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Can you use the 1622 with a Y-cable? How do I adjust the input gains on my 1622? The 1622 is not showing up properly. It looks like the 1622 is being called 888/24 #4. The 1622 is not showing up at all. Is there any way to save the level gain stages for the 1622 on each song? Can a 1622 be used in standalone mode as a 16 to 2 line mixer? I get no input on channels 1-2 of my 1622. I want to use the 1622 in standalone mode, but when I boot my computer switches out of standalone mode.
Yes. Note: In stand alone mode, all odd input channels are summed to channel 15 and all even input channels are summed to channel 16. This is so all inputs route to one 2 channel ADC (U89). This is normal behavior in stand alone mode. 1622 I/O Index | All FAQ Index [4356] I get no input on channels 1-2 of my 1622. Inputs 1-2 are software switchable between analog and digital. Analog and digital cannot be used concurrently.
Is the 192 Digital Audio Interface expandable like the 192 Audio Interface (with optional Digital I/O, D/ A or A/D converter cards)? No. The 192 Digital I/O uses a different power supply that is incompatible with the 192 analog cards. 192 I/O Index | All FAQ Index [7871] Can I use the Digidesign 192 interface to perform analog transfers directly from industry standard multitrack recorders? Have you tested for frequency response anomalies on a transfer like this? Yes you can, and yes we have.
[7431] What is the proper clock connection between an HD Audio Interface (96 I/O, 192 i/O) and a Legacy Interface (888|24, 882|20, etc...)? Connect the Ext. Clock output port on the HD Audio Interface to the Slave Clock In on the Legacy peripheral. The Legacy peripheral will switch to Slave mode once the proper clock is received from the HD Audio Interface. Always use the Ext. Clock Out port of the same I/O to which the Legacy peripheral is attached.
An advance replacement program is also in place. For an additional fee an upgraded unit with 24-bit DACs will be sent to the customer in exchange for their original unit(s). Contact Digidesign Technical Support for the upgrade. 888/24 I/O Index | All FAQ Index [6242] How can I use the 888/24 in Stand Alone mode & how can I tell if it is in Stand Alone mode? To use your 888/24 as a ‘stand alone'24 bit Analog-Digital or Digital-Analog converter: - Quit Pro Tools if it is launched.
When you are finished recording the digital signal, you should set your Sync Mode to Internal for Pro Tools playback. There are exceptions to these guidelines, especially when working with expanded systems, external synchronizers, and optical devices. Please refer to the appropriate installation guide when using expanded systems or additional devices.
Please refer to the 888/24 I/O Installation Guide for specific instructions and guidance. 888/24 I/O Index | All FAQ Index [4362] I have a USD and a device that can convert the ADAT proprietary sync to SMPTE how should I set it up? Plug the USD slave clock out to the first audio interface slave clock in. (888/24 etc. if you have one or to the ADAT Bridge I/O) Hook up the ADAT bridge I/O word clock out to the ADAT sync device's 48k in and set the sync device to ext sync.
Is it possible to use two different digital formats simultaneously with the 96 Audio Interface? What is the Accessory Port on the 96 Audio Interface used for? Do the meters on the 96 I/O and 96i I/O Audio Interfaces represent Input or Output? Are the 96 I/O and 96i I/O Audio Interfaces capable of "on the fly" real-time sample rate conversion during digital audio transfers (like the 192 I/O Audio Interface)? What interfaces are supported on the Legacy Expansion port of the 96 I/O and 96i I/O? Is it possible
No. The digital I/O's on the 96 and 96i I/O interface enclosures cannot do real-time sample rate conversion. Likewise, the digital I/O's on the 192 Audio Interface enclosure do not do sample rate conversion. Only the digital I/ O's on the 192's Digital I/O card have this feature.
Can I unplug the Mbox while Using the ASIO Driver 6.1.1 in Windows XP? How do I fix an ASIO System Overload error in Logic Audio on Windows XP? What versions of Pro Tools will work with the Digidesign ASIO Driver 6.1.1? How many channels are supported by ASIO DirectIO and/or Core Audio? Where do I find the ASIO Digidesign Direct I/O Driver for Mac OS 9x? [27438] What were the primary known limitations of the previous ASIO Drivers.
ASIO Driver Index | All FAQ Index [27444] How do I install the ASIO Driver? Note: ASIO Driver 6.1.1 is not supported on systems with Pro Tools LE 6.1 or lower installed. If Pro Tools LE 6.1 is installed on your system , use the Add/Remove Programs Control Panel to remove it before install ASIO Driver 6.1.1. If you plan to use Pro Tools on the system with the ASIO Driver, Pro Tools LE 6.1.1 must be installed before the ASIO Driver in order for both to function correctly.
Native Instruments Pro-53 v1.0* Native Instruments Reaktor v3.0 Propellerhead Reason 2.0 Propellerhead Reason Adapted Sonic Foundry Acid Pro 4.0 Sonic Foundry Vegas 4.0 Steinberg Cubase SX 1.06 Steinberg Nuendo 1.5.2 and 2.01 Steinberg Wavelab 4.0 *Plug-in or AudioMedia III stand-alone only.
[26703] How many channels are supported by ASIO DirectIO and/or Core Audio? Standalone DirectIO only supports 8 channels on HD cards. The ASIO & CoreAudio drivers are both clients of standalone DirectIO, so they both have this same 8-channel limitation with HD. MIX supports 16, 001 supports 18, and Mbox supports 2.
I just got a new computer and it is not equipped with a Floppy Drive. How do I authorize my Digidesign software? My disk does not mount on the desktop even though I have the proper SuperDisk Extensions as well as the PACE USB Floppy Enabler system extensions. My computer freezes whenever I launch MasterList CD 2.2. Where is the authorization code for Pro Tools located? My computer hangs when I launch Pro Tools LE 5.0.1 for the first time after installing it.
Reverb One Virus Indigo Pro Tools|HDpack 3 - License Card 2 - Version 5.0 SoundReplacer Speed The Sony Oxford EQ plug-in included with HDpack 3 v5.0 does not use an iLok license card. Customers receive a registration code printed on a separate card included with the HDpack 3 package. Then they go to the Sony website to register, and Sony deposits an authorization on iLok.com Authorization Index | All FAQ Index [26866] When I try to register an iLok I get a message saying "waiting for server...
HD 2 license card v.1.0 = d2/d3 (license card) , DPP-1 (text), D-fx (text), Maxim, Big Bottom & Aural Exciter HD 3 license card v.1.
version of DINR and does not cause the issue described above. Authorization Index | All FAQ Index [8170] After updating to Pro Tools 5.3.1 for HD (Macintosh version), DPP-1 won't see the text serial number authorization that was previously entered. The original serial number authorized version of this plug-in should still be located in: Macintosh HD > Obsoleted Digidesign Software folder > DAE Folder > Plugins folder.
