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To enable this control, we need first go under options, and choose the tab VPN.

Now we need to insert the static IP address of every device we desire to control, in this example 10.10.1.1, click on enter e then click on apply.

Now we can discover our device in the match function.

And this is how you can easily control a device through a VPN.

To update, we must go to Design, Match, and then click on Discovery.

We will see all the devices in our network, and below we will see the number of amplifiers that have new firmware available.

By clicking here ... we would go directly to the System list view, where we could see the current firmware version in red and the new version available.

We can select one or more amplifiers simply by holding down 'shift', then we click on the 'Update' button, and then again on the 'Update' button.

Once the upgrade is complete (which may take a few minutes) you can check the version of the firmware installed.

Returning to Workspace, you will see that the amplifiers will be ready for use.

A new feature added to ArmoníaPlus is the Synchronization button. It can be accessed by clicking on the upper right ‘A+’ emblem and is available from any window within the software in both the Live Sound and Install skin of ArmoníaPlus.

This feature allows the user to freely design using online amplifiers without making real-time changes within the current project while Synchronization is off (shown in red).  While Synchronization is off the user cannot add any discovered amplifiers to their project and any amplifier previously synched to the project will appear offline.

When Synchronization is enabled ArmoníaPlus will pull all amplifier data in real-time to the active project.  Here you can see we have enabled Synchronization and the emblem is now green. If the user would like to match virtual amplifiers to the discovered amplifiers the Synchronization feature must also be turned on.

To the right of Synchronization is the newly added Controls and Views button (rocket button).  When the button is disabled, the user has full control of the system via ArmoníaPlus and no passive controls or views will be useable.  Once engaged the user can control the system with the use of passive controllers and Views. Light control within ArmoníaPlus is allowed but only consists of EQ, Mute, Polarity, and Level changes.

Some Error messages may occur when trying to run the Controls and Views. It is important to note that these error messages are not bugs within the software but are due to one or many instances and it is recommended to check that all Zones, Sources, Speakers, and Amplifiers have been assigned properly within your project.

When enabling ‘Run Controls and Views’ ArmoníaPlus will let the user know that they are about to deploy an active system and will prompt the user to save the current setup before deployment.  Once the project has been saved the system will configure itself to ‘Run’.

Once complete, a window with a checklist will appear confirming which ‘Views Host’ the system is running, that audio settings have been loaded to the amplifiers, and that the user can now close ArmoníaPlus. This can also be confirmed by viewing the status of the ‘green’ colored rocket found in the upper right-hand window.

With the proper use of Synchronization, Controls, and Views, the designer can be assured their system is complete and ready for deployment, allowing the end user, smooth, precise control of their background music system.

In this section, we will look at how an ArmoníaPlus project designer can use the project properties section on ArmoníaPlus to enable project details, Views Host, and access support information of the said project.

Within the Workspace select the A+ emblem found in the upper left-hand corner of the program window and click ‘Project Properties.’

This is the ‘Project Properties’ section. This section is divided into 3 subsections.

We are currently looking at ‘Project Details’ sub-section. This is where the designer can input information about this project such as ‘title’, ‘address’, and notes about the project. Let's input the information about this project.

Next, let’s select Views Host. Within this sub-section, the designer can control the currently active View Host by selecting the Views Host within the ‘preferred’ column. Here they can also view the ‘location’ of different Views Host within their project. Lastly, they can choose whether to exclude certain Views Host’s from their project by clicking the ‘No Symbol’ found in the ‘Actions’ column.

Now, let's access the ‘support’ sub-section. This is where the designer can input the support details for this project so that when the need arises, the client can conveniently access the details in the ‘Sys Control App’. Information such as the person in charge, ‘name’, ‘company’, ‘email address, and ‘phone number' can be inserted here. Let’s input the information for this sub-section.

After all the information has been keyed in, we can now deploy this project to our system.

Now let’s move to Sys Control App.

While in the Sys Control App, if the client would like to gain access to the support information, all they need to do is to select the “i” icon on the top right corner within the ‘Control System’ page of the application.

The Project Properties tab is a very useful window to address certain aspects of the project file. It not only allows the designer a preferred choice over the Views Host server but also gives the end user quick access to technical support information if the need should arise.

