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Unsurpassed sonic quality
By recognizing the endless demand for quality sound and clarity required in performing arts centers, houses of worships, theaters and live music clubs, the bottom line was to realize the excellent tone and sound quality of Yamaha's state-of-the-art digital mixing consoles for DME64N and DME24N. For this reason, all of the know-how from Yamaha's 30 years of experience in developing world class professional audio equipment has been applied to the circuit design. Other than high performance 24-bit 96kHz digital processing capability, for example, this includes everything from power supply placement to grounding. Furthermore, DME24N is also equipped with a newly developed head amplifier that pursues "output by not spoiling the input sound". The extraordinary clarity and presence of the sound is perfect for a variety of programs such as live music performance, theater, speech and lectures, making DME64N and DME24N the ideal choice for venues of this type.
Powerful DSP allows easy system design with excellent adaptability for various applications and environments
For performing arts centers, houses of worship and theaters, the sound system required differs greatly depending on the facility size and objectives, and the types of performance they host. Thanks to the remarkable versatility of DME64N and DME24N, they are the perfect answers to the diverse demands of audio systems. More than 175 components including Crossover, Delay, Dynamics, EQ, Filter and Matrix Mixer are built into DME64N and DME24N. By freely combining these components, configurations can be created for various applications. Another advantage is flexibility, with I/O capability of up to 64x64 (DME64N) and 24x24 (DME24N), and I/O of various analog and digital (AES/EBU, TASCAM, ADAT) formats using the mini-YGDAI cards. Also Up to 8 units of DME64N can be cascaded, providing free scalability for almost any size of sound system. In addition, the powerful DSP allows creation of complex configurations that enable fine sound adjustments according to each venue or type of performance. For example, the sound characteristics demanded for main speakers, monitor speakers, auxiliary speakers, front fills, and speakers for the lobby, dressing rooms, staff rooms and other locations, can be optimized individually. Up to now, such system designs and installations were time and cost consuming due to restrictions of other digital audio processing products. However, the overwhelming DSP power of DME makes the design and execution of complex systems a breeze.
Audio networking capability with MY16-C CobraNet card
Long-distance audio signal transmission is the principal problem encountered in designing audio systems for stadiums, arenas, amphitheaters and other large venues. The problem manifests itself in signal loss and the time- and labour-intensive task of cable installation. The combination of Yamaha DMEs and CobraNet™ represents the most effective solution for this type of installation. Using NHB32C, a 32 I/O CobraNet Audio interface, up to 64 channels of digital audio can be transmitted on a CAT5 cable, while installing an MY16-C card inside DME64N or DME24N will allow the sending and receiving of 16 audio signals using CobraNet. Systems comprising of DME64N or DME24N, MY16-C and other CobraNet™compatible Yamaha products provide simple, low-cost wiring and flexible audio routing between various distant locations.
CobraNet™
CobraNet™ is a real-time audio & control data transmission system utilizing 100 Base-T Ethernet technology. CobraNetTM allows digital data to be carried up to 200m*1 (two 100m*1 cables via switch) by common CAT5 / 100Base-TX cabling, and up to 2 kilometers*1 by optic fiber (as optical data). It is fast, with a constant 1.33 ms, 2.66 ms, or 5.33 ms latency*2; it is reliable, thanks to the built-in redundant system; and with the standard cabling and connections, it is remarkably easy-to-use and inexpensive.
*1. Length may be shorter depending on the line condition and other related factors.
*2. MY16-C CobraNet card is compatible with 1.33ms, 2.66ms and 5.33ms latency. NHB32-C Network HUB/Bridge and ACU16-C Amp Control Unit are currently compatible with 5.33ms latency.
Different sound system setups for different events
An important characteristic of sports venues is that playing fields, stage and spectator seating areas change according to the type of event hosted. Which, once again, make the DME64N and DME24N ideally suited to the job description. Both units feature pattern control capable of storing up to 999 different scenes*, which contain both parameter values and DSP configurations in the internal memory. With this, different audio settings (for example, speaker alignment) which depend on the seating, playing field or stage pattern, can be stored and recalled instantly. Pattern control can be achieved with DME's front panel, a remotely located PC (running DME Designer), or even from the ICP1 Intelligent Control Panel.
*Number of scene memories differs depending on the data size of configurations.
