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Cadac S-Type Installation & User Manual

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  • Page 1 7g8;2' Audio Mixing Console -056#..#6+10#n#95'4#1#07#.
  • Page 2 While every effort has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the contents in this manual, CADAC Audio Mixing Consoles are being subject to continuous development, hence the information in this manual may not reflect latest product updates.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Stereo 8413 - Mono 8415 ............. 6-8 6WHUHR#RXWSXW/#&RPPV/#2VF#DQG# 7DONEDFN#PRGXOH#;74711111111111111111111111111111111111111111 #:04 Front panel Stereo output, Comms, Osc and Talkback module 8414..............7-2 Rear panel Stereo output, Comms, Osc and Talkback module 8414..............7-10 $SSHQGLFHV11111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111#$330, ,QGH[11111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111#,1'(;0, 7HFKQLFDO#VSHFLILFDWLRQV 1111111111111111111111111111111 #63(&0, *ORVVDU\ 111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 #*/266$5<0, Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 5 As is the case with the rest of the CADAC line-up, the S-Type provides complete flex- ibility that allows for any configuration the user wishes to apply, whilst providing the reliability that is paramount to the production of a show, concert or corporate event.
  • Page 6 Introduction S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 7 The S-Type console system allows for any module to be placed into any frame posi- tion and to change the number of frames associated with the system to increase or decrease the number of input channels and output groups to meet the needs of a particular project.
  • Page 8 System overview 3RZHU#VXSSO\ The main power supply for the S-Type is integrated into an external 2U rack mount unit with the option of a backup PSU. See sub-section 2.3.1 Power supply descrip- tion. 7KH#PRGXOHV 41714 ,QSXW#FKDQQHO#PRGXOHV/#;744#0RQR#)#;745#VWHUHR Mono and stereo input modules are available for the S-Type. Both modules provide balanced insert sends and returns;...
  • Page 9 Full details of the module functions are discussed in chapter 7 Stereo output, Comms, Osc and Talkback module 8414. Full details of the module functions are discussed in chapter 7 Stereo output, Comms, Osc and Talkback module 8414. Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 10 System overview S-Type Revision S2005-6...

