SoundCraft RM1ds User manual

1
RM1d/RM1ds User Guide
RM1d/RM1dsRM1d/RM1ds
RM1d/RM1dsRM1d/RM1ds
RM1d/RM1ds
Digital Radio ConsoleDigital Radio Console
Digital Radio ConsoleDigital Radio Console
Digital Radio Console
User GuideUser Guide
User GuideUser Guide
User Guide
Software Version 3.0

2RM1d/RM1ds User Guide

3
RM1d/RM1ds User Guide
Safety GuideSafety Guide
Safety GuideSafety Guide
Safety Guide
ApproAppro
ApproAppro
Approvv
vv
vals and Noticeals and Notice
als and Noticeals and Notice
als and Notice ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................
......................................................................................................................................................................................................................
...........................................................................................................55
55
5
WW
WW
Warrantyarranty
arrantyarranty
arranty ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
..............................................................................................................................66
66
6
Important SafeImportant Safe
Important SafeImportant Safe
Important Safety Insty Ins
ty Insty Ins
ty Instructionstructions
tructionstructions
tructions..........................................................................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................................................................
.............................................................................................77
77
7
WW
WW
Warningsarnings
arningsarnings
arnings ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
..............................................................................................................................88
88
8

4RM1d/RM1ds User Guide

5
RM1d/RM1ds User Guide
© Harman International Industries Ltd. 2002
All rights reserved
Parts of the design of this product may be protected by worldwide patents.
Part No. ZM0277
Issue 3.0
SoundcraftisatradingdivisionofHarmanInternationalIndustriesLtd.Informationinthismanual
is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of the
vendor. Soundcraft shall not be liable for loss or damage whatsoever arising from the use of
information or any error contained in this manual.
No part of this manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any
form or by any means, electronic, electrical, mechanical, optical, chemical, including
photocopyingandrecording,foranypurposewithouttheexpresswrittenpermissionofSoundcraft.
Harman International Industries Limited
Cranborne House
Cranborne Road
POTTERS BAR
Hertfordshire
EN6 3JN
UK
website: http://www.soundcraft.com/
e-mail: [email protected]
IMPORTANT
Please read this manual carefully before connecting your
Interface to the mains for the first time.

6RM1d/RM1ds User Guide
WW
WW
Warar
arar
arrantyranty
rantyranty
ranty
1Soundcraft uses trading divisions of Harman International Industries Ltd .
End User means the person who first puts the equipment into regular operation.
Dealer means the person other than Soundcraft (if any) from whom the End User
purchased the Equipment, provided such a person is authorised for this purpose by
Soundcraft or its accredited Distributor.
Equipment means the equipment supplied with this manual.
2 If within the period of twelve months from the date of delivery of the Equipment to
the End User it shall prove defective by reason only of faulty materials and/or
workmanship to such an extent that the effectiveness and/or usability thereof is
materially affected the Equipment or the defective componentshould be returned to
the Dealer or to Soundcraft and subject to the following conditions the Dealer or
Soundcraft will repair or replace the defective components. Any components
replaced will become the property of Soundcraft.
3 Any Equipment or component returned will be at the risk of the End User whilst in
transit (both to and from the Dealer or Soundcraft) and postage must be prepaid.
4 This warranty shall only be valid if:
A) the Equipment has been properly installed in accordance with instructions
contained in Soundcraft’s manual; and
B) the End User has notified Soundcraft or the Dealer within 14 days of the
defect appearing; and
C) no persons other than authorised representatives of Soundcraft or the Dealer
have effected any replacement of parts maintenance adjustments or repairs
to the Equipment; and
D) the End User has used the Equipment only for such purposes as Soundcraft
recommends, with only such operating supplies as meet Soundcraft’s
specifications and otherwise in all respects in accordance Soundcraft’s
recommendations.
5 Defects arising as a result of the following are not covered by this Warranty: faulty or
negligent handling, chemical or electro-chemical or electrical influences, accidental
damage, Acts of God, neglect, deficiency in electrical power, air-conditioning or
humiditycontrol.
6 The benefit of this Warranty may not be assigned by the End User.
7 End Users who are consumers should note their rights under this Warranty are in
addition to and do not affect any other rights to which they may be entitled against
the seller of the Equipment.

