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MDR624 Ownman V1sp-1
MDR624 Ownman V1sp-1
AUX RET
MIC IN
LEFT/MONO
CR OUTPUT
RIGHT
LINE IN
LINE IN
30
PHONES
3/L
5/L
GAIN
LINE IN
-26
+26
60
0
5
12K
10
6/R
15
10
15
10
10
15
10
15
10
10
15
10
MF
5 2.5K
10
RIGHT
10
15
15
AUX RETURN
LF
5 80Hz
10
10
15
LEFT
RIGHT
15
0
5
LEFT
15
15
2T OUT
12K
10
15
MF
5 2.5K
10
LF
5 80Hz
15
15
2T IN
HF
10
0
5
0
5
12K
10
15
MF
15
HF
10
5 2.5K
10
LF
5 80Hz
15
15
0
5
12K
10
10
15
HF
15
MF
5 2.5K
60
10
0
5
+26
HF
10
15
-26
MIX OUTPUT
LINE IN
4/R
5
30
GAIN
15
LF
5 80Hz
10
PHANTOM
POWER
10
15
15
10
CLIP
+12
AUX
AUX
AUX
AUX
2TK TO MIX
+6
0
-6
10
10
10
10
-12
2TK TO C/R
0
PAN
-18
PAN
BAL
BAL
-24
L
OUTPUT LEVEL
R
PEAK
10
PEAK
10
PEAK
10
PEAK
10
10
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
CHANNEL 1
CHANNEL 2
CHANNEL 3/4
CHANNEL 5/6
CR / PHONES
10
LEVEL
MAIN LEVEL
MIC IN
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to
rain or moisture. To reduce the hazard of electrical shock, do not remove cover or
back. No user serviceable parts inside. Please refer all servicing to qualified personnel.The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle,
is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage"
within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
Important Safety Instructions
1. Please read all instructions before operating the unit.
2. Keep these instructions for future reference.
3. Please heed all safety warnings.
4. Follow manufacturers instructions.
5. Do not use this unit near water or moisture.
6. Clean only with a damp cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturers instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type
plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or third
prong is provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on and pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles and at the point at which they exit from the
unit.
11. Unplug this unit during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
12. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the unit
has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug damage, or
if liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the unit, the unit has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
ACHTUNG: Um die Gefahr eines Brandes oder Stromschlags zu verringern, sollten Sie dieses Gert weder Regen noch Feuchtigkeit aussetzen.Um die Gefahr
eines Stromschlags zu verringern, sollten Sie weder Deckel noch Rckwand des
Gerts entfernen. Im Innern befinden sich keine Teile, die vom Anwender
gewartet werden knnen. berlassen Sie die Wartung qualifiziertem
Table of Contents
Introduction
MDR624 Features
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System Set-ups
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16
Specifications
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Block Diagram
18
Notes
18-19
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Samson MDR624 mixer! The MDR624 is a six channel mixer, with two
low noise microphone pre-amps. In addition to the two mono Mic/line inputs, there are two channels with left and
right inputs to handle stereo signals. For added flexibility, you can change the tone quality of your microphones or
other line inputs by using the three-band channel equalizers. Connecting external effects like a reverb or digital
delay to the MDR624 is easy thanks to the Aux send on each channel along with the stereo Aux Return in the
master section. LED indicators for Power, Phantom, Peak and Main Output Level make it easy to keep your levels set correctly and minimize distortion. Clean, clear sound reproduction, packaged in a rugged enclosure,
ensure reliable high quality sound from performance to performance. Optimized for recording, live sound reinforcement and commercial installations, the MDR624 is an ideal mixer solution offering big sound in a compact
package.
In these pages, youll find a detailed description of the features of the MDR624 mixer, as well as a description of
its front and rear panels, step-by-step instructions for its setup and use, and full specifications. Youll also find a
warranty card enclosedplease dont forget to fill it out and mail it in so that you can receive online technical support and so we can send you updated information about these and other Samson products in the future.
