Dear Merging Customers,
The Merging Technologies Development Team is pleased to announce the HotFix release of Pyramix 9.1.7 build 26325, VCube 5.1.7 build 26325 and Ovation 5.1.7 build 26325.
Important:
Issue discovered:
->Pyramix v9.1.7 HotFix Album Publishing not processing files or with always 44.1kHz resulting files.
This issue has been address for the upcoming v9.1,8 HotFix, it is possible to use the DiscWrite publishing in the meantime depending of your source file
The Pyramix 9.1.7 HotFix version contains only the following fixes
HotFix Bugs resolved:
MT6398: Fixed. Mixdown-True Peak: Place in VCube not aligning Audio and Video if the cursor was not at start of the Video in Pyramix
MT6347: Fixed. PMX Mixdown Place in VCube removes VCube video track (media not)
MT6207: Fixed. MadiFaceXT - Pyramix not starting if set to external clock above 1 Fs
MT6280: Fixed. Album Publishing: In some cases the summary XML is not generated in the expected folder
MT6226: Fixed. AAF export timeline files linked to the export folder after the export
MT6327: Fixed. Album Publishing generates DSF media with extra silence at the end
MT6324: Fixed. CD Text export as TXT file do not show correct Character Set Code
MT6307: Fixed. Automation not move when using Fade Editor and Auto-Ripple
MT6406: Fixed. Transport bar button are not clickable if the internal machine is collapsed in the main transport window
MT6288: Fixed. SACD mixing mode creates PMI files with 352k Project
Fixed. RTX MassCore NIC's link down not reported properly to the MassCore NIC driver
Fixed. Interchange Import enhancement: imported 352k compositions (e.g. SACD Cutting Master Import and SACD Edited Master Import) will now end up in a DXD project once imported
Fixed. VST hosting: Fixed Program enumeration
Fixed. Pyramix mov import thru FFMpeg.
Fixed. Potential crash when inserting Alchemist Flux VS3 due to insufficient MassCore memory
Pyramix v9.1.7 HotFix Release Notes:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/Pyramix_9_1/Pyramix_v9.1.7_Release_Notes.pdf
Merging recommends that Flux V3/VS3 plugins users update to the latest version available (v3.2.42 >)
https://www.fluxhome.com/download
RAVENNA ASIO Driver Bugs resolved:
None: Users must remain on v9.1.6 HotFix
RAVENNA Core Audio Driver:
None: Users must remain current version 2.0.23932
The Ovation 5.1.7 HotFix version contains only the following fixes
HotFix Bugs resolved:
MT6369: Fixed. Ovation crash in the Cue properties if you use Remote Control MIDI/IP pulldown
Fixed. RTX MassCore NIC's link down not reported properly to the MassCore NIC driver
Fixed. VST hosting: Fixed Program enumeration
Fixed. Potential crash when inserting Alchemist Flux VS3 due to insufficient MassCore memory
Ovation 5.1.7 HotFix Release Notes:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/Ovation_5_1/Ovation_v5.1.7_ReleaseNotes.pdf
The VCube 5.1.7 HotFix version contains only the following fixes
HotFix Bugs resolved:
MT5117: Fixed. Black Magic Card Green frame in Output at start playback
MT6432: Fixed. VCube Some MOV files cannot be read
MT6394: Fixed. VCube AVI: cannot read some MJPG files.
