Phonic Studio Wizard User manual
STUDIO WIZARD
Studio Monitor Controller
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects |
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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 
area during the operation so that the mains switch can be easily accessible.
1.Read these instructions before operating this apparatus.
2.Keep these instructions for future reference.
3.Heed all warnings to ensure safe operation.
4.Follow all instructions provided in this document.
5.Do not use this apparatus near water or in locations where condensation may occur.
6.Clean only with dry cloth. Do not use aerosol or liquid cleaners. Unplug this apparatus before cleaning.
7.Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8.Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including 
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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 is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not 
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 plug, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11.Only use attachments/accessories 
by the manufacturer.
12.Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table 
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 tipover.
13.Unplug this apparatus during lighting storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14.Refer all servicing to 
service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been 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.
CAUTION |
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK |
DO NOT OPEN |
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, |
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) |
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE |
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL |
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’ 
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.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those 
may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
STUDIO WIZARD
Studio Monitor Controller
INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................ |
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FEATURES........................................................................................................................................ |
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QUICK SETUP............................................................................................................................... |
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Initial Setup.............................................................................................................................. |
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Level Setting............................................................................................................................ |
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Signal Routing......................................................................................................................... |
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MAIN UNIT..................................................................................................................................... |
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Front Panel.............................................................................................................................. |
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Rear Panel............................................................................................................................... |
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REMOTE UNIT.............................................................................................................................. |
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Front Panel.............................................................................................................................. |
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TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................. |
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APPLICATIONS........................................................................................................................... |
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SPECIFICATIONS....................................................................................................................... |
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DIMENSIONS.............................................................................................................................. |
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BLOCK DIAGRAM.................................................................................................................... |
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Phonic preserves the right to improve or alter any information within this document without prior notice. V1.4 FEB 05,2008
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for your purchase of the Phonic Studio Wizard, the perfect device for complementing your DAW setup. The possibilities are endless with the Studio Wizard, as you can accept multiple audio signals and send them to any number of destinations – all through the touch of a few simple buttons. Digital or analog, the Studio Wizard can accommodate any device, and will unquestionably enhance your set up regardless of your requirements.
This manual was designed to make your life a whole lot easier. It is highly recommended that you take a thorough read of it before attempting to operate the Studio Wizard. Doing so will not only make you quite familiar with the Studio Wizard’s functions, but also help familiarize yourself with the many dos and don’ts of the product. After reading, store the manual in an easy to access place for future reference – as there will no doubt be something you missed the first time around.
FEATURES
Digital convenient routine volume control for precise level adjustments
Switch amongst 3 sets of studio monitors
Built-in Talkback microphone for easy communication with musicians
Talkback assignable to studio, record, or alternative outputs.
Monitor 6 independent Stereo inputs including one for your DAW Mix / broadcast / mastering
Six stereo inputs (2 digital and 4 analog)
Sum button allows multiple inputs to be conveniently selected and routed to outputs
Dual Headphone outputs with independent volume controls and headphone mix bus
Automatic fade in and fade out for handsfree fading
Tone generator: 100 Hz, 1 kHz, 10 kHz sine waves and pink noise
Independent left and right cut buttons and stereo to mono button
Microphone jacks for connecting external microphones for talkback
High-end studio sound quality and robust construction
Accurate dual 20-segment LED meter for monitoring
Accurate 11-segment LED meter for phase monitoring
Front panel headphone jacks with separate volume control
All stereo outputs have independent input sources
STUDIO WIZARD
QUICK SETUP
Initial Setup
1.Turn all power to the Studio Wizard off. To fully ensure this, disconnect the AC cable.
2.Connect the Studio Wizard remote unit to the main unit using the supplied RJ-45 cable.
3.Connect your desired inputs to the Analog Inputs on the rear of the main unit.
4.If you have any products with S/PDIF or AES/EBU capabilities, you can connect the product’s S/PDIF output to the Studio Wizard’s S/PDIF or AES inputs.
5.Depending on your requirements, you may wish to connect monitors to each of the Studio Wizard’s outputs, or you may wish to connect an amplifier and speakers; it’s really up to you.
6.Connect any suitable recording devices (tape recorders, or even laptop computers) to the Record outputs of the Studio Wizard.
7.Plug the supplied AC power cable into the AC power connector on the main unit, and the other end into a suitable AC power source.
