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1. EQ Levels Gain Polarity Delay Limiters EQ XOVER AUX Figure 5 1 EQ Levels Overview Modules super modules and groups use the EQ Levels interface to present gain polarity delay limiter EQ crossover and auxiliary output parameters to the sound engineer When adjusting any of these parameters from a module the sound engineer makes changes to a single module on the network When adjusting any of these parameters from a group the sound engineer makes changes simultaneously to a group of modules on the network This chapter provides a menu reference for EQ Levels functionality which can be accessed from multiple locations within the Controller V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 69 EQ Levels Menu Reference 5 1 5 1 2 EQ Levels Overview General Access The EQ Levels button accesses the following information e Module and group parametric EQ PEQ e Module and group graphic EQ GEQ e Module and group levels gain delays limiters etc e Module crossovers and HPF LPF Contour or HPF LPF only Mesa EQ The EQ Levels functions can be accessed by several methods from the following menu locations e Home Tap a module group icon once e Modules Select a module group icon then tap the EQ Levels button e Groups Select a module group icon then tap the EQ Levels button e Solo Mute Select a modu
2. 18 4 2 18 4 3 Worksheet Navigation and Data Entry To navigate to the worksheets select one of the Design tabs at the top of the screen External Keyboard Entry For fast data entry via the Designer Worksheet an external keyboard should be attached Use the arrow keys to navigate around the cells of the worksheet and enter values and data using the keyboard The data of the current cell will be verified and updated when you move to the next cell Cut Copy Paste functionality between cells in the worksheet is available using the following keyboard shortcuts e Ctrl X Cut e Ctrl C Copy e Ctrl V Paste Onscreen Keyboard Entry If a keyboard is not attached you may select a cell using the touch screen 1 Single tap selects the cell 2 Double tap displays the onscreen keyboard to allow you to enter the data Note Cell Cut Copy Paste functionality is not available without an external keyboard attached Xover Aux Design Loudspeaker Modules Only The Xover Aux screens provide access to HPF and LPF frequencies and types including crossovers along with output EQ filters and types The abbreviated codes for this data are listed here with descriptions HPF and LPF Types The same HPF LPF Crossover types are allowed via data entry as are allowed via the HPF LPF Crossover scroll bars on the Xover page The following HPF LPF types are available for the lowest output HPF and highest output LPF V5 1 DRAFT VERSIO
3. Accesses the submenu that provides grouping functions Groups are a powerful component of the Controller allowing you to group any number of modules into logical partitions Groups provide EQ level control across the set of modules that are assigned to the given group Accesses the submenu that provides solo and mute functionality The solo mute controls allow you to solo modules and groups and also provide a mode to allow soloing for multiple modules and groups Accesses the submenu that provides page functions You can add pages label pages and move groups and modules between the pages that you create Accesses the submenu that provides user preferences These functions include contexts delay units designer mode functions keyboard shortcuts MIDI graphic options and show mode Accesses the submenu that provides icon control You can change the size of icons and change to the meter icon view Accesses the submenu that provides network functions You can select between available networks and access multiple Controller functions Quits the Controller application You are prompted to confirm this operation The menu reference chapters that follow this chapter provide detailed reference for each of the top level functions on the Home button bar 66 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Accessing EQ Levels from Home 4 1 Accessing EQ Levels from Home When the Dolby Lake Controller displays the
4. Available crossover EQ filters for the LP3way are MaxPeak Activated 10 EQ Filters Highpass Filter MaxPeak Deactivated 15 EQ Filters Highpass Filter Note The Classic Linear Phase 2 Way 1 Aux Classic Linear Phase 3 Way and Classic 3 Auxiliary Outputs modules can be used in any combination on modules A and B 166 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Mesa EQ Module 8 3 3 Linear Phase Brick Wall 4 Way The Linear Phase Brick Wall 4 Way LP4way uses the processing power of two modules to create extra steep crossovers Module 4 B LP4way Base Config No Base Cfg LF4way AES Out 1 2345 CobrabMet Out 1 253 145 Analog Gut 1 2345 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 167 Module File Types 8 4 Mesa EQ Module The Mesa EQ module type is abbreviated as MEq on the module icon The default signal path for a Mesa EQ module is shown here po Mesa EG AES Out 6 Cobrahlet Out 6 Analog Out 6 The Mesa EQ module provides an eight channel input mixer in addition to the other signal processing functions previously detailed in this chapter Instead of a crossover display the Mesa EQ has an HPF LPF display for inserting and configuring lowpass and highpass filters 168 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Chapter 9 9 1 Groups Menu Reference Groups provide powerful control over all modules in a system Modules can be assigned to multiple
5. Use the relevant buttons to change the clock selection digital gain offset analog input headroom settings The Gain Offset feature allows you to fine tune the gain between different digital and analog signals to allow for a seamless transition between the signal sources The last item on the left side of the I O Config page allows you to remotely control Iso Float This powerful feature allows you to troubleshoot grounding issues remotely from the Controller Analog Iso Float Status VO Card 1 Analog Inputs O Card 2 Analog Inputs 5 8 Floating Floating SC Enabled SC Enabled VO Card 3 Analog Outputs VO Card 4 Analog Outputs 5 8 Floating Floating SC Enabled SC Enabled set the Iso Float switch on the Dolby Lake 2 The Analog Iso Float Status window shows you the current state of the Processor hardware and allows you to make changes to the grounding state of each analog converter card when the software control function has been enabled After closing the Analog Iso Float Status pop up window return to the Main page by tapping the Home button Note CobraNet functions are available only when a CobraNet card is installed V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 43 Dolby Lake Controller Tutorial 3 3 7 Dante Dante audio networking technology from Audinate provides a hassle free digital audio networking solution for the Dolby Lake Processor with extremely reliable sample acc
6. Base Config Analog Out Base Config The right side of the I O Config page scrolls up and down to view all module block diagrams 2 Tap any black space within the block diagram area and drag up or down to scroll As you scroll down you can see the Mesa EQ block diagrams as well The I O Config page is interactive each blue processing block can be selected to directly access the relevant screen in the software Each block diagram has a front end input mixer V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 37 Dolby Lake Controller Tutorial 3 Tap any one of the four inputs of the My 3 Way module to access the input mixer Module A Input Mix Analog Analog Analog Adjust the value of each input using the fader or via keyboard entry Use the a J ON OFF buttons to connectidisconnect inputs for this module 38 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Modules and Frames Loudspeaker processor modules have a fully functional four input mixer that allows you to combine any of the four inputs as required for your particular application Mesa EQ modules have an eight input mixer for combining inputs da EERIE ap Module C Input Mix A Analog Analog Analog Analog AES AES AES AES No Clock No Clock No Clock No Clock Adjust the value of each input using the fader or via keyboard entry Use the ON OFF buttons to connect disconnect inputs for 2 J this module 4 Tap the exit but
7. Dolby Lake Controller File Types Table 3 3 Dolby Lake Controller File Types Contour Base Configuration File cbm A base configuration file defines a starting point for the module setup It can contain EQ crossover and level settings that can be hidden or protected from end user adjustment The result of all EO levels and crossover settings for the module and any group that it belongs to can be combined and stored in the base configuration file These files store all information contained in the base configuration file plus user settings for each module including the mute states levels gain delay and limiters and equalization filters and EQ overlays This file stores recalls all information contained within all Contour or Mesa single module files on a given network and additionally includes generic frame data and all group assignments and settings To save a system configuration file 1 2 3 4 Tap Home Tap System Store Recall to display the scroll bar Tap the Store System button to display the onscreen keyboard Name the system configuration Example and tap OK The system configuration is stored and the file is displayed in the scroll bar V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 63 Dolby Lake Controller Tutorial 3 8 5 Tap the Example file to select it This activates all recall and store options on the System Store Recall button bar i JECA lo
8. Dolby Lake Controller Tutorial Input 1 Input 2 Input 3 Input 4 Input 6 Input 6 Input 7 Input 6 Orange buttons selected type source clock Use blue buttons to change settings From this interface you can allocate which input is used for each input channel of the Input Mixer and in which order up to four inputs should auto select failover for each input channel The input Autoselect feature allows you to set up a redundant system The Processor will attempt to use the first signal If the first signal is unavailable it will try the second third and fourth signals Tapping Display Details allows control of digital clock selection digital gain offsets and analog input headroom 42 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Modules and Frames Input Configuration Display Input Details Mutes Input 1 Input 2 Input 3 Input 4 ist 2nd Nara 4th ist 2nd ara J 4th ist 2nd 3rd 4th ist 2nd A 3rd Analog Ch 1 Analog Ch 2 Analog Ch 3 Analog Ch 4 Analog Input Headroom RMS Analog Input Headroom RMS Analog Input Headroom RMS Analog Input Headroom RMS Input 5 Input 6 Input 7 Input 8 AESS Ch 5 AES3 Ch 6 AESA Ch 7 AES4 Ch 8 Digital Clock Primary No Clock Digital Clock Primary No Clock Digital Clock Primary No Clock Digital Clock Primary No Clock Se me aM Moe Digital Gain Offset dB Digital Gain Offset dB Digital Gain Offset dB Digital Gain Offset dB
9. Functional Reference Guide Disable Enable Unused Output Channels To completely hide a levels meter fader set the name of fader to Unused 1 Navigate to the relevant module Levels page 2 Tap Label Channel then tap the mute label button of the relevant channel 3 Type Unused and tap OK The meter and fader will be invisible on the software Controller and the meter is also disabled on the front panel of the Dolby Lake Processor To enable the channel again change the channel label to something other than Unused Set Hide View Only Status for All Levels Screens This function affects all Levels screens in the current system configuration 1 From Home tap User Preferences 2 Tap Global Access then tap Levels Hide or Levels View Only The selected button is illuminated orange Additional Designer Mode Functions Switch between Designer Mode and User Mode To access Designer Mode 1 From Home tap User Preferences then tap Designer Mode 2 Enter the password if set and tap OK To switch to User Mode 1 From Home tap User Preferences The Designer Mode button is orange when Designer Mode is active 2 Tap Designer Mode The Designer Mode button is now blue Designer Mode is inactive Lock and Password Protect a Module or Base Configuration Locking a module or base configuration enables access security such as hiding EQ overlays setting Xover screens to View Only and disabling level functions The Label
10. 12 3 12 3 1 12 3 2 Delay Units The units used for setting delay levels defaults to milliseconds This menu provides the option for values to be entered and viewed in feet and meters Tap the relevant button to change to your required default setting Delay calculations in meters and in feet are performed with the speed of sound being 343 6 meters per second This is the speed of sound as calculated for an ambient temperature of 20 degrees Celsius Designer Functions Designer functions provide a gateway to Designer Mode an advanced mode of the Dolby Lake Controller that provides the engineer with the ability to secure various aspects of the user interface Change Password The Change Password function is active only when Designer Mode is on It allows a system designer to password protect access to Designer Mode Designer Mode Tap the Designer Mode button to toggle Designer Mode on orange and off blue With Designer Mode on the user can access and adjust additional functions throughout the system including e Global and Individual Overlay access security settings e Crossover and HPF LPF access security settings e Hidden channels e Factory settings and Level Limits When Designer Mode is active the text Designer Mode is displayed on the status bar of the Controller Designer Mode Select the required Designer Preferences 180 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Graphics 12
11. Conrected to LakeCTR5253_0001 au Signal Strength Excellent twork Connections IE Documenti Mic 2 3 7 Confirming Wireless Operation of the Dolby Lake Controller To confirm wireless operation 1 Double tap the Dolby Lake Controller icon to start the software If you have more than one network adapter enabled the Select Network Adapter dialog box will be displayed select Wireless Network Adapter 2 Tap No when asked whether to recall the last configuration A brief re sync message will appear for each Dolby Lake Processor on your network confirming that your network connection is operating properly 3 Tap Modules Each online Processor is represented on the module scroll bar as two module icons surrounded by a frame 4 Tap Quit Controller to exit 20 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual PC Networking Setup 2 3 8 Using Dante in conjunction with wireless data control or low bandwidth devices Dante Digital Audio Networking technology requires a 100Mbit s network to operate and therefore cannot operate via a wireless transmitter receiver However it is likely in a Dolby Lake network that wireless control of the Dolby Lake Processors is required on the same network that is transmitting and receiving Dante digital audio signals To achieve this you must configure the Ethernet switch on the boundary of the wireless network to filter Dante traffic from reaching the 10Mbit s Access Point or othe
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13. DO DOLBY Dolby Lake Controller Manual Issue 5 Part Number 911002 DRAFT VERSION For users of software v 5 1 Dolby Laboratories Inc Corporate Headquarters Dolby Laboratories Inc 100 Potrero Avenue San Francisco CA 94103 4813 USA Telephone 415 558 0200 Fax 415 863 1373 www dolby com European Headquarters Dolby Laboratories Inc Wootton Bassett Wiltshire SN4 8QJ England Telephone 44 1793 842100 Fax 44 1793 842101 DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURED BY DOLBY LABORATORIES IS WARRANTED AGAINST DEFECTS IN MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP FOR A PERIOD OF ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OF NONINFRINGEMENT OF THIRD PARTY RIGHTS INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO COPYRIGHT AND PATENT RIGHTS LIMITATION OF LIABILITY IT IS UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED THAT DOLBY LABORATORIES LIABILITY WHETHER IN CONTRACT IN TORT UNDER ANY WARRANTY IN NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE SHALL NOT EXCEED THE COST OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE DEFECTIVE COMPONENTS OR ACCUSED INFRINGING DEVICES AND UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL DOLBY LABORATORIES BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL SPECIAL DIRECT INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGE TO SOFTWARE OR RECORDED AUDIO OR VISUAL MATERIAL COST OF DEFENSE OR LOSS OF USE REVENUE OR PROFIT EVEN IF DOLBY LABORATORIES OR ITS AGENTS H
14. Note Although this tutorial uses Local Area Connection as an example the principles also apply to Wireless Network Connection I Network Connections File Edit wiew Favorites Tools Advanced Help Back gt Y Lp Search 1 Folders bbs Es x LAN or High Speed Internet Local Area Wireless Network Connection Connection 12 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual PC Networking Setup 3 Select Internet Protocol TCP IP and tap the Properties button AL Local Area Connection Properties General Authentication Advanced Connect usin BS 3Com 32920 Integrated Fast Ethernet Controller 3C 305C This connection uses the following items W E Client for Microsoft Networks w im File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks QoS Packet Scheduler ne internet Protocol TCP IP Install Unmetall Properties Description Tranemission Control FrotocolIntermet Protocol The default Wide area network protocol that provides communication across diverse interconnected networks IW Show icon in notification area when connected 4 Select Use the following IP address then enter a Class A B or C fixed IP Address and appropriate subnet mask Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties ajx General ou can get IF settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capability Othenwise you need to ask your network administrator for t
15. Table 15 1 Out of Sync Notifications Callout Explanation A red disc behind the module icon indicates that the module is out of sync NN Flashing Use data on Processors button Flashing Use data in Computer button NN A warning message appears that is visible from any screen in the system 15 3 3 Updating All Processors with Computer Settings To update all Dolby Lake Processors with the information stored in the computer 1 From the Home menu tap the flashing Use data in Computer button 2 Tap Yes on the warning message to confirm the action Note This option may result in an audible effect as the data in the Processors will be overwritten with the data stored in the computer 196 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Synchronization 15 3 4 15 3 5 Updating the Controller with Processor Settings To update the Dolby Lake Controller with the information stored in the Dolby Lake Processors 1 From the Home menu tap the flashing Use data on Processors button 2 Tap Yes on the warning message to confirm the action Note Audio will not change if this option is selected Synchronizing the Dolby Lake Controller and Processors In the following example the module became out of sync due to a power interruption on the processor while the PEQ1 overlay was being updated using the Controller Figure 15 2 shows an example of the Controller Settings view along with letters marking important infor
16. s most important module features It also includes some functions that relate to both base configuration and module files such as Level Limits Use the same Designer Mode tutorial system configuration from earlier in this chapter Ensure you are in Designer Mode and that the base configuration is unlocked before proceeding For Mesa EQ modules use the only output available on each module and ignore the steps regarding crossovers To add PEQ and set the overlay to View Only Navigate to the PEQ1 page of module A Add a high shelf filter gain 10 dB frequency 10 kHz bandwidth 3 00 Tap Overlay Functions then Overlay Properties Bees oN e Tap Overlay View Only illuminates orange To add GEQ and hide the overlay 1 Tap GEQ2 2 Reduce the 125 Hz filter by 6 dB 3 Tap Overlay Hide illuminates orange Note When an EQ overlay is hidden the effect its filters have on the overall EQ curve is not visible in User Mode or when the module is locked To remove an unused channel meter and fader not applicable for Mesa EQ 1 Tap the Levels tab 2 Tap Label Channel V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 221 Designer Mode Reference 3 Tap the Mute Label button of output 3 4 Type unused and tap OK To lock the module 1 Tap Home then Modules 2 Tap the icon for module A to select it 3 Tap Label amp Lock then Set Mod Password 4 Type demo then tap OK 5 Type demo again to co
17. 4 Tap between the center and right dividing lines and drag to the right This spreads the filter points creating a variable width flat top The same principle applies to the high frequency edge right side 6 Tap and drag between the center two divider lines to change the frequency 58 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Crossovers 3 5 Crossovers The Dolby Lake Controller when used in conjunction with Contour loudspeaker modules allows real time adjustments to crossovers through the Xover screen Crossover frequency and type and post crossover equalization can be adjusted In the default three way configuration the Contour module has 24 dB Linkwitz Riley crossovers with center frequencies set at 250 Hz and 1 6 kHz Tap the Xover tab to view the crossover interface Levels XOVER P The low output crossover is selected in this example Use the crossover tool to change the center frequency The low and high parts of the crossover are currently combined Tap the Crossover Split button to split the crossover and drag the crossover selector tool left to reduce the frequencies sent to the low output Parametric filters with the exception of the Mesa filter can be added to further modify the crossover Add a parametric filter near the center frequency of the low output crossover V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 59 Dolby Lake Controller Tutorial 3 6 The f
18. 64 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Chapter 4 Home Menu Reference This chapter provides detailed information on the top level structure of the Dolby Lake Controller button bar located at the bottom of every display within the software When the Controller starts the Main page All page and Home button bar are displayed Tap a button below to configure the system select a Module or Group above to EQ and set Levels No Configuration a system User Icon Quit gt aT ae Store Recall Modules Groups polo Mu Pages Ai Preferences Control _ Network AE Controller Undo From the Home button bar you can navigate to every possible user interface display and function provided by the Controller Table 4 1 provides a description of each button V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 65 Home Menu Reference Table 4 1 Home Button Bar Available from every display of the Dolby Lake Controller the Home button returns you to the top level display Accesses the submenu that provides functionality for storing and recalling system configuration files File utilities are also provided for creating renaming and deleting files and folders Accesses the submenu that provides module functions This is one of the most extensive menus within the Controller allowing you to access modules super modules EQ levels I O Config labeling locking copying pasting removing recalling and storing
19. Classic Crossovers Auxiliary Outputs This section describes the available combinations of Classic crossovers and shows the default signal path for each configuration Classic 2 1 2 Way 3 Way and 3 Auxiliary modules may be used in any combination on the Dolby Lake Processor Linear Phase 2 Way and 3 Way modules may also be loaded in any combination with Classic crossover modules Classic 3 1 4 Way 5 Way and 6 Way modules consume more than one module s worth of processing In most cases the remaining outputs of the Processor can be configured to provide other crossovers and auxiliary outputs Stereo Classic 2 Way Auxiliary Outputs The CL2w 1a module provides an auxiliary output that can be driven by the post input EQ signal or its own independent input mix By default the auxiliary output is driven by the post input EQ signal 158 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Classic Crossovers Auxiliary Outouts If you switch the auxiliary channel to receive input from its own input mixer the auxiliary channel will no longer be muted by the module input mute control The auxiliary channel can be muted by the channel s output mute control Frame D Base Config No Base Cfg AES Out 2 3 CobraNet Out 1 2 3 Analog Out 1 2 3 To change the auxiliary output to receive its own independent input mix tap the switch selector box labeled Post EQ V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manu
20. Subnet Mask Front 1 0Mbit Back 1 OMbit LUD Brightness LED Brightness Viewing Angle Threshald Temp Temperature 45 5 formal ID Firmware Product Model The description and model number for the selected processor MAC Address The MAC address is the unique Ethernet address of the selected processor 138 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual I O Contig 7 2 9 IP Address Config This field is set by default to Auto Zero Conf It can also be set to Auto DHCP if a DHCP server is used or to Fixed IP Address The Internet protocol IP address identifies which processor is sending or receiving information Subnet Mask The subnet mask is used for IP address routing the default setting is 255 255 0 0 when Auto Zero Conf is selected Front 10Mbit This setting forces the front Ethernet port to 10 Mbps Back 10Mbit This setting forces the back EtherCon Ethernet port to 10 Mbps LCD Brightness The value between 0 dim and 10 bright adjusts the brightness of LCDs on the front panel LED Brightness The value between 0 dim and 10 bright adjusts the brightness of LEDs on the front panel Viewing Angle The value between 10 view from below and 10 view from above It adjusts the front panel LCD viewing angle Threshold Temp The temperature at which fan speed increases C Temperature The current temperature inside the processor C
21. Tap OK System Presets The System Presets function allows entire system configurations to be stored in a network of Dolby Lake Processors This enables fast retrieval and switching of configurations as there is minimal data being sent between the Controller and Processors le icon sj then a location from the scrollbar System Presets are stored in the hardware for fast recall 6 9 1 A System presets are stored in each Processor and retrieved either via the Controller software described in this section or via the front panel of the Processor Storing a System Preset in Multiple Processors To store the current system configuration in multiple Dolby Lake Processors 1 Setup the configuration as required 2 From Home tap System Store Recall then tap Store System This ensures that you have a backup of the exact data which will be stored as a preset in the hardware Tap System Presets Tap the group module icons that you wish to be stored as part of the system preset icons turn green to indicate selection For example if you wish for all frames in your current system configuration to be stored as a system preset tap a module from each frame or if you are using groups tap a group that contains all frames as shown in the following figure To deselect a frame or group tap the icon again V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 111 System Store and Recall Menu Reference 6 9 2 5
22. USE THE SOFTWARE SOFTWARE LICENSE 1 LICENSE GRANT Dolby grants you only those rights expressly granted to you in this Agreement provided that you comply with all terms and conditions of this Agreement 1 1 Software License Grant Dolby grants to you a nonexclusive revocable limited non transferable license to install use access display and run one 1 copy of the Software In addition to the other restrictions contained in this Agreement you agree that in no event shall the Software run on more than one computer at any one time 1 2 Documentation You may make and use an unlimited number of copies of any documentation if any provided that such copies shall be used solely for your own use in association with the Software and are not to be republished or distributed either in hard copy electronic or any other form beyond your premises or to any third party 2 RESERVATION OF RIGHTS AND OWNERSHIP Dolby reserves all rights not expressly granted to you in this Agreement The Software is protected by copyright patent and or other intellectual property laws and treaties Dolby or its suppliers own the title copyright and other intellectual property rights in the Software The Software is licensed not sold 3 LIMITATIONS ON LICENSE You are expressly prohibited from using the Software in any manner not specifically and expressly authorized by Dolby in this Agreement Without limiting the foregoing and for the avoidance of doubt
23. amp Lock function activates security in both User Mode and Designer Mode allowing certain settings to be protected from other system designers From the Modules menu tap a module icon to select it V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 229 Designer Mode Reference Tap Label amp Lock Tap Set Mod Password for module or Set Base Password for base module Enter a password and tap OK Confirm password tap OK then tap OK to the warning message ON ee oar SS Tap Module Unlocked or Base Unlocked to lock the relevant settings Unlock a Locked Module or Base Configuration From the Modules menu tap a module icon to select it 1 Tap Label amp Lock 2 Tap Unlock Module or Unlock Base 3 Enter the associated password and tap OK Creating Descriptions Assigning Graphics for Module Files Text files txt and bitmap files bmp with the same file name as a module file can be placed in the data user modules directory of your Controller installation When a text file is present with the same file name the Controller displays the text when the module file is selected on the Module Store Recall scroll bar When a bitmap file is present the graphic is displayed in place of the default module icon Note If bitmap files are used to replace the standard module graphics these must be 24 bit Windows format bitmaps of 80 by 80 pixels maximum dimension Module name text will overwrite the bottom portion
24. e CobraNet Displays the available CobraNet input signals e Analog Displays the available analog input signals e Search Filters the available input signals Input Configuration Screen Display Details Input Configuration Display Input Details Mutes Input 1 Input 2 Input 3 Ist 2nd 3rd Ist 2nd 4th 1st Analog Ch 2 CobraNet Ch 1 Dante Demo Analog Input Headroom RMS Digital Clock Primary No Clock 07 Digital Clock Primary S6KHz 10 dBu 16 dBu 26 dBu Input 4 AES1 Ch 1 Digital Clock Primary No Clock e Digital Gain Offset dB Digital Gain Offset dB ST Digital Gain Offset dB S Input 5 Input 6 AESS Ch 5 AES3 Ch 6 Digital Clack SRC No Clock Digital Clock SRC No Clock 20 00 ee 0 00 ES Digital Gain Offset dB Digital Gain Offset dB Input 7 AES4 Ch 7 Digital Clock SRC No Clock o Digital Gain Offset dB Input 6 AES4 Ch 8 Digital Clock SRC No Clock mm E Digital Gain Offset dB Use the relevant buttons to change the clock selection digital gain offset analog input headroom settings AES e Auto Chooses the clock most relevant to the incoming digital signal For example if the input signal is 48 kHz the Primary Clock will be selected if the input is 44 1 kHz the SRC Clock will be selected The default is Primary Clock if a digital input signal is not present e Primary Uses the Primary Clock regardless of whether t
25. l l i gt Shift or Moves the center frequency of the selected filter to the right Fine Adjustment mode Caps Lock l Selects the filter to the left of the currently selected filter Right Arrow Selects the filter to the right of the currently selected filter Increases the gain of the selected PEQ filter Fine Adjustment mode Up Arrow Decreases the gain of the selected PEQ filter Shift or Caps Lock Decreases the gain of the selected PEQ filter Fine Adjustment mode Down Arrow Decreases the gain of the selected PEQ filter Shift or Caps Lock increases the bandwidth ofthe selected filter owes frequency segment ofa Mesa ite er O O Moves the high frequency segment of a Mesa filter to the right 16 5 3 Xover Aux Screen Shortcuts Table 16 6 Xover Aux Shortcuts Adds a low shelf filter to the selected output at 125 Hz Adds a parametric filter to the selected output at 500 Hz Adds an all pass filter to the selected output at 1 kHz Available in Designer Mode only Adds a high shelf filter to the selected output at 8 kHz The gain value for the selected filter is displayed in the onscreen keyboard for instant editing Not applicable to HPF LPF filters F The frequency value of the selected filter EQ HPF or LPF is displayed in the onscreen keyboard for instant editing 202 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual EQ Levels Xover and Aux Screens General The bandwidt
26. used and tap Store instead of New Store The data in the preset location of the selected frames will be replaced by the current system configuration 6 9 5 Clearing a Preset Location To clear a system preset location from multiple Dolby Lake Processors 1 From Home tap System Store Recall then tap System Presets 2 Select each frame you wish to clear the preset from by tapping module or groups icons Selected frames are identified by a green icon Tap the preset location that you wish to clear from the scroll bar Tap Clear then OK to the warning messages V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 113 System Store and Recall Menu Reference 6 9 6 Preset Mismatch If one or more of the selected frames contains a different configuration in a particular preset location Preset Mismatch displays as the name for that system preset location A mismatch occurs if different configurations are stored separately in different Dolby Lake Processors and these Processors are selected together in the System Preset menu To correct a Preset Mismatch status either empty the preset location using the Clear function or use the Store With New Name function to store the data of the currently loaded configuration into all selected frames The Recall and Store buttons will be disabled when a location is selected for multiple frames that contain a Preset Mismatch 114 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manua
27. 3 3 12 4 12 5 12 6 12 7 12 7 1 Global Access The Global Access function is active only when Designer Mode is on It allows a system designer to hide or set to View Only entire sections of the system More detail is provided in Chapter 18 Keyboard Shortcuts The Keyboard Shortcuts button enables orange or disables blue keyboard shortcut functionality For details on all available keyboard shortcuts please refer to Chapter 16 MIDI The MIDI button displays a submenu with a scroll bar containing all available MIDI devices on your computer To select or change the MIDI device you wish to use tap the MIDI device icon on the scroll bar and then tap the Select MIDI Device button Please refer to Section 17 2 for details regarding MIDI control About Tap the About button to view the current Dolby Lake Controller software version Tap anywhere on the display to close the About box Graphics Auto Icon Arrange This button is on by default automatically placing icons so they do not overlap each other V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 181 User Preferences Menu Reference 12 7 2 12 7 3 12 7 4 12 8 12dB 15dB T 1 T 1 T 1 T T 1 T T 1 T T 1 T T 1 T 1 20Hz 31Hz 62Hz 125Hz 250Hz 500Hz 1kHz 2kHz 4kHz 8kHz 16kHz 32kHz Screen Capture This button turns the Undo button into a screen capture button which stores a bitmap of any screen in the system to the data u
28. 5 Alignment Delay LP 2 Way and 1 25 ms 2 50 ms 10 00ms 20 00ms 40 00 ms LP 3 Way NA LP Way 1258me 2517 me 18 4 4 18 4 5 Output EQ Types Table 18 6 shows the available output EQ type abbreviations descriptions and default values Table 18 6 Output EQ Types Default Gain ae AN Raa or Order for All Default Freq E A p Pass Filter Low Shelf 0 00 dB 125 Hz High Shelf 0 00 dB 8 000 Hz HPF LPF Design Mesa EQ Only Crossovers EQ and All Pass filters are not available on the Mesa EQ HPF LPF Design screen The same HPF LPF types are available for Mesa EQ Levels Design The data on the Levels Design worksheet is entered by typing the appropriate numerical value into a cell on the worksheet An error message will be displayed if the value is invalid or incorrect To set polarity through the Levels Design worksheet enter either positive or negative in the polarity field The polarity of each output can be independently locked using the Lock Polarity field which is only available via this worksheet V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 235 Designer Mode Reference To lock polarity of an output change the value in the associated Lock Polarity field to Y The example four way module shown in the following figure has the polarity of all channels locked except for the input and lowest output When the module is locked the worksheet will appear as shown in t
29. 88 save system configuration file 58 parametric EQ filters 87 screens Parametric EQ screen 76 cycle through 193 parametric overlay 45 75 scrolling pages 178 password 207 secure base configuration file 211 change 172 security password retrieval 207 base configuration 208 password protect Designer Mode 207 security for Global Access functions 216 paste group 164 security for group functions 214 paste icon 177 security for module functions 212 paste module 137 security levels 205 paste overlay 81 set crossover 95 PC networking setup 10 set filter 94 PC specifications 5 settings PEQ See parametric EQ input panel 8 PEQ Design worksheet 228 power PEQ overlay shortcuts 193 video card 5 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 251 Index setup wireless network shortcut combination keys shortcut to user data folder shortcuts GEQ overlay keyboard Levels screens PEQ overlay Xover Aux screens Show mode signal path diagram single module file software installation software version solo solo mute enable Solo Mute menu split crossover SSID starting the Dolby Lake Controller Stereo Classic 2 Way Auxiliary Channels 105 140 142 Store button store module store or recall module Store Sub System Store With New Name button storing a system preset in multiple processors storing over an existing preset subnet mask Super Module definition labelling switch modes switching context synchronization synch
30. After making the desired module selections e Tap on an empty preset location from the scroll bar for example Preset 1 The button labeled Store With New Name will be activated e Tap Store With New Name e Enter a preset name using the onscreen keyboard or an external keyboard and tap OK Recalling a System Preset into Multiple Processors To recall a system preset into multiple Dolby Lake Processors 1 From Home tap System Store Recall then tap System Presets 2 Select each frame you wish to recall the preset into by tapping module or groups icons selected frames are identified by green icons Tap the required preset on the scroll bar Tap Recall and then OK to the warning messages The audio will change quickly but the Controller will not re sync with the network until you exit the System Preset menu A flashing warning message confirms this This enables quick comparison between different configurations without the need to synchronize the Controller after each preset is recalled New system preset rec alled tap Home o r System Preset Exit to re syne controller The system configuration name of the preset last recalled will flash at the bottom right of the screen 112 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual System Presets Once the required system preset has been recalled tap Home or System Preset Exit to synchronize the Controller with the new settings that have bee
31. C 03 Mesa only Module D 04 Mesa only Number of the overlay to insert bypass PEQ1 01 GEQ2 02 and so on 01 gt 08 Signifies whether to insert or bypass Bypass 00 Insert 01 Finish SysEx Message Always F7 17 2 7 Mute Unmute Group Input through MIDI 03 Table 17 9 shows the SysEx the message structure for Mute Unmute Group Input MIDI 03 Table 17 9 SysEx Message Structure for Mute Unmute Group Input MIDI 03 ME INEA AR IEACALILATA Message Table 17 10 describes the contents of the message fields Table 17 10 Message Fields for Mute Unmute Group Input MIDI 03 Y Start SysEx Message Identifier Always F0 Manufacturer ID Byte One 00 20 5A for all Lake MIDI messaging Manufacturer ID Byte Two 6 Identifies the group number Group 1 01 through to Group 2811C a Aways Finish SysEx Message Always F7 17 2 8 Mute Unmute Module Input through MIDI 04 Table 17 11 shows the SysEx message structure for the message structure for Mute Unmute Group Input MIDI 04 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 209 External Control Interfaces Table 17 11 SysEx Message Structure for Mute Unmute Group Input MIDI 04 UE IRE ESE ALAR ESE SESS Example SysEx FO 20 5A 04 2D 2D 2D 2D 01 01 F7 Message Table 17 12 describes the contents of the message fields Table 17 12 Message Fields for Mute Unmute Group Input MIDI 04 COIN COS EIN Start SysEx Message Identifier
