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Avid Technology VENUE S3L-X System Manual (317 pages)

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Table of Contents
4
Part I Overview

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Chapter 1. Introduction to the VENUE | S3L-X System

12
- S3L-X System Features
  13
- S3 Control Surface Features
  13
- E3 Engine Features
  14
- Stage 16 Remote Stage Box Features
  14
- What's Included
  15
- Additional Required Components
  16
- Optional Components
  16
- Operational Requirements
  16
- Connection Requirements
  17
- System Requirements and Compatibility
  17
- About Www.avid.com
  17
- Registration
  17
- Conventions Used in this Guide
  18
Chapter 2. Configuring and Connecting

19
- Unpacking and Assembling System Components
  19
- Connecting Power
  20
- Connecting Peripherals
  21
- Connecting an S3L-X System
  21
- Powering up the System
  24
- Confirming System Components
  25
- Enabling Config Mode
  25
- Setting up a Basic System
  26
- Setting up a Shared Input Configuration
  27
- Setting the System Clock
  28
- Managing Connections
  29
- How to Proceed
  30
- Audio and Control Connections, Switches, and Indicators
  31
- Installing Additional Software
  35
Part II Description

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Chapter 3. S3L-X System Control Overview

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- S3 Control Surface Top Panel Overview
  37
- Channel Section
  38
- Channel Control
  42
- Global Controls
  44
- Software Screen Overview
  48
Chapter 4. Banking and Selecting Channels

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- Banking Channels
  52
- Selecting and Targeting Channels
  57
- Screen Controls
  59
- Screen Shortcuts
  59
- Type Text Search
  63
Chapter 5. Channel Control

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Chapter 6. Options

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- System
  70
- Busses
  73
- Pickoffs
  74
- Snapshots
  75
- Misc
  76
- Interaction
  77
- Devices
  79
- Events
  80
- Plug-Ins
  80
Part III Signal Routing

81
Chapter 7. Inputs and Input Routing

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Chapter 8. Outputs and Output Routing

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- Configuring Outputs
  97
- Assigning Busses to Hardware Outputs
  99
- Using Built-In Comp/Lim and EQ on Outputs
  100
- Using Inserts on Outputs
  101
- Adjusting On-Screen Output Controls
  102
- Adjusting the Mains
  103
- Direct Outputs
  105
- Vcas
  107
- Automation Safing Output Channels
  109
- Managing Bus Assignments
  109
- Working with Outputs in a Shared Input Configuration
  110
Chapter 9. Groups

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- Configuring Group Busses
  111
- Routing Groups to Mains
  111
- Adjusting Group Output Parameters
  111
- Group Spill
  113
- Group Bus Signal Flow Options
  113
Chapter 10. Auxes and Variable Groups

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Chapter 11. Matrix Mixers

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Chapter 12. Patchbay

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- Accessing the Patchbay
  130
- Overview of the Patchbay
  130
- Navigating the Patchbay
  133
- Assigning Channels in the Patchbay
  133
- Warning When Stealing Inputs or Outputs in the Patchbay
  135
- Patch List Export
  135
Chapter 13. Solo and Monitor Busses

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- Selecting a solo Mode
  137
- Configuring solo and Monitor Options
  138
- Using solo
  139
- Solo Safing Channels
  140
- Using the Monitor Bus
  141
- Adjusting Monitor/Headphone Level
  142
- Oscillator, Talkback, and 2-Track Controls
  142
Chapter 14. Muting and Mute Groups

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- Muting Channels
  145
- Using Mute Groups
  145
Part IV Processing

149
Chapter 15. Dynamics

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- Dynamics Overview
  150
- Built-In Comp/Lim
  150
- Built-In Exp/Gate
  151
- Adjusting Dynamics Plug-Ins
  152
- Input Direct Mode
  153
- On-Screen Dynamics Controls
  153
- Dynamics Settings and Presets
  154
- Using the Sidechain
  155
- Channel Control Dynamics Parameter Mapping
  157
- Control Ranges for Built-In Dynamics
  157
Chapter 16. EQ

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- EQ Overview
  158
- Built-In EQ Parameters
  159
- Adjusting EQ
  160
- Adjusting EQ Plug-Ins
  163
- Graphic EQ for Outputs
  163
- Input Direct Mode
  164
- EQ Settings and Presets
  164
- Control Ranges for Built-In 4-Band EQ (All Modes)
  166
Chapter 17. Plug-Ins

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- Plug-Ins Quick Start
  167
- Installing and Authorizing Plug-Ins
  167
- Plug-In Version Checker
  171
- USB Ports for Iloks
  171
- Plug-In Racks
  172
- Rack Slots
  175
- Routing Plug-Ins
  177
- Adjusting Plug-Ins
  179
- Bypassing Plug-Ins
  180
- Plug-In Presets and Snapshots
  181
- Plug-In DSP Usage
  182
- Initializing the Plug-In Racks
  182
- Plug-In Levels
  182
- Plug-In Latency and Processing Delay
  182
Chapter 18. Hardware Inserts

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Part V Shows

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Chapter 19. Shows and File Management

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- Creating Shows
  186
- Loading a Show
  187
- Working with Presets
  188
- Transferring Settings, Shows and Presets
  190
- Undoing Changes Using the History Feature
  191
Chapter 20. Snapshots

