RTW TouchMonitor TM7 Series User manual

Content:
Data Sheet TM7
Data Sheet TM9
Quick Start Guide including safety information
Function Description
Presets List
Software Update
Boxing Manual
CE/RoHS Information
Operating Manual TouchMonitor TM7/TM9
© 2011 | RTW GmbH & Co.KG | Elbeallee 19 | 50765 Köln | Germany | Fon +49 221. 70 913-0 | Fax [phone] | www.rtw.de | [e-mail]
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Manual | RTW TouchMonitor TM7/TM9
Operating Manual
for
RTW TouchMonitor TM7/TM9 Series
Manual Version: 2.1
Issued: 14.11.2011
Software Version: 2-nn (09.2011)
© 11/2011 | Technical changes without prior notice!
RTW GmbH & Co. KG | Elbeallee 19 | 50765 Köln | Germany
P. O. box 71 06 54 | 50746 Köln | Germany
Fon +49 221. 70 913-0 | Fax [phone]
[e-mail] | www.rtw.de
WEEE Reg.-no.: DE 90666819
Category: 9
Device type: These instruments comply with and fall under
category 9 Monitoring and control equipment of
Annex 1B of the RoHS-Directive 2002/95/EC.
For TouchMonitor‘s declaration of conformity see
the appendix of the Quick Start Guide.

Please note:
The figures in this operating manual are carefully created and are
used to illustrate the descriptions. However, they may differ a little bit
from the displays of your unit.
This manual and the available firmware/firmware updates can be
found under Audio Monitors/TouchMonitor TM7 resp. Audio Moni-
tors/TouchMonitor TM9 in the download area of our web site:
http://www.rtw.de/en/sales-support/manuals-software.html
(Login page).
The package contains a USB flash device soruce by a third party
company. The device is certified by Shenzhen BSE Technology
Co., Ltd. to be CE conform (E07002566) and RoHS compliant
(R0808179).

TouchMonitor TM7/TM9
Software Version 2-nn | 09.2011
Quick Start Guide
EN

TouchMonitor TM7/TM9EN-2 Manual | TouchMonitor TM7/TM9
Quick Start Guide
for
RTW TouchMonitor TM7/TM9 series
Manual Version: 2.3
Issued: 17.02.2012
Software Version: 2-nn (12.2011)
© 02/2012 | Technical changes without prior notice!
RTW GmbH & Co. KG | Elbeallee 19 | 50765 Köln | Germany
P. O. box 71 06 54 | 50746 Köln | Germany
Fon +49 221. 70 913-0 | Fax [phone]
[e-mail] | www.rtw.de
WEEE Reg.-no.: DE 90666819
Category: 9
Device type: These instruments comply with and fall under
category 9 Monitoring and control equipment of
Annex 1B of the RoHS-Directive 2002/95/EC.
TouchMonitor has been KC certified for Korea:
Reg.-no. TM7: KCC-REI-LA1-TM7
Reg.-no. TM9: KCC-REI-LA1-TM9

Please note:
The figures in this operating manual are carefully created and are
used to illustrate the descriptions. However, they may differ a little bit
from the displays of your unit.
The current version of this manual and the available firmware/firmware
updates can be found under Audio Monitors/TouchMonitor TM7 resp.
Audio Monitors/TouchMonitor TM9 in the download area of our web
site: http://www.rtw.de/en/sales-support/manuals-software.html
(Login page).
The package contains a USB flash device soruce by a third party
company. The device is certified by Shenzhen BSE Technology
Co., Ltd. to be CE conform (E07002566) and RoHS compliant
(R0808179).

