AVstumpfl SC MASTER 2M User manual

SC MASTER 4M
SC MASTER 2M
AV Stumpfl

SC MASTER 4M Contents •i
Contents
Introduction 1
Control centre and MP3 player ............................................1
The Features .......................................................................2
Versions and Scope of Supply.............................................4
Upgrade for 2M version...................................................5
Accessories.....................................................................5
Address ...............................................................................7
Documentation Status.....................................................7
Front and Rear Views 9
Front view ..........................................................................10
Rear View ..........................................................................12
IR remote control unit ........................................................14
Getting Started 16
General .........................................................................16
Cable Connections and Power Supply ..............................16
Programming shows 19
Overview............................................................................19
Programming with Wings Platinum....................................21
Preparatory steps..........................................................21
Creating a project..........................................................22

ii •Contents
Special Features for Programming............................... 23
Producing a Show Medium 25
General ............................................................................. 25
Generating data for the SC MASTER ............................... 27
The FlashCard Dialog in Wings Platinum..................... 27
Creating the presentation data for the CF Card ........... 30
Specifying show properties .......................................... 34
Editing Remote Properties of Shows ................................ 37
Special settings ............................................................ 40
Editing Remote Properties in SHOW.INI...................... 40
Data Transfer to CF Card ................................................. 43
Copying the show data onto a CF card ........................ 43
Playback of shows 45
Presentations - compact layout and comfortable handling 45
Navigation within a show.............................................. 48
Extended selection of shows........................................ 49
IR remote control range................................................ 50
Continuing a show after power failure............................... 51
Show Start with Timer....................................................... 52
Mixer and Audio Routing 53
General......................................................................... 53
Structure of Card player and Mixer ................................... 53
The card player ............................................................ 54
Special characteristics of playback of multi-channel sound55
Schematic mixer diagram............................................. 57
Mixer operation............................................................. 58
Audio Routings.................................................................. 63
How to select Audio Routings ...................................... 63
Stereo sound without live comments............................ 64

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Multi-channel sound without live comments..................65
Stereo sound with live comments and Ducking Function66
Stereo sound with multi-channel player and live comments68
Stereo sound with equalizer at LINE-IN 1.....................69
Multi-channel sound with separate volume controls .....71
Parallel stereo sound at LINE-OUT1 and LINE-OUT2..73
Multi-channel card player with separate volume controls74
Zero dB settings............................................................75
Microphone operation ........................................................76
Microphone connection.................................................76
Operation of radio microphones....................................77
Equalizer usage ............................................................77
Settings for the Ducking Function .................................78
SC NET System 81
General .........................................................................81
Cable Connections and Power Supply ..............................81
Address configuration ........................................................82
Setting addresses in the Media Pool ............................82
Setting the addresses at the hardware .........................83
Subadresses of the SC Master .....................................84
Ensuring communication within the SC Net.......................85
The Menu 87
Layout of the Menu............................................................87
How to use the menu.........................................................89
Menu operation via IR remote control...........................92
Menu Chart........................................................................93
The Menu Items 95
Setting ...............................................................................95
Load ..............................................................................95

iv •Contents
Save ............................................................................. 95
Factory ......................................................................... 95
Options.............................................................................. 98
AuxAdrs (Auxiliary address) ......................................... 98
RSOAdrs (RS-Out address) ......................................... 98
SCNet (SCNet Communication)................................... 98
ContShw (Continue Show) ........................................... 99
TrayStP (Tray Starting Position)................................... 99
PDCMode................................................................... 100
Display........................................................................ 101
IRRecve (IR-Receive) ................................................ 102
RMT-Out (Remote-Out).............................................. 102
HighLgt (High Light Function)..................................... 103
DataIO (Data In/Out) .................................................. 104
232InBd (Baud rate for RS232-In).............................. 105
Sound.............................................................................. 106
Master ........................................................................ 106
Input ........................................................................... 109
LinOut2 (Line Out 2)................................................... 110
Routing ....................................................................... 112
SaveVol (Save Volume) ............................................. 116
Slider .......................................................................... 116
Signal .............................................................................. 118
Priorty (Priority) .......................................................... 118
DigiCod (Digital Coding)............................................. 118
Cue-In......................................................................... 119
Cue Out ...................................................................... 120
ContDLC (Continual DLC).......................................... 121
ExtTC (External Timecode) ........................................ 122
RSOut ............................................................................. 123
Driver.......................................................................... 123
NumOfPr (Number of Projectors) ............................... 124
Timer............................................................................... 124

