Solid State Logic AWS V4 Logictivity User manual

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Installation uide
This booklet contains practical information for the safe installation of this apparatus.
For operational information please refer to the User uide.
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Contents
1. Exchanging the Monitor PROM
2. Enabling the AWS Logictivity features on your console
3. Install the latest AWS900 or AWS900+ software
4. Install the ipMIDI driver and Logictivity browser
5. Software Installation (Macintosh)
6. Software Installation (PC)
7. Make and configure the network connection
8. Direct Network Configuration (Macintosh)
9. Direct Network Configuration (PC)
10. Enabling ipMIDI on your AWS
11. Finding the console using the AWS Remote application
12. Setting your workstation(s) to communicate via ipMIDI
13. Network troubleshooting
14. Larger Networks
15. Assigning the AWS900+ IP Address
16. SSL Logictivity Badge
17. Licence

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Safety Considerations
This page contains definitions, warnings, and practical information to ensure a safe working environment.
Please take time to read this section before installing or using this unit. Please do not dispose of these instructions.
General Safety
• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Adjustments or alterations to this apparatus may affect the performance such
that safety and/or international compliance standards may no longer be met.
• This apparatus is equipped with a headphone socket – excessive sound pressure
from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.
Caution
• Hazardous voltages may be present inside this apparatus.
• Do not operate this apparatus with the covers removed.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than
that contained in these Installation Instructions unless you are qualified to do
so. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel and ensure that all power
cords are disconnected when servicing this apparatus.
Power Safety
• Multiple power cords may be supplied with this unit – use only the power cord
appropriate to your local power wiring. Alternative power cords may be used if
rated 2.5A or above and fitted with a 3-pin IEC320 connector.
• An external over-current protection device is required to protect the wiring to this
apparatus. This protection device must be installed according to current wiring
regulations. In certain countries this function is supplied by use of a fused plug.
• If an extension power cable or adaptor is used, ensure that the total power
rating of the power cable and/or adaptor is not exceeded.
• An external disconnect device is required for this apparatus. The appliance
coupler is a suitable disconnect device. The appliance coupler shall remain
readily operable.
• The power socket used for this apparatus should be located nearby and be
easily accessible.
• Unplug this apparatus during an electrical storm or when unused for long periods
of time.
• All power cords must be disconnected to isolate this apparatus completely.

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Un-pack
There are two variants of the V4 Logictivity upgrade kit. One for the original AWS900 Classic Console and one for
the AWS900+ Console. Depending on the model of console your V4 Logictivity Upgrade box should contain the
following:
AWS900 Classic 4 Logictivity Upgrade Kit - SSL Pt No 70930SE3
1 off PLCC Removal Tool
1 off Programmed Monitor PROM
1 off V4 Software Licence Serial No
1 off Logictivity Licence Serial No
1 off Console SSL Logictivity Badge
1 off Upgrade Instructions — this document
AWS900+ 4 Logictivity Upgrade Kit - SSL Pt No 70930SE4
1 off V4 Software Licence Serial No
1 off Logictivity Licence Serial No
1 off Console SSL Logictivity Badge
1 off Upgrade Instructions — this document
To see the images shown in this booklet in full colour please visit the AWS Documention section of our website:
http://www.solidstatelogic.com/support/consoles/aws/documentation.asp

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the AWS V4 Logictivity upgrade for your AWS console. After installation your system will
benefit from the full range of AWS900+ SE V4 features. These include:
Logictivity browser allowing renaming of scribble strips, external sources, mixes, and TR setups as well as
providing fast, reliable archiving and restoration of automation and TR setups over Ethernet.
Two switchable workstation layers with transport lock.
A-FADA mode where motorised analogue faders follow DAW Automation data.
Total Recall Autoscan and Autodetect.
MIDI over Ethernet driver (ipMIDI). This driver eliminates the need for a remote MIDI interface between your AWS
console and workstation.
AUTO CUE option for talkback, listen mic and red light switch.
Monitor volume control calibration for film mixing and fine gain control options.
Solo boost and Solo isolate.
Seperate EFX and CHOP selection allows channel output to be sourced pre-fader while the EFX system feeds the
track busses to generate stereo headphone mixes.
Single layer DAW mode allows two DAWs to be configured on the same layer, giving parallel access to both
machines.
IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
Before attempting the upgrade, please read these instructions in full to ensure that you have sufficient time,
technical skills and the required crossover RJ45 network cable to complete the upgrade. If you would prefer an SSL
technician to complete the upgrade, please contact your local SSL distributor or office.

