Yamaha DME8i User Manual

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DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

Owner’s Manual

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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)

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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)

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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References

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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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System Examples

Multiple DME Satellite units: Large-scale system

Foreword

Space A

Computer

DME64N

Hub

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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

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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

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Analog In

Analog Out

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Analog In

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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.

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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

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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.

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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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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).

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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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Conductors and performers

One device on the CobraNet network works as the conductor (network sync master). All other CobraNet devices are performers (network sync slaves). Each device synchronizes its own internal clock to the beat packets (sync signals) transmitted by the conductor.

The conductor device is chosen automatically and no user intervention is required. However, setting an appropriate conductor priority could enable users to assign any device as the conductor. Refer to the DME Designer Owner’s Manual for more information on setting the conductor priority. If the DME Satellite is the conductor, the [IN USE/CONDUCTOR] LED flashes orange. If the conductor fails, another device automatically takes over. Since the conductor transmits beat packets (sync signals) onto the network, each performer does not require an

external word clock connection, reducing cabling complexity and cost. Any non-networked digital audio equipment should derive its word clock from a CobraNet networked device.

NOTE

All CobraNet networked devices, regardless of whether each device serves as the conductor or a performer, can receive digital audio data and control data.

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Connectors

Controls and

Cables and hubs for CobraNet network

Category-5 metal cables can be used for runs of up to 100 meters. The maximum distance for multimode fiber optic cable is 2 kilometers.

However, due to differences in cables, as well as switching hub and CobraNet device performance, proper operation at the maximum length cannot be guaranteed in all cases.

Always use switching hubs in a CobraNet network. When using metal cable for connections, be sure to use Category 5 straight cables.

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Controls and Connectors

Front Panel

Introduction to

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DME8i-C

92 5 7

INPUT

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

USB

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

Controls and

Connectors

Connecting to

a Computer

Audio I/O

Connection

1 [USB] Connector

Connecting to an

External Device

Use this connector to connect the DME Satellite to the computer’s USB port. If you plan to use a USB connection, you must first install the USB-MIDI Driver on your computer.

Refer to the “DME Setup Manual” (PDF file) for installation instructions.

Be sure to follow the procedure below when you make a USB connection with a computer. Otherwise, the computer and/

Other Functions

or DME Satellite may freeze, resulting in damages or loss of data.

If the computer or DME Satellite freezes, turn the power to the DME Satellite off and then on, then restart the computer.

DME8o-C

DME4io-C

USB

1 4 86

3 4 86

CAUTION

92 5 7

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

92 5 7

INPUT

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

•Before you connect the DME Satellite to the computer via USB, cancel the computer’s energy saving mode (such as Suspend, Sleep, or Stand-by mode).

•Before turning on the power to the DME Satellite, ﬁrst connect its [USB] connector to the computer’s USB port.

•Before turning the power to the unit on or off, and before connecting or disconnecting the USB cable, take the following actions:

-Quit all open applications.

-Make sure that the DME Satellite is NOT transferring

any data.

•Be sure to wait six seconds or more between turning the power to the unit on and then off (or off and then on), or between connecting and disconnecting (or vice versa) the USB cable.

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2 [NETWORK] Indicator

Lights orange while data communication is occurring via the [USB] or [NETWORK] connector.

3 [MASTER] Indicator

Lights green when the device is operating as the group master. The indicator is turned off if the device is operating as a slave.

You can assign the group master in DME Designer.

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4 [ERROR] Indicator

Lights when an error occurs. The [PEAK] indicators reflect the type of error. The [ERROR] indicator flashes when the battery charge is getting low.

5 [IN USE/CONDUCTOR] Indicator

Lights orange when the power is supplied correctly to the DME Satellite. It flashes while the device is operating as a CobraNet conductor. If the secondary (backup) connector on the DME Satellite is connected (page 21), the indicator turns off every three seconds to indicate an abnormality on the primary connection.

NOTE

Refer to page 21 for information on the primary and secondary connectors.

6 [LINK/ACTIVITY] Indicator

Lights up steadily or flashes slowly when cables are connected correctly to the CobraNet connectors. It flashes rapidly while the unit is transferring data onto the network correctly. If the secondary (backup) connection is being used for communication, the indicator turns off every three seconds to indicate an abnormality on the primary connection.

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7 [PEAK] Indicators

Light red when the signal level at the corresponding built-in analog audio inputs or outputs ([INPUT] or [OUTPUT] connectors) reaches or exceeds -3 dBFS. They also indicate an error number or status.

8 [SIGNAL] Indicators

Light green when the signal level at the corresponding builtin analog audio inputs or outputs ([INPUT] or [OUTPUT] connectors) reaches or exceeds -40 dBFS. They also indicate the status, for example, of the initialization process.

NOTE

Remove the transparent protective ﬁlm that was applied to the indicator panel prior to shipment from the factory.

9 [POWER] Switch

Turns mains power to the device on and off. The DME Satellite will start up with the same scene settings that were active when it shut down. You can use the “Last Mem. Resume” setting in DME Designer to set up the DME Satellite so that at startup it will recall the scene selected before you turned off the power to the device.

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Rear Panel

Introduction to

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Controls and

Connectors

Connecting to

a Computer

Audio I/O

Connection

1 3 4 5

DME8i-C

MAC ADD * XX XX XX XX XX XX *

RS-232C

RS-422

1 3 4 5

DME8o-C

RS-232C

RS-422

2 )

1 3 4 5

MAC ADD * XX XX XX XX XX XX *

DME4io-C

RS-232C

RS-422

MAC ADD * XX XX XX XX XX XX *

1 [AC IN] Connector

Connect to the AC mains using the supplied AC power cord. First connect the power cord to the DME Satellite, then in-

Connecting to an

External Device

Other Functions

sert the power cord plug into an AC outlet.

2 Ground Screw

For maximum safety be sure to securely connect the DME Satellite ground screw to an earth connection. The supplied power cable has a three-prong plug that will ground the unit when the plug is inserted into an appropriately grounded three-prong type AC mains outlet. If the AC outlet is not grounded, be sure to ground the unit by using this ground

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screw. Correct grounding will effectively eliminate hum noise and interference.

3 [NETWORK] Connector

This is a 100Base-TX/10Base-T Ethernet connector for connection to a computer or to another DME series unit in the network. See “Ethernet Connection ([NETWORK] Connector)” on page 24 for connection details.

2 )

Even when the power switch is turned off, electricity is still flowing to the product all the minimum level. When you are not using the

CAUTION

product for a long time, make sure to unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet.

NOTE

Use a STP (Shielded Twisted Pair) cable for this connection to prevent electromagnetic interference.

4 Dip Switch

This 6-bit dip switch enables you to select the [REMOTE] connector function or initialize the DME Satellite, depending on its setting at the startup of the device. To switch between RS-232C and RS-422 for the [REMOTE] connector function, turn off the power to the device, set the dip switch as shown below, then turn on the power to the device again. See page 35 for the DME Satellite initialization procedure.

RS-232C RS-422

RS-232C

RS-422

If you do not plan to initialize the DME Satellite,

set all dip switch bits (excluding one bit for the

CAUTION

RS-422 setting) in the upper position.

RS-232C

RS-422

5 [REMOTE] Connector

This 9-pin D-SUB connector allows connection to a Yamaha AD824 or AD8HR remote head amplifier or an RS232C/RS-422 compatible controller such as those from AMX or Crestron. See “Remote Connection ([REMOTE] Connector)” on page 30 for connection details.

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6 CobraNet [PRIMARY]/[SECONDARY]

Connectors

The DME Satellite features two CobraNet connectors for built-in redundancy: one for a primary network connection, another for a secondary or backup connection. If for some reason the primary connection fails (e.g., a cable is damaged, inadvertently disconnected, or a switching hub fails), the secondary connection automatically kicks in. Audio transmission is momentarily interrupted, but the duration of interruption varies depending on the hub performance or settings, and the system configuration.

NOTE

•You can check the CobraNet connection status by looking at the [IN USE/CONDUCTOR] and [LINK ACTIVITY] indicators. The indicators on both sides to the CobraNet connectors are turned off.

•Use a STP (Shielded Twisted Pair) cable to prevent electromagnetic interference.

7 MAC Address

This is the CobraNet’s MAC (Media Access Control) address.

8 [GPI] Connector

This Euroblock connector provides access to the unit’s GPI (General Purpose Interface) interface for transfer of control signals to and from external equipment. It features 8-port input and 4-port output. The +V terminals have an output voltage of 5 volts. The IN terminal detects voltage changes from 0V to 5V. The OUT terminals output either signal “L” or “H” at a TTL level. (See page 34.)

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9 [INPUT] Connectors

These Euroblock connectors receive 8-channel analog audio signals on the DME8i-C.

These Euroblock connectors receive 4-channel analog audio signals on the DME4io-C.

) [OUTPUT] Connectors

These Euroblock connectors output 8-channel analog audio signals on the DME8o-C.

These Euroblock connectors output 4-channel analog audio signals on the DME4io-C.

