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- Page 1 PROFESSIONAL MIXING CONSOLE SONOSAX SX-ST / SX-VT User Manual udio equipements manufacturer SONOSAX SAS S.A. Ch. de la Naz 38 1052 Le Mont s/Lausanne SUISSE Tél: +41 21 651 0101 Fax: +41 21 651 0109 Web: www.sonosax.ch Email: sonosax@sonosax.ch Version: June 2010...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Low Battery alarm [LO BATT]..........................11 3.1.6 Battery charger (option for SX-ST Series only)....................11 External DC supply ( SX-ST only ) ........................11 3.2.1 Automatic changeover of the DC power source ....................11 Main power supply ( SX-VT only ) ........................12 MIC/LINE INPUT MODULE.......................... - Page 3 6.8.1 GROUP Masters..............................30 6.8.2 AUX Masters ..............................30 6.8.3 Modulomètre à 5 Leds ............................30 6.8.4 Key [ P/A ] ................................31 6.8.5 Commutateurs [ Talkback-Off-Return ] ....................... 31 Mode d’emploi SONOSAX SX-ST / SX-VT Page 3 de 73...
- Page 4 Fragmentation de l'espace libre du disque dur ....................60 9.1.3 USB 2.0 connection ............................61 9.1.4 Alarmes ................................62 9.1.5 Traitement des erreurs ............................62 9.1.6 Up-date procedure.............................. 63 9.1.7 Recommendations.............................. 63 ANNEXES ................................64 SPECIFICATIONS ............................. 68 Mode d’emploi SONOSAX SX-ST / SX-VT Page 4 de 73...
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Page 5: Introduction
Our 30 years of experience have helped us to develop and build this console which is designed to have a lifespan of at least 12 to 15 years. The reliability of SONOSAX product is the result of a high... -
Page 6: Fields Of Applications
Built in a strong, rugged and anodised aluminium chassis, the SONOSAX SX-ST and SX-VT series provide the best choice whenever top performances, small size, light weight and low power consumption are important. -
Page 7: Versions, Options And Accessories
Thus each model of the SX-ST or SX-VT series is available in choice of predefined sizes and formats and can be fitted with different modules available in this range. -
Page 8: Vca Mic/Line Input: Version With Compressor And Optional Vca Groups
This module allows connection to any stereo or dual-channel input at line level. Volume controls and panning are also based on a technology VCA. Thus, this option may not be available on all models of the SX-ST series due to its power consumption. -
Page 9: Powering
3. POWERING The SONOSAX SX-ST mixer can be powered either by an external stabilized DC power source 11 to 18VDC or by the battery compartment located on the front. (SX-ST8D & SX-ST10 only). 3.1 Powering from batteries The standard version of SX-ST8D and SX-ST10 can be powered by the removable battery compartment attached to the front. -
Page 10: Opening The Battery Compartment
SX-ST without using any other tool. WARNING: Never leave discharged batteries in your SX-ST. Make sure that your SX-ST only contains rechargeable NiCd or NiMH batteries before charging. When using dry cells use only professional alkaline batteries to ensure optimal running time. -
Page 11: Battery Test
3.1.6 Battery charger (option for SX-ST Series only) An external NiCd or NiMH battery charger is available for the SX-ST Series. (part nr SX 008415 ) You do not need to remove the cells from the battery compartment to individually recharge the batteries. -
Page 12: Main Power Supply ( Sx-Vt Only )
3.3 Main power supply ( SX-VT only ) The SONOSAX SX-VT mixing consoles are comes with their dedicated external main power supply and should not be used with a power supply other than that supplied with the original mixer The external power supply is designed to accept line voltages between 100 and 260V, 47-64 Hz. A voltage switch located on the rear of the housing allows selection of different voltages 110/120VAC or 220/240VAC. -
Page 13: Mic/Line Input Module
été utilisée pour l’enregistrement analogique et perdure encore aujourd’hui. Les nouveaux étages d’entrée des SONOSAX SX-ST & SX-VT n’atténuent pas le niveau micro avant son amplification. A la place, nous contrôlons le gain de l’amplification et de ce fait aucun bruit de fond ne vient s’ajouter à cause de cette méthode. -
Page 14: Input Selector [ Xlr - In B ]
