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Slate Control User Manual This guide contains information on the expanded functions of the SLATE CONTROL, diagrams of connections and basic functions, and some example setups.
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★ Mute Cue when Talkback is active ★ Pin Configurations, DB25 ★ Pin configurations continued, DB9 Tools ★ Most of the SLATE CONTROL features require no extra tools, however it is handy to have the following: ○ Multimeter ○ #2 Phillips driver ○...
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SLATE CONTROL FUNCTIONS CONTROL HEAD FUNCTIONS WITH EXAMPLE SETUP Internal Talkback mic with preamp adjustment, Selects the source for the CUE C/D and SLS external talkback mic selector, master talkback USB HUB Selects the source for the LOCAL HEADPHONES (Studio Loudspeakers) outputs and sets the level, REVERSE TALKBACK enable and level.
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CUE C/D This DB9 provides thorough access to the Talkback system, for various This DB25 connects the SLATE CONTROL to customizations to the user’s system. Use your speakers. Carries the selected source to this to create a remote producer talkback Pre-fader Control Room output for speaker pairs A B &...
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○ This DB9 contains the switching logic for the SOLO SYSTEM, described below. Connect pin 8 to pin 7 to engage the SOLO SYSTEM. ○ Pin configuration: Ground +15 volts +12 Volts VU Left Ground -15 volts Solo Logic - Solo Logic + VU Right Slate Control Expanded Functions Page 2...
Logic Ground Solo System ★ The SLATE CONTROL is designed to function not only as a stand-alone monitor controller, but also as the center-section of a modular console. To that end, it has been fitted with a SOLO SYSTEM that may be incorporated into said modular console, used in conjunction with your DAW, or used in any number of creative ways.
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★ These two layouts represent how a simple studio using only one 96-point TT patchbay can take advantage on the full power of the SLATE CONTROL! ★ Many other choices are, of course, equally valid. These are simply options to get you thinking...
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SLATE CONTROL CUE OUTPUTS DIGITAL ANALOG DAW OUTPUT 9-16 DAW OUTPUT 1-8 MIC PREAMP OUTPUT 1-16 COMP MIX 1 MIX 2 CUE A/B CUE C/D DECK DECK MIX 1 MIX 2 CUE A/B CUE C/D DIGITAL ANALOG SOLO AUTO T/B...
External 1 Left 4.2. External 1 Right 4.3. External 2 Left 4.4. External 2 Right 4.5. Solo System In L 4.6. Solo System In R 4.7. Auto Talkback Signal 1 4.8. Auto Talkback Signal 2 Slate Control Expanded Functions Page 5...
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1.8. Talkback Preamp Out 1.9. Logic Ground VU Aux 2.1. Ground 2.2. +15v 2.3. +12v 2.4. Left VU Driver 2.5. Ground 2.6. -15v 2.7. Solo Logic Ground 2.8. Solo Logic 2.9. Right VU Driver Slate Control Expanded Functions Page 6...
8331 Lookout Mountain Los Angeles, CA 90046 323-656-2050 Product Specifications: Trade Name: Slate Media Technology Model: Raven MTX mk2; Slate Control Description: 46” Touch Display Panel; Monitor Controller We hereby declare under our sole responsibility that the product herein identified, to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant requirements of the European Parliament, European Council, and meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. (Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes lecs exigences du Règlement sur le matérial brouilleur du Canada), EMC Directive...
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