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Cadac name has been synonymous with top quality audio mixing consoles for over 40 years. From the earliest recording studio desks in the late 1960s, recording classic tracks from all major bands for over a decade through to the latest live sound reinforcement consoles used in all prestigious theatres, the Cadac brand has always set the benchmark for quality. This is a unique and unparalleled pedigree in the world of professional audio equipment manufacturing. The Cadac name epitomizes a blend of innovative electronic design and excellence of audio quality, supported by reliable performance and service simplicity in the great British tradition. Cadac has earned itself an enviable reputation by delivering products that embody the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s core tenets of providing sonic excellence, attention to end-user requirements and unparalleled return on investment. Cadac is therefore recognized as the industry standard choice for leading musical productions, prestigious theatre installations, and the international touring circuit.

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Digital Live Console

UNIQUE SCROLLING SCREEN DISPLAYS VIEW ALL 128 CHANNELS WITH SIMPLE MOVEMENTS

CDC Eight, Cadac new flagship digital live production console. Specified for high end sound touring and fixed installation applications, the console boasts a unique ‘high agility’ user interface, accessed via either a single or twin 24 inch 16:10 high definition LCD touch screens; a further centre located 6 inch LCD touch screen accesses the system control and automation.Combined with a far less menu dependent operating system than other digital consoles, the CDC Eight is exceptionally smart, nimble and intuitive in operation.

COMFORTABLE USER FRIENDLY INFORMATION DISPLAY CADAC SOUND QUALITY NEW GENERATION LOOK

Console Features • • • • •

Two frame sizes single screen 16 fader, or twin screen 32 fader 24” 16:10 high definition anti-glare LCD touch screens Large 6” LCD touch screen for system control and automation High quality motorized faders Robust construction, with carefully selected colour scheme to give operator comfort • Optional 19” CDC 64 in 48 out MEGACOMMS connected stage rack • Reliable external switch mode power supplies with redundant supply facility

The CDC Eight has been developed using the company’s latest generation proprietary DSP mix platform. Processing power is delivered by 32/40 bit floating point SHARC processors.

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Mixer Features

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128 Channels, expandable to give up to 256 potential inputs All inputs with 4 band fully parametric EQ All inputs have extensive dynamics with compressor, gate and limiter Up to 48 output busses available including LCR, monitor and talkback All busses can be assigned as Group, stereo Group, Aux, Stereo Aux and Stereo Matrix 16 VCA groups 8 Mute groups Built in high quality input effects 31 band graphic equaliser on all outputs Compressor limiter on all outputs Output delays Snapshot automation 96k floating point DSP

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The Inputs

I/O Assign

Bus assignment and channel EQ

Sound Quality

Just like a fully featured analogue console, the input channels have all the features and capabi lity you would expect and are easily accessible from the unique screen control, designed to give you the user the clearest interface to the comprehensive features available.

Dynamics on the inputs consists of gate, limiter and compressor. Control of these is achieved by simple touch screen access, giving you only the information you want on the screen with clear and easily adjustable controls. No more fiddling with menus and small difficult to adjust controls.

Features include versatile Gain setup, and a 4 band parametric equaliser with additional high and low pass filters giving you 6 bands to control. The HF and LF EQ also feature bell / shelf selection, and the whole section can be by passed if required.

To operate, just select the feature on the touch screen and make quick adjustment using the dedicated rotary encoders which are conveniently located around the outside rim of the screen.

Outputs and Busses

As with all Cadac desks, the sound quality is paramount. A wide dynamic range, with low noise microphone pre amplifiers set new standards. The specially developed ultra-low distortion EQ filters, analogue emulating compressor algorithms, advanced EQ algorithms using proportional Q techniques and 24-bit / 96kHz Delta-Sigma AD/DA converters combine together to deliver aclassic Cadac sound signal chain to rival any other console two or three times the price.

All output busses can be configured how you want them, as auxiliaries for creating a monitor mix, or a combination of groups and matrix outputs. VCA in a glance

GEQ

The Screens

Three listen busses are also provided for Solo / Monitoring functions, along with a stereo L/R and Mono main mix output bus.

7U 19” I/O Rack

The CDC Eight system also features 8 programmable mute groups, 16 internal VCA groups and 2 grand master outputs.

The operation of the desk is controlled by the big 24” LCD displays. The software / interface has been specifically designed to make the user interface as simple and intuitive as possible.

I/O Rack

The displays will show an overview of 16 channels at a time on each screen, with simple touch operation to access / interrogate each channel setup and configuration. To access further channels, you can with a single movement of the hand scroll the display left or right. The faders will follow the screen,always giving you full control on the channels that are displayed on screen. Movement through all 128 channels becomes quick and simple. With the twin screen version it is even quicker!

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Mute Group Configuration

VCA Configuration

The I/O can be either onboard with the ability for up to 64 input / output configurations locally on the console rear panel, or via the I/O rack option which can give up to 64 inputs and 48 outputs in one rack, with the ability to add a second rack giving 128 inputs.

The I/O rack is connected to the mixer using Cadac’s own development ‘MegaComms’ high speed system, and can be housed up to 100 meters away. Local I/O

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Megacomms Connection

Megacomms is a bespoke digital communications interconnect designed by Cadac for use between our products. It can simultaneously transmit and receive up to 128 input channels and 128 output channels at 96kHz including control data. Megacomms uses point to point paired links on BNC cables to allow bi-directional communication between connected units. Multiple pairs of Megacomms allow for full redundancy on top of what is already a very robust protocol incorporating checksum error checking

Talkback

System Network

Option 1

Option 2

Automation

Monitor

Power Supply

All CDC eight models come with an efficient and durable external 2U switch mode power supply, with the additional benefit of using optional redundant supplies.