Authorization Index | All FAQ Index [7299] What is the copy protection scheme for plug-ins on Pro Tools|HD systems? The new iLok USB dongle is now used and one is included with all Pro Tools|HD systems (PID# ends in -600 or last four digits of the second line ends in 9966). They contain preauthorized demo authorizations for certain plug-ins that are included in the HDpack bundles. All non-DigiRack Digidesign plug-ins require iLok authorizations for Pro Tools|HD systems running Pro Tools 6.
formerly VST) with proper system extensions are required for floppy disk authorization. For specifics, please see the following page in our online compatibility documents: http://www.digidesign.com/compato/floppy.html Authorization Index | All FAQ Index [4366] My disk does not mount on the desktop even though I have the proper SuperDisk Extensions as well as the PACE USB Floppy Enabler system extensions. Disable Virtual Memory in the Memory Control Panel and restart the computer.
I keep getting the message, "This copy of AVOption requires authorization. Please insert the key disk...". What is AVOption? If you don't have the optional AVOption card set (ABVB/Janus card set or Meridien hardware) but ran the AVOption installer, trash the Video Engine folder from the System Folder>DAE Folder, empty the Trash and relaunch Pro Tools.
Pro Tools AV 5.01 AVoption and AVoption XL Index | All FAQ Index [4012] Can I run AVoption on my AudioVision audio hardware? This configuration has not been tested by Digidesign. Preliminary reports show that digitizing video to a drive connected to the Disk I/O may drop out of record after roughly 1 minute. There may also be problems recognizing video drives on this system as Audiovision uses a single channel ATTO SCSI card and Pro Tools AVoption uses a dual channel ATTO card.
Versions 5.1 and higher will allow very basic video cutting. Pro Tools AV option and AV option XL 5.
- Connects to Pro Tools TDM systems via high-speed Ethernet - High-resolution LED display for transport location at a glance - Integrated submixer with 8 stereo inputs - Touch-Sensitive automation of plug-in parameters using faders via Plug-In Flip Mode Extensive Control Control|24 is an ergonomic control surface that will enhance the speed of working with TDM-equipped Pro Tools systems.
and Listenback mics. (these are not phantom powered inputs, contrary to a misprint in the original Control|24 manual) Control|24 Index | All FAQ Index [6277] Can I use Control|24 for mixing in surround? Yes! Control|24 provides access to all of the Pro Tools surround output panners including positions, divergence and LFE control. The Control Room monitor section also supports multichannel mixes up to 5.
1. On the desktop, right-click the My Network Places icon, and then choose Properties. 2. Right-click on the relevant Local Area Connection, and then choose Properties. 3. Click on Install, select Protocol and click the Add button. 4. Click on Have Disk. 5. Point to the DigiNet.inf file in the \Controllers\ProControl directory on your Pro Tools Installer CD-ROM. (The file OEMSETUP.INF becomes obsolete.) 6. Follow instructions on-screen to complete the installation. The Installer puts the DigiNet.
Control|24 Index | All FAQ Index Customer Service How do I contact the Digistore for a refund, return, exchange or general information about my purchase? Why should I register my Digidesign products? How do I register my Digidesign products? What if I want to buy someone else's gear? Can I register it? How do I upgrade to Pro Tools 5.1 or Pro Tools LE 5.
DAE and Pro Tools 4.x Compatibility DAE and Pro Tools 3.x Compatibility DAE and Session / Pro Tools 3.x & 2.x Compatibility [6253] DAE and Pro Tools 5.x Compatibility DAE 5.0.1 DAE 5.0.1 is the version that ships with Pro Tools 5.0.1 and 5.0.1 LE and fixes the following problems. Digisystem INIT Error - Having too many drivers (Hard Disk, USB Extensions, etc.) no longer causes the Digisystem INIT to report that 2 Digisystem INITs are loading.
and stability. This DAE should be used with Pro Tools 4.3x and Waveshell 2.8.1. Pro Tools 5 users should use DAE/ DSI 5.0 w/ Waveshell 2.81. 3.4.2 For anybody who uses Pro Tools 4.3.1 or 4.3.2, and anybody using Digidesign hardware with 3rd party apps on the Blue/White G3 and Yikes model (PCI Graphics) G4. 3.4.1 For Project II and all hardware systems running Pro Tools 4.3, it fixes a problem with the sync mode pop-up when using Direct I/O and the ADAT Bridge I/O.
1.08 (DSI 2.5) 3rd Party Sequencer / DAE applications 1.07 (DSI 2.5) Session 8 Mac 1.0 1.05 (DSI 2.5) Pro Tools 2.03 and Post View 2.11 1.03 (DSI 2.4) Pro Tools 2.03 (DAE 1.05 / DSI 2.5 recommended) 1.02 (DSI 2.4) Pro Tools 2.02 (DAE 1.05 / DSI 2.5 recommended) 1.01 (DSI 2.3) Pro Tools 2.01 (DAE 1.05 / DSI 2.5 recommended) 1.0 (DSI 2.3) Pro Tools 2.0 (DAE 1.05 / DSI 2.
Information and instructions for Digi 001 Factory Upgrades for Mac OS X can be found in the Support/Downloads section of the website, with the following link: www.digidesign.com/download/001/factory/osx Digi 001 Mac Index | All FAQ Index [7277] How do I create an audible click track in Pro Tools LE for Mac? For OS9 users: In order to produce a click, ProTools can use a sound module with proper configuration of the OMS Setup application.
IF SPDIF mirroring is on, it means that whatever is output to the main outputs 1/2 will also be 'mirrored' on the SPDIF output ports. For some applications you may want to turn off SPDIF mirroring and set the output of a track to the SPDIF outputs. Digi 001 Mac Index | All FAQ Index [7281] Can you clarify the I/O specs on the 001? Inputs 1-8 are all balanced TRS jacks. Inputs 1-2 on the front have the front mounted gain knobs and -26dB pads.
Physical Connections --------------------- Connect out the ADAT sync (sony 9-pin) in to the JLCooper dataSYNC2. - Complete the loop by connecting out the JLCooper back into the ADAT sync. - Connect optically out of the ADAT in to the Digi 001 optical in (on the card in the computer) note: optical out has a red light emanating from it. - Connect MIDI out of the JLCooper to the Digi 001 MIDI in. - Complete the loop with MIDI out the Digi 001 back into the JLCooper dataSYNC2.
- Set the Manufacturer to Alesis and the Model to your specific ADAT model. - Go to the edit menu to preferences and ensure that "serial DMA" is UNchecked. - Save setup and quit OMS. Pro Tools --------------------- Setups menu to peripherals: Synchronization: Device is Generic MTC reader, Port is ADAT, check the enable control of Pro Tools via MMC box. - Windows menu: Show Session Setup. Set the sample and frame rates to match that between the ADAT and Pro Tools.
Instructions --------------------- Connect the MTP AV's ADAT sync OUT port to the primary ADAT's 9-pin sync IN port. - Connect an optical cable out the ADAT into the 001 card (back of the computer). Note: optical out has a red light emanating from it. - Ensure the essential serial/USB connection from the MTP AV is going to the Computer. On the MTP AV --------------------MTP AV clock must be set to internal. - Word clock out must be set to 1x. - The MTP AV's MMC ID must match Pro Tools.
depressed (for more information on monitor mode, refer to page 40 of your "Getting Started with Digi 001" Manual). If the I/O labels on your track I/O buttons do not match your Digi 001 interface or specify "no interface", you need to set your I/O setups dialog to the factory default. Go to Setups > I/O Setup and choose the Input tab. Click on the Default button to reset your inputs to their factory designation. Continue through the Outputs, Insert and Bus tabs and click the Default button on each page.
