DigiDesign Command 8, Руководство пользователя

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Chapter 2: Installing and Configuring Command|8 9
Connecting AC Power
Connect power using the included external
power supply and cable. Command|8 is not
powered through its USB connection.
To connect power to Command|8:
1
Make sure the power switch is in the Off posi-
tion (down).
2
Connect the threaded end of the included
power supply cable to the Power socket on the
Command|8 back panel. Ensure that the ring
threads smoothly and seats securely on the
socket.
3
Plug the power supply into an available AC
power outlet.
Connecting Command|8 to Your
Computer
Command|8 communicates with Pro Tools
through a USB connection to the host com-
puter. Command|8 does not require a powered
USB connection. All power is supplied through
its AC connection.
To connect Command|8 to your computer:
1
Start up your computer, logging in as Admin-
istrator. For details on Administrator privileges,
see your computer system documentation.
2
Make sure Command|8 is powered on.
3
Connect one end of the included USB cable to
the USB port on the back panel of Command|8.
4
Connect the other end of the USB cable to an
available USB port on your computer.
5
If prompted to install software, see the instal-
lation instructions that follow for your com-
puter platform (Windows or Mac).
Installing Software for
Command|8
Command|8 software is included on your
Pro Tools Installer disc. This software is required
to use Command|8 with Pro Tools.
Mac Software for Command|8
To install Command|8 software on Mac:
1
Start up your computer, logging in as Admin-
istrator.
2
Make sure the Command|8 personality file is
installed (Applications/Digidesign
/Pro Tools/Controllers/Command8.bundle).
3
If the Command|8 personality file is not in-
stalled, use your Pro Tools Installer disc to in-
stall the required Command|8 software. (See the
Setup Guide that came with your Pro Tools sys-
tem for complete instructions.)
The Command|8 power supply is available
in three configurations (90– 120V for Japan
and USA, 220–230V for Europe, and 220V
for UK). If travelling or ordering a replace-
ment unit, be sure to specify the country in
which you plan to use Command|8.
Only use the included power supply cable to
connect Command|8 power. Use of any
other cable or power supply may damage
your unit. Additional power supplies are
available from your Digidesign dealer.
The Command|8 analog output section
automatically mutes when you turn the unit
on or off.
No software installation is required to use
Command|8 in Stand-Alone mode with
Mac computers.