Yamaha DME8i User Manual

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

Owner’s Manual

Explanation of Graphical Symbols

The lightning ﬂash with arrowhead symbol

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE

COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE

PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO

QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The above warning is located on the top of the unit.

within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufﬁcient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1 Read these instructions. 2Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions. 5 Do not use this apparatus near water. 6 Clean only with dry cloth. 7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,

heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliﬁers) that produce heat.

9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or

grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not ﬁt into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched

particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

11 Only use attachments/accessories speciﬁed by the

manufacturer.

12 Use only with the cart, stand,

tripod, bracket, or table speciﬁed by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13 Unplug this apparatus during

lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14 Refer all servicing to qualiﬁed service personnel.

Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

(98-6500)

This product contains a battery that contains perchlorate material. Perchlorate Material—special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

* This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. (Perchlorate)

FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.)

1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!

This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modiﬁcations not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product.

2. IMPORTANT:

or another product use only high quality shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC authorization to use this product in the USA.

3. NOTE:

requirements listed in FCC Regulations, Part 15 for Class “B” digital devices. Compliance with these requirements provides a reasonable level of assurance that your use of this product in a residential environment will not result in harmful interference with other electronic devices. This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed and used according to the instructions found in the users manual, may cause interference harmful to the operation of other electronic devices. Compliance with FCC regulations does

* This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. (class B)

When connecting this product to accessories and/

This product has been tested and found to comply with the

not guarantee that interference will not occur in all installations. If this product is found to be the source of interference, which can be determined by turning the unit “OFF” and “ON”, please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the following measures:

Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by the interference.

Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line ﬁlter/s.

In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead, change the lead-in to co-axial type cable.

If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results, please contact the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product. If you can not locate the appropriate retailer, please contact Yamaha Corporation of America, Electronic Service Division, 6600 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA90620

The above statements apply ONLY to those products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsidiaries.

COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT

(DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PROCEDURE)

Responsible Party : Yamaha Corporation of America

Address : 6600 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Calif.

Telephone : 714-522-9011

Type of Equipment : DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

Model Name : DME8i-C/DME8o-C/DME4io-C

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and

2) this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

See user manual instructions if interference to radio reception is suspected.

* This applies only to products distributed by

YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA.

NEDERLAND / THE NETHERLANDS

• Dit apparaat bevat een lithium batterij voor geheugen back-up.

• This apparatus contains a lithium battery for memory back-up.

• Raadpleeg uw leverancier over de verwijdering van de batterij op het moment dat u het apparaat ann het einde van de levensduur afdankt of de volgende Yamaha Service Afdeiing:

•For the removal of the battery at the moment of the disposal at the end of the service life please consult your retailer or Yamaha Service Center as follows:

• Gooi de batterij niet weg, maar lever hem in als KCA.

• Do not throw away the battery. Instead, hand it in as small chemical waste.

90620

Yamaha Music Nederland Service Afdeiing Kanaalweg 18-G, 3526 KL UTRECHT Tel. 030-2828425

Yamaha Music Nederland Service Center Address : Kanaalweg 18-G, 3526 KL UTRECHT Te l: 030-2828425

(lithium disposal)

ADVARSEL!

Lithiumbatteri—Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandoren.

VARNING

Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Använd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera använt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion.

VAROITUS

Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda paristo ainoastaan laitevalmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti.

(lithium caution)

(FCC DoC)

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM

Connecting the Plug and Cord

WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED

IMPORTANT. The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

GREEN-AND-YELLOW : EARTH BLUE : NEUTRAL

BROWN : LIVE As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured GREEN-and-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or colored GREEN or GREEN-andYELLOW.

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.

The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.

• This applies only to products distributed by Yamaha-Kemble Music (U.K.) Ltd.(3 wires)

PRECAUTIONS

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING

* Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

WARNING

Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical shock, short-circuiting, damages, ﬁre or other hazards. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:

Power supply/Power cord

• Only use the voltage speciﬁed as correct for the device. The required voltage is printed on the name plate of the device.

• Use only the included power cord. If you intend to use the device in an area other than in the one you purchased, the included power cord may not be compatible. Please check with your Yamaha dealer.

