Redbox - Sonifex

HANDBOOK
Redbox
User Handbook No 6
RB-SS10
RB-DSS10
RB-PMX4
RB-DMX4
RB-SSML1
RB-OA3
RB-OA3R
RB-OA3C
RB-MM1
RB-MTV1
RB-IPE
RB-TGHDB
RB-TGHDX
10 Way Stereo Analogue Source Selector/Mixer
10 Way Stereo Digital Source Selector
10 Input, 4 Output Analogue Pre-set Mixer (1U)
4 x 4 Channel Digital Audio Mixer/Router (1U)
Mic/Line Source Selector with Compressor/
Limiter
3 Studio On-Air Switcher
Remote Switch Panel For RB-OA3
Expansion Unit Cable Kit for RB-OA3
Mix-Minus Generator
Contribution Voiceover Monitor with Talkback
IP Extender for GPIO & Analogue Control Signals
Multi-Channel High Definition Tone Generator
Multi-Channel High Definition Tone Generator
Manufacturers of audio & video
products for radio & TV broadcasters
Redbox Handbook 6
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Redbox User Handbook No 6
Revision 3.01, June 2017
©Sonifex Ltd, 2017
All Rights Reserved
Stock Code: 30-345
Artwork: AW10840A
Sonifex Ltd, 61, Station Road, Irthlingborough,
Northants, NN9 5QE, England.
Tel: +44 (0)1933 650 700
Fax: +44 (0)1933 650 726
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.sonifex.co.uk
Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a
commitment on the part of the vendor. Sonifex Ltd shall not be liable for any loss or damage
whatsoever arising from the use of information or any error contained in this manual.
No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic
or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, information storage and retrieval systems, for any
purpose other than the purchaser’s personal use, without the express written permission of Sonifex
Ltd. Unless otherwise noted, all names of companies, products and persons contained herein are
part of a completely fictitious adaptation and are designed solely to document the use of Sonifex
product.
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Contents
Contents
Product Warranty - 2 Year Extended
Sonifex Warranty & Liability Terms & Conditions
1. Definitions
2. Warranty
Unpacking Your Product
Repairs & Returns
Conformity
Safety & Installation of Mains Operated Equipment
Voltage Setting Checks
Fuse Rating
Power Cable & Connection
WEEE Directive
Atmosphere/Environment
Fitting Redboxes
1 RB-SS10 10 Way Stereo Analogue Source Selector/Mixer
Introduction
System Block Diagram
Front Panel Indicators & Controls
Rear Panel Connections and Operation
RB-SS10 Remote Start I/O
Technical Specifications RB-SS10
2 RB-DSS10 10 Way Stereo Digital Source Selector
Introduction
System Block Diagram
Front Panel Indicators & Controls
Rear Panel Connections and Operation
Technical Specifications RB-DSS10
3 RB-PMX4 10 Input, 4 Output Analogue Preset Mixer
Introduction
System Block Diagram
Rear Panel Connections and Operation
Front Panel Controls
Technical Specifications RB-PMX4
4 RB-DMX4 4 x 4 Channel Digital Audio Mixer/Router
Introduction
Front Panel Controls and Indicators
Rear Panel DIPSwitch Controls
Boot Mode (DIPSwitch 12)
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Applications of Use
Rear Panel Connectors
Serial Port Control
Serial Interface Commands and Responses
SCi for RB-DMX4
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Status Page
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Control Page
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Miscellaneous Page
Updating The Firmware
Technical Specification For RB-DMX4
5 RB-SSML1 Mic/Line Source Selector with
Compressor Limiter
Introduction
System Block Diagram
Rear Panel Connections
Front Panel Controls
Technical Specifications RB-SSML1
6 RB-OA3 3 Studio On-Air Switcher
Introduction
System Block Diagram
Rear Panel Connections and Operation
Configuring for Operation
Studio Expansion
Bus Expansion
Studio & Bus (4 Unit) Expansion
Indications – How The LEDS Are Used
Operational Modes
Rear Panel Connections & Operation
Technical Specifications RB-OA3
7 RB-OA3R Remote Switch Panel For RB-OA3
Introduction
Technical Specifications RB-OA3R
8 RB-OA3C Expansion Unit Cable Kit For RB-OA3
Introduction
Technical Specifications RB-OA3C
9 RB-MM1 Mix Minus Generator
Introduction
System Block Diagram
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Contents & Figures
Front Panel Indicator
Rear Panel Connections and Operation
Stereo Inputs From Mixer Main Output
Input From Mixer Telephone Fader
Output Null Adjustments (LF and Full-Band)
Band Pass Filter Switch
Output to Telephone Balance Unit (TBU)
Output Level Adjustment
Operation of the RB-MM1
Technical Specifications RB-MM1
10 RB-MTV1 Contribution Voiceover Monitor With Talkback
Introduction
System Block Diagram
Front Panel Controls & Indicators
Rear Panel Connections & Operation
Technical Specification For RB-MTV1
11 RB-IPE IP Extender for GPIO & Analogue Control Signals
Introduction
Controls & Indicators
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Front Panel Controls and Indicators
Rear Panel
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Input & Output Port Specifications
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RB-IPE Inputs
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RB-IPE Outputs
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Relay General Purpose Outputs
Ethernet Interface Commands and Responses
Identification and Network Commands:
Communication Sequencing:
Port Configuration Commands:
RB-IPE Webserver
Updating the RB-IPE
Technical Specification For RB-IPE
12 RB-TGHD(B&X) Multi-Channel High Definition Tone
Generator
Introduction
Front Panel Controls & Indicators
Sequence Details
Rear Panel Connections & Operation
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Serial Interface Commands & Responses Protocol
Serial Data Format
RB-TGHD SCi Remote Control Software
Installing the Optional Sync Boards
Opening the RB-TGHD
Technical Specification RB-TGHD (B & X)
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RB-RK1Small Redbox Front Rack-mount Kit .
RB-RK2 Small Redbox Rear Rack-mount Kit.
RB-RK3 Large Redbox Rear Rack-mount Kit.
RB-SS10 Front Panel
RB-SS10 System Block Diagram
RB-SS10 Front Panel
RB-SS10 Rear Panel
Analogue Audio Inputs Pin Connections
Remote Start Pin Connections
Connection Example
Remote Select/Switch Input Connections
Connection Example
Status Output Pin Connections
Connection Example
RB-DSS10 Front Panel
RB-DSS10 System Block Diagram
RB-DSS10 Front Panel
RB-DSS10 Rear Panel
Digital Audio Inputs and S/PDIF Output
Pin Connections
Remote Start Pin Connections.
Connection Example
Remote Select/Switch Input Connections
Status Output Pin Connections
Connection Example
RB-PMX4 Front Panel
RB-PMX4 Block Diagram
RB-PMX4 Rear Panel
RB-PMX4 Front Panel Controls
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RB-DMX4 Front Panel
RB-DMX4 System Block Diagram
RB-DMX4 Front Panel Controls and Indicators
RB-DMX4 Front Panel DIPSwitches
RB-DMX4 INPUT 1 & 2 Select Button
RB-DMX4 INPUT Gain Pots
RB-DMX4 MONITOR Button
RB-DMX4 Serial Control Indicator LED
RB-DMX4 Headphone Output & Level Control
RB-DMX4 Rear Panel DIPSwitch Block
RB-DMX4 Rear Panel
Serial Port Default Settings
Status Page
Control Page
Miscellaneous Page
RB-SSML1 Front Panel
RB-SSML1 Block Diagram
RB-SSML1 Rear Panel.
DIP Switch to Control Mic & Meter Features
RB-SSML1 Front Panel
RB-OA3 Front Panel
RB-OA3 System Block Diagram
RB-OA3 Rear Panel
RB-OA3 Unit Identity Definitions
RB-OA3 Unit Identity Reset Settings
RB-OA3 Studio Expansion Diagram
RB-OA3 Bus Expansion Diagram
RB-OA3 Studio & Bus Expansion Diagram
RB-OA3 Multiple RB-OA3 Expansion Diagram
Offer & Accept Button Operation
RB-OA3 LSO Expansion Connector Definitions
RB-OA3 LSO Expansion Connector Details
RB-OA3 Mix Input Connector Definitions
RB-OA3 Mix Input Connector Details
RB-OA3 Transmission I/O Connector Definitions
RB-OA3 Transmission Outputs Connector Details
RB-OA3 Studio 1-3 Audio Connector Definitions
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Fig 6-18: RB-OA3 Studio 1-3 Audio Connector Details
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Fig 6-19: RB-OA3 Studio 1-3 Control Connector Definitions
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Fig 6-20: RB-OA3 Switch & Lamp Control Details
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Fig 6-21: RB-OA3 Profanity Delay Control Connector Definitions56
Fig 6-22: RB-OA3 Profanity Delay Control Connector Details 56
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RB-OA3R Front Panel
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RB-OA3R Rear Panel
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Fig 7-3:
RB-OA3R Control Function lndication Colour
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Fig 7-4:
RB-OA3R Pin Out Definitions
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Fig 7-5:
RB-OA3R Pin Out Positions
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RB-MM1 Front Panel.
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RB-MM1 System Block Diagram
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RB-MM1 Rear Panel.
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Fig 10-1: RB-MTV1 Front Panel
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Fig 10-2: RB-MTV1 Block Diagram
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Fig 10-3: MIC Button
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Fig 10-4: LED Meter
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Fig 10-5: Limit LED
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Fig 10-6: TALK Button
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Fig 10-7: Headphone Level Controls
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Fig 10-8: RB-MTV1 Rear Panel Connections
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Table 10-1: Rear Panel DIPSwitch Configuration Settings
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Fig 10-9: Underside of RB-MTV1 Showing Headphone
Channel Mix DIPSwitches
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Table 10-2: Underside DIPSwitch Settings For Headphone
Channel Mix Options
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Fig 11-1: RB-IPE Front Panel
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Fig 11-2: RB-IPE Block Diagram
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Fig 11-3: Front Panel Controls and Indicators
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Fig 11-4: RB-IPE Rear Panel
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Fig 11-5: Isolated General Purpose Inputs
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Fig 11-6: Active Low General Purpose Inputs
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Fig 11-7: Analogue Control Voltage Inputs
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Fig 11-8: Relay General Purpose Outputs
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Fig 11-11: Screen shot of the RB-IPE Webserver home page
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Fig 12-1: RB-TGHDX Front Panel
Fig 12-2: Channel Active LEDs
Fig 12-3: ChannelsButton & LEDs
Fig 12-4: Sequence Mode Button & LEDs
Fig 12-5: Sequence Button & LEDs
Table 12-1: Valid Sequences For Channel Configurations
Table 12-2: Sequence Restart Button Action
Table 12-3: Digital Sample Rate Settings
Fig 12-6: Sequence Loop Button & LEDs
Fig 12-7: DIPSwitch Settings
Table 12-4: Synchronization Mode Settings
Table 12-5: Digital Sample Width Settings
Table 12-6: Audio Line-Up Settings
Fig 12-8: RB-TGHDX Rear Panel
Fig 12-9: RB-TGHDB Rear Panel
Table 12-7: Remote Inputs
Table 12-8: Remote Outputs
Fig 12-10: SCi Launcher
Fig 12-11: SCi Device Discovery Panel
Fig 12-12: SCi Launcher Loaded
Fig 12-13: SCi Main Control Screen
Fig 12-14: SCi User Sequence Screen
Fig 12-15: SCi Misc Screen
Table 12-9: Firmware Upgrade Status LED
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Warranty Registration
Register Online for an
Extended 2 Year Warranty
As standard, Sonifex products are
supplied with a 1 year back to base
warranty.
If you register the product online, you
can increase your product warranty
to 2 years and we can also keep
you informed of any product design
improvements or modifications.
Product:
Serial No:
To register your product, please go online to www.sonifex.co.uk/register
Sonifex Limited y 61 Station Road y Irthlingborough y Northamptonshire y NN9 5QE y United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)1933 650 700 y Fax: +44 (0)1933 650 726 y Email: [email protected] y Internet: www.sonifex.co.uk
Warranty
Product Warranty - 2 Year Extended
As standard, Sonifex products are supplied with a 1 year back to base
warranty. In order to register the date of purchase and so that we can keep
you informed of any product design improvements or modifications, it is
important to complete the warranty registration online. Additionally, if you
register the product on the Sonifex website, you can increase your product
warranty to 2 years. Go to the Sonifex website at: http://www.sonifex.
co.uk/technical/register/index.asp to apply for your 2 year warranty.
Sonifex Warranty & Liability Terms & Conditions
1. Definitions
‘the Company’ means Sonifex Ltd and where relevant includes companies
within the same group of companies as Sonifex Limited.
This is the entire Contract between the parties relating to the subject
matter hereof and may not be changed or terminated except in writing in
accordance with the provisions of this Contract. A reference to the consent,
acknowledgement, authority or agreement of the Company means in
writing and only by a director of the Company.
2. Warranty
a.
The Company agrees to repair or (at its discretion) replace Goods
which are found to be defective (fair wear and tear excepted) and
which are returned to the Company within the Warranty Term
provided that each of the following are satisfied:
i.
notification of any defect is given to the Company immediately
upon its becoming apparent to the Purchaser;
ii.
‘the Purchaser’ means the person or organisation who buys or has agreed
to buy the Goods.
the Goods have only been operated under normal operating
conditions and have only been subject to normal use (and
in particular the Goods must have been correctly connected
and must not have been subject to high voltage or to ionising
radiation and must not have been used contrary to the
Company’s technical recommendations);
iii.
‘the Price’ means the Price of the Goods and any other charges incurred by
the Company in the supply of the Goods.
the Goods are returned to the Company’s premises at the
Purchaser’s expense;
iv.
any Goods or parts of Goods replaced shall become the
property of the Company;
v.
no work whatsoever (other than normal and proper
maintenance) has been carried out to the Goods or any part of
the Goods without the Company’s prior written consent;
vi.
the defect has not arisen from a design made, furnished or
specified by the Purchaser;
‘the Goods’ means the goods or any part thereof supplied by the Company
and where relevant includes: work carried out by the Company on items
supplied by the Purchaser; services supplied by the Company; and software
supplied by the Company.
‘the Warranty Term’ is the length of the product warranty which is usually
12 months from the date of despatch; except when the product has been
registered at the Sonifex website when the Warranty Term is 24 months
from the date of despatch.
‘the Contract’ means the quotation, these Conditions of Sale and any
other document incorporated in a contract between the Company and the
Purchaser.
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the Goods have been assembled or incorporated into other
goods only in accordance with any instructions issued by the
Company;
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the defect has not arisen from a design modified by the
Purchaser;
ix.
the defect has not arisen from an item manufactured by a person
other than the Company. In respect of any item manufactured
by a person other than the Company, the Purchaser shall only be
entitled to the benefit of any warranty or guarantee provided by
such manufacturer to the Company.
b.
In respect of computer software supplied by the Company the
Company does not warrant that the use of the software will be
uninterrupted or error free.
c.
The Company accepts liability:
(i)
(ii)
d.
e.
to the best of the belief and knowledge of the Company, and the
Company accepts no liability in respect of its accuracy beyond that
set out in Condition (a).
f.
Subject to Condition (e) no representation, condition, warranty or
other term, express or implied (by statute or otherwise) is given by
the Company that the Goods are of any particular quality or standard
or will enable the Purchaser to attain any particular performance
or result, or will be suitable for any particular purpose or use
under specific conditions or will provide any particular capacity,
notwithstanding that the requirement for such performance, result or
capacity or that such particular purpose or conditions may have been
known (or ought to have been known) to the Company, its employees
or agents.
g.
(i)
To the extent that the Company is held legally liable to the
Purchaser for any single breach of contract, tort, representation
or other act or default, the Company’s liability for the same
shall not exceed the price of the Goods.
(ii)
The restriction of liability in Condition (g)(i) shall not apply to
any liability accepted by the Seller in Condition (c).
for death or personal injury to the extent that it results from the
negligence of the Company, its employees (whilst in the course of
their employment) or its agents (in the course of the agency);
for any breach by the Company of any statutory undertaking as to
h.
title, quiet possession and freedom from encumbrance.
Where the Goods are sold under a consumer transaction (as defined
by the Consumer Transactions (Restrictions on Statements) Order
1976) the statutory rights of the Purchaser are not affected by these
Conditions of Sale.
Subject to conditions (a) and (c) from the time of despatch of the
Goods from the Company’s premises the Purchaser shall be responsible
for any defect in the Goods or loss, damage, nuisance or interference
whatsoever consequential economic or otherwise or wastage of
Unpacking Your Product
material resulting from or caused by or to the Goods. In particular the
Each product is shipped in protective packaging and should be inspected
Company shall not be liable for any loss of profits or other economic
for damage before use. If there is any transit damage take pictures of the
losses. The Company accordingly excludes all liability for the same.
product packaging and notify the carrier immediately with all the relevant
At the request and expense of the Purchaser the Company will test
details of the shipment. Packing materials should be kept for inspection and
the Goods to ascertain performance levels and provide a report of the also for if the product needs to be returned.
results of that test. The report will be accurate at the time of the test,
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CE Conformity
The product is shipped with the following equipment so please check to
ensure that you have all of the items below. If anything is missing, please
contact the supplier of your equipment immediately.
Item
Quantity
Product unit
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IEC mains lead fitted with moulded mains plug
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Handbook and warranty card
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Safety & Installation of Mains
Operated Equipment
There are no user serviceable parts inside the equipment. If you should ever
need to look inside the unit, always disconnect the mains supply before
removing the equipment covers. The cover is connected to earth by means of
the fixing screws. It is essential to maintain this earth/ground connection to
ensure a safe operating environment and provide electromagnetic shielding.
Voltage Setting Checks
If you require a different power lead, please let us know when ordering the
product.
Repairs & Returns
Please contact Sonifex or your supplier if you have any problems with your
Sonifex product. Email [email protected] for the repair/
upgrade/returns procedure, or for support & questions regarding the
product operation.
Conformity
The products in this manual comply with the essential requirements of the
relevant European health, safety and environmental protection legislation.
Ensure that the machine operating voltage is correct for your mains power
supply by checking the box in which your product was supplied. The voltage
is shown on the box label. The available voltage settings are 115V, or 230V.
Please note that all products are either switchable between 115V and 230V,
or have a universal power supply.
Fuse Rating
The product is supplied with a single fuse in the live conducting path of the
mains power input. For reasons of safety it is important that the correct
rating and type of fuse is used. Incorrectly rated fuses could present a
possible fire hazard, under equipment fault conditions. The active fuse is
fitted on the outside rear panel of the unit.
The technical justification file for this product is available at Sonifex Ltd.
The declaration of conformity can be found at:
http://www.sonifex.co.uk/declarations
Power Cable & Connection
An IEC power connector is supplied with the product which has a moulded
plug attached.
The mains plug or IEC power connector is used as the disconnect device.
The mains plug and IEC power connector shall remain readily operable to
disconnect the apparatus in case of a fault or emergency.
The mains lead is automatically configured for the country that the product is
being sent to, from one of:
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Territory
Voltage IEC Lead Type
UK & Middle East
230V
UK 3 pin to IEC lead
Europe
230V
European Schuko round 2 pin to
IEC lead
115V
3 flat pin to IEC lead
230V
Australasian 3 flat pin to IEC lead
USA, Canada and
South America
Australia & New
Zealand
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Connect the equipment in accordance with the connection details and
before applying power to the unit, check that the machine has the correct
operating voltage for your mains power supply.
This apparatus is of a class I construction. It must be connected to a mains
socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
Important note: If there is an earth/ground terminal on the rear panel of
the product then it must be connected to Earth.
WEEE Directive
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
Directive was agreed on 13 February 2003, along with the
related Directive 2002/95/EC on Restrictions of the use of
certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic
equipment (RoHS). The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive
(WEEE) aims to minimise the impacts of electrical and electronic equipment
on the environment during their life times and when they become waste.
All products manufactured by Sonifex Ltd have the WEEE directive label
placed on the case. Sonifex Ltd will be happy to give you information about
local organisations that can reprocess the product when it reaches its “end
of use”, or alternatively all products that have reached “end of use” can be
returned to Sonifex and will be reprocessed correctly free of charge.
Atmosphere/Environment
This apparatus should be installed in an area that is not subject to excessive
temperature variation (<0°C, >50°C), moisture, dust or vibration.
This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and no objects
filled with water, such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus.
Fitting Redboxes
Redboxes can be fixed to the underside of a desk, or other surfaces
using 4.2mm holes in the sides and fixed with 2 x M4 screws or 2 x No. 6
countersink wood screws.
Fig A: RB-RK1Small Redbox Front Rack-mount Kit .
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They can also be rack-mounted, with either the front, or rear of the Redbox positioned at the front of the rack (Note: this product is front rack-mounted as
standard):
Front Mounting Redboxes: For rack mounting smaller (28cm) units the optional RB-RK1 (Red) or RB-RK1B (Black) kit can be used (which include
4 off M6 panel fixing screws).
Rear Mounting a Redbox: For rear panel mounting you can use either the RB-RK2 (in this case), or RB-RK3, depending on the size of your Redbox.
Fig B: RB-RK2 Small Redbox Rear Rack-mount Kit.
Fig C: RB-RK3 Large Redbox Rear Rack-mount Kit.
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Mixers, Source Selectors & Switchers - RB- SS10
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1 RB-SS10 10 Way Stereo Analogue Source Selector/Mixer
Introduction
Fig 1-1: RB-SS10 Front Panel
The RB-SS10 10 Way Stereo Analogue Source Selector/Mixer is a 1U
rack-mount unit that produces a stereo analogue audio output from 10
selectable stereo analogue sources. There are 10 illuminated front panel
push buttons, which select and indicate the current channel selection. The
selection and indication is also available through a remote connector on the
rear panel. To stop accidental front panel selection there is a remote input
to inhibit the front panel buttons.
As well as being able to act as a source select module, the RB-SS10 can act
as a mixer, by enabling the mix mode (using the remote input).
The front panel headphone output has its own volume control, which
is independent of the level adjustment for the main outputs, and has a
maximum output level of +12dBu. The volume control can be made to also
alter the output level of the main XLR outputs by using a switch on the rear
panel to enable/disable this feature.
There is a designation strip on the front panel, useful for giving the buttons
a meaningful description. The strip covers the input gain controls so that
once configured, they can’t easily be altered – ideal for installation work.
The LED on the front panel is used to indicate that power is present on the
unit.
The gain for left and right inputs can be individually adjusted by using the
preset potentiometers on the front panel.
As well as routing the selected audio signal, the unit will also route a
remote signal input through the remote connector to the selected input
source, for starting external audio equipment such as a CD player.
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Mixers, Source Selectors & Switchers - RB- SS10
System Block Diagram
Push Button
Switches
Inputs
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Remote Select/
Switch Inputs
Remote
Start I/O
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L
R
Mix Mode
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Remote
Start In
Audio
Inputs
Front Panel
Inhibit
R
Status
Outputs
MCU
Audio
Inputs
3-6
Input Gain
Stage
Outputs
Volume
x10
L
Audio
Inputs
7-10
Headphone
Outputs
R
L
Analogue
Switches
Outputs
R
Fig 1-2: RB-SS10 System Block Diagram
Front Panel Indicators & Controls
Power LED
Indication
Fig 1-3: RB-SS10 Front Panel
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Illuminated Push Buttons
Front Panel Gain Controls
Headphone
Output
Volume
Control
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Illuminated Push Buttons
The front panel contains 10 illuminated push buttons, used for selecting an
analogue source. The push button illuminates when the input is selected.
The status of pin 12 on the remote connector determines whether the unit
is in the selector mode, or the mix mode. When pin 12 is connected to 0V,
mix mode is enabled.
In selector mode, one push of a button will select the desired analogue
stereo source and pushing the button again will turn it off.
In mix mode, each button you press will select that source allowing
multiple sources to be mixed to a single output. Pressing the button again
will switch off a source.
There is also a remote input to inhibit the front panel switches. When the
front panel inhibit is active, pressing the front panel switches has no effect
on the current channel selection.
Front Panel Gain Controls
The input gain can be individually adjusted for left and right channels
through pre-set potentiometers which are accessible through the front
panel. The gain range of the input is -8dBu to +20dBu.
Headphone Output
The front panel headphone output is a ¼” stereo jack socket and is designed
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Volume Control
The volume control is used to alter the headphone output. It can also be
used to alter the main XLR output levels by using a rear panel switch to
enable/disable the control.
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mode and Protected Alternate mode: Alternate Mode
In this mode the channels are selected and deselected by a press of the
button, as described previously.
Latched Mode
In this mode the selected channel is active only while the button is pressed.
As soon as button is released the channel becomes inactive.
Protected Alternate Mode
Operates in a similar manner to the Alternate mode, but a channel cannot
be turned off unless switching to another input or while operating in mixmode and there is more than one channel active. In other words, there will
always be a channel routed to the output. NOTE: after setting this mode
there will be no channel selected.
Configuring the Additional Modes
While the unit is powered, hold down the input 10 button and press the
input 5 button five times. Once completed, the input 10 button will start
to flash and the first 3 input buttons will display the current operating
mode (as shown below). To change the mode, simply press the input 10
and the buttons will indicate the newly selected mode. Once the required
operating mode has been set the unit will restart within five seconds from
the last button press.
INPUT 1 button on
=
Alternate mode
INPUT 2 button on
=
Latched mode
INPUT 3 button on
=
Protected Alternate mode
Additional Modes
An option to set the unit in different modes of operation is available and
can be configured at anytime while the unit is powered.
