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User’s Guide
for the
CRATE PRO AUDIO
CSM8/12/16/24
Console Mixer
In order to achieve maximum performance from
your new Crate Pro Audio Mixer we recommend
that you read this user’s guide prior to its use.
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CSM8/12/16/24 Console Mixer Congratulations. You have selected one of the finest pieces of audio reproduction equipment available for use on stage, in the home studio, or for “institutional” use: a Crate Pro Audio Stereo Console Mixer. In order to derive the most benefit from the mixer, and to fully understand and appreciate its flexibility and versatility, please familiarize yourself with the mixer by reading through this User’s Guide prior to its use. And Thank You, from Table of Contents: I
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CSM8/12/16/24 Console Mixer Introduction: In the world of professional sound reinforcement and audio reproduction there is no room for compromise. It is absolutely vital that the emotions of a performance are projected to your audience, not just sounds. Your new Crate Pro Audio CSM8/12/16/24 Console Mixer is a powerful tool which allows you to successfully bridge the gap between performers and audience without losing any of the “life” of the performance in the process. No matter what your part
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CSM8/12/16/24 Console Mixer The Input Channels: 1. LOW Z INPUT: The signal output from a low impedance microphone or a low impedance line level signal (such as a line out signal from an instrument ampli- fier) may be connected here by means of a shielded cable terminated with a male XLR plug. Pin 2 = “+,” pin 3 = “–,” and pin 1 = shield. 2. HIGH Z INPUT: The signal output from a high impedance microphone or a line 1 level signal (such as an instrument, rhythm machine, tape deck, etc.) may be con
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CSM8/12/16/24 Console Mixer The Master Section: 15.LEFT, RIGHTANDMIX BALANCEDOUTPUTS: Use these jacks to send the mixer’s output signal(s) to the house power amplifier(s) (see pages 9–13). For the XLR jacks, pin 2 = “+,” pin 3 = “–,” and pin 1 = shield. For the 1/4” jacks, tip = “+,” ring = “–,” and sleeve = shield. 16 16. TAPE IN/TAPE OUT JACKS: Use these jacks to connect to the record and playback jacks of a cassette tape deck. 15 Because the tape in jacks are fed directly into the left and ri
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CSM8/12/16/24 Console Mixer The Master Section (continued): 16 15 23: PHANTOM POWER: This switch, when depressed, applies 48 volts DC to pins 2 and 3 of the each channel’s low Z input jacks 17 (#1, page 4) to accommodate microphones which require a source of phantom power for proper operation. (Mics not 18 19 requiring phantom power are not affected by the presence of the DC voltage.) 24. AUX SEND LEVELS: Use these controls to set the output levels for the signals at the aux 2, 3 and 4 send jack
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CSM8/12/16/24 Console Mixer Equalization Diagrams: Each input channel of the CSM8/12/16/24 has three bands of equalization which let you alter the tonal characteristics of the input signal. The EQs may be used to add “color” or to compensate for inadequacies of the original signal. They also may be used to cut frequencies to help eliminate unnatural sounds or to de-emphasize over-pronounced tones, and to help prevent acoustic feedback. Each EQ has a range of 30dB (+/-15dB). •The high EQ for each
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CSM8/12/16/24 Console Mixer Connecting External Signal Processors: There are several ways to use external signal processors with the CSM8/12/16/24. Each of the mixer’s input channels has its own Insert jack, allowing a processor to be used on that particular channel. Figures 1 and 2 below show two ways of con- necting a signal processor to the channel Insert jacks. The mixer’s master section has two stereo effects loops available (Aux 3 and Aux 4), allowing a processor to be added to any or all
