thomann Fun Generation PM-6 User Manual

PM-6

power mixer

user manual

Musikhaus Thomann

Thomann GmbH

Hans-Thomann-Straße 1

96138 Burgebrach

Germany

Telephone: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Internet: www.thomann.de

24.09.2019, ID: 471921

Table of contents

Table of contents

1 General information................................................................................................................................. 4

1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 5

1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 6

1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 6

2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 8

3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 14

4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 15

5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 17

6 Technical specications....................................................................................................................... 27

7 Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 29

8 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 33

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General information

1 General information

This user manual contains important information on the safe operation of the device. Read and
follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure
that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to another user, be sure
that they also receive this manual.

Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development. We there‐
fore reserve the right to make changes without notice. Please refer to the latest version of the
user manual which is ready for download under www.thomann.de.

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1.1 Further information

General information

On our website (www.thomann.de) you will nd lots of further information and details on the
following points:

Download This manual is also available as PDF le for you to download.

Keyword search

Online guides

Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline.

Service

Use the search function in the electronic version to nd the topics of
interest for you quickly.

Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics
and terms.

If you have any problems with the device the customer service will
gladly assist you.

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General information

1.2 Notational conventions

This manual uses the following notational conventions:

Letterings

Displays

The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.

Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.

Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics.

Examples: ‘24ch’ , ‘OFF’.

1.3 Symbols and signal words

In this section you will nd an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are
used in this manual.

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General information

Signal word Meaning

DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an

immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or
serious injury if it is not avoided.

NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐

sible dangerous situation that can result in material and
environmental damage if it is not avoided.

Warning signs Type of danger

Warning – high-voltage.

Warning – danger zone.

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Safety instructions

2 Safety instructions

Intended use

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This device is intended to be used for amplication, mixing and playback of signals from
musical instruments and microphones. Use the device only as described in this user manual.
Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may
result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting
from improper use.

This device may be used only by persons with sucient physical, sensorial, and intellectual
abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this
device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.

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Safety

Safety instructions

DANGER!
Danger for children

Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not
within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!

Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from
the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!

Never let children unattended use electrical devices.

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Safety instructions

DANGER!
Electric shock caused by high voltages inside

Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never
remove any covers.

There are no user-serviceable parts inside.

Do not use the device if covers, protectors or optical components are missing or
damaged.

DANGER!
Electric shock caused by short-circuit

Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a pro‐
tective contact plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so
could result in electric shock/death or re. If in doubt, seek advice from a regis‐
tered electrician.

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Safety instructions

NOTICE!
Risk of re

Do not block areas of ventilation. Do not install the device near any direct heat
source. Keep the device away from naked ames.

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Safety instructions

NOTICE!
Operating conditions

This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never
expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and
strong vibrations.

Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specied in the chapter
‘Technical specications’ of this user manual. Avoid heavy temperature uctua‐
tions and do not switch the device on immediately after it was exposed to tem‐
perature uctuations (for example after transport at low outside temperatures).

Dust and dirt inside can damage the unit. When operated in harmful ambient
conditions (dust, smoke, nicotine, fog, etc.), the unit should be maintained by
qualied service personnel at regular intervals to prevent overheating and other
malfunction.

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Safety instructions

NOTICE!
Power supply

Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches
the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual
current circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and
possibly injure the user.

Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long
periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or re.

NOTICE!
Possible damage due to installation of a wrong fuse

The use of dierent types of fuses can cause serious damage to the unit. Fire
hazard!

Only fuses of the same type may be used.

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Features

3 Features

n 6-channel power mixer with 2 × 80 W RMS
n Built-in media player for MP3 les from USB stick or SD card
n 6 × microphone input (XLR chassis socket, 3-pin, balanced)
n 6 × line input (1/4" phone jack, unbalanced)
n 1 × line input (pair of RCA socket)
n Bluetooth audio streaming
n 2-band EQ in mono channels
n 5-band graphic equalizer for master
n 1 × CD / Tape input (pair of RCA socket)
n 1 × recording output (pair of RCA socket)
n 1 × line output (1/4" phone jack, unbalanced)
n 1 × sub output (1/4" phone jack, unbalanced)
n 2 × passive speaker included

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4 Installation

Installation

NOTICE!
Danger of short circuit

Switching on phantom power will damage the device if unbalanced XLR cables
are connected.

Only turn on phantom power when exclusively balanced XLR cables are con‐
nected.

Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the
equipment packaging. To fully protect the product against vibration, dust and moisture during
transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable
for transport or storage, respectively.

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Installation

Create all connections while the device is o. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for
all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards.

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5 Connections and controls

Front panel

Connections and controls

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Connections and controls

1 Microphone input, designed as XLR socket, 3-pin, balanced

2 Line input, designed as 1/4" phone jack, unbalanced

3 [BASS]

Rotary control to adjust the low frequencies of the respective channel

4 [TREBLE]

Rotary control to adjust the high frequencies of the respective channel

5 [LEVEL]

Rotary control for adjusting the volume of the respective channel

6 [EFFECT]

Rotary control to adjust the signal portion sent to the internal eects section

7 [DIGITAL DELAY]

The signal of all input channels is sent subject to each EFFECT control through the built-in digital delay and then to
the speaker output.

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[LEVEL]

Rotary control to adjust the eect section's volume. Turn the control to the right to increase the eect.

[TIME]

Rotary control to adjust the delay time. Turn the control to the right to increase the interval.

[REPEAT]

Rotary control to set the delay duration. Turn the control to the right to increase the duration.