There are currently three modes of operation: Alternate mode, Latched
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Rear Panel Connections and Operation
Master
Output
Control
Outputs
Additional
Audio Input
Connects
Input 1
Input 2
Remote Select/
Switch Inputs
Status
Outputs
Remote
Start I/O
Fig 1-4: RB-SS10 Rear Panel
Inputs
Two of the stereo analogue audio inputs are on XLR-3 pin sockets (female)
so that they can be used for equipment which you may want to plug/unplug
on a regular basis and isn’t
pre-wired, e.g. portable recorders.
The four XLR-3 inputs can take balanced professional levels, or unbalanced
by using the front panel gain controls, and by connecting the non-phase to
the signal ground. They have the following connections:
Pin 1: Screen
Pin 2: Phase
Pin 3: Non-phase
Outputs
The two XLR 3 pin outputs are electronically balanced, and can be wired
unbalanced. Each output is individually buffered so that a short circuit on
one output will not affect the others. They have the following connections:
Pin 1: Screen
Pin 2: Phase
Pin 3: Non-phase
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Altering the Master Output Level
When the Output Level Control push-switch is Enabled (pushed in) on the
rear panel, it changes the functionality of the front panel volume control to
also alter the level of the master output, as well as the headphone volume.
RB-SS10 Additional Audio Input Connectors
There are 2 off 25 way D-type sockets (female) used for the remaining audio
inputs.
The INPUTS 3 - 6 (upper) connector contains analogue inputs 3-6, and the
INPUTS 7 – 10 (lower) connector contains analogue inputs 7-10.
Pin No.
I/O INPUTS 3 - 6 connector
INPUTS 7 – 10 connector
Pin 1
I
Audio input 3 left phase
Audio input 7 left phase
Pin 2
-
Chassis ground
Chassis ground
Pin 3
I
Audio input 3 right non-phase
Audio input 7 right nonphase
Pin 4
I
Audio input 4 left phase
Audio input 8 left phase
Pin 5
-
Chassis ground
Chassis ground
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Pin 6
I
Audio input 4 right non-phase
Audio input 8 right nonphase
Pin 7
I
Audio input 5 left phase
Audio input 9 left phase
Pin 8
-
Chassis ground
Chassis ground
Pin 9
I
Audio input 5 right non-phase
Audio input 9 right nonphase
Pin 10
I
Audio input 6 left phase
Audio input 10 left phase
Pin 11
-
Chassis ground
Chassis ground
Pin 12
I
Audio input 6 right non-phase
Audio input 10 right nonphase
Pin 13
-
No internal connection
RB-SS10 Remote Start I/O
This 25 way D-type plug (male) connector contains the remote start input
connection and the corresponding 10 opto-isolated remote start outputs.
This is intended to be used as a method for re-directing a remote start
command using a single switch or mixer fader start output, to selected
equipment, i.e. CD player, or MD player, etc. This operates in both selector
mode and mix mode enabling a single switch to remotely control whichever
source is selected or mixed.
Pin No.
I/O
Description
Pin 1
O
Start output 1 collector
No internal connection
Pin 2
O
Start output 2 collector
Pin 3
O
Start output 3 collector
Pin 4
O
Start output 4 collector
Pin 5
O
Start output 5 collector
Pin 14
I
Audio input 3 left non-phase
Audio input 7 left nonphase
Pin 15
I
Audio input 3 right phase
Audio input 7 right phase
Pin 16
-
Chassis ground
Chassis ground
Pin 6
O
Start output 6 collector
Pin 17
I
Audio input 4 left non-phase
Audio input 8 left nonphase
Pin 7
O
Start output 7 collector
O
Start output 8 collector
Pin 18
I
Audio input 4 right phase
Audio input 8 right phase
Pin 8
Pin 19
-
Chassis ground
Chassis ground
Pin 9
O
Start output 9 collector
Pin 10
O
Start output 10 collector
Pin 11
-
No internal connection
Pin 12
-
No internal connection
Pin 20
I
Audio input 5 left non-phase
Audio input 9 left nonphase
Pin 21
I
Audio input 5 right phase
Audio input 9 right phase
Pin 22
-
Chassis ground
Chassis ground
Pin 23
I
Audio input 6 left non-phase
Audio input 10 left nonphase
Pin 24
I
Audio input 6 right phase
Audio input 10 right
phase
Pin 25
-
Chassis ground
Fig 1-5: Analogue Audio Inputs Pin Connections
Chassis ground
1
Pin 13
I
Remote start input signal
Pin 14
O
Start output 1 emitter
Pin 15
O
Start output 2 emitter
Pin 16
O
Start output 3 emitter
Pin 17
O
Start output 4 emitter
Pin 18
O
Start output 5 emitter
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Pin 19
O
Start output 6 emitter
Pin No.
Pin 20
O
Start output 7 emitter
Pin 1
I
Remote input 1 – active low to ground
Pin 21
O
Start output 8 emitter
Pin 2
I
Remote input 2 – active low to ground
Pin 22
O
Start output 9 emitter
Pin 3
I
Remote input 3 – active low to ground
Pin 23
O
Start output 10 emitter
Pin 4
I
Remote input 4 – active low to ground
Pin 24
-
No internal connection
Pin 5
I
Remote input 5 – active low to ground
Pin 25
-
Signal ground
Pin 6
I
Remote input 6 – active low to ground
Fig 1-6: Remote Start Pin Connections
Pin 7
I
Remote input 7 – active low to ground
The collector connects to the start pin of the equipment, and the emitter
connects to the common pin of the equipment.
Pin 8
I
Remote input 8 – active low to ground
Pin 9
I
Remote input 9 – active low to ground
Pin 10
I
Remote input 10 – active low to ground
Pin 11
I
Front panel inhibit signal – active low to ground
Pin 12
I
Mix Mode – active low to ground
Start Output
Collector 1 to 10
(Pins 1 to 10)
Play
Command
Start Output
Emitter 1 to 10
(Pins 14 to 23)
Command
Common
I/O
Description
Pin 13
-
No internal connection
Pins 14 to 25
-
Signal ground
Fig 1-8: Remote Select/Switch Input Connections
Fig 1-7: Connection Example
Remote Select/Switch Inputs
This 25 way D-type socket (female) connector contains the front panel
inhibit input connection and the remote switch inputs to control the
channel selection.
All of the active low signals have internal pull-ups.
Remote Inputs 1 to 10
Front Panel Inhibit Mix Mode
(Pins 1 to 12)
Signal Ground
(Pins 14 to 24)
Fig 1-9: Connection Example
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Status Outputs
This 25 way D-type socket (female) connector contains the remote status
tallies.
Pins 1 to 10 are to replicate the front panel push button indicators and have
a maximum sink current of 100mA per pin. An example of how to connect
the signals is shown below.
Pin No.
Signal Name
Pins 11, 12, 24 and 25 have no connection inside the unit.
Pin 1
REMTALLY1
O
Internal open collector to ground for
output 1
Pin 2
REMTALLY2
O
Internal open collector to ground for
output 2
+5V
(Pins 14 to 23)
Pin 3
REMTALLY3
O
Internal open collector to ground for
output 3
Remote Tally 1 to 10
(Pins 1 to 10)
Pin 4
REMTALLY4
O
Internal open collector to ground for
output 4
Pin 5
REMTALLY5
O
Pin 6
REMTALLY6
O
Pin 7
REMTALLY7
O
Internal open collector to ground for
output 7
Pin 8
REMTALLY8
O
Internal open collector to ground for
output 8
Pin 9
REMTALLY9
O
Internal open collector to ground for
output 9
Pin 10
REMTALLY10
O
Internal open collector to ground for
output 10
Pin 11
N/C
-
No internal connection
Pin 12
N/C
-
No internal connection
Pin 13
GND
-
Signal ground
Pins 14 to 23 +5V
O
To supply up to a maximum of 500mA
Pin 24
N/C
-
No internal connection
Pin 25
N/C
-
No internal connection
I/O Description
Internal open collector to ground for
output 5
Internal open collector to ground for
output 6
Fig 1-11: Connection Example
Fig 1-10: Status Output Pin Connections
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Technical Specifications RB-SS10
Audio Specifications
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Maximum Input Level: +28dBu
Maximum Output Level: +28dBu
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Input Gain Range:
Adjustable 8dB loss to 20dB gain (L & R adjust).
Common Mode Rejection:>66dB typically
Noise:
-96dB unity gain ref +8dBu
Max Headphone Output +12dBu
Level:
Connections
Inputs:
Outputs:
Remote Start I/O:
Remote Select/ Switch
Inputs:
Status Outputs:
Mains Input:
Fuse Rating:
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4 x XLR 3 pin female (2 x stereo) (balanced,
can be unbalanced)
2 x 25 way D-type socket (female) (4 stereo
balanced channels on each)
2 x XLR 3 pin male (stereo balanced, can
be unbalanced)
25 way D-type plug (male)
25 way D-type socket (female)
25 way D-type socket (female)
Filtered IEC, 110V-120V, or 220-240V
switchable, fused, 6W maximum.
Anti-surge fuse 160mA 20 x 5mm (230VAC)
Anti-surge fuse 315mA 20 x 5mm (115VAC)
Equipment Type
RB-SS10:
Physical Specifications
Dimensions (Raw):
Dimensions (Boxed):
Weight:
10 way stereo analogue source selector/mixer
48cm (W) x 10.8cm (D) x 4.2cm (H) (1U)
19” (W) x 4.3” (D) x 1.7” (H) (1U)
53cm (W) x 20.5cm (D) x 6cm (H)
21” (W) x 8” (D) x 2.4” (H)
Nett: 1.5kg Gross: 2.0kg
Nett: 3.3lbs Gross: 4.4lbs
Mixers, Source Selectors & Switchers - RB- DSS10
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2 RB-DSS10 10 Way Stereo Digital Source Selector
Introduction
Fig 2-1: RB-DSS10 Front Panel
The RB-DSS10 10 Way stereo Digital Source Selector is a 1U rack-mount
which produces an AES/EBU and S/PDIF level digital audio output from 10
selectable AES/EBU or S/PDIF digital input signals. There are 10 illuminated
front panel push buttons, which select and indicate the current channel
selection. The selection and indication is also available through a remote
connector on the rear panel. To stop accidental front panel selection there
is a remote input to inhibit the front panel buttons.
The digital receivers in this unit are fully 24 bit, 96kHz capable. When an
input is selected from the front panel, or remotely, the unit will attempt
to capture the incoming signal on either the AES/EBU or the S/PDIF signal
inputs, with priority given to the AES/EBU input. If the AES/EBU signal
becomes locked while the S/PDIF signal is routed, the unit will automatically
switch to the incoming AES/EBU signal.
The headphone output has its own volume control, which is independent of
the level adjustment for the main outputs, and has a maximum output level
of +12dBu.
As well as routing the selected audio signal, the unit will also route a
remote signal input through the remote connector to the selected input
source, for starting external audio equipment, such as a CD player.
There is a designation strip on the front panel, useful for giving the buttons
a meaningful description.
The LED on the front panel is used to indicate that power is present on the
unit. However, it also has a secondary role to indicate whether the selected
channel is routing the AES/EBU (red LED) or S/PDIF input (amber LED).
Once the receiver has successfully locked to a digital input, the LED
illuminates, the tally is made, and the audio is routed simultaneously
to both the digital audio outputs and converted to analogue audio for
monitoring on the front panel headphone socket. If the incoming audio
signal is not present, the push button LED and remote tally flash to indicate
that the incoming digital signal is missing.
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System Block Diagram
Remote Start I/O
Remote Select/
Switch Inputs
Push Button
Switches
Remote
Start In
Inputs
AES/
EBU
Data
Selector
Data
Selector
MCU
Status
Outputs
Volume
Control
AES
Receiver
Outputs
Data
Selector
AES
Receiver
S/PDIF
Headphone
Output
DAC
AES
Transmitter
AES/
EBU
S/PDIF
Output
Fig 2-2: RB-DSS10 System Block Diagram
Front Panel Indicators & Controls
Power LED Indication
Fig 2-3: RB-DSS10 Front Panel
10
Illuminated Push Buttons
Headphone
Output
Volume
Control
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Power Indicator
The LED on the front panel is used to indicate that power is present on the
unit. However, it also has a secondary role to indicate whether the selected
channel is routing the AES/EBU or S/PDIF input:
Red indicates AES/EBU input.
Amber indicates S/PDIF input.
The LED and remote tally flash, if the incoming audio signal is not present,
to indicate that the incoming digital signal is missing.
Illuminated Push Buttons
The front panel contains 10 illuminated push buttons, used for selecting a
digital source. The push button illuminates when the input is selected and
flashes when the selected input loses lock.
There is also a remote input to inhibit the front panel switches. When the
front panel inhibit is active, pressing the front panel switches has no effect
on the current channel selection.
Headphone Output
The output available on the front panel through a ¼” stereo jack socket, is
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Volume Control
The headphone output has its own volume control and has a maximum
output level of +12dBu.
Additional Modes
An option to set the unit in different modes of operation is available and
can be configured at anytime while the unit is powered.
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Alternate Mode
In this mode the channels are selected and deselected by a press of the
button, as described previously.
Latched Mode
In this mode the selected channel is active only while the button is pressed.
As soon as button is released the channel becomes inactive.
Protected Alternate Mode
Operates in a similar manner to the Alternate mode, but a channel cannot
be turned off unless switching to another input. In other words, there will
always be a channel routed to the output. NOTE: after setting this mode
there will be no channel selected.
Select & Confirm Mode
In this mode, input button 10 acts as a CONFIRM button for input selection
1 to 9. Once one of the inputs is pressed, this selection will then flash along
with button 10. You must press button 10 within 5 seconds to confirm the
selection or the original input selection times out. Only inputs 1 to 9 are
selectable and there is always an input channel routed in this mode. NOTE:
Initially, after setting this mode there will be no input selected.
Configuring the Additional Modes
While the unit is powered, hold down the input 10 button and press the
input 5 button five times. Once completed, the input 10 button will start
to flash and the first 3 input buttons will display the current operating
mode (as shown below). To change the mode, simply press the input 10
and the buttons will indicate the newly selected mode. Once the required
operating mode has been set the unit will restart within five seconds from
the last button press.
There are currently three modes of operation: Alternate mode, Latched
mode and Protected Alternate mode: -
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INPUT 1 button on
=
Alternate mode
INPUT 2 button on
=
Latched mode
INPUT 3 button on
=
Protected Alternate mode
INPUT 4 button on
=
Select & Confirm mode
Rear Panel Connections and Operation
AES/EBU
Inputs
Fig 2-4: RB-DSS10 Rear Panel
RB-DSS10 Inputs
AES/EBU Inputs
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the following connections:
Pin 1: Screen
Pin 2: Phase
Pin 3: Non-phase
The signals on this connector should meet the IEC 60968 specification
RB-DSS10 Outputs
AES/EBU Outputs
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following connections:
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Remote
Start I/O
Digital Audio
Inputs & S/PDIF
Output
AES/EBU
Output
Remote Select/
Switch Inputs
Status
Outputs
Pin 1: Screen
Pin 2: Phase
Pin 3: Non-phase
The signals on these connectors will comply with the IEC 60968
specification
Digital Audio Inputs & S/PDIF Output
This connector contains the other two remaining professional AES/EBU
input connections, and the 10 S/PDIF input connections. It also has the
S/PDIF digital output. The S/PDIF digital inputs and the output have an
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Pin No.
Description
Pin 4
O
Start output 4 collector
Pin 1
I/O
I
AES/EBU input 9 signal phase
Pin 5
O
Start output 5 collector
Pin 2
-
Signal ground
Pin 6
O
Start output 6 collector
Pin 3
I
AES/EBU input 10 signal non-phase
Pin 7
O
Start output 7 collector
Pin 4
I
S/PDIF input 1 signal
Pin 8
O
Start output 8 collector
Pin 5
I
S/PDIF input 2 signal
Pin 9
O
Start output 9 collector
Pin 6
I
S/PDIF input 3 signal
Pin 10
O
Start output 10 collector
Pin 7
I
S/PDIF input 4 signal
Pin 11
-
No internal connection
Pin 8
I
S/PDIF input 5 signal
Pin 12
-
No internal connection
Pin 9
I
S/PDIF input 6 signal
Pin 13
I
Remote start input signal
Pin 10
I
S/PDIF input 7 signal
Pin 14
O
Start output 1 emitter
Pin 11
I
S/PDIF input 8 signal
Pin 15
O
Start output 2 emitter
Pin 12
I
S/PDIF input 9 signal
Pin 16
O
Start output 3 emitter
Pin 13
I
S/PDIF input 10 signal
Pin 17
O
Start output 4 emitter
Pin 14
I
AES/EBU input 9 signal non-phase
Pin 18
O
Start output 5 emitter
Pin 15
I
AES/EBU input 10 signal phase
Pin 19
O
Start output 6 emitter
Pins 16 to 23
-
Signal ground
Pin 20
O
Start output 7 emitter
Pin 24
O
S/PDIF output signal
Pin 21
O
Start output 8 emitter
Pin 25
-
Signal ground
Pin 22
O
Start output 9 emitter
Pin 23
O
Start output 10 emitter
Pin 24
-
No internal connection
Pin 25
-
Signal ground
Fig 2-5: Digital Audio Inputs and S/PDIF Output Pin Connections
Note: The actual phase of the AES/EBU signals is not relevant.
Remote Start I/O
This 25 way D-type plug (male) connector contains the remote start input
connection and the corresponding 10 opto-isolated remote start outputs.
Pin No.
I/O
Description
Pin 1
O
Start output 1 collector
Pin 2
O
Start output 2 collector
Pin 3
O
Start output 3 collector
2
Fig 2-6: Remote Start Pin Connections.
These signals should be connected to external equipment, such as a CD
player (as shown following). The collector connects to the start pin of the
equipment, and the emitter connects to the common pin of the equipment.
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Start Output
Collector 1 to 10
(Pins 1 to 10)
Play
Command
Start Output
Emitter 1 to 10
(Pins 14 to 23)
Command
Common
Fig 2-7: Connection Example
Remote Select/Switch Inputs
This 25 way D-type socket (female) connector contains the front panel
inhibit input connection and the remote switch inputs to control the
channel selection.
Pin No.
I/O
Description
Pin 1
I
Remote input 1 – active low
Pin 2
I
Remote input 2 – active low
Pin 3
I
Remote input 3 – active low
Pin 4
I
Remote input 4 – active low
Pin 5
I
Remote input 5 – active low
Pin 6
I
Remote input 6 – active low
Pin 7
I
Remote input 7 – active low
Pin 8
I
Remote input 8 – active low
Pin 9
I
Remote input 9 – active low
Pin 10
I
Remote input 10 – active low
Pin 11
I
Front panel inhibit signal – active low
Pin 12
-
No internal connection
Pin 13
-
No internal connection
Pins 14 to 24
-
Signal ground
Pin 25
-
No internal connection
Fig 2-8: Remote Select/Switch Input Connections
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Status Outputs
This 25 way D-type socket (female) connector contains the remote status tallies.
Pin No.
Signal Name
I/O
Pin 1
REMTALLY1
O
Internal open collector to
ground for output 1
Pin 2
REMTALLY2
O
Internal open collector to
ground for output 2
Pin 3
REMTALLY3
O
Internal open collector to
ground for output 3
Pin 4
REMTALLY4
O
Internal open collector to
ground for output 4
Pin 5
REMTALLY5
O
Internal open collector to
ground for output 5
Pin 6
REMTALLY6
O
Internal open collector to
ground for output 6
Pin 7
REMTALLY7
O
Internal open collector to
ground for output 7
Pin 8
REMTALLY8
O
Internal open collector to
ground for output 8
Pin 9
REMTALLY9
O
Internal open collector to
ground for output 9
Pin 10
REMTALLY10
O
Internal open collector to
ground for output 10
Pin 11
Pin 12
Pin 13
N/C
N/C
GND
-
No internal connection
No internal connection
Signal ground
Pins 14 to 23
+5V
O
To supply up to a maximum of
100mA
Pin 24
Pin 25
N/C
N/C
-
No internal connection
No internal connection
Fig 2-9: Status Output Pin Connections
Description
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Pins 1 to 10 are to replicate the front panel push button indicators. An
example of how to connect the signals is shown below.
Audio Outputs:
Pins 11, 12, 24 and 25 have no connection inside the unit.
Other Connections
Remote Start I/O:
Remote Input Select
& Switch Inputs:
Status Outputs:
Mains Input:
+5V
(Pins 14 to 23)
Remote Tally 1 to 10
(Pins 1 to 10)
Fig 2-10: Connection Example
Technical Specifications RB-DSS10
Audio Specifications
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Signal Level:
Sample Freq Range:
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30-100kHz (i.e. including 32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz,
64kHz, 88.2kHz and 96kHz), following input
signal
Bit Depth:
16 - 24 bits, following input signal
Max Headphone Output Level: +12dBu
Audio Connections
Audio Inputs:
1 x AES/EBU XLR 3 pin male
1 x S/PDIF (part of 1 x 25 way D-type plug)
1 x 25 way D-type plug (male)
1 x 25 way D-type socket (female)
1 x 25 way D-type socket (female)
Filtered IEC, continuously rated 85-264VAC @
47-63Hz, max 10W
Fuse Rating:
Anti-surge fuse 1A 20 x 5mm
Equipment Type
RB-DSS10
10 way stereo digital source selector
Physical Specifications
Dimensions (Raw):
Dimensions (Boxed):
Weight:
2
48cm (W) x 10.8cm (D) x 4.2cm (H) (1U)
19” (W) x 4.3” (D) x 1.7” (H) (1U)
53cm (W) x 20.5cm (D) x 6cm (H)
21” (W) x 8” (D) x 2.4” (H)
Nett: 1.6kg Gross: 2.2kg
Nett: 3.5lbs Gross: 4.8lbs
8 x AES/EBU XLR 3 pin female
2 x AES/EBU (part of 1 x 25 way D-type plug)
10 x S/PDIF (part of 1 x 25 way D-type plug)
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Mixers, Source Selectors & Switchers - RB- PMX4
RB-PMX4 10 Input, 4 Output Analogue Preset Mixer
Introduction
Fig 3-1: RB-PMX4 Front Panel
The RB-PMX4 is a high performance 10 mono input to 4 mono output
preset mixer. Each of the four outputs has a 10 way DIP switch associated
with it to select which of the 10 inputs are routed to it. So, by altering the
DIP switches, any of the input sources can be mixed to any of the outputs.
The DIP switches are enclosed by a screw-on cover on the front panel so
that the settings can not be accidentally changed for secure applications.
The RB-PMX4 has been designed for situations where a small mixer is
needed for installations where it will be configured and then only altered
occasionally, or never altered. Uses for this product are numerous including
a four bus mini-mixer, a 4 zone mixer for pubs and clubs, a multiple cleanfeed generator and a quad stereo to mono converter to name
a few.
The XLR-3 inputs and outputs are electronically balanced and can be wired
unbalanced. Each output is individually buffered so that a short circuit on
one won’t affect the others. Each input has its own gain control which is
a pre-set potentiometer accessible through the front panel. This provides
gain adjustment of -8dB to 18db. This is useful for normalizing consumer
and professional signals to give outputs of -15dBu and 0dBu respectively.
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The front panel is held on by 2 off M3 x 6 stainless steel dome-head screws
and can be removed using a 2mm AF hex key (allen key). Each 10-way
switch represents an output and the individual switches represent the
inputs that will be mixed to that output. Switches are in the ON (down)
position to be mixed and the OFF (up) position for off.
The XLR-3 outputs are electronically balanced and can be wired
unbalanced. Each output is individually buffered so that a short circuit on
one won’t affect the others.
An LED power indicator on the front panel displays the power supply
connection.
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System Block Diagram
Balanced XLR
Input 1
Gain
Balanced XLR
Input 2
Gain
Balanced XLR
Input 3
Gain
Output 1
Switch Bank
Balanced XLR
Input 4
Output 2
Switch Bank
Gain
Balanced XLR
Output 1
Balanced XLR
Input 5
Balanced XLR
Output 2
Gain
Balanced XLR
Input 6
Gain
Balanced XLR
Input 7
Gain
Balanced XLR
Input 8
Gain
Balanced XLR
Input 9
Gain
Balanced XLR
Input 10
Output 3
Switch Bank
Output 4
Switch Bank
Balanced XLR
Output 3
Balanced XLR
Output 4
Gain
Fig 3-2: RB-PMX4 Block Diagram
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Rear Panel Connections and Operation
Inputs
Outputs
Fig 3-3: RB-PMX4 Rear Panel
Inputs 1-10
The XLR-3 input sockets can take balanced professional levels, or
unbalanced by using the front panel gain controls, and by connecting
the non-phase to the signal ground screen. The XLR 3 pin input has the
following connections:
Pin 1: Screen
Pin 2: Phase
Pin 3: Non-phase
Outputs 1-4
The XLR 3 pin output plugs are electronically balanced, and can be wired
unbalanced. Each output is individually buffered so that a short circuit on
one output will not affect the others. They have the following connections:
Pin 1: Screen
Pin 2: Phase
Pin 3: Non-phase
Front Panel Controls
1
Switch Banks
2
3
INPUT LEVEL
4
5
6
7
8
9
Input Gain Controls
Fig 3-4: RB-PMX4 Front Panel Controls
Switch Banks
There are 4 off 10-way switch banks, one for each output. Using these
switches, each input channel can be individually selected to each output.
When the switches are up (OFF) position, they are off and mixed when in
the down (ON) position.
Input Gain Controls
The gain for each input may be individually varied from –8dB to 18dB by
adjusting the pre-set potentiometers, which are accessible through the
holes in the front panel.
