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Old 22nd October 2007   #3
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Originally Posted by Matt Syson View Post
Hi
As shown the grounds are not connected with no patch cord in place. This would then rely on existing grounds between the various bits of kit.
Some systems have ALL shields connected on the patch and assuming the majority of sources / destinations are balanced then it may be the best way to go. You have to decide whether you want shields on outputs, inputs or both. In terms of preparation it is possibly easier to bus all the grounds and chop them out if you have a problem. With a balanced / unbalanced setup there is no 'best' way.
Matt S

Matt, thanks for your help. -todd
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