Applications Basic Mono Operation | Crate Amplifiers CSM24, CSM16

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 Channel 1 Outputs and the house speakers’ Inputs.

(C)Connect an unbalanced signal cable between the mixer’s Aux 1 Send and the power amplifier’s Channel 2 Input.

(D)Connect a speaker cable between the power amplifier’s Channel 2 Outputs and the monitor speakers’ Inputs.

(Note the optional use of a graphic equalizer in-line with the connections between the mixer and the power amplifier as shown below.)

Please note that the sample connections shown in the Applications sections are only guidelines. They are intended to provide a starting point from which you may assemble a system that will best suit your particular needs.

Also note that the models referenced for additional equipment are only sugges- tions. Your Crate Pro Audio dealer can assist you in selecting the components best suited for your sound system.

HOUSE

SPEAKERS (PS115HD, PS215HDT, etc.)

B	CH.1	CH.2
B	OUTPUT	OUTPUT

MONITOR

SPEAKERS

(M112HD,

M115HD, etc.)

STEREO

POWER AMP

(SPA1400, etc.)

			CH.1	CH.2
			INPUT	INPUT
			CH.1	CH.2
			OUTPUT	OUTPUT
				DUAL
				GRAPHIC EQ
				(LS3231,
				LS2215)
			CH.1	CH.2
			INPUT	INPUT
			A	C
			MIX	AUX 1
	L	R	BALANCED	AUX 1
			OUTPUT	SEND
				CSM8/12/16/24
(PAN FULL	(PAN FULL
LEFT)		RIGHT)

Controlling The Mixer’s Output Levels:

•Monitors: Use the Aux 1 master slider (#30, page 6) to set the level of the output signal for the monitors.

•Mains (House Speakers): Use the Mix master slider (#32, page 6) to set the level of the output signal for the house speakers.

NOTE: The Mix output is a combination of the left and right channels. Therefore, the Left and Right master sliders (#31, page 6) must be set so a signal of sufficient strength is available for the Mix master slider. Use the LED Output Meters (#21, page 5) to visually monitor the output signal levels of the left and right channels.

CSM24, CSM16, CSM12, CSM8, CSM12, CSM16, CSM24 specifications

Crate Amplifiers is renowned for its innovative approach to sound amplification, catering to musicians of various levels. Their CSM series, which includes models CSM8, CSM12, CSM16, and CSM24, offers a versatile range of options for live performances and studio use.

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