Yamaha DM2000 Digital Production ConsoleOrientation GuideWhat You Need To Know At Startup:Control Surface Layout* System Setup* Input Patching* Input Channel Naming* Effects Input Patching* Output Patching* Output Channel NamingInput Channel SetupOutput Channel SetupAssigning SubgroupsStoring & Recalling Scenes* Once done, these are used infrequently unless system is modified.Other important topics you will want to become familiar with:— Automation Computer — Machine Control— Aux Send Mode Change — Metering, Levels & G.R.— Block Diagram (Signal Flow) — Monitoring & Talkback / Oscillator— Copying Parameters — Pairing Inputs or Outputs— DAW Control — Pre / Post Sends— Diamond Buttons — Preferences (your custom settings)— Effects Processors — Rotary Encoders— Fader & Mute Groups — Sixteen Ch. Card Use – v1.14 or later— Fader Recall Safe — SmartMedia™ Card Backup— GPI — Stereo Inputs & Outputs— Graphic Equalizers — Studio Manager Software— Grouping Parameters — Surround Sound – v1.1 or later— Initializing Console — Time Fades— I/O Patch Linking – v1.1 or later — Updating the Operating System— Libraries — User Defined KeysNOTE: Many signal path and function edits can be done more than one way(hardware keys or via software). Choose your preference for each.