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EQUALIZER SECTION

16.5-Band Stereo Graphic Equalizer (EQ) . EQ compensates for differences in source material sound quality. In ultra-compact mobile systems this EQ can be used to tailor the sound to the acoustical requirements of the room. Center frequencies are 63Hz, 250Hz, 1kHz, 4kHz and 16kHz. Faders have a center detent for an accurate "flat” response.

Below is a typical "house" EQ curve. Notice how the knobs above "0" balance out the knobs below. Start with this setting if you've never used a graphic EQ before:

GENERAL EQ HINTS

•Boost the 63Hz band for deep bass tones and solid kick drum sound. Use sparingly because this dramatically increases demand on power amplifiers and could drive them into “clipping” .

•Cut slightly at 250Hz and more at 1kHz for extra clarity. Note: Cutting is preferable to boosting.

•Boost 16kHz for a little "sizzle".

•As a general rule, less equalization is better!

17.Equalizer On/Off. This controls whether your final output will be routed through the EQ or not.

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Below is an example of a poor EQ curve because it cuts the output volume down by 6-10dB. You have to compensate by running the Master output higher:

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Below is the worst sort of curve to use because you are using EQ to add volume. With exaggerated boost you can easily run your power amplifiers into “clipping” and damage your speakers.

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MONITOR SECTION

18.The Monitor section includes the Program Mix control, the Headphone Volume control and the Headphone Jack. Connect headphones with a standard 1/4" stereo plug. The C u e audio is sent to the headphone amp using the Cue Assign Pushbutton and the Pgm Mix control. The Program Mix controls the amount of program audio in the headphones so that beats can be matched exactly and segues are smooth when a song is cued.

19.12V BNC Connector allows a 12 volt gooseneck lamp to be connected directly to the mixer. This light is readily available from your Numark dealer.

20.Power Switch and Power - On LED.

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