Euphonix MC Media Application Controller Operation Manual
Euphonix Media Application Controller
Operation Manual
Document Revision: F
Software Version: 1.2.4
Part Number: 840-09777-08
Release Date: June 2007
Euphonix, Inc.
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to this manual and the product it describes at any time, without notice or obligation.
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Manual design and editing by Rob Wenig.
Manual written by Storm Staley, Martin Lucas, Tim Driedger, Rob Wenig, Marc Rosenberg, Edward
Jones.
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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
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when
the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will
be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Caution:Any changes or modifications made by the user that are not expressly ap-
proved by Euphonix could void the user’s right to operate the equipment.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The lighting flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert
the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electrical shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the product.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with a dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wider blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required 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.
15) WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
16) Do not expose this equipment to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, are placed on the equipment.
17) To completely disconnect this equipment from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply
cord plug from the AC receptacle.
18) The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.
19) This unit is provided with a power supply cord set suitable for 120V AC input only (for U.S.A.
and Canada). For other than U.S.A. and Canada, a qualified person must provide for use with
this unit, an appropriate, approved power supply cord set which is in compliance with the end
use country requirements and has a minimum cross-sectional area of 1.0mm2.
20) For units with more than one power cord:
Caution: This unit has more than one power supply cord. Disconnect two power supply
cords before servicing to avoid electrical shock.
Attention:Cet appareil comporte plus d’un cordon d’alimentation. Afin de prévenir les
chocs électriques, débrancher les deux cordons d’alimentation avant de faire le
dépannage.
21) Operator Accessible Fuse:
Caution: For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with same type and
rating of fuse.
Attention:Pour ne pas compromettre la protection contre les risques d’incendie, remplacer
par un fusible de même type et de même caractéristiques nominales.
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Table of Contents
List of Figures....................................................................................................................... ix
Chapter 1: Introduction.................................................................................................11
1.1 Multiple Levels of Control......................................................................12
1.1.1 Level 1: Keyboard and Trackball..............................................12
1.1.2 Level 2: Soft Keys.....................................................................12
1.1.3 Level 3: HUI.............................................................................12
1.1.4 Level 4: Mackie Control Universal...........................................13
1.1.5 Level 5: EuCon High-Speed Control Protocol .........................13
1.2 Studio Monitor Express Application.......................................................14
1.3 How to Use the PDF................................................................................14
Chapter 2: Installation and Configuration ..........................................................15
2.1 Hardware Information.............................................................................15
2.1.1 System Optimization.................................................................15
2.1.2 Rear Panel Connections............................................................16
2.2 EuCon Software Installation....................................................................17
2.2.1 Uninstalling Previous Versions.................................................17
2.2.2 EuCon WS Software Options (Windows only)........................17
2.2.3 Upgrading the EuConMC Software..........................................18
2.2.4 Firmware Update Server (System 5-MC only).........................19
2.3 Configuration...........................................................................................20
2.3.1 MC Client Software Configuration...........................................20
2.3.2 MC Client and EuCon Discovery Options................................21
2.3.3 IP Addressing............................................................................21
2.3.4 Workstation Control..................................................................23
2.3.5 Workstation Binding.................................................................25
2.3.6 Visit Workstation......................................................................26
2.3.7 Modules (System 5-MC Only)..................................................26
Chapter 3: Main Touchscreens.................................................................................29
3.1 Main-Tracks ............................................................................................29
3.2 Main-Flip (System 5-MC Only)..............................................................31
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3.3 Euphonix Menu.......................................................................................32
3.3.1 M and K Indicators ...................................................................32
3.3.2 File ............................................................................................32
3.3.3 Shutdown ..................................................................................33
Chapter 4: MC Preference Settings........................................................................35
4.1 General ....................................................................................................35
4.2 Solo..........................................................................................................37
4.3 Setup........................................................................................................38
4.3.1 Devices......................................................................................38
4.3.2 Jogwheel Speed.........................................................................39
4.3.3 Surface Filter Update Period.....................................................39
4.3.4 Set MC Name............................................................................39
4.3.5 Fader Text Mode and Knob Text Mode....................................39
4.3.6 Soft Key Display and Operation...............................................39
4.4 About.......................................................................................................40
Chapter 5: Soft Keys.......................................................................................................41
5.1 Banks.......................................................................................................41
5.2 Soft Keys Setup.......................................................................................42
5.2.1 Commands ................................................................................42
5.2.2 Menu Implementation...............................................................48
5.2.3 Label..........................................................................................49
5.2.4 Locking.....................................................................................50
Chapter 6: Soft Knobs....................................................................................................55
6.1 Knob Cells...............................................................................................55
6.1.1 Knobsets....................................................................................57
6.2 Assignable Knob .....................................................................................58
6.3 Changing Knobsets..................................................................................58
Chapter 7: Working with Channels.........................................................................59
