Solid State Logic AWS DELTA 916, AWS DELTA 924, AWS DELTA 948, AWS Delta Series Owner's Manual

AWS δelta

Solid State Logic

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OWNER’S MANUAL

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Initial release (A) October 2010

Inclusion of AWS 916 (C)

AWS δelta Manual (D) March 2015

AWS δelta 948 stereo chanel (E)

As research and development is a continual process, Solid State Logic reserves the right

to change the features and specifications described herein without notice or obligation.

E&OE

Introduction

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

This section contains definitions, warnings, and practical information necessary to ensure a safe working environment. Please take time to read this section before installing or using your AWS δelta. Please do not dispose of these instructions.

GRAPHIC SYMBOLS

The following symbols may be used in this section and elsewhere in this manual:

eneral Hazard (refer to User or Service Instructions for details)

Electrical Hazard

GENERAL SAFETY

• Read these instructions.

• Keep these instructions.

• Heed all warnings.

• Follow all instructions.

• Do not use this apparatus near water.

• Do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

• Clean only with dry cloth.

• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

• Ensure that this apparatus is positioned on a secure level surface.

• Ensure that no strain is placed on the cables connecting to this apparatus. Ensure also that such cables are not placed where they can be stepped on, pinched, pulled or tripped over in any way.

• Refer all servicing to qualified 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.

• Adjustments or alterations to this apparatus may affect the performance such that safety and/or international compliance standards may no longer be met.

• This apparatus is equipped with a headphone socket – excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.

• This apparatus is designed for use solely by engineers and competent operators skilled in the use of professional audio equipment.

CAUTION

The AWS δelta console is too heavy for one person to lift. If covers or panels are removed for any reason, sharp edges may be present on exposed metalwork.

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

To reduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any servicing unless you are qualified to do so.

To reduce the risk of fire replace internal fuses only with ones of identical type and rating.

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POWER SAFETY

• This apparatus includes a universal power supply approved and certified for operation in this apparatus.

An external disconnect device is required for this apparatus. The appliance coupler is a suitable disconnect device.

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• The appliance coupler shall remain readily operable.

• Use only the Solid State Logic provided power cords. Use of any other power cord is not covered by your warranty and may cause fire or explosion.

• The power cord must be earthed and precautions should be made so that the grounding is not defeated.

• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarised or grounding-type plugs fitted to the power cords. A polarised plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

• To ensure safe operation of this apparatus, connect only to an ac. power source that contains a protective earthing (PE) conductor. This apparatus is designed for connection to single phase supplies with the neutral conductor at earth potential – category TN or TT – and is fitted with a protective fuse in the live conductor only. This apparatus is not designed for use with live and neutral connections reversed or where the neutral conductor is not at earth potential (IT supplies). This apparatus should not be connected to a power system that switches open the return (neutral) lead when the return lead also functions as the protective earth (PE).

• An external over-current protection device is required to protect the wiring to this apparatus which must be installed according to current wiring regulations. In certain countries this function is supplied by use of a fused plug. In other cases a fused spur or circuit breaker should be used according to local practice.

The current requirement for this apparatus can be found in Appendix A of this manual.

• If an extension power cable or adaptor is used ensure that the total power rating of the power cable and/or adaptor is not exceeded.

• The power cord must be kept in good condition. If the cable shows any sign of damage or if either connector becomes loose, feels warm or appears discoloured then the power cord assembly should be replaced.

• Unplug this apparatus during an electrical storm or when unused for long periods of time.

• Do not operate this apparatus whilst it is covered or boxed in any way.

• To reduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any servicing unless you are qualified to do so.

• Disconnect the power cord before removing any panels. The power switch alone does not provide adequate isolation for service access.

• Do not permit anyone to remove panels or covers from this apparatus other than qualified service personnel.

• Do not permit anyone other than qualified service personnel to operate this apparatus unless all panels and covers are in place.

When installing or servicing any item of SSL equipment with power applied, when cover panels are removed:

HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS CAN EXIST

These hazards include: • High energy stored in capacitors

• High currents available from DC power busses

• Hot component surfaces

• High voltages

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FCC NOTICE

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 used in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy

nd, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio

a 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.

STANDARDS CONFORMANCE

This apparatus fully conforms with the current protection requirements of the European community council directives on EMC and LVD.

DISPOSAL OF WEEE BY USERS IN THE EUROPEAN UNION

The symbol shown here is on the product or on its packaging, which indicates that this product must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, it is the user’s responsibility to dispose of their waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product.

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MANUAL CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

Important Information III

General Safety III

aution III

C Power Safety IV

Manual Contents VII

Reading this Manual XIV

Introduction to the AWS XIV

Contacting Solid State Logic XV

Manual Index XVI

Contents

SECTION 1: INSTALLATION & SETUP

Pre-Installation Requirements 1-1

Console Control Surface 1-1 Air Conditioning 1-1 Cable Ducting 1-1 Grounding 1-1 Unpacking the Console 1-3 Attaching the Legs 1-3 Removing the Trim 1-3

Studio Integration 1-5

Audio Connections 1-5 Connecting a Patchbay 1-5 Patchbay Guidelines 1-6

Connecting your DAW 1-7

Overview 1-7 Installing the ipMIDI driver and AWS Remote 1-7 Make and Configure the Network Connection 1-8 Network Connection using DHCP 1-11 Enabling ipMIDI on your AWS 1-12 Setting Your Workstation(s) to Communicate via ipMIDI 1-13 Pro Tools 1-14 Network Troubleshooting 1-15 Larger Networks 1-16 Assigning the AWS IP Address 1-17 Using Physical MIDI Ports to Connect your DAW 1-18 Other Connections 1-18

