fun generation 441263 USB Mix 3 Mixer User Manual
- June 1, 2024
- fun generation
Table of Contents
USB Mix 3
Mixer
User Manual
General information
This document contains important instructions for the safe operation of the
product. Read and follow the safety instructions and all other instructions.
Keep the document for future reference. Make sure that it is available to all
those using the product. If you sell the product to another user, be sure that
they also receive this document.
Our products and documentation are subject to a process of continuous
development. They are therefore subject to change. Please refer to the latest
version of the documentation, which is ready for download under
www.thomann.de.
1.1 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal
words that are used in this document.
| 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.
WARNING!| This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a
possible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious injury if it
is not avoided.
NOTICE!| This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possible
dangerous situation that can result in material and environmental damage if it
is not avoided.
Warning signs| Type of danger
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| Warning – high-voltage.
****| Warning – danger zone.
Safety instructions
Intended use
This device is intended to be used for amplification, 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 sufficient 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.
Safety
DANGER!
Risk of injury and choking hazard for children!
Children can suffocate on packaging material and small parts. Children can
injure themselves when handling the device. Never allow children to play with
the packaging material and the device. Always store packaging material out of
the reach of babies and small children. Always dispose of packaging material
properly when it is not in use. Never allow children to use the device without
supervision. Keep small parts away from children and make sure that the device
does not shed any small parts (such knobs) that children could play with.
DANGER!
Danger to life due to electric current!
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 when covers, safety equipment or optical components are missing or
damaged.
DANGER!
Danger to life due to electric current!
A short circuit could lead to a fire hazard and risk of death. Always use
proper ready-made insulated triple-core mains cable with a safety plug. Do not
modify the mains cable or the plug. In case of isolation damage, disconnect
immediately the power supply and
arrange repair. If in doubt, seek advice from a qualified electrician.
WARNING!
Possible hearing damage due to high volumes on speakers or headphones!
With speakers or headphones connected, the device can produce volume levels
that may cause temporary or permanent hearing impairment. Over an extended
period of time, even levels that seem to be uncritical can cause hearing
damage. Do not operate the device permanently at a high volume level. Decrease
the volume level immediately if you experience ringing in your ears or hearing
impairment.
NOTICE!
Risk of fire due to covered vents and neighbouring heat sources!
If the vents of the device are covered or the device is operated in the
immediate vicinity of other heat sources, the device can overheat and burst
into flames. Never cover the device or the vents. Do not install the device in
the immediate vicinity of other heat sources. Never operate the device in the
immediate vicinity of naked flames.
NOTICE!
Damage to the device if operated in unsuitable ambient conditions!
The device can be damaged if it is operated in unsuitable ambient conditions.
Only operate the device indoors within the ambient conditions specified in the
“Technical specifications” chapter of this user manual. Avoid operating it in
environments with direct sunlight, heavy dirt and strong vibrations. Avoid
operating it in environments with strong temperature fluctuations. If
temperature fluctuations cannot be avoided (for example after transport in low
outside temperatures), do not switch on the device immediately.
Never subject the device to liquids or moisture. Never move the device to
another location while it is in operation. In environments with increased dirt
levels (for example due to dust, smoke, nicotine or mist): Have the device
cleaned by qualified specialists at regular intervals to prevent damage due to
overheating and other malfunctions.
NOTICE!
Damage to the external power supply due to high voltages!
The device is powered by an external power supply. The external power supply
can be damaged if it is operated with the incorrect voltage or if high voltage
peaks occur. In the worst case, excess voltages can also cause a risk of
injury and fires. Make sure that the voltage specification on the external
power supply matches the local power grid before plugging in the power supply.
Only operate the external power supply from professionally installed mains
sockets that are protected by a residual current circuit breaker (FI). As a
precaution, disconnect the power supply from the power grid when storms are
approaching or it the device will not be used for a longer period.
NOTICE!
Possible staining due to plasticiser in rubber feet!
The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may react with
the coating of the floor and cause permanent dark stains after some time. If
necessary, use a suitable mat or felt slide to prevent direct contact between
the device’s rubber feet and the floor.
Features
- 3-channel DJ mixer with USB / MP3 player
- 2 × microphone inputs with talk over (1/4″ phone jack)
- 1 × headphones output (stereo, as 1/4″ phone jack)
- 1 × master output (RCA sockets)
- 2 × phono / line inputs (RCA sockets)
- 1 × line input (RCA sockets)
- 1 × USB port for playback
Installation
Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the
unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the product 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 off. Use the shortest possible
high-quality cables for all connections. Take care when running the cables to
prevent tripping hazards.
Connection options
Connections and controls
Front
1| [CUE SELECT] | Rotary control for selecting the channel that can be heard
through the headphones.
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2| [MIC] | Rotary control for adjusting the volume of the microphone input
signal
3| [TALKOVER] | Activates the talkover 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| Control 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 off. This LED lights up red
when the device in on.
7| [USB] | Connection for playback via a USB device. Before you eject the USB
flash drive, activate pause or choose another playback source.
