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LYNX-MIX82/
LYNX-MIX82FX
8-CHANNEL MIXING CONSOLE
WITH DIGITAL EFFECTS
PHONES
1 MIC
2 MIC
3 MIC
J.T.
J.T.
2
1
1
3
4 MIC
2
1
3
5/6
2
1
3
7/8
LINE
J.T.
J.T.
2
AUX RETURNS
LINE
LINE
BAL/UNBAL
1 MIC
2 MIC
3 MIC
1
4 MIC
5/6
1
2
3
1
LINE
BAL/UNBAL
LINE
BAL/UNBAL
LINE
R
dB
+15 -35
AUX RETURNS
AUX SENDS
GAIN
50
0
dB
+15 -35
GAIN
50
0
L(MONO)
dB
+15 -35
GAIN
50
0
dB
+15 -35
GAIN
50
GAIN
50
0
LINE
dB
+15 -35
GAIN
50
0
GAIN
50
CTRL ROOM
MAIN MIX(BAL/UNBAL)
OUT
dB
+15 -35
-15
GAIN
12kHz
50
GAIN
-20
+20
dB
R
EQ
HI
0
L
dB
EQ
HI
dB
+20
+15
-15
GAIN
12kHz
-20
L
-20
GAIN
L
R
L
R
R
2
FX
CTRL ROOM
LINE
dB
+15 -35
CD/TAPE
R
R
dB
+15 -35
R
1
MON
BAL/UNBAL
EQ
0
L
R
2
FX
R
IX82
IN
+20
L
L(MONO)
LINE
BAL/UNBAL
LINE
OUT
1
MON
R
X-
LINE
LINE
R
LINE
CD/TAPE
L
3
0
LINE
1
IN
BAL/UNBAL
PHONES
7/8
LINE
2
3
BAL/UNBAL
LINE
J.T.
J.T.
2
3
L
L(MONO)
LINE
BAL/UNBAL
LINE
J.T.
J.T.
2
AUX SENDS
3
L(MONO)
LINE
IX82 X
X-
LINE
HI
dB
+20
+15
-15
-20
MAIN MIX(BAL/UNBAL)
EQ
GAIN
12kHz
EQ
HI
12kHz
L
EQ
HI
L
12kHz
R
HI
12kHz
R
15
16 1
2
10 9
8
3
14
4
13
5
6
12
+15
-15
+15
+15
-15
11
+15
-15
AUX RETURNS
7
PRESETS
MID
2.5kHz
MID
2.5kHz
15
+15
-15
+15
-15
+15
-15
+15
+15
-15
TO
MAIN
MIX
3
14
+15
-15
2
4
13
LEFT
-
+10
1
2
2
2
FX
FX
FX
-
+10
-
+10
PAN
-
PAN
-
+10
8
-
PAN
2
-
+10
PAN
PAN
3
RIGHT
1
MON
LEVEL
2
LEVEL
2
FX
FX
-
-
+10
BAL
8
OFF
BAL
2
FX
+10
8
-
ON
BAL
PEAK
PEAK
RIGHT
LEFT
-
RIGHT
LEFT
PHANTON
48V
TO
AUX1
MON
-
OFF
+10
ON
CD/TAPE IN
FX MUTE
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
VOCAL 1
VOCAL 2
LARGE HALL
SMALL HALL
LARGE ROOM
SMALL ROOM
PLATE
TAPE REVERB
SPRING REVERB
MONO DELAY
STEREO DELAY
FLANGER
CHORUS
REVERB + DELAY
REVERB + FLANGER
REVERB + CHORUS
-
+10
+10
CLIP
6
0
-6
-
-12
CTRL ROOM
/PHONES
-18
-24
-30
MAIN
CD/TAPE
L
R
OUTPUT LEVEL
CLIP
5/6 +10
LEVEL
7/8
MAIN MIX
6
LEVEL
LEVEL
0
OFF
MAIN
-6
-
BAL
8
CD/TAPE IN
RIGHT
+10
+10
+10
PEAK
LEFT
4
+10
FX
TO
+10
AUX1
MON
8
8
LEFT
-
-
POWER
+10
7
+10
PHANTON
48V
2
-
8
PAN
POWER
+10
8
8
-
2
AUX
SEND
PEAK
RIGHT
1
MON
+10
+10
8
8
8
LEFT
-
FX
+10
+15
-15
PAN
AUX
SEND
PEAK
RIGHT
1
MON
+10
+10
FX
-
8
PEAK
MON
-
+10
+10
-12
CTRL ROOM
+10
/PHONES
- -18
+10
8
8
AUX
SEND
PEAK
1
MON
-
+10
+15
-15
PAN
LEVEL
2
8
8
8
-
AUX
SEND
1
MON
-
+10
+15
-15
+10
-
LOW
FX
80Hz
+10
10 9
1
MON
TO
+10
MAIN
MIX
8
AUX
SEND
1
MON
-
+15
-
+15
11
AUX
SEND
1
-
5
6
12
VARIATIONS
+15
-15
1
MON
8
-15
-
+15
-15
AUX
AUX
AUX RETURNS
SEND
SEND
2
LOW
FX
80Hz
+10
LOW
80Hz
8
AUX
SEND
+15
-15
2
-
LOW
80Hz
+15
1
+15
-15
LOW
FX
80Hz
+10
-15
AUX
SEND
MID
MON
2.5kHz
+10
8
-15
-
+15
+15 HI
12kHz
+15
-15
1
2
-
-15
AUX
SEND
MID
MON
2.5kHz
+10
8
+15
-15
LOW
80Hz
8
-15
+15
+15 HI
12kHz
+15
-15
1
8
-15
LOW
80Hz
-15
AUX
SEND
MID
MON
2.5kHz
+10
LOW
80Hz
EQ
8
+15
+15 HI
12kHz
+15
8
-15
LOW
80Hz
-15
-15
8
+15
+15
MID
2.5kHz
8
-15
HI
12kHz
-15
MID
2.5kHz
8
+15
LOW
80Hz
EQ
8
HI
12kHz
-15
MID
2.5kHz
8
+15
LOW
80Hz
EQ
8
HI
12kHz
-15
LOW
80Hz
EQ
8
EQ
8
EQ
CD/TAPE
TO MAIN MIX
-
8
-15
16 1
8
MID
2.5kHz
8
MID
2.5kHz
8
MID
2.5kHz
8
MID
2.5kHz
+10
-24
2
-
+10
LEFT
RIGHT
4
LEVEL
8
8
+10
RIGHT
3
LEVEL
-
LEFT
+10
RIGHT
5/6
LEVEL
-
LEFT
+10
LEFT
RIGHT
+10
LEVEL
-
L
R
OUTPUT LEVEL
MAIN MIX
LEVEL
-
-30
MAIN
CD/TAPE
7/8
LEVEL
-
PEAK
+10
OFF
MAIN
CD/TAPE
TO MAIN MIX
-
8
RIGHT
PEAK
8
1
LEFT
PEAK
8
RIGHT
PEAK
8
LEFT
PEAK
8
PEAK
+10
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Version 1.0 Fer. 2009