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CDC Four Compact Digital Console

Bringing together the classic Cadac elements and producing a high quality Cadac sounding console has been achieved in the first and most compact digital console Cadac produce. The CDC Four, offering big mixer features in a small easy to operate control surface.

Console Features SMALL FOOTPRINT, BIG FEATURES AMAZING SPECIFICATION AND NOISE LEVELS DIGITAL CONSOLE, ANALOGUE FEEL EASY OPERATION, SIMPLE NAVIGATION

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16 motorized high quality faders All channel features have their own unique encoder for quick and easy access Large 7” TFT high resolution colour display Expandable using the CDC stage rack Optional 19”rack mounting taking up only 14U of rack space High efficiency internal switch mode power supply

Based on a proprietary DSP mix platform, the CDC four is a fully featured digital console with the look, feel and simplicity of using an analogue console. The CDC Four brings the Cadac sound and quality to digital mixing consoles.

Mixer Features • • • • • • • •

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Up to 56 Channels of Cadac quality sound 24 channels (16 mic / 8 stereo) on board 32 channel expansion using the CDC stage rack 8 auxiliaries busses and 4 subgroups 8 internal VCA busses 2 stereo effects busses with superior quality effect processing 96kHz 24bit Delta Sigma AD/DA converters 4th generation 32/40bit floating point SHARC processors

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Additional Features

• Twin stereo returns for the effects busses, controlled by their own fader. • Comprehensive metering, both with high intensity LEDs and available on the high resolution screen with can show up to 50 different meters. • Built in line up oscillator. • Talkback, with dedicated talkback button and conveniently located talkback socket. • High quality headphone amplifier, the socket is located under the elbow rest so you don’t have cables running over the control surface. • Solo, PFL/AFL and Solo in Place ability, with multiple configuration options to suit your exact requirements. • Channel and output Muting with clear and easy to find switches.

Microphone Pre Amp

The most important analogue section on the console. Featuring a wide dynamic range, the design of the low noise mic preamps feature premium ICs to produce outstanding CMRR and create the Cadac sound.

Input Channels

With the analogue gain, the signal moves into digital through Delta Sigma AD converters. With all the channel controls you wouldexpect on an analogue desk. Each control has its own encoder and switch selection, with clear and defined indication on the high resolution display screen.

The Central High Resolution Screen

The Delay is adjustable from 0 to 100ms giving you maximum flexibility to achieve the right delay setting.

VCA

Scenes

The CDC Four incorporates a fully featured Scene Memory system. This “snapshot”automation system allows every audio-related parameter on the mixer to be saved as a Scene, named, and subsequently recalled. A Scene may typically include channels being muted and unmuted, levelsbeing changed, and FX sends being enabled, but may extend to any mixer function, such as EQ and dynamics adjustments, routing, FX parameter changes, etc.

The dynamics available on the input channels is comprehensive, including Gate, Compressor and Delay. The noise gate has adjustable threshold from the control surface, and additional adjustment can be performed from the multi-layered display. Compression is fully adjustable with Threshold, Ratio and Level controls, along with a useful VINTAGE preset algorithm to model vintage compressors.

The CDC4 USB port at the front panel can be used for: • Backup and restore scene data via USB stick • Offline software update via USB stick • QWERTY keyboard support for channel and scene name editing

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All features and controls are available on the central screen, clearly displaying and allowing direct adjustment of the current channel configuration, scene control, routing configuration, dynamics, graphic equalisers and overall system and console setup.

Gain trim, 48V phantom power, phase reverse and a high pass filter adjustable from 14Hz to 400Hz for the flexibility to set the console up how you need it.

USB Connector

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Meter

Effects

Dynamics

Name Summary

Graphic Equaliser

Just like the input section, the outputs have their own dedicated controls. To adjust dynamics, equalisation and levels.

A 32 band graphic equaliser is available on all outputs to give the opportunity to fine tune your mix to suit the venue. Easily accessible with a switch of a button, and the 16 motorized channel faders become your graphic EQ, switchable from the low frequencies to the highs. The TFT clearly displays the whole graphic equaliser, making adjustment simple and intuitive.

Faders and Layers

Auxiliaries and Routing

With eight auxiliaries all programmable to be pre or post fade, you have the flexibility to use the console for several applications.

As with all Cadac consoles the EQ on the CDC Four has that pure musical sound. The EQ algorithms have been carefully designed to recreate the classic Cadac equalisation found on our high end analogue consoles.

Just like an analogue console, the auxiliaries and channel routing are all accessible from their own individual controls.

The equalisation is 4 band parametric with adjustable Q on all bands, along with bell and shelving modes on the high and low bands.

The Outputs

Switching between layers to control channels, groups, auxiliaries, VC Asand outputs is easily achieved with a press of a button. The control and recall of the high speed, premium quality motorized faders is clearly indicated.

The EQ

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Real Panel

As you would expect from a mixing desk which is designed to have familiarity with an analogue console, the rear panel is no exception. High qua lity audio connectors, with balanced XLR mic,Line, insert and direct output ¼” jack sockets on every input. Main outputs are again on balanced XLR, and all group and auxiliary outputs are on ¼” jack sockets.

