The document discusses options for expanding Soundcraft digital mixing consoles, including mini stageboxes that provide I/O expansion via MADI with 16 or 32 channels. It also covers the compact stagebox which offers higher channel counts in a smaller form factor. Both stageboxes require compatible option cards for the console.
The document discusses options for expanding Soundcraft digital mixing consoles, including mini stageboxes that provide I/O expansion via MADI with 16 or 32 channels. It also covers the compact stagebox which offers higher channel counts in a smaller form factor. Both stageboxes require compatible option cards for the console.
The document discusses options for expanding Soundcraft digital mixing consoles, including mini stageboxes that provide I/O expansion via MADI with 16 or 32 channels. It also covers the compact stagebox which offers higher channel counts in a smaller form factor. Both stageboxes require compatible option cards for the console.
The document discusses options for expanding Soundcraft digital mixing consoles, including mini stageboxes that provide I/O expansion via MADI with 16 or 32 channels. It also covers the compact stagebox which offers higher channel counts in a smaller form factor. Both stageboxes require compatible option cards for the console.
Stageboxes COST-EFFECTIVE EXPANSION OPTIONS FOR SOUNDCRAFT DIGITAL MIXING CONSOLES.
COMPACT STAGEBOX (CSB)
MINI STAGEBOX The Mini Stagebox range from Soundcraft provides a simple solution to stage connectivity offering a lower-cost option for many systems where the modularity and configurability of the larger systems are not required. The Mini Stagebox 32 (3U) provides 32 analogue inputs and 8 analogue line outputs, with 4 pairs of AES outputs, providing a total I/O capacity of 32 inputs and 16 outputs, with the Mini Stagebox 16 (2U) model providing 16 analogue inputs and 8 line outputs making a 16 x 8 matrix. They connect to any of the Soundcraft Si Expression, Si Compact, Si Performer, Si Series and Vi Series consoles via a MADI card fitted to the option card slot. Mini Stageboxes are supplied with the appropriate option cards fitted together with the card required for the console. The Mini Stagebox 16 is fitted with a single-ended Cat5 MADI connection (so only one cable is required), while the Mini Stagebox 32 is available either dual Cat5 system (which provides signal redundancy) or optical MADI connections. The Mini Stagebox models contain an integral PSU so are completely selfcontained and sit comfortably stage-side.
The Soundcraft Compact Stagebox offers a high density of I/O connections in
only 4U of rack space. The modular unit is configurable but is offered with a standard configuration of 32 mic/line inputs, 8 line outputs, 8 channels of AES/ EBU outputs and 2 expansion slots for standard Studer D21m I/O cards. The D21m is the I/O architecture for Studer as well as Soundcraft digital mixing systems and allows connection to most popular digital formats, including CobraNet, AVIOM A-Net16, Ethersound, ADAT and RockNet. A MADI recording interface can also be fitted to the expansion slots. It is possible to equip the Compact Stagebox with an additional 16 mic/line input XLR module instead of the output module, providing 48 inputs. In this case, analogue or AES outputs could still be obtained on D-Type connectors via D21m cards fitted to the expansion slots. The Compact Stagebox is connected to the host console using either Cat-5 or Optical-fibre MADI, the same way as the larger 64 Mic/line Vi6 Stagebox is hooked up, and shares the same redundant MADI cable capability. A compatible card for the console is required to be purchased separately. The unit comes complete with twin redundant power supplies, thermostaticallycontrolled fan cooling and full LED status monitoring. An 8ch GPIO interface is also provided. PART NUMBERS:
PART NUMBERS: MODEL
USA
EU
UK
Mini Stagebox 16 Cat5 MADI
5032762
5032764
5032763
Mini Stagebox 32 Cat5 MADI
5032760
5032761
5032175
Mini Stagebox 32 Optical MADI
5033269
5033268
5033266
COMPATIBILITY: Si1, Si1+
Si Performer
Si2, Si2+
Si Compact
Si3, Si3+
Si Expression
CAT5 VERSION:
E947.350000
OPTICAL VERSION:
E947.351000
COMPATIBILITY: Si1, Si1+
Si Performer
Si2, Si2+
Si Compact
Si3, Si3+
Si Expression
Note: Compact Stagebox uses Vi Series option cards
Option Cards By adding option cards to the Soundcraft Si range of digital consoles, you can interface your desk with a multitude of analogue and digital systems. The Si range of consoles features a versatile 128 channel expansion bus offering 64 discrete additional input sources and 64 additional output patches that may be used in parallel to fan-out to multiple destinations.
