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SoundCraft Signature 16 User Manual

SoundCraft Signature 16
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User Guide
For Soundcraft Signature 16, 22 & 22MTK
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SoundCraft Signature 16 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeAnalog
Channels16
Mic Preamps12
Aux Sends4
Faders100mm faders
Phantom PowerYes
Subgroups4
Headphone Outputs1 x 1/4"
EQ Bands3-band
Inputs - Line8 x 1/4"
Inputs - Other2 x RCA
Outputs - Main2 x XLR
Outputs - Other4 Aux
Main Outputs2
Monitor Outputs2 x 1/4"

Summary

INFORMATION

IMPORTANT

Please read this manual carefully before using your mixer for the first time.

1.0: INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION TO SIGNATURE

General overview of the Signature Series mixers, highlighting key features.

1.0.1: SIGNATURE LEGACY

SIGNATURE LEGACY

Details the 40-year legacy of Soundcraft and its classic analogue designs.

1.0.2: SAPPHYRE EQ

SAPPHYRE EQ

Explains the Soundcraft Sapphyre Asymmetric EQ and its features.

1.1: SAFETY

SAFETY NOTICES

Provides important safety notices and explains warning symbols.

1.1: SAFETY

WARNINGS

Lists general warnings for safe operation and maintenance of the apparatus.

1.1: SAFETY

WARNINGS

Further warnings regarding hearing protection and FCC compliance.

1.2: WARRANTY

WARRANTY

Details the terms and conditions of the product warranty.

1.3: SPECIFICATIONS

TYPICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Lists the technical specifications of the Soundcraft Signature series.

2.0: GETTING STARTED

GETTING STARTED - AN INTRODUCTION TO THIS MANUAL

Guides new users on how to approach the manual and the console.

2.1: CONSOLE INTRO

GETTING STARTED > INTRODUCTION TO MIXING CONSOLES

Explains the fundamental functions of a mixing console and its features.

2.2: PARTS OF THE CONSOLE

Inputs And Outputs

Describes the physical inputs and outputs of the console.

Mono input channels

Details the features and connections of mono input channels.

Stereo Input Channels

Explains the stereo input channels and their functions.

Dedicated FX Returns

Describes the FX Return channel and its purpose.

Lexicon FX Control

Explains the controls for internal Lexicon FX processors.

Master Stereo Output

Describes the master stereo output and its controls.

Headphone Level, Global Phantom Power switching, USB (Power only) connect.

Details headphone level, phantom power, and USB power controls.

Aux Masters

Explains the controls for auxiliary output buses.

Group Masters

Details the group master output controls and routing.

2.2: PARTS OF THE CONSOLE

Inputs & Outputs

Describes the physical inputs and outputs of the console.

Mono Input Channels

Details the features and connections of mono input channels.

Stereo Input Channels

Explains the stereo input channels and their functions.

FX Return

Describes the FX Return channel and its purpose.

2.2: PARTS OF THE CONSOLE

Aux Output Masters

Explains the controls for auxiliary output buses.

Group Output Masters

Details the group master output controls and routing.

Master Stereo Output

Describes the master stereo output and its controls.

Metering

Explains the bargraph metering for monitoring signal levels.

2.2: PARTS OF THE CONSOLE

Lexicon FX Control

Explains the controls for internal Lexicon FX processors.

Power Indicator

Describes the power status indicator light.

USB Power Socket

Details the USB power socket for peripherals.

Global Phantom Power Switch

Explains the 48V phantom power switch.

Headphones Level Control

Describes the control for headphone output volume.

3.0: INPUTS AND OUTPUTS

INPUTS AND OUTPUTS

Introduces the physical inputs and outputs of the console.

3.1: INTRO TO I/0

INPUTS & OUTPUTS > INTRODUCTION TO I/O

Defines terms related to audio inputs and outputs used in the manual.

3.2: CONSOLE INPUTS

INPUTS & OUTPUTS > CONSOLE INPUTS

Describes the various console input connections like XLR, Jack, and RCA.

3.3: CONSOLE OUTPUTS

INPUTS & OUTPUTS > CONSOLE OUTPUTS

Details the console output connections like MST, AUX, HEADPHONES, and GRP.

3.4: OTHER I/O

INPUTS & OUTPUTS > OTHER I/O

Covers additional I/O like USB, Footswitch, and Power connections.

4.0: CONSOLE ROUTING

CONSOLE ROUTING

Explains how signals flow through the console and routing options.

4.1: MONO INPUT

CONSOLE ROUTING > MONO INPUT

Details the signal path and routing options for mono input channels.

4.2: STEREO INPUT

CONSOLE ROUTING > STEREO INPUT

Explains the signal path and routing options for stereo input channels.

4.3: FX RETURN

CONSOLE ROUTING > FX RETURN

Details the signal path and routing options for FX Return channels.

4.4: AUX MASTER

CONSOLE ROUTING > AUX MASTER

Explains the routing and control of Aux Master outputs.

4.5: GROUP MASTER

CONSOLE ROUTING > GROUP MASTER

Details the routing and control of Group Master outputs.

