TC electronic M5000 User Guide

CONFIGURATION

This section contains text modules concerning configuring either software or hardware
applications. When software is released or a new module card is purchased, refer to this
section in order to install it properly. The section contains the following text modules:

M5000 APPLICATIONS

SOFTWARE INSTALLATION

HARDWARE INSTALLATION

OPTION INSTALLATION

HIGH MEMORY OPTION

SIMM PACK INSTALLATION

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MULTIPLE ATAC/M5000/M5000X SETUP

The ATAC-remote system is capable of controlling multiple M5000/X main frames. The link
that enables the data communication is the
also referred to as the

MULTAC

, and the proprietary

INTERFACE and a connection example is illustrated below:

With one RS485 INTERFACE (MULTAC) you are able to connect one or two M5000/X
frames. The M5000/X´s are to be connected to the M5000/X #1 and #2 plugs (Fig.1).

The RS485 plugs each connect to either one ATAC or is used to loop on to the next
MULTAC box (Fig.2). Additionally, you are able to connect two ATACs using both RS485
sockets.

TC DUAL RS485 INTERFACE for M5000/X

TC Network Protocol

. The RS485

,

When connecting two ATACs, in a multiple M5000/X/ATAC setup, you gain the advantage
that two users can communicate simultaneously. Please note that two users cannot access the
same mainframe at once.

The MULTAC also has DC plug connections for the ATAC power supplies.

Cables:

You may substitute the cable, connecting the ATAC to the MULTAC, with a “MIDI Plus”
cables (5 pins with shield).
A 7 pin cable with shield must be used when connecting the M5000/X with the MULTAC.

Note: To ensure a safe data transferal, please follow the cable length requirements stated
below:

1.

When only ONE M5000X is connected use max. 10m/33ft of remote cable.

2.

In a MULTIPLE M5000/X/ATAC setup, lengths of the cables connecting the ATAC to the

MULTAC can be extended to 100m/328ft. Maximum lenghts may not exceed 100
meters/328 ft.

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SOFTWARE INSTALLATION M5000

Here is the procedure for updating the application software in the M5000. You need to get to
the special M5000 Setup Utility menu to accomplish this.

1. Turn the power off the M5000.

2. Press the BYPASS button (22) while switching power on again. Hold it for a
few seconds. The

3. With the PROGRAM DIAL (17) you choose the appropriate option:

M5000 Setup Utility Menu

will appear.

LOAD DISK/CARD

When DO is pressed the directory of the inserted
floppy disk or memory card will appear. Scroll
through the files with PROGRAM DIAL. Select the
file by pressing DO and confirm the choice by
pressing DO again. Software from floppy disk or
memory card will be loaded. The UNDO button works
as a cancel button and returns you to the Setup Menu.

SAVE DISK/CARD

Saves the application software to a formatted floppy
disk or memory card. By pressing DO you enter the
name menu which enables you to give the application
software a file name on the disk/card. On the top line
a file name is displayed with a cursor under the first
character - ready for editing.

SOFT DIAL A: CURSOR Moves the cursor forward or backwards through

the name. The name can have a maximum of 8
characters.

SOFT DIAL B: LETTERS Selects a letter from A to z and inserts it in the

name over the cursor.

SOFT DIAL C: FIGURES As letters but numerical from 0 to 9.

SOFT DIAL D: SYMBOLS Inserts symbols instead of characters, e.g. blank

or space is a symbol found here.

(Press DO to confirm file name.)

LOAD MIDI

Enables you to receive software updates from another
M5000 (See SAVE MIDI) or you can use TC's
M5DUMP software package which enables you to
dump software to the M5000 via an IBMtm compatible
PC with a MIDI interface installed. This package is
available from TC's bulletin board free of charge for
M5000 USER CLUB members and instructions are
implemented with the program.

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SAVE MIDI

Enables you to dump the software from one M5000 to
another. Connect this (master) M5000's MIDI out to
another (slave) M5000's MIDI in. Select 'SAVE MIDI'
in order to transmit. The Slave M5000 must be set at
'LOAD MIDI'. Press DO at the master first and then
press DO at the slave. An ERROR detector will
inform you if any errors arises during MIDI dump. If
any errors are detected it is recommended that you
repeat the procedure. It is of course also possible to
save the application software over MIDI to an IBM

tm

compatible PC if you haven't a floppy disk instal-led.

SERIAL #

FORMAT CARD

FORMAT DISK

Read Only parameter. Shows the topical serial number
of the M5000 and the BIOS version no. If the FLASH
EPROM is a 2 Megabit size it is also shown here. If
not - it is a 1 Megabit.

Formats a never used memory card or erases the
existing files. Insert the unformatted card or a card
you want to erase that supports the JEIDA PCMCIA
standard. A 64 Kb memory card will be able to hold
over 2000 programs. Press DO and the display will
tell you that all data will be erased on the card.
Confirm by pressing DO or abort by pressing UNDO.

Formats a floppy disk with the IBMtm compatible
format. After format there will be 1.44 MB available
on disk. This means that if the application software is
stored on disk there are room for over 50,000
programs. Press DO and the display will tell you that
all data will be erased on the floppy disk. Confirm by
pressing DO or abort by pressing UNDO.

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HARDWARE INSTALLATION M5000

When the time comes when you want to upgrade your M5000 with additional modules in
order to run more than one effect simultaneously, the procedure is as follows:

1. Switch the machine OFF and disconnect the main power cord.

2. Remove the DUM-1 option plate(s) or module by loosening the 2 screws.

As the M5000 modules are sensitive to static electricity, certain precautions must be taken to
protect them from damage during storage and handling.

STORAGE

Non-mounted modules should always be stored in anti-static shielding bags.

GENERAL HANDLING

When inserting or removing any modules, avoid touching the circuit board by handling only
the rear panel of the module. Modules should always be placed in either an M5000 or in a
shielding bag. To minimize the static potentials that can cause damage to the electronic
circuits, you should observe precautionary grounding techniques such as touching a grounded
M5000 Audio Frame immediately before inserting modules.

REMOVING MODULES

Before removing any module from your M5000, switch off the power and unplug the main
power cable. Unplug all other connections from the module before unscrewing the two screws
securing the module in the Mainframe. When removing a module from an M5000, the
module should be mounted directly in another M5000 or placed in an anti-static shielding bag.

MOUNTING MODULES

Before mounting modules in your M5000, switch off the power and unplug the main power
cable. Remove the dummy-panel or original module from the slot where you want to install
the module. The module should then be removed from the shielding bag and mounted directly
in the M5000 Audio Mainframe by handling the rear panel of the module only. Avoid
touching any components on the PCB-Board.

3. Set the DIP-switches on the module cards as shown below.

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