Meyer Sound galileo 616 User Manual
COMPASS USER GUIDE
Galileo™ 616
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Copyright © 2009 Meyer Sound Laboratories
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Compass User Guide
Based on Compass 2.1.1 1353/4528/455 Code Date: November 5, 2008
Published 2009-Feb-09
The contents of this manual are furnished for informational purposes only, are subject to change without notice, and
should not be construed as a commitment by Meyer Sound Laboratories Inc. Meyer Sound assumes no responsibility
or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual. Except as permitted by applicable copyright
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If your Compass Software is provided with your purchase of a Galileo System, the warranty on your Galileo System
applies. For Compass Updates and for users of a Galileo System who are not owners of their system, Meyer Sound
warrants that, for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of you download or install the Compass Software, the
Compass Software, when properly installed, will perform substantially in accordance with Meyer Sound’s current published
documentation for such Compass Software. Meyer Sound does not warrant that the functions contained in the Compass
Software will meet your requirements or that the operation of the Compass Software or any replacement copy will be
uninterrupted or error free. Meyer Sound’s sole obligation under this warranty is to attempt to remedy any defect in your
copy of the Compass Software in a manner consistent with Meyer Sound’s customary business practices.
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ON YOUR GALILEO SYSTEM ARE THE ONLY WARRANTIES MADE BY MEYER SOUND IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Documentation Overview ix
About this Document ix
About Meyer Sound xvi
Technical Support xvii
Chapter 1: Start Here 1
System Requirements 1
Installing Compass and Virtual Galileo 2
Running Compass with Virtual Galileo 3
Running Compass with Galileo 6
Chapter 2: Compass Overview 9
Compass Capabilities 9
Compass Controls 10
General Workflow 16
Chapter 3: Using Compass Tools 23
Navigating the Tabbed Window Interface 23
Using Shortcuts 24
Setting Compass and Channel Preferences 26
Configuring Audio Inputs and Outputs 28
Using the Summing Matrix 30
Linking Channels 42
Linking Galileos 46
Atmospheric Correction and M Series Array Correction 47
Connecting and Configuring for use with SIM3 51
Using Signal Processing 53
Copy, Paste, Load, Save, and Reset Control Values 59
Saving and Loading Projects and Snapshots 61
Restricting Access to Compass Settings 68
Chapter 4: User Interface Reference 71
Compass Tab 71
Galileos Tab 86
Named Galileo Tabs 93
Additional User Interface Details 139
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Appendix A: Compass Software File Locations 145
Project Backups 145
Factory Presets 146
Appendix B: Network Information 147
Appendix C: User-Defined Equalization Curves with
M Series Array and Atmospheric Correction 149
High-Frequency Equalization Strategies 149
Low-Frequency Equalization Strategies 150
Example Curves 151
Index 157
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List of Figures
Illustrated User Interface Element Names 10
Low Pass 58
2nd Order High Pass 58
Elliptical High Pass 58
Compass Preferences Page 71
Channel Linking Preferences Page 76
Galileos Page 86
Galileo Project Page 96
Galileo Network Settings Page 102
Galileo I/O Settings Page 103
Galileo SIM3 Settings Page 105
Galileo Environment Settings Page 107
Galileo Access Settings Page 108
Galileo Array Correction Settings Page 110
Galileo Link Groups Settings Page 112
Galileo Galileo Map Page 114
Galileo Input Processing Page 120
Galileo Output Processing Page 129
Galileo Summing Matrix Page 135
Galileo Input Masters Page 136
Galileo Output Masters Page 138
Typical Clipboard Options and Saved Settings window 139
Single MILO at 4 meters 152
Eight MILO Array at 60M 152
Corrected Eight MILO Array at 60M 153
Corrected Eight MILO Array at Various Distances 154
Corrected MILO Arrays of Differing Sizes 155
Corrected Eight MILO Array at Various Distances 156
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List of Tables
Modifier Key Name Conventions xi
User Interface Element Name Conventions xi
Mouse Action Conventions xiii
Keyboard Action Conventions xiv
Typographic Conventions xiv
Symbol Conventions xv
Delay Unit Ranges 59
Screen Resolutions and Recommended User Interface
Scales 73
Keyboard Modifiers 141
Tab Color Definitions 142
Background Color Definitions 142
Channel Color Definitions 143
OS X Compass Software Installation Locations 145
Microsoft Windows Compass Software Installation
Locations 145
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PREFACE : DOCUMENTATION OVERVIEW
About this Document
Compass™ provides an intuitive interface to the Galileo™ 616 loudspeaker management system.