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Foreword

Device Group

DME Satellite

Computer

(Running DME Designer.)

Computer

(Running MIDI

Sequencer or

similar application.)

Ethernet Cable

Switching Hub

Ethernet Cable

DME Satellite

Ethernet Straight Cable

DME64N/24N

USB Cable

Connecting to a Computer

USB Connection

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Controls and

Connectors

Connecting to

a Computer

Audio I/O

Connection

To connect multiple DME Satellite units to a network, you must assign appropriate IP addresses and make other network settings on all units. To achieve this, you need to connect the [USB] connector of one of the DME Satellite units to the USB port of the computer using USB cables, install USB-MIDI Driver and DME Designer on the computer, then assign the IP addresses to the DME Satellite units from DME Designer.

NOTE

•Refer to the “DME Setup Manual” (PDF ﬁle) for details on installing USB-MIDI Driver and DME Designer.

•Make sure that the USB-MIDI Driver’s THRU setting is “OFF.”

•Refer to “Network Settings” on page 23 for more information on assigning IP addresses from DME Designer.

USB connections can be used in the following three ways: (1) Set up the network (e.g., assign a unique IP address to each DME Satellite) from DME Designer. (2) Control the DME Satellite from DME Designer. (3) Connect to any individual DME Satellite and control that DME Satellite unit by transmitting MIDI com-

mands from a MIDI sequencer or similar software.

NOTE

• When using a DME Satellite together with the DME64N/24N, you must assign the DME Satellite (including the DME8iES/DME8o-ES/DME4io-ES) as the master.

• The computer on which DME Designer is running can be connected to either the group master or a slave DME series unit.

• The correspondence between the MIDI commands to be received/transmitted and the scene parameters can be set up using DME Designer.

• The USB port being used by DME Designer is not available for use by a MIDI sequencer or other application.

Connecting to an

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Other Functions

References

USB

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

PEAK

SIGNAL

USB

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

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Network Settings

Use DME Designer to specify the IP address, master/slave, and master ID settings as follows.

Setting the IP address

Each group of digits between periods in an IP address is called an “octet.” These groups of digits are called “1st octet,” “2nd octet,” etc., starting from the left-most digit group.

You cannot specify 0, 127, or 223 through 255 for the 1st octet of the network address. You can specify the following range of values for the 4th octet.

Master : 2-253 Slave : 3-253

Network Address Host Address

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NOTE

•Subnet mask is ﬁxed at 255.255.255.0.

• The network address of Gateway is the same as that of IP address. The host address of Gateway is automatically set to 254.

• Assign each of DME series units a unique IP address so that there are no duplicates. Assigning duplicate IP addresses may cause serious network problems.

•You cannot make any network settings while using the DME Designer application on-line. To make network settings, ﬁrst set DME Designer off-line. Refer to the DME Designer Owner’s Manual for details.

•If you have connected a PM5D and a DME Satellite via CobraNet and are controlling the DME Satellite from the PM5D, you must specify a value of 2 as the fourth octet of the group master DME Satellite’s IP address.

Master and slave setting

Each device group must have one master. All other devices in the group are assigned as slave. The fourth octet of a slave DME Satellite’s master ID must be the same value as the fourth octet of the group

master DME Satellite’s IP address.

NOTE

When using a DME Satellite together with the DME64N/24N, you must assign the DME Satellite (including the DME8iES/DME8o-ES/DME4io-ES) as the master. If you assign the DME64N/24N as the device group master, you will be unable to synchronize using DME Designer.

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Ethernet Connection ([NETWORK] Connector)

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

To control the DME Satellite from the computer via Ethernet, use an Ethernet cable to connect the [NETWORK] connector on the rear panel of the DME Satellite to the computer, then install DME-N Network Driver.

NOTE

•Refer to the “DME Setup Manual” (PDF ﬁle) for details on installing DME-N Network Driver.

•Appropriate IP addresses must ﬁrst be assigned to all devices connected to an Ethernet network. Connect your computer to one of the DME Satellite units via USB, then assign the IP addresses from DME Designer (page 22).

Controls and

Connectors

Connecting to

a Computer

Audio I/O

Connection

Connecting to an

External Device

Two DME Satellite units directly connected via Ethernet

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

USB

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

DME Satellite

Ethernet Cable

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

USB

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

DME Satellite

USB Cable

You can connect devices in the same device group directly to each other using Ethernet cables, without connecting them to a switching hub. If they are DME Satellite units, you can use either crossover cables or straight cables. In this case, from DME Designer set Link Mode on both units to the same setting. Devices in different subnet (different network address) groups can be connected via a router or layer-3 compliant switching hub.

HINT

Since the DME Satellite supports Auto MDI/MDI-X, it will automatically detect whether the connected cable is of the straight type or crossover type, and will conﬁgure itself to create the optimal connection. Therefore, you can use either a straight or crossover cable.

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Control from a computer in the same subnet group

Device Group

Group Master

USB

DME Satellite (IP address: 192.168.0.7)

Ethernet Cable

Switching Hub

Ethernet Cable

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

USB

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

DME Satellite (IP address: 192.168.0.3) (Master ID: 7)

DME64N/24N (IP address: 192.168.0.250) (Master ID: 7)

NOTE

• The IP addresses in the diagram are examples.

•Use a switching hub that is compatible with 100Base-TX/10Base-T network speeds. The maximum length of a cable between a switching hub and the DME Satellite is 100 meters. Due to the quality of cables and switching hub performance, however, proper operation at the maximum length cannot be guaranteed in some cases. Use a STP (Shielded Twisted Pair) cable to prevent electromagnetic interference.

•If you are using multiple DME series units, set Link Mode on each unit to the same setting. Yamaha recommends that you select 100Base-TX for the Link Mode setting.

•You can also connect a supported controller such as the AMX or Crestron, and control the DME Satellite remotely. For details, refer to “Connecting to an External Device” on page 30.

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

Ethernet Straight Cable

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Ethernet Straight Cable

Computer

(IP address:

192.168.0.100)

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Connectors

Controls and

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Connecting to

Audio I/O

Connection

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Connecting to a Computer

Control from a computer with a different subnet

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Controls and

Connectors

Connecting to

a Computer

Audio I/O

Connection

Device Group

Group Master

USB

DME Satellite (IP address: 192.168.0.5)

Ethernet Cable

USB

DME Satellite (IP address: 192.168.0.3) (Master ID: 5)

DME64N/24N (IP address: 192.168.0.12) (Master ID: 5)

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

Switching Hub

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

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Ethernet

Straight Cable

Ethernet Straight Cable

Port settings

• Destination network address: 192.168.0.0

• Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0

• Gateway: 192.168.0.254

Router or

Layer-3

Ethernet

Straight Cable

Compliant

Switching

Hub

Computer

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Other Functions

References

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Connecting to a Computer

Connecting multiple device groups

Device Group 1 Device Group 2

Group Master

USB

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

DME Satellite

(IP address: 192.168.0.2)

Ethernet Cable Ethernet Cable

Switching Hub

Ethernet Straight Cable

Ethernet

Straight Cable

Ethernet Cable

HOMEHOME UTILITYUTILITYSCENESCENE LEVELLEVEL MUTEMUTE

ENTERENTERCANCELCANCEL

DME64N/24N

Ethernet Cable

(IP address: 192.168.0.100)

(Master ID: 2)

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

USB

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

DME Satellite

(IP address: 192.168.0.40)

(Master ID: 2)

Group Master

Switching Hub

USB

INPUT

PEAK

SIGNAL

USB

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

DME Satellite

(IP address: 192.168.0.3)

Ethernet Straight Cable

HOMEHOME UTILITYUTILITYSCENESCENE LEVELLEVEL MUTEMUTE

DME64N/24N

(IP address: 192.168.0.200)

(Master ID: 3)

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

DME Satellite

(IP address: 192.168.0.10)

(Master ID: 3)

Foreword

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Connectors

ENTERENTERCANCELCANCEL

Controls and

a Computer

Connecting to

Computer

(IP address: 192.168.0.1)

Audio I/O

Connection

External Device

Connecting to an

Other Functions

References

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Foreword

Audio I/O Connection

Digital Audio Connection (CobraNet Connectors)

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Controls and

Connectors

Connecting to

a Computer

Audio I/O

Connection

The DME Satellite CobraNet connectors enable you to transfer digital audio, control, and word clock signals. Refer to page 15 for more information on CobraNet.

Connecting and setting up the DME Satellite in accordance with other CobraNet compatible equipment allows for broad-ranging audio and word clock signal networkability. Refer to the MY16-C or MY16-CII Owner’s Manual for more information on the corresponding interface card.

Example: Connection to CobraNet devices

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

USB

DME Satellite

12345678

EXT.