F1 Workspace E+4 Gain

F2 System List E+5 Shading

F3 Operator View E+6 Delay

F4 Health+ E+7 Polarity

A Amplifiers E+8 EQ

S Speakers E+9 Headroom

D Dual View R+1 Mute (Show)

< Arrow R+2 Gain (Show)

Q Design R+3 EQ (Show)

W Config R+4 Mains (Show)

E Tune R+5 Impedance

R Show R+6 Headroom (Show)

Q+1 Add Ctrl+Scrool Zoom

Q+2 Link Ctrl+A Select All (Amplifier or speakers)

Q+3 Match Ctrl+C Copy (Amps, speakers and others)

W+1 IP Ctrl+V Paste (Amps, speakers and others)

W+2 Preset Delete Delete (Amps, speakers and others)

W+3 AutoSetup Ctrl+Shift+V Pack Vertical

W+4 Input Ctrl+Shift+H Pack Horizontal

W+5 Matrix Ctrl+Alt+V Orientation Vertical

W+6 Damping Ctrl+Alt+H Orientation Horizontal

W+7 Mains Cmd/Win+N New Project

E+1 Mute Cmd/Win+S Save

E+2 TestSys Cmd/Win+Q Exit

E+3 Solo Cmd/Win+M Minimaze

Once theControl Viewsare tested the user can close ArmoníaPlus. Using the IP Address given by the ‘View host device’ (Figure 11), any PC or mobile device connected to the network can now access and control the availableWeb ViewsandApp Views(Figure 12).

Figure 11 - Views Host IP Address

Figure 12- Views Host Device Web Views

Additional Notes The IP address provided under ‘View host device’ inFigure 11above is the IP Address of the computer which is currently managing the control of theWeb Views.Views Host software needs to be installed on a computer permanent to the network subnet as the Powersoft system in order for theViewsto be accessible. This is not necessary if using the WM Touch, because the Views Host lives on the device. If we use the example created inFigure 11above, ‘View host device’ tells us that the IP Address to access theWeb Viewsis at IP Address: 192.168.1.122. If the user wants to deploy a WM Touch as the ‘View host device’they simply would use the IP Address of the WM Touch to access anyWeb ViewsorApp Views.

Once the user has completed designing the necessaryWeb Views,App Viewsand/or configuring theWM Touch,the system is ready to be launched (Figure 8). In the upper right corner of ArmoníaPlus, click on the rocket to open theControls & ViewsTab. After selectingRun, if not saved, ArmoníaPlus will present a window prompting the user to save the project file (Figure 9). Once the initialization of theControls & Viewsbegins, the user will notice theHealthPlusTab illuminating red and showing an alarm status (Figure 10). This is an expected operation and will clear onceControls & Viewsare running.

Figure 8 - Running Controls and Views

Figure 9 – Prompt to Save File Before Running

Figure 10 - HealthPlus Briefly Illuminates Red when Controls and Views begin toRun

After completing your design within ArmoníaPlus, selectDesign>Match>Discovery, found in theWorkspace,and turn onSynchronization(Figure 6). Match the corresponding amplifiers within the tray to the virtual amplifiers in theWorkspace. ForSynchronizationto complete leave theMatchtab. TheDesynchronization Window(Read/Send Dialogue) will appear once leaving theMatchtab and selectSend(Figure 7). WhenSynchronizationis complete the amplifier will appear online within theWorkspace.

Figure 6 – Discovery and Synchronization

Figure 7 - Desynchronization Window

Thanks to the release of ArmoníaPlus 2.2 network recovery of the WM Touch is now possible.

Installers can now easily discover and configure the IP Address of a WM Touch from a different subnet. Users can configure the IP Address of the WM Touch by right-clicking on the devices found within Match.

Making the WM Touch network recovery easily accessible gives installers and users a quick and reliable way to manage their devices on the network.

When installing the WM Touch within a project it is important to note that the Views Host is already integrated within the device and no external computer is required to run Views Host (Figure 4). The user may also control the system using theControl Sys ApporWeb Viewscreated in ArmoníaPlus. This is possible because the WM Touch is also the active Views Host device. A wireless router connected to the same network subnet as the WM Touch is required (Figure 5).

