Phonic Powerpod 740 Plus, Powerpod 740R, Powerpod 740FR, Powerpod 740W, Powerpod 740RW User Manual
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User's Manual
Manual del Usuario
POWERPOD 740
POWERPOD 740R
POWERPOD 740FR
POWERPOD 740W
POWERPOD 740RW
POWERPOD 780
POWERED MIXERS
MEZCLADORAS AMPLIFICADAS
ENGLISH .....................................I
ESPAÑOL .....................................II
V1.7 10/24/2012
English Español
POWERPOD 740 / POWERPOD 740R / POWERPOD 740FR
POWERPOD 740W / POWERPOD 740RW / POWERPOD 780
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INTRODUCTION......................................................................1
FEATURES...............................................................................1
BASIC SETUP...........................................................................2
MAKING CONNECTIONS....................................................2
CONTROLS AND SETTINGS...................................................5
SPECIFICATIONS...................................................................10
APPENDIX
DIGITAL EFFECTS TABLE.......................................................1
APPLICATIONS.........................................................................2
DIMENSIONS............................................................................4
BLOCK DIAGRAMS..................................................................5
CONTENTS
USER'S MANUAL
Phonic preserves the right to improve or alter any information within this
document without prior notice.
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1. Read these instructions before operating this
apparatus.
2. Keep these instructions for future reference.
3. Heed all warnings to ensure safe operation.
4. Follow all instructions provided in this document.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water or in locations
where condensation may occur.
6. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not use aerosol or liquid
cleaners. Unplug this apparatus before cleaning.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install
in accordance with the manufacturer
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s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
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9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not
into your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plug, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories
by the
manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, st and, t ripod, bracket, or
table
by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tipover.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lighting
storms or wh en unused for long
periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to
service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED 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
product
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magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is in-
tended to alert the user to the presence of important operat-
ing and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of or electric shock, do
not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance
of procedures other than those
may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects
with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus. The MAINS plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall
remain readily operable.
Warning: the user shall not place this apparatus in the
area during the operation so that the mains switch
can be easily accessible.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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INTRODUCTION
Phonic would like to congratulate you on the purchase of one of
their extraordinary Powerpod mixers, powered mixers that provide
more than the average. Since its introduction, the entire Powerpod
series has given other powered mixer lines a run for their money.
With fantastically low noise levels, high signal handling abilities,
exceptional output levels, simplied signal routing abilities, and
ultra-smooth controls, the Powerpod 740 and 780 models all
provide a level of dependability not often found in powered mixers
as of late.
We know how eager you are to get started – getting the mixer out
and hooking all your gear up is probably your number one priority
right now – but before you do, we strongly urge you to take a look
through this manual. Inside, you will nd important facts and gures
on the set up, use and applications of your brand new mixer. If
you do happen to be one of the many people who atly refuse
to read user manuals, then we just urge you to at least glance at
the Instant Setup section. After glancing at or reading through the
manual (we applaud you if you do read the entire manual), please
store it in a place that is easy for you to nd, because chances are
there’s something you missed the rst time around.
FEATURES
● Powerpod 740 Plus/FR/R/W/RW: 220W + 20W / 4 ohms
amplier for main 1 & 2 or main / monitor (Bridge mono, 440W
/ 8 ohms)
● Powerpod 780 Plus: 300W + 300W / 4 ohms amplier for main
1 & 2 or main / monitor
● 32-bit digital stereo multi-effect processor with 16 programs
plus foot switch
● Dual 7-band graphic equalizers with In / Out switches for main
(stereo)/monitor or main 1/2
● 7 balanced mic inputs through XLR jacks
● 10 line inputs through 1/4" jacks
● 2 Super Hi-Z inputs optimized for direct input of acoustic electric
guitars and electric guitars or basses
● 2 built-in limiters
● Rumbling lters for mic inputs
● 3-band channel EQ
● Pad control on channel 1~4
● Monitor and effect sends on each input channel
● 1 Aux input
● +48V phantom power on channels 1 through 4
● Record output with trim control for recording level matching
● Mains power switchable between 115VAC and 230VAC
Powerpod ‘R’ Models Add:
● USB recorder and playback device for capturing all performances with
ease
Powerpod ‘FR’ Models Add:
● Built-in one-touch feedback elimination circuitry for destroying
feedback in live performances
● USB recorder and playback device for capturing all performances with
ease
Powerpod ‘W’ Models Add:
● Bluetooth connectivity for receiving audio from modern Bluetooth-
enabled devices
Powerpod ‘RW’ Models Add:
● USB recorder and playback device for capturing all performances with
ease
● Bluetooth connectivity for receiving audio from modern Bluetooth-
enabled devices
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BASIC SETUP
Getting Started
1. Turn all power off on the Powerpod mixer. To ensure this, the
AC cable should not be connected to the unit.
