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Important Safety Information 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing liquid and no object filled with liquid, such as a vase, should be placed on the apparatus. 6. Clean only with a dry cloth. 7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8.
Table of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 XML Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Controls and Functions Input Channel Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Samson XML410, XML610, or XML910 powered mixer. The XML410 and XML610/910 are six- and twelve-channel, 400, 600 and 900 Watt powered mixers with built-in, 24-bit Digital Signal Processor (DSP) effects. The XML series of mixers will give you clean, clear sound reproduction thanks to the high quality, low noise microphone preamps, super clean mix bus, on-board 7-band graphic equalizers and the high output/low distortion power amplifier.
XML Features The Samson XML powered mixers are comprehensive, all-in-one mixer/power amplifier solutions for live sound applications. Here are some of their main features: • T he XML410 and XML610/910 are six- and twelve-channel powered mixers in ergonomically correct kickback enclosures, allowing you to easily see and operate the front panel functions. • The XML410 has six Mic/Line inputs, while the XML610/910 has four Mic/Line inputs plus four Stereo inputs with Mic preamplifiers.
Controls and Functions Input Channel Section The following section details each part of the XML’s INPUT CHANNELS including the 3-BAND EQ, the MONITOR and EFX sends, GAIN and VOLUME controls. 1. P eak - This LED indicator will flash RED when the channel input signal peaks. To reduce distortion, turn the VOL control counterclockwise until the clip indicator does not light during normal use. 2.
6 Controls and Functions 8. 1/4” Inputs (XML410 Channels 1–6; XML610 and XML910 Channels 1–4) - Balanced TRS phone line input (T: hot, R: cold, S: ground). You can connect a microphone or line level source to this input. Accepts both balanced and unbalanced line inputs. You cannot use the 1/4” and XLR inputs on the same channel simultaneously. 9. XLR Inputs (XML410 Channels 1–6; XML610 and XML910 Channels 1–4) Balanced XLR input (1: ground, 2: hot, 3: cold).
Controls and Functions 24-Bit Digital Effects Section The XML mixers feature built-in, 24-bit digital effects processors with 100 high-quality, studio grade effects like Delay, 12 Chorus and Reverb. The following section describes the features of the powerful on-board digital effects section. 12. Effects Program Display - The XML mixers’ digital-effects processors feature dual-digit, seven-segment numerical display for showing the effects PROGRAM number from 00 - 99.
Controls and Functions Main Section The XML series mixers have two internal power amplifiers, depending on the power amp MODE selection switch, the amplifiers are sent the MAIN or MONITOR bus signal. 19. MAIN Output Level Meters - The output level meter allows you to monitor the level of the signal being sent to the MAIN power amplifier and to the MAIN OUT jacks. To avoid distortion, adjust the MASTER LEVEL controls so that the 0 indicator LED lights occasionally. 20 19 20.
Controls and Functions 26 27 28 26. EFX TO MON - The EFX TO MON control is used to adjust the level of the sound being sent back from the built-in digital effect to the MONITOR bus. This allows you to hear the DSP effects in your monitor speakers. 27. Graphic Equalizer (XML610 and XML910 Only) - The 7-band Graphic Equalizer allows you to contour the frequency response of the MONITOR bus signal, providing a maximum of 12dB of cut/boost for each frequency band.
Controls and Functions External Input Jacks (AUX IN and CD/TAPE IN) These input jacks allow the signal from an external device to be added to the MAIN output. 29. AUX IN (XML410 Only) - This input jack allows the signal from an external device to be added to the MAIN output. 29 32 30 31 30. CD/TAPE IN - Use this stereo RCA input to connect a stereo output device such as an MP3 player or CD player to the mixer. 31. TAPE IN VOLUME - The TAPE IN VOLUME is used to set the level of the CD/TAPE IN jacks. 32.
Controls and Functions External Output Jacks The XML mixers feature several output connectors allowing you to interface a variety of external devices. A stereo recording device, such as a cassette recorder, can be connected to the REC OUT jacks, and additional power amplifiers can be connected to the MONITOR and MAIN output jacks. 34 35 36 33 33. REC OUT - The signal present at this stereo RCA connector is the MAIN bus signal before it has passed through the MASTER level control and graphic equalizer.
Controls and Functions Power Amp Section The XML series of mixers have a power amplifier section which can be configured to operate several ways depending on whether you need MAIN plus MONITOR amplifiers to power your speakers, or if you just need more power for the MAIN speakers. The section below describes the XML series’ power amp modes. 38. POWER - The POWER indicator lights to indicate that the power in on. 39.
Speaker Outputs - XML610 & XML910 The XML610 and XML910 powered mixers contain two mono power amplifiers and, depending on the operating mode, the two amplifiers can be used independently for LEFT and RIGHT MAIN outputs or for MONO MAIN + MONITOR outputs. NOTE: Use the Power Amp MODE switch to select which signal is sent to the speaker output jacks.
Speaker Outputs - XML410 The XML410 contains two mono power amplifiers, and depending on the operating mode, the two amplifiers can be used independently (maximum output 200W + 200W) or in BRIDGE mode (maximum output 400W). NOTE: Use the front panel Power Amp MODE switch to select which signal is sent to the speaker output jacks, and to activate BRIDGE mode.