• Do not place the power cord near heat sources such as heaters or radiators, and do not excessively bend or otherwise damage the cord, place heavy objects on it, or place it in a position where anyone could walk on, trip over, or roll anything over it.

• Be sure to connect to an appropriate outlet with a protective grounding connection. Improper grounding can result in electrical shock.

Do not open

• Do not open the device or attempt to disassemble the internal parts or modify them in any way. The device contains no user-serviceable parts. If it should appear to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have it inspected by qualiﬁed Yamaha service personnel.

Water warning

• Do not expose the device to rain, use it near water or in damp or wet conditions, or place containers on it containing liquids which might spill into any openings.

• Never insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands.

If you notice any abnormality

• If the power cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged, or if there is a sudden loss of sound during use of the device, or if any unusual smells or smoke should appear to be caused by it, immediately turn off the power switch, disconnect the electric plug from the outlet, and have the device inspected by qualiﬁed Yamaha service personnel.

• If this device should be dropped or damaged, immediately turn off the power switch, disconnect the electric plug from the outlet, and have the device inspected by qualiﬁed Yamaha service personnel.

CAUTION

Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical injury to you or others, or damage to the device or other property. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:

Power supply/Power cord

• Remove the electric plug from the outlet when the device is not to be used for extended periods of time, or during electrical storms.

• When removing the electric plug from the device or an outlet, always hold the plug itself and not the cord. Pulling by the cord can damage it.

Location

• Before moving the device, remove all connected cables.

• When setting up the product, make sure that the AC outlet you are using is easily accessible. If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn off the power switch and disconnect the plug from the outlet. Even when the power switch is turned off, electricity is still ﬂowing to the product at the minimum level. When you are not using the product for a long time, make sure to unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet.

• If this device is to be mounted in an EIA-standard rack, leave the back of the rack open and make sure that it is at least 10 cm away from walls or surfaces. Also, if this device is to be mounted with devices that tend to generate heat, such as power ampliﬁers, be sure to keep an adequate gap between this device and the heat-generating devices or install ventilation panels to prevent high temperatures from developing inside this device.

Inadequate ventilation can result in overheating, possibly causing damage to the device(s), or even ﬁre.

• If several of the devices are mounted in an EIA-compliant rack, carefully read the section “Precautions for Using a Rack-mounted DME Satellite” on page 8.

•Avoid setting all equalizer controls and faders to their maximum. Depending on the condition of the connected devices, doing so may cause feedback and may damage the speakers.

• Do not expose the device to excessive dust or vibrations, or extreme cold or heat (such as in direct sunlight, near a heater, or in a car during the day) to prevent the possibility of panel disﬁguration or damage to the internal components.

• Do not place the device in an unstable position where it might accidentally fall over.

• Do not block the vents. This device has ventilation holes at the rear to prevent the internal temperature from becoming too high. In particular, do not place the device on its side or upside down. Inadequate ventilation can result in overheating, possibly causing damage to the device(s), or even ﬁre.

• Do not use the device in the vicinity of a TV, radio, stereo equipment, mobile phone, or other electric devices. Doing so may result in noise, both in the device itself and in the TV or radio next to it.

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Connections

• Before connecting the device to other devices, turn off the power for all devices. Before turning the power on or off for all devices, set all volume levels to minimum.

Handling caution

• Do not insert your ﬁngers or hands in any gaps or openings on the device.

•Avoid inserting or dropping foreign objects (paper, plastic, metal, etc.) into any gaps or openings on the device. If this happens, turn off the power immediately and unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. Then have the device inspected by qualiﬁed Yamaha service personnel.

• Do not use the device for a long period of time at a high or uncomfortable volume level, since this can cause permanent hearing loss. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult a physician.

• Do not rest your weight on the device or place heavy objects on it, and avoid use excessive force on the buttons, switches or connectors.

Do not turn the [POWER] switch on and off repeatedly and rapidly. Be sure to wait six seconds or more between turning the power to the unit off and then on.

The rubber feet included in this package can be attached to the bottom of this device to prevent slippage when it is to be used on a slippery surface.

Backup battery

• This device has a built-in backup battery. When you unplug the power cord from the AC outlet, the current scene data is retained. However, the life of the backup battery is about ﬁve years. If the battery wears out, the current scene data will be lost. When the backup battery charge becomes low, the [ERROR] indicator on the front panel blinks. In this case, save the data to a computer immediately, then ask a Yamaha dealer to replace the backup battery.

Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modiﬁcations to the device, or data that is lost or destroyed.

Always turn the power off when the device is not in use.

The performance of components with moving contacts, such as switches, volume controls, and connectors, deteriorates over time. Consult qualiﬁed Yamaha service personnel about replacing defective components.

• The illustrations in this owner’s manual are for instructional purposes, and may appear somewhat different from the actual equipment.

• CobraNet is a trademark of Cirrus Logic, Inc.

• Ethernet is a trademark of Xerox Corporation.

• All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders and are hereby acknowledged.

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Foreword

Foreword .......................................... 7

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Controls and

Connectors

Accessories (Please make sure the following items are

Options........................................................................... 7

About the Product Names............................................... 7

About the Firmware Version ........................................... 7

Preparation...................................................................... 7

Precautions for Using a Rack-mounted DME Satellite.... 8

Introduction to the DME Satellite .............. 9

Differences between DME8i-C, DME8o-C,

Connecting to

a Computer

Audio I/O

Connection

Connecting to an

External Device

DME Satellite Features ................................................... 9

Audio System Network ................................................. 10

Glossary for the DME Satellite...................................... 10

Signal Types.................................................................. 12

System Examples........................................................... 13

About DME Designer................................................... 14

About CobraNet ........................................................... 15

Controls and Connectors ....................... 18

Front Panel ................................................................... 18

Rear Panel..................................................................... 20

Connecting to a Computer ..................... 22

Other Functions

USB Connection........................................................... 22

Network Settings........................................................... 23

Ethernet Connection ([NETWORK] Connector)......... 24

Audio I/O Connection ........................... 28

References

Digital Audio Connection (CobraNet Connectors)....... 28

Analog Audio Connection ([INPUT] & [OUTPUT]

included in the package.) ..................................... 7

Connecting the AC power cord........................................... 7

Turning the power on and off ............................................. 7

and DME4io-C ................................................... 9

CobraNet in a nutshell...................................................... 15

Bundle .............................................................................. 15

Multicast and unicast bundles ........................................... 16

Conductors and performers............................................... 17

Cables and hubs for CobraNet network ............................ 17

Setting the IP address........................................................ 23

Master and slave setting..................................................... 23

Connectors) ....................................................... 29

Connecting to an External Device............. 30

Remote Connection ([REMOTE] Connector).............. 30

Controlling external head amplifiers from

the DME Satellite ................................................. 30

Controlling a DME Satellite’s internal head amps from

a digital mixer ....................................................... 31

Controlling the DME Satellite from an external device...... 31

CobraNet Connection (CobraNet Connectors)............. 32

Controlling DME Satellite’s internal head amps from

a digital mixer Yamaha LS9................................... 32

Controlling the DME Satellite from a digital mixer

Yamaha PM5D ..................................................... 33

Network Connection ([NETWORK] Connectors ........ 33

GPI Connection ([GPI] Connector).............................. 34

Other Functions.................................. 35

Initializing the DME Satellite........................................ 35

References ....................................... 36

Options ......................................................................... 36

ICP1.................................................................................. 36

CP4SW, CP4SF, and CP1SF............................................. 36

Troubleshooting............................................................ 37

Component................................................................... 37

MIDI Data Format ....................................................... 38

1. MIDI functions on the DME8i-C, DME8o-C,

and DME4io-C..................................................... 38

2. MIDI Data Flow ........................................................... 38

3. MIDI Setup................................................................... 38

4. MIDI Format ................................................................ 39

MIDI Implementation Chart ........................................ 41

Display Messages........................................................... 42

Error Messages................................................................... 42

Warning Messages ............................................................. 42

General Specifications ................................................... 43

Electrical Characteristics................................................ 43

Input/Output Characteristics ........................................ 46

[NETWORK] Connector (100Base-TX Ethernet,

RJ-45)................................................................ 47

Straight and Crossover Cable Wiring............................. 47

Dimensions ................................................................... 48

Index ............................................................................. 49

DME8i-C/DME8o-C/DME4io-C Owner’s Manual

Foreword

Thank you for choosing a Yamaha DME8i-C/DME8o-C/DME4io-C Digital Mixing Engine Satellite. In order to take full advantage of the features and performance provided by the DME8i-C/DME8o-C/DME4io-C, we urge you

to read this owner’s manual thoroughly before connecting or using the unit. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

Foreword

Accessories (Please make sure the following items are included in the package.)

