YAMAHA M7CL StageMix V2.0 User Manual

M7CL StageMix V2.0 User Guide

Welcome:

Thank you for downloading the “M7CL StageMix” iPad app for the Yamaha M7CL
digital mixing consoles. This version of StageMix is for use with M7CL firmware V3.5
and higher.
The latest firmware version for M7CL can be downloaded from
www.yamahaproaudio.com

StageMix provides remote control of M7CL functions via a simple, intuitive
graphical interface from anywhere within wireless range. The software has
been specifically designed to allow engineers to adjust monitor mixes from
the performers’ positions on stage, directly controlling mix parameters via the
iPad rather than having to rely on verbal directions to a second engineer.
The result is better mixes in less time: a huge advantage during high-pressure
pre-show setup. StageMix does not provide remote control of all M7CL
parameters, but is focused on the requirements for adjusting monitor mixes on
stage.

Yamaha Commercial Audio M7CL StageMix V2.0 User Guide

CONTENTS

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1.0 System Requirements 4

2.0 Wi-Fi Settings 4

3.0 Getting Started 5

3.1 M7CL Network Setup 5

3.2 iPad Wi-Fi Settings 5

3.3 StageMix Setup 6

3.3.1 OFFLINE DEMO Mode 7

3.3.2 Configure StageMix to Work with an M7CL 7

3.3.3 Select a Mixer and Begin Working 8

4.0 StageMix Operation 9

4.1 Mixer Window 9

4.1.1 Channel Bank Navigation 9

4.1.2 Channel Names 10

4.1.3 Faders 10

4.1.4 Channel ON 10

4.1.5 CUE 11

4.1.6 Master Bank 11

4.2 SETUP 12

4.2.1 Fader Delay 12

4.2.2 Filled EQ Graph 12

4.2.3 Set EQ band to 0dB with Double-Tap 12

4.2.4 Enable Inc/Dec Scene Recall 12

4.2.5 Channel Select – StageMix Follows Console 12

4.2.6 Channel Select – Console Follows StageMix 12

4.3 Long Faders 13

4.4 HA GAIN 14

4.4.1 Input Port 14

4.4.2 Phantom Power 14

4.4.3 Phase 15

4.5 SENDS ON FADERS 15

4.5.1 Mix Send Levels 16

4.5.2 Mix Sends ON 16

4.6 EQ Editing 17

4.7 Parametric EQ Editing Screen 18

4.7.1 HPF 19

4.7.2 EQ Bands 1 & 4 20

4.7.3 EQ ON 20

4.7.4 EQ FLAT, EQ DEFAULT 20

4.8 Graphic EQ Editing Screen 21

4.8.1 Navigation in the GEQ Overview Section 21

4.8.2 Rack Position 21

4.8.3 GEQ Type 22

4.8.4 Editing GEQ Bands 22

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4.8.5 Navigation in the GEQ Editing Section 22

4.8.6 GEQ ON 22

4.8.7 GEQ FLAT 22

4.8.8 Copy/Paste 22

4.9 SCENE MEMORY 23

4.9.1 Current Scene 23

4.9.2 Decrement / Increment Scene 24

4.9.3 Scene List 24

4.9.4 Scene Range 24

4.9.5 Selected Scene 25

4.9.6 Store Scene 25

4.9.7 Undo Store 25

4.9.8 Recall Scene 25

4.9.9 Undo Recall 26

5.0 Troubleshooting 27

5.1 No Wi-Fi Available 27

5.2 Connection Error 27

5.3 Connection Lost 28

5.4 Graphic EQ Doesn’t Affect the Sound 28

5.5 Problems Moving Multiple Faders 29

5.6 Incompatibility with Earlier M7CL Versions 29

Special Notices

• The software and this Owner’s Manual are the exclusive copyrights of Yamaha
Corporation.

• Copying of the software or reproduction of this manual in whole or in part by any
means is expressly forbidden without the written consent of the manufacturer.

• Yamaha makes no representations or warranties with regard to the use of the
software and documentation and cannot be held responsible for the results of the use
of this manual and the software.

• The company names and product names in this Owner’s Manual are the
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

• The screen displays as illustrated in this Owner’s Manual are for instructional
purposes, and may appear somewhat different from the screens which appear on
your computer.

• Future upgrades of application and system software and any changes in
specifications and functions will be announced separately.

• Apple, the Apple logo, and iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S.
and other countries.

• Windows® is the registered trademark of Microsoft® Corporation.

