The document is a user guide for the Sound Devices 552 five-channel portable production mixer and integrated recorder. It provides an overview of the mixer's features and specifications, as well as instructions for setup and operation. The guide includes sections on inputs and outputs, monitoring, recording, menus and more.
This document provides a hardware installation and replacement guide for ThinkCentre computers. It includes information on replacing parts such as memory modules, hard drives, optical drives, fans, and other components. The guide consists of 5 chapters that describe safety information, locating computer components, installing and replacing parts, completing replacements, and security features.
The document is a user guide for the Sound Devices 722 high resolution digital audio recorder. It provides:
1) An overview of the recorder's features including its internal hard drive and CompactFlash storage, uncompressed PCM and compressed file format recording capabilities, and rechargeable battery.
2) Step-by-step instructions for basic operation like powering on the recorder, navigating menus, connecting audio sources, routing inputs to tracks, setting recording parameters, and recording and playback.
3) Descriptions of the recorder's controls and connections, menu options, storage media, file management, power options, and specifications.
This document is a user guide and technical information manual for the Sound Devices 702 high resolution digital audio recorder. It provides instructions on basic operation such as powering on the unit, navigating menus, connecting audio sources, routing inputs to tracks, selecting recording parameters and file destinations, recording, playback, and transferring files via FireWire. The manual also describes in detail the front panel, connectors, menus, file formats, and specifications of the recorder.
This document is a user guide and technical information manual for the Sound Devices 702 high resolution digital audio recorder. It provides instructions on basic operation such as powering on the unit, navigating menus, connecting audio sources, routing inputs to tracks, selecting recording parameters and file destinations, recording, playback, and transferring files via FireWire. The manual also describes in detail the front panel, connectors, menus, file formats, and specifications of the recorder.
This document provides operating instructions for a Panasonic dual handset digital cordless answering system. The summary is:
1. The document outlines how to install and charge the included batteries for the two cordless handsets, connect the base unit to a telephone line and power outlet, and set the date and time.
2. Programming instructions are provided for settings like ringer volume, dialing mode, and answering system functions like the greeting message.
3. Instructions are given for making calls, answering calls, using the caller ID features and call lists, operating the phone book, and using intercom features.
4. The answering system functions like listening to and erasing messages are explained. Remote
This hardware maintenance manual provides service and reference information for the ThinkPad R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen) laptop computers. It is intended for trained service technicians who are familiar with ThinkPad products. The manual includes safety guidelines, general service information, symptom to FRU index, hardware replacement procedures, locations of major components, and parts listing.
This document provides a 3 sentence summary of the user manual for the 8107WIB projector:
The user manual describes the features and operation of the 8107WIB projector. It includes details on setting up the projector, connecting devices, using the remote control and interactive pen, navigating the on-screen menus, adjusting settings, maintaining the projector, and troubleshooting issues. The manual provides thorough instructions for operating the projector and solving common problems.
This document provides a user guide and technical information for the Sound Devices 788T and 788T-SSD digital audio recorders. It describes the recorders' features such as inputs, outputs, recording functions, timecode, storage media options and file management capabilities. The guide also covers powering, battery usage and performing firmware upgrades.
This document provides a hardware installation and replacement guide for ThinkCentre computers. It includes information on replacing parts such as memory modules, hard drives, optical drives, fans, and other components. The guide consists of 5 chapters that describe safety information, locating computer components, installing and replacing parts, completing replacements, and security features.
The document is a user guide for the Sound Devices 722 high resolution digital audio recorder. It provides:
1) An overview of the recorder's features including its internal hard drive and CompactFlash storage, uncompressed PCM and compressed file format recording capabilities, and rechargeable battery.
2) Step-by-step instructions for basic operation like powering on the recorder, navigating menus, connecting audio sources, routing inputs to tracks, setting recording parameters, and recording and playback.
3) Descriptions of the recorder's controls and connections, menu options, storage media, file management, power options, and specifications.
This document is a user guide and technical information manual for the Sound Devices 702 high resolution digital audio recorder. It provides instructions on basic operation such as powering on the unit, navigating menus, connecting audio sources, routing inputs to tracks, selecting recording parameters and file destinations, recording, playback, and transferring files via FireWire. The manual also describes in detail the front panel, connectors, menus, file formats, and specifications of the recorder.
This document is a user guide and technical information manual for the Sound Devices 702 high resolution digital audio recorder. It provides instructions on basic operation such as powering on the unit, navigating menus, connecting audio sources, routing inputs to tracks, selecting recording parameters and file destinations, recording, playback, and transferring files via FireWire. The manual also describes in detail the front panel, connectors, menus, file formats, and specifications of the recorder.
This document provides operating instructions for a Panasonic dual handset digital cordless answering system. The summary is:
1. The document outlines how to install and charge the included batteries for the two cordless handsets, connect the base unit to a telephone line and power outlet, and set the date and time.
2. Programming instructions are provided for settings like ringer volume, dialing mode, and answering system functions like the greeting message.
3. Instructions are given for making calls, answering calls, using the caller ID features and call lists, operating the phone book, and using intercom features.
4. The answering system functions like listening to and erasing messages are explained. Remote
This hardware maintenance manual provides service and reference information for the ThinkPad R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen) laptop computers. It is intended for trained service technicians who are familiar with ThinkPad products. The manual includes safety guidelines, general service information, symptom to FRU index, hardware replacement procedures, locations of major components, and parts listing.
This document provides a 3 sentence summary of the user manual for the 8107WIB projector:
The user manual describes the features and operation of the 8107WIB projector. It includes details on setting up the projector, connecting devices, using the remote control and interactive pen, navigating the on-screen menus, adjusting settings, maintaining the projector, and troubleshooting issues. The manual provides thorough instructions for operating the projector and solving common problems.
This document provides a user guide and technical information for the Sound Devices 788T and 788T-SSD digital audio recorders. It describes the recorders' features such as inputs, outputs, recording functions, timecode, storage media options and file management capabilities. The guide also covers powering, battery usage and performing firmware upgrades.
The document is a user guide and technical information manual for the 788T and 788T-SSD digital audio recorders. It provides details on connecting microphones and other audio sources, recording and playback functions, file management, and specifications. Key features include high-resolution digital audio recording, balanced analog and digital audio inputs and outputs, timecode support, and storage via internal hard drive, SSD, CompactFlash cards, or external FireWire drives.
The document provides specifications and service information for the Sony DVD player, receiver, and deck model HCD-GN1200D. It includes sections on specifications for the DVD player, tape deck, amplifier, tuner, and general sections. Diagrams are provided showing the block diagrams and schematics for the various components. Troubleshooting information is also given, with service codes explained. The document serves as a manual for servicing the device.
This document provides an overview of the Gigaset S680/S685 cordless phone. It describes the keys and features of the handset and base station. It provides instructions for making calls, using menus and lists, text messaging, and answering machine functions. It also covers settings, Bluetooth, and accessories. Safety precautions are included to only use the approved power adapter, batteries, and avoid certain areas with the phone due to risk of electric shock.
This document provides the programming manual for the TEC MA-1535-2 series electronic cash register. It outlines the main features of the hardware and software, including specifications. It also describes how to perform RAM clear, data clear, and status clear operations to reset the register's memory and sales data in various ways. The manual then details the different programming submodes and how to program various settings and parameters.
The document is a programming manual for the TEC electronic cash register Model MA-1350-1 series. It provides specifications for the register including hardware components, memory capacities, and describes various programming operations and status/memory clear functions. Key details include the register dimensions and weight, 32KB or 128KB RAM size, 2-station receipt and journal printer, 500-1000 PLU capacity depending on RAM size, daily/periodical memory capacities for financial and cashier data, and procedures for status clear, sales memory clear, and all memory clear operations.
1) The document provides instructions for setting up and using the Gigaset SL370/SL375 cordless telephone, which features a color display, directory, caller ID, SMS text messaging, and an answering machine (for the SL375 model).
2) Safety precautions are outlined, including warnings about battery disposal, medical device interference, hearing damage from holding the phone to the ear during ringing or handsfree use, and not installing the base station in bathrooms.
3) In addition to basic calling functions, the phone supports directory, caller ID, SMS text messaging, multiple handset use, and an answering machine (SL375 model).
This document provides instructions and information for setting up and using a Gigaset E455 SIM cordless telephone. It includes an overview of the handset and base station, instructions for installing the base station and charging the handset, how to make calls, use features like the directory and lists, text messaging, and the answering machine. It also covers using multiple handsets, handset and base station settings, and connecting the phone to a PBX system.
The document provides instructions for operating the TechniSat DIGIT MF4-K digital receiver. It includes sections on connections, initial installation, settings, basic functions like selecting channels and adjusting volume, as well as more advanced functions like programming the electronic program guide and setting parental controls. The document contains illustrations of the receiver and remote control, and provides troubleshooting tips and technical specifications.
This user's manual provides instructions for operating a projector, including identifying its main parts like the control panel, rear panel, and remote control. It describes how to set up the projector by connecting devices and arranging it properly. The manual also explains how to use the projector's various functions through its control panel, remote control, and on-screen menus.
This document provides information about the SG-80 and SG-81 motherboard series, including:
- Key features such as support for Intel Pentium 4 CPUs and SATA ports
- Layout diagrams showing the placement of connectors and components
- Descriptions of connectors, headers, and switches including power connectors, fan headers, CMOS memory clearing header, front panel connectors, USB ports, audio headers, expansion slots, and SATA/IDE connectors.
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The document is the user guide for the BT Synergy 3505 digital cordless telephone and answering machine. It provides instructions on setting up the device, including plugging in the power adapter and telephone line cord to the base unit and charging the handset batteries for 16 hours. It also outlines default settings for the answering machine and warns to not connect the telephone line until the handset is fully charged.
This document is a reference manual that provides more advanced information about features of the Tyros4 keyboard that are not explained in the owner's manual. It includes chapters that correspond to chapters in the owner's manual, covering topics like voices, styles, songs, multi pads, the music finder, registration memory, audio recording/playback, vocal harmony, mixing console, internet connection, connections to other devices, and global utility settings. The manual provides instructions and parameters for editing many of the Tyros4's functions in more detail than the owner's manual.
This user guide provides instructions for setting up and using the BT Halo home phone system. It includes directions for plugging in the base unit and charger, activating and charging the batteries, connecting the phone line, and walking through the setup wizard. The wizard helps pair a mobile phone to the BT Halo using Bluetooth to sync contacts and make calls. The guide then explains how to use the phone's various features like contacts, speed dial, calls list, answer machine, settings and Bluetooth functionality.
This document provides operating instructions for a DVD recorder. It begins with safety instructions and then provides a 3 page table of contents that summarizes the recorder's main features and sections of the manual. These include quick start recording, instant playback, scheduled recording, editing functions, on-screen menus, troubleshooting tips, and product warranty information.
1. The document provides overviews of the keys and features of the Gigaset S685/S675 IP handset and base station.
2. It describes how to set up and connect the devices, make basic calls, use directories, lists, text messaging and other communication features.
3. The document also provides information on settings for both the handset and base station, including display, volume, language options and restoring default configurations.
This document provides an overview and instructions for operating a Sony Solid-State Memory Camcorder. It covers identifying parts of the camcorder, setting up power supply and memory cards, adjusting viewfinder and lens settings, and using accessories like the IR remote commander. The document contains health and safety warnings as well as regulatory compliance statements.
The Sony DXC-D30 and DXC-D30WS are professional digital video cameras utilizing state-of-the-art digital signal processing technology for high picture quality and color accuracy. Both cameras offer features like auto white balance, auto exposure control, and customizable camera setup files to enhance ease-of-use. They can connect to a variety of analog and digital recording systems, including Sony's new DVCAM format, providing versatility for multi-system workflows.
This document provides an overview and operating guide for the Sony NEX-FS100E/FS100P/FS100EK/FS100PK interchangeable lens digital HD video camera recorder. It includes notes on proper use, handling, recording, playback, and troubleshooting. Safety tips are provided such as not holding the camera by certain parts, not recording the sun directly, and allowing the camera to cool if a temperature warning appears. Formatting recording media is recommended if images are not recording or playing back properly.
