Digidesign Control 24 User Manual
Control|24™
Copyright
© 2006 Digidesign, a division of Avid Technology, Inc. All rights
reserved. This guide may not be duplicated in whole or in part
without the express written consent of Digidesign.
Avid, Control|24, Digidesign, DV Toolkit, DV Toolkit 2,
Pro Tools, and Pro Tools LE are either trademarks or registered
trademarks of Avid Technology, Inc. in the US and other
countries. All other trademarks contained herein are the
property of their respective owners.
Product features, specifications, system requirements, and
availability are subject to change without notice.
PN 9106-18918-00 REV A 03/06
Warning
This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling
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Communications & Safety Regulation Information
Compliance Statement
Control|24 complies with the following standards regulating
interference and EMC:
• FCC Part 15 Class A
• EN55103 – 1, environment E5
• EN55103 – 2, environment E5
• AS/NZS 3548 Class A
• CISPR 22 Class A
• ICES-003 Class A
Canadian Compliance Statement:
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES003
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme
NMB-003 du Canada
CE Compliance Statement:
Australian Compliance:
FCC Statement:
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.
Communications Statement
This equipment has been tested to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device. Changes or modifications to this product
not authorized by Focusrite or Digidesign, Inc., could void the
Certification and negate your authority to operate the product.
This product was tested for CISPR compliance under
conditions that included the use of peripheral devices and
shielded cables and connectors between system components.
Digidesign and Focusrite recommend the use of shielded
cables and connectors between system components to reduce
the possibility of causing interference to radios, television
sets, and other electronic devices.
Safety Statement:
This equipment has been tested to comply with
EN60065: 1998
IEC 60065: 1998
UL 6500 2nd edition: 1999
CAN/CSA-E60065-00.
Digidesign is authorized to apply the CE (Conformité
Europénne) mark on this compliant equipment thereby
declaring conformity to EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and Low
Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC.
Important Safety Instructions
When using electric or electronic equipment, basic precautions
should always be followed, including the following:
• Read all instructions before using this equipment.
• To avoid the risk of shock, keep this equipment away from
rain water, and other moisture. Do not use this equipment
if it is wet.
• Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing.
• Do not place objects containing liquids on this apparatus.
• The equipment should only be connected to the correct
rating power supply as indicated on the product.
• Do not attempt to service the equipment. There are no
user-serviceable parts inside. Please refer all servicing to
authorized Digidesign personnel.
• Any attempt to service the equipment will expose you to a
risk of electric shock, and will void the manufacturer’s
warranty.
• The product should be connected only to the correct power
supply as indicated on the product.
• Do not install the unit near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched,
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.
• Install the unit near the socket-outlet; disconnect device
shall be easily accessible.
• Clean only with a damp cloth.
• Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
• Never set the unit on its face or rear panel.
• Allow free air flow around the heatsink on the back panel of
the unit at all times.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the
other, and is provided for your safety. When the provided
plug does not fit your outlet, consult and electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
• DO NOT BLOCK THE VENTILATION OPENINGS.
IMPORTANT
Do not install Control|24 anywhere or in any way that
blocks free air flow at any time around the heatsink
and back panel of the unit.
SPECIAL WARNINGS REGARDING TEMPERATURE
Before powering your Control|24 on, be sure to allow
it to reach room temperature. There are some
components that are senstive to cold temperatures,
therefore it is recommended that you unpack your
unit and allow it to acclimate before turning it on for
the first time. While your unit is coming up to room
temperature, it may be a good time for you to
familiarize yourself with this guide.
This symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that this
product must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, it
is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by
handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling
of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate
collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of
disposal will help conserve natural resources and ensure that
it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the
environment. For more information about where you can drop
off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your
local city recycling office or the dealer from whom you
purchased the product.