Level Setting
1.With all your inputs and outputs connected to the Studio Wizard, turn the unit on.
2.Turn the level control knobs in the Studio Select section to the 0 position (indicated in the numeric display).
3.Send a signal into any of the 6 digital and analog inputs (similar to the input that will usually be fed into that input), and feed that input through to the currently selected output and speaker (check signal routing, if a problem occurs).
4.Adjust the trim control of the corresponding input, on the front of the Studio Wizard’s main unit, so that the signal level sits around or slightly above the 0 mark on the remote unit’s trim control.
5.Now go and repeat the process with other inputs. This should give you the best use of audio from each input.
Signal Routing
1.Choose the output you wish to route any signal to from the Studio Select area of the remote unit. This could include the Record 1 and 2, Studio 1 and 2, and Head Phone 1 and 2 outputs. In this example, let’s say you want to route the signal to the Record 1 outputs. Hold the Rec 1 button down for a couple of seconds to enter Group Settings Mode.
2.The LEDs in the Input Select buttons section should start flashing red. Press any of these buttons to stop the LED flashing and affectively remove it from your Group Setting.
3.Press the Rec 1 button again to exit Group Setting mode.
4.In the Input Select section, the LEDs of the inputs removed from your Group Setting should be off. The others should be red, with exception to the signal that is currently sent to the Record 1 output, which should be blue. You can push any of the other Input Select buttons with red LEDs to send that signal instead, if you’d rather.
5.To send all of the inputs from your Group Setting to the Record 1 output, you can now press the Sum button. All the red LEDs should then turn blue, and all the corresponding signals should be routed to the Record 1 output.
STUDIO WIZARD
Main Unit
The main unit of the Studio Wizard can be placed in a typical audio rack with the rest of your gear
(amplifiers, equalizers, etc). On this unit you will find all of the Studio Wizards inputs and outputs, as well as trim controls ensuring that audio levels of the different inputs (and outputs) are not excessive. In any permanent set up, you may be able to plug your inputs and outputs into the Studio Wizard’s main unit and leave it alone from then on – all control over your audio can be achieved through the remote unit.
FRONT PANEL
1.Talkback Select Switch
This three-position switch allows users to select the built-in talkback microphone (or microphones) they most wish to use: the internal, the external, or both – simultaneously.
The internal microphone is located on the tabletop remote controller, whereas the external can be connected to the talkback mic input just to the right of this switch.
2.Talkback Phantom Power Button
Press this button to activate +48VDC of phantom power for the external talkback microphone connected to the Studio Wizard. Use phantom power when a condenser microphone (that requires a +48V boost) is connected to the talkback microphone input. When phantom power is active, the small LED inside the button lights up.
3.Talkback Microphone Input
This XLR-type input accepts balanced mic-level signals from most dynamic and condenser microphones and is used it to connect an external talkback microphone. Phantom power should be activated when using condenser microphones.
4.Stereo 4 Inputs (RCA)
These RCA inputs accept unbalanced line-level signals from CD players, tape decks and other consumer audio devices.
5.Internal and External Talkback Controls
These two recessed trim level controls adjust the gain level of the internal and external talkback microphones.
6.Stereo Input Trim Controls
These recessed trim level controls adjust the gain level of the four stereo analog inputs. Use a small flathead screwdriver or similar tool to adjust the levels. Turning these controls all the way to the left will affectively mute the signal.
7.Tone Generator
The tone generator produces a continuous test signal (tone) for use with real-time spectrum analyzers when setting up the audio system. Push the included button to toggle through the test signals in the following order: 100 Hz 1 kHz 10 kHz Pink Noise. When a test tone is active, it will be indicated by a small LED next to the corresponding tone name. Push the Tone Generator button on the remote unit to activate the Tone Generator.
8.Speaker Trim Controls
These recessed trim level controls are used to individually adjust the output level sent to each set of speakers – the main, alternate, and mini.
HINT: Use a small flathead screwdriver or even your fingernail to adjust the levels on recessed level controls.
9.Headphone Out 2
This 1/4" TRS output sends a stereo signal, ideal for use with headphones when monitoring.
10.Remote Active Indicator
This LED indicator illuminates when the tabletop remote control unit is connected.
11.Power Switch
This switch turns the power of the unit on and off. When the unit is activated, the button will illuminate blue.
STUDIO WIZARD
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