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(09/03/08 11:15 AM)
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1.1.4 is out!
http://www.mlancentral.com/drivers.php
mLAN Driver / mLAN Tools for Mac OS X Release Note
Version History
V1.1.2 to V1.1.4
・ The software is now compatible with the n8, n12 and mLAN16E2 (with which the MOTIF XS8 is equipped).
・ Fixed a problem in which the driver might freeze when establishing the mLAN connection on a Mac Pro 8 core machine.
・ The software is now compatible with the expansion FireWire interface. When you establish the mLAN connection via the expansion FireWire interface installed to the computer, make sure to refer to the Limitations listed at the end of this file.
・ Solved some minor problems.
V1.1.1 to V1.1.2
・ Support for Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard has been added.
・ Reduced CPU load.
・ Solved some minor problems.
V1.0.6 to V1.1.1
・ In addition to the conventional applications, the CoreAudio/MIDI driver for mLAN now will be installed via this installer in this new updated version.
・ Improved the Driver's latency problem.
・ Reduced CPU load.
・ Deleted the File menu of mLAN Auto Connector. (Please use mLAN Graphic Patchbay when connecting two or more mLAN devices.)
・ Solved some limitations in mLAN Graphic Patchbay.
・ The amount of mLAN16E of transmission channels now can be changed.
・ Solved some minor problems.
V1.0.5 to V1.0.6
・ Now supports Macintosh computers using Intel processors.
・ Solved the problem that some audio port names shown in Digital Performer 4 do not match those shown in the Audio MIDI setup when using Digital Performer 4 or higher (Mark of the Unicorn).
・ Solved some minor problems.
V1.0.4 to V1.0.5
・ mLAN Graphic Patchbay now supports the S90ES (equipped with the mLAN16E).
・ Solved some minor problems.
V1.0.3 to V1.0.4
・ Now includes mLAN Graphic Patchbay V1.0.0.
・ mLAN Graphic Patchbay now supports simultaneous usage of multiple MY16-mLAN cards.
V1.0.2Public Beta to V1.0.3
・ Currently supports the MY16-mLAN.
・ Currently the previous status (stored automatically) can be recalled next time automatically or manually.
・ Currently adds the new function that enables you to save the connection status and setup data to a file then load them from the saved file.
・ mLAN Auto Connector can now handle two or more mLAN devices simultaneously.
・ Currently adds the new Device Identify function.
・ Currently adds the new Factory Set function.
・ Solved the problem that MIDI data error or incorrect MIDI data flow (which should be transferred through another port) might happen depending on the amount of the MIDI ports and bulk data size.
・ Solved the problem that you have to set the MIDI connection in the Audio MIDI Setup every time Mac OS is started. (This problem was found in versions of Mac OS X 10.3.5 or later.)
・ Solved the problem that you have to set the MIDI connection every time you open the Audio MIDI Setup window.
・ Solved the problem that you have to delete the previous device icon and the setup file of Mac OS X manually in the Audio MIDI setup window when using multiple mLAN devices in order.
・ You can now set the amount of the output channels for each device. (On the mLAN16E, however, the amount of the output channels is fixed to 16.
・ Solved some minor problems.
V1.0.1a to V1.0.2 Public Beta
・ Currently supports the i88X and mLAN16E.
・ Solved some minor problems.
Known Issues
The following problems have been recognized on this version of mLAN Driver/mLAN Tools.
1. Internal Clock only as wordclock master
On the current version of mLAN Driver/mLAN Tools, any external mLAN device connected to the computer cannot be used as the wordclock master. All the external mLAN devices connected to the computer will be used as the wordclock slave.
When using mLAN Graphic Patchbay, make sure to set the Macintosh (displayed as “Stream Driver”) as the wordclock master.
For detailed instructions on these settings, refer to the manual for each device.
2. Problems when using Logic series with a sampling rate of 44.1 kHz
On the current version of mLAN Driver/mLAN Tools, glitches and gaps in the sound may occur because of missing wordclock for a few seconds when starting a song or performing fast forward/backward repeatedly. When such a situation occurs, enter the blank data of approximately four seconds to the top of the song or try starting the record operation approximately four seconds before the intended record point.
3. Macintosh models which have restrictions on their ability to receive multiple audio/MIDI streams and connect multiple mLAN devices.
