Stanton DJ Equipment M304 User Manual

M.304  
P R O F E S S I O N A L D J M I X E R  
OWNER’S MANUAL  
STANTON MAGNETICS, INC  
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M.304 FEATURES  
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 high-quality 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 3-band EQ with  
full Kill capability, as well as Pan knobs. The M.304 also sports a full-fea-  
tured Cue section which includes PFL, Cue Pan, and dual headphone  
outputs for tag-team mixing.  
Professional DJs will immediately appreciate the M.304s 3-band 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 user-replaceable  
fader design.  
 
DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTIONS  
 
DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTIONS  
1. Microphone 1 input - This combo (1/4”/XLR) connector is used to  
connect a microphone. The volume is controlled by the MIC 1 knob.  
2. Microphone 2 input - This 1/4” connector is used to connect a  
microphone. The volume is controlled by the MIC 2 knob.  
3. Mic 1 level - Controls the input level of Microphone input 1.  
4. Mic 2 level - Controls the input level of Microphone input 2.  
5. Mic equalizer - Individual controls for high frequency, midrange, and  
low frequency equalization. The EQ controls both Microphone inputs.  
Note: Any changes made to EQ settings will change the overall out-  
put level.  
6. Effect assign - Used to assign the effect signal to each channel or  
the mic. The level of the effect is controlled by the Send and Return  
knobs.  
7. Pre fader listen - Selects the channel(s) - 1, 2, or 3 - to be pre-  
viewed in the headphones.  
8. Channel faders - Controls the output volume of each channel. The  
signal is routed to the line faders after the gain, EQ, pan, and effects.  
9. Crossfader - The crossfader is used to cross fade between channels  
1 and 3.  
10. Kill switches - Kill switches are used to completely eliminate Hi,  
Mid, or Low frequencies from the audio. This can be used as a per-  
formance effect.  
11. Headphone outputs - This is the headphone output jack to connect  
your headphones.  
12. Cue pan - Fades the headphone output between the PFL signal  
(selected by the Cue Select buttons) and master output, effectively  
allowing the user to preview a mix.  
13. Cue level - Controls the volume of the headphone output.  
14. Booth level - Controls the booth output level. This is basically a 2nd  
output. It is usually used for monitoring in a DJ booth, but can be  
used for various applications.  
15/16. Effect Levels - Send and Return levels are used to control the  
volume of the external effects unit connected to the M.304 using the  
jacks labeled ‘send’ and ‘return’ on the back of the mixer. SEND is  
the level of the signal sent to the effect unit, and RETURN is the  
level of the processed signal returning from the the effects unit. the  
signal sent to the unit is selected by pushing the ‘FX LOOP’ button.  
17. Master output Pan- This is the pan or balance control for the mast  
output.  
 
DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTIONS  
18. Master output level - Controls the overall output level of the mixer.  
19. Output meters - These LEDs let you know if the audio coming out  
of the mixer is loud enough (or too loud!). If the LEDs reach the red,  
the mixer is probably clipping, or distorting.  
20. Input selectors - These toggle switches select the input source  
between phono and line for each channel.  
21. Input gains - Controls the input sensitivity level of each channel. An  
LED meter is provided on each of the 3 channels for proper adjust-  
ment of the levels.  
22. Channel equalizer - Individual controls for high frequency,  
midrange, and low frequency equalization with +9dB/Kill adjust-  
ments. Note: Any changes made to EQ settings will change the over-  
all output level.  
23. Channel pans - Controls left/right output balance of each channel.  
 
DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTIONS  
Power: This is the power switch to turn the mixer "ON" or "OFF"  
AC IN: This is the Input connection for the included power supply.  
Send and Return: These connectors are used to connect an outboard  
signal processor (such as the Stanton DFX-1). Connect a 1/4” mono  
cable from the SEND output to the Line In on your signal processor.  
Connect the RETURN input to the Line Out on your signal processor.  
Your effects loop should now be working. Check it by turning the send  
and return volume knobs to the center position (12 o’clock) and select-  
ing FX LOOP on any of the mixer’s channels.  
Line: Line inputs (represented by the letter L, followed by the input  
number) are used to connect to line level sources such as CD players,  
Mini Discs, DATs, samplers, etc.  
TT: TT (or phono) inputs are used to connect to turntables.  
Ground: Connects to the turntable ground cable to eliminate electrical  
hum. Ground cables are usually supplied with turntables.  
Master: Connects to an amplifier, EQ, crossover, or other outboard sig-  
nal processing.  
Booth: This is a second output, like the master output. It is usually used  
as a separate output in the DJ Booth for the DJ to monitor the mix.  
REC: This is the record output. The output level is static in this case,  
there are no volume controls. It is used to connect directly to tape or CD  
recorders. The volume can be set from the recording device.  
 
