AEQ ARENA DM User manual
BC 2000 DIGITAL
Audio Routing, Mixing and Processing System for
Program Production Centers
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ARENA DM CONTROL SURFACE
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
ED 08/07
V 1.1 - 03/08/2007
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Audio Routing, Mixing and Processing System for Program Production Centres
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ARENA DM CONTROL SURFACE
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
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CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION……………………………………………………………………................. 4
2. CONTROL SURFACE COMPONENTS DESCRIPTION……………................................ 5
2.1. Configuration and monitoring panel…………………………………………………... 6
2.2. Channels area…………………………………………………………………………... 8
2.2.1. Channel configuration in “Multiplex Mode”………..………………………... 9
2.2.2. Channel configuration in “Channel Setup Mode”………..…………………. 10
2.3. Configuration and information area…………………………………………………… 11
2.4. Talkback area…………………………………………………………………………… 11
2.5. Programmable keys area………………………………………………………………. 12
2.6. Monitoring area…………………………………………………………………………. 13
3. CONTROL SURFACE OPERATION…………………………………………………………. 15
3.1. Controls operation in the channels area……………………………………………… 15
3.1.1. Input gain adjustment for each channel…………………………………….. 15
3.1.2. Input Select & Set Up: Input sources selection and configuration for……
each channel…………………………………………………………………… 15
3.1.2.1. Input select…………………………………………………………… 16
3.1.2.2. Phase L-R…………………………………………………………..... 16
3.1.2.3. Mode………………………………………………………………….. 16
3.1.3. Dynamic Setup: Selection and configuration of dynamic and time……….
processing functions by channel, except equalization…………………….. 17
3.1.3.1. Compressor…………………………………………………………... 17
3.1.3.1.1. Compressor parameters adjustment…………………... 18
3.1.3.1.2. Saving and loading compressor settings...……………. 19
3.1.3.2. Noise Gate……………………………………………………………. 19
3.1.3.3. Reverb………………………………………………………………… 20
3.1.4. Equalizer: Selection and configuration of equalizer and filter functions,
by channel……………………………………………………………………..... 21
3.1.5. Routing: Sending selection and configuration for each channel……........ 23
3.1.6. Select: Access to the special functions display and controls…………….. 24
3.1.7. Cue: Cue function….………………………………………………………….. 24
3.1.8. On Air: Signal indicator……………………………………………………….. 24
3.1.9. Select / On. Routing encoder and associated pushbutton………………... 24
3.1.10. Opening and regulation of channels, channel label and page changes.. 25
3.2. Configuration and information area operation (Select)……………………………... 26
3.2.1. Functional description………………………………………………………… 26
3.2.1.1. Controls identification……………………………………………….. 26
3.2.1.2. Display states and associated information……………………….. 26
3.2.1.3. Processing……………………………………………………………. 27
3.2.1.3.1. Equalizer………………………………………………….. 30
3.2.1.3.2. Filter……………………………………………………….. 30
3.2.1.3.3. Reverb…………………………………………………….. 31
3.2.1.4. Test signal generation………………………………………………. 32
3.2.1.4.1. Tone generation………………………………………….. 32
3.2.1.4.2. Pink noise generation……………………………………. 33
3.2.1.4.3. White noise generation………………………………….. 33
3.2.1.5. Input/Output Setup…………………………………………………... 34
3.2.2. Select access area. General data display………………………………….. 35
3.2.3. Working Configuration display……………………………………………….. 36
3.2.3.1. Loading a new configuration……………………………………….. 36
3.2.3.2. Memory Configuration………………………………………………. 37
3.2.4. “Change User” display. Change current user………………………………. 39
3.2.5. “Macro Configuration” display. Load and activation of programmable…..
keys…………………………………………………………………………….. 40
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3.2.6. “System Setup” display. System adjustments……………………………… 41
3.2.6.1. IP addresses change………………………………………………... 42
3.2.6.2. Time and date change………………………………………………. 43
3.2.6.3. Information about Firmware version……………………………….. 43
3.2.6.4. DSP% CPU Used……………………………………………………. 44
3.2.6.5. Disconnect all audio process……………………………………….. 44
3.2.6.6. DSP Output list………………………………………………………. 44
3.2.6.7. Signal Processing Changes……………………………………...... 45
3.2.7. “Timer/Clock” display. Timer and clock adjustment……………………….. 46
4. INSTALLATION AND CABLING………………………………………………………………. 47
4.1. Description of back panel and connection for ARENA DM………………………… 47
4.2. Description of back panel and connection for ARENA D10………………………... 49
4.3. Description of audio wiring for ARENA DM………………………………………….. 50
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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
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Thank you for purchasing our product, incorporating leading-edge audio signal mixing
technology.
Please follow the instructions in this user’s manual. Do not connect the mixing console before
reading the manual. If you have any questions, e-mail our technical department at [email protected],
will assist you with your installation
1. INTRODUCTION.
First, this document will identify the components of the ARENA DM control surface, and then it
will go into more detail about using the console.
Please bear in mind the fact that this information is also valid for the ARENA D10 modules,
extension modules of the ARENA DM control surface.
It should also be pointed out that the Installer, Technical Supervisor or System Administrator
must have pre-configured the control surface before it is handed over to the users for whom this
document is intended. Depending on the pre-configuration options or on the hardware installed,
some of the options shown here may not be visible, or may not be active even if visible.
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2. CONTROL SURFACE COMPONENTS DESCRIPTION.
A. Configuration and monitoring panel.
B. Channels area.
C. Configuration and information area.
D. Talkback area.
E. Programmable keys area.
F. Monitoring area.
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