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LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY This product has been manufactured in the United Kingdom by Allen & Heath and is warranted to be free from defects, materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase by the original owner. To ensure the high level of performance and reliability for which this equipment has been designed and manufactured please read this User Guide before operating.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS READ THE FOLLOWING BEFORE PROCEEDING. Please keep these instructions for future reference. All warnings printed here and on the equipment should be adhered to. WARNING Do not open the icon. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing or repair to qualified service personnel only. Do not insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands. Switch off the mains supply before plugging or unplugging the equipment.
IMPORTANT MAINS PLUG WIRING INSTRUCTIONS The icon is supplied with a moulded mains plug fitted to the power lead. If the mains plug has to be replaced, follow the instructions below.
CONTENTS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ................ iii GETTING STARTED ............................5 READ FIRST ..................................................... 5-1 INTRODUCTION ................................. 1 CONNECT UP ................................................... 5-1 OVERVIEW ....................................................... 1-1 SET THE CONTROLS .......................................... 5-1 FEATURES ....................................................... 1-2 SWITCH ON..........
DP1000 GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN MONO MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX LEV MONO MIN MAX LEV STANDBY MIC 48V MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX PROTECT A LIMIT +9 +6 +3 B L R FB M AUX FB PERFORMANCE RECALL -3 -6 -6 -9 ENTER -9 PFL -15 -25 COPY EDIT 250Hz 500Hz 1kHz 2kHz 4kHz 8kHz 16kHz HOME VALUE -15 -25 125Hz RESET +3 0dB -3 63Hz UNDO +6 0dB 31Hz ESC MENU PASTE +9 UTIL UTILITY SET SEQUENCE OF SONGS GRA
DL1000 GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN MONO MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX LEV MONO MIN MAX LEV STANDBY MIC 48V MIN MIN MAX MAX MIN MAX A LIMIT +9 +6 +3 MIN B L R FB M AUX FB -3 PERFORMANCE RECALL -3 -6 -6 -9 ENTER -9 PFL -25 COPY EDIT 250Hz 500Hz 1kHz 2kHz 4kHz 8kHz 16kHz HOME VALUE -15 -25 125Hz RESET +3 0dB -15 63Hz UNDO +6 0dB 31Hz ESC MENU PASTE +9 MAX UTIL UTILITY SET SEQUENCE OF SONGS GRAPHIC EQ
CONNECTING THE SYSTEM mains viii icon SERIES
INTRODUCTION 1 Welcome to the new generation of live performance mixing ! The Allen & Heath icon SERIES combines the established principles of audio mixing with state-of-the-art digital electronics and control technology to bring you a revolutionary new set of live sound tools more powerful and yet easier to use than traditional analogue mixers.
FEATURES • 10 Inputs on 8 channel strips • 6 Mono channels with XLR mic and jack line inputs • Global +48V microphone phantom powering for CH1 to 6 • 2 Stereo channels with XLR mic and jack+phono line inputs • Dual inputs on each stereo channel mix two stereo sources together • Stereo inputs can be switched for mono operation • 4 Output busses including stereo LR, aux and foldback monitor • Global pre or post-fade select for aux output • Mono output sums LR mix for mono PA, centre fill or sub-bass systems •
CONFIGURATION The icon provides 6 mono and 2 dual stereo channels. The 6 mono channels accept either a microphone or a line level signal. The microphone inputs are balanced XLR with globally switched +48V phantom powering. The line inputs are balanced 3-pole TRS (Tip Ring Sleeve) phone jack and can accept balanced or unbalanced signals. The 2 stereo channels include an XLR mic input so that the icon can be used as an 8 input microphone mixer if required.
DIGITAL MIXING Mixing audio signals in the digital domain provides icon with its powerful processing tools, programmability and sonic clarity well beyond the capability of traditional analog mixing. However, no additional expertise or equipment is required for operation. The audio signals enter and leave in standard analog format, and the usual familiar controls are presented.
EQUALISATION The equaliser (EQ) is one of the most important signal processors in live sound mixing. It allows the tonal response of the signal to be precisely adjusted to enhance selected frequencies, for example to brighten up a dull guitar sound, or to deal with problems such as acoustic feedback and instrument resonance. All input channels feature 4-band parametric EQ. Parametric means that the parameters for each band can be separately controlled.