The latest generations of microphones operate almost exclusively with 48 V Phantom, as this mode provides an excellent common mode rejection (CMRR), only this mode of microphone powering is available on the SX-ST / SX-VT. Adapters to convert 48V phantom to T12 or P12 are made available by some microphone manufacturers. -
Page 15: Input Gain Setting [ Gain ]
8dB of headroom before clipping. 4.2 Filtrer and Equalizer The SONOSAX SX-ST / SX-VT input module is equipped with a powerful filtering and equalization section. Its design is derived from our previous model SONOSAX SX-S on which the efficiency and sonic integrity have been well proven in practice for decades. -
Page 16: Bands Semi-Parametric Equalizer [ Eq ]
(sweep frequency) equalizer with a broad fixed bandwidth. One potentiometer progressively adjusts the central frequency from 200 Hz to 8 kHz, the other adjusts the amplitude within a range of ±15 dB. Mode d’emploi SONOSAX SX-ST / SX-VT Page 16 de 73... -
Page 17: Mix Busses Assignments [ 1 To 8 ]
Master Fader. ** NOTE: On the first series of SX-ST mixers with serial nr 0433'0070 and lower, the configuration mode Pre Fader or Post Fader/Pre Pan is not determined by a solder bridge but requires a modification on the circuit board. -
Page 18: Auxiliary Sends [Aux 1 To 4]
4.4 Auxiliary Sends [AUX 1 to 4] The SX-ST / SX-VT series are equipped with four Auxiliary mix busses [AUX 1 à 4] commonly used to create separate mixes for headphone cueing, effect sends, stage monitor mixes and all kinds of different sub-mixes Potentiometers [AUX 1] to [AUX 4] set the level on the<mix busses from –... -
Page 19: On / Mute Key [ On ]
An audible pop will be introduced in the mixer's outputs if this switch is used during normal operation. WARNING: Powering the channel On or Off generates an audible noise. Mode d’emploi SONOSAX SX-ST / SX-VT Page 19 de 73... -
Page 20: Vca Groups Selector (Modules With Vca Only)
The Mute function can also be activated by toggling the On/Off button, providing that the fader is moved up. This function is used by DJ's and operators that need to talk into the program material to avoid feedback trough the control room loudspeakers. Mode d’emploi SONOSAX SX-ST / SX-VT Page 20 de 73... -
Page 21: Stereo Line Input Module
5. Stereo Line Input Module A Stereo Line Input module is available for the SX-ST and SX-VT series. It accept any stereo source having a line level between -14dBu and +25dBu. The Stereo Line Input module is VCA controlled and can be automated from an external device or controlled from an optional built in Master VCA Group Fader if the mixer is equipped with a VCA Grouping system. -
Page 22: Left & Right Gain Controls
5.4 Auxiliary Sends [AUX 1] to [AUX 4] The SX-ST/SX-VT mixers provide with 4 Auxiliary Sends mix busses. [AUX 1] to [AUX 4] are used to create sub-mixes for headphone cueing, effect sends, stage monitor mixes and all kinds of different sub-mixes. -
Page 23: Dual Peak Level Meter
(Right) sides of a mix bus pair by mean of a DC voltage applied in an opposite way to the VCA's NOTE: the Balance also affects the AUX pairs 1/2 & 3/4 when selected Post Fader. Mode d’emploi SONOSAX SX-ST / SX-VT Page 23 de 73... -
Page 24: On / Mute Key [ On ]
5.9 VCA groups selector (optional on SX-VT Series only) The VCA group selector works the same way as on the Mic/Line input with VCA. Please refer to this section for further detailed information's. Mode d’emploi SONOSAX SX-ST / SX-VT Page 24 de 73... -
Page 25: Master And Monitoring Module
6. MASTER AND MONITORING MODULE Mode d’emploi SONOSAX SX-ST / SX-VT Page 25 de 73... -
Page 26: Metering
When a channel is turned ON, the On Air and/or the Mute functions will be activated as soon as the channel Fader's is opened. The [On Air] and [Mute] signalling Leds will light On accordingly. For detailed information's, please refer to the corresponding section in the Input modules chapters. Mode d’emploi SONOSAX SX-ST / SX-VT Page 26 de 73... -
Page 27: Talkback/Slate And Oscillator
(for calibration or test procedures). 6.3 Pre listening Selector [ PFL-AFL-SOLO ] These are new features developed for SONOSAX SX-ST/SX-VT series to allow users to configure the operating mode of the pre listening command keys [P/A] available on each input channels, on the Groups masters and on the Auxiliary masters. -
Page 28: Return Lines 1 To 8 [ Return ]
