SoundCraft Spirit Monitor manual

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The Block Diagram is a representative sketch of all the com- ponents of the console, showing how they connect together and how the signal flows through the system. Once you have become familiar with the various component blocks you will find the Block Diagram quite easy to follow and you will have gained a valuable understanding of the internal structure of the console.

Each Component has a specific function and only by getting to know what each part is supposed to do will you be able to tell if there is a genuine fault! Many ‘faults’ are the result of incorrect connection or control settings which may have been overlooked.

Basic Troubleshooting is a process of applying logical thought to the signal path through the console and tracking down the problem by elimination.

Swap input connections to check that the source is really present. Check both Mic and Line inputs.

Eliminate sections of the channel by using the insert point to re-route the signal to other inputs that are known to be working.

Route channels to other outputs to identify problems on particular outputs or the Master section.

Compare a suspect channel with an adjacent channel which has been set up identically. Use PFL to monitor the signal in each section.

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Contents Page WD6 5PZ User Guide Introduction Mixer Basic Principles of Monitor MixingPage Clipped Signal Noise Getting Started Connections and ConnectorsBalanced and Unbalanced Ground Compensated to Balanced Page Insert Getting to Know Your ConsoleInput Channel Microphone InputGain Control Phase ReverseøLine Input Line SelectEqualiser PFL/PEAK LED Monitor SendsMonitor Inserts Output SectionsChannel Fader Monitor OutputsBargraph Meter TalkbackDIM PFLMaster Section PFL Active LED Talkback GainALL Talkback ALL DIMWedge Fader Headphone VolumePage Applications Glossary Care of Your MixerSub group Selectable Options Specifications Metering Input & Output LevelsDiagram