Page 2 - C O N T E N T S; MOS; IMPORTANT SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS; For US and CANADA only:; IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
C O N T E N T S Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Input/Mono . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 3 - I N T R O D U C T I O N
First of all, we would like to thank you and congratulate you to your purchase of a DYNACORDpower mixer. The PowerMate compact power mixers incorporate profound Know-How, based on our research and developmentin the professional audio market as well as on the inter-communication with our clients, for...
Page 4 - MIC
1 . MIC Electronically balanced XLR-type inputs for the connection of low impedance microphones,likewise the ones that are featured in major studio and live mixing consoles. This type of inputstage provides extraordinary low noise signal conversion at an extremely low distortion rate (typical <00...
Page 5 - Note on how to adjust the input level:
3. INSERT Stereo phone jack with breaker function. The low impedance output is assigned to the tip (send)and the high impedance input (return) is assigned to the ring (body). This jack allows the connectionof external compressors, limiters, EQs, de-noisers, etc. into the corresponding channel’s sign...
Page 6 - Use the; LO; or “body” to the vocals. Use the; MID EQ
Sometimes it can be also very effective to combine the LO CUT filter with the VOICING filter. For instance to provide a “thin” voice with more “body”, without getting additional low pitched noise.Whenever the LO CUT is engaged, raising the bass level (LO EQ) provides you with a richersound, but no a...
Page 7 - Note on how to adjust the parametric EQ:
Adjustments in the MID range are certainly the most effective way to shape the sound. As a matterof fact, determining the correct center frequency is not always as easy as it seems. Here is onemethod – amongst others – how to quickly find the right setting of the parametric EQ for yourapplication. N...
Page 9 - I N P U T / S T E R E O
Since most features of the stereo inputs are virtually identical to the ones of the monaural inputs,we will not discuss their functioning in detail again. Thus, we only point out the differences andask you to refer to the analogous paragraphs in the first chapter of this owner’s manual. 14. MIC Like...
Page 12 - The actual selected preset number is displayed.
FX1/FX2 The PowerMate offers two independent, identical configured 18bit stereo effect units– FX1 and FX2. Each unit provides 99 program presets which are selected by theuse of the UP/DOWN buttons. The presets are divided according to the different effecttypes into seven different groups which are s...
Page 13 - Note on how to adjust the FX input signal:
29. AUX/FX SEND These rotary controls could also be defined as FX SEND master controls, since theyare used to adjust the overall level of the effect mix that you have established usingthe channel FX send controls. The AUX/FX SEND controls are used to set the inputlevels of the corresponding FX unit,...
Page 14 - A U X 3
Generally, the AUX3 channel is used as monitor bus. Depending on the setting of the AUX3 POSTswitch, it is also possible to configure the bus for the connection of an additional, external FX unit. 33. AUX3 SEND This output is meant for the connection of an external FX unit, a power amplifier or acti...
Page 15 - also by the MASTER faders’ setting.; OUTPUT; This control is used to adjust the headphone’s volume.; MONO MASTER VOLUME; Please consult your dealer for assistance.; P H O N E S + M O N O O U T + S T A N D B Y
38. MONO OUTPUT At the monaural output the summed L/R signal of the master is present. It can be used for additionalmonitoring, side fill and “next door” applications, or to establish a delay-line. CAUTION: The outputted signal is not only affected by the setting of the MONO OUT fader but also by th...
Page 16 - M A S T E R
43. STEREO RETURNS The stereo returns are used to route stereo signals (e. g. of an additional externalmixer, FX unit, etc.) to the master output.In case you want to connect a monaural device, please use only the L/MONOreturn connector. The monaural signal is internally routed to both channels. 44. ...
Page 18 - POWER AMP STATUS indicators; POWER ON
55. POWER AMP STATUS indicators These indicators are to inform you about the momentary operational statusof the PowerMate’s internal power amplifier. The POWER ON indicator is always lit when the PowerMate is in operational mode. If the LED is not lit after you have turned the power on, please makes...
