American Audio Mixer MX1400 DSP User Manual

 compatible dual CD player connected to channels one and two. When the Fader "q" Start option 
 is  turned  on,  sliding  the  crossfader  to  the  far  left  position  will  trigger  playback  on  CD  player 
 1.  When  the  crossfader  is  pushed  to  the  far  right  position,  playback  on  CD  player  2  will 
 begin,  and  CD  player  1  will  return  to  the  cue  position.  Refer  to  your  American  Audio  CD 
 player  user  manual  for  setting  CUE  POINTS.  Turn  the  ON/OFF  SWITCh...

however, master volume is controlled by the master volume Control (14).
31. channeL voLuMe  Fader - These faders are used to control the output signal of any source 
assigned  to  its  particular  channel.  however,  master  volume  is  controlled  by  the master volume 
Control (14).
32.  Fader  assiGn sWitch  - This  switch  assigns  a  channel  to  the Crossfader  (21).  When  a 
channel is assigned to the left side of the Crossfader (21) that channels output level is routed to 
and controlled by the...

phone signal.
36.   channeL  Gain  controL  - This  adjustment  is  used  to  adjust  the  audio  source  signal  input 
gain  for  a  channel.  Never  use  the  gain  control  to  adjust  a  channels  output  volume.  Setting  the  gain 
level properly will ensure a clean output signal. An improper gain level adjustment will send a distorted 
signal throughout the entire audio line which may damage speakers and amplifiers. To properly set a 
channels gain level control:
   1. be sure the master  volume...

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37. channe L 4 pLaY er contro L - This jack is used to control the “ q-Start” function between the 
mixer and a compatible American Audio® or American DJ® CD Player. Using the mini plug included 
with your CD player, connect from the CD player controller out jack to this jack. Channel 4 “ q-Start” 
functionallity will be controlled by the right side of the Crossfader (21). For more information on 
“q -Start”...

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“q -Start” functionallity refer to the user manual included with your CD player.   be sure to only use 
the  mono  tip  mini  plug  included  with  your  CD  player  to  avoid  damage  to  the  mixer  and/or  the  CD 
player.
41.   channe L 4: Line 4 input  Jacks  - These Jacks are used for line level inputs. Connect CD 
players or Tape Decks to line level inputs. Line level musical instruments with stereo outputs...

colored RCA jack represents the right channel input and the white represents the left channel input. 
Input volume will be controlled by channel three fader. The channel sour Ce s ele Ctor Knob (5) 
must be in the "Line 1" position, to monitor any source connected to these jacks.
48.    channe L  1: phono   1/au X  1  input   - The  type  of  input  must  directly  reflect  the  selected 
mode of the line  level  sele Ctor  swit Ch (52). Turntables equipped with MM pickup cartridge 
(All DJ...

wil range from 0v ~ 9v. This function may be used to limit the maximum siganl output level.
58.  ac connection  - This connector is used to supply main power to the unit via the included 
detachable power cord. The power connection uses an I.E.C. type connector, use only the supplied, 
polarized AC power cord. Use only a power cord that matches this type of connection.  be sure to 
only connect this unit to a power outlet that matches the printed power label on the unit. Never use 
a power cord when the...

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  MX-1400  DSP                       DSP  EFFECT  CONTROLS aND  FUNCT iONS
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60.    eFFects  indicator  - When  any  of  the  eight  effects  are  in  use,  these  indicators  will  glow  to 
match any of the eight effects that may be functioning.
61.   depth  F eedback  dispLa Y  - The  Depth  Feedback  digital  display  will  indicate  the  parameter 
ratio percentage. Turning the DEPTh FEEDbACk  kNOb (15)...

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  MX-1400  DSP                                    T YPiC aL  Mi XER   SET -UP
C A S S E T T E   D E C K
TURNTABLE
This image details a typical DJ Set Up consisting of a microphone, turn-
tables, CD players, and a tape deck.
note: Turntables can only be connected to the PhONO LEvEL  RCa 
JaCkS. be sure the LiNE LEvEL  SELECTOR SwiTChES are in the 
"PhONO" position when using turntables. 
TURNTABLE 

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Speaker Cables
balanced XLR male to XLR female Cables
American Audio V4001™
Typical balanced Output Set-up
This  image  details  a  typical  stereo  output  layout.  Note  the  use  of  the  balanced  XLR  Jacks  on  both 
the mixer and the amplifier.  Always use the balanced output jacks whenever possible. The balanced 
output...