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OWNER'S MANUAL
GHIBLI 16/16FX
16-CHANNEL, MULTI-EFFECT MIXING CONSOLE
WITH SURROUND OUTPUT
www.altoproaudio.com
Version 2.0 NOV. 2007
English
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WARNING
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and fire, do not expose this equipment
to moisture or rain.
Dispose of this product should
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and should be separate collection.
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solvent or other chemicals.
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Install the equipment only in accordance with
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User's Manual.
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IN THIS MANUAL:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
INTRODUCTION......................................................................1
FEATURES.............................................................................1
QUICK START.........................................................................4
CONTROL ELEMENTS.............................................................5
INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION..........................................12
PRESET LIST .......................................................................13
BLOCK DIAGRAM.................................................................14
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ..................................................15
WARRANTY..........................................................................16
1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the GHIBLI 16(FX), 16-channel mixing console with
24-bit digital multi-effects with five-channel surround output. It is just one
of the many Alto products that a talented, multinational Team of Audio
Engineers and Musicians have developed with their great passion for music.
Your GHIBLI 16(FX) is a remarkable compact mixing desk that doesn't find
many equals in the market today. With 4 microphone and 12 stereo Line-level
inputs for serious live performances and recording applications, your
GHIBLI 16FX also includes a 24-Bit digital multi-effect with 16 Factory
Presets and separate level for digital reverb.
There is a three bands EQ with mid frequency sweep on all the microphone
channels and separate Main Mix, Control Room and Center/Surround outputs.
All the microphone channels are also equipped with a tube-like compressor/
de-esser with automatic threshold control. Use it for small Gigs, for
Computer Audio, for 4-tracks recording. GHIBLI 16(FX) also is a flexible tool
for your Multimedia Presentations.
Enjoy your GHIBLI 16(FX) and make sure to read this Manual carefully before
operation!
2. FEATURES
MIC channels with 3 bands EQ + Mid Frequency sweep and MUTE function.
TUBE SOUND COMPRESSOR on all MIC channels + De-esser function.
Insert function for all MIC channels.
5-channel surround processor + Stereo Bass Enhancer.
Extremely high headroom offering more dynamic range.
Balanced ultra low noise microphone inputs with "HIGH END PREAMP".
Suitable for live, studio and home applications.
2 AUX Sends on all mono channels for internal/external effects and monitoring.
Phantom power on all MIC channels.
Rugged construction ensures long life and durability.
External power supply design for professional applications.
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MIC 1
MIC 3
MIC 2
MIC 4
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16-CHANNEL MIXING CONSOLE
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
