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User Guide v1.0
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INFORMATION
IMPORTANT
Please read this manual carefully before using your mixer for the first time.
This equipment complies with the EMC directive 2004/30/EU and LVD 2014/35/EU
This product is approved to safety standards:
EN 60950-1:2006 + A11:2009 + A1:2010 + A12:2011 + A2:2013
And EMC standards
EN55032:2012+AC:2013
EN55103-2:2009
EN61000-3-3: 2013
EN61000-3-2: 2014
Warning: Any modification or changes made to this device, unless explicitly approved by Harman, will invalidate the authorisation of this device. Operation of an unauthorised device is prohibited under Section 302 of the Communications act of 1934, as amended, and Subpart 1 of Part 2 of Chapter 47 of the Code of Federal Regulations.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
*Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
*Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
*Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
*Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For further details contact:
Harman Professional Inc, 8500 Balboa Blvd. Northridge,CA 91329 USA email: soundcraft@harman.com
© Harman International Industries Ltd. 2017 All rights reserved
Parts of the design of this product may be protected by worldwide patents. Part No. 5076585 USA, 5076586 EU, 5085429 AU
Rev 1.0
E&OE January 2017
Soundcraft is a trading division of Harman International Industries Ltd. Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of the vendor. Soundcraft shall not be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever arising from the use of information or any error contained in this manual. No part of this manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, electrical, mechanical, optical, chemical, including photocopying and recording, for any purpose without the express written permission of Soundcraft.
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Ui24R User Manual
CONTENTS
1.0 AN INTRODUCTION TO Ui
1.1: Safety
1.2: Warranty
1.3: Specifications
2.0: GETTING STARTED
2.1: System Overview
2.2: Hardware I/O & Control
2.3: Input Channel Routing
2.4: Getting Connected
3.0: SOFTWARE CONTROL
3.0.1: Updates & Requirements
3.0.2: Reset The Mixer
3.1: Software Navigation
3.1.1: Control / Gesture Summary
3.2: Tablet Navigation
3.2.1: Keyboard Control
3.3: Tablet Screens
3.4: Phone Navigation
3.5: Phone Screens
4.0: MIXER CHANNELS
4.0.1: Channel Strip
4.0.2: Ui Side Panel
4.1: Input Gain Page
4.2: Input Mix Page
4.2.1: Input Sub Menu
4.2.2: VCA Groups
4.2.3: Matrix
4.2.4: Meters
4.3: Aux Sends
4.3.1: Aux Master
4.4: FX Sends
4.5: Sub Group Master
4.5.1: View/Mute Groups
4.6: Master Channel
4.6.1: Master Channel Sub-Menu
CONTENTS
5.0: CHANNEL EDIT
5.1: DigiTech
5.2: Parametric EQ
5.3: Graphic EQ
5.3.1 AFS2 - Feedback Elimination
5.4:1: Gate
5.4.2: Compressor
5.5: Aux / FX Sends
5.6: Patching
6.0: MIX FEATURES
6.1: View & Mute Groups
6.2: MOREME
7.0: LEXICON FX EDIT
7.1: Reverb
7.2: Delay
7.3: Chorus
7.4: Effects Screen
8.0: SHOWS & SNAPSHOTS
9.0: MEDIA PLAYER & RECORDER
9.0.1: Multitrack Playback & Recording
9.0.2: USB Playback & Recording
10.0: SETTINGS
10.1: Network Configuration
10.1.1: Hotspot Settings
10.1.2: Wi-Fi Settings
10.1.3: LAN Settings
10.1.4: Access control
APPENDIX 01: Troubleshooting: No Sound?
APPENDIX 02: Troubleshooting: System FAQ
For clarity, this manual uses section references rather than page numbers. In some instances, one section reference may extend to several pages.