Yamaha has confirmed that the following models (listed below) can receive only four isochronous data streams via their internal FireWire ports. Among those streams, one stream will be used for FireWireIP by the Mac OS X, meaning that up to three streams are available for data stream of the mLAN devices. Each of these three streams can be used for audio signals or MIDI data sent from an mLAN device regardless of the amount of audio channels or MIDI ports. When handling both audio and MIDI using one of the following Macintosh models, you can connect up to one mLAN device, which consumes two streams for audio and MIDI. When handling only audio using one of the following Macintosh models, you can connect up to three mLAN devices, each of which consumes one stream for audio.
・ Mac Pro Xeon quad core/3GHz x 2(8 core)
・ Mac Pro Xeon dual core/2.66GHz x 2(4 core)
・ MacBook Pro Core 2 Duo/2.4GHz
・ MacBook Pro Core 2 Duo/2.33GHz
・ MacBook Pro Core 2 Duo/2.2GHz
4. When the port names are changed in Cubase by the number of ports
When changing the setup as described below in mLAN Auto Connector/mLAN Graphic Patchbay, the input of the VST connection may be set to “Missing: mLAN Network” when opening the Cubase file saved before changing the setup.
・ When changing the amount of the audio inputs (from the mLAN device to the computer) from 2 to 3:
・ When changing the amount of the audio inputs (from the mLAN device to the computer) from 3 to 2:
If such a case occurs, make the same setting again in the VST connection window.
5. Problems occuring when using Cubase series Version 4.1
When Cubase series Version 4.1 is open and the following operations are performed, audio transfer via the mLAN Driver is disabled. To enable audio transfer via the mLAN Driver again, restart Cubase.
・ Changing the Sample Rate in mLAN Connection Manager
・ Changing the Sample Rate in mLAN Auto Connector
・ Changing the Channel number in mLAN Auto Connector
・ Changing the Disconnect/Connect setting in mLAN Auto Connector
・ Changing the Sample Rate in mLAN Graphic Patchbay
・ Changing the Channel number in mLAN Graphic Patchbay
・ Changing the Connection setup in mLAN Graphic Patchbay
6. When establishing the mLAN connection using the expansion FireWire interface installed to the computer
When connecting the mLAN device to the expansion FireWire interface installed to the computer, follow the instructions below.
1) Quit the computer.
2) Connect the mLAN device to the expansion FireWire interface (installed to the computer) via the FireWire (IEEE1394) cable.
3) Turn on the mLAN device.
4) Start the computer.
5) Establish the mLAN connection by using the dedicated application software.
The software and documentation are the exclusive copyrights of Yamaha Corporation.
Product and company names mentioned in the installation guide are the property and trademarks of their respective owners.
Copyright (C) 2002-2008 Yamaha Corporation. All rights reserved.
White MacBook '09 (4gb RAM), OSX.5.8, v.1.2 mLAN tools, Logic 9, 01X, S90ES, i88x & i88x
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  | AndyLuvsMacs
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(09/03/08 12:35 PM)
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Re: 1.1.4 is out!
Um.
No external WordClock Master.
Disappointed.
Bum.
Any indications as to if this will ever happen ? Yamaha_US ? Geosync ?
01x, G5 Dual 2.7, OSX 10.4.11 & 10.5.6, DP5.13, SX3, NI Kmp5, Melodyne.
Edited by AndyLuvsMacs (09/03/08 02:52 PM)
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| arlen
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(09/03/08 12:59 PM)
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Re: 1.1.4 is out!
major upgrade?
Reminder our credo---from the brochure.
"01X means you just literally plug in and play. "
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| chrismcc1
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(09/03/08 01:59 PM)
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Re: 1.1.4 is out!
That is it?
We waited one year for this?
Am I missing something? Where is improved CPU performance? Improved management of Midi over Mlan so that CPU doesn't go through the roof? External Worldclock? ...
They have just confirmed what we know about the newer Mac hardware that doesn't work, added compatibility with the N series so they can claim that Mlan is now working with the N series on a Mac.
Who is going to inform all those poor N series clients and prospective clients that Mlan on the Mac is not up to specs (the Yamaha Mlan specs published and advertised over two years ago)? That they don't even get external worldclock so that they can take their fancy lightweight mixers on the road after they disconnect from their computers?
What AM I MISSING?
