AUTOMIX STATIC INSERT
AUTOMIX STATIC INSERT
MACHINE CONTROL
Automated mixdown has become a major part of modern production. That’s why most automix functions have been made directly accessible from the DM2000 console rather than being relegated to hard-to-find display screens. Without even looking at the display you can write and enable automation for the console’s faders, channel on/off switching, panning, surround positioning, aux levels and on/off switching, and EQ. Writing automation requires as much concentration as real-time mixdown, and by providing a comprehensive AUTOMIX section Yamaha have made the job considerably easier. Versatility is further enhanced in Version 2
with an automix static insert function that allows pre-defined parameter settings to be punched in and out to, for example, adjust the EQ for a short dialog
sequence during pre-production. Version 2 additionally includes a fader touch-sense function that allows automix parameter punch in/out operations to be carried with unprecedented speed and efficiency. When a fader is touched the parameter for that fader is punched in and the automix parameter overwrite mode is engaged. Two modes are provided: in the TOUCH mode the fader parameter is punched out and overwrite ends when the fader is released, and in the LATCH mode overwrite continues
even after the fader is released.
P R O D U C T I O N
D I G I T A LC O N S O L E D M 2 0 0 0
D I G I T A L P R O D U C T I O N C O N S O L E D M 2 0 0 0
5. Scene Memory | 7. User Defined Keys |
This although simple and concise, | These 16 keys can be assigned to |
the DM2000’s SCENE MEMORY | control any functions you choose. |
section will undoubtedly see a lot | You could, for example, |
of use. It’s here that you can store | individually mute surround |
all console parameters as a new | monitor speakers, directly recall |
scene, or instantly recall | scene memories, etc. When the Pro |
previously-stored scenes. A numeric display | Tools® Remote Layer mode is selected, the |
right next to the STORE, RECALL, and | USER DEFINED KEYS are automatically |
UP/DOWN keys shows the current scene | assigned to Pro Tools® control functions by |
number — 01 through 99. Additional scene | default. Version 2 adds the capability to |
memories can be managed via memory | assign group master mute to the user |
cards or a computer running the supplied | defined keys. Any of the console’s inputs and |
Studio Manager software. Like most other | GLOBAL PASTE |
outputs can be assigned to mute groups as |
control sections, a DISPLAY key brings all | required, then muting of the assigned group |
8-3.Track Arming
24 track arming (record on/off) buttons can be used directly for up 24 tracks on a single recorder, or to control track arming on three separate 8-track recorders. Additionally, up to four complete track-arming setups can be memorized and recalled via TRACK ARMING GROUP keys A through D.
TRACK ARMING GROUP
11.Data Entry
When it does become necessary to get into detailed numeric parameter editing, the DM2000 makes the task as easy as possible. Large cursor, INC/DEC, and enter keys are complemented by a data entry dial that lets you spin in values quickly and easily. The data entry
dial also doubles as a shuttle/scrub dial for recorder or DAW control. A PC-compatible computer
keyboard can also be directly connected to the rear-panel keyboard connector for extra data entry ease and convenience.
scene parameters up on the LCD display | | can be engaged or disengaged with one |
panel. And for even greater versatility | | touch via the user defined keys – a |
Version 2 features a global paste function | | tremendous advantage in live sound |
that lets you simultaneously paste selected | | applications. Instant Group Assignment via |
parameters from one scene to multiple | | the User Defined Keys enables you to quickly |
scenes – your EQ and AUX settings from | GLOBAL PASTE | set up fader groups and mute groups. User |
final rehearsal, for example, can easily be copied to all other scenes that will | Defined Bank F is preset for input group |
be used during the performance. Fade time and recall safe settings can also be | assignment. If you select a channel, the |
copied to multiple scenes in one easy operation. | | relevant User Defined Keys light up if the |
| | channel is in a fader or mute group. You |
6. Automix | | can press a User Defined Key to add a |
| channel to a group or exclude a channel |
from a group.
INPUT MUTE GROUP
OUTPUT MUTE GROUP
9.Channel Strips
The 24 channel strips on the DM2000 panel provide access to the most essential operations for the corresponding channels. Depending on the currently selected layer, the channel strips will control channels 1 through 24, 25 through 48, 49 through 72, or 73 through 96. Also the channel faders and encoders will function according to the settings in the FADER MODE and ENCODER MODE sections. In addition to a fader and rotary encoder, each
channel strip includes a channel ON/OFF key, a SOLO key, and AUTO key to turn mix
12.Analog Input Section
No digital console is completely free of analog circuitry, and any analog that does exist must be of the highest quality so as not to negate the performance potential of the digital system. The DM2000 features 24 high-performance head amplifiers for microphone or line input that deliver a pristine signal to the console’s precision 24 bit/96 kHz A/D converters. These head amplifiers are the result of extensive development and field testing, and deliver transparent performance that rivals – and in many cases exceeds –that of the most expensive component microphone preamplifiers. 48-volt phantom power for condenser microphones is individually switchable for
each input, trim controls and pad switches facilitate optimum level matching with the source, and switchable inserts make it easy switch external analog processing gear into
or out of the pre-A/D signal path.
8.Machine Control
Since the DM2000 will almost certainly be used with some sort of multitrack recorder — tape, hard-disk, or DAW — it has been provided with a comprehensive range of facilities for external machine control. Both Sony 9-pin (P2) and MMC protocols are supported, and control can be switched between MTR and master target machines. Version 2 provides additional control capability with the ability to
remotely control MMC and P2 equipment directly from the console’s DAW layer, so you can simultaneously control a DAW and MMC/P2 recorders without having to switch layers. The DM2000’s machine control features are divided into three main sections, as summarized below:
8-1.Transport Controls
Standard transport controls in the familiar layout — REW, FF, STOP,
PLAY, and REC — for fast, efficient transport operation.
8-2.Locator
All the locator controls you would normally find on an advanced locator panel — plus a few extras
—are duplicated right here on the DM2000 console.
automation on or off for that channel,
and a SEL key which assigns the channel as the console’s “Selected Channel”. Detailed control for the currently selected channel — dynamics, EQ, buss assignment, panning and
surround positioning, aux/matrix sends, delay, and phase/insert — is available via the SELECTED CHANNEL controls.
10.Master & Layer Section
In addition to the master stereo fader with its own ON, SEL and AUTO keys, the master section includes keys for input channel layer selection (Master Layer 1-24, 25-48, 49-72,
73-96) as well as selectors for four remote control layers. Using the “User Assignable Layer” feature you can create a custom layer to which any channels can be assigned in a preferred layout, and the setups can be stored in any of four
banks. This system means that you have a total of 96 channels and buses right in front of you in the space of 24.
USER ASSIGNABLE LAYER
13.Meter Bridge
The MB2000 Peak Meter Bridge is a complete level-monitoring station for the DM2000. 48 12-segment level meters can be used individually or in pairs to display pre-EQ, pre-fader, or post-fader input channel signal levels. The same meters can also display levels on the console’ s eight buses, 12 auxiliary sends, and four stereo matrix buses. A separate 32-segment stereo meter is provided for the main stereo program. The MB2000 also features a time-code display for complete, centralized visual monitoring.
14.Rear Panel
A quick look at the rear panel should tell you that the DM2000 is designed for serious production. Balanced XLR and TRS connectors are provided for all 24 inputs, and rather than the common single TRS jacks for unbalanced
