PROEL PlayMix8 Mixing Consoles User Manual

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MIXING CONSOLES USER’S MANUAL
96MAN0174-RE V. 43/22

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Watch for these symbols:

• ****The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure, that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
• The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

1.  Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4.  Follow all instructions.

5.  Do not use this apparatus near water.

6.  Clean only with dry cloth.

7.  Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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 are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified 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 tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14.  Refer all servicing to qualified 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.

15. Warning: to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

16. Do not expose this equipment to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the equipment.

17. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the ac mains, disconnect the AC ADAPTER unit plug from the AC receptacle.

18. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.

19.  This apparatus contains potentially lethal voltages. To prevent electric shock or hazard, do not remove the chassis, input module or ac input covers. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

20.  The equipment covered by this manual are not intended for high moisture outdoor environments.
    Moisture can damage the internal electronic and cause corrosion of electrical contacts and metal parts.
    Avoid exposing the equipment to direct moisture.

21. . Use only the AC/DC ADAPTER provided with the unit to connect the console to the mains.

22. Use only the USB type A – type A cable provided with the unit to connect the AC ADAPTER with the console.

23.  The AC/DC ADAPTER complies with all applicable safety standard.

24. No serviceable parts are inside the AC/DC ADAPTER, in case of fault replace it with a new one.

****This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate this from other types of wastes and recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their local government office, for details of where and how they can take this item for environmentally safe recycling. Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract. This product should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) STATEMENT

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1.  This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2.  this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in
a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•  Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

The product is in compliance with the following European Directives:
EMC 2014/30/EU, RED 2014/53/EU, LVD 2014/35/EU, RoHS 2011/65/EU and WEEE 2012/19/EU.

WARNING (EN 55032 CISPR 32 )
Under the EM disturbance, the ratio of signal-noise will be changed above 10 dB.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Proel warrants all materials, workmanship and proper operation of this product for a period of two years from the original date of purchase. If any defects are found in the materials or workmanship or if the product fails to function properly during the applicable warranty period, the owner should inform about these defects the dealer or the distributor, providing receipt or invoice of date of purchase and defect detailed description. This warranty does not extend to damage resulting from improper installation, misuse,
neglect or abuse. Proel S.p.A. will verify damage on returned units, and when the unit has been properly used and warranty is still valid, then the unit will be replaced or repaired. Proel S.p.A. is not responsible for any “direct damage” or “indirect damage” caused by product defectiveness.

• This unit package has been submitted to ISTA 1A integrity tests. We suggest you control the unit conditions immediately after unpacking it.
• If any damage is found, immediately advise the dealer. Keep all unit packaging parts to allow inspection.
• Proel is not responsible for any damage that occurs during shipment.
• Products are sold “delivered ex warehouse” and shipment is at charge and risk of the buyer.
• Possible damages to unit should be immediately notified to forwarder. Each complaint for package tampered with should be done within eight days from product receipt.

CONDITIONS OF USE

Proel do not accept any liability for damage caused to third parties due to improper installation, use of non-original spare parts, lack of maintenance, tampering or improper use of this product, including disregard of acceptable and applicable safety standards. Proel strongly recommends that this loudspeaker cabinet be suspended taking into  onsideration all current National, Federal, State and Local regulations. The product must be installed be qualified personal. Please contact the manufacturer for further information.

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing this PROEL product and for your trust in our brand, synonymous of accuracy, high quality and reliability. All our products are CE approved and designed for continuous use in professional applications.

