LS9-16/LS9-32 Owner’s Manual EN
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Connections Backup battery • Before connecting the device to other devices, turn off the power for all devices. Before turning the power on or off for all devices, set all volume levels to minimum. • Be sure to connect to a properly grounded power source. A ground screw is provided on the rear panel of this device for maximum safety and shock prevention. If the mains outlet is not grounded, be sure to connect the ground screw to a confirmed ground point before plugging the device into the mains.
Contents 1. Introduction 9 5. Input channel operations 53 Thank you ................................................................... 9 Signal flow for input channels.................................53 An overview of the LS9 .............................................. 9 Specifying the channel name / icon ........................55 Differences between the LS9-16 and LS9-32 ......... 11 HA (head amp) settings............................................57 Number of INPUT channels................
Contents 11. EQ and Dynamics 115 15. Talkback / Oscillator 151 About EQ and dynamics ........................................ 115 About talkback and oscillator................................151 Using EQ ................................................................. 115 Using talkback ........................................................151 Using dynamics ...................................................... 117 Using the oscillator ................................................
Contents Preferences ............................................................. 194 User-defined keys .................................................. 196 Console lock ........................................................... 197 Locking the console ........................................... 197 Unlocking the console ....................................... 198 Specifying the CONSOLE LOCK screen image.................................................. 198 Appendices 225 EQ Library List ............
Chapter 1 Introduction Introduction 1 Thank you Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha LS9 digital mixing console. In order to take full advantage of the LS9’s superior functionality and enjoy years of trouble-free use, please read this manual before you begin using the product. After you have read the manual, keep it in a safe place. An overview of the LS9 The LS9 is a digital mixing console with the following features.
An overview of the LS9 ■ Effects and graphic EQ that can be patched into a desired signal path •••• There are eight virtual racks, in which you can mount effects or graphic EQ and then patch them into the desired signal route. Graphic EQ can be mounted in racks 1–4, and effects or graphic EQ can be mounted in racks 5–8. You can simultaneously use up to four high-quality multieffects, which include reverb, delay, multi-band compressor, and various modulation-type effects.
Differences between the LS9-16 and LS9-32 Differences between the LS9-16 and LS9-32 1 Introduction The LS9 is available in two models; the LS9-16 and the LS9-32. These models differ as follows. Number of INPUT channels The LS9-16 has up to 32 operable INPUT channels, while the LS9-32 has up to 64. The number and structure of other channels (ST IN channels, MIX channels, MATRIX channels, STEREO/MONO channels) are identical.
Differences between the LS9-16 and LS9-32 Top panel The LS9-16 and LS9-32 differ in the number of top panel channel modules and ST IN channels they provide. The LS9-16 provides sixteen channel modules and two ST IN channels, and by switching fader layers you can operate up to 32 INPUT channels (monaural) and four ST IN channels (stereo). Channel modules ST IN channels The LS9-16 provides thirty-two channel modules and four ST IN channels.
Differences between the LS9-16 and LS9-32 • The LS9’s channel structure Other ● LS9-16 ● LS9-32 LAYER [1-16] key LAYER [17-32] key LAYER [MASTER] key LAYER [CUSTOM FADER] key LAYER [1-32] key LAYER [33-64] key LAYER [MASTER] key Introduction 1 The names of the LAYER section keys differ between the LS9-16 and LS9-32.
About the MIX bus types (VARI / FIXED) • About word clock • Conventions in this manual • About the firmware version About the MIX bus types (VARI / FIXED) The sixteen MIX buses provided on the LS9 can be assigned either as VARI or FIXED types in pairs of adjacent odd-numbered/even-numbered buses (→ p. 213). They can also be switched between monaural/stereo for the same pairs of buses. VARI type and FIXED type buses differ as follows.
Chapter 2 Parts and their function 2 Parts and their function This chapter explains the LS9’s parts and their functions. Top panel The LS9’s top panel is organized into the following sections. LS9-16 m MIX/MATRIX SELECT section (p. 20) b DISPLAY ACCESS section (p. 19) n LAYER section (p. 19) . Stereo meter / Cue section (p. 20) , Display (p. 20) ⁄0 SELECTED CHANNEL section (p. 21) ⁄2 USB connector (side panel, to the right of the display) (p. 22) ⁄1 Data entry section (p.
Top panel LS9-32 m MIX/MATRIX SELECT section (p. 20) ⁄0 SELECTED CHANNEL section (p. 21) ⁄1 Data entry section . Stereo meter / Cue section (p. 20) (p. 22) b DISPLAY ACCESS section (p. 19) ⁄2 USB connector n LAYER section (p. 19) z Channel module section (p. 17) , Display (p. 20) (side panel, to the right of the display) (p. 22) c STEREO MASTER section (p. 18) v USER DEFINED KEYS section (p. 18) x ST IN (stereo input) section (p.
Top panel z Channel module section • • • • • • • • • • • x ST IN (stereo input) section In this section you can operate the main parameters of the input channels and output channels, as well as the monitor output. Use the LAYER section (→ p. 19) to select the channels that are mapped to this section. In this section you can operate the main parameters of the stereo ST IN channels 1–4.
Top panel c STEREO MASTER section ••••••••••• v USER DEFINED KEYS section• • • • • • • • • In this section you can operate the main parameters of the STEREO channel. Here you can execute the functions that are programmed for the user-defined keys. 1 2 1 3 4 1 [SEL] key This key selects the STEREO channel as the target of operations. The L-channel and R-channel will be alternately selected as the target of operations each time you press the [SEL] key.
Top panel •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 D [CHANNEL JOB] key This key accesses a screen where you can make settings for Channel Link, Mute Group, and Recall Safe functions, and copy or move settings between channels. E [RECORDER] key This key accesses a screen where you can operate and make settings for the Recorder function which records and plays audio files.
Top panel m MIX/MATRIX SELECT section • • • • • • • • • , Display • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • In this section you can select the MIX channel or MATRIX channel that will be the object of operations. In this display you can view and edit all mix parameters, as well as various settings. 1 Use the DISPLAY ACCESS section (→ p. 19) to select the screen that you want to view. Then use the cursor keys of the data entry section (→ p.
Top panel In this section you can operate the most important mix parameters for the currently selected input channel or output channel. The function of the controllers in this section will depend on the type of channel that is selected. ● When an INPUT/ST IN channel is selected The encoder will adjust the send level from that channel to the currently selected bus. (For a FIXED type bus, the encoder will switch the send on/off.
