Tascam M-2600MKII Quick Tips

2The M-2600 MK II Series Console Uses In-Line MonitoringThe M-2600 Series console uses In-Line Monitoring. What is In-Line Monitoring? This isa dual signal path configuration consisting of a Channel and a Monitor path. The consoleincorporates the means to feed signals to each path independently. This capabilityeffectively doubles the number of available inputs per each channel.What is the Channel Path?This is the signal path that is fed by the MIC and LINE inputs. The Channel Faders governthe level of this signal.What is the Monitor Path?This is the signal path that is fed by the TAPE IN jacks. Level control for this signal path isgoverned by the MONitor LEVEL control.Flipping Channel and Monitor PathsThe Channel and Monitor paths can be "flipped", or inverted, by means of the FLIP switch.Pressing FLIP causes the MIC/LINE inputs to now feed the MONitor LEVEL control whilethe TAPE IN jack now feeds the Channel Fader.Channel / Monitor Path Explanation with the M-2600 MK IITo easily understand the relationship between the Channel and Monitor paths, "zero"the mixer as described at the rear of this guide and then perform the following:1) Feed signal to LINE INPUT, Channel 1, making certain the LINE switch at the top ofthe channel strip is engaged and FLIP is disengaged.2) With the CHANNEL ASSIGN switch for Channel 1 set to L-R, raise both the ChannelFader and the Stereo L-R Master Fader.3) Make certain the STEREO switch is engaged in the CONTROL ROOM ASSIGN areaof the console and that the LEVEL is up.4) You should now hear that signal via the CONTROL ROOM L-R Outputs and arelistening via the Channel Path.5) While still feeding signal, press the FLIP switch - notice there is no sound present6) Now turn the Channel 1, MONitor LEVEL control to raise the volume of the signal7) You are now listening to this signal via the Monitor Path