DESCRIPTION

PLAY MIX is a series of mixers created by PROEL to offer in a very compact and stylish package a high inputs density, a full set of features and a superior audio quality, at a very convenient price point.
PLAY MIX mixers are available in 3 models, with the same channel and master functions, but offering 6, 8 or 10 inputs respectively. The mono MIC/LINE channels feature low-noise, high-headroom microphone preamps, 3band EQ with sweep MIDs and HPF, and 60mm control faders, for a full control of your sound.
All models feature an advanced DIGITAL section with LCD display, including:
– A high-quality 24-bit built-in DSP with 100 studio-grade presets of single and combined effect
(REVERBS, DELAYS, MODULATIONS)
– A 48KHz stereo USB audio interface for playing/recording thru PC connection
– A built-in MP3 player from USB memory key or BLUETOOTH interface
– On-the-go stereo recording on USB memory key
Carefully designed and engineered in Italy by PROEL, PLAYMIX mixers are hosted in rugged cases, providing extended durability for a stage-proof use and they offer in an ultra-compact format the performance of professional consoles, delivering a clean and accurate sound for a wide range of applications.

INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: the three models differ only by the number of MONO channels, 2, 4 and 6 respectively. The STEREO channels (2) and the MASTER section are the same for all the three models. The following instructions refer to the channel numbering of PLAYMIX6.

1. MIC/LINE XLR input
   This is a female XLR connector that accepts a balanced input from microphones, instruments or line audio
   devices. The XLR input is wired as follows:
   Pin 1 = shield or ground
   Pin 2 = + positive or “hot”
   Pin 3 = – negative or “cold”

2. MIC/LINE JACK input
   This is a female JACK connector that accepts a balanced input from microphones, instruments or line audio
   devices. The JACK input is wired as follows:
   Tip = + positive or “hot”
   Ring = – negative or “cold”
   Sleeve = shield or ground
   When connecting an unbalanced signal, wire them as follows:
   Tip = + positive or “hot”
   Sleeve = shield or ground

3. LINE/-30dB switch
   Pressing this button, a 30dB attenuation is engaged on both XLR and JACK inputs. Use this button when connecting a LINE output device or, in general, to avoid the clipping (PEAK LED flashing) when a high-level signal is connected.

4. +48V phantom switch
   This switch engages the phantom power on MIC Input. Most professional condenser microphones and active DIBOX require phantom power, which is a lower DC voltage delivered to the microphone on pin 2 and 3 of the XLR microphone connector. Dynamic microphones do not require phantom power, however phantom power will not harm most dynamic microphones should you plug one in while the phantom power is on. Check the manual of your microphone to find out for sure whether or not phantom power can damage it.

5. +48V LED
   This LED shows if the phantom power is on or off for the correspondent channel XLR input.

6. PEAK detector
   The PEAK LED indicates that the input signal is near to the CLIPPING point.
   IMPORTANT: if the LED PEAK flashes, reduce the level of the input signal using the GAIN control and/or the PAD switch.

7. GAIN control
   The gain control adjusts the input sensitivity of the mic and line inputs. This allows the signal from mics and instruments to be adjusted to optimal internal levels.

8. LOW CUT switch
   This switch cuts low frequencies below 80 Hz at a rate of 6 dB per octave. We recommend that you use the LOW CUT filter on all connected microphones except those for kick drum, bass guitar, bassy synth patches or recordings.
   These aside, there isn’t much that you want to hear below 80 Hz and filtering it out makes the low frequency you want much punchier and more defined. The LOW CUT filter can also help to reduce the possibility of feedbacks in live situations, and it helps to conserve the amplifier power. Another way to use the LOW CUT filter is in combination with the LOW EQ on vocals during live performances. Many times, bass shelving EQ can really benefit voices, but adding LOW EQ also boosts stage rumble, mic handling clunks, and breath pops.

9. HIGH control
   This control gives you up to 15dB boost or cut at 12KHz with a “SHELVING” curve shape. Use it to increase or reduce the sound “clarity” or “brightness”.

10. MID control
    This control gives you up to 12 dB boost or cut at the frequency determined by the FREQ knob (see FREQ next) with a “PEAKING” curve shape. Use it to add or reduce the sound “presence”.

11. FREQ contro l
    This knob ranges from 250 Hz to 6 kHz and determines the center frequency for the MID EQ. This allows you to select the precise narrow band of frequencies you want to be affected by the MID EQ.

12. LOW control
    This control gives you up to 15dB boost or cut at 80Hz with a “SHELVING” curve shape. Use it to increase or reduce the sound “punch”.

