Specifications
HD MADI Guide2
System Requirements and 
Compatibility
HD MADI requires a qualified Pro Tools|HD sys-
tem. 
Avid can only assure compatibility and provide 
support for hardware and software it has tested 
and approved. 
For complete system requirements and a list of 
qualified computers, operating systems, hard 
drives, and third-party devices, visit:
www.avid.com/compatibility
Registration
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About this Guide
This guide provides a basic overview of HD 
MADI features and functionality.
For complete instructions on connecting and 
configuring your Pro Tools|HD system, see the 
Pro Tools|HD User Guide. 
For additional information about using 
Pro Tools software, see the Pro Tools Reference 
Guide (in Pro Tools, choose Help > Pro Tools 
Reference Guide).
Conventions Used in This Guide
All of our guides use the following conventions 
to indicate menu choices and key commands:
:
The names of Commands, Options, and Settings 
that appear on-screen are in a different font.
The following symbols are used to highlight 
important information:
Convention Action
File > Save Choose Save from the 
File menu
Control+N Hold down the Control key 
and press the N key
Control-click Hold down the Control key 
and click the mouse button
Right-click  Click with the right 
mouse button
User Tips are helpful hints for getting the 
most from your system.
Important Notices include information that 
could affect your data or the performance of 
your system.
Shortcuts show you useful keyboard or 
mouse shortcuts.
Cross References point to related sections in 
this guide and other Pro Tools guides.










