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Introduction!5!
Virtual Tape Machines!6!
Machine Types!6!
Tape Types!6!
Tape Speed!6!
Tape Bias!7!
Virtual Tape Machines - Overview!8!
Front Panel!8!
Settings Panels!9!
Virtual Tape Machines - Quick Start!10!
Grouping!11!
Using Groups!11!
Isolating the Gain Stage from a Group!12!
Automating VTM Groups!12!
Frequently Asked Questions!13!
How hard should the tape be hit?!13!
What is the preferred order of processing?!13!
Advanced Settings!15!
Calibration Levels!15!
Default Calibration!15!
VU Average Position & Sound!16!
Noise Reduction!16!
Bass Alignment!16!
Wow & Flutter!17!

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Hiss Automute!17!
VU Ballistics!17!
Using Key Commands!17!
Preset Bar!18!
Saving a Preset!18!
Preset Options Panel!18!
Navigating Presets!18!
Snapshot Slots!18!
Hide Reels!18!
Installation!19!
Redeeming Your iLok License!19!
Installing Virtual Tape Machines!19!
System Requirements!20!
3rd Party iLok License Transfer Fee!20!
Contacting Support!21!
User System and Hardware Information Log!21!
Making the Virtual Tape Machines!22

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By Steven Slate!
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