Lake Contour User Guide
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1. Lake Contour Designer Mode Manual Release Date August 2003 Document Version 1 1 Part Number DOC 532 0012 gt v ry 4 www contour lake com Important Safety Instructions Warnings Standards Compliance This product has been certified to comply with e Safety UL6500 EN 60065 CB scheme EMC FCC part 15 Class A And carries the CSA mark and FCC required marking NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are de signed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment gener ates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interfer ence to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be re quired to correct the interference at his own expense Explanation of Symbols These symbols are internationally accepted symbols that warn of potential hazards with electrical products CAUTION REK BURG TRC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN The lightning flash in an equilateral triangle alerts the user to the pres ence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product enclosure that may2. Simple Designer Mode System Security If multiple levels of security are not required for your Contour 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 Contour System This section discusses how to use Designer Mode to protect your system by developing an example system with one hardware processor The example includes explicit in structions to define a Base Configuration lock individual Module level settings and enforce Global security NOTE You must have properly networked the Contour Processor and the Contour Controller host computer Refer to the Lake Contour User Mode Manual if you have not completed this yet System Setup for Designer Mode Tutorial Follow the steps below to prepare for the tutorial Access Designer Mode 1 Double Tap the Contour Controller icon to open the software 2 No when asked whether to recall last configuration 3 Ifa keyboard appears requesting a password enter your Designer Mode pass word and go to step 6 Otherwise tap User Preferences 4 Ifthe Designer Mode button is blue tap Designer Mode and enter your De signer Mode password if prompted If the Designer Mode button is orange you are already logged in to Designer Mode 5 Tap Home to return to the main menu Place both Modules of the Contour Proc
3. be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock The exclamation mark in an equilateral triangle alerts the user to the pres ence of important safety operating or maintenance servicing instruc tions in the literature accompanying the appliance gt gt Safety Instructions 1 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this ap paratus to rain or moisture Clean only with dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufac turer s instructions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Warning This is a Class 1 device The electrical safety design of Class 1 de vices depends on proper grounding To maintain electrical safety ensure that a grounded mains lead is used and that it is properly connected to a grounded mains wall outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A po larized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into you
4. or user NOTE The Module Properties screen displays the name of the Base Configuration file that was originally loaded or most recently saved Properties can be found 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 The Module password is saved with the Single Module file and is stored at the hard ware level when loaded into a Contour processor This prevents access to certain data stored in the Module file even if you are in Designer Mode in the Contour Controller Using a Module password allows hiding of your custom settings from any of user of the Contour system 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 level sections from other designers using Level Limits and Module Lock In addition to these features a system designer can also adjust and lock access to indi vidual PEQ and GEQ overlays 16 Clair iO Designe
5. CHODS 24 3 2 1 Set Hide View Only Status for Individual EQ Overlay 24 3 2 2 Set Hide View Only Status for All EQ 24 24 3 3 1 Invert Polarity of an Output 24 222 Restrict Level 25 3 3 3 Disable Level Adjustments 26 3 3 4 Disable Access to a Levels Function 26 3 3 5 Disable Enable Unused Output 5 27 3 3 6 Set Hide View Only Status for All Levels Pages 27 Additional Designer Mode 21 3 4 1 Switch between Designer and User 27 3 4 2 Lock and Password Protect a Module or Base Configuration 28 3 4 3 Unlock a Locked Module or Base Configuration 28 3 4 4 Properties Page Designer Mode Features 28 Clair iO Designer Mode Manual Chapter 1 Introduction to Designer Mode 1 1 The Lake Contour Controller software provides two modes of operation User and De signer Mode This manual describes the Designer Mode and should be used in conjunc tion with the Lake Contour User Mode Manual The important functions that Desi
