User Manual
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3. lt Others gt DC IN Connector XLR 4 32 type male Input voltage DC10V to DC 24V DC OUT Connector Hirose 4 pin female Applicable plug Hirose HR10A 7P 4P Output voltage DC7 2V 24V Max 0 5A Performance Frequency response LINEIN MAIN OUT 20Hz to 20kHz 1dB reference level MIC IN MAIN OUT 40Hz to 20kHz 1dB reference level HEADPHONES 320 load 25mW output power 20Hz to 20kHz S N ratio A weighted LINE INPUT GAIN 4 dBu 808B or better MIC INPUT GAIN 70dBu 5588 or better equivalent input noise 125 dBu Total harmonic distortion 0 1 orless at 1 kHz Headphones residual noise PHONES level control at minimum 72 dBV or less A weighted Crosstalk 70 dBor less at 1kHz Phantom power P48 phantom 48V and T12 A B 12V power supply circuit for each input channel T12 power supply can be disabled or enabled using the status mode 21 HPF High pass filter 40Hz to 300Hz 12dB oct The cutoff frequency is continuously sweepable Slate microphone slate tone Slate tone 1kHz Slate microphone built in the unit Level meter VU and peak level meters Stereo mono metering selectable Limiter Attack time approximately 5 msec Release time approximately 200 msec Threshold level 6dBu or 12dBu at 4dBu output level Ratio 3 1 or 5 1 Threshold level and ratio can be selected using the status mode External dimensions 210 W
4. You can monitor signals from the AUX IN input as well as you can mix them with the main input signals By connecting the AUX OUT output to the AUX IN input of another FM 3 you can cascade two FM 3 mixers You can connect a microphone or line level source to each of the INPUT 1 through 3 inputs The unit can provide P48 or T12 power to a condenser microphone connected to each input Both 1 4 inch phone jack and stereo mini jack are provided for headphone monitoring You can use two stereo headphones simultaneously The monitor select switch allows you to select the signal for headphone monitoring In addition the PFL Pre Fader Listen switch allows you to directly monitor each of INPUT 1 through 3 signals The output level of the MAIN OUT L R and SUB OUT outputs can be independently selected from 4 dBu 0 dBu 20 dBu and 60 dBu Display and control features The 128 x 64 dot matrix display using organic EL devices shows the VU needle and peak bar graph meters simultaneously You can select the meter display mode from stereo mono left and mono right Each input channels provides the trim control and two color peak indicator for optimum level adjustment Frequently used controls such as the input trim controls channel faders monitor related switches etc are placed on the front panel for central control The input trim HPF and master level controls are push locked type You can make them flat with the
5. 3 Alkakine LR6 Approx 7 5 hours Approx 6 0 hours Ni MH SANYO eneloop Approx 8 0 hours Approx 6 5 hours Ni MH SANYO 2700mAh Approx 9 5 hours Approx 8 0 hours lt Note 1 gt The operation time data shown above is for refer ence only The actual operation time depends on the opera tional condition or circumstance lt Note 2 gt The more time the nickel hydride battery is charged or discharged the maximum capacity decreases lt Note 3 gt The data shown above is measured using nickel hydride batteries that has been fully charged just before Because a nickel hydride battery self discharges it is rec ommended to charge nickel hydride batteries just before using Also it is recommended to use batteries whose self discharge rate is low e g SANYO eneloop lt Note 4 gt Use eight batteries of the same type and same capacity lt Memo gt Lower the operation temperature is shorter the life of a primary battery e g alkaline is When you use the unit in a place where temperature is low it is recommended to use nickel hydride batteries PEAK LCR External dimensions PEAK LCR PEAK LCR 4o OF METER POWER 522 SLATE STATUS h tk Ry 23 156 Declaration of EC Directive This equipment is compatible with the EMC Directive 2004 108 EC Directive on approximation of m
6. Scale Time 1610416 5 2 2sec Internal battery selection ALKALI When you use alkaline batteries select this option Ni MH When you use nickel hydride batteries select this option lt Note gt This setting allows the EMPTY indicator and the alert for battery exchange work correctly according to the battery type When you operate the unit on internal battery power this item should be set correctly Battery life depends on the bat tery type battery condition and usage environment It is rec ommended to exchange batteries when the EMPTY indicator starts flashing INT DC Alkali Ni MH EXT DC EMPTY indicator flashing Condition approximately 30 Lessthan Less than Less than minutes before batteries are 87V 87V 70V completely exhausted Less than Less than 70V 80V Less than Less than Less than 61V 6 1 V 6 1 V Alert for battery exchange Audio mute Please change battery is shown as alert for battery exchange System status display On the system status display not only you can see the following information but also you can reset the time display and initialize the flash memory E STATUS SYSTEM 1 Power voltage EXT DC or INT DC This item shows the voltage of the current power source When the POWER switch is set to INT this item shows INT DC and the voltage of the internal batteries Wh
7. V phantom power set the switch to P48 When you connect a condenser microphone that requires T 12 power A B 12 V such as Sennheiser 4161 set the switch to P48 When you connect a dynamic microphone set the switch to DM lt gt If you do not need T12 12 V power supply capability you can disable this capability from the input status display By default it is enabled See page 16 for details Mono metering L B 7 9 s hj 7 2 Adjust the display brightness if required When the unit is shipped the display brightness is set to Level 3 You can change it to the optimum brightness according to the circumstance See page 14 for details INPUT 2 LINE Preparation of monitoring 1 Connect headphones to the 1 4 inch PHONES jack on the front panel or the mini phone PHONES jack on the right side panel You can use both the 1 4 inch and mini phone jacks simultaneously 2 Set the monitor select switch to ST and adjust the monitor level using the PHONE control 4j FM 3 PORTABLE MIXER MAIN OUT E MAIN OUT R EIE S 5 TAPEOUT Master fader reference setting 1 Turn down the rotary faders on input channels 1 through 3 2 Set the SLATE switch on the front panel to 1k upper position 3 Setthe MASTER L and R faders to the two o clock position marked in orange so t
