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CADAC Electronics One New Street Luton Bedfordshire LU1 5DX England Tel +44 (0) 1582 404 202 Fax +44 (0) 1582 412 799 email: info@cadac-sound.com web: http://www.cadac-sound.com While every effort has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the contents in this manual, CADAC equipment is being subject to continuous development, hence the information in this manual may not reflect latest product updates.
i Table of Contents Introduction..................................................................v Features ...................................................................... vi Using the D16 User Manual .......................................vi Declaration of Conformity ........................................ vii 1 Important Safety Instructions ........................ 1-1 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 2 Important information..................................... 2-1 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 3 3.3 3.
ii 4.6 4.7 4.8 4.9 4.10 4.11 4.12 4.13 5 Automated Operation using Cadac Sound Automation Manager .............. 5-1 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 6 Computer Requirements..........................................5-1 Installing SAM into a Windows ® OS computer ......5-1 Connecting the PC to the D16 ................................. 5-6 Configuring SamSetup ............................................5-9 5.4.1 Single/Multiple D16 Set up .....................5-10 5.4.
iii 6.1.4 6.1.5 6.1.6 6.1.7 6.1.8 6.1.9 6.1.10 6.1.11 Global Update of parameters ................. 6-11 Updating a fader level ............................ 6-13 Target Edit.............................................. 6-14 Opening Target Edit ............................... 6-15 Using Target Edit to alter single potentiometer values. ............................. 6-16 Using Target Edit to alter fader values... 6-17 Using Target Edit to alter multiple values........................................
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v Introduction Thank you for purchasing the D16 Digital Mix Matrix from Cadac Electronics Plc. Cadac is renowned for supplying arguably the highest quality audio mixing consoles for the world-wide professional audio industry for over 36 years. In all these years the driving force behind the company’s research and development program has been to strive for a product that not only provides the exact functionality required but also exceptional audio performance and reliability.
vi Features ■ High quality 16 x 16 digital matrix. ■ Ability to configure a D16 as an input or output matrix. ■ 96kHz 24 bit sampling and Sharc DSP processing using proprie- tary Cadac mix, EQ and Dynamics algorithms. ■ Incorporates 6 band EQ including 4 band fully parametric EQ modelled on the acclaimed Cadac J-Type. ■ Very low latency of 400µs analogue in to analogue out regard- less of DSP processing. ■ High build quality with hand tuned Common Mode Rejection and Balanced circuitry on all I/O.
vii Declaration of conformity The Directives covered by this Declaration 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility directive, amended by 92/31/EEC & 93/68/EEC The Products Covered by this Declaration D16 Digital Mix Matrix The Basis on which Conformity is being Declared The products identified above comply with the requirements of the above EU Directives by meeting the following standards: BS EN 55103-1:1997 Electromagnetic compatibility - Product family standard for audio, video, audiovisual and entertain
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1-1 1 Important Safety Instructions 1.1 Mains Cable The supplied IEC mains cable must be correctly terminated before use. Use only an approved AC plug or power distribution device. Safety ground must be connected at all times. Safety Earth = Green/Yellow Live = Brown Neutral = Blue 1.2 Changing the fuse To avoid the risk of fire, use only the recommended fuse type as indicated in this manual and on the D16. Do not short-circuit the fuse holder.
1-2 1.4 Servicing There are no serviceable parts contained within the D16. Refer all servicing to your CADAC distributor. 1.5 Do not remove any covers Within the D16 are areas where high and dangerous voltages are present. Removing any covers will invalidate warranty. 1.6 Safety checklist ■ Install in accordance with CADAC’s instructions. ■ Do not place the apparatus on an unstable or uneven surface. ■ Do not insert objects through any apertures.
2-1 2 Important information 2.1 Unpacking The packaging for the D16 is designed to safely contain and protect the D16 from the rigours and stresses usually experienced during international shipment. Specially designed mouldings cushion and support the D16.
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3-1 3 3.1 The D16 Digital Mix Matrix D16 Front Panel 1 6 2 3 7 8 9 4 14 13 5 10 11 12 FIG 3-1. D16 Front panel layout 1. Channel Number 2. Signal Overload Indicator 3. Signal Present Indicator 4. PFL Switch 5. Mute Switch 6. Headphone Socket 7. Headphone Level Control 8. 40x2 Menu Display 9. Menu Buttons 10.Set rotary encoder with push switch 11.Remote Indicator 12.USB Indicator 13.Mains ON Indicator 14.
