DIGITALAUDIO MIXING CONSOLE
OXF-R3
[English]
OPERATION MANUAL
1st Edition (Revised 3)
Software Version 3.0 and Later
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OXF-IO3000
Peak Inrush Current
(1) Mise sous tension (ON), méthode de sondage du
OXF-CP3048PS
courant:
20A (100)
70A (240V)
(1) Power ON, current probe method:
50A (100V)
110A (240V)
(2) Mesuré conformément à la norme européenne
(2) Hot switching inrush current, measured in
accordance with European standard EN55103-1:
40A (230V)
EN55103-1:
30A (230V)
OXF-SP3000
Spitzenstrom
OXF-CP3048PS
(1) Power ON, current probe method:
40A (100V)
80A (240V)
(1) Einschaltstrom, Stromsonde:
50A (100V)
(2) Hot switching inrush current, measured in
accordance with European standard EN55103-1:
80A (230V)
110A (240V)
(2) Gemessen in EN55103-1:
40A (230V)
OXF-IO3000
OXF-SP3000
(1) Power ON, current probe method:
20A (100V)
(1) Einschaltstrom, Stromsonde:
40A (100V)
70A (240V)
80A (240V)
(2) Hot switching inrush current, measured in
accordance with European standard EN55103-1:
30A (230V)
(2) Gemessen in EN55103-1:
80A (230V)
OXF-IO3000
Appel de Courant de Crête
OXF-CP3048PS
(1) Einschaltstrom, Stromsonde:
20A (100V)
70A (240V)
(1) Mise sous tension (ON), méthode de sondage du
(2) Gemessen in EN55103-1:
courant:
50A (100V)
110A (240V)
30A (230V)
(2) Mesuré conformément à la norme européenne
EN55103-1:
40A (230V)
OXF-SP3000
(1) Mise sous tension (ON), méthode de sondage du
courant:
40A (100V)
80A (240V)
(2) Mesuré conformément à la norme européenne
EN55103-1:
80A (230V)
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OXF-CP3048PS only
WARNING
This unit has no power switch.
When installing the unit, incorporate a readily
accessible disconnect device in the fixed wiring, or
connect the power cord to a socket-outlet which must
be provided near the unit and easily accessible.
If a fault should occur during operation of the unit,
operate the disconnect device to switch the power
supply off, or disconnect the power cord.
WARNUNG
Dieses Gerät hat keinen Netzschalter.
Beim Einbau des Geräts ist daher im Festkabel ein
leicht zugänglicher Unterbrecher einzufügen, oder das
Netzkabel muß mit einer in der Nähe des Geräts
befindlichen, leicht zugänglichen Wandsteckdose
verbunden werden.
Wenn während des Betriebs eine Funktionsstörung
auftritt, ist der Unterbrecher zu betätigen bzw, das
Netzkabel abzuziehen, damit die Stromversorgung
zum Gerät unterbrochen wird.
WARNING: THIS WARNING IS APPLICABLE FOR
USA ONLY.
If used in USA, use the UL LISTED power cord
specified below.
DO NOT USE ANY OTHER POWER CORD.
Plug Cap Parallel blade with ground pin
(NEMA 5-15P Configuration)
Cord
Length
Rating
Type SJT, three 16 or 18 AWG wires
Less than 2.5 m (8 ft 3 in)
Minimum 10 A, 125 V
Using this unit at a voltage other than 120V may
require the use of a different line cord or attachment
plug, or both.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, refer
servicing to qualified service personnel.
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Table of Contents
About This Manua.l...................................................................................5
1-1 Overview ......................................................................................... 1-2
1-2 Data Flow........................................................................................ 1-4
1-3 Signal Flow...................................................................................... 1-6
Chapter 1
Overview
2-1 OXF-R3 Start-Up........................................................................... 2-2
2-1-1 Start-Up Procedure............................................................. 2-2
2-2 OXF-R3 Shutdown......................................................................... 2-4
2-2-1 Shutdown Procedure .......................................................... 2-4
Chapter 2
Powering The OXF-R3
3-1 The Control Surfac.e..................................................................... 3-2
Chapter 3
Getting Started
3 - 2 Fader
3 - 3 Assignable
3 - 4 Input Channel,
3 - 5 Free Assign Area and Dynamic.s.............................. 3 - 1 1
Paging.......................................................................... 3 - 8
Channel Processing................................. 3 - 9
Equaliser and Filte.r..s........... 3 - 1 0
3 - 6 Multitrack,
Routing
and
for
Multitrack,
Multi-Form.a..t................. 3 - 1 2
Super Send Groups
3 - 7 S e n d s......................................................................................... 3 - 1 3
3 - 8 Select To Faders.............................................................. 3 - 1 4
3 - 9 Select To Pans................................................................... 3 - 1 7
3-10 Basic Console Operation.s....................................... 3 - 1 8
3-10-1 To Route a Mic or Line Input to the Main Output Bus ... 3-19
3-10-2 To Set Up a Super Send Group from Channel Inputs...... 3-20
3-10-3 To Send Signals to Tracks on Tape ................................. 3-21
3-10-4 To Monitor Signals to and from Tape.............................. 3-22
3-10-5 To Set Up a Stereo Headphone Mix for Foldback 1 O/P 3-23
3-10-6 To Equalise Signal Feeding the Multitrack ..................... 3-24
3-10-7 To Equalise Monitor Signal Post Multitrack ................... 3-25
3-10-8 To Insert Dynamics Pre Multitrack Send......................... 3-26
3-10-9 To Insert Dynamics Post Multitrack Return .................... 3-27
3-10-10 To Bounce Tracks ............................................................ 3-28
3-10-11 To Set Up Super Send Groups from Multitrack .............. 3-29
3-10-12 To Set Up a De-Esser Using Dynamics Side-Chain EQ.. 3-30
3-10-13 To Link Compressor Side-Chains in a Group ................. 3-31
3-10-14 To Link Compressor Side-Chains so that One Channel
Controls a Second Channel .............................................. 3-32
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4-1 The Basic (Default) Signal Path................................................... 4-2
4-2 Stereo Mix-Down Signal Path with Processing Insert.e.d......... 4-4
4-3 Mix-Down with Post Channel Fader Inse.r..t............................. 4-6
4-4 Recording to a Multitrac.k........................................................... 4-7
4-5 In-Line Channel Multitrack Recording Set-.u..p....................... 4-8
4-6 In-Line Channel with Insert Post Channel Fader
Chapter 4
Signal Paths
(Monitor Function.)....................................................................... 4-9
4-7 SEND 1 Pre Fader Headphones Fee..d...................................... 4-10
4-8 SEND 1 Post Fader Headphones Fee.d..................................... 4-11
4-9 Broadcast Mode........................................................................... 4-12
4-10 Channel Metering........................................................................ 4-15
4-10-1 Channel Meter Default..................................................... 4-15
4-10-2 Channel Meters to Input .................................................. 4-15
4-10-3 Send Monitor ................................................................... 4-16
4-10-4 Return Monitor ................................................................ 4-16
4-10-5 MULTI in Channel Path .................................................. 4-17
4-11 Dynamics Side-Chain Linking................................................... 4-18
4-11-1 Dynamics Side-Chain Link Right .................................... 4-18
4-11-2 Dynamics Side-Chain Busses 1-4 .................................... 4-20
4-12Mixing to the Main Output Bu.s............................. 4 - 2 2
4-12-1 Main Output Bus Set-up .................................................. 4-24
4-12-2 Channel Signal to the Main Output ................................. 4-26
4-13
Multi-Stem
Set-up........................................................ 4 - 2 9
4-13-1 Multi-Stem Set-up Procedure .......................................... 4-32
4-13-2 Multi-Stem Monitor Path ................................................. 4-36
4-13-3 Multi-Stem Source Channels ........................................... 4-40
4-13-4 STEM Monitor Switching ............................................... 4-48
4-13-5 STEM Monitor Switching GUI Set-up ............................ 4-50
4-13-6 Fold-Down Matrix GUIs ................................................. 4-52
5-1 The Master Control Screen..s........................................................ 5-2
5 - 2Channel Screens.................................................................... 5 - 5
Chapter 5
Control Screens
5-2-1 Routing GUI........................................................................... 5-8
5-2-2 I/O GUI ................................................................................ 5-11
5-2-3 Equaliser & Filters GUI ....................................................... 5-28
