Store and Recall Up to 300 Scenes
A “scene” is a complete snapshot of all the console’s settings, and the
M7CL’s 301-scene scene memory lets you store up to 300 complete
scenes for instant recall whenever they’re needed. This makes it a
snap to reset the entire console for band changes or difference scenes
in a theatrical performance, for example. You could also store basic
setups for a number of different types of shows your system may be
required to handle, then recall and tweak the settings as required.
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Recall Focus and Recall Safe Functions
The M7CL takes scene functionality to a new level with recall
focus and recall safe functions: recall focus lets you specify the
parameters to be recalled with each scene, while recall safe works
from the other perspective, allowing you to specify parameters
that are not to be recalled with a scene. There are actually two
kinds of recall safe: global recall safe specifies parameters than
will not be changed when any scene is recalled, and scene-specific
safe parameters that will not be changed when a specified scene is
recalled. You could, for example, use global recall safe to prevent
any scene recall operation from changing a critical overall EQ
setting, or use safe parameter settings to prevent the vocal channel
fader setting from being changed by recall of a specific scene.
USB Memory for Convenient Data Management
and Portability
Standard USB memory sticks can be plugged into the M7CL USB port
for convenient storage and recall of a range of data: scenes, patches,
user libraries, channel names, preferences … essentially all system
data. In addition to providing a secure backup, this makes it easy to
transfer data between the console and the M7CL Editor application
running on your personal computer, or directly between M7CL
consoles. You can program the console’s settings using the M7CL
Editor on a computer in your hotel room or on the tour bus – wherever
you don’t have access to the console itself – and simply transfer those
settings from your USB memory to the console at the venue.
Unlimited Channel Linking
There will undoubtedly be times when you’ll want to link a pair of
faders to handle stereo signals, or perhaps even link more channels for
simultaneous operation. The M7CL lets you link as many channels
together as you like, and even deselect parameters that you don’t want
to be linked. You might want to link a number of channels together
but retain individual control over the channel EQ, for example. You
can quickly and easily create as many pairs or linked groups as you
application requires.
DCA Groups
While linked channel faders are directly adjusted via the channel
faders themselves, the levels of channels assigned to a DCA group are
controlled from one of the console’s DCA faders in the Centralogic™
control area. Any number of channel faders can be assigned to any of
the console’s 8 DCA faders. This is not only convenient for central
single-fader control of channel groups, but it also means you don’t
have to use any of the console’s bus resources for channel grouping.
Mute Groups
Mute grouping is another feature that can be great advantage in live-
sound applications. Any number of channels can be muted or un-
muted via assigned User Defined Keys (see below). Up to 8 mute
groups can be specified.
Channel Copy, Move and Clear
Features like these add significantly to the attraction of digital
technology for live sound. The Channel Copy function lets you copy
the parameters from any one channel to any number of other
channels, Channel Move swaps the parameters between two specified
channels, and Channel Clear clears all parameters of the specified
channels. All of these capabilities can dramatically streamline the
process of setting up the console or modifying the console settings.
Bus Setup
Each of the M7CL mix buses can be quickly assigned for mono or
stereo operation. You also have a choice of pre/post-attenuator or
pre/post-fader or variable send, and pre/post-pan settings for fixed
send. Pre-EQ send can be an advantage when using the mix buses to
feed an in-ear monitor system, for example.
Output Port Delay and Phase
Another feature that makes the M7CL a valuable asset for many live
sound systems is built-in output delay and phase adjustment facilities
on each output port. This lets you set up precise speaker distance
compensation without the need for bulky, expensive external
compensation equipment.
Bus Cascade Capability
The M7CL allows full bus cascading – including the CUE bus – for
easy system expansion using a second M7CL console or a wide range
of other console types.
User Defined Keys
As their name suggests, the 12 M7CL User Defined Keys can be user-
defined to perform a range of handy functions. You could assign one
for tap-tempo input of delay times, others to jump to specific display
screens, or to control specified mute groups as described above. An
innovative User Defined Key function is “Set by SEL”, with which the
channel [SEL] keys perform a range of alternate functions if pressed
while the assigned User Defined Key is held: reset the defaults for that
channel, turn phantom power on or off, set the channel fader to
nominal … and more. Although you can set them up as required, the
User Defined Keys have the following pre-assigned default functions:
keys 1 through 8 select the corresponding mix buses for the SENDS
ON FADER function, keys 9 and 10 are the mute masters for mute
groups 1 and 2, key 11 clears all cue settings, and key 12 is talkback.
Library
Name
Number
Total
Scene Memory
Preset 1 + User 300
301
Input EQ Library
Preset 40 + User 159
199
Output EQ Library
Preset 3 + User 196
199
Dynamics Library
Preset 40 + User 154
199
Effect Library
Preset 48 + User 151
199
GEQ Library
Preset 1 + User 198
199
Beyond Basic Operation … When You Need In-depth Control
Advanced Access Management
In many applications it is desirable to prevent unauthorized access to
the console, or restrict access to a limited set of functions. Limiting
access is a great way to prevent “accidents” during critical live
performances, for example, and can minimize the need for direct
supervision of inexperienced operators. Or you might have spent hours
with an analyzer setting up the EQ to precisely tune the system for the
room, and you probably won’t want those settings changed under any
circumstances. The M7CL’s access management features can be a
significant advantage for overall system administration.
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Password or USB Key Access
User access can be controlled either via passwords or USB
memory keys. The administrator can assign specific functions to
each unique password or key, so the user only has to log onto the
console with the assigned password on insert the USB key to
begin operation at the assigned level. USB memory keys can be
easily created either directly via the console or a computer
running the M7CL Editor applications software. USB memory
keys are particularly handy because they can also be used to store
the user’s scenes and other preferences.
Multiple Security Levels Make Operation Safe and Easy For Any Operator
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