NETWORK

CLOCK

PEAK

MID

96kHz

MASTER

88.2kHz

SIGNAL

48kHz

12345678

44.1kHz

PEAK

SIGNAL

OUT

DME24N

Audio Signal

SCENE NUMBER

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

MY16-CII

Switching Hub

Ethernet Straight Cable

ACU16-C

LOCK

NHB32-C

Audio Signal

LINK CONDUCT

ERROR

NETWORK HUB AND BRIDGE

Connecting to an

External Device

Other Functions

References

NOTE

DME Satellites and the MY16-C or MY16C-II can transmit and receive control data such as for internal head amps via CobraNet. However in some cases, it may not be possible to transmit or receive control data depending on the device in which the MY card is installed. For details, refer to the operating manual of the device in which the card is installed.

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Audio I/O Connection

Analog Audio Connection ([INPUT] & [OUTPUT] Connectors)

The DME Satellite can directly input and output audio signals via the [INPUT] and [OUTPUT] connectors. Wire the supplied Euroblock plugs (3P) as shown below. You can use DME Designer to set the head amplifier gain and turn the phantom power on and off for each [INPUT] connector.

Cable preparation

Prepare cables to be attached to a Euroblock plug as shown below.

Shielded Cable

7mm

30mm

Foreword

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Be sure to use shielded cables.

CAUTION

Do not tin (plate with solder) the exposed sections of the cable.

CAUTION

Euroblock plug connection

NOTE

Use a slotted screwdriver with a blade width of about 3 millimeters to secure the cables to the (3P) Euroblock plug. Use a slotted screwdriver with a blade width of about 2 millimeters to secure the cables to the (16P) Euroblock plug to connect to the [GPI] connector.

1. Loosen terminal screws.

Terminal Screw

3mm

Loosen

Slotted Screwdriver

Euroblock Plug

Connectors

Controls and

a Computer

Connecting to

Audio I/O

Connection

2. Insert cables.

3. Securely tighten terminal screws.

Pull the cables (not too strongly) to confirm that they are securely connected.

4. Insert the Euroblock plug into the Euroblock

connector on the rear panel.

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Connecting to an

Other Functions

References

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Foreword

Connecting to an External Device

Remote Connection ([REMOTE] Connector)

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Controlling external head amplifiers from the DME Satellite

Controls and

Connectors

Connecting to

a Computer

Audio I/O

Connection

The [REMOTE] connector of the DME Satellite can be connected to remotely-controllable Yamaha AD8HR or AD824 head amplifiers (pre-amps), digital mixers, or RS-232C compatible controllers (such as those from AMX or Crestron). The [REMOTE] connector also transmits and receives MIDI messages.

You can remotely control the AD8HR or AD824 head amplifier settings from DME Designer. Up to eight AD8HR/AD824 head amplifiers can be connected.

Be sure to set the dip switch on the rear panel of the DME Satellite to “RS-422” (page 20) when connecting to AD8HR or AD824 remote head amplifiers. Do not change the dip switch setting to any position other than to “RS-422” while the devices are connected to prevent possible damage to the device(s).

When connecting to a combination of AD8HR and AD824 head amplifiers, be sure to place the AD8HR units closest to the DME Satellite in the chain, otherwise the AD8HR or AD824 unit(s) may not be properly recognized by the DME Satellite.

D-SUB 9-pin Cable (Interlink Crossover)

Set to RS-422

USB

DME Satellite

REMOTE

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

HA REMOTE 2HA REMOTE 1 HA REMOTE 1 HA REMOTE 2

AD8HR AD8HR

Connecting to an

External Device

Other Functions

References

COM PC/RS-422 COM RS-422 COM PC/RS-422 COM RS-422 COM PC/RS-422

AD824 AD824 AD824

NOTE

Only control signals are transmitted and received via the REMOTE connection. Audio connections must be made separately.

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Connecting to an External Device

Controlling a DME Satellite’s internal head amps from a digital mixer

The internal head amp settings of a DME8i-C or DME4io-C can be remotely controlled from a digital mixer such as the Yamaha PM5D or DM2000.

Connect the digital mixer to the DME series’ [REMOTE] connector, and use an Ethernet cable to make connections between the [NETWORK] connectors of the DME series.

From the digital mixer, DME series units can be controlled as an AD8HR. The gain and the phantom power (+48V) can be controlled.

D-SUB 9-pin Cable

Foreword

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

REMOTE REMOTE

USB

DME Satellite

USB

DME Satellite

USB

Digital Mixer

DME Satellite

USB

DME Satellite

NOTE

•Only one mixer can be connected within each device group.

• The digital mixer can be connected to any DME series unit, whether it is the group master or a slave unit.

• The ID number of the DME series unit being remotely controlled is speciﬁed from DME Designer. For details on making this setting, refer to the “DME Designer Owner’s Manual.”

•If the connection between DME series units is broken, it will no longer be possible to communicate with DME units of an ID number that follows the disconnected DME.

• The variable range of GAIN differs between the AD8HR and the DME Satellite. You cannot use the mixer to specify a value that exceeds the variable range of the DME Satellite.

Controlling the DME Satellite from an external device

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

Ethernet

Cable

Switching

Connectors

Controls and

Hub

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

a Computer

Connecting to

Audio I/O

Connection

You can remotely control the DME Satellite from a connected RS-232C or RS-422 compatible controller, such as those from AMX or Crestron.

Be sure to set the dip switch on the rear panel of the DME Satellite correctly (page 20) in accordance with a connected RS-232C or RS-422 compatible remote controller. Do not change the dip switch setting to any other position while the devices are connected to prevent possible damage to the device(s).

NOTE

• The port used for remote control is speciﬁed from DME Designer. For details on making this setting, refer to the “DME Designer Owner’s Manual.”

•Refer to “DME Remote Control Protocol Speciﬁcations” on the Yamaha web site for more information on communication protocols used to control the DME Satellite from an external device (such as those from AMX or Crestron). http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/

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Connecting to an

Other Functions

References

Page 32

Foreword

Connecting to an External Device

CobraNet Connection (CobraNet Connectors)

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Controlling DME Satellite’s internal head amps from a digital mixer Yamaha LS9

Controls and

Connectors

You can use the CobraNet connector to control the DME Satellite’s internal head amp or other functionality.

The internal head amp settings of a DME8i-C or DME4io-C can be remotely controlled from a digital mixer LS9. Use the MY16-CII interface card to make CobraNet connections between the digital mixer and the DME series.

Use an Ethernet cable connected to the [NETWORK] connectors to make connections between DME series units.

The gain and the phantom power (+48V) can be controlled from the digital mixer.

Connecting to

a Computer

Audio I/O

Connection

Connecting to an

External Device

LS9

MY16-CII

Switching

Hub

Switching

Hub

DME8i-C

USB

DME8i-C

Ethernet

CobraNet

Ethernet Switching Hub

CobraNet Switching Hub

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

Other Functions

References

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

NOTE

•Only one mixer can be connected within each device group.

• The digital mixer can be connected to any DME series unit, whether it is the group master or a slave unit.

• The ID number of the DME series unit being remotely controlled is speciﬁed from DME Designer. For details on making this setting, refer to the “DME Designer Owner’s Manual.”

•If the connection between DME series units is broken, it will no longer be possible to communicate with DME units of an ID number that follows the disconnected DME.

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Connecting to an External Device

Controlling the DME Satellite from a digital mixer Yamaha PM5D

If you install an MY16-C or MY16-CII interface card on a PM5D Digital Mixing Consol and connect it to the DME Satellite via the CobraNet connectors, you can remotely control the DME Satellite from the PM5D, as well as transfer audio and word clock signals between them. Refer to the PM5D/PM5D-RH Owner’s Manual for more information on the PM5D’s DME Control function.

Foreword

Ethernet

CobraNet

Ethernet Switching Hub

CobraNet Switching Hub

Hub

MY16-CII

Hub

DME8i-C

USB

DME8i-C

USB

DME8o-C

DME4io-C

Introduction to

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

PEAK

DIGITAL MIXING ENGINE SATELLITE

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

INPUT

the DME Satellite

Connectors

Controls and

a Computer

Connecting to

Audio I/O

Connection

PM5D

NOTE

•You can control multiple DME series units from a PM5D. Specify the same device group for each DME series unit you want to control.

Network Connection ([NETWORK] Connectors

You can connect a controller such as the AMX or Crestron to DME Satellites via Ethernet, and remotely control multiple DME Satellite units.

NOTE

• The port used for remote control is speciﬁed from DME Designer. For details on making this setting, refer to the “DME Designer Owner’s Manual.”

External Device

Connecting to an

Other Functions

References

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Foreword

Connecting to an External Device

GPI Connection ([GPI] Connector)

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Controls and

Connectors

Connecting to

a Computer

A GPI (General Purpose Interface) device (GPI controller, etc.) can be connected to the rear panel [GPI] connectors to enable the transfer of a variety of control signals. Optional CP4SW, CP4SF, and CP1SF Control Panels can be also connected via GPI.

The DME Satellite features 8-port GPI input and 4-port GPI output. The +V terminals have an output voltage of 5 volts. The IN terminal detects voltage changes from 0V to 5V. The OUT terminals output either signal “L” or “H” at a TTL level.

