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- Page 1 Manual Creon High Performance USB Audio Interface & Monitor Controller...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
USB Interface Source 1: Jack Hardware Source 2: RCA Software Input Selection AD/DA Conversion Mic Inputs AD Conversion Line Inputs DA Conversion Instrument Input Hook Up Phones Placement Important Recommendations Front Panel: Wiring Diagram Unbalanced Connections Rear Panel: Wiring Diagram Creon... - Page 3 Notes on Environmental Protection Mic Gain Contact 48 V High-Pass Filter Instr Gain LED Indicators Special note regarding the OVL LED: Status LEDs Analog Inputs DAW Returns Sources Speaker DIM Monitor Mix Phones Volume Calibration of the Monitoring System Symbols Security Advices Creon...
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Page 4: Version 1.1 – 11/ 2015
Version 1.1 – 11 / 2015 Developer: Jens Gronwald This manual contains a description of the product SPL Creon, Model 1410. In no way it represents a guarantee of particular characteristics or results of use. The information in this document has been carefully compiled and verified and, unless otherwise stated or agreed upon, correctly describes the product. -
Page 5: Scope Of Delivery
Scope of Delivery Scope of Delivery Creon (Black: Model 1410, White: Model 1412) 12 V power supply USB cabel Product Overview Measurement & Weight Height x Width x Depth in mm: 67 x260 x 175 (2.64x10.2x6.9 inch) Weight: 2,7 kg (without external power supply) Please keep the original packaging. -
Page 6: Introduction
Creon and a DAW. With and without DAW Creon is designed to operate with your Digital Audio Workstation. But you can also do a lot with it as a stand-alone device: plug in an instrument and play. Connect a micro- phone and sing along. -
Page 7: Usb Interface
Software Mac OS: There is no need to install drivers for Windows XP/7/8/10 (32 & 64 Bit), Mac OS X 10.6 or higher, iOS 6 or higher the Creon! Multi-application mode, simultaneous ASIO and/or WDM playback Low-latency driver Driver feedback synchronization to hardware clock ASIO control panel for Windows USB Audio Class 2.0 compliance (asynchronous mode) -
Page 8: Ad/Da Conversion
Sample Rates (kHz): 44.1, 48 , 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 88.2 / 96 kHz: -110 dB DA Conversion Dynamic Range 44.1 / 48 kHz: 124 dB 88.2 / 96 kHz: 122 dB SNR: 44.1 / 48 kHz: -109 dB 88.2 / 96 kHz: -107 dB Content Creon... -
Page 9: Placement
Additional safety instructions on page 41. For more information on how to calibrate your monitoring system please refer to pages 38 and 39. Content Creon... -
Page 10: Front Panel: Wiring Diagram
Front Panel: Wiring Diagram Instrument Headphones Content Creon... -
Page 11: Rear Panel: Wiring Diagram
Rear Panel: Wiring Diagram Balanced Source e.g. CD-Player analog Microphone Power Supply Speaker Set e.g. Keyboard, Synthesizer, Preamplifier/Channel Strip Content Creon... -
Page 12: Connections
480 MBit/s, and is Apple Class 2 compliant as well. USB 3 is backward compatible with USB 2, which means that the Creon can also be connected to any USB 3 port. The Hi-Speed USB 2 specification is enough to provide the Creon with the necessary data throughput. -
Page 13: Power Connection
Connect the DC connector of the external power supply to the rear DC IN socket of the Creon. Plug the power supply to a wall power socket. The PSU comes with an appropriate mains adapter for the country where the Creon is bought. You can find detailed information in the separate sheet along with the safety instructions. -
Page 14: Signal Connections
Connections Signal Connections Remove the DC plug from the Creon and make sure all connected gear is switched off before tinkering with the cables. We recommend to connect the Creon and all other audio devices in the same network to a high-quality and appropriately rated multi-outlet power strip from where you can cut-off and restore the power supply. -
