User guide

Chapter 25 Mixing 577
Quickly Switching Between Two Levels
You can use the following key commands to switch the level of all channel strips of a
specific type between two different level values. Each channel may be set to any value
for both toggle positions, allowing you to quickly switch between two basic mixes.
 Mute/Unmute Audio Channel Strips
 Mute/Unmute Input Channel Strips
 Mute/Unmute Auxiliary Channel Strips
 Mute/Unmute Output Channel Strips
Understanding the Channel Strip Meters
All channel strips feature segmented level meters that display the playback or input
monitoring level. When you arm an audio track, in preparation for recording, the
associated Mixer channel meter displays the input (incoming audio) level.
The colors of the level meter segments provide an at-a-glance overview of individual
channel monitoring levels. Signals in the amber and yellow zones are safe, and will not
clip the channel output. Signal peaks that trigger the red segments of the meters are
considered “hot” levels, but the occasional peak is nothing to worry about, unless the
clip detector is continually or regularly lit (see section below).
Peak values are “held” on the level meter display for a few seconds, making them easier
to read. The most recent maximum (peak) level is always reliably displayed.