OPCODE Studio 64X User Manual

Copyright ©1996 Opcode Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
This document may not, in whole or part, be copied, photo-
copied, reproduced, translated or converted to any
electronic or machine readable form without prior consent
of Opcode Systems, Inc.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Opcode Systems, Inc. warrants the Studio 64X against
defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1)
year from the date of original retail purchase.
If you discover a defect, first write or call Opcode Systems,
Inc. at (415) 856-3333 to obtain a Return Merchandise
Authorization Number (no service will be performed on any
product returned without prior authorization). If the product
needs to be returned to Opcode, please attach your name,
address, telephone number, a description of the problem,
and a copy of the dated bill of sale as proof of purchase.
Write the Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA)
Number clearly on the outside of the package and all corre-
spondence. Upon receiving the returned product, Opcode
Systems, Inc. will then, at its option, repair, replace, or
refund the purchase price of the product.
This warranty applies only to the Studio 64X; Opcode soft-
ware is warranted separately.
This warranty does not apply if the product has been dam-
aged by accident, abuse, misuse, or misapplication, or has
been modified without the written permission of Opcode
Systems, Inc.
All implied warranties, including implied warranties of mer-
chantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited
in duration to one (1) year from the original date of retail
purchase of this product. The warranty and remedies set
forth above are exclusive and in lieu of all others, oral or
written, express or implied.
Opcode Systems, Inc. is not responsible for special, inciden-
tal, or consequential damages resulting from any breach of
warranty, or under any legal theory, including lost profits,
downtime, good-will, damage to or replacement of equip-
ment and property.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
implied warranties or liability for incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply
to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Except to the extent prohibited by law, all implied warran-
ties made by Opcode Systems, Inc. in connection with this
manual and software are limited in duration to ninety (90)
days from the date of original purchase, and no warranties,
whether express or implied, shall apply to this product after
said period.
Opcode Systems, Inc. makes no warranty or representation,
either express or implied, with respect to the software
described in this manual. This software is sold “as is.” The
purchaser assumes the entire risk as to its quality and per-
formance. Under no circumstances shall Opcode Systems,
Inc. be liable for any loss or damage, direct, consequential,
or incidental, arising out of the use or inability to use this
product.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclu-
sions may not apply to you.
TRADEMARKS
Studio 64X is a trademark of Opcode Systems, Inc. IBM is a
registered trademark of International Business Machines
Corporation. Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corpora-
tion. Other product and brand names are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective companies.
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio fre-
quency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or tele-
vision reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to cor-
rect the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna of the
affected radio or television.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
the affected receiver.
• Connect the equipment and the affected receiver to
power outlets on separate circuits.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV techni-
cian for help.

OPCODE Studio 64X Specifications

General

Brand	OPCODE
Model	Studio 64X
Category	Media Converter
Language	English

Summary

Limited Warranty and Legal Information

Limited Warranty

Details the warranty terms, conditions, and duration for the Studio 64X hardware.

Warranty Exclusions

Lists conditions that void the warranty, such as accident, abuse, or modification.

Implied Warranties

Defines limitations on implied warranties like merchantability and fitness for a purpose.

Consequential Damages

Excludes liability for special, incidental, or consequential damages arising from warranty breach.

State Law Variations

Notes that warranty rights may vary depending on specific state laws.

Software Warranty

Specifies that Opcode software is warranted separately from the hardware.

Trademarks and RF Interference

Trademarks

Lists registered trademarks of Opcode Systems, Inc. and other companies.

Radio Frequency Interference

Explains FCC compliance for Class B digital devices and potential interference.

Interference Mitigation

Provides steps to correct harmful radio frequency interference if it occurs.

Compliance Declarations and Acknowledgments

Modifications

Warns that unauthorized modifications can void the user's operating authority.

Shielded Cables

Mandates the use of shielded cables for FCC compliance.

FCC Declaration of Conformity

States compliance with FCC Part 15 rules, subject to specific conditions.

CSA Radio Frequency Interference

Confirms compliance with Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

CE Declaration of Conformity

Declares conformance with EEC Directive 89/336/EEC.

