PV®6 • PV®6BT
Compact Mixer
Operating
Manual
www.peavey.com
FCC/ICES Compliancy Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Industry Canada license-exempt RSS Standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, that may cause undesired operation.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’lndustrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) I’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) I’utilisateur de I’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Warning: Changes or modifications to the equipment not approved by Peavey Electronics Corp. can void the user’s authority to use the equipment.
Note – This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures.
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution
The equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
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PV®6 and PV®6BT
Compact Mixers
Introducing the next level in world class non-powered mixer performance. The all new PV series mixing consoles include Peavey's reference-quality mic preamps that deliver an incredible 0.0007% THD, making the PV series mixers excellent for live or recording applications. The PV 6 BT includes 2 channels of reference-quality mic preamps, 2 direct outputs for recording, 2 stereo channels, media channel with Bluetooth wireless input, high quality digital effects, streaming USB out, 48 volt phantom power, dual selectable control room outputs, compression, one channel of on board selectable guitar preamp, 3-band EQ per channel with bypass, effects level per channel, signal clip indicators, and a stereo master LED meter bridge. This amazingly versatile mixer is at home both in the studio as well as live applications. Its modern features such as Bluetooth allow seamless connection to almost any "smart" device. Direct outs allow easy connection to most DAW interfaces for recording; in addition, the PV 6 BT can stream audio directly to a PC. EQ bypass allows the user to compare the EQ'd signal to the original signal with the push of a button. Compression keeps signals with difficult levels under control, and Peavey's exclusive guitar-shape adjusts the EQ and preamp specifically for guitar. The all new PV series mixers represent the pinnacle of performance and value. Combine Peavey's legendary reliability with our 5 year warranty, and you can be assured of years of quality reliable service!
FEATURES (both models):
•2 Combination 1/4" balanced / XLR inputs feeding Silencer™ preamps
•Stereo 1/4"/ 3.5mm input channel with input gain, EQ, Effects send and Pan / Balance
•Switchable 1/4" / RCA (/ Bluetooth PV6 BT only) stereo input with input balance and level control
•3-band EQ on all channels
•2 Channels of Peavey's Exclusive Mid-Morph
•LED clip and signal present indication
•EQ Bypass on mic channels
•Dual selectable control room outputs
•Global 48V phantom power
•1/4" balanced Main stereo ouputs
•Rugged console design
•Built-in stereo compressor with enable switch
•Stereo pan control per channel
•2 Channels of direct out
•Stereo USB-B streaming audio in and out
•High quality master LED meter bridge
•Studio quality headphone output
•Peavey's exclusive on-board 1 Meg Ω guitar input
•Control room output with level control
•Electric Guitar Pre-Shape switch
•External universal input power supply
PV6BT ADDITIONAL FEATURES:
•Bluetooth wireless stereo audio input
•Efx Mute switch
PV6 ONLY:
• Efx master level feeding balanced 1/4" output
Installation Note:
This unit must have the following clearances from any combustible surface: top: 8", sides: 12", back: 12"
Front Panel: MONO MIC INPUT CHANNEL
1Electric Guitar Pre-Shape
Engaging this button optimizes the on board equalization for guitar.
2Signal Presence/Clip LED
This LED helps in setting the gain control. Gain (3) should be adjusted so that the green LED flashes in time with the source, and turns red only on the loudest peaks. If adding EQ results in clipping (red LED), compensate here by reducing gain (3). The red clipping LED lights when roughly 5dB of headroom remains.
3Gain
The Input Gain control is used to establish proper gain structure in 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 Level Knob (10) set to 0. If the clip LED comes on and remains lit, try reducing the gain.
4High EQ
This High EQ shelving type of active tone control varies the treble frequencies (+/- 15 dB at 12 kHz) and is designed to remove noise or add brilliance to the signal, depending on the quality of the source.
5Mid EQ
Where most mid-range controls work at just one frequency, the Mid-Morph works at two. When turned counterclockwise, it cuts at 250 Hz to reduce frequencies that muddy the sound. When turned clockwise, it boosts at 4 kHz to add intelligibility to vocals. Either way, improved vocal or instrument definition can be achieved.