EN-3Manual | TouchMonitor TM7/TM9 Safety Instructions
EN
Safety Instructions
The following symbols may be marked on the panels or covers of
equipment or module and are used in this manuals with these terms:
WARNING!
This symbol alerts you to a potentially hazardous condition, such as
the presence of dangerous voltage that could pose a risk of electrical
shock. Refer to the accompanying Warning Label or Tag, and exercise
extreme caution.
ATTENTION!
This symbol alerts you to important operating considerations or a po-
tential operating condition that could damage equipment. If you see
this marked on equipment, consult the operating manual for precauti-
onary instructions.
NOTE
This symbol points your attention to specific characteristics that are
no malfunctions.
Important Safety Instructions
• Readtheseinstructions.Studycarefullyandunderstandallsafety
and operating instructions before you install and operate the unit!
• Keeptheseinstructions.Keepallsafetyandoperatinginstructions
for future reference!
• Heedallwarningsontheunitandinthesafetyandoperatinginst-
ructions before you install and operate the unit!
• Followallinstructionstoensureagainstinjurytoyourselfandda-
magetotheunitorotherobjectsconnectedtotheunit.
Topreventpossibleelectricalshock,death,re,injuriesandmalfunc-
tions, use this product only as specified.
Only use attachments and accessories specified by the manufacturer.
The units of the TouchMonitor series are designed for indoor use only
and may only be operated with a power supply unit provided for it.

Safety InstructionsEN-4 Manual | TouchMonitor TM7/TM9
WARNING!
Alwaysfollowthesafetyprecautionsbelowtoavoidthepossibilityofseriousinjuryorevendeathfromelectricalshock,short-circuiting,dama-
ges, fire, or other hazards. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Thepowercordoftheexternalpowersupplydisconnectsthepro-
duct from the power source. Do not block the power cord or power
supply; it must remain accessible to the user at any time.
• Turnoffanddisconnectthepowersupplyimmediatelyittheunit
produces unusual smells, noises or smoke, or if foreign substan-
ces(e.g.liquids)orforeignobjectsentertheunit.
• Becauseoftheinstalledbatterytheunitshallnotbeexposedto
excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, or similar.
• Caution:Dangerofexplosionifbatteryisincorrectlyreplaced.Re-
place only with the same or equivalent type.
• Donotcovertheunitanddonotplaceanyobjectsoranything
containing liquids on it.
• Donotinsertyourngersoranyotherobjectsintothehousing.
• Donotoperatewithoutcoverplatesorpanels.
• Donotoperatewithsuspectedfailures.Ifyoususpectthereisda-
mage to the unit, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.
• Donotusethisapparatusnearwater.
• Donotoperateinwet/dampconditions.
• Donotoperateinexplosiveatmosphere.
• Donotoperateindustyenvironments.
• Donotopenthehousing.Inside,therearenouser-serviceable
parts. Any necessary servicing shall be performed by a properly
qualified technician.
• Donotattempttorepairanypartoftheunit.Repairsshallonlybe
carried out by qualified personnel.
• Neverremoveanypartsfromtheunitanddonotmakeanymodi-
fications to the unit without the express written consent of RTW.
Modifications can cause both safety hazards and affect the unit’s
EMI-CE conformity.
• Onlyusethepowercordandpowersupplyspeciedforthispro-
duct and certified for the country of use.
• Connectanddisconnectproperly.Useonlyconnectorsspecied
for this product and fix them tight before use.
• Observeallterminalratingsandmarkingsontheproduct.Consult
the operating manual for further ratings information before making
connections to this product.
• Donotapplyapotentialtoanyterminalthatexceedsthemaxi-
mum rating of that terminal.
• Avoidexposedcircuitry.Donottouchexposedconnectionsand
components when power is present.

EN-5Manual | TouchMonitor TM7/TM9 Safety Instructions
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ATTENTION!
Alwaysfollowthesafetyprecautionsbelowtoavoidthepossibilityofphysicalinjurytoyouorothers,ordamagetotheunitorotherproperty.
These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Donotblockanyventilationopenings.Installinaccordancewith
the manufacturer‘s instructions to prevent the internal temperature
from becoming too high.
• Donotinstallnearanyheatsourcessuchasradiators,heatregisters,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Alsokeepawaytheunitfromdirectincidentsolarradiation.
• Keepproductsurfacescleananddry.Cleanonlywithdrycloth.
• Neveruseanysolventbasedliquidsforcleaningthehousing
surfaces and the display.
• Donotplacetheunitinanunstablepositionwhereitmight
accidently fall over.
• Beforeconnectinganydevicestotheunitmakesurethatthe
power supply is disconnected.
• Protectthepowercordfrombeingwalkedonorpinchedparticu-
larly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they
exit from the apparatus.
• Unplugthisapparatusduringlightningstormsorwhenunusedfor
long periods of time.
• Beforemovingtheunit,removeallconnectedcables.
• Whentransportingormovingtheunit,alwaystakecarenotto
scratch or damage the housing surfaces and the display.
• Referallservicingtoqualiedservicepersonnel.Servicingisre-
quired when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as
power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objectshavefallenintotheapparatus,theapparatushasbeenex-
posed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been
dropped.
Information on installed battery
The pcb features a battery socket with a 3 V Li/Mn coin cell battery, type CR 1225. It must be inserted from the side with its positive pole on
top and its negative pole towards the pcb surface.

