Fostex PM0 4 User Manual

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Introduction  
Thank you for purchasing the Fostex PM0.4  
Professional Studio Monitor. As with all  
Fostex products, the PM0.4 has been  
designed to provide superlative performance,  
unquestioned reliability and exceptionally  
high value.  
The PM0.4 was specifically engineered to  
fulfillall of your critical near-field monitoring needs  
and is emblematic of the years of experience  
Fostex has had in the professional audio  
marketplace. The PM0.4 takes full advantage  
of internal bi-amplification and employs two  
state of the art amplifiers that utilize high-  
quality discrete bipolar output devices. The  
4" woofer and 5/8" tweeter were expressly  
designed for high output, ultra low distortion  
and incorporate the latest technologies and  
manufacturing techniques.  
Please take the time to thoroughly read this  
manual so that you may take full advantage  
of all the benefits of the Fostex PM0.4  
Professional Studio Monitor.  
Unpacking  
Prior to unpacking your Fostex PM0.4 Studio Monitor, carefully inspect the packing material for  
excessive damage. Once it has been determined that the packing material has not been  
compromised, carefully unpack the PM0.4 Studio Monitor and inspect it carefully for obvious  
damage. Fostex takes great care in designing packing materials that will survive most expected  
impacts during shipping. If any damage is discovered during the inspection process, contact your  
Fostex dealer so that this issue can immediately be addressed.  
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Setup Instructions  
Monitoring Distance = 1 to 2 meters  
After carefully unpacking the PM0.4  
Professional Studio Monitor, it is now  
time to setup the monitors for the best  
acoustic performance in your studio.  
The PM0.4 was designed to be used  
at amonitoring distance of 1 to 2 meters,  
typically referred to as the near-field.  
Monitoring Height = the acoustic  
center aimed at seated ear height  
It is recommended that the PM0.4 be  
located in such a way that the acoustic  
center is located at, or about, seated ear  
height (see Figure 1). If this is not  
possible, it may be necessary to tilt/aim  
the monitor at the listeners ears.  
Monitoring Angle = 60 Degrees  
The monitoring angle between the left  
and right monitors and the listening  
position should equal 60 degrees. The  
easiest way to determine this is to place  
the speakers in such a way that the  
distance between the left and right  
monitor is equal to the monitoring  
distance / listening position (see Figure  
2). It is also recommended that both  
speakers be "toed-in" towards the  
listening position.  
Additional Information  
The PM0.4 was designed to be mounted  
vertically. This provides for the most  
accurate frequency response, reduces  
acoustic boundary interference and  
provides optimum cooling performance  
for the heat sink that is located on the  
back of the studio monitor. If it is not  
possible to mount the monitors vertically,  
then the monitors should be placed with  
the woofers inside and the monitors  
"toed-in" towards the listening area.  
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SetupInstructions continued  
Once the studio monitors have been placed in their final location, it is time to proceed to connecting your  
PM0.4 studio monitors to the mixing console or digital workstation. Connection to the PM0.4 can be  
made using RCA or TRS connectors. The gain control on the back of the monitor allows continuously variable  
adjustments to match most input types of line level signals (-10dBV for RCA un-balanced).  
The TRS input is balanced and is also compatible with unbalanced sources, although this may require an  
adapter. The connection of the PM0.4 to the console/digital workstation should be done in the following order.  
Note: Please do not plug both RCA and TRS connectors at the same time.  
The PM0.4 is designed to take only one input.  
Step 1: Make sure that all equipment has been powered down.  
Step 2: Confirm that all gain controls, on the monitor and the source, are set to the minimum setting.  
Step 3: Connect the source to the PM0.4 monitor.  
Step 4: Power up the all source equipment and then turn on the PM0.4 last.  
Step 5: Set the gain of both monitors at medium setting and slowly bring up the gain of the console.  
Step 6: Adjust the gain of both monitors for balance and for best signal to noise ratio  
Once the above steps have been completed, you are ready to use your PM0.4 monitors. It is recommended  
that you now play some familiar audio material and make any final adjustments, as far as placement or  
level, to get the optimum performance in your monitoring environment.  
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1. Line (RSA) and TRS Input  
The TRS is an electronically balanced input and  
the line input is unbalanced input. They are  
compatible with general line level input signals.  
2. Continuously variable gain control  
This control adjusts the input level to the internal  
amplifiers.  