8. or D The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance or E The appliance has been dropped or the enclosure damaged Servicing The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel The appliance should be situated away from drops of water or spray of water Objects containing liquid such as vase must not be put on the appliance The appliance is not completely isolated from the power supply even if the power switch is at off position Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer An appliance with a protective earth terminal should be connected to a mains outlet with a protective earth connection An appliance should be placed in a position where an AC plug inlet can be easily pulled out by hand Main plug is used as the disconnection device It shall remain readily operable and should not be obstructed during intended use To be completely disconnected the apparatus from supply mains the mains plug of the apparatus shall be disconnected from the mains socket outlet completely Important Safety Instructions Read these instructions 11 Keep these instructions 12 Heed al
9. x 57 H x 156 D mm Including protrusions Weight approximately 1 2kg not including the intemal batteries Power Internal batteries Eight AA batteries alkaline 12V nickel hydride 9 6V Power requirement DC7 2 to 12V Extemal power supply Optional AC adaptor Recommended extemal battery voltage DC12 to 24V Power requirement DC9 to 24V Power consumption Approximately 4 0W Operation condition Temperature 10 C to 50 C Humidity 85 or less no moisture condensation Power voltage deviation DC9V to 24V Supplied accessories Battery box Owner s manual 22 Operation time with batteries for reference Measurement condition 20 C temperature 60 humidity Battery type Microphone power supply OFF DM ON P48 x 3 Alkakine LR6 Approx 7 0 hours Approx 5 0 hours Ni MH SANYO eneloop Approx 7 5 hours Approx 6 5 hours Ni MH SANYO 2700mAh Approx 9 0 hours Approx 7 5 hours Measurement condition 0 C temperature saturated humidity Approx 3 5 hours Microphone power supply Battery type OFF DM ON P48 x 3 Alkakine LR6 Approx 2 5 hours Ni MH SANYO eneloop Approx 7 5 hours Approx 6 0 hours Ni MH SANYO 2700mAh Approx 9 0 hours Approx 7 0 hours Measurement condition 45 C temperature 60 humidity Microphone power suppl Battery type P OFF DM ON P48 x
10. COLD i gt 4 Rch HOT 5 Rch COLD TO ST BUSS switch ON OFF This switch selects whether or not the input signal from the AUX IN connector is sent to the stereo buss To send the AUX IN signal to the stereo buss set the switch to ON When the switch is set to OFF the AUX IN signal is not sent to the stereo buss Regardless of the switch setting you can monitor the AUX IN signal via headphones 1 2 5 47 3 4 Input select switches LINE MIC Each switch should be set appropriately according to the input signal source LINE You should set the switch to LINE when a line level source is connected to the input connector When it is set to LINE the microphone power supply is auto matically turned off regardless of its setting MIC You should set the switch to MIC when a microphone is connected to the input connector You can supply the microphone power when connecting a condenser microphone see Microphone power supply switch below 12 Microphone power supply switches T12 DM P48 Each switch sets whether or not supplying the microphone power T12 T12 or AB power supply mode A 12 V power is sup plied to the hot terminal of the INPUT connector Memo If you do not need T12 power supply you can disable the power supply via the input status display see page 16 for details DM P48 No microphone power is supplied When you co
11. HOT R COLD 12 SUB OUT level select switch This switch selects the output reference level of the SUB OUT connector You can select the level from 4 dBu O dBu 20 dBu and 60 dBu Battery compartment You can set the battery box that houses eight AA alkaline or nickel hydride batteries see page 6 When you use internal battery power set the POWER switch to INT EJECT LOCK lever This lever locks or unlocks the battery box When you remove the battery box slide down this lever to unlock the battery box see page 6 13 10 11 6 AUX OUT level select switch This switch selects the output reference level of the AUX OUT connector between 10 dBV and 60 dBV AUX OUT select switch This switch selects the output signal source of the AUX OUT connector OFF No signal is output 1 2 Channels 1 and 2 signals are directly output 2 3 Channels 2 and 3 signals are directly output 13 Channels 1 and 3 signals are directly output LR Stereo buss L and R signals are output in stereo L R Stereo buss L and R signals are output in mono AUX OUT jack This jack outputs the signal selected by the AUX OUT select switch described above Connector 23 5 mm stereo mini phone jack TAPE OUT jack This jack outputs the unbalanced stereo buss signal Connector 23 5 mm stereo mini phone jack RTN jack This jack acc
12. JAVIK ICELAND TEL 354 588 5010 FAX 354 588 5011 24 FOR THE US CUSTOMERS ONLY FOSTEX AMERICA LIMITED WARRANTY The following statement defines specific legal rights You may also have additional rights depending on the state in which the Fostex product was purchased WARRANTY PROTECTION All Fostex parts are warranted for one 1 year from the date of original purchase except for recording media such as hard disc drives and compact flash cards heads lamps and fuses which are warranted for one hundred eighty 180 days Fostex America will repair and or replace parts during the term of this warranty Labor costs are also covered by Fostex America for one 1 year from the date of original purchase Except as specified below this warranty covers all defects in material and workmanship in this product The following are not covered by this warranty 1 Batteries 25 Damage to any product that has been altered 3 Damage to any product on which the original serial number has been defaced modified or removed 4 Damage to or deterioration of the external cabinet 5 Damage occurring during shipment of the product NOTE Shipping claims must be presented to the carrier 6 Damage resulting from accident misuse abuse or neglect T Damage resulting from failure to perform routine maintenance and or calibration procedures 8 Damage resulting from failure to follow instruction in the owner s manual 9 Damage
