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This section contains text modules concerning configuring either software or hardware

applications. When software is released or a new module card is purchased, refer to this

section in order to install it properly. The section contains the following text modules:

CONFIGURATION

M5000 APPLICATIONS

SOFTWARE INSTALLATION

HARDWARE INSTALLATION

OPTION INSTALLATION

HIGH MEMORY OPTION

SIMM PACK INSTALLATION

CONFIG. M5000

M5CONFIG

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Page 1 CONFIGURATION This section contains text modules concerning configuring either software or hardware applications. When software is released or a new module card is purchased, refer to this section in order to install it properly. The section contains the following text modules: M5000 APPLICATIONS SOFTWARE INSTALLATION HARDWARE INSTALLATION...
Page 2 The M5000/X´s are to be connected to the M5000/X #1 and #2 plugs (Fig.1). The RS485 plugs each connect to either one ATAC or is used to loop on to the next MULTAC box (Fig.2). Additionally, you are able to connect two ATACs using both RS485 sockets.
Page 3 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION M5000 Here is the procedure for updating the application software in the M5000. You need to get to the special M5000 Setup Utility menu to accomplish this. Turn the power off the M5000. Press the BYPASS button (22) while switching power on again. Hold it for a few seconds.
Page 4 SAVE MIDI Enables you to dump the software from one M5000 to another. Connect this (master) M5000's MIDI out to another (slave) M5000's MIDI in. Select 'SAVE MIDI' in order to transmit. The Slave M5000 must be set at 'LOAD MIDI'. Press DO at the master first and then press DO at the slave.
Page 5 HARDWARE INSTALLATION M5000 When the time comes when you want to upgrade your M5000 with additional modules in order to run more than one effect simultaneously, the procedure is as follows: Switch the machine OFF and disconnect the main power cord. Remove the DUM-1 option plate(s) or module by loosening the 2 screws.
Page 6 Dip 1 Dip 2 Dip 3 Dip 4 Addr. 1. DSP 2. DSP 3. DSP 4. DSP Dip 1 Dip 2 Dip 3 Dip 4 Addr. 1. ADDA 2. ADDA Insert the module as shown in figure 1 below. fig. 1 AD/DA cards are always mounted as far away as possible from the power supply! The module cards will fit in the module guides inside the M5000 frame.
Page 7 8 character subcode are needed to access the option. This is done by writing a code in the M5000 generated only by TC Electronic. The code is based on a set of parameters you must know before you order the option: Serial number of the M5000 frame.
Page 8 Based on the parameters received from you by following the above procedure, a special license code and subcode, which are unique for your frame, are generated at TC Electronic headoffice in Denmark. This is the procedure regardless if you are ordering a temporary or permanent option.
Page 9 8 character subcode are needed to access the option. This is done by writing a code in the M5000 generated only by TC Electronic. The code is based on a set of parameters you must know before you order the option: Serial number of the M5000 frame.
Page 10 Based on the parameters received from you by following the above procedure, a special license code and subcode, which are unique for your frame, are generated at TC Electronic headoffice in Denmark. This is the procedure regardless if you are ordering a temporary or permanent option.
Page 11 SIMM PACK INSTALLATION M5000 Before you can use your purchased option sampler, the SIMM-modules of dynamic ram must be mounted. You can buy SIMM-modules yourself in a normal computer store (see type listings below). START OF INSTALLATION: Switch of the machine and remove the power cord. Remove the DUM-1 option plate(s) or DSP-module by loosening the 2 screws.
Page 12 SELECTION OF THE SIMM PACK MODULES M5000 Display Code option seconds 44.1 (48) KHz Resolution No of SIMM's Type of SIMM's 23.7 (21.8) 16 bit 1 MByte x 8 bit 23.7 (21.8) 18 bit 1 MByte x 9 bit 23.7 (21.8) 24 bit 1 MByte x 8 bit 23.7 (21.8)
Page 13 For installing 24-bit sampling, you have to place 3 modules in all three socket positions. The SIMM-modules can only be properly inserted one way, that is with the IC's on the SIMM- modules facing the back plate. There is an indentation (cut) on the SIMM-modules which must be placed correspondingly with the IC16-IC18-IC17 name reference markings on the board.
Page 14 MOUNTING MODULES Before mounting the modules in your M5000, switch off the power and unplug the mains power cable. Remove the dummy-panel or original module from the slot where you want to install the module. The module should then be mounted directly in the M5000 Audio Mainframe by handling the rear panel of the module only.

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