  • Page 11: The Console

    The following describes how to set up the S-Type: 1. If the console flight case is to be mounted on the CADAC PSU case, then first remove the PSU’s case’s front and rear cover. Note that if using a 2U drawer case, there is only a front cover.
  • Page 12 51614 3RZHU#VXSSO\#GHVFULSWLRQ The S-Type console is supplied with the model 8500 Power Supply Unit. Each 2U x 19” rack mount power unit supplies all 4 voltage required by the S-type console. If more than one frame is to be used, then the 8400 Power Supply Unit may be used.
  • Page 13 Connections and setup 51615 $&#SRZHU#UHTXLUHPHQWV CADAC 8500 power supply units are designed to run from a minimum of 100V up to a maximum 250V, 50/60Hz. The 8500 is rated at +13V@15A, ±18V@11A and 48V@0.5A. This is sufficient to supply power to one frame. In the case of more than frame, each frame can be pow- ered by a pair of 8500 Power Supply Units (one main and one for back-up purposes).
  • Page 14 PSU unit chassis. Connect the cable shield to the metal panel where the remote start switch(es) are mounted. FIG 2-4. Remote start with multiple switches FIG 2-5. Remote start with a single switch S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 15 Frame to frame bus Frame 0V terminal Frame 0V terminal connections FIG 2-6. Audio Bus connections. Also, see Appendices. 51715 )UDPH#JURXQG#FRQQHFWLRQ Connect the frame-to-frame grounding cable. See figure 2-6 above for the location of the frame 0V terminals. Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 16 Connections and setup S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 17 This does not mean, however, that the same outcome can- not be achieved by taking a different route. So to assist you in the most efficient way to become familiar with the S-Type, please start with the instructions given. As you build up experience, you may well find that alternative ways are better suited to your work practice.
  • Page 18 Mute button of the channel you wish to solo. 8VLQJ#WKH#3)/ The S-Type has facilities for monitoring through loudspeakers or headphones, each with its own level control for comfortable listening. Visual indication on the dual chan- nel LED meter is also provided. The Listen facility is independent of whether the sig- nal is in mono or stereo;...
  • Page 19 Mono input module 8411 0RQR#LQSXW#PRGXOH#;744 The S-Type mono input channel module features a microphone input amplifier, which is the same as that fitted to the legendary J-Type - the most prevalent theatre con- sole in the industry. The module has a full four-band parametric equaliser - also orig- inating from the J-Type - which may be switched to pre or post the insert point.
  • Page 20 Press this button to reverse the phase of the incoming signal. 71418 7;9#3KDQWRP#SRZHU Press this button to switch on 48V phantom power to any connected microphone, Please note that the 48V phantom power is disabled on this channel if the OSC switch is selected. S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 21 4.1.11. 714143 Press this button to enable panning of the sub-groups via the pan potentiometer. 714144 3DQ#FRQWURO Use this rotary control to pan the signal within the stereo field. Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 22 Use this rotary control to adjust the level of the SEND signal. 714148 6WHUHR#$X[LOLDU\#VHQG#5#/(9(/#DQG#3$1#FRQWURO Adjusts the Level (upper) and Pan (lower) of the Stereo Auxiliary send 2. 714149 6WHUHR#$X[LOLDU\#VHQG#4#/(9(/#DQG#3$1#FRQWURO Adjusts the Level (upper) and Pan (lower) of the Stereo Auxiliary send 1. S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 23 71414< (4#0#(4#,Q22XW Press this button to switch the equalizer in circuit. 714153 (4#35(#0#(4#35(#EXWWRQ Normally the equaliser is situated after the channel insert. Pressing the EQ PRE but- ton will put the EQ before the channel insert. Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 24 20Hz and 200Hz (lower control) and the gain to be adjusted by ±18dB (upper control). The gain control is centre detented. 71415; /)#40FRQWURO The Q-control varies the bandwidth of the cut/boost frequency selected as per 4.1.27. The function of the Q-control is described in 4.1.22. S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 25 Press this button to mute all POST FADER signals from the input channel. When the CHECK MUTE button is pressed on the Stereo master module (8414) this button will act as a destructive solo, muting all other channels in the desk while remaining un- muted itself. Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 26 This is a 12-segment level meter showing the signal level immediately pre-fader. 714166 )DGHU This 100mm conductive plastic P&G fader is used to control the signal level. 714167 23(1#0#2SHQ#IDGHU#/(' This LED illuminates when the fader is open and not muted locally or by a VCA mas- ter. S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 27 SLEEVE = Screen IMPORTANT NOTE: Pin 1 on XLR connectors and the ‘sleeve’ connections on the jack sockets are connected to the FRAME. This is to ensure that the console can comply with the Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) directive. Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 28 4-10 Mono input module 8411 S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 29 Stereo input module 8412 6WHUHR#LQSXW#PRGXOH#;745 The S-Type stereo input module has line level inputs for left and right channel respectively. In addition, it features a full four-band parametric equaliser which can be switched to pre or post the insert point. An HP-filter with a cut-off frequency of 160Hz;...
  • Page 30 Press this button to sum left and right channel to mono. 81417 5(9#/#0#3KDVH#UHYHUVH#OHIW#FKDQQHO Pressing this button reverses the phase of the incoming left signal. 81418 ,QSXW Press this button to route the line input - post input amplifier - to the Direct output. S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 31 PAN potentiometer will affect this signal regardless of whether the pan button is pressed, see 5.1.11. 814143 Press this button to enable panning of the sub-groups via the PAN potentiometer. 814144 3$1#FRQWURO Use this rotary control to pan the signal within the stereo field. Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 32 Use this rotary concentric control to adjust the level of the Auxiliary send. 814148 6WHUHR#$X[LOLDU\#VHQG#5#/(9(/#DQG#3$1#FRQWURO Adjusts the level (upper control) and PAN (lower control) of stereo auxiliary send 2. 814149 6WHUHR#$X[LOLDU\#VHQG#4#/(9(/#DQG#3$1#FRQWURO Adjusts the level (upper control) and PAN (lower control) of Stereo Auxiliary send 1. S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 33 (4#0#(4#,Q22XW Press this button to insert the equaliser into the signal path. 814153 (4#0#(4#35(#EXWWRQ Normally the equalizer is situated after the channel insert. Pressing the EQ PRE but- ton will switch the EQ pre the channel insert. Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 34 20Hz to 200Hz (lower control) and the gain to be adjusted by±18dB (upper control). The gain control is centre detented. 