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AutoTim (Auto Timer)..................................................124
Command....................................................................125
TTime (Timer Time) ....................................................125
Info...................................................................................126
Trouble shooting 127
Finding faults ...................................................................127
List of problems ...............................................................128
Update of operating software 132
Updating ..........................................................................132
Technical Appendix 134
ASCII protocol..................................................................134
Connector configuration ..................................................138
RS232-IN connector ...................................................138
RS232-OUT connector................................................139
SC NET connector ......................................................140
CUE-IN connector .......................................................141
CUE-OUT connector ...................................................141
Audio connectors ........................................................142
REMOTE connector ....................................................143
AUX connector............................................................144
DATA IN / OUT connector...........................................145
POWER connector......................................................146
Technical Data.................................................................146
Glossary 147
Index]150

SC MASTER 4M Introduction •1
Introduction
Control centre and MP3 player
SC MASTER series units are MP3 players featuring a su-
perordinate Show Control Management for controlling multi-
media events. Within the SC Net network, they form the cen-
tral control system with a variety of input and output options.
Sound and control information is stored on a memory card the
size of a postage stamp. Direct and undelayed access ensures
both synchronization and interaction. The SC MASTER gives
you "complete control"! Congratulations and welcome to the
Stumpfl system!
The core of the device is a microprocessor with programmable
operating software which allows the many features and func-
tions of this new generation of control units to be implemented.
The required configuration settings can be made, saved and
called up in the entry menu. Any future developments can
easily be incorporated via software updates, which will keep
your unit always up-to-date.
This manual with its step-by-step instructions should help you
to familiarize yourself with all the features and possibilities of
this device.
This manual is also available as PDF document. The latest
version can be downloaded from our website.

2 •Introduction
The Features
To provide a feeling for the extraordinary efficiency of the SC
MASTER we have listed the most important features below. If
some of the topics inspire your curiosity, just follow the cross
references for further information.
Audio
•The integrated audio player offers up to four channels,
works without any movable parts, i.e. it is virtually wear-
free, and uses a Compact Flash Card (called CF Card for
short) as data carrier. The audio data are compressed in
accordance with the Fraunhofer MPEG1 Layer3 audio
compression format (called MP3 for short).
•On a CF card the size of a postage stamp with a storage
capacity of 512 MB more than eight hours of stereo sound
can be stored at a quality which is similar to that of a CD.
•Integrated IR-remote controllable audio mixer with four
stereo inputs (two for the card player and two for external
sources) and a microphone input.
•The mixer can easily and conveniently be configured for a
variety of applications via the routing menu.
•Automatic Ducking Function: As soon as the speaker talks
into the microphone, the levels of all other audio sources
are automatically reduced so that the spoken parts remain
clear and understandable despite the music in the back-
ground.

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Control
•Control of external components via SC NET, DLC data
signal or the integrated RS232 interface.
•Control of lighting and other devices via DMX512 signals.
The first six channels are available via a special optional
cable (DMX or DALI); control of up to 64 channels via the
optional DMX Upgrade Module.
•Control of building engineering technology via the DALI
system and the configurable REMOTE connector (DALI or
DMX). All 16 DALI groups are available, but there is no dif-
ferentiation between subaddresses.
•Four floating relays for switching tasks.
•Multi-functional DATA I/O-Port for linking up with periph-
eral devices, e.g. transponder reader for identification of
individual visitors.
•Comprehensive timer function and synchronization with
DCF77 signal with the optional radio clock module.
•Freely definable show configurations via Scheduler file.
Even highly complex conditions can be specified.
•Remote control via the RS 232 input for integration with
superordinate media control systems.
•Remote input for direct starting of shows via simple key-
pads.
•Direct connection of a keypad matrix with up to 24 keys.
•Connection of light barriers and motion detectors.
•Interactive show design in response to a variety of input
conditions, e.g. branching to other show sections by
pressing a key.