Power Supply

The CDC Four includes a robust internal switch mode power supply, which will operate with incre dibly low noise levels on all worldwide voltages.

Cadac Remote Manager

CRM4 for Android and iPad provides an easy, intuitive way to remotely control the CDC4 with a tablet via WiFi for easy setup. Virtually all aspects and functions of the CDC4 can be remotely driven from the tablet and real-time feedback like metering is available. Multiple tablets can be connected to the CDC4 to allow monitoring and control of different functions at the same time.

Megacomms Card

I/O Rack

Using the optional CDC I/O rack, the desk can be expanded with another 16 to 32 microphone channels. Connection between the desk and stage rack is achieved using a high speed comms system,and will make the expansion ideal for use as a dedicated stagerack, or equally can be loca ted next to your desk making all input connections easily accessible.Input gains on the expansion rack are digitally controlled, and have indicators for phantom power when selected on the desk.

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I/O Model: I/O 1608 – 16 inputs + 8 Outputs I/O 3216 – 32 inputs + 16 Outputs

Megacomms uses point to point paired links on BNC cables to allow bi-directional communication between connected units. Multiple pairs of Megacomms allow for full redundancy on top of what is already a very robust protocol incorporating checksum error checking.

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Features

CDC Four

Connector

Input (totals)

Mic/Line Inputs with insert (Local I/O)

3 pin female XLR or 1/4 inch jack socket

Additional Mic Input (Optional I/O Rack)

Up to 32

3 pin female XLR

Stereo Input Channel

1/4 inch jack socket

Talkback Mic

3 pin female XLR

Specification Channels

16 mono + 8 stereo (Console only)

48 mono + 8 Stereo (Console + I/O 3216)

Buses (totals)

Auxiliaries

Subgroups

Aux

Stereo Effects Return

Stereo Effects Bus (Internal only)

Input Impedance

1k2(mic) on XLR or 10k(line) on jack socket

Aux Switchable Pre/Post Fader

Nominal Input Level

+9dBu (-12dBFS)

Master L/R

Max. Input Level

+21dBu (0dBFS)

AFL (Stereo)

Max. Output Level

+21dBu (0dBFS)

PFL (Mono)

Mic Amp CMRR

Better than 50dB

Output (totals)

Connector

Signal to Noise

Better than 100dB

Subgroups

1/4 inch jack socket

Equivalent Input Noise (EIN)

128dB

Aux Outputs

1/4 inch jack socket

Dynamic Range

114dB

Master Stereo Output with Inserts

3 pin male XLR

THD

0.01%

Master Mono

3 pin male XLR

Frequency Response

20Hz ~ 40kHz

Stereo Monitor Out

1/4 inch jack socket

Crosstalk

Better than -100 dB

Mono Monitor Out

1/4 inch jack socket

Phase Response

Less than 10 degree at 20Hz

Direct Output

1/4 inch jack socket

Stereo Headphones

1/4 inch jack socket Digital Specification:

Digital Interface - MegaComms

AD/DA Converters

24 bit

Sample Frequency

96kHz

DSP Resolution

40 bit floating point

Bit Depth

24 bit

Sample Frequency

96kHz

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Cadac consoles have an unrivalled reputation for delivering flawless performance night after night year after year in all types of venues and on tour for every imaginable type of production. Live 1 is a new breed of Cadac console

Live 1 (1642)

providing the world famous Cadac sound and standards of performance in a compact form for the widest range of budget conscious touring production and fixed installation APPLICATION

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Console Features

• A ffordability and reliability for bands, small clubs, theatres, hire companies, touring and event productions, AV presentations and Houses of Worship. • 12 (8 mic, 4 stereo line), 20 (16 mic, 4 stereo line) and 28 (24 mic, 4 stereo line) channel configurations. • High quality steel construction. • Robust 2U 19” external power supply on all models. • 1642 can be 19” rack mounted.

Mixer Features • • • • • • •

New high performance microphone pre amplifier circuit. 4 band EQ with two swept mid sections. 6 auxiliary sends selectable in pairs either PRE or POST fader. 6 mono and 2 stereo auxiliary returns. 4 subgroups with 100mm faders, PFL, mute and pan controls. Comprehensive monitoring and metering. 100mm high quality faders.

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Channel Operation

Each channel features 6 auxiliary sends, configurable either pre or post fader in pairs from the Pre/Post selections in the Live 1 master section. Pan and routing control is fully selectable to all subgroups and / or the master output. Channel monitoring is available using the PFL button which is configurable either PFL or AFL using the mode selections in the Live 1 master section. Every channel comes complete with channel mutes, signal level LEDs including overload and high quality 100mm long throw faders.

Live 1 (2442)

All New Microphone Amplifiers

We have developed a new, high performance microphone pre amp circuit to deliver quality unrivalled in its class with full adjustment from 0 to 60dB. The microphone input is complimented with 48V phantom power and an 80Hz 12dB/octave highpass filter.

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The 4-band EQ utilised in all the Live 1 consoles is derived from the EQ used on all the larger Cadac analogue consoles. Giving up to 18dB of cut/boost to all frequencies, with two swept mid sections on the mono channels and 4 fixed bands on the stereo channels.

Live 1 (3242)

All channels feature and EQ-in switch to enable bypassing of the EQ section if required.

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Additional Inputs

The Master Section

All Live 1 consoles comprehensively feature 6 mono auxiliary returns and 2 stereo returns.The mono aux returns each come with level controls, as well as routing to Aux5 and Aux6 on return s1 to 4, enabling effects to be easily added to the foldback / monitoring mix.

