Behringer PMX1000 User Manual

User’s Manual  
Version 1.0 December 2003  
EUROPOWER PMX1000/PMX3000/PMX5000  
FOREWORD  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
Dear Customer,  
1. INTRODUCTION ......................................................... 4  
Welcome to the team of  
EUROPOWER users  
and thank you very much  
for expressing your confi-  
dence in BEHRINGER  
products by purchasing  
this power mixer.  
1.1 Before you get started ................................................... 4  
1.1.1 Shipment ............................................................... 4  
1.1.2 Initial operation...................................................... 4  
1.1.3 Warranty .............................................................. 4  
1.2 The manual ..................................................................... 4  
2. CONTROL ELEMENTS ............................................... 4  
It is one of my most  
pleasant tasks to write  
this letter to you, because  
it is the culmination of  
many months of hard  
work delivered by our  
engineering team to reach  
a very ambitious goal:  
to present you three  
2.1 Mono and stereo channels ............................................ 4  
2.1.1 Input section ......................................................... 5  
2.2 Equalizer and FBQ .......................................................... 6  
2.3 Effects section ............................................................... 6  
2.4 Main and monitor section................................................ 6  
2.4.1 Connectors ........................................................... 7  
2.5 Rear panel ...................................................................... 7  
outstanding  
mixers that give you  
maximum flexibility and  
power  
3. DIGITALEFFECTS PROCESSOR ................................ 7  
performance with a unique sound character and broad range of  
striking functions. The task to design the new PMX series certainly  
meant a great deal of responsibility, which we assumed by  
focusing on you, the discerning user and musician. It also meant  
a lot of work and night shifts to accomplish this goal. But it was  
fun, too. Developing a product usually brings a lot of people  
together, and what a great feeling it is when everybody who  
participated in such a project can be proud of what we’ve  
achieved.  
4. INSTALLATION ........................................................... 8  
4.1 Mains connection ........................................................... 8  
4.2 Audio connections ......................................................... 8  
4.3 Loudspeaker connections ............................................. 9  
5. WIRING EXAMPLES .................................................10  
6. SPECIFICATIONS .....................................................13  
7. WARRANTY ..............................................................14  
It is our philosophy to share our joy with you, because you  
are the most important member of the BEHRINGER team. With  
your highly competent suggestions for new products you’ve  
greatly contributed to shaping our company and making it  
successful. In return, we guarantee you uncompromising quality  
(manufactured under ISO9000 certified management system)  
as well as excellent technical and audio properties at an extremely  
favorable price. All of this will enable you to fully unfold your  
creativity without being hampered by budget constraints.  
We are often asked how we can make it to produce such high-  
grade devices at such unbelievably low prices. The answer is  
quite simple: it’s you, our customers! Many satisfied customers  
means large sales volumes enabling us to get better conditions  
of purchase for components, etc. Isn’t it only fair to pass this  
benefit back to you? Because we know that your success is our  
success, too!  
I would like to thank all people whose help on “Project PMX”  
has made it all possible. Everybody has made very personal  
contributions, starting from the designers of the unit to the many  
staff members in our company and finally to you, the user of  
BEHRINGER products.  
My friends, it’s been worth the trouble!  
Thank you very much,  
CAUTION!  
Uli Behringer  
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We would like to point out that high volume levels may  
damage your hearing and/or your headphones. Please  
move down all faders in the MAIN section before turning  
on the device. Always make sure that the appropriate  
volume is set.  
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Please make sure that all units have a proper  
ground connection. For your own safety, never  
remove or disable the ground conductor from the  
unit or on the AC power cord.  
1. INTRODUCTION  
Congratulations! With the PMX1000/PMX3000/PMX5000 you  
have acquired a state-of-the-art power mixer that sets new  
standards. Right from the very start it has been our goal to  
design a revolutionary unit that can be used for a wide variety of  
applications. Indeed, this overwhelming power mixer gives you  
plenty of functionality and a broad range of connection and  
expansion options.  
1.1.3 Warranty  
The EUROPOWER’s serial number is located on the rear of the  
unit. Please take the time to fill in and return the warranty card  
within 14 days after the date of purchase, so as to benefit from  
our extended warranty. Or register online at  
1.2 The manual  
This manual is designed to give you both an overview of all  
control elements and to provide details about how to use them.  
To provide you with a clear structure, we have grouped the control  
elements according to their function. They can easily be found on  
the enclosed numbered illustrations. If you need more detailed  
information on specific topics, please visit our web site at  
Your PMX features our revolutionary COOLAUDIO amplifier  
technology, which reduces the weight and size of the unit  
considerably and ensures extremely high output power.  
Further advantages are the integrated Voice Canceller that  
removes vocal passages from playbacks, the FBQ function,  
which detects feedback frequencies, and the Speaker  
Processing function for loudspeaker alignment—all with a  
resolution of 24 bits and 46 kHz. Plus, our tried and tested  
“Invisible” Mic Preamps give you crystal-clear audio free of noise  
and distortion when using microphones.  
2. CONTROL ELEMENTS  
A detailed description of all functions of your power mixer can  
be found in the following chapters. Please also refer to the  
enclosed sheet with the numbered illustrations to get a good  
overview of the control layout.  
The mixing consoles of the PMX series feature a state of the  
art, integrated switch-mode power supply (SMPS). One of the  
great advantages is that (compared to conventional circuits) a  
switch-mode power supply adapts to mains voltages between  
100 and 240 volts automatically. Furthermore, due to its much  
greater efficiency, it consumes much less energy than a  
conventional power supply unit.  
2.1 Mono and stereo channels  
Use the TRIM control to adjust the input gain. Be sure to set  
this control fully counter-clockwise before you connect or  
disconnect a signal source to an input. TRIM controls both  
the microphone and the LINE input. The black scale shows  
the microphone gain (+10 to +60 dB on channels with  
“INVISIBLE” MIC PREAMPS and 0 to +40 dB on conventional  
microphone inputs; PMX1000 only, channels 5/6 and 7/8).  
