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99bc5 Aqua Series Manual
99bc5 Aqua Series Manual
99bc5 Aqua Series Manual
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1. Introduction
2. Features at a Glance
3. Input Section
4. Output Section
5. Effects Section
6. Mixer Set up
7. Block Diagram
8. Technical Specifications
9. Notes
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2. Features at a Glance:
• 3 Band EQ per Channel. • Mix, Group & PFL Routing per channel.
• L/R Pan Potentiometer & signal LED per channel. • 2 Aux Sends - Aux + EFX (When internal EFX is not used).
• Globally Switched +48V Phantom Power. • Headphone and monitor outputs with level control.
• Stereo RCA Playback & record outputs. • 2 Sub groups with Individual outputs.
• Balanced XLR Outputs. • 7 band stereo Graphic Equalizer.
• Built in Multi-FX processor with Tap Tempo.
Models Available :
• Aqua 6 : 4 Mic /Line + 2 Stereo • Aqua 8 : 6 Mic /Line + 2 Stereo • Aqua 10 : 8 Mic /Line + 2 Stereo
3. Input Section:
The Input channel of the Aqua Series mixer has two connectors: MIC input & Line Input.
Please do not use both the Inputs at the same time. Doing this may permanently damage the equipment.
Please ensure the Gain levels, the Fader Levels & the Aux Controls are set to minimum while connecting or disconnecting inputs.
1. MIC Input: This electronically balanced XLR input is designed to accept low impedance balanced signals from microphones.
If you leave the jack input unplugged then the Mic/Line switch becomes a 20dB pad for the microphone. This lets you use the
XLR input for high output microphones, or for line level sources.
2. Line Input: The Line input will accept line level balanced or unbalanced signals using 1/4 inch stereo (TRS) Jack. The Line
input is designed for instruments like Keyboards, Guitars, Drum Machines and other electronic instruments. The Line input is
selected only when Mic/Line switch is pressed.
Balanced XLR Balanced TRS Un-Balanced TRS
Pin 1 Ground Tip +ve Phase Tip Signal
Pin 2 Hot (+ve Phase) Ring -ve Phase
Pin 3 Cold (-ve Phase) Sleeve Ground Sleeve Ground
3. Mic -20dB/Line Switch: Selects the line level jack input when pressed or becomes 20dB PAD for Mic XLR Input.
4. Gain Control: Turn this knob to control gain of both MIC and Line Input signal. Please do not operate at high gain levels as
this may lead to audio clipping causing signal distortion.
5. EQ Section: The Aqua Series Mixer has a 3 Band Equalizer on both Mic & Stereo channels. The EQ is designed to be easy
yet effective to use. It can be used to cut or boost certain frequencies to achieve a particular tone, or to eliminate any unpleasant
characteristics.
HF Control: The HF control can be used to cut or boost up to +/- 15dB at 12 kHz.
MF Control: The MF control can be used to cut or boost up to +/- 15dB at 2.5 kHz.
LF Control: The LF control can be used to cut or boost up to +/- 15dB at 60Hz.
6. EFX: Adjusts the level of the channel signal being fed to the post fade Aux bus & also sends signal to internal effects processor.
The Aux send can be used with external effects processors like Reverb and Delay units, Compressors etc.
Please note: effects return path from the external processors will have to be input to AUX In. (See Feature No.18)
7. Post-Pre Switch: This switch is used to select the aux signal as pre or post fader. When pressed the signal is sent pre-fade
and if released the signal is sent post-fade.
8. AUX: Adjusts the level of the channel signal Pre/Post being fed to the Aux bus.
Tip: The Aux send is used to provide a monitor mix to artist and also as an input in to a multi-track recorder.
9. Pan Control: This knob is used to pan the incoming signal between the Left & Right output channel. This knob can also be
used to route (send) the signal to particular Group outputs as selected by the routing switches.
10. Mute Switch & LED: This switch is used to mute the channel signal & it is indicated by the LED.
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11. Signal LED: Indicates the incoming signal. This led glows when the Pre fade signal reaches to -20dB.
12. PFL Switch: When pressed this sends signal from input channel to the headphone as well as bargraph. As this signal is pre
fader it is possible to listen to the signal or monitor on bargraph with fader fully down before it is routed to main or group output.
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13. G1-G2 Switch: This switch is used to route the channel signal to Group (G1/G2) output.
14. Channel Fader: This fader is used to set the level of incoming signal to the Main/Group outputs. It provides a visible indication
of channel level. Normal operating position is at “0”; however you have an optional headroom of +10dB.