THE PERFORMANCE MEMORY SYSTEM The icon is a programmable memory mixer. This lets you accurately recall previous settings without having to manually reset every control. The memory system is structured specifically for live performance. The memories also apply in theatre where scenes can be sequenced according to a cue sheet, or in multi-function venues such as clubs, schools and houses of worship where settings change according to event or user.
2 INSTALLATION The icon can be used either free standing or installed in a rack. If it is to be frequently transported we recommend that it is carried in a suitable flight case. Although very compact, consideration must be given to the weight when installing or handling the product. The DP1000 includes a power amplifier which necessitates the inclusion of heavy power components. Consideration must also be given to the ventilation requirements of this model. Details are given below.
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS Dimensions are shown below in millimetres (mm). The unpacked weights are shown in kilograms (kg) and pounds (lbs).
3 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN MONO MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX LEV MIN MAX LEV STANDBY MIC 48V MONO MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX PROTECT A LIMIT +9 +6 +3 B L R FB M AUX FB -3 PERFORMANCE RECALL -3 -6 -6 -9 ENTER -9 PFL 500Hz 1kHz 2kHz 4kHz 8kHz 16kHz HOME -25 COPY EDIT 250Hz VALUE -15 -25 125Hz RESET +3 0dB -15 63Hz UNDO +6 0dB 31Hz ESC MENU PASTE +9 UTIL UTILITY SET SEQU
ANALOG CONTROLS GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN MONO MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX LEV MONO MIN MAX LEV STANDBY MIC 48V MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX PROTECT GAIN Matches the sensitivity of the channel input to the connected source. Use the headphones monitor to check the signal quality and adjust the control until the meters read an average 0dB with the loudest peaks up to ‘+6’. If set too high the signal may clip and produce a harsh distorted sound.
HEADPHONES MONITOR PFL key MIN Only one channel can be monitored at a time. The signal is heard in mono or stereo depending on the source. Each input, effect and output channel can be monitored. The headphones are quiet when all PFL switches are off. Raise the headphones level control for comfortable listening level. MAX The headphones monitoring system lets you listen to any selected input or output signal using stereo headphones. The signal is selected by pressing a channel PFL switch.
SOFT STRIP EDIT 31Hz 63Hz 125Hz 250Hz 500Hz 1kHz 2kHz 4kHz 8kHz 16kHz GRAPHIC EQ 1-8 HOME OUT The row of 10 rotary controls together with the OUT key is known as the ‘soft strip’. This is because the function of these controls changes depending on the select key pressed. This means that only one set of controls is needed so simplifying the layout and preventing clutter. The functions are identified from the labels printed above or the number keys below.
SCREEN SELECT KEYS These round keys decide the function of the soft strip and display above. Pressing a key instantly selects the function printed on the keycap. Repeated pressing of the key toggles through the menu items associated with the selected function. Where only one menu item is available, pressing the key twice returns to the HOME screen.
AUTOMATION CONTROLS The PERFORM SET keys are used during live performance to recall the song memories in the programmed set sequence order. These functions are duplicated on footswitches. CHANNEL SAFE NEXT key steps through the songs in order. Press the key to instantly recall the next song memory. This can be disabled by selecting ‘NO SET’ in the HOME or SET screen. PERFORM SET CHANNEL SAFE key puts the console into edit safes mode.
4 REAR PANEL CONNECTORS DP1000 DO NOT OBSTRUCT VENTILATION OPENINGS. DO NOT OPEN. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. CAUTION WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED BY THE POWER CORD. RISK OF HAZARDOUS ENERGY! MAKE PROPER SPEAKER CONNECTIONS. SEE OPERATING MANUAL BEFORE USING. CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE REPLACE FUSE WITH SAME TYPE AND RATING.
MAINS POWER INPUT ON/OFF I 0 FUSE MAINS INPUT 100-120V T10A 220-240V T5A AC ONLY ~ 47- 63 Hz 1000W MAX V.AC DP1000 MAINS INPUT Ensure that your local mains supply is the same as the mains voltage setting marked on the console rear panel. If it is not then contact your dealer. DL1000 MAINS INPUT ON/OFF I 0 FUSE MAINS INPUT T500mA 250V 20mm 100 - 240 V.
MONO LINE INPUT Channels 1 to 6 each include a balanced line input on 3-pole TRS (Tip, Ring, Sleeve) ¼” phone jack. This accepts line level signals of -31dBu to +16dBu on either balanced 3-pole jacks or unbalanced 2-pole jacks. Unplug the microphone input if you want to use the line input. The line input is used for a wide variety of sources including instruments such as guitars, keyboards and samplers, signal processors such as effects units, and replay devices such as tape, CD and disc players.
