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  • Page 1 Installation Guide...
  • Page 2 Pyramix™ Installation Guide V7.x - 3.0 10th -November-2010 www.merging.com/Pyramix...
  • Page 3 Merging Technologies makes no warranties express or implied regarding this software, its quality, performance, merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. The software is supplied “as is” you, the purchaser, are assuming the entire risk of the results of using this Merging Technologies software.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    1 Introduction _________________________________________________________________________ 6 Thank you! ........................................6 Scope ..........................................6 System Requirements ....................................6 2 Lost or stolen Merging Security Keys ___________________________________________________ 7 (Sentinel / HASP USB Dongles) .................................7 3 Pyramix Overview ____________________________________________________________________ 7 Pyramix Versions ......................................7 Items included with Pyramix: ..................................8 Options .........................................8...
  • Page 5 5.2 Pyramix Software Installation _______________________________________________________ 10 5.3 Authorization System ______________________________________________________________ 12 Changing or re-entering a Key .................................13 Evaluation Mode ......................................13 Pyramix Software Registration ................................13 Checking Installed Options ..................................13 5.4 MassCore™ Installation ____________________________________________________________ 14 MassCore™ Installation ...................................14 MassCore and Networks ..................................15...
  • Page 6: Introduction

    Pyramix is a high-end Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) with the tools you need to record, edit and mix audio for any number of applications including music, broadcast, games and film. IMPORTANT! - The first thing you need to do is register your software to acquire your Pyramix key(s) and to be included in our user support list. Please register at: http://www.merging.com/register/...
  • Page 7: Lost Or Stolen Merging Security Keys

    If your USB key is stolen or lost then please make a claim on your insurance in the usual way just as you would for any other item you own. Merging will be happy to confirm the details and value of the software license and USB key to your insurance company. If your USB key is lost or stolen and a different user should attempt to register for this key, Merging will notify you and the authorities in your country that an attempt has been made to register this stolen item.
  • Page 8: Items Included With Pyramix

    Future Expansion is of course, possible, whether you start with Turnkey, a Card and Software Set or Native. Note: With the release of Version 7.0 new Pyramix systems are only available in Native or MassCore* versions. Mykerinos technology will continue to be used for I/O but the DSP engine on the cards is now oficially legacy technology. The Tri-media chips have had a long (ove 11 years) life but superior technology is now available.
  • Page 9: Computer Specifications For Pyramix

    The Pyramix software uses an automated installer wizard which will install all necessary prerequisites. We use a unified installer package containing the current versions of Pyramix, VCube and Ovation. The initial installer screen offers the choice of Pyramix, VCube and Ovation.
  • Page 10: Pc Setup

    Note: It is essential that previous versions of Pyramix and the MassCore engine are removed prior to installation of V7 Prior to installing the Pyramix 7.0 version, we recommend that you back up your Projects and save your settings, keyboard shortcuts, templates, etc..
  • Page 11 Installing Pyramix Note: You must have full Administrator Access to install Pyramix. Under Windows Vista & 7 it is recommended but not mandatory that the user has full administration rights (User Accounts->account type), in order to run Pyramix (or Vcube or Ovation).
  • Page 12: Authorization System

    Entering Your Security Key(s) After the Pyramix installation process you will be prompted to enter your Authorization Key. If you click Yes the MT Security Settings dialog will be launched automatically, allowing the Key or Keys to be entered immediately. If you choose not to enter your Key at this point you can do so later by choosing one of the following procedures: Double-click the file YourPersonalKeyXXXXX.mtk.
  • Page 13: Changing Or Re-Entering A Key

    Of course, this Logical OR will only process keys with identical User Name and Company Name to the one entered in the key enabling window. Evaluation Mode If Pyramix is started without a valid registration key, the software will recognize that no valid key is available and will start in “evaluation” mode, which only allows for basic operation. Pyramix Software Registration We strongly recommend you register your Pyramix software immediately to ensure access to the latest software downloads and support http://www.merging.com/register/...
  • Page 14: Masscore™ Installation

    Pyramix with Mass-Core™ (or Vcube or Ovation). • You must have at least one Mykerinos board in your system. Note: If for any reason you have yet to receive your Authorisation Keys, please contact your Merging Technologies Sales Partner. MassCore Installation ™...
  • Page 15: Masscore And Networks

    For satisfactory operation over a network, you must add the User Group to which the User belongs to “Increase Scheduling priority policy” with the help of gpedit.msc (Start > Run and type or paste gpedit.msc) This is the same for Windows 7, Vista or XP. Whether on a network or locally on the machine, Administrator privileges are required. www.merging.com/Pyramix...
  • Page 16: First Launch

    Select which board is to provide an external Video/TC reference with the radio buttons next to the board icons. Note: In a multiboard system with both PCI and PCIe Mykerinos cards Merging recommend selecting a PCIe card in order to conserve PCI bus bandwidth.
  • Page 17: Performance Tips

    For now, leave all other settings at the default value. Launch Pyramix Double-click on the Pyramix desktop icon to launch Pyramix. The User Manual is available from within Pyramix under the Help menu and can be accessed by pressing F1, or online at merging.com 7 Performance Tips •...
  • Page 18: Faq And Troubleshooting

    8 FAQ and Troubleshooting Please visit regularly: http://www.merging.com/faq for the latest Troubleshooting Guides and FAQs. 9 Contacting Merging International Office: Merging Technologies S.A. Le Verney 4 CH-1070 Puidoux Switzerland Phone: +41 21 946 0444 Fax: +41 21 946 0445 Merging UK...
  • Page 19: Usa

    USA: Merging USA (Independent Audio) 43 Deerfield Road Portland, ME 04101-1805 United States of America Phone: +1 (207) 773 2424 Fax: +1 (207) 773 2422 For all documentation inquiries or suggestions for improvement: http://www.merging.com/contact www.merging.com/Pyramix...
  • Page 20 Pyramix is a product of Merging Technologies. Copyright 2010 Merging Technologies. All Rights Reserved. www.merging.com/Pyramix...

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