Avid Technology VENUE D-Show Sidecar User manual

Brand: Avid Technology

Model: VENUE D-Show Sidecar

Category: Supplementary music equipment

Type: User manual

PN 9321-62798-00 REV A 08/10

VENUE D-Show

™

Sidecar Guide

for VENUE D-Show Systems

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Contents iii

Contents

Chapter 1. Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Operational Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

VENUE D-Show Sidecar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Chapter 2. Connecting and Configuring a VENUE D-Show Sidecar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Connecting the D-Show Main Unit and Sidecars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Configuring the Main Unit and Sidecars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Attaching the D-Show Main Unit and Sidecars (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Appendix A. Compliance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Environmental Compliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

EMC (Electromagnetic Compliance). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Safety Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

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Chapter 1: Overview 1

Chapter 1: Overview

Each VENUE D-Show

Sidecar adds 16 input channels to the

VENUE D-Show Main unit console.

A total of three Sidecars can be connected to the D-Show Main

unit, for a maximum of 56 Input Channel faders.

Components

Included Components

The following components are included with a Sidecar:

• Sidecar unit

• Console Link cable

• 2 AC power cords

• Set of Hex wrenches for attaching the Sidecar

Operational Requirements

Temperature and Ventilation

VENUE components should be operated away from heat

sources and with adequate ventilation.

Storage

VENUE components should be stored and transported at tem-

peratures not lower than 0 degrees F (–18 degrees C) and not

exceeding 140 degrees F (60 degrees C).

Operation

VENUE components should be operated at temperatures not

lower than 40 degrees F (4 degrees C) and not exceeding

115 degrees F (46 degrees C).

Water and Moisture

VENUE components should be operated away from sources of

direct moisture and should be kept clear of liquids that might

spill into the units. If condensation is present on a unit, leave

the unit to dry in ambient air for at least one hour before pow-

ering the unit on.

Cleaning and Maintenance

If you need to clean the surface of any VENUE component, use

a dry cloth. Do not apply any cleaning solutions, spray clean-

ers, or abrasives to the surface.

Power Connections

Each power supply in the Sidecar requires its own power con-

nection. Each power supply is auto voltage-selecting (100V to

240V). A modular IEC power cable is provided for each power

supply in the unit.

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VENUE D-Show Sidecar

D-Show Sidecar Top Panel

Input Channel Section

Each D-Show Sidecar has 16 channel strips that provide access

to Input Channels. Input Channels are used to control input

signals from the VENUE Stage Rack, VENUE FOH Rack, and

Pro Tools playback options.

Encoder Assignment Section

Each D-Show Sidecar includes Encoder Assignment controls

that are used to assign functions to the two rows of rotary en-

coders. These controls mirror the state of the same controls on

the Main Unit.

Global Modifier and Fader Bank Switches

Each D-Show Sidecar has a set of Global Modifier and Fader

Bank switches that mirror the function of the corresponding

switches on the D-Show Main unit.

D-Show Sidecar top panel

Encoder

Assignment

Section

Input

Channel

Section

Global Modifier

and

Fader Bank

switches

Chapter 1: Overview 3

D-Show Sidecar Back Panel

Console Link In and Out Connectors

The Console Link In and Out connectors use 110-Ohm

AES/EBU (Digital) XLR cables to connect the Sidecar to the

D-Show Main unit or to other Sidecars.

Termination Switch

The Termination switch is used to terminate the Console Link

chain. On the last Sidecar in a chain, this switch should be set

to “Terminate.” On all other Sidecars, this switch should be set

to “Thru.”

Power Switches

The Power switches apply power to the Sidecar.

AC Power Connector

The AC Power connectors accept a standard AC power cable.

The D-Show Sidecar is auto-power selecting (100V to 240V)

and automatically works with a standard modular power

cords when connected to an AC receptacle in any country.

Light Port

The powered light port supports an optional 3-pin XLR con-

sole light.

D-Show Sidecar back panel

Light port

Power switches

AC power connectors

Console Link

In and Out connectors

Termination switch

All Console Link connections require 110-Ohm AES/EBU

(Digital) cable. Do not use standard audio-grade micro-

phone cable to connect the Main Unit and Sidecars.

For full redundancy, connect both AC power connectors to

your power source and turn both power switches to the On

position.

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Chapter 2: Connecting and Configuring a VENUE D-Show Sidecar 5

Chapter 2: Connecting and Configuring a

VENUE D-Show Sidecar

Connecting the D-Show Main Unit and Sidecars

VENUE D-Show Main unit and Sidecars are connected with Console Link cables, which are 110-ohm AES/EBU digital cables. One

15-foot (4.6 meter) cable is provided with each Sidecar. The maximum length permissible for each Console Link cable is 25 feet

(7.6 meters). Up to three Sidecars can be connected to the “Sidecar 1–3” port on the D-Show Main unit.

