TL Audio M1 User Manual

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CONTENTS
CONGRATULATIONS!
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Phase Reverse 14
High Pass Filter 14
30dB Pad 14
Equalisation 14
Insertion Points 15
Aux Sends 15
Direct Output 15
Track Level Control 15
Pan Control 15
Mute Switch 16
PFL Switch 16
Channel Fader 16
Drive and Peak LEDs 16
Stereo Mix 16
Aux Masters 16
Effects Return 17
Monitor and 'phones Level 17
PFL Balance Level 17
2-Track Returns 17
Loudspeaker Mute 18
Metering 18
Digital Output Option 18
Wordclock Input 18
A Final Word! 19
INTRODUCTION 3
Block Diagram 5
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PRECAUTIONS
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INSTALLATION 7
AC Mains Supply 7
Audio Connections 8
Mic Inputs 8
Line Inputs 9
Insertion Points 9
Direct Output 10
Main Stereo Output 10
Monitor Outputs 10
Aux Outputs 11
Stereo 2T Returns 11
Effects Return 11
Headphone Outputs 12
Meter Calibration 12
Digital Modules 12
OPERATION 13
Input Selection 13
Input Gain Control 13
Line Input 13
Microphone Input 13
SERVICE 20
SPECIFICATIONS 21
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TL Audio M1 Specifications

Outputs

maximum level	+26 dBu
noise level	-76 dBu

Aux Sends

aux 1 switchable	Pre fader
aux 2	Post fader
channel send level controls	With PFL switch

Power Supply

power supply voltage	110-220V 60Hz / 220-240V 50Hz
typical power consumption	100/140V A (8/12 channels)
cable length	2 metre

Dimensions

depth	675 mm
height	190 mm
length of 8 channel console	475 mm

Summary

CONGRATULATIONS!

INTRODUCTION

Block Diagram

A visual representation of the mixer's internal signal flow and components.

PRECAUTIONS

General Safety Warnings

Important safety points for operating electrical equipment reliably and safely.

INSTALLATION

AC Mains Supply

Details on connecting the mixer to the mains power supply, including voltage settings and wiring.

Input Connections

Information on connecting microphones and line-level sources using XLR and jack sockets.

Insertion Points

Details on using the balanced send and return jacks for external processing equipment.

Output Connections

Wiring specifications for various balanced outputs including stereo, monitor, aux, and direct.

Stereo Returns and Effects

Wiring details for stereo 2-track returns and stereo effects return inputs.

Headphone Output and Metering

Information on headphone outputs, meter calibration, and optional digital modules.

OPERATION

Input Handling and Gain

Covers input selection, gain control for mic and line, and phantom power.

Signal Processing Features

Explains Phase Reverse, High Pass Filter, 30dB Pad, and the 3-band Equaliser.

Channel Controls and Routing

Details Insertion Points, Aux Sends, Direct Output, and Pan Control for routing signals.

Channel Status and Level Control

Covers Mute, PFL, Channel Fader, Drive/Peak LEDs, and Stereo Mix fader.

Master Section and Monitoring

Explains Aux Masters, Effects Return, Monitor/Headphone levels, PFL Balance, and 2-Track Returns.

Output Monitoring and Digital Options

Details Loudspeaker Mute, Metering, Digital Output Options, and Wordclock Input.

SERVICE

Service Information

Procedures for sending the mixer for authorized service and warranty details.

M1 Mixer Technical Specification

Input Specifications

Detailed specs for Mic and Line inputs, including impedance, gain, and noise.

Signal Processing Specifications

Technical details for Phase Reverse, High Pass Filter, EQ, Distortion, and Noise.

Output and Routing Specifications

Specs for Insert Points, Direct Output, and Fader functionality.

Master and Auxiliary Specifications

Details on L+R Outputs, Aux Sends, Stereo Returns, and Monitoring features.

Ancillary and Physical Specifications

Information on Power Supply, Digital I/O, and physical dimensions of the console.