MT6371: Fixed. Quicktime Reference file doesn't open in VCube 5 QT (One File Per Reference)
MT6351: Fixed. XDCAM HD RENDER video quality
MT6301: Fixed. Video Card delay compensation not working for BMD card
MT6320: Fixed. Black Magic delay compensation for video projector
Warning: Playback Buffer Size should be at least 12 frames for fluid playback
MT6326: Fixed. VCube MXF: incorrect resolution in wrapped IMX D10
MT6355: Fixed. Exported to VCube cannot be reopened
MT6357: Fixed. Unknown Crash importing mp4
MT6347: Fixed. PMX Mixdown Place in VCube removes VCube video track
MT6382: Fixed. allow\fix H264 Wrap (only) in mov
MT6204: Fixed. VCube: Image sequences with spaces in file name not correctly imported
Fixed. Avoid crash when disabling BMD VideoIOPlugin
Fixed. MXF correctly wrap IMX between mov to mxf, mov to mov and mxf to
VCube 5.1.7 HotFix Release Notes:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/VCube_5_1/VCube_v5.1.7_Release_Notes.pdf
Horus and Hapi
Users should be on the latest certified firmware (currently 3.0.3 build 26178)
Available here: http://www.merging.com/products/horus/downloads
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Pyramix v9.1.7 HotFix build 26325 Released
This new Pyramix 9.1 version includes; new features, improvements and bug fixes.
Pyramix has earned a reputation for its quality as the most advanced DAW on the market and we are glad the we once again could count on our beta-testers.
PYRAMIX 9.1 HIGHLIGHTS:
- Hapi RAVENNA support
- Archiving Metadata
- MultiChannel Album Publishing support
- Album artwork implementation and support in Album Publishing
- DSD Album Publishing support
- Generate CD Image & Digital Release wizard ReVamping
- SACD Cutting master Interchange Import
- VT2 improvements
- DSD Render improvements
- Automation improvements
- Plus more Improvements & Bugs fixed
Please carefully read the release notes for the installation procedure for all details.
INSTALLATION:
WARNING: The Pyramix v9.1 requires that you have Pyramix v9 keys, make sure of that prior to installing this version.
WARNING: The Pyramix installer comes in two versions. A 32bit installer version for 32 bit OS and a 64bit installer version for 64bit OS. Make sure that you download and install the proper version.
WARNING: Users currently running in MassCore on a Core2Duo should NOT update to Pyramix v9/v9.1 Refer to Pyramix v9 installation Guide for recommended configurations
- Prior to installing Pyramix v9.1 we recommend that you read the release notes known issue to make sure that this version suits your workflow
- Users that have a Pyramix version already installed should remove their Pyramix version before installing v9.1. See the Release Notes and Installation Guide for more details.
- MassCore 64bit: Note that in order to run Pyramix v9/v9.1 MassCore under 64bit you will need a RTX64 Activation Key along with a MassCore 64-bit key.
- The MassCore/RTX versions used along Pyramix v9.1 are the same as Pyramix v9.0 was needing, so if you come from v9.0 no need to remove the currently installed RTX version that came with v9.0
- HASP dongles are not supported under 64bit, users must purchase a SafeNet dongle in such case
- At the Pyramix v9.1 install you might have a “Bonjour” pending and other Microsoft requirements. Please proceed with those installations and afterwards the Pyramix installer will start. Once Pyramix is installed it is Mandatory that you reboot your system.
- Users that need to run Pyramix and VCube on the same system configuration will have to install the VCube 5.1.7
- For the Pyramix v9 systems recommendations please refer to the link below:
http://www.merging.com/support/pc-config
- Follow the Pyramix v9 Installation Guide:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/Pyramix_9/Pyramix_v9_Installation_Guide.pdf
- Users that wish to configure a Dual Boot system (32bit & 64bit) can follow our configuration guide:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/Pyramix_9/Dual_Boot_Configuration.pdf
Installation Troubleshooting:
http://forum.merging.com/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=6467
Pyramix v9 known issues:
http://forum.merging.com/viewtopic.php?f=18&t=10240
NOTES:
- Important: If using the new Cover Art Album Publishing option within a v9.1.5, v9.1.6 or v9.1.7 project a Save Special As 9.0 should be performed in order to open that project in a v9.1.4 or v9.0.
- Pyramix 9.1 projects are not compatible with Pyramix v9.0 or v8.1 in order to open such projects in an older Pyramix version please make sure that you perform the proper Save Special. A new Save Special as v9.0 is available in the list.
