ML3000 User Guide 3
Introduction
This user guide presents a quick reference to the ML3000. We recommend that you read this fully
before starting. Included is information on installing, connecting and operating the console, panel
drawings, system block diagram and technical specification. For further information on the basic
principles of audio system engineering, please refer to one of the specialist publications available
from bookshops and audio equipment dealers.
Whilst we believe the information in this guide to be reliable we do not assume responsibility for
inaccuracies. We also reserve the right to make changes in the interest of further product
development.
We are able to offer further product support through our world-wide network of approved dealers
and service agents. You can also access our Web site on the Internet for information on our
product range, assistance with your technical queries or simply to chat about matters audio. To
help us provide the most efficient service please keep a record of your console serial number, and
date and place of purchase to be quoted in any communication regarding this product. The serial
number is located on the rear panel.
Contents
Important Safety Instructions .............................. 4
Mains Plug Wiring Instructions............................ 5
General Precautions ............................................ 5
Quick Start Reference Sheet ............................... 6
ML3000 Key Features ......................................... 9
System Block Diagram ...................................... 10
Technical Specifications.................................... 12
Installation Details.............................................. 13
Connecting the Power Supply .......................... 14
Earthing.............................................................. 15
Rear Panel Connections.................................... 16
Audio Connector Types and Wiring .................. 18
Gain Structure.................................................... 19
Control Layout and Description ........................ 20
Mono Input and EQ ........................................... 20
Channel Group / Auxiliary Sends ...................... 22
Channel Internal Link Options........................... 23
Main Mix and Input Faders................................ 24
Channel Main Mix and Fader ............................ 26
Using LCRplus™................................................ 26
Stereo Input and EQ.......................................... 28
Using the Dual Inputs ........................................ 29
Group / Aux Fader and Rotary Masters ............ 30
Configuring Groups and Auxes......................... 31
Main Mix Masters............................................... 32
Using the Engineers Wedge Monitor ................ 32
Matrix ................................................................. 33
VCA Groups....................................................... 34
Assigning VCA and Mute Groups ..................... 36
Mute Groups and Snapshot Memories............. 37
Headphones / Local Monitor / 2-Track ............. 38
Oscillator / Noise Generator.............................. 39
Talkback ............................................................ 40
Meterpod ........................................................... 41
MIDI/RS232........................................................ 42
Operating System and Technical Support........ 45
User Notes (blank page) ................................... 46
Cue Sheet .......................................................... 47
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