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2AM55/AM85/AM105/AM105FX/AM125/AM125FX
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on purchasing one of Phonic’s many quality
compact mixers. The entire AM series of mixers – designed
by the ingenious engineers that have created a variety of
mixers fantastic in style and performance in the past – displays
similar proficiency that previous Phonic products have shown;
with more than a few refinements, of course. The AM series
features full gain ranges, amazingly low distortion levels, +22
dBu line signal handling, and incredibly wide dynamic ranges,
just showing the dominance these small machines will have in
the studio or live venues.
We know how eager you are to get started – wanting to get
the mixer out and hook it all up is probably your number one
priority right now – but before you do, we strongly urge you to
take a look through this manual. Inside, you will find important
facts and figures on the set up, use and applications of your
brand new mixer. If you do happen to be one of the many
people who flatly refuse to read user manuals, then we just
urge you to at least glance at the Instant Setup section. After
glancing at or reading through the manual (we applaud you if
you do read the entire manual), please store it in a place that
is easy for you to find, because chances are there’s something
you missed the first time around.
FEATURES
AM55
z Audiophile-quality mic preamps & ultra low noise
z 1 mic/line and 2 stereo channels
z 2-Band EQ on mono input channel
z 2T RTN & 2T REC for CD or tape recorder
z Dual 4-segment master level meter
z Headphones output with volume control
z Peak LED on mono input channel
z Balanced master output
AM85
z Audiophile-quality & ultra low noise
z Two balanced Mic/Line inputs with 3-band EQ
z Two stereo inputs with 3-band EQ
z One stereo aux return
z Post-fader EFX send on every input
z Global +48V phantom power
z Peak and VU Metering
z Peak indicators on each mono input channel
z 2T RTN assignable individually to Main or Control room
z Balanced master output
AM105
z Audiophile-quality & ultra low noise
z Two balanced Mic/Line inputs with 3-band EQ and low cut
z Four stereo inputs with +4/-10 select button
z Post-fader AUX send on every input
z Global +48V Phantom Power
z CTRL RM and headphones outputs
z Peak indicators on each mono input channel
z Convenient RCA stereo I/O
z Balanced master output
AM105FX
z Audiophile-quality & ultra low noise circuitry
z Two balanced Mic/Line inputs with 3-band EQ and low cut
z Four stereo inputs with +4/-10 select button
z Post-fader AUX send on every input
z Global +48V Phantom Power
z CTRL RM and headphones outputs
z Peak indicators on each mono input channel
z Convenient RCA stereo I/O
z Variable delay effect with variation control
z Balanced master output
AM125
z Audiophile-Quality & ultra low noise
z 4 mono mic/line channels
z 4 stereo channels
z AUX sends on each channel
z 75Hz low-cut filter on mono channel
z 3-band EQ on each mono channel
z +48V phantom power on mic channels
z Control room/Phones source matrix for maximum monitor
flexibility
z AUX send cue for monitoring individual channel
z Balanced TRS output
AM125FX
z Audiophile-Quality & ultra low noise
z 4 mono mic/line channels
z 4 stereo channels
z AUX sends on each channel
z 75Hz low-cut filter on mono channel
z 3-band EQ on each mono channel
z +48V phantom power on mic channels
z Control room/Phones source matrix for maximum monitor
flexibility
z AUX send cue for monitoring individual channel
z Variable delay effect with variation control
z Balanced TRS output
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INSTANT SETUP
Getting Started
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1. Ensure all power is turned off on your mixer. To totally ensure
this, the AC cable should not be connected to the unit.
2. All faders and level controls should be set at the lowest
level and all channels switched off to ensure no sound is
inadvertently sent through the outputs when the device is
switched on. All levels can be altered to acceptable degrees
after the device is turned on.
3. Plug all necessary instruments and equipment into the
device’s various inputs as required. This may include line
signal devices, such as keyboards and drum machines, as
well as microphones and/or guitars, keyboards, etc.
4. Plug any necessary equipment into the device’s various
outputs. This could include amplifiers and speakers,
monitors, signal processors, and/or recording devices.
5. Plug the supplied AC power supply into the inlet on the
rear of the device and then into a power outlet of a suitable
voltage.
6. Turn the power switch on and follow the channel setup
instructions to get the most out of your equipment.
Channel Setup
1. To ensure the correct audio level of the input channel is
selected, each of the level input controls of the Mixer should
be turned counterclockwise as far as they will turn (which
should be the -∞ mark).
2. No input other than the one being set should have any
device plugged in. This will ensure the purest signal is used
when setting channels.
3. Ensure the channel has a signal sent to it similar to the
signal that will be sent when in common use. For example, if
the channel is using a microphone, then you should speak or
sing at the same level the performer normally would during a
performance; if a guitar is plugged into the channel, then the
guitar should also be strummed as it normally would be (and
so on). This ensures levels are completely accurate and
avoids having to reset them later.
4. Set the gain so the level meter indicates the audio level is
around 0 dB.
5. This channel is now ready to be used; you can stop making
the audio signal.
