Waves SoundStudio STG-2412 User manual
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STG-2412 User Guide
Warning: Electrical Hazard ................................................................................................... 3
Product Overview ................................................................................................................. 4
What’s in the box? .................................................................................................................................. 4!
Using STG-2412 for Mixing, Processing, and Recording ..................................................... 5
STG Software ....................................................................................................................... 7
System Inventory Tab ............................................................................................................................. 8!
SoundStudio STG-2412 Control Panel ................................................................................................. 11!
Connections ....................................................................................................................... 14
Front Panel ........................................................................................................................................... 14!
Rear Panel ............................................................................................................................................ 15!
Specifications ..................................................................................................................... 16
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Warning: Electrical Hazard
To ensure your safety, please read this manual thoroughly before using the unit. Kindly observe all of these safety rules.
1.
Keep this user guide for future reference.
2. Take notice of and comply with all warnings included
in the user guide or indicated on the device itself.
3. Do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. Do not
spill water or other liquids on this unit.
4. When cleaning the cabinet or other parts of this
appliance, use only a dry or slightly damp soft cloth.
5. Do not block any ventilation openings or interfere with
the proper ventilation of this unit. Install
in accordance
with the instructions.
6.
Do not defeat the internal ventilation fans.
7.
Do not use or store near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other heat-
producing
appliances.
8. Protect the power cord from being walked on or otherwise
damaged by items placed on or
against it. Particular
attention should be given to the plugs, receptacles, and the
point where the cord exits the appliance.
9. To avoid the risk of electrical shock, do not touch
any exposed wiring while the unit is in operation.
10.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
11.
Unplug this unit and all connected electrical equipment
during lightning storms or when left
unused for a long
period of time.
12.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing
is required when the appliance has been damaged in any
way or fails to operate normally.
If you have questions about safe installation, please contact us at https://soundstudio.com/contact-us.
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Product Overview
SoundStudio STG-2412 is a rugged stage box with 24 analog inputs and 12 line outputs. It’s designed for both stage
and studio applications. All connections on this 4U rack-mountable device are on the front panel, except the mains
connection and power switch, which are on the rear panel.
In addition to analog mic and line inputs and line outputs, there are inputs and outputs for AES, word clock, and MIDI.
There’s also a SoundGrid-compliant Ethernet port network. All STG functions are controlled via software.
STG-2412 operates within a SoundGrid Ethernet network, so it’s an ideal interface for the Waves eMotion LV1 or
MultiRack. The SoundGrid network can also be used with a DAW for recording.
What
’s in the box?
1 Cat 6 Ethernet cable (3 meters)
2 Mains cables (one US and one European)
3 Mains safety clips
4 Registration card with serial number
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Using STG-2412 for Mixing, Processing, and Recording
STG-2412 uses Waves SoundGrid protocol to connect to an eMotion LV1 mixer, to a MultiRack processor, and to any
DAW. A typical SoundGrid network consists of a host computer, a SoundGrid server, and I/O devices, all connected with
Cat 5e (or better) Ethernet cables via a 1GB Ethernet switch.
Maximum distances between devices vary depending on configuration. However, maximum cable length between I/Os
and switch is usually 100 meters. When connecting the Ethernet cable to an STG-2412, make sure that the connectors
and the cable are protected from stage equipment and traffic. For up-to-date cable specifications, visit the Waves
Support desk: http://www.waves.com/support.
Do not connect other networks to the SoundGrid switch. Use different network ports on your computer for other networks
(such as internet).
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A SoundGrid network is fully scalable. Connect multiple STG units within a SoundGrid network for a high
channel count.
In this example, there are three STG-2412 I/O devices onstage. These are used for onstage microphones and
monitoring. In the FOH are two SoundGrid servers (one primary and one redundant) and one I/O. This configuration
includes an external control surface and a DAW, which can be used with the eMotion LV1 mixer or the MultiRack
processing rack. It can also be used for recording.
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Download Waves Central and the Waves Central user guide from the Waves downloads page:
https://www.waves.com/downloads/central.
Installing the SoundStudio STG Driver
Launch Waves Central and select INSTALL PRODUCTS
Click the INSTALL button
Select ONLINE to see your Waves License Cloud
Locate and select the STG driver
STG Software
The STG-2412 stage box can be used with a number of SoundGrid applications, including eMotion LV1, MultiRack, and
SoundGrid Studio. STG software drivers are installed with Waves Central, a Waves application for downloading software
and managing licenses.
To install the SoundStudio STG Driver:
•Launch Waves Central and log in.
•Select “Install Products” and choose “Online.” This will open a list of products on your Waves Cloud.
•Select “All Waves Products” at the top of the page and then scroll or search for the SoundStudio STG Driver.
•Select the driver and click the “Install” button.
When the installation is finished you’ll need to reboot your computer.
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Open the SoundGrid Studio application.
Select the SETUP window.
Choose the SYSTEM INVENTORY tab, which is
where devices are assigned.
System Inventory Tab
STG devices must be assigned to a host application. This is done within the application. Assignment is similar, but not
identical, in all SoundGrid host applications. Refer to the application’s user guide for detailed instructions.
In this example, an STG-2412 will be assigned to SoundGrid Studio.
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Assign STG-2412 to the Host Application
I/O devices are assigned in the Device Racks of the System Inventory tab. You can assign the STG-2412 to any Device
Slot.
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Access SoundStudio Control Panel
Use the STG-2412 Control Panel to adjust preamps and channel outputs, and to manage device clocking. Firmware
version, serial number and other hardware information are also displayed in the control panel.
Visit the SoundGrid Studio product page to learn more about assigning and unassigning devices, controlling network clock,
updating firmware, and more.
Click the GEAR button to open the
STG-2412 control panel.
Click the GEAR button to open the
STG-2412 control panel.
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