With proper care and adequate air circulation, your MDR624 will operate trouble free for many years. We recommend you record your serial number in the space provided below for future reference.
Serial number:
Date of purchase:
Should your unit ever require servicing, a Return Authorization number (RA) must be obtained before shipping
your unit to Samson. Without this number, the unit will not be accepted. Please call Samson at 1-800-3SAMSON
(1-800-372-6766) for a Return Authorization number prior to shipping your unit. Please retain the original packing
materials and if possible, return the unit in the original carton and packing materials.
MDR624 Features
MIC IN
AUX SEND
AUX RET
MIC IN
LEFT/MONO
CR OUTPUT
RIGHT
LINE IN
LINE IN
30
PHONES
3/L
5/L
GAIN
LINE IN
LINE IN
-26
+26
60
0
5
15
15
10
10
15
10
15
15
10
10
15
10
10
15
5 80Hz
10
10
15
15
MF
5 2.5K
10
15
LEFT
LEFT
RIGHT
RIGHT
10
15
15
LF
2T OUT
12K
10
MF
5 2.5K
LF
5 80Hz
15
10
2T IN
HF
15
12K
10
MF
10
15
15
10
5 2.5K
HF
15
12K
10
MF
5 2.5K
HF
10
60
15
12K
10
15
+26
HF
15
10
-26
MIX OUTPUT
6/R
4/R
5
30
GAIN
AUX RETURN
LF
5 80Hz
10
10
15
15
LF
5 80Hz
10
PHANTOM
POWER
10
15
15
10
CLIP
+12
AUX
AUX
AUX
AUX
2TK TO MIX
+6
0
-6
10
10
10
10
-12
2TK TO C/R
0
PAN
-18
PAN
BAL
BAL
-24
L
OUTPUT LEVEL
R
PEAK
10
PEAK
10
PEAK
10
PEAK
10
10
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
CHANNEL 1
CHANNEL 2
CHANNEL 3/4
CHANNEL 5/6
CR / PHONES
10
LEVEL
MAIN LEVEL
The Samson MDR624 six channel mixer, is a comprehensive, all-in-one solution for live sound, recording, fixed
installation and post production applications. Here are some of its main features:
Flexible design topology ideal for live sound, recording and post production.
2 Track To Mix Level control allows you to mix in a CD, DAT, Cassette, Computer Sound Card or Mini
Disk with the channel faders.
Three-band channel equalizer, +/-15dB at 80Hz, 2.5 KHz and 12KHz provides precise and musical
results in sound shaping.
An Auxiliary Send for external effects, on stage monitor mix, or headphone mixing.
Eight segment LED Meter with VU ballistics displays the main MIX output.
High quality, low noise, discrete microphone pre-amplifiers with 48-Volt phantom power, provide
Maximum Dynamic Range and transparent audio.
Advanced circuit design using discrete components and high quality, low noise op-amps carefully selected at each stage of the signal path.
Quality build and rugged construction ensure reliable performance from venue to venue and session to
session.
