The Lcd And User Interface; Meter Views - Sound Devices 664 User Manual

The LCD and User Interface

The LCD display is the primary source
of information when operating the 664.
All settings are configured via the LCD
display. All signal level meters can be
displayed on the LCD display.
This chapter describes meter views,
including the Main screen which is
displayed when no other screens
are active, the Main menu, and LCD
Daylight mode.
Other screens are described where
applicable throughout the guide.

Meter Views

The 664 displays important metering information at a glance on its LCD. All
meter views provide various combinations of input, track, and return meters. By
default, the first of three meter views is shown. This view is known as the Main
screen.
Unarmed track
Powered off input
SMPTE timecode
Of the three meter views, two are predefined for the 664 are:
• LR, X1X2, 1-6 — This meter view (shown above) shows left, right bus tracks
as well as all 12 input tracks.
• LR, X1, X2, RTNs — This meter view shows left, right, X1, and X2 bus
tracks, plus all returns.
• Off — The third meter view is off by default, but may be set to a variety of
available combinations.
Active playback media
Current Take
Armed track
Sample rate information
Absolute recording time
Topics in this section include:
Meter Views
Using Meter Views
Customizing Meter Views
Accessing the Main Menu
Customizing the LCD and LEDs
Using LCD Daylight Mode
Media time remaining and audio file format
Power source and level
Meter View
Input limiting activity
Monitor (Headphone) information.
RTN levels
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