Dynacord Powered Mixer User Manual

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The PowerMate
The Power and the Beauty !
The PowerMate has long been regarded as the epito­me of a powered mixer, offering uncompromised pro­fessional quality in every department: professional components, professional features, professional relia­bility. With well over 80,000 units already sold, the PowerMate is one of the most important products in the pro audio sector — not just the biggest selling but undisputedly the best product of its kind on the mar­ket. It’s the Formula One of power mixers, so it’s hard­ly surprising that the PowerMate has won numerous awards and come out on top in countless comparative tests. But aside from its quality, it’s the fact that it matches perfectly the needs of its users that makes the PowerMate the outstanding solution for a wide range of professional sound reinforcement applica­tions. Now, after many extraordinarily successful years, the PowerMate has undergone a metamorpho­sis from which it emerges, more powerful, more fully­featured, and more elegant than ever before: the Power and the Beauty.
What makes a PowerMate a PowerMate?
All the function groups of the PowerMate are 100% professional in terms of their design and specification. First comes the mixing section, where you will find high-quality, discrete microphone preamps, new, dust-
proof ALPS faders (specially developed for the PowerMate) with very high attenuation even in the HF range, 48V phantom power switchable to the channels in groups of six and a dynamic range that would put most dedicated professional mixers to shame. AUX 3+4 are separately switchable pre/post fader. Then come the ultra-efficient Class H power amplifiers, which now deliver 2 x 700 W into 4 Ohms (PM 1000 and 1600). They are equipped with dynamic limiters, an extensive range of protections and the patented LPN filter for clearly improved bass performance. Finally in the effects section, the two digital effects processors offer 99 studio quality presets each and are individually foot-switchable. On top of these, there are many other useful features designed to solve special problems, such as the two feedback filters, the vocal voicing filter and the stand­by switch. This is a powered mixer that can also be used as a pure mixer, with power amplifiers every bit as good as dedicated 19” concert sound amplifiers, and studio quality effects specially optimised for live performance. Housed in a robust case with a sturdy metal lid, the PowerMate is manufactured in Germany to the highest standards. Nothing else sounds like it. Nothing else performs like it. And nothing is as reliable.
The Power and the Beauty !
pro-mixing
The discrete microphone preamps of the PowerMate 1000 and PowerMate 1600 combine out­standing audio quality with extremely low noise and distortion, setting new standards in professional mix­ing technology. Ergonomically designed gain controls with a range of 60 dB, group-switchable phan­tom power, vocal voicing filters, 3­band EQ with semiparametric mids, four aux sends, PFL, Mute, dust­proof ALPS faders, 2 x 7-band graphic EQs, feedback filters and four stereo channels are just some of the other professional features.
pro-power
The integrated high-efficiency Class H power amplifiers deliver an im­pressive 2 x 700 watts into 4 ohms and an absolutely safe 2 x 870 watts into 2.66 ohms with comparatively little heat build-up. All the protective circuits with which the Dynacord 19” amplfiers are equipped are present here, including protections against overheating, short-circuits and DC voltage and HF and back EMF protection. The flow of current at power up is limited and there is a short delay before power is switched to the loudspeaker out­puts. An LPN filter and a super-fast dynamic audio limiter are further Dynacord-typical features.
pro-effects
Two parallel and individually con­trolled 24-bit stereo digital effects devices with 48-bit algorithms offer a total of 2 x 99 live-optimised presets in studio quality. User-friendly Up/Down keys are used to select between room reverb, plate reverb, echo reverb, chorus reverb, mono/stereo delay, modulated delay effects (like chorus and flanger) and a large number of other special effects. Your preferred starting pre­sets can be stored in program mode so as to be instantly available next time you switch on the device. The effects returns can be switched into or out of the signal path using either one footswitch for both of the inte­grated effects devices or a separate footswitch for each.
SYSTEM DETAILS & FEAT
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MIC / STEREO LINE CHANNELSMIC / LINE CHANNELS
The MIC/LINE channels of the PowerMate are outstand­ingly well-equipped and offer a multitude of useful extras. To allow the use of condenser microphones, phantom power can be switched to the channels in groups of six. Inserts in each mono channel permit the external process­ing of the microphone signals. Ergonomically designed GAIN pots with a range of 60 dB plus Signal Present and Peak LEDs beside the faders provide optimum control over the performance of the discrete microphone pre­amps. A switchable 80 Hz LO-CUT FILTER is provided for the suppression of low frequency noise. The 3-band EQ section includes a sweepable (100 Hz – 8 kHz) semi-para­metric MID, a LO-SHELV at 60 Hz and a HI-SHELV at 12 kHz with a control range of +/- 15 dB in each case. AUX1 and AUX2 are switched post-fade and control the level of signal sent to the onboard effects devices FX1 and FX2. AUX3 and AUX4 are designed to be switched pre-fade for separate monitor mixes but can also be switched post­fade to supply additional effects devices in the sum. The channel strips also include PAN pots as well as PFL and MUTE switches, each with its own LED. Ultra-high quality dust-protected ALPS faders with extremely high maximum attenuation levels control the ratios of the individual channels.