LINE OUTPUTS TRS IMPEDANCE BALANCED The console outputs are available on 3-pole TRS impedance balanced ¼” phone jacks. This means that a 3 wire connection is used with signal hot (+), signal cold (-) and ground. Signal hot and cold are at the same impedance and therefore balanced to reject any interference picked up on the cable. This only works if the cable is plugged into a 3 wire balanced input typical of professional amplifiers and audio equipment.
FB OUTPUT Provides a nominal 0dBu line level FB (Foldback) mix. This is affected by the FB master fader but not by the selected AB output configuration. The term ‘foldback’ is used because it folds back (returns) the required mix to a loudspeaker positioned near the performers on stage usually so that they can hear their own vocals and a selection of instruments and backing tracks. It can also, for example, be used to provide a monitor to musicians in an orchestra pit or to technical staff backstage.
A AND B OUTPUTS AB MAIN OUTPUT (DL1000 ONLY) MAIN OUTPUT These are nominal +4dBu line level outputs on XLR for connection to an external amplifiers. They are differentially balanced using a 3 wire connection to drive long cable runs without signal degradation or interference pickup. Wire the cable using an inline 3pin female XLR plug. You can connect to an unbalanced 2 wire input by linking pin 3 to pin 1 in the plug as shown.
FOOTSWITCHES FOOTSWITCHES Up to four footswitches may be plugged in. Use standard ‘passive’ single pole footswitches wired to mono jack plugs. These are available from most musical equipment shops. PAUSE and NEXT duplicate the function of the front panel PERFORM SET keys so that the song memories can be recalled during live performance remote from the console.
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5 GETTING STARTED The following procedure is recommended if you are new to the icon and wish to get started quickly. For further details on the controls, connections, application and specification please refer to the other sections of this User Guide. 1. READ FIRST 4. Read the IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS printed at the beginning of this User Guide. Read Sections 1 to 4 of this User Guide to gain an understanding of the function of the icon. 2.
5. 6. SET THE LEVELS To get the best performance from the system it is important that the signal levels are correctly matched to the console. Experiment by adjusting Channel 8 to match the CD player. u p q r o n t s BUILD THE MIX With the levels correctly set for the Channel 8 stereo source repeat the process for the other channels. For example plug a microphone into Channel 1. Refer to Section 4 for instructions on using microphones with phantom power.
Note that if you add large amounts of boost you may have to reduce the channel GAIN to prevent the signal clipping. This will be indicated by PEAK flashing red in the PFL key. The effect of adjusting the parameters is displayed graphically as a frequency response versus dB level curve. Notice the effect the controls have on both the sound and the displayed response curve. The LF band can become a sweepable 12dB per octave high pass filter (HPF) to cut low frequencies.
Use FX1 to add other effects such as delays, echo, chorus, flanger, vibrato, tremolo, autopan and so on. Unlike FX2 the channel sends behave as individual wet / dry controls to determine how much signal is routed ‘dry’ direct to the mix, or ‘wet’ via FX1 to the mix. This is important for ‘insertion’ type effects such as vibrato which are routed entirely through the processor. If direct signal were present the result would be a chorus sound, not vibrato.
10. SET THE AMPLIFIER MODE Decide which of the console mix busses is to be configured to the A and B outputs. These route to the built in amplifiers (DP1000) or to XLR outputs (DL1000) to feed external amplifiers. The current mode is displayed between the meters. L R Stereo PA left and right speakers FB M Mono PA with foldback monitor AUX FB 12. WORK WITH THE MEMORIES RECALL SONG, VENUE and SET sequence memories from the HOME screen when performing live.
PASTE The PASTE key lights only if valid copy data is available. The key flashes if the copy data is different to the current mixer settings. The key lights but does not flash if the data is the same as current. If copy data is not available the key does not light. Press PASTE to overwrite the mixer settings with the contents of the copy buffer. It is not possible to paste data direct to the memories. This should be done by first pasting data to the mixer then using the store function.
13. PERFORM THE SET For live performance select the HOME screen. This displays the current song number and name in large easy to view characters, and the venue and set names in small characters together with the set number. The memories can be recalled from this screen. You can make adjustments using the other screens and then return to the HOME screen. Select the VENUE memory to recall the graphic EQ settings appropriate to the venue acoustics, and the output mode according to system being used.