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13
MIC IN
15
16
17
AUX SEND
AUX RET
MIC IN
14
LEFT/MONO
CR OUTPUT
3
R
RIGHT
PHONES
18
LINE IN
LINE IN
30
3/L
5/L
30
GAIN
GAIN
LINE IN
-26
+26
60
-26
+26
19
MIX OUTPUT
LINE IN
6/R
4/R
60
20
0
HF
10
10
15
15
10
15
10
10
LF
10
15
15
15
5 80Hz
15
15
10
LF
5 80Hz
10
10
15
15
RIGHT
RIGHT
23
10
15
15
LF
5 80Hz
10
AUX RETURN
5
LF
5 80Hz
10
15
21
22
MF
5 2.5K
10
15
LEFT
15
10
15
LEFT
0
5
10
2T OUT
12K
10
15
MF
5 2.5K
15
2T IN
HF
10
0
5
10
12K
10
15
MF
5 2.5K
0
5
15
HF
10
10
12K
10
15
MF
5 2.5K
15
HF
10
0
5
12K
PHANTOM
POWER
10
15
15
10
CLIP
+12
AUX
AUX
AUX
AUX
2TK TO MIX
+6
0
-6
10
10
10
10
-12
2TK TO C/R
0
PAN
-18
PAN
BAL
BAL
-24
L
OUTPUT LEVEL
10
10
PEAK
10
PEAK
PEAK
10
PEAK
10
10
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
CHANNEL 1
CHANNEL 2
CHANNEL 3/4
CHANNEL 5/6
CR / PHONES
10
LEVEL
24
MAIN LEVEL
25
28
A
27
26
PHANTOM
OFF
OFF
POWER
MADE IN CHINA
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
RISQUE DE SHOCK ELECTRIQUE
NE PAS OUVRIR
AC ADAPTOR
SERIAL NUMBER :
GAIN Used to set the input level of the mic pre and line
input.
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22
27
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REAR PANEL
13 AUX RET Input connector from external line level
sources.
GAIN
The MDR624s pre-amp stage has a variable GAIN control, which is used to set the sensitivity of the
input. Because the input can accept either a mic or line level signal, the GAIN control operates in two
ranges based on which input is being used. When a microphone is connected to the input, the range is
5 to 60dB, and when a line is connected, the range is 26 to +26dB. For more infor30
mation on using the GAIN control see the section CONNECTING MICROPHONES AND INSTRUGAIN
MENTS on page 12 of this manual.
1
5
-26
+26
CHANNEL EQUALIZER
The MDR624 input channels feature a 3-band equalizer allowing you to adjust the
high, mid, and low frequencies independently on each channel. The channels frequency response is flat when the knobs are in the "12:00" position. Rotating the
knob towards the right will boost the corresponding frequency band by up to 15dB,
and rotating it towards the left will cut the frequency by up to 15dB. The frequency
centers, range of boost or cut, and equalizer type for each band are as follows:
High: 12KHz +/- 15dB shelving type
Mid: 2.5KHz +/- 15dB peaking type
Low: 80Hz +/- 15dB shelving type
0
5
10
12K
10
15
15
HF
MF
5 2.5K
10
10
15
15
60
AUX SEND
10
The AUX section is often used for a monitor mix in a live sound mixing, or for a
headphone mix in a recording application. Each input channel includes an Aux send
which controls the amount of that channels signal that is sent to the Aux bus. For
more information on using the AUX control see the section SENDING AN INDEPENDENT MIX
TO THE MONITOR SPEAKERS on page 13 of this manual.
10
15
15
AUX
LF
5 80Hz
10
4
L
BAL
10
PEAK LED
The MDR624s MIC/LINE pre-amp also includes a CLIP LED which,
when illuminated, indicates that the signal is peaking or overloading.
To reduce distortion, lower the GAIN control to keep this LED from
staying on.
PAN
FADER
R
The MDR624s rotary input FADER controls the overall channel level.
The input FADER features an audio taper and no detents for smooth
fades.
PEAK
10
LEVEL
CHANNEL 1
MAIN LEVEL
The master MAIN control is the overall volume control for
the left and right mix bus. The MAIN LEVEL affects both
the Control ROOM signal which is output to the speakers
and the line level signal which is output from the MIX OUT
jacks.
CR OUTPUT
CR / PHONES
L
MIX OUTPUT
2T IN
HF
2T OUT
12K
10
LEFT
LEFT
RIGHT
RIGHT
15
0
MF
5 2.5K
10 2TK TO CR
10
15
AUX RETURN
LF
5 80Hz
PHANTOM
POWER
10
15
10
CLIP
+12
AUX
2TK TO MIX
+6
0
11
-6
10
11 2TK TO MIX
-12
2TK TO C/R
-18
BAL
-24
10
PEAK
10
VEL
NEL 5/6
10
LEVEL
CR / PHONES
OUTPUT LEVEL
10
LEVEL
MAIN LEVEL
POWER LED
The Power LED lights up to indicate that the main POWER switch (located on the rear panel) is on.