Page 15: Speaker Outputs (Speaker | Main Out)
Connections Speaker Outputs (Speaker | Main Out) You can connect one set of active stereo speakers or a power amplifier to Creon. Specifications: XLR balanced (Pin 1=Ground, Pin 2=cold, Pin 3=hot) Output impedance 75 Ohm unbalanced, 150 Ohm balanced Maximum output level +22.5 dBu. -
Page 16: Source 1 And
Typical applications include the use of reference tracks to do A/B comparisons or play- ing an instrument on top of a song while listening to it — everything without the need to connect the Creon to a computer. Content Creon... -
Page 17: Source 1: Jack
Maximum input level +22.5 dBu. Frequency Response: 10Hz - ›200kHz Noise: -95 dBu (unweighted, unity gain, input termination 600 Ohm) Common Mode Rejection ratio: ‹ -60 dBu THD+N Ratio: 0,002% (at 1kHz, unity gain, input termination 600 Ohm) Content Creon... -
Page 18: Source 2: Rca
Noise: -90 dBu (unweighted, unity gain, input termination 600 Ohm) Noise: -85 dBu (unweighted, -10dBV, input termination 600 Ohm) THD+N Ratio: 0,003 % (at 1 kHz unity gain, input termination 600 Ohm) THD+N Ratio: 0,003 % (at 1 kHz, -10 dBV, input termination 600 Ohm) Content Creon... -
Page 19: Input Selection
The input selection follows this provision: Line 1|2 has preference over Mic Input 1|2 Instrument input has preference over Mic input 2 and Line input 2 Content Creon... -
Page 20: Mic Inputs
Noise: -90 dBu (unweighted, 30dB gain, input termination 150 Ohm) 1= GND Equivalent Input Noise: -128 dBu 2 = hot (+) 3 = cold (-) Common Mode Rejection Ratio: ‹ -70 dBu THD+N Ratio: 0,003 % (at 1 kHz, 30 dB gain, input termination 150 Ohm) Content Creon... -
Page 21: Line Inputs
Frequency Response: 10 Hz - >200 kHz Noise: -95 dBu (unweighted, unity gain, input termination 600 Ohm) Common Mode Rejection ratio: < -60 dBu Tip Sleeve Content THD+N Ratio: 0,002 % (at1 kHz unity gain, input termination 600 Ohm) Creon... -
Page 22: Instrument Input
(Sleeve=Ground, Tip=hot/Signal) Input impedance 1.1 MOhm, maximum input level +24.0 dBu Frequency Response: 10Hz - >200kHz Noise): -85 dBu (unweighted, unity gain, input termination 100 kOhm THD+N Ratio: 0,005 % (at 1kHz unity gain, input termination 100 kOhm) Content Creon... -
Page 23: Phones
300 Ohm load: 265 mW (Sleeve=Ground, Tip=left channel, Ring=right channel) 600 Ohm load: 150 mW Output impedance 33 Ohm Frequency Response: 10Hz - >200kHz THD+N Ratio (at 1 kHz, Power at 0dBu) 47 Ohm: 0,0026 % 300 & 600 Ohm: 0,002 % Content Creon... -
Page 24: Important Recommendations
Plus, it will also spare you unexpected surprises whe- never the new headphones you connect have a lower impedance or a higher efficiency, which will make them sound louder when connected to the Creon and keeping the same volume setting. -
Page 25: Unbalanced Connections
1/4“ mono plug/RCA cables to avoid the use of adapters. Such cables can be found in 2 = hot (+) 3 = cold (-) specialized shops. The pinout diagram will help the specialist dealer make sure he pro- vides you with correctly configured cables. Content Creon... -
Page 26: Control Elements
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Page 27: Mic Gain
— in such cases, you should reduce the Mic Gain value. The OVL LED indicates the Creon‘s converter is overloading, which should be strictly To record microphone signals, Line 1 and/ avoided. - Page 28 Creon can provide. IMPORTANT: First connect the microphone to the Creon and then engage the phantom power. Now you can start to work. Once you are done, disengage the phantom power first. Wait at least ten seconds after disengaging the 48 V phantom power, before you disconnect the microphone from the Creon, to allow for complete discharging —...
