Dynacord 1000 T R O D U C T I O N, Unpacking and Warranty, Installation and Connections

I N T R O D U C T I O N

First of all, we would like to thank you and congratulate you to your purchase of a DYNACORD power mixer.

The PowerMate compact power mixers incorporate profound Know-How, based on our research and development in the professional audio market as well as on the inter-communication with our clients, for decades. With a PowerMate you own a power mixer that offers a wide range of functionality in a very compact frame. All the troubling experiences with cabling and matching mixers, amplifiers, FX units, and equalizers is history. You now own a device with optimally matched components.

The mixer’s ergonomic shape and clearly structured controls allow instant access at all times. In case the console is operated in areas with insufficient lighting, a gooseneck lamp can be easily plugged into the provided socket. Also during the transport you will quickly learn to appreciate the PowerMate’s superiority: recessed handles on both sides, compact dimensions and low weight. In addition, a sturdy dust hood protects the controls against damaging. On the other hand, the PowerMate can be easily mounted in a 19" rack shelf. You just have 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 18bit-Dual-Stereo FX unit and the powerful amplifier, the PowerMate is best equipped for universal use. No matter, whether on-stage, in a home recording environment or in a permanent installation, DYNACORD’s PowerMate is the ideal partner to meet your expectations of a professional audio device – effective and reliable.

Of course, you want to operate your new PowerMate as quickly as possible. But please, take your time to read about all connections, functions, and controls, first. Every section is explained systematically and in detail within this owner’s manual: the input channels, the FX units and the master section as well as the built-in power amplifier. Through the careful perception of the manual you will learn a great deal about all functions and find some useful and practical tips for the daily operation of the PowerMate. Even more important, you will find some adjustment guidelines that should be painstakingly carried out; plus the description of a typical sound reinforcement installation, a block diagram, specifications, connection guidelines, etc.… So, take your time and keep on reading.

UNPACKING AND WARRANTY

Open the packaging and take out the PowerMate. Detach the FX unit displays’ protective foil. In addition to this owner’s manual you will find the mains supply cord and the warranty card. Please check, if the warranty registration form is filled out correctly. Only when this form is completed, you will be able to apply for warranty claims. We grant 36 months of warranty, starting with the date of purchase. Therefore, we would like to ask you to also keep the original certificate of purchase together with the warranty certificate.

Keeping all papers and the original packaging of the device is always recommendable. Not only do they come in handy in case of a warranty claim but also when re-selling an appliance.

INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

Always install the PowerMate on an even surface to allow for sufficient airflow during the operation. The device is equipped with electronically controlled 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 ventilation louvres in the rear panel. Do not cover the frontal or the rear ventilation louvres. Otherwise the PowerMate automatically enters the protect mode to prevent a thermal overload situation. When the protect mode is engaged, the device is not going to be damaged. But during this period of time regular operation is impossible.

In case the PowerMate is installed in a 19" rack system, you have to allow at least 2 HU of free space above and 1 HU below the device. Of course you can cover the empty space with special plates that also have ventilation louvres. Before establishing the mains supply connection, please make sure that the device matchesthe voltage and frequency of your local mains supply. Check the label next to the mains switch. When switching the power on, the internal ventilators will run for about 2 seconds at full speed to give you an acoustical signal that the PowerMate entered the operation mode. In addition dust particles that might have gotten into the device get blown out.

For a secure connection the speaker outputs on the PowerMate’s rear panel are provided through professional standard Speakon connectors. The pin assignment of these sockets is 1+ (hot) and 1- (cold).

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