LAWO mc236 xp User manual
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Table of Contents
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1. About this Documentation .................................................................................................................... 4
2. Important Safety Instructions ................................................................................................................ 5
3. Important Cleaning Instructions ............................................................................................................. 6
4. The Hardware ...................................................................................................................................... 7
5. Installation ......................................................................................................................................... 25
6. Service Procedures ............................................................................................................................ 36
7. Appendices ....................................................................................................................................... 53
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1. About this Documentation
1. About this Documentation
This document describes the hardware, installation and service procedures for the mc236xp control surface.
Look out for the following which indicate:
Notes - points of clarification.
Tips - useful tips and short cuts.
Attention - alert you when an action should always be observed.
Further Information
Mechanical drawings and data sheets (including weights and dimensions) are available from the Lawo Download-
Center (after login). We also recommend that you carefully observe the release notes for your product/system.
Lawo User Registration
For access to the Lawo Download-Center, and to receive regular product updates, please register at:
www.lawo.com/registration.
Contact Details
If you need further assistance, the Lawo Support Department can be contacted by email at support@lawo.com, or
by telephone during normal working hours - please visit the Support area of the Lawo website for the most up-to-
date contact details.
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2. Important Safety Instructions
2. Important Safety Instructions
When working with our hardware components, please read and observe all of the instructions provided in the
"General Safety Information for Lawo Equipment" booklet delivered with your devices. Double-click here to open
the same information (as a pdf).
Please also observe the "Safety Information" included in the product data sheets. There are available from the
Lawo Download-Center (after login).
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3. Important Cleaning Instructions
3. Important Cleaning Instructions
Before cleaning your Lawo devices, please read and observe all of the following instructions.
Attention.
DO NOT spill liquids into any system components!
DO NOT clean the front panels or operational surfaces with sharp instruments
General Cleaning / Disinfecting Requirements
Lawo hardware products are made from a variety of different materials, and each material might have specific
cleaning requirements. Therefore, a general allowance for the disinfection of product surfaces with
disinfectants containing alcohol cannot be given.
Our front panels and operational surfaces are not entirely approved for treatment with chemical cleaning
agents and disinfectants. Component surfaces, buttons and electronics can be permanently damaged by
treatment with such agents and the lifespan can be dramatically shortened. Please note that some
substances can lead to discoloration of surfaces.
Lawo is not responsible for damage caused by the unauthorized use of disinfectants on our products and
surfaces. Damages caused by unspecified treatment of modules and components are not covered by regular
or extended warranties or SLA regulations.
This is a general instruction and recommendation for cleaning that applies to all Lawo products:
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Before cleaning the device, unplug all external power sources.
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Clean the device with a soft cloth, dipped lightly in warm to hot soapy water.
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Do not use any liquid cleaning agents or spray cleaners that may contain flammable materials.
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Do not get moisture into any openings.
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Do not use aerosol sprays, bleaches, or abrasives.
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Do not spray cleaners directly onto the item.
The above information and our technical application advice are given to the best of our knowledge.
Cleaning the Control Surface
To clean a Lawo control surface please use a cleaning cloth with the following properties:
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Antistatic
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Fluff-free
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Without emery pieces
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4. The Hardware
4. The Hardware
This chapter describes the control surface frame and its hardware components.
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Introduction
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Centre Section / 16F Controls
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Channel Controls (for 32F / 48F)
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Mounting Options
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Overbridge Options
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Frame Variants
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Console Rear Panel
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Power Supplies
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Grounding
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Local I/O
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Internal Wiring
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Script Tray
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4. The Hardware
4.1 Introduction
The mc236 xp comes in three predetermined frame layouts: 16, 32 or 48-fader.
All variants include a central bay with 16 faders. To make the 32-fader and 48-fader variants, a channel bay is
added to the left of the central bay. This adds 510 mm to the width of the console. In the 48-fader variant, the
channel bay is fitted with the dual-fader option.
