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Ui12, Ui16 User Manual INFORMATION INFORMATION IMPORTANT Please read this manual carefully before using your mixer for the first time. This equipment complies with the EMC directive 2004/108/EC and LVD 2006/95/EC.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual CONTENTS CONTENTS 1.0 AN INTRODUCTION TO Ui 1.1: Safety 1.2: Warranty 1.3: Specifications 2.0: GETTING STARTED 5.0: CHANNEL EDIT 5.1: DigiTech 5.2: Parametric EQ 5.3: Graphic EQ 5.3.1 AFS2 - Feedback Elimination 2.1: System Overview 5.4: Dynamics 2.2: Hardware I/O & Control 5.5: Aux / FX Sends 2.3: Input Channel Routing 2.4: Getting Connected 3.0: SOFTWARE CONTROL 3.0.1: Updates & Requirements 6.0: MIX FEATURES 6.1: View & Mute Groups 6.2: More Me 3.0.2: Reset The Mixer 3.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 1.0: INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION TO Ui The Ui Series mixers feature cross-platform compatibility with iOS, Android, Windows, Mac OS, and Linux devices, and can use up to 10 control devices simultaneously. In addition, the Ui12 and Ui16 each feature built-in HARMAN signal processing from dbx, DigiTech and Lexicon, including dbx AFS2, DigiTech Amp Modeling, and more.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 1.1: SAFETY INTRODUCTION > SAFETY SAFETY NOTICES For your own safety and to avoid invalidation of the warranty please read this section carefully. Important Symbols Cautions Alerts the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 1.1: SAFETY INTRODUCTION > SAFETY WARNINGS • Read these instructions. • Keep these instructions. • Heed all warnings. • Follow all instructions. • Clean the apparatus only with a dry cloth. • Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat resistors, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. • Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. • Do not use this apparatus near water.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 1.1: SAFETY INTRODUCTION > SAFETY WARNINGS ADVICE FOR THOSE WHO PUSH THE BOUNDARIES Although your new console will not output any sound until you feed it signals, it has the capability to produce sounds which, when monitored through an amplifier or headphones, can damage hearing over time. Please take care when working with your audio — if you are manipulating controls which you don’t understand (which we all do when we are learning), make sure your monitors are turned down.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 1.2: WARRANTY INTRODUCTION > SAFETY WARRANTY 1 Soundcraft is a trading division of Harman International Industries Ltd. End User means the person who first puts the equipment into regular operation. Dealer means the person other than Soundcraft (if any) from whom the End User purchased the Equipment, provided such a person is authorised for this purpose by Soundcraft or its accredited Distributor. Equipment means the equipment supplied with this manual.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 1.3: SPECIFICATIONS INTRODUCTION > SAFETY SOUNDCRAFT Ui TYPICAL SPECIFICATIONS • Frequency Response 20Hz-20kHz +/- 0.25 dB • THD -20dBFS @ 1kHz <0.006% • Noise Residual Noise -96dBu Mic Input E.I.N.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 2.0: GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED - AN INTRODUCTION TO THIS MANUAL Anyone with minimal audio experience should be able to operate the Soundcraft Ui Series consoles without reading too much of this manual, though we do recommend you take the time to go through it. An excellent place to start would be the feature list on the introductory page (section 1.0), the Wi-Fi and software set-up guide (3.1), and the software control guides for phone (3.2) and tablet (3.3) software.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 2.1: SYSTEM OVERVIEW GETTING STARTED > SYSTEM OVERVIEW This Soundcraft Ui console uses a compact main unit with built-in I/O, processing, and web server. Phones, tablets, and PCs can connect to the web server via Wi-Fi for platform-independant software control. 2.