AEQ Phoenix Mobile User manual

AEQ PHOENIX MOBILE
USER’S MANUAL
ED. 10/11
V. 1.0 - 24/10/2011
Firmware Versions: Micro 4.40 / DSP 5.08 / FPGA 1.47 or higher
PGA-01 POTS Module: Micro 1.05
PGA-03 ISDN Module: Micro 1.01 / TA 6.00

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CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................. 5
1.1. General overview............................................................................................. 5
1.2. Functional specifications.................................................................................. 5
1.3. Available encoding modes............................................................................... 6
1.4. Block diagram.................................................................................................. 8
1.5. Compatibility with other AEQ codecs............................................................... 9
1.6. Compatibility with other manufacturers’ codecs.............................................. 9
2. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION OF THE UNIT..................................................................... 10
2.1. Description of the front panel and connections................................................ 10
2.1.1. Auxiliary I/O (“AUX IN/OUT”).............................................................. 10
2.1.2. Headphones 1 and 2 output (“HP1” and “HP2”).................................. 10
2.1.3. Microphones 1 and 2 input (“MIC1” and “MIC2”)…............................. 11
2.1.4. Mic-Line input (“MIC/LIN”)................................................................... 11
2.2. Description of the rear panel and connections................................................ 12
2.2.1. USB Port............................................................................................. 12
2.2.2. Right additional communication module............................................. 12
2.2.3. Left additional communication module................................................ 13
2.2.4. Ethernet Port....................................................................................... 13
2.2.5. GPIO connections............................................................................... 13
2.2.6. Power Supply...................................................................................... 14
2.2.6.1. General..................................................................................... 14
2.2.6.2. Power supply / Battery charger................................................ 14
2.3. Description of the control surface.................................................................... 16
2.3.1. Multifunction display screen and navigation keys............................... 17
2.3.1.1. Battery charging indicator......................................................... 17
2.3.1.2. On-hook / Off-hook keys.......................................................... 18
2.3.1.3. Navigation keys........................................................................ 18
2.3.1.4. Multifunction display screen..................................................... 18
2.3.2. Alphanumeric keypad.......................................................................... 22
2.3.3. Function and routing keys and communication status LEDs.............. 22
2.3.4. Audio controls..................................................................................... 23
2.4. Ethernet Interface............................................................................................ 25
2.5. PGA Interfaces................................................................................................ 25
2.5.1. PGA-01 communications module: POTS............................................ 25
2.5.2. PGA-03 communications module: ISDN............................................. 26
2.5.3. Other PGA communication modules................................................... 26
2.6. USB Interface.................................................................................................. 27
2.7. Batteries pack.................................................................................................. 28
3. BASIC CONFIGURATION MENU DESCRIPTION......................................................... 29
4. ADVANCED MENU DESCRIPTION............................................................................... 32
4.1. Call Register.................................................................................................... 33
4.2. Contacts........................................................................................................... 34
4.3. Audio settings.................................................................................................. 35
4.3.1. Routing................................................................................................ 35
4.3.1.1. Crosspoint................................................................................ 36
4.3.1.2. Mixer......................................................................................... 38
4.3.2. Input.................................................................................................... 39
4.3.2.1. Mic 1 and Mic 2........................................................................ 39
4.3.2.2. Mic/Line.................................................................................... 40
4.3.2.3. Aux In....................................................................................... 40
4.3.2.4. Rx Program and Rx Coord....................................................... 40
4.3.2.5. Default configuration................................................................ 40
4.3.3. Output................................................................................................. 40
4.3.3.1. HP1 and HP2........................................................................... 41
4.3.3.2. Aux Out.................................................................................... 41
4.3.3.3. Tx Program and Tx Coord........................................................ 41

