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- Page 1 GB2R User Guide GB2R User Guide...
- Page 2 Soundcraft shall not be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever arising from the use of information or any error contained in this manual.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Key Features Warranty Block Diagrams Input Channels Master Section / Outputs Using The Console Mono Input Stereo Input - GB2R 12-2 only Master Section Front Panel Connectors Rear Connector Panel Typical Specifications GB2R 12/2 Mark-up Sheet GB2R 16 Mark-up Sheet... -
Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
Note: It is recommended that all maintenance and service on the product should be carried out by Soundcraft or its authorised agents. Soundcraft can- not accept any liability whatsoever for any loss or damage caused by service, maintenance or repair by unauthorised personnel. - Page 5 This Class A digital apparatus meets the requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la Classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. GB2R User Guide...
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Page 6: Safety Symbol Guide
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. NOTES Contain important information and useful tips on the opera- tion of your equipment. HEADPHONES SAFETY WARNING Contain important information and useful tips on headphone outputs and monitoring levels. GB2R User Guide... -
Page 7: Installation
MAINS INSTALLATION General Wiring Procedures To take full advantage of the excellent signal to noise ratio and low distortion of Soundcraft consoles, care must be taken to ensure that incorrect installation and wiring does not degrade the performance of the desk. - Page 8 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 reactance of the capacitor will be sufficiently high not to cause an earth loop problem. GB2R User Guide...
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Page 9: Working Safely With Sound
Most importantly - don’t be afraid to experiment to find out how each parameter affects the sound - this will extend your creativity and help you to get the best results. Recommended headphone impedance is 50-600 ohms. GB2R User Guide... - Page 10 Is the mains supply present? Is the mains lead firmly connected? Check the mains fusing If only one of the power indicators is illuminated, consult your Soundcraft dealer Condenser Mic Not Working Is the 48V turned on? Is the mic plugged into the Mic input?
- Page 11 Check that the Mix Master Fader is up? No Monitor output Are the Monitor + Phones controls set high enough? Is the appropriate monitor select switch pressed? Headphones Distorting Are the headphones less than 50Ω impedance? Is the Phones level set too high? GB2R User Guide...
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Page 12: Audio Connector Pinouts
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Page 13: Introduction
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Page 14: Key Features
Key Features Thank you for buying a GB2R 12/2 or GB2R 16 mixing console, the main features are: Individually switched 48V phantom power on every mono input module. 6 Aux sends. 2 Sub-group sends (paired) (GB2R 12/2 only). GB30 mic pre-amp. -
Page 15: Warranty
Soundcraft. Any Equipment or component returned will be at the risk of the End User whilst in transit (both to and from the Dealer or Soundcraft) and postage must be prepaid. This warranty shall only be available if: a) the Equipment has been properly installed in accordance with instructions contained in Soundcraft's manual;... -
Page 16: Block Diagrams
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Page 17: Master Section / Outputs
Master Section / Outputs GB2R User Guide... -
Page 18: Using The Console
The signal can be sent to the stereo mix busses (13) and/or sub busses (14 - GB2R12-2 only). Note that the sub busses are a stereo pair. Note for GB2R 16 only. At first sight, being able to de-select the feed to the mix busses (13) may seem pointless, but it allows the user to route signal to the aux busses, and/or to use the Direct Outputs post-fade, without routing to the main mix. - Page 19 Pin 1 Ground Pin 2 Signal Hot Pin 3 Signal Cold DIRECT OUTPUT (1/4" TRS Jack)“ Signal Hot Ring Signal Cold Sleeve Ground The DIRECT OUTPUT is normally post fader. Pressing the PRE button switches it to pre-insert-point. GB2R User Guide...
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Page 20: Stereo Input - Gb2R 12-2 Only
Stereo Input - GB2R 12-2 only MIC GAIN (1) adjusts the sensitivity of the stereo pair of mix XLR inputs. They are electronically balanced, and are located on the rear connector panel. The 48V switch (2) applies 48V phantom power to the input XLRs. An adja- cent LED indicates when the phantom power is on. - Page 21 Rear Connectors MIC INPUT LEFT and RIGHT (3 pin female XLR) Pin 1 Ground Pin 2 Signal Hot Pin 3 Signal Cold LINE INPUT LEFT and RIGHT (1/4" TRS Jacks) Signal Hot Ring Signal Cold Sleeve Ground GB2R User Guide...
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Page 23: Master Section
• the 2-track input (9), its volume is controlled by the 2-TRK LEVEL control (10), • t he sub groups (11)(GB2R 12-2 only), and • the main mix (7). Any or all of these sources may be selected at any one time. The monitor signals (L &... -
Page 24: Front Panel Connectors
The inputs are electronically balanced. The stereo signal is routed, via the LEVEL pot (18) to the Main Mix or the Sub groups via the MIX/ SUB switch (19)(GB2R 12-2 only, the GB2R 16 routes the signal to the main mix busses). -
Page 25: Rear Connector Panel
Send Signal Ring Return Signal Sleeve Ground AUX 1-4 OUTPUTS (3-pin male XLRs) Pin 1 Ground Pin 2 Signal Hot Pin 3 Signal Cold AUX 5-6 OUTPUTS (1/4” TRS Jacks) Signal Hot Ring Signal Cold Sleeve Ground GB2R User Guide... - Page 26 REC OUTPUTS (RCA Phonos) Centre Signal Screen Ground 2-TRACK INPUTS (RCA Phono) Centre Signal Screen Ground STEREO RETURNS INPUTS (1/4” TRS Jacks) Signal Hot Ring Signal Cold Sleeve Ground GB2R User Guide...
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Page 27: Typical Specifications
Temperature range -10ºC to +30ºC Relative humidity 0% to 80% Note: These figures are typical of performance in a normal electromagnetic environment. Performance may be degraded in severe conditions. All measurements refer to electronically balanced inputs and outputs. GB2R User Guide... -
Page 28: Gb2R 12/2 Mark-Up Sheet
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Page 30: Gb2R 16 Mark-Up Sheet
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Page 32: Dimensions
Dimensions Dimensions Dimensions Dimensions Dimensions Free Standing Rack Mounted GB2R User Guide... -
Page 33: Rack Mounting
Note that all the screws are re-used. There should be no screws left over at the end of the procedure. The parts’ new destinations are shown in rectangles on the diagrams, e.g. C:10 on diagram B: instruction 8 shows a screw being removed. This screw is then re-used in diagram C at instruction 10. GB2R User Guide... - Page 34 GB2R User Guide...
- Page 35 Caution Do not trap any cables during this operation. GB2R User Guide...
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