Line  
TRS  
MIN  
MAX  
VOL.  
INPUT  
CAUTION:HEATSINK MAY GET HOT  
3. Heatsink  
The heatsink dissipates heat from the amplifier. It  
is important the heatsink receives proper  
ventilation and is not placed near any sources of  
heat.  
4. Power Switch  
Turns power to the amplifier section on or off.  
On - position is the spot side.  
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POWER  
CAUTON  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
5. AC Power Cord  
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE  
NE PAS OUVRIR  
AVIS:  
This line cord provides the AC power  
to the product. Damage to equioment  
may occur if improper line voltage is  
used. (See voltage marking on label)  
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To reduce the risk of fire or electrical  
WARNING:  
AC IN  
Shock, do not expose this equipment to rain or  
Moisture. Do not remove cover. No user serviceable  
parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.  
MODEL PM0.4  
PROFESSIONAL STUDIO MONITOR  
CM  
CONFORMS TO  
UL STD.6500  
US  
CERTIFIED TO  
CAN/CSA STD.E60065  
FOSTEX CO.  
120 VAC, 40 W,  
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60Hz  
* * * * *  
3024002  
SERIAL NO.02  
MADE IN CHINA  
Made in China  
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ProductSpecifications  
Drivers  
Low Frequency Driver: 4" Cone Speaker  
High Frequency Driver: 5/8" Soft Dome Tweeter  
Amplifier Power  
Low Frequency : 18 W  
High Frequency : 18 W  
Cabinet Dimensions  
Amplifier Distortion  
144mm (W) x 220mm (H) x 180mm (D) includes heatsink  
165mm (D) x cabinet only - no heatsink  
5 3/4" (W) x 8 11/16" (H) x 7 1/8" (D) includes heatsink  
6 1/2" (D) x cabinet only - no heatsink  
<0.005  
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THD @ 12 Watts / 4Ohm 20Hz-20kHz  
Amplifier Signal to Noise Ratio  
75dB  
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20Hz - 30kHz Not Weighted  
Net Weight  
3.75 Kg/pc  
8Lbs 4oz/pc  
Amplifier Slew Rate  
8V/ sec  
Power Requirements  
US : 120VAC~60Hz  
EUR/UK : 230VAC~50/60Hz  
Gross Weight (includes all packing material)  
9.16 Kg/pair  
20Lbs 6oz/pair  
Power consumption  
US : 40 Watts  
EUR/UK : 40 Watts  
Frequency Response  
Free-Field Frequency Response : 60Hz to 30kHz  
Low Frequency Cutoff : 60Hz (-10dB)  
High Frequency Cutoff : 22kHz (-10dB)  
Product improvement may warrant a change of specifications, newer materials or cosmetics, Changes in specifications  
and features may be made without notice or obligations.  
Cable and Wiring Information  
Use high-quality, shielded cables to connect your mixing console, workstation or other source to your  
monitors. Foil-shielded cables, such as Belden 8451, 8761, or 9501 should do quite well. Other high  
quality cables are available and those that incorporate better shielding will yield an overall higher noise  
rejection, lowering your systems susceptibility to exter nal interference. Another important tip to keep in  
mind when wiring your system is to route all line level cables away from the AC and other power  
sources, this will reduce the probability of having AC hum emanating from your studio monitors.  
XLR  
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PIN 1  
TRS  
TIP  
RCA  
TIP  
HOT (+)  
COLD (-)  
RING  
SHIELD  
GROUND  
SHIELD (  
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SHIELD  
ProductCleaningInstructions  
Prior to cleaning the PM0.4 monitor the power must be disconnected from the PM0.4 monitor.  
Once the power has been terminated, cleaning can be accomplished using a damp (not wet) cleaning  
rag. A light common household cleaner can also be used, but care must be taken not to use harsh  
cleaning fluids. Regular dusting or cleaning with a damp rag will keep your product looking new for years.  
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Declaration of EC Directive  
This equipment is compatible with the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) - Directive on approximation of member  
nation's ordinance concerning the electromagnetic compatibility and with the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC)  
- Directive on approximation of member nation's ordinance concerning electric equipment designed to be used  
within the specified voltage range.  
The Affect of Immunity on This Equipment  
The affect of the European Specification EN61000-6-1 (coexistence of electromagnetic waves - common immunity  
specification) on this equipment are as shown below.  