4 •Introduction
•In the case of a power failure while playing back a show
from CF Card, SC MASTER automatically saves the posi-
tion where the show was broken off. After starting up
again, you can resume the show from the same position.
•Simple, intuitive programming of all sequences via Wings
Platinum software. Subprograms can be called up via the
Call Function; sequences that remain the same needn't be
programmed more than once.
•All settings are menu driven via a display, which is well
readable from all angles, with the brightness being adjust-
able. Up to six set-up configurations can be saved and re-
trieved at any time.
•The SC MASTER operating software can be updated via a
file and a Windows PC at any time.
Versions and Scope of Supply
Both device versions are identical in their hardware, but offer
differing MP3 player functions.
•2M version: Stereo card player
•4M version: 4-channel card player
The 2M version can be software-upgraded at any time - in
terms of its hardware the unit is fully equipped.

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All devices include the following:
•IR remote control unit
•Power Supply Unit AC-3
•User Manual and Wings Platinum CD ROM
Upgrade for 2M version
•4-channel card player
Accessories
•Compact Flash cards (CF cards) with varying memory
capacities of up to 2 GB.
•EC Mixer with two sliders which can be allocated to any
channel.
•Start keypad with up to 3 keys for connection to the
REMOTE connector
•Keypad with 16 keys for direct connection to the RS 232-IN
connector
•Transponder for object oriented event triggering.
•Motion detectors and light barriers
•Radio clock module for time-controlled presentation to be
connected to the REMOTE connector.
•OC/Analog Module with 16 open-collector switch outputs
and 8 analog outputs 0 – 10 V.

6 •Introduction
•DMX Upgrade Module for direct control of up to 64 DMX
channels.
•DMX512 extension cable for connection to REMOTE con-
nector, SCK-MDMXE
•External IR receiver for connection to the REMOTE connec-
tor
Important note on the disposal of the equipment
Please do not dispose your Stumpfl equipment
in unsorted household waste. Take it to a
collection or recycling place for electronic
waste provided by your municipality, commu-
nity or city. This helps to protect the environ-
ment, as all the parts of the unit, i.e. also the
dangerous substances contained in electronic
components will be disposed of accordingly
and the reusable components be reintroduced
in the economic cycle.

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Address
If you would like to contact us, just write a letter, send us a fax
or an e-mail. We'll be pleased to hear from you!
Visit our website on the Internet. We'll always have the latest
information and software ready for you!
AV Stumpfl GmbH
Mitterweg 46
A-4702 Wallern
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
Internet: http://www.stumpfl.com
Documentation Status
Last reviewed: 31.01.2006
SC MASTER 4M firmware: 3.94
Wings Platinum Version: 2.40
This manual has been prepared with care and contains all
information about the SC MASTER 4M available at the time of
print.
This documentation is also available as a PDF file, which,
under certain circumstances, may be more up-to-date than the
printed version. If necessary, contact us for the latest Help
versions.

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Front and Rear Views

10 •Front and Rear Views
Front view
1. Dot matrix display
2. Keys for menu and show selection as well as for volume
control for the MASTER output.
3. ESC key for the menu and for aborting running shows
(press for more than one second)
4. ENTER key for the menu, for show start and restart from
X-times or pause markers.
5. PC LED lights up, when the PC is connected
6. SHOW LED is on while a show is running; it starts blinking
when an X-time has been encountered.

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7. LOCK LED lights up when a valid digital audio signal is
applied
8. CUE LED is illuminated when a show is run from CF card
or while a control signal is read. Blinking signalizes that a
control signal is output without a show running.
9. ON/OFF switch with control LED, is illuminated when ON
10. Eject button for the memory card
11. Compact Flash Card slot (CF card for short)
12. AUX LEDs light up when the corresponding relay is open
or closed, respectively.
13. IR receiving diode behind the display

12 •Front and Rear Views
Rear View
1. REMOTE connector for connection of cable-operated
remote control unit, query switches, Radio Clock Module,
cable for DMX or DALI, output of two OC switches (not all
of them can be run at the same time!).
2. RS232-OUT connector, serial interface RS232 for control
of external devices
3. Data jack incl. 8 IN/OUT channels for controlling special
interfaces. See page 104.
4. CUE-IN connector, configurable interface for timecode,
control signals and digital audio signals with control infor-
mation. See page 119.
5. LINE-OUT2 connector, outputs for the second mixer
stereo pair (channels 3 + 4)