This is useful for normalising consumer and professional signals to give
outputs of –15dBu and 0dBu respectively.
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Technical Specifications RB-PMX4
Audio Specifications
Maximum Input Level: +28dBu
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Maximum Output Level: +28dBu
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Input Gain Range:
Adjustable 8dBu loss to 18dBu gain.
Common Mode Rejection:>60dBu typically
Off-isolation/Crosstalk: >90dBu @ 1kHz
Noise:
-86dBu RMS 22Hz-22kHz, unity gain, ref +8dB
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Connections
Inputs:
Outputs:
Mains Input:
Fuse Rating:
Equipment Type
RB-PMX4:
Physical Specifications
Dimensions (Raw):
Dimensions (Boxed):
Weight:
10 input, 4 output analogue preset mixer
48cm (W) x 10.8cm (D) x 4.2cm (H) (1U)
19” (W) x 4.3” (D) x 1.7” (H) (1U)
53cm (W) x 20.5cm (D) x 6cm (H)
21” (W) x 8” (D) x 2.4” (H)
Nett: 1.5kg Gross: 2.2kg
Nett: 3.3lbs Gross: 4.8lbs
10 x XLR 3 pin female (Balanced, can be
unbalanced)
4 x XLR 3 pin male (Balanced, can be
unbalanced)
Filtered IEC, 110V-120V, or 220-240V
switchable, fused, 6W maximum
Anti-surge fuse 100mA 20 x 5mm (230VAC)
Anti-surge fuse 250mA 20 x 5mm (115VAC)
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Mixers, Source Selectors & Switchers - RB- DMX4
4 RB-DMX4 4 x 4 Channel Digital Audio Mixer/Router
Introduction
Fig 4-1: RB-DMX4 Front Panel
The RB-DMX4 is a digital mixer capable of mixing or routing 4 mono input
channels into 4 mono outputs, or 2 stereo inputs into 2 stereo outputs. The
inputs are sample rate converted to allow sources of different sample rates
to be mixed. The flexible Mix Matrix allows for a wide variety of mixing
options and creativity, using 4 blocks of 4 way DIPswitches to select which
inputs are mixed or routed to which outputs.
The RB-DMX4 has 4 x digital mono audio inputs, each one selectable in
pairs via front panel INPUTS 1 & 2 and INPUTS 3 & 4 push buttons, from
either AES/EBU balanced XLRs, S/PDIF unbalanced phonos or TOSlink
unbalanced optical inputs. Sample rate converters on each input mean that
sources of different sample rates can be used with the output sample rate
being defined independently. The colour of the INPUTS 1 & 2 and INPUTS
3 & 4 push-buttons indicate whether the input source is synchronised (no
colour) or not (flashing green and red).
Each input has a trim pot, which can be used to attenuate the input signal.
This allows for a perfect mix of channels at different audio levels. Audio
presence LEDS around each input button give an indication of input audio
level. There is one LED for each channel. There are also 4 presence LEDS
around the MONITOR button which give an indication of output level.
Additional gain can be added by accessing the OUTPUT GAIN mode.
There are 2 stereo outputs which are available as simultaneous AES/EBU
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balanced XLRs, S/PDIF unbalanced phonos or TOSlink unbalanced optical
outputs. The output sample rates are selectable via rear panel DIPswitches
from one of 32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz or 192kHz.
The unit has TTL wordclock BNC and AES/EBU XLR synchronising inputs
as standard and optionally, the RB-SYA and RB-SYD synchronisation
boards can be fitted to synchronise the unit to analogue or digital video
signals. A rear panel DIPswitch block is used to decide whether the unit
is synchronised to Input 1 & 2, Input 3 & 4, the AES/EBU sync input, the
wordclock sync input or an optional video sync board. The DIPswitch block
also selects the synchronisation mode of the unit and the MONITOR button
flashes whenever the unit is not synchronised to an incoming sync signal.
Selectable sync modes are as follows:
Master Mode
In this mode the digital output sample rate is simply set by, and locked to,
the internal on-board clock generator. No sync signal is used or required.
Auto Sync Mode
In this mode the digital output sample rate follows the selected sync input.
When the sync signal is not present the output sample rate will be set by,
and locked to, the internal on-board clock generator at the selected output
frequency.
Mixers, Source Selectors & Switchers - RB- DMX4
Auto Lock Mode
The digital output sample rate follows the sync input. If the sync signal is
removed then the output sample rate will be set by, and locked to, the
internal on-board clock generator at the closest frequency available to the
previous sync input.
Slave Mode
In this mode the digital output sample rate follows the sync input. When
the sync signal is not present the digital output is turned off.
There is a monitor socket on the front panel with a gain pot to allow you
to monitor the output of each channel. The monitored channel can be
Digital Input 1
S/PDIF
Digital Source
Select
AES
selected via a push button on the front panel which, when held, can also
supply up to 12dB of gain. If the level that is being monitored is close to
full scale, a 12dB attenuation can be added to the monitor channel via a
DIPswitch on the rear panel.
The unit can be placed in mono or stereo mode via rear panel DIPswitch.
Stereo mode allows you to monitor the two input pairs as stereo channels
as well as controlling the input gain as a pair, giving tied audio levels.
The RB-DMX4 has been designed to have a passive signal path through the
main input, so if power to the unit fails, signal inputs 1 & 2 are routed to
outputs 1 & 2 and signal inputs 3 & 4 are routed to outputs 3 & 4. This is
Power
Failure
Relay
RX
Digital Output 1
SRC
S/PDIF
Optical
Freq Select
4
Master
Clock
Generation
AES Sync
AES RX
Word Clock
WC RX
Video Optional
VID RX
TX
AES
Optical
DSP
Clock
Select
Optical
TX
AES
S/PDIF
Optical
AES
S/PDIF
Digital Input 2
Digital Output 2
RX
SRC
Power
Failure
Relay
Fig 4-2: RB-DMX4 System Block Diagram
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essential for applications such as installation at transmitter sites, where a
power failure to the unit should not prevent the audio input signal from
being output to the transmitter. Please note that this is not true for the
TOSLink outputs which are muted.
This allows many mixing configurations and maximum
flexibility. Adding to that, mixing can be achieved between all
the different input types at all sample rates. See page 24 for
applications for the product using different matrix settings.
The RB-DMX4 can be controlled using Sonifex free software, SCi. Contact
Sonifex for further information if you have a particular requirement that
isn’t catered for by the RB-DMX4 as standard.
Front Panel Controls and Indicators
The LED on the front panel is normally red to indicate power to the unit.
OUTPUT MIX
DIPSwitches
Reset
Button
SERIAL
LED
INPUTS 1 & 2
Source Select,
Indicators &
Input Presence
INPUT GAIN
Pots
INPUTS 3 & 4
Source Select,
Indicators &
Input Presence
MONITOR
Level
SELECT Button Control
& Output
Knob
Presence
Fig 4-3: RB-DMX4 Front Panel Controls and Indicators
Output Mix Matrix Selection Using The Front Panel DIPSwitches
The OUTPUT MIX front panel DIPSwitches are concealed behind the screw
panel located on the front of the unit and they decide which input channels
are mixed to which output channels. There are 4 banks of DIPSwitches,
each representing an output channel.
To mix an input to that channel, simply lift the DIPSwitch for the desired
input channel. In total, 4 mono channels can be mixed together on each
mono output channel.
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Headphone
Jack
Fig 4-4: RB-DMX4 Front Panel
DIPSwitches
INPUT 1 & 2 Source Select Button, Indicators & Input
Presence LEDS
This button allows you to select which of the digital input
sources you would like to use. The three LEDs above the
button illustrate which source is selected. The button also
indicates whether the input is locked - it flashes green and red
if the input is unlocked and is unlit when locked.
The bicolour LEDs, marked ‘1’ and ‘2’ , show input presence
and give an indication of the input level using the AES digital
standard with the following colours:
-INF < -52dBFS = OFF
-52dBFS < -3dBFS = GREEN
-3dBFS <0dBFS = ORANGE
Fig 4-5: RB-DMX4 INPUT
1 & 2 Select Button
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INPUT 3 & 4 Source Select Button, Indicators & Input Presence LEDS
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MONITOR Button Modes
The operation of this button is identical to the INPUT 1 & 2 button but acts
on inputs 3 & 4.
INPUT GAIN Pots
These pots allow the gain of each individual channel to be trimmed so that
the perfect mix can be achieved. Simply turn anti-clockwise to attenuate
the level or clockwise to restore it. Fully clockwise is unity gain. Fully anticlockwise is muted.
In Stereo Mode, pots 1 and 3 control the gain for channels 1 & 2 and 3 & 4
respectively. See page 25 for further information.
Fig 4-7: RB-DMX4
MONITOR Button
The MONITOR button has three modes of operation with different
functions: Display Mode, Monitor Output Select Mode and Output Gain
Mode:
Display Mode
Display Mode is the default mode of the button. In display mode, the four
surrounding bicolour LEDs act as presence LEDs for the output channels.
Marked ‘1’ to ‘4’ , the LEDs give an indication of the output level using the
AES digital standard with the following colours:
Fig 4-6: RB-DMX4
INPUT Gain Pots
MONITOR Button & Output Presence LEDs
Normally, this button displays the external synchronisation status and the
four LEDS around it display output presence. If the selected synchronisation
source is unlocked, the button will flash green and red. A button press
allows you to choose which channel is output through the headphone
socket and to set-up the output gain.
For monitor selection, the button illuminates red, as does the LED of the
selected channel. For output gain, the LEDS around the button illuminate in
green sequentially indicating the level of gain applied.
-INF < -52dBFS = OFF
-52dBFS < -3dBFS = GREEN
-3dBFS <0dBFS = ORANGE
0dBFS/ CLIP = RED (AGC Operational)
Note re Clipping: The AGC is working on a channel if its output presence
LED is red. The mixing in this unit is achieved by the summation of 24 bit
audio values. The total of this summation could, if uncorrected, breach
the upper limit of a 24 bit number, which would lead to clipping. The unit
detects these occurrences and adds an instantaneous attenuation to bring
the signal in range again. This attenuation factor will decrease on a slow
decay until 0dBFS is achieved, or until another breach occurs. The slow
decay eliminates any breathing or pumping effects in the audio.
If the unit is set to be synchronized externally but is not synchronized, the
button flashes green and red continuously. If it is synchronised, or the unit
is set to MASTER sync mode, the button is unlit.
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Monitor Output Select Mode
To enter Monitor Output Select Mode, simply press and release the
MONITOR button. The button turns red and the surrounding LEDS now
display which output is selected for monitoring, in red. This mode will last
for two seconds, which is refreshed every time the button is pressed and
released. If the unit is in Stereo Mode, LEDs 1 & 2 illuminate together, as do
3 & 4. See page 25 for configure the unit in Stereo Mode.
Headphone Output
The front panel headphone output is a ¼” (6.35mm)
stereo jack socket capable of delivering over 80mW
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volume. Higher impedance headphones may be used
at reduced levels. Lower impedance headphones
Fig 4-9: RB-DMX4
should not be used.
Output Gain Mode
To enter Output Gain Mode, first enter Monitor Output Select Mode
and select the channel which you would like to apply gain to. Within two
seconds, press and hold the MONITOR button until the button changes
from red to green. On release of the button, the surrounding LEDS will now
switch to display the current output gain for this channel. Press and release
the button to choose the output gain levels from one of:
LED 1 Green: 0dB
LED 2 Green: +3dB
LED 3 Orange: +6dB
LED 4 Red: +12dB
Please be aware that this headphone amplifier has
been designed to cope with the varying different
headphone and full scale line-up set-ups that
are used. Consequently, the monitor attenuation
DIPSwitch 10 should be turned on if the output
sounds very loud and distorted at any time.
After choosing your required setting, press and hold the button until it
changes colour from solid green. This will return the button to the Display
Mode.
Note: Make sure that you check the presence LEDs to ensure that the
output is not clipping.
SERIAL LED Indicator
If the rear panel Serial Mode DIPSwitch 11 is ON,
then this LED illuminates. In this mode, the unit
is being controlled serially using the Sonifex SCi
software.
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Fig 4-8: RB-DMX4 Serial
Control Indicator LED
Headphone Output &
Level Control
LEVEL Control
The front panel LEVEL control is a potentiometer that adjusts the level of
the monitor output and provides a gain range of -70dB to +12dB.
Reset Button
In the unlikely event that the RB-DMX4 unit fails to respond, press the reset
button to reboot the unit (see Fig 2-1 for location).
Rear Panel DIPSwitch Controls
The SETTINGS DIPSwitch block on the rear
panel is used to configure the RM-DMX4:
Master Mode Sample Rate Selection
(DIPSwitches 1-3)
These DIPSwitches allow you select which
sample rate the output is set to when the
unit is synchronised to the Master Mode.
Set the DIPSwitches where:
Fig 4-10: RB-DMX4 Rear Panel
DIPSwitch Block
Mixers, Source Selectors & Switchers - RB- DMX4
Sample Rate (kHz)
DIPSwitch 1
DIPSwitch 2
DIPSwitch 3
32
44.1
48
88.2
96
176.4
192
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
ON
Mode
DIPSwitch 9
Stereo
ON
DIPSwitch 5
DIPSwitch 6
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
Synchronisation Mode Selection (DIPSwitches 7-8)
These DIPSwitches allow you select the active sync mode. Set the
DIPSwitches where:
Synchronisation Mode
Master Mode
Auto Sync Mode
Auto Lock Mode
Slave Mode
DIPSwitch 7
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
DIPSwitch 8
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
Stereo/Mono Operation of Input Gain and Monitor Select (DIPSwitch 9
This defines whether the unit operates the input gain and monitor functions
as a stereo pair or as mono channels.
Also when ON, the headphone
monitor outputs a stereo signal
made up of either Input 1 & 2 or
Input 3 & 4.
When OFF, the gain of each
channel is controlled individually
by a gain pot.
Mono
DIPSwitch 4
Description
When ON, the gain applied to
input 1 using pot 1 also alters the
gain for input 2.
Synchronisation Source Selection (DIPSwitches 4-6)
These DIPSwitches allow you select which input sync source is used to
synchronise the unit to. Set the DIPSwitches where:
Synchronisation
Source
Input 1 & 2
Input 3 & 4
AES/EBU Sync
Input
Word Clock Input
Video Sub Board
4
OFF
In Mono Mode the selected signal
is sent to left and right earpieces
of the headphone output.
Monitor Attenuation (DIPSwitch 10)
This defines whether the monitor signal is attenuated by 12dB. This is
useful if you’re using low impedance headphones which are too loud in
everyday use.
Mode
DIPSwitch 10
Description
Attenuated
ON
When ON, the monitor signal is
attenuated.
Unattenuated
OFF
When OFF, the monitor signal is
unaffected.
Serial Mode (DIPSwitch 11)
This defines whether the unit is in serial mode. In serial mode the unit is
controlled by the serial port, not by its DIPSwitch settings. For example for
use with the Sonifex SCi software.
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Mode
DIPSwitch 11
Serial Control
ON
DIPSwitch Control
OFF
Description
When ON, the unit is in serial
mode.
When OFF, the unit is in normal
operation.
Boot Mode (DIPSwitch 12)
With this DIPSwitch ON, the unit powers up into ‘Boot Mode’. In this mode,
the firmware in the unit can be upgraded using the SCi software. Note that
this would be useful if a firmware update to the unit was interrupted, or
corrupted which left the unit in an inoperable condition.
Mode
DIPSwitch 12
One to Four Mono Distribution/ Creating Dual Mono Outputs
• Connect one mono input to the unit INPUT 1 and select on the front
panel.
• Raise DIP switch 1 ON for all OUTPUT MIX banks.
• Connect OUTPUTs 1 and 2 to output equipment.
Description
Boot Mode
ON
When ON, the unit is in Boot
Mode.
Normal Operation
OFF
When OFF, the unit is operates
normally.
Applications of Use
Each physical input connector (INPUT 1 & 2 or INPUT 3 & 4) supplies the
unit with two channels of audio data, left (1 and 3) and right (2 and 4).
Similarly, each physical output connector (OUTPUT 1 or OUTPUT 2) supplies
the outside world with two channels of audio data, left (1 & 3) and right (2
& 4). These inputs and outputs can be configured in a number of ways for
different applications. Here are a few suggested methods of use:
Stereo Mix of Two Stereo Digital Inputs
• Connect two stereo input sources and select on the front panel.
• Raise DIP switch 1 and 3 ON for OUTPUT MIX bank 1.
• Raise DIP switch 2 and 4 ON for OUTPUT MIX bank 2.
• Connect OUTPUT 1 to output equipment.
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Mono Mix of Four Input Sources to Create your Own Stereo Output
• Connect four mono inputs (for example four different musical instrument
feeds) to the unit and select on the front panel.
• Select which inputs you would like on the LEFT of your stereo output and
select ON for OUTPUT MIX bank 1.
• Select which inputs you would like on the RIGHT of your stereo output
and select ON for OUTPUT MIX bank 2.
• Connect OUTPUT 1 to output equipment.
Two to Four Mono Distribution Or Creating Dual Mono Outputs
• Connect two mono inputs to the unit INPUT 1 and select on the front
panel.
• Raise DIP switch 1 ON for OUTPUT MIX banks 1 and 2.
• Raise DIP switch 2 ON for OUTPUT MIX banks 3 and 4.
• Connect OUTPUTs 1 and 2 to output equipment.
Four Channel Sample Rate Converter
The RB-DMX4 can be used as a sample rate converter or an input/
output converter. To use the unit as a “Straight Through” device and take
advantage of those features alone:
• Connect all desired inputs to the unit and select on the front panel.
• Raise DIP switch 1 on OUTPUT MIX bank 1.
• Raise DIP switch 2 on OUTPUT MIX bank 2.
• Raise DIP switch 3 on OUTPUT MIX bank 3.
• Raise DIP switch 4 on OUTPUT MIX bank 4.
• Connect the desired connector of OUTPUT1 and OUTPUT 2 to the output
equipment and set the sample frequency that you want to convert to
using the SETTINGS DIPSwitches on the rear panel.
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Rear Panel Connectors
AEB/EBU
Stereo
Digital
Outputs
S/PDIF
Outputs
Optical
Outputs
AEB/EBU
Stereo
Digital
Inputs
S/PDIF
Inputs
Optical
Inputs
Fig 4-11: RB-DMX4 Rear Panel
AES/EBU Outputs
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They have the following connections:
Pin 1: Screen.
Pin 2: Phase.
Pin 3: Non-phase.
The signals on this connector comply with the IEC 60968 specification
S/PDIF Outputs
The 2 x stereo digital output S/PDIF phono outputs have an impedance of
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Optical Outputs
The 2 x stereo digital audio optical outputs meet the TOSLink specification
used by most professional & consumer equipment.
Optional
Video
SYNC
Input
AEB/EBU
SYNC
Input
Word
Clock
SYNC
Input
Settings
RS232
Input
Remotes
Connector
The outputs have an unweighted dynamic range of at least 138dB and
a THD+N noise of, or better than, –137dB. The data at the outputs is
presented as 24 bit wide.
AES/EBU Inputs
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They have the following connections:
Pin 1: Screen
Pin 2: Phase
Pin 3: Non-phase
The signals on this connector meet the IEC 60968 specification.
S/PDIF Inputs
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Optical Inputs
The 2 x stereo digital audio optical inputs meet the TOSLink specification
used by most professional & consumer equipment.
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following connections:
Pin 1: Screen
Pin 2: Phase
Pin 3: Non-phase
The signals on this connector meet the IEC 60968 specification
Word Clock Input
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uses a BNC connector.
Video Sync Input
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for more information on the video sync boards available.
Serial RS232 Connector
The 9-way ‘D’ type socket connector carries a standard RS232 interface and
allows direct connection to a serial port on a PC via a pin-to-pin cable. The
pin assignments are as follows:
Pin 2: Transmit data
Pin 3: Receive data
Pin 5: Ground
All other pins are unused.
Remotes Connector
The remotes connector is a 15-way ‘D’ type socket that is currently reserved
for future development. Displayed below are the pin connections and a
description of what is available:
Pin 1 – Relay 1 Normally Open
Pin 2 – Relay 1 Normally Closed
Pin 3 – Relay 2 Normally Open
Pin 4 – Relay 2 Normally Closed
Pin 5 – Make to Digital Ground Input
Pin 6 – Internal Open Collector to Digital Ground Output
Pin 7 – Make to Digital Ground Input
Pin 8 – Digital Ground
Pin 9 – Relay 1 Common
Pin 10 – Make to Digital Ground Input
Pin 11 – Relay 2 Common
Pin 12 – 5V Supply Maximum 200 mA
Pin 13 – Internal Open Collector to Digital Ground Output
Pin 14 – Make to Digital Ground Input
Pin 15 – Internal Open Collector to Digital Ground Output
Serial Port Control
The Serial Port allows the RB-DMX4 to be controlled and updated from a PC
via a pin-to-pin serial cable, using the Sonifex Serial Control Interface (SCI)
software. This software is available as a free download from the Sonifex
website at www.sonifex.co.uk/sci.
Default Settings for the Serial Port
Baud Rate:
19200
Data Bits:
8
Stop Bits:
1
Parity:
Even
Handshaking:
XON/XOFF
Fig 4-12: Serial Port Default Settings
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Serial Interface Commands and Responses
Most of the commands follow the same structure: a 3 letter command
followed by a colon, followed by a parameter (if any) and terminated by
Carriage Return with optional Line Feed. A Line Feed character may be sent
but it will be ignored by the RB-DMX4. Commands are not case sensitive.
Responses are CR & LF terminated.
After the RB-DMX4 has been powered-up, an initialisation string is sent
“Initialising DMX4”.
Following are the commands and the expected responses:
Command
Bnn:
DWN:
FPS:
Description
Response
Baudrate Change
-ACK:
nn is the new baudrate value where:
nn = 11 = 115200kbps
nn = 57 = 57600kbps
nn = 38 = 38400kbps
nn = 19 = 19200kbps
nn = 96 = 9600kbps
Initiates a Firmware Upgrade
-ACK:
Front Panel &
-FPS:aa_bb_cc_dd_ee_ff_gg_hh_ji_lk
Unit Status
aa = Input 1 & 2 Source Selection
bb = Input 3 & 4 Source Selection
where 00 = AES/EBU, 01 = S/PDIF, 02 = TOSLINK
cc = Sync Mode Selection
where 00 = Master, 01 = Auto, 02 = Auto lock,
03 = Slave mode
dd = Serial Flag Indication
where 00 = Serial mode off,
01 = Serial mode on
ee = Frequency
where 00 = 32k, 01 = 44.1k, 02 = 48k, 03 = 88.2k,
04 = 96k, 05 = 176.4k, 06 = 192k
FRQ:nn
IGx:nn
MAT:nn
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ff = Monitor Channel
where 00 = OUTPUT1,01 = OUTPUT2, 02 = OUTPUT3,
03 = OUTPUT4
gg = Sync From
where 00 = Input 1, 01 = Input 2, 02 = AES sync,
03 = Word clock, 04 = Video sync
hh = Rear DIPSwitch Settings
where hh is a hex value built from the sum of all
applicable from:
01 = Stereo Monitor
02 = Monitor Attenuation
ji = Mix Matrix1 – Output 1(i) and 2(j)
lk = Mix Matrix2 – Output 3(k) and 4(l)
i , j ,k and l are hex values built from the sum of:
INPUT 1 = 0x1
INPUT 2 = 0x2
INPUT 3 = 0x4
INPUT 4 = 0x8
Output Sample Rate Selection
-ACK:
nn selects which sample rate is selected for the output
where:
00 = 32kHz
01 = 44.1kHz
02 = 48kHz
03 = 88.2kHz
04 = 96kHz
05 = 176.4kHz
06 = 192kHz
Input Gain
-ACK:
x is the channel which will be affected.
nn is a hex gain value between 0x00 and 0xFE where:
00 = mute -> FE = 0dBFS
Attenuate Monitor by 12dB
-ACK:
nn selects between the two modes
00 = No attenuation
01 = 12 dB of attenuation
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MMS:nm
MOD:nn
MON:nn
MOS:nn
OGx:nn
SRQ:
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Mix Matrix
-ACK:
n selects the output channel,
m is a hex value built for the sum of:
INPUT 1 = 0x1
INPUT 2 = 0x2
INPUT 3 = 0x4
INPUT 4 = 0x8
Sync Mode Selection
-ACK:
nn selects the synchronization mode where:
00 = Master Mode
01 = Auto Mode
02 = Auto Lock Mode
03 = Slave
Select Monitor Channel
-ACK:
nn selects which channel is monitored where:
00 = Output 1
01 = Output 2
02 = Output 3
03 = Output 4
Mono or Stereo Selection
-ACK:
nn selects between the two options where:
00 = Mono Mode
01 = Stereo Mode
Output Gain
-ACK:
x is the channel which will be affected.
nn is a hex gain value between 0x00 and 0x03 where:
00 = 0dBFs
01 = 3dBFs
02 = 6dBFs
03 = 12dBFs
Status Request -SRQ:aa_bb_cc_dd_ee_ff_gg_hi_jj_kkkk
aa = Input1 Lock Status
bb = Input2 Lock Status
where 01 = locked and 00 = unlocked
cc = Sync Flash
where 01 = Flashing and 00 = Not flashing
dd = Input Gain For INPUT 1
where dd is a hex value representing the current gain
on this INPUT between:
00 = Mute -> FE = 0dBFs
ee = Input Gain For INPUT 2
where ee is a hex value representing the current gain
on this INPUT between:
00 = Mute -> FE = 0dBFs
ff = Input Gain For INPUT 3
where ff is a hex value representing the current gain
on this INPUT between:
00 = Mute -> FE = 0dBFs
gg = Input Gain For INPUT 4
where gg is a hex value representing the current gain
on this INPUT between:
00 = Mute -> FE = 0dBFs
hi = Output Gain For All OUTPUTS
i is a hex value representing the current gain on outputs 1
and 2 summed and h is a hex value representing the
current
gain on outputs 3 and 4 summed where:
INPUT 1/3
0x00 = 0dB
0x01 = +3dB
0x02 = +6 dB
0x03 = +12 dB
INPUT 2/4
0x00 = 0dB
0x04 = +3dB
0x08 = +6dB
0x0C =+12dB
For example, if INPUT 1 and 2 are set to 3 dB gain and input 3 and 4 are
set to 12 dB gain then:
h = 0x03 + 0x0C = 0x0F
i = 0x01 + 0x04 = 0x05
SSx:nn
Source Select
-ACK:
x selects which input is being changed where:
1 = Input 1
2 = Input 2
nn selects which source is used for that particular
input where:
00 = AES/EBU
01 = S/PDIF
02 = Optical
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SYS:nn
UID:
VER:
Sync Source Select
-ACK:
nn selects which sync source is used where:
00 = Input 1
01 = Input 2
02 = AES/EBU
03 = Word Clock
04 = Video Sync Board
Unit Id
-UID:RB-DSD1
Version Number
-VER:x.xxx,y.yyy
Where x.xxx is the firmware version and y.yyy is the front
panel firmware version number
Error Messages
The following error messages can be returned for illegal commands
Err:01-Return if command not found
Err:02-Return if missing parameter
Err:04-Return if parameter out of range
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SCi for RB-DMX4
SCi, the Serial Control Interface is free of charge software available on the
Sonifex website and allows you to control the RB-DMX4 remotely. The
interface has three tabs including a control page, an indication page and a
miscellaneous options page. The status of the connection, serial number
and firmware versions are always visible at the bottom of the interface.