In the electrical fast transient/burst requirements, surge, conducted disturbances by radio-frequency fields, power  
frequency magnetic field, radiate electromagnetic field requirements and static electricity discharging environment,  
this could be affected by generation of noise in some cases.  
FOSTEX DISTRIBUTORS LIST IN EUROPE  
* Including non-EU countries (as of May, 2006)  
<AUSTRIA>  
NAME: ATEC Audio-u.Videogeraete VertriebsgesmbH.  
ADD: Im Winkel 5, A-2325 Velm, Austria  
<ITALY>  
NAME: Proel S. p. A.  
ADD: Zona Via Alla Ruenia, 37/43 64027-Sant’Omero  
(Teramo), Italy  
TEL: (+43) 2234-74004, FAX: (+43) 2234-74074  
TEL: (+ 39) 0861-81241, FAX: (+39) 0861-887862  
<BELGIUM>  
NAME: General Audio  
<THE NETHERLANDS>  
NAME: IEMKE ROOS AUDIO B. V.  
ADD: Kuiperbergweg 20, 1101 AG Amsterdam, The  
Netherlands  
ADD: Raymond Pelgrimslaan 101, B-1702 Groot-Bijgaarden,  
Belgium  
TEL: (+32) 2-4630650, FAX: (+32) 2-4661500  
TEL: (+31) 20-697-2121, FAX: (+31) 20-697-4201  
<DENMARK>  
NAME: SC Sound Aps  
ADD: Malervej 2, DK-2630 Taastrup, Denmark  
TEL: (+45) 4399-8877, FAX: (+45) 4399-8077  
<NORWAY>  
NAME: Siv. Ing. Benum AS  
ADD: P. O. Box 145, Vinderen, 0319 Oslo, Norway  
TEL: (+47) 2213 9900, FAX: (+47) 2314 8259  
<FINLAND>  
NAME: Noretron Oy Audio  
ADD: P.O.Box 22, FIN-02631 Espoo, Finland  
TEL: (+358) 9-5259330, FAX: (+358) 9-52593352  
<PORTUGAL>  
NAME: Caius - Tecnologias Audio e Musica, Lda.  
ADD: Praca do Bom Sucesso, No 61 Bom Sucesso Trade  
Center, Escritorio 701/702, 4150-1460 Porto, Portugal  
TEL: (+351) 22-608-06-10, FAX: (+351) 22-608-06-29  
<FRANCE>  
NAME: Sennheiser France  
ADD: 128 bis, avenue Jean-Jaures, 94851 Ivry-sur-Seine  
Cedex, France  
TEL: (+33) 1 4987 0300, FAX: (+33) 1 4987 0324  
<SPAIN>  
NAME: Letusa S. A.  
ADD: C/Laguna 10, 28923 Alcorcon, Madrid, Spain  
TEL: (+34) 91-4862800, 91-4470898, FAX: (+34) 91-6414597  
<SWEDEN>  
NAME: Sennheiser AB  
<GERMANY>  
NAME: Mega Audio GmbH  
ADD: John Ericssonsgatan 10, P. O. Box 22035, SE-104 22  
Stockholm, Sweden  
ADD: Stromberger Str. 32, D-55411 Bingen, Germany  
TEL: (+49) 6721-94330, FAX: (+49) 6721-32046  
TEL: (+46) 8 566 16400, FAX: (+46) 8 566 16490  
<GREECE>  
NAME: Bon Studio S. A.  
ADD: 6 Zaimi Street, Exarchia, 106.83 Athens, Greece  
TEL: (+30) 210-3809-605, 606, 607, 608  
FAX: (+30) 210-3845-755, 210-3827-868  
<SWITZERLAND>  
NAME: Audio Bauer Pro AG  
ADD: Bernerstrasse-Nord 182, CH-8064 Zurich, Switzerland  
TEL: (+41) 1-4323230, FAX: (+41) 1-4326558  
<UK>  
NAME: SCV London  
<ICELAND>  
NAME: I. D. Electronics  
ADD: 40 Chigwell Lane, Oakwood Hill Industrial Estate,  
Loughton, Essex IG10 3NY U. K.  
ADD: ARMULA 38 108 REYKJAVIK,ICELAND  
TEL: (+354) 553-3050, FAX: (+354) 553-3435  
TEL: (+44) 20-8418-0778, FAX: (+44) 20-8418-0624  
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