TC Electronic System 6000 MKII Operation Manual

Operation manual

English

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table Of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Introduction

Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Front And Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

HW & installation

DSP 6000 - Card And Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Remote CPU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

TC Icon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Installing Additional I/O Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

System 6000 network & Updating Software . . . . . . . . . . .13

Basic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Operation

Library - Recall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

The Wizard And Algorithm Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Library Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Bank And Naming Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Library - Delete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Frame Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Frame System - Main . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Frame System - I/O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Frame system - Licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Engine Edit Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Icon Setup Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

SMPTE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

TC Icon Software Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Room Simulation For Multichannel Music And Film . . . . .44

In depth

Sample Rate Conversion Filters - ADA 24/96 . . . . . . . . .48

Clock And Synchronization In System 6000 . . . . . . . . . .50

License Agreement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Appendix

Technical Specifications - Mainframe 6000 MKII . . . . . . .60

Technical Specifications - TC Icon & Remote CPU . . . . .61

Prod No: 606146012 - Rev. 1.1

TC Electronic, Sindalsvej 34, DK-8240 Risskov

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 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 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.

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 powersupply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Warning

• To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, 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.

• This apparatus must be earthed.

• Use a three wire grounding type line cord like the one supplied with the product.

• Be advised that different operating voltages require the use of different types of line cord and attachment plugs.

• Check the voltage in your area and use the correct type. See table below:

• This equipment should be installed near the socket outlet and disconnection of the device should be easily accessible.

• Do not install in a confined space.

• Do not open the unit - risk of electric shock inside.

Caution:

• You are cautioned that any change or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

• To completely disconnect from AC mains, disconnect the power supply cord from the AC receptacle.

• The mains plug of the power supply shall remain readily operable.

• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

• Ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.

Service

• There are no user-serviceable parts inside.

• All service must be performed by qualified personnel.

EMC / EMI

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B Digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installations. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The user may find the following booklet, prepared by the Federal Communications Commission, helpful: "How to identify and Resolve Radio/TV interference Problems." This booklet is available from the US. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402, Stock No. 004-000-0034-4.

For the customers in Canada:

This Class B Digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

Voltage Line plug according to

standard.

110-125V UL817 and CSA C22.2 no 42.

220-230V CEE 7 page VII, SR section

107-2-D1/IEC 83 page C4.

240V BS 1363 of 1984.

Specification for 13A fused plugs and switched and unswitched socket outlets.

The lightning flash with an 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 electric 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.

Licenses

If you have purchased any of the optional software Licenses or the TC Icon Software Editor, then read the License Agreements in the Appendix section prior to use.

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the System 6000 and welcome to an endless world of opportunities.

System 6000 comes in two basic versions: Reverb 6000 and Mastering 6000, each offering the best tools possible for effects and dynamics processing. System 6000 is a constantly evolving platform and will be continuously improved and kept up to date with new algorithms and new features. Notice that a Reverb6000 can be updated with Mastering algorithms, and vice versa, by the purchase of additional licenses.

Flexibility

Multiple Inputs and Outputs together with a powerful Digital Signal Processing platform and an extremely intuitive user-interface, turn System 6000 into a very flexible machine for several applications.

Algorithms

Several stereo algorithms like Reverb, Delay, Phaser, Chorus, Pitch and Multiband Dynamics, are offered together with a new world of Multi-channel processing such as Reverb, Multiband Dynamics and Pitch Change. The list is long, be sure to keep up to date via www.tcelectronic.com

The manual

We are confident that the System 6000 is so easy to operate, that you will not need to read this manual to the detail. However, for specific information please refer to the two manual booklets:

This Operation manual covers:

• Hardware and Installation - that explains how to connect the different components in the system, and how to update them.

• System 6000 Operation - that provides instructions on how to operate the different features in System 6000.

• In-Depth Information - contributes with several interesting articles that not necessarily relates directly to operating the System 6000, but gives background information that might be of interest.

• Appendix contains information such as safety instructions, technical specifications and license agreements.

The Algorithm manual covers:

Descriptions and parameter explanations of all algorithms

As System 6000 is a constantly evolving product you should stay informed regarding software and manual updates via our site at www.tcelectronic.com

We hope you will have a lot of creative and interesting working hours with your System 6000. Feel free to contact us with any comments or questions via info@tcelectronic.com.

