SoundCraft MPM 12/2 User Manual

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USER GUIDE

SoundCraft MPM 12/2 Specifications

General

Brand	SoundCraft
Model	MPM 12/2
Category	Music Mixer
Language	English

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Safety Symbol Guide

Warnings and Cautions

Alerts users to dangers and important operating instructions.

Wiring Up Inputs

Mic Input Details

Covers XLR mic inputs, impedance, and phantom power.

Line Input and Insert Points

Explains 1/4" jack line inputs and pre-EQ insert points.

Wiring Up Outputs and Stereo Inputs

Stereo Input Channels

Output Connections

Describes Mix, Aux, and Headphone outputs and their wiring.

Signal Integrity: Polarity and Grounding

Mono Input Channel Connections

Mic, Line, and Insert Ports

Details the physical input connections for mono channels.

High-Pass Filter and Insert Point

Mono Input Channel Processing

Gain and Equaliser Controls

Covers gain setting and the HF/MF/LF equalization parameters.

Aux Sends and Pan Control

Mono Input Channel Functions

Mute, PFL, and Peak Indicators

Mix/Group Routing Selection

Stereo Input Channel Controls

Stereo Inputs and Gain Control

Covers stereo line inputs and gain adjustment.

Stereo EQ and Aux Sends

Stereo Input Channel Functions

Balance, Mute, and Fader Operation

PFL and Peak Signal Indicators

Master Section Overview

Power, Phantom Power, and 2-Track Inputs

Monitoring and Output Level Controls

Mix and Group Faders

Master faders for Mix and Group outputs.

Master Section Functions - Inputs and Monitoring

Phantom Power and 2-Track Input Details

Explains phantom power, 2-track inputs, and level control.

Monitor Source Selection

Master Section Functions - Outputs and Metering

Headphones and Metering Systems

Mix, Group, and Output Routing

Describes mix/group faders, routing, and output types.

Auxiliary Master Controls

Aux Masters and AFL Routing

Pre/Post Fade Switches and Aux Outputs

Using Your MPM Console

Initial Setup Procedure

Step-by-step guide for initial mixer setup and gain staging.

Optimizing Mix Levels and Gain Staging

Typical Connecting Leads and Connectors

Audio Connector Types Explained

Balanced and Unbalanced Cable Wiring

Typical Technical Specifications