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    A L ES I S X2 Reference M a nu a l ...

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    X2 Reference Manual 1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Alesis X2 24-channel, 8-group output, in-line monitor professional mixing console. To take full advantage of the X2’s functions, and to enjoy long and trouble-free use, please read this user’s manual carefully. How To Use This Manual This manual is divided into the following sectio ...

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    Contents X2 Reference Manual 3 C ONTENTS 1: Introduction ............................................................................................................ 7 About the X2 ........................................................................................................................ 7 Basic Principles of Mixing & Multitrack Re ...

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    Contents 4 X2 Reference Manual Interfacing to the Headphone Amp ...................................................................... 28 Interfacing Aux Sends and Returns to Outboard Effects ................................... 28 Interfacing the Inserts ............................................................................................ 29 ...

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    Contents X2 Reference Manual 5 MIDI ..................................................................................................................................... 56 MIDI Channel ......................................................................................................... 56 Selecting Songs via MIDI .............................. ...

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    Contents 6 X2 Reference Manual AUX A ASSIGN Switches (Aux A Only) ............................................................. 65 GROUP MASTERS Switch (Aux B Only) ............................................................ 65 L-R Button .............................................................................................................. ...

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    Contents X2 Reference Manual 7 Maps 2.0—2.9 ....................................................................................................................... 81 MIDI Implementation Chart ........................................................................................ 82 Specifications ................................................ ...

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    Introduction X2 Reference Manual 9 C HAPTER 1 I NTRODUCTION About the X2 The X2 is an extremely flexible, 24-channel, 8-group output, in-line monitor professional mixing console. The monitor path of each channel has its own 45mm linear fader, automated mute, and access to EQ and Aux sends, so you can mix or monitor one input while the main path mix ...

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    Introduction 10 X2 Reference Manual in the console (each channel, monitor, effect return, aux send, and group output). It features its own ADAT Synchronization Interface jack, plus MIDI in/out jacks, so that its built-in 10,000-event sequencer can be synchronized directly to the ADAT system or to a MIDI system. The mutes may be externally controlle ...

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    Introduction X2 Reference Manual 11 more) happening simultaneously in order to complete the task of overdubbing. The comprehensive systems and logical layout of the X2 Mixer will make it relatively easy for you to accommodate even the most complex monitoring requirements. The following are a few of the typical mixes that may occur during a session: ...

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    Introduction 12 X2 Reference Manual ...

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    Guided Tour X2 Reference Manual 13 C HAPTER 2: G UIDED T OUR Recorder/Mix Systems The X2 is designed to be extremely flexible, as evidenced by the channel module design. This is where signals are mixed, EQ’d and routed to the Aux sends, Groups and Left and Right Master outs. Each channel provides a Tape In connector, where signals return from the ...

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    Guided Tour 14 X2 Reference Manual input appears at the monitor controls. This is the position normally used for mixdown (with the main channel assigned to L-R) or for bouncing tracks (with the main channel assigned to the appropriate Group or Groups). To avoid low-end rumble and noise, turn on the HPF (high-pass filter), which removes frequencies ...

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    Guided Tour X2 Reference Manual 15 Aux Send/Return Systems In the center of each channel module is the Aux Sends section, which allows the signal to be routed to outboard signal processing equipment or to feed a headphone amplifier. The first two sends (Aux 1-2) are Pre-Fader, meaning that the signal level is independent of the channel’s fader. T ...

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    Guided Tour 16 X2 Reference Manual Control Room Systems A three-frequency oscillator, with adjustable level, allows you to record test tones onto your tapes. Below the Aux Masters section, level controls are available for Studio outputs, Headphone outputs and the Control Room outputs. The Control Room can selectively monitor the Master outputs (L-R ...

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    Guided Tour X2 Reference Manual 17 This toggles the meters between Tape Sends and Tape Returns. Two Mode LEDs on the meter bridge indicate which mode is selected. ...

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    Connecting the X2 X2 Reference Manual 19 C HAPTER 3: C ONNECTIONS Unpacking and Inspection Your X2 was packed carefully at the factory, and the container was designed to protect the unit during shipping. Please retain this container in the highly unlikely event that you need to return the X2 for servicing. Upon receiving the X2, carefully examine t ...