Acknowledgments

Lists individuals and teams who contributed to the manual and product.

Chapter 1: Introduction

Studio 64X Overview

Provides a general overview of the Studio 64X's features and capabilities.

What's Included in the Studio 64X Package

Lists all items included in the Studio 64X product package.

System Requirements

Specifies the necessary hardware and software for PC and Macintosh systems.

Studio 64X Documentation and Support

Studio 64X Documentation

Describes the purpose and content of the Getting Started booklet.

Online Help

Instructions on accessing and using the Studio 64X online help file.

OMS and Studio Patches Manual

Guidance on installing and using OMS and Studio Patches for Mac users.

Customer Support

Information on registering the product and contacting Opcode for support.

Chapter 2: Front and Rear Panels

Studio 64X Front Panel

Details the controls, buttons, and LEDs on the front panel of the Studio 64X.

MIDI/Thru Switch

Explains the function of the MIDI/Thru switch for computer communication.

Power ON/OFF Switch

Describes the operation of the power switch and its LED indicators.

Studio 64X Rear Panel

Details the rear panel connections, including power, SMPTE, and MIDI ports.

Chapter 2: Connections and MIDI

SMPTE IN/OUT

Describes the 1/4" jacks for sending and receiving SMPTE timecode.

Mac Thru/Computer

Explains serial connections for Macintosh devices via the THRU port.

PC Thru/Computer

Explains serial connections for PC devices via the THRU port.

Computer Connection

Details connecting the Studio 64X to both IBM PC and Macintosh computers.

MIDI Connections

Explains the multiport MIDI interface supporting 64 channels.

MIDI Outputs

Describes the four MIDI output ports and their channel assignments.

MIDI Inputs

Describes the four MIDI input ports and their channel assignments.

Instrument MIDI Connection

Guidance on connecting instrument MIDI IN and OUT jacks for two-way communication.

Chapter 3: Quick Start Guide for PC

PC Configuration

Steps for configuring the Studio 64X hardware for PC connection.

Connect Hardware

Detailed instructions for connecting the Studio 64X and peripherals.

PC Software Installation and Usage

Run the Setup Program

Steps to install the necessary PC software, including drivers and utilities.

Using Windows Software

Explains the Studio 64X ports available in Windows MIDI applications.

Chapter 4: Quick Start Guide for Mac

Macintosh Configuration

Steps for configuring the Studio 64X hardware for Macintosh connection.

Connect Hardware

Detailed instructions for connecting the Studio 64X and peripherals to a Mac.

Mac Software Setup and OMS

Install and Configure OMS

Steps for installing and configuring Opcode's Open Music System (OMS).

Install Studio 64X Help File

Instructions for installing the online help file for detailed operational information.

OMS Studio Patches

Explains advanced MIDI processing capabilities using Studio Patches on Mac.

Using OMS-Compatible Applications

How to use Studio 64X with OMS-compatible applications.

Using Non-OMS Applications

How to use the Studio 64X with applications not using OMS.

Chapter 5: Studio 64X Programs

User Programs

Explains user-definable programs for MIDI routing, filtering, and SMPTE striping.

Default Factory Programs

Lists the four default programs shipped with the Studio 64X.

Preset Programs

Describes the four preset programs: PANIC, SMPTE, ALL, and TUNE.

Editing User Programs

How to view, edit, and save user programs on PC or Macintosh.

Editing Studio 64X Programs

Studio64X Patchbay Window (PC)

Overview of the Patchbay window for editing programs on a PC.

Studio 64X Program Edit Window (Mac)

Overview of the Program Edit window for editing programs on a Macintosh.

Chapter 6: Front Panel Operation

Selecting a Program

How to select and cycle through programs using the PROGRAM button.

Initializing User Programs

Procedure to reset user programs to factory defaults.

Striping from the Front Panel

How to generate SMPTE timecode from the front panel.

Using the Thru Device

Using the Thru Device

Instructions on setting the MIDI/Thru switch to use the serial thru device.