Amb-OS Media AMR-100 User manual

Amb-OS Media, LLC
AMR-100
Operations Manual
Revision 45
AMR-100 Firmware .36
08/04/16

SUPPORT INFORMATION
Email:
[email protected]
Phon
877AMBOS2U
[phone]
AMB-OS WEB PAGE
for support, program downloads, RSS f d information and FAQ
http://www.amb-os.com
PROGRAM REQUESTS via Amb-OS P rmission Portal
http://www.amb-os.com/p rmissions
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WARNING
One AMR-100 can be controlled by multiple Amb-O User Interface
programs on different computers, but without proper precautions,
unpredictable results can be experienced.
ee the Amb-O User Interface manual on how to use multiple
computers on a single AMR-100.
NOTE
As of this version of software, only one AMR-100 can be controlled by
the Amb-O User Interface software on a single PC. With multiple AMR-
100s each AMR-100 needs a separate computer controlling each
individual receiver.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
HARDWARE OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................................
Package Contents .....................................................................................................................................
Controls and Connections ........................................................................................................................
Front Panel Description ...................................................................................................................
Front Panel Buttons .......................................................................................................................
Rear Panel Description .................................................................................................................... 8
Connections ................................................................................................................................... 8
QUICK START ........................................................................................................................................... 9
RF ............................................................................................................................................................. 9
Audio ........................................................................................................................................................ 9
Ethernet Connection ................................................................................................................................. 9
Power ..................................................................................................................................................... 10
Boot Display .......................................................................................................................................... 10
Normal ........................................................................................................................................... 10
Errors .............................................................................................................................................. 10
Error if Ethernet Attached after Power .......................................................................................... 10
GENERAL FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................... 11
File Reception ........................................................................................................................................ 11
Playback ......................................................................................................................................... 11
Transfer .......................................................................................................................................... 11
Program Deletion ........................................................................................................................... 11
Live Streams .......................................................................................................................................... 12
Live programs ................................................................................................................................ 12
Classic DVB PIDs .......................................................................................................................... 12
Internal Clock ......................................................................................................................................... 12
Alarm ..................................................................................................................................................... 12
Emergency or “one off” program arming .............................................................................................. 13
INSTALLATION ...................................................................................................................................... 14
RF ........................................................................................................................................................... 14
RF with 1 Wegener Unity ® 4000 or Moody XDS receiver ........................................................... 15
RF with multiple receivers ............................................................................................................. 16
Using a Multiple Port Splitter with an open port ......................................................................... 16
Using multiple splitters ................................................................................................................ 1
Audio ...................................................................................................................................................... 19
Analog ............................................................................................................................................ 19
Digital ............................................................................................................................................ 19
Ethernet .................................................................................................................................................. 20
Description ..................................................................................................................................... 20
Setting the IP address ..................................................................................................................... 20
Serial Port ............................................................................................................................................... 21
Description ..................................................................................................................................... 21
Relay Specifications ............................................................................................................................... 21
Input Closure Specifications .......................................................................................................... 21
Input Relay Wiring ...................................................................................................................... 22
Output Relay Closure Specifications ............................................................................................. 23
Output Relay Wiring .................................................................................................................... 23
OPERATIONS ........................................................................................................................................... 24
Relay Description ................................................................................................................................... 24
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General Information ....................................................................................................................... 24
Reserved Relays #5 and #6 ............................................................................................................ 24
Time Sync by Relay #5 ................................................................................................................ 24
Fault Indications by Relay #6 ...................................................................................................... 24
Program use of Relays #5 and #6 ................................................................................................ 25
Closure Map ................................................................................................................................... 25
Closure Descriptions .................................................................................................................... 25
Closure Default States ................................................................................................................. 26
Closure Table ............................................................................................................................... 26
Front Panel Description ......................................................................................................................... 2
Display ........................................................................................................................................... 2
De-authorized Message: ................................................................................................................. 28
Front Panel Menu Options ..................................................................................................................... 29
Settings Menu ................................................................................................................................ 31
IP Address Submenu .................................................................................................................... 31
*Alarm .................................................................................................................................... 31
*DHCP .................................................................................................................................... 32
*IP Addr .................................................................................................................................. 33
*Gateway ................................................................................................................................ 34
*Netmask ................................................................................................................................ 35
*RpSrvr/LdSrvr, Command Address and Ports: ..................................................................... 36
*WebPort: ............................................................................................................................... 3
*Clock Interval ............................................................................................................................ 38
*Closure Map ............................................................................................................................... 39
Settings .................................................................................................................................... 39
Resetting to Default Closures ................................................................................................. 39
Relay Test Menu ..................................................................................................................... 40
Closure Test ........................................................................................................................ 40
Input relay test .................................................................................................................... 40
*Target Map ................................................................................................................................. 41
*LCD Settings ............................................................................................................................. 42
*Audio Test ................................................................................................................................. 42
Date Menu ...................................................................................................................................... 43
Date Time .................................................................................................................................... 43
Time Zone .................................................................................................................................... 43
Daylight Saving Time .................................................................................................................. 44
PROGRAM PLAYBACK ......................................................................................................................... 45
Playback after a power loss .................................................................................................................... 45
