Open Labs Openstudio OMX User manual
Setting Up Your OMX™ 1
Connecting the Cables 2
Turning on Your OMX™ for the First Time 2
Introduction to Your OMX™ 4
OMX™ Components 5
Using Your OMX™ 8
What is this GUI? 8
Pre-Installed Music Software 14
Using Mouse, Keyboard and Special Keys 15
Using USB Devices 16
Using CD-RW Drive 17
Using the Internet 20
Adding Software to Your OMX™ 20
New Software Installation Considerations 21
Restore Disk 22
Inside Your OMX™ 23
New Hardware Installation Considerations 24
Opening Your OMX™ 24
Installing Memory 25
Memory Installation Procedures 26
Adding & Attaching Hard Drives to OMX™ 27
Installing Add-In Cards 29
TYAN TIGER K8W Motherboard Diagram 30
Karsyn Documentation 31
Key Features 31
Control Module 32
Output Busses 32
Adding & Deleting Output Busses 33
Instrument Modules 33
Adding & Deleting Instrument Modules 34
Instrument Console 34
Adding & Removing Effects 35
Working with Audio Inputs 35
Advanced Performance Recovery 36
Preferences 36
MIDI Input Ports 36
Key Range & Transpose 37
Channel Map 37
Continuous Controller Map 38
Toggle Mode 39
Saving & Loading MIDI Configurations 40
Setting a Default MIDI Configuration 40
Insert Manager 40
Showing Effects Consoles 40
Using Effect Presets 41
MIDI Routing to Effects 41
Insert Effect Automation using MIDI Controllers 41
Working with Scenes 42
Creating Scenes 43
Changing Scenes 43
Scene Tempo 44
Open Labs OpenStudio™ OMX™ Manual - Revision 011.d
The first time you open the box, you should ensure that all the
parts are enclosed. Because each OMX™ OpenStudio™ may
be customized with different options, you should validate its
contents with your order. Ensure that all components are
included and that none of them were damaged during
shipping. Select a flat tabletop to unpack your OMX™ that is
near a stable power supply, preferably one that is surge-
protected or an uninterrupted power source (UPS). Network
availability is also a plus, especially if you plan to transfer work
through a local area network (LAN). It is also recommended
that you have a notepad nearby to jot down important
information, such as your serial numbers, license keys for
software, or any notes you may have.
•Ensure that your OMX™ OpenStudio™ rests in the
center of your workspace so that none of the air vents
are obstructed.
•There should be ample room in front of the OMX™ to
allow for the CD-ROM tray to eject without
obstruction.
•All cables are secluded and will not be unplugged
accidentally.
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The OMX™ contains all the common interfaces you would find
on a computer workstation. On the back panel you will find 2
USB ports, 1 VGA-monitor port, Ethernet port (10/100), PS/2
mouse, and PS/2 keyboard. Audio ports include: 10 in/ 10 out,
PCI Digital Recording Interface with MIDI, S/PDIF I/O, MIDI i/o,
wordclock I/O, XLR Microphone inputs with pre-amps, MIDI
In/Out/ Out/Through.
The front panel houses 4 additional USB ports to allow connection
of peripherals and devices.
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The power switch is located in the front panel within the
recessed area. Upon powering up, the OMX™ will boot up in
2 phases: The first phase is the BIOS phase, or the pre-
Microsoft Windows phase. This is when the hardware
validates that all systems are functional within acceptable
parameters. PCI devices, onboard memory, and other system
devices run through a short diagnostic routine, then the system
will begin to load the operating system – Microsoft Windows
XP Professional. Unless you plan to make immediate
hardware changes, there is no need to access any of the BIOS
configuration menus. If you do plan to make some BIOS
modifications, you can access the BIOS by hitting the DELETE
key when the OMX™ first boots.
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System BIOS is a menu where you can configure your hardware
settings. The settings pertain to hardware only, and will
sometimes affect your software programs if configured incorrectly.
If you plan to make modifications to the BIOS, it is recommended
that you read the motherboard manual which is provided with your
system. This manual contains all the configuration options
supported by your OMX™.
The second phase loads Microsoft Windows XP Professional.
