thomann fun generation USB Mix 3 User Manual

USB Mix 3

mixer

user manual

Musikhaus Thomann

Thomann GmbH

Hans-Thomann-Straße 1

96138 Burgebrach

Germany

Telephone: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Internet: www.thomann.de

10.10.2018, ID: 441263

Table of contents

1 General information................................................................................................................................. 4

1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 5

1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 6

1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 6

2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 8

3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 12

4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 13

5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 15

6 Technical specications....................................................................................................................... 22

7 Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 24

8 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 27

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1 General information

This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read and follow
the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for future reference. Make
sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell the unit please make sure that
the buyer also receives this manual.

Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are subject to
change.

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1.1 Further information

On our website (www.thomann.de) you will nd lots of further information and details on the
following points:

Download This manual is also available as PDF le for you to download.

Keyword search

Use the search function in the electronic version to nd the topics of
interest for you quickly.

Online guides

Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics
and terms.

Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline.

Service

If you have any problems with the device the customer service will
gladly assist you.

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1.2 Notational conventions

This manual uses the following notational conventions:

The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.

Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.

1.3 Symbols and signal words

In this section you will nd an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are
used in this manual.

Letterings

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Signal word Meaning

DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an

immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or
serious injury if it is not avoided.

NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐

sible dangerous situation that can result in material and
environmental damage if it is not avoided.

Warning signs Type of danger

Warning – high-voltage.

Warning – danger zone.

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2 Safety instructions

This device is intended to be used for amplication, mixing and playback of signals from
musical instruments and microphones. Use the device only as described in this user manual.
Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may
result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting
from improper use.

This device may be used only by persons with sucient physical, sensorial, and intellectual
abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this
device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.

Intended use

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DANGER!
Danger for children

Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not
within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!

Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from
the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!

Never let children unattended use electrical devices.

DANGER!
Electric shock caused by high voltages inside

Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never
remove any covers.

There are no user-serviceable parts inside.

Do not use the device if covers, protectors or optical components are missing or
damaged.

Safety

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DANGER!
Electric shock caused by short-circuit

Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a pro‐
tective contact plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so
could result in electric shock/death or re. If in doubt, seek advice from a regis‐
tered electrician.

NOTICE!
Risk of re

Do not block areas of ventilation. Do not install the device near any direct heat
source. Keep the device away from naked ames.

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NOTICE!
Operating conditions

This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never
expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and
strong vibrations.

NOTICE!
External power supply

The device is powered by an external power supply. Before connecting the
external power supply, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the
voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual cur‐
rent circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and pos‐
sibly the user.

Unplug the external power supply before electrical storms occur and when the
device is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or

re.

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3 Features

n 3-channel DJ mixer with USB / MP3 player
n 2 × microphone inputs with talk over (1/4" phone jack)
n 1 × headphones output (stereo, as 1/4" phone jack)
n 1 × master output (RCA sockets)
n 2 × phono / line inputs (RCA sockets)
n 1 × line input (RCA sockets)
n 1 × USB port for playback

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4 Installation

Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep
the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture
during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material
suitable for transport or storage, respectively.

Create all connections while the device is o. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for
all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards.

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Connection options

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5 Connections and controls

Front panel

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1 [CUE SELECT]

Rotary control to select the channel that can be heard through the headphones.

2 [MIC]

Rotary control for adjusting the volume of the microphone input signal.

3 [TALKOVER]

Enables the Talk over function

When the selector switch is moved in the ON position, all other signal sources are attenuated by 12 dB, so that the
microphone is clearly audible. In OFF position, all signals retain their original level.

4 Sliders for adjusting the volume of the respective channel

5 Input source selector switch for the respective channel

6 [POWER]

Main switch. Turns the device on and o. This LED lights up red when the device in switched on.

7 [USB]

Connection for playback via a USB device. Before ejecting, pause USB stick playback or select another playback
source.

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8 Level meter shows the volume of the output channel or the currently selected solo channel.

9 Display of the MP3 player

10

Starts or pauses playback.

11

Selects the next track for playback.

12

Selects the previous track for playback.

13 [EQ]

EQ selection

14 [VOL+]

Increases the volume of the music being played.

15 [VOL-]

Decreases the volume of the music being played.

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16 [PHONES]

Control for adjusting the headphones volume

17 [CROSSFADER]

Control to mix the signals of channel 1 and 2. If the controller is in middle position, both channels can be heard.

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18 [AC 12 V]

Socket for connecting a 12 VAC plug-in power supply.

19 [PHONE]

Monitor output for headphones, designed as 1/4" phone socket (stereo).

20 [OUTPUT]

Master output for connecting an amplier or powered speaker box, designed as RCA sockets

Rear panel

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21 [LINE]

Inputs for line level signals (e.g., CD, DVD, MP3), designed as RCA sockets.

22, 23 [CH 2]

Inputs for phono / line level signals (e.g., turntable, CD, DVD, MP3) for the respective channel, designed as RCA
sockets.

24, 25 Microphone inputs, designed as 1/4" phone jacks.

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6 Technical specications

Inputs Microphone: 1.5 mV

Phono: 3 mV

Line/CD: 150 mV

Outputs Main: 0 dBu / 775 mV / 10 Ω

Phone: 10 dB / 300 mV / 8…16 Ω

Input impedance Microphone: 10 kΩ

Phono: 47 kΩ

Line/CD: 10 kΩ

Output impedance 10 kΩ

Frequency range 20 Hz…20 kHz, ±2 dB

Signal-to-noise ratio Microphone: –105 dB

Phono: –95 dB

Line/CD: –90 dB

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THD Microphone: 0.01 %

Line/CD: 0.01 %

Operating supply voltage

12 V 50 Hz

Dimensions (W × H × D) 300 mm × 130 mm × 40 mm

Weight 1 kg

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7 Plug and connection assignment

This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐
ment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured.

Please note these advices, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a
plug ts into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed power amp, a short
circuit or ‘just’ in poor transmission quality!

Unbalanced transmission is mainly used in semi-professional environment and in hi use.
Instrument cables with two conductors (one core plus shielding) are typical representatives of
the unbalanced transmission. One conductor is ground and shielding while the signal is trans‐
mitted through the core.

Unbalanced transmission is susceptible to electromagnetic interference, especially at low
levels, such as microphone signals and when using long cables.

In a professional environment, therefore, the balanced transmission is preferred, because this
enables an undisturbed transmission of signals over long distances. In addition to the conduc‐
tors ‘Ground’ and ‘Signal’, in a balanced transmission a second core is added. This also transfers
the signal, but phase-shifted by 180°.

Introduction

Balanced and unbalanced trans‐
mission

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Since the interference aects both cores equally, by subtracting the phase-shifted signals, the
interfering signal is completely neutralized. The result is a pure signal without any noise inter‐
ference.

1 Signal

2 Ground, shielding

1 Signal (in phase, +)

2 Signal (out of phase, –)

3 Ground

1/4" TS phone plug (mono,
unbalanced)

1/4" TRS phone plug (mono, bal‐
anced)

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Drawing and table indicate the pin assignment of an RCA plug.

1 Signal

2 Ground, shielding

RCA connection

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8 Protecting the environment

For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been
chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling.

Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of.

Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that
they are collected for recycling. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.

This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive
(WEEE) in its currently valid version. Do not dispose with your normal household waste.

Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal rm or through your local waste
facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your
country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.

Disposal of the packaging mate‐
rial

Disposal of your old device

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Notes

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Notes

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Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de