6MINIMIX MIX800 User Manual

1.Introduction

Sing along with this powerful karaoke machine! Its revolutionary Voice Canceller effectively eliminates vocals from any stereo source while retaining most music elements. The integrated digital echo/reverb processor in 24-bit/40 kHz resolution assures ultimate vocal enhancement. We’ve included 2 independent mic channels with Level controls and Clip indicators for perfect level adjustment. A dedicated 2-band EQ provides for awesome vocal enhancement and sound shaping, and there is an accurate 6-digit LED output meter for precise level indication. Stereo Line Inputs/Outputs let you connect your favorite CD or MP3 player, tape recorder and similar equipment. Long-term reliability is guaranteed with the high-quality potentiometers and illuminated switches. Ultra low-noise audio operational amplifiers offer outstanding sound performance.

Karaoke has never been this easy and this much fun!

1.1 Before you get started

1.1.1 Shipment

Your MIX800 was carefully packed at the assembly plant to assure secure transport. Should the condition of the cardboard box suggest that damage may have taken place, please inspect the unit immediately and look for physical indications of damage.

◊Damaged equipment should NEVER be sent directly to us. Please inform the dealer from whom you acquired the unit immediately as well

as the transportation company from which you took delivery. Otherwise, all claims for replacement/repair may be rendered invalid.

◊Please always use the original packaging to avoid damage due to storage or shipping.

◊Never let unsupervised children play with the MIX800 or with its packaging.

◊Please dispose of all packaging materials in an environmentally friendly fashion.

1.1.2 Initial operation

Be sure that there is enough space around the unit for cooling. To avoid overheating, do not place the MIX800 on top of power amps or near radiators, etc.

◊To power the MIX800, use only the power supply unit that is delivered with your equipment.

1.1.3 Online registration

Please register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase by visiting http://behringer.com and read the terms and conditions of our warranty carefully.

Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction, it is our intention to have it repaired as quickly as possible. To arrange for warranty service, please contact the BEHRINGER retailer from whom the equipment was purchased. Should your BEHRINGER dealer not be located in your vicinity, you may directly contact one of our subsidiaries. Corresponding contact information is included in the original equipment packaging (Global Contact Information/European Contact Information). Should your country not be listed, please contact the distributor nearest you. A list of distributors can be found in the support area of our website (http://behringer.com).

Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair claims more quickly and efficiently.

Thank you for your cooperation!

2.Control Elements and Connections

◊Please ensure that the unit is installed and operated only by people qualified to do so. During installation and operation the user must have sufficient electrical contact to earth. Electrostatic discharge may affect the operation of the unit.

2.1 The front

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Fig. 2.1: Front panel control elements and connectors of the MIX800

(1)MIC INPUT 1/2. 1 or 2 microphones can be connected using these 1/4" jacks.

(2)MIC LEVEL 1/2. The MIC LEVEL control adjusts the level of the microphone signal.

◊After they pass the MIC LEVEL controls, the 2 microphone signals are combined into 1 mono signal.

(3)CLIP. When the Clip LED lights up, distortion may occur in the microphone input of the MIX800. Reduce the microphone level with the MIC LEVEL control (2).

(4)EQ LOW. The EQ LOW control allows you to raise or lower the low-frequency content of the microphone signal.

(5)EQ HIGH. With the EQ HIGH control, you can raise or lower the high-frequency content of the microphone signal.

(6)ECHO/REVERB. The MIX800 allows you to add an effect to the microphone signal. When the ECHO/REVERB button is pressed in, you can add REVERB to the signal. When the button is pressed out, the ECHO effect is active.

◊1 of the 2 effects is always active! Use the FX LEVEL control ( 7 ) to switch off the effect or to adjust the effect intensity.

(7)FX LEVEL. The FX LEVEL control determines the amount of effect that is added to the master signal.

◊Turn this control fully to the left to switch off the active effect.

(8)IN/OUT. Press the IN/OUT button to activate the Voice Canceller in the signal path. This filter circuit allows you to remove the vocals almost completely from a recording. The filter has been designed so that vocal frequencies will be processed without significantly affecting other music signals.

What is more, the filter only works in the center of the stereo panorama, where vocals are usually positioned in a recording.

◊The Voice Canceller can be used for stereo signals only!

(9)OUTPUT LEVEL. Set the volume of the output signal with the OUTPUT LEVEL control.

(10)LED DISPLAY. The LED display is for monitoring the input level. It comprises 6 LEDs. When the Clip LED lights up, distortion may occur in the MIX800 output. Reduce the output level with the OUTPUT LEVEL control (9).

(11)�SWITCH. The �switch turns your MINIMIX MIX800 on and off.

◊Attention: The �switch does not fully disconnect the unit from the mains. To disconnect the unit from the mains, pull out the main cord plug or appliance coupler. When installing the product, ensure the plug or appliance coupler is readily operable. Unplug the power cord completely when the unit is not used for prolonged periods of time.