6. Hide or Crossover View Only The selected status is illuminated orange 23 Clair iO Designer Mode Manual Designer Mode Quick Reference 3 2 3 2 1 3 2 2 3 3 3 3 1 EQ Functions 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 EQ Levels 2 Overlay Functions then Overlay Access 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 pages in the current system confirguration 1 From Home tap User Preferences 2 Global Access 3 EQ Hide or EQ View Only The selected status is illuminated orange Levels Functions Invert Polarity of an Output Channel Inverting the polarity of an output channel can only be performed in Designer Mode although all users can invert the polarity of an input channel Polarity inversion settings are stored at either the Base Configuration or Module level and are not available for Groups To invert the polarity of an output channel Navigate to the relevant Module Levels page Tap Meter Options 1 2 3 Invert Polarity 4 Tap the mute label button of the channel to be inverted NOTE Inverting polarity momentarily mutes the output while the changes are made 24 Clair 10 Designer Mode Manual Designer Mode Quick Reference 3 3 2 Restrict Level Adj
7. a Contour 9 1 3 1 System Setup for Designer Mode Tutorial 9 Designer Mode Security 11 2 1 Security for the Base 00200 2 4 0 00 11 2 1 1 Crossover and Output EQ 11 2 PEQ a d GEO 11 12 2 1 4 Base Configuration 1 12 ANS 16 22 Security for Module Functions 16 ZAM 17 4222 E TED E EE 18 23 Security Group 8 1 1 1 2 212 2 004401 10 181 000 00 19 2 3 1 Group 19 20 2 4 Security for Global Access 20 2 4 1 Global Access Tonal 21 DAZ SUMMIY 21 Designer Mode Quick 23 Sel Crossover 23 iv Clair iO Designer Mode Manual a2 3 3 3 4 3 1 1 Set Hide View Only Status for an Individual Crossover 23 3 1 2 Set Hide View Only Status for All Crossover Pages 23 EO FUN
8. avigate to EQ 1 is hidden and its filter is not displayed on the overall EQ curve although its effect is still audible 2 is displayed as View Only and all functions except Overlay Functions gt Overlay Copy 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 Groups and all security for Levels is controlled via individual Modules Security for Global Access Functions Global Access settings affect all Modules and Groups within a system configuration Global Access is located under User Preferences when Designer Mode is active See Section 1 2 Designer Mode to access Designer Mode Figure 2 4 The following options are available Figure 2 5 20 Clair iO Designer Mode Manual Designer Mode Security Table 2 2 Function Result when in normal User Mode EQ Hide Hides all EQ pages for all Modules and Groups EQ View Only Protects all EQ pages from adjustment for all Modules and Groups Crossover Hide Hides all crossover pages for all Modules and Groups Crossover View Only Protects all crossover pages from adjustment for all Modules and Groups Levels Hide Hides all levels pages for all Modules and Groups Levels View Only Protects all levels pages from adjustment for all Modules and Groups 2 4 1 2 4 2 Global Access Tutorial Hide all cros
9. e 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 11 Clair iO Designer Mode Manual Designer Mode Security 2 1 3 Levels With the exception of Limiter and Soft Clamp Corners 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 about Base Configuration files Adjust Levels and Level Limits 7 Navigate to the Gain levels page of Module A Adjust the Output 2 gain to 9 dB Tap the Delay button and increase Output 3 delay to 6 00 ms Tap Meter Options then tap Level Limits Select Gain Delay Limits Tap the Max Delay value highlighted in blue for the Input channel This is located on the left of the screen 214 from bottom and should initially read 1800 00 Enter 0 zero and tap OK Setting a maximum value identical to the m
10. e to the Base Configuration file Table To Check Factory Levels are locked Level Limits are locked 2 1 Navigate to Levels gt Meter Options the Adjust Factory but ton 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 Con figuration file is unlocked The Input Delay Max Level Limit is set to zero In Designer Mode attempt to move the input delay fader found under Levels gt Delay In User Mode this delay fader is removed Crossover settings have been transferred and are set to view only EQ gt XOVER Tab The EQ setting has been transferred 15 NOT APPLICABLE PEQ and 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 Clair iO Designer Mode Manual Designer Mode Security 2 1 5 2 2 Summary Base Configuration files enable low level security allowing control over individual as pects of the system The system designer can fine tune a speaker configuration and pro tect 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