CH5 LEFT IN (MONO) CH7 LEFT IN (MONO)
1
3
3
3
3
MIC IN (BAL)
MIC IN (BAL)
MIC IN (BAL)
MIC IN (BAL)
CH6 RIGHT IN
CENTER &
SURROUND OUT
CH8 RIGHT IN
AUX1 OUT
LEFT
BALANCED +4dBu OUT
LINE IN (UNBAL)
LINE IN (UNBAL)
LINE IN (UNBAL)
LINE IN (UNBAL)
CH9-10 IN (LEFT)
CH13-14 IN (LEFT)
AUX2 OUT
INSERT
INSERT
INSERT
INSERT
CH12-11 IN (RIGHT)
CH16-15 IN (RIGHT)
PHONES
OFF
LOW CUT
HARD
100Hz
OFF
LOW CUT
HARD
100Hz
OFF
HARD
100Hz
OFF
SOFT
SOFT
SOFT
SOFT
BYPASS COMP DE-ES
BYPASS COMP DE-ES
BYPASS COMP DE-ES
BYPASS COMP DE-ES
GAIN
GAIN
CLIP
MIC 0
LINE -20
50 0dB
+30
0dB
15KHz
HIGH
-15
-15
-15
-15
-15
1
2
3
4
5
8
9
12
13
16
3
4
5
6
10 9 8
PRESETS
7
VIBRAFLANGE
FUNKY
ROCKABILLY
BIGSTAGE
VIBRATO
FLANGER
CHORUS
-
+10
REVERB LEVEL
+10
FX LEVEL
+15
0dB
+15
-15
1KHz
MID
+15
1KHz
MID
freq
Hz
2
PEAK
50 0dB
+30
0dB
15KHz
HIGH
MID
-15
MID
freq
Hz
16 1
CLIP
MIC 0
LINE -20
+15
0dB
+15
1KHz
MID
50 0dB
+30
0dB
15KHz
HIGH
MID
-15
+15
GAIN
CLIP
MIC 0
LINE -20
+15
0dB
MID
1KHz
50 0dB
+30
0dB
15KHz
HIGH
+15
0dB
GAIN
CLIP
MIC 0
LINE -20
15
14
13
12
11
LOW CUT
8
HARD
100Hz
8
LOW CUT
RIGHT
BALANCED +4dBu OUT
MID
freq
Hz
freq
Hz
OPERATING
BASS ENHANCER
0dB
LOW
80Hz
0dB
80Hz
80Hz
BYPASS
ON
-
center
8
-20
+10
AUX2
post
-
-
+10
center
PAN
PAN
+10
center
-10
0
10
Right
Left
0dB
-
+10
1
2
+10
0dB
-
+10
2
Right
CH
ON
MUTE
LEVEL
0dB
-
+10
3
Left
0dB
LEVEL
CH
ON
0dB
-
MUTE
LEVEL
-
-
MAIN MIX LEVEL
+10
0dB
AUX1
pre
-
+10
0dB
+10
4
-
7-8
Right
8
MUTE
LEVEL
Right
Left
LEVEL
5-6
PAN
8
-
8
0dB
CH
ON
Left
8
MUTE
LEVEL
Right
8
CH
ON
Left
8
Right
PAN
RIGHT
0dB
Left
PAN
PHONES
AUX1
pre
+10
center
LEFT
8
8
+10
-
+10
center
X
+10
8
-
PAN
AUX1
pre
0dB
AUX2
post D
F
X
+10
center
-
-
+15
0dB
+10
0dB
AUX2
post D
F
X
-
-
+10
0dB
-15
AUX1
pre
8
-
AUX2
post D
F
+15
0dB
8
0dB
D
F
X
-15
AUX1
pre
8
+15
0dB
+10
8
-
-15
AUX1
pre
8
+15
0dB
8
-15
0dB
AUX1
pre
0dB
LOW
8
80Hz
0dB
LOW
0dB
LEVEL
+10
9-12
-
AUX1
pre
+10
8
0dB
LOW
5K
600
8
0dB
5K
600
8
5K
600
8
5K
600
LEVEL
+10
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GHIBLI 16(FX) IN A LIVE GIG
UP
MIC 1 MIC 2
POWERED
SUBWOOFER
KEYBOARD 1
COMPRESSOR
STAGE MONITORS
KEYBOARD 2
MAIN POWERED SPEAKERS
MIC 1
MIC 3
MIC 2
MIC 4
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16-CHANNEL MIXING CONSOLE
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1
2
1
2
1
2
1
CENTER &
SURROUND OUT
CH5 LEFT IN (MONO) CH7 LEFT IN (MONO)
3
3
3
3
MIC IN (BAL)
MIC IN (BAL)
MIC IN (BAL)
MIC IN (BAL)
CH6 RIGHT IN
CH8 RIGHT IN
AUX1 OUT
LINE IN (UNBAL)
LINE IN (UNBAL)
LINE IN (UNBAL)
LINE IN (UNBAL)
CH9-10 IN (LEFT)
CH13-14 IN (LEFT)
AUX2 OUT
INSERT
INSERT
INSERT
INSERT
CH12-11 IN (RIGHT)
CH16-15 IN (RIGHT)
PHONES
GUITAR
HOOK
BASS
BALANCED +4dBu
LEFT
OUT
BALANCED +4dBu
RIGHT
OUT
CD PLAYER
DAT PLAYER
SECONDARY POWERED SPEAKERS
DRUM MACHINE
MIXING IN SURROUND WITH GHIBLI 16(FX)
UP
CENTER CHANNEL
MIC 1
MIC 3
MIC 2
MIC 4
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16-CHANNEL MIXING CONSOLE
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1
2
1
2
1
2
1
CH5 LEFT IN (MONO) CH7 LEFT IN (MONO)
CENTER &
SURROUND OUT
3
3
3
3
MIC IN (BAL)
MIC IN (BAL)
MIC IN (BAL)
MIC IN (BAL)
CH6 RIGHT IN
CH8 RIGHT IN
AUX1 OUT
LINE IN (UNBAL)
LINE IN (UNBAL)
LINE IN (UNBAL)
LINE IN (UNBAL)
CH9-10 IN (LEFT)
CH13-14 IN (LEFT)
AUX2 OUT
INSERT
INSERT
INSERT
INSERT
CH12-11 IN (RIGHT)
CH16-15 IN (RIGHT)
PHONES
LEFT CHANNEL
LEFT
BALANCED +4dBu OUT
SURROUND CHANNEL
RIGHT CHANNEL
RIGHT
BALANCED +4dBu OUT
SURROUND CHANNEL
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3. QUICK START
This is the fastest way to get something out from your GHIBLI 16(FX) if you have a
keyboard and a microphone.
