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SONIC STATION 22 / SONIC STATION 32
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing one of Phonic’s many quality compact
mixers. The Sonic Station 22 and 32 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 22 and 32
feature 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 prior-
ity 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, be
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cause chances are there is something you missed the first time
around.
FEATURES
22/32 Mic/Line channels with inserts on Sonic Station 22/32
Mic preamps included on 2 stereo channels with individual
mic and line gain controls
Dual High Definition Algorithm 32/40-bit digital multi-effect
processors with 16 programs plus one main parameter
control, effect 2 with tap control and foot switch jacks
Group/Aux and Main/CTRL RM swap for monitor console
application
Talkback microphone built-in
3-band EQ with swept mid-range on mono channel
75 Hz low-cut filter on each channel
Six AUX send mixing bus, two pair with pre/post switch
Four stereo AUX returns, each with aux send 1-4 volume
controls
Pad/Line in on mono channels to handle difficult signals
+48V phantom power group switches
Four true subgroups with main L and R routing switches, pan
controls and inserts
Direct outputs with pre/post switches for multi-track
recording
Each input and outputs with solo monitoring feature
Mono out with variable low pass filter from 60 Hz to 160 Hz for
subwoofer
Rec out with trim control for record level matching
7 12-segment level meters for main, mono and group/aux
On, Peak/Solo and Signal indicators on each input channel
12V gooseneck lamp socket for working on dark place
BASIC SETUP
Getting Started
1. Ensure all power is turned off on the Sonic Station 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 inadver-
tently 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 de-
vice'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 out-
puts. This could include Amplifiers, active speakers or moni
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tors, signal processors, and/or recording devices.
5. Plug the supplied power adaptor into the power inlet on the
back of the device ensuring the local voltage level is identical
to that required on your external power supply.
6. Plug the supplied adapter 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 en-
sure 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 CTRL RM 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 en-
sures the audio level sits around 0 dB, as indicated by the
level meter. Be careful not to let the audio reach +7 dB.
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, mono or L/R
routing buttons, allowing the signal to be sent to the corre-
sponding destinations.
7. You should now select the next channel to set and go back to
follow steps 1 through 6.