This is an optimized installation of Windows XP, meaning that
it contains all the tweaks that will enhance OMX™
performance. Since this is the “Professional” rather than the
“Embedded” version of the Windows package, your OMX™
OpenStudio™ has all the potential to be your most powerful
sound production appliance without any hindrance to any
computer-driven applications. Any software supported under
that Microsoft Windows XP platform will be supported by your
OMX™. After the system is fully booted, you should be in the
Open Labs graphical user interface (GUI). For more
information about the Open Labs GUI, see chapter 3.
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The GUI is not a standard part of Microsoft Windows XP. It is a
customizable overlay to the standard Microsoft XP work
environment. You can toggle between the two modes by clicking
on the Open Labs Icon and selecting QUIT. You can always
reinstate the GUI by accessing the shortcut provided on the
desktop.
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For a comprehensive overview of your OMX™, please
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KnowingyourOMX™…
Unlike other traditional Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs), the
OMX™ and OMX64™ are not cobbled together with desktop
components in a desktop or tower case with some software
thrown in. Piece-meal solutions such as these are not suitable
for use by the average musician because they do not provide a
total solution and the usability needed. In many cases, the
musician will have to become a computer expert just to make
these systems work, let alone create with them.
The OMX™ is the first fully Integrated Digital Audio
Workstation in a new class of super workstations we have
named iDAW™. Because iDAW™s are extremely powerful
instruments, a musician may use one as is but may also need
to add new hardware or software. The versatility to grow and
adapt to every musician’s need is why OMX™ is unique.
Extreme care should be taken when installing new hardware
and software. Installing the wrong components could cause
great instability to your iDAW™. Be sure to read Chapter 4 for
information about installing new functionality to your OMX™
before installing any new devices or software.
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OMX™ comes standard with a CD-writer so that you may
either use it as a backup device or use it to create CD’s of your
music. CDRW drive can also be used to play CDs or install
software. DVDRW drives may also be purchased through
Open Labs.
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The hard drive is the main physical storage device for all your
data and applications. In the OMX™, the hard drive can be
removed from the chassis depending on your configuration.
The portability of the hard drive allows for enhance security in
a studio environment where you may wish to remove your hard
drive to secure your data from public access. Because hard
drives are delicate devices, always treat them with care and do
not drop, soak, heat, or otherwise abuse them.
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The power switch and reset buttons are located in the
recessed area to the left of the CD drive and the removable
hard disk.
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Your OMX includes an M-Audio Delta 1010LT Audio Card.
Please refer to the M-Audio manual included with your OMX
for information and specifications about this card.
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USB (USB 1.0) ports are located next to the Power and Reset
buttons. These ports are ideal for attaching USB input devices
such as dongles, or flash memory sticks.
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Two rear USB (2.0) ports allow connections to USB-2 devices.
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The monitor port allows you to connect any monitor with a
standard VGA connector to the OMX™. Some models of
OMX™ may support multiple monitors and will have multiple
connectors.
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The Ethernet port will accept a single high-speed cable
connection. This will allow your OMX™ to share files, print,
and access the Internet.
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The OMX has a custom audio panel on the rear of the unit
which features: 8 analog balanced/unbalanced inputs and
outputs, 2 mic (XLR) pre-amps, SPDIF input and output,
Wordclock I/O, 1 MIDI in, 2 MIDI outs, 1 MIDI through.
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The XLR inputs and outputs mirror the ¼ inch analog inputs &
outputs (in/out #1 and #2). When using the XLR connections, the
parallel ¼ inch connections will not be available.
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You can install additional memory into your OMX64™ (up to 8
GB). OMX64™ supports 184-pin ECC-type modules
(PC2700/2100/1600). Only the OMX64™ can hold 8 gigs.
The OMX™ P4 version only holds 2GB of unregistered
memory. Please use Open Labs certified parts to maintain
your warranty.
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PCI slots are for adding additional hardware boards such as
I/O cards, DSP cards, or additional graphics boards. PCI
boards should all be Microsoft Windows XP compatible. If you
are unsure, please call Open Labs technical support.
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The AGP slot is for the primary graphics card. OMX™ comes
standard with NVIDIA AGP graphics card. You may wish to
upgrade the graphics card at a later time. OMX™ supports up
to 8X AGP graphics cards.
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Some models of OMX™ come with an optional touch-screen
monitor (Open Labs ControllerOne™ Display). The touch-
screen can be accessed using your fingertips, or a small
plastic pointer. The touch screen provides an alternative
method of input for commands to the OMX™. It can be used
by itself as the sole source of command input, or it can be
used in conjunction with a standard keyboard and mouse.
