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.
WARNING
Describes precautions that should be observed to
prevent the possibility of death or injury to the user.
CAUTION
Describes precautions that should be observed to
prevent damage to the product.
WARNING
Power Supply
Ensure that the mains source 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.
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.
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.
Protective Ground
Before turning the product 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. Likewise,
never remove Ground wiring from the Protective Ground
Terminal.
Operating Conditions
Always install in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
To avoid the risk of electric shock and damage, do not
subject this product to any liquid/rain or moisture. Do
not use this product when in close proximity to water.
Do not install this product near any direct heat source.
Do not block areas of ventilation. Failure to do so could
result in fire.
Keep product away from naked flames.
IMPORTANT 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.
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 of electric shock.
Do not place heavy objects on the power cord. This
could cause electric shock or fire.
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.
Fuse
To prevent fire and damage to the product, use only
Cleaning
When required, either blow off dust from the product or
use a dry cloth.
Do not use any solvents such as Benzol or Alcohol.
For safety, keep product clean and free from dust.
Servicing
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel only. Do
not perform any servicing other than those instructions
contained within the User's Manual.
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Preface
Dear Customer:
Thanks for choosingLTO Graphic Equalizer and thanks for choosing one of the results ofLTO AUDIO TEAM job
and researches.
For ourLTO AUDIO TEAM, music and sound are more than a job...are first of all passion and let us say...our obse
-ssion!
We have been designing professional audio products for a long time in cooperation with some of the major brands in
the world in the audio field.
TheLTO line presents unparalleled analogue and digital products made by Musicians for Musicians in our R&D
Centres in Italy, Netherlands, United Kingdom and Taiwan. The core of our digital audio products is a sophisticated
DSP (Digital sound processor) and a large range of state of the art algorithms which have been developed by our
Software Team for the last 7 years.
Because we are convinced you are the most important member ofLTO AUDIO TEAM and the one confirming the
quality of our job, we would like to share with you our work and our dreams, pay attention to your suggestions and
your comments.
Following this idea we create our products and we will create the new ones! From our side, we guarantee you and we
will guarantee you also in future the best quality, and the best fruits of our continuous researches and the best prices.
OurLTO Graphic Equalizer is the result of many hours of listening and tests involving common people, area experts,
musicians and technicians.
The results of this effort is a high-end Graphic Equalizer which will provide a permanent precise equalization to the
musician, performer, studio engineer and sound contractor.
Nothing else to add, but that we would like to thank all the people that made theLTO Graphic Equalizer a reality
available to our customers, thank our designers and allLTO staff, there to make possible the realization of products
containing our idea of music and sound and there to support you, our customers, in the best way, conscious that you
are our best richness.
This control sets the input signal level to the equalizer. Its "0dB" position is unity gain (no boost or attenuation).
If the clip LED (5) is light continuously, turndown this control until it only flickers occasionally.
3.High pass filter
This button electronically inserts a filter into the signal path, which cuts the low frequencies at 40Hz (12dB per
octave). The LED (12) indicator lights when the button is pressed and this filter is serving in the circuit.
4.Low pass filter
This button electronically inserts a filter into the signal path, which cuts the high frequencies at 16KHz (12dB per
octave). The LED (13) indicator lights when the button is pressed and this filter is serving in the circuit.
5.Clip LED
This LED will light when any section of the equalizer is within 5 dB of clipping. Occasional flickering of this clip
LED is acceptable, but if it remains on continuously, you should turn down the level control or reduce the output
level of the preceding component to avoid audible distortion.
6.Signal LED
This green LED will light when any signal appears at input/output stage.
7.EQ switch
This switch inserts or removes the equalizer to channel path. If press this switch, the EQ LED (7) will be illuminated,
which means it is in EQ mode. When release this switch, the input signal is routed directly to the output jacks.
which means it is in bypass mode.
8.EQ LED
When this LED lights, it is in EQ mode.
9.Range switch
This button switches the gain range of the filter potentiometer between 6dB and 12dB.
10.Filter range indicator
When the 6dB range is selected, green LED will light. When the 12dB range is selected, red LED will light.
11.VU meter
This VU meter is used to indicate the output level.
12.High pass LED
When the High pass filter (40Hz/12dB) is in active, this LED will light.
13.Low pass LED
When the Low pass filter (16KHz/12dB) is in active, this LED will light.