11. essor in the work area 6 Tap Modules 7 Module on the Scrollbar and tap again in the work area The Contour Controller synchronizes with the Processor 8 Module on the Scrollbar and tap again in the work area Clair iO Designer ManualIntroduction to Designer Mode Load a 3 way configuration into both Modules 9 10 1 12 13 Tap the Module A icon to select it Tap Module Store Recall Select the Default Modules folder on the Scrollbar and tap Open Select the Default 3 Way Module from the Scrollbar and tap Recall Tap Module B to select it select Default 3 Way Module and tap Recall Label the frame and save the system 14 15 16 17 18 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 in which to store the file Tap New Store enter the filename as Designer Mode Tutorial and tap OK Your system configuration is now ready for the following tutorials 10 Clair iO Designer Mode Manual Chapter 2 Designer Mode Security 2 1 2 1 1 Security for the Base Configuration A Base Configuration file contains Crossover EQ and Levels information for a partic ular 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 configurati
12. gner Mode activates include Global Access Security e Overlay Access Security e Level Limits e Factory Settings e Password Protection of Modules and Base Configurations This document provides detailed descriptions of these functions An example system design illustrates the utility of Designer Mode functions A quick reference guide pro vides a high level overview of Designer Mode functions We recommend reading the Lake Contour User Mode Manual before reading this document Security Levels Designer Mode provides three levels of password protected security that can be applied to a Contour 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 combina tion of EQ Overlays Crossover tabs levels and meters These items can also be set to View Only allowing a User Mode operator to view but not change the specified item 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 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 7 Clair iO Designer ManualInt
13. inimum value removes the fader when in User Mode or when the Base Configuration file or Module is locked Adjust Crossover Settings 8 9 10 11 12 13 Tap the EQ tab top left and select With the first output low frequency selected tap Crossover Select Select 36dB Butterworth from the Scrollbar Tap XOVER Set then tap YES to the warning message Tap XOVER Access then High Pass Enable Tap Crossover View Only This hides the crossover page in User Mode or when the Base Configuration file or Module is locked 12 Clair iO Designer Mode Manual Designer Mode Security Add EQ 14 Tap 1 and add a low shelf filter around 80 Hz with 3 dB of gain 15 Tap Home Lock the Base Configuration 16 Tap Modules then tap Module A to select it 17 Tap Label amp Lock The options shown in Figure 2 1 are displayed Figure 2 1 18 Tap Set Base Password type demo and tap OK 19 Type demo again to confirm tap OK and tap OK to message 20 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 in Designer Mode cannot adjust the set tings unless they unlock the Base Configuration file Level Limits and Adjust Factory options are locked out in both User and De signer Modes and the input delay fader is removed when in User Mode 13 Clai
14. ode Security 2 2 2 Lock the Module 15 Tap Home then Modules 16 Tap the icon for Module A to select it 17 Tap Label amp Lock then Set Password 18 Type demo then tap OK 19 Type demo again to confirm tap OK and tap OK to the message 20 Tap Module Unlocked Save the new Module file 21 Tap Label Exit then Module Store Recall 22 Navigate to the required folder 23 Tap New Store type demo module and tap OK Load the saved file into Module B 24 Tap the icon for Module B 25 Tap the demo module file on the Scrollbar 26 Tap Recall then Yes to the warning messages 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 in Section 2 1 4 Base Con figuration Tutorial also remain Summary Modules can store and secure all data that a Base Configuration can In addition the Module can restrict access to EQ overlays 18 Clair iO Designer Mode Manual Designer Mode Security 2 3 2 3 1 Security for Group Functions Groups are used to connect and adjust multiple Modules Groups cannot be locked or password protected but individual EQ pages can be hidden Global Access settings de scribed in Section 2 4 Security for Global Access Functions also apply to Groups Se curity for Levels and Crossovers is not relevant to Groups Group level metering is represented by a Module within the Group The Group may contain vari
15. ons and fine tuned using Module and Group settings The Base password is saved with the Base Configuration file and is stored at the hard ware level when loaded into a Contour processor This prevents access to certain data stored in the Base Configuration file even if you are in Designer Mode in the Contour Controller Using a Base password allows hiding of your custom settings from any of user of the Contour system Crossover and Output EQ All information in the XOVER screen is stored in the Base Configuration file including crossover frequencies crossover type 1 Bessel Butterworth or Linkwitz Riley along with any output specific EQ high pass filter 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 See Section 3 4 2 on page 28 for further infor mation on locking a Base Configuration file A Base Configuration file cannot be loaded into a Module running a different DSP pro gram For example a 2 way Base Configuration file cannot be loaded into a Module that is currently running a 3 way program a 2 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 This default EQ curve cannot be viewed or adjust ed although further EQ Overlays can be created at the Module or Group level When the new Bas