Ports and Targets .................................................................................................................................... 45
General Description of Ports .......................................................................................................... 45
Analog/Digital Ports .................................................................................................................... 45
Analog Ports ............................................................................................................................ 45
Digital Ports ............................................................................................................................ 45
IP Streaming Port ......................................................................................................................... 46
Recording Port ............................................................................................................................. 46
General Description of Targets ...................................................................................................... 4
Analog/Digital Targets ................................................................................................................ 4
Streaming Target ......................................................................................................................... 4
Record Target .............................................................................................................................. 4
Target Use ...................................................................................................................................... 48
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Target Options ............................................................................................................................. 48
Target Combinations ............................................................................................................... 48
Analog Targets ................................................................................................................... 48
Streaming/Recordings Targets ........................................................................................... 48
Target Maps ................................................................................................................................. 49
Playlist .................................................................................................................................................... 50
Triggers .......................................................................................................................................... 50
Input closures ............................................................................................................................... 50
Commands ................................................................................................................................... 50
Trigger Uses ................................................................................................................................. 51
Timed Playback ............................................................................................................................. 51
HTML INTERFACE ................................................................................................................................. 52
Access to the AMR-100 Web page ........................................................................................................ 52
HTML Menus ........................................................................................................................................ 53
General Diagnostics Menu ............................................................................................................. 53
System Statistics .......................................................................................................................... 53
General Statistics: ................................................................................................................... 54
Receiver Statistics ................................................................................................................... 54
Data Statistics .......................................................................................................................... 55
Stream Statistics ...................................................................................................................... 56
Audio Statistics ....................................................................................................................... 56
Target Mapping ....................................................................................................................... 56
Ethernet Statistics .................................................................................................................... 56
Drive Statistics ........................................................................................................................ 56
Scheduled Event List ................................................................................................................... 5
Column Headings .................................................................................................................... 5
Action ................................................................................................................................. 58
State .................................................................................................................................... 58
Trigger Event Lists ...................................................................................................................... 59
Command Interface ..................................................................................................................... 60
General Commands ................................................................................................................. 61
REBOOT ............................................................................................................................ 61
RELAY # ON/OFF ............................................................................................................ 61
RELAY var ........................................................................................................................ 61
SET ZONE # ...................................................................................................................... 62
SET DST # ......................................................................................................................... 62
Network Commands ............................................................................................................... 63
DHCP YES/NO .................................................................................................................. 63
NEWIP #.#.#.# ................................................................................................................... 63
NEWNETMASK #.#.#.# ................................................................................................... 63
NEWGATEWAY #.#.#.#. .................................................................................................. 64
WEBPORT # ...................................................................................................................... 64
Audio Control Commands ...................................................................................................... 65
AUDPLAY ......................................................................................................................... 65
AUDSTOP ......................................................................................................................... 66
AUDFADE ......................................................................................................................... 66
ALLSTOP .......................................................................................................................... 66
TSTOP ................................................................................................................................ 66
TMAP# Target ................................................................................................................... 66
TMAP ARM ON/OFF ...................................................................................................... 6
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TONE ................................................................................................................................. 6
Satellite Diagnostics ....................................................................................................................... 68
APPENDIX ................................................................................................................................................ 69
Boot Process ........................................................................................................................................... 69
Error Conditions ..................................................................................................................................... 0
RF Error ......................................................................................................................................... 0
Network Errors ............................................................................................................................... 0
LAN Connection Fault ................................................................................................................ 0
Internet Connection Fault ............................................................................................................ 0
RF and Network Error ................................................................................................................... 0
Troubleshooting Chart ........................................................................................................................... 1
Resetting the AMR-100I ........................................................................................................................ 3
Reset the AMR-100I ...................................................................................................................... 3
Resetting the receiver's display to its default setting ..................................................................... 3
Checking Network Settings ................................................................................................................... 3
Permission Portal ................................................................................................................................... 4
Logging Into the Site ..................................................................................................................... 5
Requesting and deleting program permissions ..............................................................................
Contact Information .....................................................................................................................
Requesting Programs ...................................................................................................................
Deleting Programs ....................................................................................................................... 8
Definitions .............................................................................................................................................. 9
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HARDWARE OVERVIEW
Package Contents
1 – AMR-100 AMB-OS Receiver
1 – AC power cable
1 – RF Splitter
1 – DC Block filter
2 – RG-6 Cables
1 – Quick Installation Guide
Controls and Connections
Front Panel Description
The front panel display gives the status of the receiver. The main screen shows relays, audio output,
and the status of the RF and Ethernet/Internet (see Front Panel section).
Relays [UP] arrow Back
Audio Status Indicators In Out
RF/Ethernet/Internet [DOWN] arrow Enter
Status Indicators
Front Panel Buttons
To the right of the display are four buttons:
Th [UP] and [DOWN] arrows: Select different options
Back: Returns to the previous screen and saves changes
Ent r: Selects and changes different options
Pressing any button from the main screen (shown) changes the display from the status screen to
informational and setup screens. Pressing [ENTER] opens the settings screen. Pressing the [UP] and
[DOWN] arrows shows the current settings. Pressing [ENTER] again enables changing the settings
and [BACK] returns to the previous screen and also saves any changes in some menus.
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WARNING
To receive programs on the AMR-100, log in into the Amb-O
permission portal (http://www.amb-os.com/permissions) to request
programs. Without requesting programs, the AMR-100 will not receive
any programs.

