Ecler COMPACT 8 - Manual (Page 4)

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1. IMPORTANT REMARK
We thank you for trusting on us and choosing our COMPACT 8 mixer. In order to get the most in
operation and efficiency from your mixing unit, it is VERY IMPORTANT - before you plug anything - to
read this manual very carefully and take seriously into account all considerations specified within it.
In order to guarantee the optimum operation of this unit, we strongly recommend that its
maintenance be carried out by our Authorised Technical Services.
1.1. Safety Precautions
This apparatus must be earthed through its mains cable.
Do not expose the unit to rain or water splashes, and do not place liquid containers or
incandescent objects like candles on top of the unit. Do not obstruct the ventilation openings
with any kind of material.
Any change in the configuration of the unit must be carried out by a qualified technician.
Should any connection / disconnection task be done, always disconnect the unit from the mains
supply.
There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit.
2. INTRODUCTION
The COMPACT 8 merges flexibility, simplicity and ECLERs renowned quality into an universal
mixer which has been specially designed for non-technical users. This simple and intuitive mixer is
suited for a broad variety of installations, ranging from conference rooms, church sound systems, or
sport events to outdoor P.A. or presentations just to name a few.
Its reduced size and the specially designed chassis make it ideal both for rack mounting or as a
table-top unit. Last but not least, the technological concept and the carefully selected electronic
components make this mixer a 100% professional unit.
The COMPACT 8 incorporates 8 mixable channel, each with different input capabilities:
Channel 1-2-3
LINE A / LINE B / MICRO
LINE B switchable to PHONO from rear panel
MICRO switchable to MICRO ATT from rear panel
Channel 4-5-6
LINE A / LINE B / MICRO
MICRO switchable to MICRO ATT from rear panel
Channel 7
LINE A / AUX / MICRO
AUXILIARY on front panel
MICRO switchable to MICRO ATT from rear panel
Channel 8
LINE A / MICRO ATT / MICRO
Additional MICRO input on front panel
All channels feature a lever switch input selector, independent gain control for each channel and
3-band tone controls with semiparametric adjustment for the mid-band. (Center frequency adjustable,
fixed Q)
All inputs are PFL capable in order to visually (through the VU meters) and acoustically (through
headphones) monitor any signal connected to the inputs of the unit.