BEHRINGER is a company with its roots in professional  
recording studio technology. For many years we have been  
successful in developing products for studio and live use. These  
include microphones and 19" units of all types (compressors,  
enhancers, noise gates, tube processors, headphone amplifiers,  
digital effects, DI boxes, etc.), monitor and P.A. speakers and  
professional live and recording mixers. Our entire technical know-  
how has gone into your PMX power mixer.  
The “LINE” scale indicates the sensitivity of the LINE input,  
ranging from +10 to -40 dBu.  
PMX1000: The mono/stereo combination channels 5/6 and  
7/8 have a sensitivity of +20 to -20 dBu.  
1.1 Before you get started  
The LEVEL SET LED illuminates when an optimum operating  
level has been adjusted.  
1.1.1 Shipment  
Your PMX was carefully packed at the factory and the  
packaging is designed to protect the unit from rough handling.  
Nevertheless, we recommend that you carefully examine the  
packaging and its contents for any signs of physical damage  
which may have occurred during transit.  
The mono channels are equipped with a high-slope LOW  
CUT filter eliminating unwanted low-frequency signals like  
rumble noise.  
PMX3000/PMX5000 (stereo channels): Press the A/B button  
to switch from 1/4" jacks to RCA connectors, and vice  
versa. Position “A” = 1/4" jacks; position “B” = RCA  
connectors.  
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If the unit is damaged, please do NOT return it to  
BEHRINGER, but notify your dealer and the shipping  
company immediately. Otherwise, claims for damage  
or replacement may not be granted.  
The HIGH control in the EQ section governs the high  
frequency range of the respective channel.  
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We recommend that you use a flight case, so as to give  
your power mixer optimum protection during use or  
transport.  
Use the MID control to boost or cut the midrange  
frequencies.  
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Always use the original packing carton to prevent  
damage during storage or transport.  
PMX5000: The PMX5000 has an additional semi-parametric  
filter for the midrange frequencies in the mono channels  
(tunable from 100 Hz to 8 kHz). Adjust the boost/cut with  
the MID control, and the frequency with the FREQ control.  
Make sure that children cannot play unsupervised with  
the device or its packaging.  
The stereo channels contain a stereo EQ section. The cut-  
off frequencies of the high and low bands are 12 kHz and  
80 Hz respectively, while the center frequencies of the  
high-mid and low-mid bands are 3 kHz and 400 Hz  
respectively.  
Please ensure proper disposal of all packing materials.  
1.1.2 Initial operation  
Be sure that there is enough air space around the unit for cooling  
and, to avoid overheating, please do not place the EUROPOWER  
near radiators, etc.  
The LOW control allows you to boost/cut the low frequency  
range.  
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Blown fuses must be replaced by fuses of the same type  
and rating! Please refer to the “SPECIFICATIONS” for  
details.  
With the MON(ITOR) control you can adjust the volume of  
each channel in the monitor mix.  
The mains connection is made using the enclosed power cord  
and a standard IEC receptacle. It meets all of the international  
safety certification requirements.  
The PMX3000 and PMX5000 feature a second MON control  
(MON 2) for the volume of the second monitor bus.  
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The FX control determines the signal level sent from each  
channel to the built-in effects processor; this signal is also  
The stereo channels have a TRIM control for gain  
adjustment, with the input sensitivity ranging from +20 to  
-20 dB.  
present at the FX SEND jack (see  
).  
The PMX5000 has two FX controls (FX 1 and FX 2), so that  
you can use two effects simultaneously. Accordingly, the  
PMX5000 also has two effect aux buses, which have one  
PMX1000: The stereo channels 5/6 and 7/8 feature an  
additional XLR connector for microphones whose gain  
can be set from 0 to +40 dB.  
output jack in common (see  
and  
).  
Each stereo channel has two line-level inputs (1/4" jacks)  
for the left and right channels. If only the jack marked “L” is  
used, the channel is mono. The signal will then be  
reproduced on both sides.  
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Please note that the effects processor signal will be  
inaudible, as long as the FX TO MON/MAIN controls  
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are set fully counter-clockwise.  
The PAN(ORAMA) control determines the position of the  
channel signal in the stereo main mix.  
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PMX1000: This does not apply to the mono/stereo  
combination channels 5/6 and 7/8.  
PMX3000: The stereo channels 9/10 and 11/12 are equipped  
with additional RCA connectors.  
The BAL(ANCE) control for the stereo channels  
corresponds to the PAN control for the mono channels. It  
determines the relative volume of the left and right input  
signals before they are routed to the stereo main output.  
PMX5000: The stereo channels 13/14 and 15/16 are  
equipped with additional RCA connectors.  
PMX3000/PMX5000: When you press the PFL button (Pre  
PMX3000/PMX5000: Please note that you need to set  
Fader Listening) the left LED  
shows the pre-fader  
the A/B selector  
to A (1/4") or B (RCA) when you  
input gain of the channel. Adjust the optimum input gain (0  
connect a signal to the input.  
dB) with the TRIM control  
ponding LED illuminates.  
. When PFL is on, the corres-  
PMX3000/PMX5000: Each of the two stereo channels has  
two monitor controls (MON 1/2) and a LEVEL control  
.
If the LEVEL SET LED  
is illuminated constantly, the  
Like the other channels, they also feature a PFL switch.  
signal is within the optimum operating level range. However,  
if the CLIP LED indicates that the input gain is too high, you  
should reduce the level slightly with the TRIM control. The  
CLIP LED should never be illuminated all the time, only with  
signal peaks.  
Instead of a fader this channel has a rotary LEVEL control.  
