Carvin RX1200L RX1200L Product Manual

CONGRATULATIONS

on your purchase of Carvin’s

RX1200L

or

RX1200R

mixer.

The

RX1200L

includes built-in high power amplifiers for direct hook-up to your speakers, while

the RX1200R is a non-powered model designed for use with your own power amps. Please read

this manual carefully to take advantage of the many features of your mixer.

SUPERB SOUND

is derived from the extremely low distortion, “high headroom” design.

State-of-the art, low noise, balanced XLR preamps from our Concert Series mixers provide a

common mode rejection better than 78 dB, which means that any noise that may come over

your cables is virtually eliminated. Even the balanced XLR output connectors guard your system

from cable noise for professional recordings or external power amp connections. Distortion is

nearly non-existent with THD below .1%, which guarantees the purity of your sound.

Hear the

difference.

LIGHT WEIGHT and EASY TO USE

Controls are logically laid out, making the RX Series

simple to use reducing errors during setup and performance. Its compact size and weight of 18

lbs. makes it the lightest, most powerful mixer in it’s class.

4 HIGH CURRENT CLASS-D AMPLIFIERS produce total of 1600 watts RMS. Class-D amps not

only run cooler, but their power capabilities are outstanding. 800 watts RMS (400w/400) for your

main L and R speakers, plus 800 watts RMS (400w/400) to power your stage monitors - this is

the kind of output power that maintains the purity and integrity of your sound. Speaker outputs

accept either standard 1/4” or Speakon™ connectors for secure connections with maximum

power transfer to your speakers. Clip LEDs give you a visual indicator for each amp.

HIGH CURRENT SWITCHMODE POWER SUPPLY conserves power by operating at higher effi-

ciency. The DC voltage supply is recharged 100,000 times per second, delivering continuous high

current to the power amps.

The

RX1200L

and

RX1200R

will auto-switch for 120VAC or 240VAC. Like a laptop computer,

you can go anywhere in the world and not worry about power convertors.

2 INDEPENDENT 24-Bit STEREO DSP EFFECTS

allow you to independently assign

each channel to your choice of simultaneous effects. You can dedicate chorus/reverb to the

acoustic guitar channel and reverb to the vocals, etc. Both effects are assignable to your stage

monitors so you can hear yourself with full effects. The effects processors feature 256 effects

each, including reverbs, choruses, flanging and echoes, with parameters fully adjustable for;

damping, decay, depth, speed, regeneration and time.

ACTIVE 3 BAND CHANNEL EQ

provides easy adjustment for the tone you want. The 80

Hz LO frequency control deliver solid non-flabby bass. A simple adjustment with the MID control

gives you the best sound for vocals or guitar by affecting the very important 750Hz frequency

range. The 11.5k Hz HI treble control adds sparkle to your top-end without adding harshness.

Both the LO and HI are “shelving”, which means they are effective from 20Hz up to 20kHz.

FOUR 7 BAND EQUALIZERS

provide precise adjustments to fine tune your overall sound

and to help control feedback. Unlike one stereo graphic equalizer, four independent 7 bands give

you total control over each power amp.

BUILT-IN AMP LIMITERS

The purpose of a limiter is to hold down peaks so the amp

won’t distort even with extra hot input signals (this protects your expensive speakers).

Limiters

can increase your amp’s average output by 3 db or more, while keeping your sound clean and

uncolored.

ENGINEERED TO LAST

Every RX Series mixer is housed in a rugged steel rackmountable

chassis. Continuous full power is assured from high-grade 6063-T5-aluminum heat sinks cooled

12340 World Trade Drive, San Diego, CA

92128

www.carvin.com

76-12741C

0613

MODEL RX1200L, RX1200R SPECIFICATIONS:

Frequency Response:

Mic or Line Inputs: 20Hz-20kHz ±1dB

Total Harmonic Distortion:

Less than .1% at nominal levels

Equivalent Input Noise:

150 ohm source: -117dBu

Output Noise:

-100dBu Master Line Out

(All Levels Minimum)

Output Headroom:

+10dB

Maximum Gain:

Mic in to Master Line Out: 60dB

Crosstalk:

Adjacent ch’s: -60db at 1KHz

Common Mode Rejection:

-78db at 1KHz

Phantom Power:

48 volt @ XLR Mic channels

Channel EQ 3-band active:

LOW: 80Hz ±12dB

MID: 750Hz ±12dB

HI: 11.5KHz ±12dB

Power Output:

RX1200L:

1600w @ 4 ohms (8 ohm

:

250w x4, 4 ohm: 400w x4)

Size and Weight:

RX1200L (w/ sides): 10.25”H x 19”W x 9.5”D, 18 lbs.

RX1200L (no sides): 8.75”H x 19”W x 8”D, 14.5 lbs.

in RW5 RoadWarrior 5U case: 11”H x 21.5”W x 15.5”D, 36 lbs.

RX1200R: 8.75”H x 19”W x 8”D, 10.5 lbs.

Power Requirements:

RX1200L: USA model:

100-140VAC 60Hz

RX1200R: USA model:

100-140VAC 60Hz

RX1200L-E: EU model:

200-250VAC 50Hz

RX1200R-E: EU model:

200-250VAC 50Hz

Options:

USM16-MC or USM16-BP wireless systems (require USM16-KIT)

FS22 footswitch for Effects bypass

RW5 Road Warrior 5U case

RW6 Road Warrior 6U case for use with USM16 option

CARVIN ENGINEERING DATA

OPERATING MANUAL

RX1200L, RX1200R MIXERS

by a variable speed fan. Sealed controls and switches guard against the outside ele-

ments while heavy-duty connectors provide a positive connection to your cables.

Hidden deep in the heart of these mixers is the “SMT” Surface Mount Technology

that utilizes surface mounted components to prevent parts from shaking or vibrating

loose. Precision 1% tolerances guarantee that your settings will be accurate every

time. Fire retardant FR-4 military spec circuit boards feature double-sided copper

construction to guard against noise and radio frequencies (RF). The RX Series is

made in the USA.

RECEIVING INSPECTION—read before getting started

INSPECT YOUR AMP FOR DAMAGE which may have occurred during shipping. If

damage is found, please notify the shipping company and CARVIN immediately.

SAVE THE CARTON & ALL PACKING MATERIALS. In the event you have to re-ship

your unit, always use the original carton and packing material. This will provide the best

possible protection during shipment. CARVIN and the shipping company are not liable

for any damage caused by improper packing.

SAVE YOUR INVOICE. It will be required for warranty service if needed in the future.

SHIPMENT SHORTAGE. If you find items missing, they may have been shipped sepa-

rately.

Please allow several days for the rest of your order to arrive before inquiring.

RECORD THE SERIAL NUMBER on the enclosed warranty card or below on this

manual for your records.

Keep your portion of the card and return the portion with

your name and comments to us.

USA customers register online at:

www.carvin.com/registration

All other countries register online at:

www.carvinworld.com/registration

for your records, you may wish to record the following information.

Serial No._____________________

Invoice Date_______________

RX1200L

RX1200L

with

end caps

removed

for rack

mounting

-or-

RX1200R

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