POWERED MIXERS OWNER'S MANUAL PMX SERIES PMX-600 -- 6 Channel Powered Mixer w/DSP Effects PMX-1600 --16 Channel Powered Mixer w/DSP Effects Powered Mixer with DSP Effects PMX SERIES Congratulations on your choice of the NADY AUDIO PMX Series powered console mixer -- you have purchased one of the finest powered mixing units on the market today. This unit was developed using the expertise of professional sound engineers and working musicians. You will find that your new PMX Series powered mixer has superior performance and greater flexibility than any other powered mixer in its price range. Please read this manual carefully to get the most out of your new unit. Thanks for selecting NADY AUDIO as your choice in powered mixers F E AT U R E S · 16 Mono channels (6 channels for the PMX-600) plus 2 Aux Returns and a stereo Tape In for a combined total of 20 inputs (10 inputs for PMX-600) with full complement of input controls, connections and indicators · Power Output -- 2 x 200W RMS @ 4 ohms (1% THD) with both channels driven. Advanced amplifier design features include fan cooling, short circuit protection, current limiting, speaker DC protection circuits, clip indicators for utmost safety and reliability and power ON/OFF anti-thump circuit for quietest operation · Excellent audio with warm analog tone perfect for live or recording applications · Stereo L-R Master Mix and G1-2 Group Submix buses, with 4 master faders and submix to main enable switch · Built-in 32-bit DSP Echo Effects emulates plate, gate, room, hall, stadium reverbs and delays · 60 mm faders on all Channels, Groups 1-2, Main L-R, and Effects · Dual Master 7-band Graphic EQ · Each channel with balanced XLR Mic and 1/4" TRS line inputs, Trim controls, Peak LED's, Selectable Low Cut filters; Channel · High EQ, frequency sweepable Mid EQ, and Low EQ; Channel Aux 1 and Aux 2-EFF Send controls, Pan controls, assignable L-R and G1-2 switches, and channel faders Switchable global +48V phantom power; 2 Aux Sends and 2 Aux Returns; Tape/CD In and Record Out stereo RCA jacks with Tape level control; 10-segment LED display bargraph meters with Power Amp peak indicator Outputs include balanced 1/4" TRS and XLR Main Stereo outputs; balanced 1/4 " Group 1 and 2 outputs; adjustable Control Room left and right 1/4" outputs; and stereo headphone output with separate volume adjust and L-R or G12 selector; Left and Right dual 1/4" amplifier outputs for easy speaker daisy-chaining Internal shielded AC supply with 115V(60Hz)/230V(50Hz) select switch Dimensions & Weights: PMX-1600: (HWD) 6.4" x 28.7" x 17.2" (163 x 729 x 437mm); 35.25 lbs. (16 Kg) PMX-600: (HWD) 6.4" x 16.9" x 17.2" (163 x 430 x 437mm); 24.5 lbs. (11.1 Kg) · · · CONTENTS FEATURES ................................................................................2 WARNING ..................................................................................3 INSTALLATION ..........................................................................4 1. Inspection ..............................................................................4 2. Setup and Operation ............................................................4 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS ............................................5 1. Channel Section ....................................................................5 2. Master Echo Effects Section ................................................7 3. Master Control and EQ Section..............................................7 4. Master Input / Output Section ................................................8 5. Rear Panel ..............................................................................9 6. Connection Example ............................................................10 SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................11 1. Input Section ........................................................................11 2. Mixer Section ......................................................................11 3. Output Section ......................................................................11 4. General ................................................................................11 2 Date of Purchase Dealer's Name City State Zip Model # Serial # WA R N I N G An equilateral triangle enclosing a lightening flash/arrowhead symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure which may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. ATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR An equilateral triangle enclosing an exclamation point is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and service instructions in the literature enclosed with this unit. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using this electronic device, basic precautions should always be taken, including the following: 1. Read all instructions before using the product. 2. Do not use this product near water (e.g., near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.). 3. This product should be used only with a cart or stand that will keep it level and stable and prevent wobbling. 4. This product, in combination with headphones or speakers, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should consult an audiologist. 5. The product should be positioned so that proper ventilation is maintained. 6. The product should be located away from heat sources such as radiators, heat vents, or other devices (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 7. The product should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the product. Replace the fuse only with one of the specified type, size, and correct rating. 8. The power supply cord should: (1) be undamaged, (2) never share an outlet or extension cord with other devices so that the outlet's or extension cord's power rating is exceeded, and (3) never be left plugged into the outlet when not being used for a long period of time. 9. Care should be taken so that objects do not fall into, and liquids are not spilled through, the enclosure's openings. 10. The product should be serviced by qualified service personnel if: A. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged. B. Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled onto the product. C. The product has been exposed to rain. D. The product does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance. E. The product has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged. 11. Do not attempt to service the product beyond what is described in the user maintenance instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel. 3 I N S TA L L AT I O N To ensure years of enjoyment from your NADY AUDIO PMX Series, please read and understand this manual thoroughly before using the unit. INSPECTION Your NADY AUDIO PMX Series powered mixer was carefully packed at the factory in packaging designed to protect the units in shipment. Before installing and using your unit, carefully examine the packaging and all contents for any signs of physical damage that may have occurred in transit. [Please note: Nady Systems is not responsible for shipping damage. If your unit is damaged, do not return to Nady, but notify your dealer and the shipping company (if shipped to you) immediately to make a claim. Such claims must be made by the consignee in a timely manner.] SETUP AND OPERATOIN Parts of the unit can become very warm during use. This is normal during operation. Care should be taken to ensure that there is enough space around the unit for cooling. Also, do not place the PMX Series powered mixer on high temperature devices such as power amplifiers, etc., or the unit may overheat in operation. Although the unit's chassis is shielded against radio frequency (RF) and electromagnetic interference (EMI), extremely high fields of RF and EMI should be avoided. Please make sure that the power unit supplied is marked for the correct voltage in your area (120VAC/60 Hz or 230VAC/50 Hz). Power requirements for electrical equipment differ from area to area. In new installations and portable sound systems, or any situation in which the AC power is in question, it is wise to confirm the voltage and use the appropriate power supply unit before connecting it to power sources. Europe (except UK): 230V, 50Hz UK and Australia: 240V, 50Hz USA and Canada: 120V, 60 Hz For other areas, please check with local authorities. When ready to operate, plug the AC cord into the power source. Make sure that the unit is turned off before connecting to the AC power source to avoid possible loud transients which can damage your speakers or your ears. Set the Channel (13), Group (22), and Master Stereo Volume Faders (24) to minimum to further reduce the chance of undesired noise when first powering up. Turn on your PMX Series powered mixer by pressing on the rear panel Power On/Off Switch (38). For other areas, please check with local authorities. 4 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS 1. CHANNEL SECTION (1) MIC INPUT This electronically balanced XLR input is designed to accept signals from any balanced or unbalanced low impedance (Low Z) microphone. To accommodate condenser microphones, this input is also equipped with +48VDC phantom power globally switchable to all XLR input jacks with the Phantom Power Switch (27). Dynamic or ribbon-type microphones do not require phantom power. The XLR jack is configured for: Pin1 = ground, Pin2 = positive (+), Pin3 = negative (-). The Mic inputs are more sensitive than the Line inputs. It will be necessary to adjust the channel gain with the input Trim Control (4) to achieve a nominal operating level. [Note: Do not connect mics when phantom power is already switched on, as indicated by the Phantom Power LED (27) in the Master Section of the top panel. Never use unbalanced mic cables with the Phantom Power switched on. Never short the +48VDC to ground, as that can cause serious damage to your mixer. Also, turn down the Master Stereo Volume Faders (24) to prevent possible sharp transient noise from damaging the speakers when turning the phantom power on or off.] (2) LINE INPUT This 1/4" input is designed to accept balanced or unbalanced line-level signals such as those from keyboards, drum machines, or samplers. There is enough gain available on the line input to accept even lower level signals, such as those from an unbalanced microphone or guitar output. If a balanced signal is to be connected to the line input, then a 1/4" TRS (stereo) phone plug should be wired for: Tip = positive (+), Ring = negative (-), Sleeve = ground. [Note: Only the Mic or the Line input of a given channel should be connected at one time. Do not connect both at the same time.] (3) INSERT All channels are equipped with insert jacks to connect external signal processors such as compressors, noise reduction systems, or effects devices to the individual input channels. Insert points are useful for adding dynamic processing or equalization to a channel or the mix. Unlike reverbs, etc., which are usually added to the dry signal, dynamic processing is normally applied across an entire signal. Here an Aux Send would be inappropriate. Instead, the signal is intercepted somewhere along the channel, fed through the dynamics processor and/or EQ, and then returned to the console at the same point where it left. The insert point is normalized, i.e., the signal is only interrupted when a plug is plugged into it. To use Inserts as a Send/Return, an insert cable is required which will split the 1/4" TRS insert connection to two plugs, one for Send and one for Return. The insert jack is pre EQ in the channel and is configured as: Tip = send, Ring = return, Sleeve = ground. The Insert can also be used as a channel direct output by sending the signal from the ring. To use the Insert as a direct output, insert a 1/4" phone plug halfway into the Insert jack so the tip of the plug connects with the ring of the insert jack. The jack will click into place when the connection to the ring is made. (4) TRIM CONTROL The Trim control adjusts the input sensitivity (channel gain) of the Mic and Line inputs on the channels. This control can be adjusted to accommodate input signals from a wide variety of sources, from the high outputs from keyboards or drum machines to the small signal outputs of microphones. The trim control adjusts the input sensitivity with 30dB of range. The best balance of S/N and dynamic range will be achieved if you adjust the TRIM control on each channel separately so that the Channel Peak LED (5) for that channel almost lights. 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