Phonic AM440, AM440D, AM440DP, AM440W User Manual
AM440
AM440D
AM440DP
AM440W
AM440DP
User's Manual
Manual del Usuario
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AM440
AM440D
AM440DP
AM440W
COMPACT MIXERS
ENGLISH ........................................I
ESPAÑOL ....................................II
APPENDIX .....................................III
V1.0 05/02/2014
USER'S MANUAL
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION...................................................................1
FEATURES.............................................................................1
AM440DP USB PLAYER..........................................................1
AM440W BLUETOOTH SETUP..............................................1
INSTANT SETUP...................................................1
MAKING CONNECTIONS......................................................2
CONTROLS AND SETTINGS.................................................3
SPECIFICATIONS................................................................5
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APPENDIX
DIGITAL EFFECTS TABLE......................................................1
APPLICATION......................................................................2
DIMENSION...........................................................................3
BLOCK DIAGRAMS................................................................4
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document without prior notice.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashingand that no objects with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus. The MAINS plug is used as thedisconnect device,the disconnect device shall
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remain readily operable.
Warning: the user shall not place this apparatus in the area during theoperation so that the mains switch
can be easily accessible.
1. Read these instructions before operating this
apparatus.
2. Keep these instructions for future reference.
3. Heed all warnings to ensure safe operation.
4. Follow all instructions provided in this document.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water or in locations
where condensation may occur.
6. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not use aerosol or liquid
cleaners. Unplug this apparatus before cleaning.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install
in accordance with the manufacturer
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
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 prong. The wide
blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not into your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL
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equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of or electric shock, do
not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
presence of uninsulated
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magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is in-
tended to alert the user to the presence of important operat-
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accompanying the appliance.
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dangerous voltage”within the
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plug, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories by the
manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table 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 tipover.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lighting
storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to 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.
CAUTION: Use of controls or
adjustments or performance
of procedures other than those may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing one of Phonic’s many quality compact
mixers. The AM440, AM440D, AM440DP and AM440W compact
mixers – designed by the ingenious engineers that have created
a variety of mixers fantastic in style and performance in the past
– displays similar prociency that previous Phonic products have
shown; with more than a few renements, of course. The AM
series features full gain ranges, amazingly low distortion levels,
and incredibly wide dynamic ranges, just showing the dominance
these small machines will have in the mixing World.
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 nd important facts and
gures on the set up, use and applications of your brand new
mixer. If you do happen to be one of the many people who atly
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 nd,
because chances are there’s something you missed the rst time
around.
FEATURES
● Audiophile-quality & ultra low noise circuitry
● 4 mono mic/line channels and two stereo channels
● EFX/AUX send on each channel
● 75Hz low-cut lter on mono channel
● 3-band EQ on each channel
● +48V phantom power on mic channels
● EFX/AUX send cue for monitoring individual channel
● Balanced TRS outputs
AM440D, AM440DP and AM440W also feature:
● 32/40-bit digital stereo effect processor with 16 programs
and one main parameter control
● Separate EFX route control
AM440DP also features:
● Audio playback from USB ash drives
AM440W also features:
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Bluetooth-enabled for receiving audio from all modern
Bluetooth-enabled cell phones, tablets and computers
AM440DP USB PLAYER
1. Power on the device.
2. Insert an appropriately formatted (FAT32) USB ash drive.
3. Press the PLAY button to play the current track, or the <<
and >> buttons to skip forward and backwards between
tracks.
4. The AM440DP can playback MP3 and WMA les.
5. Use the level control for channel 7/8 to adjust the USB
player’s volume.
6. Press the STOP/MENU button to access the File Browser
(Folders) and Repeat Mode functions.
Folders – Freely navigate songs in each folder on USB ash
disc using the << and >> buttons. Press PLAY button to select,
press MENU button to go back.
Repeat Mode – There 4 repeat modes available.
No Repeat – Play each le in the current folder or root for
once.
Repeat One – Continuously repeat selected song.
Repeat Folder – Continuously repeat all the song in the
certain folder or root.
Random – Enables random playback of les in current folder
or root.
AM440W BLUETOOTH SETUP
1. Push the Bluetooth button to turn the Bluetooth on
2. Enter your laptop, cell phone or tablet’s Bluetooth setup
options to nd the “Phonic.BT” Bluetooth device.
3. If requested, the password for the AM440W’s Bluetooth
function is 0000. A lot of modern smartphones will enter this
as the default password.
4. Audio signals received through the Bluetooth interface will
be routed to channels 11/12 on the mixer.
