RL3 - Stereo Master Module
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RL3 - Stereo Master Module |
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RL3 contains two Stereo Returns, Matrix feeds from the stereo output, Aux Masters 9-12 and other functions. Stereo Returns - Each of the two Stereo Returns can be used as an expansion input from other consoles or as an input for Effects or other external sources. The Gain control has a +/-20dB range and is centre-indented at the unity gain position. The Return can be routed to Monitor A, Monitor B or Stereo and is mixed in with signals on that path; muting the signal fed to each path is done by lifting the relevant assignment switch. Stereo A can be used to link the stereo bus on two consoles. A PFL switch is provided. The Matrix - The RL3 module contains two additional sets of Matrix Sends which are derived from the Left and Right Stereo outputs. The source for the Matrix can be pre- or post- the corresponding Left or Right fader, using the PRE ST switch. Faders Isolate - disconnects the VCAs from the computer and connects them directly to the fader, allowing complete manual operation. To avoid accidental selection this is carried out by holding down the Faders Isolate switch until the READY LED illuminates, releasing the switch and holding it down again until the ON LED illuminates. Auxiliary Masters 9-12 - Rotary Master level controls are provided for Aux sends 9-12. The control has 10dB extra gain over the 0 (unity gain) position. Each Aux Master has a Talkback Enable switch which allows talkback to be routed to that Aux Bus from the talkback system on the RL4 module. Each Aux Master also has mute and AFL switches. Stereo Output - Individual Left and Right VCA faders are provided on the Stereo Mix output faders, situated in a separate output block. Gain may adjusted using the trimmers. The Left and Right paths have -6dBv insert points pre-fader. A stereo output mute switch is provided. SEL - The SEL switch allows the 3 automation modes (SAFE, UPDATE and OVERRIDE - see RNRL1) to be accessed, allowing the stereo faders to be placed under control of the Showtime™ automation system. Mono Wedge Source - A Mono Wedge speaker output is provided, with level controlled by a fader. This may be sourced pre or post the stereo bus or from the PFL system using the selector switches. Cue Control - The Showtime™ automation system allows up to 256 snapshots or 'scenes' to be created. The Scene Control section allows scenes to be loaded without having to reach for the computer. The stepper keys < and > allow the scene number to be selected; the Load Cue key loads all the scene data into the console. If, for example, the running order of the songs is changed mid-performance or there is an encore performance which is a repeat of an earlier song, the engineer can quickly step to relevant scene number. Group Set Up - This key activates set up mode for VCA and Mute Groups. In this mode the channel VCA status LEDs are used to indicate the Group settings. |
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A VCA group is created by first selecting one of the VCA Group Mute switches; the switch will then flash. To add a channel to the group, press the channel's SEL switch; if a channel is already included in that group it’s status LEDs will flash, to de-select, press the SEL switch. A maximum of 3 group masters may be assigned to any one input fader. Mute Groups are set up by pressing one of the Mute Group switches, which will cause it to flash. To add a channel to the group, press the channel's SEL switch; if a channel is already included in that group it’s status LEDs will flash, to de-select, press the SEL switch. Each channel can be assigned to any combination of Mute Group masters.
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