Soundcraft Si Compact Soundcraft Si1 Soundcraft Si Expression Soundcraft Si Compact Soundcraft Si Performer Soundcraft Si1+ Soundcraft Si2, Si2+ Soundcraft Si3, Si3+
Routing from the cards to the processing channels
and from channels or buses to the option card buses is achieved via the Patching functionality. Further cards in development will provide AVB, Dante and BLU link interface capabilities.The number of option cards that may be fitted varies by product model, as follows:
64-channel MADI input and output to a remote device such as stage rack, another console or Broadcast feed to an OB. Optical inputs and outputs are provided on SC connectors and are available in single and multi-mode versions. The auxiliary interface can be used as a redundant link. A Cat5 version of the card is also available.
This card allows the desk
to digitally feed an Aviom A-Net Pro-16 chain. With this standard, 16 mono signals can be fed to any number of Aviom personal mixers (such as the A-16 II), connected in a daisy chain configuration. The A-Net card will be the start of the chain and provide the audio and synchronization data to the chain.
This card allows sending and
receiving of up to 32 audio channels to/from a CobraNet network. DIP switches on the card allow setting the number of input or output channels seen by the console. Default setting is 32 output and 32 input channels. CobraNet cards used in Soundcraft consoles must operate as the conductor of the CobraNet system.
There are two optional AES/EBU cards:
1. An XLR-based card with 2 pairs of AES/ EBU inputs and outputs (4-in/4-out). 2. A D-Type connector based AES/EBU input/output card with 8 inputs and 8 outputs. A separate BNC connector for wordclock output is provided.
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Multimode Optical
A520.001000SP
PART NUMBER:
PART NUMBER:
Dual Cat5
A520.005000SP
A520.004000SP
A520.006000SP
Si2, Si2+
Si3, Si3+
Si Performer
Si Compact
Si Expression
Si1, Si1+ Si2, Si2+
Si3, Si3+
Si Performer
Si Compact
Si Expression
Si1, Si1+
COMPATIBILITY:
Si1, Si1+
COMPATIBILITY:
COMPATIBILITY:
Single Mode Optical
Si2, Si2+
Si3, Si3+
Si Performer
Si Compact
Si Expression
AES XLR:
A520.002000SP
AES D-Type:
A520.003000SP
COMPATIBILITY:
PART NUMBERS:
PART NUMBERS:
Si1, Si1+
Si2, Si2+
Si3, Si3+
Si Performer
Si Compact
Si Expression
Option Cards RN.344.Si Riedel Rocknet Card
Dante Card
BLU link Card
Multi Digital Card
The single-port Cat5 MADI
card needs only one Cat5 cable to run, but redundancy in case of cable failure is not possible. This card is supplied with the Mini Stagebox when specified.
The DANTE card connects to
an Audinate Dante network, and allows the console to send and receive up to 64 channels in each direction.
The BLU link card can send
and receive 32 channels onto a BLU link bus. It interfaces with the dbx PMC16 Personal Monitor Controller, and BSS Soundweb devices which have BLU link ports.
The Multi Digital card is a
great tool to add recording functionality to the Si consoles. It provides a 32x32 USB interface (PC only), and a 32x32 FireWire interface (MAC and PC). In addition, there are 8 channels of optical ADAT in and out available on the card.