5-2-4 Dynamics GUI ..................................................................... 5-29
5-2-5 Preferences GUI ................................................................... 5-30
5-2-6 Master GUI (Includes Main Bus Outputs) ........................... 5-39
6 - 1OXF-R3 System Description............................................ 6 - 2
6-1-1 Control Surface Configurations ........................................... 6-3
6-2 Channels Section Panels................................................................ 6-6
6-2-1 Fader Panel........................................................................... 6-6
6-2-2 Select to Faders Panel .......................................................... 6-9
6-2-3 Pans Panel .......................................................................... 6-13
6-2-4 Select to Pans Panel ........................................................... 6-15
6-2-5 Input and Equaliser Panel .................................................. 6-17
6-2-6 Free Assign Area & Dynamics Panel ................................ 6-20
6-2-7 Multitrack Panel ................................................................. 6-25
Chapter 6
Technical Descriptions
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6-2-8 Routing Panel ..................................................................... 6-28
6-2-9 LCD Channel Screen Panel ............................................... 6-31
6-2-10 Sends 1-24 Panel ................................................................ 6-32
Chapter 6
Technical Descriptions
6 - 3Central
Section
Panels................................................. 6 - 3 8
6-3-1 Master Fader Panel ............................................................ 6-38
6-3-2 Monitor Panel..................................................................... 6-39
6-3-3 Control Keyboard Panel..................................................... 6-62
6-3-4 Super Send Groups, Send Outputs and
Multi-Format Panel ............................................................ 6-76
6-3-5 Central Section Faders ....................................................... 6-86
6-3-6 Control LCD Screen Panel................................................. 6-87
6-3-7 QWERTY Keyboard.......................................................... 6-88
6-3-8 Trackerballs........................................................................ 6-89
6 - 4Meter
Bridge......................................................................... 6 - 9 0
6-4-1 Mono Channel Meters........................................................ 6-90
6-4-2 Stereo Centre Section Meters............................................. 6-92
6-4-3 Other Meter Bridge Indicators ........................................... 6-95
6 - 5Signal
Processing
Rack................................................. 6 - 9 6
6-5-1 SP Rack Modules ............................................................... 6-96
6 - 6I/O Racks................................................................................ 6 - 9 7
6-6-1 I/O Rack Modules .............................................................. 6-97
7 - 1The Basics................................................................................ 7 - 2
Chapter 7
Session Management™
7 - 2Files
Hierarchy
and
Automatable
Contro..l.s..... 7 - 3
7-2-1 Files Hierarchy ..................................................................... 7-3
7-2-2 Automatable Controls .......................................................... 7-6
7 - 3File Data Storage............................................................... 7 - 7
7 - 4Programme
Materia..l........................................................... 7 - 8
7 - 5Mixing Overview.................................................................... 7 - 9
7-5-1 Getting Started ..................................................................... 7-9
7-5-2 Name the Artist/Project and Title ...................................... 7-10
7-5-3 To Set Cue Points............................................................... 7-11
7-5-4 To Automate Cuts .............................................................. 7-13
7-5-5 To Save a Mix .................................................................... 7-19
7-5-6 To Automate Fader Moves ................................................ 7-20
7-5-7 Dropping Out of Write on Subsequent Mix Passes ........... 7-21
7-5-8 To Record Absolute Moves for a Number of Faders........ 7-22
7-5-9 To Trim Fader Moves ........................................................ 7-22
7-5-10 To Trim Moves for a Number of Faders............................ 7-22
7-5-11 To Automate a Pan Move (or any other Knob) ................. 7-23
7-5-12 To Assemble a Mix ............................................................ 7-24
(Continued)
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7-6 The Session Management™ Screen Pages ................................. 7-27
7-6-1 The Start-up Logo Screen .................................................. 7-27
7-6-2 The System Screen............................................................. 7-28
7-6-3 The Machines Screen ......................................................... 7-30
7-6-4 Artists/Projects & Titles Screen ......................................... 7-32
7-6-5 Mixes & Cues Screen......................................................... 7-35
7-6-6 Merge/Assemble Screen .................................................... 7-40
7-6-7 Track Lists Screen.............................................................. 7-46
7-6-8 Snapshots, Copy & Link Screen ........................................ 7-49
7-6-9 Copy Channel Fader Balance to M/T Faders and M/T to
Channels............................................................................. 7-60
Chapter 7
Session Management™
7-6-10 Copy Monitor and M/T Send Fader Balance to Cues ........ 7-60
7-6-11 Quick Copy EQ A to B and B to A.................................... 7-60
7-6-12 Machine Remotes Screen................................................... 7-61
7 - 7Dynamic Automation Moves ............................................ 7 - 6 4
7-7-1 Motorised Fader Controls .................................................. 7-64
7-7-2 Automating Faders ............................................................. 7-65
7-7-3 To Automate Cuts .............................................................. 7-70
7-7-4 To Automate Other Switches ............................................. 7-76
7-7-5 To Automate a Pan Move (or any other knob) .................. 7-77
7-7-6 Dropping Out of Write on Subsequent Mix Passes
for Knobs ........................................................................... 7-78
7-7-7 To Trim Pan Moves (or any other knob) ........................... 7-78
7-7-8 Automation Off and Selective Automation Isolate............ 7-79
7-7-9 Film Mode.......................................................................... 7-80
7-7-10 Global Ready Enable ......................................................... 7-81
7 - 8Offline
Automation........................................................... 7 - 8 4
7 - 9MIDI............................................................................................ 7 - 8 9
7-9-1 MIDI Control Pages ........................................................... 7-89
7-9-2 Setting MIDI parameters.................................................... 7-90
7-9-3 MIDI Bars & Beats ............................................................ 7-93
7-10 Backups................................................................................ 7 - 9 5
7-11
Preferences .....................................................................7 - 1 0 1
Software Installation/Upgrades........................................................... A-2
Multi-Format LS Calibratio..n............................................................ A-3
Specifications......................................................................................... A-6
OXF-R3 Diagnostics........................................................................... A-17
Index........................................................................................................ I-1
Appendixes
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About This Manual
Purpose and intended readers
This is the operation manual for the OXF-R3 digital
audio mixing console. It explains how to use the
OXF-R3 to record, mix and output digital audio
signals.
Chapter 6 Technical Descriptions
Provides the descriptions of all the modules of the
OXF-R3, including the names, locations and functions
of the controls. This chapter also includes descriptions
of the associated SP Rack and I/O Rack system.
Chapter 7 Session Management™ System
Describes the sophisticated and flexible Session
Management™ system available to OXF-R3 users,
including automation of functions - a key feature of the
Session Management™ system. Both static and
dynamic automation is possible using the OXF-R3.
