Media Vision pro audio spectrum 16 mac User manual

PRO AUDIO
Installation
Guide

Media Vision Software License Statement
The software described in this manual is protected by US and inter-
national copyright
laws. You must not copy the software for any
purpose other than making archival copies for the sole purpose of
backing-up our software for protection against loss.
The software must not be used on two or more machines at the
same time.
FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the lim-
its
of a Class B digital device. pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operations is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this
device
may not cause harmful interference; (2) this device must
accept any interference received. including interference that may
cause undesired operation. These limits are designedto provide
reasonable protection against
harmful interference in residential
installations.
This equipment generates. uses. and can radiate radio
frequency energy. and if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions. may cause harmful interference to radio communi-
cations. However. there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television
equipment reception. which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on. the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Move the equipment away from the receiver
• Plug the equipment into an outlet and circuit differentfrom that
which powers the receiver
• If necessary. the user should consult the dealer or an experi-
enced radio/television technician for additional suggestions.
CAUTION: Only equipment certified to comply with Class B (com-
puter input/output devices. terminals. printers. etc.) shouldbe
attached to this equipment. and must have shielded interface
cables.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio
noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interfer-
ence Regulations
of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Finally.
any changes or modifications to the equipment by the user
not expressly approved by the grantee or manufacturer could void
the user's authorityto operate such equipment.
Limited Warranty
(1) Media Vision warrants to you that the Software will perform
substantially
in accordance with the Documentation for a period of
one year after deliveryto you. You must report all defects and
return the Software to Media Vision with a copy of your sales
receipt within such period to be eligible for warranty service. If the
Software fails to comply with this warranty. your sole and exclu-
sive remedy. at
Media Vision·s option and cost. will be to either
provide all corrections required for any errors. or replace the Soft-
ware.
(2) Media Vision warrants to you that the Sound Card will be free
from significant defects
in materials and workmanship for a period
of three yearsfrom the date of purchase; the stereo speakers will be
warranted for a period of one year from the date of purchase; the
CD-ROM Drive will be warranted for a period of ninety days from
the date of purchase. Media Vision·s sale and exclusive remedy
with respect to defective hardware will be. at Media Vision·s
option. to repair or replace the hardware. if it is determined to be
defective by Media Vision in its sole discretion. or refund the pur-
chase price of the hardware.
(3) Media Vision does not and cannot warrant the performance or
results you may obtain by using the software. hardware or docu-
mentation.
The foregoing states the sole and exclusive remedies
Media Vision will provide for breach of warranty. Except for the
foregoing limited warranty. Media Vision makes no warrants.
express or implied. as to non-infringement of third party rights.
merchantability.
or fitness for any particular purpose.
(4) Some states do notallow the exclusion of implied warranties or
limitations on how long an implied warranty may last. so the above
limitations
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific
legal rights. You
may have other rights which vary from state to
state.
(5) In no event will Media Vision be liable to you for any conse-
quential or incidental damages. including any lost profits or lost
savings. even if a Media Vision representative has been advised of
the possibility of such damages. or for any claim by any party.
(6) Some states do not allow the exclusion of limitation of inciden-
tal
or consequential damages. so the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you.
Trademarks
Media Vision. Pro AudioSpectrum 16 Mac. Sound Tools 16. and
PAS Mixer are trademarks of Media Vision. Inc. Macintosh is a reg-
istered trademark ofApple Computer. Inc. Indiana Jones and the
Fate of Atlantis is a trademark of LucasArt. TRAXSequencer.
Quicktunes. and Audio Producer are trademarks of PassportSoft-
ware.
AlI other trademarks and registeredtrademarks are the property of
their respective companies.
Credits
ProAudioSpectrum 16 Mac Installation Guidedesigned. written.
and illustrated by Jim Rogers. Book design and layout done using
FrameMaker®. Artwork created with Adobe IllustratorTM.

