ambient SYSTEM ABT-CU-8LCD User manual

EN 54-16: 2008
1488-CPR-0500/W
User Manual
EN
Control Units
ABT-CU-8LCD
ABT- CU -11LT
ABT- CU -11LCD
www.ambientsystem.eu
ver. 04.2020

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Table of Contents
1. Safety__________________________________________________________________________________ 3
2. Control units ___________________________________________________________________________ 7
2.1 ABT-CU-8LCD control unit ________________________________________________________ 7
2.2 ABT-CU-8LCD rear panel _________________________________________________________ 8
2.3 ABT-CU-11LCD control unit _______________________________________________________ 9
2.4 ABT-CU-11LT control unit ________________________________________________________ 10
2.5 ABT-CU-11LT / ABT-CU-11LCD rear panel __________________________________________ 10
3. Connecting control units______________________________________________________________ 12
3.1 CHAIN typology ________________________________________________________________ 12
3.2 RING typology__________________________________________________________________ 13
3.3 Individual connection without backup amplier
using ABT-CU-11LT / ABT-CU-11LCD ______________________________________________ 14
3.4 Connection with 100V internal buses
using ABT-CU-11LT / ABT-CU-11LCD ______________________________________________ 15
3.5 Individual connection with backup amplier
using ABT-CU-11LT / ABT-CU-11LCD ______________________________________________ 16
3.6 Connection between Power Supply Manager and Control Unit ____________________ 17
3.7 Power supply ___________________________________________________________________ 18
4. Technical data_________________________________________________________________________ 19
4.1 Technical data of ABT-CU-8LCD __________________________________________________ 19
4.2 Technical data of ABT-CU-11LCD _________________________________________________ 20
4.3 Technical data of ABT-CU-11LT ___________________________________________________ 22

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1. Safety
Danger!
High risk: This symbol indicates an imminently hazardous situation such
as"Dangerous Voltage" insidethe product. If not avoided, this will result
inanelectrical shock, serious bodily injury, or death.
Warning!
Medium risk: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation.
If not avoided, this could result in minor or moderate bodily injury.
Caution!
Low risk: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation.
If not avoided, this could result in property damage or risk of damage to the unit.
1 Read these instructions. All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the
apparatus or system is operated.
2 Keep these instructions. The important safety instructions and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.
3 Heed all warnings. All warnings on the apparatus and in the operating instructions should
be adhered to.
4 Follow all instructions. All instructions for installation or use/operating should be followed.
5 Do no use this apparatus near water. Do not use this apparatus near water or a moist envi-
ronment – for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet
basement, near a swimming pool, in an unprotected outdoor installation, or any area which
is classied as a wet location.
6 Clean only with dry cloth. Unplug the apparatus from the outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions. Openings in the enclosure, if any, are provided for ventilation and to ensure
reliable operation of the apparatus and to protect it from overheating. These openings must
not be blocked or covered. This apparatus should not be placed in a built-in installation unless
proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adheredto.

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8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat or in direct sunlight.
9 No naked ame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
10 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or ground-type plug. A polarized plug
has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and
a third grounding prong. The wider blade or the third prong are provided for your safety.
Ifthe provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of
the obsolete outlet.
11 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plug, conveni-
ence receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
12 Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer. Any mounting of the
apparatus should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting acces-
sory recommended by the manufacturer.
13 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specied by the manufacturer, or
sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces
may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
14 Unplug this apparatus during lighting storms or when unused for long periods of time.
Not applicable when special functions are to be maintained, such as evacuation systems.
15 Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, theapparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
16 Avoid mechanical shocks. Strong impacts and shocks may damage the device. Transport the
device carefully and avoid dropping it.
17 The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects lled
with liquid, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
18 Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be exposed to excessive heat
such as sunshine, re or the like.
Caution! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with
the same or equivalent type. Dispose of used batteries according to the environ-
mental law and procedures.
19 Professional installation only. Do not use this equipment in residential applications.
20 Condensation. In order to avoid condensation; wait a few hours before turning on the equip-
ment when it is transported from a cold to a warm space.
21 Hearing damage. For apparatus with audio output, to prevent possible hearing damage,
donot listen at high volume levels for long periods.

