Meyer Sound Galileo 616 User's Guide

COMPASS USER GUIDEGalileo™ 616Keep these important operating instructions.Check www.meyersound.com for updates.

OrganizationThis manual comprises the following chapters: Start Here (p. 1) provides details regarding installation of Compass, and how to connectto a

Example 4.5. Globally Linked Galileos (“all channels” mode) - several Selects on Active GalileoGalileoCGalileoBGalileoACh.Δ1Δ1Δ11Δ2Δ2Δ22Δ1Δ1Δ13Δ4Δ4Δ44

Example 4.6. Globally Linked Galileos (“all channels” mode) combined with “linked independently”modeIn this example, a further level of complexity is

Example 4.7. Globally Linked Galileos (“all channels” mode, “isolated channels included”mode) - several Selects and Isolates on Active Galileo.Galileo

Input and Output SettingsChanges made to the Settings > Input and Output page will be propagated to linkedGalileos.SIM3 SettingsChanges made to the

Galileos TabFigure 4.3. Galileos PageThe Galileos page provides settings for auto-detecting and adding Galileo 616 units to Compass,and for managing g

Add GalileoAllows you to manually add a Galileo entry to the list. This isparticularly useful when adding a Galileo 616 that is networked ona non-prim

Open...Displays a file selection window in which you can select an existing global project. Globalprojects have .galileoGlobalProject appended to the

Upload ProjectsSends project information to Galileos according to the settings selected in this window.Any problems sending the projects will be repor

CloseClears the file name of the global project, preventing accidental overwriting of the file.HelpDisplays contextual help for the Global Project con

UpdateRecaptures the global snapshot. Only those Galileos selected for inclusion willparticipate in the capture.Create New...Creates a new global snap

Please note that Macintosh and Windows keyboards may use different names for the modifierkeys:Table 1. Modifier Key Name ConventionsWindows KeyboardMa

Known Galileos List:The main body of the Galileos page is dedicated to a list of known Galileo units.RemoveRemoves a disconnected Galileo from the lis

Select Show to restore the Galileo tab at the top of the window.Global Atmospheric Correction Control:Configures atmospheric correction for all Galile

Save ProjectDisplays a file selection window, in which you can select a directory and a file name for theproject. Projects use a name in the form [pro

Link GroupIndicates the link group with which a channel is associated. SeeCompass Overview, General Workflow for further details.When a channel’s link

ProjectFigure 4.4. Galileo Project PageThe Project page provides detailed information about the project and snapshots known to theselected Galileo.Act

User / FactoryIndicates whether the active snapshot is a user-created snapshot or a factory-defaultsnapshot.Create New...Creates a new active snapshot

More>>> / <<<LessDisplays or hides additional project controls:NotesA space for free-form textnote entry.Update NotesMakes the note

SaveSaves the current project, using the existing project name.Save As...Displays a file selection window, through which you can select a directory an

RecallRecalls the selected snapshot, making it the active snapshot. This is also indicated in thesnapshot list by the presence of the word “Current” b

PasteIf a copy of a snapshot has been made by Cut or Copy, appends that copy to the currentlibrary. If a snapshot with the same name already exists in

DescriptionElementAn element of the window that provides information regarding theapplication status. The status bar is typically at the bottom of the

NetworkFigure 4.5. Galileo Network Settings PageThis page provides information about the Galileo network settings, and allows you to updatethe Galileo

The selected firmware file will immediately start uploading to the Galileo. This can takeseveral minutes.WARNING: Power to the Galileo must not be int

Enable Linking Across Selected GalileosReplicates these settings across all selected Galileos when Global Galileo Select-LinkingMode (p. 78) is enable

SIM3Figure 4.7. Galileo SIM3 Settings PageThe Galileo 616 system is compatible with the Meyer Sound SIM3 Audio Analyzer, an advancedsound design tool

SIM3 Trim Disabled / SIM3 Trim EnabledEnables trim gain control for channels on the Output Processing page.SIM3 Output Probe PointSelects which output

EnvironmentFigure 4.8. Galileo Environment Settings PageAtmospheric conditions can greatly affect the quality of venue sound. Environment settings aid

AltitudeSets the altitude range for the venue.Atmospheric Correction Distance LinkedEnables linking of all output loudspeaker distances, so that adjus

Access Code Entry:Access CodeUnlocks the access control page when the correct, previously-assigned access code isprovided.The access code is comprised

Array CorrectionFigure 4.10. Galileo Array Correction Settings PageArray correction applies an EQ curve that is dependent on both the loudspeaker mode