Contents
Part I Introduction
Chapter 1. Introduction to Control|24
Included with Control|24
System Requirements and Compatibility
Ethernet Connections
Audio Cables for Control|24 Monitoring
Digidesign Registration
About This Guide
About www.digidesign.com
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Chapter 2. Installing Control|24
Installation and Maintenance Guidelines
Making Necessary Connections
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Part II Analog Connections
Chapter 3. Audio Connections
Input and Output Overview
Stereo Monitoring Connections
Stereo and Surround Modes
The Line Submixer Section
Footswitch
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Chapter 4. Mic and Line Preamps
Microphone and Line Preamps
Preamp Connections
Using the Mic Preamps
About Signal Levels
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Chapter 5. Surround Setups
Surround Monitoring Mode Connections
5.1 Monitoring Example
LCRS Monitoring Example
5.1 Track Layouts, Routing, and Metering
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Part III Control|24 Basics
Chapter 6. Starting Up and Configuring Control|24
Starting Up and Shutting Down a System
Software Installation
Pro Tools Configuration
QuickStart System Test
Setup and Configuration Options
Troubleshooting
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Chapter 7. Overview and Basics
Control|24 Terminology
Control|24 Sections
Main Section Overview
Fader Section Overview
Meter Section Overview
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Chapter 8. Control Room Monitor Section
Overview of Control|24 Monitoring
Stereo and Surround Monitoring Modes
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Selecting Monitor Modes
Control Room Monitor Level Controls
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Talkback and Listenback
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Chapter 9. Working with Tracks
Fader Banks
Channel Faders
Scribble Strips
Mute and Solo Functions
The SELECT Switch
Channel Automation Controls
Data Encoder and LED Rings
INPUT and OUTPUT Switches
PAN/SEND Switch
EQ and DYN Switches
INSERTS Switch
REC ARM and MASTER REC Switches
DEFAULT QuickMode Switch
COPY SETTINGS FROM CHANNEL and PASTE SETTING TO CHANNEL
The GROUPS Section
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Chapter 10. Navigation and Editing
Navigation and Zoom
Scrub/Shuttle Wheel
Zoom Mode
Memory Locations and Markers
Creating On-Screen Selections
SEL ADJ Mode
Link/Unlink Edit and Timeline
Window Navigation Key Commands
Creating and Editing Regions
Separating Regions
Edit Tool Selection
Cut, Copy, Paste and Delete
Edit Modes: Slip, Shuffle, Spot and Grid Modes
Nudging Regions
Editing Waveforms with the Pencil Tool
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Part IV Applications
Chapter 11. Recording
Starting the Recording Process
Assigning Channel Input
Assigning Outputs
Assigning MIDI Outputs
TrackInput Monitoring
Record Modes
MIDI Recording Modes
Arming Pro Tools for Recording
Recording
Record Safe Mode
Loop Record Mode
QuickPunch Recording
TrackPunch Recording
Setting Up Cue Mixes
Footswitch Shortcuts
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Chapter 12. Mixing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Signal Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Auxiliary Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Instrument Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Master Faders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Sends . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Using Flip Mode with Sends. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Flip Mode Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
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Chapter 13. Plug-Ins and Inserts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Using Plug-Ins in Real Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
INSERTS Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Assigning a Plug-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Editing Plug-Ins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
EQ and DYN Switches and Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
The DEFAULT Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Targets and Focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Copying and Pasting Plug-In Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Opening Plug-In Windows. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Plug-In Flip Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Plug-In Safe Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Chapter 14. Automation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Automation Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Recording Mix Automation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Recording Volume, Pan, or Mute Automation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Automating Sends. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Enabling Trim Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Punching Out of Automation Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
WRITE AUTOMATION TO Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Automating Plug-Ins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Automating Plug-In Flip Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Appendix A. Pinout Tables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
25-Pin Female D-Subs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
XLR and TRS Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Contents ix
Appendix B. Utility Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Editing Parameters on UTILITY Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Sys Info Page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Monitor Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Test Pages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
LED Test Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Vegas Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Switch Test Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Test Modes for LED Colors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
All LED Test Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Display Test Page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Meter Test Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Timecode Display Test Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Scribble Strip Test Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Fader Test Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Footswitch Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Sys Reset Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
System Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Control|24 Guidex
Part I: Introduction
1
2
Chapter 1: Introduction to Control|24
Welcome to the Control|24™ control surface, a
collaboration between Digidesign® and Focusrite®. Control|24 gives you precise, tactile control over Pro Tools® recording, mixing, and editing features.