Plug the microphone into Channel 1 MIC IN.
Turn down GAIN, AUX and LEVEL controls.
Put the EQ controls on center position.
Keep MAIN MIX LEVEL control on mid position.
Turn on your GHIBLI 16(FX).
Sing or speak in to the microphone with normal volume and adjust the GAIN control
so that the Master LED Meter stays around "0" and never exceed 10.
If you like, you can add some equalization at this stage.
Connect speakers and amplifiers and turn them ON.
Turn up Channel 1 fader to "0" and the LEFT/RIGHT main fader to one quarter
Connect your stereo keyboard into channel 5/6 and turn on the channel Level on
mid position.
Here you are. It is your first mix with your GHIBLI 16.
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For your better understanding of the complete operational possibilities of your
GHIBLI 16(FX), we have divided this part of the Manual in five different sections:
a. PATCHBAY: Including all Input and Output sockets
b. MIC INPUT: Describing the functions of the Microphone input strip
c. STEREO INPUT: Describing the 10 input channels strip
d. MASTER SECTION
MIC 1
MIC 3
MIC 2
MIC 4
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GHIBLI 16
e. DSP SECTION
16-CHANNEL MIXING CONSOLE
2
1
2
1
3
2
1
3
2
CH5 LEFT IN (MONO) CH7 LEFT IN (MONO)
1
3
CENTER &
SURROUND OUT
3
MIC IN (BAL)
MIC IN (BAL)
MIC IN (BAL)
LINE IN (UNBAL)
LINE IN (UNBAL)
LINE IN (UNBAL)
LINE IN (UNBAL)
CH9-10 IN (LEFT)
CH13-14 IN (LEFT)
AUX2 OUT
INSERT
INSERT
INSERT
INSERT
CH12-11 IN (RIGHT)
CH16-15 IN (RIGHT)
PHONES
LOW CUT
HARD
100Hz
OFF
LOW CUT
HARD
100Hz
OFF
MIC IN (BAL)
CH6 RIGHT IN
LOW CUT
HARD
100Hz
OFF
SOFT
SOFT
BYPASS COMP DE-ES
BYPASS COMP DE-ES
GAIN
GAIN
GAIN
CLIP
CLIP
CLIP
CLIP
MIC 0
LINE -20
HIGH
50 0dB
+30
0dB
15KHz
MIC 0
LINE -20
HIGH
50 0dB
+30
0dB
15KHz
MIC 0
LINE -20
HIGH
BALANCED +4dBu
LEFT
OUT
BALANCED +4dBu
RIGHT
OUT
DSP
LOW CUT
SOFT
BYPASS COMP DE-ES
GAIN
50 0dB
+30
0dB
15KHz
AUX1 OUT
HARD
100Hz
OFF
SOFT
BYPASS COMP DE-ES
MIC 0
LINE -20
CH8 RIGHT IN
PATCHBAY
15
14
13
12
11
50 0dB
+30
0dB
15KHz
16 1
2
4
5
6
10 9 8
PRESETS
VIBRAFLANGE
FUNKY
ROCKABILLY
BIGSTAGE
VIBRATO
1
2
3
4
5
8
9
12
13
16
3
7
FLANGER
CHORUS
HIGH
PEAK
-15
1KHz
MID
freq
Hz
+15
0dB
+15
-15
+10
REVERB LEVEL
+10
FX LEVEL
+15
MIC INPUT
1KHz
-
MID
1KHz
MID
MID
freq
Hz
freq
Hz
OPERATING
BASS ENHANCER
5K
600
5K
600
0dB
5K
600
0dB
LOW
0dB
LOW
80Hz
STEREO INPUT
0dB
5K
600
0dB
LOW
80Hz
80Hz
BYPASS
ON
-
D
F
X
8
8
-
AUX1
pre
8
+10
-20
AUX2
post
-
+10
center
PAN
4
PAN
-10
0
10
Right
Left
0dB
-
+10
2
+10
center
MUTE
LEVEL
0dB
-
+10
3
Left
-
PAN
Right
Left
0dB
LEVEL
+10
0dB
-
MUTE
LEVEL
MASTER
-
LEVEL
-
MAIN MIX LEVEL
+10
7-8
0dB
AUX1
pre
-
+10
0dB
+10
4
-
5-6
PAN
Right
CH
ON
8
Right
8
+10
1
MUTE
LEVEL
0dB
Left
CH
ON
8
8
-
Right
8
MUTE
LEVEL
0dB
Left
CH
ON
8
Right
AUX1
pre
+10
center
RIGHT
0dB
Left
CH
ON
PAN
LEFT
+10
0dB
AUX2
post D
F
0dB
-
+10
center
PHONES
X
-
+10
center
PAN
0dB
+10
0dB
AUX2
post D
F
-
+15
AUX1
pre
X
-
+10
center
-
+10
0dB
X
-
0dB
AUX1
pre
-15
8
-
AUX2
post D
F
+15
8
0dB
-15
8
0dB
AUX1
pre
+10
8
-
+15
8
0dB
-15
8
+15
8
-15
AUX1
pre
0dB
LOW
80Hz
8
+15
freq
Hz
-15
MID
8
-15
MID
+15
0dB
0dB
LEVEL
+10
9-12
-
AUX1
pre
+10
8
+15
1KHz
-15
MID
8
+15
0dB
8
-15
-15
MID
8
+15
0dB
8
-15
LEVEL
+10
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1
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
3
3
3
3
MIC IN (BAL)
MIC IN (BAL)
MIC IN (BAL)
