Hippo Series DM08X Sound Card Digital Mixer

Declaration

1. This terminal equipment adapter is powered by 220V, which poses a risk of electric shock. All installations and adjustments must be made under regulated behavior.

2. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not open the top cover (or the back flap). The equipment is equipped with parts that can be used by the user for maintenance; please refer maintenance matters to qualified professionals for maintenance.

3. To avoid the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture. This equipment should not be subjected to liquid dripping or splashing, nor should containers of liquids be placed on it.

4. Maintenance instructions are intended for use by qualified service professionals only. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not perform any repairs other than those mentioned in the instruction manual. All repairs must be carried out by a qualified professional.

5. Please pay attention to the safe placement of the equipment to avoid cart and equipment tipping and injury.

6. Please pull out the power plug when encountering lightning and thunder or not using the equipment for a long time.

7. All repairs must be carried out by qualified maintenance personnel. The equipment needs to be repaired when damaged, such as damage to the power cord or power plug, liquid inflow or foreign objects fall into the equipment, the equipment by the rain or moisture, the equipment can not function properly or was dropped. This equipment must be connected to the power supply with grounding protection.

8. If the power plug or appliance coupler is used as a disconnecting device, it should be ensured that they are in a readily operable state.

9. This product is only suitable for use in areas with an altitude of less than 2000 meters above sea level, and may malfunction for use in areas with an altitude higher than 2000 meters above sea level.

Other Statement: Due to the iterative optimization of the product, the specifications, appearance and technical parameters mentioned in this manual may be different from those shown, and the appearance, specifications and technical parameters are subject to change without prior notice.

Summary

This product integrates a USB sound card and a digital mixing console system with an innovative design and powerful DSP function. It offers excellent sound quality, a flexible operation interface, and powerful features, designed for small bands, entertainment, and live mixing. The simple operation interface and professional mixing effect of this equipment can not only provide excellent performance in small live mixing scenarios but also fully meet the needs of individual users for live mixing.

Features:

• 8 analog inputs: 4 electronic gain microphone XLR/TRS interfaces, 2 stereo TRS inputs, 2 high-resistance IN3-4 TRS channel inputs, ultra-low noise floor, multi-function parameter adjustable, 52dB electronic gain amplification.
• 2-way stereo USB sound card, stereo 5.2 Bluetooth input.
• Main output MainR/L output, 2-way AUX auxiliary output channels.
• Designed for live entertainment, small bands, live mixing, compatible with iOS, MAC, Android, Windows systems.
• Built-in DSP digital chip for independent adjustment of microphone reverb amount and other parameters, enhancing operability.
• Multi-channel input: supports multiple audio inputs, including microphone, musical instruments, line inputs, etc.
• Real-time audio algorithm: built-in various audio effects like reverb, compressor, equalizer, etc., adjustable in real-time.
• 3.5-inch capacitive touch screen LCD with a user-friendly operation interface, clear navigation design. Digital encoder and dedicated keys constitute the operation panel for quick and convenient operation settings.
• Professional reverb effector with independent control of reverb size and reverb time, enhancing live singing effects.
• 60mm electric motor faders for convenient real-time operation.
• 6 kinds of live special effects sounds: laughter, applause, applause, screaming, victory, embarrassment, adding interest to live performances.
• OTG cell phone interface for direct connection to Apple and Android devices, enabling true lossless stereo transmission without transfer.

Interface/Keypad Description

Front Panel

The front panel features various input/output connectors, controls, and a display screen.

• 1 IN1-IN4: Connect audio sources (microphones or line-level sources) via XLR cables. The IN1-IN4 interface can connect to microphones. Condenser microphones require a 48V phantom power supply. Dynamic microphones can be used directly. Inputs IN1-IN2 are for microphones, while inputs IN3-IN4 are high-resistance and can connect to electronic instruments. The STEREO 7/8 jacks on the back panel can also connect to an unbalanced input source.
• 2 Stereo5/6-7/8: Balanced stereo inputs.
• 3 Main R/L: Main output with balanced XLR connectors.
• 4 AUX1-2 outputs: Auxiliary outputs connected via TRS plugs.
• 5 Screen: A 3.5-inch capacitive touch screen LCD.
• 6 Master encoder: Changes values or positions of selected controls and scrolls through lists. Press while turning for fine adjustments.
• 7 Menu Button: Click to open the menu screen displaying a choice of menu options.
• 9 Keys 1-6: These keys are shortcuts for live broadcast mode, triggering special effect tones like laughter, applause, scream, victory, and embarrassment.
• 8 (FX Button): Quickly enters the FX display control and Settings interface.
• Keys 1-6 (Mixer Mode): Shortcuts to Input, Output, Effects, Scene, Bluetooth, and USB Sound Card interfaces.
• 10 Fader: Input and Output Gain Control Faders used to adjust the gain of channels IN1-IN4, stereo 5-8, and output channels.
• 11 Mute Button: Click to mute the corresponding channel.