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SECTION 2A: AWS 916-924 TUTORIAL

Studio Configurations 2a-1 Focus Modes 2a-2

Channel Strip 2a-3

Input configuration 2a-3 Signal Processing 2a-3 Routing 2a-3 Panning, Width and Balance 2a-4 Level, cuts and solos 2a-4

Centre Section 2a-5

Adjusting the Mix and Record busses 2a-5 Creating a Monitor Mix 2a-5 Creating Foldback Mixes 2a-5 Using the FX Returns 2a-5 Using Talkback 2a-5 ‘In-line’ Recording 2a-5

SECTION 2B: AWS 948 TUTORIAL

Focus Modes 2b-1

Channel Modes 2b-3

Basic Tracking Configuration 2b-4 Analogue-style In-Line Tracking Configuration 2b-5 Mixing Configurations 2b-6 Mode Selection 2b-8

Channel Strip 2b-9

Input configuration 2b-9 Signal Processing 2b-9 Routing 2b-9 Panning, Width and Balance 2b-10 Channel level, cut and solo 2b-10

Centre Section 2b-11

Adjusting the Mix and Record busses 2b-11 Creating a Monitor Mix 2b-11 Creating Foldback Mixes 2b-11 Using the FX Returns 2b-11 Using Talkback 2b-11

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SECTION 3: ANALOGUE OPERATIONS

Introduction 3-1

Focus Modes 3-1

he TFT Screen 3-2

Channel Modes (948 only) 3-3

Channel Configuration (AWS 948 only) 3-4

Channel Strip 3-7

Overview 3-7 Input configuration 3-8 Channel Meters 3-8 Dynamics 3-8 Filter 3-9 Equalizer 3-9 Insert Point 3-10 Signal Processing Order 3-10 Cue, FX and EFX Sends 3-11 Direct Output 3-12 Track Bus Routing 3-12 REC and MIX Bus Routing 3-13 Panning, Width and Balance 3-13 Scribble Strips 3-14 Channel Selection 3-14 Cut and Solo Switches 3-14 Level Control 3-15

Contents

Centre Section 3-17

Introduction 3-17 Function Keys 3-17 Monitoring 3-18 SOLO Configuration 3-22 Mix and Rec Bus Controls 3-23 Dynamics Operation 3-24 Track Bus Master Controls 3-25 Cue/FX Send Master Controls 3-25 Foldback Headphone Outputs 3-26 Stereo FX Returns 3-26 Oscillator 3-28 Centre Section Metering 3-29 Console Setup Menu 3-30

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SECTION 4: DAW CONTROL

Introduction 4-1

Focus Modes 4-2

Configuring DAW Layers 4-3

DAW Layers 4-3

Communication with your DAW 4-4

HUI and MCU common Features 4-7

V-Pots 4-7

The Master Control Panel 4-6

Pro Tools HUI Control Guide 4-7

Channel Functions 4-9

Channel Solo and Cut Tile 4-10

Channel SEL Button – Track Arming/Edit/Select 4-11

Record Ready Mode 4-11

Edit Mode 4-11 Select Mode 4-12

Working with the Channel V-pots 4-12

Setting Sends Pre/Post Fader 4-13 Muting a Send Output 4-13 Flipping Send Levels to the Faders 4-13

Input, Output and Send Routing 4-14

Motion Control Panel 4-15

HUI Plug-in Control 4-19

Plug-In Editor 4-19 Plug-In Display Modes 4-20 Editing Plug-In Parameters (Parameter Mode) 4-21

Additional HUI Displays 4-23

Timecode/Bars & Beats/Samples Display 4-23 DAW Status Display 4-23 Soft Key Display 4-23

HUI Automation 4-27

MCU (Mackie Control) Emulation 4-29

Mackie Control Emulation Advantages 4-29

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SECTION 5: PROJECTS AND THE REMOTE BROWSER

Introduction 5-1

Working with Projects and Titles 5-1

WS Remote 5-1

A MIDI SysEx data 5-1

Connecting the Remote to the Console 5-3

The Projects Tab 5-5

Copying Titles, Total Recall and Mix data between Projects 5-6 Renaming Projects, Titles, Mixes or Total Recall Setups 5-6 Backing up a Project 5-6 Restoring a Project 5-6

The Mixes Tab 5-7

The Total Recall Tab 5-9

The Channels Tab 5-11

Contents

The Externals Tab 5-13

The About Tab 5-15

SECTION 6: TOTAL RECALL

Overview 6-1

Accessing Total Recall 6-1

Selecting TR Setups 6-3

Changing the selected setup 6-3

Matching the Console to the TR 6-5

Display Overview 6-5 The Channel Display 6-6 Centre section displays 6-7

Additional TR Functions 6-9

Storing setups 6-9 Deleting Setups 6-9 Restoring Legacy MIDI Setups from a Mac or PC 6-9

Total Recall via Logictivity 6-11

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SECTION 7: AUTOMATION

δ-CONTROL AUTOMATION

Overview 7-1

he δ-Control Advantage 7-1

T Console Basics 7-2

δ-Control basics 7-3

The δ-Ctrl GUI 7-4 Mix Setup Workflow 7-5 Mix Set Up 7-6 Writing Fader Mix data 7-6 Coalescing Trim Automation 7-9 Fader Links 7-9 Switch Automation 7-9 Write to Start, End or All 7-11

Legacy Console Automation

Activating the Automation System 7-18 List Mix Menu 7-18 Creating A New Mix Pass 7-19 Discard 7-22 Updating a Mix Pass 7-22 Cut Automation 7-23 Summary of fader status and FSM functions: 7-25 Trim 7-26 TLock 7-27 Motors Off 7-27 Snap Mode 7-28 AutoTakeover 7-28 Copy and Swap 7-28 Deleting Mix Passes from the Console 7-28