16-fader frame
32/48-fader frame
Every frame includes integrated local I/O and dual redundant power supplies. The frame can be ordered in one of
two versions: either Studio or OB-van. The version affects the width of the side panels and whether the frame is
prepared for table-top or crossbar mounting.
To provide cooling at extreme temperatures, the frame is fitted with slow turning, low noise fans. The fans are
temperature controlled and so, under normal operating conditions, they are inactive.
Key Facts
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Frame size / layout: 16, 32 or 48 faders.
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Frame width / mounting version: either Studio or OB-van.
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Dual-redundant AC power supplies are included (as standard).
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Temperature-controlled cooling fans are included (as standard).
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Integrated local I/O is included (as standard).
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A removable script tray is available (as an optional extra).
Components
Each frame has the following user-serviceable components:
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Control surface panels and touch-screen displays.
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Individual faders in the centre section or channel bay.
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2 x power supplies as a complete PSU block (mounted internally).
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Local I/O board (mounted internally).
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Network switch (mounted internally).
For more information, see Service Procedures.
Further Information
For dimensions, weight, power, etc. see Frame Variants and Power Supplies.
For installation information, see Installing the Frame.
Mechanical drawings and data sheets are available from the Lawo Download-Center (after login). There is a single
data sheet covering all of the frame variants.
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4. The Hardware
4.2 Installing a Complete System
For the console to become fully operational, there must be a valid network connection to the A__UHD Core.
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Firstly, the mc2control system is hosted on the Gateserver inside the control surface. This means that
the surface can boot and run the control aspects without a Core.
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Once a control connection to the Core is established, the audio parts of the system will start to function:
the DSP channels and routing matrix. This connection can be made using either in-band or out-of-band
control.
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To use the local I/O, there must be a media network connection to the Core.
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In both cases, the network configuration is handled by HOME, Lawo's IP management tool.
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The network connections support Layer 3 routing. This allows the surface to be installed remotely from
the Core.
You can find more information in the "mc2Systems" documentation. In this manual, we describe the hardware.
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4. The Hardware
4.3 Centre Section / 16F Controls
All consoles come with a centre section which provides 16 faders. In the 16-fader variant, these are the only
controls.
1 x "Channel Display" (977/13)
A high resolution, touch-screen TFT display.
1 x Blanking Panel OVB (976/15)
A full height blanking panel for the overbridge.
1 x Central Panel (976/20)
with:
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16 x 100mm motorised faders (touch-
sensitive)
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43 x rotary encoders (touch-sensitive)
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14 x mini TFT displays
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240 x push-buttons
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1 x XLR connector
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1 x USB port
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1 x trackpad with integrated left & right
"mouse" buttons
For more information about the individual panels and displays, please refer to the 36MKII xp data sheet.
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4. The Hardware
4.4 Channel Controls (for 32F / 48F)
For the 32- and 48-fader variants, a channel bay is added to the left of the central bay. This is fitted with either a
single-fader panel in the 32-fader variant, or a dual-fader panel in the 48-fader variant.
Please note:
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The frame size is identical for both variants.
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The position of the channel and central bays cannot be altered, and so the channel controls are always
on the left of the centre section.
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The dual-fader panel provides a second row of short-scale fader strips at the expense of the rotary
controls and FC Preset / Bank & Layer / ISO Bay buttons.
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The single- and dual-fader panels can be exchanged. This makes it possible to convert from 32F to 48F,
or vice versa, at a later date.
32F Channel Controls
In the 32-fader variant, the channel bay is fitted with 16 single fader strips.
1 x Channel Display(977/13)
A high resolution, touch-screen TFT display (identical to the one in
the centre section).
1 x Fader Panel (976/10)
with:
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16 x 100mm motorised faders (touch-sensitive)
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33 x rotary encoders (touch-sensitive)
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8 x mini TFT displays
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177 x push-buttons
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4. The Hardware
48F Channel Controls
In the 48-fader variant, the channel bay is fitted with the dual-fader panel to provide 32 fader strips.
