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Typical Mixer Set-Up
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 SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS

This image details a typical DJ Set Up consisting of a microphone, turntables, CD players, and a tape deck.

Note:

 Turntables can only be connected to the Phono Line Level RCA Jacks (34, 36, and 39). Be sure the 

Line Level Switches (37) are in the "PHONO" position. 

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Summary of Contents for Q-MX1

Page 1: ...Q MX1 USER INSTRUCTIONS ...

Page 2: ...Treble Bass Mids Q MX1 American DJ AUDIO Los Angeles CA 90058 USA Specifications subject to change without notice Q MX1 User Instructions page 2 Featuring Fader Q Start Professional products designed for the working DJ on all three channels Separate gain control for each channel High output to headphones Soft touch rubber knobs for better control Extremely clean signal to noise ratio Light Control...

Page 3: ...ludes several innova tive features that pack a big punch The Q MX1 comes with a 2 year limited warranty Please read and understand this manual completely before attempting to operate your new mixer This booklet contains important information concerning the proper and safe operation of your new mixer Unpacking Carefully open and unpack your mixer Be sure to save the packaging in case you may ever n...

Page 4: ...Most DJ headphones are rated at 16 ohm these are highly recommended Two different headphone jacks are conveniently located on the mixer one on the face and one on the front side panel Always be sure the Cue Level Volume 6 is set to minimum before you put the headphones on 3 FADER ASSIGN BUTTONS These buttons are used to assign a channel to the crossfader When a channel is assigned to X the left si...

Page 5: ...casions when an external monitor is not available 8 CROSSFADER CURVE ADJUSTMENT This adjustment allows you to adjust the geometry or shape of the crossfader response curve The response curve can be adjusted from smooth to harsh Instant The smooth adjustment full counter clockwise allows for a long running crossfade This adjustment will usually be used for normal DJ ing The harsh adjustment full cl...

Page 6: ...o R clockwise position will increase the right channel output level while decreasing the left To maintain a true stereo sound level the balance control knob set to the 12 O clock or center position 18 BOOTH LEVEL VOLUME CONTROL This rotary knob is used to control the booth level volume The booth level is not PFL it is essentially a second master output volume with separate output volume control 19...

Page 7: ...By moving the mixer fader from left to right you can start and pause a compact disc player In other words when the mixer crossfader is to the left X position and you move it at least 20 to the right Y position any player connected to the Y channel will begin to play When the crossfader is to the right Y position and you move it at least 20 to the left X position any player connected to the X chann...

Page 8: ...r Tape Decks to LINE inputs Line level musical instruments with stereo outputs such as Rhythm Machines or Samplers should also be connected to LINE inputs Turntables should only be connected to Phono inputs The red colored RCA jack represents the right channel input and the white represents the left channel input 36 CHANNEL 2 PHONO 2 INPUT JACKS The type of input must directly reflect the selected...

Page 9: ...by the Voltage Selector 22 on the rear of the unit Be sure the power switch is in the OFF position before making any type of connections to the mixer Also be sure the power on all units being connected to the mixer have been switched off Before switch the power on the mixer be sure Main Volume 16 is turned down and the power switch to all your amplifier are in the OFF position Connect the mixers M...

Page 10: ...tails a typical DJ Set Up consisting of a microphone turntables CD players and a tape deck Note Turntables can only be connected to the Phono Line Level RCA Jacks 34 36 and 39 Be sure the Line Level Switches 37 are in the PHONO position American DJ Supply www americandj com Q MX1 User Instructions page 10 ...

Page 11: ... the balanced output jacks whenever possible The balanced output jacks should always be used for cable runs in excess of 10 feet Using the balanced jacks will ensure a clean signal through out the entire audio system Typical Stereo Set Up Output LOUDSPEAKER LOUDSPEAKER Figure 9 SET UP INSTRUCTIONS American DJ Supply www americandj com Q MX1 User Instructions page 11 ...

Page 12: ... desired to only fit one way so don t worry about the connectors orientation 5 Connect the new crossfader to the ribbon cable and replace in reverse order Operating Determinations When installing this mixer please make sure that the device is not exposed to extreme heat moisture or dust There should not be any cables lying around Doing so endangers you as well as others Do not operate the mixer in...

Page 13: ...3dB Microphone 59 dBV 1 2mV 3K Ohms 3dB Phono 51 dBV 2 8mV 47K Ohms 3dB Aux 14 dBV 200mV 47K Ohms 2dB Output Sensitivity Level Impedence Note 0dBV 1Vrms Rec Out RCA 10dBV 316mV 1K Ohms 3dB Master Out RCA 0dBV 1V 560 Ohms 3dB Master Out XLR 0dBV 1V 470Ohms 3dB Phones Load 32 Ohms 2dBV 0 4V 33 Oms 32dB Maximum Output Load 47K THD 5 Rec 18dBV 8V Master RCA 18dBV 8V Master XLR 18dBV 8V PHONES Load 32 ...

Page 14: ...American DJ World Headquarters 4295 Charter Street Los Angeles CA 90058 USA Tel 323 582 2650 Fax 323 582 2610 Web www americandj com E mail info americandj com ...

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