Nilfisk GHIBLI 16FX, GHIBLI 16 User Manual

User's Manual

GHIBLI 16/
GHIBLI 16FX

16-CHANNEL MIXING

CONSOLE/WITH

DIGITAL EFFECTS

R

LTO

www.altoproaudio.com

Version 1.2 September 2006

English

SAFETY RELATED SYMBOLS

CAUTION

RISK OFELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOTOPEN

This symbol, wherever used, alerts you to the pre­sence of un-insulated and dangerous voltages with­in the product enclosure. These are voltages that
may be sufficient to constitute the risk of electric
shock or death.

This symbol, wherever used, alerts you to impo­rtant operating and maintenance instructions.
Please read.

Fuse

To prevent fire and damage to the product, use only
the recommended fuse type as indicated in this
manual. Do not short-circuit the fuse holder. Before
replacing the fuse, make sure that the product is
OFF and disconnected from the AC outlet.

Protective Ground

Before turning the product ON, make sure that it is
connected to Ground. This is to prevent the risk of
electric shock.

Never cut internal or external Ground wires. Likewise,
never remove Ground wiring from the Protective
Ground Terminal.

Protective Ground Terminal

AC mains (Alternating Current)

Hazardous Live Terminal

ON: Denotes the product is turned on.

OFF: Denotes the product is turned off.

WARNING

Describes precautions that should be observed to
prevent the possibility of death or injury to the user.

CAUTION

Describes precautions that should be observed to
prevent damage to the product.

Disposing of this product should not be
placed in municipal waste and should be
Separate collection.

WARNING

Power Supply

Ensure that the mains source voltage (AC outlet)
matches the voltage rating of the product. Failure
to do so could result in damage to the product and
possibly the user.

Unplug the product before electrical storms occur
and when unused for long periods of time to reduce
the risk of electric shock or fire.

External Connection

Always use proper ready-made insulated mains
cabling (power cord). Failure to do so could result
in shock/death or fire. If in doubt, seek advice from
a registered electrician.

Do Not Remove Any Covers

Within the product are areas where high voltages
may present. To reduce the risk of electric shock do
not remove any covers unless the AC mains power
cord is removed.

Covers should be removed by qualified service
personnel only.

No user serviceable parts inside.

Operating Conditions

Always install in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.

To avoid the risk of electric shock and damage, do
not subject this product to any liquid/rain or moisture.
Do not use this product when in close proximity to
water.

Do not install this product near any direct heat source.

Do not block areas of ventilation. Failure to do so
could result in fire.

Keep product away from naked flames.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read these instructions

Follow all instructions

Keep these instructions. Do not discard.

Heed all warnings.

Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.

Power Cord and Plug

Do not tamper with the power cord or plug. These are
designed for your safety.

Do not remove Ground connections!

If the plug does not fit your AC outlet seek advice from
a qualified electrician.

Protect the power cord and plug from any physical
stress to avoid risk of electric shock.

Do not place heavy objects on the power cord. This
could cause electric shock or fire.

Cleaning

When required, either blow off dust from the product
or use a dry cloth.

Do not use any solvents such as Benzol or Alcohol.
For safety, keep product clean and free from dust.

Servicing

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel only.

Do not perform any servicing other than those instruc­tions contained within the User's Manual.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION...........................................................................................................................................3

2. FEATURES...................................................................................................................................................3

3. READY TO START.......................................................................................................................................3

4. CONTROL ELEMENTS...............................................................................................................................4

5. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION........................................................................................................10

6 .............................................................................................................................................13. PRESET LIST

7 ...................................................................................................................14. SYSTEM BLOCK DIAGRAMS

8 ...................................................................................................................16. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

9. WARRANTY................................................................................................................................................17

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1. INTRODUCTION

Thank you very much for expressing your confidence in LTO products by purchasing GHIBLI 16(FX) 16-Channel Mixing
Console. You will get the smooth, accurate more natural and open sound from this apparatus, and it is really ideal for small
gigs, recording and fixed PA installations. The GHIBLI 16(FX) is packed with features that can not be found in other con
soles of its size: 4 mono (these are provided with ultra low noise microphone preamplifiers and Phantom Power at +18 Volt)
and 4 stereo input channels, and each mono channel with 3 bands EQ + Mid Frequency sweep and MUTE function; highly
accurate 4-segment bar graph meters; built-in high efficiency digital effects processor for GHIBLI 16FX only;

Your GHIBLI 16(FX) is very easy to operate but we advise you to go through each section of this manual carefully. In this
way you will get the best out of your GHIBLI 16(FX).