The mute key flashes if the channel is made safe in this way. Press again to restore the channel to normal operation. Press the flashing SAFE key to return to normal console operation. The key remains lit if one or more channels have been made safe. All the settings associated with safe channels can be controlled manually in the usual way. 15. MAKE PARAMETERS MEMORY ‘SAFE’ In addition to the channel ‘safe’ function a powerful ‘Parameter Safe’ function is provided.
16. THE UTILITY FUNCTIONS Press the UTIL key to access a menu of utility functions. Select the required function by repeatedly pressing the UTIL or the ST keys. These include: • CONTRAST control to adjust the LCD display. Use soft strip control 10 to adjust the contrast, RESET to restore the default. • USERNAME to edit an 8 character name which can be used to identify your console and archived memories. This is displayed while the console is in standby mode.
18. ANY PROBLEMS? If you get into difficulty with any of the functions simply escape and start again: • If you are not sure which screen you have selected, check the right hand screen title bar. This displays the same function name as is printed on the related select key. For further assistance and the latest icon news please refer to your dealer or the Allen & Heath Internet web site. http://www.allen-heath.
6 APPLICATIONS The following are just a few examples of the many applications possible with the icon. For full connection details please refer Section 4. These illustrate the DP1000 with built-in amplifier. For the DL1000 plug the outputs into an external amplifier or powered speakers. SMALL LIVE SETUP - SPLIT MODE This setup is typical of a musical duo performing at a small venue such as a club or restaurant. No external amplifiers or signal processors are required.
SMALL LIVE SETUP – STEREO MODE In this example three musicians perform using a sophisticated MIDI based stereo system without monitors, typical of many small venues. The sources and built in effects combine to produce a full stereo sound. The output AB mode is configured for L-R. The guitars are shown routed through the musicians favourite stereo effects processors. These plug into the mono channels but are panned left and right to maintain the stereo image.
LARGE LIVE SETUP The following diagrams illustrate how the icon can be used to drive additional amplifiers where more loudspeakers and power are required. The L and R jack outputs can be plugged into a graphic equaliser and amplifier to drive a front-of-house stereo speaker system while the built-in amplifier is configured to provide two foldback monitors from the FB and AUX mixes. Use the M (mono) jack output to drive a centre fill or sub-bass speaker system.
THEATRE SETUP Here the icon is shown in a theatre setup typical of a small drama production. The L, R and M jack outputs feed external amplifiers to drive the front-of-house left, centre and right loudspeakers. The built in AB amplifiers (main outputs) are configured for AUX-FB. FB drives an on-stage monitor speaker so that the performers can hear any backing music or sound effects. AUX drives a parallel pair of delay fill speakers to reinforce the sound to the audience seated to the rear of the auditorium.
7 SPECIFICATION SONG MEMORIES 127 User programmable memories and the PAUSE patch each store: Default Name 8 Characters SONG n (1-127) Lock Off or On Prevents song memory from being overwritten Off Mute MUTE off (channel on) or MUTE on (channel off) CH1-8, FX1, FX2, AUX, FB, LR EQ1 to 8 4-band parametric channel equaliser HF +/-15dB shelving Sweep from 2kHz to 20kHz 0dB 8kHz HM +/-15dB bell peak/dip Sweep from 500Hz to 15kHz 0dB 2kHz Q (width) = 0.2, 0.3, 0.8, 1.
Default FX1 WET controls = Channel wet/dry balance Insertion type effect (insert signal path) Wet = How much signal is routed through the effect Dry = How much signal is routed direct to LR Individual controls for CH1 to 8, FX2 25 steps from 0 (all dry) to 99 (all wet) 0 PARAMETER controls Up to 4 parameters for each effect Refer to table Refer to Effects table PRESET type 1 of 40 named presets M ECHO 1 Refer to table Includes echo and modulation effects FX2 LEVEL controls = Channel effects sends Sy
VENUE MEMORIES 19 User programmable memories each store: Default Name 8 Characters VENUE n (1-19) Lock Off or On Prevents venue memory from being overwritten Off MODE AMP MODE = How the amplifier outputs AB are configured One of 3 settings: A=L EQA, EQB B=R Stereo PA A = FB B = M Mono PA, 1 monitor A = AUX B = FB External PA amp, 2 monitors A=L B=R 10-band graphic equalisers for the AB main outputs +/-10dB single octave bands: 0dB (flat) 31, 63, 125, 250, 500, 1k, 2k, 4k, 8k, 16k Hz OUT =
FX1 EFFECTS These are the echo and modulation effects usually applied for special effect. Each channel has a wet/dry control to determine how much signal is routed direct (dry) to the LR mix, or via the effects processor (wet) to the LR mix. When set fully wet it is known as an ‘insertion effect’ as all the signal is processed. When mixed with dry it behaves as a ‘system effect’ as the effect is added to the dry signal. Make sure the FX1 fader is set to ‘0’ when using insertion effects.