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1. Exchanging the Monitor PROM
The exchange of the CPU card’s Monitor PROM is only necessary on AWS 900 Classic consoles. The Monitor PROM
on the AWS 900+ CPU already incorporates AWS Logictivity support.
The instructions on exchanging the Monitor PROM are intended for technically competent personnel. To
reduce the risk of electric shock do not perform the upgrade unless you are competent to do so. If you
would prefer an SSL technician to complete the upgrade, please contact your local SSL distributor or
office.
Disconnect the power cord before removing any panels or modules.
Take basic antistatic precautions. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components, even
if you cannot feel, see, or hear it.
Please note that the console will not boot fully after the new Monitor PROM is installed. However, the console’s
processor will boot into a basic download mode allowing the new SE Logictivity software to be transferred.
1) rasp an exposed metal part of the AWS chassis with your bare hand to discharge any static charge you may have
accumulated.
2) Unplug the mains power cord at the rear of the console. Wait 10 seconds to allow any residual charge in the
console’s electronics to decay.
3) Working from the rear, using the Pozidrive screw driver supplied with the console, remove the four screws securing
the top trim. Remove the top trim.

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4) Using the Pozidrive screwdriver, remove the four screws securing meter panel 17-24 in position. Tilt the panel
forward slightly and lift the panel out of its slot. Lay the panel onto channels 17-24. It is not necessary to unplug
any of the meter panel’s connections.
5) On consoles shipped prior to the 3rd November 2005 (serial numbers AWS001 – 144 approximately) a screening
plate covered the AWS900’s CPU card. Remove this screening plate taking care not to drop any screws into the
console.

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6) The AWS900’s CPU card will now be visible. With the help of the picture below locate the card’s Monitor PROM in
PCB location CD.
7) Using the supplied PLCC IC puller, remove the existing PROM. Squeeze the tool to align its hooks with the slots
in opposite corners of the socket. Insert the hooks fully, squeeze gently, and pull the IC straight out of the socket.

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8) Note the key (angled corner) on the replacement Monitor PROM. Align the replacement PROM to match the key
on the socket. Carefully ensure correct orientation of the IC then press in place. Excessive force should not be
necessary.
9) Follow steps 3, 4 and 5 in reverse to reassemble the console.
10) Reconnect the mains power cord on switch on. The processor will now be in a download mode waiting for the
AWS900 V4 software to be transferred via MIDI. The console will not boot fully until the new software is installed.

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2. Enabling the A S V4 Logictivity features on your console
1) Your update kit contains two licence strings, one for Logictivity and one for V4 software, both licences must be
registered before downloading software.
2) Find the console’s serial number. The serial number label is located on the rear of the console adjacent to the mains
power inlet connector. The serial number starts with the letters AWS followed by a three digit number. Make a note
of the number for the registration process (e.g. if the serial number is AWS293, note 293).
3) If you have not registered your console on-line (or you have forgotten your username), complete the on-line
registration:
http://update.solid-state-logic.com/update/public/newuser.jsp
4) Navigate to the on-line update page:
http://update.solid-state-logic.com/update/public/
Select the ‘Activate logictivity’ option. Enter your login details and when prompted, enter your Logictivity activation
code and the numerical element of your console’s serial number previously noted.
5) Return to the on-line update page, select the ‘Activate V4’ option. When prompted, enter your V4 activation code
and the numerical element of your console’s serial number previously noted.
Note: The activation code can only be used once. Please ensure that you enter the correct serial number.

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3. Installing the V4 software update
1) After successfully activating both licences follow the link below and download the software .jar file, the release
notes and either the Macintosh or Windows support files, as required. The software is packaged as a 3MB
(approximately) Java archive file. The file format is compatible with both PC and Macintosh (OS X only) platforms.
http://update.solid-state-logic.com/update/public/downloadrelease.jsp
2) Check that your host computer has the correct version of Java installed.
PC users: Ensure that you have the latest version of Java installed (this can be downloaded from
http://www.java.com).
Mac users: Java is included with OSX. Run your OSX Software Update to ensure that Java version 5 or above is
installed on your Mac. You will also need a Java Library Extension which can be downloaded from
http://www.mandolane.co.uk.
For Intel based Mac download Mandolane MIDI SPI. Open the downloaded zip file and drag the
libMandoMidiJNILib.jar and libMandoMidiJNILib.jnilib files to your /Library/Java/Extensions folder.
Please note that Mandolane make a small charge for the library extension.
For Power PC based machines download Plumstone. Open the downloaded zip file and drag the plumstoneserv.jar
file to your /Library/Java/Extensions folder.
You may be warned that the file cannot be moved because extensions cannot be modified. In this case click on
“Authenticate” and enter your Mac OSX admin password.
3) Ensure that your AWS is powered and connected to the MIDI port on your workstation. Close all current applications
on your workstation.

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4) Double click on the AWS Software Update file. You should see the SSL AWS Software Update window appear.
5) o to the In MIDI Port menu. From the drop down list, select the MIDI IN port which is connected to MIDI port 1
on your AWS console. In the example shown below this was port 1 on an 8 port interface. If the list is empty, check
that you have installed the files detailed in step 2.
6) o to the Out MIDI Port menu. From the drop down list, select the MIDI out port which is connected to MIDI port
1 on your AWS console.
Note that some Power PC based Macintosh computers will show all MIDI Inputs at the top of the list, MIDI Outputs
at the bottom. You must scroll to the middle of the list to see the MIDI out ports.