2. All faders and level controls should be set at the lowest level
to ensure no sound is inadvertently sent through the outputs
when the device is switched on. All levels should be altered to
acceptable degrees after the device is turned on.
3. Plug all necessary instruments and equipment into the device's
various inputs as required. This may include line signal devices,
as well as microphones and/or guitars, keyboards, etc.
4. Plug any necessary equipment into the device's various outputs.
This could include speakers, monitors, signal processors, and/
or recording devices.
NB. No devices other than speakers should be connected to the power amp
outputs. Plugging inappropriate devices into the mixer will likely cause
damage to the device. Also, guitar cables should not be used to connect
ampliers to speakers.
5. Plug the supplied AC cable into the AC inlet on the back of the
device, ensuring local voltage level is identical to that selected
by the Voltage Selector on the rear of your device.
6. Plug the supplied AC cable into a power outlet of a suitable
voltage.
7. Turn the power switch on.
Channel Setup
1. To ensure the correct audio levels of each input channel is
selected, every channel faders should rst be set to 0.
2. Choose the channel that you wish to set the level of, and ensure
that channel has a signal sent to it similar to the signal that will
be sent when in common use. For example, if the channel is
using a microphone, then you should speak or sing at the same
level the performer normally would during a performance. If a
guitar is plugged into that channel, then the guitar should also
be used as it normally would be.
NB. It is probably best to have nothing plugged into channels which are
not being set, just to ensure no signal is inadvertently sent through the
channel.
3. This channel is now ready to be used; you can stop making the
audio signal.
4. You should now select the next channel to set and go back to
follow steps 1 through 3.
MAKING CONNECTIONS
Channel Inputs
The Powerpod 740 and 780 models feature a total of 7 input
channels, 3 of which accept stereo signals. Each channel features
a microphone XLR jack and at least one 1/4” Phone Jack for
balanced and unbalanced connections. Each stereo channel
features different inputs jacks, accepting either microphone inputs
or stereo line inputs.
1. XLR Lo-Z Inputs
These XLR microphone inputs can be used in conjunction with
a wide range of microphones, such as professional condenser,
dynamic or ribbon microphones, with standard XLR male
connectors. With low noise preampliers, these inputs serve for
crystal clear sound replication.
NOTE. When using an unbalanced microphone, please ensure phantom
power is switched off. However, when using condenser microphones the
phantom power should be activated.
2. 1/4" Hi-Z and Super Hi-Z Input Jacks
These inputs accept typical 1/4” TRS or TS unbalanced inputs. The
Hi-Z inputs accept balanced TRS inputs, and are for Microphone
to line-level device (such as synthesizers and drum machines),
where the Super Hi-Z inputs accept TS unbalanced sources, and
can be used in conjunction with devices with higher impedance
levels (including electric guitars and basses).
NB.When using a line-level device on your mixer, the PAD -25 button should
be initiated.
3. Stereo Channel Inputs
Each of the Powerpod 740 and 780 model powered mixers provide
3 stereo input channels, the inputs of which differ slightly to the
mono channels. The 3-pin XLR inputs featured are for the addition
of microphones with typical XLR male inputs, where the 2 Line
1/4" TS jacks are for the addition of various stereo line level input
devices, such as keyboards.
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4. Tape In (L and R)
The rst of these inputs accommodates RCA cables from such
devices as tape and CD players. In addition to these inputs,
however, Phonic has incorporated a mini stereo jack for the
inclusion of such devices as mini disc (MD), portable CD, and MP3
players (such as the Apple iPod), as well as laptop computers. The
line from this feed is directed to the Tape In mixing bus, before
being fed through to the Main 1/2 mix.