Top panel I J K L EQ [HIGH] key EQ [HIGH MID] key EQ [LOW MID] key EQ [LOW] key These keys select the band controlled by encoders 6–8. By simultaneously pressing the EQ [HIGH] key and EQ [LOW] key, you can reset the gain of all four bands to 0 dB. ⁄2 USB connector (side panel, to the right of the display) ••••••••••••••••• This connector lets you connect USB memory. M [HOME] key This key returns the state of the LS9’s panel to home position. When you press this key, the panel will change as follows.
Rear panel Rear panel LS9-16 4 2 5 L M 5 67 67 K 8 1 3 Parts and their function 2 J LS9-32 K L M J 4 2 8 9 1 3 LS9-16/32 Owner’s Manual 23
Rear panel 1 INPUT jacks 1–16 {1–32} LS9-16 LS9-32 These are balanced XLR-3-31 female input jacks for inputting analog audio signals from line level devices or microphones. The nominal input level is -62 dBu – +10 dBu. Resettable head amps are provided on all jacks, and head amp settings can be stored in scene memory.
Rear panel 5 6 7 L 8 M K J 2 LS9-16 4 5 6 7 8 9 LS9-16 J LS9-32 D NETWORK connector This connector allows the LS9 to be connected to a Windows computer via a CAT3 (transfer rate: maximum 10 Mbps) or CAT5 (transfer rate: maximum 100 Mbps) compatible Ethernet cable. This is used mainly for controlling mix parameters or editing scene memories and libraries from the dedicated “LS9 Editor” application program.
Front panel Front panel 1 2 1 PHONES LEVEL control This adjusts the level of the signal that is output from the PHONES OUT jack 2. B PHONES OUT (headphone output) jack This is a headphone jack for monitoring the MONITOR OUT or CUE signal.
Chapter 3 Basic operations on the LS9 Basic operations in the top panel Here we explain basic operations you’ll perform in the LS9’s top panel. About the [HOME] key The [HOME] key in the SELECTED CHANNEL section restores the LS9’s panel to its basic state (home position). Selecting the fader layer 3 Basic operations on the LS9 This chapter explains the various user interfaces you’ll use to operate the LS9, and basic operations.
Basic operations in the top panel The combination of channels corresponding to each key is as follows.
Basic operations in the top panel Using the SELECTED CHANNEL section Use the keys of the DISPLAY ACCESS section when you want to use functions other than mix parameters, or when you want to change various settings. 3 Basic operations on the LS9 You can use the encoders and keys of the SELECTED CHANNEL section to directly operate the mix parameters (EQ, pan, dynamics, etc.) of the currently selected channel from the top panel.
Viewing the display Viewing the display Here we explain the various types of information shown in the display. Constant display area 1 2 5 D User name / status This shows the name of the user who is currently loggedin (authenticated and permitted to operate the console). Other indicators are shown here if oscillator or talkback is on, or if internal memory or USB memory is being accessed.
Viewing the display Main area The contents of the main area will depend on the currently selected function. ■ Popup windows Some windows show lists or details of specific parameters in the screen. These are called “popup windows.” Popup window ■ SELECTED CH VIEW screen This screen shows all mix parameters of the currently selected channel. To access this screen, press the [HOME] key of the SELECTED CHANNEL section.
Viewing the display The on-screen user interface The interface shown in the screen of the LS9 includes the following items. ■ Cursor The blinking red and yellow frame displayed in the screen is called the “cursor.” The cursor is used to specify the object of your operations. Use the cursor keys of the data entry section to move the cursor up/down/left/right. Cursor ■ Knobs and faders Knobs in the screen are used to view or edit the values of the corresponding parameters.
Viewing the display ■ Keyboard window ● CAUTION dialog box The keyboard window shown below will appear when you assign a name or comment to a scene or library, or when you assign a name to a channel. To enter characters, move the cursor to the desired character in the window and press the [ENTER] key. (For the procedure → p. 34) This dialog box will display a warning if a fatal error has occurred in the operation you attempted to execute.
Assigning a name Assigning a name On the LS9, you can assign a name to each input channel and output channel, and assign a title to each scene or library data item when you save it. To assign a name, you will use the keyboard window that is shown in the main area. 1 Access the window where you can assign a ● DEL button name. Deletes the character to the right of the text cursor. The illustration below shows the SCENE STORE popup window that is used when assigning a name to a scene.
Using the tool buttons Using the tool buttons The title bar at the top of some popup windows and screens contains tool buttons that provide additional functions. You can use these buttons to recall related libraries, or to copy the parameters of a channel to a different channel. Here we will explain how to use the tool buttons. Tool buttons like the following are shown in the ATT/ HPF/EQ, DYNAMICS 1/2, GEQ, and EFFECT popup windows and screens.
Using the tool buttons In the SELECTED CH VIEW screen, move the cursor to the knob corresponding to EQ or dynamics 1/2, or to a button that has a ▼ symbol, and press the [ENTER] key. [ RACK screen ] In the DISPLAY ACCESS section, repeatedly press the [RACK 1-4] or [RACK 5-8] key. HINT HINT • If POPUP APPEARS WHEN PRESSING KNOBS is turned on in the PREFERENCE popup window (→ p. 194), you can access the popup window by pressing the SELECTED CHANNEL section encoder that corresponds to EQ or dynamics 1/2.
Using the tool buttons The GEQ library holds two types of data; 31BandGEQ or Flex15GEQ. Recall is not possible if you’ve selected a type that is different than the recall-destination GEQ. ● Effect library Effect settings whose effect type is “HQ.Pitch” or “Freeze” can be recalled only to racks 5 or 7. They cannot be recalled if any other rack is selected. If you select a library item number that cannot be recalled, the RECALL button will be disabled.
Using the tool buttons ● Erasing data from a library 1 Access a popup window or screen that contains tool buttons. 2 Move the cursor to the LIB button in the toolbar and press the [ENTER] key to access the popup window of the corresponding library. Initializing settings Here’s how you can return the EQ/dynamics settings of the currently selected channel or the effect settings of a rack to their initial state. HINT • GEQ settings can be initialized using the FLAT button in the screen.