HORUS & HAPI:
Horus and Hapi users should install the new Firmware Beta version v3.0.3 build 26178*. Which has a few fixes and features along with the new modules ADA8 and DA8 (run 7 and above) support.
*To upgrade to this firmware version first update your Maintenance Mode to v32 (or above) if you haven’t already
- Horus & Hapi Release Notes:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/Horus_Hapi_3.0.3_Firmware/Horus-Hapi_3.0.3_Release_Notes_(b26178).pdf
HORUS
- Horus Maintenance Mode 31 is required prior to installing firmware v3.0.3 build 26178:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/Horus_Hapi_3.0.3_Firmware/MaintenanceMode_v32.horus
- Horus Firmware v3.0.3_26178:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/Horus_Hapi_3.0.3_Firmware/Firmware_3.0.3_26178.Horus
- Horus User Manual Rev 28:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/Horus/Horus_User_Manual_rev28.pdf
HAPI
- Hapi Maintenance Mode 32 is required prior to installing firmware v3.0.3 build 26178
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/Horus_Hapi_3.0.3_Firmware/MaintenanceMode_v32.hapi
- Hapi Firmware v3.0.3_26178:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/Horus_Hapi_3.0.3_Firmware/Firmware_3.0.3_26178.Hapi
- Hapi User Manual Rev 0.5:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/Horus/Hapi_User_Manual_rev05.pdf
DOWNLOADS:
- Pyramix v9.1.7 Release (32 Bit & 64 Bit installers):
http://www.merging.com/products/pyramix/downloads
- Pyramix v9.1.7 Release Notes:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/Pyramix_9_1/Pyramix_v9.1.7_Release_Notes.pdf
- Pyramix v9 Installation Guide:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/Pyramix_9_1/Pyramix_v9_Installation_Guide.pdf
- Pyramix v9.1 User Manual:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/Pyramix_9_1/Pyramix_V9.1_User_Manual.pdf
- Merging Ravenna Easy Connect Guide:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/Pyramix_9/Merging_Ravenna_EasyConnect_Guide.pdf
- MTDiscovery User Guide (for Horus users):
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/MTDiscovery_9/MTDiscovery_User_Manual.pdf
- The new Flux plugins V3/VS3 series come as a separate installer. Merging recommends users to install the latest Flux V3/VS3 build (currently v3.2.42 >):
https://www.fluxhome.com/download
RAVENNA Driver for ASIO (PC) and Core Audio (MAC):
Those RAVENNA Drivers will allow the running of RAVENNA in ASIO (PC Windows) or Core Audio (MAC) with your Merging Technologies Horus converter. Users installing the Ravenna ASIO driver must remove their previous installed version under the Windows Programs (if ever you had a pre-beta version installed).
Documentation and links below.
- RAVENNA ASIO and Core Audio Drivers documentation
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/RAVENNA_ASIO_Core%20Audio/Ravenna_ASIO_and_CoreAudio_Guide.pdf
- RAVENNA ASIO Driver (For Windows 32 Bit PC users):
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/RAVENNA_ASIO_Core%20Audio/MergingRavennaASIODriver_9.1.6_HotFix_Build25336.exe
- RAVENNA ASIO Driver (For Windows 64 Bit PC users):
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/RAVENNA_ASIO_Core%20Audio/MergingRavennaASIODriver_9.1.6_HotFix_Build25336_x64.exe
- RAVENNA Core Audio Driver (For MAC users):
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/RAVENNA_ASIO_Core%20Audio/MergingRavennaCoreAudioInstaller_2.0.23923.dmg
Audio Magic Ring
- AMR v9.1.7 Release (32 Bit installer):
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/AMR_9_1/AMR_9.1.7_HotFix_Build26325.exe
- AMR v9.1.7 Release (64 Bit installer):
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/AMR_9_1/AMR_9.1.7_HotFix_Build26325_x64.exe
Note: All docs and software can be downloaded from: http://www.merging.com/download
Ovation v5.1.7 build 26325 Released
This new Ovation 5.1 release version includes improvements and bug fixes. Note that the Ovation 5.1.7 version is in sync with the Pyramix v9.1.7 release.
