Yamaha M7CL-48 User manual

M7CL Quick Start Guide Part 1
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Part 1
An introductory guide to the M7CL group of consoles including features
included in Version 3 Firmware and the M7CL-48ES hardware.
These guides are for people about to use the
M7CL for the first time, or for experienced
users requiring some tips and tricks for better
understanding of M7CL and its PC based
software partner the M7CL editor.
Quick Start Guide
A guide for people using M7CL Version 3 in the real world.

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Table of Contents
A quick guide to the M7CL hardware versions ............3
M7CL related hardware ............4
Preparing the console before you start ............5
Scene 000 or Initialization? ............5
Getting sound from M7CL-48/32 in 10 easy steps ............6
Getting sound from M7CL-48ES and SB168-ES in 2 easy stages ............7
The Basics; ............8
Accessing the channel ......8
Changing the channel parameters. HA popup; +48V. ......9
Channel parameter pop-ups. From Overview .....10
Channel parameter pop-ups. From Single Channel View .....11
Sends on fader; an easy way of mixing Mix Groups/auxiliaries.
(Monitor, Effect or Matrix Sends) .....12
Channel parameter pop-ups. The ATT/HPF/EQ pop-up in detail ...........13
Naming Channels ...........14
Patching, routing channels. How to change a patch ...........15
Patching, routing channels. The default Patch, Scene 000 ...........16
Mix outputs; selecting aux/sub group, pre/post fade,
send point etc ...........17
Matrix outputs; routing, features ...........18
Trouble shooting ideas ...........19
M7CL Quick Start Guides.
The M7CL Quick Start Guide is in multiple parts. It is available as a download from www.yamahaproaudio.com in
the “Self Training” area. Also available is the revised M7CL Short-cuts and Tips List.
Part 1 is an introduction to the M7CL and its variations and goes on to describe the basic operations of the con-
sole to the level of a similar featured analogue console.
Part 2 introduces the extra features provided only by digital consoles; the internal effects rack package and the
basic use of scenes to store and recall parameters.
Part 3 looks at scene memory use in more detail and the connection of the PC based software for remote control
and setup; Studio Manager and M7CL Editor.
M7CL-48ES users may also wish to look at Yamaha’s EtherSound Setup Guide. This explains the basic principals of
designing an EtherSound network.

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A quick guide to the M7CL hardware versions.
There are three different hardware versions. They look and work the same way in operation, but offer different
numbers of channels and locations for the mic inputs.
M7CL-48
M7CL-32
M7CL-48ES
M7CL-48 has 48 mono channels with mic preamps on
the rear panel. There are also four stereo channels
with identical mic pre-amps on the rear. There are 16
Omni output XLRs on the rear. (An Omni output is one
that can be patched to different output channels by the
user.)
M7CL-32 has 32 mono channels with mic preamps on
the rear panel. There are also four stereo channels
with identical mic pre-amps on the rear. There are 16
Omni output XLRs on the rear. (An Omni output is one
that can be patched to different output channels by the
user.)
M7CL-48ES has the same 48 mono channels and four
stereo channels as M7CL-48 but only 8 mic pre-amps
and 8 Omni output XLRs on the rear. To connect more
microphones, remote mic input stage boxes such as
SB168-ES should be added. These are daisy chain
connected via Cat5e cable. The connection system uses
EtherSound protocol and M7CL-48ES has EtherSound
ports on the rear panel. The EtherSound ports are not
found as standard on the other, non-ES, models.
M7CL-48ES uses an innovative Auto Configure mode for
easy setup in the standard configuration.
Note;
Note; You can find background information to EtherSound connectivity as a download from Yamaha’s
www.yamahaproaudio.com Self Training area. Look for Networked Audio>> EtherSound Setup Guide.

