axing AIP 8-00 User manual

CHP - Compact High Performance Headends
AIP 8-00
DAB/DAB+/FM into IP Radio Streamer
Operation instructions

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Table of contents
1. Product description.....................................................................................................................................................................................4
1.1. General .............................................................................................................................................................................................4
1.2. Scope of delivery ...............................................................................................................................................................................4
1.3. Product description ...........................................................................................................................................................................5
1.3.1. Graphical user interface...........................................................................................................................................................6
1.3.2. SMARTPortal............................................................................................................................................................................6
1.4. Display elements and connectors ......................................................................................................................................................6
2. Mounting and Installation..........................................................................................................................................................................7
2.1. Mounting in a 19“rack......................................................................................................................................................................7
2.2. Equipotential bonding.......................................................................................................................................................................7
2.3. Power supply.....................................................................................................................................................................................7
2.4. RF Installation ...................................................................................................................................................................................7
3. Configuration .............................................................................................................................................................................................8
3.1. Login and logout ...............................................................................................................................................................................8
3.2. Front page.........................................................................................................................................................................................9
3.2.1. Input DAB/DAB+......................................................................................................................................................................9
3.2.2. Input FM ..................................................................................................................................................................................9
3.2.3. Outputs....................................................................................................................................................................................9
4. Initialization .............................................................................................................................................................................................10
4.1. Phase 1 – Tuners.............................................................................................................................................................................10
4.2. Phase 2 – Programs for outputs......................................................................................................................................................12
4.3. Phase 3 – Settings for Outputs........................................................................................................................................................13
5. Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................................................................14
5.1. About (Device information).............................................................................................................................................................14
5.2. Updating the Software ....................................................................................................................................................................15
5.3. Down- or upload of a configuration to the device...........................................................................................................................16
5.4. Rebooting Hard- or Software ..........................................................................................................................................................17
5.5. Editing the IP addresses ..................................................................................................................................................................18
5.6. Password.........................................................................................................................................................................................19
5.7. View the log entries ........................................................................................................................................................................19
5.8. SMARTPortal ...................................................................................................................................................................................20
6. Technical specifications ............................................................................................................................................................................21

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Observe the safety instructions supplied with the device! They are also available at the following Internet address:
https://download.axing.com/BAs/Sicherheitshinweise_9sprachig.pdf
Use the device only as described in these operating instructions and in particular in accordance with the state of the art. If
the device is used for other purposes, no warranty will be assumed!
Hereby AXING AG declares that the CE marked products comply with the valid EU guidelines.
Hereby AXING AG declares that the device is additionally in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The
complete EU declaration of conformity is available at: https://axing.com/en/downloads/ce/.
WEEE Nr. DE26869279 | Electrical and electronic components must not be disposed of as residual
waste, it must be disposed of separately.

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1. Product description
1.1. General
AIP 8-00 DAB/DAB+/FM into IP Radio Streamer
Transmodulates analogue FM programmes or digital DAB/DAB+ programmes into SPTS transport streams. Includes 8
independent tuners each for either analogue FM stereo reception or digital DAB/DAB+ reception and 8 ports for IP radio SPTS
transport streams.
Features:
•GbE-interfaces with max. 800 Mbps
•Web-based configuration, remote maintenance (SMARTPortal)
•Class A according to EN 50083-2
•19" housing, 1RU
•Single power supply
1.2. Scope of delivery
1 × IP Streamer
1 × AC power cord
1 × Quick start guide
1 × Safety instructions

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1.3. Product description
The unit has eight independent tuners. Each tuner can receive an FM or a DAB (+) station. For a DAB+ station, one programme
is filtered out of the multiplex.
The FM or DAB+ programmes are then converted into eight SPTS and can be distributed via LAN using suitable switches.
In a further step, the SPTS can be converted to DVB-C/T/T2 via an additional MIE headend.