32. Contour only The Low Output HPF setting affects only the lowest output channel of the selected module e HPF Enable Enables disables the HPF for the selected module e LPF Enable Enables disables the lowpass filter LPF on the highest output channel for the selected module Note Input HPF and Low Output HPF buttons are disabled for the Linear Phase Brick Wall 4 Way module The LP4way HPF is fixed to Input HPF All other module types including Linear Phase 2 and 3 Way modules provide the HPF switching option Crossover Hide Available only in Designer Mode When enabled orange the crossover page will be hidden when the module is locked or after exiting from Designer Mode Crossover View Only Available only in Designer Mode When enabled orange the crossover page will be set as view only when the module is locked or after exiting from Designer Mode EQ Preferences This provides a submenu containing options regarding the view of the EQ scale Crossover Copy Copies all crossover and EQ settings from the selected Xover or HPF LPF page Crossover Paste Active only when a crossover or HPF LPF page has previously been copied and the current module is the same type A crossover can only be pasted to a module of the same number of channels and the same type For example a Classic 3 Way crossover can be pasted into another Classic 3 Way crossover the HPF LPF of a Mesa EQ module can only be pasted onto another Mesa
33. Controllers The primary Controller can re enable Multiple Controllers mode in the same session and the secondary Controllers will automatically reconnect V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 189 Network Menu Reference 14 2 4 14 3 14 3 1 Note If Multiple Controllers mode is disabled and then restored by the primary Controller the system configuration will be completely refreshed on all secondary Controllers to ensure data is synchronized Using the Analzyer Bridge with Multiple Dolby Lake Controllers If an approved analyzer and the Analyzer Bridge are available on the network Analyzer data will be transmitted and displayed on all Controllers that have the Analyzer Enable button activated Each Controller has the ability to disable the analyzer independently One Controller can view analyzer data while other Controllers continue working without the analyzer data being displayed To enable disable analyzer data on a Controller 1 From Home tap Network then Multiple Controllers 2 Toggle the Analyzer Enable button orange equals enabled blue equals disabled Working Offline Working offline enables the Dolby Lake Controller to be used even if a network is not enabled or present This allows offline setup of system configurations Therefore systems can be created or modified when a network of Dolby Lake Processors are not available To work offline start the Controller without a network adap
34. DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 33 Dolby Lake Controller Tutorial 1 Drag a box around the icons you wish to move CL3Way CL3Way Mesa EQ Mesa EQ Mesa EQ Mesa EQ D F MEg ME MEg CL3Way CL3Way Mes Mesa EQ Mesa EQ Mesa EQ Designer Mode Select a Select a Module from either the ee bar or the page ____Blank System Configuration 2 Release the pen or mouse icons inside the yellow rectangle are now selected CL3Way CL3Way D F MEq MEq MEg CL3Way CL3Way Mesa EQ Mesa EQ Mesa EQ Mesa EQ Designer Mode Select a Module from either the n bar or the page Blank System Configuration _ nfig kee Sf Copy Paste 3 Tap inside the yellow box and drag it to the new area 34 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Modules and Frames Designer Mode Select a Module from either the scrolling bar or the page Blank System Configuration _ ree ea PIDA i mn em n ioguies i 4 f a 3 a 3 o 2 f i EX orksheets au Re piace Remove otore Keca se 4 Release the pen the icons are now deselected To drag icons to a new page select the icons you wish to move and then drag them over the page s tab at the top That page will be automatically selected You may then place the icons where required 3 3 5 Labeling Frames and Modules The frame label is initially blank in the Dolby Lake Controller module icon and on the front panel of the Dolby Lake Processor The frame label
35. Digital Clock ternal 96kHz Locked SFC Digital Clock In rnal m E m A O ee PILE Sa o PA LL Auto locks to 12 i Auto 44 locks to 46 96 192 kHz F ae 4el 1 66 2 4 76 4 KHZ Manual locks to W A od Auto 40 locks to 48 96 1192 kHz E 48 96 1192 kHz Manual 44 locks to 4Ael 1 66 2 764 KHZ Manual 46 locks to 46 96 192 KHZ Available lO via Primary Clock 46 96 192kHz Available VO via SRC Clock 44 To manually select a fixed clock source tap an availible clack from the scrollbar and tap again on the required clock location Auto Detection By default the most appropriate digital clocks are automatically detected The first valid clock in the order of the list shown below is chosen to configure the Primary Clock as 48 96 192 kHz and the SRC Clock as 44 1 88 2 176 4 kHz e BNC Word Clock e AES In 1 2 e AES2 In 3 4 e AES3 In 5 6 e AES4 In 7 8 e S PDIF e Internal Clock 88 2 or 96 kHz If a clock signal is unavailable or temporarily lost the automatic detection process chooses the next valid clock source from the list provided it matches the selected base rate either V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 117 Modules Menu Reference 44 1 or 48 kHz If a valid clock source is detected from a source which is higher on the list than the currently selected source then the clock will switch to use the higher priority source Note The SRC Clock has two options for automatic
36. Dolby Lake Controller this allows Windows time to correctly identify your PC s IP address and therefore allows the Dolby Lake Controller to communicate properly when it scans the network If you are on a managed network such as a corporate network with a DHCP server and you are having communication problems it is recommended that you change the IP addressing mode on the Processors to use DHCP Please consult a network specialist if you have trouble with complex network configurations A fixed IP address is useful if you are frequently switching between network adapters or unplugging and replugging your network cable The automatic IP address allocation used by Windows requires a valid network to be present and can take around one minute for the PC to discover its IP address In this case it is recommended that you try using a fixed IP address for example in the 10 10 x x range with a subnet mask of 255 255 0 0 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 11 Dolby Lake Controller Installation You can specify a fixed IP address by following these steps 1 Open Network Connections from the Windows Start menu Fe Documents a Settings EA Network Connections C Seh ea Printers and Faxes b i o wf Taskbe and Start Menu Help and Support Ruri D Shut Down 2 Double tap the appropriate network connection Local Area Connection or Wireless Network Connection to configure
37. ENJOYMENT QUIET POSSESSION CORRESPONDENCE TO DESCRIPTION OR NON INFRINGEMENT WITH REGARD TO THE SOFTWARE THERE IS NO WARRANTY THAT THE OPERATION OF THE SOFTWARE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED ERROR FREE OR WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE QUALITY OR ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE SOFTWARE AND ANY SUPPORT SERVICES REMAINS WITH YOU 10 EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL AND CERTAIN OTHER DAMAGES TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW IN NO EVENT SHALL DOLBY OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INCIDENTAL PUNITIVE iv V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Table of Contents INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS OR CONFIDENTIAL OR OTHER INFORMATION FOR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION FOR PERSONAL INJURY FOR LOSS OF PRIVACY FOR FAILURE TO MEET ANY DUTY INCLUDING OF GOOD FAITH OR OF REASONABLE CARE FOR NEGLIGENCE AND FOR ANY OTHER PECUNIARY OR OTHER LOSS WHATSOEVER ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY RELATED TO THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SOFTWARE THE PROVISION OF OR FAILURE TO PROVIDE SUPPORT OR OTHER SERVICES INFORMATON SOFTWARE AND RELATED CONTENT THROUGH THE SOFTWARE OR OTHERWISE ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE SOFTWARE OR OTHERWISE UNDER OR IN CONNECTION WITH ANY PROVISION OF THIS AGREEMENT EVEN IN THE EVENT OF THE FAULT TORT INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE MISREPRESENTATION STRICT LIABILITY BREACH OF CONTR
38. Home button bar you can tap any icon on the current page to immediately access the EQ Levels interface for the given module super module or group This provides instant access to the module or group without having to navigate through the button bar to gain access to these most important parameters Tapping a module icon from Home is equivalent to the following sequence 1 From Home tap Modules 2 Tap a module icon to select the module 3 Tap EQ Levels Tapping a group icon from Home is equivalent to the following sequence 1 From Home tap Groups 2 Tap a group icon to select the group 3 Tap EQ Levels Since the EQ Levels interface for modules and groups is the most frequently used component of the Dolby Lake Controller this is the first menu reference chapter to be presented V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 67 Chapter 5 EQ Levels Menu Reference The EQ Levels functionality of the Dolby Lake Controller provides a sophisticated and accurate real time interface to both modules and groups on the network Modules and groups require different features and functions for setup and configuration however they provide the same EQ and level functionality to the sound engineer for system optimization and during the show Figure 5 1 shows a general overview of how modules and groups utilize the same EQ Levels interface for access to the underlying signal processing parameters Modules Groups
39. ID The unique Dolby Lake product identifier Firmware The firmware version Input Mutes Input Mutes represent the actual inputs to the Dolby Lake Processor Muting an input via Input Mutes will mute the signal to all modules that are connected to that input The floating Input Mutes toolbar shown below is available by e Tapping Input Mutes from the button bar on the I O Config page or pressing lt F6 gt e Tapping the Input Mutes zoom button from the Levels page V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 139 Modules Menu Reference Toggle the mute status of an input NOTE AFFECTS ALL MODULES ON THIS PROCESSOR 7 2 10 7 2 11 Note Input Mutes are not available when a Processor is offline Input Mutes are not available for Contour Pro26 Interactive Signal Path Block Diagram The signal path of each module is shown in graphical form on the right of the I O Config page Each of the blocks can be selected to navigate directly to the associated EQ Levels Xover Aux HPF LPF screens Note After using the interactive block diagrams to access the EQ Levels Xover Aux HPF LPF screens the EQ Levels Exit button returns you to the I O Config page instead of Home Input Selection Contour Pro26 and Mesa Quad EQ Only Some Contour Pro26 units are fitted with a special five pin stereo I O digital XLR connector This provides digital input only when configured as any type of crossover loudspeaker processor T
40. If multiple levels of security are not required for your Dolby Lake Controller installation exiting Designer Mode activates all security features described in this document without needing to lock or password protect individual modules or base configuration files Designing and Protecting a Dolby Lake Controller System This section discusses how to use Designer Mode to protect your system by developing an example system with one Dolby Lake Processor The example includes detailed instructions to define a base configuration lock individual module level settings and enforce global security Note You must have properly networked a Processor and the Dolby Lake Controller host computer V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 215 Designer Mode Reference System Setup for Designer Mode Tutorial Follow the steps below to prepare for the tutorial To access Designer Mode 1 From Home tap User Preferences Tap Designer Functions Tap the Designer Mode button and enter your Designer Mode password if prompted If the Designer Mode button is orange you are already logged in to Designer Mode Tap Home to return to the Main menu Place the modules of a factory reset Processor in the work area To label the frame and save the system Tap Store Recall Exit then tap Label amp Lock Tap Label Frame enter Lake as the frame name and tap OK Tap Home then System Store Recall Navigate to or create a folder
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42. Menu Reference 7 7 Add Page The Add Page function is always available from the Modules menu and creates additional pages that help manage large systems with many module and group icons 7 8 Super Modules Super modules enable the user to control modules that span multiple frames as a single entity in the user interface A super module can be a combination of two or more processing modules on the same or different frames that act together to provide the same audio processing with flexible output routing Note A maximum of 100 modules can be assigned to a single super module 7 8 1 Assigning Super Modules 1 Tap Modules Select a module from the scrolling bar and drag it to the main area Tap Super Modules from the Modules menu A Venn icon that represents the combination of multiple modules appears in the scrolling bar The last adjustment to Levels EQ or Crossover can be undone when this button is active blue Blank System Configuration yr EE SE A A _ Super Mod SM Routi Label De Assign Und EQ Levels SOS Frame Module r nog 4 Drag the Venn icon in the main area The icon displays as a super module marked as empty 150 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Super Modules 7 8 2 Tap the empty super module to select it Then tap Assign Module from the Modules menu A message displays warning you that group assignments of the first module assigned to a super module will be retained
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44. Way 1 Auxiliary Output CL3w 1a e Linear Phase Classic 2 Way 1 Auxiliary Output LP2w 1a These module types provide a separate input selector for the auxiliary channel This allows the auxiliary channel to be sourced independently of the two way input source or from the same post input EQ signal The parametric PEQ and graphic GEQ overlays for the two way section also affect the auxiliary channel when the input switch is set as shown in the previous figure Contour Pro26 Input Switch For Contour Pro26 products either input A or B or a combination of both can be selected as the source signal there is no gain control for this product type To change the input used as the source signal tap the input switch Inpout A Input E npt Meter The input selector toggles between Input A Input A B and Input B V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 129 Modules Menu Reference 7 2 5 Output Configuration The Output Configuration window is displayed after tapping the zoom button located to the right of each output on the right side of the I O Config page A summary of the output connections for each module appears at the bottom of each module cell on the I O Config page Analog Out After tapping any of these zoom buttons the following Output Configuration window is displayed Output Configuration Screen Destination oe 35 Module Outputs QD 5 AES SPDIF Outputs 2
45. a folder is selected Tap Open to open the selected folder Read Only This function protects important files from being accidentally overwritten or deleted and is active only when a file is selected The currently selected file s status is identified by the color of the Read Only button Orange The selected file is set to Read Only Blue The selected file is not set to Read Only To change the Read Only status of a file 1 Tap a file from the scroll bar to select it 2 Tap Read Only to toggle function on orange and off blue Rename This button allows the name of a file folder to be changed 1 Tap the required file folder from the scroll bar then tap Rename 2 Enter the new name and tap OK Delete This button is active only when a file or folder is selected When a file is selected this function will only be available if the file is not set to Read Only To delete a file or folder 1 Tap a file or folder to select it then tap Delete 2 Confirm action by tapping Yes in the warning message Note Deletion of a file is permanent and cannot be restored using the Undo function New Folder This button creates a new folder in the current directory 148 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Module Store Recall 7 6 6 1 Navigate to the desired directory to locate the new folder 2 Tap New Folder 3 Enter the folder name and tap OK Frame Presets A maximum of thirty fram
46. analog or digital inputs effectively disabling the other input These buttons are active only if both digital and analog inputs are available on the selected processor Dig Out 96kHz Dig Out 48kHz The buttons toggle between output sample rates of 48 and 96 kHz These buttons will be active only if both digital and analog inputs are available on the selected processor and the Forced Analog button is selected Frame Config Factory Reset For Dolby Lake Processors the Frame Config menu offers configuration as e Contour Four Contour Modules ABCD e Contour Mesa EQ Combination Two Contour modules AB and four Mesa EQ modules CDEF e Mesa EQ Eight Mesa EQ modules ABCDEFGH For the Contour Pro26 or Mesa Quad EQ the Factory Reset option configures the processor in its relevant factory default state Note For all products configuring or resetting a processor through the Dolby Lake Controller retains the current IP address setting and system frame presets V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 141 Modules Menu Reference 7 3 Label amp Lock From the Modules menu tap Label amp Lock to view a submenu with functions to label a module or frame and allow a system designer to lock module and base configurations 7 3 1 Module Label The Module Label is a user definable value at the bottom of the module icon that identifies the module To label a module 1 Tap the desired module icon on the Mai
47. as the folder in the same directory as the folder 18 4 Designer Worksheets 18 4 1 Overview The Designer Worksheet provides fast view and update access to the majority of data for a Dolby Lake Processor via a spreadsheet style interface These worksheets are available only in Designer Mode via the module I O Config amp Worksheets button V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 231 Designer Mode Reference To access the Designer Worksheets 1 From Home tap Modules 2 Tap I O Config amp Worksheets The following screen tabs are available for loudspeaker modules in Designer Mode Xover Aux Design PEQ Design GEQ Design The following screen tabs are available for Mesa processors in Designer Mode HPFILPF Design Levels Design PEQ Design Y GEQ Design 3 Tap the Levels Design tab Depending on the worksheet module type a screen similar to the following will be displayed O Config Xover Aux Design Levels Design A PEQ Design Y GEQ Design Y Module B CL3Way Channel Output Output Output Type Channel Polarity Factory Gain Factory Delay MaxRMS Level dB Designer Mode Use keyboard to edit arrow keys to update navigate tab to switch worksheet No Configuration a x i O Confi pong Print ma EXIT F r r ww Junco a a 232 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Designer Worksheets
48. chapter The Controller has two types of input EQ Mesa Parametric EQ and Ideal Graphic EQ Additional parametric output EQ is available on the Xover page and Aux tabs This section deals with input EQ Groups and modules can have multiple layers of EQ called EQ overlays Each module can have up to eight EQ overlays and each group can have up to four EQ overlays A module can have up to 256 input EQ filters distributed amongst these EQ overlays Although this may sound extreme the large number of filters is necessary in order to allow for sophisticated grouping of Ideal Graphic EQ overlays 78 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Levels 5 2 9 9 2 10 A module s overall input EQ response is calculated by combining its input EQ overlays with those of all groups to which that module is assigned The resulting composite EQ curve is indicated by a white line that is displayed on all overlays Figure 5 3 Sample Composite EQ Curve Default Overlays Modules and groups both use the same EQ overlays and EQ functions If a module is assigned to a group the group EQ overlays can be viewed from the module but cannot be updated Changes to group EQ are performed by accessing the group s controls By default a module has parametric PEQ1 and graphic EQ GEQ2 a group has a single parametric EQ PEQ1 These EQ overlays cannot be removed Hidden Overlays A system designer can e Hide specific ov
49. clock detection Auto 44 and Auto 48 These settings provide automatic detection within a particular range of frequencies either 44 1 88 2 176 4 kHz or 48 96 192 kHz Manual Config For a fixed configuration it is possible to fix the clock selection independently for each digital clock 1 Tap the required clock from the Clock Source Selector at the bottom of the Digital Clock Configuration window 2 Tap the icon showing the currently selected clock under the relevant clock heading in the top left Primary or top right SRC sections of the window The larger icon in each of the windows shows the selected clock and the associated text confirms the rates that are available when using this clock for either inputs or outputs Dante Clock When Dante is enabled on a Dolby Lake Processor the Primary clock is used for Dante purposes One processor will be allocated as the Dante Master and all others will be Dante Slaves The Dante Master priority follows the same order as Auto Detection with a processor using BNC Word Clock being chosen over one with an AES signal etc Where there is no distinguishing feature for a processor to be selected e g all processors have a BNC Word Clock connected or multiple processors have an AES signal then Dante uses the processor with the lowest Mac Address as a unique distinguishing feature The Dante Master may lock to an external clock via the Primary Clock as shown is the example below If you re
50. dependent upon the signal processing configuration capabilities for the frame The Dolby Lake Processor provides three different signal processing configurations 28 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Modules and Frames Table 3 1 Dolby Lake Processor Signal Processing Configurations 4 x 12 Loudspeaker Processor 2 x 6 Loudspeaker Contour amp Mesa Processor 4 x 4 System Equalizer You can choose any one of these modes when configuring the Dolby Lake Processor and each mode provides a different number of modules Table 3 2 Number of Modules in Different Processor Configurations Configuration Number of Modules Figure 3 3 Contour amp Mesa Frame For this tutorial we configure the Processor to operate in Contour amp Mesa mode so we can see both types of modules on the same frame V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 29 Dolby Lake Controller Tutorial 3 3 2 Changing to Contour amp Mesa Mode From the Main page tap Modules The module scroll bar will appear with either four Contour modules or eight Mesa EQ modules The default factory reset state depends on the analog card configuration of your Dolby Lake Processor The following example shows four Contour modules select a Module from either the scrolling bar or the page No Configuration dee de 39 Cop 3 Module j EQ Levels vo consal a S Replace uno With one Processor on the network
51. displays the name of the module providing metering AA cl to the left of the fader to adjust by smaller increments E Additional Outputs For a 4 5 or 6 way aux module the additional output channels appear here The number of output channels depends on the module type whether module is 2 3 4 5 or 6 way aux E Peak Level Peak Hold Indicates peak level with a thin green bar and peak hold with a wide Indicators orange segment RMS Level Indicator Indicates RMS level with a wide green bar H Input Channel Label The channel label is user defined The color and label of the mute Mute Button and button identifies the mute status of the channel Polarity Button A blue Unmuted button channel unmuted A red Muted button channel muted Modules A red button with blue text denotes the channel has been muted by a group the module is assigned to The polarity button for the channel is located to the right of the mute button Groups An orange button with blue text denotes that at least one module in that group has the channel muted A red mute button with blue text denotes that that channel is muted on all modules in the group The polarity button is not available at group level Input Mixer Modules only provides access to the Input Mixer which allows you to enable disable and mix audio input channels Input Mutes Modules only provides access to the physical input channel mutes which will affect all modules on the selected p
52. example 11 1700 ms 1 gt 99 gt milliseconds of delay Second pair of digits eee single units and tens for example 2B 43 ms 0 01 gt 0 99 milliseconds of delay Third pair of digits representing numbers after decimal oO for example 4B 0 75 ms 10 Finish SysEx Message Always F7 F7 For example bytes 7 8 and 9 form the delay time in milliseconds xxyy zz where xx is byte 7 yy is byte 8 and zz is byte 9 In the example above 11 2B 4B the resulting time in milliseconds is 1743 75 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 211 Chapter 18 18 1 18 1 1 Designer Mode Reference Designer Mode Basics The Dolby Lake Controller software provides two modes of operation User Mode and Designer Mode This chapter describes the Designer Mode Some important functions that Designer Mode activates include e Global Access security e Individual overlay screen access security e Level Limits e Factory levels Adjust Factory mode e Password protection of modules and base configurations e All pass filters e Designer Worksheets e Polarity locking This document provides detailed descriptions of these functions An example system design illustrates the utility of Designer Mode functions A quick reference guide provides a high level overview of Designer Mode functions This document refers to loudspeaker modules in the examples although all features with the exception of c
53. filters 98 label 32 136 LP2way See Linear Phase 2 way lock 214 LP3way See Linear Phase 3 way mute or unmute 201 LP4way See Linear Phase 4 way password protect 221 LPF See lowpass filter paste data to 137 LPF screen 85 recall 139 LPF Select button 94 store 140 MAC address 132 store configuration 140 main navigation buttons 192 store or recall 139 Main page 61 unlock 222 Main Page components 22 module and base configuration locking 136 manage files 141 module EQ overlay manual configuration 114 insert or bypass 200 maximum peak signal level 70 module file maximum RMS signal level 69 save 214 MaxPeak Level button 70 module file types 149 MaxRMS corner 69 module icons 28 MaxRMS level button 69 module label 136 menu module levels 66 Auxiliary Outputs 100 module type abbreviations 149 EQ Levels 65 modules Frame Config 135 grouping 55 Groups 161 link 165 Home 61 mute all 168 Icon Control 169 Modules menu 111 Input EQ 79 multiple Controllers 180 Modules 111 mute Network 179 enable 71 Pages 176 mute all modules 168 Solo Mute 167 mute group input 201 System Store and Recall 103 mute indicators 29 User Preferences 171 mute module 201 MEq See Mesa EQ module network 179 Mesa configuration file 58 network errors 186 Mesa EQ module 160 network essentials 239 250 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Index Network menu 179 performer 131 network setup 10 pile 168 New Folder button 107 141 polarity New Store button 105 140 en
54. folder 6 8 2 Read Only This function protects important files from being accidentally overwritten or deleted and is active only when a file is selected The currently selected file s status is identified by the color of the Read Only button e Orange The selected file is set to Read Only e Blue The selected file is not set to Read Only To change the status of a file 1 Tap a file from the scroll bar to select it 2 Tap Read Only to toggle the function on orange and off blue 6 8 3 Rename This button changes the name of a file or folder 1 Tap the file folder from the scroll bar 2 Tap Rename 3 Enter the new name using the onscreen keyboard or an external keyboard 4 Tap OK 6 8 4 Delete This button is active only when a file or folder is selected When a file is selected this function is available only if the file is not set to Read Only To delete a file or folder 1 Tap a file or folder to select it 2 Tap Delete 110 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual System Presets 6 8 5 6 9 3 Confirm the action by tapping Yes in the warning message Note Deletion of a file is permanent and cannot be restored using the Undo function New Folder This button creates a new folder in the current directory To create a new folder 1 Navigate to the directory where the new folder will reside 2 Tap New Folder 3 Enter the new folder name using the onscreen keyboard or an external keyboard 4
55. frames This function adds the data from the selected file all modules and groups to the current system configuration as virtual modules 6 6 Store System The Store System button stores the entire system configuration If a file is selected on the scroll bar the name of that file will appear in the onscreen keyboard allowing the file to be overwritten or for a file name variation to be used 1 Tap Store System 2 Confirm the action by tapping the Yes button in the warning message Note If the selected file is set to read only this function is inactive gray 6 7 Store Subsystem The Store Subsystem button stores the selected modules super modules and groups as a subsystem Only the data from the selected modules including any group assignments will be stored in the file 1 Navigate the file system and tap the desired destination folder to select it 2 Select the required modules super modules and group icons 3 Tap Store Subsystem V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 109 System Store and Recall Menu Reference 4 Enter the file name using the onscreen keyboard or an external keyboard 5 Tap OK The scroll bar displays the new file 6 8 File Utilities This button provides a submenu containing further functions that manage files and folders from within the Dolby Lake Controller 6 8 1 Open This button is active only when a folder is selected Tap Open to open the selected
56. group icon to the scroll bar 172 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Add Page 9 7 Gang Tapping this button activates a scroll bar containing all modules currently assigned to the selected group along with a submenu ttt select a Module on the scrolling bar for lt ed for the G ce fu Gang Xover Aux Contour or Gang HPF LPF Mesa EQ This function allows the crossovers auxiliary output channels and HPF LPF settings of modules on different frames to be linked together When Gang Xover Aux is active on a group containing crossover modules the crossovers HPF LPF and auxiliary channels of all modules in the group are synchronized a change made in one module will be reflected in all modules of that group When Gang HPF LPF is active on a group containing Mesa EQ modules the HPF LPF will be linked on all modules in the group To gang the crossover or HPF LPF of all modules in a group 1 Assign the modules to a group All modules must be of the same crossover type such as Classic 3 Way CL3way for example 2 From the Groups menu tap Gang 3 Tap the module on the scroll bar to select which module s settings will be transferred to all other modules in the group 4 Tap Gang Xover Aux crossover modules or Gang HPF LPF Mesa EQ modules 5 Tap Yes to finish Note Only the crossover aux HPF LPF output EQ data are ganged Levels data and input EQ PEQ GEQ are n
57. groups and each module can be a member of up to 28 different groups Groups enable several important functions including Master EQ and Levels control over an entire system EQ and Levels control over subsections of a system for example speaker clusters HPF LPF Crossover Auxiliary Output ganging allowing a change to a crossover or output specific EQ to be reflected across all modules of the same type within the group 4 Simplified control over multiple speakers or zones Once your speakers are configured the modules that control the detailed individual response for each speaker can be protected with the access privileges and security provided by Designer Mode or placed on a separate page leaving groups to simplify the overall control of the audio system You can use multiple groups to logically partition a large scale loudspeaker system Group all modules driving the left loudspeaker array to create a left submaster Create groups for the center cluster the right loudspeaker array and any side fill down fill front fill and delay systems Then create a single master group to enable a system wide interface for EQ and Levels making instant adjustments to all hardware processors on a distributed network system with a single tap Adding a Group Tap the Groups button from the Home menu The available group icons appear in the scroll bar Most options in the button bar appear gray and are inactive until a group is moved from the scrol
58. in which to store the file Fite SINO EA Tap New Store enter the file name as Designer Mode Tutorial and tap OK Your system configuration is now ready for the following tutorials 18 2 Designer Mode Security 18 2 1 Security for the Base Configuration A base configuration file contains EQ levels crossover and HPF LPF information for a particular speaker type A base configuration file can be used to create a standard starting point for a particular make and model of speaker this can then be used in a variety of system configurations and fine tuned using module and group settings The base password is saved with the base configuration file and is stored at the hardware level when loaded into a Dolby Lake Processor This prevents access to certain data stored in the base configuration file even if you are in Designer Mode in the Dolby Lake Controller software Using a base password allows hiding of your custom settings from any user of the Controller system Note The base configuration file hides EQ curves crossovers or HPF LPF and converts group and module levels to hidden Factory values The use of base configuration files is recommended only for experienced Controller users who require this additional level of security and functionality Module files provide additional functionality to base configuration files and can be used instead of base configuration files in most circumstances 216 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Con
59. instructions are specific to the preconfigured wireless networking package available from Dolby the majority of the concepts and terminologies translate directly for other 802 11 solutions V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual PC Networking Setup An access point is used in a wireless Ethernet network configuration to connect Dolby Lake Processors to the Dolby Lake Controller host computer An access point looks like an external modem with two small antennas This radio based receiver transmitter is connected to the wired network using standard Ethernet cables It performs the same function as a switch receiving buffering and transmitting data between wired and wireless networks LAKE PROCESSORS TABLET PC Figure 2 2 Basic Wireless Setup not suitable for use with Dante Ideally the procedure just described yields a perfectly functional and secure system However there are two complications Some environments have additional wireless network systems and communications equipment competing for the same airspace used by the Dolby Lake system It is also important to provide security so another wireless network cannot access this network system As part of the 802 11 standard various levels of access control and encryption exist There are also different communication channels that operate at different frequencies The service set identifier SSID controls access to this wireless network by functioning as a p
60. is most helpful in identifying the physical location of a Processor in a distributed network of hardware processors To name the frame 1 Tap the A module to select it A yellow border surrounding the module icon indicates it is selected Note Ifa module is not selected most of the button bar functions are gray to signify they are inactive 2 Tap Label amp Lock V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 35 Dolby Lake Controller Tutorial 3 Tap Label Frame to display the onscreen keyboard 4 Type Demo using the onscreen keyboard or an external keyboard if available and tap OK The frame label field for the frame s modules displays Demo in the software Now let s assign a name to the A module Tap the A module to select it Select Label Module from the button bar Name this module My 3 way using the onscreen keyboard and tap OK Pe eS Tap Label Exit to return to the Modules menu Note To label a Super Module select it in the work area and tap Label SuperMod 36 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Modules and Frames 3 3 6 VO Config 1 Tap the I O Config button to display the block diagrams of each module in the frame Frame Module QD Primary Digital Clock SRC Digital Clock QD Input Configuration Offset Auto Type Clock Status Headroom AES Out Frame Module QD Dante Configuration QD Analog Iso Float Configuration
61. modules only Levels With the exception of the MaxRMS Limiter Corner Attack and Release the current module and group levels are combined and stored as factory levels when a base configuration file is saved The factory levels can be viewed and adjusted in Designer Mode after activating the Adjust Factory option in the Levels Meter Options menu Level Limits also stored with a base configuration file can be viewed and adjusted from Levels Meter Options gt Levels Limits Base Configuration Tutorial This tutorial illustrates important features of base configuration files using loudspeaker modules as the example For Mesa EQ processors use the only output available on each module and ignore the steps regarding crossovers To adjust levels and Level Limits 1 Navigate to the Gain levels page of module A 2 Adjust the Output 2 gain to 9 dB V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 217 Designer Mode Reference Tap the Delay button and increase Output 3 delay to 6 ms Tap Meter Options then tap Level Limits Select Gain Delay Limits os OF Xk Tap the Max Delay value highlighted in blue for the input channel This is located on the left of the screen second from bottom and should initially read 1800 00 7 Enter 0 zero and tap OK Setting a maximum value identical to the minimum value removes the fader when in User Mode or when the base configuration file or module is locked To adjust crosso
62. on any Windows PC with a standard Ethernet network interface Controller Overview Using the Controller software a sound engineer can control a distributed network of processors from a single location Instant adjustments can be made to any parameter of any processor on the network or to selected groups of processors By creating groups the Controller can deliver the appropriate EQ and level settings to a large segmented sound system Each processor can be a member of more than one group For example a traditional arena sized system comprises several left and right main stacks side front and down fills and multiple levels of delays to different subsystems Typical technology requires a chain of processing units to enable an overall stereo master and various sub masters to individually control equalization dynamics and gain In contrast the Controller can use multiple groups to send global adjustments to all PA areas while still providing independent control of individual system components Manual Overview This manual provides software installation instructions a tutorial for new users and full detail reference information for all software functions and features of the Dolby Lake Controller user interface The manual is organized as follows e Chapter 1 Introduction e Chapter 2 Dolby Lake Controller Installation provides all the details for installing the Dolby Lake Controller software setting up your video displ
63. parameters or select Levels tab to set Levels No Configuration Overlay Filter Filter Filter SmaartLive Functions Flat E Flat Delete Edit sa Unavailable Figure 5 5 Ideal Graphic EQ Screen Table 5 3 defines the functions labeled in Figure 5 5 82 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Levels Table 5 3 Function Descriptions for Graphic EQ Screen Rtn son Frequency Lock and A B Buttons MS Frequency Lock Blue filter frequency unlocked Orange filter frequency locked When locked the frequency of the selected filter can only be adjusted using the EQ Tool E A B Button Tap this button to create a bypassed copy of the selected overlay Adjustments can then be made to one overlay and instantly compared to the original overlay Displays the frequency bandwidth and gain values of each filter Tap a filter box to select a particular filter Double tap the filter box to switch to Fine Adjustment mode Drag the filter box down to bypass the filter Drag the filter box up to insert Module Icon Describes the currently selected module and status O mo A white line identifies the overall EQ curve E EQ Tool Drag the EQ Tool left or right to select the frequency to change To add graphic EQ 1 Select the filter point to adjust using the EQ Tool E 2 Drag the filter point up or down to increase or decrease gain If Frequency Lock A is inactive you can also tap a filt
