Axel Falcon 35 MKII User manual

Falcon35MKII
FM,ST/WEB,TV
Digital Audio Processor
User Manual
(Rev. 3.5)
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Falcon 35 FM, ST/WEB, TV
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1 TABLE OF CONTENTS
1TABLE OF CONTENTS.............................................................................................................................3
2AVAILABLE VERSIONS............................................................................................................................5
2.1 FM VERSION........................................................................................................................................................ 5
2.2 ST /WEB VERSION ............................................................................................................................................. 6
2.3 TV VERSION ........................................................................................................................................................ 6
3FM VERSION - BLOCK DIAGRAM ...........................................................................................................7
4ST / WEB VERSION – BLOCK DIAGRAM ...............................................................................................8
5TV VERSION – BLOCK DIAGRAM...........................................................................................................9
6SAFETY WARNINGS / ISTRUZIONI PER LA SICUREZZA...................................................................10
6.1 FOREWORD.................................................................................................................................................... 10
7SAFETY WARNINGS...............................................................................................................................11
8CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES........................................................................................12
9ISTRUZIONI IMPORTANTI PER LA SICUREZZA..................................................................................13
10 WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE.................................................................................................14
11 INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD ........................................................................15
12 UNPACKING AND INSPECTION.........................................................................................................16
13 FIRST INSTALLATION RECOMMENDATIONS..................................................................................17
13.1 POWER SUPPLY CABLE............................................................................................................................... 17
13.2 AC MAINS VOLTAGE SETTING(230 V/115 V)......................................................................................... 17
13.3 FUSE REPLACEMENT................................................................................................................................... 18
13.4 PROTECTION AGAINST LIGHTNING ........................................................................................................ 18
13.5 VENTILATION ............................................................................................................................................... 18
14 I/O BASIC SETTINGS..........................................................................................................................19
14.1 ANALOG AUDIO INPUT IMPEDANCE....................................................................................................... 19
14.2 DIGITAL INPUT IMPEDANCE ..................................................................................................................... 19
14.3 50 US/75 USOUTPUT PREEMPHASIS SETTING (FM VERSION ONLY) ................................................ 20
14.4 LCD BACKLIGHT CONTROL....................................................................................................................... 20
15 MPX BOARD CONNECTIONS (FM VERSION ONLY) .......................................................................21
15.1 DEFAULT MPX BOARD CONFIGURATION (FM-MPX VERSION ONLY) ............................................. 21
15.2 THE MPX BOARD –BLOCK DIAGRAM ..................................................................................................... 23
16 THE ‘SPLIT’ MODE (FM VERSION ONLY).........................................................................................24
16.1 HOW TOACTIVATE THE‘SPLIT’ MODE (FM VERSION ONLY)............................................................ 24
17 GENERAL DESCRIPTION...................................................................................................................26
17.1 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS AND SIGNALLINGS ..................................................................................... 26
17.2 REAR PANEL VIEW (FM, TV,ST /WEB) ....................................................................................................... 26
17.3 DISPLAY DESCRIPTION............................................................................................................................... 28
18 AUDIO I/O AND SERIAL PORT WIRING ............................................................................................ 29
18.1 ANALOG AUDIO INPUT............................................................................................................................... 29
18.2 DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT *............................................................................................................................. 29
8.2.1 Converting between AES/EBU and S/PDIF interfaces............................................................................. 30
18.3 DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT **....................................................................................................................... 30
18.4 ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT........................................................................................................................... 30
18.5 SERIAL PORTS............................................................................................................................................... 31
19 BROWSING THE MENU TREE............................................................................................................32
19.1 FM VERSION –MENU TREE ........................................................................................................................ 34
19.2 ST /WEB VERSION –MENU TREE.............................................................................................................. 35
19.3 ‘TV’ VERSION –MENU TREE....................................................................................................................... 36
20 I/O CALIBRATION AND SYSTEM SETUP..........................................................................................37
20.1 ANALOG /DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT SELECTION...................................................................................... 37
20.2 ANALOG INPUT LEVEL ADJUSTMENT..................................................................................................... 38
20.3 MONO /STEREO INPUT OPERATION (ST AND TV VERSION ONLY)....................................................... 38
20.4 VOICE CONTROL (ST AND FM VERSIONS ONLY) .................................................................................. 39
21 AGC CALIBRATION AND SETUP (FM and ST / WEB versions) .....................................................40
21.1 AGC SPEED..................................................................................................................................................... 40
21.2 AGC MODE..................................................................................................................................................... 40
22 AGC CALIBRATION AND SETUP (TV version).................................................................................42
22.1 OPERATIVE PRINCIPLES............................................................................................................................. 42
22.2 GATE LEVEL...................................................................................................................................................... 42
22.3 FLOOR LEVEL.................................................................................................................................................... 42

