5.2.5. Channel send to external effect units, FX SEND
Channels 1 & 2 of the NUO2 are equipped with rotary potentiometers (11), which allow you to send the channel
signal to an external effects unit (reverb, sampler, etc.). These pots determine the amount of signal that is sent for
each channel. The SEND output (23) must be connected to the input of the effects processor, and the output of the
latter can be fed back via the RETURN input or a LINE input.
This signal send can be configured either PRE- or POST-fader with the PRE/POST toggle switch (10), so that the
level is affected or not by the channel fader.
5.2.6. Cut
Each CUT switch (12) instantly mutes the corresponding channel, provided the channel fader and crossfader are
keeping the channel open.
5.2.7. Channel Faders
The NUO2 uses a new generation of 45mm ECLER faders (13) featuring an improved precision and very smooth
movement, a very fast cut-in-time, and extra long life performance tested up to 4.000.000 operations when
combined to the ECLER VCA system (VCA=Voltage Controlled Amplifier).
Thanks to the VCA concept, it is possible to modify the gain/attenuation behaviour of faders. The NUO2 provides
this "FADER SHAPE" (17) adjustment feature (SOFT to SHARP position), enabling you to control the fade-in and
fade-out characteristics of channels 1 & 2. Such fader curve adjustment is pretty unusual for a three channel mixer
and will bring new creative "cut" techniques to club mixing.
5.2.8. Crossfader
Similarly to the channel faders, the crossfader also features a "XFADER SHAPE" adjustment (18). This
potentiometer located on the front side of the mixer allows the crossfader attenuation slope to be adjusted between
"soft" and "hard" or abrupt slope shape.
5.2.9. Replaceable VCA Faders and Crossfaders
Once any of these components has reached the end of its operating life, it can be easily replaced following these
simple steps:
1. Remove the buttons and the four screws on the bottom panel.
2. Remove the two screws that hold the potentiometer to be replaced, and take it out of the mixer.
3. Disconnect the multipin connector.
4. Replace the part with an identical one.
5. Connect the multipin connector.
6. Place the fader back in the mixer and secure it with the two screws.
7. Secure the bottom cover plate with its screws and insert the buttons back in.
Always use original ECLER replacement parts.
5.2.10. MASTER Levels
The NUO2 features two main output level controls MASTER 1 (22) and MASTER 2 (21). The OUT 1 (26-27) level
is controlled by the MASTER 1 level knob. The OUT 2 (29) level is controlled by the MASTER 2 level knob.
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