This document provides instructions for the GY-HM790U HD memory card camera recorder. It contains 17 important safety guidelines for using the product safely and properly, such as not placing the device near water, unplugging it during lightning storms, and referring servicing only to qualified personnel. The document also notes that only the "U" models have been evaluated by UL and provides serial number information fields.
This document summarizes the features of the SR-HD2500 Blu-ray & HDD combo recorder. It has an HD-SDI input/output that allows direct recording from HD-SDI sources to Blu-ray discs without saving to the internal 500GB HDD first. It supports various recording formats including MPEG-2 TS, H.264, and MOV files from JVC camcorders. Basic editing functions are available on the unit. It is optimized for professional applications like recording television broadcasts or events directly to Blu-ray discs for archiving and delivery to clients.
The document is the user manual for the AJA D4E Serial Digital Encoder. It provides an introduction and overview of the product, describing its key features such as SDI input/output, automatic NTSC/PAL selection, and test pattern generation. It also includes a block diagram, information on I/O connections, and details on the user interface DIP switches for configuration.
The document is a user guide and technical information manual for the 788T and 788T-SSD digital audio recorders. It provides details on connecting microphones and other audio sources, recording and playback functions, file management, and specifications. Key features include high-resolution digital audio recording, balanced analog and digital audio inputs and outputs, timecode support, and storage via internal hard drive, SSD, CompactFlash cards, or external FireWire drives.
The document provides specifications and service information for the Sony DVD player, receiver, and deck model HCD-GN1200D. It includes sections on specifications for the DVD player, tape deck, amplifier, tuner, and general sections. Diagrams are provided showing the block diagrams and schematics for the various components. Troubleshooting information is also given, with service codes explained. The document serves as a manual for servicing the device.
This document provides an overview of the Gigaset S680/S685 cordless phone. It describes the keys and features of the handset and base station. It provides instructions for making calls, using menus and lists, text messaging, and answering machine functions. It also covers settings, Bluetooth, and accessories. Safety precautions are included to only use the approved power adapter, batteries, and avoid certain areas with the phone due to risk of electric shock.
This document provides the programming manual for the TEC MA-1535-2 series electronic cash register. It outlines the main features of the hardware and software, including specifications. It also describes how to perform RAM clear, data clear, and status clear operations to reset the register's memory and sales data in various ways. The manual then details the different programming submodes and how to program various settings and parameters.
The document is a programming manual for the TEC electronic cash register Model MA-1350-1 series. It provides specifications for the register including hardware components, memory capacities, and describes various programming operations and status/memory clear functions. Key details include the register dimensions and weight, 32KB or 128KB RAM size, 2-station receipt and journal printer, 500-1000 PLU capacity depending on RAM size, daily/periodical memory capacities for financial and cashier data, and procedures for status clear, sales memory clear, and all memory clear operations.
1) The document provides instructions for setting up and using the Gigaset SL370/SL375 cordless telephone, which features a color display, directory, caller ID, SMS text messaging, and an answering machine (for the SL375 model).
2) Safety precautions are outlined, including warnings about battery disposal, medical device interference, hearing damage from holding the phone to the ear during ringing or handsfree use, and not installing the base station in bathrooms.
3) In addition to basic calling functions, the phone supports directory, caller ID, SMS text messaging, multiple handset use, and an answering machine (SL375 model).
This document provides instructions and information for setting up and using a Gigaset E455 SIM cordless telephone. It includes an overview of the handset and base station, instructions for installing the base station and charging the handset, how to make calls, use features like the directory and lists, text messaging, and the answering machine. It also covers using multiple handsets, handset and base station settings, and connecting the phone to a PBX system.
The document provides instructions for operating the TechniSat DIGIT MF4-K digital receiver. It includes sections on connections, initial installation, settings, basic functions like selecting channels and adjusting volume, as well as more advanced functions like programming the electronic program guide and setting parental controls. The document contains illustrations of the receiver and remote control, and provides troubleshooting tips and technical specifications.
This user's manual provides instructions for operating a projector, including identifying its main parts like the control panel, rear panel, and remote control. It describes how to set up the projector by connecting devices and arranging it properly. The manual also explains how to use the projector's various functions through its control panel, remote control, and on-screen menus.
This document provides information about the SG-80 and SG-81 motherboard series, including:
- Key features such as support for Intel Pentium 4 CPUs and SATA ports
- Layout diagrams showing the placement of connectors and components
- Descriptions of connectors, headers, and switches including power connectors, fan headers, CMOS memory clearing header, front panel connectors, USB ports, audio headers, expansion slots, and SATA/IDE connectors.
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The document is the user guide for the BT Synergy 3505 digital cordless telephone and answering machine. It provides instructions on setting up the device, including plugging in the power adapter and telephone line cord to the base unit and charging the handset batteries for 16 hours. It also outlines default settings for the answering machine and warns to not connect the telephone line until the handset is fully charged.
This document is a reference manual that provides more advanced information about features of the Tyros4 keyboard that are not explained in the owner's manual. It includes chapters that correspond to chapters in the owner's manual, covering topics like voices, styles, songs, multi pads, the music finder, registration memory, audio recording/playback, vocal harmony, mixing console, internet connection, connections to other devices, and global utility settings. The manual provides instructions and parameters for editing many of the Tyros4's functions in more detail than the owner's manual.
This user guide provides instructions for setting up and using the BT Halo home phone system. It includes directions for plugging in the base unit and charger, activating and charging the batteries, connecting the phone line, and walking through the setup wizard. The wizard helps pair a mobile phone to the BT Halo using Bluetooth to sync contacts and make calls. The guide then explains how to use the phone's various features like contacts, speed dial, calls list, answer machine, settings and Bluetooth functionality.
This document provides operating instructions for a DVD recorder. It begins with safety instructions and then provides a 3 page table of contents that summarizes the recorder's main features and sections of the manual. These include quick start recording, instant playback, scheduled recording, editing functions, on-screen menus, troubleshooting tips, and product warranty information.
1. The document provides overviews of the keys and features of the Gigaset S685/S675 IP handset and base station.
2. It describes how to set up and connect the devices, make basic calls, use directories, lists, text messaging and other communication features.
3. The document also provides information on settings for both the handset and base station, including display, volume, language options and restoring default configurations.
This document provides an overview and instructions for operating a Sony Solid-State Memory Camcorder. It covers identifying parts of the camcorder, setting up power supply and memory cards, adjusting viewfinder and lens settings, and using accessories like the IR remote commander. The document contains health and safety warnings as well as regulatory compliance statements.
The Sony DXC-D30 and DXC-D30WS are professional digital video cameras utilizing state-of-the-art digital signal processing technology for high picture quality and color accuracy. Both cameras offer features like auto white balance, auto exposure control, and customizable camera setup files to enhance ease-of-use. They can connect to a variety of analog and digital recording systems, including Sony's new DVCAM format, providing versatility for multi-system workflows.
This document provides an overview and operating guide for the Sony NEX-FS100E/FS100P/FS100EK/FS100PK interchangeable lens digital HD video camera recorder. It includes notes on proper use, handling, recording, playback, and troubleshooting. Safety tips are provided such as not holding the camera by certain parts, not recording the sun directly, and allowing the camera to cool if a temperature warning appears. Formatting recording media is recommended if images are not recording or playing back properly.
This document provides instructions for the GY-HM790U HD memory card camera recorder. It contains 17 important safety guidelines for using the product safely and properly, such as not placing the device near water, unplugging it during lightning storms, and referring servicing only to qualified personnel. The document also notes that only the "U" models have been evaluated by UL and provides serial number information fields.
This document summarizes the features of the SR-HD2500 Blu-ray & HDD combo recorder. It has an HD-SDI input/output that allows direct recording from HD-SDI sources to Blu-ray discs without saving to the internal 500GB HDD first. It supports various recording formats including MPEG-2 TS, H.264, and MOV files from JVC camcorders. Basic editing functions are available on the unit. It is optimized for professional applications like recording television broadcasts or events directly to Blu-ray discs for archiving and delivery to clients.
The document is the user manual for the AJA D4E Serial Digital Encoder. It provides an introduction and overview of the product, describing its key features such as SDI input/output, automatic NTSC/PAL selection, and test pattern generation. It also includes a block diagram, information on I/O connections, and details on the user interface DIP switches for configuration.
The Datavideo TLM-700 is a 7-inch LCD monitor with the following key features:
- It has two composite video inputs and can automatically detect NTSC and PAL signals.
- Individual controls for brightness, contrast, color, and tint (NTSC only).
- A wide viewing angle and high resolution 1440 x 234 pixel screen.
- Can be powered by a 12V adapter or regulated 12V supply, making it suitable for field use.
- Comes with a carrying case for protection during transport.
The document describes the LMD-1510W, a 15.6-inch LCD monitor designed for entry-level video applications. It has a WXGA resolution, 10-bit processor for accurate color reproduction, and high-purity color filter for excellent depth and saturation. Optional inputs include HDMI and HD-SDI/SD-SDI via adapters. Features include adjustable color temperature, gamma curve for grayscale accuracy, and safety markers. It provides cost-effective performance for moving image work through accurate color and grayscale.
The document summarizes two projector models, the VPL-FX40 and VPL-FE40, from Sony. Both projectors feature (1) exceptionally bright 4000 lumen output for large screens, (2) high resolution with the FX40 offering 1024x768 and the FE40 offering 1400x1050, and (3) Sony's 3LCD technology for bright, detailed, and color accurate images. The projectors also offer flexible installation, multiple connection options, digital keystone correction, and network projection capabilities.
The Sony PMW-400K is a shoulder-mount camcorder that records high quality 50Mbps MPEG-2 HD422 video onto SxS memory cards. It has three 2/3 inch Exmor CMOS sensors with 1920x1080 resolution that provide excellent image quality. The camcorder supports multiple recording formats including MPEG-2, XAVC, and DVCAM. It has various professional features such as 3D noise reduction, flash band compensation, and optional CBK-CE01 adapter for studio camera use. The PMW-400K model includes a 16x HD zoom lens and is designed for mobility in field production.
Be first on-air and first on-line with JVC's new GY-HM890E. This advanced 3-CMOS camera delivers pristine HD images to solid state memory while streaming via Wi-Fi or a plug-in GSM adapter.
The PMW-100 is Sony's first handheld camcorder that supports the 50 Mbps MPEG HD422 codec and has a 1/3" Exmor CMOS sensor. It can record for up to 4 hours and 50 minutes using two 64GB memory cards. The camcorder has a 10x zoom lens, records high quality audio, and has HD/SD-SDI output. It is positioned as a companion to Sony's PMW-500 shoulder mount camera and provides similar high resolution image quality in a smaller form factor.
The XF305/XF300 are professional camcorders that feature:
1) A 2.07 megapixel CMOS sensor, 18x optical zoom lens, and 3 CMOS sensors for recording video at resolutions up to 1920x1080 at frame rates of 60i, 30p, and 24p.
2) Recording options up to 50Mbps in 4:2:2 color sampling, with recording times that vary based on card size and bit rate.
3) Professional features for video and audio recording including ND filters, XLR audio inputs, timecode, custom picture settings, and more.
4) A 4-inch LCD monitor, electronic viewfinder, multiple connections
This document provides information on the JVC GY-HMZ1U 3D camcorder. It has twin lenses and back-illuminated CMOS sensors that can capture Full HD 3D video at 24p or 60i with high image quality. The camcorder supports various 3D recording formats including JVC's unique L/R Independent format as well as Side-by-Side. It comes with software to split 3D footage into separate left and right image files for 3D editing in NLE systems.
The document provides instructions for safely using an Edirol Video Mix/Live Switcher LVS-400. It explains how to connect peripheral video devices like cameras and DVD players to the inputs of the LVS-400. It also describes how to connect the LVS-400 outputs to a display and how to power the unit safely. The document contains important warnings for using the device properly to avoid potential safety hazards.