64. provided this Agreement does not obligate Dolby to provide any support services or to support any software provided as part of those services You agree that Dolby and its affiliates may collect and use technical information gathered as part of the product support services provided to you if any related to the Software Dolby may use this information solely to improve our products or to provide customized services support or technologies to you and will not disclose this information in a form that personally identifies you 6 EXPORT RESTRICTIONS You acknowledge that the Software is subject to U S export jurisdiction You agree to comply with all applicable international and national laws that apply to the Software including the U S Export Administration Regulations as well as end user end use and destination restrictions issued by U S and other governments Za INDEMNIFICATION AND REPRESENTATION You represent and warrant that you will not make or sell a product using the Software if the purpose and or result of such product is that it violates copyrights or other intellectual property rights of Dolby or any third party You shall indemnify defend and hold harmless Dolby its affiliates their respective successors and their respective officers directors employees agents and representatives for any claim liability loss or damage arising out of 1 your breach of any term of this Agreement 2 the making using or selling by you of any pr
65. read the license agreement presented at the beginning of the installer Computer Requirements and Configuration Recommended PC Specifications e 1GHz or faster e 512 MB RAM or greater e 128 MB video RAM or greater e Windows XP or Vista e DirectX 8 1 or later preinstalled with Windows XP e 100Base T wired Ethernet adapter and or 802 11 wireless Ethernet adapter Wireless networking requires the preconfigured wireless networking package available from Dolby or equivalent Video Card Settings It is important that the video card is configured correctly to ensure smooth operation of the Dolby Lake Controller software Incorrect video card settings may result in problems or unusual behavior of the graphics display on the Controller In addition to the settings presented below please visit your video card manufacturer s website and download the latest drivers for your specific video card The video drivers that come preinstalled as part of your Windows distribution are usually out of date and do not include enhancements provided by the video card manufacturer s drivers Almost all video card issues can be resolved by updating your video card driver to the latest release version Recommended video card settings V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 5 Dolby Lake Controller Installation e Display resolution 1 024 by 768 pixels 800 by 600 pixel resolution is supported but provides a lower quality int
66. s manual for further information or visit www dolby com livesound for further details The functions shown on the following button bar are described in Table 5 13 Returns to the Home menu ome 104 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Auxiliary Output Channels Provides a submenu containing EQ Preferences Aux Output Access control functions Aux Output Hide and Aux Output View Only are available Properties only in Designer Mode refer to Chapter 18 for further details Aux Output Exit Returns to the main EQ Levels menu When selected orange a scroll bar is displayed with available highpass and lowpass Filter Select filters Available only when a highpass or lowpass filter is active and selected not applicable to EQ filters This function is available after a highpass or lowpass filter has been selected from the Filter Set Filter Select scroll bar HPF Enable The highpass filter is disabled when this button is blue and enabled when orange LPF Enable The lowpass filter is disabled when this button is blue and enabled when orange Aux Output Copy Tapping this button copies the settings of the currently selected output This button is active only after Aux Output Copy has been used and will overwrite the selected auxiliary output with the settings that were previously copied Aux Output Paste Auxiliary Outputs can be copied and pasted within or between modules but the data cannot be pasted
67. status Orange Currently selected menu or function Blue Available menu or function based on current selection Gray Currently unavailable menu or function The following buttons are always available on the left side of the button bar a 1 gt Home A The button with the numbered arrows pointing upward is the Context button which enables fast system navigation Contexts allow you to jump directly from one view to another view 26 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Overview of Main Page Components 3 2 2 without having to use the toolbar for navigation For further detail please refer to Section 121 The button with arrows pointing right is active when a page or menu scroll bar contains more information than can be displayed on the width of the screen Tap this button to move the scroll bar pages or overlay tabs to the right revealing additional data The Home button is available from almost all menu levels and returns you to the Main page of the system The following buttons are always available on the right side of the button bar The button with arrows pointing left moves the scroll bar pages or overlay tabs to the left revealing additional data The button labeled Undo or Redo after Undo has been used provides a single level Undo Redo function for adjustments made to EQ levels and crossovers where applicable Generally the labels on buttons describe the submenu opened or t
68. steep transition slopes Mesa EQ module files round out Processor functionality providing files that enable system equalizer processing Signal processing can be configured in various ways to maximize the use of the inputs and outputs Auxiliary Outputs initially provide full bandwidth signal which can be configured using HPF LPF filters and output specific EQ This chapter provides a detailed reference for all the Processor module files Default module files are located in the Default Modules folder and can be accessed and recalled utilizing the Module Store Recall button bar 8 1 Module Type Abbreviations Table 8 1 describes the Module Type abbreviations as shown on the module icon Module Type Table 8 1 Module Type Abbreviations A TESSA 2 1 Auxiliary Output Classic 2 Way Crossover or 2 Auxiliary Outputs Classic 2 Way Crossover 1 Auxiliary Output Linear Phase 2 Way Crossover 1 Auxiliary Output V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 157 Module File Types 8 2 8 2 1 Classic 3 Way Crossover or 3 Auxiliary Outputs Classic 3 Way Crossover 1 Auxiliary Output Linear Phase 3 Way Crossover Classic 4 Way Crossover or 4 Auxiliary Outputs Classic 5 Way Crossover or 5 Auxiliary Outputs Classic 6 Way Crossover or 6 Auxiliary Outputs Stereo Insert module provides Stereo Digital Input Output or Stereo Analog Input Output Available on Lake Contour Pro26D only
69. the changes will take effect lake 7 Cycle the power of each Processor by turning the power switch off then back on This completes the upgrade process and resets the Processor to the default factory configuration 8 Tap OK then tap Exit to quit the firmware update utility Firmware Upgrade Using the Dolby Lake Controller It is recommended that the Dolby Lake Controller software is used only for upgrading small numbers of Dolby Lake Processors The Firmware Update Utility provides a faster upgrade process for large networks V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 241 Firmware Upgrade Process To upgrade firmware using the Dolby Lake Controller software 1 Install the latest version of the Dolby Lake Controller Open the Controller Tap Modules and drag an old frame from the Modules scroll bar into the work area All modules of the frame will flash indicating it has old firmware and a warning message will appear Read the warning message and tap OK Place all old firmware frames in the work area then tap Home Designer Mode Select or adjust Groups of Modules rE gt Update Firmware 6 Tap the flashing Update Firmware button 7 Read the onscreen warning message tapping Yes to proceed When all Processors have been updated cycle the power of each unit by turning the power switch off and then back on This completes the upgrade process and resets the Processor to a default factory c
70. with flat phase response For this reason the full amount of output specific EQ filters can be used only if the MaxPeak Limiter is disabled on the module as the MaxPeak Limiter also requires a large amount of processing The MaxPeak Limiter process is disabled when the total MaxPeak level including Group and Factory settings is 25 dBu or greater Available crossover EQ filters for the LP 2 way 1 Aux are MaxPeak Activated 16 EQ Filters Highpass Filter MaxPeak Deactivated 21 EQ Filters Highpass Filter Note The Classic Linear Phase 2 Way 1 Aux Classic Linear Phase 3 Way and Classic 3 Auxiliary Outputs modules can be used in any combination on available modules V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 165 Module File Types 8 3 2 Linear Phase Brick Wall 3 Way The Linear Phase Brick Wall 3 Way LP3way has a similar signal path to the Classic 3 Way CL3way Module 4 LPoway Base Config No base Cfg AES Outi 2 3 CobraMet Out 1 2 3 Analog Out 1 2 3 As with the LP2way the LP3way uses a significant amount of processing power to create steep crossovers with flat phase response For this reason the full amount of output specific EQ filters can only be used if the MaxPeak is disabled on the module as the MaxPeak Limiter also requires a large amount of processing The MaxPeak Limiter process is disabled when the total MaxPeak level including Group and Factory settings is 25 dBu or greater
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72. 5000 3 6 8888 234805505000 23080555800 234840558005040 82686683 The same DSP outputs are also routed to the first eight Dante outputs V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 131 Modules Menu Reference Source Destination Module Outputs QD gt y Dante Outputs 8 88 0880 3 8 8088 248180458000 3688 8 208505585000 8000500 3 8 2 3 8 2 Analog Inputs The eight analog inputs are directly routed to the first eight analog outputs 3 Analog Inputs 8500000N8 8 8 8088 832 8388 828888 me me 828686 0 8OE O 828080 o The magnifying glass g provides different options depending on the selected destination 132 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual I O Contig If Analog Outputs is selected tapping the magnifying glass icon displays the Analog Iso Float Status screen I O Card 1 Analog Inputs 1 4 I O Card 2 Analog Inputs 5 8 SC Disabled SC Disabled I O Card 3 Analog Outputs 1 4 I O Card 4 Analog Outputs 5 8 SC Disabled SC Disabled Grounded I O card will be connected to ground Floating I O card will not be connected to ground I O Card Card in the Dolby Lake Processor to provide either inputs or outputs SC Disabled Software Control Disabled If the I O card on the Dolby Lake Processor has its Iso Float switch set to Lift SC the user can control the Grounded or Floating using the Dolby Lake
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74. 84080500000 2248400458040000 24814058008000 24851500408000 3 8 2 3 8 8 8 8 3880 888 3 88 28 8880 88 o 248005050000 The text on the left side of the screen lists the output channels for each module The orange numbered blocks denote the digital outputs from which the signal will be sent The same audio channel can be sent from multiple digital outputs but each digital output can contain only one channel of audio The following sections discuss the icons under the Source and Destination areas 130 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual I O Contig Source mo gt The two arrow buttons enable you to select which source to route to the Dolby Lake Processor outputs The default setting is Module Outputs which are the Dolby Lake Processor DSP outputs It can also be set to AES Inputs and Analog Inputs Dante Inputs or CobraNet Inputs if available which bypass the DSP Destination ape The two arrow buttons faim enable you to select the outputs to route the source to The default setting is AES SPDIF It can also be set to Analog if analog output cards are present Dante and CobraNet if available The following screenshots show some routing options Module Outputs The eight DSP outputs Module Outputs are routed to the first eight AES outputs Source Destination Ca ES module Outputs OS DA E E nesispoIF Outputs 238 0545000 3 850558000 23450500
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76. AVE BEEN ADVISED ORALLY OR IN WRITING OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES Dolby Lake and the double D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Part Number 911002 Contour Ideal Graphic EQ Iso Float LimiterMax Mesa EQ Mesa Parametric EQ and Issue 5 Mesa Quad EQ are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories All other trademarks remain the property of their respective owners S08 18911 19138 2008 Dolby Laboratories All rights reserved i V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Table of Contents END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT AGREEMENT FOR DOLBY LABORATORIES INC DOLBY SOFTWARE RELATED TO THE DOLBY LAKE PROCESSOR IMPORTANT READ CAREFULLY This Agreement is a legal agreement between you either as an individual or an entity and Dolby for the software provided by Dolby in connection with your purchase or evaluation of the Dolby Lake Processor including without limitation the Dolby Lake Controller software that accompanies this Agreement which includes computer software and may include associated media printed materials online and electronic documentation Software YOU HEREBY AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT BY CLICKING THE ACCEPT BUTTON AT THE END OF THIS AGREEMENT INSTALLING COPYING OR OTHERWISE USING THE SOFTWARE IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT DO NOT CLICK THE ACCEPT BUTTON AT THE END OF THIS AGREEMENT INSTALL COPY OR
77. Always FO Manufacturer ID Byte One 00 20 5A for all Lake MIDI messaging Manufacturer ID Byte Two 6 Firstcharacter of Frame Name The Frame Name must be unique on the network Use capital alphanumeric values 8 Third character of Frame Name The Hex code 2D in the example above represents 9 Fourth character of Frame Name the character which is the default Frame Name Module Reference Module A 01 Module B 02 Module C 03 Mesa only Module D 04 Mesa only Signifies whether to mute or unmute Unmute 00 Mute 01 Finish SysEx Message Always F7 17 29 Change Group Input Delay through MIDI 05 Table 17 13 shows the SysEx message structure for changing Group Input Delay MIDI 05 Table 17 13 SysEx Message Structure for Group Input Delay MIDI 05 WASTE CARES CALDAS Message Table 17 14 describes the contents of the message fields Table 17 14 Message Fields for Group Input Delay MIDI 05 rere es JO Start SysEx Message Identifier Always FO 210 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual MIDI Control Cee ection Y Manufacturer ID Byte One 00 20 5A for all Lake MIDI messaging Manufacturer ID Byte Two Manufacturer ID Byte Three Identifies the message type 05 Change Group Input Delay MEA Identifies the Group number Group 1 01 through to Group 28 1C 7 1 00 gt 20 00 milliseconds of delay First pair of digits representing hundreds and thousands for
78. Combine is not applicable for linear phase crossovers Alignment Delay A linear phase response requires considerable processing the Alignment Delay function allows a linear phase response to be used in different circumstances depending on the maximum delay that can be permitted in conjunction with the crossover slope Steeper low frequency linear phase crossovers can be calculated with a longer alignment delay If a steep low frequency linear phase crossover is not required a shorter alignment delay can be utilized The label on this button reads Alignment Delay for linear phase crossovers and is not applicable for Classic crossovers or other module types V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 95 EQ Levels Menu Reference To change Alignment Delay settings 1 Tap Alignment Delay The currently selected delay setting is highlighted in orange 2 Tap the required delay setting A shorter alignment delay equals a shallower linear phase crossover transition band slope A longer alignment delay equals a steeper linear phase crossover transition band slope LP2way and LP3way modules use different Alignment Delay settings to the LP4way Table 5 6 shows the highest and lowest frequencies available for the Linear Phase Brick Wall 2 Way 3 Way along with associated rolloff per octave at these settings Table 5 6 Linear Phase Brick Wall 2 Way 3 Way Alignment Lowest dB Octave Highest dB Octave Delay Frequency Frequ
79. Controller If this switch is set to Grounded software control is disabled If AES SPDIF Outputs is selected tapping the magnifying glass icon displays the AES SPDIF Output Sample Rate Configuration screen Primary Clock SPC Clock Orange buttons selected clock and sample rate Tap blue button to change Primary Clock Locks to a sample rate of 48 96 or 192 kHz no sample rate conversion very low latency V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 133 Modules Menu Reference SRC Clock Locks to a sample rate of 44 1 88 2 or 176 4 kHz Note The signal from AES8 Dig Out 15 16 is also duplicated on the S PDIF output When Dante is available tapping the magnifying glass icon displays the Dante Configuration screen See Section 3 3 7 for details about Dante Minimum Latency Output Channel Labels NOTE When Dante is enabled ensure the SRC Clock is used to lock any additional digital signal to this processor 134 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual I O Contig 7 2 6 When CobraNet is available tapping the magnifying glass icon displays the CobraNet Configuration screen See Section 7 2 7 for more details Conductor status Performer Bundle Assignment Note Conductor Performer Priority is based on available Digital Clock Sources Priority 32 Inputs 1 8 via Bundle Mo Outputs 1 8 via Bundle Mo Outputs 9 16 via Bundle Mo Latency Technical Inf
80. Controller Manual 153 Modules Menu Reference 2 Tap Label Frame A keyboard displays Noc aaie Lle ation 3 Enter the name and tap OK The label displays in the frame 154 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Super Modules 7 8 5 De assigning a Super Module To de assign a super module 1 Tap the super module you want to de assign The scrolling bar displays the modules inside the super module No Configuration y eel nn m 2 2 u Label Und 5 d Frame 4 pcs 2 Tap De Assign Module 3 Tap the module icon s on the scrollbar to remove them from the super module 7 8 6 Remove Super Module To remove a super module 1 Tap the super module you want to remove 2 Tap Remove Super Mod A message appears warning you that removing the super model disassociates it with all the modules currently assigned to it 3 Tap Yes to proceed The super module disappears Note You can also remove a super module by selecting it and dragging it off to the scrollbar V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 155 Chapter 8 Module File Types The Dolby Lake Processor provides two distinct categories of crossovers Classic Bessel Butterworth and Linkwitz Riley crossovers are available with rolloff ranging from 6 dB octave to 48 dB octave Additionally the Processor provides unique Linear Phase Brick Wall crossovers providing zero phase shift with
81. EQ HPF LPF page and a Classic 4 Way crossover cannot be pasted into a Linear Phase Brick Wall 4 Way Note The crossover copy and paste functions transfer only the filter settings for the crossover and HPF LPF Contour or HPF LPF only Mesa EQ All levels and input EQ PEQ GEQ will not be affected on the destination module 94 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Crossovers and HPF LPF 9 3 9 Crossover Split Crossover Combine Alignment Delay This button s label depends on the state of the currently selected crossover and the module type Classic equals Split Combine linear phase equals Alignment Delay Crossover Split The label reads Crossover Split when a filter box is selected for a Classic crossover that is currently combined This function separates the HPF and LPF of a Classic crossover enabling independent adjustment of the crossover frequency and type To split a crossover tap a crossover filter box then tap Crossover Split Note Crossover Split is not applicable for linear phase crossovers Crossover Combine The label reads Crossover Combine when a filter box is selected for a Classic crossover that is currently split This function joins the separated Classic crossover filters together based on the frequency and type of the currently selected filter To combine a previously split crossover select the crossover filter box you wish to use then tap Crossover Combine Note Crossover
82. IP address selection 239 paste 164 Iso Float status 118 remove 164 keyboard shortcuts 173 191 group adjustments 66 Label amp Lock button 136 group EQ overlay label frame 208 insert or bypass 199 label group 163 group input label overlay 81 mute or unmute 201 labeling frames and modules 31 group levels 66 Latency Match 130 groups 55 214 level limits 68 209 219 Groups menu 161 levels 41 67 209 220 headroom adjusting 43 adjust 71 Levels Design worksheet 227 help and status messages 23 Levels functions 56 218 hex conversion for SysEx messages 198 Levels screen shortcuts 195 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 249 Index Levels screens 221 Mesa filter 52 cycle through 193 Mesa Parametric EQ 74 License 234 messages 23 limiter corner 70 SysEx 198 LimiterMax button 69 Meter Options button 72 limiters 69 meters 41 73 169 Linear Phase 2 way 92 93 157 MIDI 197 Linear Phase 3 way 92 93 158 MIDI 00 199 Linear Phase 4 way 89 90 93 159 MIDI 01 199 Linear Phase Classic 2 Way 123 MIDI 02 200 linear phase crossovers 89 156 MIDI 03 201 link frames or modules 165 MIDI 04 201 load new base configuration 211 MIDI 05 202 lobe studies 167 MIDI control 197 lock base configuration 210 MIDI functionality 197 lock module 214 minimizing the Lake Controller 24 lock polarity 71 228 mode locked modules 229 daylight 174 low output HPF 86 module 24 lowpass filter 90 assign graphics 227 set 94 delete 138 lowpass
83. Input Mute button mutes or unmutes the post input mixer signal If you would like to make adjustments to the levels of each physical input to the hardware processor tap the Input Mixer button below the module Input Muted button V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 47 Dolby Lake Controller Tutorial Adjusting Levels There are three ways to adjust the gain of an input or output e Make large changes 1 dB increments by tapping and sliding the fader e Make small adjustments 0 1 dB increments by tapping and dragging above below or to the left of each fader control e Adjust the gain to an exact value 0 01 dB increments by tapping the gain value directly and using the onscreen keyboard to enter the new value as follows 1 Tap the input gain value highlighted in blue at the top left of the screen 2 Enter 3 75 dB of gain and tap OK The same principles apply to adjusting other levels delays limiters and so on throughout the Dolby Lake Controller software To view update other types of levels simply tap the required type of level from the button bar Delay Limiter Max RMS and so on The faders and levels change to display the value of the selected level type Metering In the Levels interface all input and output levels are accompanied by metering Input meters show both average level and peak level with a user definable peak hold Output meters show the aforementioned level metering on the le
84. N Dolby Lake Controller Manual 233 Designer Mode Reference Table 18 2 HPF and LPF Types Butterworth Linkwitz Riley O E BE12 BU12 LR12 BE24 BU24 LR24 Classic Crossover Types The following HPF LPF types are allowed for crossover points only all HPF LPF fields except for the HPF on the lowest output channel and the LPF on the highest output channel for the module Table 18 3 Classic Crossover Types Butterworth Linkwitz Riley O E Linear Phase Crossover Types The following HPF LPF types are allowed for Linear Phase 2 Way and 3 Way module crossover points only all HPF LPF fields except for the HPF on the lowest output channel and the LPF on the highest output channel for the module Table 18 4 Linear Phase Crossover Types Linear Phase E Linear Phase Brick LP24 LP48 LPBW Note Linear phase crossovers require both sides of the crossover point to be the same crossover type Therefore if the one side of the crossover is changed the other side will change automatically 234 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Designer Worksheets Linear Phase Alignment Delay Unlike most values in the worksheet Alignment Delay is a module based value not a channel based value Therefore when the Alignment Delay value is changed for any channel all other channels of that module will be updated automatically Table 18 5 lists the allowable alignment delays for each module type Table 18
85. N Dolby Lake Controller Manual 237 Chapter 19 Firmware Upgrade Process This chapter describes the process upgrading firmware on the Dolby Lake Processor 19 1 Firmware Upgrade Using the Update Utility The firmware upgrade utilities allow fast upgrade for large networks of Dolby Lake Processors and Lake Contour Pro26 and Mesa Quad EQ processors To use the update utility to perform a Dolby Lake Processor firmware upgrade 1 Install the latest version of the Controller software Power on all Processors and configure using a wired network Select the Dolby Lake Processor firmware update utility from the Start gt Programs location By default these utilities are located in a folder labeled Dolby Lake Controller v5 0 gt Firmware Update Utilities Note To perform a firmware upgrade on a Contour Pro26 or Mesa Quad EQ unit tap the appropriate update utility from the Firmware Update Utilities folder Please select and use a wired network for performing firmware upgrades A loss of network connectivity could result in a failed firmware upgrade V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 239 Firmware Upgrade Process The Processors on the network will appear in a list with their current firmware versions displayed The firmware version to be loaded is shown at the top of the screen target firmware this will default to the latest version available Target firmware DLP v5 0 6 A4ugust O8 Dan
86. Recall 7 9 The left half of the screen displays all offline or virtual frames that are present in the system and the right half displays all online frames Note that to complete this replace operation all online destination frames must be on the module scrollbar and not is use in the current configuration Frames are sorted by Frame Type product configuration then by frame name If the product type and frame name match between an online and offline frame a number will automatically be assigned to the destination frame Pressing the ME SEL button on the front panel will identify the selected destination frame with yellow highlighting the first frame in the list is selected in the example above Assigning the Virtual Frames to the Destination Frames With the exception of very small systems the virtual offline frame must be labeled enable identification of which frame it is If the destination frame is also labeled with a matching name and is of the same product type and configuration the assignment will be automatic Tapping Start Replace will copy all data on all frames If the destination frames are not labeled 1 Type the corresponding offline virtual frame number into the editable field either via the onscreen or a manual keyboard 2 The destination frame will move up or down the list so that it is on the same row as its corresponding offline virtual frame 3 Tap Start Replace then tap YES to the confirmation mess
87. VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 187 Network Menu Reference 14 2 14 2 1 Analyzer Enable 14 2 2 Required Note The Dolby Lake Controller disables unused network adapters whenever communication errors occur Any adapters that have been disabled automatically will be enabled when the Controller has exited or when it is minimized Multiple Controllers Overview and Menu Options The Dolby Lake Controller system allows multiple Controllers to be connected to the same network When in this mode certain functionality is restricted The first Controller to connect to a network is called the primary Controller Any subsequent Controllers are referred to as secondary The options shown in Table 14 1 are available on the Multiple Controllers submenu Table 14 1 Multiple Controllers Options This button is available only on the primary Controller and is disabled gray on any secondary Controllers lti Manone When this button is active orange multiple Controllers are allowed on the same Enable network When the button is inactive blue only one Controller is allowed on the network This button is available only on the primary Controller and is disabled gray on any secondary Controllers Confirmation When this button is active orange a confirmation dialog box is displayed on the primary Controller when a secondary Controller attempts to connect If this button is inactive blue then additio
88. able 71 offline 182 lock 228 offline modules 185 pre limiter 72 online processor 183 184 preset mismatch 110 Open button 103 105 106 139 141 primary and secondary Controllers 180 options processor settings command line 241 for Controller 189 out of sync 187 quick system preset recall and comparison 109 output channel Read Only button 106 141 hidden 69 Recall as New System 59 103 output channels Recall as Sub System 59 auxiliary 96 Recall as Virtual 59 105 output configuration 124 Recall button 139 digital 124 Recall Compare button 104 overlay recall frame preset 199 label 81 recall module 139 View Only 213 recalling a system preset into multiple processors 108 overlay button 81 recommended video card settings 5 Overlay Delete button 81 redo 192 Overlay Flat button 83 release time 70 Overlay Label button 81 Remove button 138 Overlay New button 81 remove group 164 Overlay Paste Over button 81 remove unused channel meter and fader 213 overlays 82 Rename button 106 141 compare 82 Replace button 138 default 75 replace frame or module 137 hidden 75 replacing virtual modules 183 184 overwrite configuration file 104 requirements page computer 5 add 143 165 restrict level adjustments 219 page add 178 restricted access 66 page delete 178 restricted functionality 181 page hide 178 re sync process 186 page label 177 save base configuration file 211 page tabs 24 save module file 214 Pages menu 176 save module settings 59 parametric EQ 49 66
89. ads the file store overwrites the selected file New Store creates new file Recall as New System clears current configuration and loads the selected configuration Recall as Sub System retains the current configuration and appends the selected configuration Recall Compare allows a comparison between the data stored on file and the current system configuration Recall as Virtual loads the data from the file into a virtual offline system Store System stores the entire configuration Store Sub System stores only the data in the selected modules and groups Individual module settings can also be saved to a file The single module file stores everything about a particular module including its EQ overlays but does not retain frame data such as I O config or group assignments This file can be recalled into any module of the same type Contour Mesa To save the settings of a single module 1 Tap the Home button then tap Modules 2 Select the module My 3 Way 3 Tap Module Store Recall 4 Tap File Utilities then New Folder 5 Enter the folder name Test and tap OK 6 Tap File Util EXIT 7 Tap New Store name the file My 3 Way then tap OK Conclusion The preceding tutorial has introduced many of the concepts and features that you will need for regular use of the Dolby Lake Controller Please refer to the chapters following this tutorial for detailed reference information on all features and functionality of the software
90. age All offline virtual frame data will be transferred to the online frames Remove Tap Remove to delete the selected module from the current system configuration The module icon will appear back on the scroll bar indicating it is available for use To remove a module from the current system tap the module icon from the Modules menu and tap Remove Audio will not be affected unless the module is assigned to a group that contains settings that affect the audio of the module You can also remove a module by dragging the icon to the module scroll bar when in the Modules menu Note No warning message is displayed unless the selected module is assigned to a group In this instance removing the module from the work area de assigns the module from all groups it is currently assigned V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 145 Modules Menu Reference 7 6 7 6 1 146 Module Store Recall Tap the Module Store Recall button to view a submenu containing functions that load and save module and base configurations and to store frame presets The button bar displays the following options and a scroll bar with files and folders reates new Module file For detailed information on all of the module file types supported by the Dolby Lake Controller please refer to Section 3 7 Recall Open This button s function and label depends on whether a folder or file is selected It is inactive when neither a file no
91. ained together and run Dante Recommended Latency 0 8ms V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 23 Dolby Lake Controller Installation More than two Dolby Lake Processors should not be daisy chained together when Dante is being used The use of Dante across wireless networks as shown below is not supported Please refer to the Audinate document AUD ANO QoS RecommendedNetworkTopologies V1 2 pdf for further details regarding network topologies located in the Literature section of the Dolby Lake Controller software installer or from our software download request page http www dolby com professional live sound support download Isdr_form aspx or find further Dante support information on the support forum http livesoundforum dolby com 24 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Chapter 3 Dolby Lake Controller Tutorial This tutorial will help you start using the Dolby Lake Controller software quickly and easily by providing an overview of common features There are many underlying details not covered in this tutorial so please refer to the other sections of this manual for detailed reference information The tutorial examples will guide you through basic setup procedures You must have at least one Dolby Lake Processor connected to the Controller to proceed with this tutorial Additionally the tutorial assumes that you are starting with a factory reset Processor w
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93. ake Processors on the network Network setup and configuration is fast and easy simply hook up all the devices on the network and the Dolby Lake Controller software will detect and communicate with all devices as required 10 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual PC Networking Setup 2 3 2 Ethernet Link Layer Figure 2 1 TCP IP Protocol Suite All hardware Dolby Lake Processors are configured to use Automatic Private Addressing which allocates IP addresses from the range 169 254 x x In most scenarios this automatic allocation setting will not need to be changed However if the Processors will be part of a more sophisticated network setup as part of a larger installation you can change the IP address allocation method using the Dolby Lake Controller software IP Address Configuration The network card of the host computer running the Dolby Lake Controller must have a valid IP address to communicate with Dolby Lake Processors on the network By default Windows computers are configured to obtain an IP address automatically This default setup will work successfully for most configurations and is the recommended starting point On an unmanaged network this option will allocate the PC an IP address from the range 169 254 x x If using automatic IP address allocation please ensure your Ethernet switch and or Dolby Lake Processor s are turned on and connected to your PC for a minute or so before starting the
94. al 159 Module File Types 8 2 2 Classic 3 Way 3 Auxiliary Outputs ase Lond F Input 1 Input 3 Input 2 Input 4 AES Out 1 2 3 Cobrahet Out 1 2 3 Analog Out 1 2 3 Frame DEMO Module B Saux Base Contig Mo Base Cfg Input 1 Input 3 Input 2 Input 4 AES Out 4 5 6 Cobhranet Out 4 5 amp Analog OUt 4 5 6 The signal paths for both these modules look similar but the Classic 3 Way shown in module A has a single crossover page providing specific frequency bands from each output The 3 Auxiliary Outputs module provides three full bandwidth channels per module Each of these outputs can be configured independently as required using traditional highpass and lowpass filters which are available on each independent Auxiliary Output page Note The Classic 2 Way Classic Linear Phase 2 Way 1 Auxiliary Output Classic Linear Phase 3 Way and Classic 3 Auxiliary Outputs modules can be used in any combination on all available modules 8 2 3 Classic 3 Way 1 Auxiliary Output with Classic 2 Way 2 Aux The Classic 3 Way 1 Auxiliary Output CL3w 1a module allows the remaining two output channels to be configured as either Classic 2 Way or 2 Auxiliary Outputs 160 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Classic Crossovers Auxiliary Outouts Separate input EQ PEQ GEQ is available for the CL3w 1a and the 2 Way 2 Aux modules As with the Classic 2 way 1 Auxiliary Output modules the Auxiliary cha
95. and transferred to subsequently assigned modules Tap the modules you want to be part of the super module The modules are then assigned to the super module and removed from the main area The modules contained in the super module appear in the scrolling bar when the super module is selected Blank System Configuration a Super Mod EQ Levels or Module EQ Levels These functions enable you to view or change the EQ levels of a module or super module When a module is selected you change only the EQ and level of that module When a super module is selected you change the EQ and level for all modules contained in that super module See Chapter 5 for more information on EQ levels To view the EQ levels of a module or super module 1 2 Tap the module or super module to select it Tap Super Mod EQ Levels or Module EQ Levels A PEQ1 tab displays equalizer parameters and specific levels It also contains a Frequency Lock button and an A B button V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 151 Modules Menu Reference 7 8 3 SM Routing I O Config The SM Routing function displays the super module output routing pop up window It shows each of the elemental modules contained in the super module and its available output routing options To route a super module 1 From Home tap Modules 2 Select a Super Module in the main area 3 Tap SM Routing The Super Module Output Routing screen appears Note I O Conf
96. ange 2 Tap the All Mute button 3 Tap Solo Mute Enable or Solo Mute Exit to resume normal status 176 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Chapter 11 11 1 11 2 Icon Control Menu Reference The functionality provided through the Icon Control menu allows you to configure the size of icons displayed on pages and can also change icons to show input and output meters You can configure pages to provide an overview of all modules on the network providing a system monitoring interface including both level and limiting activity Meters On Off This feature is active for modules and groups when an icon is selected Meters on the icon display input and output levels limiting clipping and the module label To toggle meters on and off 1 Tap Icon Control from the Home menu 2 Tap Meters On Off The button illuminates orange 3 Tap the module or group icon to toggle between Meters On Off 4 Tap Meters On Off again to exit this mode The Icon Small Icon Normal Icon Medium and Icon Large buttons described next are active only when a module or group icon is selected from the main work area and the Meters On Off mode is not selected the Meters On Off button is blue Icon Small Normal Medium Large Tap the icon size buttons to change the size of the selected module or group icon V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 177 Icon Control Menu Reference The four icon si
97. anual AO y Auto 48 MACAO a Locked Config 48 96 192 KHZ ab kHz Locked Detection 48 96 192 kHz OVERRIDDEN BY DANTE Slave to Dante Network Manual 44 E AA Config EE ETE Gwe ora Manual 48 Manual 48 locks to Config 48 96 192 kHz Available VO via Primary Clock 48 96 192kHz Available VO via SRC Clock 46 96 192kHz V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 119 Modules Menu Reference CobraNet Clock For Dolby Lake Processors containing a CobraNet card with a valid CobraNet signal the Clock Source Selector scroll bar will display primary clock and 96 kHz internal clock as shown in the following example Auto locks to Auto 44 locks to 48 96 192 kHz PAR 44 1 88 2 176 4 kHz Manual locks to ae 4 Auto 48 locks to 48 96 192 kHz 48 96 192 kHz Manual 44 locks to 44 1 88 2 176 4 kHz Manual 48 locks to 48 96 192 kHz CobraNet status Available I O via Primary Clock Available O via SRC Clock To manually selecta fixed clock source tap an availible clock frorn the scrollbar and tap again on the required clock location E J The CobraNet network decides which CobraNet device will control the clock setting For further information on CobraNet please refer to Section 7 2 7 Note CobraNet clock information is available only when a CobraNet card is installed 7 2 2 Input Configuration Each input may be configured to use any available input source Sources include AES EBU digital inputs S PDIF digita