TC Electronic

Please note: We reserve the rights to change the contents of this manual at any time. The latest manual revision can always be downloaded from www.tcelectronic.com. If you need additional information and support, be sure to visit the TC Support Portal: www.tcelectronic.com/support

GETTING STARTED

This is an illustration of how to connect a standard System 6000 as it comes with one Mainframe and one TC Icon. We recommend reading through the entire Hardware & Installation section before operating.

Please note that a crossed ethernet cable (supplied) must be used in this type of setup. When the system is connected to a HUB as a part of a major network non-crossed ethernet cables must be used (not supplied).

HW & INSTALLATION

FRONT AND REAR

System 6000 Mainframe Front

Power Key

Switches power On/Off.

PCMCIA slot

For handling of preset banks.

System 6000 Mainframe Rear

I/O Slot - A

I/O Slot - B (AES-8)

DSP Slot

I/O Slot - C

I/O Slots A, B and C

These slots are used for the optional I/O cards ADA 24/96 and AES-8. Slots must be filled consecutively in alphabetic order. The System 6000 DSP card fits in the DSP slot only. When I/O cards are mounted, dip switches on the cards must be set accordingly. Please see the following page. An AES-8 card should be installed in “I/O Slot B (AES-8)” only. If your mainframe rear panel carries a label saying BUS updated you can install the AES-8 card yourself following the instructions on the next of this chapter.

DSP Slot

The System 6000 DSP card is placed in the DSP Slot.

Power In

100-230V AC. 50/60Hz - auto-select.

LAN/Ethernet

Connection for external control devices e.g. the TC Icon. The type is 32 bit PCI Ethernet interface fully compliant with IEE 802.3u 10/100 Mbps CSMA/CD standards. The connector type is a 100Base-T RJ-45 (CN13)

SMPTE

1/4” connection for SMPTE sync. Input.

Ground Lift

Use this standard chassis ground lift if you encounter problems with hum.

MIDI In, Thru and Out

5 pin DIN connectors.

Remote

This connection is for service and test purposes only.

Pedal

General Purpose Input. Connect a TC Master Fader or a tip to ground switch. Applications vary depending on the specific algorithm.

Rack-mounting Advice

• The M6000 should not be placed in an environment with a temperature exceeding 50 degrees celsius.

• Do not cover the ventilation openings on the sides of the frame.

The cooling fan is activated according to the temperature inside.

Power On LED

During start-up this LED is red. When the unit is ready for use, the LED will turn green.

Reset (countersunk)

Press and hold this button during boot to reset the frames IP address to the default setting: 192.168.1.xx, - where “xx” is the last two digits in the frames serial number.

Serial Number

DSP 6000 - CARD AND CONNECTIONS

Use the supplied cable to connect the AES/EBU Inputs/Outputs.

Cable type is twisted pair (12 pairs) with common screen. Recommended impedance: 110ohm.

One end is equipped with an AES/EBU 25 pin DSub connector, the other end is equipped with four male XLR's and four female XLR's. Male XLR's are marked with: Out - 1 to 4. Female XLR's are marked with: IN- 1 to 4.

Extension cables must be constructed according to AES/EBU-3 standards.

Following is the pin-out:

Cable pair

Pin number number XLR XLR-pin Assignment

1 1a Female 1 2 Input 1/2 + 2 2a Female 2 2 Input 3/4 + 3 3a Female 3 2 Input 5/6 + 4 4a Female 4 2 Input 7/8 + 5 5a Male 1 2 Output 1/2 + 6 6a Male 2 2 Output 3/4 + 7 7a Male 3 2 Output 5/6 + 8 8a Male 4 2 Output 7/8 + 9 No connection No connection 10 9a Female 1 1 Common 11 No connection No connection 12 9b Female 2 1 Common 13 10a Female 3 1 Common 13 10b Female 4 1 Common 14 1b Female 1 3 Input 1/2 15 2b Female 2 3 Input 3/4 16 3b Female 3 3 Input 5/6 17 4b Female 4 3 Input 7/8 18 5b Male 1 3 Output 1/2 19 6b Male 2 3 Output 3/4 20 7b Male 3 3 Output 5/6 21 8b Male 4 3 Output 7/8 22 11a Male 1 1 Common 23 11b Male 2 1 Common 24 12a Male 3 1 Common 24 12b Male 4 1 Common 25 Shield no connection Common