This document summarizes the specifications of the Sony BRC-Z700 HD 3CMOS colour video camera system. The BRC-Z700 uses 3 CMOS image sensors with a total resolution of 1.12 megapixels. It has HD and SD video outputs and supports PTZ control. Key features include a 20x optical zoom lens, 340 degree pan range, 16 presets, and remote control via RS-232C or RS-422 interfaces. It is suitable for applications like auditoriums, hospitals, and sporting events.
This document discusses Sony's XDCAM EX system, which offers compact flash memory-based HD recording. It introduces the PMW-EX1 camcorder, and then the new PMW-EX3 camcorder and PMW-EX30 deck. The system uses SxS PRO memory cards for non-linear recording, offering long recording times and file-based workflow benefits. Key features include 1080/720 resolution recording, interlace/progressive options, and MPEG-2 Long GOP compression for efficient HD image capture.
The document provides instructions for an HD camcorder. It begins with important warnings about safety, copyright, and FCC compliance. It then provides 3 sentences or less on each of the following sections: controls and connections, power supply, recording media, recording video, customization options like custom settings and buttons, and audio functions. The document is an instruction manual that concisely outlines the camcorder's key features and functions.
This document is a user guide and technical information manual for the Sound Devices 722 High Resolution Digital Audio Recorder. It provides an overview of the recorder's features and specifications. The table of contents lists sections that describe the recorder's front panel, displays, connectors, inputs, outputs, storage options, recording and playback functions, file formats, battery operation, and setup menu. It also includes specifications, declarations, and warranty information.
This document is the user guide and technical information for the Sound Devices 702T high resolution digital audio recorder. It provides details on:
- Operating the recorder including powering on, menu navigation, inputs/outputs, recording, playback and file management.
- Technical specifications of the recorder such as sampling rates, bit depths, file formats, time code features, and input/output connections.
- Information for advanced users including firmware updates, setup presets, and specifications.
This document is the user guide and technical information for the Sound Devices 702T high resolution digital audio recorder. It provides details on:
- Operating the controls and connectors on the recorder
- Menu navigation and settings for inputs, outputs, recording, playback and more
- Technical specifications for recording formats, storage media, battery life, and accessories
This document is a user guide and technical information manual for the Sound Devices 744T high resolution digital audio recorder. It provides details on operating the recorder such as menu navigation, connecting audio sources, setting recording parameters, and file management. The guide also describes the recorder's technical specifications.
This document is a user guide and technical information manual for the Sound Devices 744T high resolution digital audio recorder. It provides instructions on basic operation such as powering on the unit, navigating menus, connecting audio sources, routing inputs to tracks, selecting recording parameters, and setting up time code. The manual also describes the unit's controls and connectors as well as technical specifications.
This document is a user guide and technical information manual for the Sound Devices 744T high resolution digital audio recorder. It provides instructions on basic operation such as powering on the unit, navigating menus, connecting audio sources, routing inputs to tracks, selecting recording parameters, and setting up time code. The manual also describes the unit's controls and connectors as well as technical specifications.
The document is a user guide for the Sound Devices 302 compact production mixer. It provides an overview of the mixer's features and controls, including quick setup instructions. The guide describes the front panel controls and inputs/outputs, as well as how to power the mixer, set gain structures, monitor audio, and access the setup menu. It also includes specifications, warranty information, and declarations of conformity.
This document provides a user guide and technical information for the Sound Devices 302 compact production mixer. It includes quick start instructions, descriptions of the front panel controls and inputs/outputs, and specifications. The 302 is a portable battery-powered mixer for field production with 3 microphone/line inputs, headphone monitoring, and outputs to connect to cameras and recorders. It offers professional audio quality in a small and affordable package.
The document is a user guide for the Sound Devices 302 compact production mixer. It provides an overview of the mixer's features and controls, including quick setup instructions. The guide describes the front panel controls and inputs/outputs, as well as how to power the mixer, set gain structures, monitor audio, and access the setup menu. It also includes specifications, warranty information, and declarations of conformity.
The document provides information about registering the Sound Forge software, including registration steps, support contact information, and technical support options. Registering the software provides access to updates, promotions, and support. If internet access is unavailable, registration assistance is available by phone during business hours.
The document provides information about registering the Sound Forge software, including registration steps, support contact information, and technical support options. Registering the software provides access to updates, promotions, and support. If internet access is unavailable, registration assistance is available by phone during business hours.
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This manual provides service and reference information for IBM ThinkPad T20, T21, T22, and T23 notebook computers. It describes the product-specific service procedures, troubleshooting information, and product component replacement procedures. The manual is intended for trained service technicians who are familiar with ThinkPad products. Safety notices and instructions are included to ensure safe servicing of the devices.
The document provides information about the manuals that come with the Korg KROME music workstation. It includes a video manual, quick start guide, operation guide, parameter guide, and voice name list. The operation guide explains how to use the KROME's features, edit sounds, record in the sequencer, and more. The parameter guide details each parameter in the KROME. The document also outlines some conventions used in the manuals.
The document is an owner's manual for a Dell Inspiron 600m laptop. It contains safety instructions, information on setting up the laptop, using batteries and module bay devices, the keyboard and touchpad, multimedia features, networking, and troubleshooting. The manual provides guidance on proper usage and maintenance of the laptop as well as solutions to potential problems.
Bt paragon 450 User Guide from Telephones Online www.telephonesonline.co.ukTelephones Online
This user guide provides instructions for setting up and using the BT Paragon 450 corded telephone and answering machine. The document includes sections on setting up the device by inserting the backup battery, connecting the handset cord and telephone line cord to the base unit, and options for desk or wall mounting. It also outlines the buttons on the base unit, navigating the menu system, making calls, using the phonebook, caller ID features, answering machine functions, and other settings. Troubleshooting tips and technical specifications are provided at the end.
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The AV-HS410 is a live production switcher that provides:
1) High-end performance and functions in a compact body, including 9 video inputs, 6 outputs, chroma keying, transitions, and memory functions.
2) An intuitive user interface designed for live operation, with a built-in LCD monitor, memory preview, and multi-viewer display.
3) Expandability through optional input/output boards and a software development kit to add customized functions.
Panasonic AW-HE40SW/SK/HW/HK PTZ Camera with HD-SDI / HDMI OutputAV ProfShop
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The MCX-500 is an affordable multi-camera live production switcher that allows a single operator to mix up to 8 video sources plus titles for live events. It provides professional 3G-SDI, HDMI, and composite video inputs along with integrated recording to SD cards. The switcher offers features like chroma keying, transitions, picture-in-picture, and live streaming for engaging live productions and events. Controls are designed for intuitive single-operator use but can also be controlled remotely via tablet or PC.
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The document provides information on the JVC GY-HM620 HD/SD memory card camcorder. It summarizes the key features as having a 23x Fujinon lens, 3 full HD 1/3-inch CMOS sensors, and a FALCONBRID image processing engine for superior image quality. It records in multiple formats including MOV, MP4, and AVCHD and has dual SD card slots for simultaneous or relay recording. The camcorder offers various professional features such as XLR audio inputs, timecode sync, and HDMI and SDI outputs.
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This document provides an overview of the MS-2800 mobile video studio system and its components. It includes diagrams showing how the various components such as cameras, switchers, audio mixers, and monitors connect together via SDI and audio cables. Key components highlighted include the MS-2800A/B 12-channel mobile video switchers, DAC-60 SDI to VGA converters, AM-100 audio mixer, and NVS-20 video streaming server.
The document is a 2012-2013 product guide that describes the HS-2800, a 12-channel portable video studio. The HS-2800 features dual PIP and dual DSK inputs, 8 HD-SDI inputs and outputs, HDMI connectivity, and can be used with accessories like a 42" LCD monitor, digital video recorder, audio mixer, and WiFi bridging unit.
The Datavideo DVK-200 is a standalone chromakey solution that allows users to create virtual studio effects without complicated software. It supports connections from video, computer, and DVI sources and can key against blue, green, white, or black backgrounds. The DVK-200 has advanced key adjustments, input/output options, and can be controlled via RS-232. It is suitable for education, small studios, wedding videography, and other applications.
The Datavideo ITC-100 Intercom system provides clear communication between production crew members through an 8-channel intercom setup. It features a standard 1U rack design for easy integration into existing systems. Each channel supports talkback functions as well as dual color tally lights to indicate speaker status. Communication can occur between individuals or broadcast to all channels simultaneously from the director. The system helps coordinate camera operators, lighting, and more from a control room during live productions.
The RMC-180 is a PTZ camera control unit that can control up to 4 PTC-100 pan, tilt, and zoom cameras. It provides functions like iris, focus, preset positions, and tally indicators for each camera. The RMC-180 integrates easily with Datavideo SE-2000R and HS-2000 HD switchers and allows control over camera balance, noise reduction, and other settings from the switcher. It connects to PTZ cameras via RS-422 and can be controlled over IP through a network video server.
The document provides an overview of an audio/video system setup including various components such as a Datavideo SE-600 8-channel digital video switcher, TLM-170H 17.3" HD/SD LCD monitors, a DN-600 SD digital video recorder, ITC-100 intercom system, DAC-60 SDI to VGA converter, and NVS-20 H.264 video streaming server. The diagram outlines the connections between the components including video, audio, network, and control connections to integrate the system.
The document outlines an audio visual system setup including a 4-channel digital video switcher connected to 7-inch LCD monitors, an SD digital video recorder, and an H.264 video streaming server. The system allows for video and audio switching, recording, streaming, and intercom communication, and includes connections for cameras, projectors, and other peripheral devices. Tally lights indicate the active video and audio sources.
1. Atomos produces field monitor-recorders that allow video professionals to record directly from camera sensors to formats like Apple ProRes and Avid DNxHR on affordable HDD/SSD media. Their devices also function as professional monitors, playback devices, and basic editing tools.
2. The document highlights several Atomos product lines - the high-end Shogun Inferno, the mid-range Flame series including the Shogun Flame and Ninja Flame, and the entry-level Blade series. All are designed for professional recording, monitoring, and basic editing functions.
3. A case study describes how the Cloakroom Media production company used a Shogun Flame and N
The PXW-Z450 is a new 4K shoulder camcorder from Sony that records using the XAVC format. It has a newly developed 2/3-type Exmor RTM CMOS sensor that provides high quality 4K and HD images. The camcorder is compatible with a wide range of existing HD lenses through its B4 lens mount and also supports 4K lenses. It offers features such as low power consumption, wireless capabilities and flexible recording formats that make it suitable for live news gathering and television production in both 4K and HD.
Datavideo SE-2200 6 input HD broadcast quality switcherAV ProfShop
The document provides instructions and specifications for the SE-2200 production switcher. It includes a packing list, descriptions of the front and rear panels, explanations of connection types and ports, and instructions for operating keyboard controls and menu options. Dimensions and technical specifications are also provided.
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Driving Business Innovation: Latest Generative AI Advancements & Success StorySafe Software
Are you ready to revolutionize how you handle data? Join us for a webinar where we’ll bring you up to speed with the latest advancements in Generative AI technology and discover how leveraging FME with tools from giants like Google Gemini, Amazon, and Microsoft OpenAI can supercharge your workflow efficiency.
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Have you ever been confused by the myriad of choices offered by AWS for hosting a website or an API?
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For the upcoming meetup we are organizing, we have an exciting lineup of activities planned:
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-An update on the latest advancements in Power Grid -Model technology during the first and second quarters of 2024.
