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Axia Element User Manual

Axia Element
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Installation & User’s Guide
Revision 3.0 for:
• Element v2.x and higher
• StudioEngine v2.4.8x and higher
February, 2008

Table of Contents

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Axia Element Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAxia
ModelElement
CategoryMusic Mixer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety Information

Safety Warnings and Precautions

Covers caution, electrical, and ventilation warnings for safe operation.

Customer Service and Support

Contacting Axia Support

Provides phone, email, and web details for customer assistance.

Feedback and Product Updates

Information on submitting feedback and obtaining software updates.

Trademarks and Copyright

Lists company trademarks and copyright information.

Warranty and Service Information

Axia Audio Limited Warranty

Details the terms and conditions of the product warranty.

Product Service and Return Procedures

Explains how to obtain factory service and authorized returns.

Chapter One: Setup and Connections

Introduction to Setup and Preparation

Overview of initial setup, network prep, and console requirements.

Element Preliminary Setup

Guides through unpacking and preliminary setup of the Element console.

Connections and IP Configuration

Details physical connections and IP address configuration for Element.

StudioEngine Quick Setup

Provides steps for connecting and configuring the StudioEngine.

StudioEngine Channel Settings

Configuration of StudioEngine channels.

Set Your Console Type

Configuring the console's role.

Advanced Settings

Further configuration options.

Chapter Two: Configuring Inputs

Understanding Source Profiles

Explains how to define audio source characteristics and modifiers.

Source Profile Setup and Options

Details creating and configuring source profiles via web interface.

Configuring Telos Phone System Modes

Details setup for US and Euro modes of Telos phone systems.

Chapter Three: Configuring GPIO

GPIO Port Definitions

Explains the function of GPIO ports for various device types.

Assigning GPIO to a Source

Describes how to link GPIO ports with Source Profiles for control.

A word about the GPIO Ports

General discussion on GPIO port connections and limitations.

Input Connections

Details input connection requirements for GPIO ports.

Output Connections

Details output connection requirements for GPIO ports.

Chapter Four: Element Operations

Overview of Element Functionality

High-level explanation of Element's capabilities and interface.

Displays

Describes the Element's display and how it shows information.

Show Profiles

Explains how to reconfigure the surface instantly for different shows.

Sources, Channels and Faders

Defines sources, channels, and faders within the Element system.

Mix-Minus

Details mix-minus setup and its automation by Element.

GPIO

Explains GPIO integration for sources and their control.

Monitor Module and SoftKnobs

Explains controls on the Monitor Module and SoftKnobs.

Software

Information on Element's operating system and updates.

Control Callout

Overview of Element's major controls and their locations.

Element Controls Overview

Element with Standard Monitor Module Controls

Details controls of the standard monitor module and its features.

Element with 2-Fader Phone Module and 2-Fader + Monitor Module Controls

Describes controls for the 2-fader phone module and associated features.

Element Stereo Main Screen Overview

Main Screen Displays and Indicators

Explains meters, clocks, timers, and status annunciators on the main screen.

Monitor and Selection Control Functions

Covers controls for monitoring sources and making selections.

Control Details: Fader and Channel Functions

General Fader and Output Bus Assignment

Explains common fader functions, displays, and output bus assignments.

Channel Options Key and Talkback/Preview Key Usage

Details accessing channel options and using talkback/preview functions.

Fader Modes and Operational Logic

Covers fader start vs. fader normal modes and their logic.

Module-Specific Channel Operations

4-Phone Module Call Handling Procedures

Describes how to answer, drop, and manage calls via the phone module.

Making and Managing Phone Calls

Explains dialing out and using call control features.

Production Module Controls and EQ

Element EQ and SmartQ System Features

Explains the three-band parametric EQ and its automatic bandwidth adjustment.

Auxiliary Sends and Pan/Balance Controls

Details controls for sending audio to Aux buses and adjusting pan/balance.

Standard Monitor Module Operations

Module Navigation and Channel Options Access

Explains menu navigation and customizing individual fader behavior.

Source Selection and EQ/Dynamics Adjustment Access

Describes selecting sources and accessing EQ/Dynamics settings.

Advanced EQ and Dynamics Control Features

EQ Band Adjustments and Mode Selection

Details how to adjust EQ frequencies, gain, and modes for different bands.

Dynamics Processor Functions and Settings

Explains Gate, Compressor, and De-Esser functions and settings.

Pan, Mode, and Phase Control Options

Covers adjusting pan, balance, signal mode, and phase.

Auxiliary Sends, Returns, and Fader Mode Settings

Auxiliary Send and Return Master Configuration

Explains settings for master send/return levels and assignments.

Global Fader Mode Configuration

Covers setting fader modes (normal, start) globally.

Timer Section and Controls

Timer Options and Mode Settings

Explains how to access and configure countdown and count-up timers.

Record Mode Operations

Engage Key for Record Mode Functionality

Describes how to activate and use the record mode function.

Source-Specific Channel Operations

Microphone Channel Operations Overview

Details operations for CR Operator, Producer, CR Guest, and Studio mics.

Line and Phone Channel Operations

Explains handling of line sources and phone hybrid audio.

Codec and Recorder Channel Operations

Details the handling of codec sources and recorder functions.

Appendix A: Table of Inputs and Outputs

Main Output and Auxiliary I/O Configurations

Lists and describes main outputs and auxiliary send/return buses.

Monitor Outputs, Inputs, and Source Types

Describes monitor outputs, inputs, and available source types.

Appendix B: Block Diagrams

Interface and Master Output Signal Flow Diagrams

Diagrams showing input/output interfaces and master output signal paths.

Auxiliary Signal Flow and Channel Block Diagrams

Diagrams illustrating auxiliary send/return and channel signal paths.

Channel Block Diagrams

Line, Microphone, and Guest Mic Channel Flow

Diagrams for line input and various microphone channels.

Phone, Codec, and Recorder Channel Flow

Diagrams for phone, codec, and recorder channels.

Monitor Channel Signal Flow Diagrams

Diagrams illustrating monitor output signal paths.

Appendix C: FAQ / Diagnostics / Maintenance

Element Setup and Network Troubleshooting FAQs

Answers common setup questions and network connectivity issues.

Module Diagnostics and Fader Maintenance Procedures

Guides on diagnosing modules and cleaning faders.

Appendix D: Working With Phone Hybrids

Telos TWOx12 and 2101 System Installation and Configuration

Guides installation and configuration for TWOx12 and 2101 phone systems.

Telos Two ISDN Hybrid and One/Delta Hybrid Control

Details installation for ISDN hybrids and GPIO control for One/Delta.

Legacy Phone System Connectivity and Operation

Describes connecting and operating legacy phone systems like ONE-x-Six.

Appendix E: Accessory User Panels

Installing CANBus and GPIO Accessory Panels

Instructions for installing and connecting accessory panels.

Programming Accessory Panels and GPIO Connections

Details configuring mic control and other accessory panels.

Appendix F: Channel / IP Worksheets

IP Address and Channel Assignment Worksheets

Provides worksheets for tracking IP addresses and channel IDs.

Appendix G: CE Declaration of Conformity

EU Compliance Declarations and Standards

Specifies compliance with EU directives and standards for the Element.

HF Emissions and Immunity Testing Results

Details testing performed for emissions, immunity, and safety.

Warranty Information

Axia Audio Limited Warranty Terms and Conditions

Outlines the terms and conditions of the product warranty.

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