Digi 001 Mac Index | All FAQ Index [3583] All of the input and output choice pop-ups reference a different interface (888) other than the Digi 001. How do I fix this? Select I/O labels under the Setups menu. Select Inputs from the Display section of the I/O Labels window. Hit Factory Reset. Repeat this procedure for the outputs and all other I/O labels available. Digi 001 Mac Index | All FAQ Index [3584] How do I hear what my MIDI device (keyboard, drum machine, etc.
I'm unable to get MIDI signal into Pro Tools LE via the Digi 001 on OS 9.x. * Make sure that the Digi 001 OMS driver is in the OMS folder, located in the System folder, and that the 001 is recognized by the OMS Studio Setup. * Make sure the "Use Apple SerialDMA when available" is unchecked in the OMS preferences which are located under the Edit menu of OMS. If you uncheck it, you must restart the CPU for the change to take affect.
How do I authorize D-verb for Windows 98 or ME? D-verb does not seem to accept the challenge response code to authorize D-verb or it requests a diskette to authorize? When I try to launch Pro Tools LE for Windows the message "Missing cfd.dll" or "Cannot find cfd.dll" appears on the screen. How do I optimize my PC for use with a Windows Digi 001, Tool Box, or Pro Tools Free system? [25497] In Pro Tools LE 5.3.1 for Windows XP the Input Gain controls are working backwards.
- Choose Click Options from the MIDI menu and select set the click to play during both playback and recording. - Select a note for the accented and unaccented beats via your MIDI controller or by typing in a note name with the computer keyboard. - Set the Output to Digi 001and an appropriate channel number. - If you are using a General MIDI compatible controller or module use channel 10, as this is the channel that contains all drum and non-pitched percussion sounds.
Connections --------------------- Connect the MTP AV's ADAT sync OUT port to the primary ADAT's 9-pin sync IN port. - Connect an optical cable out of the ADAT into the 001 card (back of the computer). note: optical out has a red light eminating from it. - Make sure the parallel port connection from the MTP AV is going to the Computer. On the MTP AV ---------------------- MTP AV clock must be set to internal. - Word clock out must be set to 1x. - The MTP AV's MMC ID must match Pro Tools (or use 127).
hour. If it prompts you to adjust the regions choose "Maintain Relative" position. 3. Transport window: transport = MMC 4. Setups menu: Preferences. Choose either record at ADAT lock or Inserton/selection. 5. Drop the cursor (with the waveform tool) at a location in Pro Tools and press play on the transport window. Pro Tools should go into play mode and begin playback of the ADAT.
You shouldn't need to reboot -- your network device has now been disabled and Pro Tools LE should perform better with small H/W buffer sizes. To re-enable your Network Device, go back to the Device Manager and uncheck the "Disable in this hardware profile" checkbox. Option 2: Create a New Hardware Profile with your Network Device Disabled.
Disclaimer: Digidesign cannot verify that the information in this forum will provide full functionality or performance. Please refer to the Compatibility Documents for Digidesign's official system requirements. Digi 001 Win Index | All FAQ Index [4193] When trying to launch Pro Tools LE on Windows 98 or Windows ME, the message "DAE error -9113" appears onscreen. This error occurs if the WIN 98 Wave Driver is not installed, is disabled, or is installed incorrectly.
Digi 001 Win Index | All FAQ Index [4196] Why is there a small amount of delay while monitoring audio when I am recording? Because Pro Tools LE uses the host processor in your computer for audio processing, playback, and recording there is a small amount of audio delay, or latency, when monitoring audio through the system. The degree of latency is controlled by the Hardware Buffer Size setting. From the Pro Tools LE 5.1.
response code to authorize D-verb or it requests a diskette to authorize? Any users of Pro Tools systems that are having problems authorizing their D-Verb TDM, RTAS, or AudioSuite D-Verb plug-ins should download D-Verb 1.8.1 This version is compatible with Pro Tools v5.1.x/5.2 TDM & Pro Tools LE v5.1.x/5.2.1 It is available at http://www.digidesign.com/download/dverb D-Verb 1.8.1 is not compatible with Pro Tools FREE. With Pro Tools LE version 5.0.1 you will need a floppy to authorize the plug in, D-Verb.
Enable DMA for any IDE Drives: * From the desktop, right-click on My Computer and choose Properties. * In the System Control Panel, click on the Device Manager tab. * Locate and double-click the device for your IDE hard drive. In the Disk Drive Properties dialog, click the Settings tab. * Enable (check) the DMA option and click O.K. * Repeat for any additional IDE drives. * Close the System Control Panel. Restart computer. Other Software and Hardware Affecting System Performance.
Pro Tools LE 5.3.2 and a Digi 002. [26880] I have the Digi 002pack plug-ins that came with my Digi 002 and Pro Tools LE 5.3.2 for OS 9. How do I upgrade these for Pro Tools 6 and Mac OS X? Information and instructions for Digi 002 002pack Upgrades for Mac OS X can be found in the Support/Downloads/ Digi 002 section of the website, with the following link: www.digidesign.
I/O setup is easiest to manage if all routings are defaulted upon each coarse sample rate resolution change. Digi 002 Mac Index | All FAQ Index [25821] Sampletank and bundled 002 plugs-ins are not playing back. I can see level on the MIDI track but no level on the aux track. SampleTank uses RAM to playback samples. 320 MB of RAM is recommended to use Pro Tools LE 5.3.2 with SampleTank.
I am experiencing audio artifacts and unexpected performance problems with my Digi 002. Should I hook up my FireWire drives to the second FireWire port on the Digi 002? Why is S/PDIF mirroring no longer available in Pro Tools LE 5.3.2 & 6x for the Digi 002 and Digi 002 Rack? My I/O labels keep changing when working with sessions of different sample rates. On Windows XP there is no way to adjust the Digi 002 WaveDriver settings outside of Pro Tools LE.
multiple routings. The output will now say Analog 1 & 2 stereo with a "+" sign: + Analog 1 & 2. To change the outputs of all the audio and auxiliary tracks simultaneously, hold down the control and option key (mac) or the Start and Alt keys (win). You can control the output level of these tracks by creating an additional Stereo Master fader for the SPDIF output. (File menu > New Track. Create a Stereo Master Fader. Set the output to S/PDIF L & R stereo).
[25672] I am unable to use the smallest buffer sizes without encountering 9092, 9093, or 6086 errors on my laptop when using Pro Tools LE 5.3.2 and a Digi 002. Some laptop computers do not perform well when using the smallest Hardware Buffer setting. If you are experiencing frequent errors, try increasing the Hardware Buffer size. taken from the Pro Tools LE 5.3.
What are DigiLink cables? What DigiSnakes does Digidesign offer? [7256] What do the DigiSnake Kits cost? Check the All Products Index under Cables in the Products section of the website, or contact your Digidesign Dealer. Products: http://www.digidesign.com/products/ Dealers: http://www.digidesign.com/aboutus/dealers/ Digi Cables Index | All FAQ Index [7257] Didn't Digidesign already offer these? Yes, they were formerly known as the ProControl Cable Kit and Control|24 Cable Kit.
