ALLEN & HEATH GLD CHROME EDITION User Manual

ALLEN & HEATH GLD CHROME EDITION User Manual

Digital mixing system

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DIGITAL MIXING SYSTEM
User Guide
Check the Allen & Heath web site for the latest version available
Publication AP9989 Issue 1

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  • Page 1 DIGITAL MIXING SYSTEM User Guide Check the Allen & Heath web site for the latest version available Publication AP9989 Issue 1...
  • Page 2 The GLD range of products complies with the European Electromagnetic Compatibility directives 2004/108/EC and the European Low Voltage directives 2006/95/EC. GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 Issue 1 Copyright © 2015 Allen & Heath. All rights reserved ALLEN&HEATH Allen & Heath Limited, Kernick Industrial Estate, Penryn, Cornwall, TR10 9LU, UK http://www.allen-heath.com...
  • Page 3: Read Before Starting

    System operating firmware The function of GLD Chrome Edition is determined by the firmware (operating software) that runs it. This guide relates to Version 1.5 firmware.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Working with Scenes ....................23 User Profiles ......................24 USB Playback and Recording .................. 25 How to update GLD system Firmware ..............26 Specification ......................28 Dimensions and weights ..................29 Quick start sheet ....................... 30 GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 iss.1...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Combining supreme ease of use with a wealth of advanced functionality, GLD Chrome Edition is a digital mixing system fast to learn for the new recruit and with the sophistication to satisfy the most demanding veteran engineer. GLD Chrome Edition takes the acclaimed GLD concept to the next level with sleek new styling reflecting an array of powerful new features.
  • Page 6 ME Personal Mixing System GLD Chrome Edition can interface directly with the Allen & Heath ME Personal Mixing System to allow musicians, performers and presenters to control their own monitor mix without using up GLD mix buses. – 40 channel personal mixer –...
  • Page 7: Gld Systems And Socket Numbering

    Any mix or signal can be patched to any of the output sockets. System examples GLD + AR2412 Standard AR system 32 in, 22 out 24 remote mic inputs GLD + AR84 Compact AR system 16 in, 14 out 8 remote mic inputs GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 iss.1...
  • Page 8 GLD + 2x AB168 Two digital stage boxes 40 in, 26 out 32 remote mic inputs GLD + AR2412 + AB168 + AR84 Fully expanded AR system 48 in, 30 out 48 remote mic inputs GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 iss.1...
  • Page 9: System Block Diagram

    Outputs’ box. These signals connect to the GLD via the dSNAKE or EXPANDER ports. Note the options available for AUX sends, FX sends and global Direct Out. Configuration possibilities are shown for the MIX masters. GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 iss.1...
  • Page 10: Gld Chrome Mixer Controls

    (mix) PAFL. socket numbers in place of the name in the LCD fader is presented on the right hand displays. Set this preference in the Setup / strip while in this mode. Control screen. GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 iss.1...
  • Page 11: Gld Chrome Mixer Rear Connectors

    I/O Port options for system linking, expansion, recording and audio networking using one of the option cards available from Allen & Heath. 64 channel bi-directional 48kHz audio. EtherSound Waves ADAT Dante MADI iDR out Aviom Hearback GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 iss.1...
  • Page 12: Connect And Power Up

     If the system was not powered down as described above then a ‘Not shut down correctly’ screen appears the next time the system is turned on. GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 iss.1...
  • Page 13: Gld Editor, Ipad Apps And Wireless Router

    You do not need to change the GLD setting to DHCP. The console will work fine with a static IP address as long as it is not within the router DHCP address range. GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 iss.1...
  • Page 14 It can help to place it high up to avoid obstacles such as people and equipment. Avoid locating it behind pillars or walls, near metal beams or on top of loudspeakers. GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 iss.1...
  • Page 15: Recall A Template Show As A Starting Point

    Overwrite, Delete or become available Rename an existing when a USB key User Show. is plugged in and Info shows details on is recognised. file size and when the highlighted Show was last modified. GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 iss.1...
  • Page 16: Template Show Settings

    2 contents with your preferred settings, rename them, write in a description, set their Recall Filters to reset selected parameters only, or simply delete them. You can still access the default reset using Scene 499 or 500 if needed. GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 iss.1...
  • Page 17 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 M1 M1 M2 M2 GLD-80 Talkback In = not patched 41 42 43 45/6 Playback Record dSNAKE EXPANDER I/O Port M1 M1 Out = IP Skt 1-48 for digital mic split DIGITAL GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 iss.1...
  • Page 18 Aux (IEM) mix PAFL key will mute the engineer’s Wedge monitor. GLD-80 Talkback In = not patched 41 42 43 45/6 Playback Record dSNAKE EXPANDER I/O Port Out = IP Skt 1-48 for digital mic split DIGITAL GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 iss.1...
  • Page 19: A Few Things To Know Before Starting

    Look here to check that you are on the correct mix. For example, Shows USB playback and recording status. remember to turn off an Aux key to return to the Main (LR) mix Touch to open the USB Audio screen. after adjusting a monitor level. GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 iss.1...
  • Page 20 Press and hold the Alt View key to see the Channel Number, Socket Number or fader dB value in place of the Name in the LCD display. Choose the Alt View function using the Setup / Control / Surface Prefs screen. GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 iss.1...
  • Page 21 PAFL Sends the channel PFL (pre-fade listen) or AFL (after-fade listen) signal to the GLD headphones and monitoring system. Preferences for the PAFL system are set using the Setup / Audio / PAFL screen. Input PAFL overrides mix master PAFL. GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 iss.1...
  • Page 22 The Input and Master faders are not down affected. + press Mix Assign  Hold down the Assign key and press channel keys to assign or de-assign the channels from the group. GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 iss.1...
  • Page 23: Working With Scenes

    You can paste one Scene to multiple positions in the list. Touch OPTIONS to turn the Scene Editing Confirmation option on or off. This affects Scene Store, Recall, Delete and Copy using the Scene Manager page. GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 iss.1...
  • Page 24: User Profiles

    Surface. If a User Scene has been set then this will be recalled, but only if you are logging in as a different user. GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 iss.1...
  • Page 25: Usb Playback And Recording

    Playback Files pull-up option. Or you can create it Show Recorded Files –List audio files found in the manually using your computer and add the files you USBRecord sub directory only. wish to play back. GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 iss.1...
  • Page 26: How To Update Gld System Firmware

    Any AudioRacks currently connected or connected later to the GLD-80 will have their firmware automatically updated by the GLD-80 during their boot process. Step7 Recall your settings Recall a Template Show or the User Show you saved before the update to restore your settings. GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 iss.1...
  • Page 27 USB key. GLD creates this directory to store audio recordings. GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 iss.1...
  • Page 28: Specification

    Source, follow Fader, follow Mute (global for all) Card Options A&H ACE, MADI, Dante, ES, Waves, MMO Operating Temperature 0 deg C to 35 deg C (32 deg F to 95 deg F) GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 iss.1...
  • Page 29: Dimensions And Weights

    20-20kHz Controls Level, Mute Routing To Groups, Aux, Main, Matrix 31-Bands 1/3 octave 20-20kHz Source Follows selected PAFL source Peak Band Indication Option to display dominant frequency GLD-80 = 730 GLD-112 = 1000 GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 iss.1...
  • Page 30: Quick Start Sheet

    Ganging screen. Choose attributes. = Sends and Assignments (not Pre/Post) Ganging does not link the Gains or Trims. GLD Chrome Edition User Guide AP9989 iss.1 > Now hold down Paste and press the key of the strip to paste to...
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