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1.0 System Requirements

• Apple iPad (any model)

• Yamaha M7CL digital mixing console with V3.5 firmware or higher (any model,

including M7CL-48, M7CL-32, M7CL-48ES)

• Wi-Fi access point (preferably with 802.11n, 5GHz capability, though 2.4GHz
and 802.11g will also work)

• CAT5 cable (to connect M7CL to Wi-Fi access point)

2.0 Wi-Fi Settings

Configure the Wi-Fi access point, following the manufacturer’s instructions. No
special settings are needed, but using security such as WPA is highly recommended,
to prevent unwanted devices from joining the network. Here are some suggested
settings to assist less experienced Wi-Fi users:

1. Give the wireless network a name (this is the “SSID”).

2. Choose a security mode (such as WPA) and password.

3. Select the wireless mode (802.11g or n).

4. In the case of “n”, select the wireless band (2.4 or 5GHz).

5. If available, enable “Auto Channel Selection” so the wireless channel with the
least interference will be selected.

802.11n networks at 5GHz are preferred because they allow faster communication
between the iPad and the Wi-Fi access point. Practically, this could result in more
accurate level metering with the StageMix app. Also, with 802.11n being a new
standard, it is less prone to interference from other wireless networks. Using a Wi-Fi
access point with 2 or more external aerials is recommended to increase potential
signal range.

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3.0 Getting Started

3.1 M7CL Network Setup

I. Connect the Wi-Fi access point to the M7CL’s network port via a CAT5 cable.

Note that a cross-over cable will be needed with older access points that don’t
have the “auto MDIX” function. Most recent devices will support “auto MDIX”,
in which case a straight CAT5 cable can be used.

II. Note the IP address and MAC address of the M7CL - they will need to be

entered into the iPad later. They can be found in the console as follows:
a. Press the [SETUP] button on the M7CL touchscreen

b. Press [NETWORK] on the M7CL touchscreen

3.2 iPad Wi-Fi Settings

The iPad needs to be given a static IP address in the same range as the
M7CL’s IP Address.

a. Open the iPad “Settings” menu
b. Select “Wi-Fi”, and choose the correct network

c. Press the blue circle with the white arrow to the right of the selected

network to edit the IP address.

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d. Select [Static].

e. Write an IP Address similar to the one for the M7CL, but with just the

last number different. (For example, if M7CL is 192.168.0.128, give an

address to the iPad such as 192.168.0.127).
f. Enter a Subnet Mask such as “255.255.255.0.”
g. Press the iPad’s Home button to exit the Settings menu.

3.3 StageMix Setup

Launch the “M7CL StageMix” App

The “Select Mixer” screen will appear. From this screen, you can do any of
the following things:

• Access the OFFLINE DEMO mode to explore the features and user
interface of M7CL StageMix.

• Configure StageMix to work with an M7CL console.

• Select an M7CL console that has already been configured to work with

your iPad and begin using StageMix.

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3.3.1 OFFLINE DEMO

If [OFFLINE DEMO] is pressed in the “Select Mixer” screen, all the functions of
StageMix will operate independently of any mixing console. It is a useful way
to demonstrate and learn how to use the app without the need for a mixer.
Level meters will not work in this mode.

3.3.2 Configure StageMix to Work with an M7CL

i. Press [ADD MIXER] to open the following screen:

ii. Tap on the blank Name field and enter a name for your M7CL using the

iPad’s onscreen keyboard.

iii. Enter the M7CL IP address noted in 3.1. The default IP Address may

not need to be changed but confirm this in the Network Setup screen of
the M7CL console (refer to 3.1). If you need to modify the IP Address
in StageMix, make sure you include the dots between the sets of
numbers (as shown above).

iv. Enter the M7CL MAC address noted in 3.1. When entering the MAC

Address, the colons between sets of characters will be automatically
added by StageMix.

v. Select the Model of M7CL console from the choices of M7CL-48 or

M7CL-32. Select M7CL-48 if you use the M7CL-48ES.

vi. Press the [ADD MIXER] button at the bottom of the screen

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3.3.3 Select a Mixer and Begin Working

If your iPad has been configured to work with an M7CL console, select the
mixer from the list and press [CONNECT]. (The model of mixer (M7CL-48 or
M7CL-32) will appear in smaller text below the mixer’s name.)

The message “Syncing With M7CL…” will appear while StageMix is obtaining
parameters from the console. After this process is complete, the Mixer window will
appear and StageMix is ready to be used.

If StageMix cannot connect with your M7CL, refer to the Troubleshooting section
(5.0) at the end of this document for possible solutions.

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4.0 StageMix Operation

4.1 Mixer Window

The main page of the StageMix is called the “Mixer” window. It shows the EQ
curve, CUE and ON buttons, fader and level meters, and channel names for
eight adjacent channels.

Across the top of the screen, level meters and faders are displayed in blocks
of channels for mono Input Channels 1-48, Stereo Input Channels 1-4, Mix
and Matrix busses, and the Master Stereo and Mono busses. This is the
“Navigation/Meter Bridge”.

4.1.1 Channel Bank Navigation

Press any of the “Navigation/Meter Bridge” blocks to select which bank
of channels is viewed and controlled in the fader strips below.

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