Toa D-901 KR User Manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
D-901 PC SOFTWARE Version 3
Please follow the instructions in this manual to obtain the optimum results from this unit.
We also recommend that you keep this manual handy for future reference.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION ............................................................................. 5
2. INSTALLATION .................................................................................................. 6
3. STARTING THE SOFTWARE ........................................................................ 8
4. MAIN SCREEN ................................................................................................... 9
4.1.Menu Term Description
4.1.1. File ......................................................................................................... 10
4.1.2. Edit ......................................................................................................... 10
4.1.3. View ....................................................................................................... 10
4.1.4. Unit ......................................................................................................... 10
4.1.5. Memory .................................................................................................. 11
4.1.6. Remote .................................................................................................. 11
4.1.7. Option .................................................................................................... 11
4.1.8. Help ........................................................................................................ 11
5. CONFIGURATION SETTINGS
5.1. D-901 System Configuration ............................................................................ 12
5.2. Changing the Crossover Combinations ........................................................... 16
5.3. Changing the Crossover Slopes ...................................................................... 16
5.4. Changing Equipment Names ........................................................................... 16
5.5. Storing the Configuration as a Template .......................................................... 16
5.6. Storing the Crossover Settings as a Template ................................................. 16
6. MEMORY VIEW ................................................................................................ 17
7. FLOW VIEW ....................................................................................................... 18
8. CONTENTS VIEW
8.1. Matrix View (Bus Assignment and Crosspoint Gain Setting) ........................... 19
8.2. Trim View (Input Trim Settings) ........................................................................ 20
8.3. HPF/PEQ View (High-pass Filter/Equalizer Settings) ...................................... 21
8.4. Comp/Leveler View (Compression/Auto-leveler Function Settings)
8.4.1. Compression function settings ............................................................... 23
8.4.2. Auto-leveler function settings (available only to the input channel) ....... 25
8.5. Automix View (Auto-mixing Function Settings)
8.5.1. Gate function settings ............................................................................ 27
8.5.2. NOM attenuation function settings ......................................................... 30
8.5.3. Ducker function settings ......................................................................... 31
8.6. Fader View (I/O Gain and I/O Group Trim Settings)
8.6.1. I/O gain settings ..................................................................................... 32
8.6.2. I/O group trim settings ............................................................................ 33
8.7. Filter View (Filter Function Settings) ................................................................ 34
8.8. Xover View (Crossover Function Settings)
8.8.1. Crossover function settings .................................................................... 36
8.8.2. Time correction settings between Xover boxes ..................................... 39
8.9. Delay View (Delay Function Settings) .............................................................. 40
8.10. Effect/Echo View (Effect/Echo Function Settings) ......................................... 41
8.11. FBS View (Feedback Suppression Function Settings) .................................. 42
8.12. Microphone/Line Input Module View
(Available only when the D-921E or D-921F is used) .................................... 43
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8.13. Digital Input Module View (Available only when the D-923AE is used) .. 44
8.14. Stereo Input Module View (Available only when the D-936R is used) .... 45
8.15. Digital Input Module View (Available only when the D-937SP is used) .. 46
9. RESPONSE VIEW
9.1. Output Response View .................................................................................... 47
9.2. Xover Response View ...................................................................................... 48
10. PRESET MEMORY SETTINGS
10.1. Recalling the Preset Memory ......................................................................... 50
10.2. Writing Data into the Preset Memory ............................................................. 50
10.3. Preset Memory Crossfade Time Setting ........................................................ 51
10.4. Changing the Name ....................................................................................... 51
10.5. Setting the Preset Memory Recalled When Power Is Turned On .................. 52
11. STEREO LINK SETTINGS
11.1. Stereo Link Functions .................................................................................... 53
11.2. Stereo Link Settings ....................................................................................... 53
11.3. Stereo Link Reset .......................................................................................... 53
11.4. Stereo Link Setting Restrictions ..................................................................... 53
12. LEVEL MONITOR VIEW ................................................................................. 54
