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SoundCraft GB2R - User Manual

SoundCraft GB2R
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Summary

Important Safety Instructions

General Safety Guidelines

Read and follow all safety instructions carefully before operating the equipment.

Safety Symbol Guide

Warnings

Alerts users to potential electrical shock hazards from uninsulated voltages.

Installation

Mains Installation

General Wiring Procedures

Ensuring proper wiring for optimal performance and noise reduction.

Initial Wiring Considerations

Earthing System

Establishing a clean, noise-free earth point for optimal signal referencing.

Working Safely with Sound

Hearing Protection Guidelines

Advisories on permissible noise exposure to prevent hearing damage.

Setting Up & Troubleshooting

Initial Set-up

Step-by-step guide for setting initial control positions and input gain.

Troubleshooting - No Power

Checks for power issues, including mains supply, connection, and fuses.

Troubleshooting - Condenser Mic Not Working

Steps to diagnose issues with condenser microphones, checking 48V and connections.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Meters Not Showing Signal

Troubleshooting steps for when meters do not display signal.

Audio Connector Pinouts

3-pole XLR

Pinout details for 3-pin XLR connectors used for inputs and outputs.

1;4 Stereo Jack Plug

Pinout for 1/4" stereo jacks used for balanced I/O and headphones.

Block Diagrams

Input Channels

Schematic diagram illustrating the signal flow of input channels.

Master Section; Outputs

Using The Console

Mono Input

Detailed explanation of controls and functions for mono input channels.

Rear Connectors

MIC INPUT (3 pin female XLR)

Pinout and function for microphone input connections.

Stereo Input - GB2 R 12-2 only

Designer Series Console Layout

Control Panel Overview

Diagram and labels for the main controls and indicators on the console.

Master Section

SUB GROUPS (GB2 R 12-2 Only)

Description of sub group arrangement, faders, and routing options.

AUX MASTERS

Explanation of AUX master level pots, outputs, and AFL functions.

Mix L, R and Mono Outputs

Details on main mix outputs, insert points, faders, and mono sum.

Monitoring & PFL;AFL

Explanation of monitor section sources, outputs, and PFL/AFL metering.

Front Panel Connectors

Rear Connector Panel

MIX L, R & MONO OUTPUTS (3-pin male XLRs)

Pinout for main mix and mono output connectors.

Typical Specifications

EQ (Mono input)

Specifications for the mono input equalizer settings.

Rack Mounting

Instructions

Steps for safely installing the console into a rack.

Rack Mounting Diagrams - Part 1

Rack Mounting Diagrams - Part 2

Rack Mounting Diagrams - Part 3

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

General Safety Guidelines

Read and follow all safety instructions carefully before operating the equipment.

Safety Symbol Guide

Warnings

Alerts users to potential electrical shock hazards from uninsulated voltages.

Installation

Mains Installation

General Wiring Procedures

Ensuring proper wiring for optimal performance and noise reduction.

Initial Wiring Considerations

Earthing System

Establishing a clean, noise-free earth point for optimal signal referencing.

Working Safely with Sound

Hearing Protection Guidelines

Advisories on permissible noise exposure to prevent hearing damage.

Setting Up & Troubleshooting

Initial Set-up

Step-by-step guide for setting initial control positions and input gain.

Troubleshooting - No Power

Checks for power issues, including mains supply, connection, and fuses.

Troubleshooting - Condenser Mic Not Working

Steps to diagnose issues with condenser microphones, checking 48V and connections.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Meters Not Showing Signal

Troubleshooting steps for when meters do not display signal.

Audio Connector Pinouts

3-pole XLR

Pinout details for 3-pin XLR connectors used for inputs and outputs.

1;4 Stereo Jack Plug

Pinout for 1/4" stereo jacks used for balanced I/O and headphones.

Block Diagrams

Input Channels

Schematic diagram illustrating the signal flow of input channels.

Master Section; Outputs

Using The Console

Mono Input

Detailed explanation of controls and functions for mono input channels.

Rear Connectors

MIC INPUT (3 pin female XLR)

Pinout and function for microphone input connections.

Stereo Input - GB2 R 12-2 only

Designer Series Console Layout

Control Panel Overview

Diagram and labels for the main controls and indicators on the console.

Master Section

SUB GROUPS (GB2 R 12-2 Only)

Description of sub group arrangement, faders, and routing options.

AUX MASTERS

Explanation of AUX master level pots, outputs, and AFL functions.

Mix L, R and Mono Outputs

Details on main mix outputs, insert points, faders, and mono sum.

Monitoring & PFL;AFL

Explanation of monitor section sources, outputs, and PFL/AFL metering.

Front Panel Connectors

Rear Connector Panel

MIX L, R & MONO OUTPUTS (3-pin male XLRs)

Pinout for main mix and mono output connectors.

Typical Specifications

EQ (Mono input)

Specifications for the mono input equalizer settings.

Rack Mounting

Instructions

Steps for safely installing the console into a rack.

Rack Mounting Diagrams - Part 1

Rack Mounting Diagrams - Part 2

Rack Mounting Diagrams - Part 3

SoundCraft GB2R Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeAnalog
Channels16
Phantom PowerYes
Returns2
Subgroups4
MountableYes
Faders100mm
Headphone Output1
Main OutputsXLR
Mic/Line Inputs16 x XLR Mic, 16 x 1/4" Line

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