Control Centre Manual

6 Chapter 2: PRO6 Live Audio System
PRO6 Control Centre
Quick Reference Guide
effects processors, PEQs (four-band on inputs and six-band on outputs), eight standard
(up to 36 maximum) 31-band GEQs, eight configurable stereo effects, 5.1 surround
panning and comprehensive, easy-to-use routing. PRO6 automation provides up to
1,000 scenes with snapshot save/recall capability and global edit, and show file
archiving.
The PRO6 Control Centre forms the core of the PRO6 Live Audio System, which also
includes two 19” rack units — a DL351 Modular I/O (7U) and a DL371 Audio System
Engine (7U) — that are interconnected by a networked data system. The network
carries both proprietary control data and open architecture AES50 digital audio, and
uses readily available standard cabling and connectors. The PRO6 uses a proven stable
Linux operating system. All of the control centre’s internal and network routing
(“patching”) is managed via the graphical user interface (GUI).
Operation of the control surface is intuitive, unique and easy. Its layout is based on
familiar analogue lines to retain that ‘analogue’ feel. To manage the numerous
channels, the control centre utilises VCA/POP groups and colours, and additionally there
are various navigational controls that aid quick channel/bus access and selection. A
daylight-viewable GUI at the top of the control surface assists operation and provides
extra functionality.
The live audio system is tolerant of many types of hardware or software failure. To
achieve this the system employs dual redundancy, where a key component has an
identical redundant spare that is ready to take over should it fail. Other failure
scenarios are managed by the N+1 principle, where redundant components form an
acceptable fraction of the system.
The Klark Teknik DN9696 Recorder can be used with the live audio system for live
multi-track recording and ‘virtual’ sound check. Optional equipment includes the XL8’s
DL451 I/O and DL431 splitter, and the DN9331 RapidE for remote GEQ operation.
Applications
The PRO Series are the ‘work horse’ mid- to high-end Midas Digital Console Systems,
akin to the ‘industry standard’ Heritage 3000. Although the PRO Series are designed
for the traditional touring live sound environment, they are also ideal for medium-sized
theatre, small house of worship installations and broadcast. So, being a truly
multi-functional console in the Midas tradition, the PRO Series are suitable for many
applications, such as:
• Live sound touring MON or FOH duties.
• Live sound small theatre MON or FOH duties.
• Live sound house of worship MON or FOH duties.
• Live sound broadcast mixer with basic 5.1 surround capabilities and monitoring.