TWO-YEAR WARRANTY

Azden Corporation warrants, to the first purchaser, that the Azden brand product
purchased is free from defects in material and workmanship. Azden's sole obligation
under this warranty shall be to provide, without charge, repair or replacement
(at Azden's option), within two years from the date of purchase. A dated receipt acts
to establish the date of purchase.

This warranty is the sole and exclusive express warranty given with respect to the
product and all other express warranties are hereby excluded. Neither AZDEN, nor
the dealer who sells this product, is responsible for indirect, incidental or consequential
damages. FMX-42
This warranty does not extend to any defect, malfunction or failure caused by misuse, INSTRUCTIONS
abuse, accident, faulty hookup, unauthorized modification or defective associated
equipment for which it is not intended. Please read your owner's manual carefully.

To register this product, go to www.azdencorp.com/warranty "for North/South

America and EU customers.

Asia/Oceania customers contact with Azden distributors listed on www.azden.co.jp/global.html

Customers in the Asian and Oceania markets contact: 4-CHANNEL PORTABLE MIXER
Azden Corp., 1-12-17 Kamirenjaku Mitaka-shi, Tokyo, 181-8533 Japan
voice - 81-1-422-55-5115(Japan) • fax - 81-1-422-55-0131(Japan)
email - sales@azden.co.jp
Customers in the North/South America and Europian markets contact:
Azden Corp., 147 New Hyde Park Rd, P.O. Box 10, Franklin Square, NY 11010
voice - 516.328.7500 • fax - 516.328.7506 • email - azdenus@azdencorp.com
© 2007 Azden Corporation Printed in Japan P1040-01 060-35511-01A

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 Standard: +4 dBu (electronically balanced, >5k load)

Maximum: -20 dBu (electronically balanced, >5k load)

Maximum: -20 dBu (electronically balanced, >2k load)

Standard: -36 dBu (electronically balanced, >5k load)

Unbalanced Output Level Standard: -36 dBu (electronically balanced, >2k load)
Maximum: +20 dBu (electronically balanced, >5k load)
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing Azden's FMX-42 4-channel portable mixer. The FMX-42
was designed to work with most microphones that have a low-impedance XLR output
or line-level devices. Its output can be connected to virtually any video camera or
audio recorder, which has XLR or mini-connector mic/line inputs.

16-100 load recommended

Standard Output Level: 0 VU (+4 dBu)
Maximum: +1 dBu (32 load at 9V)
XLR 3-pin Male x 2 (Output L & R)
It is very important to read and understand this manual completely before use. Keep

3.5mm (1/8") Stereo Mini-Jack

this manual for future reference.

6.3mm (1/4") Stereo Jack

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When connecting/disconnecting cables, and/or changing the PHANT OM power

Impedance: 600

Impedance: 600

Impedance: 120
settings or INPUT LEVEL settings, make certain to turn the input LEVEL control
knobs to zero or to turn the POWER switch OFF.

When the PHANT OM DC48V power is not needed, make sure the PHANTOM switch
is in OFF position.

Balanced Output Level

Before turning the PHANT OM DC48V switch ON, make sure your condenser Unbalanced Output:
Balanced Outputs:
microphone is designed to handle 48VDC or the microphone may be damaged. Monitor Output:

Monitor Output
Check the microphone's user manual or with the manufacturer of your microphone.
OUTPUT

Meters
INSTALLING BATTERIES
LINE

MIC
Make sure that the POWER switch is OFF . Remove the battery cover by pressing
the clip in and then lifting up the cover. Install 6 fresh"AA"alkaline batteries following
the polarity diagram inside the battery compartment. Do not force the batteries.
<0.005% @ 1 kHz (at LINE position +19 dBu output)

After all 6 batteries are properly installed, replace the battery cover and move the
Signal-to-Noise Balanced Output: -120 dBu (A weighted, input equivalent level)

160mA (Meter Illum OFF, Phantom ON w/1 MIC @ 9V)

Approx.14 hours (Meter Illum & Phantom Power OFF)
POWER switch to the"ON"position. The POWER indicator LED in the front panel

220mmW x 160mmD x 56mmH (without protrusions)

will turn green.

Standard: -38 dBu (electronically balanced)

MIC LO Standard: -58 dBu (electronically balanced)

Standard: +4 dBu (electronically balanced)
9"W x 6 1/2" D x 2 1/4"H (without protrusions)
104mA (Meter Illum & Phantom OFF @ 15V)
132mA (Meter Illum & Phantom OFF @ 9V)

CAUTION
Balanced or Unbalanced Output: 20 Hz - 30 kHz (+0/-1.5 dB)

Do not use other batteries than "AA" alkaline batteries. Do not mix fresh batteries

XLR 3-pin Female x 4 (CH1, 2, 3 & 4)

30 Hz - 30 kHz (+0/-2 dB)

1,300 grams/3 lbs (without batteries)

with used batteries.
Remove the batteries if the mixer will not be used for a long period of time to prevent
battery fluid leak.

