tronios PDM-Series Powered Music Mixers Instruction Manual

: June 9, 2024
: TRONIOS

Table of Contents

tronios PDM-Series Powered Music Mixers
SAFETY INSTRUCTION
UNPACKING INSTRUCTION
CONTROL ELEMENTS
CABLE CONNECTIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
References
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SAFETY INSTRUCTION

Congratulations to the purchase of this Power Dynamics product. Please read this manual thoroughly prior to using the unit in order to benefit fully from all features.
Read the manual prior to using the unit. Follow the instructions in order not to invalidate the warranty. Take all precautions to avoid fire and/or electrical shock. Repairs must only be carried out by a qualified technician in order to avoid electrical shock. Keep the manual for future reference.

Prior to using the unit, please ask advice from a specialist. When the unit is switched on for the first time, some smell may occur. This is normal and will disappear after a while.
The unit contains voltage-carrying parts. Therefore do NOT open the housing.
Do not place metal objects or pour liquids into the unit This may cause electrical shock and malfunction.
Do not place the unit near heat sources such as radiators, etc. Do not place the unit on a vibrating surface. Do not cover the ventilation holes.
The unit is not suitable for continuous use.
Be careful with the mains lead and do not damage it. A faulty or damaged mains lead can cause electrical shock and malfunction.
When unplugging the unit from a mains outlet, always pull the plug, never the lead.
Do not plug or unplug the unit with wet hands.
If the plug and/or the mains lead are damaged, they need to be replaced by a qualified technician.
If the unit is damaged to such an extent that internal parts are visible, do NOT plug the unit into a mains outlet and DO NOT switch the unit on. Contact your dealer. Do NOT connect the unit to a rheostat or dimmer.
To avoid fire and shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain and moisture.
All repairs should be carried out by a qualified technician only.
Connect the unit to an earthed mains outlet (220-240Vac/50Hz) protected by a 10-16A fuse.
During a thunderstorm or if the unit will not be used for a longer period of time, unplug it from the mains. The rule is: Unplug it from the mains when not in use.
If the unit has not been used for a longer period of time, condensation may occur. Let the unit reach room temperature before you switch it on. Never use the unit in humid rooms or outdoors.
To prevent accidents in companies, you must follow the applicable guide lines and follow instructions.
Do not repeatedly switch the fixture on and off. This shortens the life time.
Keep the unit out of the reach of children. Do not leave the unit unattended.
Do not use cleaning sprays to clean switches. The residues of these sprays cause deposits of dust and grease. In case of malfunction, always seek advice from a specialist.
Do not force the controls.
This unit is with speaker inside which can cause magnetic field. Keep this unit at least 60cm away from computer or TV.
This unit is with built-in lead-acid rechargeable battery. Please recharge the battery every 3 months if you are not going to use the unit for a long period of time. Or the battery may be damaged.
If the battery is damaged please replace with same specifications battery. And dispose the damaged battery environment friendly.
If the unit has fallen, always have it checked by a qualified technician before you switch the unit on again.
Do not use chemicals to clean the unit. They damage the varnish. Only clean the unit with a dry cloth.
Keep away from electronic equipment that may cause interference.
Only use original spares for repairs, otherwise serious damage and/or dangerous radiation may occur.
Switch the unit off prior to unplugging it from the mains and/or other equipment. Unplug all leads and cables prior to moving the unit.
Make sure that the mains lead cannot be damaged when people walk on it. Check the mains lead before every use for damages and faults!
The mains voltage is 220-240Vac/50Hz. Check if power outlet match. If you travel, make sure that the mains voltage of the country is suitable for this unit.
Keep the original packing material so that you can transport the unit in safe conditions.

This mark attracts the attention of the user to high voltages that are present inside the housing and that are of sufficient magnitude to cause a shock hazard.
This mark attracts the attention of the user to important instructions that are contained in the manual and that he should read and adhere to.
The unit has been certified CE. It is prohibited to make any changes to the unit. They would invalidate the CE certificate and their guarantee!
NOTE: To make sure that the unit will function normally, it must be used in rooms with a temperature between 5°C/41°F and 35°C/95°F.
Electric products must not be put into household waste. Please bring them to a recycling centre. Ask your local authorities or your dealer about the way to proceed. The specifications are typical. The actual values can slightly change from one unit to the other. Specifications can be changed without prior notice.

Do not attempt to make any repairs yourself. This would invalid your warranty. Do not make any changes to the unit. This would also invalid your warranty. The warranty is not applicable in case of accidents or damages caused by inappropriate use or disrespect of the warnings contained in this manual. Power Dynamics cannot be held responsible for personal injuries caused by a disrespect of the safety recommendations and warnings. This is also applicable to all damages in whatever form.

UNPACKING INSTRUCTION

CAUTION! Immediately upon receiving the product, carefully unpack the carton, check the contents to ensure that all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the shipper immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damage from shipping or the package itself shows signs of mishandling. Save the package and all packing materials. In the event that the product must be returned to the factory, it is important that the product be returned in the original factory box and packing.
If the device has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation (e.g. after transportation), do not switch it on immediately. The arising condensation water might damage your device. Leave the device switched off until it has reached room temperature.

