Dynacord 1000-3 User Manual
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1 Introduction
The PowerMate compact power mixers incorporate pro-
found know-how, based on our research, development
and inter-communication with our customers in the pro-
fessional audio market, for decades. With a PowerMate
you own a power mixer that offers a wide range of func-
tionality in a very compact frame. Forget about the trou-
bling experiences with cabling and matching mixers,
amplifiers, FX units, and equalizers. You now own a de-
vice with optimally matched components. The mixer’s er-
gonomic console shape and clearly structured controls
provide perfect overview for instant access at all times. A
gooseneck litlight can be easily plugged into the provided
socket to compensate for insufficient lighting conditions.
Also during the transport you will quickly learn to appre-
ciate the PowerMate’s superiority: recessed handles on
the sides, compact dimensions and low weight, plus the
sturdy cover that protects the controls from being dam-
aged. However, if you would rather like to install your
PowerMate 1000 in a 19” rack shelf, no problem. The only
thing you have to do is to replace the plastic side panels
by a pair of metal rack mount ears.Through its multiple
functions, its high dynamic capacity, and extremely low-
noise design in combination with its 24-bit Dual-Stereo
effect unit, DIGITAL AUDIO INTERFACE and the high-per-
formance power amplifier, the PowerMate is best
equipped for universal use. No matter, whether on-stage,
in a home recording environment or in a permanent in-
stallation, your PowerMate is the ideal partner to meet
your expectations of a professional audio device – effec-
tive and reliable. Of course, you want to install and oper-
ate your new PowerMate as quickly as possible.
Nevertheless, please take the time to do this by means of
this user’s manual. Starting with input channels, effects
and master areas up to the power amp, every section is
explained systematically and in detail within this owner’s
manual. Through the careful perception of the manual
you will learn about all functions and find some useful
and practical tips for the daily operation of the PowerMa-
te. Even more important, you will find some adjustment
guidelines that should be painstakingly carried out; plus
the description of a typical sound reinforcement installa-
tion, a block diagram, specifications, connection guide-
lines, etc.…
So, take your time and keep on reading.
found know-how, based on our research, development
and inter-communication with our customers in the pro-
fessional audio market, for decades. With a PowerMate
you own a power mixer that offers a wide range of func-
tionality in a very compact frame. Forget about the trou-
bling experiences with cabling and matching mixers,
amplifiers, FX units, and equalizers. You now own a de-
vice with optimally matched components. The mixer’s er-
gonomic console shape and clearly structured controls
provide perfect overview for instant access at all times. A
gooseneck litlight can be easily plugged into the provided
socket to compensate for insufficient lighting conditions.
Also during the transport you will quickly learn to appre-
ciate the PowerMate’s superiority: recessed handles on
the sides, compact dimensions and low weight, plus the
sturdy cover that protects the controls from being dam-
aged. However, if you would rather like to install your
PowerMate 1000 in a 19” rack shelf, no problem. The only
thing you have to do is to replace the plastic side panels
by a pair of metal rack mount ears.Through its multiple
functions, its high dynamic capacity, and extremely low-
noise design in combination with its 24-bit Dual-Stereo
effect unit, DIGITAL AUDIO INTERFACE and the high-per-
formance power amplifier, the PowerMate is best
equipped for universal use. No matter, whether on-stage,
in a home recording environment or in a permanent in-
stallation, your PowerMate is the ideal partner to meet
your expectations of a professional audio device – effec-
tive and reliable. Of course, you want to install and oper-
ate your new PowerMate as quickly as possible.
Nevertheless, please take the time to do this by means of
this user’s manual. Starting with input channels, effects
and master areas up to the power amp, every section is
explained systematically and in detail within this owner’s
manual. Through the careful perception of the manual
you will learn about all functions and find some useful
and practical tips for the daily operation of the PowerMa-
te. Even more important, you will find some adjustment
guidelines that should be painstakingly carried out; plus
the description of a typical sound reinforcement installa-
tion, a block diagram, specifications, connection guide-
lines, etc.…
So, take your time and keep on reading.
