Midas Consoles MIDAS HERITAGE 1000 User Manual

OPERATORS MANUAL
Midas,
Klark Teknik Building,
Walter Nash Road,
Kidderminster.
Worcestershire.
DY11 7HJ.
England.
Tel:+44 1562 741515
Email: midas.info@uk.telex.com
Website: midasconsoles.com
MIDAS Heritage 1000
Operators Manual
Issue 1.1 - February 2003
Due to a policy of continual product improvement, specification
and features
may be subject to change without notice.
DOC02-H1000
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE
AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE. NE PAS OUVRIR
These symbols are internationally accepted symbols that warn of potential hazards with electrical products.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer,
or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus is damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
IEC-60065-Edn7-Midas
Walter Nash Road, Kidderminster, Worcestershire. DY11 7HJ. England
Tel: (44) (0) 1562 741515. Fax: (44) (0) 1562 745371
Company Registration No: 2414018
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SIGNAL PROCESSING BY DEFINITION DESIGNEDFOR APUREPERFORMANCE
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Klark Teknik Group (UK) Plc
We,
of, Klark Teknik Building, Walter Nash Road, Kidderminster, Worcestershire, DY11 7HJ
Declare that a sample of the following product:-
Product Type Number Product Description Nominal Voltage (s) Current Freq
Heritage 1000 Audio Mixing Console
and dual redundant PSUs
115V AC 8A 50/60Hz 230V AC 4A
to which this declaration refers, is in conformity with the following directives and/or standards:-
Directive(s) Test Standard(s)
Generic Standard using EN55103 Limits and Methods EN50081/2 Class B Conduct Emissions EN550103 Class B Radiated Emissions EN550103 Fast Transient Bursts EN61000-4-4 Static Discharge EN61000-4-2 Basic Electrical Safety EN60204
Signed:............................
Date: 26th May, 2000
Name: David Hoare
Authority: Technical Director, Klark Teknik Group (UK) Plc
Attention! Where applicable, the attention of the specifier, purchaser, installer or user is drawn to special limitations of use which must be observed when these products are taken into service to maintain compliance with the above directives. Details of these special measures and limitations to use are available on request and are available in product manuals.
A Subsidiary of Telex communications, Inc.
ATTENTION!
The following special limitations apply to the console and must be observed in order to maintain safety and electromagnetic compatibility performance:
POWER CONNECTION
The console should only be operated with the power supply connected to ground via its mains supply connector.
CONTROL CONNECTIONS
The console should only be operated with high quality screened control cables. All connector shells should be of metal construction so that they provide a screen when they are plugged into the console. All XLR and DIN connectors should have pin 1 connected to the cable screen.
AUDIO CONNECTIONS
The console should only be operated with high quality screened twisted pair audio cables. All connector shells should be of metal construction so that they provide a screen when they are plugged into the console. All JACK connector shells should be connected to the cable screen. All XLR connectors should have pin 1 connected to the cable screen.
ELECTRIC FIELDS
If the console is operated in an electromagnetic field that is amplitude modulated by an audio frequency signal, the signal to noise ratio may be degraded. Degradation of up to 60dB may be experienced under extreme conditions (3V/m, 90% modulation).
INSTALLATION
There are a number of points to consider when installing a mixing console. Many of these points will have been addressed before the console is even unpacked but it is worth repeating them.
POSITION
The console should be located in a convenient space commensurate with the use to which the console is being put. Ideally a cool area is preferred not in close proximity to power distribution equipment or other potential sources of interference. Provision should be made for some flat surface surrounding the console to prevent people using it as a table top.
POWER
The power supply should be located as far from the console as the connecting cable will allow. It should be set for the appropriate line voltage and plugged into the mains outlet using the supplied cable.
THE POWER SUPPLY SHOULD NEVER BE OPERATED
WITH THE MAINS EARTH DISCONNECTED
Please note that the power supply contains LETHAL VOLTAGES greatly in excess of the mains voltage and that its rails can produce extremely large currents which could burn out equipment and wiring if shorted. All testing and servicing should ONLYbe carried out by qualified engineers.