The phantom power supply provides the voltage necessary  
for the operation of condenser microphones. Use the  
PHANTOM switch to activate the supply for the XLR  
connectors of the input channels. The +48 V LED will  
illuminate when phantom power is on. In most cases,  
dynamic microphones can still be used, as long as they are  
connected in a balanced configuration. If in doubt, please  
contact the manufacturer of your microphone!  
The MUTE switch mutes the channel in the main mix. The  
pre-fader signals (monitor buses) remain operative. When  
MUTE is pressed, the corresponding control LED illuminates.  
The channel fader controls the channel signal level in the  
main mix.  
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With phantom power switched on, you must never  
connect microphones to the console (or to a stage/wall  
box). Also, be sure to mute the monitor/P.A. speakers,  
before you turn on the phantom power supply. After  
switching on, please allow the system to stabilize for  
about one minute, before you adjust the input gain.  
2.1.1 Input section  
Each mono input channel is equipped with a balanced  
microphone input (XLR connector) which provides  
+48 V phantom power for condenser microphones at the  
touch of a button (see rear panel).  
Caution! Never use unbalanced XLR connectors (pins 1  
and 3 interconnected) on the MIC input jacks, if you are  
going to use the phantom power supply.  
PMX1000: The two stereo channels 5/6 and 7/8 have an  
additional balanced XLR microphone input with +48 V  
phantom power.  
The AMP MODE switch determines the mode of operation  
of the PMX amplifier stage:  
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Be sure to switch off your audio system before you  
activate the phantom power supply to protect your  
monitor speakers from switch-on thumps.  
PMX1000:  
MAIN: In the “MAIN” position the mixer works as a stereo  
amplifier.  
Each mono input features one LINE IN connector (1/4"  
jack), which can be used with either balanced or  
unbalanced signals.  
MON: In this mode the monitor signal is present at OUTPUT A  
and the main signal at OUTPUT B  
(both are mono).  
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Please remember to use either the microphone or  
the line input on a specific channel. Never use both  
at the same time!  
BRIDGE (bridged mono mode): In BRIDGE AMP MODE  
the output power of OUTPUT A is added to that of OUTPUT  
B, i.e. OUTPUT B delivers twice its normal output power.  
When you connect a mono line signal to a stereo  
channel, always use the left input. The mono signal  
will then be reproduced by both sides equally.  
PMX3000/PMX5000:  
MAIN L/MAIN R. In position MAIN MIX, the mixer works as  
a stereo amplifier.  
PMX1000: This does not apply to the mono/stereo  
combination channels 5/6 and 7/8.  
MON 1/MONO. In this mode the monitor 1 signal is present  
at OUTPUT A  
(both are mono).  
and the main signal at OUTPUT B  
INSERT I/O. Insert points or simply inserts are dynamic  
processors or equalizers. They are pre-fader, pre-EQ and  
pre-MON/FX SEND. Unlike reverb and other effects, which  
are usually added to the dry signal, dynamic processors  
usually process the entire signal. So, aux send buses are  
not the best solution. Dynamic processors need to be  
inserted directly into the signal path. Once processed, the  
signal then returns to the mixing console at the same point  
where it left. Signal interruption takes place only if a plug is  
inserted into the corresponding jack (1/4" stereo plug: tip =  
signal output, ring = input). All mono input channels are  
equipped with inserts.  
BRIDGE (bridged mono mode): In BRIDGE AMP MODE  
the output power of OUTPUT A is added to that of OUTPUT  
B, i.e. OUTPUT B delivers twice its normal output power.  
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In BRIDGE mode, always connect only one loudspeaker  
with an impedance of at least 8 W to the OUTPUT B jack!  
Please note that OUTPUT A must NEVER be used in  
BRIDGE mode!  
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In all other operating modes, the minimum impedance  
of the speaker must not fall below 4 W.  
Please note that the power delivered to the speaker  
connected to OUTPUT B in BRIDGE AMP MODE is  
2. CONTROL ELEMENTS  
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considerably higher than the power provided to the  
speakers wired to the parallel speaker outputs.  
Please read the information given on the rear panel  
of the power mixer.  
lead to unpleasant distortion. The FX SEND fader (PMX1000)  
or FX/FX 1/2 fader (PMX3000/PMX5000) controls the level  
sent to the effects module and to the FX SEND output  
jacks.  
The effects display always reads the currently selected  
preset.  
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Information on how to properly connect your speaker  
with regard to polarity can be found on the rear of  
the unit (PIN assignment) (see also  
and  
).  
PMX3000/PMX5000: Press the FX1/2 IN switch to activate  
the effects processor.  
PMX5000: Use the BEHRINGER SPEAKER PROCESSING  
switch to activate a filter that allows you to adapt the mixer  
to the characteristics of your loudspeakers. If the speakers  
have a limited frequency response in the bass range, this  
function allows you to filter this range at the output signal  
of the mixer and thus adapt it optimally to the frequency  
response of the speakers.  
PMX1000/PMX3000: Turn the PROGRAM control to select  
an effects algorithm (preset number starts flashing). Press  
this control to activate the effect selected.  
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PMX1000: The effects processor is operative all the  
time. Adjust the effect intensity for the MAIN or  
MON signals with controls  
or  
respectively.  
PMX1000/PMX5000: If STANDBY is pressed, all input  
channels are muted. During pauses you can prevent the  
microphones from picking up noise or interference, which  
would then be reproduced by the P.A. system or possibly  
damage the speaker diaphragms. The benefit is that all  
faders can be left untouched while you play back music  
PMX5000: The PMX5000 has two separate effects  
processors, which can be used independently of one  
another. Enable one or both processors with the FX1/2 IN  
buttons.  
PMX3000/PMX5000: The FX 1/2 TO MON 1 control allows  
you to set the intensity of the multi-effects processors in  
the monitor mix. No effect is sent to the monitor mix when  
this control is set fully counter-clockwise.  
from CD via the CD/TAPE inputs (see  
). There is also  
no need to move the faders and lose your mix.  