Control|24 also includes 16 premium microphone preamps, a control room monitoring section, and a line submixer. These analog audio
features make Control|24 an ideal front end for
Pro Tools recording, as well as a complete control surface for monitoring and mixing.
System Requirements and Compatibility
To use Control|24 with a Pro Tools system, you
need:
• An available Ethernet connection on the
host computer.
• (Optional) DigiSnakes or other audio cables
for Control|24 monitoring.
For complete system requirements, visit the
Digidesign Web site (www.digidesign.com).
Included with Control|24
Items included with Control|24 are:
• Control|24 Console
• Control|24 Guide
• 15-foot Crossover Ethernet cable
• AC power cable
• Registration Information Card
Compatibility Information
Digidesign can only assure compatibility and
provide support for hardware and software it
has tested and approved. For a list of Digidesignqualified computers, operating systems, and
third-party devices, refer to the Digidesign Web
site (www.digidesign.com).
Chapter 1: Introduction to Control|24 3
Ethernet Connections
When Control|24 is the only Ethernet device
connected to your system, it can be connected
directly to the built-in Ethernet port on all qualified Mac computers, using the included “crossover” Ethernet cable.
Audio Cables for Control|24 Monitoring
The back panel of Control|24 provides numerous analog inputs and outputs, such as mic
preamp inputs, submixer inputs, land line outputs.
If you have one or more Ethernet devices already, or if a Control|24-equipped system is to
be connected to an Ethernet network (for email, file transferring or other typical uses), you
must use a standard RJ45 Ethernet cable to connect Control|24 to a powered Ethernet hub or
Ethernet card.
Control|24 can be connected to 10-, 100-, or
1000baseT hubs. 100baseT and 1000baseT hubs
must be “switching hubs” however, meaning
they can recognize and adapt their operation to
the 10baseT (the operating speed of Control|24
communication).
For a more details on Ethernet connections, see
“About Control|24 and Ethernet Performance”
on page 9.
Standard 25-pin D-Sub wiring harnesses are required to access the mic preamps, line submixer,
and other analog inputs and outputs available
with Control|24.
DigiSnakes for Control|24
DigiSnake cables are available from Digidesign
in kits for common Control|24 installations, or
individually for unique setups.
Visit the Digidesign Web site or your
Digidesign dealer for DigiSnake details and
ordering information.
For more information on input and output options available in Control|24, see Chapter 3,
“Audio Connections.”
The thread type of the screw connection on
the 25-pin D-Sub connectors is a US (nonmetric) 4-40 thread.
Control|24 Guide4
Digidesign Registration
Review the enclosed Registration Information
Card and follow the instructions on it to quickly
register your purchase online. Registering your
purchase is the only way you can be eligible to
receive complimentary technical support and
future upgrade offers. It is one of the most important steps you can take as a new user.
About This Guide
This guide assumes you have already installed
Pro Tools, and that you already have an understanding of its features and operating conventions as explained in the Pro Tools Reference
Guide.
This guide also assumes a basic understanding
of traditional recording and mixing consoles
and techniques.
Conventions Used in This Guide
All Digidesign guides use the following conventions to indicate menu choices and key commands:
:
Convention Action
File > Save Session Choose Save Session
from the File menu
Control|24 features a SHORTCUTS section that
provides the following modifier-key equivalents:
Control|24
SHORTCUT
SHIFT/ADD Shift Shift
OPT(ALT)/ALL Alt Option
Modifiers
Windows Mac
(CTL) Control Command
CTL/CLUTCH Start Control
The following symbols are used to highlight important information:
User Tips are helpful hints for getting the
most out of Control|24.