81415; /)#40FRQWURO The Q-control varies the bandwidth of the selected frequency when gain is applied as per 5.1.27. The function of the Q-control is described in 5.1.22. S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 35 Press this button to mute all post-fader signals from the input channel. When the CHECK MUTE button is pressed on the stereo master module (8414) the channel’s Mute will act as a destructive solo, muting all other channels in the desk while remaining un-muted itself. Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 36 12-segment level meters showing the channel signal level immediately pre-fader. 814166 )DGHU 100mm plastic conductive P & G fader used to control the signal level. 814167 2SHQ#IDGHU#/(' This LED illuminates when the fader is open and not muted locally or by a VCA Mas- ter. S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 37 SLEEVE = Screen IMPORTANT NOTE: Pin 1 on XLR connectors and the ‘sleeve’ connections on the jack sockets are connected to the FRAME. This is to ensure that the console can comply with the Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) directive. Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 38 5-10 Stereo input module 8412 S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 39 4-way jumpers (8-way for the two stereo auxiliary masters). For details on this, see B. Mix bus coding The VCA Master is located at the bottom of the module and consists of a 100mm P&G fader and mute control. Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 40 This rotary controls adjusts the signal level of the auxiliary master output. Level con- trol gain range from infinity to 0dB. 91416 Press this button to listen to the auxiliary master output signal pre fader. 91417 0XWH Press this button to mute the auxiliary master output signal. S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 41 Press this button to listen to the matrix master pre-fader. 9141; ,QVHUW Press this button to connect the pre-fader send/return insert jacks into the signal path. Please note that the insert send is permanently live and that the jack sockets are NOT normalized. Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 42 4. Upper control for Matrix send 3 and lower control for Matrix send 4. 914147 0DWUL[#4#)#5#VHQG#OHYHO These rotary controls are used to adjust the output signal levels of the matrix sends 1 and 2. Upper control for Matrix send 1 and lower control for Matrix send 2. S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 43 Stereo master. 91414: 6XE#JURXS#OHYHO#PHWHU 12-segment level meter displaying the signal level of the sub-group. Meter source is post sub-group fader. 91414; )DGHU 100mm plastic conductive P & G fader used to adjust the sub-group output level. Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 44 Press this button to connect the pre-fader send/return insert jacks into the signal path. Please note that the insert send is permanently live and that the jack sockets are not normalized. 914155 0XWH Press this button to mute the sub-group output. S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 45 6.1.23 VCA Master - Mute 6.1.24 VCA Master - Fader 914156 0#0#9&$#0DVWHU#0#0XWH Press this button to mute the VCA Master and associated input channels. 914157 9&$#0DVWHU#0#)DGHU 100mm plastic conductive P & G fader used to control the VCA Master level. Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 46 SLEEVE = Screen IMPORTANT NOTE: Pin 1 on XLR connectors and the ‘sleeve’ connections on the jack sockets are connected to the FRAME. This is to ensure that the console can comply with the Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) directive. S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 47 A temporary hold function can be achieved by selecting and holding the desired PFL switch, while adding additional PFLs as required. Pressing the PFL switch a second time will clear the selected channels and resume normal operation. Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 48 A 3-pin female XLR is provided at the top of the 8141 module to allow the connection of a talkback microphone. The microphone amplifier gain control is located in the lower section of this module. Note: Talkback microphone is NOT included with the S-Type. :1415 &KHFN#PXWH Enabling CHECK MUTE allows an operator to use the input channel MUTE buttons in a Destructive Solo mode.
  • Page 49 0XWH Pressing this button will mute the Talkback feature. Pressing the TB button (7.1.10) will over-ride the MUTE. :14143 7DONEDFN#DFWLYDWH Pressing the TB button will activate the talk-back feature across the selected auxil- iary and sub-group busses.. Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 50 (see 7.1.17 and 7.1.18). :14147 2VFLOODWRU#OLQH0XS#WRQH#4N+] When both 10kHz and 100Hz oscillator switches are in the OFF position, a 1kHz line up tone is available for selected input channels and/or all sub-groups (see 7.1.17 and 7.1.18). S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 51 Press this button to mute the listen output. :14157 +HDGSKRQHV#0XWH Press this button to mute the signal sent to the headphones. :14158 +HDGSKRQHV#RXWSXW#VLJQDO#OHYHO Use this rotary control to adjust the signal level to the headphones. Headphone level control range from infinity to 0dB. Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 52 Press this button to mono sum the stereo master. The mono sum is then available to be routed to matrix sends 5 and/or 6. :14164 /HIW#FKDQQHO#WR#PDWUL[#RXWSXW#8 Press this button to route the stereo master left channel signal to matrix send 5. S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 53 4. Upper control for matrix send 3 and lower control for matrix send 4. :14174 2XWSXW#OHYHO#WR#PDWUL[#4.5 These rotary controls are used to adjust the output signal levels of matrix sends 1 and 2. Upper control for matrix send 1 and lower control for matrix send 2. Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 54 Use this rotary control to adjust the input level of the external input signal. Level con- trol gain range from infinity to +10dB. :14177 450VHJPHQW#RXWSXW#OHYHO#PHWHU This dual 12 segment LED meter indicates the signal level of the stereo master. Meter source is post Stereo master fader. S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 55 This allows the stereo master level to be altered without changing matrix send levels. :1417; ,QVHUW Press this button to connect the pre-fader send/return jacks into the signal path. :1417< 0XWH Press this button to mute the stereo master output. Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 56 SLEEVE = Screen IMPORTANT NOTE: Pin 1 on XLR connectors and the ‘sleeve’ connections on the jack sockets are connected to the FRAME. This is to ensure that the console can comply with the Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) directive. S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 57 “balanced line” connection system is essential. On the S-Type console, all inputs and outputs (including insert points) are fully balanced. The only exception to this is the external input on the stereo master, which is unbalanced.
  • Page 58 5. Finally, in the block of 8 links for the sub-groups - place the link in position 1 - 8. NOTE: The left hand group module should be number one, working towards right incrementing one at the time. All links in the same module must be the same number. S-Type Revision S2005-6...