13. L and mono R By default it is set to the stereo mode The meter mode setting remains even after you turn off the unit If you initialize the flash memory using the system status display it is reset to the default setting See page 20 Press the METER key long enough to enter the meter select mode The meter mode icon is shown at the bottom of the display 1 lt Note gt If you do not press any key for approxi mately five seconds while the meter mode icon is shown the icon automatically disappears and the unit exits the meter select mode Press the or key to select the desired meter mode 2 Mono meter R mode Immediately after selecting the desired meter mode press the EDIT key to exit the meter select mode 3 15 Selecting the status display In the status display mode not only you can check the status for the input output meter and system but also you can edit setting 1 Press the STATUS key long enough to enter the status display mode The display shows the input status display 2 Press the or key to select the desired status display Input status display Press the key Press the key Output status display Press the key Press the key Meter status display Press the key System status display Press the EDIT key to exit the status display mode For details about the contents of each status d
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15. Portable Mixer Model FM 3 Thank you very much for purchasing the Fostex FM 3 portable mixer To ensure the best performance read this manual thoroughly before using the unit Keep this manual handy for future reference Table of contents Precautions before using Precautions on installation Input status display T12 power supply mode setting Limiter parameter setting Meter status display Lighting level of peak over indicator battery selection RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE SATE INSTRUCTIONS Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated 2 Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference 3 Heed Warnings All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to 4 Follow Instructions All operating and use instructions should be followed 5 Water and Moisture The appliance should not be used near water for example near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool and the like 6 Carts and Stands The appliance should be us
16. SSER JUSQU AU FOND 12 13 14 15 21 BN 24 The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to cords at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the appliance Cleaning The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer Nonuse Periods The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time Object and Liquid Entry Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings Damage Requiring Service The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when A The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged or B Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the appliance or C The appliance has been exposed to rain
17. You can now edit the threshold level E STATUS OUTPUT 3 Flashing 4 After selecting the desired value press the EDIT long enough to stop flashing 2 By pressing the EDIT key you can alternately flash the THRE and RATIO ET values 5 Press the EDIT key to exit the status display mode To edit the threshold level flash the THRE value EEE Memo The limiter parameter setting remains To edit the ratio flash the RATIO value ESI even after you tum off the unit If you initialize the flash memory using the system status display it is reset to the default setting 5 Flashing Flashing 3 While the THRE value BA or the RATIO is flashing use the or key to select the desired value You can select the THRE value between EE and while you can select the RATIO value between and EST 18 Meter status displa In the following display example both the left and right On the meter status display not only you can see the cur See Parameter details below for the available options rent status of the metering but also you can set param of each parameter eters The following shows the default setting when the unit is shipped Flashing 4 After editing parameters press the EDIT key long enough to stop flashing PP 5 Press the EDIT key to exit the status dis
18. cuit is bypassed By turning the control right from the Off position it clicks and the HPF circuit gets ON active Depending on the position the roll off frequency changes between 40 Hz and 300 Hz 12 dB oct Input trim controls 1 through 3 Each control adjusts the input gain of the corresponding input channel When the input select switch is set to MIC you can adjust the gain between 70 dBu and 30 dBu When the input select switch is set to LINE you can adjust the gain between 20 dBu and 4 dBu Itis recommend to adjust the control so that the PEAK indicator does not light in red at the maximum input level These controls are push locked type Pressing a control puts it to the up position Pressing it again puts it to the down position flat position Channel faders 1through 3 Each fader controls the signal level sent to the stereo buss The scale position in orange shows the reference position Left side panel section INPUT connector 1 through 3 Each connector is used to connect an external audio device or microphone 1 GND HOT COLD AUX IN connector Used to connect a mixer or audio device Not only you can monitor the input signal of this connector you can send the signal to the stereo buss to mix with the main input signals selectable with the TO ST BUSS switch Connector XLR 5 51 type 1 GND 1 2 Lch HOT 3 Lch