Warnings include information that could
affect the performance of Control|24 hardware or Pro Tools session data.
Shortcuts show you useful keyboard or
mouse shortcuts.
Cross References point to other related sections in this guide or the Pro Tools guide.
Control+N Hold down the Control
key and press the N key
Control-click Hold down the Control
key and click the mouse
button
Right-click (Windows) Click with the right
mouse button
Chapter 1: Introduction to Control|24 5
About www.digidesign.com
The Digidesign Web site (www.digidesign.com)
is your best source for information to help you
get the most out of your Pro Tools system. The
following are just a few of the services and features available.
Registration Register your purchase online. See
the enclosed registration form for instructions.
Support Contact Digidesign Technical Support
or Customer Service; download software updates and the latest online manuals; browse the
Compatibility documents for system requirements; search the online Answerbase; join the
worldwide Pro Tools community on the Digidesign User Conference.
Training and Education Become a certified
Pro Tools Operator or Expert; study on your
own using courses available online, or find out
how you can learn in a classroom setting at a
certified Pro Tools Training Center.
Products and Developers Learn about Digidesign
products; download demo software; learn about
our Development Partners and their plug-ins,
applications, and hardware.
News and Events Get the latest news from
Digidesign; sign up for a Pro Tools demo.
Control|24 Guide6
Chapter 2: Installing Control|24
Installation and Maintenance Guidelines
Before powering up your Control|24, be sure
to allow it to reach room temperature, as
there are some components that are sensitive to cold temperatures. Unpack your unit
and allow it to adjust to the room temperature for several hours before turning it on for
the first time.
Control|24 can be mounted in studio furniture
or set on a table top. Wherever you decide to put
Control|24, be sure not to block air circulation
to the vents on the top and front of the unit.
Early Control|24 units (up to and including
Rev G units) include a heat sink on the back
of the unit. Allow air circulation around the
heat sink in addition to the top and front.
To avoid damage to Control|24, never rest the
unit on its face or rear panel, and always allow
free air flow around the front and top of the
unit.
If you need to clean the Control|24 top surface,
use a cloth or paper towel that has been very
slightly dampened with water only, then carefully wipe the surface. Do not use abrasives, or
any cleaning solution that contain bleach, alcohol, solvents, or ammonia, as these can damage
the finish.
Making Necessary Connections
Control|24 requires power and Ethernet connections for basic communication and control of
Pro Tools.
For audio connections, additional audio cables
and connections are required. For instructions
on audio connections and options, see
Chapter 3, “Audio Connections.”
Power Connection
The Control|24 back panel has an IEC standard
AC receptacle. This connector accepts a standard AC power cable, and is auto power-selecting (100V to 240V), and will automatically work
with a standard modular cable to connect to AC
power receptacles in any country.
Power down your speaker monitor system,
and make sure the levels are all the way
down on your amplifiers before turning
Control|24 on or off. A loud pop can occur
during power cycling that could possibly
damage playback systems.
To connect power to Control|24:
■ Plug one end of a power cord (included with
Control|24) into the Control|24 AC receptacle
and plug the other end into a power source such
as a power strip or wall outlet.
Chapter 2: Installing Control|24 7
Ethernet Connections
Control|24 communicates with Pro Tools using
Ethernet. This connection uses a standard RJ45,
10Base-T connector.
Ethernet connections should be made when
Control|24 power is off.
Installing Control|24 Ethernet Drivers
(Windows XP Only)
Windows systems require drivers for Ethernet
communication with Control|24. With
Pro Tools 7.1.x and lower, you must install these
drivers manually.
If Control|24 is the only Ethernet device
connected to your computer:
1 Connect one end of the included crossover
Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the back
panel of Control|24.