6Low EQ
A shelving type of EQ that varies the bass frequency levels (+/- 15 dB at 80 Hz). Low EQ adds depth to thin-sounding signals or cleans up the muddy ones. As with any EQ, use sparingly. Too much of this EQ can give you a booming bottom end. Caution: Excessive low frequency boost causes greater power consumption and increases the possibility of speaker damage.
7EQ Bypass
Engaging this button bypasses the equalization of the channel.
8EFX Send
This control adjusts the level of the channel signal added to the effects mix. The signal is sent to the internal effects processor (PV6 BT) or the EFX send jack (PV6). Turning the knob to the left (min) will turn off effects on the associated channel, while turning the knob to the right will increase the amount of the selected effect.
9Pan
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. This control functions as a balance control to adjust the relative level of the left and right signals on stereo channels.
10Channel Level
This controls the output level of the channel into the main mix. The gain is 0 dB when set to the detent at mid-rotation (12:00). 10 dB of boost is available at the max gain setting. Normal operation is to start with this knob at the detent, and set the input gain and EQ with the source playing such that normal levels are seen at the bicolor LED and the main meter array. As additional sources are added, it is normal to turn this knob down slightly.
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Front Panel: STEREO INPUT CHANNEL
2Signal Presence/Clip LED
This LED helps in setting the gain control. Gain (3) should be adjusted so that the green LED flashes in time with the source, and turns red only on the loudest peaks. If adding EQ results in clipping (red LED), compensate here by reducing gain (3). The red clipping LED lights when roughly 5dB of headroom remains.
3Gain
The Input Gain control is used to establish proper gain structure in 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 Level Knob (10) set to 0. If the clip LED comes on and remains lit, try reducing the gain.
4High EQ
This High EQ shelving type of active tone control varies the treble frequencies (+/- 15 dB at 12 kHz) and is designed to remove noise or add brilliance to the signal, depending on the quality of the source.
5Mid EQ
This midrange control adjusts the stereo channel's eq +/-20 dB @ 440Hz
6Low EQ
A shelving type of EQ that varies the bass frequency levels (+/- 15 dB at 80 Hz). Low EQ adds depth to thin-sounding signals or cleans up the muddy ones. As with any EQ, use sparingly. Too much of this EQ can give you a booming bottom end. Caution: Excessive low frequency boost causes greater power consumption and increases the possibility of speaker damage.
7EQ Bypass
Engaging this button bypasses the equalization of the channel.
8EFX Send
This control adjusts the level of the channel signal added to the effects mix. The signal is sent to the internal effects processor (PV6 BT) or the EFX send jack (PV6). Turning the knob to the left (min) will turn off effects on the associated channel, while turning the knob to the right will increase the amount of the selected effect.
9Pan
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. This control functions as a balance control to adjust the relative level of the left and right signals on stereo channels.
10Channel Level
This controls the output level of the channel into the main mix. The gain is 0 dB when set to the detent at mid-rotation (12:00). 10 dB of boost is available at the max gain setting. Normal operation is to start with this knob at the detent, and set the input gain and EQ with the source playing such that normal levels are seen at the bicolor LED and the main meter array. As additional sources are added, it is normal to turn this knob down slightly.
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16Digital Return Level
Controls the signal level coming in to the USB digital audio port, typically from a USB-equipped computer. The nominal setting is near 12:00
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When depressed, USB digital audio return is routed to the Main summing amp. This setting is recommended only when there is a requirement to playback through the main outputs, at which time the DAW software must have input monitoring disabled.
Beware of creating an unintended loop, which results in very LOUD and uncontrolled oscillation that can damage loudspeakers and eardrums!
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19RCA Connectors for Monitor
Connect powered monitors, or an amplifier feeding monitor speakers here. Set the volume controls on the monitors A and B to be equal when the A/B switch is toggled. The signal sent to this output is normally the Left/Right mix.
When the "To Control Room" switch (17) is engaged, the USB return signal is also sent to the Monitor Outputs.
20A/B Toggle Switch
When depressed, the A outputs are muted and the B outputs are on. When raised, the A outputs are on and the B outputs are muted. This allows the easy checking of a computer DAW mix on two different sets of monitors.
21Monitor Level
Use this control to set the listening level in your control room monitors. The optimum setting for this control is 12:00, so monitor amplifier levels (or powered monitor levels) should be adjusted with this knob at 12:00. There is an additional 17 dB of gain available on this pot at the max position.
22Phantom Power
This Switch 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.
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