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: If you use an unbalanced cable (Tip-Sleeve) between the first and second L1 Compact, you will have a lower signal to noise ratio than using a balanced cable (Tip-Ring-Sleeve). This means you will have more noise, and because you will have to turn up the volume on the second L1 Compact you will be amplifying the noise. | : If you use an unbalanced cable (Tip-Sleeve) between the first and second L1 Compact, you will have a lower signal to noise ratio than using a balanced cable (Tip-Ring-Sleeve). This means you will have more noise, and because you will have to turn up the volume on the second L1 Compact you will be amplifying the noise. | ||
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; Hum or noise | |||
* Make sure you are using a balanced cable between the two L1 Compacts (1/4 inch (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve) | |||
* If possible, both L1 Compacts should be connected to the same power source (e.g., power bar or AC outlet) | |||
* If using a laptop, try running it on battery only. Some laptop power supplies can be very noisy | |||
* Check the connection to the first L1 Compact to avoid sources of hum or line noise (poor or incorrect cable connections) | |||