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7) Click on the ‘Test’ button. This will transmit a packet of data to the AWS console which then in turn should return
an acknowledge packet back to the computer. If the test was successful the message 'Comms test passed, now
use send' will be displayed. If the test fails you should check that the correct MIDI port has been selected and
repeat the test.
8) Once you have established a valid connection click on the ‘Send’ button. The new code will now be transferred
to memory on the CPU card. This process will take approximately 40 minutes due to the slow data transfer rate
of MIDI and the error checking of each packet transmitted. A progress bar and transfer counter will be displayed
on screen to enable you to observe the transfer progress.
Note: Disable any power management features on your computer which may cause the computer to suspend
operation and abort the transfer.

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9) Once the code has been successfully transferred click on the ‘Save’ button to store the new software – this takes
approximately 60 seconds. A progress bar allows you to observe the saving process. During this time it is important
that power to AWS is not interrupted. To enable new software to be written into flash memory AWS must first erase
the current software. If this process is interrupted by a power failure the AWS will be left with no valid software.
In this state AWS will be unable to re-boot. Should this happen the AWS CPU will default to a MIDI download state
and you will have to repeat the download process.
10) Once the software has been saved a ‘Please Re-Power Your Console’ message will appear.
11) Switch power off, wait 10 seconds, and then reapply power to reboot your console.

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4. Support software installation (Macintosh)
AWS Remote
Mount the AWS924-948Remote.dmg disk image and open it. Drag the enclosed AWS Remote application to the
Applications folder, then to the Dock or any other convenient location.
ipMIDI
Mount the ipMIDI.dmg disk image and open it. Double click on the ipMIDI.pkg file to run the installation program.
Note that you will be asked to log out and in again once you have completed the installation. Once you have
logged back in open Audio MIDI Setup and double click on the ipMIDI icon. Set the number of MIDI ports to 12 in
the resulting pop-up.
If you are upgrading an older copy of ipMIDI you must uninstall it before running the installer. To uninstall ipMIDI
simply delete:
/Library/Audio/MIDI Drivers/ipMIDIDriver.bundle
You should empty the Trash after deleting the .bundle file before running the installer.
System Requirements for your workstation computer:
AWS Remote is a Java application. It will run under Java Version 5 or higher.
ipMIDI is compatible with Macintosh
OS X 10.4.x tiger / 10.5.x leopard / 10.6.x snow leopard (universal binary)

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5. Support software installation (PC)
AWS Remote
Open the Windows support files package and copy the AWS924-928Remote.exe file to the Program Files folder (or
any other convenient location) then create a shortcut to it on your desktop and/or task bar. Double clicking on this
will launch the AWS Remote program.
ipMIDI
Run the setupipmidi_1.8.exe application (note that the last part of the name may change depending on the version
you are installing) by double clicking on it. Note that you will have to restart the computer at the end of the setup
process. Once the computer has restarted right click on the ipMIDI icon in the task bar and set the number of MIDI
ports to 12 in the resulting pop-up.
If you are upgrading an older copy of ipMIDI you must uninstall it (using Add/Remove programs) before running
the installer.
System Requirements for your workstation computer:
AWS Remote is a Java application. It will run under Java Version 5 or higher.
ipMIDI is compatible with Windows 2000 (maximum 9 MIDI ports), XP and Vista.

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6. Make and configure the network connection
The AWS Logictivity software is designed to communicate with your workstation over Ethernet using the ipMIDI
driver to emulate a multiport MIDI interface. The ipMIDI driver enables your workstation to send and receive MIDI
control data via a network connection. Using Ethernet ensures the fastest possible communication between your
workstation computer and AWS. This network connection is essential if you wish to benefit from all of the new SE
features. The standard installation uses an RJ45 crossover network cable (not supplied) to connect the console’s
network connector directly to a separate network port on your workstation computer using the console’s default
fixed IP address of 192.168.1.2. Note that many computer adaptor cards may autosense a direct connection
negating the need for a crossover cable. If you are unsure whether your workstation computer’s network adapter
has this functionality, please use a crossover rather than a pin to pin cable.
It is possible to connect AWS to a larger network which incorporates multiple computers and to enable dynamic
(DHCP) addressing. These configurations need special consideration. Please see the notes at the end of these
instructions for details.

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7. Direct network configuration (Macintosh)
Please note that currently OS X does not allow two ports to be used for IP traffic. As such, the connection to your
main network will not be available while the AWS is connected.
To simplify the process of switching between networks, it is recommended that you create a new network Location
for the AWS900 in network preferences. Another Location ('Internet', for example) could be created to enable
connection to the internet. This would use the network settings provided by your Internet Service Provider or
network administrator. You can easily switch between network Locations by going to the Apple Menu and scrolling
down to Location.
Using an RJ45 cable, make a direct network connection between the network port on your AWS to a network port
on your workstation computer and check that the IP address is set to FIXED in the console's SSL/MISC/NET menu.
Open System Preferences and click on Network. Create a new location by clicking where it says Location, scroll
down to Edit Locations and click the '+' sign. Name the new location AWS900.