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VB-Audio MT128 Reference Manual

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JAN 2018
VB-Audio Software
V.Burel
MT128 Reference Manual
MT128 Version 1.2.1.1
MT128
128 Track Digital Audio Recorder
Playback and Play out system
Reference manual
This document describes the functions of the MT128 Software application, MT64-
Standard and MT32-SPLite.
WARNING
This Document is a Non-contractual document.
Functions and features described in this manual are subject to
change without notice.
MT128 Reference Manual
page 1
Non Contractual Document
Document designed by V.Burel2005-2016 all right reserved. All information provided in this document may be subject to change
without notice. All kind of usage, modification or diffusion of this document, without author agreement, is forbidden.

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  • Page 1 MT128 128 Track Digital Audio Recorder Playback and Play out system Reference manual This document describes the functions of the MT128 Software application, MT64- Standard and MT32-SPLite. WARNING This Document is a Non-contractual document. Functions and features described in this manual are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION: ......................6   Technical properties: ........................ 7   EQUIPMENT USE ENVIRONMENT ................8   DEFINITION OF USED TERMS ..................9   AD Converter ......................... 9  ...
  • Page 3 Locator function bar ......................29   Locator function bar in Player Mode ................... 30   Page Selector Bar ........................30   MT128 Page Overview ......................32   Transport Option Dialog Box ....................35   Edit Marker / Cue ........................38  ...
  • Page 4   Import SoundPad Session ....................95   Export SoundPad Session ....................97   Project Export ......................... 98   Exporting MT128 Project....................98   Project Import ........................101   Importing MT128 Project....................101   SOUND PAD MODULE....................104  ...
  • Page 5   MIDI / LTC ........................... 135   M.I.D.I. Input ........................136   M.I.D.I. Output ........................136   MT128 MIDI SYNC ......................136   SEND MIDI TIMECODE ....................136   MIDI Remote Monitoring ....................136     LTC input ........................... 136 MIDI Mapping ........................

  • Page 6: Introduction

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 INTRODUCTION: Congratulations to purchase this Multi-Track digital audio recorder and player. The MT-128 is an easy to use and secure hard disc multi track recording; player and play out system, designed for professional users. It is delivered as a computer based turnkey system or as integrated software in a piece of hardware (like mixing console).

  • Page 7: Technical Properties

    1-8 CHANNEL SOUND MANAGEMENT M.I.D.I. CONTROL BY LEARN FUNCTION GPIO AND SPECIAL KEYBOARD REMOTING SAMPLING AND EDITING FUNCTIONS (PITCH, GAIN, ATTACK, RELEASE), INTERACTION WITH MT128 TIMELINE. MT128 Reference Manual page 7 Non Contractual Document Document designed by V.Burel2005-2016 all right reserved. All information provided in this document may be subject to change...

  • Page 8: Equipment Use Environment

    MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 EQUIPMENT USE ENVIRONMENT The MT128 is Multi Tracks Audio Recorder Player system dedicated to stressful environment such as live performances, shows, public events or record session with a band or orchestra. MT128 Reference Manual...

  • Page 9: Definition Of Used Terms

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 DEFINITION OF USED TERMS source: Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. AD Converter An analog-to-digital converter (abbreviated ADC, A/D or A to D) is a device which converts continuous signals to discrete digital numbers. The reverse operation is performed by a digital-to-analog converter (DAC).

  • Page 10: Asio

    JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 a sample rate of 44.1kHz and a sample size of 16 bits. In addition to audio data, AIFF can include loop point data and the musical note of a sample, for use by hardware samplers and musical applications.

  • Page 11: Gpio

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 EtherSound is compliant with IEEE Ethernet standards allowing the use of standards-compliant hardware and cables. However, EtherSound is not designed to share Ethernet LANs with typical office operations data or Internet traffic such as email.

  • Page 12: Mmc

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 panning, cues, and clock signals to set the tempo. As an electronic protocol, it is notable for its widespread adoption throughout the music industry. Note names and MIDI note numbers. All MIDI compatible controllers, musical instruments, and MIDI- compatible software follow the same MIDI 1.0 specification, and thus interpret any given MIDI message...

  • Page 13: Ravenna

    JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 NTFS supersedes the FAT file system as the preferred file system for Microsoft’s Windows operating systems. NTFS has several improvements over FAT and HPFS (High Performance File System) such as...

  • Page 14: Usb

    JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 name stands for Sony/Philips Digital Interconnect Format (more commonly known as Sony Philips Digital InterFace), the two companies being the primary designers of the S/PDIF format. It is part of a larger collection of international standards known as IEC and defined by IEC 60958 (often referred to as AES/EBU), where it is known as IEC 60958 type II.
  • Page 15 JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 format used on Amiga and Macintosh computers, respectively. It is the main format used on Windows systems for raw and typically uncompressed audio. The usual bitstream encoding is the Pulse Code Modulation (PCM) format.

