Vestax Musical Instrument PMC CX User Manual

OWNER'S MANUAL  
Vestax Corporation  
1-18-6 Wakabayashi, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo 154-0023 Japan  
Phone 03-3412-7011 Fax 03-3412-7013  
Vestax (Europe) Ltd.  
Unit 5 Riverwey Industrial Park Alton Hampshire GU34 2QL England, U.K.  
Phone (0)1420-83000 Fax (0)1420-80040  
Vestax Europe Technical Support  
Rheinstr.213 D-53332 Bornheim Germany  
Phone 49(0)2222-95-23-72 Fax 49(0)2222-95-23-74  
APR.2004 PM C-CX E q  
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SIZE  
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 characterristics 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  
perfrom sefety 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  
perfromance-this indicates need for service.  
FEATURES  
The PMC-CX was built to give Carl Cox what he  
always wanted. A solid, reliable, high quality mixer, that  
has enough features to allow him to give 110% during  
every performance, every time. Specifically the  
PMC-CX includes a number of features that will  
definitely give you a lot more creative freedom whilst "in  
the mix". Such as 3 band isolators & great high, low and  
notch filters on each PGM, a master out isolator  
section with anti phase and a matrix input control so you  
can mix in and out of inputs quickly and easily.  
Regardless of your skill level you will find the CX  
enjoyable and easy to use because of its layout and  
great features, but you will fall in love with it because of  
its high quality components and design.  
3 Band Isolators on each PGM  
The PMC-CX features a superb 3-band isolator on  
each PGM. The isolators on the PMC-CX offer  
infinity cut (100%) with a boost of +4dB. This means  
that you can cut out 100% of the Low, Mid and Highs or  
boost them by 4dB. In addition to being able to make  
adjustments using the isolator volume knobs, the  
isolator feature is selectable to either on or off. When  
used in tandem with the Matrix Input Assign feature a  
user can set up the isolator levels for one track across all  
three PGMs and then use the input faders or cross  
fader to control what is heard (PGM1 = Low cut,  
PGM2 = Mid cut & PGM3 = high cut). By using the  
system this way there is more precise control and a lot  
more room for dynamic (physical) changes in the  
frequency structure of a particular track.  
Matrix Input Assign  
The matrix input assign on the PMC-CX is an  
innovative and useful feature that allows you to select or  
route any input source on/to any channel. On the  
PMC-CX you are able to route inputs connected on one  
channel to any other channel. It is also possible to  
route the one input signal across all three PGMs with  
this feature, for more information read below.  
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CROSS FADER  
PROGRAM SECTION  
iISOLATOR ON/OFF SWITCH  
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Change to "CF-50"  
When set to "OFF", a full range signal is transmitted  
regardless of the position of any isolator controls.  
q Remove the fader knob and 4 screws which fix the crossfader panel, and the carefully remove the panel. (See fig-e)  
w Remove the 2 screws affixing the crossfader. (See fig-f)  
oHI PASS FILTER SWITCH  
e Carefully remove the multi-cable connector from the fader unit. (See fig-g)  
On each PGM is a Hi Pass Filter Switch. Pressing this  
switch activates the high pass filter and when on the  
indicator LED will illuminate. The cut off frequencies  
for this filter can be adjusted by the SWEEP volume  
rotary dial !. If this switch is pressed simultaneously  
with the Low Pass Filter switch the resulting effect is a  
Notch Pass Filter.  
r Remove the fader knob and the fader panel of the new CF-50. (See fig-h)  
t Attach the fader panel to the new CF-50.  
y Replace the fader unit making sure to that the connector wires are securely fastened before carefully positioning the fader unit  
and affixing screws.  
fig-e  
fig-f  
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!LOW PASS FILTER SWITCH  
On each PGM is a LOW pass filter switch. Pressing this  
switch activates the low pass filter for that PGM. When  
on the indicator LED will be illuminated and this filter  
will remove sound frequencies below the cut off point.  