The parameters for each GPI input and output are assigned via the DME Designer application. Euroblock connectors are used for all GPI input and output connections. Euroblock connection methods are de-

scribed in “Euroblock plug connection” on page 29 in this manual.

NOTE

•For more information on the CP4SW, CP4SF, and CP1SF Control Panels, refer to the CP4SW/CP4SF/ CP1SF Owner’s Manual.

•You can use DME Designer to set up the system so that scene recall operations and User Deﬁned parameter control can be carried out from connected GPI control devices. Refer to the DME Designer Owner’s Manual for details.

Example: Controlling the DME Satellite from a switch box

Example: Controlling the DME Satellite via a 10k ohm linear taper potentiometer.

Example: Lighting LED indicators on the external devices from the DME Satellite

Audio I/O

Connection

Connecting to an

External Device

Other Functions

References

GPI Connection GPI Connection

IN +V

DME Satellite [GPI] Connector

Euroblock Plug

Remote Switch Box Remote Fader Box

1234

Switches

IN +V GND

Continuous Variable Volume

DME Satellite [GPI] Connector DME Satellite [GPI] Connector

Euroblock Plug Euroblock Plug

NOTE

1234

10k ohm Linear

Taper Potentiometer

GPI Connection

OUT GND

Max. 16mA

Make sure that the current between the OUT and GND [GPI] connectors is

CAUTION

less than 16mA.

Remote LED Box

LEDs and Resistors

1234

You can use DME Designer to adjust the input calibration parameters for the [GPI] connector.

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Other Functions

Initializing the DME Satellite

You can initialize the DME Satellite internal memory. Select one of the following initialization types:

Initialize DME:

All scenes, preset parameter settings and WAVE files except components and files saved via the File Storage function will be deleted. The Utility settings will be set to default values.

Delete All Data:

All stored component, scene, and preset parameter settings, WAVE files, and files saved via the File Storage function will be deleted. The Utility settings will be set to default. Use this initialization type if the internal data is damaged or corrupted. After initialization, transfer necessary components from DME Designer.

1. While the DME Satellite is turned off, set the dip switch on the rear panel to the following

position, then turn on the power to the unit.

RS-232C

Initialize DME:

RS-422

Foreword

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Connectors

Controls and

RS-232C

Delete All Data:

RS-422

Four [PEAK] indicators on the upper row on the front panel light up during the initialization process. Four [SIGNAL] indicators on the lower row of the front panel flash when the initialization process is complete. Four [PEAK] indicators on the lower row of the front panel flash if the initialization process fails.

Do NOT turn off the power to the DME Satellite during the initialization process to prevent possible damage to the device.

CAUTION

2. When initialization is complete, reset the dip switch to its previous position (page 20),

then turn off and on the power to the unit.

Be sure to reset the dip switch to the previous position to prevent possible damage to the device.

CAUTION

a Computer

Connecting to

Audio I/O

Connection

External Device

Connecting to an

Other Functions

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References

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Foreword

References

Options

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

The ICP1, CP4SW, CP1SF, and CP4SF controllers are available as options for remote external control of the DME series. The ICP1 connects via Ethernet, while the CP4SW, CP1SF, and CP4SF connect via the GPI interface. For more information on installing your Control Panel and connecting it to a DME series unit, refer to the owner’s manual that came with the Control Panel. For more information on settings, refer to the DME Designer Owner’s Manual.

ICP1

Controls and

Connectors

Connecting to

a Computer

Audio I/O

Connection

This controller connects to a DME series unit via Ethernet. Like the DME series units, a unique IP address must be assigned to each controller unit. Data is transmitted and received via Ethernet cables.

You can assign and control any function of all DME series units in the same device group via the controller. Up to four parameter sets can be assigned to six function keys (F1 – F6) located above and under the LCD. You

can control up to 24 parameters by selecting a display page using the [HOME] key.

Connecting to an

External Device

CP4SW, CP4SF, and CP1SF

Other Functions

References

These controllers connect to DME series units via the [GPI] connectors. These controllers control only the DME series units to which they are directly connected. The controller switches enable you to turn the parameter settings On and Off. The switch LEDs enable you to check the parameter status. The faders enable you to control the parameter values.

CONTROL PANEL

CP1SF

CONTROL PANEL

CP4SW

CONTROL PANEL

CP4SF

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References

Troubleshooting

Foreword

The device does not turn on, or the panel LEDs do not light up.

No communication between the DME Satellite and the DME Designer application software.

No audio input is present.

No audio is output.

The selected scene changes unexpectedly.

MIDI messages cannot be transmitted or received.

Scenes cannot be recalled via MIDI Program Change messages.

Parameters cannot be controlled via MIDI Control Change messages.

Parameters cannot be edited via MIDI Parameter Change messages.

• Connect the power cord properly (page 7).

• Make sure that the [POWER] switch is turned ON (page 19).

• If the device still does not turn on, contact a Yamaha dealer.

• Connect the cable properly (page 22, 24).

• Make sure that USB-MIDI Driver has been installed correctly.

• If the [NETWORK] connector is being used for connection, make sure that you have set the DME-N Network Driver correctly.

• Make the “MIDI Setup” settings.

• The DME Designer version should be 3.0 or later.

• Make the Port setting.

• Connect the cable properly.

• Check to see if signals are being received from an external device.

• Make sure that the CobraNet bundle and latency settings are correct.

• Set the gain of the internal head ampliﬁer or external head ampliﬁer to an appropriate level.

• Connect the cable properly.

• Make sure that the CobraNet bundle and latency settings are correct.

• Make sure that the number of CobraNet multicast bundles is not exceeding the recommended maximum number.

• Depending on the type of switching hub and connection method, extra network resources may have been used, resulting in interruption of audio signals.

• Make sure that the output level set in DME Designer is not too low.

• Make sure that the Mute setting in DME Designer is set to Off.

•You may have designed a scene in DME Designer that mutes audio output.

•You may have tried to use a conﬁguration at 96 kHz that does not support 96 kHz.

• Use DME Designer to check the MIDI Program Change assignments.

• Use DME Designer to check the GPI input assignments.

• Make sure that the power to the MIDI device is turned on.

• Set the MIDI port properly.

• Set the receive and transmit channels properly.

• Use DME Designer to change the setting so that the required MIDI Program Change messages will be received properly.

• Make the appropriate Program Change Table settings via DME Designer.

• Use DME Designer to set the parameters correctly to allow Control Change message reception.

• Make the appropriate MIDI Control Change Table settings via DME Designer.

• Use DME Designer to set the parameters correctly to allow Parameter Change message reception.

• Make the appropriate MIDI Parameter Change Table settings via DME Designer.

Introduction to

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Connectors

Controls and

a Computer

Connecting to

Audio I/O

Connection

Component

Refer to the DME Designer Owner’s Manual for more information on each component.

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External Device

Connecting to an

Other Functions

References

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Foreword

References

MIDI Data Format

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Controls and

Connectors

Connecting to

a Computer

Audio I/O

Connection

Connecting to an

External Device

Other Functions

References

1. MIDI functions on the DME8i-C,

1.1 Scene Change

Scene recall occurs according to the “MIDI Program Change Table” assignments when appropriate MIDI Bank Select MSB/LSB and Program Change messages are received by the DME8i-C/ DME8o-C/DME4io-C.

When a scene recall operation is carried out via DME Designer, corresponding MIDI Bank Select MSB/LSB and Program Change messages are also transmitted by the DME8i-C/DME8o-C/ DME4io-C as specified by the “MIDI Program Change Table” assignments.

Transmission does not occur while configurations are being switched.

1.2 Parameter Control

MIDI Control Change and Parameter Change messages transmitted to the DME8i-C/DME8o-C/DME4io-C can be used to control parameters according to the “MIDI Control Change Table” and “MIDI Parameter Change Table” assignments.

When a parameter is edited via DME Designer, corresponding MIDI Control Change and Parameter Change messages are also transmitted by the DME8i-C/DME8o-C/DME4ioC as specified by the “MIDI Control Change Table” and “MIDI Parameter Change Table” assignments.

“MIDI Program Change Table,” “MIDI Control Change Table,” and “MIDI Parameter Change Table” assignments can be made via DME Designer. Refer to the DME Designer Owner’s Manual for details.

2. MIDI Data Flow

MIDI IN

SW1: Program Change Rx Switch [On/Off]

SW2: Control Change Rx Switch [On/Off]

SW3: Parameter Change Rx Switch [On/Off]

SW4: Program Change Echo Back Switch [On/Off]

SW5: Control Change Echo Back Switch [On/Off]

SW6: Parameter Change Echo Back Switch [On/Off]

SW7: Program Change Tx Switch [On/Off]

SW8: Control Change Tx Switch [On/Off]

SW9: Parameter Change

MIDI Rx CH: MIDI Rx Channel (1-16)

MIDI Tx CH: MIDI Tx Channel (1-16)

DME8o-C, and DME4io-C

MIDI Rx CH

Bank Select MSB/LSB Program Change

Control Change

Parameter Change

SW1

SW2

SW3

SW4

SW5

SW6

SW7

SW8

SW9

Bank Select MSB/LSB Program Change (Scene Recall)

Control Change (Parameter Edit)

Parameter Change (Parameter Edit)

Bank Select MSB/LSB Program Change (Echo Back)

Control Change (Echo Back)

Parameter Change (Echo Back)

MIDI Tx CH

3. MIDI Setup

Specifies basic MIDI operation. Use DME Designer to make the setting.