5. Record Outputs (L and R)
As with the Tape In ports, these outputs will accommodate RCA
cables, able to be fed to a variety of recording devices. Also, similar
to the Tape In ports, included are mini stereo jacks for the addition
of recording devices such as MD players and laptop computers.
A trim control is featured on these outputs to accommodate for
devices with different recording levels.
6. AUX Input
These 1/4" TS phone jack inputs connect the mixer with parallel
external devices, such as sub mixers or external effect processors,
receiving the processed signal from another source and feeding it
to the AUX mix.
7. Foot Switch Jack
This port is for the inclusion of a non-latching foot switch, used to
remotely adjust properties of the built-in Digital Effect processor.
The Powerpod 740 and 780 models all feature a single foot switch
jack, which allows the user to remotely turn on and off the digital
effects.
8. EFX (Effect) Outputs
These 1/4" TS outputs are the nal output from the EFX send
mixing bus. This feed may be used to connect to an external digital
effect processor, or even to an amplier and speakers, depending
on your desired settings.
9. Monitor Outputs
These 1/4" TS outputs are the nal output from the Monitor send
mixing bus. This feed may be used to connect to an amplier and
speaker. Feeding the output from the Monitor out to an amplier
(and possibly an equalizer) and then to a oor monitor speaker
allows artists to monitor their own instruments or vocals whilst
performing, or an engineer to monitor the mix.
10. Main Outputs
These jacks will output the nal stereo line level signal sent from
the main mixing bus. The primary purpose of these jacks is to send
the Main output to external devices that may run in parallel with
the mixer. This may include additional power ampliers, mixers,
PA systems, as well as a wide range of other possible signal
processors. Powerpod 740 and 780 models all feature monaural
main outputs.
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11. Speaker Outputs
These jacks are used to connect to speakers, fed from the internal
power amp. On all models, they consist of 1/4" phone jacks. The
Amp Select switch determines the operation of these jacks. If the
Amp Select switch is set to "Main 1 / Main 2" or "Main / Moni", a
single speaker with a 4 to 8 ohm load can be connected to jack
A on both the Main 1 and Main 2 Speaker Outputs. You can also
connect two speakers with impedances between 8 and 16 ohms
to both jacks A and B of the Main 1 and Main 2 Speaker Outputs.
When using Bridge Mono mode, use the Speaker Output labeled
"Bridge" only to connect a Speaker with a loading between 8 and
16 ohms. Refer to the Speaker set up chart to the right for a more
detailed indication of how to connect speakers.
NB. Due to the fact that the signal has been processed by the power amp,
these ports should be used in conjunction with passive speakers only to
avoid damaging any other equipment.
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SPEAKER SETUP
Using speakers with an incorrect loading can not only cause
distortion, but also irreversible damage to the powered mixer.
Please ensure the loadings of your speakers are consistent
with those shown above.
Please note that the Bridge Mono function is only available on
the Powerpod 740 models, and is not available on the Powerpod
780 models. With this in mind, we ask customers that own these
models to ignore the Bridge connection found in the following
speaker setup diagrams.
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CONTROLS AND SETTINGS
Rear Panel
12. Power Button and AC Connector
The power button, located on the rear of the mixer, is used to
activate the mixer. Of course, there’s no point in activating the
mixer if there’s no power, therefore an AC connector has been
included to ensure your Mixer gets the power it needs. Please use
the power cable that is included with this mixer only.
NB. Before connecting the AC cable to the Powerpod Mixer, please ensure
the local voltage levels are identical to those chosen by the Voltage Selector
switch.
13. Voltage Selector
This switch allows you to select from 2 mains power modes, 115
VAC / 60 Hz (Allowing you to use the device in Countries with
voltages between 100V and 120V) or 230 VAC / 50 Hz (Allowing
you to use the device in Countries with voltages between 220V and
240V). To change the Voltage Selector, you must rst unscrew and
remove the plastic cover that protects the switch. After changing
the Voltage, please replace the plastic cover to ensure the voltage
level is not inadvertently altered.
NB. Using incorrect voltages can cause irreversible damage to the mixer.