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2T IN
HF
10
MF
14
2T OUT
12K
2.5K
LEFT
LEFT
RIGHT
RIGHT
AUX RETURN
13
12
LF
80Hz
10
PHANTOM
15
0
POWER
10
CLIP
+12
AUX
2TK TO MIX
+6
Auxiliary Return
0
-6
-12
2TK TO C/R
-18
BAL
-24
L
OUTPUT LEVEL
14
5
EAK
15
AUX RET
This adjusts the amount of signal that is coming from the AUX RET jacks to the MAIN bus.
For more information on using the AUX control see
the section USING AN EXTERNAL EFFECT on page
13 of this manual.
10
LEVEL
CR / PHONES
10
LEVEL
MAIN LEVEL
16
MIC IN
17
AUX SEND
AUX RET
MIC IN
16
LEFT/MONO
RIGHT
PHONES
17
LINE IN
LINE IN
30
30
GAIN
3/L
18
GAIN
4/R
5
-26
+26
60
-26
+26
5/L
LINE IN
LINE IN
6/R
60
18
10
19
AUX Send
The signal present at the AUX output is sent from the AUX bus, which is fed from the AUX send on the
input channels. The AUX output can be used as the
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MONITOR MIX bus in a live sound situation by connecting the output to a power amp and monitor speaker.
AUX SEND
AUX RET
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21
20
23
RIGHT
PHONES
5/L
LINE IN
LINE IN
MIX OUTPUT
6/R
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The Control Room outputs are used to connect a studio monitor system. The Control Room outputs have
the same output as the L/R MIX, however, the level
can be adjusted independently from the main mix
using the C ROOM/HEADPHONES control.
HF
15
15
15
15
10
2T OUT
12K
10
LE
LEFT
0
5
2T IN
HF
12K
10
15
22
21
CR OUTPUT
MF
5 2.5K
10
15
10
15
MF
5 2.5K
RI
RIGHT
10
15
24
AUX RETURN
25
23
HEADPHONE OUTPUT
You can connect a standard pair of stereo headphones to the PHONES jack and depending on the position of the 2T TO CR switch, you will hear either the 2-Track input or the MAIN mix.
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2TR INPUT
The MDR624 features dual RCA connectors for the left and right 2-track input. You can use these inputs
to connect a CD, Cassette, Mini Disk, DAT or the output from a computer sound card. To listen to the
input connected to the 2T IN, be sure to check the position of the 2T To Mix and 2T TO CR switches. For
more information on using the 2 Track inputs, see the section PLAYING BACK A CD USING 2T TO MIX on page 13 of
this manual.
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2TR OUTPUT
If you want to record the mix from your MDR624, you can use the 2-track OUT connectors. The dual RCA
connectors can be connected to a CD, Cassette, Mini Disk, DAT or recorder, even the input of a computer
sound card for hard disk recording. For more information on using the 2 Track outputs, see the section RECORDING
A MIX FROM THE MDR624 on page 13 of this manual.