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4.3.3.4. Default configuration................................................................ 41
4.3.4. Tones.................................................................................................. 41
4.4. Modules Config................................................................................................ 42
4.4.1. Communication Interfaces associated with Channels......................... 43
4.4.2. Optional Communication Interfaces Configuration.............................. 43
4.4.2.1. [R]............................................................................................. 43
4.4.2.1.1. Configuration of the slot for the POTS module................ 43
4.4.2.1.2. Configuration of the slot for the ISDN module.................. 44
4.4.2.2. [L]............................................................................................. 46
4.4.2.3. [U]............................................................................................. 47
4.5. Communications.............................................................................................. 47
4.5.1. Ethernet Interface configuration.......................................................... 48
4.5.2. 3G Interface configuration................................................................... 48
4.5.3. SIP configuration................................................................................. 49
4.5.3.1. Parameters............................................................................... 49
4.5.3.2. Proxy........................................................................................ 51
4.5.3.3. SAP Config............................................................................... 52
4.5.3.4. Call Settings............................................................................. 52
4.6. Link Profiles..................................................................................................... 53
4.6.1. Add a new profile to the list................................................................. 55
4.6.2. Editing a profile on the list................................................................... 56
4.6.3. Eliminating a profile from the list......................................................... 56
4.7. Applications..................................................................................................... 56
4.7.1. SAP..................................................................................................... 57
4.7.2. VU Meters........................................................................................... 57
4.7.3. DLP Design......................................................................................... 57
4.7.4. RTP statistical..................................................................................... 58
4.8. Maintenance.................................................................................................... 59
4.8.1. Reset................................................................................................... 59
4.8.2. Battery Status...................................................................................... 59
4.8.3. FW (Firmware) Version....................................................................... 60
4.8.4. MAC Config......................................................................................... 60
4.8.5. Diagnostics.......................................................................................... 61
4.9. Settings............................................................................................................ 62
4.9.1. Time and Date..................................................................................... 62
4.9.2. Local Config........................................................................................ 63
4.9.3. Ethernet Config................................................................................... 63
4.10. Users............................................................................................................. 63
5. QUICKSTART USER’S GUIDE...................................................................................... 65
5.1. Connecting the equipment............................................................................... 65
5.1.1. Power Supply...................................................................................... 65
5.1.2. Audio................................................................................................... 65
5.1.3. Communications interface................................................................... 66
5.2. Powering up the codec.................................................................................... 66
5.3. Review of the configuration............................................................................. 67
5.4. Establishment of an IP communication (Ethernet interface)............................ 68
5.4.1. Ending an IP communication (Ethernet interface)............................... 69
5.4.2. Reception and acceptance of an IP communication (Ethernet………
interface)…………………………………………………………………… 69
5.5. Establishment of a POTS communication....................................................... 69
5.5.1. Ending a POTS communication.......................................................... 70
5.5.2. Reception and acceptance of a POTS communication....................... 70
5.6. Establishment of an ISDN communication...................................................... 71
5.6.1. Ending an ISDN communication......................................................... 71
5.6.2. Reception and acceptance of an ISDN communication...................... 72
5.7. Establishment of a GSM communication (USB interface)............................... 72
5.7.1. Ending a GSM communication (USB interface).................................. 73
5.7.2. Reception and acceptance of a GSM communication (USB…………
interface)…………………………………………………………………… 73