All care must be taken in selecting the voltage appropriate to your zone. If
unsure of local voltage levels, contact a knowledgeable source before using
this mixer.
16. LOW (Low Frequency) Control
This control is used to give a shelving boost or cut of ±15 dB to
low frequency (80 Hz) sounds. This will adjust the amount of bass
included in the audio of the channel, and bring more warmth and
punch to drums and bass guitars.
17. MON (Monitor) Level Control
This control alters the signal level that is being sent to the Monitor
mixing buses, the signal of which is suitable for connecting stage
monitors, allowing artists to listen to the music that is being playing.
18. EFX (Effect) Level Control
This control alters the signal level that is sent to the EFX output,
which can be used in conjunction with external signal processors
(this signal of which can be returned to mixer via the stereo return
inputs), or simply as additional auxiliary outputs for any means
required. These controls also adjust the level of audio that is sent
to the built-in digital effect panel.
19. Channel Level Control
This control will alter the signal level that is sent from the
corresponding channel to the Main mixing bus.
20. PAD -25 Button
The PAD -25 button, located above the 1/4” phone jack of mono
channels, is used to attenuate the input signal by 25 dB. This
should only be pushed in when using line-level input devices.
Channel Controls
14. HIGH (High Frequency) Control
This control is used to give a shelving boost or cut of ±15 dB to
high frequency (12 kHz) sounds. This will adjust the amount of
treble included in the audio of the channel, adding strength and
crispness to sounds such as guitars, cymbals and synthesizers.
15. MID (Middle Frequency) Control
This control is used to provide a peaking style of boost and cut
to the level of middle frequency sounds at a range of ±15 dB.
Changing middle frequencies of an audio feed can be rather
difcult when used in a professional audio mix, as it is usually more
desirable to cut middle frequency sounds rather than boost them,
soothing overly harsh vocal and instrument sounds in the audio.
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26. AUX In Controls
The Powerpod 740 and 780 models feature a single AUX in control
(located beneath the Main Equalizer) that adjusts the nal level of
the AUX in input that is sent to the Main mix.
27. Tape In
The Powerpod 740 and 780 models feature 2 Tape in controls.
One that adjusts the nal level that is sent to the Monitor mix (the
upper control), and another that controls the nal level that is sent
to the Main mixing bus (the lower control).
28. Graphic Equalizers
These graphic equalizer allows you to adjust the frequency
response of a signal, with a maximum of ±12 dB of signal boost
or cut for each of the frequencies. The Powepod 740 and 780
models all feature dual 7-band Graphic Equalizers. The uppermost
equalizer is for alteration of the Monitor signal (when the EQ switch
is in the appropriate position it becomes the Main 2 EQ), where the
lower equalizer is for the Main 1-2 signal (or the Main 1).
29. EQ IN and Indicator
This button activates the graphic equalizer in which it accompanies.
The corresponding LED indicator illuminates when the EQ is
activated.
30. EQ Select Switch
This switch enables you to select the way you utilize the pair of
Equalizers on these models. The uppermost position it enables
you to use the top equalizer for the Monitor signal, and the bottom
equalizer for the Main 1/2 signal; the lower position enables the
equalizers to be used for the mixer’s Main 1 and 2 signals.
Digital Effect Processor
21. Effects On Button and Indicator
Pushing this button will turn the built-in effect processor on and off.
When the effect processor is activated, the corresponding LED will
light up to indicate so.
22. Program Control
This control will allow users to select one of the 16 built-in digital
effects of the Powerpod powered mixer. The effect names that
correspond with the numbers can be found on the top of the
mixer’s face, or in the digital effect table.
23. Parameter Control
Turning this control will adjust the one main parameter of the
selected effect. Each effect’s parameter can be found on the digital
effect table.
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24. EFX To Monitor Control
This controls the level of the processed signal from the built-in
effect processor, that is sent to the Monitor mixing bus.
25. EFX To Main Control
This controls the level of the processed signal from the built-in
effect processor, that is sent to the Main 1/2 mix.
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31. Phantom Power Switch and Indicator
When this switch is in the on position it activates +48V of phantom
power for the XLR inputs on channels 1 to 4, allowing condenser
microphones to be used on these channels. The corresponding
LED will illuminate when the Master Phantom Power is activated.
