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INITIAL WIRING CONSIDERATIONS

For optimum performance, it is essential for the earthing system to be clean and noise free, as all signals are referenced to this
earth. A central point should be decided on for the main earth point system, and all earths should be 'star fed' from this point. It is
common electrical practice to `daisy chain' the earths to all electrical outlets but this method is unsuitable for audio installations. The
preferred method is to run an individual earth wire from each outlet, back to the system star point to provide a safety earth screen
reference for each piece of equipment. A separate earth wire should also be run from each equipment rack and area, to the star
point. This may or may not be used depending on circumstances, but it is easier to install in the first place, than later when problems
arise. The location of the star point should be a convenient, easily accessible place, preferably at the rear of the console or in the
main equipment rack.

Install separate 'clean' and 'dirty' mains outlets, wired individually back to the incoming mains distribution box. Use the 'clean' supply
for all audio equipment and the `dirty' supply for all lighting, etc. Never mix the two systems.

If necessary, to provide sufficient isolation from mains interference on the booth output, install an isolating transformer. This should
be provided with a Faraday Shield which must be connected with earth.

Never locate the incoming mains distribution box near audio equipment, especially tape recorders, which are very sensitive to
electromagnetic fields.

Ensure that all equipment racks are connected to earth, via a separate wire back to the star point.

Equipment which has balanced/unbalanced inputs and outputs may need to be electrically isolated from the equipment rack and/or
other equipment, to avoid earth loops.

AUDIO WIRING

Having provided all equipment with power and earthing connections, consideration must be given to the method of providing audio
interconnection and adequate screening of those interconnections. This must be done in a logical sequence to avoid problems and
assist in the localisation of problem equipment.

Connect the Main or Booth system to the console and check for any hum, buzz, or RFI. Only when you are satisfied with the
quietness of the console and the PA system should you proceed with the next step.

Connect decks or CD players, FX and sends one at a time, checking and isolating any connection which degrades performance.

Connect all other peripheral devices.

Connect all microphone lines.

By following this sequence much time and future trouble will be saved, and the result will be a quiet, stable system.

SHIELDING

Audio equipment is supplied with a variety of input and output configurations, which must be taken into consideration when deciding
where the screen connections should be made. There are three sources of unwanted signal being impressed on the screen, which
are as follows:

Extraneous electrostatic or electromagnetic fields.

Noise and interference on the earth line.

Capacitive coupling between the screen and signal wires.

Therefore, in general, always connect the shield only at the signal source end. In high RF areas, the screen can also be connected
to earth via a 0.01 mF capacitor. This will present a short circuit at RF frequencies, thus lowering the effective shield impedance to
ground. However, at low audio frequencies the capacitor will effectively be an open circuit and thus not cause an earth loop problem.

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Page 2: ...ment on the part of the vendor Soundcraft shall not be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever arising from the use of information or any error contained in this manual No part of this manual may be...

Page 3: ...INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION 11 MAKING ADJUSTMENTS AND FITTING SPARES 12 MOVING THE REAR CONNECTOR PANEL 14 REPOSITIONING THE RACK EARS 14 ENABLING THE EXTERNAL MUTE FEATURE 14 CONNECTING TO A TYPICAL...

Page 4: ...nto your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where t...

Page 5: ...e objects filled with liquids such as vases on the apparatus No naked flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on the apparatus Ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilat...

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Page 7: ...ecommends AKG Professional Dj Headphones Please visit www akg com dj for more information Welcome Thanks for purchasing a UREI by Soundcraft 1603 1605 mixer we hope you get just as much joy from using...

Page 8: ...rnal circuitry may result Likewise on all balanced inputs avoid sources with large common mode DC AC or RF voltages as these will reduce the available signal range on the inputs Note that OdBu 0 775V...

Page 9: ...ack to the star point Equipment which has balanced unbalanced inputs and outputs may need to be electrically isolated from the equipment rack and or other equipment to avoid earth loops AUDIO WIRING H...