MIC IN (BAL)
CH5 LEFT IN (MONO) CH7 LEFT IN (MONO)
CH6 RIGHT IN
CH8 RIGHT IN
CENTER &
SURROUND OUT
WITH
DIGITAL EFFECTS
AUX1 OUT
LINE IN (UNBAL)
LINE IN (UNBAL)
LINE IN (UNBAL)
LINE IN (UNBAL)
CH9-10 IN (LEFT)
CH13-14 IN (LEFT)
AUX2 OUT
INSERT
INSERT
INSERT
INSERT
CH12-11 IN (RIGHT)
CH16-15 IN (RIGHT)
PHONES
BALANCED +4dBu
LEFT
OUT
BALANCED +4dBu
RIGHT
OUT
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2
4
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1 MIC INPUT(1 to 4)
Your GHIBLI 16(FX) is equipped with 4 low-noise microphone preamplifiers with
phantom power always on, 50 dB of Gain and over 100 dB of S/N ratio. You can
connect almost any type of microphone. Dynamic microphones do not need
phantom power. Phantom power will not damage your dynamic microphones but it
may damage tube or ribbon microphones, so make sure to read the microphone
instructions manual before connecting such types of microphone to your
GHIBLI 16(FX). These four channels are also equipped with 1/4" TRS balanced or
unbalanced LINE-IN plugs to connect line-level instruments such as keyboards,
drum machines and effect devices.
NOTE: Phantom power is applied only to the XLR MIC socket but not to the
LINE IN 1/4" socket. Phantom Power may damage line-level instruments such as
keyboards, so never connect such instruments to the XLR socket. Always use the
1/4" socket.
2 INSERT
This is where you connect external sound processors such as compressor-limiter,
equalizers, etc. The insert point is available on the first 4 MIC channels only. For
the other channels, you can always insert the processor in between the sound
source (such as keyboard or drum machine) and the GHIBLI input. The Insert
sockets can also be used as direct-outs to feed the input of a 4-track tape
recorder.
3 STEREO LINE INPUTS (5 to 8)
These are channels 5/6 and 7/8. They are organised in stereo pair and provided
with 1/4" TRS phone sockets. If you connect only the left jack, the input will operate
in mono mode, that is, the mono signal will appear on both input channels. You can
use these inputs with a stereo keyboard, drum machine, etc.
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4 STEREO LINE INPUTS (9 to 16)
These are channels (9/10-11/12) and (13/14-15/16). They are organised in double
stereo pair and provided with 1/4" TRS phone sockets. You can connect either
mono or stereo line-level instruments or use them as stereo return for external
multi-effects.
5 AUX OUT 1 & 2
These 1/4" phone sockets are used to send out the signal from the AUX bus of
the input channels into external devices such as effect units and/or stage monitors.
You can use AUX OUT 2 to feed powered stage monitors. Use AUX OUT 2 only for
internal/external effect since this AUX bus 2 is only post-fader.
6 MAIN MIX OUTPUTS
These low-impedance outputs are fully balanced and can drive +4 dBu lines with very
high headroom. You can connect the inputs of a stereo power amplifier of a pair of
powered speakers.
7 PHONES
This socket will be used to send the signal to a headphone or to a pair of powered
studio monitors.
8 CENTER & SURROUND OUT
Both the CENTER and SURROUND channels are available on this socket. You must
use a stereo Y type cable. (The same cable you use for the INSERT sockets). The
CENTER signal will appear on the TIP of the jack. The SURROUND channels will
appear on the RING.
