Sonifex SOVEREIGN MX-10 User Handbook Manual

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Page 6 The components and materials used are guaranteed against defects and faulty workmanship. Sonifex undertake to replace or repair faulty items at its discretion, within the warranty period, on a return to factory basis. In order to register the date of purchase so that we can keep you informed of any...
Page 7 Each Sovereign is shipped with a separate power supply in protective packaging and should be inspected for damage before use. Where an item is found to have transit damage, notify the carrier immediately with all the relevant details of the shipment. Packing materials should be kept for inspection.
Page 8 This equipment will operate in a horizontal position. This equipment conforms to the safety regulations specified by use of the CE Mark. Warning : Always switch the power supply off before connecting or disconnecting the console power supply cable, removing or repairing modules and servicing. The rear panel of the equipment carries the Serial Number of the machine.
Page 9 Customer Remedies - Sonifex's entire liability and your exclusive remedy shall be, at Sonifex's option, either (a) return of the price paid or (b) repair or replacement of the hardware that does not meet Sonifex's Limited Warranty and which is returned to Sonifex with a copy of your receipt or invoice.
Page 10 Sovereign is a range of modular mixing consoles designed for local radio stations and self-op studios. With VCA's controlled by faders, two main output groups, built-in 4 way stereo distribution amplifier and optional script space, Sovereign offers the flexibility of larger consoles at a reduced price.
Page 11 The Mic/Line Input module is a mono input controlled by a button switch to select either Mic or Mono Line. Equalization is fitted as standard on this module and is enabled by the EQ button, providing ± 7.5dB at HF ( 8kHz ) and LF ( 100Hz ). The Mic input has a jumper selectable high pass filter to remove low frequency intrusions and a Pan control is also available to facilitate stereo imaging.
Page 12 !$ If you need to be able to select from a large number of different incoming sources, then this module can be used. It provides two banks of six inputs, one of which from each bank can be switched to an output. The two outputs can then be connected to one or two stereo channel modules via an external cable, to be routed through the mixer.
Page 13 ?PVT ! 8]bcP[[PcX^] =^cTb The Sovereign mixer should be installed in an area which is not subject to excessive heat or cold. Also, you should avoid installing it in atmospheric conditions which are dusty, smoky or dirty, or where there is moisture or vibration. Do not use liquids to clean the front of the mixer - wiping with a soft, dry cloth is advised.
Page 14 !# Each of the modules is configured by jumper settings which are displayed in the “Module Options and Jumper Settings” section of each Chapter. You should ensure that you are thoroughly familiar with the settings available for each module before attempting installation of the mixer.
Page 15 " Many of the problems associated with installing and maintaining a mixing console are due to the use of poor cables or faulty connections. It is recommended that, whereever possible, pre-wired cables are purchased from recommended manufacturers. If you need bespoke cables making, please ensure that the work is carried out by a qualified engineer.
Page 16 "" Two different D-Type connectors are used on the Sovereign. 9 Pin Plug connectors are used for the Input Remotes and the External Inputs and 15 Pin Socket connectors are used for the DA Outputs and Mono Output. C_fUbUYW^ EcUbc 7eYTU...
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Page 18 <XR;X]T <^Sd[T ?PVT ! Two preset pots are available for adjustment of the input gain for the mic and line levels. The mic pot provides 53dB of gain adjustment allowing an input range of -13dB to -66dB, and should be configured initially to give an 0dB output level for the expected input.
Page 19 ?PVT !! <XR;X]T <^Sd[T With the PFL button depressed, the incoming signal on this channel is routed to the PFL bus so that it can be heard in the Monitors section ( by selecting Auto-PFL ). The PFL only operates when the fader is fully down, unless jumper J11 is not fitted when the PFL will operate with the fader either up or down.
Page 20 <XR;X]T <^Sd[T ?PVT !" The 9 pin D-Type plug remote connector provides the inputs and outputs for the following functions : Remote Start Remote Stop Cough Input Mute/Reverse Talkback External Talkback Control The following pins are used for the connections : Pin 1 : Opto isolated start NPN collector.
