Steinberg Nuendo SyncStation Operation Manual

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Introduction
For information on selecting a master clock source for 
the SyncStation, see “Clock 01 - Clock Reference” on 
page 26.
Frame reference (phase)
The timecode generator in the SyncStation generates 
timecode referenced to either an internal crystal clock or 
external frame reference signal. This frame reference is 
also used to align the audio clock to the edge of the time-
code frame.
There are four choices for timecode frame references:
•Internal
The SyncStation’s internal crystal clock...

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Introduction
ÖThe SyncStation always regenerates timecode at all 
its outputs regardless of what the timecode source is. The 
only difference when using the Virtual Master is that the 
SyncStation uses its internal generator as the source of 
the timecode and can respond to transport commands 
from any machine control input.
9-Pin RS422
The Sony 9-Pin RS422 machine control protocol is a tried 
and true standard for VTRs. The SyncStation can issue 
commands to 9-Pin devices (RS422 Out) and also re-...

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Connecting the SyncStation 

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Connecting the SyncStation
The inputs and outputs on the SyncStation rear panel
With a basic understanding of the SyncStation functions, 
connecting the hardware to your system should be straight-
forward. Once you have planned your system configuration 
and identified the various clock sources, timecode paths 
and machine control devices, you can start by connecting 
the SyncStation to the host Nuendo system.
ÖThe SyncStation does not need to be connected to a 
host Nuendo system in order to operate....

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Connecting the SyncStation
ÖThe SyncStation has two USB identification modes: 
“MIDI Class” and “Steinberg”. While the default setting is 
“Steinberg”, it may be necessary to try “MIDI Class” in or-
der for Nuendo to recognize the SyncStation. Refer to 
“USB 05 - USB Driver” on page 36 for more information.
Frame and clock reference inputs
There are several inputs on the SyncStation that can be 
used as frame or clock references to the system. Your 
particular setup will determine which of these...

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SyncStation Controls 

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SyncStation Controls
Front panel controls
The front panel of the SyncStation contains a two-line dis-
play, four cursor buttons, a Cursor indicator light, three sta-
tus lights and a recessed Reset button.
Cursor buttons and indicator
The four cursor buttons are used to switch between the 
different display options, navigate the various menus and 
change SyncStation settings.
The Cursor indicator light found just below and to the left 
of the cursor buttons, informs the user when the Sync-
Station is...

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SyncStation Controls
The SyncStation display
The main display has two modes:
•Operation display
• Settings Menu display
You can use the down arrow key to switch between the 
two display modes:
•Press the down arrow key for more than one second.
The cursor LED lights up, indicating that you have entered Settings 
Menu display mode.
•Repeat this process to return to Operation display mode.
Operation display mode
The Operation display shows current timecode values for 
Nuendo, SyncStation’s Virtual...

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SyncStation Controls
Clock reference
The clock reference is shown beneath the frame reference/
frame rate on line 2 of the display. When “Use Frame Ref” is 
selected, the chosen frame reference is displayed. Other-
wise, the selected clock reference is shown:
•W/C
• AES 1
• AES 2
•SPDIF
•Opto
System clock rate
At the very right of the display, the system clock rate is 
shown (32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, or 48 kHz). When set to these 
standard clock rates, the top line reads “Clock” and the 
bottom line shows...

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Changing Settings
Once you have navigated to the appropriate menu, the left 
and right arrow keys are used to change settings. In order 
to make changed settings active, exit the Settings Menu 
display mode and return to Operation display mode.
Resetting the SyncStation from 
Nuendo
In a situation where you need to reset the SyncStation 
hardware, you can do so from the SyncStation Settings 
pop-up window by pressing the Reset Hardware button in 
the Hardware Unit section. This...