Sansui WS X1 Owners Manual

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6TRK MULTI RECORDER /
8 CHANNEL MIXER

WS-Xl

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated 'dangerous voltage'
within the products enclosure that may be of suffi-
cient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock
to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilaterl triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of impor-
tant operating and maintenance (servicing) instruc-
tions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Table of contents

Warnings .............

Specifications ......

Overview ....................................................................... 5
Connections .................................................................. 6
Part Names and Functions ................ 8
Operating procedures ....................... 12

' This model is designed for professional music productions.

" Das WS-X1 ist fflr die professionelle Musikproduktion konzipiert,
kann aber auch von anspruchsvollen Amateuren komplikationslos
genutzt warden.

BESCHEINIGUNG DES HERSTELLERS/ IMPORTEURS
Hiermit wird bastaetigt, das WS-X1 In Uebereinstirnmung mit den
Bestimmungan der Amtsblatt No. 163/1984, Verfuegung 1046
funkentstoart ist.

Der Deutschen Bundespost wurde das lnverkehrbringen diases
Geraetes angezeigt und die Berechtigung zu Uberpruafung der Sena
auf Einhaltung der Bestimmungen eingeraeumt.

WARNING: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not

expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

- The model No. and Serial No. of your unit are
shown on its back panel.

- The appliance conforms with EEC directive
87/308lEEC regarding interference suppression

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SANSUI

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Congratulations on the purchase of your new Sansui
WS-Xl. If you'll take the time to read through the
'OVERVIEW' section of this manual, you will become
acquainted with the major features of this high quality
audio production facility. Further reading will explore
some of the finer features of the WS-Xl as well as offer
some useful recording tips.

Warnings

Power Plug

When disconnecting the power cord from the AC outlet. be sure to
hold the power plug. Never hold by the power cable as this may lead
Electric shock. Also. NEVER handle power cables with wet hands as
this will further increase the risk of electric shock.

NOTE

It is best to unplug the W$X1 from the wall when it is not going to be
used for prolonged periods of time.

DO NOT REMOVE CASE!

Removal of the case may lead to internal malfunction and therefore
void the factory warranty. Any service related problems should be
referred to qualified service personnel.

INSTALLA'HON

Avoid installing your WS-X1 in any of the following circumstances:

Direct sunlight or heat, (Open windows. Heat lamps. Eth
Moisture or Humidity

Areas with poor ventilation

Dusty or dirty areas

Unstable surfaces (Surfaces that are not perfectly flat. or that may
be subject to unusual amounts of vibrationJ

Installation in any of these circumstances may cause inconsistent
performance or malfunction.

MAINTENANCE

When cleaning your WS-Xl. use only a soft. damp cloth and wipe
gently. Any kind of thinner, detergent. or abrasive cleaner will damage
the surface. Also. avoid using insecticide sprays in the vicinity of your
WS-X1. as this too can cause damage. It is advisable to gently clean
your tape heads with a tape head cleaner (available at most music
stores) before each use of your WSX1s tape decks.

IMPORTANT!
BEFORE CONNECTING ac POWER PLUG
Be sure to check that your WS-X1 is set to the proper voltage for your
area. If the voltage of the unit is improperly set. fire hazard ordamage
to the unit may result, Should you find that your WS-Xl is not set to
the proper voltage for your area. change the position of the voltage
selector by following the instructions below:

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- Units with ZZOVIZWV VOLTAGE SELECl'Ofi swimh.
To change the voltage setting. use a standard slot head screwdriver or
similar device to slide the switch to the proper setting,

VOLT! SELECTOR VOtTIBE SELECTOR
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40H! m
A! 220V A! W

- Unite WITHOUT voltage selector switch".

Because local laws in some areas prohibit such switches. units

shipped to these regions do not include voltage selector switches, If

for some reason you should need to use such a unit in an area with

different power requirements than your WS-X1 is set for. please have

tshe voltage switched by your nearest authorized SANSUI Service
tation.

Specifications

Tape Recorder Section:

Tape type (Deck Al .......... C30-C60 Cassette Tape (Chromel
(Deck Bl .......... C30-C90 Cassette Tape
(Chrome/Normal!
Track format [Deck Al .......... 6 Track, 6 Channel Record~Play

(Deck Bl .......... 4 Track, 2 Channel Record-Play
Tape speed/deviation

(Deck Al..........9.5 cmt1 % per second
(Deck Bl. ..4.75 cmt1% per second
Pitch control (Deck Al. ..t20%
Wow 8: flutter .................... ..0.06 (NAB Weighted!
Sync out ............... ..-10 dBV/100 Ohms

..40 to 15,000 Hz, t3 dB

Frequency response
..50 dB (1 kHz,0 VU, NFl onl

Channel Separation ..

Erasure ............................................ 70 dB (1 kHz)
Mixer Section:
Distortion ........................................ 0.06% (Amplifierl

Signal-to-noise ratio . ..72 dB

Frequency response ,. 10 to 60,000 Hz
Separation ....................................... 65 dB
Mic/Line input (x8)

Input level (Micl ......................... -50 dBV at trim max.

..-10 dBV at trim min.

Input level (Linel..

Impedance ................................. 50 kOhms
Effects return (Stereo)

Level .......................................... -1 0 dBW5 kohms
Effects output (Mono)

Level .......................................... -10 dBV/100 ohms
Equalizer

Low ......................................... 100 Hzt12dB

High ......................................... 10 kHztl2dB

Power requirements
For U.S.A. & Canada models ..... AC 120V. 60Hz

For European Models .............. AC 220/240V. 50H:
Power consumption... ..45 Watts
Dimensions ..................................... 625 mm (245/8) W
110 mm (43/8") H
343 mm (139/16"i D

Weight 9 kg (19.8 lbs) net

11.5 kg (25.4 lbs) packed

' Design and specifications are subject to change without notice
for the purpose of improvements.

" Due to local laws and regulations, this unit is sold in some
areas without variable voflage selectors.