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APPENDICES

A Specifications A-1

B Connector Details A-3

C Connector Pinouts A-5

D Environmental Specification A-7

E MIDI Implementation Chart A-9

F Service & Warranty Information A-11

Introduction A-11

G Troubleshooting A-13

Introduction A-13 Locating Problems A-13 Audio Faults A-13 Control Faults A-14 Replacing Modules A-15 The Channel Strip (629921X1 / 629994X1 / X2) A-16 The Channel Fader (629924X1) A-17 The Channel Meter Panel (629923X1 / X2) A-18 Centre Section Cards A-19 Troubleshooting Chart – Channel bays A-20 Troubleshooting Chart – Centre section A-20

Contents

H Glossary Of Terms A-23

I Link Options A-25

J AFADA A-26

K Block Diagrams A-27

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READING THIS MANUAL

TRODUCTION TO THE SECTIONS

Following this section, there is a section describing the console’s installation and setup. The rest of the manual presumes

hat installation has been completed. Two tutorials follow next – one for the AWS δelta 916/924 and one for the AWS

δelta 948. There are then detailed descriptions of the analogue operations (Section 3), DAW operations (Section 4),

projects and the Remote (Section5), Total Recall (Section 6) and the automation system (Section 7).

MANUAL CONVENTIONS

Where channel quantities differ between the AWS δelta 924 and the AWS δelta 916, the value relating to the AWS δelta 916 will be appended in parentheses. eg. ‘24(16) inputs’

Where AWS δelta 916-924 and 948 descriptions differ, the 916-924 information will be detailed on the left and the 948 on the right.

AWS 9--

Model-specific descriptions are boxed by a thin blue line.

Labelling from the control surface, TFT screen or Remote Browser appear in Bold.

Notes, tips and other useful information is indicated like this.

INTRODUCTION TO THE AWS δELTA

Launched in 2004, the AWS (Analogue Workstation System) reinvented the professional production console by combining classic SSL Superanalogue™ console technology with comprehensive DAW control hardware in a single work surface. Approaching 1000 consoles later, the AWS is now used by leading international recording artists, producers and engineers and has shaped expectations for session workflow within today’s and indeed tomorrow’s production environments.

Designed for mid scale commercial recording and production facilities, the AWS

916), 24 input (AWS δelta 924) or 48 input (AWS δelta 948) variants within a compact 24 fader frame. Both models deliver

pristine SuperAnalogue™ mixing, 24(16) ultra-clean SSL SuperAnalogue mic pre’s, classic SSL dual curve EQ on every channel, two assignable SSL Dynamics, legendary Stereo Buss Compressor, TotalRecall™ and full 5.1 monitoring. In addition to on board classic SSL Automation, both models also feature the revolutionary new A-FADA mode where motorised analogue faders follow DAW Automation data.

AWS δelta 924 & 948 also feature Ethernet connectivity for streamlined hardware control of your Digital Audio Workstation, delivering elegant, ergonomic physical control over your entire studio environment with dedicated heavy duty DAW transport, V-Pot multifunction encoders with position indicating LED’s, Digital Scribble Strips, DAW fader mode, global and channel routing control and built-in TFT display for advanced plug-in editing. Project Session Management is kept simple through SSL’s proprietary Logictivity interface.

The AWS the benchmarks by which other manufacturers are measured. Exceptionally low THD, noise floor & crosstalk levels keep your audio absolutely pristine, while our legendary headroom carries every nuance of your audio and allows engineers to mix ‘hotter’ without distortion.

δelta is an SSL SuperAnalogue™ console, featuring the audio performance specifications that have established

δelta is available in 16 input (AWS δelta

While the AWS goes further than any other analogue console by integrating seamlessly into a DAW-based facility by incorporating handson control of important recording, routing, mixing, and editing functions in all major DAW applications including Pro Tools™, Nuendo™, Ableton Live, Sonar™ and many others.

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δelta offers a powerful large format analogue console feature set within a compact console design, it also

KEY FEATURES

• Combination of Superanalogue™ console and advanced DAW controller

• SSL SuperAnalogue™ mix bus provides pristine audio foundations

• SSL SuperAnalogue™ mic pre’s provide transparent record path

• Innovative Dual Path Channel with three versatile operating modes (948 only)

• 48 inputs on AWS 948:

- IN-LINE TRACKING = 1 mic + 1 monitor input per channel

- IN-LINE MIX = 2 x mono line inputs per channel

- STEREO MIX = 1 x stereo line input per channel

• Comprehensive metering of all inputs and outputs

• VU and Phase meter with source selector

• d-Ctrl DAW plug-in

• Versatile 4 band channel EQ, assignable Dynamics and SSL Master Bus Compressor

• 4-Band EQ design with independent E/G curve switching on selected bands

• 5.1 Surround monitoring and Monitor calibration including Bass management

• MIDI over Ethernet multi layer DAW workstation control

• Contigious Digital Scribble Strips for console and DAW data

• Elegant project setup via SSL Logictivity Remote Browser

• SSL’s unique trademarked Total Recall™ system with ‘TR Autoscan’

• Responsible ‘green’ manufacturing and reduced power consumption

• Compact 24 fader frame ideal for small control rooms

Introduction

AWS δelta 916

The most affordable price of entry in to the AWS range.

AWS 916 frames are fully wired so can be upgraded to AWS 924 specification at any time.

AWS δelta 924

The AWS 924 continues the classic design of the AWS 900.