[AFL-PFL-SOLO] selector. 6.6 MONITORING The SONOSAX SX-ST and SX-VT provide with three independent monitoring sections. The left most Monitor section (the Main Monitor) is dedicated to the sound engineer working on the mixer. The main peak-meters are directly linked to this main monitoring. When any [P/A] key is depressed, the main monitor and the peak-meters switch over from the selected monitor source to the selected P/A function. -
Page 29: Headphone Volume [ Phone 1 ] To [ Phone 3 ]
6.7 Communication and Private Lines [ COM – PL1 – PL2 ] The SX-ST / SX-VT mixing consoles offer three independent communication systems: a main [COM] for general purposes and two full duplex Private Lines [PL1] and [PL2] used for communication within the second and third monitoring sections. -
Page 30: Master Section
- In case of overload while in Bargraph mode, all leds turn off except the Red led. - In case of overload while in DOT mode, all leds light on. Mode d’emploi SONOSAX SX-ST / SX-VT Page 30 de 73... -
Page 31: Key [ P/A ]
The Return bus is assigned in mono to the Auxiliaries; the left channel is assigned to the Auxes 1 and 3 Groups and the right channel is assigned to the Auxes 2 and 4. Mode d’emploi SONOSAX SX-ST / SX-VT Page 31 de 73... -
Page 32: Digital Module: A/D Converter & Internal 8 Tracks Recorder
7. DIGITAL MODULE: A/D Converter & Internal 8 Tracks Recorder Mode d’emploi SONOSAX SX-ST / SX-VT Page 32 de 73... -
Page 33: A/D Converter
- The lower switch selects a multiple of these fundamentals: 44,1 – 88,2 – 176kHz or 48 – 96 – 192kHz NOTE: The 0.1% Pull Up / Pull Down functionality, commonly used in NTSC domain, is only possible if the internal recorder is installed. Mode d’emploi SONOSAX SX-ST / SX-VT Page 33 de 73... -
Page 34: Clocking And Sync
Lemo Reference nr: FGG.0B.305.CLAG52 Pin 1 = GND / Pin 2 = T.C. IN / Pin 3 = n.c. / Pin 4 = WordClock Out / Pin 5 = T.C. OUT Mode d’emploi SONOSAX SX-ST / SX-VT Page 34 de 73... -
Page 35: Internal Recorder
The SMA connector allows connection of either a video sync signal or an external WordClock. A detailed explanation follows in the chapter [SYNC IN]. An SMA to BNC adapter is available under reference SX 860620 Mode d’emploi SONOSAX SX-ST / SX-VT Page 35 de 73... -
Page 36: Principle Of Operation
The monitoring output of the recorder being "routed" in the "PFL" circuit, it is not possible to listen to it in the second and third monitoring section of the console. Mode d’emploi SONOSAX SX-ST / SX-VT Page 36 de 73... - Page 37 The symbol of a single arrow implies a short press on the key to confirm the action. The symbol of a double arrow implies a long press on the key to confirm the action. Mode d’emploi SONOSAX SX-ST / SX-VT Page 37 de 73...
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Page 38: Architecture - Audio Path
Channel 6 Channel 7 Tracks Channel 8 9 10 Modulometers values Left Modulo- meters Monitor Right Monitor config Bits per sample File encoding (WAVE, dithering) Pre-record buffer FAT32 / ATA layer Mode d’emploi SONOSAX SX-ST / SX-VT Page 38 de 73... -
Page 39: Tracks Monitoring
Listening to the recorder's monitor output is done via the "PFL" bus of the console as described above. The monitor volume of the recorder is therefore controlled by the potentiometer [PHONE1] on the main monitoring. Mode d’emploi SONOSAX SX-ST / SX-VT Page 39 de 73... -
Page 40: Solo Monitoring
The example above shows a configuration of 4 active (or assigned) tracks: 1, 2, 3, and 5. Track 1 being currently selected for Solo Monitoring. In this particular case, the selection sequence for the Solo is: 1, 2, 1+2, 3, 5 Mode d’emploi SONOSAX SX-ST / SX-VT Page 40 de 73... -
Page 41: Menus Contextuels
>Exit Player Mode • • >False Take >Monitoring • >Unit Status • >Unit Status • • >Setup >Browse Files • >Browse Files • >Delete Take • • >Switch Off >Switch Off Mode d’emploi SONOSAX SX-ST / SX-VT Page 41 de 73... -
Page 42: Monitoring
8.5 MONITORING This Monitoring page is used to configure and mix the 10 tracks for monitoring the reorder on the main monitoring of the console. The configuration of the monitoring is done by means of a specific menu as shown below The Monitoring is always configured per pair of tracks ( 10 tracks = 5 pairs of tracks ) The table below shows the available choices and their respective monitoring results on the stereo monitoring output for the pair of tracks 1 and 2. -
Page 43: Last Take