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5.8. Establishment of an IP-3G communication (USB interface)............................ 74
5.8.1. Ending an IP-3G communication (USB interface)............................... 75
5.8.2. Reception and acceptance of an IP-3G communication (USB……….
interface)…………………………………………………………………… 75
6. FIRMWARE UPGRADING.............................................................................................. 76
7. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................................... 79
8. A.E.Q. WARRANTY........................................................................................................ 81
ANNEXE A: Characteristics of the encoding modes...................................................... 82
ANNEXE B: Detailed block diagrams............................................................................... 84
ANNEXE C: Protocols associated with communication over IP networks.................. 86
C1. Circuit switching vs. packet switching.............................................................. 86
C1.1. Circuit switching………….................................................................... 86
C1.1.1. Benefits..................................................................................... 86
C1.1.2. Disadvantages.......................................................................... 87
C1.2. Packet switching………....................................................................... 87
C1.2.1. Switching Modes....................................................................... 87
C1.2.2. Benefits..................................................................................... 87
C1.2.3. Disadvantages.......................................................................... 88
C2. IP Protocol........................................................................................................ 88
C2.1. IP addresses........................................................................................ 89
C2.2. Unicast vs. Multicast............................................................................ 90
C3. RTP Protocol.................................................................................................... 90
C3.1. PHOENIX MOBILE default configuration............................................ 91
C4. SIP Protocol..................................................................................................... 91
C4.1. Working modes.................................................................................... 92
C4.2. Possible work scenarios...................................................................... 93
C4.3. PHOENIX MOBILE default configuration............................................ 93
C5. STUN Protocol................................................................................................. 93
C5.1. PHOENIX MOBILE default configuration............................................ 95
C6. SAP Protocol.................................................................................................... 95
C6.1. PHOENIX MOBILE default configuration............................................ 97
C7. Summary.......................................................................................................... 97
ANNEXE D: Digital Level Processor (DLP)...................................................................... 98
D1. Add................................................................................................................... 99
D1.1. Upper & Lower regions........................................................................ 100
D1.2. Graphics Config................................................................................... 101
D1.2.1. Points........................................................................................ 101
D1.2.2. Options..................................................................................... 101
D1.2.3. Example of a configuration....................................................... 102
D2. Edit................................................................................................................... 102
D3. Delete............................................................................................................... 102
ANNEXE E: Connect PHOENIX MOBILE into ISDN National-1...................................... 103
E1. Directory Numbers (DN’s)................................................................................ 104
E2. SPID’s (Service Profile Identification Numbers)............................................... 104
E3. Line characteristics for the USA. Line request model...................................... 104
E4. Connecting the PHOENIX MOBILE to the ISDN line....................................... 104
ANNEXE F: 3G and GSM Communications..................................................................... 105
ANNEXE G: Application notes guide............................................................................... 106
G1. Internet connection using standard cable access............................................ 106
G2. Special applications using different kinds of Internet physical accesses, or…
point to point connections................................................................................ 106

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1. INTRODUCTION.
1.1. General overview.
The PHOENIX MOBILE is an IP audio codec for mobile applications. It includes a digital mixer
with four analog inputs, an optional LI-ION battery, a 3.5” multifunction display screen and a
12V DC battery charging power unit.
PHOENIX MOBILE is a portable codec over IP fully compatible with the EBU-TECH 3326
technical specification formulated by the EBU N/ACIP working group, which was developed to
guarantee compatibility between different manufacturers in applications for contributing
professional quality audio over IP networks.
In addition to the Ethernet connection, the device has two extra slots for inserting additional
communication modules (POTS and ISDN type) and an USB port that allows you to connect a
mobile phone in order to establish a GSM or 3G communication. This modular design makes
the PHOENIX MOBILE easy to update in the future with new communication modules
responding to the needs the market may demand at any time.
Besides the program signal and its corresponding return, the PHOENIX MOBILE can
simultaneously provide a channel for redundancy or coordination purposes using the additional
communication modules.
The PHOENIX MOBILE is designed to ensure interoperability with existing and future
communications equipment developed by AEQ and other manufacturers, thanks to the large
number of coding algorithms it implements, and to the possibility of easily update as the market
evolves.
AEQ recommends the complete reading of the present manual before the utilization of
the unit, though in the chapter 5 an user´s quickstart guide is available.
1.2. Functional specifications.
-Full-duplex channel management (Program and Coordination) over as many as four
possible communication interfaces: Ethernet (native), USB and two optional
communication modules.
-Inputs:
•Two microphone inputs (via XLR3-Female) with preamplifier and phantom feed
option.
•A selectable MIC/LIN input (via XLR3-Female) with preamplifier.
•An Auxiliary line input (via XLR5-Female).
-Outputs:
•Two stereo headset outputs (via ¼” Jack).
•An Auxiliary output (via XLR5-Female).
-Complete, integrated router and digital mixer.
-IP communication interface (Ethernet). It’s possible to establish an IP communication
through an external 3G modem connected to this port.
-PHOENIX MOBILE implements SIPv2 according to RFC-3261 and RFC-3264.
-IP or GSM communication interface (by means of a mobile phone connected through
USB port to work like data modem).
-Optional POTS communication interface (PGA-01), equipped with a telephone modem
that offers a connection like a telephone hybrid or like a data communications device for
high quality transmission of audio signals over POTS lines. Includes a frequency
extender option.
-Optional ISDN communication module (PGA-03) for 2 B channels (2 x 64Kbps).
To simplify the operation of the unit over IP, AEQ offers without extra cost for Phoenix
Mobile users the services of a proprietary SIP server. For more information, consult
annexe C4 of the present manual.