CONTENTS
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INTRODUCTION TO Ui
The Ui Series mixers feature cross-platform compatibility with iOS, Android, Windows, Mac OS, and Linux devices, and can use up to 10 control devices simultaneously. In addition, the Ui24R features built-in HARMAN signal processing from dbx, DigiTech and Lexicon, including dbx AFS2, DigiTech Amp Modeling, and more. The Ui24R features fully recallable and remote-controlled mic pre-amps and phantom power designed by Studer.
MAIN FEATURES
•Tablet/PC/SmartphoneControlledDigitalMixer
•IntegratedDualAntenna2.4Gand5GWi-FiandLANconnection
•Cross-platformcompatibilitywithiOS,Android,Windows,MacOS,andLinuxdevices
•Useupto10controldevices(tablets,phones,PCs)simultaneously
•LegendaryHarmanSignalProcessingfromdbx®,Digitech®,andLexicon®
•Fullyrecallableandremote-controlledmicpreamps
•4-bandParametricEQ,High-PassFilte,Low-PassFilerr,Compressor,De-esserandNoiseGateoninputchannels
•31-bandGraphicEQ,NoiseGateandCompressoronalloutputs(MasterL/RandAUX1/2featureLPFancdHPFfilters)
•Real-TimeFrequencyAnalyser(RTA)oninputsandoutputs
•4dedicatedLexicon®FXeffectsprocessors:Reverbs,Delays,Chorus
•4xSubgroups,6xVCA’s,MuteGroups,ViewGroups,andMOREMEmixercontrols
•Show/Snapshotrecallwithchannelsafesandsecuritylockout
•2-channelUSBaudioplaybackandrecordingand22multi-trackUSBrecording
•32x32USBAudioInterface
•IntergratedswitchmodeIECconnectionpowersupply
The Ui24R boasts 22 mic/line inputs, 10 x XLR combo mic/line inputs, 10 x XLR mic inputs, two channels of Hi-Z/instrument inputs, as well as a stereo RCA line input. A 2-channel USB media player is included, along with eight balanced XLR Aux/Matrix outputs, two quarter-inch headphone outputs with level control, plus balanced stereo XLR and quarter-inch main outputs. Two-channel USB audio playback is compatible with MP3, WAV and AIFF formats. It also includes a 22 multi-track recorder/player, 32 x 32 low latency audio interface and direct HDMI display connection output.
1.0: INTRODUCTION TO Ui
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SAFETY NOTICES
For your own safety and to avoid invalidation of the warranty please read this section carefully.
Important Symbols
Cautions
Alerts the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
Warnings
Alerts 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 internal power supply unit contains no user serviceable parts. Refer all servicing to a qualified service engineer, through the appropriate Soundcraft dealer.
Radio frequency exposure
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. This transmitter must not be co-locat- ed or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. No modifications Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
The minimum distance required away from the Ui24R mixer and or any antenna is 20cm.
Canada Statement
This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1)This device may not cause interference; and
(2)This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
(1)l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;
(2)l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
This End equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.
Cet équipement devrait être installé et actionné avec une distance minimum de 20 centimètres entre le radiateur et votre corps.
1.1: INTRODUCTION > SAFETY
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WARNINGS
•Read these instructions.
•Keep these instructions.
•Heed all warnings.
•Follow all instructions.
•Clean the apparatus only with a dry cloth.
•Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat resistors, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
•Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
•Do not use this apparatus near water.
•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. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
•Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
•Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
•Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
•Refer all servicing to qualified 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.
•Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When the cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
•No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles or cigarettes etc., should be placed on the apparatus.
•No user serviceable parts. Refer all servicing to a qualified service engineer, through the appropriate Soundcraft dealer.
•The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
•It is recommended that all maintenance and service on the product should be carried out by Soundcraft or its authorised agents. Soundcraft cannot accept any liability whatsoever for any loss or damage caused by service, maintenance or repair by unauthorised personnel.
•WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Do not expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
•Ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspapers, table cloths, curtains etc or mounting in enclosures where ari cannot circulate to an appropriate level to keep the Ui24R under 40C or 104F.
