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Live Sound Mixers C3248 C2448 C1648P • C1648 • C2448 • C3248 4-BUS MIXERS BROCHURE/ USER GUIDE C1648 C1648P c
Live Sound Mixers C3248 C2448 C1648P • C1648 • C2448 • C3248 4-BUS MIXERS BROCHURE/ USER GUIDE C1648 C1648P c
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... inch. times lower than .01%, every sound will quickly notice how everything in San Diego at local clubs, the heart of 0.02 recording using a single cable to record% 0.01 your L/R stereo mix direct to your computer for perfection by ers, Carvin has made the commitment to verify every function. porates the integral SwitchMode™ 90V- standards in the chan-d nels, adjust the monitor levels and...
... inch. times lower than .01%, every sound will quickly notice how everything in San Diego at local clubs, the heart of 0.02 recording using a single cable to record% 0.01 your L/R stereo mix direct to your computer for perfection by ers, Carvin has made the commitment to verify every function. porates the integral SwitchMode™ 90V- standards in the chan-d nels, adjust the monitor levels and...
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...; Adjustable Gain attenuator MASTER • 4 Sub Groups + L/R • Center/Sub output • 4 Buses Compressors • "Link" switches for compressors • 2 processors - 256 effects each • Effects to monitors • 2 9 band L/R-Moinitor EQ's • 2 USB power ports • USB L/R recording output • USB L/R PC input • Rear slots for wireless options (up to 4 wireless systems whether it be mics or belt-pack systems. This eliminates cable clutter. POWERED OPTION FOR C1648P Carvin's 4 channel DCM2004L amplifier is a great addition to control...
...; Adjustable Gain attenuator MASTER • 4 Sub Groups + L/R • Center/Sub output • 4 Buses Compressors • "Link" switches for compressors • 2 processors - 256 effects each • Effects to monitors • 2 9 band L/R-Moinitor EQ's • 2 USB power ports • USB L/R recording output • USB L/R PC input • Rear slots for wireless options (up to 4 wireless systems whether it be mics or belt-pack systems. This eliminates cable clutter. POWERED OPTION FOR C1648P Carvin's 4 channel DCM2004L amplifier is a great addition to control...
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... on every channel. CHANNEL MUTE SWITCH will send a channel's signal to a channel (pre fader listen) in groups of the channel. 6 6 Channel 1/4" LINE INPUTS Connect balanced and unbalanced instruments and line level sources such as drum machines, keyboards, ETC. To achieve a direct out from the 20-80 Hz LOW control. The ±15 dB boost or cut gives an overall 30 dB range for the sub-mix groups. The PAN control also works for powerful EQ control. CHANNEL INSERT/DIRECT OUT Insert channel effects, compressor, etc...
... on every channel. CHANNEL MUTE SWITCH will send a channel's signal to a channel (pre fader listen) in groups of the channel. 6 6 Channel 1/4" LINE INPUTS Connect balanced and unbalanced instruments and line level sources such as drum machines, keyboards, ETC. To achieve a direct out from the 20-80 Hz LOW control. The ±15 dB boost or cut gives an overall 30 dB range for the sub-mix groups. The PAN control also works for powerful EQ control. CHANNEL INSERT/DIRECT OUT Insert channel effects, compressor, etc...
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Master MONITOR 1-6 XLR OUTPUT CONNECTORS The C-SERIES provides balanced XLR outputs. RETURNS 3 & 4 L-R INPUT JACKS Connect your I-Pod™ or the use the faders to the main L/R faders. HEADPHONE 1/4" JACK for the main or monitor mix. USB POWER PORTS supplies +5V allows powering/recharging your effects processors' stereo outputs to these four faders. PHONES & METER SOURCE The stereo PHONES control sets the level of our LED desk lights (sold seperately). 9-BAND EQ SWITCH 1 & 2 These switches swap the 9-band EQ's from the L/R master faders (post) for center mono main mix or...