Note: Make sure that the RB-DMX4 is configured to operate via serial
control by setting DIPSwitch 11 to ON. See page 26 for further
information.
Status Page
Fig 4-13: Status Page
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This page displays the current status of the unit. Each set of inputs has an
indicator panel which displays:
Control Page
Presence Level: The current audio status is displayed as it is on the front
panel. (Please refer to page 3).
Locked LED: If the input is locked, this LED is lit.
Input Gain Boxes: Displays the gain of each input channel.
Output Gain Boxes: Displays the gain of each output channel.
Source Label: The source which is currently being used is displayed here.
Synchronization options are displayed in the sync indicator panel:
Mode: This displays the selected synchronisation mode.
Source: This displays the selected synchronisation source. This is disabled in
Master Mode.
Sample Rate: This displays the current output sample rate.
Sync Source Locked LED: If the synchronization source is locked this led is
lit.
The serial mode LED indicates whether the unit is in serial mode.
Fig 4-14: Control Page
The Control Page is where you can configure your unit. For ease of use, the
options have been split into four sections which you can visit in numbered
steps:
1. Select Input Sources
Select which source you would like to use for both the Input 1 & 2 and Input
3 & 4 from the drop down boxes labelled “INPUT 1/2 is” and “INPUT 3/4 is”
respectively.
2. Select Synchronisation Options
Select which sync mode to use from the first drop down box, labelled “Sync
mode is”. If “MASTER” is chosen, then simply select your output sample
rate from the drop down box labelled “where sample rate is”. If “AUTO”,
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“AUTOLOCK” or “SLAVE” are selected, then a new drop down box labelled
“from” will appear which allows you to select the synchronisation source.
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Miscellaneous Page
3. Select Mix Matrix
Select which inputs are mixed onto which outputs simply by ticking the
boxes in the matrix.
4. Select Special Options
Select which output is monitored by using the drop down box labelled
“Monitor output is”.
Stereo Features Enabled: Select this tick box for the input gain and
headphone monitoring to operate in stereo mode instead of mono.
Attenuate Monitor Output by 12dB: If your headphone monitoring is too
loud, select this tick box to attenuate it.
If serial mode is selected, all the controls are enabled. The controls are
disabled if serial mode is switched off.
Fig 4-15: Miscellaneous Page
This page is used for the connecting and disconnecting SCi to the unit and
for updating the firmware in the RB-DMX4.
Updating The Firmware
The RB-DMX4 firmware will occassionally be updated to add new features
or correct any possible issues that may arise. Check for updates at:
http://www.sonifex.co.uk/technical/software/
To update the firmware click on the button labeled “Update Firmware” and
then select the downloaded firmware file. Firmware files for the RB-DMX4
always have an “.ldr” extension. A progress bar will appear in SCi, indicating
how much of the file has been uploaded to the unit.
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When the unit switches to update mode, the front panel display LEDs
extinguish. The left program LED is then used to display the status of the
upload:
Uploading The Code: The LED flashes amber to confirm the unit is receiving
the new firmware to the RAM in the unit.
Copying Code to Flash Memory: The LED is solid amber while the unit
checks the integrity of the file and copies the file from RAM to flash
memory.
Successful Update: The LED turns green for two seconds and the unit
automatically resets and begins running the new code.
Unsuccessful Update: The LED turns red for two seconds and the returns to
running the last firmware used.
Technical Specification For RB-DMX4
Audio Specification
Dynamic Range:
>138dB
Distortion and Noise:
<-137dB THD + N at 1kHz, ref 0dBFS
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Signal Level:
Balanced: 3V/10V peak to peak min/max
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Sample Frequencies:
32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96,176.4 or 192kHz
Bit Depth:
Up to and including 24 bit
Front Panel Operational Controls & Indicators
Digital Input Select:
AES/EBU, S/PDIF or TOSlink optical
via INPUT 1 & 2 or INPUT 3 & 4 push-buttons
Mix Control:
Output mix selection system via front panel
DIPSwitches
Input Gain:
Input gain control for four INPUT channels
via potentiometers
Monitor Select Control: Headphone monitor channel select and output
gain via push button
Monitor Volume Control Range: -70dB to +12dB gain
Indicators:
Input and output presence indicators via
bicolour LEDS around each push button
Rear Panel Operational Controls
Master Select:
32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96,176.4 or 192kHz
Frequency via rear panel DIPSwitches
Sync Source Select:
INPUT 1 & 2, INPUT 3 & 4, AES Sync, Word
Clock,Video Sync via rear panel DIPSwitches
Sync Mode Select:
Master, Auto Sync, Auto Lock, Slave via rear
panel DIPSwitches
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Stereo Features:
Monitor Attenuation:
Serial Mode:
Boot Mode:
Connections
Digital Inputs:
Stereo gain control and monitor outputs
via rear panel DIPSwitches
12dB Monitor attenuation via rear panel
DIPSwitches
Enter serial control mode via rear panel
DIPSwitches
Boot up base code or firmware via rear panel
DIPSwitches
Fuse Rating:
Equipment Type
RB-DMX4:
4 x 4 channel digital audio mixer/router
Physical Specifications
Dimensions
(Raw):
Dimensions
(Boxed):
48cm (W) x 10.8cm (D*) x 4.2cm (H) (1U)
19” (W) x 4.3” (D*) x 1.7” (H) (1U)
59cm (W) x 27.5cm (D) x 11cm (H)
23.2” (W) x 10.8” (D) x 4.3” (H)
Sync Inputs:
Remote I/O Port:
Serial Port:
Mains Input:
Accessories
RB-SYA:
RB-SYD:
RB-RK3:
Nett: 1.4kg
Nett: 3.1lb
Gross: 2.0kg
Gross: 4.4lb
Analogue video sync board
(NTSC, PAL & SECAM)
Digital video sync board (SD-SDI & HD-SDI)
1U Rear panel rack kit for large Redboxes
* Note that this product is deeper than standard Redboxes
2 x AES/EBU XLR 3 pin female
2 x S/PDIF RCA phono
2 x TOSLink optical input
2 x AES/EBU XLR 3 pin plug
2 x S/PDIF RCA phono socket
2 x TOSLink optical output
1 x AES/EBU XLR 3 pin female
1 x Word Clock BNC
1 x Video Input (optional)
15 way D-type plug
RS232, 9 way D-type socket
Universal filtered IEC, continuously rated
[email protected] 63Hz, max 10W
Anti-surge fuse 2A 20 x 5mm
Digital Outputs:
Weight:
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5 RB-SSML1 Mic/Line Source Selector with Compressor Limiter
Introduction
Mic
Volume
Threshold
Control
Line
Volume
Mic/Line
Select Switch
Bypass
Switch
LED Metering
Compression
Control
Headphone
Outputs
Headphone
Volume
Fig 5-1: RB-SSML1 Front Panel
The RB-SSML1 is a 1U rack-mountable source selector for compressing or
limiting an incoming microphone or stereo line signal and mixing this signal
with a stereo monitor input, which can then be metered and mixed to
two headphone outputs. The unit is mainly used in situations where level
control is required, for example in voiceover applications.
The XLR-3 stereo monitor input has an adjustable volume control via a back
panel recessed pot, and has an additional 10dB gain increase via a switch
on the rear panel, for use with unbalanced equipment. The audio on this
input is only present on the headphone outputs, and is therefore suitable as
a return feed from a codec, a PC audio output, or similar equipment.
The mic input consists of an independent low-noise microphone preamplifier for converting microphone level signals to a line level. There are
independent switches to control a high pass filter (low frequency rolloff at 125Hz) and to provide phantom power at +48V to the connected
microphone. A preset pot on the rear panel allows adjustment of the mic
gain from 36dB to 75dB.
The compression ratio and threshold limits of the compressor/limiter
section are fully adjustable via linear pots situated on the front panel.
The threshold can be set between -30dBu and +20dBu. When the input
signal rises above the threshold level a soft-knee compression is applied
at the selected ratio. The compressor has an attack time of approximately
20ms and a release time of approx 400ms, and can operate at ratios of
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be used, where no compression is applied. A rear-panel DIPswitch allows
compression only to be applied to the mic input and not the stereo line
input.
A front panel switch selects between mic and line inputs. Both mic and line
inputs have fully adjustable volume control via front panel pots, with the
line input having an additional 10dB gain increase via a switch on the rear
panel for use with unbalanced equipment. The mono mic input is converted
to a stereo signal before being passed to the compressor/limiter.
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The metering is carried out after the compressor/limiter section and
consists of two rows of 12 round LEDs showing levels between -17dB and
+11dB. An internal jumper allows the metering to follow either the stereo
output, or the headphone monitor outputs and a rear panel DIPswitch can
disable the peak hold display.
The XLR-3 stereo line output can be fed from either the mic or line input,
but not the stereo monitor input. The line output is electronically balanced
and can be wired unbalanced by grounding the non-phase signal, allowing
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you to feed both balanced and unbalanced equipment. A pushbutton
switch is provided to reduce the output by 10dB for this purpose.
The headphone output volume control is on the front panel. Each
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headphones.
An LED power indicator on the front panel displays the power supply
connection.
System Block Diagram
Mic L.F. Filter
Phantom
Power (48V)
Mic.
Volume
Threshold
Compression
Analogue
Switch
Fixed
Gain
Gain L.F. Filter
Phantom In/Out
On/Off
L
Fixed
Gain
LED Level
Jumper Meter Drivers
Line Volume L
Fixed Gain
Stereo
Line
Compressor
Controls
R
Stereo
Output
Jumper
Line Volume R
Peak
Hold
On/Off
Fixed Gain
Line Volume L
Volume
M
L
Stereo Jack
Output
R
Fixed Gain
Line Volume R
M
Stereo Fixed Gain
Monitor
Audio Output
Amplifier
Stereo Jack
Output
Fig 5-2: RB-SSML1 Block Diagram
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Rear Panel Connections
Stereo
Monitor
Inputs
Monitor
Volume
Monitor
Gain Pad
Mic
Input
Mic
Gain
Stereo Line
Inputs
Option
Switches
Stereo Line
Gain Pad
Stereo
Outputs
Stereo Output
Gain Pad
Fig 5-3: RB-SSML1 Rear Panel.
Stereo Monitor Inputs
The 2 x XLR 3 pin sockets used for the monitor input are electronically
balanced. They have the following connections:
Pin 1: Screen
Pin 2: Phase
Pin 3: Non-phase
Note: The monitor input can not be mixed to the stereo line output, it is
only used for headphone monitoring.
Stereo Monitor Pad & Volume Control
A 10dB gain pad is available by depressing the rear panel switch, for
handling connection from unbalanced outputs. A MONITOR VOLUME
control is available as a pre-set potentiometer, located on the back panel.
The monitor input channel with the volume control fully up, has a gain of
+6dB.
Mic Input
The XLR 3 pin socket used for the microphone is electronically balanced. It
has the following connections:
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Pin 1: Screen
Pin 2: Phase
Pin 3: Non-phase
Mic Input Gain
A recessed GAIN pre-set potentiometer allows for adjustment of the gain
of the microphone input. This provides a gain range of 36dB to 75dB which
enables the use of dynamic and powered microphones. Connect the mic
input and adjust the gain until the line output is at the required level. The
front panel MIC VOLUME reduces the volume to –80dB.
Using Phantom Powered Microphones
For the microphone input channel there is a switch to provide phantom
power at +48V to the connected microphone. With phantom power
selected, a voltage of +48V is applied to pins 2 and 3 of the XLR connector
to power the microphone, supplied through 6k8 resistors giving a current
of 14mA. Phantom power is enabled when the switch is pointing towards
the arrow.
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On
Off
1 2 3 4
On
1
Low Frequency (LF) Filter
2
Phantom Power
3
Compress In Mic Mode Only
4
LED Meter Peak Hold
On
Fig 5-4: DIP Switch to Control Mic & Meter Features
Using the LF Filter
This switch provides control for a high pass filter on the mic input with low
frequency roll
off at 125Hz. The roll-off filter is in circuit when the switch is down (towards
the arrow).
Compression Active on Mic Input Only
With this feature enabled, the compressor/limiter will only operate when
the microphone input is selected. This mode becomes active when switch 3
is down (towards the arrow).
Peak Hold Disabled on LED Meter
By default, the LED meter operates with peak hold active on the top 5
segments. This can be disabled by moving switch 4 to the up position
(towards the arrow).
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Stereo Line Input
The 2 x XLR 3 pin sockets used for the line input are electronically balanced.
They have the following connections:
Pin 1: Screen
Pin 2: Phase
Pin 3: Non-phase
Stereo Input Gain Pad
The line input channel with the volume control fully up, has a gain of +6dB.
An extra 10dB of gain is available by depressing the rear panel INPUT LEVEL
switch. The LINE VOLUME control is located on the front panel.
Stereo Line Output
The XLR 3 pin plug output connectors are electronically balanced and can
be wired unbalanced by grounding the non-phase signal, allowing you
to feed balanced and unbalanced equipment. They have the following
connections:
Pin 1: Screen
Pin 2: Phase
Pin 3: Non-phase
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a maximum output level of +28dBu.
Stereo Output Gain Pad
The output gain switch provides a 10dB drop in gain.
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Front Panel Controls
Mic
Volume
Threshold
Control
Line
Volume
Mic/Line
Select Switch
Bypass
Switch
LED Metering
Compression
Control
Headphone
Outputs
Headphone
Volume
Fig 5-5: RB-SSML1 Front Panel
Mic & Line Volume Controls
The front panel MIC VOLUME reduces the volume to –80dB. The line input
channel with the LINE VOLUME control fully up, has a gain of +6dB.
Mic/Line Select Switch
To select between microphone or stereo line inputs, use the Mic/Line select
switch; stereo line is in the up position.
Bypass Button
The compressor/limiter section of the product can be switched in and out
by using the BYPASS button.
Applying Compression
Compression is applied by setting a threshold at which the compressor
begins to operate, and a compression ratio to which all audio above the
threshold will be compressed. To enable the compressor, release the unit
from bypass mode (ensure the bypass LED is off).
The compression ratio and threshold limits of the compressor/limiter
section are fully adjustable via the COMPRESSION and THRESHOLD linear
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pots situated on the front panel. The threshold can be set between -30dBu
and +20dBu. When the input signal rises above the threshold level a softknee compression is applied at the selected ratio. The compressor has an
attack time of approximately 20ms and a release time of approx 400ms, and
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The compressor is temperature sensitive and in cold conditions may take a
short time for the threshold levels to settle. In any case you should always
allow the unit to fully come to its normal operating temperature before
setting the threshold level.
LED Metering
The metering is carried out after the compressor/limiter section and
consists of two rows of 12 round LEDs showing levels between -17dB and
+11dB.
The LED meter source can be set to either the output, or a mix of the
output and the monitor input (i.e. the audio present on the headphones).
The default setting is a mix of the output and monitor input. This can be
changed by altering the setting of jumpers J1 and J2 inside the unit.
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Position A: Meter a mix of output and monitor input.
Position B: Meter output only.
Stereo Monitor Input:
Headphone Outputs
There are two ¼” stereo jack headphone sockets, with a headphone
output volume control which controls the volume for both outputs. Each
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Stereo Output:
Technical Specifications RB-SSML1
Fuse Rating:
Audio Specifications (Bypass Mode)
Maximum Input Level: -10dBu (mic), +28dBu (line), electronically
balanced
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Low Frequency Roll-Off: 125Hz @ 6dB/octave
Gain Range (mic):
Adjustable 36dB to 75dB gain (-80dB volume
min.)
Volume Control (line):
-80dB to +6dB gain (+16dB with additional input
gain)
E.I.N:
130dB
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Phantom Power:
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Connections
Mic Input:
Stereo Line Input:
Headphone Outputs:
Mains Input:
Equipment Type
RB-SSML1:
Physical Specifications
Dimensions (Raw):
Dimensions (Boxed):
Weight:
5
unbalanced)
2 x XLR 3 pin female (Balanced, can be
unbalanced)
2 x XLR 3 pin male (Balanced, can be
unbalanced)
2 x ¼” (6.35mm) A/B gauge 3-pole stereo
jack sockets
Filtered IEC, 110V-120V, or 220-240V switchable,
fused, 9W maximum
Anti-surge fuse 100mA 20 x 5mm (230VAC)
Anti-surge fuse 250mA 20 x 5mm (115VAC)
Mic/Line source selector with compressor
limiter
48cm (W) x 10.8cm (D) x 4.2cm (H) (1U)
19” (W) x 4.3” (D) x 1.7” (H) (1U)
53cm (W) x 20.5cm (D) x 6cm (H)
21” (W) x 8” (D) x 2.4” (H)
Nett: 1.3kg Gross: 2.0kg
Nett: 2.9lbs Gross: 4.4lbs
1 x XLR 3 pin female (Balanced)
2 x XLR 3 pin female (Balanced, can be
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6 RB-OA3 3 Studio On-Air Switcher
Introduction
Dump LED
Power On Indicator
Offer LED
Delay LED
Studio 2 LED
Studio 1 LED
Studio 3 LED
Fig 6-1: RB-OA3 Front Panel
The RB-OA3 is a 1U rack-mount, unity gain on-air switcher, capable of
switching three stereo pairs between three studios. Each studio can control
the transmission path together with two peripheral paths for equipment
such as a codec or hybrid and there is also a last studio to offer (LSO) bus,
allowing for seamless and continuous broadcast from any multi-studio
radio network. A sustain mode allows for a sustaining system, such as a PC
automation system, to control the broadcast. Multiple RB-OA3 units can be
connected together to switch more studios or more stereo pairs.
The switching is achieved using relays, except the last studio to offer which
is switched by an analogue switch. The transmission path is switched using
latching relays. This means that if there is a power failure to the unit, the
transmission path will remain selected.
All studios are connected using 25 way D-types for electronically balanced
audio signals and control is achieved using 15 way D-types, connecting to
an external control unit such as the Sonifex S2-MTBS mixer control panel or
the RB-OA3R remote switcher panel.
A transmission mix connection is included to mix into the transmission
path audio which is generic to all studios. This could be used for jingles or
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adverts for example. The RB-OA3 also allows for the control of a profanity
delay to be shared by all connected studios.
Each studio has the ability to offer the transmission. Once offered, the
transmission is fed to the other studios via the last studio to offer bus. By
adding the LSO bus as an input to the mixer, the next scheduled station can
then fade in the transmission and accept at the appropriate time meaning
the transmission can be continuous.
The sustain mode can be used to control an automated studio, such as a
PC based overnight music system which conventionally wouldn’t be in its
own studio and would therefore need external control to take transmission
back from it. Think of it as a studio which has no Offer and Accept controls
of its own, but which can still be put to and from transmission by the other
studios.
The RB-OA3 can be expanded to switch between up to 5 studios or up to 6
stereo pairs by connecting a multiple of units together. With the addition
of a single unit, expansion in studio mode allows for 2 additional studios
to take control of the transmission path and additional equipment. If the
expansion is made in bus mode, then three additional stereo channels can
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be added. In total 4 x RB-OA3 units can be connected together to switch 6
stereo pairs between up to 5 studios. An optional cable kit, the RB-OA3C, is
available to connect expansion RB-OA3 units to a master RB-OA3.
The modes are configured by dip switches on the rear of each unit. Two dip
switches control the unit ID and two switches control whether the unit is in
studio or bus mode.
A master unit, defined by a preset ID, conducts all communication between
all units.
System Block Diagram
Control
Panels 1
Control
Panels 2
Control
Panels 3
Studio 1
Dip
Switch
Delay/
Control Dump
Processor
Relay & LSO
Switching
Studio 2
Push
Switch
Transmission
Extra Paths
(1 & 2)
LSO Feeds
Audio
Transformer
Studio 3
Serial
Port
All audio connections are balanced stereo
LSO
Expansion
Mix
Input
Fig 6-2: RB-OA3 System Block Diagram
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Rear Panel Connections and Operation
LSO Expansion
Connector
Mix Input
Connector
Transmission
Output Connector
Mix
Input
ON/OFF
Switch
Studio 2
Audio
Connector
Studio 1 Audio
Connector
Studio 3 Audio
Connector
Studio 2 Control
Connector
Studio 1
Control
Connector
Serial
Port 1
Studio 3 Profanity Delay
Control
Control
Connector
Serial
Port 2
Fuse
IEC Mains
Input
Mode Select
Switches
Fig 6-3: RB-OA3 Rear Panel
Installation Guide for the RB-OA3
Setting the Unit’s Identity Using The Mode ID DIP Switches
Multiple RB-OA3 units can be combined to offer expansion of either
the number of studios (STUDIO EXPANSION), or the number of stereo
audio pairs available to switch (BUS EXPANSION), or both (STUDIO & BUS
EXPANSION). Up to 4 units can be connected together and each unit will
have a different Mode ID.
The identity of the unit is defined by setting the first two MODE ID DIP
switches as per the following table:
DIP Switch 1
DIP Switch 2
Unit Identity Definition
OFF
OFF
MASTER
ON
OFF
STUDIO EXPANSION SLAVE
OFF
ON
BUS EXPANSION SLAVE
ON
ON
STUDIO & BUS EXPANSION SLAVE
Fig 6-4: RB-OA3 Unit Identity Definitions
If you have just a single RB-OA3, define it as the MASTER, i.e. DIP switches
1 and 2 set to OFF. For more information on the expansion modes, see page
46.
If you would like to change the identity of a unit, it will have to be reset.
Note: The recommended time to change the unit ID is on power down.
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Setting The Boot Up Mode
On first powering up the RB-OA3, the unit will default to giving transmission
control to Studio 1. The third DIP switch controls what studio the unit will
boot to on subsequent initialisations. The different modes provided are:
OFF
This will set the unit to Force Last Used Studio mode
ON
This will set the unit to Force Studio 1 mode
Fig 6-5: RB-OA3 Unit Identity Reset Settings
Force Last Used Studio Mode
When a studio is selected, the value of that studio is stored in the unit.
This is then recalled on boot up so that the last studio to transmit is
reconnected. This is useful in loss of power situations, since the latching
relays will remain in position on start up, leaving the transmission path
unaffected.
Force Studio 1 Mode
On boot up Studio 1 is given transmission control. This is useful for
returning the unit to a known position.
Note: When connecting multiple units together ensure that there is
only one of each type of unit. If you connect units of the same type,
communication errors will occur. For security, once initialized, the unit will
retain its ID until power down regardless of any DIP switch changes.
Configuring for Operation
The RB-OA3 can be used in both single (MASTER) and multiple expansion
modes.
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Studio Connections
Each connector has a dedicated channel for the master transmission and
for each of the two additional balanced stereo channels. The connector
also provides the Last Studio to Offer (LSO) feed. The Transmission path is a
latched pathway so that it will remain even if there is no power supply. For
this reason, the transmission output of your mixer should always be routed
to this channel. The peripheral channels are non-latching.
Control Panels
Connect the chosen control panels, such as an RB-OA3R, one to each
STUDIO CONTROL port. The control ports are designed to allow 200mA at
15V from each chosen connector.
An excess will cause a polyfuse to cut the voltage supply which can be reset
by removing the load.
Profanity Delay Connector
You can control a profanity delay connected to the unit. The control pulses
are relay based and can be wired either normally open or normally closed,
to route a common signal.
Mix Input
If the mix input is to be used, connect the source to the unit. If not, the
socket must be terminated, or the MIX INPUT ON/OFF switch must be OFF,
otherwise the output signal may experience a loss of level (see page 53 ).
LSO Expansion Port
Leave disconnected.
Serial Ports
Leave these disconnected.