Page 21 ?PVT !# <XR;X]T <^Sd[T !" The mic/line module can be configured in a number of different ways depending on the jumper options set on the board. The options available are : Using a phantom powered microphone. Enable full LF Response on microphone input. Select remote start/stop for microphone or line.
Page 22 <XR;X]T <^Sd[T ?PVT !$ Jumper Set Over Pins Effect 1 & 2 Auto timer start. None No auto timer start. 1 & 2 Remote stop is disabled. None Remote stop operates. 1 & 2 Auto pre-fade cancelled by PFL button or fader open. None Auto pre-fade cancelled by PFL button only.
Page 23 ?PVT !% <XR;X]T <^Sd[T This option is for use with the mic input. When a microphone is live to air, the monitor speakers in the room containing the microphone will need to be muted so that there is no feedback. So, for example, if the mic input is being used for a microphone in the studio, the studio monitors should be muted.
Page 24 <XR;X]T <^Sd[T ?PVT !& This section of the handbook provides examples of how to configure the module for typical applications : A mic/live display can be controlled in different ways. If you have only one mic channel, the display can be controlled directly from the mic channel remote output, as shown below. If you have a number of mic channels, the display can be controlled from the Mute output on the Master Output and Monitor Module ( see the Section on this module for further details ).
Page 25 ?PVT !' <XR;X]T <^Sd[T As well as providing a Talkback switch, a switch can be added in the Studio so that a guest can talk to a caller. The following diagram shows the connections that need to be made, assuming that two telco modules are used. If only one telco module is used, the diode feed can be ignored.
Page 26 Two preset pots are available for adjustment of the input gain for the left and right line levels of Input 1. The pots provide 16dB of gain adjustment allowing an input range of +6dB to -10dB, reference 0dB output. Fine level adjustment of Input 1 gain can be made by using the Trim knob.
Page 27 ?PVT "! With the PFL button depressed, the incoming signal on this channel is routed to the PFL bus so that it can be heard in the Monitors section ( by selecting Auto-PFL ). The PFL only operates when the fader is fully down, unless jumper J11 is not fitted when the PFL will operate with the fader either up or down.
Page 28 The 9 pin D-Type plug remote connector provides the balanced input for Line 2 and the remote outputs for the Start and Stop functions. Note that there is just one start and stop remote for both inputs. The following pins are used for the connections : Pin 1 : Opto isolated start NPN collector.
Page 29 ?PVT "# "" The dual stereo line module can be configured in a number of different ways depending on the jumper options set on the board. The options available are : Select remote start/stop for line input 1 or line input 2. Enable continuous momentary start from channel On button.
Page 30 ""! There is just one set of remote start and stop connections for both Line Inputs 1 and 2. Jumper J3 selects which input is connected to the piece of equipment that needs to be controlled remotely. With J3 set over pins 1 and 2, the remotes will only operate when Input 2 is selected. With J3 set over pins 2 and 3, the remotes will only operate when Input 1 is selected.
Page 31 The gain for the secondary stereo line input ( on the D-Type connector ) is altered by adjusting two single turn 20k potentiometers, RP6 and RP7, on the circuit board. Placement of the pots is shown in Fig 3-4. The pots provide 16dB of gain adjustment allowing an input range of +6dB to - 10dB, reference 0dB output.
Page 32 CT[R^ <^Sd[T ?PVT # # Two preset pots are available for adjustment of the input gain of the telco signal and the output gain of the cleanfeed. The C/F pot provides 10dB of gain adjustment allowing an output range of -6dB to +4dB, and should be configured initially to give an 0dB output level for the expected input.
Page 33 ?PVT #! CT[R^ <^Sd[T Monitors section ( by selecting Auto-PFL ). The PFL only operates when the fader is fully down, unless jumper J11 is not fitted when the PFL will operate with the fader either up or down. PFL is active when the Yellow LED is illuminated in the button.
Page 34 CT[R^ <^Sd[T ?PVT #" The 9 pin D-Type plug remote connector provides the inputs and outputs for the following functions : Telephone Balance Unit Divert control. External Talkback Control The following pins are used for the connections : Pin 1 : Opto isolated TBU divert NPN collector. Pin 2 : Opto isolated TBU divert NPN emitter.