Digi Cables Index | All FAQ Index [7260] Additional DigiSnake compatibility information - All DigiSnakes are 110 ohm digital grade cable (except TDIF-TDIF data cable) - TDIF-TDIF DigiSnake is for TDIF use only. Use only on TDIF digital connectors. - The +4/-10 Padded DigiSnake is an output-only snake for use only on the 192 I/O +4 dBU output port. You can use any other snake for the 192 I/O -10dBv input connector. - The ProControl snake has one DB25 connector with a reversed pin-out to match the ProControl.
Note: the 96 I/O uses TRS connectors, not DB25 Digi Cables Index | All FAQ Index [7268] Why is Digidesign offering DigiSnakes? The 192 I/O audio interface has a connection design where all audio connections on the I/O cards are via DB25 connectors*. This is due to lack of real estate. There physically is not enough room on the back of the 192 I/O for its entire throughput capacity to be available on individual connectors.
Additional notes, not related to the DigiLink cables: The Legacy Port on the back of the of the HD I/O uses the "legacy" interface cable that came with your legacy interface.
DB25-XLRM Snake - DB25 to 8 XLR Male; Output snake. - Analog or digital. - Red jackets on both ends with appropriate labeling. - Product MH081; Length: 12 feet. DB25-XLRF Snake - DB25 to 8 XLR Female; Input snake. - Analog or digital. - Blue jackets on both ends with appropriate labeling. - Product MH082; Length: 12 feet. DB25-TRS Snake - DB25 to 8 balanced TRS connectors for audio input or output - Analog or digital. - Orange jackets on both ends with appropriate labeling. - Product MH083; Length: 12 feet.
Why doesn’t Digitranslator 1.0 and 1.0.1 recognize sessions created by Pro Tools 5.1 and higher? How can I convert a 5.1 or higher Pro Tools session to OMF? What does it mean when Digitranslator 1.0 reports an "allocation failure.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Install your Pro Tools LE hardware and software. When hardware and software installation is complete, restart your computer. Insert the Pro Tools Installer CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive. Locate and open the DV Toolkit Installer folder, and double-click the Install DV Toolkit icon. Click Next to begin installation.
What Pro Tools systems are compatible with DigiTranslator 2.0? Current Supported Systems The following Pro Tools systems are compatible with DigiTranslator 2.0: Pro Tools TDM 6.1 for Windows XP and Mac OS X Pro Tools LE 6.1 for Windows XP and Mac OS X Pro Tools TDM 5.3.3 for Windows XP Pro Tools TDM 5.3.1 for Windows XP Pro Tools LE 5.3.1 for Windows XP Pro Tools|HD 5.3.1 for Mac OS 9 Pro Tools|24 MIX 5.1.3 for Mac OS 9 DigiTranslator Index | All FAQ Index [6195] Why doesn’t Digitranslator 1.0 and 1.0.
DigiTranslator Index | All FAQ Index [6200] Can Digitranslator translate keyframe automation into Pro Tools automation? Digitranslator 1.0 will only translate clip-based gain. Digitranslator 2.0 will translate keyframe gain from Avid versions 10.0 and higher. Clip-based gain is also supported with Digitranslator 2.0. DigiTranslator Index | All FAQ Index [6201] In between the releases of Digitranslator 1.0 and 2.0 there were several "cs" releases.
[6205] Is there or will there be a standalone version of Digitranslator 2.0 that does not operate within Pro Tools? There are currently no plans to create a stand-alone version of DigiTranslator that includes the functionality of version 2.0. Users without Pro Tools 5.1.3 or higher software should continue using Digitranslator 1.0cs3.
What is the maximum number of Digidesign cards that I can use? Can I install as many cards as I can fit into an expansion chassis? [4275] What are PCI Slots? When you buy a computer, it comes from the manufacturer with the capacity to perform certain tasks out of the box (i.e, word-processing, playing games, etc.). However, certain specialized functions, such as professional quality audio and video manipulation, usually require that you add both software and hardware to the computer.
No. The only cards tested by Digidesign to be installed in an expassion chassis are TDM based cards, and Sample Cell II TDM and non-TDM cards. The Audiomedia III card, and the Digi 001 system were not tested by Digidesign inside an expansion chassis. Note that some companies other than Digidesign have tested these cards inside an expansion chassis. In case of troubleshooting, the Digidesign Tech Support department reserves the right to ask that the system be installed in a supported configuration.
Here are a two examples, using common configurations: A Pro Tools Mix Plus system, with added Mix cards, DSP Farms and Sample Cell cards: 13 Slot expansion Chassis Slot 6: Mix Core Slot 7: Mix Farm Slot 8: Mix Farm Slot 9: Mix I/O Slot 10: DSP Farm II Slot 11: DSP Farm II Slot 12: DSP Farm I Slot 13: Sample Cell II TDM Slot 14: Sample Cell II TDM Slot 15: Sample Cell II TDM Slot 16: Empty Slot 17: Empty Slot 18: Empty A Pro Tools 24 system (using a d24 card as the core), with Mix Farms (no Mix Core), and Sa
Mix Farm: 6 if a Mix Core is present; 7 if a Mix Core is not present d24: 2 DSP Farm: 9 Sample Cell: 10 (in which case, no other cards would be installed Expansion Chassis Index | All FAQ Index HTDM What is HTDM? What kind of computer do I need to successfully work with HTDM Plug-Ins? How many HTDM Plug-Ins can be used in a session? How much memory will I need? Will I experience latency when using HTDM Plug-Ins? In Pro Tools v5.1 and higher I can use RTAS Plug-Ins on a TDM system.
[7245] How many HTDM Plug-Ins can be used in a session? Depending on the host CPU speed and the number of audio streams per Plug-In, you can instantiate up to 32 mono or 16 stereo HTDM Plug-Ins. The number of Plug-Ins you can run is also practically limited by available memory, as many HTDM Plug-Ins require large amounts of additional RAM.
Can I use DirectConnect and HTDM at the same time? HTDM Plug-Ins and DirectConnect can be used simultaneously in your session because DirectConnect in fact is a special HTDM Plug-In that allows other host-based applications to stream their audio into Pro Tools. HTDM Index | All FAQ Index [7252] How about RTAS and HTDM Plug-Ins? Can I mix both Plug-In types in a session? At this time we highly recommend not using HTDM and RTAS Plug-Ins simultaneously in order to avoid audio artifacts or other problems.
I followed the 001 Factory Install Notes for installing the PACE System Files and Factory Plug-Ins. When Pro Tools launches I can only run the demo versions of the plug-ins. If I click Next to authorize the plug-in, a "Hardware Key Required" dialog comes up saying that no hardware key can be found.
Impact Maxim Reverb One Virus Indigo Pro Tools|HDpack 3 - License Card 2 - Version 5.0 SoundReplacer Speed The Sony Oxford EQ plug-in included with HDpack 3 v5.0 does not use an iLok license card. Customers receive a registration code printed on a separate card included with the HDpack 3 package. Then they go to the Sony website to register, and Sony deposits an authorization on iLok.
