ARVOMIC 4-Channel Audio Mixer (ARMX-4) User Manual

1. Ifihan

Thank you for choosing the ARVOMIC 4-Channel Audio Mixer (ARMX-4). This professional mixing console is designed to provide high-quality audio processing for various applications, including small stages, home studios, gigs, and DJ parties. It features a compact design, robust construction, and a comprehensive set of functions to meet your audio mixing needs. Please read this manual thoroughly before operating the device to ensure proper use and to maximize its performance and longevity.

2. Alaye Aabo

Láti dènà ìkọlù iná mànàmáná, iná, tàbí ìbàjẹ́ sí ẹ̀rọ náà, jọ̀wọ́ tẹ̀lé àwọn ìlànà ààbò wọ̀nyí:

• Ma ṣe fi ẹrọ yii han si ojo tabi ọrinrin.
• Maṣe yọ ideri kuro. Ko si awọn ẹya ti olumulo-iṣẹ ninu. Tọkasi gbogbo iṣẹ si oṣiṣẹ oṣiṣẹ.
• Rii daju pe ipese agbara voltage ibaamu awọn ibeere pato lori kuro.
• Dabobo okun agbara lati ma rin lori tabi pin, ni pataki ni awọn pilogi, awọn ohun elo irọrun, ati aaye nibiti wọn ti jade kuro ninu ohun elo naa.
• Yọọ kuro lakoko iji manamana tabi nigbati a ko lo fun igba pipẹ.
• Yago fun gbigbe ẹyọ naa si nitosi awọn orisun ooru gẹgẹbi awọn imooru, awọn iforukọsilẹ ooru, awọn adiro, tabi awọn ohun elo miiran (pẹlu ampliifiers) ti o gbe ooru jade.
• Ma ṣe dina eyikeyi awọn ṣiṣi atẹgun. Fi sori ẹrọ ni ibamu pẹlu awọn ilana ti olupese.

3. Package Awọn akoonu

Jọwọ ṣayẹwo pe gbogbo awọn ohun kan wa ninu package naa:

• ARVOMIC 4-Channel Audio Mixer (ARMX-4)
• Adapter agbara
• Afowoyi Olumulo (iwe-ipamọ yii)

Ti awọn ohun kan ba nsọnu tabi bajẹ, jọwọ kan si alagbata rẹ.

4. Awọn ẹya Ọja

• 4-Ikanni Apapọ Console: Compact design with professional mixing capabilities.
• Low-Noise Preamps: Professional and discrete mic preamps with 2 mono XLR and 1/4" LINE connected jacks, plus stereo input jacks.
• + 48V Agbara Phantom: Enables safe charging and use of condenser microphones.
• 3-Band EQ: Musical 3-band equalizer on each channel for detailed sound character adjustment.
• 16 DSP Digital Effects: Built-in effects for dynamic and personalized mixes.
• USB/Flash/MP3 Reader: Allows streaming music and recording to a USB stick or computer.
• Iṣẹ ṣiṣe Bluetooth: Wirelessly stream music from smartphones and other devices. (Note: USB and Bluetooth functions cannot be used simultaneously.)
• FX Output Jack: Connect external compressors, equalizers, or processors for additional audio processing.
• Precise Level Control: Well-designed faders and knobs for accurate level/volume adjustments.
• Ikole ti o lagbara: Elegant design with a white control board and durable metal construction.

5. Awọn iṣakoso ati Awọn iṣẹ

Familiarize yourself with the various controls and connections on your ARMX-4 mixer.

olusin 5.1: Iwaju Panel Loriview of the ARMX-4 Mixer with key controls labeled.

5.1 Input Channels (Channels 1-4)

• MIC / LINE Input (XLR/1/4" Combo Jack): Connect microphones (XLR) or line-level instruments (1/4" TS/TRS). Channels 1 and 2 feature combo jacks. Channels 3/4 are stereo 1/4" LINE inputs.
• PAD Button (26dB): Attenuates the input signal by 26dB for very loud sources.
• HPF Button (80Hz): Activates a High-Pass Filter at 80Hz to reduce unwanted low-frequency rumble.
• KỌRỌ NIPA: Ṣe atunṣe ifamọ igbewọle fun ikanni kọọkan. Ṣeto eyi lati ṣaṣeyọri ifihan agbara ti o lagbara laisi gige.
• 3-Band EQ (GIGA, MID, LOW):
  • GIGA: Adjusts treble frequencies (10kHz).
  • Àárín: Adjusts mid-range frequencies (2.5kHz).
  • Kekere: Adjusts bass frequencies (100Hz).
• Knob FX: Controls the amount of signal sent from the channel to the internal DSP effects processor.
• PEAK LED: Illuminates when the input signal is too high, indicating potential clipping. Adjust GAIN down if this LED lights up frequently.
• Ipele koko: Adjusts the overall output level of the individual channel to the main mix.

5.2 Apá Àkọ́kọ́

• FX SEND Jack: Output for sending signal to an external effects processor.
• Awọn foonu Jack: 1/4" stereo output for connecting headphones.
• STEREO OUT (L/R) Jacks: XLR outputs for connecting to a power amplifier, awọn agbohunsoke agbara, tabi ẹrọ gbigbasilẹ.
• USB TO PC / Bluetooth Interface: Allows connection to a computer for audio interface functionality or wireless Bluetooth streaming.
• Ifihan Digital: Shows current DSP effect number or USB/Bluetooth status.
• PREV/NEXT/P/P/MODE Buttons: Control USB/Bluetooth playback and DSP effect selection.
• 16 DSP Effects Knob (PROGRAM): Selects one of the 16 built-in digital effects.
• PARAMETER koko: Adjusts a specific parameter of the selected DSP effect (e.g., delay time, reverb decay).
• MAIN METERS (LED): Displays the main stereo output level. Aim for levels around 0dB to avoid clipping.
• PHANTOM (+48V) Button: Activates phantom power for condenser microphones connected to XLR inputs.
• Olùdarí pàtàkì: Ó ń ṣàkóso gbogbo ìwọ̀n ìjáde ti àdàpọ̀ sitẹrio pàtàkì.
• PHONES Level Knob: Ṣe atunṣe iwọn didun ti iṣelọpọ agbekọri.
• STEREO Fader: Controls the level of the USB/Bluetooth/MP3 input.