98. area The majority of functions are available enabling full offline configuration Virtual frames do not have an associated hardware processor identifier and therefore a replace function is used to assign the module to a real hardware Processor See Section 3 3 for details about Contour and Mesa modules Virtual Frames l O Card Configuration This function enables the user to create a virtual Dolby Lake Processor that has the desired input and output cards Users can create a virtual system with all input and output assignments and then use real Dolby Lake Processors that have the same I O settings for the show The following screen contains two sections The upper section displays a diagram of the input output card configuration on a Dolby Lake Processor The lower section consists of a scrolling bar that contains analog input analog output and CobraNet input output cards You can drag an input output card to the Dolby Lake Processor V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 191 Network Menu Reference 14 3 3 Replacing Virtual Frames with an Online Processor The Module Store Recall or Copy Paste Replace functions can be used to transfer the data from a virtual frame to an online frame Individual modules created offline can be stored as module files and recalled into an online Processor Offline system configurations can be stored and recalled and then each frame can be replaced with an online Proces
99. as been preconfigured and set up appropriately we now need to configure the tablet PC to connect to this access point To configure the tablet PC 1 Open Network Connections and double tap Wireless Network Connection Wireless Network Connection f 2 x The following wireless network s are available To access a wireless network select it from the list and then click Connect Available wireless networks _ f you are having difficulty connecting to a network click Advanced Advanced Cancel 2 Tap Advanced then tap Add to add a preferred network Prefered networks Automatically connect to available networks in the order listed heln Move ip Mave don Mave don Renae Properties Leam about setting up wireless network configuration Advanced me Parral 3 Specify the network name exactly as you have it configured on the access point Remember the SSID is case sensitive Wireless network properties 3 xj Association Authentication Network name SSID LakeCTR5253_0001_au teens network key 0 O O 18 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual PC Networking Setup 4 Tap OK to continue The SSID will now appear in the Preferred networks list Prefered networks Automatically connect to available networks in the order listed below A LakeCTR5253 0001 au Move Jp Move down Remove Froperties Leam about se
100. assword or key between wireless network devices to differentiate them from each other The SSID must be exactly the same on all wireless devices the access point and all Controller host computers The SSID is case sensitive Although the SSID differentiates among wireless systems it does not provide security to the network Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP is a security protocol for wireless networks defined in the 802 11 standard WEP provides the same level of security as a wired network by encrypting data over radio waves to protect it during transmission The preconfigured networking package sets the SSID for you The SSID can be found on the back of preconfigured access points and is a number unique to your wireless access package WEP encryption is not enabled This should be necessary only if you plan on using an existing LAN that includes sensitive information We recommend that WEP encryption be enabled if any other computers are connected to your Ethernet network To make a connection between the Controller PC and the access point locate the SSID found on the label on the back of your access point If you are using an access point that has not been preconfigured please refer to your specific access point s documentation for further information V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 17 Dolby Lake Controller Installation 2 3 6 Configuring the Tablet PC for Wireless Networking Assuming that the access point h
101. ating to the MaxRMS and MaxPeak limiters MaxRMS Level Tap the MaxRMS Level button to display the maximum RMS signal level dB allowed at the output An orange bar moves downward from the top of the channel meter to indicate the limiting amount To adjust Limiter MaxRMS values drag the fader D for large increments drag above or below the fader for fine adjustment or tap the value A for keyboard entry The MaxRMS Level value is relative to the factory MaxRMS value dBu While dragging the fader the total value is displayed in the status bar as dBu rms dBV rms and Vrms MaxRMS Corner MaxRMS Corner applies to modules only this function is inactive if a group is selected V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 73 EQ Levels Menu Reference The Limiter Corner softens the MaxRMS limiting by creating a curve that gradually introduces limiting This function is similar to an audio compressor s knee function For example if MaxRMS Level equals 6 dB and Limiter Corner equals 4 dB limiting begins gradually when the Max RMS level reaches 10 dB and increases until maximum limiting occurs at 6 dB Tap the MaxRMS Corner button to display the value dB for each channel of the selected module To adjust Limiter Corner values drag the fader D or tap the value A for keyboard entry MaxRMS Attack and MaxRMS Release MaxRMS Attack and Release applies to modules only these functions are inactive
102. ation files These can be created if required using default module files 18 1 2 Designer Mode The functions available in Designer Mode can be used with or without password protection By default the Designer Mode password is empty allowing unprotected access to Designer Mode in a new installation of the Dolby Lake Controller software To access Designer Mode 1 From Home tap User Preferences 2 Tap Designer Functions 3 Tap Designer Mode Additional buttons on the button bar become active providing functions specific to Designer Mode 214 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Designer Mode Basics 18 1 3 When Designer Mode is active the text Designer Mode appears above the toolbar Designer Mode LE a button below toc LLL L the 2 at selec la Module or Password Protection of Designer Mode Each software installation has one Designer Mode password This password is stored on the host computer and is relevant for any system configuration To password protect Designer Mode 1 Tap the Change Password button 2 Enter a password and tap OK 3 Confirm the password and tap OK It is important that you record the Designer Mode password in a safe place Once the password is set it will always be required to enter Designer Mode Note If the Designer Mode password is forgotten please contact livesoundsupport dolby com for details on password retrieval Simple Designer Mode System Security
103. ay configuring your PC s networking interfaces for both wired and wireless operation and verifying your connection to the Dolby Lake Processor hardware e Chapter 3 Dolby Lake Controller Tutorial provides a tutorial that introduces you to the features of the software and the terminology utilized in the user interface V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 1 Introduction e Chapter 4 Home Menu Reference describes all of the top level functions of the button bar located at the bottom of the Dolby Lake Controller user interface e Chapter 5 EQ Levels Menu Reference details all of the functions found within the EQ Levels menu This menu provides the most commonly used functions within the Dolby Lake Controller e Chapter 6 System Store and Recall Menu Reference describes all menu functions related to saving and recalling system configuration files e Chapter 7 Modules Menu Reference details all of the functions found in the Modules menu including how to save and recall module files Super Module functionality adjusting the I O configuration of Modules and Super Modules and accessing other module specific functions e Chapter 8 Module File Types provides a reference for all of the available module file types including traditional crossovers linear phase crossovers and Mesa EQ modules e Chapter 9 Groups Menu Reference describes groups which provide a sophisticated way to partit
104. bandwidth as shown Levels XOV ri 5 Change the center frequency of the parametric filter by tapping and dragging inside the vertical divider lines of the EQ tool f Levels XOVER J PEQ1 TN a y ed 6 Drag the parametric filter into the same frequency range as the GEQ2 filters to see the result of all the filters the white composite line in the previous figure 3 4 4 Add a New EQ Overlay To add a new EQ overlay 1 Tap Overlay Functions 2 Tap Overlay New 56 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Equalization By default a new overlay is parametric but can be changed to graphic by tapping the Overlay GEQ button You can also change an overlay from graphic to parametric by tapping this same button which will read Overlay PEQ in this instance 3 4 5 Mesa Filter The Mesa filter is a highly versatile filter that can rapidly adjust a loudspeaker s frequency response The Mesa filter provides a fast effective optimization tool that truly matches a loudspeaker s asymmetric response The Mesa filter allows independent adjustment of the slopes and center frequencies of the lower and higher edges To add a Mesa filter to the new PEQ3 overlay 1 Tap the Mesa filter type at the top of the EQ interface 2 Tap the EQ display near the frequency you wish to insert the Mesa filter V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 57 Dolby Lake Controller Tutorial
105. based on the generic rules for certain keys as shown in Table 16 2 Table 16 2 Standard Keyboard Shortcuts Moves forward to the right through pages Main work area screens or EQ overlay tabs Shift Used with Tab reverses the order or page screen navigation Used with the arrow keys switches between Fine and Normal Adjustment modes Levels EQ Xover Aux Permanently selects Fine or Normal Adjustment mode Levels EQ Xover Aux Does not Caps Lock work in conjunction with Tab Allows a key to perform another related function 200 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual EQ Levels Xover and Aux Screens General 16 5 EQ Levels Xover and Aux Screens General For the purposes of keyboard shortcut navigation the Tab functions will cycle through all Levels screens if a Levels screen is selected or through all Xover Aux EQ screens if any Xover Aux EO screen is selected Table 16 3 Tab Shortcuts Tab Ctrl Cycles forward through the visible screens for either Levels or Xover Aux EQ depending on what is currently selected Tab Moves forward to the right through visible screens overlays When the last screen overlay is reached it will cycle back to the first screen overlay Moves backward to the left through visible screens overlays On the screen overlay it Tab Shift will cycle to the last screen overlay 16 5 1 GEQ Overlay Shortcuts Table 16 4 GEQ Overlay Shortcut
106. bmenus available on the Xover page are described in the Button Bar following sections 5 3 1 Using the Highpass Filter HPF Enable The highpass filter filters all frequencies below the specified frequency Input HPF and Low Output HPF are available Input HPF affects all output channels Low Output HPF affects only the lowest output of the module These two different modes of operation are provided 90 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Crossovers and HPF LPF 9 3 2 in order to satisfy the requirements of various loudspeaker manufacturers required signal processing configurations To set the Low Output HPE 1 Tap HPF Enable then tap HPF Select 2 Select a filter from the scroll bar 24 dB or less 3 Tap HPF Set then Yes to the warning message To change the HPF to affect all outputs Input HPF 1 Tap Crossover Functions then HPF Functions 2 Tap Input HPF While in this mode move the HPF center frequency and note how it affects all outputs of the module Note The center frequency of the HPF can be set to a minimum of 10 Hz using the Filter Edit function Using PEQ Filters on the Xover Screen The Xover screen provides low shelf B parametric C and high shelf D filters to shape the audio from each output as required When used on the Xover screen the parametric EQ filters affect only the selected output Note Only the PEQ filter points and filter boxes of the selected outpu
107. by Lake Controller Tutorial Figure 3 7 shows a traditional third octave graphic EQ filter in comparison to a third octave raised cosine filter The area highlighted gray shows the difference between the two filter shapes Magnitude dB 500 630 800 1000 1250 1600 2000 Frequency Hz Figure 3 7 Comparison of Raised Cosine and Traditional Third Octave Filters EQ Overlays The concept of EQ overlays is another innovative feature of the Dolby Lake Processor system Tap the PEQ1 tab at the top of the page GEQ2 and PEQ1 are two different EQ overlays The white line represents the composite response of all EQ overlays It now shows the wideband 6 dB boost created in the GEQ2 tab In the next section we will see how multiple EQ overlays interact 3 4 3 Parametric EQ To add a parametric filter to the PEQ1 overlay 1 Tap the parametric filter at top of the EQ display 54 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Equalization 2 Tap the screen near 125 Hz to insert the filter there Levels xover PEQ1 Geo2 A The parametric filter tool is similar to graphic EQ tool except the filter bandwidth is adjustable 3 Tap and drag the red X up to boost the volume of this frequency ET XOVER FEGI AM GETA V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 55 Dolby Lake Controller Tutorial 4 Tap and drag either of the vertical end lines on the filter tool to increase the
108. cate icons in the different sub system files that you create so when loaded they are in different locations or pages This function adds the modules super modules and groups to your current configuration or replaces the data if the processor is currently in use 6 4 Recall Compare The Recall Compare button enables you to compare a system configuration file to the current system configuration stored in the Dolby Lake Processors This button is active only when a file is selected To compare the current configuration with one stored in a file 1 Tap System Store Recall 2 Navigate to the file you wish to compare 3 Tap the file icon to select it 4 Tap Recall Compare 5 Confirm the action by tapping the Yes button in the warning message 108 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Store Subsystem This function can help identify any changes that have been made since a file was loaded Modules with altered data are identified by a red disc behind their normal icon indicating the Dolby Lake Controller is out of sync with the Processor Note Recall Compare does not overwrite any data in the Processors Audio will not be changed until you tap the button labeled Use data in controller 6 5 Recall as Virtual The Recall as Virtual button enables you to work on a system file when no physical units are connected All frames are seen as virtual Once the system has been designed the virtual frames can be replaced by physical
109. cate the limiting amount To adjust Limiter MaxPeak values drag the fader D for large increments drag above or below the fader for fine adjustment or tap the value A for keyboard entry The MaxPeak Level value is relative to the factory MaxPeak value dBu pk While dragging the fader the total value is displayed in the status bar as dBu pk dBV pk and Vpk Input Headroom This function is only available for Modules on the Contour Pro26 and Mesa Quad EQ Input Headroom is configured via I O Config gt Input Configuration for the Dolby Lake Processor and is not available for groups To adjust input headroom values drag the fader D for large increments drag above or below the fader for fine adjustment or tap the value A for keyboard entry Enable Mute This button locks and unlocks the mute buttons and is active by default that is muting or unmuting is allowed When the button is active orange channel muting via the Controller is enabled When the button is inactive blue channel muting is disabled Enable Polarity This button locks or unlocks the polarity buttons and is inactive by default polarity buttons locked When the button is active orange the polarity can be changed When the button is inactive blue the polarity cannot be changed Note If asystem designer has locked out polarity changes on one or more outputs the polarity button for the outputs will not be displayed in User mode Label Channe
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111. ce To locate a particular processor tap the Sel button on the front panel to center that unit on the scroll bar Note A frame can only be replaced with a frame of the same product type that is not currently in the work area that is it must be available on the module scroll bar All modules of a frame must be present on the module scroll bar for the Replace Frame function to work For the Dolby Lake Processor the source and destination frames must be in the same configuration for Contour Mesa or Contour Mesa hybrids 7 4 4 Complete Replace This button completes the Replace Frame function This function is active only when the Replace button is selected and a destination module has been selected from the module scroll bar Unless a virtual frame is selected all modules in the work area are returned to the scroll bar and those previously on the scroll bar are loaded with the data from the source frame and become part of the system configuration 7 4 5 Batch Replace This button is active blue regardless of whether a module is selected in the work area When tapped as screen similar to that shown below will be displayed DLP Contour DLP CnotriMes a DLP Mesa a IE el Enterthe destination frame number to match the offline frame s you would like to replace Online frames without a rae destination number will be ignored during the batch replace 144 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Module Store
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113. configured as a loudspeaker processor the module scroll bar displays virtual frame icons and four Contour modules Note A virtual frame is always accessible whether or not the Dolby Lake Controller is connected to a network of Processors Virtual frames allow offline adjustment of module parameters which enables entire systems to be designed offline Virtual frames can be replaced with online frames once you are connected to a system network We now need to place the Contour modules on the Main page to enable adjustment 1 Inthe scroll bar tap module A once All four module icons move out of the scroll bar with your mouse or stylus 30 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Modules and Frames 2 Tap the Main page where you wish to place the modules of the selected frame All select a function No Configuration de Modules Copy Paste Module Super rol tone cotos otis Ih vo coria loo Lo ER M1 este DT The Processor hardware now synchronizes with the Controller During the synchronization process the Controller gathers all of the current settings of the hardware Processor 3 Once the Processor is synchronized with the Controller tap the I O Config button to bring up the I O Config page This view shows the block diagram of the current signal processing configuration of the Processor 4 Tap the Frame Config button and then tap the Contour MEq Reset button 5 O Analog Iso Float Configuration Lev
114. d 199 16 1 Enabling Disabling Keyboard ShortCULS oooccccccccononnccnnccnnnnnnncnnnnnnnnncnnnnnnonnancnnnnnnnnnannrnnnnns 199 16 2 General Keyboard Shortcuts ii a A a A a AAA ADA 199 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual xi Contents 16 8 Buton A tha dgucwitenauantaeineseoscegeedsaneto een este 200 16 3 1 COMEL SWITCNIN G srta nana 200 16 3 2 Main Navigation Function Buttons oocccconncnccccnoncnccncnnnnnnnoncncnnnnnnnnnnnnnrcnnnnnnonrnnoncnnnns 200 poes Asia Dye 9142 1 a 0 EPR PEPE Tn tae 200 16 4 Shortcut COMBINAON KEYS evisos 200 16 5 EQ Levels Xover and Aux Screens General y A eects 201 16 91 GEO Overlay NOUS bso 201 1652 PEQOVenay SROMCUIS vuastainaaca lts 201 16 5 3 KOver AuxX Screen SNONMCUIS a 202 16 5 4 Levels Sereen SnOnrncCutS ia 203 External Control Interaccion 205 Ti AMX and Cresiron Controller oia 205 122 MIDEN TO e ie dd tees 205 EAT CON CIVIC Wise cie 205 7 2 2 Avaliable Functionality va MUDA 205 17 2 3 Hex Conversion for SysEx Messages cooccccccccoocccconooccnnononnconononanonononannnnnonancnnnonannoss 206 17 2 4 Frame Preset Recall via MIDI 00 ocoooncccnnnconnnnccccnnoncnconcnconnnonnnononncnnnnnnnonrnconencnns 207 17 25 Insert Bypass Group EQ Overlay through MIDI 01 ooooccccnccccncncccnncccnnnccccnnccnnnnnnos 207 17 2 6 Insert Bypass Module EQ Overlay through MIDI 02 cccccccccccnccnnccccconoccnnococonononos 208 17 2 7 Mute Unmute Group Inpu
115. d label that describes the module s use or speaker type 32 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Modules and Frames e Module selection and clip indicator The module icon border is yellow to indicate the module is selected If it flashes red a channel on that module is clipping e Input mute indicator If the central round part of the icon is red the input is muted if the icon is blue the input is not muted e Output mute indicators Display as small red bars when the outputs are muted and are absent if unmuted The number of mute indicators depends on the number of output channels in the selected module type The default configuration for a Contour module is a set of 24 dB per octave Linkwitz Riley three way crossovers with frequencies centered at 250 and 1 600 Hz The default module label is CL3way which is an abbreviation for Classic 3 Way configuration The default configuration for a Mesa EQ module is a flat frequency response without any EQ filters inserted The default module label is Mesa EQ 3 3 4 Selecting and Moving Icons Multiple icons may be selected via the Modules Groups Pages and Icon Control menus providing a faster solution to graphical arrangement of the work area For example multiple icons can be dragged back to the scroll bar moved or copied to another page tab TS ee Designer Mode Select a Module from either the scrolling bar or the page TT eee C V5 1
116. digital audio networking makes use of Apple s Bonjour zero configuration networking to automatically identify all Dante devices on the network It is imperative that Bonjour is installed on the Dolby Lake Controller PC The default starting point is for all processors to be left with this factory reset automatic IP address range with the controller PC configured to Obtain an IP address automatically If problems are encountered or you require a more complex configuration please refer to a network specialist and in the case of a Dante audio network refer also to Dante specific configuration documentation and the Dolby Live Sound forum http livesoundforum dolby com If desired you can also use Class A Class B or Class C private IP address ranges These addresses require additional configuration and thus more knowledge of IP addresses and networking For reference Table A 1 shows a few private IP address ranges that are recommended for use with the Dolby Lake Processor and Dolby Lake Controller network Table A 1 Recommended Private IP Addresses a ee 169 254 x x Automatic Private IP Address Default se 172 16 x x through 172 31 x x 192 168 0 x through 192 168 255 x We recommend that you configure the network with a private IP address within the ranges shown in Table A 1 In reality you can configure Dolby Lake Processors and Dolby Lake Controllers to communicate over a network using any IP address and subnet mask c
117. dule can have up to eight overlays groups can have up to four Overlay Paste Over After using the Overlay Copy action tapping Overlay Paste Over pastes the copied data into the selected overlay overwriting its previous content Overlay Label Overlay Label is a user defined value that appears on the overlay tab at the top of the screen To label an overlay Tap the desired overlay tab Tap Overlay Label Enter the label name using the onscreen keyboard or an external keyboard Tap OK Pe ee AA V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 85 EQ Levels Menu Reference 5 2 14 Overlay Bypass Overlay Insert Overlay Compare This button s label changes depending on whether the selected overlay is currently active or bypassed If the overlay is active the button reads Overlay Bypass Tap the button to bypass the overlay A bypassed overlay is displayed at the bottom of the screen just above the button bar If the overlay is bypassed the button reads Overlay Insert Tap the button to insert the overlay An active overlay is displayed at the top of the screen If a bypassed overlay is placed directly underneath an active overlay the button reads Overlay Compare Note An overlay can also be bypassed by dragging the overlay tab down to the bottom or inserted by dragging up to the top of the screen In Compare mode dragging either overlay up or down swaps the active bypassed overlay A B Overlay Co
118. dules Place module A of a frame on the Main page or select an existing module Tap Module Store Recall Select an Auxiliary Output file from the scroll bar and tap Recall E NE Tap Yes for both warning messages Default ModulesiContour Auxiliary Stereo Insert Tap to take a snapshot of the current screen 6 After loading an Auxiliary Output module file access EQ Levels for this module by tapping Store Recall Exit then tap EQ Levels 5 4 2 Adding Output Specific EQ The available overlays for the 3 Auxiliary Outputs module are shown here The Levels section of the Dolby Lake Controller is identical to that for other modules as is the functionality for PEQ1 and GEQ2 Please refer to Section 5 1 for further information V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 101 EQ Levels Menu Reference The Xover tab is not displayed because it is not relevant for this module type The Xover tab will be present for the Classic 2 Way 1 Auxiliary Output CL2w 1a module Three additional Aux tabs are present providing individual highpass lowpass and EQ filters for each output 1 Tap Aux 1 to select the Auxiliary Output tab for output 1 2 Add a low and a high shelf filter The screen should look similar to the following figure EQ added to an Aux tab affects only the associated output Module and group PEQ and GEQ still affect all outputs of the module 5 4 3 Highpass and Lowpass Filters The h
119. e Bt 2 a Tap OK The scroll bar displays the new file Base Configuration A base configuration file defines a starting point for the module setup It contains EQ and levels settings invisible to the user which represent the appropriate general configuration for a particular speaker type EQ and levels settings for an existing module and crossover settings for Contour may be saved as a base configuration for future use when configuring new modules A system designer can also lock access to the Xover screen Contour or HPF LPF screen Mesa EQ within the base configuration file For details on this function please refer to Chapter 18 The Recall Open Store and New Store functions operate identically as described above but the available files folders in the scroll bar change when Base Configuration is selected To store or recall a base configuration file Select a module icon in the work area Tap Module Store Recall from the Modules menu Tap Base Configuration Navigate to the desired folder file P cee I ae Use the Recall Store New Store functions as required Note A base configuration file cannot be stored from a virtual frame V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 147 Modules Menu Reference 7 6 5 File Utilities This button provides a submenu containing further functions that manage files and folders from within the Dolby Lake Controller Open This button is active only when
120. e Tap Label Exit then Module Store Recall Tap Base Configuration Navigate to the desired folder location or create a new folder pS E Tap New Store enter Base Config Test and tap OK The file is stored in the folder you navigated to prior to storing and the screen appears similar to the following figure In addition to locking the crossover HPF LPF and EQ of a base configuration file the entire file can be protected from accidental deletion To secure the base configuration file 1 Tap File Utilities Select the Base Config Test base configuration file from the scroll bar Tap Read Only Notice that the Delete button is now disabled for this file Na Y NA Y Note For further protection base configuration file utilities are disabled when in User Mode To load the new base configuration file into module B of the Processor 1 Tap File Util Exit then tap the module B icon to select it 2 Select the Base Config Test file on the scroll bar and tap Recall 3 Tap Yes to the warning message All data changed during this tutorial is loaded into module B and because the base configuration was locked some data is now invisible or protected Navigate to the various sections of module B to verify the changes made to the base configuration file V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 219 Designer Mode Reference Factory Levels are locked Level Limits are locked The Input Dela
121. e Tap the Pages button from the Home menu to display a submenu with functions that manage the Main work area of the system along with the module and group icons The default system setting is one page labeled Main Large systems with many modules and groups may require additional pages The functions described in this chapter may be used to manage pages and copy or move icons across the pages The following example shows a configuration containing three pages one containing groups for main front of house EQ and Levels another for monitor EQ and Levels and another to store all the module icons e MN MN MN V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 184 Page Label 13 1 13 2 13 3 13 4 Cut Icon The Cut Icon button is active only when a module or group icon is selected To move an icon from one page to another 1 Tap a module or group icon on the work area Tap Cut Icon Select another page using the tabs at top of the screen or tap Add Page if no other pages exist 4 Tap Paste Icon Copy Icon The Copy Icon button is active only when a module or group icon is selected More than one copy of an icon can exist on different pages To copy an icon 1 Tap a module or group icon on the work area 2 Tap Copy Icon 3 Select another page using the tabs at top of screen or tap Add Page if no other pages exists 4 Tap Paste Icon Note There can be only one c
122. e ConductorPertormer Priority is based on available Digital Clock Sources BN inputs 1 8 via Bundle No Priority 25 Cutouts 1 6 via Bundle Mo Tir dy Ma utputs 9 16 via Bundle No Tr Latency Technical Info Ny 2 333 ms Latency IP Address 192 168 10018 2 666 ms Latency WAC Address 00 12 36 04 00 20 Y 1 3593 ms Laten cy Firmware DLP Cobranet 0 11 Use the settings above to configure CobraNnet digital audio network for this processor Bundle assignment ranges Multicast 1 255 Unicast 256 65279 136 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual I O Contig Conductor Status Displays either Conductor or Performer A Conductor provides the digital clock to the CobraNet network Performers lock to the Conductor s digital clock Priority An automatically assigned value based on the clock selection as defined in Table 7 2 The CobraNet network uses this value to determine which processor will become the Conductor Latency A user defined setting for CobraNet specific latency Ensure all CobraNet devices on the network are configured with the same latency selection Bundle Assignment A user defined bundle numbering CobraNet bundles contain eight audio channels 20 bit 48 kHz which are numbered to enable another device to use these channels from the CobraNet network Bundle assignment ranges are 0 not assigned 1 255 Multicast Bundle 256 65279 Unicast Bundle Addresses A user defi
123. e configurations can be stored in the processor a maximum of six are available for the Mesa EQ and Contour Processors These settings can be activated instantly using the front panel without the use of the Dolby Lake Controller software The Frame Presets button provides a submenu containing the following functions Store This button is active only when a module of an online frame is selected and a preset location is selected that is not empty such as when overwriting an existing preset To overwrite the settings of the frame preset Load or configure both modules of the frame with the required settings Tap a module icon of the frame containing the data you wish to store Tap Frame Presets from the Module Store Recall menu Po ee E a Select a previously used preset location and tap Store Store With New Name This button is active only when a module of an online frame is selected and a preset location is selected The function is similar to Store but always provides the onscreen keyboard for entering a preset name Clear This button is active only when a module of an online frame is selected and a preset location containing data is selected To delete the data in a preset location 1 Tap a module icon of the frame containing the preset for deletion 2 Select the preset location from the scroll bar 3 Tap Clear then Yes to the warning message V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 149 Modules
124. e the network In a multiple Controller environment it is recommended that the primary Controller is either wired to the network or kept within range of the wireless transmitter to ensure that all Controllers can function without interruption Note When using multiple Controllers each Controller must have a unique IP address Restricted Functionality Various system functions are restricted when Multiple Controllers mode is active The following figure shows the functions available on the Home menu while in Multiple Controllers mode The menu buttons shown in gray are unavailable Note the Primary label on the far right of the help text above the Undo button This identifies the Controller status and will read Secondary for all secondary Controllers Tap a button below to configure the system select a Module or Group above to EQ and set Levels PRIMARY ee eS ras ese lt lt fun System Recall and System Presets are disabled on the System Store Recall menu Both the primary and secondary Controllers can store system files while in Multiple Controllers mode Certain functions on the EQ Levels Crossover screens are also restricted when using Multiple Controllers mode Any unavailable function is identified by a gray button To restore full functionality the primary Controller has the ability to disable Multiple Controllers mode using the Multi Cont Enable button Disabling Multiple Controllers mode disconnects all secondary
125. ea Z O O MO E Delete To change the crossover type 1 Tap a crossover filter box then tap Crossover Select 2 Drag the scroll bar left or right and tap the desired crossover 3 Tap Crossover Set then Yes to the warning message HPF Select This button reads HPF Select and is active only when a highpass filter box is selected Follow the process described for Crossover Select to set the highpass filter LPF Select This button reads LPF Select and is active only when a lowpass filter box is selected Follow the process described for Crossover Select to set the lowpass filter Note The LPF is enabled via the HPF LPF Functions menu 5 3 7 HPF Set LPF Set Crossover Set Filter Bypass Filter Insert This button has various states depending on the status of the selected filter For further details refer to Section 5 3 6 HPF Set The button reads HPF Set when a highpass filter has been selected from the HPF Select scroll bar LPF Set This button reads LPF Set when a lowpass filter has been selected from the LPF Select scroll bar 98 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Crossovers and HPF LPF 9 3 8 9 3 9 9 3 10 Crossover Set This button reads Crossover Set when a crossover filter has been selected from the Crossover Select scroll bar Note Not applicable for the Linear Phase Brick Wall 4 Way crossover Filter Bypass Filter Insert This button displays Filter Bypass when a parametric filte
126. ed MIDI software drivers commonly via the PC soundcard or a dedicated MIDI input output device Available Functionality via MIDI The following functions are available via MIDI System Exclusive messages e Frame Preset Recall 00 e Group Overlay Bypass Insert 01 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 205 External Control Interfaces e Module Overlay Bypass Insert 02 e Group Input Mute Unmute 03 e Module Input Mute Unmute 04 e Group Input Delay to These functions are explained in detail in the following sections 17 23 Hex Conversion for SysEx Messages SysEx messages are structured using a string of two character Hex codes These tables show the common numbers and alpha characters that can be used for the purposes of Dolby Lake Controller MIDI messaging Numeric Value to Hex Code Conversion Numeric values are used to identify specific data within the message as described later in this chapter These numeric values must be entered as Hex in the SysEx message For example the Hex code of 0C zero C identifies Group 12 for the group muting function Table 17 1 Decimal and Hexadecimal Equivalents Pa ofa oe o 2 a ae eo ra oe as ow 2 ae fo ar ofa a rs fo as for fu fas fo fale pals peras faa os as a Pac ss 36 o Poo as a2 or a 36 a as oo se ar Alphabet Character to Hex Code Conversion Alphabet characters are used to identify which Dolby Lake Processor t
127. els Inputs 1 4 Outputs 1 4 Blank S system Configuration H Contour Contour Mesa EQ Frame Und om Reset MEq Reset Reset Config EXIT nao V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 31 Dolby Lake Controller Tutorial Following the reset the module icons are returned to the scroll bar with six modules now displayed two Contour modules and four Mesa EQ modules ah vil Oc e 5 Repeat the same sequence tapping a module in the scroll bar and placing the modules on the Main page select a Module from either the scrolling bar or the page No Configuration Now that all the module icons are on the Main page we can begin adjusting each module s parameters Before making such further adjustments let s review the information displayed by the module icons 3 3 3 Module Icons Each module icon provides configuration information as shown in Figure 3 4 Module Selection and Clip Indicator Module ID Frame Label Module Type Input Mute Indicator Module Label Output Mute Indicators Figure 3 4 Module Components Module ID Identifies the module designator of the Processor represented by this icon Frame label Identifies the frame associated with this icon by a user defined label that also appears on the Processor Module type Identifies the number of output channels or an abbreviation of a module type description MEq for a Mesa EQ module e Module label A user define
128. ency Table 5 7 shows the highest and lowest frequencies available for the Linear Phase 24 dB octave 2 Way 3 Way Table 5 7 Linear Phase 24 dB Octave 2 Way 3 Way Alignment Lowest Highest Delay Frequency Frequency Table 5 8 shows the highest and lowest frequencies available for the Linear Phase 48 dB octave 2 Way 3 Way 96 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Crossovers and HPF LPF Table 5 8 Linear Phase 48 dB Octave 2 Way 3 Way Alignment Delay Lowest Frequency Highest Frequency Table 5 9 shows the highest and lowest frequencies available for the Linear Phase Brick Wall 4 Way LP4way along with associated rolloff per octave at these settings Table 5 9 Linear Phase Brick Wall 4 Way elay Frequency Frequency 5 3 6 Crossover HPF LPF Select Crossover Select This button reads Crossover Select and is active only when a crossover filter box is selected on a Classic crossover or a Linear Phase 2 Way 3 Way This function is not available for the Linear Phase 4 Way module Tap Crossover Select to display a scroll bar containing available crossover types For a Classic crossover the following scroll bar displays No Configuration Filter Delete V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 97 EQ Levels Menu Reference For a Linear Phase 2 3 Way crossover the following scroll bar displays store or recall an iO System Configuration file No Configuration NOTES p
129. ens The All Pass filter icon is identified in the following figure All Pass Filter The All Pass filter allows first and second order default phase adjustment with variable bandwidth and frequency V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 225 Designer Mode Reference To add an All Pass filter to an output Select an output on the Xover page or select the required Aux Output screen Tap the All Pass filter icon Tap on the main part of the screen to add the filter ee UR Adjust the order frequency and bandwidth as required 18 3 2 EQ Functions Note These functions apply only to modules and groups Set Hide View Only Status for an Individual EQ Overlay 1 Navigate to the module or group overlay in EQ Levels 2 Tap Overlay Functions then Overlay Properties 3 Tap Overlay View Only or Overlay Hide The selected status is illuminated orange Set Hide View Only Status for All EQ Overlays This affects all EQ overlays in the current system configuration 1 From Home tap User Preferences 2 Tap Global Access 3 Tap EQ Hide EQ View Only 18 3 3 Levels Functions Adjust Factory A button labeled Adjust Factory is available on the Meter Options menu from the Levels page of a module When this button is active orange a label reading Adjust Factory appears at the top of each Levels page to confirm this special mode of operation Factory levels are not applicable for groups In this m