5. To reset the connection, turn your laptop, cell phone or
tablet’s Bluetooth connection off and then on again.
6. When using cell phones and tablets, it may be an idea to
turn “Airplane Mode” or “Flight Mode” on to stop phone calls
or push notications from interrupting your audio.
Note: Not all modern Bluetooth-enabled devices allow for use of external
audio playback. In the case of laptops in particular, Bluetooth may be
used for data transmission only - depending on the model. This is a
limitation of these devices and you will not be able to use the AM440W’s
Bluetooth function with these devices.
GETTING STARTED
1. Ensure all power is turned off on your mixer. To totally
ensure this, the power supply 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 using the channel setup
instructions.
3. Plug any necessary equipment into the device’s various
outputs. This could include ampliers and speakers,
monitors, signal processors, and/or recording devices.
4. Plug the supplied power cable into the inlet on the back of
the device and then into a power outlet of a suitable voltage.
5. 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 or down as far as they will go.
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. Set the level control of the channel you are setting to the 0
dB mark.
4. 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.
5. Set the gain so the Level Meter indicates the audio level is
around 0 dB.
6. This channel is now ready to be used; you can stop making
the audio signal.
7. You can repeat the same process for other channels.
Or not, it’s your call.
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MAKING CONNECTIONS
Inputs and Outputs
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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 preampliers, serving for crystal clear sound
replication. AM440 mixers feature four 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.
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.
6. Main L and R Outputs
These two ports will output the nal stereo balanced 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 ampliers (and in-turn, a pair of speakers),
other mixers, as well as a wide range of other possible signal
processors (equalizers, crossovers, etcetera).
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7. Control Room Outputs
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
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the audio signal from within a booth, among other possible uses.
These outputs are not included on the AM440DP.
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3. Stereo Channels
The AM440 mixers features two stereo channels, thrown in for
maximum exibility. Each of these stereo channels features two
1/4” TRS phone jacks, for the addition of various line level input
devices, such as electronic keyboards, guitars and external signal
processors or mixers. These 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 be duplicated to the
Right input due to the miracle of jack normalizing. This does not
work in reverse, however.
4. EFX Send
These 1/4” TS outputs may be used to connect to an external
digital effect processor, or even to an amplier and speakers
(depending on your desired settings), to the mixer. The signal
sent from these outputs is fed from the Digital Effect Processor.
5. 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 / Submix control.
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8. Record Out
These outputs will accommodate RCA cables, able to be fed to
a variety of recording devices. such as MD players, and even
laptop computers, ensuring total control over recording quality.
9. 2T Return
These RCA stereo inputs are used to connect the mixer with
external devices, such as tape and CD players, or even laptop
computers, receiving a signal from another source and feeding
it to the Main L-R mixing bus. These inputs are not included on
the AM440DP.
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10. Power Connector
This port is for the addition of a power cable and supply, allowing
power to be supplied to the mixer. Please use the power adaptor
that is included with this mixer only.
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CONTROLS AND SETTINGS
Channel Controls
11. Line/Mic Gain Control
This controls the sensitivity of the input signal of the Line/Microphone input. The gain 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. All 4 mono
channels feature this control.
12. 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.
13. Middle Frequency Control
This control is used to provide a peaking
style of boost and cut to the level of middle
frequency (2.5 kHz) sounds at a range of
±15 dB. Changing middle frequencies of an
audio feed can be rather difcult when used
in a professional audio mix, as it is usually
more desirable to cut middle frequency
sounds rather than boost them, thereby
soothing overly harsh vocal and instrument
sounds in the audio.
14. Low Frequency Control
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.
15. Low Cut Filter (75 Hz)
This button, located on channels 1 through to 4, will activate a
low-cut / high-pass lter that reduces all frequencies below 75
Hz at 18 dB per Octave, helping to remove any unwanted ground
noise or stage rumble.
16. AUX/EFX Control
The AUX or EFX control alters the signal level that is sent to
the AUX/EFX mix. In the case of the AM440D, AM440W and
AM440DP, this signal makes its way to the built-in Digital Effects
Processor and is in-turn sent through the EFX send output.
These controls are pre-fader, therefore any changes made to the
corresponding channel level controls are not applied to the AUX
or EFX signals.
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19. 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
only, if at all. This will ensure a greater dynamic range of audio.
20. +4 / -10 Switch
This button, located on all stereo channels,
is used adjust the input sensitivity of the
corresponding channels, which will adapt
the AM440 mixers to external devices
which may use different operating levels.
If the input source is -10 dBV (consumer
audio level), it is best to engage the switch,
allowing the signal to be heard. The +4
dBu level is suitable for Professional Audio
signals, which are considerably higher than the consumer level.
