Toa 9000M2 Series User manual

Everything You
(Really) Wanted to Know
About the 9000M2 Series
A User’s Guide
Rev 1.1

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July, 2010
How To Use This Guide
First, congratulations on your choice of the TOA 9000M2 Series of Modular Mixer /
Amplifiers. The 9000M2 Series is an evolutionary development in the critically-acclaimed 9000
Series and is one of the most versatile and cost-effective audio products available, designed to
function in a myriad of mixing, paging and room-combining applications. However, as with
many DSP-based products currently available, the 9000M2 Series does have a reasonable
learning curve. This guide is not a substitute for operations manuals, but should be used in
conjunction with them. It is being presented as a means of illuminating systems designers and
installers, as well as end-users with a better understanding of how to make the most of the
9000M2 Series’ potential. In short, it is designed to be your 9000M2 Series “survival kit”. This
will be a simple, concise guide on to how to configure, program and operate your 9000M2
Series unit. If you’re reading this, perhaps it means you’ve tried sifting through chapters in the
manual, spent countless hours staring at the front panel (or GUI) display and now you’re
engaged in pulling out hair follicles. You’re probably just looking for some real-world answers
to your questions. In this guide, we will explore (and answer) those questions together.
The Table of Contents is set up to easily find information about the 9000M2 by topic and by
related questions.
Occasionally, there will be footnotes or vital information denoted by:
*
or by

Please pay special attention to these, as they are meant to save you from confusion and
unnecessary aggravation.
This guide is also intended to be a “living”document. As questions and challenges arise from
installers and users alike, we will amend this guide to reflect them.
Lastly, there are links to various other resources at the end, which if used in conjunction with
this guide, should make working with 9000M2 Series more productive.
Well, let’s go to it!

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Table of Contents
What's Changed- Original 9000 vs. 9000M2…………………
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1.
a.
What comes supplied with my 9000 Series unit?……………………...................
6
b.
What state is the 9000 when first powered on?………………….…………...…..….
6
c.
What function does each module perform?................................................................
7
d.
What modules go where?....................................................................................................
9
e.
How canItellwhich modules are installed if the 9000M2 is racked?..........
10
f.
What DSP functions are available ineachmodule?...............................................
11
g.
Whendo Iuse this module?................................................................................
12
h.
What if Ineed more inputs or outputs?..............................................................
12
i.
What are the PRE OUT& AMP INconnections used for?..............................
12
2. Getting Around the Front Panel Controls
a.
What do these buttons do?…………………………………………………..….……..
13
b.
What do these indications on the displaymean?................................................
13
c.
How do Iedit settings from the front panel?..................................................................
14
3. Operating Layers (Read this…..REALLY!)
a.
What's the difference betweenthe Scene & Paging memories?......................................................
15
b.
How does operationof these two layers differ?.........................................................
15
c.
How do Isave a Configurationto myPC?.............................................................
16
4. Programming From the GUI
a. How do IGet Started? 17
Installing the GUISoftware 17
STEP 1. Start Menu 17
STEP 2. Initial Setup Wizard-Module setup 18
STEP 3. Initial Setup Wizard-Remote setup (1) 19
STEP 4. Initial Setup Wizard-Remote setup (2) 20
b.
Mainframe Configuration Setting View…………………………………………
21
c.
Scene Memory View…………...…………………………………………....……….
22
d.
Volume Setting View..............................................................................................
23
e.
EQ Setting View……………………………………….…………………….…...
24
f.
Compressor Settings View.....................................................................................
25
g.
Gate/NOM Setting View………………………………………………………….
26
h.
Output Assignment View…………………………………………………………
27
i.
Delay Setting View……………………………………………………………….
28
5. Paging Settings
How do Iset the 9000M2 for priority paging? 29
a. Input Paging PrioritySetting 29
b. Paging Volume Setting 30
c. Paging Settings 31
d. How do Iprogram a Paging Event from the front panel? 32
Subject
Page
Hardware Configuration (modules, accessories, etc.)

