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3 Hookup
3.1
Rear-Panel Connections
StudioLive™ 16.0.2 USB
Owner’s Manual
Talkback Mic Input and Trim. The StudioLive does not have an onboard talkback
mic; an external mic must be used. Phantom power is always enabled on this
microphone preamp, so you can use either a dynamic or a condenser microphone.
This is the trim control adjusts the gain of the Talkback input.
WARNING:
Phantom power is only required for condenser microphones and can
severely damage dynamic mics, especially ribbon mics. We recommend that you
consult the documentation that came with your microphone to confirm that it is safe to
use with phantom power before connecting a dynamic microphone to the Talkback
input.
Mono Output and Trim. This balanced XLR output carries a mono,
summed version of the stereo signal from the main bus. The knob
controls the maximum level of the Mono Output signal. The signal can
be attenuated to -80 dB and boosted up to +6 dB.
Main Output and Trim. The StudioLive features both
XLR and balanced, ¼-inch TRS main outputs. These
outputs are parallel both to each other and to the mono
output. The knob controls the maximum output level of
the XLR and TRS main outputs. The signal can be
attenuated to -40 dB and boosted up to 0 dB.
Power User Tip:
All main outputs (XLR Stereo, TRS Stereo,
and XLR Mono) of the StudioLive are active all the time.
Because of this, you can send your main mix to five speakers
at the same time. This can be especially useful when you
need to send a mix to another room or add another set of
speakers to accommodate a larger venue.
Monitor Output. These are the balanced ¼” TRS control-room outputs.
The level is controlled by the Monitor knob in the Monitor section on the
top panel.
MIDI I/O. MIDI stands for “Musical Instrument Digital Interface.” However,
MIDI has uses well beyond instruments and sequencing. The MIDI inputs
and outputs allow connection to, and communication with, external
MIDI equipment. One function of these ports is to serve as a standard
MIDI interface, useful for sequencing and myriad other applications. The
MIDI input can also be used to connect a MIDI footpedal to control
certain parameters on your StudioLive. More information about MIDI
Control Mode can be found in
Section 6.5
.
Power User Tip:
MIDI data represents performance information and is not
audio; however, it is frequently used to trigger or control an audio source,
such as a plug-in or synthesizer. When using MIDI, please ensure that your
MIDI data is correctly sent and received by the appropriate hardware or
software instruments. You may also need to route those devices’ audio
outputs to StudioLive input channels. Please consult the user’s manual of
your MIDI devices for help with MIDI setup and usage.