13. COMMUNICATIONS ........................................................................................ 55
14. USER LEVEL
14.1. What Is the User Level? ................................................................................. 58
14.2. Enabling the User Level ................................................................................. 58
14.3. Logging On When the User Level Is Enabled ................................................ 59
15. RESTRICTION SETTINGS ............................................................................ 60
16. PRINT ................................................................................................................... 63
17. SETTINGS REQUIRED WHEN THE D-981, D-983, OR D-984VC IS
USED
17.1. The Outline of the D-981, D-983, and D-984VC ............................................ 64
17.2. Contact Input Setting Screen ......................................................................... 64
17.3. Contact Input Function Assignment
17.3.1. Memory selection ............................................................................... 65
17.3.2. Input/output volume adjustment ......................................................... 66
17.3.3. Channel ON/OFF ............................................................................... 67
17.3.4. Stereo input ....................................................................................... 68
17.4. Contact Output Setting Screen ...................................................................... 69
17.5. Contact Output Function Assignment
17.5.1. Memory selection ............................................................................... 70
17.5.2. Channel ON/OFF ............................................................................... 71
17.5.3. Contact input status ........................................................................... 72
17.5.4. Stereo input ....................................................................................... 73
18. PROTECT FUNCTION SETTINGS ............................................................. 74
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19. VIEW DISPLAY SWITCHING (SUPPLEMENT)
19.1. Docking Displays ........................................................................................... 76
19.2. Floating Displays ............................................................................................ 77
20. SPECIFICATIONS
20.1. Software Specifications .................................................................................. 78
20.2. Communication Specifications ....................................................................... 78
20.3. Setting Items and Setting Ranges
20.3.1. Signal processing box ........................................................................ 78
20.3.2. Auto mixing function .......................................................................... 82
20.3.3. Settings when the D-921E or D-921F is used ................................... 82
20.3.4. Settings when the D-936R is used .................................................... 83
20.3.5. Settings when the D-937SP is used .................................................. 83
20.3.6. Settings when the D-981, D-983, or D-984VC is used ...................... 83
20.3.7. Preset Memory Settings .................................................................... 83
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1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The PC software is designed for exclusive use with the D-901 Digital Mixer. It performs settings visually and
more simply than those made at the D-901 unit. It runs on the following operating systems: Microsoft Windows
98 SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 and Windows XP.
A PC with a display set at high color (16 bits) or higher is recommended for use with this software.
Note
Windows is the trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
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2. INSTALLATION
Terminate all other application programs in operation before installation.
Follow the procedures below to install.
Step 1. Download the installation program (D901PCv300E_f300.exe) from TOA's homepage (http://www.toa-
products.com/international/) and save it to the desktop.
Step 2. Double-click the install program icon.
The following window is displayed.
Step 3. Click the [Next] button.
The following window is displayed.
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Step 4. If necessary, change the folder into which the software will be installed, then click the [Next] button.
The following window is displayed.
Step 5. If necessary, change the name of the Program Manager group and click the [Next] button.
Step 6. Start installation according to the instructions on the screen.
Step 7. Click the [Finish] button after installation completion.
The shortcut icon for the D-901 PC Software executable file is stored in the PC's start menu .
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3. STARTING THE SOFTWARE
The following two different methods are available for starting the installed D-901 PC Software:
(1) Starting from the [Start] button
You can start the D-901 PC Software from the start menu.
Press the [Start] button on the PC's desktop, and select
[Programs → TOA Digital Audio Control → D-901 PC
Software] to start.
(2) Starting from the shortcut icon
After installation completion, drag the "D-901 PC Software" icon displayed on the file the software was
installed in to the desktop to copy it while holding down the [Ctrl] key. The shortcut icon is then created on the
desktop.
Double-click this icon to start the software.
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4. MAIN SCREEN
Starting the D-901 PC Software causes the main screen to appear.
Toolbar
Menu (see p. 10)
Flow view (see p. 12 and p. 18)
Memory view (see p. 17) Status bar Contents view (see p. 19)
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4.1. Menu Term Description
4.1.1. File
New: Creates (sets) a new data file.
Open... : Calls up the existing data file.
Save: Overwrites the file being edited.
Save As... : Saves the file being edited to the disk under a different name.
Page Settings... : Changes the margin produced during printing.
Print... : Prints the document onscreen.
