Connecting Inputs And Outputs; Connecting To The Channel Inserts Of A Mixing Console - Alesis CLX440 Reference Manual

connections • chapter 2

Connecting inputs and outputs

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When connecting audio cables and/or turning power on and
off, make sure that all devices in your system are turned off
and the volume controls are turned down.
Connecting to the Channel Inserts of a mixing
console:
Unbalanced I/O
Most recording consoles have a jack near the mic and line inputs
labeled "Insert". This is typically a TRS jack with the send and
return on the same jack. To use the CLX-440 as a channel insert,
you will need an insert cable (not included).
Tip:
Insert Send
This cable splits the TRS insert jack into two unbalanced mono
connectors. Usually, the tip is connected to the
compressor and the ring is connected to the
compressor. However, this may be reversed on some recording
consoles. Check your mixer's Reference Manual to be sure or just
try it both ways – this won't damage the CLX-400.
Compressor Out
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Ring:
Insert Return
Sleeve:
Insert Ground
Compressor In
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Insert Send:
To Compressor
Input
Insert Return:
From
Compressor
Output
of the
INPUT
of the
OUTPUT
Channel Insert