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5.3 Using the DIRECT IN input
The DIRECT IN connector can be found on the left side of the front panel. For instance, it is often necessary
to replay a song for the musicians in the studio via a cassette recorder. This can be done easily and rapidly
using the DIRECT IN connector. When using this input, the signal applied to the rear panel MAIN INPUT
connector is bypassed automatically.
Fig. 5.3: Playback via the DIRECT IN connector
5.4 Using the mono function
The MONO switch allows for mono operation, i.e., linked operation of the left and right channels, without
having to use a Y-adapter or special cables.
In certain monitor applications, especially for live stage operation, a stereo programme may have a confusing
effect, so the conversion into a mono signal leads to better transmission quality. In particular, this negative
effect becomes obvious when the channel separation between the two channels is considerable, i.e., when
they contain different information with differing volume levels.
5.5 Using the mute function
The mute function of the individual input sources is a special feature of the BEHRINGER POWERPLAY PRO.
Depending on the position of the MONO switch, it offers two highly useful routing options:
5.5.1 The mute function in mono mode
When the MONO switch is pressed, the unit operates in mono mode. In this case, the two input signals are
combined and the resulting mono signal is fed into the left and right headphone outputs.
By pressing one of the two MUTE switches, the corresponding input source (left or right input) is muted and the
input signal which is not muted appears on BOTH headphone outputs (left and right). This routing option allows
for the selection of two different programmes which are fed into the left and right input by muting the unwanted
input source.
5.5.2 The mute function in stereo mode
The mute function is also very useful if playback is to be combined with simultaneous recording of a vocal
track. Up to now, vocalists have been forced to move one headphone pad away from the ear while recording, in
order to hear their own voice clearly.
Now, the BEHRINGER POWERPLAY PRO can mute the unused headphone channel in stereo mode. So
moving the unused headphone pad away from the ear - uncomfortable but common practice - will be a thing of
the past.
5. APPLICATION