PM5D FAQ

FAQ PM5DV2, DSP5D

01 Basic specifications

1. What are sampling frequencies and bit rates used with PM5D V2?
   PM5D V2 supports 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz and 96 kHz internal sampling rates.
   When externally synchronized, PM5D/PM5D-RH supports 44.1 kHz (-10%) to 48 kHz (+6%), 88.2 kHz (- 10%) to 96 kHz (+6%) and DSP5D supports 42.9975 kHz to 49.2 kHz and 85.995 kHz to 98.4 kHz. AD/DA is converted at 24-bit, internal process is performed at 32- bit and the calculation is made at 58-bit.



2. What is the audio latency of PM5D V2?
   For PM5D V2, latency from Input to Stereo A, B is:
   less than 2.3ms(@48KHz)
   less than 1.15ms(@96KHz)
   
   For PM5D V2-RH, latency from Input to Stereo A, B is:
   less than 2.5ms(@48KHz)
   less than 1.25ms(@96KHz)



3. 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

02 Connection between multiple devices

1. 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.



2. What is the DSP5D?
   The DSP5D is a digital signal processing engine for expanding the I/O capabilities of the PM5D V2. One DSP5D provides an additional 48 mono and 4 stereo pairs of inputs (totally 56ch), and 24 outputs.



3. 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.
   http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/products/mixers/pm5d/pdf/dsp5d_s s2_en.pdf



4. I am using version 1 of PM5D V2. Is it possible for me to connect and use a DSP5D with this version?
   You must upgrade your firmware to version 2.
   
   The V2 updater is available free of charge at:
   http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/downloads/firm_soft/pm5d/pm5dv2_ frm.html



5. 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.



6. 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.



7. 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.



8. 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.



9. 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.



10. 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.



11. 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.



12. 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.



13. How many remote head amp units can be connected to PM5D V2?
    Up to 8 units may be connected. PM5D V2 is capable of controlling up to 8 remotely controllable head amp / A/D Converter units such as AD8HR and AD824.



14. 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 from:
    http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/downloads/firm_soft/pm5d/pm5dv2_ frm.html



15. When PM5D V2s are cascaded, does the number of connectable remote head amp units increase?
    Yes. For each PM5D V2, up to 8 remotely controllable head amp / A/D Converter units such as AD8HR and AD824 can be controlled. When 2 PM5D V2s are connected, the maximum number of units becomes 16.
    
    Head amp units can be controlled only by the PM5D V2 to which they are directly connected to. Head amp units connected to a cascaded PM5D V2 must be controlled by the cascaded PM5D V2.



16. What is the audio latency of DSP5D?
    For DSP5D, latency from Input to Stereo A, B is:
    less than 2.5ms(@48KHz)
    less than 1.25ms(@96KHz)

03 Effect/GEQ

1. How many effect modules does PM5D V2 have?
   PM5D V2 has 8 effect modules and each module can be used as a 31-band GEQ or 8-band PEQ.



2. 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.



3. Does GEQ of PM5D V2 work as Flex15 GEQ?
   No, the GEQ of PM5D V2 work as either 31-band GEQ or 8-band PEQ.



4. 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.



5. 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.



6. 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:
   
   REV-X
   Compressor276/Compressor276S
   Compressor260/Compressor260S
   EQ601
   OpenDeck



7. Which ADD- ON EFFECTS can be used with PM5D V2?
   All usable ADD-ON EFFECTS such as AE011, AE021 and AE031 are included as a standard component of PM5D V2.
   There is no need for additional ADD-ON EFFECTS.

04 Fader

1. Can Studio Manager be used with PM5D V2?
   Yes. The PM5D V2 Editor works within the Yamaha Studio Manager Host environment. To use Studio Manager, connect the PM5D V2 to a computer via the USB (TO HOST) connector.
   Software may be downloaded free of charge at:
   http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/downloads/firm_soft/index.html



2. When connecting a PM5D V2 directly to my computer, is a CAT-5 crossover cable required?
   No, when connecting a PM5D V2 to a computer, a USB connection is used so a CAT5 cable is not required.
   
   When connecting a DSP5D to a computer, both straight and crossover cables may be used.



3. 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.



4. 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.



