Helix Board 18 FireWire 18-Input 2-Subgroup FireWire Mixer ENGLISH User's Manual
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. The MAINS plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable. Warning: the user shall not place this apparatus in the confined area during the operation so that the mains switch can be easily accessible. 1. Read these instructions before operating this apparatus. 2.
Helix Board 18 FireWire 18-Input 2-Subgroup FireWire Mixer page Introduction.........................................................................................4 Getting Started...................................................................................5 Channel Setup....................................................................................5 Making Connections...........................................................................6 Inputs and Outputs...............................
Introduction Features Thank you for choosing one of Phonic's many quality compact mixers. The Helix Board 18 FireWire mixing console - designed by the talented engineers that have created a variety of mixers fantastic in style and performance in the past - displays similar proficiency that previous Phonic products have shown; with the addition of such innovative features as FireWire interface.
Getting Started Channel Setup 1. Ensure all power is turned off on your mixer. To totally ensure this, the AC cable should not be connected to the unit. 1. 2. All faders and level controls should be set at the lowest level and all channels switched off to ensure no sound is inadvertently sent through the outputs when the device is switched on. All levels can be altered to acceptable degrees after the device is turned on.
Making Connections Inputs and Outputs 1. XLR Microphone Jacks These jacks accept typical 3- 1 pin XLR inputs for balanced and unbalanced signals. They can be 2 used in conjunction with microphones – such as professional condenser, dynamic or ribbon microphones – with standard XLR male connectors, and feature low noise preamplifiers, serving for crystal clear sound replication. The Helix Board 18 FireWire features a total of eight Microphone inputs. NB.
Rear Panel 16. Power Connector 11. Channel Inserts Located on the rear of the Helix Board 18 FireWire, the primary use for these TRS phone jacks is for the addition of external devices, such as dynamic processors or equalizers, to mono input channels 1 through to 6. This will require a Y cord that can send (pre-fader and pre-EQ) and receive signals to and from an external processor.
22. Middle Frequency Control This control is used to provide a peaking style of boost and cut 21 to the level of middle frequency sounds at a range of ±15 �������� dB. 22 These mixers also provide a sweep control, allowing you to 23 select a center frequency between 100 Hz and 8 kHz.
32. +4 / -10 Buttons These buttons, located on each stereo input channel, are used adjust the input sensitivity of the corresponding channel, which will adapt the mixer to external 32 devices which may use different operating levels. If the input source is -10 dBV (consumer audio standard), it is best to engage the switch, allowing the signal to be heard.
41. AUX Send Master Control This control adjusts the final level of the AUX mixing bus (as taken from the AUX level controls on each channel strip), the audio of which is sent to AUX Send 1 output. The corresponding SOLO button allows you to send the AUX Send signal to the Control Room / Phones mixing bus. The Helix Board 18 FireWire has 2 AUX sends, where the first is in fact a 60mm fader, rather than the typical rotary control.
the FireWire signal properties are displayed by the Level Meter. Then, if no signal is received through the FireWire interface, the 2T return signal will be displayed. If the 2T return signal is not present, the Main L/R signal is then displayed. Priority Signal 1 st From Solo 2 nd FireWire Interface Signal 3rd 2T Return to Control Room 4 Main L/R th 53.
FireWire Interface System Requirements The following are the minimum required specifications for use with the Helix Board FireWire mixer. If your computer does not meet these requirements, you will experience lagging of audio and possible freezing of your computer when attempting to operate the mixer.
Read and accept the terms of the License Agreement and click "Yes" to continue. Either select a new destination for the installation, or else click "Next" to accept the default directory. Click "Next" to begin the installation.
Connect the Helix Board FireWire to the Computer and turn the power on. If a message is displayed indicating that the software has not passed Windows Logo test, click “Continue Anyway”. After installation is complete, users are free to use the device as they wish.
Macintosh OS X (10.3.5 or later) The Helix Board 18 FireWire works with the primary audio drivers of Macintosh OS X 10.3.5 and later. First verify that you are running Macintosh OS X 10.3.5 or above, then connect the Helix Board 18 FireWire to a FireWire port to the computer. To ensure your Helix Board 18 FireWire is working, enter the Utilities folder and double-click the Audio MIDI Setup icon. Enter the Audio Device's section. From the "Properties for" pull-down tab, select Helix Board 18 FireWire.