8| The level indicator shows the volume of the output channel or the currently
selected solo channel.
9| Display of the MP3 player
10| | Starts or pauses playback. Keep the button pressed and select the
playback mode with a USB device:
‘ran’ | All songs that are stored on the USB stick, are played in random
order.
‘One’ | The song that is selected on the USB flash drive is played in an
endless loop.
‘All’ | All songs that are stored on the USB flash drive are played in
sequence.
‘Fold’ | All songs that are stored on the USB flash drive in a selected
folder are played in sequence.
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.
16| [PHONES] | Control for adjusting the headphone volume
17| [CROSSFADER] | Control for mixing the signals from channels 1 and 2. If
the control is in middle position, both channels can be heard.
Back
18| [12 V] ****| Socket for connecting a power adapter
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19| [PHONE] | Monitor output for headphones, designed as 6.3-mm jack socket
(stereo).
20| [OUTPUT] | Master output for connecting an amplifier or active speaker,
designed as cinch sockets.
21| [LINE] | Inputs for line level signals (e.g., CD, DVD, MP3), designed as
cinch sockets.
22, 23| [CH 1] [CH 2] | Inputs for phono / line level signals (e.g.,
turntable, CD, DVD, MP3) for the respective channel, designed as cinch
sockets.
24, 25| Microphone inputs, designed as 6.3-mm jack sockets.
26| Grounding screw to reduce hum noise when connecting turntables
Technical specifications
| Input connections | Power supply | Power adapter |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone input | Type | 2 × 6.3-mm jack socket with talkover |
| Impedance | 10 kΩ | |
| Line input | Type | 2 × Cinch sockets |
| Impedance | 10 kΩ | |
| Phono/line input | Type | 4 × Cinch sockets |
| Impedance | 47 kΩ | |
| USB port | Type | USB-A |
| Output connections | Master output | Type |
| Impedance | 10 kΩ | |
| Stereo headphone output | Type | 6.3-mm jack socket |
| Level | 10 dBu | |
| Impedance | 100 Ω | |
| Frequency range | 20 Hz … 20 kHz ± 2 dB | |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | Microphone | –105 dB |
| Line | –90 dB | |
| Phono | –95 dB | |
| Total harmonic distortion (THD) | Microphone | 0.01% |
| Line | 0.01% | |
| Power consumption | 3.6 W | |
| Power supply | External power adapter, 100 – 240 V ∼ 50/60 Hz | |
| Operating voltage | 12 V ****/ 500 mA, centre positive | |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 300 mm × 130 mm × 40 mm | |
| Weight | 1 kg | |
| Ambient conditions | Temperature range | 0 °C…40 °C |
| Relative humidity | 20%…80%, non-condensing |
Further information
| Suitable for 19-inch rack mounting | No |
|---|---|
| Talkover | Yes |
| Effects | No |
| File formats | MP3, WMA, WAV |
| File structure | w/o |
| Storage medium | Maximum 32 GB |
Plug and connection assignment
Introduction
This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your
valuable equipment 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 fits into the socket, an incorrect connection may
result in a destroyed power amp, a short circuit or ‘just’ in poor
transmission quality!
Balanced and unbalanced transmission
Unbalanced transmission is mainly used in semi-professional environment and
in hifi 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 transmitted 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 conductors ‘Ground’ and ‘Signal’, in a
balanced transmission a second core is added. This also transfers the signal,
but phase-shifted by 180°.
Since the interference affects both cores equally, by subtracting the phase-
shifted signals, the interfering signal is completely neutralized. The result
is a pure signal without any noise interference.
1/4″ TS phone plug (mono, unbalanced)
| 1 | Signal |
|---|---|
| 2 | Ground, shielding |
1/4″ TRS phone plug (mono, balanced)
| 1 | Signal (in phase, +) |
|---|---|
| 2 | Signal (out of phase, –) |
| 3 | Ground |
RCA connection
Drawing and table indicate the pin assignment of an RCA plug.
| 1 | Signal |
|---|---|
| 2 | Ground, shielding |
Protecting the environment
Disposal of the packing material
**** Environmentally friendly materials have been chosen for the packaging.
These materials can be sent for normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags,
packaging, etc. are disposed of in the proper manner.
Do not dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make
sure that they are collected for recycling. Please follow the instructions and
markings on the packaging.
Observe the disposal note regarding documentation in France.
Disposal of your old device
**** This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment Directive (WEEE) as amended.
Do not dispose of your old device with your normal household waste; instead,
deliver it for controlled disposal by an approved waste disposal firm or
through your local waste facility.
When disposing of the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply
in your country. If in doubt, consult your local waste management facility.
Proper disposal protects the environment as well as the health of your fellow
human beings.
Also note that waste avoidance is a valuable contribution to environmental
protection.
Repairing a device or passing it on to another user is an ecologically
valuable alternative to disposal.
You can return your old device to Thomann GmbH at no charge. Check the current
conditions on www.thomann.de.
If your old device contains personal data, delete those data before disposing
of it.
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0
Internet: www.thomann.de
06.03.2024, ID: 441263 (V4)