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-The AEQ Phoenix Mobile includes a protective plastic cover which allows access to the
audio mixing controls while avoiding erroneous operation due to inattention of the rest
of the critical communication functions.
-Absolute control of all the internal routing of audio signals, allowing from basic mono or
stereo routing configurations to complex configurations for outdoor applications
involving reporters, commentators, producers, technicians, etc.
-This equipment can receive and decode stereo audio, generating a monophonic signal
for internal distribution.
-Includes connections for an universal 12V or 15V DC battery charger and power supply.
-Optional rechargeable and easily extractable LI-ION battery. Also incorporates handle
function for carrying.
1.3. Available encoding modes.
The encoding modes available vary according to the communication interface or module
selected to establish the connection.
We recommend your consulting annexe A to see the detailed description and additional
information on each of the modes.
AVAILABLE ENCODING MODES IN EACH COMMUNICATION INTERFACE
Program Channel
* AEQ LD+ 128 Kbps mono 32 KHz mode is a proprietary mode, exclusive for AEQ Phoenix,
which combines very high quality and low delay.
** AAC-LC and HE-AAC are optional modes. For more information, please consult AEQ Sales
Department or authorized AEQ distributors.
*** In this case the bit rate is not chosen: the used value is the one calculated by DSP
depending on the quality of the established connection (always lower than 32Kbps).
NOTE: For ISDN module, the 128Kbps encoding modes will appear as available only when
the module is configured in 1 x 128Kbps mode. When it’s configured in 2 x 64Kbps mode
only the 64Kbps modes will appear. See section 4.4.2.1.2.
Encoding modes IP (Ethernet and USB-
3G) POTS ISDN GSM
(USB-
GSM)
ITU G.711 A-Law mono √√
ITU G.711 µ-Law mono √√
G.711 A-Law mono EXTENDED √√
G.711 µ-Law mono EXTENDED √√
ITU G.722 Statistical Mono √√
AEQ LD+ 128 Kbps mono 32 KHz* √√
MPEG-2 LII 128 mono 24 KHz √√
MPEG-1 LII 128 mono 32 KHz √√
MPEG-1 LII 128 mono 48 KHz √√
MPEG-2 LII 64 mono 16 KHz √√
MPEG-2 LII 64 mono 24 KHz √√
MPEG-1 LII 64 mono 32 KHz √√
MPEG-1 LII 64 mono 48 KHz √√
PHONE
√
PHONE (AEQ frecuency extender) √
MPEG-4 AAC-LC 32 Kbps mono 24 KHz** √
MPEG-4 AAC-LC 32 Kbps mono 48 KHz** √
MPEG-4 AAC-LC 64 Kbps mono 24 KHz** √
MPEG-4 AAC-LC 64 Kbps mono 48 KHz** √√
MPEG-4 HE-AAC 9 Kbps mono 48 KHz** √*** √
MPEG-4 HE-AAC 12 Kbps mono 48 KHz** √***
MPEG-4 HE-AAC 22 Kbps mono 48 KHz** √√***
MPEG-4 HE-AAC 32 Kbps mono 48 KHz** √