  • Page 16: Putting In Operation

    PUTTING IN OPERATION MT 128 Project Manager After launching the MT128 (or MT64-Standard) application, the project manager screen appears. It gives the list of all projects and templates found on the system. All available disks are automatically scanned. If this list is empty, it means that all disks are empty. If using MT32-SPLite, jump to next chapter.
  • Page 17 All settings, data base, media files will be copy on the given local disk as regular MT128 project. After the operation, the imported project will be listed in the project list. See Project Import chapter later in this document.

  • Page 18: Project Settings

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Project settings The project settings page appears after creating a new project or after loading an existing project. All Metadata, recording parameters (resolution, samplerate, file format) and TC-Sync source are entered or listed here.
  • Page 19 REM: Mirror mode works in 128 tracks only for 44.1 / 48kHz Sample rate. At 96 kHz the Mirror mode can work if the MT128 is limited to 64 tracks (depends on administration pages.).

  • Page 20: Preferred Disk

    SPLIT mode. When several disks are selected, in TAPE mode, the MT128 will detect when the disk becomes full and automatically continue the recording on next selected Media disk without any data loss. That’s why it is possible to change the disk order in the selection (by Button Move Up / Down).

  • Page 21: Extra Information

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Clisk Ok to validate the current disk selection and close dialog box. Cancel A tap discards changes being made and exits. Extra information A tap opens a sub page for editing further metadata of current project.
  • Page 22  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Category A tap opens the virtual keyboard to enter metadata of current project. Client A tap opens the virtual keyboard to enter metadata of current project. Client reference A tap opens the virtual keyboard to enter metadata of current project.

  • Page 23: Project Settings Page In Edit Mode

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Project Settings page in Edit Mode. When editing project (after having loaded the project), other functions are available such as SAVE AS Template. However the name cannot be modified except on SAVE AS command.

  • Page 24: Description Of Workspace

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 DESCRIPTION OF WORKSPACE The workspace of the MT-128 is subdivided in to 3 main parts. On top there is the "Top bar, in center there is the space for all "Function-Pages", on bottom is the "Transport Panel“, the „Locator Function Bar“...
  • Page 25  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Home (left of the Info Section) The HOME button allows going back to startup page (the first page showing project and template list). Project (Folder icon on the left of the Project section) The project button opens the project settings page (shown in the previous pages).

  • Page 26: Sys-Info Section

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 SYS-INFO Section : This section displays system information. Clicking in it will open the WatchDog Dialog Box (for expert user only). The incoming TC is shown in its original native format. The Format is blinking when chasing if it does not fit the Timecode format of the project (see Transport Option Dialog Box).

  • Page 27: Transport Control Panel

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Transport control panel The Transport Control Panel shows six buttons to control the MT-128, like on common tape machines. The color of the buttons changes from gray to yellow when a function is active.

  • Page 28: Playback Transport Control Panel

    JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 A tap starts recording. During record each tap will start a new take (if enabled in SysSet-Record). In Punch-Mode – indicated by the letter „P“ in the center of the button –...

  • Page 29: Locator Function Bar

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Depending on chosen mode the varispeed / scrubbing slider allows to move on the tape. This popup box appears when using FF/REW Transport functions (and if the option is enabled in Sys Set / Playback options Page).

  • Page 30: Locator Function Bar In Player Mode

    JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 A tap opens the „Marker Manager“ sub page. This Dialog Box allows to Edit Marker and CUE and displays Cue Show Panel to manage the Timeline by CUE list.
  • Page 31  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 I/O & Meters This page allows access to 4 sub pages to manage different system functions and audio routing pages: Meters Displays all levels for physical I/O as well as for Tracks I/O...

  • Page 32: Mt128 Page Overview

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 MT128 Page Overview The different pages of the workspace can be easily accessed by one or two taps. From the main operational pages, we can already access directly to different important pages like System Settings pages, project Settings page and Transport Option Page.
  • Page 33 V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 MT128 Function Pages Overview: Page Selector allows access to most of operational pages in 2 taps. The Tape Recorder pages allow managing main recorder/player functions. The SoundPad pages allow access to Sound Pad / Playlist Manager.
  • Page 34  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 SoundPad pages allow access to Sound Pad / Playlist Manager. MT128 Reference Manual page 34 Non Contractual Document Document designed by V.Burel2005-2016 all right reserved. All information provided in this document may be subject to change...