19. dBu Maximum input level 5 dBu AUX IN Connector XLR 5 51 type electronically balanced Input impedance 20 or more Nominal input level 4 dBu Maximum input level 29 dBu RTN Connector 23 5mm stereo mini phone jack unbalanced Input impedance 10 KO or more Nominal input level 10 dBV Maximum input level 15 dBV Analog Outputs MAIN OUT L R Connector XLR 3 32 type transformer balanced Applicable load impedance 600 O or more Nominal output level 4 0 20 or 60 dBu switchable Maximum output level 24 20 0 or 40 dBu switchable SUB OUT Connector XLR 5 52 type electronically balanced Applicable load impedance 10 or more Nominal output level 4 O 20 or 60 dBu switchable Maximum output level 24 20 0 or 40 dBu switchable TAPE OUT Connector 3 5mm stereo mini phone jack unbalanced Applicable load impedance 10 or more Nominal output level 10 dBV Maximum output level 10 dBV AUX OUT Connector 2 3 5mm stereo mini phone jack unbalanced Applicable load impedance 10 or more Nominal output level 10 dBV or 60 dBV switchable Maximum output level 10 dBV or 40 dBV switchable Specifications Inputs Outputs PHONES Connectors 1 4 stereo phone jack and 3 5mm stereo mini phone jack Applicable load impedance 8Q or more Maximum output power 50mW at 320 load THD 0 1 or less
20. e you must take it or package it carefully using ample packaging materials to prevent damage during shipment and mail it to the distributor from whom you have purchased this prod uct postage pre paid and insured NOTE Fostex America will not assume responsibility for damages or losses occurred in transit but will reasonably assist the sender in processing any claims whenever possible such as submitting statements to the carriers when applicable Any collect or C O D shipments will be refused In order to obtain warranty repairs you must include the following 1 Date proof of original purchase copy of bill of sale or charge slip 2 A note describing the problem with sufficient particularity to allow Fostex America to inspect or adjust the problem 3 All accessory items appurtenant to that problem LIMITATIONS OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND EXCLUSIONS OF CERTAIN DAMAGES Unless considered unenforceable or unlawful under applicable law A All implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to term of this warranty and to the express coverage of this warranty B Fostex America s liability for any defect product is expressly limited to repair or replacement of the product at the sole discretion and or option of Fostex America Fostex America shall not under any circumstances be liable for 1 Damaged based on inconvenience loss of use of the product loss o
21. e pro cedure described in the next page Memo The T12 disabled enabled setting re mains even after you turn off the unit However if you initialize the flash memory using the system Sen OFF ON LINK status display it is reset to the default setting En eg abled OFF ON ON me E Ramo Em 5 1 AUX OUT switch status Switch Setting OFF 1 2 2 3 13 LR L R en 53 LR AUX OUT level switch Switch setting 510 9 Icon En SUB OUT level switch MAIN OUT L R level switches Switch 44 0 20 60 setting Icon Lo E E 17 LIMITER parameter setting To select the threshold value By setting the LIMITER switch to ON or LINK the lim iter function is enabled and you can apply the limiter to the stereo L R buss The threshold level and ratio compression ratio of the lim iter are set to 12 and 5 1 respectively by default lt Note gt In the following description it is assumed that the LIMITER switch on the front panel is set to ON and the input status display looks as below 1 While the output status display is shown press the EDIT key long enough EH the current THRE value starts flashing quickly
22. e signal level of the corresponding input channel as follows Lighting level Details compared with the reference level Approximately 12dB below Green 8dB the internal maximum level Approximately 3dB below the internal maximum level Red 17dB Pan switches 1 through 3 Each switch set the pan position of the corresponding input signal L The signal is assigned to the left channel of the stereo buss The signal is assigned to both the left and right channels of the stereo buss The signal is assigned to the right channel of the stereo buss C PFL Pre Fader Listen keys 1 through 3 While pressing down the key the pre fader signal before the input channel fader is output from the PHONES jacks In this condition the display shows the PFL signal level metering as below Display The 128 x 64 dot matrix display using organic EL devices shows the VU needle and peak bar graph meters battery status etc When you first turn on the unit after purchasing the stereo VU and peak meters are shown Names and functions Front panel section FM 3 PORTABLE MIXER 10 Memo For details about the contents of the dis play see Display details on page 14 SLATE switch 1k OFF MIC When it is set to Ik a 1 kHz slate tone is generated and sent to the stereo L and busses While you hold it down to MIC the in
23. ed only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer 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 overtum 7 Wall or Ceiling Mounting The appliance should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer 8 Ventilation The appliance should be situated so that its location or position dose not interfere with its proper ventilation For example the appliance should not be situated on a bed sofa rug or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings or placed in a built in installation such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings 9 Heat The appliance should be situated away from heat sources Such as radiators heat registers stoves or other appliances including amplifiers that produce heat 10 Power Sources The appliance should be connected to a power supply only ofthe type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance 11 Grounding or Polarization The precautions that should be taken sothatthe grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT ATTENTION POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES INTRODUIRE LALAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LAFICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POU
24. een spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss Precautions Precautions before using Do not supply the voltage that does not match the voltage requirement of the unit If you operate the unit on battery power use alkaline or nickel hydride batteries If you supply the power to the unit from the AC power outlet only use the optional dedicated Fostex AC adaptor If you use any other AC adaptor the unit may not work correctly and there is a serious risk of damage to the unit If you wish to use the unit in a country where the voltage of the AC power outlet does not match your AC adaptor ask your local Fostex dealer or service station for purchasing an appropriate AC adaptor Note that the AC adaptor can be used both in 50 Hz and 60 Hz areas Do not let water or other liquid or metal objects such as pins accidentally enter the inside of the unit Should water enter the inside of the unit tum off the power unplug the AC adaptor and remove batteries and consult your dealer or the nearest FOSTEX service station Do not drop the unit or give it a strong shock The intemal circuits display or panels may be damaged To prevent possible electric shock and damage to the unit do not remove the cover or reach the inside of the unit l