AWS δelta 948

The AWS 948 maintains the same 24 fader footprint as the AWS 924 (and classic AWS 900) and achieves its 48 input count via a unique Dual Path Channel Strip design where each channel has a single Mic Amp and two line level inputs, a new Stereo EQ and Stereo Insert. This new channel enables three different operating modes: STEREO MIX, IN LINE MIX and IN-LINE TRACKING. These differing modes offer a wealth of workflow options that enhance today’s versatile production environments.

CONTACTING SOLID STATE LOGIC

If you cannot find the information you need on the pages of this manual, please see the AWS support pages at

http://www.solidstatelogic.com

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MANUAL INDEX

Ø switch 3-8 0dB Function key 3-17 1 / 2 switches 3-8 10db Function key 3-29 48V switch 3-8

0Hz Function Key 3-20

8 85dB Function Key 3-22

A2B Function Key 3-20 About tab (Remote) 5-15 AC Function Key 3-21 AFL Function Key 3-22 Air Conditioning 1-1 AL Function Key 3-21 ALF Function Key 3-21 ALL Function key 3-3, 3-17 ALS Function Key 3-21 ALT Function Key 3-22 ALT/EFX SEL 3-11, 3-12 Anl Function key 3-29 AR Function Key 3-21 ARS Function Key 3-21 Attaching the legs 1-3 Audio Connections 1-5 Auto Scan (TR) 6-5 AUTO-M 3-4 Automation (HUI) 4-29 Automation (console) 7-1 AutoTakeover (Automation) 7-14 AWS Remote 5-1

balance 3-13 BASS Function Key 3-20 Bass Management 3-20 BMA Function Key 3-20 BMB Function Key 3-20 BMN Function Key 3-20 bus inject 3-25

C-ST MONO 3-4, 3-5 Cable Ducting 1-1 CAL Function Key 3-21 Centre Section 3-17 CH PAN 3-4, 3-7

han (TR) 6-5

C Channel Banking 4-7

hannel Display 3-14

C Channel Fader (HUI) 4-11 Channel Modes (948) 2b-3, 3-3 Channel Output 3-12 Channel Selection 3-14 Channels tab (Remote) 5-11 Chinagraph 3-14 CHOP EFX 3-4, 3-11 CHOP PRE/EFX 3-11, 3-12 CmFb (TR) 6-5 Communications 3-27 Compressor 3-8, 3-23, 3-24 Connectors A-3 Console Setup Menu 3-30 CS (Automation) 7-14 Cubase 4-36 CUE A / B 3-11 CUE F-CH 3-4, 3-13 CUE ST pan pot 3-4, 3-13 Cue 3-11, 3-25 CUT (channel) 3-14 CUT (monitoring) 3-18 CUT (DAW) 4-12

D-Type A-3, A-5 DAW Connection 1-7 DAW Controller 4-1 Daw Function key 3-29 DAW Layers 4-3 DAW1 / 2 Function keys 4-3 DF 1 / 2 (A-FADA) Function keys 4-5 Digital Displays 4-13 Digital Performer 4-42 DIM switch 3-18 DIN 5-Pin A-3 Direct Output 3-12 DIRECT PRE/EFX 3-11, 3-12 Downloads 5-15 DOWNMIX 3-18 Dynamics 3-8, 3-24 DynB (TR) 6-5

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EFX 3-11, 3-12 EFXC Function key 3-11, 3-17 EFX CHOP 3-4, 3-7 EQ IN switch 3-9 Equalizer 3-9

thernet 1-8

E Execute (Automation) 7-7

XT A / B 3-19

E EXT T/B button 3-27 External Source Selectors 3-19 External sources 5-13 Externals tab (Remote) 5-13

Fader Links 7-16 fader 3-15, 3-23 FAQ’s 5-15 faults A-13 Filter 3-9 FLIP switch 3-6 Focus Modes 3-1, 4-2 Foldback 3-26 FSM 7-10, 7-12 Function Keys 3-17 FX busses 3-11, 3-25 FX Returns 3-26

G-EQ switch 3-9 Grounding 1-1

Headphones 3-26 HLD Function key 3-29 HPF pot 3-9 HUI 4-9

Input configuration 3-8 INS Function Key 3-19 insert (channel) 3-10 INST switch 3-8 Installation 1-1 IP address 1-19 IP switch 3-8 ipMIDI 1-7, 1-12 ISO Function Key 3-22

Join (Automation) 7-8

layers (DAW) 4-3 LF0 Function Key 3-20 LFG Function Key 3-21 LINE pot 3-8 LNSL Function key 3-17

ogic 4-34

L Logic Handshaking 4-3 LØ switch 3-8 LRA Function Key 3-19 LS SELECT buttons 3-18

M-CHOP PRE 3-4, 3-7 Maintenance A-i Master Control Panel (DAW) 4-8, 4-33 Master Fader 3-23 MCU 4-32 Metering (Centre Section) 3-29 meters (channel) 3-6 METERS Function keys 3-29 MIC pot 3-8 MIDI SysEx 5-1, 7-20 MIDI 1-7, 1-20, A-9 MISC Function key 4-3, 4-5, 7-15 MISC LEVELS switches 3-18 Mix bus 3-13, 3-23 Mix Enabled (Automation) 7-4 Mixes tab (Remote) 5-7, 7-5 Modifier Buttons (HUI) 4-10 Moff (Automation) 7-13 MOM Function Key 3-22 MON INS 3-4,3-7 MON PAN 3-4, 3-7 MON SRC buttons 3-18 Monitor Calibration 3-21 MONITOR LEVEL pot 3-18 MONITOR MUTE/SOLO buttons 3-18 Monitor Options Function Keys 3-19 Monitoring 3-18 Motion Control Panel 4-17