Rear Panel Description
Connections
16 17
1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 1 13 14 15
1. Power – A standard computer type (IEC) power cable is used
2. RF – F-type Connector: L-Band input from the satellite antenna
3. RS-232 – 9-pin sub-d female (DTE) connector for serial communication (a modem cable is
needed to connect to a computer)
4. Ethernet – Standard RJ-45 Ethernet network cable connection
5. Reset Switch
Reboots the receiver without performing a power recycle. It also preserves the system logs.
6-15. Audio outputs:
Two sets of two stereo analog outputs correspond to the digital outputs. They are listed in
order from left to right.
6-8. Digital – Port 1 (outputs the same audio as port 1 analog outputs (12, 13)
6. AES-EBU – XLR type connector
. SPDIF – BNC connector
8. Optical – standard optical cable
9-11. Digital – Port 2 (outputs the same audio as port 2 analog outputs (14, 15)
9. AES-EBU – XLR type connector
10. SPDIF – BNC connector
11. Optical – standard optical cable
12, 13. Analog – Port 1
12. XLR connector – Left channel
13. XLR connector – Right channel
14, 15. Analog – Port 2
14. XLR connector – Left channel
15. XLR connector – Right channel
16. Relays – 25-pin sub-d connector (the pin out is described in the Relay Specifications section)
1 . Expansion relays and the digital input ports were never implemented.
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WARNING
Resetting the AMR-100 stops the audio playback until the AMR-
100 has finished booting.

