DigiDesign VENUE Profile - Part II System Description

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Part II: System Description

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- Table of Contents5
Part I Overview and Installation11
Chapter 1. Introduction to VENUE Profile13
- VENUE Profile Systems and Features13
- System Components15
- VENUE Profile Expansion Options15
- Operational Requirements17
- Connection Requirements17
- Registration18
- Conventions Used in this Guide18
- About Www.digidesign.com18
Chapter 2. Configuring and Connecting Profile19
- Unpacking and Assembling VENUE Profile19
- Assembling the Video Monitor Mount and Trackball Mount19
- Connections for VENUE MIX Rack Systems22
- Connections for VENUE Profile Systems25
  - Connecting the Stage Rack to the Foh Rack26
  - Audio Connections28
- Profile Console Connections30
- Powering up the System31
- Powering down the System31
- Setting the System Clock31
- Enabling a Second Stage Rack32
- Digital Inputs and Sample Rate Conversion32
Part II System Description35
Chapter 3. VENUE Profile Control Overview37
- VENUE Profile Top Panel37
- Input Channels and Faders38
- Assignable Channel Section42
- Output Masters44
- Master and Global Controls45
- Meters46
Chapter 4. Basic Commands and Modes47
- Control Overview47
- Config Mode and Show Mode48
- System Lock48
- Global Modifier Switches49
- Software Screen Pages and Tabs50
Chapter 5. Navigating and Selecting Channels53
- Banking Input Channels and FX Returns53
- Banking the Output Section56
- Selecting and Targeting Channels56
- Targeting Plug-In Inserts57
- Screen Controls58
- Screen Shortcuts59
- Input Channel Presets62
Chapter 6. Options65
- System65
- Devices67
- Other Options and Settings67
Part III Signal Routing75
Chapter 7. Inputs and Input Routing77
- Configuring Inputs77
- Assigning Input Sources to Channels78
- Routing Input Channels79
- Using Built-In Dynamics and EQ80
- Using Inserts on Channels81
- Adjusting Input Controls83
- Using Input Direct86
Chapter 8. Outputs and Output Routing87
- Configuring Outputs87
- Assigning Busses to Hardware Outputs88
- Routing Group Outputs to the Mains Busses89
- Using Inserts on Output Busses90
- Adjusting Output Controls91
- Adjusting Main Bus Controls92
- Direct Outputs93
- Matrix Mixers94
- Personal Q Mixers94
- Assigning and Using Vcas94
Chapter 9. Groups97
- Configuring Group Busses97
- Routing Inputs to Group Busses97
- Routing Group Outputs to the Main Busses97
- Managing Group Bus Assignments98
- Group Bus Signal Flow Options100
- Adjusting Group Bus Output Controls100
- Simple and Expert Operational Modes101
Chapter 10. Aux Sends and Variable Groups103
- Configuring Aux and Variable Group Busses103
- Routing Inputs to Aux Busses104
- Routing Aux Busses to Outputs and Plug-Ins105
- Adjusting Aux Send Controls106
- Managing Aux Bus Assignments107
Chapter 11. Matrix and Personal Q Mixers109
- Matrix Mixers109
- Personal Q Mixers110
- Configuring Matrix and PQ Mixers111
- Adjusting Matrix and PQ Mixer Input Controls114
- Adjusting Matrix and PQ Mixer Output Controls115
- Snapshot Data and Parameters for Matrix Mixers115
- Working with a PQ Controller116
Chapter 12. Patchbay117
- Accessing the Patchbay117
- Overview of the Patchbay117
- Navigating the Patchbay119
- Assigning Channels in the Patchbay119
- Warning When Stealing Inputs or Outputs in the Patchbay121
- VENUE System Information Export121
- Patch List Export122
Chapter 13. Metering123
- Channel Meters123
- ACS Input and Dynamics Meters124
- Metering Section125
- Metering Options126
Chapter 14. Solo and Monitor Busses127
- Solo Bus Modes127
- Selecting a solo Mode127
- Solo Operation Options128
- Solo Bus Operation129