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1. 552
Five-Channel Portable Production Mixer
with Integrated Recorder
User Guide and Technical Information
firmware rev. 1.2
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Table of Contents
Quick Start Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Metering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Front Panel Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Meter Ballistics
VU
Rear Panel Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Peak
Left Panel Connectors and Controls . . . . . .11 Peak + Peak Hold
Right Panel Connectors and Controls . . . . .12 Peak + VU
Peak Hold + VU
Top and Bottom Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Zoom Metering
Voice Prompt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Input Activity LED
Input Setup and Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Headphone Peak LED
Mic/Line Selection Headphone Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Phantom Power Headphone Gain
Gain - Trim and Fader Relationship Headphone Source Selection
Input Trim Headphone Tones
Input Fader Record Start and Stop Tones
High-Pass Filter Playback Navigation Tones
Pan Control PFL (Channel Solo Monitor)
Input Polarity RTN A and B
Stereo Linking Split Ear Return Monitoring
Stereo Pair Linking
Powering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
MS Pair Linking
Internal Battery Powering
Input Muting
External Powering
Output Setup and Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Voltage Metering
Master Gain Control Power Consumption
Master Outputs
XLR
Slate Mic/Tone Oscillator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
TA3 Slate Microphone
Hirose 10-Pin Tone Oscillator
Direct Outputs Talk Back Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Tape Outputs Time of Day/Date Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Mono Mic Output Mixer Linking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
AES Digital Outputs
Linking 552 Mixers
Limiters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Linking to Other Mixers
LIM and LINK Linking to a 302 or 442
Digital Audio Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Linking to a MixPre
File Format Accessing the Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
WAV (Broadcast WAV) User Settings
MP3 Factory Default Settings
Bit Depth Setup Menu Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Bit Depth and Dynamic Range
Sampling Rate Front Panel Button Shortcuts . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Sampling Frequency and Audio Bandwidth Connector Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Recording Media Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Folder Structure
Block Diagram - Inputs and Outputs . . . . . . .47
File Naming
Automatic File Splitting Block Diagram - Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Recorder Controller Block Diagram - AES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
REC LED Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Record Mode
Wave Agent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Record Pause
Time Code CE Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Time Code to Track Warranty and Technical Support . . . . . . . . . .53
External Time Code Auto Record
Playback
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Welcome
Thank you for purchasing the 552 Mixer. It is the next evolutionary step in professional, portable
audio mixers. With a core design based on the legendary 442, it contains countless improvements
and added flexibility.
Developed with insight from the industry’s top audio engineers, the 552 Field Mixer encompasses
the audio performance, feature set, and mechanical construction demanded by those who rely on
audio gear for their livelihood. The 552 contains five high-performance microphone preamplifiers,
multiple outputs including AES outputs, comprehensive monitoring, and a high-quality built-in
audio recorder. Its input and output flexibility, including pre- or post- fade direct outputs on each
channel, make the 552 at home in small “run-and-gun” applications as well as large, multiple input
productions.
The 552 incorporates a complete feature-set into a compact, functional design. 552 features are ac-
cessible from the three main surfaces. The Setup Menu can be accessed at anytime to make changes
to various parameters. The highly efficient circuitry allows the mixer to be powered by either four
internal AA batteries or external 10-18 VDC.
With a two-track recorder on-board, sound mixers can rest assured that audio is being recorded lo-
cally. The 552 records polyphonic Broadcast Wave or MP3 files to removable, Secure Digital (SD) or
Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) cards.
The 552, like all Sound Devices professional audio products, is designed to withstand the physical
and environmental extremes inherent to field production. Its compact construction strikes the perfect
balance between performance, accessible controls, and durability.
Copyright Notice and Release
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LLC. SOUND DEVICES is not responsible for any use of this information.
SOUND DEVICES, LLC shall not be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses
incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or
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Microsoft Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer. Other
product and company names mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.
The sound waves logo is a registered trademark of Sound Devices, LLC.
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Quick Start Guide
This Quick Start Guide provides a brief overview for first use of the 552.
1) Connect power.
For internal powering from AA batteries, unscrew the battery cap (counter-clock-
wise), insert four AA batteries (not included) positive (+) side first into the battery
tube. Thread the battery cap back on (clockwise). For external powering, connect a
DC powering source (not included) to the DC connector on the Right Panel.
+ AA - + AA - + AA - + AA -
External Power Supply (not included)
2) Connect analog microphone or line sources to the XLR inputs.
552 Left Panel
Quickstart
3) Connect headphones to either the 1/4-inch or the 3.5 mm headphone outputs.
552 Right Panel
4) Power On the mixer.
Slide the power switch to the INT position to power the mixer from AA batteries.
Slide the power switch to the EXT position to power the mixer from external DC.
Slide left for Internal AA Battery
Slide right for External DC Power
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5) Set Input Type – Mic or Line Level.
To select an input to Mic or Line level, hold an input’s PFL switch, then slide the
SLATE MIC/TONE switch to the left. The input’s LINE LED illuminates blue when
set to line level and the LED is not illuminated when set to Mic level.
1) Hold the Input’s PFL. 2) Slide the SLATE MIC/TONE switch left.
6) Apply Phantom Power to an input.
The 552 supplies 48 V to inputs set to receive phantom power (PH). Phantom pow-
er can be set to 12 V in the Setup Menu. To apply phantom power, hold an input’s
PFL switch, then slide the SLATE MIC/TONE switch to the right. The input’s PH
LED illuminates blue when phantom power is applied.
Quickstart
1) Hold the Input’s PFL. 2) Slide the SLATE MIC/TONE switch right.
7) Select a headphone monitor mode using the Headphone Selector.
MS ST Stereo MS (mid-side)
Right Program R
Left Program L REC Source Recording Source
Mono (summed left and right) M
Stereo (Left and Right) ProgramST
MS Monitor Modes are useful to listen to left/right stereo when M and S signals are routed. When
inputs are linked as an MS pair in the Setup Menu use the ST (Stereo program) monitor mode; this will
already contain the decoded MS Stereo signal.
8) Set the headphone level.
Turn the Headphone Controller to set headphone levels. The currently selected
headphone level is briefly indicated on the right output meter when the Head-
phone level control is turned.
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9) Set Input Faders in use to unity gain (0 dB or 12 o’clock).
Faders not used should be set to off (full counter-clockwise position).
10) Set Input Trim Levels.
Push to release the recessed Trim (gain) Control. Turn the Trim Control clockwise to
raise the level of the input. Once the gain has been set, push the Trim Control again
to recess the control and remove it from the mixing surface. Use the Input Fader to
make fine level adjustments.
Quickstart
11) Route each input to either Left or Right Outputs using the Input Pan Control.
Push to release the recessed Pan Control. Turn counter-clockwise to send the input
to the Left Output and turn clockwise to send it to the Right Output. Once the pan
has been set, push the Pan Control again to recess the control and remove it from
the mixing surface.
12) Set High-Pass Filters and Limiters.
Set the High-Pass Filter using the control adjacent to the Trim Control (full counter-
clockwise position is off). Activate the Limiters using the switch adjacent to the
Master Output Gain Control (Lim (dual Mono) Link (Stereo) applies to all inputs
and outputs).
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13) Adjust LED Meter brightness.
Press and hold the Battery Check button while turning the Headphone Controller.
14) Check Internal and External power levels.
Press the Battery Check button to display the internal and external power levels
on the Output Meter LEDs. The internal AA battery level is displayed on the left
meter and external DC voltage level is displayed on the right meter.
15) Connect the 552 analog outputs to the next device in the signal chain (audio
recorder, wireless transmitter, or camera).
Output levels are set (Line, -10, Mic) using the respective output’s attenuation
switch.
552 Right Panel
16) Set the next device’s input sensitivity to receive the supplied signal.
Quickstart
17) Activate the 552’s Tone Generator.
Slide the SLATE MIC/TONE switch to the TONE position. Tone latches on if the
switch is held for two seconds; slide right again to turn off. A 1 kHz tone is gener-
ated and is sent out at 0 dB (level and frequency are menu-adjustable).
Slide left for Slate Mic
Slide right for Tone.
18) Adjust the input gain on the next device accordingly.
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Voice Prompt
The 552 features a Synthetic Voice for Enhanced Navigation, or SVEN. SVEN provides spoken word
feedback when Setup Menu features are adjusted. He is designed to simplify control and provide
important information to the user. Additionally, SVEN provides status information about the digital
audio recorder and time and date information. SVEN is routed only to the headphone outputs.
19) Setting the Time and Date.
Press and hold the Battery Check button for the mixer to announce in headphones
the current time and date. If the setting spoken back in headphones is incorrect see
Time of Day/Date Clock section of the 552 User Guide.
20) Insert an SD memory card into the back panel SD Slot.
Remove the protective rubber cover to access the SD memory card slot. Insert the
SD card into the slot until it sits securely in the slot. The card should glide smoothly
into the slot. Do not use excessive force when inserting the card and make certain
that the electrical contacts are facing downwards. Push on the card to remove it.
21) Controlling the Integrated Digital Recorder.
The Recorder Controller is used to initiate the Record, Stop, Playback, Rewind, Fast
Quickstart
Forward functions as well as to navigate through recorded files.
Push up to begin recording.
Push left to load the previous file. Push right to load the next file.
Push left to Rewind during playback. Push right to Fast Forward during playback.
Press in to Pause/Stop
Push down to playback the last recorded file or loaded file.
22) Making Changes in the Setup Menu.
The 552 has many features that are accessed through its Setup Menu. For details on
entering and controlling the Setup Menu see Accessing the Setup Menu section in
the 552 User Guide.
23) Power Down the Mixer.
Slide the power switch to the center position to power down. All settings are saved
to EEPROM and will be saved and recalled upon next power on whether or not the
unit is powered or has batteries.
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Front Panel Descriptions
All 552 settings are accessed and controlled from the Front Panel. This allows the unit to be placed in
a production bag while having complete control of the unit.
1 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23
2 3 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
1) Input Fader 5) Input Signal LED
Primary control for adjusting the level Indicates input signal activity. LEDs il-
of an input during operation. Ranges luminate in various colors and intensi-
from Off to +15 dB. Nominal setting is ties to show signal level and activity.
in the middle (0 dB). Green = signal presence (pre-fader),
yellow = limiter activity (pre- and post-
2) Gain (Trim) fade) also flashes when solo is latched
Coarse input gain control. Sets the on, red = signal overload/clipping
initial input sensitivity level so that the (pre- and post-fade) also solid when
Input Fader can be used for fine gain input is muted. See Metering.
adjustments. Range is from +22 dB to
+72 dB. See Input Setup and Control. 6) Mic/Line LED
Illuminates blue to indicate an input is
3) High-Pass Filter Control set to Line level. To toggle between Mic
Adjusts corner (-3 dB) frequency of and Line settings, hold the input PFL
high-pass filter. Full counter-clockwise then slide the Slate Mic/Tone Switch to
position (detented) deactivates the the Slate position.
High-Pass Filter. Range is 80-240 Hz,
12 dB/oct to 6 dB/oct. See Input Setup 7) PH/Phantom LED
and Control. Illuminates blue to indicate an input’s
phantom power is on. To toggle phan-
4) PFL/Input Solo Switch tom power on and off, hold the selected
Pre-Fade Listen. Sends the input’s input’s PFL switch then slide the Slate
pre-fade signal to headphones for solo Mic/Tone switch to the Tone position.
monitoring, troubleshooting, and gain Phantom power voltage can be set to
setting. Does not affect Master Output 12 or 48 V (48 V is Factory Default).
signal. Slide the switch left to activate, Phantom voltage is set in the Setup
and again to deactivate. For momen- Menu. The phantom power voltage is
tary action, hold the switch left for one applied across all inputs with the PH
second or longer. The Input Signal Ac- LED illuminated.
tivity LED flashes yellow when an in-
put’s PFL is latched on. The Input PFL 8) MS LED
Switch is also used to make changes to Inputs 1, 2 and 3, 4 can be linked as an
several input settings. See Input Setup MS pair. When a pair is linked, the MS
and Control. and LINK LED illuminate blue. Stereo
linking configurations are selected in
the Setup Menu. See Stereo Linking.
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9) Link LED 16) Recorder Controller
Illuminates blue when Inputs are linked Controls the Integrated Digital Re-
as a stereo pair. Stereo linking configura- corder. Record Mode is enabled in the
tions are selected in the Setup Menu. See Setup Menu. When enabled, push up
Stereo Linking. to Record, press in to Pause/Stop, push
down to Play, push left to Rewind, push
10) Input Pan right to Fast Forward. See Digital Audio
Controls the Left/Right balance of the Recorder.
input signal to the outputs.
