Stanton m 304 owners manual

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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS PRINTED BELOW MAY VOID WARRANTY - Follow all security advice printed on your mixer - When removing the unit's AC plug from the power source, grasp and pull the plug, NEVER the cord itself! - Avoid placing your mixer near heat sources, such as power amplifiers. - When in use, place your mixer on a stable surface, away from vibration. Always use care when carrying your mixer. Impact, or heavy vibration may compromise the unit's mechanical integrity. The manufacturer is not responsible for damage resulting from an impact, or misuse. - When in use, place your mixer away from sources of hum or noise, such as transformers, or electric motors. - To prevent overheating, always provide your mixer with adequate ventilation air space. - Avoid stepping on your mixer's AC cord. Repeated compression of the cord may lead to electrical shorting. - To avoid damage due to AC voltage peaks, always disconnect your mixer from the power source during electrical storms. If possible connect mixer to a surge protector. - Your mixer contains no userserviceable parts. The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage or personal injury resulting from unauthorized userservicing or modifications. In addition, the warranty will be void if any unauthorized service by the user is detected. Always return your mixer to an authorized Stanton dealer for servicing. Thank you for making Stanton your first choice in professional DJ mix ers. This innovative family of mixers has been developed with input from the professional DJ community, bringing a previously unavailable, combina tion of userfriendly, functional design, rugged construction, and professional quality features together at an affordable price.Stanton and your authorized Stanton dealer are dedicated to your com plete satisfaction by offering bench mark service and support throughout the long life of your Stanton product. We appreciate your patronage, and look forward to many years of mak ing music together. WELCOME!

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When Stanton set out to design its new M.304 3 Channel DJ Mixer, compro mise was not an option. This 10" professional mixer boasts a wide range of intu itive controls, superb sound, and highquality components including a genuine Penny & Giles crossfader. Whether mixing house, tech no or trance from vinyl or CDs, the M.304 has got all the bases covered, thanks to 3 phono inputs, 6 line inputs and 2 mic inputs with independent EQ. Each channel sports gain control, bright input LED meters, a 3band EQ with full Kill capability, as well as Pan knobs. The M.304 also sports a fullfea tured Cue section which includes PFL, Cue Pan, and dual headphone outputs for tagteam mixing. Professional DJs will immediately appreciate the M.304s 3band Kill switches for channels 1 and 3, conveniently located right next to the crossfader. For creative mixing, the M.304 also offers an Effects loop with 1/4" Send and Return jacks. This mixer is rounded out with professional balanced Master outputs, separate Booth output, and a userreplaceable fader design. M.304 FEATURES