The table below shows the actions of the keys: Keys Short pressure Long pressure LEFT Load the selected TAKE RIGHT Return to the CONTEXTUAL menu Scroll the selector upward DOWN Scroll the selector downward User manual SONOSAX SX-SX / SX-VT Page 43 of 73... -
Page 44: Player Mode
[PLAY] key flashes and the [P/A] key remains on. - when calling for a STOP, the playback stops and returns to the beginning of the Take. The [PLAY] key turns off, the [P/A] key remains on. User manual SONOSAX SX-SX / SX-VT Page 44 of 73... -
Page 45: Search Mode
Select the previous track Return to TRACK MONITORING page DOWN while in SOLO Select the next track LEFT + RIGHT Lock/Unlock the keyboard Fast Rewind « <<< » Fast Forward « >>> » User manual SONOSAX SX-SX / SX-VT Page 45 of 73... -
Page 46: Contextual Menu In Mode [Player]
0.1% NTSC Correction of the sampling frequency: NOMINAL, UP, DOWN. WAV FILE Format of the generated WAVE files : MONO, STEREO, POLY MIRROR Mirroring status on the CF Card: OFF, ON. User manual SONOSAX SX-SX / SX-VT Page 46 of 73... - Page 47 REC RUN, FREE RUN PROJECT Project name SCENE Scene name TAKE Tale number SETTING Name of the currently used USER SETTING (displayed only if the loaded setting has not been modified) User manual SONOSAX SX-SX / SX-VT Page 47 of 73...
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Page 48: Setup (Configuration's Menus)
A long press on the LEFT key saves the text and return to the previous page. A long press to the RIGHT key cancels the editing and return to the previous menu. User manual SONOSAX SX-SX / SX-VT Page 48 of 73... -
Page 49: Tree Structure Of The "Setup" Menus
NO, YES MISC FACTORY Resets all the current settings to NO, YES SETTINGS factory default values HEADPHONE REC OFF, ON TONE Explanation's of each menu is detailed in the following chapters. User manual SONOSAX SX-SX / SX-VT Page 49 of 73... -
Page 50: Routing Setting
The table below summarizes the exact attenuations computed and applied according to the number of input channels assigned on the same track: Number of input channels NONE ATT1.5 ATT3 ATT6 assigned to the same track [dB] [dB] [dB] [dB] 10.1 14.5 14.5 18.1 18.1 User manual SONOSAX SX-SX / SX-VT Page 50 of 73... -
Page 51: Record Settings
If POLYPHONIC mode is enabled, all active tracks are recorded in a single file. This mode is only possible if the MIRRORING mode is activated (see previous section), regardless of whether the Compact Flash card is present or not. User manual SONOSAX SX-SX / SX-VT Page 51 of 73... - Page 52 88200 20.0 20.0 18.5 13.9 11.1 96000 20.0 20.0 17.0 12.7 10.2 176400 20.0 13.9 192000 20.0 12.7 In these tables, the Pull Up/Pull Down correction is not taken into account (negligible). User manual SONOSAX SX-SX / SX-VT Page 52 of 73...
- Page 53 VIDEO IN must be selected if the user wants to use a synchronization signal derived from an external video signal connected to VIDEO IN input. • Sampling frequency: active • Sampling up/down: inactive • Sampling rate: active User manual SONOSAX SX-SX / SX-VT Page 53 of 73...
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Page 54: Time Code Settings
Use this menu to set the TimeCode value manually. SETUP > TIMECODE SETTINGS > SET FROM TIME The value of the TimeCode address is adjusted exactly on the time of real time clock of the recorder. User manual SONOSAX SX-SX / SX-VT Page 54 of 73... -
Page 55: Modulometers
Load the selected configuration file. Caution: this operation will crush the current configuration! DELETE SELECTED Delete the selected configuration file. OVERWRITE SELECTED Overwrite the file of an existing setting by the current configuration of the Recorder. User manual SONOSAX SX-SX / SX-VT Page 55 of 73... -
Page 56: System Settings
Test the Key and the Led on the Right Test the Up key and the Red Led DOWN Test the Down key and the Green Led UP and DOWN Return to previous menu User manual SONOSAX SX-SX / SX-VT Page 56 of 73... -
Page 57: Misc (Miscellaneous)
Select ON to activate the beep tone; select OFF to cancel the beep tone User manual SONOSAX SX-SX / SX-VT Page 57 of 73... -
Page 58: Browse Files
Player is automatically selected by default, which accelerates the search for a new Take • In all other cases, or if a file is not recognized, the following message is displayed: User manual SONOSAX SX-SX / SX-VT Page 58 of 73... - Page 59 Chapter LAST TAKE & Player mode. When returning to RECORD mode, for example by selecting [EXIT PLAYER], all previous parameters are restored as set during the last recording session. User manual SONOSAX SX-SX / SX-VT Page 59 of 73...
