Api-audio 1608 Recording Console User Manual

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9 2.0 548B Channel Module The 548B Channel module provides a single audio path for bringing signals into the console for mixing and/or routing to e

10 2.1 440B Fader Module 2.2 Mute/Solo Section The 548B Channel module provides a comprehensive set of solo and mute controls including:

11 MUTE GRP (Mute Group): Assigns the channel to the master Mute Group  All channels assigned to the master Mute Group will mute when the MUTE G

12 The controls for the 548B Preamp section function as follows: GAIN: Provides up to +65dB of gain for the Microphone and +45dB for the Instrum

13 2.4 Echo/Auxiliary Sends The controls for the 548B mono Echo/Auxiliary Sends 1-4 function as follows: The controls for the 548B s

14 TO BUS: Routes the output of stereo Send 7 and 8 directly to the Summing Bus 1-4 assignment section. When TO BUS is engaged the send functions as

15 The controls for the 548B Routing and Output section function as follows: PGM (Program): Assigns the channel output to the Program Bus 

16 2.6 550A Discrete 3-Band Equalizer The legendary API 550A Equalizer is installed on channels 1-12 in the standard 1608 configuration. The 550A

17 2.7 560 Discrete 10-Band Graphic Equalizer The classic API 560 Equalizer is installed on channels 13-16 in the standard 1608 configuration. The

18 2.7 548B Connections The rear panel connections for the 548B Channel module are as follows: DIRECT OUTPUT:  Balanced, Line-lev

1 Important Safety Instructions 1. Please read these instructions 2. Keep this Manual in a safe place 3. Do not use this console near water 4.

19 3.0 E1608 Echo Send/Return Module The E1608 Echo Send/Return module serves multiple functions and contributes greatly to the extensive flexibi

20 3.1 Echo Send Section The Echo Send section has the following features:  Flexible input sources (including a combined external input)  O

21 The controls for E1608 Echo Send section function as follows: VU RET (Return): Routes the output of the Echo Return section to the meter in p

22 Echo Returns Input: Accepts the balanced, line-level input from the ECHO RETURNS INPUT 1-8 sub-D connector on the rear panel.  The Echo Retur

23 The controls for the E1608 Echo Return output section function as follows: Important Note: Unlike the pan-pot in the 548B Channel module, the

24 AUX IN: Selects the Echo Return Auxiliary Input as the input for the Echo Return  Illuminates when engaged NOTE: The signals from the Echo Retu

25 3.4 E1608 Connections The rear panel connections for the E1608 Echo Send/Return module are as follows: ECHO SENDS EXTERN

26 4.0 168B Summing Bus Sub-master Module The 168B Summing Bus Sub-master Module provides control and routing for the eight Summing Buses, also

27 4.1 Summing Bus Sub-masters The Summing Bus Sub-masters (labeled SUB 1-8) are the final stage before the Summing Bus outputs are fed to the BUS

28 5.0 268B Program Bus Output Masters and Monitor Output Module The 268B Program Bus Output Masters and Monitor Output module provides three fun

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29 5.1 Program Bus Output Masters The controls for the 268B Left and Right Program Bus Output Masters (PGM L and PGM R) function as follows:

30 5.2 440B Stereo Master Fader Module 5.3 Monitor Output Controls The controls for each 268B Monitor Output function as follows: ON: O

31 5.4 268B Connections The rear panel connections for the 268B Program Bus Output Master and Monitor Output module are as follows: PRO

32 6.0 845B Control Room Monitor Control Module The 845B Control Room Monitor Control module provides two functions:  Selection and volume cont

33 6.1 Monitor Control Section 845B Monitor Control section provides a comprehensive set of controls for up to three Control Room Monitor systems

34 6.2 Monitor Source Selectors The 845B Monitor Source Selectors (CR SOURCE) provide a choice of nine different sources to feed the Control Room m

35 6.3 845B Connections The rear panel connections for the 845B Control Room Monitor Control module are as follows: 6 TRACK PLAYBACK 1

36 7.0 840B Central Facilities Module The 840B Central Facilities provides several ancillary console functions. The control sections are included

37 7.1 Stereo Headphone Amplifier The 840B Stereo Headphone Amplifier is designed for use by the engineer or others in the Control Room. It has th

38 T/B TO AUX LEVEL: Volume control for the Talkback to the enabled Auxiliary Buses  Located adjacent to the T/B TO AUX button T/B ALL (Talkback t

