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Avid Technology VENUE S6L Handbook

Avid Technology VENUE S6L Handbook

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VENUE | S6L
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Pro Tools for S6L
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VENUE Hardware
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Configuration 1
Configuration 2
E6L Engine Options
Configuration 3
Stage 64 I/O Rack
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Expansion Options
Stage 16 I/O
S6L Control Surface
Personal Monitoring
VENUE | S6L Handbook
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  • Page 1 VENUE | S6L Handbook VENUE | S6L VENUE Hardware Hardware and Resources: Specifications: Systems Overview Expansion Support Weight Additional Specifications: Resources: Configuration 1 E6L Engine Requirements Power Training & Documentation Resources: Specifications: VENUE Software Configuration 2 E6L Engine Options Social Dimensions VENUE Plug-Ins Configuration 3...
  • Page 2 VENUE | On-Stage, you can easily configure the system for any application. Along with the familiar VENUE software, VENUE S6L systems consist of the following hardware components: 1x S6L Control Surface (S6L-32D, S6L-24D, or S6L-24) S6L-32D S6L-24D S6L-24...

  • Page 3: Additional Required Items

    Additional Required Items The following items are required and must be purchased separately. For the most up-to-date list of required items, see the S6L Support FAQ on our Knowledge Base: http://avid.force.com/pkb/articles/faq/Avid-S6L-Support DVI-D Monitor, Trackball/Mouse, Keyboard, and Other For Day-to-Day Operation: •...
  • Page 4 VENUE Software Activation You must activate each S6L system component using the Activation Card included in each component’s shipping package. You must also activate Pro Tools using its Activation Card included in the E6L Engine package. Follow this link to the S6L Learn & Support home page and scroll down to TUTORIALS for a video showing how to install and activate VENUE software: Installing &...
  • Page 5 VENUE Plug-Ins Each VENUE | S6L System comes with an extensive collection of software plug-ins. Many more are available from Avid and our Development Partners. VENUE plug-ins let you mix with the same sound processors used in top studios to get the sounds you want. Or re- create an artist’s signature studio sound live.
  • Page 6 iLoks Activating your VENUE system deposits iLok licenses in your iLok account. Activating Pro Tools deposits additional licenses into your iLok account. Visit iLok.com to sign-in to your iLok account, or create one if necessary (it’s free). Download and install the iLok License Manager on a Mac or PC to be able to install and manage your licenses.
  • Page 7 VENUE Standalone Software VENUE | S6L Standalone software is free and available for download from our Knowledge Base: http://avid.force.com/pkb/articles/download/VENUE-Standalone-Software-Updates S6L Standalone software lets you do all of the following: • Learn the basics of the VENUE | S6L software interface to prepare for working at a full VENUE | S6L system. •...
  • Page 8 Pro Tools for S6L Each VENUE | S6L System includes Pro Tools and a Pro Tools iLok. Pro Tools Activation and download links are provided in the E6L Engine package. Use these to activate and download Pro Tools Software from your Avid Account to your compatible workstation.
  • Page 9 Pro Tools AVB Record/Playback Pro Tools AVB The S6L system provides direct connection to a computer running Pro Tools software. No additional audio hardware is required to connect your S6L system to Pro Tools. A single Ethernet connection lets you record multi-track Pro Tools sessions of performances using a variety of S6L system audio sources, including digital splits of your Stage inputs, channel Direct Outputs, and bus outputs.
  • Page 10 MADI Record/Playback In addition to Pro Tools AVB, you can also use either (or both) of the following MADI solutions to record and play back tracks. MADI-192 MADI Option Card • Requires one or more MADI-192 MADI Option Cards (sold separately) installed in the E6L Engine. •...