2.2 Equalizer and FBQ  
PMX1000: The FX TO MON control performs the same  
function as on the PMX3000 and PMX5000.  
Your power mixer features a graphic 7-band equalizer,  
which allows you to fine-tune the sound depending on the  
room acoustics. In the center position the frequency  
response is not effected. To boost or cut a certain  
frequency range, simply move the corresponding fader  
upward or downward respectively.  
The FX 1/2 TO MON 2 control allows you to determine the  
effect intensity of the multi-effects processor in the monitor  
2 mix. No effect is sent to the monitor 2 mix with this control  
turned fully counter-clockwise.  
The FX 1/2 TO MAIN control allows you to determine the  
effect intensity of the multi-effects processor in the main  
mix. No effect is sent to the main mix with this control  
turned fully counter-clockwise.  
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Please note that the equalizer behaviour depends  
on the position of the AMP MODE switch (see  
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Press the FBQ IN switch to activate the Feedback Detection  
system (the FBQ will be active only if you have switched  
PMX1000: The FX TO MAIN control performs the same  
function as on the PMX3000 and PMX5000.  
on the equalizer  
before). Frequencies causing  
feedback are shown by brightly lit fader  
LEDs. All other LEDs will be darker. Now,  
cut the frequency range in question until  
feedback disappears (the LED gets darker  
or goes out). This function is available for  
2.4 Main and monitor section  
The SURROUND control determines the  
effect intensity. This is a built-in effect, which  
widens the stereo panorama, thus making  
the sound more lively and transparent.  
both the main and monitor mix.  
PMX1000: The switch FBQ FEEDBACK DETECTION  
performs the same function as on the PMX3000 and  
PMX5000.  
Press the XPQ TO MAIN switch to activate this effect.  
Pressing the AFL switch (after-fader listening) activates  
the solo function. If AFL is on for the corresponding channel  
in the main section, you will only hear the signal from this  
channel. Its volume can be adjusted with the fader.  
Switching AFL on has no effect on the main or monitor mix,  
as long as you don’t move the fader. In this way, you can  
monitor one or several selected signals via the PHONES/  
Use the MAIN/MON 1 switch to select whether the equalizer  
processes the main or the monitor mix. When not pressed,  
the stereo equalizer processes only the main mix. When the  
switch is pressed, the EQ processes only the monitor mix.  
PMX1000: The MAIN MIX/MONITOR switch performs the  
same function as on the PMX3000 and PMX5000.  
CTRL jack  
LED illuminates.  
. When AFL is on, the corresponding control  
Press the EQ IN switch to activate the equalizer. The fader  
LEDs illuminate when the EQ is on.  
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The PMX1000 does not have an AFL function.  
PMX1000: FX SEND fader.  
Use this LED display to control the output level of the main  
signal. The upper LIM LED illuminates when the internal  
amp protection circuit responds to levels that are too high.  
PMX3000: FX fader.  
PMX1000: The POWER LED is illuminated when you switch  
the unit on.  
PMX5000: FX 1/2 fader.  
This is the master send fader for the signal routed to the  
effects processor and to the FX SEND output  
also and ).  
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The LIM LEDs and the LED display do NOT light up when  
an external signal is fed in via the PWR AMP INSERT  
(see  
jacks  
.
PMX1000: MON SEND fader.  
PMX3000/PMX5000: MON1/2 fader.  
These faders are used to set the monitor output volume  
(see also and ).  
PMX1000: The main mix allows you to control the volume  
from the Main 1 output with both faders.  
2.3 Effects section  
List of all multi-effects processor presets.  
PMX3000/PMX5000: The MAIN 1 fader controls the volume  
of the EUROPOWER. The main signal is also provided at the  
The LED level meter on the effects module should always  
show a sufficiently high level. Make sure that the Clip LED  
illuminates with signal peaks only. If it is constantly illu-  
minated, the effects processor is overloading, which can  
MAIN 1 output (see also  
PMX3000/PMX5000: The MONO fader controls the mono  
mix signal (see also ).  
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PMX5000: The SUB FILTER filters out frequencies above  
The PHONS/CTRL connector allows you to connect a  
the selected setting, so that only low frequencies are sent  
pair of stereo headphones or an (active) monitor speaker.  
to an (active) subwoofer via the MONO OUT  
switch to “On” to activate the filter.  
). Set this  
2.5 Rear panel  
PMX5000: The SUB FREQ control determines the cut-off  
frequency for the subwoofer output. This value can be  
adjusted from 30 to 200 Hz.  
The mains connection is via a standard IEC receptacle. An  
appropriate power cord is supplied with the unit.  
FUSE HOLDER. Before connecting the unit to the mains,  
ensure that the voltage setting matches your local voltage.  
Blown fuses should only be replaced by fuses of the same  
type and rating. Please also read the information given in  
the “SPECIFICATIONS”.  
The PHONS/CTRL R control adjusts the headphone or  
control room volume (see also  
PMX3000/PMX5000: The MAIN 2 control determines the  
volume at the MAIN 2 output (see also ), which is the  
).  
same signal as at MAIN 1, but with extra output jacks and  
separate volume control.  
Use the POWER switch to put your PMX into operation.  
The POWER switch should always be in the “Off” position  
before connecting your unit to the mains.  
PMX3000/PMX5000: With the CD/TAPE IN control you can  
adjust the volume of the line signal present at the CD/TAPE  
INPUT  
. Use the PFL switch to monitor the signal.  
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Please note: The POWER switch does not fully  
disconnect the unit from the mains. Unplug the power  
cord completely when the unit is not used for prolonged  
periods of time.  
PMX1000: With the CD/TAPE RET fader you can adjust  
the line signal applied to the CD/TAPE INPUT  
CD/TAPE MUTE switch to mute the channel.  