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Page 29: High-Pass Filter
Another aspect you should consider: low frequencies require a lot of energy during conversion, which is another argument for engaging the high-pass filter when the recording allows for it. Content Creon... -
Page 30: Instr Gain
Control Elements Instr Gain The Creon also includes an instrument preamp. Use the Instr Gain control to adjust the instrument preamp level in steps. The adjustable volume range spans from -6 to +31dB. The possibility to reduce the level -6dB allows for the direct connection of elec- tric bass guitars. -
Page 31: Led Indicators
2 and the instrument preamp. Each LED set is identical to the others: The OVL LED lights red to indicate the Creon‘s converter is being overloaded OVL > +15 dBu ( Host LED on) The -6 (dB fs) LED lights yellow. An optimally adjusted level makes it flicker on and off >... -
Page 32: Special Note Regarding The Ovl Led
Note: When used standalone, without DAW or iPad connected to the USB port, the digital section is not initialized. And since the OVL LED is controlled directly by the converter, if not initialized, the OVL LED is inactive. Content Creon... -
Page 33: Analog Inputs
Mono switch as well. DAW Returns The Creon has two DA converters that allow you to monitor a stereo signal (two chan- nels) from the DAW. Switch 1|2 engaged: you hear the Mix from DAW outputs 1/2. -
Page 34: Sources
Control Elements Sources As a true monitor controller, you can also use the Creon as a preamp for two stereo sources. Use the two switches under Sources to manage the two source inputs, which are named after their connector format. For more information on the connectors refer to „Sources 1 and 2“... -
Page 35: Monitor Mix
In the center position (1:1), the volume of the analog inputs (mic, line, instrument) and DAW returns and sources is balanced. When set hard left, you can only hear the analog inputs (mic, line, instrument). Hard right you can only hear the DAW returns and sour- ces through your monitoring system. Content Creon... -
Page 36: Phones
Control Elements Phones The Creon features a powerful headphone amplifier. Use the Phones volume control to adjust the level of the headphones signal. Headphones volume adjustment is also independent from that of the loudspeakers. The outputs and gain are designed for headphones with impedances from 20-600 Ohms. -
Page 37: Volume
This is the range where the potentiometer works best, which guarantees a good and noiseless level matching for the monitoring system. Content Creon... -
Page 38: Calibration Of The Monitoring System
Calibration of the Monitoring System (Part 1) The input signal level of the Creon and the input sensitivity of the power amps or active speakers should be matched to ensure a proper overall gain. An inappropriate matching results, for example, in an extremely high monitoring level with a fairly low volume setting (at 9 o‘clock). - Page 39 Ideally, 83dB SPL should be reached when the volume control is near the 12 o‘clock mark. Write down the exact value for 83dB SPL at the listening position. If it only reaches 83dB SPL above two o‘clock, increase the power amps‘ or active loudspeakers‘ input sensitivity (higher dB value).
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Page 40: Symbols
– wich can also occur even after the device has been dis- connected from a power source. Symbol of a lamp The symbol of a lamp directs your attention to explanations of important functions or applications. Content Creon... -
Page 41: Security Advices
Be careful to not insert any object into any of the chassis openings. You can otherwise easily come into contact with dangerous voltage or cause a damaging short circuit. Never allow any fluids to be spilled or sprayed on the device. Such actions can lead to dangerous electrical shocks or fire! Content Creon... -
Page 42: Creon
Opening the unit Simply put: DON‘T, if you are not a certified SPL technician or engineer. Really: Do not open the device housing, as there is great risk you will damage the device, or – even after being disconnected –... -
Page 43: Creon
Similarly, before any severe weather, disconnect all the power connections of other devices and antenna and phone/network cables which may be interconnected so that no lightning damage or overload results from such secondary connections. Content Creon... -
Page 44: Creon
In cases of damage to the power supply and cord, first consider. Content Creon... -
Page 45: Creon
Cleaning Do not use any solvents, as these can damage the chassis finish. Use a clean, dry cloth (if necessary, with an acid-free cleaning oil). Disconnect the device from your power source before cleaning. Content Creon... -
Page 46: Declaration Of Ce Conformity
Creon Declaration of CE Conformity The construction of this unit is in compliance with the standards and regulations of the European Community. Notes on Environmental Protection At the end of its operating life, this product must not be disposed of with regular household waste but must be returned to a collection point for the recycling of electri- cal and electronic equipment. -
Page 47: Contact
41372 Niederkrüchten Fon (0 21 63) 98 34 0 Fax (0 21 63) 98 34 20 E-Mail: info@spl.info Or follow us on our Blog, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube: Website & Blog: spl.info Videos: youtube.spl.info Twitter: twitter.spl.info Facebook: facebook.spl.info Content Creon...
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