Print Preview: Displays a preview of the document.
Exit: Exits the D-901 PC Software.
4.1.2. Edit
Undo: Returns the previous change to the original status.
Redo: Repeats processing previously performed again.
Cut: Initializes the setting value after copying the setting value of the designated box
to the clipboard.
Copy: Copies the setting value of the designated box to the clipboard.
Paste: Pastes the clipboard data to the designated box.
Clear: Initializes the setting value of the box.
Enable Stereo Link ... : Performs the stereo link setting of the channel.
Disable Stereo Link: Resets the stereo link setting of the channel.
Write Protect to Box
Off: Does not restrict writing in the box.
Low: Prohibits box parameter changes by operators.
Mid: Prohibits all box changes by operators.
High: Prohibits box parameter changes by administrators, and all changes by
operators.
4.1.3. View
Toolbar: Shows or hides the toolbar.
Status Bar: Shows or hides the status bar.
Contents View: Shows or hides the contents view.
Response View: Shows or hides the response view (see p. 47).
Memory View
Show/hide: Shows or hides the memory view.
Floating: Floats the memory view window.
Docking: Docks the memory view window.
Level Monitor View: Shows or hides the level monitor view.
4.1.4. Unit
Change Unit Configuration... : Performs configuration settings.
Change X-over
Combination... : Changes crossover combinations.
Slope... : Changes crossover slopes.
Names... : Changes the names of the D-901 Mixer and its inputs and outputs.
Save as a Unit Template...
Unit Template... : Stores equipment configuration settings as a template.
X-over Template: Stores crossover settings as a template.
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4.1.5. Memory
Change
Memories 1 – 16: Makes a call from 16 preset memories.
Store
Memories 1 – 16: Writes setting status in one of 16 memories.
Crossfade Time: Sets the crossfade time when the currently selected preset memory is
switched over to a newly recalled one.
Names: Changes the name of preset memory.
Power ON
Last Memory, Memories 1 – 16: Select the preset memory to be recalled when the D-901's power is turned
on from the Last Memory or 16 memories.
If you select the Last Memory, the PC starts with the last recalled preset
number before turning off the power.
4.1.6. Remote
Connect... : Connects the D-901 to a PC for online processing.
Disconnect: Disconnects the C-901 from a PC for offline processing.
Note
The D-901's setting does not change while in the offline state even if it is
changed with a PC.
Bulk transmission: Transmits data of the currently opened file to the D-901.
Bulk receiving: Receives the D-901's data.
Auto connection: Makes an automatic connection when the file is opened next time.
Firmware: Displays the D-901's firmware version number. (Only valid when
connected online.)
Comm Setting (S): Performs the COM port's communication settings.
4.1.7. Option
Security Settings... : Performs user level settings and restricted operation settings.
External Control...
Contact input: Sets the contact inputs of the D-981 or D-983 Remote Control Module, or
the D-984VC VCA Control Module.
Contact output: Sets the contact outputs of the D-981, D-983, or the D-984VC.
Protect Settings: Performs the D-901's front panel protection settings.
4.1.8. Help
About... : Displays the D-901 PC Software version number.
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5. CONFIGURATION SETTINGS
5.1. D-901 System Configuration
Step 1. Click "Click to configure unit" on the main screen.
The Unit Configuration setting screen is displayed.
Step 2. Enter a unit name.
A maximum of 20 characters can be used.
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Step 3. Select the input, output, control modules.
Notes
• In initial status, "Create New" is selected, and all module column boxes are left "Blank."
• To create from the template (see p. 16), select "Create from Template" and click the [Click Here]
button displayed in the File Path field. A dialog box for selecting the file is then displayed. If you
select the file and click the [Finish] button, the signal flow (see p. 15) is displayed.
Caution
Both the D-971E and the D-971M Line Output Modules can be mounted for only a maximum of 2
units in all. The D901 PC Software does not distinguish types of output modules. However, take care
about the output module combinations when mounting them in the D-901 mixer.
Step 4. Click the [Next] button.
The Crossover Combination screen is displayed.
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Step 5. Click the setting contents to perform the crossover combination settings.
Setting status is displayed in the window on the right side of the screen.
