PHONIC POWERPOD 620R (01) PDF Document

The PHONIC POWERPOD 620R includes the following features:

• 100W + 100W/4 ohms amplifier for main 1 / main 2 or main/monitor (Bridge mono, 200W/8 ohms)

• 32-bit digital stereo multi-effect processor with 16 programs plus foot switch

• Stereo 7-band graphic equalizers

• 6 balanced mic inputs through XLR jacks

• 8 line inputs through 1/4″ jacks

• 2 Super Hi-Z inputs optimized for direct input of acoustic electric guitars and electric guitars or basses

• 2 built-in limiters

• 2-band channel EQ

• Pad control on channel 1~4

• Monitor and effect sends on each input channel

• 1 Aux input

• +48V phantom power for input channels 1 to 4

• Record output with trim control for recording level matching

• Mains power switchable between 115VAC and 230VAC

• USB recorder and playback device for capturing all performances with ease

To get started with your PHONIC POWERPOD 620R, follow these steps:

1. Turn all power off on the mixer. The AC cable should not be connected to the unit.

2. Set all faders and level controls to the lowest level to ensure no sound is inadvertently sent through the outputs when the device is switched on.

3. Plug all necessary instruments and equipment into the device’s various inputs as required. This may include line signal devices, microphones, guitars, keyboards, etc.

4. Plug any necessary equipment into the device’s various outputs, such as speakers, monitors, signal processors, or recording devices. Note: Only speakers should be connected to the power amp outputs. Guitar cables should not be used to connect amplifiers to speakers.

5. Plug the supplied AC cable into the AC inlet on the back of the device, ensuring the local voltage level is identical to that selected by the Voltage Selector on the rear of your device.

6. Plug the supplied AC cable into a power outlet of a suitable voltage.

7. Turn the power switch on.

To ensure the correct audio levels for each input channel, follow this procedure:

1. First, set every channel fader to 0.

2. Choose the channel you wish to set the level for. Send a signal to that channel similar to the signal it will receive during normal use. For example, if a microphone is connected, speak or sing at the same level the performer would. If a guitar is plugged in, it should be played as it normally would be. It’s best to have nothing plugged into channels not being set.

3. The channel is now ready to be used; you can stop making the audio signal.

4. Select the next channel to set and repeat steps 1 through 3.

The PHONIC POWERPOD 620R features several types of inputs for flexibility:

1. XLR Lo-Z Inputs: These inputs accommodate a wide range of microphones, including professional condenser, dynamic, or ribbon microphones with standard XLR male connectors. They feature low-noise preamplifiers for clear sound. When using condenser microphones, phantom power should be activated. For unbalanced microphones, ensure phantom power is off.

2. 1/4″ Hi-Z and Super Hi-Z Input Jacks: These accept typical 1/4″ TRS or TS unbalanced inputs. The Hi-Z inputs accept balanced TRS inputs for line-level devices like synthesizers. The Super Hi-Z inputs accept TS unbalanced sources with higher impedance levels, such as electric guitars and basses. When using a line-level device, the PAD -25 button should be initiated.

3. Stereo Channel Inputs: The mixer provides 2 stereo input channels. These include 3-pin XLR inputs for microphones and two 1/4″ TS jacks for stereo line-level devices like keyboards. To use a mono device, plug it into the left (mono) stereo input; the signal will be duplicated to the right channel.

Tape In (L and R): These inputs accommodate RCA cables from devices like tape and CD players. A mini stereo jack is also included for devices such as mini disc (MD), portable CD, MP3 players, and laptops. The signal is directed to the Tape In mixing bus.

Record Outputs (L and R): These outputs use RCA cables to connect to a variety of recording devices. Mini stereo jacks are also included for devices like MD players and laptops. A trim control is featured to match levels with different recording devices.

AUX Inputs: This TS input connects the mixer with external parallel devices like sub-mixers or external effects processors, feeding the signal to the AUX mixing buses.

Monitor Outputs: These 1/4″ TS outputs are the final output from the Monitor send mixing bus. This feed can be used to connect to an amplifier and speaker, allowing artists to monitor their own instruments or vocals on stage via floor monitors.

Main Outputs: These jacks output the final stereo line-level signal from the main mixing bus. They are used to send the main output to external devices like additional power amplifiers or PA systems running in parallel with the mixer.

Speaker Outputs (Rear Panel): These 1/4″ Phone Jacks connect to speakers and are fed from the internal power amp. The Amp Select switch determines their operation:

• Main 1-2 or Main / Moni mode: A single speaker with a 4 to 8 ohm load can be connected to jack A on both the Main 1 and Main 2 Speaker Outputs. Alternatively, you can connect two speakers with impedances between 8 and 16 ohms to both jacks A and B of the Main 1 and Main 2 Speaker Outputs.

• Bridge Mono mode: Use the Speaker Output labeled “Bridge” only to connect a Speaker with a loading between 8 and 16 ohms.

Note: These ports should be used with passive speakers only to avoid equipment damage.