  • Page 35: Transport Option Dialog Box

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Transport Option Dialog Box By clicking on the right part of the Timecode display in the transport bar, a specific option dialog box appears to setup different options regarding the Transport.
  • Page 36 Is the Offset applied to the incoming Timecode in chasing mode. Send All Timecode When checked on, the MT128 is sending timecode on all possible output (LTC, MTC…). Chase : The chase section starts with the Delta Meter Bar that gives the drift of the timecode compared to the current playback position in chasing mode.
  • Page 37  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Stop Goto Previous Point: If this options is activated, pushing STOP (when transport is already stopped) will automatically place cursor to previous position (used to start playback or record).

  • Page 38: Edit Marker / Cue

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Edit Marker / Cue This page gives basically access to 2 view: the marker manager to edit locators, marker and cues, and the Cue Show Panel for operational Playback actions.
  • Page 39  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Set new A tap defines a new marker (type Locator) at the current playhead position. Delete A tap deletes selected marker after confirming the step. Sort Markers by...

  • Page 40: Marker With M.i.d.i Event

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 M.I.D.I. In Not implemented yet M.I.D.I. Out Opens Dialog to define a M.I.D.I. Command to be send to M.I.D.I. Out #1 & #2 (defined in System Settings pages) as well as to the SoundPad to launch a sound.
  • Page 41 JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 In the field M.I.D.I. Code the current defined Event is displayed in human language : for example : Channel #1 Note On E3 (64). 64 in parenthesis is the note number in decimal (Midi Data #1).

  • Page 42: Cue Show Panel

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Cue Show Panel: The Marker Manager Dialog Box provides two different views: An Edit one to manage the marker list and an operational one to use CUE marker as playback button to start timeline on different Timecode points.
  • Page 43 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 MT128 Cue Launcher on stage (managed by the drummer): MT128 Reference Manual page 43 Non Contractual Document Document designed by V.Burel2005-2016 all right reserved. All information provided in this document may be subject to change...

  • Page 44: Take Validation Box

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Take validation box The „Take Validation Box“ allows for preparing the next take. After recording a take it will popup automatically (depending on „SysSet-Recording-Always Good Take“) for confirmation of already recorded takes. The functionality of the Take Validation Box depends whether a new take needs to be prepared or existing takes need to validated.

  • Page 45: Non Validated Takes

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Non validated Takes A list shows all takes, that are not validated so far. A scrollbar on the right hand side allows for navigation through the list i.e. the take entries. A tap on the take name will select it for edit and shows all information related to the take (Origination Date, Record Session,...).

  • Page 46: I/O Function Pages

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 I/O FUNCTION PAGES The first group of pages allows to check audio i/o (metering pages) and configure ASIO driver. The “Tools & VBAN” sub page provides access to possible additional components and VBAN Streams.

  • Page 47: Asio Device

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 A tap shows the metering of all track inputs. Tracks Output A tap shows the metering of all track outputs Reset Max Peak A tap resets the maximum peak when „Hold Max Peak“ is on.

  • Page 48: Tools & Vban

    This page is intended to give access to additional components and manage different VBAN streams. Tools & Accessories can be regular software which will be listed on the left section (the list is given by the startup script, see administration page and MT128 StartupScript language documentation).
  • Page 49 VBAN Services can be Enabled/Disabled by the first line check box. This parameter is stored in the current MT128 project. A tap on the first line will open the macro menu. A Click on selected stream will open the configuration dialog box:...

  • Page 50: Route

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 VBAN Stream configurations are stored as system settings (in user registry) – not pending on project. Route This last page allows patching Physical I/O to Tracks and BUS. There are three lines: Inputs / Tracks / Outputs Depending of SysSet-Mixer / Routing –...

  • Page 51: Delay

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Tracks Tracks selector and overview that can be used as slider to select the wanted 16 tracks. Physical Output Out put Selector and overview that can be used as slider to select the wanted 16 output.
  • Page 52  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Track Button (128) For each track a delay can be set , reset, muted. Bypass All A tap bypasses all track delays. Button is blinking and track buttons become violet when mode is active.
  • Page 53 JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 A tap enables the enter-mode for the track delay in milliseconds. Button is blinking when mode is active, then a tap on a track button will open the virtual numeric for input of desired value.

  • Page 54: Tape Recorder Pages

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 TAPE RECORDER PAGES This group of 4 pages is dedicated to Timeline Recording and playback. They allow managing track arming, Timeline, EDL Editing, Import/Export; all the bare necessities to manage main functions of a recording session.
  • Page 55 JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 A tap arms all tracks (or enable playback if in this mode). Button is ON when all tracks are armed and previous states can be restored. A further tap will resume to previous arming selection.