3.1 Host Select

Selects the input/output ports to be used for MIDI communication.

3.2 MIDI Tx Channel

Specifies the MIDI transmit channel (1 ~ 16).

3.3 MIDI Rx Channel

Specifies the MIDI receive channel (1 ~ 16).

3.4 MIDI Tx Switch

Program Change Tx Switch: turns Bank Select MSB, LSB, and Program Change transmission on or off.

Control Change Tx Switch: turns Control Change transmission on or off.

Parameter Change Tx Switch: turns Parameter Change transmission on or off.

3.5 MIDI Rx Switch

Program Change Rx Switch: turns Bank Select MSB, LSB, and Program Change reception on or off.

Control Change Rx Switch: turns Control Change reception on or off.

Parameter Change Rx Switch: turns Parameter Change reception on or off.

3.6 MIDI Omni Switch

Program Change Omni Switch: turns the Bank Select MSB, LSB, and Program Change omni mode on or off.

Control Change Omni Switch: turns the Control Change omni mode on or off.

3.7 MIDI Echo Back Switch

Program Change Echo Back Switch: turns Bank Select MSB, LSB, and Program Change echo back on or off.

Control Change Echo Back Switch: turns Control Change echo back on or off.

Parameter Change Echo Back Switch: turns Parameter Change echo back on or off.

MIDI OUT

MIDI THR

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References

4. MIDI Format

Number Format Notation

Numbers ending with “h” are in hexadecimal format, while numbers ending with “b” are binary format. Characters “A” through “F” in hexadecimal numbers represent decimal values 10 through 15. Other lower-case characters (usually “n” or “x”) can represent any number.

MIDI Format Chart (Rx: receive, Tx: transmit}

Command Rx/Tx Function

Editing the parameters

MIDI Clock Receive

MIDI Cable Check

Editing the parameters

Channel Message

System Real-time Message

System Exclusive Message

Control Change (Bnh)

Program Change (Cnn)

TIMING CLOCK (F8h)

ACTIVE SENSING (FEh)

Parameter Change

Rx/Tx

Rx/Tx Scene Recall

Rx/Tx

4.1 Program Change (Cnh)

Receive

When the “Program Change Rx Switch” is on, Program Change messages are received on the MIDI channel specified by the “MIDI Rx Channel” parameter.

If the “Program Change Omni Switch” is also on, however, Program Change messages will be received on all MIDI channels regardless of the “MIDI Rx Channel” setting.

When a Program Change message is received, the scene assigned to the received program number in the “MIDI Program Change Table” is recalled.

The effective Bank Select, Program Change range is as follows:

Bank Select MSB: 0

Bank Select LSB: 0-7

Program Change No.: 0-127

Transmit

When the “Program Change Tx Switch” is on and a scene is switched from DME Designer, the corresponding Program Change number will be transmitted as specified by the “MIDI Program Change Table” and “MIDI Tx Channel” settings.

Transmission does not occur when a scene with a different configuration is selected.

If multiple Program Change numbers are assigned to a single scene, the Bank Select MSB/LSB and Program Change number corresponding to the lowest number will be transmitted.

Bank Select MSB

Status Bnh (1101nnnnb) Control Change

Data 00h (00000000b) Control Change No. 0 (Bank

Select MSB)

Data nnh (0nnnnnnnb) Control Value (Bank Select

MSB No.)

Bank Select LSB

Status Bnh (1101nnnnb) Control Change

Data 20h (00100000b) Control Change No. 32 (Bank

Select LSB)

nnh (0nnnnnnnb) Control Value (Bank Select

LSB No.)

Program Change No.

Status Cnh (1100nnnnb) Program Change

Data nnh (0nnnnnnnb) Program Change No. (0-127)

4.2 Active Sensing (FEh)

Receive

MIDI communication will be initialized if no data is received within 300 ms after reception (Running Status, etc., will be cleared).

Active Sensing

Status FEh (11111110b) Active Sensing

4.3 Control Change (Bnh)

Receive

When the “Control Change Rx Switch” is on, Control Change messages are received on the MIDI channel specified by the “MIDI Rx Channel” parameter.

If the “Control Change Omni Switch” is also on, however, Control Change messages will be received on all MIDI channels regardless of the “MIDI Rx Channel” setting.

Control Change parameter resolution is 128 regardless of the effective range of the parameter.

For finer settings use Parameter Change.

Transmit

When the “Control Change Tx Switch” is on and a parameter is edited via DME Designer, appropriate Control Change data will be transmitted as specified by the “MIDI Control Change Table” and “MIDI Tx Channel” settings.

Refer to “Supplementary Information 1” for cases in which multiple messages are assigned to a single parameter.

Status Bnh (1011nnnnb) Control Change

Data cch (0cccccccb) Control Change No. (1-31,33-

95,102-119)

vvh (0vvvvvvvb) Control Value (0-127)

4.4 Parameter Change (F0h - F7h)

Receive

When the “Parameter Change Rx Switch” is On, Parameter Change messages are received on the MIDI channel specified by the “Device ID (Rx Ch)” parameter.

Foreword

Introduction to

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Connectors

Controls and

a Computer

Connecting to

Audio I/O

Connection

External Device

Connecting to an

Other Functions

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Foreword

References

Transmit

When the “Parameter Change Tx Switch” is On and a parameter is edited via DME Designer, appropriate Parameter Change data will be transmitted as specified by the “MIDI Parameter Change Table”

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

and “MIDI Tx Channel” settings. Refer to “Supplementary Information 1” for cases in which multi-

ple messages are assigned to a single parameter. Refer to “Supplementary Information 2” for information on setting

Parameter Data values.

Status F0h (11110000b) System Exclusive Message

ID No. 43h (01000011b) Manufacturer’s ID

Controls and

Connectors

Connecting to

a Computer

Audio I/O

Connection

DEVICE ID. 1xh (0001xxxxb) Rx/Tx Channel (0-15)

GROUP ID. 3Eh (00111110b) Digital Mixer

MODEL ID. 10h (00010000b) Device Code (DME)

Parameter Address

Parameter Data Value

EOX F7h (11110111b) End of Exclusive

No.(YAMAHA)

aah (0aaaaaaab) Parameter Address High

aah (0aaaaaaab) Parameter Address Low

ddh (0dddddddb) data 0

ddh (0dddddddb) data 1

ddh (0dddddddb) data 2

ddh (0dddddddb) data 3

ddh (0dddddddb) data 4

Supplementary Information 1

Messages Transmitted When Multiple Messages are Assigned to the Same Parameter

The DME8i-C/DME8o-C/DME4io-C MIDI transmit messages are specified via the “MIDI Control Change Table” and “MIDI Parameter Change Table.”

(The “MIDI Control Change Table” and “MIDI Parameter Change Table” can be set up via DME Designer.)

Multiple messages can be assigned to a single parameter, but the DME8i-C/DME8o-C/DME4io-C will only transmit one of the assigned messages.

The transmitted messages are as follows:

• If a Control Change message and a Parameter Change message are assigned to the same parameter → the Control Change message will be transmitted.

• If multiple Control Change numbers are assigned to the same parameter → the smallest Control Change number message will be transmitted.

• If multiple Parameter Change numbers are assigned to the same parameter → the smallest Parameter Change number message will be transmitted.

Supplementary Information 2

Setting the Parameter Change Message Parameter Data Values The Parameter change parameter values are expressed as 32-bit in-

tegers with or without parity.

•A parity bit (positive:0, negative:1) is added above the most significant value bit (bit 31).

• Fractional parameters will be converted according to the integer table.

• For integers with parity, negative numbers are expressed as the 2’s complement.

