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How do we use the Group Outputs as opposed to the Direct Outputs? When we want to
route multiple mixer input channels to one or two specific tape tracks, we typically use the
Group Outputs in conjunction with the Channel Assign switches located toward the
bottom of each channel strip. If we simply want to route an individual channel input to a
single tape track, it makes sense to use the Direct Outputs, as this enables us to bypass
another gain stage that would occur by routing that signal via a Group Output.
The following example is based on the assumption that your system is cabled as outlined
in the 8 or 16 track configurations. In order to better understand this Group / Direct
relationship, "zero" the mixer as described at the rear of this guide and then perform the
following:
1) Place track one on your recorder into RECORD READY status
2) Feed signal to the Channel 1 LINE input, making certain the LINE switch at the top
of that channel strip is engaged and FLIP is disengaged
3) Locate the CHANNEL ASSIGN switches positioned at the bottom of this channel
strip, press 1-2 and raise the channel fader to a reasonable level
4) Raise the Group 1 fader - keeping an eye on your recorder so that you set a
reasonable level
5) Assuming you wish to hear this signal - raise the MONitor LEVEL for Channel 1,
making certain Control Room Assign is set to STEREO and the CR LEVEL control
and Stereo L-R Master Fader are both raised
TIP! You are now feeding the recorder via the GROUP OUTPUT.
6) Lower the Group 1 fader - signal disappears
7) Press DIRECT located near the bottom of the Channel 1 strip - signal reappears
TIP! You are now feeding the recorder via the DIRECT OUTPUT.