7.1 Channel Strips .........................................................................................59
7.1.1 Solo...........................................................................................59
7.1.2 On..............................................................................................60
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7.1.3 Record.......................................................................................60
7.1.4 Chan Select Key........................................................................60
7.1.5 Select Key.................................................................................60
7.1.6 Wave Key..................................................................................61
7.1.7 Fader..........................................................................................61
7.1.8 Joysticks....................................................................................61
7.2 Strip Control Section...............................................................................62
7.2.1 MC (System 5-MC Only) .........................................................62
7.2.2 Bank Keys.................................................................................62
7.2.3 Nudge Keys...............................................................................63
7.2.4 Home Key.................................................................................63
7.2.5 Flip Key (System 5-MC Only)..................................................63
7.2.6 Layouts Key..............................................................................63
7.3 Assigning Tracks to Strips.......................................................................66
7.3.1 Strips and Tracks.......................................................................66
7.4 CM408T Channel Strips (System 5-MC only)........................................68
Chapter 8: Monitors and Control Room...............................................................69
8.1 Control Room..........................................................................................70
8.2 Monitors ..................................................................................................71
8.3 Clear and All Keys ..................................................................................72
8.4 Talkback..................................................................................................72
Chapter 9: Studio Monitor Express (Windows)...............................................73
9.1 Main.........................................................................................................74
9.2 Sources ....................................................................................................75
9.3 SME O/P Patch........................................................................................76
9.4 Application O/P Patch.............................................................................77
9.5 Hardware I/P Patch..................................................................................78
9.6 Speakers...................................................................................................79
9.7 Config......................................................................................................80
9.8 Configuring SME Talkback ....................................................................81
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Chapter 10: Studio Monitor Express (Mac)...........................................................83
10.1 Main.........................................................................................................83
10.2 Sources ....................................................................................................85
10.3 Patching...................................................................................................86
10.4 Speakers...................................................................................................87
10.5 Config......................................................................................................88
10.6 Talkback Setup........................................................................................88
Chapter 11: DAW In tegration........................................................................................89
11.1 User and Application Sets.......................................................................89
11.1.1 User Sets ...................................................................................90
11.1.2 Application Sets........................................................................91
11.2 Steinberg Nuendo....................................................................................92
11.2.1 Configuration............................................................................92
11.2.2 Nuendo Monitor Setup..............................................................93
11.2.3 MC Control Room and Monitor Setup .....................................95
11.2.4 Talkback....................................................................................98
11.2.5 Nuendo-Specific MC Controls..................................................98
11.3 Merging Technologies Pyramix............................................................103
11.3.1 Configuration..........................................................................103
11.3.2 Getting Started........................................................................106
11.3.3 Monitoring ..............................................................................108
11.3.4 Talkback..................................................................................109
11.3.5 Plugin Integration....................................................................109
11.4 HUI Applications...................................................................................110
11.4.1 Digidesign Pro Tools ..............................................................110
11.5 Mackie Control Universal .....................................................................116
11.5.1 Final Cut Pro and Soundtrack Pro...........................................116
11.6 DAD AX24 Microphone Preamplifier..................................................118
Chapter 12: Support and Troubleshooting.........................................................119
12.1 Support ..................................................................................................119
12.2 Troubleshooting.....................................................................................119
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List of Figures
2-1 MC Rear Panel ..................................................................................................................16
2-2 Euphonix Preferences pane ...............................................................................................20
2-3 Workstation keys ..............................................................................................................23
2-4 Strip Control Setup key .....................................................................................................23
2-5 Workstation Touchscreen .................................................................................................24
2-6 Workstation Binding .........................................................................................................25
2-7 Preferences-Modules Touchscreen ...................................................................................26
3-1 Main-Tracks Touchscreen ................................................................................................29
3-2 Main-Flip Touchscreen ..................................................................................................... 31
3-3 Euphonix Menu Icon ........................................................................................................32
3-4 Shutdown Touchscreen ..................................................................................................... 33
4-1 Preferences-General Touchscreen ....................................................................................35
4-2 Preferences-Solo Touchscreen .......................................................................................... 37
4-3 Preferences-Setup .............................................................................................................38
4-4 Preferences-About Touchscreen .......................................................................................40
