Solid State Logic Duality 82S6DUA20C User Manual

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OOppeerraattiioonnLLiisstt MMiixx MMeennuuThe List Mix menu is the main file menu for the automation system, and shows a list of stored Mix Passes.

CCrreeaattiinngg AA NNeeww MMiixx PPaassssTo create a new automated Mix Pass, press List Mix to access the screen shown below, use the lefthandenc

To start a mix, press the Execute key (how many of you remember this from SSL’s renowned E and G SeriesComputers?). Check that timecode is turning ove

Mix Running — displayed while writing newautomation data.Mix Review — displayed as soon as you roll backand when you play forward to replay previousau

JJooiinn aanndd RReevviisseeAt any time during Mix Review, the JOIN button can be used to switch all channels that were in write at the lastrollback

To return all faders to Absolute, use the JOIN or REVISE buttons until the ‘global’ rollback memory is reached,at which point all faders will return t

AAuuttoommaattiioonn OOppttiioonnssTTrriimmTrim status (AKA Relative) originates from VCA (non-moving fader) automation systems and uses the fader to

TTrriimm LLoocckkTrim Lock (only available in ‘Motors Off’ mode — see below) defeats the auto nulling feature provided for thestandard Trim function,

MMoottoorrss OOffffThis mode suspends the motorised playback of mix data via the moving faders. In ‘Motors Off’ — select theMOTORS OFF button in the

CCuutt AAuuttoommaattiioonnPressing a CUT button will toggle its state and automatically start writing data. The Cut can be returned toReplay either

DAW ControllerToday’s DAWs provide the power and convenience of recording and editing audio, but a keyboard and mouseis not the most intuitive way to

CCooppyy aanndd SSwwaappCopy and Swap (CS in the Auto menu) are used to interchange or transfer mix data between channels. Therequired function is s

FFaaddeerr LLiinnkkssFader Links are a useful method of ganging channels without the complexity of a Master/Slave style groupingsystem. With a Fader

SSaavviinngg MMiixx PPaasssseess ttoo yyoouurr DDAAWW PPrroojjeeccttInitially, Mix Passes will be held safely in Duality’s internal flash memory

PPrroo TToooollss SSeettuupp NNootteessTo set up timecode generation: Windows/Show Session SetupSelect the MTC option and select the port on the MI

Enable MIDI Machine Control and select the Port on the MIDI Interface that is connected to Duality’s Port 8MIDI IN. Leave the ID as 127 (this sends to

Finally: Setup/PreferencesWhen mixing with Duality, it is advisable to enable the two options in the lefthand list (see above). This ensuresthat a Rol

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Section 6 – Logictivity – Duality Remote BrowserIntroductionThe Duality console allows the use of a remote application; the Logictivity based Duality

LogictivityDuality Operator’s Manual6-2CONNECTING DUALITY TO YOUR COMPUTERDuality is the first analogue console to feature an IP address. This allows

Connecting to DualityWhen you launch Duality Remote you will be presented with a rather dull looking grey form. Click on the Findbox in the top right

About this manualThis manual is divided into five main sections, and is designed to provide a comprehensive source ofinformation for Duality console u

Project TabAfter launching Duality Remote the Projects tab will appear – see below.Clicking on the ‘+’ (or ‘’) sign to the left of the Projects folde

Renaming Projects, Titles, Mixes or Total Recall SetupsIn order to rename a file or folder, right click (or ‘<Ctrl>click’) the file or folder an

Channel TabsThe Chans 1 to 24, Chans 25 to 48, Chans 49 to 72 and Chans 73 to 96 tabs allow the user to assign smallimages (eyecons) and names to cons

MixesThis page shows a list of Mixes associated with the currently selected Title.It is also possible to delete and rename Mixes in this window. In or

Total RecallHere you can rename and delete any Total Recall data from the currently selected Title. In order to rename a fileor folder, right click (o

Exts NamesThis page allows you to rename the Ext A and B sources which will appear on your consoles monitor selection.Up to 4 characters are allowed f

Misc TabThe Misc tab shows the software versions of both the Duality console and the Duality Remote software andallows the desk clock to be set.Time a

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Duality Operator’s ManualOverviewDuality is an evolutionary combination of analogue console and DAW controller from Solid State Logic. It drawson year

An Introduction to Split ModeThe Duality channel strip is optimised for working in conjunction with a multichannel DAW as the primaryrecording medium.