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 2.2: HARDWARE I/O & CONTROL GETTING STARTED > HARDWARE The Ui main unit’s front panel hosts all local audio inputs and outputs plus three master level controls. On one side panel you will find the power connector and power switch; on the other you will find the RESET button, FOOTSWITCH connection, two USB ports, and the Ethernet (wired LAN) connection). PHONES Set level for headphones outputs This controls the level on both headphone outputs.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 2.2: HARDWARE I/O & CONTROL GETTING STARTED > HARDWARE MIX L/R OUTPUT - XLR Master Channel XLR outputs The Master Channel XLR and jack outputs are parallel connections (identical). MIX L/R OUTPUT - JACK Master Channel Jack outputs The Master Channel XLR and jack outputs are parallel connections (identical). AUX OUTPUTS Physical outputs for the Aux Master outputs The Ui12 has two Aux Master outputs and the Ui16 has four.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 2.2: HARDWARE I/O & CONTROL GETTING STARTED > HARDWARE PWR Power Connector & Switch The Ui mixer has a power adapter with threaded locking ring. Insert the connector and screw the locking ring onto the socket to prevent accidental removal and to ensure a satisfactory electrical connection for best performance. Use the power switch with the reset button (other side panel) to reset the unit to factory default settings. RESET Recessed push switch used to reset the unit.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 2.2: HARDWARE I/O & CONTROL GETTING STARTED > HARDWARE MEDIA - REC (Ui16 only) USB Socket for USB Flash Drive - for recording audio The Soundcraft Ui 16mixer will record the Master Channel stereo output as a stereo file onto the storage device. See guide for playback and recording instructions - section 9.0. LINE IN Line level RCA inputs The RCA inputs feed the Line In L and Line In R channels in the UI mixer.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 2.3: INPUT CHANNEL ROUTING GETTING STARTED > INPUT CHANNEL ROUTING The diagram shows the audio signal path through an input channel - from physical input to bus sends (Aux, FX, Mix, and so on). Please note: The entire signal path (except for the hardware pre and output DACs) is clip-free with infinite headroom. It means that internal clipping is not introduced even by driving the EQ/Dyn to the max.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 2.4: GETTING CONNECTED GETTING STARTED > GETTING CONNECTED The Soundcraft Ui series uses built-in web server technology to enable computer, tablet, and phone-based in-browser control of all functions - simply connect to the Ui Wi-Fi access point (hotspot) and browse to the appropriate URL. Alternatively, you can connect via an existing Wi-Fi network, or via a wired LAN (Local Area Network) using the Ethernet port on the side of the unit. See Section 10.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 3.0: SOFTWARE CONTROL SOFTWARE CONTROL The browser-based software control for the Ui Series is available to any device in two versions. The small-screen version is optimised for phone-sized devices; the large-screen version is optimised for tablets and computers. In order to make best use of your Ui mixer, please read this section of software control. There are several navigation and menu access functions that will greatly simplify Ui control. 3.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 3.0.1: UPDATES & REQUIREMENTS SOFTWARE UPDATES & REQUIREMENTS The browser-based software control for the Ui Series actually runs from a virtual web server in the main Ui unit itself and is compatible with any modern browser software running on your control device. For Android users, you must use Android browser 4.4 or later, or another modern browser like Chrome to use the Ui web app. Up to 10 control devices can be used simultaneously.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 3.0.2: RESET THE MIXER SOFTWARE > RESET THE MIXER There are two levels of reset for the Ui mixer. The first will reset network settings in the event that you are unable to connect. The second (uses a fullreset.txt file on a USB memory stick in conjunction with the reset button. This will fully reset the unit back to its factory firmware and default settings.