7
RM1d/RM1ds User Guide
IMPORIMPOR
IMPORIMPOR
IMPORTT
TT
TANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
lCAUTIONS
To avoid the risk of fire, replace the mains fuse only with the correct type and value
fuse, as marked on the rear panel.
lATTENTION
Afin de réduire le risque de feu remplacer seulement avec fusible de même type.
lREPLACING MAINS FUSE
Switch the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position. Remove the mains lead from the
connector. Use a smallscrewdriver to prise the fuse carrier from its location in the
connector. Check the fuse and replace if necessary; also check that the voltage
selection is correct for the mains supply level before switching the unit ON again.
If the mains fuse fails repeatedly this may be because an electrical safety hazard
exists. The unit must be taken out of service and referred to the Soundcraft/Spirit
dealer from where the equipment was purchased.
lTHIS UNIT MUST BE EARTHED
Under no circumstances should the mains earth be disconnected from the mains
lead.
lATTENTION
Cet appareil doit être branché à la terre.
lThe wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Earth: Green and Yellow (Green/Yellow - US)
Neutral: Blue (White - US)
Live: Brown (Black - US)
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured Green and Yellow must be connected to the terminal in
the plug which is marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol.
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal in the plug which
is marked with the letter N.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal in the plug
which is marked with the letter L.
lEnsure that these colour codings are followed carefully in the event of the plug being
changed.
l
lThis unit is capable of operating over a range of mains voltages as marked on the
rear panel. It is important to ensure that the correct mains fuse is fitted before
switching on the unit.

8RM1d/RM1ds User Guide
WW
WW
WARNINGSARNINGS
ARNINGSARNINGS
ARNINGS
lRead these instructions.
lKeep these instructions.
lHeed all warnings.
lFollow all instructions.
lThis unit contains no user serviceable parts. Refer all servicing to a qualified service
engineer, through the appropriate Soundcraft dealer.
lDo not use this apparatus near water.
lClean only with a damp cloth.
lDo not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturersinstructions.
lDo not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat resistors, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
lDo not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided
for your safety. when the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
lProtect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
lOnly use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
lUnplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
lRefer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged., liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has
been dropped.
lIt is recommended that all maintenance and service on the product should be carried
out by Soundcraft or its authorised agents. Soundcraft cannot accept any liability
whatsoever for any loss or damage caused by service, maintenance or repair by
unauthorisedpersonnel.
lUse only with a cart, stand, hood, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or
sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

9
RM1d/RM1ds User Guide
ContentsContents
ContentsContents
Contents
Introduction ...........................................................................................................................................15
Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 16
The Soundcraft RM1d ................................................................................................... 16
Key Features .............................................................................................................................. 20
Feature Overview........................................................................................................................ 21
Analogue Inputs............................................................................................................ 21
Analogue Outputs ......................................................................................................... 21
Digital Inputs ................................................................................................................ 21
Digital Outputs.............................................................................................................. 21
Main Meters ................................................................................................................. 22
Faders ..........................................................................................................................22
Edit Strip ......................................................................................................................22
Lexicon Effects Processor.............................................................................................. 22
Stereo Dynamics Processors ......................................................................................... 22
Snapshot Presets.......................................................................................................... 22
Audio Quality ................................................................................................................ 22
Commissioning........................................................................................................................................23
Restoring the Factory Default Presets ......................................................................................... 25
Commissioning .......................................................................................................................... 26
Getting Started ............................................................................................................. 26
Before you Start............................................................................................................ 26
Test Audio Hook-up ...................................................................................................... 26
Input Assignment .......................................................................................................... 27
Input Naming................................................................................................................ 27
Connecting an Input ..................................................................................................... 28
Channel Output Assignment .......................................................................................... 28
Add Some Equalisation to the Signal ............................................................................ 29
Add Some Reverb to the Signal .................................................................................... 29
Normal Configuration .................................................................................................... 30