Refer to the release notes for more details.
INSTALLATION:
WARNING: The Ovation v5.1 requires that you have Ovation v5 keys, make sure of that prior to installing this version.
WARNING: The Ovation installer now comes in two versions. A 32bit installer version for 32 bit OS and a 64bit installer version for 64bit OS. Make sure that you download and install the proper version
WARNING: Users currently running in MassCore on a Core2Duo should NOT update to Ovation v5.
- Users that have an Ovation version already installed should remove their Ovation version before installing v5.1. See the Release Notes and Installation Guide for more details.
- MassCore user running the RTX version installed with Ovation v4.1 or v5.0 on a 32bit OS do NOT need to un-install MassCore (32bit), since Ovation v5.1 uses the same MassCore/RTX version.
- MassCore 64bit: Note that in order to run Ovation v5/v5.1 MassCore under 64bit you will need a RTX64 Activation Key along with a MassCore 64-bit key.
- At the Ovation v5.1 install you might have a “Bonjour” pending and other Microsoft requirements. Please proceed with those installations and afterwards the Pyramix installer will start. Once Pyramix is installed it is Mandatory that you reboot your system.
- For the Ovation v5 systems recommendations please refer to the link below:
http://www.merging.com/support/pc-config
- HASP dongles are not supported under 64bit, users must purchase a SafeNet dongle in such case
- Users that wish to configure a Dual Boot system (32bit & 64bit) can follow our configuration guide:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/Pyramix_9/Dual_Boot_Configuration.pdf
Installation Troubleshooting:
viewtopic.php?f=16&t=6467
HORUS & HAPI:
Horus and Hapi users should install the new Firmware Beta version v3.0.3 build 26178*. Which has a few fixes and features along with the new modules ADA8 and DA8 (run 7 and above) support.
*To upgrade to this firmware version first update your Maintenance Mode to v32 (or above) if you haven’t already
- Horus & Hapi Release Notes:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/Horus_Hapi_3.0.3_Firmware/Horus-Hapi_3.0.3_Release_Notes_(b26178).pdf
HORUS
- Horus Maintenance Mode 31 is required prior to installing firmware v3.0.3 build 26178:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/Horus_Hapi_3.0.3_Firmware/MaintenanceMode_v32.horus
- Horus Firmware v3.0.3_26178:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/Horus_Hapi_3.0.3_Firmware/Firmware_3.0.3_26178.Horus
- Horus User Manual Rev 28:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/Horus/Horus_User_Manual_rev28.pdf
HAPI
- Hapi Maintenance Mode 32 is required prior to installing firmware v3.0.3 build 26178
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/Horus_Hapi_3.0.3_Firmware/MaintenanceMode_v32.hapi
- Hapi Firmware v3.0.3_26178:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/Horus_Hapi_3.0.3_Firmware/Firmware_3.0.3_26178.Hapi
- Hapi User Manual Rev 0.5:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/Horus/Hapi_User_Manual_rev05.pdf
DOWNLOADS:
- Ovation v5.1.7 Release (32 bit & 64 bit installer):
http://www.merging.com/products/ovation/downloads
-Ovation v5.1 Release Notes:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/Ovation_5_1/Ovation_v5.1.7_ReleaseNotes.pdf
- Ovation v5 Installation Guide:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/Ovation_5/Ovation_v5_Installation_Guide.pdf
- The new Flux plugins V3/VS3 series come as a separate installer. Merging recommends users to install the latest Flux V3/VS3 build): https://www.fluxhome.com/download
RAVENNA Driver for ASIO (PC) and Core Audio (MAC):
Those RAVENNA Drivers will allow the running of RAVENNA in ASIO (PC Windows) or Core Audio (MAC) with your Merging Technologies Horus converter. Users installing the Ravenna ASIO driver must remove their previous installed version under the Windows Programs (if ever you had a pre-beta version installed).
