Peavey PV 6 User Manual

PV®6

Compact Mixer Operations Guide

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When using electrical products, basic cautions should always be followed, including the following:

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one
wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding plug. The wide blade or third
prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point they exit from the apparatus.

11. Note for UK only: If the colors of the wires in the mains lead of this unit do not correspond with the terminals in your
plug‚ proceed as follows:

a) The wire that is colored green and yellow must be connected to the terminal that is marked by the letter E‚ the
earth symbol‚ colored green or colored green and yellow.

b) The wire that is colored blue must be connected to the terminal that is marked with the letter N or the color black.
c) The wire that is colored brown must be connected to the terminal that is marked with the letter L or the color red.

12. Only use attachments/accessories provided by the manufacturer.

13. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When
a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

14. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

15. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in

any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

16. Never break off the ground pin. Write for our free booklet “Shock Hazard and Grounding.” Connect only to a power
supply of the type marked on the unit adjacent to the power supply cord.

17. If this product is to be mounted in an equipment rack, rear support should be provided.

18. Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause a permanent hearing loss. Individuals vary considerably in
susceptibility to noise-induced hearing loss, but nearly everyone will lose some hearing if exposed to sufficiently
intense noise for a sufficient time. The U.S. Government’s Occupational and Health Administration (OSHA) has
specified the following permissible noise level exposures:

Duration Per Day In Hours Sound Level dBA, Slow Response

890
692
495
397
2 100

1 1⁄

2

102

1 105

1

⁄

2

110

1

⁄4or less 115

According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of the above permissible limits could result in some hearing loss. Ear plugs or protectors to the
ear canals or over the ears must be worn when operating this amplification system in order to prevent a permanent hearing loss, if exposure
is in excess of the limits as set forth above. To ensure against potentially dangerous exposure to high sound pressure levels, it is
recommended that all persons exposed to equipment capable of producing high sound pressure levels such as this amplification system be
protected by hearing protectors while this unit is in operation.

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PV®6Compact Mixer

Description

Congratulations on purchasing the Peavey PV6 compact mixer. The PV6 is a studio-quality mixing console designed to meet diverse
needs while only occupying a small space. This is the perfect console for small venue performances or home recording environments.

Please read this guide carefully to ensure your personal safety as well as the safety of your equipment.

Features

➡ XLR Mic inputs on all four channels

➡ Two Stereo channels with 1⁄4" inputs

➡ Three-band EQ on mono channels

➡ Two-band EQ on stereo channels

➡ Clip LEDs that thoroughly monitor clipping

➡ 48V phantom power switch

➡ Effects send on every channel with stereo return

➡ Zero latency record monitoring capabilities

➡ Control room out with level control

➡ Contour control switch

➡ 80 Hz low cut switch

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Hi EQ (1)

An active tone control (shelving type: ±15 dB) that varies the level of the high frequency range.

Mid EQ (2)

An active tone control (shelving type: ±15 dB) that varies the mid frequency range.

Low EQ (3)

An active tone control (shelving type: ±15 dB) that varies the level of the low frequency range.

Caution: Excessive low frequency boost causes greater power consumption and increases the possibility of speaker damage.

EFX Send (4)

This adjusts the level of the channel signal added to the effects mix. The effects send signal is taken after the channel
level controls (7) so that adjustments made to the level control will also affect the send level.

Pan (5)

This knob controls the placement of the signal in the stereo field. When rotated completely counterclockwise‚ the
signal is present only on the left channel; when rotated completely clockwise‚ only in the right channel.

Clip LED (6)

This light normally indicates that the channel signal level is nearing the overload point. The clip indicator circuit
monitors the signal at many points in the channel to ensure that it catches all instances of clipping. It illuminates at
+19 dBu and warns that the gain or EQ boost should be reduced. When it light,s roughly 3 dB of headroom
remains.

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Level (7)

This is the channel output level control. The optimum setting is the 0 (unity gain) position.

Gain (8)

This control establishes the nominal operating level for the channel. The input gain can be adjusted over a wide
range to compensate for soft voices or very loud drums. To maximize the signal-to-noise ratio, the gain should be
set to the proper level with the channel level control (7) set to 0. If the clip LED comes on and remains lit, try
reducing the gain.

Power LED (9)

This LED indicates that AC power is supplied to the unit‚ the power switch is on and the unit is functioning
properly.