• DME8i-C/DME8o-C/DME4io-C Owner’s Manual (this document)

• CD-ROM

•AC power cord

•Euroblock plug (16P) x 1

•Euroblock plug (3P) x 8

•Rubber feet x 4

Options

Control Panels

• ICP1 Intelligent Control Panel

• CP4SW Control Panel

• CP4SF Control Panel

• CP1SF Control Panel

NOTE

For more information on your Control Panel, refer to the owner’s manual that came with the Control Panel, as well as the DME Designer Owner’s Manual.

Preparation

Connecting the AC power cord

Be sure to turn all devices OFF before connecting AC mains power.

CAUTION

First plug the female-connector end of the AC cord into the [AC IN] socket on the rear panel of the DME Satellite, then plug the male plug into an appropriate AC mains outlet.

Be sure to use the voltage specified for the device.

Turning the power on and off

To prevent the initial power-on surge from generating a large noise spike or damaging your speaker system, turn the devices on in the following order: audio sources, mixer (such as M7CL or PM5D), DME Satellite, and ﬁnally

CAUTION

power ampliﬁers. Reverse this order when turning power off.

Press the [POWER] switch to turn on the power to the DME Satellite.

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Connectors

Controls and

a Computer

Connecting to

Audio I/O

Connection

About the Product Names

In this manual, models DME8i-C, DME8o-C, and DME4io-C are all called “DME Satellite,” and models DME64N and DME24N, DME8i-ES/DME8o-ES/ DME4io-ES and the DME Satellite are categorized as the DME series.

About the Firmware Version

You can check the version number of the DME Satellite firmware by using the DME Designer application software.

You can also download the latest firmware from the following Yamaha website.

http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/

Press the [POWER] switch again to turn off the power.

NOTE

The DME Satellite remembers scene settings when you turn off the power. When you turn on the power to the DME Satellite, it will start up with the same scene settings. You can use the “Last Mem. Resume” setting in DME Designer to set up the DME Satellite so that at the startup it will recall the scene selected before you turned off the power to the device.

•Do NOT turn off the power to the DME Satellite while it is receiving data from DME Designer or while it is being manipulated from an external device. Otherwise, a malfunction may occur.

•Even when the power switch is turned off, electricity is

CAUTION

still ﬂowing to the product all the minimum level. When you are not using the product for a long time, make sure to unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet.

External Device

Connecting to an

Other Functions

References

DME8i-C/DME8o-C/DME4io-C Owner’s Manual

Foreword

Precautions for Using a Rack-mounted DME Satellite

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

If several DME Satellite units (or a DME Satellite unit together with other devices) are installed in a poorly-ventilated rack, the heat generated by each unit may raise the temperature inside the rack, preventing the DME Satellite from performing as designed. When mounting DME Satellite units in a rack, please leave one rack space vacant for every two units. You can attach a ventilation panel to this space or leave it open to prevent excessive heat build-up.

Controls and

Connectors

If the temperature inside the rack is expected to rise above 40 degrees Celsius or 104 degrees Fahrenheit (or if the ambient temperature outside the rack is expected to rise above 30 degrees Celsius or 86 Fahrenheit), install a fan kit in the top row of the rack. The fan must provide airflow of 1.6m or more and static pressure of 5mmH

Connecting to

a Computer

Ventilation panel

Audio I/O

Connection

Fan kit

DME Satellite

/min

O or more.

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

USB

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

Connecting to an

External Device

Other Functions

References

DME8i-C/DME8o-C/DME4io-C Owner’s Manual

■

Introduction to the DME Satellite

Differences between DME8i-C, DME8o-C, and DME4io-C

The differences between these three models are as follows:

DME8i-C

This model features 8-channel analog inputs.

Foreword

DME8o-C

This model features 8-channel analog outputs.

DME4io-C

This model features 4-channel analog inputs and 4-channel analog outputs.

