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Summary of Contents for MARK1 MINI SSL
- Page 1 MINI SSL USER MANUAL REV APRIL 2024 WRITTEN BY: JOPPE VAN CUTSEM...
- Page 2 © MARK1 pro audio MARK1 pro audio is a company specialized in repairing, revising, modifying and innovating iconic audio equipment used for professional music/recording studio’s throughout the world. MARK1 pro audio Geldropseweg 114 5591ED, Heeze Mail-adres: sales@mark1.nl Telephone: +31 6 52432405 www.mark1.nl...
- Page 3 INTRODUCTION The mini SSL is a compact version of the iconic SSL 4000 mixing desks, with the purpose to gain the classic sound of the SSL mixing desks without the need of a full SSL 4000. It is a plug & play modular bucket, handy for any situation in every location, for a starters or professionals private studio or an extension in a professional studio environment.
- Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS PRODUCT OVERVIEW INSTALLATION GUIDE I/O STRUCTURE DSUB REFERENCE OPERATION MIX MODE MIX MODE (8/16 DAW CHANNELS) MIX-OVERDUB MODE (24 DAW CHANNELS) RECORD MODE RECORD MODE - READY GROUP RECORD MODE - READY TAPE TROUBLESHOOTING APPENDIX A. FEATURE SPECIFICATIONS B.
- Page 5 Monitor Controller you will get the full SSL experience on a compact scale. Inside the mini SSL, the triple status option is enabled by default (RECORD + MIX + VCAs to monitor). This status provides versatile options within the Mini SSL without the need for the center section.
- Page 6 Remember to power off amplifiers/speakers to prevent any sudden pops on your speakers! The first step to perform is to connect the mini SSL to mains and verify if the voltages are present by monitoring the LEDs on the back of the Mini SSL. To verify, follow the start-up procedure: Toggle the ‘power’...
- Page 7 I/O STRUCTURE Vital information for operating the Mini SSL involves understanding the configuration of the product's inputs and outputs. Located at the rear view of the device is the connection panel, where you'll find the Dsub connectors for connecting to the external environment of your studio.
- Page 8 I/O STRUCTURE The Dsub25 inputs and outputs work as follow: Mic Input: Channel MIC Input for the I/O modules. Line Input: Channel LINE Input for the I/O modules. Tape Mon Input: Input to the Tape Monitor path, meant for the Tape/DAW return.
- Page 9 DSUB REFERENCE The sum output of the channels can be connected through the Dsub25 connector on the rear view of the mini SSL. The image below resembles the Tascam Standard construction of the Dsub25 connector. Keep this image in mind when connecting or producing cabling for this product.
- Page 10 The Mini SSL functions similarly to a SSL 4000 console with additional MARK1 exclusive features. To clarify its operation, this chapter focuses on the workflow and the various ways the Mini SSL can operate in. Each mode includes two diagrams, one connections diagram and one signal flow diagram.
- Page 11 TAPE MONITOR and channels 9-16 to the channel path via LINE INPUT. The two following pictures shows the way of connecting the Mini SSL in both ways of operating the Mini SSL in Mix mode: Mix mode with link established: 8 channel mixing.
- Page 12 Connecting diagram - Mix Mode with link Connecting diagram - Mix Mode without link...
- Page 13 Giving you the opportunity to route a total of 24 channels to the mini SSL. To use the mini SSL in this mode, you are required to disconnect all links! Signal flow diagram - Mix-overdub Mode In this mode you are capable to use single channels to record via MIC.
- Page 14 Sending your MIC/LINE input via the Small Fader to the routing bus and your Group Monitor/Tape Monitor via the Large Fader to the main output. 2.1 REC MODE - READY GROUP (MONITOR MINI SSL OUTPUT) With READY GROUP you need to connect the Group Out Par link. This link is necessary to monitor the group out.
- Page 15 Signal flow diagram - Record Mode Ready Group Connecting diagram - Record Mode Ready Group...
- Page 16 2.2 REC MODE - READY TAPE (MONITOR DAW OUTPUT) When READY TAPE is activated you monitor the output of your DAW going into the Mini SSL whilst recording via MIC or LINE. Signal flow diagram - Record Mode Ready Tape...
- Page 17 This chapter outlines several key points to aid in isolating setbacks while using the mini SSL. It is important to note that this chapter does not teach you how to identify every type of error within the Mini SSL or how to resolve them.
- Page 18 APPENDIX In the following appendixes you’ll find the general specifications of the Mini SSL, including technical specifications and dimensions. Be aware: these specifications are applicable for one 8 channels Mini SSL! A - FEATURE SPECIFICATIONS Channel count: 8 Channel type: Original SSL611E/G...
- Page 19 C - DIMENSIONS Width: 37 cm Height Mini SSL: 60 cm Height wheeled frame: 44 cm Depth: 115 cm Weight Mini SSL: 60 kg Weight wheeled frame: 10 kg...
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