3 Introduction Thank you for choosing API’s 1608 analog mixing console. Whether you are a newcomer to API or are already a part of the more than

39 NOTE: Channels and Echo Returns must be assigned to the Program Bus for Solo-In-Place for their mutes to activate when other channels or Echo Retu

40 7.7 Peak Threshold The 840B Peak Threshold section allows the selection of one of six Peak Thresholds. When the signal in a channel crosses the

41 7.9 840B Connections The rear panel connections for the 840B Central Facilities module are as follows: NOTE: The screened pinout on the r

42 8.0 Meter Bridge The 1608 Meter Bridge provides illuminated VU Meter display for the following outputs:  Channel Preamp  Channel Direct Output

43 8.3 Echo Send/Return Meters 8.4 Power Supply Voltage Indicators 8.5 Talkback Microphone The built-in Talkback Microphone is locat

44 9.0 Rear Panel 9.1 548B Channel Module Connections The rear panel connections for the 548B Channel module are as follows: DIRECT OUTPU

45 9.2 E1608 Echo Send/Return Connections The rear panel connections for the E1608 Echo Send/Return module are as follows: 9.2.1 Echo Sends

46 9.3 168B Summing Bus Sub-master (ACA) Connections The rear panel connections for the 168B Summing Bus Sub-master module are as follows:

47 9.5 268B Control Room Monitor Output Connections The rear panel connections for the 268B Monitor Outputs are as follows: 9.6 845B 6-Track P

48 9.7 840B Ancillary Connections The rear panel connections for the 840B Central Facilities module are as follows: 9.7.1 Talkback Remote Port an

4 Table of Contents 1.0 Overview 2.0 548B Channel Module 2.1 440B Fader Module 2.2 Mute/Solo Section 2.3 Preamp Section 2.4 Echo/Auxiliary S

49 9.8 Expander Port The Expander Port is interfaced with a single 90-Pin male Elco connector. 9.9 Power Supply Unit Connection The Powe

50 10.0 Application Guide The API 1608 is a highly versatile audio production console and is at home with a wide variety of applications including: 

51 Multitrack Recording Scenario #1 The diagram below shows the connections between a 1608 and a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) with 24 line inputs

52 Multitrack Recording Scenario #2 The diagram below shows the connections as above, except the mix return from the DAW is routed directly to the 8

53 10.2 Multichannel Mixing This setup uses the 1608 as a return path and mixer from a multitrack recorder, DAW, stage, or other sources. It can be

54 17) The mix of the multitrack returns could be routed back to the console via channels, echo returns, an external control room monitor input, or ev

55 (Center, Sub, Ls, Rs). When the PRE button is engaged, Aux Sends 7 and 8 are fed pre-fader. This provides independent control when a channel is al

56 Mix Output Connections The diagram below shows mix output connected to a DAW (or other mix recorder).

57 Basic Record and Mix Connections The diagram below shows the connections between a 1608 and a DAW (or other multitrack recorded) for both recordin

58 10.4 E1608 Echo Send Applications Echo Send Master:  Turn the Echo Send ON  Set the level to unity gain  The Echo Send is fed by the corr

5 9.0 Rear Panel 9.1 548B Channel Module Connections 9.2 E1608 Echo Send/Return Connections 9.2.1 Echo Sends 9.2.2 Echo Returns 9.2.3 Echo Retu

59 10.5 E1608 Echo Return Applications Echo Return/Mix Input:  Connect the output of the desired device (effects unit, recorder, DAW, etc.) to t

60 10.6 168B Summing Bus Sub-master Applications Multitrack and Audio Sub-group Master:  Use channel assignment buttons to feed the post-fader si

61 10.7 Echo Return 500 Slot Applications The console is equipped with eight Echo Return 500 Slots. These 500 Slots are built to power and interface

62 10.8 Rear Panel DB25 Wiring Diagrams The Rear panel DB25 connectors of the 1608 are wired as follows;

63 a. Warranty Information: This product carries a one year labor and a five year parts warranty from date of purchase. API (Automated Processe

64 Housekeeping: This is a great place to write down the serial number of your 1608 console and your purchase information, just in case you need th

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7 1.0 Overview Building on API's rich heritage of extremely high quality recording consoles, we are proud to introduce the new Model 1608, a ful

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