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Fader. Like the Channel Send, the Sub-Output send is an access jack that will not
interrupt the normal signal flow through the output channels. The "Sub-Send" is
pre-fader, so any output fader changes will not affect the output of the "Sub-
Send". Its output signal will only be affected by the amount of signal sent from
the channel assigned to the particular Sub-Output.
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The "Sub-Return" jack interrupts the signal (similar to the Channel
Return). When a signal is plugged into the Sub-Return (utilizing a 1/4" phone
plug) the signal normally appearing at the Output Channel is interrupted, and
only the signal injected at the Sub-Return will appear at the output. The Sub-
Return is pre-fader, so any Output Fader changes will affect the volume levels of
your signal processing to be returned via the Sub-Return in order for the signal
to appear at the selected Sub-Outputs.
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The Sub Output signals are available as both balanced and un-
balanced signals. The XLR connectors carrythe balanced signal, and the 1/4"
outputs carrythe un-balanced signal. Both of these outputs will deliver high
quality, low noise audio. The 1/4" outputs are calibrated for a -10dBv at (0)VU
signal for direct connection to multi-track tape recorders with -10dBv operating
levels. The XLR connectors may be internally recalibrated to +4dBv. (See Section
#4 - VU Meter Calibration). The Sub-Output connections are usually used to make
connection to your multi-track tape deck, and both connections may be used at
the same time if so desired.
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These connections are pre-amp connections intended to drive a
power amplifier - subsequently powering your control room monitor speakers. As
with all inputs and outputs of the MX2488 you are advised to use good quality
shielded cable. This will provide the best possible quality and lowest noise.
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this way the engineer monitors a rough headphone mix
while recording the basic tracks. This may or may not
be preferred depending upon your particular application.
There are several ways to achieve headphone feeds from
the MX2488.
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These "Output" jacks are used to drive your Cue amplifiers. The Cue
sends are normally used to drive headphone systems in the studio. In a live
situation, the Cue sends may be used to drive the on stage monitor amplification
system.
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