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Coordination Channel
NOTE: It’s not possible to establish a GSM communication when the mobile phone
connected to USB port is associated with Coordination channel.
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE ENCODING MODES
* AEQ LD+ 128 Kbps mono 32 KHz mode is a proprietary mode, exclusive for AEQ Phoenix,
which combines very high quality and low delay.
** AAC-LC and HE-AAC are optional modes. For more information, please consult AEQ Sales
Department or authorized AEQ distributors.
Encoding modes IP (Ethernet and
USB-3G) POTS ISDN
G.711 A-Law mono √√
G.711 µ-Law mono √√
G.711 A-Law mono EXTENDED √
G.711 µ-Law mono EXTENDED √
PHONE
√
Encoding modes Bit rate
(Kbps) Bandwidth (KHz) Delay
PHONE Uncoded 3.4 Very low
PHONE (AEQ frecuency extender) Uncoded 3.1 Very low
ITU G.711 A-Law mono 64 3.5 Low
ITU G.711 µ-Law mono 64 3.5 Low
G.711 A-Law mono EXTENDED 64 3.5 Low
G.711 µ-Law mono EXTENDED 64 3.5 Low
ITU G.722 Statistical Mono 64 7 Low
AEQ LD+ 128 Kbps mono 32 KHz* 128 15 Low
MPEG-2 LII 64 mono 16 KHz 64 7.5 Medium
MPEG-2 LII 64 mono 24 KHz 64 11.25 Medium
MPEG-1 LII 64 mono 32 KHz 64 10.5 Medium
MPEG-1 LII 64 mono 48 KHz 64 10.5 Medium
MPEG-2 LII 128 mono 24 KHz 128 11.25 Medium
MPEG-1 LII 128 mono 32 KHz 128 15 Medium
MPEG-1 LII 128 mono 48 KHz 128 20 Medium
MPEG-4 AAC-LC 32 Kbps mono 24KHz** 12 3.375 High
MPEG-4 AAC-LC 32 Kbps mono 48KHz** 32 16 High
MPEG-4 AAC-LC 64 Kbps mono 24KHz** 64 11.520 High
MPEG-4 AAC-LC 64 Kbps mono 48KHz** 64 20 High
MPEG-4 HE-AAC 12 Kbps mono 48KHz** 12 10.875 High
MPEG-4 HE-AAC 22 Kbps mono 48KHz** 22 15.375 High
MPEG-4 HE-AAC 32 Kbps mono 48KHz** 32 16.875 High

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1.4. Block diagram.
For further information, see complete diagrams in annexe B.

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1.5. Compatibility with other AEQ codecs.
The PHOENIX MOBILE offers its users the option of connecting with other AEQ equipments.
It’s compatible with the PHOENIX STUDIO in IP communications.
The POTS module enables its users to communicate with other devices that include telephone
hybrids such as TH02-EX, TLE02, TLE02D MPAC, SWING and COURSE hybrid boards, in
addition to offering the added possibility of a frequency extender.
The ISDN module enables its users to communicate with other devices that include ISDN
interface such as PHOENIX STUDIO, TLE02D, SWING, MPAC, EAGLE and COURSE ISDN
boards.
1.6. Compatibility with other manufacturers’ codecs.
PHOENIX MOBILE is a portable encoder over IP, fully compatible with the EBU-TECH 3326
technical specification formulated by the EBU N/ACIP working group, which was developed to
guarantee compatibility between different manufacturers in applications for contributing
professional quality audio over IP networks. Therefore, the PHOENIX MOBILE can be
connected with any codec made by another manufacturer with guaranteed connection over IP,
provided that the other unit was developed according to N/ACIP (see technical specifications).
With the rest of communication modules and interfaces, compatibility will depend essentially on
the coding algorithms implemented by the manufacturers of the other equipment, since the
signaling part is practically universal. This is why we recommend consulting, before operating
with other manufacturers’ equipments, the technical characteristics of those equipments.