13. FX/AUX send control
    This control sends the signal to the internal Digital Multieffect processor and to the AUX SEND output. This signal is post-fader or, in other words, it depends on the position of the channel’s FADER.

14. PAN control
    It adjusts the amount of channel signal sent to the left versus the right outputs. Use it to position the sound origin in a panoramic stereo scene.

15. MONO CHANNEL FADER LEVEL control
    It adjusts the level of the channel signal and send it to the MAIN MIX outputs.

16. LINE (L MONO – R) jack inputs
    These are female JACK connectors that accepts a balanced or unbalanced line level input signal from almost any line source. If the R jack is not inserted, the L channel operates as a MONO channel with this input as a single signal source. Wiring is the same of previous paragraphs.

17. STEREO IN MINI JACK input
    This is a MINI JACK (3.5mm) female connector that accepts a STEREO MINI JACK plug from Computer / Tablet / Cell phone / MP3 players. The MINI JACK is wired as follows:
    Tip = positive signal of left channel
    Ring = positive signal of right channel
    Sleeve = shield or ground
    This input is wired in parallel to the input of the first stereo channel (3/4 of PLAYMIX6, 5/6 of PLAYMIX8, 7/8 of PLAYMIX10): both inputs can be listened simultaneously, but we recommend using only one of the two at a time.

18. BAL control
    It adjusts the amount of channel signal sent to the left versus the right outputs if the channel is used as MONO, or it fades the LEFT or RIGHT signal amount if the channel is used as STEREO.

19. STEREO CHANNEL LEVEL control
    It adjusts the level of the STEREO channel signal and send it to the MAIN MIX outputs.

20. FX/AUX send control
    This control sends the signal to the internal Digital Multieffect processor and to the AUX SEND output. This signal is post-level control and is the sum of both L&R channels.

21. AUX SEND jack output
    This jack connector sends out unbalanced line-level signals made of the sum of the input channel’s FX sends,  usually for connecting to an external effect device or a stage monitor. This signal is post-fader or, in other    words, it depends on the position of the channel’s FADER.

22. FX PRESETS selector
    Rotating this knob is possible to select the DSP effects.

23. FX DISPLAY number
    This display shows the number of the currently loaded preset. When rotating the FX PRESETS selector, the  display scrolls the numbers and flashes until the new preset is confirmed by pressing the knob.

24. FX LEVEL control
    It adjusts the level of the internal effect signal sent to the MAIN MIX outputs.

25. MP3 PLAYER/RECORDER
    This is the MP3 PLAYER/RECORDER section. The display shows the player’s current status and the buttons below allow to control it. The player can operate with a USB PENDRIVE or with a COMPUTER or as BLUETOOTH player. See further in this manual the operating instructions for the MP3 PLAYER/RECORDER.

26. USB PORT
    This is the USB port to which you can connect a USB pendrive or a PC. For the connection to a PC use the same USB-A / USB-A cable provided with the power adapter.
    IMPORTANT: when a personal computer is connected to the front panel USB port, the computer supplies power to the mixer through this port. Therefore, the rear USB port and AC/DC adapter should not be  connected. Make sure the PC USB port is  capable of powering the mixer, because it may happen that some old computers do not have enough power on the USB port.
    

27. CH / USB BT switch
    This switch allows to select the inputs for second STEREO channel between its physical JACK connectors and the BT / MP3 player.

28. MAIN MIX FADER control
    The MAIN MIX controls the output level just before the MAIN MIX and HEADPHONE/C.ROOM outputs. When the potentiometer is fully down the MAIN MIX is off, while the “0” indicates a +4dBu nominal output level. Typically, this control is set near the “0” label and left alone, but it can be used for song fadeouts or quick system-wide mutes.

29. MAIN MIX L & R XLR output
    These XLR and provide a line-level signal that represents the fully mixed stereo signal controlled by the MAIN MIX. Connect these to the inputs of your power amplifier, powered speaker or other audio processors.