DME Satellite Features

In addition to basic mixing and matrix output functions, the DME Satellite includes a equalizers, compressors, delay, etc. – that can be patched together via DME Designer to configure just about any audio system you need.

The CobraNet connectors on the device enable you to remotely control analog inputs and outputs by transferring digital audio signals via a network.

The following steps summarize the process for setting up the DME Satellite for use: (For details, refer to the PDF file “DME Setup Manual” on the CD-ROM.)

Install USB-MIDI Driver, DME Designer and DME-N Network Driver.

Set up the network from DME Designer (page 23).

Connect devices.

• Network connection

Ethernet connection (page 24) USB connection (page 22)

• CobraNet connection (page 32)

• Analog connection (page 29)

• External device connection

Remote connection (page 30) GPI connection (page 34)

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Connectors

Controls and

a Computer

Connecting to

Audio I/O

Connection

External Device

Connecting to an

Make network settings on your computer.

Create a conﬁguration using DME Designer, then transfer it to the DME Satellite.

(Refer to the DME Designer Owner’s Manual for details.)

DME8i-C/DME8o-C/DME4io-C Owner’s Manual

Other Functions

References

Foreword

Introduction to the DME Satellite

Audio System Network

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Controls and

Connectors

Glossary for the DME Satellite

Connecting to

a Computer

Multiple DME series units that are interconnected in a network via Ethernet function as a single audio system. In a DME audio system, a group of the same models that can be operated in sync is called a “device group;” audio

processing divisions that accommodate multiple device groups are called “zones;” and the entire area serviced by the acoustic system is called an “area.”

Each device group always includes one DME series unit that functions as the “group master” and controls all other DME series units in the same device group.

If a computer is connected to the network, you can use the computer to control an entire device group via the group master.

This section explains terminology specific to the DME Satellite.

Components and parameters

The individual audio processing modules (equalizers, compressors, etc.) are called “components.” External head amplifier control modules are also available as components. Changing the parameters of components enables control over the operation of the components.

Audio I/O

Connection

Connecting to an

External Device

Other Functions

Conﬁguration

A “configuration” is a complete set of components for constructing an audio system. Each configuration determines the audio function(s) of the corresponding DME Satellite unit. All parameter sets included with each component in a configuration are called “preset parameters.” One DME Satellite unit has a number of configurations, and a configuration has a number of preset parameters.

User Deﬁned buttons (User Deﬁned parameters)

Assigning parameters to be User Defined parameters enables you to control the device from the ICP1 and the DME64N/DME24N.

Refer to the DME Designer Owner’s Manual for details.

References

DME8i-C/DME8o-C/DME4io-C Owner’s Manual

Introduction to the DME Satellite

Scene

A combination of all configuration and preset parameters is called a “scene.” Scenes can be recalled from an ICP1, GPI device, other external controllers, DME64N/DME24N, or computer. Up to 999 scenes can be stored for each device group.

Scene structure

Scene

Scene 1

Scene 2

Scene 999

Scene change

Configuration

Matrix Mixer

16 x 8

Component

First Act Dark Change Second Act

Band Set

Play Set

Band

Set

Play

Set

Play Set

Band Set

Preset

Parameter

Ex.: Gate

• Attack

• Decay

• Range

• Threshold

• Key in

• Hold

Foreword

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Connectors

Controls and

a Computer

Connecting to

Stage Stage Stage

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

USB

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

USB

Scene 1 Scene Recall Scene 2

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

Audio I/O

Connection

External Device

Connecting to an

Other Functions

DME8i-C/DME8o-C/DME4io-C Owner’s Manual

References

Foreword

Introduction to the DME Satellite

Signal Types

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Controls and

Connectors

Connecting to

a Computer

DME Satellite audio system signals can be broadly categorized as follows.

Audio

Analog and digital signals are input and output between the DME Satellite, other DME series units, and other audio devices.

Analog signals are input and output via the [INPUT]/[OUTPUT] jacks. Digital signals are input and output via the CobraNet jacks.

Device group control

Device group control signals control all DME series devices in the group. There are two types of device group control signals, as follows:

• Control signals between the computer and the group master DME series unit

• Control signals between the group master DME series unit and the other DME series units

You can use the DME Designer application to control the entire device group, such as sending components to the devices and setting the parameters as required.

