AUDAC APC100 MK2 User manual

APC100 MK2
User Manual
www.audac.eu

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Index
Introduction 5
Precautions 6
Safety requirements 6
Caution servicing 7
EC Declaration of Conformity 7
Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) 8
Chapter 1: Connections and connectors 9
Connection standards 9
Chapter 2: Overview APC100MK2 11
Front panel APC100MK2 11
Rear panel APC100MK2 12
Chapter 3: Configuring the APC100MK2 13
Configuration interface 13
Login screen 13
Configuration screen 14
Network settings 15
Password settings 16
Time settings 17
RS232 settings 18
Address settings 19
Factory settings 20
Chapter 4: Using the APC100MK2 21
Chapter 5: Additional information 22
IP Basics 22
Technical specifications 24

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The APC100MK2 is a configuration and control unit for use in combination with a wide
variation of controllable AUDAC and 3rd party devices, ranging from matrix systems and
mixers to paging consoles, wall panels and many more.
Featuring various kinds of communication ports including TCP/IP, RS232 & RS485, it
can create a connection between various connected devices in your installation. The
selectable baud-rate allows compatibility with a large number of compatible devices.
It makes the installers life easier and time saving. Complex system configurations and
updates can be made in a moment, as well as back-ups and duplicates. Specific files
such as voice-file messages and screensavers can be uploaded without requiring no
more than the APC100MK2 and a computer. An internal real-time clock allows syn-
chronizations for time controlled events in external devices. (When synchronized with
internet time server)
The AUDAC system manager software application allows the user to manage and
control APC100MK2’s functions together with full configuration functionalities for any
‘smart’ connected devices. (through TCP/IP, RS232 or RS485)
In addition it can also be used as a standard gateway receiving serial communication
and converting into TCP/IP format and reversed. This allows system integration for de-
vices such as audio sources & power amplifiers without integrated network capabili-
ties to be implemented into your automation system. Using the freely available AUDAC
Touch™ application and the APC100MK2, total system control for 3rd party devices is
made possible.
Introduction
Universal configuration & control unit

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Precautions
READ FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY
ALWAYS KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS. NEVER THROW THEM AWAY
ALWAYS HANDLE THIS UNIT WITH CARE
HEED ALL WARNINGS
FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
NEVER EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN, MOISTURE, ANY DRIPPING OR SPLASHING
LIQUID. AND NEVER PLACE AN OBJECT FILLED WITH LIQUID ON TOP OF THIS DEVICE
NO NAKED FLAME SOURCES, SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, SHOULD BE PLACED
ON THE APPARATUS
DO NOT PLACE THIS UNIT IN AN ENCLOSED ENVIRONMENT SUCH AS A BOOKSHELF
OR CLOSET. ENSURE THERE IS ADEQUATE VENTILATION TO COOL THE UNIT. DO NOT
BLOCK THE VENTILATION OPENINGS.
DO NOT STICK ANY OBJECTS THROUGH THE VENTILATION OPENINGS.
DO NOT INSTALL THIS UNIT NEAR ANY HEAT SOURCES SUCH AS RADIATORS OR
OTHER APPARATUS THAT PRODUCE HEAT
DO NOT PLACE THIS UNIT IN ENVIRONMENTS WHICH CONTAIN HIGH LEVELS OF
DUST, HEAT, MOISTURE OR VIBRATION
THIS UNIT IS DEVELOPED FOR INDOOR USE ONLY. DO NOT USE IT OUTDOORS
PLACE THE UNIT ON A STABLE BASE OR MOUNT IT IN A STABLE RACK
ONLY USE ATTACHMENTS & ACCESSORIES SPECIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER
UNPLUG THIS APPARATUS DURING LIGHTNING STORMS OR WHEN UNUSED FOR
LONG PERIODS OF TIME
ONLY CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A MAINS SOCKET OUTLET WITH PROTECTIVE
EARTHING CONNECTION
THE MAINS PLUG OR APPLIANCE COUPLER IS USED AS THE DISCONNECT DEVICE,
SO THE DISCONNECT DEVICE SHALL BE READILY OPERABLE
USE THE APPARATUS ONLY IN MODERATE CLIMATES

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CAUTION - SERVICING
This product contains no user serviceable parts. Refer all servicing
to qualified service personnel. Do not perform any servicing
(unless you are qualified to)
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
This product conforms to all the essential requirements and further
relevant specifications described in following directives: 2014/30/
EU (EMC) and 2014/35/EU (LVD)
WASTE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT (WEEE)
The WEEE marking indicates that this product should not be
disposed with regular household waste at the end of its life cycle.
This regulation is created to prevent any possible harm to the
environment or human health.
This product is developed and manufactured with high quality
materials and components which can be recycled and/or reused.
Please dispose this product at your local collection point or
recycling centre for electrical and electronic waste. This will make
sure that it will be recycled on an environmentally friendly manner,
and will help to protect the environment in which we all live.
CAUTION
The symbols shown are internationally recognized symbols that warn about potential
hazards of electrical products. The lightning flash with arrow point in an equilateral
triangle means that the unit contains dangerous voltages. The exclamation point in
an equilateral triangle indicates that it is necessary for the user to refer to the users
manual.
These symbols warn that there are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not
open the unit. Do not attempt to service the unit yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified
personnel. Opening the chassis for any reason will void the manufacturer’s warranty.
Do not get the unit wet. If liquid is spilled on the unit, shut it off immediately and take
it to a dealer for service. Disconnect the unit during storms to prevent damage.

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Chapter 1
Connections and connectors
CONNECTION STANDARDS
The in- and output connections for AUDAC audio equipment are performed according
to international wiring standards for professional audio equipment.
RS232 (serial connection interface):
For connection with home & industrial automation systems, controllable equipment, ...
Connection Standard RS232
PIN 2 APC100MK2 TX
PIN 3 APC100MK2 RX
PIN 5 GND
Settings 19200 Baud (default)
8 Bit
1 Stop bit
No parity
No Handshaking
RJ45 (RS485, Audio, +24V DC):
For connection to matrix systems / peripheral devices
Pin 1 White-Orange AUDIO A
Pin 2 Orange AUDIO B
Pin 3 White-Green +24V DC
Pin 4 Blue RS485 A
Pin 5 White-Blue RS485 B
Pin 6 Green GND
Pin 7 White-Brown AUDIO A
Pin 8 Brown AUDIO B

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