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22.4 FLOOR AGC...................................................................................................................................................... 43
22.5 WORK AGC ...................................................................................................................................................... 43
22.6 MAX GAIN......................................................................................................................................................... 43
22.7 DEFAULT VALUES FOR AGC –TV VERSION........................................................................................... 43
23 SETUP OF DISCRETE (L & R) AUDIO OUTPUT................................................................................44
23.1 ANALOG OUTPUT LEVEL ...........................................................................................................................44
23.2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT LEVEL .............................................................................................................. 44
23.3 NOISE GATE SETTING (NOISE GATE) .......................................................................................................... 44
23.4 ANALOG OUTPUT PRE-EMPHASIS............................................................................................................ 45
23.5 OUTPUT PRE-EMPHASIS FOR THE FM VERSION ONLY: .......................................................................... 45
23.6 DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT PRE-EMPHASIS (ST VERSION ONLY)............................................................... 46
23.7 CHANGING THE OPERATING MODE (OUTPUT MODE)............................................................................... 46
23.8 POWER LIMITER CONTROL ITU 412 (ST VERSION ONLY) ......................................................................... 46
24 SETUP OF WEB OUTPUT on the ‘ST’ version..................................................................................48
25 SETUP OF MPX OUTPUT (FM version only).....................................................................................49
25.1 MPX OUTPUT LEVEL*.................................................................................................................................. 49
25.2 MPX OUTPUT PREEMPHASIS (FM VERSION ONLY)*.................................................................................. 50
25.3 PILOT CALIBRATION (FM VERSION ONLY)*............................................................................................... 50
25.4 RDS SIGNAL LEVEL CONTROL (FM VERSION ONLY)***.......................................................................... 51
26 ADDITIONAL SETUP TASKS..............................................................................................................52
26.1 SERIAL PORT ENABLING (SERIAL MODULE).............................................................................................. 52
26.2 STEREO ENHANCEMENT SETTING (STRENHMODULE) .......................................................................... 52
26.3 READING OUT THEFIRMWARE CODE .......................................................................................................... 53
26.4 READING OUT THEINTERNAL TEMPERATURE.......................................................................................... 53
26.5 READING OUT THEFIRMWARE VERSION...................................................................................................... 53
27 CHOOSING THE PROCESSING CURVE (all versions) ....................................................................54
27.1 INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................................ 54
27.2 HEAVILY SPOKEN PROGRAMS ................................................................................................................. 54
27.3 HEAVILY MUSICAL PROGRAMS............................................................................................................... 54
27.4 CREATING ANEW CURVE VIA THE MENU ............................................................................................. 55
28 THE PC CONTROL SOFTWARE (FM , ST/WEB, TV versions) ........................................................58
28.1 INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................................ 58
28.2 BIDIRECTIONAL MODE (DIRECT CONTROL).......................................................................................... 58
28.3 MONO-DIRECTIONAL MODE (REMOTE).................................................................................................. 59
28.4 INSTALLATION............................................................................................................................................. 60
28.5 SOFTWARE SETUP........................................................................................................................................ 61
28.6 LOAD, SAVE AND RESTORE FUNCTIONS................................................................................................ 62
28.7 LOADING AN EXISTING CONFIGURATION............................................................................................. 62
28.8 SAVING THE CURRENT CONFIGURATION.............................................................................................. 62
28.9 THE ‘RESTORE’ FUNCTION ........................................................................................................................63
28.10 BI-DIRECTIONAL CONNECTION MODE............................................................................................... 64
28.11 THE ‘TARGET NAME AND GROUP NAME’ IDENTIFIERS.................................................................. 65
28.12 PROCESSOR PANEL LOCK FUNCTION ................................................................................................. 65
28.13 UNIDIRECTIONAL CONNECTION MODE ............................................................................................. 66
29 USING THE RDS SECTION (FM version ONLY) ...............................................................................68
29.1 MAIN SCREEN ............................................................................................................................................... 68
29.2 RDS SERVICES -QUICK SUMMARY.......................................................................................................... 69
29.3 TAREMOTE CONTROL TROUGH OPTO INTERFACE............................................................................. 70
29.4 PS (PROGRAM SERVICE NAME)PANEL ........................................................................................................... 71
29.5 SINGLE PS OR PS SEQUENCES ................................................................................................................... 71
29.6 PS IN SCROLLING MODE............................................................................................................................. 72
29.7 HINTS AND TIPS ABOUT DYNAMIC PS MODE........................................................................................ 73
29.8 ALTERNATIVE FREQUENCIES LIST.......................................................................................................... 73
29.9 AF METHODS AAND B ................................................................................................................................ 74
29.10 HOW TOGET THE RDS OPTION AFTER PURCHASING THEEQUIPMENT...................................... 76
30 FIRMWARE UPGRADE PROCEDURE ...............................................................................................77
31 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - FM version....................................................................................81
32 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - ST / WEB version.........................................................................83
33 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS – TV version....................................................................................85
34 WARRANTY .........................................................................................................................................86

