Avid Satellite Link

Control multiple Pro Tools|HD® systems from one. Satellite Link is a powerful software option that allows you to synchronize and control up to five Pro Tools|HD systems as one, with near sample-accurate lock, from a single transport — all without having to purchase additional hardware*. It’s the perfect solution for post-production and music environments with multiple operators and multiple Pro Tools|HD systems.

* SYNC HD™ or SYNC I/O™ required on each Pro Tools|HD system for near-sample accurate lock

For projects that require multiple operators and Pro Tools|HD® systems, Satellite Link is a fully integrated, software synchronization option, providing the ultimate in system control and fast, reliable sync.

• Master Multiple Pro Tools|HD Rigs
Satellite Link offers multi-master capabilities that let you control up to five Pro Tools|HD systems at once, using a single transport. Satellite Link enables near sample-accurate playback and other transport functions across all systems from any one of the linked Pro Tools|HD “satellites”. And when it comes to mixing, Satellite Link enables all synced systems to work together as a single mixer.

• Easy to Use
Satellite Link is both easy to configure and use. Simply connect all of your “satellite” systems through Ethernet across your network or a local switch. Then use the software’s remote control panel within any of the linked systems to toggle the online or offline link status of the other systems. You can also synchronize mixed frame rates across your Pro Tools® systems, and interface with 9-pin devices for layback and digitizing.

• Sync up to five Pro Tools|HD systems together with near sample-accurate lock
• Multi-master transport capabilities allow each linked system to control transport functions
• Supports Video Satellite and Video Satellite LE options for working with high-definition video
• Solo-link capabilities enable linked systems to function as a single mixer
• Loop playback and half-speed mode support

System Requirements

• Digidesign®-qualified Windows Vista- (32-bit Ultimate or Business), Windows XP-, or Mac OS X-based Pro Tools|HD system running Pro Tools HD 8 software
• Digidesign SYNC HD™ or SYNC I/O™ peripheral for near sample-accurate lock
• iLok USB Smart Key (for authorization)