Operating Conventions; Multi-Function Keys; Virtual Channel Pots; Vga Screen Navigation - Tascam SX-1 Quick Start Manual

Operating Conventions

Multi-Function Keys

Some keys have multiple functions. A key's primary
function is accessed by simply pressing the key. Sec-
ondary functions are accessed by entering Shift
mode. Press the key on the Numeric Keypad,
SHIFT

Virtual Channel Pots

The knobs at the top of the channel strips (above the
faders) are multi-function, infinitely rotating potenti-
ometers (pots for short). Depending on their cur-
rently selected mode (accessed by the
or keys), these controls serve as a
CHANNEL CUE
channel's pan pot, EQ, Aux sends or pan for the cue

VGA Screen Navigation

Getting around on a connected VGA display is just
like using a regular computer because the same
mouse and PS/2 keyboard rules apply. For example,
use the mouse to click on a field and open a pull
down menu, and enter names and values in text fields
with the PS/2 keyboard. A main menu bar at the top
and then press the multi-function key to reach its sec-
ondary function. Think of the
shift key of a standard PS/2 keyboard—it serves a
similar purpose.
mix. The virtual pots are surrounded by a ring of
LEDs which indicate their current setting. For exam-
ple, a pan pot that is hard left will have its far left
LED illuminated, or an Aux send that is full open
PAN/VIRTUAL
will have all of its LEDs lit.
of all the windows allows access to most SX-1 func-
tions. Just as with a computer-based application, you
can use the main menu bar to change pages, make
edits, save projects, and set preferences. However,
the SX-1 also gives you the option of accessing these
features directly from the mixer's control surface.
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