Euphonix 5-MC, MC Installation Manual
Euphonix Media Application Controller
Single Workstation Installation Guide
Document Revision: C
Software Version: 1.1.3
Part Number: 840-10049-02
Release Date: November 2006
& higher
Euphonix, Inc.
220 Portage Ave.
Palo Alto, California 94306
Phone: 650-855-0400
Fax: 650-855-0410
Web: http://www.euphonix.com
e-mail: info@euphonix.com
Media Application Controller Single Workstation Install Guide
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Hardware Connections and MC Client Setup.............................5
1.1 Connect the MC.........................................................................................5
1.2 Network Configuration..............................................................................6
1.2.1 MC Standalone............................................................................6
1.2.2 System 5-MC..............................................................................6
1.3 EuCon Software Installation......................................................................7
1.4 Workstation Connection and Control........................................................8
1.5 Ready to Proceed.....................................................................................10
Chapter 2: Logic Pro.......................................................................................................11
Chapter 3: Nuendo–PC and Mac..............................................................................13
Chapter 4: Pro Tools.......................................................................................................15
4.1 Workstation Configuration......................................................................15
4.2 Pro Tools Configuration..........................................................................16
Chapter 5: Pyramix ..........................................................................................................19
Chapter 6: Support and Troubleshooting...........................................................23
6.1 Support ....................................................................................................23
6.2 Troubleshooting.......................................................................................23
Appendix A:DAW Parts List and Schematics ....................................................25
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Chapter 1: Hardware Connections and MC Client Setup
Schematics and parts are listed for each DAW setup in Appendix A: DAW Parts List
and Schematics.
1.1 Connect the MC
1. Unpack the MC from its packaging and select a place to put it. The MC should
go on a hard flat surface in order to allow proper ventilation. (System 5-MC has
its own frame for the MC and CM408T modules).
NOTE: The MC and CM408T modules require sufficient ventilation space on the bot-
tom. The MC has detachable feet for standalone users without a System 5
frame, but the CM408T modules do not. If you do not use a System 5 frame,
you MUST have at least 1 inch of clearance under the CM408T modules and
MC or damage to the units may occur.
Use Figure 1-1 as a reference to connect the MC to its components.
VGA KEYBOARD USB
VGA and
Keyboard
2. Plug the power supply into the DC In port on the right side as you look at the
rear panel.
Be careful plugging this in as the connector has easily-bent pins. When the pins
are seated, twist the ring on the connector’s side until it locks. Do not turn on
the MC yet; network configuration must be completed first.
FOOT
LANLAN DC INTALKBACK MIC
USB Talkback Mic Output LAN Headphone DC In
Figure 1-1 MC Rear Panel
SWITCH HEADPHONES
Foot
Switch
WARNING: Attach power supply to the MC BEFORE plugging into AC power or the
unit may be damaged.
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1.2 Network Configuration
1.2.1 MC Standalone
Using one of the RJ-45 Ethernet (included) cables, connect your workstation to one of
the LAN ports on the Netgear RP614 router. Then connect the MC to one of the other
LAN ports on the Netgear router.
NOTE: You have now created a small local area network comprised of just the MC
and your workstation. If you wish to have access to an outside network, either
a studio facility LAN or the Internet, connect the WAN port on the Netgear to
your studio’s network switch, or to your cable/DSL modem.
The MC ships with DHCP enabled, allowing it to automatically obtain an IP address.
The Netgear RP614 has a DHCP server and hands out IP addresses to the devices connected to its LAN ports (the MC and your workstation). This allows for easy plug and
play network configuration. For this reason, the Netgear router must be turned on before the MC and your workstation.
1.2.2 System 5-MC
1. Connect the MC and CM408T modules to LAN ports on the SonicWALL 1260
router.
2. Connect your workstation to a LAN port on the SonicWALL.
The MC ships with DHCP enabled, allowing it to automatically obtain an IP
address. The SonicWALL ships from Euphonix with its DHCP server enabled,
such that it hands out IP addresses to the MC, CM408T modules, and your
workstation. For this reason the SonicWALL must be turned on before the MC,
CM408T modules, and your workstation.
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1.3 EuCon Software Installation
1. Insert the Euphonix MC Software Installation CD in your workstation’s CD/
DVD drive.
2. In Mac OS X, double-click the CD icon on the desktop, and double-click the
EuConWS package.