Galileo is a fully digital matrix processor providing 96 kHz/32 bit resolution signal processing
for six inputs and sixteen outputs.
Galileo may be directly connected to the SIM® 3 audio analyzer, providing complete
measurement as well as control for complex audio systems. The Galileo loudspeaker
management system with the Compass control software fulfills all of the necessary signal routing
and processing between the console and the amplifier/loudspeaker.
Compass provides “snapshot” capturing of Galileo control values, allowing you to design
numerous sound processing configurations, each specific to a particular use of a venue and
subsequently available for recall at any time. Numerous snapshots may be saved as a “project”
to a workstation or laptop computer, providing backup and restoration capability, and another
level of organization.
Audience
Galileo and Compass are professional audio hardware and software. Users of the system are
sound design professionals with an understanding of sound design theory, signal equalization
design, atmospheric correction, signal delay design, and matrix mixing. This manual does not
teach sound design theory and practice.
The Galileo hardware is presumed to have been correctly installed and configured. In particular,
the Galileo must be configured with an IP address before running Compass. This process is
detailed in the Galileo Hardware Reference Manual.
Users of Compass software are assumed to be experienced computer users. Inexperienced
computer users may wish to read the Document Conventions (p. x) section, below, to become
familiar with the terminology used in describing the user interface. Inexperienced computer
users are also advised to read the operating system user manual that came with their system.
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Organization
This manual comprises the following chapters:
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Start Here (p. 1) provides details regarding installation of Compass, and how to connect
to and simulate connection to a Galileo 616 system.
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Compass Overview (p. 9) discusses Galileo’s capabilities, explains how various
components of the Compass user interface are used, and provides an example of a typical
Compass/Galileo project work flow.
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The Using Compass Tools (p. 23) provides usage examples for all common tasks and all
major Compass components.
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The User Interface Reference (p. 71) provides a detailed summary of all Compass graphic
interface components, capabilities, and side-effects.
Appendices and a comprehensive index round out the manual.
Related Documentation
For setup, maintenance, and technical information regarding the Galileo 616 please consult the
Galileo Hardware Reference Manual.
Documentation Updates
Meyer Sound welcomes customer input regarding its end-user manuals. Please see Technical
Support (p. xvii) for contact details and information on accessing the latest edition of the manual.
Document Conventions
Compass offers “night” and “day” color modes. When the color of a user interface element
changes dependent on mode, the night color is listed first and the day color follows in
parentheses, i.e. “the row will have a dark green (light green) background.”
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Please note that Macintosh and Windows keyboards may use different names for the modifier
keys:
Table 1. Modifier Key Name Conventions
Windows KeyboardMacintosh KeyboardIn the Manual
‹ Alt ›‹ Option ›‹ Alt ›
‹ Ctrl ›‹ Cmd ›‹ Cmd ›
‹ Enter ›‹ Return ›‹ Enter ›
The following conventions are used when referring to the user interface:
Table 2. User Interface Element Name Conventions
DescriptionElement
The main rectangular area in which application controls are displayed.Window
Title bar
Menu bar
Command
An element of a window, at the top edge, that can be dragged to move
the window. The title bar typically displays the name of the window or
information about the contents of the window.