  • Page 56: Group

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Group Tracks can be combined as track groups. Depending on „SysSet-Mixer / Routing – Exclusive Group“ a track can be part of one or more track groups. There are 16 Group...

  • Page 57: Edit Group Dialog Box

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 All Off A tap unarms all groups. If the button is ON, a further tap will resume to previous arming state. Tracks Arming A tap switches display to Arm Matrix (see previous section).
  • Page 58  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 A tap opens a selection for different sorting options (track number, track name, input assignment, output assignment). Set All A tap assigns all tracks. Button stays ON when all tracks are assigned, a further tap will resume to previous assignment.

  • Page 59: Mixer Pages

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 MIXER PAGES The MT-128 has three mixers – matrix, mixes and main. There are 9 stereo-busses (main, aux 1-8) for independent mixes and a pfl-bus which can be routed to any of the 128 physical outputs.
  • Page 60 JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Each track is represented by a strip. In each strip we have from the top to the bottom, a routing button, a button to ARM / UNARM track, a PFL button, a MUTE button and a fader to set the gain of the track.

  • Page 61: Mixes

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Gain A Tap on it display a precision fader to adjust level. Sort by: Sort by: Track Number, Track Name, Input assignment, Output Assignment Reset Menu This button opens a menu to reset different type of parameters of the mixer on all tracks : ARM ALL, ARM OFF, RESET PFL, RESET MUTE, SET SLIDER GAIN.
  • Page 62  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Meter bar Displays level of all tracks of the current selected mixer. The meter bar is also used to select part of the mixer and to show which strip are displayed in the mixer section.

  • Page 63: Group

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Gain A Tap on it display a precision fader to adjust level. Sort by: Sort by: Track Number, Track Name, Input assignment, Output Assignment tap closes the slider.

  • Page 64: Main

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Sorted Track The sorted function is the same as for all other mixer pages, but here will take effect only in the meter view. While the strip, showing group can be sorted by the other button.

  • Page 65: Virtual I/O

    Talkover & Monitoring: MT128 can manage extra device to talk over or monitor any track on a regular audio device (like audio onboard or USB headset). Like Virtual I/O it’s possible to route the incoming signal on any tracks in or out, and to monitor any audio track outputs on the regular playback device (see system settings / Mixer Routing / Extra I/O options to select extra audio device).

  • Page 66: Time Line Pages

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 TIME LINE PAGES All timeline based operation, take history and audio import/export-functions are provided in this suite of pages. Tracks view This page displays the timeline with possible waveform and allows to perform basic editing: COPY / CUT / DELETE / CROP.

  • Page 67: Keyboard Shortcuts

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Bottom Time Line Timeline – a tap in the bottom area will snap the playcursor to the nearest punch-marker position. Track Status This area displays the track number (or track range if there is not enough place) and the status of the track: A green led indicates when a track contains audio and a red led indicates an armed track.
  • Page 68  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 In EDIT mode the playback cursor becomes orange (the Color of Editing Functions), and several buttons becomes active (again in Orange) on the bottom of the timeline. The basic Editing task is performed by the following step: Select one or several clips to edit.
  • Page 69  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 A tap toggles selection mode between single and CTRL. Single = only one clip can be selected // CTRL = several clips can be selected. Clip /Take select A tap toggles selection mode between clip and take.

  • Page 70: Edit Dialog Box

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Editing functions support 16 Undo Levels stored on disk (it means you retrieve your UNDO level when reloading project). CTRL-Z and CTRL-Y keyboard Shortcut are also available: Edit Dialog Box:...
  • Page 71  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Main operations: Edit Action Copy To To Copy the Clips Selection to a Track / Time Code Destination Move To To Move the Clips Selection to a Track / Time Code Destination...

  • Page 72: Fast Render

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Cancel A Tap on Cancel button will exit the dialgo box. Fast Render: A tap on this button will open the fast render dialog box to export the selected clip as...

  • Page 73: List : Database Organization

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 List : Database organization. The List page is the database view of all recorded / imported audio file: Take and record session history, Files and Clips History. And finally EDL List which is the list of clip related to the timeline (what you see in the timeline view).

  • Page 74: Record List

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Record List A Record Session is created at the beginning of the record (since you press the REC button of the transport bar). A record session is created even if no track are armed. A Record session is finished when push the STOP button.
  • Page 75  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Deleting (Disabling or Enabling) Record session (s), automatically deletes (Disables or Enables) pending Takes and clips. Item Info A tap shows detail of the current selected Item and allow to edit some field : For...
  • Page 76  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Origination date Shows date and time of origin Termination date Shows date and time of termination. Take number Shows count of takes contained in the Record session File number...

