FORUM OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL 9601
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SLATE
The ability to talk to tape from the operating position of the
console. On the DCM it is possible to slate both the multi-track
group outputs and the stereo mix bus.
SIP
Solo in Place
SWEEP FREQUENCY
A control which selects a centre frequency to operate around. Most
often used with peaking equalisers but it can also be used to
determine the roll off point of shelving EQs as well.
VCA
Voltage Controlled Amplifier. An amplifier whose gain can be
controlled by a DC Voltage applied to its control port.
XLR
The XLR Pin fact a specific manufacturer's model reference) is an
industry standard connector of high quality and is normally used
for balanced signals, primarily microphones and balanced outputs.
The most common is a three pin version, although there are types
with more pins for ther purposes.