Professional Mixing Controller
OWNER'S MANUAL
VESTAX CORPORATION
1-18-6 Wakabayashi, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo 154-0023 Japan
Phone:03-3412-7011 Fax:03-3412-7013
Web:www.vestax.jp
VESTAX America
2750N. 29th Avenue, Suite 115, Hollywood, FL33020.
Phone:954-926-6622 Fax:954-926-3304
Web:www.vestaxdj.com
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VESTAX Europe Ltd.
Unit 5 Riverwey Industrial Park Alton, Hampshire GU34 2QL England, U.K
Phone:(0)1420-83000 Fax:(0)1420-80040
Web:www.vestax.co.uk
Vestax Technical Center of America
8489 W.Third Street Ste.1044 Los Angeles CA 90048
Phone:1-323-801-2111 Fax:1-323-801-2112
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Rheinstr.213 D-53332 Bornheim Germany
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IM P O R T A N T S A F E G U A R D S
READ BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT
This product was designed and manufactured to meet
strict quality and safety standards. There are, however,
some installation and operation precautions which you
should be particularly aware of.
1. Read instructions-All the safety and operating
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.
instructions should be read before the appliance
is operated.
2. Retain instructions-The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future
reference.
11. Lightning-For added protection of this product
during a lightning storm, or when it is left
unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet. This will prevent
damage to the product due to lightning and
power-line surges.
3. Heed Warnings-All warnings on the appliance
and in the operating instructions should be
adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions-All operating and use
instructions should be followed.
12. Overloading-Do not overload wall outlets and
extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire
or electric shock.
5. Cleaning-Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
6. Attachments-Do not use attachments not
recommended by the product manufacturer as
they may cause hazards.
13. Object and Liquid Entry-Never push objects of
any kind into this product through openings as
they may touch dangerous voltage points or
short-out parts that could result in a fire or
electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on
the product.
7. Water and Moisture-Do not use this product near
water-for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl,
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement,
or near a swimming pool, and the like.
14. Servicing-Do not attempt to service product
yourself as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified
personnel.
8. Accessories-Do not place this product on an
unstable cart, stand, tripod, or table. The product
may fall, causing serious injury to a child or
adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use
only with a cart,. stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with
product. Any mounting of the appliance should
follow the manufacturer's instructions, and
should use a mounting accessory recommended
by the manufacturer.
9. 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.
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15. Damage Requiring Service-Unplug this product 16. Replacement Parts-When replacement parts are
from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:
required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer
or have the same characteristics as the original
parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in
fire, electric shock or other hazards.
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen 17. Safety Check-Upon completion of any service or
into the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or
water.
repairs to product, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the
product is in proper operating condition.
d. If the product dose not operate normally by
following the operating instructions. 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.
18. Carts and Stands-The appliance should be used
only with a cart stand that is recommended by
manufacturer.
19. An appliance and cart combination should be
moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance
and cart combination to overturn.
e. If the product has been dropped or cabinet has
been damaged.
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance this indicates need for service.
FEATURES
● 60mm long faders are provided for 3 program ● Ten segment LED level meter is provided for
channels. More sensitive control can be
achieved for Techno/Trance mixing.
careful level check.
● A powerful 3 band EQ with +6/-24dB range is
provided along with the instant out switch on
each band. More sensitve and drastic control can
be achieved for Techno/Trans mixing.
● Effect send switch is equipped on each input
channel for effect parformance. The effect send
and return level controls are provided in the
master section.
● The new PCV-175 features removable flat panel
that covers all screws etc., that will impede fast
mixing. The panel is removed for crossfader and
inputfaders replacement.
● P.F.L. (pre fader listen) switch is provided for pre
fader monitoring.
● The input levels are monitored by over load
indicator.
● New suprior grade crossfader (CF-PCV) fittde to
PCV-175 enebling super smooth operation
torether with long life.
● Four mic input levels are provided. The main mic
can be assigned to program channel 2 for full
control. The other tree mics are mixed with
individual level control, 2 band EQ, effect send
and P.F.L.
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FUNCTIONS
MAS TER�
S ECTION
MIC INP UT�
S ECTION
P ROGRAM �
INP UT S ECTION
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PROGRAM INPUT SECTION
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○ EQUALIZER (MID 1KHz +6dB～-24dB)
Adjusts the MID frequeny level of each PGM
channel.
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2
6
○
EQUALIZER (LOW 80Hz +6dB～-24dB)
Adjusts the LOW freguency level for each PGM
channel.
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3
4
○ EQ CUT SWITCH ( HI, MID, LOW )
Cuts off the each frequency range by 24dB. The
EQUALIZER volume dose not function when this
switch is set to "CUT".
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○ EFFECT SWITCH
7
5
Used to send the signal to the external effect processor
connected to the effect SEND/RETURN.
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8
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○ P.F.L.. SWITCH
Used to send the signal from the PGM channel to the
monitor section for headphone monitoring.
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○ OVERLOAD INDICATOR
Lights when input level is over.
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○ INPUT FADER
1 0
This is a detachable fader for the ease of
replacement. Replace with IF-175 when it is worn
out.
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○ CROSS FADER
When the input level of PGM1 and PGM2 are
properly set, PGM1 will be heard with the cross
fader set to the left side. PGM2 will be heard with
the cross fader set to the right side. When the cross
fader is set in the center, both programs will be
heard. This is detachable fader for the ease of
replacement witrh "CF-PCV" when it is worn out.
1 1
1
○ INPUT SELECTOR
Used to select input (2 line or 1 phono) to be sent to
each PGM channel.
