Wharfedale SPX613, SPX815 User Manual

WHARFEDALE PRO

SPX613 / SPX815

OWNER S MANUAL

WARNING

WARNING: DUE TO THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Wharfedale Professional Limited Warranty: The SPX Series of Powered Mixers are warranted to be clear of manufacturing or materials defects for a period of one year from the original date of purchase. In the event of malfunction, contact your authorized Wharfedale Professional dealer of distributor. Be aware that warranty details differ from country to country.

Unpacking: All Wharfedale Pro Products are fully checked before leaving the factory. After unpacking, please inspect the units for any physical damage. Please retain the shipping carton and internal packing material in case the unit needs to be returned. Please check as soon as possible that the unit is functioning. In the event of any damage please contact your dealer immediately so that a written claim for damages may be made.

! Warning -Read all operating and service instructions that accompany this product!

! Warning -Do not attempt to open the unit This unit is not user serviceable! Refer all servicing to qualified electronic service

personnel only!

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover (or back). ! Varning las alla anvandar- och serviceinstruktioner som medfoljer enheten! ! Atecao - leia todas as instrucoes de manutencao e de operacao que acompanham este aparelho! ! AVVERTENZA - Leggere attentamente le istruzioni per il funziona-mento e la manutenzione fornite con l'unita! ! Aviso: Lea todas las instrucciones de funcionamiento y de manten-imiento que se adjuntan a este aparato!Vaara - lue kaikki

laitteen mukana toimitetut kaytto - ja huolto-ohjeet!

! Advarsel - laes alle betjenings - og serviceanvisninger, der folger med produktet! ! Waarschuwing - lees alle bedienings - en onderhoudsinstructies die bij dit apparaat horen! ! Vorsicht - Lesen Sie dieseBedienungsanleitung sorgfaltig durch! ! Attention: Lisez attentivement les instructions avant d utiliser ce produit!

FORSIKTIGHET: For att minska risken for elstotar bor man inte ta bort enhetens ytterholje (eller det bakre sky-ddsholjet). Reparationer far bara genomforas av kvalificerade servicetekniker.

AVISO: Para reduzir o risco de choque electrico, nao remova a tampa (ou a cobertura traseira). O usuario nao deve efectuar a manutencao. Deve pedir aos tecnicos qualificados em manutencao.

ATTENZIONE: Per ridurre il rischio di scosse elettriche, non rimuovere la copertura (o il pannello posteriore). Le operazioni di manutenzione devono essere eseguite esclusivamente da personale qualificato.

PRECAUCION: Con el fin de reducir el riesgo de sacudidas electricas, no desmonte la tapa (o la tapa posterior). El mantenimiento no debera ser realizado por el usuario, sino por el personal de mantenimiento cualificado.

VAROITUS: Tulipalo- ja sahkoiskuvaaran vahentamiseksin ala irrota suojusta (tai takapaneelia). Ala huolla laitetta itse, anna huoltotyot ammattitaitoisen huoltohenkilokunnan tehtavaksi.

FORSIGTIG: For at mindske risikoen for elektrisk stod ma du ikke fjerne bekl Reparationer ma kun udfores af kvalificeret servicepersonale.

PAS OP: Om de kans op elektrische schokken te minimaliseren, dient u de afdekklep (of achterkant) niet te verwijderen. Onderhoud dient alleen te worden uitgevoerd door gekwalificeerd personeel.

VORSICHT: Um diee Gefahr eines elektrischen Schlages zu vermeiden darf die Abdeckung nicht entfernt werden. Die Wartung des Gerates sollte qualifiziertem Fachpersonal vorbehalten bleiben.

CAUTION: Pour reduire les risques d electrocution, ne pas demonter le capot. La manipulation doit etre effec-tuee par un personnel agree.

edningen (eller bagbekl aedningen).

SPX SERIES MIXER INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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SPX613 & SPX815 Powered Mixers

Introduction

Thank you for your purchase of a Wharfedale Pro SPX613 / SPX815 powered mixer.