25. ember 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 ourst 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 June 2009 lt AUSTRIA gt lt ITALY gt NAME ATEC Audio u Videogeraete VertriebsgesmbH NAME Proel S p A ADD Im Winkel 5 A 2325 Velm Austria ADD Zona Via Alla Ruenia 37 43 64027 Sant Omero TEL 43 2234 74004 FAX 43 2234 74074 Teramo Italy TEL 39 0861 81241 FAX 39 0861 887862 lt BELGIUM gt NAME General Audio THE NETHERLANDS ADD Raymond Pelgrimslaan 101 B 1702 Groot NAME IEMKE ROOS AUDIO B V Bijgaarden Belgium ADD Kuiperbergweg 20 1101 AG Amsterdam The TEL 32 2 4630650 FAX 32 2 4661500 Netherlands TEL 31 20 697 2121 FAX 31 20 697 4201 lt DEN
26. en the POWER switch is set to EXT it shows EXT DC and the voltage of the external power source 2 Temperature inside the unit TEMP This item shows the temperature inside the unit The temperature significantly affects the battery performance Generally in a low temperature environment the battery life of primary battery e g alkaline gets shorter 3 Power on time This item shows the elapsed time since the unit is powered on The time display is running in realtime Memo By pressing the EDIT key long enough while the system status display is shown you can reset this item to OOhOOm00s 4 Firmware version This item shows the firmware version of the unit Initializing the flash memory You can initialize the flash memory to the condition when the unit is shipped from the factory To initialize the flash mem ory press and hold down the EDIT key for 10 seconds or more while the system status display is shown When the memory initialization is completed the system status display is dismissed and the display shows the stereo VU meter display 20 OdBu 0 775Vims lt Analog Inputs gt INPUT 1 through INPUT 3 Connector XLR 3 31 type transformer balanced LINE input Input impedance 10 or more Nominal input level 20 dBu to 4 dBu Maximum input level 29 dBu MIC input Input impedance 2 or more Nominal input level 70 dBu to 30
27. epts a 10 dBV stereo signal Connector 03 5 mm stereo mini phone jack PHONES jack You can plug headphones with a mini plug You can monitor the same signal as the PHONES jack in the front panel simultaneously Connector 93 5 mm stereo mini phone jack Display The display on the front panel of the unit normally shows the VU and peak meters You can select stereo or mono metering The display also can show the status of inputs outputs etc which you can edit You can also adjust the display brightness to match the circumstance For display related operation the following three keys are used LIMITER PHONES gt BO Memo In the following description press the key long enough means hold down the key for more than one second Adjusting the display brightness You can set the display brightness to match the circum stance by default it is set to level 3 The display brightness setting remains even after you turn off the unit If you initialize the flash memory using the system status display it is reset to the default setting see page 20 1 Press the peg key long enough to enter the display brightness adjustment mode The brightness adjustment bar appears showing the current brightness level Note If you do not press any key for approximate ly five seconds while the brightness adjustment bar is shown the bar automatically disappears and the unit exits the dis
28. f time interrupted operation or commercial loss OR 2 Any damages whether incidental consequential or otherwise except damages which may not be excluded by under applicable law C Fostex America makes no other warranties express or implied above and or beyond the representations made herein WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO THOSE PRODUCTS SOLD AND DISTRIBUTED BY FOSTEX AMERICA Service Department FOSTEX AMERICA Please visit www fostex com for the latest contact information 26 7 FOSTEX Fost 3 2 35 Musashino Akishima shi Tokyo Japan 196 0021 PRINTED IN JAPAN JULY 2009 8289659000 495307
29. hat the meter needles point to 0 VU see the figure below Normally this is the reference output position lia ad d LE le lt Memos gt In the following figures the meter nee dles point the reference 0 VU Mono metering 4 After adjusting the reference level switch the SLATE switch to OFF Input setting 1 Setthe MASTER faders to the reference position 2 Receive input signals and adjust the trim control of each channel Adjust the trim control appropriately so that the peak indicator does not light in red atthe maximum sound level 3 Raise up the channel fader of each channel gradually until the meter shows the proper level 4 Setthe pan and HPF switches of each channel if required Itis recommended to cut the unnecessary low frequency range using the HPF switch when you use a microphone 5 If you want to apply the limiter to the main output set the LIMITER switch to or LINK 2099 LN R X 6 0 WO gt 27 E S 5 o 9 138 xnv
30. ion for details Basic operations Preparation of power supply To operate the unit on internal battery power set AA alka line or nickel hydride batteries to the supplied battery box and fit the box to the battery compartment on the right side panel Battery box compartment Lock RIN meor _ _ g EJECT Battery box Make sure to set alkaline or nickel hydride batteries to the battery box in correct direction as marked on the box Set four batteries on each side of the battery box lt Note gt Insert the battery box to the battery box compartment in the correct direction by matching the symbol on the battery box to the symbol on the panel of the unit Battery box compartment Battery box After fully inserting the battery box slide up the EJECT LOCK lever to the LOCK position A tab appears as shown on the right figure and the battery box is locked Memo To remove the battery box slide down the EJECT LOCK lever to unlock the battery box The battery box is slid to the front a few millimeters and you can pull it out by hand l LOCK z EJECT lt Note gt Before you remove the battery box turn off the power or set the POWER switch to the EXT position lt Memo gt You can set the battery type alkaline or nickel hydride to be used from the meter display By default it is set for alkaline batteries If you use nickel hydride batteries change