Using the tool buttons Here’s how you can copy the EQ/dynamics settings of the currently selected channel or the GEQ/effect settings of the currently selected rack to buffer memory, and then paste them to a different channel or rack. Copy/paste is limited to the following combinations.
Using the tool buttons 5 When you want to compare the first and second versions of your settings, move the cursor to the COMPARE button and press the [ENTER] key. You will return to the first version of your settings. At this time, the second version of your settings will be saved in buffer memory.
Chapter 4 Connections and setup This chapter explains how to connect the audio inputs and outputs, how to perform the setup necessary when starting the LS9 for the first time, and how to check the operation. Connections ■ Analog input connections • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Connections and setup 4 LS9-16 LS9-32 Connect microphones or line level devices to INPUT jacks 1–16 {1–32}.
Connections ■ Analog output connections• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Monitor speakers Power amp LS9-16 Power amp Power amp Monitor speakers (foldback) Main speakers OMNI OUT jacks 1–8 {1–16} can be connected to your main speakers, monitor speakers (foldback), or monitor speakers for the engineer. When the LS9 is in its initial state, the signal from the following channels is patched to each OMNI OUT jack.
Connections ■ Digital input/output connections ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• e.g., CD recorder LS9-16 Power amp Digital I/O card Speaker processor (e.g., Yamaha DME64N) Connections and setup 4 Main speakers Use the 2TR IN DIGITAL/2TR OUT DIGITAL jacks or the mini-YGDAI slot to send or receive digital audio signals between the LS9 and external equipment.
Installing an option card Installing an option card Before you install an I/O card in a slot, you must check the Yamaha website to verify whether the LS9 supports that card and to verify the number of other Yamaha cards or third-party cards that can be used in conjunction with it. http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/ 4 Fasten the card using the screws attached To install an option I/O card, proceed as follows. 1 Make sure that the power is turned off.
Setup required when starting up Setup required when starting up Here we explain the setup that is required when starting the LS9 for the first time. So that you can check whether the connections are correct, we also describe the basic procedure for getting the input signal from an INPUT channel to be output from the STEREO bus. 3 Move the cursor to the scene list, and use the dial or the [DEC]/[INC] keys to make “000 Initial Data” appear in the highlighted line in the center of the list.
Setup required when starting up Word clock connection and settings “Word clock” is the clock data that provides the timing basis for audio signals to be processed digitally. If a digital I/O card installed in a slot is digitally connected to an external device such as a DAW system, CD player, or HDR (hard disk recorder), and you want digital audio signals to be transmitted or received between the LS9 and the external device, you must synchronize the word clock of the respective devices.
Setup required when starting up clock source to which the LS9 will synchronize. ● If you want the clock source to be the clock data included in a digital audio signal from a slot Turn on a valid 2-channel button for the corresponding slot. ● If you want the clock source to be the clock data included in the digital audio signal from the 2TR IN DIGITAL jack Turn on the 2TR IN button.
Setup required when starting up 4 Press the SELECTED CHANNEL section [HOME] key. The [HOME] key restores the LS9’s panel to its basic state (home position). When you press this key, the SELECTED CH VIEW screen will appear in the display, showing all the parameters of the channel that is selected by its [SEL] key. Also, SENDS ON FADER mode will be defeated, and the channel level function will be assigned to the faders. 5 Use either of the following methods to adjust the HA gain of the selected channel.
Setup required when starting up Here’s how to access a popup window where you can make HA settings for a group of eight channels. 1 Make sure that a mic or instrument is connected to the INPUT jack (→ p. 41). 2 Press the SELECTED CHANNEL section [HOME] key. The SELECTED CH VIEW screen will appear in the display. 1 2 1 +48V button B GAIN knob C ø (phase) button HINT • If you’ve turned on POPUP APPEARS WHEN PRESSING KNOBS in the PREFERENCE popup window (→ p.
Setup required when starting up Sending an input channel signal to the STEREO bus Here we explain how to adjust the level of a signal sent from a gain-adjusted input channel to the STEREO bus, adjust its pan (INPUT channel) or balance (ST IN channel), and monitor it from external speakers connected to the STEREO channel. The following procedure will let you check whether the mic, instrument, and main speakers are connected appropriately.
Setup required when starting up 6 Raise the fader of the currently selected channel (or the encoder for a ST IN channel) to obtain an appropriate volume. In this state, you should hear sound from the speaker system patched to the STEREO channel. If you don’t hear sound, watch the stereo meter located at the right of the display to see whether the LR meter is moving.
Setup required when starting up HINT • If you’ve turned on POPUP APPEARS WHEN PRESSING KNOBS in the PREFERENCE popup window (→ p. 194), you can also access this popup window by pressing the SELECTED CHANNEL section [PAN] encoder. 4 In the STEREO MASTER section of the top panel, make sure that the STEREO channel [ON] key is on, and raise the STEREO channel fader to 0 dB. 5 Make sure that the ST button for each channel in the window is on (white characters on a pink background).
Chapter 5 Input channel operations This chapter explains operations for input channels (INPUT channels and ST IN channels). The input channel are the section that processes the signals received from the rear panel input jacks or slot, and sends them to the STEREO bus, MONO bus, and MIX buses. There are two types of input channel, as follows. ■ INPUT channels 1–32 {1–64} • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • These channels are used to process monaural signals.
Signal flow for input channels ● INPUT PATCH ● LCR (Left/Center/Right) This assigns input signals to the input channels. This sends the signal of the input channel to the STEREO bus / MONO bus as a three-channel signal that adds a C (Center) channel to the L/R channels. ● ø (phase) Switches the phase of the input signal. ● HPF (High Pass Filter) This is a high pass filter that cuts the region below the specified frequency. ● ATT (attenuator) Attenuates/boosts the level of the input signal.
Specifying the channel name / icon Specifying the channel name / icon On the LS9, the name and icon shown in the screen can be specified for each input channel. Here we will explain how to specify the channel name and icon. 1 Press the SELECTED CHANNEL section [HOME] key. The SELECTED CH VIEW screen will appear in the display. 2 Use the LAYER section to select the desired 4 Move the cursor to the input port select popup button in the HA field of the screen, and press the [ENTER] key.
Specifying the channel name / icon 5 To select an icon for this channel, move the cursor to the icon button and press the [ENTER] key. The window display will change as follows. channel, and specify its icon and channel name in the same way. While the PATCH/NAME popup window is displayed, you can use the [SEL] keys to switch the channel that you’re operating. 3 10 When you’ve finished entering information, 1 You will return to the SELECTED CH VIEW screen.