. Use the  
SERIAL NUMBER. Please take the time to fill in and return  
the warranty card within 14 days after the date of purchase,  
so as to benefit from our extended warranty. Or register  
2.4.1 Connectors  
Use the CD/TAPE INPUT jacks (RCA) to connect an  
external stereo signal, such as a CD player, tape deck or  
other line-level sources.  
This is where you find the cooling fan of the unit.  
The PMX5000 has two cooling fans.  
The VOICE CANCELLER filters vocal-specific  
frequencies from the CD/TAPE INPUT signal. This  
function can be used for karaoke, i.e. you can  
remove the vocals from a song and then sing  
along with the music yourself.  
OUTPUT A (LEFT) provides either the left stereo main signal  
or the monitor signal in mono, depending on the operating  
mode selected (see  
mono mode.  
). NEVER use this output in bridged  
The CD/TAPE OUTPUT provides the line level stereo signal  
(e.g. for a DAT recorder).  
OUTPUT B (RIGHT/BRIDGE) provides either the right stereo  
main signal, the main mix signal (mono) or the bridged mono  
signal, depending on the operating mode selected.  
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If the CD/TAPE OUT signal is connected to a  
recording machine whose output signal is returned  
to the CD/TAPE IN, feedback can occur when you  
activate the record function on the recording  
machine. So, disconnect the CD/TAPE IN from the  
recording machine before you start recording or  
set the CD/TAPE input signal to zero!  
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In BRIDGE mode always connect only one loudspeaker  
with an impedance of at least 8 W to the OUTPUT B  
jack! NEVER use OUTPUT A in BRIDGE mode!  
In all other operating modes the impedance of the  
connected loudspeaker must not fall below 4 W.  
PMX1000: The MAIN OUT jacks allow you to send the main  
line level signal to an external amplifier, when, for example,  
you want to use the mixer and effects section. The  
PMX3000 and PMX5000 have two separately controllable  
3. DIGITAL EFFECTS PROCESSOR  
A special feature of your PMX power mixer its built-in  
multi-effects processor that features the same audio  
quality as our renowned studio-grade VIRTUALIZER  
PRO DSP2024P. The PMX5000 even has two effects  
processors, each of them with 99 different studio effects such  
as reverb, chorus, flanger, delay, vocal distortion as well as  
various effects combinations.  
line level MAIN outputs  
(MAIN 1/2).  
Connect your monitor power amps or active monitor  
speakers to the MON 1/2 SEND to monitor the signal mix  
created with the MON controls or to route it to the musicians  
on stage.  
The POWER AMP INSERT is used to feed an external  
signal to the power stage of the mixer. The AMP MODE  
setting does not affect the signal.  
The FOOTSWITCH jack is for a standard footswitch. You  
can activate an “effect bypass”, thereby muting the effects  
processor. Use a dual foot switch for the PMX5000, so  
that you can enable/disable FX1 and FX2 independently of  
each other. In this case, the tip of the 1/4" plug controls  
FX1, and the ring FX2.  
CATHEDRAL: Simulates the dense, long reverberation of a  
large cathedral, which is appropriate for solo instruments or vocals  
in slow pieces. Choose between two variations.  
PLATE: Simulates the sound of plate reverberation and hence  
is a classic for drums (snare) and vocals. The second variation  
features more high-end sparkle than the first.  
CONCERT: Select between a small theater and a large hall.  
Although this program is similar to studio (see below) it features  
more, presence which adds to its “lively” character.  
STAGE: Is well suited for dissipating the sound of a keyboard  
or an acoustic guitar.  
ROOM: You can clearly hear the walls of the room. A useful  
program for reverb that isn’t directly noticable (rap, hip hop  
vocals) or to make dry recordings of instruments sound natural  
again.  
PMX3000/PMX5000: The MONO OUT is for connecting a  
subwoofer. The PMX5000 has the additional possibility of  
setting the low-frequency range for the subwoofer. Use  
the SUB FILTER control  
to adjust the frequency.  
The FX SEND connector can be used to route the FX  
SEND signal from the input channel, for example, to the  
input of an external effects device. Since the PMX5000  
has two FX controls per input signal (see  
SEND 1+2 are present at one jack.  
), both FX  
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Please note: The SEND signal is in parallel with the  
FX SEND jacks and with the effects processor, so  
that both can be controlled together by one control.  
STUDIO: This simulation of a middle to large-sized room is  
also available in two variations. Both variations sound very natural  
and can be used as all-purpose effects.  
SMALL HALL: Simulates a small, lively (strongly reflecting)  
hall and is perfect for processing drums.  
For the FX signals, use a 1/4" stereo plug connected  
as follows: FX1 = tip; FX2 = ring  
3. DIGITAL EFFECTS PROCESSOR  
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AMBIENCE: Reproduces a middle-sized room without late  
reflections.  
the delay. Vocals can be given a distinctive effect without making  
the voice sounding blurred.  
EARLY REFLECTIONS: The initial reflections of this room  
are clearly audible. This effect is a classic for dynamic signals  
(drums, percussion, slap bass, etc.).  
SPRING REVERB: Simulates classic spring reverberation.  
GATED REVERB: This effect synthetically cuts off  
reverberation after a period of time. It is famous in the song “In  
the Air Tonight” by Phil Collins. The variations differ in the reverb  
length.  
DELAY & FLANGER: This effect is just right for creating a  
modern, slightly “spacy” vocal sound.  
DELAY & PITCH: A repetition of the audio signal, with an  
oscillatory effect added by the pitch shifter.  
3-VOICE PITCH: The pitch effect can be used to produce a  
cartoon-character type voice effect.  
REVERSE REVERB: This is a reverberation in which the  
envelope is reversed, i.e. it slowly gets louder.  
LFO BANDPASS: Filters, in general, influence the frequency  
response of a signal. A low-pass filter allows low frequencies  
to pass and suppresses high frequencies, while a high pass  
filter allows high frequencies to pass and suppresses low  
frequencies. This LFO bandpass effect is complemented by  
modulation from an LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator).  