StatusEnables or disables loudspeaker array correction.TypeSelects the type of Meyer Sound M Series loudspeaker array.SizeSelects the number of loudsp

The following conventions are used when referring to actions performed using the mouse:Table 3. Mouse Action ConventionsActionVerb [item on which to a

Link GroupsFigure 4.11. Galileo Link Groups Settings PageLink group settings are configured on this page. It provides a detailed view of the informati

StatusEnables and disables the link group.[channels A−F]Assigns or removes the channel to/from the link group.Link Group Output Assignments:Group Name

Galileo MapFigure 4.12. Galileo Galileo Map PageThe Galileo Map provides a summary of the entire Galileo configuration. Some channels controlvalues ma

Channels not selected have a dark green Select button and typically a black (white)background color.IsolateIsolates the channel from channel linking b

The button on the left displays the EQ curve and opens the Input Processing page toshow the most recently-used input processing controls. A dim yellow

DelaySets the channel delay. Both a value entry box and an encoder are provided.GainSets the channel gain. Both a value entry box and an encoder are p

Galileo Map Control:Control...Displays a secondary window, which can remain open while using the Galileo Map page.This button is positioned under the

Atmospheric Correction:See also Named Galileo Unit > Settings > Environment (p. 107) and Galileos > GlobalAtmospheric Correction Control (p.

Input ProcessingFigure 4.13. Galileo Input Processing PageThe Input Processing page provides a complete and comprehensive suite of signal processingco

Input ChannelSelects the input channel by channel label. Muted channels are shown with a dark redbutton (bright red when selected). Selected, isolated

The following conventions are used when referring to actions performed using the keyboard:Table 4. Keyboard Action ConventionsActionVerb [item on whic

PlotShows the frequency/gain curve, control handles, phase response, and other EQ details.Equalization plot display options are controlled through Pro

Plotter Frequency RangeSelects the frequency (horizontal) axis range of EQ plots.MetersSelects the display of meters to the left of the channel EQ plo

?Displays context help for these settings.ResponseParametric ResponseIncludes parametric equalization when calculating the plot curve. Regardless of t

Channel SettingsLabelDisplays the channel label. You may rename the channel.GainSets the channel gain value.DelaySets the channel delay value and sele

Parametric<<< / >>>Enables or bypasses all bands.[1−5] Enabled / [1−5] BypassedEnables or disables a specific band.Parametric Enable

TruShapingTruShaping Enabled / TruShaping DisabledEnables or bypasses TruShaping EQ.VX-1 ModeEnables VX-1 Mode, locking the two upper handles together

Graphic EQGraphic EQ Enabled / Graphic EQ BypassedEnables or bypasses graphic EQ.Equalization Enabled / Equalization BypassedEnables or bypasses all E

Output ProcessingFigure 4.14. Galileo Output Processing PageThe Output Processing page provides a complete and comprehensive suite of signal processin

Channel ButtonsSelects the output channel using buttons 1−16. Muted channels are shown with a dark redbutton (bright red when selected).Plot Curve:The

Output Processing Interface SettingsSee Processing Interface Settings (p. 122).Channel SettingsLabelDisplays the channel label. You may rename the cha

The following symbols are used to identify important information:Table 6. Symbol ConventionsMeaningSymbolNoteCaution/ImportantTipWarningxvCOMPASS USER

Sel / Iso / [Link]Selects, isolates, or links the channel.Parametric Enabled / Parametric BypassedEnables or bypasses parametric EQ.TruShaping Enabled

Parametric<<< / >>>Enables or bypasses all bands.[1−10] Enabled / [1−10] BypassedEnables or disables a specific band.Parametric Enab

VX-1 ModeEnables VX-1 Mode, locking the two upper handles together, emulating the functionalityof the Meyer Sound VX-1.Equalization Enabled / Equaliza

Summing MatrixFigure 4.15. Galileo Summing Matrix PageRouter ModeToggles the matrix crosspoints between switches and knobs.In router mode, clicking a

Input MastersFigure 4.16. Galileo Input Masters PageThe Input Masters page duplicates controls also found on the Galileo Map page. Here, thecontrols l

channel is disabled; a dim white border indicates the channel is currently viewed on theInput Processing page.Sel / Iso / [Link]Selects, isolates, or