Connecting to an

External Device

Other Functions

References

parity

data 0 data 1 data 2 data 3 data 4

Example:

• Decimal value 1000 → Hexadecimal value 3E8h

Positive

00000000000000000000000001111101000

data 0 = 00h data 1 = 00h data 2 = 00h data 3 = 07h data 4 = 68h

• Decimal value 1000 → Hexadecimal value FFFFFC18h (2’s complement of 3E8h)

Negative

00111111111111111111111110000011000

data 0 = 1Fh data 1 = 7Fh data 2 = 7Fh data 3 = 78h data 4 = 18h

000 0 03E

FFFFF C18

bit9

bit8

bit7

bit6

bit5

bit4

bit3

bit2

bit1

bit10

bit11

bit12

bit13

bit14

bit15

bit16

bit17

bit18

bit19

bit20

bit21

bit22

bit23

bit24

bit25

bit26

bit27

bit28

bit29

bit30

bit31

bit0

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MIDI Implementation Chart

YAMAHA [Digital Mixing Engine Satellite] Date :16-FEB-2006

Model DME8i-C, DME8o-C, DME4io-C MIDI Implementation Chart

TransmittedFunction... Recognized Remarks

Version : 1.0

Foreword

Basic Channel

Default Changed

Default

Mode

Messages Altered

Note Number : True voice

Velocity

Note ON Note OFF

After Touch

Key's Ch's

Pitch Bend

0,32

1-31,33-95,102-119

Control

1 - 16 1 - 16

˛ ˛

**************

˛ ˛

Ø *2

1 - 16 1 - 16

˛ ˛ ˛

˛ ˛

Ø *2

Memorized

Bank Select Assignable

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Connectors

Controls and

a Computer

Connecting to

Change

Prog Change : True #

System Exclusive

: Song Pos. Common : Song Sel. : Tune

System : Clock Real Time : Commands

: All Sound Off Aux :

Reset All Cntrls : Local ON/OFF Mes- : All Notes OFF sages: Active Sense : Reset

Ø 0 - 127 *1

**************

Ø *3

˛ ˛ ˛

˛ ˛

˛ ˛ ˛ ˛ ˛ ˛

Ø 0 - 127 *1

0 - 127

˛ ˛ ˛

˛ ˛

˛ ˛ ˛ ˛ Ø ˛

Assignable

Audio I/O

Connection

External Device

Connecting to an

Other Functions

Notes:

*1 transmit/receive if program change switch is on. *2 transmit/receive if control change switch is on. *3 transmit/receive if parameter change switch is on.

Mode 1 : OMNI ON , POLY Mode 2 : OMNI ON ,MONO Mode 3 : OMNI OFF, POLY Mode 4 : OMNI OFF,MONO

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

: Yes

Ø ˛ : No

References

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Foreword

References

Display Messages

The [ERROR] and [PEAK] indicators on the front panel of the DME Satellite indicate error and warning messages.

Introduction to

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Error Messages

Lit

Controls and

Connectors

Indicator Error Action

Flashing

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

A system error has occurred. Execute the “Initialize DME” operation, then restart it. If the error

indicators are still indicating the error, execute the “Delete All Data” initialization. If the problem persists, contact a Yamaha dealer.

Connecting to

a Computer

Audio I/O

Connection

Connecting to an

External Device

Flashing

PEAK

Lit

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

Flashing

PEAK

Lit

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

Flashing

PEAK

Lit

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

Data inside the internal ﬂash memory has been erased.

The internal battery is completely discharged or not installed.

A scene recall attempt has failed.

Audio is not input or output and is muted due to insufﬁcient DSP resources.

Flashing

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

Lit

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

The network is not communicating properly.

The ﬁrmware update operation may have failed. Use DME Designer to execute the Recovery update operation. If the problem persists, contact a Yamaha dealer.

If you turn off the power to the unit, the current settings will be lost and reset to the default values. Stop operating the unit, and contact a Yamaha dealer regarding battery replacement.

Use DME Designer to recall the scene again. If the problem persists, contact a Yamaha dealer.

This error sometimes occurs if you try to operate a conﬁguration at 96 kHz that has been created with a word clock of 48 kHz. To operate a conﬁguration at any word clock setting, use DME Designer to create a conﬁguration with the word clock set to 96 kHz.

Connect the network cables properly, and make sure that the network devices are operating correctly.

Flashing

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

Lit

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

Duplicate IP addresses. Connect your computer to the DME Satellite via USB, then set a

unique IP address.

Flashing

Other Functions

Warning Messages

References

Flashing

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

Lit

rapidly

Flashing

slow

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

The DME Satellite contains data for a different device group or no data.

Send data appropriate for the actual device conﬁguration from DME Designer.

Flashing

Indicator Error Action

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

PEAK

SIGNAL

The internal battery is almost discharged. Your data may be lost.

The backup battery voltage is low.

If you turn off the power to the unit, the current settings may be lost and reset to the default values. Stop operating the unit, and contact a Yamaha dealer regarding battery replacement.

This does not affect the operation of the unit. However, if you continue using the unit, the settings may be lost and reset to the default values. Contact a Yamaha dealer regarding battery replacement at your earliest convenience.

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References

General Specifications

Foreword

Sampling Frequency

Maximum Voltage Gain

Miscellaneous

Gain: –60dB, RL:600Ω, 64dB INPUT to OUTPUT

Power Consumption 40W

Dimensions (HxDxW) 44x361x480 mm

Net Weight 4.4kg

Temperature range

Include Accessories

AC Power cord, CD-ROM (DME Designer application), Mini Euro plug(16P)x1,

Normal Rate:48kHz

Double Rate:96kHz (±37ppm for conductor) (±50ppm for performer)

operating: 5 to 40˚C storage: –20 to 60˚C

Euro plug(3P)x8, Owner’s Manual, Rubber feetx4

Electrical Characteristics

Output impedance of signal generator: 150 Ω DME8i-C : Measured with DME8o-C DME8o-C : Measured with DME8i-C DME4io-C: Measured with DME4io-C

Frequency Response fs=48kHz@20Hz–20kHz, reference to the nominal output level @1kHz

fs=96kHz@20Hz–40kHz, reference to the nominal output level @1kHz

<DME8i-C>

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Connectors

Controls and

a Computer

Connecting to

Input Output RL CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNITS

INPUT 1–8 OUTPUT 1–8 600Ω

input level: –60dBu, GAIN: –60dB –1.5 0.0 +0.5 dB

input level: +10dBu, GAIN: +10dB –1.5 0.0 +0.5 dB

<DME8o-C>

Input Output RL CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNITS

INPUT 1–8 OUTPUT 1–8 600Ω input level: +10dBu, GAIN: +10dB –1.5 0.0 +0.5 dB

<DME4io-C>

Input Output RL CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNITS

INPUT 1–4 OUTPUT 1–4 600Ω

input level: –60dBu, GAIN: –60dB –1.5 0.0 +0.5 dB

input level: +10dBu, GAIN: +10dB –1.5 0.0 +0.5 dB

Gain Error @1kHz

<DME8i-C>

Input Output RL CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNITS

INPUT 1–8 OUTPUT 1–8 600Ω

input level: –60dBu, GAIN: –60dB +2.0 +4.0 +6.0 dBu

input level: +10dBu, GAIN: +10dB +2.0 +4.0 +6.0 dBu

<DME8o-C>

Audio I/O

Connection

External Device

Connecting to an

Other Functions

References

Input Output RL CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNITS

INPUT 1–8 OUTPUT 1–8 600Ω input level: +10dBu, GAIN: +10dB +2.0 +4.0 +6.0 dBu

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Foreword

References

<DME4io-C>

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Total Harmonic Distortion fs=48kHz or 96kHz

<DME8i-C/DME4io-C>

Input Output RL CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNITS

INPUT 1–4 OUTPUT 1–4 600Ω

input level: –60dBu, GAIN: –60dB +2.0 +4.0 +6.0 dBu

input level: +10dBu, GAIN: +10dB +2.0 +4.0 +6.0 dBu

Controls and

Connectors

Connecting to

a Computer

Audio I/O

Connection

<DME8o-C>

Hum&Noise fs=48kHz or 96kHz, EIN=Equivalent Input Noise

<DME8i-C>

Connecting to an

External Device

Input Output RL CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNITS

+4dB@20Hz–20kHz (fs=48kHz),

<DME8i-C>

INPUT 1–8

OUTPUT 1–8 600Ω

<DME4io-C>

INPUT 1–4

Input Output RL CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNITS

INPUT 1–8 OUTPUT 1–8 600Ω

* Total Harmonic Distortion is measured with a 18dB/octave ﬁlter @80kHz.

Input Output RL CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNITS

INPUT 1–8 OUTPUT 1–8 600Ω

20Hz–40kHz (fs=96kHz), GAIN: –60dB

+4dB@20Hz–20kHz (fs=48kHz),

20Hz–40kHz (fs=96kHz), GAIN: +10dB

+22dB@1kHz, GAIN: +10dB (fs=48kHz) 0.015 %

+22dB@1kHz, GAIN: +10dB (fs=96kHz) 0.007 %

+4dB@20Hz–20kHz (fs=48kHz),

20Hz–40kHz (fs=96kHz), GAIN: +10dB

+22dB@1kHz, GAIN: +10dB (fs=48kHz) 0.015 %

+22dB@1kHz, GAIN: +10dB (fs=96kHz) 0.007 %

Rs=150Ω, GAIN: –60dB

All input & output level controls: 0dB

Rs=150Ω, GAIN: +10dB

All input & output level controls: 0dB

–128

EIN

–64 dBu

–82 –79 dBu

0.1 %

0.05 %

–127

EIN

dBu

<DME8o-C>

Other Functions

References

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

Input Output RL CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNITS

INPUT 1–8 OUTPUT 1–8 600Ω

Rs=150Ω, GAIN: +10dB

All input & output level controls: 0dB

–82 –79 dBu

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References

<DME4io-C>

Input Output RL CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNITS

INPUT 1–4 OUTPUT 1–4 600Ω

* Hum & Noise are measured with a 6dB/octave ﬁlter @12.7kHz; equivalent to a 20kHz ﬁlter with inﬁnite dB/octave

attenuation.