VOCAL DISTORTION: This effect is very hip when used on  
vocals and drum loops.  
VINYLIZER: This effect adds clicks and noise to your audio  
signal, simulating old vinyl records.  
SPACE RADIO: Here, the typical sound of scanning an FM  
tuner is simulated. This can be a very interesting effect when  
sound-tracking radio plays.  
CHORUS: This effect slightly detunes the original signal. A  
very pleasant detune effect is created in connection with the  
pitch variation. The chorus effect is used often and quite  
extensively for dispersing signals. The variations available here  
range from slow to fast chorus effects.  
SYMPHONIC: This effect creates the sound of an eight-voice  
(!) chorus.  
FLANGER: The word “flange” means “tape spool”, and this  
explains the characteristics of the effect. Originally, the flanger  
effect was generated with two tape recorders which ran  
synchronously. The same audio signal was recorded on both  
machines. If you put a finger on the left spool of one of the  
machines, the spool and the playback speed are slowed down.  
The generated delay results in phase shifting of the signals. Please  
choose either “medium flanger” or one of the “bright flanger”  
programs, which feature an increase in presence.  
TEST TONE: Use this 1 kHz test tone to facilitate P.A. level  
setting.  
4. INSTALLATION  
4.1 Mains connection  
The mains connection is made using the enclosed power cord  
and a standard IEC receptacle. It meets all of the international  
safety certification requirements.  
PHASER: With the phaser, a second, phase-shifted signal is  
added to the original audio signal. The resulting sound is thicker  
and above all livelier. This effect is often used for guitar sounds  
and keyboards. In the 70s, it was also extensively used for other  
instruments like electric pianos. The PMX offers you four different  
phaser variations.  
Blown fuses must be replaced by fuses of the same type and  
rating.  
ROTARY SPEAKER: The simulation of a classic effect that is  
normally generated with a very heavy enclosure comprising (slow  
or fast) rotating speakers.  
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Please make sure that all units have a proper ground  
connection. For your own safety, never remove or  
disable the ground conductor from the unit or of the AC  
power cord.  
4.2 Audio connections  
DELAY: A delay of the input signal with various repetitions.  
Different tempo settings (ten variations in total) allow interesting  
delay effects.  
ECHO: Similar to the stereo delay, with the difference being  
that the repetitions have less presence. This simulates the  
character of the original tape echo that was used before the digital  
era and can be thought of as a “Vintage Sound”.  
The inputs and outputs of your BEHRINGER EUROPOWER are  
unbalanced 1/4" mono jacks—except for the mono channel line  
inputs, which are balanced 1/4" stereo jacks. Of course, all  
inputs and outputs work with both balanced and unbalanced  
connectors. The tape in and outputs are on RCA connectors.  
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Please ensure that only qualified personnel install and  
operate the PMX. During installation and operation, the  
user must have sufficient electrical contact to earth.  
Electrostatic charges might affect the operation of the  
unit.  
MULTI TAP: A delay effect with changing stereo positioning  
(left, center, right). Four variations are available.  
CHORUS & REVERB: This algorithm combines the popular  
chorus with a reverb effect. Taking all variations into account, they  
differ in the length of reverb time.  
FLANGER & REVERB: The combination of flanger and reverb  
effects.  
PHASER & REVERB: The combination of a classic stereo  
phaser and a reverb effect. Here, too, the phaser is combined  
with different reverb types.  
ROTARY SPEAKER & REVERB: The combination of a rotary  
speaker effect and reverb program.  
DELAY & REVERB: Delay and reverb is the most common  
combination for vocals, solo guitars, etc.  
PITCH & REVERB: The pitch shifter slightly detunes the audio  
signal, while the reverb adds ambience to the signal.  
DELAY & CHORUS: Chorus contributes to a wideness of the  
signal, and interesting repetition effects can be adjusted with  
Fig. 4.1: 1/4" TS connector  
4. INSTALLATION  
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Fig. 4.2: 1/4" TRS connector  
Fig. 4.5: SPEAKON® connector  
Please be sure to only use commercial SPEAKON® cables (type  
NL4FC) for connecting your loudspeakers to the power mixer.  
Please check the pin assignment of your loudspeakers and  
cables dependent on the PMX speaker output you choose.  
1+  
x
1-  
x
2+  
2-  
x
x
x
x
x
x
1+  
x
1-  
x
2+  
2-  
Fig. 4.3: XLR connectors  
x
x
x
x
x
x
Tab. 4.1: Polarity configuration of speaker connectors  
OUTPUT B  
+1  
OUTPUT A  
+1  
Fig. 4.4: 1/4" mono plug for footswitch  
-1  
-1  
8  
4 Ω  
8 Ω  
4 Ω  
4.3 Loudspeaker connections  
BRIDGE  
Your power mixer is equipped with high-quality Neutrik NL4MP  
SPEAKON® connectors, which ensure safe and trouble-free  
operation. The SPEAKON® connector was especially developed  
for high-power loudspeakers. Once it is plugged in, it safely  
locks into position and cannot be accidentally disengaged. It  
prevents the occurrence of electrical shock and ensures the  
correct polarity. Each of the SPEAKON® jacks carries only the  
assigned single signal (see the information given on the rear  
panel of the power mixer).  
+1  
16 Ω  
8 Ω  
+2  
Fig. 4.6: SPEAKON® pin assignment  
4. INSTALLATION  
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5. WIRING EXAMPLES  
Fig. 5.2: Bridged mono operation  
This illustration shows the power mixer with a sub-woofer  
connected to OUTPUT B. For a bridged mono operation to  
OUTPUT B, the AMP MODE selector switch  
must be set to  
its lower position “BRIDGE”. A separate stereo power amp  
(BEHRINGER EUROPOWER EP1500) connected to the preamp  
main outputs delivers the stereo main signal. Two active monitor  
speakers for on-stage operation are connected to the preamp  
monitor output.  