Single (MASTER) Mode
When used as a single (MASTER) unit, the RB-OA3 is used to switch 3 stereo
busses between 3 studios, allowing them to share the same transmission
path and peripheral devices such as hybrids or profanity delays. A single
unit must always be configured as a MASTER unit.
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DIP Switch Settings
Studio Expansion
M
Master Transmission
S
Fig 6-6: RB-OA3 Studio Expansion Diagram
Connect two units to allow the switching of 3 stereo busses between 5
studios giving the user control over more studios. To achieve this configure
one unit as the MASTER and one unit as the STUDIO EXPANSION:
Studio Connections
Connect three studios to the master unit and connect the MASTER RB-OA3
TRANSMISSION OUTPUT to the STUDIO 1 AUDIO input of the STUDIO
EXPANSION RB-OA3 using a transmission expansion cable (available in the
RB-OA3C cable pack). Then connect studios 4 and 5 to the STUDIO 2 AUDIO
and STUDIO 3 AUDIO connectors on the STUDIO EXPANSION SLAVE unit.
The TRANSMISSION OUTPUTS port of the STUDIO EXPANSION unit is the
main output of this system.
Control Panels
Connect three control panels to the MASTER STUDIO CONTROL PORTS
1 - 3, one for each studio. The control panels for studio 4 and 5 need to be
connected to the STUDIO 2 CONTROL and STUDIO 3 CONTROL ports of the
STUDIO EXPANSION unit.
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Profanity Delay Connector
A profanity delay can be connected to either of the two units. However, it
is recommended that it is connected to the MASTER. See Single (MASTER)
Mode set up for more information.
Mix Input
The mix input must be connected to STUDIO EXPANSION unit to ensure
that the mix input is on all five studios. Ensure that the MASTER mix input is
terminated correctly or that the MIX INPUT ON/OFF switch is OFF.
LSO Expansion
The LSO feed needs to travel between the units. Do this by connecting the
LSO expansion ports on each unit with an LSO expansion cable (available in
the RB-OA3C cable pack).
Serial Ports
Connect the serial ports of the MASTER and STUDIO EXPANSION units
together using a standard RJ45 network cable (available in the RB-OA3C
cable pack).
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DIP Switch Settings
Bus Expansion
Master Transmission
M
B
Fig 6-7: RB-OA3 Bus Expansion Diagram
Connect two units to allow the switching of 6 stereo busses between 3
studios so that the studios can share more peripheral devices. To achieve
this configure one unit as the MASTER and one unit as the BUS EXPANSION
SLAVE:
Studio Connections
Connect three studios to the MASTER unit and connect the MASTER
TRANSMISSION OUTPUT to your transmission output destination. The BUS
EXPANSION SLAVE switches as the MASTER.
To access the three extra balanced stereo channels, connect to the
transmission and peripheral paths of the BUS EXPANSION SLAVE
STUDIO 1-3 AUDIO connectors. The outputs for these paths will be the
TRANSMISSION OUTPUT of the BUS EXPANSION SLAVE.
Control Panels
Connect three studio control panels to the MASTER STUDIO CONTROL
PORTS 1 - 3, one for each studio. If control panels are connected to the BUS
EXPANSION SLAVE the LEDS will simply follow the master control panels,
however no action can be initiated with a slave control panel.
Profanity Delay Connector
A profanity delay can be connected to either of the two units. However, it
is recommended that it is connected to the MASTER. See Single (MASTER)
Mode set up for more information.
Mix Input
The mix input must be connected to the MASTER. Because it’s not being
used, ensure that the BUS EXPANSION SLAVE mix input is terminated
correctly or that the MIX INPUT ON/OFF switch is OFF for this SLAVE.
LSO Expansion
Leave disconnected on both units.
Serial Ports
Connect the serial ports of the MASTER and BUS EXPANSION SLAVE units
together using a standard RJ45 network cable (not a cross-over cable).
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Studio & Bus (4 Unit) Expansion
DIP Switch Settings
DIP Switch Settings
Master Transmission
M
S
B
B&S
Fig 6-8: RB-OA3 Studio & Bus Expansion Diagram
Connect two units to allow the switching of 6 stereo busses between 3
studios allowing the studios to share more peripheral devices. To achieve
this configure one unit is set as the MASTER, one unit as the STUDIO
EXPANSION SLAVE, one unit as the BUS EXPANSION SLAVE and one unit as
the STUDIO & BUS EXPANSION SLAVE:
Studio Connections
Connect the STUDIO EXPANSION SLAVE and the BUS EXPANSION SLAVE
as shown previously to give you a system of three units. The STUDIO &
BUS EXPANSION SLAVE is added as a bus expansion for studios 4 and 5. To
connect this unit, use a second transmission connection cable to connect
the TRANSMISSION OUTPUT of the BUS EXPANSION SLAVE with the STUDIO
1 AUDIO connector of the BUS EXPANSION SLAVE. The TRANSMISSION
OUTPUT from the BUS EXPANSION SLAVE acts as the I/O for all the bus
expansion paths.
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Control Panels
Connect three control panels to the MASTER STUDIO CONTROL PORTS
1 - 3, one for each studio. The control panels for studio 4 and 5 need to be
connected to STUDIO CONTROL PORTS 2 and 3 of the STUDIO EXPANSION.
There is no need to connect control panels to the BUS EXPANSION SLAVE
and STUDIO & BUS EXPANSION SLAVE although, if connected, they will
reflect the situation shown by the control panels connected to the MASTER
and STUDIO EXPANSION SLAVE units.
Profanity Delay Connector
A profanity delay can be connected to either of the four units. However, it
is recommended that it is connected to the MASTER. See Single (MASTER)
Mode set up for more information.
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Mix Input
The mix input must be connected to the STUDIO EXPANSION SLAVE to
ensure that the mix input is on all five studios. Ensure that the MASTER mix
input is terminated correctly or that the MIX INPUT ON/OFF switch is OFF
(see page 53).
LSO Expansion
The LSO feed needs to travel between units. This is achieved by connecting
the LSO expansion ports on the MASTER and STUDIO EXPANSION with an
LSO expansion cable (available in the RB-OA3C cable pack). For the BUS
EXPANSION SLAVE and STUDIO & BUS EXPANSION SLAVE, there is no
need to connect the LSO expansion cables since the LSO is not used in bus
expansion.
Serial Ports
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Connect the serial ports of the MASTER and all the SLAVE units together
using a standard RJ45 network cable. It is recommended that a full ring
system is implemented by connecting each unit to two others.
This ensures that if one connection is lost, there is still a path for
communication for each unit. If the decision is taken to use three cables
rather than four, please ensure that there is a direct link between the
MASTER and STUDIO EXPANSION SLAVES.
RB-OA3 1
RB-OA3 2
RB-OA3 4
RB-OA3 3
Fig 6-9: RB-OA3 Multiple RB-OA3 Expansion Diagram
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Indications – How The LEDS Are Used
FRONT PANEL LEDS
The unit is supplied with 7 LEDs on the front panel. These LEDs are used to
indicate all the various states of the unit:
CONTROL PANEL LEDS
Each of the control panel connectors has the ability to switch on four LEDS.
In the case of the S2-MTBS and the RB-OA3R, the LEDS are built into the
buttons.
POWER
This LED is used to indicate whether the unit is currently powered. It is
illuminated RED if the unit is powered and extinguished if not.
OFFER
This LED is used to show whether the system is currently in OFFER mode. This
LED is illuminated while the unit is on offer and extinguished otherwise. If this
LED flashes this means that the unit is currently in SUSTAIN ACTIVE mode.
DELAY
This LED is used to show whether the Delay function has been activated.
Its operation is momentary and each burst will last for approximately half a
second. If the button is illuminated RED this means that the delay pulse has
been activated.
DUMP
This LED is used to show whether the Dump function has been activated.
Its operation is momentary and each burst will last for approximately half a
second. If the button is illuminated RED this means that the dump pulse has
been activated.
OFFER
This LED is used to show whether the system is currently in OFFER mode.
This LED is illuminated YELLOW while the unit is on offer and extinguished
otherwise. If this LED flashes this means that the unit is currently in
SUSTAIN ACTIVE mode (see page 51 ).
STUDIO 1-3
These LEDS are used to indicate which studio is currently switched to the
transmission path. Each one is illuminated RED to represent each specific
studio when that studio is switched in. When the unit is operating as a
STUDIO EXPANSION SLAVE, if one of the MASTER unit’s studios is routed
to the transmission path, STUDIO 1 LED will always be illuminated. If one of
SLAVE’S studios is selected, the MASTER unit’s studio indications will all be
extinguished.
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ACCEPT
This LED is illuminated if the studio is currently on the transmission path. In
SUSTAIN ARMED mode this LED will flash repeatedly until the specific studio
is selected. The ACCEPT LED will always flash to indicate SUSTAIN ARMED
mode.
DELAY
This LED is used to show whether the studio has activated a delay pulse. It is
illuminated when a delay pulse is activated.
DUMP
This LED is used to show whether the studio has activated a dump pulse. It is
illuminated when a dump pulse is activated.
EMERGENCY MODE
If the MASTER loses contact with any of the SLAVES, the SLAVES will enter
emergency mode. In emergency mode all the LEDS except the power led will
flash repeatedly until contact with the master is re-established.
Operational Modes
OFFER
If a studio is transmitting, this mode is used to offer the transmission path
to other studios. When the OFFER button is pressed, the OFFER button in all
studios is illuminated. This unlocks the operation of the ACCEPT button in all
other studios. To remove this mode, simply press the OFFER button again.
Pressing this also switches the current studio to the LSO bus.
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ACCEPT
This mode is used to accept the transmission path. To do this, press
the ACCEPT button once the offer has been made. Once the studio has
accepted, this switches the OFFER, DELAY, DUMP and SUSTAIN functions to
that studio.
SUSTAIN
This mode is used to switch to a sustaining service, for example, a PC
automation system, which conventionally wouldn’t be in its own studio and
would therefore need external control to take transmission back from it.
Think of it as a studio which has no Offer and Accept controls of its own,
but which can still be put to and from transmission by the other studios.
The sustain studio is Studio 3 by default and this cannot be changed. Once
the sustain function is activated, the transmission path switches instantly to
Studio 3 and is automatically offered back to all studios. To enter SUSTAIN
mode, press the OFFER button to enter offer mode then hold the ACCEPT
button for three seconds. DELAY and DUMP modes are inactive in SUSTAIN.
The SUSTAIN mode has two phases:
SUSTAIN ACTIVE
In this phase, studio 3 is transmitting and the offer is made to all studios.
The offer button flashes in all studios to let the controllers know that
the sustain mode is active. To retrieve the control, a studio must press
the flashing OFFER button. SUSTAIN mode then enters phase 2, SUSTAIN
ARMED.
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DELAY/DUMP
These functions are used to control a profanity delay. To use these functions
route the transmission to the delay unit control input and setup the delay
unit accordingly. The output is then taken from the delay unit. The unit has
both a normally closed and normally open relay trigger. When the DELAY
or DUMP button is pressed, a half second pulse triggers the specific relay
which will either connect to, or break, the connection with a Common
signal (supplied from the delay unit).
EMERGENCY
In the multiple unit cases there is an EMERGENCY mode. This mode is
activated with the SLAVE units to alert the user that communication with
the MASTER has broken down. In this mode, all LEDS associated with the
unit will start flashing (except the POWER LED).
While the unit is in this mode it will not respond to any commands. Once
the unit re-establishes a connection with the MASTER, the unit will return
to the position it was in prior to the disconnection, if the MASTER is
unchanged, or it will update if the MASTER has changed. As an extra safety
feature, if the STUDIO EXPANSION SLAVE loses communication while
studio 4 or 5 is transmitting, the MASTER will lock all ability to change
transmission studio until contact is re-established. If the MASTER loses
power or all communication paths, all SLAVES will display emergency mode.
In addition if any SLAVE loses power it will automatically reboot into the
correct state.
SUSTAIN ARMED
In this phase, a studio is ready to take control. The OFFER button is
constantly lit in the studio that triggered this phase and the ACCEPT will
flash in both the arming studio and Studio 3. In the other studios, all the
buttons will be inactive and the LEDS will all be off.
The arming studio can now accept the transmission path by pressing the
ACCEPT button. If the arming studio wants to return the unit to SUSTAIN
ACTIVE phase, the OFFER button should be pressed.
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Transmission Studio
ACCEPT
OFFER
Other Studio
ACCEPT
OFFER
ACCEPT
STATE
Rear Panel Connections & Operation
LSO Expansion
The connector is 9 a pin female D-type and is used to transfer the last
studio to offer channel between units, when used in multiple unit mode.
LSO Expansion Connector Details
Press OFFER
to offer control
OFFER
STATE
Press OFFER to
take back control
Studio 3 Always
Transmission Studio
ACCEPT
OFFER
Press ACCEPT
to take control
Other Studio
ACCEPT
OFFER
SUSTAIN
ACTIVE
STATE
Press OFFER to arm
SUSTAIN MODE
Press OFFER to arm
SUSTAIN MODE
1
LSO Input Left Phase
2
LSO Input Right Phase
3
LSO Output Left Phase
4
LSO Output Right Phase
5
Analogue Ground
6
LSO Input Left Non Phase
7
LSO Input Right Non Phase
8
LSO Output Left Non Phase
9
LSO Output Right Non Phase
Fig 6-11: RB-OA3 LSO Expansion Connector Definitions
5
1
9
6
SUSTAIN
ARMED
STATE
(IF ANOTHER
STUDIO ARMS)
Press ACCEPT to take control or
press OFFER to return to
SUSTAIN ACTIVE
Analogue Ground
LSO Output Left
(IF STUDIO
3 ARMS)
Press OFFER to
take back control
Fig 6-10: Offer & Accept Button Operation (Flashing is indicated by radial lines around
a button)
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LSO Input Left
LSO Output Right
SUSTAIN
ARMED
STATE
Fig 6-12: RB-OA3 LSO Expansion Connector Details
LSO Input Right
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Mix Input Selection
The interface is a 9 pin female D-type and is used to mix a stereo feed
into the transmission path by using the MIX INPUT ON/OFF SWITCH,
push button (rear panel, located next to the mix input). This could be an
emergency announcement system, PC automation playout system, or other
audio source.
Note: If this input is not being used it must either be switched off using the
push-button, or terminated by connecting pins 2 & 7 together and pins 4 &
9 together. If it is not terminated the noise on the transmission output can
be worse by 3-6dB.
5
1
9
6
If not being used these pins
must be connected
Mix Input Left
6
Mix Input Right
If not being used these pins
must be connected
Fig 6-14: RB-OA3 Mix Input Connector Details
Mix Input Connector Details
1
Mix Input Right Phase
2
Mix Input Right Non Phase
3
Mix Input Left Phase
4
Mix Input Left Non Phase
5
NC
6
Analogue Ground
7
Impedance Connection
8
Analogue Ground
9
Impedance Connection
Transmission Outputs and Studio 1-3 Audio Connection Details
There are three studio interfaces to connect three individual studios to
the unit. There is also a transmission interface which carries the main
transmission output and 2 balanced stereo connections for interfacing with
external units such as hybrids, or codecs, which you may want to share
between studios. These are all 25 way female D-Types and they each carry 4
balanced stereo pairs or 8 mono.
Fig 6-13: RB-OA3 Mix Input Connector Definitions
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Transmission Outputs I/O Connector Details
Studio 1-3 Audio Connection Details
1
Transmission Left Phase (Output)
1
Transmission Left Phase (Input)
3
Transmission Right Non Phase (Output)
3
Transmission Right Non Phase (Input)
st
4
1 external unit Left Phase (Input/Output)
4
1st external unit Left Phase (Input/Output)
6
1st external unit Right Non Phase (Input/Output)
6
1st external unit Right Non Phase (Input/Output)
nd
7
2 external unit Left Phase (Input/Output)
7
2nd external unit Left Phase (Input/Output)
9
2nd external unit Right Non Phase (Input/Output)
9
2nd external unit Right Non Phase (Input/Output)
14
Transmission Left Non Phase (Output)
10
Last Studio to Offer Left Phase (Output)
15
Transmission Right Phase (Output)
12
Last Studio to Offer Right Non Phase (Output)
st
17
1 external unit Left Non Phase (Input/Output)
14
Transmission Left Non Phase (Input)
18
1st external unit Right Phase (Input/Output)
15
Transmission Right Phase (Input)
20
2nd external unit Left Non Phase (Input/Output)
17
1st external unit Left Non Phase (Input/Output)
21
2nd external unit Right Non Phase (Input/Output)
18
1st external unit Right Phase (Input/Output)
20
2nd external unit Left Non Phase (Input/Output)
21
2nd external unit Right Phase (Input/Output)
23
Last Studio to Offer Left Non Phase (Output)
24
Last Studio to Offer Right Phase (Output)
All other pins are analogue ground.
Fig 6-15: RB-OA3 Transmission I/O Connector Definitions
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1
All other pins are analogue ground.
25
14
Fig 6-17: RB-OA3 Studio 1-3 Audio Connector Definitions
Transmission Left
2nd External Unit Right
Transmission Right
2nd External Unit Left
1st External Unit
Right
Fig 6-16: RB-OA3 Transmission Outputs Connector Details
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1st External Unit Left
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1
25
Last Studio to Offer
Right
Last Studio to Offer
Left
14
2nd External Unit Right 1st External Unit Right Transmission Right
2nd External Unit Left 1st External Unit Left Transmission Left
1
15V
2
Offer Signal Input
3
Offer LED
4
Accept Signal Input
5
Accept LED
6
Delay Signal Input
7
Delay LED
8
Dump Signal Input
9
Dump LED
15
Digital Ground
6
All other pins are unused.
Fig 6-18: RB-OA3 Studio 1-3 Audio Connector Details
Fig 6-19: RB-OA3 Studio 1-3 Control Connector Definitions
Studio 1-3 Control Port Connection Details
Each studio can be controlled externally via the optional RB-OA3R rack
control system or, if the studio uses the Sonifex S2 mixer, the S2-MTBS
panel which can be connected to the unit via these control ports. Each
control panel enables control of the Offer, Accept and Sustain functions as
well as Dump and Delay.
There is a pin for each function which needs to be pulled low to activate the
function.
There is also a pin that becomes grounded once that function is selected.
This is so that an
indicator such as a tally LED can be used. There is also a Digital Ground and
15V supply.
The connectors are 15 pin Female D-types.
8
1
15
9
For Switch Control
Offer, accept,
delay or dump
Signal Input
For Lamp Control
15V (Pin 1) or Own
Voltage Source
Momentary switch
GND (Pin 15)
Lamp
Circuitry
Offer, accept, delay
or dump LED
Fig 6-20: RB-OA3 Switch & Lamp Control Details
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Profanity Delay Control
A profanity delay unit can be attached and controlled to the unit via this
interface. The control is achieved using a relay. Each relay has a common
input pin and two possible output pins (open or closed). The relay can
then be configured to route the applicable voltage to it’s output pins. For
example for an active low triggered input, 0V would be connected to the
relevant Common pin and the profanity delay input pin would be connected
to the Normally Open pin of the relay.
Serial Ports
There are two parallel serial ports on the back of each unit to enable the
connection of multiple RB-OA3 units. These use standard RJ-45 connectors.
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ports together.
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The interface is a 9 pin male D-type.
Technical Specifications RB-OA3
1
Digital Ground
2
NC
3
Delay Normally Closed Output
4
Dump Relay Common
5
Dump Normally Open Output
6
NC
7
Delay Relay Common
8
Delay Normally Open Output
9
Dump Normally Closed Output
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Noise:
9
1
6
Dump Connections
Delay Connections
Fig 6-22: RB-OA3 Profanity Delay Control Connector Details
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~ -87dB unity gain, ref +8dBu
Mix Audio Transformer Specifications:
Common Mode Rejection: < -64dB @ 10kHz
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Fig 6-21: RB-OA3 Profanity Delay Control Connector Definitions
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Gain Range:
Unity gain
Frequency Response:
20Hz to 20kHz ±0.1dB
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Digital Ground
Connections:
Studio Audio I/O:
Transmission I/O:
Dump/Delay Control:
Studio Control:
LSO Expansion Port:
3 x 25 way D type socket (female)
1 x 25 way D type socket (female)
1 x 9 way D type plug (male)
3 x 15 way D type sockets (female)
1 x 9 way D type socket (female)
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Mix Input:
Serial Ports:
Mains Input:
Equipment Type
RB-OA3:
Physical Specification
Dimensions (Raw):
Dimensions (Boxed):
Weight:
6
1 x 9 way D type socket (female)
2 x RJ45
Filtered IEC, 110V-120V, or 220-240V
switchable, fused, 9W maximum
3 studio on-air switcher
48cm (W) x 15.8cm (D ) x 4.2cm (H) (1U)
19” (W) x 6.2” (D) x 1.7” (H) (1U)
59cm (W) x 27.4cm (D ) x 10.8cm (H)
23.2” (W) x 10.8” (D) x 4.3” (H)
Nett: 1.9kg Gross: 2.5kg
Nett: 4.2lbs Gross: 5.5lbs
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7 RB-OA3R Remote Switch Panel For RB-OA3
Introduction
Fig 7-1: RB-OA3R Front Panel
Offer
Button
Accept
Button
Delay
Button
The RB-OA3 has been designed for installation in a central technical area
with cabling to custom panels, or selection switches, in each studio. If you
don’t have any custom switch panels available, you can use an RB-OA3R in
each studio. The RB-OA3R is a 1U rack mount switch unit for use in each
studio that needs to be connected to the STUDIO 1-3 CONTROL connectors
on an RB-OA3. It takes it’s power from the RB-OA3 unit so needs no power
supply itself.
Dump
Button
It contains four buttons which are used to control the functions of the
RB-OA3. Each front panel push button is illuminated by coloured LEDs and
controls the OFFER, ACCEPT, DELAY and DUMP functions:
Offer
Green
Accept
Red
Delay
Yellow
Dump
Yellow
Fig 7-3: RB-OA3R Control Function lndication Colour
Studio Control Connector
Fig 7-2: RB-OA3R Rear Panel
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The connector on the rear of the RB-OA3R is a 15 way D type plug which
connects to the Studio Control inputs on the RB-0A3.
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Technical Specifications RB-OA3R
The connections are as follows:
Connections:
Studio Control:
1 x 15 way D type plug (male)
Equipment Type
RB-OA3R:
Remote switch panel for RB-OA3
1
15V
2
Offer Switch
3
Offer Lamp
4
Accept Switch
5
Accept Lamp
6
Delay Switch
7
Delay Lamp
8
Dump Switch
Dimensions (Boxed):
9
Dump Lamp
Weight:
15
Ground
Physical Specification
Dimensions (Raw):
48cm (W) x 10.8cm (D ) x 4.2cm (H) (1U)
19” (W) x 4.3” (D) x 1.7” (H) (1U)
53cm (W) x 20.5cm (D ) x 6cm (H)
21” (W) x 8” (D) x 2.4” (H)
Nett: 1.2kg Gross: 1.8kg
Nett: 2.6lbs Gross: 4lbs
Fig 7-4: RB-OA3R Pin Out Definitions
8
1
15
9
Fig 7-5: RB-OA3R Pin Out Positions
The 15V supply is fed through resistors to the LEDs. When any button is
pressed, the switch links Ground to the switch pin of that specific button.
When this is detected by the RB-OA3, it grounds the specific lamp pin,
which grounds the LED, turning it on.
This unit connects directly to the RB-OA3 control panel interfaces using a
pin to pin 15 way lead.
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8 RB-OA3C Expansion Unit Cable
Kit For RB-OA3
Introduction
If you add another RB-OA3 to an existing unit to expand either the number
of busses or studios, you need additional cables to connect it which are
contained in this kit:
1 x Transmission output expansion cable, 25 pin D-type male to 25 pin
D-type male, 30cm lead, wired pin to pin.
1 x LSO expansion cable, 9 pin D-type male to 9 pin D-type male, 30cm lead,
wired pin to pin.
1 x RS232 expansion cable, RJ45 to RJ45 standard wiring, 30cm lead.
1 x kit should be used for each expansion RB-OA3 being used.
Technical Specifications RB-OA3C
Equipment Type
RB-OA3C:
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Expansion unit cable kit for RB-OA3
Talkback & Communications - RB- MM1
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9 RB-MM1 Mix Minus Generator
Introduction
Fig 9-1: RB-MM1 Front Panel.
Whenever programming originates from outside of the studio, or if
listeners/viewers are calling up a phone-in using telephone hybrids or
codecs, mix-minus feeds are required. Most telephone lines incur delays
which prohibit off-air monitoring, because the caller, or remote talent,
would hear their own voice in delay which is very disconcerting. The
solution is to feed a mix back to the caller minus his or her own voice. Some
mixing desks do not have a dedicated telco channel to generate a cleanfeed, or mix minus, so the RB-MM1 can be used.
The RB-MM1 is a unit for generating a suitable mix to send to a telephone
hybrid or codec. A stereo output is taken from a mixer, together with a post
fader output from the mono telephone fader on the mixer. The caller audio
is removed from the station output so that it can be sent to the telephone
line via the hybrid.
Analogue audio inputs and outputs are via Neutrik XLR connectors.
The output level to the TBU can be adjusted using a rear panel pre-set
potentiometer. To control the cancellation null, 2 multi-turn potentiometers
are provided, one for the LF null and the other for the full-band null.
Additionally, a band pass filter can be switched in and out, via a rear panel
switch, to condition the signal for the telephone hybrid. To use the RB-MM1
unit with full-band ISDN codecs, the band pass filter can be switched out.
For stereo codecs, or conference calls, multiple RB-MM1 units can be used.
