MV360˚ User Manual MV360˚ User Manual 1
Table of Contents Chapter 1 – Introduction ................................................................................................ 3 1.1 Welcome.................................................................................................................. 3 1.2 Product Overview .................................................................................................... 3 1.3 Concepts and Terminology......................................................................................
Chapter 1 – Introduction 1.1 Welcome Thank you for choosing Waves! In order to get the most out of your Waves processor, please take the time to read through this manual. In conjunction, we also suggest that you become familiar with www.wavesupport.net. There you will find an extensive Answer Base, the latest Tech Specs, detailed Installation guides, new Software Updates, and current information on Authorization and Registration. By signing up at www.wavesupport.
High Level Compressor The MV360˚ High Level Compression function is comprised of compression with automatic makeup gain and output level control. The Compressor function is similar to that of Waves Renaissance Vox. The compressor is controlled by the Threshold fader, which sets the amount of desired dynamic range compression. An automatic gain makeup function compensates for gain reduction resulting from the applied compression.
1.4 Components WaveShell technology enables us to split Waves processors into smaller plug-ins, which we call components. Having a choice of components for a particular processor gives you the flexibility to choose the configuration best suited to your material. o o MV360 5.0 to 5.0 MV360 5.1 to 5.
Chapter 2 – Quickstart Guide Set link to Front/Rear/LFE Start on the Left side (Threshold): - Use the bottom (single arrow) Low Level Master Fader to set the global Low Level Threshold - Use top (single arrow) High Level Master Fader to set the global High Level Threshold - Use the middle cut/boost meters to monitor the amount of gain cut and boost applied per link group On the Right side (Volume) - Use the top volume faders per link color to trim the High Level Compression makeup gain - Use bottom v
Chapter 3 – Interface and Controls 3.
3.2 Controls Low Threshold Sets the low level compression threshold. Compression is applied to signals below this threshold. Range: -72 to -36 dBFS High Threshold Sets the high level compression threshold. Compression is applied to signals above this threshold. Range: 0 to -30 dBFS Low Volume Controls the amount of makeup gain applied to the compressed low level signal. Range: 0 to +30 dB High Volume Trims the amount of automatic gain compensation applied to the compressed high level signal.
Master Fader Controls High Level Compression Master Moves all High Level faders (Threshold and Volume) by the same value, relative to each of their current positions. Range: 0 to ±30 dB Low Level Compression Master Moves all Low Level faders (Threshold and Volume) by the same value, relative to each of their current positions. Range: 0 to ±30 dB High Level Volume Master Moves all High Level Volume faders by the same value, relative to each of their current positions.
Low Level Threshold Master Moves all Low Level Threshold faders by the same value, relative to each of their current positions. Range: 0 to ±30 dB Link Mode Selector The Link Mode Selector allows the selection of one of five link modes. Each Link Mode determines which channels are linked, both in the interface controls and with regard to the dynamic detector sidechain and compression.
Chapter 4 – The WaveSystem 4.1 The WaveSystem Toolbar All Waves processors feature the WaveSystem toolbar which takes care of most administrative functions you will encounter while working with your Waves software. The features of the WaveSystem toolbar are the same on practically all Waves processors, so familiarity with its features will be helpful whichever processor you are using. Toolbar Functions Undo Redo Setup A/B Copy A->B Load Save ? Undoes the last 32 actions. Redoes the last 32 undone actions.
Loading Presets and Setups Click-and-hold on the Load button to see the Load pop-up menu. The menu is divided into four sections. If a section is not currently available it will not appear in the Load popup menu. Open Preset File… Select to open any setup or preset file, whether from the Library or your own creations. ‘Filename.xps’: Displays any currently loaded Setup File and its presets. Factory Presets: Displays the default Factory Presets. User Presets: Displays any loaded User Presets.
Deleting Presets You may delete User Presets and presets within a Setup File. Factory Presets and Setup Library files cannot be deleted or overwritten. 1. Hold the Command (Mac)/Control (PC) key down. 2. Click-and-hold the Load button to see the pop-up menu. 3. While still holding the Command/Control key, select the preset or setup to delete. 4. A confirmation box will appear, allowing you to cancel or ‘OK’ the deletion.
Value Window Buttons Value windows display the value of a control and allow click-and-drag adjustment, or direct control via the keyboard. • • • Using the mouse, click-and-drag on the value window to adjust. Some value windows support left/right, some up/down (as you hover over a button, arrows will appear to let you know which direction of movement that button supports).
Appendix A –Link Modes When applying dynamics to a stereo mix, stereo imaging is preserved by applying identical gain attenuation/boost to both the left and right channels. This is known as linked dynamics processing. The dynamics detector works on an L+R linked sidechain, applying the same gain attenuation/boost to both left and right channels, preserving their relative levels and intended stereo image. In Surround, there are different schools of thought with regard to sound stage imaging.
Center | Quad | Sub This mode uses 3 separate sidechains: The first sidechain is dedicated to the Center (dialog) channel. The second chain links Left, Right, Left Surround, and Right Surround The third sidechain is dedicated to the LFE channel. This mode offers independent dynamic control over dialog, overall surround image, and LFE channel. Center | Front LR | Rear (LFE Is Bypassed) This mode uses 3 separate sidechains: The first sidechain is dedicated to the Center channel.
