Steinberg Cubase Le 8 Manual

Markers
Markers Window
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Length
In this column you can view and edit the length of cycle markers.
Description
Here you can enter names or descriptions for markers.
RELATED LINKS
Marker IDs on page 202
Cycle Markers on page 196
Editing Attributes
• To edit a marker attribute, select the corresponding marker, click in the 
desired attribute column, and make your settings.
• To change the attributes of several markers, select the markers and click the 
checkbox for the desired attribute.
All selected...

Markers
Marker Track
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Marker IDs
Each time you add a marker, it is automatically and sequentially assigned an ID 
number, starting from 1.
IDs for cycle markers are shown in brackets and start from [1]. ID numbers can be 
changed at any time – this allows you to assign specific markers to key commands.
NOTE
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window and the marker ID is already used on this track, the...

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Marker Track203
3)Locate pop-up menu
If you select a position or a cycle marker in this pop-up menu, the 
corr
 esponding marker in the event display or in the  Markers window is 
selected.
4) Cy
cle pop-up menu
If you select a cycle marker in this pop-up menu, the left and right locators are 
se
t to the corresponding cycle marker.
5) Zoom p
 op-up menu
If you select a cycle marker in this pop-up menu, the view zooms to the 
corr
 esponding cycle marker.
6) Marke
 r event (inactive)
Shows an...

Markers
Importing and Exporting Markers
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• To move a marker, select it and drag it. You can also edit marker positions on 
the info line.
• To remove a marker, select it and press [Delete] or use the Erase tool.
Using Markers to Select Ranges
Markers can be used in conjunction with the Range Selection tool to make range 
selections in the Project window. This is useful if you quickly want to make a 
selection that spans all tracks in the project.
PROCEDURE
1. Set markers at the start and end of the...

Markers
Importing and Exporting Markers
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Exporting Markers via MIDI
You can export your markers as part of a MIDI file.
• To include any markers in the MIDI file, activate Export Markers in the Export 
Options dialog.
The following settings are exported:
• The start position of position markers and cycle markers.
NOTE
To be able to export markers via MIDI export, your project must contain a marker 
track.
RELATED LINKS
Exporting MIDI files on page 622 

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MixConsole
The MixConsole  provides a common environment for producing mixes in stereo or 
surround. It allows you to control level, pa n, solo/mute status, etc. for audio and MIDI 
channels. Furthermore, it is a convenient environment for setting up the input and 
output routing for multiple tracks or channels at the same time.
To open the  Mi
 xConsole, you have the following options:
• Press [F3].
•Select  Devic
 es > MixConsole.
• On the Project  window tool
 bar, click Open MixConsole  .
This is...

MixConsole
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The MixConsole is divided into several sections:
1)Channel Selector
Allows you to set up the visibility of channels in the fader section.
2)Fader Section
The fader section is the heart of the MixConsole. It is always visible and 
shows all channels in the same order as in the track list.
3)Meter Bridge
Allows you to monitor the levels of your channels.
4)Equalizer Curve
Allows you to draw an EQ curve. Click in the curve display to open a larger 
view where you can edit the curve points....

MixConsole
Setting Up the MixConsole
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6)Pictures
Opens the Pictures section that allows you to add a picture to the selected 
channel. Pictures can help you identify your MixConsole channels quickly.
7)Notepad
In the Notepad section, you can enter notes and comments about a channel. 
Each channel has its own notepad.
RELATED LINKS
Track Pictures Browser on page 94
Setting Up the MixConsole
You can show and hide the different sections of the MixConsole. This saves screen 
space and enables you to...

MixConsole
Configuring the MixConsole
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Select Racks
Opens the rack selector that allows you to show/hide specific racks.
Rack Settings
Opens a pop-up menu with settings for the racks.
Locators
Shows the left and right locator positions.
Transport Buttons
Shows the transport controls.
Time Display
Shows the time display.
Markers
Shows the marker buttons.
State Buttons
Shows the mute, solo, listen, and automation states. Here you can also 
bypass inserts, EQs, channel strips, and sends.
Link Group...

MixConsole
Configuring the MixConsole
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Visibility Tab
The Visibility tab allows you to determine which channels are shown in the 
MixConsole. This is particularly helpful if you organize your tracks in folder or group 
tracks.
• To show/hide channels, activate/deactivate the dots.
• To collapse/expand groups and folders, click the group or folder name.
Input Routing Configurations for Mono Channels
• Mono input busses.
• Mono output busses, or mono group output busses.
These should not lead to...