2 Connect the other end of the cable to the ap-
propriate Ethernet port on the computer.
If you have more than one Ethernet device in
addition to Control|24:
1 Connect one end of a standard Ethernet cable
(not included) to the Ethernet port on the back
panel of Control|24.
2 Connect the other end of the cable to the ap-
propriate Ethernet port on a powered Ethernet
hub.
If you are using an Ethernet hub, refer to the
documentation that came with it to ensure
that a connection is established in both directions between Control|24 and the computer on which Pro Tools is installed.
To install Digidesign Ethernet drivers for
Control|24:
1 Click Start, right-click My Network Places, and
then choose Properties.
2 Right-click the relevant Local Area Connec-
tion icon, and then choose Properties.
3 Click Install, select Protocol, and click Add.
4 Click Have Disk.
5 Select the DigiNet.inf file in the Control|24 di-
rectory (on your Pro Tools Installer disc in Additional Files\Controllers\Controllers), and click
OK.
The Installer installs the DigiNet.inf files in the
Control|24 directory in Digidesign\DAE\Controllers.
6 Click Close.
Control|24 Guide8
About Control|24 and Ethernet Performance
This section presents some general Ethernet
concepts that will help optimize system performance.
Control|24, Ethernet and Network Traffic
If your computer is already connected to an
Ethernet network, moderate network traffic
(such as basic e-mail) should not affect communication between Control|24 and Pro Tools.
For optimal performance, create a dedicated
Ethernet network for Control|24 (do not
share the Ethernet port between Control|24
and other active network functions such as
e-mail or file transfers).
Refer to the documentation that came with your
computer or Ethernet hub for more information
about Ethernet networks.
Separate Zone Recommended for Optimal
Performance
If you are using additional Ethernet ports for
traffic-intensive network tasks while using Control|24, performance will be improved by creating a dedicated server zone for Control|24. Refer
to the operating system and Ethernet documentation for details.
Chapter 2: Installing Control|24 9
Control|24 Guide10
Part II: Analog Connections
11
12
Chapter 3: Audio Connections
This chapter provides an overview of Control|24
analog audio capabilities, and explains how to
make all audio connections between Control|24, Pro Tools, and your other studio equipment for standard stereo operation. (For surround requirements and signal connections, see
Chapter 5, “Surround Setups.”)
Stereo and Surround Monitoring Modes
Control|24 supports stereo and multichannel
(surround) monitoring. Your audio connections
can vary depending on which mode you want to
employ. For more information about stereo and
surround monitoring modes, see “Stereo and
Surround Modes” on page 20.
Input and Output Overview
Control|24 offers a great deal of flexibility for
routing audio to and from Pro Tools, other external sources and sends, and multiple monitoring systems. Audio is routed in and out of Control|24 through seven balanced, panel-mounted
25-pin D-Sub connectors, as well as through a
collection of XLR and 1/4-inch jacks on the rear
of the unit. (See Figure 1 on page 14.)
◆ The mic preamps offer 16 channels of input
which can be routed through Control|24 to
Pro Tools inputs for recording.
◆ The various 25-pin D-Sub connectors also pro-
vide connections for the Control Room Monitoring section, which provides comprehensive
and flexible control of Pro Tools monitoring levels.
◆ The Line Submixer is an independent, eight
channel submixer. The Line Submixer outputs
can be integrated into Pro Tools through discrete connections to audio interface inputs, or
used only as monitoring sources within Control|24.
For operational information about the Control
Room section, see Chapter 8, “Control Room
Monitor Section.”
Chapter 3: Audio Connections 13
Control|24 Back Panel
The Control|24 back panel provides the following connectors.
Figure 1. Back panel connectors and switches
25-pin D-Sub Connectors
The 25-pin D-Sub connectors provide access to
the Contro|24 mic preamp outputs, and to most
monitoring and routing features.
Input
Four of the 25-pin D-Sub connectors provide input to Control|24 for monitoring, mixing, and
submixing.