Environmental ConsiderationsEN-6 Manual | TouchMonitor TM7/TM9
Environmental Considerations
Observe the following information about the environmental impact
of the product and the following guidelines when recycling an instru-
ment or component (product end-of-life handling):
• EquipmentRecycling
Production of this equipment required the extraction and use of
natural resources. The equipment may contain substances that
could be harmful to the environment or human health if improperly
handled at the product’s end of life. In order to avoid release of
such substances into the environment and to reduce the use of
natural resources, we encourage you to recycle this product in an
appropriate system that will ensure that most of the materials are
reused or recycled appropriately.
• BatteryRecycling
This product contains a lithium manganese dioxide (Li/Mn) bat-
tery, which must be recycled or disposed of properly according to
your local government regulations.
• RestrictionofHazardousSubstances
This product has been classified as Monitoring and Control equip-
ment, and is outside the scope of the 2002/95/EC RoHS Direc-
tive. This product may contain lead, cadmium and/or mercury in
slight quantities. Please dispose of or recycle the electronic parts
or devices according to your local government regulations.

EN-7Manual | TouchMonitor TM7/TM9 Index of Content
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Index of Content
Safety Instructions 3
General Safety Instructions 3
Warning! 4
Attention! 5
Environmental Considerations 6
Index of Content 7
BeforeYouBegin8
Introduction 8
Scope of Delivery 10
Installation 13
Connection 14
Pin Assignment 15
GettingStarted17
System Start-up 17
Adapt the TouchMonitor to your Audio System 18
Create Your Own Preset 20
Working With Instruments and Presets 25
SoftwareModules(LicencesHandling)27
Software Update 31
Specications(Extract)33
EC Declaration of Conformity 35
Licenses of the Implemented Software 36

Before You Begin | IntroductionEN-8 Manual | TouchMonitor TM7/TM9
Before You Begin
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a model of the TouchMonitor series. With
the TouchMonitor range you are able to meet the growing require-
ments in today‘s production, post-production, and broadcast world.
Equipped with high-grade 7“ or 9“ touch screens and an easy-to-use
GUI, TouchMonitor enters a new level of professional audio metering
in terms of precision, performance, efficiency and flexibility.

EN-9Manual | TouchMonitor TM7/TM9 Before You Begin | Introduction
EN
Simple and flexible
The graphical user interface used in the TouchMonitor range is con-
trolled simply by using your finger or a mouse. Instruments can be
scaled, randomly positioned and combined in almost every way for
optimized use of available screen space. Even multiple instruments of
the same type, assigned to different input channels and configurations,
can be displayed simultaneously. A context-sensitive, on-screen help
feature and the intuitive operatable menu system supports the user,
allowing him to make setup changes with ease.
Audio I/O options
The TouchMonitor perfectly integrates into today‘s analog and digital
audio and video studio environments. It handles input signals of vari-
ous formats: analog, AES3, and AES3id. In addition, the TouchMonitor
TM9 has an option to accept 3G SDI signals. This option works as an
audio deembedder for mixed use with other audio interfaces display-
ing up to 32 input channels simultaneously.
Licences
A totally modular software concept means that you only have to
purchase features that you actually require. This puts you in control,
defining the functionality of a TouchMonitor that suits your needs
best.Newinstrumentsandfunctionscanbeaddedassoftware
modules to the device at any time. Simply purchase and activate the
corresponding licence.
Many display functions are available to choose from: the unique RTW
Surround Sound Analyzer, the Real-Time Analyzer (RTA), EBU R128-,
ITU BS.1770-2/1771-, ATSC-A/85-, and ARIB-compliant loudness
meters, and the Radar Loudness display acc. to the Loudness Radar
Meter of TC electronic®.