2. FEATURES

The GHIBLI 16(FX) 16-Channel Mixing Console is designed for professional application. It provides the following features:

Mono channels with 3 bands EQ + Mid Frequency sweep and MUTE function.
TUBE SOUND COMPRESSOR on the MIC1-4 channels + De-esser function.
Insert function for all mono channels.
Surround processor with center and surround out + Stereo Bass Enhancer.
Extremely high headroom offering more dynamic range
Balanced ultra low noise microphone inputs with "HIGH END PREAMP"
Suitable for live, studio and home applications
2 AUX Control per mono channel for internal/external effects and monitoring
High-quality, low tolerance components for highest results.
Rugged construction ensures long life and durability
External power supply design for professional applications.

3. READY TO START

3.1 There is a small black box provided with your GHIBLI 16(FX). This is the specific 18V AC input adapter. Connect
the proper terminal into your GHIBLI 16(FX) and the adapter into an AC socket.

3.2 Be sure that the main power switch is turned off before connecting the mixer to the AC socket. Also, You should
make sure that all input and output controls are turned down before connecting the AC adapter. This will avoid
damage to your speakers and avoid excessive noise.

3.3 You shall turn on the mixer BEFORE the power amplifier and turn the mixer off AFTER the power amplifier once
you have finished your working session.

3.4 Before disconnecting the GHIBLI 16(FX) always turn off the power switch.

3.5 Do not use solvents to clean your GHIBLI 16(FX). A dry and clean cloth will be OK.

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4. CONTROL ELEMENTS

GHIBLI 16

MIC 1MIC 1 MIC 2MIC 2

12

3

3

12

MIC 3MIC 3

3

MIC 4MIC 4

12

3

MIC IN (BAL) MIC IN (BAL) MIC IN (BAL) MIC IN (BAL)

LINE IN (UNBAL) LINE IN (UNBAL) LINE IN (UNBAL) LINE IN (UNBAL)

INSERTINSERTINSERTINSERT

LOW CUT

100Hz

OFF

BYPASS COMP DE-ES

HARD

OFF

SOFT

BYPASS COMP DE-ES BYPASS COMP DE-ES BYPASS COMP DE-ES

LOW CUT

HARD

100Hz

SOFT

OFF

LOW CUT

HARD

100Hz

SOFT

OFF

GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN

CLIP CLIP CLIP CLIP

MIC

LINE

0

-2050+30

0dB

0

MIC

0dB 0dB 0dB 0dB

-2050+30

LINE

HIGH

15KHz

0dB

HIGH

15KHz

MIC

LINE

0

-2050+30

0dB

HIGH

15KHz

MIC

LINE

0

-2050+30

0dB

CH5 LEFT IN (MONO)

12

CH6 RIGHT IN

CH9-10 IN (LEFT) CH13-14 IN (LEFT)

CH12-11 IN (RIGHT) CH16-15 IN (RIGHT)

LOW CUT

HARD

100Hz

SOFT

HIGH

15KHz

CH7 LEFT IN (MONO)

