Taramps Electronics T 0202 Car Sound Mixer User Manual
- June 16, 2024
- Taramps Electronics
Table of Contents
Taramps Electronics T 0202 Car Sound Mixer
Product Information
The MESA DE SOM AUTOMOTIVO CAR SOUND MIXER is a car sound mixer produced by Taramps Electronics. It is designed to enhance and control the audio system in your car. For more assistance, you can visit www.taramps.com.br/pt/rede-de- assistencias-tecnicas or contact the Taramps Electronics Department using the following information:
- Address: CEP: 19.180-000
- Phone: (18) 3266-4050 / 99749-3391
- Email: [email protected].
Specifications
- Power: 12V, 280mA
- Input Sensitivity: 2Hz ~ 76Khz
Product Usage Instructions
Power Connection
To power the mixer, use the P4 adapter with terminals provided:
- Connect the positive wire to the positive terminal of the battery using the P4 adapter terminal.
- Connect the negative wire to the negative terminal of the battery using the P4 adapter terminal.
Input Connections
The mixer has multiple input options. Connect your devices accordingly:
- IN- Line/Mic Inputs: Connect your line-level or microphone signals to these inputs.
- REMOTE IN: Connect the remote signal from your car stereo or other device to this input.
Controls
The mixer features various controls to adjust the audio:
- ON/OFF: Press this button to turn on or off the mixer.
- REMOTE IN/OUT: This button is used to activate or deactivate the remote input function.
Output Connections
Connect the output signals to your amplifiers or audio systems:
- REMOTE OUT: Connect this output to the positive terminal of the 12V battery for remote activation of other devices.
Microphone Usage
If you want to use a microphone with the mixer, follow these steps:
- Connect the microphone to the LINE/MIC input.
- Adjust the input sensitivity according to your microphone’s specifications.
CD/DVD Player and Audio Systems
To connect your CD/DVD player or other audio systems, follow these steps:
- Connect the audio output of your CD/DVD player or audio system to the LINE/MIC input of the mixer.
- Connect the output of the mixer to your amplifiers or audio systems.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Q: What is the power requirement for the mixer?
A: The mixer requires a 12V power supply with a current rating of 280mA. -
Q: Can I connect multiple devices to the mixer?
A: Yes, you can connect multiple devices to the mixer using the available input options. -
Q: How do I adjust the input sensitivity?
A: The input sensitivity can be adjusted using the controls provided on the mixer. Consult the user manual for detailed instructions.
The installation of this product must be done by a qualified professional.
Term of warranty
TARAMPS, located on Abilio Daguano Street 274, Res. Manoel Martins – Alfredo Marcondes, SP – Brazil, ZIP CODE 19180-000, guarantees this product against any defects on terms of project, making, assembling, and/or with solidarity, due to project vices which cause it improper or inadequate to its original use within 12 months from the date of purchase. In case of a defect during the warranty period, TARAMPS’ responsibility is limited to the repairing or substitution of the device of its own making.
This warranty excludes:
- Damaged products by improper installation, water infiltration, and violation by unauthorized individuals;
- Tamper or torn warranty seal;
- Cases in which the product is not used in adequate conditions;
- Defects caused by accessories, modifications or features attached to the product;
- The product with damage from falling, bumps or nature-related problems (flooding, lightning, etc.);
- Warranty card is not properly filled or torn;
- Costs involving uninstallation, reinstallation of equipment as well as shipment to the factory;
- Damage of any kind, due to problems in the product, as well as losses caused by discontinued use of the product.
Technical assistance
For international support, check on our website:
www.taramps.com.br/en/rede-de-assistencias-
tecnicas or
contact direct the factory support:
- Phones: +55 18 3266-4050/+55 18 99749-3391
- E-mail: [email protected].
Introduction
Read this manual before installing the product. In case of questions contact our technical support: +55 (18) 3266-4050 or www.taramps.com.br.
Declaration of Conformity
TARAMPS ELECTRONICS LTDA Alfredo Marcondes – SP Brazil
Hereby, Taramps Electronics Ltda declares that the product T 0202 complies with Directive 2014/30/EU, according to the following harmonized standard:
EN 50498:2010
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Product family standard for aftermarket
electronic equipment in vehicles
The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available on the Product Page on the Internet.
Safety requirements
To ensure proper use, please read through this manual before using the car sound mixer. It is especially important that you know the CAUTIONS contained here.