HERITAGE 1000 CONNECTORS
R
BUS
IN
Input / Output XLR
Pin 1: Ground Pin 2: Hot Pin 3: Cold
RS-232
RS-232
Pin 2: Receive Data Pin 3: Transmit Data Pin 5: GND
THRU
MIDI
OUT
IN
CAN BUSS
MIDI In
Pin 2: Ground Pin 4: In+ Pin 5: In-
MIDI Thru
Pin 2: Ground Pin 4: In+ Pin 5: In-
MIDI Out
Pin 2: Ground Pin 4: In+ Pin 5: In-
Midas Can Bus
Pin 1: +18V (100mA max) Pin 2: Can low Pin 3: OV Can Pin 4: Can High Pin 5: -18V(100mA max)
Input Send / Return
Tip: Hot Ring: Cold Sleeve: Ground
CONTENTS
Midas HS1001 Mono Input Module Midas HS1004 Stereo Input Module Midas HS1011 Group Module Midas HS1012 Stereo Aux Group Midas HS1021 Master Module Midas HS1041 Matrix Module Midas HS1033 Automation Module Heritage Menu Overview V2.06 Heritage Back Panel Frame Measurements Frame layout and Measurements Heritage Overview and Statistics Heritage Technical Specifications Block Diagrams
Input Module Group Module Matrix Module Master Module Monitor Module
Input Crib Sheet
Module
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input
gain
15
treble
gain
freq
hi
mid
lo
mid
bass
insert
PRE
60 160
20
high
pass
level
PRE
level
level
level
level
PRE
level
level (pan)
PRE
level
level (pan)
PRE
level
masters
masters
masters
pan
pan to groups
disable all automation
B
25
O
5k
2k
1k
400
0.3 0.6
0.1
0.3 0.6
0.1
300
100
50
20
C
l
10
5
0
5
10
15
20
25
30 40
50
O
O
48V
PAD
EQ
0
+6
PRE
0
+6
0
+6
PREPRE
0
+6
0
+6
PRE
0
+6
0
+6
PRE
0
+6
0
+6
PRE
0
+6
ST
MONO
SIS
PAN
MUTE
SAFE
+15 +12
a
s s
I g n
10
SET
SOLO
400
r
+9 +6 +3
-25
-28
10
0
-3
-6
-9
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
35
60
10k
20k
3k
8k
2
2
Midas HS1001
800
2k
100
200
Mono Input
Module
1
on
on
2
3
on
on
4
5
on
on
6
7
on
on
8
9
on
on
input
MIDAS HS1001
1
The INPUT B switch disconnects the main XLR input from the channel and replaces it with the second (B) input. The B input is also an XLR but it is normalled through a ¼ inch jack socket which provides a input for signals which require protection against accidental 48 volt connection. All inputs can be used for Mic or Line level signals and the input B switching facility provides an easy way to activate a back up source for critical
The PHASE switch activates a 180 degrees phase change within the input amplifier.
The TREBLE (dual concentric top) control gives continuous adjustment of boost and cut from + 15dB to - 15dB with a 0dB centre detent.
The treble FREQ. (dual concentric bottom) control gives continuous adjustment of the frequency range that the treble equaliser acts on from 2K to 20K. The treble equaliser has a shelving response.
The hi mid WIDTH control gives continuous adjustment of bandwidth from 0.1 to 2 octaves with a 0.4 octave centre point.
The lo mid WIDTH control gives continuous adjustment of bandwidth from 0.1 to 2 octaves with a 0.4 octave centre point.
The BASS (dual concentric top) control gives continuous adjustment of boost and cut from + 15dB to - 15dB with a 0dB centre detent.
The bass FREQ. (dual concentric bottom) control gives continuous adjustment of the frequency range that the bass equaliser acts on from 20Hz to 200Hz. The bass equaliser has a shelving response.
The insert PRE switch arranges the input channel signal to pass through the equaliser before the insert point when activated and after the insert point when not activated.
input
B
25
gain
15
O
5k
treble
2k
gain
1k
freq
hi
400
lo
300
100
0.3 0.6
0.1
0.3 0.6
0.1
50
mid
mid
bass
20
insert
PRE
60 160
20
high
pass
48V
PAD
EQ
400
35
60
10k
20k
3k
8k
2
2 800
2k
100
200
The 48V switch connects 48 volt phantom power to both of the XLR input connectors. This is suitable for a condenser microphone or DI box.
The GAIN control gives continuous adjustment of the input amplifier gain from + 15dB to + 60dB.
The PAD switch gives 30dB of attenuation to the input signal which will allow the connection of high output microphones or line level signals. If the input amplifier is transformer coupled (option) the pad greatly reduces the risk of saturation at very low frequencies.
The hi mid FREQ. (dual concentric bottom) control gives continuous adjustment of the frequency range that the hi mid equaliser acts on from 400Hz to 8K.
The HI MID (dual concentric top) control gives continuous adjustment of boost and cut from + 15dB to - 15dB with a 0dB centre detent.