Metering can be switched to monitor either the Groups/stereo returns or the aux send levels.

The stereo returns have their own dedicated 100mm faders, balance control, PFL and mute switching, and routing to Aux5 and Aux6 when required. An additional LINE input is available for connecting an audio source for interval or pre-showmusic and other playback material without using up valuable stereo or mono inputs. The LINE input is routed directly to the L-R master output.

Outputs And Master Section

There are 4 fully featured subgroups each with its 100mm fader, pan control, PFL and mute switching. Control and monitoring of the Master Output on the Live 1 is provided via a high quality 100mm stereo fader, and features a mono summing selection, PFL and mute switching and dedicated 10 segment bargraph metering. The Master Section features additional comprehensive 10 segment bargraph metering,which is switchable to monitor either the group outputs / Stereo returns or the 6 auxiliary send levels. PFL / AFL monitoring is achieved with dedicated 10 segment bargraph meters. Master selection for PFL / AFL mode and AFL level is also available. PRE / POST auxiliary selection is controlled globally from the Master Section. Simple switching for each pair of auxiliaries sends. Talkback via a dedicated phantom powered XLR socket can be routed to all auxiliaries,subgroups orthe L-R master output. The Master Section is completed with Headphone and Monitor output level controls.

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The LIVE1 features six mono auxiliary returns and two stereo returns. The mono aux returns each come with level controls, as well as routing to aux5 and aux6 (RTN 1-4), enabling effects to be added to a foldback mix. The stereo returns have dedicated 100mm faders, balan ce controls, PFL and mute switching,with routing to aux5 and aux6, when required.

Power Supply

The Live 1 1642, 2442 and 3242 come with a durable external 2U switch mode power supply. All models operated with incredibly low noise levels on all worldwide voltages.

There are four, fully featured, subgroups each with 100mm faders, pan controls, PFL and mutes. Talkback is available, via a dedicated XLR socket with 48V phantom power. There is press to talk routing to all auxiliaries, subgroups or the L-R master output.

Real Panel

The comprehensive array of connections on the Live 1 features mic, line inputs and direct outputs on every microphone channel. Master output connectors on balanced XLR sockets and 3-pin XLR gooseneck lamp connectors. All XLR and 1.4” jack sockets are high quality, high durability types.

Twin output meters for monitoring the AFL/PFL signal levels. Switchable AFL/PFL mode selector, AFL level is independently adjustable. PRE/POST auxiliary selection is controlled globally from this section. A one button press option for each pair of the six auxiliary sends. LINE IN control allows level adjustment of the LINE INPUT on the rear panel. Routed directly to the L-R master it is ideal for connecting an audio source for pre-show music, and other playback material without using up a valuable stereo or mono inputs. Control and monitoring of the Master output on the LIVE1is provided via a high quality stereo 100mm fader,mono summing selection, PFL/Mute selection and dedicated 10 segment bargraph metering.

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Live 1 Specification

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Live 1 1642

Live 1 2442

Input (totals)

Channels

1642 (8 Mono 4 Stereo)

Mono Inputs with insert (Mic)

3 pin female XLR

2442 (16 Mono 4 Stereo)

Stereo Input Channel (Line)

1/4 inch jack socket

3242 (24 mono 4 Stereo)

Stereo Effects Return (Line)

1/4 inch jack socket

Auxiliaries 6 Mono (Switchable8 Pre Post Fader 16in Pairs) Mono inputs with inserts (Mic)

FEATURES Inputs (total)

Live1 1642 Live1 2442 Live1 3242 35

43 24

3 pin female XLR

¼inch jack socket

3 pin female XLR

Mono Aux Return (Line)

1/4 inch jack socket

Talkback Mic

3 pin female XLR

Stereo Mono Effectsaux Return return (line)

4 (2 Stereo)

Talkback mic Mono Effects Return

6 Balanced Jack

(total) InputBusses Impedance

15 15k Ohms electronically Balanced15

Buses (totals)

Subgroups

Aux Pre Fader (Monitor)

Aux Post Fader (Effects)

Aux Switchable Pre/Post Fader

Master L/R

PFL (Mono)

AFL (Stereo)

Stereo effects return (line)

Subgroups

Aux Level switchable Pre/Post fader Max. Input +21dBu Balanced 6

Max. Output Level PFL (mono)

+21dBu

AFL (stereo) Mic Amp CMRR

2 to 20kHz) Better than or equal2 to -50dBu (20Hz

Outputs Signal to Noise

-89dB at Unity Gain

Output Impedance

Aux Pre Fader (Monitor)

50 Ohms (Balanced Outputs)

NominalAux Input PostLevel Fader (Effects) 0 dBu Master LR

Subgroups with inserts

¼inch jack socket

THD+NMaster output with inserts Less than 0.02% (20Hz to 20kHz) 2 2

3 pin male XLR

¼inch jack socket

110dB, 20Hz to 20kHz unweighted

Monitor out Frequency Response

2 20Hz to 60kHz ± 0.5dB

Crosstalk Stereo Headphones

Better than or equal1 to -80dBu (20Hz 1 to 20kHz) Better than 5 degrees at 20Hz

Direct Output

Output

PROJECT FINE TUNING WITH VARIETY OF OUTPUT CHANNEL OPTIONS

Aux outputs

Subgroupswith Inserts

1/4 inch jack socket

Phase ResponseFeatures Additional

Aux Outputs

1/4 inch jack socket

2 100-240V operation 2 2 Rack Mounting ¼inch jack socket Desk lamp output (12V/5W)External Power Supply Power Supply 2U 19"