HD 1 license card v4.0 = Focusrite d2/d3 HD 2 license card v4.0 = Focusrite d2/d3, D-fi, Maxim, Bruno/Reso, Amp Farm HD 3 license card v4.0 = Focusrite d2/d3, D-fi, Maxim, Bruno/Reso, Amp Farm, Reverb One Windows: HD 1 license card v.1.0 = d2/d3 (license card) , DPP-1 (text), D-fx (text). *NOTE: {The HD-1 bundle for Windows does not have a separate license card; it ships only with a d2/d3 license card and authorization codes for DPP-1 and D-Fx.} HD 2 license card v.1.
Digidesign Software folder > DAE Folder > Plugins folder. Move these copies of the plug-ins back into the main plug-ins folder: Macintosh HD > System Folder > DAE Folder > Plug-Ins folder Alternately, you can choose to reinstall these plug-ins from the HD|Pack Installer, but you must first remove the newer versions from the Plug-Ins folder, otherwise you will end up with duplicate versions of these plug-ins (and Pro Tools will still load the floppy authorized versions only).
By removing the generic iLok listing from the Device Manager, the system will re-detect the iLok when you restart the computer. Windows will load the PACE drivers and the iLok will now show up in the Device Manager under Dongles > USB iLok Driver. Your plug-ins will load correctly when Pro Tools is launched. iLok Index | All FAQ Index [7730] Which USB port should I plug the iLok into? The iLok key should work in any available USB port on your system.
The Pace website: http://paceap.com/dldrvr.html What to download: InterLok Extensions Installer (Mac), InterLok Drivers Installer (Windows) iLok Index | All FAQ Index [7185] When authorizing the Bomb Factory plug-ins in the Digi 001 Factory Bundle: There is no "GSM" chip or "License Card" for the USB iLock SmartKey that comes with the Digi 001 Factory Bundle. The .pdf "How to Authorize" file in the Bomb Factory folder on the Digi 001 Factory Bundle CD is incorrect.
Will Mbox work on my USB hub? My PCMCIA adapter? My PCI card? Can I use Mbox in a truly mobile way, like out in the desert where there is no place to plug in my laptop’s power supply? Can I play my Mac sounds through Mbox? What happens if the USB cable gets unplugged while I am recording? Why can’t I use the analog and digital inputs independent of one another? I could do this with my Audiomedia III card.
Tip #3: 1) After recording your second track/pass into Pro Tools LE Mac, adjust the newly recorded audio track to compensate for the 164 samples of latency. 2) Select the second pass of audio with the Grabber Tool. Edit Menu > Shift. Click "Earlier" and type in 164 in the "Samples" field. Click "OK". Now, Pro Tools will locate the audio 164 samples earlier. 3) "Shift" each track or recorded pass back by 164 samples immediately after recording.
Mbox Index | All FAQ Index [7433] Not receiving the S/PDIF clock signal when using Mbox. Make sure the digital device was connected to the S/PDIF connection before switching to S/PDIF sync mode. (Setups Menu > Sync Mode > S/PDIF). Or, plug in the S/PDIFconnection to Mbox before powering up Mbox. Mbox Index | All FAQ Index [6838] Will Mbox work on my USB hub? My PCMCIA adapter? My PCI card? Mbox is designed to work on a single, dedicated USB port build into your computer.
decks. Mbox does not require this switch, since the S/PDIF output from the Mbox will be recognized by your DA30 as it is. Also, none of the "Other Options" window apply to Mbox; thus, it has been removed. The Mbox transmits as a DAT category device. Mbox Index | All FAQ Index [6844] What happened to Low Latency Monitoring? This role of this feature has been replaced by the "mix"pot on the front of your Mbox.
[6852] Can I still use virtual synths and samplers with Pro Tools via DirectConnect when using Mbox? Yes. Mbox Index | All FAQ Index Motor Mix I cannot get more than one Solo button selected on the Motor Mix when holding the Shift key. Cannot control any Orange Vocoder parameters with my MIDI controller. No communication between Motor Mix (or HUI) and OMS when using a MIDIman MIDIsport USB interface. There does not seem to be communication between my Motor Mix and Pro Tools.
[5459] Cannot control any Orange Vocoder parameters with my MIDI controller. This is a known limitation in version 1.0 of Orange Vocoder RTAS. This is addressed in version 2.0 which is available as a download from our web site. Note: The authorization for Orange Vocoder 2.0 requires ilok authorization to run. Please contact Customer Service if you need to upgrade from a floppy authorized version to ilok.
6. The next window shows MIDI devices that are connected to your MIDI interface(s). Make sure there is an X in the box next to the keyboard/question mark symbol which represents the port that you Motor Mix is attached to. 6. Name your Studio Setup. 7. Double-click the keyboard/question mark icon in the Session Setup window which is shown connected to the port that your Motor Mix is attached to. The Manufacturer should be set to CM Automation, and the Model should be designated as Motor Mix.
that your Motor Mix is attached to. The Manufacturer should be set to CM Automation, and the Model should be designated as Motor Mix. You will see other options change when this assignment is made. 8. In Pro Tools, make sure Motor Mix is selected as an input device under the MIDI menu > Input Devices.
What is the latest version of OMS? Why can't I see more of my synth patches in my sequencer? How do I use OMS Names? Are OMS and FreeMidi compatible? How do "virtual nodes" work and what are they? What extensions do I need for my Midi interface? [4287] I am seeing timecode coming in through the timecode reader in OMS but I am not seeing it in Pro Tools. Why? This can be due to several things. Check to see that in Setup>Peripherals that the type of device is selected and on the correct port.
OMS Index | All FAQ Index [4291] How do I use OMS Names? OMS Names is a program that comes in the OMS installer (included on the Pro Tools CD-ROM) that is designed to allow additional program names to be added to the current set provided by OMS. It may also be used to create additional sets from scratch for synthesizers that are not found on the OMS Studio Setup Device and Manufacturer lists. The instructions for using OMS Names are found in a .pdf document for Adobe Acrobat called OMS_NameMgr.
reason. Perhaps another application is currently using DAE, or no valid drive is available." Why is the MicroLynx option not available in the setups>machine control dialog box for PostConform v2.0? When authorizing PostConform 2.0, the application throws the following error "The authorization count on your master disk has been corrupted. -104". I can't get PostConform to control the deck via machine control. What are the synchronization equipment requirements for PostConform v2.
[4299] I can't get PostConform to control the deck via machine control. Make sure your deck is in remote mode and that it is receiving its correct machine control standard signal from PostConform. Reseat both ends of the serial 9-pin cable leading from the computer to the deck in use. Note: For machine control of external decks, PostConform requires either a Mac serial port, a qualified modem-toserial port adapter or USB-to-serial adapter.
PostConform prompting me to insert the next reel/tape even though it has not finished loading all sources off of the current reel/tape? -Why is PostConform prompting me to insert a tape it has loaded previously? This is probably caused by enabling the Use Comments as Region Names preference. Disable the preference by turning it off and create sources again. 1. Go to the Options menu and choose Preferences, hit the Conforming menu button and make sure the "Use Comments as Region Names" option is clicked OFF.
