Stanton SMX-401 - Manual (Page 5)

1. Microphone 1 input - This combo (1/4”/XLR) connector is used to
connect a microphone. The volume is controlled by the MIC 1 knob.
2. Microphone 2 input - This 1/4” connector is used to connect a
microphone. The volume is controlled by the MIC 2 knob.
3. Mic 1 level - Controls the input level of Microphone input 1.
4. Mic 2 level - Controls the input level of Microphone input 2.
5. Mic equalizer - Individual controls for high frequency, midrange, and
low frequency equalization. The EQ controls both Microphone inputs.
Note: Any changes made to EQ settings will change the overall out -
put level.
6. Effect assign - Used to assign the effect signal to each channel or
the mic. The level of the effect is controlled by the Send and Return
knobs.
7. Pre fader listen - Selects the channel(s) - 1, 2, or 3 - to be pre-
viewed in the headphones.
8. Channel faders - Controls the output volume of each channel. The
signal is routed to the line faders after the gain, EQ, pan, and effects.
9. Crossfader - The crossfader is used to cross fade between channels
1 and 3.
10. Kill switches - Kill switches are used to completely eliminate Hi,
Mid, or Low frequencies from the audio. This is used for tricks dur-
ing a mix.
11. Headphone outputs - This is the headphone output jack to connect
your headphones.
12. Cue pan - Fades the headphone output between the PFL signal
(selected by the Cue Select buttons) and master output, effectively
allowing the user to preview a mix.
13. Cue level - Controls the volume of the headphone output.
14. Booth level - Controls the booth output level. This is basically a 2nd
output. It is usually used for monitoring in a DJ booth, but can be
used for various applications.
15/16. Effect Levels - Send and Return levels are used to control the
volume of the external effects unit connected to the SMX-401 using
the jacks labeled ‘send’ and ‘return’ on the back of the mixer. SEND
is the level of the signal sent to the effect unit, and RETURN is the
level of the processed signal returning from the the effects unit. the
signal sent to the unit is selected by pushing the ‘FX LOOP’ button.
17. Master output Pan- This is the pan or balance control for the mast
output.
D E S C R I P T I O N O F F U N C T I O N S
Removing a fader:
1. Make sure mixer is powered off and power supply is disconnected from
back of mixer.
3. Remove the fader to be cleaned or replaced by unscrewing the 2 outer
screws on the fader plate (removing the 2 inner screws will detach the
fader from the fader plate).
4. Disconnect the fader from mixer by removing the connector on the bot-
tom of the fader.
Installing a fader:
1. Once original fader has been removed, simply plug the 4-pin connec-
tor into the new fader.
3. Place fader back in mixer and replace 2 outer screws to secure fader.
Cleaning a Penny & Giles fader:
1. Remove 2 mounting screws from fader plate. (NOTE: The P&G fader
is designed with floating mounting threads for precise mechanical cen-
tralizing of the fader. If you desire to keep your fader`s current mount -
ing position we suggest that you make 2 marks on both ends of the
fader on the fader plate to indicate the P&G fader position.) See Figure
1.
2. Once fader is removed from unit, remove the two screws (A) from the
end of the fader body where the wires exit the fader casing. Pull away
the end block. Withdraw the dust cover (B). Taking great care, remove
the slider assembly (C), ensuring that the wiper contacts (D) are not
damaged as this will affect the operation of the fader. Clean the slider
assembly by gently wiping the wiper contacts and slider bearings (E)
using a tissue or cotton bud. If slider bearing
are excessively worn, as indicated by exces-
sive slider rocking then contact Stanton for
replacement.
3. Remove the single upper screw on the oppo-
site end block to remove the guide rail. Clean
the guide rail (F) with a tissue or cloth, remov-
After constant use the SMX-401 faders may need to be cleaned and
lubricated from time to time. This will ensure long life and keep a
smooth feeling throughout the fader's lifetime. Follow the instructions
below to lubricate and clean your faders:
Figure 1
F A D E R C L E A N I N G A N D R E P L A C E M E N T