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XONE:62 User Guide 9

The XONE:62 Application

This diagram shows an example hook-up to demonstrate how the XONE:62 can be connected in a

typical DJ application. Note that you do not need to connect the channels in the order shown, also

that the connector types on the equipment you connect to may be different to that shown. Use

cables appropriate to your application. Please read Plugging Up The System before connecting

to your equipment. The following describes how the console is used in this example application:

Microphone sources: The DJ microphone is plugged into CH1. A second mic is

plugged into CH2, typically for MC or guest announcements. These signals route to the

mix output and headphones. They are not routed through the crossfader, nor to the

booth monitor, so avoiding potential acoustic feedback.

Background music source: A CD player plugs into CH2 line input as an alternative to

the second microphone. This provides operator free background music when the DJ is

not performing, typically during early evening walk in or intermission. The music routes

to the mix output and is not affected by the crossfader.

Mix music sources: CH3 and CH4 are used for the mix music sources. Both a

turntable and a CD deck are plugged into each, one for each side of the crossfader. The

turntable magnetic cartridges plug into the RIAA equipped phono inputs, the CD into the

line inputs. The required source is selected using the channel source select switch. This

gives the DJ the choice of vinyl or CD mixing, or cross mixing between the two. CH3

and 4 are conveniently centred on the crossfader, ideal for easy XY crossfading.

Drum machine: It is increasingly popular for the DJ to cut in additional sources over

the mix. A drum machine provides a creative instrument, ideal for enhancing the beat

and bass line. This is shown plugged into CH5 stereo line input. It can be assigned to

either side of the crossfader or direct to the mix as required.

Sampler effects: The stereo Aux send is used to feed selected channels to an external

effects unit such as a sampler or echo device. This is typically set pre-fader so that the

effect can be set up while the channel fader is down. The sampler output is returned into

CH6 line input and becomes another creative source that can be added to the mix, either

direct or through the crossfader.

Mix outputs: These outputs feed the house PA system to provide quality sound to the

dance floor. The connections are balanced pro level +4dBu to feed long cable runs to

the amplifier system. They may plug into system processors such as protection limiters,

EQ and crossovers which in turn connect to the amplifiers.

Mono output: This output provides a mono sum of the left and right mix that follows the

master fader. This is shown connected to a sound-to-light controller that provides

lighting effects in time with the music. Alternatively, the mono output could be connected

to a sub bass amplifier system to supplement left and right satellite speakers, or to a

mono zone speaker system.

Recording the show: A dedicated music only stereo output connects to a recorder

such as the MD shown to record the performance. Typically the mic signals are not

recorded. The signal is not affected by the master mix control.

Booth monitor: A stereo speaker system provides the DJ with a music only local

monitor. This can be checked or worked in mono if required, or muted if the DJ wishes

to check the main PA sound or work with headphones only.

Headphones: Closed ear stereo headphones are recommended allowing the DJ to

check and cue the music sources. Split-cue keeps the program in one ear while cueing

with the other to synchronise the beat before introducing the source into the mix.

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