1 x Channel Display(977/13)
A high resolution, touch-screen TFT display (identical to the one in
the centre section).
1 x Double Fader Panel (976/11)
with:
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16 x 60mm motorised faders (touch-sensitive)
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16 x 100mm motorised faders (touch-sensitive)
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8 x mini TFT displays
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208 x push-buttons
For more information about the individual panels and displays, please refer to the 36MKII xp data sheet.
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4. The Hardware
4.5 Mounting Options
Each frame can be ordered for either Studio or OB-van (mobile) mounting.
Studio / Live Version
OB Truck Version
The Studio version comes with wider side panels and is ready for table-top mounting.
The OB-van version is fitted with narrow aluminum side plates and is designed for crossbar mounting (i.e. no feet
are supplied).
Option
Part Number
Studio Side Panels
976/60
OB-van Side Panels
976/61
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4. The Hardware
4.6 Overbridge Options
The space to the right of the Central GUI is fitted with a full height blanking panel (976/15). This provides a
general utility space to mount other devices (e.g. an external tablet).
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4. The Hardware
4.7 Frame Variants
The table below describes all possible frame variants.
mc236 xp
Frame Variant
Part Number
Mechanical Data
16-fader Studio
976/16S_xp
Dimensions: 833 x820 x380 mm / 32.8 x32.3 x15.0 "
Weight:38 kg / 83.4 lbs
16-fader OB-van
976/16V_xp
Dimensions: 765 x820 x380 mm / 30.1 x32.3 x15.0 ”
Weight:37 kg / 81.6 lbs
32-fader Studio
976/32S_xp
Dimensions: 1343 x820 x380 mm / 52.9 x32.3 x15.0 ”
Weight:54 kg / 119.1 lbs
32-fader OB-van
976/32V_xp
Dimensions: 1275 x820 x380 mm / 50.2 x32.3 x15.0 ”
Weight:53 kg / 116.9 lbs
48-fader Studio
976/48S_xp
Dimensions: 1343 x820 x380 mm / 52.9 x32.3 x15.0 ”
Weight:56 kg / 123.5 lbs
48-fader OB-van
976/48V_xp
Dimensions: 1275 x820 x380 mm / 50.2 x32.3 x15.0 ”
Weight:55 kg / 121.3 lbs
Mechanical drawings are available here. A data sheet covering all of the frame variants is available from the Lawo
Download-Center (after login).
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4. The Hardware
4.8 Console Rear Panel
1 Removable Script Tray(optional)
One or more removable script trays may be ordered. The script tray glides across the top of the frame, and can
be lifted on or off for removal.
2 Ventilation Holes & Sticker
The sticker shows the direction of airflow (required for convection cooling) and the minimum distance
requirements (for installing the frame).
3 MAINS 1 & 2
The MAINS 1 & MAINS 2 connectors supply AC mains power to the frame.
4 CASE
The CASE grounding screw should be used to ground the frame.
5 Connector Panel
Here you will find the four network ports plus the breakouts for the local I/O.
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4. The Hardware
4.9 Power Supplies
The control surface is powered by dual-redundant power supplies which are fitted internally within the frame. The
MAINS connectors are located on the frame's rear panel. There are two connectors, one for each of the internal
supplies.
To operate the console, only one of the power supplies is required. When both supplies are operational, the load
is shared. For redundancy it is recommended to use both supplies, and connect each one to a separate phase of
the AC mains circuit.
The supplies have no on/off switch, and so it is recommended that you install a master power switch to control all
of the power supplied to the frame.
The status of each PSU can be monitored from the Central GUI. If you need to replace a faulty supply, then
this must be done by replacing the complete "PSU block". See Replacing the Power Supplies for
instructions.
Ordering Information
The two supplies come as a complete "PSU block". To order a spare part, please use the following part number:
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976/44 - PSU block, double
Note that it is not possible to replace an individual power supply.
Electrical Specification
The power consumption varies depending on the frame variant, so please refer to the 36MKII xp data sheet.