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WARNINGS
ADVICE FOR THOSE WHO PUSH THE BOUNDARIES
Although your new console will not output any sound until you feed it signals, it has the capability to produce sounds which, when monitored through an amplifier or headphones, can damage hearing over time.
Please take care when working with your audio — if you are manipulating controls which you don’t understand (which we all do when we are learning), make sure your monitors are turned down. Remember that your ears are the most important tool of your trade, look after them, and they will look after you.
Most importantly — don’t be afraid to experiment to find out how each parameter affects the sound — this will extend your creativity and help.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
This Class A digital apparatus meets the requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
NOTE: The packaging, in which your console arrived, forms part of the product and must be retained for future use.
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WARRANTY
1 Soundcraft is a trading division of Harman International Industries Ltd.
End User means the person who first puts the equipment into regular operation.
Dealer means the person other than Soundcraft (if any) from whom the End User purchased the Equipment, provided such a person is authorised for this purpose by Soundcraft or its accredited Distributor. Equipment means the equipment supplied with this manual.
2 If within the period of twelve months from the date of delivery of the Equipment to the End User it shall prove defective by reason only of faulty materials and/or workmanship to such an extent that the effectiveness and/or usability thereof is materially affected the Equipment or the defective component should be returned to the Dealer or to Soundcraft and subject to the following conditions the Dealer or Soundcraft will repair or replace the defective components. Any components replaced will become the property of Soundcraft.
3 Any Equipment or component returned will be at the risk of the End User whilst in transit (both to and from the Dealer or Soundcraft) and postage must be prepaid.
4 This warranty shall only be available if:
a)The Equipment has been properly installed in accordance with instructions contained in Soundcraft’s manual.
b)The End User has notified Soundcraft or the Dealer within 14 days of the defect appearing; and
c)No persons other than authorised representatives of Soundcraft or the Dealer have effected any replacement of parts maintenance adjustments or repairs to the Equipment; and
d)The End User has used the Equipment only for such purposes as Soundcraft recommends, with only such operating supplies as meet Soundcraft’s specifications and otherwise in all respects in accordance Soundcraft’s recommendations.
5 Defects arising as a result of the following are not covered by this Warranty: faulty or negligent handling, chemi cal or electro-chemical or electrical influences, accidental damage, Acts of God, neglect, deficiency in electrical power, air-conditioning or humidity control.
6.The benefit of this Warranty may not be assigned by the End User.
7.End Users who are consumers should note their rights under this Warranty are in addition to and do not affect any other rights to which they may be entitled against the seller of the Equipment.
1.2: INTRODUCTION > WARRANTY
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INTRODUCTION > SAFETY
SOUNDCRAFT Ui TYPICAL SPECIFICATIONS
•Frequency Response
20Hz-20kHz +/- 0.5 dB
•THD
Mic input (Min gain to bus) @ 1kHz <0.005% Mic input (Max gain to bus) @ 1kHz <0.008%
• Noise
Residual Noise -96dBu
Mic Input E.I.N.22Hz-22kHz unweighted: -128dB EIN
• Input Gain
Mic/Line Gain -6dB to +58dB (Step accuracy depends on size of fader in GUI)
• Gate
Threshold -inf to +6dB Attack 1ms to 400ms Release 5ms to 2000ms Hold 1ms to 2000ms Depth -inf to 0dB
•Compressor
Threshold -90dB +6dB Ratio 1:1 - 50:1 Attack 1ms - 400ms
Release 10ms - 2000ms Makeup Gain -24dB - +48dB
•EQ Channel
4 band parametriq EQ
Each Band Freq 20Hz to 22kHz Q .05 - 15
Gain -20dB to +20dB
HPF 20Hz to 1kHz (selectable slopes) LPF 22kHz to 1kHz (selectable slopes)