15. L-R Switch: This switch is used to route the channel signal to main (Left/Right) output.
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16. Stereo Input Jacks: These TRS Jack Inputs are used to connect sources such as keyboards, drum machines, synthesizers, tape
machines or returns from processing units. The inputs are BALANCED for low noise high quality sound. Avoid using UNBALANCED
sources to prevent ‘hum’ being introduced into the sound system. Mono sources may be plugged into the left jack only.
17. 2 Track In: The RCA input is provided to connect external devices like Cassette Decks, iPod’s, MP3 player’s etc. The input level of
this can be controlled by the 2 track level knob. (See Feature No. 26)
18. AUX Return: Two balanced stereo return are available for outputs of effects units and are routed to Main L/R or Group (G1-G2)
buses. If a mono source is used, plugging into the Left jack only automatically feeds signal to both Left & Right.
19. AUX Return Fader: This fader is used to set the level of incoming signal to Main or Group outputs.
20. Phantom Supply Switch: This global switch is used to turn on the phantom power supply ( +48V ) for all channels, when using
condenser microphones.
WARNING: Do not switch ON Phantom Power before connecting a microphone. Make sure the output
levels are turned down.
21. 7 Band Stereo Graphic Equalizer: 7 band stereo graphic equalizer allows you to tailor the sound to room acoustics.
4. Output Section:
22. Group Faders: These faders control the Group outputs.
23. Group Out: This is a servo balanced output which allows the user to connect balanced or unbalanced cables without affecting
the output level.
24. Main Output Fader: These faders control main output level.
25. Main Out: This output jack is used to connect the Main output using balanced XLR connectors. The output level is determined by
the master fader. This is a servo balanced output which balanced or unbalanced cables without affecting the output level.
26. 2-TR/CD: The rotary control sets the level of the 2 Track Tape input, which is routed directly to the Main L-R output with use of
the adjacent “TO MAIN” switch. The RCA Phono connectors are unbalanced.
27. 2 Track Out: The RCA output is provided to record a master mix onto a recording medium. The output level of this is determined
by the master L/R fader; alternately the input level on the recording medium can be used for the same.
28. Power LED: This LED glows when power is being supplied to mixer.
29. PFL/AFL LED: This LED indicates the PFL/AFL selection status.
30. AUX Send Control: Adjusts the level going to Aux send jack.
31. AUX Send Output: This output is unbalanced. This signal is used to provide a monitor signal to the artist and also as the input
to a multi-track recorder.
32. EFX Send Output: This output is unbalanced. The EFX signal is routed to the internal effects processor via this socket. When an
output jack is inserted, the EFX signal is sent to the external effects processor & the internal effects processor is disconnected.
33. FS Mute: Connnect to a standard footswitch to switch on/off the internal effects. A flashing led at the effects module display
indicates if the effects processor is muted via the footswitch.
34. Phones Level: This knob is used to control the level of the headphone as well as monitor out.
35. Headphones Jack: This is used to monitor Main mix or PFL on individual channel using headphones. Adjust volume to
avoid hearing damage.
36. Monitor Output: These outputs let you listen to any PFL, Mix, Group-Mix from a group or the 2-Track tape return on an external
amplifier & speakers. The monitor output lets you hear the mix that is going to the FOH; thereby helping you set mix levels.
37. Level Meters: These 3-colour LED Meters are provided to monitor Main outs and AFL/PFL signal.
Tip: Keep the signal within the Yellow LED at peak levels for best performance.
5. Effect Section:
38. EFX Mix Fader: This fader controls the EFX level.
39. AFL Switch: When pressed this switch routes the EFX send & Aux Send post fade signal to Monitor/Headphone out.
40. EFX Send Control: This adjusts the level going to EFX send jack and also to the internal processor.
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41. Level: The LED level meter on the effects module displays the level fed to the effects processor. Take care to ensure that the clip
LED only lights up at peak levels. If it is lit constantly, you are overloading the effects processor and this could cause unpleasant
distortion. The EFX SEND knob determines the level that reaches the effects module. .
42. 24-BIT EFX PROCESSOR: Here you can find a list of all presets stored in the multi-effects processor. This built-in effects module
produces high quality standard effects such as reverb, chorus, flanger, delay and various combination effects.
These effects presets are designed to be added to dry signals. A signal has to be fed into the effects processor via the EFX send
knob in each channel.
The overall EFX send level can be adjusted via EFX SEND knob located below the effects processor module. The level of the effect
processor output can be adjusted via EFX MIX fader, which can be routed to Main and Group outputs.
The effects processor has 16 types of effects in total. Each effects type has two layers of adjustable sub-parameters. These functions
are controlled by the PROGRAM encoder and TAP switch.
Available Effects:
43. PROGRAM: This rotary encoder is used to select the effect preset.
Turn the PROGRAM control encoder to select the desired effect preset number. The display flashes as you scroll through the presets
menu.