HA (head amp) settings HA (head amp) settings Here’s how to make HA (Head Amp) settings such as phantom power on/off, gain, and phase for each input channel. 1 Press the SELECTED CHANNEL section [HOME] key. The SELECTED CH VIEW screen will appear in the display. 2 5 Input channel operations 1 In the HA/PATCH popup window you can adjust the HA gain, switch phantom power on/off, and switch the phase for sets of eight channels.
HA (head amp) settings • Sending the signal from an input channel to the STEREO/MONO bus 8 To switch the phase of each channel between normal and reverse phase, move the cursor to the ø button of the desired channel in the window, and press the [ENTER] key. 10 When you’ve finished making settings, move the cursor to the CLOSE button (or the × symbol in the upper right of the window) and press the [ENTER] key.
Sending the signal from an input channel to the STEREO/MONO bus 1 Make sure that an input source is con- nected to the input channel you’re operating, and make head amp settings for phantom power, gain, and phase to obtain the optimal input signal (→ p. 57).
Sending the signal from an input channel to the STEREO/MONO bus For channels whose MODE button is set to LCR mode, the following button and knob are shown instead of the ST button 3 and MONO button 4. 6 7 11 In the top panel channel module section or ST IN section, make sure that the [ON] key is turned on for the input channel you want to operate, and raise the fader/encoder to an appropriate position.
Signal level Sending the signal from an input channel to the STEREO/MONO bus If a ST IN channel is selected, operating the TO ST BALANCE knob will change the signal levels sent from the ST IN L/R channels to the STEREO (L/R) bus and MONO (C) bus as shown in the following illustration.
Sending the signal from an input channel to a MIX bus Sending the signal from an input channel to a MIX bus Here we will explain how to send the signal of an input channel to MIX buses 1–16. MIX buses are used mainly to send signals to on-stage foldback speakers or to external effect processors. Signals can be sent from an input channel to a MIX bus in the following three ways.
Sending the signal from an input channel to a MIX bus 3 Use the LAYER section keys and the [SEL] keys of the channel module section or ST IN section to select the input channel that you want to operate. 4 Use the MIX/MATRIX SELECT section keys to select the send-destination MIX bus. The LED of the corresponding key will light, indicating that it is selected as the send-destination.
Sending the signal from an input channel to a MIX bus In this method, you use the MIX SEND popup window to adjust the send levels from eight channels to a MIX bus. The MIX SEND popup window shows the parameters for the eight channels that include the channel you selected in step 3. The contents of the window will differ depending on whether the send-destination MIX bus is VARI type or FIXED type.
Sending the signal from an input channel to a MIX bus HINT • If PRE is selected as the send position to the MIX bus, then you will also be able to select either PRE EQ (immediately before the attenuator) or PRE FADER (immediately before the fader) for each MIX bus (→ p. 213). • If desired, the pan/balance setting of the signal sent to a stereo MIX bus can be linked with the TO ST PAN/TO ST BAL knob of the SELECTED CH VIEW screen (→ p. 213).
Sending the signal from an input channel to a MIX bus 3 Use the MIX/MATRIX SELECT section keys to select the send-destination MIX bus. The LED of the corresponding key will light, indicating that it is selected as the send-destination. 4 Press the same key of the MIX/MATRIX SELECT section once again. The key will change from lit to blinking, and the LEDs of the remaining keys in the MIX/MATRIX SELECT section will light.
Chapter 6 Output channel operations This chapter explains operations for output channels (MIX channels, MATRIX channels, STEREO channels, MONO channels). The output channel section takes the signals sent from the input channels to the various buses, processes them with EQ and dynamics, and sends them to output ports or other buses. The following types of output channel are provided.
Signal flow for output channels ■ STEREO channel / MONO (C) channel •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Each of these channels process the signal sent from the input channels to the STEREO bus or MONO (C) bus, and send it to an output port or MATRIX bus. If input channels are set to LCR mode, the STEREO (L/R) channels and the MONO (C) channel can be used together as a set of three output channels. When the LS9 is in the initial state, the STEREO channel is assigned to the 2TR OUT DIGITAL jack.
Signal flow for output channels • Specifying the channel name / icon If the send-destination MATRIX bus is set to stereo, you can use the TO MATRIX PAN knob in the screen to adjust the panning between the two MATRIX buses. If the sendsource is the STEREO channel or a stereo MIX channel, use the TO MATRIX BALANCE knob to adjust the volume balance of the left and right channels sent to the two MATRIX buses.
Specifying the channel name / icon B Icon button This shows the icon that is selected for the corresponding channel. When you move the cursor to this button and press the [ENTER] key, a screen where you can select an icon and a sample name will appear. C Channel name input box This indicates the name that is assigned to the corresponding channel. When you move the cursor to this field and press the [ENTER] key, a keyboard window will appear, allowing you to enter a name.
Sending signals from MIX channels to the STEREO/MONO bus Sending signals from MIX channels to the STEREO/MONO bus This section explains how to send the signal of a MIX channel to the STEREO bus or MONO bus. Signals can be sent to the STEREO bus or MONO bus in either ST/MONO mode or LCR mode, and you can choose either of these two modes for each MIX channel. These two modes differ as follows.
Sending signals from MIX channels to the STEREO/MONO bus 5 If you want to switch the on/off status of the signal sent from the MIX channel to the STEREO/MONO bus, or switch it between ST/MONO mode and LCR mode, use either of the following methods to access the TO STEREO/MONO popup window. • Move the cursor to the PAN popup button located in the TO ST field of the SELECTED CH VIEW screen, and press the [ENTER] key.
Sending signals from MIX channels to the STEREO/MONO bus 9 If you want to use the MONO bus, make sure that the [ON] key of the MONO channel is turned on, and raise the fader of the MONO channel to an appropriate position. 13 Use the TO ST PAN knob in the TO STEREO/ MONO popup window to set the panning of the signal sent from the MIX channel to the STEREO (L/R) bus and the MONO (C) bus. This operation will differ between the LS9-16 and LS9-32.
Sending signals from MIX channels to the STEREO/MONO bus If the CSR knob is set to 100%, operating the TO ST PAN knob will change the signal levels sent to the STEREO (L/R) bus and MONO (C) bus as shown in the following illustration.
