Summary of Contents for Schertler ARTHUR FORMAT 48
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Advanced 4-channel Class-A input module. Each channel features sophisticated MIC LINE X I am delighted that you have purchased SCHERTLER’s flagship ARTHUR FORMAT 48 mixer. It is our pleasure switching that enables either a microphone or a line level sound source to be to welcome you to a growing family of musicians and technicians, including many of the world’s leading...
Your mixer does not contain any “user serviceable” parts. Servicing and/or repairs should only be does not operate normally, or has been dropped, please call your nearest SCHERTLER technical carried out by qualified personnel. See MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR (below).
Make sure you have inserted the screws straight into the hole during the first few turns.) Different side panels are available - see www.schertler.com for more details. - Take the first unit (e.g. a MIC IN ULN) and start by fixing the supplied top and bottom connecting rods to this unit.
At all times, and particularly before important recordings, the mixer should be Ground Lift switch to disconnect the mixer from the ground. warmed up and run for about half an hour before any serious work begins. MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48...
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15 dB, but it could be helpful for ribbon mics and are miked up in live situations using pickups, e.g. the SCHERTLER DYN Series. A double bass or ‘cello might mics positioned at a distance, particularly during recordings.
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(and the price is lower than 4 or the relevant auxiliary level is regulated by the level control, but the final outcome also depends on the 8 single modules!) MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48 MIC IN ULN...
Distortion (THD+N @1kHz / 0 dBu output) 0.13% (through L/R Master) 0.12% (2nd harmonic) Effect Preamp Class-A, no negative feedback, no integrated circuits Audio transformer Power consumption 3.8 W (80 mA) Supply Through L/R Master module Modular MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48 MIC IN ULN...
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SCHERTLER STAT Series for violin, cello and double bass. 5. 10V: This delivers the necessary 10 VDC supply for all SCHERTLER electrostatic pickups (STAT- and BASiK Series), so they can be directly connected to this instrument input unit without using their original Note: Aside from all the above features, YELLOW is similar to the MIC IN ULN unit.
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Distortion (THD+N @1kHz / 0 dBu output) 0.11% (through L/R Master) 0.11% (2nd harmonic) Effect Preamp Class-A, no negative feedback, no integrated circuits Audio transformer Power consumption 3.7 W (78 mA) Supply Through L/R Master module Modular MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48 YELLOW IN...
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The stereo LOW and HI filter controls affect both the left and right benefit from all the AUX SENDS and other additional options (see page 50). The L/R inputs simultaneously. MASTER can only receive AUX 1. MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48 STEREO IN...
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Note: This unit is also available in a STEREO IN x4 configuration, consisting of four after the GAIN control. Any channel that has the PFL button activated (red light) will be mixed in the AUX STEREO IN units in a single module. MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48 STEREO IN...
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Distortion (THD+N @1kHz / 0 dBu output) 0.1% (through L/R Master) 0.09% (2nd harmonic) Effect Preamp Class-A, no negative feedback, no integrated circuits Audio transformer Power consumption 5 W (105 mA) Supply Through L/R Master module Modular MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48 STEREO IN...
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For example, four MULTIPLE IN units 4. UNITY: Depressing the UNITY button lets you set an amplification level of 0 dB independently from the will configure into a 16-channel summing amp. MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48 MULTIPLE IN...
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Distortion (THD+N @1kHz / 0 dBu output) 0.15% 0.12% (2nd harmonic) Effect Preamp Class-A, no negative feedback, no integrated circuits Audio transformer Power consumption 3.8 W (80 mA) Supply Through L/R Master module Modular MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48 MULTIPLE IN...
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SUBGROUP; the L/R MASTER unit; another set of independent inputs (if necessary); the second Grouped Grouped Fig. 1 modules SUBGROUP (Master Side Switch depressed); the input units controlled by that second SUBGROUP. modules modules MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48 SUBGROUP...
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(simply by not depressing and therefore not activating the SUBGROUP TO L/R MASTER by the insertion of a jack into the INSERT. If the button is depressed (red light = on) the signal in the mixer button). MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48 SUBGROUP...
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Stat power (10 VDC) High Filter n.a. Distortion (THD+N @1kHz / 0 dBu output) 0.01% Effect Preamp Class-A, no negative feedback, no integrated circuits Audio transformer Power consumption 3.8 W (80 mA) Supply Through L/R Master module Modular MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48 SUBGROUP...