AVAILABLE VERSIONS
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2 AVAILABLE VERSIONS
2.1 FM VERSION
Thanks to its state-of-the-art digital technology, the processor integrates, as an option, a Stereo MPX coder (including
composite clipper) and a RDS coder.
The digital MPX stereo coder (optional) represents the ideal ‘final touch’ of processing.
As it is directly built-in, it is totally harmonized with all other signal processing stages and ensures the best results in
signal density while adhering to modulation limits.
The digital RDS coder (optional) provides all the CENELEC basic services : PS, PI, PTY, M/S, AF, RT, DI, TP, TA.
The Traffic Announcement flag may be remotely activated through a dedicated interface (available on request) and
Program service Name may be broadcast in a sequential mode with scrolling effect.
The RDS programming is achieved through the Pc control software which comes with the unit.
The ‘basic’ version of the processor includes analog stereo in & out, two Serial ports for Pc control software.
OPTIONAL FEATURES
DG-IN Digital AES/EBU audio input (optical and coaxial)
MPX Digital, built-in stereo coder
RDS Digital, built-in Radio Data System encoder
TA Interface for Remote TA control
SPLIT MPX split function. The SPLIT function allows the processor output MPX1 to toggle between an
external signal applied to AUX 1 input and the MPX signal internally generated.
SW Pc control software
the RDS and TA options require the MPX option installed
The Split function is tipically used to alternate two different audio programs (for example a national program
and a local program) at the output of the processor. The national program is provided at the AUX1 input,
while the local program is processed by the processor itself. Whenever the RDS option is fitted on the
processor, You may also keep the same RDS info on both programs as well as alternate an external
MPX+RDS with internal MPX+RDS.

AVAILABLE VERSIONS
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2.2 ST / WEB VERSION
The ST version with firmware version newer than 3.10 now includes also WEB processing for diffusing audio on the Web
(Web-casting).
The processor has active-balanced Left and Right channel, line level analog outputs for applications requiring
discrete L/R processed audio.
Audio input and outputs are available both in analog and digital way (digital available as an option). The digital input
supports AES3/EBU and S/PDIF formats with several sample rates. Thanks to its automatic recognition of both format
and level of injected signal, it doesn’t require any specific configuration.
The ST version is very recommended for use with external stereo coders (also called ‘MPX coders’), thanks to its
perfect control over modulation peaks and deviation.
When the WEB control is activated, the processor turns into a state-of-art Web processor, with the capability to largely
increase the audio quality of signals streamed on the Internet.
By using the Web processor the final web user will definitely get the maximum loudness and the intelligibility allowed by
the audio streaming / web casting.
The ‘basic’ version of the processor includes analog stereo in & out, two Serial ports for Pc control software. The
following options are available on request:
OPTIONAL FEATURES
DG-IN Digital AES/EBU audio input (optical and coaxial)
DG-OUT Digital AES/EBU audio output (optical and coaxial)
SW Pc control software
2.3 TV VERSION
The processor - TV version is a 5 band full digital audio processor performing a perfect control of the audio in tv
broadcasting. Basically, the processor performs a powerful and sophisticated Automatic Gain Controller and also a
perfect and complete sound equalisation. Therefore, by using that processor you can avoid any gap of level between
different programs (e.g. news, movies, commercial spots…. ) and you can easily set equalization parameters (30 pre-
programmed templates and editing other 10 personalised equalisations) to create a superb and unique sound which will
identify yr tv broadcasting. The working range of each operating parameter and the system architecture have been
accurately designed in order to avoid any unpleasant ‘pumping’ effect.
The processor features a front display panel for setting /adjusting all operating parameters and for monitoring
any In/Out and Multiband level. The same settings and the same metering info are available on the Pc
Control software as well.
he ‘basic’ version of the processor includes analog stereo in & out, two Serial ports for Pc control software + the software
OPTIONAL FEATURES
DG-IN Digital AES/EBU audio input (optical and coaxial)
DG-OUT Digital AES/EBU audio output (optical and coaxial)