FEEDBACK FILTER
The AUX3 and AUX4 auxiliary sends offer switchable anti-feed­back filters, sweep­able over the range 80Hz – 7.7kHz, for the swift and precise
elimination of feed­back between the microphones and monitor loudspeakers (a common problem) and for which an additional equaliser would otherwise be needed.
The MIC/STEREO LINE channels differ from the mono channels in having separate GAIN MIC and LINE TRIM controls instead of the LO-CUT and VOCAL VOICING switches, 3-band equalisation (LO, MID and HI) and a BALANCE control instead of the PAN control offered by the mono channels.
MASTER SECTION
In the master section, too, you’ll find PowerMates are excep­tionally well-equipped. Faders are provided for the returns of the integrated effects devices, FX1 and FX2, as well as for the AUX3 and AUX4 sends and the stereo MASTER. The left and right channels of the 2 x 7-band equaliser used to neutralise problematic room acoustics (with frequency bands optimised for live performance) are separately switchable and adjustable. The AUX1 and AUX2 sends can be used to supply separate effects devices, either parallel to the internal ones or on their own, and have individual level controls. There is an additional MONO OUT, switchable pre/post. Power, Limit and Clip LEDs and a 2 x 12 LED Master Display provide a clear overview of the operating state. The 2­TRACK RETURN allows a line input signal — e.g. from a tape machine — to be fed into the sum or AUX3 and AUX4 monitor sends with individual level control. Also on hand is a STANDBY switch that eliminates the mixer section altogeth­er, in which case only the signals from the 2-TRACK RETURN are fed to the built-in amplifier.
STAGELIGHT
To permit the swift and sure operation of the PowerMate on dark stages during live performances, a socket is pro­vided for an XLR gooseneck light (12V, 2.4W) which is available as an optional extra.
VOCAL VOICING FILTER
With its special asym-
metric structure, this
filter, which can be
switched to each mic-
channel separately,
emphasizes the fre-
quency range in which
the fundamental tones of the human voice are located, raising the profile of the vocals within the overall mix. This type of contouring, which cannot be achieved using ordinary EQ, solves the problem of ‘thin voices’.
PROTECTIVE LID
Included in the delivery is a robust, metal lid that clicks shut and allows the PowerMate to be transported safely without the need for an additional flight­case.
RES
HANDLES
Easy and problem-free handling is assured by a beam running the entire width of the device at the front and the ergonomically-shaped handles recessed into the sides.
POWER
At 2 x 700 W into 4 ohms and 2 x 870 W into
2.66 ohms, both PowerMates output consid­erably more power than conventional power mixers but with extremely low distortion and intermodulation values. Special pole zero com­pensators — Dynacord’s patented LPN filter — eliminate transient response distortion typ­ically introduced by PA speakers and provide a degree of punch and impulse-fidelity in the bass reproduction never before achieved.
specs PowerMate 1000/1600
Maximum Midband Output Power, 1 kHz, THD=1%, Dual Channel into 4 Ohms 2 x 700 W into 8 Ohms 2 x 430 W Maximum Midband Output Power, 1 kHz, THD=1%, Single Channel into 4 Ohms 2 x 870 W into 8 Ohms 2 x 500 W Rated Output Power, THD=0.1%, Single Channel into 4 Ohms 2 x 700 W into 8 Ohms 2 x 350 W
Maximum Output Voltage of power amplifier, no load 70 Vrms THD at 1kHz, MBW=80kHz
MIC input to Main L/R output, +16 dBu, typical < 0.005% Power amplifier input to Speaker L/R output < 0.01%
DIM 30, power amplifier < 0.01% IMD-SMPTE, power amplifier, 60Hz, 7 kHz < 0.01% Frequency Response, -3dB ref. 1kHz
Any input to any Mixer output 15Hz ... 80kHz Any input to Speaker L/R output 20Hz ... 70kHz Crosstalk, 1kHz Fader and AUX-Send attenuation > 85 dB Channel to channel > 80 dB
CMRR, MIC input, 1kHz > 80 dB Input Sensitivity, all level controls in max. position
MIC input -74 dBu (155 ÌV) LINE Input (Mono) -54 dBu (1.55 mV) LINE Input (Stereo) -34 dBu (15.5 mV) Power Amplifier Input +6 dBu (1.55 V) Maximum Level, mixing desk MIC inputs + 21 dBu Mono Line inputs + 41 dBu Stereo Line inputs + 30 dBu All other inputs + 22 dBu Record Send output + 14 dBu All other outputs + 22 dBu