3.2 The Rear Panel
IIEQU131-PanelMK Rear
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20
POWER
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AC INPUT
95-120V /210-240V 60-50Hz
ON
MODEL
SERIAL
OFF
RatedPower Consumption 9W
FUSE:
210-240V:T100mAL 250VAC
95-120V:T160mAL 250VAC
REPLACEFUSE WITH CORRECT
TYPEONLY
Apparaten skall anslutas till
jordat uttag nar den ansluts
till ett natverk
210-240V:T100mAL 250VAC
95-120V:T200mAL 250VAC
REPLACEFUSE WITH CORRECT
TYPEONLY
Apparaten skall anslutas till
jordat uttag nar den ansluts
till ett natverk
MODEL
SERIAL
POWER
ON
OFF
171615171615
LIFT
GND
18
LIFT
GND
17
TIP/PIN2
RING/PIN3
SLEEVE/PIN1
16
TIP/PIN2
RING/PIN3
SLEEVE/PIN1
TIP/PIN2
RING/PIN3
SLEEVE/PIN1
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
INPUT
INPUT
INPUT
PUSH
NEW TIDE
3
21
BALANCEDUNBALANCED
15
PUSH
NEW TIDE
3
21
BALANCEDUNBALANCED
PUSH
NEW TIDE
3
21
BALANCEDUNBALANCED
TIP/PIN2
RING/PIN3
SLEEVE/PIN1
BALANCEDUNBALANCED
15
BALANCEDUNBALANCED
BALANCEDUNBALANCED
CHANNEL 1
CHANNEL 2
17
16
TIP/PIN2
RING/PIN3
SLEEVE/PIN1
TIP/PIN2
RING/PIN3
SLEEVE/PIN1
20
14
18
171615
MKEQU231TWINRear Panel-II
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2018
14.Power switch
This is used to switch the equalizer on and off. The appliance would be turned on when the power switch to be
set to the on-position, and it would be turned off when the switch be set to the off-position.
15. XLR input and output connector
The XLR connector are actively balanced and are used to input/output the signal.
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16. 1/4" TRS phone plug input and output connector
The 1/4" TRS connector are actively balanced and are used to input/output the signal.
17. RCA input and output connector
The RCA connector are unbalanced.
NOTE: While you can use any input connector with any output connector, only one set of these connectors is
to be used at one time, detail wiring and connection, please refer to 4.2 audio connection.
18. Ground lift switch
This switch is used to disconnect the signal ground from the mains and chassis earth. If it is determined that
the equalizer is the cause of hum or buzz in your system due to a ground loop, move this switch to the "lift"
position.
19. Fuse holder / Voltage selector
You must be sure of the Voltage available in your country because this is a Dual Voltage unit. Voltage operation can be changed through the fuse protecting the power supply but this operation must be performed by a
qualified engineer.
110-120V
220-240V
220-240V
110-120V
This is set for
110V AC TO 120V AC
operation
Please note the triangular markers on both sides of the fuse holder (see above figure). To change the voltage
pull the fuse holder out, rotate it 180 and push it back again. The operating voltage will be indicated by one
of the two triangular markers.
20. AC Inlet
This connector is meant for the connection of the supplied main cord.
Do not insert power cord into unit until voltage has been correctly set. Do not plug power cord into AC power
until voltage has been correctly set.
4. INSTALLATION & CONNECTION
4.1 Mains Connection
Please ensure that the EQU MKII Series Graphic Equalizer is set to the correct supply voltage before plugging
the power cord into the wall outlet, use the same fuse as marked on the fuse holder at the AC power connection
socket.
The mains connection of the EQU MKII Series Graphic Equalizer is made by using the enclosed mains cord and
a standard IEC receptacle. It meets all of the international safety certification requirements.
4.2 Audio Connection
The EQU MKII Series Graphic Equalizer presents with balanced XLR & 1/4" TRS and unbalanced RCA connectors,
and it can be interfaced by several ways to support a variety of applications without any signal loss. The EQU MK
II Series Graphic Equalizer can be used on a single instrument by connecting to a mixing console's main inserts,
or on an entire mix "in-line" between a mixing console's outputs and a power amplifier.
This is set for
220V AC TO 240V AC
operation
- Wiring Configuration
Either the 1/4" TRS phone jack or the XLR connector can be wired in balanced and unbalanced modes, which will
be determined by the actual application status, please wire your system as the following wiring examples:
+
Tip
Sleeve
TS Type Unbalanced
Ring
TRS Type Balanced
Tip
Sleeve
+
-
Ring
TRS Type Unbalanced
+
Tip
Sleeve
8
Pin2 (+)
Pin3 (-)
(Linked to Pin1 manually, )
Pin1 ( )
XLR Type Unbalanced
Pin3 (-)
Pin2 (+)
Pin1 ( )
XLR Type alancedB
- In Line Connection
- Insert Points Connection
1/4" TRS insert
Ring
Tip
Sleeve
4.3 Rack Mounting
Send
Return
Insert Leads
TIPRING SLEEVE
TIPRING SLEEVE
SLEEVETIP
1
3
2
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3
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5. APPLICATION
5.1 The Sound Frequency
In recording studios as well as stage or radio plays, the EQU MKII Series Graphic Equalizer will be your valuable
sound tool to modify the frequency "contour" of a sound. But first of all, you should clarify the typical frequency of
each instrument and voice, so that you can obtain nice results in terms of sound characterization. The tables on
the following pages will give you an idea of specific frequencies and their acoustic significance.
The EQU MKII Series Graphic Equalizers can be used in the sound reinforcement systems to:
Eliminate unwanted sounds, such as the 60Hz Hum noise.
Shape the sound by changing the frequency response of the track.