31. isplay and parameter setting see the next page 3 Input status display On the input status display not only you can see the cur rent status of the following switches but also you can disable or enable the T12 power supply function The fol lowing shows the default setting when the unit is shipped Left side panel Front panel LINE TOST BUSS Left side panel Left side panel The following icons are shown according to the switch setting Microphone power supply switch status When the input select switch LINE MIC is set to LINE shown When it is set to MIC the microphone power supply status is shown For the T12 status depending on whether the T12 power supply function is enabled or disabled the icon looks dif ferently as below When the T12 power supply function is enabled default Switch setting T12 DM P48 Icon T12 OFF P48 When the T12 power supply function is disabled Switch setting T12 DM P48 Icon P48 Input select switch status Switch setting LINE MIC Icon HAZ HPF switch status Switch setting OFF ON 40 300Hz Icon OFF ON TO ST BUSS switch status Switch setting OFF ON Icon OFF ON T12 disabled enabled setting Some condenser micropho
32. l warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other Agrounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety 15 If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way Such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has b
33. lect from 4 dBu 0 dBu 20 dBu and 60 tery power confirm that the battery power is sufficient by dBu checking the battery indicator on the meter display You can check the power voltage of the battery power 3 Toconnect a 10 dBV unbalanced line level device source from the system status display see page 20 use the TAPE OUT connector stereo mini jack The nominal output level of this connector is fixed to 10 dBV r POWER POWER EMPTY INT EMPTY INT Cr EXT EXT 2 5 eas z a NFL BS eea Preparation of metering Battery indicator 1 Select stereo or mono metering When the unit is shipped the display is set to stereo VU and peak metering Preparation of input channels You can change it to Lor R channel mono metering see Sa f rs seas A ste en pte oe page 15 for details 1 Connect a microphone or line level source to each of the INPUT connectors 1 through 3 Memo Using the meter status display you can disable or enable the peak meter function select 2 When you connect a microphone set the input the VU meter reference level and select the OVR select switch to MIC When you connect a line indicator lighting level see page 19 for details level source set the input select switch to LINE 3 When you connect a microphone set the microphone power supply switch appropriately When you connect a condenser microphone that requires 48
34. n nect a dynamic microphone set the switch to DM 48 volt phantom power supply mode A48 V power is supplied to the hot and cold terminals of the INPUT connector DC IN 10 24V connector Used to connect the supplied AC adaptor or an external battery Connector XLR 4 32 type male 4 di 1 GND 5 A 2 NC 3 NC 9 2 4 DC 10 24V DC OUT 7 2 24V connector This connector outputs power at DC 7 2 24 V 0 5 A for a wireless receiver etc It outputs power when the unit is powered on Connector Hirose 4 pin HR10A 7R 48 female GND NC NC DC7 2to 24V Plo n Right side panel section 1211109 8 7 MAIN OUT L R connectors 7 These connectors output stereo buss L and R signals You can select the output reference level using the MAIN OUT level select switch described below Connector XLR 3 32 type 1 GND HOT COLD MAIN OUT level select switches Each switch selects the output level of the MAIN OUT Lor R connector You can select the reference level of Land R connectors independently from 4 dBu 0 dBu 20 dBu and 60 dBu SUB OUT connector This connector outputs the same signals as the MAIN OUT L R connectors The output reference level can be selected using the SUB OUT level select switch described below Connector XLR 5 52 type GND Y Nee L HOT L COLD R
35. nes used for video field re cording such as the Sennheiser 416T require T12 AB 12V power The FM 3 can supply the T12 power Unlike the phantom power P48 connecting a dynamic microphone to the input channel where the T12 power is supplied may destroy the microphone To prevent such an accident you can disable the T12 power supply func tion If you do not use the T12 power supply function in your circumstance it is recommended to disable the T12 power by following the procedure below When shipped the T12 power supply function is disabled Note In the following description it is assumed that the input select switches LINE MIC are set to MIC and the Microphone power supply switches are set to DM on the left side panel In this condition the input status display looks as below 1 While the input status display is shown press the EDIT key long enough The 49 change to the fast flashing ENa icons You can now edit enabled disabled setting of the T12 power supply function shows Enable setting that is the default 2 Press the key to change Ena to and press the EDIT key long enough The T12 power supply function is now disabled The display retums to the previous condition If you press the key while the icons are flashing they are changed to TATUZ IMPUT OFF Flashing E OFF LEER ATUS
36. om the MAIN OUT L and R connectors in mono L component of MS MS MS decoded signals are output LR Rcomponent of MS is output in mono STATUS EDIT key Holding down this key for a second or more enters the status mode In this mode you can switch among status display pages as well as you can edit parameters see page 15 15 In the brightness adjustment mode meter selection mode or status display mode this key acts as the EDIT key see page 15 Pressing this key briefly exits the current mode while pressing this key for a second or more enters or exits the parameter editing mode 1 4inch PHONES jack 16 You can connect stereo headphones with the 1 4 inch plug for monitoring Headphones level control This control is used to adjust the output level of both the 1 4 inch and mini PHONES jacks 17 LIMITER switch ON OFF LINK This switch enables or disables the limiter function The limiter can work individually or in link as described below The limiter circuit is inserted after the MASTER fader The limiter function is enabled with the left and right LINK Channels linked If either of left and right channel signals exceeds the threshold both the left and right channel limiters work in the same way The limiter function is enabled Each of the left and right N 9 limiters works independently The limiter function is disabled the limiter circuit is by FF i
