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D-Show Proﬁle Guide134

Table of Contents

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Part I Overview and Installation11
Chapter 1. D-Show Profile System Introduction13
- D-Show Profile Features13
- D-Show System Components13
- D-Show Expansion Options14
- Operational Requirements15
- Connection Requirements15
Chapter 2. Configuring and Connecting D-Show17
- Unpacking and Assembling D-Show Profile17
- Assembling and Attaching the Video Monitor Mount to D-Show Profile17
- Back Panel Connectors19
- Connecting D-Show Components20
- Connecting a Second Stage Rack23
- Power Connections24
- Audio and MIDI Connections24
- Control Surface Connections29
- Powering up the System30
- Powering down the System30
- Restarting the System30
- Setting the System Clock30
- Enabling a Second Stage Rack31
Part II System Description33
Chapter 3. D-Show Profile Control Overview35
- D-Show Profile Top Panel35
- Input Channels and Faders36
- Assignable Channel Section40
- Output Masters42
- Master and Global Controls43
- Meters44
Chapter 4. Basic Commands and Modes45
- Control Overview45
- Config Mode and Show Mode46
- Global Modifier Switches46
- Software Screen Pages and Tabs47
Chapter 5. Navigating and Selecting Channels51
- Banking Input Channels and FX Returns51
- Banking Graphic EQ Frequency Bands51
- Banking the Output Section52
- Selecting and Targeting Channels52
- Targeting Plug-In Inserts53
- Screen Controls and Shortcuts54
- Input Channel Presets56
Chapter 6. Options59
- Overview of Options59
- System59
- Devices61
- Other D-Show Options62
Part III Signal Routing67
Chapter 7. Inputs and Input Routing69
- Configuring Inputs69
- Assigning Inputs to Channels70
- Routing Channels to Busses71
- Routing Inputs to Direct Outputs73
- Using Built-In Dynamics and EQ73
- Using Inserts on Channels74
- Using Input Direct75
- Adjusting Input Controls75
Chapter 8. Outputs and Output Routing79
- Configuring Outputs79
- Routing Busses to Hardware Outputs81
- Routing Group Outputs to the Main Busses81
- Using Inserts on Output Busses82
- Inserting the Built-In Graphic EQ on Output Busses83
- Adjusting Output Controls84
- Adjusting Main Bus Controls85
- Monitoring the Main MIX86
- Direct Outputs86
- Matrix Mixers87
- Personal Q Mixers87
- Assigning and Using Vcas87
Chapter 9. Groups89
- Configuring Group Busses89
- Assigning Inputs to Group Busses89
- Routing Group Outputs to the Main Busses89
- Routing Group Busses90
- Managing Group Bus Assignments90
- Group Bus Signal Flow Options91
- Adjusting Group Bus Output Controls92
- Simple and Expert Operational Modes92
Chapter 10. Auxes and Variable Groups95
- Configuring Aux Busses and Variable Group Busses95
- Assigning Inputs to Aux Busses and Variable Group Busses97
- Routing Aux and Variable Group Busses to Outputs and Plug-Ins98
- Adjusting Aux and Variable Group Output Controls99
- Managing Aux Bus and Variable Group Bus Assignments100
Chapter 11. Matrix Mixers and PQ Mixers103
- Matrix Mixers103
- Personal Q Mixers104
- Configuring Matrix and PQ Mixers104
- Adjusting Matrix Mixer and PQ Mixer Input Controls106
- Adjusting Matrix Mixer and PQ Mixer Output Controls108
- Adjusting Other Matrix and PQ Output Controls108
- Working with a PQ Controller109
- Snapshot Data and Parameters for Matrix and PQ Mixers109
Chapter 12. Patchbay111
- Accessing the Patchbay111
- Overview of the Patchbay111
- Navigating the Patchbay113
- Routing Channels in the Patchbay114
- Warning When Stealing Inputs or Outputs in the Patchbay116
Chapter 13. Metering117
- Channel Meters117
- ACS Input and Dynamics Meters118
- Meter Bridge119
- Metering Options120