PRO TOOLS MONITOR IN Provide up to eight
channels of input to Control|24, to connect stereo or multichannel Pro Tools outputs for monitoring and mixing through Control|24.
PRO TOOLS MONITOR IN
Channel Signal
1
2
3
4
5
6
Pro Tools 1 Input (Left)
Pro Tools 2 Input (Right)
Pro Tools 3 Input (Center)
Pro Tools 4 Input (Sub)
Pro Tools 5 Input (Left Surround)
Pro Tools 6 Input (Right Surround)
These inputs should be connected directly to
the corresponding outputs on a Pro Tools audio
interface.
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SUBMIXER 1–4 IN and SUBMIXER 5–8 IN Provide eight stereo inputs for the Control|24 Line
Submixer.
SUBMIXER 1–4 IN
Channel Signal
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
SUBMIXER 5–8 IN
Channel Signal
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Submixer Input #1, Left
Submixer Input #1, Right
Submixer Input #2, Left
Submixer Input #2, Right
Submixer Input #3, Left
Submixer Input #3, Right
Submixer Input #4, Left
Submixer Input #4, Right
Submixer Input #5, Left
Submixer Input #5, Right
Submixer Input #6, Left
Submixer Input #6, Right
Submixer Input #7, Left
Submixer Input #7, Right
Submixer Input #8, Left
Submixer Input #8, Right
EXTERNAL SOURCES IN Provide six channels (or
three stereo pairs) of additional, external sources
for monitoring. Use these for monitoring CD,
DVD, or other audio sources in the Control
Room Monitor section. These inputs can be
used for multiple stereo sources, or multichannel surround source channels (as noted).
EXTERNAL SOURCES IN
Channel Signal
1
2
3
4
5
6
EXT 1 Input, Left (Left)
EXT 1 Input, Right (Right)
EXT 2 Input, Left (Center)
EXT 2 Input, Right (Sub)
EXT 3 Input, Left (Left Surround)
EXT 3 Input, Right (Right Surround)
Chapter 3: Audio Connections 15
Output
Three of the 25-pin D-Sub connectors provide
output from Control|24 for recording and monitoring.
LINE OUT TO PRO TOOLS 1–8 and LINE OUT TO
PRO TOOLS 9–16 Provide outputs from the 16
Control|24 mic preamps (in two banks of eight
channels each), to connect to Pro Tools audio
interface inputs for recording through the Control|24 mic preamps.
LINE OUT TO PRO TOOLS 1–8
Channel Signal (mic preamp)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Line Output #1
Line Output #2
Line Output #3
Line Output #4
Line Output #5
Line Output #6
Line Output #7
Line Output #8
MONITOR SPEAKERS OUT Provides eight channels of Control|24 output, to connect to speakers for stereo and multichannel monitoring.
These outputs are controlled by the Control
Room Monitor section.
SPEAKERS OUT
Channel Signal
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Control Room Output, MAIN Left
(left front)
Control Room Output, MAIN Right
(right front)
Control Room Output,
Center
Control Room Output,
Sub
Control Room Output,
Left Surround
Control Room Output,
Right Surround
Control Room Output, ALT Left
Control Room Output, ALT Right
LINE OUT TO PRO TOOLS 9–16
Channel Signal (mic preamp)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
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Line Output #9
Line Output #10
Line Output #11
Line Output #12
Line Output #13
Line Output #14
Line Output #15
Line Output #16
Additional I/O Connectors
Control|24 provides the following individual
connectors on the back panel:
Input
MIC and LINE Inputs These 16 balanced connec-
tors (XLR for Mic inputs, TRS for 1/4-inch inputs) are the inputs to the Control|24 mic
preamps. Levels are adjustable with a dedicated
Gain control on the Control|24 channel strips.
(MIC and LINE inputs are output through the
Control|24 LINE OUTS 1–8, and LINE OUTS
9–16.)
