JP4048865B2 - Mixing system control method, mixing system control apparatus, and program - Google Patents

Description

[0001]
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
  The present invention is large-scaleMixing processSuitable for mixing systemInRelated.
[0002]
[Prior art]
In recent years, digital mixing systems have become widespread, particularly in professional audio equipment. In this system, all audio signals collected from a microphone or the like are converted into digital signals, and mixing processing is performed in an engine constituted by a DSP array or the like. In a large digital mixing system, a mixing console operated by an operator and the engine are often separated.
[0003]
For example, the mixing console is placed in the center of the passenger seat or in a mixing room separated from the passenger seat, and the engine is placed behind the stage. The mixing console is provided with a plurality of operation elements such as faders, all of which can be automatically driven by the CPU. For example, when a stage change is performed, an operation position such as a fader can be automatically set to a predetermined position in accordance with the stage situation at that time. Such an operation is called “scene recall”.
[0004]
When the operation amount of a fader or the like is changed by scene recall or an operator's manual operation, the information is notified from the mixing console to the engine, thereby determining an algorithm or calculation parameter in the engine. Further, since the processing capability required for the digital mixing system varies depending on the scale of a concert or the like, it is convenient if the processing capability can be improved by combining a plurality of consoles and a plurality of engines. For this reason, Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2000-261391 discloses a technique for improving the processing capability by cascading a plurality of mixing systems.
[0005]
  By the way, when a plurality of consoles or a plurality of engines are used in combination, different consoles are operated by a plurality of operators. At this time, it is desirable that the operator of each console can freely monitor the signal system, and the monitoring operations by the plurality of operators are independent of each other. However, since the conventional mixing system does not support such operations, there is a problem that monitoring of a plurality of systems is difficult, and an operation by one operator affects the monitoring of other operators.
  The present invention has been made in view of the above-described circumstances, and realizes a highly independent monitoring environment with a high degree of freedom for a plurality of operators.Mixing systemThe purpose is to provide.
[0006]
[Means for Solving the Problems]
  In order to solve the above problems, the present invention is characterized by having the following configuration. The parentheses are examples.
  In the mixing system according to claim 1, an engine (200E) for executing a mixing algorithm, and the engineConnected to the engine (200E)MonitorOne orMixing system composed of a plurality of consoles (100A, 100B)soThen, an audio signal at an arbitrary position in the mixing algorithm is selected, and as a first monitor signal (MON1),To one or more of the consoles (100A, 100B) connectedOutputFirst monitor signal output means (250)And an audio signal at an arbitrary position in the mixing algorithm is selected independently from the first monitor signal (MON1) as a second monitor signal (MON2).To one or more of the consoles (100A, 100B) connectedOutputSecond monitor signal output means (252)And there is only one console connected to the engineWhenThe selection state of both the first and second monitor signals (MON1, MON2) is set based on the selection operation on the one console.on the other hand,Multiple consoles connected to the engineWhenThe selection state of the first monitor signal (MON1) is set based on the selection operation in the first console.WithA selection state of the second monitor signal (MON2) is set based on a selection operation in the second console.Monitor signal selection means andIt is characterized by comprising.
  Furthermore, in the configuration according to claim 2,Claim 1In the mixing system, only one console is connected to the engine.When, One or a plurality of audio signals cueed at the console are mixed in the engine and the result is output to the console as a single cue signalon the other hand, There are multiple consoles connected to the engineWhen saidOne or a plurality of audio signals queued at the first console are mixed in the engine, and the result is output to the first console as a first cue signal (CUE1).Together with the aboveOne or a plurality of audio signals queued at the second console are mixed in the engine, and the result is output to the second console as a second cue signal (CUE2).Cue signal selection meansWhen,When there are multiple consoles connected to the engineSet cue link on or offWithWhen the cue link is set to on, the cue designations in the first and second consoles are linked to each other.Accordingly, the first and second queue signals (CUE1, CUE2) are made the same signal, and when the queue link is set to OFF, the queue designations in the first and second consoles are made independent of each other. Queue link setting meansThefurtherIt is characterized by having.
  Furthermore, in the configuration according to claim 3,Claim 1In the mixing system,The console connected to the engine is plural,Setting a first call state, which is a call state from the second console to the first consoleFirst call state setting means (304e, 139)And the talkback signal in the second console is mixed with the first monitor signal based on the set first call state.First mixing means (310e)And a second call state that is a call state from the first console to the second console is set.Second call state setting means (324e, 139)And mixing the talkback signal in the first console with the second monitor signal based on the set second call state.Second mixing means (330e)AndfurtherIt is characterized by having.
  Furthermore, in the configuration according to claim 4, in the mixing system according to claim 3, the talkback from the first console is performed in response to an ON operation of a talkback switch provided in the first console. Set the signal input to ON and attenuate the first monitor signal to the first consoleFirst damping means (152a)In response to an on operation of a talkback switch provided in the second console, an input of a talkback signal from the second console is set to an on state, and the second monitor for the second console is set. Attenuate signalSecond damping means (152b)And an on / off state linked to the attenuation of the first and second monitor signals (on / off state of the switch 154a) is set.WithThe linkage for the attenuation is set to the on state.WhenWhen one of the first or second monitor signals is attenuated, the other is attenuated in conjunction with the other.Interlocking state setting means (154a)AndfurtherIt is characterized by having.
  Furthermore, in the configuration according to claim 5, in the mixing system according to claim 3, the talkback signal from the first console and the talkback signal from the second console are mixed.And theThe mixed talkback signal is output as a talkback output signal from the engine side.Talkback signal mixing means (352e, 362e, 364e)ThefurtherIt is characterized by having.
[0007]
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
1． Hardware configuration of the embodiment
1.1. console
Next, a digital mixing system according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described. The present embodiment includes one or more consoles 100 and one or more engines 200. First, the hardware configuration of the console 100 will be described with reference to FIG.
[0008]
In the figure, reference numeral 102 denotes a display that displays various types of information to the operator of the console 100. Reference numeral 104 denotes an electric fader unit, which includes “48” electric faders. These electric faders are operated by an operator, and are automatically driven when necessary based on scene data stored in the console 100 or the like.
[0009]
Reference numeral 114 denotes an operator group, which includes various operators that adjust the sound quality and the like of the audio signal. These operators are also operated by the operator, and are automatically driven when necessary based on data stored in the console 100 or the like. Further, the operator group 114 includes a keyboard and a mouse for inputting characters, and a mouse cursor corresponding to the mouse is displayed on the display 102. Reference numeral 106 denotes a dual I / O unit. When a dual console system (details will be described later) is configured, another console is connected via the dual console system, and a digital audio signal and a control signal are connected to the other console. And so on.
[0010]
A data I / O unit 110 inputs and outputs digital audio signals to and from the engine 200. These digital audio signals are, for example, a talkback signal that is an operator's voice, a com-in signal that is an operator's voice on the engine 200 side, a monitor signal of the engine 200, and the like. A waveform I / O unit 108 converts a digital audio signal supplied from the engine 200 into an analog signal, and converts a talkback signal (analog) input via a talkback microphone (not shown) into a digital signal. And is supplied to the data I / O unit 110.
[0011]
A communication I / O unit 112 inputs / outputs various control signals to / from the engine 200. The control signal transmitted from the console 100 side includes operation information such as the electric fader unit 104 and the operator group 114. These operation information sets parameters used for the algorithm on the engine 200 side. Reference numeral 116 denotes another I / O unit to which various external devices provided on the operator side are connected. A CPU 118 controls each unit via the bus 124 based on a program stored in the flash memory 120.
[0012]
A RAM 122 is used as a work memory for the CPU 118. Here, data stored in the RAM 122 will be described in detail. In the RAM 122, a current area 122a, a scene area 122b, and a library area 122c are secured. In the current area 122a, the current setting state of the mixing console, for example, the attenuation amount of each input channel, the setting amount of the frequency characteristic, the attenuation amount of the output channel, the setting contents of various effects, and the like are stored. These data are called “current operation data”. When the current operation data is updated, the contents of signal processing by the engine 200 and the like are also determined thereby.
[0013]
In addition, a plurality of sets (up to about “1000” sets) of data having the same structure as the current operation data can be stored in the scene area 122b. For example, by storing the contents (scene) of the current area 122a at a certain point in the scene area 122b, the setting state at that point can be reproduced (recalled) with one touch. These data are called “scene data”. The library area 122c stores a unit library that defines the unit configuration of the engine 200, a patch library that defines connection relationships in input / output patches (details will be described later), a name library that defines names of input channels, and the like. Has been. These data are called “library data”.
[0014]
1.2. engine
Next, the hardware configuration of the engine 200 used in the mixing system will be described with reference to FIG. In the figure, reference numeral 202 denotes a signal processing unit, which is constituted by a DSP array. The signal processing unit 202 can perform a mixing process on the “96” monaural input channel and output the result to the “48” monaural output channel or the like. The details of the algorithm of the mixing process executed in the signal processing unit 202 will be described later.
[0015]
Reference numeral 204 denotes a waveform I / O unit, which converts a microphone or line level analog signal into a digital signal, converts the digital signal output from the signal processing unit 202 into an analog signal, and supplies the analog signal to an amplifier or the like. A plurality of DA converters and a digital audio signal supplied from an external device are converted into a digital signal of a predetermined format used in the engine 200, and a digital audio signal format in the engine 200 is converted and output to the external device It consists of an input / output unit.
[0016]
Reference numeral 206 denotes a cascade I / O unit. By connecting the engine 200 to another engine via the cascade I / O unit, the processing capacity of the mixing system can be improved (details will be described later). A data I / O unit 210 exchanges digital audio signals with the data I / O unit 110 of the console 100. A communication I / O unit 212 exchanges control signals with the communication I / O unit 112 of the console 100. Reference numeral 214 denotes a display that displays various types of information to a worker on the engine 200 side.
[0017]
The other I / O unit 216 exchanges audio signals and the like with various external devices. A CPU 218 controls each part in the engine 200 via the bus 224 based on a control program stored in the flash memory 220. A RAM 222 is used as a work memory for the CPU 218.