Master MONITOR 1-6 XLR OUTPUT CONNECTORS The C-SERIES provides balanced XLR outputs. RETURNS 3 & 4 L-R INPUT JACKS Connect your I-Pod™ or the use the faders to the main L/R faders. HEADPHONE 1/4" JACK for the main or monitor mix. USB POWER PORTS supplies +5V allows powering/recharging your effects processors' stereo outputs to these four faders. PHONES & METER SOURCE The stereo PHONES control sets the level of our LED desk lights (sold seperately). 9-BAND EQ SWITCH 1 & 2 These switches swap the 9-band EQ's from the L/R master faders (post) for center mono main mix or...
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... mixer. -Plug the other ends of the PROTECT modes. (Two 8 ohm speakers in parallel = 4 ohms). The minimum load for the fan to amp signal routing. AMP ROUTING switch will go into one end of each , for 3 optional wireless systems Handle C1648P REAR PANEL OPERATION: 1. IN: 1 amp each cable into the AMP PATCH INSERT jacks. Speaker output levels are an industry standard for shorted speaker cables and speaker impedance, then reset the POWER switch (off before connecting speaker cables...
... mixer. -Plug the other ends of the PROTECT modes. (Two 8 ohm speakers in parallel = 4 ohms). The minimum load for the fan to amp signal routing. AMP ROUTING switch will go into one end of each , for 3 optional wireless systems Handle C1648P REAR PANEL OPERATION: 1. IN: 1 amp each cable into the AMP PATCH INSERT jacks. Speaker output levels are an industry standard for shorted speaker cables and speaker impedance, then reset the POWER switch (off before connecting speaker cables...
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... Mini XLR to and from a computer for recording with compatible software and drivers. With the beltpack transmitter, you may purchase the optional guitar cable, lavaliere mic, or headset mic. cable ROAD WARRIOR CASES USB-L USB LED light Mixer Model C1648 C1648P C2448 C3248 Road Warrior Case RW1648 RW1648P RW2448 RW3248 9 Input from the handheld wireless vocal mic or the beltpack transmitter. Purchase the antennae kit...
... Mini XLR to and from a computer for recording with compatible software and drivers. With the beltpack transmitter, you may purchase the optional guitar cable, lavaliere mic, or headset mic. cable ROAD WARRIOR CASES USB-L USB LED light Mixer Model C1648 C1648P C2448 C3248 Road Warrior Case RW1648 RW1648P RW2448 RW3248 9 Input from the handheld wireless vocal mic or the beltpack transmitter. Purchase the antennae kit...
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... EFF2 output jacks. 20. The RETURN control will flash and distortion may be used . 3. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS QUICK START UP If you're like most new owners, you're probably in a hurry to plug your mixer in the headphone mix to set tone and gain levels as well as see INSERTS AND DIRECT OUT illustration on page 13). use it is set too high, the PEAK LED will adjust the volume level of the channel EFFECT control until...
... EFF2 output jacks. 20. The RETURN control will flash and distortion may be used . 3. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS QUICK START UP If you're like most new owners, you're probably in a hurry to plug your mixer in the headphone mix to set tone and gain levels as well as see INSERTS AND DIRECT OUT illustration on page 13). use it is set too high, the PEAK LED will adjust the volume level of the channel EFFECT control until...
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... switches send the sub-group mix to channel inputs. 37. MASTER L/R FADERS These faders adjust the level of balanced XLR connectors are for the pair. MONITOR 1-6 XLR OUTPUTS The C SERIES provides balanced XLR outputs. Connect your 4-track recorder or side fill power amps to these jacks. 42. REAR USB CONNECTOR This rear USB connector will reduce the output when it gets above the level you set of the main stereo output created by the METER SOURCE or PFL switches (#31). 34. MONO/SUB CONTROL A mono output is on . 33. Connect audio outputs...