[2-way/2-channel setting example]
Step 6. Click the [Next] button.
The Crossover Slope screen is displayed.
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Step 7. Tick the checkboxes for the crossover slope settings.
Setting status is displayed in the window on the right side of the screen.
Note
When using the template (see p. 16), tick "Template" box and click the [Click] button located on the
right side of a checkbox. A dialog box for selecting the file is then displayed. If you select the file and
click the [Finish] button, the signal flow (see below) is displayed.
Step 8. Check to ensure that the setting is correct and press the [Finish] button.
The signal flow is displayed.
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5.2. Changing the Crossover Combinations
You can change the configuration crossover combinations already created.
Select [Unit → Change X-over → Combination...] from the menu to display the Crossover Combination
screen.
Crossover combination settings can be changed by way of the same procedures used for unit creation.
5.3. Changing the Crossover Slopes
You can change the configuration crossover slopes already created.
Select [Unit → Change X-over → Slope...] from the menu to display the Crossover Slope screen.
Crossover slope settings can be changed by way of the same procedures used for unit creation.
5.4. Changing Equipment Names
Select [Unit → Names] from the menu. A
dialog box for name assignment is
displayed, allowing the D-901 mixer and
input/output names to be changed.
Note
A maximum of 20 characters can be
used.
5.5. Storing the Configuration as a Template
Select [Unit → Save as a Unit Template... → Unit Template...] from the menu. Since a dialog for saving the file
is displayed, assign a name and save.
5.6. Storing the Crossover Settings as a Template
Select [Unit → Save as a Unit Template → X-over Template] from the menu. Since a dialog for saving the file
is displayed, assign a name and save.
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6. MEMORY VIEW
The memory view is located at the upper left of the main screen.
It shows the preset memory names, the crossfade time, and the preset memory numbers being currently
selected. It is possible to recall preset memories and also to write data into the preset memories.
Memory list
Change button Store button
• The preset memory being currently selected is highlighted in the memory list.
• To recall a preset memory, click the corresponding preset memory number and press the [Change] button.
The menu bar can also be used to recall (See p. 50).
• The [Change] button turns to the [Trash] button when the recalled preset memory data is edited. Pressing
the [Trash] button discards the data in edit and recalls the original data.
• To write data into the preset memory, click the corresponding preset memory number and press the [Store]
button. The menu bar can also be used to recall (See p. 50).
• To change a preset memory name or crossfade time, click on it with the corresponding preset memory in the
memory list highlighted by double-click. The preset memory name or crossfade time can also be changed
using the commands from the menu bar. (See p. 51)
A maximum of 20 characters can be used for entering a preset name.
Set the crossfade time for up to 10 seconds in 0.5-second units.
• You can switch the memory view between docking and floating displays*.
[Docking display]
Select [View → Memory View → Docking] from the menu.
[Floating display]
Select [View → Memory View → Floating] from the menu.
* Refer to p. 76 View Display Switching.
Crossfade time
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7. FLOW VIEW
The flow view displays a block diagram that shows the signal-processing image of D-901 using functional
boxes.
Matrix (See p. 19.)
Compressor
(See p. 23.)
Delay
(See p. 40.)
Signal indicator *
1
High-pass filter/parametric equalizer (See p. 21.)
Lock indicator *
2
Feedback suppression
function (See p. 42.)
Effect/Echo (See p. 41.)
Trim (See p. 20.)
Auto mixing function (See p. 27.)
Signal indicator *
1
Compressor (See p. 23) / Auto-leveler (See p. 25.)
: When the compressor mode is selected.
: When the auto-leveler mode is selected.
*1Indicates input/output signal levels as follows:
Lights red when a signal level is over 17 dB above the rated level.
Lights green when a signal level is between 40 dB below and 17 dB
above the rated level.
Lights gray when a signal level is over 40 dB below the rated level.
*
2
Lights red if the protect function is enabled.
Crossover (Xover) (See p. 36.)
: Low-pass filter
: High-pass filter
: Band-pass filter
(High-pass filter + low-pass filter)
Multi-band filter (See p. 34.)
Fader (See p. 32.)
Auto mixing group (See p. 27.)