Note: Twisted cable pairs must be respected

Sync In Word Clock

For connections to external clock via the standard BNC connector (see illustration above). When several devices are connected in a chain and synced via Word Clock, termination on the last device of the chain is necessary. As the System 6000 is expected to be the last unit in such a chain (or the only), the factory default setting on the System 6000 DSP card is: TERMINATED (75ohm).

If you need to terminate the Word Clock signal elsewhere in the chain you will need to un-terminate the System 6000 DSP card. To do this you must remove the DSP card from the mainframe and remove the termination jumper:

• Switch off the power and disconnect main power cord.

• Loosen the two screws holding the DSP card and remove the card gently.

• Remove the terminating jumper near the BNC plug.

• Insert the card gently in the DSP slot and remount the screws.

Pins connected via jumper : Terminated (75ohm). Pins NOT connected via jumper : Not Terminated

Termination jumper

Dip switches 1 to 4 should ALWAYS be set to off.

General Handling

When inserting or removing any modules, avoid touching the circuit board by handling only the rear panel of the module. To minimize the static potentials that can cause damage to the electronic circuits, you should observe precautionary grounding techniques such as touching a grounded System 6000 Mainframe immediately before inserting modules.

BNC

connector

HW & INSTALLATION

REMOTE CPU

Remote CPU front panel

Remote CPU rear panel

LAN 1 connection for setups with multiple frames

COM port 1 COM port 2

PS-2 connection for PC keyboard and mouse

Connection for TC Icon

2 x USB

Type A Standard

Connectors

Power In

100 - 240V

Connection for VGA monitor

Power Key

Switches power On/Off. Green LED indicates power on state.

Ethernet Connection

32 bit PCI Ethernet interface fully compliant with IEE

802.3u 10/100 Mbps CSMA/CD standards. The connector type is a 100Base-T RJ-45 (CN13)

Connection for PC keyboard or mouse

A standard PS2 Y-splitter must always be used when connecting a PS2-mouse, a keyboard or both. This cable is not supplied with the unit.

Connection for TC Icon

36 pin multi-cable connection for TC Icon.

TC Connection Cable.

Use the special TC Icon cable supplied with the unit ONLY !

USB Connection

USB connection for some TC products with USB connection. E.g. Reverb4000

Monitor

By connecting a monitor via this standard 15 pin D-Sub you can have the exact same picture as displayed on the TC Icon, running in parallel with the Icon. Color depth is 24 bit with a screen resolution of 640 x 480 pixels at 60Hz.

Power

Connect 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz auto-select.

Rack-mounting Advice

• The CPU unit should not be placed in an environment with a temperature exceeding 50 degrees celsius.

• Do not cover the ventilation openings on the back of the Remote CPU.

The cooling fan is activated according to the temperature inside.

Com ports / RS232

For connection of TC units with RS232 interface. E.g. P2 and DB2.

Ethernet/LAN connection for sw updates etc.

TC ICON

Screen

The TC Icon screen is a touch-sensitive capacitive screen. The resolution is 640 x 480 16 bit color resolution. The touch calibration as well as brightness and colors can be adjusted/selected in the TC Icon Setup menu.

Maintenance

The touch screen must be cleaned only with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water or a mild detergent solution.

Do not spray liquids directly on the screen.

Faders

The Faders are touch-sensitive. The sensitivity of the Faders can be adjusted so response to movement is achieved only when operated with your finger-tips. This way unintended movement of the Faders with e.g. a sleeve etc. will not result in changes in parameter values. The sensitivity can be adjusted in the TC Icon Setup menu.

TC Connection Cable.

Use the special TC Icon cable supplied with the unit ONLY! No other cables can be used.

The 7.5 meters (22 feet) cable cannot be extended as this will reduce the power for the Icon supplied via the cable!

Mic stand mounting

There are two standard threads. 3/8” and 5/8”. The TC Icon can be mounted on both types without further accessories.

Mounting of plate.