Each channel on the PHONIC POWERPOD 620R has the following controls:

14. HIGH (High Frequency) Control: Provides a shelving boost or cut of ±15 dB to high-frequency (12 kHz) sounds, adding crispness to guitars, cymbals, and synthesizers.

15. LOW (Low Frequency) Control: Provides a shelving boost or cut of ±15 dB to low-frequency (80 Hz) sounds, adding warmth and punch to drums and bass guitars.

16. MON (Monitor) Level Control: Alters the signal level sent to the Monitor mixing buses for stage monitors.

17. EFX (Effect) Level Control: Alters the signal level sent to the EFX output for external signal processors. It also adjusts the level of audio sent to the built-in digital effect panel.

18. Channel Level Control: Alters the signal level sent from the corresponding channel to the Main mixing bus.

19. PAD -25 Button: Located on mono channels, this button attenuates the input signal by 25 dB. It should be pushed in when using line-level input devices.

20. Digital Effects On and Indicator: This button turns the digital effects on and off. The LED illuminates when EFX are active. When EFX are on, they can be bypassed using a footswitch connected to the footswitch jack.

21. Program Control: This control allows you to select one of the 16 built-in digital effects. The effect names corresponding to the numbers are found on the top of the mixer’s face or in the digital effect table.

22. Parameter Control: Turning this control will adjust the one main parameter of the selected effect. Each effect’s parameter can be found in the digital effect table.

23. AUX In Control: Adjusts the final level of the AUX in input that is sent to the Main mixing bus.

24. Tape In: Adjusts the final level of the Tape in input that is sent to the Main mixing bus.

25. Graphic Equalizers: A stereo 7-band equalizer allows you to adjust the frequency response for both the Main and Monitor signals, with a maximum of ±12 dB of boost or cut for each frequency band.

26. Phantom Power Switch and Indicator: Activates +48V of phantom power for the XLR inputs on channels 1 to 4, for use with condenser microphones. The LED illuminates when phantom power is active.

27. Amp Select Switches: Controls the routing of the built-in power amp. You can select: Main/Monitor, Main 1 / Main 2, or Main Bridge. When using a mono bridge connection, use only the “Bridge” speaker jack.

28. Monitor Level Control: Adjusts the final signal level sent to all Monitor outputs.

29. Main Level Control: Adjusts the final signal level sent to the Main 1-2 and Speaker outputs.

30. Level Meter: Provides a visual indication of the audio levels for the Main 1/2 and Monitor outputs. The 0 dB indicator is approximately equal to an output level of +4 dBu. For best results, set levels so the meter sits steadily between 0 and the second highest indicated level.

31. Power Indicator: This LED illuminates when the mixer’s power is activated.

The USB player supports WAV, WMA, and MP3 playback. Follow these steps:

1. Power on the device.

2. Insert an appropriately formatted (FAT32) USB flash drive.

3. On the main menu, select “Playback” and press the PLAY button.

4. Press the PLAY button to play the current track, or use the << and >> buttons to skip forward and backward between tracks.

5. Press the MENU button while in Playback mode to access the File Browser, Delete File, Repeat Mode, and Volume Control functions.

6. Press and hold the MENU button for three seconds to exit playback mode and return to the main menu.

Folders: Navigate songs in each folder using the << and >> buttons. Press PLAY to select a folder, and press MENU to go back.

Repeat Modes:

• No Repeat: Play each file in the current folder or root once.

• Repeat one: Constantly repeats the selected song.

• Repeat Folder: Constantly repeats all songs in the current folder or root.

• Random: Enables random playback of files in the current folder or root.

You can record high-definition WAV format audio using these steps:

1. Power on the device.

2. Insert an appropriately formatted (FAT32) USB flash drive.

3. In the main menu, select “Record” and press the PLAY button to enter recording mode.

4. Select between the 128 kbit/s and 192 kbit/s WAV recording modes and press the PLAY button.

5. Record mode will begin in standby/pause. Push the Play/Pause button to begin recording. The unit will save the recorded file into the RECORD directory on the USB device.

6. Push the Play/Pause button to pause recording. Pushing the Play/Pause button again will resume recording from the position at which it was paused.

7. Press the MENU button at any time to save the recording. Once the recording is saved, the system will automatically skip to the next track.

8. To exit out of the playback mode and return to the main menu, press and hold the MENU button for three seconds.

Note: The USB rotary control adjusts playback level only and does not affect recording levels. The only level controls that affect the recording level are those on the individual input channels. Users may experience very short dropouts during playback of recorded WAV files.

To ensure safe operation of your PHONIC POWERPOD 620R, please adhere to the following instructions:

• Read and keep these instructions for future reference.

• Heed all warnings and follow all instructions provided in the user manual.

• Do not use this apparatus near water or in locations where condensation may occur.

• Clean only with a dry cloth. Unplug the apparatus before cleaning.

• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, stoves, or other heat-producing apparatus.

• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.

• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched.

• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods.

• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

• Do not expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing, and do not place objects filled with liquids on it.

• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.