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- Snapshots Page
  192
- Creating Snapshots
  197
- Recalling Snapshots
  198
- Recall Safe
  200
- Automation Safe
  204
- Managing Snapshots
  204
- Making Changes to Snapshots
  207
- Preview Mode
  208
- Undoing Snapshot Commands
  211
- Disabling Snapshots
  211
- Adding MIDI, Plug-In, and Media Data to Snapshots
  212
- Snapshot Options
  217
- Snapshot Data Types and Parameters
  219
Chapter 21. Events

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- Introduction
  220
- The Events Tab
  221
- Creating Events
  224
- Creating Triggers
  226
- Creating Actions
  228
- Testing Events
  229
- Resetting Events
  229
- Snapshots and Events
  230
- Default Settings, Templates and Examples
  231
- Tap Tempo for Plug-Ins
  232
- Trigger Types
  234
- Action Types
  235
Chapter 22. Synchronization

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Chapter 23. Using the Standalone Software

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Part VI Recording and Playback

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Chapter 24. 2-Track USB Recording and Playback

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- USB Flash Drive Requirements
  247
- Media Page
  247
- Transport
  250
- Recording Audio to USB
  251
- Playing Back Audio from USB
  253
- Managing USB Audio
  255
- Using Snapshots to Trigger Transport Commands
  256
- Using Events to Trigger USB Transport Commands
  257
- Controlling USB 2-Track Recording and Playback
  258
Chapter 25. Pro Tools Recording and Playback

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- Pro Tools Recording and Playback Capabilities and Features
  260
- Pro Tools Compatibility
  260
- S3L-X and Pro Tools Overview
  261
- Installing Pro Tools
  262
- Connecting to Pro Tools
  262
- Enabling Direct Digital Splits
  263
- Using Virtual Soundcheck
  264
- Using Pro Tools Assignable I/O
  266
- Using Input Mode
  268
- Enabling VENUE Link
  269
- Using VENUE Link
  270
- Controlling Pro Tools from Global Control
  275
Part VII Specifications and Troubleshooting

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Chapter 26. Mechanical Specifications

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- S3 Control Surface
  277
- E3 Engine
  278
- Stage 16
  279
- Power and Status LED Codes
  280
- Network Port Snake Act and Sig Leds
  280
Chapter 27. Audio Specifications

281
Chapter 28. S3L-X System Signal Flow Diagrams

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- Monitor Bus Signal Flow Diagram
  288
- Input Signal Flow Diagram
  289
- Output Signal Flow Diagram
  290
Chapter 29. Troubleshooting

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- Problem Solving
  291
- Performing a Soft Reset
  294
- Hardware Monitoring Window
  294
- Resetting Hardware Components
  295
- Offline or Unavailable Devices
  295
- Utility Mode
  295
- Resetting the Plug-In Racks
  295
- Using the System Restore Software
  296
Part VIII Reference

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Chapter 30. GPI Port Reference

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- GPI Port Specifications
  299
- GPI Wiring Diagrams
  300
Chapter 31. Ecx Ethernet Control

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- Ecx Capabilities and Features
  302
- Required Components for Ecx
  302
- Ecx Host and Client Software
  302
Appendix A. E3 Engine Secure USB Port

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Appendix B. Configuring Stage 16 Rack Ears/Handles

305
Appendix C. Compliance

308
- Environmental Compliance
  308
- EMC (Electromagnetic Compliance)
  308
Index

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Avid Technology VENUE S3L-X System Manual (317 pages)

Table of Contents

Part I Overview

Chapter 1. Introduction to the VENUE | S3L-X System

Chapter 2. Configuring and Connecting

Part II Description

Chapter 3. S3L-X System Control Overview

Chapter 4. Banking and Selecting Channels

Chapter 5. Channel Control

Chapter 6. Options

Part III Signal Routing

Chapter 7. Inputs and Input Routing

Chapter 8. Outputs and Output Routing

Chapter 9. Groups

Chapter 10. Auxes and Variable Groups

Chapter 11. Matrix Mixers

Chapter 12. Patchbay

Chapter 13. Solo and Monitor Busses

Chapter 14. Muting and Mute Groups

Part IV Processing

Chapter 15. Dynamics

Chapter 16. EQ

Chapter 17. Plug-Ins

Chapter 18. Hardware Inserts

Part V Shows

Chapter 19. Shows and File Management

Chapter 20. Snapshots

Chapter 21. Events

Chapter 22. Synchronization

Chapter 23. Using the Standalone Software

Part VI Recording and Playback

Chapter 24. 2-Track USB Recording and Playback

Chapter 25. Pro Tools Recording and Playback

Part VII Specifications and Troubleshooting

Chapter 26. Mechanical Specifications

Chapter 27. Audio Specifications

Chapter 28. S3L-X System Signal Flow Diagrams

Chapter 29. Troubleshooting

Part VIII Reference

Chapter 30. GPI Port Reference

Chapter 31. Ecx Ethernet Control

Appendix A. E3 Engine Secure USB Port

Appendix B. Configuring Stage 16 Rack Ears/Handles

Appendix C. Compliance

Index

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