[0018]
1.3. Mixing system configuration
1.3.1. Single console system
Next, the configuration of a mixing system that can be configured by the console 100 and the engine 200 will be described with reference to FIGS. First, FIG. 2A shows a configuration example of a single console system configured by one console 100 and one engine 200. In FIG. 2, in order to distinguish the plurality of consoles 100 and the engine 200, alphabetical symbols such as (A, B, C,...) Are attached to these symbols.
[0019]
As described above, the console 100A has “48” electric faders, and the engine 200E can process a monaural “96” input channel. The “96” input channel is divided into first and second layers. For example, the first to 48th input channels are assigned to the first layer, and the 49th to 96th input channels are assigned to the second layer. In addition, the operator group 114 is provided with a layer selection switch for selecting a layer to be operated by the electric fader unit 104.
[0020]
Therefore, when adjusting the level or the like of the input channel, the operator may select the layer to which the input channel belongs by using the layer selection switch and then operate the corresponding fader. When the fader is operated, the operation amount (attenuation amount) stored in the corresponding location in the current area 122a is updated. Then, when the updated data is transmitted from the console 100A to the engine 200E, the parameters in the algorithm in the signal processing unit 202 are changed, and the fader operation is reflected in the output audio signal. Become.
[0021]
Further, when a scene recall operation is performed by the operator, the specified scene data is read from the scene area 122b and the contents are transferred to the current area 122a. As a result, the contents of the current operation data are significantly changed. As in the case where the fader or the like is operated, the contents of the current operation data updated by the scene recall are transmitted from the console 100A to the engine 200E. As a result, the contents of the recalled scene are reflected in the algorithm in the signal processing unit 202.
[0022]
1.3.2. Dual console system
In the single console system, an operation for selecting a layer according to an input channel to be controlled is necessary. However, this operation is complicated, and it is difficult to simultaneously control input channels belonging to different layers. Therefore, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 2B, it is possible to simultaneously control the monaural “96” input channel by using two consoles. Such a configuration is called a dual console system.
[0023]
In FIG. 2B, “2” consoles 100 A and 100 B are connected to each other via these dual I / O units 106. The data I / O unit 110 and the communication I / O unit 112 of the console 100A are respectively connected to the data I / O unit 210 and the communication I / O unit 212 of the engine 200E. As described above, the console directly connected to the engine 200E is referred to as a “master console”, and the other console is referred to as a “slave console”.
[0024]
By assigning the first layer to one electric fader unit 104 and the second layer to the other electric fader unit 104 among these “2” consoles, each of the “96” input channels is independent. It is possible to assign an electric fader. Here, the current operation data similar to the case of the single console system is stored in the current area 122a of each console constituting the dual console system. That is, regardless of the layer assigned to the electric fader unit 104 of each console, the current area 122a of both consoles stores parameters such as attenuation for each of the “96” input channels. .
[0025]
In the dual console system, the contents of the current areas 122a in the consoles 100A and 100B are controlled to be the same. For example, when an operation is performed on one console, the current operation data on the console is updated according to the operation. This update content is transmitted to the other console, and the current operation data is similarly updated in the other console.
[0026]
A console that finally transmits various parameters to the engine 200E is always the master console 100A. In other words, the parameters in the algorithm in the engine 200E are set according to the current operation data of the console 100A, and the current operation data in the console 100B is not known.
[0027]
Here, how to deal with a scene recall operation on one console becomes a problem. If you send the entire scene contents from the console where the scene recall operation was performed to the other console, the amount of data to be transmitted increases, so it takes longer to reflect the scene recall on both consoles. Too much. In order to prevent this, in this embodiment, only the scene recall operation (that is, which scene is recalled) is transmitted to each other, and the actual scene reproduction is executed based on the contents of the scene data in each console. Is done. For this reason, the contents of the scene area 122b in each console basically need to be matched in advance.
[0028]
1.3.3. Cascade connection of single console system
In the single console system, when the total number of input channels “96” itself is insufficient, as shown in FIG. 2 (c), the input is doubled by using two consoles and two engines. It is possible to secure a channel. 2C, the console 100A and the engine 200E are connected to each other via these I / O units 110, 112, 210, and 212. The console 100B and the engine 200F are also connected in the same manner.
[0029]
The engines 200E and 200F are connected to each other via the cascade I / O unit 206. Such a connection method of the engines 200E and 200F is called cascade connection. In such a configuration, the current operation data of the consoles 100A and 100B are independent, and each "96" input channel is controlled in each console. Further, whether or not to link scene switching or the like between both consoles can be specified by the operator.
[0030]
1.3.4. Cascading dual console systems
Further, it is possible to perform cascade connection to “2” sets of dual console systems. A configuration example in such a case is shown in FIG. In the figure, the consoles 100A and 100B and the engine 200E constitute a dual console system as in FIG. Similarly, the consoles 100C and 100D and the engine 200F constitute a dual console system. The engines 200E and 200F are connected to each other via the cascade I / O unit 206.
[0031]
2． Algorithm configuration of the embodiment
2.1. Algorithm of mixing system
2.1.1. Single console system
Next, the configuration of the algorithm of the mixing process realized by the signal processing unit 202 or the like in the single console system (FIG. 2A) will be described with reference to FIG. In the figure, reference numeral 232 denotes an analog input unit, which converts a plurality of channels of analog audio signals into digital signals. Reference numeral 234 denotes a digital input unit that converts digital audio signals of a plurality of channels supplied from the outside into digital signals of a predetermined format used in the engine 200. These input units 232 and 234 are realized by the waveform I / O unit 204.
[0032]
Next, reference numeral 236 denotes a built-in effector that performs effect processing on the audio signal of the maximum “8” channel. Reference numeral 238 denotes a built-in equalizer, which can perform equalization processing such as frequency characteristics on an audio signal of a maximum of “24” channels. Reference numeral 242 denotes an input channel adjustment unit, which adjusts the volume, sound quality, and the like for the input channels of up to “96” channels based on the operation on the console 100A.
[0033]
An input patch unit 240 assigns a digital audio signal supplied from the input units 232 and 234, the built-in effector 236, or the built-in equalizer 238 to an arbitrary channel of the input channel adjustment unit 242. However, the predetermined “1” channel input from the analog input unit 232 is transmitted to the console 100A side as a com-in signal COMM_IN_1 that transmits the voice signal of the worker on the engine 200E side via a monitor system described later. .
[0034]
Reference numeral 244 denotes a mixing bus, which mixes the digital audio signal whose volume and sound quality are adjusted via the input channel adjustment unit 242 into a maximum of “48” systems of monaural audio signals. Reference numeral 254 denotes an output channel adjustment unit that adjusts the volume of these “48” monaural audio signals. It is possible to set a pair of “48” systems of mixing buses 244 and output channels by predetermined “2” systems, respectively, and the paired systems mix stereo audio signals.
[0035]
Next, reference numeral 256 denotes a matrix output channel unit, which further mixes and outputs the “48” system mixing results in the output channel adjustment unit 254. In the matrix output channel section 256, it is possible to mix monaural "24" audio signals. Then, the mixing results in the output channel units 254 and 256 are supplied to the output patch unit 258.
[0036]
Next, reference numeral 260 denotes an analog output unit that converts the supplied digital audio signal into an analog signal. These analog signals are supplied to an amplifier or recording equipment (not shown) for sound emission into the concert hall, recording, and the like. Reference numeral 262 denotes a digital output unit which converts the format of the supplied digital audio signal and supplies it to a digital recording device or the like (not shown). These output units 260 and 262 are realized by the waveform I / O unit 204.
[0037]
The output patch unit 258 assigns digital audio signals output from the output channel units 254 and 256 to arbitrary channels in the output units 260 and 262. Here, if necessary, a part of these digital audio signals can be assigned to the input to the built-in effector 236 or the built-in equalizer 238. Therefore, the result of effect processing / equalizing processing performed on a certain output channel can be returned to the input patch unit 240 and used as a signal of a new input channel.
[0038]
Further, a talkback signal TB_OUT which is one or a plurality of operator's voices or the like is input to the output patch unit 258 via the talkback out switch 257. The talkback signal TB_OUT is emitted to the concert hall via the analog output unit 260 when the device is set. As a result, the acoustic test of the concert hall can be performed by the operator's own voice, or broadcast to the workers on the stage can be performed. In the actual performance of the concert, the talkback out switch 257 is set to the off state, and the talkback signal TB_OUT is used for a call to the worker on the engine 200E side.
[0039]
Next, reference numeral 250 denotes a monitor selector, which selects an arbitrary location in the above-described system based on the operator's operation. That is, the console 100 is provided with a monitor switch for setting the selection state of the monitor selector 250. Reference numeral 252 denotes another monitor selector. In a single console system, the operator can arbitrarily set the selection state of both the monitor selectors 250 and 252. The signals selected by the selectors 250 and 252 are output as the first and second monitor signals MON1 and MON2.
[0040]
In addition, a cue switch for designating whether or not to monitor a digital audio signal corresponding to the fader is provided in the vicinity of each fader in each console. Reference numeral 246 denotes a cue bus, which mixes the digital audio signal at the position where the cue switch is turned on and outputs it as the first cue signal CUE1.
[0041]
The first and second monitor signals MON1 and MON2 are mainly used for monitoring an audio signal emitted in a concert hall or the like, and the first cue signal CUE1 is mainly used for one or more specific input channels. Or it is often used to monitor output channels and the like. These signals are transmitted to the console 100 side via a monitor system described later.
[0042]
In the present specification, the designation of signals in the console 100 is different from the designation in the engine 200. That is, the signals that can be monitored in the console 100 are “monitor signals MON_A, MON_B” and “queue signal CUE”. In the single console system, the monitor signals MON_A and MON_B are equal to the first and second monitor signals MON1 and MON2, respectively, and the queue signal CUE is equal to the first queue signal CUE1.
[0043]
2.1.2. Dual console system
Next, the configuration of the algorithm realized by the signal processing unit 202 and the like in the dual console system (FIG. 2B) will be described. The algorithm in this case is the same as that of the above-described single console system (FIG. 4), but the points described below are different.
First, in the dual console system, in addition to the queue bus 246, an additional queue bus 248 indicated by a broken line is provided. In the queue bus 246, the first queue signal CUE1 is combined based on the queue switch of the master console 100A, and in the queue bus 248, the second queue signal CUE2 is combined based on the queue switch of the slave console 100B.