10 RM1d/RM1ds User Guide
Control Surface...................................................................................................................................... 3131
3131
31
The Channel Strip....................................................................................................................... 33
INPUT Display ............................................................................................................... 33
StatusWindow.............................................................................................................. 33
INPUT 2 Button............................................................................................................. 33
EDIT Button .................................................................................................................. 33
PFL (CUE) Button.......................................................................................................... 33
ON Button (RM1d only) ................................................................................................ 33
DIG CLIP LED ................................................................................................................ 33
ChannelFader .............................................................................................................. 35
ON/OFF BUTTONS (RM1d/s only) ................................................................................. 35
The Edit Strip ............................................................................................................................. 37
AUX Master Control....................................................................................................... 37
The HF Control .............................................................................................................. 37
The LF Control............................................................................................................... 37
The MF Control ............................................................................................................. 37
The HPF Button............................................................................................................. 37
The EQ IN Button .......................................................................................................... 37
AUX 1 and AUX 2 Controls ............................................................................................ 39
TRIM Control ................................................................................................................. 39
PAN Control .................................................................................................................. 39
STE 1 and STE 2 Buttons (PROG and AUD Buttons) ...................................................... 39
MonitorSection ......................................................................................................................... 42
Studio and Control Room Zones.................................................................................... 42
Studio and Presenters Headphones .............................................................................. 42
AUTO Button ................................................................................................................. 43
SPLIT Button................................................................................................................. 43
MasterSection........................................................................................................................... 44
Backlit LCD Display....................................................................................................... 44
Navigation Buttons and PARAMETER encoder................................................................ 44
LexiconTM Control buttons .............................................................................................. 45
Master Faders............................................................................................................... 45
Talkback Section .......................................................................................................... 45
Meter Bridge .............................................................................................................................. 46
Meter Source Select Buttons......................................................................................... 46
CUELoudspeaker ......................................................................................................... 46
Dual Event Timers ......................................................................................................... 46

11
RM1d/RM1ds User Guide
The Menu Pages .....................................................................................................................................49
The Menu Pages ........................................................................................................................ 51
AnalogueInputs......................................................................................................................... 53
Selecting and Adjusting an Analogue Input ................................................................... 53
AssignChannel .......................................................................................................................... 55
Choosing and Assigning the Input Source ..................................................................... 55
Auto Muting ............................................................................................................................... 57
Configuring a Channel for Mute Activation ..................................................................... 57
ChannelPhases ......................................................................................................................... 58
Reversing the Phase of a Stereo or Mono Input Source ................................................. 58
Clock Source.............................................................................................................................. 59
Configuring the Clock Source ........................................................................................ 59
Digital Outputs........................................................................................................................... 60
Configuring the Digital Outputs...................................................................................... 60
Digital Out Adv........................................................................................................................... 61
Working with SPDIF Devices.......................................................................................... 61
Working with AES/EBU Devices..................................................................................... 61
Changing Settings......................................................................................................... 62
DisplaySettings ......................................................................................................................... 63
Adjusting the Display .................................................................................................... 63
External Input Gain .................................................................................................................... 64
Selecting and Input....................................................................................................... 64
Guest Headphone Level ............................................................................................................. 65
Adjusting the Guest Headphones Level ......................................................................... 65
HPF Frequency........................................................................................................................... 66
Selecting the HPF Frequency......................................................................................... 66
Input Naming............................................................................................................................. 67
Naming an Input Source ............................................................................................... 67
Line/CFOutputs......................................................................................................................... 68
Configuring a Channel as a Direct Output...................................................................... 68
Configuring a Channel as a Cleanfeed Channel ............................................................. 69
Continuous Talkback Mode ........................................................................................... 70
Lockout PIN ............................................................................................................................... 71
Selecting the Lockout PIN ............................................................................................. 71
Lockout Setup............................................................................................................................ 72
Lockout Options............................................................................................................ 72
Lockout Status ........................................................................................................................... 74
Enabling the Lockout Facility......................................................................................... 74
MachineStarts........................................................................................................................... 75
Remotes 2 (25 pin D sub) ............................................................................................ 75
Remotes 3 (25 pin D sub) (12 fader only) .................................................................... 75
Configuration of the Machine Starts .............................................................................. 76
Custom Configuration of the Machine Starts.................................................................. 76
Master Faders ............................................................................................................................ 78
Configuring the STE 1 (PROG) and STE 2 (AUD) Master Faders ..................................... 78