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c.
Howdo Iprotect the 9000M2 from tampering?............................................ 35
d.
What to do if I’ve forgotten my security password?........................................................
35
e.
Howdo Iupdate the firmware onthe 9000 unit?........................................................
35
f.
Howcan Igenerate a configurationchartto distribute to field techs?...... 36
7.
Controlling the 9000 Series
a.
Howdo Icontrol the 9000 Series from the front panel? ...........................................
37
b.
Howdo Icontrol the 9000 Series using Remote Volume inputs? ..............................
37
c.
Howdo Iconnect the ZM Serial Remotes?........................................................
39
d.
Howdo Isetthe ZM Remotes to controlchannel volume?..................................
40
e.
Howdo Isetthe ZM Remotes to change Scene Memory?..................................
40
f.
Howdo Isetup a ZM Remote to select Program Sources?............................
41
g.
Howdo Isetthe ZM Remotes to Initiate Paging?.............................................
42
h.
Howdo Isetup a ZM Remote to activate Control Outputs?...................... 42
i. Canthe ZM buttons select the source controlled bythe volume knob?.... 42
j.
Howdo Icontrol the 9000M2 Series using Serial Control?..........................
43
k.
Howdo Icontrol the 9000M2 Series using Contact Closures?.............................
43
1
Control In Settings Page……………………………………………..
43
2
Control Out Settings Page……………………………………………….
44
l.
Howcan Icheck the contact closure functions without switches?...................
45
8. Paging with the ZP-001T
a.
Howdo Iperformpaging using the ZP-001T?.........................................................
46
b.
Howdo Idetermine whento use Paging Portor Ring Signal Mode?.........................................................
48
c.
Howdo IaccomplishZone Paging if Ionlyhave one output?....................................
49
9. Ambient Noise Control with the AN-001T
a. How does the AN-001Twork to compensate for ambient noise?................45
50
b. What settings should Iuse forthe AN-001T?......................................................46
51
10. Miscellaneous
a. How do Itrouble shoot the 9000 Series?...................................................................51
53
b. What Happens If Iunplug the power cord or power is lost?......................................51
54
c. What do the error messages mean?.......................................................................52
54
d. Block Diagram………………………………………………………………. 55
e.
Signal Flow Diagram……………………………………………………………….…….
55
fNOM Table………………………………………………………………… 56
g.
Where canIfind additional 9000M2 Series Support Resources?.................
57
11. Glossary of Terms…………………………………………………..……...…
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What’s changed?
What are the differences between the original 9000 and the 9000M2?
Fundamentally, the hardware remains the same. Except for the new orange logo on the front panel, the
two units look virtually identical. However, we’ve made some less visible, yet dramatic improvements
inside.
First, the independent operating modes (Mixer/Matrix) in the original 9000 Series are gone (as is the
mode switch on the back panel). The functions of these two modes are now combined in a single,
streamlined operating system. It is now possible for the 9000M2 to perform mixing/scene-based tasks
and priority paging functions simultaneously. The BGM distribution functions have now been assigned
to the new remote controls, since these functions will mostly be accessed by wall-panel controllers.
Second, the GUI software has been refined for easier, more user-friendly navigation. There are setup
wizard functions to take you through the process of hardware selection, remote assignments, etc… and
no more “pages on top of pages” view. Everything is visible all the time, in a multi-window environment.
The PC connection speed has also been dramatically sped up for faster upload and download of setup
data. Even the firmware update tools are built into the GUI software. Other small tweaks have been
added to make the GUI interface easier to work with.
Lastly, the compliment of remote controllers has been expanded to accommodate virtually any situation.
The 9000M2 can now take full advantage of its multi-zone ability with the use of up to 16 assignable
remote controllers (one for every input and output). These will provide the same non-disruptive control
of source broadcasting as Matrix mode, but in a much more flexible and efficient manner. These will
now make it possible to effectively design multi-zone & room-combining systems.
Note: Programming files (.mtx or .mix) from the 9000 will not work with the 9000M2, nor can
the files from the 9000M2 work with the original 9000. They are different operating systems and
there are many changes. Also, the 9000 cannot be upgraded to a 9000M2. However, the original
I/O modules and remotes are still usable with the 9000M2.
9000 Series
9000M2 Series
Number of Presets
32 Scenes or 32 events
32 Scenes + 32 events
Number of Modes
Mixer / Matrix
Mixer
Paging Priorities
8(7 + BGM)
4(3 + BGM)
Max # of Remote
Controllers
4 (using main frame +
C-001T)
20 (using mainframe, C-
001T & RC-001T)
Displays speaker EQ
No
Yes
ZP-001T Modes
One
Three
Programming
Standard GUI
Enhanced Multi-view
GUI
Usable Remote Types
3: ZM-9001, ZM09002,
ZM-9003
7: ZM-9001, ZM09002,
ZM-9003, ZM-9011,
ZM-9012, ZM-9013,
ZM-9014