130. er Aux Filter Edit Box Displays the crossover or HPF LPF center frequency and type depending on the filter selected Module Frame Labels This area of the screen displays the frame and module labels and the selected and Selected Output output label Channel Label Low Output Frequency The lowest frequency output of the crossover This output channel is the Range Selected currently selected crossover filter identified by light green shading A solid white line identifies the frequency response of this output channel H Mid Output Frequency The passband crossover that is currently not selected as identified by dark Range green shading High Output The highest frequency output of the crossover Frequency Range For a two way module the Xover screen displays two crossover channels instead of three An additional EQ tab labeled Aux is available on two way modules Crossover Filter Point An X marks the frequency at which the output filters cross over Parametric filter points are also identified by a red selected or yellow not selected X Only filter points filter boxes for the selected output are displayed Crossover Selector This is used to change the crossover frequency and to select the side of the crossover you wish to affect Light green denotes the selected half and dark green is not selected When a PEQ filter is selected the crossover selector changes to the blue filter shape tool Crossover Menu The functions and su
131. er point to select it and drag up or down to adjust the gain 5 2 13 Input EQ Menu Reference The button bar presented while viewing the Input EQ display provides a number of applicable functions for adjusting EQ and configuring EQ overlays V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 83 EQ Levels Menu Reference Overlay Functions immediately to the right of the EQ Levels button provides a submenu with the following items Overlay Properties EQ Preferences In User Mode the only function active under the Overlay Properties menu is EQ Preferences which provides a submenu containing functions that control the view of the EQ scale and screens Separate settings can be stored for crossover EQ and input auxiliary EQ Therefore most changes made using Overlay Properties EQ Preferences affect only the input and auxiliary output EQ scales Table 5 4 EQ Preference Descriptions Function eset O OOOO O Removes the scale lines on all EQ Crossover and Auxiliary screens Resets the EQ scale to the default setting of 15 15 dB Zoom In Zooms the EQ scale in by 3 dB increments for example if scale is 15 15 dB tapping Zoom In will change the scale to 12 12 dB Zoom Out Zooms the EQ scale out by 3 dB increments for example if scale is 15 15 dB tapping Zoom Out will change the scale to 18 18 dB EQ Pref Exit Returns the previous menu level Full Response Available only for Crossover and Aux
132. erface with some features less accessible or unavailable e Color 16 bit e 3D acceleration Set for best performance with anti aliasing turned off o ClearType Enabled Windows XP only 1 To verify your display settings navigate to Display Properties using the Windows Control Panel Start Menu gt Settings gt Control Panel gt Display gt Display Properties Appearance Display Properties Inactive Window Actwe Window 6 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Computer Requirements and Configuration 2 Tap the Effects button to open the following dialog box and confirm that ClearType has been specified and selected _ Use the following transition effect for menus and tooltips Use the following method to smooth edges of screen fonts ClearType _ Use large icons Show shadows under menus Show window contents while dragging Hide underlined letters for keyboard navigation until I press the Alt key 2 1 3 Tablet PC and Laptop Power Settings When using a wireless tablet or laptop PC with the Dolby Lake Controller you may need to switch off power saving features which can reduce the performance of your PC If you experience slower performance while using the Controller on battery power turn off any battery power saving settings that affect general performance of your PC Some battery optimizations also affect wireless connection speed if you experience a slow wireless connec
133. erlays e Hide all overlays throughout the system e Set specific overlays to View Only e Set all overlays to View Only It is important to be aware that there may be an overlay present that affects the overall EQ curve but is not accessible by the end user V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 79 EQ Levels Menu Reference 5 2 11 Parametric EQ Screen Figure 5 4 shows a parametric EQ PEQ1 screen including letters marking its key functions Levels XOVER 3dB 6dB 9dB 12dB 15dB I 1 T 1 T I T T 20Hz 31Hz 125Hz 250Hz 16kHz 7 70 Adjust Equalizer parameters or select Levels tab to set Levels No Configuration Figure 5 4 Mesa Parametric EQ Screen Table 5 2 defines the functions labeled in Figure 5 4 Note When a default module configuration is loaded the PEQ overlay contains a set of default filters for use on the front panel of the Dolby Lake Processor 80 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Levels Table 5 2 Function Descriptions for Mesa Parametric EQ Screen CI a Frequency Lock Frequency Lock and A B Buttons Blue filter frequency unlocked Orange filter frequency locked When locked the frequency of the selected filter can only be adjusted using the EQ Tool J A B Button Tap this button to create a bypassed copy of the selected overlay EQ adjustments can then be made and quickly compared Fil
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135. ft side of the meter face and additionally show limiter activity on the right side of the meter face Note Regardless of what level control you are currently adjusting gain and limiter meters always display If an audio channel is clipped the meter face turns red Additionally if an audio channel is within 2 dB of clipping the meter face turns orange 48 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Modules and Frames As limiters are engaged the amount of gain reduction is shown with a meter operating in the downward direction The limiter meter displays the total amount of limiting resulting from both peak and RMS limiter functions of the LimiterMax loudspeaker protection system V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 49 Dolby Lake Controller Tutorial 3 4 Equalization From the Levels interface tap the EQ tab in the top left corner of the display to move to the EQ controls for the module Parametric EQ PEQ is displayed by default Levels Multiple EQ overlays are identified by tabs at the top left of the display A three way module initially has one parametric PEQ1 and one graphic GEQ2 overlay in addition to the Xover tab A Mesa EO module has a tab labeled HPF LPF instead of Xover The parametric overlay PEQ provides low shelf parametric Mesa and high shelf filters The graphic overlay GEQ provides third octave EQ controls The Xover screen allows selection a
136. g a switch without QoS or with QoS turned off on a busy network may result in audio packets arriving too late to be played out resulting in audio glitches Dante Audio Device _ oo ARA Network with mixed devices traffic types 7 ZE PC generating network traffic Dante Control Device Dante Audio Device Clocking Highest Priority Audio High Priority Control Please refer to the Audinate document AUD ANO QoS_Switch_Configuration Dolby V1 1 pdf for further details regarding QoS located in the Literature section of the Dolby Lake Controller software installer or from our software download request page http www dolby com professional live_sound support download lsdr form aspx or find further Dante support information on the support forum http livesoundforum dolby com V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual PC Networking Setup 2 3 10 Recommended Network Topologies when using Dante The use of an external Ethernet 100Mbit s switch with QoS Quality of Service is highly recommended It is also recommended that each processor has its own direct connection to that switch Where switches are connected together this should be achieved via a Gigabit Fiber or Copper connection 100Mbitis o pitt Gigabit Inter switch links Copper or Fiber 100Mbitis links A ds ba p kL a a n C Two Dolby Lake Processors may be daisy ch
137. ghtly lower than an active filter s edit box and does not have a yellow border when selected Note A filter can be bypassed inserted by dragging the filter edit box down bypass or up insert Filter Flat Tap Filter Flat to flatten the selected filter This sets the filter gain to zero but frequency and bandwidth remain unchanged Filter Flat is inactive if the selected overlay does not contain any filters Filter Delete Tap Filter Delete to remove the selected filter from the overlay Note A PEQ filter can be deleted by dragging the filter box upward off the screen Filter Delete is inactive if the selected overlay is a e Graphic EQ because its filter points are fixed and cannot be deleted e Parametric EQ overlay without any filters V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 87 EQ Levels Menu Reference 9 2 19 Filter Edit This function allows manual entry of gain dB frequency Hz and bandwidth octave for the selected filter If a PEQ overlay is selected and the Filter Edit button is pressed the parametric shapes are replaced with the values of the selected filter Levels xOvER J PEQ1 GEQ2 Frequency Gain dB Freg Hz BW Oct To adjust filter parameters using filter edit 1 Tap the overlay to select it 2 Tap the filter box or use the EQ Tool to select the filter 3 Tap Filter Edit 4 Tap the gain frequency or bandwidth value highlighted in blue 5 Enter t
138. gt Tablet and Pen Settings Pen Options 8 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Computer Requirements and Configuration 2 Select the Pen Options tab Tablet and Pen Settings Settings Display Tablet Buttons Pen Options Fen actions Use the pen to interact with items on the screen Pen actions work just like mouse actions You can customize each pen action Pen Action Equivalent Mouse Action Double ap Double click Press and hold Right click Point Hover Paint Start Input Panel gesture Launch Input Panel Pen buttons Use pen button to right click Use top of the pen to erase where available Start Input Panel Gesture Settings Start Input Panel gesture setting You can adjust how your start Input Panel gesture is recognized For more details tap Help esture setting Small Large l 1 j 1 l To test the setting mowe your tablet pen quickly from side to side just above the screen Move the slider and then use the gesture to open Input Panel For more details tap Help 4 Uncheck the box labeled Enable start Input Panel gesture V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 9 Dolby Lake Controller Installation 2 2 2 3 2 3 1 5 Tap OK 6 Tap OK again to save your changes Software Installation To install the Dolby Lake Controller insert the CD ROM into
139. h value of the selected filter is displayed in the onscreen keyboard for instant editing Not applicable to HPF LPF filters The order of a selected All Pass filter is displayed in the onscreen keyboard for instant MAA AA Not applicable to any other filter type and available only in Designer Mode lt Moves the center Moves the center frequency of the selected filter to the left of the selected filter to the left lt Shift or Moves the center frequency of the selected filter to the left Fine Adjustment mode en Lock gt Moves the center Moves the center frequency of the selected filter to the right of the selected filter to the right gt Shift or Moves the center frequency of the selected filter to the right Fine Adjustment mode Caps Lock Selects the filter to the left of the currently selected filter Right Arrow Selects the filter to the right of the currently selected filter Increases the gain of the selected EQ filter Fine Adjustment mode Up Arrow Increases the gain of the selected EQ filter Shift or Caps Lock Decreases the gain of the selected EQ filter Fine Adjustment mode Down Arrow Decreases the gain of the selected EQ filter Shift or Caps Lock PO Increases the bandwidth of the selected EO filter Decreases the bandwidth of the selected EO filter 16 5 4 Levels Screen Shortcuts Table 16 7 Levels Shortcuts 0 zero Enter Displays onscreen keyboard for insta
140. he Stereo Insert program provides simultaneous digital stereo input and output The Mesa EQ processor has two pairs of AES EBU stereo inputs that can be independently set to accept analog or digital input The input options described in the following sections are available on submenus Input 1 2 Select and Input 3 4 Select Autoselect AES Anlg Contour Pro26 and Mesa EQ processors fitted with digital inputs offer the option of analog only or digital and analog inputs By default the processors automatically select which input is being used When active orange the Autoselect AES Anlg function detects and locks a digital input signal or uses the analog input signal if a digital signal cannot be detected Table 7 3 summarizes the available input selections and the associated output signals available 140 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual I O Contig Table 7 3 Input Selections Controller Input me Sarees Sonat Signal Used Analog Output Digital Output poe Analog Onl AES Anlg nalog Only nalog es O Forced AES Forced Analog If the digital signal is lost while in Autoselect AES Analog mode the processor will switch to use analog input Analog output will continue using the analog input source although digital output will cease This is applicable to Contour Pro26 and Mesa Quad EQ processors only 7 2 12 Forced Analog Forced Digital These settings lock the input signals to the associated
141. he appropriate IP settings Obtain an IF address automatically f Use the following IP address IP address Subnet mask Default gateway Obtain ONS server address automatically f Use the following DNS server addresses Prefered DNS server l Alternate DNS server Advanced 5 Tap OK to apply changes and exit Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties 6 Tap OK to apply changes and exit Local Area Connection Properties Note Please refer to Appendix A for more information on the selection of an appropriate IP address V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 13 Dolby Lake Controller Installation 2 3 3 2 3 4 Wired Network Setup The Dolby Lake Controller host computer can be connected directly to any Dolby Lake Processor through either its front or rear panel Ethernet connectors Multiple Processors can be connected by cascading connections between units This is not a recommended network setup for the successful use of Dante Digital Audio Networking via Ethernet Connecting devices via a good quality external Ethernet switch is recommended Please refer to section 2 3 9 Dante with QoS Ethernet Switches for further information The devices can be interconnected using a wired or wireless network The wired network is a simpler solution and should be implemented in preference to using a wireless system If Contour Pro26 Mesa Quad EQ Processors are being used in con
142. he clock rate matches the incoming signal rate e SRC Uses the SRC Clock regardless of whether the clock rate matches the incoming signal rate 122 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual I O Contig Analog Analog Input Headroom RMS Contains a four way toggle for choosing 10 16 21 or 26 dBu Tap the required headroom level to set the maximum RMS level for the input Note The Contour Pro26 and Mesa Quad EQ provide adjustment for Input Headroom through a fader on the Levels page under Headroom AmpClip Digital Gain Offset dB Represents the amount of gain increase or reduction that will be applied to the digital input signal to allow seamless transition between all input types As the levels of digital and analog signal vary the digital offset can be used to adjust the digital input signal level to match the analog input signal level This can be used in conjunction with Autoselect to provide an automatic analog backup to the incoming digital audio Separate values are provided for AES and CobraNet to change an offset tap the value that you wish to change and enter a new value using the onscreen keyboard or an external keyboard These offsets are shown on the I O Config page under each input pair summary Note When aligning analog and digital signals using the Digital Gain Offset setting the 4 dBu Reference meter mode should be used to ensure that levels are matched with respect to a common internal
143. he function performed by tapping the button Help and Status Messages Context sensitive help is displayed above the button bar on the left V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 27 Dolby Lake Controller Tutorial 3 2 4 3 3 3 3 1 System status messages are displayed above the button bar on the right In the following example the network status is shown to be offline Page Tabs At the top left of the user interface the Main tab and All tab are presented The Main page is the default page ready to use The All page provides monitoring of 260 modules on a 1 024x768 pixel screen without scrolling It displays a status summary for each module with additional status information for Lab gruppen amplifiers More pages can be added as required to logically partition your system For further details please refer to Section 7 7 Minimizing the Lake Controller To minimize the Dolby Lake Controller software and return to Windows tap the Lake icon in the top right corner of any screen This icon is animated It rotates when the software is performing any function that requires the user to wait for data to be transferred or loaded Modules and Frames Overview A frame represents one physical Dolby Lake Processor on the network or another product that contains Lake Contour Mesa EQ functionality Multiple modules are contained within each frame The number of modules shown in a given frame is
144. he next figure and in this example output polarity for channels 2 3 and 4 will be locked even in Designer Mode elo In User Mode the worksheets are not available and only the input polarity can be changed via the Levels screens 18 4 6 PEQ Design The PEQ Design worksheet displays the details for each PEQ overlay for the selected Dolby Lake Processor Table 18 7 shows the available output EQ type abbreviations descriptions and default values Table 18 7 EQ Types Default Gain Ayes ESE or Order for All Default Frequency B pic p Pass Filter Low Shelf Bandpass 0 00 dB 500 Hz Parametric 236 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Designer Worksheets Default Gain pa i meee or Order for All Default Frequency Einn 5 p Pass Filter Note The extra fields for the Mesa filter are only editable when a Mesa filter type is entered 18 4 7 GEQ Design The GEQ Design worksheet displays the details for each GEQ overlay for the selected Dolby Lake Processor including the gain value of each GEQ filter and the bypassed inserted status of each filter and each overlay 18 4 8 Locked Modules Hidden View Only Data If data on a module has been hidden or set to view only and the module has been locked then the associated data will either be displayed but not editable on the worksheets for View Only data or will be replaced with the word Locked for Hidden data V5 1 DRAFT VERSIO
145. he value required using the onscreen keyboard or an external keyboard and tap OK The Filter Edit function is inactive if the selected overlay does not contain any filters Note High frequency values can be entered using k to denote kHz instead of Hz for example 12k instead of 12 000 Hz 5 2 20 Analyzer Bridge Analyzer Unavailable The Dolby Lake Analyzer Bridge provides an interface between the Dolby Lake Controller and certain audio analyzer The Dolby Lake Analyzer Bridge provides spectrum spectrograph and transfer function displays on the Xover Aux and EQ overlays If both an approved analyzer and the Dolby Lake Analyzer Bridge are identified on the network this button will read Analyzer Bridge If either your analyzer or the Analyzer Bridge is not present on the network the button will read Analyzer Unavailable 5 2 21 High Precision Filter Adjustments Double tap the filter parameters box so it turns from its normal appearance to a gray outline and gray text This switches from Normal Adjustment to Fine Adjustment mode To return to Normal Adjustment mode tap the filter box once Fine Adjustment mode is also implemented globally when Show mode is selected 88 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Crossovers and HPF LPF 5 3 Crossovers and HPF LPF The Xover and HPF LPF screens display the crossover and or HPF LPF information for the selected module depending on the module type The Xover and HPF LPF screens d
146. hen tap Filter Edit Tap the value to edit at the top of the screen highlighted in blue Enter the value using the onscreen keyboard or an external keyboard and tap OK ee A A Tap Filter Edit again to exit this mode Analyzer Bridge Analyzer Unavailable Please refer to Section 5 2 20 for details on this function Auxiliary Output Channels The Contour processor provides various options to configure channels as auxiliary outputs Up to twelve individually configured auxiliary outputs can be created The Auxiliary Output module files allow full bandwidth custom settings to be configured by the user Independent Aux tabs are provided for each output channel instead of a unified Xover tab These Aux tabs are in addition to the parametric and graphic EQ settings that still apply to all outputs for the module Because a different process is used to calculate output specific EQ the Mesa filter is not available However in addition to low shelf high shelf and parametric filters the Auxiliary Output modules provide both lowpass and highpass filters In Designer Mode all pass filters are also available Table 5 11 shows the available Auxiliary Output module types and the modules that these may be used in conjunction with Table 5 11 Auxiliary Output Module Uses Ai On Module B D only where module A C contains a Classic 5 Way CL5way module e Any module The other modules of the frame may contain any Classic or 2 Auxiliary Output
147. hic equalizers do not provide intuitive results For example pulling up the faders on a conventional graphic equalizer to boost 6 dB at 500 630 800 1 000 1 250 1 600 and 2 000 Hz produces the frequency response shown in Figure 3 5 5 400 500 630 800 1K 1K25 1K6 2K 2K5 3KI5 MAGNITUDE Decibels dB 125 250 500 1K 2K 4K Frequency Hz Figure 3 5 Conventional Graphic Equalization and Resulting Frequency Response This measured frequency response is not what you would expect from the graphic EQ controls 52 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Equalization If we use the GEQ overlay to boost 6 dB at 500 630 800 1 000 1 250 1 600 and 2 000 Hz the frequency response is shown by the blue trace in Figure 3 6 MAGNITUDE 12 a 4 4 s a s Decibels dB 125 250 500 1K 2K 4K Frequency Hz Figure 3 6 Ideal Graphic EQ and Resulting Frequency Response To implement this EQ overlay 1 Tap and drag the filter tool on the bottom to 500 Hz 2 Tap and drag the red X upward until the filter s gain parameter reads 6 dB 3 Perform these steps for each of the frequencies listed The bottom trace in Figure 3 6 shows that the adjacent filters on a Contour or Mesa EQ sum to flat unlike all previous graphic equalizer implementations This is because of the raised cosine filters that give rise to the Ideal Graphic EQ V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 53 Dol
148. hich is the configuration that runs when you first power on your Processor out of the shipping container If necessary please refer to the Dolby Lake Processor System Manual for information on how to restore the factory configuration 3 1 Starting the Dolby Lake Controller To start the Dolby Lake Controller 1 Double tap the Dolby Lake Controller software icon located on the Windows desktop 2 Tap No in the dialog box asking if you would like to recall the last configuration Note Tapping Yes loads the configuration that was in use the last time the Controller software was closed This configuration is then compared to what is found on the network and any differences are distinguished in the software No audio processing will be affected by recalling the last known configuration V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 25 Dolby Lake Controller Tutorial 3 2 3 2 1 The Main page appears and is in its default blank state Tap a button below to configure the system select a Module or Group above to EQ and set Levels No Configuration a System User Icon Quit gt Store Recalige Modules Groups polo MUS Pages Ai Preferences Control Network AE Controller Undo Overview of Main Page Components Button Bar Interface The button bar located at the bottom of every page in the software is used to navigate through and activate the Dolby Lake Controller features and functions Three colors indicate the button
149. ich part of the sound system the group communicates to front of house monitors down fill and so on To label a group 1 Tap the desired group icon 2 Tap Label and enter a group label 3 Tap OK V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 171 Groups Menu Reference 9 5 9 5 1 9 5 2 9 6 Copy Paste Select a group from the Main page and tap the Copy Paste button to view a submenu that transfers attributes between groups Copy The Copy button is active only when a group icon is selected To copy data from a group 1 Tap the group icon that contains the data to copy 2 Tap Copy Paste The Paste button is active only when group data has been previously copied and a group icon is selected To paste data to a group Tap the group icon to paste the copied data to Tap Paste Note The Paste operation overwrites all the destination group s EQ and Levels settings but not the name or module assignments Remove This function removes the selected group from the current system configuration To remove a group 1 Tap the group icon to be removed 2 Tap Remove 3 Confirm the action by selecting Yes in the warning message The warning message is displayed only if the group has modules assigned to it The group icon reappears in the scroll bar indicating it is not currently used Note You can also remove a group from the configuration and release its modules by dragging the
150. if a group is selected The Attack and Release times also referred to as Time Constants determine the time in milliseconds the MaxRMS Limiter takes to fully engage and disengage once the MaxRMS Corner level has been reached Tap the MaxRMS Attack or MaxRMS Release button to display the value ms for each channel of the selected module To adjust the value drag the fader D or tap the value A for keyboard entry Auto Time Constant The MaxRMS Attack and Release values may be set manually by the user or may be calculated automatically Automatic calculation is determined by the crossover frequency of the channel s highpass filter if applicable otherwise it is fixed at 160 ms The tc Auto button is displayed underneath the slider when viewing either the Attack or Release settings When the tc Auto button is enabled Orange the slider is disabled and the Attack or Release values are calculated automatically T Io H i PP ag 4 f r 1 p l x i 3 a mi o POS MR Attack MaxPeak Level Tap the MaxPeak Level button to display the maximum peak signal level dB allowed at the output 74 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Levels 9 2 4 5 2 5 5 2 6 9 2 7 The MaxPeak Limiter process is disabled when the total MaxPeak level including Group and Factory settings is 25 dBu or greater An orange bar moves downward from the top of the channel meter to indi
151. ig is displayed when a module is selected The example below shows a stereo Classic 4 Way configuration split across two Lab gruppen PLM amplifiers The Sub and Low channels are being driven by one amplifier and the mid and high channels by a separate amplifier Destination Analog Outputs Designer Mode The last adjustment to Levels EQ or Crossover can be undone when this button is active blue No Configuration A gt gt da With this super module configuration two 4 way speakers can be controlled simultaneously via one super module icon with all changes to levels EQ and crossover being duplicated in real time across both separate amplifiers The Destination arrow icons enable you to scroll through the list of available output types 152 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Super Modules LD The magnifying glass icon g enables you to retrieve the I O Config screen See Section 3 3 6 for details about this screen The SM Routing screen is divided into two sections The left section contains buttons that access the super module settings The right section displays output configuration information for each module 7 8 4 Label Frame To label a frame 1 Select a module of a frame in either the work area or in the super module scroll bar if a super module is selected as shown in the screenshot below e gt MEA O N O C onfiguration Undo V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake
152. ighpass and lowpass filter controls are located under the Aux Output Functions submenu 102 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Auxiliary Output Channels With the Aux 1 tab selected tap Aux Output Functions Tap HPF Enable then LPF Enable to activate both filters Levels 12dB Butter To adjust the slope of these filters 1 Tap Filter Select A scroll bar appears displaying available HPF LPF types 2 Drag the scroll bar or use the lt lt and PP buttons to view available filters 3 Select the 24dB Linkwitz Riley filter from the scroll bar 4 Tap Filter Set to activate this filter then Yes to the warning message Note To protect loudspeaker drivers the audio output for the affected channel is muted momentarily while the settings are changed 5 Select the HPF by tapping its filter box located top left of the screen 6 Select the 18dB Butterworth filter from scroll bar 7 Tap Filter Set then Yes to the warning message 8 Tap Aux Output Exit to return to the EQ Levels menu Note Steep highpass and lowpass filters 48 dB require more EQ resources than shallower slopes 6 dB V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 103 EQ Levels Menu Reference 5 4 4 Auxiliary Output Menu Options The menu options shown in the following figure are available when an EQ filter is selected on an Auxiliary Output in the EQ Levels section of an Auxiliary Output module A summary
153. iliary Output screens When active orange the overall EQ curve is shown taking into account all crossovers highpass and lowpass filters output EQ and input EQ for the module and any groups it is assigned to Not applicable for input EQ screens PEQ GEQ Moves the zero line up in 3 dB increments Moves the zero line down in 3 dB increments Overlay Hide Overlay View Only These functions are active only when in Designer Mode Please refer to Chapter 18 84 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Levels Overlay GEQ Overlay PEQ This button s label changes depending on the currently selected overlay type If a parametric EQ PEQ overlay is selected the button reads Overlay GEQ Tapping it flattens all PEQ and converts the overlay to a graphic EQ If a graphic EQ GEQ overlay is selected the button reads Overlay PEO Tapping it flattens all GEQ and converts the overlay to a parametric EQ Overlay Delete Overlay Delete is inactive for the default overlays An overlay created by a user may be deleted by selecting the overlay and tapping Overlay Delete If the overlay contains filters a warning message will be displayed Overlay Copy Tap Overlay Copy to copy the selected overlay This function is used in conjunction with Overlay Paste Over Overlay New Tap Overlay New to create a new PEQ overlay This can be changed to a GEQ overlay refer to the previous Overlay GEQ PEQ section Note Each mo
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155. ion complex systems enabling system wide control of EQ and Levels in real time This chapter details all functions related to creating and assigning modules to groups e Chapter 10 Solo Mute Menu Reference details the functions associated with the Solo Mute menu functionality e Chapter 11 Icon Control Menu Reference describes how to change the size of module icons within the interface as well as how to change meter icon views e Chapter 12 User Preferences Menu Reference provides explanation of the various functions contained in the User Preferences menu including access to Designer Mode daylight operation Show mode and more e Chapter 13 Pages Menu Reference details the functions associated with adding and naming new page displays within the user interface e Chapter 14 Network Menu Reference shows you how to change between available networks and details Multiple Controller functionality e Chapter 15 Communication and Synchronization describes how the Dolby Lake Controller synchronizes to hardware processors and provides explanations and suggestions on how to resolve issues that may arise due to network problems such as moving out of range of a wireless access point e Chapter 16 Keyboard Shortcuts Reference details all keyboard shortcuts provided e Chapter 17 External Control Interfaces describes the available external control interfaces supported by the Dolby Lake Controller including AMX C
156. junction with Dante additional configuration of an external Ethernet switch is required to filter Dante audio traffic from reaching these 10Mbit s devices Please refer to section 2 3 8 Using Dante in conjunction with wireless data control or low bandwidth devices The Controller can connect anywhere on a network of multiple Processors LEDs next to each port flash to confirm valid communication Please connect the Controller computer to the network with an Ethernet cable and follow the verification steps in the next section Verifying Controller and Processor Communication Once the network is connected follow these steps to confirm communication between the Dolby Lake Controller and Dolby Lake Processors 1 Double tap the Dolby Lake Controller shortcut icon from the Windows desktop The Select Network Adapter dialog box shown appears if your computer has more than one network interface enabled This typically occurs if your PC has both wired and wireless network interfaces Note Itis recommended that only one network adapter is enabled on your PC when using the Dolby Lake Controller software Network adapters can be disabled by right clicking the relevant adapter via the Windows Start gt Control Panel gt Network Connections and choosing Disable 2 Select the Ethernet adapter currently used for the network the wired adapter for this example 14 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual PC Networking Setu
157. l Chapter 7 Modules Menu Reference From the Home menu tap Modules The Modules menu and scroll bar appear as shown below The scroll bar shows all processors connected to the network select a Module from either the scrolling bar or the page No Configuration The scroll bar pictured above displays the following from left to right e A virtual frame icon that is always available for creating entire systems while working offline e Four modules of a Dolby Lake Processor configured as Contour labeled CL3Way are available for use e The first three modules of a Lake Mesa Quad EQ Processor are being used in the current configuration If many processors are available tap and drag the scroll bar to the left right or tap the blue lt lt or PP buttons Most options on the button bar appear gray inactive until a module is placed from the scroll bar onto the Main page Note The processors are sorted in alphabetical order on the scroll bar by frame name 7 1 EQ Levels Navigate to the Modules menu and tap the EQ Levels button to display the parametric EQ graphic EQ Xover and Levels screens for the selected module This function is active only when a module has been selected in the work area For more information please refer to Section 5 1 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 115 Modules Menu Reference 7 2 I O Config The I O Config page provides I O configuration technica
158. l This function applies to modules only and is inactive if a group is selected Channel labels for groups are derived from the module that has been assigned for metering purposes as just described The channel label is a user defined value that appears on the mute button at the bottom of each channel the module I O Config page and on any auxiliary output EQ tabs To label a channel 1 Access a module Levels page through a module icon V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 75 EQ Levels Menu Reference 5 2 8 2 Tap Label Channel then tap the required channel label mute button 3 Enter the channel label using the onscreen keyboard or an external keyboard 4 Tap Label Channel to exit this mode Meter Options Tap the Meter Options button to view a submenu containing functions relating to alternate meter views and system designer features Input 4dBu Reference Tap the Input 4dBu Reference button to view the physical input signal meter relative to 4 dBu Tap the button again to return to the default Digital Clip DClip view The DClip metering mode shows the audio level prior to any gain adjustment input headroom or digital gain offset and indicates when the A D converters will clip The 4 dBu metering mode shows the audio level after any gain adjustment and is useful for comparing levels of different input signals prior to processing This is a global function all physical input meters th
159. l bar to the Main page V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 169 Groups Menu Reference Group 1 U p from either the scrolling bar or the page 9 2 9 3 The Groups scroll bar and menu show the status of different group icons while on the scroll bar e Group 1 empty is being used in the current system configuration e Group 2 gray is assigned to a module that is not a part of the current system configuration e Groups 3 through 28 are available for use and are not currently assigned to any other modules e Tap and drag the scroll bar to the left right or tap the P or lt q buttons to access additional group icons To add a group to your system configuration 1 Tap a group icon on the scroll bar The cursor changes to the group icon 2 Tap the Main page to add the group to your system configuration 3 Follow the instructions in Section 9 3 to assign modules to the group EQ Levels Tap the EQ Levels button from the Groups menu to display the parametric EQ graphic EQ and Levels screens for the selected group This function is active only when a group is selected in the work area Module level limits are always adhered to when group levels are changed If one module in the group would exceed its level limit as a result of a change to group data then the change will not be allowed The following example demonstrates the relationship between module level limits module levels and group level
160. l information input mutes an interactive signal path that can be used to directly navigate to the Levels EQ Xover screens and the ability to reset or reconfigure a processor To view the I O Config page 1 From Home access the Modules menu 2 Select a module icon in the work area and tap I O Config The I O Config button is active only when a module is selected in the work area Te Primary Digital Clock AES Out Analog Out SRC Digital Clock Frame Module Base Config 8 input Configuration Offset Auto Type Clock Status Headroom Analog Out Module Base Config T Pante Configuration a gt M9 Analog Iso Float Configuration AES Out Analog Out Module Base Config This figure shows the I O Config page for a Dolby Lake Processor configured as a Contour Mesa hybrid The sections that follow describe each screen function available from the I O Config page in further detail 7 2 1 Digital Clock Configuration The Dolby Lake Processor provides two digital clocks e Primary Digital Clock Locks to a sample rate of 48 96 or 192 kHz no sample rate conversion very low latency e Sample Rate Converter Clock SRC Clock Locks to 44 1 48 88 2 96 176 4 and 192 kHz 116 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual I O Contig To access the Digital Clock Configuration window tap the zoom button located at the top left of the I O Config page E O Config Primary
161. l inputs CobraNet digital inputs when a CobraNet card is installed Dante inputs and analog inputs 120 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual I O Contig To access the input configuration tap the zoom button or any area of the input configuration summary text on the I O Config page as shown here O Input Configuration Offs et Auto Type Clock Status Headroom Auto Analoc 21dBU Auto Analoc 214 dA Auto Analog 210811 Auto Analog 210801 Auto Auto Auto Auto A cn E mm 4 Input Configuration Display Input Details Mutes Input 1 Input 2 Input 3 Input 4 2nd 3rd 4th lst X 2nd Ee 1s 2ne Sro Ath S 2nd Analog Ch 2 Dante Demo 01 Input 5 Input 6 Input 7 Input 8 Select audio input from the scrollbar and tap in the required input priority location To remove an input setting drag the inputicon back to the scrollbar Input Configuration Screen Autoselect The input Autoselect feature enables you to set up a redundant system The Processor will attempt to use the first signal If the first signal is unavailable it will try the second third or fourth signal Force The input Force feature forces the input to the selected input V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 121 Modules Menu Reference Input Selector Search Filters e AES SPDIF Displays the available AES SPDIF input signals e Dante Displays the available Dante input signals