Please read this manual completely to ensure proper operation and complete understanding of the

features of these products.

The Wharfedale Pro SPX Series powered mixers are designed for ease of use and quality audio

performance in portable sound reinforcement applications.

UNIQUE FEATURES BY MODEL

SPX613

7 Mono balanced / unbalanced mic / line input channels

SPX815

9 Mono balanced / unbalanced mic / line input channels

COMMON FEATURES TO BOTH MODELS:

Variable Trim control on each mono channel.

Built-in low-noise / high-output dual channel power amplifier.

Rugged injection molded housing.

Two high quality 9 band graphic equalizers for mains and monitors

Assignable signal routing allows amplifiers to power main speakers only or main and

monitor speakers.

Massive toroidal power transformer for high current output.

3 band equalization (EQ) on each mono channel.

2 band equalization (EQ) on each stereo channel.

High-headroom, low-noise preamps with switchable global phantom power.

Super Hi-Z input channels for instrument level signals.

Built-in signal limiting circuit to prevent signal clipping.

Peak indication LED on mono channels.

Independent Monitor and Effects sends on each channel.

Built-in 8 preset, 24 bit digital effects unit.

8 segment bar-graph LED meters indicating amplifier output signal levels.

Two stereo channels with dual (Left & Right) and dual RCA (Left & Right) input jacks.

One stereo channel with dual (Left & Right) and USB stereo digital input and output.

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External and internal effects sends and returns.

Global mono channel Mute / Standby button.

Stereo line level outputs.

Dual inputs to the power amp for connection of external signal sources.

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Getting Started

1. Power Supply

The SPX Series powered mixers are supplied with an internal AC power supply. Connect the

appropriate grounded IEC power cable to the SPX mixer BEFORE connecting it to the power source

outlet. It is important to allow for adequate ventilation for the powered mixer as it may become warm

during long periods of operation. Be sure to allow for free air flow around the powered mixer to

minimize excessive heat build-up.

Each SPX mixer is shipped with the correct power supply and cable for the country in which it is to be

used. The SPX mixer is NOT to be used in a country using a different source supply voltage other than

for which it is designed. Note the operating voltage shown near the AC power cord jack and ONLY

connect this unit to the appropriate AC source voltage.

2. Packing

The exterior and interior packaging has been designed to protect the mixer during transit. If any

shipping damage has occurred, consult your dealer and the shipping provider.

3. Safety

Avoid excessive heat, humidity, dust and vibration. Store and operate the powered mixer away from

locations where it is likely to be exposed to lack of ventilation, high temperatures or humidity. Also,

avoid locations which may be subject to excessive dust and lint or vibration / physical shocks that

could cause mechanical damage to the powered mixer.

WARNING: REFER ALL MAINTENANCE, REPAIRS AND MODIFICATIONS TO QUALIFIED

SERVICE PERSONNEL! THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS!

For the protection of the powered mixer and other audio equipment, always turn off the power on the

powered mixer and other system components before connecting or disconnecting audio cables.

4. Warranty

The SPX Series mixers are covered, by limited warranty, of any defects in workmanship for a period of

one year from the date of purchase. This warranty is non-transferable and applies only to the original

purchaser. If any warranty related issues occur, contact your dealer.

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SPX613 & SPX815 Powered Mixers

FEATURES AND CONTROLS Mono Mic/Line Input Channels:

1. Low Impedance (Low Z) Mic Input jacks with switchable global phantom

power: The low noise, high headroom Low Z mic inputs are for use with balanced, low impedance

microphones.

2. Hi-Z Line Level Input jacks: These Tip, Ring, Sleeve (TRS) jacks are designed to be

connected to (-10 to +4dBu) balanced or unbalanced line level sources.

3. Super Hi-Z inputs: Channels 6 & 7 on the SPX613 and Channels 8 & 9 on the SPX815 for

connection of unbalanced, low level instrument signals such as an electric guitar or electric bass.

