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Stanton RM.404 manual

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  • Page 1

    RM.404 Professional DJ Mixer ST ANTON MAGNETICS, Inc. information@stantondj.com ©2004 Stanton Magnetics, Inc. OWNER’S M A N U A L[...]

  • Page 2

    Please read carefully before use of this product Failure to follow the instructions printed below may void warranty • Follow all security advice printed on your mixer • When removing the unit's AC plug from the power source, grasp and pull the plug, NEVER the cord itself! • Avoid placing your mixer near heat sources, such as power amplif[...]

  • Page 3

    Congratulations and thank-you for purchasing the latest addition to the grow- ing Stanton family . Sporting a new attitude, and a fresh, modern look, the RM.404 is a 4-channel, rackmount mixer loaded with features and innova- tions giving club and mobile DJs a powerful, yet simple tool to mix, create, and perform their best. 1/4" and 1/8"[...]

  • Page 4

    The controls and functions of the RM.404 are grouped in alphabetical sec- tions (clockwise from upper right corner) for your reference and then listed numerically for more detail. Section A: Output Meters Section B: Output Controls Section C: Cue Controls Section D: Crossfader Controls Section E: MP3 / Aux In Section F: Mic Controls Section G: Chan[...]

  • Page 5

    RM.404 T op Panel (FUNCTIONS) Section A: Output Meters 1. Meter Switch: Switches the display of the Level Meter (#2) between Master or Zone output signals. 2. Level Meter: Displays the left and right Master or Zone output level of the mixer . Red indicates clipping.[...]

  • Page 6

    RM.404 T op Panel (FUNCTIONS) Section B: Output Controls 3. Master Level: Controls the overall output level of the audio signal sent through the Master connectors (see Output Connections.) 4. Stereo/Mono Switch: Switches the Master output between a stereo or mono signal. Mono mode can be used to accommodate some large P A sys- tems. It can also be [...]

  • Page 7

    RM.404 T op Panel (FUNCTIONS) Section C: Cue Controls 7. Split Cue: Controls how the CUE will be heard in the headphones. In the "stereo" position, the pre-selected Cue (#29) will be heard as a stereo signal in the head- phones (full stereo audio signal in both ears.) In "split" position, the pre-selected Cue (#29) will be heard[...]

  • Page 8

    RM.404 T op Panel (FUNCTIONS) Section D: Crossfader Controls 12. Fader Start (A): Activates this side (A) of the Crossfader (#13) for use with components with the Fader Start feature. Moving the crossfader away from the left-most position will cause the device (CD / T urntable) to start play- ing. This allows DJs to activate a device by using the f[...]

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    RM.404 T op Panel (FUNCTIONS) Section E: MP3/Aux In 15. MP3 / Aux. Input: This 1/8" Mini-jack (3.5 mm) input was designed for easy access and connectivity to a variety of portable devices (portable MP3 / mini-disc / CD players / iPods.) Use this input instead of having to re-wire the back panel of the mixer or use adapters. Section F: Mic Cont[...]

  • Page 10

    Section F: Mic Controls (continued) 16. Mic-1 XLR Input: Primary connection for a standard balanced (XLR) microphone. 17. Mic-1 1/4" Input: Primary connection for a standard unbalanced (1/4") microphone. 18. Mic Level: Controls the output level (volume) of Microphone 1 only (both connections.) 19. Mic EQ (HIGH): Controls High frequency eq[...]

  • Page 11

    RM.404 T op Panel (FUNCTIONS) Section G: Channel Controls 23. Input selector switch: Selects phono or line input for the corresponding channel. This is a three way switch allowing input from only one device at a time (Phono or either of two Line level inputs (for connections in rear panel of mixer see Sections L-O.)) 24. Channel EQ (HIGH) : Control[...]

  • Page 12

    RM.404 T op Panel (FUNCTIONS) Section G: Channel Controls (continued) this setting too high may result in a loss of sound quality (distortion.) [Note: For best results set this control in the number 7 (2 O'Clock) position for unity gain. If further adjustment is needed, this is a good reference point.] 26. Channel EQ (MID) : Controls Mid frequ[...]

  • Page 13

    RM.404 Rear Panel (FUNCTIONS) Section H: Power Section I: Master Output Section J: Zone Output Section K: RCA Outputs Section L: Channel 4 Inputs Section M: Channel 3 Inputs Section N: Channel 2 Inputs Section O: Channel 1 Inputs Section H: Power H. Power Switch & Connection: This is the ON/OFF power switch for the entire mixer . Only use the s[...]

  • Page 14

    RM.404 Rear Panel (FUNCTIONS) Section I: Master Output I. Master Output Connection: These Right & Left XLR connections are used for the Master Output signal. V olume levels for this output are controlled by the section B front panel controls. NOTE: The TRIM knob sets the maximum volume allowed for this output (be sure it is set properly .) It s[...]

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    RM.404 Rear Panel (FUNCTIONS) Section L: Channel 4 Inputs L. Channel 4 Input Connections: This group of connections are ALL inputs which are only routed to Channel 4 (select input using section G, (#23) from top panel.) Only two lines (L4, L8) and one phono (PH4) OR MIC 3 can be used as inputs here (the select switch located here toggles between PH[...]

  • Page 16

    RM.404 Rear Panel (FUNCTIONS) O. Channel 1 Input Connections: This group of connections are ALL inputs which are only routed to Channel 1 (select input using section G, (#23) from top panel). Only one line (L1) and one phono (PH1) can be input here. The “GND” connections are used only for phono inputs which require a Ground cable and can be use[...]

  • Page 17

    This is a typical setup you’ll find in many nightclubs: 2 turntables, 2 CD play- ers, plus a microphone for the DJ. Here’s how you would set up your equip- ment with the RM.404: 1. Be sure all equipment is powered “OFF” and all of the RM.404’s Channel faders and Level knobs are at minimum volume. 2. Connect the turntables to the Phono inp[...]

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    Superior Sound T echnology The audio quality of the RM.404 is nothing short of revolutionary for DJ mix- ers in its price class. The RM.404 was designed by Stanton’ s new product development team, seasoned audio professionals who have designed world class professional recording studio and broadcast mixers and product man- agers who are working DJ[...]

  • Page 19

    T echnical Specifications Line Inputs.................................................................................7 x 2 (RCA) , -10 dBV / >10 kOhm 1 (1/8” stereo mini-jack), 10 dBV / >10kOhm Phono / CD Inputs...................................2 x 2 (RCA), -46 dBV / -10 dBV / 47 kOhm / >10 kOhm Phono...................................[...]

  • Page 20

    T roubleshooting Problem / Symptom Possible Cause/ Solution No Sound Is the power on? Check the power switch. Make sure the channels are assigned properly to the crossfaders. Make sure INPUT GAIN is turned up and output level control is turned up. Depending on the input, check the rear panel selector switches. Check the top panel channel selector s[...]

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    T roubleshooting Sound is distorted Phono Input Only plug turntables into this input, do not plug in CD players or other Line Level sources. T urn down the INPUT GAIN CONTROL I hear hum. Make sure you are using good shielded audio cables. Some less expensive audio cables can be susceptible to hum and interference. Keep your audio cables away from A[...]

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    Stanton Magnetics, Inc. – W arranty Provision – Returns for Repairs or Replacement W arranty Through Stanton’s authorized dealers around the W orld, Stanton, or one of Stanton’s authorized dis- tributors outside the U.S., will, without charge, repair or replace, at the sole discretion of the entity responsible for making the repair or provi[...]