STK Professional Audio VM 8 - User Manual

VM 6, 8, 6SD Stereo And
10SD Stereo Powered Mixers
Table Of Contents
1
Introduction...................................................................................
2
2
Warranty Information....................................................................
3
3
Channel Section.............................................................................
7
4
Master Section..............................................................................
7
5
Patch Bay Panel............................................................................
8
6
Rear Panel....................................................................................
9
7
Input Connections..........................................................................
9
8
Typical Set-Up.............................................................................
10
9
Block Diagrams.............................................................................
11
10
Specifications................................................................................
13
11
Digital Signal Processor Effects....................................................
15
ⅠIntroduction
The new VM-6,VM-8,VM-6SD and VM-10SD mixers offer solid, feature-packed
performance in a compact, economical format. The VM-8 features eight independent
channels, while the VM-6 features six channels. Each channel incorporates a low impedance,
XLR input and a high impedance quarter inch phone jack input. Separate pre-monitor sends,
active high and low equalization, and post reverb/effect sends are also provided for each
channel on the VM-6 & VM-8 versions.
The master section for the VM-6 & VM-8 provides controls for main, monitor,
effect send, effect return and master reverb send. The Vm-6 & 8 features a nine band
equalization. Both models EQ sections offer +/-15㏈cut/boost capability. Each VM-6, & 8
features a foot switchable, spring reverb, while the VM-6SD & VM-10SD offer 128 presets of
Digital Signal Processing (D.S.P.).
Backed by a Two-Year Limited Warranty, the VM 6, 8, 6SD and 10SD offer
portability, versatility, and dependability.

Summary

Important Safety Instruction

Warranty Information

Panel Descriptions

Front Panel Mono Channel Section

Front Panel Stereo Channel Section

Front Panel Master Section

Operation

System 1: Powered Stereo Operation

Outlines the setup and requirements for basic stereo powered mono mixer operation.

System 2: Internally Powered Stereo Operation with Separately Powered Monitor Speakers

Details the setup for stereo operation with external monitor speakers.

System 3: Main + Monitor Powered Operation

Explains the setup for combined main and monitor sound systems.

Care and Maintenance

Professional Operating Tips

Gain and Level Controls

Explains the proper adjustment of gain and level controls for optimal signal to noise ratio.

Room Equalization

Guides on using equalizers to compensate for room acoustics and improve sound quality.

General Specifications

Mixer;Amp Section

Input Specifications

Output Specifications

Digital Signal Processor Effects

STK Professional Audio VM 8 Specifications

General

Number of Channels	8
EQ	3-band EQ per channel
Channels	8 mono channels
Inputs	8 XLR/TRS combo inputs
Effects	Built-in digital effects processor
Phantom Power	+48V phantom power
USB Interface	Yes