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In this manual we talk about "line inputs". This is a global name for inputs with a level between 750mV and
2V. This includes tuners, videos, CD-players, etc.
There are many ways to connect audio equipment to this mixer. Just keep the following remarks in mind:
 Always connect cinch cables in the same way:
white or black cinch connector  left channel
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o red cinch connector  right channel
 Some inputs on the back panel have the possibility to receive a USB, phono or line input. Make sure to
assign the associated switch correctly:
o When you connect a CD-player, Cassette deck, MD-player, tuner, video recorder etc. don't
forget to put the associated switch to "LINE".
When you connect a turntable don't forget to put the associated switch to "PHONO".
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o When you connect a PC don't forget to put the associated switch to "USB".
Remark: When you connect the SynQ "X-TRM1" turntable, we suggest to put the turntable in line output.
Of course this means you must connect it to a line input on the mixer!
 Many Turntables have a GND-connection. It is preferable to connect this signal ground to the SMD-2. Use
the GND-connections, close to the signal input connectors.
 The record input of an analog recording device can be connected to the record output of the SMD-2 to
make analog recordings.
FUNCTIONS (FRONT)
1. 2-BAND TONE CONTROL FOR DJ-MIC: The frequency can be controlled over a range from -12dB to
+12dB. In the center position the tone control is flat. (switched off)
2. DJ MIC VOLUME: Used to adjust the level of the DJ mic.
3. DJ MIC ON/OFF SWITCH: Used to switch the DJ-microphone on/off
4. CROSS FADER CURVE: Adjusts the curve of the cross fader from smooth (left position) to sharp (right
position).
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5. CROSS FADER: equipped with a studio-grade professional fader, used to mix the signals from the 2
channels.
6. MASTER OUTPUT KNOB: Adjusts the output level of the master output.
7. LED VU METER: Accurate level meter. Very important: If you want a nice and clean sound, please pay
attention the VU-meters. Most DJs use this important instrument as a "flashy light effect" . They try to
push the meter constantly to its maximum. Let's be clear: a good DJ wants a clean, undistorted sound.
Levels over 0dB mean "distortion" so please keep an eye on the meter! 
8. INPUT SOURCE SELECTOR: Used to select the correct input on each channel: phono, line or USB.
There are also additional input selectors on the back.
Hint: Line, Aux, CD, Tuner, etc... are different names for inputs with almost the same signal levels.
9. GAIN LEVEL: Adjusts the input level on each channel, range goes from zero to maximum. Use this
control to adjust the level on the VU-meters at about 0dB.
10. CHANNEL VU METER: Each channel has its own LED VU-meter so you can adjust the gain level (9)
very quickly. Make sure the levels do not exceed 0dB (or 100%). The audio risks to be distorted when
the signal level comes in the red zone of the VU-meter.
11. 3-BAND TONE CONTROLS: The frequency of each channel can be controlled separately over a range
from -26dB to +12dB. In the center position the tone control is flat. (switched off)
12. VCA CHANNEL FADERS: Used to control the level of each channel. SMD-2 uses voltage controlled
amplifier technology which means that not the audio signal but only a small DC-voltage runs through the
studio-grade professional faders. This greatly improves the immunity against cracks in the music due to
worn out faders.
13. CUE LEVEL: Used to adjust the output level of the headphones. Note that, due to the high output power,
you can permanently damage your ears! Do not play at high volume!
14. SPLIT CUE BUTTON: Normally you hear a stereo signal in your headphones. When you press this
button, you will hear 2 different mono signals:
Note that the Cue mixing knob must be in the center position!
15. CUE MIX: With this knob you can mix the the input channels through the headphone output:
 Put the knob in the extreme left position to hear channel1.
 Put the knob in the extreme right position to hear channel2.
 Put the knob in any other position to hear a mix of the two signals.
This option makes it possible to check your mix before you put it on the master output.
16. HEADPHONES OUTPUT: Used to connect any headphones with 6,3mm or 3,5mm jack plug.
FUNCTIONS (REAR)
17. POWER SWITCH: Used to switch the mixer on and off.
18. MAINS INPUT: with IEC socket and integrated fuse holder, connect the supplied mains cable here.
19. MASTER BALANCED OUTPUT: The XLR-connectors can be used to connect the mixer to any
balanced amplifier input, using special balanced signal cables.
20. MASTER UNBALANCED OUTPUT: The same output signal as on the balanced master output(19) but
unbalanced. Can be used to connect unbalanced amplifiers.
21. RECORD OUTPUT: Carries the same signal as the master outputs but is not influenced by the master
level and balance controls. Used to connect analog recording equipment. You can also connect a
computer for direct digital recording, see USB connection (26).
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a. LEFT: Signal from CH1
b. RIGHT: Signal from CH2
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