21. BAL
The function of the BAL control of the stereo channels is equivalent to the PAN control’s function
of the monaural channels. If you turn the rotary control all the way to the right, the right signal is
outputted to the right output while the signal of the left channel is muted. When the control is set
to its center position, the L/R signals are present with their equal intensity on the corresponding
outputs. Whenever stereo sound sources are connected to a stereo channel, you should leave
the BAL control at the center position or make only minor adjustments in either direction. In case
a microphone or another monaural sound source is connected, the BAL controls function absolutely
identical to the PAN controls of the monaural input section.
22. PFL
Engaging the PFL button routes the stereophonic audio signal of the corresponding input channel
to the headphone bus. The stereo signal is outputted via the headphone output. You can route as
many channels as you want to the bus at the same time. The volume levels of the individual signals
are not affected by the setting of the corresponding channel faders – PRE FADER LISTENING.
This gives you the opportunity to set the level and the EQ of a channel without the need to include
it in the main mix.
23. SIGNAL/PEAK
For the stereo SIGNAL/PEAK indicator function, the left and the right channels are monitored
separately. The respective highest level reading is indicated, assuring that neither one is already
driven into clipping. For further descriptions on how to use this indicator most efficiently, please
refer to paragraph 12 of the previous chapter.
24. VOLUME
The channel fader is used to simultaneously adjust both levels (volumes) of the stereo signal.
Functioning and specifications are totally similar to the monaural channel fader, as previously
described.
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