Yamaha LS9 Editor User manual

LS9 StageMix User Guide
Welcome:
Thank you for downloading the “LS9 StageMix” iPad app for the Yamaha LS9-16 and
LS9-32 digital mixing consoles.
StageMix provides remote control of LS9 functions via a simple, intuitive
graphical interface from anywhere within wireless range. The software has
been specifically designed to allow engineers to adjust monitor mixes from
the performers’ positions on stage, directly controlling mix parameters via the
iPad rather than having to rely on verbal directions to a second engineer.
The result is better mixes in less time: a huge advantage during high-pressure
pre-show setup. StageMix does not provide remote control of all LS9
parameters, but is focused on the requirements for adjusting monitor mixes on
stage.

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CONTENTS
Page
1.0 System Requirements 4
2.0WiFiSettings 4
3.0 Getting Started 5
3.1 LS9 Network Setup 5
3.2 iPad WiFi Settings 5
3.3 StageMix Setup 6
3.3.1 OFFLINE DEMO Mode 7
3.3.2 Configure StageMix to Work with an LS9 7
3.3.3 Select a Mixer and Begin Working 8
4.0 StageMix Operation 9
4.1 Mixer Window 9
4.1.1 Channel Bank Navigation 9
4.1.2 Layer Navigation 9
4.1.3 Channel Names and Colors 10
4.1.4 Faders 10
4.1.5 Channel ON 10
4.1.6 CUE 11
4.1.7 Master Bank 11
4.2 SETUP 12
4.2.1 Fader Delay 12
4.2.2 Filled EQ Graph 12
4.2.3 Set EQ band to 0dB with Double-Tap 12
4.2.4 Channel Select – StageMix Follows Console 12
4.2.5 Channel Select – Console Follows StageMix 12
4.3 Long Faders 13
4.4 SENDS ON FADERS 14
4.4.1 Mix Sends ON 15
4.5 EQ Editing 16
4.6 Parametric EQ Editing Screen 17
4.6.1 HPF 18
4.6.2 EQ Bands 1 & 4 19
4.6.3 EQ ON 19
4.6.4 EQ FLAT, EQ DEFAULT 19
4.7 Graphic EQ Editing Screen 20
4.7.1 Navigation in the GEQ Overview Section 20
4.7.2 Rack Position 20
4.7.3 GEQ Type 21
4.7.4 Editing GEQ Bands 21
4.7.5 Navigation in the GEQ Editing Section 21
4.7.6 GEQ ON 21
4.7.7 GEQ FLAT 21
4.7.8 Copy/Paste 21

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5.0 Troubleshooting 22
5.1 No Wi-Fi Available 22
5.2 Connection Error 22
5.3 Connection Lost 23
5.4 Graphic EQ Doesn’t Affect the Sound 23
5.5 Problems Moving Multiple Faders 24
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1.0 System Requirements
•Apple iPad (any model)
•Yamaha LS916 or LS9-32 digital mixing console
•WiFi access point (preferably with 802.11n, 5GHz capability, though 2.4GHz
and 802.11g will also work)
•CAT5 cable (to connect LS9 to WiFi access point)
2.0 WiFi Settings
Configure the WiFi access point, following the manufacturer’s instructions. No
special settings are needed, but using security such as WPA is highly recommended,
to prevent unwanted devices from joining the network. Here are some suggested
settings to assist less experienced WiFi users:
1. Give the wireless network a name (this is the “SSID”).
2. Choose a security mode (such as WPA) and password.
3. Select the wireless mode (802.11g or n).
4. In the case of “n”, select the wireless band (2.4 or 5GHz).
5. If available, enable “Auto Channel Selection” so the wireless channel with the
least interference will be selected.
802.11n networks at 5GHz are preferred because they allow faster communication
between the iPad and the WiFi access point. Practically, this could result in more
accurate level metering with the StageMix app. Also, with 802.11n being a new
standard, it is less prone to interference from other wireless networks. Using a WiFi
access point with 2 or more external aerials is recommended to increase potential
signal range. Booster aerials could be connected for a further increase in
performance.

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3.0 Getting Started
3.1 LS9 Network Setup
I. Connect the WiFi access point to the LS9’s network port via a CAT5 cable.
Note that a cross-over cable will be needed with older access points that don’t
have the “auto MDIX” function. Most recent devices will support “auto MDIX”,
in which case a straight CAT5 cable can be used.
II. Note the IP address and MAC address of the LS9 - they will need to be
entered into the iPad later. They can be found in the console as follows:
Press the [SETUP] button on the LS9 to access the MISC SETUP screen
3.2 iPad WiFi Settings
The iPad needs to be given a static IP address in the same range as the LS9’s
IP Address.
a. Open the iPad “Settings” menu
b. Select “Wi-Fi”, and choose the correct network
c. Press the blue circle with the white arrow to the right of the selected
network to edit the IP address.