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9 LOW-CUT filter
Also regarded as high-pass filter. This filter will cut low
frequencies below 100 Hz with a slope of 18 dB x octave.
You should always activate this filter when using microphones.
In this way, you reduce the possibility of feedback and
resonance due to stage vibrations. Do not use the filter
with bass drums and bass guitar, if you want to preserve
the full body of these instruments. There is a creative
way to use the low-cut filter with the channel LOW
equalization control. You can boost a male vocal track
with the channel LOW level control at 80 Hz and
immediately after apply the low-cut filter. In this way, you
add the wanted colourations to the voice avoiding stage
rumble and breath pops.
LOW CUT
HARD
SOFT
10
BYPASS COMP DE-ES
GAIN
CLIP
MIC 0
LINE -20
50 0dB
+30
0dB
15KHz
11
HIGH
12
-15
+15
0dB
-15
MID
+15
1KHz
MID
13
freq
Hz
5K
600
0dB
LOW
80Hz
14
-15
+15
0dB
+10
8
-
AUX1
pre
0dB
AUX2
post
D
F
X
15
+10
8
-
center
PAN
16
Left
Right
CH
ON
MUTE
LEVEL
0dB
17
18
-
8
10 COMPRESSOR/DE-ESSER
Your GHIBLI 16(FX) also includes a flexible and easy to use
tube-like compressor and de-esser. It is really a powerful
dynamic processor using optical compression just like the
best Tube Compressors. Two internal automatic settings
are provided, one for smooth compression with a threshold
level of 0 dB, and one for hard limiting with a threshold level
of around +10 dB. The soft and hard knee curve is
automatic and it is shown by the two yellow LEDs, HARD
and SOFT. This dynamic processor can also avoid the
channel clipping, maintaining the best signal-to-noise ratio.
To set the right amount of compression turn up the GAIN
control. Higher the gain, higher is the compression ratio.
With the switch in BYPASS position the compressor will be
sleeping, In COMP position the Compressor is alive while
you can activate the de-esser filter with the switch in such
position. The de-esser filter is very useful to get rid of vocals
sibilances and tape hiss.
9
100Hz
OFF
+10
1
11 GAIN
This control is provided with 2 different indications: one is for the MIC and the
other for the LINE input. When you use a Microphone you shall read the MIC
ring (0~50dB); when you use a line level instrument you shall read the LINE
ring (-20~+30dB). For optimum operation you shall set this control in a way
that the CLIP LED will light up only occasionally in order to avoid distortion on
the input channel.
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EQUALIZATION
You have three EQ control for each mono and stereo input channel each providing
+/-15 dB of boost and cut. The signal will be unaffected when the controls on center
position. You may use an external equalizer to make up a mix properly, but a master
equalizer will not have effect on a single channel and you may overload the signal easily.
Individual EQ will give you a much better control on single tracks.
12 -HI
If you turn this control up, you will boost all the frequencies above 12 kHz (shelving
filter). You will add transparency to vocals and guitar and also make cymbals crispier.
Turn the control down to cut all frequencies above 12 kHz. In such way, you can
reduce sibilances of human voice or reduce the hiss of a Tape player.
13 -MID
This is a peaking filter and it will boost/cut frequencies from 600 to 5000 Hz
depending on the position of the MID freq control. This control will affect especially
upper male and lower female vocal ranges and also the harmonics of most musical
instruments.
14 --LOW
If you turn this control up, you will boost all frequencies below 80 Hz. You will give
more punch to bass drums and bass guitar; and you will make the male vocalist
more "macho". Turn it down and you will cut all the frequencies below 80 Hz. In this
way, you can avoid low-frequency vibrations and resonance thus preserving the life
of your woofers.
15 AUX sends
These two controls are used to adjust the level of signal sent to AUX 1&2 outputs
(if nothing is connected to AUX2 OUT socket, the signal will be sent to the resident
digital multi-effect ), and such adjustment doesn't affect the main mix output signal
at all. AUX1 is configured pre-fader. It means that the signal is sent to the AUX1
OUT socket before the channel LEVEL control. This Bus is used to feed stage
monitors.
16 PAN
This is the PANORAMA control, or balance control. You can adjust the stereo image
of the signal via this control. Keep this control in center position and your signal will
be positioned in the middle of stage. Turn this control fully counter-clockwise and the
signal will be present only on the left speaker and vice-versa. Of course a large
number of intermediate positions are available.
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17 MUTE
If you move this switch to the right, you will mute all functions of the channel.
18 LEVEL
It is channel's LEVEL control and it determines the amount of the input signal
sent to the main mix (LEFT and RIGHT output) and to the SURROUND and
CENTER outputs.