Channel error status indicator
(See p. 44, 46)
Lights red when an error
has occurred, which is valid
only when the D-923AE or
D-937SP is used.
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8. CONTENTS VIEW
Clicking the box in the flow view causes the corresponding contents view to be displayed under the flow view.
8.1. Matrix View (Bus Assignment and Crosspoint Gain Setting)
The matrix view is displayed if you click the [Matrix] box.
Crosspoint being selected
• indicates input and output signal routings.
• A black, thicker frame indicates the crosspoint being selected.
• The crosspoint turns on and off as it is double-clicked.
(Displayed in numerical form)
(1) Fader
If you select the Crosspoint set to on, the corresponding Fader is displayed.
You can change the signal level at the selected Crosspoint by moving this fader up or down.
(2) Level setting button [Level (dB)]
If you select the Crosspoint set to on, the corresponding Level setting
button [Level (dB)] is displayed.
Indicates the signal level at the selected Crosspoint by means of
numerical values.
If you press this button, a dialog for level setting is displayed, enabling
you to set the level by directly entering a numerical value.
Setting Range: –∞ (–70) to 0 dB
You can also change the level in 1 dB units with the UP and Down
buttons located on the right side.
(1)
(2)
(3)
(1)
(2)
(3)
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8.2. Trim View (Input Trim Settings)
The Trim view appears if you click the [Trim] box .
(1) Fader
You can change the signal level of each channel by moving this fader up and down.
(2) Gain indication button [Gain (dB)]
Indicates each channel signal level by means of a numerical value.
If you press this button, a dialog for gain setting is displayed, enabling
you to set the gain by directly entering a numerical value. (Setting
range: –15 to +15 dB)
You can also change the gain in 0.1 dB units with the Up and Down
buttons located on the right side.
(3) Reverse polarity button [Polarity]
Displays each channel's polarity. Pressing this button permits the polarity to be reversed.
(1)
(2)
(3)
(3) Numerical value indication selection button
Indicates the level setting at each Crosspoint by means of a numerical value if this button is pressed.
To return the screen to the graphic display, press this button again.
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8.3. HPF/PEQ View (High-pass Filter/Equalizer Settings)
The HPF/PEQ view is displayed if you click the [HPF/PEQ] box of High-pass Filter/Parametric Equalizer.
(1) (2) (3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
(10)
(11)
(Displayed in tabular form)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
(10)
(11)
(1)
(1) Filter control
(2) Filter point list
(3) Filter point
Circles on the filter control window indicate operable filter points. Yellow circles refer to the selected filter
points.
: Parametric equalizer (PEQ)
: High-pass filter (HPF)
To change the frequency and gain, drag the filter point.
When a white circle is displayed on the left of the filter point, click and drag the white circle up and down.
The Q value of the selected filter point can then be changed.
(4) Filter type indication button
Displays the type of filter.
(5) Frequency indication button [Freq. (Hz)]
Displays the frequency of the selected filter point.
If you press this button, a dialog for frequency settings is displayed,
enabling you to set the frequency by directly entering a numerical
value. (Setting range: 20 – 20,000 Hz)
You can also change the frequency in 1/24 octave units (step width
can be changed with the Option button) using the Up and Down
buttons located on the right side.)
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(6) Gain indication button [Gain (dB)]
Displays the gain of the selected filter point. If you press this button, a
dialog for gain setting is displayed, enabling you to set the gain by
directly entering a numerical value. (Setting range: –15 to +15 dB)
You can also change the gain in 0.5 dB units (can be changed to 0.1
dB units with the Option button) with the Up and Down buttons
located on the right side.
(7) Q indication button
Displays the Q value of the selected filter point.
Pressing this button permits setting values to be selected from the pull-down menu.
(8) Table display button
If this button is pressed, the filter control is displayed in tabular form. Press this button again to return to
the original graphic display.
(9) Filter ON/OFF button
Displays the ON/OFF setting status of each selected filter. The ON/OFF setting can be changed by
pressing this button.
(10) Frequency response display button
Shows or hides the response view (see p. 47).
(11) Option button
Pressing this button causes the following pull-down menu to appear:
Scale... : Changes the scale.
