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M.203
2-Channel Scratch Mixer
User Manual
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Important Safety Instructions 1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before this product is operated. 2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions should be followed. 5. Water and Moisture – The appliance should not be u
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Contents 1. Introduction ................................................................................................................................................................ 1 1.1. Welcome to the M.203! ................................................................................................................................................. 1 1.2. Overview .......................................................................................................................
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Introduction 1. Introduction 1.1 Welcome to the M.203! Thank you for purchasing the M.203. Before starting, please check that the package your M.203 came in contains: • M.203 unit • Power Supply • RCA Cable (1) • User Manual Now that you have checked that everything was included in the box, let’s talk about this exciting unit. 1.2 Overview The M.203 is a 2-channel performance mixer with build quality and features that make it a leader in this price class. The clean and intuitive des
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Connecting the M.203 2. Connecting the M.203 Before starting to connect the M.203, please read the Important Safety Instructions page and the following guidelines: Study this setup diagram (Figure 2.1). Make sure all faders are at "zero,” the Master knob is turned all the way counterclockwise, and all devices are Off. Figure 2.1 First, connect all input sources. Next, connect your microphone and headphones (located in the Front Panel, Figure 3.2). Finally, connect the stereo outputs to the power
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M.203 Description 3. M.203 Description 3.1 Top Panel (Figure 3.1) Figure 3.1 3
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M.203 Description Note Since Channels 1 (PH1/LN1) & 2 (PH2/LN2) contain the same controls and functionality; we will only describe them once and duplicate the numbering: 1. Mic Volume (g AIN): Adjusts the volume of the MIC input. 2. Mic Tone: Adjusts the tonal balance of the MIC input, with either a Low Boost/High Cut or High Boost/Low Cut. 3. Fader Start (FDR START): Switches the FADER START ON/OFF. This feature is used to trigger playback on a connected CD Player when the fade
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M.203 Description (Front Panel) 3.2 M.203 Description - Front Panel (Figure 3.2) Figure 3.2 1. Headphone Output: Standard 1/4” headphone output connector. 5
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M.203 Description (Rear Panel) 3.3 M.203 Description - Rear Panel (Figure 3.3) Figure 3.3 1. Power Switch: Turns the mixer ON or OFF. 2. DC IN: Input connection for the included power supply. While the power is switched OFF, plug the power supply into the mixer first, and then plug it into the outlet. Only use the supplied or official replacement Stanton® power supply. 3. Unbalanced Master output: RCA connectors are typically used to connect to a home stereo, or to another mi
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Using the M.203 4. Using the M.203 4.1 Top Panel Controls (Figure 4.1) Figure 4.1 4.1.1 Fader Start Fader start enables the Crossfader on the M.203 mixer to start and stop playback on a CD player. To use this function you need a CD player (like Stanton’s C.324) with the Fader Start feature and its related cable. You can use this feature to trigger playback on a deck that might be just out of physical reach or to do a fader based beat juggle between 2 decks. The Fader Start switch activates the F
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Troubleshooting 5. Troubleshooting Problem / Symptom Possible Cause / Solution No Sound. Is the power ON? Based on your connections, check that you have properly set the Input Selector Switch. Make sure that the Input Gain, Channel Fader, and Master output are turned up. Make sure the channels are properly assigned to the Crossfader. No Sound-Headphones. First check that the Headphone Level knob is turned up, and then check the Cue Source (Pre, Post, Master) and Cue Pan settings. Mixer sounds no
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Registration Card Thank you for choosing Stanton! Your satisfaction is extremely important to us. We proudly stand behind the quality of our work and appreciate that you put your trust in us. Registering your product will help us guarantee that you are kept up to date on our latest advances. Warranty Service in the United States: Please contact Stanton Tech Support BEFORE sending your product. In some cases, our Tech Support team can resolve your problem immediately, avoiding down time due to
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Stanton Warranty Stanton Warranty Through Stanton's authorized dealers around the World, Stanton, or one of Stanton's authorized distributors outside the U.S., will, without charge, repair or replace, at the sole discretion of the entity responsible for making the repair or providing the replacement, any Stanton merchandise proved defective in material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year following the date of original purchase. Exceptions to this warranty are as noted below: The warranty
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Specifications Specifications 1. POWER: AC 100 – 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 16 W 2. DIMENSIONS (H x W x D) 108.2 mm x 250 mm x 352.6 mm 10.82 cm x 25 cm x 35.26 cm 3. WEIg HT: 9.25 lbs / 4.2 kg 4. STANDARD TEST CONDITION: Ambient Temperature: 22 +/- 2% Relative Humidity: 65 +/- 5% 5. INPUT/OUTPUT IMPEDANCE & SENSITIVITY: (EQ FLAT, UNITY GAIN (ALL GAIN, LEVEL AT CENTER, FADER MAXIMUM), FX OFF, LOAD=100K ohm) 5-1. Input Impedance and Reference Level: Line: 20K ohm /-10 dBV +/-0.1 dB (316 mV)
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Copyright © 2010 Stanton Magnetics, Inc. M.203 and STR8.150 are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Stanton Group. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners, who are in no way affiliated with Stanton DJ or SC System products. All information included in the User Manual is subject to change without notice. +1 (954) 949-9600 LITS00052 10/05/2009