A red LED indicates when power to the RB-MM1 is on.
System Block Diagram
Inputs
Balanced Stereo
Input From Mixer
Output
L
R
Balanced Mono
Input From
Telephone Fader
Null
LF Null
Filter
Switch
Output
Level
Balanced Output
To TBU
Bandpass
Filter
Fig 9-2: RB-MM1 System Block Diagram
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Front Panel Indicator
The LED on the front panel is normally red to indicate that power is present
on the unit.
Rear Panel Connections and Operation
From Mixer
Main Output
Null Adjustment
LF Full-Band
From Mixer
Telephone Output
Bandpass
Filter Switch
Output
to TBU
Output Level
Adjustment
Fig 9-3: RB-MM1 Rear Panel.
Stereo Inputs From Mixer Main Output
These inputs should contain the main mixer output which will be a feed of
the programme plus the audio that you want to remove by the mix-minus
unit. Ideally, the input should be presented at 0dB. The XLR 3 pin sockets
used for the left and right channel inputs are electronically balanced
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following connections:
Pin 1: Screen.
Pin 2: Phase.
Pin 3: Non-phase.
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Input From Mixer Telephone Fader
This mono input should contain the audio that needs to
be removed by the RB-MM1, usually from the telephone/
telco fader of a mixing console. Ideally, the input should
be presented at 0dB. The XLR 3 pin socket used for the
mono channel input is electronically balanced and has an
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following connections:
Pin 1: Screen.
Pin 2: Phase.
Pin 3: Non-phase.
Output Null Adjustments (LF and Full-Band)
The 2 x null preset potentiometers are used to adjust the
null between the input from the telephone fader and the
main stereo input. The telephone input is made anti-phase
and used to cancel out that signal in the main stereo signal.
So, the nulls adjust the level of anti-phase signal required to
achieve the best mix-minus null.
Band Pass Filter Switch
The band pass filter, when in the ON position, is used
to limit the audio bandwidth of the output to the TBU
between 200Hz and 4kHz. When using the RB-MM1 in full
bandwidth equipment, e.g. for ISDN audio codecs, set this
switch to the OFF position.
Output to Telephone Balance Unit (TBU)
The mono XLR 3 pin output plug connector is electronically
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the following connections:
Pin 1: Screen.
Pin 2: Phase.
Pin 3: Non-phase.
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Output Level Adjustment
The TBU output gain can be adjusted from -15dB to +12dB, ref 0dBu by
using the LEVEL preset potentiometer.
Operation of the RB-MM1
Before you receive your RB-MM1, it is calibrated at Sonifex by using two
signals of equivalent amplitude and frequency. In some cases it may require
recalibrating for use on a mixer to match the properties of that mixer. In
order to do this make the following connections:
1. Mixer left output to the RB-MM1 left input .
2. Mixer right output to the RB-MM1 right input.
3. Mixer post fade output from the relevant input channel (usually telco) to
the RB-MM1 telephone fader input.
Then apply a signal to the input channel and raise the fader to its maximum
level. To get the best results connect a level meter to the “Output to TBU”
connector. Alternatively monitor the output acoustically and tune by ear.
Then adjust the NULL potentiometer until the output is as low as possible, if
there is still some low frequency output adjust the LF NULL as well. The null
available on this product is >40dB at 1kHz.
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Technical Specifications RB-MM1
Audio Specification For RB-MM1
Maximum Input Level: +28dBu
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Maximum Output Level: +28dBu
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Output Gain Range:
Adjustable -15dB to +12dB, ref 0dBu gain via a
multi-turn pot
Common Mode Rejection:>60dB
Band Pass Filter Range: 200Hz to 4kHz, 12dB/octave
LF Null Adjustment:
Better than 40dB at 100Hz
Mix-Minus Null:
Better than 40dB at 1kHz
Frequency Response:
20Hz - 22kHz ± 0.1dB
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(C-Message weighted)
Noise:
-90dBu unity gain, ref +6dBu
Connections
Analogue Inputs From
2 x XLR 3 pin female (balanced) (L & R)
Mixer Output:
Analogue Input From
1 x XLR 3 pin female (balanced) (L & R)
Telephone Fader:
Analogue Output To TBU: 1 x XLR 3 pin male (balanced) (L & R)
Mains Input:
Filtered IEC, switchable 110-120V, or 220-240V,
fused, 6W max.
Fuse Rating:
Anti-surge fuse 100mA 20 x 5mm (230VAC)
Anti-surge fuse 250mA 20 x 5mm (115VAC)
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Equipment Type
RB-MM1:
Physical Specification
Dimensions (Raw):
Dimensions (Boxed):
Weight:
64
Mix-minus generator
28cm (W) x 10.8cm (D) x 4.3cm (H)
11” (W) x 4.3” (D) x 1.7” (H)
36cm (W) x 20.5cm (D) x 6cm (H)
14.2” (W) x 8” (D) x 2.4” (H)
Nett: 1.1kg Gross: 1.5kg
Nett: 2.4lbs Gross: 3.3lbs
Talkback & Communications - RB- MTV1
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10 RB-MTV1 Contribution Voiceover Monitor With Talkback
Introduction
LED Meter LIMIT LED
Power LED
MIC Button
TALK Button
Headphone Volume Controls
MIC
TALK
CUE
PGM
BACK
Headphone
Output
Fig 10-1: RB-MTV1 Front Panel
The RB-MTV1 contribution voiceover monitor is a 1U rack-mount designed
to be used in voice-over booths, news booths, commentary locations, for
continuity announcements and for any other similar applications where
voice needs to be added to programme content and then monitored.
Programme feeds, auxiliary feeds and a talkback feed can be taken in and
monitored.
The RB-MTV1 has a microphone input, two main mono outputs, two
external stereo monitoring inputs plus a 4-wire. It has a mono microphone
input on XLR with switched coarse gain and variable fine gain control using
a multi-turn preset potentiometer to give an overall gain range from +20dB
to +80dB. There is also a switched LF rumble filter, switched +48V phantom
power and switched level limiting control. A rear-panel multi-turn preset
potentiometer allows adjustment of the threshold at which the limiter
begins to operate, from -8dBu to +26dBu. There is an indication of the
limiter activity using a blue LED and the microphone level is monitored by
a simple 5 LED meter. The meter can be configured to either show the MIC
signal activity in normal operation, i.e. when TALK is pressed the meter is
off, or the meters can permanently show the MIC activity even when the
TALK button is on or the MIC button is off.
There is a mono balanced TALKBACK input on XLR. There are two balanced
XLR stereo inputs, CUE and programme (PGM) each with a 10dB input gain
switch to facilitate the use of unbalanced sources such as from PC audio
cards, domestic CD players, etc.
Each of these inputs, MIC, TALKBACK, CUE and PGM can be mixed and
monitored in the front and rear headphone outputs with individual volume
controls. Which of the inputs is presented to the headphone outputs can
be configured using two banks of DIPswitches on the underside of the unit,
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one bank for audio that is heard in the left ear piece and one bank for audio
monitored in the right ear piece. For example, the left and right PGM inputs
can be sent to the right ear-piece and all other signals to the left ear-piece,
or the TALK signal could be sent to the right ear-piece and all other signals
to both ear-pieces. In this way, you can configure the unit for your particular
application on installation. If a presenter doesn’t like to hear themselves
in their headphones when using the TALK button, there is also a DIPswitch
option to mute the mic signal to the headphones.
There are two mono balanced outputs. The processed microphone signal
is fed to the two outputs when the electronically latching front panel MIC
button is active - the button illuminates when active.
The two main outputs can be independently switched to be at ‘Line’ or
‘Mic’ level outputs using rear panel push switches. Setting the output to
a microphone level allows the unit to be inserted into the microphone
channel of a mixer. There is an option to permanently enable the MIC
+48V
Mic Gain
Mic
Input
Remotes
The front panel TALK button is a momentary push switch that routes
the processed microphone signal to the “LAZY” TALK output, whilst
disconnecting it from the main outputs, allowing the operator to talk to a
colleague. This enables the unit to be used as a talkback intercom between
two or more studios.
There is a rear panel remotes connector giving remote control of the two
front panel MIC and TALK buttons and opto-isolated tallies of their status.
A red LED on the front panel of the unit indicates when power is present.
System Block Diagram
Lazy
Output
Limit LED
Mic Limit
LF +20dB On
Filter Gain Off
T/B
Input
button, even when remotely controlled, for occasions when you always
want the MIC channel left open. Additionally, there is an option to mix the
CUE input as a mono feed to the outputs permanently.
Mic/
Line
Mic/
Line
Mic Meter
Output 1
Output 2
Headphone
Front
L
Cue
R
+10dB
Left
Headphone
Mix
L
Headphone
Rear
PGM
R
+10dB
Fig 10-2: RB-MTV1 Block Diagram
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Right
Headphone
Mix
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Front Panel Controls & Indicators
MIC Button
This is an illuminated electronically latching push
switch that routes microphone audio to outputs
1 and 2, provided that the TALK button is not
also pressed. The button illuminates red when
the MIC function is active. Push the button again
to unlatch it.
LED Meter
This is a 5 way LED meter with the following
level indicators: -12dB (green), -6dB (green),
0dB (yellow), +3dB (yelow), +6dB (red). The LED
meter source is selected by the back panel dip
switch.
Limit LED
This 3mm blue LED illuminates when the limiter
circuit is operating. A rear-panel multi-turn
preset potentiometer allows adjustment of the
threshold at which the limiter begins to operate,
from -8dBu to +26dBu.
TALK Button
The TALK button is a momentary push switch
that routes mic audio to the lazy talkback output,
whilst disconnecting it from the main outputs,
allowing the operator to talk to a colleague. The
button illuminates green when the TALK function
is active.
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Headphone Level Controls
There are four volume control knobs, one for each of the audio sources
MIC, TALKBACK, CUE and PGM, that determine the level of each audio
source that is mixed into the front and rear panel headphone outputs.
Fig 10-3: MIC Button
Fig 10-4: LED Meter
As well as being able to alter the volume of the sources presented to the
headphones, using DIPswitches on the underside, the RB-MTV1 can be
configured to alter which of the inputs is presented to the headphone
outputs, to enable customization of the unit for your monitoring
application.
Fig 10-7: Headphone Level Controls
Headphone Output
The front panel headphone output is a 1/4” (6.35mm) jack socket and is a
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Fig 10-5: Limit LED
Fig 10-6: TALK Button
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Rear Panel Connections & Operation
Output
2 With
Mic/Line
Switch
Output
1 With
Mic/Line
Switch
Headphone Output
CUE Input
With
+10dB Pad
TALKBACK
Input
TALKBACK
(Lazy Output)
PGM Input
With +10dB Pad
Limiter
On/Off
MIC Input
Limit
Level
Remotes Fuse
MIC Settings DIP
Input Switches
Gain
Fig 10-8: RB-MTV1 Rear Panel Connections
Headphone Output
The rear panel headphone output is a 1/4” (6.35mm) jack socket and is a
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Output 2 With Mic/Line Switch
The XLR 3 pin plug used for the mono mic/line output is electronically
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Pin 1: Screen.
Pin 2: Phase.
Pin 3: Non-phase.
Depressing the MIC/LINE button converts the output to a mic level and
impedance for insertion into a mic channel. The default state for this output
is LINE.
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Output 1 With Mic/Line Switch
The XLR 3 pin plug used for the mono mic/line output is electronically
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Pin 1: Screen.
Pin 2: Phase.
Pin 3: Non-phase.
Depressing the MIC/LINE button converts the output to a mic level and
impedance for insertion into a mic channel. The default state for this output
is LINE.
TALKBACK (LAZY) Output
The XLR 3 pin plug used for the mono lazy talkback output is electronically
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following connections:
Pin 1: Screen.
Pin 2: Phase.
Pin 3: Non-phase.
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This output is activated by pressing the “TALK” button on the front panel
and is intended to be used as a talkback intercom between two units.
TALKBACK Input
The mono talkback line level input is electronicallly balanced and is routed
directly to the TALKBACK headphone level control on the front panel,
to adjust the mix into the headphones.The XLR socket has the following
connections:
Pin 1: Screen.
Pin 2: Phase.
Pin 3: Non-phase.
PGM Inputs (Left and Right) With 10dB Pad
The left and right PGM inputs are electronically balanced line level inputs
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equipment at domestic audio levels. The XLR sockets have the following
connections:
Pin 1: Screen.
Pin 2: Phase.
Pin 3: Non-phase.
The PGM audio is routed directly to the PGM headphone level control on
the front panel, to adjust the mix into the headphones.
CUE Inputs (Left and Right) With 10dB Pad
The left and right CUE inputs are electronically balanced line level inputs
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with semi-pro equipment at lower audio levels. The XLR sockets have the
following connections:
Pin 1: Screen.
Pin 2: Phase.
Pin 3: Non-phase.
The CUE audio is routed directly to the CUE headphone level control on the
front panel, to adjust the mix into the headphones. It can also be mono
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mixed to the 2 main outputs using DIPSwitch 8 on the rear panel.
Limiter On/Off Switch
This is a latching push switch to switch the microphone limiter on or off.
The default position for this switch is off.
Limiter Level Control
The limit level control is a multi-turn preset potentiometer to set the
maximum output level when the limiter is enabled. The level can be set
between -8dBu and +26dBu and as standard is set at +8dBu.
Mic Input Gain Control
This is a multi-turn preset potentiometer to adjust the gain of the
microphone input. The gain ranges from +20dB to +80dB when used with
DIPSwitch 1 on the rear panel.
Microphone Input
The microphone input is an electronically balanced mono mic level input
that is routed directly to the MIC headphone level control on the front
panel, to adjust the mix into the headphones. The microphone audio
appears on the two main outputs whenever the electronically latching
MIC button has been pressed and illuminated. The microphone signal is
switchable on to the ‘lazy’ talkback output by pressing the TALK button. The
XLR socket has the following connections:
Pin 1: Screen.
Pin 2: Phase.
Pin 3: Non-phase.
Remote Inputs & Outputs
The 9-way ‘D’ type socket offers the following connections:
Pin 1: Remote Mic switch input (make to common pin 6).
Pin 2: Mic indicator opto-coupled NPN collector output.
Pin 3: Talk switch (make to common pin 8)
Pin 4: Talk indicator opto-coupled NPN collector output.
Pin 5: +5V feed @ 0.2A maximum.
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Pin 6: Mic common 0V.
Pin 7: Mic indicator opto-coupled NPN emitter output.
Pin 8: Talk common 0V.
Pin 9: Talk indicator opto-coupled NPN emitter output.
DIPSwitch Configuration Settings (Rear Panel)
DIPSwitch
Setting No
Function When DIPSwitch is ON
Default
Setting
1
Plus 20dB Mic Gain.
OFF
2
LF Filter Off.
ON
3
Phantom Power On.
OFF
4
Mic Mute in Headphones On Talk.
OFF
5
Enable Permanent Mic On.
OFF
6
Mic Meter Permanent.
OFF
7
Latched Remote Input on Mic Switch.
ON
8
Mono Mix of Cue Input to Mono Outputs.
OFF
Table 10-1: Rear Panel DIPSwitch Configuration Settings
Microphone Options
Options are available to add phantom power at +48V to the microphone
input (DIPSwitch 3 ON), switch a low frequency rumble filter in (DIPSwitch
3 OFF) and to add an additional 20dB of gain to the microphone input: The
microphone gain range is adjustable from +20dB to +80dB and this is done
as +20dB to +60dB via the MIC GAIN rotary potentiometer with DIPSwitch 1
OFF, or +40dB to +80dB via rotary potentiometer with DIPSwitch 1 ON.
Switching Options
TALK button - On pressing the TALK button, set DIPSwitch 4 to ON to mute
the microphone signal to the headphones, for the situation where you are
using talkback and don’t want to hear your own voice in the headphones.
MIC button - The MIC button can be permanently latched, i.e. always on,
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by setting DIPSwitch 5 to ON. In this mode, the microphone can not be
switched off or remotely switched off, but all other operation is normal, for
example, pressing the TALK button mutes the mirophone to the Outputs
1 and 2. This is useful in situations where you need to leave the unit
unattended and want to ensure that the microphone is always on, e.g. for
covert operations, or where the operator may be unfamiliar with the unit’s
operation.
Metering Option
The meter can be made to permanently show the level of the MIC input.
With DIPSwitch 6 set to OFF, the metering is disabled whilst the TALK button
is pressed. With DIPSwitch 6 set to ON, the metering permanently shows
the microphone input level.
Remote Option
The Remote Mic switch input (Pin 1 of the Remotes) can be controlled by a
latching or momentary switch. With DIPSwitch 7 OFF, a momentary switch
will operate it. With DIPSwitch 7 ON, the remote switch needs to be a
latching type.
Output Option
By setting DIPSwitch 8 to ON, the CUE stereo input can be mono mixed to
Outputs 1 and 2.
DIP Switch Settings (On The Underside Of The Unit) For Headphone
Channel Mix Options
The DIPSwitches on the underside of the unit can be used to define which
of the sources (MIC, TALKBACK, PGM and CUE) are sent to which side of
the headphone output (left or right).. There are two sets of switches; the
ones on the left represent the left earpiece of the headphones, the right
switches represent the right earpiece. Setting the DIPSwitch to ON enables
the selected source to the selected earpiece.
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HEADPHONE CHANNEL MIX
RIGHT
LEFT
1
2
2
3
3
4
4
5
5
6
6
MICROPHONE
TALKBACK
CUE LEFT
CUE RIGHT
PGM LEFT
PGM RIGHT
7
7
8
DIP
8
DIP
ON
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
ON
1
ON
MICROPHONE
TALKBACK
CUE LEFT
CUE RIGHT
PGM LEFT
PGM RIGHT
ON
Fig 10-9: Underside of RB-MTV1 Showing Headphone Channel Mix DIPSwitches
DIPSwitch
Setting No
Source/Input
Default
Setting (Left
SW8)
Default Setting
(Right SW9)
1
Microphone
ON
ON
2
Talkback
ON
ON
3
Cue Left
ON
OFF
4
Cue Right
OFF
ON
5
PGM Left
ON
OFF
6
PGN Right
OFF
ON
7
-
N/A
N/A
8
-
N/A
N/A
Table 10-2: Underside DIPSwitch Settings For Headphone Channel Mix Options
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Technical Specification For RB-MTV1
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Maximum Input Level:
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-10dBu MIC input
+26dBu TALK, CUE & PGM inputs
Mic Gain Range:
Adjustable +20dB to +80dB:
+20dB to +60dB with Settings DIPSwitch 1 OFF
+40dB to +80dB with Settings DIPSwitch 1 ON
E.I.N.:
130dB
Common Mode Rejection:>60dB typically
Low Frequency Roll-Off: 125Hz @ 6dB/octave
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Phantom Power:
+48V
Limiter Threshold:
Adjustable -8dBu to +26dBu
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Maximum Output Level: +26dBu balanced outputs in LINE mode
-18dBu in MIC mode
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Frequency Response:
20Hz to 20KHz ±0.1dB (ref 1KHz)
Rear Panel Connections
MIC Input:
TALKBACK Input:
CUE Inputs:
PGM Inputs:
Mic/Line Output 1:
Mic/Line Output 2:
TALK (LAZY) Output:
Headphone Outputs:
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1 x XLR 3 pin female (Balanced)
1 x XLR 3 pin female (Balanced)
2 x XLR 3 pin female (Balanced)
2 x XLR 3 pin female (Balanced)
1 x XLR 3 pin male (Balanced)
1 x XLR 3 pin male (Balanced)
1 x XLR 3 pin male (Balanced)
2 x ¼” (6.35mm) A-gauge 3-pole stereo
jack sockets
Remote I/O Port:
Mains Input:
Fuse Rating:
Equipment Type
RB-MTV1:
Physical Specification
Dimensions
Dimensions
(Boxed):
Weight :
Accessories
RB-RK3:
9-way ‘D’-type socket
Filtered IEC, 110V-120V, or 220-240V
switchable, fused, 9W maximum
Anti-surge fuse 100mA 20 x 5mm (230VAC)
Anti-surge fuse 250mA 20 x 5mm (115VAC)
Contribution Voiceover Unit With Talkback
48cm (W) x 10.8cm (D) x 4.3cm (H) (Raw):
19” (W) x 4.3” (D) x 1.7” (H) (1U)
59cm (W) x 20.5cm (D) x 6cm (H)
21” (W) x 8” (D) x 2.4” (H)
Nett: 1.3kg Gross: 1.9kg
Nett: 2.9lbs Gross: 4.2lbs
1U Rear panel rack kit for large Redboxes
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11 RB-IPE IP Extender for GPIO & Analogue Control Signals
Introduction
Fig 11-1: RB-IPE Front Panel
The RB-IPE is a 1U rack-mount unit designed to provide remote control of
GPIO and analogue control voltages over an Ethernet network. Configured
using a built-in web server, two units can control each other across an
Ethernet network, or a single unit can be controlled via Ethernet commands
and the web server interface. The unit can be used in any position where
you need to remotely acquire GPIO signals or remotely control equipment,
for example controlling equipment at unmanned posts, outstations or
transmitter sites.
The unit connectivity is incredibly flexible, allowing a wide range of input
signals for both the digital and analogue ports. This flexibility continues
with many configuration options; each port can be configured to behave
independently and the webserver allows you to monitor and adjust the
status / configuration of all ports on any networked unit.
Each unit has 16 general purpose inputs on 8 RJ45 connectors, consisting of
8 opto-isolated current sink inputs and 8 pull to ground protected inputs.
There are 16 general purpose outputs on 8 RJ45 connectors consisting of 8
isolated relay changeover contacts and 8 opto-isolated contacts. The status
of each GPIO is indicated by LEDs associated with each RJ45 socket.
On another 8 RJ45 connectors are the analogue control voltage inputs and
outputs. Each input has 3 hardware fixed voltage ranges where 3 separate
pins allow for input ranges of 0 – 3.3V, 0 – 5V or 0 – 12V. The 8 analogue
outputs offer the same 3 ranges on a single pin controlled by software.
All output ports can be controlled by the inputs of a remote unit, Ethernet
commands (see page 78) or directly from the webserver.
This allows any tallies and control signals, together with potentiometer
movements to be sent across a network, e.g. for remote alarm points, to
trigger failure alarms at a transmitter site and to control remote equipment.
For example when two units are connected together at different sites
(remote and local), the pair can be configured such that, when a local
general purpose input state changes the unit sends the new status to the
remote unit where a corresponding general purpose output is operated.
Similarly the local analogue control voltage inputs can be monitored and
forwarded to corresponding output ports of the remote unit.
The signal routing and distribution options are numerous.
For the GPIO ports:
• Each local input port can be assigned to control any remote output port.
• A single local input can be used to control multiple remote outputs.
• Local general outputs can be configured to respond to a threshold
voltage on a local analogue input
• Local outputs can be status locked and the logic can be inverted.
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For the analogue control voltage ports:
• Each local input port can be assigned to control any remote output port.
• A single local input can be used to control multiple remote outputs
• A local input port can be used to control any number of local general
outputs with respect to a preset threshold voltage (e.g. for sending an
instruction to a GPO when a volume knob is turned too high).
• Each local output can be locked off, or pinned to a programmable preset
voltage level.
• Any local input voltage range can be mapped to any remote output
voltage range.
• A local linear input can be converted to a logarithmic output voltage
scale.
The configuration of each unit is stored locally and in the event of a power
cycle the unit will continue to operate as previously configured. You can
also store a start-up state for each GPO and a start-up voltage for each
analogue output allowing more reliable recovery of external connected
equipment from a power-fail condition.
The web server in the RB-IPE can be configured with a static IP address or
by using DHCP.
The RB-IPE is powered from a universal mains input between 85-264V AC at
47-63Hz.
Controls & Indicators
Front Panel Controls and Indicators
The Power LED in the front panel is red to indicate power to the unit.
CONNECTED LED
Solid ON or OFF indicates the Presence or Absence of an active TCP/IP
connection to the unit. This LED will FLASH when the unit is seeking to
establish a connection with another IPE unit.
GPIO LED
Illuminates when there is Ethernet activity relating to the GPIO ports.
8 x GPO
Closing Contacts
Ethernet
Port
Signal
Routing
&
Scaling
16 x GP Inputs
8 x GPO
Changeover
CPU
8 x Ana Inputs
ADC
Fig 11-2: RB-IPE Block Diagram
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DAC
8 x Ana Outputs
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Power LED
Reset Button
CONNECTED
LED
GPIO
LED
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ANALOGUE
LED
Fig 11-3: Front Panel Controls and Indicators
ANALOGUE LED
Illuminates when there is Ethernet activity relating to the Analogue Control
Voltage ports.
Reset Button
After completing a firmware update or in the unlikely event that the RB-IPE
becomes unresponsive, press the reset button to reboot the unit (see Fig
2-1 for location).
The reset button can also be used to perform a factory reset, to bring the
unit back to original defaults, including network settings:
• Notice that when the reset button is pressed, each of the three front
LEDs light up in sequence.
• You need to press the reset button four times in total:
• Press it once to start the sequence.
• The second press should be made whilst the first (Connected) LED is lit
up.
• The third press should be made when the second (GPIO) LED is lit.
• The fourth press should be made when the third (Analogue) LED is lit.
• Upon the fourth reboot the unit will load factory default settings and all
three LEDs will flash to signal that the factory reset has been performed.
Rear Panel
There are no physical controls other than the reset button. The LEDs on the
two banks of GPIO ports show the current state of each port (illuminated
when active) and are numbered accordingly. The green Ethernet LED shows
link status/activity, and the amber LED indicates Speed (On = 100Mbps, Off
= 10 Mbps).
