2-Track Replay And Console Monitor .23 Talkback And Signal Generator - ALLEN & HEATH GL3800 User Manual

TALKBACK and SIGNAL GENERATOR
TALKBACK 2TRK REPLAY
MIN MAX
OO
OSC/NOISE
POWER
MIN MAX
PINK NOISE L
1kHz OSC
+16
+9
ON
+6
+3
M
-3
-6
-9
-12
L-R
-16
-20
-30
MTX1-2
PFL/AFL
MTX3-4
MONITOR
AUX
1-2
0
AUX
3-4
AUX
5-8
AUX
9-10
LATCH
TALK
STEREO
STEREO
AUX
9-10
STEREO
MONITOR
OO +10
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PHONES
TALKBACK
main outputs. Plug in a suitable cable or gooseneck microphone. A
good quality
recommended. Note that +48V phantom power is available at the
XLR as standard. If you prefer, this can be disabled by repositioning
an internal jumper link.
WARNING: Do not connect unbalanced sources or cables to
inputs with phantom power selected. To avoid loud clicks do not
+10
press the TALK switch when plugging or unplugging the talkback
2TRK
TO LR microphone.
TALKBACK enable
R
You can select the auxes in logical groups, useful for communicating
with the performers on stage. The matrix can be enabled in pairs,
ideal for working with stereo in-ear monitors or communicating with an
outside broadcast facility. You can also talk to LR and M, typically
0
used for announcements to the audience. Once selected, press and
hold TALK to route the mic to the required destination. Adjust the
talkback level using the TRIM control below the TB mic XLR. Pressing
TALK automatically dims the level of the signal generator if it is turned
on.
TALK latch mode
TALK switch. This is useful when using a handheld microphone with
built-in switch for talkback. It means you do not need to press the
TALK switch to talk to your enabled destinations. Simply use the
10
switch on the microphone. The latch switch is recessed to prevent
accidental operation. Use a pointed object to change its setting.
M
SIGNAL GENERATOR / PINK NOISE
L-R
pink noise (up position) or a 1kHz sine wave tone as the test source.
Start with the trim control turned fully down. The generator ON switch
2TRK
is recessed to prevent accidental operation. Press using a pointed
object. The green indicator lights to warn that the generator is on.
MTX1
The generator signal is routed to any source selected on the switch
MTX2
bank above the TALK switch. Use the signal to test the loudspeaker
system and line up connected equipment. Pink noise is useful for
MTX3
quickly testing the full range frequency operation and phasing/polarity
of loudspeakers.
MTX4
equipment with its steady reading on the meters.
AUX
9-10
WARNING: We recommend you turn off the signal generator
once you have finished using it to test and line up your system.
This will prevent accidental operation during the show.
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VU METERPOD
average (VU) reading metering of the fader master outputs (Groups, L,
R, M or Auxes and engineer's wedge in monitor mode). The M meter
is interrupted by any active PFL or AFL signal. The red indicator lights
when PAFL is active. The meters are LED illuminated for long life. A
built-in red PEAK indicator lights when the signal is within 5dB of
clipping.
Individually assignable talkback is available to all the
dynamic or condenser
First select the source you wish to talk to.
Press this switch to permanently activate the
The 1kHz tone is better suited to lining up
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11 moving coil VU meters provide additional
vocal microphone
Press to select either
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