Channel StripIntroductionDuality’s Split Mode enables the channel processing to be easily applied to channel inputsignals feeding the DAW record path

At your first introduction to the Duality console, you will immediately see that the channel strip controls arepresented in reassuringly familiar mann

Dynamics SectionThe Dynamics section contains a compressor section identical to that of the 9000Kseries and also found in SSL's Logic FX range of

THRESHOLD – Variable hysteresis is incorporated in the Threshold circuitry. For any given ‘open’ setting, theExpander/Gate will have a lower ‘close’ t

Central Dynamics ControlThe centre section master routing panel replicates the dynamics POST EQ function for sweet spot control andmultiple channel op

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Insert The INS IN button routes the channel signal via balanced insert send and return points,available on the rear of the console (D-connectors). The

Channel SendsEach channel has two stereo and four mono sends that can be used for a number ofdifferent purposes: headphone feeds, FX sends, etc. The s

Split ModeWhen the channel output (DAW input) is sourced from either the channel input or pre thechannel fader, SPLIT offers a new approach to in-line

D-pot and DAW ControlBelow the channel strips is a 12-wide panel containing a rotary encoder known as theD-pot, together with its integral momentary s

Fader GroupingThe console’s centre section is fitted with eight group control faders that offer VCA-style grouping control(servo, ie. moving fader, gr

Channel Processing OrderThe section above the routing indicators displays the order of channel processing for both signal paths in eachchannel (includ

Console Operator’s Guide2-14Duality Operator’s ManualGROUP 1 GROUP 2 GROUP 3 GROUP 4 GROUP 5 GROUP 6 GROUP 7 GROUP 8OLO OLO OLO OLOUTUTUTOLOUTUTUTOLOU

The Centre SectionIntroductionThe console’s centre section (see opposite) comprises four main areas:Centre section meter panel.Audio master control fu

Central Routing PanelIn addition to the DAW transport controls and the console monitor pot, inday-to-day operation you will probably find you use this

Having selected a channel, or range of channels, all the functions in the area above can beselected/deselected. Routing buttons 1-24 and MIX A, MIX B,

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Main Output FunctionsAs you are probably aware by now, Duality features a 6-wide main mix bus that can be configured either toprovide a full 5.1 surro

Main Bus CompressorUsing the same classic design as found on the original SL4000 seriesconsole, the main bus compressor can be used as a single stereo

Master FaderThe master fader can be selected to control the stereo Mix A, B, C busses or the 5.1 mixbus via the main bus select matrix (see previous p

Track Bus Master ControlsThe output level of the console’s 24 mono Track busses is set by a group of rotarycontrols in the upper right of the centre s

MonitoringThe large knob below the ‘MONITOR LEVEL’ display normally sets the level (up to 11!) of the main control roommonitors. The column of six but

The Ø button precedes the MONO button and reverses the phase of the left monitor feed, providing a quick wayof checking for any phase anomalies in a s

Monitor InsertThe External A selector output (ie. all 5.1 sources) is automatically routed via a 5.1 insert point to which anencoder/decoder system ma

Monitor OptionsA wide range of monitor options are available via the soft keys and associated display on the monitor panel.Pressing the MONITOR OPTION

BMN – Turns on the Bass Management system. This is designed to extend the low frequency response of themonitoring system, and to simulate the 5.1 moni

Monitor Level CalibrationThe monitor calibration system enables the level of any loudspeaker connected to Duality to be trimmed by±10db. Note that, wi

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LFG – This stands for Low Frequency Gain and allows the gain of the contribution from the full bandwidthchannels to the subwoofer output to be adjuste

Cue/FX Send Master ControlsEach channel is fitted with two Cue Stereo and four mono FX sends for use as foldback,feeds to effects devices, etc. The Cu

A small area of the monitor control panel (see right) provides source selection (control roommonitor and foldbacks) and a CUT function for the console

Misc OptionsA couple of useful options can be accessed via the MISC menu. Press the MISC button above the display toproduce the following options:0dB