3-2 3.2 D16 Rear panel 7 1 2 3 6 4 8 5 9 10 FIG 3-2. D16 Rear panel layout 1. Mains Inlet 2. Mains Fuse 3. Ground Stud 4. Bus Output Connector 5. PFL Bus Connector (PFL control via SAM) 6. Analogue Line Level Input Connectors 7. Analogue Line Level Output Connectors 8. Parallel Input Connector 9. Remote Control Connector 10.
3-3 3.3 Connecting up your D16 3.3.1 Mains Power Make sure that your IEC power connector is wired correctly (see 1.1 Mains Cable). Fit the IEC lead to the rear power connector on the D16, making sure that it is fitted securely and the lead is stress free. 3.3.2 Ground Stud The D16 has been designed to fully comply and exceed current EMC directives (immunity from electro-magnetic radiation and radio frequency interference).
3-4 3.4 Power On Power on the D16 using the main power switch located on the front panel. The red power indicator located on the front panel will illuminate to indicate when the D16 is operating. NOTE: The D16 performs an initialisation and calibration phase when power is applied. During this time all outputs will remain muted. This function lasts for approximately 30 seconds. NOTE: The D16 retains the latest settings of every parameter in non-volatile memory.
3-5 3.5 Headphones A headphone socket is provided on the D16 front panel. The headphone output is sourced from the PFL bus, therefore any PFL selection can be monitored on the headphones. Control of the headphone output is via the headphone level control, located to the left of the Menu display. The headphone circuitry is designed to drive a load of 150 ohms upwards. Headphone impedances below 150 ohms can still be used, however, the audio level will be reduced.
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4-1 4 Menu Navigation Control of all remaining parameters is managed through a menu structure using the Menu display (40x2 character display), Set control and the five Menu buttons. It is via this Menu display that the D16 can be configured for standalone operation. The five Menu buttons located beneath the Menu display enable you to navigate your way though the D16 control system. Labels will appear above these buttons offering various options depending on what parameters are being controlled.
4-2 4.1 Menu Display Overview. NOTE: After a period of time (see 4.3.3 BackLight) the Menu display on the D16 returns to standby mode, whereby the backlight switches off. Press any Menu button to reactivate the screen to where it left off. The Root Menu display (see below) allows the operator to view the current PFL level setting (0%=full attenuation). This value may be adjusted via the Level control on the front panel irrespective of any active Menu display.
4-3 4.2 System Menu ■ Select System from the Root menu to enter the System menu. Use Next and Prev to scroll through the System menu and Return for the Root menu. Ver: 1.00 Prev Date: Next Sep 01 2004 11:55:34 Return ■ From the Root Menu press System 4.2.1 Firmware revision Provides information on the installed D16 Firmware revision, plus date and time of installation. ■ Press Next Unit Serial Number = 50103 Prev Next 4.2.
4-4 Prev Box Temperature = 40ƒ Return Next 4.2.3 Box Temperature Provides information on the internal operating temperature of the D16 (in degrees centigrade). ■ Press Next &RPPV#$GGUHVV Prev Next 4.2.4 Communications Address = 1 Return D16 Communications Address Provides the Communications Address of this particular D16 device. The Communications Address is only of importance when operating single or multiple (to a maximum of eight) D16s via Cadac’s Sound Automation Manager (SAM) .
4-5 4.3 Options Menu ■ Select Options from the Root menu to enter the Options menu. ■ Use Next and Prev to scroll through the Options menu and Return for the Root menu. ■ From the Root menu press Options PFL Hold Prev Next 4.3.1 off Toggle Return PFL Hold Displays whether PFL Hold is on or off. This affects the operation of the 16 front panel PFL switches. ■ To enable or disable the PFL Hold function press the Menu but- ton labelled toggle.
4-6 ■ Use the Set rotary control to select the desired signal path for the D16. NOTE: If the DSP signal path displayed within the menu differs to that currently set within the D16 an asterix will be displayed next to the Load button. i.e. Load* ■ Press Load* to reconfigure the D16 signal path. NOTE: When reconfiguring the D16, please be aware that the DSP within the unit will be re-initialised. This means that it will interrupt any audio flow passing through the unit.
