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4.1 - DriveRack Philosophy

The most basic storage elements of the DriveRack 4800 and 4820 are the Attribute and the Preset. Attributes are global parameters for that unit, while Presets are snapshots of the current processing functions or modules, their location in the signal path, and their parameters (see Section 2.1 for more information about Attributes and Presets).

4.2-SystemArchitectDriveRack4800/4820FileStorage

System Architect provides you with the ability to store Presets in the DriveRack unit by using the Preset Tool in the Device View Window (see next page). Attributes can be directly manipulated in the GUI as well; most Attributes reside in the Utility menus.

System Architect can also save several file types in the computer including the Preset File, the Device File, and the Venue File. A Preset File is a copy of the Preset information, all the processing function parameters and their configuration. Saving a Preset File in the computer allows you to then transfer preset informa- tion to other users or create an archive of presets used for various occasions. A Device File is a copy of all the Presets in the DriveRack device along with all the Attributes of that device. You can “clone” a unit by saving a Device File from one unit and then opening that file in another unit. A Venue File is a snapshot of the entire venue including all the units within the venue, their current Preset and their Attributes. The Preset and Device files can be saved from the Device View Window (see below), and the Venue File can be saved from the Venue View Window (see below).

4.3 - System Architect DriveRack 4800/4820 Philosophy

The philosophy of the HPro System Architect software is built around the idea of Views or Windows (used interchangeably). Nearly every function of the DriveRack 4800 and/or 4820 can be accessed from one of three windows: the Venue View, the Device Window, and the Module Window. These views all have some common features including the standard Microsoft Windows Minimize and Close icons in the upper right hand corner.

System Architect also provides a “Recycle” icon that is used to either recycle the window or spawn new windows. If the Recycle icon is white, every new window that is opened will open in the same location and take the place of the previous. If the Recycle icon is red, every new view that is opened will be in addition to the others that are still on the screen. Clicking on the icon changes it from white to red. Window recycling allows you to keep your screen manageable by automatically replacing windows instead of constantly open- ing up new windows. Recycling works for module views, device windows, and custom control panels. For more information on window recycling see the Help File in System Architect. Additionally, right-clicking on the Device View and the Module Window will bring up the “Right-Click” Menu that also includes the standard Microsoft Move, Minimize, and Close, as well as provide a way to Dock the Window in the Venue View or open the Help File.

4.3.1 - Module View

The Module Window (shown at the top of the next page) provides a view of the processing module and all its parameters. The Module Window is accessed by double-clicking the processing icons in the Device View. These icons are designed to look like the processing function they represent; for example, a Graphic EQ icon looks like this:

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Contents 4800/4820 Importantsafetyinstructions Important Safety Instructions Table of Contents DriveRackDriveRack DriveRack Features DriveRack 4800/4820 Features IntroductionDriveRackDriveRackIntroduction Service Contact Info WarrantyIntroductionDriveRack Front panel Getting Started Rear Panel 4800/4820 Getting Started Front PanelThreshold Meters Input Channel Select A-DOuput Channel Select RTA Input JackGettingStarted System Architect Features System Architect Control SoftwareMute Buttons Installation Minimum System Requirements for System Architect areRecommended System Requirements DriveRack Attributes DriveRack Philosophy DriveRack 4800/4820 Philosophy AttributesNavigation Front Panel Operation NavigationModes of Operation Return to Edit mode by pressing the Preset button DriveRack While in Edit mode press and hold the UTILITY/METER button DriveRack DriveRack Module view System Architect DriveRack 4800/4820 Philosophy Software Operation DriveRack PhilosophySystemArchitectDriveRack4800/4820FileStorage Module ViewSoftware Operation Device WindowDevice Edit Menu Device View FeaturesDevice File Menu Device Tools MenuPreset Tool Device View MenuDevice Help Menu Meters Mutes and SolosVenue View Venue File MenuSoftwareGUI SoftwareOp rationOverview Venue View MenuVenue Insert Menu Venue Panel Menu Venue Tools MenuVenue Window Menu Venue Help MenuDriveRack Front panel Press and hold the RTA/LOAD button to load the preset UseDriveRack Store the name by pressing the STORE/DELETE button DriveRack GUI Operation DriveRack DriveRack Detailed Detailed Parameters Input MixerSelected Source Switch Detailed Parameters Input RouterFrequency switch EQ On/Off switchFlat/Restore switch Detailed Parameters Input Graphic EQDetailed Parameters Input 9-Band Parametric EQ Delay fader Detailed Parameters Input DelayDelay On/Off switch Units switchMaster Mute switch Detailed Parameters Output MixerChannels A-D Detailed Parameters Output Router Detailed Parameters OutputBandpassFilter/Crossover Detailed Parameters Output 6-Band Parametric EQ Detailed Parameters Output Delay AFS On/Off switch Mode switchClear Live and Clear All buttons Detector Highpass fader Type switchLive Filter Lift switch Sensitivity faderThreshold fader AGC On/Off switchDetailed Parameters Automatic Gain Control AGC Insert Target faderAttack fader Limiter Auto On/Off switchWindow fader Release faderAutoWarmth On/Off switch Detailed Parameters AutoWarmth InsertAmount fader OverEasy fader Compressor On/Off switchDetailed Parameters Compressor Insert Ratio faderAuto On/Off switch Hold faderFrequency fader De-Esser On/Off switchDetailed Parameters De-EsserInsert Width faderGate On/Off switch Detailed Parameters Noise GateMax Attenuation fader Detailed Parameters Limiter Insert Limiter On/Off switchPeakStopPlus On/Off switch PeakStopPlus Overshoot faderDetailed Parameters Notch On/Off switch Detailed Parameters Notch Filter InsertSubHarmonic Level fader SubHarmonic Synth On/Off switchDetailed Parameters SubHarmonic Synthesizer Insert 24-36Hz Level faderUtilities Gains & Trims UtilitiesMiscellaneous Sample RateUtilities Real Time Clock Access RightsPreset Range UsersDriveRack DriveRackAppendix Specifications AppendixDriveRackDriveRackAppendix Block Diagram Preset Table Crossover TableDigital I/O and Clocking Word Clock Termination ZoneControllerWiringandInstallation Zone Controller WiringZone Controller Installation AppendixDriveRack GND ZC-4 Wiring Diagram Power-Up Button Functions Factory ResetFactory Reset Information Hard Factory ResetIP address Ethernet NetworkingOverview of TCP/IP Basics SubnetConnecting the Computer Directly to the DriveRack Dhcp Dynamic Host Configuration ProtocolAssumptions Setup of a Simple Isolated Ethernet Network Using Dhcp ProxyVirtual Private Networks VPN Network Considerations and LimitationsNetworkTroubleshooting Software FirewallEthernet Link Copyrights AppendixDriveRack DriveRackAppendix 18-0353-B