The LO MID (dual concentric top) control gives continuous adjustment of boost and cut from + 15dB to - 15dB with a 0dB centre detent.
The lo mid FREQ. (dual concentric bottom) control gives continuous adjustment of the frequency range that the lo mid equaliser acts on from 100Hz to 2K.
The EQ switch connects the equaliser in the input channel signal path.
The HI PASS filter control is continuously adjustable from 20Hz to 400Hz.
The HI PASS switch connects the filter in the input channel signal path before the insert point and equaliser.
2
0
The aux PRE switches change the signal sent to the aux busses from post fader to pre fader.
Aux 7,8,9 and 10 can be configured as stereo level and pan if required by pressing the stereo switch on the appropriate group modules.
level
level
level
level
level
level
level
(pan)
PRE
PRE
+6
PRE
0
+6
0
+6
PREPRE
0
+6
0
+6
PRE
0
+6
0
+6
1
on
on
2
3
on
on
4
5
on
on
6
7
on
The AUX controls (1 to 10) give continuous adjustment of the level sent from the input channel to the aux busses. The level adjustment is from + 6dB to off.
Aux send ON/OFF switching is achieved using the console assignment system. A LED next to each aux pot provides indication of status. The assignments may also be stored as part of a snapshot scene. Use of a matrix module in conjunction with the assignment system can provide a useful means to automatically recall alternate feed levels to effects processors from the module.
level
level
(pan)
level
PRE
PRE
PRE
on
0
When configured as stereo auxes only
8
+6
0
the right switches are active.
9
+6
on
PRE
on
0
10
+6
3
masters
The ST switch connects the post fader channel signal to the master stereo bus
ST
The PAN defaults to control the channel placement within the master stereo mix and has a constant power law. i.e. - 3dB at the centre position.
The PAN to groups switch changes all group bus assignments to operate via the stereo pan pot.
The recessed AUTOMATION DISABLE switch sets the module to a default routing state with all aux sends ON and all audio group and VCA group assignments OFF. The switch is not intended for normal console operation and it should only be used in the event of local automation failure.
The SAFE switch removes the entire input channel from automute and snapshot automation control. Assignment of audio and VCA buses will continue to operate in the normal way as will VCA master control. This is particularly useful if a guest artist is introduced on a channel that would normally be used for another function.
The SET switch is used to programme the channel AUX, VCA, MUTE and AUDIO assignment. The central controller MODE switches and ASSIGN keys select the desired assignment function and the SET switch toggles the channel on and off with each alternate press.
masters
masters
MONO
SIS
C
pan
l
pan to groups
disable all
automation
r
PAN
MUTE
SAFE
10
+15 +12
+9 +6 +3
0
5
-3
-6
-9
-25
0
-28
5
1
2
3
10
a
4
s
15
20
25
5
s
I
6
g
7
n
8
9
30
10
40 50
O
O
SET
SOLO
input
MIDAS HS1001
4
The MONO switch connects the post fader channel signal to the mono master bus.
The SIS switch enables the spatial imaging system which operates in conjunction with the pan control to produce a left, centre, right mix. It also acts as a left, centre, right master bus enable overriding any stereo and mono master bus assignments.
The MUTE switch mutes the input channel at all points after the insert send. The switch can be controlled from snapshot automation and by automute scenes.
The METER monitors the peak signal level of the pre fader input channel.
The FADER gives continuous adjustment of the input channel level from + 10dB to off.
The ASSIGN LEDs are used to show the status of the AUX, VCA, MUTE and AUDIO group assignments. The central controller MODE switches toggle through the four available states.
The SOLO switch sends the input channel signal to the PFL mono and AFL stereo busses. If the switch is pressed for a short time it will latch on or off, but, if it is held on for more than 1 second the latching is disabled and when the switch is released the channel solo will turn off. As a default the solo system is auto cancelling so each new solo cancels the last. The SOLO ADD mode switch on the master module defeats the auto cancelling and allows multiple channel monitoring. In this mode input solos have priority over outputs and will temporarily override any active output solos. If the master module SOLO SIS is enabled the solo buses will switch to LCR operation.
