Lake LM Series User Manual (English)

Brand	Lake
Model	LM Series
Category	Computer Hardware
Language	English

Important Safety Instructions

1.1 Important Safety Instructions

Essential safety guidelines for operating the device safely.

1.4 WARNING

1.5 CAUTION

1.7 User Responsibility

1.7.1 Mains Connection Grounding

Specifies requirements for proper electrical grounding.

1.7.2 Maintenance

Details essential maintenance tasks for reliable operation.

3. Installation

3.2 Mounting

Guidelines for installing the device in a rack for proper airflow.

3.3 Cooling

Explains the cooling system and dust filter maintenance.

3.4 Operating Voltage

Information on power supply requirements and voltage compatibility.

3.5 Grounding

Details the Iso-Float ground isolation technology.

4. Product Overview

4.1 Front Panel Overview

Introduces the front panel layout and key controls.

7 Dynamic Function Buttons with LEDs (Left of LCD)

Dynamic Function Buttons with LEDs (Right of LCD)

Rotary Encoder

Module Input / Output Mute Buttons and LED Meters

4.2 Back Panel Overview

Provides a diagram and overview of back panel connections.

4 Primary Network Connector

Details the primary RJ45 etherCON connection for networking.

5 Secondary Connector

Explains the secondary network connection for daisy-chaining.

6 GPIO Connector

Describes the GPIO connector for external system integration.

7 Mains Power Connector

Details the IEC power connector and its specifications.

5. Signal Flow and Lake Processing

5.1 Signal Flow

Illustrates audio signal path in Contour and Mesa modes.

5.2 Level Adjustments & Mute Points

Details points for level adjustment and muting in the signal path.

5.3 Lake Processing and Control

Explains seamless integration with Lake Processing environment.

5.4 Modules and Frames

5.4.2 Super Modules

Describes Super Modules for controlling multiple modules simultaneously.

5.5 Loudspeaker Processor (Contour Mode) Overview

Details Contour Mode processing and crossover types.

5.6 System Equalizer (Mesa Mode) Overview

Explains Mesa Mode processing including EQ, HPF/LPF, and Limiters.

5.7 Switching between Contour and Mesa Mode

Instructions for switching between Contour and Mesa modes.

5.8 Files and Presets

6. Front Panel Interface

6.1 Overview

Introduces the front panel interface and its main controls.

6.1.1 Warning, Fault and Mute Indications

6.2 Front Panel Key Lock

6.7 Dynamic Buttons, Controls and LEDs

6.7.2 Faults and Warnings LED

6.7.3 Rotary Encoder

6.8 Module I/O Mute Buttons and LED Meters

6.8.1 Module Input and Output Mutes

6.8.2 Clip Indication

6.9.2 Home View (Mesa Mode)

6.9.3 I/O Status View

6.10.2.1 Mixer Gain

6.10.2.2 Gain

6.10.2.3 Delay

6.10.2.4 Phase (Polarity)

6.10.2.5 Limiters

6.10.3.1 Input Router

6.10.3.2 AES3 Input Termination

6.10.3.3 Iso-Float

6.10.3.4 Output Router

6.10.4.1 Frame Info

6.10.4.2 Frame Reset and Configuration

Instructions for resetting the frame to defaults or reconfiguring modes.

6.10.4.3 Latency Match

6.10.4.4 GPIO

GPI Configuration

GPO Configuration

6.10.6 Frame Preset Menu

7. Back Panel Interface

7.1 Analog Inputs and Outputs

7.1.1 Analog Output XLR Connections

7.1.2 Analog Input XLR Connections

7.1.5 Iso-Float Electronic Balancing

7.2 AES3 Digital I/O

7.2.1 AES3 DB25 Connector

7.3 RJ45 etherCON Network Connections

Describes the RJ45 etherCON network connectors.

7.3.1 Primary Network Connection

Details the primary Ethernet connection for networking.

7.3.2 Secondary Network Connection

7.4 GPIO Connection

7.5 Universal Power Supply Connection

7.5.1 IEC Power Connector

8. Appendix

8.1 Faults and Warnings Overview

Lists and explains faults and warnings indicated on the device.

8.2 Maintenance

8.3 Factory Default Settings

9. Application Guide

9.1 Gain Structure

Explains gain adjustments at various signal path points.

9.2 Gain / Level Optimization

Guidance on optimizing gain and level settings.

9.3 Digital Audio Connections

Benefits of using digital audio inputs over analog.

9.3.1 AES3 Digital Audio

Explains the AES3 digital audio interface standard.

9.3.2 System Latency and Delay Compensation

9.4 Digital Clock Configuration

Explains the configurable digital clocking system.

9.4.2 Clock Source Priorities

Outlines priorities for manual and automatic clock source selection.

9.4.3 Dante Clock Configuration

Details Dante clock synchronization and master selection.

9.5 Signal Processing Latency

Lists latency figures for various I/O configurations.

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