Q-Display: The method to display Q can be changed by selecting "Value" or "Octave Band." (Only
valid for parametric equalizers.)
High Resolution: You can change the frequency step width if "Frequency" is selected, and the gain width
if "Gain" is selected.
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8.4. Comp/Leveler View (Compression/Auto-leveler Function Settings)
The Comp/Leveler view is displayed if you click the Comp box (when selecting Compressor mode*) or Leveler
box (when selecting Auto-Leveler mode*).
* Selection of each mode for input channel can be performed in the Comp/Leveler view.
Only the compression function is provided for output channel, while the auto-leveler function is not provided.
8.4.1. Compression function settings
The setting screens used here are examples for the input channel.
In output channel, there are no indications/settings related to the Auto-Leveler function.
(1)(2)
(3) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10)
Clicking the [Comp All] tab causes the setting screen for all channels set to compressor mode to appear.
(1) Mode selection button [Comp/Leveler] (Available only to input channel)
Displays the Compressor/Auto-Leveler mode. Mode selection can be performed for individual channels.
All input channels are set to compressor mode by default. Press this button to select the auto-leveler
mode, and press it again to select the compressor mode.
Note
At the time of mode selection, each parameter of compression and auto-leveler functions for the channel
returns to the initial value.
(2) Comp threshold handle
Click and drag this handle up and down to change the compression threshold level.
(3) Ratio handle
Click and drag this handle up and down to change the compression ratio.
(4)
(1)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
(10)
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(5) Comp threshold button [Compressor Threshold (dB)]
Displays the compression threshold level for each channel by means of
numerical values. If you press this button, a dialog for threshold level
setting is displayed, enabling you to set the level by directly entering a
numerical value. (Setting range: –10 to +20 dB)
The Up and Down buttons located on the right side can also be used to
change the threshold level in 1 dB units.
(6) Comp ratio button [Compressor Ratio]
Displays the compression level for each channel by means of numerical values. If this button is pressed,
setting values can be selected from the pull-down menu. The Up and Down buttons located on the right
side can also be used to change the value.
(7) Comp attack button [Compressor Attack (ms)]
Displays the compression attack time for each channel by means of numerical values. Pressing this button
permits setting values to be selected from the pull-down menu. The Up and Down buttons located on the
right side can also be used to change the value.
(8) Comp release button [Compressor Release (ms)]
Displays the compression release time for each channel by means of numerical values. Pressing button
permits setting values to be selected from the pull-down menu. The Up and Down buttons located on the
right side can also be used to change the value.
(9) Comp gain button [Gain (dB)]
Displays the compression gain for each channel by means of numerical
values. If you press this button, a dialog for compression gain settings
is displayed, enabling you to set the gain by directly entering a
numerical value.
Setting range: –∞ (–70) to +10 dB
You can also change the gain in 1 dB units with the Up and Down
buttons located on the right side.
Threshold level
Input signal level
Reduction level
Output signal level
L channel input level meter
R channel input level meter
L channel output level meter
R channel output level meter
(4) Input/output level meter
Displays the input/output signal, the reduction (how much the compressor has worked) and the threshold
levels by way of the following bar graph when the D-901 is operating during communications between the
D-901 and the PC.
If Stereo Link function is set to channels, the level meters of both left and right channels are
simultaneously displayed.
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(10) Comp ON/OFF button
Displays the ON/OFF setting status of the compressor in each channel. Press this button to turn on or off
each compressor.
8.4.2. Auto-leveler function settings (available only to the input channel)
(1)(2)
(4) (5) (6) (7) (8)(3)
(1)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
Clicking the [Leveler All] tab causes the setting screen for all channels set to auto-leveler mode to appear.
(1) Mode selection button [Comp/Leveler]
Displays the compressor/auto-leveler mode. Mode selection can be performed for individual channels.
All input channels are set to compressor mode by default. Press this button to select the auto-leveler
mode, and press it again to select the compressor mode.
Note
At the time of mode selection, each parameter of compressor and auto-leveler functions returns to the
initial value.
(2) Auto-leveler target level handle
Click and drag this handle up and down to change the auto-leveler target level.
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