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SoundCraft Delta 8 User Manual

SoundCraft Delta 8
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SoundCraft Delta 8 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSoundCraft
ModelDelta 8
CategoryRecording Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Introduction to Delta 8

Overview of the Soundcraft Delta 8 recording console for home and broadcast applications.

Precautions and Safety Instructions

General Precautions

Advice on environmental conditions, cleaning, and avoiding electromagnetic interference.

Handling and Transport

Recommendations for moving and transporting the console safely.

Power supplies & cables

Guidance on using correct power supplies and cables for the console.

Connections

Wiring Conventions

Explanation of connector types and their usage on the Delta 8 console.

Signal Levels

Details on input and output signal levels, impedance, and headroom.

Installation

Overbridge

Instructions for attaching and connecting the Delta 8 overbridge.

Wiring Considerations

Best practices for earthing and mains supply installation for optimal performance.

Examples of use

Production

Illustrates a typical production application setup with the Delta 8 console.

16 Track Recording

Shows a typical 16-track recording configuration using the Delta 8.

Multitrack Connections

Explains how to connect multitrack tape machines to the console.

Normalling

Describes the internal connections (normalling) of tape return and line inputs.

16 Track Mix-Down

Demonstrates configuration changes for mix-down and playback operations.

Module Block Diagrams

Mono Input Module

Block diagram illustrating the signal flow of the Mono Input Module.

Stereo Input Module

Block diagram showing the signal path for the Stereo Input Module.

Dual Line Input Module

Block diagram detailing the signal flow of the Dual Line Input Module.

Group Output Module

Block diagram illustrating the signal flow of the Group Output Module.

Master Module

Block diagram showing the signal path of the Master Module.

D214 Mono Input Module

Operation

Explains the controls and functions of the D214 Mono Input Module.

Channel Input

Details the input stage, gain, phantom power, and filtering of the mono channel.

Equaliser

Describes the 4-band semi-parametric EQ section of the mono input module.

Auxiliaries

Explains the auxiliary sends and routing options for the mono input module.

Routing

Details the pan control, routing switches for mix and group busses.

Channel Status

Details the peak LED, PFL switch, ON switch, and fader functions.

Specifications

Lists technical specifications for the microphone and line inputs, and equaliser.

D212 Stereo Input Module

Operation

Explains the controls and functions of the D212 Stereo Input Module.

Channel Input

Details the input stage, gain, phase, and stereo width controls.

Equaliser

Describes the 3-band semi-parametric EQ section of the stereo input module.

Auxiliaries

Explains the auxiliary sends and their selectable configurations.

Routing

Details the balance control and routing switches for stereo and group busses.

Channel Status

Explains peak LED, PFL, ON switches, and the stereo fader.

Specifications

Lists technical specifications for the stereo input module's line inputs and EQ.

D206 Dual Line Input Module

Operation

Explains the controls and functions of the D206 Dual Line Input Module.

Channel input

Details the gain control and 3-band equaliser for each channel.

Auxiliaries

Explains the auxiliary send controls and their routing options.

Routing

Details the PAN control for stereo output and routing switches.

Channel status

Explains the fader, PFL switch, and ON switch functions.

Specifications

Lists technical specifications for the dual line input module's line input and EQ.

D216 Master Module

Operation

Explains the controls and functions of the D216 Master Module.

Auxiliaries

Details the auxiliary send master level controls and monitoring.

Oscillator

Describes the 1kHz oscillator and its routing options.

Monitoring

Explains how to monitor stereo mix, tape returns, and speaker/headphone outputs.

Talkback

Details talkback routing and gain control.

PFL/AFL System

Explains the PFL trim and its effect on monitor signals.

Output Meters

Describes the stereo output meters and VU meters in the overbridge.

Master Outputs

Explains master output faders, reference level switching, and inserts.

Specifications

Lists specifications for auxiliary sends, mix output, insert, phones, talkback, and returns.

Oscillator

Provides specifications for the oscillator's output level and frequency.

Metering

Lists specifications for the LED bargraph meters.

Appendices

Specification Notes

Conditions and notes related to the console's technical specifications.

Dimensions

Provides outline dimensions for different frame sizes of the Delta 8.

Configurations

Shows standard production configurations and module options for the Delta 8.

Warranty

Details the terms and conditions of the Soundcraft Delta 8 warranty.

Glossary

Defines technical terms and abbreviations used in the manual.

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