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Page 60: Managing The Recorder
In this case it will be necessary to save all your files and to reformat your hard drive by means of the formatting utility of the Recoder. User manual SONOSAX SX-SX / SX-VT Page 60 of 73... -
Page 61: Usb 2.0 Connection
In this case it is necessary to remove the CF card from<the Recorder and to connect it directly to the computer via a card adapter. The hard disk drive of the Recorder will then mount on the computer's desktop within seconds. User manual SONOSAX SX-SX / SX-VT Page 61 of 73... -
Page 62: Alarmes
While powering up, the Recorder checks if the Date and the Time of the system are coherent. If not, a menu is posted forcing the user to set them. While setting the date, an error message can occur if the date format is not valid. User manual SONOSAX SX-SX / SX-VT Page 62 of 73... -
Page 63: Up-Date Procedure
9.1.6 Up-date procedure Up dating the Firmware from the internal hard drive 1. Download the appropriate version from the website: www.sonosax.ch/software_download.html the file name of the Firmware will be: stxxxxxx.bin 2. Connect the recorder to the USB2 port of your computer and back up all your files. -
Page 64: Annexes
# Values: Autodetect, 24, 25, 29.97 Non Drop, 29.97 Drop, 30 Non Drop, 30 Drop TimeCode Input Format = Autodetect # Values: Free Run, Record Run TimeCode Running Mode = Free Run User manual SONOSAX SX-SX / SX-VT Page 64 of 73... - Page 65 # Values: Autodetect, 24, 25, 29.97 Non Drop, 29.97 Drop, 30 Non Drop, 30 Drop TimeCode Input Format = Autodetect # Values: Free Run, Record Run TimeCode Running Mode = Free Run User manual SONOSAX SX-SX / SX-VT Page 65 of 73...
- Page 66 Organization on the HD and the CF Card The structure is identical on the SX-R4, the MINIR82 and the Internal Recorder of the SX-ST mixing console (STREC82) The only accepted characters for the PROJET, SCENE and SETTINGS names are: 0 to 9, A to Z and " _ " underscore.
- Page 67 [SCENE FOLDER NAME] Scene directory (8 characters) SCENE001.001\ [SCENE NAME.TAKE NUMBER] Take directory (3 digits, automatic increment) XC0002_1.WAV [BWF FILES] = SONOSAX identifier on CF card XC0002_2.WAV 0002 = unique identification number (hexadecimal) XC0002_x.WAV _1 = MONO, channel 1 XC0002_8.WAV _2 = MONO, channel 2 XC0002.INI...
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Page 68: Specifications
All specifications mentioned hereafter apply to standard models only. SONOSAX SAS SA reserves the right to modify these characteristics at any time without prior notice. For measurements and/or settings the reference is: 0dBu = 0.775V (eg. +6dBu = 1.55V / +4dBu = 1.23V ) - Page 69 < 10kΩ Limiter: from infinite to -30dB below internal nominal level Attack time: ~500µs, release time: 300ms Compressor (VCA version) : attack time : ~200µs, release : 500ms compression ratio: from 1:1 to infinite:1 SX-ST / SX-SV Manuel d'utilisation page 69...
- Page 70 , depends on global nominal level setting Distortion THD+N: lower than 2% Micro Tbk/Slate Input type: electronically balanced Input gain: 70dB max. (automatic gain control) Mic powering: selectable 6Vdc for Electrets or 48V phantom for Condenser microphone SX-ST / SX-SV Manuel d'utilisation page 70...
- Page 71 Mode: Free run, Record run and Set from time Note: the real time clock is maintained with an internal battery Its accuracy is ±1ppm at 25°C, and ± 2ppm from 0°C to 40°c SX-ST / SX-SV Manuel d'utilisation page 71...
- Page 72 Power consumption: 16 watts typical maximum 24 watts, all channel On with nominal level modulation and all Led's Meters and Meters backlight at maximum intensity Operating temperature: from -25°C (-13°F) to 70°C (158°F) SX-ST / SX-SV Manuel d'utilisation page 72...
- Page 73 All specifications mentioned in this manual apply to standard models only. SONOSAX SAS SA reserves the right to modify these characteristics at any time without prior notice. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying and recording of any kind, for any purpose, without the express written permission of SONOSAX SAS SA.
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