5. What do I need to remotely control PM5D V2/DSP5D via my computer?
   You need to download and install Studio Manager V2 Host, PM5D V2/DSP5D Editor, USB- MIDI Driver for USB connection and/or DME-N Network Driver for Ethernet connection respectively.



6. 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



7. What are the advantages of using the PM5D V2 Editor?
   One of the biggest advantages of using the PM5D V2 Editor would be the ability to make console settings even offline. Routing, GEQ, Effects and Dynamics settings may be edited and stored, so that everything can be set up prior to arriving on location.
   
   Also, the entire mixer state can be monitored on the computer screen in real time, so the PM5D V2 Editor may be used as an external display.
   
   It is also possible to control the console in real time. For example, Channel names and Scene names may be changed quickly and efficiently via the computer keyboard.
   



8. Do I need a computer in order to access all of the PM5D V2's functions?
   No. PM5D V2 is a stand alone mixing desk; all functions are internal to it. PM5D V2 Editor works in an external computer and is for creating or editing stored scenes and setups and can work online connected to PM5D V2 as a remote controller.



9. 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.



10. How much do Studio Manager and PM5D V2 Editor cost?
    Studio Manager and PM5D V2 Editor are provided free of charge. Software and the latest update files may be downloaded from our website. Currently it is not required that you provide us with personal information in order to download.
    http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/downloads/firm_soft/pm5d/pm5dv2_ edt.html



11. What are the supported OS platforms for Studio Manager, PM5D V2 Editor and DSP5D Editor?
    Studio Manager/PM5D V2 Editor:
    Windows Vista, Windows XP Home Edition / Professional / Tablet PC Edition 2005, MacOSX 10.4 or greater.
    
    DSP5D Editor:
    Windows Vista, Windows XP Home Edition / Professional / Tablet PC Edition 2005.
    



12. Does PM5D V2 Editor run on Intel Mac? Is Universal Binary provided?
    Yes. Use USB-MIDI Driver V1.1.0 and Studio Manager V2.1.8. These run in PPC Emulation mode (Rosetta). Intel Native mode is not supported. 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.

05 Miscellaneous functions

1. Can I make VCA groups in PM5D V2?
   Yes, you can. 8 DCA groups that work the same as VCA groups are provided with PM5D V2 and you can use 8 DCA faders in the DCA section. You can also assign a single channel to multiple DCA groups. DCA Groups 1-6 are for input channels, while DCA Groups 7-8 are for both input and output channels, by which you can control both channels at the same time within the same DCA group.



2. Can I make MUTE groups in PM5D V2?
   8 Mute Groups are provided with PM5D V2.
   Mute Groups 1-8 can be used for both input and output channels. Both channels can be grouped in the same Mute Group and be controlled at the same time.
   While Mute Master is on, all the channels in a Mute Group are muted. You can easily confirm if a channel is in the mute state as the LED on the ON switch of that channel blinks.



3. Does PM5D V2/DSP5D have a built-in tone generator or an oscillator?
   Yes, it does. PM5D V2/DSP5D contains a test oscillator which outputs sine wave (20Hz-20 kHz variable), pink noise and burst noise (repeated output of pink noise).



4. 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.

06 Others

1. 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.



2. Can an external keyboard/mouse be used with PM5D V2?
   Yes. A PS/2 compatible keyboard can be connected to the KEYBOARD connector located on the front panel of the PM5D and used in the same way as the character palette in the display to input characters, numerals, and symbols. The numeric key pad of the keyboard can be used to input numerical values or to recall scenes. A PS/2 compatible mouse can be connected to the MOUSE connector located on the front panel of the PM5D V2 and used in the same way as the track pad.



3. Does PM5D V2 come with a dust cover, such as the one that comes with M7CL, or is one available as an option?
   Yes, PM5D V2 comes with a dust cover.



4. Can I use the same MY cards with the PM5D V2, as I can with other Yamaha mixers?
   Yes. PM5D V2 has 4 MY card slots and DSP5D has 2 MY card slots. Please refer to I/O Card Matching page for the compatibility check.



5. Does PM5D V2 have an optional meter bridge?
   No. Th ere is no optional meter bridge since input and output levels can always be monitored in the meter section of the main panel.



6. Does PM5D V2 have output for an external display?
   PM5D V2 does not have a DVI, VGA or any output connector for an external display. However, most information can be displayed on the PM5D V2 Editor installed in your computer.



7. 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.



8. 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.