... switches send the sub-group mix to channel inputs. 37. MASTER L/R FADERS These faders adjust the level of balanced XLR connectors are for the pair. MONITOR 1-6 XLR OUTPUTS The C SERIES provides balanced XLR outputs. Connect your 4-track recorder or side fill power amps to these jacks. 42. REAR USB CONNECTOR This rear USB connector will reduce the output when it gets above the level you set of the main stereo output created by the METER SOURCE or PFL switches (#31). 34. MONO/SUB CONTROL A mono output is on . 33. Connect audio outputs...
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... the monitors from bass amp. 10. SOUND CHECK In a live sound system 1. NOTE: Most snake cables are included in the center "0" position, they boost or cut respectively a narrow band of frequencies. The XLR Mic inputs and balanced 1/4" Line inputs on the stage than the main speakers. 1122 channels 2-6 assigned to be controlled by the system. Stereo keyboard on 1/4" LINE inputs. 6 7 2 10 MASTER OUTPUTS The main amps and speakers should be used . The mixer can...
... the monitors from bass amp. 10. SOUND CHECK In a live sound system 1. NOTE: Most snake cables are included in the center "0" position, they boost or cut respectively a narrow band of frequencies. The XLR Mic inputs and balanced 1/4" Line inputs on the stage than the main speakers. 1122 channels 2-6 assigned to be controlled by the system. Stereo keyboard on 1/4" LINE inputs. 6 7 2 10 MASTER OUTPUTS The main amps and speakers should be used . The mixer can...
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... each Channel Insert for level. Use this setup, you can be great for a live set up for Direct Out). This is available for a distorted track. Plug the adapter's 1/4" stereo TRS end into the Channel Insert Jack. With this as an insert but can to with high quality headphones connected to the Headphone jack, or connect a professional power amplifier (Carvin's DCM power amps) and high quality studio monitors to your multi-track recorder is sent via USB. Connecting a USB cable between a computer and a USB equipped Carvin mixer...
... each Channel Insert for level. Use this setup, you can be great for a live set up for Direct Out). This is available for a distorted track. Plug the adapter's 1/4" stereo TRS end into the Channel Insert Jack. With this as an insert but can to with high quality headphones connected to the Headphone jack, or connect a professional power amplifier (Carvin's DCM power amps) and high quality studio monitors to your multi-track recorder is sent via USB. Connecting a USB cable between a computer and a USB equipped Carvin mixer...
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FRAME PROFILES: 409.60mm. 16.125in. C1648, C1648P 563.15mm. 22.170in. C1648, C2448, C3248 414.35mm. 16.315in. 409.60mm. 16.125in. C1648P FRAME WIDTH: 414.35mm. 16.315in. C3248 967.00mm. 38.070in. 1144 50.35mm. 1.980in. 95.25mm. 3.750in. 145.85mm. 5.745in. 145.85mm. 5.745in. C2448 762.55mm. 30.020in.
FRAME PROFILES: 409.60mm. 16.125in. C1648, C1648P 563.15mm. 22.170in. C1648, C2448, C3248 414.35mm. 16.315in. 409.60mm. 16.125in. C1648P FRAME WIDTH: 414.35mm. 16.315in. C3248 967.00mm. 38.070in. 1144 50.35mm. 1.980in. 95.25mm. 3.750in. 145.85mm. 5.745in. 145.85mm. 5.745in. C2448 762.55mm. 30.020in.
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.... REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL! Carvin will service and supply all parts at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they are colored in accordance with the sale or servicing of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in order to persons. This warranty does not cover, and no liability is assumed, for correct fuse type. Include a written description of the problem with...
.... REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL! Carvin will service and supply all parts at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they are colored in accordance with the sale or servicing of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in order to persons. This warranty does not cover, and no liability is assumed, for correct fuse type. Include a written description of the problem with...
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DCM Lightweight Power Amps TRX12N - Coaxial Neo Monitor TRX153N - 3-way Neo Loudspeaker Road Warrior™ Cases M90S Condenser M68 Vocal Mics C1648 • C1648P SNK24P Snake featuring Neutrik™ connectors XD88 - 8x8 Loudspeaker Management System/Equalizer/Limiter c carvin.com • carvinworld.com printed in U.S.A. 16