CONTENTS
GETTING STARTED 1
Computer System Requirements ................................. 2
Check Package Contents ........................................ 3
If Anything is Missing ...................................... 4
Handle Contents Carefully! .................................. 4
Bundled Software .......................................... 4
Registration &
Support ........................ · ................. 5
Send in Your Registration Cards .............................. 5
Contacting
Media Vision, Inc. . ............................... 5
Using the Bulletin Board .................................... 6
HARDWARE SETUP 7
MACINTOSH II MODELS ....................................... 8
Remove
Computer Cover .................................... 8
Discharge Yourself
......................................... 8
Select a NuBus Slot ........................................ 9
Remove
Slot Covers ....................................... 10
Install PAS 16 Sound Card .................................. 10
Re-Assemble Your Macintosh ............................... 11
Connect Interface Cable
.................................... 11
Position Patch Panel ....................................... 11
MACINTOSH LC ............................................. 12
Remove
Computer Cover ................................... 12
Discharge Yourself
........................................ 12
Remove
Slot Cover ........................................ 13
Install PAS 16
Sound Card .................................. 13
Replace
Cover ............................................ 14
Connect Interface Cable .................................... 14
Position
Patch Panel ....................................... 14

CONTENTS (cant.)
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION 15
Installing Your Software ....................................... 16
PAS 16 System Extension .................................. 16
Joystick Control
Panel ..................................... 18
PAS 16 Mixer Control Panel ................................ 19
Sound Tools 16 Application ................................ 20
USING YOUR PAS 16 Mac EQUIPMENT 21
The PatchPanel ............................................. 22
Joystick
Connector ........................................ 22
Headphones Connector .................................... 24
Mic IN Connector ......................................... 25
Stereo IN Connectors ...................................... 26
Stereo OUT Connectors .................................... 27
MIDI Connectors
.......................................... 28
SOUND THEORY
29
Principles of Sound .......................................... 30
Macintosh Sounds ........................................... 31
Digitized
Sound .......................................... 31
Sound Sampling .......................................... 32
Sound Resolution ......................................... 33
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1
Table 2
Table 3
Supported Models ...................................... 2
Media Vision Telephone Numbers ......................... 5
Pro Audio Spectrum 16 Mac Specifications ................. 35

GETTING STARTED
Congratulations on your purchase ofPro AudioSpectrum 16 MACTM (hereafter
called
PAS 16 Mac) from Media Vision, Incorporated.
This combination
of hardware and software greatly expands the capabilities of
your Macintosh computer. For example, you'll be able to:
• Increase the quality of sound input and output for your Macintosh.
• Connecta variety of other devices to your Macintosh for greaterflexibility
with both input and output operations.
You
don't need to know much about sound, or the way your Macintosh uses it,
to get
the most out of your PAS 16 Mac. However, if you'd like to learn a little
more about
sound theories (such as digitizing methods and sampling rates), take
a few minutes and read SOUND THEORYbeginning on page 29.
This guide explains how to install your PAS 16 Mac hardware and software.
You'll also find instructions
for using your new equipment - such as how to con-
nect other input and output devices. Please follow all instructions in this guide
closelyto
ensure that your PAS 16 Mac equipment works properly.

GETTING STARTED
2
Computer System Requirements
The following table shows the Macintosh models you can use with your
PAS 16 Mac system and the type of expansion slot required for each:
Table 1 • Supported Models
Model Expansion
Slot Requirement
LC ProcessorDirect
Slot (PDS)
IIsi NuB us
Perfonna 400 PDS
IIvx NuB us
In addition, your system must meet all of the following requirements:
• You must be running either System 7.0 or later, or System 6.0.7.
• Your Macintosh must have a minimum of 4 megabytes (MB) of RAM
memory.
• Your hard disk must have at least 2 megabytes (MB) of free space.
• You must have one expansion slot available inside your computer. See the
preceding table for specific requirements.

Check Package Contents
Check Package Contents
Make sure your package contains the items shown here:
•
••
••••
••••
•
1 ea. Patch Panel
EITHER. ..
1 ea. NuBus Card
... OR
1 ea. LC Card
1
ea. Product Disk
1 ea. Interface Cable
NOTE: Your package
contains one
or the other of
the cards shown here, but
not both. If you have a
Macintosh
LC, you need the
LC Card -otherwise. you
need the NuBus card for
your Macintosh II-class
computer.
Utiliti
Guide
2 ea. Software Packages
and
Sound Tools 16 User's Guide
3

