Gig 8 ORDERCODE D2203
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DAP Audio DAP Audio GIG 8™ Product Guide Warning..…...................................................................................………………………………………….. Safety-instructions………………………………………………………………………………………….…. Operating Determinations……………………………………………………………………………………. 2 2 3 Description..…..............................................................................……….………………………………… Features………………………………………………………………………………….………………….…. Overview ..…………………………………………………………………………………….………....……. Front and Backside.
WARNING CAUTION! Keep this system away from rain and moisture! FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START-UP! SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Every person involved with the installation, operation and maintenance of this system has to: be qualified follow the instructions of this manual CAUTION! Be careful with your operations.
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Make sure you don’t use the wrong kind of cables or defective cables. Make sure that the signals into the mixer are balanced, otherwise hum could be created. Make sure you use DI boxes to balance unbalanced signals; All incoming signals should be clear. Make sure that the available voltage is not higher than stated on the rear panel. Make sure that the power-cord is never crimped or damaged. Check the system and the power-cord from time to time.
Description of the device Features The GIG 8 is a mixer from Dap Audio.
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Installation Remove all packing materials from the GIG 8. Check that all foam and plastic padding is removed. Connect all cables. Always disconnect from electric mains power supply before cleaning or servicing. Damages caused by non-observance are not subject to warranty. Mono Input Channels Channels 1-4 are mono, with a choice of balanced Mic or Line inputs. While a large external power supply ensures low noise and superior transient response at all times.
Set Up and Operation Before plugging the unit in, always make sure that the power supply matches the product specification voltage. Do not attempt to operate a 120V specification product on 230V power, or vice versa. Mono Input Channel Each mono channel comes with a XLR Mic input (1) and a balanced Line input on 1/4” jack (2). Phantom powering is switch able from the panel (32). The trim circuit has a wide range from +10dB to +60dB, obviating the need for mic / line switching.
3. Aux Sends It is the same as for MONO Channels (see Mono Input Channel: 3. Aux Sends). Note that a mono sum is taken from the stereo input. 4. Volume Control and Panning / Balancing The only difference here to the Mono Channel described (see Mono Input Channel: 4. Fading and Panning) is in the implementation of the Balance control (13). When a channel is run in stereo, this control determines the relative balance of the Left and Right Channel signals being sent to the Left and Right Master Mix busses.
Output A single pair of electronically balanced TRS jacks (26) deliver the Master Mix output to your 2-track recorder (or PA system). RCA phono jacks outputs (29) are also provided for easy connection to DAT, cassette deck, etc. Level is ultimately determined by a precision Master Mix volume control (22). 5. Monitoring The Gig 8 has a separate headphone output (25). The phones signal follows the control room output (30). A single volume control (19) sends the level to the headphones and master monitors.
Experience tells us that the cables in a studio environment get tangled very quickly. A patch field will facilitate patching and repatching considerably. 1. Desk Normalization All board settings should be set to the normal default condition before or after every session. Usually volumes are set to zero (minus infinity), EQ’s set flat and Aux Sends turned fully counter-clockwise, etc. 2. Selecting Inputs 1) Mono Channels accept Mic or Line Inputs.
before recording, if you want to confirm that you haven’t. Peak meters read more-or-less independent of frequency. You should aim for 0 dB recording level for all signals. 6. Modification The following modifications require some soldering. Only attempt if you are experienced in using an iron on PCBs. Otherwise, refer to qualified personnel. After modification the Dap Audio warranty becomes void. Links should not be threaded into holes on the PCB.
Connection Cables Take care of the connector cables, always holding them by the connectors and avoiding knots and twists when coiling them: This gives the advantage of increasing their life and reliability, which is always to your advantage. Periodically check that your cables are in good condition, that they are correctly wired and that all their contacts are perfectly efficient: a great number of problems (faulty contacts, ground hum, discharges, etc.
Maintenance The DAP Audio GIG 8 requires almost no maintenance. However, you should keep the unit clean. Disconnect the mains power supply, and then wipe the cover with a damp cloth. Do not immerse in liquid. Do not use alcohol or solvents. Keep connections clean. Disconnect electric power, and then wipe the DMX and audio connections with a damp cloth. Make sure connections are thoroughly dry before linking equipment or supplying electric power.
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Product Specification Model: DAP Audio GIG 8 Power Dimensions Net Weight Gross Weight 230 V 230 x 270 x 65 mm (LxWxH) 3.0 Kg (PSU not included) 5.5 Kg Mono Inputs Mic Input Bandwidth Distortion (THD & N) Mic E.I.N. (22 Hz – 22Khz) TRIM Range electronically balanced 10 Hz to 60 KHz ±3 dB 0.01% at +4dBu, 1Khz, Bandwidth 80 KHz -129.5 dBu, 150 Ohm source -117.
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