English
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
PLEASE DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER OR
THE BACK PANEL OF THIS EQUIPMENT.
THERE ARE NO PARTS NEEDED BY USER
INSIDE THE EQUIPMENT. FOR SERVICE,
PLEASE CONTACT QUALIFIED SERVICE
CENTERS.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock
and fire, do not expose this equipment
to moisture or rain.
Dispose of this product should
not be placed in municipal waste
and should be separate collection.
11. Move this Equipment only with a cart,
stand, tripod, or bracket,
This symbol, wherever used, alerts you to the
specified by the
presence of un-insulated and dangerous voltages
manufacturer, or
within the product enclosure. These are voltages that
sold with the
may be sufficient to constitute the risk of electric
Equipment. When
shock or death.
a cart is used, use
This symbol, wherever used, alerts you to
caution when
important operating and maintenance instructions.
moving the cart /
Please read.
equipment
Protective Ground Terminal
combination to
ã AC mains (Alternating Current)
avoid possible
Hazardous Live Terminal
injury from tip-over.
ON: Denotes the product is turned on.
12. Permanent hearing loss may be caused by
OFF: Denotes the product is turned off.
exposure to \ extremely high noise levels.
CAUTION
The US. Government's Occupational Safety
Describes precautions that should be observed to
and Health Administration (OSHA) has
prevent damage to the product.
specified the permissible exposure to noise
1. Read this Manual carefully before operation.
level.
2. Keep this Manual in a safe place.
These are shown in the following chart:
3. Be aware of all warnings reported
with this symbol.
HOURS X DAY SPL EXAMPLE
4. Keep this Equipment away from water and
90 Small gig
8
moisture.
92 train
6
5. Clean it only with dry cloth. Do not use
95 Subway train
4
solvent or other chemicals.
97 High level desktop monitors
3
6. Do not damp or cover any cooling opening.
100 Classic music concert
2
Install the equipment only in accordance with
102
1,5
the Manufacturer's instructions.
105
1
7. Power Cords are designed for your safety. Do
110
0,5
not remove Ground connections! If the plug
0,25 or less 115 Rock concert
does not fit your AC outlet, seek advice from
a qualified electrician. Protect the power
According to OSHA, an exposure to high SPL in
cord and plug from any physical stress to
excess of these limits may result in the loss of
avoid risk of electric shock. Do not place
heat. To avoid the potential damage of heat, it is
heavy objects on the power cord. This could
cause electric shock or fire.
recommended that Personnel exposed to
equipment capable of generating high SPL use
8. Unplug this equipment when unused for long
hearing protection while such equipment is
periods of time or during a storm.
under operation.
9. Refer all service to qualified service personnel
The apparatus shall be connected to a mains
only. Do not perform any servicing other than
those instructions contained within the
socket outlet with a protective earthing
User's Manual.
connection.
10. To prevent fire and damage to the product,
use only the recommended fuse type as
indicated in this manual. Do not short-circuit
the fuse holder. Before replacing the fuse,
make sure that the product is OFF and
disconnected from the AC outlet.