Figure 4- WM Touch Views Host Example

Figure 5- WM Touch Views Host with Sys Control App and Web Views Example

The Views Host can be installed onto a computer utilizing a Windows 10 x64 Operating System (OS). The system requirements are minimal. The computer should have 2GB of RAM and 100MB of drive memory available. Once installed the application can be found running in the Window’s Task Manager on theDetailsTab asViewsHost.exeandViewsHostService.exe(Figure 2). Views Host can be installed on multiple machines across the same network subnet. This allows the integrator to install Views Host on their own PC as well as a permanent PC that will live with the Powersoft system. When the project is complete, the integrator can remove their computer from the system and leave the management ofWeb ViewsandApp Viewsto the remaining permanent Views Host PC on the network (Figure 3). This allows the end user to have access toWeb ViewsandApp Viewsfor control, but not the entire ArmoníaPlus configuration file.

Figure 2- Views Host Running in Windows Task Manager

Figure 3- Views Host Network Example

IMPORTANT NOTE: If there are multiple Windows-based computers operating the Views Host on the same network, the PC which has received or has been assigned the lowest numbered IP Address will be given control of the system unless defined within ArmoníaPlus.

To install the Views Host software, click the following link:ArmoníaPlusand scroll to the “ArmoníaPlus downloads” section of this web page. Within this section, one will find Views Host software available (Figure 1). Click on the link and follow the installer’s prompts.

Figure 1- Views Host Download Link

IMPORTANT NOTE: If the integrator chooses only passive controls such as the Powersoft WMP LEVEL and WMP SELECT in the ArmoníaPlus install project, there is no need to install Views Host software. Views Host software is only needed if the integrator plans to deployWeb Viewsand/orApp Views.

Installing and running the Views Host software is an essential step in providing the end-user with access to the pre-designed Web Views and App Views of an ArmoníaPlus Install Project.

The Views Host application installs a Windows Service called “ PowersoftViewsHostService ” which runs automatically at Windows startup. The Windows Service needs to be installed and to operate on a Personal Computer (PC) that resides on the same network subnet as the Powersoft system.

Views Host software contains the control engine required for the deployment of Web Views or App Views control. Web Views control can be accessed with any web-browser and App Views control can operate on a mobile device using the Powersoft app SYS CONTROL. Within this document we will discuss the necessary steps for a successful installation of Views Host software onto a PC.

Ineventsreportingyou can enable various Users toreceiveanemailreportsent by HealthPlus everyhour. You can choose thelanguagein which to receive the report, whether to receive the events of a specificproject, orglobalof any project loaded, and also choose whether to receive only thealarms, the alarms +mediumevents, alarms + medium andlowevents.

Events Reporting

For HealthPlus to work itrequiresa computer with ArmoníaPlus running and an activeinternetconnection.

Below you can see an example of HealthPlus email reporting.

Email Reporting

In Event History, we can see the date of the event, type of event: Device or Software, priority: low, medium or alarm, and the description of the event. We can also export them to a file (.xlsx), and remove them all.

Event History

Active EventsIn "Active Events" we can see the events and alarms that are happening in the system. Also, we can see the example of a loss in audio channels, we see exactly how many channels were lost, which input format, amplifier, and channel, so that we can be precise in solving the problem.

Active Events

We can measure: Phases, Voltage, Current, and Power. (Figure below)

Measurements: Current and Power.

Hide and remove all

HealthPlus can have a maximum of 10 measurements enabled and display a maximum of 2 different ranges at a time, it’s possible to hide the measurements and delete all.

The saved measurements refer to the last hour of use.

We can measure the Temperature.

We can measure theHeadroomandImpedanceof thespeakers. (Figure below)

Measurements Speakers: Headroom and Impedance.

In HealthPlus we can measure variousdatapoints of a system. These measurements can be input channels, data related to thespeakers,and measurements that concern the mains. To select a measurement, click on the measurement icon.

The columns present in the measurements are:

• Remove and Show
• Color: This allows you to change the color of the measurement.
• Category, Name, and Parameter
• Max and Min: it indicates the maximum and minimum value of that particular measurement.
• Cursor: It shows you the value of where the mouse is positioned.