Navigation Mode (HUI) 4-20 network 1-8 Nuendo 4-37

OP switch 3-8 OSC ON 3-21, 3-28 Oscillator 3-28

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PAD switch 3-8 PAN switch 3-12 pan 3-13 Patchbay 1-5 PFL Function Key 3-22

FM Function Key 3-19

P phantom power 3-8

HONES buttons 3-18

P PINK ON button 3-21, 3-28 PK Function key 3-29 Plug-In Editor (HUI) 4-21 POST switch 3-11 Power Supply Indicators 3-17 PRE switch 3-12 Pre-Installation Requirements 1-1 Projects 5-1, 5-5 Protection (Automation) 7-10

REC/MIX LED 3-11 Record bus 3-13, 3-23 RED LIGHT 3-27 Registration 5-15 Remote Browser 5-1 Remote 1-7 Removing the trim 1-3 RETURN switch 3-3 Revise (Automation) 7-8 RØ switch 3-8

S-CUE 3-4 Scan (TR) 6-5 screen 3-2 Scribble Strip 3-14, 4-13 SEL button 3-14, 4-14 Service & Warranty A-11 SET Function key 3-3, 3-15 setup menu 3-31 Shuttle/Scrub Wheel 4-20 SIF Function Key 3-22 Signal Processing Order 3-10 SLATE button 3-27 SLNK Function key 7-19 Snap (Automation) 7-15 Snap Function Key 4-5 SOLO (monitoring) 3-18 SOLO CLEAR button 3-18 SOLO Configuration 3-22 Solo switch 3-14, 4-13 Sonar 4-39

Specifications A-1, A-7 SRA Function Key 3-19 ST Function key 3-3, 3-17 stereo cue 3-9, 3-25 stereo FX Returns 3-24 StRt (TR) 6-5 Studio Integration 1-5

UM Function Key 3-19

S Support 5-17

ysEx 5-1, 7-20

talkback 3-27 TB ALL 3-27 TB to Foldback pot 3-27 TFT screen 3-2 Thermal Considerations 1-1 Titles 5-1 TLock (Automation) 7-13 Total Recall 6-1 Total Recall tab (Remote) 5-9, 6-11 TR (Total Recall) 5-9, 6-1 track busses 3-12, 3-25 Trim (Automation) 7-12 TRK Function key 3-3, 3-17 Troubleshooting A-13 Two DAW Layers 4-3

Unpacking The Console 1-3 Utility Buttons (HUI) 4-9

V-Pots 3-15, 4-8, 4-13, 4-15 VU Function key 3-29

Warranty A-11 width (pan) 3-13 Window Buttons (HUI) 4-9

Zoom Mode (HUI) 4-19

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OWNER’S MANUAL

SECTION 1

NSTALLATION & SETUP

AWS Installation

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SECTION CONTENTS

Pre-Installation Requirements 1-1

Console Control Surface 1-1

Power Connections 1-1 Service Access 1-1

hermal Considerations 1-1

ir Conditioning 1-1

able Ducting 1-1

C Grounding 1-1 Unpacking the Console 1-3 Attaching the Legs 1-3 Removing the Trim 1-3

Front Buffer 1-3 End Trim 1-3 Top Trim 1-3

Studio Integration 1-5

Audio Connections 1-5 Connecting a Patchbay 1-5

AWS δelta 916-924 Patchbay Layout Example: 1-5

Patchbay Guidelines 1-6

Instrument Inputs (916 and 924 Only) 1-6 Mic Inputs 1-6

AWS Installation

Connecting your DAW 1-7

Overview 1-7 Installing the ipMIDI driver and AWS Remote 1-7

Software Installation (Macintosh) 1-7 Software Installation (PC) 1-8

Make and Configure the Network Connection 1-8

Direct Network Connection (Macintosh) 1-8 Direct Network Connection (PC) 1-10

Network Connection using DHCP 1-11

DHCP Settings (Mackintosh) 1-11 DHCP Settings (Windows) 1-11

Enabling ipMIDI on your AWS 1-12

Finding the Console on the AWS Remote Application 1-12

Setting Your Workstation(s) to Communicate via ipMIDI 1-13 Pro Tools 1-14 Network Troubleshooting 1-15 Larger Networks 1-16 Assigning the AWS IP Address 1-17

Using DHCP 1-17 Changing the Static IP Address 1-17

Using Physical MIDI Ports to Connect your DAW 1-18 Other Connections 1-18

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INSTALLATION

PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Pre Installation

NSOLE

The AWS δelta console is a self contained system; there are no remote power supplies or I/O racks. The frame is not

itted with cooling fans.

See the appendices for the console footprint diagram.

NTROL

RFACE

POWER CONNECTIONS

The console is fitted with auto-sensing power supplies which will function at any voltage from 100 to 230 volts ±10% without adjustment.

Three IEC mains power-leads are supplied: one with a UK 3-pin fused plug fitted, one with US-style 3-pin mains plug fitted and one with a european 3-pin plug. Please select the appropriate lead for the local power outlets.

SERVICE ACCESS

Access to all electronic assemblies within the frame is from the front of the console. Note however, that each of the console’s modules is retained by a screw through its rear panel. It is necessary therefore, to have access to the rear of the console.

THERMAL CONSIDERATIONS

The console is cooled by convection from the front inlet (in the knee panels) to the exit at the top of the rear panels. It is very important that these ventilation grills are not obstructed in any way.

The heatsink fins on the console rear panels can reach temperatures of approximately 30 degrees Celsius above the

ambient room temperature.