I am not surprised nobody from Yamaha took the time to advertise this new release on this forum. They probably are ashamed and don't dare even approach us.
I don't know who I feel sorrier for... us or the few honest guys within Yamaha who like us believed this would be a major improvement for us and who asked us to trust Yamaha.
Post Edited 9/4/08
Updated PS: This post was made on the basis of the new items list published by Yamaha for this update. The list is apparently grossly underestimated as there appear to be a lot more improvements then listed and this new driver may turnout to be the one we have been waiting for. Fingers crossed and read on as more users provide feedback after actual testing...
Christian
G52x2.5,OS10.5.6,SX4.1,O1x,I88x
http://www.christianmccormick.com/Page_7.htm
Edited by chrismcc1 (09/04/08 02:06 AM)
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| geosync
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(09/03/08 03:21 PM)
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Re: 1.1.4 is out!
Am I missing something? Where is improved CPU performance?
On the dual G4 Leopard machine ... NO CPU SPIKES and 17% CPU while running Logic 8 with an Impuse Reveb
Improved management of Midi over Mlan so that CPU doesn't go through the roof?
See above
External Worldclock? ...
Driver promised by end of August many, many months ago..
One week late....
External word clock promised by end of the year at the same time as August GP..
It's not the end of the year.. This new team is delivering what they promise. The CPU load is excellent, the 8 Core MACs and PCI firewire card issue seem to be addressed. Everything except External Wordclock..
We just got the driver, we'll let you know more as we know.
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| AndyLuvsMacs
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(09/03/08 03:58 PM)
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Re: 1.1.4 is out!
All fair comments I guess - and if external wordclock is definitely coming, then if Apple hadn't left us dangling for all that time I suppose we'd have had it already.
Thanks for posting, Geosync.
01x, G5 Dual 2.7, OSX 10.4.11 & 10.5.6, DP5.13, SX3, NI Kmp5, Melodyne.
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| zibba
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(09/03/08 04:05 PM)
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Re: 1.1.4 is out!
just given it a quick go in 10.5.4, seems to be all ok.
there's a new 'connection manager' item that appears near the clock in the top right (not sure what that area is called). it has a little menu from where you can launch GP.
not sure what the 'connection manager' part is for though as it doesn't seem to actually connect to my 01x & i88x. maybe geosync can throw some light on this?
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| ElmerJFudd
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(09/03/08 04:51 PM)
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Re: 1.1.4 is out!
I've installed.
There is now an mLAN manager. It is a little app with an interface that appears in the upper right corner of your screen near the date, volume control, time machine, and mobile me sync. This is a method of cleaning up three separate applications that Yamaha currently has for connection... the autoconnector, graphic patchbay, and connection manager (which appears to be the AI driver for the XS w/mLAN16e and N series mixers - Geosync can you confirm this?).
Depending on what devices you own you can run peer-to-peer with one, autoconnect one or multiple, and custom wire with the graphic patchbay to one or multiple (old and new). These methods are all accessible from the mLAN manager. It is similar to what Yamaha puts in the System Tray on Windows, not exactly as there is no "APPLY" button on the Windows graphic patchbay (where patching changes are done in real time). But it cleans up the GUI and makes things simpler in general.
Before the mLAN manager you had to go digging in your applications folder for which application/method you needed to use for the hardware you own.
I'll post back as I learn more.
White MacBook '09 (4gb RAM), OSX.5.8, v.1.2 mLAN tools, Logic 9, 01X, S90ES, i88x & i88x
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| ElmerJFudd
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(09/03/08 05:07 PM)
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Re: 1.1.4 is out!
The autoconnector has save, recall, and remembers last state, so when using the next time, you can recall the connection setup just by starting the autoconnector.
White MacBook '09 (4gb RAM), OSX.5.8, v.1.2 mLAN tools, Logic 9, 01X, S90ES, i88x & i88x
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| ElmerJFudd
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(09/03/08 05:09 PM)
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Re: 1.1.4 is out!
The Factory Set button now does a proper reset of the isoch channels in situations where your 01X's ability to connect to you Mac got buggered by previously being on a Windows network. So Geosync's reset tool is no longer necessary.
White MacBook '09 (4gb RAM), OSX.5.8, v.1.2 mLAN tools, Logic 9, 01X, S90ES, i88x & i88x
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