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Operation Manual Synth and Line Mixer l Model SSM-24 l Model SSMEX-16 l Model SSMEX-32 MODEL SSM

The effects section provides total control for up to 8 stereo effects devices. Each of the effects channels include an effects send master

The SSM is supplied with an external rack mount power supply that is capable of powering the Model SSM main unit and one additional Model SSM 16 input

This three rack space module incorporates 28 stereo or mono assign banks, 8 master outputs, 8 stereo effects returns, a complete monitoring secti

Specifications 8 Synthesizer Input Impedence Patch Point Return Impedence Effects Return Input Impedence Cue Return Input Impedence (Unbalanced)

Specifications (Cont.) 9 Residual Noise Measurement (Synth In to Program Out) -82dBu Test Conditions: -10dBu signal at synth input. Input slide fade

Chapter 2 Initial Preparation 10 The Model SSM is delivered in a special, protective container and was carefully inspected both mech

Chapter 2 Initial Preparation Merely affixing the Model SSM or optional SSM Expander into an equipment rack is no guarantee that the prod

Chapter 3 Installation Section 12 The following information should give you the basics on how to install the Model SSM Main Unit,

Chapter 3 Installation Section Power Supply The Model SSM is supplied with the Model PS3-1.5 power supply that offers a variety of moun

Chapter 3 Installation Section There are five terminals available on the power transformer of the power supply. The configuration of t

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Chapter 3 Installation Section Connecting the Power Supply Before connecting the circular DC power supply connector to the SSM, ma

Chapter 3 Installation Section Default Control Settings Attach the rack mount adapters to the left and right sides of the chassis with

Chapter 3 Installation Section Interfacing Expanders The Model SSM has been prewired with a multipin pin connector to accept any of the

Chapter 3 Installation Section Expander pin assignment The following chart represents the audio and power connections vailable at the 3

Chapter 3 Installation Section The Expression Pedal Enable Switch on the front panel of the main mixer must be depressed in order to op

Chapter 4 Operation Section 20 We hope to give you basic information on the operation of the Model SSM and adequately describe it

Chapter 4 Operation Section 21 Figure 3. Input Channel

Chapter 4 Operation Section The dual Synth Trim Control simultaneously adjusts the gain (level) of the left and right channel inputs. It

Chapter 4 Operation Section The Low/Mid Frequency Sweep Control is used in conjunction with the Low/Mid - Boost/Cut Control and provides

Chapter 4 Operation Section A yellow LED to the right of this switch will illuminate indicating the Mono status of operation. When the

Contents iii General ... Opera

Chapter 4 Operation Section Unlike traditional pre-fader modes, here the sends are still post fader. So if, for example, you create a de

Chapter 4 Operation Section 26 Figure 4. Effects Send and Return Channel

Chapter 4 Operation Section There are eight effect send and return sections incorporated into the Model SSM. Each section provides a mas

Chapter 4 Operation Section 28 Figure 5. Master Section

Chapter 4 Operation Section This control acts as a master level adjustment for all eight stereo effects returns and is normally set to it

Chapter 4 Operation Section This control adjusts the overall stereo in-place solo listening level to the monitor and/or headphone outputs

Chapter 4 Operation Section The status of this VU meter is determined by the selection of the Solo/Efx Meter Switch. When the Solo/Efx M

Chapter 4 Operation Section Depressing this switch applies a monaural version of the program mix to the left and right program outputs.

Chapter 4 Operation Section This dual potentiometer controls the volume of the stereo headphone circuit. The Headphone Master Control op

Chapter 4 Operation Section 34 Figure 6. Cue, Click, Aux Return Sections

Contents Chapter 4 Operation Chapter 3 Installation General ...

Chapter 4 Operation Section This feature of the SSM allows an external stereo cue source (otherwise known as headphone or foldback) or an

Chapter 4 Operation Section The Mono Click Return Section includes the return level control, the return pan control, the return mute swit

Chapter 4 Operation Section 37 Figure 7. Input Channel Connectors and Switches

Chapter 4 Operation Section 38 Each input channel has four 1/4" jacks. The configuration of these four jacks depend on whet

Chapter 4 Operation Section Synth/Mic Select Switch As an option, the stereo input channels may be configured with stereo patch points in

Chapter 4 Operation Section Figure 8. Effects Send and Return Connectors 40

Chapter 4 Operation Section Each of the eight effect send channels has a separate unbalanced 1/4" T.S. jack to interface to the inpu

Chapter 4 Operation Section Figure 9. Master Input/Output Connectors 42

Chapter 4 Operation Section 8. Tuner Feed Jack Master Input/Output Connections This pushbutton switch selects the sensitivity of the left

Chapter 4 Operation Section For SSM systems incorporating mono input channels, the Pre Fader Listen (PFL) level may be adjusted with this

Contents Rear Panel Controls ... Input Channel Connections

Chapter 4 Operation Section When used, this switch disconnects the shields (pin 1) from the left and right balanced XL connectors thereby

Chapter 4 Operation Section Figure 10. Cue, Click, Aux Return Connectors and Switches 46

Chapter 4 Operation Section The Stereo Cue Return provides two means of connection. Two unbalanced 1/4" T.S. jacks and a XL transfo

Chapter 4 Operation Section The Mono Click Return provides two means of connection; a standard 1/4" jack and a balanced transformer

Chapter 4 Operation Section These standard unbalanced 1/4" T.S. jacks allow the interface of an external stereo signal, such as a DA

Chapter 4 Operation Section Figure 11. Expander and Power Supply Connectors 50

Chapter 4 Operation Section This multipin connector will accommodate any of the Model SSM Expanders for a potential of 56 inputs (28 ster

Chapter 5 Wiring and Other 52 It is assumed that in addition to the Model SSM, a considerable investment has been made in electroni

Chapter 5 Wiring and Other All wire and cable interfaced to the Model SSM and Speck products should be terminated with high quality conne

Chapter 5 Wiring and Other Clock noise is one of the greatest enemies of the audio racks AC system. If a synth or any microprocessor bas

1 Thank you for purchasing our Model SSM Synth and Sampler Mixer. The Model SSM was designed from the ground up as a high performance mixer de

Chapter 5 Wiring and Other If a patchbay is utilized in your mixing system, the rules for shielding change. With a patchbay, normally al

Chapter 5 Wiring and Other Fig 12. Balanced to Unbalanced Cables When connecting the 1/4" unbalanced (TS) inputs and outputs of the

2 Figure 1. Front Panel Layout Chapter 1 Introduction Section

Figure 2. Rear Panel Layout 3 Chapter 1 Introduction Section

To avoid personal injury, do not remove the cover from the power supply, or the rear panel of the Model SSM or optional Expander. Never operate the e