Back Panel

The back panel provides power connection and additional input/output ports.

• 1 POWER: Power connection. Use a power adapter with a 5V 3A interface.
• 2 USB AUDIO: Used for USB sound card functionality. Connect to a computer or cell phone via a Type-C cable for lossless digital transmission. The system automatically recognizes the sound card for plug-and-play operation.
• 3 FootSW: For controlling or activating an effector.
• 4 STEREO 7/8: Stereo sound input interface that takes precedence if there is simultaneous input with the STEREO 7/8 on the front panel.

Specification Parameters

Method Of Connection

USB AUDIO Sound Card Connection

Phone and Computer Connection

Phone Connection

1. Connect microphones to inputs IN1-IN4. Condenser microphones require a 48V phantom power supply. Dynamic microphones can be used directly. Inputs IN1-IN2 are for microphones, and inputs IN3-IN4 are high-resistance, suitable for electronic instruments. The STEREO 7/8 jacks on the back panel can connect to an unbalanced input source.
2. Connect your cell phone to the USB AUDIO port on the back panel of the mixer using a USB OTG cable. If an OTG cable is not available, use a Type-C cable with an OTG adapter.
3. This connection enables use with mobile live streaming or conferencing software.

Computer Connection

1. Connect microphones to inputs IN1-IN4. Condenser microphones require a 48V phantom power supply. Dynamic microphones can be used directly. Inputs IN1-IN2 are for microphones, and inputs IN3-IN4 are high-resistance, suitable for electronic instruments.
2. Connect your computer for direct live streaming.

Mobile Phone/Computer Karaoke

1. Connect your karaoke phone/computer to the USB AUDIO port on the rear panel of the sound card mixer via a USB OTG cable.
2. Connect microphones to inputs IN1 or IN2, and instruments to inputs IN3 and IN4 for the singer's voice and instruments.
3. Open the relevant software for mobile/computer karaoke.

Song Accompaniment, Instrument Playing

Song Accompaniment, Background Music

Song accompaniment and background music playback can be achieved via wired connection or Bluetooth. The following describes the wired connection:

1. Connect your cell phone to the USB AUDIO port on the rear panel via a USB OTG cable, or connect your computer to the USB AUDIO port via a Type-C cable to play backing music.
2. The STEREO 7/8 connector on the front or back panel can be connected to an unbalanced input source.

Instrumental Connection

1. Connect your phone/computer with live streaming software installed to the USB AUDIO port on the mixer via a data cable.
2. Connect microphones to the mixer's IN1-IN2 via male and female XLR cables.
3. Connect electronic instruments to the mixer's inputs IN3-IN4 via audio cables.
4. Configure the sound of the accessed input channel to the main output to play and sing instruments through the sound card.
5. Open your live streaming software or other applications to perform live talent shows or play and sing.

Bluetooth Connectivity

Bluetooth connection allows pairing with mobile phones, computers, tablets, and other Bluetooth-enabled devices for audio playback, background music, and accompaniment music.

Bluetooth Pairing Steps:

1. Open the mixer's Bluetooth interface. Select the device for scanning. A lit Bluetooth indicator ? means the device is discoverable. The device name is typically found on the lower left of the screen.
2. On your mobile phone or computer, open the Bluetooth interface and initiate scanning. Search for the sound card mixer's Bluetooth name, e.g., "BT_NAME-1B23", for pairing. During pairing, the Bluetooth indicator will blink. When it returns to normal, the connection is successful.
3. On subsequent uses, turning on the Bluetooth connection function will automatically connect to previously paired devices.
4. To disconnect a successful Bluetooth connection, click the "Kick OUT" button. The indicator will turn off.