STEREO INPUT CHANNEL STRIP
19 AUX 1
This control will send the input signal to the AUX1 OUT socket. The signal is sent
out before the channel LEVEL control and will not be affected by the channel LEVEL
control position. This Bus is used to feed stage monitors.
20 PAN
0dB
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This is the PANORAMA control, or balance control. You can
adjust the stereo image of the signal via this control. Keep
this control in center position and your signal will be positioned
in the middle of stage. Turn this control fully counter-clockwise
and the signal will be present only on the left speaker and
vice-versa. Of course a large number of intermediate positions
are available.
AUX1
pre
+10
center
PAN
20
Right
Left
0dB
LEVEL
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21 LEVEL
+10
8
-
7-8
0dB
0dB
-
AUX1
pre
+10
8
-
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It is channel's LEVEL control and it determines the amount
of the input signal sent to the MAIN MIX (LEFT and RIGHT
Output) and to the SURROUND and CENTER outputs.
NOTE: You can input a stereo signal on channel 5-6 and
7-8. You can adjust the input level the stereo image and
feed stage monitors via the AUX control. In the channels
marked 9-12 and 13-16, you can connect a double stereo
channel to each single input. In this case, you will have a
stereo channel on the LEFT input and another stereo
channel on the RIGHT input. You will find out that if you do
not need a large number of line-level sources, you can use
the stereo channels as RETURNS for external multi-effects.
Via the AUX1 control, you can also send the processed
signal to the stage monitors.
19
LEVEL
+10
13-16
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22 INSERT
These large rotary knob controls the level
of the signal sent to MAIN OUTPUTS and
CENTER/SURROUND outputs. All un-muted
channel's signals will be sent to this control.
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OPERATING
BASS ENHANCER
26
0dB
BYPASS
24 OUTPUT LEVEL METERs
This consists of two column of 4 LEDs
each ranging from 20 dB to +10 dB.
The 0 (yellow) LED corresponds to a level
output of 0 dBu. The 10 ( red ) LEDs
come to life when the output reaches
+10dBu. Set the MAIN MIX level control
so that the 10 LEDs only flash occasionally.
In general, you get a good mix level when
the Meter LEDs operate in the range -10
to 0. If you exceed 0, you will get distortion.
If even 20 LEDs are sleeping, your
signal-to-noise ratio will suffer.
23
-
+10
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23 PHONES control
This control adjusts the signal level sent to
the PHONES output socket. You can use it
to feed a pair of headphones or powered
studio monitors.
ON
PHONES
LEFT
-20
-10
0
10
22
MAIN MIX LEVEL
25 OPERATING LED
This LED indicates when your GHIBLI 16(FX) is switched-on.
26 BASS-ENHANCER
The Main Output Stage of your GHIBLI 16(FX) features a very useful BASS
ENHANCER processor that also provides to recover the very low end of the
audio band, if you are using a small PA system without big woofer.
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DSP SECTION
Your GHIBLI 16FX includes a quite unique and innovative digital multi-effects with
24-bit resolution and high dynamic range. Unlike other multi-effects where all the
presets are available in a sequence and via a single control, GHIBLI 16FX multi-effect
unit is organized with a 16 presets control and relative Level control for vibrato and
modulation controls such as chorus and flanger. You can add reverb at any time with
a separate Level control or you can just use the reverb keeping the FX level control
turned down.
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16 1
2
1
2
3
4
5
8
9
12
13
16
3
4
5
6
10 9 8
PRESETS
7
VIBRAFLANGE
FUNKY
ROCKABILLY
BIGSTAGE
VIBRATO
FLANGER
CHORUS
PEAK
-
+10
REVERB LEVEL
+10
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28 FX LEVEL
This control is used to adjust the output
level of FX signal, which can be varied from
0 dB to 10 dB.
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14
13
12
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27 PRESETS
Adjust this control to select thel desired
effect. There are a total of 16 Factory
presets available including pitch-variations,
vibratos, Flanger, Chorus, etc.
FX LEVEL
29 30
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29 REVERB LEVEL
This control is used to adjust the output level of the REVERB signal, which can be
varied from 0 dB to 10 dB. The digital reverb is independent from the other 16
Factory Presets, so you can add reverb in any amount over chorus, flanger, etc or
just use reverb turning down the FX LEVEL control.
30 PEAK LED
This LED lights up when the input signal is too strong.
REAR PANEL
31 POWER SUPPLY
Used to connect the supplied 24VAC adapter.
32 POWER ON/OFF switch
This switch is used to turn the main power ON and OFF.