GETTING STARTED
4
If Anything is Missing
If your package is missing any of the items shown in the illustration on the pre-
ceding page, contact our Customer SeIVice Department. See Table 2, Media
Vision Telephone Numbers, on page 5.
Remember,
your package contains only one of the Cards shown in the diagram.
Please make sure you have the correct Card for your particular model of
Macintosh.
Handle Contents Carefully!
Please do not Wlwrap your NuBus or LC Card yet. It's wrapped in a special anti-
static
bag and you should not open the bag until you're ready to install the card
in your computer.
Bundled Software
The following software is included with your PAS 16 Mac:
Media Vision's Sound Tools 16 is a program for recording, editing, and play-
ing your audio files.
LucasArts IndianaJones and the Fate of Atlantis is a challenging adventure
game that has been especially modified to take advantage of the sound syn-
thesis available on your PAS 16 Mac equipment.
PassportDesign's TRAX Quicktunes is a collection of standard MIDI song
files
designed for use in multimedia presentations; Audio Produceris a pow-
erful multimedia player that incorporates the recording, editing, and play-
back of digital audio, MIDI, and CD Audio files.
If You Need Help With the Bundled Software...
If you need help with the games or other software included with PAS 16 Mac,
call the help line for the specific piece of software you want to know about.
You'll find the help line telephone numbers in the individual software manuals.

Registration & Support
Registration & Support
Send in Your Registration Cards
Before proceeding, please fill out and mail the registration card enclosed in your
package. As a registeredPAS 16 Mac owner you automatically receive the latest
news about this and other Media Vision products.
Also fill out and mail the registration cards included with each of the software
packages you received with PAS 16 Mac. This entitles you to receive additional
benefits from the manufacturers of the software.
Contacting Media Vision, Inc.
Please use the telephone numbers in this table for contacting Media Vision, Inc.
Table 2. Media Vision Telephone Numbers
Service Phone Number Notes
Main Phone Number
Sales Office
Media Vision Bulletin
Boards
[phone]
[phone]
[phone]
[phone]
- or-
[phone]
Both numbers
support 300 to
14,400 Baud
General inquiries and
information.
8 bits, No parity, 1 stop bit.
Assign
your own Account
Name and Password.
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GETTING STARTED
6
Using the Bulletin Board
If you are calling the Bulletin Board (BBS) for the first time, just answer the on-
screen questions
and create your own password. You can then download infor-
mation about your PAS 16 Mac system.
Here's
an example showing how to use the BBS to download a hypothetical file
named SAMPLE.SIT:
At the Main Menu, choose F for Files.
At the Files Menu, choose D for Download.
Enter the file name SAMPLE.SIT and press Return.
At this point you must tell your communications software to download the file.
Refer to
your communications software's manuals for the proper steps.

HARDWARE SETUP
This section shows how to set up the hardware components you received with
your PAS 16 Mac package. Take a few moments to study this section before
beginning the actual installation. The installation process is easiest if you have a
general understanding of the steps you need to complete before you begin.
If you're installing your PAS 16 Mac equipment on a Macintosh II -model
computer, follow the instructions on page 8 through. page 11. The instructions
specifically describe installation on a Macintosh IIci; however, the procedures
vmy only slightly from one model to another. Have your Owner's Manual handy
for reference.
If you're installing your equipment on a Macintosh LC, the steps differ slightly
from
those for the Macintosh II-model machines. You should follow the
instructions beginning on page 12. And, have your Owner's Manual handy for
reference.

HARDWARE SETUP
Screw attaching cover to chassis
Pull rear of cover up and toward you
8
MACINTOSH II MODELS
Remove Computer Cover
Shut down your computer system and turn the
power OFF to all of your equipment. Leave the
power cord connected between your computer
and the power outlet to help ground your
equipment.
1 Working from the rear of your Macintosh,
remove the screw that attaches the cover to
the chassis.
Put the screw where you can find it later.
2
On the rear side of the cover are two plastic
handles. Working from the front of your
computer, lift up on the two handles to
unsnap the cover from the chassis.
3
Pull the rear part of the cover straight up
and slightly toward you to an angle of
about 75°.
4
Gently work the tabs holding the cover to
the front panel out of their slots. Then set
the cover aside safely out of your way.
Discharge Yourself
CAUTION! Power Supply might be hot.
With your hand, lightly touch the power
supply unit inside your computer. This
disperses any static electricity that might be
present in your body and prevents damage to
your equipment.

