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Crestron AVIA Tool

Crestron AVIA Tool Release Notes

Introduction

Thank you for installing the Crestron AVIA Tool. The following sections are available in the release notes:

System Requirements

Supported Operating Systems
  • Windows Server 2008
  • Windows 7 32-bit and 64-bit platforms supported. Installation requires an admin account, but can be run under an account with normal privileges.
  • Windows 8.1 supported. Installation requires an admin account, but can be run under an account with normal privileges.
  • Windows 10 supported. Installation requires an admin account, but can be run under an account with normal privileges.
Minimum required PC configuration
  • Windows 7: 1GHz x86 w/1GB RAM
  • A display resolution of 1366x768 or better
Recommended PC configuration
  • Windows 10: 2.70GHz x64 w/16GB RAM
  • A display resolution of 1920x1080 or better

Changes Since Last Version

AVIA DSP - Release 3.11.1 (Version 3.1110.0024) (8-9-2021)

MD5 Hash: [e5587b0765f5332a88ccbfdacc94fa9a] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.1110.0024.0.exe

  • No AVIA Tool changes from v3.0930.0043. The only changes in this version are to the Toolbox

Known Issues

  • Tool slows down as multiple joins across multiple DSPs are added to DSJ; work around by making logical groups
  • Symbol exports with more than 5000 joins activated simultaneously can produce inconsistent results; work around by limiting symbol exports to 5000 total joins or less
  • Representation of the liquid gauge for gain reduction from a compressor object will appear inverted from the Avia Tool when exported as a UI export, though the value remains the same between both interfaces

AVIA DSP Tool Change Log History

AVIA DSP - Release 3.09.3 (Version 3.0930.0043) (5-25-2021)

MD5 Hash: [5c53e35f396560779ed4a9bbdde12b44] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.0930.0043.0.exe

  • No AVIA Tool changes from v3.0920.0042. The only changes in this version are to the Toolbox
AVIA DSP - Release 3.09.2 (Version 3.0920.0042) (4-7-2021)

MD5 Hash: [53a5221b6ebce170a950433ee5b9541d] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.0920.0042.0.exe

  • No AVIA Tool changes from v3.09.153. The only changes in this version are to the Toolbox
AVIA DSP 3.09.153 (3-7-2021)

MD5 Hash: [10640d4549c9a7599345aea3f54a834a] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.09.153.00.exe

  • No AVIA Tool changes since v3.07.323. The only changes in this version are to the Toolbox
AVIA DSP 3.09.129 (1-29-2021)

MD5 Hash: [479ea5a8ca3e2ad7953976ad9daee450] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.09.129.00.exe

  • No AVIA Tool changes from v3.07.323. The only changes in this version are to the Toolbox
AVIA DSP 3.07.323 (11-23-2020)

MD5 Hash: [2d06c5b98ef17d34d35e5b213fd9a60f] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.07.323.00.exe

  • New Features
    • Added profiles for popular Audio-Technica conferencing microphones, provided directly by Audio-Technica engineers.
    • Re-organized microphone and amplifier profiles in the guided project setup. Microphones now sort by manufacturer, Crestron amplifiers have been given their own category.
  • Bug fixes
    • Fixed bug that caused the tool to still only show 2 channels of USB after the DSP had been configured for 8-channel USB operation.
AVIA DSP 3.07.228 (10-22-2020)

MD5 Hash: [f02d79621e6f5a38f0253006588d207f] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.07.228.02.exe

  • No AVIA Tool changes from v3.07.228. The only changes in this version are to the Toolbox
AVIA DSP 3.07.144 (9-14-2020)

MD5 Hash: [dd752597735064e372aba05b7aee533c] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.07.144.00.exe

  • Bug fixes
    • AEC parameters can properly be copied/pasted to/from other AEC objects in a virtual project.
    • Loading new projects properly clears the list Undo/Redo actions.
    • Fixed bug that caused doubling of verbiage in context menus after exchanging Channel Strip objects from the Strip Edit view.
    • Fixed bug that caused an error message while undoing parameter changes in an AGC object.
AVIA DSP 3.07.070 (6-23-2020)