  • Page 11 VENUE Hardware Overview All VENUE | S6L systems are shipped in the following base configuration. 1x S6L Control Surface (32D, 24D, or 24) 1x E6L Engine (192 or 144), with 1x AVB-192 Network Card 1x Stage 64 I/O Rack, with 6x SRI (48 analog in) and 1x SRO (8 analog out) Additional Stage 64s (up to 3x) can be connected simultaneously (3x requires two AVB-192 Network Cards).
  • Page 12 Configuration 1 Maximum IO Capacity: Up to 64 Stage Inputs, and up to 32 Stage Outputs Requirements for Maximum I/O: •1x Stage 64 (8x 8-ch Input cards, 4x 8-ch Output cards) •1x AVB-192 Network Card in E6L Connections All connections are made between an “A” port and a “B” port. Examples (shown at left): •...
  • Page 13 Configuration 2 Single System with 2 Stage 64s Maximum IO Capacity: Up to 96 Stage Inputs, up to 64 Stage Outputs Requirements for Maximum IO: •2x Stage 64s, each with: Up to 6x 8-ch Input cards Up to 4x 8-ch Output cards (Maximum capacity for both Stage 64s.
  • Page 14 Configuration 3 Single System Expanded I/O Maximum Expanded IO Capacity: Up to 192 Stage Inputs, up to 96 Stage Outputs Requirements: •2x AVB-192 Network Cards in E6L Engine •3x Stage 64s, each with: Up to 8x 8-ch Input cards Up to 4x 8-ch Output cards Connections All connections are made between an “A”...
  • Page 15 Configuration 4 Maximum Expanded IO Capacity: Dual Systems with I/O Sharing Up to 192 Stage Inputs, and up to 96 Stage Outputs Requirements: • 2x S6L Control Surfaces • 2x E6L Engines, each with 2x AVB-192 Network Cards • Up to 3x Stage 64s, each w/ up to 8x 8-ch Input cards, and up to 4x 8-ch Output cards Stage 64 Inputs can be shared per-Stage 64;...
  • Page 16 Configurations with Stage 16 You can use VENUE Stage 16 IO boxes with S6L systems (requires VENUE software version 5.5 or later). Here are example diagrams of supported configurations with Stage 16s. Requirements: 2x AVB-192 Network Cards in E6L Engine(s) Connections: All connections are made between an “A”...
  • Page 17 Hardware Components and Expansion Options Follow the links below for descriptions of each S6L hardware component and available expansion options. S6L hardware components can be expanded for increased plug-in processing, local or stage I/O, and screen interaction. E6L Engine Stage 64 I/O Rack Stage 16 S6L Control Surface...
  • Page 18 E6L Engine E6L Engines are available in two configurations, E6L-192 and E6L-144. The following table describes the capabilities of each E6L Engine. Ethernet AVB HDX-192 DSP Cards Engines Input Channels Mix Busses Option Cards (Network) (Processing) E6L-192 base 96 + LCR Up to 8x Option Cards configuration 1x AVB-192...
  • Page 19 E6L Engine Expansion Options E6L Expansion Options AVB-192 Network Cards Each E6L includes one AVB-192 Network Card for connecting the E6L to other components in the system. You can add a second AVB-192 card to expand the IO capability of the system (by adding a third Stage 64, or up to four Stage 16s), to connect multiple systems to utilize I/O sharing (shared stage inputs and gain tracking), and for 128- channel AVB Virtual Soundcheck.
  • Page 20 Stage 64 I/O Rack Each Stage 64 I/O Rack ships from the factory with the following I/O: 48 analog inputs (XLR balanced) via 6x SRI Analog Input cards • 8 analog outputs (XLR balanced) via 1x SRO Analog Output card •...
  • Page 21 Stage 64 Expansion Options Each Stage 64 I/O Rack has a maximum I/O capacity of: 64 analog and/or digital input channels (up to 8x 8-channel Input cards, maximum) • 32 analog and/or digital output channels (up to 4x 8-channel Output cards, maximum) •...
  • Page 22 Stage 16 I/O Beginning with VENUE 5.5 you can use Avid Stage 16 I/O racks with S6L systems. Each Stage 16 provides the following I/O: 16 analog inputs with remotely controllable mic preamps and individually selectable phantom power • 8 analog outputs •...
  • Page 23 S6L Control Surface Expansion Options S6L-24 control surfaces can be upgraded to 24-D by installing Channel Touch Modules (CTMs). S6L-32D and S6L-24D control surfaces include CTMs from the factory. For descriptions and diagrams of supported configurations see the VENUE S6L Installation Guide.pdf.
  • Page 24 Personal Monitoring Avid VENUE | On-Stage Personal Mix Control with VENUE | On-Stage Avid VENUE | On-Stage app for iPad and iPhone lets performing artists remotely control master level, and level and pan of each member channel feeding a selected Aux monitor mix or Mains. VENUE | On-Stage easily connects to a supported VENUE | S6L (or VENUE | S3L-X) system via Wi-Fi.

