Fender Power Stage 100 Computer Monitor User Manual
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1. 1275A MONITOR SPEAKERS 1211 Mk II 1211 Mk II 1 Connect your microphone to the Mic 1 In 2 Connect a cord from the Mic 1 Out jack to your main mixing console This is a mic level signal 3 Next connect a cord from the monitor out on your mixing console back to the Aux Line In jack on the 4 Remember turning up the mic 1 volume will PowerStage 100 You now have a full monitor mix NOT affect the output of the main P A system with all effects from your mixing console in the but it will affect how much of your dry signal PowerStage 100 To turn up the full monitor mix you will hear turn up the Line volume item C page 4 FULL MONITOR WITH AN INSTRUMENT From Line Out to Mixing Console MIXING CONSOLE LINE MONITOR 1 MONITOR 2 MAIN OUT OUT OUT Keyboard or other instrument LINE in To INST in To Monitor System To FOH system o SPA 7500 PA 7500 1275A MONITOR SPEAKERS 1211 Mk ll 1211 Mk ll 1 Connect your instrument to the Inst jack on the PowerStage 100 and to the line in on your mixer 2 Connect a cord from the Instrument s line output jack to your main mixing console 3 Next connect a cord from the monitor out on a ae ae 4 Remember turning up the Mic 2 Ins2. The Mic 2 Inst volume control Rotating the knob clockwise increases volume Any adjustments to this control will affect both the Mic 2 and the Inst output volume C LINE The Aux Line Stereo Line volume control Rotating the knob clockwise increases volume Any adjustments to this control will affect both the Aux Line and the Stereo Line volume D MASTER LEVEL Adjusts the overall volume level of the PowerStage 100 Again rotating the knob clockwise increases volume If the optional PowerStage Xpander 100 is connected to the system the master level also controls the output volume for the other unit E LOW CUT Designed to attenuate low frequency noise or stage rumble the Low cut knob is a variable corner shelving frequency control By slowly rotating the knob any undesirable low frequency noise such as rumbling of a rocking microphone stand can be diminished F LOW NOTCH Designed to attenuate feedback or o t her bothersome hums the Low NOTCH Control is a constant Q variable center frequency filter The control attenuates frequencies between 200Hz and 2kHz By slowly rotating the knob to locate the feedback frequency it can be diminished G HIGH NOTCH Designed to attenuate feedback or other bothersome hums the HIGH NOTCH control is a constant Q variable center frequency filter The control attenuates frequencies between 600Hz and 6kHz By slowly rotating the knob to locate the feed
3. kQ side 3 dB 30 Hz to 270 Hz 12 dB Octave 200 Hz to 2 kHz 20 dB 5 600 Hz to 6 kHz 20 dB 5 9 dB 100 Hz 5 dB 4 kHz 14 mW into 8 Q 1 THD Noise 165 mW into 300 Q 1 THD Noise 100 W into 8 Q lt 0 05 THD Noise 1kHz 108 W into 8 Q lt 0 1 THD Noise 1 kHz 0 dB 3 dB 20 Hz to 40 kHz Nominal Power lt 0 05 1 kHz 100 W into 8 Q 0 2 Q 1 kHz 0 02 Q 100 Hz 1 V RMS 0 dBV 18in 45 7 cm 23 5 in 59 7 cm PAET 12in 30 5cm Product specifications are 45 lbs 20 4 kg subject to change without notice A PRODUCT OF FENDER MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS CORP CORONA CA 91720 USA
4. power source with the correct voltage 4 Connect the cord s from your microphone or other signal source s to the PowerStage 100 s input jack s 5 If you have a PowerStage Xpander 100 connect it to the PowerStage 100 via the 1 4 Line Output J ack item K 6 First tum all outboard gear instruments and other equipment ON then the PowerStage 100 7 Adjust volume levels to the appropriate levels listening for feedback or other ringing 8 If feedback is encountered rotate the appropriate Low or HIGH band frequency notch filter control down to its lowest position Next slowly turn the frequency control knob to pinpoint the location of the problem frequency and cancel it 9 Steps 7 and 8 may need to be performed more than once if several feedback problems occur For more detail on setting up your PowerStage 100 please refer to the diagrams on pages 8 thru 11 GROUNDING AND HUMS Ground loops are probably the most common cause of hum and buzz in sound reinforcement systems and other audio products A ground loop usually occurs if the separate pieces of equipment are plugged into different AC circuits Also if the audio wiring is placed too close to the power cords hums or buzzes can bleed into the system Still improperly maintained power and audio cables are yet another cause of bothersome noise In order to help minimize stray hums and buzzes here are some helpful hints 1 Keep all electronics connect