Page 10: ...ons are not being infringed WORKING SAFELY WITH SOUND Although your new console will not make any noise until you feed it signals it has the capability to produce sounds which when monitored through a...

Page 11: ...erate satisfactorily over a range of ambient temperatures from 0 C to 50C 32F to 122F and up to 80 non condensing relative humidity If the system is installed in an equipment rack console or desk with...

Page 12: ...o adjust the input level to individual channels e g to reduce the input when using a piece of equipment with a high output level There are 2 pads on each of the input channels The 14dB gain stage swit...

Page 13: ...ws removed earlier DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN THE SCREWS Replacing The Cross Fader Using a pozi screwdriver undo and remove the screws which secure the fader mounting plate to the subframe Carefully withdraw...

Page 14: ...er A user provided external mute switch must be wired between the two rear panel contacts as shown MOVING THE REAR CONNECTOR PANEL It is possible to move the rear connector panel from its factory defa...

Page 15: ...15 CONNECTING TO A TYPICAL SOUND SYSTEM The diagram below shows how to connect the different parts of a typical sound system...

Page 16: ...16 BL BL BL BL BLOCK DIA OCK DIA OCK DIA OCK DIA OCK DIAGRAM GRAM GRAM GRAM GRAM...

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Page 18: ...witch is not selected this LED will flash if the eternal mute is activated This shows that the mic is now routed to the master outputs Phone Line This switch is a push on push off type It routes the s...

Page 19: ...s signal being fed to the master buses left and right DJ CHANNEL 1 REAR PANEL CONNECTORS DJ Mic XLR Pin 1 Gnd Pin 2 Hot signal Pin3 Cold signal DJ Mic Insert Point 1 4 jack Tip Send signal Ring Retur...

Page 20: ...he Aux buses This means that the signal level sent to the aux buses does not depend on the position of the channel s fader When the pre switch is in the up position a post fade signal is sent to the a...

Page 21: ...S Mic XLR Pin 1 Gnd Pin 2 Hot signal Pin3 Cold signal Phono Pair This stereo pair of sockets has an RIAA filter for turntables This filter is activated when the Phono Line switch accessible via the ho...

Page 22: ...22 MASTER SECTION...

Page 23: ...nit The signal can be monitored via its cue switch The signal is controlled via the on switch note that the cue switch is before the on switch in the signal path The level of the signal is controlled...

Page 24: ...dphones EQ The single eq pot varies the headphones between dark and bright characteristics Dark treble cut and Bright bass cut Balance Pot The balance pot allows adjustment of the left right balance o...

Page 25: ...ypassing all level controls and eq controls Its level is set only by the pre set level control underneath the top fascia The channel 1 mic signal will be shown on the meters The channel 1 mic signal w...

Page 26: ...put level 20dbu Input impedance 45k ohms Rear Panel Connector connections XLR INPUT OUTPUT 3 pin female XLR Pin 1 Ground Pin 2 Signal Hot Pin 3 Signal Cold INSERT SEND and RETURN 1 4 TSR Jack MIC 1 On...

Page 27: ...rk 95dB FX Sends offness 90dB Input and Output Impedance Mic Input 2k ohms Line Input 45k ohms Aux Input Unbalanced RCA Phono 30k ohms Master booth Output 75 ohms Aux Output 75 ohms Headphones Output...

Page 28: ...The cartridge is usually fitted to a removable headshell that plugs into the turntable arm Clipping The harsh distorted sound that results when the signal hits the maximum level possible Contour Law C...

Page 29: ...lly less than 100 ohms Low Z sources are less prone to interference pickup Inputs are usually high impedance High Z so that one source can connect to more than one channel without signal loss Note tha...

Page 30: ...is returned through a channel and replayed by pressing a trigger Many samplers provide creative effects such as repeat and reverse The UREI sampler is BPM activated Scratching The art of rhythmically...

Page 31: ...t in transit both to and from the Dealer or Soundcraft and postage must be prepaid 4 This warranty shall only be available if a the Equipment has been properly installed in accordance with instruction...

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