17) Record LED
11) Input Polarity (Inputs 2 and 4 only) Indicates the status of the recording me-
Illuminates blue when the Input’s polar- dia. The LED is off when the recorder is
ity is reversed. To toggle the state of the in standby mode. Flashes yellow when
input polarity, hold the selected input’s no SD card is inserted. Illuminates solid
PFL then press the Battery Check button. red while recording, flashes red when
record is pending. Illuminates solid
12) Zoom LED green while in playback mode. Flashes
Illuminates blue when the Output Meter green while playback is paused. Illumi-
is in Zoom Mode. Zoom Mode allows nates solid yellow when media is busy.
the user to view higher resolution in the The LED is off when recorder is off.
0 to +20 dBu range on the Output Meter.
To toggle Zoom on and off, press in on 18) Slate/Tone LED
the Headphone Controller. The Zoom Illuminates yellow when either the slate
Function is defeated in the Setup Menu mic or tone is latched on.
Function Meter Ballistics. See Metering.
19) Slate Mic/Tone Switch
13) Time Code LED Slide left to activate the Slate Micro-
Time Code is selected from the Setup phone, slide again to deactivate. For
Menu. When on, the LED flashes blue momentary action hold for one second
when Time Code is active but not being or longer. Slide Slate Mic/Tone switch
received The LED Illuminates solid blue right to activate the Tone Oscillator. Tone
when the unit is receiving valid time will latch if held for 2 seconds or longer,
code. Time Code is connected to the slide again to deactivate. This switch
RTN B TA3 connector and is stamped to also functions as input type and phan-
files generated by the 552’s recorder. See tom power select. See Tone Oscillator/
Time Code. Slate Mic. See also Talk Back for additional
features.
14) AES Out LED
Illuminates blue when one or more of 20) Limiter LED
the AES outputs is active. See Digital Each Output has its own Limiter LED.
Outputs. The LEDs Illuminate yellow when the
Output Limiter is active. See Output
15) Output Meter Limiter.
Multi -segment LED output meter. Scale
is normally -30 dBu to +20 dBu. In Zoom 21) Power LED
Mode, scale changes from 0 dBu to When powering with internal AA bat-
+20 dBu. To engage Zoom mode, press teries, the LED illuminates green when
in on the Headphone Controller. See the 552 is on, turns yellow when low
Metering. voltage point is reached, and flashes
red when voltage reaches a critical level
and batteries should be changed. When
powering with external DC, the LED
illuminates green when the 552 is on,
flashes red when voltage drops below
the set threshold. See Powering.
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Front Panel Descriptions cont.
1 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23
2 3 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
22) Power Switch 27) RTN A/B Switch
Three-position slide switch, selects be- Two-position momentary switch. Slide
tween internal battery power or external left for RTN A headphone monitoring,
DC sources, middle position is Off. slide right for RTN B headphone moni-
toring. Slide again to deactivate. For mo-
23) Battery Check Button mentary action, hold for one second or
Press to display internal and external longer. While holding the return switch,
voltage levels on the Output Meter. turn the Headphone Controller to adjust
Secondary function acts as shift key for RTN A and RTN B levels. When time
various front panel features. Press and code is active, the TA3 input is used ex-
hold to announce card space available clusively for time code. The 3.5 mm jack
and current time and date. functions normally. See Return and also
RTN Loopback and Time Code.
24) Master Output Level Control
Controls the overall signal level of the 28) Monitor Selection Switch
Master Stereo Outputs. Adjustable from Selects program sent to the headphone
off to +6 dB. See Outputs. monitor. ST = stereo program, M =
mono summed mix of Left and Right
25) Limiter Switch program, L = mono mix of Left program,
Activates both Input and Output Limit- R = mono mix of Right program, MS
ers. When LIM is selected, the Output ST = decoded MS Stereo, REC Source =
Limiters act independently on the Left program routed to the recorder (AES A).
and Right Outputs. When LINK is See Headphones.
selected, the Output Limiters are linked
and limiting is applied evenly across the 29) Headphone Peak LED
Stereo Outputs. See Limiter. Illuminates red when the headphone
monitor is approaching clip levels.
26) RTN A/B LED
Indicates the activity for each return 30) Headphone Controller
input. The LEDs illuminate in various Controls headphone gain. Secondary
colors and intensities to indicate the be- functions include Setup Menu control,
havior of the return signals. Green = re- Zoom Mode, LED Brightness adjust-
turn signal presence, Red = return signal ment, and Return levels control.
overload/clipping, Yellow = the monitor
return is latched on. When time code is
active, the TA3 input is used exclusively
for time code. The 3.5 mm jack functions
normally. See Return.
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Rear Panel Descriptions
1 2
1) SD Slot 1) Factory Programming Port
Protective rubber cover for SD (Secure Mini USB port used for initial factory
Digital) memory card slot. Insert the programming. This connection has no
SD/SDHC card into the slot until it sits user function.
securely in the slot. The card should
glide smoothly into the slot. To remove
the card, push to eject. MMC and SDXC
cards are not supported.
Left Panel Connectors and Controls
1
2
1) Analog Inputs Channels 1-5 2) Analog Direct Outputs
Transformer-balanced analog micro- Balanced direct outputs on TA3 con-
phone- or line-level inputs 1-5 on XLR nectors. Slate Mic and Tone signals
connectors. Pin 1 = Ground; pin 2 = Hot appear at the direct outputs. Direct
(+); pin 3 = Cold (-). For unbalanced output signal is pre- or post-fader and
inputs, tie pin 1 and pin 3 together = level is selected in the Setup Menu be-
ground, pin 2 = positive. Make cer- tween Line, -10, and Mic levels. Pin 1 =
tain phantom power is off when using Ground; pin 2 = Hot (+); pin 3 = Cold (-)
unbalanced inputs. See Input Setup and float pin 3 to unbalance.
Control.
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Right Panel Connectors and Controls
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10 11 12 13 14
1) Mono Mic Out 8) Tape Output
Unbalanced mono mic-level output on Unbalanced tape-level stereo output
3.5 mm female connector, designed to on TA3 connector. Pin 1 = Ground,
connect to wireless IFB transmitters or pin 2 = Left, pin 3 = Right.
transcription recorders. Tip = Hot (+),
Sleeve = Ground. 9) Link I/O
Used to link additional Sound Devices
2) Tape Out 552, 302, 442, or MixPre mixers. See
Unbalanced stereo output on 3.5 mm Mixer Linking.
female connector. Sleeve = Ground,
Tip = Left, Ring = Right. 10) Headphone Outputs
1/4-inch and 3.5 mm stereo connectors,
3) RTN B In drive headphones from 8-2000 ohm
Unbalanced stereo 3.5 mm female con- impedances. 3.5 mm connection can be
nector for Return B audio input. Sleeve set in the Setup Menu as an independent
= Ground, Tip = Left, Ring = Right. See boom operator send. See Talk Back Mode.
RTN B and RTN Loopback Mode.
11) XLR Output Level
4) 10-Pin Output Level Switch Sets the nominal output level for the
Selects the Hirose 10-Pin Output level Left and Right XLR Master Output to
between Line, -10, or Mic levels. Line, -10, or Mic levels.
5) 10-Pin Master Outputs and Return A 12) XLR Master Outputs
10-pin connector includes second master Transformer-balanced analog out-
output (transformer-isolated from the puts on standard 3-pin XLR connec-
XLR outputs) and unbalanced stereo tors. Pin 1 = Ground; pin 2 = Hot (+);
Return A. Can be set to send out AES pin 3 = Cold (-). Unbalance by tieing
digital signals. See AES Digit Outputs. pin 3 to pin 1. Can be set to send AES3
digital signals in the Setup Menu. See
6) RTN B / TC Input AES Digit Outputs.
Unbalanced stereo input for Return B
audio and Time Code input on TA3 con- 13) Battery Compartment
nector. RTN B wiring pin 1 = Ground, Holds four AA batteries required for
pin 2 = Left, pin 3 = Right. Time Code internal powering. Accepts Lithium,
wiring pin 1 and 3 = ground, pin 2 = Hot Alkaline, and NiMH rechargeable cells.
(+). See Time Code.
14) DC Input
7) TA3 Master Outputs Accepts DC voltages from 10–18 V for
Line, -10, or Mic level selected in the mixer powering. Pin 1 = Negative (–),
Setup Menu. Pin 1 = Ground, pin 2 = pin 4 = Positive (+). Ext DC is complete-
Hot (+), pin 3 = Cold (-) float pin 3 to ly isolated (floating) from the rest of the
unbalance. circuitry.
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Top and Bottom Panels
1 2
1) Top and Bottom Panels 2) Product Badge
Made of molded carbon fiber, this highly The product badge on the bottom panel
specialized composite has nearly identi- can be covered with a customized iden-
cal strength-to-weight properties as tity tag. The label place holder on the
die-cast magnesium. Additionally, the bottom panel conforms to the 4” x 1.33”
material also has the natural RF shield- Avery label #5162 standard. Third party
ing abilities similar to aluminum. software for Avery label #5162 templates
are available online.
Voice Prompt
The 552 features a Synthetic Voice for Enhanced Navigation, or SVEN. SVEN provides spoken word
information in headphones when Setup Menu features are adjusted. SVEN is designed to simplify
control and provide important information to the user. Additionally, SVEN provides status informa-
tion about the digital audio recorder and time and date information. SVEN is sent only to the head-
phone outputs. If Talk Back Mode is selected, SVEN only appears on the 1/4” headphone output. See
Talk Back for details.
The 3.5 mm headphone output does not receive SVEN announcements when Talk Back Mode is active.
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The following information is reported by the SVEN.
Function Description
Card Space Available Press and hold the Battery Check button to announce the remaining card space available. SVEN
automatically announces remaining record time at 15, 10, 5, and 2 minutes remaining.
Time and Date Continue to hold the Battery Check button after Card Space Available announcement to hear the
current time and date.
Time Date Set Hold Input 5’s PFL then press the Battery Check button and the Headphone Controller to enter
Time Date Set. The unit of time and each value is announced when turning Headphone Controller.
Setup Menu Navigation While in the Setup Menu, the current Function or Option is announced with each turn of the
Headphone Controller.
Playback Navigation Announces the file number of the selected file. If navigating through folders, SVEN announces the
selected daily folder.
Media Busy Indication “Media Busy” is announced if the SD card is not available to respond to a command.
Full SD Card “Full SD Card” is announced when there is no space remaining on the SD card and a record com-
mand has been given.
Record Mode Off “Record Mode Off” is announced if the recorder receives a command and the recorder is disabled
in the Setup Menu.
Next File Press the Recorder Controller in stand-by mode to announce the file number of the next take to
be recorded.
Input Setup and Control
The 552’s inputs consist of five, full-featured preamplifiers. Each input has a wide gain range to ac-
commodate nearly all signal types of microphone and line. The 552 easily accepts signals from low-
sensitivity ribbon and dynamic microphones, medium-level wireless and condenser mic outputs,
and “hot” line-level signals.
The XLR inputs of the 552 are transformer-balanced. The isolation characteristics of transformers are
superior to other balancing techniques and are ideal for the hostile and uncontrolled environments
of field production. Transformers provide galvanic isolation from the driving source, meaning there
is no direct electrical connection. Signals are “transformed” magnetically. The input transformers in
the 552 use premium magnetic core material to achieve high signal-handling-capability (especially at
low frequencies) while keeping distortion to a minimum. Because of their inherently-high common
mode impedance, transformers are unrivaled by any other type of input for common-mode noise
rejection.
The inputs of the 552 can be used as balanced or unbalanced. To unbalance, tie pin-3 to pin-1 of the
XLR connector. There is no change in gain between unbalanced and balanced connections into the
552.
Mic/Line Selection
Two input modes are available, Mic and Line . When Line is selected the LINE LED is illuminated.
Taking into account all gain stages, the 552 has 93 dB of available gain from Mic input to Line output.
When inputs are set to the LINE position, the input sensitivity is reduced by 40 dB.
The selected channel is set to receive a line level input when the Line LED adjacent to the input’s PFL
is illuminated. To toggle between Mic/Line levels, hold the respective input’s PFL and then slide the
Slate Mic/Line switch to the Slate position.
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1) Hold the Input’s PFL. 2) Slide the SLATE MIC/TONE switch left.
