Step 4: Connecting a Computer via USB
The NOTEPAD can be connected to a Windows
®
or Mac
®
computer using a USB A to USB B computer cable (sold
separately). Before connecting, download and install the latest driver, control panel, and firmware updates from
the downloads section of the NOTEPAD product web pages.
USB routing can be selected in the downloaded Soundcraft Control Panel user interface running on the connected
computer.
Step 2: Powering on the Mixer & Adjusting Levels
a. Before powering on the NOTEPAD, turn all the red knobs to the left (MASTER, PHONES LEVEL preamp GAIN/
TRIM, and channel LEVEL knobs).
b. Power on the mixer by connecting the power supply to the AC inlet, then connect the barrel connector to the
back of the NOTEPAD, ensuring all power supply connections are secure.
c. Power on all connected devices.
d. For the channels in use, set the LEVEL knobs to the 2 o’clock position (0dB), then slowly turn up the MASTER
control until you begin to hear the signal or reach 0dB.
e. Slowly raise the preamp GAIN/TRIM knob on each channel until the desired mix balance is achieved. If a peak
LED lights, back off the control.
f. Readjust the MASTER control for the desired output level.
Step 3: Using FX (audio effects)
NOTEPAD-8FX and NOTEPAD-12FX include a built-in Lexicon
effects processing section.
Add Lexicon Effects to Your Mix
a. Select the desired effect algorithm by pressing a
combination of DELAY, CHORUS, and REVERB buttons.
b. Set the blue AUX MASTER knob to the 2 o’clock position
(0dB). If using the NOTEPAD-12FX, also set the FX RTN
LEVEL knob to the 2 o’clock position (0dB).
c. Raise the AUX/FX knob for each channel until the desired
effect level is achieved.
d. Adjust the PARAMETER knob to change the parameter of
the selected effect.
e. If using the delay effect, the delay time can be synchronized to the music by tapping the TAP TEMPO button
several times, in time with the music.
Using External Effects Processors
On all NOTEPAD models, the effects/monitoring controls may also be used to send a signal to an external effects
processor. See the User Guide for more information.
Tap Tempo
Delay
Parameter Control
Reverb
Chorus
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