Introduzione
Grazie per l'acquistuasing the Citronic U-PAD Compact Mixer with USB Interface. This compact audio mixer is designed for versatility and high-quality sound, featuring both analog and digital connectivity. It is ideal for home studios, live performances, and mobile recording. This manual provides essential information for the safe and efficient operation of your U-PAD mixer. Please read it thoroughly before use and retain it for future reference.
Istruzzioni di sicurità
Per prevene incendi, scosse elettriche o danni à u pruduttu, osservate e seguenti precauzioni di sicurezza:
- Fonte di energia: Only use the specified power supply (USB cable for power and PC/Mac connection). Ensure the voltage hè currettu per a vostra regione.
- L'acqua è l'umidità: Ùn espone micca questu apparecchiu à a pioggia o à l'umidità. Ùn mette micca oggetti pieni di liquidi, cum'è vasi, nantu à l'apparecchiu.
- Ventilazione: Assicurà una ventilazione adatta. Ùn bluccà micca l'aperture di ventilazione.
- Calore: Ùn mette micca l'unità vicinu à fonti di calore cum'è radiatori, registri di calore, stufe o altri apparecchi (cumpresi amplifiers) chì producenu calore.
- Pulizia: Pulite solu cù un pannu seccu. Ùn aduprate micca detergenti liquidi o pulitori aerosol.
- Service : Ùn pruvate micca à riparà stu pruduttu da per voi. Cunfidate tutta a riparazione à u persunale di serviziu qualificatu. L'apertura di l'unità pò esponevi à vulume periculose.tages o altri periculi.
- Cavi: Prutegge u cordone di alimentazione da esse camminatu o pinzatu, in particulare in i tappi, i recipienti di cunvenzione, è u puntu induve esce da l'apparechju.
Cuntenutu di u pacchettu
Verificate chì tutti l'articuli sianu presenti è in bonu statu à u mumentu di u disimballaggio:
- Citronic U-PAD Compact USB Mixer
- Cavu USB A à B
Sè qualchì articulu manca o hè dannighjatu, cuntattate subitu u vostru rivenditore.
Product Overview
The Citronic U-PAD is a compact audio mixer designed for versatile sound control and recording. It features multiple input channels, equalization, and USB connectivity for seamless integration with computers.
Figura 1: Angulu view of the Citronic U-PAD Compact Mixer, showcasing its compact design and various knobs and ports.
Figura 2: Top-down view of the mixer's control panel, showing input jacks, gain controls, EQ knobs, pan controls, volume faders, and main output section.
Figura 3: daretu view of the mixer, highlighting the USB (5V/1A) input port and important caution labels regarding servicing and moisture exposure.
Figura 4: The mixer shown with its physical dimensions: 166mm (length), 171mm (width), and 66mm (height).
Figura 5: The included blue USB A to B cable, used for both power and data connection to a computer.
Istituisci
Follow these steps to set up your Citronic U-PAD mixer:
- Cunnessione di putenza: Connect the supplied USB A to B cable to the USB port on the rear of the mixer and to a suitable USB power source (e.g., a computer USB port or a USB power adapter). The mixer will power on.
- Cunnessioni di input:
- Mono Channels (MIC/INST 1 & 2): Connect microphones via XLR or instruments/line-level devices via 1/4" jack to the combo inputs.
- Stereo Line Input (CH 3-4 IN): Connect stereo line-level devices (e.g., keyboards, media players) using 1/4" jack cables to the L/MONO and R inputs.
- Connessioni d'output: Connect the MAIN OUT L and R XLR outputs to your amplificatore, altoparlanti amplificati o interfaccia di registrazione.
- Cunnessione cuffie: Connect your headphones to the PHONES 1/4" jack for monitoring.
- Cunnessione Audio USB: If using the mixer with a computer for recording or playback, connect the USB A to B cable to your computer. The mixer should be recognized as an audio device without requiring special drivers on most operating systems (Windows, macOS).
Istruzzioni di funziunamentu
Understanding the controls of your U-PAD mixer is key to achieving optimal sound:
Channel Controls (Mono Channels 1 & 2, Stereo Channel 3-4)
- GAIN: Adjusts the input sensitivity for each channel. Set this to achieve a strong signal without clipping (indicated by the PK LED).
- HIGH/LOW EQ: These knobs control the treble (HIGH) and bass (LOW) frequencies for each channel. Use them to shape the tone of your audio.
- PAN (Mono Channels): Adjusts the position of the mono signal in the stereo field (left to right).