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    Connecting the X2 20 X2 Reference Manual indicate that an outlet is properly grounded. You may use an AC line tester to determine this. If the outlet is not grounded, consult with a licensed electrician. When AC currents are suspected of being highly unstable in VAC and Hz, a professional power conditioner should be used. To connect the power suppl ...

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    Connecting the X2 X2 Reference Manual 21 Avoiding Ground Loops In today’s studio, where it seems every piece of equipment has its own computer chip inside, there are many opportunities for ground loop problems to occur. These show up as hums, buzzes or sometimes radio reception and can occur if a piece of equipment “sees” two or more differen ...

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    Connecting the X2 22 X2 Reference Manual Channel Inputs and Outputs Each of the 24 channel modules on the X2 contains an XLR balanced MIC Input connector, a 1/4" TRS balanced LINE Input jack, a 1/4" TRS balanced TAPE IN jack with a +4/-10 level switch, an unbalanced 1/4" TAPE SEND jack, and a TRS 1/4" INSERT jack. Also included ...

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    Connecting the X2 X2 Reference Manual 23 additional post-effect equalization is required. ...

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    Connecting the X2 24 X2 Reference Manual Tape Input The Tape Input is a 1/4" balanced TRS connector which will accept either -10 dBV or +4 dBu, depending on the setting of the +4/-10 switch (see next section). The Tape Input is the normal source of the Monitor path. However, when the CHAN/MON REVERSE switch is pressed, the Tape Input is switch ...

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    Connecting the X2 X2 Reference Manual 25 Balanced Tape I/O The BALANCED TAPE I/O is a 56 pin ELCO connector designed to deliver eight channels of balanced +4 dBu tape inputs and outputs, such as that on the Alesis ADAT Digital Multi Track Recorder. There are three BALANCED TAPE I/O connectors provided which, when connected to three ADATs, provide t ...

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    Connecting the X2 26 X2 Reference Manual Stereo Returns and Groups Each of the four Group modules contain two 1/4" GROUP OUT connectors (for a total of eight Group Outs), two TRS 1/4" GROUP INSERT connectors (for a total of eight Group Inserts), and four 1/4" RETURN connectors (for a total of eight Stereo Returns). Here are detailed ...

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    Connecting the X2 X2 Reference Manual 27 Master Inputs and Outputs The Master Module contains two balanced 1/4" MASTER OUT jacks, two TRS 1/4" MASTER INSERT jacks, two balanced 1/4" CONTROL ROOM output jacks, two 1/4" STUDIO jacks, and two pair of 1/4" jacks that serve as EXTERNAL 1 IN and EXTERNAL 2 IN. Additionally, a PHO ...

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    Connecting the X2 28 X2 Reference Manual like reverbs and digital delays. ...

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    Connecting the X2 X2 Reference Manual 29 Headphones The PHONES connector (found on the front end of the console, directly below the Master faders) is a stereo 1/4" jack which provides a substantial level to drive most headphones. The signal level is controlled by the PHONES knob. The wiring scheme is as follows. Tip Ring Sleeve Left Signal Rig ...

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    Connecting the X2 30 X2 Reference Manual Examples of Connections The X2 may be easily interfaced with most other professional recording and audio equipment. All inputs and outputs , with the exception of the microphone inputs, use 1/4" jacks. The microphone inputs are standard balanced XLR type jacks. Input Connector Type Mic Inputs XLR Balanc ...

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    Connecting the X2 X2 Reference Manual 31 Interfacing to an Unbalanced -10 dBV Multitrack Recorder Interfacing the X2 with a typical multitrack recorder using semiprofessional unbalanced phono or 1/4" phone jacks is a simple process. Alternatively, if you are using one or more ADATs, it is recommended to interface the balanced inputs and output ...

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    Connecting the X2 32 X2 Reference Manual Interfacing to a Professional +4 dBu Multitrack Recorder Professional recorders typically feature 3-pin XLR connectors on their inputs and outputs. The nominal signal level of these units is +4 dBu (1.23 volts). Depending on the model of recorder, these inputs and outputs may be balanced, servo-balanced (whi ...