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1. Hardware Configuration
Out of the Box:
a. What Comes Supplied With My 9000M2 Series Unit?
Generally, ALL 9000M2 Series mixers are packaged with the following
accessories:
IEC Power cord
14-conductor removable control block connector (for Volume 1-
2 & control In/Out 1-4)…
Rack-mount ears (Yey!)
Blank panels for all module slots except for module slot #1.
CD-ROM containing operations manuals (pdf) plus GUI programming software.
5 Year US Warranty
There are additional phoenix connectors provided as well. However, these may
vary slightly by model:
oM9000M2: (2) 3-conductor Phoenix connectors (for
Channels 1 & 2 balanced line outputs………...................
oA-9060DHM2, 9120DHM2: (1) 4-conductor phoenix
connector (for Channels 1 & 2 speaker outputs)
Pre-Out/Amp In (RCA)……………………………………
oA-9060SM2, 9120SM2: (1) 3-conductor Phoenix
connector (Channel 2 line output)…………………….…
(1) 7-conductor phoenix connector (Channel 1 Speaker
output), (1) Pre-Out/Amp-In (RCA)……………………………………..
*If your speakers are connected to the 70V, 25V or 8 ohm terminal, be sure the
supplied jumper wire is connected to the 4 ohm direct and trans-in terminals.
oA-9240SHM2: (1) 3-conductor Phoenix connector
(Channel 2 line output)……………………………………
(1) 4-conductor phoenix connector (Channel 1 Speaker
output), (1) Pre-Out/Amp In (RCA)…………………………………...
b. What State is the 9000M2 Series in when it is first Powered On?
Currently, the 9000M2 Series in all its forms comes out of the box with all inputs
set to (-) priority (basically, no priority-all sources mixed) feeding all outputs (how
many depending on which modules are installed). This enables you to test the
audio through-put (all sources and all zones) without the need for programming.
Once audio has been verified, you can proceed to program the unit for your
particular needs.
Vol 1
Vol 2
Cont In 1
Cont In 2
Cont In 3
Cont In 4
Cont Out 1
Cont Out 2
Cont Out 3
Cont Out 4

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c. What function does each module perform?
D-001T Dual Mic/Line Input Module with DSP
1. Two Balanced Mic / Line Inputs
2. Digital Signal Processing:10-Band Parametric EQ , Bass / Treble,
Loudness, High and Low Pass Filters, Compressor, Adjustable
Sensitivity (mic/line) Phantom Power (24 VDC)
3. Removable Terminal Block
Required for VOX (Voice-Operated Switch) function and input
signal level metering
D-001R Dual Line Input Module with DSP
4. Two Unbalanced Line Inputs
5. Digital Signal Processing:10-Band Parametric EQ, Bass / Treble,
Loudness, High and Low Pass Filters, Compressor, Adjustable
Sensitivity
6. Dual summing RCA connectors
Required for VOX (Voice-Operated Switch) function and input
signal level metering
AN-001T Ambient Noise Control Module
Automatically adjusts output gain to compensate for changes in
ambient noise level
Each input can be assigned to control a specific output
Two inputs with +24VDC phantom power for condenser mics
14 preset gain ratios
Accessory sensing microphone available, model AN-9001
ZP-001T Telephone Paging Module
Telephone Access Paging to up to eight zones
Uses DTMF dialing to access amplifier and/or line outputs
Dial up to eight output zones in one operation
Analog Extension or Page Port compatible
Page port operation requires contact closure activation and DTMF
signal pass-through
RJ-11 Telephone Jack and Removable Terminal Blocks
T-001T Dual Line Output Module
1. Two Balanced Line Outputs
2. Digital Signal Processing:10-Band Parametric EQ, Bass / Treble,
Loudness, High and Low Pass Filters, Compressor, TOA speaker
EQ presets, Delay
3. Removable Terminal Block
4. Output signal metering