4-7 4.4 Levels Menu ■ Select Levels from the Root menu to view input channel, main output and gain reduction levels. ■ From the Root menu press Levels Chan 1: <-60.0dB Prev Next Input Range Return The top row of the window displays either the input level, main output signal strength or channel gain reduction as an accurate numeric value (to a tenth of a dB) on a per channel basis.
4-8 NOTE: These meters are limited in their resolution and therefore only increment in 6dB steps. They are intended to simply provide visual indication of signal level strength rather than being used as a measuring tool. ■ Use Prev and Next to select the desired input channel (1 to 16), main output (1 to 16) or gain reduction meter. ■ Press Return to return to the Root menu.
4-9 4.5 Faders Menu Select Faders from the Root menu to enable control over all input, output and master fader levels. To return any time to the Root menu, press Return. ■ From the Root menu, press faders. Chan 1: -86.0dB Prev Next ________________ -0dB Input Set All Return The Faders menu provides control over input, main output and group master fader levels. NOTE: Group Master fader levels can be equated to DC or VCA Master fader levels as found on traditional analogue audio mixing consoles.
4-10 4.5.1 Set One Fader Level Select whether input, output or master faders are to be controlled by pressing the Menu button labelled either Input, Output or Master. Chan 1: -86.0dB Prev Next ________________ -0dB Input Set One Return Make sure that the Faders Menu is set for individual control. This mode is selected by pressing the Menu button labelled Set One. If this Menu button is already displaying Set All, then the Fader Menu is already in the required mode 1. Chan 1: -86.
4-11 Chan 4: 0.0dB Prev Next ___-____________ -0dB Input Set All Return To return to the Root Menu, press Return. 4.5.2 Set All Fader Levels Select which faders are to be controlled by pressing the Menu button labelled either Input, Output or Master. Chan 4: -86.0dB Prev Next ________________ -0dB Input Set All Return This mode is selected by pressing the Menu button labelled Set All. If this menu is displaying Set One, then the Fader Menu is already in the required mode. Chan 4: -86.
4-12 Chan 4: 0.0dB Prev Next - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -0dB Input Set One Return To return to the Root Menu, press Return. 4.5.3 Master Fader The Master Fader control screen works in conjunction with Cadacs’ Sound Automation Manager (SAM) computer software package. Via SAM, it is possible to independently assign input and output faders to be part of a DC or VCA style group. There are in total 16 master group faders within the D16.
4-13 4.6 Edit Menu ■ Select Edit from the Root menu to control all channel parame- ters. To return any time to the Root menu press Return. ■ From the Root menu press Edit to enter the Edit Menu. [ – Chan 1 +] 4.6.1 Low Pass Freq (off) [ – Param +] Return Edit Menu Controls ■ To scroll through the 16 input channels use the Channel – or + menu buttons. [ – Chan + ] To scroll through the 16 input channels, use the Channel – or + menu buttons, see diagram above.
4-14 4.6.2 Channel Reset The D16 provides the ability to return any channel to its default state. This can be of use when reconfiguring specific channels within the D16, or wishing to return a channel to a known status. ■ To return a particular channel to the system default status, first select the desired channel by using the Chan + and Chan Menu buttons. ■ Simultaneously press the Para + and Para - Menu buttons.
4-15 4.6.4 Channel Parameters Each channel on the D16 is provided with the following parameters: ■ Mic Gain (when used in conjunction with Cadac’s M16 Remote ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Controlled Microphone Amplifier) Input Trim and Polarity Invert High and Low Pass Filters 4-band Fully Parametric Equaliser. 16 individual sends to the Main outputs, source Pre or Post fader Gate Compressor Delay The following parameters are available to the operator via the Edit menu. 4.7 EQ Section - High and Low Pass Filters 4.
4-16 4.8 EQ-section - 4-Band Fully Parametric Equaliser The D16 equaliser has been developed to emulate Cadac’s classic equalisers as found on the J and R-Type consoles. NOTE: EQ band selection. Each equaliser band (LF, LMF, HMF, HF) can be independently toggled on or off by pushing the Set control located to the right of the Menu display. This will activate the EQ band’s Frequency, Gain and Q functions. 4.8.1 LF Freq Frequency selection The LF frequency can be selected by rotating the Set control.