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    Connecting the X2 X2 Reference Manual 33 Interfacing to a Multitrack Recorder via a Patchbay It is also possible to access the multitrack tape recorder by the use of a patchbay, which is several rows of jacks that are permanently connected to both the inputs and the outputs of the X2, the multitrack tape machine, and all of the outboard equipment. ...

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    Connecting the X2 34 X2 Reference Manual cables from the phono jack outputs to the 1/4" EXT IN jacks of the X2. • If the mixdown deck has only XLR outputs, make or purchase an adapter from XLR-to-phone plug, with pin 1 connected to the sleeve and either pin 2 or 3 connected to the tip. Check with the manual of your mixdown deck to see if unb ...

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    Connecting the X2 X2 Reference Manual 35 simultaneously, if desired. Note: If you want to use a separate effect on each channel, use the INSERT jacks, not the Aux Sends (see next section). To connect the Aux Sends and Stereo Aux Returns to outboard effects: 1 Connect the Aux Sends (AUX 3, AUX 4, AUX 5, AUX 6, AUX 7, AUX 8) to the input or inputs of ...

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    Connecting the X2 36 X2 Reference Manual Interfacing the Inserts Insert s are used to connect signal processing devices directly into the signal path of a Channel. Normally, the device connected would be one that shapes the dynamics or tone of a signal (such as a compressor, gate, or EQ), rather than an effects device (such as a reverb). It is also ...

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    Applications X2 Reference Manual 37 C HAPTER 4: A PPLICATIONS Recording Setting Levels In order to ensure the cleanest signal with the least amount of background noise (hiss or hum), it is extremely important that proper level setting s be maintained not only within the X2 itself, but throughout the entire audio system. Therefore, it’s best to ob ...

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    Applications 38 X2 Reference Manual If several “hot” (loud) Channels are assigned to a Group, it is possible that the Group will overload. Since the internal electronics of the X2 have 18 dB above 0 VU of headroom, it is only possible to clip the Group if: • the Group meter is hitting the top of its range with the GROUP MASTER FADER set to no ...

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    Applications X2 Reference Manual 39 Recording Multiple Sources to One Track When more than one Channel is to be recorded onto the same track of a multitrack tape machine, it is necessary to assign all desired Channels to a Group. When the DIR switch of a channel is up, the TAPE OUT jacks receive the signal from a corresponding Group. For example, u ...

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    Applications 40 X2 Reference Manual Recording Multiple Sources to Two Tracks (Stereo) Recording multiple sources onto two tape tracks can either be done as two separate Groups or as a stereo mix using two Groups. The former requires that you pan hard left all Channels going to the odd-number Group, and pan hard right all Channels going to the even- ...

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    Applications X2 Reference Manual 41 Recording Tips For the cleanest possible recording, the Group FADERS (or Channel FADERS if the TAPE SENDS are being used) should be adjusted so that the level going to tape averages 0 VU on the meters of a typical analog multitrack tape machine (or -15 dB on a digital multitrack machine, such as the Alesis ADAT). ...

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    Applications 42 X2 Reference Manual Overdubbing Monitoring the Multitrack on the Monitor Faders Once you have recorded onto the multitrack tape machine, you will want to listen back to those tracks, especially if you are overdubbing new tracks with musicians who need to hear the material already on tape (see next section, Getting the Mix to Headpho ...

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    Applications X2 Reference Manual 43 previous section. ...

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    Applications 44 X2 Reference Manual Getting the Mix to the Headphones Once you have the tape tracks returning to the mixer, it is simple to create a cue mix for the musicians to listen to over headphones while overdubbing . The cue mix is created using Aux Sends 1 and 2 on the X2, because the signals from these sends are derived Pre-Fader (before t ...

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    Applications X2 Reference Manual 45 Adding Effects Effects such as reverb, chorus and delay are typically wired in a loop from an Auxiliary Send to a Stereo Aux Return (see Chapter 3, “Interfacing Aux Sends and Returns to Outboard Effects”). There are two basic stages to getting a low-noise, distortion-free signal flow from an effects device: 1 ...

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    Applications 46 X2 Reference Manual 4 Raise the input control of the effects device until its meter or clip LED shows peak level, then lower the input control a bit. Consult the manual for the effect device for more information. Some effect devices have level setting switches on the back; these should be set so that a peak level can be reached with ...

