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What is the conditions of compatibility between the data saved on PM5D/DSP5D and the one saved on Editor ?

Cross-platform compatibility is provided for setup data which is directly saved to a compact flash memory via the PM5DV2,DSP5D, or saved as a ".PM5" file using the Editor application. Please refer to the following table.

*1. Use the PCMCIA slot on cascaded PM5D

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When you assign DCA faders to GEQ and go to another screen, the fader assignments are cleared. Is there any way to prevent this?

You can keep the fader assignment by turning on AUTO ASSIGN button at the bottom of GEQ PARAM page. If the AUTO ASSIGN button is off, DCA faders can be assigned to the corresponding EQ bands by pushing a FADER MODE [A] - [F] button while SHIFT button on the panel is held.

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Troubleshooting

I am using version 1 of PM5D. Is it possible for me to connect and use a DSP5D with this version?

You have to upgrade the PM5D to version 2 before use with DSP5D.

The V2 updater is available free of charge at:http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/downloads/firm_soft/pm5d/pm5dv2_frm.html

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Connection

How many input channels does PM5D V2 have? Up to how many input channels could it be expanded with DSP5D?

PM5D V2 = 48 MONO + 4 STEREO PM5D V2 x2 = 96 MONO + 8 STEREO PM5D V2 + DSP5D = 96 MONO + 8 STEREO PM5D V2 + DSP5D x2 = 144 MONO + 12 STEREO

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Can multiple PM5D V2 be cascaded?

Yes, they can. Up to four PM5D V2s can be cascaded so that the buses can be shared. As PM5D V2 has Cascade connectors, you can easily build your system using suitable Cascade cables. When multiple PM5D V2 are cascaded, operations such as Scene Store/Recall, Cue Solo and Dimmer can be interlockingly made.

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How many DSP5Ds can be connected to a PM5D V2?

Up to two DSP5D units can be cascaded to a single PM5D V2. By adding DSP5D units, the maximum number of inputs of a PM5D V2 system is 168 channels (144 mono + 12 stereo pairs). As of the latest PM5D V2 firmware release, there are several restrictions regarding the control of DSP5Ds.

Please visit the following link for more details.

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For a system using DSP5Ds, can the data of the entire system be stored within the PM5D V2?

Yes. All data including the data of all cascaded DSP5Ds can be stored within the memory card of the PM5D V2.

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Is it possible to use DME-N series units in my system while I'm using DSP5Ds?

Yes, you can visually check how to connect multiple devices indicated in: MIXER SETUP -> CASCADE CONNECTION -> Type Select area.

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It appears DCU5D uses EtherSound technology. Is it possible to connect other EtherSound devices to DCU5D?

A redundant connection can be provided by inserting the AuviTran AVRed-ES between the DCU5D and DSP5D that are cascade-connected (via the RJ-45 connector). No other EtherSound devices can be inserted. You can set up the AVRed-ES with AVS-ESMonitor; however, do not display the AVS-ES control page on AVS-ESMonitor during the operation when devices are cascade-connected. Since operation when the PM5D and DSP5D are cascade-connected requires all of thecommunication bandwidth, if the AVRed-ES control page is displayed, commands between the PM5D and DSP5D cannot be transmitted/received. This results in failing to control the devices.

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Can I cascade a PM5D version 1 device with a PM5D V2?

No, you can't. In order to cascade two PM5Ds, they must be of the same version.

The V2 updater may be downloaded free of charge

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When connecting a DSP5D directly to my computer, is a CAT-5 crossover cable required?

No, when connecting a DSP5D to a computer, both a straight and crossover cables may be used. When connecting a PM5D V2 to a computer, a USB connection is used so a CAT5 cable is not required.

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Mix and Effects

How many GEQ modules can I use with PM5D V2?

The GEQ modules provided by the PM5D V2 can be expanded to a maximum of 20 modules by re-purposing the eight internal effects. You can change the number of internal effects and GEQ modules that are assigned.

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Can internal GEQ of PM5D V2 be controlled using faders?

Yes, it can. By configuring the ASSIGN TO FADER area in the GEQ PARAM page of GEQ screen, you can control GEQ from the DCA faders and FADER MODE buttons.

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When you assign DCA faders to GEQ and go to another screen, the fader assignments are cleared. Is there any way to prevent this?

You can keep the fader assignment by turning on AUTO ASSIGN button at the bottom of GEQ PARAM page. If the AUTO ASSIGN button is off, DCA faders can be assigned to the corresponding EQ bands by pushing a FADER MODE [A] - [F] button while SHIFT button on the panel is held.

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Which ADD-ON EFFECTS are included with DSP5D and PM5D V2?