1.3: SPECIFICATIONS
• De-esser
Threshold -90dB to 6dB
Ratio infinity to 1:1
Frequency 2kHz to 15kHz
• EQ Outputs
31 band GEQ, 20Hz - 20KHz +-15dB
•Compressor outputs
Threshold -90dB +6dB Ratio 1:1 - 50:1 Attack 1ms - 400ms
Release 10ms - 2000ms Makeup Gain -24dB - +48dB
•dbx® AFS on all outputs
12 parametric EQ’s (6 fixed, 6 floating)
• Latency
All Processing ON for inputs and outputs 3.2ms
•Input and Output Levels
Mic Input +19.5dBu max Line input +19.5dBu max Mix output +20.5dBu max
Headphone outputs 500mW 1 output used
(@120Ω), 380mw both outputs used
•Input and Output Impedances
Mic input 1-2 4.2kΩ input 3-20 6kΩ
Line Input 12kΩ
Hi-Z Input >600kΩ
Balanced Outputs <150Ω
• USB
Max Current 500mA
Max Current available to all ports: 900mA
• Power
Consumption (typical) < 65W
AC input voltage range 88-265VAC auto sensing AC frequency 47-63Hz
• Operating Conditions
Temperature range 5°C - 40°C
Humidity 0%-90%
Storage Temperature -20°C to 60°C
E & OE.Soundcraft reserves the right to change specifications and or images in this manual without notice.
1.3: SPECIFICATIONS
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GETTING STARTED - AN INTRODUCTION TO THIS MANUAL
Anyone with minimal audio experience should be able to operate the Soundcraft Ui Series consoles without reading too much of this manual, though we do recommend you take the time to go through it.
An excellent place to start would be the feature list on the introductory page (section 1.0), the Wi-Fi and software set-up guide (3.1), and the software control guides for phone (3.2) and tablet (3.3) software.
To get started with Ui control, go to the ‘Getting Connected’ section: 2.4
If you’re reading the PDF version of the manual, you can use the thumbnail view and links from the Contents page to navigate quickly.
For clarity, this manual uses section references rather than page numbers. In some instances, one section reference may extend to several pages.
2.0: INTRODUCTION TO THIS MANUAL
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This Soundcraft Ui console uses a compact main unit with built-in I/O, processing, and web server. Phones, tablets, and PCs can connect to the web server via Wi-Fi for platform-independant software control.
NOTE: When mouting the Ui24R in any kind of enclosure make sure you have sufficient space above, bellow and on bothsides of the Ui24R for passive cooling of the device. In exterme environments a fan may need to be added to your enclosure!
2.1: SYSTEM OVERVIEW
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The Ui main unit’s front panel hosts all local audio inputs and outputs plus three master level controls. On one side panel you will find the power connector and power switch; on the other you will find the RESET button, FOOTSWITCH connection, two USB ports, and the Ethernet (wired LAN) connection).
PHONES
Set level for headphones outputs
This controls the overall level of headphone output one. Individual headphone volume control can be achieved through the SETTINGS control page. The headphone source signal defaults to the main stereo signal but switches to the Solo bus when AFL or PFL is selected.
MIX L / MIX R
Set levels for MIX L and Mix R outputs
The Mix output is the Ui’s main left/right stereo output and appears on both the XLR and Jack Mix L/R outputs.
COMBO INPUT
Connection for 1/4” TRS/TS Jack (Line) or XLR (Mic level)
The input number corresponds to channel number in the Ui control software.
XLR Input
Mic XLR Input
The input number corresponds to channel number in the Ui control software.
LINE IN
Line level RCA inputs
The RCA inputs feed the Line In L and Line In R channels in the UI mixer.
HEADPHONES OUT
Headphone sockets
These are not independent, meaning each output receives the same signal. The headphone outputs receive the same audio signal as the main outputs unless a channel Solo is active note the volumes can be independently controlled in the SETTINGS page as well as the SOLO level.
2.2: Hardware I/O And Control
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MIX L/R OUTPUT - XLR
Master Channel XLR outputs
The Master Channel XLR and jack outputs are parallel connections (identical).
