DM16/DM12 16/12 Input Analogue Live and Studio Mixer with MIDAS Microphone Preamplifiers Quick Start Guide
DM16/DM12 Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with this symbol carry electrical current of sufficient magnitude to constitute risk of electric shock. Use only high-quality professional speaker cables with ¼" TS or twist-locking plugs pre-installed. All other installation or modification should be performed only by qualified personnel.
4 DM16/DM12 Consignes de sécurité Les points repérés par ce symbole portent une tension électrique suffisante pour constituer un risque d’électrocution. Utilisez uniquement des câbles d’enceintes professionnels de haute qualité avec fiches Jack mono 6,35 mm ou fiches à verrouillages déjà installées. Toute autre installation ou modification doit être effectuée uniquement par un personnel qualifié.
6 DM16/DM12 Instruções de Segurança Importantes Aviso! Terminais marcados com o símbolo carregam corrente elétrica de magnitude suficiente para constituir um risco de choque elétrico. Use apenas cabos de alto-falantes de alta qualidade com plugues TS de ¼" ou plugues com trava de torção pré-instalados. Todas as outras instalações e modificações devem ser efetuadas por pessoas qualificadas.
8 DM16/DM12 Quick Start Guide 1. Introduction Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the DM16/DM12 analogue mixing console. The DM12 and DM16 are classic analogue consoles with plenty of routing options, musical EQ and the smooth, professional sound pioneered by MIDAS. These consoles offer plenty of versatility for both studio and live applications, and with proper care and maintenance, you can expect your MIDAS console to perform faithfully for many years to come.
10 DM16/DM12 Quick Start Guide 3. Top Panel (17) (1) (18) (16) (19) (2) (3) (20) (15) (21) (4) (22) (5) (6) (23) (24) (7) (25) (26) (8) (27) (9) (10) (11) (14) (28) (29) (12) (30) (1) MIC input connects microphones and other balanced signals using XLR connectors. (2) LINE input uses a ¼" TRS plug to connect either balanced or line-level unbalanced signals. (3) INSERT jack uses a ¼" TRS plug to bring external effects processing (typically compression) into the channel’s signal path.
12 DM16/DM12 Quick Start Guide 5. Connectors To ensure the correct and reliable operation of the equipment, only high quality balanced, screened, twisted pair audio cable should be used. XLR connector shells should be of metal construction so that they provide a screen when connected to the console/snake and, where appropriate, they should have Pin 1 connected to the cable screen. 1. Line output audio connector.
14 DM16/DM12 Quick Start Guide 7. Technical Specifications DM16 DM12 Mono Inputs Mic inputs (MIDAS mic preamp) Type Mic EIN @ 60 dB gain, 50 Ω source at insert send Mic EIN @ 60 dB gain, 150 Ω source at insert send Noise @ 10dB Gain, at insert send Frequency response (-1 dB) at main output Frequency response (-3 dB) at main output Mic Gain range Max.
16 DM16/DM12 Other important information Quick Start Guide FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION Important information 1. Register online. Please register your new MUSIC Group equipment right after you purchase it by visiting midasconsoles.com. Registering your purchase using our simple online form helps us to process your repair claims more quickly and efficiently. Also, read the terms and conditions of our warranty, if applicable. 2. Malfunction.
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