SFX 6 allows the end user to set a default volume level. This default volume level is then used whenever a user creates a new Sound Cue. The feature allows the SFX user to set intial volume levels that will suite the needs of their production and their sound system. The Default Volume Level is also used whenever a user is hits the Home key while adjusting any volume level. So if you set your Default Volume Level to -20 db, any time you are adjusting volumes within SFX 6 you may simply press the Home key to instantly move a volume control to -20db.
To Set the Default Volume:
1. Click on the File Menu at the top of the main SFX 6 window and select System Properties.
2. In the System Properties Window navigate to the Preferences Section.
3. In the Preferences Section of the System Properties Window you will see a section labeled Defaults. The section allows you to assgin Default Volume Levels, Default Volume Change Times, Default Wait Times and Default Number Values when creating new cues. To set the Default Volume Level simply enter a value in db in the Default Volume box.
4. Click the OK button in the lower right hand corner of the System Properties Window. Now when you create any new Sound Cues the Default Volume setting will be used for all active bus send levels in those cues until you change the volume levels.
(Note: Default Volume Levels are stored specific to the SFX Computer you are working on. They are not stored as part of your .sfx Production file. If you move your .sfx file from one computer to another computer, you may have to set the Default Volume Levels.)