Tascam M-2600MKII Quick Tips

7How do we use the Group Outputs as opposed to the Direct Outputs? When we want toroute multiple mixer input channels to one or two specific tape tracks, we typically use theGroup Outputs in conjunction with the Channel Assign switches located toward thebottom of each channel strip. If we simply want to route an individual channel input to asingle tape track, it makes sense to use the Direct Outputs, as this enables us to bypassanother gain stage that would occur by routing that signal via a Group Output.The following example is based on the assumption that your system is cabled as outlinedin the 8 or 16 track configurations. In order to better understand this Group / Directrelationship, "zero" the mixer as described at the rear of this guide and then perform thefollowing:1) Place track one on your recorder into RECORD READY status2) Feed signal to the Channel 1 LINE input, making certain the LINE switch at the topof that channel strip is engaged and FLIP is disengaged3) Locate the CHANNEL ASSIGN switches positioned at the bottom of this channelstrip, press 1-2 and raise the channel fader to a reasonable level4) Raise the Group 1 fader - keeping an eye on your recorder so that you set areasonable level5) Assuming you wish to hear this signal - raise the MONitor LEVEL for Channel 1,making certain Control Room Assign is set to STEREO and the CR LEVEL controland Stereo L-R Master Fader are both raisedTIP! You are now feeding the recorder via the GROUP OUTPUT.6) Lower the Group 1 fader - signal disappears7) Press DIRECT located near the bottom of the Channel 1 strip - signal reappearsTIP! You are now feeding the recorder via the DIRECT OUTPUT.