Master Output with Inserts

3 pin male XLR

Monitor Out

1/4 inch jack socket

Direct Output

1/4 inch jack socket

Stereo Headphones

19” Rack mount option

yes

Dimension 1642

19” Rack Mount Option

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1/4 inch jack socket

STEREO CONTROL WITH FLEXIBLE OPTION

2442

3242

Additional Features Desk Lamp Output (12V/5W)

VARIABLE FACILITIES TO MAXIMISE MIX FLEXIBILITY COMPREHENSIVELY SPECIFIED AT EVERY LEVEL

Dynamic Range

Connector Type

Stereo inputs (line) Subgroups

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18kg Width 436 mm

25kg Width

610 mm

Height

28kg Width

784 mm

180 mm Depth

560 mm

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Console Features • Small, compact, cost-effective design. • Cadac audio quality and build at an economical price. • Ideally suited to corporate and industrial events, venues, repertory theatre and PA rental. • Realign layout configuration, with Cadac’s unique design to slot any module in any position. • Four frame sizes – 17, 25, 33 and 41 way. • Expandable and linkable using optional bus connector.

The Cadac name epitomises a blend of innovative electronic design and excellence of audio quality, supported by reliable performance and service simplicity in the great British tradition. The S-type is Cadac’s answer to market requests for a compact, flexible and cost-effective mixing console. S-type consoles are built to endure, using the highest quality components, complemented by innovative electronic mechanical designs.

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High Quality Microphone Amplifier

The S-type’s microphone amplifier provides 60dB of gain and a 20dB pad for the line level inputs, the input includes phasere versal and 48V phantom power facilities.

The S-type’s specification includes the same high quality mic input and a 4-band fully parametric EQ that were originally designed for the J-type live production console, providing an unequalled level of performance compared with competitive console designs.

Listen and PFL

The S-type offers extended listen facilities. Monitoring can be through either Amplifier/loudspeakers or headphones, each with its own level control for comfortable listening. Alternatively, monitoring can be purely visual using the dual channel LED bargraph metering. The flexible PFL monitoring can hold multiple channels and clear the selection with a press of a button.

Direct Output

Both mono and stereo input channels feature a variable level direct output – providing a post fader signal such as required for multi-track recording.

Subgroups and Panning

A variety of input channel options plus enhanced sub-group routing with a selectable and dedicated stereo bus, including the ability to pan the signal across the bus.

Full Range Metering

The input gain level is displayed on a 12-segment LED meter mounted in the visible sightline adjacent to the 100mm P+G channel fader for instant feedback and operator control.

Module Features • • • • • • • •

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Stereo input channel with line inputs Fully balanced direct output with level control 8 switchable PRE/POST auxiliary sends, two of which are stereo 10 x 8 output matrix Inserts on inputs, sub groups and matrix Fully assignable DC (VCA) masters Comprehensive metering, with full range LED meters on inputs and outputs Full size 100mm Penny & Giles faders

EQ and VCA Group Assignment

Assignment versatility across all functions. The EQ can be bypassed or switched in to the signal path as required, and can also be selected to the PRE insert. In addition, the S-type is fitted with a fixed frequency high pass filter.

Auxiliary Sends - 6 mono and 2 stereo

With 6 mono and 2 stereo, the aux sends reflect live performance demands for foldback and monitoring. Sends 1 and 2 are dedicated stereo auxiliaries, with both level and pan control.To give allocation for foldback and monitoring, all sends are individually selectable and each can be selected PRE fader.

The S-type’s flexible assignment facilities enable every input channel to be assigned to one or more DC (VCA) master group fader(s) as required. The VCA masters can also be configured as Mute Groups if required.

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Matrix Output with 8 Matrix Sends

The Matrix Output features variable output level control with full range metering. In addition to the individual PFL and MUTE selection, a switchable INSERT, and a useful ON switch are also provided. The Sub Group outputs can be re-mixed to the 8 matrix outputs, using the 4 dual-concentric level send controls. Additionally, the stereo master output can be re-mixed to all matrix outputs as L-R pairs or summed mono.

Mono and Stereo Auxiliary Outputs

Both mono and stereo aux output masters are available, and can be combined to a maximum of 6 mono aux master modules and 2 stereo aux master modules per console. Each aux master has its own full metering, providing at a glance the state of all output levels, plus output level control, MUTE and PFL selections.

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Stereo Masters

In addition to the groups, the S-type features a dedicated stereo master output with its own fader. To provide even more flexibility, the stereo output can also be re-routed to the matrix outputs – either as a stereo pair or as a summed mono signal. This send can be selected pre-fader if required.

Power Supplies

Each S-type console requires an S-type external power supply unit. The 2U power supplies are suitable for rack-mounting or flight cases and are connected via a shielded multicore cable with 6-pole military circular bayonet connectors at each end. Each console may be powered from two independent power supply systems, operating simultaneously for continuous redundant operation.

Frame

Flexibility is central to the S-type’s design. Multiple frames are linkable to make a larger format console quickly and easily, via optional bus connectors. As with all standard Cadac console designs, users can mix and match the S-type’s modules, moving them in the frame to suit a given requirement and giving complete configuration control. The S-type construction, allows multiple frames to be positioned, so that modules are almost adjacent. Internal audio bussing is balanced and uses ribbon cables.