The mains plug or an appliance coupler is used
as the disconnect device, the disconnect device
shall remain readily operable.
IN THIS MANUAL:
1. INTRODUCTION........................................................................1
2. FEATURES...............................................................................1
3. QUICK START...........................................................................4
4. CONTROL ELEMENTS...............................................................5
5. INSTALLATION & CONNECTION................................................11
6. APPENDIX.............................................................................13
7. PRESET LIST.........................................................................13
8. BLOCK DIAGRAM...................................................................14
9. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS....................................................15
10. WARRANTY.........................................................................16
1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the LTO LYNX-MIX82(FX) 8-channel mixing console with
24-bit digital multi-effect. It is just one of the many Alto products that a talented,
multinational Team of Audio Engineers and Musicians have developed with their
great passion for music. Your LYNX-MIX82(FX) is a remarkable compact mixing
desk that does not find many equals in the market today. With 4 microphone and
2 stereo Line-level inputs for small live performances, small studio recording and
general PA applications, your LYNX-MIX82(FX) also includes a 24-Bit digital multieffect with 16 Factory Presets . There is a three bands EQ on all input channels
and separate Main Mix and Control Room outputs for operation with different
volume settings. Use it for small GIGs and RECORDING. Your LYNX-MIX82(FX) also
is a flexible tool for your Multi-media presentations.
Enjoy your LYNX-MIX82(FX) and make sure to read this Manual carefully before
operation!
2. FEATURES
4 MIC input channels with gold plated XLR and balanced LINE input
2 stereo input channels with balanced TRS jacks
Ultra-low noise discrete MIC pre-amps with +48V Phantom power
Extremely high headroom offering e xtra dynamic range
Balanced inputs for optimal signal integrity
W arm, natural 3-band EQ on each channel
Built-in 24 bits digital effects processor(F or LYNX-MIX82FX Model)
P eak LED on each channel
2 AUX sends pre channel for e xternal effects and monitoring
Main output, Control room and headphone outputs
2- Track inputs assignable to main mix, control room/headphone outputs
Highly accurate 8-segment bar graph meters
1
3. QUICK START
This is the fastest way to get something out from your LYNX-MIX82(FX), if you
have a keyboard and a microphone.
a. With the Main switch in OFF position, connect the supplied AC Adapter to your
LYNX-MIX82(FX) first and then into the AC outlet, making sure that the
available voltage is the same with your LYNX-MIX82(FX).
b. Before turning on the LYNX-MIX82(FX), you shall connect it to a power amplifier
and speakers. Turning off the mixer BEFORE the power amplifier.
c. Plug the microphone into Channel 1 MIC IN.
d. Turn down AUX and LEVEL controls on the input channel.
e. Put the EQ controls on center position.
f. Turn on your LYNX-MIX82(FX).
g. With LEVEL control on "0" position, sing or speak in to the microphone with
normal volume and adjust the GAIN control so that the PEAK LED only blink
occasionally.
h. If you like, you can adjust the equalization at this stage.
i. Turn up MAIN MIX LEVEL until you get a comfortable volume.
j. Connect your stereo keyboard into CH 5/6 and repeat the same sequence.
Here you are. It is your first mix with your LYNX-MIX82(FX).
Once you have finished your working session you shall turn the mixer off AFTER the
power amplifier. Before disconnecting the AC Adapter always turn-off your
LYNX-MIX82(FX).Do not use solvents to clean your LYNX-MIX82(FX). A dry and
clean cloth will be OK.
2
3. QUICK START
SMALL GIG
MIC 1
MIC 2
MIC 3
STAGE MONITOR
DIGITAL EFFECT UNIT
MIC 4
CD PLAYER
PHONES
1 MIC
2 MIC
3 MIC
J.T.
J.T.
2
1
2
3
4 MIC
2
1
2
1
3
7/8
LINE
J.T.
J.T.
1
3
5/6
AUX RETURNS
L(MONO)
LINE
LINE
BAL/UNBAL
LINE
BAL/UNBAL
L(MONO)
AUX SENDS
L
BAL/UNBAL
LINE
GAIN
LINE
dB
0
50
+15 -35
GAIN
CD/TAPE
OUT
L
R
R
DAT
2
FX
CTRL ROOM
LINE
GAIN
dB
0
50
+15 -35
L
R
R
dB
0
50
+15 -35
IN
1
MON
LINE
BAL/UNBAL
R
LINE
IX82 X
X-
LINE
3
GAIN
dB
0
50
+15 -35
+20
dB
-20
GAIN
+20
dB
-20
GAIN
MAIN MIX(BAL/UNBAL)
L
R
L
ACTIVE SPEAKERS (ALTO PS4 HA)
DRUM MACHINE POWERED STAGE MONITORS
KEYBOARD
DAT OR TAPE RECORDER
R
BAR,PUB,RESTAUARNT
HEADPHONE
STEREO AUDIO FROM TV
WIRELESS MIC WIRELESS MIC
TV SCREEN
CD PLAYER
PHONES
1 MIC
2 MIC
J.T.