16. ous 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 Group Tutorial Add a Group to the configuration From Home tap Groups Tap Group I from the Groups Scrollbar and tap again in the work area 1 2 3 Tap Assign then tap the Module A and Module B icons 4 Tap Assign again to exit this mode 5 EQ Levels and navigate to the PEQ1 page of Group 1 Add PEQ and Hide the Overlay 6 Adda Band Pass Filter Gain 6 dB Freq 125 Hz Bandwidth 1 00 7 Tap Overlay Functions then Overlay Access 8 Overlay Hide illuminates orange then Overlay Access EXIT NOTE When an EQ Overlay is hidden its filters remain audible but do not have a vis ible effect on the overall EQ curve in User Mode Add GEQ and set the Overlay to View Only 9 Tap Overlay New The Overlay Group 1 PEQ2 is created 10 Tap Overlay GEQ then YES to warning message 11 Reduce the 4 kHz filter by 4 dB 12 Tap Overlay Access then Overlay View Only illuminates orange 19 Clair iO Designer Mode Manual Designer Mode Security 2 3 2 2 4 Verify the effect of the changes 13 Tap Home then User Preferences 14 Tap Designer Mode to return to User Mode 15 Tap Home then tap the Group icon and n
17. r outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time WARNING Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is re quired when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock DO NOT REMOVE COVER No user serviceable parts inside Clair iO Designer Mode Manual Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Table of Contents Introduction to Designer Mode 7 7 FEL 2 7 1 1 3 Base Configuration 8 1 2 Designer Mode 8 1 2 1 Password Protection of Designer 8 122 Simple Designer Mode System Security 9 1 3 Designing and Protecting
18. r Mode To access Designer Mode 1 From Home tap User Preferences 2 Tap Designer Mode 3 Enter the password if set and tap OK See Designer Mode on page 8 to learn about Designer Mode passwords 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 showing that Designer Mode is inactive 27 Clair iO Designer Mode Manual Designer Mode Quick Reference 3 4 2 3 4 3 3 4 4 Lock and Password Protect a Module or Base Configuration Locking a Module or Base Configuration enables the access security such as hiding EQ Overlays setting Crossover pages to view only and disabling level functions The Label amp Lock function activates security in both User and Designer modes allowing certain settings to be protected from other system designers 1 From the Modules menu tap a Module icon to select it 2 Label amp Lock 3 Set Password for Module or Set Base Password for Base 4 Enter a password and tap OK 5 Confirm password tap OK and tap OK to message 6 Tap Module Unlocked or Base Unlocked to lock the relevant settings Unlock a Locked Module or Base Configuration 1 From the Modules menu tap a Module icon to select it 2 Label amp Lock 3 Unlock Module or Unlock Base 4 Enter the associated password and tap OK Properties Page Designe
19. r Mode Features The Module Properties page contains two additional technical support functions in De signer Mode Clear FPGA Counters and Update ARM Boot Code The Clear Counters button resets the FPGA Counters which assist Lake s Technical Support engineers but are rarely used If there is a requirement to Update ARM Boot code a new file will be sent by Lake Technical Support with installation instructions 28
20. r Mode Manual Designer Mode Security 2 2 1 Module Tutorial The tutorial below illustrates Designer Mode s most important features about Modules 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 Section 2 1 4 Base Configuration Tutorial Ensure you are in Designer Mode and the Base Configuration is unlocked before proceeding Add PEQ and set the Overlay to View Only 1 2 3 4 Navigate to the 1 page of Module A Add a High Shelf Filter Gain 10 dB Freq 10 kHz Bandwidth 3 00 Tap Overlay Functions then Overlay Access Tap Overlay View Only illuminates orange Add GEQ and hide the Overlay 5 2 6 Reduce the 125 Hz filter by 6 dB 7 Overlay Access 8 Tap Overlay Hide illuminates orange NOTE When an EQ Overlay is hidden the effect its filters have on the overall EQ curve are not visible in normal User Mode or when the Module is locked Remove an unused channel meter and fader 9 10 1 12 Tap the Levels tab Tap Meter Options then Label Channel Tap the mute label button of Output 3 Type unused and tap OK Change the polarity of an output 13 14 Tap Invert Polarity Tap the mute label button of Output 2 A symbol appears to the right of the mute button indicating polarity inversion 17 Clair iO Designer Mode Manual Designer M
