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2. Mono Input Channel
1.MIC Input
The MIC input accepts XLR-type connectors and is designed to suit a wide
range of balanced or unbalanced signals. Professional dynamics,
condenser or ribbon mics are best, because these will be low impedance.
You can use low cost high-impedance mics, but level of background noise
will be higher. If you turn the Phantom power on (top right hand side of the
mixer) the socket provides a suitable powering voltage for professional
condenser mics.
2.LINE-Input
Accepts 3-pole TRS jacks. Use this input for sources other than mics, such
as keyboards, guitars or decks. The input is a balanced one. Unplug
anything in the MIC input if you want to use this socket.
3.Insert
The unbalanced, pre-EQ insert point is a break in the signal path, allowing
limiters, compressors, special EQ or other signal processing units to be
added in the signal path. The socket is bypassed. When a jack is inserted,
the signal path is broken, just before the EQ section.
4.GAIN
This control sets how much of the source signal is sent to the rest of the
mixer. Too high, and the signal will distort as it overloads the channel. Too
low, and the levels of any background hiss will be more noticeable and you
may not be able to get enough signal level to the output of the mixer.
Note: Equipment for domestic use, operates at a lower level (-10dBV) and
will therefore need a higher gain setting to give the same output level.