Analogue Control
Voltage Inputs
Isolated
GP Inputs
Active Low
GP Inputs
Analogue Control
Voltage Outputs
Relay GP
Outputs
Opto-Isolated
GP Outputs
Ethernet
Fuse
Power
Fig 11-4: RB-IPE Rear Panel
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Input & Output Port Specifications
Active Low General Purpose Inputs
RB-IPE Inputs
Isolated General Purpose Inputs
Fig 11-6: Active Low General Purpose Inputs
Fig 11-5: Isolated General Purpose Inputs
Inputs 1 – 8 are Opto-Isolated, Active High, Current Sink inputs. These ports
read as active if input voltage exceeds approximately 1V.
Inputs 9 – 16 are Active Low, pull to rail protected inputs. These ports read
as active if the input voltage is below 1VD and are inactive at above 1.7VD,
relative to the Digital ground of the unit.
Note: The maximum input range is -24VD to +24VD.
Note: The maximum input range is 0 to +24VD.
Each RJ45 handles two GPIs and provides access to Digital ground.
Each RJ45 Socket handles two GPIs and provides access to a +5VD fused
power supply as well as the Digital Ground for the unit.
1. GPI_9
2. GPI_10
3. Not Connected
4. Not Connected
5. Not Connected
6. Not Connected
7. Not Connected
8. DGND
Each of the four top sockets follow this pattern from left to right.
1. GPI_1_IN
2. GPI_1_RETURN
3. GPI_2_IN
4. Not Connected
5. +5VD (Fused)
6. GPI_2_RETURN
7. Not Connected
8. DGND
Analogue Control Voltage Inputs
Each of the first four top sockets follow this pattern from left to right.
Note: The TOTAL CURRENT that can be drawn from the +5VD fused supply
is 200mA.
Fig 11-7: Analogue Control Voltage Inputs
Inputs 1 – 8 with 3 off hardware preset, voltage ranges.
Note: The maximum voltage input range is equal to the range for the pins
being used.
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Each RJ45 socket handles two Inputs, with three voltage ranges for each.
1. Analogue Input 1, 0V – 12V Range
2. Analogue Input 1, 0V – 5V Range
3. Analogue Input 1, 0V – 3.3V Range
4. Analogue Input 2, 0V – 12V Range
5. Analogue Input 2, 0V – 5V Range
6. Analogue Input 2, 0V – 3.3V Range
7. Not Connected
8. Analogue Ground
Each of the top four sockets follows this pattern from left to right.
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Each of the first four bottom sockets follow this pattern from left to right.
Note: Outputs 1 – 8 are mechanical relays. As such they have relatively
slow switching times and have a limited lifetime in terms of mechanical
operations. Commanding these ports to switch at high speeds could prove
unreliable and will wear the hardware out
more quickly.
Opto-Isolated General Purpose Outputs
RB-IPE Outputs
Relay General Purpose Outputs
Outputs 1 – 8 are Isolated Relay
Changeover Contacts.
Fig 11-9: Opto-Isolated General Purpose Outputs
Outputs 9 – 16 are Opto-Isolated closing contacts.
Note: The maximum collector/emitter voltage peak is 35V DC @ 7mA.
The maximum collector/emitter current is 80mA @ 2.5V DC.
Fig 11-8: Relay General Purpose Outputs
Note: The nominal switching capacity (resistive load) is1A @ 30V DC (0.5A
@125V AC).
Each RJ45 sockets handles two GPO Relays and provides 3 contacts for each.
1. Output Relay 1, Contact: Common 1
2. Output Relay 2, Contact: Common 2
3. Output Relay 1, Contact: Normally Open 1
4. Output Relay 1, Contact: Normally Closed 1
5. Output Relay 2, Contact: Normally Closed 2
6. Output Relay 2, Contact: Normally Open 2
7. Not Connected
8. Not Connected
Each RJ45 socket handles two GPO Opto-Isolators and provides access to a
fused +5VD supply and the Digital Ground for the unit.
1. GPO_9_COLLECTOR
2. GPO_9_EMITTER
3. GPO_10_COLLECTOR
4. Not Connected
5. +5VD (Fused)
6. GPO_10_EMITTER
7. Not Connected
8. DGND
Each of the second four bottom sockets follow this pattern from left to
right.
Note: In order to achieve the best response time ensure the output is
loaded.
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Analogue Control Voltage Outputs
Fig 11-10: Analogue Control Voltage Inputs
Ethernet Interface Commands and Responses
Most of the commands follow the same structure: a 3 letter command
followed by a colon, followed by one or more parameters delimited with a
comma, and terminated by Carriage Return with optional Line Feed. A Line
Feed character may be sent but it will be ignored by the RB-IPE. Commands
are case sensitive.
Outputs 1 – 8 have 3 off software controlled voltage ranges.
Responses are CR & LF terminated and all commands may be issued by UDP
or TCP/IP to port 31781 on the RB-IPE.
Note: The maximum current per output is 5mA @ 12V / 30mA @ 5V /
25mA @ 3.3V.
Following are the commands and the expected responses. Because there
are quite a few commands, they are grouped into relevant subsections:
Each RJ45 socket handles two outputs, with three voltage ranges for each.
Identification and Network Commands:
Please Note: The unit defaults with DHCP enabled. If no DHCP server is
found, after 45 seconds the unit applies the default static network settings:
1. Analogue Output 1
2. Analogue Output 2
3. Not Connected
4. Not Connected
5. Not Connected
6. Not Connected
7. Not Connected
8. Analogue Ground
Each of the four bottom sockets follow this pattern from left to right.
Ethernet Port
Standard CAT5 cable and configuration, 10Mbps or 100Mbps speed
selectable.
IP Address = 192.168.0.100
Net Mask = 255.255.255.0
Gateway = 192.168.0.1
Otherwise, DHCP can be turned on / off using the NOP: command. The
Static Network settings can be modified using the NET: command.
Communication Sequencing:
For tracking / debugging purposes the IPE will accept a 5 character
identifier in front of any command it receives. This identifier must be in the
form:
NNNN# - where N = any character, and # is the delimiter between the
identifier and the command itself.
An example Command might be:
30CB#GPI:? - which could be the 12491st request for GPI Statuses or a
single request from a source identified as “30CB”.
The IPE will automatically copy this identifier (if in the correct format) to its
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response message. In this way you can monitor the order and number of commands processed, as well as differentiating between responses to commands
from different sources to the same IPE.
Command
Description
Parameters
UID:?
Identify Units on the Network
‘?’ Character
Response
UID:RB-IPE-01,SSSSSS,Example Name,Status
(Device Model, 6 Digit Serial Number, User
Assigned Name, Pairing Status)
NET:ipaddr,
netmask,gw
Set the Static Network
settings for the unit
ipaddr = IP Address e.g.
192.168.0.100
netmask = Network Mask e.g.
255.255.255.0
gw = Gateway
ACK:
NET:x
Return the current network
configuration
x = 0 to return static address
NET:x,ipaddr,netmask,gw
NOP:x{,y}
SER:?
Get or Set the Network
options for DHCP
Get the device Serial Number
x = 1 to return current address
assigned by DHCP
NET:1, 192.168.0.100, 255.255.255.0,
192.168.9.1 (for example)
x = option (0 = DHCP option)
NOP:x,y (return current option settings)
y = 0 or 1 (0 = Disable, 1 =
enable)
or
‘?’ Character
ACK: (acknowledge changes)
SER:SSSSSS
Six digit serial as a decimal string.
MAC:?
VER:?
WID:sssssss
sssss
Get the device Hardware or
MAC address
Get the current firmware
version
Set the User Configured
Name for the unit
‘?’ Character
MAC:nnnnnnnnnnnn
Hardware Address string in Hex format
‘?’ Character
Name should be a string of up
to 12 characters
VER:{BOOT}M.m.b
BOOT is only sent when device is in bootstrap
mode
M = Major version number
m = Minor version number
b = Build number
ACK:
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Port Configuration Commands:
Command
Description
Parameters
Response
GPI:?
Get Status of GPI ports
‘?’ Character
GPI:x
e.g. GPI:010000010010
01001
16 bit number corresponding to 16 GPI ports:
0 = Inactive
1 = Active
GPI:x
Set GPO ports according to
response from paired unit
x = 16 bit number representing the
status of the input ports on the
paired unit
None
GPO:p,x{,y}
Set GPO port state, or set GPO
port Start-Up State
p = GPO port number 1 -16
x = State: 1 Active, 0 Inactive
y = 1 to set Power Up State
ACK:
GPO:x
Get the current GPO Port Status
of the unit
x = ‘?’
GPO:n where n = 16 bit number with each bit
corresponding to the state of each GPO port
MAP:x,x,x,x,x,x,
x,x,x,x,x,x,x,x,x,x
Set the routing from remote GPI
ports to the local GPO ports
x = GPI port number 0 – 15
(corresponding to 1 – 16)
ACK:
Each x value from left to right
corresponds to a GPO port on the
local unit. Insert the number of the
remote input port that you want to
forward to each output.
GLK:x,x,x,x,x,x,
x,x,x,x,x,x,x,x,x,x
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Set Permissions for GPO state
changes
x = number from 0 – 10
0 = Locked to remote GPI via
mapping
1 – 8 = Locked to local Analogue
Input 1 – 8, via Thresholds
9 = locked high
10 = locked low
ACK:
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INV:x
Set inversion state for the GPO
ports
x = 16 bit number where each bit
ACK:
corresponds to GPO ports 1 – 16
x = 1 Output is inverted with respect
to remote GPI
x = 0 Output logic is Non-Inverted
ADC:?
Get the analogue input values as
a series of decimal numbers
‘?’ Character
ADC:x,x,x,x
,x,x,x,x
Set Analogue outputs according
to response from a paired unit
x = a 10 bit ADC read value
corresponding to channels 1 – 8
from left to right
None
DAC:p,x
Set Analogue output level
p = port number 1 – 8
ACK:
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ADC:x,x,x,x,x,x,x,x
x = a 10 bit ADC read value corresponding to
channels 1 to 8 from left to right
x = 10 bit number from 0 – 1023
(full scale)
DAC:x
Get the current Analogue Output x = ‘?’
Port Status of the unit
DAC:n,n,n,n,n,n,n,n where n = 10 bit number
corresponding to the level of each analogue
output port
DAC:p,x,l,r,m
Configure the Analogue Outputs
p = Port Number 1 – 8
x = 16 bit Start up Value 0 – 65535
l = 16 bit Limit Value
r = Voltage Range (0 = 3V3, 1 = 5V,
2 = 12V)
m = conversion (0 = linear, 1 =
logarithmic)
ACK:
MAP:x,x,x,x,
x,x,x,x
Set the routing from remote
Analogue inputs to local Outputs
x = Analogue port number 0 – 7
(corresponding to 1 – 8)
Each x value from left to right
corresponds to a local output port.
Insert the number of the remote
input port that you want to forward
to each output.
ACK:
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ALK:x,x,x,x
,x,x,x,x
Set permissions for Analogue
output state changes
x = 0 port locked to remote
analogue input via mapping
x = 1 port locked to a single preset
level
x = 2 port Locked to zero output
level
ACK:
THR:x,x,x,x
,x,x,x,x
Set Threshold values for each
analogue input
x = analogue input threshold level
between 0 – 1023 corresponding to
ports 1 – 8 from left to right
ACK:
ACT:x,x,x,x
,x,x,x,x
Set the GPO state to be enforced
when each input threshold is
exceeded
x = 0 GPO inactive above threshold,
active below
x = 1 GPO active above threshold,
inactive below
ACK:
LVL:x,x,x,x,x,
x,x,x
Preset the values to which each
analogue output can be locked
x = 16 bit number between 0 –
65535 corresponding to Analogue
voltage full-scale output range.
ACK:
UPD:x,y
or
UPD:x,y,ms,s,m,h
or
UPD:x,y,ms,
s,m,h,z
Set how the unit communicates
the status of the input ports.
(This command accepts 2, 6 or 7
parameters)
x: GP (0) or Analogue (1) Selection
ACK:
y: Update Setting:
Passive(0) On Change(1) Periodic(2)
Update period setting:
ms: 0 – 999 Milliseconds
s: 0 – 59 Seconds
m: 0 – 59 Minutes
h: 0 – 24 Hours
z: Step change required at Analogue
input before a Status Update occurs:
1 - 50
Error Messages:
The following error messages can be returned for illegal commands:
ERR:02-Returned if command unknown
ERR:03-Returned if invalid number of parameters
ERR:04-Returned if any parameter is invalid
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RB-IPE Webserver
The built in webserver on each RB-IPE allows you to control the unit
remotely through a web browser. The webpage interface has multiple tabs
including; Home,Network, Configuration and Update.
To access the webpage simply type the IP address of the unit you wish to
connect with, into the address bar of your internet browser.
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pages to configure different aspects of the unit.
Each page follows the same standard layout as the
home page, with current status / configuration
settings on the left hand side and tooltip
explanations in the red box to the right. The bottom
banner contains contact details for Sonifex Ltd.
Home – Shows the current status of all input/
output ports of the RB-IPE.
Network – For configuration of the static/dynamic
network settings and naming of the unit.
Configuration – Separate pages for the
configuration of General Purpose and Analogue
I/O as well as Communication settings for the unit.
There is also a page for the configuration of the IPE
port and remote (inter-network) link settings.
Discover – Allows the unit to locate and pair with
other RB-IPE units on the local
network.
Update – Performs a firmware update.
Default – This resets all port configurations back to
default settings.
Updating the RB-IPE
Firmware updates may be downloaded by visiting:
http://www.sonifex.com/technical/software/
Fig 11-11: Screen shot of the RB-IPE Webserver home page
The top banner contains useful current information about the unit you are
connected to, such as Version Number and Network Address settings. The
Menu Bar just below this banner allows you to navigate through various
To check if your RB-IPE requires an update,
compare the version number displayed on the
webpage of the unit, with the latest firmware
download for the RB-IPE on the Sonifex website.
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• If your firmware is out of date, download the new file and save it to an
appropriate location.
• Navigate to the update page of the unit you wish to update.
• Click ‘Browse’ then locate the files you have just downloaded and select
the ‘.DWN’ file.
• Once the correct file has been selected, hit ‘Update’.
• Once the update process is complete you will need to restart the RB-IPE
in order to run the new firmware.
Technical Specification For RB-IPE
Rear Panel Connections
Isolated GPI:
4 x RJ45 sockets, with LED status indicator
per input
Active Low GPI:
4 x RJ45 sockets, with LED status indicator per
input
Relay GPO:
4 x RJ45 sockets, with LED status indicator
per output
Isolated GPO:
4 x RJ45 sockets, with LED status indicator per
output
Analogue Control Inputs: 4 x RJ45 sockets
Analogue Control Outputs: 4 x RJ45 sockets
Ethernet Port:
RJ45 with status LEDs
Mains Input:
Filtered IEC, continuously rated 85-264VAC
@ 47-63Hz, 10W max
Fuse Rating:
Anti-surge fuse 1A 20 x 5mm
Input & Output Detail
General Purpose Inputs:
8 x isolated current sink inputs from Inputs: 3.3V to +24V (Max input
range: 0V to +24V)
8 x pull to ground protected inputs (Max input range -24V to +24V)
General Purpose Outputs:
8 x isolated relay change-over contacts: Nominal switching capacity
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(resistive load): 1A @ 30V DC (0.5A @ 125V AC)
8 x opto-isolated contacts: Maximum collector/emitter voltage peak:
35V DC @ 7mA
Maximum collector/emitter current: 80mA @ 2.5V DC
(Note: There is a 200 mA fused +5V power supply available on GPI ports
1 – 8 and GPO ports 9 – 16.)
Analogue Control Inputs: 8 x 0V-3.3V, 5V or 12V input signals
Analogue Control
8 x output signals, nominally 0V-3.3V, 5V
Outputs:
or 12V
Front Panel Indicators
Power On:
CONNECTED:
GPIO:
ANALOGUE:
Red LED
Green link status LED
Green GPIO change status LED
Green analogue control I/O change status LED
Equipment Type
RB-IPE:
IP extender for GPIO & analogue control signals
Physical Specification
Dimensions (Raw):
(Boxed):
Weight:
Accessories
RB-RK3
48cm (W) x 10.8cm (D) x 4.2cm (H) (1U)
19” (W) x 4.3” (D) x 1.7” (H) (1U) Dimensions
58.5cm (W) x 22.5cm (D) x 7cm (H)
23” (W) x 8.9” (D) x 2.75” (H)
Nett: 1.6kg Gross: 2.2kg
Nett: 3.5lbs Gross: 4.8lbs
1U Rear panel rack kit for large Redboxes
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12 RB-TGHD(B&X) Multi-Channel High Definition Tone Generator
Introduction
SYNC
LED
DIPSwitch Settings
CHANNELS
Button
SEQ
MODE
Button
SEQ
Button
SEQ
LOOP
Button
Channel Active LEDs
Fig 12-1: RB-TGHDX Front Panel
The RB-TGHD is a 1U rack-mount, 8 channel audio tone generator that
provides line identification for multi-channel audio systems, including
5.1 and 7.1 surround sound typically used in high definition television
broadcasts. By using a range of widely accepted industry standard tone
sequences, channel identification and associated levels can be determined
easily. Correct channel configuration in fold-down mixes can also be
highlighted when a broadcaster needs to mix several audio channels into a
stereo feed.
The RB-TGHD caters for 2, 4, 6 and 8 channel configurations and all of
the available audio tone sequences for each channel configuration can
be cycled through automatically, or selected manually, and a loop mode
allows patterns of tones to be repeated. A bank of 4 pushbuttons on
the front panel sets these options and the associated LEDs indicate the
current setting. A set of 8 LEDs on the front panel indicate which channel is
currently outputting audio.
The audio line-up level can be adjusted from 0dBu to +24dBu in 1dBu steps
and the digital sample rate can be set from 32 kHz to 192 kHz in both 16
bit and 24 bit formats. As standard, the RB-TGHD has TTL wordclock input
synchronisation. This can optionally be upgraded to a digital audio input or
an analogue or digital video input.
The RB-TGHD is available in two variations. Both models provide 8 channels
of audio in both analogue and digital formats. The balanced analogue
outputs are via 3 pin XLR connectors. The RB-TGHDX has balanced AES/EBU
digital outputs via 3 pin XLR connectors. The RB-TGHDB has unbalanced
digital outputs via BNC connectors. When using the internally generated
master clock, Channel Status information is generated and encoded on
the digital output channels with the appropriate bits for sample rate and
sample width set accordingly.
The serial port allows the RB-TGHD to be connected to a PC running SCi the Sonifex Software Control Interface. This allows full control of the unit
and the ability to generate a user defined audio tone sequence of up to
60 seconds in duration. In addition, a remote port on the rear provides a
simple interface to control the unit and several outputs to indicate which
tone sequence is active.
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Front Panel Controls
& Indicators
Sequence Mode Button & LEDs
This button selects either auto or manual
sequence mode. Auto mode cycles through
all sequences that are enabled by the
current channel setting (see Table 1-1).
Manual mode allows individual sequences
that are enabled by the current channel
setting to be selected. The sequence mode
button illuminates red when it is pressed.
The default setting is auto mode.
All of the RB-TGHD’s user controls and
configuration settings are located on the
front panel. Each push button has a range
of LEDs associated with it that illuminate to
show the current selection.
The LED on the left of the front panel is
normally red to indicate that power is
present on the unit.
Channel Active LEDs
These 8 LEDs provide a visual indication of
which channels are currently outputting
audio tones.
Channels Button & LEDs
This button selects the number of channels
that output audio, from 2, 4, 6 or 8. If a
sequence is active when this setting is
changed, and the sequence is valid for
the new channel setting, the sequence
will automatically restart. Otherwise, the
sequence will stop. The channel button
illuminates red when it is pressed. The
default setting is 8 channels.
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Fig 12-2: Channel
Active LEDs
Fig 12-3: Channels
Button & LEDs
Sequence Button & LEDs
This button selects the current sequence
when the sequence mode is set to manual.
In auto sequence mode, all the available
sequences are cycled through and this
button is disabled with the LEDs indicating
which sequence is currently active. Table
1-1 shows which sequences are available
for each channel setting. The sequence
button illuminates red when it is pressed.
The default setting is a combination of BLITS
Channel Identification on channels 1-6 and
EBU R49 Stereo Line-up on channels 7-8.
The user sequence can only be selected if
a valid sequence has been entered using
the SCi software. Once entered, the user
sequence is stored in internal non-volatile
memory and will not be lost when power to
the unit is removed.
Fig 12-4: Sequence
Mode Button
& LEDs
Fig 12-5: Sequence
Button & LEDs
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2
4
6
8
Channels Channels Channels Channels
EBU R49 Stereo Line-up
9
9
9
9*
GLITS Stereo Line-up
9
9
9
9*
BLITS Stereo Line-up
9
9
9
9*
EBU R49 Channel Identification
8
8
9
9
BLITS Channel Identification
8
9
9
9
Phase
9
9
9
9
User
9
9
9
9
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The sequence loop button illuminates red when it is pressed, and it flashes
green when a sequence is active. The default setting is sequence loop
enabled.
DIPSwitch Settings
There are a total of 16 DIPSwitches arranged in 2 banks of 8, located behind
a removable panel next to the channel active LEDs.
* Stereo Line-up sequence also available on channels 7-8 in combination with BLITS
Fig 12-7: DIPSwitch Settings
Channel Identification
Table 12-1: Valid Sequences For Channel Configurations
Sequence Loop Button & LEDs
This button enables the sequence loop mode which
will continuously loop the selected sequence in manual
sequence mode, or cycle through each available sequence
in auto sequence mode. Sequence loop mode is enabled
or disabled by pressing and holding the button for 1
second. This button has a second function; a momentary
Fig 12-6: Sequence
press resets the current active sequence. The effect of
Loop Button
this depends on the current sequence mode and
& LEDs
sequence loop settings as shown below in Table 1-2.
Sequence Mode:
Auto
Sequence Loop:
Enabled
Restarts current
active sequence
Sequence Loop:
Disabled
Restarts the first
available sequence
Table 12-2: Sequence Restart Button Action
Sequence Mode:
Manual
Restart current
selected sequence
Sample Rate – Bank 1 DIPSwitches 1-3
These switches set the sample rate for the digital outputs when the sync
mode is set to internally generated master clock, as follows:
Digital Sample
Rate
Bank1 DIP
Sw 1
Bank 1 DIP
Sw 2
Bank 1 DIP
Sw 3
32kHz
Off
Off
Off
44.1kHz
On
Off
Off
48kHz
Off
On
Off
88.2kHz
On
On
Off
96kHz
Off
Off
On
176.4kHz
On
Off
On
196kHz
Off
On
On
Not used
On
On
On
Table 12-3: Digital Sample Rate Settings
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Sync Mode – Bank 1 DIPSwitches 4-5
These switches configure the RB-TGHD to synchronize the digital audio
outputs to either an internally generated master clock, or an external
source via an add-on external sync board. THe wordclock sync boards is
fitted as standard. A range of other sync boards are available allowing
synchronization to external analogue and digital video signals, as well as
digital audio clocks. Once installed, the RB-TGHD will automatically detect
the type of external sync board fitted. The DIP switch settings are as
follows:
Bank 1 DIP
Sw 4
Bank 1 DIP
Sw 5
Internally generated master clock
Off
Off
External synchronization (when
using sync board)
On
Off
Not used
Off
On
Not used
On
On
Synchronization Mode
Table 12-4: Synchronization Mode Settings
When using an external sync board, the sync LED will illuminate green
when the RB-TGHD has successfully locked. When not locked, this LED will
illuminate red.
Sample Width – Bank 1 DIPSwitch 6
This switch configures the sample width for the digital outputs as follows:
Digital Sample Width
Bank 1 DIP Sw 6
16 bit
Off
24 bit
On
Table 12-5: Digital Sample Width Settings
Audio Line-Up – Bank 2 DIPSwitches 1-5
These switches set the audio line-up level for full scale digits. This setting
allows 0dBFS to be set from 0dBu to +24dBu as shown in the following
table:
Audio Line-up
0dBFS = 0dBu
0dBFS = +1dBu
0dBFS = +2dBu
0dBFS = +3dBu
0dBFS = +4dBu
0dBFS = +5dBu
0dBFS = +6dBu
0dBFS = +7dBu
0dBFS = +8dBu
0dBFS = +9dBu
0dBFS = +10dBu
0dBFS = +11dBu
0dBFS = +12dBu
0dBFS = +13dBu
0dBFS = +14dBu
0dBFS = +15dBu
0dBFS = +16dBu
0dBFS = +17dBu
0dBFS = +18dBu
0dBFS = +19dBu
0dBFS = +20dBu
0dBFS = +21dBu
0dBFS = +22dBu
0dBFS = +23dBu
0dBFS = +24dBu
DIP Sw 1
Off
On
Off
On
Off
On
Off
On
Off
On
Off
On
Off
On
Off
On
Off
On
Off
On
Off
On
Off
On
Off
Table 12-6: Audio Line-Up Settings
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DIP Sw 2
Off
Off
On
On
Off
Off
On
On
Off
Off
On
On
Off
Off
On
On
Off
Off
On
On
Off
Off
On
On
Off
DIP Sw 3
Off
Off
Off
Off
On
On
On
On
Off
Off
Off
Off
On
On
On
On
Off
Off
Off
Off
On
On
On
On
Off
DIP Sw 4
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
On
On
On
On
On
On
On
On
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
On
DIP Sw 5
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
On
On
On
On
On
On
On
On
On
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Force Bootloader Mode – Bank 2 DIP Switch 8
This mode should only be used if the unit fails to respond after a firmware
upgrade attempt. With this DIP switch On, and all others in Bank 2 set to
Off, the RB-TGHD will force the Bootloader to run and allow initiation of
an update under any circumstances. Once an update has completed, this
switch should be returned to the Off position.