162. le group icon then tap the EQ Levels button e I O Config Tap a section of the interactive block diagram Restricted Access The Dolby Lake Controller provides security by allowing a system designer to hide parts of the system or set them to View Only This can be done globally in a system or for individual modules This security specification may affect the screens allowed to be displayed when accessing EQ Levels Please refer to Chapter 18 for further details Group Adjustments Group EQ and levels are view only from a module To adjust group EQ or levels access that group s EQ Levels page via the group s icon Note Groups do not have a crossover page or an HPF LPF page but the Gang Xover Aux and Gang HPF LPF functions which are available from the Groups menu can be used to link the crossover or HPF LPF settings of all modules in a group Default Settings The following example shows the available screens and default EQ overlays for a Contour loudspeaker module placed on the Main page of the Dolby Lake Controller 70 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Levels Levels XOVER Frequency EN fF The default module contains a Classic 3 Way CL3way crossover The default tabs for this module are e Levels Displays gains delays and limiters e Xover Displays crossover settings for the module e PEQ1 Parametric EQ overlay indicated by yellow highlighting e GEQ2 Graphic EQ ove
163. llows you to quickly transfer data from a virtual or offline configuration to another set of online frames Copy This function is active only when a module icon is selected To copy data from a module 1 Tap the module icon that contains the data to copy 2 Tap Copy Paste This function is active only when module data has been previously copied and a destination module icon is selected To paste data to a module 1 Tap the module icon to paste the data to 2 Tap Paste Note You cannot paste data to a module that currently has a different module type if the destination module is currently assigned to a group To change the destination modules module type by continuing with the Paste function you must first de assign the module from the group refer to Chapter 9 A Mesa EQ module cannot be pasted into a Contour module and vice versa Replace Frame The Replace function allows transfer of module group data between processors If a previously used processor is not available or you wish to change which unit performs which task follow these steps 1 Tap Copy Paste Replace from the Modules menu Tap a module from the frame you wish to replace on the work area Tap Replace Frame The module scroll bar appears displaying used and available modules V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 143 Modules Menu Reference 4 Tap any module from an available frame on the scroll bar and tap Complete Repla
164. log Analog Adjust the value of each input using the fader or via keyboard entry Use the ON OFF buttons to connect disconnect inputs for 2 this module To connect disconnect an input tap the button labeled On Off or drag the fader The total module input mix is shown on the far right of the Input Mixer window Input 4dBu Button Tap the Input 4dBu button to view the physical input signal meter relative to 4 dBu Tap the button again to return to the default Digital Clip DClip view The DClip metering mode shows the audio level prior to any gain adjustment input headroom or digital gain offset and indicates when the A D converters will clip The 4 dBu metering mode shows the audio level after any gain adjustment and is useful for comparing levels of different input signals prior to processing This is a global function all physical input meters throughout the system display the reference selected here Note Input Mixer settings are stored in system configuration files and in frame system presets The Input Mixer configurations are transferred during the Frame Replace function Input Mixer configurations are not stored recalled copied or pasted via module or base configuration files 128 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual I O Contig Auxiliary Input Toggle Switch A spare auxiliary channel is available on the following module types e Classic 2 Way 1 Auxiliary Output CL2w 1a e Classic 3
165. low flexibility for complex networks or when using switches without QoS Quality of Service Higher latency reduces the chance of audio glitches due to audio packets being delayed via the network therefore is recommended for complex networks containing many hops or in circumstances where a small delay irrelevant and reliability is paramount Using switches without QoS is not recommended If this is the case then the 4 0ms latency option should be used to minimize the change of audio glitches due to audio packets being delayed due to being queued behind data packets Transmit Outputs Dante Output Channel Settings V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 45 Dolby Lake Controller Tutorial When the Transmit Outputs button is active orange all 16 Dante channels will be advertised on the Dante audio network as available channels for any other Dante receiver to use for its input s In addition this screen will provide Auto Unicast Multicast options for each channel and output channel labeling functions Minimum Latency Output Channel Labels signal to this processor hy Channel Label The Auto Multi Uni options provide the ability per channel to set whether than channel is going to be forced as unicast each receiver will get a separate point to point audio flow forced as multicast many receivers can listen to the same multicast flow sent by the transmitter or automatically controlled by the Dante ne
166. m Home tap Groups Tap Group 1 from the Groups scroll bar and tap again in the work area Tap Assign then tap the module A and module B icons Tap Assign again to exit the Group Assignment mode ot es ee A e Tap EQ Levels and navigate to the PEQ1 page of Group 1 To add PEQ and hide the overlay 1 Add a parametric filter gain 6 dB frequency 125 Hz bandwidth 1 00 2 Tap Overlay Functions then Overlay Properties 3 Tap Overlay Hide illuminates orange then tap Ovlay Prop Exit Note When an EQ overlay is hidden the effect its filters have on the overall EQ curve are not visible in User Mode or when the module is locked To add GEQ and set the overlay to View Only Tap Overlay New The overlay Group 1 PEQ2 is created Tap Overlay GEQ then Yes to the warning message Reduce the 4 kHz filter by 4 dB Tap Overlay Properties then Overlay View Only illuminates orange E AAA To verify the effect of the changes 1 Tap Home then User Preferences 2 Tap Designer Mode to return to User Mode button becomes blue 3 Tap Home then tap the Group 1 icon and navigate to EQ PEQ1 is hidden and its filter is not displayed in the EQ curve although its effect is still audible GEQ2 is displayed as View Only and most functions are disabled Summary Because a group may contain various types of modules with different security settings group security is limited to EQ overlays only Crossovers are not relevant to g
167. mation Levels Figure 15 2 Controller Settings on a PEQ1 Screen Table 15 2 defines the functions labeled in Figure 15 2 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 197 Communication and Synchronization Table 15 2 Controller Settings Callout Explanation ae An out of sync module is set to View Only No changes can be made until the module is synchronized The settings currently viewed are identified here Computer Frame module name highlighted in red as offline Processor Frame module name displayed in blue text as online The main part of the screen changes to show the computer and processor settings as selected The help text shown here indicates the type of data that is out of sync Navigate to the relevant section of the system to view update The Out of Sync warning message is visible on all screens This button changes labels depending on the currently selected view Show Processor When viewing the computer settings Show Computer When viewing the processor settings Tapping this button updates either the computer or processor with the settings currently being viewed To compare and update settings stored in the Dolby Lake Controller software and Dolby Lake Processors on the network 1 From the Home menu tap a module icon that is out of sync An out of sync module is indicated by a red disc behind the normal module icon View the help text D that advises which parameters a
168. mode 5 Up or Down Increases up or decreases down the Output 5 level of the selected level type Fine Arrow Adjustment mode 6 Up or Down Increases up or decreases down the Output 6 level of the selected level type Fine Arrow Adjustment mode Oto6 Upor Coarse adjustment mode for the levels of the number arrow combinations listed above Down Arrow with Shift or Caps Lock 204 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Chapter 17 17 1 17 2 17 2 1 17 2 2 External Control Interfaces AMX and Crestron Control Functionality is currently available for the following functions via AMX and Crestron control e Frame Preset Recall e Gain Change e Input Mute Unmute e Output Mute Unmute e Retrieve Set Frame Name These functions are available using AMX and Crestron Ethernet based control systems These external control systems must form valid Ethernet packets that follow the requirements of the network packet specification Please email livesoundsupport dolby com to obtain the information required for integration MIDI Control Overview An external hardware device or software program may be configured to transmit MIDI System Exclusive messages SysEx to the Dolby Lake Controller software which will trigger the requested change to the Dolby Lake Processors on the network To enable this functionality the PC running the Controller must provide a MIDI input and associat
169. mode from the start of the Controller Forces the screen resolution during the controller session 1024x768 16bit color instead of the current Windows settings These changes apply only to the Dolby Lake Controller and are fullscreen restored when minimizing or quitting the controller Disables the use of double clicking on the menu bar to rename nodo Le Ick f groups or select files Stops the automatic disabling of unused multiple network adapters in case of communication errors Only use if you have nonetfix multiple network cards that you wish to remain active and beware that this option may cause communication problems depending on your setup V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 245 Command Line Options A This mode stops the automatically change of any video card settings during the controller session therefore correct manual settings must be made The whole screen is still used this is not a nonfullscreen windowed mode option eee Forces the Controller into offline mode during start up so no network adapter is selected Force the use of system memory instead of video memory to create the worksheets in Some video adapters cannot hold the worksheets in memory as they may be too wide so this fix will help them Sy stemmem 246 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Index 1 Auxiliary Output module 155 3 Auxiliary Outputs module 152 4 Auxiliary Outputs
170. module 153 abbreviations module type 149 about 173 access Designer Mode 208 accessing EQ Levels 63 add EQ 210 add group to configuration 161 162 add new EQ overlay 51 add page 143 165 178 adding output specific EQ 97 additional Designer Mode Functions 221 adjust crossovers 54 adjust factory 218 adjust group EQ or levels 66 adjust input headroom 71 adjusting levels 43 alignment delay 91227 all mute 168 All Pass filter 218 AmpClip reference level 72 AMX and Crestron control 197 assign meters 73 assign modules to a group 162 attack time 70 audible changes when synchronizing 190 automatic time constants 70 Aux Output Functions menu 98 auxiliary channel 123 auxiliary output channels 96 Auxiliary Output menu 100 auxiliary outputs 97 150 available functionality via MIDI 197 base configuration 140 206 209 221 security 208 base configuration file 58 save 211 button Cobranet 130 button bar 22 Button Bar shortcuts 192 bypass filter 83 calculation of time constants 70 change crossover type 55 94 change group input delay 202 Index change password 172 changing to Contour amp Mesa Mode 26 channel delay 69 channel gain 69 channel labels 71 CL3way See Classic 3 Way Classic 2 Way 123 Classic 3 Way 29 67 Classic 3 Way 3 auxiliary outputs 152 153 Classic 4 Way 4 Aux with Classic 2 Way 2 Aux 153 Classic 5 Way 5 Aux 155 Classic 6 Way module 156 Classic 6 Way 6 auxiliary outputs 156 Classic crossover 93 Classic cros
171. mpare In addition to the bypass feature you can compare two overlays within a module or group There are two ways to create an A B comparison Using the A B Button The A B button at the top left of the screen creates a bypassed copy of the selected overlay Changes can then be made to one of the overlays and compared by tapping Overlay Compare Comparing Existing Overlays Follow this process to compare two existing EQ overlays 1 Tap overlay A to select it 2 Tap Overlay Bypass Overlay A is now at the bottom of the screen 3 Tap and drag overlay A left or right along the bottom of the screen until it is aligned directly underneath the EQ overlay you wish to compare 4 Tap Overlay Compare Each time the button is tapped the two overlays switch positions the top overlay is active and the bottom is bypassed 86 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Levels 9 2 15 9 2 16 9 2 17 9 2 18 Overlay Flat Tap Overlay Flat to flatten and delete all filters from the selected overlay This function is inactive if the selected overlay does not contain any filters Filter Bypass Filter Insert The button label changes depending on whether the selected filter is active or bypassed The button reads Filter Bypass If the filter is active tap it to bypass the filter Filter Insert If the filter is bypassed tap it to insert the filter The filter edit box of a bypassed filter is positioned sli
172. n loaded into the Processors Note Individual frame presets can also be recalled from the front panel of each Processor If the preset recall changes the configuration of the selected Dolby Lake Processor between Contour Contour Mesa and Mesa a warning message will be displayed and the modules will be returned to the scroll bar 6 9 3 Quick System Preset Recall and Comparison Quick Recall mode instantly recalls each system preset into all selected frames when the preset location on the scroll bar is tapped No confirmation messages are displayed while in this mode and all other preset functions are disabled To enable fast recall comparison of system presets 1 From Home tap System Store Recall then tap System Presets 2 Select each frame you wish to recall the preset into by tapping module or groups icons selected frames are identified by a green icon Tap Quick Recall orange equals active blue equals inactive Tap a preset location from the scroll bar Repeat the previous step to compare with other system presets Note No confirmation or warning messages except when the preset involves a configuration change as described in the preceding note are displayed while in Quick Recall mode Tapping the preset location will immediately load the selected system preset into all selected frames 6 9 4 Storing over an Existing Preset Follow the steps shown in Section 6 9 1 but select a system preset location that is already
173. n on the I O Config page as part of the interactive signal path for each module The available number of inputs varies per product and module type as described in Table 7 1 Table 7 1 Input Mix Summaries Input Mixer Input Mix Summary with Faders Lake Processor Eight channel input gain mixer Mesa EQ Module ai Lake Processor Contour Module Four channel input gain mixer Mesa Quad EQ Four channel input gain mixer Two channel switch A B A B Contour Pro26 126 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual I O Contig Input Mix Summary The block diagram for each module shows the connected inputs and associated gain settings The following example shows a Dolby Lake Processor Mesa module Input Mixer The Input Mixer provides the ability to mix up to eight incoming audio signals for Processor Mesa EQ modules or four incoming audio signals for Processor Contour modules and for the Lake Mesa Quad EQ processor Note The Input Mixer is not applicable for the Contour Pro26 The Input Mixer can be accessed from two locations e By tapping the input mix summary from the I O Config page e By tapping the Input Mixer zoom button from the Levels page V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 127 Modules Menu Reference The input mixer provides gain faders and on off connection buttons as shown dB dB dB i Module C Input Mix Analog Analog Analog Analog Analog Analog Ana
174. n page 2 Tap Module Label enter a module name and tap OK 7 3 2 Frame Label The Frame Label is a ten character Dolby Lake Processor or four character Contour Pro26 and Mesa Quad EQ user defined value that appears on the module icon and on the front panel of the processor The Frame Label allows the module icons to be associated with a specific Dolby Lake Processor To label a frame 1 Tap any module of the frame you wish to label 2 Tap Frame Label 3 Enter a frame name and tap OK Note When a frame consists of two modules two and three way modules naming one of them automatically updates the other module icon with the new label 7 3 3 Module and Base Configuration Locking The following functions are active only in Designer Mode e Module Unlocked Unlock Module e Set Mod Password e Base Unlocked Unlock Base e Set Base Password For details on these functions please refer to Chapter 18 142 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Copy Paste Replace 7 4 7 4 1 7 4 2 7 4 3 Copy Paste Replace From the Modules menu tap the Copy Paste Replace button to view a submenu that allows the transferring of data between modules This enables fast and easy setup of multiple speakers of the same type and configuration The Replace function allows you to assign a different physical processor to perform the task of a selected processor that is to swap data from one processor to another The Batch Replace function a
175. n the previous figure the A B C and D modules are encircled in a frame that visually represents one Dolby Lake Processor operating in Loudspeaker Processor mode When operating in EQ mode the Processor is shown as eight module icons in one frame The number of processing modules shown in the scroll bar depends on the configuration of your Processor Please refer to the tutorial in Chapter 3 for more information on modules and frames Wireless Network Setup Several hardware manufacturers supply wireless networking solutions that adhere to the various 802 11 wireless Ethernet standards This means that any standard Ethernet 802 11 wireless networking solution should work with this network system However after extensive testing of available wireless networking solutions we have found that performance varies tremendously among vendors A trouble free preconfigured wireless networking package is available from Dolby Please visit www dolby com livesound for further information V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 15 Dolby Lake Controller Installation 16 When using a wireless access point on the same network as Dante digital audio an approved external Ethernet switch must be configured to filter Dante audio packets from reaching the wireless network Please refer to section 2 3 8 Using Dante in conjunction with wireless data control or low bandwidth devices for further information Note Although the following
176. nable IP address is provided for the CobraNet card this is distinct to the Dolby Lake Processor The media access control MAC address of the CobraNet card is provided for information only along with the card s firmware version Table 7 2 CobraNet Conductor Priority Values Auto Primary Clock Manual Primary Clock Configuration Configuration Present i e first clock found in i e clock specifically Clock Type and auto clock priority list selected Locked CobraNet Conductor CobraNet Conductor Priority Value Priority Value aaa E N A select next clock a N A select next clock na a AES3 AES4 N A select next clock SPDIF N A select next clock Internal CobraNet always present Note CobraNet functions are available only when a CobraNet card is installed N A select next clock 42 N A select next clock 25 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 137 Modules Menu Reference 7 2 8 Technical Data This information is available by tapping the button labeled Technical Data from the I O Config page button bar or pressing lt F5 gt when a Dolby Lake Processor is selected It is permanently displayed on the left side of the I O Config page for Contour Pro26 and Mesa Quad EQ processors Technical Data Productiodel Dolby Lake Processor LP16016 MAC Address 00 12 a6 00 01 e0 IF Address Co nio Y a p y pense Y Fixed Enter Details Below IF Address
177. nal Controllers are able to connect to the network without primary Controller approval This button provides the option to disable analyzer data on a per controller basis useful when using multiple controllers If this button is active orange analyzer data will be displayed on this Controller If this button is inactive blue analzyer data will not be displayed This button is disabled gray if the analyzer or Analyzer Bridge is not available Primary and Secondary Controllers The primary Dolby Lake Controller communicates with the network of processors and also with secondary Controllers The secondary Controllers communicate only via the primary Controller 188 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Multiple Controllers 14 2 3 The primary Controller can be used in either Designer or User Mode in which many Designer Mode functions will be restricted Secondary Controllers are always restricted to User Mode operation The primary Controller must have a connection to the network for secondary Controllers to function If communication is lost between the primary Controller and the network all secondary Controllers are suspended with a warning message displayed until the network connection returns If the primary Controller is restarted all secondary Controllers must also be restarted If the Controllers become out of sync with the network the primary Controller must be used to synchroniz
178. nd adjustment of crossover filters in addition to output EQ 3 4 1 Graphic EQ 1 Tap the GEQ2 overlay to access the default third octave graphic overlay The bottom section of the graphic EQ screen contains the EQ Tool which is used to select a frequency band for gain adjustment 2 To select a frequency band tap and drag the selector left or right To adjust gain of the selected filter tap the red rotating X and slide up to boost or down to cut Note If Frequency Lock is off blue the frequency can also be selected and changed by directly tapping and dragging a yellow X filter point on the EQ interface 50 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Equalization Levels XOVER PEQ1 Frequency N 125Hz Designer Mode Adjust Equalizer parameters or select Levels tab to set Levels No Configuration A x Overlay Overlay Overlay Filter Filter Filter Filter SmaartLive Runa a oma Functions MY BYPASS Flat ME BYPASS Flat Delete Edit i Unavailable E nos 3 Tap Filter Flat on the button bar to flatten the selected filter Many other features are available on the EQ button bar please refer to Chapter 5 for further details V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 51 Dolby Lake Controller Tutorial 3 4 2 Ideal Graphic EQ A unique innovation found within the Dolby Lake Processor Contour and Mesa EQ processors is the Ideal Graphic EQ Conventional analog and digital grap
179. nd lowpass 98 hide crossover page 90 firmware upgrade 233 hide overlay 213 flatten filter 83 hide page 178 folder highpass filter 86 create new 107 highpass filters 98 open 106 141 high precision filter adjustments 84 open or recall 139 Home button bar 61 folders Home menu 61 manage 106 HPF See highpass filter frame 24 HPF center frequency 87 label 31 208 HPF screen 85 Frame Config menu 135 HPF Select button 94 frame configurations 142 HPF LPF Design worksheet 227 frame label 136 I O Config button 33 frame preset recall 199 I O Config page 112 frame presets 142 144 145 147 148 icon frames copy 177 link 165 paste 177 gain Icon Control menu 169 channel 69 icon size 169 Gang button 165 Ideal Graphic EQ 47 74 general keyboard shortcuts 191 input configuration 115 GEQ See graphic EQ Input EQ menu 79 GEQ Design worksheet 229 input headroom 71 GEQ overlay shortcuts 193 input HPF 86 global access 173 input mix 120 Global Access settings 216 input mutes 133 global level 205 input selection 134 global settings 216 input type selection 116 117 graphic EQ 45 66 insert filter 83 Graphic EQ screen 78 insert or bypass group EQ overlay 199 graphic overlay 45 75 insert or bypass module EQ overlay 200 graphics installation 5 10 for module files 222 interactive signal path block diagram 134 eroup interfaces add to configuration 161 162 external control 197 assign modules to 162 IP address 133 copy 164 IP address configuration 11 label 163
180. nd zoom icons open pop up windows for access to configuration parameters The Processor has a sophisticated clock system allowing you to select between internal and external clock sources at all standard audio sample rates By default the Processor uses its internal clock operating at 96 kHz You can choose to use any available external clock source using the interface provided by the clock source configuration window V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Modules and Frames Auto locks to Interne Auto 44 locks to 40 96 1192 kHz nos dd 1 88 21176 4 kHz Manual locks to w Auto 46 locks to 40 96 1192 kHz 99 2kHz Locked 40 96 1192 kHz Manual 4d locks to 44 1 88 2 1 76 4 kHz Manual 48 locks to 4190 967192 kHz Available YO via SRC Clock 44 158 The current Primary Clock Source is shown on the top left of the screen and the current Sample Rate Converter Clock Source is shown on the top right You can choose any available clock source using the Clock Source Selector scroll bar at the bottom of this window Please refer to the Dolby Lake Processor System Manual for further details on clocks clock source priorities sample rate converters and signal processing latency The input configuration pop out window allows flexible routing of all available inputs to each Input Mixer channel along with a four level auto select priority allocation for each input V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 41
181. nfirm tap OK then tap OK to the message 6 Tap Module Unlocked To save the new module file 1 Tap Label Exit then Module Store Recall 2 Navigate to the required folder 3 Tap New Store type demo module and tap OK To load the saved file into module B Tap the icon for module B Tap the Demo module file on the scroll bar Tap Recall then Yes to the warning message o O Exit Designer Mode to see the effect of the changes on module A Module B is already locked following loading the module file All updates made previously also remain Summary Modules can store and secure all data that a base configuration can In addition the module can restrict access to input EQ overlays 18 2 3 Security for Group Functions Groups are used to connect and adjust multiple modules Groups cannot be locked or password protected but individual EQ overlays can be hidden Global Access settings also apply to groups Security for levels and crossovers is not relevant for groups A group may contain various types of modules each with different security settings However group levels are restricted by the level limits set for the modules within the group For example if changing a group level causes one or more modules to exceed their min max level limits the action is not permitted 222 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Designer Mode Security Group Tutorial To add a group to the configuration Fro
182. nization issues Offline Modules A module that cannot be found on the network is referred to as offline This can occur for the following reasons e The processor is turned off e The processor is not connected to the network e The wireless transmitter is out of range or turned off e Faulty network cabling or hardware Virtual frames always show offline because they have not been assigned to a hardware Processor and therefore exist only in the computer s data record V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 193 Communication and Synchronization 15 2 15 3 15 3 1 194 Communication Network Errors The Dolby Lake Controller displays communication or network problems highlighted in red at the bottom right of the screen Communication Errorg Network Errorgall Offline If a problem persists the affected modules become offline as described previously To rectify the situation check all network connections If using a wireless access point make sure the computer is within range Synchronization This section describes the various synchronization processes between the Dolby Lake Controller software and the Dolby Lake Processors Re sync Process The Re sync process ensures that the Dolby Lake Controller software and Dolby Lake Processors are synchronized or that the operator is informed of differences between the two copies of data The Re sync process compares the data in the Controller soft
183. nnel on the CL3w 1a can be fed Post Input EQ or from its own independent Input Mixer Frame DEMO Module A CLow 1a Base Config No Base cfg Input 1 Input 3 Input 2 Input 4 Input 1 Input 3 0 00 ae Post EQ Input 2 Input 4 AES Out1 23 4 CobraNet Out 1 2 3 4 Analog Out 1 2 3 4 Frame DEMO Module B CLeWay Base Config No base Cfg Input 1 Input Input Input 4 AES Out 5 6 Cobrahlet Out 5 6 Analog Out 5 6 8 2 4 Classic 4 Way 4 Aux with Classic 2 Way 2 Aux The Classic 4 Way CL4way or 4 Auxiliary Outputs 4aux modules allow the remaining two output channels to be configured as either Classic 2 Way or 2 Auxiliary Outputs Separate input EQ PEQ GEQ is available for the Classic 4 Way 4 Aux and the 2 Way 2 Aux modules V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 161 Module File Types Frame DEMO Module 4 ECLdway base Contig No Base Cty Input 1 Input 3 DEM a SE Se Input 2 Input 4 AES Out 2 3 4 CobranNet Out 1 2 3 4 Analog Out 1 2 3 4 Frame DEMO Module B CL2Way Base Config No Base Cfg Input 1 Input 3 Input 2 Input 4 AES Out 5 6 Cobrahlet Out 5 6 Analog Cut 5 6 162 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Classic Crossovers Auxiliary Outouts 8 2 5 Classic 5 Way 5 Aux with 1 Auxiliary Output The Classic 5 Way CL5way or 5 Auxiliary Outputs 5aux module provides an auxiliary channel on output 6 Separate input EQ PEQ GEQ i
184. ns 233 xii V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Contents 18 4 3 Xover Aux Design Loudspeaker Modules Only ccccseeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeesseeesaneeeeens 233 18 4 4 HPF LPF Design Mesa EQ Only ccccccccceeseecceeceaeeseeceeeeeaaeeeeeeeeseueeseeeesesseaeeees 235 18 45 Levels DESIQN AA A E 235 1946 REGS DES ON ells 236 BOAT GEQ DS Onde 237 18 4 8 Locked Modules Hidden View Only Data ccoocccccconncccoccncononcononacononanenononcnnnnannnos 237 Firmware Upgrade Process ii nadaa 239 19 1 Firmware Upgrade Using the Update Utility ooccccoonccccnncccconccncnnncincnnccncnnnccconanininos 239 19 2 Firmware Upgrade Using the Dolby Lake Controller ooocccccconnccncccocconcccnnccnnnnnancnncnnnanos 241 1393 LICENSING PrOCOSSO sata dl lidad 242 IPAddress A odes scatecucecoceteneconetetetacecasesarecececetutecccasesarecucesaceteresn 243 Aad INSIWOTKIESSCMIA Sarai A a 243 A 2 Factory Reset GONtIgura lOs td 244 Command o AAA PPP 245 E O 247 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual xiii Chapter 1 1 1 1 2 Introduction Dolby Lake Controller software provides a unified interface for the Dolby Lake Processor Lake Contour and Lake Mesa Quad EQ processors Optimized for a wireless touch screen or tablet PC the Controller uses a unique graphic interface that brings back the feel of analog faders and controls The software operates
185. nt input level editing of the currently selected level type Displays onscreen keyboard for instant Output 1 level editing of the currently selected level type Displays onscreen keyboard for instant Output 2 level editing of the currently selected level type Displays onscreen keyboard for instant Output 3 level editing of the currently selected level type Displays onscreen keyboard for instant Output 4 level editing of the currently selected level type Displays onscreen keyboard for instant Output 5 level editing of the currently selected level type Displays onscreen keyboard for instant Output 6 level editing of the currently selected level type 2 Enter 3 Enter 4 Enter 5 Enter 6 Enter 0 zero Up or Increases up or decreases down the input level of the selected level type Fine Adjustment Down Arrow mode V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 203 Keyboard Shortcuts Reference 1 Up or Down Increases up or decreases down the Output 1 level of the selected level type Fine Arrow Adjustment mode 2 Up or Down Increases up or decreases down the Output 2 level of the selected level type Fine Arrow Adjustment mode 3 Up or Down Increases up or decreases down the Output 3 level of the selected level type Fine Arrow Adjustment mode 4 Up or Down Increases up or decreases down the Output 4 level of the selected level type Fine Arrow Adjustment
186. o 2 000 ms Latency P Address 5 Latency MAC Address 00 12 36 04 00 90 1 333 ms Latency Firmware DLFP Cobranet 0 11 Lise the settings above to configure CobraMet digital audio network for this processor 2 dle assignment ranges Multicast 1 255 Unicast 256 65279 sy When you tap this icon Ld a warning message will display The message asks whether you want to disconnect all selected outputs assignments on the Processor Latency Match This button is available on Dolby Lake Processors only it is blue when disabled and orange when enabled The Latency Match feature adds an additional latency to the Dolby Lake Processor signal so it can be seamlessly integrated with legacy Contour Pro26 or Mesa Quad EQ products This Latency Match feature assumes the following e The input types for legacy products and the Dolby Lake Processor are the same analog or AES only e The input sample rates for legacy products and the Dolby Lake Processor are the same where AES inputs are being used e The outputs are analog For any other scenarios please make any appropriate delay adjustments manually V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 135 Modules Menu Reference 7 2 7 CobraNet The button is visible only for a Dolby Lake Processor that contains a CobraNet card The following screen is displayed when this button is tapped CobraNet Configuration Conductor status Performer Bundle Assignment Mot
187. o module Levels tap Meter Options then tap Level Limits Tap Gain Delay Limits or LimiterMax Limits Tap the relevant min max level Each channel is displayed in the same order as the channel faders from left to right Input Output 1 Output 2 and so on Enter the limit and tap OK V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 227 Designer Mode Reference Disable Level Adjustments If the minimum and maximum level limits are identical for a particular channel and level type that control is effectively disabled The fader for the associated channel and level type is not visible in User Mode or when the module is locked Set both the minimum and maximum values of a particular level output and level type to the same value To verify that the fader has been removed and the level fixed either lock the module or base configuration or switch to User Mode Disable Access to a Levels Function To disable access to an entire level function delay for example set identical minimum and maximum delay level limits for every channel for the module Set the minimum and maximum values of all inputs outputs for a particular level type to the same value The preceding figure shows an example of identical min max settings for delay These settings disable the Levels function on the EQ Levels menu in User Mode or when the module or base configuration is locked 228 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 18 3 4
188. o not apply to groups To view the Xover screen 1 Access EQ Levels and tap the EQ page tab at the top left of the screen 2 Tap the Xover or HPF LPF tab next to Levels at the top of screen Figure 5 6 shows the Xover screen along with letters marking its key functions Levels PEQ1 GEQ2 PEQ3 A mom lI 24dB Je 15dB 1248 34B dB 348 0dB T505 Me 20Hz 31Hz 62Hz 125Hz 250Hz 500Hz 1kHz 4kHz 8kHz 16kHz 32kHz ee lt de No Configuration e EQ Levels Crossover Crossover Crossover Crossover Filter Filter Filter SmaartLive Und bal ome EXIT Functions Split Select Set Flat Delete Edit 9 Unavailable he Figure 5 6 Xover Screen Table 5 5 defines the functions labeled in Figure 5 6 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 89 EQ Levels Menu Reference Table 5 5 Function Descriptions for Xover EQ Screen C Frequency Lockand Frequency Lock HPF Enable Buttons Relevant to parametric filters only B C and D Blue filter frequency unlocked Orange filter frequency locked when locked frequency can be adjusted only with the EQ Tool HPF Enable Activates or deactivates the highpass filter HPF for the module Blue HPF disabled Orange HPF enabled Low Shelf Filter Used to boost cut low frequencies Xover Aux Parametric Filter Used to boost cut a specified frequency band Xover Aux High Shelf Filter Used to boost cut high frequencies Xov
189. o update for some MIDI commands Use upper case letters for the frame name and each frame on the network must have a unique name Table 17 2 Alphabet Letter and Hexadecimal Equivalents eraser Wor Gwar ves e or Z 5 206 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual MIDI Control For other numbers and characters please refer to standard ASCII Hex mapping tables 17 2 4 Frame Preset Recall via MIDI 00 Table 17 3 shows the SysEx message structure for Frame Preset Recall Table 17 3 SysEx Message Structure for Frame Preset Recall ME MESES CS LASTS EASES Example FO 20 5A 2D 2D 2D 2D 01 F7 SysEx Message Table 17 4 describes the contents of the message fields Table 17 4 Message Fields for Frame Preset Recall COIN o 00 20 5A for all Lake MIDI messaging First character of Frame Name The Frame Name must be unique on the network Second character of Frame Name Use capital alphanumeric values Pe Tea atrae Ns The Hex code 2D in the example above represents the character which is the default Frame Name Fourth character of Frame Name Frame Preset number to be recalled 01 gt 06 respectively Finish SysEx Message Always F7 17 2 5 Insert Bypass Group EQ Overlay through MIDI 01 Table 17 5 shows the SysEx message structure for Insert Bypass Group EQ Overlay MIDI 01 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 207 External Control Interfaces Table 17 5 SysEx Message S
190. octave width for parametric Mesa and low shelf filters by Right Side dragging left or right K EQ Tool Drag left or right at this point on either side of J to adjust the flat top width of Flat Top the Mesa filter Bar following sections EQ Menu Button The functions and submenus available on the EQ overlays are described in the V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 81 EQ Levels Menu Reference To add an EQ filter to a parametric EQ overlay 1 Tap the required parametric EQ shape C D E or F 2 Tap again anywhere on the EQ curve H 3 Boost cut the frequency gain by dragging the filter point up or down Note Ifa mouse with a wheel is attached you can use the wheel to adjust the gain 4 Adjust the frequency by dragging the filter point left or right If Frequency Lock A is active orange you cannot adjust the frequency by dragging the filter point in the main EQ overlay display Deactivate Frequency Lock A or use the EQ Tool J to adjust frequency 5 2 12 Graphic EQ Screen The Dolby Lake Controller provides a 28 band graphic EQ GEQ overlay Figure 5 5 shows the Graphic EQ GEQ2 screen along with letters marking its key functions Levels XOVER PEQ1 Frequenc N 15dB 12dB 9dB 6dB 3dB 9dB 12dB 15dB T T T T T T T T 1 20Hz 31Hz 125Hz 250Hz 500Hz 8kHz 16kHz 32kHz A Designer Mode Adjust Equalizer
191. ode a different set of factory levels are displayed for each level type These are displayed using the same faders and meters used for the adjustment of user levels the fader positions and gain values change to indicate the factory level instead of the user level Note The sum of factory user and group levels are combined to provide the actual total Factory levels are not included in the total level value that is shown in brackets in User Mode Table 18 1 shows which level types are available in Adjust Factory mode 226 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Functional Reference Guide Table 18 1 Available Level Types in Adjust Factory Mode Level Type Available To set factory levels 1 2 3 4 From the Levels page tap Meter Options then Adjust Factory Tap Meter Opts Exit and navigate to the relevant Levels page Enter the values required using the fader or keyboard entry Tap Meter Options then Adjust Factory to exit this mode Note Factory levels can be hidden from the end user by locking the module or exiting Designer Mode Restrict Level Adjustments Level Limits are used to restrict minimum and maximum levels for a module Although a eroup s Level Limits cannot be set they adhere to the limits of all modules that are assigned to it For example if changing a group level causes any of its modules to exceed their allowable range the action is not permitted 1 Navigate t