6. You can repeat the same process for other channels.
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MAKING CONNECTIONS
Inputs and Outputs
1. XLR Microphone Jacks
These jacks accept typical 3-pin XLR inputs
for balanced and unbalanced signals. They
can be used in conjunction with microphones
– such as professional condenser, dynamic
or ribbon microphones – with standard XLR
male connectors, and feature low noise
preamplifiers, serving for crystal clear sound
replication. With exception to the AM55, each
of the AM series mixers features two standard XLR microphone
inputs for your convenience.
NB. When these inputs are used with condenser microphones, the
Phantom Power should be activated. However, when Phantom Power
button is engaged, single ended (unbalanced) microphones and
instruments should not be used on the Mic inputs unless specifically
approved by the microphone manufacturer.
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6. AUX/EFX Send (AM85, AM105, AM105FX, AM125
and AM125FX only)
These 1/4” TS outputs may be used to connect to an external
digital effect processor, or even to an amplifier and speakers
(depending on your desired settings) to the mixer. The signal
is taken from the AUX control on each input channel. On the
AM105FX and AM125FX, the signal sent from this output is
taken from the built-in effect engine. This output is only featured
on the AM85, AM105, AM105FX, AM125 and AM125FX mixers;
therefore you shouldn’t go looking for it on the AM55.
7. Phones
This stereo output port is suited for use with headphones, allowing
monitoring of the mix. The audio level of this output is controlled
using the Phones or Phones/Control Room control.
8. 2T Record / Record Out
These outputs will accommodate RCA cables, able to be fed to a
variety of recording devices.
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2. Line Inputs
This input accepts typical 1/4” TRS or TS inputs for balanced or
unbalanced signals. There are various numbers of these inputs
depending which mixer you are using. They can be used in
conjunction with various line level devices, such as keyboards,
drum machines, electric guitars, and a variety of other electric
instruments.
3. Stereo Channels
Each of the AM Mixers feature a few stereo channels, thrown in
for maximum flexibility. Each of these stereo channels features
two 1/4” phone jacks, for the addition of various line level input
devices, such as electronic keyboards, guitars and external
signal processors or mixers. These stereo channels can also be
used as mono channels, where the signal from any 1/4” phone
jack plugged into the left stereo input will cause the signal to
duplicate to the right input also. This does not work in reverse,
however.
4. Main L and R Output
These two ports will output the final stereo line level signal sent
from the main mixing bus. The primary purpose of these jacks is
to send the main output to external devices, which may include
power amplifiers (and in-turn, a pair of speakers), other mixers,
as well as a wide range of other possible signal processors
(equalizers, crossovers, etcetera).
5. Stereo AUX Return (AM85 only)
These 1/4” TS inputs are for the return of audio to
the AM85 mixer, processed by an external signal
processor. If really needed, they can also be used
as additional inputs, with a level control located on
the face of the mixer. The Stereo AUX Return can
also accept mono signals. Like with the stereo input channels,
these inputs can be used as mono channels by plugging the 1/4”
phone plug of any mono device into the Stereo AUX return’s left
input.
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9. 2T Return
These RCA inputs are used to connect the
mixer with parallel external devices, such
as sub mixers or external effect processors,
receiving the processed signal from another
source and feeding it to either the Main L
and R or the Phones mixing bus.
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10. Control Room Outputs (AM85, AM105, AM105FX,
AM125 and AM125FX only)
These two 1/4” phone jack outputs feed the signal altered by the
Control Room/Phones level control on the face of the mixer. This
output has extensive use, as it can be used to feed the signal
from the mixer to an active monitor, for the monitoring of the
audio signal from within a booth, or, alternatively, for the addition
of external signal processing devices or mixers, as well as acting
as a “side fill” output, supplying audio to indoor areas that the
main speakers do not reach. This output is featured on the AM85,
AM105, AM105FX, AM125 and AM125FX mixers only.
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Rear Panel
17. AUX/EFX Control (AM85, AM105,
AM105FX, AM125 and AM125FX
11. Power Connector
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This port is for the addition of the external power
supply, allowing power to be supplied to the mixer.
Please use the power supply unit that is included
the mixer only.
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CONTROLS AND SETTINGS
Channel Controls
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These controls alter the signal level that is
sent to the AUX or EFX Sends, which can
be used in conjunction with external signal
processors, or simply as an auxiliary output
for any means required. On the AM105FX
and AM125FX, the EFX control is used
to alter the signal level that is sent to the
internal effects mix.
12. Line/Mic Gain Control
This controls the sensitivity of the inputsignal
of the Line/Microphone input. The gain
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should be adjusted to a level that allows
the maximum use of the audio, while still
maintaining the quality of the feed. This can
be accomplished by adjusting it to a level
that will allow the peak indicator occasionally
illuminate. The AM55 features a single gain
control for channel 1, located on the face of
the mixer, whereas the AM85, AM105 and AM105FX all feature
gain controls on both channels 1 and 2, located directly below
the Line inputs. The AM125 and AM125FX feature gain controls
channels 1 through 4.