MD5 Hash: [f792160b703740122269baa4b4b943a9] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.07.070.00.exe

  • New Features/Improvements
    • Localization improvements – translations completed for all guided project items and popup windows
    • AEC is now automatically enabled when components that would require it are added to a guided project
  • Bug fixes
    • Fixed bug where AEC parameters from a guided project would fail to set on devices with older firmware
    • Guided project AUX strips now include a Limiter object by default
    • Fixed bug that caused connection failures from the Avia Tool to DSPs while they were receiving guided project files
AVIA DSP 3.05.223 (4-14-2020)

MD5 Hash: [500be1022218e0ab8cc9e3026a17a12f crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.05.223.00.exe

  • No AVIA Tool changes from v3.05.116. The only changes in this version are to the Toolbox
AVIA DSP 3.05.116 (1-29-2020)

MD5 Hash: [725490bd88a236d9b76935703b888e50] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.05.116.00.exe

  • New Features
    • Advanced mode added for Ducker support in Guided Project, this option will appear in Guided Project only when the inputs selected
    • DSP Channel Strip can now be edited with a right click in the Full View tab
    • Undo/Redo is now applicable to the DSP Channel Strip object
  • Bug fixes
    • Fixed bug for inconsistent cross point copy/paste behavior
    • Increased character limit for channel names to 35 characters
    • Fixed bug to prevent opening multiple instances of the same object window
    • Updated NVX channel strip to have a default gain value
    • Fixed bug to prevent accepting invalid values for filter type parameters
    • Fixed localization bugs for navigation and text related to graphical elements
    • Updated Guided Project Microphone input’s AEC configuration for Single Codec Telecon
    • Fixed Guided Project routing of Aux if no output source is available
    • Improved project loading
    • Fixed incorrect default values of frequencies for the TEQ UI Export
    • Fixed bug for loading symbols when default language is not English
    • Fixed MEB-114 Channel Strip default gain
    • Updated Guided Project with incorrect routing to AUX 8
    • Fixed link for learning center document link
    • Improved Guided Project loads
    • Updated Sennheiser Microphone default values
    • Fixed Guided Project to stereo couple instead of dual mono for some missing use cases
    • Fixed bug to show USB Out if USB In is routed
    • Fixed Guided Project bug to limit USB Program to Input only
    • Fixed bug where Tool crashes COM server when string containing list of devices is longer than 255 characters
  • Known Issues
    • Slow down as multiple joins across multiple DSPs are added to DSJ, workaround by making logical groups
    • Symbol export with more than 5000 joins activated simultaneously can produce inconsistent results, workaround by limiting symbol exports to 5000 or less
AVIA DSP 3.03.424 (11-5-2019)

MD5 Hash: [913812b6e1c9c821065478fc01ad3091] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.03.424.01.exe

  • Bug Fixes
    • Fixed Guided Project external analog codec selection process so that both the input and output must be selected to complete a project.
    • Added Guided Project Voice Lift documentation to the Help file.
    • Fixed Undo command in the Virtual Mixer.
  • Known Issues
    • USB connections with SIP Codecs do not automatically identify the DSP as an AEC Speaker phone. Default DSP configuration for internal AEC is Enable = Off. To use the DSP AEC (Enable = On) the external Codec AEC must be Off. POTS and SIP calls require that the DSP AEC Enable = On.
    • Undo/Redo is currently initiated from the Edit menu only. Hotkey shortcuts will be added in a future release.
    • I/O metering selections for UI export is not available from any of the high level Page Views. Metering is available for UI export from within individual DSP objects such as Input Gain, AEC or Output Level.
    • Certain computers may encounter a graphics rendering exception due to a bug in Windows. If this is encountered, please update your graphics card drivers to the latest version, and run Windows Update to ensure your computer is up to date. More information: https://bit.ly/2ImJlSW
    • Symbol Export files created with this version of the Tool require minimum Crestron Database v68.07.002 to be used when compiling in SIMPL Windows.
AVIA DSP 3.03.349 (10-14-2019)

MD5 Hash: [eb53ea34a28aaa88b83df92120e1bbed] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.03.349.00.exe