30. PHONES and C.ROOM level control
    This controls the PHONES and C.ROOM output’s level.

31. PHONES stereo jack output
    STEREO JACK connector for the headphones output. The signal is the same of MAIN MIX outputs.

32. C.ROOM jack output
    These JACK connectors provide a line-level signal that can be used to monitor the MAIN MIX program or as an additional output.

33. L & R LEVEL meters
    The level meters are made of two columns of four LEDs with three colors to indicate different ranges of signal level:
    • green = shows the nominal operative level of the signal (from -10 to 0 dB)
    • yellow = shows the max operative level of the signal (+3 dB)
    • red = shows an excessive signal level (+6dB).
    NOTICE: For correct use, the RED LEDs must always remain OFF except for occasional short periods.

34. ON LED
    Indicates when the mixer is switched on.

35. POWER switch
    Switch this one on and your mixer has power. Switch it off and it doesn’t. Make sure that all master output knobs are turned all the way down when powering your mixer up or down.

36. DC IN 5V 2A supply socket input
    Here’s where you plug in your mixer’s external power supply. You should always connect your power supply to the mixer before you plug the power supply into an electrical outlet.
    IMPORTANT: while the supply socket is shaped like a typical USB socket, it cannot be used to connect a computer.

DSP EFFECTS PROCESSOR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

The internal Digital Multieffect processor is built around a powerful 24bit DSP. It includes 100 different presets of studio-grade effect algorithm.
HOW TO USE THE FX:

1. Rotate the FX PRESET selector knob (22) to choose the type of effect (preset) you want to use, rotating the knob the number on the display scrolls and flashes. After you have chosen the effect, press the FX PRESET selector (22): the preset will be loaded and the number on the display will remain fixed.
2. Send the signal to the effect with the FX/AUX control (13) (20) of the channel you want to add the effect to.
3. Rotate the FX LEVEL knob (23) until you hear the effect added to the original signal, then adjust the knobs to combine the wet effected signal with the natural dry signal.

PRESET DESCRIPTION:

p 00-10. HALL 1 – This type of reverb simulates the ambience of a concert hall varying its size from smaller to larger. Dense, smooth reverb with long pre delay and a lot of high frequency reflections. Works well with vocals, electric and acoustic guitars, strings and woodwinds.
p 11-20. HALL 2 – Similar to previous with a different timbre and reflections.
p 21-30. ROOM1 – This type of reverb reproduces the more intimate ambience of natural room acoustics. It features a lot of early reflections with a few of high frequency. Emulating and scaling their size from smaller to bigger, works well with vocals, fingered guitars, drums.
p 31-40. ROOM 2 – Similar to previous with a different timbre and reflections.
p 41-45. SHORT DELAY – Typical echo + feedback effect with shorter delay times.
p 46-55. DELAY – Typical echo + feedback effect channels with increasing delay times.
p 56-65. DELAY+REV – Typical reverb and echo effect combined together with increasing times.
p 66-70. CHORUS – Provides a soft, ethereal sweeping effect with increasing times, perfect for enhancement of electric and acoustic guitar and bass. Also adds a dramatic effect to vocals, particularly group harmonies and choirs.
p 71-75. FLANGER – Creates a strong sweeping effect with increasing times and panning left to right, particularly effective on rock electric guitar, lead and rhythm.
p 76-80. PHASER – Creates a sweet sweeping effect with increasing times, particularly effective on rock electric guitar, lead and rhythm.
p 81-85. TREMOLO – Creates a volume modulation with increasing times, particularly effective on blues and rock electric guitars, lead and rhythm.
p 86-90. WAHWAH – Typical tone modulation effect used on electric guitars.
p 91-95. CHORUS+DEL – Chorus and Delay effect combinations.
p 96 97. FLANGER+DEL – Flanger and Delay effects combinations.
p 98-99. WAHWAH+DEL – WahWah and Delay effect combinations.

