Toft Audio Designs Series ATB Console Manual
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2 For More Information, visit www.toftaudio.com Toft Audio Designs Series ATB Console Manual 3 POWER & AUDIO CONNECTIONS D.C. POWER: AUDIO CONNECTIONS: The Series ATB is supplied with a high quality D.C. power supply which should be connected to a suitable a.c. power source via an earthed cable connected to the 3 pin euro socket at the back of the power supply. Two types of audio connector are provided on the rear of the unit, x-l-r and 1/4” jack.
For More Information, visit www.toftaudio.com Toft Audio Designs Series ATB Console Manual 5 STAR GROUNDING By connecting equipment together using the ‘star grounding’ principle it is possible to virtually eliminate hum loops from studio wiring. Since the system is quite easy to implement, it only requires following a certain procedure that will soon become second nature. A few moments spent studying this chapter and following the steps listed below, could pay dividends in the future. Step 1.
6 For More Information, visit www.toftaudio.com Toft Audio Designs Series ATB Console Manual 7 on the sub group section, at mixdown a 16 channel Series ATB becomes a 56 input mixer whilst a 24 channel becomes a 72 input mixer and a 32 channel becomes an 88 input mixer. INPUT MODULE INPUT MODULE General Description INPUT MODULE General Description The Series ATB Input Module is an extremely sophisticated and flexible channel that can be used for recording, mixing and monitoring multi-track recordings.
8 For More Information, visit www.toftaudio.com INPUT MODULE FLOW DIAGRAM Toft Audio Designs Series ATB Console Manual 9 SUBMASTER MODULE SUBMASTER MODULE General Description The Submaster section of the console greatly enhances the flexibility of the Series ATB console and as a consequence provides a number of different functions. Each Submaster channel provides a method of adjusting the output level of each of the 8 subgroup outputs via a 100mm high quality fader.
10 For More Information, visit www.toftaudio.com A separate facility on each Submaster channel is the inclusion of a stereo Effects Return section located directly above the 12 segment bargraph meters. Individual jack inputs are provided on the rear panel behind the Submaster section and these are wired in stereo. This therefore adds another 16 input capability to the console in remix mode.
12 For More Information, visit www.toftaudio.com MASTER SECTION MASTER SECTION General Description The Master section of the ATB console contains all of the controls that affect the overall functionality of the console. An accurately matched 100mm stereo fader controls the level of the master stereo balanced outputs. A comprehensive talkback system is provided which incorporates a high quality electret microphone and amplifier with a continuously variable level control.
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16 For More Information, visit www.toftaudio.com OPERATIONAL DESCRIPTION Multi-Track Recording Set Up Make sure that all buttons are up and that all controls are in their default positions, i.e centre detented potentiometers such as pan and equaliser boost/cut are in their centre positions, level controls and equaliser frequency sweeps are at minimum (anti-clockwise). The channel fader should be set to minimum.
18 For More Information, visit www.toftaudio.com The phase reverse button located at the top of the module works in conjunction with the mic and line inputs and can be used to reverse the signal phase of either input. Phase differences can occur when two microphones are placed in close proximity (for example when recording acoustic guitar) and causes a cancellation of certain frequencies (usually bass) which results in a ‘thin’ sound.
20 For More Information, visit www.toftaudio.com Reverb/echo effects can be added by using any of the six auxiliary send outputs connected to an appropriate reverb device. The output of these devices can either be connected to any of the eight dedicated Stereo Effects channels located in the Sub Group section of the console, or connected as a line input to any input module or channel Monitor section.
22 For More Information, visit www.toftaudio.com Toft Audio Designs Series ATB Console Manual 23 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Input impedance: Microphone: >1.
24 For More Information, visit www.toftaudio.com 9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10.
26 For More Information, visit www.toftaudio.com Toft Audio Designs Series ATB Console Manual REGISTRATION OWNERS REGISTRATION CARD TO BE COMPLETED AT THE TIME OF PURCHASE PLEASE DETACH AND RETURN THIS PORTION TO TOFT AUDIO DESIGNS WITHIN 14 DAYS OF PURCHASE. YOU MAY ALSO REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.TOFTAUDIO.COM Name Date of Purchase Serial Number Name: Dealer Name Retain this portion for your records.
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