3 – Connections : Analog connections

Analog connections

Mic/line connections

All these connections (microphone and line) are bal- anced. The XLR connections follow the standard of pin 1 ground, pin 2 hot and pin 3 cold. The TSR 1/4" jacks are tip hot, sleeve ground, ring cold (this applies to all balanced 1/4" jacks on the DM-3200).

Both the XLR mic connection and the 1/4" jack con- nection can be made at one time, but it is only possi- ble to accept input signals from one source at a time.

The choice between the mic and line inputs is made with the MIC/LINE selector switches for each input channel

Figure 3.2: Analog channel inputs and controls

Note that the switch also has a –20position, provid- ing a 20dB pad for high-output microphones.

The analog input signal level can be adjusted using the analog TRIM controls (there is also an internal software digital trim control for each input channel, independent of these analog controls).

A +48V phantom power supply is provided for bal- anced condenser microphones. This is switchable in groups of 4 (inputs 1–4, 5–8, 9–12 and 13–16).

WARNING

To avoid damage to the microphones and/or the DM- 3200, do not connect or disconnect condenser micro- phones to and from the DM-3200 with the phantom power to that input switched on. Always switch the phantom power off before connecting or disconnecting condenser microphones.

Do not use unbalanced dynamic microphones con- nected to the XLR connectors with the phantom power turned on. This may cause damage to the microphones and/or the DM-3200.

The 1/4" balanced input jacks accept +4dBu connec- tions, but you can use the TRIM controls to allow them to accept –10dBV connections (from synthesiz- ers, etc.).

Note that if additional analog inputs are required, the optional IF-AN/DM slot card can be used to provide such inputs.

TIP

Signal/overload indicators for the input channels are selectable in the preferences screen. See “OL/STATUS LED TYPE” on page 33 for full details.

Channel inserts The analog inserts for each ana- log input channel allow you to use your favorite ana- log compressors/gates, etc. before the sound gets converted to the digital domain.

NOTE

These are not the same as the “soft” (assignable) insert loops which are described in “Insert patching” on page 50.

These 1/4” jacks are wired: tip send, ring return, sleeve common ground. The nominal send and return levels of these inserts is –2dBu which allows them to be used with a wide range of studio equipment.

2TR IN This pair of unbalanced RCA jacks pro- vides a –10dBV return for the analog outputs of a 2- track recorder connected to the DM-3200.

ASSIGNABLE RETURNS These are balanced 1/4" TRS jacks at +4 dBu (wired as described above). As the name suggests, they provide analog return inputs which can be assigned to a variety of sources (see “Routing” on page 47).

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DM-3200 specifications

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The DM-3200 features an 8-bus architecture, which enables users to create complex mixes with ease. Each channel is equipped with a 4-band parametric EQ, offering precise control over the tonal balance of each audio source. The onboard effects processing includes virtual effects such as reverb, delay, and modulation, which enhances the overall sound quality and provides creative options for mixing and mastering.

Another notable aspect of the DM-3200 is its intuitive user interface. The console features an LCD display alongside faders, knobs, and buttons designed for quick and efficient operation. The layout facilitates smooth navigation through menus, making it user-friendly for both novice and experienced engineers.

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