CARVIN MX2488 - Page 2

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For the New Owner
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The CARVIN MX2488 are full function audio mixing consoles. They are designed
to serve both as a control center for an eight track recording studio or for live
sound reinforcement mixing. Their signal routing capabilities, low noise spec's
and interconnect functions are targeted directly to professional recording
applications. But, because of their rugged construction and additional "live
reinforcement" features, the MX2488 double duty as very effective live sound
reinforcement consoles.
This manual will deal with both of these applications, while attempting to
present the various technical aspects of the consoles in an easy to read and
understand format. Because the ultimate performance of your console depends a
great deal upon the operator and the installation of the console, much of this
manual centers around "user oriented" diagrams and explanations. Therefore, the
content of this manual deals with explaining the features, various connections
and technical aspects of the MX2488 to assure you the best possible performance
from your studio or live performance situation.
Additional sections deal with some of the aspects of operating a sound system
in general. Sections involving Bi-amping and Tri-amping as well as suggestions
for maintaining and operating a sound system are included.
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We recommend that you read the entire Operation Manual. However, if you are
familiar with professional recording or live consoles, you may wish to skip to
Section #1 (MX2488 Control Descriptions). This section contains the basic
information about the features, various rear panel connections and technical
specifications of the MX2488. It contains all the important information needed to
be up and running for the more technically inclined user.
The appropriate descriptions of the MX2488's external power supply can be
found under "Rear Panel Connections" listed in Section #1-6 and #1-7 "MX2488
CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS".
Section #2 ( Getting Started Using Your New Carvin Console ) This section deals
with the use of your new console and how to get in contact with CARVIN should
you encounter any problems.
Section #3 ( Getting To Know the Features Of The MX2488 Consoles ) goes into
greater detail about the front and rear panel peatures common to both units. Each
of the features are numbered and correspond with a numbered picture that will
direct you to the feature described. Also, each number assigned to a feature will
correspond to the numbering included in Section #1 (MX2488 Control
Descriptions) for additional reference to a feature.
Section #4 ( Recording With The MX2488 ) offers information on
interconnecting tape recorders in a typical 8-track studio application. It deals