Page 35 ?PVT ## CT[R^ <^Sd[T #" The telco module can be configured in a number of different ways depending on the jumper options set on the board. The options available are : Select momentary or latched TBU Divert. Select which Clean-feed bus should be used. Set channel to start and stop the timer automatically.
Page 36 CT[R^ <^Sd[T ?PVT #$ The jumper J8 defines which Clean-Feed bus should be used inside the console for the particular telco channel being configured. There can only be a maximum of two telco channels in each mixer because there are only two clean-feed buses available. If you have one telco module, set this jumper over pins 2 and 3 so that Clean-feed bus 1 is used.
Page 37 ?PVT #% CT[R^ <^Sd[T This section of the handbook provides examples of how to configure the module for typical applications : A telephone balance unit can be connected as per the following diagram : Connect the Line Output of the TBU to the input of the telco channel of the mixer. Connect the cleanfeed signal from the telco channel to the Line Input of the TBU.
Page 38 These five buttons control which signal is routed through to the output. The top four buttons, TRX 1 - TRX 4, allow the user to select one of four external sources. These sources are connected on the rear of the module using the 25 pin D-Type connector.
Page 39 When the Router module is fitted, the TRX OUTPUT left and right connectors take the place of the Master Output A connectors on the Output Module and reflect the signal selected on the Source Select Buttons. This XLR 3 pin plug connector provides a balanced master bus output for the left channel, with the following connections.
Page 40 $" 8]bcP[[X]V cWT <^Sd[T Important Note : If your mixer has already been fitted with this module, you need only note that the Master Output of the mixer should be taken from this module, instead of from the rear of the Output Module. The external sources are not routed through the Output Module and so, do not appear on it.
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Page 42 There are two banks of six buttons, each bank routing one of the six inputs to an output. In each bank select one of the buttons. If two or more buttons are selected, the input with the lowest number ( 1 - 6 ) will be routed. Note that none of the LEDs in the buttons light up - you can tell which input is being routed by checking which one is depressed.
Page 43 %! The rear of the output source select module simply contains a hole through which the inputs and outputs can be connected. There are three D-Type connectors on the main PCB of the output source select module. The 25 pin D-Type plug (male) connector provides the stereo balanced inputs for the six external sources for bank 1, with the following pins used : Pin 1 : Right phase input 1 Pin 2 : Left phase input 1...
Page 44 Pin 16 : Right non-phase input 2 Pin 17 : Left non-phase input 2 Pin 18 : Right non-phase input 3 Pin 19 : Left non-phase input 3 Pin 20 : Right non-phase input 4 Pin 21 : Left non-phase input 4 Pin 22 : Right non-phase input 5 Pin 23 : Left non-phase input 5 Pin 24 : Right non-phase input 6...
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Page 46 The Master Output and Monitor Module is common to every mixer and can be divided into the following main areas : Outputs. Meter follow selection. Studio monitor and phones selection. Control room monitor and phones selection. C_fUbUYW^ EcUbc 7eYTU...
Page 47 & >dc_dcb The 100mm long throw ALPS VCA carbon fader provides a unity gain ( 0dB ) when fully open. The scale shows the attenuation. These faders are optional and are not supplied as standard. They should be added in any situation where the levels of the master outputs, A and B, may need to be altered, for example in a production studio.
Page 48 &" This section of the module can be divided into three areas : Studio Input Selection Studio Monitor Selection Studio Phones Selection Signals to be monitored by the studio monitors or headphones are selected by using the buttons at the top of the panel. They can be used to show any combination of the A output, the B output, the External Input 1 or the External Input 2.
Page 49 ?PVT &# &# This section of the module can be divided into three areas : Control Room Input Selection Control Room Monitor Selection Control Room Phones Selection &# Signals to be monitored by the CONTROL ROOM ( CR ) monitors or headphones are selected by using the buttons at the top of the panel.
Page 50 The CR headphones can be plugged into the rear panel, or into the phones socket on the front of the Master Output Module. C_fUbUYW^ EcUbc 7eYTU...