37. panel so thatthey are not accidentally rotated You can view the positions of all switches on the side panel from the input status and output status displays Power supply features The unit can be operated on battery or AC power You can fit the battery box with eight AA alkaline or nickel hydride batteries inside the unit or connect the optional AC adaptor or external battery Note that no battery is supplied with the unit Up to six hour continuous operation is possible using alkaline batteries Note that the actual continuous operation time depends on the circumstance The battery box is supplied with the unit however it is also available in option For long continuous use it is recommended to purchase the optional battery box as a spare The DC OUT connector is provided for supplying DC power to an extemal wireless receiver etc The battery indicator on the display always shows battery remaining while the EMP TY indicator and alert display warn you when the battery voltage is low Other features For lightweight and rigidity aluminum is used for panels etc Compact size design a great advantage for outside use The shoulder belt and soft protection case are available in option Ask your local Fostex dealer or service station for details about optional products The female XLR connector can be replaced with the male XLR connector or vice versa upon request Ask your local Fostex dealer or service stat
38. play brightness adjustment mode 14 2 3 Press the key to lower the brightness or press the key to increase the brightness You can select from OFF and 1 through 5 Brightness Turing off the 1 2 3 4 5 display key darker key brighter lt Memos gt If you press the key when the bright ness is set to OFF the display gets brighter lt Note gt If you set the brightness level to any level between 1 through 5 the setting is stored to the flash memory However if you set it to OFF the set ting is not stored to the flash memory and when you turn on the unit the next time the display is shown at the brightness level that was set before entering the brightness setting mode last time By pressing the EDIT key immediately after adjusting the brightness level the brightness adjustment bar disappears and the unit exits the display brightness adjustment mode Memo When the brightness adjustment bar is shown pressing the key long enough sets the brightness to OFF while pressing the key returns the brightness to the previous level before entering the brightness adjustment mode Turning off the display When the brightness is set to any level lower than the maximum level pressing the key long enough directly sets the brightness to the maximum level Selecting the meter mode You can select the meter mode from stereo mono
39. play mode 1 Peak meter ON OFF You can enable or disable the peak meter function for the left and right channels independently Parameter details 2 VU meter reference 0 VU level You can set the reference level for the left and right channels indepen dently Peak meter on off 3 Threshold level of the peak over indicator ON i a display shows both VU and peak metering de fault You can set the peak threshold level for the left and right channels independently 4 Internal battery type You can set the battery type between alkaline or nickel hydride OFF The meter display shows only VU metering The peak me n tering is not shown Parameter setting procedure VU meter reference level The default value is O dB You can select between 0 dB 1 While the meter status display is shown press the ED and 7 dB in 1 dB steps EDI long enough EDIT key long enoug d Example If you set the reference level to 5 The peak meter on off setting of the left channel Ton the level at O VU is 5 dB higher than the refer starts flashing You can now edit the peak meter on off ence level setting of the left channel Memo It is recommended to change the reference level appropriately when an external audio device connected to the outputs of the unit has enough headroom Normally set it to 0 lt gt If you set
40. resulting from repair or attempted repair or by someone other than a Fostex America Service technician or a technician at an authorized Fostex America service station 10 Damage resulting from causes other than product defects including lack of technical skill competence or experience on the part of the user 11 External appearance items such as cosmetic parts knobs liquid crystal displays buttons etc 12 Replacements or repairs necessitated by loss or damages resulting from any cause beyond the control of Fostex America 13 Damage resulting from misuse or abuse on rental units NOTE FOSTEX AMERICA IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DATA LOST OR DAMAGED DURING OPERATION OF THIS PRODUCT CALIBRATION AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY Fostex America reserves the right to inspect all products submitted pursuant to this warranty If such an inspection shows reasonable cause to believe that any of the above exclusions to the above warranty are applicable then Fostex America or the authorized service station will charge prevailing ser vice rates and parts costs for any repairs 25 FOSTEX AMERICA LIMITED WARRANTY To claim all warranty service first access www fostex com to receive service authorization RMA number Then present the authorization together with the bill of sale which shows the date of original purchase to Fostex America This warranty is not transferable SHIPPING If this product needs servic