[0044]
The first cue signal CUE1 is used as the cue signal CUE in the console 100A, and the second cue signal CUE2 is used as the cue signal CUE in the console 100B. Thereby, the operators of the consoles 100A and 100B can monitor the independent cue signal CUE in accordance with the operation of the cue switch of the console that they control (when the cue link switch 149 described later is off). ). On the other hand, when one operator operates both the consoles 100A and 100B, by turning on the cue link switch 149, the cue switch operation performed on one of the consoles is applied to the other console. Is transmitted. As a result, signals corresponding to the same cue switch operation are selected as the first cue signal CUE1 and the second cue signal CUE2, and the same cue signal CUE can be monitored in both consoles.
[0045]
Further, in order for an operator on the engine 200E side to independently transmit an audio signal to both operators of the consoles 100A and 100B, a predetermined “2” channel input from the analog input unit 232 is a com-in signal COMM_IN_1, Assigned to COMM_IN_2. On the other hand, the talkback signals from both consoles 100A and 100B are mixed and then supplied to the output patch unit 258 as the talkback signal TB_OUT. The output patch unit 258 is patched so that the talkback signal TB_OUT is transmitted to the worker. Therefore, in the present embodiment, the talkback signal TB_OUT is “1” system even in the dual console system. Although the “1” system is less wasteful, the talkback signal TB_OUT may be set to the “2” system, and signals may be separately transmitted from each console to the worker.
[0046]
Further, the selection state of the monitor selector 250 is set only by the monitor switch in the console 100A, and the selection state of the monitor selector 252 is set only by the monitor switch in the console 100B. The first monitor signal MON1 selected by the monitor selector 250 is supplied to the master console 100A as the monitor signal MON_A and is supplied to the slave console 100B as the monitor signal MON_B.
[0047]
Conversely, the second monitor signal MON2 selected by the monitor selector 252 is supplied to the master console 100A as the monitor signal MON_B and also supplied to the slave console 100B as the monitor signal MON_A. Such an algorithm is as follows when viewed from the operator side of the consoles 100A and 100B. That is, when the operator operates the monitor switch on the console managed by the operator, the result is always reflected in the monitor signal MON_A. When the cue switch is operated, the result is always reflected in the cue signal CUE. Furthermore, the operation of the monitor switch in the other console is reflected in the monitor signal MON_B.
[0048]
As described above, in this embodiment, in the dual console system, it is possible to ensure the uniformity and compatibility of the operations in these consoles while maintaining the independence of the queues and the monitor system in the consoles 100A and 100B. As a result, it is possible to remarkably reduce cue and monitor system operation mistakes by an operator, and even if an operation error occurs in one operator, the influence on the other operator can be minimized.
[0049]
However, even in the dual console system, it is possible to use only one queue bus (only 246) according to operator settings. This is because, when one operator operates both consoles, it is more convenient in operation to use only one cue signal. That is, an operator can switch the number of systems of cue signals to “1” or “2” by a cue link switch 149 (see FIG. 3) described later. When the number of lines of the cue signal is set to “1”, all the audio signals based on the cue switch pressed in either the master or the slave console are mixed in the cue bus 246, and the result is the first content having the same contents. , Second queue signals CUE1, CUE2 are supplied to both consoles.
[0050]
2.1.3. Cascading systems
In principle, two systems of the single console system or dual console system engines 200E and 200F are cascade-connected, and the two systems shown in FIG. 4 are provided, and both mixing buses 244 and cue buses 246 and 248 are provided. Equal to the linked configuration. Here, the details of these bus links will be described with reference to FIG. In FIG. 5, “e” is added to the reference numerals shown in FIG. 4 for the reference numerals of the algorithms executed in the engine 200E, and the reference numerals shown in FIG. “F” is added.
[0051]
In FIG. 5, a delay circuit 264e and an adder 266e are sequentially inserted between the mixing bus 244e on the engine 200E side and the output channel adjustment unit 254e. Similarly, a delay circuit 264f and an adder 266f are sequentially inserted between the mixing bus 244f on the engine 200F side and the output channel adjustment unit 254f. Then, the mixing result in the mixing bus 244e is supplied to the adder 266f, and the mixing result in the mixing bus 244f is supplied to the adder 266e.
[0052]
The delay circuits 264e and 264f and the adders 266e and 266f are shown only for each “1” system, but these are provided for each “48 × 2” mixing channel. As a result, both the signals supplied to the output channel adjustment units 254e and 254f are the result of further mixing the mixing results of the mixing buses 244e and 244f, and the signals supplied to the output channel adjustment units 254e and 254f are both engine 200E. , 200F, the signals are equal. Thus, in cascade connection, the number of input channels for the two console systems is “192”, which is mixed through “48” buses, and “48” corresponding to each console. A mixing system that adjusts and outputs the output channels is constructed.
[0053]
The output of the queue bus 246e on the engine 200E side is sequentially output as the first queue signal CUE1 (E) through the delay circuit 270e and the adder 272e, and the output of the queue bus 246f on the engine 200F side is added with the delay circuit 270f. The first queue signal CUE1 (F) is output via the device 272f in sequence. The mixing result of the queue bus 246e is supplied to the adder 272f via the switch 274f, and the mixing result of the queue bus 246f is supplied to the adder 272e via the switch 274e.
[0054]
Here, when the switches 274e and 274f are set to the on state, the first cue signals CUE1 (E) and (F) in the engines 200E and 200F become equal, and when the switches 274e and 274f are set to the off state, both the first queues The signals CUE1 (E) and (F) are independent signals. This is because when one operator operates the consoles corresponding to two cascaded engines, it is more convenient to operate the cue signal in only one system. This is because it is desirable to set the cue signal so that it can be selected independently when operating. Since the link configuration of the queue bus is set as shown in FIG. 5, when the switches 274e and 274f are turned on, the queue signal from the queue switch turned on in either of the two systems is sent to both systems. Can be monitored. However, even in this case, the cue switch operation is not linked between the two systems connected in cascade.
[0055]
Further, when the dual console system is cascade-connected and the queue buses 248e and 248f for the second queue signal CUE2 are formed in both engines, the same algorithm is set for these queue buses 248e and 248f. The That is, the output of the queue bus 248e on the engine 200E side is sequentially output as the second queue signal CUE2 (E) via the delay circuit 276e and the adder 278e, and the output of the queue bus 248f on the engine 200F side is the delay circuit 276f and the addition circuit. The second queue signal CUE2 (F) is output sequentially through the device 278f. The mixing result of the queue bus 248e is supplied to the adder 278f via the switch 280f, and the mixing result of the queue bus 248f is supplied to the adder 278e via the switch 280e.
[0056]
Incidentally, FIG. 5 is characterized in that, in any engine, a signal generated on its own side is delayed via a delay circuit, whereas a signal received from the other side of the cascade connection is not delayed. There is. For example, the mixing result in the mixing bus 244e is supplied to the output channel adjustment unit 254e on the own device side via the delay circuit 264e, whereas the mixing result does not pass through the delay circuit and is added to the adder 266f. To the output channel adjustment unit 254f on the other side.
[0057]
This is to compensate for transmission delay between the engines 200E and 200F. For example, the mixing result in the mixing bus 244e is actually sent from the signal processing unit 202e on the engine 200E side to the signal processing unit 202f via the cascade I / O unit 206e, the cable, and the cascade I / O unit 206f on the engine 200F side sequentially. Therefore, it is unavoidable that transmission delay occurs. If this delayed signal and the mixing result in the mixing bus 244f are simply mixed, problems such as phase shift occur. Therefore, by adding a delay time equivalent to the transmission delay to the mixing result of the mixing bus 244f via the delay circuit 264f, it is possible to obtain a mixing result without phase shift. That is, the “48” channel output channel adjustment units 254e and 254f of each console system have “48” mixing results obtained by mixing the phases of the mixing results of “48” mixing buses 244e and 244f with each other. Is provided so that each mixing result can be output with different adjustments in both console systems.
[0058]
2.2. Monitor system algorithm
2.2.1. Algorithm contents
Next, the algorithm of the monitor system in the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. Here, only the case of cascade connection of the dual console system (FIG. 2 (d)) will be described. This is because the monitor system of the same system becomes the largest system, and it is sufficient to ignore unnecessary parts in other systems.
[0059]
In FIG. 6, reference numerals 300e and 302e denote talkback input switches. Based on an operating state of an on / off switch (not shown) provided in the consoles 100A and 100B, talkback signals TB_A, Switch on / off state of TB_B. Further, 152a and 152b are monitor amplifiers inside the consoles 100A and 100B, and the gain is increased or decreased based on the on / off state of the input switches 300e and 302e.
[0060]
Here, the necessity of gain adjustment in the monitor amplifiers 152a and 152b will be described. When the monitor signal MON_A of each console output through the monitor amplifiers 152a and 152b is emitted through the monitor speaker, the monitor sound may circulate through the talkback microphone and noise may be generated. In order to prevent this, in the monitor amplifiers 152a and 152b, the volume of the monitor sound is attenuated during talkback. Such an operation is called “talkback dimmer”.
[0061]
Note that when the operator monitors the monitor sound via the headphones, the talkback / dimmer is not required. Therefore, whether or not the talkback / dima is enabled and the attenuation amount when the monitor is enabled are determined by the console 100A. It can be set freely on the 100B side. In the master console 100A, whether or not the talkback dimmer of the consoles 100A and 100B is linked is set by the switch 154a. For example, when the consoles 100A and 100B are arranged physically close to each other and each operator performs monitoring using a monitor speaker, the monitor sound on one console side passes through the other talkback microphone. May wrap around. Therefore, in such a case, when talkback dimmer is executed in at least one of the consoles, it is preferable to link them so that they are always executed in the other console.
[0062]
The first monitor signal MON1 output from the selector 250 (see FIG. 4) is output as the monitor signal MON_A of the console 100A through the amplifier 306e and the adders 310e and 312e sequentially. The talkback signal TB_B output via the input switch 302e is supplied to the adder 310e via the switch 304e. Therefore, when the switch 304e is turned on, the talkback signal TB_B from the console 100B is mixed with the first monitor signal MON1 and supplied to the console 100A.
