Metric Halo Mobile I/O - Manual (Page 146)

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– Parameter Pop-up control menu
Figure 11.8: Parameter Pop-up Menu
The Parameter pop-up control allows you to save, recall, and manage all of the parameters associated with
the head amp of a channel strip in one place. The control is documented in detail in the
Parameter Pop-up
Controls section of this chapter. All presets are automatically shared between all of the input channels.
– Phantom Power enable button
Figure 11.9: Phantom Power Button
The Phantom Power enable button allows you to control whether or not +48v phantom power is applied to
the input by the Mobile I/O. This button is only enabled if you have selected Mic or Mic/Pad as the input
level standard. If you are using one of the other level standards, Phantom Power is automatically disabled.
If you have enabled Phantom Power on this channel, the button will be illuminated bright red. In addition,
the Mobile I/O front panel will illuminate the “Phantom” indicator if any of the input channels have Phantom
Power enabled.
Phantom power is appropriate for use with condenser microphones or other devices that can (and must) be
powered by the preamp. Mobile I/O limits the amount of phantom power to 10mA per channel, preventing
device damage due to shorts. Some (rare) microphones may require more power than is provided by 10mA;
you will need an external power supply to power those mics.
– Level Standard pop-up menu
Figure 11.10: Level Standard Pop-up Menu
This control allows you to select the input level and impedance characteristics for the input channel. The
available choices are:
• Line +4 — This format supports input levels up to: