SubZero Powered Mixer and Media Player User Manual

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the SubZero Powered Mixer and Media Player. To get the most out of your product, please read this manual carefully.

Box Contents

• 1 x SubZero powered Mixer and Media Player
• 1 x User guide
• UK power cable
• EU power cable

Features

• Powerful mixer with integrated media player
• Sculpt your sound with the on-board equaliser
• Achieve record ready results and add depth to your performances with the digital delay.
• Be ready for any scenario with the broad range of connection points on offer.

Safety Warnings

WARNING!

• Do not open the cover. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
• Do not place the product near a heat source such as a radiator, or in an area subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock.
• The product must not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the product.
• No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the product.
• Allow adequate air circulation and avoid obstructing vents (if present) to prevent internal heat build-up. The ventilation must not be impeded by covering the appliance with items such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains etc.
• The mains plug is used to disconnect the appliance from the mains supply. Ensure that the mains outlet is easily-accessible and remove the plug from the mains outlet if you notice any abnormality with the appliance.

Mixer Front Panel

The front panel of the mixer provides access to all input channels, equalization, digital delay controls, and the media player interface. The panel is organized with input channels on the left, controls in the center, and the media player and output controls on the right.

Diagram Description: The front panel features multiple input channels (1-6), EQ controls, a digital delay section, a USB/SD digital player interface, and various input/output jacks. Numbered controls are detailed below.

1. BASS

Adjust this knob to increase or decrease the low (bass) frequencies of the channel.

2. TREBLE

Adjust this knob to increase or decrease the high (treble) frequencies of the channel.

3. LEVEL

Adjust this knob to increase or decrease the channel volume.

4. DIGITAL DELAY

The signal from all input channels is sent to the built-in digital delay and then sent to the Speaker output. There are three knobs to control the digital delay:

• LEVEL: Adjusts the amount of the effect in the overall sound. Turn the knob to the right to increase the amount of effect.
• TIME: Adjusts the time interval of the delay. Turn this knob to the right to increase the time interval between two delays.
• REPEAT: Adjusts how long the delay sustains. Turn this knob to the right to make the delay repeat for longer.

5. EQ

The signal from all input channels will go through this equalizer and then to the Speaker output. This is controlled by 3 knobs (SZPA-410) or a 5-band fader EQ (SZPA-612 and SZPA-815).

6. USB/SD DIGITAL PLAYER

Use these controls to play MP3 music files on your connected USB flash drive or SD card. Please see Digital Media Player section for more information.

7. USB PORT & SD CARD SLOT

Connect your USB flash drive or SD card to play MP3 music files.

8. MIC INPUT (BALANCED)

Connect a dynamic microphone here using a standard XLR cable.

9. LINE INPUT

Connect a guitar, synth, keyboard, drum machine, CD player or other media device here with a standard 1/4" TS cable.

10. EFFECT

Adjust this knob to control the signal level which will be sent to the built-in digital delay.

11. RCA LINE INPUT

Connect an external device to this input using standard RCA cables. This can be used to connect to a CD player, computer, tablet, smartphone, etc.

12. CHANNEL LINE INPUT (UNBALANCED)

Connect a guitar, synthesizer, drum machine, CD player, or other line-level device here using a standard 1/4" TS cable.

13. SUB OUT

When a Jack cable is connected, all frequencies below 120KHz are sent to this Jack at line level (SZPA-612 & SZPA-815 only).

14. LINE OUTPUT

Connect a line-level device to this unbalanced 1/4" mono output using a standard 1/4" TS cable. The Line Output is a mono sum of the stereo outputs and therefore the signal will mirror the Speaker Output.

15. AUX IN

Connect an external device to this input using a standard RCA cable. The signal will be sent directly to the Speaker Output.

16. RECORD OUT

Connect an external recording device here using a standard RCA cable.

17. AUX IN LEVEL

Adjust this knob to control the signal level of the Aux In.