  • Page 77: Take List

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Take List A tap shows a list of takes. Deleting (Disabling or Enabling) Take(s), automatically deletes (Disables or Enables) pending clips. On the right, there is navigation buttons : Home A tap switches the list view to the top position of the list.

  • Page 78: List View Functions

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 scroll slider scrolls variable the list vertically List View Functions Sort by: A tap opens a selection for different sorting options (history, name, start point, length, track+history, track+start point).

  • Page 79: Original Clip List

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Original Clip List A tap shows a list of clips generated by the different record sessions (or import sessions). This is the original clip list related to the record history.

  • Page 80: File List

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 File List All generated files (or imported files on the Time Line) are listed in the File List. Delete A tap deletes selected item(s). The related clips disappear from timeline (and consequently all related clips in EDL).

  • Page 81: Edl List Clip(S)

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 EDL List Clip(s) A tap shows the list of active clips on the timeline. The EDL reflects exactly what is represented on the Time Line Track(s). Since we can edit now the TimeLine Clips, we are retrieving in this page the EDIT button to perform editing operations on selected clips in the EDL (same as EDIT Dialog Box, see previous chapter related to timeline editing tasks).
  • Page 82  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 shows in-time of selected <item> (all items) shows out-time of selected <item> (all items) Size shows length of selected <item> (all items) Take shows the take the <item> belongs to (clip)

  • Page 83: Import / Export

    See next pages for procedure details. Import Sound Pad Session A tap opens subpage „Import SoundPad Session“, to imports in the current MT128 Project, a complete SoundPad session (audio files and Playlists) to the SoundPad Module. See next pages for procedure details.
  • Page 84  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Export Consolidated Tracks A tap opens subpage „Export Consolidated Tracks“, to compile one or several track in a single audio file per track. See next pages for procedure details.

  • Page 85: Import Audio File

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Import Audio File MT-128 can import regular professional uncompressed audio files (wav, bwf, aiff) as a „virtual take“. All audio files located in a (previous browsed) directory are listed and can be marked for import to the current project.
  • Page 86  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 This area shows position of selection cursor and total number of files. Selected file This area shows count of selected files for import. Use Separate Track Each audio file is imported to a separate track, incrementing from „Base Track“, vertical increment.
  • Page 87  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 A tap deselects all <items> in the list. Button is blinking when function is active. A further tap resumes to previous selection. SHIFT A tap enables coherently selection of two or more items in the list. Tap <Shift>, then first item entry and last item entry =>...
  • Page 88  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 A tap will display a confirmation dialog box to import selected audiofiles as a „virtual take“ according different options: Import by Reference Let the selected audio files where they are and create a virtual take by referencing the audio files.

  • Page 89: Import Tc Track

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Import TC Track MT-128 can generate and import LTC (Linear Time Code) as simple audio file. This is made to send different LTC signal to different machines running with time code.
  • Page 90  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 This button will start to generate the LTC file and then will import it on timeline on defined target track / timecode position. Cancel This button will cancel the import process.

  • Page 91: Export Consolidated Tracks

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Export Consolidated Tracks MT-128 can compile timeline to export an audio file per track. This operation is useful when having done multiple recordings, re recording or dubbings on the same timeline region and when it’s needed to consolidate track(s) to export them to a post production...
  • Page 92  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Target Folder This field displays the current main target where the Exported audio file will be created. This can be changed by a tap on it. A Dialog box will appear for browsing directory and let you select new target folder.

  • Page 93: Export Fast Render

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Target File Format File Format and Bit Resolution can be set there. All information are displayed above the progress bar: the number of tracks (and files) that will be generated, the estimated memory required and in parenthesis the number of clips involved in the consolidate process.
  • Page 94  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 A tap Check On all <items> in the list. Button is blinking when function is active. A further tap resumes to previous check box status. Deselect All A tap Check Off all <items> in the list. Button is blinking when function is active. A further tap resumes to previous check box status.

  • Page 95: Import Soundpad Session

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Import SoundPad Session MT-128 can import Sound Pad session in the current project (to replace the current SoundPad configuration). A Sound Pad Session includes all sounds used in SoundPAD (instant playback) and Playlists, with all configuration options (including MIDI implementation).
  • Page 96  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Import (SoundPad Session) A tap will display the following dialog box to import the selected SoundPad Session with the possibility to copy audio files in local disk, or in a given folder.

  • Page 97: Export Soundpad Session

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Export SoundPad Session MT-128 can export the current Sound Pad session in a SPS file, with or without related audio files. Primary Target Folder Allows to select another folder where to export/copy SoundPad session.

