D-Show Console Software Version 1.1.1 Update

For D-Show systems running console software version 1.1.0

November, 2005

From the D-Show 1.1.1 Read Me.pdf, included with the downloads:

What's Fixed in D-Show 1.1.1?

Fixed: D-Show Snapshot Recall Gets Out of Sync when Using MIDI Program Change Commands to Recall Snapshots (Item #68034)

  • Incoming MIDI messages were being queued incorrectly, resulting in MIDI program changes recalling snapshots out of order.

Fixed: After a Console Reset or Power Cycle, Lightly Touching a Fader without Moving It Can Cause the Fader to Jump to "–infinity" (Item #69682)

  • Fixed an initialization condition where lightly brushing the faders would occasionally cause them to change position.

Fixed: PQ Controller Settings Can Become Corrupted on Power Up or Reset (Item #70018)

  • Fixed an initialization condition where PQ Controller level settings might sometimes be restored incorrectly after a reset or on power on.

Fixed: Hardware Monitor High Temperature Alert Was Set Too Low (Item #69347)

  • The hardware monitoring temperature threshold has been increased in accordance with the motherboard manufacturer's specification to reduce the likelihood of a false overheating report.

Fixed: Changing Between Parameter Pages Mapped to the Assignable Output Encoders in Insert Mode is Sluggish for Some Plug-ins (Item #68021)

  • Some plug-ins would exhibit a noticeable lag time when using D-Show's Next and Prev buttons to switch between parameter pages mapped to the Assignable Output encoders.

Fixed: Some EQ Plug-In Controls Appear Non-Functional when Mapped to the EQ Section of the ACS (Item #69321)

  • Plug-ins that map stepped frequencies instead of a continuous range of frequencies to the ACS section EQ Frequency encoders are now supported.

Fixed: Preset Files for Plugs-Ins Installed Manually Are Not Properly Located and Imported into D-Show (Item #68311)

  • Preset files for plug-ins installed manually (from the Windows desktop) were not being recognized by D-Show and therefore would not show up in the Presets folder.

Fixed: Plug-in Preset Settings Transferred to a USB Key Disk Are Stored with an Incorrect Folder Structure (Item #68100)

  • An incorrect file path was being created when transferring plug-in presets to a USB disk, affecting transfers to and from DShow and the standalone software.

Fixed: Syncing Plug-In Presets for a Single Plug-In Results in Syncing Presets for All Plug-Ins (Item #68639)

  • Preset files for all plug-ins—not just the selected plug-in—were being synchronized when using the Sync All feature on the Filing > Transfer page.

Fixed: Typing a "1" on the Numeric Keypad Clears Text Fields (Item #69348)

  • If a numeric keypad was being used, typing a "1" would inadvertently delete the selected text field.

Fixed: Aux Send Level Set to 0 dB Instead of "–Infinity" for a Channel Not Assigned to Mains when a Replace With Mix From… Operation Is Invoked (Item #64586)

  • When using the Replace With Mix From feature to copy a Mains (LR or C/Mono) mix to an Aux or Variable Group, the send level for any channel not assigned to Mains was set to 0 dB instead of "-infinity."

Fixed: PACE Plug-In Copy Protection Updated to Version 5.3 (Item #70364)

  • This update installs the latest version of the PACE copy protection driver in order to ensure compatibility with newer plugins.

Who should use D-Show 1.1.1?

This update is recommended for all D-Show console users and contains fixes in the following areas:

  • MIDI snapshot recall
  • Plug-in parameter mapping
  • User data management
  • Plug-in copy protection
  • Personal Q (PQ)

D-Show 1.1.1 Console Update Q & A

Q: How do I install this update on my D-Show console?
A: You simply download the update file and then follow the included instructions to install the update via USB key disk or a CD burned from the downloaded files.

Q: How long does it take to install this update on a D-Show console?
A: Once the update file is downloaded, the installation process should take less than 15 minutes.

Q: Does applying the update delete any plug-ins or affect any of my saved data (show files, presets, etc.)?
A: No, all plug-ins and user data are preserved during the update.