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22 Do not disassemble the device or attempt to repair or modify it. The device does not
include user replaceable components inside the chassis. Opening the chassis and unautho-
rized repairs will void the warranty. Unauthorized substitutions may result in re, electric
shock or other hazards.
23 Safety check. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this apparatus, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks to determine that the apparatus is in proper operating
condition.
Danger!
Overloading – do not overload outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk
of re or electric shock.
24 Power sources. This apparatus should be operated only from the type of power source indi-
cated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply you plan to use,
consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For apparatuses intended to operate
from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
25 Power lines. An outdoor system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines
or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits.
When installing an outdoor system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such
power lines or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal.
Danger! Object and Liquid entry – never push objects of any kind into this appa-
ratus through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out
parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of
any kind on the apparatus.
26 Protective grounding. An apparatus with class I construction shall be connected to a power
outlet socket with a protective grounding connection.
Protective earthing. An apparatus with class I construction shall be connected to a mains
socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
Note for power connections
» For permanently connected equipment, a readily operable mains plug or all-pole mains switch
shall be external to theequipment and in accordance with all applicable installation rules.
» For pluggable equipment, the socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and
shall be easily accessible.

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This label may appear on the bottom of the apparatus due to space limitations.
Caution! To reduce the risk of electrical shock, DO NOT open covers. Refer servicing to
qualied service personnel only.
Warning!
To prevent re or shock hazard, do not expose units to rain or moisture.
Warning! Installation should be performed by qualied service personnel only in accor-
dance with the National Electrical Code or applicable local codes.
Warning! Power disconnect: If the apparatus is mains powered and a power supply cord
set is provided, the disconnect device is the mains plug of the power cord set.
If an AC DC adapter is provided and the mains plug that is part of the direct plug in device,
the AC DC adapter is the disconnect device. The socket outlet shall be near the apparatus
and shall be easily accessible.
Old electrical and electronic appliances
Electrical or electronic devices that are no longer serviceable must be collected sep-
arately and sent for environmentally compatible recycling (in accordance with the
European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive). To dispose of old
electrical or electronic devices, you should use the return and collection systems
put in place in the country concerned.
Only used at altitude not exceeding 2000m.
Only used in non-tropical climate regions.
≤ 2000 m

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2. Control units
2.1 ABT-CU-8LCD control unit
ABT-CU-8LCD control unit was equipped with a color LCD screen 4,5” which provides a direct
access to management and entire system monitoring functions. ABT-CU-8LCD is a matrix mixer
for input signals. It assigns input signals to four internal audio buses 100V, a 28-channel digital
system bus or directly to audio outputs in the unit. ABT-CU-8LCD plays a role of a primary
MULTIVES system controller.
Userscan connect 4 audio input cards, audio output cards or logic cards to this system (access on rear
panel): ABT-xAudI-8, ABT-xAudIO-4/8-RS, ABT-xLogIN-8f, ABT-xLogOUT-8f and up to 7 loudspeaker
control cards or logic input/outputs: ABT-xCtrLn-4, ABT-xCtrLn-2, ABT-xLogIN-8c, ABT–xLogOUT-8c.
Fig. 1.
LAN / WAN
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Front panel of ABT-CU-8LCD
1. Indicators:
a. Power supply indicator (green LED)
b. Failure indicator (yellow LED)
c. Emergency indicator (red LED)
2. Display – shows control unit menu
3. Functional keys, support auxiliary functions when navigating in menu:
a. HOME – press to return to rst menu
b. ENTER – press to enter – select control unit in menu
c. – up arrow – press to navigate in control unit menu
d. – down arrow – press to navigate in control unit menu
e. BACK – press to go back – return to previous item in the control unit menu

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2.2 ABT-CU-8LCD rear panel
Fig. 2.
1 2 3
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Rear panel of ABT-CU-8LCD
1. Power supply, two identical connectors
2. Connector for 100V amplier output to supply internal BUS available for all control cards
3. Communication card slot, 1 item
4. Control card slot, 8 items
5. Function card slot, 4 items

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2.3 ABT-CU-11LCD control unit
ABT-CU-11LCD control unit was designed to perform minor VAS systems or as an extension unit in
complex systems. In case of lack of connection with the superior unit, thanks to local congura-
tion, it is able to carry out re scenarios. The device attached to the main system communication
“ring” can control ampliers and power supply managers, as well as receive alarm and digital signals
and send them to other system devices. In comparison to ABT-CU-11LT control unit, this device is
equipped with a 4,5” touch-screen LCD display allowing a direct access to management and entire
system monitoring functions.
Fig. 3.
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Front panel of ABT-CU-11LCD
1. Indicators:
a. Power supply indicator (green LED)
b. Failure indicator (yellow LED)
c. Emergency indicator (red LED)
2. Display – shows control unit menu
3. Functional keys, support auxiliary functions when navigating in menu:
a. HOME – press to return to rst menu
b. ENTER – press to enter – select control unit in menu
c. – up arrow – press to navigate in control unit menu
d. – down arrow – press to navigate in control unit menu
e. BACK – press to go back – return to previous item in control unit menu

