Rane MM 12 User Manual

1. WARRANTY EXPLANATION
Rane offers a limited warranty which covers both parts and labor necessary to repair any
defects in the manufacturing of the MM 12.
The warranty period for the MM 12 is two (2) years, and is determined from either of these two
methods, whichever is longer:
l. Starting from the date of retail purchase as noted on either the sales slip from an
authorized Rane dealer, or on the warranty registration card sent in to the factory,
or:
2.Starting from the date of manufacture which is coded on both the inside and outside of
the MM 12 chassis, in case the sales slip or warranty card is not available.
If you send in the registration card or retain your sales slip as proof of purchase, you will receive
a full two (2) year warranty period from the date of purchase regardless of the date of
manufacture. If you do not send in the registration card (”I forgot..“), or you do not have a sales
slip from an authorized Rane dealer (“My cat ate it..“), the MM 12 will be underwarranty only
within two (2) years from the date of manufacture.
All registered warranties are tracked by SERIAL NUMBER, not by owner. Once your MM 12 is
registered it will be covered the full two (2) years regardless of any change in ownership.
Should you encounter any problems with the MM 12 be sure to contact either your local Rane
dealer or the Rane factory before taking the MM 12 anywhere for repairs. We will help you to
identify and locate any specific malfunctions, possibly avoid needless shipment, or instruct
you as to the speediest method for authorized repair.
If you must send the MM 12 to the factory or warranty station, BE SURE TO INCLUDE THE
FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
1. YOUR COMPLETE NAME AND SHIPPING ADDRESS.
2. THE SERIAL NUMBER OF YOUR MM 12.
3. A COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF ANY AND ALL PROBLEMS YOU ARE EXPERIENCING
WITH THE MM 12.
Never ship the MM 12 in any shipping carton other than the original or a replacement supplied
by Rane. Ship only by a reputable carrier-we do not recommend parcel post due to a high
incidence of damage or loss. Be sure to insure the package for the full replacement value.
Note: Be sure to remove the MM 12 from any rack or carrying case prior to shipment to the
factory or a warranty station, otherwise you will be charged for the additional time to remove
and reinstall the unit
If you need further assistance concerning the repair, installation or operation of your MM 12
please feel free to contact Rane galactic headquarters at
Rane Corporation
10802 47th Ave. W.
Mukilteo, WA 98275
Phone: (425)355-6000

Rane MM 12 Specifications

Inputs

input impedance	8k ohms in MIC or LINE
active gain control	20 dB to 70 dB in MIC, 10 dB to 30 dB in LINE
maximum input levels	+2 dBm (1V) in MIC, +12 dBm (3V) in LINE

Outputs

maximum output level	+19 dBm (7.0 V into 600 ohms, 20-20k Hz)
minimum output load impedance	600 ohms
output impedance	50 ohms

Headphone Cue Amplifier

maximum average (RMS) power output per 8 ohm headset	700 mW
maximum gain	28 dB
THD + Noise	less than 0.1% typical; less than 0.4% 20 - 20k Hz

Overall Performance

THD + Noise	less than .03% @ +4 dBm
IM Distortion (SMPTE) @ +4 dBm	less than .03%
frequency response	20 - 20k Hz, +0/-3 dB

General Specifications

dimensions	21” H X 19” W X 2½” Rack depth
weight	24 Ib net
slew rate	10 V/µS

Summary

INSTALLATION

House Location for Main Mix Operator

Wiring configuration for using MM 12 with the main mix operator.

Stage Location for Dedicated Monitor Mix Operator

Wiring configuration for using MM 12 with a dedicated monitor mix operator.

OPERATION

Input Channel

Block diagram and description of the MM 12 input channel.

Output Channel

Block diagram and description of the MM 12 output channel.

Input Assignments

Details on submixing multiple instruments and re-assigning submixes.

Output Mix Matrix

Explanation of the MM 12's output-oriented mix matrix design.

Parametric Output Equalizers

Procedure for using parametric EQ to minimize feedback problems.

Headphone Cue System

Using the cue system to make monitor adjustments.

Using Expand Inputs

Procedure for using two MM 12s together for expanded input/output.

SPECIFICATIONS

Inputs

Detailed specifications for the MM 12 inputs.

Outputs

Detailed specifications for the MM 12 outputs.