12 RM1d/RM1ds User Guide
MIDI Backup.............................................................................................................................. 79
Executing a MIDI Dump ................................................................................................ 79
Receiving MIDI Data ..................................................................................................... 80
MONO Output ............................................................................................................................ 81
Configuring the Mono Output ........................................................................................ 81
PFL Autocancel .......................................................................................................................... 82
Selecting the PFL (CUE Autocancel) Autocancel Function .............................................. 82
Remote Inputs ........................................................................................................................... 83
Configuring the Remote Inputs ...................................................................................... 83
SoftwareVersion ........................................................................................................................ 84
Checking Software Version ............................................................................................ 84
SystemMenu............................................................................................................................. 85
Setting System Preferences........................................................................................... 85
Talkback Assign ......................................................................................................................... 86
Assigning the Talkback Microphone............................................................................... 86
TDIF Outputs .............................................................................................................................. 87
Configuring the TDIF Outputs......................................................................................... 87
Soundcraft TDIF Boxes .................................................................................................. 88
TDIF Out Adv.............................................................................................................................. 89
Working with TDIF Devices ............................................................................................ 89
The Output Buffer.......................................................................................................... 89
Configuring the TDIF OUT ADV. Settings......................................................................... 89
2nd Meter Source (12 fader consoles only)................................................................................ 91
Configuring the 2nd Meter Source ................................................................................. 91
Dynamics ...........................................................................................................................................93
Dynamics................................................................................................................................... 95
Gate ............................................................................................................................. 95
Threshold...................................................................................................................... 95
Attack........................................................................................................................... 95
Hold ............................................................................................................................. 95
Decay ...........................................................................................................................95
Depth ...........................................................................................................................95
Displaying Gate Activity................................................................................................. 96
Compressor .................................................................................................................. 96
Knee............................................................................................................................. 96
Threshold...................................................................................................................... 96
Ratio ............................................................................................................................ 96
Attack........................................................................................................................... 96
Release ........................................................................................................................ 96
Makeup ........................................................................................................................ 97
Limiter .......................................................................................................................... 97
CompressorGate/Limiter Gate...................................................................................... 97
Assigning the Dynamics Processors............................................................................... 98
Adjusting Dynamics Processor Settings ......................................................................... 99
Storing and Naming a Dynamics Preset......................................................................... 99
Recalling a Dynamics Preset ....................................................................................... 100
Deleting a Dynamics Preset ........................................................................................ 100

13
RM1d/RM1ds User Guide
Lexicon FX .........................................................................................................................................103
Lexicon Effects .........................................................................................................................105
Choosing an Effect......................................................................................................105
Applying the Effect to a Signal .................................................................................... 106
Editing, Storing and Renaming an Effect ..................................................................... 106
Deleting and an Effects Preset .................................................................................... 107
Presets
The Presets Button................................................................................................................... 111
Storing a Snapshot Preset........................................................................................... 111
Renaming a Snapshot Preset ...................................................................................... 112
Recalling a Snapshot Preset ....................................................................................... 113
Deleting a Snapshot Preset......................................................................................... 113
Recalling Factory Default Preset .................................................................................. 114
Timer Operation .................................................................................................................................... 115
Timer Operation .......................................................................................................................117
ManualOperation .......................................................................................................117
Button Actions ............................................................................................................ 117
Automatic Operation ...................................................................................................118
Specifications ....................................................................................................................................... 119
StandardDimensions............................................................................................................... 120
RM1d Flow Diagram................................................................................................................. 121
RM1d - Typical Figures............................................................................................................. 122
Updating Software................................................................................................................................125
How to Upgrade the Software in RM1d..................................................................................... 127
Prerequisites............................................................................................................... 127
Preparing the Hardware .............................................................................................. 127
Preparing the PC.........................................................................................................127
Transferring the Software............................................................................................. 129
Remotes .........................................................................................................................................131
RM1d Remotes and External Analogue I/O D-Type Pin-Outs .....................................................133
Remotes 2.................................................................................................................. 133
25wy D-type FML........................................................................................................133
Remotes 1.................................................................................................................. 133
15wy D-type FML........................................................................................................134
A note on the Analogue I/O Connector........................................................................134
37wy D-type FML........................................................................................................134
Re-Initialising the RM1d .......................................................................................................................135
Re-Initialising the RM1d ...........................................................................................................137
Total Reset of the RM1d .............................................................................................137
FX/DYN Presets Reset .................................................................................................137
Presets Reset.............................................................................................................. 138

14 RM1d/RM1ds User Guide
Appendix A .................................................................................................................................. 139
RM1d Talkback Modes............................................................................................................. 141
General Studio Lay-Out ............................................................................................... 141
Scenario 1.................................................................................................................. 141
Presenter can talk to any of the Cleanfeed outputs...................................................... 141
Talking to the Presenter .............................................................................................. 142
Scenario 2.................................................................................................................. 142

