Taramps T 0302 Car Sound Mixer

Introduction

Read this manual carefully before making any connections or using the product. In case of doubt, contact our technical support: +55 (18) 3266-4050 or visit www.taramps.com.br.

Declaration of Conformity: Taramps Electronics Ltda declares that the product T 0302 complies with Directive 2014/30/EU, according to the harmonized standard EN 50498:2010 (Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Product family standard for aftermarket electronic equipment in vehicles). The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available on the product page on the Internet.

At the end of its lifespan, this product must not be disposed of as household waste. Please find an electronic equipment collection or recycling center for proper disposal.

Safety Requirements

To ensure proper use, please read this manual before using your car sound mixer. It is important that you know the CAUTIONS contained herein.

• The installation of this product must be done by a qualified professional.
• Use the correct tools for installing this product.
• This product is for use with 12V batteries. Always check the voltage before installing.
• Never install the product in places exposed to dust, humidity, and water. Pay attention to install it far from fuel tanks, fuel lines, heat sources, and other vehicle parts.
• Be sure to install a protection fuse or a circuit breaker near the battery. Follow the ampere rating as indicated in this manual. Using an incorrect fuse or circuit breaker could result in overheating, smoke, product damage, injury, or burns.
• Avoid running wires over or through sharp edges. Use rubber or plastic grommets to protect any wires routed through the vehicle's body.
• Automotive sound systems may produce high sound pressure levels. Avoid continuous exposure to levels above 85dB to prevent permanent hearing loss.

⚠️ Safety: As you read this manual, pay attention to the safety symbols. This symbol with "CAUTION" is intended to alert the user to the presence of important instructions. Failure to heed these instructions will result in risk of injury to the user or product damage.

Taramps reserves the right to modify the contents of this document at any time without prior notice and is not obligated to apply modifications to previously produced units.

Presentation

The T 0302 mixer is designed for sound systems, allowing the mixing of various types of audio signals with high fidelity, ensuring the original dynamics of the sound. It features a 4-band equalizer that allows you to increase or decrease specific ranges of bass, mids, and highs, enabling professional control in any situation. Its outputs with timed MUTE avoid undesirable noises (Pops) when turned on or off, eliminating the need for sequential activation and facilitating installation.

The T 0302 features 3 input channels. CHANNEL 1 is balanced with two shared connections: one XLR and one 1/4" (6.3mm) jack. This is a high-sensitivity, wide-gain input, suitable for microphones or line-level signals (LINE IN). CHANNELS 2 and 3 feature shared L+R RCA inputs, also compatible with a 1/4" jack for greater connection flexibility.

All 3 inputs have independent controls for:

• Gain: For adjusting the input signal level.
• EQ Controls: 4 bands (HIGH, MID HIGH, MID LOW, and LOW) with ±15dB boost/attenuation.
• Level: For output control of each channel.

The 2 outputs have high amplitude, capable of delivering up to +18dBu or 6.3Vac of distortion-free signal.

Important Recommendations

Use the P4 adapter with terminals that comes with the product to connect the power wires to the vehicle's 12V battery. Use 1.5mm² gauge wires for both the positive and negative wires. Screw the wires according to the following instruction:

• 1- Terminal on the battery positive (+)
• 2- Terminal on the battery negative (-)

As protection, a fuse must be installed close to the positive pole of the battery (1A fuse). See page 07 of this manual for more details. For the REMOTE connection, use 0.5 mm² wire.

The sound mixer must be fixed in an easily accessible and ventilated place. It is not recommended to install the product on the sides of speakers, as vibrations can damage its internal components.

To avoid noise pickup, use good quality shielded signal cables and connectors.

⚠️ CAUTION: Check power polarity and recommended gauge. It is recommended to install a 1 Ampere fuse on the positive supply terminal.

Product Overview

This section provides an overview of the T 0302 sound mixer. Install the mixer in an easily accessible place and, if fixing is necessary, use the 4 screwing holes to avoid possible vibrations.

Front Panel Layout:

• Power Section: POWER (12V-350mA), ON/OFF button, REMOTE IN/OUT connectors.
• Input Channels (1, 2, 3): MIC/LINE 1 (XLR/1/4" combo), LINE 2 (RCA/1/4"), LINE 3 (RCA/1/4").
• Output Connectors (AUX, MAIN): RCA/1/4" connectors.
• Channel Controls (per channel): GAIN, HIGH EQ, MID HIGH EQ, MID LOW EQ, LOW EQ, LEVEL CHANNELS, MUTE button.
• Master Controls: PHASE (for AUX OUT), AUX LEVEL, VU-METER (output signal level indicator), MAIN LEVEL.
• LED Indicators: CLIP (red, indicates input saturation or MUTE active), SIGNAL (green, indicates signal presence).
• Mounting Points: Four screw holes for secure installation.