FM VERSION - BLOCK DIAGRAM
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3 FM VERSION - BLOCK DIAGRAM
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ST / WEB VERSION – BLOCK DIAGRAM
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4 ST / WEB VERSION – BLOCK DIAGRAM

TV VERSION – BLOCK DIAGRAM
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5 TV VERSION – BLOCK DIAGRAM

SAFETY WARNINGS / ISTRUZIONI PER LA SICUREZZA
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6 SAFETY WARNINGS / ISTRUZIONI PER LA SICUREZZA
SAFETY WARNINGS
CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES
ISTRUZIONI IMPORTANTI PER LA SICUREZZA
WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE
INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD
(Rel. 1.2)
6.1 FOREWORD
For your own safety and to avoid invalidation of the warranty all text marked with these Warning Symbols
should be read carefully.
Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of the
vendor.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever arising from the use of information or any error
contained in this manual, or through any mis-operation or fault in hardware contained in the product.
It is recommended that all maintenance and service on the product should be carried out by the manufacturer or its
authorised agents. The manufacturer cannot accept any liability whatsoever for any loss or damage caused by service,
maintenance or repair by unauthorised personnel.

SAFETY WARNINGS
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7 SAFETY WARNINGS
The installation and servicing instructions in this manual are for use by qualified personnel only.
- Read All Instructions. All safety and operating instructions must be read before operating the product. They also
must be retained for future reference, as it contains a number of useful hints for determining the best combination of
equipment settings for Yr particular application.
- Heed All Warnings. All warnings on the product and those listed in the operating instructions must be adhered to.
- Heat. This product must be situated away from any heat sources such as radiators or other products (including
power amplifiers or transmitters) that produce heat.
- Power Sources. This product must be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking label and in
the installation instructions. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your facility, consult your local power
company. Make sure the AC main voltage corresponds to that indicated in the technical specifications. If a different
voltage (ex. 110/115 VAC) is available, open the equipment closure and set the voltage switch on the main supply
circuit, located behind the AC socket
- Power Cord Protection. Power supply cords must be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on nor pinched
by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to the cords at AC wall plugs and convenience
receptacles, and at the point where the cord plugs into the product
- Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified 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.
- Lightning. For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for
long periods of time, unplug it from the AC wall outlet and the audio connections. This will prevent damage to the
product due to lightning and power line surges
- Installation. Configuration and installation should only be carried out by a competent installation engineer
- Cabling. Using high quality wires, well protected. Make sure the cable integrity.
This symbol alerts you to the presence of dangerous voltage inside the closure – voltage which
may be sufficient to constitute a risk of shock. Do not perform any servicing other than that
contained in the operating instructions. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the
appliance.
Do not change the voltage setting or replace the mains fuse without first turning the unit off
and unplugging the mains cord
Make sure the AC main voltage corresponds to that indicated in the technical specifications.
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED !
To avoid risk of fire use the correct value fuse, as indicated on the label stuck on the right
side of the unit.
This apparatus uses a single pole mains switch and does therefore not separate the unit
completely from the mains power. To completely separate from mains power (f.i. in the event
of danger) unplug mains power cord. As the MAINS plug is the disconnect device, the
disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES
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8 CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES
- Lire ces consignes
- Conserver ces consignes
- Observer tous les avertissements
- Suivre toutes les consignes
- Ne pas utiliser cet appareil à proximité de l’eau
- Ne pas obstruer les ouvertures de ventilation. Installer en respectant les consignes du fabricant
- Ne pas installer à proximité d'une source de chaleur telle qu'un radiateur, une bouche de chaleur, un poêle ou
d'autres appareils (dont les amplificateurs) produisant de la chaleur.
- Ne pas annuler la sécurité de la fiche de terre, la troisième branche est destinée à la sécurité. Si la fiche fournie
ne s'adapte pas à la prise électrique, demander à un électricien de remplacer la prise hors normes.
- Protéger le cordon d'alimentation afin que personne ne marche dessus et que rien ne le pince, en particulier aux
fiches, aux prises de courant et au point de sortie de l’appareil
- Utiliser uniquement les accessoires spécifiés par le fabricant
- Utiliser uniquement avec un chariot, un support ou une table spécifié par le fabricant ou vendu avec l’appareil. Si
un chariot est utilisé, déplacer l’ensemble chariot–appareil avec précaution afin de ne pas le renverser, ce qui
pourrait entraîner des blessures
- Débrancher l’appareil pendant les orages ou quand il ne sera pas utilisé pendant longtemps.
- Confier toute réparation à du personnel qualifié. Des réparations sont nécessaires si l’appareil est endommagé
d’une façon quelconque, par exemple: cordon ou prise d’alimentation endommagé, liquide renversé ou objet tombé à
l’intérieur de l’appareil, exposition de l’appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité, appareil qui ne marche pas normalement ou
que l’on a fait tomber.
- NE PAS exposer cet appareil aux égouttures et aux éclaboussements. Ne pas poser des objets contenant de
l'eau, comme des vases, sur l'appareil
Ce symbole indique la présence d'une tension dangereuse dans l'appareil constituant un risque de
choc électrique.
Ce symbole indique que la documentation fournie avec l'appareil contient des instructions
d'utilisation et d'entretien importantes.
Avant de modifier le commutateur de changement de tension ou replacer le fusible il faut
débrancher l’appareil de la prise électrique. Pendant son usage, l’appareil doit etre branchee à la
prise de terre
Utiliser le fusible principal AC avec le valeur qui est indiquée sur l'étiquette collée sur le coffret.
Assurez-vous que la tension principale AC correspond à celle indiquée dans les spécifications
techniques.
L’interrupteur d’alimentation interrompt un pôle du réseau d’alimentation excepté le conducteur
de terre de protection. En cas de danger, debrancher le cordon d'alimentation. Parce que la prise
du réseau de alimentation est utilisée comme dispositif de déconnexion, ce dispositif doit
demeuré aisément accessible