- The installation of this product must be done by a qualified professional.
- Use the correct tools for installing this product.
- This product is for use with 12V batteries. Always check the voltage before installing.
- Never install the product in places exposed to dust, humidity and water. Pay attention to installing it far from the fuel tank, fuel lines, heat sources and other parts of the vehicle.
- Be sure to install a protection fuse or a circuit breaker near the battery. Follow the ampere rating as indicated here in this manual. Use of an improper fuse or circuit breaker could result in overheating, smoke, damage to the product, injury or burns.
- Avoid running wires over or through sharp edges. Use rubber or plastic grommets to protect any wires routed through the car’s body.
- Automotive sound systems may produce high sound pressure levels. Avoid continuous exposure to levels over 85dB to prevent permanent hearing loss.
Safety
As you read this manual, pay attention to the safety symbols.
CAUTION
This symbol with “CAUTION” is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important instructions. Failure to heed the instructions will result in a risk
of injury to the user or product damage.
Taramps reserves the right to modify the contents of this document at any time without prior notice and does not have the obligation to apply the changes in units that were previously produced.
Presentation
The T 0202 mixer was designed for sound systems allowing the mixing of several types of audio signals with high fidelity, ensuring the original dynamics of the sound. It features a 4-band equalizer that allows you to increase or reduce specific ranges of mid-bass and highs, allowing for professional control in any situation. Its outputs with timed MUTE avoid undesired noises (Pops) when turned on or off, making the sequence of activations unnecessary, and easing installation.
- The T 0202 features 2 input channels, with two shared connections, one RCA and one RTS. This is a high-sensitivity, wide-gain input, which allows the use of a Microphone or LINE IN.
- CHANNELS 1 and 2 feature shared L+R type RCA inputs with an RTS connector for greater connection flexibility.
All 2 inputs have independent controls for:
- Gain for adjusting the input signal level.
- 4 EQ controls HIGH, MID HIGH. MID LOW and LOW with ±15dB boost/attenuation.
- Level for output control.
The 2 outputs have great amplitude and can deliver up to +18dBu or 6.3Vac of distortion-free signal.
Important recommendations
Use the P4 adapter with the terminal that comes with the product to connect the power wires to the vehicle’s 12V battery. Use 1.5mm² gauge wires for both the positive and negative wires. Screw the wires according to the following instruction:
- Borne on the battery positive
- Borne on the battery negative.
As protection, a fuse must be installed close to the positive pole of the battery (1A fuse). check for more details on pag. 16 of this manual. For the REMOTE connection, use 0.5 mm² wire.
The sound mixer must be fixed in an easily accessible and ventilated place. It is not recommended to install the product on the sides of speakers, as vibrations can damage their internal components. In order to avoid noise captation, use good quality shielded signal cables and connectors.
CAUTION
Check power polarity and recommended gauge. it is recommended to install a 1
Ampere fuse on the positive supply terminal.
Product Overview
On this page you have an overview of the T 0202 sound mixer, you will better understand the commands on the next page. To be able to use all the product commands, carefully read all the commands below.
Install the mixer in an easily accessible place and, if fixing is necessary, use the 4 screwing holes to avoid possible vibrations.
Connections
LINE
Inputs for RCA connectors. Allow to receive signals from various sound
equipment, such as head unit, audio processor, etc… with high-level output.
LINE/MIC
Inputs for connectors RCA or P10 (TRS 1/4”). They allow you to receive signals
from various sound equipment but with a gain range suitable for MICROPHONES.
These inputs DO NOT HAVE PHANTOM POWER.
AUX OUT
- It features an RCA connector in parallel with a connector for TRS. This output mixes all input signals, including L and R.
- This output features a phase inversion button and independent level control, but it also responds to the MAIN LEVEL control.
MAIN OUT
It features an RCA connector in parallel with a connector for TRS. This output
mixes all input channels, including R and L.