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There is an internal fuse in your OMX™ power connector for the
Open Labs ControllerOne™ Display. If you are using your
OMX™ with an Open Labs ControllerOne™, and your
ControllerOne™ does not power up, please verify that the fuse is
in working condition.
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This chapter provides helpful instructions on how to use some
of the more commonly accessed applications in the OMX™.
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The first time you fire up your OMX™ you may realize that it
looks nothing like Microsoft Windows XP. The new look is the
Open Labs graphical-user interface that will enhance your
productivity, especially if you are a touch-screen user.
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The GUI, or graphical user interface, is a customizable shell
that allows the launching of applications from a single location.
This GUI is optimized for use with a touch screen and for
musical performance. Traditionally, within the Microsoft
Windows environment, you would have to make shortcuts for
applications you use most often, and arrange them on your
desktop or system tray for easy access. Because these items
are often masked by open applications and windows, you may
have to reposition your windows every time you wish to initiate
a new application. Starting programs via the ‘start’ button is
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also not ideal, because the program groups contain all
installed programs, rather than just those few applications you
use the most.
The Open Labs GUI is designed to allow access to the
programs and tasks that you will use most frequently with your
OMX™. After powering up your OMX™, Windows XP Pro will
launch, followed by the Open Labs GUI. You will notice right
away how the GUI organizes and simplifies the tasks
associated with making music.
A desktop with the taskbar looks like this. Currently active
applications will appear on the taskbar. If too many
applications appear the user can scroll left and right. The
button with the Open Labs icon in the lower left will expand up
with a series of buttons.
On your screen you will see the “Open” Icon in the lower left-
hand corner. Clicking on this icon will provide you with
shortcuts to the following:
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Clicking on this icon will give you the following options: quit,
shut down, and restart.
Quit allows you to exit the Open Labs GUI and return to the
Windows XP environment.
Shut Down will power down your OMX™.
Restart will restart your OMX™.
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To return to the Open Labs GUI, simply launch the Open Labs
GUI from your Windows XP program list, or click on the shortcut
provided on your Windows XP desktop.
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The Utilities Icon allows access to utilities that you might need
while working on your OMX™. When you click on the util
button, you will see the following:
file nav –File Navigator – Use this to browse files on your
operating system. To launch a file or program or to navigate
into a directory you will need to left click the icon to the left of
file/directory name. Double clicking is not required. This
program supports drag and drop operations. The right click
menu has quite a bit of functionality built into it.
search – Click on the search icon to search for files on your
operating system.
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Search will always default to start searching at the root of the C:\
drive. Searches are recursive meaning that all child folders will
also be searched. To search in another directory you can pick a
directory to search from the file navigator. Standard wild card
characters can be used to search.
Sound Card – by clicking on the sound card button, you are
able to bring up the MAudio 10/10 sound card control panel.
Touch Screen – use to calibrate your touch screen and
display settings.
Set Password – click the set password button to set your
password to protect the settings that you have made to your
OMX™. By default there is no password set. Once the
password is set to some value then a password will be
required upon startup, setting the password and opening the
sound card control panel.
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Each major music program installed on your OMX™ will have
a button for easy access to that program’s projects and data.
By clicking on the program’s button, you will be taken directly
to the projects that you have created for that program. The
content of this button is customizable. Directories, single files,
or applications can be added to this button. Items can be
added by dragging them from the file navigator. Items can be
removed through the right click menu.
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Next to these buttons you will find shortcuts to all of the major
music programs (applications) installed on your OMX™.
Clicking on the icon for the program will launch the application.
The content of this button is customizable. Directories, single
files, or applications can be added to this button. Items can be
added by dragging them from the file navigator. Items can be
removed through the right click menu.
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When you install new applications, you can add these applications
to the GUI by dragging the executable (or shortcut) onto the icon
in the Open Labs GUI. To delete programs from the Open Labs
GUI, simply right click and select “Delete”.
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Your OMX is shipped with the following pre-installed music
software applications, as well as an assortment of VSTi
synthesizers, and instruments.
•Karsyn – see Appendix A for documentation
•Tracktion – for documentation, go to:
http://www.mackie.com/products/tracktion
•Orion Pro – for documentation, go to:
http://www.synapse-audio.com
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Please check the CD included with your OMX™ for additional
software applications that have not been pre-installed.