J.T.
2
3 MIC
1
2
3
4 MIC
2
1
2
3
7/8
LINE
J.T.
J.T.
1
3
5/6
1
IX82 X
X-
LINE
AUX RETURNS
AUX SENDS
IN
CD/TAPE
OUT
3
L
L(MONO)
LINE
LINE
BAL/UNBAL
LINE
BAL/UNBAL
L(MONO)
0
dB
+15 -35
GUITAR
LINE
50
GAIN
0
dB
+15 -35
GAIN
0
dB
+15 -35
R
2
FX
BAL/UNBAL
LINE
50
1
MON
LINE
BAL/UNBAL
GAIN
0
dB
+15 -35
CTRL ROOM
50
GAIN
+20
dB
-20
GAIN
R
R
LINE
50
L
R
R
LINE
L
+20
dB
-20
GAIN
L
2 TRACK RECORDER
MAIN MIX(BAL/UNBAL)
R
L
R
D/I BOX
DRUM MACHINE
ZONE 2 ACTIVE SPEAKERS
MAIN ACTIVE SPEAKERS
3
LYNX-MIX82(FX)
PHONES
1 MIC
2 MIC
3 MIC
J.T.
J.T.
2
1
1
2
3
5/6
1
2
3
7/8
LINE
J.T.
J.T.
2
3
4 MIC
1
L(MONO)
LINE
LINE
BAL/UNBAL
LINE
BAL/UNBAL
AUX RETURNS
BAL/UNBAL
0
LINE
GAIN
dB
50
+15 -35
0
GAIN
0
L
1
MON
R
2
FX
L(MONO)
GAIN
dB
50
+15 -35
0
GAIN
dB
50
+15 -35
+20
dB
GAIN
-20
+20
dB
-20
GAIN
EQ
EQ
EQ
EQ
EQ
EQ
HI
12kHz
HI
12kHz
HI
12kHz
HI
12kHz
HI
12kHz
-15
+15
-15
OUT
+15
-15
L
R
R
CTRL ROOM
LINE
HI
12kHz
+15
CD/TAPE
L
R
+15
-15
+15
-15
MAIN MIX(BAL/UNBAL)
L
15
16 1
2
R
R
4
5
6
11
+15
L
3
14
13
12
-15
IN
BAL/UNBAL
LINE
dB
50
+15 -35
AUX SENDS
LINE
R
LINE
IX82 X
X-
LINE
3
10 9
8
AUX RETURNS
7
PRESETS
MID
2.5kHz
MID
2.5kHz
15
+15
-15
+15
-15
+15
-15
+15
-15
+15
-15
16 1
2
TO
MAIN
MIX
3
14
+15
4
13
-15
AUX
SEND
1
8
1
PAN
PEAK
LEFT
RIGHT
RIGHT
8
-
+10
RIGHT
-
+10
RIGHT
+10
8
PEAK
LEFT
RIGHT
TO
AUX1
MON
7
-
+10
OFF
+10
ON
CD/TAPE IN
PEAK
FX MUTE
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
VOCAL 1
VOCAL 2
LARGE HALL
SMALL HALL
LARGE ROOM
SMALL ROOM
PLATE
TAPE REVERB
SPRING REVERB
MONO DELAY
STEREO DELAY
FLANGER
CHORUS
REVERB + DELAY
REVERB + FLANGER
REVERB + CHORUS
-
LEVEL
-
CLIP
+10
6
0
-6
-
+10
-12
CTRL ROOM
/PHONES
-18
-24
-30
MAIN
CD/TAPE
L
R
OUTPUT LEVEL
MAIN MIX
LEVEL
-
8
7/8
LEVEL
-
BAL
PEAK
LEFT
5/6
LEVEL
+10
BAL
PEAK
LEFT
4
LEVEL
-
+10
PAN
PEAK
LEFT
3
LEVEL
-
+10
8
PAN
8
RIGHT
-
+10
8
-
8
2
FX
8
2
FX
8
2
+10
10 9
+10
FX
-
11
MON
-
+10
PHANTON
48V
1
MON
-
+10
2
2
8
1
MON
-
5
AUX
SEND
FX
1
4
AUX
SEND
POWER
+10
6
12
VARIATIONS
+15
2
+10
+10
1
+10
-15
FX
PEAK
-
AUX
SEND
+15
2
PAN
LEFT
-15
MON
-
+10
+15
LOW
80Hz
FX
8
8
8
-
AUX
SEND
MON
-
+10
-15
1
MON
-
+15
LOW
80Hz
8
AUX
SEND
+15
LOW
80Hz
8
-15
8
+15
LOW
80Hz
8
-15
LOW
80Hz
8
LOW
80Hz
-
+10
OFF
MAIN
CD/TAPE
TO MAIN MIX
-
8
-15
8
MID
2.5kHz
8
MID
2.5kHz
8
MID
2.5kHz
8
MID
2.5kHz
+10
SP
OT
L
IG
4. CONTROL ELEMENTS
HT
2
1
5
4
10
PHONES
1 MIC
2 MIC
J.T.