Mount the supplied plate on the rear of the TC Icon, to assure stable operation when placed on a table or similar. This is easily done using the 4 screws and screwdriver supplied with the unit.

Dimensions

D: 279mm W: 198mm H front: 33mm

TC Icon Front TC Icon Rear

198 mm

279 mm

HW & INSTALLATION

INSTALLING ADDITIONAL I/O CARDS

I/O Cards

I/O cards MUST be mounted in slots A, B and C consecutively starting in slot A. Dip-switches must be correctly set on the I/O cards.

To install an ADA 24/96 or AES-8 card in your Main Frame 6000

1.Switch OFF the unit and disconnect the main power cord.

2.Remove the DUM-1 option plate(s) or module by loosening the 2 screws.

3.Insert the card gently and mount the two screws.

ADA 24/96 cards can be mounted in slots A, B or C. The AES-8 card must be placed in the AES slot.

Static Electricity

As all computer hardware can be sensitive to static electricity, certain precautions must be taken to protect it from damage during storage and handling.

Storage

Non-mounted modules should always be stored in anti-static shielded bags.

General Handling

Removing Modules

Before removing any card from your Mainframe, switch off the power and unplug the main power cable. Unplug all other connections from the module before unscrewing the two screws securing the module in the Mainframe. When removing a module from a Mainframe, the card should be mounted directly in another Mainframe or placed in an antistatic shielded bag.

Slot A

Slot B / AES-8

Slot C

Dip 1 Dip 2 Dip 3 Dip 4 Slot A on off off off Slot B on on off off AES-8 off on off off Slot C on off on off

Mounting Modules

Before mounting modules in your M6000, switch off the power and unplug the main power cable. Remove the dummy-panel or original module from the slot where you want to install the module. The module should then be removed from the shielded bag and mounted directly in the Mainframe by handling the rear panel of the module only. Avoid touching any components on the PCB-Board.

ADA 24/96 Parameters

To access card specific parameters via the TC Icon:

• Press Frame, System, I/O and Slot A, Slot B or Slot C.

Level In

Changes the analog nominal Input level between +6dBu and +30dBu in 6dB increments. The analog Input level enables you to match the System 6000 Mainframe Input to the Output of e.g. your mixer. If the nominal operating level your mixer is e.g. +4dBu and you select +12dBu on the Level In parameter you will have a headroom of 8dB. If you select +16dBu in the Analog In the headroom will be +12dB, and so forth.

Level Out

Changes the analog Output level between +6dBu and +24dBu in 6dB increments.

Filter

Select filter type. Chose between - Linear, Natural, Vintage, Bright and Standard (Std). Further information on these filters please read the chapter: In Depth Information.

These filters are only available in 44.1 and 48kHz.

Soft Clip

Softclip algorithm running in the 96kHz domain right after the AD conversion before the down-sampling filter.

Output Connection

Please select the type of connection you are using on the Output of the card. Select between: Balanced or unbalanced (with signal on pin 2 or pin 3). If you are connecting unbalanced cables to the Outputs when Outmode set to BAL, the Outputs will be muted due to the short circuit the unbalanced cables cause.

Caution!

The servicing instructions are for use by qualified personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any servicing other than that in the operation instructions unless you are qualified to do so.

INSTALLING ADDITIONAL I/O CARDS

I/O Cards

I/O cards MUST be mounted in slots A, B and C consecutively starting in slot A. Dip-switches must be correctly set on the I/O cards.

To install an ADA 24/96 or AES-8 card in your Main Frame 6000

1.Switch OFF the unit and disconnect the main power cord.

2.Remove the DUM-1 option plate(s) or module by loosening the 2 screws.

3.Insert the card gently and mount the two screws.

ADA 24/96 cards can be mounted in slots A, B or C. The AES-8 card must be placed in the AES slot.

Static Electricity

As all computer hardware can be sensitive to static electricity, certain precautions must be taken to protect it from damage during storage and handling.

Storage

Non-mounted modules should always be stored in anti-static shielded bags.

General Handling

Removing Modules

Slot A

Slot B / AES-8

Slot C

Dip 1 Dip 2 Dip 3 Dip 4 Slot A on off off off Slot B on on off off AES-8 off on off off Slot C on off on off

removing a module from a Mainframe, the card should be mounted directly in another Mainframe or placed in an antistatic shielded bag.