MIX L/R OUTPUT - JACK
Master Channel Jack outputs
The Master Channel XLR and jack outputs are parallel connections (identical).
AUX/MATRIX OUTPUTS
Physical outputs for the Aux/Matrix outputs
The Ui24R has 8 x Aux/Matrix outputs. Aux/Matrix outputs are assigned in software.
2 TRK MEDIA - PLAY
USB Socket for USB Flash Drive with audio playback files
2 track Audio files must be saved to the USB stick as either MP3, AAC, .WAV, .OGG, .AIFF, or .FLAC files.
See section 9.0.
This USB socket can also be used for Show File and Snaphot import/export, and software updates. There are two additional USB sockets on the side of the unit.
MEDIA - REC plus Multi-track Play and Record
USB Socket for USB Flash Drive - for multi-track play and record audio
The Soundcraft Ui24RR mixer will record the Master Channel stereo output as a stereo file or multitrack recording onto the storage device. See guide for playback and recording instructions - section 9.0.
USB B (DAW Connection)
USB Socket for connection directly to PC/Mac
The Soundcraft Ui24RR mixer can be used as a 32 x 32 USB Audio Interface with CORE Audio and ASIO drivers.
2.2: Hardware I/O And Control
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PWR
Power Connector & Switch
The Ui mixer has an AC IC connection universal power supply. Use the power switch with the reset button
(other side panel) to reset the unit to factory default settings if required.
RESET
Recessed push switch used to reset the unit.
To reset Network settings ONLY, switch the unit on while holding down the reset button for at least ten seconds. For a full system reset, see section 3.0.2.
FOOTSWITCH
Footswtich connector used to toggle selected configurations.
Use a footswitch with a quarter-inch jack connection. The unit will auto-detect the connector type, though the footswitch itself must be a non-latching type. The SETTINGS page has a variety of functions that can be assigned.
Side USB Connectors 1 & 2
May be used for Connecting Keyboard, Mouse and Touchscreen
There are USB connections on the front panel of the unit for audio recording and playback.
HDMI Connector
Supports HDMI Video standard
Complete Mixer Web Interface is displayed on HDMI screen. Please note if using DVI and VGA adaptors they must be active. Performance will depend on other concurrent functions which are being used in the mixer. (eg. while recording to USB MTK stick you may see a slow down in screen update)
ETHERNET
Standard RJ45-wired connector for use with wired Ethernet.
A wired Ethernet conenction to the Ui is the most secure. See section 10.1 for more details on network settings and configurations. By default the IP address is 10.10.2.1.
2.2: Hardware I/O And Control
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Wi-Fi Indicator
Shows Wi-Fi is operating normally
The indicator also shows Wi-Fi boot status during power up. It stops its timed flash sequence when booted and available for connections. Then flashes with data activity.
If the WiFi LED keeps flashing it can mean the firmware is not loading into the DSP. Make sure latest firmware is loaded into the unit and that the DC power connector is properly screwed on.
ETHERNET 2
Future Expansion Port
Wi-Fi Antenna
Necessary for wireless network connection - Hotspot or WiFi
Make sure the Antenna(s) are firmly screwed into their sockets and normally orientated vertically. For more information on wireless network settings, see section 10.1. The Ui24RR ships with 2 WiFi antenna’s for better wifi performance. The second antenna is on the right side of the Ui24R.
2.2: Hardware I/O And Control
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The diagram shows the audio signal path through an input channel - from physical input to bus sends
(Aux, FX, Mix, and so on).
Please note: The entire signal path (except for the hardware pre and output DACs) is clip-free with infinite headroom. It means that internal clipping is not introduced even by driving the EQ/Dyn to the max.
Sufficiently reducing the level on the Master Channel strip will get rid of any clipping on the output.
