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Accompanying the talkback and oscillator functions is
a communications input. That input will accept any mic
or line level audio signal, typically from a professional
intercom system, another console's talkback output,
or a stage manager's mic. When a signal is present, a
front panel COMM IN lightflashesto signal the operator,
who can then turn on the communications input (if de-
sired), sothe signal appears on the console headphone
and cue outputs. Thus, with COMM IN and TALKBACK,
the console operator can establish 2- way communi-
cations without having to wear an intercom headset
as well as cue headphones.
Comprehensive metering is provided with a total of
10 VU meters on the 16-channel mainframe, or 13 VU
meters on the larger mainframes (Stereo meters in-
clude peak LEDs). The meters on all consoles include
switching to monitor 23 different circuits.
PM1800 electronic performance tracks that of it's
larger brother, the highly advanced PM3000. Its stable
input preamplifiers, low noise integrated circuits, and
sophisticated design make your job easier. In fact, low
noise, wide headroom throughout, exceptionally low
distortion, and quiet controls are the hallmark of this
top quality mixing console. The specifications tell part
of the story... your ears will tell you the most important
part.
Physically, the PM1800 is as appealing as it is elec-
tronically. A special chassis and the widespread use
of structural aluminum has enabled us to significantly
reduce the console weight compared to older designs
without sacrificing any strength. A modern-looking gray
finish and subtly color coded controls set the backdrop
for the PM1800's hundreds of illuminated switches and
indicators that give it the look of a NASA control con-
sole. All illumination (except VU meters and detachable
hooded lamps) is by means of light emitting diodes, so
maintenance is greatly reduced.
The highly advanced PM1800, with its many internally
jumpered functions, provides many of the features of
custom consoles while retaining all the value and reli-
ability of a Yamaha professional console. While its
numerous internal and front panel functions may at first
intimidate the casual console operator, the PM1800 is
actually a very straightforward console to use. Anyone
who has used the PM3000 will instantly know how this
board works. In fact, if you've ever used a Yamaha
M916, M1516A, M1524 or M1532 console, you will im-
mediately feel comfortable with the PM1800. Take a
while to study the panel, read the descriptions in this
manual, and you'll find operating this console comes
as naturally as any you've encountered. And it's far
more flexible than most.
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