[0063]
Similarly, the second monitor signal MON2 output from the selector 252 is output as the monitor signal MON_A of the console 100B via the amplifier 326e and the adders 330e and 332e sequentially. The talkback signal TB_A output via the input switch 300e is supplied to the adder 330e via the switch 324e. Therefore, when the switch 324e is turned on, the talkback signal TB_A from the console 100A is mixed with the second monitor signal MON2 and supplied to the console 100B.
[0064]
These switches 304e and 324e are preferably turned on when the consoles 100A and 100B are physically separated from each other. This is because the operators of both consoles can talk using both talkback signals and the monitor signal MON_A.
[0065]
Further, the comb-in signal COMM_IN_1 (E) in the engine 200E is supplied to the gate circuit 318e via the adder 314e and the switch 316e. Accordingly, when there is no need to listen to the comb-in signal, the operator may set the switch 316e to the off state. In addition, in the gate circuit 318e, when the level of the supplied comb-in signal becomes equal to or higher than a predetermined threshold value, the comb-in signal is supplied to the adder 312e. Shut off.
[0066]
As a result, even if a low level noise is supplied to the gate circuit 318e via, for example, a microphone for a comb-in signal, this is not heard by the operator, so that the monitoring operation of the operator is not hindered. On the other hand, when the operator on the engine 200E side inputs the comb-in signal with a certain amount of sound, the gate circuit 318e is turned on, and the com-in signal COMM_IN_1 (E) is mixed with the first monitor signal MON1, so that the worker's voice Can be accurately transmitted to the operator of the console 100A.
[0067]
The adder 314e is supplied with the talkback signal TB_C of the master console 100C connected to the engine 200F, which is the partner of the cascade connection, via the switch 322e, and the talkback signal TB_D of the slave console 100D is supplied to the switch 320e. Further, the COM-IN signal COMM_IN_1 (F) in the engine 200F is supplied via the switch 308e. Accordingly, when any one or more of the switches 308e, 320e, and 322e are set to the on state, the comin signal COMM_IN_1 (F), the talkback signal TB_D, or the talkback signal TB_C is corresponding to the first monitor signal. It is mixed by MON1 and listened to by the operator of console 100A.
[0068]
Here, the gain of the amplifier 306e is linked to the gate circuit 318e. That is, when the gate circuit 318e becomes conductive, the gain of the amplifier 306e automatically decreases. Thereby, the comb-in signal can be accurately transmitted to the operator without being disturbed by the monitor signal sound or the like.
[0069]
Similar to the above-described configuration, the comb-in signal COMM_IN_2 (E) is supplied to the adder 332e via the adder 334e, the switch 336e, and the gate circuit 338e. It is possible to mix. Further, the talkback signals TB_C and TB_D of the consoles 100C and 100D and the comb-in signal COMM_IN_2 (E) of the engine 200F are supplied to the adder 334e via the switches 342e and 340e and the switch 328e, respectively. When set to, the corresponding talkback signal is mixed with the second monitor signal MON2 and listened to by the operator of the console 100B.
[0070]
The talkback signal TB_A is supplied to the first input terminal of the switch 356e through the adder 352e. The talkback signal TB_B is supplied to the second input terminal of the switch 356e via the adder 362e. The talkback signals TB_A and TB_B are mixed via adders 352e, 362e and 364e and supplied to the third input terminal of the switch 356e. In the switch 356e, one of the signals supplied to the first to third input terminals is selected.
[0071]
Reference numeral 354e denotes an oscillator that outputs a sine wave signal or the like for testing the acoustic state of a concert hall or the like. One of the output signal of the oscillator 354e or the talkback signal selected by the switch 356e is selected by the switch 358e, and the selected signal is output as the talkback signal TB_OUT (E) for the engine 200E, as described above. To the output patch unit 258 (see FIG. 4) of the engine 200E. As described above, both the “2” system talkback signals TB_OUT may be supplied to the output patch unit 258.
[0072]
Here, the switching state of the switch 358e is automatically set according to the state of the switch 356e and the input switches 300e and 302e. That is, when the switch 356e is switched to the first input terminal, the input switch 300e is turned on. When the switch 356e is switched to the second input terminal, the input switch 302e is switched on. Switch 358e is switched to the switch 356e side when one of the input switches 300e and 302e is turned on when the switch 356e is switched to the third input terminal. In other cases, the switch 358e is switched to the oscillator 354e side.
[0073]
Accordingly, when any one of the talkback signals TB_A and TB_B is output via the switch 356e, the switch 358e is always switched to the switch 356e side, and the talkback signal TB_OUT includes the talkback signals TB_A and TB_B. At least one of them will be mixed. In addition, the talkback signal TB_C is supplied to the adder 352e via the switch 360e, and the talkback signal TB_D is supplied to the adder 362e via the switch 366e. Therefore, by turning on one or both of the switches 360e and 366e, the talkback signal TB_OUT (E) obtained by mixing the talkback signals TB_C and TB_D can be output.
[0074]
Next, 350e and 368e are switches for talkback / dimmer interlocking control. When the switch 350e is set to the ON state, when talkback / dima is executed in the master console 100C on the engine 200F side, the talkback / dima is also executed in conjunction with the master console 100A on the engine 200E side. The Further, when the switch 368e is set to the on state, when the talkback dimmer is executed in the slave console 100D on the engine 200F side, the talkback dimmer is also interlocked with the slave console 100B on the engine 200E side. Executed.
[0075]
The monitoring system algorithm executed mainly in the consoles 100A and 100B and the engine 200E has been described above with reference to FIG. 6, but the same algorithm is executed also in the consoles 100C and 100D and the engine 200F. The contents are shown in FIG. In FIG. 7, parts corresponding to the respective parts in FIG. 6 are denoted by reference numerals obtained by changing the letters “a”, “b” or “e” at the end of the reference numerals of the respective parts to “c”, “d” or “f”. . However, the codes of switches related to the call path between the consoles 100A and 100D are 320e and 320f, and the codes of switches related to the call path between the consoles 100B and 100C are 342e and 342f.
[0076]
Of these switches, the pair of switches 154a and 154c, the pair of switches 304e and 304f, and the pair of switches 324e and 324f are not linked. This is because these switches are preferably set uniquely according to the physical installation state of the two consoles constituting the corresponding dual console.
[0077]
On the other hand, a pair of switches 308e and 308f, a pair of switches 320e and 320f, a pair of switches 322e and 322f, a pair of switches 328e and 328f, a pair of switches 340e and 340f, a pair of switches 342e and 342f, and a pair of switches 350e and 350f The pair of switches 360e and 360f, the pair of switches 366e and 366f, and the pair of switches 368e and 368f are all linked. The on / off states of these switches can be operated on any of the corresponding consoles.
[0078]
In addition, when the switches 360e and 360f or the switches 366e and 366f are turned on, the switch 358e automatically switches to the switch 356e side when the cascade-connected counterpart talkback signal is output via the switch 356e. Can be switched. For example, when the switches 360e and 360f are turned on and the contact of the switch 356e is set to the first or third input terminal, the input switch 300f for the talkback signal TB_C is turned on. The switch 358e is automatically switched to the switch 356e side.
[0079]
Similarly, when the switches 366e and 366f are turned on and the contact of the switch 356e is set to the second or third input terminal, the input switch 302f for the talkback signal TB_D is turned on. Sometimes switch 358e is automatically switched to switch 356e. A similar operation is also executed in the engine 200F.
[0080]
2.2.2. Algorithm setting according to mixer arrangement
Next, with reference to FIGS. 8A to 8E, the arrangement relationship of the consoles and the preferable setting states of the switches will be described. First, as shown in FIG. 2A, the consoles 100A and 100B forming one of the cascade connection groups (cascade group) are brought close to each other, and the consoles 100C and 100D forming the other cascade group are brought close to each other, An arrangement state in which the distance is increased is conceivable. It is also conceivable to arrange all the consoles 100A to 100D close to each other as shown in FIG.
[0081]
Further, as shown in FIG. 5C, the consoles 100A and 100C that are masters of the respective cascade groups are arranged close to each other, and the consoles 100B and 100D that are slave consoles are arranged close to each other, and the distance between the master and the slave consoles is increased. Such an arrangement state can be considered. Further, it is possible to arrange such that the distances between all the consoles are separated as shown in FIG. 4D, and the consoles 100A and 100D and the consoles 100B and 100C are brought close to each other as shown in FIG. Arrangement is also possible.
[0082]
In the example of FIG. 5A, both the switches 154a and 154c are set to the on state, and the talkback dimmer is linked for each cascade group. In addition, the switches 304e, 304f, 324e, and 324f may be set to an off state so that adjacent operators can directly talk without going through the system.
[0083]
Further, the switches 350e, 350f, 368e, and 368f may be set to an off state so that a talkback dimmer is not generated by a remote console. It is desirable to secure a call path between remote consoles by setting the switches 322e, 322f, 320e, 320f, 342e, 342f, 340e, and 340f to the on state. Further, by setting the switches 360e, 360f, 366e, and 366f to the on state, the talkback signal in the other engine can be mixed with the talkback signal TB_OUT in one engine, thereby Can be unified.
[0084]
Further, when all the consoles 100A to 100D are arranged close to each other as shown in FIG. 5B, the switches 154a and 154c are set to the on state, and the switches 304e, 304f, 324e and 324f are set to the off state. Good. However, it is preferable to secure a communication path between the consoles 100A and 100D slightly apart by setting the switches 320e, 320f, 342e, and 342f to the on state.
[0085]
In other arrangement methods, it is preferable to determine the on / off state of each switch based on the same idea. That is, consoles that are close to each other are preferably linked with talkback dimmer and the call path switch is turned off. In addition, the consoles that are separated from each other may be made independent of talkback dimmers and a call path using a talkback signal may be formed.
[0086]
2.3. Configuring controls on the console
The operator group 114 in the console 100 is provided with various state setting operators as in a normal mixing console. Among them, the configuration of the operators related to the above-described mixing system and monitor system will be described with reference to FIG.