Headphone Level (10)

This knob sets the headphone and control room output level. To avoid damage to your hearing‚ make sure to turn
the dial fully counterclockwise before using headphones. Slowly turn the knob clockwise until a comfortable
listening level is set. Normally, the signal in the headphones is the Left/Right signal. If the Tape to Control Room
(14) is engaged‚ the tape signal is also included.

LED Meters (11)

Two four-segment LED arrays are provided to monitor the levels of the main Left/Right outputs. These meters range
from -21 dB to +19 dB. A reading of 0 db on the meter corresponds to +4 dBu at the outputs.

Phantom Power LED (12)

This LED lights when the Phantom Power Switch (13) has been engaged.

Phantom Power Switch (13)

Applies +48 VDC Voltage to the input XLR connectors to power microphones requiring phantom power.

If phantom power is used, do not connect unbalanced dynamic microphones or other devices to the XLR inputs that
cannot handle this Voltage. The Phantom Power LED (12) indicates when phantom power is on.

Tape To Control Room (14)

Depressing this switch adds the tape return to the Control Room and Headphone Outputs (24) for zero latency monitoring.

Tape to Mix (15)

Depressing this switch routes the signal from the Tape Inputs to the Main Outputs (27).

Master Level Fader (16)

The Master Fader controls the level sent to the main Left/Right outputs. Best results are obtained when this control
is set near the 0 point.

Contour Switch (17)

Engaging this switch enhances the signal by adding both bass and treble frequencies. This is especially effective at
lower volumes or for tape/CD playback.

80 Hz Low Cut (18)

The Low Cut filter has a corner frequency of 80 Hz. When engaged‚ it can improve clarity by removing low
frequencies that can make a mix sound muddy. This feature is especially useful when playing outside on a windy day
or on a hollow‚ noisy stage. These kinds of ambient noises can rob your sound system of power. Engaging this

switch removes those frequencies from the system and restores power to where it’s needed.

EFX/Return (19)

The EFX/Return Level Control adjusts the level sent to the Left/Right main bus from the return inputs.

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23 24 25 26

28 27

29 30 31 32

Mic (XLR) Inputs (20)

XLR balanced inputs optimized for a microphone or other low impedance source. Pin 2 is the positive input.
Because of the wide range of gain adjustment, signal levels up to +14 dBu can be accommodated.

Line (1⁄4") Inputs (21)

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⁄

4” balanced (TRS) 10 k Ohm impedance input. The tip is the positive input and should be used for unbalanced

inputs. It has 20 dB less gain than the XLR input and does not have phantom power available. The Mic and Line
inputs should not be used simultaneously.

Gain (Channels 1 & 2) (22)

This control establishes the nominal operating level for the channel. The input gain can be adjusted over a wide
range to compensate for soft voices or very loud drums. To maximize the signal-to-noise ratio, the gain should
be set to the proper level with the channel level control (7) set to 0. If the Clip LED comes on and remains lit,

try reducing the gain.

Stereo Inputs (23)

Channels 3 and 4 feature stereo inputs via 1⁄4” inputs and mono XLR inputs. When the 1⁄4" line inputs are in use‚
the XLR mic input is muted to prevent unwanted noise.

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Control Room Outputs (24)

The Control Room Outputs feature two 1⁄4" TRS Z-balanced jacks. These outputs can be used with Tip‚ Ring Sleeve
(TRS) balanced or Tip Sleeve (TS) unbalanced connectors. The Control Room Output Level is adjusted with the
Headphone Level Control (10).

EFX Send (25)

The EFX Send features a 1⁄4" TRS Z-balanced jack in the master section. These outputs can be used with Tip‚ Ring
Sleeve (TRS) balanced or Tip Sleeve (TS) unbalanced connectors. The EFX mix is determined by the amount of
signal being sent to the EFX bus in each channel.

Headphone Output (26)

The Headphone Output is a 1⁄4" TRS (tip = left; ring = right; sleeve = ground). The signal sent to this output is
normally the Left/Right mix. When the Tape to Control Room switch is engaged‚ the tape input signal is added to
the Left/Right mix and can be monitored in the headphones.

Left/Right Outputs (27)

The Left/Right Outputs feature two 1⁄4" TRS Z-balanced jacks. These outputs can be used with Tip‚ Ring, Sleeve
(TRS) balanced or Tip, Sleeve (TS) unbalanced connectors.

EFX Return (28)

The EFX Return inputs (Left/Mono‚ Right) feature two 1⁄4" TRS Z-balanced jacks. These outputs can be used with
Tip‚ Ring, Sleeve (TRS) balanced or Tip, Sleeve (TS) unbalanced connectors. The EFX Return is controlled via the
EFX/Return Level Control (19).