Maximum: >+26 dBu

Maximum: -15 dBu

Maximum: +4 dBu
EXTERNAL POWER
1 kHz 0 VU

10.5V DC @ 200mA

Impedance: 20k

Impedance: 2k

Impedance: 2k
The FMX-42 can be powered from an external power supply using a 12V AC adaptor
48V (V)

6 Alkaline "AA"

High Pass Filter (HPF) 100Hz - 6dB/oct

(not included*). When the FMX-42 is connected to an active 110VAC through an AC
adaptor and the POWER switch is turned ON, the batteries will be automatically
disconnected.
*An optional AC adaptor, part number BC-27H, is available. Call Azden for details.
Sample Tone Frequency:
Phantom Power Voltage:
FMX-42 SPECIFICATIONS

T.H.D. Balanced Output:

Frequency Response

MIC HI
Battery Requireme:

BALLISTIC NYLON CASE

LINE
Battery Runtime:
External Power:
Monitor Output:

Current Drain:

Balanced Input:
Dimensions:

The FMX-42 is supplied with a ballistic nylon case. Place the mixer in the case and
GENERAL

adjust the neck strap to achieve the most comfortable position. For additional support
Weight:

and comfort, if desired, a back harness (not supplied) can be secured to the metal rings
INPUT

Level

on the case.

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 RIGHT-SIDE OUTPUT/CONTROL PANEL FRONT CONTROL PANEL
.POWER Switch . POWER Indicator
When the POWER switch is ON, the LED will turn GREEN. When the battery
& .OUTPUT Connector L and R voltage level becomes too low for proper operation, the LED will turn RED. When
Connect a cable from OUTPUT L and/or R to the microphone or line input of your this happens, replace the batteries with fresh "AA" alkaline batteries.
video camera or audio recorder. These outputs accept a standard 3-pin female XLR
connector. Push the XLR connector into the OUTPUT jack until it locks. To remove, . Channel 1, 2, 3 & 4 Input LEVEL Controls
press the release tab on the XLR connector and pull the connector out. Each knob controls the input volume of the microphone connected to the
corresponding INPUT . Zero is the lowest (quietest) setting while 10 is the highest
.STEREO Mini-Connector Output
The STEREO mini-connector (3.5mm) output is designed for video cameras or audio (loudest). For the best sound with the lowest possible noise, increase the input level
recorders with mini-connector microphone-level inputs. This output is stereo control until the corresponding VU Meter peaks at 0 dB.
(dual-channel) and unbalanced. The standard output level is fixed at -36 dBu. It is
recommended to use a stereo-to-stereo mini cable (not supplied) from the STEREO . Channel 1, 2, 3 & 4 P AN Controls
mini-connector output to the input of your video camera or audio recorder. Because Each channel of the FMX-42 has an adjustable PAN control (the outer-rim at the
the FMX-42 is equipped with low-impedance XLR inputs and a mini-connector output, base of the Input LEVEL control ). When the P AN Control is in the center position,
users of mini DV cameras with mini-connector microphone inputs can now use high- an equal amount of sound will come from OUTPUT L and OUTPUT R for any
quality microphones with XLR outputs. microphone or line-level input connected to the corresponding INPUT . Moving
the PAN control left will decrease the sound output in the Right channel. Moving the
.LEVEL Selector PAN control right will decrease the sound output in the Left channel.
Select the OUTPUT & LEVEL that is best suited for your video camera or audio
recorder. The +4 dBu setting is for line-level audio inputs and the -36 dBu setting is . MASTER Level Control
for microphone-level audio input. The MASTER knob controls the overall volume of all connected sources
(microphones and/or line-level devices). For the best sound with the lowest possible
.Monitor PHONES Output Jack A 6.3mm (1/4") jack for headphones. noise, try to keep this control set at its midpoint while maintaining the VU Meters
at the 0 dB range with the input LEVEL controls .
.LEVEL Volume Control
Controls the volume level of the monitor PHONES output . Zero is the lowest . Channel 1, 2, 3 & 4 LIMITER Switch
(quietest) setting and 10 is the highest (loudest).
Each INPUT channel has a switchable LIMITER. After setting the input LEVEL ,
.METER ILLUM(ination) Switch turn this switch to ON. The LIMITER circuit acts as a safety and reduces the
Turn this switch ON to light up the VU Meters. possibility of overload distortion from very loud sounds without affecting normal
sound volume. If you prefer the overall sound quality of the mixer without the
.DC IN Connector LIMITER circuit engaged, leave the switch OFF.
For external powering of the mixer, connect a 12V AC adaptor to this input. It is a
4-pin Hirose connector and an optional AC adaptor, part number BC-27, is available. . Channel 1, 2, 3 & 4 HPF (High Pass Filter) Switch
Call Azden for details. Each INPUT channel has a switchable High Pass (= Low Cut) Filter . When turned
Maximum rating of the power supply must not exceed 12 volts DC, 350mA. on, it will cut input signals lower than 100Hz. This filter is useful for removing
*Required connecting plug: Hirose HR10A-7P-4P unwanted low frequencies, such as wind and air-conditioning noise. For most
applications, engaging the High Pass Filter will improve overall sound quality.