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    Applications X2 Reference Manual 47 To make sure you’re hearing what’s actually going to tape, make sure the L-R switch is up, and follow the procedure earlier in this section under “Recording Multiple Sources.” If the effect is stereo, it must be recorded onto two tracks. If you’re recording onto one track only, try setting the STEREO SE ...

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    Applications 48 X2 Reference Manual REVERSE button so it is down. This sends the tape tracks to the Channel (long) FADERS. 2 Assign the Channels to Groups 5 and 6 by pressing the 5-6 button next to the long fader. 3 Make sure Channel 5’s DIR switch is in the UP position. 4 Place tracks 5 and 6 into record-ready, and adjust the Group 5 and 6 FADER ...

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    Applications X2 Reference Manual 49 tape deck’s left and right inputs. For more information on interfacing the X2 with a mixdown deck, see page 27. Assign all Channels, Monitors, Stereo Aux Returns and Groups being used to the L- R MASTER FADERS, by making sure the L-R buttons for each is down. Then create a mix using the Faders for the selected ...

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    Applications 50 X2 Reference Manual 7 Raise the Toms Channel FADERS. Set them so that the LED meter indicates “0.” Mute the Toms Channels. 8 Bring up the Bass Guitar Channel FADER so that the LED meter reads “-6.” Mute the Bass Channel. 9 Raise the Channel FADERS with the rhythm guitar and/or keyboards so that the LED meters read “-10,” ...

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    Applications X2 Reference Manual 51 or MIDI Clock. This can either come from a synchronization processor (one that can translate SMPTE or VITC timecode into MTC) or from a MIDI sequencer. Alternatively, you can also use the MIDI sequencer to record mutes from the X2’s console, thereby bypassing the X2’s built-in sequencer. If you plan to use an ...

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    Applications 52 X2 Reference Manual Live Performance Creating a Monitor Mix Most sound reinforcement applications work best in mono, since so few members of the audience are seated in the ideal spot to hear the balance of a stereo sound system effectively. Also, a stereo sound system can be much more difficult to mix. To configure the X2 mixer in o ...

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    Applications X2 Reference Manual 53 “On” (down) position, and assign Group 2 to the Right Master FADER by switching the ASSIGN RIGHT to its “On” (down) position. The Group 1 and 2 FADERS will now control the selected Channels, and the combined signal will appear at the Master FADERS along with the other Channels/Groups. Stage Monitor Mix It ...

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    Mute Automation X2 Reference Manual 55 C HAPTER 5: M UTE A UTOMATION Overview Because muting channels can be as much a part of the creative aspect of music as composing the song itself, the X2 comes with a built-in sequencer that lets you automate this task. The Mute Automation section of the Master Module lets you record the muting and unmuting of ...

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    Mute Automation 56 X2 Reference Manual and have them playback. This is done by choosing one of the many built-in MIDI maps the X2 provides, which determines how the mute events will be transmitted (using note-on messages, controller data or as System Exclusive). The entire memory of the Mute Automation (100 songs, 400 Mute Groups and up to 10,000 m ...

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    Mute Automation X2 Reference Manual 57 Mute Groups allow you to mute as many channels as you want with a single button press. Each of the 100 songs contains 4 Mute Groups . Mute Groups are ideal when you want to mute a group of channels that relate together. For example: The various individual drum tracks (snare, kick, percussion, etc.) that make u ...

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    Mute Automation 58 X2 Reference Manual Defining Mute Groups The DEFINE buttons allows you to define a Mute Group of channels. Defined Mute Groups are stored into the currently selected song. Make sure you have the desired song selected before defining a Mute Group. There are two ways to set the mute status of all channels when defining a Mute Group ...

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    Mute Automation X2 Reference Manual 59 Recalling Mute Groups To recall a Mute Group: 1 Select a Song (00—99) by pressing the DISPLAY button until the SONG LED above it is lit, and then using the INC/DEC buttons to change the Song number. 2 Press one of the MUTE GROUP buttons (1—4). The MUTE GROUP button’s LED will light and the Mute Group wil ...