Fig. 5.1: Stereo operation  
For stereo operation the POWER AMP switch  
must be set  
to its upper position (MAIN or MAIN L/MAIN R). Outputs A and B  
provide the stereo main signal for passive speakers. The preamp  
monitor output is connected to two parallel active speakers,  
which are used as on-stage monitors. Use the footswitch to  
enable/disable the effects processor.  
5. WIRING EXAMPLES  
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EUROPOWER PMX1000/PMX3000/PMX5000  
Fig. 5.3: Dual mono operation  
For a dual mono operation, the AMP MODE switch  
must  
be set to its center position (MON1/MONO for PMX3000/PMX5000  
or MON for PMX1000)! The two SPEAKON® outputs provide the  
main and the monitor signals, separately from each another.  
Each of these signals is then sent to two speakers wired in  
parallel.  
Fig. 5.4: Standard set-up (example)  
The illustration shows just one channel configuration possible,  
comprising mono and stereo sources and additionally the tape  
input/output for recording the mix signal or feeding in a playback  
signal.  
5. WIRING EXAMPLES  
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Fig. 5.5: Expanded set-up  
This application is an expanded set-up based on the standard set-up as shown in fig. 5.4, and provides additional connection  
options. Again, this is just an example, which can be expanded in various ways.  
5. WIRING EXAMPLES  
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6. SPECIFICATIONS  
XLR, electronically balanced, discrete input circuit  
Type  
Mic E.I.N. (20 Hz - 20 kHz)  
@ 0 source resistance  
@ 50 source resistance  
@ 150 source resistance  
-134 dB / 136 dB A-weighted  
-131.5 dB / 134 dB A-weighted  
-129 dB / 131 dB A-weighted  
< 10 Hz - 155 kHz (-1 dB)  
Frequency response  
< 10 Hz - > 200 kHz (-3 dB)  
+10 dB, +60 dB  
Gain  
+12 dBu @ +10 dB gain  
Max. input level  
Impedance  
approx. 2.6 kbalanced / 1.3 kunbalanced  
109 dB / 112 dB A-weighted (0 dBu IN @ +10 dB gain)  
0.002% / 0.0018% A-weighted  
Signal-to-noise ratio  
Distortion (THD+N)  
1/4" TS connectors, balanced  
approx. 20 kΩ  
Type  
Impedance  
Max. input level  
+21 dBu  
1/4" TRS connectors, unbalanced  
Type  
Impedance  
Max. input level  
> 3.6 kΩ  
+22 dBu  
80 Hz / 15 dB  
2.5 kHz / 15 dB  
Low  
Mid  
100 Hz - 8 kHz / 15 dB  
12 kHz / 15 dB  
High  
RCA  
approx. 3.6 kΩ, balanced  
+21 dBu  
Type  
Impedance  
Max. input level  
MAIN  
1/4" TRS connectors, unbalanced  
approx. 150 k, unbalanced  
+21 dBu  
Type  
Impedance  
Max. input level  
MONITOR  
Type  
1/4" TRS connectors, unbalanced  
approx. 150 k, unbalanced  
+21 dBu  
Impedance  
Max. input level  
1/4" TRS connectors, unbalanced  
Type  
-
Impedance  
Max. input level  
Type  
-
-
approx. 150 k, unbalanced  
+21 dBu  
RCA  
RCA  
Impedance  
Max. input level  
approx. 1 kΩ  
+21 dBu  
approx. 1 kΩ  
+21 dBu  
Noise  
MAIN MIX @ -oo  
Channel fader -oo  
MAIN MIX @ 0 dB  
Channel fader -oo  
MAIN MIX @ 0 dB  
Channel fader @ 0 dB  
-102 dB/-106 dB A-weighted  
-88 dB/-91 dB A-weighted  
-84 dB/-86 dB A-weighted  
-96 dB/-100 dB A-weighted  
-86 dB/-89 dB A-weighted  
-83 dB/-85 dB A-weighted  
NEUTRIK NL4MP SPEAKON®  
Type  
Load impedance  
MAIN L/R  
4 - 8 Ω  
4 - 8 Ω  
4 - 8 Ω  
8 - 16 Ω  
MONITOR/MAIN MONO  
MAIN MONO/MAIN MONO  
BRIDGE  
24-Bit Delta-Sigma, 64/128-times oversampling  
Converter  
90 dB  
46.875 kHz  
max. 5 s  
Dynamics D/A  
Sampling rate  
Delay Time  
approx. 1.5 ms  
Signal run time (Line In Line Out)  
dual 7-segment LED  
Type  
2 dual 7-segment LED  
Power amp output  
2 x 400 W  
2 x 200 W  
1 x 800 W  
Power @ 4 Ω  
Power @ 8 Ω  
Power @ 8 Ω (BRIDGE)  
2 x 300 W  
2 x 150 W  
1 x 600 W  
85 - 250 V~, 50 / 60 Hz  
Mains voltage  
Power consumption  
Fuse  
700 W  
500 W  
4 A (220-240 V) / 6.3 A (100-110 V)  
Standard IEC receptacle  
3.15 A (220-240 V) / 5 A (100-110 V)  
Mains connector  
4 7/8" x 15 3/8" x 16 3/4"  
122 x 390 x 425 mm  
15.435 lb.  
4 7/8" x 18 3/4" x 18 1/8"  
122 x 476 x 460 mm  
19.845 lb.  
4 7/8" x 23 1/2" x 19 1/2"  
122 x 596 x 496 mm  
28.665 lb.  
Dimensions (H x W x D)  
Weight  
7 kg  
9 kg  
13 kg  
BEHRINGER is constantly striving to maintain the highest professional standards. As a result of these efforts, modifications may be made from time to time to existing products without prior notice.  