- Solo Safing Channels129
- Monitor Bus Operation130
- Talkback, 2-Track and Oscillator Controls133
- Routing the Oscillator136
Chapter 15. Muting and Mute Groups137
- Muting137
- Mute Groups137
- Function Switches139
Part IV Processing141
Chapter 16. Dynamics143
- Built-In Compressor/Limiter143
- Built-In Expander/Gate144
- Adjusting Dynamics144
- Channel Modes Affecting Dynamics146
- Dynamics Settings and Presets147
- Side-Chain Keys and Filters147
Chapter 17. EQ149
- Built-In EQ Parameters149
- Adjusting EQ150
- Channel Modes Affecting EQ152
- Graphic EQ for Outputs152
- EQ Settings and Presets154
Chapter 18. Plug-Ins157
- Installing and Authorizing Plug-Ins157
- Managing Plug-Ins on the System159
- Overview of Working with Plug-Ins161
- Plug-In Racks162
- Assigning and Routing Plug-Ins165
- Adjusting Plug-Ins167
- Plug-In Presets and Snapshots170
- Plug-In DSP Usage171
- Plug-In Levels171
- Plug-In Latency and Processing Delay172
Chapter 19. Hardware Inserts173
- Assigning Hardware Inserts to Channels173
Part V Shows175
Chapter 20. Shows and File Management177
- Creating Shows177
- Loading Shows178
- Working with Presets179
- Transferring Settings, Shows and Presets181
- Undoing Changes Using the History Feature182
Chapter 21. Snapshots183
- Snapshots Page183
- Snapshot Controls on the Console186
- Snapshots List186
- Creating Snapshots188
- Recalling Snapshots189
- Recall Safe and Channel Automation Safe190
- Managing Snapshots193
- Making Changes to Snapshots195
- Preview Mode197
- Undoing Snapshot Commands199
- Disabling Snapshots200
- Adding MIDI Messages to Snapshots200
- Adding Tempo Data to Snapshots201
- Adding Plug-In Data to Snapshots202
- Snapshot Options204
- Snapshot Data Types and Parameters206
Chapter 22. Events207
- Introduction207
- The Events Window208
- Creating Events210
- Creating Triggers211
- Creating Actions213
- Testing Events214
- Resetting Events214
- Snapshots and Events215
- Default Settings, Templates and Examples216
- Tap Tempo for Plug-Ins217
- Trigger Types219
- Action Types220
Chapter 23. Synchronization223
- Automating Recall of Snapshots with MIDI Time Code223
- Remote Control of Snapshot Recall225
- Triggering of External Devices on Snapshot Recall226
- Sending MIDI Messages on Snapshot Recall226
- Synchronizing with Word Clock and Digital Audio Input226
Chapter 24. Using the Standalone Software227
- System Requirements227
- Installing the Standalone Software227
- Simulating a VENUE Configuration228
- Transfer and Filing Quick Start228
- Exporting System Information and Patchbay Information230
Part VI Specifications231
Chapter 25. Mechanical Specifications233
Chapter 26. Audio Specifications235
Chapter 27. Signal Flow Diagrams237
- VENUE Profile Systems: Input Signal Flow237
- VENUE Profile Systems: Output Signal Flow238
Chapter 28. Troubleshooting239
- Problem Solving239
- In Case of System Failure241
- Performing a Soft Reset243
- Hardware Monitoring Window244
- Resetting Hardware Components244
- Using the System Restore CD to Update or Restore the System245
Part VII Reference247
Chapter 29. Control Surface Reference249
- VENUE Profile Console249
- GPI (General Purpose Interface)250
- GPI Wiring Diagrams252
Chapter 30. Ecx255
- Ecx Capabilities and Features255
- Ecx Components255
- System Requirements255
- Installing Ecx Host Software255
- Overview of Ecx Setup and Configuration257
- Connecting a Computer Directly to VENUE257
- Connecting a Wireless Router or WAP to VENUE257
- Setting VENUE and Client IP Addresses258
- Establishing a Wireless Connection261
- Enabling Remote Operation262
- Disconnecting Ecx263
- Changing the Ethernet Control Password263
Index265

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