4.6: MASTER STEREO OUTPUT

CONSOLE ROUTING > MASTER STEREO OUTPUT

Explains the routing and control of the Master Stereo output.

5.0: CHANNEL CONTROLS

CHANNEL CONTROLS

Introduces the different types of input and output channels.

5.1: INPUT CONTROLS

CHANNEL CONTROLS > INPUT CONTROLS

Describes the controls found on the input channels of the console.

5.1.1: MONO INPUT CONTROLS

CHANNEL CONTROLS > MONO INPUT CONTROLS

Details the specific controls for mono input channels.

5.1.1: MONO INPUT CONTROLS

HPF 100Hz

Explains the High Pass Filter control.

USB RTN (22MTK only)

Details the USB Return function for MTK models.

HF

Describes the High Frequency shelving filter control.

HMF/LMF Frequency

Explains the centre frequency adjustment for mid-band EQ.

HMF/LMF Level

Details the boost/attenuation control for mid-band EQ.

5.1.1: MONO INPUT CONTROLS

LF Level

Details the Low Frequency shelving filter control.

AUX1 / AUX2 / AUX3

Explains control of channel contribution to Aux busses.

AUX4/FX, AUX5/FX

Details channel contribution to Aux and FX processors.

PAN

Explains the pan control for stereo positioning and routing.

MUTE

Describes the pre-fade mute function.

5.1.1: MONO INPUT CONTROLS

PEAK & MUTE LED

Describes the LED indicators for signal peak and mute status.

PFL

Details the Pre-Fade Listen function.

FADER

Explains the channel fader for level control.

GRP 1-2 / 3-4

Describes routing channel output to Group busses.

MST

Explains routing channel output to the Master bus.

5.1.2: STEREO INPUT CONTROLS

TRIM

Adjusts the input level for stereo line-level sources.

Aux 1, 2, 3, 4/FX, 5/FX

Adjusts channel contribution to Aux send busses.

AUX 1-2 PRE/POST

Switches Aux 1 and 2 sources post-fader for Playback Channel.

PAN/BAL

Adjusts pan or balance for stereo position and routing.

5.1.2: STEREO INPUT CONTROLS

BAL

Adjusts stereo balance for this channel.

GRP 1-2 / 3-4

Routes the channel output to Group busses.

5.1.3: FX RETURN CONTROLS

BAL

Adjusts stereo balance for this channel.

GRP 1-2 / 3-4

Routes the channel output to Group busses.

5.2: AUX MASTER OUTPUT

AUXn MST

Adjusts the level of the Aux mix output for the corresponding Aux bus.

AUXn PRE/POST

Globally switches Aux sources between pre- and post-fade.

AFL

Routes the signal to the Solo bus and mutes other channels.

5.3: GROUP MASTER OUTPUT

MONO

Switches Group-to-MST outputs to mono.

MST

Routes the Group output to the Master Stereo mix.

FADER

Adjusts the overall output level of the Group.

5.4: MASTER STEREO OUTPUT

INTERVAL MUTE

Mutes all channels except the Stereo Playback channel.

FADER

Adjusts the overall level of the Master Stereo output.

6.0: SOLO AND MONITORING

SOLO AND MONITORING

Explains how to monitor sources individually using PFL and AFL.

6.0: SOLO AND MONITORING

PFL

Enables the Pre-Fade Listen function for input channels.

AFL

Switches the After-Fader Listen function for Aux Master outputs.

PHONES LEVEL

Adjusts the level of the headphone output.

BARGRAPH METERING

Displays current monitoring signal levels.

PFL/AFL LED

Lights when a PFL or AFL is active.

7.0: USB OPERATION

USB OPERATION

Introduces USB 2.0 audio streaming for the consoles.

7.1: SIGNATURE 16, 22 USB

USB > SIGNATURE 16, 22

Details the 2-track USB input/output for Signature 16 and 22.

7.2: SIGNATURE 22MTK USB

USB > SIGNATURE 22MTK

Explains the Multi-Track USB functionality for Signature 22MTK.

7.2: SIGNATURE 22MTK USB

USB I/O

Explains the USB data connection.

USB RTN

Details the USB return path function.

8.0: LEXICON FX

LEXICON FX

Introduces the internal Lexicon FX processors and algorithms.

8.1 FX CONTROL

LEXICON FX > FX CONTROL

Explains how to use and control the Lexicon FX algorithms.

8.2: REVERBS

LEXICON FX > REVERBS

Describes the different reverb algorithms and their parameters.

8.2: REVERBS

LEXICON FX > REVERBS

Lists more reverb algorithms and their parameters.

8.3: DELAYS & MODULATION

LEXICON FX > DELAYS & MODULATION

Describes delay and modulation effects algorithms and parameters.

8.3: DELAYS & MODULATION

LEXICON FX > DELAYS & MODULATION

Lists more delay and modulation effects algorithms.

8.3: DELAYS & MODULATION

LEXICON FX > DELAYS & MODULATION

Covers Vibrato, Vibrapan, and Phaser effects algorithms.

APPENDIX 1: NO SOUND?

APPENDIX 1: NO SOUND?

Provides a troubleshooting guide for common sound issues.

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