SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not remove the cover or rear panel of this unit. No user serviceable parts inside. Please refer servicing to qualified personnel only. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. DETAILED SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: All safety and operation instructions of this manual should be read and adhered to before operation.
SM PR8E Main Features Professional, multi-purpose multi-channel pre-amplifier system for studio applications - Eight totally independent pre-amplifiers in 1 RU package - High quality audio - 8 x combo connectors inputs (XLR/TRS) - 8 x TRS balanced outputs - Phantom On/Off per channel - Phase reversal switch per channel - 8 x phantom Light indicators - 8 x peak Light indicators - Individual gain control on each channel - High-quality components and rugged construction - External power supply FOREWORD Dear Cu
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION 2. THE DESIGN CONCEPT 2.1 High quality components and design 2.2 Inputs and outputs 3. INSTALLATION 3.1 Rack mounting 3.2 Mains voltage 3.3 Audio connections 4. FRONT PANEL CONTROLS & INDICATORS 4.1 Independent (8 x) rotary pre-amplifier gain controls 4.2 Independent (8 x) phantom power switches 4.3 Independent (8 x) phantom power indicators 4.4 Independent (8 x) peak light indicators 5. REAR PANEL CONTROLS 5.1 Independent (8 x) phase reverse switches 6. APPLICATION 6.
1. INTRODUCTION In purchasing the new SM PR8E, you have acquired a multi-channel pre-amplifier of high class that meets many of the demands of the home/pro studio. The market size for digital audio interfaces and computer based digital editing has increased in a massive way. With systems available at very low prices, more and more users are utilizing this technology.
3. INSTALLATION Your SM Pro Audio SM PR8E was carefully packed in the factory and the packaging was designed to protect the unit from rough handling. Nevertheless, we recommend that you carefully examine the packaging and its contents for any signs of physical damage, which may have occurred in transit. + If the unit is damaged, please do not return it to us, but notify your dealer and the shipping company immediately, otherwise claims for damage or replacement may not be granted.
6. APPLICATION 6.1 Using the SM PR8E It could not be simpler to use and operate the SM PR8E. Each of the eight pre-amplifier channels has its own input, output and variable gain control. Four simple steps: 1. Simply connect a signal for processing to one of the combo connector inputs on the front of the SM PR8E. You can use XLR or TRS jack connectors. 2. Make a connection from the corresponding channel output on the rear of the SM PR8E to your desired destination (Mixer, recorder, etc). 3.
7. SPECIFICATIONS AUDIO INPUTS & PRE AMPS Mic Input: Connector: XLR COMBO connector Type: Balanced Impedance: 4K7 Ohms Min sensitivity: -60 dB Peak input level: +9.5 dB Phantom Power: +48V, switchable Line Input: Type: Impedance: Min sensitivity Peak input level: Balanced ΒΌ" on combo 47K -35dB +32 dB AUDIO OUTPUTS Connector: Type: Impedance: Peak output level Frequency response: Distortion: S/N: Crosstalk rejection: Max Gain: 1/4 jack (balanced TRS) Balanced 600 Ohms +23dB 20Hz- 20KHz 0dB- -0.5dB 0.
8. WARRANTY 1 WARRANTY CARD To be protected by this warranty, the buyer must complete and return the enclosed warranty card (signed/stamped by retail dealer) within 14 days of the date of purchase to SM ProAudio (see address below 3). Failure to return the card in due time (date as per postmark) will void any extended warranty claims. 2 WARRANTY 1.
4 WARRANTY REGULATIONS 1. Warranty services will be furnished only if the product is accompanied by an original retail dealer's invoice. Any product deemed eligible for repair or replacement by SM ProAudio under the terms of this warranty will be repaired or replaced within 30 days of receipt of the product at SM ProAudio. 2.
5 WARRANTY TRANSFERABILITY This warranty is extended exclusively to the original buyer (customer of retail dealer) and is not transferable to anyone who may subsequently purchase this product. No other person (retail dealer, etc.) shall be entitled to give any warranty promise on behalf of SM ProAudio. 6 CLAIM FOR DAMAGES Failure of SM ProAudio to provide proper warranty service shall not entitle the buyer to claim (consequential) damages.