5-1 Soft Keys ...........................................................................................................................41
5-2 MC commands ..................................................................................................................43
5-3 Setup-Commands Touchscreen ........................................................................................44
5-4 Setup-EuCon Commands Touchscreen ............................................................................45
5-5 Setup-Key Commands Touchscreen ................................................................................. 46
5-6 Setup-Bank Switch Commands Touchscreen ...................................................................47
5-7 48
5-8 Setup-Label Touchscreen .................................................................................................49
5-9 Setup-Locking tab Touchscreen .......................................................................................50
5-10 Locking Procedures ..........................................................................................................52
6-1 Knob cell controls in Soft Knobs area ..............................................................................56
6-2 Assignable Knob ...............................................................................................................58
7-1 Channel Strips Section ......................................................................................................59
7-2 Joystick Touchscreen ........................................................................................................61
7-3 Strip Control .....................................................................................................................62
7-4 Layouts Touchscreen ........................................................................................................64
7-5 Assign Touchscreen ..........................................................................................................66
7-6 CM408T channel strip ......................................................................................................68
8-1 Monitors, Control Room, and Talkback Sections .............................................................69
8-2 Control Room Section ......................................................................................................70
8-3 Monitors Section ...............................................................................................................71
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8-4 Clear and All Keys ............................................................................................................72
9-1 Main Tab ...........................................................................................................................74
9-2 Sources Tab .......................................................................................................................75
9-3 SME O/P Patch Tab ..........................................................................................................76
9-4 Application O/P Patch Tab ...............................................................................................77
9-5 Hardware I/P Patch Tab ....................................................................................................78
9-6 Speakers Tab .....................................................................................................................79
9-7 Config Tab ........................................................................................................................80
10-1 Main Tab ...........................................................................................................................83
10-2 Sources Tab .......................................................................................................................85
10-3 Patching Tab .....................................................................................................................86
10-4 Speakers Tab .....................................................................................................................87
10-5 Config Tab ........................................................................................................................88
11-1 Content of an Application Set ...........................................................................................90
11-2 File-User Sets Touchscreen ..............................................................................................90
11-3 File-App Sets Touchscreen ............................................................................................... 91
11-4 Source tab in Control Room Setup Touchscreen ..............................................................95
11-5 Output tab in Control Room Setup Touchscreen ..............................................................96
11-6 Talkback tab in Control Room Setup Touchscreen ..........................................................97
11-7 Monitor Touchscreen ........................................................................................................97
11-8 Preferences-General Touchscreen ....................................................................................99
11-9 Nuendo EuCon Preferences ............................................................................................100
11-10 Pyramix Settings .............................................................................................................104
11-11 Controller Properties dialog ............................................................................................105
11-12 OASIS Configuration Properties dialog .........................................................................105
11-13 Pyramix Template Folder ...............................................................................................107
11-14 Specifying a Media Folder ..............................................................................................107
11-15 Mount dialog ...................................................................................................................108
11-16 Pro Tools Peripherals dialog ...........................................................................................111
11-17 Excerpt from Pro Tools MIDI menu ...............................................................................111
11-18 Pro Tools Surround Panner selection ..............................................................................114
11-19 Add Control Surface dialog (Soundtrack Pro) ................................................................117
11-20 Add Control Surface dialog ............................................................................................117
11-21 DAD AX24 mic preamp .................................................................................................118
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Chapter 1: Introduction
As more applications move from hardware to workstation-based solutions, the keyboard and mouse are rapidly becoming the only user interface available for the hundreds of controls and commands found in a typical professional software package.
Although the keyboard and mouse work well for some operations, they have obvious
limitations. It is easy to remember a few keystroke commands, but as the workflow necessitates switching between several applications, it becomes difficult to quickly access
each application’s functions.
Fortunately, Euphonix has devised a solution. The MC Media Application Controller is a
standalone surface designed to control DAWs. The System 5-MC is an audio recording,
editing, and mixing system that integrates the MC with the System 5 CM408T channel
strip modules. Multiple CM408T modules, each with eight channel strips, can be integrated to control an unlimited number of audio channels simultaneously.
The MC found in the System 5-MC has exactly the same powerful control features
found in the standalone version but is also able to manage channel strip assignments,
layouts, and strip functions. The System 5-MC is fitted with a pair of joystick panners
in place of the MC’s four faders (joystick panners can also be ordered in the standalone
version).
With a myriad of customized controls (keyboard, trackballs, Touchscreen, Soft Keys,
faders and knobs), the MC speeds operation, enhances creativity, and integrates the
tasks of mixing and recording. The system also includes Studio Monitor Express
(SME), a sophisticated monitoring application created by Euphonix. SME provides surround monitoring with multiple speaker controls and is selected from the MC’s Touchscreen.
