???? 1. Product Overview & Key Features
The Peavey PVi 6500 is a powerful all-in-one 400 W powered mixer with six input channels and integrated DSP, SD/USB MP3 playback, Bluetooth®, Kosmos‑C®, Mid‑Morph®, and FLS® feedback control—ideal for live sound scenarios, events, and installations Peavey pv i6500 mixer amplifier manual
Main highlights:
Six combo XLR/¼″ mic–line channels with +15 V phantom power
Built-in 400 W power amp, speaker protection (DDT™), and master/monitor outputs
3-band shelving EQ plus Mid‑Morph® on each channel
9‑band graphic EQ with FLS® feedback-location LEDs
DSP section: select from presets via encoder
Media player: SD, USB, and Bluetooth® playback with transport and repeat controls manuals.plus+1manua.ls+1
Kosmos‑C® tone-enhancing technology
¼″ footswitch jack for remote bypass manua.ls
⚠️ 2. Safety & Setup Essentials
The manual opens with strong safety guidelines:
Observe caution symbols—live voltages inside unit; no user-serviceable parts manuals.plus+1manual.nz+1manualslibraryy.com.
Operate with protective earth connection, and never expose it to liquid.
Allow 6″ (15 cm) clearance around the unit for proper ventilation manuals.plus+1manual.nz+1.
Confirm AC voltage matches rear-panel selection before powering up manuals.plus.
????️ 3. Channel Strips: Controls & Signal Flow
Each channel provides flexible control from input to mix:
Input jack (XLR or ¼″ mic/line; Ch 5 includes a Hi-Z option for guitar) manual.nz+7manuals.plus+7peavey.com.cn+7.
Signal (SIG) and Clip LEDs indicate signal presence or overdrive .
High EQ shelving (+/–15 dB at 12 kHz) – brightens the sound or reduces hiss manuals.plus.
Mid-Morph® intelligently shifts EQ from 250 Hz (cut) to 4 kHz (boost) for clarity manuals.plus+1manua.ls+1.
Low EQ (+/–15 dB at 80 Hz) – adds or tightens bass manuals.plus.
EFX send – blend channel into the built-in effects processor manuals.plus+1manua.ls+1.
Level knob adjusts volume into the master mix manualslib.com+7manuals.plus+7manua.ls+7.
???? 4. Built-In DSP Effects & Footswitch Control
Press the EFX select control to scroll through 24-bit DSP presets (Reverb, Delay, Chorus, etc.) elektrotanya.com+3manua.ls+3peavey.com.cn+3.
Adjust individual EFX SEND knobs per channel.
Engage a footswitch to mute effects instantly.
FLS® helps mitigate feedback: flicker LEDs above problem frequencies—reduce those EQ sliders manua.ls.
???? 5. Master Section & Routing
Controls in this section manage overall mix and amp routing:
Master level – main output.
Monitor level – controls level of speaker 2.
Power amp input select – choose between main or monitor volume to drive Power Amp 2 manua.ls+2manuals.plus+2manua.ls+2.
9-band graphic EQ with visual feedback for FLS® manuals.plus+1manua.ls+1.
Meter LEDs and limit LED—indicating amplifier saturation or activation of the DDT™ protection circuit manuals.plus.
???? 6. Media Player: SD / USB / Bluetooth®
The built-in media section allows playing audio via memory or smartphone:
SD/USB: Supports up to 32 GB, MP3/WMA/WAV files manuals.plus.
MODE button: Short press toggles source; long press stops/starts playback manua.ls.
PLAY/PAUSE, STOP, TRACK skip, and REPEAT (All, Random, Single) controls manuals.plus.
Bluetooth®: Slide switch to pair device; Bluetooth LED flashes then stays solid on connection manua.ls+1manua.ls+1.
Ideal for intro/outro music, hold music, or background tracks at events.
???? 7. Inputs & Outputs: Flexibility at Its Core
Mic/Line combo jacks: Channels 1–4; Ch 5 includes Hi-Z for guitars .
Channel 6 XLR/Media selector: switch between mic or media source .
RCA and ⅛″ auxiliary input allows an alternate source into Ch 6 .
Main Out (¼″) present post-graphic EQ—ideal for driving additional amps manuals.plus+1manualslibraryy.com+1.
Record Out available via RCA jacks for external recording.
Headphone jack for monitor mixing.
???? 8. Troubleshooting & Care
The manual offers guidelines to solve common issues:
Oh-no feedback? Use FLS® + graphic EQ to isolate and reduce offending frequencies manuals.plusmanuals.plusmanua.ls+1manuals.plus+1.
Distorted channel signal? Check Clip LEDs and reduce channel level or input gain manuals.plus.
No DSP effect? Confirm EFX SEND is up and footswitch isn’t muting effects.
Media playback silence? Confirm MODE selection, volume knobs (Ch 6 and master), and appropriate source input manua.ls.
Amp auto-limits? Meter limit indicates DDT protecting speakers—lower master or monitor levels.
Bluetooth not found? Reset by toggling off and re-sliding switch for pairing again .
Overheating? Maintain the recommended 6″ air gap all around unit .
???? 9. Specifications at a Glance
From the manual:
Power Output: 400 W peak
EQ range: high 12 kHz, low 80 Hz ±15 dB; mid-morph: cut 250 Hz / boost 4 kHz peavey.com.cn+4manuals.plus+4manuals.plus+4
Graphic EQ: 63 Hz – 12 kHz, ±12 dB per band manuals.plus
Media formats: MP3, WMA, WAV; up to 32 GB SD/USB manuals.plus+1manua.ls+1
Bluetooth: v3.0 + EDR, 10 m range manuals.plus
Dimensions: approx. 10 × 16.5 × 10.25 in; 20.4 lb manuals.plus
???? 10. Warranty & Support
Warranty: Standard 2-year from purchase, extended with registration .
Compliance: Meets FCC, CE, WEEE standards.
Support contact: Peavey Electronics Corporation, Meridian, MS; phone included in manual manuals.plus.
✅ 11. Final Thoughts
The Peavey PVi 6500 delivers a comprehensive audio solution—acting as a mixer, power amplifier, signal processor, and playback system in one rugged enclosure. Its Mid‑Morph EQ, FLS®, and Kosmos‑C® technologies, plus built-in media playback and Bluetooth, suit solo musicians, houses of worship, and event setups.
Getting the most out of it involves:
Proper setup and ventilation
Smart use of graphic EQ + FLS®
Balanced channel gains
Intelligent use of DSP and media functions
Adherence to safety and care guidelines
Reading the manual ensures full utilization of these features. If you need help with DSP navigation, advanced routing, or optimal Bluetooth integration, just ask—I’m happy to dive deeper!