Motherboard
'---- NuBus Slots
Power Switch
MACINTOSH II MODELS
Select a NuBus Slot
Look straight down inside your computer
chassis and you're looking at the motherboard.
Find the NuBus slots on the left side of the
motherboard. Some slots might already be in
use. You need a NuBus slot to install your PAS
16 Sound Card.
If you don't have a NuBus slot available, or if
you want to switch an existing card to a
different slot,
complete the steps below.
Otherwise, determine which slot you want to
use and proceed to the next step, Remove Slot
Covers on page 10.
t Determine which NuBus slot you want to
use.
2
Check for any cables connected to the card
on the rear panel, or connected to the
motherboard, or connected to other com-
ponents. If there are any, disconnect them.
3 If there is a screw holding the card in
place, remove it.
4 Grasp
the card by its top edges and pull
finnly but gently straight up to disconnect
the card from the NuBus slot.
5
Make sure you haven't left any screws or
other metals objects inside the chassis, and
then locate the Power Switch on the rear
panel. Press the Power Switch to restart
your Macintosh.
You don't need to replace the cover or
monitor for this step. However, you must
restart in order to reset the NuBus from the
settings on the card you just removed.
6 Wait about 10 seconds and then press the
Power switch to turn your Macintosh off
again.
If you plan to reinstall the card you just
removed in a different slot, install your PAS 16
Sound Card first, and then re-install the card
you just removed.
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HARDWARE SETUP
This connector is
designed
to fit
over a NuBus slot.
10
Remove Slot Covers
Corresponding to the NuBus slot you've
selected, there might be a metal plate covering
the opening at the rear of the chassis.
If necessary, remove the metal plate.
There might also be a plastic cover over the
opening on the other side. If it's present,
remove it by pushing it out from the inside of
the chassis.
Install PAS 16 Sound Card
Note the connector at the bottom of the card. It
is designed to fit snugly over one of your
NuBus slots.
1
Hold your PAS 16 Sound Card by its top
edges and carefully position it over the
NuBus slot so that the connector on the
card aligns with the slot.
2 Install
the card by pushing it down gently
so that the connector seats fully over the
NuBus slot.
Do not force the connectors into the slot.
Carefully align
the connectors with the slot
and finnly, but gently, push the card down. If
you encounter undue resistance, remove the
card, realign it, and try again.

Interface Cable-
Patch Panel •
•• •
••••
••••
_.
MACINTOSH II MODELS
Re-Assemble Your Macintosh
The inside front part of your cover has two
plastic tabs on either side that fit into two
matching slots on the front edge of the chassis.
1
Check to make sure you haven't left any
loose screws or other metal objects inside
your chassis.
2
Hold the cover in place, align the two tabs
with their matching slots, and insert the
tabs into the slots.
3
Lower the rear part of the cover and snap it
into place against the rear panel of the
chassis.
4 Replace
the screw you removed earlier to
attach the cover to the chassis.
Connect Interface Cable
Locate the Patch Panel and Interface Cable in
your PAS 16 Mac package.
1
Attach one end of the InterfaceCable to the
connector on the rear of your PAS 16
Sound Card, which is now visible at the
rear panel of your Macintosh.
2
Attach the other end of the Interface Cable
to the matching connector found on one
end of your Patch Panel.
Position Patch Panel
You can position your Patch Panel anywhere
that suits you. Until you've used it for a while
and decided which devices you want to keep
connected most of the time, you'll probably
want to keep it in a readily accessible spot.
Installation of your PAS 16 Mac equipment is
complete. Be sure to re-connect all power
cords and cables, and then turn to page 15 to
install your software.
11

HARDWARE SETUP
12
Screw attaching
cover
to chassis
Lift the cover straight up and
away from
the chassis
MACINTOSH LC
Remove Computer Cover
Shut down your computer system and turn the
power OFF to all of your equipment. Leave the
power cord connected between your computer
and the power outlet to help ground your
equipment.
1 Working from the rear of your Macintosh,
remove the screw that attaches the cover to
the chassis.
Put the screw where you can find it later.
2
On the rear side of the cover are two plastic
handles. Working from the front of your
computer, lift up on the two handles to
unsnap the cover from the chassis.
3 Lift
the cover straight up and away from
the chassis. Then set the cover aside safely
out of your way.
Discharge Yourself
Locate any unpainted, metal surface inside
your Macintosh and, with your hand, lightly
touch the metal surface. This disperses any
static electricity that might be present in your
body and prevents damage to your equipment.
CAUTION! Surfaces might be hot.