Phantom Power
Phantom powering is a fixed DC voltage of either 12 or 48 Volts. This voltage is resistively applied to
pin 2 and pin 3 of an input’s XLR connector, relative to pin 1. In this configuration, there is no volt-
age difference between signal pins 2 and pin 3.
The phantom voltage is selectable between 12 and 48 Volts in the Setup Menu. The selected voltage
level applies to all inputs with phantom power enabled. Phantom power voltage is 48V at factory
default. See Setup Menu.
Phantom power can be activated individually for each input. To enable or disable phantom pow-
er, press and hold the respective input’s PFL switch then momentarily slide the Slate Mic/Tone
switch to the Tone position. The respective input’s PH LED illuminates when phantom is enabled.
1) Hold the Input’s PFL. 2) Slide the SLATE MIC/TONE switch right.
Phantom power is only applied to inputs set for Mic level at factory default. Phantom Power can be
applied to inputs set to Line- and Mic-Level in the Setup Menu. This is useful when using micro-
phones in high SPL environments.
Make certain to disable phantom power with Line-level output devices that are susceptible to damage
from DC.
The 552 can provide up to 10 mA to each input at 48 V, sufficient for the most power-hungry con-
denser microphones. Many phantom powered microphones do not require 48 V and can be properly
powered with 12 V. When acceptable, use 12 V phantom to extend the 552’s battery life.
If Phantom Power is not required, for instance with dynamic microphones, it is best practice to dis-
able it. Phantom power can capacitively couple noise into the mic inputs with poor mic cables. When
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disabled, no voltage is applied to the microphone input. Do not apply power to ribbon microphones,
improperly wired cables can permanently damage the microphone.
Gain - Trim and Fader Relationship
The gain of an input is adjusted by two controls, Input Trim and Input Fader. This two-stage archi-
tecture is identical the to topology of mixing consoles and provides a great deal of flexibility. Input
Trim is often thought of as a course gain control and the Input Fader as the fine gain control.
Input Trim
The 552’s input sensitivity is set with the pop-up knob Trim control. With the Input Fader set to unity
gain (0 dB or 12 o’clock), make the appropriate adjustments using the Trim control. Once the coarse
gain is set to the desired level, recess the Trim control to hide it from the 552’s mixing surface. Trim
level is adjustable from 22 to 72 dB of gain.
Input Fader
The Input Fader is the primary control used during mixing operation. Use the Input Fader to make
fine gain adjustments during operation. The fader can be attenuated from off (full counter-clockwise
position) to +15 dB above the set Trim level (full clockwise position). To optimize gain structure for
the best noise performance operate input faders at or near the 0 dB (unity gain) position.
High-Pass Filter
Each input channel has an adjustable high-pass filter controlled by the High-Pass Filter pop-up knob.
High-pass (or low-cut/low roll-off) filters are useful for removing excess low frequency energy from
audio signals. Wind noise is a common unwanted low frequency signal that can be reduced with
the use of a high-pass filter. For most audio applications engaging the high-pass filter is beneficial,
because audio information below 100 Hz is rarely used, especially for speech reproduction.
The 552’s high-pass filter circuit features an adjustable corner (-3 dB) frequency over a range from 80
to 240 Hz. Below 80 Hz, the filter’s slope is 12 dB/octave. At higher corner frequency settings, the
slope is 6 dB/octave. See Specifications. The purpose for this compound slope is to give additional
roll-off at the 80 Hz setting to reduce wind noise and low frequency rumble. The higher settings can
be used to counteract the proximity effect of directional microphones where a more gentle slope is
desired.
When engaged or disengaged, the high-pass filter gradually fades into the selected state. This pre-
vents sudden obvious pops in the audio.
The 552’s high-pass filter circuit is unique because of its placement before any electronic amplifica-
tion. Most mixer’s high-pass filter circuits are placed after the microphone preamplifier, such that all
of the low-frequency signals get amplified. By virtue of the 552’s circuit cutting the low-frequency
signals before amplification, higher headroom is achieved in the presence of signals with significant
low-frequency energy.
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When possible, attempt to equalize at the sound source with microphone selection, placement,
windscreens, and onboard microphone filtering. Many microphones have on-board high pass filters.
Use the high-pass filters on the 552 in conjunction with the microphone’s filter to increase the filter’s
slope.
The filter can be removed from the circuit completely by moving the high-pass filter control to the
full counter-clockwise (detented) position. The high-pass filter potentiometer can be adjusted easily
and then recessed to hide it from the mixing surface.
Pan Control
The pop-up knob control routes inputs to the left and right output buses. For most applications, a
channel will be panned either hard-left, hard-right, or center. The pan pot has a detent in the center
position. After setting the pan, the pan control can be recessed to hide it from the mixing surface dur-
ing normal operation.
Input Polarity
The polarity (sometimes referred to as a phase inversion) of inputs 2 and 4 can be reversed. Polarity
reversal is used to compensate for incorrectly wired balanced cables, to prevent signal cancellation
when a source is dual-miked from opposite directions, or to reverse left/right with MS microphones.
To toggle between normal and reverse polarity, activate the respective input’s PFL then press the
Battery Check Button. When the front panel Input Polarity LED is lit, the polarity is reversed on that
channel.
1) Hold the Input’s PFL. 2) Press the Battery Check Button.
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Stereo Linking
The Stereo Link feature allows two pairs of 552 inputs to be linked as stereo pairs. These are inputs
1,2 and inputs 3,4. In the Setup Menu inputs can either be linked as either a Stereo Pair or an MS
Stereo Pair. Input Linking is indicated by the odd channel’s (1 and 3) LINK LED. When an input pair
is linked as an MS pair, both the Link and MS LEDs will be lit.
Stereo Pair Linking
When Stereo Linking, input channels 1 and 2 and/or channels 3 and 4 act as a single stereo pair, con-
trolled by the odd channel’s Fader. The odd channel’s Pan control acts as the balance control between
left and right. The even channel’s Fader and Pan controls are not active when inputs are linked. The
Trim control and High-Pass Filters continue to act independently of each other. When linked, the
channel’s Input Limiters are also linked. When inputs are linked as a stereo pair the odd input’s Link
LED is illuminated.
MS Pair Linking
When Linking inputs as an MS pair, channels 1 and 2 and/or channels 3 and 4 are linked as an MS
pair. The odd input (1 and 3) is the Mid signal and the even input (2 and 4) is the Side signal. The
odd channel’s Pan Control functions as a left/right balance control for the matrixed MS signal. The
even channel’s Fader and Pan controls are disabled. Each channel’s Trim control and high-pass filter
continue to act independently of each other. Use channels 1 and 2’s Trim controls to vary the Mid
and Side levels respectively. When linked, the Input Limiters are also linked. When inputs are linked
as an MS pair the odd input’s Link and MS LEDs will illuminate blue.
Input Muting
Any input can be removed from the mix so that its signal is not sent to the master left and right out-
puts. An input that is removed from the mix in this way is still present in the direct output and the
isolated input selections for AES A source. See AES Digital Outputs fr details.
1) Press in on the headphone controller 2) Press the input’s PFL.
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Output Setup and Control
The 552 has stereo output bus that feeds multiple outputs. Additionally, each 552 input has its own
direct output. This output flexibility is essential for complex, multi-camera productions.
Master Gain Control
The Master Gain Control adjusts the overall output level of the left and right outputs. The gain range
of the Master Gain Control is from Off to +6 dB of gain. For most applications the Master control
should be set at the unity gain (0) position. The master gain is on a pop-up knob so it can be set and
hidden from the main surface. It is best practice to hide the Master Gain Control so that inadvertent
adjustments are avoided.
Master Outputs
The master outputs consist of three sets of connectors XLR, TA3, and Hirose 10-pin. The XLR and 10-
pin outputs are transformer-balanced, each driven from their own transformer windings for excel-
lent isolation. Each output can be independently set to Line (+4 dBu nominal), -10, or Mic level (40
dB of attenuation versus Line). The master outputs are capable of driving long cable runs.
XLR
The XLR outputs are generally used as analog outputs but can be selected for AES3. At Factory
Default, the XLR Outputs are analog. Each XLR connector is configured in the Setup Menu to output
an AES3 digital signal. See AES Digital Outputs for details. When set as analog, the XLR labeled L will
output the Left program, XLR labled R will output the Right program. Each output can be set to
output at Line, -10, or Mic levels using the adjacent level switches.
TA3
The TA3 master outputs, located above the XLR Master Outputs, are an additional set of master
outputs. These outputs are active-balanced and can be used as either balanced or unbalanced. The
output level is set between Line, -10, and Mic levels from the Setup Menu. At Factory default, the
output level of the TA3 Master Outputs is Line Level.
Hirose 10-Pin
The 10-Pin outputs are used as either analog or digital outputs. At Factory Default, the 10-Pin Out-
puts are analog. Each output is configured in the Setup Menu to output an AES digital signal. See
AES Digital Outputs for details.
The Hirose 10-Pin connector contains balanced analog Left and Right outputs. The output level is
selectable between Mic, -10, and Line levels using the level switches located directly below the con-
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nector. The Hirose 10-Pin also includes an unbalanced stereo return (RTN A) input for headphone
monitoring. The Sound Devices XL-10 Breakout Cable is an available accessory that provides easy
access to the balanced outputs and stereo RTN A connection of the 10-pin Hirose connector. See RTN
and Connector Pin Assignments for details about the Hirose Multi-Pin connector.
Direct Outputs
Each input channel has its own balanced TA3 Direct Output connection. These outputs are used to
send the isolated channel’s audio to another destination. The Direct Output signal is menu-selectable
as either pre- or post-fader. When activated, the Slate Microphone and Tone Oscillator signals are
also sent to the Direct Outputs. The nominal output level is selectable in the Setup Menu as Mic, -10,
or Line level. See Setup Menu.
Tape Outputs
Tape Outputs are typically used to interface with consumer devices such as MiniDisc and compact
transcription recorders. The 552 includes two unbalanced tape level outputs, a TA3 connector and
a 3.5 mm jack. These two connectors are resistively in parallel and are isolated from the balanced
outputs.
Tape Outputs, by default, send the Left and Right stereo program. Using the RTN Loopback func-
tion, the Tape outputs can be used to send the incoming RTN A or RTN B signals directly to receiving
devices. See RTN Loopback for more details.
Mono Mic Output
The Mono Mic Output is a summed mix of the left and right output channels. The 3.5 mm female
connector outputs a mono, mic-level signal intended for connection with portable transcription
recorders and wireless IFB transmitters.
Using the RTN Loopback function, the Mono Mic output can be used to send the incoming RTN A or
RTN B signals directly to receiving devices. See RTN Loopback for more details.
AES Digital Outputs
Each of the XLR or 10-pin Hirose outputs can be configured in the Setup Menu to output AES3
digital signals. The front panel AES Out LED is lit when one or both of the XLR or the 10-Pin outputs
are selected as digital outputs. The Left XLR or 10-pin output contains the two-channel AES A pair,
the Right XLR or 10-pin output contains the two-channel AES B pair. The selected output connector’s
Level Switch should be set to Line when using it as a Digital Output. In the Setup Menu, the fol-
lowing routings can be sent to each one of the AES pairs. Program before the comma appears on the
left-side of the AES Output and program after the comma appears on the right.
• Left Program, Right Program • Channel 1 Pre-Fade, Left Program
• Channel 1, Channel 2 Pre-Fade • Ch 1 Pre-Fade, Left Right Program
• Channel 1, Channel 2 Post-Fade (AES A Only)
• Channel 3, Channel 4 Pre-Fade • Ch 5 Pre-Fade, Left Right Program
• Channel 3, Channel 4 Post-Fade (AES B Only)
• Channel 5 Pre-Fade, Left Program
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To route the desired program to AES A follow the steps below.
1. Enter the Setup Menu. Press and hold the Battery Check button then press the Headphone Controller.
2. Navigate to the Setup Menu Function AES A Source (-10 LED on the Left Meter). Turn the Headphone
Controller to move through Setup Menu Functions. SVEN announces each function as you step through
the menu.
3. Enter the Setup Menu Function AES A Source (-10). Press the Headphone Controller to select a function.
4. Navigate among the available routing options. SVEN announces each available routing as you step
through the available options.