Inputs We can measure the input level in all formats,Dante / AES67,AES3(Digital), andAnalog. (Figure below)

Measurements Inputs: Dante and Analog in Backup Strategy.

Mains In this section it is possible to monitor the mains of the amplifiers. (Figure 5)

• Status
• Rack Name: The rack where they are positioned on theworkspace.
• Amp device: Their name.
• Amp model (Serial): The amplifier model andserialnumber.
• Phase
• Voltage
• Current
• Power

Figure 5 - Mains

StatusThe status of the amplifier in‘Mains’tab can be:

• Ok
• Virtual
• Offline: when we lose theconnectionwith an amplifier or when we turn it off.
• Warning(Phase): when there is a phase loss.
• Warning(Voltage): when an amplifier deviates from theaverage.

Amplifiers In this section, it is possible to monitor the status of the amplifiers by name, model, serial number,temperature, andfirmware. (Figure 4)ReadyIn the ready category, we can monitor amplifiersonline,stand-by,andoffline.TEMPERATUREEach amplifier model has different temperature ranges where they can work, also different points inside the amplifier where the temperature is taken to bemonitored, and to simplify readings to the end customer we have opted for a new way of viewing this inpercentage.

• 0% - 100%: Is an optimal range for working.
• 100% – 150%:Limitsthe outputs to reduceheatand helpcooling.
• > 150%: The amplifier could turn off to protect itself.

Firmware In Firmware we can monitor the total number of amplifiers:

• Updated: That has the latest firmware available.
• Outdated: amplifiers that have a more recentfirmwareavailable forupgrade.
• Not supported

Figure 4 - Amplifiers

StatusThe status of the amplifier in the ‘Amplifiers’ tab can be:

• Ok
• Virtual
• Discovered: An amplifier seen indiscovery, but which has not been added to the workspace.
• Stand-by
• Outdated: Amplifiers that have a more recent firmware available for upgrade.
• Not Supported
• OverTemp: >150%

Speakers In this section, it is possible to monitor the status of the speakers, which amplifier they are connected to, which output they are connected to, ways description, overall output gain, headroom, and impedance of the speaker. (Figure 3)

Figure 3 - Speakers

ActiveIn active, we can monitor the speakerwith signal,no signal(without signal), andMuted.HeadroomIn headroom, we could monitor:

• Positive Headroom:This means that you still have headroom to increase the volume in case you need it.
• Limiting:You have reached the limit of the loudspeaker! We recommend do not increase the volume more, if you need more SPL increase the number of speakers or select a more powerful loudspeaker.
• Heavy Limit: It means that the channels are limiting more than 12 dB ofgainreduction.(This could be because you have an under-sized system, increase the number of loudspeakers, or select a more powerful loudspeaker.)

ImpedanceIn this section, it is possible to monitor the speakers working within the nominalthresholdrange, which are inactive, and the loudspeakers at fault.

• Within the range: It is based on the impedance entered in the speaker preset information (.spk3). If no value is entered, the result is always within the nominal range.
• Inactive: When the amplifier is not reading the impedance, it will show the last measurement made.
• Fault: When the measurement is out of the established nominal threshold range.

E.g., with an 8 Ω speaker, the upper limit is 4x (32 Ω) and the lower limit is 1/2 (4 Ω), so above 32 Ω and below 4 Ω, HealthPlus will send an alarm Fault. TheHi-Zdescription appears in the X and Ottocanali Series above 400 Ω, and the T Series, Duecanali, and Quattrocanali above 100 Ω.

Inputs In this section it is possible to monitor the inputs channels, their quantity in total and are divided intoActive,PassiveandMissingcategories. (Figure 1)

Active

These are the inputs that are playing, independent of the format. We can monitor the total number of input channels for:

• Dante / AES67
• AES3(Digital)
• Analog

Furthermore, in status, there is the possibility to ignore one or more channels so that HealthPlus does not always signal an alarm. e.g., when youmutethe mixer master or between tracks using a media player.

Passive

These are the signals present in thebackupstrategy, ready to become active as needed.

e.g., For input redundancy, when we lose a digital input and have an analog signal in the backup strategy.