J.T.
2
3 MIC
1
2
3
4 MIC
2
1
2
3
7/8
LINE
J.T.
J.T.
1
3
5/6
1
L(MONO)
LINE
LINE
BAL/UNBAL
LINE
BAL/UNBAL
LINE
dB
50
+15 -35
0
dB
50
+15 -35
0
IX82 X
IN
L
1
MON
R
2
FX
BAL/UNBAL
LINE
GAIN
AUX SENDS
LINE
BAL/UNBAL
LINE
GAIN
AUX RETURNS
L(MONO)
R
0
X-
LINE
CD/TAPE
OUT
3
dB
50
+15 -35
0
dB
50
+15 -35
CTRL ROOM
GAIN
+20
dB
-20
GAIN
3
L
R
R
8
9
R
LINE
GAIN
L
+20
dB
-20
GAIN
L
6
MAIN MIX(BAL/UNBAL)
R
L
R
7
1 MIC INPUT (1 to 4)
Your LYNX-MIX82(FX) is equipped with 4 low-noise microphone preamplifiers
with optional phantom power, 50 dB of Gain and 115 dB of S/N ratio. You can
connect almost any type of microphone. Dynamic microphones do not need
phantom power. Use phantom power only with condenser microphones but
make sure that the phantom power button is disengaged before connecting the
microphone. Phantom power will not damage your dynamic microphones but it
may damage tube or ribbon microphones so make sure to read the microphone
instructions manual before engaging phantom power. Use switch (24) to
activate/deactivatephantom power. These two channels are also equipped with
1/4" TRS balanced/unbalanced LINE-IN plugs to connect line-level instruments
such as keyboards, drum machines and effect devices.
NOTE: Never try to connect a line-level signal to the XLR MIC input when the
phantom power is engaged or you may seriously damage your equipment.
2 STEREO LINE INPUTS (5 to 8)
These are channels 5/6, and 7/8. They are organised in stereo pair and provided
with 1/4" TRS phone sockets. If you connect only the left jack, the input will
operate in mono mode, that is the mono signal will appear on both input
channels. You can use these inputs with a stereo keyboard, drum machine, etc.
3 GAIN
This control is provided with 2 different indication rings: one is for 1-4 channels,
with a range of 0~50dB when MIC is used and a range of +15~-35dB when
LINE is used, the other for 5-8 channels with a range of +20~-20dB. For
optimum operation, you shall set this control in a way that the PEAK LED will
light up only occasionally in order to avoid distortion on the input channel.
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4 AUX SENDS
For AUX1(MON) jack, use this to connect the input of an external amplifier or active
monitor speaker. For AUX2(FX) jack, use this to output the line level signal of the
AUX2 post fader bus. You can use it to feed the inputs of a stereo multi-effects
(you will need a Y-type cable ).
5 AUX RETURNS
You can use these stereo 1/4" phone sockets to return the stereo signal of an
effect unit to the Main Mix. Alternatively you can use them as an extra auxiliary
input and using the AUX RETURN level control as volume control. The signal will
be sent directly to MAIN MIX control.
6 CTRL ROOM OUTPUT
These 1/4" phone sockets will be used to send the signal to a pair of powered
Studio Monitor speakers or to a second set of PA.
7 MAIN MIX OUTPUTS
This stereo output is controlled by the Main Mix Level on the Master section
and will send the audio signal to an amplifier or to a pair of active speakers. The
output level can be varied from - to +10 dB.
8 CD/TAPE IN
Use the Tape input to connect a CD Player, Tape, DAT, iPOD or any other linelevel source. You can send this signal either to CONTROL ROOM OUTPUT and/
or to the MAIN MIX OUTPUT using the relative CD/TAPE TO select buttons.
9 CD/TAPE OUT
These RCA jacks will route the main mix signal into a tape or DAT recorder.
10 PHONES
This socket will be used to send the signal to a pair of headphones.
CHANNEL STRIP
11 LEVEL
This knob controls the channel's level from -
to +10 dB.
12 PEAK LED
This red LED will let you know about the status of the signals processed into
your LYNX-MIX82(FX).Connect a microphone or an instrument to your LYNXMIX82(FX) and sing/play at normal volume. Set the level control of that channel
so that the PEAK LED lights-up only occasionally. If this LED is always on, you
are experiencing a lot of distortion and you should turn the GAIN control down
or reduce the EQ boosting. If this led never lights up, turn the GAIN control up
again.
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13 PAN/BAL
-15
-15
HI
12kHz
15
MID
2.5kHz
16
LOW
80Hz
17
+15
+15
+15
AUX
SEND
1
MON
-
8
These two controls are used to adjust the level of the
signal sent to AUX buses, and their adjustable range
goes from to +10dB. AUX1 is configured as
PRE(MON)-FADER, so, generally, it can be used for
monitor application. While AUX2 is configured as
POST(FX)-FADER, therefore, most of the times, it will
be used for effects and processors input, however,
you can also changed it to PRE(MON)-FADER
configuration according to the specific application.