5. Select the routing. Press the Headphone Controller to select an option. This will exit the selected Setup
Menu Function.
6. Exit the Setup Menu. Press any key other than the Headphone Controller to exit the Setup Menu.
To switch the XLR or 10-pin Outputs from analog to digital follow the steps below.
1. Enter the Setup Menu. Press and hold the Battery Check button then press the Headphone Controller.
2. Navigate to the Setup Menu Function Digital Output (-12 LED on the Left Meter). Turn the Headphone
Controller to move through Setup Menu Functions. SVEN announces each function as you step through
the menu.
3. Enter the Setup Menu Function Digital Output (-12). Press the Headphone Controller to select a func-
tion.
4. Navigate among the available options. SVEN announces each setting as you step through the menu.
5. Select the best option for your particular setup. Press the Headphone Controller to select an option. This
will exit the select Setup Menu Function.
6. Exit the Setup Menu. Press any key other than the Headphone Controller to exit the Setup Menu.
7. Set the selected output’s Output Level Switch to Line.
Limiters
When the 552 Limiters are engaged, it is nearly impossible to clip (overload) the 552 mixer. Activate
the 552 limiters by setting the front-panel “LIM” switch to either LINK or ON. This enables both the
input and output limiters and determines the behavior of the output limiter. Sound Devices recom-
mends that the limiters be active at all times.
The Input Limiters act solely as “safety” limiters. In normal operation, with a properly set gain
structure, the threshold of the Input Limiter will not be reached. In the event of extremely high input
signal levels, such as in high SPL environments, an Input Limiter will activate to prevent the input
signal from clipping. Without Input Limiters, high signal conditions can overload a channel and
cause distortion.
The Limiters do not alter signals below the threshold. When Inputs are linked as a stereo pair, the
Input Limiters are also linked and perform the same gain reduction equally across both inputs.
The Input limiter is active when the respective input’s Input Activity LED illuminates yellow. If the
Activity LED illuminates yellow substantially, reduce the amount of gain applied to the channel by
turning down the Trim control. See Input Activity LED for additional information.
The Output Limiters prevent the output signal from exceeding the user-set limiter threshold. In the
Setup Menu the Output Limiter Threshold can be set in 1 dB increments from +4 dBu to +20 dBu. See
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Setup Menu At Factory Default, the mixer is set to limit the output signal peak levels to +20 dBu. This
assures that the output of the 552 will not overload inputs that accept full line-level signals.
The orange LIM LEDs, located at the end of the meter scale, illuminate in various intensities to repre-
sent output limiting.
LIM and LINK
The Output Limiters can either be linked as a stereo pair (LINK) or can work as two independent
limiters (LIM). When linked, the limiters will apply the same gain reduction equally to both the Left
and Right outputs. The LINK position is recommended when recording stereo program, so that level
changes are identical for both channels. The LIM position is recommended when using the 552 Out-
puts as two separate buses.
Digital Audio Recorder
The 552 incorporates a high-quality, two-track digital audio recorder. The 552 records uncompressed
polyphonic Broadcast Wave (.WAV file extension) or compressed MP3 (.MP3 file extension) files to
a removable SD/SDHC card (not included). The audio source assigned to AES A is the source of the
recorded audio. The AES A source is selectable in the Setup Menu. See Digital Outputs for step-by-step
AES A source routing instructions.
Recording settings such as file format, bit depth, and sampling rate are set in the Setup Menu. All
record functions are controlled using the Recorder Controller. From the factory, the recorder is set to
record 24-Bit WAV files at 48 kHz sampling rate.
To make changes to the recording settings follow the steps below.
1. Enter the Setup Menu. Press and hold the Battery Check button, then press the Headphone Controller.
2. Navigate to the Setup Menu Function Record Mode (-20 LED on the Left Meter). Turn the Headphone
Controller to step through the Setup Menu Functions. SVEN announces each Function as you step
through the menu.
3. Enter the Setup Menu Function Record Mode (-20). Press the Headphone Controller to select a Function.
4. Move among the available record options. SVEN announces each setting as you step through the avail-
able options.
5. Select the option best suited for the application. Press the Headphone Controller to select an option and
exit Setup Menu Function.
6. Navigate to the Setup Menu Function Sample Rate (-18 LED on the Left Meter).
7. Press the Headphone Controller to enter the Setup Menu Function.
8. Select a sampling rate best suited for the particular application.
9. Press the Headphone Controller to save the option and exit the Sample Rate Function.
10. Exit the Setup Menu. Press any key other than the Headphone Controller to exit the Setup Menu.
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Press and hold the Battery Check button to have SVEN announce the remaining card space available
in headphones. SVEN automatically announces the remaining time when 15, 10, 5, and 2 minutes are
remaining on the SD card.
File Format
WAV (Broadcast WAV)
The 552 records two-channel, polyphonic AES-31 Broadcast Wave formatted audio files. These files
place additional information in the file header, called the Broadcast Audio Extension data chunk, and
in the iXML chunk. Audio editing software that does not recognize this additional information will
ignore it and read the file as a standard WAV file. Values recorded in the BEXT and iXML are:
• time code stamp See Time Code • track names
• time code frame rate • take number
• time code user bits • file name
• original date and time • machine serial number
• bit depth • software version
• sampling rate
MP3
MPEG-1 Layer III is a lossy compression algorithm, often used for music and transcription recording
purposes. The 552 records two-channel MP3 audio files with the following data rates.
• 64 kb/s • 192 kb/s
• 128 kb/s • 320 kb/s
Bit Depth
When recording WAV files, the 552 records either 16 or 24 bit files. 24-bit recording provides greater
dynamic range and addition headroom for signal peaks. Sound Devices recommends 24-bit record-
ing for all critical production.
Bit Depth and Dynamic Range
Bit depth defines the digital “word length” used to represent a given sample. Bit depth correlates
to the maximum dynamic range that is represented by the digital signal. Larger bit depths accom-
modate more dynamic range. A quick estimate of the maximum dynamic range capable of being
represented by a given word length is dynamic range ~= no. of bits x 6 dB. Bit depth is an exponen-
tial measure (exponent of 2), so as bit depth increases, the amount of data it represents increases
exponentially. The majority of field recording is done with 16-bit audio, therefore each sample is
represented by a digital word of 2^16 (65,536) possible values. 24-bit audio has a word length of 2^24
(16.7 million) possible values per sample.
Sampling Rate
The 552 records WAV files at the sampling rates selected below. The sampling frequency is set in the
Setup Menu.
• 44.1 kHz • 88.2 kHz
• 48 kHz • 96 kHz
Sound Devices recommends 48 kHz sampling for all 552 production applications. Sampling rate op-
tions are limited to 48 kHz and under when an MP3 or a Time Code to Track option is selected. If the
sampling rate is set to a higher rate when an MP3 option or a Time Code to Track option is selected,
the sampling rate defaults to 48 kHz.
Sampling Frequency and Audio Bandwidth
The sampling frequency is expressed in samples per second (hertz) and defines the number of times
in a second that an analog audio signal is measured. Sampling frequency determines the audio band-
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width, or frequency response, that can be represented by the digital signal. To roughly estimate the
maximum bandwidth available for recording divide the sampling frequency by two.
Recording Media
The 552 records to a removable Secure Digital High Capacity (SD or SDHC) media. SD cards compat-
ible with the 552 require FAT32 formatting. To format media from the 552, press and hold the follow-
ing buttons in order:
• Stop key
• Battery Check Button
• Headphone Controller
Immediately following the above button sequence, SVEN announces “Formatting SD Card. Press
Battery Button if ok, press Stop to cancel.” To proceed with the formatting process, press the Battery
Check Button. To cancel, press the Stop key. If neither button is pressed in five seconds, formatting is
canceled.
When formatting, SVEN announces “Formatting please wait” and the REC LED illuminates a
constant yellow. Wait until SVEN announces “Formatting complete” and the LED turns off before
performing any other action.
Multi Media Cards (MMC) and Secure Digital eXtreme Capacity (SDXC) cards are not supported and
are not recognized by the 552.
After recording, the SD/SDHC card can be mounted to Mac or Windows based computers using
a SD Card Reader. The card will appear as a mass storage device and its contents can be copied to
another storage device.
The SD slot is located on the 552’s Rear Panel. It is protected by a rubber cover. Gently pry the pro-
tective rubber cover from left to right to expose the SD Slot. Insert the SD card into the slot. The card
should glide smoothly into the slot. DO NOT USE EXCESSIVE FORCE. Push the card so that it seats
securely in the slot. To remove, push the card in to eject it then pull it out of the slot.
Press and hold the Battery Check button to hear remaining card space available on the inserted SD
card. SVEN automatically announces the remaining time when 15, 10, 5, and 2 minutes are remain-
ing on the SD card.
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Folder Structure
The 552 automatically generates a new Daily Folder when a recording is started. These folders are
named according to the current date, derived from the 552’s Time and Date Clock. A daily folder
generated on October 15, 2009 would be named 09Y10M15. Sound files recorded by the 552 are al-
ways recorded to its own day’s daily folder.
Example:
The SOUNDDEV folder is automatically generated by the 552.
552 SD
The SDINFO.TXT file is used for 552 internal house keeping purposes only.
SOUNDDEV
SDINFO.TXT
The SDMIX.SUP file is created when User Settings are saved. The User
SDMIX552.SUP
Settings can be recalled. See User and Factory Settings for details.
Daily Folders are generated when a recording is started. They contain
09Y10M15
09Y10M15-001.WAV
all files recorded on a given day.
09Y10M15-002.WAV Sound files recorded by the 552. These can be either WAV or MP3 files.
File Naming
Audio files recorded by the 552 are named according to the current date and a three digit file/
take number. The file number increments with each new recording. For Example, the first file re-
corded on October 15, 2009 will be named 09Y10M15-001.WAV the next file recorded is named
09Y10M15-002.WAV and so on.
09Y10M15-001.WAV
date file number extension
The file number is reset to 001 when a new daily folder is generated. 552 generated files are placed
in a daily folder at the root of the inserted SD/SDHC card. While in stand-by mode, press in on the
Recorder Controller to hear the next file number to be recorded.
The Take Counter (file number) can be reset to 001 at anytime. To reset the Take Counter, hold PFL 5
then press the Stop and Battery Check buttons. If the Take Counter is reset in the middle of the day
and there are still files residing in the daily folder, it is possible to get duplicate file names. The 552
automatically detects if the folder has a file of the same name and will add an A after the take num-
ber (09Y10M15-001A.WAV) to prevent accidental overwriting of the original file.
Automatic File Splitting
While it is possible to have thousands of files on the 552 SD card, the largest any single file may be is
2 GB. The 552 automatically splits an audio file before the 2 GB size is reached and begins writing to
a new file. When joined in an editing program, these files are sample-continuous, with no samples
lost.
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Recorder Controller
The 5-position Recorder Controller is used to perform all recording and playback functions.
Function Direction Action
Record Push the Recorder Controller Up
In Standby, begins recording a file. If recording, begins recording a new file.
Record/Pause Press the Recorder Controller
Stop Action is dependent on Record Pause setting. When Record Pause is on,
press once to pause the recording, press again to stop. When Record
Pause is off, press once to stop.
During Playback, press once to pause, press again to stop.
Play Push the Recorder Controller Down
Begins playback of the last take recorded or file currently loaded. Playback
is sent the headphone monitor only.
Rewind/ Push the Recorder Controller Left
Load Previous While in Stand-by, push left to load the previous take. While in playback,
Take push and hold left to rewind.
Fast Forward/ Push the Recorder Controller Right
Load Next Take While in Stand-by, push right to load the next take. While in playback, push
and hold right to fast forward.
Load Previous Hold the Battery Check button and Push the Recorder Controller Left
Daily Folder + Loads the previous daily folder for playback.
Load Next Daily Hold the Battery Check button and Push the Recorder Controller Right
+ Loads the next daily folder for playback.
Playback Audio to Hold the Battery Check button and Push the Recorder Controller Down
L, R Outputs + Playback audio is sent to the Left and Right Outputs.