4. Go to the EDL menu and choose "Select All Events". At this point, everything in the session is selected in both the EDL window and the source bin. 5. Go to the Source Audio menu and choose Clear Selected. It will throw a dialog box that says "Are you sure you want to clear the selected sources? This command cannot be undone." Click yes. 6.
• Pro Tools HD-series system, running Pro Tools TDM 5.3.3 or later on Windows • Pro Tools|HD-series, Pro Tools|24 MIX-series, or Pro Tools|24 system, running Pro Tools TDM 5.3.1 or later on Macintosh OS 9.x • Digidesign-qualified Macintosh or Windows computer • 17" or larger color monitor; 1024x768 resolution • Digidesign-qualified MIDI interface Mic Preamps in Pro Tools can optionally be remotecontrolled by Digidesign control surfaces (such as Control|24 and ProControl).
other recording or mixing medium.
complexity and heat all go up while the reliability and accuracy are reduced. The other option is to use relays to switch fixed precision resistors in the circuit. The benefits are many; performance and sound quality are maintained, cost is kept reasonable, reliability is high and gain matching between channels is great. The downsides are simple but livable given the other options; you have fixed gain steps and there are small clicks when changing gain.
Pro Tools 5.1 Index | All FAQ Index [6379] I get a "Bounce Handler cannot keep up..." error when bouncing a Pro Tools LE session to disk. What can I do to avoid this? A couple possible solutions exist for this: Reduce the Disk Cache in the Apple Memory Control Panel to 512k and restart the computer. Close all unnecessary windows such as Plug-Ins and the Big Counter before proceeding with a Bounce To Disk. Allocate more preferred memory to the Pro Tools LE and DAE applications.
Pro Tools 5.1 Index | All FAQ Index [6383] "Cannot initialize shared heap error" when running Pro Tools LE on Windows ME. Windows ME requires that you install Pro Tools LE 5.1. Earlier versions of Pro Tools LE will cause this error when run with Windows ME. Pro Tools 5.1 Index | All FAQ Index [6382] Does Pro Tools TDM 5.1 require a floppy drive? Plug-Ins from third party developers and non-core Digidesign plug-ins often require a floppy drive for floppy disk authorization. The Pro Tools 5.
Note: If you have already run either the Pro Tools LE 5.1 or D-Verb Demo Installer and fear you have overwritten your FREE D-Verb Plug-Ins,you can still reinstall the FREE D-Verb Plug-In Promotion from the Pro Tools LE 5.0.1 Software CD. If you continue to have problems with your D-Verb authorization, download D-Verb v1.8.1 from http://www. digidesign.com/download/dverb. This version of D-Verb (v1.8.1) does not require authorization. Pro Tools 5.
4) Make sure to bring up the level of the auxiliary since they default to a negative infinity value. Pro Tools 5.1 Index | All FAQ Index [3594] I'm unable to get MIDI signal into Pro Tools LE via the Digi 001 on OS 9.x. * Make sure that the Digi 001 OMS driver is in the OMS folder, located in the System folder, and that the 001 is recognized by the OMS Studio Setup. * Make sure the "Use Apple SerialDMA when available" is unchecked in the OMS preferences which are located under the Edit menu of OMS.
task manager. Crash when reconnecting to a FW drive volume that was not properly unmounted. Intermittently unable to record MIDI in Pro Tools 6.0. "Relative Grid" in Grid mode doesn't fit in the button in Pro Tools 6.0 While in Grid (Bar:Beat) mode, attempting to cut Tempo events from the timeline results in an assertion.
The Import Into existing Tracks command can be undone with the Z shortcut command during playback or recording. A crash occurs when undoing the Import Into Existing Tracks command during a record pass. Pro Tools 6.0 is sending incorrect bank change commands when only CC#0 is specified in the XML patch name file. Kernel panic uplugging/replugging MIDI IO, relaunching Pro Tools 6.0, and engaging playback. Crash during edit density test while fades are being created.
sample rate converting. ProControl performance - Grouped fader performance goes to hell after stopping transport while moving faders. Is an iLok dongle required to run Pro Tools 6.0? What version of OS X is required with Pro Tools 6.0? Will Pro Tools 6.0 work without hardware connected? Why do I keep getting an error while launching "Unable to Create DAE Deck"? Does Pro Tools 6.
"Unable to Create DAE Deck" on Pro Tools 6.0 with Mac OS 10.2.4 or 10.2.5. DigiTest doesn't see the installed hardware. Verify that Date & Time are set accurately, Uninstall Pro Tools from the 6.0 CD's Installer, then Reinstall. Mac OS 10.2.4 has a bug which will randomly reset the Date & Time to 1969 or 1970. If Pro Tools is installed while the Date is set inaccurately the software drivers will not initialize the hardware properly, resulting in the "Unable to Create DAE Deck" error. Pro Tools 6.
This was an issue in Pro Tools 6.0. This is fixed in Pro Tools 6.0.1 Pro Tools 6.0 Index | All FAQ Index [26457] While in Grid (Bar:Beat) mode, attempting to cut Tempo events from the timeline results in an assertion. This was an issue in Pro Tools 6.0. This is fixed in Pro Tools 6.0.1 Pro Tools 6.
This was an issue in Pro Tools 6.0. This is fixed in Pro Tools 6.0.1 Pro Tools 6.0 Index | All FAQ Index [26467] Pro Tools 6.0 fails to gracefully recover from the following error dialog: "File or folder not found (-43) while deleting "Fade xxxxxxxxx.wav". Reappears after every fade file there is an issue with and the user is not allowed to close session. This was an issue in Pro Tools 6.0. This is fixed in Pro Tools 6.0.1 Pro Tools 6.
pass. This was an issue in Pro Tools 6.0. This is fixed in Pro Tools 6.0.1 Pro Tools 6.0 Index | All FAQ Index [26506] Pro Tools 6.0 is sending incorrect bank change commands when only CC#0 is specified in the XML patch name file. This was an issue in Pro Tools 6.0. This is fixed in Pro Tools 6.0.1 Pro Tools 6.0 Index | All FAQ Index [26503] Kernel panic uplugging/replugging MIDI IO, relaunching Pro Tools 6.0, and engaging playback. This was an issue in Pro Tools 6.0. This is fixed in Pro Tools 6.0.
This was an issue in Pro Tools 6.0. This is fixed in Pro Tools 6.0.1 Pro Tools 6.0 Index | All FAQ Index [26476] When opening a Stationary Pad session from the workspace in Pro Tools 6.0, it is treated like an ordinary session and can be edited. Opening from the Finder is fine. This was an issue in Pro Tools 6.0. This is fixed in Pro Tools 6.0.1 Pro Tools 6.0 Index | All FAQ Index [26475] Attempting to preview audio in the regions bin when no output paths are assigned causes a crash.
