VSM-300 XT USER MANUAL
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS EMC / EMI. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B Digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential installations. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . .a Certificate of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .b Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Front panel diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Back panel diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 I/O box diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Mic stand mounting procedure . . . . . . . . . .11 Making connections . . . . .
INTRODUCTION Welcome to VoiceSoloXT The TC-Helicon VoiceSoloXT VSM range of near field live monitoring speakers is a new concept in personal monitoring. TC-Helicon strives for excellence in all things related to vocals, and the VSM range builds upon the success and worldwide reputation of TC-Helicon's vocal expertise. If you can't hear yourself correctly in a live situation, it's hard to produce a good performance.
INTRODUCTION Preliminary Recommendations The VoiceSoloXT VSM series of monitors are capable of very high sound pressure levels (SPLs) especially at the close range when integrated onto a microphone stand. They were designed this way to be able to be loud enough to compete with live acoustic drum kits. In situations where high monitoring volumes are required we recommend that ear protection be used.
FRONT PANEL DIAGRAM 10 1 9 2 4 5 6 3 8 7 1. CLIP LED This LED is a sum of clipping from the MIC, LINE and AUX inputs. 5. LINE IN level control This sets the gain for the line input. Adjust this so that only the loudest notes you play light the CLIP LED. 2. MIC IN level control This control trims the gain for the microphone input. Adjust this so that only the loudest notes you sing light the CLIP LED periodically.
BACK PANEL DIAGRAM 1 6 2 4 3 5 8 1. +20 dB button The +20 switch, when pushed in, adds more gain to your dynamic mics that may produce lower output. When the switch is out, it is possible to connect high output condenser mics or some line level devices. Reduce the Output level control before pushing this in as feedback can result. 2. Phantom power button The Mic in has a phantom power switch that can be pushed in to power condensor microphones. Otherwise this should be left out.
I/O BOX DIAGRAM 6 7 8 9 10 11 7 1 2 3 4 5 Inputs Pass Thrus All inputs and outputs are balanced but unbalanced cables and equipment may be used as well. These connections are used to send the individual inputs to separate channels in an external mixer. This type of connection is known as a passive splitter. The signals produced here are exact duplicates of signals received at the respective inputs; no amplification or level control is applied. 6.
MIC STAND MOUNTING VoiceSoloXT Placement Options VoiceSoloXT can be placed in 4 different ways. This versatility allows you to use it as a mic stand mounted monitor one night, a PA system on another and then use it at home for practice or jamming. 1. Separate the boom from the stand by unscrewing the boom from the vertical shaft of the microphone stand. To do this, tighten the clutch you use to raise and lower the stand first. This makes it easier to unscrew the boom section.
MIC STAND MOUNTING 3. Place VoiceSoloXT on the mic stand so the stand goes into the hole on the bottom of the VoiceSoloXT. If you don’t need to mount VoiceSoloXT on a boom stand, you are finished with your setup. If you require the boom, continue to the next step. 5. Screw the Mic Boom Mount Attachment into your boom. 6. Lift the lid on VoiceSoloXT, and while holding it open, slide the Mic Boom Mount attachment, on the boom into slot on top of the monitor and let the lid close. 4.
MIC STAND MOUNTING 7. Your VoiceSoloXT should now look like this. 2. Still holding the boom so that it does not swing away, turn the lock nut counter-clockwise until it’s snug against the bottom of the boom. Note that it’s not possible to completely tighten the lock nut with your fingers, the final action is done by swinging the boom snug against the lock nut. Adjusting the Boom To optimize line-of-sight and audibility it is usually better to have the monitor situated somewhat beside the singer.
MAKING CONNECTIONS Introduction The following paragraphs should be read at least once to learn more about safe and successful use of VoiceSoloXT. Hooking up AC power the OUTPUT level first then raise it carefully. You’re now ready to perform with VoiceSoloXT! Using the I/O (Input and Output) connector box IMPORTANT - Before connecting the AC cable, confirm that the power specifications printed above the power input connector are correct for your area.
MAKING CONNECTIONS Plug into the Aux Input If you would like to blend your mic and instrument with, for example, a signal from another musician, a monitor send from a mixer, or even a MIX output from another VoiceSoloXT, connect it to the AUX input.
SETUP DIAGRAMS Setup diagrams The following figures show a few of the many ways VoiceSoloXT can be used for monitoring or PA purposes. Fig. 1: The common monitor mix In this application you will use a single monitor mix containing several input sources from a mixing console as the input to the VSM-300XT. This allows all performers to hear each other and this helps with vocal blending.
SETUP DIAGRAMS Fig. 3: Stereo PA/monitors with multiple inputs This small setup is good for a single performer who sings and plays to backing tracks. A guitar, a stereo MP3 player (or equivalent) and a mic all can be sent to the VSM-300XT. The MIX output of the VSM-300XT drives the LINE IN of the second VoiceSoloXT which becomes the stereo right speaker.
SPECIFICATIONS Audio Inputs All inputs and outputs are balanced (Onboard) ¼-inch Line input XLR with 42VDC phantom power and switchable sensitivity range 0db/+20db (I/O connector box) ¼-inch Line input (Left/Mono) ¼-inch Line input (Right) ¼-inch Aux input XLR Mic input with 42VDC phantom power Sensitivities: Mic input - (+20 dB switch out) +4 dBu to -23 dBu (+20 dB switch in) -16 dBu to -43 dBu Line input - +20 dBu to -13 dBu Audio Outputs ¼-inch Mix output (Slaves to Output level and EQ) ¼-inch Sub outpu
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