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2. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION OF THE UNIT.
To understand how the unit is wired and installed, you will first need to familiarize yourself with
the connectors and other configurable elements that are present on the front and rear panels of
the device.
2.1. Description of the front panel and connections.
2.1.1. Auxiliary I/O (“AUX IN/OUT”).
XLR - 5p - Female connector. Balanced connection.
XLR 5p Female-panel pinout
Pin 1 ÆCommon ground
Pin 2 Æ+ Input
Pin 3 Æ- Input
Pin 4 Æ+ Output
Pin 5 Æ- Output
2.1.2. Headphones 1 and 2 output (“HP 1“and “HP 2“).
¼” TRS Jack connector. Asymmetrical connection.
TRS Jack pinout
1
2
6
1 2
6
3
5
4

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2.1.3. Microphones 1 and 2 input (“MIC 1“ and “MIC 2“).
XLR - 3p - Female connector. Balanced connection.
Input - Female Male - Exposed
XLR 3P pinout
Pin 1 ÆGround
Pin 2 Æ+ Input
Pin 3 Æ- Input
2.1.4. Mic-Line input (“MIC/LIN“).
Selectable via software.
XLR - 3p - Female connector. Balanced connection.
Input - Female Male - Exposed
XLR 3P pinout
Pin 1 ÆGround
Pin 2 Æ+ Input
Pin 3 Æ- Input
Detailed explanation:
The microphone inputs (MIC1, MIC2) include low-noise preamplifiers and supply Phantom
power feed (+12VDC and 10mA), which can be activated via software, to enable both dynamic
and electrostatic microphones to be connected.
The level of input signals MIC1, MIC2 y MIC/LINE and the level of output signals HP1 and HP2
are modifiable through the rotary encoders associated with each signal on the control surface.
3
5
Connector viewed from the
soldered part.
4
Connector viewed from the
soldered part.

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2.2. Description of the rear panel and connections.
2.2.1. USB Port.
The USB port allows you to connect a mobile phone in order to establish a GSM or 3G
communication, by means of mobile phone data cable and, depending on the unit edition, an
USB Micro A Male to USB A Female adapter or an USB B Male to USB A Female adapter.
The USB port can be configured as Master or Slave. By default, it leaves the factory configured
as Slave. This port can be connected to a USB port in a PC, permitting a data transmission
speed of up to 12 Mbps (USB 1.1).
IMPORTANT NOTE: The use of Phoenix Mobile with mobile phones connected through USB
port is not supported nowadays by AEQ (although it may work in many cases), because there
are compatibility problems with many phones that don’t follow strictly the required
communication protocols, besides the low capacity of data transmission that GSM provides in
order to send high quality encoded audio. AEQ recommends the IP connection of the Phoenix
Mobile audiocodec through 3G routers for outdoor applications, according to application note
AN5 (see annexe G).
2.2.2. Right additional communication module.
Right slot when the codec is viewed from the front. This right slot name is the identifier used in
the configuration menus to refer to this additional communications module.
While PHOENIX MOBILE is supplied by default with that slot empty and a blank cover, any
additional communications module can be inserted there as an option: PGA-01, PGA-02, PGA-
03 or any other module AEQ may develop in the future. At the time this manual was written,
PGA-01 POTS and PGA-03 ISDN communication modules are available.
The installation of any additional module presents no difficulty: turn the device off, remove the
blank cover, insert the new module and turn the equipment on. The unit will automatically detect
the presence of the new communications interface.
A
B
A B D
C
E
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F

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2.2.3. Left additional communication module.
Left slot, with the codec viewed from the front. This left slot name is the identifier used in the
configuration menus to refer to this additional communications module.
While PHOENIX MOBILE is supplied by default with that slot empty and a blank cover, any
additional communications module can be inserted there as an option: PGA-01, PGA-02, PGA-
03 or any other module AEQ may develop in the future. At the time this manual was written,
PGA-01 POTS and PGA-03 ISDN communication modules are available.
The installation of any additional module presents no difficulty: turn the device off, remove the
blank cover, insert the new module and turn the equipment on. The unit will automatically detect
the presence of the new communications interface.
2.2.4. Ethernet Port.
Using this Ethernet port will enable you to connect the unit via IP to a LAN or WAN network and
send audio over it. This port can also be used to receive additional data from a PC.
NOTE: It’s possible to establish an IP communication through an external 3G modem
connected to this port. For further information, consult annexe G (application note AN5).
Physically it is an RJ45 10 BT connector.
RJ45 connector pinout
2.2.5. GPIO connections.
This port will enable a basic external control of the unit. The connector used is a DB9 female.
This function is not implemented in this firmware version.
NOTES:
-The output signals are open collector, and are active at low level.
-The input signals are high level and only active in the presence of pulse edges.
D
C
E

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2.2.6. Power Supply.
2.2.6.1. General.
The equipment was designed for use while hanging from a shoulder strap or resting on a table
top. As an option, it can include a removable Li-Ion batteries pack (3500 or 4000mAh / 7.4 V),
which will power the codec for an average of more than 2.5 hours in normal operating mode,
integrating carrying handle.
The power supply connector (mini-XLR3p female) is located on the back panel of the
codec.
IMPORTANT NOTE: In case of a batteries pack is connected to the unit, this connector is no
longer operative and the one that´s included in the batteries pack itself must be used.
The equipment also has a ground connector.
Power supply connection details
The power switch (push button) is located on the left side of the unit.
2.2.6.2. Power supply / Battery charger.
The AEQ PHOENIX MOBILE can be supplied with electric power from an external battery
charger / power feed unit specifically designed for this purpose through the 12V DC-INPUT
connector.
The equipment must be powered with the battery charger supplied with the unit.
The charger cable termination is a mini-XLR 3p female connector with a secure anchoring
device to prevent accidental disconnections.
Mini XLR 3p Female connector
Power supply
connector (without
batteries pack)
Ground connector
F
G
Power supply
connector (with
batteries pack)

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The power supply / battery charger supplied is of the universal type, and accepts voltages
ranging from 100 to 240 VAC / 50-60 Hz.
Universal charger and power feed cable supplied
Pinout of the mini-XLR 3p female battery charger connector:
XLR 3P pinout
Pin 1 ÆGround
Pin 2 ÆV +
Pin 3 ÆNot used
PHOENIX MOBILE with battery PHOENIX MOBILE without battery
Connector viewed from the soldered part

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2.3. Description of the control surface.
The following paragraphs describe the various functional areas that make up the control
surface.
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4

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1. Multifunction display screen and navigation keys.
2. Alphanumeric keypad.
3. Function and routing keys and communication status LEDs.
4. Input channel mixing controls, headphone volume control and channel activation keys
2.3.1. Multifunction display screen and navigation keys.
3.5” TFT screen with 5 navigation keys to allow the user to move through the operation and
configuration menus. Also included are 2 keys to accept/cancel the current operations in the
menus, and 2 keys to call/off-hook/hang-up telephone calls made or received by the user.
2.3.1.1. Battery charging indicator.
For further information, please consult section 5.2 in this manual.
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1
2
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4