4-17 4.8.8 HMF Gain Gain selection The HMF gain can be selected in 0.1dB increments by rotating the Set control. Available cut/boost range is from -18.0dB to 18.0dB. 4.8.9 HMF Q Q factor The HMF Q factor can be selected in 0.1 increments by rotating the Set control. Available Q factor range is from 1.0 to 3.0. 4.8.10 HF Freq Frequency selection The HF frequency can be selected by rotating the Set control. Available frequency range is from 1.5kHz to 15.0kHz. 4.8.
4-18 Send 1 level can be controlled in 0.1dB increments, from –65.0dB to +10dB by rotating the Set control. Press Param + to scroll through the remaining Sends. Repeat as above. 4.10 Dynamics Section. The D16 comes equipped with a comprehensive dynamics sections on every input channel, providing Gate and Compression algorithms. All dynamics parameters can be accessed through the Menu display. 4.10.
4-19 4.11 Compressor The D16 Compressor section comprises of the following parameters: Attack, Release, Threshold, Hold, Ratio, Make Up Gain and Knee. The compressor is sourced either PreEQ or PostEQ dependant on how the compressor is globally configured. NOTE: Compressor on/off selection. The Compressor can be toggled on or off by pushing the Set control located to the right of the Menu display. The Compressor can be activated within any of the Release, Hold, Ratio and Gain screens.
4-20 4.11.6 Compressor Gain The Compressor Make Up Gain can be controlled in 0.1dB increments from 0.0dB to +30.0dB. 4.12 Input Gain Control 4.12.1 Input Trim The Input Trim feature adjusts the input sensitivity to the channel in 0.1dB steps by rotating the Set control. Available gain range is from –10.0dB to +10dB. Pushing the Set control toggles the polarity of the input signal in the digital domain. 4.12.2 Mic Gain (M16) 2 4.
5-1 5 Automated Operation using Cadac Sound Automation Manager The D16 is designed to fully integrate with CADAC’s advanced Windows based Sound Automation Manager (SAM). Automation is now an integral part of modern sound design, requiring a sophisticated range of tools to cater for the ever-increasing complexity of live sound applications. Under SAM, every D16 parameter can be controlled, allowing complex cue changes to be performed.
5-2 ■ Click Next > ■ Enter Name and Company. Do not alter the serial number.
5-3 ■ Choose the destination folder where SAM is to be installed. The default destination folder is C:\Program Files\Cadac.
5-4 ■ SAM will then be installed.
5-5 ■ Once completed click on Finish You have now installed Cadac’s Sound Automation Manager software.
5-6 5.3 Connecting the PC to the D16 ■ Make sure that the D16 is powered down before making any data connections. ■ Connect the supplied USB cable to an available USB port on the computer. Only one end of the cable is designed to connect directly to the computer. Connect the other end to the USB connector provided on the rear panel of the D16. ■ Power up the D16.
5-7 ■ Click on “install from a list or a specific location (Advanced)” and then Next> ■ Select “Search” and then enable checkbox “Include this loca- tion in the search:” ■ Click on Browse and select C:\Program Files\Cadac\USB- Driver ■ Click Next> Revision DM2005-5 D16 Digital Mix Matrix
5-8 ■ The Wizard will install the USB Driver for the Cadac - D16 Digital Mix Matrix.1 ■ Upon completion click Finish You have now installed the Cadac USB Driver. 1. D16 Digital Mix Matrix It is likely that Windows will raise a message box to inform you that the Cadac USB driver has not been digitally signed by Microsoft. This is perfectly acceptable and you may proceed to install this driver.
5-9 5.4 Configuring SamSetup NOTE: If your computer is running a firewall you may be warned that the Cadac program is trying to access the internet. This is because of the communications method employed, and the program is not actually accessing the internet. You should therefore instruct the firewall to grant access permission to the program. After you have installed the Sound Automaton Manager it will appear as a new section in the Program folder of the Windows ® Start menu.
5-10 5.4.1 Single/Multiple D16 Set up Select Console > Setup Consoles from the SamSetup window. ■ Click your mouse over the Console 1 check box to activate the ‘console’ you wish to configure. ■ From the Type pull down menu select Multiple D16s ■ Set Frames to the number of D16s that are to be controlled within SAM. Frames = 1 for a single D16, Frames = 2 for two D16s, Frames = 3 for three D16s etc.