This was an issue in Pro Tools 6.0. This is fixed in Pro Tools 6.0.1 Pro Tools 6.0 Index | All FAQ Index [26441] The audio files folder in the Project browser does not dynamically update when importing tracks, copying media and sample rate converting. This was an issue in Pro Tools 6.0. This is fixed in Pro Tools 6.0.1 Pro Tools 6.0 Index | All FAQ Index [26439] ProControl performance - Grouped fader performance goes to hell after stopping transport while moving faders. This was an issue in Pro Tools 6.0.
In OS X the display resolution defaults to 800 x 600 You must set the display properties to a resolution of 1024 x 768 in order to see the Continue button, and all aspects of the Edit and Mix windows To adjust your resolution go to: Apple Menu > System Preferences > Displays > set to 1024 x 768 Pro Tools 6.0 Index | All FAQ Index [26327] Where are the Pro Tools preference files located in Mac OS X? Each User has their own set of Preferences located in their Home folder.
[25889] What drive formatting is supported in Pro Tools on OS X? There are 3 types of hard disk drive formats used in Mac OS X: HFS (aka Mac OS Standard), HFS+ (aka Mac OS Extended) and UFS (Unix File System). When formatting drives for use with Pro Tools USE ONLY HFS+. This includes the boot drive (where the Operating System resides). Drives formatted HFS or UFS will most likely be incompatible with Pro Tools on OS X. Pro Tools 6.
[4375] "this demo copy of ... has expired." How do I make it so I don't see this error anymore? If you have purchased the key to the plug-in, insert the key disk when Pro Tools prompts you. Otherwise, remove either the specific plug-in files (System Folder>DAE Folder>Plug-ins folder) that Pro Tools says are expired or that have the word "demo" in the filename. Trash the DAE prefs (entire folder) from the System Folder>Preferences folder, empty the Trash and relaunch Pr Tools.
Pro Tools FREE Mac Index | All FAQ Index [4384] When I launch Pro Tools Free I get the error "A DigiSystem INIT is required". Make sure that you have a Digisystem Init installed and enabled in the Apple Menu > Control Panel > Extensions Manager . You may have the wrong version of the Digisystem Init installed or enabled in Extensions Manager.
Note that on the MAC all non Pro Tools Free components will be moved to the Obsoleted Digidesign Software folder.
[6367] When I try to launch Pro Tools LE for Windows the message "This demonstration version of ______ has expired" appears. After installing and activating a Plug-In Demo, it will be available for a period of 15 days. Once the trial period has elapsed, you will need to remove the expired Plug-In(s) to avoid the Plug-In expiration notices that will occur while launching Pro Tools. To Remove an expired Plug-In, choose Start > Settings > Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs.
playback/record. Pro Tools FREE Win Index | All FAQ Index [4387] What computer is recommended for use with my Windows Pro Tools Free system? Pro Tools Free may not run on all PC configurations. For information on compatible hardware please check the compatibility documents for Pro Tools Free http://www.digidesign.com/ptfree Supplemental information on PC configurations may be found on Digidesign's Users Conference.
to a stereo pair. When you play these tracks back in Media Player or another application, or burn them onto an audio CD, you should hear a much clearer stereo version of your work. If you'd like to avoid this distortion on output problem completely, please check out any of Digidesign's combined hardware and software products.
* In the System Control Panel, click on the Device Manager tab. * Locate and double-click the device for your IDE hard drive. In the Disk Drive Properties dialog, click the Settings tab. * Enable (check) the DMA option and click O.K. * Repeat for any additional IDE drives. * Close the System Control Panel. Restart computer. Other Software and Hardware Affecting System Performance. Pro-Tools LE can also be affected by other software and hardware drivers installed on your computer.
Event Electronics Gina Testing with this card has shown that large hardware buffer sizes are not necessary for successful operation. We have had success with hardware buffer sizes as low as 256. This greatly reduces monitoring latency as well as control sluggishness that is associated with higher hardware buffer size settings. Montego and Aureal soundcards do not work well with Pro Tools FREE 5.0.1. Ego-Systems Waveterminal U2A USB audio interface has not performed well with Pro Tools FREE 5.0.1.
from third-parties) are pretty expensive (as much or close to your overall system cost!). Without a resolved system, you cannot maintain lock over longer periods of time to analog tape transports (like cassettes, or even multi-track machines). The choice about how far to go with resolving your system lies with your needs and budget.
Alternatively, you can place your Movie at the head of the session, and set up a Bar|Beat "point of origin" so that Bar 1, Beat 1 lines up to the start of picture by using Edit>Identify Beat. This allows you to use the Movie as "Master," and everything before your start time is a negative "count down" bar. If your Movie is conformed, and you have it start at an even second boundary, you can easily move along the timeline of your Movie when you're in Minutes/Seconds Grid mode.
[26694] What versions of Pro Tools are supported under Windows NT? Windows NT is supported for Pro Tools Versions 4.2.6 - 5.0.1 only. Compatibility information for Pro Tools 4.2.6 5.0.1 running on Windows NT can be found in the compatibility archive at www.digidesign.com/support/compato Pro Tools NT Index | All FAQ Index [6355] Are there any "off the shelf" PCs that I can buy that are tested or approved.
Pro Tools NT Index | All FAQ Index [6361] How can I get Mac sessions to load from CD-ROM? Pro Tools will not allow you to open Mac sessions from CD-ROM. You must copy the session on to an HFS (Mac) volume that is mounted on the system.
- Set Virtual Memory and Ram Disk to "Off." In the Monitors Control Panel: - If using a 9500 or 9600 (or lower) Mac, set colors to 256. - If using a G3 or G4, setting the color to "thousands" should be adequate. - AV users should set the monitor attached to the ABVB card to "millions." In the Extensions Manager: - Under "Selected Set," select the OS Base Set (Listed by OS version...ex. OS 8.6 Base Set) - Select "Duplicate Set" and name the set "Pro Tools.
-Other plug-ins -Plug-Ins (Unused) Folder The following are installed into the Extensions and Control Panel folders in the System folder: OMS Preferred Device (control panel) Digidesign Sound (control panel)........ if applicable v5.01/OS9 and higher Digidesign DSP Manager (ext) Digisystem INIT (ext) Open Music system (ext) Digidesign Stream Manager (ext)......... if applicable/needed Digidesign Output Drivers (ext)........ if applicable/needed Digidesign Direct I/O (ext)........ if applicable/needed v5.
- Compacting audio files and regions can be an effective way to maximize your storage capabilities, however, it is a DESTRUCTIVE process and CANNOT BE UNDONE. - When Compacting, you will permanently alter the original "parent"* audio files, that are referenced by the regions residing within the session.
Pro Tools 5.x is not receiving MIDI, what should I check? -First, consult your TDM Software Installation guide to verify you have installed and set up OMS correctly. - Verify that the latest OMS drivers for your MIDI interface are installed in the OMS folder. -The MIDI track should be record enabled. -In the MIDI menu, select Input Devices, and enabled the MIDI device you wish to record.
Plug-Ins CD are compatible with all Pro Tools systems and software versions of 6.x. Pro Tools|HD Index | All FAQ Index [7871] Can I use the Digidesign 192 interface to perform analog transfers directly from industry standard multitrack recorders? Have you tested for frequency response anomalies on a transfer like this? Yes you can, and yes we have. Visit this location for the full details: http://www.digidesign.