Rs=150Ω, GAIN: –60dB

All input & output level controls: 0dB

Rs=150Ω, GAIN: +10dB

All input & output level controls: 0dB

–128

EIN

–64 dBu

–82 –79 dBu

–127

EIN

Dynamic Range fs=48kHz or 96kHz

<DME8i-C/DME8o-C>

Input Output RL CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNITS

INPUT 1–8 OUTPUT 1–8 600Ω GAIN: +10dB 106 dB

<DME4io-C>

Input Output RL CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNITS

INPUT 1–4 OUTPUT 1–4 600Ω GAIN: +10dB 106 dB

* Dynamic range are measured with a 6dB/octave ﬁlter @12.7kHz; equivalent to a 20kHz ﬁlter with inﬁnite dB/octave

attenuation.

Crosstalk@1kHz reference to the level of output N

<DME8i-C/DME8o-C>

dBu

Foreword

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Connectors

Controls and

a Computer

Connecting to

from to CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNITS

INPUT N OUTPUT (N–1) or (N+1) N = 1–8, GAIN: +10dB –80 dB

<DME4io-C>

from to CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNITS

INPUT N OUTPUT (N–1) or (N+1) N = 1–4, GAIN: +10dB –80 dB

*Crosstalk is measured with a 18dB/octave ﬁlter @80kHz

LED Level Meter

<DME8i-C>

METERING POINT CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNITS

INPUT 1–8

PEAK red LED: ON –3 dBFs

SIGNAL green LED: ON –40 dBFs

<DME8o-C>

METERING POINT CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNITS

OUTPUT 1–8

PEAK red LED: ON –3 dBFs

SIGNAL green LED: ON –40 dBFs

Audio I/O

Connection

External Device

Connecting to an

Other Functions

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Foreword

References

<DME4io-C>

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Signal Delay

Controls and

Connectors

Input/Output Characteristics

METERING POINT CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNITS

INPUT 1–4

OUTPUT 1–4

PARAMETER CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNITS

CobraNet Latency: 5.33msec

CobraNet Latency: 2.67msec 3.45 msec

CobraNet Latency: 1.33msec 2.12 msec

PEAK red LED:ON –3 dBFs

SIGNAL green LED:ON –40 dBFs

6.12 msec

ANALOG INPUT to ANALOG

OUTPUT@96KHz

Connecting to

a Computer

Audio I/O

Connection

ANALOG INPUT CHARACTERISTICS

ANALOG OUTPUT CHARACTERISTICS

Connecting to an

External Device

Other Functions

DIGITAL INPUT & OUTPUT CHARACTERISTICS

Input Terminals GAIN Actual Load

<DME8i-C>

CH INPUT 1–8

<DME4io-C>

CH INPUT 1–4

Output Terminals Actual Source

<DME8o-C>

CH OUTPUT 1–8

<DME4io-C>

CH OUTPUT 1–4

–60dB

+10dB

*1.In these speciﬁcations, 0dBu is referenced to 0.775 Vrms. *2.All AD converters are 24-bit linear, 128-times oversampling (Fs=48kHz)/64-times oversampling (Fs=96kHz). *3.+48V DC (Phantom power) is supplied to CH INPUT EUROBLOCK connectors via each individual software

controlled switch.

Impedance

3kΩ

Impedance

75Ω 600Ω Lines +4dBu (1.23 V) +24dBu(12.28V)

*1.In these speciﬁcations, 0dBu is referenced to 0.775 Vrms. *2.All DA converters are 24-bit linear, 128-times oversampling (Fs=48kHz)/64-times oversampling (Fs=96kHz).

For Use With

Nominal

50–600Ω Mics &

600Ω Lines

For Use With

Nominal

Input Level Connector

Nominal Max.before clip

–60dBu

(0.775mV)

+10dBu

(2.45V)

Output level Connector

Nominal Max. before clip

–40dBu

(7.75mV)

+30dBu

(24.5V)

EUROBLOCK

(5.08mm pitch)

EUROBLOCK

(5.08mm pitch)

References

Terminal Format Data length Level Connector

CobraNet CobraNet 16/20/24bit 100Base-TX RJ-45x2 *1

*1.PRIMARY,SECONDARY *2.Double Channel format and Single format are supported at 96kHz.

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CONTROL I/O CHARACTERISTICS

Terminal Format Level Connector

IN – 0–5V

GPI

Ethernet IEEE802.3 10Base-T/100Base-TX RJ-45

USB USB 1.1 Function – Type B

REMOTE RS-232C/RS-422 RS-232C/RS-422 D-SUB 9P (Male)

*1 Inputs: 8 channels, Outputs: 4 channels

Inputs: Not apply 2 wire Fader mode Outputs: Imax/pin = 16mA Outputs: VH = 2.5V(min.), VL = 0.6V(max.)

OUT – TTL

+V – 5V

EUROBLOCK *1

(3.5mm pitch)

[NETWORK] Connector (100Base-TX Ethernet, RJ-45)

Pin Connection

1 TxD+

2 TxD–

3 RxD+

4 Unused

5 Unused

6 RxD–

7 Unused

8 Unused

Foreword

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Connectors

Controls and

a Computer

Connecting to

Audio I/O

Connection

Straight and Crossover Cable Wiring

Straight Cables Crossover Cables

Pins Pins

1 –– 1 1 –– 3

2 –– 2

3 –– 3

4 –– 4

5 –– 5

6 –– 6

7 –– 7

8 –– 8

2 –– 6

3 –– 1

4 –– 4

5 –– 5

6 –– 2

7 –– 7

8 –– 8

External Device

Connecting to an

Other Functions

References

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Foreword

References

Dimensions

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Controls and

Connectors

Connecting to

a Computer

361

(4)

354

Audio I/O

Connection

* Specifications and descriptions in this owner’s manual are for information purpose only. Yamaha Corp. reserves the right to

Connecting to an

External Device

European models Purchaser/User Information specified in EN55103-1 and EN55103-2. Inrush Current: 35A Conforms to Environments: E1,E2,E3 and E4.

Other Functions

440

480

Unit: mm

Rubber feet

are included in the package.

charge or modify products or specifications at any time without prior notice. Since specifications, equipment or options may not be the same in every locale, please check with your Yamaha dealer.

References

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References

Index

Foreword

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

[AC IN] Connector ................................................................. 20

Analog Audio Connection ....................................................... 29

area ......................................................................................... 10

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

CobraNet ................................................................................ 15

CobraNet Connection ............................................................. 32

CobraNet [PRIMARY]/[SECONDARY] Connectors ............. 21

Components ........................................................................... 10

conductor priority ................................................................... 17

Conductors ............................................................................. 17

Configuration .......................................................................... 10

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

Delete All Data ....................................................................... 35

device group ............................................................................ 10

Digital Audio Connection ....................................................... 28

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

Dip Switch .............................................................................. 20

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

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

DME8i-C ................................................................................. 9

DME8o-C ................................................................................ 9

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

[ERROR] Indicator ................................................................. 19

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

Ethernet Connection ............................................................... 24

Euroblock plug connection ..................................................... 29

Firmware Version ...................................................................... 7

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

[IN USE/CONDUCTOR] Indicator ......................................19

Initialize DME .........................................................................35

Initializing ................................................................................35

[INPUT] & [OUTPUT] Connectors ......................................29

[INPUT] Connectors ...............................................................21

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

[LINK/ACTIVITY] Indicator ..................................................19

MAC Address ..........................................................................21

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

[MASTER] Indicator ...............................................................18

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

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

multicast bundles .....................................................................16

multi-unicast bundles ...............................................................16

[NETWORK] Connector ..................................................20, 47

[NETWORK] Indicator .......................................................... 18

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

octet .........................................................................................23

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

[OUTPUT] Connectors ..........................................................21

parameters ................................................................................10

[PEAK] Indicators ....................................................................19

performers ................................................................................17

[POWER] Switch .................................................................... 19

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

preset parameters ......................................................................10

primary ....................................................................................19

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

Connectors

Controls and

a Computer

Connecting to

Audio I/O

Connection

External Device

Connecting to an

Other Functions

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

GPI Connection ...................................................................... 34

[GPI] Connector ..................................................................... 21

Ground Screw ......................................................................... 20

group master ........................................................................... 10

Remote Connection .................................................................30

[REMOTE] Connector ...........................................................20

RS-232C ..................................................................................20

RS-422 .....................................................................................20

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Foreword

References

Scene ....................................................................................... 11

secondary (backup) .................................................................. 19

Introduction to

the DME Satellite

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

[SIGNAL] Indicators ............................................................... 19

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

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

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

Controls and

Connectors

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

unicast bundles ........................................................................ 16

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

[USB] Connector .................................................................... 18

Connecting to

a Computer

User Defined buttons (User Defined parameters) .................... 10

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

Audio I/O

Connection

Connecting to an

External Device

zones ....................................................................................... 10

Other Functions

References

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For details of products, please contact your nearest Yamaha representative or the authorized distributor listed below.