AIR CONDITIONING

It is unlikely that additional air conditioning will be required after installing your AWS δelta (maximum dissipation of 430W for AWS 916, 550W for the AWS 924 and 650W for the AWS 948). It is possible however, that when all the studio equipment is taken into consideration, particularly if additional lighting is being installed, the combined heat output could be sufficient to cause the temperature to rise to uncomfortable levels. The appendix section contains environmental specifications for SSL equipment.

CABLE DUCTING

Cable ducting may be required between the console and any outboard racks and the recording areas. If a full remote patchbay is being provided then the ducting will need to be sufficiently large enough to accommodate 24-circuit multicore cables – typically 10 cables for the AWS δelta 916, 12 for the ‘924 and 16 for the ‘948.

GROUNDING

A standard system should not require any additional grounding over and above that provided by a correctly installed mains supply. The console’s chassis is permanently bonded to mains earth.

The mains input ground wire MUST be connected to the supply earth.

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Pre Installation

UNPACKING THE CONSOLE

The AWS consoles are supplied in a wooden crate without the legs fitted. The legs, manuals and anciliaries are located in a tray at the base of the crate.

The weight of the console is approximately 100kg. It is recommended that at least four people are available before

attempting to manoeuvre the console.

Using a large screwdriver or pry-bar carefully open the crate containing the console. The crate is not designed to be reusable so does not have to be removed intact. Once the top and sides of the crate have been removed there will be sufficient space for four people to lift the console clear from the base.

The console is shipped with its trim already fitted, avoid using any of the trim as a lifting point. Do not lift the front of the

console by using the buffer alone.

ATTACHING THE LEGS

Again, it is recommended that four people are available to perform this operation.

The bolts required to attach the legs can be found in the ancillaries bag in the base of the transit crate. A 6mm hex-key is provided to secure the leg bolts.

• The console should first be rolled onto its back. Ensure that ample padding is provided – such as blankets or bubblewrap – to support the rear panels (the PSU heatsink fins protrude from the rear of the console, and care must be taken not to damage them).

• Position the legs on the console beam and attach the M10 bolts using the 6mm hex-key supplied. There are four bolts per leg.

• Using four people, the console may now be tipped forward onto its feet. Once the console is in position, a limited amount of adjustment is available to compensate for an uneven floor. Do not unscrew the feet inserts by more than about 15mm.

REMOVING THE TRIM

If it is necessary to remove the trim panels – to adjoin existing furniture – then please refer to the following information and the illustration shown on the facing page.

Note that it is not necessary to remove any of the audio modules to gain access to the trim fixing screws.

FRONT BUFFER

The front buffer [1] is secured by nine pan-head screws – five in the front beam and two in each end trim. These are all visible from beneath the buffer.

END TRIM

Each of the end trims [2] is secured by four countersunk Posi-head screws through the profile (one is located in the kneepanel area, two more are found either side of the main beam and the fourth is located on the bottom corner of the outside profile), as well as two pan-head screws through the front buffer (visible from beneath the buffer).

TOP TRIM

The top trim [3] is clipped over the front of the meter panels and secured onto the back panels by four M3 screws.

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EXT A1 EXT A2

EXT A3 EXT A4

METER

OUT

EXT B

1 - 4

SEND - MON - RET

INSERT

MIC

INST

LINE

SEND

RTN

DIR

T/BACK

MIC OUT

LISTEN

MIC OUT

T/BACK

MIC IN

LISTEN

MIC IN

MINI

OSC

OUT

MON B MON A

SEND

LEFT

RETURN

LEFT

SEND

RIGHT

RETURN

RIGHT

LEFT

OUT

RIGHT

OUT

MIX OUTPUT

SEND

LEFT

RETURN

LEFT

SEND

RIGHT

RETURN

RIGHT

LEFT

OUT

RIGHT

OUT

REC OUTPUT

ECHO

RTN 1L

ECHO

RTN 1R

FX1

OUT

KEY

FB AL

OUT

FB AR

OUT

ECHO

RTN 2L

ECHO

RTN 2R

FX2

OUT

KEY

FB BL

OUT

FB BR

OUT

ECHO

RTN 3L

ECHO

RTN 3R

FX3

OUT

ECHO

RTN 4L

ECHO

RTN 4R

FX4

OUT

8 TRACK

BUS OUT

CUE/FX

BUS OUT

RED LIGHT / TALKBACK / GP I/O

CUE BUS INJECTS

MIC GAIN

DESK

EXT TB

L INSERT R

MIC

SEND

RTN

VIDEO

OUT

NETWORK SERIAL 2

(DIAGNOSTICS)

SERIAL 1

(X-RACK)

RESET SD-CARD

FOOTSWITCH

MIDI 1

IN OUT

MIDI 2

IN OUT

MIDI 3

IN OUT

MIDI 4

IN OUT

MIDI 5

IN OUT

MIDI 6

IN OUT

L CH OUT R

LINE L /MON

LINE R

(948)

Stereo

Channels

Mono

Channels

(916 and 924)

Processor Interface and MIDI

Master Section

GP IO

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AWS 924 Patch layout proposal

Standard Configuration

924 0.1

Solid State Logic

SOUND V SI ION

Notes:

1. Patchrow AB is isolated

2. D31 is linked to C33, 35, 37, 39

3. D32 is linked to C34, 36, 38, 40

4. J31 is linked to J32

5. Links at G33–36, G37–40, J33–36,  J37–40, K33–36, K37–40,

Normalling Information: Fully normalled: AB 1–24, JK 29 No normalling: AB 25–48, GH 33–40, JK 33–40 All other jacks are half-normalled

