TARGA TM-2100
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Getting Started
You can use your TARGA TM-2100 mixing console for the following three applications:
1. Signal processing
Signal processing includes boost, level adjustment, frequency characteristics as well as
the mixing of effects.
2. Signal distribution
Signal distribution includes the allocation of the signal to the output connector jacks for
effect processors and studio loud speakers, distribution on various recording tracks or
amplifier channels, signal-feeding to the control room, etc.
3. Signal mixing
This includes the volume controls, frequency curve adjustment and the stereo balance
that come from the signals of the various sound sources. Furthermore the level moni-
toring of the mixed output signal is made here, in order to feed external devices such as
amplifiers, recording devices and frequency switches.
In the following section you will learn how to unpack, connect and operate your TARGA
TM-2100. At the end of the manual you will find helpful tips on mixing and adjusting
signals.
Installation Location
Before you connect your mixing console, you should select a suitable location. On the
one hand it should be comfortable to operate and on the other hand, the numerous con-
nected cables and devices should never be in anyone's way.
Take special care when positioning the cables that nobody can trip over them.
All devices connected to the mixing console must be properly grounded. For your own
protection and to avoid background noise and crackling sounds, you should not modify
or eliminate the grounding of the device or of the cable.
Position the mixing console near a power socket so that be easily supplied with electric-
ity, but at the same time the plug can be quickly pulled out in an emergency. Also take
care that the outlets to the connectors of all cables and devices are easy to reach as
before.
Protect the mixing console from direct sunlight and do not place it near any heat sourc-
es (heating, windows, on or beneath the amplifiers, etc.).
The safest place is in a rack or a suitable stand (available as an accessory from any
dealer). If you want to place your mixing console on a table, you should carefully tie
together all connected cables to the table leg or similar (e.g. with sticky tape or cable
wire) to avoid that the device falls down through being mechanically pulled onto one of
the cables.