QUICK START
To begin receiving files, first connect the RF cable then the audio outputs (to play back programs)
and the Ethernet cable (to transfer files to a computer) then connect the power cord. The Installation
Section has detailed connection instructions. Request program permissions by using the permission
portal page at http://www.amb-os.com/permissions.
RF
Connect the RF cable first. If other equipment uses the same
satellite dish as the AMR-100 receiver, verify the unit providing
power to the LNB, because only one device may supply power to
the LNB. With multiple devices, refer to the detailed instructions
and diagrams in the RF Installation section.
Audio
The most commonly used audio connections will be the XLR type
low impedance analog audio. Plug the cables into the desired port. A
detailed description of the ports can be found in the Program
Playback section under Ports and Targets. To connect one of the
digital outputs, use the appropriate connector. Please go to the
Digital Audio installation section.
Ethernet Connection
Plug in the Ethernet cable into the 10/100
Base T Network connection on the back of
the receiver. The default setting for the IP
address setting uses DHCP. If the network
does not use DHCP, then the AMR-100 will
not connect to the network or the Internet and
result in an alarm mode after applying power.
The Ethernet cable can be attached after booting the AMR-100 and verify ing the network settings.
However, the front panel will indicate a problem with the LAN and Internet subsystems until the
Ethernet cable is attached with the correct network settings.
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NOTE
The Ethernet cable can be attached after booting the AMR-100 to verify
the IP address settings. However, the front panel will indicate a
problem with the LAN and Internet subsystems until the IP address is
set and the Ethernet cable attached.
WARNING
Verify the IP address and the DHCP settings. Improperly setting the IP
address can result in duplicate IP addresses on the network and
prevent the AMR-100 from connecting to the network.

If programs are only played out the audio ports, the Ethernet connection allows checking the system
statistics, setting up a playlist, manually playing programs, and making sure programs arrive error
free even when the RF fails. This virtually guarantees that all programs arrive. It also aids in
troubleshooting for Amb-OS technicians to get a problem fixed quickly.
Power
After connecting the RF, Audio and Ethernet cables,
connect the AC power cord. Immediately after
connecting the power cord, the AMR-100’s front panel
light turns on and it begins its boot process.
Boot Display
Normal
Assuming the RF was connected to the
satellite antenna and the network
settings are correct, the screen should
have the status boxes dark and the last
box on the top of the screen (relay #6)
clear.
Errors
If the last box on the top of the screen
(relay #6) is dark, then one or more of
the status boxes will be clear. If relay #6
is dark, check the error condition section
in the appendix.
Error if Ethernet Attached after Power
If the Ethernet cable was not attached
before applying power then relay #6
activates (the box becomes dark). The
LAN and Internet subsystems produce
and error condition. Check and set the IP
address, verify the internal network is
working and attach the Ethernet cable.
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Relay 6 active
Problem section (See
Error Conditions)
Relay 6 inactive
All sections normal
NOTE
The front panel light is only a power
indicator light and not a power switch.
Relay 6 active
LAN and Inet problem
(See Error Conditions)
NOTE
It is highly recommended that the AMR-100 have access to the Internet
to insure error free reception of files.

GENERAL FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
File Reception
The AMR-100 receiver does not receive programs in a real time audio transmission on a schedule set
by the service provider that must be played or recorded at the time the program is sent. The AMR-
100 receives programs as audio files sent via a satellite RF carrier faster than real time and stored on
an internal hard drive.
The Ethernet connection allows the AMR-100 to insure error free program reception. By connecting
the receiver to the Internet, it communicates back to the uplink server to verify a program and retrieve
missing packets or finish downloading. Thus an interrupted carrier from the satellite feed does not
prevent a program from being successfully received.
Playback
Programs can be scheduled to play for recording or direct to air through a playlist after successfully
receiving a program. Playing a program with a playlist sends the program out the analog and digital
ports as a “live” program to record or air. Please see the Amb-OS User Interface or the Stand Alone
Playlist Editor to create a playlist. Download both programs and the manuals at http://www.amb-
os.com/support.html.
Transfer
Programs can be transferred from the AMR-100 directly to an automation system or to any computer
on the network. Transfers can be done immediately after a program arrives or they can be scheduled.
Please see the Amb-OS User Interface to transfer programs. Download the Amb-OS User Interface
manual at http://www.amb-os.com/support.html.
Program Deletion
The AMR-100 automatically deletes programs at a time set by the program provider. The program
producer specifies the deletion date in the Cart Chunk data of the program.
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NOTE
In order to receive files, use Amb-O permission portal to request
program permissions (http://www.amb-os.com/permissions).
NOTE
An Internet connection to the AMR-100 is not necessary for the AMR-
100 to operate. However, it is required to transfer programs.
WARNING
Without an Internet connection to the AMR-100, programs will not be
received if the RF system fails.

