, R11, R12,
R14, R15, R16, R27, R28, R31, R35, R36, R37, R39, R46,
R47, R54, R55, R59, R78, R83, R125, R126, R137, R139,
R140, R142, R149, R151, R154, R155, R159, R160, R163,
R164, R171, R192, R198, R211, R220, R230, R231, R227,
R228, R123, R223, R323, R423, R523, R623, R723, R183,
R923, R1023, R1123, R1223
58-10055 3 100K SMT .25W 1206 1% R52, R71, R90
58-15035 36 1.5K SMT .25W 1206 1% R110, R210,
R310, R410, R510, R610, R710, R810, R910, R1010, R1110,
R1210, R112, R212, R312, R412, R512, R612, R712, R812,
R912, R1012, R1112, R1212, R115, R215, R315, R415,
R515, R615, R715, R815, R915, R1015, R1115, R1215
58-15045 16 15K SMT .25W 1206 1% R4, R5, R127,
R128, R108, R208, R308, R408, R508, R608, R708, R808,
R908, R1008, R1108, R1208
58-15055 18 150K SMT .25W 1206 1% R2, R8, R10, R41,
R44, R49, R61, R65, R66, R67, R79, R85, R86, R89, R143,
R145, R156, R172
58-22035 46 2.2K SMT .25W 1206 1% R21, R24, R25,
R32, R60, R62, R64, R68, R72, R74, R87, R94, R97, R134,
R33, R53, R56, R57, R58, R165, R168, R169, R103, R203,
R303, R403, R503, R603, R104, R204, R304, R404, R504,
R604, R703, R803, R903, R1003, R1103, R1203, R704,
R804, R904, R1004, R1104, R1204
58-22045 101 22K SMT .25W 1206 1% R135, R136,
R190, R191, R34, R105, R205, R305, R405, R505, R605,
R705, R805, R905, R1005, R1105, R1205, R152, R252,
R352, R452, R552, R652, R752, R852, R952, R1052, R1152,
R1252, R109, R209, R309, R409, R509, R609, R709, R809,
R909, R1009, R1109, R1209, R113, R213, R313, R413,
R513, R613, R713, R813, R913, R1013, R1113, R1213,
R147, R247, R347, R447, R547, R647, R747, R847, R947,
R1047, R1147, R1247, R148, R248, R348, R448, R548,
R648, R748, R848, R948, R1048, R1148, R1248, R150,
R250, R350, R450, R550, R650, R750, R850, R950, R1050,
R1150, R1250, R119, R219, R319, R419, R519, R619, R719,
R819, R919, R1019, R1119, R1219
58-22055 12 220K SMT .25W 1206 1% R20, R22, R26,
R63, R69, R73, R75, R88, R95, R96, R100, R111
58-33025 4 330.5 SMT .25W 1206 1% R77, R82, R161,
R162
58-33035 14 3.3K SMT .25W 1206 1% R70, R133,
R116, R216, R316, R416, R516, R616, R716, R816, R916,
R1016, R1116, R1216
58-33045 5 33K SMT .25W 1206 1% R3, R9, R91,
R121, R124
58-39035 4 3.9K SMT .25W 1206 1% R19, R76, R92,
R93
58-43045 2 43K SMT .25W 1206 1% R18, R131
58-47005 4 4.7 SMT .25W 1206 1% R996, R997,
R998, R999
58-47025 6 470.5 SMT .25W 1206 1% R38, R138, R42,
R43, R45, R50, R80, R98, R179, R182, R189, R144, R146,
R153, R229, R232
58-47035 49 4.7K SMT .25W 1206 1% R29, R158,
R6, R7, R13, R17, R30, R84, R120, R122, R132, R166, R170,
R106, R206, R306, R406, R506, R606, R706, R806, R906,
R1006, R1106, R1206, R107, R207, R307, R407, R507,
R607, R707, R807, R907, R1007, R1107, R1207, R180,
R280, R380, R480, R580, R680, R780, R880, R980, R1080,
R1180, R1280
58-47045 14 47K SMT .25W 1206 1% R23, R130, R114,
R214, R314, R414, R514, R614, R714, R814, R914, R1014,
R1114, R1214
58-56025 2 560.5 SMT .25W 1206 1% R233, R234
58-56035 48 5.6K SMT .25W 1206 1% R101, R102,
R201, R202, R301, R302, R401, R402, R501, R502, R601,
R602, R701, R702, R801, R802, R901, R902, R1001, R1002,
R1101, R1102, R1201, R1202, R117, R118, R217, R218,
R317, R318, R417, R418, R517, R518, R617, R618, R717,
R718, R817, R818, R917, R918, R1017, R1018, R1117,
R1118, R1217, R1218
58-68025 1 680 SMT .25W 1206 1% R51
58-92201 3 22 SMT 1W 2512 20% R174, R175, R176
60-71024 1 CMOS STATIC RAM 1MEG 20NS U3
60-75320 5 LED RED DIFFUSED 3MM T-1.00 D4, D6, D7, D8,
D9
60-75330 1 LED GREEN DIFFUSED 3MM T-1.00 D1
60-75340 2 LED YELLOW DIFFUSED 3MM T-1.00 D2, D5
60-78050 1 REGULATOR VOLTAGE 5 +V 1 AMP Q27 LAY FLAT
62-07712 1 IC DSP W/CODEC AKM7712 U1
62-16400 1 CRYSTAL CERAMIC SMT 16.4mHz Y1
62-19140 1 1N914 HI SPD SMT 250mW DIODE D3
62-20430 15 NJM2043SMT(TESTED) DUALHFREQ A10, A14, A19,
A11, A21, A31, A41, A51, A61, A71, A81, A91, A93, A95, A97
62-45650 39 NJM4565 SMT DUAL HI FREQ A1, A2, A3, A4,
A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, A13, A15, A16, A17, A18, A20, A23, A24,
A25, A28, A30, A12, A22, A32, A42, A52, A62, A72, A82,
A92, A93, A95, A97, A27, A26, A46, A66, A86, A88, A99
62-87764 1 MICRO CONTROLLER SOIC PACKAGE U2
71-09252 36 POT 9 "D-P" 25F B50K-CC {P11, P12, P13}-
{P121, P122, P123}
71-09253A 30 POT9 "D-P" 25F B50K- P1, P2, P3, P5,
P6, P18, {P16 - P126} {P14 - P124}
71-10320 18 ORDER 20MM SL20V3-B10K-L15D(G) P171 THRU P179,
P181 THRU P189
72-12552 12 POT 12 "D-P" 25F 1B50Kx2-C NOB {P19 - P129}
72-12553 5 POT 12 "D-P" 25F 1B50Kx2 NOB P4, P7, P8, P9,
P10
72-12554A 12 POT12 "D-P" 25FS 1BM50K-C TAP {P17 - P127}
77-10005 1 LABEL PCB ASSYTRACK "R-S-T"
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST FOR
PA800/1200/1200R MIXERS
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