This manual is aimed at professionals such as
operators and engineers working in high-end recording
studios, production companies and broadcasting
stations. It is assumed that the reader has prior
experience of using professional audio equipment.
Use this manual as a reference, by referring to the
chapters as summarised below. If however you have
limited experience of using this kind of equipment, we
recommend that you read through the entire manual.
The block diagrams contained in this manual are
intended to help you understand the signal flow and
operation of the OXF-R3.
Appendixes
Provide the information for the following:
• Software installation/upgrades
• Multi-format LS calibration
• Specifications
• Diagnostic facilities (There are no user operable
diagnostic facilities provided in this version of the
OXF-R3).
Model numbers covered by this manual
This manual refers in general terms to the OXF-R3.
The illustrations show the 24-C-24 version, which is
the current model.
Organisation
This manual is divided into the following seven
chapters and four appendixes:
Chapter 1 Overview
Introduces the features of the OXF-R3 and how it may
be used to configure a complete system.
Chapter 2 Powering the OXF-R3
Includes the system power-up procedure and the
boot-up sequence for the host computer.
Chapter 3 Getting Started
Gives an overview of the OXF-R3 control surface
describing the principles of operation. The panels are
described in enough detail to allow the experienced
operator to start using the OXF-R3.
Chapter 4 Signal Paths
Explains the general principles of building signal paths
and gives examples of types of signal paths that may
be built from the basic default signal path existing at
‘fire-up’.
Chapter 5 Control Screens
Lists all the control screens available in the OXF-R3.
The screens related to the channels and mixer
functions are described in detail.
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Conventions used in this manual
This manual uses the following conventions:
Chapter 3, Section 10
•
•
Subsection 5
within Section 10
Operation
Step number
•
Cross-reference within
the manual
Important note
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Related manuals
In addition to this operation manual, the following
manuals are available for the OXF-R3:
• Installation Manual
• Service Manual
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Glossary of Terms
ABS
ADC
AES
AFL
ATR
AUX
Absolute
O/B
O/L
Outside Broadcast
Overload
Analogue to Digital Converter
Audio Engineering Society
After Fader Listen
Audio Tape Recorder
Auxiliary
PAN
PCB
PCM
PFL
Panoramic
Printed Circuit Board
Pulse Code Modulation
Pre Fader Listen
CAL
CH
Calibrated or Calibration
Channel
PSU
Power Supply Unit
CMRR
CR
Common Mode Rejection Ratio
Control Room
RET
RSL
Return
Remote Studio Link
DAC
DAT
DIV
Digital to Analogue Converter
Digital Audio Tape
Divergence
S-C
Side Chain
SDDS
SDIF
SEL
Sony Dynamic Digital Sound
Sony Digital Interface Format
Select
DYN
Dynamics
SIG
Signal
EBU
EDL
EQ
European Broadcasting Union
Edit Decision List
Equaliser or Equalisation
External
SM
SMPTE
Session Management
Society of Motion Picture & Television
Engineers
Session Management System
Signal Processing
Sound Pressure Level
Sample Rate Converter
Super Send Group
Stereo
EXT
SMS
SP
FILT
FS
Filter
Sampling Frequency
SPL
SRC
SSG
STER
SUR
S/W
GDC
GPI
GUI
Global Delay Compensation
General Purpose Interface
Graphical User Interface
Surround
Software
HF
HMF
H/W
High Frequency
Higher Mid Frequency
Hardware
T/B
TC
TCF
TFT
T/LIST
TRM
Talkback
Time Code
Time Code Frame
Thin Film Transistor
Track List
I/O
Input/Output
Trim
LCD
LED
LF
LMF
L/R
LS
Liquid Crystal Display
Light Emitting Diode
Low Frequency
Lower Mid Frequency
Left/Right
VCA
VDU
VGA
Voltage Controlled Amplifier
Video Display Unit
Video Graphics Array
Loudspeaker
MADI
MF
Multi-Channel Audio Digital Interface
Mid Frequency
MIC
Microphone
MIDI
M.O.
MON
M/T
Musical Instrument Digital Interface
Magneto-Optical (disk)
Monitor
Multitrack
MTR
Meter
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Chapter 1 – Overview
This chapter introduces the OXF-R3 digital audio mixing console and
describes the main features. An example system configuration and a
signal flow diagram are included.
Chapter 1 Contents
1-1 Overview ......................................................................................... 1-2
1-2 Data Flow ........................................................................................ 1-4
1-3 Signal Flow ...................................................................................... 1-6
Chapter 1 Overview
1-1
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1-1 Overview
The OXF-R3 is a ‘high end’ digital audio mixing console system. It
comprises four main components:
• Control Console with Modular Control Surface
• Host Computer
• Signal Processing (SP) Rack
• Digital and Analogue I/O Racks
The following illustration shows a basic system concept diagram.
2 1
4 3
5
System Concept diagram
1 SP Rack
4 Digital and Analogue I/O Racks
2 Host Computer
5 Control Console
3 Multitrack Tape Recorder(s)
1-2
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Control Console
Compared with traditional console designs, the OXF-R3 offers greater
flexibility within more compact dimensions by using an assignable control
surface.
Modular Control Surface
The control surface of the OXF-R3 makes extensive use of assignable
panels to provide a console of manageable size for either one or two
operators, whilst giving greatly increased functionality. The current
system is capable of controlling up to 96 full channels and 12 stereo return
channels. The modular system divides functionally into the master
section, located in the centre, and the channel sections located either side
of the master section.
Signal Processing (SP) Rack
The SP rack is designed to use the minimum number of signal processing
cards depending on the system size. A high level Software Design Tools
System is used to generate automatically the low level software microcode
which runs the SP system. Data links to and from the control console are
via Ethernet connections, whilst a MADI interface is used between the SP
rack and the I/O racks. Additional bandwidth, available within the MADI
signal, is used to pass data for purposes such as remote control of analogue
amplifier gain.
Digital and Analogue I/O Racks
The I/O racks are designed to be located close to the equipment with which
they interface. Each I/O rack can contain a mix of up to 56 high quality
analogue inputs and/or outputs on 10 analogue I/O cards. Each analogue
card handles 4 or 8 inputs and 4 or 8 outputs according to its type. A mix
of input and output cards in the same I/O rack may, for example, allow cue
outputs for headphones to be local to appropriate microphone sources.
The digital and analogue I/O are housed in a single rack type. Digital I/O
has the same capability as the analogue, of up to 56 inputs and 56 outputs
per rack via AES/EBU and SDIF-2 (24) modules. The digital I/O system
also includes modules for Timecode, 9-Pin, GPI and MIDI. MADI
connections may be made directly to the SP rack.
Machine Control
Machine control for the OXF-R3 is accomplished via Sony 9-Pin control
and third party devices such as the “motionworker”, supplied by
Motionworks Ltd.
Note:
Refer to the Appendixes in this manual for further details of OXF-R3 capabilities.