FX2 EFFECTS These are the reverb and combined delay+reverb effects usually applied to add ‘life’ to vocals and solo instruments. Reverb (reverberation) simulates the acoustic echo and reflections typical of a large performance environment. These are known as ‘system effects’ as the processed (wet) reverb and echo signal is added to the direct (dry) signal. Use the pre-delay PDY parameter to set the time before the first reflections are heard. Use longer delay for larger environments.
CONNECTIONS MIC input balanced XLR pin 2 hot 2k ohm -55 to –8dBu LINE input balanced TRS jack >30k ohm -31 to +16dBu unbalanced RCA phono >30k ohm -31 to +16dBu MONO out imp balanced TRS jack <75 ohm 0dBu LR out imp balanced TRS jack <75 ohm 0dBu unbalanced RCA phono 600 ohm -10dBV FB out imp balanced TRS jack <75 ohm 0dBu AUX out imp balanced TRS jack <75 ohm 0dBu AB slave out imp balanced TRS jack <75 ohm 0dBu AB main out balance XLR pin 2 hot <75 ohm 0dBu (DL1000) ®
AMPLIFIER SPECIFICATION (DP1000 ONLY) Maximum power output 300 Watt into 4 ohm per channel 175 Watt into 8 ohm per channel Distortion < 0.
MIDI SPECIFICATION MIDI CHANNEL NUMBER MIDI device ID: Selected from the front panel UTIL screen.
MEMORY RECALL MIDI control is now extended to the VENUE memory recalls as well as SONG. These use the same program change messages as before but different banks. Refer also to the icon User Guide which details the original MIDI functions including MUTE note on/off messages and system exclusive data archive.
PARAMETER CONTROL Every console parameter is mapped for independent MIDI control. This is based on the NRPN system with the MSB selecting the channel number, and the LSB selecting the parameter number in that channel (channel type specific). Channel selection message: 0xBm, 0x63, (Controller 99) Where is 0x00 = CH1 to 0x07 = CH8, and 0x40 = GEQA, 0x41 = GEQB.
FX PARAMETERS Param1 Param2 Param3 Param4 Type FX1 0xBn, 0x5B, FX2 0xBn,0x46, 0xBn, 0x5C, 0xBn,0x47, 0xBn, 0x5D, 0xBn,0x48, 0xBn, 0x5E, 0xBn,0x49, 0xBn, 0x5F, 0xBn, 0x4A, FX1 NAME "M ECHO 1" "M ECHO 2" "M ECHO 3" "M ECHO 4" "M ECHO 5" "M ECHO 6" "M ECHO 7" "M ECHO 8" "StECHO 1" "StECHO 2" "StECHO 3" "StECHO 4" "BOUNCE 1" "BOUNCE 2" "CHORUS 1" "CHORUS 2" "DOUBLER1" "DOUBLER2" "M FLNGE1" "StFLNGE1" "PHUNNEL1" "PHUNNEL2" "VIBRATO1"
DATA ARCHIVING ARCHIVING VIA MIDI MIDI system exclusive message A dump of all memory and current settings. Initiated from the front panel UTIL screen. The archiving device must be ready to receive data when the dump is initiated. The front panel and MIDI input is inactive during the duration of the dump. Replaying a dumped file over a MIDI link to an icon with the same MIDI channel number as in the file will cause the data to be restored.
ARCHIVING VIA RS232 A Windows® compatible archiving utility may be downloaded free from the Allen & Heath web site. Set the rear panel slide switch to the RS232 position for the duration of the archiving session. When you are finished make sure the rear panel SELECT switch is pointing to the MIDI connectors for normal console operation. MIDI RS232 IN SELECT SERIAL PORT Full instructions on using the A&H Archive Manager are available within the Help File associated with the program.
