Loudspeakers PMC6-2 Active Studio Monitors User Guide

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SAFETY

1. Read and keep these instructions.

2. Heed all warnings and follow all instructions.

3. Water or liquids — Monitors should not be exposed to drips or splashes. Nor should objects filled with liquids, such as flower vases, be placed upon them.

4. Clean only with a dry non-abrasive cloth. Do not use solvents, abrasives, waxes or liquids as they may be detrimental to the cabinet finish.

5. Do not inhibit al-flow around the unit. A free flow of air behind the loudspeaker is necessary to maintain sufficient cooling. A minimum of 80mm (3-inches) is required.

6. Installing these speakers into soffits may cause overheating and will invalidate the product warranty.

7. Do not install near heat sources eg: direct sunlight, radiators or other apparatus that produce heat.

8. This unit must be Earthed:
   • The unit is supplied with a suitable mains cable. If in doubt contact your PMC retailer/distributor.
   • Do not use the loudspeaker with an unearthed mains cable or an unearthed mains connection as this may compromise electrical safety.

9. Protect the power cad from being walked on or pinched, particularly at inlets and outlets.

10. The amplifier is not disconnected from the mains supply unless the power cord is removed from the unit or the mains outlet.

11. Unplug this unit during lightning storms or when unused for long periods.

12. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the unit has been damaged in any way, produces abnormal odors, has been exposed to liquids, rain, or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

13. Ensure the loudspeakers do not tip/fall and cause injury or damage. Only use with accessories and brackets specified by PMC, and ensure all stands and fittings are safe and secure.

14. These monitors can produce high sound pressure levels (SPLs). Exposure to high SPLs has the potential to cause hearing damage. Adjust the system’s sound pressure level to remain within safe limits.

15. Powerful magnets employed in these loudspeakers may have a detrimental effect on magnetically sensitive items if placed too close, such as CRT televisions, audio/videotape, and cassettes.

16. Disconnect the speaker from the mains supply before removing an expansion card or the expansion card blanking cover. Ensure that an expansion card or the expansion card blanking cover is fitted and secured in place before reconnecting the speaker to the mains supply.

17. Only use in non-tropical climate areas and below an altitude of 2000m.

18. Warning! This is a Class-A device. This device may cause interference in residential areas; in this case, the operator may be required to take appropriate measures.

19. Packaging can pose a danger to the young and vulnerable. Ensure these items are stored or disposed of safely, and in accordance with your local legislation.

20. PMC has made every effort to provide accurate installation information and good-quality fixings. However, PMC will not be held responsible or liable for injuries or property damage (direct, indirect, or consequential) arising out of the use or inability to use this product safely and properly.

21. The manufacturing date code of this product is marked on the rear of the product in the format WW/YYYY.

CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS

6-2
8-2
8 SUB
8-2 SUB

1. Analogue & Digital Input XLR Accepts either analog or AES3 digital input signals. The input source is set through the rotary encoders 0 or the SoundAlign interface. If set to analog but fed with an AES3 input signal a low-level pink noise will be heard. This will not cause harm.
2. Digital Output XLR AES3 digital output for daisy-chaining this speakers’ audio input to another speaker.
3. LCD Screen The top row indicates the PARAMETER and the bottom row displays the VALUE of that parameter.
4. Rotary Encoders Used to modify the speaker’s settings. Rotate the top encoder to change to a different PARAMETER. Rotate the bottom encoder to modify the parameter VALUE.
5. Network Connector RJ-45 Ethernet connector for network control of the speaker’s settings using the SoundAlign interface. SoundAlign can be accessed by navigating to http://soundalign.local/or the speaker’s IP address (shown on the LCD screen) in a browser. See the full manual for more details.
6. Power Switch This switches the speaker on or off, but doesn’t isolate it from the mains supply. I = ON, 0 = OFF
7. Expansion Card Slot Expansion card slot for future connection options. Disconnect the speaker from the mains supply before installing or removing an expansion card. Ensure the expansion card or blanking plate is securely fitted before connecting the speaker to the main supply.
8. Power Inlet Universal mains input 100 to 240VAC. An Earthed (three-wire) mains cable must be used.

POSITIONING

Acoustic Centres
The acoustic center is the reference point for aligning these loudspeakers, as shown by the **+** symbol.

NB: The PMC6 model features an entirely unique `adaptive crossover´. The speaker can detect whether it has been placed in a portrait or landscape configuration and automatically adapts its crossover accordingly.

Speaker Placement
Avoid placing objects in front of the loudspeakers as this will degrade the stereo imaging and tonal balance.

Vertical Angle
Position or angle the loudspeakers to align the acoustic center with the listener’s ears.

STEREO & SURROUND POSITIONING

For a stereo array, place the loudspeakers at two corners of an equilateral triangle. The toe-in angle of the speakers can be adjusted to optimize the stereo image as illustrated.
NB: Place the speakers as symmetrically as possible within the room to maximize the stereo imaging and provide the most even tonal balance.