Live Streams
Live programs
Live programs come through the AMR-100 just like the Wegener Unity® 4000. The AMR-100
receives programs sent from the satellite and plays them out an audio port (target) on the back of the
AMR-100. Because of the ability to address specific receivers for programs, the AMR-100 has to
have permission to receive a live program. The live programs for which the ARM-100 has been
given permissions are listed in Amb-OS User Interface software. The statistics page on the HTML
Interface lists the number of live programs for the AMR-100.
Live programs are sent to the TMAP target, which is assigned locally (see the Target Maps section
for the description). The TMAP target can be changed using the Front Panel or through the HTML
Command Interface.
Classic DVB PIDs
The AMR-100 can also play the programs carried on the Wegener Unity® 4000. These are the
programs referred by the three alphanumeric designators as programs or networks (SR1, LF1, etc.).
This function mainly provides emergency service should the Wegener Unity® 4000 need repair and
not a permanent replacement for the Wegener Unity® 4000.
To keep protected content secure, the AMR-100 receives permission decode a channel. To any
Wegener Unity® 4000 channels on the AMR-100, contact the network and request permission to
carry the channel on the AMR-100. Once AMR-100 receives permission from the Amb-OS network,
The AMR-100 will decode that channel for the length of time the given by the network.
nternal Clock
The internal clock is set by the GPS time standard and can automatically adjust for Daylight Saving
Time. The local time zone can be set in the Date Menu. or in the HTML Command Interface.
Because the clock is accurate, a relay (#5 or #6) can be used to keep the local clocks in sync. The
time sync (see Clock Interval section) can be set for any minute and second. The default relay is #5.
Alarm
When an internal system fails the AMR-100 closes relay #6 and the failing subsystem box clears.
This can be disabled or the relay changed. An alarm (aural or visual) can be attached to the relay to
indicate a fault.
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Emergency or “one off” program arming
To be able to receive an emergency or a special “one off”
program (indicated by an “*” in the upper left corner).
TMAP must also be assigned to a physical Target and not used
as a target in a playlist.
Enabl d (“*” on screen): Hold th [BACK] button until th
“*” app ars in th upp r l ft corn r. The TMAP Arming
command in the HTML Interface can enable or disable this
feature.
This indicates whether the AMR-100 has been enabled to receive the Emergency or “on off”
program broadcast on TMAP . To receive these broadcasts, TMAP must have an assigned
audio port and the “*” must be visible on the screen. The status of TMAP can be seen with the
other TMAP assignments when looking at the System Statistics from the HTML Interface.
Disabl d (“*” not on screen): Pr ss and hold th [BACK] button until th “*” disapp ars in th
upp r l ft corn r. The TMAP Arming command in the HTML Interface can disable or enable
this feature.
If the Emergency Message is not enabled, the AMR-100 will not receive special or
emergency broadcasts regardless of whether TMAP has been mapped to an output.
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“One off” Indicator

INSTALLATION
RF
The following are provided to connect the AMR-100 to the satellite antenna.
1 – RF Splitter
1 – DC Block
2 – RG-6 cables
With just the AMR-100 using the antenna, connect the RF cable directly to the AMR-100. With an
additional receiver using the antenna, use the DC block on one receiver to allow the other receiver to
supply power to the LNB.
The DC Block included with the receiver blocks the DC power to the LNB and used when more than
one device uses the satellite antenna, because only one unit can provide DC power to the LNB. All other
units must have the DC power turned off or have the DC block installed. The splitter provided with the
AMR-100 allows power only through one port and blocks the DC through the other port. The side that
passes the DC voltage has an arrow on it.
The “Input” and “Output” labels refer to the input to the splitter
from the antenna and the outputs of the splitter to the receivers.
The splitter illustration shown has an arrow from “Output 1” to the
“Input” indicating “Output 1” passes the DC voltage to the LNB
and blocks the DC from “Output 2.” The receiver providing power
to the LNB should be connected to “Output 1” and the “Input” comes from the LNB. As a safety
precaution, put the DC Block on the receiver that does not supply power. Thus, the RF connector of the
receiver connected to “Output 2” should have the DC block on its RF connector and the coax cable
connected to the DC Block and then to “Output 2.”
To connect the RF to the AMR-100 if more than one additional satellite receiver is connected to the
satellite antenna or if the antenna’s LNB is being powered from an outboard power supply, refer to the
instructions in RF with multiple receivers. If the DC power to drive the antenna’s LNB comes from the
Wegener Unity® 4000 or Moody XDS, it can continue to supply power, but install the supplied two port
splitter following the instructions below.
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Output 1
Output 2
Input
WARNING
horting the center lead of the RF cable to the shield can damage the
receiver.

