SPL Channel One Channel Strip - Manual (Page 18)

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Operation
Output
Output
The outgoing signal can either be dampened to –20 dB or further amplified
by +6 dB with the Output control to provide optimal drive to the subse-
quent units or the optional AD/DA converter. The individually selected
output level is shown on the PPM-Output display in the display field. Before
a recording commences the Output control should be set to 0: The uninflu-
enced values from the Output control are then legible and available for
adjustment of the pre-amplifiers levels.
Mute
The Mute switch mutes the output signal; when activated the PPM-Output
display does not show any values. An instance of a sensible application
could possibly be when the output signal of the Channel One, together with
the playback signal, are reproduced via the studio monitors during a recor-
ding session. When subsequently the recorded take is monitored it becomes
possible to hear extraneous singing or comments arising from the singer. It
is therefore advised to press the Mute switch to permit listening to a clean
recording. Do not forget to deactivate the Mute switch before continuing
recording.
Another instance could be allowing the musician to practice for a while
and then, when ready, freeing the signal path and commencing recording by
deactivating the Mute switch.