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The OMX™ keyboard is no different than the standard 101-key
QUERTY keyboard. Depending on your order, the keyboard
may come in a mini-form factor to fit in a road case, or it may
be wireless. Unlike an Apple Macintosh keyboard, the OMX™
keyboard has a ‘windows’ key located between the Ctrl and Alt
button to the left of the spacebar. The Windows key allows
immediate access to the Microsoft Windows Start Menu. From
the Start Menu, you can launch all your applications, configure
settings, and browse for data or shutdown your OMX™.
Your mouse has two main buttons: left and right. The left
mouse button is mostly used to select objects, or to launch
programs. The right mouse button is used to call up auxiliary
menus and properties of objects. There is also a scroll button
between the left and right mouse button. The scroll button can
be used to scroll your onscreen window vertically.
In general, to access or launch an application, you would
double-click the left mouse button while it is hovering over the
desired icon.
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Sometimes, you may need to ‘drag’ an object. To move an
object from one folder to another, or to reposition onscreen
icons, you would move these objects by dragging. To drag
an object, position your mouse pointer over the icon, press and
hold down the left mouse button and then proceed to move the
object to its new location. When you release the left mouse
button, your object or icon will be placed in its new location.
Dragging does not always work and it may be disabled by the
program that you are using.
You can also select multiple items by grouping them using the
left mouse button. When you position the mouse pointer over
an empty area on your desktop, you can hold down the left
mouse button and proceed to drag a rectangle over several
objects. Releasing the left mouse button will highlight all the
objects or icons that were within the area of the rectangle
created by dragging the mouse pointer. Selecting multiple
objects allows you to move and assign attributes to all the
objects at once rather than doing each individually. For
example, you may wish to delete four files in your music folder.
You can use this method to select the 4 items and then hit the
DELETE key on your keyboard to send these items to the
recycle bin.
While in Microsoft Windows XP, one of the most popular
keystrokes is the Control-Alt-Delete command. Simply press
the Control, Alt, and Delete key simultaneously, and you will
invoke the Windows Task Manager. Windows Task Manager
allows you to restart your computer or quit applications that are
either not running, or locked. Anytime your system should
experience problems, it is always a good idea to do a Control-
Alt-Delete to see whether the application in question is ‘not
responding’. If it isn’t responding, you can highlight the
application, and press the ‘end task’ button. This will allow you
to restart the application from scratch.
Other important keystrokes recognized in the Windows XP
environment are the function keys clearly labeled F1 to F12.
The function keys are used by your applications and may have
different functions from one program to the next. The function
keys serve as shortcuts (sometimes called quick-keys) to open
menus, execute commands, or toggle settings.
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The OMX™ comes with two USB port in the back panel and
four ports in the front. If you require more USB ports, you can
purchase a USB hub. Typically USB devices also require you
to have Windows XP USB drivers in order for the device to
work properly in Microsoft Windows. The drivers are provided
by your USB device manufacturer, and can be downloaded
from their support site on the Internet.
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The CD-RW drive can be opened by pressing the release
button located below the ejection tray. Because Microsoft
Windows supports bootable CDs, it is important that you do
not leave any CDs that are bootable in the CD-RW drive so
that you will not boot into the CD accidentally.
Adding CDs into the CD-RW Drive while the OMX™ is running
will sometimes initiate pop-up menus. This depends on how
the CD was written. For example, typical software installation
CDs have pop-up menus to assist in installation of its software
when the CD is first inserted into the CD-RW drive.
Alternatively, inserting an audio CD into the CD-RW drive will
initiate CD-Player to play.
The CD drive can be used to burn files onto blank recordable
CDs. Recordable CDs are sold at most computer stores and
provide an inexpensive method of backing up your critical files.
You may use any number of programs to burn CDs with your
CD-RW drive. Microsoft Windows XP will author CDs as well.
To use the Microsoft tool, navigate to the Start button, and
then double-click on My Computer. If you have a desktop icon
for My Computer, it should look like this:
Double-clicking on My Computer will open a window showing
all your storage devices.
