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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.
BackPanelOverview
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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,
C
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
%
THD @ 12 Watts / 4Ohm 20Hz-20kHz
Amplifier Signal to Noise Ratio
75dB
>
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
PIN 2
PIN 3
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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