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Chapter 5: Making Studio Connections 35
chapter 5
Making Studio Connections
This chapter provides information on making
common studio connections—including in-
cluding analog and digital sources, effects de-
vices, MIDI gear, and SMPTE synchronization
devices.
Refer to the HD OMNI Guide, HD I/O Guide,
HD MADI Guide, 192 I/O Guide, 192 Digital I/O
Guide, 96 I/O Guide, or 96i I/O Guide for specific
details regarding:
• Front and back panel connectors and
indicators
• Installation of optional expansion I/O
cards (HD I/O and 192 I/O only)
Setting Up Your Studio
Figure 7 on page 36 illustrates a typical studio
setup, with HD I/O connected to a mixing con-
sole, effects, and other equipment.
Figure 8 on page 37 and Figure 9 on page 38 il-
lustrate a setup without a mixer, where effects
and monitoring gear are connected directly to
HD OMNI.
Pro Tools|HD audio interfaces need room at
their sides to maintain proper air flow for
cooling. Do not block the sides of the unit or
disconnect the internal fan. If the units are
rack-mounted in a case, remove the case
lids or doors before operating the system.
Failure to do so can result in the units
overheating very quickly, which can
permanently damage sensitive components.