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: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
24.09.2019, ID: 471921

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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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
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 Use the search function in the electronic version to nd the topics of
interest for you quickly.
Online guides Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics
and terms.
Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline.
Service If you have any problems with the device the customer service will
gladly assist you.
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1.2 Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:
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.
Letterings
Displays
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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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2 Safety instructions
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.
Intended use
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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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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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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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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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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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3 Features
n6-channel power mixer with 2 × 80 W RMS
nBuilt-in media player for MP3 les from USB stick or SD card
n6 × microphone input (XLR chassis socket, 3-pin, balanced)
n6 × line input (1/4" phone jack, unbalanced)
n1 × line input (pair of RCA socket)
nBluetooth audio streaming
n2-band EQ in mono channels
n5-band graphic equalizer for master
n1 × CD / Tape input (pair of RCA socket)
n1 × recording output (pair of RCA socket)
n1 × line output (1/4" phone jack, unbalanced)
n1 × sub output (1/4" phone jack, unbalanced)
n2 × passive speaker included
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4 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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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
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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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