Chapter 1 Overview
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1-2 Data Flow
1
2
C
AUTOMATION
MEDIA
SUB
HOST COMPUTER
CR MONITORS 1
CONTROL FOR SP AUDIO PROCESSING & MACHINES
SYSTEM STATUS & DISPLAY DATA
MODEM
CR MONITORS 2
CR MONITORS 3
SP RACK
MADI
4
SURROUND L
SURROUND R
FX RACK
MADI
2 TRACK ANALOGUE
AUDIO
AUDIO
I/O RACK
GPI
AUDIO
Sample installation illustrating Audio & Control Data flow
1 Control Room
2 Rack Room
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RECORD
LISTEN
REHEARSE
CUE
STUDIO
L/S
GPI
FOLDBACK
AUDIO
AUDIO
AUDIO
I/O RACK
GAIN
MADI
FS
MADI
TC
FS OUT
SYNCHRONISER
TC
MOTIONWORKER PROTOCOL
MASTER TC
MOTIONWORKER
PCM-3348 48 TRACK
GPI
RECORD REMOTES & TALLIES
I/O
RACK
TC
TRANSPORT 9P
TC
TRANSPORT 9P
TRANSPORT 9P
TC
TRANSPORT 9P
TC
PCM-9000
MASTERDISC
PCM-7050
DAT
PCM-7050
DAT
PCM-7050
DAT
AES/EBU
AES/EBU
AES/EBU
AES/EBU
TIME CODE
CONTROL DATA
AUDIO DATA
3 Studio
4 Machine Room
Chapter 1 Overview
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1-3 Signal Flow
SELECTOR 1
SELECTORS 2-7
SELECTORS 2-7
SELECTORS 2-7
SELECTOR 8
SELECTOR 8
SELECTOR 8
MAIN
OUTPUT
BUS
ST.
LCRS
5.1
BYPASS
FILTERS
Ø
Ø
Ø
SUPER
SEND GPs
1-16
MIC
M/T
5 BAND EQ
DYNAMICS
INSERT
7.1
ST
LCRS
5.1
7.1
UP
M/T
BUSSES
1-48
DELAY FX
FADER
48 M/T
SENDS
&
TO 8
STEMS
LINE
RETURNS
MULTITRACK
FUTURE SP
CUE &
AUXILIARY
SENDS 1-24
CHs 1-48
SELECTOR 1
MAIN
OUTPUT
BUS
ST.
BYPASS
FILTERS
LCRS
5.1
Ø
Ø
Ø
SUPER
SEND GPs
1-16
MIC
M/T
5 BAND EQ
DYNAMICS
INSERT
7.1
ST
LCRS
5.1
M/T
BUSSES
1-48
DELAY FX
FADER
7.1
48 M/T
DIRECT
OUTPUTS
UP
TO 8
STEMS
LINE
MULTITRACK
FUTURE SP
CUE &
AUXILIARY
SENDS 1-24
CHs 49-96
SELECTOR 1
MAIN
OUTPUT
BUS
ST.
BYPASS
LCRS
5.1
Ø
Ø
Ø
SUPER
SEND GPs
1-16
MIC
M/T
2 BAND EQ
7.1
INSERT
DELAY FX
FADER
LINE
FUTURE SP
CUE &
AUXILIARY
SENDS 1-24
RETURN CHs 97-120
OXF-R3 signal flow
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MAIN OUTPUT BUS - STEREO, LCRS, 5.1 or 7.1
16 SUPER SEND GROUPS - MONO, STEREO, LCR, LCRS, 5.0, 5.1, 7.0 & 7.1
48 MULTITRACK BUSSES - Up to 8 MULTI-CHANNEL STEMS
CUE & AUXILIARY SENDS 1-24
MONITOR SECTION
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Chapter 2 – Powering The OXF-R3
This chapter provides step-by-step procedures for starting up the OXF-R3,
including the power-up sequence and the booting of the Host Computer. It
also includes the procedure for controlled shutdown of the OXF-R3.
Chapter 2 Contents
2-1 OXF-R3 Start-Up ........................................................................... 2-2
2-1-1 Start-up Procedure ............................................................... 2-2
2-2 OXF-R3 Shutdown ......................................................................... 2-4
2-2-1 Shutdown Procedure ............................................................ 2-4
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2-1 OXF-R3 Start-Up
CAUTIONS:
1. Before starting-up the OXF-R3, check that all Monitor
Loudspeaker Power Amps are turned off or muted.
2. Switch on equipment in the sequence given here, to ensure trouble-
free start-up.
2-1-1 Start-Up Procedure
1. Check that the motionworker and Lynx Time Code Module are already
switched on and running normally.
2. Switch on the power to the SP Rack.
3. Switch on the power to the Host Computer.
4. Switch on the power to the I/O Racks.
Note:
It is important that the I/O racks are switched on in the sequence of the Sync
Clock wiring loop connected to the clock inputs of the I/O Racks.
5. The Host Computer performs its start-up and self-test routines. At the
end of these routines, a triple chevron prompt >>> should be displayed
on the monitor.
6. Type b then press {RETURN} to start the boot-up process for the
OXF-R3 system.
Note:
If your Host Computer has been configured for Auto-boot (an option at set-up),
the triple chevron prompt will not be displayed and boot-up will proceed
automatically.
7. At the end of the boot-up procedure, the Login field will be displayed
on the monitor.
8. Now switch on the power to the control panel. All 7 LCD screens will
show activity as programs are downloaded from the Host Computer to
the computers within the console. When downloading is completed,
an ‘X’ is displayed in the centre of each screen.
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9. Log in at the Host Computer. Note that the user name and password
below are the system defaults.
Type sm (case-sensitive) then press {RETURN}.
Type in the password: oxf-r3 (case-sensitive), then press {RETURN}.
Notes:
1 oxf-r3 is the default password. This may be changed but its modification must
be carried out with help from Sony personnel.
2 Login can be initiated while programs are still being downloaded from the Host
Computer. It is not necessary to wait until all the console LCD screens are
displaying ‘X’ in their centres.
10. Once logged-in, a window is displayed on the monitor of the Host
Computer. Use the mouse to move the cursor into this window entitled
STIF. Note that the window surround changes colour from green to
red, to indicate that this is now the active window.
11. Check that the console LCD screens are all displaying ‘X’ before
proceeding, then:
Type: run_r3 (case-sensitive) then press {RETURN}.
12. Observe that the centre LCD screen in the console displays a summary
of the processes being executed by the Host Computer which are
displayed in greater detail on the monitor.
13. When the loading of the Netlist is complete, the centre screen of the
console displays the OXF-R3 logo.
14. Switch-on is now complete, but wait until all controls on the control
panel are initialised (indicated by their lighting up) before operating
the system.
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2-2 OXF-R3 Shutdown
CAUTION:
Turn off or mute all monitor amplifiers connected to the OXF-R3.
Unless the OXF-R3 is to remain switched off for a prolonged period, it
will be more convenient to leave the Clock Synchronisation source
running.
2-2-1 Shutdown Procedure
1. At the centre LCD screen on the OXF-R3 control surface, use the
appropriate softkey to select SYSTEM.
Note:
If necessary, retrace a number of steps through the screens hierarchy to reach this
point. Refer to the Screens Structure diagram in Chapter 5 for detailed
information on the screen page hierarchy.
2. On the SYSTEM screen page, click on SYSTEM SHUTDOWN on the
right side of the screen if it is displayed.
3. If SHUTDOWN is not displayed click on the ‘User field’ for a pop-up
and click on ADMIN. Enter the admin password (default is admin in
lower case) and click on OK. The field which includes SYSTEM
SHUTDOWN will then appear in the right side of the screen. Click on
it. A dialogue box will appear on the screen to request confirmation of
Shutdown and ask if current work should be saved. Press {ENTER} on
the Control Keyboard or click on OK.
4. The console now shuts down and power to the control surface can be
turned off but the STIF and UNIX windows on the Host Computer
monitor remain.
5. On the Host Computer, place the mouse cursor in the STIF window
and
Type: exit (case-sensitive) then press {RETURN}.
Note:
It is important to switch off the power to the control surface for a minimum of 10
seconds before attempting a re-start.