POWERSUPPLY
On the label on the backside of the product is indicated on this type of power supply must be connected. Check that the mains voltage corresponds to this, all other voltages than specified, the product be irreparably damaged. The product must also be directly connected to the mains and may be used. No dimmer or adjustable power supply.

Always connect the device to a protected circuit (circuit breaker or fuse). Make sure the device has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire.

CONTROL ELEMENTS

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Microphone Input
Balanced XLR input jacks.
LINE Input
Balanced 6.3mm (¼”) jack line inputs. You can connect either balanced or unbalanced phone plugs to these jacks.
TRIM Control
Adjusts the input signal level. To get the best balance between the S/N ratio and the dynamic range, adjust the gain so that the peak indicator (8) lights only occasionally and briefly on the highest input transients. The +10dB to +60dB scale is the MIC input adjustment range. The +10dB to -40db scale is the line input adjustment range.
3-BandsEqualizer
Three-band equalizer adjusts the channel’s high, mid and low frequency bands. Setting the knob to the “O” position produces a fiat response in the corresponding band. Turning the knob to the right boosts the corresponding frequency band, while turning to the left attenuates the band.
FX Control
Adjusts the effect signal level.
PAN Control
The PAN control determines the position of the channel signal within the stereo image. When working with subgroups, you can use the PAN control to assign the signal to just one output, which gives you additional flexibility in recording situations.
ON/OFF Switch
Turn this switch on to send the signal to master. The switch lights when on.
Peak LED
The peak-led lights up when the input signal is driven too high. If this happens, back off the TRIM control and, if necessary, check the setting of the channel EQ.
Solo Switch
The solo switch is used to route the channel signal to the solo bus (Solo In Place) or to the PFL bus (Pre Fader Listen). This enables you to listen to a channel signal without affecting the main output signal.
Channel Fader
Adjusts the level if the channel signal. Use these faders to adjust the balance between the various channels.
Line Input
These RCA jacks input for stereo sound source. Use this jacks when you want to connect a CD player directly to the mixer.
Line Output
These RCA jacks can be connected to an external recorder.
FX Output
The FX output jacks carries the master aux mix (from the channel FX controls). You can connect this to an external effects device to process the FX bus. The processed FX-signal can then be brought from the effects device back into the stereo Return jacks.
Returns stereo
The stereo aux return jacks generally serve as the return for the effects mix (created using the post-fader aux sends) by connecting the output of an external effects device.
Main Out
The XLR jacks deliver the mixer’s stereo output. You use these jacks, for example, to connect to the power amplifier driving your main speakers.
Effect Display
Show the kind of effect.
Program Dial
You can select the effect preset by turning the program control. The display flashes with the number of the current preset. To recall the selected preset, press on the button; the flashing stops. You can also recall the selected preset with the foot switch.
FX Control
The FX-Output jacks carries the master aux mix (from the channel’s FX controls). You can connect this to an external effects device to process the FX bus.
Repeat Control
Adjusts the parameter (depth, speed, etc.) for the selected effect.
7-Bands Equalizer
The graphic stereo equalizer allows you to tailor the sound to the room acoustics.
Aux return Stereo
Adjusts the level at which the signal received at the return jacks (L and R), is sent to the stereo L/R bus.
Line In control
Adjusts the level of the signal sent from RCA Line in jacks (12).
Headphone Level
Use this control to adjust the output level of headphone.
FX Fader
Control effect input signal level.
MP3/BT Fader
Control the volume of MP3 and BT.
Main Mix Fader
Control the output level of the main mix.
USB Port
USB: can be play through U-DISK
MP3 Display
Show the MP3 time, song name and other play instruction.
MP3/BT Command
- STOP: Press shortly to stop playing. Press for seconds for recording, also press 2 seconds to stop recording.
- PREV / NEXT: Turning the program control.
- PLAY: Press the program control knob.
- REP: Repeating of single track or all tracks.
- Two-band equalizer adjusts the high and low frequency of MP3/BT-player.
Phantom +48V
This switch toggles phantom power on and off. When the switch is on the mixer supplies +48V phantom power to all channels that have XLR input jacks. Turn this switch on when using one or more phantom-powered condenser microphones.
Power indicator
This indicator lights when the mixer power is on.
48V Indicator
The red +48V LED lights up when phantom power is switched on. Phantom power is required to operate condenser microphones.
VU-Meter
Displays the signal of output.
NOTE: The “0” segment corresponds to the nominal output level. The peak indicator lights up red when the output reaches the clipping level.
BT-Function
Contact mobile phone or tablet. Connecting: Press the “contact switch” for two seconds, then the signal LED light up, use your mobile phone or tablet and choose “MIXER-01” BT-connection.
Headphone
6.3mm (¼”) input jack for connecting a headphone.