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PLEASE READ CAREFULLYBEFORE USE FA I L U R ETOF O L L O WT H EI N S T R U C T I O N SP R I N T E DB E L O WM AYV O I DWA R R A N T Y
- 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 user-serviceable parts. The manufacturer is not
responsible for any damage or personal injury resulting from unauthorized
user-servicing 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 mixers.
This innovative family of mixers has been developed with input from the
professional DJ community, bringing to the marketplace a previously unavailable,
affordable combination of user-friendly, functional design, rugged construction,
and professional quality features.
Stanton and your authorized Stanton dealer are dedicated to your complete
satisfaction by offering benchmark service and support throughout the long life of
your Stanton product.
Again, we appreciate your patronage, and look forward to many years of making
music together.T E C H N I C A LS P E C I F I C AT I O N S Line inputs:2 (RCA) x 2 channels, -10 dBV / 37 kOhm
Phono inputs:2 (RCA) x 2 channels, -50 dBV / 47 kOhm
Aux inputs:2 (RCA) -10 dBV /22 kOhm
Return inputs: 2 (1/4"), -10 dBV / 22 kOhm
Send output: 2 (1/4"), -10 dBV
Master output: 2 (1/4") Balanced /(RCA) unbalanced,
+4 dBu balanced / -10 dBV unbalanced
Program outputs: 2 (1/4")balanced x 2 channels, +4 dBu / 100 Ohms
Booth output: 2 (RCA), -10 dBV / 100 Ohms
Headphone output: 2 (1/4 inch), greater than 32 Ohm load
Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, + 1/-2 dB
Tone Control : + 9/-20 dB (Hi, Mid, Low)
Max Gain: 14 dB
S/N Ratio: Better than 100 dB (ref: max input level)
T.H.D: Less than 0.05% (1 kHz)
Dimension(LxWxD): 12.6" x 9.25" x 4.72" (320mm x 235mm x 120mm)
Weight: 7.3 Lbs (3.3 kgs)
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The SA-8 DJ Focus Signature Mixer
"From the mind of focus" comes the SA-8, the ultimate performance mixer. Never
before has so much scrutiny been put into the layout of a scratch mixer, each fea-
ture was carefully arranged and placed according to a DJs natural hand move-
ment (notice where the gain is). The SA-8 offers features for every type of DJ,
either strictly scratch, live performance, production, or mix. This "studio-style"
scratch mixer gives you the technology of a professional mixing console com-
pacted and ergonomically arranged in a format that is preferred by top DJs.
Features include:- Individual Direct outputs allow you record your mixtapes and scratches down to a multi-
track recorder, and mix and EQ each channel separately before mixing them down to a
tape or CD*
-An all new concept in cueing: Post Fader Cue allows you to listen to your scratches in
the headphone while using the crossfader as normal*
-Autocue eliminates the need for touching the cue pan (switching from Ch.1 to Ch. 2)*
-Adjustable Rumble Filter allows the DJ to eliminate low end frequencies*
- 3-way adjustable curve control on line faders
- OSII Optical Switch (for "noise-free" transforms)*
- Mono/Stereo Switch per channel
- New screwless faceplate
- Includes custom designed P&G (Penny & Giles) crossfader Stanton Focus Fader V2
crossfader, and custom P&G line faders.
-All new "one of-a-kind" knobs & faders (a molded design to fit the DJ fingers)*
-An ergonomic layout so there is no bumping or cluttering of knobs during use
- Phono / Line / FX Toggle Switch
- Multiple Outputs: 2-RCA(Unbalanced), 2-1/4" Direct Out ( Balanced), 1-1/4" Master
(Balanced), Plus FX Send (1/4") ·Multiple Inputs: 2-RCA(Phono), 2-RCA(Line), 1-RCA
(Aux), Plus FX Return (1/4")
- Program Reverse
- 2-Dual headphone outputs (2-1/4" and 2-1/8" mini jack) w/ Headphone mute
- Booth Output
P&G Vs Focus Fader
The Focus Fader is an optical digital crossfader.The advantages are that there
are no contacts inside the fader, which means that the audio will never degrade
due to fader wear.This also means that the fader will be much smoother. Some
find it too smooth. We have included the P&G fader, which is a high quality
mechanical fader for those who prefer more resistance.
*Original concepts by DJ Focus
SA-12 FUNCTIONS & FEAT U R E S6.5) Insert dust cover.
6.6) Insert fader track back into fader body with
wires coming out open end of fader body.
6.7) Secure the remaining end block ensuring that
the track wires (I) are not pinched between the
end block and fader casing.
7. Once assembled, move the slider from end to end to ensure
operation is smooth.
8. Attach fader to fader plate. (NOTE: As noted earlier if you do not
want to change positioning of fader, keep the 2 fader plate screws
loose and shift the fader until it is aligned with the marks you creat-
ed in step 1, then tighten fader plate screws.)
INSTALLING THE FOCUS FADER:
1.Once the original fader has been removed, plug
the connector into the Focus Fader fader.
2.There is a switch just above the crossfader. Make
sure it is set to CFF2. When reinstalling the P&G
fader, make sure to switch it back to VR (P&G).
3.Place fader back in mixer and replace 2 outer
screws to secure fader.GIFADER CLEANING AND REPLACEMENT