Missing

Signals are lost since you saved the reference.

Figure 1 - Inputs

Save & clear reference

With HealthPlus it is possible to monitor the number of input signals and you can also save a reference so that ArmoníaPlus sends you analarmwhen this reference changes. By clicking on save the reference, (4/4), which would be the number of channels present / the number of reference channels.

E.g., when you lose one or more input channels. A recommended time to activate this reference is at the end of a soundcheck or at the end of an installation. (Figure 2)

Figure 2 - Save and clear reference

Is the new ArmoníaPlusmonitoringandmeasurementsystem, which allows you to accurately monitor each amplifier, speaker, and in-and-out signals. Furthermore, you allow yourself to measure a lot of information for analysis.

HealthPlus, replaces the software’s previous ‘Events’tab, giving sound engineers and integrators a streamlined monitoring environment of all elements in a given sound system with improved communication, control, and reporting ensuring even better performance than ever before. HealthPlus updated display gives engineers a complete suite of system diagnostic controls to monitor the health and effectiveness of any sound system in real-time, it can be used with a touring PA or in fixed installations like cinemas, airports, theme parks, etc. In addition to input monitoring for power amplifiers, speakers, and other connected devices, the system is also capable of measuring system health indicators such as headroom, temperature, voltage, and impedance to ensure optimal performance of all elements and will automatically alert users in case of malfunctions or element failures. Engineers can also now utilize the Event History function to track uploaded programs, and user logins, and diagnose any long-term system issues. Finally, HealthPlus has improved reporting, giving users the ability to track multiple indicators at once over an hour time log period for more detailed system monitoring.

The ‘ Views Designer’ tab can be accessed across the top portion of the ArmoníaPlus 2.0 Workspace window or by pressing F3 on your keyboard.  Within this tab you will find the App View tab, which is located on the left-hand side of the Views Designer window.

To add a new App View simply select “New App View”.  You have the option to Delete, Rename or Duplicate the current App View.

To the right-hand side of the Views Designer Window, we can access the App View Properties menu.  Within the View Functions we have the option to engage Zones, System Scenes, and Global Power On/Off.  Shown in our App View Screen we can select multiple or independent Zones while controlling Levels, Sources, and Mutes.

By enabling our System Scenes, we have the ability to recall scenes with just the press of a single button.  Turning on Power gives us full global control of our amplifiers by simply pressing and holding the button for a few seconds.

Lastly, we have the option of engaging this App View to be private and whether it will require a password for control access.  We can also generate the QR code of this App View to share with other Users.

The System List displays the main details of all the amplifiers making up the current Setup (either on-line or off-line). The System List is a useful tool both in live events and in maintenance environments, where multiple units have to be monitored.

HEADER ROW

The view is completely customizable: it is possible to select what column to show or hide. Right click on the header row and select among the following:

Dante Name

Load Imp. W

Mains limit

Preset list revision (only for Loto)

Model

Preset ( Snapshot. pam )

On/Off

MAC Address

Mains

Scheduler

The ability to change between a mono, stereo or summed send within the installation skin of ArmoníaPlus is quick. The software allows the user simple manipulation of their systems routing with just the click of a mouse. Within this video we will explain how to adjust the routing assignments within a project while referencing an existing example named ‘Install One’.

To access the routing assignments within ArmoníaPlus we need to select the ‘Config’ > ‘Routing’ tab found across the bottom portion of the Workspace.  Within this tab, we will find the ‘Source Format’: Mono, Stereo, and Multi-Channel. By selecting mono and choosing our ‘Zone 2’ loudspeakers we can choose if this group of loudspeakers is ‘ ON’, this will allow the source to send.  we also have the option of whether it is ‘ OFF’, this mutes the send.

Let’s now select ‘Stereo’ within the ‘Source Format’ tray below. Choosing ‘Stereo’ and clicking on our point source loudspeaker within ‘Zone 1’ we can change the loudspeaker from a ‘Left’, ‘Right’ or ‘Summed Left and Right’ send.  You can notice that ‘Zone 1’ is configured as a ‘Stereo’ send with both ‘Left’ and ‘Right’ sends selected within this zone. ‘Zone 2’ and ‘Zone 3’ have been selected as a ‘Summed Left and Right’ send.  We also have the option to turn these sends ‘OFF’ just like was shown within the ‘Mono’ ‘Source Format’.

