These software updates offer workflow improvements such as resizable windows that allow the user to simply drag the assignment window out for the M-48 to see all 40 sources down one side and 16 groups across the top. This same feature is available for preamps settings and source/levels assignments. The updates also enable the user to TAB between fields in any assignment area, patchbay or naming groups as well as the ability to right click on group knobs to see what is currently assigned to that group or select sources directly.
With the recent Apple release of the Mountain Lion OS, Roland has also provided updated drivers for V-Mixer consoles to run the Remote Control Software (RCS) for Mac. These drivers are only necessary if you have updated your Mac to run on Mac OS 10.8 as previous Mac OS versions can use the pre 10.8 drivers. These drivers are available for the Roland M-480, M-400, M-380, and M-300 V-Mixer consoles, as well as the R-1000 multi-channel recorder/player.
Roland Systems Group has also released updated remote control software (RCS) for the R-1000, a 48-channel multi-track recorder/player to support Mac OS 10.8. The R1000 is an integral part of the V-Mixing System with instant playback, virtual rehearsal, and recording. The R-1000 can be remotely controlled from a V-Mixer console or directly from the R-1000 RCS software.
(Jim Evans)
