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PRESONUS AI-Series User Manual

PRESONUS AI-Series
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StudioLive
AI-Series Mixers
Digital Mixing System with Active Integration
Owners Manual
www.presonus.com
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English

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PRESONUS AI-Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPRESONUS
ModelAI-Series
CategoryMusic Mixer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Overview

Introduction

Introduces the StudioLive AI-series digital mixer and its features.

About This Manual

Explains the manual's structure, tips, and tutorials for using the mixer.

Summary of StudioLive AI-series Mixer Hardware Features

Lists key hardware specifications and features of the StudioLive AI mixers.

What is in the Box

Details the contents of the StudioLive AI-series mixer package.

Getting Started

Level Setting Procedure

Provides a step-by-step guide for setting input levels on the mixer.

Hookup

Rear-Panel Connections

Describes the various connectors on the rear panel of the StudioLive mixer.

Front Panel Connections

Details the connectors located on the front panel of the StudioLive mixer.

Typical Band Setup Diagrams

Illustrates common wiring configurations for band setups.

Typical Church Setup Diagrams

Shows typical wiring diagrams for church sound systems.

Controls

The Fat Channel

Explains the core processing section of the StudioLive mixer.

Select Buttons, Meters, and the Fat Channel

Details the selection buttons, metering, and display elements of the Fat Channel.

Fat Channel Processing Guide

Provides a table outlining available processing for different buses.

Fat Channel: Dynamics Processing and EQ

Explains the dynamics and EQ sections within the Fat Channel.

Sidechaining (32.4.2AI and 24.4.2AI only)

Describes how to use sidechaining for gate key filter functions.

A/B Fat Channel Settings

Explains how to compare two different Fat Channel settings.

Fat Channel Panning, Stereo Link, and Link Master

Details panning, stereo linking, and master controls within the Fat Channel.

Fat Channel: Subgroup and Main Output Assignments

Explains how to assign channels and buses to subgroups and main outputs.

Copying Fat Channel Settings

Guides on how to copy and paste Fat Channel settings between channels.

Loading Fat Channel Presets

Instructions for loading pre-designed Fat Channel presets.

Saving Fat Channel Presets

Details the process for saving custom Fat Channel settings as presets.

Metering

Explains the various metering options available on the StudioLive mixer.

StudioLive Fat Channel Metering Controls

Explains the controls for metering within the Fat Channel section.

Subgroup and Main Meters

Describes the metering for subgroup and main outputs.

A Quick Note About dBu and dBFS

Explains the difference between dBu and dBFS metering scales.

Input Channel Strip

Details the controls for each individual input channel strip.

Input Channel Controls

Details the individual controls for each input channel strip.

Aux and FX Buses

Explains the functionality and controls of auxiliary and effects buses.

Analog Aux Bus Controls

Explains the controls for the analog auxiliary buses.

Internal FX Bus Controls

Details the controls for the internal effects buses.

Aux and FX Bus Channel Sends

Describes how to set send levels for aux and FX buses.

Pre/Post Channel Sends

Explains the pre/post fader send options for aux and FX buses.

Creating Monitor Mixes

Guides on creating monitor mixes using aux buses.

Creating Internal FX Mixes

Instructions for creating effects mixes using internal FX buses.

Using an External Effects Processor

Details how to connect and use external effects processors.

Subgroups

Explains the concept and usage of subgroups for mix control.

Subgroup Controls

Explains the controls for subgroup buses.

Creating Instrument Subgroups

Guides on grouping instruments into subgroups for better mix control.

Creating Effects Groups

Explains how to assign effects buses to subgroups for creative mixing.

Main Output Bus

Explains the functionality and controls of the main stereo output bus.

Mute Groups (StudioLive 32.4.2AI only)

Details the functionality of mute groups for simultaneous channel muting.

Master Section

Covers the master section controls including aux inputs and talkback.

Aux Inputs A and B

Details the controls for auxiliary inputs A and B.

Talkback System

Explains the talkback microphone input and routing options.

2 Track In

Describes the analog and digital 2-track inputs.

Solo Bus

Explains the independent solo bus feature for monitoring and diagnostics.

Solo Bus Controls

Details the controls for the independent solo bus.

Solo Modes

Explains the different solo modes available on the StudioLive.

Solo Clear

How to clear all soloed channels on the mixer.

Using the Solo Bus for Monitoring

Guides on using the solo bus for monitoring mixes.

Using Solo in Place (SIP) to Set Up a Mix

Explains how to use Solo In Place for mix setup.

Digital Effects | Master Control

Channel Info Page

Describes the default screen for channel and bus information.

Customizing Channel and Bus Names

Instructions for renaming channels and buses for easier identification.

The Digital FX (Effects) Menu

Introduces the internal effects processors and library.

Creating FX Presets

Guides on creating and saving custom effects presets.

Scenes

Explains how to create, save, and recall scenes for mixer settings.

S1: Zero Out (Board Reset)

Explains the factory reset scene and its parameters.

Nulling Parameters

How to return Fat Channel parameters to their default settings.

Creating a Scene

Guides on saving the mixer's current settings as a scene.

AutoStore

Explains how the mixer automatically saves settings.

Graphic Equalizers

Explains the functionality and use of graphic equalizers.

The GEQ Menu

Details how to access and use the Graphic EQ menu.

Saving and Loading Graphic EQ Presets

Instructions for saving and loading graphic EQ settings.

Fader Locate

Explains how to use Fader Locate mode for scene recall.

Quick Scenes (StudioLive 32.4.2AI only)

How to create and recall quick scenes without permanent storage.

System Menu

Explains the system settings and configuration options.

Firmware Updates

Step-by-step guide to updating the mixer's firmware.

Resources

Stereo Microphone Placement

Provides guidance on microphone placement for various instruments.

Compression Setting Suggestions

Offers suggested compression settings for different instruments and vocals.

EQ Frequency Guides

A guide to frequency ranges and their impact on sound.

EQ Setting Suggestions

Provides generic EQ settings for various instruments and vocals.

Technical Specifications

Lists the technical specifications of the StudioLive AI mixers.

StudioLive AI Mixers Block Diagrams

Links to block diagrams for the AI mixers available online.

StudioLive 32.4.2AI Recall Sheet

A printable sheet for recalling settings for the 32.4.2AI model.

StudioLive 24.4.2AI Recall Sheet

A printable sheet for recalling settings for the 24.4.2AI model.

StudioLive 16.4.2AI Recall Sheet

A printable sheet for recalling settings for the 16.4.2AI model.

StudioLive 16.4.2AI Rack Ear Installation

Instructions for installing rack ears on the 16.4.2AI model.

Troubleshooting and Warranty

Troubleshooting

Provides solutions for common issues encountered with the mixer.

PreSonus Limited Warranty

Outlines the terms and conditions of the PreSonus limited warranty.

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