192. oduct using the Software except with respect to such claim liability loss or damage that directly and to the extent it arises out of the Software as originally delivered to you and 3 any claim of allegedly unauthorized use or violation of any third party intellectual property 8 TERMINATION Without prejudice to any other rights Dolby may immediately terminate this Agreement if you fail to comply with any of the terms or conditions of this Agreement In such event you must immediately cease using the Software and destroy and purge all copies of the Software and all of its component parts 9 DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW DOLBY AND ITS SUPPLIERS PROVIDE THE SOFTWARE AND SUPPORT SERVICES IF ANY AS IS AND WITH ALL FAULTS AND HEREBY DISCLAIM ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS WHETHER EXPRESS IMPLIED OR STATUTORY INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES DUTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF RELIABILITY OR AVAILABILITY OF COMPATIBILITY OF ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF RESPONSES OF RESULTS OF WORKMANLIKE EFFORT OF LACK OF VIRUSES OF AND OF LACK OF NEGLIGENCE ALL WITH REGARD TO THE SOFTWARE AND THE PROVISION OF OR FAILURE TO PROVIDE SUPPORT OR OTHER SERVICES INFORMATION SOFTWARE AND RELATED CONTENT THROUGH THE SOFTWARE OR OTHERWISE ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE SOFTWARE ALSO THERE IS NO WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF TITLE QUIET
193. of the functions relevant to Auxiliary Outputs is shown in Table 5 12 many are identical to those used on the EQ and Xover screens Table 5 12 Auxiliary Output Menu Returns to the Home menu or to the I O Config page if the screen was accessed via EQ Levels Exit i l l the I O Config page interactive block diagram E pudo Provides EQ preferences highpass and lowpass filter options and overlay copy paste and overlay access controls in Designer Mode Aux Output Flat Deletes all EQ HPF and LPF filters from the selected auxiliary output channel Filter Bypass iier nsen ae or inserts a selected EQ filter not applicable to highpass and lowpass Resets the gain of the selected EQ filter to zero frequency and bandwidth are Filter Flat unchanged not applicable for highpass and lowpass filters Filter Delete Deletes the selected EQ filter not applicable for highpass and lowpass filters Allows keyboard entry of gain frequency and bandwidth values for EQ filters and Filter Edit frequency only for highpass and lowpass filters ilter Edi Tap the required value at the top of the screen highlighted in blue to edit using the onscreen keyboard or an external keyboard This button provides further submenus for the Analyzer Bridge If an approved analyzer and or the Analyzer Bridge are not running on the network Analyzer Budge this button reads Analyzer Unavailable Analyzer Unavailable Please refer to the Analyzer Bridge user
194. of this 80 by 80 bitmap Follow these steps to create and view module file descriptions 1 Store a module with the file name example at the module root directory 2 Minimize the Controller and using a text editor such as Microsoft Notepad create a text file containing the text Example description for Example Module 230 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Designer Worksheets 3 Store this text file in the directory Program Files Dolby Dolby Lake Controller data user modules as example txt 4 Untitled Notepad File Edit Format Help Save in Modules y a c EJ 65 History wA Desktop 4 My Documents My Computer E Local Disk C C Program Files Lake C Lake Contour Controller data C user Modules amp Compact Disc D SE My Network Places Na File name example Save as type T ext Documents txt y Cancel Encoding ANSI 4 Maximize the Dolby Lake Controller and navigate to Module Store Recall 5 Select the module file example from the scroll bar The text you entered appears above the module as shown here Module descriptions can be modified by editing the text file or removed by deleting the text file A shortcut to the data user folder is available from Start gt Programs gt Dolby Lake Controller gt Dolby Lake Controller User Data Files Note Folder descriptions can also be created by placing a text file with the same name
195. ombination that you require for your particular application More sophisticated networks that include traffic from other professional and consumer equipment must be configured correctly to achieve desired operation 244 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Appendix B Command Line Options The Dolby Lake Controller provides a number of command line options to enable or disable certain functionality These options may be entered when launching the Controller from a command prompt or may be set using a shortcut s target option As an example the following steps describe how to configure a shortcut on the desktop to launch the Dolby Lake Controller in daylight mode 1 Za oS QA pa Right click on the Windows desktop and select New gt Shortcut When asked to type the location of the item ensuring that you enclose the location of the Dolby Lake Controller executable in quotation marks type the following or the location of your installation C Program Files Dolby Dolby Lake Controller v5 1 Dolby Lake Controller exe daylight Tap Next When asked to give a name for the shortcut type enter DLC Outdoor Tap Finish Double click the newly created shortcut Command Line Options Reference The following table describes the options for command line functionality TS AN ee iS Enables the AES 1 2 3 4 swap button on the Lake Mesa Quad EQ I O configuration page Forces daylight
196. on Xover PEQ or GEQ screens the destination channel must be an Auxiliary Output V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 105 Chapter 6 6 1 6 2 System Store and Recall Menu Reference The Dolby Lake Controller allows the user to store and recall complete system configurations This enables the same Dolby Lake Processors to be used in entirely different situations as their complex configurations can be changed within seconds From the Home menu tap System Store Recall The button bar displays the following options and a scroll bar also appears containing files and folders No Configuration Open will allow you to navigate to folders and files on your hard drive or any removable disk The other files shown at the root of this directory are the system configuration files stored from within the Controller software If there are many folders or files drag the scroll bar to the left or right or tap the dor D gt buttons Most options on the button bar appear gray and are inactive until a folder or file is selected on the scroll bar Shortcut to Data User Folder Software installation of the Dolby Lake Controller places a shortcut in Start gt Programs gt Dolby Lake Controller gt User Data Files This shortcut can be used to open the Windows folder containing your system and module files Recall as New System Open The function and label of the button depend on whether a folder o
197. onfiguration Wait for each Processor to re sync following the power cycle Tap OK to the warning message that advises that the backup file will be recalled This file will reload the Processors with the data that was present prior to the upgrade process 242 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Appendix A IP Address Selection In most applications the IP addresses and other configuration parameters of the underlying Ethernet system will not need to be adjusted by the end user However if a system requires advanced networking requirements such as the partitioning of a high bandwidth Ethernet backbone into virtual local area networks VLANs then a qualified network engineer may need to make adjustments to the default Ethernet configuration of the Dolby Lake Processor and the computer running the Dolby Lake Controller software This appendix provides reference information pertaining to Ethernet configuration A 1 Network Essentials Ethernet has become a cost effective and easy to configure system for networking personal computers servers local area networks and industrial and professional equipment and even provides the fundamental transport backbone of the Internet Since Ethernet is so widely used for so many applications there are a number of rules governing the network to ensure that there are no conflicts between multiple devices attempting to compete for bandwidth on the Ethernet network IP addresse
198. opy of an icon on each page Paste Icon The Paste Icon button is active only after a Cut Icon or Copy Icon action When tapped this button will paste a copy of the icon currently in memory to the currently selected page Page Label The Page Label button is always active To label a page 1 Select the page to be labeled top of screen 2 Tap Page Label 3 Enter the label using either the onscreen keyboard or an external keyboard 4 Tap OK V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 185 Pages Menu Reference 13 5 13 6 13 7 13 8 186 Page Delete This function deletes the selected page including all module and group icons which return to the module and group scroll bars Note The Page Delete button is inactive if the Main page or the All page is selected Page Add Tap the Add Page button to add another page to the Dolby Lake Controller interface Page Hide This button is active only in Designer Mode and is used for hiding pages For further information please refer to Chapter 18 Scrolling Pages The lt lt and PP buttons on the button bar activate if there are more pages than can fit across the screen Tap these buttons to view pages that are currently out of view V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Chapter 14 14 1 Network Menu Reference The Network menu provides functionality for changing the currently selected network and also pro
199. ost recently saved Module I O Config is located under the Modules menu Security for Module Functions All settings that can be protected for a base configuration can also be protected for a module Base configuration settings are overwritten by module settings unless access has been restricted in the base configuration file in which case certain parameters will not be accessible The base configuration file itself will not be affected by any changes made to a module after the file is loaded 220 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Designer Mode Security The module password is saved with the single module file and is stored at the hardware level when loaded into a Dolby Lake Processor This prevents access to certain data stored in the module file even if you are in Designer Mode in the Dolby Lake Controller Using a Module password allows hiding of your custom settings from any user of the Controller The following features are available for both base configuration and module files e Adjust and lock factory levels e Adjust and lock access to crossover settings e Hide unused channels e Adjust Level Limits e Disable individual level faders or entire levels sections from other users using Level Limits and Module Lock In addition to these features a system designer can also adjust and lock access to individual PEQ and GEQ overlays Module Tutorial The following tutorial illustrates Designer Mode
200. ot ganged Please use the Group function for master levels and EQ control across multiple modules To synchronize all data across multiple modules you can use the powerful super module feature See Section 7 8 for details 9 8 Add Page The Add Page function is always available from the Groups menu and creates additional pages that help manage large systems with many module and group icons V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 173 Chapter 10 10 1 10 2 Solo Mute Menu Reference The functionality provided by the Solo Mute menu provides an invaluable tool for the sound engineer during system setup and optimization The Solo function allows you to choose a specific module or group and instantly mute the rest of the system This allows for rapid measurement and analysis including lobe studies in large complex systems Tap the Solo Mute button from the Home menu This action displays a submenu with Mute and Solo functions for modules and groups EQ Levels Tap the EQ Levels button from the Solo Mute menu to display the parametric EQ graphic EQ Xover and Levels screens for the selected module or group This function is active only when a module or group icon has been selected Note When Solo Mute is enabled EQ Levels can only be accessed for a module that is in Solo mode The ability to access EQ Levels from the Solo Mute button bar is necessary because the Dolby Lake Controller will exit Solo Mu
201. ough a group icon 2 Tap Meter Options then tap Assign Meters 3 The module scroll bar appears displaying modules assigned to the selected group 4 On the scroll bar tap the module you wish to use for metering 5 Tap Assign Meters again then Meter Options Exit to exit this mode AmpClip AmpClip provides a parameter for scaling the output metering of the Dolby Lake Processor to calibrate the clipping point to a given amplifier s sensitivity This value the AmpClip reference level is set in dBu and is a sum of the factory AmpClip value dBu and the user AmpClip value dB In both AmpClip Reference and MaxRMS Reference metering modes the output peak meters will turn red at the AmpClip reference level to indicate possible output clipping as shown in the following figure V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 77 EQ Levels Menu Reference Peak Meter Bar turns p f i H i a H a H H a i H H a i F H A il E a H H a A E y F fl i H H H H H a i H a F il H H a a il H f id E _ Post Amp Clip Amp Clip _ Amp Clip Level Limits This function button is visible only in Designer Mode and is used for setting minimum and maximum values for all Levels attributes described in this chapter Adjust Factory This function button is visible only in Designer Mode and is used for defining default level settings and level limits for all attributes described in this
202. p 2 3 5 Select Network Adapter OFFLINE Network of Xircom CreditCard Ethernet 10 100 Mode 10 10 10 100 255 0 0 0 00 10 a4 e3 93 31 3Com 30920 Integrated Fast Ethernet Controller 309 192 168 10 60 255 255 255 0 00 08 74 9e 9b 36 Warning There is more than one network adapter enabled on this computer The Contour Controller may not communicate properly with more than one adapter enabled unless they are on different subnets or the selected adapter is on the 10 xxx xo xxx subnet If you experience problems you may have to adjust the network properties in Windows so that only one of the adapters is enabled at a time Select Adapter Cancel When the Controller begins you will be prompted with a dialog box asking whether to load the last configuration 3 Tap No to this dialog The Main page of the Controller displays 4 To verify that the Processors are on the network and communicating tap the Modules button The module scroll bar displays Select a Module from either the scrolling bar or the page No Configuration opy Paste Module The icons on the left of the module scroll bar represent virtual frames which are always available whether or not the network is connected Virtual frames allow you to create a complete system configuration offline If your network connections are valid all Processors connected to the network appear on the module scroll bar to the right of the virtual frames I
203. prevent clutter in the input configuration screen If you wish to transmit Dante channels from this processor enable this by clicking on the Transmit Outputs button This makes the transmit channels from this processor appear on the list of all available Dante channels on the network 44 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Modules and Frames Dante Configuration Transmit IES ENS Enabled Outputs Receive Enabled Transmit Disabled Minimum Latency a 0 8 ms Y 1 3 Mms Y 4 0 ms Output Channel Labels DopE EG Autol Mult pa 02 il Outt0 puto Uni MRE 18 i gee Outi Outl2 12 a Outl3 13 Outl4 14 ro OUS Out16 16 NOTE When Dante is enabled ensure the SRC Clockis used to lock any additional digital signal to this processor When Dante is enabled the Input Configuration page for the selected processor will provide an option to view available Dante channels on the network any of these channels can be selected as the input s for the processor Enter input label to search Dante Demo Dante Demo 06 07 96kHz 96kHz Orange buttons selected type source clock Use blue buttons to change settings Minimum Latency Options This latency is additional Dante specific latency used to ensure uninterrupted digital audio this latency is added to the normal latency of your chosen signal path and module type The 0 8ms default 1 3ms and 4 0ms minimum receive latency options are provided to al
204. quire another signal type to be locked to the box use the SRC Clock The example below shows how two differing AES signals can be connected to one Dolby Lake Processor with Dante locking to the Primary Clock s AES signal 118 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual I O Contig Primary Clock Source Sample Rate Converter Clock Source AES1 In 1 2 Auto locks to AES2 In 3 4 Auto 44 locks to Detection MEE eRe ea aera Detection MENE dard e Manual MENE g Auto 48 Eae ee Config BE Anar 68 2kHz Locked Detection 48 96 192 kHz Master for Dante Network Manual ASAS Config AA 1 88 2 1176 4 kHz anual 49 Manual 48 locks to Config 46 96 192 kHz Available VO via Primary Clock 48 96 192kHz Available VO via SRC Clock 44 1 88 2 176 4kHz Clock Source Selector BNC Word Clock Rate N A To manually select a fixed clock source tap an available clock from the scrollbar and tap again on the required clock location NOTE When using Dante ensure the SRC Clock is used to lock any other digital audio source to this processor All other processors on the network will be Dante Slaves and the Primary Clock will report that the clock is overridden by Dante as shown below Any other 96kHz signal or 44 1kHz based signal should be locked using the SRC Clock Primary Clock Source Sample Rate Converter Clock Source Slave to Dante auto TASA Internal Auto 44 MENA AON Detection METS Tak eA ar ny Detection HER EN card Y m
205. r file is selected The button is inactive when neither a file nor folder is selected V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 107 System Store and Recall Menu Reference The button is labeled Open when a folder is selected To open a folder 1 Tap the desired folder icon the selection is indicated by a yellow border 2 Tap Open Double tapping the folder icon also opens the folder The button is labeled Recall as New System when a file is selected recalling the file will clear all current settings from the Controller and load the details stored in the file into the relevant online processors To recall a system configuration file as a new system 1 Tap the desired file to recall 2 Tap Recall as New System 3 Confirm the action by tapping the Yes button on the warning message Note Recalling a system configuration file as a new system overwrites the current settings in the associated Dolby Lake Processors and will affect audio processing Presets stored in hardware Processors are not overwritten when a system configuration file is recalled from the Dolby Lake Controller 6 3 Recall as Subsystem The Recall as Subsystem button enables you to add all elements of a system configuration file to the current configuration You can save or reload specific parts of your configuration for reuse in a different show This function will not automatically arrange icons so they do not overlap so be careful to lo
206. r folder is selected or when a group icon is selected in the work area The button is labeled Open when a folder is selected To open a folder tap the desired folder icon on the scroll bar then tap Open Note Double tapping a folder or file icon also opens the folder or file The button is labeled Recall when a file is selected To recall a module file tap the desired file then tap Recall Confirm the action by tapping the Yes button in the warning message Note Recalling a module file overwrites all data currently stored in the selected module and removes the module from any groups Default Modulesicontour Classic Crossoversl N Recall loads the Module file Store overwrites selected Module file New Store creates new Module file No Configuration rr EE EE An eel a A Sn e Undo V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Module Store Recall 7 6 2 7 6 3 7 6 4 Store The Store button stores over an existing file This button is active only when a file is selected 1 Tap an existing file to store over overwrite 2 Tap Store 3 Confirm the action by tapping the Yes button in the warning message Note If the selected file is set to Read Only this function is gray inactive New Store The New Store button stores the current module configuration under a new file name Navigate the file system and tap the desired destination folder to select it Tap New Store Enter the file nam
207. r is selected or when a crossover filter has been split For parametric EQ filters select the filter box and tap Filter Insert Filter Bypass to activate deactivate the selected filter A crossover HPF LPF filter can be disabled by splitting the crossover and tapping Filter Bypass followed by OK on the warning confirmation dialog Note Linear phase crossovers or combined Classic crossovers cannot be bypassed To bypass the module s overall HPF or LPF toggle the HPF Enable LPF Enable button Filter Flat The Filter Flat button is active only when a PEQ filter is selected The function is inactive if a crossover is selected Tap Filter Flat to set the filter gain to zero and leave frequency bandwidth unchanged Filter Delete The Filter Delete button is active only when a PEQ filter is selected The function is inactive if a crossover is selected Tap Filter Delete to remove the selected PEQ filter from the overlay Filter Edit Tap Filter Edit to manually enter values for a selected filter using the onscreen or an external keyboard The values available for adjustment depend on whether a crossover or PEO filter is selected V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 99 EQ Levels Menu Reference 9 3 11 9 4 Table 5 10 Filter Edit Values Editable Values Crossover HPF LPF Frequency Hz PEQ Gain dB frequency Hz and width octave To manually edit a filter Tap the filter box t
208. r lower bandwidth devices such as Contour Pro26 Mesa Quad EQ Processors or you will most likely experience communication problems The diagram below summarizes the desired outcome from correctly configuring your Ethernet switch to filter Dante audio packets Multicast Audio LA Higher Latency wireless or Lower Bandwidth Networks Dante Audio Network Please refer to the Audinate document AUD ANO ACL_Filtering_SRW224G4 V2 4 pdf for further details regarding filtering located in the Literature section of the Dolby Lake Controller software installer or from our software download request page http www dolby com professional live sound support download lsdr form aspx or find further Dante support information on the support forum http livesoundforum dolby com V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 21 Dolby Lake Controller Installation 2 3 9 22 Dante with QoS Ethernet Switches The use of an external Ethernet switch with QoS Quality of Service is strongly recommended when using Dante digital audio over your Dolby Lake network Dante uses standard network QoS techniques available in off the shelf Ethernet switches to prioritize clocking and audio traffic and to allow non Dante devices such as personal computers to share a single network with Dante devices The diagram below shows the order of priority given to the different types of data packets going through the switch Usin
209. re affected Navigate to the relevant EQ Levels page Computer settings are displayed by default Tap Show Processor Show Computer F to compare settings Decide which settings to use and tap Use These Settings oy OF ae oP Se Repeat the process for each out of sync module Alternately all modules can be updated with the Use data in Computer or Use data on Processor functions 15 3 6 Audible Changes when Synchronizing If a module becomes out of sync while audio is being processed choosing to synchronize with the Controller could affect the sound depending on the values that are out of sync If the Controller EQ Crossover Levels settings differ from those currently used by the Processor the audio signal may change or be momentarily muted while settings are configured if Use Data in Computer is selected 198 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Chapter 16 Keyboard Shortcuts Reference 16 1 Enabling Disabling Keyboard Shortcuts Keyboard shortcuts are enabled by default To disable keyboard shortcuts 1 From Home tap User Preferences 2 Tap Keyboard Shortcuts or F5 All keyboard shortcuts will be disabled and the Function key labels will be removed from the buttons on the button bar Tap the Keyboard Shortcuts button again to enable this feature 16 2 General Keyboard Shortcuts The keyboard and mouse wheel shortcuts in Table 16 1 apply throughout the system Table 16 1 Keyboard and Mou
210. reference V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 123 Modules Menu Reference Input Mutes Input Configuration Display Input Details Mutes Input 1 Input 2 Input 3 Input 4 2nd Srd 4th Ist 2nd 3rd AES1_Ch 4 Analog Ch 2 CobraNet Ch Dante Demo 01 Input 5 Input Mutes Input 1 Input 2 Input 3 Input 4 Input 5 Input 6 Input 7 Input 8 UNMUTED UNMUTED UNMUTED UNMUTED UNMUTED UNMUTED UNMUTED UNMUTED 3rd _ AS Toggle the mute status of an input NOTE AFFECTS ALL MODULES ON THIS PROCESSOR Solartar Searrh AES Select audio input from the scrollbar and tap in the required input priority location To remove an input setting drag the input icon back to the scrollbar Muted input Enables you to mute the audio from the input Unmuted input Enables you to unmute audio from the input 7 2 3 Iso Float Status Virtual Frame I O Card Configuration When an online frame is selected this button will read Analog Iso Float Status when a Virtual Frame is selected this button reads Virtual Frame I O Card Configuration The Iso Float Status reports the ground lift settings for each analog I O card A summary of the current status is shown on the bottom left of the I O Config page for online processors The Iso Float Status window is accessed by tapping the zoom button to the left of this summary as shown here Analog lso Float Configuration Inputs 1 4 Outputs 1 4 The current sta
211. restron and MIDI e Chapter 18 Designer Mode Reference details all of the security features provided by the Designer Mode of operation e Chapter 19 Firmware Upgrade Process presents the methods in which you can update the firmware of your hardware processors using the Controller and associated utilities If you are using the Controller for the first time we recommend reading through the tutorial in Chapter 3 to become familiar with the features and terminology For information on Processor hardware please refer to the Dolby Lake Processor System Manual V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Manual Overview This manual assumes you are using a tablet PC which utilizes a pen interface instead of a mouse Therefore the word tap is used instead of click when referring to tapping the pen on the screen which is equivalent to tapping the left mouse button If you are using a mouse instead of a pen simply substitute a click of your mouse when you see the instruction to tap V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 3 Chapter 2 2 1 Dolby Lake Controller Installation These installation instructions assume that you have some knowledge of basic Microsoft Windows concepts such as how to select menu items locate folders and files and run programs For more information on Windows please consult your Windows documentation Before installing the Dolby Lake Controller software please
212. rlay Tap the Levels tab to toggle between Levels and EQ 5 2 Levels Figure 5 2 shows the Levels interface for a Classic 3 Way module with letters identifying key features R Ea CL3Way 0 00 0 00 E 0 00 0 00 Sl A dB dB 0 Oo ls MODULE ain Gain Mie D DEUTES UNMUTED UNMUTED D Input Input Mixer Mutes AK parameter or select EQ tab to use Equalizers No Configuration EQ Levels r E Enable Enable Label Meter Cd dal Le dd des Figure 5 2 Levels Interface for a Classic 3 Way Module de 1 a V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 71 EQ Levels Menu Reference Table 5 1 provides definitions for the labels in Figure 5 2 Table 5 1 Function Descriptions for the Levels Interface an son A Values The values for the selected attribute are displayed here For manual entry tap the value highlighted in blue enter a value using the onscreen keyboard or an external keyboard and press OK Modules The value presented in brackets represents the overall parameter value which includes any groups the module is assigned to The bottom value in the blue box represents the value of the module parameter Groups the group parameter is represented in the blue box MA Re Indicates the total RMS and peak limiting gain reduction with an orange bar that moves downward as gain reduction increases C Frame Module Group Modules displays the selected module s name E s Groups
213. rocessor Levels Menu The functions and submenus available on the Levels screens are Button Bar described throughout in this section Level Limits All levels are subject to limits set by the system designer If you are unable to change a value to the desired level this may be due to restrictions set for that channel 72 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Levels 9 2 1 9 2 2 9 2 3 Hidden Output Channels A system designer may choose to hide an output channel if it is not being used It is possible that the number of visible output channels will differ from the number suggested by the module type Gain Tap the Gain button to display the gain levels for each channel of the selected module group To adjust gain values drag the fader D for large increments drag above or below the fader for fine adjustment or tap the value A for keyboard entry Delay Tap the Delay button to display the delay time for each channel of the selected module group Delay values can be adjusted in four ways e Drag the fader D to adjust by large increments e Drag above or below the fader for fine adjustment e Drag on the meter to the left of the fader for very fine adjustment e Tap the delay value A for keyboard entry A total delay of 2 000 ms input plus output can be set subject to level limits set by the system designer LimiterMax Tap the LimiterMax button to view a submenu containing functions rel
214. ronizing audible changes synchronizing Controller and Processors SysEx messages system configuration save store in multiple processors 15 192 103 193 173 191 195 193 194 174 134 58 10 173 168 167 167 91 16 21 150 140 139 59 142 107 109 133 143 32 221 192 185 186 190 189 197 198 103 58 107 system configuration file compare system presets System Store and Recall menu Tablet PC and Laptop power settings Tablet PC Input panel settings tabs technical data time constants toggle meters turn off power saving features tutorial Designer Mode Global Access UDP messaging undo unlock module unlock polarity unmute group input unmute module unmute module input unused output channels updating Controller updating Processors upgrade firmware User mode User Preferences menu using auxiliary outputs using PEO filters using the highpass filter 58 104 107 103 7 8 24 132 70 169 7 21 208 216 11 192 222 71 201 201 201 221 189 188 231 233 221 171 97 87 86 verifying Controller and Processor communication 14 video card settings recommended View Only view only modules virtual frames wired network setup wireless network setup wireless networking package working offline worksheet navigation and data entry worksheets Xover screen Xover Aux Design worksheet Xover Aux screen shortcuts Xover Aux HPF LPF functions 5 5 66 229
215. rossovers also apply to Mesa EQ modules Security Levels Designer Mode provides three levels of password protected security that can be applied to a system configuration Global At the global level a simple selection makes system wide changes that affect what can be seen or adjusted in User Mode A system designer can choose to hide any combination of EQ overlays Xover HPF LPF tabs levels and meters These items can also be set to View Only allowing a User Mode operator to view but not change certain information V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 213 Designer Mode Reference Note Global settings are saved in the system configuration file Module Individual EQ overlays and crossover tabs can be hidden or set to View Only Additional settings normally invisible in User Mode can also be adjusted and hidden at the module level At the module level changes are specific to individual modules and groups Discrete password protection can be applied to modules providing an additional level of security Base Configuration Base configuration is the lowest level of module security enabling the system designer to define an underlying base EQ curve and crossover settings along with factory levels and level limits A system designer can restrict what can be seen or adjusted and provide optional password protection to the underlying settings Note The Dolby Lake Controller is not shipped with base configur
216. roughout the system display the reference selected here Pre Limiter Tap the Pre Limiter button to view the pre limiter output signals Tap again to return to post limiter mode This is a global function and all meters throughout the system display the reference selected here Note The limiter status is identified on the bottom right of each output meter above the channel label mute button AmpClip Reference Tap the AmpClip Reference button to view output signals with respect to the AmpClip reference level Tap again to return to the normal view which is relative to the factory MaxRMS level as defined using Designer Mode When AmpClip Reference is selected the Amp Clip level is used as the reference for the 0 dB level on the meter With correct settings the output meter will identify the onset of clipping AmpClip Reference is a global function all meters throughout the system display the reference selected here 76 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Levels Assign Meters The Assign Meters function is active only when a group Levels page is accessed via a group icon For metering purposes a module may be assigned to a group This provides an overview of the input output signals for that group When a group is created the first module to be assigned to that group is assigned to metering automatically To assign a module to a group for metering purposes 1 Access a group Levels page thr
217. roups and all security for levels is controlled via individual modules V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 223 Designer Mode Reference 18 2 4 Security for Global Access Functions Global Access settings affect all modules and groups within a system configuration To enable Global Access mode 1 From Home tap User Preferences 2 Tap Designer Functions ensure Designer Mode is active orange 3 Tap Global Access The following options are available Table 18 1 Global Access Security Functions Function Result in Normal User Mode EQ Hide Hides all EQ overlays for all modules and groups EQ View Only Protects all EQ overlays from adjustment for all modules and groups Hides all Xover screens or HPF LPF screens for all modules and groups x ven Onl Protects all Xover screens or HPF LPF screens from adjustment for all E modules and groups Levels Hide Hides all Levels screens for all modules and groups Levels View Only Protects all Levels screens from adjustment for all modules and groups Global Access Tutorial To hide all crossover HPF LPF and EQ overlays in a system 1 From Home tap User Preferences 2 Tap Global Access then tap EQ Hide 3 Tap Xover Hide Active buttons illuminate orange 4 To activate these global settings 5 Tap Glbl Access Exit 6 Tap Designer Mode The button becomes blue inactive available in User Mode Summary The Global Access functions appl
218. s Note Level limits can be adjusted in Designer Mode Assign Changes made to the group EQ Levels affect only those modules assigned to that group Before assigning modules to a group make sure the required modules and groups are in the work area and navigate to the Groups menu 170 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Label To assign modules to a group 4 Tap the Assign button to activate the function Tap a group icon The icon illuminates yellow Tap each module icon you wish to assign to that group Each module icon s border illuminates yellow indicating it is assigned to the selected eroup Tap the Assign button again to deactivate the function Module group assignments can be verified by selecting a group icon in the work area The selected group and associated module icons will display yellow borders Note Modules will not allow any group or any combination of groups to exceed its minimum or maximum limits Warning messages will be displayed if a group assignment would cause the module to exceed its level limits The first module that is assigned to the group will be used by the group for level metering purposes This metering assignment can be changed at a later stage if required please refer to Section 5 2 8 for further details on the Assign Meters function 9 4 Label The group label is a user defined value at the bottom of the group icon that is useful for identifying wh
219. s Linear Phase module that uses two or three output channels m Any module The other modules of the frame may contain any Classic or 3 Auxiliary Outputs Linear Phase module that uses two or three output channels Au Module A C An option to load either a Classic 2 Way or the 2 Auxiliary 4 Auxiliary Outputs i E e Outputs modules is provided when loading the 4 Auxiliary Outputs module 100 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Auxiliary Output Channels 5 Auxiliary Outputs Module A C Module B is loaded with the 1 Auxiliary Output module 6 Auxiliary Outputs Module A B or C D Two modules are used for this module type This file may be loaded into any Contour module The other modules of the frame may contain any Classic or Linear Phase module that uses two or three Classic 2 Way 1Auxiliary CL2w 1a output channels This file may be loaded into module A or C only The other modules of the Classic 3 Way E y frame may contain any Classic or Linear Phase module that uses two or three 1Auxiliary CL3w 1a output channels Linear Phase Brick This file may be loaded into any Contour module The other modules of the Wall 2 way Auxiliary frame may contain any Classic or Linear Phase module that uses two or three Output LP2w 1a output channels 5 4 1 Using Auxiliary Outputs To configure a module for output specific EQ first load an Auxiliary Output file into a module From Home tap Mo
220. s Moves the GEQ selector one filter to the left Moves the GEQ selector one filter to the right Increases the gain of the selected GEQ filter Fine Adjustment mode Increases the gain of the selected GEQ filter Decreases the gain of the selected GEQ filter Fine Adjustment mode Decreases the gain of the selected GEQ filter 16 5 2 PEQ Overlay Shortcuts Table 16 5 PEQ Overlay Shortcuts Adds a low shelf filter at 125 Hz Adds a parametric filter at 500 Hz Adds a Mesa filter with low frequency at 830 Hz and high frequency at 1 2 kHz Adds a high shelf filter at 8 kHz The gain value for the selected filter is displayed in the onscreen keyboard for instant editing The frequency value of the selected filter is displayed in the onscreen keyboard for instant editing F4 Ctrl The high frequency value of a selected Mesa filter is displayed in the onscreen keyboard for instant editing V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 201 Keyboard Shortcuts Reference NS The bandwidth value of the selected filter is displayed in the onscreen keyboard for instant editing B Ctl The high bandwidth of the selected Mesa filter is displayed in the onscreen keyboard for instant editing Moves the center frequency of the selected filter to the left lt Shift or Moves the center frequency of the selected filter to the left Fine Adjustment mode Caps Lock Moves the center frequency of the selected filter to the right
221. s available for the Classic 5 Way 5 Aux and the 1 Auxiliary laux Output modules Frame DEMO Module A CLoway Base Config No Base Cfg Input 1 Input 3 DEMC CL5way Input 2 Input 4 AES Outi 2 3 4 5 CobraMet Out 1 2 3 4 5 Analog ut 1 2 3 4 5 Frame DEMO Module B 1Aux Base Contig No Base Cig Input 1 Input 3 Input 2 Input 4 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 163 Module File Types 8 2 6 Classic 6 Way 6 Auxiliary Outputs The Classic 6 Way CL6way or 6 Auxiliary Outputs 6aux modules can use any combination of input signal which is split to all six output channels The Classic 6 Way is shown here Frame DEMO Module 4 B CLeway Base Contig Mo base cfg Input 1 Input 3 Input 2 Input 4 AES Out 1 2 5 4 5 6 CobraNet Gut 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 3 Linear Phase Crossovers Linear phase crossovers provide steep transition slopes with zero phase shift Linear phase crossovers are available in two three and four way module types 164 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Linear Phase Crossovers 8 3 1 Linear Phase Brick Wall 2 Way 1 Classic Auxiliary Output The Linear Phase Brick Wall 2 Way LP2way provides an auxiliary channel with traditional HPF LPF for each module LP2w 1a A ES Base Config No Base Cfg AES Outil 2 3 Cobrahet Out 2 3 Analog Out 1 2 3 The LP2way uses significant processing power to create the steep crossover