  • Page 25: Audio Distribution

    Personal Monitoring Audio Distribution Audio Distribution You can easily connect your personal monitoring solution of choice to S6L, using any available analog, AES, TOSLINK, MADI, or Dante outputs. Integrating S6L’s 96k native digital audio with external 48k gear is easy. You can use the built-in MADI Out on each Stage 64 (configure it for 48k).
  • Page 26 Resources: Support and Customer Care To contact Avid support and for information about Support Plans visit: Contact Audio & Music Support For information and links for downloads, activation and registration, Knowledge Base, resources (documentation, data sheets, brochures, and similar), training, community resources, repairs and warranty, and video resources, visit: VENUE | S6L Systems Learn &...
  • Page 27 Resources: Training and Documentation Training and Curriculum Find a VENUE Training Course Webinars (Video Training and Interviews on Avid.com) http://www.avid.com/live-sound-webinars Live Sound Videos (More Live Sound Video Resources on Avid.com) http://www.avidblogs.com/live-sound-videos/ YouTube Discover the powerful and intuitive workflows of the Avid VENUE | S6L live sound system.
  • Page 28 Resources: Community and Social Take advantage of the following resources to participate in the ever-growing S6L global community, and contribute to the development of current and future Avid products. User Conferences (Avid Pro Audio Community for Pro Tools, VENUE, and Other Avid Audio Products) VENUE Ideascale (Make and Vote on Suggestions for New Features and Products) Social...
  • Page 29 Specifications: Weight Weight S6L-32D S6L-24D/24 E6L Engine Stage 64 Stage 16 154.5 lbs (70 kg) 119 lbs (54 kg) 74 lbs (33.5 kg) Empty: 46 lbs (20.8 kg) 21 lbs (9.5 kg) Weight Full: 69 lbs (31.2 kg)
  • Page 30 Specifications: Power S6L Control Surface Power S6L-32D Power Measurements, 110V/60Hz Parameter Measurement Units Accuracy (±) Notes RMS Input Voltage 0.05% + 0.25V Frequency 0.1% ± 1 digit RMS Input Current 2.425 0.1% + 0.15A Peak Input Current 61.188 0.2% + 0.5A Internally limited by AC supply Crest Factor 1.64...
  • Page 31 Specifications: Power E6L Engine Power E6L Engine Configuration: E6L-192, with 1x AVB-192 Network Card and 1x HDX DSP Card. Add 0.3 A for each HDX-192 DSP Card. E6L-192 Engine Power Measurements, 110V/60Hz Parameter Measurement Units Accuracy (±) Notes RMS Input Voltage 0.05% + 0.25V Frequency 0.1% ±...
  • Page 32 Specifications: Power Stage 64 Power Stage 64 Configuration: 6x SRI Analog Input Cards, x1 DSI Digital Input Card, 3x SRO Analog Output Cards, 1x DSO Digital Output Card. Actual power consumption can vary depending on the number and type of cards installed. Stage 64 I/O Rack Power Measurements, 110V/60Hz Parameter Measurement...
  • Page 33 Specifications: Power Stage 16 Power Stage 16 measurements taken using 0dBFS level on all analog output channels. Phantom power load of 4mA placed on 13 of 16 input channels. Stage 16 I/O Rack Power Measurements, 110V/60Hz Parameter Measurement Units Accuracy (±) Notes RMS Input Voltage 0.05% + 0.25V...
  • Page 34 Dimensions: S6L-32D Parameter Specification Maximum Height, Front 3.6 inches (92 mm) Maximum Height, Back 15.3 inches (388 mm) Maximum Width 51.2 inches (1302 mm) Maximum Depth 30.9 inches (786.5 mm)
  • Page 35 Dimensions: S6L-24D/24 Parameter Specification Maximum Height, Front 3.6 inches (92 mm) Maximum Height, Back 15.3 inches (388 mm) Maximum Width 38.8 inches (986 mm) Maximum Depth 30.9 inches (786.5 mm)
  • Page 36 Dimensions: E6L Engine Parameter Specification Maximum Height 8.6 inches (218.7 mm) Rack Spaces Maximum Width 19 inches (483 mm) Depth with Bezel 21.2 inches (537 mm) Depth without Bezel 19.6 inches (497 mm)
  • Page 37 Dimensions: Stage 64 Parameter Specification Maximum Height 17.5 in (444.5 mm) Rack Spaces Width with Rack Ears 19 inches (483 mm) Width without Rack Ears 17 inches (430.9 mm) Maximum Depth 12.2 in (309.8 mm)
  • Page 38 Dimensions: Stage 16 Parameter Specification Maximum Height 6.9 in (175.2 mm) Rack Spaces Width (with Rack Ears) 19 inches (483 mm) Width (Rack Ears configured as handles) 15.6 inches (396 mm) Depth (with Rack Ears) 7.9 in (201 mm) Depth (Rack Ears configured as handles) 9.8 in (249 mm)

  • Page 39: Cabling Requirements

    Cabling Requirements Power Connections • Power connections on all S6L system devices are auto voltage-selecting (100 to 240V nominal, 90-260V maximal, 50–60 Hz). • Make sure your power source is correctly rated for the number of units you are connecting. A surge-protected power source (not included) is highly recommended. Audio Network Connections •...
  • Page 40 Other VENUE Systems Follow these links for information about S3L-X/S3L systems, and legacy VENUE systems. S3L-X Follow this link for Legacy Systems and Other Products then choose Filter by category > Live Sound.