Audient AZTEC Installationshandbuch

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ContentsContents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................................................55

Getting startedGetting started

FOH and MonitorsFOH and Monitors ..........................................................................................................................................77

RecordingRecording ..................................................................................................................................................................77

Using LCRUsing LCR ..................................................................................................................................................................88

RecordingRecording ..................................................................................................................................................................88

MutesMutes .......................................................................................................................................................................... 1010

SolosSolos ............................................................................................................................................................................ 1010

Assigning VCAsAssigning VCAs .............................................................................................................................................. 1212

The VCA MastersThe VCA Masters ........................................................................................................................................ 1414

Automation - OverviewAutomation - Overview ........................................................................................................................ 1515

Automation - Storing ScenesAutomation - Storing Scenes ...................................................................................................... 1616

Automation - Recalling ScenesAutomation - Recalling Scenes .................................................................................................. 1717

Automation - Previewing ScenesAutomation - Previewing Scenes ............................................................................................ 1717

Automation - Deleting ScenesAutomation - Deleting Scenes .................................................................................................... 1818

Automation - Using Quick ScenesAutomation - Using Quick Scenes ........................................................................................ 1919

MidiMidi ................................................................................................................................................................................ 2020

Module FunctionsModule Functions

Mono Input module- Preamplifier and FilterMono Input module- Preamplifier and Filter ............................................................ 2323

Mono Input module - EqualiserMono Input module - Equaliser ................................................................................................ 2424

Mono Input module - Auxiliary sendsMono Input module - Auxiliary sends ............................................................................ 2525

Mono Input module - Routing and PanMono Input module - Routing and Pan .......................................................................... 2626

Mono Input - Fader sectionMono Input - Fader section .......................................................................................................... 2727

Sub-Group module - MeteringSub-Group module - Metering.................................................................................................... 2828

Sub-Group module - MatrixSub-Group module - Matrix .......................................................................................................... 2929

Sub-Group module - Aux and Group MastersSub-Group module - Aux and Group Masters .................................................... 3030

Stereo Auxiliary module - Meter Select and PSU statusStereo Auxiliary module - Meter Select and PSU status .......................... 3131

Stereo Auxiliary module - Stereo Input gain and AuxiliariesStereo Auxiliary module - Stereo Input gain and Auxiliaries ............ 3232

Stereo Auxiliary module - Stereo Input routing and faderStereo Auxiliary module - Stereo Input routing and fader ...................... 3333

Stereo Auxiliary module - Stereo Auxiliary MasterStereo Auxiliary module - Stereo Auxiliary Master ........................................ 3434

Master module - Metering, Dimmers and CommsMaster module - Metering, Dimmers and Comms .......................................... 3535

Master module - Comms Assign and SoloMaster module - Comms Assign and Solo ............................................................ 3636

Master module - Monitors, Ambience Input and T/B keyMaster module - Monitors, Ambience Input and T/B key...................... 3737

Master module - Main outputsMaster module - Main outputs .................................................................................................. 3838

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Systems InterfacesSystems Interfaces

Mono InputMono Input .......................................................................................................................................................... 3939

Sub-Group module connectionsSub-Group module connections .............................................................................................. 4040

Stereo Auxiliary module connectionsStereo Auxiliary module connections ................................................................................ 4141

Master module connectionsMaster module connections .......................................................................................................... 4242

PSU and Link and Automation connectionsPSU and Link and Automation connections .............................................................. 4343

Connector wiring details - Audio connectionsConnector wiring details - Audio connections .................................................. 4444

Connector wiring details - DC connectionsConnector wiring details - DC connections............................................................ 4646

Console LinkingConsole Linking .............................................................................................................................................. 4646

Connector wiring details - Midi connectionsConnector wiring details - Midi connections ...................................................... 4848

Connector wiring details - Data connectionsConnector wiring details - Data connections ...................................................... 4848

Block schematicsBlock schematics

Mono inputMono input .......................................................................................................................................................... 4949

Stereo Return and Ambience inputStereo Return and Ambience input .................................................................................... 5050