There is a variety of recommended speaker position and angle specifications for different surround sound and immersive arrays. In general, though, all of the loudspeakers should be aimed directly at the listening position. It is also vital to maintain an asymmetrical arrangement, as shown below.

BOUNDARY EQUALISATION

Placing a speaker near a room boundary will increase its bass response. Four preset EQ curves are provided to compensate for this effect and maintain a flat, neutral response. The preset EQs are selectable via the encoders or SoundAlign network interface. The typical bass response for each speaker position before and after compensation is shown below (red = no compensation, green = correct response).

A. Free Space
More than 0.5m (20”) away from all walls/ceiling/floor (flat response – no compensation necessary)
B. Wall
Within 0.5m (20”) of one wall, but away from corners
C. Corner
Within 0.5m (20”) of two walls, or wall-ceiling / wall-floor
D. Tri-Corner
Within 0.5m (20”) of two walls and the ceiling or floor (Select Corner mode and add parametric EQ of -4dB LF Shelf @ 45Hz)

NB: All subs are already equalized for being placed on the floor. If a sub is positioned on the floor near one wall select ‘Wall’, if positioned on the floor near two walls select ‘Corner’.

Desk Filter
Console or desktop reflections can cause a narrow-band peak in the lower- mid frequency. This can be corrected with a Desk Filter EQ option which is accessed via the encoders 4 or the SoundAlign network interface.

CREATING AN XBD SYSTEM

Each of the full-range monitors can be combined with a sub to form an XBD system to increase bass extension and/or bass headroom. An XBD system provides better sonic integration than can be achieved with a conventional subwoofer. The XBD configurations and settings are shown below:

NB: The acoustic center (**+**) of the complete XBD system is defined by the master speaker as shown above. Please download the full user guide from the PMC website for further information on other control configurations.

SPECIFICATIONS

| PMC6| PMC6-2| PMC8-2
---|---|---|---
Type| Active 2-way reference monitor| Active 3-way reference monitor| Active 3-way reference monitor
Usable frequency response| 39Hz – 25kHz
(- 3dB) (@1m full space, on-axis)| 33Hz – 25kHz
(- 3dB) (@1m full space, on-axis)| 25Hz – 25kHz
(- 3dB) (@1m full space, on-axis)
Effective ATL™ length| 1.8m (5.9ft)| 2m (6.6ft)| 3m (9.8ft)
Drive unit complement| LF PMC 150mm (6”) new studio 6 driver
HF PMC 27mm (1”) soft-dome tweeter| LF 2 x PMC 150mm (6”) new studio 6 driver
MF PMC55 55mm (2”) soft dome mid-range
HF PMC 27mm (1”) soft-dome tweeter| LF 2 x PMC 200mm (8”) new studio 8 driver
MF PMC55 55mm (2”) soft dome mid-range
HF PMC 27mm (1”) soft-dome tweeter
Max continuous SPL| 106dB @1m| 109dB @1m| 113dB @1m
Max Peak SPL| 118dB @1m| 121dB @1m| 125dB @1m
Amplifi er Power per Channel| LF 1 x 200Wrms HF 1 x 200Wrms| LF 2 x 400Wrms        MF 1 x 400Wrms
HF 1 x 400Wrms| LF 2 x 400Wrms       MF 1 x 400Wrms
HF 1 x 400Wrms
Cabinet dimensions| H 400mm  W 215mm  D 372mm (portrait)
H 215mm  W 400mm  D 372mm (landscape)| H 400mm  W 430mm  D 372mm| H 534mm (21”)  W 551mm (21.7”) D 440mm
Weight| 11.1kg (24.4lbs) each| 21.3kg (47lbs) each| 39kg (86lbs) each
| PMC8 SUB| PMC8-2 SUB
---|---|---
Type| Active subwoofer| Active subwoofer
Usable frequency response| 25Hz – 500Hz
(- 3dB) (@1m full space, on-axis)| 25Hz – 500Hz
(- 3dB) (@1m full space, on-axis)
Effective ATL™ length| 3m (9.8ft)| 3m (9.8ft)
Drive unit| PMC 200mm (8”) new studio 8 driver| PMC 2 x 200mm (8”) new studio 8 drivers
Max continuous SPL| 109dB @1m| 115dB @1m
Max Peak SPL| 121dB @1m| 127dB @1m
Amplifi er Power per Channel| LF 300Wrms| LF 2 x 400Wrms
Cabinet dimensions| H 266mm  W 551mm  D 440mm| H 534mm  W 551mm  D 440mm
Weight| 18.5kg (40.8lbs) each| 37.5kg (82.7lbs) each

SHARED SPECIFICATIONS

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Mains power| 100 – 240VAC auto-switching, 50-60Hz
Available fi nishes| Studio black

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