To confirm the selected preset, press down on the PROGRAM knob. The flashing stops to show that the selected effect type has
been confirm.
When the effect type is selected, press down on the encoder to enter the first layer of parameters. The decimal point on the lower
right corner of the display will light up to show that you are in the first layer parameter interface. By turning the encoder at this time,
you can promptly change the selected effect specific parameters. The adjustments made will be immediately reflected in the sound
performance.
Step 1: Rotate program control to select Effect from list as a printed on panel. The display will show the selected effect no.
from 1 to 16.
Step 2: Press Tap switch to select & change Time Interval parameter. The display will show number with decimal point on
lower right corner.
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Step 3: Rotate program control to select number of repetitions.
Note: If the user does not follow the 3rd step, then after 5 seconds the display will return to the main menu & show the selected Effect
from 1 to 16.
• The Tap function with repetition is available with following effects:
Tap function with Time interval parameter (for speed variation) and number of repetitions is available with following effects:
Tap Led: This LED glows when the Tap function is selected. The LED also flashes as per repetition speed.
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6. Mixer Set Up:
Set up for live P.A. Operation
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DJ Mixer
Poweramp
DVD Player (Voice)
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CD Player FS Switch
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MAIN_L
MAIN_R
EFX
AUX
G1
G2
PFL\AFL_DET
PFL
PFL_DET
PFL
G-1 OUT
AUX G-1
EFX
G-1 ASSIGN TO L/R
7. Block Diagram:
MAIN_L
MAIN_R
G-1
G-2 OUT
G-2
G-2
PFL
LEFT OUT
MAIN_L
AUX
EFX
RIGHT OUT
MAIN_R
MAIN_L
MAIN_R
G-1
G-2
AFL PFL_DET
PFL
G-1
PFL
G-2
MAIN_L
MAIN_R
PFL_DET
AFL/PFL
EFX OUTPUT
MAIN_R
U+
PFL_DET AFL
AUX SEND
AUX
24 bit DSP PROCESSOR PFL
G-2 U+
FS MUTE
AFL
MAIN_L
MAIN_R
G1
G2
PFL
EFX
AUX
MAIN_L
MAIN AC
MAIN_R
INPUT
PFL\AFL_DET
POWER
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8. Technical Specification:
Models Aqua 6 Aqua 8 Aqua 10
Configuration 4 Mic/Line + 2 Stereo 6 Mic/Line + 2 Stereo 8 Mic/Line + 2 Stereo
Nominal Gain (Mic/Line/Stereo Line) 60dB, 40dB, 20dB
Max Gain (Mic/Line/Stereo Line) 80dB, 60dB, 40dB
Input Output Levels
Input Sensitivity
Mic (Gain Min/Gain Max) -10dBu/-60dBu
Line (Gain Min/Gain Max) +10dBu/-40dBu
Stereo Line (Gain Min/Gain Max) +10dBu/-20dBu
Aux Return 0dBu
2-Track In -2dBu
Max Input Levels
Mic +24dB
Line +24dB
Stereo Line +20dB
Aux +20dB
2-Track +20dB
Input Impedance
Mic Input 2KΩ Balanced
Line Input 20KΩ (Balanced)/10KΩ (Unbalanced)
Aux Return Input 20KΩ Balanced
Tape Record Inputs 10KΩ Balanced
Output Levels
Main/Group 0dBu (0.775V RMS) Nominal/ +22dBu (10V RMS) Max
Monitor 0dBu (0.775V RMS) Nominal/ +22dBu (10V RMS) Max
Record Out -2dB (600mv RMS)/ +22dBu (10V RMS) Max
Aux Send 0dBu (775mv RMS)/ +22dBu (10V RMS) Max
Output Impedance
Main/Group 75Ω
Monitor 75Ω
Record Out 1KΩ
Aux Send 75Ω
Phones 33Ω min
Frequency Response 20Hz to 20KHz (+0/-2dB)
Total Harmonic Distortion <0.006%
Noise
ERN Mic Input (150Ω) < -122dB
Ratio < -85dB
Equalisation
Mono MIC (Treble/Mid/Bass) ±15dB (12KHz HF / 2.5 KHz MF/60Hz LF)
Stereo Line (Treble/Mid/Bass) ±15dB (12KHz HF / 2.5 KHz MF/80Hz LF)
Effect 16 Effects, 24-Bit EFX Processor
Phantom supply +48V
Power Supply 150V-240V~50Hz, 15W max
Dimensions (W x D x H in mm) 322 x 316.5 x 134 376 x 316.5 x 134 430 x 316.5 x 134
Net Weight (Kgs.) 4.5 5.0 5.5
Gross Weight (Kgs.) 5.5 6.0 6.5
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9. Notes:
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