XML Series Rear Panel 47. VOLTAGE SELECTION Switch - This switch is used to select the amplifier’s operating voltage. NOTE: If you are changing the position of this switch, be sure it is set to the correct voltage for your country, and that the correct fuse is installed. 48. Fuse Cover - The fuse is located behind the fuse cover. Always replace fuses with the same type of fuse. 47 49. POWER Switch – This is the primary power switch.
Speaker Connection - XML610 & XML910 The XML610 and XML910’s power amplifier section can be configured to operate several ways depending on the setting of the Power Amp MODE switch located on the front panel. This allows you to choose whether you need MAIN plus MONITOR amplifiers to power your speakers, or if you just need more power for the MAIN speakers.
Speaker Connection - XML410 The XML410’s power amplifier section can be configured to operate several ways, depending on the setting of the power amp MODE switch located on the front panel. This allows you to choose whether you need MAIN plus MONITOR amplifiers to power your speakers, or if you just need more power for the MAIN speakers.
Basic Operation Connecting Microphones and Instruments The following section explains the basic operation of the XML series mixers. Signal Processor Vocal Vocal Electric Guitar Direct Box Bass Guitar Keyboards 1. Before connecting mics or instruments, make sure that the power of all your system components, including the XML mixer, is turned off.
Using the Internal Digital Effects The XML series of mixers features built-in, high quality, 24-Bit Digital Signal Processors (DSP), offering studio grade effects. The DSP features clean Delay, lush Reverb and multi-effects like Chorus + Delay or Chorus + Reverb. You can also add a broad range of studio quality effects by simply dialing through the 100 presets. The following details the operation of the internal DSP effects: 1.
Creating a Monitor Mix Sending an Independent Mix to Monitor Speakers The XML series mixers allow you to operate the power amplifiers in a MAIN/MONITOR mode. This lets you use one amplifier for speakers facing the audience, and the other amplifier for the monitor speaker facing the musicians. Follow the steps below to create an independent mix for the mount or speakers. 1. Set the channel MONITOR section and VOLUME control to the “0” position. 2.
Using an External Effect Sending an Independent Mix to an External Effects Processor If you prefer to use an external device for effects processing, you can easily connect the unit using the XML EFX bus. Follow the steps below to interface your processor. 1. Set the MONITOR section MASTER control to the “0” position. Press the EFX BYPASS switch to disable the internal DSP. 2. Raise the AUX 2/EFX controls for the channels to which you want the external effect to be applied. 3.
CD/TAPE IN • REC OUT Playing Back a CD The XML mixers have a dedicated input for playing back a CD, Tape or MP3 player. To use the CD/TAPE INPUT, follow the steps below. 1. Turn the TAPE IN VOLUME control and the MASTER level control all the way down. 2. Follow the “LAST ON, FIRST OFF” rule by turning on your peripheral devices and then turning on the power on the XML mixer. 3. Adjust the MASTER control of the MAIN section to the “5” position. 4. Start playback on the CD, Tape or MP3 player.
Owner's Manual This system shows the XML610/910’s power amp operating in MAIN/MAIN mode, with one speaker connected to POWER AMP 1 and one speaker connected to POWER AMP 2. The MONITOR OUT is connected to an external power amp, which is driving two monitor speakers. Microphones are connected to low-impedance inputs on channels 1 and 2, and the output of the Bass Direct Box is connected to the low-impedance input on channel 4.
XML POWERED MIXERS Vocal This system shows the XML410 power amp operating in MAIN/ MONITOR mode, with two speakers connected to AMP 2 and two monitor speakers connected to AMP 1. Microphones are connected to low-impedance inputs on channels 1 and 2, and the output of the bass direct box is connected to the lowimpedance input on channel 4. The keyboards, as well as the electric guitar’s signal processors outputs, are connected to the mixer’s line inputs.
XML Wiring Guide Connecting the XML Mixers The are several ways to interface the XML mixers to support a variety of applications. The XML mixers feature balanced inputs and outputs, so connecting balanced and unbalanced signals is possible.
XML610 & XML910 Specifications Rated Output power XML610: 2 x 300W at 4Ω @0.1% THD at 1KHz XML910: 2 x 450W at 4Ω @0.1% THD at 1KHz Frequency response 20Hz~20KHz+/-0.7dB@1W Output into 8Ω (AMP OUT) 20 Hz~20KHz+/-0.4@+4dB Output into 10kΩ (MAIN OUT, MONITOR OUT, AUX 2 SEND) Total Harmonic Distortion Less than 0.06%@20Hz~20KHz, 150W output into4Ω (AMP OUT) Less than 0.
XML410 Specifications Rated Output power XML410: 2 x 200W at 4Ω @0.1% THD at 1KHz Frequency response 20Hz~20KHz+/-0.5dB@1W Output into 8Ω (AMP OUT) 20 Hz~20KHz+/-0.4@+4dB Output into 10kΩ (MAIN OUT, MONITOR OUT, AUX 2 SEND) Total Harmonic Distortion Less than 0.06%@20Hz~20KHz, 75W output into4Ω (AMP OUT) Less than 0.
[-7.8dBu] TAPE [0dBu] LINE R R L LINE L/MONO [0dBu] CH INPUT (CH9/10.
XML410 BLOCK DIAGRAM XML410 Block Diagram Owner's Manual XML POWERED MIXERS 31
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