(For more detail, please see chapter 6.) In this typical
compact unit, excluding sending out directly to the
external effect or processor equipment, AUX SEND2
will also be sent to the internal onboard effect module.
-15
+10
8
14 AUX
EQ
+10
14
2
FX
-
PAN
13
PEAK
LEFT
RIGHT
12
1
LEVEL
11
-
8
This is the PANORAMA control, or balance control. You
can adjust the stereo image of the signal via this
control. Keep this control in center position and your
signal will be positioned in the middle of stage. Turn
this control fully counter clockwise and the signal
will be present only on the left speaker and vice-versa.
Of course a large number of intermediate positions is
available.
+10
3-BAND EQ
You have three EQ control for each mono and stereo input channel each providing
+/-15 dB of boost and cut (MID is +/-12 dB). The signal will be unaffected when
the controls are on center position. You may use an external equalizer to make up
a mix properly but a master equalizer will not have effect on a single channel and
you may overload the signal easily. Individual EQ will give you a much better control
on single tracks.
15 HI
If you turn this control up, you will boost all the frequencies above 12 kHz
(shelving filter). You will add transparency to vocals and guitar and also make
cymbals crispier. Turn the control down to cut all frequencies above 12 kHz.
In such way, you can reduce sibilances of human voice or reduce the hiss of a
Tape player.
16 MID
This is a peaking filter and it will boost/cuts frequencies with their center at
2.5 kHz. This control will affect especially upper male and lower female vocal
ranges and also the harmonics of most musical instruments.
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17 LOW
If you turn this control up, you will boost all frequencies below 80 Hz. You will
give more punch to bass drums and bass guitar; and you will make the male
vocalist more "macho". Turn it down and you will cut all the frequencies below
80 Hz. In this way you can avoid low-frequency vibrations and resonance thus
preserving the life of your woofers.
MASTER SECTION
18 MAIN MIX LEVEL
AUX RETURNS
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22
POWER
+10
PHANTON
48V
-
8
TO
AUX1
MON
19 PHONES/CONTROL ROOM LEVEL
This knob controls the signal sent to
CONTROL ROOM OUTPUT & PHONES
OUTPUT.
27
TO
MAIN
MIX
-
OFF
+10
ON
25
20
-
CLIP
+10
6
19
0
-
8
-6
+10
21
-12
CTRL ROOM
/PHONES
20 CD/TAPE IN
This knob controls the signal sent from
CD/TAPE IN.
26
CD/TAPE IN
8
This knob controls the level of the signal
sent to MAIN OUTPUTS and CD/TAPE
OUT. Also AUX RETURNS and CD/TAPE
IN signals will be sent to this control.
-18
-24
23
-30
MAIN
CD/TAPE
L
R
OUTPUT LEVEL
MAIN MIX
OFF
MAIN
24
-
8
18
CD/TAPE
TO MAIN MIX
+10
21 OUTPUT LEVEL METERS
These consist of two column of 8 LEDs each ranging from -30 dB to +18 dB
(CLIP). The 0 LED corresponds to a level output of 0 dBu. The CLIP LEDs come
to life when the output reaches +18 dBu. Set the MAIN MIX level control so
that the CLIP LEDs only flashes occasionally. In general, you get a good mix
level when the Meter LEDs operate in the range 0 to +6. If you exceed +6,
you will get distortion. If even -30 LEDs are sleeping your signal-to-noise ratio
will suffer.
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22 AUX RETURNS
TO MAIN MIX, This control is used to control the volume of the processed
signal sent to Main Mix bus, which can be varied from - to+10 dB.
TO AUX1 MON, This control is used to control the volume of the processed
signal sent to Monitor Mix, which can be varied from - to +10 dB.
23 MAIN/CD/TAPE
If you push down the CD/TAPE TO CONTROL ROOM button, the CD/TAPE IN
signal will be routed into the Control Room output and the level will be adjusted
by the Control Room knob nearby the Main MIX LEVEL knob.
24 CD/TAPE TO MAIN MIX
If you push down the CD/TAPE TO MAIN MIX button, the CD/TAPE IN signal will be
routed into the MAIN output and will be adjusted by the MAIN MIX LEVEL knob.
25 PHANTOM PWR Switch
This button will apply +48 Volt Phantom Power only to the 4 XLR MIC input
sockets. When condenser microphones are not used, please make sure that
the Phantom Power is disengaged.
26 PHANTOM LED
This LED indicates when the PHANTOM POWER is engaged.
27 POWER LED
This LED indicates when your LYNX-MIX82(FX) is switched on.
DSP SECTION(For LYNX-MIX82FX Model)
There is a powerful 24-bit/256 preset digital multi-effects included in your LYNXMIX82FX Effects include reverbs, chorus, flanger, delay and combinations of the
above.
28 PRESETS
This knob will select one of the 16 Factory Presets.
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28
2
3
4
13
5
6
12
11
29 VARIATIONS Control
For each of the 16 Factory Presets you can apply
up to 16 variations, so in total your LYNXMIX82FX offers 256 different presets. If you want
to know which parameter is modified by this control,
please look at the following chart.