CH8 RIGHT IN

CENTER &

SURROUND OUT

AUX1 OUT

AUX2 OUT

PHONES

LTO

GHIBLI 16

16-CHANNEL MIXING CONSOLE

LEFT

BALANCED +4dBu

BALANCED +4dBu

OUT

RIGHT

OUT

R

+15-15

0dB

MID MID MID MID

+15-15

1KHz

MID

freq

Hz

600

5K

0dB

LOW

80Hz

+15-15

0dB

AUX1

pre

8

-

+10

0dB

AUX2

post

8

-

+10

center

PAN PAN PAN PAN

RightLeft

CH
ON

MUTE MUTE MUTE MUTE

0dB

LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL

8

-

+10

1

+15-15

0dB

+15-15

1KHz

MID

freq

Hz

600

5K

0dB

LOW

80Hz

+15-15

0dB

AUX1

pre

8

-

+10

0dB

AUX2

post

8

-

+10

center

RightLeft

CH
ON

0dB

8

-

+10

2

+15-15

0dB

+15-15

1KHz

MID

freq

Hz

600

5K

0dB

LOW

80Hz

+15-15

0dB

AUX1

pre

8

-

+10

0dB

AUX2

post

8

-

+10

center

RightLeft

CH
ON

0dB

8

-

+10

3

+15-15

0dB

+15-15

1KHz

MID

freq

Hz

OPERATING

600

5K

0dB

LOW

80Hz

+15-15

0dB

AUX1

pre

8

-

+10

0dB

AUX2

post

8

-

+10

center

RightLeft

CH
ON

0dB

8

-

+10

4

0dB

8

-

PHONES

LEFT

RIGHT

MAIN MIX LEVELMAIN MIX LEVEL

+10

-20 100-10

BASS ENHANCERBASS ENHANCER

BYPASS ON

0dB

AUX1

pre

8

-

+10

center

PAN PAN

Right

Left

0dB

LEVEL LEVEL

8

-

+10

5-6

0dB

AUX1

pre

8

-

+10

0dB

LEVEL LEVEL

8

-

+10

9-12

-

Left

-

-

-

0dB

8

center

0dB

8

7-8

0dB

8

0dB

8

13-16

+10

Right

+10

+10

+10

AUX1

pre

AUX1

pre

4

GHIBLI 16FX

MIC 1MIC 1 MIC 2MIC 2

12

3

3

12

MIC 3MIC 3

3

MIC 4MIC 4

12

3

MIC IN (BAL) MIC IN (BAL) MIC IN (BAL) MIC IN (BAL)

LINE IN (UNBAL) LINE IN (UNBAL) LINE IN (UNBAL) LINE IN (UNBAL)

INSERTINSERTINSERTINSERT

LOW CUT

100Hz

OFF

BYPASS COMP DE-ES

HARD

OFF

SOFT

BYPASS COMP DE-ES BYPASS COMP DE-ES BYPASS COMP DE-ES

LOW CUT

HARD

100Hz

SOFT

OFF

LOW CUT

HARD

100Hz

SOFT

OFF

GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN

CLIP CLIP CLIP CLIP

MIC

LINE

0

-2050+30

0dB

0dB

+15-15

0

MIC

0dB 0dB 0dB 0dB

-2050+30

LINE

HIGH

15KHz

MID MID MID MID

0dB

0dB

+15-15

HIGH

15KHz

MIC

LINE

0

-2050+30

0dB

0dB

+15-15

HIGH

15KHz

MIC

LINE

0

-2050+30

0dB

0dB

12

LOW CUT

100Hz

+15-15

HARD

SOFT

HIGH

15KHz

CH5 LEFT IN (MONO)

CH6 RIGHT IN

CH9-10 IN (LEFT) CH13-14 IN (LEFT)

CH12-11 IN (RIGHT) CH16-15 IN (RIGHT)

CH7 LEFT IN (MONO)

CH8 RIGHT IN

1

16

2

15

14

13

12

11

8

10

9

PRESETS

8

-

+10

FX LEVEL

3

4

5

6

7

CENTER &

SURROUND OUT

AUX1 OUT

AUX2 OUT

PHONES

1
2
3
4
5
8

9
12
13
16

8

-

REVERB LEVEL

GHIBLI 16

VIBRAFLANGE
FUNKY
ROCKABILLY
BIGSTAGE

VIBRATO

FLANGER

CHORUS

+10

LTO

16-CHANNEL MIXING CONSOLE

WITH DIGITAL EFFECTS

BALANCED +4dBu

BALANCED +4dBu

FX

LEFT

OUT

RIGHT

OUT

PEAK

R

+15-15

1KHz

MID

freq

Hz

600

5K

0dB

LOW

80Hz

+15-15

0dB

AUX1

pre

8

-

+10

0dB

D
F
X

-

CH
ON

-

AUX2

post

8

+10

center

PAN PAN PAN PAN

RightLeft

MUTE MUTE MUTE MUTE

0dB

LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL

8

+10

1

+15-15

1KHz

MID

freq

Hz

600

5K

0dB

LOW

80Hz

+15-15

0dB

AUX1

pre

8

-

+10

0dB

8

center

8

0dB

RightLeft

+10

+10

AUX2

post

D
F
X

-

CH
ON

-

2

+15-15

1KHz

MID

freq

Hz

600

5K

0dB

LOW

80Hz

+15-15

0dB

AUX1

pre

8

-

+10

0dB

8

center

8

0dB

AUX2

post

+10

RightLeft

+10

D
F
X

-

CH
ON

-

3

+15-15

1KHz

MID

freq

Hz

OPERATING

600

5K

0dB

LOW

80Hz

+15-15

0dB

AUX1

pre

8

-

+10

0dB

8

center

8

0dB

+10

RightLeft

+10

AUX2

post

D
F
X

-

CH
ON

-

4

0dB

8

-

PHONES

LEFT

RIGHT

MAIN MIX LEVELMAIN MIX LEVEL

+10

-20 100-10

BASS ENHANCERBASS ENHANCER

BYPASS ON

0dB

AUX1

pre

8

-

+10

center

PAN PAN

Right

Left

0dB

LEVEL LEVEL

8

-

+10

5-6

0dB

AUX1

pre

8

-

+10

0dB

LEVEL LEVEL

8

-

+10

9-12

-

Left

-

-

-

0dB

8

center

0dB

8

7-8

0dB

8

0dB

8

13-16

+10

Right

+10

+10

+10

AUX1

pre

AUX1

pre

5