41. t Important gt Equipment name electrical ratings serial number and other information for the FM 3 are written on bottom side Fostex MODEL FM 3 PORTABLE MIXER FOSTEX CO INPUT 10 24V SERIAL NO PAAFFAAYN IN JAPAN FOSTEX MODEL FM 3 PORTABLE MIXER Precautions on installation Do not install the unit in the following conditions In an extremely hot or cold place Ina moist place Ina strong magnetic field or near a device which generates a magnetic field nthe direct rain or water lt Note gt The unit is designed for outdoor use howev er it is not waterproof Do not use the unit in the direct water Notes on moisture condensation When you bring the unit from a cold place to a warm place moisture may condense on the display pan els etc In such a case turn off the power and leave the unit for a while until it warms up and evaporates any moisture Main features Mixer section features Three input channels and two output channels All input and output channels are transformer balanced The analog VCA limiter is provided on each of left and right stereo output channels You can select the desired threshold level and compression ratio using the output status display In addition to the left and right MAIN OUT outputs SUB OUT TAPE OUT and AUX OUT outputs are also provided allowing comprehensive connection to external audio equipment
42. ternal slate microphone signal is sent to the stereo L and R busses 94 1 key Holding down this key for a second or more enters the brightness adjustment mode In the brightness adjustment mode meter selection mode or status display mode this key acts as the key see page 14 METER key Holding down this key for a second or more enters the meter selection mode In the brightness adjustment mode meter selection mode or status display mode this key acts as the key see page 15 EMPTY indicator This indicator flashes when the battery voltage falls below the threshold while you operate the unit on battery power see page 20 In normal condition this indicator is unlit POWER switch INT OFF EXT This switch turns the unit on or off When you operate the unit on external power using the optional AC adaptor or external battery set it to EXT When you operate the unit on internal battery power set it to INT 10 11 12 13 14 Monitor select switch This switch selects the signal monitored by the headphones connected to the PHONE jacks 1 4 inch and mini AUX Signals input to the AUX IN connector RTN Signals input to the RTN connector L Asignal output from the MAIN OUT L connector in mono Signals output from the MAIN OUT L and H connectors in Stereo R Asignal output from the MAIN OUT R connector in mono ST 1 8 Signals output fr
43. the battery type setting see page 20 lt Note gt If the battery type setting do not match the batter ies currently used the EMPTY indicator battery indicator and alert display do not work correctly To operate the unit on external power connect the optional dedicated AC adaptor or an external battery to the DC IN connector on the left side panel De our 72 20V OSA MAX p Optional AC adaptor or external battery lt Note gt The rated voltage of the DC IN connector is DC 10 V to 24 V When you connect an external power source to the DC IN connector use the appropriate power source that matches the rated voltage of the DC IN connector For the detail information on the pin assignment of the DC IN connector see page 12 of Features and controls You can tum on the unit by setting the POWER switch Preparation of output channels on the front panel to INT upper position or EXT lower position When you operate the unit on internal battery 1 power set the switch to INT When you operate the unit on external power set it to Connect an external audio device such as a recorder to the MAIN OUT connectors L and R EXT When you tum on the unit for the first time the 2 Set the output level switch appropriately depending display shows the stereo VU meters as shown below on the device connected When you operate the unit on internal on extemal bat You can se
44. the reference level other than 0 is lit beside the 0 position of the VU meter showing that the 0 VU level is not the reference level Memo By bringing up the meter status display while the unit is receiving a signal you can edit pa rameters while checking movement of the VU and peak meters 2 While any parameter is flashing press the EDIT key to select the flashing parameter Pressing the EDIT key selects the flashing parameter in the following order Stereo VU meter Lch PK Lch OVU gt Lch OVR BAT TYPE Rch PK Left channel VU meter Rch OVR 4 4 Reh OVU 3 While the desired parameter to be edited is flashing you can select a desired value using the or key 19 Lighting level of peak over indicator The default is 18 dB You can select between O dB and 18 dB in 1 dB steps Memo When peak level exceeds the lighting level is lit on the stereo meter display as pointed by an arrow in the stereo meter display example below left On the meter status display 0 is lit as pointed by an arrow in the display example below right Stereo meter display Meter status display Memo The details of the peak meter is as below Permitted Level 13dBu 9dB Alignment Level AL 4dBu reference level mrnurm rra rranim Peak Hold
45. u passed The limiter parameters are factory preset as shown be low You can change the threshold level and ratio from the output status display see page 18 Factory preset values Attack time Approximately 5 milliseconds fixed Release time Approximately 200 milliseconds fixed Threshold 12 dB can be changed to 6 dB Ratio 5 1 can be changed to 3 1 19 11 18 Memo When you select the LIMITER switch to ON or LINK the meter display shows LIM pointed by arrows below When the limiter is working LIM flashes The following shows display examples of the stereo meter display When the switch is set to OFF MASTER faders L and R These faders control stereo left and right buss output levels The scale position in orange shows the reference position These faders are push locked type Pressing a fader puts it to the up position Pressing it again puts it to the down position flat position MIC A slate microphone is built in While holding down the SLATE switch to the MIC position the slate microphone is active and the signal from the microphone is sent to the stereo buss HPF controls 1 through 3 Each control sets the high pass filter function These controls are push locked type Pressing a control puts it to the up position Pressing it again puts it to the down position flat position OFF i The HPF circuit i E leftmost position le cir
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