Before You Begin | Scope of DeliveryEN-10 Manual | TouchMonitor TM7/TM9
Scope of Delivery
Unpack the instrument, find your version below, and check, if you received all items listed. If components are missing, please contact your
dealer. Recommended accessories, options and software licences are also listed.
TouchMonitor TM7
Table-top unit 20700
OEM version 20700OEM
Power supply Quick Start Guide
Multichannel
mode
SW20001
Loudness and
SPL display
SW20002
RTA - Real Time
Analyzer
SW20003
SSA - Surround
Sound Analyzer
SW20004
Radar Display
SW20005
Premium PPM
+ Vectorscope
SW20006
8 x AES3
8 x analog
HW20711
8 x AES3id
8 x analog
HW20712
>
>
>
>
Audio Interface as ordered Software Licence, if ordered
> >
USB stick
Quick Start Guide
USB stick

EN-11Manual | TouchMonitor TM7/TM9 Before You Begin | Scope of Delivery
EN
Power supply Quick Start Guide
Multichannel
mode
SW20001
Loudness and
SPL display
SW20002
RTA - Real Time
Analyzer
SW20003
SSA - Surround
Sound Analyzer
SW20004
Radar Display
SW20005
Premium PPM
+ Vectorscope
SW20006
8 x AES3
8 x analog
HW20711
8 x AES3id
8 x analog
HW20712
>
>
>
>
Audio Interface as ordered Software Licence, if ordered
> >
USB stick
Quick Start Guide
USB stick
TouchMonitorTM7(continued)
3U version 20700-3U
Video version 20700-VID Netzteil

Before You Begin | Scope of DeliveryEN-12 Manual | TouchMonitor TM7/TM9
TouchMonitor TM9
Table-top unit 20900
OEM version 20900OEM
Power supply Quick Start Guide
Multichannel
mode
SW20001
Loudness and
SPL display
SW20002
RTA - Real Time
Analyzer
SW20003
SSA - Surround
Sound Analyzer
SW20004
Radar Display
SW20005
Premium PPM
+ Vectorscope
SW20006
8 x AES3
8 x analog
HW20911
>
>
>
>
Audio Interface as ordered Software Licence, if ordered
> >
USB stick
Quick Start Guide
USB stick
8 x AES3id
8 x analog
HW20912
16 x AES3
HW20913
16 x AES3id
HW20914
16 x analog
HW20915
3G-SDI
option
HW20930

EN-13Manual | TouchMonitor TM7/TM9 Installation
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Installation
The TouchMonitor TM7 and TM9 table-top units (20700/20900) are
designed for free positioning on tables, desks, et. al.
The OEM versions (20700OEM, 20900OEM) are designed for
panel-mounting e. g. into mixing consoles. There are also 19“/3U
rack-mounting versions of TM7 available: 20700-3U fits into 19“/3U
racks, 20700-VID into standard 19“ rack-mount cabinets for wave
form monitors. All necessary power supply voltages are supplied
through the +24 V DC 1 A connector using the external power
supply unit RTW 1168-R wide voltage power supply (included in
20700, 20700-3U, 20700-VID and 20900 packages, optional for
20700OEM, 20900OEM). The units feature a 7“ resp. 9“ VGA 16 : 9
touch screen.
Optional an external standard16 : 9 VGA monitor can be connected
for external reading of the display.
Optional an external computer mouse or a Wacom® graphics tablet
can be connected to one of the USB interfaces.
The other ports and interfaces are connected with the appropriate
standard connection cables.
ATTENTION–Pleasereadbeforeinstalling:
• Beforeinstallingtheunitpleasestudythesafetyinstructionsand
the information on connection and pin assignment.
• Anexternalovercurrentprotectivedevice(2Amax.)shallbe
installed when using an external 24 V DC power supply!
• Makesurethatthedeliveredpowersupplyunitisnotconnected.
• Placetheunitatasuitedplaceormountitacc.tothesystemre-
quirements for OEM, 3U, or video racks (VID).
• Connectyoursignalsourcesandallyourothercomponentstothe
appropriate connectors, using the correct standard connection
cables for the components. Take care about the pin assignment!
• Optionally,connectanexternalstandard16:9VGAmonitorto
the VGA output, using a standard VGA connection cable. The VGA
cable shall be of 10 to 15 m maximum length.
• Finally,connectthelocking4-pinlowvoltageconnectorofthe
external power supply to the +24 V DC 1 A connector on the rear.
Connect the external power supply to mains.
• TheTouchMonitorwillinitiateitssystemstartupsequence.After
the boot-up the unit is ready for use.

