Solid State Logic 82BXEM01A - Manual (Page 9)

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THE X-PANDA STEREO CHANNEL STRIP
The X-Panda features 4 Stereo Input Channels that differ slightly from the Mono
Channels.
Stereo Inputs – Channel Input (CH IP)
The X-Panda Stereo Input channels (CH IP) feature a +/- 20 dB gain stereo Level
Trim, indented in the centre at Unity Gain and a pair of independent Phase Reverse
“Ø” switch for both the L+R Inputs.
The Post input gain signal can also then be affected by Insert processing (perhaps
stereo EQ or Dynamics processing) by pressing the “INS” switch. On the Stereo
channels on the X-Panda the Insert point is true Stereo.
It is worth noting that in SSL tradition the Insert Send is always active, which can
creatively utilised if you so wish. Engaging the “INS” switch will activate the Insert
return. (All Stereo Channel Inserts are connected via the INSERT SEND/RETURN
ST 1-4 connections on the rear of the X-Panda)
There are independent Level Meters for both Left and Right Signals of your Stereo
source.
The Tri-colour LEDs under the level control are 3 colour indictors of signal presence
and level. By default the following audio levels are indicted by the following LED
states:
Green =
-24 dBu
Yellow = +4 dBu
Red = +21 dBu
Remember it is possible to rescale the X-Panda’s metering to a +18dBu (as opposed
to the standard +24 dBu) scale via the rear panel DIP switch. This would then provide
the following channel meter scale.
Green =
-24 dBu
Yellow = 0 dBu
Red = +16 dBu
Note: The Red LED will light before actual audio clipping, which can serve as a
useful warning when recording.