An element of a window that contains headings which, when clicked,
reveal a list of appropriate commands.
The menu bar may be at the top of the main display (OS X, some Linux
configurations) or at the top of the window (MS Windows, some Linux
configurations).
An element of the menu bar, revealed when a menu bar heading name
is clicked.
Tool bar
If a command is “dim,” it is not currently available for use.
Some commands control the status of a setting: if a checkmark or
bullet indicator is shown beside the command, the setting is enabled
and re-selecting the command will disable the setting.
If a command ends with an ellipsis (…) it will present a pop-up window;
the command will typically be issued when that window’s OK button
is clicked.
Many commands will also list a keyboard shortcut.
An element of a window that contains icons for commands. The tool
bar is typically near the top of the window, oriented horizontally.
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Status bar
Scroll bar
Resize corner
Button
Text box / Value box
Check box
Slider / Fader
Dial / Encoder
DescriptionElement
An element of the window that provides information regarding the
application status. The status bar is typically at the bottom of the
window, oriented horizontally.
A control within a window, typically along the right or bottom edge,
with a slider. The slider can be dragged to scroll the contents of the
window, or the arrows at either end can be clicked to advance the
slider.
A control within a window, typically at the bottom right corner, that can
be dragged to change the size of the window.
A control within a window which, when clicked, gives a command to
the application, toggles a setting, displays a pop-up window, or displays
a menu.
A control which, when clicked, takes ownership of the keyboard cursor
and thus allows typed data entry.
Some text boxes will accept text, while others accept only numeric
values. Some numeric text boxes have arrows which can also be used
to increment or decrement the value.
A control within a window which, when clicked, toggles an indicator.
The indicator is typically a checkmark, and indicates whether a feature
is enabled or disabled.
A control within a window which can be dragged to change the value
of the control. The horizontal or vertical position of the control
corresponds to its value.
A control within a window which can be dragged to change the value
of the control. The location of the control does not change; rather, its
orientation is changed.
A graphic representation of an application, file, or control.Icon
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The following conventions are used when referring to actions performed using the mouse:
Table 3. Mouse Action Conventions
ActionVerb [item on which to act]
Click [item]
Select / De-select [list-type item]
Select / Clear [toggle-type item]
Drag [item]
Right-drag [item]
Key name+drag [item]
(e.g. Ctrl+drag item)
Open [item]
Choose [menu > sub-menu > command]
Choose [tab > sub-tab > control]
Point the mouse cursor at the item and then click and release the left
(primary) mouse button.
Click using the right (context) mouse button.Right-click [item]
Click the item twice in rapid succession without moving the mouse.Double-click [item]
When referring to an item in a list, turn on the highlight (select) or turn
off highlighting (de-select) by clicking the item.
For some items you may multi-select by pressing a modifier key (Shift
or Cmd) while clicking.
When referring to an item that has a checkbox or bullet indicating status,
turn on the checkmark or bullet (select) or turn it off (clear) by clicking
the item.
Click on the item without releasing the mouse button, then move the
item to a new position or place.
Use the right mouse button for a right-drag.
If a key name is provided, hold that key down, then drag the item.
Double-click the folder, device, or application icon. This will “open” a
window showing files on the device or “run” the application.
Open a menu and select a command from the list of commands or
sub-menus.
Select a tab to open a page, then select a tab on the page to open a
sub-page, and then select a control on the page.
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The following conventions are used when referring to actions performed using the keyboard:
Table 4. Keyboard Action Conventions
ActionVerb [item on which to act]
Press and release the specified key.Press [key]
Tap [key]
Hold down the specified key during the command or action.Hold [key]
Type the specified textType [text]
Multi-select
Key name+key name
(e.g. Shift+X, Cmd+H)
(e.g. Ctrl+drag item)
Key name, key name
(e.g. Alt+F, G)
To select more than one item using the mouse by holding the Shift or
Cmd (OS X, some Linuxes) or Ctrl (MS Windows, some Linuxes) while
clicking the items.