Mounting Modules

ADA 24/96 Parameters

To access card specific parameters via the TC Icon:

• Press Frame, System, I/O and Slot A, Slot B or Slot C.

Level In

Level Out

Changes the analog Output level between +6dBu and +24dBu in 6dB increments.

Filter

Select filter type. Chose between - Linear, Natural, Vintage, Bright and Standard (Std). Further information on these filters please read the chapter: In Depth Information.

These filters are only available in 44.1 and 48kHz.

Soft Clip

Softclip algorithm running in the 96kHz domain right after the AD conversion before the down-sampling filter.

Output Connection

Please select the type of connection you are using on the Output of the card. Select between: Balanced or unbalanced (with signal on pin 2 or pin 3).

If you are connecting unbalanced cables to the Outputs when Outmode set to BAL, the Outputs will be muted due to the short circuit the unbalanced cables cause.

Caution!

HW & INSTALLATION

SYSTEM 6000 NETWORK & UPDATING SOFTWARE

This section deals with

- basic network terminology related to System 6000

- how to connect System 6000 in a LAN (Local Area Network)

One MainFrame and one TC Icon Remote

This is the most basic setup with a single Mainframe connected to a TC Icon Remote CPU via an ethernet cable. Use the LAN 1 - TC Network connection on the Remote CPU. This is also known as a “point to point” LAN (Local Area Network). The cable type to be used for this setup should be cross-coupled. If this is your setup, and your system is “fresh out of the box”, you don’t need to read further. You are all set to go.

More Mainframes in a setup

As soon as several mainframes are used these should be connected via a HUB (not supplied). In this scenario standard ethernet cables (not cross-coupled) must be used. (please see the illustration System 6000 LAN Setup Overview in the end of this section). A computer running the TC Icon software editor can also be hooked up via the hub.

System 6000’s LAN 2 - Internet connection

Unlike its predecessor, TC Icon MKII CPU facilitates a second LAN connection. As described above LAN 1 is used for connecting directly to a System 6000 mainframe or a hub with several frames. LAN 2 - Internet is your link to a computer or a network of computers with internet connection. This connection is used for software updates.

The following section explains a few important basic terms regarding network setups such as TCP/IP and Subnet Mask. Basic knowledge of these issues is necessary as soon as your setup consists of more than two items.

Subnet Mask & TCP/IP addresses

The Subnet Mask is a number that defines a group of computers (or Icons/Mainframes) connected to the network. All units in the group must have the same Subnet Mask. The System 6000 Subnet Mask is by default 255.255.255.0

The TCP/IP address is unique to each unit connected in the network. An IP address consists of 4 numbers separated by a “.” Example: 192.168.1.1 The first three numbers (e.g. “192.168.1”) must be the same for each unit, but no two units in the subnet can have the same the last number.

The TC Icon default address is : 192.168.1.125 The M6000 default address is : 192.168.1.xx

- where “xx” is identical to the last two digits in the Mainframes serial number. This way multiple S6K frames can be setup directly out of the box without changing the IP numbers.

If your computer’s IP address (or any in the network) is one of the above you have two options. Either to alter the three last number in your computer’s IP address or to alter the last number in the TC Icon and Mainframe IP addresses.

Setting Subnet Mask & TCP/IP on System 6000

The System 6000 Subnet Mask and I/P address can be set via the TC Icon page: frame/system/main/net

The frames IP address can at all times be reset to default:

192.168.1.xx*, by pressing and holding the reset button on the frontpanel during boot-up. * “xx” is the last two digits in the serial number as previously mentioned.

Note that there is a small risk that two frames have the same last 2 digits in the serial number and thus will conflict after a reset. Solution: - reset one frame and change its IP address before connecting the second.

Setting Subnet Mask & TCP/IP on a PC

To find the TCP/IP address and the Subnet Mask settings on your computer running Windows:

Example - Windows XP

Go to Control Panel, Network Connections, Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).

Subnet Mask & TCP/IP address on a Mac

Example OSX

• Go to “System Preferences - Network.

• Under Configure select “manually”.

• Set TCP/IP address.

