- QUICK START GUIDE - MixPre-6 Audio Recorder | Mixer | USB Interface
Welcome Read and Register... Thank you for purchasing the MixPre-6. This Quick Start Guide provides the initial steps necessary to set up and begin using the MixPre-6. The following table shows what is included in the box. Sound Devices strongly encourages you to register your product. Registration extends your warranty and ensures you will receive timely updates.
1. Choose a Power Source & 2. Insert SD Card To power the MixPre-6 from a computer: The MixPre-6 may be powered via: • • • • AA Batteries - The MX-4AA battery sled holds four AA batteries. An optional MX-8AA sled accessory holds eight AA batteries. Sound Devices recommends using NiMH rechargeable AA cells. L-Mount Batteries - The optional MX-LMount sled holds two Lithium-Ion batteries. Computer - Use the USB-C to USB-A Y-Cable or a USB-C to USB-C cable.
Home Screen 3. Format SD Card The MixPre-6’s touch screen displays important metering and record information at a glance on the Home screen. SD cards used with the MixPre-6 must be formatted by the MixPre-6. Current File Name To format the SD Card: 1. Power on the MixPre-6. Power Status Icon File List Icon 2. Tap . [There are three pages of Menu settings, as indicated by dots. The solid black dot denotes which page is displayed.] 3. Tap Menu (dots) to view the 2nd page of settings.
4. Connect an Audio Source XLR/TRS Inputs #1 & #2 The MixPre-6 provides versatile connectivity options for a wide variety of recording applications. Channels 1-4 are sourced from the XLR/TRS combo inputs—two on each side panel—or from Aux/Mic or USB 1-4 inputs. Channels 5-6 may be sourced from the Aux/Mic input, or USB 1-2 inputs. 6.
7. Adjust Mix Levels 9. Record and Playback To adjust the mix levels of each channel: ▶▶ Turn the channel knobs. To assist in setting levels, LED rings around each of the three channel knobs illuminate in various colors: LED Rings • • • • Solid Green - the louder the signal, the brighter the LED Red - when peaking Orange - when limiting Blinking Orange - when soloed 8.
Typical Applications: Audio Recording Typical Applications: Music Recording The following illustration shows one example of how the MixPre-6 may be connected to different external microphones for recording audio, such as dialog, sound effects, nature recording, and other similar in-the-field audio applications.
Typical Applications: Videography Using with a Camera and/or Tripod The following illustration shows an example of how the MixPre-6 may be used with a DSLR camera in sound-for-video applications. The MixPre-6 has ¼-inch, 20-threaded screw mounting options on the top and bottom panels, so it may be mounted to gear in a variety of ways. For instance, when mounting between a tripod and camera, attach it to the bottom of the camera first before screwing it into place atop the tripod.
Enabling Bluetooth on MixPre-6 for Wingman Warranty and Service The MixPre-6 has built-in Bluetooth Smart® functionality that allows for remote control and monitoring from the Wingman™ app. Sound Devices, LLC strongly encourages you to register your product. Registering can extend your warranty and ensure you will receive timely updates.
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