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Manual-

AUX INPUTS 1-5 RCA jacks

These five stereo AUX Inputs are unbalanced, line level In-

puts available for selection on all six Input channels.

XP 2016a EXTERNAL PROCESSOR

The XP 2016a port provides the required socket for connect-

ing the ribbon cable (supplied with the optional XP 2016a). If 

an XP 2016a is not connected, the front panel XP 2016a engage 

switch has no effect. If ribbons longer than that supplied with 

the XP 2016a are used, crosstalk may increase and immunity to 

RF, magnetic and conducted interference may be compromised 

— don’t do it.

TAPE OUTPUT – PRE-EFFECTS RCA jacks

This unbalanced line-level Output is located before the EF-

FECTS LOOP and tone controls for recording the Master Mix. 

MIC Inputs are mixed as any other source and will be present at 

both TAPE OUTPUTS.

TAPE OUTPUT – POST-EFFECTS RCA jacks

This unbalanced line-level Output is located after the EF-

FECTS LOOP and before the tone controls. This may be used 

as an Auxiliary Output. For this application, as well as for more 

flexibility when recording, a LEVEL control has been provided 

as described below.

TAPE OUTPUT – POST-EFFECTS LEVEL control

This adjusts the POST-EFFECTS TAPE OUTPUT from 

unity gain to off, allowing optimum sensitivity adjustment for 

recording or for an Auxiliary Output.

EFFECTS LOOP SEND ¼" jacks

SEND Outputs are unbalanced standard ¼" tip-sleeve jacks. 

They provide a line level Output for external signal processing or 

effects units. If effects are not being used, these outputs may be 

used as Auxiliary Outputs.

EFFECTS LOOP RETURN ¼" jacks

RETURN Inputs are unbalanced standard ¼" tip-sleeve 

jacks. They provide the Input from external signal processing or 

effects units. Switching jacks are used so there is no loss of signal 

if the front panel EFFECTS LOOP switch is active with no 

effects connected. RETURN Inputs are not appropriate for Aux-

iliary Inputs as this signal is only selected when the front panel 

EFFECTS LOOP switch is active, at which time Master signal 

is derived only by the signal present at the RETURN Inputs, the 

mix signals are disconnected.

BOOTH OUTPUT RCA jacks

The unbalanced stereo BOOTH OUTPUT is normally used 

for booth monitoring. As previously outlined, very flexible source 

selection is provided as well as MIC ducking. Remember, the 

BOOTH OUTPUT is attenuated by 12 dB whenever one of the 

front panel MIC ENGAGE switches is active (unless ducking 

has been defeated with the internal jumper. See Mic/Line Inputs 

on page Manual-6).

HOUSE OUTPUT jacks

Both balanced (XLR) and unbalanced (RCA) jacks are 

provided. For long runs, we highly recommend using the bal-

anced XLR outputs. The unbalanced RCA outputs are intended 

for short runs of less than 10 feet (3 meters). Both may be used 

simultaneously if required.

CLASS 2 EQUIPMENT

ACN001.345.482

U.S. PATENT PENDING

MADE IN U.S.A.

RANE CORP.

HOUSE

OUTPUTS

EFFECTS LOOP

OUTPUTS

BOOTH

MP 2016a

MIC 2

4

TAPE

OUTPUTS

XP 2016a

EXTERNAL

PROCESSOR

5

3

2

AUX INPUTS

1

MIC 1

4

INPUTS

3

2

1

GAIN

RIGHT

LEFT

R

L

R

L

R

LEFT

RIGHT

L

RETURN

SEND

TREBLE

-12

-12

+12

0

BASS

MIC
LINE

+12

0

+12

-12

0

-12

+12

0

GAIN

BASS

TREBLE

R

EFFECTS

EFFECTS

LEVEL

POST

PRE

L

R

R

R

R

L

L

L

L

—  PHONO GROUND  —

LINE

PHONO

R

L

R

L

R

L

R

L

MIC
LINE

750mA

POWER

XLR WIRING

PIN 2 = POSITIVE

PIN 3 = NEGATIVE

PIN 1 = CHASSIS GROUND

Summary of Contents for MP 2016A

Page 1: ... has a LEVEL control and may be used as a pre tone control AUX Output The MP 2016a Master Output uses Accelerated Slope tone controls that provide full kill for TREBLE MID and BASS The MASTER SIG OL indicator monitors the master mix before and after the tone controls This indicator should light green most of the time It is OK for it to flash red on occasion This provides optimum signal to noise an...

Page 2: ...nd 10 for full volume Use the HOUSE and BOOTH LEVEL controls to set the output levels Always set the MIX LEVEL controls to minimum when not in use CUE The CUE signal is selected using CUE 1 6 switches in any combination The associated yellow indicator lights when a CUE is active SIG OL CUE 1 CUE 2 ENGAGE MIX LEVEL 4 INPUT GAIN 2 3 9 1 10 8 6 5 7 4 2 3 9 1 10 8 6 5 7 CUE MASTER CUE BOOTH 1 2 SIG OL...

Page 3: ...nd HOUSE Outputs MASTER SIG OL indicator This dual color indicator helps set correct MASTER mix levels A flashing or steady green indication is optimal The red indicator may flash only briefly on rare occasion regular flash ing or steady on means that distortion is imminent and Levels need reducing XP 2016a switch This engages the optional XP 2016a External Processor If the XP 2016a is not connect...

Page 4: ...trim with BASS and TREBLE tone controls MIC LINE switches These select MIC or LINE mode for the MIC Inputs In MIC mode the gain range is 20 to 50 dB In LINE mode the gain range is 0 to 30 dB In addition to setting the proper gain range for MIC or LINE level Inputs these switches also select the proper Input impedance MIC GAIN trim These controls adjust the preamplifier for optimum dynamic range Ea...

Page 5: ... as Auxiliary Outputs EFFECTS LOOP RETURN jacks RETURN Inputs are unbalanced standard tip sleeve jacks They provide the Input from external signal processing or effects units Switching jacks are used so there is no loss of signal if the front panel EFFECTS LOOP switch is active with no effects connected RETURN Inputs are not appropriate for Aux iliary Inputs as this signal is only selected when th...

Page 6: ...ut stages up cor rectly however you will be amazed at how much better your performance sounds MIX LEVEL With the Input stages properly adjusted you are free to use the MIX LEVEL control for mixing For most applica tions channels will be mixed at about 70 to 100 rotation BOOTH and HOUSE level controls then set the output volume The MASTER SIG OL indicator displays the signal level of the mix The Gr...

Page 7: ...n each of the six input channels to the A side of the Crossfader B side of the Crossfader or POST Cross fader CROSSFADER This implements using Ranes proprietary Active Crossfader design All audio is isolated from the control element greatly extending the life and performance of the control See page Manual 8 for cleaning and replacement instructions CROSSFADER CONTOUR This control allows adjusting ...

Page 8: ...22 CH 2L IN 23 XP 2016 ENABLE GND 24 CH 1R IN 25 CH 1L IN 26 GND Fader Cleaning With heavy use in harsh environments the faders may need lubrication This treatment extends longevity and can make used faders as good as new The fader assembly must be removed from the XP 2016a for proper cleaning We recommend any of the following cleaning solutions Caig DeoxIT FaderLube F100 spray lubricant www caig ...

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