5-11 ■ Click on button Set Port to configure which communications port is to be used. ■ Click checkbox to enable Use USB Port (SamUsb) ■ Set Unit ID to 1. NOTE: For Single D16 operation. Make sure that the D16 Unit ID (set via the D16 front panel menu, see 4.2.4 D16 Communications Address) is identical to that set within SamSetup. NOTE: For Multiple D16 operation. Make sure that the first unit’s Communication Address (set via the D16 front panel menu, see 4.2.
5-12 ■ Click on OK to close Network Settings window. ■ Click on OK to close Setup Consoles window Now you need to configure SamSetup to recognise the D16(s) and whether they are input or output matrices. ■ From the main SamSetup window, make sure that Console 1 is selected within the Console window. This is located in the top right-hand corner of the SamSetup window. It should display Multiple D16s. ■ Choose the Current Frame from the Frame Configuration win- dow for the D16 that you want to configure.
5-13 The example above shows that D16 #1 is configured to be an input matrix. If multiple D16s are to be used then the process needs to be repeated for the remaining D16s in the system: Example: To configure D16 #3. ■ Select the Current Frame within the Frame Configuration win- dow to 3. ■ From the Fixed Layouts pull-down menu select whether the D16 is configured as an input or output matrix. ■ Once the Fixed Layout is selected click on the Set Layout button to configure D16 #3.
5-14 The example above shows that D16 #3 is configured to be an output matrix. If the Computer and D16 are communicating correctly two green ticks will appear in the Console window. The first (a ghost icon) indicates active communication with the D16 USB driver, and the second (a console icon) indicates active communication with the D16. Once complete, either: ■ Select File>Save to save settings or ■ Select File>Save and Exit to save the settings and exit the SamSetup utility.
5-15 5.4.2 D16 operation in conjunction with an automated Cadac console SAM provides the ability to automate two independent Cadac consoles within the same automation system. For example simultaneous control of both a J-Type and an F-Type console. This facility can also be extended to the D16, therefore allowing control of both a Cadac console and single, or multiple D16s within the same automation package. The setup procedure is identical to that described in chapter 5.4.
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6-1 6 Getting up and running CADAC’s Sound Automation Manager is a feature packed live automation system that has evolved over many years. Consequently, it is not possible to detail all the features and facilities that SAM provides within this user manual. Such information can be obtained from the SAM Installation & User Manual. SAM also provides a useful and comprehensive on-line help assistant, accessed via the help menu.
6-2 To enable communications: ■ ■ ■ ■ Select the Comms pull down menu Select Open/Close Ports Tick the Online checkbox relating to the D16(s) Press the D16’s associated Set Port button located on the right hand side of the window. Check that the USB port is enabled and that the Unit ID is identical to the Communications Address set on the first D16. See 4.2.
6-3 6.1.1 Loading the first CUE ■ To load the first cue from the Sample Show, press the PageDn button on your computer (this is a short-cut key). An alternative way of recalling a cue is to go to the Cue window (to open this window select View>Cue from the pull down menu), left-click with the mouse to select the desired cue number (1.00, 2.00 etc.), then right-click and select Recall Cue. Hint: PageDn loads the next cue, while PgUp loads the previous cue.
6-4 ■ From the Console View window, left-click over both the Module 1 and Frame 1 icons to bring the D16 windows (for D16 #1) into view. Configurations of either D16 input or output matrices result in two separate windows being displayed for each D16. The first represents the channel strips (known as the Module Frame), while the second is a fader window (known as the Fader Frame.
6-5 This Module Frame window is configured as a D16 input matrix. Use the scroll bar located at the bottom of the window to scroll across all 16 channels. A further 16 blank panels can also be viewed. These positions are only used when the D16 is configured as an output matrix. NOTE: The resolution of the computer display will determine how much detail can be viewed at any one time. With higher resolution screens (such as 1400x1050 or higher) it is possible to view 16 channels at a time.
6-6 The fader view operates in a similar manner to the Module Frame window. The Fader Frame window enables access to all 16 input and 16 output faders by using the scroll bar located at the bottom of the window. Input Faders come with white fader caps. Output faders come with red fader caps.
