Chapter 1: Introduction 3
System Requirements and
Compatibility
SYNC HD with Pro Tools
To use a SYNC HD with Pro Tools, the following
are required:
• A qualified Pro Tools | HDX or
Pro Tools | HD Native system
• An 8-pin to 8-pin serial cable (included) to con-
nect the SYNC HD to the Serial port on the first
HDX card, HD Native PCIe card or Thunderbolt
peripheral
Compatibility Information
Avid can only assure compatibility and provide
support for hardware and software it has tested and
approved.
For complete system requirements and a list of
qualified computers, operating systems, hard
drives, and third-party devices, visit:
www.avid.com/compatibility
Registration
Review the enclosed Registration Information
Card and follow the instructions on it to quickly
register your purchase online. By registering, you
become eligible to receive the following:
• Technical support information
• Software update and upgrade notices
• Hardware warranty information
Conventions Used in This
Guide
All of our guides use the following conventions to
indicate menu choices and key commands:
:
The names of Commands, Options, and Settings
that appear on-screen are in a different font.
The following symbols are used to highlight
important information:
If you use a custom serial cable between
Pro Tools and the SYNC HD, be sure the ca-
ble supports hardware handshaking. The
maximum supported length for this
cable is 100 ft.
Convention Action
File > Save Choose Save from the File
menu
Control+N Hold down the Control key
and press the N key
Control-click Hold down the Control key
and click the mouse button
Right-click Click with the right mouse
button
User Tips are helpful hints for getting the
most from your system.
Important Notices include information that
could affect your data or the performance of
your system.
Shortcuts show you useful keyboard or mouse
shortcuts.
Cross References point to related sections in
this guide and other Pro Tools guides.
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