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and your CD-RW drive icon should change to look like this:
Double-clicking on this icon, will open a window that is empty
except for a legend to the left:
Using the drag-and-drop method, you can place multiple files
into the empty area within the right pane of this window. Files
should start to populate this empty area. Keep in mind that the
maximum amount of data you can store on a single CD-R is
approximately 700 MB, or 80 minutes of audio wav files.
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When you are done, select:
Another pop-up will appear and will provide a walk-through
with step-by-step instructions to complete your CD. These
step-by-step pop-ups are called Wizards. Microsoft loves to
use wizards, and you will encounter many wizards while using
Windows XP.
Simply follow the Wizard to the end and your CD will be
finished.
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The network adapter allows you to connect a high-speed
network to your OMX™. Depending on your setup, the
network could be local area only (just connects to other
computers around you) or to the Internet. OMX™ will support
a10 Mbits or 100 Mbits network. The OMX64™ will support a
1000 MBits network.
Anytime you connect to the Internet, it is vital that you use the
same precautions as you would use with a normal computer.
Because you should value your OMX™ investment as an
iDAW™ (integrated digital audio workstation), it is
recommended that you keep Internet activities to a minimum to
reduce risks of computer viruses, hackers, pop-ups, etc.
Internet use for iDAW™’s should be restricted to the following:
•Connection to Microsoft to run updates of service
packs. (please check with Open Labs support for
compatibility of Microsoft updates)
•Technical support with Open Labs.
•Updating virus definitions for your anti-virus protection.
•Collaboration with other musicians in sharing of music,
data, or files.
•Network printing and local file sharing.
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Adding new software to your OMX™ is not unlike adding
software to your home computer. The process still requires
that you have the software, either on a CD ROM or resident on
your hard drive from an Internet download. System
requirements of your OMX™ should meet that of your
software, or installation will fail. For example, you cannot
install Macintosh software in an OMX™, or install Windows 98
compliant software. Your OMX™ runs Microsoft Windows XP
Professional, and will only accept software that works on this
platform.
As a guideline, most current software sold at your music
supplier will work on an OMX™. It is only with older software
applications that you should practice caution during
installation. If you are uncertain whether software applications
will work in the Microsoft Windows XP environment, please
contact your software manufacturer.
Instructions for installing software are provided in the software
package you wish to install. Please read the software’s user
guide for step-by-step instructions, or visit its web site for
support.
Please be aware that there may be compatibility issues with
some third party software. Your OMX™ is extremely stable
with the software installed as shipped. Open Labs does not
recommend installing untested freeware, shareware or
firmware to your OMX™. If you have any questions about
particular software products, please contact Open Labs
support, or the software manufacturer.
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If you plan to add your own software, be sure you meet all the
following criteria:
•The software you wish to install is compatible with
Microsoft Windows XP Professional.
•The software does not conflict with software that is
already on your system. An example of this is having
two brands of anti-virus software running at the same
time.
•The software you are installing has support. Open
Labs does not support software that is not part of the
factory installation.
•Your OMX™ meets or exceeds the recommended
system requirements of the software you wish to
install.
Also ensure that you have the necessary disk space needed to
install the program.
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Open Labs has provided anti-virus software for your OMX. This
software is included, but due to potential compatibility and
performance issues with some music production software, it has
not been installed. If you plan on connecting your OMX to the
internet, we recommend that you install anti-virus software.
Please make sure that your virus definitions are updated regularly.
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Open Labs has provided a restore disk CD in the event that
you wish to return your OMX™ software to its factory shipped
configuration.
To restore your OMX™ software, reboot your OMX with the
restore disk CD in the CD drive. Then, simply follow the
instructions on the screen. Feel free to contact Open Labs
support if you have any problems.
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The insides of your OMX™ look very much like a the inside of
a computer If you have never worked with the inside of a
computer, please read this chapter carefully, and consult Open
Labs for assistance. Most of the components are delicate and
are sensitive to rough handling, static electricity and magnetic
fields. Practice these precautions before proceeding with
hardware work:
•Do not work on hardware with the OMXplugged
in.
•Always work on your OMXon a flat table-top and
not on the carpet or floor.
•Do not use excessive force on any components
within the case.
•Keep all hardware in anti-static bags until installed.
•Avoid moisture and wet surfaces.
•When in doubt, consult technical support.
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If you wish to add more onboard memory, hard disk storage, or
additional PCI boards you will need to upgrade your OMX™.