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    Mute Automation 60 X2 Reference Manual Display Mode The two-digit LED display has four modes: Song, Sync, Channel, and Map. The mode is selected by pressing the DISPLAY button. Each time DISPLAY is pressed, the X2 will cycle through the four modes, as indicated by the four LEDs directly above the display. Once a mode is selected, the displayed para ...

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    Mute Automation X2 Reference Manual 61 events into the current Song. The ONLINE button must be turned on in order for the UPDATE button to function. Mute Events Recording and Playing Back Mute Events The UPDATE button should be thought of as a mute record button. When turned on and the X2 is locked to a sync source (see previous section), any mutes ...

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    Mute Automation 62 X2 Reference Manual Anytime you wish to add more mute events to a Song, simply select the song, put the X2 Online, play the tape and press UPDATE. New mute events will be added to the original ones. Be sure to turn UPDATE off when you’re done, to avoid recording unwanted mute events. ...

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    Mute Automation X2 Reference Manual 63 Editing Songs Erasing The X2’s Mute Automation provides several editing tools. The ERASE FWD button lets you remove all mute events on any channel from a particular time event to the end of the Song. This requires that you first locate your tape machine providing the sync source to the X2, so that the tape? ...

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    Mute Automation 64 X2 Reference Manual 4 Press UPDATE to execute the erase, or press UNDO to abort erase mode. All mute events on this channel from the current tape position to the beginning of the song (the first mute event recorded) will be deleted. To erase all events on one or more channels: 1 Press the ERASE FWD button. The ERASE FWD LED will ...

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    Mute Automation X2 Reference Manual 65 The display will temporarily read “rS” (reset). 4 Release all three buttons. Copying Copy Mute Events The X2 allows you to copy all mute events for a single channel within a Song to any other channel. This copy function merges copied data with whatever events were already on the destination channel. To rep ...

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    Mute Automation 66 X2 Reference Manual MIDI When you want to use an external MIDI sequencer to provide mute automation, instead of the X2’s internal sequencer, you must select a MIDI channel and choose a MIDI Map. There are several different sequencers to choose from, although we recommend using a sequencer that provides “event chasing,” so t ...

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    Mute Automation X2 Reference Manual 67 MIDI Map The MIDI Map determines what MIDI messages will be used for each Mute and Mute Group when using an external MIDI sequencer to automate the X2. There are several maps to choose from, each designed for use with specific sequencers. In general, you will probably pick one Map to use on all occasions, base ...

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    Mute Automation 68 X2 Reference Manual Memory Backup All contents of the Mute Automation’s memory (including 100 Songs, all mute events and 400 Mute Groups) can be transmit ted (or dumped) to an external MIDI storage device by using System Exclusive messages. In order for this to work correctly, you’ll need to use a device capable of storing su ...

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    Description of Controls X2 Reference Manual 69 C HAPTER 6: D ESCRIPTION OF C ONTROLS Input Channel Controls +48 V Switch When pressed, the +48 V switch applies phantom power to the XLR microphone jack for that channel. 48 volts DC appears equally on pins 2 and 3 to be used by condenser-type microphones requiring external power. Since this potential ...

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    Description of Controls 70 X2 Reference Manual FADERS will get signal from the Line inputs, and the short Monitor FADERS will get the Tape Returns, the typical patch for recording & overdubbing. HPF Switch When the HPF (High Pass Filter) switch is pressed (down), a filter is inserted into the signal path which rolls off (attenuates) frequencies ...

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    Description of Controls X2 Reference Manual 71 EQ IN Switch This inserts the equalizer controls into the channel signal path. When down, the EQ is in the signal path. This switch has no effect on the HPF control (see above), or on the HI and LO EQ if the TO MON switch is down. AUX 1–2, AUX 1–2 PAN The AUX 1-2 knob controls how much signal will ...

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    Description of Controls 72 X2 Reference Manual 7/8 Switch (Aux 5/6) This switch functions identically as the 7/8 switch found between Aux 3/7 and 4/8, but is used to assign the AUX 5/7 and 6/8 knobs (refer to previous section). Monitor PAN The PAN control sends the output of the Monitor in continuously variable degrees to either side of the stereo ...

