Studio Technologies 58 1998 - Manual (Page 10)

Issue 2, April 1998 Model 58/59 User Guide
Page 10 Studio Technologies, Inc.
for Surround
Control of the individual output channels
is provided by the mute/solo section. One
push-button switch sets the operating
mode for either mute or solo. In the mute
mode, individual channels can be muted
or un-muted as required. In the solo mode,
one channel can be monitored while the
others are automatically muted. (Of
course, multiple channels can be simulta-
neously selected for “soloing.”) The flex-
ibility of having both mute and solo
available allows an operator to quickly
select the most comfortable and produc-
tive operating mode.
A major strength of the Model 59 is the
ability to configure, under software control,
many operating parameters. During initial
installation the Model 59 is “taught” the
number of output channels to be con-
trolled, the number of channels associated
with each of the four inputs, and the rout-
ing to be performed by the insert sections.
The monitor output reference level is set
by taking an electronic “snapshot” of the
position of the rotary level control. The dim
level is selected from among four choices.
A number of other operating parameters
can also be configured, including how the
remote contact and level control inputs will
function. All configuration parameters are
stored in non-volatile memory.
A Model 59 Control Console connects to
a Model 58 Central Controller using a
standard 9-pin D-subminiature cable.
Multiple Model 58 units connect together
in a bus fashion. Power for the Model 59
is provided by the Model 58s. The Model
59 generates MIDI system-exclusive
messages to control the Model 58 units.
Remote control signals connect to the
Model 59 via pins in the 9-pin intercon-
necting cable.
Remote Control Capability
Three remote control functions can be
easily implemented: Mute all or dim, insert
Figure 4. Multi-Channel Monitor System Showing Four Model 58 Central Controllers Interconnected
with Bus Assembly