FADER CLEANING AND REPLACEMENT  
After constant use the M.304 faders may need to be cleaned and lubri-  
cated from time to time. This will ensure long life and keep a smooth  
feeling throughout the fader's lifetime. Follow the instructions below to  
lubricate and clean your faders:  
Removing a fader:  
1. Make sure mixer is powered off and power supply is disconnected from  
back of mixer.  
3. Remove the fader to be cleaned or replaced by unscrewing the 2 outer  
screws on the fader plate (removing the 2 inner screws will detach the  
fader from the fader plate).  
4. Disconnect the fader from mixer by removing the connector on the bot-  
tom of the fader.  
Installing a fader:  
1. Once original fader has been removed, simply plug the 4-pin connec-  
tor into the new fader.  
3. Place fader back in mixer and replace 2 outer screws to secure fader.  
Cleaning a Penny & Giles fader:  
1. Remove 2 mounting screws from fader plate. (NOTE: The P&G fader  
is designed with floating mounting threads for precise mechanical cen-  
tralizing of the fader. If you desire to keep your fader`s current mount-  
ing position we suggest that you make 2 marks on both ends of the  
fader on the fader plate to indicate the P&G fader position.) See Figure  
1.  
2. Once fader is removed from unit, remove the two screws (A) from the  
end of the fader body where the wires exit the fader casing. Pull away  
the end block. Withdraw the dust cover (B). Taking great care, remove  
the slider assembly (C), ensuring that the wiper contacts (D) are not  
damaged as this will affect the operation of the fader. Clean the slider  
assembly by gently wiping the wiper contacts and slider bearings (E)  
using a tissue or cotton bud. If slider bearing  
are excessively worn, as indicated by exces-  
sive slider rocking then contact Stanton for  
replacement.  
3. Remove the single upper screw on the oppo-  
site end block to remove the guide rail. Clean  
the guide rail (F) with a tissue or cloth, remov-  
Figure 1  
 
FADER CLEANING AND REPLACEMENT  
ing all traces of dirt and contamination.  
4. Remove the fader track (G) by slowly withdrawing from the  
A
unit. Place fader track on desk or working surface with  
black contacts facing upwards. If necessary, the track can  
be washed in warm water, wiped gently then dried thor-  
oughly using a dry cloth. Use a lint free cloth or swab to  
wipe the tracks and check for marks along the track.  
(Note: Lint free cloth should be used to avoid  
B
dust/fibers being deposited on the track). If the track  
appears excessively worn, or if cleaning does not  
F
improve operation, replacement may be necessary.  
G
5. Examine the center channel of the fader body and if  
dirty, clean using cotton buds.  
6. Re-assemble and lubricate the fader as follows:  
C
6.1) Secure the end block and guide rail onto the fader  
body.  
E
6.2) Insert track into the fader body.  
D
6.3) Insert slider assembly onto guide rail and into the  
fader body. Move slider from end to end to  
disperse the oil evenly. Carefully wipe  
away any excess oil using a tissue or cloth.  
6.4) Lubricate the guide rail by placing one  
drop of silicon liquid oil onto the guide rail  
(F).  
G
6.5) Insert dust cover.  
6.6) Insert fader track back into fader body with wires com-  
ing out open end of fader body.  
I
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 created in step 1,  
then tighten fader plate screws.)  
 