Instructions for Use

WI-FI/HOTSPOT Connection Operation

WI-FI and HOTSPOT connections enable control of the mixer via mobile phone, computer, and tablet devices using mixer control software.

WI-FI Connection Operation

The device needs to connect to a public Wi-Fi network (e.g., WIFI-1). Ensure your mobile phone, computer, and mixer are all connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

1. Navigate to the device's Menu / WIFI interface, scan for available Wi-Fi networks, and select the desired public network. Enter the Wi-Fi password as required. Connection status will be displayed on the device.
2. Connect your mobile phone or computer to the same public network (e.g., WIFI-1) to establish control via the respective software.

HOTSPOT Connection Operation

1. Activate the mixer's hotspot. The hotspot name will be visible, and the user can customize the hotspot password.
2. Connect your phone or computer to the mixer's hotspot. This places the phone/computer and the device on the same network segment.
3. After successful connection, open the control software for connection management.

WI-FI, HOTSPOT Network Connection Interface

This interface allows managing Wi-Fi and Hotspot connections.

• 1: Switch between network and hotspot interfaces.
• 2: Search for nearby Wi-Fi networks.
• 3: Wi-Fi Network List displays available networks; select one to connect.
• 4: Password field to enter the password for the selected Wi-Fi network.
• 5: Connect button to establish the Wi-Fi connection after entering the password.
• 6: Displays the current Wi-Fi connection status and the name of the connected Wi-Fi network.

The Hotspot interface allows switching to the hotspot mode, displaying the device's hotspot name, password, and options to change the password.

Software Login Connection

Windows, IOS, Android Software Download Address

For iOS devices, search for "Mini Control" in the Apple Store or scan the provided QR code to download the software.

Windows, IOS, Android Device Connection Login

Connection Process:

1. Search: Scan for devices within the same network segment.
2. Device List: Displays online device names, IP addresses, and other information.
3. Connection: Select a device from the list and click "Connect" to jump to the main interface.
4. Connection History: Shows IP addresses of previously connected devices.
5. Add Device: Manually add a device IP address; it will appear in the device list for connection.

Important Notes:

• Wi-Fi Connection: The device and your mobile phone/computer/tablet must be on the same public network.
• Hotspot Connection: Your mobile phone/computer/tablet must connect to the device's hotspot.

Main Interface

The main interface provides an overview and quick access to different functions.

• 1 WIFI: Displays current Wi-Fi connection status. Click to enter the Wi-Fi and hotspot configuration interface.
• 2 Bluetooth: Displays current Bluetooth connection status and channel level. Click to enter the Bluetooth configuration interface.
• 3 USB Sound Card: Displays current sound card level. Click to enter the sound card interface.
• 4 SOLO monitor: Shows channel monitoring status. Touching the channel signal route leads to the listening interface; a green indicator signifies channel monitoring.
• 5 Channel level and Fader position: Displays current channel real-time signal level and fader position.
• 6 Channel name and Mute status: Displays channel mute status. Touching a channel mutes it, and the mute indicator turns red.

Input Channel

IN1-IN4, Stereo5-8 Input Channel

Config

• 1 Config: Select the input channel parameter configuration interface.
• 2 Gain: Controls the current channel gain via a slider; tap for adjustments.
• 3 Input channel level: Displays the level of the current channel.
• 4 Pan: Adjusts the spatial image of the sound source distribution by touching the slider or using the encoder.
• 5 Polarity: Adjusts the sound source polarity, offering normal and reverse options.
• 6 Channel Color Mark: Allows marking channels with colors for easier identification in the main interface.
• 7 Effect Selection: Selects the reverb effect type (FX).
• 8 Delay: Enables or disables the current channel's delay and monitor range adjustment via slider or encoder (delay range: 0-100ms).
• 9 +48V Phantom: Turns phantom power on or off for the channel.
• 10 MainL/R: Routes the audio signal from this input channel to the Main channel output.

Equalizer

• 1: Select the equalizer interface.
• 2: Real-Time Analyzer: Toggle the real-time analyzer on/off.
• 3: Low Cut Filter: Sets a cutoff frequency to attenuate frequencies below it.
• 4: High Cut Filter: Sets a cutoff frequency to reduce frequencies above it.
• 5: Band Width 1-4 on/off: Enables/disables associated parametric equalizer bands (frequency range 20Hz-20kHz).
• 6: Gain: Adjusts gain for the selected equalizer band (-15dB to +15dB).
• 7: Freq: Sets the center frequency for the equalizer band or inflection frequency for rack filters (20Hz-20kHz).
• 8: Q: Adjusts the bandwidth of equalizer bands 1-4.