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M7CL-48 and M7CL-32 are “all in one box” digital mixers that require no setup and no additional units before use.
They differ only in the number of available inputs. M7CL-48ES requires connection to external HA (Head Amps)
before use and we recommend SB168-ES, but other EtherSound compatible HA are also possible like Yamaha AD8HR
connected to NAI48-ES EtherSound interface. The basic setup of M7CL-48ES with SB168-ES is extremely straightfor-
ward and is dealt with on page 5. When setup, M7CL-48ES behaves just like an M7CL-48, with only few differences.
This guide will use M7CL-48 as its example and only refer to the other versions where the differences are relevant.
And don’t forget the PC software; Studio Manager and M7CL Editor.
SB168-ES
SB168-ES is a dedicated EtherSound remote mic preamp and
AD convertor ideal for use with M7CL48-ES consoles. The
preamp design and sound is very similar to the M7CL inter-
nal preamps.
It can be connected directly to M7CL-48ES with Cat5e. If
the front panel dipswitches are set correctly the combina-
tion of M7CL-48ES and multiple SB168-ES will auto configure
themselves to provide extra remote mic preamps patched
to and controlled by the 48 channels in the console. There
is no need for AVS ES Monitor, the PC based patching pro-
gram
PW800W
MBM7CL
LA1L
PW800W is an optional external
redundant power supply.
MBM7CL is the meterbridge part.
Although an optional extra, most
consoles are supplied with this.
LA1L is Yamaha’s LED gooseneck
lamp. LED lamps have a long
reliable bulb life and white light.
M7CL related hardware
USB memory USB memory devices are used to
transfer or “back-up” data on the
M7CL. Yamaha do not manufacture
these, but they are widely avail-
able from many manufacturers and
computer stores.
Tip;
Tip; When choosing a storage device remember that; M7CL is USB1.1 compliant, so both USB1.1 and USB2.0
will work. Storage capacity must not exceed 16 GB. The drive can be formatted to FAT12 FAT16 or FAT32 but
must not be partitioned. You can format a new drive in M7CL, but remember formatting a drive erases all its
memories. Most USB memory devices work, but Yamaha have a list of tested ones on www.yamahapropaudio.com
(Downloads>Technical Documents & Data> Utilities and Data> Mixers)
MY (Mini-
YGDAI) cards
M7CL is compatible with most
MY16/8/4 series cards. MY cards
offer alternative format input
and extra alternative outputs.
Add MY cards if you want more
than 16 outputs or for multi-
track recording. Check www.yamahaproaudio.com for the full
range of MY cards.

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Scene 000 or Initialization?
Before working on an analogue console it is customary to check that the console has been “set to zero”. This
normally means setting the gain to minimum, the EQ to flat, auxes to flat, group routing de-selected, insert points
switched off, etc. Look at and check upwards of 1000 knobs! Because M7CL can memorise its settings, Yamaha have
provided a handy memorised scene (Scene000) where the console is set to zero ready to start at the touch of a
button.
Scene 000
To recall Scene 000 press the up/down keys until SCENE
000 flashes in the [Scene Panel]. Then press [RECALL]
Preparing the console before you start.
However certain features of M7CL are not under scene control. For example word clock settings, Outport settings
and User Defined Keys are not recalled by scene control. Also, as we will explore in later parts of the User Guide
various things normally controlled by scenes can be actively removed from scene control. This can mean that
recalling Scene 000 does not “set to zero” as expected. Returning the whole console to factory default setting is
called “Initialization” and this is recommended when starting a completely new project.
Note;
Note; Initialization removes all user settings from the console and so should only be done if any valuable
user data on the console is backed up. (To a USB memory key or Studio Manager/M7CL Editor file on a PC).
Tip;
Tip; Users, particularly in fixed installs, may wish to create their own “Session Starting Point” saved to a
USB key rather than using the factory default. This “Session Starting Point” could include correct port delays
and output patching.
Not included in Scene recall. (So not reset by Scene 000)
but still remembered for all scenes.
User defined keys
Preferences
Brightness controls
OUTPORT delay and level settings
MIDI setup
Wordclock
Master +48V
CUE Pop-up; PFL trim ins, DCA trim, PFL trim Outs
Monitor Pop-up; (levels, source on/off, mono, link)
Oscillator (all parameters)
Safe assignments (mute, recall)
Passwords/Admin/guest settings
Screen page or pop-up
Sends on fader selected
Metering point selection
External HA to Slot assignment and HPF.
User Access Level
Network settings
Clock!!
Slots and MY Card settings
User Libraries
EQ/HPF, (User and ROM)
Dynamics (not key-in), (User and ROM)
GEQ, (User only)
Effects (User and ROM)
Check your console firmware version.
This guide relates to M7CL Version 3 console firmware. If you
have older firmware we recommend an upgrade to version 3. The
firmware can be freely downloaded from www.yamahaproaudio.
com>>Downloads.
V3.xx
V3.xx

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Initialization
To initialize the console power up whilst holding down the Scene [STORE] button. Keep holding the [STORE] button
until the screen shows a pop-up with an invitation to Initialize all memories. After confirming the initialization exit
to the normal boot up sequence.
Power on,
holding
[STORE]
Getting sound from M7CL-32/48 in 10 easy steps.
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1 Connect a mic or other source (CD
etc) to a chosen input (eg 1)
2 Connect your main L&R to the Out-
puts 15(L) and 16(R). (7 and 8 for
M7CL-48ES).
3 Press the blue [SEL] button to select
the channel and assign the encoders.
4 Turn the HA or Headamp gain encoder
to set the gain using the channel meter.
5 Keep the signal below the red “OVER”
at all times.
6 Check the channel is ON and 7 push
up the fader.
8 Check the Stereo master (pink) chan-
nel is turned ON and 9 push up the
fader.
10 You should have sound at your
outputs. If not, check the trouble
shooting ideas on page 19!