RF with 1 Wegener Unity® 4000 or Moody XD receiver
1. Install the provided DC Block on the AMR-100 receiver’s RF connector.
2. Disconnect the RF antenna cable from the Wegener Unity® 4000 or Moody XDS receiver.
3. Attach the RF cable from the antenna to the input side (marked “IN”) of the splitter.
4. Connect one of the supplied RG-6 cables to the DC pass output port of the splitter (marked OUT
and has a diagonal line pointing to the input) and the other RG-6 cable to the DC block output
(marked OUT with no line).
5. Connect the of DC pass output RG-6 cable to the Wegener Unity® 4000 or Moody XDS receiver
RF connector and connect the other RG-6 cable to the DC Block (previously installed in Step #1)
RF connector on the AMR-100.
To have the AMR-100 to provide power to the LNB, merely install the DC Block on the Wegener
Unity® 4000 receiver and swap the RG-6 cables coming from the splitter. Remember, in order for a
receiver to power the LNB through the supplied splitter it must be connected to the power pass port (see
#4 above). It does not matter which one supplies power, but the unit that does not supply DC power
should have the DC Block installed and use the DC block output port on the splitter.
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RF from
antenna
DC Pass
RF from
antenna
DC Block
DC Pass
DC Pass
1
RF from
antenna
Connect the
DC block to
the AMR-100
Connect the RF
to the splitter
AMR-100
Connect the RG-6
cables to the outputs
of the splitter
Out
In
Out
Out
In
Out
DC Block
Connect one RG-6 cable from
the DC pass port of the splitter
to the Wegener Unity 4000
Wegener
Unity®
4000 or
Moody
XDS
RF from
antenna
Disconnect the
RF from the
Current
Receiver
Wegener
Unity®
4000 or
Moody
XDS
2
3
4
AMR-100
5
Connect the other RG-6
cable on the other port
of the splitter to the DC
block on the input on the
AMR-100
Out
In
Out
WARNING
Only one receiver can supply power to the LNB. If neither receiver has
the power blocked by not installing a blocking splitter or DC block, one
or both the the receivers could be damaged.

RF with multiple receivers
Using a Multiple Port Splitter with an open port
With multiple receivers (one or more Wegener Unity® 4000 receivers and a Moody XDS receiver or
other receivers) and an open port on a multiple port splitter, install the AMR-100 to the open port per
the following instructions:
1. Install the provided DC Block on the AMR-100’s RF connector.
2. Connect one of the provided RG-6 cables between the AMR-100 RF connector (with DC
Block installed) and an open port of the multiple port splitter.
If no open port exists use the instructions in Using Multiple Splitters.
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To additional
receivers
(all should have
DC blocks
installed)
RF from
antenna
DC Block
DC Pass
1Connect the DC
block to the
AMR-100
Connect one of the RG-6 cables to DC block on the
AMR-100
AMR-100
Out
In
Out
Out
Out
DC Block
Wegener
Unity® 4000
or
Moody XDS
2
AMR-100

Using multiple splitters
With more than one satellite receivers connected to the satellite antenna and no open splitter ports
are available, install a splitter before one of the receivers.
1. Install the provided DC Block on the AMR-100 receiver’s RF connector.
2. Disconnect the RF cable from one of the receivers.
3. Connect the RF cable from the other receiver to the “Input” port of the new splitter.
4. Connect the provided RG-6 cables to the “Output” ports of the splitter.
5. Connect the cable that passes the DC to the previous receiver and connect the other cable to
the DC block on the AMR-100 (installed in Step #1).
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RF from
a multiple
splitter
RF from
a multiple
splitter
RF from a
multiple
splitter
DC Block
DC Pass
DC Pass
1Connect the DC
block to the
AMR-100
Connect the RF
to the splitter
AMR-100
Connect the RG-6
cables to the outputs
of the splitter
Out
In
Out
Out
In
Out
DC Block
Connect one RG-6 cable from
the DC pass port of the splitter
to the existing receiver
Wegener
Unity®
4000 or
Moody
XDS
Disconnect
the RF from
the existing
receiver
Wegener
Unity®
4000 or
Moody
XDS
2
3
4
AMR-100
5
DC Pass
Out
In
Out
RF from a
multiple
splitter
Connect the other RG-6
cable on the other port of
the splitter and to the DC
block on the input on the
AMR-100
NOTE
Each splitter added to the RF chain reduces the overall signal to all the
receivers.