  • Page 98: Project Export

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Project Export In the startup page there is an EXPORT PROJECT button to export the current selected project entirely, or just the take to other hard disk (or any USB or network storage).
  • Page 99 On the bottom of the take list, there is 4 buttons to help you to make your selection if required. On the top right you can decide to export the MT128 project (including Sound Pad session) or takes only (both are selected per default).
  • Page 100  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Click on this button to make appear the dialog box below to confirm and launch the export process. In this dialog box, the full target folder is reminded and the Project Folder Name (Export Folder) that will contain absolutely all files (with possibly subfolders) giving the entire exported project.

  • Page 101: Project Import

    MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Project Import In the startup page there is an IMPORT PROJECT button to import an archived project on local disk, to be used as regular project by the MT128.. Importing MT128 Project. Current Source Directory (Import From) A tap in this area will let you select the folder where are Exported project (usually in MT128_EXPORT directory).
  • Page 102  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Ok : Tap on OK button to start to import procedure. A progress bar (with remaining time) will show you the process progression. Cancel : Click on this button to cancel operation.
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  • Page 104: Sound Pad Module

    MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 SOUND PAD MODULE MT128 can include now an extra module called SoundPAD allowing to make instant playback and playlists management. When activated, the Sound PAD page looks like below: SoundPAD module can display tow different operational pages: this one above showing SoundPad page and the Playlist Page by pushing PLAY LIST button on the right.

  • Page 105: Soundpad Edit Mode

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 SoundPad page shows 16 Sound Buttons (20 in extended mode, up to 32 if displayed in Full HD extra Display Monitor). SoundPAD Edit Mode To import Sound in SoundPAD, EDIT mode must be activated to make appear the different possible actions (in orange).
  • Page 106 Import Audio File: A Tap in this area will open a dialog box to select audio file from disk. Sampling: A Tap in this area will open a dialog box to let you record audio directly from MT128 tracks inputs. Copy: A Tap in this button make you enter in the COPY Mode to let you copy a button to another place, possibly in another buttons page.

  • Page 107: Audio File Selector

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Audio File Selector When clicking on section called “Import Audio File” and Audio File Selector appears to let you select one or several audio file to create one or several SoundPAD buttons.

  • Page 108: Import Options Dialog Box

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Sort File List by: A tap opens a selection for different sorting options (FAT order, name, file type, file length). Select All A tap selects all files in the current list. Button remains pushed when function is active.
  • Page 109  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Pushing OK button will start the import process (including possible Copy) and will create related buttons in Sound Pad. MT128 Reference Manual page 109 Non Contractual Document Document designed by V.Burel2005-2016 all right reserved. All information provided in this document may be subject to change...

  • Page 110: Soundpad Operational Page

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 SoundPad Operational Page After having loaded audio file, buttons can be used right immediately to launch sound, jingles, announce, music or any sound effects. Click on button to play Sound, Click again to stop it. PLAY-STOP is the default mode for a new button just being created.

  • Page 111: Soundpad Mode And Special Bottom Bar

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 SoundPad Mode and Special Bottom Bar: The project mode, given in the project settings, displays a special transport bar. The SoundPad Transport bar allows to manage playlist with big button to play / stop current item or play next one.

  • Page 112: Soundpad Dual Screen

    SoundPad Dual Screen: It is also possible to display Sound Pad on secondary monitor (possibly full HD – 1920 x 1080) and then keep the original 4:3 main display monitor for other page of the MT128. MT128 Reference Manual page 112 Non Contractual Document Document designed by V.Burel2005-2016 all right reserved.
  • Page 113  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 To display SoundPad page on another monitor, go in system option pages: Layout options. There, “Extend SoundPad Display” option will allow you to position the SoundPad page on secondary or primary monitor.

  • Page 114: Soundpad Button Editing

    Routing Dialog Box to change this track assignation. Per default, Sound is routed to tracks outputs, but can be routed to tracks inputs to be possibly recorded by the MT128 recorder (by the MIXER / MAIN page, see Mixer topics earlier in this document).
  • Page 115 JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 On the right of the waveform we are retrieving the same buttons than on Timeline to Zoom in and out and move the waveform horizontally on the left and on the right.

  • Page 116: Up Mix Dialog Box

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Normalize This control makes appear the Numeric Pad to enter a normalization gain (per default -0 dB). This normalization will find the gain to apply to the sound defined by start and end point.
  • Page 117  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Start Point A Tap in this area will define the start point of the sound by using the current position of the cursor. A long tap will open a TimeCode edit box to enter exact position.

  • Page 118: Playback Mode

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Playback Mode: A Tap in this button will change the playback mode of the button. It means how the button will play the sound according user action. This mode is mainly related to M.I.D.I.