In the figure, reference numeral 132 denotes a cascade-off switch. When this switch is pressed, the cascade connection between the engines is disconnected (connection indicated by a one-dot chain line in FIG. 5 and connection of the cascade cable 290 in FIG. 6). . Reference numeral 134 denotes a cascade master switch. When this switch is pressed, the engine of the cascade group to which the console belongs is set as the cascade master.
[0087]
136 is a cascade slave switch. When this switch is pressed, the engine of the cascade group to which the console belongs is set as a cascade slave. The switches 132, 134, and 136 are effective in any console. For example, in a dual console cascade connection system, the cascade mode can be switched in any of the consoles 100A to 100D.
[0088]
Talkback link switch 138 switches the talkback signal link on / off state between two cascaded console systems. When the talkback link switch 138 in the console 100A is operated, the on / off states of the switches 360e and 360f are switched. Further, when the talkback link switch 138 in the console 100B is operated, the on / off states of the switches 366e and 366f are switched.
[0089]
Reference numeral 139 denotes a talkback to monitor B switch. A switch 139 provided in one console transmits a talkback signal of the one console to a monitor signal MON_A ( When viewed from the side of one console, the monitor signal MON_B) is specified whether or not to mix. For example, when the talkback to monitor B switch 139 in the console 100A is operated, the on / off state of the switch 324e is switched, and when the switch 139 in the console 100B is operated, the on / off state of the switch 304e is switched. .
[0090]
Next, reference numeral 140 denotes a comb-in link switch. Each time the switches of the consoles 100A to 100D are pressed, the on / off states of the switches 308e, 328e, 308f, and 328f are switched. That is, when the comin link switch 140 in the console 100A is operated, the on / off states of the switches 308e and 308f are switched, and when the switch 140 in the console 100B is operated, the on / off states of the switches 328e and 328f are switched. Is switched.
[0091]
Reference numerals 142 and 143 denote cascade talkback to comb-in switches. Whether or not to link the talkback signal from the console of the counterpart cascade group to the comin signal of one console in which the switches 142 and 143 are provided. It is a switch to switch between. For example, when the switch 142 is set to the on state in the console 100A, the switch 322e is set to the on state, and in conjunction with this, the 322f is set to the on state, thereby enabling a call between the consoles 100A and 100C. Become.
[0092]
In addition, when the switch 143 is set to the on state in the console 100A, the switch 320e is set to the on state, and in conjunction with this, the switch 320f is set to the on state, and a call between the consoles 100A and 100D is possible. become. Similarly, when the switches 142 and 143 in the console 100B are operated, the on / off states of the switches 342e and 340e are switched, and the on / off states of the switches 342f and 340f are also switched in conjunction therewith.
[0093]
Next, reference numeral 144 denotes a VCA link switch. Each time this switch is pressed, the on / off state of the VCA link between cascade groups is switched. Here, VCA will be described briefly. First, since faders are assigned to a plurality of input channels in the mixing system, the volume levels of these input channels can be freely set by operating these faders. However, when these input channels are mutually related signals, it is convenient if all the sound volume levels of these input channels can be adjusted in conjunction with each other by operating one fader.
[0094]
Therefore, in addition to faders corresponding to a plurality of input channels, a common fader that increases or decreases the volume level of these input channels in some cases may be provided. Such an operation is called a VCA, and a common fader assigned to a plurality of input channels is called a VCA fader. The VCA settings include the validity / invalidity of each VCA fader and the input channel assignment state for each VCA fader. When the VCA is linked, the setting contents are shared in both cascade groups.
[0095]
Next, reference numeral 146 denotes a cue link switch, which is a switch for setting whether or not to perform cue link with a corresponding console in the counterpart cascade group. In the above-described system in which the dual consoles are connected in cascade, the on / off states of the switches 274e and 274f (see FIG. 5) are switched in conjunction by the cue link switch 146 of the consoles 100A and 100C. By the cue link switch 146, the on / off states of the switches 280e and 280f are switched in conjunction with each other.
[0096]
Reference numeral 148 denotes a scene link switch which switches whether or not scene recall is linked between cascade groups. The scene link switch 148 is effective in any of the consoles 100A to 100D. Reference numeral 149 denotes a cue link switch, which is a switch for switching whether or not to operate cue operations between two consoles in a dual console system. The switch 149 is effective in both the master / slave console.
[0097]
3． Operation of the embodiment
3.1. Operations related to cascade connection
3.1.1. Timer interrupt processing
When a console connected to each engine (master console in a dual console system) is set as a cascade master or cascade slave, the timer interrupt processing routine shown in FIG. The CPU 118 is activated.
In the figure, when the process proceeds to step SP202, it is detected whether or not another engine is connected via the cascade I / O unit 206 of the engine. Next, when the process proceeds to step SP204, it is determined whether or not the “cascade connection flag” stored in the RAM 122 is “1”. The cascade connection flag is a flag that is reset to “0” when the engine 200 is connected, and is set to “1” when another engine is subsequently cascade connected to the engine.
[0098]
If the cascade connection flag is “0”, “NO” is determined in step SP204, and the process proceeds to step SP210. Here, it is determined whether or not another engine is physically connected via the cascade I / O unit 206. If “YES” is determined here, the process proceeds to step SP212, and the model, version, and setting state of the partner engine are confirmed. Here, the version is the version of the firmware stored in the flash memory 220, and the setting state is the state of “cascade master”, “cascade slave”, or “cascade off”.
[0099]
For example, if your own engine is set as a cascade master, the other party must be a cascade slave. If your own engine is set as a cascade slave, the other party must be a cascade master. Must. Next, when the process proceeds to step SP214, based on the confirmation result in step SP212, it is determined whether or not the own engine and the partner engine are compatible with the cascade connection. In other words, in order to perform cascade connection, both engines must be of the same model and the firmware versions of both engines must be the same. One of the engines is set as the cascade master and the other as the cascade slave. Must have been.
[0100]
If the confirmation result meets this condition, it is determined as “YES”, and the process proceeds to step SP216. Here, connection start processing of both engines is executed. Specifically, first, linked parameters (for example, VCA settings) are copied from the console on the cascade master side to the console on the cascade slave side. Next, in step SP216, the algorithm of the mixing system and the monitor system is changed. The details will be described using a dual console cascade connection system (FIG. 2D) as an example.
[0101]
First, before execution of step SP216, the independent mixing system algorithms (see FIG. 4) were constructed in the engines 200E and 200F. On the other hand, the algorithm around the mixing bus and queue bus is changed as shown in FIG. That is, the mixing buses 244e and 244f are linked to each other, and the queue buses 246e and 246f or the queue buses 248e and 248f can be linked and released based on the on / off states of the switches 274e and 274f and the switches 280e and 280f. Become.
[0102]
Regarding the monitor system, before execution of step SP216, the algorithms of the monitor system shown in FIGS. 6 and 7 were formed in each engine, but it is considered that there is no signal between cascade groups. It was. In other words, all the signal levels passing through the cascade cable 290 are regarded as “0”. However, by executing step SP216, the signals of the monitor system are exchanged with each other, and in each console, it is possible to mix the talkback signal or the like in the counterpart cascade group into a comb-in signal or the like.
[0103]
However, the processing executed in this routine is processing for setting the algorithm of the engine on the own machine side to the last. If this routine is executed in the console 100A, only the algorithm of the engine 200E is set. On the other hand, since the same routine is executed in the console 100C in the other cascade group, the algorithm on the engine 200F side is set by this. As described above, when the processing of step SP216 is completed in both master consoles, the reconstruction of the algorithm in both engines 200E and 200F is completed. As described above, when the process of step SP216 is completed, the process proceeds to step SP218, and the cascade connection flag is set to “1”.
[0104]
If “NO” is determined in step SP210 described above, the timer interrupt processing is terminated without performing substantial processing. If “NO” is determined in step SP214, the process proceeds to step SP215, and a predetermined error display is performed on the display 214 of the engine. In this error display, the fact that the cascade connection was not successful and the reason (model mismatch, version mismatch, or setting conflict) are displayed. Further, the console connected to the engine is notified that an error has occurred, and the error is similarly displayed on the display 102 of the console.
[0105]
When the timer interrupt processing routine (FIG. 9) is started again after the cascade connection flag is set to “1”, the processing proceeds to step SP206 via steps SP202 and SP204. Here, it is determined whether or not it is impossible to continue the cascade connection. For example, this is the case when the cable connecting both engines is disconnected, or when the cascade mode of the engines 200E and 200F is set to a state where connection is not possible (for example, both are cascade masters).
[0106]
If “YES” is determined in step SP206, the process proceeds to step SP208, and a connection stop process is executed. In other words, the algorithm of the mixing system and the monitor system returns to the state before step SP216 is executed first. Next, when the process proceeds to step SP209, the cascade connection flag is set to “0”, and the process of this routine ends.
[0107]
3.1.2. Scene recall processing
When a scene recall operation is executed in any console, a scene recall event processing routine shown in FIG. 10A is started in the console. The operation in the single console system will be mainly described here, and the operation in the dual console system will be described later.
[0108]
In the figure, when the process proceeds to step SP230, the scene number of the recalled scene is substituted into the variable SN. Next, when the process proceeds to step SP232, it is determined whether or not the engine corresponding to the console is cascade-connected to another engine, and whether or not the scene recall operation is linked in the cascade connection. If "NO" is determined here, the process proceeds to step SP234.
[0109]
Here, the portion related to the scene number SN in the contents of the scene area 122b in the console is copied to the current area 122a as new current operation data. Next, when the process proceeds to step SP236, the algorithm parameters and the like of the signal processing unit 202 of the corresponding engine are reset based on the current operation data. Thereby, the contents of the scene number SN are reproduced by the engine alone, and the processing of this routine is completed.
[0110]
On the other hand, if “YES” is determined in step SP232, the process proceeds to step SP238, and a recall request is transmitted together with the scene number SN to the console belonging to the counterpart cascade group. Hereinafter, a case where a scene recall operation has occurred in the console 100A in a dual console cascade connection system will be described as an example. When a scene recall operation occurs, the scene number SN and the recall request are transmitted to the consoles 100C and 100D belonging to the counterpart cascade group.