3.1: SOFTWARE NAVIGATION Ui12, Ui16 User Manual SOFTWARE > SOFTWARE NAVIGATION There are many navigation / gesture techniques common to both the Tablet and Phone versions of the Ui control software. This section describes the main ones. Section 3.7 summarises all control gestures. Please Note: The screen shots shown are from the phone version of the software, except where the two differ significantly in content.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 3.1: SOFTWARE NAVIGATION SOFTWARE > SOFTWARE NAVIGATION Double Tap Channel Strip Double tap anywhere except the fader to access the METERS screen or switch back to the MIX screen from the GAIN screen. Scroll Channel Names Touch/click-hold and slide on channel names to access channel names across the whole mixer, including FX Sends, Aux Sends, and Group Faders.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 3.1: SOFTWARE NAVIGATION SOFTWARE > SOFTWARE NAVIGATION Long (held) Tap/Click A long tap/click on certain controls brings up a sub-menu specific to that control. For example, a long hold or click on a channel name gives access to channel presets, renaming, copy/paste settings, sub group assignment, stereo linking, channel reset, and the ASSIGN ME function. Slideout View Touch the Slideout Arrow to the right of the MIX screen to access the Slideout View panel.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 3.1.1: CONTROL / GESTURE SUMMARY SOFTWARE > CONTROL SUMMARY There are many control gestures, taps, and clicks to help navigate the Ui Control software quickly and intuitively. This is a summary of those control options. List selectors • Item selections available in list boxes can be made by double clicking/tapping on a selection in addition to using a ‘load’ button trigger. MIX page shortcuts • Double click/tap on channel virtual LCD display to return channel Vol to 0dB.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 3.1.1: CONTROL / GESTURE SUMMARY SOFTWARE > CONTROL SUMMARY Channel EDIT page > EQ tab Parametric EQ: • Double click/tap in vacant space to navigate to MIX page. • Drag PEQ frequency balls to adjust dB gain and frequency values. • Double click/tap frequency balls to reset selected frequency band to 0dB and default frequency. • Pinch-gesture or mousewheel/trackpad scroll on selected frequency ball to adjust Q value.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 3.2: TABLET NAVIGATION SOFTWARE > TABLET / LARGE SCREEN NAVIGATION The MIX Screen is the default for the Ui tablet / large screen software - You can navigate from there to other screens and functions in a variety of ways. The Level 1 Navigation controls take you directly to various primary screens, Level 2 navigation (page tabs) switches layers within the selected screen, and Level 3 navigation controls select individual channels.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 3.2: TABLET NAVIGATION SOFTWARE > TABLET / LARGE SCREEN NAVIGATION MIX / GAIN Access the MIX and GAIN pages When the button is orange, the MIX page is shown (channel faders) and when the button is Red, the GAIN page is shown (remote gain faders and input stage controls). EDIT Access the EDIT page for the selected channel Resulting page configuration depends on selected channel. For example, the EDIT page for an input channel will have EQ, Dynamics, Aux Sends, and FX Send tabs.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 3.2: TABLET NAVIGATION SOFTWARE > TABLET / LARGE SCREEN NAVIGATION SNAPSHOT Access the Show and Snapshots pop-up selector Load shows and snapshots directly from this pop-up. SLIDEOUT Access the SLIDEOUT view on the right hand side of the screen Offers fast view and status switching functionality. The Slideout view can be configured as ‘pinned’ (permanent) in the SETTINGS page for Mix and Aux/FX Sends pages independently. 3.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 3.2.1: KEYBOARD CONTROL SOFTWARE > KEYBOARD CONTROL For users mixing with a device that has a keyboard, please see below a set of easily accessible key commands, making it quick and efficient to access the most used features on the mixer.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 3.3: TABLET SCREENS SOFTWARE > TABLET SOFTWARE SCREENS The main tablet software screens are accessed from the level 1 Navigation Buttons along the top of the screen area, or via fast-access routes, such as double-tapping on a fader to access the EQ screen (see section 3.1). METERS The Tabs are METERS (for all channels), MUTES (Mute group Assignment), VIEWS (View Group assignment), and SUBS (sub-group assignment).
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 3.3: TABLET SCREENS SOFTWARE > TABLET SOFTWARE SCREENS EDIT The EDIT page provides access to audio processing such as EQ, DYNAMICS, and FX. The specific audio processing tabs available depend on the selected channel type. For example, the aux outputs and Master Channel include Graphic EQ. AUX SENDS AUX SENDS is where the aux mixes are created. The faders determine the level of signal sent to the selected aux bus.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 3.3: TABLET SCREENS SOFTWARE > TABLET SOFTWARE SCREENS MEDIA The Ui mixer has a built in media player. This can be used for backing tracks or for background music in between sets. The file playback is streamed directly from a USB stick. Press the MEDIA icon to enter the player page. Files can be played from a playlist or directly from the file list. Press and hold the PLAYER channel name to bring up the channel menu.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 3.4: PHONE NAVIGATION SOFTWARE > PHONE NAVIGATION The MIX screen is the default for the Ui software - You can navigate from there to other screens and functions in a variety of ways. To access the Menu screen, press the NAV icon in the top right corner of the screen. Press it again to return to the MIX screen. NAV Access the main menu screen When in use, the NAV button changes to the ‘Return’ icon. Use this to return to the MIX screen.