Machines that accept Sony 9-pin serial track ready commands
can be controlled directly from the channel RECORD buttons
via the J Series Computer. The computer can also light the
RECORD button lamps to provide a direct tally from the
machine’s serial port. See the J Series Computer Operator’s
Manual for details of how to map channel record buttons to
the appropriate serial machine control port. Links in the
module need to be set to enable this option.
The RECORD button can also be used to ready tracks for
record on SSL’s DiskTrack hard disk multitrack recorder (if
fitted). See the J Series Computer Operator’s Manual for more
details.
Small Fader
The 65mm ‘Small Fader’ can be in either the Channel or the
Monitor path, depending on the master desk status. In either
case it can be automated if required, in which case audio is
switched to a VCA. It has its own automation Status (ST)
switch and LEDs.
The Small Fader can also be used to provide an automated pan
control between Large and Small Fader signal paths. This
mode is selected from the J Series Computer by selecting ‘4
Channel Pan’ in the Desk Setup menu. This allows any or all
channels to be switched to this mode. In 4-Channel Pan mode
the Large Fader controls the overall level of both signal paths
while the Small Fader controls their relative levels.
4-Channel Pan mode can be used:
1. To generate mono or stereo surround mixes by routing the
Small Fader to one of the Stereo Subgroup busses. The Small
Fader will then provide panning from front to surround
outputs while the Small Fader pan will pan across the stereo
surround outputs.
2. To give automated left/right panning across the main Mix bus. If both faders are
routed to the main stereo Mix bus and one is panned left and the other right, then the
Small Fader will pan from left to right.
Note that, in 4-Channel Pan mode, the Small Fader cut switch is inactive and the Large
Fader cut switch or a Large Fader solo will cut both faders.
The SL911 Input/Output Module
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