DM-4800 OWNER'S MANUAL - zZounds.com - Tascam
DM-4800 OWNER'S MANUAL - zZounds.com - Tascam
DM-4800 OWNER'S MANUAL - zZounds.com - Tascam
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2 – Basic operational concepts : Encoders<br />
Encoders<br />
The 24 rotary encoders at the top of each channel can<br />
perform a variety of functions, selected using the<br />
twelve keys at the right of the top panel.<br />
Figure 2.12: Encoder functions<br />
As you can see, by using these keys, you can set the<br />
levels of channels, busses, and aux sends, even when<br />
you are not in that particular fader layer.<br />
Also, the channel aux send, dynamics processor and<br />
EQ setting modes are useful for convenient viewing<br />
and setting of a number of channel parameters at<br />
once.<br />
Flipping the encoders<br />
The FLIP key exchanges the functions of the faders<br />
and the encoders, allowing the touch-sensitive faders<br />
to be used for automating tasks that might otherwise<br />
be performed by the encoders.<br />
When this key is pressed, the faders automatically<br />
move to reflect the new values assigned to them.<br />
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The current setting of the encoders can be read from<br />
the ring of indicators surrounding each encoder; as<br />
explained in “Reading the encoder indicators” on<br />
page 24<br />
Other settings are available through the OPTION<br />
ENCODER MODE screen:<br />
Figure 2.13: Setting the encoder mode<br />
Use the cursor keys to navigate around the “map” of<br />
the twelve ENCODER MODE keys, the wheel to<br />
select an assignment for the selected key, and the<br />
ENTER key to <strong>com</strong>plete the assignment.<br />
TIP<br />
You may find that the preferences described in<br />
“Encoder Mode Follows Current Screen” on page 44<br />
and “Current Screen Follows Encoder Mode” on<br />
page 44 make life easier when you are working with<br />
the encoders.<br />
TIP<br />
When setting up a cue mix on aux sends 1 and 2, for<br />
example, you can use the faders for this, while still<br />
keeping an eye on the main level settings (on the<br />
encoders).