User manual ART S8-3WAY

[. . . ] ART User Manual Eight Channel Three-Way High Performance Microphone Splitter The S8-3WAY eight channel three way microphone splitter is ideal for live sound, fixed install, recording, and broadcast applications where microphone and XLR balanced line level input signals have to go to multiple mix locations. Each channel provides one XLR input, one XLR direct output, with two additional transformer isolated XLR outputs for a total of 3 balanced outputs from each microphone input signal. Typical uses would include sending 8 direct signals through the S8-3WAY to a main or FOH (Front Of House) mixer, with additional isolated feeds going to a monitor mix station, remote recording desk, or broadcast feed. [. . . ] NOTE: The chassis ground connects to the Channel One input ground only, in order to reduce the possibility of channel crosstalk through chassis ground. To provide the noise-shielding benefit of the chassis enclosure when the S8 is not mounted in a grounded rack system, be sure to use the Channel One input when using fewer than eight channel input connections. 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION ­ READ FIRST This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the accompanying literature. Read instructions: Retain these safety and operating instructions for future reference. Moisture: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock do not expose the unit to rain, moisture or use in damp or wet conditions. Do not place container of liquid on it, which may spill into any openings. Environment: Protect from excessive dirt, dust, heat, and vibration when operating and storing. Avoid tobacco ash, drink spillage and smoke, especially that associated with smoke machines. Handling: To prevent damage to the controls and cosmetics avoid rough handling and excessive vibration. To avoid injury to yourself or damage to the equipment take care when lifting, moving or carrying the unit. Servicing: Refer servicing to qualified technical personnel only. WARRANTY INFORMATION Limited Warranty Applied Research and Technology will provide warranty and service for this unit in accordance with the following warrants: Applied Research and Technology, (A R T) warrants to the original purchaser that this product and the components thereof will be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of three years from the date of purchase. Applied Research and Technology will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defective product or component parts upon prepaid delivery to the factory service department or authorized service center, accompanied by proof of purchase date in the form of a valid sales receipt. Exclusions: This warranty does not apply in the event of misuse or abuse of the product or as a result of unauthorized alterations or repairs. This warranty is void if the serial number is altered, defaced, or removed. A R T reserves the right to make changes in design or make additions to or improvements upon this product without any obligation to install the same on products previously manufactured. A R T shall not be liable for any consequential damages, including without limitation damages resulting from loss of use. [. . . ] 3) If you are returning the unit for service, pack the unit in its original carton or a reasonable substitute. The original packaging may not be suitable as a shipping carton, so consider putting the packaged unit in another box for shipping. 4) Include, with your unit, a note with the RA number and your contact information including a daytime phone number, preferably attached to the top of the unit. Copyright 2009 Applied Research & Technology www. artproaudio. com S8-3WAY 2 [. . . ]