The MC and workstation are connected via Ethernet, sending mouse, keyboard, and EuCon commands to the workstation computer (PC or Macintosh). The MC integrates the
control surface with the workstation and allows open connectivity, integration with
third-party plug-ins, virtual instruments, video solutions, and I/O hardware. The MC is
modular, expandable, flexible, and cost-effective.
By working closely with several manufacturers dedicated to providing open architecture systems, Euphonix has combined a wide range of products into a complete end-toend workflow solution.
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1.1 Multiple Levels of Control
The MC uses four powerful levels of control:
• Keyboard and trackball
• Programmable key commands via the Soft Keys
• HUI command protocol to control Pro Tools
• Mackie Control Universal protocol for DAWs/media software that support it
(i.e., Digital Performer, Soundtrack Pro, Final Cut Pro)
• EuCon control of EuCon-aware applications (i.e. Nuendo, Logic Pro, and Pyramix)
1.1.1 Level 1: Keyboard and Trackball
The MC instantly accesses your applications using its full-sized keyboard and two
trackballs. Each trackball has a control ring and four user-programmable switches, allowing both left and right-handed operation. One or both trackballs can be swapped out
for a jog/shuttle wheel, and the MC can be set to interpret the physical left and right edit
controllers as left or right, depending on the operator’s needs. For example, in large
dual-operator System 5-MC setups with two MCs, the left-side operator can use the
right-side MC’s left trackball as the right trackball or jog wheel. The trackball rings can
also be used for Wheel Edit Mode functions, like zooming, trimming, nudging and
moving clips.
1.1.2 Level 2: Soft Keys
The MC uses Soft Keys with integrated LCDs to display switch functions and icons.
The Soft Keys can be programmed to send complex macros and simple keystroke commands and are named so their function is obvious. Any function can be assigned to each
Soft Key to suit the user’s working style.
The Soft Key mappings are saved to Application Sets, which automatically change as
each application is activated. Euphonix supplies default Application Sets for a number
of programs but these can be modified and saved. Soft Keys can be locked to a specific
application, which maintains control even when it is not the workstation’s current application (the term in focus is used for the current or front application). The Soft Key
displays can show any character set.
1.1.3 Level 3: HUI
The MC supports the HUI (Human User Interface) command protocol developed by
Mackie to control Digidesign’s Pro Tools. HUI mappings are saved with Application
Sets for instant recall when each application becomes active.
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1.1.4 Level 4: Mackie Control Universal
The MC supports the Mackie Control Universal protocol to control both DAWs and
other software (i.e., Apple’s Final Cut Studio applications) that support this protocol.
Mackie Control mappings are saved with Application Sets for instant recall when each
application becomes active.
1.1.5 Level 5: EuCon High-Speed Control Protocol
EuCon is a control protocol originally developed by Euphonix to communicate between
the System 5 control surface and its software applications. Applications specifically designed to work with the MC and the EuCon Application Programmer Interface are
called EuCon-aware applications, while all others are called generic. EuCon-aware ap-
plications allow a higher level of integration than generic applications.
The EuCon protocol enables high-speed, bidirectional communication between Euphonix
consoles, the MC, and EuCon-aware software applications. The MC and a EuConaware application are tightly interwoven so the host application does not see the MC as
a controller, but as an integrated part of its user interface. Every MC co n tr o l c an in t el l igently and rapidly access any function in a EuCon-aware application.
Steinberg’s Nuendo EuCon
Nuendo includes full EuCon support via an optional Nuendo EuCon module, enabling
control from Euphonix control surfaces (i.e., MC, System 5-MC, and System 5 film
post-production and music consoles). The Nuendo EuCon module is sold exclusively
through the Euphonix distribution network and packaged with MC and System 5-MC.
Apple’s Logic Pro
Logic Pro supports the EuCon protocol (as of v.7.2.1), enabling full control of all Logic
Pro tracks, plugins, and other parameters through the MC and System 5-MC. EuCon
support is built into the application and does not require any special configuration or
additional software from Apple.
Merging Technologies’ Pyramix with OASIS and EuCon Support
Pyramix users must purchase Merging’s OASIS control protocol package option, whic h
automatically enables EuCon control. Oasis is available through Merging’s distribution
chain for use with the Euphonix MC, System 5-MC, and System 5 Hybrid consoles.
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1.2 Studio Monitor Express Application
The MC includes Studio Monitor Express (SME), a powerful monitoring application
that resides on the application workstation and controls audio routing between applications that support ASIO hardware on the PC, Core Audio applications on the Mac, and
their respective hardware interfaces. See page 73 to configure SME.