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2.3.1.2. On-hook / Off-hook keys.
Allow you to take the currently active call off-hook (green button) and place it on-hook (red
button) instantaneously.
2.3.1.3. Navigation keys.
The four arrows let you navigate in the on-screen menus: scrolling “↑“ and “↓“ in a menu, and
laterally “←“ and “→“ to select a value. The left and right keys (lighted in the figure) and the
center key enable you to select among the various options that will be displayed in the lower
part of the screen; their functions will change according to the context.
Association of the navigation keys with icons displayed on multifunction screen.
2.3.1.4. Multifunction display screen.
Shows the configuration and operating menus, information on the connection and audio VU
meters, which can measure input and output audio signals.
The AEQ PHOENIX MOBILE includes a 240x320-pixel color TFT screen that displays the
internal codec menu, which is accessed by using the set of keys located under display.
Through this menu you can access, by pressing the navigation arrow keys, the various
configuration submenus: press the up and down arrows to scroll through the menus, and the left
and right arrows to change the values.
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Start-up or idle screen detail
The start-up screen is the first to be displayed, by default, when the unit is started, and will
continue to be displayed in the idle state unless you perform operations.
1.- Communication channel section.
The screen is divided into two parts: the left-hand segment corresponds to the Program
channel, and the right-hand part shows the Coordination channel.
In the upper part of the module one of the following images is shown:
- if that communication channel is using the Ethernet port for communication.
- if the transmission is going out over a POTS (PGA-01) communication module.
- if the transmission is going out over an ISDN (PGA-03) communication module.
- if the transmission is going out over a mobile phone connected to USB port.
- if through that mobile phone a 3G communication is established.
- if there is no module in the selected slot.
The assignment can be modified by pressing Menu (in order to access to the channels basic
configuration menu), selecting PROGRAM or COORDINATION and then the “Select interface”
option. For each one of those images, the background can be blue (module status OK),
orange or red (no connection) or green (established communication). The background of 3G
icon can be yellow (while negotiating with your phone provider the communication parameters
and IP address), red (while PHOENIX MOBILE is registering into the SIP server) or blue (once
the process, that may take up to 10 seconds, is completed).
Beneath these symbols an icon representing a telephone handset is displayed:
- indicates that it’s on-hook and there is no communication established.
- indicates an incoming call.
- indicates that there is a communication established.
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Just below, there is a space whose function is to indicate the channel that is currently selected
(three black points are visible on the screen), and whose name can be displayed in the central
black space in the lower part of the screen: white text for Program and yellow for Coord.
In the lower part of this section, both in Program and in Coordination, you can read:
•On or Off: Indicates whether the connection with the communications network is
established or not.
•N, L, R or U: Indicates if the communications channel (Prog or Coord.) is established
through the Ethernet interface (N), the left additional comm. module (L), the right
additional comm. module (R) or the USB interface (U).
Detail of communication channel section
2.- Call status information section.
In the idle state, only the time and the AEQ logo are displayed. When there is an outgoing or
incoming call, the called or calling telephone number is displayed and, once the call is accepted,
the information on the progress of the negotiation / synchronization of the call is shown.
When you turn on the unit, the “Initializing…” indication is displayed while the unit is starting
up. When the Ethernet interface is associated with one of the channels (and that channel is
selected), this section will show, in the following order, these indications:
- “Finding IP address…”:appears only when the DHCP option is activated (see section
4.5.1). If the network doesn’t allow to use that protocol, the message “DHCP Error” will
appear: in that case, the unit keeps on trying to obtain that IP address until it gets it or
until the DHCP option is deactivated.
- “Finding NAT Type…”:appears only when the use of STUN protocol is activated (see
sections 3.5.3 and C5).
- “Registering…”:appears only when the SIP Proxy function is activated (see section
3.5.3). When the equipment has not been registered in the SIP server correctly, the
message “Register Error” appears: in that case, the unit keeps on trying to register
until it gets it or until the SIP Proxy function is deactivated.
Once this process has ended, the time and the AEQ logo are displayed.
3.- VU meter section.
Two mono VU meters, and the name of the output or input channel whose level they represent.
The assignment can be modified in Menu >> Advanced >> Applications >> VU Meters.
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