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2.4 ABT-CU-11LT control unit
ABT-CU-11LT control unit was designed to perform minor VAS system or serve as an extension unit in
complex systems. In case of lack of connection with a superior unit, thanks to local conguration, itis
able to carry out a re scenario. The device attached to the main system communication “ring” can
control ampliers and power supply managers, as well as receive alarm signals and digital signals
and send them to other system devices.
Fig. 4.
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Front panel of ABT-CU-11LTL
1. Indicators:
a. Power supply indicator (green LED)
b. Failure indicator (yellow LED)
c. Emergency indicator (red LED)
2.5 ABT-CU-11LT / ABT-CU-11LCD rear panel
Fig. 5.
1 2 3
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Rear panel of ABT-CU-11LT / ABT-CU-11LCD
1. Power supply, two identical connectors
2. Connector for 100V amplier outputs to supply internal BUS available to all control cards
3. Built-in communication card and audio input and output card
4. Control card slot, 11 items

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Fig. 6.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
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Diagram of dedicated communication card of ABT-CU-11LT / ABT-CU-11LCD control unit
Fig. 7.
1 2 3 54
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Rear panel of ABT-CU-11LT / ABT-CU-11LCD – example of extension card arrangement
1. Power supply 48V DC
2. Connector for 100V amplier outputs to supply internal BUS available to all control cards
3. RJ-45 connectors, LAN with PoE, 2 items
4. RJ-45 connector – RS485 signal
5. Optical ber connectors. Marked as A, B
cAn optical ber connector is equipped with laser. Be particularly careful and avoid eye
contact with laser beam.
6. RJ-45 connectors, WAN
7. ABT-xCPU-AudIO-4/12 card; 4 audio input channels (upper port) are white, while 12 audio
outputs (3 lower ports) – grey
8. ABT-xCtrLine-4 control cards
9. ABT-xLogOUT-8c logic output card
10. ABT-xLogIN-8c logic input card
cABT-CU-11LT control unit has integrated communication card and audio input/output card.
1. Audio input
2. Audio outputs
3. Logic inputs/outputs
4. Optical ber connectors
5. RS485 communication port
6. LAN PoE port
7. LAN/WAN port
8. LAN port

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3. Connecting control units
3.1 CHAIN typology
In CHAIN typology, the connection is not redundant. Connecting units in this system does not guar-
antee eciency operation of the system in the event of communication cable damage. According
to PN-EN 54-16 norm, connections between VAS control units in the distributed system must be
redundant. Connections in CHAIN typology are applied in RACK cabinets, and in the system not
responsible for sending evacuation messages.
Fig. 8.
ABT-CU-11LT
ABT-CU-11LT
ABT-CU-8LCD
Example of CHAIN typology control units connection

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3.2 RING typology
In RING typology, the connection between system elements is redundant. The wires do not have
any tips, but form a ring. In the event of cable/communication optic ber damage, the system still
functions by using the remaining part of the ring.
Fig. 9.
ABT-CU-11LT
ABT-CU-11LT
ABT-CU-8LCD
RING typology control units connection (ber connection)

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3.3 Individual connection without backup amplier
using ABT-CU-11LT / ABT-CU-11LCD
Individual connection of each of the amplier channels with control cards without backup amplier.
Fig. 10.
POWER SUPPLY MANAGER
ABT-PSM48
ADDRESS
Audio OUT4 Audio OUT3 Audio OUT2 Audio OUT1
0
5
9
4
8
3
7
2
6
1
RS485PSM AUDIO OUT
Local Audio IN
Local Audio OUT 1-4
RS485
Channel 4 IN
Channel 3 IN
Channel 2 IN
Channel 1 IN
ABT-ISLE
ABT-CU-11LT
ABT-PA8080B
Amplier individual connection with ABT-CU-11LT / ABT-CU-11LCD

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3.4 Connection with 100V internal buses
using ABT-CU-11LT / ABT-CU-11LCD
Fig. 11.
POWER SUPPLY MANAGER
ABT-PSM48
ADDRESS
Audio OUT4 Audio OUT3 Audio OUT2 Audio OUT1
0
5
9
4
8
3
7
2
6
1
RS485PSM AUDIO OUT
LocalAudi o IN
LocalAudi o OUT1- 4
RS485
Channel 4 IN
Channel 3 IN
Channel 2 IN
Channel 1 IN
ABT-ISLE
ABT-CU-11LT
ABT-PA8080B
Connection with amplier redundant channels using ABT-CU-11LT / ABT-CU-11LTLCD