5. DUCTION Detachable Wired Remote Control Panel Variable Corner Low Pass Frequency Filter and Two Variable Center Frequency Notch Filters 1 4 inch Stereo Headphone J ack Bass Treble Boost with Bypass Switch Phantom Power Both 1 4 inch Phone TRS and 3 Pin XLR Female Input Connectors Insert Patch Point for Signal Processing Devices 1 4 inch Phone Output J ack for the Optional PowerStage Xpander Coaxial Speaker System Tough Metal Grille Carpet Covered Cabinet with Three Angles of Orientation 452 252 and 02 The PowerStage 100 a 100 watt powered monitor and general purpose compact sound system from your friends at Fender Pro Audio We are sure you will find the PowerStage 100 to be both a unique and effective sound reinforcement product providing years of trouble free service Enclosed in a quasi trapezoidal floor monitor style cabinet the PowerStage 100 includes a 3 channel preamp a power amp a power supply and a full range coaxial speaker system With three angles of orientation inputs for microphones and a variety of musical instruments the PowerStage 100 is suitable for nearly every monitoring application The PowerStage 100 also features a unique detachable wired remote control panel All volume levels and frequency shaping can be controlled via the remote panel allowing for adjustments from the performance position The versatile input panel and detachable remote control unit combined with the 100 watt powe
6. POWERED MONITORS v From Fender Pro Audio Owner s Manual for Power Stage 100 P N 049810 REV B nt Fender Musical Instruments 7975 North Hayden Road Scottsdale Arizona 85258 U S A Fender knows the importance of sound reinforcement From the simple box top mixer to today s professional touring concert systems the need to communicate to make the connection between the performer and the audience is foremost in Fender s mind Perhaps no other single piece of gear can make or break your band s sound You see your sound system is more than just a combination of dials wires and speakers It is an integral part of the audio chain and should be treated with special care and attention to detail At Fender we know what building quality musical instruments and sound reinforcement equipment is all about In fact many of the world s best sounding electric musical instruments and sound reinforcement equipment proudly wear the Fender name Whether you need a simple box top powered mixer for your Saturday afternoon jam or a professional full size concert system Fender has the sound reinforcement equipment to meet your needs Likewise your decision to purchase Fender pro audio gear is one you will appreciate with each performance for years to come Wishing you years of enjoyment and a heartfelt thank you Bill Schultz Chairman Fender Musical Instruments Corporation POWERSTAGE 100 PROFESSIONAL POWERED MONITOR SYSTEM INTRO
7. System Gain Preamp Gain Input Level Nominal Minimum Maximum Input Impedance Phantom Voltage System Gain Preamp Gain Input Level Nominal Minimum Maximum Input Impedance Phantom Voltage System Gain Preamp Gain Input Level Nominal Minimum Maximum Input Impedance Corner Frequency Slope Center Frequency Depth Center Frequency ae Low Boost High Boost Maximum Output Nominal Power Maximum Power Frequency Response THD Noise Output Impedance Input Sensitivity DIMENSIONS At252 Height Width Depth Weight PR 306 071 0100 000 120 V 071 0100 030 240 V Aust 071 0100 040 230 V UK 071 0100 060 230 V Euro 120 V version 120 VAC 60 Hz 360 W 230 V version 230 VAC 50 Hz 360 W 240 V version 240 VAC 50 Hz 360 W THIS EQUIPMENT CONFORMS TO THE FOLLOWING DIRECTIVES EMC 89 336 EEC AND LV 73 23 EEC Mic 1 0 dB to 90 dB Mic 1 0 dB to 60 dB Mic 1 28 dBV Mic 1 60 dBV Mic 1 0 dBV Mic 1 2 kQ Mic 1 15 V Mic 2 0dBto 90 dB Inst 0dB to 75 dB Mic 2 0dBto 60dB Inst OdB to 47 dB Mic 2 28 dBV Inst 24 dBV Mic 2 60 dBV Inst 47 dBV Mic 2 0 dBV Inst 13 dBV Mic 2 2 kQ Inst 220 kQ Mic 2 15 V Aux Line 0 dB to 60 dB Stereo line 0 dB to 70 dB side Aux Line 0 dB to 28 dB Stereo line 0 dB to 33 dB side Aux Line 21 dBV Stereo line 26 dBV side Aux Line 28 dBV Stereo line 33 dBV side Aux Line 20 dBV Stereo line 5 dBV side Aux Line 20 kQ Stereo line 25