Chapter 14. Solo and Monitor Busses121
- Solo Bus Modes121
- Solo Operation Options122
- Solo Bus Operation123
- Solo Safing Channels124
- Monitor Bus Operation124
- Talkback, 2-Track and Oscillator Controls126
Chapter 15. Muting and Mute Groups131
- Muting131
- Mute Groups132
- Function Switches133
Part IV Processing135
Chapter 16. Dynamics137
- Built-In Compressor/Limiter137
- Built-In Expander/Gate138
- Channel Modes Affecting Dynamics139
- Adjusting Dynamics139
- Dynamics Settings and Presets141
- Side-Chain Keys and Filters142
Chapter 17. EQ145
- Built-In EQ Parameters145
- Channel Modes Affecting EQ146
- Adjusting EQ147
- Graphic EQ for Outputs149
- Adjusting EQ Plug-Ins150
- EQ Settings and Presets150
Chapter 18. Hardware Inserts153
- Connecting External Effects Units153
- Assigning Hardware Inserts to Channels154
Chapter 19. Plug-Ins155
- Installing and Authorizing Plug-Ins155
- Overview of Plug-Ins158
- Plug-In Racks159
- Rack Slots161
- Assigning and Routing Plug-Ins162
- Adjusting Plug-Ins165
- Adjusting EQ and Dynamics Plug-Ins from the ACS167
- Plug-In Presets and Snapshots168
- Plug-In DSP Usage169
- Plug-In Levels170
- Plug-In Latency and Processing Delay170
Part V Shows171
Chapter 20. Shows and File Management173
- Creating Shows173
- Loading Shows174
- Working with Presets175
- Transferring Settings, Shows and Presets177
- Undoing Changes Using the History Feature178
Chapter 21. Snapshots181
- Snapshots Page181
- Snapshot Controls on the D-Show Profile Control Surface184
- Snapshots List184
- Creating Snapshots186
- Recalling Snapshots187
- Recall Safe and Channel Automation Safe188
- Managing Snapshots192
- Making Changes to Snapshots194
- Preview Mode195
- Undoing Snapshot Commands198
- Disabling Snapshots198
- Adding MIDI Messages to Snapshots199
- Adding Plug-In Data to Snapshots200
- Snapshot Options201
- Snapshot Data Types and Parameters203
Chapter 22. Events205
- Introduction205
- The Events Window206
- Creating Events208
- Creating Triggers210
- Creating Actions211
- Testing Events212
- Resetting Events213
- Snapshots and Events213
- Default Settings, Templates and Examples214
- Events and Show File Compatibility215
- Trigger Types216
- Action Types217
Chapter 23. Synchronization219
- Automating Recall of Snapshots with MIDI Time Code219
- Remote Control of Snapshot Recall221
- Triggering of External Devices on Snapshot Recall222
- Sending MIDI Messages on Snapshot Recall222
- Synchronizing with Word Clock and Digital Audio Input222
Chapter 24. Using the D-Show Standalone Software223
- System Requirements223
- Installing the D-Show Standalone Software223
- Simulating a D-Show Configuration224
- Transfer and Filing Quick Start224
- Exporting Patchbay Names to Text226
Part VI Specifications227
Chapter 25. Mechanical Specifications229
Chapter 26. Audio Specifications231
- D-Show Profile Console231
- Stage Rack232
- FOH Rack232
- Snake234
Chapter 27. Signal Flow Diagrams235
- D-Show Input Signal Flow Diagram235
- D-Show Output Signal Flow Diagram236
Chapter 28. Troubleshooting237
- Problem Solving237
- In Case of System Failure239
- Restarting D-Show241
- Hardware Monitoring Window242
- Resetting Hardware Components242
- Using the System Restore CD to Update or Restore the System243
- D-Show Profile Power and Status Leds244
Part VII Reference245
Chapter 29. Control Surface Reference247
- D-Show Profile Console247
- GPI (General Purpose Interface)248
- GPI Wiring Diagrams250
Chapter 30. FOH Rack Reference253
- FOH Rack Front Panel253
- FOH Rack Back Panel254
- FOH Link Cable256
Chapter 31. Stage Rack Reference259
- Stage Rack Front Panel259
- Stage Rack Back Panel262
Index263

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