PRO MIXER VMX1000

When in “STEREO” mode, use the MIX control to determine which signal is heard on the headphones. When MIX is in its left-most position (PFL), you can only hear the headphone signal selected previously using the PFL keys

of the input channels (see ). When MIX is in its rightmost position (MAIN), you can only hear the MAIN audio signal. Placing the MIX control somewhere in between those two extreme positions determines the volume ratio of the two signals. If the MODE switch is in its “SPLIT” position

(see ), the (PFL) MIX control has no function.The VOL control determines the volume of the headphone signal.2.5 XPQ 3D surround function

The XPQ 3D surround function is a built-in effect that gives your music a nice finishing touch, making every performance truly memorable. By widening the stereo base, the sound comes through more alive and transparent. Using the XPQ ON switch activates the XPQ 3D surround function (corresponding

LED is lit) and the XPQ control determines the intensity of the effect.2.6 Effects loop

Using the RET control, you determine the volume of the effects signal that can be brought in at the RETURN input

on the rear (see ). To get the effects signal, you need to connect the inputs of an effects unit to the SEND outputs

(see ) of your VMX1000. The outputs of the effects unit are then connected to the RETURN inputs of your mixer.

2.7 CROSSFADER sectionThe VCA CONTROLLED CROSSFADER is used to cross

fade between the selected channels (see ). The crossfader used in the VMX1000 is a professional 45-mm fader.

Use the CF CURVE control to modify the control character of the crossfader between linear and logarythmic in an infinite number of steps. When in linear characteristic mode, the crossfader fades equally in each segment of its movement range; in the logarythmic characteristic mode, volume control is concentrated to the outer segment of the fader’s range of motion.

Use the ASSIGN A and ASSIGN B rotary switches to determine which input signals are routed to the A and B sides of the CROSSFADER. With ASSIGN A, channels 1 through 4 can be selected; with ASSIGN B, channels 2 through 5. Then, you can alternate between these two

channels using the CROSSFADER (see ).2.8 AUTO BPM COUNTER

The integrated auto BPM counter is an extremely useful feature. It ensures smooth transition from one track to the next. It can calculate the tempos of various tracks in BPM (beats per minute). Both BPM counter sections are identical and both show the BPM value of the two stereo channels routed to the crossfader.

The tempo of the track assigned by using the ASSIGN A or

ASSIGN B keys is shown in the respective DISPLAY . Several tempo changes in one track would produce a constant display of various BPM values and thus lead to unnecessary confusion. That’s why each beat counter section has a SYNC

LOCK button that can be used during the song to limit the range of possible tempo values. This makes sense if the counter has already calculated a realistic value. You can do the same

manually with the BEAT ASSIST button . Push this button at least three times in sync with the song’s tempo, and the tempo you tapped appears in the DISPLAY. The BEAT ASSIST and SYNC LOCK buttons are each equipped with a LED.

To exit SYNC LOCK or BEAT ASSIST mode, simply press the SYNC LOCK key in both channels once again.

+When no signal is present (or when the signal level is too low), the BPM display shows only dashes. When the signal is present but can not be identified, the display shows 160 BPM and then shows the dashes. The beat counter then attempts to get another readout. Therefore, “160” BPM is no usable value; rather, it is simply an error message when the signal can not be analyzed.

2.9 Connections

These are the LINE and CD inputs respectively, used for connecting tape decks, CD or MD players etc. Unlike other channels, channels 4 and 5 feature two line inputs.

The PHONO inputs for channels 1 through 3 are intended for connecting turntables. Channels 1 through 3 can be

switched over to line level (see ).

Using the PHONO/LINE switches, you can change the input sensitivity of the PHONO inputs on channels 1 through 3 to line level (switch pressed). This way, you can even connect a tape deck or a CD player to the PHONO inputs.

+IMPORTANT: Always pay attention to the correct position of the PHONO/LINE switch when connecting a line level signal to a phono input. The switch must be in its pressed position (LINE)! Otherwise, overdriving may lead to permanent damage to the phono input.

The GND connectors are used for grounding turntables.

The MIC AUX signal, adjustable using the AUX controls on the microphone channels (see ), is laid out at this SEND jack connector. For example, the input of an external reverb can be connected here.

An external stereo effects signal can be fed back into the VMX1000 using the RETURN L/R jack connectors. If you connect a mono effects signal, you need to use the left RETURN L connector. The effect volume can only be adjusted on the output control of the effects unit.

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The balanced MAIN 1 XLR outputs are used for connecting a power amplifier. Use the VOL 1 control to adjust the

volume (see ).

Hitting the MONO key changes the stereo MAIN 1 output signal into a mono signal. Doing this makes sense when you for example use your PRO MIXER in large rooms where the speakers are placed far from each other. A stereo signal would have a disrupting effect, since the speakers each transmit a somewhat different signal. If you press MONO, an identical signal is transmitted to both

MAIN 1 outputs. The BAL 1 control (see ) has no function here.

You can connect an additional amplifier to the SUBWOOFER output in order to drive a passive subwoofer. If you wish to use an active subwoofer, connect it directly to this output. Either way, you get more bass power out of your music.

Use the LEVEL control to adjust the volume of the SUBWOOFER output signal.

Use the X/O control to adjust the upper cut-off frequency of the SUBWOOFER signal (adjustable between 30 and

200Hz). All frequencies with values below the cut-off frequency will be reproduced.

2. CONTROL ELEMENTS

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