6. Eto Itọsọna

Follow these steps to set up your ARMX-4 mixer:

1. Ibi: Place the mixer on a stable, flat surface, ensuring adequate ventilation around the unit.
2. Asopọ agbara: Ensure the mixer's power switch is OFF. Connect the provided power adapter to the DC IN jack on the rear panel of the mixer, then plug the adapter into a suitable AC power outlet.
3. Awọn isopọ Iṣjade: Connect the STEREO OUT (L/R) XLR jacks to your power amplifier, awọn agbohunsoke agbara, tabi wiwo gbigbasilẹ.
4. Awọn isopọ ti nwọle:
   • Awọn gbohungbohun: Connect microphones to the MIC/LINE XLR inputs (Channels 1-2). If using condenser microphones, activate the +48V PHANTOM power.
   • Awọn irinṣẹ Ipele-ila: Connect instruments like keyboards or guitars (with a DI box) to the 1/4" LINE inputs.
   • Stereo Sources: Connect stereo devices (e.g., CD player, external audio interface) to the 1/4" LINE inputs of Channel 3/4.
5. Agbekọri: Connect your headphones to the PHONES jack for monitoring.
6. Awọn Eto Ibẹrẹ: Before powering on, ensure all GAIN knobs are at their minimum, and all LEVEL faders/knobs (including MAIN and PHONES) are at their minimum.
7. Agbara Tan: Turn on the mixer's power switch. Then, turn on your connected amplifier tabi agbara agbohunsoke.

7. Awọn ilana Iṣiṣẹ

7.1 Ipilẹ dapọ

1. Set Input Gain: While the source is playing (e.g., speaking into a microphone), slowly increase the GAIN knob for that channel until the PEAK LED flashes only occasionally. This ensures a strong signal without distortion.
2. Adjust Channel Level: Slowly raise the channel's LEVEL knob to bring the sound into the main mix.
3. Ṣatunṣe Abajade Akọkọ: Gradually raise the MAIN fader to achieve the desired overall volume from your speakers. Monitor the MAIN METERS to ensure levels stay below clipping (0dB).
4. Use EQ: Adjust the HIGH, MID, and LOW EQ knobs on each channel to shape the tone of the sound.
5. Atẹle pẹlu Awọn agbekọri: Adjust the PHONES Level knob to set your headphone volume.

7.2 DSP Awọn ipa

Figure 7.1: Close-up of the DSP Effects section, showing the program display and control knobs.

The ARMX-4 features 16 built-in DSP effects:

1. Yan Ipa: Turn the PROGRAM knob to cycle through the 16 effects. The selected effect number will be shown on the digital display.
2. Adjust Effect Parameter: Use the PARAMETER knob to fine-tune the selected effect. For example, on a delay effect, this might adjust the delay time.
3. Apply to Channels: Use the FX knob on each individual channel to send a portion of that channel's signal to the DSP effects processor.
4. Adjust Overall FX Level: The overall level of the effects return is controlled by the dedicated FX return level (often integrated with the main stereo fader or a separate knob, depending on the specific model variant).

7.3 USB & Bluetooth Functionality

Figure 7.2: The USB and Bluetooth interface, showing connectivity options and controls.

The mixer supports USB/flash drive playback/recording and Bluetooth streaming. Note: USB and Bluetooth functions cannot be used simultaneously.

• USB Playback/Recording: Insert a USB flash drive into the USB port. Use the PREV/NEXT/P/P/MODE buttons to navigate and control playback. The mixer can also record directly to the USB drive. When connected to a PC via USB, the mixer acts as an audio interface for recording and playback.
• Ṣiṣanwọle Bluetooth: Press the MODE button until the display shows "BLUE" or a Bluetooth icon. On your smartphone or Bluetooth-enabled device, search for "ARMX-4" (or similar name) and pair. Once connected, you can stream audio wirelessly to the mixer. Use the built-in controls (PREV/NEXT/P/P) to play/pause/skip tracks.
• Adjust USB/Bluetooth Level: Use the STEREO fader/knob to control the volume of the USB/Bluetooth input in the main mix.

8. Itọju

• Ninu: Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the exterior of the mixer. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosols, as they may damage the finish or internal components.
• Ibi ipamọ: When not in use, store the mixer in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures.
• Afẹfẹ: Rii daju pe awọn šiši fentilesonu ko ni idinamọ lati ṣe idiwọ igbona.
• Iṣakoso USB: Avoid bending or crimping cables excessively, especially the power cord.

9. Laasigbotitusita

10. Awọn pato

Figure 10.1: Dimensions of the ARMX-4 Mixer (approx. 19.2 cm x 16.3 cm x 4.5 cm).

11. Atilẹyin ọja ati Support

This product is covered by a standard manufacturer's warranty. For specific warranty terms and conditions, please refer to the documentation provided with your purchase or contact your retailer. For technical support, troubleshooting assistance, or inquiries about replacement parts, please contact the customer service department of your retailer or the manufacturer directly.