Hold the specified modifier key(s) (Shift, Cmd, Ctrl, Alt, Fn, etceteras)
and tap the ordinary key (alphabetic, numeric, or function key).
Hold the specified modifier key(s), then drag the item.Key name+drag [item]
Tap the keys in sequence. For example, Alt+F, G indicates that one
should hold the Alt key and tap F, then release both keys and tap G.
The following typographical conventions are used to help differentiate different word meanings:
Table 5. Typographic Conventions
MeaningTypographic Style
No special meaning.Normal text
Important text.Emphasis
Strong emphasis
Data to be typed
Control Label
Menu > Sub-menu > Command
Filename
Document reference
Very important text.
Data to be typed on the keyboard.
Command or shortcut to be typed on the keyboard.‹ Key name+key name ›
The name of a control on the screen.
The “path” to select the specified command or control.
The name of a file.
The name of a document or part of a document. Often a reference to
a section
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The following symbols are used to identify important information:
Table 6. Symbol Conventions
MeaningSymbol
Note
Caution/Important
Tip
Warning
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About Meyer Sound
Since its founding, Meyer Sound has been devoted to meeting the needs of sound reinforcement
professionals with the finest products available, the industry’s most extensive and knowledgeable
customer support, and high-level technical education.
The 1970s saw sound equipment for live performance increase in power capability, but not in
reliability or fidelity. In 1979, John and Helen Meyer established Meyer Sound to create and
support high-quality products for sound reinforcement and recording, designed to meet the
real challenges faced by audio practitioners. Today, the company’s history shows a track record
of almost 30 years of innovation, quality, performance and support.
Meyer Sound has more than 250 employees at its Berkeley, California, headquarters and satellite
offices, including one of the largest engineering staffs (in proportion to company size) in the
audio industry. International sales and support are supplied by more than half a dozen offices
around the globe. The company works closely with professionals in all areas of sound
reinforcement, gathering information on customers’ needs and providing the tools, training,
technical support and information to enable the best experience possible for sound system
users and audiences alike. Meyer Sound products are manufactured entirely at its Berkeley
factory, where high technology is combined with hand craftwork. By performing core processes
in house, the company is able to exercise the control to insure its quality standards are met
and that each unit is exactly the same as the last.
John and Helen Meyer have been personally involved with the performing arts for years, which
has given them a feeling for the role of technology in the arts. Meyer Sound is often involved
directly with the performing arts at both corporate and individual levels, locally in Berkeley and
worldwide. This is one more way that the company stays in touch with the real reason for its
existence.
COMPASS
With all the features and power offered by Galileo® 616, giving the user a comprehensive,
intuitive way to control them is paramount. Meyer Sound’s Compass software fulfills this
requirement. Running under either the Macintosh or Windows operating system, Compass
provides a graphical user interface that is the result of years of experience optimizing complex
systems.
Compass’ Galileo Map lets users see signal flow at a glance. The unique filter display shows
and allows direct editing of the composite response created by the CP-10 and TruShaping®
filters. Filter parameters can be edited graphically or by direct text or numeric entry. Seeing the
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frequency shaping curve is not the full story, however, so Compass’ filter display also shows
the composite phase response.
A large library of presets is included for systems ranging from two small Meyer Sound
loudspeakers all the way up to complex, multi-zone systems built around M Series line array
products. No more building processing chains one block at a time; Galileo users can get right
to the starting line and make modifications as needed from there.
More information is available at http://www.meyersound.com.
You may also contact us directly:
+1 510 486.1166
+1 510 486.8356
info@meyersound.com
Technical Support
Web Site Support
The latest documentation, additional support files, and email support links are available on our
website, http://www.meyersound.com/616/support.htm.
Telephone Voice/Fax Support
Twenty-four hour telephone support is available by calling +1 510 486.0657.