6. For a re-boot, turn on the power to the control surface again and follow
the Start-Up Procedure, in the previous section, from step 11. For a
complete power-down, continue with step 7 in this section.
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7. To shut down the Host Computer, place the cursor in the UNIX
window, and
Type: su (case-sensitive) which stands for ‘superuser’, then press
{RETURN}.
8. At the ‘password’ prompt:
Type the superuser password, oxf-r3 (case sensitive) is the default,
then press {RETURN}.
9. At the prompt which follows:
Type: shutdown -h now (case sensitive), then press {RETURN}.
10. Wait for the >>> prompt to appear before powering down the Host
Computer, SP and I/O Racks.
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Chapter 3 – Getting Started
This chapter gives an overview of the control surface layout and
functionality. It also provides easy to follow, step-by-step procedures for
basic operations of the console. These are designed to help the
experienced operator become familiar with the OXF-R3 within a short
period of time.
Chapter 3 Contents
3-1 The Control Surface ...................................................................... 3-2
3-2 FaderPaging .................................................................................... 3-8
3-3 AssignableChannelProcessing ...................................................... 3-9
3-4 InputChannel,EqualiserandFilters ............................................. 3-10
3-5 FreeAssignAreaandDynamics ................................................... 3-11
3-6 Multitrack,RoutingforMultitrack,SuperSendGroupsand
Multi-Format ............................................................................... 3-12
3-7 Sends ............................................................................................. 3-13
3-8 Select To Faders .......................................................................... 3-14
3-9 Select To Pans .............................................................................. 3-17
3-10 Basic Console Operations ........................................................... 3-18
3-10-1 To Route a Mic or Line Input to the Main Output Bus ... 3-19
3-10-2 To Set Up a Super Send Group from Channel Inputs...... 3-20
3-10-3 To Send Signals to Tracks on Tape ................................. 3-21
3-10-4 To Monitor Signals to and from Tape.............................. 3-22
3-10-5 To Set Up a Stereo Headphone Mix for Foldback 1 O/P 3-23
3-10-6 To Equalise Signal Feeding the Multitrack ..................... 3-24
3-10-7 To Equalise Monitor Signal Post Multitrack ................... 3-25
3-10-8 To Insert Dynamics Pre Multitrack Send......................... 3-26
3-10-9 To Insert Dynamics Post Multitrack Return .................... 3-27
3-10-10 To Bounce Tracks ............................................................ 3-28
3-10-11 To Set Up Super Send Groups from Multitrack .............. 3-29
3-10-12 To Set Up a De-Esser Using Dynamics Side-Chain EQ.. 3-30
3-10-13 To Link Compressor Side-Chains in a Group.................. 3-31
3-10-14 To Link Compressor Side-Chains so that One Channel
Controls a Second Channel .............................................. 3-32
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3-1 The Control Surface
The OXF-R3 comes in two configurations known as the 24-C-24 and the
24-C-0. The basic elements are illustrated below.
1
2
4
3
24-C-24 Control Surface Configuration
1
4
2
24-C-0 Control Surface Configuration
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Control Surface Elements
1 Left hand 24 Fader Channels Section
2 Central Master Section
3 Right hand 24 Fader Channels Section
4 Meter Bridge
The Control Surface in general
A key feature of the OXF-R3 is its Assignable Panels, which divide further
into four basic areas:
• INPUT CHANNEL, EQUALISER and FILTERS
• FREE ASSIGN AREA & DYNAMICS
• MULTITRACK, ROUTING for MULTITRACK, SUPER SEND
GROUPS and MULTI-FORMAT
• SENDS (For Foldback and Effects feeds)
The channel section panel areas are mirrored so that every function can be
operated from either side of the console, allowing two operators to work
on the same channels simultaneously. The ability to have 48 channel
faders and their related functions on view at all times is an advantage but
everything can be operated from just one 24 fader channel bank and the
centre section, as in the more compact 24-C-0 design.
Use the following two diagrams for reference to identify each area as it is
explained whilst reading through this manual.
Operation of the control surface can be split into 5 main areas:
1. USE OF FADER PAGING
2. USING ASSIGNABLE SIGNAL PROCESSING
3. SELECT TO FADERS FUNCTIONS
4. SELECT TO PANS FUNCTIONS
5. BUILDING SIGNAL PATHS
(Described in detail in Chapter 4)
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1
OXF-R3 Assignable Channel Areas
1Left hand assignable channel controls
2Right handassignable channel controls
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1 Meter Bridge – Mono Meters
2 Meter Bridge – Stereo Meters
3 Channel Screens (6)
4 Routing Panels
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3-2 Fader Paging
The OXF-R3 has 48 (or 24 on a 24-C-0) channel faders on its control
surface but Fader Paging enables control of a much greater number of
channels. Fader Paging allows banks of 24 channels to be selected on
either side of the centre section at any time. The diagram illustrates how
Fader Paging relates to a standard in-line console. Use the SELECT TO
FADERS panel to select the fader bank required. Within that panel, there
are a number of buttons marked CHS 1-24, CHS 25-48 and so on. There is
a SELECT TO FADERS panel for each set of 24 channel faders, left and
right of the centre section.
96 CHANNEL IN-LINE CONSOLE
CENTRAL
MASTER
SECTION
1-24
25-48
49-72
73-96
SELECT TO FADERS
PANEL
SELECT TO FADERS
SEND
1
SEND
2
SEND
3
SEND
4
SEND
5
SEND
6
SEND
7
SEND
8
SEND
9
SEND
10
SEND
11
SEND
12
SEND
13
SEND
14
SEND
15
SEND
16
SEND
17
SEND
18
SEND
19
SEND
20
SEND
21
SEND
22
SEND
23
SEND
24
SUB
LEVEL
SUPER
SGs 1-16
SHOW
VALUE
SEL
SENDS
1-8
INPUT
GAIN
M/T
SEND
GROUP
TRIM
CHS
1-24
CHS
25-48
CHS
49-72
SENDS
9-16
M/T
MON
CHANs
SENDS
17-24
CHS
73-96
CHS
97-120
CHS
1-24
CHS
25-48
CHS
49-72
SUPER
SGs 1-8
CHS
73-96
CHS
97-120
SUPER
SGs
9-16
GROUPs
1-8
ABS & TRM
TO CUTS
SELECT L
MASTERS
GROUPs
9-16
ABS & TRM
TO FADs
SELECT R
MASTERS
GROUPs
17-24
ABS &TRM
TO FADs
SELECT
L
MASTERS
GROUPs
25-32
ABS &TRM
TO CUTS
SELECT
R
MASTERS
Paging of Faders for the left side of the control surface
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3-3 Assignable Channel Processing
Once the appropriate bank of 24 channel faders is selected, individual
channel controls can be adjusted. To do this, press the ACCESS button
below the fader for the channel required. Then all the ASSIGNABLE
PANELS belong to the channel, displaying its settings. Adjust as
necessary.
As can be seen from the diagram, the functions on an in-line vertical
channel strip become horizontal on the OXF-R3. In other words, the
whole panel is equivalent to an exceptionally comprehensive channel strip.
This is assigned to each channel individually, simply by pressing the
appropriate channel ACCESS button.