Sub-Group and Auxiliary outputsSub-Group and Auxiliary outputs .......................................................................................... 5151

Main outputsMain outputs .................................................................................................................................................... 5252

Matrix and Meter selectMatrix and Meter select ...................................................................................................................... 5353

Talkback, Signal generator and LinkingTalkback, Signal generator and Linking .......................................................................... 5454

AutomationAutomation .......................................................................................................................................................... 5555

Gain structure.........................................................................Gain structure......................................................................... 5656

SpecificationsSpecifications .................................................................................................................................................... 5757

WEIGHTSWEIGHTS ................................................................................................................................................................ 5858

DIMENSIONSDIMENSIONS .................................................................................................................................................... 5858

LAYOUTSLAYOUTS ................................................................................................................................................................ 5959

CleaningCleaning .................................................................................................................................................................. 6060

Removing modulesRemoving modules .................................................................................................................................... 6060

Removing fader blocksRemoving fader blocks .......................................................................................................................... 6161

Removing Connector panelsRemoving Connector panels .......................................................................................................... 6262

PSUPSU ................................................................................................................................................................................ 6262

PSU - continuedPSU - continued ............................................................................................................................................ 6363

WarrantyWarranty.................................................................................................................................................................. 6464

IntroductionIntroduction

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EARTH This unit is connected via its PSU power cord to the

mains safety earth. NEVER OPERATE THE UNIT

WITH THIS EARTH CONNECTION REMOVED.

COVERS DO NOT remove the covers. Refer servicing to

qualified personnel only.

VOLTAGE CHECK that the correct operating voltage has been

set for your AC mains supply.

FUSES CHECK that the fuse fitted is the correct type for the

mains voltage selected. ALWAYS replace fuse with the

correct type.

MOISTURE DO NOT expose the unit to rain or moisture. If the

Aztec or its PSUs should become so exposed

REMOVE the mains power immediately.

CABLES PROTECT the mains power cord from damage

though impact or abrasion.

HEAT ALWAYS ssite the Aztec and its PSUs away from

sources of heat including direct sunlight and ensure

adequate ventilation around PSUs and around the

ventilation grills on the console .

RISK OF

ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

RISQUE DE CHOC

NE PAS ENLEVER

CAUTION ATTENTION

WARNING

THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE EARTHED

DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please read all of these instructions and save

them for later reference before attempting to

connect the Aztec PSU to the AC power

source.

IntroductionIntroduction

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Designed specifically for the discerning sound reinforce-

ment professional, and equally at home on the road or in

a fixed installation, the new Aztec Live Performance

Console rewrites the rules with class leading audio

performance and features, an innovative rugged light-

weight frame structure and remarkable affordability.

Aztec is available in three frame sizes providing 32, 40,

48 and 52 mono inputs, 2 additional stereo line inputs

and a stereo ambience mic input. Console and extender

linking is provided as standard.

The extensive feature set is the result of long experience

combined with the feedback of many respected sound

reinforcement professionals.

•Separate L, C, and R buses with individual trims on

each of the Main output faders.

•12 VCA Sub Groups with VCA Solo.

•8 Audio Sub Group outputs with balanced inserts.

•8 Mono and 2 Stereo Auxiliary outputs with balanced

inserts.

•12 x 8 Matrix with balanced inserts.

•4 band EQ with parametric mids, sweep HF and LF

with switched Bell/Shelf curves plus Sweep Hi-Pass

filter.

•Optional full stereo input modules.

•All inputs and outputs fully balanced ( including

+4dBu Inserts ).

•Mute and VCA assignment automation as standard.

•Midi message output for control of outboard equip

ment.

•Dedicated recorder interfaces for seamless

performance archiving and post-production.

•Extensive peak reading LED metering.

•Flexible monitor outputs for headphones and

engineers wedge.

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FOH and MonitorsFOH and Monitors

Aztec is configured primarily as a FOH console.