For our North American customers, daytime telephone support is available during standard
business hours by calling +1 510 486.1166.
Our Berkeley offices are open Monday to Friday, 08:00 — 16:00 PST/PDT (GMT +8/+7).
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Before Using Technical Support
When contacting telephone support, please have the following information available. The quality
of the information you provide significantly affects our ability to provide you with timely and
comprehensive support answers. Having these details available will help us help you more
quickly and effectively.
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A precise description of the problem.
■
The components used in your Galileo system.
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The version of Compass used at your workstations.
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The operating system version you are using at your workstations.
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System Requirements
Compass is available for 32-bit versions of Mac OS X and Microsoft Windows operating systems.
Requirements vary dependent on the type of workstation used:
Mac OS X
Apple Macintosh computers are highly standardized. All default hardware configurations are
supported, provided they meet the following specification:
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OS X v10.4 “Tiger” with software updates, OS X v10.5 "Leopard", or subsequent OS X
releases.
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50 MB free drive space.
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DVD drive or Internet connection.
Microsoft Windows
Computers which use the Microsoft Windows operating system are highly variable in their
hardware configuration and subsequent capabilities. However, most brand name computers
should be compatible with Compass, provided they meet the following specifications:
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Microsoft Windows XP SP2 or later, or Windows Vista SP1 or later.
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Intel 2 GHz or faster processor.
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1 GB RAM.
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50 MB free drive space.
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32 MB DirectX 9.0 capable video card.
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10BASE-T or better Ethernet connection.
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CD drive or Internet connection.
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Installing Compass and Virtual Galileo
Compass is easily installed on your computer workstation.
Mac OS X
1. Insert the installation CD into the workstation DVD drive. When the CD icon appears on
the Desktop, open it.
OR
Download the Compass.zip and Virtual Galileo.zip files from the Meyer Sound web
site (http://www.meyersound.com/forms/compass/, or navigate to the Compass product
page and click Get Compass). Registration is required.
2. Copy or move the zip files to the Desktop. Open the zip files.
New folders named Compass and Virtual Galileo will appear on the Desktop.
3.
Drag the folders to the Applications folder.
If the Applications folder is not displayed, double-click the hard drive icon, normally in
the top right corner of the screen. The Finder will open a window. The Applications folder
is listed in the shortcuts bar, on the left (if the shortcut bar is not shown, select View >
Toolbar to restore it.)
4.
Select the Compass.zip and Virtual Galileo.zip files and drag them to the Trash icon
on the Dock.
To uninstall Compass and Virtual Galileo, simply delete the folder.
TIP: To avoid accidental loss of project files, save your projects to a different folder than
the one in which the software is installed.
Microsoft Windows
1. Insert the installation CD into the workstation CD or DVD drive. When the CD icon appears
on the Desktop, open it.
OR
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Download the Windows installers Compass.msi and Virtual Galileo.msi from the Meyer
Sound web site (http://www.meyersound.com/forms/compass/, or navigate to the Compass
product page and click Get Compass). Registration is required.
2.
For each .msi file in turn:
a.
Open the .msi file. The Windows Installer will be started automatically.
b. Follow the on-screen instructions to install Compass or Virtual Galileo.
When installation is complete the application will be shown on the Desktop and will
also be available in the C:\Program Files\Meyer Sound\Compass folder. This folder
also contains documentation and sample files.
3.
Select the Compass.msi and Virtual Galileo.msi files and drag them to the Recycle
Bin.
To uninstall the applications, run the installer a second time. You will be presented the option
to repair or remove the installation.
TIP: To avoid accidental loss of project files, save your projects to a different folder than
the one in which the software is installed.
Running Compass with Virtual Galileo
Virtual Galileo provides a software simulation of the Galileo 616 hardware. It allows you to be
productive when Galileo hardware is not available for your use; it also allows you to create new
projects without risking changes to a Galileo unit that is currently in use.