The cut off point can be adjusted by using the SWEEP  
volume rotary dial !. If this switch is pressed  
simultaneously with the High Pass Filter switch the  
resulting effect is a Notch Pass Filter.  
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!SWEEP VOLUME  
This rotary dial is used to adjust the filter cut off points on  
each PGM. A rotation to the left will result in a movement  
away from the High frequencies towards the Low  
frequencies. Vice versa a movement to the right will result  
in a movement away from the Low frequencies towards the  
High frequencies.  
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!C.F. ASSIGN SWITCH  
Assigns the signals from each of the PGM channels to either  
side of the crossfader or to MASRER OUT. There are three  
positions;  
qPHONO / LINE SELECTOR  
Selects the signal (PHONO or LINE) to be sent to each  
INPUT. All phono inputs are RIAA equalized. Connect  
the output of a CD player, MD player, and tape deck to  
the line input.  
A ⋯⋯⋯⋯The PGM is sent to the "A" position or left  
fig-g  
fig-h  
position of the crossfader.  
MASTER The PGM is sent directly to the master out.  
B ⋯⋯⋯⋯The PGM is sent to the "B" position or right  
side of the crossfader.  
wINPUT ASSIGN SWITCH  
Selects the input to be sent to each PGM channel.  
ePGM TRIM VOLUME  
!CUE SWITCH  
Adjusts the input level of each PGM channel. PGM  
LEVEL METER to indicate at about 0dB.  
Sends a signal from each PGM to the monitor section for  
headphone monitoring. When switch is on, an indicator  
lights up.  
rPGM BALANCE VOLUME  
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.  
!INPUT LEVEL VOLUME  
Adjusts the Input level of each program. Typically this  
fader is set to a position of 7-8. This fader is user  
replaceable and may be changed easily by following this  
users guide's instructions carefully. See "HOW TO  
CHANGE THE FADER UNIT".  
tPGM ISOLATOR HI  
Adjusts the HI frequency level of each PGM.  
*Replace this fader with a Vestax IF-500 replacement  
inputfader.  
yPGM ISOLATOR MID  
Adjusts the MID frequency level of each PGM.  
uPGM ISOLATOR LOW  
Adjusts the LOW frequency level of each PGM.  
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HOW TO CHANGE THE FADER UNIT  
REAR PANEL  
MIC / LINE SECTION  
@SUB MIC LEVEL VOLUME  
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50  
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Adjusts the input level of the SUB MIC input.  
#MAIN MIC / SUB LINE SELECTOR  
Selects between MAIN MIC and SUB LINE input.  
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52  
#MIC / LINE EQ VOLUME  
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30  
31  
Adjusts the HI and LOW frequencies for the signal  
chosen by MAIN MIC / SUB LINE SELECTOR.  
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#MIC / LINE LEVEL VOLUME  
Adjusts the input level of the MAIN MIC or SUB LINE  
input.  
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47  
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#MIC / LINE CUE SWITCH  
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MAIN/SUB MIC JACK  
[MAIN MIC: XLR JACK (BALANCED), SUB MIC:  
PHONE JACK (UNBALANCED)]  
Input jack for MIC.  
Sends the signal from the MIC or LINE channel to the  
monitor section for headphone monitoring. When switch is  
on, an indicator lights up.  
$MASTER OUT 1/2 JACK  
[1/4' PHONE JACK (UNBALANCED), XLR JACK  
(BALANCED]  
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Connect to the input on a power amplifier. These jacks are  
Phone type for consumer applications. This mixer has two  
sets of MASTER OUT jacks so that the each output level  
can be set separately. Therefore, the MASTER OUT can  
be used for main output or sub output IE. One for the  
main area and the other for entrance.  
