Sony HVR-M35U Operating Instructions Manual page 22

Location and Function of Parts
2 Audio signal input/output section
1 INPUT LEVEL switch
2 AUDIO IN jacks
a INPUT LEVEL (–10/–2/+4) switch
Select one from –10 dB, –2 dB, or +4 dB, according to
the audio level of the signal input via the AUDIO IN
jacks.
Note
If this switch setting is not appropriate, clipping
distortion or noise may occur.
For more information on the setting of this switch, see "When
you set the INPUT LEVEL switch:" on page 92.
b AUDIO IN CH-1 to CH-4 jacks
Used to input analog audio signals (CH-1 to CH-4).
During audio dubbing, sounds are dubbed onto channels
3 and 4.
Note
During audio dubbing, use the AUDIO IN CH-3 and
CH-4 jacks.
The AUDIO IN CH-1 and CH-2 jacks cannot be used
for audio dubbing.
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c AUDIO OUT CH-1 to CH-4 jacks
Used to output audio signals (CH-1 to CH-4).
Note
To input balanced audio signals via the AUDIO IN
jacks, use a conversion cable as shown below. (The
COLD side is open.)
For details on conversion cables, refer to the instruction
manual of the devices you use.
GND
HOT
COLD
3 AUDIO OUT
jacks