1.3 How to Use the PDF
The Acrobat PDF version of this manual can be a valuable “online help” learning tool
while using the MC. For those not familiar with Acrobat, here are some useful features
of the PDF:
• The Bookmarks on the left serve as a continuously visible table of contents
while reading. Click on a subject heading to jump to that page. Click a + symbol to expand that heading to show subheadings. Click the - symbol to collapse
the subheadings.
• The manual’s table of contents and list of figures are “active links” to their pages.
Select the “hand” cursor, allow it to hover over the heading and turn into a “finger.” Then click to locate to that subject and page.
• All cross references are active links. Allow the “hand” cursor to hover over the
reference, turn into a “finger,” and click to follow the reference.
• Use the left and right arrow keys on the top bar to go back and forth between
views. This is a great way to follow a cross reference and return to the page
from which you were reading.
• Select the Find item from the Edit menu (Ctrl-F) to search for a subject. This
can be used as an “index on the fly.”
• Use the magnifying glass tool or the zoom edit box on the top bar to zoom in/
out. This is helpful when examining a complex graphic or setting the text size
for easy reading online.
Acrobat Reader version 4 or later is required to open the PDF. This can be downloaded
for free at http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html.
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Chapter 2: Installation and Configuration
Before proceeding with this section, make sure you have followed the steps for your
single or multiple workstation configuration described in the appropriate Installation
Guide. This chapter provides in-depth information to configure your MC beyond the
basic setup discussed in the Installation Guide.
2.1 Hardware Information
This section will help streamline and optimize your MC installation.
2.1.1 System Optimization
Network
The MC, CM408T modules, and your workstation(s) must be on an isolated Ethernet
network (minimum 100 Mbit), due to the large amount of data transmitted between all
components. Network traffic unrelated to audio tasks may cause slowdowns and errors.
If your workstations absolutely require outside network access, an Ethernet DHCP
router/switch must be used to separate the MC from outside networks. Euphonix only
supports configurations in which the MC and CM408T modules are isolated on their
own separate network.
Workstations
Make sure to keep all workstations up-to-date by installing the most recent drivers for
all hardware. Some older drivers, especially for network and audio processing cards,
are unable to handle the MC and CM408T data requirements. This can manifest in sluggish behavior that affects channel banking across modules, updating playback status on
modules, and other data-intensive functions.
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2.1.2 Rear Panel Connections
FOOT
VGA KEYBOARD USB
LANLAN DC INTALKBACK MIC
SWITCH HEADPHONES
VGA and
Keyboard
USB Talkback Mic Output LAN Headphone DC In
Figure 2-1 MC Rear Panel
Foot Switch
DC In: Connect the included DC power supply here. The supply is world-compatible
(accepts 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz) and draws 150 W maximum.
WARNING: Attach power supply to the MC BEFORE plugging into AC power or the
unit may be damaged.
LAN (RJ-45): Network port for connecting to router (Netgear RP614 in standalone
MC setups, or SonicWALL PRO 1260 for System 5-MC). Use CAT5 or better cable.
USB: Connect external storage devices for data backup and software updates. Also
used to connect Ontrak ADU-200 relay interface for multiple workstation setups.
Talkback Mic Output (XLR): Mic-level output for built-in talkback microphone. The
output must be connected to a preamp with 48V phantom power, to obtain line-level
output (phantom power is required because it is a condenser microphone).
Foot Switch (1/4-in Mono): The foot switch mirrors the operation of the Talkback
switch on the MC surface. Connect a standard two-conductor foot switch (like a
MIDI keyboard damper pedal) to the MC Foot Switch jack to toggle Talkback on/
off. (Only on new MCs from March 2007.)
Headphones (1/4-in Stereo): Through connection to front panel headphone connector.
Service VGA and Keyboard (DB15HD, PS2): VGA video and keyboard connection
(for service only).
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2.2 EuCon Software Installation
The EuCon Software installs components that enable bi-directional communication between the MC and workstation. The EuConWS version of the software must be installed
on every workstation used with the MC. The EuConMC version is installed on the MC
when shipped and can be easily upgraded (see page 18).
2.2.1 Uninstalling Previous Versions
The old version of the EuCon software must be uninstalled on the workstation before
upgrading to the new version. Close all applications and follow the procedure for Windows or OS X:
Windows: Choose Start->All Programs->EuCon, and click Uninstall. The EuCon
Uninstaller removes the EuCon software from the workstation.
OS X: Open a Finder window, navigate to the Applications folder, and run the EuCon-
WS Uninstall program to remove the EuCon software from the workstation.
Proceed with installing the new EuCon software. Rebooting the computer before installing the new software is not necessary.