16 1
14
10 9
8
7
PRESETS
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16 1
2
3
14
29
4
13
5
6
12
11
10 9
8
7
VARIATIONS
30
PEAK
31
FX MUTE
1. LARGE HALL
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30 PEAK LED
This LED lights up when the input signal is too strong.
31 FX MUTE Switch
This switch is used to activate/deactivate the effect facility.
REAR PANEL
SERIAL
MODEL
DESIGNED IN ITALY
18VAC~
RATED POWER
CONSUMPTION 27W
33
POWER
ON
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
REPLACE WITH THE SAME TYPE FUSE AND RATING
DISCONNECT SUPPLY CORD BEFORE CHANGING FUSE
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32 POWER SWITCH
This switch is used to turn the main power ON and OFF.
33 AC INPUT
This connector is used to connect the supplied AC 18V Adapter.
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5. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION
Ok, you have got to this point and you are now in the position to successfully
operate your LYNX-MIX82(FX) . However, we advise you to read carefully the
following section to be the real master of your own mix. Not paying attention
enough to the input signal level, to the routing of the signal and the assignment of
the signal will result in unwanted distortion, a corrupted signal or no sound at all.
So you should follow this procedure for every single channel:
1. Turn down all Input and Output Gain Controls.
2. Connect phantom powered microphones before switching on the +48 Volt
phantom power switch.
3. Set the output level of your LYNX-MIX82(FX) or the connected power amplifier at
no more than 75%.
4. Now, set the CONTROL ROOM/PHONE level at no more than 50%.
5. Position HI, MID and LOW EQ controls on middle position.
6. Position panoramic (PAN/BAL) control on center position.
7. With a pair of headphones or studio monitor speakers connected apply a
Line Level input signal so that the PEAK LED does not light up.
8. While speaking into the microphone (or playing the instrument), adjust the
channel level control so that the PEAK LED will blink occasionally, in this way
You will maintain good headroom and ideal dynamic range.
9. Now repeat the same sequence for all input channels. The Main LED Meter
could move up into the red section. In this case, you can adjust the overall
output level through the MAIN MIX control.
Audio Connections
You can connect unbalanced equipment to balanced inputs and outputs. Simply
follow these schematics.
Sleeve
Ring
Tip
Ring=Right Signal
Tip=Left Signal
Strain Clamp
Sleeve=Ground/Screen
Use for Headphone, Stereo Return
1/4" Stereo (TRS) Jack Plug
Sleeve Tip
Tip=Signal
Strain Clamp
Sleeve=Ground/Screen
Use for Mono Line In, Mono 1/4"Jack Plugs
1/4" Mono (TS) Jack Plug
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2
2=Hot(+)
1
3
1=Ground/Screen
2
2=Hot(+)
1
3
1=Ground/Screen
3=Cold(-)
3=Cold(-)
Use for Balanced Mic Inputs
(For unbalanced use, connect pin 1 to 3)
Use for Main output
(For unbalanced use, leave pin3 unconnected)
3-pin XLR Male Plug
3-pin XLR Line Socket
(seen from soldering side)
(seen from soldering side)
6. APPENDIX
PREFADER AND POSTFADER CONSIDERATIONS
Interesting consideration! Where are the faders in your LYNX-MIX82(FX)??
Actually a fader is usually regarded as a slider, that is a linear potentiometer. All
potentiometers in your LYNX-MIX82(FX) are of rotary type but we keep the prefader/post-fader description that is quite industry standard and easily
understandable. When your LYNX-MIX82(FX) leaves the Alto Factory, the AUX
bus of all input channels is wired post-fader. In this way, the Aux bus can be
used for the internal or external multi-effect. If you want to use the LYNXMIX82(FX) Aux bus for powered stage monitors, you should disconnect the aboveindicated POST route track and solder the PRE route track like in this drawing. In
this way, the signal is routed to the AUX SENDS output before the Channel
Level control.
AUX
AUX
(PRE)
(PRE)
Disconnect
the POST route
POST
Before
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Solder the
PRE route
POST
After
7. PRESET LIST
NO.
Preset
Description
Controllable Parameter
Parameter
Variable range
1
VOCAL1
Simulate a room with small delay time.
Decay time
Pre-delay
0.8~1.1s
0~79ms
2
VOCAL2
Simulate a small space with slight decay time
Decay time
Pre-delay
0.8~2.5s
0~79ms
3
LARGE HALL
Simulate a large acoustic space of the sound.
Decay time
Pre-delay
3.6~5.4s
23~55ms
4
SMALL HALL
Simulate a stage space of the sound.
Decay time
Pre-delay
1.0~2.9s
20~45ms
5
LARGE ROOM
Simulate a studio room with many early reflections
Decay time
Pre-delay
2.9~4.5s
23~55ms
6
SMALL ROOM
Simulate a bright studio room.
Decay time
Pre-delay
7
PLATE
Simulate the transducers sound like classic bright
vocal plate.