Virtual Galileo is available as both a built-in component of Compass and as a stand-alone
application. The former requires no special configuration. The latter allows you to also run the
Front Panel Emulator, which provides a visual simulation of the front of a Galileo 616 with
operative buttons, status lights, and LCD panel.
The Front Panel Emulator is a good way to become familiar with the physical Galileo unit without
the risk of changing the configuration of an installed unit and to see how changes made through
Compass are reflected in the status lights and LCD panel of the Galileo 616.
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The built-in Virtual Galileo can be used to simulate an arbitrary number of Galileo 616 units.
The stand-alone version provides only a single unit.
Using the Built-In Virtual Galileo for Stand-alone Development
Select this method when you wish to work on a Galileo without having a working physical
connection to a real Galileo 616.
1.
Start Compass.
2.
Select the Galileos tab.
3.
Click Add Galileo. A settings window will be displayed.
Provide a nickname and/or tab name for the Virtual Galileo. The IP address will not be used
and can be left at its default value.
Click OK. A new Galileo will now listed in the main window.
4.
If you would like to see demonstration meters, click Meters.
5.
Click Use Virtual. The Status entry will change to Connected and the VIRTUAL button
will flash blue. A new Galileo tab will be added to the top of the window. The text “virtual”
will be shown above the Galileo tab name.
You may now use the Virtual Galileo device as if it were a real Galileo 616 unit, though without
audio signal.
IMPORTANT: When you disconnect the Virtual Galileo all settings will be lost. If you
want to save your configuration and channel settings, capture a snapshot and save the
project before disconnecting!
Using the Built-In Virtual Galileo to Substitute for an Existing Galileo 616
Select this method when you are connected to a real Galileo 616, but wish to modify a
configuration without changing the settings of the real unit while you do your work. You will not
be able to audition sound, but can quickly switch to the real hardware when you wish to do so.
1.
Start Compass.
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2.
Select the Galileos tab.
3.
If the Galileo 616 is connected, click Disconnect.
4.
Click Use Virtual. The Status entry will change to Connected and the VIRTUAL button
will flash blue. A new Galileo tab will be added to the top of the window. The text “virtual”
will be shown above the Galileo tab name.
The Virtual Galileo will now perform in place of the Galileo 616 unit.
IMPORTANT: When you disconnect the Virtual Galileo all settings will be lost. If you
want to save your configuration and channel settings, capture a snapshot and save the
project before disconnecting!
Using the Stand-Alone Virtual Galileo
Select this method when you want to use the Front Panel Emulator to fully simulate a working
Galileo environment. This is particularly useful when learning to use Compass.
1.
Start Virtual Galileo.
If you wish to see simulated meter traffic:
a. Click the picture of the Galileo to expand the window, displaying a set of window tabs.
b.
Select the Galileo Engine tab.
c.
Enable Generate simulated meter traffic (demo mode). A warning will be displayed;
click Yes.
2.
Start the Front Panel Emulator.
3.
Start Compass.
4.
Select the Galileos tab.
5.
Click Find Galileos. Within a few seconds, a list of connected Galileos will be displayed.
6.
Identify the IP address that corresponds to your workstation and click Connect. The Status
entry will change to Connected. A new Galileo tab will be added to the top of the window.
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Running Compass with Galileo
Although you may be able to design an entire project without making use of physical Galileo
616 hardware, at some point you’ll want to audition the sound, upload snapshots to the Galileo,
and monitor the system. Provided your network is functional, connecting your workstation to
Galileo units is simple.
Network Connections
In brief, you can connect your workstation directly to a single Galileo 616 unit, or connect your
workstation and multiple Galileo 616 units to a network switch or router.
Many modern computers support a network standard named Auto-MDIX which allows you to
connect the workstation computer directly to the Galileo without an intervening network switch
or router. With these computers, you need only plug a standard Cat-5e Ethernet cable into the
workstation and Galileo Ethernet connector. Computers that do not support Auto-MDIX may
still be directly connected to a Galileo through the use of an Ethernet crossover cable.