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 3.4: PHONE SCREENS SOFTWARE > PHONE SOFTWARE SCREENS From the MENU screen you can access the MIX screen (Return button, top right corner) and nine other primary screens via the large colour-coded buttons. PLAYER The Ui mixer has a built in media player. This can be used for backing tracks or for background music in between sets. The file playback is streamed directly from a USB stick. Files can be played from a playlist or directly from the file list.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 3.5: PHONE SCREENS SOFTWARE > PHONE SOFTWARE SCREENS AUX SENDS AUX SENDS is where the AUX mix is created. The AUX input channel faders determine the signal level sent to that aux bus. Select an aux mix on the right to adjust the mix from all channels. GAIN All Ui mixer models include remote gain control and remote phantom power. The GAIN screen - easily identified by its red fader level lines - features Gain Faders, and the 48V phantom power and PHASE buttons.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 4.0: MIXER CHANNELS MIXER CHANNELS The Ui mixers has a variety of input and output channel types. You can view all channels in the main MIX screen and drag-scrolling along the virtual console. You can also use the MIX page Slideout panels to select specific channel types and preset views. INPUT CHANNEL - sections 4.1 and 4.2 A Ui Input channel consists of a GAIN section (physical input, pre-amp, phase, phantom power etc) and the MIX section.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 4.1: INPUT: GAIN PAGE CHANNELS > INPUT: GAIN PAGE The Gain page allows you to control the input stage aspects of a Ui input channel. It is a channel strip-type display with red fader level indicators. TABLET: Click/tap MIX/GAIN button to toggle MIX and GAIN pages. PHONE: Use the GAIN menu button to navigate to the GAIN page. NOTE: The GAIN screen has the Input Display and Pan/Balance controls in common with the MIX screen please see section 4.2 for details.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 4.2: INPUT: MIX PAGE CHANNELS > INPUT: MIX PAGE The MIX page is the Ui control software’s default page and allows you to control the routing and panning and fader of a Ui input channel. Please note - the phone software displays panning/balance, solo, and mute status, but for control you should use the EDIT page. Those controls are described in this section. TABLET: Click/tap MIX/GAIN button to toggle MIX and GAIN pages.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 4.2: INPUT: MIX PAGE CHANNELS > INPUT: GAIN PAGE MUTE Turn off the audio signal of a channel MUTE is an immediate audio off, rather than having to slide down the fader (and removes the possibility of forgetting its original position). The MUTE button mutes the channel output to the main stereo bus. It can also mute an aux output, depending on the aux’s PRE or POST status (post fader aux will be muted).
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 4.2.1: INPUT SUB-MENU CHANNELS > INPUT SUB-MENU By long-clicking/tapping on a channel name you can access the channel sub-menu for access to various channel parameters... CHANNEL PRESETS Recall and save whole channel settings - Factory and User preset banks. RENAME Rename the channel. The new name will be shown in the Channel Name fields. COPY / PASTE SETTINGS Copy the channel settings to the pasteboard.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 4.3: AUX SENDS CHANNELS > AUX SENDS Aux Outputs (short for Auxiliary) are the outputs on the top right of the Ui hardware. These outputs each have their own mix of input sources, separate from the master mix. Generally, aux outputs are used for musicians to hear their own mix on stage via a stage monitor speaker or to headphone amplifiers for in-ear monitoring. Alternatively, the aux outputs can be sent to external hardware FX units.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 4.3: AUX SENDS CHANNELS > AUX SENDS M-AUX / COPY MIX Copy the main mix to this aux mix This button copies the fader positions from the MIX page and moves all aux send faders to the same position on the AUX SENDS page. This is a handy starting point for an AUX mix rather than starting from all faders down. You can press this button at any time if you want your monitor mix fader positions to resemble the MAIN mix. For safety, user confirmation is required.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 4.3.1: AUX MASTER CHANNELS > AUX MASTER CHANNEL The Aux Master channel is the output path for Aux busses. In other words, the Aux 1 mix of contributions from all input channels passes through the Aux 1 Master channel before being sent out of the physical Aux 1 output. Ui12 has four Aux busses available, and Ui16 has six.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 4.4: FX SENDS CHANNELS > FX SENDS FX SENDS faders effectively determine the amount of effect (delay, reverb, chorus) on each input channel. They work much like aux sends in that a mix of input channel contributions is created on the FX SENDS page - one for each FX processor. After processing, that mix is returned via its own FX Return channel, which works just like an input channel - adjusting the overall level of that processor’s mix in the master stereo mix.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 4.5: SUB GROUP MASTER CHANNELS > SUB GROUP MASTER CHANNEL If you want to have control over the drum kit mix, for example, but also want single fader control over the whole kit’s contribution to the mix, you would use a Sub Group.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 4.6: MASTER CHANNEL CHANNELS > MASTER CHANNEL The Master Stereo Channel is the output channel for the main stereo (left & right) mix - determined by the input channel and FX Return channel faders and pan/balance controls. The Master Channel has its own EDIT page tabs, just like other channels (see section 5). The EQ for Ui Output channels (including Aux Masters) is a Graphic EQ (GEQ) rather than a parametric EQ (input channels and sub group masters).