With 1 HD Core and 1 or more HD Process cards: 128 tracks at 44.1/48k 64 tracks at 88.2/96k 24 tracks at 176.4/192k with HD cards inside the CPU 16 tracks at 176.4/192k with HD cards inside the CPU Pro Tools|HD Index | All FAQ Index [7441] With the release of Pro Tools 5.3 for the HD system, have there been any changes made to the Pro Tools Mixer? 1. The dither code was rewritten. Now every dither source is uncorrelated. What this mainly means to users is when multiple dither sources (e.g.
Can a fader be replaced in the field by the "end user" or must the unit be returned to Digidesign for the fader to be replaced? What can be done when a fader appears to have gone bad (Fader is dead in all modes including "Vegas")? Is the fader really dead? Can the headphone jack be used as a separate out assigned by a separate mix out, independent of the main mix? Can more than one Pro Tools system use one ProControl over a network? Pro Tools is unable to communicate or is not responding to ProControl after
fader to be replaced? Yes, the fader can be replaced in the field by ordering: DigiFader with ProControl Spares manual Part 910004950,00 Warranty on a NEW Digi fader is one year from Date of Purchase. Warranty on a Refurbished Digi fader is 90 Days.
PC fader pack (arm rest) # MH079 Part# 99007016-00 $95 ProControl Index | All FAQ Index [4315] Where is the firmware located for the ProControl? Do I need to rev the unit's firmware? The factory default firmware can be reloaded through the Utility menu on the ProControl. When Pro Tools is launched it checks the current version of ProControl firmware. If the current ProControl firmware is older than the version that Pro Tools has access to it will update the ProControl's firmware.
Will LVD drives work with my ATTO SCSI HBA? Can I format my drives as a RAID to increase performance? How do I configure a striped set of drives for AV OptionXL What is a SCSI ID? Can I put a wide to narrow adapter on my wide drive and install it in my old narrow enclosure? How can I mix different SCSI types on the same SCSI HBA? Can I still use FWB 3.02 to initialize my drives in OS 9. [4856] So if the maximum throughput is only 8.
SCSI Basics Index | All FAQ Index [4844] Will LVD drives work with my ATTO SCSI HBA? Yes, Low Voltage Differential drives are wide drives that are compatible with single ended Ultra HBAs, like the EPCIDC. However, you will have to keep total cable length on each bus to less than three meters, since the EPCI-DC is a single ended HBA. SCSI Basics Index | All FAQ Index [4845] Can I format my drives as a RAID to increase performance? No.
SCSI64 Kit What is the recommended Sync Rate for drives connected to the ATTO card? When formatting drives with the ExpressPro-Tools control panel should I use the digital audio option? What should the drives be formatted as, HFS (Mac OS standard) or HFS + (Mac OS extended)? How should I configure wide and narrow devices on the ATTO SCSI bus? Do I need to use an active terminator on the end of my SCSI chain? What is the Inhibit driver loading option in ExpressPro-Tools, and when should I use it? How long sh
It is recommended to place narrow devices after wide devices on a wide SCSI bus. Or if your configuration permits, you can place the narrow devices on one SCSI bus and wide devices on the other. SCSI64 Kit Index | All FAQ Index [3994] Do I need to use an active terminator on the end of my SCSI chain? Yes, Digidesign recommends using an active terminator. Most active terminators have a light on them to show that they are working properly.
Calibration information for the Sync I/O and how to recalibrate. Into which of the two DigiSerial Ports on my HD Core card do I plug my Sync I/O? [25819] Sometimes a "dot" (or period) appears in the timecode display of USD or SYNC I/O, why does this happen? A "dot" between the minutes and frames display (00 00. 00 00) indicates that the positional reference is in auto LTC/VITC mode. A "dot" between the frames and subframes display (00 00 00. 00) indicates odd/even field distinction.
(or compatible emulator such as Griffin Gport or Gee Three Stealth port). Most SYNC I/O features including window burn and updating firmware can be accessed through the Pro Tools software in Peripherals > Synchronization if the unit is connected to the Digiserial port. All other features can be accessed from the unit's front panel. Sync I/O Index | All FAQ Index [7363] How to restore original factory settings for the SYNC I/O. SYNC I/O can be reset to its default factory settings.
Tech Tips How do I create or edit XML documents for patch names in Pro Tools 6.x under Mac OS 10.2.x? Tip: Tired of Pro Tools 6 (and higher) automatically re-syncing sound FX folders that never change? Why does my Pro Tools LE session clip when I open it on TDM hardware? [26863] How do I create or edit XML documents for patch names in Pro Tools 6.x under Mac OS 10.2.x? Detailed information on Creating Mac OS X Patch Names & MIDI Device Definitions is available at: http://www.digidesign.
Why do I still need the USD setup in Pro Tools v5.
For best sync, the USD should be connected to the Digiserial port (available on d24 and Mix Cards) and Machine Control (9-pin) should be connected to the modem or printer port. When the USD is on the Mac Serial port there is potentially some latency in resetting the USD so the lock will not be as accurate (+/- 5-10 samples vs. +/- 1 sample). USD Index | All FAQ Index [4432] How do I scrub frame by frame? Set the "time scale" to Time Code and select "1 frame" in the Nudge/Grid pop-up menu.
[4438] Why is the Speed Cal Light Blinking? Verify the clock reference in the session setup e.g., if you're feeding the USD Black Burst, clock reference should = Vid Ref. If it is set to the wrong reference e.g., LTC, the USD cannot resolve. Here are some important Session Setup settings to verify when trouble-shooting sync: Clock Reference Positional Reference Sync Mode Frame Rate Sample Rate USD Index | All FAQ Index [4439] Can I use the 9-pin port on the back of the USD? No.
Although Soundblaster card's usually present little problems running in the same computer as Digidesign hardware, this IRQ arrangement may cause crashing problems on some systems. To disable: - Right-click MY COMPUTER, select PROPERTIES. - Select the DEVICE MANAGER tab, and look for Creative Misc. Devices. If found, double-click anything that says Legacy Emulation, and checkmark the Disable. Hit OK.
different). This setting determines whether the BIOS or Windows will control resources. You may want to try switching the option to the other choice. If it doesn't work as well, it can always be changed back. If you're using a USB device (either audio or midi interface), you'll want to have the USB on its own IRQ. Most new computers actually have two USB devices: One pair on the back and one which is either connected to the front or not connected at all.
--->SCANREGISTRY --->LOAD POWER PROFILE Windows 98 SE and ME Setup Index | All FAQ Index [8191] In general is there anything I should know about driver errors? Check your sound hardware/software manufacturers' websites for updates. Many times an updated driver is the simple solution for an error. If possible, you should keep your old driver just in case. In addition, be aware of beta (not fully tested) drivers and updates.
[8194] How to setup power schemes and screensavers for use with Pro Tools LE for Win98 SE and WinME. Right-click anywhere on your Desktop, select PROPERTIES. Click the SCREEN SAVER tab. Set the Screen Saver to None. Click the SETTINGS button in the Energy Saver area. Set the Turn off Monitor, and Turn off Hard Disks, and System Standby to NEVER. Then Click Apply.