Adding Galileo 616 Units to Compass
Running Compass with Galileo 616 units is as easy as using the Virtual Galileo simulator:
Auto-discovery Connection of Galileo 616 Units
Select this method when the workstation computer connects to the Galileo 616 unit(s) through
its primary Ethernet port.
1.
Start Compass.
2.
Select the Galileos tab.
3.
Click Find Galileos. Within a few seconds a list of Galileos available through the network
will be displayed.
If no Galileos are discovered you may need to choose a manual configuration as described
below.
Discovery and connection can be configured to take place when Compass starts up. See
Startup Galileo Discovery and Connection Options (p. 75).
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Manual Connection of Galileo 616 Units
Select this method if auto-discovery fails to detect your Galileo 616 units or if the workstation
computer is using a secondary Ethernet port to connect to the Galileo network.
Prerequisite: using the front panel controls of the Galileo 616 units, record the IP address of
each unit. See the Galileo Hardware Reference Manual for details.
1.
Start Compass.
2.
Select the Galileos tab.
3. For each Galileo in the network:
a.
Click Add Galileo. A settings window will be displayed.
b.
Provide the IP Address for the Galileo unit. If you also provide a Galileo Nickname
and/or Tab Name, the Galileo will be renamed; if you leave these fields blank, Compass
will retrieve the name from the Galileo 616 unit.
c.
Click OK. The Galileo 616 unit will now listed in the main window.
d.
If necessary, click Refresh to detect the Galileo connection.
You may now click Connect to establish a links to the Galileos.
Troubleshooting Galileo 616 Connections
Compass communicates with Galileo 616 units using TCP/IP ports 15001 and 15002. If you
have enabled a firewall or other access-restriction software on your workstation, or are connected
to the network using a router or switch, you may need to configure their security settings to
permit use of these ports. In addition, permitting access to port 8000 on the Galileo 616 units
will allow web access to the Galileo log files.
Compass auto-detection of connected Galileo 616 units is restricted to the primary Ethernet
port. If connections are made through alternate ports, connections must be configured manually.
The workstation operating system may also need to be manually configured to enable the
alternate Ethernet port.
If connecting directly to a Galileo 616 unit, your workstation may require the use of a crossover
Ethernet cable.
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A full discussion of networking issues is beyond the scope of this manual. If you encounter
problems with connecting your workstation computer to a Galileo system, please refer to the
Galileo Hardware Reference Manual for details, consult your local hardware installation technician,
or contact Meyer Sound technical support.
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CHAPTER 2: COMPASS OVERVIEW
In this chapter you will learn how more about the types of tools Compass provides you, as well
as gain some insight into the relationship between Compass and Galileo.
Compass Capabilities
Compass provides comprehensive control of the Galileo 616 through a graphical user interface
running on a remote computer.
Compass is the primary method of operating the Galileo loudspeaker management system.
The software enables easy access to all Galileo features and even provides control of multiple
units. Compass includes a context help system, full copy and paste of all settings and groups
of settings, and multiple levels of undo. The tabbed interface can be scaled to any display
resolution and the colors can be configured for either day or night. Windows and Mac OS X
versions have the same user interface so that switching between platforms is completely
transparent.
A sophisticated channel linking system allows multiple input and outputs, even on multiple
Galileo 616s, to be linked so that parameter changes can be applied to all linked channels.
Relative gain mode allows gain changes to linked channels while retaining gain differences
between linked channels.
The EQ Plotter window includes an overlay display of the applied CP-10 and TruShaping
equalization, for both amplitude and phase, in a single editable window. Equalization parameters
can be edited directly by simply dragging EQ points in the display, or by entering values
numerically for greater precision.
