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Midas Venice F24 User Manual

Midas Venice F24
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Operator Manual
Midas Klark Teknik Ltd.,
Klark Industrial Park,
Walter Nash Road,
Kidderminster.
Worcestershire.
DY11 7HJ.
England.
Tel: +44 1562 741515
Fax: +44 1562 745371
Email: info@midasklarkteknik.com
Website: www.midasconsoles.com
VeniceFOperator Manual
DOC02-VENICEF Issue A — December 2010
© Red Chip Company Ltd.
In line with the company’s policy of continual improvement, specifications and function may be
subject to change without notice. This document was correct at the time of writing. E&OE.
F16, F24 and F32
Professional Audio Mixing
Consoles

Table of Contents

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Midas Venice F24 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMidas
ModelVenice F24
CategoryMusic Mixer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

General Safety Precautions

Key safety instructions for operating the audio apparatus.

Chapter 1: Introduction

Overview of the VeniceF

Introduction to the Midas VeniceF mixing console and its features.

Key features

Highlights of the VeniceF console, including its size, EQ, and connectivity.

Control surface

Description of the main vertical sections of the VeniceF control surface.

Rear panel

Identification and function of connectors and features on the rear panel.

External connections

Details of all audio and power connections available on the VeniceF.

Signal flow

Overview of how audio signals travel through the VeniceF console.

Chapter 2: Getting Started

Installation

Guidelines for physically installing and positioning the VeniceF console.

Handling the equipment

Instructions for safely lifting and moving the VeniceF console.

Connecting up

Details on audio connections, including connector pinouts and wiring.

Setting up

Information on console setup and switching the VeniceF on/off.

Chapter 3: Using The VeniceF With FireWire

Installing FireWire on a PC

Step-by-step guide to installing the FireWire driver and software on a PC.

Installing FireWire on a Mac

Step-by-step guide to installing the FireWire driver and software on a Mac.

Troubleshooting FireWire

Solutions for common audio and connection problems related to FireWire.

Chapter 4: Working With The Console

Ground loop problems

Guidance on identifying and resolving ground loop issues in the audio system.

Chapter 5: Mono Input Channel

Overview of the mono input channel

Detailed description of the mono input channel layout and its main sections.

Gain

Explanation of gain controls, phantom power, pad, and phase switches for mono inputs.

EQ

Details on the four-band swept EQ controls for mono input channels.

Auxes

Functionality of the four aux sends per mono input channel and their uses.

Pan, routing, mute and solo

Controls for panning, routing, muting, and soloing mono input channels.

Chapter 6: Dual Stereo Input Channel

Overview of the dual stereo input channel

Introduction to the dual stereo input channel layout and its features.

Stereo line inputs

Controls for stereo line input gain, solo, and routing to channels or masters.

EQ

Details on the four-band fixed EQ for dual stereo input channels.

Pan, routing, mute and solo

Controls for panning, routing, muting, and soloing dual stereo input channels.

Chapter 7: Output Section

Overview of the outputs section

General overview of the different output areas within the VeniceF console.

Output module notes

Important notes on output module functionality, including group/aux/meter changeovers.

Groups

Details on the four group buses, their outputs, inserts, and control sections.

Matrices

Functionality and routing options for the two matrix buses.

Master outputs (mono and stereo)

Controls for the main mono and stereo master output levels and mute/solo functions.

Signal generator and talkback

Operation of the built-in signal generator and talkback microphone.

Local monitor and phones

Controls for local monitoring via speakers and headphones.

Appendix A: Functional Block Diagrams

Overview

General overview of the VeniceF signal path diagrams.

Mono input module

Functional block diagram for a mono input channel.

Stereo input module

Functional block diagram for a stereo input channel.

Group

Functional block diagram for the group output sections.

Aux

Functional block diagram for the auxiliary send sections.

Monitor

Functional block diagram for the monitor send sections.

Stereo master

Functional block diagram for the stereo master output section.

Appendix B: Technical Specification

Dimensions

External dimensions of the VeniceF console series in mm and inches.

Appendix C: Application Notes

Gain

Guidance on setting optimal input gain levels for various signal types.

Headroom

Explanation of signal headroom and its importance in preventing overload.

Routing

Guidelines and examples for flexible signal routing in FOH and MON modes.

FOH mode

Explanation of how to configure and use groups for Front of House mixing.

MON mode

Explanation of how to configure and use groups for monitor mixing.

Appendix D: Crib Sheets

Mono input channels

Template for recording settings for mono input channels.

Dual stereo input channels

Template for recording settings for dual stereo input channels.

Appendix E: Best Grounding Practice

Safety first

Importance of proper grounding for safety and equipment protection.

Ground loops

Explanation of ground loops and how they can cause noise in audio systems.

Noise sources

Discussion of common noise sources and their impact on audio quality.

Noise solutions

Practical methods and best practices for reducing noise in audio systems.

Balanced connections

Principles and benefits of using balanced audio connections to minimize noise.

Signal ground lift

Techniques for isolating signal grounds to prevent noise issues.

Appendix F: Service Information

Routine maintenance

Recommendations for regular maintenance to keep the VeniceF in good working order.

Cleaning the console

Instructions for cleaning the VeniceF console safely and effectively.

Troubleshooting

Guidance on troubleshooting common issues, including ground loop problems.

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