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CMC3

 - Monitor Controller

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Multiple Connections

The CMC3 is very well connected with 4 stereo inputs in total: 1x SPDIF digital input
(24 bit/192kHz), using the same DAC chipset as our established MC3.1 monitor
controller, 2 stereo balanced jack inputs, plus a 3.5mm jack with variable level
control for your Smartphone/MP3 Player.

In addition, it has a 2 professional quality headphone outputs with a separate
amplifier and level control, that provide the same audio quality and mix checking as
the CMC3 does through the speakers. Talkback is also included with internal or
external microphone, level control and audio routing to a dedicated mono output
jack & headphones.

Advanced Mix Checking

The comprehensive mix checking facilities of the CMC3 include dim, mono, phase
reverse, left and right cut as well as an easy access mute switch, allowing you to
check the quality of your recordings: tune into your mix to hear any unwanted artefacts,
test the effectiveness of the stereo mix, check for phase cancellation, listen to the
stereo difference. Features that many monitor controllers lack.

Main Features:

Ultra low noise and transparent circuit design.

Source switches can be active in any combination. 4 Inputs in Total - 1x
Digital SPDIF (192 kHz / 24 Bit) & 2 on balanced analogue 1/4" jacks & 1
3.5mm Front Panel Aux jack for your Smartphone/MP3.

3x Speakers Plus a Mono Sub can be switched individually & simultaneously
or give A/B comparisons.

Timed relay protection on all speaker outputs to prevent power up/down
bangs.

Volume can be set via the Variable Front Panel Knob or a Preset Control.
Each has parallelled custom quad pots for excellent channel matching and
smooth feel.

2x Headphone Amplifiers with Individual Level Controls with easy access to
the jacks on the front.

Front Panel 3.5mm AUX Input & Level Control for connecting MP3 player,
smartphone or tablet etc.

Built In Talkback with Level Control, Internal or External Microphone, and
Internal Routing to a Mono Output Jack & Headphones.

Comprehensive Mix Checking facilities Include Dim, Phase Reverse and
Mono, Left and Right Cut as well as an easy access Mute switch.

Kensington security slot (also called a K-Slot or Kensington lock).

Very low profile desktop enclosure with a footprint of just 18x16cm.

Stylish and Rugged Enclosure will withstand the knocks of the studio.

Designed and manufactured by Drawmer in the UK.







Содержание CMC3

Страница 1: ...on Installation Power Connection Security Audio Connection Typical Connection Guide Chapter 2 Control Description Control Description Mix Checking Tips Chapter 3 General Information If a fault develop...

Страница 2: ...ts reserved Under copyright laws no part of this publication may be reproduced transmitted stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form by any means mechanical optical elec...

Страница 3: ...ditionalrightsthatvaryfrom statetostate andcountrytocountry For the USA FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with...

Страница 4: ...e the volume for quiet passages and improved mix checking without adding the artifacts that lesser quality active circuits introduce You hear exactly what you ve recorded Precision The CMC3 supports 3...

Страница 5: ...k Main Features Ultra low noise and transparent circuit design Source switches can be active in any combination 4 Inputs in Total 1x Digital SPDIF 192 kHz 24 Bit 2 on balanced analogue 1 4 jacks 1 3 5...

Страница 6: ...oured to make the CMC3 as small as possible without compromising on controls connections and above all sound quality The unit has a footprint of just 27cm x 16cm with controls on the top headphone and...

Страница 7: ...alidate the warranty The power supply will be supplied with 4 interchangeable AC pins for the UK European USA and Australian socket types For your own safety it is important that you use the correct a...

Страница 8: ...balanced operation is recommended 8 Interference If the unit is to be used where it maybe exposed to high levels of disturbance such as found close to a TV or radio transmitter we advise that the uni...

Страница 9: ...CMC3 Monitor Controller TYPICAL CONNECTION GUIDE 9...

Страница 10: ...erated simultaneously the individual signals are summed into a single stereo signal Note that the CMC3 does not provide individual level trims for the I P1 I P2 and DIGI inputs and so any level matchi...

Страница 11: ...al passages that would normally be quiet Before you can make full effective use of the Volume control it is necessary to calibrate the entire monitoring system this allows for accurate level control a...

Страница 12: ...specially useful when used in conjunction with each other Phase Reverse Inverts the polarity of the signal on the Left Channel and is used primarily to outline any phase problems that may be occurring...

Страница 13: ...n when using lower standard consumer quality headphones as damage could occur TALKBACK The MC3 1 has a dedicated talkback function including inbuilt microphone external microphone port and gain level...

Страница 14: ...Connections Activate the inputs via the input source section 1a SPEAKER OUTPUTS Three stereo balanced speaker outputs A B and C plus a dedicated mono speaker sub woofer output SUB MONO are found on t...

Страница 15: ...ng into a separate channel of a DAW or other recording facility to allow for information overdubs to be added to a recording To connect the mono talkback to a Dual Mono jack use the following cable wi...

Страница 16: ...DIM switch and then turn the volume up rather than only turning the volume down as you maintain greater control over the volume as well as better left right channel matching Increase the Volume of Qui...

Страница 17: ...ppear completely This could be because left and right outputs are wired out of phase but its more likely to be due to phase cancellation What causes phase cancellation Many stereo widening effects and...

Страница 18: ...e noise and distortion that they can bring however they have severe disadvantages over active circuits The most significant is that the output impedance of the connected source equipment and the input...

Страница 19: ...escription of the problem Authorised returns should be prepaid and must be insured All Drawmer products are packaged in specially designed containers for protection If the unit is to be returned the o...

Страница 20: ...DRAWMER Ref 1v0A 28 06 18 BLOCK DIAGRAM 20...

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