Documentation and links below.
- RAVENNA ASIO and Core Audio Drivers documentation
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/RAVENNA_ASIO_Core%20Audio/Ravenna_ASIO_and_CoreAudio_Guide.pdf
- RAVENNA ASIO Driver (For Windows 32 Bit PC users):
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/RAVENNA_ASIO_Core%20Audio/MergingRavennaASIODriver_9.1.6_HotFix_Build25336.exe
- RAVENNA ASIO Driver (For Windows 64 Bit PC users):
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/RAVENNA_ASIO_Core%20Audio/MergingRavennaASIODriver_9.1.6_HotFix_Build25336_x64.exe
- RAVENNA Core Audio Driver (For MAC users):
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/RAVENNA_ASIO_Core%20Audio/MergingRavennaCoreAudioInstaller_2.0.23923.dmg
Note: All docs and software can be downloaded from: http://www.merging.com/download
VCube v5.1.7 build 26325 Released
This new VCube 5.1 version includes Blackmagic design Video Cards support along with improvements and bug fixes. Note that the VCube 5.1.7 version is in sync with the Pyramix v9.1.7 Release.
VCUBE 5.1 HIGHLIGHTS:
- VCube support Blackmagic design Video Cards
- Simplified Profile based mechanism for:
o Record
o Convert Media Files
o Render Composition
o Import Still images Sequence
- Rendering in ProRes proxy, LT, HQ
- Compatibility with IRT MXF, Sony MXF (see MXF Known issues)
- Faster Playback performance improved for; ProRes, DNxHD & AVC-Intra formats
- And Bugs fixed
Please carefully read the release notes prior to installing this Release version.
INSTALLATION:
WARNING: The VCube v5.1 requires that you have VCube v5 keys, make sure of that prior to installing this version.
WARNING: The VCube installer comes in two versions. A 32bit installer version for 32 bit OS and a 64bit installer version for 64bit OS. Make sure that you download and install the proper version
- Prior to installing VCube v5.1 we recommend that you read the release notes known issue to make sure that this version suits your workflow
- Merging recommends that users remove the previous version of VCube installed on their system prior to installing VCube 5.1
- You might be warned of pending requirements at installation please proceed and install accordingly if so
- For the Blackmagic design Video Cards installation please follow the VCube release notes
- QuickTime is no longer required nor installed along VCube
- Virtual Transport is now within the VCube’s application and transparent to the users. Though a firewall warning message might appear at the first launch of VCube, please accept it if so.
- The VCube configuration mode must now be setup through the VS3 Control Panel
- Users with Pyramix and VCube installed on the same system, it is mandatory that you upgrade your Pyramix to v9.1.7 release to go along side VCube v5.1.7
- The VCube Packs have been redefined in v5, implicates Key changes for .MOV DNxHD users, contact you nearest sales office for more details
- Mykerinos users must be aware that those cards are not supported under 64bit
- HASP dongles are not supported under 64bit, users must purchase a SafeNet dongle in such case
Compressed Audio File Formats:
- DirectShow technology support (MP3, WMA, AAC, ..) some additional 3rd party codecs might be needed. For SRC proper support, we recommend that users install the codec packs available here if they haven’t done so already.
http://forum.merging.com/viewtopic.php?f=18&t=5755
DOWNLOADS:
- VCube v5.1.7 Release (32 bit & 64 bit installers):
http://www.merging.com/products/vcube/downloads
- VCube v5.1 Release Notes:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/VCube_5_1/VCube_v5.1.7_Release_Notes.pdf
- VCube v5.1 Installation Guide:
http://www.merging.com/uploads/assets/Installers/VCube_5_1/VCube_v5_Installation_Guide.pdf
Once again, the whole team would like to thank you for your efforts, patience and commitment.
Best Regards,
The Merging Team
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