Special effects like telephone sounds are done by cutting off the low end to 200Hz and the high end to 6KHz.
Allow you to modify the sound of the instrument if put EQU MKII Series Equalizer in line with a musical instrument.
you can brighten the sound, and body to a thin sounding instrument, or you can give the sound a totally different
character.
Fix a track that does not sound quite right, put the EQU MKII Series Equalizer in an effects send and return it to the
mix bus.
The following connection is probably most common field of application:
- Line Instrument
The EQU MKII Series Graphic Equalizer can be used on an entire mix "In-line" between a instrument outputs
and a power amplifier, and this is the basic application in the PA system to offer precise equalization control.
The EQU MKII Series Graphic Equalizer can also be used on a single instrument by connecting to a mixing
console's main inserts, esp for those consoles without built-in equalization circuitry.
a. For mono application, please use the EQU131-II, EQU131VU-II mono Graphic Equalizer.MKMK
b. For stereo application, please use the EQU215-II, EQU215TWIN-II, EQU231-II, EQU231VU
-II or EQU231TWIN-II stereo Graphic Equalizer, either of the two channels can be used as L/R
231 Band: 1/3 octave, ISO spacing (2H series)
231 Band: 1/3 octave, ISO spacing (2H series)
215 Band: 2/3 octave, ISO spacing (3H series)
131 Band: 1/3 octave, ISO spacing (2H series)
131 Band: 1/3 octave, ISO spacing (1H series)
215 Band: 1/3 octave, ISO spacing (1H series)
231 Band: 1/3 octave, ISO spacing (2H series)
Slider travel
Range
Input connections
Input impedance
Maximum input level
Output connections
Input impedance
Output impedance
High pass filter
Low pass filter
20mm with positive centre detente
(EQU231-MKII/EQU231VU-MKII/EQU131-MKII/EQU215-MKII)
45mm with positive centre detente
(only for EQU231TWIN-MK II)
60mm with positive centre detente
(EQU131VU-MKII/EQU215TWIN-MKII)
231 band, 1/3 octave, ISO spacing: 18W
231 band, 1/3 octave, ISO spacing: 18W
231 band, 1/3 octave, ISO spacing: 18W
131 band, 1/3 octave, ISO spacing: 9W
131 band, 1/3 octave, ISO spacing: 9W
215 band, 1/3 octave, ISO spacing: 9W
215 band, 1/3 octave, ISO spacing: 9W
483(W)220(D)44(H)(19"8.66"1.7")mm (1H series)
483(W)220(D)88(H)(19"8.66"3.5")mm (2H series)
483(W)220(D)132(H)(19"8.66"5.1")mm (3H series)
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7. WARRANTY
1. WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD
To obtain Warranty Service, the buyer should first fill out and return the enclosed Warranty Registration Card within
10 days of the Purchase Date.
All the information presented in this Warranty Registration Card gives the manufacturer a better understanding of
the sales status, so as to purport a more effective and efficient after-sales warranty service.
Please fill out all the information carefully and genuinely, miswriting or absence of this card will void your warranty
service.
2. RETURN NOTICE
2.1 In case of return for any warranty service, please make sure that the product is well packed in its original shipping
carton, and it can protect your unit from any other extra damage.
2.2 Please provide a copy of your sales receipt or other proof of purchase with the returned machine, and give detail
information about your return address and contact telephone number.
2.3 A brief description of the defect will be appreciated.
2.4 Please prepay all the costs involved in the return shipping, handling and insurance.
3. TERMS AND CONDITIONS
3.1warrants that this product will be free from any defects in materials and/or workmanship for a period
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of 1 year from the purchase date if you have completed the Warranty Registration Card in time.
3.2 The warranty service is only available to the original consumer, who purchased this product directly from the
retail dealer, and it can not be transferred.
3.3 During the warranty service,may repair or replace this product at its own option at no charge to you for
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parts or for labor in accordance with the right side of this limited warranty.
3.4 This warranty does not apply to the damages to this product that occurred as the following conditions:
Instead of operating in accordance with the user's manual thoroughly, any abuse or misuse of this product.
Normal tear and wear.
The product has been altered or modified in any way.
Damage which may have been caused either directly or indirectly by another product / force / etc.
Abnormal service or repairing by anyone other than the qualified personnel or technician.
And in such cases, all the expenses will be charged to the buyer.
3.5 In no event shallbe liable for any incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclu-
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sion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you.
3.6 This warranty gives you the specific rights, and these rights are compatible with the state laws, you may also
have other statutory rights that may vary from state to state.
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SEKAKU ELECTRON INDUSTRY (H.K.) CO. LTD.
No.1, Lane 17, Sec. 2, Han Shi West Road, Taichung, 401 TAIWAN
http://www.altoproaudio.comTel:886-4-22313737
email: alto@altoproaudio.comFax:886-4-22346757
All rights reserved to ALTO. All features and content might be changed
without
manual withoutekaku Electron
prior notice. Any photocopy, translation, or reproduction of part of this
written permission is forbidden. Copyright2004 S
c
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