  • No AVIA Tool changes from v3.03.332. The only changes in this version are to the Toolbox
AVIA DSP 3.03.332 (8-30-2019)

MD5 Hash: [dc47495aecf8248b310875cf93a24662 crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.03.332.00.exe

  • New Features
    • Added VC4 Virtual Connection capability for DSP devices.
    • Added Easy Configuration utility with the complete suite of device set-up and firmware update tools.
    • Added new Guided Project configurations for single and dual codec Teleconference with Voice Lift and, Presentation systems. Refer to the tool ‘Help>Tool Tabs>Home>Guided Project Routing Rules’ for a schematic view of the various Guided Project configurations offered.
  • Bug Fixes
    • Fixed bug in PHN object Phone Book that jumped sequence when entering new numbers.
AVIA DSP 3.03.252 (7-23-2019)

MD5 Hash: [e5b5c1df0b2e5c8092351060592f722e] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.03.252.00.exe

  • No AVIA Tool changes. The only changes in this version are to the Toolbox
AVIA DSP 3.03.236 (6-28-2019)

MD5 Hash: [39a99d25c622e14733a0ea5b3be11207] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.03.236.00.exe

  • New Features
    • Template package cloud update will enhance the Guided Project user experience by automatically pushing tool updates for new project template types as they are introduced.
  • Bug Fixes
    • PHN phone object redial function has been updated to use last complete phone book or keypad entered numbers. Short number sequences such as extensions are not recognized for redial.
    • Display Z-order of windows created using Views is preserved.
    • Improved stability of the PHN object with a high call volume.
    • Improved performance of channel VU metering and peak LED.
AVIA DSP 3.03.148 (5-3-2019)

MD5 Hash: [26a165c76c8397002e5e587d5601b3e2] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.03.148.00.exe

  • New Features
    • Guided Project configuration method.
      • Adds a new Home page for creating the Guided Project (or starting a blank project).
      • Includes channel strips for many 3rd party microphones and Crestron loudspeakers.
      • Applies signal routings to comply with best practices.
      • Generates a PDF drawing of the DSP unit to show all physical connections required for setup.
      • System configuration for basic teleconference systems is simplified.
    • Undo/Redo is implemented. Accessed from the Edit menu and providing 10 undo/redo steps. Redo/undo does not apply to AMP 8150, 8075, 4600, 2800 models.
    • Firmware version reporting is added to the Project Information window.
  • Bug Fixes
    • Several fixes are included for tool stability and UI operations.
AVIA DSP 3.01.815 (3-8-2019)

MD5 Hash: [44e21dced90d769bb2fd7138809e8d05] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.01.815.00.exe

  • No AVIA Tool changes. The only changes in this version are to the Toolbox
AVIA DSP 3.01.761 (1-31-2019)

MD5 Hash: [53cd4a4544bce365cbd88ffdc658cea4] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.01.761.00.exe

  • New Features
    • Avia Tool Work Space Simplification.
      • Added channel visibility saving to the device.
    • Added references in the context sensitive Help - F1 key select.
      • Workspace Simplification.
      • AMP-4600 Power Throttle.
    • Added support for new Avia AMP-2800 & AMP-4600 high performance amplifiers.
  • Bug Fixes
    • Fixed Hang button function not terminating incoming POTS call.
    • Fixed UI Export issues with custom channel strips that don’t sync with the software tool.
    • Fixed Virtual project load that doesn’t set matrix cross points in their correct unmuted state when the load is completed.
    • Improved stability when loading a DSP project created on one model to a different model.
    • Added various user experience improvements.
AVIA DSP 3.01.664 (1-3-2019)

MD5 Hash: [48cbd3721c08890bcab634038cb84cc2] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.01.664.00.exe