- BAL (Stereo Channel): Balances the left and right signals of the stereo input.
- VOL: Controls the output volume of each individual channel to the main mix.
- +48V Phantom Power: For mono channels, press the +48V button to supply phantom power to condenser microphones connected via XLR. Ensure microphones are compatible before activating.
- IMPED (Impedance Switch): For mono channels, switch between MIC (low impedance) and INST-HI-Z (high impedance) for optimal input matching.
Cuntrolli di a Sezione Maestra
- MAIN OUT: Controls the overall volume of the main stereo output.
- TELEFONI: Ajusta u vulume per l'uscita di e cuffie.
- USB/2TK Input: This section allows routing of the digital audio input from the USB connection. The input can be routed to the main output or to the headphones for monitoring.
- METRO DI LIVELLU: The LED meter displays the output level of the main mix. Aim for levels that are strong but do not consistently peak into the red.
Mantenimentu
Proper care and maintenance will ensure the longevity of your Citronic U-PAD mixer:
- Pulizia: Disconnect the power before cleaning. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the surface of the mixer. Do not use abrasive cleaners, waxes, or solvents.
- Conservazione: Quandu ùn hè micca adupratu per periodi prolungati, cunservate u mixer in un locu frescu è asciuttu, luntanu da a luce diretta di u sole è da temperature estreme.
- Prutezzione di polvera: Mantene u mixer cupertu quandu ùn hè micca in usu per impedisce l'accumulazione di polvere, chì pò influenzà i faders è i manopoli.
- Evite i liquidi: Never allow liquids to spill onto or into the mixer, as this can cause severe damage to internal components.
- Maneggiate cù cura: Evitate di fà cascà o di sottumessu u mixer à forti impatti.
Risoluzione di prublemi
If you encounter issues with your U-PAD mixer, refer to the table below for common problems and solutions:
| Prublemu | Causa Possibile | Soluzione |
|---|---|---|
| No sound output from main mix | Main OUT volume is too low; individual channel volume is too low; incorrect cable connection; ampl'amplificatore/altoparlanti spenti o silenziati. | Increase MAIN OUT volume. Increase individual channel VOL. Check all audio cable connections. Ensure amplifier/speakers are on and unmuted. |
| No sound from a specific channel | Channel VOL is too low; GAIN is too low; input device not connected or off; incorrect IMPED setting; PAN/BAL set to one side. | Increase channel VOL and GAIN. Check input device and cable. Adjust IMPED switch. Center PAN/BAL knob. |
| Sonu distortu | GAIN or VOL levels are too high (clipping); impedance mismatch; faulty cable. | Reduce GAIN and channel VOL until PK LED no longer illuminates. Check IMPED setting. Try a different cable. |
| USB audio not recognized by computer | USB cable not properly connected; computer USB port issue; operating system audio settings. | Ensure USB cable is securely connected. Try a different USB port on your computer. Check your computer's sound settings to ensure the U-PAD is selected as the input/output device. |
| No phantom power (+48V) to microphone | +48V button not engaged; microphone not compatible with phantom power; faulty XLR cable. | Press the +48V button. Ensure your microphone requires and is compatible with phantom power. Test with a different XLR cable. |
Specificazioni
Detailed technical specifications for the Citronic U-PAD Compact Mixer:
| Feature | Specificazione |
|---|---|
| Numero di mudellu | 170.879 |
| Dimensioni di u produttu (L x W x H) | 16.6 x 17.1 x 6.6 cm |
| Pesu di l'articulu | 1.21 chilògrammi |
| Interfaccia Hardware | USB |
| Tecnulugia di cunnessione | USB |
| Numero di canali | 5 (2 Mono, 1 Stereo, USB Input) |
| Fonte d'energia | Cable Electric (USB powered) |
| Potenza Phantom | +48V (individually switchable for mono channels) |
| Entrate analogiche | XLR/1/4" combo (x2), 1/4" stereo (x1) |
| Uscite analogiche | XLR balanced (Main Out L/R), 1/4" (Phones) |
| I/O digitale | USB Stereo Input/Output |
Infurmazioni nantu à a garanzia è assistenza à i clienti
Citronic products are manufactured to high standards and are designed for reliable performance. For information regarding warranty coverage, terms, and conditions, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Citronic website. In case of technical issues or if you require assistance, please contact your retailer or the authorized Citronic service center. Do not attempt to repair the unit yourself, as this may void your warranty.