1234

X IN

UE A

UE B FX SENDS

1234L RLR

CHO RETURN IN

1L 1R 2L 2R 3L 3R 4L 4R

X OUT

L1R2L2R3L3R4L4R

1L 1R 2L 2R 3L 3R 4L 4R

XT B IN

TEREO REPLAY

INSERT

OUTPUT

LRL

ETURN

INSERT

OUTPUT

ETURN

IST IN

IX DISTRIBUTION OUT

LRL RL RL R

1L 1R 2L 2R 3L 3R 4L 4R

TK RECORDER IN

RACK BUS OUT

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LRCLFELSRS

XT A 6TK 3

LRCLFELSRS

XT A 6TK 2

LRCLFELSRS

XT A 6TK 1

LRCLFELSRS

LRCLFELSRSLRCLFELSRSLRCLFELSRS

TRACK REPLAY 1

LRCLFELSRS

TRACK REPLAY 2 6 TRACK REPLAY 3 6 TRACK REPLAY 4

AIN LS B

INI B

AIN LS A

AMP IN

LRCLFELSRS

INI A

MP INAMP IN

MP IN

RCLFELSRS

LRCLFELSRS

RCLFELSRS

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AW INPUTS

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/B OSC

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/B A OUT F/B B OUT

MP A

MP B

ONITOR INSERT SEND

Lt Rt

ECODER

MONITOR INSERT RTN

LRCLFELSRS

Lt Rt

ENCODER

RCLFELSRS

USER OPTION

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US INJECT IN

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STUDIO INTEGRATION

AUDIO CONNECTIONS

All connections to the AWS – apart from the two headphone jacks – are located on the rear panels of the console. The headphone sockets are located on the Centre Section knee panel.

The console rear panel is fitted with a label which identifies all the connections on the connector panel, and provides the pinout for each one (the detail is shown opposite). This information is also provided in the Appendices section of this manual.

All connections are balanced.

All 25-way D-type connectors use screw pillars that utilise the UNC-440 thread.

See the appendices for the pinouts of all audio connectors.

CONNECTING A PATCHBAY

The AWS may, of course, be fully or partially integrated to an external patchbay. 3rd party options are available and SSL can provide patchbay solutions as cost options – contact your local SSL distributor for further information.

AWS δELTA 916-924 PATCHBAY LAYOUT EXAMPLE:

It is recommended that the above 24-channel layout is also used for AWS 916 consoles; doing so will greatly simplify a future upgrade to an AWS 924 console.

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AWS Delta 948 Patch layout

Standard Configuration

948 1.0

Solid State Logic

SOUND V SI ION

Notes:

1. Patchrow AB is isolated

2. Links at: J41–44, J45–48 K41–44, K45–48

Normalling Information: Fully normalled: AB 1–24, NP 21 No normalling: AB 25–48, JK 41–48, NP 22–48 All other jacks are half-normalled

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CHANNEL INSERT SENDS

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AW INPUTS

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Lt Rt

DECODER

MONITOR INSERT RTN

LRCLFELSRS

Lt Rt

ENCODER

LRCLFELSRS

1L 1R 2L 2R 3L 3R 4L 4R

EXT B IN

STEREO REPLAY

USER OPTION

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1234

X IN

UE A

UE B FX SENDS

1234ALARBLBR

INSERT

OUTPUT

LRL

RETURN

INSERT

OUTPUT

RETURN

DAW IN

CUE A 12 34

BUS INJECT IN

CUE B

DAW IN

RACK BUS OUT

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DAW IN

AW OUT

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CHO RETURN IN

1L 1R 2L 2R 3L 3R 4L 4R

X OUT

1L 1R 2L 2R 3L 3R 4L 4R

ALT LS

MINI B

MAIN LS

AMP IN AMP IN

AMP IN

LRCLFELSRS

LSN

OUT

LSN

OUT

T/B OSC

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F/B A OUT F/B B OUT

AMP ALRAMP B

LRCLFELSRS

MINI A

AMP IN

T/B

USER OPTION

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LRCLFELSRS

EXT A1

5.1 REPLAY

LRCLFELSRS

EXT A2

5.1 REPLAY

LRCLFELSRS

EXT A3

5.1 REPLAY

LRCLFELSRS

EXT A4

5.1 REPLAY

PATCHBAY GUIDELINES

STRUMENTINPUTS

916

(

24 O

)

It is not recommended that the ‘Instrument’ inputs are broken out to a patchbay. These inputs are unbalanced and have a high input impedance. Accordingly, to help avoid the pickup of noise and interference, cables should be kept at short as possible.

LINELE

VELINPUT

/OU

TPUTS

All other analogue inputs and outputs can be connected via a patchbay. It is recommended that the cable shield is connected at the console end and disconnected at the patch row to avoid ground loops. Wiring to the installation should normally have the shield connected to the patch row. The shield connection of all jacks should be linked together (note that patch rows with solid metal front panels will automatically do this) and then linked to a common star point on the patchbay. This starpoint can then be returned – via a thick grounding cable (6mm sq. or greater) – to the chassis stud on the rear of the AWS console. This will reduce the risk of earth loops within the installation.

The screen pins of all analogue inputs and outputs – with the exception of the microphone inputs – are connected directly to the chassis of the AWS console.

MIC INPUTS

If Microphone inputs are to be connected via a patchbay, the type of patch-row used should be of the insulated variety where the jack screens are not connected to the main body of the patch-row – there are commercially available patchrows that meet this requirement. The ground connection from each microphone must be linked through the patch jacks to the XLR on the back of the console without interruption.