DME Integration with PM5D Digital Audio Mixing Consoles
You have only to look at the popularity of Yamaha's PM Series mixing consoles at international live performance venues to recognize their status as the industry's star performers. Now, meet the PM5D, the latest model in this highly acclaimed line-up. This next-generation digital console delivers truly awesome live mixing capabilities - compliments of 64 inputs, 28 buses and 8 matrixes - with the advantages of reduced size and weight. Users can cascade a DME64N with a PM5D to unleash an even more formidable arsenal of mixing power - integrating DME64N as an expansion of PM5D's output matrix (max 40x64!) and as a speaker processing unit.
Innovation of Usability
Parameters of DME64N can be controlled directly from the PM5D to realize seamless and efficient operation during live performances. DME-N control from PM5D can be made via the cascade connectors or via MY16-C. Furthermore, AD8HR (8 channel head amplifier and AD converter) can be remote controlled from PM5D, providing high resolution 96kHz/24-bit inputs with gain increments of 1dB. When building a CobraNet™ system equipped with NHB32C Network Hub and Bridge, ACU16C Amp Control Unit and PC-N Power Amplifiers, it is possible to control DME-N and the AD8HRs, and to monitor all the amplifiers from a single FOH position. Such innovative operations in live applications can at last be realized!
DME64N & DME24N parameters controllable from PM5D
- Scene recall/store
- Cross over
- Delay
- Output fader (on/off, cue included)
- GEQ
- Matrix on/off, level
- PEQ
Versatile Room Space Combination
The ability to partition and combine spaces according to the demands of the events they host is a must for ballroom facilities. Yamaha's DME64N and DME24N provide admirably simple and convenient solutions for space pattern switching. DMEs are capable of storing up to 999* scene memories. Each scene is structured by data of each component programmed and its configuration. In other words, changing a scene allows you to the change the configuration pattern. By allowing this, the audio source distributed to each speaker can be freely arranged, and the sound for each pattern can be freely adjusted.
*Number of scene memories differs depending on the data size of configurations.
Simple & Easy Operation for amateurs
It is equally critical that venue personnel without special knowledge or skills can control these operations.
When combined with an ICP1 Wall-mount Intelligent Control Panel connected by CAT5 cable, DMEs can quickly recall numerous partitioning and joining variations.
ICP1 allows assigning of most parameters and attaching of titles to scenes.
The ICP1’s large LCD screen can display scene titles and parameter names in five different languages — Japanese, English, French, German and Spanish.
Furthermore, 3 types of wall-mount control panels for controlling DME via GPI are available: CP4SF with 4 faders and 4 control switches, a CP4SW with 4 control switches and a CP1SF with 1 fader and 1 control switch.
These control panels features an unprecedented user-friendly interface that allows untrained personnel to use it “fluently” with a minimum of time and effort.
Audio-Visual Presentation System Integrating With Touch Panel Control
The DME64N and DME24N feature interfaces for MIDI, RS-232c, GPI, USB, and an Ethernet terminal to support various connections with external devices. By connecting to a touch-panel controller to an Audio-Visual Presentation System, for example, devices such as projectors and screens can be controlled simultaneously. This solution allows central control of all devices using a touch panel.
Realizing creative sounds using surround processors and SPX components
Changing the sound control parameters built into DMEs by time and using surround components, various special sound effects can be created. Using the components equivalent to SPX2000*, the acclaimed Yamaha Digital Signal Processor, more complex sound effects can also be created.
* Planned with future version upgrade.
Building a control network by connecting only a CAT5 Cable
DME64N and DME24N are both equipped with an RJ45 Ethernet terminal. A DME-N control network can easily be created by connecting a 100Base-T CAT5 cable. By building a network, remotely located DMEs can be centrally controlled from a PC running DME Designer and monitoring can be performed using the meter component. allowing users to adjust background music and microphone volumes.
Automatic broadcasting on a daily schedule
Simplifying the system for automatic broadcasting on predetermined times every day at shops, restaurants and other commercial facilities is a growing demand. The DME64N and DME24N are perfectly suited for these applications thanks to streamlined components like Event Scheduler*. In addition to supporting the automatic operation of CD players and other external devices via GPI, the WAV File Player* component can play WAV files stored in the internal memory of DME in sync with the Event scheduler.
* Planned with future version upgrade.
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