Pour plus de détails sur les produits, veuillez-vous adresser à Yamaha ou au distributeur le plus proche de vous ﬁgurant dans la liste suivante.

Die Einzelheiten zu Produkten sind bei Ihrer unten aufgeführten Niederlassung und bei Yamaha Vertragshändlern in den jeweiligen Bestimmungsländern erhältlich.

Para detalles sobre productos, contacte su tienda Yamaha más cercana o el distribuidor autorizado que se lista debajo.

NORTH AMERICA

CANADA

Yamaha Canada Music Ltd.

135 Milner Avenue, Scarborough, Ontario, M1S 3R1, Canada Tel: 416-298-1311

U.S.A.

Yamaha Corporation of America

6600 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Calif. 90620, U.S.A. Tel: 714-522-9011

CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA

MEXICO

Yamaha de México S.A. de C.V.

Calz. Javier Rojo Gómez #1149, Col. Guadalupe del Moral C.P. 09300, México, D.F., México Tel: 55-5804-0600

BRAZIL

Yamaha Musical do Brasil Ltda.

Rua Joaquim Floriano, 913 - 4' andar, Itaim Bibi, CEP 04534-013 Sao Paulo, SP. BRAZIL Tel: 011-3704-1377

ARGENTINA

Yamaha Music Latin America, S.A. Sucursal de Argentina

Viamonte 1145 Piso2-B 1053, Buenos Aires, Argentina Tel: 1-4371-7021

PAN AMA AND OTHER LATIN AMERICAN COUNTRIES/ CARIBBEAN COUNTRIES

Yamaha Music Latin America, S.A.

Torre Banco General, Piso 7, Urbanización Marbella,

Calle 47 y Aquilino de la Guardia, Ciudad de Panamá, Panamá Tel: +507-269-5311

EUROPE

THE UNITED KINGDOM

Yamaha-Kemble Music (U.K.) Ltd.

Sherbourne Drive, Tilbrook, Milton Keynes, MK7 8BL, England Tel: 01908-366700

GERMANY

Yamaha Music Central Europe GmbH

Siemensstraße 22-34, 25462 Rellingen, Germany Tel: 04101-3030

SWITZERLAND/LIECHTENSTEIN

Yamaha Music Central Europe GmbH, Branch Switzerland

Seefeldstrasse 94, 8008 Zürich, Switzerland Tel: 01-383 3990

AUSTRIA

Yamaha Music Central Europe GmbH, Branch Austria

Schleiergasse 20, A-1100 Wien, Austria Tel: 01-60203900

CZECH REPUBLIC/SLOVAKIA/ HUNGARY/SLOVENIA

Yamaha Music Central Europe GmbH, Branch Austria, CEE Department

Schleiergasse 20, A-1100 Wien, Austria Tel: 01-602039025

POLAND

Yamaha Music Central Europe GmbH Sp.z. o.o. Oddzial w Polsce

ul. 17 Stycznia 56, PL-02-146 Warszawa, Poland Tel: 022-868-07-57

THE NETHERLANDS/ BELGIUM/LUXEMBOURG

Yamaha Music Central Europe GmbH, Branch Benelux

Clarissenhof 5-b, 4133 AB Vianen, The Netherlands Tel: 0347-358 040

FRANCE

Yamaha Musique France

BP 70-77312 Marne-la-Vallée Cedex 2, France Tel: 01-64-61-4000

ITALY

Yamaha Musica Italia S.P.A. Combo Division

Viale Italia 88, 20020 Lainate (Milano), Italy Tel: 02-935-771

SPAIN/PORTUGAL

Yamaha-Hazen Música, S.A.

Ctra. de la Coruna km. 17, 200, 28230 Las Rozas (Madrid), Spain Tel: 91-639-8888

SWEDEN

Yamaha Scandinavia AB

J. A. Wettergrens Gata 1 Box 30053 S-400 43 Göteborg, Sweden Tel: 031 89 34 00

DENMARK

YS Copenhagen Liaison Ofﬁce

Generatorvej 6A DK-2730 Herlev, Denmark Tel: 44 92 49 00

NORWAY

Norsk ﬁlial av Yamaha Scandinavia AB

Grini Næringspark 1 N-1345 Østerås, Norway Tel: 67 16 77 70

OTHER EUROPEAN COUNTRIES

Yamaha Music Central Europe GmbH

Siemensstraße 22-34, 25462 Rellingen, Germany Tel: +49-4101-3030

AFRICA

Yamaha Corporation, Asia-Paciﬁc Music Marketing Group

Nakazawa-cho 10-1, Naka-ku, Hamamatsu, Japan 430-8650 Tel: +81-53-460-2313

MIDDLE EAST

TURKEY/CYPRUS

Yamaha Music Central Europe GmbH

Siemensstraße 22-34, 25462 Rellingen, Germany Tel: 04101-3030

OTHER COUNTRIES

Yamaha Music Gulf FZE

LOB 16-513, P.O.Box 17328, Jubel Ali, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Tel: +971-4-881-5868

ASIA

THE PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA

Yamaha Music & Electronics (China) Co.,Ltd.

25/F., United Plaza, 1468 Nanjing Road (West), Jingan, Shanghai, China Tel: 021-6247-2211

INDONESIA

PT. Yamaha Music Indonesia (Distributor) PT. Nusantik

Gedung Yamaha Music Center, Jalan Jend. Gatot Subroto Kav. 4, Jakarta 12930, Indonesia Tel: 21-520-2577

KOREA

Yamaha Music Korea Ltd.

8F, 9F, Dongsung Bldg. 158-9 Samsung-Dong, Kangnam-Gu, Seoul, Korea Tel: 080-004-0022

MALAYSIA

Yamaha Music Malaysia, Sdn., Bhd.

Lot 8, Jalan Perbandaran, 47301 Kelana Jaya, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia Tel: 3-78030900

SINGAPORE

Yamaha Music Asia Pte., Ltd.

#03-11 A-Z Building 140 Paya Lebor Road, Singapore 409015 Tel: 747-4374

TAIWAN

Yamaha KHS Music Co., Ltd.

3F, #6, Sec.2, Nan Jing E. Rd. Taipei. Taiwan 104, R.O.C. Tel: 02-2511-8688

THAILAND

Siam Music Yamaha Co., Ltd.

891/1 Siam Motors Building, 15-16 ﬂoor Rama 1 road, Wangmai, Pathumwan Bangkok 10330, Thailand Tel: 02-215-2626

OTHER ASIAN COUNTRIES

Yamaha Corporation, Asia-Paciﬁc Music Marketing Group

Nakazawa-cho 10-1, Naka-ku, Hamamatsu, Japan 430-8650 Tel: +81-53-460-2317

OCEANIA

AUSTRALIA

Yamaha Music Australia Pty. Ltd.

Level 1, 99 Queensbridge Street, Southbank, Victoria 3006, Australia Tel: 3-9693-5111

COUNTRIES AND TRUST TERRITORIES IN PACIFIC OCEAN

Yamaha Corporation, Asia-Paciﬁc Music Marketing Group

Nakazawa-cho 10-1, Naka-ku, Hamamatsu, Japan 430-8650 Tel: +81-53-460-2313

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HEAD OFFICE Yamaha Corporation, Pro Audio & Digital Musical Instrument Division

Nakazawa-cho 10-1, Naka-ku, Hamamatsu, Japan 430-8650 Tel: +81-53-460-2441

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Yamaha DME8i User Manual

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

Conductors and performers

Cables and hubs for CobraNet network

Controls and Connectors

Front Panel

Rear Panel

Connecting to a Computer

USB Connection

Network Settings

Setting the IP address

Master and slave setting

Ethernet Connection ([NETWORK] Connector)

Audio I/O Connection

Digital Audio Connection (CobraNet Connectors)

Analog Audio Connection ([INPUT] & [OUTPUT] Connectors)

Connecting to an External Device

Remote Connection ([REMOTE] Connector)

Controlling external head amplifiers from the DME Satellite

Controlling a DME Satellite’s internal head amps from a digital mixer

Controlling the DME Satellite from an external device

CobraNet Connection (CobraNet Connectors)

Controlling DME Satellite’s internal head amps from a digital mixer Yamaha LS9

Controlling the DME Satellite from a digital mixer Yamaha PM5D

Network Connection ([NETWORK] Connectors

GPI Connection ([GPI] Connector)

Other Functions

Initializing the DME Satellite

References

Options

ICP1

CP4SW, CP4SF, and CP1SF

Troubleshooting

Component

MIDI Data Format

2. MIDI Data Flow

3. MIDI Setup

4. MIDI Format

MIDI Implementation Chart

Display Messages

Error Messages

Warning Messages

General Specifications

Electrical Characteristics

Input/Output Characteristics

[NETWORK] Connector (100Base-TX Ethernet, RJ-45)

Straight and Crossover Cable Wiring

Dimensions

Index