Matrix Section - SoundCraft CPS800 User Manual

Matrix Section

Each 2-wy Aux-only Output module contains two of the eight Matrix
Output sections, together with sends from each of the two Aux outputs on
the module, into the 8 matrix outputs. The 8 Group/Aux output sections
also have sends into the 8 matrix outputs. Together with an external input
to each matrix, (shared with the Aux bus input) and the matrix sends on
the master module from Mix and C, this gives a matrix configuration of
20x8.
The feed from each Grp/Aux or Aux section to the matrix send section can
be sourced pre or post the Grp/Aux fader, using the PRE switch (The
pre-fade feed is post-insert).
Sends
The 8 Matrix Send pots feed the pre-or post fade Aux Output to the 8
matrix mix busses.
In the Matrix Master section, the appropriate buss is fed to a summing
amp and then to the Matrix insert send.
Matrix Master Fader
The Matrix Master rotary fader controls the level sent to the electronically
balanced output stage. It has 10dB of gain at maximum.
The balanced signal is fed to the matrix output connector (male XLR) on
the rear con.
Matrix Insert Point
The Matrix Insert point is pre-fade and uses a balanced send and return,
at a nominal level of 0dBu. The insert SEND and RETURN are accessible
via separate 1/4" jacks on the rear connector panel.
Mute
The MUTE switch mutes the Matrix output signal. The mute is controlled
by the mute group and snapshot system, but not by the solo-in-place
system. The MUTE switch can be toggled in the Preview state to edit a
group and will not affect the audio.
SAFE/PREV LED
The SAFE/PREV LED is used to indicate the Mute safe status of the
console or Preview mute status, if the console is in preview mode. The
group/aux is toggled in or out of safe mode using the MUTE switch, after
first engaging EDIT SAFES mode on the master cpu panel. Preview status
is indicated by flashing illumination, upon entering Preview mode from
the master cpu panel, if the Mute is present in the previewed mute group
or scene.
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