ROUTING
MULTI-FORMAT
ROUTING
DYNAMICS
EQ &
SENDS 1-24
FREE ASSIGN AREA DYNAMICS
MULTITRACK
EQUALISER
&
FILTERS
FILTERS
INPUT CHANNEL
&
INSERTS
AUX SENDS
MULTITRACK
ACCESS
Assignable panels
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3-4 Input Channel, Equaliser and Filters
The Input Channel section is much more flexible than a conventional in-
line analogue channel strip in that it allows processing elements to be
configured in almost any order. The eight boxes towards the bottom of the
panel enable up to eight functions to be placed in each channel path with
individual IN switches. The order of the processes can be totally different
on every channel, as desired.
The 5 Band Equaliser and High & Low Filters sections are independent
and can be assigned separately within the channel signal path. To view
parameters and curves whenever EQ and Filters are in use, access the EQ
page available on the channel screens.
Various EQ options are available which are selected using the { IN } and
{ + } / { - } buttons situated in the upper middle section of the panel.
EQUALISER & FILTERS
LMF
HMF
FREQ
Q
FREQ
Q
X X X X X X X X
SLOPE
SLOPE
HF
IN
LF
FREQ
FREQ
IN
IN
A
B
FREQ
Q
FREQ
Q
FREQ
Q
LF
MF
HF
IN
IN
IN
INPUT CHANNEL & INSERTS
X X X X X X X X
X X X X X X X X
X X X X X X X X
X X X X X X X X
X X X X X X X X
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IN
IN
IN
IN
MIC
M/T
X X X X X X X X
X X X X X X X X
X X X X X X X X
X X X X X X X X
LINE
IN
IN
IN
IN
GAIN
Input Channel & Inserts, Equaliser and Filters panel
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3-5 Free Assign Area and Dynamics
FREE ASSIGN AREA & DYNAMICS
DYNAMICS
T H R E S H L D
A T T A C K
R E L E A S E
H O L D
GATE
EXP
COMP
LIMIT
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L O C A L
L O C A L
O/L
ACCESS
ACCESS
IN
IN
IN
IN
IN
IN
IN
IN
IN
IN
IN
IN
ACCESS
ACCESS
ACCESS
ACCESS
ACCESS
ACCESS
G A T E
D E L A Y
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E X P A N D E R
C O M P R E S S
L I M I T E R
ACCESS
ACCESS
ACCESS
ACCESS
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METERS
HOLD
INPUT
S – C E Q
OUTPUT
Free Assign Area & Dynamics panel
The Dynamics function area (lower left) contains:
• GATE
• EXPANDER
• COMPRESSOR (there are a number of Compressor options)
• LIMITER
• SIDE-CHAIN EQUALISER (S-C EQ).
Each section of the Dynamics has its own side-chain and allows very
comprehensive control, equivalent to that of high specification units. All
four side-chains operate on a single gain control element. The Side-Chain
EQ is a fully parametric 2-band element which may be inserted in three
ways:
• in the Dynamics Side-Chain only
• in the Signal Path only as a second EQ
• in the Signal Path and the Side-Chain.
The current Free Assign Area (lower right) contains:
• DELAY Effect
This area includes space for additional effects as and when software
upgrades are introduced in the future.
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3-6 Multitrack,RoutingforMultitrack,SuperSend
Groups and Multi-Format
MULTI-FORMATButtons
These routing buttons have a layout matching a set of
7.1 surround LS. Their function depends on what is
selected to the faders at the SELECT TO FADERS
panel. In other words, they set the destinations for the
signals currently passing through the faders.
MULTI-FORMAT
L
C
R
C
L
C
R
SUB
L-S
MONO
R-S
ROUTING
ROUTE TO TRACKS
ROUTING Buttons 1-48, {GRP} & {DIR}
Two sets of buttons on each side of the console allow
channel sources to be assigned to Multitrack Group
Busses 1-48 ({GRP} - default) or Direct Outputs
({DIR} ). The routing for 48 channels can be displayed
simultaneously by showing 8 channels on each of the
associated six channel screens, three per side. The
screens display further channels automatically,
consistent with fader paging.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
14
18
22
26
30
34
38
42
46
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15
19
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35
39
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47
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16
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48
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17
21
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29
33
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45
SSGs 1-8 & SSGs 9-16
1
MULTITRACK
2
These buttons allow post channel fader and pan feeds
to Super Send Groups 1-16. They are paged and
legends lit depending on whether {SUPERSGs1-8} or
{SUPERSGs9-16} is selected in the centre section.
SSGs 1-8
2
SSGs 9-16
1
3
7
4
5
9
10
11
15
12
13
6
8
14
16
STEMS
A
E
B
C
D
H
F
G
STEM Selectors { A } - { H }
BOUNCE
These buttons are operational in Multi-Format Mode
to assign channel outputs to stems set up on the
multitrack busses.
{BOUNCE} Push-Button
MULTITRACK
Redirects the output of a channel from the Main
Output Bus to the multitrack routing buttons in the
MULTITRACK section for bounce-down purposes.
One of the stems A-H must be selected to bounce down a
surround source or a signal with surround panning.
GROUP
TRIM
AFL
SOURCE
INSERT
IN
MULTITRACK
This panel contains controls related to the multitrack
except individual track remotes and monitor switching.
These are above the pan controls in line with their
equivalent number channel faders. All level controls
can be assigned to faders. Surround panning is
available at this panel in parallel with the joysticks and
individual pans above the faders. These pan controls
are operational on what is selected to the faders at the
SELECT TO FADERS panel.
ACCESS
DIV
SUR.
L/R
PAN
IN
L
R
LEVEL
0
The OXF-R3 allows the multitrack to be used ‘in-line’
for normal record/remix work or ‘on-the-side’ where a
live mix requires a multitrack backup. A separate
stereo monitor bus is included specifically for monitoring
the multitrack when used in parallel with a live mix.
+10
AFL
CUT
Routing for Multitrack, Super Send Groups & Multi-Format
and Multitrack panels
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3-7 Sends
There are currently 24 mono Sends that can be linked as odd/even pairs,
set up at the SEND OUTPUTS 1-24 panel in the centre section, to provide
up to 12 stereos. The levels to the busses can be set via the individual
dedicated controls on the channels SENDS 1-24 panels for each channel
individually. Alternatively Sends can be assigned, one bus at a time, to the
faders or assignable knobs (PANs). This allows a mix to an effect or
foldback to be set up using the faders or a row of knobs on a console-wide
basis. The source points for each Send can be set individually on each
channel or on a console-wide basis.
SENDS 1-24
SELECT
SELECT SOURCE FOR
SOURCE
∞
∞
∞
∞
∞
∞
∞
∞
∞
∞
∞
∞
∞
∞
∞
∞
∞
∞
∞
∞
∞
∞
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
∞
∞
Sends 1-24 panel
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The main purpose of faders on a mixing console is to control the levels of
the signals through the channels. Once a balance is achieved, the fader
positions give an extremely useful graphical representation.
It is common with in-line analogue console channel strips to split the
signal flow into channel and monitor paths with a fader for each. The
OXF-R3 takes this concept a stage further, allowing all level and gain
control to be accomplished using the faders. This is achieved by assigning
the faders to all gain and level functions via the SELECT TO FADERS
panel.
INPUT GAIN
SENDS
GROUP TRIM
M/T SEND
CHANNEL FADER
Select to Faders
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As an example, on the SELECT TO FADERS panels, adjacent to the
channel faders on either side of the centre section, there are buttons
marked:
1
2
{CHANS}
{M/T SEND}
The default is {CHANS} , which assigns the faders to the channel outputs
when they control the level to the Main Output Bus. Selecting M/T SEND
is equivalent to selecting the ‘small fader’ function to the OXF-R3 faders.