MODEL
SERIAL
POWER POWER
ON SUPPLY
32 31
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5. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION
OK, you have got to this point and you are now in the position to successfully operate
your GHIBLI 16(FX): However, we advise you to read carefully the following section to
get the best out of your GHIBLI 16(FX).
Not paying enough attention to the input signal level, to the routing of the signal and
the assignment of the signal will result in unwanted distortion, a corrupted signal or
no sound at all. So you should follow these procedures before operation:
1. Before connecting microphones or instruments, make sure that the power of all
your systems components including the GHIBLI 16(FX) is turned off. Also, make
sure that all input and output controls are turned down. This will avoid damage to
your speakers and excessive noise.
2. Properly connect all external equipment such as microphone, power amplifier,
speakers etc.
3. Now, turn on the power of any peripheral devices, then connect the 18 VAC power
supply to your GHIBLI 16(FX) and to the AC socket.
NOTE: The power amplifier or powered monitors shall be turned ON after the
GHIBLI 16(FX) and OFF before the GHIBLI 16(FX) is turned OFF.
4. Set the output level of your GHIBLI 16(FX) or the connected power amplifier at no
more than 75%.
5. Set the PHONES level at no more than 50%.
6. Set HI, MID and LOW EQ controls on center position.
7. Set panoramic ( PAN / BAL ) control on center position.
8. While speaking into the microphone (or playing the instrument) at normal volume,
adjust the channel gain control until the 0dB LED lights up; in this way, you will
maintain good headroom and proper dynamic range.
9. You can shape the tone of each channel by adjusting the equalizer controls as
desired.
10.Now repeat the same sequence for all input channels. The Main LED Meter could
move up into the red section. In this case, you can adjust the overall output level
through the MAIN MIX control..
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6. PRESET LIST (For GHIBLI 16FX Model)
NO.
Preset
Description
Parameter
1
VibraFlange
Slight pitch variation with Flanger effect
Mod Level: 90%
2
Funky
Large pitch variation with heavy Flanger effect
Mod Level: 68%
3
Rockabilly
Simulate a stage space with slight Flanger effect
Rate:0.1Hz
4
Big stage
Simulate a stage space of the sound.
Decay time:5.4s
5
Vibrato 4
Slight variation of pitch resulting from the free
oscillation of the vocal cords.
Rate: 4.8Hz
6
Vibrato 3
Slight variation of pitch resulting from the free
oscillation of the vocal cords.
Rate: 3.8Hz
7
Vibrato 2
Slight variation of pitch resulting from the free
oscillation of the vocal cords.
Rate: 3.0Hz
8
Vibrato 1
Slight variation of pitch resulting from the free
oscillation of the vocal cords.
Rate: 2.0Hz
9
Flanger 4
Simulate to play with another person carrying
out same the notes on the same instrument
Rate: 4.9Hz
10
Flanger 3
Simulate to play with another person carrying
out same the notes on the same instrument
Rate: 3.21Hz
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Flanger 2
Simulate to play with another person carrying
out same the notes on the same instrument
Rate: 0.9Hz
12
Flanger 1
Simulate to play with another person carrying
out same the notes on the same instrument
Rate: 0.56Hz
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CHORUS 4
Recreate the illusion of more than one instrument
from a single instrument sound
Rate: 3.6Hz
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CHORUS 3
Recreate the illusion of more than one instrument
from a single instrument sound
Rate: 1.79Hz
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CHORUS 2
Recreate the illusion of more than one instrument
from a single instrument sound
Rate: 0.32Hz
CHORUS 1
Recreate the illusion of more than one instrument
from a single instrument sound
Rate: 0.39Hz
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7. BLOCK DIAGRAM
D
C
1
2
3
1
5e
1a
2b
4d
3c
5e
1a
2b
4d
3c
5e
1a
2b
4d
3c
5e
MONO INPUT CHANNELS(1-4)
PHANTOM
POWER
+18V
MIC IN
LINE IN
X2
X1
MIC GAIN: 0~50dB
LINEGAIN: +30dB~-20dB
CH5/CH7(MONO)
CH6/CH8(RIGHT)
CH9/CH13 (LEFT)
CH10/CH14 (RIGHT)
CH12/CH16 ( LEFT)
CH11/CH15 (RIGHT)
1a
2b
4d
3c
2
2
LOW CUT 100HZ
LOW CUT SW
LOW CUTSW
LOW CUT 100HZ
GAIN
AUX1PRE
LEVEL
3
COMP
BYPASS
T
R
RN
TN
R BUS
L BUS
AUX1PRE
