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These instructions are for the Shure FP33 field mixer shown on page 125. However, you can follow these same steps for any mixer that has similar features such as tone and mic/line settings.

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STEP 1: Hook Up Mics

  1. Use XLR cable to plug each mic (or sound source) into a mixer input.
  2. If your mic needs power to operate, turn on the mixer’s “phantom power” switch.
  3. Set your input signal level to “mic” for microphones and set it to “line” for most other devices.
  4. Plug in your headphones. Turn mixer power on. Use only fresh ...

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