Input Impedances
MIC 2 k Insert Return 2.2 k EQ Input and 2 Track Return 8 k All other inputs > 15 k
Output Impedances
Record Send 1 k Phones 47 All other outputs 75
Equivalent Input Noise, MIC Input, A-weighted,150 -130 dBu Noise, Channel inputs to Main L/R outputs, A-weighted 1000 1600
Master fader down -95 dBu -95 dBu Master fader 0 dB, Channel fader down -90 dBu -88 dBu Master fader 0 dB, Channel fader 0 dB, Channel gain unity
Signal/Noise-Ratio, power amplifier, A-weighted 105 dB Equalization
LO Shelving ± 15 dB / 60 Hz MID Peaking, mono inputs ± 15 dB /
MID Peaking, stereo inputs ± 12 dB / 2.4 kHz HI Shelving ± 15 dB / 12 kHz Master EQ, 2x7-band, 63, 125, 400, 1k, 2k5, 6k, 12k Hz ± 10 dB / Q=2.0
Power Consumption at 1/8 maximum output power, 4 Dimensions, (W x Hx D), mm
PM1000 514.5 x 210.3 x 478.7 PM1600 673.5 x 210.3 x 478.7 Weight, without lid / including lid PM1000 20 kg / 21 kg PM1600 23.5 kg / 25 kg
Optional
RMK-1000 (Rack-Mounting-Kit PowerMate 1000) 112 698 Gooseneck lamp, 12V/2.4W, 12”, XLR 112 700 FS11 (Footswitch with LED) 110 693
-83 dBu -82 dBu
100 Hz .. .8 kHz
640 W
6 MIC/LINE+ 4 MIC/STEREO LINE PowerMate 1000-2 230 V #112926
12 MIC/LINE+ 4 MIC/STEREO LINE PowerMate 1600-2 230 V #112960
RACK MOUNTING
An optional kit is available for mounting the PowerMate 1000 in a 19” rack RMK-1000 (# 112 698)
* Mixing desk in rated condition, Unity Gain (MIC Gain 20 dB), all faders position 0 dB,
all pots in mid position, Master fader + 6dB, amplifier rated output power into 8 ohms, Dual channel, unless otherwise specified.
POWERMATE 600
The integration of mixing console, power amplifier and effects devices in a compact and modern unit reaches a new high with the PowerMate 600. With 6 Mic/Line as well as two Stereo/Line channels, two mixable 24-bit effects devices, a 7 band master equalizer and integrat­ed 2 x 300 W power amplifier, the PowerMate 600 is the absolute allround solution for a multitude of applications,
ideally suited to the needs of both single entertainers and small bands. For schools, clubs or similar institu­tions, the PowerMate is the perfect tool for a wide range of sound reinforcement tasks. Safe and easy to carry, fast and simple to set up, intuitive and uncomplicated to operate, the smallest member of the PowerMate family delivers Dynacord quality in a compact, elegant frame.
pro-mixing
All the features of a professional mix­ing console but without the bulk. With six Mic/Line and two Stereo/Line channels, three-band EQ in every channel, separate effects and moni­tor sends, a 7-band master equalizer and LED level meters in the master as well as every channel, the Power Mate 600 is a joy to use in any situa­tion. There are other convenient fea­tures, too, such as a switchable Standby function, which allows you to feed the signal from a tape or MD recorder directly to the amplifiers without disturbing your mixer set­tings, as well as an additional mono output (with its own level control) to provide sound reinforcement to addi­tional rooms and a headphone socket (also with its own level control).
pro-power
Despite its compact dimensions, the PowerMate 600 is rated at 2 x 300 watts into 4 ohms and there­fore offers large dynamic reserves with exceptionally low distortion and intermodulation values. All the safety features of Dynacord’s 19” amplifiers are on board as well as the patented LPN Filter technology for ultra-powerful bass reproduc­tion and a superfast dynamic audio limiter, whilst the power supply offers the legendary 30% headroom.
pro-effects
Two parallel and individually con­trolled 24-bit stereo digital effects devices with 48-bit algorithms offer a total of 198 live-optimised presets in studio quality. User-friendly Up/Down keys are used to select between room and plate reverb, echo reverb, mono/stereo delay and a large num­ber of other special effects. Your pre­ferred starting presets can be stored in program mode so as to be instant­ly available next time you switch on the device. The return signals of both effects devices can be switched singly or jointly into or out of the sig­nal path either at the device or using a footswitch.