Output MastersFigure 4.17. Galileo Output Masters PageThe Output Masters page duplicates controls also found on the Galileo Map page. Here, thecontrol

channel is disabled; a dim white border indicates the channel is currently viewed on theOutput Processing page.Sel / Iso / [Link]Selects, isolates, or

Paste [control] / Paste [control set] / Paste [control page]Displayed when a control value has been copied to the clipboard by one of the Copy actions

Keyboard Modifiers and ShortcutsTable 4.2. Keyboard ModifiersActionModifier Key or ShortcutSet control value as a stereo pair.‹ Shift+Enter ›‹ Shift+d

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Tab ColorsThe color of named Galileo tabs indicates the network status of the Galileo.Table 4.3. Tab Color DefinitionsMeaningColorGalileo is connected

Channel ColorsThe color of a channel strip or the channel window (for processing pages) indicates its status.Table 4.5. Channel Color DefinitionsMeani

APPENDIX A: COMPASS SOFTWARE FILE LOCATIONSTable A.1. OS X Compass Software Installation LocationsFile LocationFile Type/Applications/CompassCompass a

Factory PresetsA number of factory presets are available for use with the Output Processing and SummingMatrix controls. The presets files are located

APPENDIX B: NETWORK INFORMATIONCompass is client-side software that connects to a Galileo 616 server and acts as a controlinterface to the functions p

APPENDIX C: USER-DEFINED EQUALIZATION CURVES WITHM SERIES ARRAY AND ATMOSPHERIC CORRECTIONIn a typical system design, small vertical splay angles in t

For high frequencies, the Atmospheric Correction Distance parameter can be used to obtainthe desired correction. Start with an accurate distance value

Example CurvesThe following curves show how changing the settings on the Galileo allows you to tailor theresponse to create different contour curves.

frequency shaping curve is not the full story, however, so Compass’ filter display also showsthe composite phase response.A large library of presets i

Depending on the number of elements in the array, low and low-mid frequency build-upmay occur due to coupling at those frequencies.Figure C.1. Single

shown in Figure C.3: “Corrected Eight MILO Array at 60M” (p. 153), by performing these functions: High-frequency attenuation is corrected by setting t

At a distance setting of 60 meters — the actual distance of the array — the Galileo producesthe flattest result; any setting below 60 can be used to a

An Array Size of 8 — which matches the number of elements in the array — achieves the flattestresult. However, any setting below eight can be used to

— Distance and Array Size — make it extremely versatile; it can produce a wide range ofequalization curves to satisfy almost any application or person

INDEXAAccess Control, 68changing access control, 68locking controls, 68removing access control, 69unlocking controls, 68Air Absorption Compensation, 4

startup options, 27Graphic EQ, 57setting values, 57IInstallationMac OS Xinstalling, 2system requirements, 1uninstalling, 2Microsoft Windowsinstalling,

RRedo, 26Resetall control values of a Galileo, 61all control values of an individual channel,61control values of all input or outputchannels, 61Galile

linking control value adjustments, 24, 42Subwoofer Filtering, 58high pass filter, 58low pass filter, 58Summing Matrix, 30copying values, 32factory pre

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CHAPTER 1: START HERESystem RequirementsCompass is available for 32-bit versions of Mac OS X and Microsoft Windows operating systems.Requirements vary

Copyright © 2009 Meyer Sound Laboratories05.141.002.10 ACompass User GuideBased on Compass 2.1.1 1353/4528/455 Code Date: November 5, 2008Published 20

Installing Compass and Virtual GalileoCompass is easily installed on your computer workstation.Mac OS X1. Insert the installation CD into the workstat

Download the Windows installers Compass.msi and Virtual Galileo.msi from the MeyerSound web site (http://www.meyersound.com/forms/compass/, or navigat

The built-in Virtual Galileo can be used to simulate an arbitrary number of Galileo 616 units.The stand-alone version provides only a single unit.Usin

2.Select the Galileos tab.3.If the Galileo 616 is connected, click Disconnect.4.Click Use Virtual. The Status entry will change to Connected and the V

Running Compass with GalileoAlthough you may be able to design an entire project without making use of physical Galileo616 hardware, at some point you

Manual Connection of Galileo 616 UnitsSelect this method if auto-discovery fails to detect your Galileo 616 units or if the workstationcomputer is usi

A full discussion of networking issues is beyond the scope of this manual. If you encounterproblems with connecting your workstation computer to a Gal

CHAPTER 2: COMPASS OVERVIEWIn this chapter you will learn how more about the types of tools Compass provides you, as wellas gain some insight into the