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MASTER (see Fig. 2). This is done by depressing the blue button (see Fig. 3) on the L/R added to prevent the springs from breaking during shipping, but it also stops the MASTER circuit board, which is positioned just under the fader next to the bus sound of the unit. connector. SPRING MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48...
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AUX 1 bus, it enables the AUX 1 signal to be picked up parallel to 12. 20ms/200ms: This control reacts on the delay time, which is adjustable from 20 ms to 200 ms. MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48 SPRING...
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PFL master output is feeding an additional stage monitor, this controllable PFL allows you to 18. SHORT/LONG: This makes the reverberation time longer as it is turned from left to right i.e. short to add a gradual amount of reverb to the monitor line. MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48 SPRING...
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Room/Hall - Glass/Wood Preamp Class-A, no negative feedback, no integrated circuits Audio transformer Power consumption 5.8 W (120 mA) Supply Through L/R Master module and 50 VDC input (stand alone mode, w/ power supply) Modular MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48 SPRING...
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L/R MASTER will also be served via the power supply. Please see p.8 for more information on power unit’s input will be connected to the AUX 1 OUT and its output to the FX RETURN. This way you can control supplies. MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48 L/R MASTER...
L/R MASTER. Do this by depressing the blue switch on the L/R helpful for controlling a subsidiary part of the PA system, like side fills for example. MASTER circuit board. MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48 L/R MASTER...
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Distortion (THD+N @1kHz / 0 dBu output) 0.04% 0.13% (2nd harmonic) Effect Preamp Class-A, no negative feedback, no integrated circuits Audio transformer Power consumption 6.2 W (130mA) Supply 50 VDC input - w/ power supply Modular MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48 L/R MASTER...
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MASTER unit. This way the AUX faders will go from left to right in numeric order (AUX deactivate the TB On button when you have finished speaking!) 1 on the L/R MASTER, AUX 2 and AUX 3 on the AUX MASTER). MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48 AUX MASTER...
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Distortion (THD+N @1kHz / 0 dBu output) n.a. Effect Preamp Class-A, no negative feedback, no integrated circuits Audio transformer Power consumption 3.2 W (67 mA) Supply Through L/R Master module Modular Yes (only one possible in each ARTHUR) MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48 AUX MASTER...
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Only use this button with mics that you definitely know require phantom power in order to work. Note: depressed, the signal in the mixer is interrupted and the INSERT works in the usual way. By connecting a MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48 MIC LINE X...
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Note: Even if the button is in the switched off position (not depressed, white light), the PFL and miked up in live situations using pickups, e.g. the SCHERTLER DYN Series. A double bass or ‘cello might get INSERT will still be ready to function, (as shown by the lights on their respective buttons) even though all in resonance at ca.
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Distortion (THD+N @1kHz / 0 dBu output) 0.041% 0.04% (2nd harmonic) Effect Preamp Class-A, no negative feedback, no integrated circuits Audio transformer Power consumption 20.1 W (420 mA) Supply Through MASTER X module Modular MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48 MIC LINE X...
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AUX signals from all input units. The resulting signals can be seen on the AUX - using the standard input modules (e.g. MIC IN ULN, YELLOW, STEREO IN), the pre/post position can be 1-6 METER (see 6 below). selected on the input module itself. MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48 MASTER X...
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MASTER X without any transformers, or perhaps with just a few, you can always send the module back to SCHERTLER and upgrade it with as many transformers as you need. For example, if you 15. PFL, CONTROL ROOM and PHONES VOLUME: These controls regulate the output volume from know that some of your stage monitors require the transformers and others don’t, you may just want to equip...
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MASTER X. Do this by depressing the blue switch on the MASTER X circuit board. MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48 MASTER X...
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Effect Preamp Class-A, no negative feedback, no integrated circuits Audio transformer optional Power consumption 18.2 W (380 mA) Supply 50 VDC input - w/ power supply Modular Yes (only one possible in each ARTHUR) MIXERS ARTHUR FORMAT 48 MASTER X...
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X SERIES modules (MIC LINE web shop at www.schertler.com. You can buy the X and MASTER X) offer 6 AUX SENDS, preserving product itself and/or its accessories from the complete compatibility with standard modules.
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COPYRIGHT This manual is the property of SCHERTLER SA and, as such, is subject to Swiss copyright law. No part of this manual should be reproduced, edited or distributed without prior consent from SCHERTLER.
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