222. s provide the unique identifier of each node on an Ethernet network The address uniquely identifies the network that the node is on as well as uniquely identifying the node on that network In other more practical terms the unique identifier ensures that for example personal computers all around the world do not clog the Internet with messages intended for local area data transfers and the like Since Ethernet is used both locally and globally the Ethernet standards have reserved different ranges of IP addresses for various applications Public IP addresses are used on the Internet and should not be used in local area networks A range of private IP addresses have also been defined and set aside for use on internal networks These private IP addresses can be used on internal networks by anyone as the Internet s backbone routers will not route packets with these addresses The Dolby Lake Processor hardware and Dolby Lake Controller software have been developed and tested for use on internal networks that are not intended to be connected to the Internet Therefore we recommend that you use private IP addresses when configuring the network V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 243 IP Address Selection A 2 Factory Reset Configuration After starting a factory reset Dolby Lake Processor the IP address will be set in the Automatic Private IP Address range 169 254 x x with a subnet mask of 255 255 0 0 Dante
223. se Wheel Shortcuts System Areas Warnings error messages dialog boxes and onscreen keyboard Submenus Warnings error messages dialog boxes and onscreen keyboard Mouse Wheel Filter point Xover PEQ or GEQ screens V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Equivalent Touch Screen Operation Tapping No or Cancel Tapping Exit exiting up one menu level Tapping Yes or OK Dragging the filter point up or down filter gain cut or boost 199 Keyboard Shortcuts Reference 16 3 16 3 1 16 3 2 16 3 3 16 4 Button Bar Shortcuts Context Switching To change a context view using the keyboard 1 Hold down the C key 2 Tap the number on the keyboard that corresponds to the required context 3 Release the C key Main Navigation Function Buttons The lt F1 gt through lt F10 gt keys are mapped sequentially from left to right to the main navigation and function buttons on the button bar Pressing an lt F gt key will have the same effect as tapping the associated button with a touch screen pen or pointer This applies to all button bar buttons throughout the system Undo Redo To undo redo the last Levels or EQ change 1 Hold down the Ctrl key 2 Tap the Z key This function toggles between undo and redo providing the same affect as tapping the Undo Redo button Shortcut Combination Keys Throughout the following sections specific actions are described These are
224. ser printout folder in your Dolby Lake Controller installation directory Animate This button is on by default enabling various animation and graphic effects during use of the Dolby Lake Controller For slower computers we recommend disabling this feature Daylight Mode Daylight Mode provides high contrast graphics on a white background making the Controller easier to view under daylight conditions C MEq Demo Frequency Mesa EQ oc Fil 9dB I T T T T T T parameters or select Levels tab to set Levels No Configuration Figure 12 1 Controller in Daylight Mode Tap the Daylight Mode button to toggle between normal graphics settings black background and Daylight mode white background Show Mode Tap the Show Mode button to toggle Show Mode on orange and off blue Show Mode should be activated during a show to prevent accidental changes 182 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Show Mode When Show Mode is on e Channel mute and polarity buttons are disabled on all Levels screens e Input Mixer and Input Mute controls are disabled e All changes to EQ and Levels are restricted to fine adjustments e All Xover screens become unavailable e All Home level menu options are disabled except User Preferences and Network V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 183 Chapter 13 Pages Menu Referenc
225. so available for groups except the following e LimiterMax RMS Corner e LimiterMax RMS Attack e LimiterMax RMS Release e Input Headroom e Control of output levels where the group contains modules of varying crossover types for example three and four way modules assigned to the same group Assigning Modules to a Group To assign both modules of a frame to a group 1 Tap the Home button to locate to the Main page 2 Tap the Groups button to display the groups scroll bar 3 Tap Group 1 and then tap the Main page to add the group to your configuration Designer Mode Select required function button No Configuration aon V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 61 Dolby Lake Controller Tutorial 4 Tap the Assign button and tap the icons for modules A and B to group the two Contour loudspeaker processor modules Assigned modules are highlighted with a yellow border Designer Mode Select all the Modules to be assigned to the selected Group No Configuration me om e So p 5 Tap the Assign button again to exit Assign mode 6 Tap Groups EXIT or Home to return to the Main page 3 7 Dolby Lake Controller File Types Before saving the simple configuration just created it is useful to learn about the file types used to store and recall settings within the Dolby Lake Controller software Table 3 3 summarizes the various file types 62 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual
226. sor Please refer to Section 7 4 3 for detailed information on the Replace Frame functionality 192 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Chapter 15 15 1 Communication and Synchronization The Dolby Lake Controller and hardware processors communicate via an Ethernet network All updates made using the Controller are transmitted in real time to the network of Dolby Lake Processors Both the Controller and Processors store all required information which results in two copies of the data for each module e A copy stored in the Controller software e A copy stored in the Processor hardware This data redundancy ensures an extremely high level of confidence in communicating over an Ethernet network that can be subjected to other network traffic as well as interference or lost data packets due to a noisy transport such as wireless Ethernet configurations If there is ever a discrepancy found between these two data records the Controller immediately notifies the user that the two data records are out of sync and provides a choice to continue using the settings on the hardware processor or to use the settings in the Controller software Discrepancies are typically caused by making adjustments to a hardware processor via the front panel interface while the Controller is disconnected temporarily This chapter provides useful terminology definitions and reference information for dealing with communication and synchro
227. sovers 150 Clear button 142 clearing a preset location 109 clock auto detection 113 Cobranet 114 configuration 112 CobraNet bundle 131 button 130 clock 114 conductor 131 latency 131 performer 131 priority 131 combine crossover 91 command line options 241 communication verifying 14 communication and synchronization 185 communication errors 186 compare overlays 82 compare system configuration files 104 compare system presets 109 computer requirements and configuration 5 computer settings for Processors 188 conductor 131 Index configuration Designer Mode 172 205 206 clock 112 access 208 computer 5 additional functions 221 I O 112 password protection 207 configuration file Designer Mode process 217 recall 104 Designer Mode security 208 configuration information 28 Designer Mode tutorial 208 configuring the Tablet PC for wireless networking 17 designer worksheets 223 confirming wireless operation 19 designing and protecting a Dolby Lake Controller context switching 192 system 207 Contexts 171 digital output configuration 124 Contour amp Mesa mode 25 disable crossover 95 Contour configuration file 58 disable level adjustments 220 Contour modules 26 disabling keyboard shortcuts 191 Controllers Dolby Lake Controller tutorial 21 multiple 180 edit filter 84 95 96 primary and secondary 180 Enable Mute button 71 copy group 164 Enable Polarity button 71 copy icon 177 enabling keyboard shortcuts 191 cop
228. t are displayed To select an output tap the relevant green filter box and toggle between outputs using the crossover tool The selected output name is displayed in red text at the top right of the Xover screen V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 91 EQ Levels Menu Reference The following screen shows a parametric filter used to shape the sound from output 1 the first output of module A which is the currently selected module Letter labeled points on the screen are use in the subsequent instructions Levels OVER 1 600k 24dB L R oo oo 00 Although this parametric filter crosses the range used by all outputs it affects only the range of the selected output The curved white line identifies the effect the parametric filter has on output 1 To add parametric EQ to an output 1 Tap the required crossover filter box F to select the crossover 2 Use the crossover selector to select the required output of the crossover light green equals selected Tap an EQ filter B C or D and tap again in middle of screen Boost cut the frequency gain by dragging the filter point G up down Adjust the frequency by dragging the filter point G left or right If Frequency Lock A is active orange you cannot change the frequency by dragging the filter point Either deactivate Frequency Lock or use the EQ Tool I to change the frequency 6 Adjust the bandwidth by dragging to
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230. te 2 1 1 Frame ID Mame version ENEE 4 Tap Select old and then Update A warning message appears Selected frames will now be updated Proceed with the utmost care to ensure that these frames stay online during this procedure since a network or power dropout may cause the firmware on one or more frames to become permanently corrupted You should therefore ensure everyone on site knows you re doing this never update over a wireless connection and ensure no other controllers are running on the network lake 5 Tap OK in response to the warning message 240 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Firmware Upgrade Using the Dolby Lake Controller 19 2 The Processors will be updated with the latest firmware The percentage value indicates the status of the update of that unit Frame ID Name Version A green check mark indicates a successful update or that the current firmware already matches that selected at the top of the screen Frame ID Name version A red cross indicates the firmware has not yet been upgraded to the selected target firmware version Frame ID Mame version When you are using the Contour Pro26 or Mesa Quad EQ update utilities a separate column is displayed for the ARM and DSP updates 6 Wait for all Processors to be upgraded A message appears indicating that you must restart the updated frames Update completed You must restart the updated frames before
231. te mode when you navigate to other areas of the user interface This is a safety feature to ensure that no modules or groups are left accidentally muted Additionally context switching is also disabled to ensure that no modules or groups are left accidentally muted Solo Mute Enable Tap the Solo Mute Enable button to toggle the Solo Mute functionality on orange and off blue While the Solo Mute function is on icons are red when muted or green when in Solo mode All modules default to Solo mode when Solo Mute is first turned on Tap a module or group icon to keep Solo mode active on that module or all modules in the selected group and mute all other modules in the system Tap the same icon again to unmute all modules V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 175 Solo Mute Menu Reference The following figure shows module B of a frame in Solo mode The other two module icons are muted through the Solo Mute function 10 3 Pile The Pile function allows for multiple modules or groups to solo at the same time 1 Tap the Solo Mute Enable button from the Solo Mute menu The button illuminates orange Tap the Pile button The button illuminates orange Tap a Module or Group icon to solo Repeat for other modules or groups to solo Tap Solo Mute Enable again to exit this function 10 4 All Mute To mute all modules in a system 1 Tap Solo Mute Enable from the Solo Mute menu The button illuminates or
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233. ter Box Displays the frequency bandwidth and gain values of each filter Tap a filter box to select a particular filter Double tap the filter box to switch to Fine Adjustment mode Drag the filter box down to bypass the filter Drag the filter box up to insert Drag the filter box off the top of the screen to delete Low Shelf Filter Boost cut low frequencies Unlike traditionally implemented shelf filters the Mesa EQ shelf filter can be adjusted from very shallow to extremely steep filter slopes Parametric Filter Boost cut a specified frequency band from one tenth of an octave to multiple octaves of bandwidth Mesa Filter The unique Mesa filter contains two filter points that can be adjusted on either side to create a steep peak or a gentle slope with a variable width flat top frequency response High Shelf Filter Boost cut high frequencies Unlike traditionally implemented shelf filters the Mesa EQ shelf filter can be adjusted from very shallow to extremely steep filter slopes Module Icon Displays the currently selected module and status information H Filter Shape EQ The selected filter is highlighted in light blue The overall EQ curve is identified Curve by a white line EQ Tool Adjusts the filter bandwidth for parametric Mesa and high shelf filters by Left Side dragging left or right J EQ Tool Center Changes the frequency of the selected filter by dragging left or right EQ Tool Adjusts the filter
234. ter enabled or select Offline during initial network selection on startup or tap the Network button in the Network button bar and select the network card graphic labeled Offline from the scroll bar A large majority of functions can be used when offline although some hardware specific configuration functions are not accessible Note If an existing system configuration has been modified and stored while offline the new values will take effect when the system configuration is recalled with an online network or processors Virtual Frames Virtual frames can be used while working offline A virtual frame provides the same functions as online modules they can be loaded with module files copied and pasted and stored as module files or as part of a system configuration 190 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Working Offline 14 3 2 The module scroll bar always contains the following virtual frame configurations that represent the available processor range Virtual Frame Virtual Frame Virtual Frame Virtual Frame Virtual Frame 3 Fa ore 4 OF a ore a OF T j i 7 i i ji i EEUN ud BA A ye mA LA H i F EN E 2x Contour 4x Mesa EQ 4x Contour 2x Contour Gx Mesa EQ Modules Modules Modules dx MEO Modules Modules To use virtual frames 1 Tap the virtual frame icon that you require The cursor will represent the relevant number of module icons 2 Place the virtual frame in the work
235. the CD ROM drive The first time you do this the AutoPlay feature will present a dialog box To run the Setup program choose Install Dolby Lake Controller and then follow the instructions that appear on the screen Alternatively if you have downloaded the Dolby Lake Controller software installer from the Internet double tap the installer executable to start the installation process The Dolby Lake Controller Setup program will guide you through software installation 1 Read and enter installation information as required and tap Next to proceed through the installation dialog boxes Tap Install when requested Tap Finish when installation is complete Following successful installation the Dolby Lake Controller icon appears on the desktop Note Before using the Dolby Lake Controller with a network of hardware processors please follow the configuration procedures described in Section 2 3 PC Networking Setup How Networking Works The TCP IP protocol suite is structured in layers as illustrated in Figure 2 1 The link layer is Ethernet and is responsible for connecting to the cabling and Ethernet switches For communication to occur each device must have a valid IP address The IP layer uses these addresses to route packets between devices The transport layer provides flows of data and is used by applications to communicate with each other over the network The Dolby Lake Controller uses UDP messaging to communicate with Dolby L
236. the left or right of the shape tool J 92 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Crossovers and HPF LPF 5 3 3 Linear Phase Crossovers The linear phase crossover modules provide steep crossovers without phase distortion The following example shows the Xover screen for a Linear Phase Brick Wall 4 Way module LP4way PEQ1 GEQ2 AIB LP4 Demo Frequency HPF 250 0 49 87 LPBW 3dB 6dB 9dB 12dB 15dB l I l i I I I 20Hz 31Hz 62Hz 125Hz 250Hz 500Hz 1kHz 4kHz 8kHz 16kHz 32kHz a No Configuration 7 gt H EQ Levels Crossover Alignment Crossover Crossover Filter Filter Filter SmaartLive Mund a H ome EXIT ME Functions Delay Select Set Flat Delete Edit _ Unavailable While most of the button bar functions are the same some Xover menu options and functions are different for linear phase modules The differences are identified in the sections that follow 5 3 4 Crossover Functions Crossover Functions provides a submenu containing the following functions HPF LPF Functions e HPF LPF Func Exit Exits this menu and returns to the Crossover Functions menu e Input HPF Contour only Sets the overall module HPF to affect all output channels for the module depending on the frequency of the HPF and outputs V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 93 EQ Levels Menu Reference e Low Output HPF
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238. tion while in Battery mode these settings should be disabled To turn off power saving features navigate using the Windows Control Panel Start Menu gt Settings gt Control Panel gt Power Options V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 7 Dolby Lake Controller Installation Power Optons Praperies Power Schemes Select the power scheme with the most appropriate settings for this computer Note that changing the settings below will modify the selected scheme Power schemes Always On Settings for Always On power scheme When computer is l Plugged in ET Running an batteries Tum off monitor After 20 mins After 15 mins Tum off hard disks Never After 30 mins System standby Never Never System hibemates Never As settings vary depending on each tablet or laptop please consult the appropriate hardware manual for further information 2 1 4 Tablet PC Input Panel Settings Windows XP Tablet Edition provides the pen action Start Input Panel gesture which starts the tablet Input Panel keyboard or writing pad This gesture is a quick movement of the pen from side to side If the Input Panel appears while using the Dolby Lake Controller it will cause flickering because both the Controller and the Input Panel attempt to be in the foreground To disable the Input Panel gesture 1 Access Tablet and Pen Settings through the Windows Control Panel Start Menu gt Settings gt Control Panel
239. ton in the bottom right corner of the Input Mixer pop up window to return to the I O Config screen Each output can be custom configured by the user as well Tap one of the zoom icons represented by a magnifying glass on the right side of the module s block diagram This action will open the Output Configuration window V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 39 Dolby Lake Controller Tutorial 40 Output Configuration Source Destination Module Outputs O gt AES SPDIF Outputs AES1 AES2 AES4 AESS AES6 AES AES6 SPDIF ce 0200500050000 28 0000020000 500 5 0 HA 0000500000500 HAD 00000000000 fe ee output 7 HEHE 4 1 1311 output s HEHEHE 1 8 8 1 output 9 HEHE 1 13 1213 Output 10 34 010 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Orange buttons digital output s for the associated channel Tap orange button to disconnect or blue button to connect another output Tap AES buttons to configure sample rate for each AES pair The Output Configuration window provides the ability to route any physical input or module output to any available analog or digital output on the Dolby Lake Processor The arrows below the source and destination labels allow selection and mapping of all available I O 5 Tap on the exit button in the bottom right to return to the I O Config page The left side of the I O Config page provides both clock and input configuration functions Status information is provided a
240. troller Manual Designer Mode Security Crossover and Output EQ All information in the Xover screen Lake Contour or HPF LPF screen Mesa EQ is stored in the base configuration file including crossover frequencies crossover type for example Bessel Butterworth or Linkwitz Riley along with any output specific EQ HPF LPF settings and crossover access status All data in the Xover screen can be adjusted for each module unless the designer has applied security to the base configuration file A base configuration file cannot be loaded into a module running a different DSP program For example a two way base configuration file cannot be loaded into a module that is currently running a three way module program a two way module program must be loaded first PEQ and GEQ All module and group EQ overlays are combined and stored as an invisible default EQ curve for the new base configuration Once stored in the base configuration files this default EQ curve cannot be viewed or adjusted although further EQ overlays can be created at the module or group level When the new base configuration file is loaded into a different module the main EQ appears flat Output specific EQ from the Xover or output EQ screens can still be viewed or adjusted unless the system designer has protected it Note The EQ curve created in the PEQ and GEQ overlays is separate from any output specific EQ created on the Xover page Applicable to loudspeaker
241. tructure for Insert Bypass Group EQ Overlay MIDI 01 ESCA AO Message Table 17 6 describes the contents of the message fields Table 17 6 Message Fields for Insert Bypass Group EQ Overlay MIDI 01 e e o o 2 00 20 5A for all Lake MIDI messaging 6 iets the group number Group 0 trough to Group 25 1 5 gts a Bypass iwet 01 opea Atwayet O Oo 17 2 6 Insert Bypass Module EQ Overlay through MIDI 02 Table 17 7 shows the SysEx message structure for Insert Bypass Group EQ Overlay MIDI 02 Table 17 7 SysEx Message Structure for Insert Bypass Group EQ Overlay MIDI 02 RBI RIAL LRA Aes Example SysEx FO 20 5A 02 2D 2D 2D 2D 01 01 EZ Message Table 17 8 describes the contents of the message fields Table 17 8 Message Fields for Insert Bypass Group EQ Overlay MIDI 02 Cae TO Start SysEx Message Identifier Always F0 Manufacturer ID Byte One 00 20 5A for all Lake MIDI messaging Manufacturer ID Byte Two Manufacturer ID Byte Three Identifies the message type 02 Insert Bypass Module EQ Overlay 208 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual MIDI Control C O6 First character of Frame Name The Frame Name must be unique on the network A Ernie Ne Use capital alphanumeric values MEA haran E T The Hex code 2D in the example above represents the character which is the default Frame Name aa Fourth character of Frame Name Module Reference Module A 01 Module B 02 Module
242. tting up wireless network configuration Advanced OK Cancel 5 Select the General tab scroll down to Internet Protocol TCP IP and tap Properties Wireless Network Connection Properties Ip 2 x General wireless Networks Advanced Connect using ES Broadcom 802 116 Network Adapter This connection uses the following items SA Aw Link NetBIOS SN Link IPR SP HNetBl05 Compatible Transport Prot internet Protocol TEP 1P 4 a Install Urihetall Properties V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 19 Dolby Lake Controller Installation 6 If this screen shows Obtain an IP address automatically and you are encountering problems enter a Class A B or C fixed private IP address and appropriate subnet mask ensuring it is unique Do not use the same IP address that you allocated to the access point Tap OK Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties E General You can get IP settings assigned automatically f your network supports this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address IP address Subnet mask Default gateway Note Please refer to Appendix A for more information on the selection of an appropriate IP address 7 Tap OK again A pop up message will appear in the Windows icon tray i Wireless Network Connection Ei
243. tus is shown by an orange button and whether software control is available is also identified per I O card 124 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual I O Contig Float S A na lm r la FA a lo L J 5 Ll FO Card 1 Analog Inputs 1 4 FO Card 2 MA SC Enabled FO Card 3 Analog Outputs 1 4 VO Card 4 MA SC Enabled To enable Software Control SC setthe lso Float switch on the Dolby Lake Processor to the down position LITS C If the switch on the analog converter card is in the Lift SC position then this screen can be used to set the ground lift status for that card If the switch on the analog converter card is set to grounded GND then software control is disabled The following is displayed in the same location of the I O Config page for Virtual Frames T virtual Frame O Card Configuration V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 125 Modules Menu Reference An interactive page is displayed showing a line drawing of the back panel of a Dolby Lake Processor This allows drag and drop functionality to configure this offline processor in exactly the required hardware configuration and will provide the relevant I O options based on this configuration Frame I O Card Configuration Select a card fram the scrollbar then place itin the required location on the diagram ab 7 2 4 Input Mix Summary and Input Mixers Switch Input mix summaries and switches are show
244. twork unicast or multicast will be selected based on the number of receivers for this channel This advanced setting can generally be left as Auto Tapping the keyboard button to the right of the Uni button will display the on screen keyboard allowing up to a 31 character name to be entered for this Dante channel On the input configuration of other processors the Frame label along with this label or channel number if no label is defined will be used to uniquely identify the available Dante channels on the network Using meaningful channel labels is recommended before configuring your system routing to ensure error free routing 46 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Modules and Frames 3 3 8 Levels and Meters From the Main page tap the My 3 Way module icon to display its parameters This action will enter the EQ and Levels interface for the module displaying the EQ screen the first time it is accessed Tap the Levels tab at the top left of the display to access the Levels interface This provides metering information and faders for adjustment of gains delays and limiters By default gain controls and meters are displayed for the input and all outputs of the module Mute controls are located below each input and output meter with a polarity button for the input Fay Input FO Input S Mixer L Mutes To unmute the module input tap the red mute button labeled Input MUTED Note The module
245. ull response of the parametric filter is shown in blue but the parametric filter affects only the output it is associated with The solid white line shows the resulting crossover curve for the low output Tap the Crossover Select button to display the crossover scroll bar from which you can select various standard crossover types If crossover sections are combined the new crossover selection is applied to both sides of the selected crossover If crossovers are split the crossover selection applies only to the currently selected output To change the crossover type to a 48 dB Linkwitz Riley Tap the 1 6 kHz filter box to select that crossover Tap Crossover Select Select 48dB Linkwitz Riley from the scroll bar Tap Crossover Set aS SS A Tap Yes in the dialog box to load the new crossover The crossover interface provides a fast and easy method for configuring your loudspeaker system You can create your own presets or build them based upon data available from speaker manufacturers Groups The Dolby Lake Controller allows grouping of multiple modules This unique concept allows the EQ and levels of multiple modules to be changed with a single adjustment Every module may be a member of up to 28 groups 60 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Groups All EQ functions available for a module are also available for a group with a maximum of four EQ overlays per group Most Levels functions are al
246. urate low latency audio distribution over Ethernet Dante provides a reliable digital audio networking system with complete flexibility ease of use and cost effectiveness With innovative features such as Zen Dante enabled Dolby Lake Processors automatically find each other and provide the ability for any Dante audio channel on the network to be routed to the input of one or more processors Dante can be easily integrated into an existing network sharing the system with normal data traffic And if you want to do digital audio recording processing or playback using computer based programs the Dante virtual soundcard enables you to just plug the network directly into the standard Ethernet port on a PC no external boxes or soundcards are required Dante is built into the Dolby Lake Processor no additional hardware is required The Dolby Lake Processor supports up to 8 Dante audio inputs and 16 Dante audio outputs over a single Ethernet connection Tapping the zoom button labeled Dante Configuration displays the following screen with Dante disabled by default Transmit Outputs Minimum Latency Output Channel Labels Autoen Uni NE Autour Uni RE mo T EDE T Eg TE T Ep F om 0 T ED TEn T Ep NOTE When Dante is enabled ensure the SRC Clock is used to lock any additional digital signal to this processor When Dante is enabled by default the processor will only receive audio transmission is disabled in order to
247. ver settings Tap the EQ tab top left and select Xover Lake Contour or HPF LPF Mesa EQ With the first output low frequency selected tap Crossover Select Select 36dB Butterworth from the scroll bar Tap Crossover Set then tap Yes to the warning message Tap HPF Enable located at the top left of the screen out e a e a Tap Xover Functions from the button bar then tap Crossover View Only This hides the crossover screen or HPF LPF screen when in User Mode or when the base configuration module is locked To add EQ 1 Tap PEQ1 and add a low shelf filter around 80 Hz with 3 dB of gain 2 Tap Home To lock the base configuration 1 Tap Modules then tap module A to select it 2 Tap Label amp Lock The following options are displayed Tap Set Base Password type Demo and tap OK Type Demo again to confirm and tap OK to the message Tap Base Unlocked This changes to read Unlock Base and the password is now required to unlock this base configuration file The Xover page will be displayed as View Only until it is unlocked Any user even a system designer cannot adjust the settings unless they first unlock the base configuration file Level Limits and Adjust Factory options are locked out in both User Mode and Designer Mode and the input delay fader is removed when in User Mode 218 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Designer Mode Security To save the new base configuration fil
248. verlay Bypass Overlay Insert Overlay Compare ooocoooocccconoccccnconacccncnnnncnncnnnacinnnnnncens 86 BZ 10 gt OVEN AY Alisa data 87 52 16 Filter BYPASS FITCH Inserte a und NN 87 SA FCE FA aaan E N A E arta miens 87 9A 19 Fiter Doel rasia d o E E 87 52197 Filter EO ctxt strstr sales ocala a Sata e a aca aecta 88 5 2 20 Analyzer Bridge Analyzer Unavailable coooooncccooncncoconccononnncnoncnnnnoncnnnonnnnnnnnnoos 88 5 2 21 High Precision Filter AdjuStMENSTS ococccconnnccocnncoconnconanononnnonconannncnnnnnnonannconanenconanonos 88 53 Crossovers ana PE Aaa or laa 89 5 3 1 Using the Highpass Filter HPF Enable ooocococonionocncononononononoconoronnononononoranonononns 90 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual vii Contents 5 3 2 Using PEQ Filters on the Xover Screen cccccceceeseeeeceeeeceeeeeeseeesseeeeeeeseeeeeessaaneees 91 5 3 3 Linear Phase COSSIO Sica 93 5 3 4 Crossover FUNCIONS iii A AA aan 93 5 3 5 Crossover Split Crossover Combine Alignment Delay occccoccnccconcncccncnncccnnnncononoos 95 536 GrossovernsHPl LPP Sele Girne a 97 5 3 7 HPF Set LPF Set Crossover Set Filter Bypass Filter InSert ooocccccconnccccncnnconcnnos 98 590 AM a as elect cie db 99 599 Filter Delete uscar tail 99 3 10 Fiter Eds a cio 99 5 3 11 Analyzer Bridge Analyzer Unavailable ooooccccconnccccconcconcconoconnnonnroncnnnancncconanoos 100 54 Alix
249. vides the interface for enabling Multiple Controllers Multiple Controllers allows for multiple computers operating on the same network of Dolby Lake Processors Lake Contour and Lake Mesa Quad EQ hardware processors Network Tap Network to display the network adapters used to connect the Dolby Lake Controller to the network This feature can be used to switch between network adapters or to work offline 1 From Home tap Network Tap the required network connection on the scroll bar Tap Select Network and then tap Yes to the warning message Local Area C mi m PA offline Connection jal el ss A ze i nap Disabled Mot Connected Disable Network If there are multiple adapters available to the Controller any adapters that are not the currently selected adapter may be disabled to avoid communication errors To disable an adapter tap the desired network adapter in the scroll bar and then tap Disable Network To reenable an adapter tap on the desired network adapter and then tap Enable Network To update information about an adapter tap the desired network adapter and then tap Refresh Network To enable multiple Controllers to be connected to the same network tap the desired network adapter and then tap Multiple Controllers The Multiple Controllers menu buttons display See Section 14 2 for details on each Multiple Controllers menu button V5 1 DRAFT
250. ware with that stored in the Processors If differences are found the Controller software informs the user that modules are out of sync A Re sync occurs when e A system configuration file is recalled e An offline module becomes online e Anetwork or communication error occurs V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Synchronization 15 3 2 The Controller advises that synchronization is occurring by displaying the following message configure the system select a Module or Group above to EQ and set Levels Out of Sync The Dolby Lake Controller and Dolby Lake Processors could become out of sync for the following reasons e Anupdate was made using the Controller software while a unit was offline e A communication or network error occurred during an update When the affected modules return online the Controller compares its data with the Processor s data If differences are found the Controller highlights which modules are out of sync Note Any affected modules or related groups are set to View Only No further changes can be made until the computer and processors are synchronized Audio will not be affected unless the Use Computer Settings option is selected V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 195 Communication and Synchronization Use data in rn Ja LOomputel Figure 15 1 Out of Sync Notifications Table 15 1 defines the notifications labeled in Figure 15 1
251. y Max Level Limit is set to Zero Crossover and HPF LPF settings have been transferred and are set to View Only or HPF LPF settings have been have been Levels gt Meter Options The Adjust Factory button normally present is not available until the base configuration file is unlocked Levels gt Meter Options The Level Limits button normally present is not available until the base configuration file is unlocked Levels gt Delay Attempt to move the input delay fader Designer Mode only In User Mode this delay fader is removed EQ gt Xover tab EQ gt HPF LPF tab transferred and are set to View Only The EQ setting has been transferred 18 2 2 Not applicable PEQ and GEO settings saved in base configuration files cannot be viewed although an audio comparison can be made between module A and B to verify they are identical Summary Base configuration files enable low level security allowing control over individual aspects of the system The system designer can fine tune a speaker configuration or system EQ and protect the settings by hiding or setting them as View Only The base configuration files can be saved and loaded into other modules in the same system or in different systems This provides a starting point from which the module can be fine tuned by another designer or user Note The module I O Config screen displays the name of the base configuration file that was Originally loaded or m
252. y an overall security to a particular Controller system and can be used in addition to the system security settings 224 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Functional Reference Guide 18 3 18 3 1 Functional Reference Guide This section provides an overview of the steps required for each Designer Mode process This can be used as a quick reference for the features described throughout the tutorial based on the procedure or function This section describes the standard functions using the Levels Xover and EQ screens Note Designer Mode must be active to access the functions described in this section Xover Aux HPF LPF Functions These functions apply to base configurations and modules only The Xover buttons listed below could read Aux Output or HPF LPF depending on the module type Set Individual Xover Aux or HPF LPF screens to Hide View Only 1 Navigate to the Xover or Aux Output screen or to the HPF LPF screen 2 Tap Crossover Functions 3 Tap Crossover View Only or Crossover Hide The selected status is illuminated orange Set all Xover Aux or HPF LPF screens to Hide View Only This affects all crossover screens in the current system configuration 1 From Home tap User Preferences 2 Tap Global Access 3 Tap Crossover Hide or Crossover View Only The selected status is illuminated orange All Pass Filters In Designer Mode the All Pass filter is available on the Xover Aux Output scre
253. y module 137 EQ functions 218 copy overlay 81 82 EQ overlay create overlay 81 add new 51 crossover EQ overlays 49 74 change type 94 default 66 disable 95 EQ preferences 90 set 95 EQ types 227 crossover combine 91 EQ Levels 162 167 crossover functions 89 accessing 63 crossover interface 54 EQ Levels button 66 111 crossover opy 90 EQ Levels menu 65 crossover page 90 equalization 45 crossover paste 90 errors 186 crossover screens ethernet 10 hide 217 external control interfaces 197 crossover select 93 factory 218 crossover split 91 factory reset 135 crossovers 54 85 209 factory reset configuration 240 linear phase 89 156 file Crossovers 149 base configuration 140 cut icon 177 delete 106 141 Dante 40 manage 141 inputs 115 126 open or recall 139 daylight mode 174 Read Only 106 141 default overlays 75 rename 106 141 default settings 66 store over 105 delay 91 227 file types 57 149 channel 69 file utilities 106 delay time 203 File Utilities button 141 delay units 172 filter Delete button 106 141 activate or deactivate 95 delete filter 83 95 bypass or insert 83 delete module 138 Mesa 52 delete overlay 81 filter bypass 95 Designer functions 172 Filter Delete button 83 95 Filter Edit button 84 95 Filter Flat button 83 95 248 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Index filter insert 95 hidden modules 220 filters hidden output channels 69 adjust 99 hidden overlays 75 highpass a
254. zes are shown below 178 V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual Chapter 12 User Preferences Menu Reference The User Preferences menu provides a number of functions for customizing the Dolby O Diga Lake Controller to suit your particular application requirements Tap the User Preferences button from the Home menu to display a submenu containing functions and various additional menus User Preferences functions change settings system wide 12 1 Contexts Contexts allow up to eight views to be stored and retrieved easily using the Context button which is available on the far left of the button bar on most screens The Context menu enables selection of the number of views to be available throughout the system along with the ability to disable the animation of the scroll bar when context is being changed To set up four contexts in your system From Home tap User Preferences Tap Context then tap 4 Tap Home Navigate to the first screen you wish to view A aS a S Tap a numbered context button labeled A in the figure above to move to the next context 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 until all four contexts are configured Tapping the Context button now allows you to switch instantly between these views Note The last screen viewed is stored under the currently selected context V5 1 DRAFT VERSION Dolby Lake Controller Manual 179 User Preferences Menu Reference 12 2

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