left
25 35
gain
15
right
treble
5k
1k
freq
hi-mid
4002k8k
freq
lo-mid
500
100 2k
freq
bass
100
20
freq
high pass
level
level
level
level
level
level
level
level
level
level
masters
masters
to
both
bal
O
O
20k
15
400
60 160
20
PRE
c
l
PRE
c
l
PRE
c
l
PRE
c
l
PRE
c
l
C
15
48V
PAD
HI Q
HI Q
EQEQ
0
+6
PRE
0
0
+6
PRE
0
0
+6
PRE
0
0
+6
PRE
0
0
+6
PRE
0
ST
MONO
RIGHTLEFT
60
0
0
0
0
400
r
r
r
r
10
r
left
right
1515
1515
Midas HS1004
15
15
Stereo Input
Module
1
on
on
2
3
on
on
4
5
on
on
6
7
on
on
8
9
on
on
l
r
pan to
PAN
groups
MUTE
auto
disable
SAFE
10
+18 +15 +12
+9 +6 +3
5
0
-3
-6
-9
-25
0
1
5
2
3
a
4
s
10
5
s
15
I
6
g
7
20
n
8
9
25
10
30
SET
40 50
O
O
SOLO
stereo input
MIDAS HS1004
5
The 48V switch connects 48 volt phantom power to both of the XLR input connectors. This is suitable for a condenser microphone or DI box.
The left PHASE switch activates a 180 degrees phase change within the left input amplifier.
The right PHASE switch activates a 180 degrees phase change within the right input amplifier.
The TREBLE control gives continuous adjustment of boost and cut from +15dB to - 15dB.
The treble FREQ control gives continuous adjustment of the frequency range that the treble equaliser acts on from 1K to 20K.
The hi mid FREQ control gives continuous adjustment of the frequency range that the hi mid equaliser acts on from 400Hz to 8K.
The lo mid FREQ control gives continuous adjustment of the frequency range that the lo mid equaliser acts on from 100Hz to 2K.
The bass FREQ control gives continuous adjustment of the frequency range that the bass equaliser acts on from 20Hz to 400Hz.
left
25 35
gain
15
right
treble
5k
20k
1k
freq
hi-mid
2k
400
freq
lo-mid
500
100 2k
freq
bass
100
20
freq
O
O
8k
400
15
15
48V
60
PAD
HI Q
HI Q
EQEQ
0
0
0
0
left
right
1515
1515
15
15
The dual concentric GAIN control gives continuous and independent adjustment of the input amplifier gains from + 15dB to + 60dB. The left channel is on top and the right channel is on the bottom.
The PAD switch gives 30dB of attenuation to the input signal which will allow the connection of high output microphones or line level signals. If the input amplifier is transformer coupled (option) the pad greatly reduces the risk of saturation at very low frequencies.
The HI MID control gives continuous adjustment of boost and cut from + 15dB to - 15dB.
The HI Q control changes the bandwidth of the mid equaliser from
1.5 octave to 0.5 octave.
The LO MID control gives continuous adjustment of boost and cut from + 15dB to - 15dB.
The HI Q control changes the bandwidth of the mid equaliser from
1.5 octave to 0.5 octave.
The BASS control gives continuous adjustment of boost and cut from + 15dB to - 15dB.
The left and right EQ switches connect the equaliser into the input channel signal paths.
The left and right HI PASS switches connect the filters in the input channel signal path before the insert points.
high
pass
60 160
20
400
6
The HI PASS filter control is continuously adjustable from 20Hz to 400Hz.
The aux PRE switches change the signal sent to the aux busses from post fader to pre fader.
level
level
level
level
level
PRE
l
PRE
l
0
1
+6
on
PRE
c
on
0
2
r
0
The AUX controls (1 to 10) give continuous adjustment of the level sent from the input channel to the aux busses. The level adjustment is from + 6dB to off. All aux signals default as a mono sum of the left and right channel but aux 7,8,9 and 10 can also be configured in stereo if required by pressing the stereo switch on the appropriate group modules.
3
+6
on
PRE
c
on
0
4
r
0
Aux send ON/OFF switching is achieved using the console assignment system. A LED next to each aux pot provides indication of status. The assignments may also be stored as part of a snapshot scene.
level
level
level
level
PRE
l
PRE
l
5
+6
on
PRE
c
on
0
6
r
0
7
+6
on
PRE
c
on
0
8
r
0
level
PRE
l
c
7
+6
PRE
0
10
r
9
on
on
The LEFT TO BOTH switch takes the left input and routes it to all left and right outputs; cutting the right input signal.
The RIGHT TO BOTH switch takes the right input and routes it to all left and right outputs; cutting the left input signal. Pressing both of the above
The BALANCE (pan) control is used to balance the relative levels of the left and right channel signals that are sent to the master stereo mix. The control has a constant power law, i.e. 0dB at the centre position and + 3dB or off at either extreme setting.