Compass ControlsFigure 2.1. Illustrated User Interface Element NamesOn each Compass page are controls for setting values; selecting, isolating, and li

Some pages have tabs within the page itself, providing access to a series of sub-pages thatfurther organize controls. On the Input Processing and Outp

TABLE OF CONTENTSDocumentation Overview ixAbout this Document ixAbout Meyer Sound xviTechnical Support xviiChapter 1: Start Here 1System Requirements

Using ButtonsButtons perform an action when pressed, perhaps selecting achannel, toggling a function, or displaying a new page. Visually,the buttons l

When an option selector is clicked the setting is changed immediately after the mouse buttonis released. If you move the mouse off the button, the act

Using FadersFaders are shown on the input and output master pages. Visually, they look liketraditional physical console faders: a slider that can be d

Parametric sub-page. When the mouse is hovered over a handle, an expanded handle isdisplayed: three vertical bars intersecting a horizontal bar.The ho

In the upper right, navigation arrows allow you to easily go up the directory tree or back to aprevious directory; an icon of a folder will create a n

Audio input/output configuration is managed through the [Galileo Unit] > Settings > Inputand Output page. Detailed instructions are provided in

A number of preset matrices ship with Compass and may be useful as a launching point fordeveloping a new project. Alternatively, you may wish to enabl

You may configure link groups through the [Galileo Unit] > Settings > Link Groups page. Firstdetermine which channels will share identical setti

See Connecting and Configuring for use with SIM3 (p. 51) for a quick overview. Consult theSIM3 User Manual for full details.8. Configure ProcessingCom

In other situations you may be responsible for designing the signal processing components ofa show, but the show itself will be run by a someone else;

Appendix A: Compass Software File Locations 145Project Backups 145Factory Presets 146Appendix B: Network Information 147Appendix C: User-Defined Equal

CHAPTER 3: USING COMPASS TOOLSNavigating the Tabbed Window InterfaceCompass is presented as a single-window interface controlling a number of physical

Using ShortcutsTo facilitate rapid Compass configuration a number of shortcuts are available:Linking Settings Between Stereo PairsAssuming that neithe

When using the keyboard, use ‹ Alt+Enter › to set the value after typing it.The selected control value will be adjusted using the alternative behavio

Click outside the center of an encoder before dragging to change values less rapidly.Setting Frequency ValuesWhen typing a frequency value, the value

Viewing Full-Screen CompassToggle full-screen Compass by clicking the small Full Screen button in the upper left of anyCompass window.Using Small Scre

Clear Selected Channels on Galileo SwitchingCompass normally retains channel selects for each Galileo page, so that when you return to apage the previ

Configuring the Galileo 616 for Analog Audio InputDetermine the maximum signal level before configuring the Galileo. Selecting an input voltagerange t

2.Clear Enable Linking Across Selected Galileos to avoid configuring other Galileos.3.Select the appropriate Output Voltage Range for the connected de

3. For each input that is to be routed to an output, click the crossover point to select unitygain. Input signal will be routed to the output channel

List of FiguresIllustrated User Interface Element Names 10Low Pass 582nd Order High Pass 58Elliptical High Pass 58Compass Preferences Page 71Channel L

Copying or Saving Matrix Values1. Right-click on a crossover point: either the crossover point you wish to copy or save, acrossover point on a row you

2.Right-click a crossover point. The Clipboard Options and Saved Settings window willbe shown.3.On the Copy Summing Matrix row, click Load. A file sel

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Linking ChannelsYou may want several channels to share the same settings. For instance, stereo pairs almostalways have identical processing, and louds

2. Make your control setting changes. All selected, non-isolated channels are linked and willshare the control setting value.Select linking can be mom

Separating Select and Link Group BehaviorsBy default link groups are used to enable selection of many channels simultaneously, asdescribed above.An al

Right-click the control before adjusting it. The Clipboard Options and Saved Settingswindow will be displayed. Below the name of the channel and the

Linking GalileosGalileos can, through Compass, share settings. When Galileos are linked, selected channels(or all channels: see Choosing Selected-Chan

Select All channels on the active Galileo tab are always linked to the samechannels, by letter or number, on other selected Galileos if you want all

Setting Environment Conditions for a Single Galileo Unit1.Select the Galileo Map page for the Galileo.2.If the background color of Environment for Atm

3.Select Enable Linking Across Selected Galileos. The window will now have a dark purple(magenta) background color.4.Using the Natural Environment for

