Peavey PV 8 User Manual

PV®8

Compact Mixer Operations Guide

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PV®8Compact Mixer

Description

Congratulations on purchasing the Peavey PV8 compact mixer. The PV8 is a studio-quality mixing console designed to meet diverse needs while occupying only 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

➡ Four XLR Mic inputs

➡ Two stereo channels with RCA and 1⁄4" inputs

➡ Three-band channel EQ

➡ A/B stereo input selector reduces patching

➡ Inserts on all mono channels

➡ Clip LEDs that thoroughly monitor clipping

➡ 48V phantom power switch

➡ Effects send on every channel with stereo return

➡ Monitor send on every channel

➡ Zero latency record monitoring capabilities

➡ Control room output with level control

➡ Contour control switch

➡ 80 Hz low-cut switch

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Gain (1)

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 (9) set to 0. If the clip LED comes on and remains lit, try reducing

the gain.

Hi EQ (2)

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

Mid EQ (3)

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

Low EQ (4)

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.

MON Send (5)

This control adjusts the level of the channel signal sent to the monitor output. The signal is taken before the channel level control but after the channel EQ.

EFX Send (6)

This control adjusts the level of the channel signal added to the effects mix. The effects send signal is taken after the channel level controls (9) so that adjustments made to the level control will also affect the send level.

Pan (7)

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. On stereo channels 5/6 and 7/8, this control functions as a balance control to adjust the relative level of the left and right signals.

Clip LED (8)

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 lights, roughly 3 dB of headroom remain.

Level (9)

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

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Phantom Power LED (10)

This LED lights when the Phantom Power Switch (11) has been engaged.

Phantom Power Switch (11)

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 (10) indicates when phantom power is on.

EFX/Return (12)

The EFX/Return Level Control adjusts the level sent to the Left/Right main bus from the return inputs (30).

Tape To CTRL/HP (13)

Depressing this switch adds the tape return to the Control Room (32) and Headphone Outputs (20) for zero latency monitoring.

Tape to Mix (14)

Depressing this switch routes the signal from the Tape Inputs (38) to the Main Outputs (31).

Power LED (15)

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

MON Send Master (16)

This is the master output level control for the monitor mix. The output level sent to the Monitor Send jack (33) is controlled by the channel monitor send controls (5) and by this master control.

EFX Send Master (17)

This is the master output level control for the EFX mix. The output level sent to the EFX Send jack is controlled by the channel level controls (9), the channel EFX send controls (6) and by this master control.

Contour Switch (18)

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 (19)

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

will remove those frequencies from the system and restore power to where it’s needed.

Headphone Output (20)

The Headphone Output is a

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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.

Mic (XLR) Inputs (24)

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 (25)

⁄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.

Insert (26)

⁄4” TRS Connector allows external signal processors to be inserted into the channel signal path. Tip=Send;

Ring=Return; Sleeve=Ground.

Stereo (1⁄4") Inputs (27)

These 1⁄4" unbalanced inputs work as a stereo line input using both jacks or as a mono input if the connection is made to the Left/Mono input only. The A/B input selector must be in the "A" position for these jacks to be active.

RCA Inputs (28)

These RCA inputs work as stereo line inputs. The A/B input selector must be in the "B" position for these jacks to be active.

A/B Switch (29)

The A/B input selector switch expands the capability of the PV®8 mixer by allowing two stereo sources to be connected to each stereo line input. Instead of re-patching, the switch selects which input jacks are active.

Headphone Level (21)

This knob sets the headphone and control room output levels. 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 (13) is engaged‚ the tape signal is also included.

LED Meters (22)

Two six-segment LED arrays are provided to monitor the levels of the main Left/Right outputs. These meters range from -20 dB to +19 dB. 0 dB on the meter corresponds to +4 dBu at the outputs.

Master Level Fader (23)

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.

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EFX Return (30)

The EFX Return inputs (Left/Mono‚ Right) feature two 1⁄4" TS jacks. These inputs 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).

Left/Right Outputs (31)

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.

Control Room Outputs (32)

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 (21).

MON Send (33)

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

EFX Send (34)

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 and by the EFX Master Control.

Power Adapter Input (35)

Use to connect the included power supply. Be sure the power supply is connected to the PV®8 before connecting to a power source. Use 16 VAC 1 A adapter only.

