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Quick Start Tutorial
Lake LM Series Quick Start and Field Reference Guide Rev 1.2.8
6. Quick Start Tutorial
6.1 Introduction
This section describes installation of the Lake Controller software, input and output connections, basic
functionality, and setup instructions. The information provides a basic level of understanding of the system
architecture along with configuration instructions for a basic system application.
The tutorial in section 6.4 provides a step-by-step example for configuring this device for use with a generic
professional sound system. Please refer to the documentation listed in section 2.3, which provides detailed
information on all features and functionality.
6.2 Lake Processing and Control
The LM Series of Digital Audio Processors provide programmable crossovers, EQ, dynamics and other func-
tions. Primary control is via the supplied Lake Controller software, although many functions can be accessed
via the front panel interface.
The Lake Controller software allows all parameters to be configured, controlled and monitored; please refer
to the Lake Controller Operation Manual for further details. The Lake Network Configuration Guide provides
information regarding connection of one or more Lake Processors to a PC via an Ethernet network.
6.3 Installing the Lake Controller Software
6.3.1 Overview
The supplied CD-ROM contains the Lake Controller software package. This should be installed on any
PC/s that will be used to control and monitor the Lake Processor network. In a situation where multiple
networked Lake Processors are involved, this will generally be a Tablet PC.
The minimum recommended computer specifications are:
▸ 1 GHz or faster
▸ 512 MB RAM or greater
▸ 128 MB video RAM or greater
▸ Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7
▸ DirectX ® 8.1 or later
▸ 100 Base-T wired Ethernet adapter and/or 802.11 wireless Ethernet adapter