Specifications

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Operating Manual - 24.24M Matrix Processor
7. PROTEA SYSTEM SOFTWARE
Ashly offers a powerful software interface for the Windows PC environment, providing control for the 24.24M
Matrix Processor, 4.24D distribution system processor, 4.24C crossover, 4.24G graphic EQ and slaves, two parametric
EQ slaves (2.24P and 4.24P), and the VCM-88(E and C), high performance eight channel remote level controllers.
Within Protea System Software, each device has its own separate visual interface. All controls are intuitively repre-
sented in a user friendly way, and on-line help is available for key functions.
7.1 How to get Protea System Software
Protea System Software is shipped free with each new Protea 24.24M, can be downloaded from the Ashly web site,
or can be purchased directly from Ashly for a nominal handling fee.
7.2 Installing Protea System Software
The installation program is the same whether from the web site or from a disk, and is called <Pssinstl_xx.exe>. To
install Protea System Software, double-click on <Pssinstl_xx.exe> and follow the installation instructions.
7.3 Connecting the 24.24M to a computer
A standard D-Sub nine pin female to male connector cable is used to connect a PC to the 24.24M. If the PC lacks
a nine pin RS-232 port, an active USB to RS-232 converter can be purchased at computer stores. Here are the suggested
steps for connecting the 24.24M to a PC:
1) Plug the RS-232 cable into an available serial port on the PC.
2) Plug the other end of the cable into either the front or back RS-232 Dataport on the 24.24M.
3) Turn on the power to the 24.24M.
4) Open Protea System Software (version 6 .4 or higher).
5) Go to the <Devices> menu and select <24.24M>.
6) Select the appropriate COMM port (Comm 1-16).