CobraNet has become the primary choice for audio networking in complex, large-scale sound systems. Up to 64 channels of audio data can be carried via a single CAT5 Ethernet cable. CobraNet offers high reliability since it has redundancy system with primary and secondary ports as default.

EtherSound offers extremely low latency, and has become choice for the temporary live application. Up to 64 channels of audio data can be carried via a single CAT5 Ethernet cable so that the connection is easy and cost-effective.

Yamaha DME Digital Mixing engines main lineup are the DME64N and DME24N. Each of these advanced rack-mount audio processing devices contains the power of a professional mixing console plus racks of signal processing. The DME64N and DME24N can be programmed from a computer running the DME Designer software to create processing components selected from the vast libraries provided, such as mixers, equalizers, dynamics processors, effects, delay, crossovers all customizable and configurable to make your system. Of course the DME64N and DME24N are include network control connectivity, and are ready to be used in advanced audio networks.

The DME64N has four Mini-YGDAI card slots that allow up to a total of 64 input and output channels to be added as required. The DME24N has 8 channels of analog I/O built-in, and a single Mini-YGDAI expansion slot that allows the addition of up to 16 more input and output channels for a total of 24. For the smart networking applications both the DME64N and DME24N can be fitted with network interface cards such as Yamaha MY16-CII CobraNet card, AVY16-ES AuviTran EtherSound card or other 3rd party cards developed by supporting Mini-YGDAI open architecture design for full compatibility with most of general audio networks.

The DME Satellite models vastly expand the capabilities and capacity of a DME-based sound system, or any other networked audio devices that use CobraNet or EtherSound protocol. In addition to providing controllable remote I/O, they include powerful DSP processing capability allowing distributed processing for unprecedented system design flexibility and power. Satellite I/O also reduces system cabling costs while maximizing overall reliability. The DME Satellite series can also be used as stand-alone processors in smaller systems.

Networking has become essential for audio systems. The DME-C models provide direct compatibility with CobraNet networks primarily used in medium to large-scale installations, while the DME-ES models allow easy integration into EtherSound networks commonly used in temporary live sound systems.

Each of the models in the DME Satellite series is housed in a compact1U-size rack-mount unit, and offers a 16-in/16-out audio network interface as well as analog I/O: the DME8i has eight analog mic/line inputs, the DME8o has eight analog outputs, and the DME4io has four analog mic/line inputs and four analog outputs. With the C and ESnetwork variations, thats a total of six models from which to choose.

Yamaha pro audio equipment features virtually all serious sound systems in the world. The DME Satellite units offer the same level of overall quality with top-class head amplifiers, AD/DA converters, in order to deliver the best audio quality.

However, the DME satellite series is not just a device for distributing inputs and outputs. The DME Satellite series uses the same Yamaha DSP Chip that is behind our most advanced digital mixing consoles, giving each DME Satellite unit approximately 80% of the processing power provided by the DME24N. An extensive range of components such as EQ, delays, matrix mixers and speaker processors can be combined to create complete processing systems for any application via the DME Designer software.

A single DME4io might be all you need for a small system, but combinations of DME64N or DME24N and DME Satellite units can be used to accommodate systems of enormous scale and complexity. Its easy to create just about any combination of inputs and outputs you require, too: for example, a DME4io and DME8i or DME8o can be combined to provide a 12-in/4-out system or a 4-in/12-out system.

The DME Satellite series features RS232C/RS422 connectors for remote control from touch panel controllers such as AMX™ and Crestron™, and 8-in/4-out GPI interface for the connection of control switches and indicators, and Ethernet and USB ports.

The DME Satellite series can be controlled from any standard GPI controller, besides, Yamaha offers a range of Ethernet and GPI based control panels and fader/switch panels for hassle-free system setup. The ICP1 is a multi-lingual intelligent control panel with and an LCD interface and control assigned DME parameters via a single CAT5 Ethernet cable. There are also the GPI-based CP1SF control panel with 1 switch and 1 fader, the CP4SF with four switches and four faders, and the CP4SW with four switches. All models are designed to fit in standard US-sized wall-mount conduit boxes, and can be used for remote scene switching, microphone on/off switching, microphone or BGM level, and more.

Software for Easy System Design and Management
The same DME Designer software that is used to the DME64N and DME24N is used for the DME Satellite series. DME Designer makes it possible to flexibly create processing configurations as required by the system. Later modifications and expansion are also possible with the same freedom. The software also allows centralized control of distributed processing throughout the network.