Sending signals from MIX channels and STEREO/MONO channels to MATRIX buses Sending signals from MIX channels and STEREO/MONO channels to MATRIX buses This section explains how to send the signal from a MIX channel or STEREO/MONO channel to MATRIX buses 1–8. You can do this in any of the following three ways.
Sending signals from MIX channels and STEREO/MONO channels to MATRIX buses 3 Use the MIX/MATRIX SELECT section keys HINT to select the send-destination MATRIX bus. • If PRE is selected as the send position to the MATRIX bus, then you will also be able to select either PRE EQ (immediately before the attenuator) or PRE FADER (immediately before the fader) for each two adjacent odd-numbered/evennumbered MATRIX buses (→ p. 213).
Sending signals from MIX channels and STEREO/MONO channels to MATRIX buses to the selected MATRIX bus, move the cursor to the corresponding knob of the FROM MIX field, and operate the [SELECTED SEND] encoder. You can obtain the same result by operating the dial or the [DEC]/[INC] keys. If the send-destination MATRIX bus is set to stereo, the send level to the two adjacent odd-numbered/evennumbered MATRIX buses will be linked.
Sending signals from MIX channels and STEREO/MONO channels to MATRIX buses If the send-destination MATRIX bus is set to stereo, the screen will change as follows. 7 To switch the on/off status of a signal sent to the MATRIX bus, move the cursor to the TO MATRIX ON/OFF button in the screen and press the [ENTER] key. If the send-destination MATRIX bus is set to stereo, operation of the adjacent left/right pair of buttons is linked.
Sending signals from MIX channels and STEREO/MONO channels to MATRIX buses to select the send-destination MATRIX bus. Only the LED of the corresponding key will blink, indicating that it is selected as the send-destination. 4 Press the same key of the MIX/MATRIX SELECT section once again. The key will change from lit to blinking, and the LEDs of the remaining keys in the MIX/MATRIX SELECT section will light.
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Chapter 7 Operations in the SELECTED CHANNEL section This chapter explains how you can use the SELECTED CHANNEL section and the SELECTED CH VIEW screen to control the parameters of a selected channel. About the SELECTED CHANNEL section 7 Operations in the SELECTED CHANNEL section The SELECTED CHANNEL section located at the right of the display corresponds to a channel module of a conventional analog mixer, and allows you to manually adjust all the major parameters of the currently selected channel.
About the SELECTED CH VIEW screen About the SELECTED CH VIEW screen When you press the [HOME] key, the SELECTED CH VIEW screen will appear in the display. This screen shows most of the parameters of the channel currently selected by its [SEL] key. You can use the SELECTED CH VIEW screen to check the values when operating the encoders of the SELECTED CHANNEL section, or when you need to edit more detailed parameters. The SELECTED CH VIEW screen contains the following items.
Operations in the SELECTED CHANNEL section Operations in the SELECTED CHANNEL section This section explains how you can use the SELECTED CHANNEL section to control all of the parameters for a specific channel. 1 Press the SELECTED CHANNEL section [HOME] key. The SELECTED CH VIEW screen will appear in the display. If you leave this screen displayed, you will always be able to view the settings in the screen while operating an encoder of the SELECTED CHANNEL section.
Operations in the SELECTED CHANNEL section Subsequent operations will differ depending on the parameters you want to adjust. ● Adjusting the send levels from a specific channel to the MIX buses / MATRIX buses Use the SEND field when you want to send the signal from an INPUT/ST IN channel to a MIX bus, or from a MIX, STEREO, or MONO channel to a MATRIX bus.
Operations in the SELECTED CHANNEL section ● Adjusting the send level from the MIX channels to a specific MATRIX bus ● Making HA settings (input channels only) To adjust the send level from the MIX channels to a specific MATRIX bus, access the send-destination MATRIX channel in the SELECTED CH VIEW screen. To control the head amp (HA) assigned to an INPUT/ST IN channel, you will use the [HA GAIN] encoder of the SELECTED CHANNEL section and the HA field of the SELECTED CHANNEL VIEW screen.
Operations in the SELECTED CHANNEL section ● Changing the output patching (Output channels only) To change the output patching of an output channel in the SELECTED CH VIEW screen, use the PATCH popup button. 1 2 B PAN/BAL knob The following parameter will change, according to the channel that is selected.
Operations in the SELECTED CHANNEL section ● Making dynamics settings HINT To operate the dynamics of the currently selected channel, use the SELECTED CHANNEL section [DYNAMICS 1]/ [DYNAMICS 2] encoder, and the DYNA1/DYNA2 field of the SELECTED CH VIEW screen. • If you’ve turned on POPUP APPEARS WHEN PRESSING KNOBS in the PREFERENCE popup window (→ p. 194), you can also access the above popup window by pressing the SELECTED CHANNEL section [DYNAMICS 1]/[DYNAMICS 2] encoder.
Operations in the SELECTED CHANNEL section ● Making direct output settings (INPUT channels only) HINT • You can also use the cursor keys to switch bands. • If you’ve turned on POPUP APPEARS WHEN PRESSING KNOBS in the PREFERENCE popup window (→ p. 194), you can also access the above popup window by pressing an EQ encoder in the SELECTED CHANNEL section. Use the DIRECT field to make direct-output related settings for an INPUT channel in the SELECTED CH VIEW screen. This field includes the following items.
Operations in the SELECTED CHANNEL section ● Turning a channel on/off ● Assigning a channel to a mute group Use the FADER field to switch the channel on/off in the SELECTED CH VIEW screen. This field includes the following items. In the SELECTED CH VIEW screen, use the MUTE field to assign a channel to a mute group (a group that allows multiple channels to be muted/unmuted simultaneously). This field includes the following items.
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Chapter 8 Custom fader layer This chapter explains how to assign the desired channels to the custom fader layer. About the custom fader layer The channel module section and ST IN channel section on the top panel of the LS9 consists of four layers called “fader layers.
About the custom fader layer • Assigning channels to the custom fader layer Of the above fader layers, channels are pre-assigned to fader layer 1-16 {1-32}, fader layer 17-32 {33-64}, and the master fader layer (→ p. 28). However, you are free to assign desired channels to the custom fader layer that is recalled when you press the LAYER [CUSTOM FADER] key. For example, INPUT channels belonging to different fader layers could be assigned to consecutive modules so that they can be operated together.
