Sound Devices CL-9 User Manual

CL-9

Linear Fader Controller for the 788T Digital Recorder

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The CL-9 Linear Fader Controller is an optional accessory for the 788T Digital Recorder. It signifi­cantly expands the mixing capability and accessibility of the recorder. The following is a list of key
features of the CL-9.

• 100 mm ultra-low latency linear faders on each input for precise control of post-fade levels

• Master rotary faders for Left, Right, Aux1, and Aux2 Tracks

• Provides access to the 788T parametric EQ

• Provides access to continuous pan to the Left and Right Tracks

• Provides access to the slating system

• Provides access to two separate private bidirectional talk back systems

• Allows user to quickly change parameters of various functions

• Allows user to quickly change input-to-track routing and track enabled status

• Allows user to quickly solo any input, track, or output in the headphone monitor

• Ability to quickly mute outputs

• No extended power sources required. Control and powering via a single USB cable.

See the reverse-side of this document for connection instructions. For details on operation refer to the
788T User Guide and Technical Information located at

http://www.sounddevices.com/download/guides/788t_en.pdf.

Specifications

Powering Powered by the 788T over USB bus power.

Dimensions

Weight

Included Cables

2.75” x 13.75” x 8.75” (H x W x D)
7 cm x 34.5 cm x 22.5 cm (H x W x D)

4 lbs 11 oz

2.1 kg

USB-A Male to USB-B Male cable, length 6’

3.5 mm to 1/4”, Tip-Ring-Sleeve, length 5’

Complete details on CL-9 functionality are available in 788T User Guide and Technical Information.CL-9
Connection

The CL-9 is connected to the 788T and powered from it via USB; no other powering source is re­quired. The 788T Headphone Output is connected to the CL-9’s 788T Headphone Input on the rear
panel allowing the CL-9 to be the master headphone control of the entire 788T/CL-9 system. Use the
following step-by-step instructions to ensure proper physical connection of the CL-9 to the 788T.

1. Connect the USB A Male connector to the USB A Female KEYBD Input on the 788T Rear Panel.

2. Connect the USB B Male connector to the USB B Female Input labeled “788T” on the CL-9 Rear Panel.
Once connected, the CL-9 immediately updates according to the 788T’s latest version of firmware.

When the CL-9 is first connected to a 788T not originally shipped from the factory with revision

2.00 firmware or greater, a notice appears on the LCD indicating that the firmware update process is

required for CL-9 operation. This update is required, even if revision 2.00 or greater is running on the
788T. Please view the IMPORTANT! Read Me First document that is included in the CL-9 shipping

package.