CARVIN ENGINEERING DATA | RX1200L, RX1200R MIXERS | OPERATING MANUAL |
RX1200L
with
end caps removed for rack mounting
RX1200L in RW5 Road Warrior Case | RX1200L in RW6 Road Warrior Case with two USM16 wireless receivers |
20.5”W x10”H x 12.75”D(without lids) | 20.75”W x 12”H x 18”D(without lids) |
RX1200L BLOCK DIAGRAM
RX1200L
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of Carvin’s RX1200L or RX1200R mixer.
The RX1200L includes
SUPERB SOUND is derived from the extremely low distortion, “high headroom" design.
these mixers is the “SMT” Surface Mount Technology that utilizes surface mounted components to prevent parts from shaking or vibrating loose. Precision 1% toler- ances guarantee that your settings will be accurate every time. Fire retardant
RECEIVING INSPECTION—read before getting started
INSPECT YOUR AMP FOR DAMAGE which may have occurred during shipping. If damage is found, please notify the shipping company and CARVIN immediately.
SAVE THE CARTON & ALL PACKING MATERIALS. In the event you have to
SAVE YOUR INVOICE. It will be required for warranty service if needed in the future. SHIPMENT SHORTAGE. If you find items missing, they may have been shipped sep- arately. Please allow several days for the rest of your order to arrive before inquiring. RECORD THE SERIAL NUMBER on the enclosed warranty card or below on this man- ual for your records. Keep your portion of the card and return the portion with your
name and comments to us.
USA customers register online at: www.carvin.com/registration
All other countries register online at: www.carvinworld.com/registration
for your records, you may wish to record the following information.
LIGHT WEIGHT and EASY TO USE Controls are logically laid out, making the RX Series simple to use reducing errors during setup and performance. Its compact size and weight of 18 lbs. makes it the lightest, most powerful mixer in it’s class.
4 HIGH CURRENT
HIGH CURRENT SWITCHMODE POWER SUPPLY conserves power by operating at higher effi- ciency. The DC voltage supply is recharged 100,000 times per second, delivering continuous high
current to the power amps.
The RX1200L and RX1200R will
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MODEL RX1200L, RX1200R SPECIFICATIONS:
Frequency Response: | Mic or Line Inputs: |
Total Harmonic Distortion: Less than .1% at nominal levels | |
Equivalent Input Noise: | 150 ohm source: |
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IMPORTANT! FOR YOUR PROTECTION, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING:
WATER AND MOISTURE: Appliance should not be used near water (near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc). Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclo- sure through openings.
POWER SOURCES: The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instruc- tions or as marked on the appliance.
GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION: Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated.
POWER CORD PROTECTION: Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
SERVICING: The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
FUSING: If your unit is equipped with a fuse receptacle, replace only with the same type fuse. Refer to replacement text on the unit for correct fuse type.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (EUROPEAN)
The conductors in the AC power cord are colored in accordance with the following code.
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U.K. MAIN PLUG WARNING: A molded main plug that has been cut off from the cord is unsafe. NEVER UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD YOU INSERT A DAMAGED OR CUT MAIN PLUG INTO A POWER SOCKET.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Your Carvin product is guaranteed against failure for 1 YEAR unless otherwise stated. Carvin will service and supply all parts at no charge to the customer providing the unit is under warranty. Shipping costs are the respon- sibility of the customer. CARVIN DOES NOT PAY FOR PARTS OR SERVICING OTHER THAN OUR OWN. A COPY OF THE ORIGINAL INVOICE IS REQUIRED TO VERIFY YOUR WARRANTY. Carvin assumes no responsibility for horn drivers or speakers damaged by this unit. This warranty does not cover, and no liability is assumed, for dam- age due to: natural disasters, accidents, abuse, loss of parts, lack of reasonable care, incorrect use, or failure to follow instructions. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied. No representative or person is authorized to represent or assume for Carvin any liability in connection with the sale or servicing of Carvin products. CARVIN SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
When RETURNING merchandise to the factory, you may call for a return authorization number. Describe in writing each problem. If your unit is out of warranty, you will be charged the current FLAT RATE for parts and labor to bring your unit up to factory specifications.
SERVICE:
In the USA, please go to www.carvinservice.com
Outside the USA, contact your dealer or go to http://www.carvinworld.com for your nearest service center. Include a writ- ten decription of the problem with serial numbeer and date of purchase.
MAINTAINING YOUR EQUIPMENT
Avoid spilling liquids or allowing any other foreign matter inside the unit. The panel of your unit can be wiped from time to time with a dry or slightly damp cloth in order to remove dust and bring back the new look. As with all pro gear, avoid prolonged use in caustic environments (salt air). When used in such an environment, be sure the mixer is adequately protected by a cover.
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2 INDEPENDENT
ACTIVE 3 BAND CHANNEL EQ provides easy adjustment for the tone you want. The 80 Hz LO frequency control deliver solid
FOUR 7 BAND EQUALIZERS provide precise adjustments to fine tune your overall sound and to help control feedback. Unlike one stereo graphic equalizer, four independent 7 bands give you total control over each power amp.
ENGINEERED TO LAST Every RX Series mixer is housed in a rugged steel rackmountable chassis. Continuous full power is assured from
Output Noise: | |
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Output Headroom: | +10dB |
Maximum Gain: | Mic in to Master Line Out: 60dB |
Crosstalk: | Adjacent ch’s: |
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Phantom Power: | 48 volt @ XLR Mic channels |
Channel EQ | LOW: 80Hz ±12dB |
| MID: 750Hz ±12dB |
| HI: 11.5KHz ±12dB |
Power Output: | RX1200L: 1600w @ 4 ohms (8 ohm: 250w x4, 4 ohm: 400w x4) |
Size and Weight: | RX1200L (w/ sides): 10.25”H x 19”W x 9.5”D, 18 lbs. |
| RX1200L (no sides): 8.75”H x 19”W x 8”D, 14.5 lbs. |
| in RW5 RoadWarrior 5U case: 11”H x 21.5”W x 15.5”D, 36 lbs. |
| RX1200R: 8.75”H x 19”W x 8”D, 10.5 lbs. |
Power Requirements: | RX1200L: Auto Switching |
| RX1200R: |
Options: | |
| FS22 footswitch for Effects bypass |
| RW5 Road Warrior 5U case |
| RW6 Road Warrior 6U case for use with USM16 option |
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