Step 2 - Mac & PC

• The three software types are now be visible when you press the panes: Frames, DSP and NET.

The Icon editor shows the update status via a progress bar.

• Update the software in the following order:

- Frame

- NET

- DSP

A log file of the update can be obtained for service purposes. The file is saved at the location where the software is uploaded from. The file lists the result of the operation and can be opened with most text editors. The file is saved in the same folder as the software is placed and read/write access for that folder must be set.

To verify correct update-procedure has taken place, - check the software version numbers both before

and after an update. These version numbers

are located on the Frame/System/Main/Net page.

SYSTEM 6000 NETWORK & UPDATING SOFTWARE

Updating Software

System 6000 is a constantly evolving platform and updating software is a standard procedure to keep the system up-todate. Upgrading is easily done following the procedures below.

This first section deals with updating software for the Mainframe - NOT the hardware version of the TC Icon MKII. To learn about updating the software for the hardware Icon please see the section “Updating TC Icon Software”.

Updating Mainframe 6000 software

There are three types of software in a System 6000 mainframe.

• Frame software

• Net (Ethernet) software

• DSP software

There is also software for the AES-8 card. This software is rarely updated and should only

be upgraded if a newer AES-8 software version than the one you are currently using, is available. Please follow the update instructions provided with the downloaded AES-8 software.

Acquiring the latest software

Latest software can be downloaded via www.tcelectronic.com or directly via the pages:

http://www.tcelectronic.com/reverb6000software.asp http://www.tcelectronic.com/software mastering6000.asp

- depending on your model.

• Install the TC Icon Editor on you PC or Mac if you

haven't done so already (see the section: TC Icon Editor Installation on the following pages)

Step 1

• Create a folder called “S6Kupdate” in the root directory

on your “c” drive. The folder path is then - c:\S6Kupdate

• Copy the latest Frame, DSP and Ethernet software files

to this folder

• In the TC Icon editor go to the Frame-System-Update

page and enter the path “C:\S6Kupdate” as the Update folder path

- go to Step 2

MAC

• Create a folder under “Home” called “S6Kupdate”

The path for that folder is then - /Users/xx/S6Kupdate (xx - is the username)

• Copy the latest Frame, DSP and Ethernet sw files to this

folder.

• In the TC Icon editor go to the Frame-System-Update

page and enter the path “/Users/xx/S6Kupdate” as the Update folder path

- go to Step 2

HW & INSTALLATION

SYSTEM 6000 NETWORK & UPDATING SOFTWARE

Updating TC Icon Software

Beware, the 19 “Remote CPU rack module and the TC Icon are viewed as one inseparable unit and therefore there is only one TC Icon software-package.

• Make sure your System 6000 is connected to the Internet via the LAN2 Internet connection. Status on the connection can be seen on the Setup/net page. It should say “Connected to TC”

• Update the TC Icon software directly by pressing Update from TC Website

The update procedure directly from web as described above is the easiest way to update your TC Icon software.

However, if your System 6000 is not connected to the web you can also update the TC Icon software from a shared folder on a PC or MAC.

Updating TC Icon software from a shared folder on a PC

• Connect the LAN2 connection to your computers network connection. For a direct connection use a cross-coupled ethernet cable. If connected via a hub, use standard (non-cross-coupled) cables.

• Download and unzip the TC Icon cab file and place the file in a folder. This folder needs to be shared:

• Right-click on the folder and select properties

• Select Sharing

• Mark “Share this folder”

• Type in the name ”iconupdate” as share name

• Mark “Maximum allowed” in User Limit.

• Then press “Permissions” and press “Add”

Notice that “mypc” - is the name of the computer.

o find the computers name: Press, START and right-click on My Computer and select properties. Select the tab “Computer Name”:

• Press “Check Names” to verify

• Check: Full Control, Change and Read.

• On the “General” page make sure that “Read only” is NOT marked. This allows the update software to write a Result file describing the update process.

• Press Apply and OK

• The path to the folder is now \\mypc\iconupdate and it is available on the network. “xxxx” is the name of the computer.

