Getting Started - SPL Channel One Mk3 Manual

Channel One Mk3 – Manual

Getting started

Read the safety instructions starting on page 14.
Make sure that the mains voltage of the Channel One Mk3 corresponds to the voltage
of your region and that the fuse has the correct value for the selected voltage
(see specifications on page 12).
The power switch on the back of the Channel One Mk3 must be in the off position.
(Off = O / On = I).
Connect the supplied power cord to the power connector of the Channel One Mk3 and to a
power outlet.
If the supplied power cord does not match your mains socket outlet, please contact your dealer.
The devices that are to be connected to the Channel One Mk3 must be be switched off.
Connect your devices with appropriate audio cables (XLR) to the inputs and outputs of the
Channel One Mk 3.
Audio cables not included in the scope of delivery.
Power on
Switch on the power switch on the rear panel of the Channel One Mk3 (On = I).
The PWR LED and all activated switches light up.
Activating phantom power
Please always follow these instructions to active and deactivate phantom power – also
when changing microphones. The input stage of the Channel One Mk3 can be damaged if
you ignore these procedures.
1. Connect the microphone to the Channel One Mk 3.
2. Now activate phantom power to use the microphone.
3. When recording is completed, first thing is to deactivate the phantom power.
4. Wait at least one minute after deactivation of phantom power before disconnecting the
microphone! This ensures residual current will be discharged.
Power off
Switch off the power switch on the rear panel of the Channel One Mk 3 (Off = O).
The PWR LED and all activated switches no longer light up.
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