Page 19 - he EQ ON switches activate the 7-band graphic EQs within the Power-
57. 7-BAND EQUALIZER T he EQ ON switches activate the 7-band graphic EQs within the Power- Mate’s master channels. The EQ’s insert point is post master fader and prepower amplifier. The EQ is bypassed when the EQ ON switch is not lockedin its “ON” position. The two graphic EQs provide seven frequenc...
Page 20 - POWER AMPLIFIER
59. PFL MASTER Engaging the master PFL-button, the PRE FADER stereo master signal isrouted to the headphones output. The volume of this signal is not affectedby the setting of the MASTER faders. 60. MASTER L + R Level controls to adjust the output signals of the left and right main outputs(MASTER). ...
Page 21 - SPEAKER OUTPUTS RIGHT / LEFT; . The DYNACORD accessory assortment includes all; which signifies that these terminals; POWER; mains switch to turn the PowerMate on or off.; R E A R P A N E L
SPEAKER OUTPUTS RIGHT / LEFT The PowerMate is equipped with professional SPEAKONconnectors, offering an electrical and mechanical secure con-nection which complies to all security regulations. It also allowsthe use of high quality speaker cables with a diameter of 4 x2.5mm 2 . The DYNACORD accessory...
Page 22 - S T A N D A R D I N S T A L L A T I O N
CABLING The mains supply cord comes with the PowerMate. The quality of all other cables lies in your responsibility. Carefullychosen high quality cables are the best precaution to prevent later problems during live operation. The followingwiring alternatives are recommended to provide a trouble free...
Page 23 - Setting up; the sound check and the later performance.
In this chapter we would like to explain to you how to install a typical sound reinforcement system in passiveconfiguration and incorporating stage monitor speakers. The necessary equipment is: 1 PowerMate 1000 1 Power amplifier for the monitor signal – for i. e. 2x250 watts 2 HI cabinets – i. e. 3-...
Page 24 - SOUND CHECK
• C o n n e c t t h e P o w e r M a t e ’ s A U X 3 S E N D w i t h t h e e x t e r n a l a m p l i f i e r ’ s i n p u t , u s i n g t h e B a l a n c e d N F - c a b l e w i t h t h e s t e r e o p h o n e p l u g o n o n e e n d a n d t h e X L R - t y p e c o n n e c t o r o n t h e o t h e r . ...
Page 25 - Repeat the steps 1 - 4 for all stereo input channels in use.; MAIN MIX; Position the master faders in the range between –30dB and –20dB.; MONITOR MIX
4. Starting from the center position, you can adjust the controls until the sound is to your liking. Please, keep in mind that major alteration of the EQ-setting does not necessarily result in the improvement of the overall sound. Especially when sound shaping is concerned, less can be more. 5. Repe...
Page 26 - M A S T E R P A T C H B A Y A N D I N S T A L L A T I O N A L T E R N A T I V E S
The patch field within the master section is referred to as MASTER PATCHBAY. The mixer’s LINE OUTPUTS, RETURNS, and INSERTS are to be found here. To provide you with a wide variety ofconnection possibilities, the MASTER INSERTS, MAIN OUTPUTS, EQ INPUTS and EQ OUTPUTS, POWER AMPINPUTS, and the AUX SE...
Page 27 - Monaural sound reinforcement with monitoring:
3. Using the internal power amplifier for monitoring or side-fill purposes: In case you want to use an external power amplifier to drive your main speaker systems, the internal power amplifiercan be used for monitoring and side-fill purposes. Use short patch-cables to connect the AUX3 OUTPUT with th...
Page 28 - Maximum amount of speakers in a passive configuration:
5. Maximum amount of speakers in a passive configuration: The PowerMate allows the maximal connection of three loudspeaker cabinets with an impedance of 8 ohms perchannel. In other words: the internal power amplifier is capable of driving a maximum of six 8 ohm speaker models.The following diagram s...
Page 29 - S P E C I F I C A T I O N S
Technical Specifications: 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, one channel driven, unless otherwise specified. Maximum Midband Output Power, 1 kHz, THD ≤ 1% Pow...
Page 30 - B L O C K D I A G R A M
Page 31 - A B M E S S U N G E N / D I M E N S I O N S
Abmessungen/Dimensions (in mm) A B M E S S U N G E N / D I M E N S I O N S 5 9
