Yamaha M7CL StageMix V1.5 User manual

M7CL StageMix V1.5 User Guide
Welcome:
Thank you for downloading the “M7CL StageMix” iPad app for the Yamaha M7CL V3
digital mixing console. Via a wireless access point, StageMix can control any variant
of M7CL console so long as it is running V3 or higher firmware.
The latest firmware version for M7CL can be downloaded from
www.yamahaproaudio.com
StageMix provides remote control of M7CL 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 M7CL
parameters, but is focused on the requirements for adjusting monitor mixes on
stage.

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CONTENTS
Page
1.0 System Requirements 3
2.0 WiFi Settings 3
3.0 Getting Started 4
3.1 M7CL Network Setup 4
3.2 iPad Settings 4
3.3 StageMix Setup 5
3.3.1 Offline Demo Mode 6
3.3.2 Configure StageMix to Work with an M7CL 6
3.3.3 Select a Mixer and Begin Working 7
4.0 StageMix Operation 8
4.1 Mixer Window 8
4.1.1 Channel Names 8
4.1.2 Faders 9
4.1.3 Channel ON 9
4.1.4 CUE 9
4.2 SETUP 10
4.2.1 Fader Delay 10
4.2.2 Filled EQ Graph 10
4.2.3 Set EQ band to 0dB with Double-Tap 10
4.3 Long Faders 11
4.4 SENDS ON FADERS 12
4.4.1 Mix Sends ON 13
4.5 EQ Editing 13
4.6 Parametric EQ Editing Screen 14
4.6.1 HPF 16
4.6.2 EQ Bands 1 & 4 16
4.6.3 EQ ON 16
4.6.4 EQ FLAT, EQ DEFAULT 16
4.7 Graphic EQ Editing Screen 17
4.7.1 Navigation in the GEQ Overview Section 17
4.7.2 Rack Position 17
4.7.3 GEQ Type 18
4.7.4 Editing GEQ Bands 18
4.7.5 Navigation in the GEQ Editing Section 18
4.7.6 GEQ ON 18
4.7.7 GEQ FLAT 18
4.7.8 Copy/Paste 18
5.0 Troubleshooting 19
5.1 No WiFi Available 19
5.2 Connection Failed to M7CL 19
5.3 Connection Lost 20
5.4 Graphic EQ Doesn’t Affect the Sound 20

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1.0 System Requirements
•Apple iPad (any model)
•Yamaha M7CL digital mixing console with V3 or higher firmware (any model,
including M7CL-48, M7CL-32, M7CL-48ES)
•WiFi access point (preferably with 802.11n, 5GHz capability, though 2.4GHz
and 802.11g will also work)
•CAT5 cable (to connect M7CL 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 M7CL Network Setup
I. Connect the WiFi access point to the M7CL’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 M7CL - they will need to be
entered into the iPad later. They can be found in the console as follows:
a. Press SETUP on the M7CL touchscreen
b. Press [NETWORK] on the M7CL touchscreen
3.2 iPad WiFi Settings
The iPad needs to be given a static IP address in the same range as the
M7CL’s IP Address.
a. Open the iPad “Settings” menu
b. Select “WiFi”, and choose the correct network (with the SSID and
password given in step 2 above).

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c. Press the blue circle with the white arrow to the right of the selected
network to edit the IP address.
d. Select [Static].
e. Write an IP Address similar to the one for the M7CL, but with just the
last number different. (For example, if M7CL 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 “M7CL 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 M7CL StageMix.
•Configure StageMix to work with an M7CL console.

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•Select an M7CL console that has already been configured to work with
your iPad and begin using StageMix.
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 M7CL
i. Press [ADD MIXER] to open the following screen:
ii. Tap on the blank Name field and enter a name for your M7CL using the
iPad’s onscreen keyboard.
iii. Enter the M7CL 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 M7CL 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 M7CL MAC address noted in 3.1. When entering the MAC
Address, the colons between sets of characters will be automatically
added by StageMix.
v. 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 M7CL console, select the
mixer from the list and press [CONNECT].
The message “Syncing With M7CL…” will appear while StageMix is obtaining
parameters from the console. This process will normally take about 5 to 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 M7CL, 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 for
eight adjacent channels.
Across the top of the screen, all Input, Mix and Matrix level meters and faders
are displayed in blocks of eight. This is the “Navigation/Meter Bridge”. Press
any of these blocks to select which channels are viewed in the fader strips
below.
4.1.1 Channel Names
The channel names are
obtained from the M7CL mixer.
They cannot be edited with
“StageMix”. The names are
dimmed if the channel is
switched off.

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4.1.2 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.
4.1.3 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.
4.1.4 CUE
The [CUE] buttons for each channel control the mixer’s cue functions.
Their operation mode corresponds to the status of [LAST CUE] button
on the left side of the Mixer Overview.
When the [LAST CUE] button is highlighted yellow, only one channel
can be cued at a time. When this button is grey, multiple channels can
be cued simultaneously. This is equivalent to Mix Cue mode in the
M7CL console.
The [CUE CLEAR] button will cancel any cues that have been activated.
This is useful when there are multiple cues to cancel, and when some
are hidden in other layers.

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4.2 SETUP
Press the [SETUP] button below the StageMix logo to open a new window
which allows user preferences to be selected.
iPad Status Bar
The iPad’s Status Bar is visible in this screen, allowing the WiFi signal
strength and the battery charge status to be viewed.
Press [Done] in the top-right corner to return to the Mixer window.
4.2.1 Fader Delay
This is a safety function to avoid accidental fader movements. The
value set here is the time needed to wait between touching a fader and
being able to move it.
4.2.2 Filled EQ Graph
When this option is on, the EQ graph will be filled in, as it is on the
M7CL touchscreen. When it is off, just the outline of the graph will be
shown.
4.2.3 Set EQ band to 0dB with Double-Tap
When this option is on, Parametric and Graphic EQ Gains can be set to
0dB by double-tapping on the EQ band.