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 4.6.1: MASTER SUB-MENU CHANNELS > MASTER CHANNEL > SUB MENU By long-clicking/tapping on a the Master Channel name you can access the Master Channel sub-menu for access to the ‘Set To Zero’ function and the Master Channel Preset Manager. SET TO ZERO DB This is a fast way to set the channel fader level back to zero dB. Double tap the MASTER channel name, then touch SET TO ZERO DB. MASTER PRESETS Save Master Channel setups as presets.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 5.0: CHANNEL EDIT CHANNEL EDIT The EDIT page is the basic access point for channel-based signal processing: EQ, dynamics, and FX and auxiliary sends. The actual processing and options available depend on the channel type. The selected channel strip will be shown on the left of the EDIT screen. In the phone software, the default EDIT page is a via-point for more detailed views and also offers access to basic channel parameters such as pan/balance, phase, phantom power, and more.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 5.1: DIGITECH CHANNEL EDIT > DIGITECH DigiTech input processing and channel view is available to the first two Ui mixer channels, and includes Hi-Z (high input impedance) selection for sources such direct-input guitar pick-ups. The DigiTech processing includes amp modelling: Emulations of guitar amps (with associated parameters) and cabinets. The DigiTech view also allows single-view editing of selected channel features via the ‘Jack-Plug Buttons’.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 5.1: DIGITECH CHANNEL EDIT > DIGITECH DIGITECH ON/OFF Turn DigiTech processing on or off When DigiTech processing is turned off, the channel will revert to its standard input stage. PRESETS Open the PRESETS management pop-up You can save and load settings presets for the DigiTech processing using this pop-up. AMP CONTROLS Adjust detailed settings for the selected amp model The controls include GAIN, LEVEL, BASS, MID, and TREBLE. Use the GAIN control to overdrive the amp model.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 5.2: PARAMETRIC EQ CHANNEL EDIT > PARAMETRIC EQ EQ adjusts the amplitude of an audio signal at particular frequencies. Ui input channels, FX Return channels, and Sub Group master channels have a four-band parametric EQ, plus High Pass Filter (HPF), and a De-Esser controlled from the same screen. The display also incorporates an optional Real Time Analyser (RTA), which shows a spectral view of the incoming signal.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 5.2: PARAMETRIC EQ CHANNEL EDIT > PARAMETRIC EQ RESET Reset the EQ to default values The EQ is set ‘flat’, and frequency and Q values are reset to defaults. BYPASS Bypass the EQ section of channel processing This control bypasses only the parametric EQ. HPF and De-Esser processing is unaffected. EQ / DE-ESSER FADER CONTROL Choose EQ or De-Esser fader control Controls for whichever is selected are assigned to the three control faders.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 5.2: PARAMETRIC EQ CHANNEL EDIT > PARAMETRIC EQ H - HPF BALL Draggable graphic ‘ball’ for High Pass Filter control Drag this graphic element to control. Left/Right adjusts Cut-Off frequency. Double-click/tap to reset. DE-ESSER FREQUENCY Fader control of De-Esser Frequency Determines the centre frequency of the De-Esser dynamic filter - the frequency on which the de-essing process is focussed. To access the De-Esser fader controls in phone software, tap the DE-ESSER SETUP button.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 5.2: PARAMETRIC EQ CHANNEL EDIT > PARAMETRIC EQ EQ Q Fader control of EQ ‘Q’ Q is effectively a measure of how tall and thin the bell shape of the EQ band is - the lower the Q, the wider the bandwidth affected, and vice versa. Fader control of EQ is only available with tablet software. Double-click/tap to reset. EQ GAIN Fader control of EQ Gain The amount by which the selected EQ band is either boosted or attenuated. Fader control of EQ is only available with tablet software.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 5.3: GRAPHIC EQ CHANNEL EDIT > GRAPHIC EQ Ui Aux Send Master channels and the Stereo Master Channel incorporate Graphic EQ (GEQ) instead of the parametric EQ of the input channels. This includes 31 fixed frequency bands (selected in banks of 16 and 15 with the mini-GEQ graphic) with adjustable boost/cut. In addition, the GEQ screen gives access to the dbx AFS2 (Automatic Feedback Suppression) processing.