INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the PCX3000, a quality high
precision 2-way stereo 3-way mono crossover with a multitude of
built-in features, such as low pass filters, phase invert switches,
and an additional subwoofer channel. This user 's manual is
specially designed to provide you with the best possible information
on using the device. We strongly suggest reading the manual
carefully before attempting to handle this device, and then store
it an easily accessible place for future reference.
FEATURES
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Professional, high-precision stereo 2-way/mono 3-way
crossover with separate subwoofer output
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Separate subwoofer section with independent frequency
control
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World-class performance 24dB per octave Linkwitz-Riley
filters
Absolutely flat summed amplitude response, zero phase
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difference
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Individual output level controls for all bands
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Individual output mutes for easy band adjustment
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Individual phase reverse switches for instant phase
correction
Switchable 25Hz subsonic filter on each input for lowfrequency
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driver protection
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Servo-balanced, XLR connectors for all inputs and outputs
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Ultra-high precision potentiometers for ultimate accuracy and
repeatability
Ultra low-noise audio operational pre-amplifiers for outstanding
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sound performance
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Illuminated switches for secure operation in dark stage
environments
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High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction
for long life and reliability
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Shielded toroidal mains transformer for minimal noise
interference
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QUICK SETUP
1. Make sure your unit is off. Preferably remove the AC power
cable.
2. Connect your required output device to the PCX3000's input
connector. Commonly, this would be a mixer's auxiliary or
main output.
3. Connect all of your required input devices to the device's
output connectors. Commonly this would be amplifiers or
active speakers/subwoofers.
4. Set the mode button on the rear to your needs. There are
two modes total: 2-way stereo and 3-way mono. 5. Turn your
devices on in this order: instruments, mixer, signal processors
(including the PCX3000), amps/speakers.
OPERATING THE PCX3000
As the PCX3000 runs in a variety of different modes, we have
separated this user's manual by these different modes and
highlighted the control elements pertaining to each mode as to help
better make the distinction between critical Note: on the rear of the
device, the labels located above or below any of the connectors
refer to different crossover modes available. Ensure the MODE
switch and the corresponding connectors are properly configured
as to prevent damage occurring to your speakers.
2-Way Stereo Operation
Set the PCX3000 to 2-way stereo by ensuring the Mode button
on the rear of the device is pressed down. When set correctly, the
stereo LED on the front of the device will light up, as well as the
corresponding function buttons. When set to stereo, both channels
will work in an identical manner.
Front Panel
1. Input Control
This control will adjust the input gain between -12 and +12 dB.
2. Low Cut Button
Pushing this button will activate a low cut (high pass) filter, set
at 25 Hz, which will help protect woofers from extremely low
frequency signals.
3. Low/High Crossover Frequency Control
This control will determine the crossover frequency between the
low and high frequency signals. When the Crossover Frequency
button on the rear of the device is pushed in, the frequency range
is multiplied by a factor of 10.
PCX3000