The following effects are included with DSP5D and PM5D V2, with no extra charge:

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Mixer Settings

What is the conditions of compatibility between the data saved on PM5D/DSP5D and the one saved on Editor ?

Cross-platform compatibility is provided for setup data which is directly saved to a compact flash memory via the PM5DV2,DSP5D, or saved as a ".PM5" file using the Editor application. Please refer to the following table.

*1. Use the PCMCIA slot on cascaded PM5D

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For a system using DSP5Ds, can the data of the entire system be stored within the PM5D V2?

Yes. All data including the data of all cascaded DSP5Ds can be stored within the memory card of the PM5D V2.

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Does the Channel Move function made on PM5D V2 affect cascaded DSP5Ds as well?

No, the Channel Move function only moves channels within a device.

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Can a channel on PM5D V2 and one on DSP5D be paired?

No. The Channel Pair function can only pair channels within the same device.

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Can channels on PM5D V2s be DCA/Mute-grouped with channels on a cascaded DSP5D?

Yes. Channels can be grouped regardless of the device they reside in.

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For Comp and EQ groups, can channels of a cascaded DSP5D be linked with channels of the PM5D V2?

No. Both PM5D V2 and DSP5D have independent Comp and EQ groups. Only channels within the same device can be linked together.

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Can I apply delay to my headphone output?

Yes. By using Monitor Delay (0-1000ms), you can compensate the delay time between FoH and the stage. For example: Delay time can be configured at MON/CUE -> MONITOR page -> MONITOR/CUE DELAY section.

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Hardware

Is an extra power supply provided for PM5D V2?

Yes. Two PW800W units can be serially connected using an optional PSL120 cable for failsafe operation.

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I would like to use a PM5D V2 purchased in my country on tour overseas. Are different power line voltages supported?

PW800W (PM5D V2's power supply), DSP5D as well as DCU5D have Universal Power Supplies, so you may use your PM5D V2 where power is provided at 100-240 volts, by using the proper plug.

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What types of memory cards may be used with PM5D V2?

PCMCIA Type II compliant PC Flash ATA cards, or Compact Flash cards inserted in PC card adapters may be used (both 3.3 and 5 volts are supported for both the above card types). Supported format is FAT16. Other media types are not supported.

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Studio Manager

What is the conditions of compatibility between the data saved on PM5D/DSP5D and the one saved on Editor ?

Cross-platform compatibility is provided for setup data which is directly saved to a compact flash memory via the PM5DV2,DSP5D, or saved as a ".PM5" file using the Editor application. Please refer to the following table.

*1. Use the PCMCIA slot on cascaded PM5D

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I do not own a PM5D V2. Is it still possible to use a DSP5D?

Yes. Connect the DSP5D to your computer with an Ethernet CAT5 cable. DSP5D can then be controlled via DSP5D Editor installed in your computer.

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When connecting a DSP5D directly to my computer, is a CAT-5 crossover cable required?

No, when connecting a DSP5D to a computer, both a straight and crossover cables may be used. When connecting a PM5D V2 to a computer, a USB connection is used so a CAT5 cable is not required.

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Can a DSP5D be controlled by multiple computers with DSP5D Editor installed?

No. A DSP5D may be controlled only by a single computer. DSP5D is designed so that more than two computers cannot be connected at the same time. One computer, however, can control multiple DSP5Ds and/or PM5D V2s.

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Which functions may be controlled remotely from the PM5D V2 Editor?

The following mixer settings and operations can be performed via the PM5D V2 Editor. The state of the mixer may be monitored on the computer screen while parameters are modified with the mouse. -Every 24-channel overview display/parameter edit -Selected Channel display/parameter edit -Library management -Scene Memory management -Patch and Routing display/ parameter Edit -Surround and Pan display/ parameter Edit -Time code counter display -Effect display/ parameter Edit -Input Output Meter display -GEQ display/ parameter Edit -DCA/Mute display/ parameter Edit -User Defined Key display/ parameter Edit -Fader Mode Assign display/ parameter Edit -Output Port Att display/ parameter Edit -Monitor[Cue/Solo] display/ parameter Edit

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How do I connect the PM5D V2 to a computer?

To use the PM5D V2 Editor, connect the USB (TO HOST) connector on the rear panel of PM5D V2 to your computer. To use the DSP5D Editor, connect the RJ-45 (Network) connector on the front panel of DSP5D to your computer.

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Does PM5D V2 Editor run on Intel Mac?

Yes. It is possible to run PM5D V2 Editor on Studio Manager V2.2.0 or greater, but in this case it is necessary to specify Rosetta when starting up Studio Manager.

About the setting, please refer to the following Apple computer site.

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