32. Amp Select Switches
This switches control the activity of the built-in power amp,
enabling the user to alternate between the different signals which
can be processed by the built-in power amp and routed to the
speaker outputs on the rear of the device. This switch allows you
to select from: Main/Monitor – taking the monitor and main signals
and directing them to the appropriate speaker outputs – Main 1 /
Main 2 – using the Main 1/2 signal to feed the speaker outputs –
and Main Bridge – which combines the Main Left and Right signal
and feeds them through the Bridge output. Please note that the
Bridge function is not available on the Powerpod 780 Plus.
NB. When using a mono bridge connection, do not connect a speaker to any
of the Main/Monitor A or B jacks, located on the rear of the mixer. Use the
"Bridge" speaker jack only.
33. Monitor Level Control
This rotary control allows the user to adjust the nal signal level
sent to all Monitor outputs.
34. Main Level Control
This rotary control allows the user to adjust the nal signal level
sent to the Main and Speaker outputs.
35. Level Meter
These level meters give accurate indications of when audio levels
of the Main 1/2 and Monitor outputs reach certain levels. The 0 dB
indicator illuminates is approximately equal to an output level of
+4 dBu. It is suggested for the maximum use of audio to set the
various levels controls so that it sits steadily between 0 and the
second highest level indicated on the Level Meter to make full use
of audio, while still maintaining fantastic clarity. The Powerpod 740
and 780 models feature two single 5-segment LED displays.
36. Limiters
These LED indicators illuminate when the power amplier’s built-in
limiters are activated, which effectively reduce signal levels when
they reach high levels that could prove to damage sound quality.
37. Power Indicator
This LED indicator illuminates when power of your Powerpod
mixer is activated.
38. Bluetooth Button (Powerpod "W" models only)
This button essentially mutes the audio received by the Bluetooth
receiver. When Bluetooth signals are not muted, they will be
received by channel 7 on the Powerpod 740W or Powerpod
740RW mixer.
39. Wireless Ready LED (Powerpod "W" models only)
This LED will light up when a Bluetooth connection is established
to another Bluetooth device.
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“R”
Recording
This section is for users with an “R” or “FR” version of the Powerpod. On these models, users will nd a USB port accompanied by a LCD
and four function buttons. Please see the operating instructions below:
Playback: The USB player supports WAV, WMA and MP3
playback through USB
1. Power on the device.
2. Insert an appropriately formatted (FAT32) USB ash drive.
3. On the main menu, select “Playback” and press the PLAY
button.
4. Press the PLAY button to play the current track, or the << and
>>buttons to skip forward and backwards between tracks.
5. Press the MENU button while in the Playback mode to access
the File Browser, Delete File, Repeat Mode and Volume
Control functions.
6. Press and hold the MENU button for three seconds to exit
playback mode and return to the main menu.
Folders - Freely navigate songs in each folder on USB ash disc
using the << and >> buttons. Press PLAY button to select, press
MENU button to go back.
Repeat Mode - There 4 repeat modes available.
No Repeat - Play each le in the current folder or root for
once.
Repeat one - Constantly repeat selected song.
Repeat Folder - Constantly repeat all the song in the certain
folder or root.
Random – Enables random playback of les in current folder
or root.
Record: Users can record high denition WAV format
1. Power on the device.
2. Insert an appropriately formatted (FAT32) USB ash drive.
3. In the main menu, select “Record” and press the PLAY button
to enter recording mode.
4. Select between the 128 kbit/s and 192 kbit/s WAV recording
modes and press the PLAY button.
5. Record mode will begin in standby/pause. Push the Play/
Pause button to begin recording. The unit will save the
recorded le into the RECORD directory on the USB device.
6. Push the Play/Pause button to pause recording. Pushing
the Play/Pause button again will resume recording from the
position at which it was paused.
7. Press the MENU button at any time to save the recording.
Once the recording is saved, the system will automatically
skip to the next track.
8. To exit out of the playback mode and return to the main menu,
press and hold MENU button for three seconds.
NOTE:
1. The USB rotary control will adjust the playback level only and
will not affect recording levels. The only level controls that will
affect the recording level are those found on the individual
input channels.
2. Users may experience very short instances of drop outs during
playback of recorded WAV les.
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