Q: Are my existing show files compatible with this update?
A: Yes, all show files created using previous versions of D-Show software are compatible with this update.

Q: Are show files created with D-Show 1.1.1 compatible with previous versions of D-Show?
A: Show files created using D-Show version 1.1.1 are compatible with any version of D-Show 1.1 software. They are not compatible with D-Show version 1.0.

Q: How can I tell what version of D-Show software I'm using?
A: The software version is shown in the lower right hand corner of the Options > System Config page. The first three digits are the version number; the last field is the build number. For example, "1.1.0.140" is version 1.1.0, build 140.

Q: If my console is still using D-Show version 1.0, do I need to install version 1.1 first before applying this update?
A: Yes. This update can only be applied to a console already running D-Show version 1.1. Any console running D-Show version 1.0 must first be updated using the version 1.1 update kit, which is available from Digidesign Customer Service.

Q: Do I need to download a new version of the standalone D-Show software (for offline editing)?
A: It is recommended, but not required, that you also download and install an updated version of the standalone D-Show software, which is available from the D-Show Standalone Software Downloads page. If you routinely transfers preset information using the Filing > Transfer page, you should download the latest version of standalone software to get the benefit of several fixes in this update.

Updating D-Show

The D-Show console can be updated using either of the following methods:

Method 1: Using a USB key disk

  1. Ensure 80MB of free space is available on the USB key disk.
  2. Download the D-Show_Update_1.1.1.3.zip file.
  3. Unzip the file. Locate the folder named D-Show Update.
  4. Copy the D-Show Update folder and all of its contents to the top (root) level of the USB key disk.
  5. Insert the USB key disk into an available USB port on the D-Show FOH Rack.
  6. Place the D-Show console into Config Mode.
  7. Choose Update from the System Config tab of the Options page and follow the on-screen instructions.

Method 2: Using a CD Image File

  1. Download the D-Show_Update_1.1.1.3_CD.zip file.
  2. Unzip the file. Locate the file named D-Show_Update_1.1.1.3_CD.iso.
  3. Use a CD burning application such as Nero or Easy CD Creator to create a CD from this iso image file.**
  4. Insert the CD into the CD ROM drive of the D-Show FOH Rack.
  5. Place the D-Show console into Config Mode.
  6. Choose Update from the System Config tab of the Options page and follow the on-screen instructions.

** Do not simply burn a copy of the iso file to the CD, as this does not create the proper contents. Freeware is available for Windows XP from the following link if your CD burning software does not support iso files:

Download D-Show 1.1.1 Console Software

Method 1: Using a USB key disk:

  • For USB Data Device Transfer
  • For Digidesign VENUE D-Show Systems Only
  • 26.4 MB Windows ZIP (.zip) file

Method 2: Using a CD Image File:

  • CD Image File for Burning CD
  • For Digidesign VENUE D-Show Systems Only
  • 26.4 MB Windows ZIP (.zip) file

Download Help

Windows ZIP (.zip) format downloads should be downloaded to your local hard drive by choosing "Save to Disk", then expanded. Windows XP has the un-zip capability built into the XP operating system. After saving to your Desktop in Windows XP, right-click on the file and choose "Open". If you experience download or decoding problems, please see the Download Help FAQ

Compatibility Information

For additional system requirements, please see the following section of the Digidesign Compatibility Documents:

Digidesign VENUE Product Information

D-Show Software Release History & Availability

Current Version Console Software Standalone Software for Windows XP
D-Show 2.0.1
June 2006
v2 Download & Details v2 Download & Details
Previous Versions Console Software Standalone Software for Windows XP
D-Show 2.0
March 2006
Contact Customer Service Administration v2 Download & Details
D-Show 1.1.1
November 2005
Download Above v1 Download & Details
D-Show 1.1
July 2005
Contact Customer Service Administration

v1 Download & Details

D-Show 1.0
February 2005
Contact Customer Service Administration v1 Download & Details


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