  • Page 119: M.i.d.i. Implementation

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Attack Time This control makes appear the Numeric Pad to enter attack time in ms (for all channels). It is the time to reach the nominal level when Touch on (when starting playback).
  • Page 120 MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 This button enters in LEARN mode and wait for an incoming M.I.D.I. message coming from MT128 MIDI port #1 or port #2 or from MT128 Remote Driver generating MIDI code (like XKEYS-24 driver for example). Need To Be Armed If enabled, this mode place the button in NOT ARMED state, and the user interface allows to ARM or unARM button to be able to receive or not M.I.D.I.

  • Page 121: Local Monitoring

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 A Tap in this button will change the playback mode of the button. (same than on Edit Dialog Box). Display Mode: Big Display This option allows to display the Button name in Big.
  • Page 122 This dialog box allows selecting tracks for 1 to 8 possible channels in the 128 possible input or output MT128’s tracks. This selection is made according the order of selection and it’s shown on the bottom, in the current order. First selected track is for channel one, second selected track is for channel two etc…...
  • Page 123 JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 It displays the source File with its entire directory and the current Target Folder. A sub folder can be created here by typing a directory name in the field “User Target Sub Folder”.

  • Page 124: Soundpad Group Editing

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 SoundPad Group Editing The Edit Sel Button allows selecting several buttons to edit their properties at once. Clicking on Prop button will open the regular property dialog box and will allow to change/set one or several parameters (modifications are shown in orange): Clicking on Route button will open the regular routing dialog box.

  • Page 125: Soundpad Sampling

    Routing for recording (not the output routing for playback). V1 and V2 written in the routing area means that the Virtual Input are also coming here (MT128 VAIO Driver) to record any PC Sound (Media Player, Spotify, Deezer, DVD 5.1, and all audio application using regular windows audio driver).
  • Page 126 Minimize This button allows to minimize the Sampling page and display it in Top Z order to let you navigate in other MT128 pages to check levels, or routing or launch extra applications (media player, internet browser etc… ). Monitoring...
  • Page 127  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Record A Tap on this button will start the Sampling process. The recorded sound will appear on the waveform in real time. Record buttons is now displayed as a STOP button to terminate the sampling process at any time.
  • Page 128  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 SYSTEM SETTINGS (Blue pages) & ADMINISTRATION PAGES (Black pages) MT128 Reference Manual page 128 Non Contractual Document Document designed by V.Burel2005-2016 all right reserved. All information provided in this document may be subject to change...

  • Page 129: System Settings

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 SYSTEM SETTINGS For individual control of the MT-128, there are several options to match requirements needed by the user. System settings are global options that are more depending on the general configuration and possible connected hardware.

  • Page 130: Create New Audio File On New Take

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 CREATE NEW AUDIO FILE ON NEW TAKE For each take (also while recording), a new audio file is created. ALWAYS GOOD TAKE All takes are auto confirmed, no take validation dialog box appears.

  • Page 131: Playback Options

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 PLAYBACK OPTIONS The second thumbnail is presenting option related to playback. PLAYBACK ON RECORD Playback is launched when pushing record button. CHANGE TIMELINE POSITION ON PLAYBACK Allows user to change cursor position while playback.

  • Page 132: Mixer/Routing

    EXTRA I/O MICROPHONE The MT128 can manage additional audio recording device to let you talk over any channel of the main audio stream with a regular microphone connected to your audio onboard or through a USB Headset (see MIXER Main section to activate and route this extra device).

  • Page 133: Regional Options

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 onboard or USB Headset (see MIXER Main section to activate and route this extra device). REGIONAL OPTIONS The Regional option thumbnail allows to set some well known system parameters DISPLAY LOCAL DATE/TIME (otherwise UTC) If set, all date/time will be displayed according your regional setting below.

  • Page 134: Virtual Keyboard Type

    This page allows to change layout of the bottom bar and different display options. EXTEND SOUNDPAD DISPLAY Display SoundPad page on secondary monitor or the opposite: extra monitor can display MT128 while SoundPad page stays on main display monitor. SoundPAD can be MT128 Reference Manual page 134 Non Contractual Document Document designed by V.Burel2005-2016 all right reserved.

  • Page 135: Soundpad Full Screen Display

    V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 displayed on different monitor size (1024x768 min to 16/9 full HD or more) while MT128 is fixed to 1024x768 screen resolution. SOUNDPAD FULL SCREEN DISPLAY Allow to Display SoundPad in full screen when using a full HD display monitor for example.

  • Page 136: M.i.d.i. Input

    To activate and select a MIDI output Device MT128 MIDI SYNC To activate the MT128 Property protocol on input or/and on output. This is made to synchronize 2 MT128 Machine (only for Play / Stop / Record / Goto command).