#LINE INPUT JACK  
[LINE: RCA PIN JACK, SUB LINE: 1/4' PHONE JACK  
(UNBALANCED)]  
Input connectors for line level equipment such as CD  
players, CD-R/RW players, MD players, tape decks,  
DVD players, DAT and VTR etc.  
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MASTER OUT LEVEL SELECT SWITCH [-10/0dB]  
Select the attenuation level for the BOOTH OUT.  
MONITOR SECTION  
$PHONO INPUT JACK  
[RCA PIN JACK]  
$MASTER LOOP SEND JACK  
[1/4'PHONE JACK]  
#SPLIT / STEREO SELECTOR  
Input jacks for turntables. Connect turntables equipped  
with MM (pick up) cartridge.  
When this switch is set to "SPLIT", the master signal is  
always heard through the right ear-cup of the headphone.  
The signal selected by each CUE SWITCH will be heard  
in the left ear-cup. This enables both programs to be  
monitored simultaneously, thus assisting in beat mixing.  
When this switch is set to "STEREO" no master output is  
heard in the headphones, and only the signal selected by  
each CUE SWITCH will be heard in both ear-cups.  
Connects the input terminal of an external effector.  
(Delay, Reverb, etc.)  
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$GND TERMINAL  
Connect this terminal to the ground lead of the turntable.  
This will help to reduce unnecessary noise.  
%MASTER LOOP RCV JACK  
[1/4'PHONE JACK]  
Connects the output terminal of an external effector.  
$INPUT LEVEL SELECT SWITCH[-10/0dB]  
Select the attenuation level for the input.  
%POWER SWITCH  
Power on/off.  
$BOOTH OUT JACK  
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#HEADPHONE EQ VOLUME  
Adjusts the HI and LOW frequencies for Headphone  
monitoring.  
[1/4' PHONE JACK (UNBALANCED), XLR JACK  
(BALANCED)]  
%AC IN JACK  
Connect the Vestax AC-20 , AC adaptor.  
Connects to the DJ booth monitors. This signal is identical to the  
HEADPHONE OUT signal.  
#HEADPHONE LEVEL VOLUME  
Adjusts the headphone monitor level.  
$BOOTH OUT LEVEL SELECT SWITCH  
#PHONES JACK  
Select the attenuation level for the BOOTH OUT.  
Use this jack to connect headphones. Headphones with  
an impedance of 8ohm to 600ohm can be used on this  
unit.  
$MIC MONITOR IN/OUT SWITCH  
Select whether the signal connected to MAIN/SUB MIC  
is mixed with the signal outputted from MASTER  
OUT1/2.  
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*For best sound quality Vestax recommends using  
Headphones with 150ohm impedance.  
$REC OUT JACK  
[RCA PIN JACK]  
Connects to the input jack of a recording device IE, tape  
recorder, MD, DAT, etc. The output level of this jack is  
fixed and does not change with the MASTER LEVEL.  
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HOW TO CHANGE THE FADER UNIT  
INPUT FADER  
MASTER SECTION  
@BOOTH MONITOR EQ VOLUME  
Adjusts the HI/MID/LOW frequencies for the BOOTH  
OUT.  
Change to "IF-500"  
q Remove the fader knob. (See fig-a)  
w Remove the 4 screws which fix the input fader panel to the mixer. (See fig-b)  
@BOOTH MONITOR LEVEL VOLUME  
e Remove the 2 screws which fix the input fader. (See fig-c)  
Adjusts the output level of BOOTH MONITOR.  
r Remove the input fader, and carefully remove the multi-cable connecter from the fader unit. (See fig-d)  
@BOOTH MONITOR MUTE SWITCH  
This switch mute the signal being sent to the BOOTH  
OUT.  
t Replace the fader unit making sure to that the connector wires are securely fastened before carefully positioning the fader unit  
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and affixing with screws.  
@ANTI PHASE ON / OFF SWITCH  
This switch is used to activate an antiphase effect on the  
Master Isolator Section. Essentially, an antiphase flips the  
isolator curve upside down on both the low and mid frequency  
ranges, which thereby creates a reverb type effect on the signal  
being outputted.  