The Install program launches. Proceed to Step 4.
3. In Windows, if AutoRun is enabled, the setup program starts from the CD au-
tomatically. If AutoRun is not enabled:
a. Minimize all programs.
b. Double-click My Computer on the desktop to display the drives on your
computer.
c. Double-click the CD/DVD drive.
d. Double-click the EuConWS executable file.
The Setup Wizard begins running.
4. Click Next and choose a directory to install the software.
The default Windows directory is C:\Program Files\Euphonix\EuCon.
The default Macintosh OS X directory is the Applications folder.
5. For Windows installations, click Next to customize the software components
to install. EuCon Workstation Core is automatically selected (this is the basic
software used to communicate with the MC. Select further options according
to your DAW:
a. For Nuendo workstations, select only the EuCon adapter for Nuendo and
VST plugin layouts for Nuendo options.
b. For Pyramix, select only the EuCon adapter for Pyramix option.
c. For all other DAWs, select only the Studio Monitor Express option.
6. Click Next to continue.
7. Select locations for application shortcuts in the Start menu.
The default is a EuCon folder in the Start menu with shortcuts to the MC’s
applications.
8. Click Next to continue.
The Wizard now displays a summary of all options selected during the setup
process. To change them, click Back until the desired setup option appears.
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9. Click Install.
The Wizard installs the selected components to your workstation.
10. Click Finish to exit the Wizard.
NOTE: When first running the MC Client, the Windows Firewall may ask whether to
block or unblock MC Client and EuCon Discovery from accessing the Internet
or local area network. Because all communication between the MC Client and
the MC occurs through the workstation's network connection, you must select
Unblock or it will not communicate with the MC.
1.4 Workstation Connection and Control
1. To connect the MC to your workstation, make sure the MC Client is running
on your workstation, and then press the Strip Control Setup key on the right
side of the MC.
Strip Control
Strip Control
Flip
Layouts
Home
Home
Nudge
Nudge
Bank
Bank
Flip
MC
MC
Nudge
Nudge
Bank
Bank
Setup
Strip Control
Setup
Setup key
Figure 1-2 Strip Control Setup key
The Touchscreen in Figure 1-3 opens and displays all workstations available
on the network on the right. There are two choices: none/disconnect and your
workstation (showing computer name, user name, and operating system).
(Figure 1-3 displays a multiple workstation setup).
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Figure 1-3 Workstation Touchscreen
2. Touch the desired Workstation key on the left of the Touchscreen.
These buttons map to the physical Workstation Keys on the upper right of the
MC. For simplicity in single workstation setups, Euphonix suggests using the
1 key.
Workstation
1
3
Figure 1-4 Workstation keys
2
4
3. Touch your workstation in the list to assign it to the selected number.
4. Press the Strip Control Setup key again to exit Workstation assignment mode.
5. Press the Workstation key to which you assigned your workstation to control
your workstation. The MC’s right-hand trackball (which acts as the mouse) and
keyboard should now function just as if they were connected directly to your
workstation.
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1.5 Ready to Proceed
You have successfully connected your MC to your workstation. Proceed to the chapter
of this installation guide for your DAW software to configure it to work with the MC.
Chapter 2: Logic Pro
Chapter 3: Nuendo–PC and Mac
Chapter 4: Pro Tools
Chapter 5: Pyramix
NOTE: If your MC did not connect properly, or a step failed, see Chapter 6: Support
and Troubleshooting.
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Chapter 2: Logic Pro
Logic Pro (version 7.2.1 and higher) has EuCon support and connectivity built into the
application. With the MC Client running on your Macintosh, load Logic Pro, and the
MC automatically connects to the application and displays the Logic Pro application
set.
Versions of Logic prior to 7.2.1 do not have EuCon support. However, the updates for
Logic are part of Apple’s Software Update program, so simply check for new updates
(Apple Menu-> System Preferences -> Software Update -> Check Now), download,
and install the Logic 7.2.1 update. Then re-open Logic and the MC will connect. You
have now successfully set up the MC to operate with your Logic Pro workstation.
• See the MC Operation Manual to learn about the MC’s application sets, touchscreens, and any other information.
• Check the Euphonix website (www.euphonix.com) for technical bulletins,
product support notices, and new software releases.
• Please register your MC by filling out the online registration form at www.eu-
phonix.com/registration. Registration is required to download software up-
dates.
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