The Vectorscope provides a view of the stereo image of the signal. You can check mixes for stereo separation and use Ozone controls (stereo widening and room width) to provide more or less separation.
Typically, stereo recordings produce a random pattern that is taller than it is wide. Vertical patterns mean left and right channels are similar (approaching mono, which is a vertical line). Horizontal patterns mean the two channels are very different, which could result in mono compatibility problems.
- You can click on the phase meter to reset the peak hold display.
- You can turn the peak hold display off in the Meter Options Screen. For more information on vectorscope options click here...
You can perform a quick check of mono and phase compatibility by clicking on the Channel Ops box. This provides a menu that allows you to sum the output of Ozone to mono, invert the polarity of left or right channels, and swap left and right channels.
An additional meter for analyzing stereo spread is the Correlation Meter, which you can learn about here...
Note: This help file is a quick reference for basic Ozone functions and controls. We have a separate "how to" guide that provides tips and techniques for mastering with Ozone. You can download this guide from http://www.izotope.com/products/audio/ozone/guides.html