Comp (Compressor)

• 1: Select the Compressor Configuration interface.
• 2: ON/OFF: Toggles the compressor on or off.
• 3: IN: Displays the input channel level.
• 4: Attack: Sets the time for the compressor to start working when a signal exceeds a threshold.
• 5: Release: Sets the time for the compressor to stop compressing when the signal falls below a threshold.
• 6: G.R (Gain Reduction): Displays the signal level attenuated by the compressor.
• 7: OUT: Displays the output level after compression.
• 8: Threshold: Sets the signal level at which the compressor begins to attenuate the signal.
• 9: Ratio: Sets the input/output compression ratio when the input signal exceeds the threshold.
• 10: Gain: Adjusts total output gain to compensate for signal loss after compression.
• 11: Compressor Graph: Visualizes compression levels (horizontal scale 0dB to -60dB).

AUX Sends

• 1: Select the AUX Sends Configuration interface.
• 2: Aux Output Channel Slider: Sets the gain value of the audio signal sent to the AUX output channel.
• 3: Drop-down box to select sending modes (Pre_Fdr, Post_Fdr, Pre_Dyn, Per_All) to the AUX output channel.
• 4: Mute: Mutes the aux send channel without affecting other auxiliary outputs or sends.

FX Sends

• 1: FX effect send configuration interface.
• 2: FX Send slider: Sets the audio signal level sent to the effect mix.
• 3: Drop-down box to select the send mode (Pre_Fdr/Post_Fdr) for the FX effect channel.

Bluetooth Channel

• 1: Displays the device's Bluetooth name.
• 2: Pair: Click blue to make the device discoverable; click white to make it undiscoverable.
• 3: Disconnect: Click to disconnect the current Bluetooth device, interrupting playback. The next connection will not require re-pairing.
• 4: Clear All: Clears all Bluetooth connections. Bluetooth must be re-matched before use.
• 5: Bluetooth channel input audio signal gain adjustment via slider or encoder.
• 6: Displays the Bluetooth channel signal level.
• 7: SOLO: Channel monitoring status; click to monitor the Bluetooth channel.
• 8: Mute: Displays Bluetooth channel mute status; touch to mute, indicator turns red.
• 9: Pan: Adjusts the spatial image of the sound source distribution via slider or encoder.

USB Sound Card

• 1: USB Sound Card channel input audio signal gain adjustment via slider or encoder.
• 2: Displays the USB Sound Card channel input signal level.
• 3: Input SOLO: Channel monitoring status; click to monitor the channel.
• 4: Input Mute status: Click to mute USB channel inputs.
• 5: Pan IN: Adjusts the spatial image of the current input channel's sound source distribution via slider or encoder.
• 6: Pan OUT: Adjusts the spatial image of the current output channel's sound distribution via slider or encoder.
• 7: USB Sound Card channel output audio signal gain adjustment via slider or encoder.
• 8: Displays the USB Sound Card channel output signal level.
• 9: Output SOLO: Click to monitor the signal output from the USB Sound Card channel.
• 10: Output Mute Status: Click to mute the USB Sound Card channel.

Output Channel

Config

• 1 Config: Select to enter the main channel parameter configuration interface.
• 2 Delay: Toggle delay on/off and set delay time (0ms-100ms) via slider.
• 3 Pan: Adjusts the spatial image of the sound source distribution via slider or encoder.
• 4 Gain And Mode Of Monitoring: Gain is adjusted by touch or data input. Monitoring modes include pre-fader (Pre) and post-fader (Post).

PEQ Parametric Equalizer

• 1: Select to enter the PEQ configuration interface.
• 2: Real-Time Analyzer: Toggle the real-time analyzer on/off.
• 3: Low Cut Filter: Sets a cutoff frequency to attenuate frequencies below it.
• 4: High Cut Filter: Sets a cutoff frequency to reduce frequencies above it.
• 5: Band Width 1-4 on/off: Enables/disables associated parametric equalizer bands (frequency range 20Hz-20kHz).
• 6: Gain: Adjusts gain for the selected equalizer band (-15dB to +15dB).
• 7: Freq: Sets the center frequency for the equalizer band or inflection frequency for rack filters (20Hz-20kHz).
• 8: Q: Adjusts the bandwidth of equalizer bands 1-4.

