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3.3
Rear Panel
In 2.2 “Connecting to audio components,” we gave you an iconic representation of what could be connected to the
SCS.1m. Here, we will briefly describe the Rear panel. (Figure 3.8)
Figure 3.8
1.
Power Switch:
Turns the SCS.1m ON or OFF.
2.
DC IN:
Input connection for the included power supply. While the power is switched OFF, plug the power
supply into the mixer first, and then plug it into the outlet.
3.
FireWire Jacks
: Sends audio and MIDI to and from the SCS.1m. Multiple MIDI devices can be strung together
to create a chain of SCS components. Check Chapter 2.3.
4.
Master Output:
The main outputs are ¼” Balanced TRS jacks. Ideally, you will be going to a balanced input
from the main outputs. Used for sending balanced master audio bus to PA, the master outputs are extremely
loud so it is suggested to first bring the volume of the master outputs completely down in your host
application before playback.
5.
Zone Output:
This is an unbalanced RCA and probably where you are going to hook up your booth monitor, or
it can be used as a Record Out or as an Aux Out for external FX.
6.
Phono/Line Input:
This is an RCA input where you would connect a CD player, a turntable, (for example to
record real-time samples or playback of non digital audio medium) or other external devices. Note that there
is a LINE/PHONO switch attached to this input that you should set according to what you have connected.
When connecting a turntable, this should be set to PHONO. If your turntable has a ground cable, attach it to
the grounding post (GND) located directly above the LINE/PHONO switch.
7.
Trim:
the Trim knobs and clip indicators for both inputs will let you adjust the incoming audio signal.
8.
Mic Input
: Connect a microphone for sampling your voice or getting the crowd hyped up!
9.
Footswitch Input:
A footswitch may be connected for toggling of virtual decks or any other MIDI control in
software
Important
The SCS.1m is not an analog mixer, even though it looks like one. It is a MIDI Controller and an Audio
Interface (soundcard). Because of this, the operation of the inputs and outputs is largely determined by the software it is
running with. For instance, if you are using a program that will accept an audio source as an input, then you will be able
to use the input jacks. However, if your software does not support incoming audio, then you will not hear from devices
connected to the SCS.1m inputs no matter how they are connected.
Now that everything is connected and you have a better idea about the SCS.1m panels, let’s install the SCS.1m Software.