1.1 Scope of Delivery, Unpacking and
Inspection
Inspection
Open the packaging and take out the PowerMate. Re-
move the FX unit display‘s protective foil. Inspect the
PowerMate‘s enclosure for damages that might have oc-
cured during transportation. Each PowerMate is exam-
ined and tested in detail before leaving the manufacturing
site to ensure that it arrives in perfect condition at your
move the FX unit display‘s protective foil. Inspect the
PowerMate‘s enclosure for damages that might have oc-
cured during transportation. Each PowerMate is exam-
ined and tested in detail before leaving the manufacturing
site to ensure that it arrives in perfect condition at your
place. Please inform the transport company immediately
if the PowerMate shows any damage. Being the address-
ee, you are the only person who can claim damages in
transit. Keep the cardboard box and all packaging mate-
rials for inspection by the transport company. Keeping
the cardboard box including all packing materials is also
recommended, if the PowerMate shows no external dam-
ages.
if the PowerMate shows any damage. Being the address-
ee, you are the only person who can claim damages in
transit. Keep the cardboard box and all packaging mate-
rials for inspection by the transport company. Keeping
the cardboard box including all packing materials is also
recommended, if the PowerMate shows no external dam-
ages.
CAUTION:
Do not ship the PowerMate in any other
than its original packaging.
than its original packaging.
Packing the PowerMate like it was packed by the manu-
facturer guarantees optimum protection from transport
damage.
facturer guarantees optimum protection from transport
damage.
1.2 Warranty
Visit www.dynacord.com for warranty information.
1.3 Installation and Connections
Do not cover the ventilation louvers in the bottom plate
of the appliance. Always place the PowerMate on an even
surface to allow for sufficient airflow during the opera-
tion. The device is equipped with electronically control-
led ventilators to protect the power amplifier against
thermal overload. The direction of the airflow is front-to-
rear. Fresh, cold air enters the mixer at its lower front
side and warm air leaves the device through the ventila-
tion louvers in the rear panel. Do not cover the frontal or
the rear ventilation louvers. Otherwise the PowerMate
automatically reduces the output power or enters protect
mode to prevent thermal overload. While the protect
mode prevents that the device is being damaged, regular
operation is impossible during the period of time it is ac-
tivated. In case the PowerMate is installed in a 19” rack
system (vertically), you have to allow at least 2 HU of free
space above and 1 HU below the mixer. Of course you can
cover the empty space with special blind plates that also
have ventilation louvers.
Before establishing the mains supply connection, please
make sure that the device matches the voltage and fre-
quency of your local mains supply. Check the label next
to the mains switch.
For a secure connection the SPEAKER OUTPUTS on the
rear panel of the PowerMate are provided through profes-
sional standard high-performance Speakon connectors.
The pin assignment of these sockets is 1+ (hot) and 1-
(cold).
of the appliance. Always place the PowerMate on an even
surface to allow for sufficient airflow during the opera-
tion. The device is equipped with electronically control-
led ventilators to protect the power amplifier against
thermal overload. The direction of the airflow is front-to-
rear. Fresh, cold air enters the mixer at its lower front
side and warm air leaves the device through the ventila-
tion louvers in the rear panel. Do not cover the frontal or
the rear ventilation louvers. Otherwise the PowerMate
automatically reduces the output power or enters protect
mode to prevent thermal overload. While the protect
mode prevents that the device is being damaged, regular
operation is impossible during the period of time it is ac-
tivated. In case the PowerMate is installed in a 19” rack
system (vertically), you have to allow at least 2 HU of free
space above and 1 HU below the mixer. Of course you can
cover the empty space with special blind plates that also
have ventilation louvers.
Before establishing the mains supply connection, please
make sure that the device matches the voltage and fre-
quency of your local mains supply. Check the label next
to the mains switch.
For a secure connection the SPEAKER OUTPUTS on the
rear panel of the PowerMate are provided through profes-
sional standard high-performance Speakon connectors.
The pin assignment of these sockets is 1+ (hot) and 1-
(cold).
HINT: Using original Neutrik connectors (e.g. NL4FC)
is recommended for optimal audio quality.
• 1 PowerMate
• 1 Owner‘s Manual (this document)
• 1 Quickstart Manual
• 1 Mains Cord (2 meters)
• 1 Warranty Certificate including Safety Instructions
• 1 DVD with USB driver, documentation, software,...
• 1 Owner‘s Manual (this document)
• 1 Quickstart Manual
• 1 Mains Cord (2 meters)
• 1 Warranty Certificate including Safety Instructions
• 1 DVD with USB driver, documentation, software,...