Solid State Logic 82BXEM01A manual Inputs Channel Input CH IP, Alternate Input ALT

The X-Panda Mono Channel Strip

Inputs – Channel Input (CH IP), Alternate Input (ALT)

Each one of the 8 mono channel inputs (CH IP) on the X- Panda has a choice of two Line Inputs. The first input is traditionally sourced from the Output of a microphone pre amplifier, D.I box or perhaps even a line level instrument. These connections are labelled “LINE IN 9-16(1-8)”on the rear of the desk. They are so labelled due to the fact that you may be using X-Panda stand alone or in conjunction with an X- Desk or indeed additional audio equipment.

The second Line input is selected via the switch labelled “ALT” and is most commonly used for Monitor return playback signals, perhaps from a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW). These connections are labelled “ALT IN 9-16(1-8)”on the rear of the desk.

Once you have selected your Input, it then has a +/- 20 dB gain Level Trim, indented in the centre at Unity Gain and a Phase Reverse “Ø” button.

The Post gain signal can also then be affected by Insert processing (perhaps an EQ or Dynamics processor.) by pressing the “INS” switch. It is worth noting that in SSL tradition the Insert Send is always active, which can be creatively utilised if you so wish. Engaging the “INS” switch will activate the Insert return. (All Mono Channel Inserts are connected via the “INSERT SEND/RETURN 9-16(1-8)”connections on the rear of the desk)

The Tri-colour Led under the level control is a 3 colour indictor of signal presence and level. By default the following audio levels are indicted by the following LED states:

Green	=	-24 dBu
Yellow =		+4 dBu
Red	=	+21 dBu

Remember it is possible to rescale the X-Panda’s metering to a +18dBu (as opposed to the standard +24 dBu) scale via the rear panel DIP switch. This would then provide the following channel meter scale.

Green	=	-24 dBu
Yellow =		0 dBu
Red	=	+16 dBu

Note: The Red LED will light before actual audio clipping, which can serve as a useful warning when recording.

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