Channel Assignment When using a Digital Audio Workstation on a PC, and within the included Phonic Helix Board FireWire control panel software, the following names have been attributed to the input channels of the FireWire mixer. They can be altered through the control panel software included with the mixer.
Helix Board Control Panel The Helix Board FireWire control panel can be accessed at any time by entering choosing the shortcut from your Programs menu. This program will not only allow users to alter their device and channel names and properties, but will also let them correct for latency issues, change sampling rates, and so forth. When opening the software, a number of options will be available for users to select from, allowing them to adjust the available properties.
Users are also able to change between automatic and manual sampling rate settings. When the sampling rate is manually set, users can select between sampling rates of 44.1, 48.0, 88.2 and 96.0 kHz per second. Many devices have sampling rates that do not surpass 44.1 kHz per second, therefore, when using multiple digital devices, users are advised not to exceed this level unless they are sure the secondary device's sampling rate can .
Digital Effects Table Parameter Controllability Program Name Program Description Parameter Variable Range HALL This reverb simulates a large, expanse setting, such as a concert hall Reverb Time 0.3 – 10.0 sec ROOM Creates acoustics similar to those of a small room Reverb Time 0.3 – 3.2 sec PLATE Simulates a Plate Reverb device, creating hard sounding Reverberation Reverb Time 0.3 – 10.0 sec VOCAL 1 Ideal for Reverb of vocals Reverb Time 0.3 – 10.
Application Live Band 8-Track Recording and Monitoring FOH SPEAKERS NOTEBOOK AMPLIFIER 16 Channels In 2 Channels Out ACTIVE MONITORS EQUALIZER AMPLIFIER MICROPHONES GUITAR COMPRESSOR RECORDING DEVICE FLOOR MONITORS GUITAR EFFECTS DRUM MACHINE KEYBOARDS OR SYNTHESIZERS HEADPHONES ST GUITAR EFFECTS ELECTRIC GUITAR page 20 Helix Board 18 FireWire User's Manual PHONIC CORPORATION
Studio Recording and Monitoring NOTEBOOK ACTIVE STUDIO MONITORS 16 Channels In 2 Channels Out COMPRESSORS DIGITAL DELAY MICROPHONES HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER GUITAR EFFECTS KEYBOARD OR SYNTHESIZER ELECTRIC GUITAR HEADPHONES DRUM KIT PHONIC CORPORATION Helix Board 18 FireWire User's Manual page 21
Specifications Inputs Total Channels 10 Balanced Mono Mic / Line channel 6 Balanced Mic / Stereo Line channel 2 Balanced Stereo Line Channel 2 Aux Return 2 2T Input Mini stereo and stereo RCA Outputs Main L/R Stereo 2 x 1/4” TRS, Bal.
Noise (20Hz~20KHz; measured at main output, Channels 1-4 unit gain; EQ flat; all channels on main mix; channels 1/3 as far left as possible, channels 2/4 as far right as possible. Reference=+6dBu) Master @ unity, channel fader down -86.5 dBu Master @ unity, channel fader @ unity -84 dBu S/N ratio, ref to +4 >90 dB Microphone Preamp E.I.N. (150 ohms terminated, max gain) <-129.5 dBm THD (Any output, 1KHz @ +14dBu, 20Hz to 20KHz, channel inputs) <0.
88/3.5 Dimensions 357/14 407/16 89/3.5 104.5/4.
PHONIC CORPORATION R L(MONO) 1 75Hz HPF +4/-10 SND_FW8/10 SND_FW7/9 75Hz HPF GAIN Helix Board 18 FireWire User's Manual 2.5K 3K 3K CHIP 0603 PRE_SET PRE_SET CHIP 0603 800 HMID LMID HI 12K 800 HMID LMID HI EQ 12K TAP DELAY 80 LO 80 LO 80 LO 80 LO HI JUMPER AF8/10 JUMPER AF7/9 PEAK ON ON PROGRAM HDA 24BI T DSP ON SOLO GP1/2 PARAMETER SOLO L/R TO AUX1 GP1/2 AU3/EFX TO AUX1 SOLO L/R AU3/EFX AUX2 AUX1 SOLO PRE AUX2 POST L/R GP1/2 AUX1 BAL.
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