2.2.2 EuCon WS Software Options (Windows only)
The Windows installer offers the following options:
• EuCon Workstation Core: This is the main driver that controls communi-
cation between the MC and workstation. This option cannot be deselected
(it is grayed out and inactive), because it must be installed for the workstation to communicate with the MC.
• Euphonix Studio Monitor Express (SME): This software monitoring ap-
plication interfaces with the MC’s Monitor section. SME can be configured
to receive audio from applications running on the PC or from external sources via physical inputs to your sound card, enabling extensive audio routing,
source selection, and level control from the MC. Those who prefer to use
Nuendo’s Control Room Monitor (similar to SME), may choose not to install SME.
See page 73 for more information on Studio Monitor Express.
• EuCon adapter for Nuendo: This enables EuCon communication between
the MC and Nuendo. Nuendo users must install this component. A license
to enable EuCon within Nuendo (in Nuendo’s Device Setup) is required and
must be authorized on your Syncrosoft USB dongle before you can use Nuendo EuCon with the MC.
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• VST plugin layouts for Nuendo: This option installs .xml files that map
parameters of Nuendo’s VST plugins to the MC’s Soft Knobs and to the
CM408T’s knobs.
• EuCon adapter for Pyramix: Pyramix users must install this component
to enable EuCon control of Pyramix.
2.2.3 Upgrading the EuConMC Software
To upgrade the EuConMC software on the MC:
1. Download the latest version of the EuConMC software from:
www.euphonix.com/support/mc.htm.
NOTE: The EuConMC and the EuConWS software must have the same version and
build or they may not communicate properly. Check the EuConWS version installed on your workstation(s). Download the current version and install it on
all workstations used with the MC if the version/build does not match the EuConMC software you just downloaded.
2. Copy the installation executable you downloaded onto a removable USB drive.
3. On the MC, touch Euphonix Menu->Shutdown, then touch Exit To Operat-
ing System.
This quits the MCApp software.
4. On the MC, click Start->Programs->EuCon->Uninstall.
The EuCon Uninstaller removes the EuConMC software.
NOTE: User sets are not deleted during the uninstall procedure. However, updated
user sets are installed while upgrading the EuCon software. To ensure these
are installed in the default location, backup C:\Program Files\Euphonix\EuCon\User Sets to removable media, then delete the Usersets folder. The new
user sets are NOT installed if the current ones are not first removed.
5. Insert the removable USB drive into the MC’s USB port.
The drive appears in My Computer on the MC desktop.
6. Double-click it to display its contents.
7. Double-click the EuConMC executable file.
The installer program launches. Install the software to the default location
(C:\Program Files\Euphonix\EuCon).
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The MC presents a list of three options to install:
• MCApp, EuCon runtime, etc. - This is the main MC software application.
It is grayed out since it must be installed for the MC to function properly.
• MC PC104 Driver, hardware support, firmware - This installs the actual
hardware driver the EuConMC uses to control the MC surface. DO NOT
UNCHECK THIS OR YOUR MC WILL NOT FUNCTION.
• CM408T Software + Update Server - This insta lls the Firmware Updates
server, which updates the CM408T module firmware. See 2.2.4 Firmware
Update Server (System 5-MC only).
8. Press Next on the remaining dialogs in the Install Wizard.
9. Reboot the MC when the Wizard finishes.
2.2.4 Firmware Update Server (System 5-MC only)
If CM408T Software + Update Server is checked, the Firmware Update Server
launches after the EuConMC installation completes. The CM408T modules will then
prompt to be updated. If they do not, reboot them and they will connect to the Firmware
Update Server. Press the Y key on each CM408T after the update prompt appears. Each
CM408T will apply the update, automatically reboot, and be ready to operate. After all
CM408T modules are updated, quit the Update Server.
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2.3 Configuration
2.3.1 MC Client Software Configuration
Windows
Installing MC Client is discussed in the Installation Guides. Once installed in Windows, MC Client does not need further configuration for applications. It automatically
detects if an application is EuCon-aware and enables EuCon communication. If not, it
enables the MC’s keyboard, trackball, and Soft Keys to control your application as if the
MC were a peripheral directly plugged into your workstation. Since MC Client runs a t
the operating system level, it can control all non-EuCon-aware applications just as your
regular keyboard/mouse combo can (with the useful addition of Soft Key macros).
OSX
Since HUI and Mackie Control Universal use MIDI to communicate, they require allocation of MIDI ports by OSX. The OSX EuCon software creates a virtual MIDI driver
with 32 ports, but actual communication with the MC occurs via the faster and more
reliable Ethernet network. HUI and Mackie Control use four MIDI ports per application. Ports are allocated in the Euphonix Preferences Pane (Apple Menu->System
Preferences/EuPrefsPane). Figure 2-2 shows a possible application.
