Fostex LM16 manual Using an external effect processor, Using AUX 1, 2, Pre-fader, Post-fader

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Model LM16 [Mixer basics]

EQ HIGH

The EQ HIGH is a shelving type EQ which pro- vides up to 18 dB of boost or cut above 12 kHz. The center detent position of the control is the flat position. You can emphasize a cymbal or sharpen a vocal, keyboard or guitar by boost- ing the EQ HIGH. You can soften the high fre- quency sound by cutting the EQ HIGH.

HIGH BOOST

HIGH CUT

EQ MID

The EQ MID is a peaking type EQ which pro- vides up to 18 dB of boost and cut at the center frequency. You can sweep the center frequency between 100 Hz and 8 kHz. The center detent position of the control is the flat position. For most of sound sources, the mid frequency range absolutely effects the sound. Therefore, you can dramatically tailor the sound using the EQ MID.

MID BOOST

MID CUT

EQ LO

The EQ LO is a shelving type EQ which provides up to 18 dB of boost or cut below 80 Hz. The center detent position of the control is the flat position. You can emphasize a kick, guitar, bass, etc.

LOW BOOST

LOW CUT

Using an external effect processor

• Using AUX 1, 2 and 3

You can use AUX busses for sending channel signals to an external effects processor or stage monitor, etc.

The [AUX] send control on each mixer chan- nel adjusts the amount of the channel signal sent to the AUX buss. The signal after the [AUX SEND] control in the master section which adjusts the total AUX buss level is output from the [AUX SEND] jack.

HIGH

MID EQ

LO

AUX1 AUX2

AUX3

 

PRE/POST

 

 

AUX1

AUX SEND 1

AUX SEND 1

AUX2

AUX SEND 2

AUX SEND 2

AUX3

AUX SEND 3

AUX SEND 3

There are two send signal types - pre-fader and post-fader. You can select pre- or post- fader for the AUX 1 buss. The AUX 2 buss is fixed to pre-fader, while the AUX 3 buss is fixed to post-fader.

In general, you send a post-fader signal to an effects processor, while you send a pre-fader signal for stage monitoring.

Pre-fader

A channel signal before the channel fader is sent to the buss. You can make a mix which is completely independent from the main mix. Pre-fader AUX sends are generally used for the monitor mix, because the channel fad- ers don't affect the AUX send signals.

Any adjustments made to the front-of-the- house mix don't affect the balance heard by the performers onstage.

Post-fader

A channel signal after the channel fader is sent to the buss. Post-fader Aux sends are generally used for connecting to external ef- fects processors. The send signal is raised or lowered according to the channel fader.

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Model LM16 Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Table of contents Signal flow of the mixer Connecting sources Adjusting the input level Low-cut filter Limiter EqualizerUpgrading the software About version upgrade About power supplyPrecautions on installation IntroductionAbout damage Cleaning the exteriorCondensation About CAT-5 cableOverview Main features Before using the unit Unpacking the cartonIntegrating the main unit and control unit Setting the main unit and control unit separatelyUsage examples of LM16 Mounting the main unit and control unit on the rackIntegrating the control unit and main unit Necessary itemsRack mount adaptor After attaching the adaptor Connecting the power cord Preparation of power supplyConnection to external devices Connection example live stageConnection example home recording MTRBalanced and unbalanced inputs/outputs BalancedNames and functions Control unit input channel 1 through 14 ST/1-2/3-4 assign switches POST/PRE switchMute switch Solo switchControl unit Master channel SUB in jacks / SUB in controlMonitor section Phantom 1-8, 9-16 indicators Internal effects sectionControl section Assign to Stereo OUT switches AUX Send controls / Solo switches24 27 EFF Send control / Solo switch Output Limiter switchControl unit rear panel Main unit rear panelGroup OUT 1, 2, 3, 4 connectors Phantom 1-8, 9-16 switchesController connector Stereo OUT L, R connectorsSignal flow of the mixer Mixer basicsConnecting sources to the input connectors Connecting sourcesAdjusting the input level Phantom power supply settingLow-cut filter Gain adjustment while monitoringEqualizer LimiterPre-fader Using an external effect processorUsing AUX 1, 2 Post-faderUsing the internal effects processor Using InsertApplying the internal effects Monitoring About the effect typesChannel grouping Solo monitorUsing SUB Set the Source switches on channels 15 and 16 to TRKSet the ST assign switches on channels 15 and 16 to on Block diagram Showing date information Showing version informationR peak indicators R meters between 7Specifications Inputs/OutputsGeneral Physical dimensionsPower Consumption approx W Main unitMMC Command List Midi Implementation Chart Model LM16Declaration of EC Directive Forthe US Customers only Fostex America Limited Warranty Shipping Index Effect processorMemo Page Fostex CO