User manual VESTAX PMC-01A

[. . . ] This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to. 10. Power sources-This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. [. . . ] Adjust only those controls that are coverd by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other, controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation. When the product exhibits a distinct change in perfromance-this indicates need for service. 16. Replacement Parts-When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characterristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards. Safety Check-Upon completion of any service or repairs to product, ask the service technician to perfrom sefety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition. Carts and Stands-The appliance should be used only with a cart stand that is recommended by manufacturer. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn. FEATURES The PMC-01A, like its predecessors the PMC-05Pro & PMC-07Pro, is a professional 2-channel (PGM) battle worthy mixer perfect for serious scratch DJs who are looking for improved sound quality, control and flexible options to increase their creative potential. 2 Channel scratch mixer with an open battle zone around the Cross Fader and Input Faders making it perfect for fast scratching and battle moves. 3 Band Isolator on each PGM with proprietary Vestax infinity cut and +4dB boost. Simply press the scratch EQ button to instantly set the isolator EQ on that channel to an optimal scratch setting of HI = MID = and LOW = . Sure to open up some new moves in how it is used this a great feature for creating some new variant acoustic scratches. When PGM 1 Freeze is on, the LED indicator above the button !2 MASTER LEVEL will illuminate and all signals from PGM will be routed only to This knob is used to adjust the signal levels from the Line the headphone section and thus not outputted. from position 2 to 1 will have only an effect in the headphones, facilitating practice of a mix point or scratch point. !3 STEREO/MONO SELECT SWITCH When PGM 2 Freeze is on, the LED indicator above the button This switch is used to select either a mono or stereo will illuminate and all signals from PGM will be routed only to signal output for the Line Out section. Moving the CF choice, the L & R levels will remain the same. from position 1 to 2 will have only an effect in the headphones, @5 LED LEVEL METER facilitating practice of a mix point or scratch point. As above. @2 REHEARSAL MUTE/FREEZE INDICATOR LED When the Rehearsal Mute/Freeze feature is active this LED will illuminate. @6 CF REVERSE INDICATOR. This LED is illuminated when the CF has been reversed as described in !1. @3 INPUT FADER An input fader is used to adjust the input level on a given PGM. The input fader on this unit is a PCV fader and utilizes Vestax ReX fader exchange technology. For comprehensive information on how to replace this ReX PCV Fader please see the "How To Change The Fader Unit" section of this manual. @7 CROSS FADER (CF) Assuming that the CF reverse is off, Rehearsal Mute is off, and that the input levels of both PGM 1 and PGM 2 are properly set, then when the CF is at position 1 the signals from PGM 1 can be heard and when the CF is at position 2 the signals from PGM 2 can be heard. @4 LEVEL METER SELECT SWITCH @8 MONITER LEVEL This fader is used to adjust the volume level heard in the This switch is used to select which signal level is displayed. When set to PGM, both sides of this LED section will @9 MONITER CF display the current PGM level, with the left side showing This fader is used to adjust which PGM is heard in the PGM 1 and the right side showing PGM 2. MASTER, the two LED indicators will show the L&R channels of the master signal being outputted. FRONT PANEL #0 INPUT FADER CURVE SWITCHES These switches may be used to adjust the fader curve setting for either input fader. There are three setting from which to make a selection (A, B & C) each with a different gradient. Rotating this knob in a clockwise manner will produce a steep curve more suited to scratching cutting. An anticlockwise rotation will have the opposite effect of producing a gentler slope more suited to long mixing. #1 CROSS FADER CURVE (CF) CURVE ADJUST CONTROL This knob is used to adjust the slope of the CF curve. [. . . ] r A ReX fader is easily removed by simply applying simultaneous pressure to the clips located at either end of the Fader i Lower the Battle Panel as illustrated taking care to realign the fader slots and fader forks properly. o Check to ensure that the panel is correctly in place and then replace all knobs. You have now successfully exchanged your ReX fader unit. Changing the Direction of the Input Switch q Remove all knobs from the Battle Panel as illustrated. yExchange the input switch unit making sure to reconnect the cable connector unit correctly. [. . . ]