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Description of Controls

EQ IN Switch

This inserts the equalizer controls into the channel signal path. When down, the EQ is in the signal path. This switch has no effect on the HPF control (see above), or on the HI and LO EQ if the TO MON switch is down.

AUX 1–2, AUX 1–2 PAN

The AUX 1-2 knob controls how much signal will be sent to either AUX SEND 1 or AUX SEND 2, as set by the PAN knob directly below this knob. This is a pre-fader, pre-mute, post-EQ stereo send typically used for performer monitors and headphone feeds. By turning the PAN fully left, the signal is routed only to AUX 1. When turned fully right, the signal is routed only to Aux 2. Its input can be derived from either the Channel or Monitor, as determined by the AUX SOURCE switch (see below). Its unity gain position is approximately “2 o’clock.”

AUX 3/7 and AUX 4/8

These are both mono post-fader sends typically used for effect sends. The AUX 3/7 knob controls how much signal will be sent to either AUX SEND 3 or AUX SEND 7, as set by the 7/8 switch below it. The AUX 4/8 knob controls how much signal will be sent to either AUX SEND 4 or AUX SEND 8, as set by the 7/8 switch directly above it. Their input can be derived from either the Channel or Monitor, as determined by the AUX SOURCE switch (see below)

7/8 Switch (Aux 3/4)

The 7/8 switch, found between the 3/7 and 4/8 knob, is an auxiliary assignment switch. When up, the AUX 3/7 knob sends signal to Aux Send 3, and the 4/8 knob sends signal to Aux Send 4. When this switch is down, the AUX 3/7 knob sends signal to Aux Send 7, and the 4/8 knob sends signal to Aux Send 8. The reason for this switch is to allow you to use the Aux controls for different purposes on different channels (example: two different types of effects). Another reason is to allow the monitor and the channel to send signal to the same effect device simultaneously (when the AUX SOURCE switch and both 7/8 switches are down).

AUX SOURCE Switch

The AUX SOURCE switch selects the input for Aux Sends 1—4 above it. When up, they get signal from the Channel path. When down, they get signal from the Monitor path. If using the Aux Sends for a headphone mix and you are monitoring tape on the short faders, press the AUX SOURCE switch down to allow the performers to listen to what is already on tape.

AUX 5/7 and AUX 6/8

These are both mono post-fader sends. Their signals are derived from the Channel only (not the Monitor). The AUX 5/7 knob controls how much of the Channel’s signal will be sent to either AUX SEND 5 or AUX SEND 7, as set by the 7/8 switch below it. The AUX 6/8 knob controls how much of the Channel’s signal will be sent to either AUX SEND 6 or AUX SEND 8, as set by the 7/8 switch directly above it.

