Cadac M16 User Manual

Remote ControlledMicrophone AmplifierM16

1-2M16 Microphone Amplifier Revision MA2005-7Replace the blown fuse with an identical type. See Fuse Types be-low for further details.Refit the fuse h

1-3Revision MA2005-7 M16 Microphone Amplifier1.4 ServicingThere are no serviceable parts contained within the M16. Refer all servicing to your CADAC d

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2-1Revision MA2005-7 M16 Microphone Amplifier2 Important information2.1 UnpackingThe packaging for the M16 is designed to safely contain and protect t

2-2M16 Microphone Amplifier Revision MA2005-72.2 Operational considerationsAC mains voltageThe M16 is intended for use throughout the world and theref

3-1Revision MA2005-7 M16 Microphone Amplifier3 The M16 Microphone Amplifier3.1 M16 Front panel1. Channel Number2. Signal Overload Indicator3. Signal P

3-2M16 Microphone Amplifier Revision MA2005-73.2 M16 Rear Panel1. Mains Inlet, Fuse and Power switch2. Ground Stud3. RS-485 Remote Communications Outp

3-3Revision MA2005-7 M16 Microphone Amplifier3.3 Connecting up your M163.3.1 Mains powerMake sure that your IEC power connector is wired correctly (se

3-4M16 Microphone Amplifier Revision MA2005-7MADISee MADI Output, 3.6 MADI Output, for details on using the MADI digital audio interface.3.3.4 Power O

3-5Revision MA2005-7 M16 Microphone Amplifier3.4.3 MUTE switch16 MUTE switches are also provided to allow the operator to mute any of the 16 microphon

Remote Controlled Microphone AmplifierInstallation & User ManualM16

3-6M16 Microphone Amplifier Revision MA2005-73.4.7 Channel Control Section ParametersThe Channel Control Section consists of the following features:

3-7Revision MA2005-7 M16 Microphone AmplifierPhantom Power Switch: 48v48v Phantom Power can be provided on each microphone channel individually by ena

3-8M16 Microphone Amplifier Revision MA2005-73.6.1 Connecting the MADI OutputThe MADI optical Duplex SC housing is located beneath the PFL bus link co

3-9Revision MA2005-7 M16 Microphone AmplifierIn 96kHz sampling mode, the number of channels available on the MADI data stream is halved.Toggle the 64/

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4-1Revision MA2005-7 M16 Microphone Amplifier4 Remote control of the M164.1 IntroductionThe M16 is designed to allow remote control of all audio param

4-2M16 Microphone Amplifier Revision MA2005-74.4 Front Panel1. Channel Number2. 20 Segment LED Meter3. Pad Switch4. Polarity Reverse Switch5. Phantom

4-3Revision MA2005-7 M16 Microphone AmplifierMains power for the power adapter is supplied via a separate 3 pin IEC mains cable. Before connecting the

4-4M16 Microphone Amplifier Revision MA2005-74.7 Single M16, RM16 System ConnectionsUsing 100 ohm digital audio cable, connect one end to the OUT XLR-

4-5Revision MA2005-7 M16 Microphone Amplifier4.9 Power On SequenceThere is no requirement for a specific power-on sequence. Any unit within the system

iRevision MA2005-7 M16 Microphone AmplifierTable of ContentsTable of Contents ...iIntroduction ...

4-6M16 Microphone Amplifier Revision MA2005-7NOTE: If in a sub-menu and no buttons on the RM16 are pressed for a period of 30 seconds, the Control Men

4-7Revision MA2005-7 M16 Microphone Amplifier4.10.2 Control MenuThe Control Menu is presented on a 2 x 40 character LCD alphanu-meric display allowing

4-8M16 Microphone Amplifier Revision MA2005-7Repeat the process for each character.Once complete, press Return.Select Yes to save the new name into th

4-9Revision MA2005-7 M16 Microphone AmplifierSelect Yes to save the new name into the selected rack or No to abandon the edits.NOTE: If no selection i

4-10M16 Microphone Amplifier Revision MA2005-74.11 RM16 Meters16 channel meters are provided on the RM16, therefore providing comprehensive metering f