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 5.3: GRAPHIC EQ CHANNEL EDIT > GRAPHIC EQ BYPASS Bypass the GEQ processing dbx AFS2 SETUP Set up and operate the feedback elimination system for this bus. Only available with tablet software. See section 5.3.1 for more detail. PRESETS Save / load GEQ presets Brings up a standard preset management pop-up box. 5.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 5.3.1: AFS2 CHANNEL EDIT > GRAPHIC EQ > AFS2 AFS2 is a dbx feedback suppression system that uses 12 intelligent filters to detect and eliminate feedback across the audio spectrum. You can set AFS2 up on the master stereo output and/or Aux bus master channels by navigating to the channel’s Edit screen and selecting the EQ tab. AFS2 works in two modes. Fixed mode is used for ‘ringing out’ a system before a performance to ensure maximum headroom.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 5.3.1: AFS2 CHANNEL EDIT > GRAPHIC EQ > AFS2 AFS2 MODE Choose LIVE, FIXED, or LOCK Fixed mode is for pre-performance set-up, Live mode is for use during performance, and LOCK prevents changes to the current filters status. SENSITIVITY Adjust the input level feeding the AFS2 detector and make AFS2 more or less prone to mark a signal as feedback. Setting this parameter high will allow AFS2 to detect the feedback and notch it out more quickly.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 5.4: DYNAMICS CHANNEL EDIT > DYNAMICS The Ui dynamics section is a comprehensive audio compressor/limiter and gate section. Basically, a compressor reduces the level of the audio once it passes a particular threshold. You can set the Ui Compressor Release parameter to ‘Inf’ (Infinite) to create a Limiter. An audio gate uses a threshold to determine its ‘open ‘ (above Threshold) or ‘closed’ (below Threshold) status.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 5.4: DYNAMICS CHANNEL EDIT > DYNAMICS ATTACK Adjust the compressor Attack This is the speed at which the compressor reacts and reaches the attenuation set by the RATIO parameter. RELEASE Adjust the compressor Release This is the speed at which the compressor returns to ‘no attenuation’ after the signal level has fallen below the threshold level.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 5.4: DYNAMICS CHANNEL EDIT > DYNAMICS SOFT KNEE / HARD KNEE Set SOFT KNEE or HARD KNEE mode for the compressor This determines how threshold level is interpreted. HARD KNEE mode means that the threshold represents an abrupt transition. SOFT KNEE means that it represents a gradual transition. PRESETS Save / load Dynamics presets Brings up a standard preset management pop-up box. 5.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 5.5: AUX/FX SENDS CHANNEL EDIT > AUX/FX SENDS The AUX and FX SENDS tabs in the EDIT screen are a convenient way to access all output contributions for a single channel - as opposed to the ‘mix view’ approach of the dedicated AUX SEND and FX SEND pages. The AUX SENDS view/tab for both phone and tablet software versions includes PRE/POST and MUTE buttons for each send.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 6.1: VIEW & MUTE GROUPS MIX FEATURES > VIEW & MUTE GROUPS In Ui software you can mute channels individually, or in Mute Groups. There are six Mute Groups available to be assigned to any muteable channels. To mute all channels in a Mute Group, simply select the required Mute Group button. View Groups work in much the same way, though these define mixer channel views. For example, you could assign all vocal channels, plus an aux master to View Group 1 for instant recall.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 6.2: MORE ME MIX FEATURES > MORE ME MORE ME allows users to assign their own channels (which may include a vocal mic and an instrument channel for example) and mix the balance of those channels with a single large fader. This is a simple way to mix your own sound against other band members. To view MORE ME in the phone software, open the NAV menu and press MORE ME, or it can be accessed from the AUX SENDS screen with a double press on the green AUX MASTER fader.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 7.0: FX EDIT FX EDIT Digital FX are used in all types of audio to help create depth and colour to a mix. The Ui12 has three internal Lexicon FX processors: Reverb, Delay, and Chorus. The Ui16 has an additional processor that can either be an additional reverb or delay. There are dedicated FX Sends and Returns for the internal FX - simply adjust the corresponding FX Send level and bring up the level of the FX Return channel to incorporate FX into your mix. See section 4.