[0111]
Next, when the process proceeds to step SP240, the contents of the scene number SN in the scene area 122b are copied to the current area 122a as new current operation data in the console 100A. Next, when the process proceeds to step SP244, whether “linkable response” has been received from both consoles 100C and 100D of the partner group, or whether a timeout has occurred (whether a predetermined time has passed after the end of step SP240). It is determined whether or not. If "NO" is determined here, the process of step SP244 is repeated.
[0112]
On the other hand, when a recall request is transmitted from the console 100A to the consoles 100C and 100D in step SP238, the consoles 100C and 100D each start a recall request reception event processing routine shown in FIG. In the figure, when the process proceeds to step SP270, the transmitted scene number is substituted into the variable SN. Next, when the process proceeds to step SP272, the scene data of each scene number SN is copied to the current area 122a in the consoles 100C and D.
[0113]
Next, when the process proceeds to step SP274, a recall enable response is transmitted to the console 100A that is the counterpart of the cascade connection (where the scene recall operation has occurred). Next, when the process proceeds to step SP276, it is determined whether or not the linked parameter is received from the partner side. If “NO” is determined here, the process proceeds to step SP280 to receive a recall start command from the other party, or whether a timeout has occurred (whether a predetermined time has passed after the end of step SP274) or not. Determined. If "NO" is determined here, the process returns to the step SP276.
[0114]
Accordingly, steps SP276 and SP280 are repeatedly executed in the consoles 100C and 100D until a parameter or a recall start command is supplied from the console 100A. On the other hand, when the above-described step SP274 is executed in both the consoles 100C and 100D and both recallable responses are received by the console 100A, “YES” is determined in step SP244 in FIG. move on.
[0115]
In step SP246, it is determined whether or not a linked parameter exists. If “YES” is determined here, the process proceeds to step SP248, and the linked parameters are transmitted to the consoles 100C and 100D. The “parameter” here is a parameter belonging to the scene number SN. For example, it is assumed that “VCA” is linked in both cascade groups, and the state of the VCA related to this scene number SN is changed in any cascade group.
[0116]
In such a case, the setting data related to the VCA is transferred from the console 100A where the scene recall operation has occurred to the consoles 100C and 100D. When the linked parameter is received by the console 100C or 100D, the console determines “YES” in step SP276 every time the parameter is received, and executes step SP278. That is, the current operation data is sequentially updated according to the received parameters.
[0117]
As described above, when a scene recall operation occurs in any console, one of the features of this embodiment is that the linked parameters are transmitted from the “console where the operation occurred” to the “other console”. . That is, in the timer interrupt processing routine (FIG. 9) described above, the various parameters are always transmitted from the “cascade master console” to the “cascade slave console”, but once the cascade connection is established, The linked parameters can be edited at the console on either side of the cascade master and cascade slave. As a result, the operator at any console can reflect the setting contents of the link parameter of the console on the own machine to other consoles by performing a scene recall operation.
[0118]
In the console 100A, after all linked parameters are transmitted, the process proceeds to step SP250. Here, a recall start command is transmitted to consoles 100C and 100D. Next, when the process proceeds to step SP252, the algorithm parameters and the like of the signal processing unit 202 of the engine 200E are controlled so as to match the contents of the current area 122a. As a result, the processing in the console 100A where the scene recall operation has occurred ends.
[0119]
On the other hand, in consoles 100C and 100D, when the recall start command is received, “YES” is determined in step SP280, and the process proceeds to step SP282. Here, the algorithm parameters and the like of the signal processing unit 202 of the engine 200F are controlled so as to match the contents of the current area 122a of the console 100C or 100D.
[0120]
As described above, in the present embodiment, when a scene recall operation occurs in any of the consoles when the scenes are linked in cascade connection, the scene recall operation is reflected almost simultaneously in all the related engines. (Steps SP252 and 282). As a result, for example, even when other uninterruptable processing is being executed on the console or engine on the side that received the recall request, there is a problem that the timing of scene recall is shifted for each console and engine. It can be prevented in advance.
[0121]
However, in step SP244 or 280, a timeout is also determined. For example, if the console on the side that transmitted or received the recall request cannot respond for a relatively long time, the other console It is possible to switch scenes independently.
[0122]
3.2. Operation related to dual console
3.2.1. Timer interrupt processing in the console
Each console is set to an operation mode of “dual console off”, “dual console master”, or “dual console slave” by the operator. These operation modes correspond to the operation states of “master console of single console system”, “master console of dual console system”, and “slave console of dual console system”, respectively. In other words, the operator sets each operation mode according to an operation state desired for each console.
[0123]
Here, when “dual console off” is selected as the operation mode, the operation state of the console is always set to “master console of a single console system”. However, when the master console or slave console of the dual console system is selected as the operation mode, the actual console operation state is determined according to the console operation mode and the actual connection state.
[0124]
For this reason, when the operation mode is set to “dual console master” or “dual console slave”, the timer interrupt routine shown in FIG. 11 is started at each predetermined time in each console. In the figure, when the process proceeds to step SP102, it is detected whether another console is connected via the dual I / O unit 106 or not. Next, when the process proceeds to step SP104, it is determined whether or not the dual connection flag stored in the RAM 122 is “1”. The dual connection flag is a flag that is reset to “0” when the console is turned on, and is set to “1” when another console is connected via the dual I / O unit 106 of the console. is there.
[0125]
If the dual connection flag is “0”, “NO” is determined in step SP104, and the process proceeds to step SP110. Here, it is determined whether another console is physically connected via the dual I / O unit 106. If “YES” is determined here, the process proceeds to step SP112 to check the setting state of the model, version, and operation mode of the counterpart console. Here, the version is a version of firmware stored in the flash memory 120.
[0126]
The dual connection flag is a flag for determining the operation state of each console in the dual console system. That is, in this routine, even if the operation mode is a dual console master or a dual console slave, various processes are executed assuming that the console is a master console at first. When the dual connection flag is set to “1”, the operation state of the console whose operation mode is the dual console master is the master console, and the operation state of the console whose operation mode is the dual console slave is the slave console. It will be confirmed.
[0127]
Next, when the process proceeds to step SP114, it is determined based on the confirmation result in step SP112 whether or not the own machine and the other party are compatible with the dual console system. That is, both console models must be the same, and the firmware versions of both consoles must match. In addition, if the operation mode of your machine is a dual console master, the other party's operation mode must be a dual console slave. If your machine is a dual console slave, the other party must be a dual console master. I must.
[0128]
If the confirmation result meets this condition, it is determined as “YES”, and the process proceeds to step SP116. Here, it is determined whether or not the operation mode of the console is set to the dual console master.
[0129]
If “YES” is determined here, the process proceeds to step SP117, and the current operation data, scene data, and library data are compared with the counterpart console set as the dual console slave. In the comparison, if all of these data are transferred, an enormous transfer time is required. Therefore, the checksum result and the time stamp are received from the slave console and compared based on them.
[0130]
Next, when the process proceeds to step SP118, it is determined whether or not there is a mismatch in the comparison result of step SP116. If there is a mismatch, it is determined as “YES”, and the process proceeds to step SP120, and a pop-up window is displayed on the display 102 to inquire the operator whether to match the data related to the mismatch. In this pop-up window, a message “Do you want to transfer unmatched data to the remote console?”, Estimated transfer time (for example, “20 minutes”), “OK” button, and “Cancel” button are displayed. Is done.
[0131]
By the way, there are three types of data that can be transferred from the master console to the slave console: current operation data, scene data, and library data, and the pop-up window is displayed for each of the data inconsistent among these data. . That is, the pop-up window is displayed a maximum of three times. When the operator clicks the “OK” button with any mouse in any window, the corresponding data is transferred from the master console to the slave console, and the data is stored in the corresponding area 122a, 122b or 122c in the slave console. Sequentially transferred. The scene area 122b stores a maximum of about “1000” sets of scene data. Since it is determined for each scene data whether or not there is a mismatch, the number of scene data that do not match is determined. If it is less, the transfer time will be shorter.
[0132]
The operator can stop the transfer at any time by clicking a “cancel” button with the mouse during the transfer. If the transfer has been completed for all three types of data or the “Cancel” button has been pressed, the process proceeds to step SP122. In other words, even if the scene data and the like are not completely matched between the master console and the slave console, they can be operated as a dual console system. For example, if scene switching is not performed, the scene data of both consoles may be left in different states. Such a function is particularly suitable when a dual console system needs to be set up quickly.
[0133]
Next, when the process proceeds to step SP122, a connection start process is performed between the two consoles. That is, an operation event processing routine or the like (FIGS. 13A to 13D) described later is made effective, and an operation on one console is reflected on the other console. Next, when the process proceeds to step SP123, the dual connection flag is set to “1”. When the above steps are completed, the process proceeds to step SP124 (FIG. 12).
[0134]
If “NO” is determined in step SP110 described above, steps SP112 to SP123 are skipped, and the process immediately proceeds to step SP124. If “NO” is determined in step SP114, the process proceeds to step SP115, a predetermined error display is performed on the display 102 of the console, and then the process proceeds to step SP124. In this error display, the fact that the construction of the dual console system was not successful and the reason (model mismatch, version mismatch, or setting conflict) are displayed.
[0135]
If the operation mode of the console executing the routine is set to dual console slave, “NO” is determined in step SP116, and the process immediately proceeds to step SP122. Thereby, the connection start process with the master console is executed without displaying the above-described pop-up window or the like on the slave console.
[0136]
In step SP124 (FIG. 12), it is determined whether or not the console is confirmed as a slave console. As described above, if the operation mode is a dual console slave and the dual connection flag is “1”, the console is determined as a slave console. In such a case, steps SP125 to SP138 related to engine connection are skipped. In other words, even if an engine is connected to the console determined as the slave console, no processing is performed on the engine.
[0137]
If the console is not confirmed as a slave console, the process proceeds to step SP125. A console in which the operation mode is set to dual console slave and the dual connection flag is still “0” corresponds to this, and the process proceeds to step SP125. In this step, it is determined whether or not the engine connection flag is “1”. If the flag is “0”, “NO” is determined, and the process proceeds to step SP130. Here, it is determined whether or not the engine is physically connected via the data I / O unit 110 and the communication I / O unit 112. If “YES” is determined here, the process proceeds to step SP132 to check the model of the engine and the firmware version.