4-11Revision MA2005-7 M16 Microphone AmplifierAll 16 channels of the chosen Rack will then be metered on the RM16, while any channel parameter can als

4-12M16 Microphone Amplifier Revision MA2005-7switch will illuminate. To cancel Phantom Power, simply press the 48v switch again.NOTE: Phantom Power p

SPEC-1Revision MA2005-7 M16 Microphone AmplifierM16 SpecificationsNOTE: 0dB = 0.775V RMS without reference to impedance. Unless otherwise stated, all

SPEC-2M16 Microphone Amplifier Revision MA2005-7GeneralPower requirements: 90 - 250VAC 50/60HzPower Consumption: 110VAOperating Temperature: 0° to 40°

APP-1Revision MA2005-7 M16 Microphone AmplifierAppendicesConnector wiringM16: wiring for XLR-3F (Microphone Input)Pin 1: COMMONPin 2: Audio +Pin 3: Au

iiM16 Microphone Amplifier Revision MA2005-74 Remote control of the M16 ... 4-14.1 Introduction ...

APP-2M16 Microphone Amplifier Revision MA2005-7M16: wiring for 37-way D-sub female connector (Line Level OUT 3) Pin 1: Output 3-1 Audio +Pin 20: Outpu

APP-3Revision MA2005-7 M16 Microphone AmplifierM16: wiring for USB connectorPin 1: N/CPin 2: DATA +Pin 3: DATA –Pin 4: COMMONShell: COMMONImportant no

APP-4M16 Microphone Amplifier Revision MA2005-7CADAC USB ReProgramming UtilityCADAC will, from time to time, release firmware updates for the M16 in o

APP-5Revision MA2005-7 M16 Microphone AmplifierRunning the Sam ReProgramming UtilityMake sure that the M16 is switched on and the USB cable is con-nec

APP-6M16 Microphone Amplifier Revision MA2005-7SamFlasher will interrogate the USB port and display which devices are attached. In this case it will b

APP-7Revision MA2005-7 M16 Microphone AmplifierOnce selected, the file details will be displayed in the File box, giving file description, file size a

APP-8M16 Microphone Amplifier Revision MA2005-7M16 Software VersionTo check the software/firmware version of the M16 make sure that no PFL switches ar

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Warranty-1Revision MA2005-7 M16 Microphone AmplifierWarrantyDear Customer,We thank you for having purchased this CADAC product and hope you will have

iiiRevision 2005-7 M16 Microphone AmplifierIntroductionThank you for purchasing the M16 Remote Controlled Microphone Amplifier from CADAC Electronics

Warranty-2M16 Microphone Amplifier Revision MA2005-7

INDEX-1Revision MA2005-7 M16 Microphone AmplifierIndexNumerics64/32 56/28 MADI protocol switch 3-296kHz, 48kHz sample rate switch 3-2AAC mains connect

INDEX-2M16 Microphone Amplifier Revision MA2005-7GGain Control 4-11Gain decrement Switch 3-1Gain Increment Switch 3-1Gain Selection Meter 3-1, 3-6Grou

INDEX-3Revision MA2005-7 M16 Microphone AmplifierPpackaging 2-1Pad Switch 3-1Pad 3-6, 4-11PFL IN 3-2PFL Input Meter 3-1PFL Meter 3-6PFL OUT 3-2PFL Swi

INDEX-4M16 Microphone Amplifier Revision MA2005-7UUnpacking 2-1Updating M16 Firmware APP-4USB Indicator 3-1USB ReProgramming Utility APP-4WWord Clock

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ivM16 Microphone Amplifier Revision MA2005-7Features 16 channels of high performance microphone amplifiers. Ideal solution for touring, broadcast or

vRevision 2005-7 M16 Microphone AmplifierDeclaration of conformityThe Directives covered by this Declaration89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility d

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1-1Revision MA2005-7 M16 Microphone Amplifier1 Important Safety Instructions1.1 Mains CableThe supplied IEC mains cable must be correctly terminated b