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fig-a  
fig-b  
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15  
21  
@MASTER ISOLATOR HI  
This rotary dial section can be used to isolate the Hi  
frequencies on any MASTER SECTION input signal.  
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@MASTER ISOLATOR MID  
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This rotary dial section can be used to isolate Mid frequencies  
on any MASTER SECTION input signal.  
@MASTER ISOLATOR LOW  
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24  
This rotary dial section can be used to boost the Low  
frequencies on any MASTER SECTION input signal.  
@ISOLATOR ON / OFF SWITCH  
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26  
This switch is used to turn the Master Isolator Volume Section  
either on or off. When set to the "OFF" position the full range  
of input signal being sent to the MASTER section will be  
heard regardless of the position of the Master Isolator Volume  
rotary dials.  
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@CROSS FADER  
Mixes the signals assigned by the CROSSFADER ASSIGN  
SWITCHES to either side of the crossfader. When the  
crossfader is set in the center position, both the left and right  
signals will be heard. This fader is user replaceable and may be  
changed easily by following this user guide's instructions  
carefully. See "HOW TO CHANGE THE FADER UNIT".  
*Replace this fader with a Vestax CF-50 replacement  
inputfader.  
fig-c  
fig-d  
!MASTER LEVEL VOLUME  
Adjusts the signal level outputs from MASTER OUT1/2  
JACKS $ on the rear panel.  
!MASTER CUE SWITCH  
Used to send the signal from MASTER OUT1/2 to the  
monitor section for headphone monitoring. When switch  
is on, an indicator lights up.  
!CF CURVE VOLUME  
djusts the crossfader curve. A clockwise rotation gives a  
sleep crossfade which is good for scratching and cutting.  
whereas a counter clockwise rotation gives a gentle  
crossfade, good for long running mixes.  
!MASTER LEVEL METER  
The VU analog level meters indicate the L and R outputs.  
!PGM LEVEL METER  
The LED bar level meters indicate the PGM channel.  
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BLOCKDIAGRAM  
High Pass, Low Pass & Notch Filter (effect) on each PGM  
Suitable for all DJs  
On the PMC-CX each PGM has a filter effect section With more than enough creative room for even the  
with a high pass, low pass and (when pressed  
together) a notch filter. These filters are used to alter the  
frequency response of a given audio signal in either an  
extreme or subtle manner  
most experimental DJs the PMC-CX is truly suitable for  
almost any type of DJ. In addition to the features  
above, there are a number of other features that make  
this mixer very user friendly whether you are a hobby  
DJ, a professional touring DJ or a club install user.  
The large analogue VU meters allow you to easily  
view the output level and safely stay within a suitable  
range. The large open design of this mixer means  
that you can accurately and quickly get to all features in  
any environment (dark or light) even if you are  
endowed with big fingers. For install users the booth,  
master out and input levels can be attenuated keeping  
expensive sounds systems safe from over zealous  
users. For those users who need scratch capabilities (Hip  
Hop, drum & bass etc) the cross fader (VCA PCV  
type fader) curve is adjustable from a steep to gentle  
slope. The booth output section has its own 3-Band EQ  
and the headphone section has its own 2-Band EQ.  
Add in the MIC features and this mixer is perfect for  
Mobile DJs who desire the quality of this top line  
model from Vestax. In all, the PMC-CX was  
designed by a great mixer to be used as a great mixer.  
Master Isolator with Antiphase  
On the master output of the PMC-CX we have  
incorporated one of Carl's favorite Vestax units, the  
DCR-1200, a 3 Band Isolator with Antiphase. Using  
the master isolator allows finer control over the cut  
and or boost of the low, mid and high ranges when the  
effect is set to on. Obviously when set to off, only the  
PGM features will effect the sound. When combined  
with antiphase it is possible to create sensational  
reverb like effects over the whole mix. Antiphase  
flips the isolator curve upside down on both the low and  
mid frequency ranges (there is no need for a high  
antiphase as it is out of our human hearing range).  