[0138]
Next, when the process proceeds to step SP134, based on the confirmation result in step SP132, it is determined whether or not the engine is suitable for the console. If the engine is compatible with the console, “YES” is determined, and the process proceeds to step SP136. Here, the state of the signal processing unit 202 in the engine is set based on the contents of the current area 122a.
[0139]
Next, when the process proceeds to step SP138, the engine connection flag is set to “1”, and the process of this routine ends. If “NO” is determined in step SP130 described above, steps SP132 to SP138 are skipped, and the processing of this routine is immediately terminated. If “NO” is determined in step SP134, the process proceeds to step SP135, and after a predetermined error display is performed on the display 102 of the console, the process of this routine ends. In this error display, the fact that the connection to the engine was not successful and the reason (model, version mismatch, etc.) are displayed.
[0140]
With the above processing, the distinction between “master console” and “slave console” is determined. That is, the console having both the dual connection flag and the engine connection flag “1” is “master console”, and the console having the dual connection flag “1” and the engine connection flag “0” is “slave console”. It is.
[0141]
By the way, when the timer interrupt processing routine (FIG. 11) is started again after the dual connection flag is set to “1”, the processing proceeds to step SP106 via steps SP102 and SP104. Here, it is determined whether or not it is impossible to continue the dual console system. For example, this is the case when the cable connecting both consoles is disconnected, or when both consoles are set as master consoles. If “YES” is determined in step SP106, connection stop processing is executed in step SP108. Next, when the process proceeds to step SP109, the dual connection flag “0” is set, and the processes after step SP125 are executed.
[0142]
Whether steps SP108 and SP109 have been executed in the conventional master console or in the conventional slave console, the console functions as a single console.
[0143]
When the timer interrupt processing routine (FIG. 11) is started again after the engine connection flag is set to “1”, the process proceeds to step SP126 via step SP125 in the master console. Here, it is determined whether or not the connection to the engine has been disconnected. For example, this is the case when the cable between the console and the engine is disconnected, or when the engine is turned off. If “YES” is determined in step SP126, a connection stop process is executed in step SP128, and an engine connection flag is set to “0” in step SP129.
[0144]
3.2.2. Master console timer interrupt processing: Fig. 13 (d)
In the master console (or single console), a timer interrupt processing routine shown in FIG. 13 (d) is started every predetermined time. This routine is executed more frequently than the timer interrupt routine in FIG. When the process proceeds to step SP180 in FIG. 13D, it is determined whether or not a change has occurred in the current operation data. The current operation data is updated by an operation event processing routine (FIG. 13 (a)) described below. If "YES" is determined here, the process proceeds to step SP182, and the parameters of the algorithm of the corresponding mixing system in the engine are updated based on the changed data. By this routine, the content of the mixing process is controlled based on the current operation data of the master console (or single console).
[0145]
3.2.3. Operation event processing routine: FIG. 13 (a)
Regardless of the master / slave, when a predetermined operation event occurs in the electric fader unit 104 or the operator group 114 of any console, the operation event processing routine shown in FIG. Here, the “predetermined operation event” is an operation that gives a change to the mixing system, and includes a scene recall operation, an operation of an electric fader, an operation for sound quality adjustment, and the like. Accordingly, operations such as the setting relating to the cue signal CUE and the monitor signal MON_A, and the assignment setting of the operation element (setting which function is assigned to which operation element) are not included in the “predetermined operation event”.
[0146]
In the figure, when the process proceeds to step SP150, the parameter number for identifying the operated parameter is substituted for the variable PN, and the new value after the operation for the parameter is substituted for the variable BUF. Next, when the process proceeds to step SP152, it is determined whether or not the console where the operation has occurred is connected to another console to form a dual console system.
[0147]
If "YES" is determined here, the process proceeds to step SP154, and the contents of the operation event that has occurred, that is, the parameter number PN and the parameter value BUF are transmitted to the counterpart console via the dual I / O unit 106. Is done. When the console constitutes a single console system, “NO” is determined in step SP152, and step SP154 is not executed. Next, when the process proceeds to step SP156, the current operation data in the current area 122a is updated according to the operation content. If the generated operation event is an operation of the electric fader, the volume of the input channel or output channel assigned to the electric fader in the current operation data is controlled in step SP156 according to the position of the electric fader. Data is updated. If the generated operation event is a scene recall operation, the above-described scene recall event processing routine (FIG. 10A) is called in step SP156.
[0148]
When a scene recall operation event occurs in the dual console system, the parameter number PN is set to a value indicating “scene recall”, and the parameter value BUF is set to the scene number. Here, there is a possibility that scene data having the same scene number is different in the master / slave console, but in this routine, the difference in these scene data is not taken into consideration. This is one of the features of this embodiment. That is, in this embodiment, the information exchanged between the consoles at the time of scene recall is only the parameter number PN and the parameter value BUF, and the amount of information transmitted can be made extremely small. As a result, both consoles can quickly switch scenes based on the scene data of their own devices.
[0149]
3.2.4. Operation event reception processing routine: FIG. 13 (b)
In step SP154, when the operation event content is transmitted from the console in which the operation has occurred, the operation event reception processing routine shown in FIG. 13B is started in the console on the side receiving the operation event content.
[0150]
In the figure, when the process proceeds to step SP160, the received parameter number and parameter value are substituted into variables PN and BUF, respectively. Next, when the process proceeds to step SP162, it is checked whether or not the parameter number PN and the parameter value BUF are consistent with the current operation data.
[0151]
That is, in the dual console system, it is desirable that the current operation data of both consoles match, but as described above in step SP120, even if there is a difference in the current operation data or scene data of both consoles, Ignoring this, the dual console operation can be started. If the difference in the current operation data is ignored, there is a possibility that both consoles will be inconsistent from the beginning. If any scene data is inconsistent, the current operation data may be inconsistent when the scene data is recalled in both consoles.
[0152]
Here, the meaning of “mismatch” will be described briefly. “Inconsistency” occurs when “a certain parameter (input channel pair setting, effect selection, etc.) causes the number of parameters to increase or decrease or the function of another parameter is changed”. For example, “when the parameter specified by the parameter number is not valid” or “when the parameter specified by the parameter number tries to set a parameter value outside the allowable change range”.
[0153]
Next, when the process proceeds to step SP164, it is determined whether or not the operation event is consistent based on the check result of SP162. If there is consistency, it is determined as “YES”, the process proceeds to step SP166, and the current operation data is updated according to the received operation event. If “NO” is determined in step SP164, the process proceeds to step SP168, and a warning display indicating that a mismatch has occurred is performed on the display device 102 on the slave console side. The process of this routine is completed by the above steps.
[0154]
The processing of step SP168 actually differs depending on whether this routine is executed on the master console or the slave console. That is, when step SP168 is executed at the master console, a command is output from the master console to display a warning to the slave console, and when this is received at the slave console, the warning display is displayed at the slave console. Done. When step SP168 is executed on the slave console side, a warning is simply displayed on the display 102 of the slave console under the control of the CPU 118 on the slave console side.
[0155]
According to the above operation, it can be seen that the phenomenon when an inconsistency occurs in an operation event differs depending on the console in which the operation event has occurred. That is, if the operation event originally occurred in the master console, the current operation data on the master console side is updated based on the operation event in step SP156. Since engine 200 sets the algorithm parameters and the like based on the current operation data on the master console side, the operation contents are reflected in the parameters as they are, and the output audio signal changes. That is, when viewed from the master console side, the sound signal is appropriately changed according to the operation content.
[0156]
On the other hand, when this inconsistent operation event occurs in the slave console, step SP156 is executed in the slave console. However, the current operation data on the slave console side is not reflected in the algorithm parameters of the engine 200. On the master console side, “NO” is determined in step SP164, and step SP166 is not executed. Therefore, the current operation data on the master console side is not updated. For this reason, when viewed from the slave console side, a phenomenon occurs in which no change is observed in the audio signal no matter how many times the corresponding operation element is operated. For this reason, in step SP168, a warning is displayed on the slave console.
[0157]
3.2.5. Display of verify screen
When a predetermined screen selection operation is performed on the master console, the verify / copy screen shown in FIG. 14 is displayed on the display 102 of the console. In FIG. 14, reference numeral 402 denotes an update button. When this button is clicked with the mouse, a verification start event processing routine shown in FIG. 13C is started. This routine is a routine for confirming whether there is a difference between the current operation data, the scene data, and the library data in the master and slave consoles.
[0158]
In FIG. 13C, when the process proceeds to step SP170, “0” is substituted into the variable i. Next, when the process proceeds to step SP172, the slave console is requested to transmit a checksum and a time stamp of the i-th data (current operation data, scene data, or library data). If a checksum and a time stamp are supplied from the slave console in response to this, the process proceeds to step SP174. Here, the checksum and time stamp supplied from the slave console are compared with the checksum and time stamp of the i-th data stored in the master console, and the comparison result is stored in a predetermined area in the RAM 122. At the same time, the contents of the verify / copy screen (FIG. 14) are updated based on the comparison result.
[0159]
Next, when the process proceeds to step SP174, it is determined whether or not the variable i is less than the maximum value i_MAX. If “YES” is determined here, the variable i is incremented by “1” in step SP178. Hereinafter, the processing of steps SP172 and SP174 is repeated for each data until the variable i reaches the maximum value i_MAX. When it is determined “NO” in step SP176 and the processing of this routine is completed, the verify / copy screen (FIG. 14) is updated based on the latest information.
[0160]
In FIG. 14, reference numeral 404 denotes an overall difference display portion. When there is a difference in at least one of the comparison results of the previous step SP174, “DIFF” is displayed, and when all the data match. Is displayed as “SAME”. Next, 406 is a scene data display command button. When this button is clicked with a mouse, the detailed contents of the scene data are displayed in a library list section 430 described later. Reference numeral 408 denotes a scene data difference display portion, which displays “DIFF” if there is a difference in scene data for any scene number, and displays “SAME” if all the scene data match. In addition, the other difference display part mentioned later also displays the difference of data by the same display method.