specs powermate 600
Maximum Midband Output Power, 1 kHz, THD=1%, Dual Channel into 4 Ohms 2 x 270 W into 8 Ohms 2 x 180 W Maximum Midband Output Power, 1 kHz, THD=1%, Single Channel into 4 Ohms 2 x 340 W into 8 Ohms 2 x 200 W Rated Output Power, THD=0.1%, Single Channel into 4 Ohms 2 x 300 W into 8 Ohms 2 x 150 W
Maximum Output Voltage of power amplifier, no load 43 Vrms THD at 1kHz, MBW=80kHz
MIC input to Main L/R output, +16 dBu, typical < 0.006% Power amplifier input to Speaker L/R output < 0.08%
DIM 30, power amplifier < 0.03% IMD-SMPTE, power amplifier, 60Hz, 7 kHz < 0.2% Frequency Response, -3dB ref. 1kHz
Any input to any Mixer output 15Hz ... 60kHz Any input to Speaker L/R output 30Hz ... 40kHz Crosstalk, 1kHz Fader and AUX-Send attenuation > 80 dB Channel to channel > 70 dB
CMRR, MIC input, 1kHz > 80 dB Input Sensitivity, all level controls in max. position
MIC input -74 dBu (155 ÌV) LINE Input (Mono) -54 dBu (1.55 mV) LINE Input (Stereo) -34 dBu (15.5 mV) Power Amplifier Input +6 dBu (1.55 V) Maximum Level, mixing desk MIC inputs + 11 dBu Line inputs + 30 dBu All other inputs + 20 dBu Record Send output + 14 dBu All other outputs + 20 dBu
Input Impedances
MIC 1.8 k 2 Track Return 10 k All other inputs > 15 k
Output Impedances
Record Send 1 k Phones 47 All other outputs 75 Equivalent Input Noise, MIC Input, A-weighted,150 -130 dBu Noise, Channel inputs to Main L/R outputs, A-weighted Master fader down -90 dBu Master fader 0 dB, Channel fader down -89 dBu Master fader 0 dB, Channel fader 0 dB, Channel gain unity Signal/Noise-Ratio, power amplifier, A-weighted 105 dB
Equalization
LO Shelving ± 15 dB / 60 Hz MID Peaking ± 15 dB / 2.4 kHz HI Shelving ± 15 dB / 12 kHz Master EQ, 7-band, Stereo ± 10 dB
Phantom Power
all MIC inputs
Power Requirements
Factory preset, 50 Hz ... 60 kHz
Power Consumption
at 1/8 maximum output power, 4
Dimensions, (W x Hx D), mm 455.5 x 175.8 x 340.6 Weight, including lid 13 kg Optional
RMK-600 (Rack-Mounting-Kit PowerMate 600) 112 741 Gooseneck lamp, 12V/2.4W, 12”, XLR 112 700 FS11 (Footswitch with LED) 110 693
* Mixing desk in rated condition, Unity Gain (MIC Gain 20 dB), all faders position 0 dB,
all pots in mid position, Master fader + 6dB, amplifier rated output power into 8 ohms, Dual channel, unless otherwise specified.
-83 dBu
+24 Vdc
100V, 120V, 230V, 240V
450 W
6 MIC/LINE + 2 STEREO LINE PowerMate600-2 230V #112959
RACK MOUNTING
The optional kit RMK-600 (# 112 741) is available for mounting the PowerMate 600 in a 19” rack. (PowerMate1000 shown in picture)
Americas
Telex Communications Inc. 12000 Portland Ave South, Burnsville, MN 55337, USA USA: Phone: 1-800-392-3497, Fax: 1-800-955-6831 Canada: Phone: 1-866-505-5551, Fax: 1-866-336-8467 Latin America: Phone: 1-952-887-5532, Fax: 1-952-736-4212
Europe, Africa and Middle-East
EVI Audio GmbH. Hirschberger Ring 45, D 94315 Straubing, Germany
Phone: +49 9421-706 0, Fax: +49 9421-706 265
France: EVI Audio France S.A. Parc de Courcerin, Allée Lech Walesa, F 77185 Lognes,
France. Phone: +33 1-6480-0090, Fax: +33 1-6006-5103
Asia & Pacific Rim
Japan: EVI Audio Japan Ltd. 5-3-8 Funabashi, Setagaya-Ku, Tokyo, Japan 156-0055
Australia: EVI Audio (Aust) Pty Ltd. Slough Business Estate, Unit 23, Silverwater, N.S.W. 2128,
China: EVI Audio (HK) Ltd. 7th Floor China Minmetals Tower, No. 79 Chatham Road South,
Singapore: Telex Pte. Ltd. 3015A Ubi Road 1, 05-10 Kampong Ubi Industrial Estate,
© EVI Audio GmbH EVI Audio GmbH · Hirschberger Ring 45 · D-94315 Straubing Phone: + 49 9421-706 0 · Fax: + 49 9421-706 265 Art.Nr. 163077 · Internet: http://www.dynacord.com SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE!
Phone: +81 3-5316-5020, Fax: +81 3-5316-5031
Australia. Phone: +61 2-9648-3455, Fax: +61 2-9648-5585
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