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Contents Alesis How To Use This Manual IntroductionConventions Description of Controls. a dictionary of each controlX2 Reference Manual Contents Applications Description of Controls Trouble-Shooting Midi Implementation Chart Page Introduction AboutBasic Principles of Mixing & Multitrack Recording Recording/TrackingMonitoring Mixdown Introduction X2 Reference Manual Guided Tour Recorder/Mix SystemsPage Aux Send/Return Systems Control Room Systems Muting AutomationMeter Bridge Page Page Power Power SupplyConnections Unpacking and InspectionTo connect the power supply to Avoiding Ground Loops To Eliminate HUM if the Above has FailedChannel Inputs and Outputs Balanced Mic InputsUnbalanced Line Inputs Page +4/-10 Switch Tape InputTape Send Direct Output InsertBalanced Tape I/O To connect an Elco cable toStereo Returns and Groups Group OutputsGroup Inserts Aux a & B ReturnsMaster Inputs and Outputs Master OutputsMaster Inserts Control Room OutputsPage Headphones Adat SyncTo synchronize the X2 to an Adat system Input Connector Type Examples of ConnectionsInterfacing to an Unbalanced -10 dBV Multitrack Recorder To interface with a typical unbalanced multitrack recorderInterfacing to a Professional +4 dBu Multitrack Recorder Interfacing to Adat Using Elco Connectors Interfacing to a Multitrack Recorder via a PatchbayInterfacing to the Mixdown Deck To connect the mixdown deck toInterfacing to the Control Room Interfacing to the StudioInterfacing to the Headphone Amp Interfacing Aux Sends and Returns to Outboard EffectsConnecting Simultaneously, if desired Interfacing the Inserts Interfacing with a Midi SequencerTo interface a Midi sequencer with Setting Levels ApplicationsRecording II. Maintain Proper Fader LevelsRecording a Single Source to One Track To record a single source to a single trackRecording Multiple Sources to One Track To record two or more sources to a single trackRecording Multiple Sources to Two Tracks Stereo To record multiple sources to two tracks stereoTo select the meter bridge mode Recording TipsAbout Metering Overdubbing To listen to tape tracks on the Monitor fadersTo listen to tape tracks on the Channel faders Applications Previous section X2 Reference Manual Getting the Mix to the Headphones Monitoring Midi Virtual TracksTo route the mix to a headphone amp Adding Effects Selecting an Aux SendTo set the level going to the effects device To hear effects in the monitors To hear effects in the headphone/cue mixTo record effects onto the multitrack Bouncing Tracks To record effects onto the mixdown deckTo bounce one or more tracks to another track mono To bounce multiple tracks to two tracks stereoPlayback/Mix-Down Mixdown BasicsGetting the Mix to the Tape Deck Here is a simplified step-by-step way to establish a mixCreating a Dependable Mix To create a dependable mixMute Automation Page Using Group Faders as Subgroups To configure the X2 mixer in order to achieve a mono mixLive Performance Creating a Monitor MixVideo Post-Production Stage Monitor MixTo create two different stage monitor mixes Applications X2 Reference Manual Mute Automation OverviewTo enable destructive solo mode Destructive SoloMute Groups Page Defining Mute Groups To define Mute GroupsRecalling Mute Groups Overlay ButtonTo recall a Mute Group To return the console to its previous mute statusDisplay Mode SynchronizationSelecting a Sync Source Getting On-line/LockingMute Events Recording and Playing Back Mute EventsUndoing Mute Events OverdubbingPage Editing Songs ErasingErase All Memory To erase all events on one or more channelsTo erase all events on all channels To erase a Song including its mute events and 4 Mute GroupsCopying Copy Mute EventsCopy Song To copy mute events from one channel to anotherMidi Channel Selecting Songs via MidiTo set the Midi channel Midi Map Memory Backup Transmitting System ExclusiveReceiving System Exclusive Remaining MemoryDescription of Controls Input Channel ControlsHPF Switch To MON SwitchHi and Lo EQ Hi Mid and Lo Mid EQEQ in Switch Switch Aux 3/4AUX Source Switch AUX 1-2, AUX 1-2 PANSwitch Aux 5/6 Monitor PANMonitor Peak LED Monitor Solo ButtonDIR Switch Group Assign Switches 1-2, 3-4, 5-6Channel PAN Channel Peak LEDAux Master Controls Stereo Aux Return ControlsAUX a Assign Switches Aux a Only Group Masters Switch Aux B OnlyStereo Separation BalanceGroup Master Controls ButtonSolo Button Mute ButtonGroup 1-8 Master Faders Master Controls Oscillator Frequency and LevelSolo LED and Level Studio Level and AssignmentPhones Control Room Level and SourceMaster Faders Meter BridgePage Mute Automation Controls DisplayMute Groups Online Erase FWD and Erase BWD Buttons Memory RemainingErasing Memory Mute SoloDescription of Controls X2 Reference Manual TROUBLE-SHOOTING Trouble-Shooting IndexChecking the Software Version Re-initializingMaintenance/Service Cleaning and MaintenanceWarranty Information Obtaining Repair ServiceCustomers outside the USA Trouble-Shooting X2 Reference Manual Midi Maps Index MapsMute Midi Note Number Map Mute Midi Controller NumberMap Number Interval Midi Implementation Chart Specifications Power Supply Maximum GainInput Module Group ModuleDimensions WeightTotal Shipping Weight Dimensional DrawingsInternal Connector Pinouts Block Diagram Index SoloSong LED 102
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