Okay, I have been good, trying to add info and inpu to the site and not be like everyone else just asking questions. However said, I can;t seem to get an answer anywhere so I'll post it here:
I have pro tools LE digi001 and would like to hook up a harman kardon AVR120 surround receiver as one of the extra options to check quality of mixdowns. I am completely fuzzy on names of cables and plugs (can u tell?). how do I make this connection happen? will I need a line level shifter or anything else for that matter?
many thanks for the input!
Incorporating surround receiver in Pro Tools environment.
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First off, PT LE is NOT designed for running 5.1 or other surround mixes. You need the big system for this capability (unless you use the 6 analog outputs, and 6 tracks).
Also, I need additional info as to what exactly you're trying to accomplish.
Typically, consumer equipment has input levels of -10 where as most pro equipment will be +4. If you're just using the receiver/amp to use as you're listening/playback monitor you can use the main output of the 001 and go into an input on the receiver. You'll probably need to set the output level (it's a software setting in PT) to -10 on your master output.
Also, I need additional info as to what exactly you're trying to accomplish.
Typically, consumer equipment has input levels of -10 where as most pro equipment will be +4. If you're just using the receiver/amp to use as you're listening/playback monitor you can use the main output of the 001 and go into an input on the receiver. You'll probably need to set the output level (it's a software setting in PT) to -10 on your master output.
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AAron, thanks for the input. I know that LE is not surround ready, but I sure as hell can run my surround receiver in classic stereo mode. what i have done so far is to purchase 2 monster 1/4" jack to rca cables. my local music store adviced me that this would work, although I am sceptical, as always. lol. you rinput on changing the output levels within pro tools is outstanding. i never would have thought of that.
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