21. r iO Designer Mode Manual Designer Mode Security Save the new Base Configuration file 21 Tap Label Exit then Module Store Recall 22 Tap Base Configuration 23 Navigate to the desired folder location or create a new folder 24 Tap New Store enter 3way test and tap OK The file is stored in the folder you navigated to prior to storing and the screen appears similar to Figure 2 2 selected Module file New Store creates new Module file Figure 2 2 In addition to locking the crossover of a Base Configuration file the entire file can be protected from accidental deletion Secure the Base Configuration File 25 Tap File Utilities 26 Select the 3way test Base Configuration file from the Scrollbar 27 Tap Read Only Notice that the Delete button is now disabled for this file 14 Clair iO Designer Mode Manual Designer Mode Security Figure 2 3 NOTE For further protection Base Configuration File Utilities are disabled when in User Mode Load the new Base Configuration file 28 Tap File Util Exit into Module B of the Processor 29 Tap the Module B icon to select it 30 Select the 3way test file on the Scrollbar and tap Recall 31 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 var ious sections of Module B to verify the changes mad
22. roduction to Designer Mode 1 1 3 1 2 Base Configuration Base Configuration is the lowest level of security enabling the system designer to de fine 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 Designer Mode The functions available in Designer Mode can be used with or without password pro tection By default the Designer Mode password is empty allowing unprotected access to Designer Mode in a new installation of the Contour Controller software To access Designer Mode 1 From the Home level tap User Preferences 2 Designer Mode Additional buttons on the button bar become active providing functions specific to De signer Mode as shown in Figure 1 1 1 2 1 Figure 1 1 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 Clair iO Designer ManualIntroduction to Designer Mode 1 2 2 1 3 1 3 1
23. sable Access to a Levels Function To disable access to an entire level function 1 Delay set identical minimum and maximum delay level limits for every channel for the Module Follow the steps in Re strict Level Adjustments on page 25 to set level limits Figure 3 2 Figure 3 2 shows an example of identical min max settings for delay These settings disable the levels function on the EQ Levels menu Figure 3 3 in User Mode or when the Module or Base Configuration is locked Figure 3 3 Clair iO Designer Mode Manual Designer Mode Quick Reference 3 3 5 3 3 6 3 4 3 4 1 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 Meter Options 3 Label Channel 4 Tap the mute label button of the relevant channel 5 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 Contour Processor To enable the channel again change the channel label to something other than unused Set Hide View Only Status for All Levels Pages This function affects Levels pages in the current system configuration 1 From Home tap User Preferences 2 Global Access 3 Tap Levels Hide or Levels View Only The selected button is illuminated orange Additional Designer Mode Functions Switch between Designer and Use
24. sover and EQ pages in a system 1 From Home tap User Preferences 2 Tap Global Access 3 Tap EQ Hide 4 Tap XOver Hide The selected buttons illuminate orange when active Activate these Global settings 5 Access EXIT 6 Tap Designer Mode The button becomes blue in normal User Mode Summary The Global Access functions apply an overall security to a particular Contour Control ler system and can be used in addition to the system security described in Sections 2 1 2 2 and 2 3 21 Clair iO Designer Mode Manual Chapter 3 Designer Mode Quick Reference 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 NOTE Designer Mode must be active to access the functions described in this section see Designer Mode on page 8 3 1 Crossover Functions These functions apply to Base Configurations and Modules only 3 1 4 Set Hide View Only Status for an Individual Crossover 1 Navigate to the XOVER Page in EQ Levels 2 Crossover Access 3 Crossover View Only or Crossover Hide The selected status is illuminated orange 3 1 2 Set Hide View Only Status for All Crossover Pages This affects all Crossover pages in the current system confirguration 1 From Home tap User Preferences 2 Global Access 3 Crossover
25. ustments Level Limits are used to restrict minimum and maximum levels for a Module Although a Group s Level Limits cannot be set they adhere to the limits of all Modules assigned to it For example if changing a Group level causes any of its Modules to exceed their allowable range the action is not allowed 1 Navigate to the relevant Module Levels page 2 Tap Meter Options 3 Level Limits 4 Tap Gain Delay Limits or Limiter Soft Clamp Limits 5 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 etc 6 Enter the limit and tap OK Figure 3 1 shows Output 1 Minimum Gain adjusted to 6 dB ED MODULE Max Gain dB 20 00 Min 100 00 100 00 6 00 Figure 3 1 25 Clair iO Designer Mode Manual Designer Mode Quick Reference 3 3 3 Disable Level Adjustments If the minimum and maximum level limits are identical for a particular channel and lev el type that control is effectively disabled The fader for the associated channel and lev el type is not visible in User Mode or when the Module is locked Follow the steps in Restrict Level Adjustments on page 25 and 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 Bas Configuration or switch to User Mode Di
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