2.3: INPUT CHANNEL ROUTING
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The Soundcraft Ui series uses built-in web server technology to enable computer, tablet, and phone-based in-browser control of all functions - simply connect to the Ui Wi-Fi access point (hotspot) and browse to the appropriate URL. Alternatively, you can connect via an existing Wi-Fi network, or via a wired LAN (Local Area Network) using the Ethernet port on the side of the unit. See Section 10.1 for details on network configuration.
Connecting To Ui Hotspot with computer, tablet, or phone.
1)Ensure the Wi-Fi antenna is attached to the unit, connect the external power supply, and turn on the power to your mixer. You will see an LED light up inside the Wi-Fi logo on your Ui hardware; this will flash until booted successfully.
2)Navigate to Wi-Fi set-up on your device and connect to the “Soundcraft Ui24” access point. If this is the first time you have connected, the default password will be ‘scuiwlan’. (by default it will not have a password, please assign one that you can remember)
3)Launch your device’s browser, and enter the URL ui.io. For Android users, you must use Android browser 4.4 or later, or other modern browsers like Chrome to use the Ui web app. In some cases where certain protection software is running on a system you may need to enter the ip address 10.10.1.1
4)You should see the device selection screen showing icons for large screen (tab icon) and small screen
IMPORTANT!
The first time you connect, it is important to set up a new password for Wi-Fi access. Press the Settings icon, then choose the first tab: ‘NETWORK’ to access the password field.
DEFAULT HOTSPOT PASSWORD:
scuiwlan
2.4: GETTING CONNECTED - SOFTWARE CONTROL
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SOFTWARE CONTROL
The browser-based software control for the Ui Series is available to any device in two versions.
The small-screen version is optimised for phone-sized devices; the large-screen version is optimised for tablets and computers.
In order to make best use of your Ui mixer, please read this section of software control. There are several navigation and menu access functions that will greatly simplify Ui control.
3.0: SOFTWARE CONTROL
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SOFTWARE UPDATES & REQUIREMENTS
The browser-based software control for the Ui Series actually runs from a virtual web server in the main Ui unit itself and is compatible with any modern browser software running on your control device. For Android users, you must use Android browser 4.4 or later, or another modern browser like Chrome to use the Ui web app.
Up to 10 control devices can be used simultaneously.(Depending on available bandwidth)
Software Updates
Regular software updates are posted on the Soundcraft website and are available from the product page. In the Tablet software you can check your current Ui software version by navigating to the SETTINGS page and selecting the ABOUT tab. In the Phone software you can check your current Ui software version by navigating to the SETTINGS page and selecting the HELP tab.
To update the Ui software:
1.Download the Ui update file from the website and leave in .zip format.
2.Copy the .zip file to a USB media device suitable for connection to a Ui mixer’s USB port. Note: The file can reside in any directory. Any USB port on the mixer is also acceptable.
3.Ensure your client device is connected to the Ui mixer GUI
4.Connect the USB media
5.The GUI display will display that the USB device has been mounted. After the stick has been read (maybe 10 more seconds) the update will be recognised.
6.The GUI will ask if you would like to update. Choose OK.
7.The mixer will perform the update
8.The GUI will present a message stating whether the update has been successful or not.
9.You must power-cycle the unit and reconnect a client device.
10.You can browse to the about page to see the new Firmware version information.
USB AUDIO DRIVER
The Ui24R requires the use of the Soundcraft SI Impact Audio Driver for multichannel USB playback and recording.
It can be downloaded via: http://www.soundcraft.com/en/softwares/soundcraft-multichannel-usb-audio-driver-v3-20 or above
IMPORTANT!
Note that if you have any type of zip file (other than the update file) in any directory on the
USB key already, the software update will not work. Note Mac OS by default unzips downloaded files which will render the firmware update incompatible.
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There are two levels of reset for the Ui mixer. The first will reset network settings in the event that you are unable to connect. The second (uses a fullreset.txt file on a USB memory stick in conjunction with the reset button. This will fully reset the unit back to its factory firmware and default settings.