Decay time
Pre-delay
0.7~2.1s
20~45ms
0.6~6.1s
10ms
8
TAPE REVERB
Simulate a record head and multiple playback heads
at intervals along the tape.
Decay time
Pre-delay
1.3~5.4s
0~84ms
9
SPRING REVERB Simulate the analog transducers' springs lightly
stretched sound.
Decay time
Pre-delay
1.3~5.4s
0~35ms
10
MONO DELAY
Reproduce the sound input on the output after a
lapse of time.
11
STEREO DELAY
Recreate the input sound on the stereo output with
different time.
12
FLANGER
Simulate to play with another person carrying
out same the notes on the same instrument
Rate
0.16~2.79Hz
13
CHORUS
Recreate the illusion of more than one instrument
from a single instrument sound
Rate
0.5~5Hz
14
REV.+DELAY
Delay with room effect
15
16
Period
Period
Feedback
60~650ms
210~400ms
37~73%
Decay period
Rev.decay time
211~375ms
1.0~2.9s
REV.+FLANGER Stereo chorus and large room reverb
Flanger Rate
Rev.decay time
0.16~2.52Hz
REV.+CHORUS
Chorus rate
Rev.decay time
0.5~4.74Hz
1.5~2.9s
Stereo flanger and large room reverb
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9. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Input channels
Microphone input
Frequency response
Distortion (THD & N)
Gain range
SNR (Signal to Noise Ratio)
Line input
Frequency response
Distortion (THD & N)
Sensitivity range
electronically balanced, discrete input configuration
20 Hz to 22 kHz, +/ 1 dB
<0.005% at +4 dBu, 1 kHz
0 dB to 50 dB (MIC)
115dB
electronically balanced
20 Hz to 22 kHz, +/ 1 dB
0.005% at +4 dBu, 1 kHz
+15 dBu to 35 dBu
Impedances
Microphone input
All other inputs
Tape out
All other output
1.4 k Ohm
10 k Ohm or greater
1 k Ohm
120 Ohm
Equalization
Hi shelving
Mid bell
Low shelving
+/
+/
+/
15 dB @12 kHz
15 dB @ 2.5 kHz
15 dB @ 80 Hz
DSP Section
A/D and D/A converters
DSP resolution
Type of effects
Presets
Controls
Main Mix Section
Noise (bus noise)
Max output
AUX Returns gain range
AUX Sends max out
24-bit
24-bit
Hall,Room,Vocal&Plate REVERBS Mono & STEREO DELAY
(Max DELAY TIME 650ms) Chorus,Flanger&Reverb
MODULATIONS REVERB+DELAY, REVERB=CHORUS,
Combinations
256
256-position PRESET Selector, CLIP LED, MUTE SWITCH
With LED Indicator
Fader 0 dB, channels muted: 93 dBr (ref.:+4 dBu)
Fader 0 dB, all input channels assigned and set to
UNITY gain: 91 dBr (ref.:+4 dBu)
+22 dBu unbalanced, 1/4" jacks
- to +10 dB
+22 dBu
Power Supply
Main voltage
Power Consumption
18V~, 1500mA
27 Watts
Physical
Dimension(W D H)
Net Weight
Shipping weight
Shipping weight
Volume
256*250*72mm
2.3Kg
16.5Kg(4Pcs)
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10.WARRANTY
1. WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD
To obtain Warranty Service, the buyer should first fill out and return the enclosed Warranty Registration Card within 10 days of the Purchase Date.All the
information presented in this Warranty Registration Card gives the
manufacturer a better understanding of the sales status, so as to purport a
more effective and efficient after-sales warranty service.Please fill out all the
information carefully and genuinely, miswriting or absence of this card will void
your warranty service.
2. RETURN NOTICE
2.1 I n case of return for any warranty service, please make sure that the product is well packed in its original shipping carton, and it can protect your
unit from any other extra damage.
2.2 Please provide a copy of your sales receipt or other proof of purchase with
the returned machine, and give detail
2.3 A brief description of the defect will be appreciated.
2.4 Please prepay all the costs involved in the return shipping, handling and
insurance.
3. TERMS AND CONDITIONS
3.1
LTO warrants that this product will be free from any defects in materials
and/or workmanship for a period of 1 year from the purchase date if you have
completed the Warranty Registration Card in time.
3.2 The warranty service is only available to the original consumer, who purchased this product directly from the retail dealer, and it can not be transferred.
3.3 During the warranty service, LTO may repair or replace this product at
its own option at no charge to you for parts or for labor in accordance with
the right side of this limited warranty.
3.4 This warranty does not apply to the damages to this product that occurred
as the following conditions:
Instead of operating in accordance with the user's manual thoroughly, any
abuse or misuse of this product.
Normal tear and wear.
The product has been altered or modified in any way.
Damage which may have been caused either directly or indirectly by another
3.5 In no event shall LTO be liable for any incidental or consequentialdamages.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
conse quential damages, so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you.
3.6 This warranty gives you the specific rights, and these rights are compatible
with the state laws, you may also have other statutory rights that may vary
from state to state.
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