Assigning channels to the custom fader layer 1 Channel module select field Select the channels that will be assigned to the top panel channel modules 1–16 {1–32}. B ST IN channel select field Select the channels that will be assigned to the top panel ST IN channels 1–2 {1–4}.
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Chapter 9 Input/output patching This chapter explains how to edit the input patching and output patching, how to connect inserts, and how to use direct outputs. Changing the output patching When the LS9 is in the initial state, the output ports (jacks and internal ports) are patched to the following output channels.
Changing the output patching 2 Move the cursor to the PATCH popup button in the screen, and press the [ENTER] key. The HA/PATCH popup window will appear. This popup window shows the output port assigned to the output channels, in groups of eight channels. 1 Category tab This selects the type of output ports that are shown in the lower part of the popup window. Each tab corresponds to the following output ports. ● OMNI/2TR OUT Shows the OMNI OUT jacks 1–8 {1–16} and 2TR OUT DIGITAL jack.
Changing the output patching ● Selecting the output channel for each output port Here’s how to select the output channel that will be the output source for each output port. 1 In the DISPLAY ACCESS section, press the [SETUP] key repeatedly to access the SYSTEM SETUP screen. 2 3 1 4 5 6 7 8 9 J 1 INITIALIZE button This initializes the settings for the displayed output ports.
Changing the output patching F Delay time setting knob This knob sets the delay time of the output port. Move the cursor to this knob and use the dial or the [DEC]/ [INC] keys to adjust the setting. The delay time value is shown below the knob, using the units selected in the DELAY SCALE field (3). G DELAY button Switches the delay on/off for the output port. H ø (phase) button Switches the phase of the signal assigned to the output port between normal phase (black) and reverse phase (orange).
Changing the input patching Changing the input patching When the LS9 is in the initial state, the following input ports (jacks / internal ports) are patched to each input channel. 2 Move the cursor to the HA popup button in For the LS9-16 Input port (jack / internal port) INPUT jacks 1–16 INPUT channels 17–32 Slot input channels 1–16 ST IN channels 1–4 (L/R) Rack outputs 5–8 (L/R) For the LS9-32 Input channels the screen, and press the [ENTER] key. The HA/PATCH popup window will appear.
Changing the input patching 3 Move the cursor to the port select popup button for the desired channel, and press the [ENTER] key. The INPUT PORT SELECT popup window will appear, allowing you to select the input port for the input channel. This popup window contains the following items. 4 Use the category tabs and the port select buttons to select the input-source port. 5 Move the cursor to the CLOSE button and press the [ENTER] key to return to the previous screen.
Inserting an external device into a channel Inserting an external device into a channel If necessary, you can insert an internal effect/GEQ or an external device such as an effect processor into the signal path of INPUT channels 1–32 or any output channel (MIX, MATRIX, STEREO, MONO). When doing so, the type of input/output port used for the insertion and the signal patch location of the insertion can be specified individually for each channel.
Inserting an external device into a channel 7 Move the cursor to the input port select E Output port select popup button F Input port select popup button popup button, and press the [ENTER] key. These buttons select the output port and input port that are patched to insert-out and insert-in. The currently selected output port and input port are shown. G INSERT ON/OFF button This button turns the insert on/off.
Directly outputting an INPUT channel Directly outputting an INPUT channel The signal of an INPUT channel can be output directly from the desired OMNI OUT jack or from the output channel of a desired slot. For example by sending signals to an external digital recorder via a digital I/O card installed in a slot, you can make a live recording without affecting the LS9’s internal mixing. 1 Connect your external device to an OMNI OUT jack or to an I/O card installed in a slot {1/2}.
Directly outputting an INPUT channel 4 Move the cursor to the port select popup button, and press the [ENTER] key. The OUTPUT PORT SELECT popup window will appear, allowing you to select the output port that will be patched to direct output. 8 Move the cursor to the DIRECT OUT ON/ OFF button, and press the [DEC]/[INC] keys or the [ENTER] key to turn it ON. This enables the direct output you specified.
Chapter 10 USB memory recorder This chapter explains how to use the USB memory recorder. About the USB memory recorder ■ Signal flow for the USB memory recorder MIX 1–16 MATRIX 1–8 RECORDER INPUT L STEREO L/R USB memory recorder MONO INPUT 1–32 {1–64} DIRECT OUT R L R PLAYBACK OUT INPUT 1–32 {1–64} 10 USB memory recorder The LS9 provides a USB memory recorder function that lets you easily record internal signals to USB memory, or play back audio files recorded on USB memory.
Assigning channels to the input/output of the recorder Assigning channels to the input/output of the recorder Here’s how to patch the desired channels to the input and output of the USB memory recorder. You can patch any desired output channel or the direct output of an INPUT channel to the recorder input, and you can patch the recorder output to any desired input channel. 1 In the DISPLAY ACCESS section, press the [RECORDER] key repeatedly to access the RECORDER screen.
Assigning channels to the input/output of the recorder B Channel select buttons Select the channels that will be assigned to the USB memory recorder’s inputs, from the following choices. ● MIX 1–16 MIX channels 1–16 ● MTRX 1–8 6 To assign channels to the recorder outputs, move the cursor to the PLAYBACK OUT popup button L or R, and press the [ENTER] key. The OUTPUT CH SELECT popup window will appear.
Recording to USB memory Recording to USB memory Here’s how to record the signal of the desired output channels as an audio file (MP3) onto the USB memory inserted in the USB connector located at the right of the display. 1 In the DISPLAY ACCESS section, press the [RECORDER] key repeatedly to access the RECORDER screen. For playback as well, you will only be able to play back audio files that are saved in the SONGS folder or in the currently selected folder below that level.
Recording to USB memory 6 Move the cursor to the REC button (●) at the bottom of the screen, and press the [ENTER] key. You will use the transport at the bottom of the screen to perform record/play/stop operations for the recorder. 1 2 3 4 5 D FF ( ) button ● When you move the cursor to this button, and press and immediately release the [ENTER] key You will move to the beginning of the next song in the title list.
Playing back audio files from USB memory Playing back audio files from USB memory Here’s how to play back audio files that have been saved on USB memory. In addition to files that were recorded on the LS9 console, you can also play files that were copied from your computer to USB memory. The three types of file format that can be played are MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3), WMA (Windows Media Audio), and AAC (MPEG-4 AAC), and the playable sampling rates are 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz.