M Series Line Array CorrectionArray correction applies an EQ curve that is dependent on both the loudspeaker model and thenumber of loudspeakers in th

Assigning M Series Array Correction to an Output ChannelTo apply an M-Series array correction output:1. Select: [Galileo Unit] > Galileo Map. In th

List of TablesModifier Key Name Conventions xiUser Interface Element Name Conventions xiMouse Action Conventions xiiiKeyboard Action Conventions xivTy

SIM3 performs source independent measurement of the frequency, phase response, andsignal-to-noise ratio of components in the electronic or acoustic si

Using Signal ProcessingCompass provides composite equalization: you can “layer” various types of equalization, viewthe summation result in a graphic p

2.Clear the Settings control, located in the top right corner. The various display settingcontrols will now be hidden, allowing the plot more horizont

Displaying EQ Plot Control HandlesSelecting an EQ control page will normally display only the control handles for that plot type.If you wish to see ot

Drag a blue handle to adjust bandwidth. Drag handle crosspoints to adjust two values simultaneously. Type values in the Freq, B/W, and Gain boxes.“St

Using VX-1 ModeIn VX-1 mode the upper two gain handles are locked together, such that the upper frequencyhandle has no effect on the EQ curve. This cr

Subwoofer FilteringEach output channel may be assigned a low or high pass filter. There are three filter choicesavailable:Figure 3.3. Elliptical High

Delay Units and RangesDelay values are correlated, allowing automatic conversion from one measurement unit toanother when changing the unit measure. D

In the window that is displayed subsequent to the right-click, click the button that correspondsto the action you wish to take. Paste is available onl

Copy/Reset All Control Values of an Input or Output Channel Right-click the channel Select button.Save and Load file names have the form [file name].g

contain many snapshots. Snapshots capture the state of all controls, not just those that are ona particular Galileo unit sub-page. Recalling a snapsho

Updating a SnapshotAssuming a snapshot has been previously created or recalled, it may be updated to matchcurrent control settings. Using the controls

Saving a SnapshotSnapshots are usually saved as part of a Galileo project. It is also possible to save themindividually. This is especially useful as

training the facility operator will be able to select and recall the appropriate snapshot for thecurrent activity.Using Snapshots for Tour SetupIn a t

Loading a Project1.Select the [Galileo Unit] > Project page.2. Choose: Enable Load Galileo Settings if you want the control values that were saved

An extra set of controls will now be shown.3.Select Backup Project. Project backup file names are automatically saved in theCompass_Settings/Compass_B

Restricting Access to Compass SettingsIn some venues it is advantageous to permit “public” access to some Galileo functionality whilerestricting acces

3. Enable or clear the various control types. Those items that are cleared will not be availableto user control when the unit is locked.4.Click Change

CHAPTER 4: USER INTERFACE REFERENCECompass TabThe Compass pages provides access to configuration options that adjust various behaviorsand functionalit

PREFACE : DOCUMENTATION OVERVIEWAbout this DocumentCompass™ provides an intuitive interface to the Galileo™ 616 loudspeaker management system.Galileo

General Options:Full ScreenToggles the Compass display between a floating window which can be repositioned andresized, and full-screen mode, which max

Table 4.1. Screen Resolutions and Recommended User Interface ScalesRecommended ScaleScreen Resolution (H × V pixels)50%640 × 48060%768 × 57670%896 × 6

TabletWhen the encoder control is released, the cursor returns to the encoder.Color ModeSelects a dark or bright user interface color set. Where color

When cleared, pressing ‹ Enter › after typing a value sets the value and then places thecursor at the end of the value.Show Meter ValuesSelect to disp

Clip Indicator Clear ModeSelects the meter clipping mode. Meter clipping is indicated by the presence of a red borderaround the meter and can always b

Allow Select and Isolate settings to be recalled from a snapshotWhen selected, recalling a snapshot will apply the channel Select and channel Isolate

Enabled Link Group channels are linked independently and in addition to selectedchannelsEnabling a channel Select for a channel in a link group has no

Example 4.1. Globally Linked Galileos (“all selected channels” mode) - several Selects on Linked GalileosGalileoCGalileoBGalileoACh.ΔΔ12ΔΔ3Δ4Δ5ΔΔ6Chan

Example 4.2. Globally Linked Galileos (“same selected channels” mode) - one Select on Active GalileoGalileoCGalileoBGalileoACh.ΔΔΔ123456Changes to a s

All channels on the active Galileo tab are always linked to the same channels, by letteror number, on other selected GalileosChanges made to a channel