Limiter

• 1: Select to enter the Pressure Limiter Configuration interface.
• 2: Limiter switch: Turns the limiter on or off for the channel.
• 3: IN: Displays the input channel level.
• 4: Attack: Sets the time for the limiter to start working when a signal exceeds a threshold.
• 5: Release: Sets the time for the limiter to stop compressing when the signal falls below a threshold.
• 6: G.R (Gain Reduction): Displays the signal level attenuated by the limiter.
• 7: OUT: Displays the output level after limiting.
• 8: Threshold: Sets the signal level at which the limiter begins to attenuate the signal.
• 9: Ratio: Sets the input/output compression ratio when the input signal exceeds the threshold.
• 10: Limiter Graph: Visualizes limiting levels (horizontal scale 0dB to -60dB).

Effects Channel (FX)

Configuration Interface

• 1 Reverb Size: Adjusts the FX effector channel audio signal gain for input channels (IN 1-IN4) via slider or data wheel.
• 2 FX Return: Controls the FX effector level via slider or data wheel.
• 3: Displays the FX effector level.
• 4 SOLO: Click to monitor the FX input channel.
• 5 Mute: Click to mute the FX Fencer channel.

FX Set Configure

• 1: Sends the current effector signal to auxiliary output channel AUX1.
• 2: Sends the current effector signal to auxiliary output channel AUX2.
• 3: Reverb_time: Sets the reverberation time.
• 4: Main Out: Sends the current effector signal to the main output channel.
• 5: Pan: Adjusts the spatial image of the sound source via slider or encoder.
• 6: Effect Picking: Selects the effector channel signal (pre-fader/post-fader).
• 7: AXU1 Fader Mode: Selects sending modes (pre-fader/post-fader/pre-dynamic/pre-all) to the AUX1 output channels.
• 8: AXU2 Fader Mode: Selects sending modes (pre-fader/post-fader/pre-dynamic/pre-all) to the AUX2 output channels.
• 9: Mute AUX1 Channel: Click to mute AUX1.
• 10: Mute AUX2 Channel: Click to mute AUX2.
• 11: Back button: Returns to the main FX interface.

AUX Sends

• 1: Selects the AUX Configuration Screen.
• 2: Delayer ON/OFF: Turns the delay effect on or off.
• 3: Delay: Displays delay configuration and information.
• 4: Pan: Adjusts the spatial image of the sound source via slider or encoder.
• 5: Phones: Sets listening gain and mode (pre-fader or post-fader).
• 6: Main out: Routes the audio signal from this input channel to the Main channel output.
• 7: AXU Fader Mode: Selects sending modes (pre-fader/post-fader/pre-dynamic/pre-all) to the AUX output channels.
• 8: Displays and adjusts the gain value of the current transmit channel.
• 9: Displays the audio signal level of the current channel.
• 10: Mute: Mutes the auxiliary send channel without affecting other auxiliary outputs or sends.
• 11: SOLO: Listens to the current AUX auxiliary output channel.

Other Functions

Menu Interface

• 1 IN: Navigate to the Input Channel Interface.
• 2 OUT: Navigate to the Input Channel Interface.
• 3 FX Overview: Navigate to the effects preview interface.
• 4 USB: Navigate to the USB Sound Card Configuration Interface.
• 5 Scenes: Navigate to the scene setup screen.
• 6 BT: Navigate to the Bluetooth configuration screen.
• 7 WIFI: Navigate to the WIFI Configuration screen.
• 8 SYSTEM: Displays version information and fader calibration.

Scene Configuration

• 1 Scene List: Select a scene for editing using the drop-down slider.
• 2 Save: Saves the current system configuration to the selected scene.
• 3 Load: Loads a scene from the list by clicking its number.
• 4 Reset: Resets selected scenes.
• 5 Rename: Renames the selected scene.

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1. The warranty period is counted from the date of the first purchase. The purchase date is based on the invoice date. If no valid invoice is provided, the warranty period will be extrapolated from the product's factory date. If the invoice date is later than the actual delivery date, the warranty period will be calculated from the actual delivery date.
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