Networking Reset
Reset Networking and Admin password if you have forgotten the admin password or if you are no longer able to connect to the Ui.
Use a paper clip (or similar) to hold down the recessed reset button (side panel) down for approximately 10 seconds while you power on the unit. This will initialise the Ui’s networking and admin password to the default state.
Full Reset
This method removes all updates you may have performed on the mixer and returns the unit to its default factory shipping firmware and state. All settings, snapshots, users, profiles and shows will be lost.
Please ensure you have saved/backed up any shows before resetting your Ui.
1)Create a test file named fullreset.txt (no contents necessary) and copy to a USB stick
2)Insert the USB stick into one of the Ui’s USB ports.
3)Use a slim, long object to hold the reset button down for approximately 10 seconds while you power on the unit.
4)The Ui will recognise the fullreset.txt file on the USB stick and perform a full factory reset.
5)You must power cycle the unit and reconnect the client device. Power off for at least 10-15 seconds before powering back on.
Note: A flick of the power off/on will almost always fail to boot properly, and can get stuck (with continuous flashing blue Wi-Fi LED). Make sure to power off, wait 10-15 seconds, then power on. The blue Wi-Fi LED will pulse/flash for around 10-15 seconds then remain on.
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There are many navigation / gesture techniques common to both the Tablet and Phone versions of the Ui control software. This section describes the main ones. Section 3.7 summarises all control gestures. Please Note: The screen shots shown are from the phone version of the software, except where the two differ significantly in content.
Scroll Mixer
Touch /Click and slide on the mixer screen to scroll along to whole available mixer - including FX Send, Aux Send and Group masters.
Fader / Channel Name
Select a channel by touching or clicking on a fader or channel name.
The selected channel will remain active (keep focus) regardless of function screen until a new channel is selected.
Double Tap Fader
Access the channel EQ from MIX Screen. Double tap or double click.
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Double Tap Channel Strip
Double tap anywhere except the fader to access the METERS screen or switch back to the MIX screen from the GAIN screen.
Scroll Channel Names
Touch/click-hold and slide on channel names to access channel names across the whole mixer, including FX Sends, Aux Sends, and Group Faders.
Double Tap Channel Name
Phone: Access the Dashboard screen for that channel - access to
EQ, dynamics, Aux and FX Sends, and more.
Tablet: Access EDIT Page > Dynamics tab.
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Long (held) Tap/Click
A long tap/click on certain controls brings up a sub-menu specific to that control. For example, a long hold or click on a channel name gives access to channel presets, renaming, copy/paste settings, sub group assignment, stereo linking, channel reset, and the ASSIGN ME function.
Slideout View
Touch the Slideout Arrow to the right of the MIX screen to access the Slideout View panel.
For the tablet software Slideout panel, click/touch the Ui button in the top right corner of the screen. The tablet Slideout offers fast mixer navigation to common channel groups, MUTE and VIEW group access, the TAP TEMPO button, plus MUTE ALL and MUTE FX functions.
On the phone software this gives fast access to the TAP TEMPO and MUTE FX buttons, plus JUMP TO (mixer navigation), GROUPS (Mute & View Groups), and FUNCTIONS (fast functions such as playback and record) options.
You can pin the Slideout View in place via the SETTINGS Screen.
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Double click/tap in FX RETURN to navigate to FX SENDS Page channel strip zone (excluding fader
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Double click/tap in SUG GROUP to navigate to METERS Page channel strip zone (excluding fader
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Double click/tap in AUX MASTER to navigate to AUX SENDS Page channel strip zone (excluding fader
cap)
Double click/tap on channel fader to channel EDIT mode EQ tab cap to navigate
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list short-cut activator |
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Double click/tap in vacant space to navigate to MIX page.
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Double click/tap in channel send to navigate to MIX Page. strip zone (excluding fader cap)
Double click/tap on channel label. to navigate to selected channel
EDIT page DYN tab
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