Page 51 The rear panel can be divided into three sections : DC Power Output Connections Monitoring Connections This is an IP40 678 series 7 way socket which connects the Sovereign mixer to the mixer power supply. These comprise two sets of XLR and D-Type connectors on the right of the panel, in Fig 7-2 above. This is a D-Type 15 Pin female socket which contains the balanced stereo distribution amplifier outputs 1 and 2, the balanced mono output ( pins 6 and 13 ) and two pairs of Control Room Mute remote contacts.
Page 52 Pin 9 : Left non-phase output DA1. Pin 10 : Right non-phase output DA1. Pin 11 : Left non-phase output DA2. Pin 12 : Right non-phase output DA2. Pin 13 : Non-phase output mono. Pin 14 : Normally open contact 1B ( makes to Pin 7 ) Control Room Remote 1. Pin 15 : Normally open contact 2B ( makes to Pin 8 ) Control Room Remote 2.
Page 53 Pin 3 : Ext 1 Right phase. Pin 4 : Ext 2 Left phase. Pin 5 : Ext 2 Right phase. Pin 6 : Ext 1 Left non-phase. Pin 7 : Ext 1 Right non-phase. Pin 8 : Ext 2 Left non-phase. Pin 9 : Ext 2 Right non-phase.
Page 54 &% There are two sets of two PCB’s in this module, the Output Boards and the Monitor Boards. Each board is loaded with different components and has different jumper settings depending on the configuration required. The jumper settings are given below. &% These boards are all mounted in the Output Module, which is situated on the right hand side of the mixer.
Page 55 ?PVT & Jumper Set Over Pins Effect 1 & 2 Distribution output 3 Right connected to stereo B. 2 & 3 Distribution output 3 Right connected to stereo A. 1 & 2 Distribution output 4 Left connected to stereo B. 2 &...
Page 56 Jumper Set Over Pins Effect 1 & 2 Do Not Fit. 2 & 3 Enable talkback on control room monitor output. Unused Inhibit talkback on control room monitor output. 1 & 2 Do Not Fit. 2 & 3 Enable talkback on control room headphone output. Unused Inhibit talkback on control room headphone output.
Page 57 ?PVT & ! An on-air lamp can be controlled by use of the Mute output latch available from the Remote connector of the Output Module ( 7.5.2.1 and 7.5.2.2 ). An independent set of contacts can be used for the Studio and Control Room to control the two different lights. They can be set up as in the following diagram : C_fUbUYW^ EcUbc 7eYTU...
Page 58 The meter-bridge section of the mixer contains either VU or PPM meters, a digital timer, and a speaker for talk-back and PFL. In later models of the Sovereign, the MX14 meter-bridge is fitted with a panel plate which can be custom fitted with options for switching, or talkback. ' The Sovereign mixers are fitted with VU meters as standard, but can optionally be fitted with PPMs ( Peak Programme Meters ).
Page 59 Manually, the timer buttons have the following functions : Start - Start the timer counting. Stop - Stop the timer. Reset - Reset the counter to 0.00.0 seconds. Automatically, the timer can be used by setting jumper J9 on the input module(s) that you wish to use to control the timer.
Page 60 B_TRXUXRPcX^]b ?PVT ( ( CTRW]XRP[ B_TRXUXRPcX^]b ( Mic Input : > 1.5k ohms electronically balanced. Mono line input : > 10k ohms electronically balanced. Stereo line input : > 10k ohms electronically balanced. Main Output : < 75ohm electronically balanced. Monitor Output : <...
Page 61 B_TRXUXRPcX^]b ?PVT (! (! 2^]]TRcX^]b For connection details of a particular module, please refer to the module’s section in this handbook. Input 1 XLR 3 pin female ( Balanced ). Input 2 9 pin D-Type ( Balanced ). External Inputs 9 pin D-Type ( Balanced ).
Page 62 Attenuation The reduction of a signal level. Attenuation is usually measured in dB. Balance The relative levels of the left and right channels of a stereo signal. Cleanfeed A cleanfeed is a signal produced by the telco module which is used as the output to be fed back to a caller on a telephone line.
Page 63 Telephone Balance Unit. This is a unit that connects the telco unit to the telphone line ( a two wire to four wire convertor ). Talk-back ( and reverse talk-back ). This is the ability for two or more studios to communicate with each other off-air. Telco Telephone Communication.
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