  • New Features
    • Avia Tool Work Space Simplification.
      • Added menu view selections for single click open-close of specific tool sections (such as Analog I/O or USB I/O) enabling direct access to targeted controls and metering. When using this menu selection any other open sections will close for maximum visibility of the target selection.
    • Added I/O metering for all sections (Analog, Aux, Dante) on the System and Signal Pages. Note: the metering is not enabled for UI export in this release. A subsequent release will enable UI export functionality.
    • Security Audit level policy for Avia DSPs and Avia AMPs implemented in Toolbox-Security Audio Tool.
  • Bug fixes
    • Fixed POTS “Connected” indicator in PHN object window
    • Fixed visual bug with some stereo VU meters not being separated
    • Improved marking of invalid controls in presets, Views and export files when converting project files between device models
    • Improved some error messages to provide additional information
    • Fixed matrix collapse buttons to only affect the selected column group
    • Added scroll bars to V-Mixer windows that are resized smaller than their content
    • Added tooltips to some controls
    • Made File menu always enabled
    • Added additional help file contents
    • Various user experience improvements
AVIA DSP 3.01.644 (10-10-2018)

MD5 Hash: [e5aacf379dcbb609c82ef57c84cbff7f] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.01.644.00.exe

  • New Features
    • New Copy/Paste features:
      • Right-clicking Channel Strip objects provides an option to copy a single object (e.g. CMP) to another channel strip.
      • Right-clicking Channel Strip objects provides an option to copy an entire channel strip to another strip of the same type (i.e. Analog Output strip 1 can be pasted to Analog Output strip 2).
    • Right-clicking Channel Strip objects now provides an option to make a channel strip stereo with the lower adjacent channel, applying the parameter values from the higher strip.
    • Changing the filter type on a PEQ or XOVER (band 1-5) object will reset the value of filter to default values of that type.
    • Opening a Channel Strip file switch the tool to the Strips Page in the tool upon a successful import of the file.
  • Bug fixes
    • Fixed POTS “Connected” indicator in PHN object window
    • Fixed visual bug with some stereo VU meters not being separated
    • Improved marking of invalid controls in presets, Views and export files when converting project files between device models
    • Improved some error messages to provide additional information
    • Fixed matrix collapse buttons to only affect the selected column group
    • Added scroll bars to V-Mixer windows that are resized smaller than their content
    • Added tooltips to some controls
    • Made File menu always enabled
    • Added additional help file contents
    • Various user experience improvements
AVIA DSP 3.01.527 (7-26-2018)

MD5 Hash: [ef8c4910e3ae401bc64438cb19886110] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.01.527.00.exe

  • New Features
    • Added ability to duplicate a preset
    • Added new DSP window pinning, hide-all, and close-all operations
    • Added ability to select multiple crosspoints or trips and (un)mute all at once using the right click menu
    • Added background color change when an input or output is muted at the matrix trim
    • Added ability to TAB (and Shift-TAB) between custom Channel Name fields for quicker entry
    • Reduced the shifting of the workspace when switching between application pages
  • Bug fixes
    • Improved control selection when editing presets that contain PEQ objects
    • Improved naming constraints for V-Mixers
    • Improved visual style of highpass filters set Bessel in HP, BP, and XOVER objects
    • Improved memory management when working with multiple virtual projects
    • Added project type postfix to filename when converting a project from one model to another
    • Increased application responsiveness when first connecting to a networked device
    • Various UX improvements
AVIA DSP 3.01.481 (6-15-2018)

MD5 Hash: [98b1d2f2841631cab44a328ac13859e2] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.01.481.00.exe.

  • No AVIA Tool changes. The only changes in this version are to the Toolbox
AVIA DSP 3.01.460 (5-21-2018)

MD5 Hash: [291a3f6b368a635dd7ae1c168c00a137] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.01.460.00.exe.