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3.5 Individual connection with backup amplier
using ABT-CU-11LT / ABT-CU-11LCD
Individual connection of each of the amplier channels with control cards with backup amplier
(possible to connect up to 4backup channels/ampliers).
Fig. 12.
POWER SUPPLY MANAGER
ABT-PSM48
ADDRESS
Audio OUT4 Audio OUT3 Audio OUT2 Audio OUT1
0
5
9
4
8
3
7
2
6
1
RS485PSM AUDIOOUT
Local Audio IN
Local Audio OUT 1-4
RS485
ABT-ISLE
ADDRESS
Audio OUT4 Audio OUT3 Audio OUT2 Audio OUT1
0
5
9
4
8
3
7
2
6
1
RS485PSM AUDIOOUT
Local Audio IN
Local Audio OUT 1-4
RS485
Channel 4 IN
Channel 3 IN
Channel 2 IN
Channel 1 IN
ABT-ISLE
ABT-CU-11LT
ABT-PA8080B
Connecting back-up amplier

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3.6 Connection between Power Supply Manager and Control Unit
Fig. 13.
POWER SUPPLY MANAGER
ABT-PSM48
ABT-CU-8LCD
ADDRESS
Audio OUT4 Audio OUT3 Audio OUT2 Audio OUT1
0
5
9
4
8
3
7
2
6
1
RS485PSM AUDIO OUT
Local Audio IN
Local Audio OUT 1-4
RS485
ABT-ISLE
Channel 4 IN
Channel 3 IN
Channel 2 IN
Channel 1 IN
Connection between Power Supply Manager ABT-PSM48 and Control Unit
byaudio/RS interface ABT-ISLE

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3.7 Power supply
Fig. 14.
POWER SUPPLY MANAGER
ABT-PSM48
ABT-CU-8LCD
ABT-PA8080B
ABT-PA8160B
ABT-PS48800 ABT-PS48800 ABT-PS48800 ABT-PS48800
Thermistor NTC
63A 63A
Power supply diagram

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4. Technical data
4.1 Technical data of ABT-CU-8LCD
Model ABT-CU-8LCD
Power supply
48 V DC (operating range 40-57V DC)
connector with screw terminals M2.5,
the distance between the partitions of 5.08mm
Power consumption Up to 60 W (depends on conguration)
Number of function slots 4
Number of control slots 8
Messages Supported SD HC up to 32 GB / The set included 512 MB
SLCSDHC cards provide more than 20 min ofthemessages
LCD display 4,5” LCD touch screen
DSP
Implemented 3 band parametric EQ on all inputs on
control units / 16 band parametric EQ and Delay lines
on each of the audio output
Data communication
Communication between devices over large distances:
Ű 1000BASE-X on the ber
Ű 2 ports provide a redundant connection
Communication between devices installed side by side:
Ű 1000BASE-TX / RJ45 CAT5E cables after –
2 ports available on the back panel.
Ű 100BASE-TX / RJ45 CAT5 cables after –
1 port available on the rear panel
for connection to an external network (see notes)
Ű 100BASE-TX / RJ45 CAT5 cables after – 1 port available
on the front panel (the main processor card) for
connection to an external network
Fiber module –
connector type / kind of ber
Modules type SFC / Connector SC / LC /
Multimode or single-mode / E 30 or E 90, OM lub OM2
Communication with PC PC software: RJ45 connector twisted pair connection
TIA/EIA 568-B by the Ethernet protocol
Operating temperature 0°C / +60°C
Operating humidity 15% to 80% (non-condensing)

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Storage temperature -20°C / +70°C
Storage Humidity 15% to 80% (non-condensing)
Finish Case Material Steel / The front panel is made of metal plate painted black
Dimensions 482 (W) × 85 (H) × 325 (D) mm
Mounting 19˝ – rackmount
Weight Up to 8 kg (depends on conguration)
Accessories 2 brackets and 4 screws for rack, 8 caps for free slots
4.2 Technical data of ABT-CU-11LCD
Model ABT-CU -11LCD
Power supply
48 V DC (operating range 40-57 V DC)
connectorwith screw terminals M2.5,
the distance between the partitions of 5.08 mm
Power consumption Up to 100 W (depends on conguration)
Number of control slots 11
Number of function slots 0
Messages Supported SD HC up to 32 GB / The set included 512 MB
SLCSDHC cards provide more than 20 min ofthemessages
LCD display 4,5” LCD touch screen
DSP
Implemented 3 band parametric EQ on all 4inputs of
thecontrol units / 8 band parametric EQ, audio limiter
anddelayline on all of the audio outputs
Number of audio inputs 4
Type of audio inputs Dierential
Connector type 1× RJ45
Frequency response 40 Hz… 20 kHz (@1dB) / 400 Hz… 8 kHz (@0,1dB)
Input impedance ≥ 10 kΩ
Maximum input voltage ≥ 3 Vrms
Number of outputs 12
Type of outputs Balanced