Following this step-by-step guide, you can connect the mixing console to the maximum half an hour. To do this, we need the device, computer or laptop, cable for their compound.
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First of all, we are taking electricity to the device, so pay attention to how the power supply plug looks like. Most more or less new mixers are European type, so the adapter will need to connect to the network. So it looks in the picture:
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Next, select the cable. The one that needs us has two jack type plugs that depart from the console, and one "minijack" - to the PC sound card (connectors 1 \\ 4 and 1 \\ 8 inches, respectively). Large "Jackie" connect with linear inputs (looking for Line \\ Mono's inscription).
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Buying in the store, think about how long the cord should be convenient to work with both devices in any conditions. Usually the seller is able to order the wire of the desired size and dimensions. We also look at the XLR-cord for connecting a mixer and microphone with the "Mama dad" type connectors.
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The microphone connector in the prevailing mass of laptops is located on the side, less often - rear panel. The computer has a sound card output marked with the appropriate image (we look at the picture). It includes a minijack pin.
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If the microphone was not determined by the system and did not work - nothing terrible. We just go to the Windows Control Panel, the "Equipment and Sound" compartment, find the "Realtek HD Manager" item and look at the driver settings. Here you need to press the button "Set a standard device". After that, the microphone and the mixer must function normally.
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If included to the mixer there are columns and an amplifier, connect them according to the following scheme. All the technique is desirable to collect in a disconnected form to avoid closure. They find a linear outline among the computer's motherboard connectors, usually its nest is marked with green. We connect with it one jack sterecabe, and the second insert into the jack with the inscription "in" mixer. Then the "OUT" connector is combined with the "in" of the amplifier, and to it, in turn, connect the speakers. If the columns are equipped with their own internal amplifies, then they are connected to the remote control over the "Out R" and "Out L" connectors, where R is Right (right), L - left. In this case, the resistance of the columns must correspond to the same parameter of the amplifier. If, for example, a column of 8 ohms to connect with an amplifier on 4 ohms, the volume will be doubled.
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The usual problem of beginners when working with a mixer is a low sound quality. It is enough for home entertainment, but not for professional work. Therefore, it is necessary to take care of the purchase of a powerful sound card with suitable possibilities.
It is worth noting that the instructions for many mixer consoles can be downloaded on the Internet. They contain a detailed description of how to connect your model, as well as ways to solve typical errors. Therefore, if the mixer does not want to work, you can refer to the management on official or amateur sites.
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