Audio I/O

Connection

Connecting to an

External Device

Other Functions

References

Device control

These signals provide communication and control between individual devices. Included in this category are MIDI messages transferred between [USB] connectors, GPI signals transferred be-

tween [GPI] connectors, and remote head amp control signals handled via the [REMOTE] connector.

Type of signals handled by the DME Satellite

Connector Audio Signal Device Control

[USB] Connector —

[NETWORK] Connector —

CobraNet Connector

[GPI] Connector —

[REMOTE] Connector —

[INPUT]/[OUTPUT] Connectors (audio in/out)

Up to 16 channels of input and output.

The number of I/O channels depends on model.

• Control signals between computer and DME Satellite

• MIDI messages

• Control signals between computer and DME Satellite

• Control signals between DME Satellites

• Control signals with a controller such as an AMX or Crestron

• Internal head amp control signals with a digital mixer

• Control signals between PM5D and DME Satellite.

GPI control signals between GPI device (GPI controller, etc.) and DME series unit

• Control signals to/from an external device (such as AD8HR head ampliﬁer)

• Control signals for a digital mixer and internal head amp

• Control signals with a controller such as an AMX or Crestron

• MIDI messages

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Introduction to the DME Satellite

System Examples

Multiple DME Satellite units: Large-scale system

Foreword

Space A

Computer

DME64N

Hub

HOMEHOME UTILITYUTILITYSCENESCENE LEVELLEVEL MUTEMUTE

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Hub

ENTERENTERCANCELCANCEL

ICP1

Space B

Hub

Space C

Hub

DME8i-C

USB

DME8i-C

USB

DME8i-C

USB

DME8i-C

USB

DME8o-C

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

Analog In

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Analog In

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

Analog In

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

Connectors

Controls and

Analog In

a Computer

Analog Out

Connecting to

Audio I/O

Analog Out

Connection

Ethernet

CobraNet

Ethernet Switching Hub

CobraNet Switching Hub

Hub

Space D

Hub

DME8o-C

DME8i-C

USB

DME4io-C

DME8o-C

DME4io-C

Analog Out

External Device

Connecting to an

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

Analog In

Analog Out

Other Functions

Analog In

Analog Out

References

Analog Out

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Foreword

Introduction to the DME Satellite

About DME Designer

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Controls and

Connectors

Connecting to

a Computer

DME Designer software enables you to integrate, configure, and control the DME series system from a connected computer.

You can build the DME series audio system using graphic blocks in DME Designer that are displayed on the computer monitor.

The DME series settings, configuration, and parameter data are transferred from the computer to the DME series unit via the USB or Ethernet connection.

DME series settings, configuration, and parameter data is sent via USB or Ethernet to the connected DME series unit. After the data is transmitted, you can disconnect the DME series unit from the computer and use it as an independent processor.

You can also connect it to a computer and control it in realtime from DME Designer. If multiple DME series units are connected in the network, DME Designer enables you to build a configuration

that includes those units. Refer to the “Connecting to a Computer” (page 22) for more information on connecting a computer to the DME

Satellite. For details on how to install DME Designer and the drivers that are required for connection, refer to the PDF file “DME Setup Manual” included on the CD-ROM.

Refer to the DME Designer Owner’s Manual for setup and operation instructions.

Audio I/O

Connection

Connecting to an

External Device

Other Functions

References

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Introduction to the DME Satellite

About CobraNet

CobraNet in a nutshell

Developed by Cirrus Logic, Inc., U.S., CobraNet technology allows real-time uncompressed digital audio distribution over industry-standard Fast Ethernet (100 megabits/sec.) networks.

Up to 128 channels, 64 in each direction, can be carried simultaneously over a CobraNet network. (The number of channels available depends on the performance of the devices and the condition of audio signals.) CobraNet currently supports a 48 or 96 kHz sampling rate with 16, 20, or 24-bit resolution. It can also transfer control data along with audio signals. The type of control data that the network can handle depends on the type of devices on the network. When an audio signal passes through the CobraNet network, it causes a fixed latency of 5.33 milliseconds (or,

depending on the setting, 2.67 or 1.33 milliseconds). Visit the CobraNet home page for more information on CobraNet.