MP3 PLAYER/RECORDER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

If neither BLUETOOTH, PC nor USB pendrive is connected the display shows:

The MODE button switches between the player’s operating modes:

USB PENDRIVE PLAYER
If a USB pendrive is inserted in the front panel USB port the internal MP3 player start to play the first song contained in the USB pendrive. The display shows at first the number of the song and afterwards the time of the current song, the order is always alphanumerical, starting from the root folder to the subfolders.

The buttons under the display operate as follow:
PLAY / PAUSE
The display shows the PAUSE status:
Skip to the previous song, then it plays it from start.
Skip to the next song, then it plays it from start.

USB PENDRIVE RECORDER
It is also possible to use the USB key to record the mixer output. Press MODE until the display shows:

The buttons under the display operate as follow:
Press until the recorder starts, the display shows the recording time progression:
Pressing REC button again the recorder  pauses the recording, the display shows:

The recorded files are contained in the USB pendrive under the “JL_REC” folder, stored in progression with the name “AC69nnnn.WAV”.
Note: all files are stored with 44100 sample rate, 16 bit, 2 channels.

BLUETOOTH PLAYER
If a previous Bluetooth device is not already paired, the display flashes:

From the Bluetooth preferences of your device, choose the “PLAY MIX” device, the display stops flashing confirming the pairing and shows:
Pressing PLAY in your player the display shows:

The buttons under the display operate as follow:
PLAY / PAUSE
Skip to the previous song, then it plays it from start.
Skip to the next song, then it plays it from start.
PC AUDIO INTERFACE
Connect a PC using the USB port on the front panel,wait some seconds and check the pc setting.
On your computer click on START, SETTING, SYSTEM,SOUND, the Output device must be:

It is also possible to set the mixer as the Input device for your PC and then record the sound from the MAIN MIX on the PC, using a recording software:

Note: the sound from the mixer can be recorded at up to 48000 sample rate, 16 bit, 2 channels.

CONNECTION EXAMPLE

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

STEREO INPUT CHANNEL
Line Input| sensitivity| from +12 to -15 dB| from +12 to -15 dB| from +12 to -15 dB| Balanced JACK
| impedance| 20 Kohm| 20 Kohm| 20 Kohm| Stereo Mini JACK
MASTER SECTION
MAIN MIX| nom. out level| +4 dBu| +4 dBu| +4 dBu| Balanced XLR-M
C. ROOM output| nom. out level| +4 dBu| +4 dBu| +4 dBu| Balanced JACK
SEND output| nom. out level| +4 dBu| +4 dBu| +4 dBu| Balanced JACK
HEADPHONES| min. impedance| 64 ohm| 64 ohm| 64 ohm| Stereo JACK
Bluetooth| | Version 5.0, Audio Streaming|
USB Player| | Stereo IN/OUT, 16-bit converter, 44,1 KHz sample rate| Type A
DIGITAL EFFECT PROCESSOR
Effects| | 100 presets|
A/D and D/A converters| 24 bit|
DSP resolution| | 24 bit|
Controls| | 2-DIGIT display, DIAL, LEVEL|
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Maximum level| all outputs| +15 dBu|
Crosstalk| meas. at 1 KHz| > 75 dB|
HUM & Noise| unweighted| < 90 dB|
THD + Noise| at +4dB, 1kHz| < 0,009 %|
Dimensions (WxHxD)| | 247 x 274 x 61 mm| 331 x 274 x 61 mm| 415 x 274 x 61 mm|
Weight| | 1,80 kg| 2,50 kg| 3,00 kg|
POWER REQUIREMENTS
**Supply| | use only supplied AC/DC ADAPTER 5VDC 2A| use only supplied AC/DC ADAPTER 5VDC 2A| use only supplied AC/DC ADAPTER 5VDC 2A| EU Plug US Plug UK Plug
Mains Supply Voltage| | 100-240 VAC (±10%) 50/60 Hz| 100-240 VAC (±10%) 50/60 Hz| 100-240 VAC (±10%) 50/60 Hz|
Consumption**| | 15 W| 15 W| 15 W|

CONNECTORS

MECHANICAL DIMENSIONS

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