When adding new hardware, the following considerations
should be made:
All hardware should be in the Microsoft Hardware Compatibility
List for Microsoft Windows XP. If it is not, then you risk the
chance of device or system malfunction, or system corruption,
which may require system recovery.
Your hardware should comply with the TYAN motherboard
specifications. For example, use only PC2700, PC2100, and
PC1600 Registered DDR memory when you wish to upgrade
onboard memory. If you do not use specific memory for your
system, you will experience instability and perhaps even data
corruption. Ideally all memory should be from the same
manufacturer and of the same speed and type. Motherboard
specification for other onboard devices can be found in the
motherboard manuals provided or from download.
Additional hardware should not over cramp other components.
It is not recommended that you overload your OMX™ with too
many internal devices. This can cause too much heat output.
For example, connecting 4 IDE hard drives, plus 4 SATA
drives would be a bad idea. Too much heat will cause
hardware to fail.
Noise reduction should be optimized by securing all loose
cables with recommended cable-ties, or using rubber-insulated
ribbons. Ensure that no cables are brushing up against
moving fans.
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To open your OMX™, you will need to remove the screws
securing the lid. There are eight screws securing the top lid
that require a metric screwdriver to remove. Once the screws
have been removed, the lid can be lifted and be put aside.
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The motherboard is the main platform in which all OMX™
components are connected. It connects directly to PCI
devices, memory modules, processors, battery, and power
supply. Other devices connect to the motherboard via cables.
These devices include hard drives, CD-ROM drives, external
peripherals (mouse, keyboard, network cable, USB devices),
and cooling fans. Detail schematics of the motherboard can
be found in the motherboard manual provided with your
OMX™.
The standard OMX™ board, the TYAN TIGER K8W is
displayed in Appendix A of this manual. All the motherboard
connectors are clearly labeled so that you can easily identify
where the cables go. This diagram is also helpful in identifying
hardware failures. For example, if your hard drive is not
detected by your OMX™, you can check to see whether the
cable has been detached by tracing the cable from the
motherboard to the hard drive (more about Hard Drives will be
discussed later).
Perhaps the most relevant areas of this diagram are where the
PCI slots are located (for the installation of video cards, audio
cards, and DSP cards), and the DIMM 1-4 slots (for installing
additional memory). Other than the need to install additional
hard drives, the PCI slots and DIMM slots are your main areas
of future upgrades. Some software requires proprietary audio
or DSP cards to be installed in PCI slots, and it never hurts to
add more DIMMs to boost the onboard memory.
Upgrading other areas of the OMX™ can be tricky and may
require a professional technician’s assistance. Feel free to
contact Open Labs technical support for assistance in these
other areas.
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You can install additional memory (DIMMS) into your OMX™
via the DIMM slots. There are 4 DIMM slots on your
motherboard and are labeled 1 to 4.
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•Always install memory beginning with DIMM 1 slot.
•AMD Opteron processors support 64-bit (non-
interleaved) or 128-bit (interleaved) memory
configurations.
•Use Registered DDR SDRAM modules for the
OMX64™.
•(128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB, and 2GB registered
PC2700/PC2100/PC1600). Note: You can use
unregistered RAM for the p4 model (OMX™).
•All installed memory DIMMS are automatically
detected at boot-up.
•Never install memory with the power plugged in.
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When you install the memory module, make sure that it aligns
properly with the memory slot. The modules are keyed in such
a way that they can only fit in the slot with one orientation.
Two plastic latches located at the end of the memory slot need
to be opened before the memory is inserted. Once the
memory is seated into the slot correctly, the latch will close
and lock the DIMM in place. Sometimes you may need to
close the latch yourself.
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To remove DIMMS, you will need to detach the latches at the
end of the memory slot. By detaching the latches, the memory
module (DIMM) will be released.
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The OMX™ supports IDE hard drives. The IDE cable is keyed
in such a way that it will only connect to the hard drive and
motherboard one way. The power adapter also connects to
the hard drive in only one way, as the diagram below indicates:
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A standard IDE cable has three connectors. One connector is
at one end and it is usually blue and the other two connectors
are spaced closed to one another. The blue end connects to
the motherboard and the other two ends plugs into the hard
drive(s). Each cable with three connectors can connect two
hard drives to the motherboard.