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    Description of Controls X2 Reference Manual 73 Channel PAN The PAN sends the output of the Channel in continuously variable degrees to either side of the stereo mix (if L-R switch is pressed -- see below), or to odd-even sides of the Group Assignment switches (pan left for Groups 1, 3, 5 and 7; pan right for Groups 2, 4, 6 and 8). The PAN control i ...

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    Description of Controls 74 X2 Reference Manual Note that even if the 1-2 button is pressed, no signal will go from the channel to Group 1 if the Channel PAN knob is turned hard right. Channel L-R Button The L-R button routes the channel ’s signal to the Master L-R FADERS, depending on the setting of the Channel PAN knob. This switch is normally p ...

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    Description of Controls X2 Reference Manual 75 inputs will be applied to the Aux Return ASSIGN switches and the STEREO SEPARATION and BALANCE controls see below). Hi and Lo EQ These provide standard shelving controls. The HI knob range is +/- 15 dB at a fixed frequency of 12 kHz. This means that frequencies above 12 kHz will be boosted or cut by th ...

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    Description of Controls 76 X2 Reference Manual The GROUP MASTERS switch routes the Aux Return’s signal to the pair of Group FADERS directly below the Aux Return ( example: pressing the GROUP MASTERS switch on Aux B of the first Group module would route that signal to Groups 1 and 2.). Remember that the STEREO SEPARATION and BALANCE knobs have an ...

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    Description of Controls X2 Reference Manual 77 MUTE Buttons The MUTE buttons disconnects the Group ’s signal from the Master outputs, the GROUP OUT jacks and the TAPE OUT jacks. When pressed, the MUTE button’s LED will light. This can be controlled via the Dynamic Mute Automation system, which gives it other functions as well (see Chapter 5). G ...

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    Description of Controls 78 X2 Reference Manual Master Controls Oscillator Frequency and Level The built-in Oscillator provides reference tone with a variable output level. The two switches are used together to determine the Oscillator’s frequency between 10 kHz, 1 kHz, 100 Hz and OFF. Top Switch Up Down Bottom Up OFF 1 kHz Switch Down 10 kHz 100 ...

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    Description of Controls X2 Reference Manual 79 both). If the STUDIO switch is down, the Talkback signal is routed to the Studio outputs. Phones This controls the output level of the Headphone output (located at the front end of the console). This headphone mix follows whatever is chosen as the Control Room source (see below). Control Room Level and ...

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    Description of Controls 80 X2 Reference Manual and Tape Return mode. Two Mode LEDs on the meter bridge indicate which mode is selected. ...

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    Description of Controls X2 Reference Manual 81 Mute Automation Controls DISPLAY The DISPLAY button is used to cycle the 2-digit LED display through a cycle of four display modes: Song , Sync , Channel and Map . Each time the DISPLAY button is pressed, the display will advance to the next display mode. The Display Mode is indicated by four LEDs (Son ...

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    Description of Controls 82 X2 Reference Manual MUTE GROUPS (1—4) The MUTE GROUPS buttons (1—4) are used to recall a group of mutes on various channels at the touch of a button. Four Mute Groups are available in each Song, giving you 400 Mute Groups altogether. To create a Mute Group, you must use the DEFINE button (see below). The MUTE GROUPS b ...

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    Description of Controls X2 Reference Manual 83 When OVERLAY is turned on (its LED lit), Mute Groups can be recalled “on top of one another” instead of canceling each other out. This is handy when you want to independently yet simultaneously control the enabling of multiple groups of channel mutes. When the Mute Automation is recording Group Mut ...

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    Description of Controls 84 X2 Reference Manual COPY The COPY button makes it possible to copy the mute events recorded for one channel and have them affect any number of other channels. Example: If you had four channels of vocals that you wanted to mute simultaneously, you could record the mute events for one of the channels and then copy those eve ...

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    Description of Controls X2 Reference Manual 85 Erasing Memory To erase all memory including the mute events in all 100 Songs and their 400 Mute Groups, hold ALT (ALL) and press ERASE FWD and DEC simultaneously. This function is not reversible. SYS EX By holding ALT and pressing UPDATE (SYS EX ), all memory is dumped out the MIDI OUT port. This info ...

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    Description of Controls 86 X2 Reference Manual ...