Completed Connection Using Multiple Splitters
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RF from
a multiple
splitter
DC Block
DC Pass
RF to other equipment
It is recommended
that a DC block be put
on the other receiver
Out
In
Out
Connect one RG-6 cable from the DC pass
port of the splitter to the Wegener Unity® 4000
Wegener
Unity®
4000 or
Moody
XDS
AMR-100
DC Pass
Out
In
Out
RF from antenna Connect the other RG-6 cable
to the input on the other splitter

Audio
Audio comes out either Port 1 or Port 2. Both ports have two analog outputs (left and right) and three
types of digital ports (AES/EBU, SPDIF – BNC and Optical). The left and right channel of the
analog ports can be addressed separately and have different audio programming on each of them.
The digital ports always have the same audio as the analog ports and cannot be addressed
independently.
The AMR-100 uses targets to address each analog output.
Analog
The analog audio connectors use standard XLR connectors. Each of the two ports can be played in
stereo (2 stereo ports), all mono (4 mono ports) or mixed (1 port stereo and the other 2 mono
channels).
Left Right Left Right
Port 1 Port
XLR Pinout:
Pin 1: Ground
Pin 2: Low
Pin 3: High
Digital
The digital connectors correspond to the analog ports 1 and 2. Each digital output has three different
types of connectors (AES/EBU, BNC-SPDIF, and Optical). The digital ports have the same audio as
the corresponding analog port. The digital outputs use a 48K data rate.
SPDIF SPDIF
AES/EBU BNC Optical AES/EBU BNC Optical
Port 1 Port
When playing audio as mono out the left or right side only, the digit ports also output the audio on
the appropriate side.
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Ethernet
Description
The Ethernet connection takes a standard Cat-5 or better network cable with RJ-45 connectors.
Programs can be transferred automatically to the an automation computer and, by allowing the
AMR-100 to connect to the Internet, programs arrive error free. If a program looses some packets
during transmission or if an entire program is missed, the AMR-100 communicates to the uplink
server to retrieve the missing packets and restore the program. This virtually guarantees no missing
programs. An Internet connection is required to repair corrupted programs.
To schedule program playback, playlists need to be created and the Ethernet connection allows the
playlist to be uploaded to the receiver. Use the Amb-OS User Interface or the Stand Alone Playlist
Editor from the Amb-OS support page (http://www.amb-os.com/support.html).
etting the IP address
The AMR-100 comes with the DHCP setting to “Yes” so the AMR-100 has a dynamic IP address set
from the network gateway. The system can operate with a dynamic IP address, but if the gateway
changes the IP address of the AMR-100, the Amb-OS User Interface needs to have its settings
changed to continue transferring programs. To avoid this problem, use a static IP address. Change
the DHCP setting to “No” and modify the IP address, gateway and netmask. The local network
configuration may also require a static IP address.
Setting a static IP address can be done by the front panel or through the HTML Command Interface.
With the correct IP address, default gateway and subnet mask entered, the Amb-OS User Interface
can create playlists and transfer and play programs.
Rev. 45 – Firmware Version 2.36 20 ©2015
WARNING
When entering an IP address manually, the subnet mask and the
default gateway may also have to be set to maintain network
functionality.
WARNING
The IP address of the receiver should be set to something compatible
with the local network. Make sure the IP address is set outside of the
DHCP pool and no other devices use that IP address.
NOTE
The Ethernet is not required to schedule playback events, but if it is
not connected, a playlist has to be generated by an Amb-O
technician and sent to the receiver over the satellite. end the
schedule requirements to [email protected].
WARNING
If the AMR-100 does not have an Internet connection, programs can
be missed.