To connect the Main Unit and Sidecars:

1 Connect the Console Link In port on the back panel of the nearest Sidecar to the “Sidecar 1–3” port on the back panel of the

Main Unit.

2 On the successive Sidecars, connect the Console Link In port to the Console Link Out port on the previous Sidecar.

3 On the last Sidecar only, terminate the Console Link connection with the Terminate switch.

Console Link connections for Main Unit (left) and Sidecars (right)

Termination switch

set to “Terminate”

Termination switch

set to “Thru”

Termination switch

set to “Thru”

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Configuring the Main Unit and Sidecars

The D-Show Main Unit and Sidecar can be placed in any or-

der, and the input channel strip order configured accordingly.

You can then bank input channels across the available input

channel strips. Banking can be configured to affect all con-

nected units globally, or configured for split (local) banking of

faders and encoders.

Determining Control Surface Layout

Standard System Layout

In a standard configuration (one Main Unit and a single Side-

car on the left), input channel strips 1–16 appear by default on

the Sidecar module, and channel strips 17–24 appear on the

Main Unit.

You can place the Sidecar on the other side of the Main Unit,

and customize the order of input channel strips by changing

the Bus IDs of the units. See “Setting Control Surface Bus IDs”

on page 6.

Expanded System Layout

On expanded systems, by default, input channel strips 1–16

appear on the leftmost Sidecar and progress to the right.

You can place Sidecars on either side of the Main Unit, and

customize the order of input channel strips by changing the

Bus IDs of the units. See “Setting Control Surface Bus IDs” on

page 6.

Setting Control Surface Bus IDs

All units have a Bus ID selector in the upper left of the control

surface top panel. Input channel strip numbering is deter-

mined by the Bus ID setting on each unit. Lower-numbered

bus IDs correspond to lower-numbered input channels.

To set the Bus ID on a unit:

 With a small flat-head screwdriver, set the Bus ID as follows:

• Set the ID to 1 to have input channel numbering start on

that unit. Typically, this will be the leftmost unit in your

system.

• Set the ID to 2 on the unit you want to have the second

set of input faders. For example, on a standard D-Show

system (one Sidecar and one Main Unit) where the Side-

car is at the left of the Main Unit, the Main Unit should

be set to Bus ID 2.

• Set the ID of other units to match the layout of input

channels.

Input channel strip numbering on a standard system

Alternative input channel strip numbering on a standard system

Main Unit Sidecar

Strips 1–16 17–24

(Bus ID 1) (Bus ID 2)

Main Unit Sidecar

9–24

(Bus ID 2)(Bus ID 1)

Strips 1–8

Input channel strip numbering on an expanded system

Alternative input channel numbering on an expanded system

Main Unit Sidecar 1

Strips 1–16 33–40

Sidecar 2

17–32

(Bus ID 1) (Bus ID 2) (Bus ID 3)

Main Unit Sidecar 1

Strips 1– 6

Sidecar 2

17–24

(Bus ID 1) (Bus ID 3)(Bus ID 2)

25–40

Chapter 2: Connecting and Configuring a VENUE D-Show Sidecar 7

Attaching the D-Show Main Unit and

Sidecars (Optional)

The D-Show Main unit and any Sidecars can be fastened to-

gether for storage, transportation and setup as a unit, or left as

free-standing units.

Sidecars can be attached to the right or the left side of the

Main unit.

D-Show consoles should be fastened together only by an au-

thorized technician.

In addition to the included hex wrenches, the following tools

are required to attach D-Show units:

• #1 Philips screwdriver

• #2 Philips screwdriver (normal length)

• #2 Philips screwdriver (short length) for tight spaces

• Small, flat head screwdriver for lifting top panels

The process of attaching D-Show consoles will at times require

two or more people to move the console.

To attach a Sidecar to a Main unit or to another Sidecar:

1 Turn off the power and remove the power cable from each

unit.

2 Place the units side-by-side on a flat, level work surface, ar-

ranged as you want to fasten them together.

3 Remove the 5 external hex screws in the plastic side cap on

the facing side of each unit.

4 Remove the hex screws on the 3 top panels (fader panel, en-

coder panel, and meter bridge panel) on the facing side of

each unit. Be sure to keep the panel screws.