  • New Features
    • Added ability to duplicate a preset
    • Added ability to name V-Mixer
    • Added feature to propagate custom channel names to associated DSP objects and matrix crosspoints
  • Bug fixes
    • Improved reliability when dragging items into the UI Export pallet
    • Additional Crestron Avia Tool Help file documentation
    • Increased width of stereo channel VU meters
    • Improvements on French language support
    • Improved application of channel strips when changing EQ objects
    • Added documentation on error codes
    • Various project conversion improvements when moving between different models
    • Various improvements during DSP project loading
    • Added parameter bounds checking to PEQ object in Strip Editor
    • Fixed bug where PHN In crosspoints were also applied to SIG GEN
    • Fixed bug with editing Custom View name
    • Fixed bug with PEQ window size when the tool isn’t maximized
    • Fixed bug with setting AMP-8075 channels 3/4 & 5/6 to stereo
    • Added ability to clear selected crosspoints by clicking empty area of matrix
    • Improved performance when CTRL-Clicking matrix trims
    • Fixed crash when attempting to edit an existing Channel Strip
    • Resolved application crash when opening DSP object windows
    • Fixed matrix collapsing of rows or columns
    • Various UX improvements
AVIA DSP 3.01.355 (3-1-2018)

MD5 Hash: [dd37069cfdcf2643fc07e1416a4cb79f] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.01.355.00.exe

  • New Features
    • None
  • Bug fixes
    • Improved tool stability with multiple instances
    • Fixed occasional device registration DSP load error
    • Preserves last view when toggled back to Signal view
    • Removed gray boxes during load operations if in Views tab
    • Updated error message for lost connection
    • Improved multi-display configuration usability
    • Improved cursor select accuracy
    • Fixed SIP configuration menu partial display issue when in POTS mode
    • Improved selection button accessibility @150% DPI
    • Fixed step control functionality with AuxIn1PEQ Object
    • Removed visual artifact with Delete All pop-up prompt
    • DSP Release notes synchronized between install and tool
    • Link to the help file appears regardless of localization settings
AVIA DSP 3.01.310 (2-12-2018)

MD5 Hash: [59109c1caa4bce0efb099178bf9e9b44] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.01.310.00.exe

  • No AVIA Tool changes. The only changes in this version are to the Toolbox
AVIA DSP 3.01.247 (1-17-2018)

MD5 Hash: [8188c7521aaf9598445440ce7f4b75f4] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.01.247.01.exe

  • Bug fixes
    • Fixes inconsistent double-click response when trying to select DSP objects
    • Resolved incorrect right-click behavior of frequency slider in EQ object
    • Fixed right-click copy functionality for matrix controls
    • Fixed Vu meter to display yellow, approaching clip, warning section in GAIN & LVL objects
    • Fixed incorrect yellow and red display on Erle & Erl meters in AEC object
AVIA DSP 3.01.243 (12-28-2017)

MD5 Hash: [50431cff97ab5c2a6a2eda12489f3c41] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_3.01.243.00.exe

  • New Features
    • AMP channel names now appear on Analog Out in System view
    • Added error code information
  • Bug fixes
    • Improved reliability with COMServer when two DSP Tool instances are launched
    • Crossover parameters are now saved to virtual project file
    • Analog value is now updated in real time in DSP Tool if join is triggered simultaneously
    • Updated Help file to include Symbol export and File conversion features
    • Fixed issue where overwriting preset names deleted both presets
    • Fixed inconsistent CTRL-click behavior in V-Mixer window
    • Fixed incorrect loads of connected DSP-1282 files
    • Fixed ability to delete single channels in DSP Virtual Mixer
    • Improved ERL meter with low input signals
    • Fixed phone book to show saved entries on both SIP and POTS
    • Fixed issue where moving mouse cursor quickly after selecting a matrix crosspoint may select different crosspoint than intended
    • Fixed project file load crash issue with Hebrew OS DSP Tool
    • Improved reliability with Arabic Windows
  • Known Issues
    • Slow down as multiple joins across multiple DSPs are added to DSJ, workaround by making logical groups
    • Symbol export with more than 5000 joins activated simultaneously can produce inconsistent results, workaround by limiting symbol exports to 5000 or less
    • Inconsistencies when converting DSP symbol files (*.DSJ) between different models of DSP
AVIA DSP 2.43.862 (12-18-2017)

MD5 Hash: [fd77f33aba2aa7698cdde5a06d6f6c54] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_2.43.862.04.exe

  • No AVIA Tool changes. The only changes in this version are to the Toolbox
AVIA DSP 2.43.849 (11-10-2017)