D.I. INPUTS These two balanced, 1/4-inch input
jacks accept instrument-level inputs and are optimized for direct input of guitars, basses, and
other low-level devices that would otherwise require a direct box. These inputs can only be used
as Instrument inputs for Control|24 mic preamp
channels 1 and 2.
AUXILIARY INPUTS These two balanced, linelevel TRS inputs are for cue (headphone) mix
signals, and should be connected to your
Pro Tools cue outputs (usually, a pair of audio
interface outputs carrying a Send-based cue mix,
for monitoring during overdubbing and tracking). These inputs can be controlled and routed
in the Communications and Headphones section.
EXTERNAL TALKBACK IN This XLR connector
lets you connect an external microphone to use
in place of the built-in Talkback mic.
EXTERNAL LISTENBACK IN This XLR connector
lets you connect an external Listenback microphone, to provide a way for two-way communication between the tracking room and the control room.
Output
AUXILIARY OUTPUTS These two balanced, line-
level TRS outputs are for cue mixes, and should
be connected to the inputs of your cue system.
SUBMIXER OUTPUTS These two line-level, balanced TRS outputs carry the submix from the
LINE SUBMIXER. The LINE SUBMIXER output is
only accessible through the SUBMIXER OUTPUTS (in other words, the Line Submixer is not
mixed or routed to any other Control|24 internal busses or hardware outputs).
SLATE OUTPUT This balanced TRS connector
outputs the Control|24 Slate output, which can
include Talkback and Listenback signals. Connect this output to an available Pro Tools input
for recording slates (take number, version number, and studio communication).
Other Connectors and Switches
Footswitch Inputs Provide footswitch control for
Pro Tools transport functions (such as
play/stop, and punch in/out), and Talkback.
Function and polarity are individually selectable
for each input.
Ethernet Provides an Ethernet connection between Control|24 and your computer.
Power Accepts a standard AC power cable, and is
auto-switching for use in any country.
Switches
Power Turns Control|24 on or off.
Phantom Power Two switches that enable +48v
phantom power to their corresponding bank of
eight mic preamp channels (Switch 1 affects
preamp channels 1–8, and Switch 2 affects
preamp channels 9–16.)
Chapter 3: Audio Connections 17
Stereo Monitoring Connections
Figure 2 shows connections for a basic stereo configuration.
R
to Pro Tools Inputs 1–8
to line in 5–6
D.I ch 1
to MIC in
3–4
MONITOR
SPEAKERS
OUT
to PRO TOOLS
MONITOR IN
Pro Tools Out 1–2
1
2
7
8
Cue mix
L
LR
from AUX OUT L R
Pro Tools
cue outs
Figure 2. Control|24 input and output connections for stereo mixing
A Control|24 installation similar to that shown in Figure 2 requires the following connections.
Control|24 Inputs Contro|24 Outputs
Input connections for a simple stereo setup
Connector Channels Connects to
PRO TOOLS
MONITOR IN
25-pin D-Sub
1–2 Pro Tools audio
interface outputs,
main left/right mix,
for monitoring
Output connections for a simple stereo setup
Connector Channels Connects to
MONITOR
SPEAKERS
1–2 Main control room
speakers/monitors
OUT
25-pin D-Sub
AUXILIARY IN
TRS
MIC/LINE
Inputs
XLR, TRS
EXTERNAL
SOURCES IN
25-pin D-Sub
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left/right Pro Tools audio
interface outputs,
for cue mixing
1–8, 9–16 Microphones and
other sources to
the mic preamps
1–8
optional
CD, DVD, other
sources for monitoring and recording
MONITOR
SPEAKERS
OUT
25-pin D-Sub
AUX OUT
TRS
LINE
OUTPUTS
25-pin D-Sub
7–8 Alternate control
room speak-
ers/monitors
AUX OUT
left/right
1–8,
9–16
Cue mix system
inputs
Pro Tools audio inter-
face inputs for
recording mic
preamp sources
Connections for Stereo Monitoring
You can achieve a basic monitoring configuration through Control|24 by using stereo mix
playback in Pro Tools in conjunction with two
25-pin D-Sub breakout cables (one for input and
one for output).