Sidecar attached to the left side of the Main unit

Sidecar attached to the right side of the Main unit

Main Unit Sidecar

Removing external screws from the plastic side caps

Removing screws from top panels

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5 Using the small flat head screwdriver, carefully lift the pan-

els from each unit.

6 Carefully disconnect the cables leading to each top panel,

making note of each connection so you can reconnect it later.

7 Remove each top panel from the facing side of each unit.

8 Remove the 7 internal Philips screws connecting the plastic

side cap on the facing side of each unit. There are four screws

along the length of the unit, and three in the meter bridge

area.

9 Remove the plastic side caps.

10 Move the units together and attach them from the five in-

side holes as indicated below, using the longer Philips screws

(provided). All screws are inserted from left to right (the head

of each screw should be inside the leftmost of the two units).

Do not tighten the screws.

Lifting top panel from the unit

Disconnecting cables to the top panels

Sidecar with top panels removed from right side of unit

Removing internal screws from the side caps

Location of screw holes for attaching units

Screw holes

Chapter 2: Connecting and Configuring a VENUE D-Show Sidecar 9

11 Carefully align the top and front edges of the two units

while slowly tightening each of the five internal screws.

12 After the units have been attached, replace the top panels

on each unit using the same screws you removed earlier, re-

connecting their cables before fastening them to the chassis.

13 Turn the unit over and carefully place it face down on a

protected flat surface, so that only the meter bridge and front

edge of the units contact the floor.

14 Attach the provided brackets to the front and back rail slots

on the bottom of the unit, using four small flat head Philips

screws on the raised section and eight pan head Philips screws

with lock washers on each side.

Attaching the units with the internal screws

Attaching brackets to the bottom of the units

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Appendix A: Compliance Information 11

Appendix A: Compliance Information

Environmental Compliance

Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in the

European Union

This symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that this product must not

be disposed of with other waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of

your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the

recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection

and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help conserve

natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human

health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off

your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city recycling office

or the dealer from whom you purchased the product.

Proposition 65 Warning

Perchlorate Notice

This product may contain a lithium coin battery. The State of California requires

the following disclosure statement: “Perchlorate Material – special handling may

apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.”

Recycling Notice

EMC (Electromagnetic Compliance)

Avid declares that this product complies with the following standards regulating

emissions and immunity:

• FCC Part 15 Class B

• EN55103-1 E3

• EN55103-2 E3

• AS/NZS CISPR Class B

•CISPR 22 Class B

FCC Compliance for United States

Radio and Television Interference

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.

Australian Compliance

This product contains chemicals, including lead,

known to the State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands

after handling.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We, Avid, 2001 Junipero Serra Boulevard

Daly City, CA 94014-3886, USA

650-731-6300

declare under our sole responsibility that the product

VENUE D-Show Sidecar

complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Communication Statement

NOTE: 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 installation. 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 and correct the interference by one or

more of the following measures:

• Reorient or locate 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.

Any modifications to the unit, unless expressly approved by

Avid, could void the user's authority to operate the

equipment.

Avid

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Canadian Compliance

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

Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

CE Compliance

(EMC and Safety)

Avid is authorized to apply the CE (Conformité Europénne) mark on this compliant

equipment thereby declaring conformity to EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and Low

Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC.

Safety Compliance

Safety Statement

This equipment has been tested to comply with USA and Canadian safety

certification in accordance with the specifications of UL Standards: UL60065 7th

/IEC 60065 7th and Canadian CAN/CSA C22.2 60065:03. Avid Inc., has been

authorized to apply the appropriate UL & CUL mark on its compliant equipment.

Warning

Important Safety Instructions

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this equipment 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 equipment (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 power cords from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,

convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the equipment.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) For products that are not rack-mountable: Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,

bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the equipment.

When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/equipment combination

to avoid injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this equipment during lightning storms or when unused for long

periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when

the equipment 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 equipment,

the equipment has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,

or has been dropped.

15) For products that are a Mains powered device:

The equipment shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled

with liquids (such as vases) shall be placed on the equipment.

Warning! To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this

equipment to rain or moisture.

16) For products containing a lithium battery:

CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only

with the same or equivalent type.

17) For products with a power switch:

The main power switch is located on the back panel of the VENUE D-Show

Sidecar unit. It should remain accessible after installation.

18) The equipment shall be used at a maximum ambient temperature of 40° C.

Avid

2001 Junipero Serra Boulevard

Daly City, CA 94014-3886 USA

Technical Support (USA)

Visit the Online Support Center at

www.avid.com/support

Product Information

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Model: VENUE D-Show Sidecar

Category: Supplementary music equipment

Type: User manual

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