The combined use of Fader Paging and the Select to Faders functionality
allows control of all channel level functions, using the 48 conveniently
placed, high quality faders in the left and right channels sections.
1
2
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3-8 Select To Faders
Exploiting this approach even further, the faders can also be assigned to
control Input Gain, Group Trim and all Send Bus levels.
The Select to Faders diagram at the beginning of this section is a visual
guide showing how the OXF-R3 accommodates conventional in-line
channel strip level controls on its faders. Note that all level controls are
still available in parallel within the assignable panels in a more
conventional manner.
This approach is very convenient for checking foldback or effects send
balances. The faders and their selector system are very close at hand,
allowing any balance to be quickly checked at a glance and adjusted.
A copy function allows the user to take the balance set-up as the monitor
mix and transfer it to any of the Send Bus mixes. The fader balance copy
function applies to M/T Send Faders to Channel Faders and vice versa.
This is described in detail in Chapter 6.
The 16 centre section master faders are also assignable in two groups of 8
faders. They are assigned via the SEL area on the SELECT TO FADERS
panel and may control:
• SENDs (Send Master levels)
• SUPER SGs (Super Send Group master levels)
• GROUPs (VCA style control group masters)
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3-9 Select To Pans
The Pan Knobs above the faders are assignable in a similar manner to the
faders. Although their primary job is panning, they can also be used to
perform all channel level adjustments, such as input gain settings and Send
Bus levels. They are really Definable Knobs rather than just Pans.
As can be seen in the diagram below, the SELECT TO PANS panel
performs a function for the Pans similar to that of the SELECT TO
FADERS panel for the faders. All equivalent level and gain control
functions, on an in-line channel strip, may be assigned to the row of
Definable Knobs whose default setting is channel Pan.
A typical set-up could have Mic Gain controlled by the knobs, whilst the
faders control the M/T Send. With this set-up, all levels are easily adjusted
during tracking. Remember that dedicated knobs are always available on
the assignable panel areas in parallel for all level controls.
INPUT GAIN
SENDS
GROUP TRIM
M/T SEND
PAN
Select to Pans
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General
The following series of illustrations and brief step by step procedures are
designed to allow new OXF-R3 operators to begin using the console in a
very short space of time, without having detailed knowledge of the system.
System Set-up
The examples shown assume that signal sources, such as microphones, line
level signals and multitrack or hard disc recorder, are already connected
and routed to appropriate inputs, with machine control in place. They also
assume that the control room monitor LS are hooked up to the OXF-R3
system.
MainBusSet-up
The Main Output Bus can be set for the following ‘widths’: Stereo, LCRS,
5.1 and 7.1. For the purposes of the examples, the fire-up default of Stereo
will be assumed.
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3-10-1 To Route a Mic or Line Input to the Main Output Bus
1 5
4 2 3
6
1 Press{ACCESS} forthedesiredChannel.
4 At the Routing panel, select { L } and { R } (fire-up
default) if not already lit.
2 At the Input Channel & Inserts panel, press either
{MIC} or{LINE} asrequired,andsettheinputGAIN 5 Adjust the level to the Main Output Bus with the
knob to a suitable setting.
Channel Fader.
3 Make sure {CHANS} is selected on the Select To
6 Open the Main Fader and turn up the CR Monitor
Faders panel (fire-up default).
level.
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3-10-2 To Set Up a Super Send Group from Channel Inputs
1
4,8 5 2 6 3 7
1 Press {ACCESS} for the first Channel to be routed
6 At the Select To Faders panel (SEL section), select
{SUPER SGs 1-8} , then adjust the Fader to 0dB in
the Central Faders panel.
to a Super Send Group (SSG).
2 Make sure {CHANS} is selected on the Select To
Faders panel (fire-up default).
7 Above the SSG 1 level knob select {MAIN} and its
{ACCESS} .
3 Make sure {SUPER SGs 1-8} is selected in the SSG
masters section.
8 At the top of the Routing panel select { L } .
4 At the Routing panel, de-select { L } and { R } .
9 Repeat steps 7 and 8 for SSG 2 but select { R } at
the Routing panel.
5 At the same panel, select the SSGs required,
{1/9} and {2/10} in this case.
10Repeat steps 1 to 5 for further channels.
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3-10-3 To Send Signals to Tracks on Tape
1 6 7
4 2 5 3
1 Press{ACCESS} forthedesiredChannel.
5 To pan between tracks, press {CUT} , if it is lit
which sets the pan into operation, and adjust the
Pan Knob accordingly.
2 At the Input Channel & Inserts panel, press either
{MIC} or{LINE} asrequired,andsettheinputGAIN
knob to a suitable setting.
6 OntheSelectToFaderspanel,press{M/T SEND} .
3 At the same panel, select ‘MULTI’ in one of the
eight windows. Do this using the { + } and { – }
buttons, and then press the large { IN } button.
7 Adjust the level to tape using the Fader. Check the
meter level for the track to which the signal is
routed.
4 At the Routing panel, select the tracks required in
the ROUTE TO TRACKS section. The Pan
works across odd and even numbers in Stereo.
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3-10-4 To Monitor Signals To and From Tape
4 1 7
5
2 3
6
1 Press{ACCESS} forthedesiredChannel.
5 Or press {SEND} to select the signal from tape.
2 Select {CHANS} on the Select To Faders panel
6 Open the Main Fader and turn up the CR Monitor
(fire-up default).
level.
3 At the Input Channel & Inserts panel, select
‘MULTI’ in window number 4 using the { + } and
{ – } buttons either side. Select its large { IN }
button to insert the multitrack into the signal path.
7 Use the Channel Fader to adjust monitor level via
the Main Output Bus.
4 At the Pans panel, press {SEND} to select the signal
being fed to tape
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3-10-5 To Set Up a Stereo Headphone Mix for Foldback 1 O/P
3
2 5 4 1
1 At the Send Outputs 1-24 panel in the console
centre section, select {17-24} and then select
{STEREO} betweenSendMasters17and18.
Sends 17 and 18 are a dedicated assignment to
Stereo Foldback 1. Select {AFL} to audition the
balance.
3 Turn off the {CUT} buttons and set up the balance
and pan positions using the Faders and their Pans.
Turn off the Pan {CUT} if necessary.
4 At the Foldback Groups 1-4 section, located in the
central Monitor panel, adjust the LEVEL pot for a
suitable level in the headphones. (Make sure
{CUT} isnotlit) Usethe{T/B F/Back 1} buttonto
talk to the artist(s).
Note:
Send Masters 19 and 20 are assigned to Stereo Foldback
O/P 2; 21 and 22 to Foldback 3; 23 and 24 to Foldback 4.
5 The bus level itself, which defaults to unity gain,
can be adjusted using the central faders. On the
Select To Faders panel, SEL section, select
{SENDs 17-24} and adjust Fader 17 or 18.
2 At the Select To Faders panel, select {SEND 17} or
{SEND 18} . Pressing either will light both.
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3-10-6 To Equalise Signal Feeding the Multitrack
1
5 3 4 2
1 Press{ACCESS} forthedesiredChannel.
4 On the upper section of the same panel, select the
individual { IN } buttons for the bands required and
2 At the Input Channel & Inserts panel, select
‘MULTI’ in window number 4 using the { + } and
{ – } buttons either side. Select its large { IN }
button to insert the multitrack into the signal path.
adjust as necessary.
5 Select the EQ softkey for the screen above the
equaliser panel to view the parameters and
response curve graph.
3 At the same panel, select ‘EQ’ in a window before
window 4, window 1 for example, and select the
large { IN } button to insert the equaliser into the
signal path before the multitrack.