FUNCTIONS  
TOP PANEL  
M IC/LIN E SECTIO N  
PRO G RAM SECTIO N  
M ASTER SECTIO N  
M O N ITO R SECTIO N  
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SPECIFICATION  
NOM INAL INPUT M AXIM UM INPUT  
IM PEDANCE  
1.0K  
IM P O R T A N T S A FE G U A R D S  
READ BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT  
M AIN M ICXLR FEM ALE 2PIN HOT BALANCED  
SUB M IC φ6.3 PHONE JACK UNBALANCED  
PHONO 1~4 L R (RCA PIN JACK)  
LINE 1~4 SUB L/R RCA PIN JACK)  
-50dBv  
-50dBv  
-46dBv  
0dBv  
-35dBv  
-35dBv  
-35dBv  
+12dB  
-50.  
-46.  
1.0K  
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.  
INPUT  
/
59KΩ  
+14d  
0dBv  
SECTION  
35KΩ  
M ASTER LOOP RCVφ6.3 PHONE JACK UNBALANCED)  
0dBv  
+12dB  
50KΩ  
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.  
RATED OUTPUT M AXIM UM OUTPUT  
IM PEDANCE  
       
instructions should be read before the appliance  
is operated.  
M ASTER1/2 L  
M ASTER1/2 L  
/
RXLR M ALE 2PIN HOT BALANCED)  
+4dBv  
0dB,-10dB  
-10dB  
+22dB  
+22dB  
+12dB  
+22dB  
+22dB  
+22dB  
190m W  
600Ωover/150Ω 0dBv  
10KΩover/220Ω +4dB  
/
Rφ6.3 PHONE JACK UNBALANCED)  
2. Retain instructions-The safety and operating  
instructions should be retained for future  
reference.  
REC OUTRCA PIN JACK)  
10KΩ  
0dBv  
OUTPUT  
SECTION  
11. Lightning-For added protection for this product  
during 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.  
BOOTH L/RXLR M ALE 2PIN HOT BALANCED)  
+4dBv  
600Ωover/150Ω 0dBv  
10KΩover/220Ω     
10KΩover/220Ω 0dB  
8Ωover/47Ω  
3. Heed Warnings-All warnings on the appliance  
and in the operating instructions should be  
adhered to.  
BOOTH L/Rφ6.3 PHONE JACK UNBALANCED  
0dB,-10dB  
0dBv  
M ASTER LOOP SENDφ6.3 PHONE JACK UNBALANCED)  
4. Follow Instructions-All operating and use  
instructions should be followed.  
HEADPHONE(φ6.3 PHONE JACK)  
M IC  
30Hz~20KHz ±3dB  
30Hz~20KHz ±1.5dB  
>60dB  
POW ER SUPPLY  
AC20V 30HzdB  
FREQUENCY  
RESPONSE  
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.  
LINE  
M IC  
POW ER REQUIREM ENT  
 DIM ENSION(W ×H×D)  
W EIGHT  
45W  
B
482×122×308(m m )  
A
6. Attachments-Do not use attachments not  
recommended by the product manufacturer as  
they may cause hazards.  
S/N RATIO  
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.  
LINE  
>75dB  
7.0kg m )  
CROSSFADER CROSSTALK  
     
>80dB  
7. Water and Moisture-Do not use this product near  
water-for example, near a dath tub, wash bowl,  
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement,  
or near a swimming pool, and the like.  
CHANNEL CROSSTALK  
FADER ATTENUATION  
>65dB  
>80dB  
14. Servicing-Do not attempt to service product  
yourself as opening or removing covers may  
expose you to dangerrous voltage or other  
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified  
sersonnel.  
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  
sholud 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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