Main and Alt Speaker Outputs
To connect stereo output from Control|24 for
monitoring:
1 Confirm that you have a 25-pin D-Sub con-
nector that breaks out to the correct type of connectors for your patch bay or monitor system
(amplifier, mixer, or powered speakers).
Main and Alt Inputs
To monitor Pro Tools sessions in Stereo Mix mode:
1 Confirm that you have a male 25-pin D-Sub
connector that breaks out to the correct type of
connectors for your patch bay or audio interface.
2 Attach the 25-pin D-Sub end of your breakout
cable to the 25-pin D-Sub connector labeled
PRO TOOLS MONITOR IN.
3 Connect the breakout cables corresponding to
channels 1–2 to your stereo main mix outputs
(usually outputs 1 and 2) of the Pro Tools audio
interface.
Alternate Source Inputs
Control|24 provides three pairs of alternate
source inputs, to integrate stereo returns from
DAT, cassette, or CD players.
To connect alternate (external) source inputs:
1 Attach the 25-pin D-Sub end of a breakout ca-
bles to the EXTERNAL SOURCES IN connector.
2 Connect the breakout cables to balanced ste-
reo sources as desired.
2 Attach the 25-pin D-Sub end of your breakout
cable to the 25-pin D-Sub connector labeled
SPEAKERS OUT.
3 Connect channels 1–2 to the inputs of your
monitor system.
The level to these speakers is adjusted with the
MAIN MONITOR LEVEL control.
To connect an alternate set of speakers:
■ Connect channels 7–8 of the SPEAKERS OUT
cable harness to the inputs of your alternate stereo monitor system.
The level to these speakers is adjusted with the
ALT MONITOR control.
The Communication/Headphones section also
provides level controls and basic monitor routing controls for Headphone, Aux, Listen Mic
and Talkback Mic levels.
There are many different possible applications
and configurations within the Control Room
Monitor Section, including multiple stereo
source monitoring and submixing extra auxiliary return channels. See Chapter 8, “Control
Room Monitor Section.”
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Headphones
Control|24 provides a stereo headphone jack in
the Control Room Monitor section, with separate level control. The headphone jack provides
a discrete feed of the main stereo Control|24
mix. The Headphone output does not follow
Control Room Mono, Mute or Dim functions.
The Line Submixer Section
The Control|24 built-in submixer consists of
eight stereo input channels, which are submixed to the Control|24 stereo Submixer Master
control and output to the SUBMIXER OUT outputs (left and right, TRS connectors). Each channel is individually adjustable with its respective
Input Gain control.
Stereo and Surround Modes
Control|24 can operate in Stereo, LCRS, and 5.1
modes.
When monitoring in stereo mode, the Control
Room Monitor section supports single- and
multi-source monitoring. In LCRS or 5.1 surround, the Control Room section provides
source control (solo and mute) of channels and
channel pairs, as well as overall level.
The mode you choose will determine your input
and output connection requirements. For information on Surround configurations, see
Chapter 8, “Control Room Monitor Section.”
Submixing returns from MDMs, routing synthesizers, samplers, or drum machines, or returning
additional auxiliary busses are just a few examples of ways that this simple mixer can be used.
If you want to record the output of the Line Submixer, connect the SUBMIXER OUT outputs to
available Pro Tools audio interface inputs.
Footswitch
The SW 1 and SW 2 jacks can be assigned to any
of three available Footswitch functions:
• Play/stop
• Record (punch in/out)
• Remote Talkback on/off
Polarity is selectable for these switch ports, enabling you to use virtually any momentary footswitch to control these functions.
For more information about footswitch settings,
please refer to Appendix B, “Utility Functions.”
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