  • Page 137: Midi Mapping

    MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 MIDI Mapping This page allows assigning MIDI code (coming from any MIDI sources) to MT128 functions (TRANSPORT and SOUND PAD). Transport MIDI Mapping This first line allows to ENABLE / DISABLE Transport MIDI mapping and select the MIDI source, MIDI in#1, MIDI in #2, MIDI coming from remote drivers, MIDI coming from VBAN Stream MIDI 1 or VBAN-MIDI2 or all in the same time (per default).

  • Page 138: Sound Pad Mapping

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Sound PAD Mapping This line allows to ENABLE / DISABLE SoundPad MIDI mapping and select the MIDI source, MIDI in#1, MIDI in #, MIDI coming from remote drivers, MIDI coming from VBAN Stream MIDI 1 or VBAN-MIDI2 or all in the same time (per default).

  • Page 139: Remoting Options

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Remoting Options A tap opens the „Remoting Options“ Page. This is listing all drivers found on the system to interface different remote surface. This list will be increased in the time according the user needs and different supported devices…...

  • Page 140: X-Key 24 Midi Mapping

    15: Note On F#4 (Velocity 64) 16: Note On G4 (Velocity 64) When pushing a key, a M.I.D.I. note ON is sent to the MT128 on the M.I.D.I. channel specified in the 17: Note On G#4 (Velocity 64) X-Keys configuration dilog box above.

  • Page 141: Gpio Midi Mapping

    MODE When CONTACT ON, a M.I.D.I. note ON message is Transport Options, the 2 first sent to the MT128 on the M.I.D.I. channel specified in lines are used to manage the the X-Keys configuration dialog box above. PLAY and RECORD status.

  • Page 142: Administration Pages

    From the Startup page, the user can get access to administration pages. These pages are protected by login / password. Administration pages allow to change some system options (also by managing startup script), update the MT128 version with a new package, manage licensing and format disks according a secure procedure. MT128 Reference Manual...

  • Page 143: Administration Login

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Administration Login: The default Login / Password is ‘admin / admin’ MT128 Reference Manual page 143 Non Contractual Document Document designed by V.Burel2005-2016 all right reserved. All information provided in this document may be subject to change...

  • Page 144: General Options

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 General Options: In the first page we are retrieving regular system options and regional settings. Local Time Reference A tap in this field will open a popup list of GMT references (same as Windows).

  • Page 145: Startup Options

    V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Startup Options This page is made for special configuration option related to MT128 startup sequence. LOAD LAST PROJECT If set, this option will automatically load last used project on startup. START PLAYBACK If set, this option will automatically launch Playback after load project.

  • Page 146: Licensing

    Licensing: The Licensing page, will allow changing the licensing of the Hardlock dongle connected inside the MT128 station. It can be useful to renew temporary license or to add possible optional feature if required (possible future options). To activate Sound PAD module for example, it could be necessary to this administration page to upgrade dongle.

  • Page 147: Update Page

    MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Update page The Update page allows updating the MT128 version with a new package. It also allows activating a previous version. In all cases the update/activation procedure will take effect on next launch. Load Package Push this button to load the selected package present on the current selected folder.

  • Page 148: Load Package And Installation Procedure

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Load Package and Installation procedure. Clicking on LOAD PACKAGE button opens the dialog box below. It displays different information about the package. The “comment” field gives the main new features / functions / correction added in the package.

  • Page 149: Script Page

    MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Script Page The MT128 Startup is conditioned by 2 scripts. The system script provided by the manufacturer (not editable) and the startup script that can be edited in this administration page: The startup Script is read and interpreted on MT128 startup. For more information about...

  • Page 150: System Pages: System Function Access

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 System pages: System function access. The last page gives access to system function and components. For example Windows Explorer could be launched from the O/S Application menu. Also the Administration pages Login and Password can be modified in this page.

  • Page 151: Disk Manager

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Disk Manager The Disk manager component is here to provide a simplified and secure way to manage disk, without risk to format or reset system disk. REM: A direct Access to Disk manager can be set in the Startup Page (so without asking to the user to enter in the administration pages) –...

  • Page 152: Format Disk

     JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Format Disk When pushing the FORMAT button, the following dialog box appears. Different information can be set before launching the format process. User Information This text field is free for user to write whatever kind of information. IT will be stored on the root as regular TXT file to help to identify the disk, without having to scan it precisely.
  • Page 153  JAN 2018 VB-Audio Software V.Burel MT128 Reference Manual MT128 Version 1.2.1.1 Quick Format This option is made to perform a QUICK or ENTIRE format. Quick format will make a logical format by resetting the FAT only, while entire format will check all sectors and possibly mark them if defected.

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