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 7.1: REVERB FX EDIT > REVERB Reverberation (or “reverb” for short) is the complex effect created by the way we perceive sound in an enclosed space. Reverb is dependent on many features of that space, including the size, shape and the type of materials that line the walls. Reverb is a natural component of the acoustic experience, and most people feel that something is missing without it. TIME Reverb Time (milliseconds) The amount of time it takes for the reverberation tail to decay.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 7.2: DELAY FX EDIT > DELAY Delays repeat a sound a short time after it first occurs. Delay becomes echo when the output is fed back into the input (feedback). This turns a single repeat into a series of repeats, each a little softer than the last. The Ui delay time is set in Milliseconds or in musical values. Press the DIV display to access a drop down box with the available musical note values. Press the TAP TEMPO button repeatedly to tap in the desired delay time.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 7.3: CHORUS FX EDIT > CHORUS Chorus creates a lush, full sound by combining two or more signals together where one is unaffected and the other signals vary in pitch very slightly over time. Chorus is commonly used to fatten up tracks and to add body to guitars without colouring the original tone. Chorus can also be used with discretion to thicken a vocal track.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 8.0: SHOWS & SNAPSHOTS SHOWS & SNAPSHOTS A SHOW is a collection of SNAPSHOTS. A SNAPSHOT is a record of every setting on the console. You can save and recall snapshots and shows via the Ui control software - Phone or Tablet. A snapshot remembers every setting of your mixer at one time. A common usage for snapshots is to have one snapshot per song. So your snapshot list could look exactly like your song list.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 8.0: SHOWS & SNAPSHOTS SHOWS & SNAPSHOTS The unit ships with the Default Show loaded, and the * Init * snapshot. It is a good idea to create a new Show to work with and use the Default Show is an easy route back to default settings. To set up a show, from a SHOWS & SNAPSHOTS view (Settings) select SHOWS and press the NEW button. Then name your show. In the SHOWS AND SNAPSHOTS page you can create, load, delete, and rename shows and snapshots.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 9.0: MEDIA PLAYER & RECORDER PLAYBACK & RECORDING The Ui mixer has built-in media factilities. The Ui12 can playback via a USB memory stick, and the Ui16 can play and record. The player can be used for backing tracks or for background music in between sets, for example, while the Record facility records the main stereo mix. Playback is via the PLAYBACK L and PLAYBACK R channels - these are normal input channels dedicated to the USB playback function.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 9.0: MEDIA PLAYER & RECORDER PLAYBACK & RECORDING F1 & F2 PLAY In the tablet software the F1 & F2 buttons above the Master fader(and in the phone software the F1 button in the SlideOut panel) can be assigned to play next song (in the SETTINGS > CONFIG/SETUP screens). If the player is set to manual, then the player will stop at the finish of each song. Pressing the F1/F2 play button will play the next song in the list.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 10.0: SETTINGS SETTINGS The SETTINGS page allows the user to manage basic setup configurations, network parameters (including the password setting for the WiFi access point), GUI preferences, and access permissions on a per-user basis. Phone and tablet software versions display the settings in slightly different forms, but al are accessible on either platform. The sub headings used in this section refer to the Tablet software.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 10.0: SETTINGS SETTINGS RECORD MODE 32-bit, 24-bit, 16-bit Choose a sample rate for the media recording function. GUI PERFORMANCE FRAME RATE FULL, 1/2, 13, 1/4 Choose the highest frame rate that your device can reproduce for best performance. DISABLE RESCALING ON, OFF Enable/Disable display rescaling. Disable this if your display is struggling with GUI movements..