CommunicationsA group of communications buttons (talkback etc.) are fitted below the central routingpanel (see below). A built-in talkback microphone

OscillatorThe word oscillator is a slight misnomer in this case, as the console actuallyprovides a comprehensive tone and pink noise generator!The ‘Os

Mix Reassign MatrixThis useful matrix, to the left of the main output compressor (see right), adds theselected mix(es), post output level control, to

Group Control FadersThe console centre section features eight control group masterfaders. Each group master fader may control a number of slavechannel

Centre Section MeteringThe panel above the main centre section features LCD and analogue metering for the console’s main andauxiliary outputs:On the l

Meter OptionsMeter options are provided by soft key selections on the monitor panel; select the METERS button to producethe following selections for t

33 DD AA WW CC oo nn tt rr oo ll GG uu ii dd ee ((ccoo nn tt ii nn uu ee dd ))Input, Output and Send Routing 3-11Viewing Routing 3-11Changing

The next four items in the Setup menu are concerned with DAW interconnection, but are included here forcompleteness; see Section 3 for more details. N

Duality Operator’s Manual3-1IntroductionWhen connected to a Digital Audio Workstation that supports the HUI or Mackie Control Universal (MCU) controlp

DAW Channel Count – Select the total number of channels dedicated to DAW control (8-48 in steps of 8). Ifyou change this figure you will need to chang

Master Control PanelDuality Operator’s Manual3-3D-potsEach channel has a continuous rotary control or ‘D-pot’ The Plug-in Editor (HUI Mode only) has f

DAW Control GuidE3-4Duality Operator’s ManualTo flip the console’s faders to the next set of DAW faders, press the right bank button. To flip back to

Master Control PanelDuality Operator’s Manual3-5Modifier Buttons (10)These buttons modify the function of other buttons, and their practical use is de

DAW Control GuidE3-6Duality Operator’s ManualChannel FunctionsIn DAW focus mode, the channel meters, faders and part or all of the Solo and Cuts panel

Channel FunctionsChannel Solo and Cut PanelsChannel D-potEach channel has a continuous rotary control or D-pot. This can be used to control sendlevels

DAW Control GuidE3-8Duality Operator’s ManualChannel SEL Button – Record Ready/Edit/SelectThe function of the channel SEL button depends on the mode s

Channel FunctionsDuality Operator’s Manual3-9Select ModeWith the SEL button (5) on the Master Control Panel selected, all the console’s channel SEL bu

44 TT oo ttaa ll RR ee cc aa llllOverview 4-1Total Recall and Projects 4-2Working with Projects and Titles 4-3Saving a TR Setup 4-3Recalling a TR Se

DAW Control GuidE3-10Duality Operator’s ManualSetting Sends Pre/Post FaderWhen working with sends it is useful to be able to flip a send between pre a

Input, Output and Send RoutingDuality Operator’s Manual3-11Input, Output and Send RoutingThe channel D-pots can also be used to assign signals to inpu

DAW Control GuidE3-12Duality Operator’s ManualMotion ControlBasic Transport Controls (14)Dedicated transport controls are provided for direct control

Motion ControlDuality Operator’s Manual3-13Other useful transport modesHalf-speed Playback SHIFT + PLAYAbort Current Record Pass SHIFT + STOPCycle t

DAW Control GuidE3-14Duality Operator’s ManualFootswitch ControlDuality has two 6.35mm jack footswitch connectors on the rear of the console. These ar

Motion ControlSelection Mode (Zoom/Sel button flashing)In this mode the cursor buttons provide a way to create and edit selections within the DAW prog

DAW Control GuidE3-16Duality Operator’s ManualNotes on Scrub and Shuttle ModesThe position at which the scrub/shuttle starts is derived from the curre

Plug-In EditorDuality Operator’s Manual3-17Plug-In EditorDuality comes with a powerful Plug-in Editor located in theconsole centre section. From here,

Selecting a DAW Channel for Plug-In ControlSelect EDIT mode on the Master Control Panel then use the channel SEL buttons to choose the channel youwish

Assigning a Plug-inAssigning a Plug-In or Hardware I/O Insert (Assign Mode)Some DAW applications will not allow assignments to be made during playback