Power Adapter Input (29)

Use to connect the included power supply. Be sure the power supply is connected to the PV®6 before connecting
to a power source. Use 16 VAC 1 A adapter only.

Power Switch (30)

Depressing the power switch applies power to the unit.

Tape In/Out (32 & 31)

The tape input jacks are designed to accommodate tape‚ CD or computer sound card output levels. The out level is
+4 dBu for connection to a recorder or sound card input. The tape inputs can be used as an additional stereo input
by engaging the Tape to Main Mix switch (15). The tape input can also be used to monitor the recorder/sound card
output without the risk of feedback.

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CONTOUR

LO HI

CONTOUR

LO HI

PAN

+48V

4

+

-

4

EQ

LO MID HI

+

-

+

-

+

-

HI PASS

HI PASS

EQ

LO

HI

EQ

LO

HI

+48V

BALANCE

TAPE -L/R SELECT

POWER

PHANTOM

GLOBAL

POWER

PHANTOM

RIGHT

LEFT

EFX

CLIP

GAIN

XLR

EFX

LINE

RIGHT

LEFT

XLR

LEVELGAIN

EFX

CLIP

MONO INPUT

STEREO INPUT

EFX RETURN

LEFT/MONO

RIGHT

TAPE OUTPUT

HEADPHONES

CONTROL ROOM

TAPE TO MIX

LED METER

LEFT/MONO

RIGHT

LEFT

RIGHT

MAIN OUTPUTS

EFX SEND

TAPE INPUT

GLOBAL

CONTROL ROOM

TAPE TO

2

3

1

2

3

1

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Function

Microphone (150
ohms)

Line (10k ohms)

Stereo Line Input

Aux Returns

Tape

Input Z

(ohms min)

2.2k

10k

10k

10k

10k

Input Gain
Setting

Max Gain
(60 dB)

Min Gain
(9 dB)

Max Gain
(40 dB)

Min Gain
(-10 dB)

Max Gain
(30 dB)

N/A
(0 dB)

N/A
(10 dB)

Nominal*

-56 dBu

-5 dBu

-36 dBu

+14 dBu

+4 dBu

+4 dBu

-10 dBV

Max

-38 dBu

+13 dBu

-18 dBu

+32 dBu

+22 dBu

+22 dBu

+12 dBu

Bal/Unbal

Bal

Bal

Unbal

Unbal

Unbal

Connector

XLR Pin 1 Gnd Pin
2 (+)‚ Pin 3 (-1)

1

⁄4" TRS; Tip (+)‚
Ring (-)‚ Sleeve
Ground

1

⁄4" TRS; Tip (+)‚
Sleeve Ground

1

⁄4" TRS; Tip (+)‚
Sleeve Ground

RCA Phone

Input Levels

Min**

-83 dBu

-31 dBu

-63 dBu

-12 dBu

-26 dBu

-17 dBu

-17 dBu

Function

Main Left/Right

Effects Sends

Headphone

Tape

Min Load Z

(ohms)

600

600

8

2.2 k

Nominal

+4 dBu

+4 dBu

+4 dBu (no load)

+4 dBu

Max

+22 dBu

+22 dBu

+22 dBu

+22 dBu

Bal/Unbal

Bal

Bal

Unbal

Unbal

Connector

1

⁄4" TRS: Tip (+); Ring (-); Sleeve

Ground

1

⁄4" TRS; Tip (+)‚ Sleeve Ground

1

⁄4" TRS; Tip Left‚ Ring Right‚ Sleeve

Ground

RCA Phone

Output Level

0 dBu = 0.775 V (RMS)

** Min Input Level (sensitivity) is the smallest signal that will produce nominal output (+4 dBu) with channel and master faders set for
maximum gain.

* Nominal settings are defined as all controls set at 0 dB (or 50% rotation for rotary pots) except the gain adjustment pot which is as
specified.

0 dBu = 0.775 V (RMS)

Gain

Mic Input Gain Adjustment Range: 10 dB to 60 dB

Mic Input to Left/Right Balance Output 87 dB (max gain)

Line Input Gain Adjustment Range: -10 dB to 40 dB

Line Input to Left/Right Balance Output 67 dB (max gain)

Stereo Line Input Gain Adjustment Range: 10 dB

Stereo Line Input to Left/Right Output 28 dB (max gain)

Aux Return to Left/Right Balance Output 21 dB (max gain)

Inputs

Outputs