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 10.0: SETTINGS SETTINGS PIN SLIDEOUT IN MIX MODE OFF, ON When this option is on, your mixer page will always display the Ui SlideOut without having to re-open it each time you go back to the main mix screen. PIN SO FOR AUX/FX SENDS OFF, ON When this option is on, your Aux Sends page will always display the Ui SlideOut without having to re-open it each time you go to that screen. KINETIC SCROLL OFF, ON Allow screen to continue scrolling after release.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 10.1: NETWORK CONFIG SETTINGS > NETWORK CONFIG The Ui Config page allows you to enable/disable and edit settings for Hotspot wireless connection to the Ui hotspot), WiFi (connection to an existing WiFi network), and LAN (wired connection via Ethernet). There is also an Administration password change page, and a summary ‘Network State’ page. IMPORTANT: The default administration user name is ‘admin’ and the default administration password is ‘admin’.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 10.1.1: HOTSPOT SETTINGS > NETWORK CONFIG > HOTSPOT The Ui has it’s own hotspot, so it can create it’s own network so other devices can connect to it and access the software in it’s built-in webserver. Select the Hotspot Configuration menu in Network Config to edit the Hotspot settings. Use the Save/Update button to save Hotspot settings. IMPORTANT: You must recycle the Ui power (turn the unit off and on) for settings to take effect.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 10.1.2: WI-FI SETTINGS > NETWORK CONFIG > WI-FI The Ui can connect to an existing Wi-Fi network / Hotspot, and you can access the control software via the unit’s IP number (shown in Settings > Network). Select the Wi-Fi Configuration menu in Network Config to edit the Wi-Fi settings. Use the Save/Update button to save Wi-Fi settings. IMPORTANT: You must recycle the Ui power (turn the unit off and on) for settings to take effect.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual 10.1.3: LAN SETTINGS > NETWORK CONFIG > LAN The Ui can connect to an existing wired LAN (Local Area Network) by connection the Ethernet port on the side of the unit. This is the fastest, most secure method of connection to the Ui. Select the LAN Configuration menu in Network Config to edit the LAN settings. Use the Save/Update button to save LAN settings. IMPORTANT: You must recycle the Ui power (turn the unit off and on) for settings to take effect. Default Settings LAN IP: 10.10.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual APPENDIX 01: NO SOUND? NO SOUND? A TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE A Troubleshooting Guide. One of the most common problems experienced with mixing consoles is finding that an input isn’t appearing at an output. There are many possible reasons for this, but the best way to troubleshoot it is to go through the expected signal path and workout where the ‘break’ is... It is also important that you double checking all routing, assignments, and Solo / Mute Group status.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual APPENDIX 01: NO SOUND? NO SOUND? A TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Is the Gate shut? It is possible for an incorrectly set Gate process to stop all signal. This happens most often when the threshold is set too high and the signal never gets loud enough to 'open' the Gate. You can easily check this by bypassing active Gates in the dynamics (DYN) tab of the channel EDIT page.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual APPENDIX 02: SYSTEM FAQ SYSTEM FAQ The Ui is not just an audio mixer - it is a WiFi hotspot and a web server, and it runs sophisticated control software for phone and tablet-type devices. The following FAQ addresses any issues you might have with this ‘system’ aspect of Ui operation. Q: How do I download the Ui app? A: The Ui series mixers do not need an app. Simply connect to the your Ui mixer via Wi-Fi from any device (PC, Tablet, Phone).
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual APPENDIX 02: SYSTEM FAQ SYSTEM FAQ want to see the Start screen. Navigate to the website you want to pin, pull up the app bar by right-clicking or swiping up from the bottom of your screen and tap the star icon. Tap the pin icon, enter a name for the shortcut, and click Pin to Start. The website will appear as a tile on your Start screen. A (Windows Phone): Open the website you want to pin in Internet Explorer. Tap the More (…) button and tap Pin to Start in the menu that appears.
Ui12, Ui16 User Manual APPENDIX 02: SYSTEM FAQ SYSTEM FAQ 8) The GUI will present a message stating whether the update has been successful or not. 9) You must power cycle the unit and reconnect their client device. 10) You can now browse to the about page to see the new firmware version information.