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DAW Control GuidE3-20Duality Operator’s ManualHi-Resolution Parameter Display ModeHolding down the OPTION button while editing a plug-in parameter wil

Soft KeysSoft KeysThe Plug-In Editor panel includes an 8x8 matrix of soft keys that map to the 16 menu boxes at the bottom of theplug-in display:The t

Edit Tools MenuEdit Tools (EdTs) displays a list of available tools used by your DAW system. For example, with Pro Tools youcan select the Zoom, Trim,

Soft KeysFunction KeysThe F-Keys (Fkys) menu gives access to the DAW function keys; these will vary between DAW applications. Astandard configuration

Working with DAW AutomationDuality’s touch sensitive moving faders can be used to write automation for the DAW faders. Most automationfunctions are en

Working with DAW AutomationAutomation Status DisplayPressing and holding the auto button on a channel fader will display the current automation mode f

Automating CutsAs the console’s CUT buttons have no touch sense, automation will start being written when the button is firstpressed. In Touch mode it

Mackie Control EmulationMackie Control (MCU) EmulationDuality can emulate Mackie’s Control MIDI protocol as an alternative to HUI protocol emulation.

The majority of DAW functions are controlled via dedicated Duality front panel switches, with less reliance thanthe HUI protocol on the 8x8 soft key m

Logic TemplateRDY and SEL (2)As with the HUI protocol, the RDY and SEL buttons determine the function of the channel strip’s SEL button.The default is

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Duality Logic Control Button LayoutWhen compared to the HUI protocol layout, the major changes to buttons in this section are that automationmodes rep

Duality’s Logic Control ScreenDuality’s Logic Control ScreenVIEW is selected automatically by pressing the GLOBAL button; this accesses the eight glob

Nuendo/Cubase TemplateAs with other templates, Duality emulates a Mackie Control Main unit plus multiple Mackie Control Extenders.MIDI control surface

Duality Nuendo ControlDuality Nuendo Control Button LayoutThe majority of Nuendo or Cubase functions are controlled via dedicated buttons, with virtua

Duality’s Nuendo Control ScreenFkeys provides access to the eight functions buttons. These are also mapped to the numeric keypad, which isnot supporte

Duality Sonar ControlThe Sonar TemplateDuality emulates a Mackie Control (MCU), plus additional Logic XT fader expanders as required. The ControlSurfa

For the Sonar template, as with the buttons that control the function of the channel SEL button with the HUIprotocol, SEL and RDY control whether the

Duality Sonar ControlAUTO calls up three automation functions, Snapshot, Disarm and Offset. The main automation Read/Off key ismapped to a dedicated f

Digital Performer TemplateDuality emulates a Mackie Control Unit plus additional Mackie Control Expanders. The Control Surface setupmenu is located in

Duality Digital Performer Control A different function grouping is used to assign parameters the channel D-pots. CHANNEL assigns Duality’schannel gain

What is Duality?Duality is an evolutionary combination of super analogue console and DAW controller from Solid State Logic. Itdraws on years of design

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OverviewThe Multi-user Total Recall (TR) package is a chargeable option for the Duality console. If not supplied withyour console, please contact your

Total Recall and ProjectsDuality uses a logical and intuitive Project-based system within which TR Setups and Mixes (automation data)can be stored and

Working with Projects and TitlesAt least one Project and Title must be present before you can store a TR Setup. Select SSL followed by Proj.Now select

Recalling a TR SetupWith TR selected, choose the required Project and Title, and scroll to the required TR Setup (see above). PressSelect and the stor

Total Recall DisplaysAs mentioned before, individual channels are displayed on the TFT screen in that same bay. To switch fromone channel to another w

Resetting soft switchesA double press on a fader status button, or Set Sel or Set All, will reset all the non-latching functions on thatchannel strip,

AutomationOOvveerrvviieewwDuality’s automation system is a fully featured package, developed from SSL's renowned G and K SeriesUltimation systems

AAuuttoommaattiioonn aanndd PPrroojjeeccttssDuality uses a logical and intuitive Project-based system within which Mixes and TR Setups (option) can

WWoorrkkiinngg wwiitthh PPrroojjeeccttss aanndd TTiittlleessAt least one Project and Title must be present before you can store an automated mix.