Using The Pre; Listening & Recording; Setting The Mute Level - PROCEED PRE User Manual

Listening & Recording

Setting the Mute Level

Using the PRE

The input buttons of the PRE are used to select both the source that will be
heard and the source that will be made available to any recording devices in
the system. The button controls which of those selections is made.
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When the LED next to the
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sent to the main outputs of the PRE, and (presumably) on to a power ampli-
fier and loudspeaker. The selected input's LED indicator will light and be am-
ber in color.
When the record LED next to the
sent to the record outputs of the PRE for use by recording devices (or your
surround sound processor).
The main and record signal paths within the PRE are independent of each
other, allowing you to listen to one source while recording something else.
For example, you can easily make a copy of your favorite mix of music from
DAT to cassette for your car stereo, while listening to a CD of your choice.
If you have a three-head recorder (which allows you to monitor the recording
immediately after it is made) and would like to compare the source to the re-
cording for quality control purposes, simply select the source to be recorded
(using the record path) and begin your recording. On your tape deck, be sure
to select "tape" on the "tape/source" switch. Then switch back to the main
path of the PRE and alternate between listening to the source and your tape
deck to make the comparison.
The factory default setting of the mute circuit is -20 dB (a change of 40 units
in the main display). It may be changed to suit your personal preference. To
change this setting:
1 PRESS AND HOLD THE MUTE BUTTON
Hold the button for approximately 5 seconds, until the
mute
display changes to show the current mute setting (-40 as delivered from
the factory).
2 USE THE VOLUME +/– BUTTONS TO ADJUST THE MUTE SETTING
The buttons will now adjust the size of the volume change
volume +/–
introduced by engaging the mute circuit to suit your personal preference.
If no change is made the PRE will "time out" after a few seconds of inac-
tivity, returning to normal operation.
3 PRESS AND HOLD THE MUTE BUTTON TO CONFIRM YOUR CHANGE
Changes in the way the PRE normally operates require a conscious, de-
liberate act on your part. This is done to minimize the chance of having
your system changed accidently by someone who is simply exploring its
buttons. Thus (as outlined here), you must Hold a button, Change a set-
ting, and then Hold the button a second time to confirm your change.
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