Figure 2-2 Euphonix Preferences pane
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This configuration is only necessary with HUI and Mackie Control applications. EuCon-aware applications communicate automatically with the MC. MC Client enables
the MC’s keyboard, trackball, and Soft Keys to control all non-EuCon-aware applications just as the keyboard and mouse.
2.3.2 MC Client and EuCon Discovery Options
When Windows loads, MC Client and EuConDiscovery services automatically start,
and their icons appear (Euphonix logo combined with orange D for EuConDiscovery
and blue C for MC client) in the system tray, next to the clock.
In OS X, MC Client launches on startup and runs invisibly if the EuPrefsPane is active.
To enable/disable MC Client and EuCon activity, open the EuPrefsPane and press the
Start/Stop button at the bottom of the window. EuCon defaults to active when installed.
In Windows, right-click the EuConDiscovery icon in the system tray for these options:
• Euphonix Network: Lists each installed network card with valid TCP/IP connection. Select the network on which the MC and your workstation will communicate from this list.
• Enable Discovery Network Wide Logging: Toggle this setting on for debugging only.
• Display Discovery Database: Opens list of all EuCon clients on the network.
• Quit: Shuts down the MC Client service.
• About MC Client/EuConDiscovery Service: Displays a dialog box showing
the MC Client/EuConDiscovery copyright notice and software version.
2.3.3 IP Addressing
MC
The Netgear RP614 router included with the standalone MC takes care of all IP addressing, using its internal DHCP server to distribute IP addresses to the MC and your workstation(s). Make sure the router is powered on and connected (with Ethernet cables) to
your MC and workstation(s) for the DHCP server to correctly assign IP addresses.
The WAN port on the Netgear can be connected to a studio LAN, or to an Internet connection, depending on your studio setup. Note that the MC and workstation(s) must be
on the same network subnet for the MC to connect to your workstation(s) properly (connecting them all to the LAN ports on the Netgear automatically does this).
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System 5-MC
The CM408T modules do not allow static IP addressing. Use a DHCP server to autoassign their IP addresses. The SonicWALL PRO 1260 router included in the System 5MC system is set to perform this function by default.
To set up the System 5-MC network, connect the MC and CM408T modules to the
SonicWALL 1260. The SonicWALL 1260 auto-assigns their IP addresses. The MC
can now recognize the CM408T modules. See Modules (System 5-MC Only) on page
26 to configure the MC to control the CM408T modules.
Euphonix ships the SonicWALL 1260 with all default settings unchanged except the
admin username and password, which are both set to Euphonix. The SonicWALL
1260 checks for a DHCP server on the LAN to which it is attached. If a DHCP server
is not found, it enables its own internal DHCP server.
To access the SonicWALL’s web configuration interface:
1. Connect a workstation to one of the 1260’s LAN ports.
2. Set the workstation to obtain an IP address automatically using DHCP.
3. Open a web browser and type 192.168.168.168 (the router’s default IP address)
into the location address field.
4. Log in to the SonicWALL with the username and password Euphonix.
The SonicWALL Setup Wizard then launches to configure the router settings.
Consult the SonicWALL 1260’s manual (included with your System 5-MC or available
at SonicWALL’s website) for more information on router settings. Consult your network administrator to find appropriate settings for your LAN.
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2.3.4 Workstation Control
Workstation
1
3
2
4
Figure 2-3 Workstation keys
The MC can control up to four workstations using the Workstation keys shown in
Figure 2-3.
To assign Workstations:
1. Press the Strip Control Setup key on the right side of the MC.
Strip Control
Strip Control
Flip
Layouts
Home
Home
Flip
MC
MC
Nudge
Nudge
Bank
Bank
Nudge
Nudge
Bank
Bank
Setup
Strip Control
Setup
Setup key
Figure 2-4 Strip Control Setup key
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The Touchscreen in Figure 2-5 opens and displays all workstations available on
the network. Each workstation must have MC Client running to be available to
the MC.
Figure 2-5 Workstation Touchscreen
2. Touch the desired Workstation Key on the left of the Touchscreen.
3. Touch the Workstation name in the list to assign it to the selected number.
4. To disconnect the MC from its current workstation, touch the Workstation key
mapped to that workstation, then touch None/Disconnect.
The assignment is relinquished and the MC disconnects from the workstation.
5. To view all Workstations, use the up/down arrows to scroll.
6. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to assign additional Workstations.
