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Solid State Logic SL 9000 J SERIES User Manual

Solid State Logic SL 9000 J SERIES
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SL 9000 INDEX
CONSOLE:
1 CONSOLE OVERVIEW
2 BASIC ROUTING & SIGNAL FLOW
3 INPUT/OUTPUT MODULE
4 SIGNAL PROCESSOR ROUTING
5 CONSOLE CENTRE SECTION
6 THE PATCH
COMPUTER:
1 INTRODUCTION
2 PROJECTS
3 MACHINE CONTROL
4 CUE AND TRACK LISTS
5 THE MIX SYSTEM
6 TOTAL RECALL
7 MACHINES MENU
8 MACROS
9 MISCELLANEOUS SETUP OPTIONS

Table of Contents

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Solid State Logic SL 9000 J SERIES Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeAnalog
ManufacturerSolid State Logic
Channels24, 32, 40
Faders100mm
EQ4-band
DynamicsCompressor
Master SectionIncludes monitoring
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise<0.1%
InputsMic/Line per channel
OutputsAux Outputs
Console TypeInline
DimensionsVaries

Summary

Console

Console Overview

Provides an overview of the SL 9000 J console, its features, and its lineage from previous SSL models.

Master Status Switching

Explains the RECORD, REPLAY, and MIX statuses and their effect on fader paths.

Metering

Details the standard VU metering or SSL's back lit LCD bargraphs and their calibration.

Input/Output Module

Describes the SL911 Input/Output module, its enhancements over the SL4000G, and its various sections.

Basic Routing and Signal Flow

The Six Key Points in the SL911J

Highlights the six key elements in the SL911J I/O module that define audio paths and connections.

The Channel Input

Details the channel input stage, including MIC, LINE, and SUBGROUP inputs, and related controls.

The Large Fader and Pan

Explains the Large Fader's link to automation and its associated pan control.

Record Status

Describes the signal path connections in RECORD status mode for basic track recording.

The SL911 Input/Output Module

Channel Input Section

Details the channel input stage, including MIC, LINE, and SUBGROUP inputs, and related controls.

Dynamics Section

Explains the compressor/limiter and expander/gate sections and their routing buttons.

Filters and Parametric Equaliser Section

Covers the four-band parametric EQ and High/Low pass filters and their routing options.

Auxiliary Sends

Describes the stereo and mono auxiliary sends, their controls, and the EFX reassign system.

The Console Centre Section

The SL 952/953J Master Facilities Module

Details the Master Facilities Module, housing master logic and monitoring controls.

Status Buttons

Explains the four desk status configurations and their effect on signal routing.

Control Room Monitoring System

Covers monitor selection, controls, and different monitoring modes like 2 CH, 4 CH, and MONO.

Main Outputs

Describes the console's main output controls, including the Master Fader and Offset control.

The Patch

The Patch

Explains the SL 9000 J Series patchbay, its rows, and the types of normalling used.

HALF-NORMALLED

Describes the function of the half-normalled connection in the patchbay.

FULLY NORMALLED

Explains the fully normalled wiring of the patchbay's top and bottom rows.

STEREO BUS OUTPUTS and INSERT RETURNS (N1-8 and P1-8)

Details the post main level control outputs and inserts for Stereo Subgroup busses.

Introduction

The J Series Computer

Introduces the J Series Computer, its automation system, and session management.

Data Storage

Explains how session data is stored in Project Files on the System Disk.

Basic Operational Techniques

Covers fundamental operational techniques for the J Series Computer.

Entering Names

Details how to enter names for Projects, Mixes, and Cues using the QWERTY pop-up.

Projects

The Default Project

Describes the standard Default Project and its initial setup information.

Creating a New Project

Guides on creating a new Project File, copying from the Default Project.

Copying Projects

Explains how to base a new project on a copy of an existing one.

Loading Project Data

Details how to load elements of a Project File from the Project Manager pop-up.

Machine Control

Machine Control

Provides an overview of the J Series machine control flexibility and setup.

Timecode and Sync Standards

Explains the relationship between system sync and tape machine timecodes.

Serial Machine Control Display

Details the Serial Machine Control display and its interface for controlling machines.

Getting a Machine On-Line

Guides on connecting and bringing a machine on-line using the system.

Cue and Track Lists

Cue Lists

Explains the creation and use of cue lists, forming part of the Events List.

Creating a Cue List

Provides steps to create a cue list using the MARK and NAME MARK buttons.

Editing Cue Information

Details how to renumber, rename, delete, and move cues in the Events List.

Track and Channel Lists

Describes the creation and storage of Track and Channel Lists on a per-project basis.

The Mix System

The Mix System

Introduces the SL 9000 J mix automation system and its features.

Transport Control

Explains methods to move the Desk and external machines to specific timecode points.

Timecode Locates

Details the five one-shot locate stores and how to set up relative locates.

Hardware Fader Groups

Explains how to assign large channel faders to Group Control faders.

Total Recall

Total Recall

Describes how Total Recall records and resets console control positions.

Saving Total Recall Setups

Explains how to save Total Recall setups on a per-project basis.

Recalling Setups

Details how to recall previously saved Total Recall setups.

The RECALL Menu

Provides options to speed up the reset process, including Autoscan.

The Machines Menu

The Machines Menu

Provides access to system facilities like Network, Serial, and PatchBay.

Network

Details the Network page for setting up control relationships between SSL devices.

Master/Slave Selections

Indicates device relationships (Master, Slave) affecting transport control.

Save and Revert

Explains how to save and restore current Network page parameters.

Macros

Macros

Introduces macros as user-programmable commands for automating tasks.

The Macro Setup Display

Guides on creating macros and determining user-definable button functions.

The Macro Function List

Lists functions that can be incorporated into macros with definitions.

Naming Macros

Explains how to name macros during creation via the QWERTY pop-up.

Miscellaneous Setup Options

Miscellaneous Setup Options

Covers setup options, tools, and diagnostics not previously described.

Serial Xfer

Details file transfer to/from the J Series Computer via terminal or printer.

Desk Setup Menu

Covers items like Fast Play Speed, DiskTrack Free, Timecode, and Channel Names.

Desk Config Menu

Contains console configuration and calibration facilities.

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