Specifications and appearance may differ from those listed or illustrated.  
6. SPECIFICATIONS  
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7. WARRANTY  
§ 1 WARRANTY CARD/ONLINE REGISTRATION  
To be protected by the extended warranty, the buyer must  
complete and return the enclosed warranty card within 14 days of  
the date of purchase to BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik  
GmbH, in accordance with the conditions stipulated in § 3. Failure  
to return the card in due time (date as per postmark) will void any  
extended warranty claims. Based on the conditions herein, the  
buyer may also choose to use the online registration option via  
3. Free inspections and maintenance/repair work are expressly  
excluded from this warranty, in particular, if caused by improper  
handling of the product by the user. This also applies to defects  
caused by normal wear and tear, in particular, of faders,  
crossfaders, potentiometers, keys/buttons, tubes and similar parts.  
4. Damages/defects caused by the following conditions are not  
covered by this warranty:  
s improper handling, neglect or failure to operate the unit in  
compliance with the instructions given in BEHRINGER user  
or service manuals.  
§ 2 WARRANTY  
1. BEHRINGER (BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH  
including all BEHRINGER subsidiaries listed on the enclosed  
page, except BEHRINGER Japan) warrants the mechanical and  
electronic components of this product to be free of defects in  
material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year* from the  
original date of purchase, in accordance with the warranty  
regulations described below. If the product shows any defects  
within the specified warranty period that are not excluded from  
this warranty as described under § 4, BEHRINGER shall, at its  
discretion, either replace or repair the product using suitable new  
or reconditioned parts. In the case that other parts are used which  
constitute an improvement, BEHRINGER may, at its discretion,  
charge the customer for the additional cost of these parts.  
s connection or operation of the unit in any way that does not  
comply with the technical or safety regulations applicable in  
the country where the product is used.  
s damages/defects caused by force majeure or any other  
condition that is beyond the control of BEHRINGER.  
5. Any repair or opening of the unit carried out by unauthorized  
personnel (user included) will void the warranty.  
6. If an inspection of the product by BEHRINGER shows that  
the defect in question is not covered by the warranty, the inspection  
costs are payable by the customer.  
2. If the warranty claim proves to be justified, the product will  
be returned to the user freight prepaid.  
7. Products which do not meet the terms of this warranty will be  
repaired exclusively at the buyer’s expense. BEHRINGER will  
inform the buyer of any such circumstance. If the buyer fails to  
submit a written repair order within 6 weeks after notification,  
BEHRINGER will return the unit C.O.D. with a separate invoice  
for freight and packing. Such costs will also be invoiced separately  
when the buyer has sent in a written repair order.  
3. Warranty claims other than those indicated above are  
expressly excluded.  
§ 3 RETURN AUTHORIZATION NUMBER  
1. To obtain warranty service, the buyer (or his authorized dealer)  
must call BEHRINGER (see enclosed list) during normal business  
hours BEFORE returning the product. All inquiries must be  
accompanied by a description of the problem. BEHRINGER will  
then issue a return authorization number.  
§ 5 WARRANTY TRANSFERABILITY  
This warranty is extended exclusively to the original buyer  
(customer of retail dealer) and is not transferable to anyone who  
may subsequently purchase this product. No other person (retail  
dealer, etc.) shall be entitled to give any warranty promise on  
behalf of BEHRINGER.  
2. Subsequently, the product must be returned in its original  
shipping carton, together with the return authorization number to  
the address indicated by BEHRINGER.  
§ 6 CLAIM FOR DAMAGES  
3. Shipments without freight prepaid will not be accepted.  
Failure of BEHRINGER to provide proper warranty service shall  
not entitle the buyer to claim (consequential) damages. In no event  
shall the liability of BEHRINGER exceed the invoiced value of the  
product.  
§ 4 WARRANTY REGULATIONS  
1. Warranty services will be furnished only if the product is  
accompanied by a copy of the original retail dealer’s invoice. Any  
product deemed eligible for repair or replacement under the terms  
of this warranty will be repaired or replaced.  
§ 7 OTHER WARRANTY RIGHTS AND NATIONAL LAW  
1. This warranty does not exclude or limit the buyer’s statutory  
rights provided by national law, in particular, any such rights  
against the seller that arise from a legally effective purchase  
contract.  
2. If the product needs to be modified or adapted in order to  
comply with applicable technical or safety standards on a national  
or local level, in any country which is not the country for which the  
product was originally developed and manufactured, this  
modification/adaptation shall not be considered a defect in  
materials or workmanship. The warranty does not cover any such  
modification/adaptation, irrespective of whether it was carried out  
properly or not. Under the terms of this warranty, BEHRINGER  
shall not be held responsible for any cost resulting from such a  
modification/adaptation.  
2. The warranty regulations mentioned herein are applicable  
unless they constitute an infringement of national warranty law.  
* Customers in the European Union please contact  
BEHRINGER Germany Support for further details.  
Technical specifications and appearance subject to change without notice. The information contained herein is correct at the time  
of printing. SPEAKON® as well as the names of companies, institutions or publications pictured or mentioned and their respective  
logos are registered trademarks of their respective owners. Their use neither constitutes a claim of the trademarks by  
BEHRINGER® nor affiliation of the trademark owners with BEHRINGER®. BEHRINGER® accepts no liability for any loss which may  
be suffered by any person who relies either wholly or in part upon any description, photograph or statement contained herein.  
Colors and specifications depicted may vary slightly from product. No part of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any  
form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording of any kind, for any purpose, without the  
express written permission of BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH. BEHRINGER® is a registered trademark.  
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. © 2003 BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH.  
BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH, Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Str. 36-38,  
47877 Willich-Münchheide II, Germany  
Tel. +49 2154 9206 0, Fax +49 2154 9206 4903  
7. WARRANTY  
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