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS  
Line Inputs:  
2 (RCA) x 3 channels, -10 dBV /10 kOhm  
2 (RCA) x 3 channels, -50 dBV / 47 kOhm  
1(1/4")/ 1 XLR -50 dBV /4.7 kOhm  
2 (1/4"), -10 dBV / 10 kOhm  
Phono Inputs  
Mic Inputs  
Return Inputs  
Send Outputs  
Master Outputs  
2 (1/4"), -10 dBV  
2 (1/4”) Balanced/ (RCA) unbalanced,  
-2 dBu balanced / -10 dBV unbalanced  
2 (1/4”) Balanced/ (RCA) unbalanced,  
-2 dBu balanced / -10 dBV unbalanced  
2 (1/4”) balanced, -2 dBu / 100 Ohms  
1 (1/4 inch), 1 (1/8 inch)greater than 32 Ohm load  
15.3 in x 10.2 in x 4.3 in (39 cm x 26 cm x 11 cm)  
7.7 lbs (3.5 kg )  
Record Outputs  
Booth Outputs  
Headphone Output  
Dimensions (LxWxD)  
Weight  
Frequency Response  
Max Gain  
20 Hz to 20 kHz +/-1 dB (line)  
12 dB  
THD+N  
< 0.015 % at 1 kHz  
Signal to Noise Ratio  
Noise  
110 dB (main signal path) (ref: max level)  
< -92 dBV (Line input to any output)  
Hi +9, -45 dB, Kill: -45 dB  
Channel EQ  
Mid +9, -35 dB, Kill: -35 dB  
Low +9, -55 dB, Kill: -55 dB  
Crosstalk  
Fader Kill  
< -90 dB at 1 kHz  
< -90 dB (channel and crossfader)  
REPLACEMENT PARTS  
The following user replaceable parts are available from your local  
Stanton dealer.  
LF304  
Channel input fader  
CF-PG304  
PS-16US  
PS-16EU  
PS-16UK  
Penny & Giles crossfader  
US Power Supply (110v)  
European Power Supply (220v)  
UK only Power Supply (240v)  
 
WARRANTY  
Stanton Magnetics, Inc. – Warranty Provision – Returns for Repairs or Replacement  
Warranty  
Through Stanton’s authorized dealers around the World, Stanton, or one of Stanton’s  
authorized distributors outside the U.S., will, without charge, repair or replace, at the sole  
discretion of the entity responsible for making the repair or providing the replacement, any  
Stanton merchandise proved defective in material or workmanship for a period of one (1)  
following the date of original purchase. Exceptions to this warranty are as noted below:  
The warranty for mechanical parts which are subject to wear and tear are limited to the ear-  
lier to occur of thirty (30) days following the date of original purchase or the following num-  
ber of cycles: Faders - 15,000; Rotary potentiometers - 10,000; and Switches - 10,000.  
Stanton will warrant all replacement parts and repairs for ninety (90) days from the date of  
original shipment. Repairs made necessary by reason of misuse, alteration, normal wear, or  
accident are not covered under this warranty.  
Returns  
Authorized Stanton dealers are only authorized to sell and distribute merchandise within a  
specific country. All goods requiring warranty repair or replacement must be returned (freight  
prepaid if not hand-delivered) to the authorized Stanton dealer from whom the merchandise  
was purchased and in the same country where the merchandise was purchased. For pur-  
poses of purchases made via the Internet, the merchandise must be returned to the author-  
ized Stanton dealer in the country where the authorized Stanton dealer which sold the mer-  
chandise to purchaser is located and not the authorized Stanton dealer in the country where  
the purchaser is located or the country in which the merchandise was received. Any returns  
to a non-authorized dealer or to an authorized Stanton dealer not in the same country as  
the merchandise was intended to be sold or as set forth above will void this warranty.  
To initiate a warranty repair, you must contact the authorized Stanton dealer from whom you  
purchased the merchandise, and follow such authorized Stanton dealer’s return policy.  
Stanton assumes no risk and shall be subject to no liability for damages or loss resulting  
from the specific use or application made of the merchandise. Stanton's liability for any  
claim, whether based on breach of contract, negligence, infringement of any rights of any  
party, or product liability, and relating to the merchandise shall not exceed the price received  
by Stanton from your purchase of such merchandise. In no event will Stanton be liable for  
any special, incidental or consequential damages (including loss of use, loss of profit and  
claims of third parties) however caused, whether by the negligence of Stanton or otherwise.  
To the extent permitted by law and except as otherwise provided above, Stanton disclaims  
any express or implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.  
The above warranty provides you with specific legal rights. You may also have additional  
rights, which are subject to variation from state to state and country to country.  
If there is a dispute regarding the warranty of merchandise that does not fall under the war-  
ranty conditions stated above, please include a written explanation with the merchandise  
when returned pursuant to the terms and conditions set forth herein.  
card to:  
Stanton Magnetics, Inc, 3000 SW 42 St. Hollywood, Florida 33312.  
 

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