Phonic Sonic Station 16, User Manual

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4 sonic station 16
Introduction
Thank you for choosing one of Phonic’s many quality compact
mixers. The sonic station 16 mixing console - designed by
the talented engineers that have created a variety of mixers
fantastic in style and performance in the past - displays similar
proficiency that previous Phonic products have shown; with
more than a few refinements, of course. The Sonic Station 16
features full gain ranges, amazingly low distortion levels, and
incredibly wide dynamic ranges - just showing the dominance
these small machines will have in the mixing World.
We know how eager you are to get started - wanting to get the
mixer out and hook it all up is probably your number one priority
right now - but before you do, we strongly urge you to take a
look through this manual. Inside, you will find important facts
and figures on the set up, use and applications of your brand
new mixer. if you do happen to be one of the many people who
flatly refuse to read user manuals, then we just urge you to at
least glance at the instant setup section. After glancing at or
reading through the manual (we applaud you if you do read the
entire manual), please store it in a place that is easy for you to
find, because chances are there is something you missed the
first time around.
Features
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Audiophile-Quality & ultra low noise
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16 Mic/line channels with inserts and phantom power
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4 true subgroups with main l and R routing switches
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Direct outputs for multi-track recording
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3-band eQ with swept mid-range plus low cut on each mono
channel
● 18dB/oct, 75Hz low cut filter on each channel
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4 aux send mixing bus, aux 1 & 2 with Pre/Post switch
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24-bit digital stereo multi-effect processor with 16 programs
plus one main parameter control, tap control and foot
switch
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4 stereo aux returns, 3 with effect to monitor
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Control Room and Phones outputs with multi-input source
matrix
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Mono out with variable lPF from 60hz to 160hz for subwoofer
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Record output with trim control for recording level matching
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handy mini-stereo i/o for MD, MP3 player/recorder
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Built-in switching power supply with universal connector,
100-240vAC, 50/60hz
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Rotatable connecting panel for saving rack space
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Rack-mounting kit included
BASIC SETUP
Getting Started
1. ensure all power is turned off on the sonic station 16 Mixer.
To totally ensure this, the AC cable should not be connected
to the unit.
2. All faders and level controls should be set at the lowest
level and all channels switched off to ensure no sound is
inadvertently sent through the outputs when the device
is switched on. All levels should be altered to acceptable
degrees after the device is turned on.
3. Plug all necessary instruments and equipment into the
device's various inputs as required. This may include line
signal devices, as well as microphones and/or guitars,
keyboards, etc.
4. Plug any necessary equipment into the device's various
outputs. This could include Amplifiers, active speakers or
monitors, signal processors, and/or recording devices.
5. Plug the supplied AC cable into the AC inlet on the back of
the device ensuring the local voltage level is identical to
that required on your device.
6. Plug the supplied AC cable into a power outlet of a suitable
voltage.
7. Turn the power switch on.
Channel Setup
1. To ensure the correct audio levels of each input channel is
selected, every channel should first be switched off and all
faders set to 0. Also, all eQ controls should be set in the
center, and all AUx sends down.
2. Choose the channel that you wish to set the level of and
ensure that channel has a signal sent to it similar to the
signal that will be sent when in common use. For example,
if the channel is using a microphone, then you should
speak or sing at the same level the performer normally
would during a performance. if a guitar is plugged into that
channel, then the guitar should also be used as it normally
would be.
3. Press the solo button of the channel, and ensure the Pre
/ Post button under the solo level control on the master
section is released, allowing you to see the audio properties
in the level meter.
4. Turn the gain of the selected channel up to a level that
ensures the audio level is around 0 dB, as indicated by the
level meter.
5.
This channel is now ready to be used; you can stop making
the audio signal.
6. To activate the channel, release the solo button and engage
the channel’s on button and press the 1/2, 3/4 or l/R routing
buttons, allowing the signal to be sent to the corresponding
destinations.
7. You should now select the next channel to set and go back
to follow steps 1 through 6.