Installation | ConnectionEN-14 Manual | TouchMonitor TM7/TM9
Analog In 1 - 8
(Sub-D)
AES3id In/Out 1 - 4
(8 x BNC)
AES3 In/Out 5 - 8
(Sub-D)
AES3id In/Out 5 - 8
(8 x BNC)
Analog In 9 - 16
(Sub-D)
GP IO
(RJ-11)
AES3 In/Out 1 - 4
(Sub-D)
Analog In 1 - 8
(Sub-D)
AES3 In/Out 1 - 4
(Sub-D)
AES3id In/Out 1 - 4
(8 x BNC)
Analog In 1 - 8
(Sub-D)
LAN
(RJ-45)
USB A 2.0
(Full Speed)
4-pin locking
low voltage
connector
External:
USB mouse
Wacom® graphics tablet
External:
VGA monitor 16 : 9
24 V DC, 1 A3G-SDI: Through In VGA
HW20911
(pictured):
HW20912:
HW20913:
HW20914:
HW20915:
Optional:
3G-SDI interface
option
HW20930
or
Connection
or
TouchMonitor TM9TouchMonitor TM7
4-pin locking
low voltage
connector
External:
VGA monitor 16 : 9
24 V DC, 1 A
VGA
Analog In 1 - 8
(Sub-D)
Analog In 1 - 8
(Sub-D)
GP IO
(RJ-11)
AES3 In/Out 1 - 4
(Sub-D)
AES3id In/Out 1 - 4
(8 x BNC)
LAN
(RJ-45)
USB A 2.0
(Full Speed)
External:
USB mouse
Wacom® graphics tablet
HW20711
(pictured):
HW20712:
or

EN-15Manual | TouchMonitor TM7/TM9 Installation | Pin Assignment
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PinAssignment
AnalogIn1-8,AnalogIn9-16(electronically balanced, 25-pin Sub-D-F)
Pin: Function:
1 Input analog 8 resp. 16 (+, hot)
14 Input analog 8 resp. 16 (–, cold)
2 Shield/case
15 Input analog 7 resp. 15 (+, hot)
3 Input analog 7 resp. 15 (–, cold)
16 Shield/case
4 Input analog 6 resp. 14 (+, hot)
17 Input analog 6 resp. 14 (–, cold)
5 Shield/case
18 Input analog 5 resp. 13 (+, hot)
6 Input analog 5 resp. 13 (–, cold)
19 Shield/case
7 Input analog 4 resp. 12 (+, hot)
20 Input analog 4 resp. 12 (–, cold)
8 Shield/case
21 Input analog 3 resp. 11 (+, hot)
9 Input analog 3 resp. 11 (–, cold)
22 Shield/case
10 Input analog 2 resp. 10 (+, hot)
23 Input analog 2 resp. 10 (–, cold)
11 Shield/case
24 Input analog 1 resp. 9 (+, hot)
12 Input analog 1 resp. 9 (–, cold)
25 Shield/case
13 not used
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(External view of the con-
nector)
AES3I/O1-4,AES3I/O5-8 (transformer balanced, 25-pin Sub-D-F)
Pin: Function:
1 Output digital 4 resp. 8 (+, hot)
14 Output digital 4 resp. 8 (–, cold)
2 Shield/case
15 Output digital 3 resp. 7 (+, hot)
3 Output digital 3 resp. 7 (–, cold)
16 Shield/case
4 Output digital 2 resp. 6 (+, hot)
17 Output digital 2 resp. 6 (–, cold)
5 Shield/case
18 Output digital 1 resp. 5 (+, hot)
6 Output digital 1 bzw. 5 (–, cold)
19 Shield/case
7 Input digital 4 resp. 8 (+, hot)
20 Input digital 4 resp. 8 (–, cold)
8 Shield/case
21 Input digital 3 resp. 7 (+, hot)
9 Input digital 3 resp. 7 (–, cold)
22 Shield/case
10 Input digital 2 resp. 6 (+, hot)
23 Input digital 2 resp. 6 (–, cold)
11 Shield/case
24 Input digital 1 resp. 5 (+, hot)
12 Input digital 1 resp. 5 (–, cold)
25 Shield/case
13 not used
NOTE- The AES3 inputs are permanently terminated with 110 Ohm.
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(External view of the con-
nector)