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Compass Controls
Figure 2.1. Illustrated User Interface Element Names
On each Compass page are controls for setting values; selecting, isolating, and link grouping
channels; enabling or bypassing parts of the signal path; selecting a page or sub-page of
controls; adjusting the display of components; saving snapshots and projects; and so on.
Some pages appear to be very complex, but as with physical consoles there is a large duplication
of controls, each specific to a channel or band. Color is used to indicate the status or setting
of controls, and many controls are likely to be familiar to you already, either as parts of a
traditional console or as a variation of a common graphic interface control.
The following sections discuss the major controls in more detail:
Using Tabs
Compass organizes its controls on “pages,” which are selected by
choosing a “tab.” Visually, these tabs look similar to the tabs used
in binders and books: an extra bit of the page that sticks out beyond the normal page edge,
with a label. Selecting the tab displays the page.
When a tab is clicked the page is changed immediately after the mouse button is released. If
you move the mouse off the toggle button, the action is canceled.
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Some pages have tabs within the page itself, providing access to a series of sub-pages that
further organize controls. On the Input Processing and Output Processing pages these tabs
can be hidden or the sub-pages collapsed, freeing up additional space for the plot curve display.
The color of the tab indicates the network status of the Galileo unit. Working Galileos have a
blue tab; disconnected Galileos have a red tab. If there are network communication errors, the
tab will turn yellow and, if the network is in a stall condition, magenta.
Throughout this guide the selection of tabs is indicated as a sequence: Compass > Compass
Preferences indicates that the Compass tab should be selected, followed by the Compass
Preferences tab. This convention is sometimes extended to include the name of a specific
control or group of controls within the page.
When directing you to a page that is specific to a particular Galileo unit the name of the unit is
not included: for instance, the [Galileo Unit] > Input Processing > Parametric EQ page is a
sub-page of a specific Galileo, but this manual cannot know in advance what name you have
given the Galileo: you will need to click the name of that Galileo before clicking the Input
Processing tab.
Using Value Boxes
Value boxes provide a place to type a name or number to set a value.
Visually, the value box is presented as a raised box containing the name or
value of the setting. Clicking in the box places the text input cursor — a
blinking vertical bar — in the box.
With the default setting of Compass > Compass Preferences > User
Interface Display and Control Options > Select All Text When Entering
Text Field, the value is automatically selected: typing will immediately replace the value. If this
setting is cleared, typing will be inserted at the cursor.
Pressing ‹ Enter › or ‹ Return › sets the new value. If ‹ Esc › is pressed instead, the original value
is restored. You can also use ‹ Cmd+Z › to undo changes.
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Using Buttons
Buttons perform an action when pressed, perhaps selecting a
channel, toggling a function, or displaying a new page. Visually,
the buttons look like traditional on-screen buttons.
Buttons almost always have a label (unassigned Link buttons
are the notable exception); this label may change to indicate the status of the underlying function:
clicking a “Bypassed” button will change it to “Enabled,” for instance. Also of note, the Galileo
Map page has processing buttons that display a miniaturized version of the EQ plot: clicking
the button takes you to the appropriate processing page.
When a button is clicked the action is performed immediately after the mouse button is released.
If you move the mouse off the button, the action is canceled: the click and release must occur
on the button for the action to take place.
Using Toggles
Toggles are a type of button, choosing an “on” or “off” setting for
a preference. Visually, toggles look like back-lit mechanical
switches, glowing when the toggle is “on.”
When a toggle is clicked the setting is changed immediately after
the mouse button is released. If you move the mouse off the toggle
button, the action is canceled.
Using Selectors
Two types of selectors are used in Compass. The first is a “option
selector” which acts like the buttons on a automobile radio: only one
station can be active at a time. The second is a “drop down” selector
which acts like a menu: clicking the button displays a list of choices,
one of which can be selected.
Visually, the option selector looks like a round button which glows
when selected. The drop-down selector looks like a button, labeled
with the active setting, and has an arrow at the right end indicating other choices are available
for selection.
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