CobraNet home page http://www.cobranet.info/

Bundle

Foreword

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Connectors

Controls and

CobraNet network transmits digital audio data in bundles. When bundles are received, they are converted back into the original digital audio data.

With the DME Satellite, a single bundle can carry up to eight channels of digital audio. For routing around the network, bundles are assigned numbers from 1 through 65,279. If you set the same bundle

number on both transmitting and receiving devices, digital audio data can be transmitted over CobraNet network. There is no limitation to the number of bundles that can be transmitted and received over the CobraNet network,

as long as there are enough network resources. The number of bundles that can be handled depends on the device. The DME Satellite can use up to 4 output bundles and up to 8 input bundles. You can specify the bundle number by using the DME Designer application.

The maximum number of channels that can be assigned to each bundle is as follows.

Maximum channels per bundle

Latency 16bit, 48kHz 20bit, 48kHz 24bit, 48kHz 16bit, 96kHz 20bit, 96kHz 24bit, 96kHz

5.33ms 8 8 7 4* 4* 3**

2.67ms 8 8 8 4* 4* 4*

1.33ms 8 8 8 4* 4* 4*

* Since 96-kHz audio is handled as two 48-kHz signals combined, the maximum number of channels is halved. ** The audio signal output from the 4th channel will include some aliasing noise, and proper operation cannot be guaranteed.

Please do not use this channel.

NOTE

The number of channels per bundled can be changes as shown below. Depending on the conﬁguration, the maximum number of channels that can be handle may be less than 8.

a Computer

Connecting to

Audio I/O

Connection

External Device

Connecting to an

Other Functions

Number of bundles per channel and usable channels

Channels per Bundle

Bundle1Bundle2Bundle3Bundle4Bundle5Bundle6Bundle7Bundle

1-8 9-16 – – – – – –

1–4 5–8 9–12 13–16 – – – –

1–2 3–4 5–6 7–8 9–10 11–12 13–14 15–16

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References

Foreword

Introduction to the DME Satellite

Multicast and unicast bundles

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Controls and

Connectors

Connecting to

a Computer

Audio I/O

Connection

CobraNet bundles can be either multicast or unicast. Multicast bundles are transmitted from one device to multiple devices on the network (one-to-many). Unicast

bundles are transmitted from one device to another (one-to-one). Unicast bundles are transmitted only when another device is configured to receive them by assigning the same

bundle numbers. On the other hand, multicast bundles are transmitted to all devices on the network regardless of whether any devices are configured to receive them, and only devices that are configured to receive those bundles actually process them.

It is recommended that no more than four multicast bundles (offering up to 32 channels) be used, since transmission of multicast bundles consumes more network resources.

Unicast bundles should be used if five or more bundles are required. It is also possible to set multiple devices to receive the same unicast bundle number, and depending on the transmitting device up to 4 receiving devices may be able to simultaneously receive the same bundle. This situation is known as “multi-unicast.” The DME Satellite is capable of handling multi-unicast bundles.

Multicast and unicast bundles are identified by bundle number. Multicast bundles are numbered 1 through 255. Unicast bundles are numbered 256 through 65,279.

Multicast bundle

If Device A is transmitting multicast

CobraNet Device CobraNet Device

Digital Audio Data

bundles, they will be transmitted to all devices on the CobraNet network (e.g., Devices B, C, and D in the example).

Network

Connecting to an

External Device

Other Functions

References

Unicast bundle

If Device A is transmitting unicast bundles, and the same bundle numbers are assigned to the transmitting bundles on Device A and receiving bundles on Device D, then Device A will transmit the unicast bundels to Device D.

CobraNet Device CobraNet Device

Network

CobraNet Device CobraNet Device

Digital Audio Data

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PRECAUTIONS

Contents

Foreword

Accessories (Please make sure the following items are included in the package.)

Options

Preparation

Connecting the AC power cord

Turning the power on and off

About the Product Names

About the Firmware Version

Precautions for Using a Rack-mounted DME Satellite

Introduction to the DME Satellite

Differences between DME8i-C, DME8o-C, and DME4io-C

DME Satellite Features

Audio System Network

Glossary for the DME Satellite

Signal Types

System Examples

About DME Designer

About CobraNet

CobraNet in a nutshell

Bundle

Multicast and unicast bundles