FX™ Mixer Series 16, 24 and 32 Channel • Four-Bus Mixing Consoles Operating Manual www.peavey.
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ENGLISH 16FX™, 24FX™ and 32FX™ 4-Bus Console Mixer Congratulations on purchasing the Peavey 16FX™, 24FX™ or 32FX™ four-bus console mixer. The Peavey 16FX™, 24FX™ and 32FX™ are studio-quality mixing consoles designed to meet diverse needs. These consoles feature Peavey-exclusive technology that enhances live studio reproduction as well as project studio recording, making them perfect for every venue.
Front Panel MONO INPUT CHANNELS 1 2 Gain This control establishes the nominal operating level for the channel. The input gain can be adjusted over a wide range (0 dB – 60 dB) to compensate for soft voices or very loud drums. To maximize the signal-to-noise ratio, the gain should be set to the proper level, with the Channel Fader (13) set to 0. It can be set by pressing the PFL Switch (12) and adjusting for 0 dB on the output meter. If the clip LED comes on and remains lit, reduce the gain.
Front Panel 9 10 Pan This control determines the signal’s position with respect to the assigned L/R and Group 1–4 buses. Rotating the control counterclockwise increases the amount of signal sent to L and odd-numbered groups; rotating clockwise increases the amount sent to R and even-numbered groups.
Front Panel STEREO INPUT CHANNELS 14 15 16 17 18 Mic Gain This control establishes the nominal operating level for the mic input (XLR) of the channel. The mic gain can be adjusted over a wide range (0 dB – 60 dB) to compensate for soft voices or very loud drums. To maximize the signal-to-noise ratio, the gain should be set to the proper level, with the Channel Fader (13) set to ø. The mic gain can be set by pressing the PFL button (12) and adjusting for ø dB on the output meter.
Front Panel 22 Phantom Power Switch This switch applies +48 VDC voltage to the input XLR connectors to power condenser microphones requiring phantom power. This switch is recessed into the console and requires a small “tool” such as a pencil or pen tip to activate. A regular low impedance dynamic mic such as the PVM™ 22 will not be harmed. The Line inputs (49&50) are not connected to the +48 V supply and are safe for balanced or unbalanced inputs.
Front Panel 25 AFL Switch/Signal-AFL LED This switch connects the Group’s post-fader signal to the PFL/AFL mix. When the AFL button is in, the Group’s signal can be monitored through the headphones and/or on the PFL/AFL display. A yellow LED in the Master section will blink to indicate that the signal on the Master LED display and the Headphone Output is the PFL/AFL mix. When the AFL button is out, the yellow group LED will blink as an indication of signal presence (-30 dBu).
Front Panel 34 Media In Level Control Controls the level of the Media Input signal from the RCA jacks (58) to the Left and Right buses when the L/R switch (35) is in. 35 Media In L/R Switch Routes the Media Input signal to the Left and Right buses. 36 Record Out Control Controls the Record Output level of the pre-fader Left and Right main output signal to the RCA jacks (59).
Front Panel DIGITAL PROCESSOR 44 Page Select Switches (A-B-C) Use these three switches to select the desired digital processor page that is shown in the LCD Graphics User interface (47) and controlled by the encoders (45) and the soft switches (46). 45 Software Encoders These encoders allow you to edit the selected parameters as indicated on the LCD (47). 46 Software Switches These switches select the functions that are indicated on the LCD (47).
DIGITAL PROCESSING ARENA IMPORTANT: When a signal passes through a digital effects processor, a short delay results. When this same signal returns to the mixer and combines with the main output, the small delay difference results in a comb filter. (Short changing delays are the basis of wah-wah effects.) To prevent the comb-filter effect, increase the delay time simply by including an effect block such as reverb or delay.
DIGITAL PROCESSING ARENA Dual Mono Output Mode The dual mono output mode functions exactly like the stereo mode except that parameters may be adjusted independently for left and right channels. To save a new preset (save current) or to use a previously saved setting (load saved), enter the “lib” (library) mode using the soft knobs (45-46).
DIGITAL PROCESSING ARENA This feature is perfect for playing a pre-recorded musical piece through assigned channels of your mixer. USB drives also allow you to record specific segments of your work or an entire gig up to the amount of free memory available on your USB drive. After connecting a USB drive to the USB port (60), enter the USB menu. Follow on-screen instructions to select files available for playback or to name files for recording, again using soft knobs (45-46) to make all selections.
