Thank you for purchasing this complete, portable PA system. The Messenger is compact enough to fit in the overhead storage compartment of an airplane, yet is functional and powerful enough to be used as a professional sound system for small venues. The Messenger features a 100 watt, two-channel amplifier, a five-channel mixer and two removable, two-way high output speakers incorporating dual 4" woofers and a 1" tweeter each. Molded from a high-impact polypropylene polymer, the Messenger offers the only complete PA system in a protective briefcase with a spare compartment for microphone and cable storage.
The Messenger has several innovative, specialized features that make it very useful for many types of events. Among these is Split Track Mix, a feature specifically designed to control a split audio track’s voice and music volumes independently so you can adjust the vocals-to-music ratio differently for rehearsals and live performances. This combo channel (ch 4/5) is versatile enough to accommodate normal stereo inputs, as well, or can be used in mono for five total mixer inputs.
The Peavey Messenger(R) is a complete, portable sound system designed with the compact size and carry-on convenience of a briefcase. At 24" wide, the Messenger is portable enough for business travelers, and since it is completely self contained and sets up in seconds, it's perhaps the one thing you can rely on during those long trips. The Messenger's robust five-channel mixer and 100 Watt output make it ideal for an endless array of applications, from office presentations and meetings to karaoke and open-mic performances. Its top lid also functions as a lecturn to hold your meeting notes or song lyrics.
Connecting Microphone(s)
The Messenger™ M100 powered mixer is designed to work with any good-quality, balanced, dynamic or condenser microphone such as the supplied PV®i model. Connect the microphone(s) to the XLR (three-pin) input connectors as shown. When using more than one mic, try to connect them to channels in the same order as they appear on stage to make them easier to identify and control.
Split Track Mix
Split Track is a featured used on many sing along CDs and cassettes. The vocals are on one side (track) while the music is on the other track. The advantage is that the music can be played without or with only a small amount of vocals during the performance (to help stay on key and beat/que). The Messenger has provisions for the split track feature built in. Channels 4 and 5 have independent volume controls that are controlled by a master channel volume.
If you want to increase the volume of the pre-recorded material (both tracks) to the level of the other channels (such as a live singer), simply increase the channel 4/5 master volume. If you want to increase the volume of the music over the vocals, simply increase the music control on ch 4/5 or vice versa for vocals.
This method is much better than a balance or fader because it allows one track to be controlled independently of the other, whereas faders and balance controls reduce one channel while increasing the other. Since the recording companies who produce these split-track cassettes often use differing production methods, sometimes the music and vocal tracks are swapped—meaning that the Music and Voice controls on channel 4/5 will be respectively backward. What you would expect to hear when adjusting the Music level control would be the voice, and vice versa.
Also included is a “swap” button on this channel that allows you to flip-flop the tracks so the Music and Voice level controls always adjust the correct track. If you adjust the Messenger’s Music control and notice a change in the vocal volume, for example, then simply press the Music Track Select button. The Music control will then adjust the music, and the Voice control will adjust the vocals.
Connecting CD, Tape or Other Line Sources
Simply connect the output of the device to the channel 4/5 RCA/phono inputs. Red is right and white is left. For normal audio play, be sure to set the vocal and music volume controls on channel 4/5 to “5.” The channel master volume is used to control the volume of the track.
Microphone Usage Guidelines
When practical, a single microphone is preferred. Additional microphones will pick up more sound from the speakers and each mic must then be turned down to prevent feedback. However, if you have difficulty balancing the level of different individuals using a single mic, or if you still cannot get sufficient gain, using more mics can offer an advantage. For example, giving several singers their own microphones allows you to place the microphones much closer to their users. This increases the volume of the sound at the mic and far outweighs any detrimental effect from using multiple mics. It also allows the volume of each mic to be adjusted separately for proper balance. Always have the microphone as close to the instrument or singer's mouth as possible. The singer should hold the microphone directly in front of his/her mouth for best results and to help avoid a "thin" sound. This is why professionals say "eat the mic."
Auxiliary Output (LINE OUT) Operation
The LINE OUT is a line-level output from the mixer that can be used for recording or driving an auxiliary amplifier.
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