8 [USB / SD DIGITAL PLAYER]

To play MP3 music les from an SD card or USB stick

9 [SD]

SD card slot

10 [USB]

USB connection socket

11 [GRAPHIC EQUALIZER]

The signal of all input channels is sent through the equalizer and then to the speaker output.

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12 [MASTER]

Master rotary control to adjust the sum level at the speaker outputs

13 [TAPE IN]

Rotary control to adjust the signal strength of [CD/TAPE IN].

14 [REC OUT]

Output for connection to a tape deck, a computer sound card or a portable recorder; the signal reects the speaker
output signal.

15 [CD/TAPE IN]

Input for external device, designed as a pair of RCA sockets

16 [SUB OUT]

This output is designed as a 1/4" phone socket and provides the master line level signal with a crossover frequency of
120 Hz for an powered bass speaker

17 [LINE OUT]

Line output, designed as 1/4" phone socket, mono, unbalanced; the master line level signal is provided here.

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18 [LINE IN]

Line input, designed as 1/4" phone jack, mono, unbalanced; turn o the device volume before connecting a device
here.

19 Line input, designed as a pair of RCA sockets.

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Connections and controls

Display

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Connections and controls

20 Display

21 [MODE]

Selection of audio source (USB stick or SD card). Press the button for 2 seconds to activate the display.

22 [EQ]

Press this button to navigate through the digital equalizer presets you can apply to the tune: ‘Pop’ , ‘Rock’, ‘Jazz’,

‘Classic’ , ‘Normal’. The equalizer can only be used when playing MP3 les from the connected USB stick or from the

connected SD card, not with other audio sources or inputs.

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Press this button to navigate through repeat mode options: ‘Random’ , ‘Single’, ‘All’.

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Selects the next track for playback.

25

Selects the previous track for playback.

26 [V–]

Press and hold the button to decrease the volume of the media player.

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27 [V+]

Press and hold the button to increase the volume of the media player.

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Stops playback.

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Starts or pauses playback.

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Rear panel

Connections and controls

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Connections and controls

30 [AC VOLTAGE]

Selector switch for power supply voltage.

31 [SPEAKER]

2 × 1/4" phone socket, mono, unbalanced, for connecting the two supplied passive speakers.

When using 2 speakers per output at the same time, use speakers with 8 Ω impedance.

When using only one speaker, use a 4 Ω speaker.

32 [POWER]

Main switch to turn the device on and o.

33 [INPUT]

IEC chassis plug with fuse holder

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Technical specications

6 Technical specications

Input connections Voltage supply IEC chassis plug C14 with fuse holder

Signal input 6 × XLR panel socket, 3-pin (balanced)

6 × 1/4" jack socket (unbalanced)

Line input 1 × 1/4" jack socket (unbalanced)

CD/Tape input 1 × pair of RCA sockets

Output connections Speaker output 2 × 1/4" jack socket (unbalanced)

Line output 1 × 1/4" jack socket (unbalanced)

Sub output 1 × 1/4" jack socket (unbalanced)

Rec output 1 × pair of RCA sockets

Power consumption 200 W

Supply voltage (selectable)

Fuse for 110 V 5 mm × 20 mm, 3,15 A, 250 V, slow-blow

110 V 60 Hz or 230 V 50 Hz

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Technical specications

for 230 V 5 mm × 20 mm, 1,25 A, 250 V, slow-blow

Dimensions (W × H × D) 395 mm × 230 mm × 200 mm

Weight 7.0 kg

Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C

Relative humidity 50 %, non-condensing

Further information

Design Suitcase shape

19" rack-mountable No

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Plug and connection assignment

Introduction

Balanced and unbalanced trans‐
mission

This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐
ment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured.

Please note these advices, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a
plug ts into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed power amp, a short
circuit or ‘just’ in poor transmission quality!

Unbalanced transmission is mainly used in semi-professional environment and in hi use.
Instrument cables with two conductors (one core plus shielding) are typical representatives of
the unbalanced transmission. One conductor is ground and shielding while the signal is trans‐
mitted through the core.

Unbalanced transmission is susceptible to electromagnetic interference, especially at low
levels, such as microphone signals and when using long cables.

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Plug and connection assignment

1/4" TS phone plug (mono,
unbalanced)

In a professional environment, therefore, the balanced transmission is preferred, because this
enables an undisturbed transmission of signals over long distances. In addition to the conduc‐
tors ‘Ground’ and ‘Signal’, in a balanced transmission a second core is added. This also transfers
the signal, but phase-shifted by 180°.

Since the interference aects both cores equally, by subtracting the phase-shifted signals, the
interfering signal is completely neutralized. The result is a pure signal without any noise inter‐
ference.

1 Signal

2 Ground, shielding

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1/4" TRS phone plug (mono, bal‐
anced)

XLR plug (balanced)

Plug and connection assignment

1 Signal (in phase, +)

2 Signal (out of phase, –)

3 Ground

1 Ground, shielding

2 Signal (in phase, +)

3 Signal (out of phase, –)

4 Shielding on plug housing (option)

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Plug and connection assignment

RCA connection

Drawing and table indicate the pin assignment of an RCA plug.

1 Signal

2 Ground, shielding

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8 Protecting the environment

Disposal of the packaging mate‐
rial

For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been
chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling.

Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of.

Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that
they are collected for recycling. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.

Disposal of your old device

This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive
(WEEE) in its currently valid version. Do not dispose with your normal household waste.

Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal rm or through your local waste
facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your
country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.

Protecting the environment

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Notes

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Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de