  • Page 59: Frame Rear Connections

    Stereo 8413 - Mono 8415 6-2, 6-3, 6-5, 6-7 Front panel stereo input channel module 8412 5-4, 5-5, 5-7 Front panel stereo input module 8412 5-2 Front panel Stereo output, Comms, Osc and Talkback module 8414 7-2, 7-4, 7-6, 7-8 Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 60 HMF EQ Boost/Cut & Frequency control 400Hz - 4kHz 5-6 HMF EQ Boost/Cut 400Hz - 4kHz 4-6 HMF Q-control 4-6, 5-6 Hold 7-5 How to use the S-Type 3-1 HP filter 4-5, 5-5 HP filter IN/OUT 7-3 HP filter In/Out 5-5...

  • Page 61: Rear Panel Stereo Output, Comms, Osc And Talkback Module 8414

    Stereo output, Comms, Osc and Talkback module 8414 7-1 Stereo SEND 1 level control 4-4 Stereo SEND 2 level control 4-4 Sub group output level meter 6-5 Sub-group routing 4-3, 5-3 Sum L+R to matrix output 7-6 Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 62 Talkback MIC input 7-2 Talkback signal level 7-3 TRS jack connectors 4-9 Using the PFL 3-2 Using the sends 3-1 VCA Master - Fader 6-7 VCA Master - Mute 6-7 VCA Master/Mute assignment 5-5 XLR connections APP-II XLRs 4-9 S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 63 +0/-3dB 20Hz-75kHz Direct output +0/-0.5dB 20Hz-20kHz +0/-3dB 20Hz-110kHz Sub group +0/-0.5dB 20Hz-20kHz +0/-3dB 20Hz-72kHz 7RWDO#KDUPRQLF#GLVWRUWLRQ +20dBu into 2kOhms, VCA in circuit, fader set 0dB, EQ in and flat 0.012% at 1kHz <0.03% 20Hz-20kHz (continued on next page) Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 64 NOTE: 0dBu = 0.775V r.m.s. without reference to impedance. Unless stated otherwise, all specifications apply to the frequency range 20Hz-20kHz. All noise measurements are r.m.s. via a DIN audio band filter, with -3dB points at 22Hz and 22kHz. S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 65 Meter that indicates the signal level by means of LEDs. Boost To increase the level of amplification of a cer- tain frequency (-range). boot-up Start-up procedure. bus cable Cable that inter-connects the frames in a con- sole system. Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 66 Comms MIC and Comms MIC input above. configuration The arrangement of features to produce a cer- tain outcome. Configuring See configuration above. console modularity Frame design concept allowing any module to be put in any position in the frame. Direct Output. S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 67 When the input signal is fed from a balanced line, the common mode rejection to interference signals is extremely good. In other words, a good differential ampli- fier has a high common mode rejection ratio (CMRR). Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 68 OFF, any new selected PFL or Listen signal will cancel the previous one (intercancel function). When HOLD is ON, it is possible to mix the new signal with the previous one if any of the buttons PFL or Listen is pressed on another module. S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 69 Frame in a console setup that accommodates the Central Control Module. Main output See Matrix output. master Fader controlling a group of channels. See DC Master. Master DC fader matrix Collective name for all the matrix send potenti- ometers. Revision S2005-6 S-Type...
  • Page 70 31Hz to 16kHz, as indicated by the switch. oscillator An electronic circuit used to generate a single frequency or noise spectrum. Oscillator/Comms module Module that features an oscillator, remote calling and communication functions. S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 71 EQ-section. redundant configuration Cadac consoles are designed to allow the use of two independent power supply systems in a redundant configuration – “main” and “backup”. Both sets of power supply units are used to power the console system so that under normal conditions, the ‘load’...
  • Page 72 (spur) . stereo group Group module configured for stereo operation. stereo master bus Dedicated stereo mix bus. stereo pair Two mono input channels configured as a stereo pair through hard-panning each channel left and right respectively. S-Type Revision S2005-6...
  • Page 73 Indicates that a motorized fader is sending posi- tion data to the CCM. X-fade Also referred to as cross-fade, this feature of CADAC’s console automation software allows programmed cross-fading XLR connectors A type of input or output connector where: PIN 1= ground...
  • Page 74 GLOSSARY-X S-Type Revision S2005-6...

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