ISTRUZIONI IMPORTANTI PER LA SICUREZZA
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9 ISTRUZIONI IMPORTANTI PER LA SICUREZZA
- Leggere le presenti istruzioni
- Conservare queste istruzioni
- Osservare tutte le avvertenze
- Seguire scrupolosamente tutte le istruzioni
- Non usare questo apparecchio in prossimità di acqua
- Non ostruire alcuna apertura per il raffreddamento. Installare l’apparecchio seguendo le istruzioni
- Non installare l'apparecchio accanto a fonti di calore quali radiatori, aperture per l'afflusso di aria calda, forni o
altri apparecchi (amplificatori inclusi) che generino calore
- Non rimuovere il terminale di connessione a terra sul cordone di alimentazione: esso ha lo scopo di tutelare
l’incolumità dell’utilizzatore. Se la spina in dotazione non si adatta alla presa di corrente, rivolgersi ad un elettricista
per far eseguire le modifiche necessarie.
- Evitare di calpestare il cavo di alimentazione o di comprimerlo, specialmente in corrispondenza della spina e del
punto di inserzione sull’apparato.
- Utilizzare solo dispositivi di collegamento e gli accessori specificati dal produttore.
- Utilizzare l’apparecchio solo con un carrello, un sostegno, una staffa o un tavolo di tipo specificato dal produttore o
venduto insieme all’apparecchio. Se si utilizza un carrello, fare attenzione negli spostamenti per evitare infortuni
causati da ribaltamenti del carrello stesso.
- Scollegare l’apparecchio dalla presa di corrente durante i temporali o quando inutilizzato a lungo
- Per qualsiasi intervento, rivolgersi a personale di assistenza qualificato. È’ necessario intervenire sull’apparecchio
ogniqualvolta si verificano danneggiamenti di qualsiasi natura. Ad esempio, la spina o il cavo di alimentazione sono
danneggiati, è entrato liquido nell’apparecchio o sono caduti oggetti su di esso, l’apparecchio è stato esposto alla
pioggia o all’umidità, non funziona normalmente o è caduto.
- Non esporre a sgocciolamenti o spruzzi. Non appoggiare sull'apparecchio oggetti pieni di liquidi, ad esempio vasi
da fiori.
Questo simbolo indica la presenza di alta tensione all'interno dell'apparecchio, che comporta rischi di
scossa elettrica.
Questo simbolo indica la presenza di istruzioni importanti per l'uso e la manutenzione nella
documentazione in dotazione all'apparecchio.
Non sostituire il fusibile o cambiare la tensione di alimentazione senza aver prima scollegato il
cordone di alimentazione. L’APPARATO DEVE ESSERE CONNESSO A TERRA.
Sostituire il fusibile generale con uno di identico valore, come indicato sulla etichetta applicata
sul mobile dell’apparato
Assicurarsi che la tensione di rete corrisponda a quella per la quale è configurato
l’apparecchio
Questo apparato utilizza un interruttore di alimentazione di tipo unipolare e l’isolamento dalla
rete elettrica non è pertanto completo. Per ottenere un isolamento totale (ad esempio in caso di
pericolo), scollegare il cordone di alimentazione. Inoltre, poichè la spina di alimentazione è
utilizzata come dispositivo di sezionamento, essa deve restare facilmente raggiungibile

WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE
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10 WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE
- Diese Hinweise LESEN
- Diese Hinweise AUFHEBEN
- Alle Warnhinweise BEACHTEN
- Alle Anweisungen BEFOLGEN
- Dieses Gerät NICHT in der Nähe von Wasser verwenden
- KEINE Lüftungsöffnungen verdecken. Gemäß den Anweisungen des Herstellers einbauen
- Nicht in der Nähe von Wärmequellen, wie Heizkörpern, Raumheizungen, Herden oder anderen Geräten
(einschließlich Verstärkern) installieren, die Wärme erzeugen
- Die Schutzfunktion des Schukosteckers NICHT umgehen. Bei Steckern für die USA gibt es polarisierte Stecker,
bei denen ein Leiter breiter als der andere ist; US-Stecker mit Erdung verfügen über einen dritten Schutzleiter. Bei
diesen Steckerausführungen dient der breitere Leiter bzw. der Schutzleiter Ihrer Sicherheit. Wenn der mitgelieferte
Stecker nicht in die Steckdose passt, einen Elektriker mit dem Austauschen der veralteten Steckdose beauftragen
- VERHINDERN, dass das Netzkabel gequetscht oder darauf getreten wird, insbesondere im Bereich der Stecker,
Netzsteckdosen und an der Austrittsstelle vom Gerät
- NUR das vom Hersteller angegebene Zubehör und entsprechende Zusatzgeräte verwenden.
- NUR in Verbindung mit einem vom Hersteller angegebenen oder mit dem Gerät verkauften Transportwagen, Stand,
Stativ, Träger oder Tisch verwenden. Wenn ein Transportwagen verwendet wird, beim Verschieben der
Transportwagen-Geräte- Einheit vorsichtig vorgehen, um Verletzungen durch Umkippen
- Das Netzkabel dieses Geräts während Gewittern oder bei längeren Stillstandszeiten aus der Steckdose
ABZIEHEN.
- Alle Reparatur- und Wartungsarbeiten von qualifiziertem Kundendienstpersonal DURCHFÜHREN LASSEN.
Kundendienst ist erforderlich, wenn das Gerät auf irgendwelche Weise beschädigt wurde, z.B. wenn das Netzkabel
oder der Netzstecker beschädigt wurden, wenn Flüssigkeiten in das Gerät verschüttet wurden oder Fremdkörper
hineinfielen, wenn das Gerät Regen oder Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt war, nicht normal funktioniert oder fallen gelassen
wurde.
- Dieses Gerät vor Tropf- und Spritzwasser SCHÜTZEN. KEINE mit Wasser gefüllten Gegenstände wie zum
Beispiel Vasen auf das Gerät STELLEN.
Dieses Symbol zeigt an, dass gefährliche Spannungswerte, die ein Stromschlagrisiko darstellen,
innerhalb dieses Geräts auftreten.
Dieses Symbol zeigt an, dass das diesem Gerät beiliegende Handbuch wichtige Betriebs- und
Wartungsanweisungen enthält.
Vor Änderung der Netzspannung oder Sicherungswechsel Netzkabel trennen.
Das Gerät muss für den Betrieb geerdet werden.
Hauptsicherung nur mit einer gleichwertigen austauschen
(s. entsprechende Etikette).
Vor Einschalten Netzspannungseinstellung am Gerät überprüfen bzw. anpassen.
Inpoliger Netzschalter. In Notfälle oder für Wartungsarbeiten Netzkabel trennen. Der Netzstecker
fungiert auch als Trennelement muss deshalb zugänglich bleiben

INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD
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11 INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD
- LEA estas instrucciones
- CONSERVE estas instrucciones
- PRESTE ATENCION a todas las advertencias.
- SIGA todas las instrucciones
- NO utilice este aparato cerca del agua
- NO obstruya ninguna de las aberturas de ventilación. Instálese según lo indicado en las instrucciones del
fabricante
- No instale el aparato cerca de fuentes de calor tales como radiadores, registros de calefacción, estufas u otros
aparatos (incluyendo amplificadores) que produzcan calor
- NO anule la función de seguridad del enchufe polarizado o con clavija de puesta a tierra. Un enchufe polarizado
tiene dos patas, una más ancha que la otra. Un enchufe con puesta a tierra tiene dos patas y una tercera clavija con
puesta a tierra. La pata más ancha o la tercera clavija se proporciona para su seguridad. Si el toma corriente no es
del tipo apropiado para el enchufe, consulte a un electricista para que sustituya el toma corriente de estilo anticuado
- PROTEJA el cable eléctrico para evitar que personas lo pisen o estrujen, particularmente en sus enchufes, en los
toma corrientes y en el punto en el cual sale del aparato
- UTILICE únicamente los accesorios especificados por el fabricante
- UTILICESE únicamente con un carro, pedestal, escuadra o mesa del tipo especificado por el fabricante o vendido
con el aparato. Si se usa un carro, el mismo debe moverse con sumo cuidado para evitar que se vuelque con el
aparato
- DESENCHUFE el aparato durante las tormentas eléctricas, o si no va a ser utilizado por un lapso prolongado.
- TODA reparación debe ser llevada a cabo por técnicos calificados. El aparato requiere reparación si ha sufrido
cualquier tipo de daño, incluyendo los daños al cordón o enchufe eléctrico, si se derrama líquido sobre el aparato o
si caen objetos en su interior, si ha sido expuesto a la lluvia o la humedad, si no funciona de modo normal, o si se ha
caído.
- NO exponga este aparato a chorros o salpicaduras de líquidos. NO coloque objetos llenos con líquido, tales como
floreros, sobre el aparato .
Este símbolo indica que la unidad contiene niveles de voltaje peligrosos que representan un riesgo
de choques eléctricos.
Este símbolo indica que la literatura que acompaña a esta unidad contiene instrucciones importantes
de funcionamiento y mantenimiento.
Antes de cambiar la alimentacion de voltaje o de cambiar el fusible, desconecte el cable de
alimentacion. Para reducir el riesgo de descargas electricas, esta unidad debe ser conectada a
tierra.
Remplaze el fusible con lo mismo, que corresponde a lo indicado en el panel del equipo.
Antes de encender, controlar que la linea de alimentacion de voltaje corresponda a la indicada
El interruptor de alimentación es unipolar. En el caso de peligro, desconecte el cable de
alimentación. Porque la clavija de conexion a red sirve por la desconection de la unidad, la
clavija debe ser ubicada en proximidad de la unidad

UNPACKING AND INSPECTION ENG
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12 UNPACKING AND INSPECTION
Your equipment was packed carefully at the factory in a container designed to protect the unit during shipment.
Nevertheless, we recommend making a careful inspection of the shipping carton and the contents for any signs of
physical damage.
Damage & Claims
If damage is evident, do not discard the container or packing material. Contact your carrier immediately to file a claim for
damages. Customarily, the carrier requires you, the consignee, to make all damage claims. It will be helpful to retain the
shipping documents and the waybill number.
Save all packing materials! If You should ever have to ship the unit (e.g. for servicing), it is best to ship it in the
original carton with its packing materials because both the carton and packing material have been carefully
designed to protect the unit.
Under normal conditions no user maintenance or calibration are required. Internal links and preset controls may be set to
configure the unit during installation. Any service work required should be carried out by qualified service
personnel only.
We are able to offer further product support through our worldwide network of approved dealers and service agents.
To help us provide the most efficient service please would you keep a record of the unit serial
number, and date and place of purchase to be quoted in any communication regarding this
product.
The actual equipment Serial Number is indicated on the silver label stuck on the rear panel of the equipment closure.
Tools And Equipment Needed
Only standard technician’s tools are required to install this equipment.