7. Press the Strip Control Setup key again to exit Workstation assignment mode.
8. Press one of the Workstations keys (Figure 2-3) to connect to that Workstation.
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2.3.5 Workstation Binding
Workstation Binding is a feature that retains workstation assignments made in the
Workstations Setup Touchscreen. If you reboot your workstation while connected to
the MC, upon completion of boot-up, pressing the assigned Workstation button reconnects without having to re-assign the workstation. Pressing the previously assigned
Workstation button on the MC re-connects to this workstation without needing to reassign. However, be patient for MC Client to load as it usually takes about 15 seconds
after the computer boots to the Desktop. MC Client’s icon is visible in the Windows
Taskbar when MC Client is launched. There is no equivalent indication on the Mac at
this time. However, if you use SME and have it set to auto-launch (in System Prefs, EuPrefPane) on this Mac, MC Client completes loading shortly after the SME interface
becomes visible. This is particularly useful if you generally use the MC with the same
workstation assignment.
MC Workstation Binding
Pressing WS
button
connects MC
to WS
WS is
rebooted
WS
becomes
available
WS
assignment
retained by
MC -
Pressing WS
button
attaches MC
to WS
User
Assigns
MC to WS
WS
available
MC
auto-
connects
to WS
Pressing WS
button
connects MC
to WS
MC is
rebooted
WS Not
available
MC retains
WS
assigment
WS
becomes
available
Press WS
button, MC
connects to
WS
Figure 2-6 Workstation Binding
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If the MC reboots while connected to a workstation, MCApp re-launches, then the MC
re- connects to the previously assigned workstation without needing to press the Work-
station button.
2.3.6 Visit Workstation
A workstation may be visited by pressing Shift + Workstation 1–4 key. Visiting is a
quick way to deliver keyboard and trackball commands to the visited Workstation without actually performing a EuCon-aware workstation switch. For example, while working in Nuendo, you can quickly switch to a Pro Tools workstation to dismiss an onscreen dialogue or do a quick edit.
Visiting also causes the (optional) Ontrak USB to GPI (for DVI switching) to switch to
the selected Workstation number.
2.3.7 Modules (System 5-MC Only)
Figure 2-7 Preferences-Modules Touchscreen
This Touchscreen assigns CM408T modules to the MC. All available CM408Ts are
listed on the right under All Online. Currently assigned CM408Ts are listed on the left
under Assigned to this MC. This is the order in which the MC assigns channel strips
to the modules.
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• To assign a module to the MC, touch it in All Online and touch the Add button.
The new CM408T appears under Assigned to this MC.
• To deassign a CM408T from the MC, touch the module in the Assigned to this
MC list and touch the Remove button.
• To change the order of CM408Ts in the Assigned to this MC list, touch the
module and touch the Move Up or Move Down buttons.
• After adding, removing, or moving modules, you must touch the Update Mod-
ules button (flashes when changes have occurred) to apply the settings.
• To display the name, MAC address, IP address, and software version of a
CM408T module, touch it in the Assigned to this MC list and touch the Show
Info button. The information appears on that CM408T’s LCD display.
To name a module, touch it, touch the Edit Name button, and type a name.
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Chapter 3: Main Touchscreens
3.1 Main-Tracks
.
When connected to a EuCon application, this Touchscreen displays the tracks. If the
project has more than 48 tracks, use the scroll bar at the right or the arrow buttons below
it to display additional tracks.
The top-left of the screen displays the following information (top to bottom):
• Application to which the MC is currently connected
• Name of the workstation to which the MC is connected
• Current User Set
• Currently attentioned channel in yellow text
SMPTE time, minutes/seconds, feet/frames, and bar/beat counters are located to the
right of that display.
Figure 3-1 Main-Tracks Touchscreen
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On the top-right, the Touchscreen displays either the four tracks currently assigned to
the four faders, or two tracks currently assigned to the MC’s pair of joysticks.
The left of the Touchscreen displays five mode buttons that apply functions to selected
tracks:
• Solo: Select tracks to solo (see page 37 to learn about solo modes).
• Arm: Arm tracks for recording.
• Mute: Turn tracks on/off.
• Select: Select a track on the MC and in the DAW.
• Wave: Attention a track to the Soft Knobs.
To apply a function, touch its button and then touch track(s) in the grid to apply the
function. Touch selected track(s) again to toggle that function off.
Use the Clear button beside each function to release all tracks from that function. For
example, touch the Clear button next to Solo to unsolo all soloed tracks.
The channel squares in the track grid show their status in several ways:
• Whitish-blue background coloring with yellow text means the channel is selected
• Blue-gray background coloring represents muted tracks.
• A red border around the square means the track is soloed.
• A red dot at the top right of the square means the track is armed for recording
• Colored bars below the text are DAW track colorings in DAWs that offer it
(currently only Nuendo & Logic).
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