On the motherboard, there are two channels to connect your
IDE cable. The black connector designates the PRIMARY IDE
channel and the white connector designates the SECONDARY
IDE channel. Since each channel may support a single IDE
cable that connects to two hard drives, the OMX™ can support
up to four IDE hard drives if both channels are used. You
should always use the PRIMARY IDE channel before you
populate the SECONDARY IDE channel.
The OMX™ also supports serial ATA (SATA) drives. There
are four SATA channels for you to connect SATA drives. You
must have SATA cables and SATA supported hard drives for
this to work.
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As mentioned earlier, it is important that the Add-in card you
wish to install in the OMX™ is compliant with your
motherboard and Microsoft Windows XP. You can check the
compatibility of your card by consulting the manufacturer’s
resources (manual and website).
Your OMX™ has a single AGP slot and 5 PCI slots. In
general, video adapter cards require the AGP slot and most
other cards can fit into a PCI slot. What slot each device
requires is clearly labeled on the packaging of the card.
In addition to the hardware adapter card, there should be
drivers associated with this particular device. A driver is
software that needs to be loaded into Windows XP in order for
it to work. Sometimes, there may be a custom software
application that needs to be loaded in addition to the hardware
driver. The application is designed for you to get the most out
of your new adapter card.
As always, it is highly recommended that you read the
hardware’s installation procedure before installing the card.
For example, your hardware may conflict with another piece of
hardware already installed, and you may need to disable that
onboard device before your new add-in will work. Reading the
installation instructions will prevent serious system problems
from occurring.
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Karsyn is a live performance workstation software application for
virtual instruments. The software is based on the product “forte”
by Brainspawn, Inc. Open Labs has modified the interface, and
updated the design to support touch screen users. Karsyn (and
forte) is designed for musicians transitioning from hardware rack-
mount rigs, and uses the concept of stackable horizontal modules.
The modules consist of a Control Module at the top, output busses
for controlling access to audio device outputs, and instrument
modules for controlling sound sources.
Below you will find basic documentation to get you started using
Karsyn. For additional information, you can view the complete
documentation for “forte” at: www.brainspawn.com.
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•Low Latency Multiple Instrument Hosting – play up to
32 virtual instruments live with mixing and routing to
multiple audio outputs.
•Performance Automation – Reconfigure virtual
instruments and MIDI routing instantly with remote
controlled “scenes.”
•Advanced MIDI Routing and Filtering – Independent
routing and filtering per MIDI input port; MIDI control of
audio effect plug-ins, MIDI Clock tempo synchronization.
•Audio Effects – Add audio effects to audio inputs,
instruments or audio buss outputs.
•Audio Thru – Process live audio input through audio
effects with very low latency.
•Virtual Set List – SceneView displays the set of
upcoming configurations in full screen view.
•Performance Features – Auto-start on boot up, auto
recovery, remote control, SceneView and other features
eliminate the need to use the keyboard and mouse during
performance.
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The top rack space is the Control Module. On the Control Module
you can:
•Turn rack power on or off. When off, Karsyn does not
consume CPU power for audio processing and closes the
audio outputs
•Load and save racks
•Add, remove, duplicate, and hide output busses
•Create and manage scenes
•Configure program options
•Rename plug-ins (open the Add Module menu and right
click to rename)
•View CPU utilization
•MIDI Panic
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On each buss you can:
•View audio levels going into the audio output device (post
buss effects) with the peak level LED
•Change the volume of all audio routed to the buss with
the buss volume fader (post buss effects.)
•Add, remove or reorder VST and DirectX audio effects
•Display the console for each VST and DirectX audio
effect
•Select an audio output device
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•Adding an output buss can be accomplished in several
ways:
•Selecting File|New|Buss menu
•Pressing [CTRL] + [INSERT] on your keyboard
•Right-clicking on the Control Module or a Module and
selecting ‘Add Audio Output Buss’
•Pressing the Buss ‘Add’ button on the Control Module
To delete the selected output buss, as indicated by the Selection
Caret, press [DELETE] on your keyboard, the Buss ‘minus’ button
on the Control Module, or right-click on the output buss and select
‘Remove’.
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Below the output busses are the instrument modules. Each
contains one VSTi or DXi instrument.