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3-10-7 To Equalise Monitor Signal Post Multitrack
1
5 2 4 3
1 Press{ACCESS} forthedesiredChannel.
4 On the upper section of the same panel, select the
individual { IN } buttons for the bands required and
2 At the Input Channel & Inserts panel, select
‘MULTI’ in window number 5 using the { + } and
{ – } buttons either side. Select its large { IN }
button to insert the multitrack into the signal path.
adjust as necessary.
5 Select the EQ softkey for the screen above the
equaliser panel to view the parameters and
response curve graph.
3 At the same panel, select ‘EQ’ in a window after
window 5, window 8 for example, and select the
large { IN } button to insert the equaliser into the
signal path after the multitrack.
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3-10-8 To Insert Dynamics Pre Multitrack Send
1
4 6 5 2 3
1 Press{ACCESS} forthedesiredChannel.
required: Gate, Compressor, etc., indicated by 8
character dot displays.
2 At the Input Channel & Inserts panel, select
‘MULTI’ in window number 5 using the { + } and
{ – } buttons either side. Select its large { IN }
button to insert the multitrack into the signal path.
5 On the LCD screen above the dynamics controls,
press the Dynamics softkey to view the parameters
and transfer curve graph.
3 At the same panel, select ‘DYN’ in a window
before window 5, window 4 for example, and
select the large { IN } button to insert the dynamics
processor into the signal path before the multitrack.
6 The dynamics processing is set and displayed via
definable knobs and switches. Set their functions
via the local {ACCESS} keys according to the
processes in use. Adjust whilst viewing the
settings on the LCD screen. The settings for all
functions are displayed simultaneously.
4 In the Dynamics section, located in the Free
Assign Area, select { IN } buttons for the processing
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3-10-9 To Insert Dynamics Post Multitrack Return
1
4 6 5 2 3
1 Press{ACCESS} forthedesiredChannel.
required: Gate, Compressor, etc., indicated by 8
character dot displays.
2 At the Input Channel & Inserts panel, select
‘MULTI’ in window number 5 using the { + } and
{ – } buttons either side. Select its large { IN }
button to insert the multitrack into the signal path.
5 On the LCD screen above the dynamics controls,
press the Dynamics softkey to see the parameters
and transfer curve graph.
3 At the same panel, select ‘DYN’ in a window after 6 The dynamics processing is set and displayed via
window 5, window 8 for example, and select the
large { IN } button to insert the dynamics processor
into the signal path before the multitrack.
definable knobs and switches. Set their functions
via the local {ACCESS} keys according to the
processes in use. Adjust whilst viewing the
settings on the LCD screen. The settings for all
functions are displayed simultaneously.
4 In the Dynamics section, located in the Free
Assign Area, select { IN } buttons for the processing
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3-10-10 To Bounce Tracks
1
7 5 8
3 4 2 6
1 Press{ACCESS} forthedesiredChannel.
5 Select {ACCESS} for the first of the new tracks.
2 Make sure {CHANS} is selected on the Select To
6 On the Input Channel & Inserts panel, select
‘MULTI’ and its large { IN } button in one of the
eight windows. Repeat for other bounce tracks.
Faders panel (fire-up default).
3 AttheRoutingpanel,select{CHANS} . The{ L }
and { R } buttons will be de-selected automatically
so that the channel output is no longer routed to the
Main Output Bus.
7 Select the {SEND} on the channels to which the
bounce is routed, for a monitor signal for those
tracks.
4 At the same panel select the destination tracks
required for the bounce, in the ROUTE TO
TRACKS section. Fader and Pan settings will be
retained (L to odd-numbered tracks, R to even).
8 Set the monitor level for the new track(s).
9 The original balance will be bounced down to the
selected multitrack tracks. Repeat steps 1 to 4 for
other tracks to be bounced down.
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3-10-11 To Set Up Super Send Groups from Multitrack
1
4,8 5 2 6 3 7
1 Press {ACCESS} for the first Channel to be routed
6 At the Select To Faders panel (SEL section), select
{SUPER SGs 1-8} , then adjust the Fader to 0dB in
the Central Faders panel.
to a Super Send Group (SSG).
2 Make sure {CHANS} is selected on the Select To
Faders panel (fire-up default).
7 Above the SSG 1 level knob select {MAIN} and its
{ACCESS} .
3 Make sure {SUPER SGs 1-8} is selected in the SSG
masters section.
8 At the top of the Routing panel select { L } .
4 At the Routing panel, de-select { L } and { R } .
9 Repeat steps 7 and 8 for SSG 2 but select { R } at
the Routing panel.
5 At the same panel, select the SSGs required,
{1/9} and{2/10} in this case.
10Repeat steps 1 to 5 for further channels.
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3-10-12 To Set Up a De-Esser Using Dynamics Side-Chain EQ
1
6 3 5 4 7 2
1 Press{ACCESS} forthedesiredChannel.
5 Now de-select SIG EQ and select S-C EQ to
affect just the side-chain signal.
2 At the Input Channel & Inserts panel, select
‘DYN’ in one of the eight windows. Do this using 6 At the same panel, select COMPRESS { IN } . The
the { + } and { – } buttons, and then press the large
Compressor{ACCESS} willbeselected
{ IN } button.
automatically, allowing the compressor to be set.
3 At the Free Assign Area & Dynamics panel, select 7 Select the Dynamics softkey to view compressor
SC EQ IN; its {ACCESS} button will light
automatically.
parameters and transfer curve graph on the LCD
screen.
4 At the same panel, press the button adjacent to the
SIG EQ display and adjust the HF controls to
boost the frequency band to be attenuated.
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3-10-13 To Link Compressor Side-Chains in a Group
1
6 3 5
4 2
1 Press {ACCESS} for the first Channel to have a
4 On the LCD screen above the dynamics controls,
press the Dynamics softkey to view the parameters
and transfer curve graph.
dynamics side-chain link.
2 At the Input Channel & Inserts panel, select
‘DYN’ in one of the eight windows. Do this using
the { + } and { – } buttons, and then press the large
{ IN } button.
5 Select SC TO G1 in the middle window.
6 Select SC FM G1 in the lower window.
3 At the Free Assign Area & Dynamics section,
selecttheCOMPRESS{ IN } . Its{ACCESS} will
be selected automatically, assigning the
7 Repeat Steps 1 to 4 for further channels required in
the side-chain link group.
Compressor controls to the panel for adjustment.
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3-10-14 To Link Compressor Side-Chains so that One Channel
Controls a Second Channel
1 6 5 3 8 4
7 2
1 Press the{ACCESS} button for the controlling
4 On the LCD screen above the dynamics controls,
press the Dynamics softkey to view the parameters
and transfer curve graph.
Channel.
2 At the Input Channel & Inserts panel, select
‘DYN’ in one of the eight windows. Do this using
the { + } and { – } buttons, and then press the large
{ IN } button.
5 Select SC TO G1 button (sends the side-chain
control signal to side-chain bus 1). Make sure
LOCAL is selected in the lower window.
6 Press{ACCESS} forthesecondchannel.
3 At the Free Assign Area & Dynamics section,
selecttheCOMPRESS{ IN } . Its{ACCESS} will
be selected automatically, assigning the
7 At the Input Channel & Inserts panel, select
‘DYN’ and its { IN } button in one of the eight
windows.
Compressor controls to the panel for adjustment.
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8 At the Free Assign Area & Dynamics section,
select SC FM G1 in the lower window.
9 All adjustments are made on the first channel.
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