However, 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 the input
signal is obviously too low).
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Digital Effect Section (‘D’ and ‘W” models)
21. Program Control
This rotary control allows users to select
the digital effect program of your choice.
There are 16 points on the rotary control,
each of which corresponds with an effect
type. See the digital effect table for more
information.
22. Parameter Control
Turning this control will adjust the one main
parameter of the selected effect. Each
effect’s parameter can be found on the
digital effect table.
23. EFX “to Main” Control
This will adjust the level of the Digital Effect signal that will be
sent to the Main left and right mixing bus to be applied to your
main feed.
24. EFX “to Ctrl” / EFX “to Phone” Button
On the AM440D and AM440W, this button is pushed to allow the
signal from the Digital Effect processor to be sent to the Control
Room outputs for monitoring purposes. This same button on the
AM440DP will send the effect signal to the headphones mix only.
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17. 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 increase the left or right audio signals
accordingly (balance).
18. Level Control
This rotary control will alter the signal level
that is sent from the corresponding channel
to the main mixing bus.
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25. 2T Return Routing Buttons
These two buttons allow users to decide the destination of the
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signal received by the RCA 2T Return inputs. The “to Main”
button sends the signal to the main mix, whereas the “to Ctrl Rm”
sends the signal to the Control Room mixing bus for monitoring.
These buttons are not featured on the AM440DP.
31. AUX Send Control (AM440 only)
This control adjusts the nal level of the AUX
mixing bus (as taken from the AUX controls on
each channel strip), the audio of which is sent
to the AUX Send output (and sent to the Control
Room/Phones output when the AUX to Ctrl
button is engaged).
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26. Phones / Control Room Control
This control is used to adjust the audio level of the Control
Room feed, which is sent to both the Control Room outputs
(for monitoring, acting as side ll or other purposes) and
Phones outputs (to be used in conjunction with headphones
for monitoring). The AM440DP features a Phones control that
adjusts the output level to the headphones jack only.
27. Phantom Power Switch and Indicator
When this switch is in the on position, it activates +48V of
phantom power for all microphone inputs, allowing condenser
microphones (well, the ones that don’t use batteries) to be used on
these channels. Activating Phantom Power will be accompanied
by an illuminated LED. Before turning Phantom Power on, turn
all level controls to a minimum to avoid the possibility of a ghastly
popping sound from the speakers.
NB. Phantom Power should be used in conjunction with balanced
microphones. When Phantom Power is engaged, single ended
(unbalanced) microphones and instruments should not be used on the
Mic inputs. Phantom Power will not cause damage to most dynamic
microphones, however if unsure, the microphone’s user manual should
be consulted.
28. Power Indicator
The Power Indicator will light up when the power of the mixer is
on.
29. Level Meter
The AM’s stereo 4-segment level meter gives 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 to a level slightly below that which
would cause the Peak LED to light up. This will help you get the
most out of your audio without causing any distortion.
30. Main L-R Control
This 60mm fader is nal level control for the main left and right
audio feed, sent to the Main L and R outputs.
32. AUX “to Ctrl” Button (AM440 only)
When this button is activated, the AUX send
signal (the level of which is decided by the AUX
send control) will be sent to the Control Room
mixing bus for monitoring purposes.
33. Bluetooth Button (AM440W only)
This button essentially mutes the audio
received by the Bluetooth receiver. When
Bluetooth signals are not muted, they
will be received by channel 11/12 on the
AM440W mixer.
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USB Player AM440DP
34. USB Connector
Connect your USB ash drive to this input. Once a drive is
connected, the les will initiate and the rst track will appear
paused on screen. Phonic recommends that users format their
USB ash drives using a FAT-32 le system.
35. USB Player Display
This will display the track number of the currently selected/
playing track and the time played.
36. Play / Pause Button
This button will allow users to play and pause les from the
inserted USB ash drive.
37. Back / Skip Buttons
These buttons are used to skip back and forth between tracks.
Pushing and holding one of these buttons will allow you to skip
forwards and backwards within the track.
38. Stop / Menu Button
Push this button to stop the currently playing track. Push again to
access the USB player’s main menu (to adjust folder and repeat
options). For more information, see page 1.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model Name AM440 AM440D AM440W AM440DP
Inputs
Total Channels 8 8 8 6
Balanced Mono Mic / Line Channel 4 4 4 4
Balanced Stereo Line Channel 4 4 4 2
2T Input Stereo RCA Stereo RCA Stereo RCA -
Outputs
Main L/R Stereo 2 x 1/4” TRS, Bal. 2 x 1/4” TRS, Bal. 2 x 1/4” TRS, Bal. 2 x 1/4” TRS, Bal.
