Drawmer MC2.1 Monitor Controller - Manual (Page 13)

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Talkback Level. The knob adjusts the gain level of the talkback microphone. It can
be adjusted to compensate for the distance that the operator is from the microphone,
how loud his voice is, or the volume of the underlying music played, as well as
several other factors.
TalkBack Microphone . An electret condenser microphone as been incorporated
into the MC2.1 and is located above the Talkback Level on the front panel.
Activating the Talkback automatically engages the Dim switch (i.e. attenuates the
volume by 20dB) for the headphones and also the speaker outputs making
it possible for the artist to clearly hear the instruction.
As well as the headphones the talkback signal is also routed to the direct talkback
output jack on the rear of the unit to be routed at the engineers discretion.
To operate talkback press the talkback switch and then turn the gain level up until
all those wishing to hear the operator’s voice can. Talkback is only active whilst the
switch is held in and will de-activate once the finger is removed.
MONITOR VOLUME
The Monitor Volume control adjusts the signal level of both stereo channels for all
speaker outputs. The Volume knob affects the volume of the monitors A (plus the
mono), B, & C only and does not have a bearing on any other output such as the
headphones or talkback jack.
Because the circuitry is active it allows for the signal level to be increased, rather
than only attenuated, making subtle problems within the mix (such as noise at low
levels, or unwanted harmonics, for example) more obvious and easier to iron out,
especially during musical passages that would normally be quiet.
T h e vo lum e k no b circ u it d esig n in c o rpo rates a parallelled c u sto m qu ad
potentiometer, for excellent channel matching and a smooth feel, with a range from
Off (-infinity) to +12dB of gain.
Before you can make full effective use of the Volume control it is necessary to
calibrate the entire monitoring system (see the ‘Monitor Calibration’ section) - this
allows for accurate level control, as well as left/right balance throughout the knob’s
range. Note that the actual output levels, including the maximum output level and
the position of unity gain (0dB) around the knob, will alter depending on the
calibration of the monitors.
WARNING:
It is recommended that you turn the volume control down to a lower level before
turning the MC2.1 off - this is to ensure that a sudden volume increase when
turning on does not damage your speakers or your hearing
In addition, do not use excessive force at either end of the volume knob - it’s
size would mean that damaging the potentiometer is possible.
POWER LED
A lit 2mm LED indicates that the unit is switched on. To turn the MC2.1 on see the
mains input section .
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