2 – Parts of the FW-1082
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In COMPUTER mode, they send messages to the DAW
application. The exact message and the interpretation
depend on the application. Also note that these keys
can be SHIFTed to provide another four function
keys.
In
MIDI CTRL mode, they typically send MIDI mes-
sages.
DAW transport controls
These controls have no meaning in MON MIX mode
(except for the
BANK keys). In MIDI CTRL mode, they
typically send MIDI messages.
In
COMPUTER mode, the exact function of these keys
is determined by the DAW application. Typical uses
are described here.
Arrow (cursor) keys Cursor keys for navigation
around the screen.
Dial and SHTL (shuttle) key/indicator Typi-
cally used as scrub wheel, or shuttle (with indicator
lit).
BANK selection keys and indicators In
computer mode, select different banks of eight chan-
nels. The indicators light to give an indication of the
currently-selected bank.
In
MON MIX mode, the keys are used to select, and the
first two indicators show, whether the incoming ana-
log (
ANLG) or digital inputs (D IN) signals are being
monitored.
In
MIDI CTRL mode, they are used to shift through the
“banks” of MIDI controllers provided by the FW-
1082.
LOCATE keys, SET, IN and OUT keys Typi-
cally used to locate to preset location points, to set
location points, and to set the punch points within a
DAW application.
Transport keys and indicators Used to con-
trol and show the status of a DAW’s transport func-
tions.
Rear panel
Figure 2.2: Rear panel features
Line inputs and inserts
MIDI I/O
Digital
audio I/O
Mic inputs and phantom
power switch
Monitoring and
phones
Power jack and
switch
IEEE.1394
(FireWire)
ports
Foot switch
jack