Drawmer MC 3.1, Руководство пользователя

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MC3.1
- Monitor Controller
Both the volume knob and preset control circuit designs incorporate identical
parallelled custom quad potentiometers, for excellent channel matching and a
smooth feel, with a range from Off (-infinity) to +12dB of gain.
Because the circuitry is active it allows for the signal level to be increased, rather
than only attenuated, making subtle problems within the mix (such as noise at low
levels, or unwanted harmonics, for example) more obvious and easier to iron out,
especially during musical 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 (see the ‘Monitor Calibration’ section) - this
allows for accurate level control, as well as left/right balance throughout the knob’s
range. Note that the actual output levels, including the maximum output level and
the position of unity gain (0dB) around the knob, will alter depending on the
calibration of the monitors.
WARNING:
It is recommended that you turn the volume control down to a lower level before
turning the MC3.1 off - this is to ensure that a sudden volume increase when
turning on does not damage your speakers or your hearing
In addition, do not use excessive force at either end of the volume knob - it’s
size would mean that damaging the potentiometer is possible.
A POWER LED is located within this section and when lit indicates that the unit is
switched on. To turn the MC3.1 on see the mains input section .
HEADPHONES
The MC3.1 has two dedicated headphone outputs, via 1/4” TRS jacks located on
the front edge, each with individual source select and level control - Note that they
have their own level control and are not affected by the main monitor volume knob.
Headphone Source: The source of each of the heaphone inputs can be switched
between the Main Source and the Cue Source, allowing the engineer to listen to a
completely difference mix to the artist using the headphones, for example.
In addition, note that the headphones are not always affected by the switches in the
same way as the monitor outputs. The
Source Controls ( AUX, I/P1, I/P2, I/P3 and
DIGI. ) and Mix Check controls ( Phase Rev, Mono, Dim, Band Solo & Swap ) affect
the headphones in just the same way as the speakers, however, the Mute and L/R
Cut switches affect them differently (see below).
Warning:
It is advisable to unplug the headphones before switching the MC3.1 on or off.
It is also recommended that you turn the headphone level down before inserting
the jack, and turn it up to your desired listening level - these measures will not
only prevent your ears from being damaged but also the headphone’s drivers.
Also, note that these are high quality circuits and have been designed for
professional headphones, so care must be taken when using lower standard,
consumer quality headphones, such as earbuds or ipod phones etc, as damage
could occur.
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