8. back frequency it can be diminished H LEVEL Adjusts the volume level of the headphone output Caution Prolonged listening at high volume levels may be hazardous to your hearing and could possibly cause hearing damage l Q A 1 4 inch stereo output jack for use with headphones J ENHANCE Pressing this button in provides an increase in the bass and treble response of the PowerStage 100 INPUT PANEL FUNCTIONS A PHANTOM When this button is pressed a 15 V D C Phantom Power supply is activated necessary for some condenser style microphones Before plugging or unplugging any microphone make ae the Phantom Power supply is off B MIC 1 IN Plug your microphone in here This three pin XLR balanced female input connector is intended for input signals from low impedance microphones C MIC 2 IN An additional balanced microphone input for the PowerStage 100 Both the Mic 2 IN and the inst jack can be used simultaneously however any adjustments to the Mic 2 Inst control knob will affect the volume of both the Mic 2 and Instrument inputs D AUX LINE A 1 4 inch TRS balanced input jack suited for use with items having a line level output Both the Aux LINE and the STEREO LINE jack can be used simultaneously but remember any adjustments to the aux LINE STEREO LINE control knob will affect the volume of both the Aux LINE STEREO LINE inputs E INSERT A 1 4 inch unbalanced TRS input outp
9. ed to the sound system on the same electrical circuit 2 Keep audio signals cables away from the AC power cords 3 Use balanced cables when applicable 4 Always plug the PowerStage 100 into a grounded AC electrical outlet 5 Be sure to use properly maintained cords and cables with the PowerStage 100 CARPET COVERING CARE The PowerStage 100 is covered in a tough soil resistant synthetic indoor outdoor carpet for long life and lasting good looks To clean the carpeted cabinet use a brush to wipe away any smudges or dirt For stubborn stains a sponge with a light soapy solution may be used Avoid spilling liquids on the operating surface heat sink grille volume and tone controls switches and speakers ALWAYS unplug the PowerStage 100 before cleaning it and wait until it has dried before plugging in the PowerStage 100 TROUBLESHOOTING a If the PowerStage 100 is set up but does not function please check the following items e Is the PowerStage 100 s power cord properly plugged into an electrical outlet e Is the power cord properly plugged into the Power Stage 100 s Supply Cord J ack e Is there power at the outlet Does your instrument have power Are the volume control knobs on the Power Stage turned above the Min position Are the volume control knobs on your instruments turned above their minimum position e Is the mic instrument properly plugged into the Power Stage 100 e Is the mic inst
10. r amplifier makes the PowerStage 100 the perfect general purpose compact sound system With phantom power 1 4 inch phone TRS and 3 Pin XLR female input connectors and a stereo RCA input connection the PowerStage 100 can accommodate almost any input signal By connecting a multi effects unit through the insert jack and adding the optional PowerStage Xpander 100 you now have a PA system ready for any small club or intimate setting WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONAL ONLY THIS UNIT MUST BE EARTH GROUNDED CONTROL PANEL FUNCTIONS Designed for maximum flexibility the wired remote control section is the brain of the PowerStage 100 Whether hand held or mounted to a mic stand the wired remote control unit governs all volume levels frequency shaping and features a 1 4 inch headphone jack for personal monitoring Constructed from rugged 18 gauge electro galvanized steel and secured in place via ball stud and Tinnerman clips the remote unit handles the most demanding day to day setup and performance situations A MIC 1 The Mic 1 volume control Rotating the knob clockwise increases volume Because the Mic 1 input and the Mic 1 output connections are daisy chained adjusting the volume control will not affect the Mic 1 output signal to the main mixing console B MIC 2 INST
11. rument turned on Are your audio cables frayed cut or damaged e If using a condenser mic is the phantom power turned on e If using an effects processor is the Y line cord properly connected If after checking all of the above the PowerStage 100 is still not performing correctly consult your authorized Fender Service Center SIMPLE MONITOR SET UP MIXING CONSOLE MIC MONITOR MAIN _IN OUT OUT Rey From MIC 1 OUT to Mixing To MIC 1 IN Console Microphone To monitor system To FOH system 1275A MONITOR SPEAKERS 1211 Mk II 1211 Mk ll 1 Connect your microphone to the Mic 1 In 2 Next connect a cord from the Mic 1 out jack to your main mixing console This is a mic level signal 3 Your PowerStage 100 monitor is a dry signal Any reverb or other signal processing heard through the main P A will NOT be heard in the PowerStage 100 4 Remember turning up the Mic 1 Volume will NOT affect the output of the main P A system FULL MIX MONITOR SET UP MIXING CONSOLE MIC MONITOR 1 MONITOR 2 MAIN OUT OUT OUT From MIC 1 OUT to Mixing Console To MIC 1 IN Microphone To AUX LINE in To FOH system