Reset Button
In the unlikely event that the RB-TGHD unit fails to respond, press the
recessed reset button via the small hole in the front panel.
Sequence Details
There are 6 pre-defined sequences on the RB-TGHD. Each channel that is
used in a sequence is assigned a tone frequency and an audio level. These
values remain constant while the sequence is active. When a channel
is un-muted, the corresponding LED on the front panel is illuminated.
All channels are muted at the start of a sequence. An additional ‘user’
sequence can be programmed into the unit via the SCi software.
EBU R49 Stereo Line-Up Sequence
Number of channels: 2
Channel 1 configuration: 1kHz at 0dBu
Channel 2 configuration: 1kHz at 0dBu
Total duration: 6.5 seconds
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Offset from start of sequence in ms
Action
0
Un-mute channels 1 & 2
3000
Mute channel 1
3250
Un-mute channel 1
6250
Mute channel 1
6500
Mute all channels – End
of sequence
GLITS Stereo Line-Up Sequence
Number of channels: 2
Channel 1 configuration: 1kHz at 0dBu
Channel 2 configuration: 1kHz at 0dBu
Total duration: 4.0 seconds
Offset from start of sequence in ms
Action
0
Un-mute channel 2
375
Un-mute channel 1
750
Mute channel 2
1125
Un-mute channel 2
1500
Mute channel 2
1875
Un-mute channel 2
4000
Mute all channels – End
of sequence
BLITS Stereo Line-Up Sequence
Number of channels: 2
Channel 1 configuration: 1kHz at 0dBu
Channel 2 configuration: 1kHz at 0dBu
Total duration: 5.3 seconds
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Offset from start of sequence in ms
Action
Offset from start of sequence in ms
Action – 6 Channels
0
Un-mute channels 1 & 2
0
Un-mute all channels
1000
Mute channel 1
3000
Mute channels 1-3 & 5-6
1300
Un-mute channel 1
3500
Un-mute channel 1
1600
Mute channel 1
4000
Mute channel 1
1900
Un-mute channel 1
4500
Un-mute channel 2
2200
Mute channel 1
5000
Mute channel 2
2500
Un-mute channel 1
5500
Un-mute channel 3
2800
Mute channel 1
6000
Mute channel 3
3100
Un-mute channel 1
6500
Un-mute channel 5
5300
Mute all channels – End
of sequence
7000
Mute channel 5
7500
Un-mute channel 6
EBU R49 Channel Identification Sequence
Number of channels: 6 or 8
Channel 1 configuration: 1 kHz at 0dBu
Channel 2 configuration: 1 kHz at 0dBu
Channel 3 configuration: 1 kHz at 0dBu
Channel 4 configuration: 80Hz at +10dBu (limited to 0dBFS if 0dBFS is less
than +10dBu)
Channel 5 configuration: 1 kHz at 0dBu
Channel 6 configuration: 1 kHz at 0dBu
Channel 7 configuration: 1 kHz at 0dBu (omitted for 6 channel
configuration)
Channel 8 configuration: 1 kHz at 0dBu (omitted for 6 channel
configuration)
Total duration: 12.0 seconds (6 channels), 14.0 seconds (8 channels)
8000
Mute channel 6
9000
Un-mute channels 1-3
& 5-6
12000
Mute all channels – End
of sequence
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BLITS Channel Identification Sequence
Number of channels: 4, 6 or 8
Channel 1 configuration: 880Hz at 0dBu
Channel 2 configuration: 880Hz at 0dBu
Channel 3 configuration: 1318.5Hz at 0dBu
Channel 4 configuration: 82.4Hz at 0dBu
Channel 5 configuration: 659.2Hz at 0dBu (omitted for 4 channel
configuration)
Channel 6 configuration: 659.2Hz at 0dBu (omitted for 4 channel
configuration)
Channel 7 configuration: 329.6Hz at 0dBu (omitted for 4 & 6 channel
configurations)
Channel 8 configuration: 329.6Hz at 0dBu (omitted for 4 & 6 channel
configurations)
Total duration: 3.15 seconds (4 channels), 4.75 seconds (6 channels), 6.35
seconds (8 channels)
Offset from start of sequence in ms
Action – 8 Channels
0
Un-mute all channels
3000
Mute channels 1-3 & 5-8
3500
Un-mute channel 1
4000
Mute channel 1
4500
Un-mute channel 2
5000
Mute channel 2
5500
Un-mute channel 3
6000
Mute channel 3
6500
Un-mute channel 5
7000
Mute channel 5
7500
Un-mute channel 6
8000
Mute channel 6
8500
Un-mute channel 7
Offset from start of sequence in ms
Action – 4 Channels
9000
Mute channel 7
0
Un-mute channel 1
9500
Un-mute channel 8
750
Mute channel 1
10000
Mute channel 8
800
Un-mute channel 2
11000
Un-mute channels 1-3
& 5-8
1550
Mute channel 2
1600
Un-mute channel 3
14000
Mute all channels – End
of sequence
2350
Mute channel 3
2400
Un-mute channel 4
3150
Mute all channels – End of
sequence
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Offset from start of sequence in ms
Action – 6 Channels
3950
Mute channel 5
0
Un-mute channel 1
4000
Un-mute channel 6
750
Mute channel 1
4750
Mute channel 6
800
Un-mute channel 2
4800
Un-mute channel 7
1550
Mute channel 2
5550
Mute channel 7
1600
Un-mute channel 3
5600
Un-mute channel 8
2350
Mute channel 3
2400
Un-mute channel 4
6350
Mute all channels – End of
sequence
3150
Mute channel 4
3200
Un-mute channel 5
3950
Mute channel 5
4000
Un-mute channel 6
4750
Mute all channels – End of
sequence
Offset from start of sequence in ms
Action – 8 Channels
0
Un-mute channel 1
750
Mute channel 1
800
Un-mute channel 2
1550
Mute channel 2
1600
Un-mute channel 3
2350
Mute channel 3
2400
Un-mute channel 4
3150
Mute channel 4
3200
Un-mute channel 5
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Phase Sequence
Number of channels: 2, 4, 6 or 8
Channel configuration for all channels: 2kHz at -6dBu
Total duration: 3.3 seconds
Offset from start of sequence in ms
Action – All Channels
Configurations
0
Un-mute all active channels
3300
Mute all channels – End of
sequence
User Sequence
Number of channels: 2, 4, 6 or 8
Channel configuration for all channels: 20Hz to 16kHz at -48dBu to +24dBu
Total duration: 60 seconds maximum
Sequence can be programmed via the SCi software.
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Rear Panel Connections & Operation
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Remotes
Analogue Audio
Outputs
AES/EBU Digital
Digital
XLR Outputs
Sync Input
Analogue Audio
Outputs
AES/EBU Digital
Digital
BNC Outputs
Sync Input
RS232
Fuse
Fig 12-8: RB-TGHDX Rear Panel
Remotes
RS232
Fuse
Fig 12-9: RB-TGHDB Rear Panel
Mains Power
Power is applied via a standard three-pin IEC male socket. Mains voltages
between 85V and 264V AC and frequencies between 47 and 63Hz are
accepted without adjustment. A 1A, 5 x 20mm SB fuse is used. The Earth
pin MUST be connected to ensure safety.
Analogue Audio Outputs
The XLR 3 pin analogue audio output plug connectors are electronically
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following connections:
Pin 1: Screen
Pin 2: Phase
Pin 3: Non-phase
Digital Audio Outputs – RB-TGHDX Model
The XLR 3 pin digital audio output plug connectors have an impedance of
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Pin 1: Screen
Pin 2: Phase
Pin 3: Non-phase
The signals on this connector will comply with the IEC 60968 specification.
Digital Audio Outputs – RB-TGHDB Model
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RS232
The 9-way ‘D’ type socket connector carries a standard RS232 interface and
allows direct connection to a serial port on a PC via a pin-to-pin cable. The
pin assignments are as follows:
Pin 2: Transmit data
Pin 3: Receive data
Pin 5: Ground
All other pins are unused.
Remote Port
The 25-way ‘D’ type socket connector provides 17 active low inputs and 7
open collector driven outputs. The remote inputs are activated by shorting
the relevant pin to Digital Ground (0V) on pin 1 and the functionality is
shown in Table 1-7 below:
Pin No.
Function
1
Digital Ground (0V)
2
Select 2 Channels
3
Select 4 Channels
4
Select 6 Channels
5
Select 8 Channels
6
Select Auto Sequence Mode
7
Select Manual Sequence Mode
8
Select Sequence Loop On
9
Select Sequence Loop Off / Restart Current Sequence
10
Select EBU R49 Stereo Line-up Sequence
11
Select GLITS Stereo Line-up Sequence
12
Select BLITS Stereo Line-up Sequence
13
Select EBU R49 Channel ID Sequence
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14
Select BLITS Channel ID Sequence
15
Select Phase Sequence
16
Select User Sequence
17
Mute Channels 1 & 2 whilst remote input active
18
Mute All Channels whilst remote input active
Table 12-7: Remote Inputs
The remote outputs show which sequence is currently active as show in
table 8 below:
Pin No.
Function
19
Activated when EBU R49 Stereo Line-up sequence is active
20
Activated when GLITS Stereo Line-up sequence is active
21
Activated when BLITS Stereo Line-up sequence is active
22
Activated when EBU R49 Channel ID sequence is active
23
Activated when BLITS Channel ID sequence is active
24
Activated when Phase sequence is active
25
Activated when User sequence is active
Table 12-8: Remote Outputs
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Serial Interface Commands & Responses Protocol
SCH:n
Sonifex SCi remote control software handles all communication with the
RB-TGHD via a convenient graphical user interface. However, this protocol
is provided for those users who wish to develop their own remote control
applications.
SER:
For more information on how to install and operate the SCi software, please
see page 97.
SRQ:
Serial Data Format
Most of the commands follow the same structure: a 3 letter command
followed by a colon, followed by a parameter (if any) and terminated by
Carriage Return with optional Line Feed. A Line Feed character may be sent
but it will be ignored by the RB-TGHD. Commands are not case sensitive.
Responses will be CR & LF terminated.
After the Tone Generator has been powered-up, an initialisation string is
sent “Sonifex
RB-TGHD” followed by the version number of the currently installed
firmware.
Following are the commands and the expected responses:
Command
Bnn:
BSV:
DWN:
Description
Response
**Set Baud Rate where:
ACK: (at old rate)
nn = 11 (115200 baud)
nn = 57 (57600 baud)
nn = 38 (38400 baud)
nn = 19 (19200 baud)
nn = 96 (9600 baud)
**Bootloader version request where:
BOOT:Vn.n
n.n = bootloader version
**Download firmware
ACK:
New firmware installed when correct
(ACK: indicates
end of firmware file is received
download can start)
SRS:
SSL:n
SSM:n
SSQ:n
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Set number of channels where:
ACK: or ERR:
n = 0 (2 channels)
n = 1 (4 channels)
n = 2 (6 channels)
n = 3 (8 channels)
**Serial number request where:
SER:z
z = serial number (6 digits)
**Status request where: STA:p_q_r_s_t_u_v_w_x_y_z
p = channel setting
(bootloader returns STA: only)
q = sequence mode setting
r = sequence setting
s = sequence loop setting
t = sample rate setting
u = sample width setting
v = audio line-up setting
w = sync mode setting
x = sync board fitted
y = channels currently active
z = sync status
Sequence restart
ACK:
Set sequence loop where:
ACK: or ERR:
n = 0 (sequence loop off)
n = 1 (sequence loop on)
Set sequence mode where:
ACK: or ERR:
n = 0 (auto sequence mode)
n = 1 (manual sequence mode)
Set sequence where:
ACK: or ERR:
n = 0 (EBU R49 stereo line-up)
n = 1 (GLITS stereo line-up)
n = 2 (BLITS stereo line-up)
n = 3 (EBU R49 channel identification)
n = 4 (BLITS channel identification)
n = 5 (phase)
n = 6 (user)
n = 7 (BLITS channel identification + EBU stereo line-up)
n = 8 (BLITS channel identification + GLITS stereo line-up)
n = 9 (BLITS channel identification + BLITS stereo line-up)
n = A (load next valid sequence)
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UID:
VER:
USQ:0
USQ:1
USQ:2
USQ:3
USQ:4,d
USQ:5,c,f
**Unit id request
UID:RB-TGHD
**Version number request where:
VER:Vn.nnn
n.nnn = firmware version(bootloader returns BOOT:Vn.n)
n.n = bootloader version
User sequence control - loads current
ACK:
user sequence into RAM ready for editing
User sequence control - reads user
USD:d
sequence from RAM where:
followed by
d = total duration in ms
USC:c,f,a,n
c = channel (0-7)
for each channel, and
f = frequency in hz
USS:c,s,o,t
a = amplitude in dBFS
for each step on each channel
n = number of steps definedACK: indicates read complete
s = step
o = offset in ms
t = action type (0=mute, 1=unmute)
User sequence control - saves user
ACK:
sequence after editing
User sequence control - deletes user
ACK: or ERR:
sequence from memory
User sequence control - sets the total
ACK: or ERR:
sequence duration where:
d = duration in milliseconds (max 60000)
User sequence control - sets the tone
ACK: or ERR:
frequency on a channel where:
c = channel (0-7)
f = frequency in hertz (min 20, max 16000)
USQ:6,c,a
User sequence control - sets the tone
amplitude on a channel where:
c = channel (0-7)
a = amplitude in dBFS
(min: 0=-48dBFS, max: 48=0dBFS)
ACK: or ERR:
USQ:7,c,o
User sequence control - adds an
unmute step on a channel where:
c = channel (0-7)
ACK: or ERR:
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USQ:8,c,o
USQ:9,c,s
USQ:A,c
USQ:B,c,d
o = offset in milliseconds
(min 0, max 59950)
User sequence control - adds a mute
ACK: or ERR:
step on a channel where:
c = channel (0-7)
o = offset in milliseconds (min 0, max 59950)
User sequence control - deletes a
ACK: or ERR:
step on a channel where:
c = channel (0-7)
s = step
User sequence control - clears all
ACK: or ERR:
settings on a channel where:
c = channel (0-7)
User sequence control - copies all
ACK: or ERR:
settings from one channel to
another where:
c = channel (0-7)
d = destination channel (0-7)
** = these commands also supported in Bootloader
mode.
Error Messages
General error messages:
ERR:01 = Returned if command not found
ERR:02 = Returned if invalid command or missing/
invalid parameter
ERR:04 = Returned if parameter out of range
User sequence programming error messages:
ERR:10 = Returned if duration is out of range
ERR:11 = Returned if frequency is out of range
ERR:12 = Returned if amplitude is out of range
ERR:13 = Returned if max number of steps are already
defined
ERR:14 = Returned if offset is out of range
ERR:15 = Returned if step is out of range
ERR:16 = Returned if channel is invalid
ERR:17 = Returned if command not allowed due to user
sequence being active
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RB-TGHD SCi Remote
Control Software
Sonifex SCi software is free of charge
software available to control the RB-TGHD
Tone Generators, as well as other Sonifex
products, using RS232 connections.
Download the Latest SCi Software
This is located on the Sonifex website in
the Software Downloads section: http://
www.sonifex.co.uk/technical/software/
index.shtml
Download and install the software.
Fig 12-11: SCi Device Discovery Panel
Connecting the RS232 Serial Port
Simply connect your RB-TGHD to your
computer using a serial cable and you are
ready for operation.
Using SCI for the First Time
Once you have connected the serial cable,
double click the SCi icon. You will be
presented with the SCi Launcher:
Click on the large ‘Plus’ button and the
software will try and communicate with
the relevant serial ports to ‘discover’ your
connected devices.
Fig 12-10: SCi Launcher
Your attached RB-TGHD Tone Generator(s)
will be shown in the list. If they are not
listed, check the cable(s) between the RBTGHD and your PC. Close the device dialog
by clicking on the cross in the top right
corner. The Tone Generator now appears
in the SCi Launcher.
Loaded Launcher
Double-click on this to gain access to the
Tone Generator controls.
SCi for RB-TGHD Tone Generators
The graphical interface allows you to
control the RB-TGHD Tone Generator
remotely. The controls replicate those on
the front panel of the RB-TGHD - channel,
sequence mode, sequence and sequence
loop settings, as well the sequence restart
Fig 12-12: SCi Launcher Loaded
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control can all be accessed from this main panel. The channel active LEDs
across the top of the screen show the state of each channel. This screen
also shows additional information on the current DIPSwitch settings and
details of the type of external sync board that is fitted, if any. Please note
that SCi is continuously updated so the images may appear differently to
those shown.
User Sequence Programming
This screen allows the user sequence to be easily edited. The sequence
consists of up to 8 independently configured channels with a maximum
of 50 steps on each channel. The bottom of the screen shows a graphical
representation of the current sequence with the coloured regions showing
when the channel will be un-muted.
Fig 12-13: SCi Main Control Screen
Fig 12-14: SCi User Sequence Screen
To change a setting or start the currently selected sequence, simply press
the associated button.
The Sequence Load button reads the current user sequence that is currently
stored in the RB-TGHD memory and displays the details, overwriting any
user sequence that is currently being edited. When the user sequence
screen is selected, the current user sequence is automatically loaded.
The Sequence Save button performs a check on the user sequence data
before writing the details to the RB-TGHD. Once a valid sequence has been
written, it will be available for selection until it is overwritten or deleted.
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The Sequence Delete button clears the user sequence currently stored in
the RB-TGHD.
The Sequence Duration edit sets the total running time for the sequence in
milliseconds. The maximum duration is 60000 ms (60 seconds).
The Channel selector selects a channel to edit. As the channel is changed,
the relevant data will be displayed.
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example, if there are 5 steps and the step selector is set to 3, a new step
will be inserted at position 3 and the current steps at position 3, 4 and 5 will
be moved to 4, 5 and 6 respectively.
The Step Delete button removes the currently selected step.
Firmware Updates
The Misc screen shows the Update Firmware option.
The Channel Frequency edit sets the tone frequency for the selected
channel. The Frequency value must be between 20Hz and 16000Hz.
The Channel Amplitude selector sets the audio amplitude for the selected
channel between 0 dBFS and -48 dBFS.
The Channel Copy button allows the settings on one channel to be
reproduced on a different channel. First select the channel to copy using
the Channel selector, then press the Copy button. Now select a channel to
copy to by clicking on one of the channel names in the lower half of the
screen.
The Channel clear button deletes all the settings for the selected channel.
The Step selector selects a sequence step to edit. Each step is a period
where the channel is un-muted.
The Step Position edit sets the point at which the channel un-mutes for the
selected step. This value is an offset from the start of the sequence and is
measured in milliseconds. The Position value must be between 0 ms and
59950 ms.
The Step Duration edit sets the length of the un-mute period for the
selected step in milliseconds.
The Step Add button adds a new step to the selected channel. A maximum
of 50 steps can be assigned to each channel.
The Step Insert button inserts a new step at the currently selected step. For
Fig 12-15: SCi Misc Screen
Occasionally, it may be necessary to upgrade the firmware on the RB-TGHD
to add new functionality and fix software bugs. New firmware updates will
be made available from time to time on the Sonifex website. Visit www.
sonifex.co.uk for details.
It is vital that neither the serial connection nor mains power to the RBTGHD should be interrupted during the update process. If this should
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happen, or the update is unsuccessful for any other reason, the RB-TGHD
will not operate normally and will instead enter a protected Bootloader
mode. In this mode, the unit has a limited command set and will await a
successful retry of the update process.
Installing the Optional Sync Boards
There are 4 sync boards which can be used to synchronise the outputs of
the RB-TGHD. The RB-SYW is installed in the unit as standard, the others are
options.
Should the firmware update appear to succeed but the unit not behave as
expected, the update may be repeated either via the DWN: command (if
the unit will respond to commands) or, in extreme circumstances, by setting
DIP switch number 8 in Bank 2 to ON. All other DIPSwitches in Bank 2 must
be off. This action will force the Bootloader to run and allow initiation of
an update under any circumstances. After completion of the update, the
switch should be returned to the OFF position.
RB-SYW
The Audio Word Clock sync board will accept a distributed clock running at
the desired sample frequency between 32 kHz and 192 kHz. The signal can
be differential or single ended TTL level.
To upgrade the firmware on the connected RB-TGHD, click on the Update
Firmware button and select the required firmware file. Once the firmware
upgrade has started, all of the LEDs on the front panel of the RB-TGHD will
turn off except for the sync LED which indicates the status of the upgrade
process as shown:
Sync LED State
Status Of Firmware Upgrade
Flashing Amber
Receiving firmware file
Constant Amber
Programming new firmware
Constant Green
New firmware installation successful
Constant Red
New firmware installation failed – try again
Table 12-9: Firmware Upgrade Status LED
The new firmware is transferred, and then the current firmware is erased
before programming the update. Please note: Firmware files can take
several minutes to transfer to the RB-TGHD at lower baud rates. To speed
up the process, select a higher baud rate prior to transferring the new
firmware.
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RB-SYE
The AES/EBU sync board will accept a digital audio input signal with a
sample frequency between 32 kHz and 192 kHz. When using the RB-SYE
sync board, the Channel Status information that is encoded in the input
data signal is copied to all digital output channels on the RB-TGHD.
RB-SYA
The Analogue video sync board will accept a composite signal of NTSC
(525), PAL (625) & SECAM (625) signals covered by SMPTE-170-M (NTSC)
and ITU-R BT.470-6 (PAL & SECAM). The recovered sample rate is 48 kHz.
RB-SYD
The Digital video sync board will accept 270Mbps SD-SDI and HD-SDI signals
covered by SMPTE-259-M-C (SD) and SMPTE-292M (HD). The recovered
sample rate is 48 kHz.
Opening the RB-TGHD
Warning: The power must be switched off at the supply or the power lead
must be disconnected before attempting to open the unit. Removal of the
cover can expose dangerous voltages.
1. Remove the 4 screws in the corners of the rear panel.
2. Remove the 4 screws on the top and bottom panels which hold the rear
panel in place (2 on the top and 2 on the bottom).
3. Remove the screw in the centre of the front panel.
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4. Slide the rear panel and main PCB backwards out of the metal chassis
giving you internal access.
5. Remove the rubber grommet/bung on the rear panel which covers the
hole for the sync connector.
6. Remove the 2 screws from the bottom of the sync card pillars and,
making sure to keep the plastic washers in place at the bottom of the
pillars, fit the 20 way pin header into the 20 way connector on the RBTGHD motherboard.
7. Underneath the board, insert the 2 screws to fix the board in place.
To put the unit back together, slide the PCB back into the chassis and refit
the screws in reverse order.
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Technical Specification RB-TGHD (B & X)
Audio Specification
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Dynamic Range:
> 100dB
Maximum Output Level: +24dBu
Noise:
< -90dB RMS for analogue outputs
Crosstalk:
< -110 dB (20Hz to 20kHz) for analogue outputs
Front Panel Controls
Channels:
Sequence Mode:
Sequence:
2, 4, 6 or 8
Auto or Manual
EBU R49 stereo line-up
GLITS stereo line-up
BLITS stereo line-up
EBU R49 channel ID
BLITS channel ID
Phase
User defined (using SCi)
Sequence Loop Mode: On or Off (enables looping of current sequence)
Digital Sample Frequency:32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz,
176.4kHz or 192kHz (via DIPSwitches)
Digital Sample Width:
16bit or 24bit (via DIPSwitches)
Audio Line-Up:
0dBu to +24dBu in 1dB steps ref FSD
(via DIPSwitches)
Channel Identification: LEDs indicating 1-8 and L, R, C, LFE, LS, RS,
LR and RR
Rear Panel Connections
Analogue Outputs:
8 x XLR 3 pin male (balanced)
Digital Outputs:
4 x XLR 3 pin male (balanced) (RB-TGHDX)
4 x BNC socket (un-balanced) (RB-TGHDB)
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Serial Port:
Remote I/O Port:
Mains Input:
Equipment Type
RB-TGHDB:
RB-TGHDX:
Physical Specification
Dimensions (Raw):
Dimensions (Boxed):
Weight:
Accessories
RB-SYA:
RB-SYD:
RB-SYE:
RB-SYW:
RB-RK3:
D-sub 9-pin female
D-sub 25-pin female
17 inputs, 7 tally outputs
Filtered 3-pin IEC male, continuously rated
85 – 264VAC, 47 – 63Hz, fused 1A, 60W peak,
30W average
Multi-channel HD tone generator with
BNC digital outputs
Multi-channel HD tone generator with
XLR digital outputs
48cm (W) x 15.8cm (D*) x 4.3cm (H) (1U)
19” (W) x 6.2” (D*) x 1.7” (H) (1U)
59cm (W) x 27.4cm (D*) x 10.8cm (H)
23.2” (W) x 10.8” (D*) x 4.3” (H)
Nett: 1.3kg Gross: 1.9kg
Nett: 2.9lbs Gross: 4.2lbs
Analogue video sync board (NTSC, PAL
& SECAM)
Digital video sync board (SD-SDI & HD-SDI)
AES/EBU sync board
Word clock sync board (included as standard)
1U Rear panel rack kit for large Redboxes
* Note that this product is deeper than standard Redboxes
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Notes
www.sonifex.co.uk
t:+44 (0)1933 650 700
f:+44 (0)1933 650 726
[email protected]

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