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    Trouble-Shooting X2 Reference Manual 87 C HAPTER 7: T ROUBLE -S HOOTING Trouble-Shooting Index If you are experience problems while operating the X2, please use the following table to locate possible causes and solutions before contacting Alesis customer service for assistance. Symptom Cause Solution The display does not light when the ON/OFF switc ...

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    Trouble-Shooting 88 X2 Reference Manual Maintenance/Service Cleaning and Maintenance Disconnect the AC cord, then use a damp cloth to clean the console’s metal and plastic surfaces. For heavy dirt, use a non-abrasive household cleaner such as Formula 409 or Fantastik. DO NOT SPRAY THE CLEANER DIRECTLY ONTO THE FRONT OF THE UNIT AS IT MAY DESTROY ...

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    Trouble-Shooting X2 Reference Manual 89 damage caused by inadequate packing is not covered by the Alesis warranty. Tape a note to the top of the unit describing the problem, include your name and a phone number where Alesis can contact you if necessary, as well as instructions on where you want the product returned. Alesis will pay for standard one ...

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    Trouble-Shooting 90 X2 Reference Manual ...

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    MIDI Maps Index X2 Reference Manual 91 MIDI M APS I NDEX Maps 1.1—1.3 These maps are very similar in that they all use MIDI note numbers to transmit and recognize mute events. In the case of map 1.1, a high-velocity note-on message is sent when a channel is muted, and a low-velocity note-on message is sent when unmuted. With map 1.2, a note-on me ...

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    MIDI Maps Index 92 X2 Reference Manual Map 1.4 This map uses controllers, instead of note numbers, to transmit and recognize mute events. Mute MIDI Controller Number Channel 1 Monitor 2 Channel 1 Fader 3 Channel 2 Monitor 4 Channel 2 Fader 5 … … Channel 24 Monitor 48 Channel 24 Fader 49 Return 1 65 Return 2 66 Sub 1 67 Sub 2 68 Return 3 69 Retu ...

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    MIDI Maps Index X2 Reference Manual 93 Maps 2.0—2.9 These maps are virtually identical in that they transmit “snapshots” of the mute status of the entire console. Each mute event is represented by a different System- Exclusive message. The only difference between these maps is how often the “snapshots” are transmitted. By choosing one of ...

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    MIDI Implementation Chart 94 X2 Reference Manual MIDI I MPLEMENTATION C HART Function Transmitted Recognized Remarks Basic Channel Default Changed 1 — 16 * * * * * * * * 1 — 16 Mode Default Messages Altered Mode 1, Mode 3 X * * * * * * * * Mode 1, Mode 3 X Note Number True Voice 0 — 127 * * * * * * * * 0 — 127 0 — 127 Velocity Note On Not ...

  • Alesis X2 - page 96

    Specifications X2 Reference Manual 95 S PECIFICATIONS All measurements taken with an Audio Precision System One. All noise measurements taken with trim at minimum and faders at unity gain with 22 Hz to 22 kHz bandwidth unless otherwise specified. All Tape In & Out measurements made on balanced +4 dBu connectors. (+4 dBu into a line input with m ...

  • Alesis X2 - page 97

    Specifications 96 X2 Reference Manual MIC Nominal Input Level -56 dBu to -8 dBu LINE Nominal Input Level -44 dBu to +4 dBu TAPE Nominal Input Level +4 dBu / -10 dBV Switchable Maximum Gain: MIC to L/R Master Out 70 dB MIC to L/R Group Out 70 dB MIC to Aux Sends 68 dB Power Supply: X2 Maximum Power 210 Watts U.L. Rating 300 Watts Input Module (24): ...

  • Alesis X2 - page 98

    Specifications X2 Reference Manual 97 Rear Panel: Balanced I/O 56-pin (3) Mic Inputs XLR (24) Balanced Line Inputs 1/4" TRS (24) Mono Aux Sends 1/4" (8) Channel Inserts 1/4" TRS (24) Mono Tape Outs 1/4" (24) Balanced Tape Inputs 1/4" TRS (24) Balanced L/R Outputs 1/4" TRS (2) L/R Inserts 1 /4" TRS (2) Mono Group O ...