The recessed AUTOMATION DISABLE switch sets the module to a default routing state with all aux sends ON and all audio group and VCA group assignments OFF. The switch is not intended for normal console operation and it should only be used in the event of local automation failure.
The SAFE switch removes the entire input channel from automute and snapshot automation control. Assignment of audio and VCA buses will continue to operate in the normal way as will VCA master control. This is particularly useful if a guest artist is introduced on a channel that would normally be used for another function.
The SET switch is used to programme the channel AUX, VCA, MUTE and AUDIO assignment. The central controller MODE switches and ASSIGN keys select the desired assignment function and the SET switch toggles the channel on and off with each alternate press.
masters
masters
to
both
ST
MONO
RIGHTLEFT
C
bal
l
pan to
groups
10
5
0
r
PAN
MUTE
auto
disable
SAFE
+18 +15 +12
+9 +6
+3
0
-3
-6
-9
-25
1
5
2
3
a
4
s
10
15
20
25
5
s
I
6
g
7
n
8
9
10
30
SET
40 50
O
O
SOLO
stereo input
MIDAS HS1004
The ST switch connects the post fader channel signal to the master stereo bus via the bal control.
The MONO switch connects the post fader channel signal to the mono master bus.
The PAN to groups switch changes all group bus assignments to operate via the stereo balance control. When the switch is off the group assignments remain in stereo but without the balance trim facility.
The MUTE switch mutes the input channel at all points after the insert send. The switch can be controlled from snapshot automation and by automute scenes.
The METER monitors the peak signal level of the pre fader input channel.
The FADER gives continuous adjustment of the input channel level from +10dB to off.
The ASSIGN LEDs are used to show the status of the AUX, VCA, MUTE and AUDIO group assignments. The central controller MODE switches toggle through the four available states.
The SOLO switch sends the input channel signal to the PFL mono and AFL stereo busses. If the switch is pressed for a short time it will latch on or off, but, if it is held on for more than 1 second the latching is disabled and when the switch is released the channel solo will turn off. As a default the solo system is auto cancelling so each new solo cancels the last. The SOLO ADD mode switch on the master module defeats the auto cancelling and allows multiple channel monitoring. In this mode input solos have priority over outputs and will temporarily override any active output solos.
8
meter
aux
select
reverse
group
fader swap
master
master
master
panpan
auxiliary
master
aux
level
+21 +18 +15 +12
+9 +6 +3
0
-3
-6
-9
-12
-15
-18
-21
-24
-27
-30
-33
-36
bus
peak
9
MIDAS HS1011
TALK
O
Group Module
MUTE
SAFE
0
+10
SOLO
9
ST
MONO
SIS
C
group
groupgroup
aux
aux
aux
vca
l
disable
r
MUTE
SAFE
10
5
0
5
10
15
20
25 30
40 50
o
o
SOLO
MUTE
auto
SAFE
10
5
0
5
10
15
20
25 30
40 50
o
o
group
MIDAS HS1011
9
The TALK switch connect the master module talkback systems to the individual aux send busses. The master module can route it's oscillator, pink noise, external input or talk mic.
meter
aux
auxiliary
master
select
reverse
+21
+18 +15 +12
+9 +6
+3
-12
-15
-18
-21
-24
-27
-30
-33
-36
bus
peak
9
TALK
O
-3
-6
-9
0
The METER monitors the peak signal level of the post fader sub group outputs and the BUS PEAK LED indicates that signals are near clipping on the sub group bus (pre insert signals).
The METER TO AUX switch moves the meter and peak LED to monitor aux signals in place of the sub group signals.
The PHASE switch activates a 180 degrees phase change within the post fader aux signal path. This will effect the post fader feeds to the matrix as well as the main aux outputs.
The aux LEVEL control gives continuos adjustment of output levels from +10dB to off.
The FADER SWAP switch swaps the group output faders and aux master rotary controls along with their solo and mute switches. Connections for inserts and XLR outputs are unaffected.
aux
group
level
fader swap
MUTE
SAFE
SOLO
10
0
+10
9
The MUTE switch mutes the aux post
. level control signals. The switch can be
controlled from snapshot automation.
The SAFE switch removes the aux mute from snapshot automation control.
The SOLO switch sends the aux signal to the PFL mono and AFL stereo busses. If the switch is pressed for a short time it will latch on or off, but, if it is held on for more than 1 second the latching is disabled and when the switch is released the channel solo will turn off. As a default the solo system is auto cancelling so each new solo cancels the last. The SOLO ADD mode switch on the master module defeats the auto cancelling and allows multiple channel monitoring. In this mode input solos have priority over outputs and will temporarily override any active output solos.
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