FIRST INSTALLATION RECOMMENDATIONS ENG
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13 FIRST INSTALLATION RECOMMENDATIONS
13.1 POWER SUPPLY CABLE
A power supply cable of approx. 2 mt length is supplied with the device, which has a moulded IEC plug attached – this is
a legal requirement.
The type of plug for the power supply depends on the country in which it is delivered.
If for any reason, you need to use this appliance with a different plug, you should use the following wiring guidelines in
replacing the exsisting plug with the new one:
Earth Green, or green and yellow
Neutral (N) Blue
Live (L) Brown
Supply cables should be laid in such a manner that one does not step or walk on them. They should not be squashed by
any objects.
THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE EARTHED.
The chassis is always connected to mains earth to ensure your safety: check your mains wiring and earthing before
switching on.
13.2 AC MAINS VOLTAGE SETTING (230 V / 115 V)
BE SURE THAT THE UNIT IS SET TO THE CORRECT MAINS/LINE VOLTAGE FOR YOUR
COUNTRY BEFORE PLUGGING IT INTO THE WALL OUTLET !
The actual Mains voltage is indicated on the label stuck on the equipment closure. Should the type of power at the
operation location not be known, please contact your dealer or electricity company.
If, for some reason, the unit is to be operated at a mains input voltage which is different to that as supplied, you need to
open the top cover and set properly the voltage change-over switch which is located inside, close to the transformer.
You also need to replace the AC main fuse, according to information provided on the external label or on the Technical
Specifications table at the end of this user manual.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE AC
MAINS CABLE BEFORE ALTERING THE CHANGE-OVER SWITCH. NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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13.3 FUSE REPLACEMENT
The power supply socket has an integral fuse drawer containing the AC power fuse and a spare, both of the same value.
BEFORE REPLACING THE POWER FUSE, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TYPE OF FUSE FOR
THE VOLTAGE TO BE PROTECTED.
USING WRONG FUSE TYPE WILL RESULT IN INSUFFICIENT PROTECTION.
Make sure that the power is switched off and the power cable is disconnected from the equipment.
Open the fuse drawer using a small blade screwdriver.
Replace the fuse located at the inner position
Push the fuse socket back into the original position
Perform the set-up under static control conditions. Static charges are likely to completely destroy one or
more of the CMOS semiconductors employed in the unit. Static damage will not be covered under
warranty.
Basic damage prevention consists of minimizing generation, discharging any accumulated static charge
on your body and preventing that discharge from being sent to or through any electronic component.
Uninsulated dangerous voltage are inside the enclosure, voltage that may be sufficient to constitute a
risk of shock.
Always disconnect to AC Mains before removing the top cover
13.4 PROTECTION AGAINST LIGHTNING
Should the device be put out of action due to being struck by lightning or excess voltage, disconnect it
from the power supply without delay. Do not reconnect until the device has been checked. If in doubt
contact the technical support service.
Make sure there is suitable lightning protection to protect the device.
Alternatively you should disconnect all connectors from the device during a storm or when the device
is going to be unsupervised or not used for a longer period of time.
These measures will protect against damage by lightning or excess voltage.
13.5 VENTILATION
The equipment will operate as a free-standing unit without requiring any special cooling arrangement.
However, slots and openings in the product are provided for ventilation. They ensure reliable operation of the product,
keeping it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked nor covered during operation.
YOU MUST LEAVE AT A MINIMUM ONE RACK UNIT OF EMPTY SPACE ABOVE THE EQUIPMENT TO ENHANCE
VENTILATION AND TO GET A LONGER EQUIPMENT LIFE.

I/O BASIC SETTINGS ENG
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14 I/O BASIC SETTINGS
14.1 ANALOG AUDIO INPUT IMPEDANCE
The analog input impedance may be set to 600 Ohm, rather than the default 10 kOhm, by moving the two jumpers J1
and J2 on the analog input/output board (see figure below).
J1-J2
INPUT INPEDENCE 604 OHM
INPUT INPEDENCE 10K OHM
14.2 DIGITAL INPUT IMPEDANCE
The digital input impedance may be set to 75Ohm, rather than the
default 110Ohm, by moving the associated jumper on the digital
I/O board (see figure).
J1
110 OHM - AES/EBU
75 OHM - SPDIF
NB the digital I/O board is available as an option

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14.3 50 US / 75 US OUTPUT PREEMPHASIS SETTING (FM VERSION ONLY)
The frequency characteristic of analog L & R outputs (XLR male connectors) can assume either a flat frequency
response, or can follow a selected pre-emphasis curve, with or without subsequent de-emphasis.
When ‘flat’ mode is engaged, this yields a signal with a flat frequency characteristic, but with an output ceiling that
exactly follows the inverse of the pre-emphasis curve. Doing so, if the signal is again pre-emphasized in an external
stereo generator or exciter, the transmitted signal will have proper pre-emphasis and spectral protection.
The actual pre-emphasis time is indicated on the Pre-
emphasis menu.
If, for some reason, the unit is to be operated at a
preemphasis which is different to that as supplied, in addition
to the menu setting, you need to open the top cover and set
properly the jumpers CN 17 and CN 18 on the outside of the
I/O MPX board (left board), accordingly to the following
table:
ANALOG OUTPUT MODE MENU SELECTION ** JUMPER SETTING
Flat, fitting external 50 uS pre-emphasis 50uSec External CN 17 and CN 18 in 50 uS position
Flat, fitting external 75 uS pre-emphasis 75uSec External CN 17 and CN 18 in 75 uS position
Pre-emphasized, 50 uS 50uSec Internal No setting required
Pre-emphasized, 75 uS 75uSec Internal No setting required
14.4 LCD BACKLIGHT CONTROL
As factory preset, the LCD backlight is automatically turned off in the event the front panel controls (shuttle and buttons)
are left untouched for 5 minutes. If permament backlight is needed, move the jumper J9 located on the front panel board
towards the mother boards.
J9
display backlight Illumination always on
display backlight illumination activated by
keyboard