15
RM1d/RM1ds User Guide
IntrIntr
IntrIntr
Introductionoduction
oductionoduction
oduction

16 RM1d/RM1ds User Guide
NOTE! All information given in bracketed italics refers to the RM1d/s exclusively
IntrIntr
IntrIntr
Introductionoduction
oductionoduction
oduction
Thank you for purchasing the oundcraft RM1d Broadcast mixing console, which is brought to
you with much pride by the Soundcraft team. Your RM1d console has been manufactured
exclusively by Soundcraft in the UK, combining state of the art technology with nearly 30 years
of experience in professional console design. The Soundcraft range gives you premier audio
quality and features, whatever your mixing requirements.
As always, we welcome User Feedback as part of our ongoing commitment to improving and
developing Soundcraft products to the highest degree. Please send any comments to the
addressontherearcoverofthismanual,ore-mail:[email protected]. Pleasealsovisitour
website regularly to see the latest product information and software updates at: http://
www.soundcraft.com/.
Quick start
See Section 2 Commissioning and Familiarisation but please
skim through Section 1 first which serves as a quick
reference and an overview of the RM1d.
The Soundcraft RM1d
TheRM1disdesigned first and foremost as aBroadcastRadioConsole,whichcansimply drop
in to any existing setup with a minimum of fuss. This might be as a replacement for older
analogue equipment or integration into a totally digital environment. The instantly familiar
‘analogue’controlstyleoftheRM1d,ensuresthatusersdonothaveto‘battle’withthetechnology
in order to start using the powerful features on offer. The added benefits of automation to the
professional Radio Presenter are obvious - simple single button recall of a complete console
state with effects, routing and EQ all configured according to the user’s preferences. Whether
inaStudioorinanOutsideBroadcastvehicle,theRM1dwilloffertheuser repeatable,detailed
control over a powerful feature set, in a simple and uncomplicated manner.
All of this control would have been little use without the class-leading intuitive interface
incorporating the EDIT STRIP, which allows fast access to all audio parameters on the console,
whenusedinconjunctionwiththeEDITbuttonpresenton eachchannel.Avoidingtime-sapping
screen based systems, the “Tap and Adjust” functionality of RM1d provides even the first-time
operator with a familiar channel strip and conventional meter bridge.
Each channel has full access to the EDIT STRIP, which offers 3 band EQ with Semi-Parametric
Midrange Equalisation, variable High Pass Filter and 2 Auxiliary Sends, a digital Trim control
with a range of ±12dB and a Pan / Balance control. Every channel has an assignable stereo
dynamics processor offering a choice of compression, limiting and gating facilities.
Theon-boardLexiconeffectsprocessorcanbeaccessedfromanychannelbyconfiguringeither
the Aux 1 or Aux 2 send to operate as an effects send.
Immediacyiscritical in the Broadcast environment and so it was important tohavecontrolson
each channellikeINPUT2switching. Alsoincludedareadvancedbutsimpletousefunctions,
like how the Channel On buttons or Fader movements can trigger remote equipment, and how
thePFLbuttoncanactivatetalkbacktocleanfeedsifrequired. Comprehensivetalkbackfacilities
and compatibility with existing systems, ensure that the user is never out of touch even during
the most complex of outside broadcast Links.
Thebuilt-inMidiPortsallowfullBackupandRestoreofConsolePresetsviaMidiSystemExclusive
data transfers.

17
RM1d/RM1ds User Guide
Console Shown is RM1d 6-Fader Version

18 RM1d/RM1ds User Guide
RM1d 6-Fader Rearcon
RM1d/s 6-Fader Rearcon

19
RM1d/RM1ds User Guide
RM1d/s 12-Fader Rearcon RM1d 12-Fader Rearcon

20 RM1d/RM1ds User Guide
Key FeaturKey Featur
Key FeaturKey Featur
Key Featureses
eses
es
NOTE: Figures in brackets represent the 12 Fader version of the RM1d
The RM1d offers the following features:
l6 (12) assignable 100mm faders
lMeter Bridge with choice of VU or PPM metering
lBuilt-In Cue / Rev Talkback Loudspeaker
l2 flexible timers for Logging and Scheduling
lFlexible Routing of Inputs
lEasy to use ‘analogue’ style user interface.
lExternal monitor muting and equipment control via assignable contact switch outputs
lExternal control inputs for ‘Cough’ muting & enabling Reverse Talkback
lIndependently assignable Line / Talkback / Cleanfeed Outputs with ‘Mix Minus’ faciltiy
lBuilt in LexiconTM Digital Effects processor with 128 available FX presets
lAssignable Channel Dynamics
l128 desk presets for storage and recall of digital console parameters
lBackup and Restore of Snapshot, Dynamic and FX presets via Midi
lSoftware upgrades via built in RS232 port
lBacklit LCD Screen for Parameter editing, Global setup and Configuration