In this default mode the master levels for the 8 mono

Auxiliary sends are set on rotary controls. The two

Stereo Auxiliaries (which would normally be used

for any IEM feeds) along with

the 8 audio Sub-Groups, have

100mm faders for their

master levels

However, when more monitor

sends are required the Master

level controls for each of the

Sub-Group and Auxiliary

outputs may be swapped by

depressing the GRP/AUX

swap buttons on each Sub-

Group output module. The

function of the rotary control

and fader are shown by the

LED adjacent to each. The

Solo and Mute functions

swap with the level control

but output connections are

unaffected.

MASTER

SOLO

GRP/AUX

SWAP

MUTE

AUX

GRP

RecordingRecording

Recognising the increasing requirement to record per-

formances, Aztec is unique amongst large format Live

performance consoles in providing dedicated record and

remix functions.

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D-OUT

D-IN

dB 0

10 30

0-10

2560

GAIN

LINE

The provision of the fully

balanced D-IN ‘remix’ input,

again on D-Sub connectors

in groups of 8, allows Aztec

to be used for post-produc-

tion of recorded perform-

ances preserving EQ and FX

configurations used in the

original show.

Audio Sub-Group outputs

are available on a D-sub

connector as well as XLRs, for rapid

recorder connection if required.

Using LCRUsing LCR

A fully balanced, level

variable direct record out is

available on jack and, in

groups of 8 channels, on D-

sub connectors wired in

accordance with Tascam

DA98 format. This allows

simple connection to one or

more 8 track recorders.

RecordingRecording (continued)

The Aztec LCR MAIN output bus routing system uses

two controls - a Left/Right pan control and a Blend

control. This allows a centre cluster to be used to ‘an-

chor’ a lead vocalist while still feeding the main Left/

Right stacks to ensure adequate coverage.

The pan operates in the normal way with a constant-

power law. The Blend control adjusts the proportion of

the signal sent to the Left/Right buses and the Centre

bus.

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With Blend in the fully counter-clockwise position rout-

ing (and panning) is conventional Left and Right with no

signal sent to the Centre bus.

With Blend set in

the fully clock-

wise position

only the Centre

bus is fed.

With Blend at 12

o’clock all three

buses are active.

CLR

BLEND

PAN

RIGHTCENTRELEFT

+15+15+15 +18+18+18 +21+21+21

+12+12+12 +9+9+9

+6+6+6 +3+3+3 000 -3-3-3

-6-6-6 -9-9-9

-12 -12 -12

-18 -18 -18

-24 -24 -24

-30 -30 -30

-36 -36 -36

CLR

BLEND

PAN RIGHTCENTRELEFT

+15+15+15

+18+18+18

+21+21+21

+12+12+12

+9+9+9

+6+6+6

+3+3+3

000

-3-3-3

-6-6-6

-9-9-9

-12 -12 -12

-18 -18 -18

-24 -24 -24

-30 -30 -30

-36 -36 -36

Using LCRUsing LCR (continued)

Getting StartedGetting Started

MutesMutes

All Mutes on the Aztec control surface with the excep-

tion of those for the three Main outputs are under

central control. They can therefore be operated either by

the Scene Automation system or locally by depressing

the relevant physical Mute button. Local operation

always has priority. Mutes operate (or release) on the

button down-press. To isolate the Mute from central

control depress the channel SAFE key

SolosSolos

Aztec is equipped with a multi-function Solo System.

Three main modes are provided, PFL, AFL and

Solo-in-place. These modes are set from the Master

Module. Default mode is PFL, AFL is

selected by depressing the AFL button.

VCA Solos are also provided and these

are explained in the ‘VCA Masters’

section. Solo-in-place mode can only

be invoked by pressing and holding the

large illuminated SIP button down for

>3 seconds. In this mode all channels

other than the one Solo’d and those

with Safe selected will be muted.

Solo button behaviour is dependant on

press duration. A short press provides

the usual latch-on, latch-off action.

Depressing a Solo for > 2 seconds

provides momentary operation - the Solo clears on

button release.

+10-10

LEVEL

ADD AFL

CLEAR

SOLO

I/P

0/P

SIP

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