2
○ TRIM CONTROL
Adjusts the input level of each channel. Set INPUT
FADER to 7-8 position, adjust the TRIM CONTROL
so that the sufficient signal is fed without distortion.
3
○ BALANCE CONTROL
Adjusts the stereo balance for each PGM channel.
Can be used for adjusting the unbalanced stereo
image. Clockwise rotation from center position
increases the volume of R over L channel. A counter
clockwise rotation increases the volume of L
channel over R.
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○ EQUALIZER (HI 10Hz +6dB～-24dB)
Adjusts the HI frequeny level of each PGM channel.
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HOW TO CHANGE THE FADER UNIT
Drive r
■HOW TO REMOVE THE TOP PANEL
1
○ Remove each fader knobs and 6 screws which
fix the top panel.
2
○ Remove the top panel.
Drive r
■HOW TO CHANGE THE FADER UNIT
1
○ Remove the screws on the fader panel.
2
○ Remove the fader unit from position in mixer.
3
○ Carefully remove the multi-cable connector from
fader unit.
4
○ Attach multi-cable connector to new fader unit.
5
○ Position the fader unit carefully and secure with
screws.
Ins e rt t he �
m ult i-c a ble c onne c t or
CF-PCV For
PMC SERIES ( PMC05ProII , PMC06ProA, etc)
S e t s wit c h t o "P CV" pos it ion.
P MC CONNECTOR
S e t s wit c h t o "P MC" pos it ion
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○ MIC INPUT JACK(MAIN MIC, MIC1～3)
MIC INPUT SECTION
Input jacks for MAIN MIC, MIC1, MIC2 and
MIC3.
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○ MIC LEVEL
Adjusts the input level of MIC1, 2 and 3.
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15
○ MIC EQUALIZER(HI,LOW)
Adjusts the HI and LOW frequency level of MIC1,
2 and 3.
16
○ EFFECT SWITCH
Used to send the signal to the external effect
processor connected to the effect SEND/RETURN.
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○ P.F.L. SWITCH
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15
Used to send the signal from the mic channel to the
monitor section for headphone monitoring.
MASTER SECTION
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16
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○ MASTER OUT LEVEL METER
Indicate the signal level of the line output. The
lowest segment lights when the power is on.
19
2 0
19
○ EFFECT SEND LEVEL
Used to adjust the output level from EFFECT SEND
JACK.
20
○ EFFECT RETURN LEVEL
Used to adjust the input level from EFFECT
RETURN JACK.
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21
○ MASTER BALANCE VOLUME
Adjust the signal balance between left and right of
the master output.
2 2
22
○ MASTER LEVEL VOLUME
Adjust the signal level of the master output.
23
○ P.F.L. SWITCH
2 3
2 4
Used to send the master output signal to the monitor
section for the headphone monitoring.
24
○ HEADPHONE LEVEL
Adjusts the headphone monitor level.
25
○
HEADPHONE JACK
Connect the headphones with the inpedance of 8ohm
to 600 ohm.
2 5
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REAR PANEL SECTION
3 2
2 8
3 1
2 6
3 4
3 3
2 7
3 0
3 0
2 9
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○ POWER SWITCH
○ LINE INPUT JACK
Input jack for the line level equipment such as CD
PLAYER, TAPE DECK, DAT, MD, etc.
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○ LINE OUTPUT JACK
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Connect to the power amplifier.
○ EFFECT SEND JACK
Connect to the input of the external effects.
(Delay,Reverb etc)
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○ REC OUT JACK (RCA PIN JACK)
Connect to the input jack of the tape recorder, MD,
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DAT, etc. The output level of this jack is fixed and ○ EFFECT RETURN JACK
does not change with the master volume level
volume.
Connect to the output of the external effects.
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○ AC POWER JACK
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○ PHONO INPUT JACK
Connect the external power supply (DC-15A).
Connecting wrong power supply may cause severe
damage to the unit.
Input jack for the turntable with MM (Moving
Magnet) type cartridge.
30
○ GROUND TERMINAL
Connect this terminal to the ground lead of the
turntable.
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SPECIFICATIONS
NOMINAL INPUT� MAXIMUM INPUT�
INPEDANCE
LEVEL
LEVEL
MIC（1/4 PHONE JACK）
-50dBv
-20dBv
3.3k�
470k�
47k�
INPUT�
PHONO
LINE
1～3L/R （RCA JACK）
-42dBv
-10dBv
-22dB v
SECTION
1～5L/R （RCA JACK）
+14dBv
HI
10KHz +6dB ～-24dB �
1KHz +6dB ～-24dB �
80KHz +6dB ～-24dB �
EQUALIZER�
MID
LOW
SECTION
RATED OUTPUT MAXIMUM OUTPUT
INPEDANCE�
LINE L/R（ RCA JACK ）
-4dBv
-10dBv
-10dBv
+10dBv
+10dBv
+14dBv
130mW
10kΩ OVER�
REC OUT L/R（ RCA JACK ）
10kΩ OVER
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OUTPUT�
SECTION
EFFECT SEND（1/4' PHONE JACK )
�HEAD PHONE（1/4' PHONE JACK ）
10kΩ OVER
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8Ω OVER/47Ω�
> 75dB�
�MIC
�LINE
MIC
30Hz ～ 20kHz ±3dB
20Hz ～ 20kHz ±1dB
>60dB
CROSSFADER CROSSTALK
CHANNEL CROSSTALK
POWER SUPPLY
FREQUENCY�
RESPONSE
> 65dB �
DC15V ADAPTOR�
270×89×353�
4kg
S/N RATIO
LINE
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>85dB
DIMENSIONS（W×H×D）
WEIGHT
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MAY.2001 PCV175 E2
Vestax Corporation
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