PAN
5e S
3c
4d
2b
1a
SOFTDE-ES
INSERT
3
L BUS
R BUS
LO
4
MID (FREQ) HI
+/-15db
80 600Hz-5KHz 15K
3-BAND EQ
4
MUTE
LEVEL
AUX1
PRE
5
5
AUX2
PAN
POST
6
MASTER LEVEL
AUX-2
MASTER LEVEL
6
BASS ENAHANCER
BASS ENAHANCER
D7
D9
D7
D9
PHONES LEVEL
PHONES LEVEL
7
-10dB
RED
10dB
GR
-10dB
RED
10dB
GR
7
D6
D8
D6
D8
0dB
GR
-20dB
YEL
0dB
GR
-20dB
YEL
2
3
1
8
MAIN LEFT OUTPUT
2
3
1
MAIN RIGHT OUTPUT
CENTER&SURROUNDOUT
HEADPHONE OUTPUT
AUX1(PRE)
AUX2(POST)
8
D
C
B
A
14
B
A
1
AUX-1
RIGHT-BUS
LEFT-BUS
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8. TECHNICAL
TECHNICALSPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATION
Mono input channels
Microphone input
Bandwidth
Distortion (THD & N)
Gain range
Electronically balanced
15 Hz to 20 kHz, +/3 dB
0.007% at +4 dBu, 1 kHz, Bandwidth 20 kHz
0 dB to 50 dB (MIC)
SNR (Signal to Noise Ratio)
Line input
Bandwidth
Distortion (THD & N)
Line level range
unbalanced
15 Hz to 60 kHz, +/3 dB
0.007% at +4 dBu, 1 kHz, Bandwidth 60 kHz
-20 dBu to +30 dBu
Stereo input channels
Max input level
Line input
Bandwidth
Distortion (THD & N)
+10 dBu
unbalanced
10 Hz to 55 kHz, +/3 dB
0.007% at +4 dBu, 1 kHz, Bandwidth 80 kHz
Equalization
Hi shelving
Mid bell
Low shelving
+/ 15 dB @12 kHz
+/ 15 dB @600~5 kHz
+/ 15 dB @80 Hz
Main Mix Section
Max output
AUX Sends max out
Phones Out
Center, Surround output
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
+26 dBu balanced
+22 dBu unbalanced
+22 dBu unbalanced
+22 dBu unbalanced
112 dB, all channels at Unity Gain
Power Supply (AC/AC Adapter)
Main voltage
Physical
Dimension (W D H)
Net weight
Shipping weight
USA/Canada ~115 VAC, 60 Hz;
Europe ~230 VAC, 50 Hz;
U.K./Australia ~240 VAC, 50 Hz
Japan ~100 VAC, 60 Hz
270 198
1.73 Kg
2.45 Kg
43 mm
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9. WARRANTY
1. WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD
To obtain Warranty Service, the buyer should first fill out and return the enclosed
Warranty Registration Card within 10 days of the Purchase Date.
All the information presented in this Warranty Registration Card gives the
manufacturer a better understanding of the sales status, so as to provide a
more effective and efficient after-sales warranty service. Please fill out all the
information carefully and genuinely, miswriting or absence of this card will void
your warranty service.
2. RETURN NOTICE
2.1 In case of return for any warranty service, please make sure that the
product is well packed in its original shipping carton, and it can protect your
unit from any other extra damage.
2.2 Please provide a copy of your sales receipt or other proof of purchase with
the returned machine, and give detail information about your return address
and contact telephone number.
2.3 A brief description of the defect will be appreciated.
2.4 Please prepay all the costs involved in the return shipping, handling and
insurance.
3. TERMS AND CONDITIONS
3.1 LTO warrants that this product will be free from any defects in materials
and/or workmanship for a period of 1 year from the purchase date if you
have completed the Warranty Registration Card in time.
3.2 The warranty service is only available to the original consumer, who purchased
this product directly from the retail dealer, and it can not be transferred.
3.3 During the warranty service, LTO may repair or replace this product at its
own option at no charge to you for parts or for labor in accordance with the
right side of this limited warranty.
3.4 This warranty does not apply to the damages to this product that occurred
as the following conditions:
Instead of operating in accordance with the user's manual thoroughly, any abuse
or misuse of this product.
Normal tear and wear.
The product has been altered or modified in any way.
Damage which may have been caused either directly or indirectly by another
product / force / etc.
Abnormal service or repairing by anyone other than the qualified personnel or
technician.
And in such cases, all the expenses will be charged to the buyer.
3.5 In no event shall LTO be liable for any incidental or consequential damages.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to
you.
3.6 This warranty gives you the specific rights, and these rights are compatible
with the state laws, you may also have other statutory rights that may vary
from state to state.
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