Rec Out Stereo RCA Stereo RCA Stereo RCA Stereo RCA
CTRL RM L/R 2 x 1/4” TS 2 x 1/4” TS 2 x 1/4” TS N/A
Phones 1 1 1 1
Channel Strips 6 6 6 6
EFX Send 1 2 2 1
Pan/Balance Control Yes Yes Yes Yes
Volume Controls Rotary Rotary Rotary Rotary
Master Section
Phones Level Control Yes Yes Yes Yes
Main L/R Level Control
Level Meter 2 x 4-segment 2 x 4-segment 2 x 4-segment 2 x 4-segment
Phantom Power Supply +48VDC +48VDC +48VDC +48VDC
USB Playback - - - MP3 & WMA
Maximum Playback Bitrate - - - 320 kbit/second
Bluetooth Audio DAC - -
Frequency Response (Mic input to any output)
20Hz ~ 60KHz +0/-1 dB +0/-1 dB +0/-1 dB +0/-1 dB
20Hz ~ 100KHz +0/-3 dB +0/-3 dB +0/-3 dB +0/-3 dB
Crosstalk (1KHz @ 0dBu, 20Hz to 20KHz bandwidth, channel in to main L/R outputs)
Channel fader down, other channels at unity <-90 dB <-90 dB <-90 dB <-90 dB
Noise (20Hz~20KHz; measured at main output, Channels 1-4 unit gain;EQ at; all channels on main mix; channels 1/3 as far left as possible, channels 2/4
as far right as possible. Reference=+6dBu)
Master @ unity, channel fader down -86.5 dBu -86.5 dBu -86.5 dBu -86.5 dBu
Master @ unity, channel fader @ unity -84 dBu -84 dBu -84 dBu -84 dBu
S/N ratio, ref to +4 >90 dB >90 dB >90 dB >90 dB
Microphone Preamp E.I.N.
(150 ohms terminated, max gain)
THD (Any output, 1KHz @ +14dBu, 20Hz to
20KHz, channel inputs)
CMRR (1 KHz @ -60dBu, Gain at maximum) 80 dB 80 dB 80 dB 80 dB
Maximum Level
Mic Preamp Input +10 dBu +10 dBu +10 dBu +10 dBu
All Other Input +22 dBu +22 dBu +22 dBu +22 dBu
Balanced Output +28 dBu +28 dBu +28 dBu +28 dBu
Impedance
Mic Preamp Input 2 K ohms 2 K ohms 2 K ohms 2 K ohms
All Other Input (except insert) 10 K ohms 10 K ohms 10 K ohms 10 K ohms
RCA 2T Output 1.1 K ohms 1.1 K ohms 1.1 K ohms 1.1 K ohms
Equalization 3-band, +/-15 dB 3-band, +/-15 dB 3-band, +/-15 dB 3-band, +/-15 dB
Low EQ 80 Hz 80 Hz 80 Hz 80 Hz
Mid EQ 2.5 KHz 2.5 KHz 2.5 KHz 2.5 KHz
Hi EQ 12 KHz 12 KHz 12 KHz 12 KHz
Low Cut Filter 75Hz (-18dB/oct) 75Hz (-18dB/oct) 75Hz (-18dB/oct) 75Hz (-18dB/oct)
Effect Processor - 16 Effects 16 Effects 16 Effects
Power Requirement
(external power supply, depends on region)
Weight 1.7kg (3.75 lbs) 1.72 kg (3.78 lbs) 1.72 kg (3.78 lbs) 1.72 kg (3.78 lbs)
Dimensions (WxHxD)
Main L/R,
60mm fader
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<0.005% <0.005% <0.005% <0.005%
100VAC, 120VAC,
220~240VAC, 50/60Hz
242 x 55 x 225mm 242 x 55 x 225mm 242 x 55 x 225mm 242 x 55 x 225mm
(9.5” x 2.16” x 8.86”) (9.5” x 2.16” x 8.86”) (9.5” x 2.16” x 8.86”) (9.5” x 2.16” x 8.86”)
Main L/R,
60mm fader
100VAC, 120VAC,
220~240VAC, 50/60Hz
Main L/R,
60mm fader
Bluetooth 3.0 + EDR
compliant (> 90dB SNR)
100VAC, 120VAC,
220~240VAC, 50/60Hz
Main L/R,
60mm fader
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100VAC, 120VAC,
220~240VAC, 50/60Hz
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