Installation | Pin AssignmentEN-16 Manual | TouchMonitor TM7/TM9
24V-1A (4-pin locking low voltage connector, Typ Binder 710)
Pin: Function:
1 - 2 +24 V DC
3 - 4 0 V
NOTE - An external overcurrent protective device (2 A max.) shall be
installed when using an external 24 V DC power supply!
GP IO (RJ-11 6P6C socket)
External control of functions defined in the Global Keyboard menu.
Pin: Function:
1 GND
2 - 6 Function acc. to definition in the menu
Pin 2
Pin 1
Pin 3
Pin 4
(External view of the connector)
AES3idIn/Out1-4,AES3idIn/Out5-8,3G-SDI(unbalanced,BNC-F)
Pin: Function:
Pin: Signal
Ring: Shield/case
NOTE -The AES3id inputs and the 3G-SDI inputs are permanently ter-
minated with 75 Ohm.
USB-A
2 Full Speed USB 2.0 interfaces for the connection of USB sticks (Licence hand-
ling, presets, updates) and an external mouse or Wacom® tablet
VGA (15-pin Sub-D-F)
Pin: Function:
1 R | Video signal
2 G |
3 B |
4-8 GND
9 +5 V
10-11 GND
12 SDA
13 H-sync
14 V-sync
15 SCI
NOTE -The VGA cable shell not exceed 10 to 15 lenght!
LAN
RJ-45 standard network connector (10/100 MBit)
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(External view of the connector)
(External view of
the connector)
PinAssignment(continued)
(External view of the
AES3id connector)
(External view of the
3G-SDI connector)

EN-17Manual | TouchMonitor TM7/TM9 Getting Started | System Start-up
EN
Getting Started
SystemStart-up
Before connecting the TouchMonitor to the power supply, please
make sure, that the following connections are made according to
your individual needs:
• Analogand/ordigitalaudioinputsignals
• Digitaloutputs
• Optionalexternalstandard16:9VGAmonitor
• OptionalUSBmouse
• LAN/Ethernet
• Powersupply
When the TouchMonitor is connected to the power supply, it will ini-
tiate its system startup sequence. After the boot-up the unit is ready
for use.
We assume that you are starting your TouchMonitor for the first time.
You now should make some global settings to adopt the unit to your
audio system. After this short procedure you can create your first pre-
set to work with.

Getting Started | Adapt the TouchMonitor to your Audio SystemEN-18 Manual | TouchMonitor TM7/TM9
4.
5.
Adapt the TouchMonitor to your Audio System
The description below leads you through the main steps of the global settings to configure the TouchMonitor once for the use with your audio
system. These settings are not altered by loading new presets.
1. If not visible, touch the empty space of the screen to display the
control bar.
1.
2.
3.
2. Touch the Menu key in the right section of the control bar to
access the menu system showing the Main Menu.
4. If needed, touch Language and select your language in the right
half of the menu. The selection will be shown on the Language key.
4.
3. Touch the System key. This will access the System Menu. The
General sub menu will be active (marked in the control bar).
5. Touch the Audio button in the left section of the control bar to
open the Audio sub menu.