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All power bussing is also routed via ribbon cables. Frame mounted inputs include diode mixed power inlets, earth points, a headphone jack, bus expansion connectors, main stereo output XLRs,main stereo insert point jacks and gooseneck lamp XLRs. The frame also incorporates multiple cooling fans. The four sizes of frame available comprise 17, 25, 33 and 41 module positions. These allow for the standard configurations of 8, 12, 20 and 28 mic inputs, with 4 stereo lines, 4 or 8 group/ VCA groups, and a stereo master/ talkback / oscillator / comms module choices. Alternatively any combination of modules can be fitted. The only limits are a maximum of 8 output groups and 1 oscillator / comms module in a system. A system can comprise multiple frames. Each module may be located into any position within the console frame to accommodate for personal preferences in layout.

Specification

Real Panel

Channels

17-41maximum

Auxiliaries

6 mono 2 stereo

Sub groups

Matrix outputs

DC masters

Input impedance

Console Features • • • • • • • • •

S tereo input channel with line inputs A fully balanced Direct Output with level control 8 switchable POST and PRE fader auxiliary Sends - two of which are stereo 10 x 8 Output Matrix Inserts on Inputs, Subgroups and Matrix Full assignable DC (VCA) master Comprehensive metering with full range LED meters on inputs and outputs Full size 100mm Penny & Giles Faders

- Microphone

lk2 ohms

- Line

10k ohms

Nominal input level

0dBu

Max. input level

+21dBu balanced

Max. output level

+21dBu

CMRR

-65dBu (20Hz- 20kHz)

Signal to noise

-105dBu at unity gain

Dynamic range

119dB,20Hz to 20kHz unweighted

THD

0.005% (20Hz to 20 kHz)

Frequency response

10Hz to 70kHz (+0, -3dBu)- input to output

Crosstalk

-85dBu (20Hz to 20 kHz)

Phase response

Better than 5 degrees at 20Hz

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For any sound hire company or theatre, investing in a new console is a major step. Of vital importance is the console’s ability to deliver the range of functionality required both now and in the future - for each and every type of project. Flexibility is essential - enabling users to configure the desk to suit the job in hand, without compromise, and equally importantly, to combine this with intuitive operation during a performance. Sophisticated facilities need to be matched by exceptional reliability in the often hostile conditions that are typcal of live sound applications. Cadac consoles have an impressive track record when it comes to delivering faultless performances night after night, year after year, on almost every imaginable type of production. For critical applications where quality is paramount, the Cadac name signifies top quality audio within a rugged, reliable package.

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Console Features • F rame sizes to accommodate from 26 to 63 module positions • Up to 4 mixer frames and 256 channels can be combined as a single system • Any of the modules can be used in any position, in any of the frames • Performance flexibility with Cadac’s unique programmable modules There is an impressive range of input modules to choose from for the J-Type, underlining its performance capabilities - users can combine the original mono inputs with the programmable dual input and stereo input channels to get the precise routing and mix required for every cue. This is complemented by the J-Type’s versatile matrix - with up to 16sub and 32 matrix group outputs. The J-Type was the first console to feature Cadac’s unique frame design,

Mixer Features which allows users to put any module in any position, thus configuring the console to suit the project in hand. Each module is fitted with XLR connectors and jack sockets on the rear vertical face,enabling the module to be moved quickly and easily. For audio quality, the J-Type maintains the Cadac tradition for exceptional performance. All of the inputs, insertion send/returns and outputs are electro nically balanced, as are all audio mixing busses. The J-Type Live Production console epitomises Cadac’s innovative design approach.

• Recall all pot and switch settings on a cue by cue basis • 16 Sub Group and 32 Matrix outputs • 12 auxiliary group outputs • VCA channel faders and Sub Groups can be controlled by any one of 15 DC Master faders • Full talkback communications • Central Control with Local Memory • Oscillator/Pink Noise Generator/PFL system • Dual power supply system • Unique 120mm LED meter by the side of each channel fader • 20 segment LED meter, reading over a range of 57db on all outputs • Direct outputs on all channels, selectable Pre/Post faders • Direct inject with level pots to sub group and matrix group mix busses The Cadac name has been synonymous with top quality sound mixing consoles since 1968 - from its earliest designs for recording studios and broadcast applications, through to the latest sound reinforcement consoles. Cadac is the industry-standard choice for leading musical productions, prestigious theatre installations, and the international touring circuit, underlining the breadth of the current Cadac product base.

The world’s leading sound designers regularly specify Cadac for the most demanding show duties – Andrew Bruce, Steve Kennedy,Martin Levan, Tony Meola, and Richard Ryan – to name but a few.High profile Rock’n’Roll tours rely on Cadac technology to deliver quality performances even in the most hostile conditions - such asThe Rolling Stones, The Verve and Foreigner. The Cadac name epitomises a blend of innovative electronic design and excellence of audio quality, supported by reliable performance and service simplicity in the great British tradition. Cadac consoles are built to endure, using the highest quality components, complemented by innovative electronic and mechanical designs. Design and test are all conducted at the company’s comprehensive facilities in Luton, Bedfordshire, UK, which are equipped with the latest CAD design equipment and state-of-the-art test equipment. In the field, a global network of Cadac dealers provides fast access to local technical expertise, complemented by Cadac’s responsive help line service.

