26.4
Channels and Sections
In regard to automation, there are two types of channels:
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Input Channels: A 1068L Input module and fader module
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Master Channels: Program and Group Master Faders
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Stereo Program Masters: STA, STB, STC, and Grand Master (GM)
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Surround Program Masters: L/R, CTR. LFE, SUR, 5.1 or A/B
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Control Group Masters: G1-G6
INPUT CHANNELS
When we refer to “Input Channels” in regard to automation, we are referring to the full input
channel strip, including faders, mutes, and automation switches. Recall settings and fully
analog components, such as mic preamps, compressors, and EQs, have no connection to the
automation system and are not discussed in this section.
The Vision automation system can support up to 144 Input Channels.
A single Input Channel consists of the following automatable functions:
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Fader 1 (lower)
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Mute 1
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Insert 1
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Fader 2 (upper)
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Mute 2
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Insert 2
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Aux Send ON/OFF 1-6, 7/8 and 9/10
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EQ BYP (EQ Bypass)
Each Input Channel has three channel sections that can be selected independently of each
other:
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Switches: Both Inserts, Aux Send ON/OFF, and EQ Bypass
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Fader 2: Fader 2 and Mute 2
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Fader 1: Fader 1 and Mute 1
Although each fader is grouped with its MUTE switch in a single section, you can still work with
faders and mutes independently by using the “Section Safe” buttons described in section 26.6
Global Functions and the “Mute Write” button on the fader module.
MASTER CHANNELS
Stereo and Surround Program Master Faders and Group Master Faders are all part of the Fader
1 global selection group. They are “fader only” and their channel boxes do not have Switch or
Fader 2 sections.
The Vision automation system can support up to 16 Master/Group Channels.
Note: While the MUTE switch on the Stereo and Surround Program Masters can be automated,
the MUTE switch does not cut the output of the Master Faders. However, if the Master
Fader is a Group Master, the MUTE switch can used to control the MUTE switches on the
Group Members.