Connections

Inputs

• MIC/LINE (1): Balanced inputs for XLR (Cannon) and 1/4" (6.3mm) TRS connectors. ATTENTION: these inputs DO NOT have Phantom Power.
• LINE (2 & 3): Unbalanced inputs for RCA or 1/4" (6.3mm) TRS connectors. These allow receiving signals from various sound equipment such as CD/DVD/MP3 players, audio processors, etc., with high-level outputs.

Outputs

• AUX OUT: Features an RCA connector in parallel with a 1/4" (6.3mm) TRS connector. This output mixes all input signals, including Left (L) and Right (R). It includes a phase inversion button and an independent level control, but also responds to the MAIN LEVEL control.
• MAIN OUT: Features an RCA connector in parallel with a 1/4" (6.3mm) TRS connector. This output mixes all input channels, including Right (R) and Left (L).

Functions and Controls

• GAIN: Adjusts the input signal level. Use this to prevent input saturation, indicated by the CLIP LEDs.
• HIGH: Increases or reduces treble frequencies by up to ±15dB.
• MID HIGH: Increases or reduces mid-high frequencies by up to ±15dB.
• MID LOW: Increases or reduces mid-low frequencies by up to ±15dB.
• LOW: Increases or reduces bass frequencies by up to ±15dB.
• LEVEL CHANNELS: Adjusts the audio level of channels 1, 2, or 3 that will be mixed at the outputs.
• MUTE: Mutes the channel mixing at the outputs. Useful for quick channel muting without changing gain settings. When activated, the red CLIP LED will light regardless of the input signal level.
• LED INDICATORS: Red LED indicates channel input saturation or MUTE button pressed. Green LED indicates that the channel is receiving signal at its input.
• PHASE: Inverts the signal phase of the AUX OUT channel by 180°.
• AUX LEVEL: Adjusts the audio output level at AUX OUT.
• VU-METER: Indicates the output signal level.
• MAIN LEVEL: Controls the signal level at the main outputs.

Installation: Power and Activation

The T 0302 is designed for car audio systems with a 12V battery but can also be used with an external 12V plug adapter (minimum 2A current, purchased separately). Ensure the adapter plug is the standard P4-2mm type.

The unit features an ON/OFF button that bypasses the REMOTE IN connections. It can also automatically turn on and off via the REMOTE IN connection. To use this feature, keep the ON/OFF button in the OFF (unpressed) position.

The REMOTE OUT connection can be used for powering amplifiers and is timed to minimize transients during system startup and shutdown.

• REMOTE IN (01): Electrical connection that automatically turns the unit on or off via a remote cable from a CD/MP3 player. Use 0.5 mm² cable. Note: If the ON/OFF button is pressed, the device will not turn off via remote activation.
• REMOTE OUT (02): Output for activating other devices, such as amplifiers, that have a remote input. This output is current-limited (max 100mA) and requires a 0.5 mm² or higher gauge cable.
• 12V POWER SUPPLY (03): Uses a standard P4/12V 2mm power connector. Use the included TERMINAL/P4 adapter or a separate 12V adapter source. Use a 1.5mm² cable for connections and install a 1A fuse on the positive wire as close as possible to the battery, following the markings on the TERMINAL/P4 adapter: ⬈ to the battery's 12V positive terminal, ⬊ to the battery's negative terminal.
• POWER ON/OFF (04): Turns the sound mixer on when pressed, regardless of the REMOTE IN signal. If REMOTE IN is active, this button will not turn the device off until REMOTE IN is deactivated.

⚠️ CAUTION: Check power polarity and recommended gauge. It is recommended to install a 1 Ampere fuse on the positive supply terminal.

Installation: Connection Examples

Connection Example - 1

This diagram illustrates a typical setup:

• Microphone: Connects to MIC/LINE 1 input.
• Head Unit (CD/DVD Player): Connects to LINE 2 or 3 inputs.
• Accessory (e.g., Digital Audio Processor): Connected between the mixer's MAIN OUT and Amplifier 1.
• Amplifier 1: Receives signal from the Accessory.
• Amplifier 2: Receives signal from the mixer's AUX OUT.

Connection Example - 2

This diagram shows an alternative setup:

• Microphone: Connects to MIC/LINE 1 input.
• Head Unit (CD/DVD Player): Connects to LINE 2 or 3 inputs.
• Sound System 1 (Amplifier 1): Receives signal from the mixer's MAIN OUT.
• Sound System 2 (Amplifier 2): Receives signal from the mixer's AUX OUT.

Illustrative Images: These diagrams are for illustration purposes only.

Technical Features

Taramps reserves the right to modify the content of this manual without prior notice and without any obligation to apply the modifications to previously produced units.