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Automation

The J-Type provides a sophisticated level of automation when supplemented by Cadac’s Sound Automation Manager for Windows®, in conjunction with the programmable modules. The console’s Central Control Module interfaces to a standard PC, with the Sound Automation Manager handling cue management,routing and VCA automation - supported by comprehensive visual feedback of all routing and variable functions, including fader positions. For additional flexibility, all console programming for a production can be implemented off-line, porting to the on-line console PC via the Ethernet LAN.

Frame

The J-Type is constructed from extruded aluminium bearers, fixed to 7mm two-part aluminium end profiles. This allows multiple frames to be positioned so that modules are almost adjacent. Internal audio bussing is balanced and uses ribbon cables, with ‘floating’ connectors fitted on to steel cradles. Data busses use dedicated ribbon cable. All power bussing is rated at 40A per rail. Frame-mounted input connectors include diode-mixed power inlets, earth points, headphone and Littlite connections, as well as optional bus expansion connectors. The frames incorporate multiple cooling fans with a 5- speed control. Any frame size maybe specified from 25 to 63 modules wide.

Module

Connectors

The J-Type module’s design features a motherboard, with plug-in daughter boards for all audio and digital control functions.

Audio connections will be determined by the user’s specification and whether a patchbay is required.

This ensures servicing simplicity and fast replace ment of any faulty component. Each module may be plugged into any position in the console frame, by means of a top quality two-part connector system, which is designed as a mating pair to provide excellent mechanical and electrical reliability.

XLR type connectors are standard for all inputs and outputs. 1⁄4” jack sockets are used for insert sends and returns.

A rail system is used to guide each module into its correct position. The console design allows modules to be removed or inserted without powering down.

Two other possible variations are: • Military standard round multi way connectors for a touring system, with a separate patch bay. • Varelco multi way connectors for a fixed installation, with a separate patch bay.

Power Supply

Each J-Type console requires the following: - ±18v for the audio electronics - +13v for LEDs, relays and logic circuits - +48v for phantom powering of microphones The power supplies are suitable for rack-mounting or flight cases, and are connected via a heavy duty, shielded multicore cable with military circular bayonet connectors at each end. Each console may be powered by two independent power supply systems, operating simultaneously.

Finish

All Cadac J-type front panels are machined from custom-designed 3mm aluminium extrusion, which is stove enamelled, silk-screened and lacquered. The silk-screened legend is designed to withstand arduous operating conditions. Custom-made flight cases are available for the J-Type console, as required.

Standards

The J-Type is designed to the following standards: EN55103-1:1997 EN55103-2:1997 EN60065:1998

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Specification Frame sizes

Custom 26 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 63 Slots

Input impedance (Line)

10k Ohm electronically balanced

Multi Frame

Yes

Input Impedance (Mic)

1k2 Ohms

Channels

24 - 128 maximum

Nominal input level

0dBu

Auxiliaries

10 mono 1 stereo

Max. input level

+21dBu (balanced)

Sub groups

Max. output level

+21dBu

Matrix outputs

CMRR

-85dB (50Hz - 10kHz)

Total Busses

Signal to noise

-105dBu at unity gain

DC masters

Dynamic range

119dB, 20Hz to 20kHz unweighted

Automation

SAM (Full)

THD

0.009% @ 1kHz, 10dB gain, +4dBu

Motor Fader Option

Yes

Frequency response

Balance Busses

Yes

Hand Tuned CMRR / Balance

Yes

Example Configuration:

Frame Combination

5Hz to 65kHz +/- 0.5dB

32 Mono + 4 Stereo, 12 Groups, 24 Matrix

52 slots

Crosstalk

>-80dB at 10kHz

64 Mono + 4 Stereo, 16 Groups, 32 Matrix

52 + 36 slots

Phase response

Better than 9 degrees @ 20Hz

96 Mono + 8 Stereo, 16 Groups, 32 Matrix

48 + 40 + 40 slots*

*Console configured with fully programmable modules.

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Typical 62 module frame; all modules can be put in any position freely. Custom-made frames are available from 26 to 63 modules.

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The M16 builds on Cadac’s history at the forefront of highend professional audio development, encompassing the sound of the classic Cadac microphone amplifier in a compact, 19” 3U rack multichannel format. It is equally suitable for live, broadcast, recording, as well as general applications, and has been engineered to deliver exceptional fidelity and reliability.

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The Output

One output is available on balanced 3 pin XLR, with an additional two complete sets of Channels 1-16 on two 37-way “D” type connectors. All outputs provide signal level compensation whereby if one leg is shorted to ground, the other leg doubles its amplitude to compensate.

Digital Output

An optical MADI output, providing selectable 48kHz and 96kHz sample rates, is provided as standard, allowing interoperation with both digital consoles and workstations. The M16 also conforms to both 56ch MADI and 64ch Extended MADI protocols. (AES10 - 2003).

System Configuration

The M16 has been designed to be used in a multi-channel configuration and as such, up to 32 x M16 units can easily be controlled within any one system using an RS-485 communications backbone. This provides full control of up to 512 microphone channel functions. Provision is also made to bus link the PFL Bus through all of the M16s in the system, enabling SOLO of all available microphone channels from a single M16’s PFL headphone socket. Unlike many other remote controlled systems, a total of 4 x RM16 optional Remote Controllers can also be integrated into a single networked system, providing M16 control from multiple locations. This configuration additionally offers the ability to simultaneously view up to 64 channels of metering if all the Controllers are together.

Features:

• 1 6 classic Cadac high quality microphone amplifiers in a 3U 19” rack. • Ideal mic amp upgrade for all consoles, workstations and recording equipment. • Integral three-way active split per amplifier channel plus a combined MADI output. • Multiple remote control options.

