Patch Bay and Outboard Signal Routing in Audio Console

What is the first step for connecting a Mic In on the console?

Patch from BRP Out (left) to SSL Microphone Input (any channel).

What should you do after patching the Mic In to the SSL Microphone Input?

Hit 'flip' to switch from Line Level to Mic Level.

How do you assign a Mic In to the Mix/Rec Bus?

Assign it to the Mix/Rec Bus after patching.

What is the purpose of the channel fader in the Mic In setup?

Raise the channel fader to control the audio level.

What is the function of the Master Fader in the Mic In setup?

Bring up the MASTER FADER to control overall output.

What is the procedure for Line In on the console?

Patch from BRP out to SSL Line Input (any channel) and adjust line Trim.

What is the first step in setting up a Channel Insert Return?

Patch from BRP Out to SSL Return (any return).

What button must be activated at the channel for Channel Insert Return?

Hit the 'INS IN' button.

How do you set up a Stereo FX return?

Patch from BRP out to FX TRN (1-4) and assign to Mix.

What is the first step in setting up a Mix Insert Return?

Patch from BRP out to Mix INS RTN (L/R).

What is the purpose of the Record Insert Return?

Patch from BRP Out to Rec INS RTN (L/R) and enable the INS Button.

What does 'Ext A' refer to in the patch bay setup?

BRP Out is normaled at the Ext A1 input; no patch is needed for A1.

How do you set up Ext B in the patch bay?

Patch from BRP Out to Ext B (1-4) and select monitor to Ext B.

What is the difference between Pre-fader and Post-fader signals?

Pre-fader signals are independent of the fader position; Post-fader signals depend on the fader position.

What is the function of Direct Out (Post)?

Patch from direct out to Ext B (1-4) and bring channel fader up.

How do you enable the Cue Send on a channel?

Enable the Cue knob and bring it up; cues are PRE by default.

What is the purpose of the FX Send (Post)?

Patch from FX Send to Ext B (1-4) and enable FX Send knob.

What is required for SSL Mix Insert Send (Pre)?

Patch from SSL MIX INS SND to Ext B (1-4) and assign it to the Mix Bus.

What is the setup for SSL Rec Insert Send (Pre)?

Patch from SSL REC INS SND to Ext B (1-4) and assign it to the Rec Bus.

What should you do for Foldback A/B setup?

Patch from Foldback A(L/R) to Ext B (1-4) and enable Cue Send A.