Functions
Controls
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GAIN
Adjusts the input signal level. It must be used in case of input saturation, signalled by the CLIP LEDs. -
HIGH
Increases or reduces treble by up to ±15dB -
MID-HIGH
Increases or reduces mid-high by up to ±15dB -
MID LOW
Increases or reduces mid-low by up to ±15dB -
LOW
Increases or reduces Low by up to ±15dB -
LEVEL CHANNELS
Adjusts the audio level of the channel (channel 1 or 2 ) that will be mixed at the outputs. -
MUTE
Mutes the channel mixing at the outputs. It is useful for quick channel cutting without changing the gain settings. When activated, the red CLIP LED will light regardless of the input signal level. -
LED INDICATORS
The red LED shows channel input saturation or the MUTE button pressed. Green LED indicates that the channel is receiving a signal at its input. -
PHASE
Inverts the signal phase of the AUX OUT channel by 180° -
AUX LEVEL
Adjusts the audio output level at AUX OUT -
VU-METER
Indicates the level of the output signal. -
MAIN LEVEL
Controls the signal level at the outputs.
Installation
Power and activation
- The T 0202 was designed to be used in car audio systems with a 12V battery, but it can also be used with an external 12V plug adapter with a current of at least 2A, which must be purchased separately (in this case, the consumer should pay attention to the adapter plug that should be standard P4-2mm) . It has an ON/OFF button that eliminates the REMOTE-IN connections.
- It can automatically turn on and off by remote activation using the REMOTE IN connection. To do so, keep the ON/OFF key off (unpressed).
- The REMOTE OUT connection can be used for powering amplifiers and is timed to minimize transients when turning the system on and off.
REMOTE IN
Connection that turns on or off automatically from a remote cable from a head
unit. Use 0.5 mm² cable. Note: if the ON/OFF button is pressed, the device
will not turn off by remote activation.
REMOTE OUT
Output for activating other devices. It can be used to turn on amplifiers or
other equipment as long as they have a remote input. This output is current-
limited and not suitable for currents greater than 100mA. Use the screw-on
connector that comes with the product and a 0.5 mm² cable sold separately.
12V POWER SUPPLY
- Standard P4 /12V 2mm power connector. Use the TERMINAL/P4 adapter that comes with the product or a 12V adapter source (the adapter source doesn’t come with the product).
- Use a 1.5mm² cable for the connections and use a 1A fuse on the positive wire as close as possible to the battery, following the marking on the TERMINAL/P4 adapter:
- to the battery’s 12V positive terminal.
- to the battery’s negative terminal
CAUTION
Check power polarity and recommended gauge. it is recommended to install a 1
Ampere fuse on the positive supply terminal.
POWER ON/OFF
- Turns on the sound mixer regardless of the REMOTE IN signal when pressed.
- If the REMOTE IN input is active (remote on) this button will not turn off the device until the REMOTE IN input is deactivated.
Connection Examples
Connection examples-1
Connection examples-2
Technical features
- Frequency Response (-3dB): 2Hz ~ 76Khz
- Total Harmonic Distortion: <0,009% (T.H.D.)
- Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR): 112dB
- 4 EQ bands per channel:
- High ±15dB (18KHz)
- Mid High ±15dB (2.4KHz)
- Mid Low ±15dB (240Hz)
- Low ±15dB (30Hz)
- Input sensitivity:
- LINE (RCA) Min: 840mV ~ Max 15.6mV
- Line/MIC (P10) Min: 2.65mV ~ Max 44.7mV
- Channel input impedance:
- Line (RCA): Unbalanced 10K Ohms
- Line/MIC (P10): Unbalanced 2.5K Ohms
- Max inputs level no distortion:
- Line (RCA): 3 Vac
- Line/MIC (P10): 1 Vac
- Output impedance:
- Main Out: 47R
- Aux Out: 47R
- Max outputs level no distortion:
- Main Out: 18 dBu/6.3Vac
- Aux Out: 18 dBu/6.3Vac
- Power Voltage (POWER): 9 ~ 16 Vdc
- Max Consumption: 280 mA
- Remote Input (REM Connector IN): 9 ~ 16 Vdc
- Remote Output REM Connector OUT): 100 mA max.
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 120x42x220mm (4.72″x1.65″x8.66″)
- Weight: 0.60Kg (1.32lb)
Taramps reserves the right to modify the content of this manual without prior notice and without any obligation to apply the modifications to previously produced units.
Fabricado por/Manufactured by:
TARAMPS ELECTRONICS LTDA CNPJ / TAX ID: 11.273.485/0001-03
R. João Silvério, 121 • Res. Manoel Martins Alfredo Marcondes – SP
Indústria Brasileira – Made in Brazil
+55 18 3266-4050
www.taramps.com.br.