On each module you can:
•Adjust the volume of the instrument output (post effects)
•View MIDI input activity
•Display or hide the console for the instrument
•Mute or Solo the module
•Add, remove or reorder audio effects
•Display the console for audio effects
•Select an output buss
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Karsyn will only work with Instruments that have their own User
Interface.
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Adding an Instrument Module can be accomplished in several
ways:
•Select the File|New|Module menu item
•Press the [INSERT] key on your keyboard
•Right-click on the Control Module or a Module and select
‘Add Module…’
•Press the Module ‘Add’ button on the Control Module
To delete an Instrument Module, as indicated by the Selection
Caret, press [DELETE] on your keyboard, the Module “minus”
button on the Control Module, or right-click on the Instrument
Module and select ‘Remove’.
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Each instrument has its own user interface called a “Console”.
Consoles can be either displayed or hidden.
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The console may either be docked (embedded in the window
below the Instrument Module strip) or floating (shown in a
separate window).
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To float a docked console, double click on the docking handle or
single click on the float button at the top left of the console window.
To dock a floating window, double click on the title bar of the
console window.
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VST and DirectX audio effects may be inserted into either
modules or output busses.
To insert an effect, right-click on an audio effects patch point and
select the DirectX effect from the pop-up menu.
To delete an effect, right-click on the effect you wish to remove
and select ‘Remove Audio Effect’ on the pop-up menu.
You can use the up/down arrows on the right to view different
effects in the chain.
By right-clicking and opening the insert menu, you may right click
on an effect and add it to your favorites, rename it, or hide it.
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Audio inputs allow you to run audio through modules and busses.
Audio inputs are available on any instrument module in the Audio
Input Configuration tab of the console.
You may select the stereo audio input source and monitor the
input levels. Select “No Audio Input” from the input selection box
to turn off audio input.
Although some instruments will process audio input, most will not.
For this reason there is a special module you can create from the
add module menus called ‘Brainspawn Audio Input’. This module
is a module without an instrument. In the Audio Input module, the
audio is sent directly from the input to the module’s insert effects.
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WARNING: Be very careful when using audio inputs that you do
not accidentally enable an audio feedback loop!
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Advanced Performance Recovery (APR) is a performance feature
designed to provide Karsyn some additional resilience in a live
situation.
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You can change Karsyn’s preferences by selecting Options |
Preferences from the menu bar or by right-clicking on the Control
Module and selecting “Preferences.”
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Enable/Disable MIDI Input Ports – Use this list to enable or
disable MIDI input ports for use in Karsyn. If an input port is not
checked in this list, it will not be opened for input and it will not be
included in the MIDI Configurations list.
Leave MIDI ports open – If checked, Karsyn will open MIDI input
ports when started, but will not close them when rack power is
turned off. It will always close ports when exiting. When un-
checked, input ports will be closed when rack power is turned off.
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Incoming MIDI Program Changes may optionally be remapped or
disabled. If remapping is on, the program change is remapped to
a configurable list of presets. If remapping is off, the program
change is sent directly to the instrument which may or may not
respond by changing its internal preset. The list can be of any
length up to 128 entries.
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Additionally, MIDI Program Changes can be ignored. When
checked, program change messages are not remapped or passed
to the instrument.
The remap is:
Output Program = Input Program MODULO number of Entries
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You may configure an instrument to respond to only a subset of
the entire 128 note MIDI keyboard. To do this, click the mouse in
the keyboard graphic. The disabled upper and lower ranges will
be displayed in grey. You may change the upper and lower
ranges a note at a time by clicking the up/down arrow buttons for
each.
Training is a convenient way to automatically set the upper and
lower ranges. Press [Train] and a message will show “Training…”
Now simply press two notes (simultaneously or one after another)
on your MIDI input device. The instrument module must not be
muted, and the rack power must be on for training to succeed.
The MIDI keys that lie within the enabled range are then
transposed by the amount shown in the transpose box.
Press Reset to enable the entire keyboard.
Key Range and Transpose are MIDI input port-specific. You will
have as many ranges and transpose settings as you have input
ports. Highlight the input port at the left to display and change the
configuration on the right.
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Incoming MIDI data such as notes or controllers that are “per-
channel” may be remapped to a different channel or disabled.
Remapping can be useful if the instrument supports only
certain channels (e.g. only channel 1) or if you wish to do
complex routing of multiple MIDI input devices. Disabling can
be useful if you have one controller split between multiple
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