Knowledgebase
Q: Is it possible to run a send and return on the AUX channel so that
all channels are affected by the effect? Can I use a chaos pad to
affect the main out channels by coming out the control room channel,
through the chaos pad and back into the mixer thro...
While it won't necessarily damage the mixer, a latching pedal will not
work with the built-in digital effect processors of the Powerpod, MU,
AM and other series' of mixers. It is not advised that customers use
such pedals.
Q: Does the PM 801 have individual OUTPUTS (for each channel) that are
controlled by the LEVEL?
A: The PM801 has a main output, as well as an RCA pre-fader output
that equally mixes the signal from all inputs, bypassing the level and
tone controls (ther...
There are a few things you must ensure to get the effect processor to
work. First, make sure the channels effect send knob is set to an
acceptable degree (preferably in the middle). Secondly, the effect
drive knob on the processor should also be set to al...
Any generic foot switches with momentary contact (ie. non-latching
type) will be suitable for the Powerpod Mixer. Roland/BOSS offer the
FS-5U is a momentary unlatching footswitch. Phonic does not currently
manufacture footswitches.
Our sound systems can be friend, or seem like foe. As worship leaders,
praise musicians, or pastors, we are usually entirely dependent on
acoustic technology, and the faithful and courageous folks who do
their best to manage sound every week. One of the r...
Q: How would I hook up a processor to my MU/AM mixer so that it allows
me to get just the processed sound and not the original?
A: You would plug the EFX send from the mixer into the input of your
effects unit and the output of the effects unit into the...
You would connect the EFX or AUX send of the mixer to the input of
your effects unit and the output of the effects unit to the EFX or AUX
return on the mixer. If you want to get only the effected sound
returned , set the balance on the effect unit to 100%...
You can use the AM/MU series mini stereo jack (not featured on all
models) for the mixer-PC connection. You may also purchase an
appropriate y-cable with RCA plugs on one end (to connect to your Rec
out) and a single mini-stereo plug on the other (to conn...
Sonic Station 16 has 8 direct outputs - one each on channels 1 through
8. They are unbalanced 1/4" TS jacks, which send the signal
post-fader, post-EQ, post-Low-cut filter, post-Mute.
When connecting 4 speakers to the RoadGear, the total loading for each
power amplifier channel should not be lower than 4 ohms. Therefore,
the impedance of each speaker should be 8 ohms or greater. The two
RoadGear speakers can be used in this case, as we...
The Studio Wizard needs to be plugged in and turned on for any of the
routing to occur.
As Phonic doesn't make flight cases, and we currently don't have any
plans to begin producing such cases, we can only suggest that any
flight case based on a regular sized console should suffice for
travel. In the even that one of our mixers has unique di...
Follow the instructions below to hear individual input channels
through your headphones or control room monitors. Depending on your
model, however, these steps may vary slightly.
* Set the EFX send and channel level controls to an appropriate
level.
...
Q: Will the adjustments I make on the Powerpod K-12s main EQ be
applied to the mono output?
A: Yes, when the graphic EQ is turned on and MAIN is selected, then
the frequency changes also affect the mono output.
The Powerpod 1860 Deluxe, K-12 and K-16 all have a headphone output
with its own volume control, while models from the Powerpod 1062
Deluxe and below do not.
As the Powerpod 408 only has one power amplifier, there is no
difference between connecting the speakers individually or both to one
output. In essence, connecting two speakers individually is the same
as connecting two speakers in parallel. However it sh...
A few messages have reached us, and weve discovered that certain
Powerpod 620s were shipped with the Digital Effect Processor in
stand-by mode (obvious by the 2 small flashing lights within the EFX
display).
This may not be a problem for those with foot...
Q: Im very interested in the 442D, because I need a little mixer. Im
producing with just a Laptop, 2 Synths and turntables so my Question
is: Is it possible to prelisten the audio signal on Channel 1 via
Headphone (Fader is low!) while Ch. 2 is on full vo...
Q: The manual for my mixer advises that disconnecting the ring-pin
will prevent damage to the mixer from sending unbalanced signals from
the main outputs. How do I do this?
A: Since the publication of the manual, we've ensured that using an
unbalanced c...
Though advertised as including stereo power amplifiers, some users
have been surprised to find that their audio is coming out mono. Just
to clarify, the power amplifiers in the Powerpods 620 and 740 are
indeed stereo - and they work independently of one a...
There are two necessary parts for the RoadGear to run on battery
power:
* BP-RG RoadGear Battery Pack
* CV-RG DC-DC Power Converter
Under normal operating conditions with average power consumption the
battery pack provides 3-4 hours of continuous o...
The Powerpod K-12, K-16 and 1860 Deluxe all featured what are referred
to as combo jacks. These jacks are able to accept both XLR microphone
inputs and 1/4 phone jacks.
NOTE: Powerpod K-12, Powerpod K-16 and Powerpod 1860 Deluxe have been
discontinued a...
Customers who need a replacement / new power supply for an AM, MU, MM
mixer can contact the distributor in their country. They should be
able to offer an appropriate replacement supply. Many customers ask
whether they can buy directly from us and while ex...
There has been some confusion over the ZX zone mixers ducking depth
function lately. Many people have been wondering why their microphones
do not work when trying to use this function. A paging control should
be used together with the microphone to effect...
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