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13. High Frequency Control
This control is used to give a shelving boost or cut of ±15 dB to
high frequency (12 kHz) sounds. This will adjust the amount of
treble included in the audio of the channel, adding strength and
crispness to sounds such as guitars, cymbals, and synthesizers.
This button will activate a high pass filter that reduces all
frequencies below 75 Hz at 18 dB per octave, helping to remove
any unwanted ground noise or stage rumble. This button can
be found on mono channels of the AM85, AM105, AM105FX,
AM125 and AM125FX only.
15. Middle Frequency Control (AM85, AM105 and
AM105FX only)
This control is used to provide a peaking style of boost and cut
to the level of middle frequency sounds at a range of ±15 dB.
Changing middle frequencies of an audio feed can be rather
difficult when used in a professional audio mix, as it is usually
more desirable to cut middle frequency sounds rather than boost
them – soothing overly harsh vocal and instrument sounds in
the audio.
This switch is used adjust the inputsensitivity
of the corresponding channels, which will
adapt the mixer to external devices which
may use different operating levels. If the
inputsource is -10 dBV, it is best to engage
the switch, allowing the signal to be heard.
The +4 dBu mode is suitable for use with professional audio level
signals, which are considerably higher than the consumer level.
If you are unsure of the source’s operating level, we suggest
leaving the switch disengaged until you test the source’s signal.
You can then engage if necessary (if the level of input is obviously
too low).
19. Pan / Balance Controls
This alternates the degree or level of audio that the left and right
side of the main mix should receive. On mono channels, this
control will adjust the level that the left and right should receive
(pan), where as on a stereo channel, adjusting the BAL control
will attenuate the left or right audio signals accordingly (balance).
Each model features a PAN or BAL control on every one of their
channel strips.
20. Peak Indicator
This LED indicator will illuminate when the device hits high peaks,
6 dB before overload occurs. It is best to adjust the gain of the
channel so that the PEAK indicator lights up on intervals. This
will ensure a greater dynamic range of audio. The Peak indicator
is featured on the mono channels of every model.
21. Level Control
This control will alter the signal level that is sent from the
corresponding channel to the main mixing bus.
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This control is used to give a shelving boost or cut of ±15 dB
to low frequency (80 Hz) sounds. This will adjust the amount of
bass included in the audio of the channel, and bring more warmth
and punch to drums and bass guitars.
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Effects Section
22. Effects On Button (AM105FX and AM125FX only)
Pushing this button will turn the built-in effect processor on and
off.
23. Variation Control (AM105FX and AM125FX only)
This LED indicator will illuminate when the EFX signal hits high
peaks, just before overload occurs. It is best to adjust the EFX
to Main control so as to ensure the Peak indicator does not light
up.
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Master Section
24. 2T Return Controls
Pushing either one of the buttons in the 2T Return Control
Section selects the destination of the 2T Return signal. The
uppermost button (“to L/R”) sends the signal to the Main L-R
mixing bus, whereas the lower button (either “to Phones” or
“to Ctrl Rm”) sends the signal to the Phones or Control Room/
Phones mixing bus, respectively. These buttons can, of course,
be used simultaneously, feeding the signal to both the Control
Room/Phones and Main L/R mixing bus. If the “to Phones” or “to
Ctrl Rm” buttons are not engaged, the Phones and Control Room
outputs will receive the Main L-R signal.
29. Main L/R Control
This control is final level control for the main left and right audio
feed, sent to the Main L and R output.
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30. Level Meter
The AM series’ 4-segment level meters give an accurate
indication of when audio levels of the MAIN L/R output reach
certain levels. It is suggested for the maximum use of audio to
set the various levels controls so that the peak light flashes only
on occasionally (and perhaps it is better if to leave it a pinch
below this level).
25. AUX / EFX Send Control (AM125 and
AM125FX only)
This control adjusts the level of signal, taken from
each individual channel’s AUX controls, will be sent
to the AUX send output. In the case of the AM125FX,
the EFX control will adjust the level of signal taken
from the built in effect processor to the EFX send
output.
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26. Phantom Power Switch
When this switch is in the on position it activates +48V of
phantom power for both microphone inputs, allowing condenser
microphones to be used on these channels.
NB. Phantom Power should be used in conjunction with condenser microphones only.
This switch is not featured on the AM 55.However many modern microphones are
unaffected by Phantom Power, so it’s best to consult your mic’s user’s manual for
details.
27. Phones (Control Room/Phones) Control
On the AM55, this control is used to adjust the audio level of the
phones feed, to be sent to the Phones output. It can be used
in conjunction with headphones or, if required, as an auxiliary
output. On the AM85, AM105, AM105FX, AM125 and AM125FX,
however, this control adjusts not only the phones level, but the
signal level sent to the Control Room output also. The Control
Room output is commonly used in monitoring, as a side fill, or for
the addition of other, external devices.
31. Power Indicator
The Power Indicator will light up when the power of the mixer
is on.
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28. AUX/EFX to CTRL Button (AM125 and AM125FX
only)
Pushing this button will send the signal from the AUX or EFX mix
to the Control Room mix. This is useful for monitoring of the EFX
mix or for the tracking of individual instruments.