6-7 When configured as an output matrix the first 16 module positions within the module frame window consist of the D16 input stage and matrix send controls. Whilst the second set of 16 module positions provide the output dynamics, delay and EQ controls which are sourced post matrix sends. Use the scroll bar located at the bottom of the module frame window to scroll between input and output channels. The fader view operates in a similar manner to the Module Frame window.
6-8 6.1.2 Changing D16 module Parameters ■ To change any of the D16 switch parameters within the Module Frame window, left-click the mouse over the switch on the desired channel. The new status of the switch will be displayed, although more detailed information can be viewed within the module detail window. Example: Switch status for Matrix Send source selection.
6-9 ■ To change any of the rotary values double-click over the module (making sure not to click over a switch). This will bring up a Detail View (see below) which provides a greater degree of module information and allows all parameters to be changed. Holding the mouse pointer over any of the potentiometers will open a “ToolTip”, showing the current value of the potentiometer. ■ To change the value of the potentiometer left-click the mouse over the pot and drag the mouse.
6-10 6.1.3 Changing D16 Fader Parameters ■ To change any of the D16 fader values via SAM, from the Fader Frame window double-click over the desired fader. This will bring up a detail window, which allows all parameters to be changed. ■ To change any of the PFL and MUTE switches, place the mouse pointer over the desired switch and left-click. The new status of the switch will be displayed as per traditional physical back lit switches.
6-11 6.1.4 Global Update of parameters NOTE: Global Update is a very powerful editing feature with which you may extensive changes to your show file. The section below is a simple introduction, it is suggested that reference is also made to the full detailed explanation within the SAM User Guide . The Global Update feature within SAM allows selection of various parameters over multiple channels simultaneously. This, therefore, is a highly useful feature, when wanting to set the D16 into an initial state.
6-12 ■ Click over the switch you want to change until it displays the desired setting. Double-click over the potentiometer that needs changing and input the desired value, in dB, in the Set Pot Value window. Then click on Apply Selected. Entering a numerical value for Aux16. ■ To action the update process, click on the Update button within the Global Update window.
6-13 6.1.5 Updating a fader level This operation is identical to using Global Update on channel parameters. The only difference is that it is possible to update the fader value by dragging the fader cap up and down.
6-14 6.1.6 Target Edit The Target Edit feature within SAM allows simulteneous control of single, multiple (or even differing parameters) over single/multiple channels, all directly via the Frame Views within SAM. This is a highly useful feature, especially when operating SAM via a Tablet PC as the operator does not have the benefit of using a mouse to access the Detail View windows. Example: Controlling a D16 output matrix via a wireless Tablet PC.
6-15 6.1.7 Opening Target Edit The function of Target Edit is to allow the operator to control any fader or potentiometer parameter directly from the main Module and Fader Frames within SAM. Therefore avoiding the need to delve further into the system (i.e. opening Detail Views) in order to change these parameters. NOTE: The following instructions apply to using a mouse. However, if using a stylus then the equivalent to a right-click of the mouse is to briefly hold the stylus pen to the screen.
6-16 6.1.8 Using Target Edit to alter single potentiometer values. ■ Open the Target Edit window. ■ Select which potentiometer you want to alter and left-click the mouse over it. The selected control will then be contained within a red box. ■ The Target Edit window displays the Module name, Control name and current Value. Channel 4, Auxiliary 9 with a current Control Value of -65dB ■ Left-click on the - and + buttons to alter the potentiometer Value, or press the + or - keys on your keyboard.
6-17 6.1.9 Using Target Edit to alter fader values. ■ Open the Target Edit windown. ■ Select which fader you want to alter and left-click the mouse over it. The fader will then be contained within a red box ■ The Target Edit window displays the Module name, Control name and current Value. Channel 5, Fader with a current Control Value of -infinity (i.e. closed) ■ Left-click on the - and + buttons to alter the fader Value.
6-18 6.1.10 Using Target Edit to alter multiple values. With Target Edit it is possible to select and control multiple parameters simultaneously. Examples are: (GLW#PXOWLSOH#SDUDPHWHUV#ZLWKLQ#D#VLQJOH#0RGXOH1 (GLW#D#VLQJOH#SDUDPHWHU#RYHU#PXOWLSOH#0RGXOHV1 (GLW#PXOWLSOH#SDUDPHWHUV#RYHU#PXOWLSOH#0RGXOHV1# ■ Open the Target Edit window. ■ Select which parameters you want to alter and while holding down the Shift key, left-click the mouse over them. It is possible to select both potentiometers and faders.