MD5 Hash: [e30ff2574b9cf925c60a4adc2849dbb5] crestron_avia_dsp_tool_2.43.849.00.exe

  • New Features
    • DSP Crosspoint Joins support added to allow exporting any control to a SIMPL Join, please refer to application note for detailed information regarding usage
    • ERL has been added to allow monitoring Echo Return Loss when the AEC is active
    • Added a way to copy all parameters from one DSP object or strip to another
    • Added ability to connect with hostnames to networked DSPs
    • Auxiliary in/out headings changed to Auxiliary Send/Return
  • Bug fixes
    • SIP settings Server IP Address field was not clearing when deleted
    • Improved DSP help file formatting
    • Improved warning dialog views to have scrollbar and viewable OK button
    • DSP GAIN object now converts correctly from DSP-860 to DSP-1283 when converting project files
    • Improved DSP project file conversion consistencies
    • Improved overall DSP Tool reliability as a result of optimized logging
  • Known Issues
    • Moving mouse cursor quickly after selecting a matrix crosspoint may select different crosspoint than intended
AVIA DSP 2.43.762 (8-24-2017)
  • File types .dsp project, .dsc channel strip, and .dsx UI Export are now AVIA Tool interchangeable (save/load) between all DSP models
  • Fixed project load issues that could result in matrix elements loading incorrectly
  • Improved Tool stability to avoid disconnecting due to null strings, connecting twice to the same DSP through the same Tool but via different methods, or having server running as admin beforehand
  • Added confirmation dialog shown upon save and export of a channel strip
  • Added VU meters to the Phone object
  • Added a tab in Edit->Preferences to allow for switching VoIP interface between LAN and SIP
  • Analog Input Trims and Mutes now reflect state without needing to mouse over them following a project load
  • Individual matrix crosspoints can now be muted and unmuted when the In/Out Trim master mute is used
AVIA DSP 2.43.601 (6-8-2017)
  • No AVIA Tool changes. The only changes in this version are to the Toolbox
AVIA DSP 2.43.504 (6-1-2017)
  • Added color changes to the VU meter barographs to be Red from 0 to -6 dB, and Yellow for -6 to -12 dB
  • Added Clip Indicator to the VU meters
AVIA DSP 2.43.434 (5-23-2017)
  • Added Localization support for foreign languages
  • Fixed LP and HP filter controls on the Parametric EQ Objects
  • Hid password text entry for SIP server password
  • Fixed Mute indicators for AVIA Amplifiers
  • Fixed AEC reference select dialog
AVIA DSP 2.43.337 (3-31-2017)
  • Resolved problem where DSP object created on a hi-res screen disappeared when using a lower res screen
  • Added scroll bars for adding new Virtual or Network DSPs on System Page
  • Increased text size for channel names
  • Changed error message for empty saving an empty preset
  • Added a horizontal scrollbar to the top of the Tool
  • Fixed ‘connected’ indicator on dialer
  • Files created in Virtual DSPs now load reliably to Physical DSPs
  • Increased number of presets available ( sum of all controls in all presets < 10000 )
AVIA DSP 2.42.703 (2-28-2017)
  • No Tool Changes
AVIA DSP 2.42.678 (2-15-2017)
  • Added Support for the AMP-8075 and AMP-8150
AVIA DSP 2.42.558 (1-3-2017)
  • Some bug fixes.
AVIA DSP 2.42.541 (12-9-2016)
  • Added Support for the DSP-1282 and DSP-1283
  • Special Note: Avia Software Tool Version 2.42.541.01 is an English only version.
    • This version is for use where the host PC Operating System is non-English and the Avia tool automatically configures for the OS native language. If the desired configuration for the Avia tool is English on a non-English OS then update with version 2.42.541.01
    • If your current tool is operating in a non-English language and it is satisfactory then no update is required.
AVIA DSP 2.42.442 (09-30-2016)
  • Added Support for the DSP-1281
DSP128 2.42.324 (08-15-2016)
  • Initial Public Release
  • IMPORTANT: You must use DSP Firmware v1.00.046, or later, with the DSP128 Tool. Use Toolbox 2.42.324, or later, to update DSP Firmware.
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