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pushing it out from the
inside of your Macintosh
This connector
plugs into your PDS
---------,
Expansion Slot
MACINTOSH LC
Rem ave Slot Cover
On the rear panel of your Macintosh LC you'll
find a plastic cover over the access port to your
PDS expansion slot. You must remove the
cover to have access to the connector on your
PAS 16 Sound Card after it is installed.
To
remove the cover, reach inside the chassis
and push it out from the inside.
Install PAS 16 Sound Card
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Note the connector at the bottom of the card. It
is designed to plug into the PDS expansion slot
inside your Macintosh LC.
t Hold your PAS 16 Sound Card by its edges
and carefully position it over the PDS slot
so that the connector on the card aligns
with the slot.
2 Install
the card by pushing it down gently.
The connector must seat fully over the PDS
slot, and the connector on the rear of the
card must fit into the expansion slot open-
ing you made available in the previous
step. This connector must be accessible at
the rear of your computer so you can con-
nect your PatchPanel in a later step.
Do
not force the connectors into the slot.
Carefully align the connectors with the slot
and firmly, but gently, push the card down. If
you encounter undue resistance, remove the
card, realign it, and try again.
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HARDWARE SETUP
Interface Cable ~
Patch Panel
14
• •
•••
••••
••••
-.
Replace Cover
The inside front part of your cover has two
plastic tabs on either side that fit into two
matching slots on the front edge of the chassis.
1
Hold the cover in place, align the two tabs
with their matching slots, and insert the
tabs into the slots.
2
Lower the rear part of the cover and snap it
into place against the rear panel of the
chassis.
3 Replace
the screw you removed earlier to
attach the cover to the chassis.
Connect Interface Cable
Locate the Patch Panel and Interface Cable in
your PAS 16 Mac package.
1
Attach one end of the InterfaceCable to the
connector on the rear of your PAS 16
Sound Card, which is now visible on the
rear panel of your Macintosh LC.
2
Attach the other end of the Interface Cable
to the connector found on one end of your
Patch Panel.
Position Patch Panel
You can position your Patch Panel anywhere
that suits you. Until you've used it for a while
and decided which devices you want to keep
connected most of the time, you'll probably
want to keep it in a readily accessible spot.
Installation of your PAS 16 Mac equipment is
complete.
Be sure to re-connect all power
cords and cables, and then go to page 15 to
install your software.

PAS 16 Mac
Product Disk
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
Your PAS 16 Mac Product Disk contains the software you need to operate your
equipment.
NOTE: Please make a copy of your PAS 16 Mac Product Disk. Store your origi-
nal disk in a safe place and use your copy from here on.
Insert the copy of your Product Disk into your disk drive and, if necessal)', open
the disk's window by double-clicking the disk icon on your desktop. Your disk
should contain the items shown here:
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[IlJ
PAS16 Mixer JoyStick
~
PAS16 Sound Tools
16

SOFlWARE INSTALLATION
16
Installing Your Software
This section briefly describes the software components found on your Product
Disk and also explains how to install each one.
PAS 16 System Extension
This software component is required. It is a System Extension (or, INIT) and it
must be installed in your System Folder. PAS 16 contains the software necessaIY
to control the functions on your PAS 16 Mac Patch Panel.
Once installed, PAS 16 loads automatically during startup, and you see the PAS
16 icon appear momentarily at the bottom of your screen.
To install the PAS 16 System Extension:
1 Select the PAS 16 icon and drag it on top of your System Folder icon.
Then, release the mouse button.
~
---~ (PI
PAS16
System Folder
If you're using System 7.0 or later, a dialog box appears asking if you
want to install this component in your Extensions folder. Click OK to
copy PAS 16 to that folder.
If you're using System 6.0.7, the PAS 16 INIT copies directly into your
System Folder.
2 Restart
your Macintosh so that the PAS 16 system extension is able to
load into memory. If you prefer, you can wait until after you've installed
the other PAS 16 Mac software (as explained in the remainder of this
section)
before restarting.
Resolving Conflicts between System Extensions
If you load other system extensions during startup, one or more of them might
conflict with PAS 16 and cause your Macintosh to malfunction in various ways.
If you experience such problems after installingPAS 16, you need to isolate your
system extensions to determine which one is causing the problem. The follow-
ing steps explain how to do this.