5031819.V
PART NUMBER:
Si2, Si2+
Si3, Si3+
Si Performer
Si Compact
Si Expression
Si1, Si1+
Si2, Si2+
Si3, Si3+
Si Performer
Si Compact
Si Expression
PART NUMBER: Available from BSS Audio
COMPATIBILITY:
Si1, Si1+
COMPATIBILITY:
COMPATIBILITY:
5031572
PART NUMBER:
Si1, Si1+
Si2, Si2+
Si3, Si3+
Si Performer
Si Compact
Si Expression
5024024.V
COMPATIBILITY:
PART NUMBER:
Si1, Si1+
Si2, Si2+
Si3, Si3+
Si Performer
Si Compact
Si Expression
The RN.344.SI card fits into
any Soundcraft Si consoles expansion slot. In its first firmware release the card will support 32 inputs and 32 outputs to the RockNet system. A rotary switch is provided for device identification and selection of up to 16 programmable routing tables. The RN.344.SI enables the respective Soundcraft product to become a part of the RockNet digital audio network and enables remote control of any RockNet microphone pre-amplifier.
COMPATIBILITY:
Single-port Cat 5 MADI Card
Si1, Si1+
Si2, Si2+
Si3, Si3+
Si Performer
Si Compact
Si Expression
ViSi Remote REMOTE CONTROL iPAD APP FOR SOUNDCRAFT DIGITAL MIXING CONSOLES The Soundcraft ViSi Remote is an iPad app which provides wireless control of Soundcraft Si Expression, Si Compact, SiPerformer and Vi Series consoles. ViSi Remote allows you to mix and contour your sound from anywhere in a venue without being constrained by cables. Systems can be configured to run in several ways. 1. A single iPad can control one consoles levels and graphic EQ. 2. Multiple iPads can control a single consoles settings. This means that artists can each control their own monitor mix directly from their performance position on stage. 3. A single iPad could control a number of consoles in a network, which may include any of the consoles noted in the above range, so Si and Vi consoles may be mixed on a network. 4. The ViSi app may be used as an offline familiarisation tool. Simply connect a Wireless Router* to the HiQnet port on the console and mix remotely within minutes. * Soundcraft does not guarantee operation with all wireless routers.
Optimise the front of house mix from anywhere in the room.
Control a network of consoles from one iPad app (e.g. FOH and Monitor): Vi1, Vi2, Vi4, Vi6 and Si Compact (requires updated console software).
Adjust monitor levels while standing next to the artist.
Control input, aux and output levels and graphic EQ settings. Use in standalone mode for familiarisation with console functions (includes Vi Series).
Use multiple iPads on the same console, so several artists can control their own monitor mixes.
Console and audio unaffected by wireless dropouts or interference.
Auto discovery of consoles on network no manual address entry needed. Connects to consoles via Harmans HiQnet network.
Accessory Kits and Flightcases
Accessory Bag The optional accessories kit includes a magnetic notepad, wipe-off marker, lanyard, console lamp(s) and dust cover.
PART NUMBERS:
Flightcases for Si Expression, Si Compact and Si Performer
Flightcases affording full on-the-road protection
are available for the Si Expression, SiCompact and Si Performer models.
PART NUMBERS: Si Expression 2, Si Compact 24, Si Performer 2:
502 9646
Si Expression 3, Si Compact 32, Si Performer 3:
502 9647
Si Compact 16
BF10.522001
Si Compact 24/ SiPerformer 2
BF10.522002
Si Compact 32/ SiPerformer 3
BF10.522003
Soundcraft, Harman International Industries Ltd.,
Cranborne House, Cranborne Road, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire EN6 3JN, UK T: +44 (0)1707 665000 F: +44 (0)1707 660742 E: soundcraft.marketing@harman.com Soundcraft USA, 8500 Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91329, USA T: +1-818-920-3212 F: +1-818-920-3208 E: soundcraft-usa@harman.com