4. Stereo Line Level Input jacks: Channels 8 & 10 on the SPX613 and Channels 10 & 12 on

the SPX815. These dual Tip, Ring, Sleeve (TRS) and dual RCA phono jacks are designed to be connected to (-10 to +4dBu) balanced or unbalanced line level sources. A mono signal can be connected by using only the left input jack. The mono signal, connected like this, will be routed to both left and right outputs and will be controlled by the position of the pan knob of that channel.

5. USB Stereo Input and Output

This digital input and output is provided to allow for the direct digital connection to a computer USB port for both the playback and recording of signals to and from a digital audio software program. The output signal is derived from the stereo Main Mix, pre master level, channel input 9-10 on the SPX613 and channel 12-13 on the SPX815. Consult the manufacturer of your software for details. The USB input is not disabled by the input of line level signals to the jacks on the channel. Both the analog and digital signal can be used simultaneously.

and the input signal is routed to

6. Level Control: Adjusts the level of the input signal to the mixer.

7. TRIM Control: In order to achieve the best signal to noise ratio and adequate dynamic range,

the input preamp level of each mono channel is controlled by the TRIM control knob on each channel. To set the TRIM control, watch the PEAK LED while the signal source for that channel is active (whether it be a singer using a microphone or an instrument connected to the LINE INPUT of the channel). If the PEAK LED (#8) on the channel lights up consistently, the Gain Control is set too high. The ideal setting is obtained, when the PEAK LED only flashes periodically.

8. PEAK indicator LED: The PEAK indicator LED will illuminate when the input signal level is

3dB before clipping (signal distortion).

9. PAN Control: On the mono channels, the PAN control adjusts the balance of the signal being

sent to the left and right MAIN MIX. Turning the PAN control fully left on a stereo channel will cause the right input's signal level to decrease. Turning the PAN control fully right on a stereo channel will cause the left input's signal level to decrease.

10. EQ (Equalization): Each mono channel on the SPX Series mixers features a three band

Equalization ( EQ ) section. Each band allows for up to 15 decibels of boost (increase) or cut (decrease) of the signal in the tone range for which it controls (HI, MID, LOW). In the center position, the equalizer is bypassed (FLAT) and the control has no effect on the tonal characteristics of the signal. The HI EQ control is centered at 12kHz, the MID EQ control is centered at 2.5kHz and the LOW EQ control is centered at 80Hz. Stereo channels have two band equalization with the HI EQ control is centered at 10kHz and the LOW EQ control is centered at 100Hz.

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LOW EQ control is centered at 80Hz. Stereo channels have two band equalization with the HI EQ

control is centered at 10kHz and the LOW EQ control is centered at 100Hz.

11. EFX (Effects) Send Controls: Each EFX control is post

channel level and post EQ. Any changes made to the channel level and/or the equalizer section of a channel will affect the EFX SEND signals. There is 15 dB of signal gain available for each EFX SEND knob.

12. MONITOR Send Controls:

The MON send control determines the amount of signal that is fed to the monitor buss. This control is Pre-fader and derives its signal independent from the channel level control. Any changes made on the channel fader

do not affect the signal that is sent to

the MON buss. This send is

commonly used for a stage monitor mix in sound reinforcement

applications.

13. Power ON LED: This LED

lights when the power is on for the

SPX613 / SPX815 FEATURES

mixer.

14. EFX TO MAIN: This knob is

+12

-3

-6

-9

-12

+12

-3

-6

-9

-12

SPX613 / SPX815 FEATURES

the level control for the internal effects unit and the EFX Return Jack (when

an external device is connected to this

jack). This knob controls the amount of the effects signal that is mixed with the

unprocessed, clean signal of the

main mix.

15. EFX TO MONITOR: This knob

is the level control for the internal effects unit and the EFX Return Jack (when an external device is connected to this jack) that is routed to the MONITOR buss of the mixer. This knob controls the amount of the effects signal that is mixed with the

unprocessed, clean signal of the

monitor mix.

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