AWS δELTA 948 PATCHBAY LAYOUT EXAMPLE:

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DAW Connection

CONNECTING YOUR DAW

he AWS console communicates with a DAW directly via Ethernet or via three MIDI ports. To use the Ethernet option

T a third party ipMIDI software driver must be installed on the DAW computer. Registered owners can download this from the SSL website: a wide variety of DAW applications on a wide variety of platforms. The AWS uses Mackie control or a ‘HUI’ compatible protocol, and so any DAW program that can be configured to use three HUI devices can access the full power of the

WS.

Please refer to your DAW manual for details on how to configure the DAW application for AWS under Mackie or HUI control.

OVERVIEW

In normal operation the AWS uses an Ethernet connection for DAW control and the SSL AWS Remote for session management. The next section describes how to download and install the ipMIDI driver and AWS Remote on Macintosh and PC.

Optionally the AWS can use a standard MIDI connection between the AWS console and your DAW using a multi port MIDI interface. In this mode only one DAW layer can be configured. The console communicates with the DAW via the MIDI ports located on the rear of the console – details are provided at the end of this section.

www.update.solidstatelogic.com. Using these methods of communication allows the AWS to be used with

INSTALLING THE IPMIDI DRIVER AND AWS REMOTE

Download on to your workstation computer either the AWS924-948_Mac_Support.dmg disk image (Macintosh) or the AWS924-948_Win_Support.zip file (Windows). These contain the AWS Remote and ipMIDI applications and the latest version of the installation instructions:

http://update.solid-state-logic.com/update/public/index.jsp

System Requirements for your workstation computer: AWS Remote is a Java application. It will run under Java Version 5 or higher. ipMIDI is compatible with Windows 2000 (maximum 9 MIDI ports), XP, Vista and Windows 7, and Macintosh OS X 10.4 upwards.

SOFTWARE INSTALLATION (MACINTOSH)

Mount the AWS924-948_Mac_Support.dmg disk image and open it.

AWS Remote: Double-click on the AWS Remote application to install.

ipMIDI: Double click on the ipMIDI.pkg file to run the installation program. Note that you will be asked to log out and in again once you have completed the installation. Once you have logged back in open Audio MIDI Setup, select the MIDI tab and double click on the ipMIDI icon. Set the number of MIDI ports to 10 in the resulting pop-up.

If you are upgrading an older copy of ipMIDI you must uninstall it before running the installer. To uninstall ipMIDI simply delete: </Library/Audio/MIDI Drivers/ipMIDIDriver.bundle>. You should empty the Trash after deleting the bundle file before running the installer.

The drivers mentioned above are also suitable for the AWS 916 console

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DAW Connection

SOFTWARE INSTALLATION (PC)

Open the AWS924-948_Win_Support.zip archive.

AWS Remote: Double click on AWS924-948Remote.exe to install the program.

ipMIDI: Run the setupipmidi_1.8.exe application (note that the last part of the name may change depending on the version you are installing) by double clicking on it. Note that you will have to restart the computer at the end of the setup process. Once the computer has restarted right click on the ipMIDI icon in the task bar and set the number of MIDI ports to 10 in the resulting pop-up.

If you are upgrading an older copy of ipMIDI you must uninstall it (using Add/Remove programs) before running the installer.

MAKE AND CONFIGURE THE NETWORK CONNECTION

The AWS Remote software is designed to communicate with your workstation over Ethernet using the ipMIDI driver to emulate a multiport MIDI interface. The ipMIDI driver enables your workstation to send and receive MIDI control data via a network connection. Using Ethernet ensures the fastest possible communication between your workstation computer and AWS. The standard direct connection uses an RJ45 crossover network cable (not supplied) to connect the console’s network connector directly to the network port on your workstation computer using the console’s default fixed IP address of 192.168.1.2. Note that many computer adaptor cards will autosense a direct connection negating the need for a

crossover cable. If you are unsure whether your workstation computer’s network adapter has this functionality, please use a crossover rather than a pin to pin cable.

LAN

Direct Connection Connection via DHCP Router

It is possible to connect AWS to a larger network which incorporates multiple computers and to enable dynamic (DHCP) addressing. These configurations need special consideration. Please see the notes at the end of these instructions for details.

DIRECT NETWORK CONNECTION (MACINTOSH)

Please note that currently OS X does not allow two ports to be used for IP traffic. As such, the connection to your main network will not be available while the AWS is connected.

To simplify the process of switching between networks, it is recommended that you create a new network Location for the AWS in network preferences. Another Location (‘internet’ for example) could be created to enable connection to the internet. This would use the network settings provided by your Internet Service Provider or network administrator. You can easily switch between network Locations by going to the Apple Menu and scrolling down to Location.

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

GENERAL SAFETY

CAUTION

POWER SAFETY

Contents

PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

POWER CONNECTIONS

SERVICE ACCESS

THERMAL CONSIDERATIONS

AIR CONDITIONING

CABLE DUCTING

GROUNDING

UNPACKING THE CONSOLE

ATTACHING THE LEGS

REMOVING THE TRIM

FRONT BUFFER

END TRIM

TOP TRIM

Studio Integration

AUDIO CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING A PATCHBAY

AWS δELTA 916-924 PATCHBAY LAYOUT EXAMPLE:

PATCHBAY GUIDELINES

MIC INPUTS

CONNECTING YOUR DAW

OVERVIEW

INSTALLING THE IPMIDI DRIVER AND AWS REMOTE

SOFTWARE INSTALLATION (MACINTOSH)

SOFTWARE INSTALLATION (PC)

MAKE AND CONFIGURE THE NETWORK CONNECTION

DIRECT NETWORK CONNECTION (MACINTOSH)