6-19 ■ Check the Fine Adjustment box to enable parameter values to change at a finer resolution. NOTE: When multiple controls of differing values are being adjusted (Value field displays Multiple), each parameter value is being adjusted relative to the number of times the - and + buttons are being pressed. i.e. they maintain their individual settings plus or minus their relative adjustment.
6-20 When linking channels a confirmation window will appear to warn that parameters within the selected module will be copied to either the module to the left or right. ■ Click OK to continue or Cancel to return to the main window. A graphic link above the selected channels is then displayed within the Module View window to indicate which channels are linked. ■ Repeat this procedure where necessary for stereo linking both channel modules and fader modules.
SPEC-1 D16 Specifications Note: 0dBu = 0.775v rms without reference to impedance. Unless otherwise stated, all specifications given below apply to the frequency range 20Hz to 20kHz. All noise measurements are rms, and made with a DIN audio band filter ( –3dB points at 22Hz and 22kHz) in circuit. Analogue inputs Input Impedance: Nominal Input Level: Max.
SPEC-2 Dynamic Parameters Gate Attack Release Hold Compressor Attack Release Hold Ratio Knee Threshold -70dBu to + 23dBu 100µs to 250ms 50ms to 2.6s 25ms to 4s Makeup Gain Threshold -70dBu to +23dBu 100µs to 250ms 50ms to 2.6s 25ms to 4s 1:5:1 to 20:1 Hard or Soft selectable Peak or RMS selectable 0.0dB to +30.
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APP-5 D16 Default Parameters Revision DM2005-5 All faders All PFL All Mutes = 0.0dB = OFF = OFF EQ LP HP LF LMF HMF HF = OFF = OFF = OFF = OFF = OFF = OFF SENDS = All “PRE OFF” GATE Attack Release Threshold Hold = OFF = 0.0ms = 50.0ms = –79.1dB = 25.0ms COMPRESSOR Attack Release Threshold Hold Ratio Make up gain = Peak, Hard, Off = 0.0ms = 50.0ms = 23.3dB = 25.0ms = 1.0:1 = 0.0dB Trim Phase Invert MIC Gain = 0.0dB = OFF = 10.0dB PAD = OFF Delay = OFF 0.0ms 35kHz 14Hz 20Hz 60Hz 400Hz 1.
APP-6 CADAC USB ReProgramming Utility CADAC will, from time to time, release firmware updates for the D16 in order to improve performance and enhance facilities. Your local CADAC distributor will keep you informed when such updates are available. The following sections explains how to install the new firmware into the D16 using the USB ReProgramming Utility. Before any update can take place, it is important to make sure that neither SAM Configuration nor Sound Automation Manager is running on the system.
APP-7 Running the Sam ReProgramming Utility Make sure that the D16 is switched on and the USB cable is connected to both computer and D16. ■ Click on the Start button on the Windows Taskbar. ■ Select All Programs > Sound Automation Manager > USB ReProgramming Utility. The reprogramming application SamFlasher will open.
APP-8 SamFlasher will interrogate the USB port and display which devices are attached. In this case it will be the D16. Details of the D16 will be displayed, giving Unit ID, Unit Description, Unit Serial Number and currently installed firmware version. To install the new firmware version, first highlight the unit that requires updating by clicking over the Unit ID number. This will highlight the unit and display the unit serial number within the File box.
APP-9 Once selected, the file details will be displayed in the File box, giving file description, file size and date of release. With the file location specified and the desired unit for firmware update highlighted, left-click on the START button. This will initiate reprogramming of the firmware. IMPORTANT: WHEN UPDATING FIRMWARE, DO NOT RUN ANY OTHER PROGRAMS, ALSO DO NOT REMOVE POWER OR ANY CONNECTIONS, OTHERWISE THE FIRMWARE UPDATE WILL BE INTERRUPTED AND THE D16 MAY NO LONGER OPERATE.