LOADING NEW OPERATING SOFTWARE VIA RS232 Check the Allen & Heath web site for details on the latest version of software available. This can be downloaded into your PC and then uploaded into the icon via the RS232 serial connection. Full details on how to do this are provided on the web site. IMPORTANT NOTE : The user settings and memories are lost when new operating software is loaded.
icon THE ANALOGUE EQUIVALENT It may be helpful to understand the full capability of icon by comparing it to its analogue equivalent. The following drawing shows the controls arranged in conventional format. Each function has its own control. However, a long channel strip results because of the amount of processing control available. Although it makes the full capability more obvious it is not necessarily easier to operate.
L R GLOBAL PRE/POST AUX FB FX1 L R FX2 PFL L R TRIM FADER MUTE PAN PRE AUX FX2 FB FX1 TRIM FADER MUTE BAL MIC FB FX1 PEAK CH 7-8 STEREO AUX FX2 R PRE PFL PFL PEAK COMPRESSOR COMPRESSOR ADC GAIN MONO LINE 2 LINE 1 NOISE GATE ADC L NOISE GATE CH 1-6 MONO GAIN + MIX 4 BAND EQ ADC MIC 4 BAND EQ LINE TRIM FADER MUTE R L BAL FB AUX FX2 PRE PFL INSERTION EFFECTS FX1 MIC 48V ON FX1 PEAK TRIM FADER MUTE BAL FB AUX FX2 PRE PFL REVERB EFFECTS FX2
ADDENDUM – AP3876 Software Update V2.01 V2 September 1999 These notes are an addendum to User Guide AP3299 issue 2. Allen & Heath are committed to ongoing product development. The icon now benefits from new features and improvements with the release of V2.01 operating software which can downloaded free of charge from the Internet. Instructions for loading this software into the mixer are provided on our web site. (ð:ð icon http://www.allen-heath.
DESCRIPTION Features have been added to make the icon even easier to use and more versatile in its application. Many minor updates improve operating speed, information display and ease of use. Existing users should have no difficulty adapting to the new software as the operating principles remain unchanged. They shall, however, benefit from the new features added which further extend the sound processing and automation control. These are described below.
CHANNEL GATE AND COMPRESSOR VIEWS AUTOMATION SAFES SYSTEM In addition to the all channel GATE and COMP screens, the gate and compressor settings can now be edited independently for each channel. This presents all channel parameters for interactive editing.
EFFECTS FX1 AND FX2 USERMODE UTILITY A new utility feature is added to provide three modes of console operation. These are known as ‘user modes’ and provide different levels of control access for the day to day operator. Press UTIL repeatedly until the USERMODE menu item is displayed. Use the τυ cursor keys to scroll through the three mode options. Enter the mode required. The mode may be changed at any time. NORMAL MODE = Full control. This is the default mode. All controls and automation are available.
EXTENDED MIDI CONTROL PARAMETER CONTROL Every console parameter is now mapped for independent MIDI control. This is based on the NRPN system with the MSB selecting the channel number, and the LSB selecting the parameter number in that channel (channel type specific). 0xBm, 0x63, (Controller 99) 0x00 = CH1 to 0x07 = CH8, 0x08 = FX1, 0x09 = FX2, and 0x40 = GEQA, 0x41 = GEQB.
AUTOMATION MIDI control is now extended to the VENUE memory recalls as well as SONG. These use the same program change messages as before but different banks. Refer also to the icon User Guide which details the original MIDI functions including MUTE note on/off messages and system exclusive data archive.
FX PARAMETERS Param1 Param2 Param3 Param4 Type FX1 0xBn, 0x5B, FX2 0xBn,0x46, 0xBn, 0x5C, 0xBn,0x47, 0xBn, 0x5D, 0xBn,0x48, 0xBn, 0x5E, 0xBn,0x49, 0xBn, 0x5F, 0xBn, 0x4A, Where is: FX1 NAME "M ECHO 1" "M ECHO 2" "M ECHO 3" "M ECHO 4" "M ECHO 5" "M ECHO 6" "M ECHO 7" "M ECHO 8" "StECHO 1" "StECHO 2" "StECHO 3" "StECHO 4" "BOUNCE 1" "BOUNCE 2" "CHORUS 1" "CHORUS 2" "DOUBLER1" "DOUBLER2" "M FLNGE1" "StFLNGE1" "PHUNNEL1" "P