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Getting sound from M7CL-48ES and SB168-ES in 2 easy stages!
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2. Set the 1,2,3 dip switches on
the SB168-ES front panels accord-
ing to the chart below. Dip1 for
Ch 1-16, Dip 2 for Ch 17-32 and
Dip 3 for 33-48. This gives the
boxes their identity; ID# 1 is 1-16
ID# 2 is 17-32 ID# 3 is 33-48.
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4. Power up the units (any order)
and the Auto Configure will use
EtherSound to patch the stage
boxes to the console.
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M7CL-48ES back panel. SB168-ES front panel.
Stage 1. Setup the system. M7CL-48ES needs to be combined with extra EtherSound compatible HA
inputs. We recommend SB168-ES; they contain similar HA units and are designed to integrate with M7CL-48ES.
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3. Set the 7,8 dip switches accord-
ing to the chart; Dip 7 for the ID#1
and ID#2 box, but dip 8 for ID#3.
Even if you daisy chain the boxes
in a different order; still dip 8 for
ID#3. This tells the boxes which is
the highest number in the setup.
With the dipswitches set as shown below the combina-
tion of M7CL-48ES and SB168-ES will AUTO CONFIGURE
the EtherSound network in daisy chain mode. NO PC
is required. In AUTO CONFIGURE mode the EtherSound
patching is locked, if you wish to make changes or in-
corporate other EtherSound devices, use AVS-ES Monitor
from AuviTran.
You can AUTO CONFIGURE in Ring Mode too for cable re-
dundancy. In Ring mode set dip switches 5 and 6 instead
of 7 and 8.
Note;
Note; If a ring setup is preferred use dipswitch 5 for ID#1
and #2 and dip 6 for ID#3. Set the AUTO CONFIGURE button
to RING on the EXT-ES HA page in the RACK.)
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1. Before powering up the
M7CL-ES and SB168s, connect
the EtherSound OUT of the
M7CL-48ES to the EtherSound
IN port of the first SB168-ES
and then daisy chain two
more SB168-ES using Cat5e.
Note;
Note; If a ring setup is
preferred connect the last
stage box back to the IN port
of the console, but be sure
RING is selected on the RACK
EXT-ES HA page.
No. of Unit ID #1 ID #2 ID #3
3 1&7 2&7 3&8
21&72&8
11&8
31&52&53&6
21&52&6
11&6
Please set switch before power on.
Daisy
Chain
Ring
Stage 2. Get the sound out! The setup Stage 1 is complete. Stage 2 is to follow the Getting sound
from M7CL-48/32 in 10 easy steps! (Page 6)

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Accessing the channel.
M7CL is an all digital mixer designed to be as easy to use as an analogue mixer. Obviously the way mix parameters
are changed is different to an analogue mixer but it needn’t be any more difficult.
The Basics;
A channel strip, with a fader, meter and buttons is present on the surface for all input channels all the time.
There is not enough space to have a knob for every function present for all channels so just one channel of control
encoders is used. Press the blue [SEL] button to assign the channel encoders to the channel you want.
To gain a broader channel view and operate other channel settings the channel must be selected to the
Centralogic™ section. Either select eight channel or single channel view.
[SEL]Select Keys
Navigation Keys
Eight Channel View Single Channel View
Pressing one of the navigation keys will bring the eight
channel overview to the screen. From here you can see
channel settings and levels.
Press [SEL] to select a channel. Now the rotary encod-
ers will operate the selected channel.
To view the value of the encoders, “push click” any of
them. This will bring up the single channel view.
“Push Click”any SEL en-
“Push Click”any SEL en-
coder for single CH view
coder for single CH view
Navigation key for eight
Navigation key for eight
channel view
channel view

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Changing the channel parameters. HA popup; +48V.
Once you have assigned channels either to an eight or single channel view you can begin to modify their param-
eters. There is no need to enter menu systems for most basic parameters found on analogue consoles.
The Basics;
From the eight channel overview screen parameters
can be adjusted using the eight encoders below the
screen. Just touch the row of screen knobs (HA or Mix
send) and turn the corresponding encoder.
From the single channel view you can see the effect of
changing any of the encoders to the left of the screen.
To get more detail of a particular parameter just touch the screen again. From either main screen press the feature
you require (for example HA control) and a pop-up will appear.
Press
Press
Press
Press
To close pop-ups press the [X].
Tip;
Tip; Or press anywhere
outside the pop-up in the
grey area.
Touch the screen in the same way to access pop-ups for; Insert and Direct send, EQ and Attenuator, Dynamics 1 and
2, Mix Send, Pan/LCR routing, DCA and Mute group, Name/Icon/Patch, Recall Safe, etc.
From the HA/PATCH pop-up you can still
adjust HA gain but now you can also add
+48V phantom and change polarity Ø.
You can go to the NAME/PATCH pop-up
or using the tabs below see overviews
of eight or all channel HA details.
Tip;
Tip; There is a +48V master switch
on the SETUP page. If condenser mics
don’t work check the master switch!

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Channel parameter pop-ups. From Overview.
From the eight channel view you can access all the channel parameter pop-ups and use the encoders below to make
parameter changes. Just press the relevant area of the screen.
The Basics;
PRESS
Use the encoders below the screen to
operate the highlighted knobs on the
screen.
Tip;
Tip; Try turning the knob whilst push-
ing to get ‘fine resolution’.