The sticker on the rear of the frame provides a summary of the input voltage and power requirements.
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4. The Hardware
IEC Power Cables
The control surface is delivered with 2 x IEC power cables that are country-specific. The table below describes all
permitted options.
Name
Part Number
Description
IEC Lock Schuko
436-7206-000
Power Cord with European connector for e.g. D, AU, F, Benelux.
IEC Lock Open Ends
436-7207-000
Power Cord with open wire ends.
IEC Lock US
436-7208-000
Power Cord with connector for USA.
IEC Lock UK
436-7209-000
Power Cord with connector for United Kingdom.
IEC Lock AUS
436-7218-000
Power Cord with connector for Australia.
IEC Lock JPN
436-7219-000
Power Cord with connector for Japan.
Using the AC Supplies
Before connecting power to the frame, please read and observe all of the instructions in the "General Safety
Information for Lawo Equipment" booklet delivered with your devices.
The AC input(s) MUST be connected to the mains using the IEC power cable(s) supplied with the system.
When running with two mains supplies, make sure that both circuits lie on the the same ground potential.
Otherwise, an internal bridge of two grounding wires can lead to a ground loop!
Powering On
The frame has no on/off switch and so the console starts automatically when power is applied. Once the control
system has booted, you can check the status of each supply from the Central GUI.
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4. The Hardware
4.10 Grounding
The control surface frame must be grounded for EMC reasons.
Grounding Instructions
A grounding screw is provided on the frame's rear panel.
To ground the frame, please read and observe all of the instructions in the "General Safety Information for Lawo
Equipment" booklet delivered with your devices.
The control surface must be on the same potential as all other system devices/modules.
ALWAYS use a grounded mains connection, to prevent the device from being grounded through Ethernet or
other signal connections.
The M5x12 screw must be used to fasten the grounding cable to the housing. You should use a Torx T25 driver
for this purpose.
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4. The Hardware
4.11 Local I/O
Every mc236 xp control surface includes built-in I/O known as the "Local IO". This is designed for local
connections such as loudspeakers, metering, talkback and headphones.
In total, there are 16 x Mic/Line in, 16 x Line out, 8 x AES3 IO, 1 x MADI (AES10), 1 x Phones, 8 x GPI and 8 x
GPO. The local I/O signals are streamed to and from the Core via the media network (connected to MISC A).
The local I/O board is located inside the control surface (beneath the centre section). All connectors are
accessed from the console's rear panel, except for the headphones which breakout on the front buffer.
Console Rear Connector Panel
Connections for External Devices
On the rear panel, the local I/O connectors are arranged as follows;
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16 x Mic/Line IN - wired to 16 x XLR (female).
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16 x Line OUT - wired to 16 x XLR (male).
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8 x AES3 IN - wired to 8 x XLR (female).
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8 x AES3 OUT - wired to 8 x XLR (male).
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1 x 64-channel MADI - available via SFP (see below).
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8 x GPIO - wired to 1 x 37-pin, D-type (female).
For more information, see Connector Pin-Outs & I/O Specifications.
Note that:
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The TB connector is wired from the female talkback XLR (on the front panel).
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You will find the stereo headphones socket on the front buffer.
MADI Port
The MADI interface conforms to AES 10, and supports up to 64 bi-directional channels at 48kHz, or 32-channels
at 96kHz.
To use the MADI port, you must fit a Lawo-certified SFP module. This is not included and must be ordered
separately. All permitted options are described in the table below. The SFP determines the cable type and
connector. The maximum distance depends on the cable type.
SFP Module Description
Part Number
MADI, 1310nm, multi-mode fiber, 2km
981/60-80
MADI, 1310nm, single-mode fiber, 20km
981/60-81
MADI, HD-BNC (75 ohm), copper, 100m
981/60-82
The LOCK / ERR LED indicates the status of the MADI link:
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Green = valid MADI signal detected.
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Red = MADI signal or link error.
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Off = no signal detected.
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