SYSTEM 6000 NETWORK & UPDATING SOFTWARE

TC Icon Editor Installation

The TC Icon Software Editor for PC and Mac is a fully operational software version of the TC Icon Remote for the System 6000. The software is free to download via www.tcelectronic.com

Installation - PC

System Requirement

• Windows 2000, NT, XP, Vista or 7

• 1 GB RAM

• INTEL/AMD 1.66GHz

Updating/inst

alling the TC Icon Software Editor

• Go to: http://www.tcelectronic.com/reverb6000software.asp - or http://www.tcelectronic.com/mastering6000software.asp

• Download TC Icon Editor for Windows

• Open the zip-file

• Open the cab-file

• Copy the Icon file to your desktop (or another location)

Installation - Mac

System Requirement

• OSX 10.4, 10.5, 10.6

• Power PC or Intel Mac

• Stuffit Expander installed

Updating/inst

alling the TC Icon Software Editor

• Go to: http://www.tcelectronic.com/reverb6000software.asp - or http://www.tcelectronic.com/mastering6000software.asp

• Download Icon Editor for Mac

• Open the Icon.dmg file placed on your desktop and drag the application to your desktop or another location of your choice

Updating TC Icon software from a shared folder on a MAC

On Mac computers shared folders are setup in System Preferences - Shared.

Press “+” under Shared Folders

• Select the folder holding the software and press “Add”.

• The folder is now shared.

Internet Identification

- Setup/Net page

Three indications can be given:

- this indicates that LAN2 is correctly connected to TC Electronics download server. Go to the Update page and press “Update From TC Website”.

TC Electronic does NOT have access to any files or information on devices connected to LAN2.

- “Not connected to TC”, - indicates that LAN2 is correctly connected to the internet but you are either on a closed network with no internet access, or the download server at TC Electronic cannot be reached.

- you are not connected to the internet. Please check network setup and all cables, - then try again.

HW & INSTALLATION

Hubs

For optimal performance use a 100Mbit Hub. We recommend Hubs from 3Com and Cisco.

Warning

This product includes an “Ethernet Port” which allows this product to be connected to a local area network (LAN). Only connect to networks that remain inside the building. Do not connect to networks that go outside the building.

SYSTEM 6000 NETWORK & UPDATING SOFTWARE

Engine Structure

The core element of Mainframe 6000 is the 4 Engine structure. This structure enables you to run up to four powerful algorithms/presets simultaneously. Each Engine is capable of utilizing up to 8 Inputs and 8 Outputs, depending on the selected algorithm/preset. Up to 16 physical Input and 16 physical Output channels can be routed in the most flexible way.

Engine Resources

The Mainframe 6000 offers a large amount of real-time DSP-resources. The flexible DSP distribution structure lets you run up to 4 Engine presets at the same time using any available algorithms. How about running your signal from a full-blown VSS-5.1 Reverb through a MD-5.1 Multiband Dynamics algorithm to a Toolbox-5.1 for e.g format conversion and total control of levels? Setups like these are no problem with the System 6000.

Be aware that when using some of the most powerful algorithms or running at 96kHz, less than 4 Engine presets can be loaded simultaneously. Required Engine resources pr. algorithm is listed for each algorithm in the algorithmchapter.

Introduction

This section of the manual is a general introduction on how to operate System 6000 via the TC Icon. The basic System 6000 consists of a Mainframe with a DSP card and up to three I/O cards, plus a TC Icon remote with Remote CPU. Several mainframes as well as several TC Icons can be hooked up at the same time via a standard Local Area Network (LAN).

Accessing a Mainframe

First time you connect the Mainframe and TC Icon you must:

• Power up all devices.

• The TC Icon Setup page appears (see above).

• On the Setup-Devices-Select page you press “DETECT”

and then assign the detected mainframes to the 8 locations as you prefer.

Assigning Frames to shortcut keys

- un-assign by pressing one of the eight shortcut keys

- select the Frame you wish to assign from the list of connected units,

- then press the shortcut key you wish to assign to

• Go to the Select page (top-tab), and press the large Mainframe key of the connected frame you wish to access (see Fig 2).

• TC Icon now retrieves data from the Mainframe.

• When ready you will see the Frame - Routing display, and you are ready to operate the Mainframe.

To go back to the TC Icon pages press the Icon logo in the top left corner.

List of connected units

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