  • Alesis X2 - page 99

    Specifications 98 X2 Reference Manual I NTERNAL C ONNECTOR P INOUTS ...

  • Alesis X2 - page 100

    Specifications X2 Reference Manual 99 B LOCK D IAGRAM Note: An 11"x17" version of this drawing is included with the manual. Master Group Master Channel Module Module Module ...

  • Alesis X2 - page 101

    Index 100 X2 User’s Manual I NDEX +4/-10 Switch 19 ADAT 23, 27, 71 Adding Effects 38 AFL 64 ALL 70 ALT 70 Copy Song 72 Erase Song 72 METER BRIDGE 35, 68 SOLO 73 SYS EX 73 ASSIGN LEFT 66 ASSIGN RIGHT 66 Aux Master 64 Levels 64 MUTE 64 Aux Return 13, 29 ASSIGN 65 Balance 65 EQ 64 GROUP MASTERS 65 L-R 65 LEVEL 64 MUTE 66 PEAK 65 SOLO 65 STEREO SEPAR ...

  • Alesis X2 - page 102

    Index X2 User’s Manual 101 monitor 62 Level Aux Return 64 setting 31 lock 47 Map 57, 69 Master FADERS 68 INSERTS 22 Oscillator 67 Memory Remaining 72 meter bridge 35, 68 MIC/LINE GAIN 11, 31, 59 MIDI 23 CHANNEL 69 Map 57, 69 sequencer 30 System Exclusive 57, 58 virtual tracks 37 Mixing example 42 Group Faders as Subgroups 44 mixdown 41 Monitor Mi ...

  • Alesis X2 - page 103

    Index 102 X2 Reference Manual Assignment 67 level 67 swap 55 Sync 69 SYS EX 58, 73 receive 58 transmit 58 Talkback 67 UNDO 52, 71 UPDATE 52, 71 ...

メーカー Alesis カテゴリー Audio-Keyboard

Alesis X2のメーカーから受け取ることができるドキュメントは、いくつかのグループに分けられます。その一部は次の通りです:
- #BRANDの図面#
- X2の取扱説明書
- Alesisの製品カード
- パンフレット
- またはAlesis X2の消費電力シール
それらは全部重要ですが、デバイス使用の観点から最も重要な情報は、Alesis X2の取扱説明書に含まれています。

取扱説明書と呼ばれる文書のグループは、Alesis X2の取り付け説明書、サービスマニュアル、簡易説明書、またはAlesis X2のユーザーマニュアル等、より具体的なカテゴリーに分類されます。ご必要に応じてドキュメントを検索しましょう。私たちのウェブサイトでは、Alesis X2の製品を使用するにあたって最も人気のある説明書を閲覧できます。

関連する取扱説明書

Alesis X2デバイスの取扱説明書はどのようなものですか?
取扱説明書は、ユーザーマニュアル又は単に「マニュアル」とも呼ばれ、ユーザーがAlesis X2を使用するのを助ける技術的文書のことです。説明書は通常、全てのAlesis X2ユーザーが容易に理解できる文章にて書かれており、その作成者はその分野の専門家です。

Alesisの取扱説明書には、基本的な要素が記載されているはずです。その一部は、カバー/タイトルページ、著作権ページ等、比較的重要度の低いものです。ですが、その他の部分には、ユーザーにとって重要な情報が記載されているはずです。

1. Alesis X2の説明書の概要と使用方法。説明書にはまず、その閲覧方法に関する手引きが書かれているはずです。そこにははAlesis X2の目次に関する情報やよくある質問、最も一般的な問題に関する情報を見つけられるはずです。つまり、それらはユーザーが取扱説明書に最も期待する情報なのです。
2. 目次。Alesis X2に関してこのドキュメントで見つけることができる全てのヒントの目次
3. Alesis X2デバイスの基本機能を使うにあたってのヒント。 Alesis X2のユーザーが使い始めるのを助けてくれるはずです。
4. トラブルシューティング。Alesis X2に関する最も重要な問題を診断し、解決するために役立つ体系化された手続き
5. FAQ。よくある質問
6. 連絡先。一人では問題を解決できない場合に、その国におけるAlesis X2のメーカー/サービスへの連絡先に関する情報。

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