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Bass Guitar
Vocal
Lead Guitar
Direct Box
Signal Processor
Stereo Signal
SIGNAL FLOW
SIGNAL FLOW
SIGNAL FLOW
SIGNAL FLOW
Keyboards
MIC IN
AUX SEND
AUX RET
MIC IN
LEFT/MONO
CR OUTPUT
RIGHT
LINE IN
LINE IN
30
PHONES
3/L
5/L
GAIN
LINE IN
LINE IN
-26
+26
60
0
5
15
15
10
10
15
10
15
15
10
10
15
10
15
15
10
10
15
LEFT
LEFT
RIGHT
RIGHT
10
15
15
AUX RETURN
0
5 80Hz
10
10
15
5 2.5K
10
LF
MF
0
5 80Hz
15
5 2.5K
10
LF
2T OUT
12K
10
MF
LF
5 80Hz
15
10
2T IN
HF
15
12K
10
0
5 2.5K
10
15
15
10
MF
HF
15
12K
10
MF
5 2.5K
HF
10
60
15
12K
10
15
+26
HF
15
10
-26
MIX OUTPUT
6/R
4/R
5
30
GAIN
15
LF
5 80Hz
10
PHANTOM
POWER
10
15
15
10
CLIP
+12
AUX
AUX
AUX
AUX
2TK TO MIX
+6
0
-6
10
10
10
10
-12
2TK TO C/R
0
PAN
-18
PAN
BAL
BAL
-24
L
OUTPUT LEVEL
L
10
10
10
10
10
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
CHANNEL 1
CHANNEL 2
CHANNEL 3/4
CHANNEL 5/6
HEADPHONES
10
LEVEL
MAIN LEVEL
12
10
AUX
10
AUX
AUX
10
2TK
10
2. In order to get the most gain from your monitor mix, use an external graphic equalizer (like a Samson S curve
131 or E31i) to cut out any frequencies that cause feedback. For more information, see the diagram on pg. 14.
USING AN EXTERNAL EFFECT
If you want to use an external device for effects processing, you can easily connect the unit using the MDR624
AUX bus. Follow the simple steps below to interface your
processor:
1. Set the L/R mix faders to the "2 oclock" position.
AUX SEND
AUX RET
2. Raise the AUX knobs for the channels to which you want
the external effect to be applied.
LEFT/MONO
CR OUTPUT
RIGHT
3. Set the input level of the external effect so that the sound is
not distorted and so that the effects input meter does not
indicate a clipped signal.
4. Use the AUX return control to adjust the level of the effects
processed by the external effects device.
PHONES
5/L
3/L
LINE IN
MIX OUTPUT
LINE IN
6/R
4/R
LEFT
OUTPUT
0
5
HF
10
2T OUT
12K
10
LEFT
LEFT
RIGHT
RIGHT
INPUT
MF
5 2.5K
10
10
MF
5 2.5K
10
10
15
15
15
5 80Hz
10
10
15
AUX RETURN
LF
15
LF
5 80Hz
10
PHANTOM
POWER
10
15
15
Effects Processor
10
CLIP
+12
AUX
AUX
2TK TO MIX
Turn the CONTROL ROOM and MAIN LEVEL knob all the way down.
LINE IN
MIX OUTPUT
+6
PHONES
2T IN
HF
10
2T OUT
12K
10
LEFT
LEFT
RIGHT
RIGHT
RECORD
INPUT
15
15
0
MF
5 2.5K
10
10
15
15
AUX RETURN
LF
5 80Hz
10
PHANTOM
15
OUTPUT
POWER
10
15
10
CLIP
+12
AUX
2TK TO MIX
+6
0
-6
10
-12
2TK TO C/R
-18
BAL
-24
OUTPUT LEVEL
13
RIGHT
OUTPUT
15
15
0
5
HF
10
15
15
12K
10
2T IN
CD BURNER
14
15
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MDR624 Specifications
Mono input channels
Microphone input
Frequency response
Distortion (THD&N)
Gain range
SNR (Signal to Noise Ratio)
Line input
Frequency response
Distortion (THD&N)
Sensitivity range
balanced
10Hz to 55kHz,+0/-3dB
0.05% at +4dBu, 1kHz
Impedances
Microphone input
All other inputs
Tape out
All other outputs
3.6Kohm
10Kohm or greater
1Kohm
120ohm
Equalization
Hi shelving
Mid bell
Low shelving
Max output
AUX Return gain range
AUX Send max out
Power supply
Main Voltage
Europe
U.K./Australia
Power Consumption
(AC/AC Adaptor)
USA/Canada 95-120V~,60Hz
210-230V~,50Hz
240V~,50Hz
10Watts
Physical
Dimension
Net weight
17
Block Diagram
18
Notes
19
Notes
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