APP-10 F16 DC Master Assignment Interface Unit The F16 is a simple 1U rack mount unit designed to interface the analogue voltages of a Cadac console’s DC Master faders to the digital control environment of the D16. An additional feature of the F16 enables D16 integration with select third-party consoles or custom built third-party control interfaces. NOTE: The F16 is shipped from the factory with rubber feet mounted on the underside of the chassis.
APP-11 Operating Modes Master The Master mode enables the F16 to connect directly to one, or more, D16 units without the need to enumerate communications addresses. NOTE: The Comms and Error LEDs do not operate in Master Mode. Slave This mode is not implemented. Connectors The rear panel is equipped with the following connectors: XLR Male and Female These connectors provide the Cadac RS-485 communications bus on XLR connectors. They are labelled RS485 to indicate that they are NOT audio connections.
APP-12 Fader Bus and Data Bus A Connections These two 25-way female ‘D’ type connectors are designed to plug directly onto the identically named connectors on the back of a Cadac J-Type console where they gain access to the DC Voltages generated by the console’s DC Master faders and other logic functions. NOTE: Only voltage control has been implemented at this time and therefore it is only necessary to connect the Fader Bus to the console.
APP-13 F16 Software Version To check the software version of the F16 press and hold the MODE button for 3 seconds. Both the MASTER and SLAVE LEDs will flash and the Fader Open LEDS will display a 16-bit binary number. Software versions are usually defined as a number such as V1.23 where the pre-decimal point digit(s) are incremented for major changes to the software and the post-decimal digits are incremented for minor changes to the software.
APP-14 D16 Digital Mix Matrix Revision DM2005-5
WARRANTY-1 Warranty Dear Customer, We thank you for having purchased this CADAC product and hope you will have many years of service from it. Your CADAC product is warranted for a period of 12 months from the date of original purchase to be free from defects in material and workmanship.
WARRANTY-2 D16 Digital Mix Matrix Revision DM2005-5
INDEX-1 Index Numerics 40x2 Menu Display 3-1 4-Band Fully Parametric Equaliser 4-16 A AC mains connection 2-1 AC mains voltage 2-1 Analogue Line Level Input Connectors 3-2 Analogue Line Level Output Connectors 3-2 Analogue Outputs 3-3 Audio Connections 3-3 Automated Operation 5-1 B BackLight 4-6 Bus Output Connector 3-2 C Chan 4-13 Changing D16 Fader Parameters 6-10 Changing D16 module Parameters 6-8 Changing the fuse 1-1 Channel LED indicators 3-4 Channel Number 3-1 Channel Parameters 4-15 Channel Re
INDEX-2 E Edit 4-2 Edit Menu 4-13 Edit Menu Controls 4-13 Electromagnetic compatibility EQ Section 4-15 vii F F16 APP-10–APP-13 Calibration APP-10 Fader Bus Connection APP-12 Master Mode APP-11 RS-485 commuications APP-11 Slave Mode APP-11 Software Version APP-13 Fader Bank Control 4-11, 4-12 Fader Frame 6-4, 6-6 Faders Menu 4-9 Frequency selection 4-15 Front panel 3-1 Front panel menu navigation 4-1 Fuse 1-1 Replacing 1-1 Type 1-1 G Gate 4-18 Attack 4-18 Hold 4-18 Release 4-18 Threshold 4-18 Global U
INDEX-3 L Levels 4-2 Levels Menu 4-7 Loading the first CUE 6-3 M Mains 1-1 Cable 1-1 Fuse 3-2 Fuse (Changing) 1-1 Inlet 3-2 Power 3-3 Power On LED 3-1 Switch 3-1 mains 1-1 Menu Buttons 3-1 Menu Display Overview.
INDEX-4 R Rack mount frame 2-1 Rear panel 3-2 Remote Control Connector 3-2 Remote Indicator 3-1 Return 4-1 Root Menu display 4-2 Running SAM with a D16 6-1 Running the Sam ReProgramming Utility APP-7 S Safety checklist 1-2 Safety Notice 1-2 Sends to Main outputs 4-17 Servicing 1-2 Set 4-17 Set Control 4-13 Set rotary encoder with push switch Signal Overload Indicator 3-1 Signal Path 4-5 Signal Path Selection 4-5 Signal Present Indicator 3-1 Source selection 4-17 Stereo Link 6-19 System 4-2 System Menu 4-