Choosing ‘Multi Ch.’ within the ‘Source Format’ tray will allow the user to choose multiple channels for individual loudspeakers.  This routing option can be used for surround sound systems and will support a Dolby Atoms system of sixty-four channels  when used in conjunction with a Dolby Atmos processor.

ArmoníaPlus is here to help the user's installation move quickly and efficiently. Routing within ArmoníaPlus is simple and intuitive, allowing the user confidence, knowing their system is rooted for success.

ArmoníaPlus 2.3 now features Mono-Mix Source Dante Sharing. This new feature addresses the use of Powersoft’s Dynamic Music Distribution system. It enables users to have more stereo sources available in designs when using 4-channel MEZZO AD models while driving 2 or more zones.

The ability to distribute a stereo source as a Mono-Mix on Dante gives value to a system. Users can now save Dante input channels on receiving amplifiers, allowing them to have unique stereo source selections available for each zone. This benefit allows for example the use of a single MEZZO 604AD to drive for independent zones, each playing different background music sources.

The use of this feature only applies to system designs using MEZZO AD models. The Mono-Mix Dante sharing capabilities are limited to sources that are physically patched to MEZZO AD analog inputs and shared over Dante.

To add a Mono-Mix Source within ArmoníaPlus simply choose Design > Add and select ‘Source’ found within the upper window of the loudspeaker workspace; With the source in the workspace select it and choose ‘Analog’ as the format. Next, select ‘ Mono ( L+R mix )’ in the dropdown window. Now, choose ‘ edit patch’ and patch left and right to inputs 1 and 2, and enable Dante sharing.

ArmoníaPlus 2.3 now gives the user more stereo sources in designs when driving 2 or more zones using 4-channel MEZZO AD’s. Another example of Powersoft’s technologies supporting its ever-growing user base.

Yes. Autosave can be managed from 'Options' (A+), 'General' and by configuring the parameters under the Autosave option. The "Open Autosave Folder" button is used to recall saved files. You can also access the autosave files by clicking the A+ logo and selecting "New/Open"

Just create your project and then go to A + menu and choose Save as template. Each time you open ArmoníaPlus you will have the option to start from the previously created project.

Up to a 8 Advanced/Array groups.

Up to 32 filters per layer, 3 layers for each EQ, for a total of 96 filters per channel.

Add your device into the workspace, right-click on the amplifier, then select Device-->Reset

In Market Place, (which is in the A + menu) where you can install the plug-ins already present there as well as the preset libraries that each brand makes available. If you can't find the plug-in you want on Market Place, get in touch with specific brand support and they will support you.

Is the new ArmoníaPlus monitoring and measurement system, which allows you to accurately monitor each amplifier, speakers, and in-and-out signals. Furthermore you allow yourself to measure a lot of information for analysis.

Events has been replaced with the new monitoring and measurement system called Health +. Health_ can be accessed from the top middle section of ArmoníaPlus.

Just copy a link of the project to this directory: C:\Users\admin\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup

Yes, with the new .spk3, you can add your custom images as well as add MEQs and enter useful data for the final customer. Further information can be found inside the DSP of an amplifier such as the X Series on the part: Speaker configuration.

First, make sure you have ArmoníaPlus V1.4 and above for this feature. To be able to patch your amplifier's Dante input from ArmoníaPlus, select the "A+" logo, go to "Options", on "Options", select "Communication Manager". On "Communication Manager", select the "Dante" column for the network poert you are working with. Bear in mind if Dante is enabled for the port, ArmoníaPlus would be enabled as well. To disable ArmoníaPlus for the said port, click the radio button to turn it "OFF".

MEQ are a set of equalizations that the manufacturer develops for a speaker or a series of speakers to compensate low frequencies (Speakers coupling) to compensate the air loss (Long, medium, short throw) and for Low / High Contourn equalization or for musical styles.

At the moment ArmoníaPlus is only for Windows platform but can be used on Mac OS running a Virtual Machine software like "Parallels" or similar. The application note on how to do this is available here