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C-001T Input / Output Control Module
Eight assignable control inputs for activating Event/Scene, Volume
Up/Down (Input or Output), Mute (Input or Output), Power On/Off,
Emergency Mute or Synch On/Off
Eight assignable control outputs for activating external devices
Adds control Inputs/Outputs #5 through #12
Removable Terminal Block
RC-001T Serial Remote Control Module
Allows use of up to 16 RS-485 remote control panels
Bi-directional RS-485 communication provides control and status
feedback display for each remote function
Dual ports allows independent home runs for up to 8 modules each
24 VDC power adapter (optional AD-246) required for each port
used
May be used in any control option slot on 9000M2 frame and even
in addition to a C-001T when spare slots are available
900 Series Modules
NOTE:
Various Input, Output and special function modules designed for
the BG, 700 & 900 Series will also work with the 9000M2 Series.
However, the operation of many of these modules may be limited
as follows:
Input & Output modules do NOT provide the DSP features, VOX,
metering capability and are not in a two-channel configuration like
the 9000M2 modules. They will provide audio and those that have
local remote and/or mute-send/receive functions will operate in that
way. Except for volume, no settings from these modules can be
programmed using the 9000M2’s software or front panel controls.
Special function modules, such as tone generators, message
repeaters, etc…, will output audio to the mixer and will have level
adjustment and may be routed to any desired outputs. *Please refer
to the 900 Series Module Guide for more details.
Other Accessories:
AN-9001 Ambient Noise-Sensing Microphone
Up to 2 may be used with each AN-001T module
Omni-directional condenser type mic element
24VDC phantom power operation (provided by AN-001T)
Single-gang box for easy mounting
Removable 3-wire phoenix connector
Low-profile, easily removable cover plate
Each of up to (4) AN-9001s may be assigned to sense/control a
separate zone or several may be assigned to control a single zone.

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d. Which Modules Go Where?
RC-001T C-001T 900 T-001T 900 ZP-001T AN-001T D-001R D-001T
8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
First open Slot after ALL others:
1. RC-001T
2. C-001T
1. Max of each
2. Both may be used if two slots are available
Slots 5-7:
3. T-001T (ALWAYS starting from Slot # 5)
1. Max of 
4. 900 Series (After 9000M2 Series)
1. Up to 900 modules
Slots 1-4:
D-001T : Max of 
D-001R: Max of 
AN-001T: Max of 
ZP-001T (after D / R / AN): Max of 
900 Series (after 9000M2 Series)
Up to 900 Series modules
Either D or AN modules may be ordered in
any way starting from Slot 1-up to four total
Up to (4) S-20S message repeater modules may be loaded into current versions of
the 9000M2 Series.
AN-001T, ZP-001T & 900 Modules each take one slot, replacing two Mic/Line Inputs.

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“D” modules should be grouped together and not alternated with “AN” modules.
The best way to determine module slot configuration is to use the 9000M2 Series GUI
Software on your PC. The software will not permit “illegal” module configurations. The
hardware and software configurations must match.
900 Series Modules: The following 900 Series modules are available and will work in any of
the 9000M2 Series Module Slots (after 9000 modules). Please refer to the 900 Series Module
Guide for more detail:
Input: Mic- ML-11T, M-01S/F/M/P, M11S, M-41S, M-51S/F, M-61S/F, M-03P, M-21S
Input: Line - ML-11T, B-01S/F, L-01S/F, U-01S/F, U-01P/R, U-03S/R, B11S, L-11S, U-
11S/R, U-12S, U-13S/R, U-14R, B-21S, U-21S, B-41S, L-41S, U-43S/R, U61S
Line Output - T-01S, T-02S, T-12S
Special - S-01S, S-02S, S-04S, S-20S, V-01S (*E Series equalizer modules are not
required, since the 9000M2 Series outputs include the EQ presets for these speakers).
e. How can I tell which modules are installed if the 9000M2 is racked?
Enter the UTILITY menu and using the /arrows, locate the MODULES page. Then, press
the arrow, the display will show SLOT # and module type. Use the PARAMETER knob to
scroll through the SLOT positions to see which module is installed. If 900 Series modules are
installed, these will simply display as “900”, but will not indicate which type.
RC-001T
Remote
Module