Note: Replace only with Peavey part number 70902571 for Domestic or 70902572 for Export.

Power Switch (36)

Depressing the power switch supplies power to the unit.

Tape In/Out (38 & 37)

The tape input jacks are designed to accommodate tape‚ CD or computer sound card output levels. The output 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 (14). The tape input can also be used to monitor the recorder/sound card output without the risk of feedback.

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TAPE -L/R SELECT

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LINE

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XLR

LEVEL

EFX RETURN

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RIGHT

TAPE OUTPUT

HEADPHONES

CONTROL ROOM

TAPE TO MIX

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MAIN OUTPUTS

TAPE INPUT

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CONTROL ROOM

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Function

Microphone (150 Ohms)

Line (10 k Ohms)

Stereo Line Input

Aux Returns

Tape

Input Z

(Ohms min)

2.2 k

10 k

Input Gain Setting

Max Gain (63 dB)

Min Gain (10 dB)

Max Gain (43 dB)

Min Gain (-10 dB)

Max Gain (20 dB)

Nominal

N/A (0 dB)

N/A (10 dB)

Nominal*

-59 dBu

-6 dBu

-39 dBu

+14 dBu

+16 dBu

-2 dBu

+4 dBu

-10 dBV

Max

-41 dBu

+12 dBu

-21 dBu

+32 dBu

+2 dBu

+16 dBu

+22 dBu

+12 dBu

Bal/Unbal

Bal

Unbal

Connector

XLR Pin 1 Gnd Pin 2 (+)‚ Pin 3 (-1)

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

⁄4" TS; Tip (+)‚ Sleeve Ground

⁄4" TRS; Tip (+)‚ Sleeve Ground

RCA Phono

Input Levels

Min**

-83 dBu

-30 dBu

-63 dBu

-10 dBu

-40 dBu

-26 dBu

-17 dBu

Function

Main Left/Right

Effects and Monitor Sends

Headphone

Tape

Min Load Z

(Ohms)

600

2.2 k

Nominal

+4 dBu

+4 dBu (no load)

+4 dBu

Max

+22 dBu

Bal/Unbal

Bal

Unbal

Connector

⁄4" TRS: Tip (+), Ring (-),

Sleeve Ground

⁄4" TS, Tip (+)‚ Sleeve Ground

⁄4" TRS; Tip Left‚ Ring Right‚

Sleeve Ground

RCA Phono

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)

Inputs

Outputs

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: Off to +20 dB

Stereo Line Input to Left/Right Output 44 dB (max gain)

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

Output

Master Left/Right

Monitor Send

Effects Sends

Residual Noise

-98 dBu

-90 dBu

-84 dBu

-103 dBu

-84 dBu

-103 dBu

-84 dBu

S/N Ratio (Ref: +4 dBu)

102 dB

94 dB

90 dB

107 dB

88 dB

107 dB

88 dB

Test Conditions

Master Fader Down‚ Channel Levels Down

Master Fader Nominal‚ Channel Levels Down

All controls nominal‚ mic gain minimum

All controls off

All channel sends nominal, masters nominal

All controls off

All channel sends nominal, masters nominal

(Hum and noise measurements: 22 Hz to 22 kHz BW)

Frequency Response

Mic Input to Left/Right Output 14 Hz to 25 kHz +0 dB/-1 dB

Total Harmonic Distortion

<0.01% 20 Hz to 20 kHz Mic to Left/Right Output (10 Hz to 80 kHz BW) <0.005% Typical <0.0007% Mic Pre-amp Distortion

Equivalent Input Noise (EIN)

-129 dBu (input terminated with 150 Ohms)

Crosstalk

>80 dB Adjacent Input Channels (1 kHz) >75 dB Left to Right Outputs (1 kHz)

Common Mode Rejection Ratio (Mic Input)

50 dB minimum (20 Hz to 20 kHz) 70 dB typical @ 1 kHz

Meters

6 segment, peak reading (0 dB = +4 dBu)

Signal/Overload Indicators

Red LED lights 3 dB below clipping

Dimensions

9.32" (23.7 cm) wide x 11.625" (29.5 cm) deep x 2.76" (7.0 cm) high

Weight

Without power supply: 5.7 lbs. (2.58 kg) With power supply: 7 lbs. (3.17 kg)

Power Requirements

Domestic: 16 VAC 60 Hz; 12 Watts nominal

Hum and Noise

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