. Input PEAK Level Indicators

Each INPUT channel has 2 PEAK Level Indicators on the left side of the LEVEL
control knob These Indicators are provided to help set precise input LEVEL
adjustments. The lower LED indicates the level of the input electronically prior to the
LEVEL control while the upper LED indicates the level electronically after the LEVEL
control. The lower LED lighting RED indicates that the item connected to the mixer's
INPUT has a signal that is too high and should be reduced either by changing the
INPUT LEVEL switch setting or at the device itself. The upper LED should only
light RED occasionally. If this LED stays lit continuously, lower the input LEVEL
and/or change your INPUT LEVEL settings. These LEDs help reduce signal
overload and distortion.

.VU Meters L and R

The VU Meters will show the output volume level of LINE OUT &. For the best

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 sound, while keeping the MASTER control at its midpoint, increase or decrease LEFT-SIDE INPUT/CONTROL PANEL
each channel's LEVEL control until the L and/or R VU Meter peaks at 0 dB. If .Channel 1, 2, 3 & 4 INPUT Connectors
the LEVEL is set too low, sound may be accompanied by background hiss. If the Connect the 3-pin XLR output of a microphone, wireless receiver or line level audio
LEVEL is set too high, the sound may be distorted. Monitor the sound with component to INPUT CH 1 and/or CH 2 and/or CH 3 and/or CH4. Push the XLR
headphones and adjust the LEVEL for the best sound. An OUTPUT PEAK Indicator connector into the INPUT jack until it locks. To remove the XLR connector, press the
LED will light RED if your overall levels are set too high. PUSH tab and pull the connector out.

.OUTPUT PEAK Indicators .INPUT LEVEL Selector

These indicators monitor the LINE OUT outputs. When the overall levels are set too The following 3 different settings are available depending on the source connected to
high, the LEDs will light RED. Adjust the INPUT LEVEL controls and/or the the INPUT connectors :
MASTER level control accordingly . LINE Standard: +4 dBu Maximum: >26 dBu (20 k)
MIC HI Standard: -38 dBu Maximum: +4 dBu (2 k)
.SLA TE MIC MIC LO Standard: -58 dBu Maximum: -15 dBu (2 k)
Press and hold this button to engage the SLATE MIC. The SLATE MIC is used to
pick up audio at the mixer's location and is not intended for serious audio recording. .PHANT OM DC48V Switch
It is however, very useful for notating scenes or other on-location documentation. Each channel of the FMX-42a has its own PHANTOM DC48V power setting. When
using a dynamic microphone, be sure to turn the corresponding PHANTOM DC48V
.1 kHz TONE switch to the OFF position. When using a condenser microphone that requires 48V
Press and hold this button to generate the 1 kHz tone. This output tone is used to set DC external power, turn the corresponding PHANTOM DC48V switch to the ON
the recording levels of your video camera or audio recorder to their optimum level. position. The PHANTOM DC48V only operates in the MIC HI or MIC LO INPUT
While generating the 1 kHz tone, set the recording levels of your video camera or LEVEL setting .
audio recorder to the specified level as recommended by the manufacturers. The
signal is generated at +4 dBu. CAUTION
Before turning the PHANT OM DC48V switch ON, make sure your condenser
microphone is designed to handle 48VDC or the microphone may be damaged.
Check the microphone's user manual or with the manufacturer of your microphone.
Before turning the PHANT OM DC48V ON/OFF, be sure to turn the Input LEVEL
controls to zero.
When the PHANT OM DC48V power is not needed, make sure the PHANTOM switch
is in OFF position.

Input LEVEL
Controls Indicators

Indicators

Indicators

POWER
Indicator

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