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CSM8/12/16/24 Console Mixer Applications: Basic Mono Operation: This setup shows one way of using the mixer and one stereo power amplifier to run both the house speakers and the stage monitors. Two mono power amplifiers may be used in place of the one stereo amplifier. Connect the components as follows: (A) Connect a balanced or unbalanced signal cable between the mixer’s Mix Balanced Output and the power amplifier’s Channel 1 Input. (B) Connect a speaker cable between the power amplifier’s Cha
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CSM8/12/16/24 Console Mixer Applications: Basic Stereo Operation: This setup shows one way of using the mixer and two stereo power amplifiers to run the system. By using both Aux 1 and 2 for monitor sends, a separate monitor mix can be had for each of two sets of monitor speakers. Connect the components as follows: (A) Connect a balanced or unbalanced signal cable between the mixer’s Left Balanced Output and the house power ampli- fier’s Channel 1 Input. Connect the Right Balanced Output and the
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CSM8/12/16/24 Console Mixer Applications: DJ Setup: This setup shows one way of using the mixer and one stereo power amplifier to run the house speakers for a mobile DJ setup. Two mono power amplifiers may be used in place of the one stereo amplifier. Connect the components as follows: (A) Connect a balanced or unbalanced signal cable between the mixer’s Left Balanced Output and the house power ampli- fier’s Channel 1 Input. Connect the Right Balanced Output and the Channel 2 input in the same
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CSM8/12/16/24 Console Mixer Applications: House of Worship Installation: This setup shows one way of using the mixer and one stereo power amplifier to run both the house speakers and the stage monitors. Two mono power amplifiers may be used in place of the one stereo amplifier. Connect the components as follows: (A) Connect a balanced or unbalanced signal cable between the mixer’s Left Balanced Output and the house power ampli- fier’s Channel 1 Input. Connect the Right Balanced Output and the C
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CSM8/12/16/24 Console Mixer Applications: Separating Vocals and Instruments: This setup shows one way of using the mixer, one stereo and one mono power amplifier to run the system. Two sets of house speakers are required in this application: one for the vocals, the other for the instruments. Connect the components as follows: (A) Connect a balanced or unbalanced signal cable between the mixer’s Left Balanced Output and the house power ampli- fier’s Channel 1 Input. Connect the Right Balanced Ou
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CSM8/12/16/24 Console Mixer System Block Diagram: LA LEFT TAPE OUT SUM LA RIGHT TAPE OUT PHANTOM LEFT LA +48V R PFL LEFT POWER OUT T LEFT (BAL.) FADER ON OFF AUX 1 SUM LEFT OUT (BAL.) LOW Z AUX 2 PEAK/ LA LA RIGHT PFL RIGHT R SIGNAL OUT T RIGHT (BAL.) HIGH Z FADER R AUX 3 SUM HA TYPICAL RIGHT T INPUT OUT CHANNEL (BAL.) AUX 4 GAIN PFL MIX LA LA MIX R OUT T INSERT MIX (BAL.) FADER R MUTE T EQ BA MIX PAN OUT CHANNEL (BAL.) FADER PFL LA HIGH MID LOW R PFL SUM T OUT LA LA HEAD BA R R AUX 3 PHONES T
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CSM8/12/16/24 Console Mixer Gain Level Diagram: MIC EQ FADER MASTER GAIN PAN FADER LINE INSERT +30 +21dB +21dB MAX LINE +26dB +20 MAX. INPUT - SET GAIN AS NECESSARY MAIN OUT +15dB +10 MAX MIC +13dB +4dB +3dB 0 ALL LEVELS @NOMINAL, -10 -7dB GAINS @"10" -13dB -20 -17dB -23dB -30 LINE -35dB -40 FULL GAIN MIC -49dB -50 LINE -55dB -60 -70 MIC -72dB -120 NOISE FLOOR -120dB dB 15
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CSM8/12/16/24 Console Mixer Technical Specifications SYSTEM INPUTS TAPE INS / TAPE OUTS CSM8 8 mono mic/line input channels RCA jacks 47k ohm input impedance CSM12 12 mono mic/line input channels +4dBv (1.23V RMS) @ High-Z nominal output CSM16 16 mono mic/line input channels Max. Sensitivity -10dBv (.245V RMS) CSM24 24 mono mic/line input channels Max.Input Accepted +30dBv (24.5V RMS) All models 2 stereo effects returns AUX SEND 1 stereo tape input 1/4” phone jacks +4dBv (1.23V RMS) @ High-Z nom