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d. Select [Static].
e. Write an IP Address similar to the one for the LS9, but with just the last
number different. (For example, if LS9 is 192.168.0.128, give an
address to the iPad such as 192.168.0.127).
f. Enter “255.255.255.0” for the Subnet Mask.
g. Press the iPad’s Home button to exit the Settings menu.
3.3 StageMix Setup
Launch the “LS9 StageMix” App
The “Select Mixer” screen will appear. From this screen, you can do any of
the following things:
•Access the OFFLINE DEMO mode to explore the features and user
interface of LS9 StageMix.
•Configure StageMix to work with an LS9 console.
•Select an LS9 console that has already been configured to work with your
iPad and begin using StageMix.

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3.3.1 OFFLINE DEMO
If [OFFLINE DEMO] is pressed in the “Select Mixer” screen, all the functions of
StageMix will operate independently of any mixing console. It is a useful way
to demonstrate and learn how to use the app without the need for a mixer.
Level meters will not work in this mode.
3.3.2 Configure StageMix to Work with an LS9
i. Press [ADD MIXER] to open the following screen:
ii. Tap on the blank Name field and enter a name for your LS9 using the
iPad’s onscreen keyboard.
iii. Enter the LS9 IP address noted in 3.1. The default IP Address may not
need to be changed but confirm this in the Network Setup screen of the
LS9 console (refer to 3.1). If you need to modify the IP Address in
StageMix, make sure you include the dots between the sets of numbers
(as shown above).

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iv. Enter the LS9 MAC address noted in 3.1. When entering the MAC
Address, the colons between sets of characters will be automatically
added by StageMix.
v. Select the Model of LS9 console from the choices of LS9-32 or LS9-16.
vi. Press the [ADD MIXER] button at the bottom of the screen
3.3.3 Select a Mixer and Begin Working
If your iPad has been configured to work with an LS9 console, select the mixer
from the list and press [CONNECT]. (The model of mixer (LS9-32 or LS9-16)
will appear in smaller text below the mixer’s name.)
The message “Syncing With LS9…” will appear while StageMix is obtaining
parameters from the console. This process will normally take about 10 seconds.
After this process is complete, the Mixer window will appear and StageMix is
ready to be used.
If StageMix cannot connect with your LS9, refer to the Troubleshooting section
(5.0) at the end of this document for possible solutions.

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4.0 StageMix Operation
4.1 Mixer Window
The main page of the StageMix is called the “Mixer” window. It shows the EQ
curve, CUE and ON buttons, fader and level meters, and channel names and
colors for eight adjacent channels.
Across the top of the screen, level meters and faders are displayed in blocks
for mono Input Channels 1-32, Stereo Input Channels 1-4, Mix and Matrix
busses, and the Master Stereo and Mono busses. This is the
“Navigation/Meter Bridge”.
4.1.1 Channel Bank Navigation
Press any of the “Navigation/Meter Bridge” blocks to select which bank of
channels is viewed and controlled in the fader strips below.
4.1.2 Layer Navigation
Press the [CH 1-32] or [CH 33-64] button to make those banks of channels
available in the first four blocks in the “Navigation/Meter Bridge”.
The Layer Navigation button displays black text on a white background to
indicate the active Layer.
Note: these buttons do not appear when using an LS9-16 console as only
channels 1-32 are available in the first four blocks.

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4.1.4 Faders
Each fader has its channel number displayed on its cap. The fader cap
must be touched to allow the level to be adjusted. The fader will not
“jump” or “ramp” to a new position on the slider. When a fader cap is
touched, its background will lighten and its current dB value will be
displayed. Using the iPad’s multi-touch facility, up to eight faders can
be moved simultaneously.
4.1.5 Channel ON
Press [ON] to change the on/off status of the channel. The button is
green when the channel is on. When a channel is off, its name and
level meter will go dim, and its fader position shown in the
“Navigation/Meter Bridge” will also go dim.
4.1.3 Channel Names and Colors
The channel names are
obtained from the LS9 mixer.
They cannot be edited in
StageMix. The names are
dimmed if the channel is
switched off. A bar above
each channel name displays
the color for each channel as
assigned in the LS9.