18. MASTER LEVEL CONTROL

Adjust the knob to control the signal level that is sent to the Speaker Output.

Mixer, USB/SD Digital Media Player

Diagram Description: The media player section features a display screen showing track information and playback status, along with playback controls including Play/Pause, Stop, Volume Up/Down, Previous/Next Track, Repeat, EQ, and Mode selection. The controls are numbered 1 through 9.

1. PLAY/PAUSE

Plays or pauses the track.

2. STOP

Stops playback of the track.

3. V+

Press and hold this button to increase the track volume.

4. V-

Press and hold this button to decrease the track volume.

5. PREVIOUS TRACK:

Selects the previous track.

6. NEXT TRACK

Selects the next track.

7. REPEAT

Press this button to cycle through the Repeat Mode options: Random, Single, All.

8. EQ

Press this button to cycle through the digital equalization presets that you can apply to the track: Pop, Rock, Jazz, Classic, Normal. (Equalization is applied only to MP3 file playback on a connected USB flash drive or SD card, not to other audio sources or inputs.).

9. MODE

Selects the media source: a USB flash drive or an SD card.

IMPORTANT

To use the controls described below you must have a USB flash drive connected to the USB port or an SD card connected to the SD card slot.

TO ACCESS AN INSERTED SD CARD OR USB FLASH DRIVE:

• A. Hold the Mode button for 2 seconds to turn the display on (if it is not already).
• B. Press and release the Mode button to select the SD card or USB flash drive.
• C. Use the Previous Track and Next Track buttons to scroll through files and press Play to hear the file.
• D. Use the V+ and V- buttons to adjust the volume of the source.

BLUETOOTH CONNECTION

To connect a Bluetooth device to the speakers digital media player, please follow the below steps.

• Ensure that the speaker is powered on and within range of the Bluetooth device.
• Press the MODE button on the speaker's digital media player until ‘Bluetooth’ is displayed on the screen.
• Open the Bluetooth settings on the Bluetooth enabled device.
• Scan for Bluetooth devices and search for 'SZPA-410, SZPA-612 & SZPA-815' in the devices list.
• Select 'SZPA-410, SZPA-612 & SZPA-815'. The Bluetooth enabled device should confirm that it is now connected.
• Play audio from the Bluetooth enabled device, ensuring that volume is turned up.

Mixer Rear Panel

Diagram Description: The rear panel features a power connector, a fuse holder, and voltage selector outputs for connecting passive speakers.

1. POWER CONNECTOR

Connect the supplied power cable here.

2. FUSE HOLDER

The fuse can be found here. Please note, if blown this should only be replaced by a qualified technician. If the fuse continues to blow after replacement do not use this mixer until it is repaired.

3. VOLTAGE SELECTOR

Use these outputs to connect passive speakers to the media player.

SETUP

In order to correctly setup the system please use the following steps.

1. Ensure that you have positioned the speakers far enough apart to achieve an accurate stereo field and place the mixer in the middle.
2. Insert the speaker cables into the speaker output at the rear of the mixer.
3. After checking that master and channel volumes are turned fully down, connect your microphones and instruments to the appropriate channels on the mixer.
4. Connect the mixer to the mains using the provided IEC power cable and switch on.
5. Gradually increase the volume of the master control and each channel until you reach the desired level without introducing distortion.

Recommendation: It is strongly recommended that you install your speakers onto tripod stands to achieve maximum dispersion. When positioning microphones avoid placing them directly in front of the speakers to minimise the risk of feedback.

Specifications

Contact Information

Addresses:

• KETTLESTRING LANE | YORK | YO30 4XF | UNITED KINGDOM
• METALLVÄGEN 45A | 195 72 ROSERSBERG | STOCKHOLM | SVERIGE
• LAHNSTRABE 27 | 45478 MÜLHEIM AN DER RUHR | DEUTSCHLAND

If you have any more questions about this product, please do not hesitate to contact the Gear4music Customer Service Team on: +44 (0) 330 365 4444 or info@gear4music.com