[0161]
Reference numeral 410 denotes a library data display command button group, which is composed of a plurality of display command buttons provided for each library data such as a unit library, a patch library, and a name library, and when any button is clicked with the mouse. The detailed contents of the library data corresponding to the library list portion 430 are displayed. Reference numeral 412 denotes a library data difference display unit group, which displays the difference between the master / slave consoles for each library data.
[0162]
Reference numeral 420 denotes a current operation data state display section. A current difference display section 424 provided therein includes current operation data in the master console (“CONSOLE 1” in the figure) and the slave console (“CONSOLE 2” in the figure). Display the difference. Reference numeral 422 denotes a copy instruction button. When this button is clicked with a mouse, the current operation data of the master console is copied to the slave console.
[0163]
The library list section 430 displays details of the scene data or library data selected by the scene data display command button 406 or the library data display command button group 410. In the illustrated example, details of scene data are displayed. The library list section 430 is composed of a plurality of “columns”, and the number column 440 displays the number of each data. Reference numerals 442 and 446 denote item name display columns, which display data names of the respective data. Reference numeral 448 denotes a difference display column, which displays the difference for each data.
[0164]
Reference numeral 444 denotes a copy instruction button row, and when the mouse is clicked, the corresponding data of the master console is copied to the slave console. The library list section 430 is composed of a plurality of rows 436, 436,..., But the top row 434 represents the scene data or the entire library data. That is, the difference display column 448 in the uppermost row 434 is displayed as “DIFF” if there is a difference in at least one data, and is displayed as “SAME” only when all the data match. Further, when the copy instruction button in the uppermost row 434 is clicked with the mouse, the entire difference data among the scene data or the library data is copied from the master console to the slave console. When a copy instruction button in a row 436 other than the top row is clicked with the mouse, data corresponding to that row in the scene data or library data is copied from the master console to the slave console. Reference numeral 450 denotes a scroll bar that scrolls lines 436, 436,... Excluding the top line 434 in the vertical direction.
[0165]
According to the above-described operation event processing routine (FIG. 13 (a)) and operation event reception processing routine (FIG. 13 (b)), if there is a scene recall or library recall operation in one console, the other console In, verification for the scene data or library data is automatically executed (SP162). Therefore, when the operator displays the verify / copy screen (FIG. 14) on the display unit 102 after performing the recall operation, the operator can recognize the difference in the recalled scene data or library data without operating the update button 402 in particular. Can be confirmed.
[0166]
Four. Modified example
The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment, and various modifications can be made as follows, for example.
(1) In the above embodiment, various processes are executed by a program operating on the console or engine. However, only this program is stored and distributed in a recording medium such as a CD-ROM or a flexible disk, or through a transmission line. It can also be distributed.
(2) In the above embodiment, the console and the engine are configured as separate units, but they may be integrated.
(3) In the above embodiment, all the monitor systems, that is, the first monitor system (the monitor selector 250, the first monitor signal MON1, the comin signal COMM_IN_1), the second monitor system (the monitor selector 252, the second The monitor signal MON2, the com-in signal COMM_IN_2), the first cue signal CUE1 (cue bus 246), and the second cue signal CUE2 (cue bus 248) are often configured in stereo, but may be configured in monaural. Alternatively, a multi-channel configuration such as 5.1 channel may be used.
(4) In the above embodiment, each switch 132 to 149 shown in FIG. 3 is provided for each console. However, two sets of these switches are provided for each console constituting the dual console system. The state of the other party's console may also be controlled.
(5) In step SP216 of the above embodiment, the independent mixing buses 244e and 244f are automatically linked in the engines 200E and 200F (see FIG. 5). However, it is not necessary to link all the “48” buses of the mixing buses 244e and 244f, and an on / off switch may be provided for each bus so that the on / off state of the link can be designated for each bus. Good.
[0167]
【The invention's effect】
As described above, according to the configuration in which the selection state of the first monitor signal is set based on the selection operation at the first console and the selection state of the second monitor signal is set based on the selection operation at the second console. Thus, it is possible to provide a monitoring environment with a high degree of freedom and high independence for a plurality of operators. Further, according to the configuration for setting the on / off state of the cue link and the like, it is possible to provide an optimal monitoring environment according to the number of operators and the arrangement of consoles.
[Brief description of the drawings]
FIG. 1 is a hardware block diagram of a console 100 and an engine 200. FIG.
FIG. 2 is a block diagram of various mixing systems that can be configured in the present embodiment.
3 is an external view of a main part of an operator group 114. FIG.
4 is a block diagram of a mixing system algorithm realized by one engine 200. FIG.
FIG. 5 is a block diagram of a main part of a mixing system algorithm in a cascade connection system realized by two engines 200E and 200F.
FIG. 6 is a block diagram (1/2) of an algorithm of a monitor system in a cascade connection of a dual console system.
FIG. 7 is a block diagram (2/2) of the algorithm of the monitor system in the cascade connection of the dual console system.
FIG. 8 is a diagram showing an example of a physical arrangement of each console.
FIG. 9 is a flowchart of a timer interrupt processing routine executed in the master console.
FIG. 10 is a flowchart of a scene recall event processing routine and a recall request reception event processing routine.
FIG. 11 is a flowchart (1/2) of another timer interrupt routine executed in each console.
FIG. 12 is a flowchart (2/2) of another timer interrupt routine executed in each console.
FIG. 13 is a flowchart of various event processing routines.
FIG. 14 is a diagram showing a verify / copy screen displayed on the display device 102;
[Explanation of symbols]
DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 100,100A-100D ... Console, 102 ... Display, 104 ... Electric fader part, 106 ... Dual I / O part, 108 ... Waveform I / O part, 110 ... Data I / O part, 112 ... Communication I / O part 114 ... Operator group, 116 ... Other I / O units, 118 ... CPU, 120 ... Flash memory, 122 ... RAM, 122a ... Current area, 122b ... Scene area, 122c ... Library area, 124 ... Bus, 132 ... Cascade OFF switch, 134 ... cascade master switch, 136 ... cascade slave switch, 138 ... talkback link switch, 139 ... talkback to monitor B switch, 140 ... comin link switch, 142,143 ... cascade talkback to com-in switch, 144 ... V A link switch, 146 ... cue link switch, 148 ... scene link switch, 149 ... cue link switch, 152a, 152b ... monitor amplifier, 154a, 154c ... switch, 200, 200E, 200F ... engine, 202 ... Signal processing unit, 204 ... Waveform I / O unit, 206 ... Cascade I / O unit, 210 ... Data I / O unit, 212 ... Communication I / O unit, 214 ... Display, 216 ... Other I / O unit 218 ... CPU, 220 ... Flash memory, 222 ... RAM, 224 ... Bus, 232 ... Analog input unit, 234 ... Digital input unit, 236 ... Built-in effector, 238 ... Built-in equalizer, 240 ... Input patch unit, 242 ... Input channel Adjustment unit, 244, 244e, 244f ... mixing bus, 246, 248, 24 e, 246f, 248e, 248f ... cue bus, 250, 252 ... monitor selector, 254 ... output channel adjustment unit, 254e, 254f ... output channel adjustment unit, 256 ... matrix output channel unit, 257 ... talk backout switch, 258 ... output patch section, 260 ... analog output section, 262 ... digital output section, 264e, 264f ... delay circuit, 266e, 266f ... adder, 270e, 270f ... delay circuit, 272e, 272f ... adder, 274e, 274f ... switch 276e, 276f ... delay circuit, 278e, 278f ... adder, 280e, 280f ... switch, 290 ... cascade cable.

Claims (5)

An engine that performs the mixing algorithm, a mixing system composed of one or a plurality of consoles connected to the engine monitoring the engine,
A first monitor signal output means for selecting an audio signal at an arbitrary position in the mixing algorithm and outputting it as a first monitor signal to one or a plurality of connected consoles ;
A second monitor signal output means for selecting an audio signal at an arbitrary position in the mixing algorithm independently from the first monitor signal and outputting the selected signal to one or a plurality of the consoles connected as a second monitor signal ;
When console that is connected to the engine is only one, while setting both the selection states of said first and second monitor signal based on the selection operation on the one console connected to the engine when it has console is more, selection of the second monitor signal based on the selection operation in the second console sets the selection state of the first monitor signal based on the selection operation in the first console of them And a monitor signal selecting means for setting a state . When console that is connected to the engine is only one, the audio signal of one or more locations queued specified in the console mixing in the engine, and outputs the result as a single cue signal to the console On the other hand , when there are a plurality of consoles connected to the engine, one or a plurality of audio signals queued in the first console are mixed in the engine, and the result is sent to the first console. and outputting the results as 1 cue signal, mixing the second one or more audio signals the queue specified in the console of the said engine, cue signal selection outputting the result as the second cue signal to the second console Means ,
Together with the console connected to the engine is set on or off the queue link when a plurality, if the queue link is set to ON, interlocking the queue specified in the cross in the first and second consoles By making the first and second cue signals the same signal, the cue link setting means for making the cue designations in the first and second consoles independent from each other when the cue link is set off. mixing system according to claim 1, further comprising a and. The console connected to the engine is plural,
First call state setting means for setting a first call state, which is a call state from the second console to the first console;
First mixing means for mixing a talkback signal in the second console with the first monitor signal based on the set first call state;
Second call state setting means for setting a second call state which is a call state from the first console to the second console;
2. The mixing according to claim 1 , further comprising: a second mixing means for mixing a talkback signal in the first console with the second monitor signal based on the set second call state. System . In response to an ON operation of a talkback switch provided in the first console, an input of a talkback signal from the first console is set to an ON state, and the first monitor signal to the first console is set First damping means for damping ;
In response to an on operation of a talkback switch provided in the second console, the input of the talkback signal from the second console is set to an on state, and the second monitor signal for the second console is set to A second damping means for damping ;
The on / off state of the interlocking with respect to the attenuation of the first and second monitor signals is set, and when the interlocking with respect to the attenuation is set to the on state, one of the first or second monitor signals is attenuated. The mixing system according to claim 3, further comprising interlocking state setting means for interlocking and attenuating the other . And talkback signal from the first console, the second mixes the talkback signal from the console, talkback signal-mixing output as talkback output signal talkback signal said mixing from the engine side The mixing system according to claim 3, further comprising: means .

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