Next File Number Press the Recorder Controller While in Stand-by
SVEN announces the file number of the next file to be recorded.
REC LED
The Record LED indicates the overall media status. When no media is present or detected the LED
flashes yellow. The LED will be off when media is attached and ready. When the 552 is actively
recording the LED illuminates solid red. When recording is paused or in the event that a record
command is given and the media is not ready, the LED flashes red until the recorder actively starts
recording. A solid yellow LED indicates the media is busy. The LED illuminates solid green while in
playback mode and flashes green when playback is paused. The LED remains off when the recorder
is disabled in the Setup Menu.
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Record Mode
The REC LED illuminates solid red while recording. The start of a recording is indicated audibly in
headphones by a single, 440 Hz tone. When a recording is paused, one 220 Hz tone is heard in head-
phones and the REC LED flashes red. See Record Pause for details. When recording is stopped, two 220
Hz tones are heard in headphones. The Setup Menu is locked out while recording.
The 552 can be set to automatically start and stop recordings according to the incoming time code
signal. See Time Code for details.
If the internal batteries drop to extremely low voltage levels while recording, the recorder will au-
tomatically close the file that it is recording to prevent it from being lost. The recorder is locked out
until the power source is switched to external or the 552 is powered down and batteries are changed.
Record Pause
When Record Pause is enabled in the Setup Menu, the recordings can be stopped then continued
without creating a new file. Record Pause is useful for reporter interviews or any application that can
benefit by stopping and starting recording without generating a new file. To use the Record Pause
feature:
1. Enter the Setup Menu. Press and hold the Battery Check button then press the Headphone Controller.
2. Navigate to the Setup Menu Function Record Pause (-18 LED on the Left Meter). Turn the Headphone
Controller to move through Setup Menu Functions. SVEN announces each function as you step through
the menu.
3. Enter the Setup Menu Function Record Pause (-18). Press the Headphone Controller to select a function.
4. Navigate among the available options. SVEN announces each available routing as you step through the
available options.
5. Select On (-24). Press the Headphone Controller to select an option. This will exit the selected Setup
Menu Function.
6. Exit the Setup Menu. Press any key other than the Headphone Controller to exit the Setup Menu.
7. Press the REC key to begin recording.
8. Pause the recording at any time by pressing the STOP key once. When paused the REC LED flashes red.
9. Press the REC key again to continue recording.
10. Press the STOP key twice to finalize the recording. At this point, the file is available for Playback and the
next press of the REC key begins recording the next incremented take.
Please note that the Record Pause behavior will vary depending on the set Time Code mode. When
Time Code is set to Stamp File or Stamp File Auto Record, the Record Pause feature is ignored. This
prevents the event of offsets in time code. Record Pause is available when Time Code is set to Re-
place Left and Replace Right. This allows linear time code to be recorded to one of the audio tracks.
When set to Auto Record Replace Left or Auto Record Replace Right, the 552 begins recording when
the time code signal advances. When time code becomes stationary, the 552 stops and closes the file.
If the recording is manually stopped by pressing the stop button the recording is paused. If time
code is stopped then started again the recording continues recording. Press Stop twice at anytime to
stop and close the file. See Time Code for details.
Time Code
Time Code Mode is set off at factory default. When Time Code Mode is set to off the 552 stamps a
start time code value that is derived from the time-of-day clock to the “BEXT” chunk of the recorded
WAV file and no frame rate information is written. When Time Code Mode is off, no time code infor-
mation is written to the “iXML” chunk of the recorded WAV file. MP3 files will have the start time
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code value (Derived from the time-of-day clock) and a frame rate of 30ND stamped when time code
mode is set to off.
When time Code Mode is set to something other than off and valid time code is present at the RTN B
TA3 connector, time code values and frame rates are written to the file at the moment the recording
begins. This allows the Sound Mixer to sync the audio recorded by the 552 with the master source.
Incoming Time Code signals must be running prior to pressing record to ensure proper frame rate and
time stamps. Time Code stamping is only performed at the moment record is pressed. If the time code
source is not running at the moment record is pressed, the 552 stamps the file according to the station-
ary time code that it is receiving. When Time Code is enabled, RTN B monitoring and functionality only
apply to the 3.5 mm RTN B jack.
When Time Code Mode is set to something other than off the TC In LED will illuminate solid blue
if valid time code is present at the RTN B TA3 input connector. A flashing blue TC In LED indicates
that Time Code mode is set to something other than off but there is not valid time code present at the
RTN B TA3 connector.
Time Code to Track
The linear time code signal connected to the RTN B TA3 input connector is recorded when either the
Replace Left or Replace Right options are selected in the Time Code Setup Menu. The linear time
code signal overrides the selected side of the AES A Source sent to the Recorder.
Replace Left, Replace Right, Replace Left Auto Record, and Replace Right Auto Record modes are
only available with 44.1 and 48 kHz sampling rates. When the sampling rate is set to 88.2 or 96 kHz
and one of the Time Code to Track modes is selected the sampling rate is forced to 48 kHz.
The 552 prevents sending time code signals written to track to the outputs and the headphone monitor.
The REC SOURCE headphone monitor selection continues to monitor the AES A Source when a Time
Code to Track option is selected. Time Code recorded to Track is muted while playing back the file from the
552.
External Time Code Auto Record
The 552 can be set to automatically start and stop recordings according to the incoming time code
signal when anyone of the Auto Record modes is selected in the Time Code Setup Menu. The 552
enters record as the external time code advances, and the recording is stopped when the external
code is stationary. This is appropriate when dual-system sound is used with video cameras set for
Rec Run time code. The video camera functions as master time code and the 552 recorder “transport”
follows the video camera transport.
Playback
After a file has been recorded, the 552 can play back the file. The last file recorded is always the file
that is immediately available for playback. Playback audio is sent to the headphone monitor. The
Headphone Selector position determines the monitoring behavior. ST = Left and Right Stereo, M =
Left and Right Mono, L = Left Mono, R= Right Mono, MS ST = Mid Side Stereo Decoded, and REC
SOURCE = Left and Right Stereo. The LED meter display indicates headphone monitor activity.
To navigate among files for playback, press the rewind and fast forward keys while playback is
stopped. To navigate among daily folders, press and hold the Battery Check button and press
Rewind or Fast Forward to go to the previous or next day’s folder respectively. As a file or folder
is loaded a short beep is sent to the headphone monitor followed by the file number or day of the
folder.
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To playback a file, push the Record Controller down toward the Play position. To pause playback,
press the Record Controller. To Stop playback, press the Record Controller twice. To Rewind or Fast
Forward through a file, press and hold the Record Controller to the left or right respectively while
the file is playing back.
By default playback audio is only sent to the headphone monitor. To send the playback audio to the
Left and Right Outputs, press and hold Battery Check then press Play. After the file is stopped the
outputs will return to normal program.
Metering
The 552 features two large 21-segment LED output meters. The meters uses energy-efficient GaN
LEDs, which can be clearly seen in full sunlight. The 552 output meters are unaffected by shock, tem-
perature, or humidity extremes. The microcontroller-based meters provides a selection of ballistics
and lighting intensities.
Meter Ballistics
The output meters display any of five types of meter ballistics: VU, Peak, Peak and Peak Hold, a
composite of VU and Peak, and a composite of Peak Hold and VU. Meter ballistics are set in the
Setup Menu. See the Setup Menu.
VU
VU (volume units) meter ballistics correspond closely to how the human ear perceives loudness.
This provides a good visual indication of how loud a signal will be. In VU mode, the attack and
decay of the meter signal is 300 mS. VU meters provide great visual indications of how loud a signal
will be. However, VU meters provide poor information of actual signal peaks.
In VU mode, the front panel meter labeling is in volume units. VU meters are always referenced to
an actual signal level in dBu, the 552 VU meter is referenced with 0 VU corresponding to 0 dBu at the
Line-Level outputs. If needed, the reference level can be changed in the Setup Menu to +4 or +8 dBu.
Peak
Peak-reading ballistics (PPM) correspond to actual signal peaks, but don’t necessarily correspond to
perceived signal loudness. Peak meters have an instantaneous attack and a slow decay to allow the
user to visually monitor peak activity. Peak metering is useful when interconnecting to audio inputs
on digital equipment. In the digital realm, signal overload can cause immediate distortion.
The peak meter’s front panel markings are calibrated in peak dBu level at the Line Level outputs.
Peak + Peak Hold
Peak-reading ballistics correspond to actual signal peaks, but the peak value is held in the meters for
two seconds. Peak Hold indicators are useful for metering in applications when an overload condi-
tion is unacceptable.
Peak + VU
The 552 can simultaneously display VU and Peak level information. In this mode the perceived loud-
ness (VU) is displayed on a bar graph, and the Peak signal on a dot above the VU. With this combi-
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nation the user gets the best of both VU and Peak metering by seeing the “loudness” of the signal
while observing peaks at the same time.
Peak Hold + VU
This is the default meter ballistics setting, it is a combination of Peak + VU and Peak Hold. The meter
simultaneously displays the Peak and VU information while holding peak values for two seconds.
Zoom Metering
Zoom Mode allows the user to quickly display the output levels in 1 dB increments from 0 dBu to
+20 dBu. Each LED represents a 1 dB change. While in Zoom Metering mode, the etched -30 LED is
re-assigned to 0 dBu, the etched -24 is actually +1 dBu, and so on. Press the Headphone Controller to
enter and exit Zoom Metering Mode. The blue Zoom LED indicates that the meter is in Zoom Meter-
ing Mode. Zoom Metering Mode can be disabled in the Setup Menu Function Metering Ballistics to
prevent accidental activation.
12 13 14 15 16 17 18
8 9 10 11 19 20
5 6 7
2 3 4
Zoom Mode Resolution 1
0
Normal Resolution (etching)
Input Activity LED
Each channel has its own Input Activity LED located just above the Input Fader. The LED illumi-
nate in various colors and intensities to represent the signal level appearing at its respective input.
Green = pre-fade signal activity, yellow = pre- and post-fader limiter activity, red = pre- and post-
fader signal overload (peaking). Reduce the trim level control if the LEDs continuously illuminate
yellow or red. The Input Activity LED will flash yellow when the Input PFL is latched on and illumi-
nate solid red when the input is muted.
Headphone Peak LED
Like the Channel Peak LEDs, the headphone circuit also has a peak overload indicator. This LED is
useful because headphones can often overload before overloading the 552’s stereo output bus. Moni-
toring without a visual indication of headphone clipping can mislead the sound mixer into thinking
that the output or return feeds are distorted.
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Headphone Monitoring
Headphone Gain
Headphone output level is controlled using the front panel Headphone Controller. While turning
the Headphone Controller, the headphone gain level is temporarily displayed on the Right Output
Meter.
The 552 can drive headphones to dangerously high volumes. Turn down the headphone gain
before selecting a headphone source to prevent accidental signal extremes.
Headphone Source Selection
MS ST
R
L REC Source
M
ST
The Headphone Selector sets the audio source sent to headphones. The selections available are listed
below:
HP Position Description
ST Stereo - Left program to left headphone monitor and Right program to right headphone monitor.
M Mono - summed Left and Right program sent to both headphone monitors.
L Left - Left program sent to both headphone monitors.
R Right - Right program sent to both headphone monitors.
MS ST Mid-Side Stereo - decoded MS stereo to headphones, this is not used if the inputs are already linked
as an MS pair.
REC Source Recorder Source - audio program sent to the recorder, this is identical to AES A routing. .
Headphone Tones
Record Start and Stop Tones
The start of a recording is indicated audibly by a single 440 Hz tone sent to headphones. When re-
cording is stopped two 220 Hz tones are sent to the headphones.
Playback Navigation Tones
A single 220 Hz tone followed by an announcement of the time the file was created is sent to the
headphones when a file is selected for playback using the Record Controller.
PFL (Channel Solo Monitor)
PFL (pre-fade listen) allows the user to quickly monitor the selected input’s signal pre-fader, post-
trim, post-high-pass, and post-limiter. Slide the PFL switch left to activate, and again to deactivate.
For momentary action, hold the switch left for one second or longer.
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