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The Microphone Amplifier

Each of the 16 microphone amplifiers provide the following facilities: • Adjustable gain from 10dB to 60dB in 5dB steps • 20dB Pad • 48V phantom power • Signal reverse • High Pass Filter, 60Hz @ 12dB/octave • Signal level indication

Control

All control functions for each of the 16 mic channels are easily accessed from the front panel or via the dedicated RM16 Remote Controller. Each microphone amplifier channel output has an integral 3-way balanced active splitter. This effectively negates the need and expense of additional splitters.

Performance

In keeping with Cadac’s philosophy of providing optimum audio quality, the M16 provides generous headroom throughout the whole system with extended bandwidth and a flat frequency response. Both distortion and phase shift are very low, even when operating at high gain.All input and output circuits are carefully hand-tuned by Cadac’s skilled engineers for maximum performance,providing optimal Common Mode Rejection, whilst the output drivers are hand-tuned to provide optimum balanced performance enabling the M16 to drive over long cable runs - in excess of 500 metres.

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Analogue Output - all outputs are electronically balanced Impedance:

33 ohm in series with 1000uF (balanced)

Nominal Load Impedance

600 ohms

Maximum input level (10dB gain with PAD out) +21dBu

Nominal Output Level:

0 dBu

Maximum input level (20dB gain with PAD in)

+21dBu

CMRR

better than 100dB

Max. Output Level

+22.5dBu in to 600ohms

Signal to Noise: (10Hz – 20kHz)

-97dBu at 10dB gain, -67dBu at 60dB gain

Output Balance

better than 70dB (10Hz – 20kHz)

Dynamic Range:

120dB

Digital Output

Frequency Response: (10dB Gain, 200 ohm source)

10Hz to 100kHz, ±0dB.

Protocol

MADI (Multi-channel Audio Digital Interface)

Forma

Compliant to AES-10-2003

Gain Range:

10dB to 60dB in 5dB steps

Equivalent Input Noise with 200 ohms source impedance (DIN bandwidth)

-105dBu at unity gain

Measured with gain at 60dB

-127dB

28 channel at 96kHz (+/-12.5 % varispeed)

Specification

Measured with gain at 10dB

-107dB

64 channel at 48kHz

Total Harmonic Distortion Gain set at +10dB

0.003% (1Khz)

32 channel at 96kHz

Crosstalk: (10dB gain, input level 0dBu)

-80dB at 10kHz

Phantom Power

+48VDC, 14mA (per channel)

Duty cycle 50% (TTL Level),

High Pass Filter

-3dB Frequency 60Hz

Slope

-12dB per octave

Termination BNC, 75 Ω impedance

M16 Specifications Note: 0dBu = 0.775v rms without reference to impedance. Unless otherwise stated, all specifications given below apply to the frequency range 20Hz to 20kHz.All noise measurements are rms, and made with a DIN audio band filter (-3dB points at 22Hzand 22kHz) in circuit.

Microphone Input Input Impedance

Optional RM16 Remote Control The M16 was conceived to be a workhorse, and to back this up, a unique feature of the M16 is that a total of 4 x RM16 remote control units can be connec ted into one system, enabling up to 64 channels to be metered simultaneously, or providing remote control units at various positions within a venue. An example of this could be in a theatre where the mix position may vary between a control room and a FOH cockpit. Therefore the ability to use multiple controllers within one

system, at different locations, provides a very flexible approach. The M16/RM16 control protocol is based is based on the RS-485 standard, enabling remote control distances in excess of 500m when using the recommended communications cable. The M16/RM16 control protocol is based is based on the RS-485 standard. Therefore when using the recommended communications cable as specified by Cadac, remote control distances can be in excess of 500m.

1k2 (electronically balanced)

General

Optional X16 MADI Merger The X16 combines the MADI streams from up to 4 x M16s into a combined stream down a single cable with up to 64 channels.The M16/X16 combination is a simple but elegant solution for integrating multiple M16 live stage racks with multiple distribution possibilities for FOH, Monitors, DAW, Broadcast, for systems integration into outside broadcast vehicles and broadcast machinerooms, or for providing a superior front end to remote/fixed recording systems.Housed in a single unit 19” rackmount case with internal powersupply, the X16 can receive 4 optical SC input MADI streams(ordinarily from M16s), combine the channels and redistributethem to 8 outputs. (4 on SC optical, 4 on Coax.)

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Power Requirements

90 – 250VAC 50/60Hz

Power Consumption

110VA

Operating Temperature

0˚ to 40˚ C.

Dimensions in mm (WxHxD)

Sample rate Operational modes

Synchronisation

56 channel at 48kHz (+/-12.5 % varispeed)

Word clock (selectable Internal/External)

Connectors

16 x XLR-3F (pin 2 hot)

Analogue Inputs

Split 1: 16 x XLR-3M

Analogue Outputs

Split 2: 37 way Dsub Split 3: 37 way Dsub

PFL In

1/4 Inch TRS Jack (balanced)

PFL Out

1/4 Inch TRS Jack (balanced)

3RU x 420mm (inc. projections)

MADI Output

SC Duplex

Unit Weight

8kG (18lbs)

Remote In

XLR-3F, RS-485

Average Shipping Weight

12kG (26lbs)

Remote Out

XLR-3M, RS-485

Accessories

Operation manual, USB cable.

Computer Interface

USB Type B downstream

Optional

RM16 Remote Control Unit X16 MADI Merger

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