Playing back audio files from USB memory 3 You can use the change directory button in the screen and the folder icon in the No. field to view a content list of the folder that includes the desired file. ● To move to a folder below Move the cursor to a folder icon shown in the No. field of the list, and press the [ENTER] key. 4 Operate the dial or the [DEC]/[INC] keys so that the desired file is shown in the center of the list.
Editing the title list Editing the title list Here’s how you can change the order of the audio files shown in the title list, and edit the titles or artist names. 1 Connect USB memory containing audio 4 If you want to edit a title in the title list, files to the USB connector. 2 In the DISPLAY ACCESS section, press the [RECORDER] key repeatedly to access the TITLE LIST screen.
Editing the title list • Linking scene recall with audio file playback ● SAVE LIST button NOTE • Two-byte code or Latin-1 (ISO-8859-1) code characters will not be sorted correctly. ● ↑ / ↓ buttons When you move the cursor to these buttons and press the [ENTER] key, the track number of the file currently selected in the title list will be moved upward or downward by one.
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Chapter 11 EQ and Dynamics This chapter explains the EQ (equalizer) and dynamics that are provided on each channel of the LS9. About EQ and dynamics Each input channel and output channel of the LS9 provides a four-band EQ and dynamics. EQ can be used on all input channels and all output channels. An attenuator is provided immediately before the EQ, allowing you to adjust the level of the input signal. In addition, input channels provide a high-pass filter that is independent of the EQ.
Using EQ H LOW shelving button If this button is on, the LOW band EQ will switch to a shelving type. In this case, the LOW band Q knob will not be shown. The window contains the following items. 1 3 2 4 8 J K 5 6 I Q/FREQ/GAIN knobs For each of the LOW, LOW MID, HIGH MID, and HIGH bands, these knobs adjust the Q (steepness), FREQ (center frequency), and GAIN (amount of boost/cut). HINT • You can move the cursor to one of the knobs in 9 and press the [ENTER] key to switch the EQ on/off.
Using EQ • Using dynamics 6 If you want to use the high-pass filter on an input channel, operate the HPF FREQ knob or HPF ON/OFF button in the ATT/HPF/EQ popup window. Input channels provide a high-pass filter that is independent of the four-band EQ. Use the HPF ON/OFF button to switch the high-pass filter on/off, and use the HPF FREQ knob to specify the cutoff frequency. HINT • Output channels do not provide a high-pass filter that is independent of the EQ.
Using dynamics F KEY IN SOURCE box You can select a key-in signal in this box. Alternatively, you can access the KEY IN SOURCE SELECT popup window and select the key-in signal there. For details on the procedure, refer to step 6. The window contains the following items. 1 2 3 G Other parameters This area shows other dynamics parameters. The parameters shown will depend on the currently selected dynamics type.
Using dynamics 6 Select the key-in signal as necessary. 7 If you want to initialize dynamics settings or You can select one of the following as the key-in signal. copy them to another channel, use the tool buttons in the DYNAMICS 1/DYNAMICS 2 popup window. For an input channel For details on how to use these buttons, refer to “Using the tool buttons” (→ p. 35).
Using the EQ/Dynamics libraries Using the EQ/Dynamics libraries EQ or dynamics settings can be stored in or recalled from dedicated libraries. EQ library Dynamics library The EQ library consists of an input EQ library that lets you store and recall EQ settings for input channels, and an output EQ library that lets you store and recall EQ settings for output channels. To access each library, move the cursor to the LIB tool button in the ATT/HPF/EQ popup window and press the [ENTER] key.
Chapter 12 Grouping and linking This chapter explains the Mute Group function that lets you simultaneously control the muting of multiple channels, the Channel Link function that links the parameters of multiple channels, and the operations that let you copy or move parameters between channels. About mute groups Mute groups allow you to switch muting on/off for multiple channels together. For example, you can use mute groups to cut out multiple non-adjacent channels simultaneously.
Using mute groups The MUTE GROUP screen of the CHANNEL JOB screen contains the following items. 1 4 Assign channels to other mute groups in the same way. 2 4 HINT • You are free to assign the same channel to more than one mute group. 5 To mute the channels assigned to a mute group, move the cursor to the MUTE GROUP MASTER 1–8 button for the desired mute group, and press the [ENTER] key (multiple selections are allowed).
Using mute groups 2 Use the LAYER section keys and the [SEL] keys to select the channel whose mute group(s) you want to specify. In the SELECTED CH VIEW screen you can use the MUTE field to specify the mute group(s) to which the currently selected channel belongs. Using the Mute Safe function If necessary, specific channels registered to a mute group can be temporarily excluded from mute group operations (Mute Safe).
The Channel Link function The Channel Link function Channel Link is a function that links the operation of parameters such as fader and EQ between input channels. The parameters to be linked can be selected from the following choices. • • • • • • • HA GAIN settings (linked while preserving the difference in level.) EQ settings Dynamics 1 and 2 settings On/off status of signals sent to MIX buses Send levels of signals sent to MIX buses Fader operations (linked while preserving the difference in level.
The Channel Link function 3 If you turned on the MIX ON or MIX SEND buttons in step 2, use the buttons of the SEND PARAMETER field to specify the bus(es) for which you want operations to be linked (multiple selections are allowed). The table below lists the parameters you can select in the SEND PARAMETER field.
Copying, moving, or initializing a channel Copying, moving, or initializing a channel This section explains how you can copy or move mix parameters between channels, or restore the parameters of a specific channel to their default settings. Copying the parameters of a channel You can copy the mix parameter settings of a channel to another channel. When you execute the copy operation, the settings will overwrite the parameters of the copy-destination.
Copying, moving, or initializing a channel Moving the parameters of a channel The settings of a specific input channel can be moved to a different input channel. When you execute a Move operation, the numbering of the channels between the movesource and move-destination will move forward or backward by one. Move 2 To select the move-source channel, press the corresponding [SEL] key to make it light. The corresponding channel is highlighted in the SOURCE CH field of the window.
Copying, moving, or initializing a channel Initializing the parameters of a channel If desired, you can restore the parameters of any channel to an initialized state. This operation can be performed on any channel(s). 1 In the DISPLAY ACCESS section, press the [CHANNEL JOB] key repeatedly to access the CH CLEAR screen of the CHANNEL JOB screens. 2 3 1 1 TARGET CHs field In this field, select the channel(s) that you want to initialize.