12. t volume your mixing console back to the Aux Line in jack on p WILL NOT affect the output of the main P A the PowerStage 100 You now have a full monitor system WILL determine how much of vour mix with all effects from your mixing console in the a i ee nal vou wallhear Yy PowerStage 100 To turn up the full monitor mix ry signa y f turn up the Line volume item C page 4 10 MINI PA SET UP A ONE PERSON BAND Keyboard or other instrument To INST To MIC 1 IN To Stereo Line LINE OUTPUT to PowerStage Xpander 100 Microphone Y line oe connected to i Za INSERT jack r Fue CIJ AON amp E FX 1000 NO O aa Signal Processor e Z Effects Signal Processor Remote Unit HeadPhones 1 Connect your microphone to the Mic 1 In jack your instrument to the Inst jack and a tape or CD player to the Stereo Line jack 2 Connect a cord from the line output jack to a PowerStage Xpander 100 optional 3 Next an effects unit may be used by connecting a Y line cord to the insert jack item E page 5 4 Headphones out item page 4 on the detachable remote unit may be used for monitoring purposes 11 SPECIFICATIONS DESIGNATION TYPE PART NUMBER POWER SPECIFICATION PREAMP Ch 1 LOW CUT FILTER LOW NOTCH FILTER HIGH NOTCH FILTER ENHANCE HEADPHONES POWER AMP
13. tacle DO NOT ALTER THE AC PLUG M POWER SWITCH Turns the M ON AC power ON and OFF When the switch is in the OFF position the PowerStage 100 is completely shut down WIRING AND CONNECTIONS ge Style Balanced Pinl GND MIC 1 XLR IN Female Input Pin2 POS Pin 3 NEG MIC 1 XLR Balanced Pin 1 GND OUT Male Output Pin 2 POS MIC 2 XLR Balanced IN Female Input Pin 2 POS Pin 3 NEG INST 1 4 TS Unbalanced Tip Input Signal Input Sleeve GND The PowerStage 100 utilizes a variety of connectors on its input panel Below is a chart listing the various types of connectors on the PowerStage 100 Pin 3 NEG Pin 1 GND AUX 1 4 Balanced Tip POS Signal LINE TRS Input Ring NEG Signal Sleeve GND STEREO Unbalanced Inner Ring Signal LINE RCA Input Outer Shell GND INSERT 1 4 Unbalanced Tip Send output TRS Input Output Ring Return input Sleeve GND Unbalanced Tip Signal Output Ring Terminated 100Q to GND Sleeve GND LINE 1 4 OUTPUT TRS SETTING UP THE POWERSTAGE 100 Before using the PowerStage 100 please read and follow the steps listed below 1 Heed all safety warnings when operating the PowerStage 100 2 Make sure the power switch is in the OFF position and all volume levels are in the Min position 3 Plug the female end of the supply cord into the Supply Cord J ack item L page 5 of the PowerStage 100 Next plug the supply cord into a
14. ut phone jack designed for use with signal processing devices such as a digital delay or a reverb unit A special Y line cord stereo to 2 mono is required to use this jack On the PowerStage 100 the tip is the send and the ring is the return POWER SECTION F PHANTOM POWER LED This LED illuminates when the phantom power supply is on G POWER LED This LED illuminates when the PowerStage 100 is on H MIC 1 OUT This three pin XLR balanced male output connector is used to send the mic 1 input signal unmodified out to a mixing console l INST A 1 4 inch TS unbalanced input jack suited for use with instrument level signals such as an acoustic guitar a keyboard or a drum machine Remember any adjustments to the Mic 2 INST control knob will affect the volume of both the Mic 2 and Instrument inputs J STEREO LINE These are unbalanced phono RCA input jacks designed for use with a stereo tape player CD player etc These jacks produce a mono signal out and are useful for playing prerecorded music Adjustments to the aux LINE STEREO LINE Control knob will affect the volume of both the aux LINE STEREO LINE inputs K LINE OUTPUT A 1 4 inch TRS unbalanced output jack designed to feed the optional PowerStage Xpander 100 L SUPPLY CORD J ACK The supply cord connects here This is a grounding type supply cord to reduce the possibility of shock hazard Be sure to connect it to a grounded recep
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