Rear Panel 53 54 Group Outputs These Group Outputs feature 1/4” TRS balanced jacks and provide output signal from the Groups. The output level is set by the Group Level faders (26). Left/Right Outputs The Left/Right Outputs feature two 1⁄4” TRS Z-balanced jacks and two fully balanced XLR outputs. The 1⁄4” outputs can be used with Tip‚ Ring, Sleeve (TRS) balanced or Tip, Sleeve (TS) unbalanced connectors. The output level is set by the Master Level faders (40). Both outputs can be used simultaneously.
Rear Panel 62 Power Switch Pressing the power switch supplies power to the unit. 63 Removable Power Cord This receptacle is for the IEC line cord (included) that provides AC power to the unit. Connect the line cord to this connector and to a properly grounded AC supply. Damage to the equipment may occur if an improper line voltage is used (see voltage marking on unit). 63 64 62 Never remove or cut the ground pin of the line cord plug. The console is supplied with a properly rated line cord.
RIGHT LEFT/ MONO STEREO MIC T=IN R=OUT SIG/ PFL EFX 2 PROCESSOR EFX 1 PROCESSOR STEREO INPUT L/R DIRECT CHANNEL OUTPUTS OUTPUTS RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT LO HI +/- MUTE/ CLIP MUTE/ CLIP EFX2 LEVEL SIG/ AFL MUTE/ CLIP EFX1 LEVEL AUX 1-4 POST EQ SELECT AUX 1-4 PRE EQ SELECT MID HI MID +/- LOW +/EQ MID HI LO EQ SIG/ PFL MUTE MUTE MUTE FADER PAN BALANCE B BALANCE BALANCE PFL AFL 3/4 1/2 L/R ASSIGN 3/4 1/2 L/R ASSIGN AFL PFL 3/4 1/2 L/R ASSIGN AUX2 AUX1
FX™ Series Specifications Inputs Function Microphone (150 Ohms) Line (10 k Ohms) Stereo Line (direct to L/R) Stereo Line (via channel) Channel and Group Insert Return Min* Input Levels Nominal** Max Gain (60 dB) -76 dBu -56 dBu Min Gain (0 dB) -16 dBu +4 dBu +20 dBu Max Gain (40 dB) -56 dBu -36 dBu -20 dBu Min Gain (-20 dB) +4 dBu +24 dBu +40 dBu Max Gain (20 dB) -26 dBu -16 dBu +2 dBu Nominal Gain (0dB) -6 dBu +4 dBu +22 dBu Max Gain (20 dB) -36 dBu -16 dBu +2 dBu Nom Gain
16FX™, 24FX™ and 32FX™ Specifications Outputs Function Min Load Z (Ω) Master Left/Right Output Levels Nominal Max +4 dBu +22 dBu +4 dBu +22 dBu 600 +4 dBu +22 dBu Bal 600 Groups 1-4 and Aux 1-6 Connector Bal/ Unbal XLR Pin 1 Gnd Pin 2 (+), Pin 3 (-) Bal 1/4" TRS; Tip (+), Ring (-) Sleeve Ground 1/4" TRS: Tip (+), Ring (-) Sleeve Ground Record Out 2k +4 dBu +22 dBu Unbal RCA Jacks Channel and Group Insert Send 600 +4 dBu +22 dBu Unbal 1/4" TRS; Tip (send), Ring (return) Sleeve Grou
16FX™, 24FX™ and 32FX™ Specifications Equivalent Input Noise (EIN) -129 dBu (Mic input terminated with 150 Ohms) Crosstalk/Attenuation Adjacent Input Channels (1 kHz) -70 dB typical Mute Button Attenuation (1 kHz) -80 dB typical Left to Right Outputs (1 kHz) -70 dB typical Channel Fader Kill (1 kHz) -80 dB typical Common Mode Rejection Ratio (Mic Input) -50 dB minimum (20 Hz to 20 kHz) -60 dB typical @ 1 kHz Signal/Clip Indicators Phantom Power Yellow: -30 dBu +48 volts Red: 2 dB below clipping D
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PEAVEY ELECTRONICS CORPORATION LIMITED WARRANTY Effective Date: July 1, 1998 What This Warranty Covers Your Peavey Warranty covers defects in material and workmanship in Peavey products purchased and serviced in the U.S.A. and Canada.
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