Chapter 13 Scene memory This chapter explains how to perform scene memory operations. About scene memories On the LS9, settings such as the mix parameters and input/output port patching can be assigned a name and stored into memory (and later recalled from memory) as a “scene.” Scenes are numbered with a scene number in the range of 000–300. Of these scenes, scene 000 is a read-only scene that restores the mix parameters to their default state, and scenes 001– 300 are rewritable.
Using scene memories NOTE • Simply changing the scene number does not actually execute the store or recall operation. To execute the store or recall operation, you must use the STORE/RECALL buttons in the SCENE MEMORY screen as explained in step 2 and following or in “Recalling a scene” (→ p. 131), or use a user-defined key (→ p. 132) to which you’ve assigned the scene store/ recall function. 2 In the DISPLAY ACCESS section, press the [SCENE MEMORY] key repeatedly to access the SCENE LIST screen.
Using scene memories 7 To execute the Store operation, move the cursor to the OK button and press the [ENTER] key. The current mix settings will be stored to the scene number you selected in step 3. If you decide to cancel the Store operation, move the cursor to the CANCEL button instead of the OK button, and press the [ENTER] key. Recalling a scene To recall a scene that was stored in scene memory, use the SCENE MEMORY screen.
Using scene memories 4 To execute the Recall operation, move the cursor to the OK button and press the [ENTER] key. The scene you selected in step 2 will be recalled. If you decide not to execute the Recall operation, move the cursor to the CANCEL button instead of the OK button, and press the [ENTER] key. HINT • You have the option of making settings so that the Recall Confirmation dialog box does not appear (→ p. 194).
Using scene memories 2 Move the cursor to the USER DEFINED KEYS button and press the [ENTER] key to access the USER DEFINED KEYS popup window. The USER DEFINED KEYS popup window lets you assign functions to user defined keys [1]–[12]. 5 When you’ve finished making settings, move the cursor to the OK button and press the [ENTER] key to close the popup window. If desired, assign scene-recall functions to other userdefined keys in the same way.
Editing scene memories Editing scene memories This section explains how to sort the scenes stored in scene memory, edit their titles, and copy/ paste them. Sorting and renaming scene memories You can use a dedicated window to sort the saved scene memories in alphabetical order of their titles or in order of the date on which they were created. You can also edit their titles. 1 In the DISPLAY ACCESS section, press the [SCENE MEMORY] key repeatedly to access the SCENE LIST screen.
Editing scene memories 3 If you want the scenes to be listed in a dif- ferent order, move the cursor to the “NO.” or “TITLE” buttons located above the scene list, or to “TIME STAMP” located above the STATUS/TIME STAMP field, and press the [ENTER] key. 1 2 3 5 To turn the protect setting on/off for a scene, move the cursor to the R symbol / protect symbol of the selected scene, and press the [ENTER] key.
Editing scene memories Scene memory editing Copying/pasting a scene The scenes stored in scene memory can be copied/pasted to other scene numbers, or cleared (erased). Here’s how to copy a scene into buffer memory, and then paste it to a different scene number. 1 In the DISPLAY ACCESS section, press the 1 In the DISPLAY ACCESS section, press the Scene memories are edited using the buttons shown in the upper part of the SCENE MEMORY screen. Each button has the following function.
Editing scene memories cursor to the OK button and press the [ENTER] key. The scene stored in the buffer memory will be pasted to the scene number you selected in step 5. If you decide to cancel the Paste operation, use the CANCEL button instead of the OK button. NOTE • Be aware that when you paste to a scene number in which a scene has already been stored, the existing scene will be overwritten. • Read-only scenes or write-protected scenes cannot be pasted.
Editing scene memories Cutting a scene Here’s how to cut a scene. When you cut a scene, the scenes of subsequent numbers will move forward. After you cut a scene, you’ll be able to paste or insert it at the desired location. 1 In the DISPLAY ACCESS section, press the [SCENE MEMORY] key to access any one of the SCENE MEMORY screens.
Using the Focus function Using the Focus function “Focus” is a function that lets you select the parameters that will be updated when you recall each scene, so that only specific parameters will be updated when you recall that scene. For example, it is convenient to use this if you want to recall only the input channel settings of a certain scene.
Using the Recall Safe function Using the Recall Safe function “Recall Safe” is a function that excludes only specific parameters/channels from Recall operations. This differs from the Focus settings (→ p. 139) made for individual scenes in that Recall Safe settings are common to all scenes. 1 In the DISPLAY ACCESS section, press the [CHANNEL JOB] key repeatedly to access the RECALL SAFE screen. In this screen you can make settings for the Recall Safe function. The window contains the following items.
Using the Recall Safe function 3 If you want to enable Recall Safe for specific parameters of the selected channel, make the following settings in the SAFE PARAMETER field. ● If a STEREO/MONO channel is selected With the exception of the types of button that are displayed, this is the same as for an input channel.
Using the Recall Safe function These buttons correspond to the following parameters.
Using the Recall Safe function • Using the Fade function 5 If you want to enable Recall Safe for global parameters, turn on the desired buttons in the GLOBAL field. These buttons correspond to the following parameters. Button name Corresponding parameters INPUT PATCH Input port patching INPUT NAME Input channel name OUTPUT PATCH Output port patching OUTPUT NAME Output channel name 1–8 Rack 1–8 settings 6 When you’ve finished making settings, execute a Recall operation.
Using the Fade function 2 Make sure that the cursor is located some- where other than the constant display area, and use the dial or the [DEC]/[INC] keys to select the scene for which you want to make Fade function settings. 3 Move the cursor to the SET popup button, and press the [ENTER] key to access the FADE TIME popup window. In this popup window you can select the channels to which Fade will be applied, and adjust the fade time.
Chapter 14 Monitor/Cue This chapter explains the LS9’s monitor/cue functions. About the monitor/cue functions The Monitor function lets you audition various signals through your nearfield monitors or headphones. The LS9’s front panel has a PHONES OUT jack for monitoring, and this jack always lets you monitor the signal that is selected as the monitoring source. By assigning the MONITOR OUT L/R/C channels to the desired output jacks, you can also monitor the same signal through external speakers.