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1.3.1. Graphical user interface
The settings can be changed via the user interface of the integrated web interface. To access the user interface and thus
configure the devices, you need a standard PC/laptop with a network interface and the actual version of the installed web
browser.
The configuration interface is "mobile ready" and can therefore also be used from the smartphone or tablet.
1.3.2. SMARTPortal
The AXING SMARTPortal connects each AXING headend device with a cloud-based portal and thus provides worldwide access
to the devices. The connection is password-saved and scrambled. The only requirement on site is an internet connection of the
device e. g. via LAN, EoC, EoC-WLAN-Bridge, 3G/LTE-Router.
With AXING’s SMARTPortal a worldwide configuration of all settings or software updates can be ensured. On customer
request AXING can provide the necessary support.
1.4. Display elements and connectors
The yellow LED lights up when the tuner is locked.
The 8 USB ports are not used.

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2. Mounting and Installation
Installation must be performed by authorized and skilled electricians only.
Before mounting and installation, pull the mains plug (1)!
The antenna system must be installed and grounded according to the EN 60728-11 standard.
2.1. Mounting in a 19“rack
Note: For 19-inch rack mounting, there must be at least 5 cm clearance in front of and behind the unit.
Slide the device into the 19 "rack.
Screw the device with four screws (1).
Observe the standard EN 60728-11.
2.2. Equipotential bonding
The device must be connected to the equipotential bonding according to EN 60728-11.
Use the equipotential bonding connection at the device.
To connect the outer conductor of the coaxial cable to the equipotential bonding, use e.g. QEW earthing angles or CFA
earth connection blocks at the inputs and output (see 2.4 on page 7).
2.3. Power supply
The headend has a built-in power supply unit.
Connect the headend to a mains socket using the enclosed mains cable.
2.4. RF Installation
The AIP 8-00 has eight F sockets. Connect them to the DAB/DAB+/FM antennas. Use high-shielded coaxial cables with F
connectors.

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3. Configuration
To access the user interface, you need a standard PC/laptop with a network interface and the actual version of the installed
web browser. To connect the network interface of the device to the computer, you need a commercially available network
cable. The HTTP protocol is used for communication allowing a worldwide remote maintenance of the systems at various
locations via the Internet. Access protection is implemented by means of the password prompt.
IP address:
192.168.0.160
Subnet mask:
255.255.255.0.
The computer and the device must be in the same subnetwork. The network part of the IP address of the computer must be set
to 192.168.0.xxx and the subnet mask must be set to 255.255.255.0.
The host part of the network address is required for the identification of the devices and can be assigned in the subnetwork
only once. You can allocate to the computer any not allocated host address between 0 and 255.
Hint:
Change the IP address and the subnet mask of your computer accordingly.
(e.g.: IP address:192.168.0.11 and subnet mask: 255.255.255.0)
Control panel > Network connections > LAN connection >Properties > Internet protocol version 4 TCP/IPv4 > Properties > Use
the following IP address:
Click OK to save.
Start your web browser and enter the IP address of the device: 192.168.0.160.
3.1. Login and logout
The web-based user interface is protected against unauthorized access. When accessing the user interface, the first thing is the
password request.
Enter the default username: admin
Enter the default password: Ramsen8262
Click LOGIN.
Changing the password:
Please change the password immediately after the first commissioning and choose a sufficiently safe password. Keep this
password at a safe place.
Menu item: MAINTENANCE > PASSWORD.
Changing the IP address:
If needed, the devices can be integrated in a network. For this application, some changes must be applied to the network
configuration.
Menu item MAINTENANCE > IP ADRESS.

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3.2. Front page
The relevant information required for the function of the system are shown on the front page. The decisive thing is the quality
of the signals at the input and the utilization of the output.
3.2.1. Input DAB/DAB+
The Tuner number the reception band and the DAB Channel are shown (5A - 13F)
The status and the service name are displayed underneath.
Possible tuner status for DAB:
•Locked Tuner locked to DAB multiplex and one service selected.
•Select service Tuner locked to DAB multiplex but no service selected.
•Missing service Tuner locked to DAB multiplex but selected service missing in multiplex.
•Unlocked Tuner unlocked.
•No connection Encoder is down (also shown shortly during encoder reboot)
If the tuner is locked the bit error rate BER, the input Level and the SNR are shown.
3.2.2. Input FM
The Tuner number the reception band and the input Frequency (87.5 … 108 MHz) and the service name from RDS are shown.
Possible tuner status for FM:
•RDS Tuner locked to FM frequency containing station with RDS info.
•Unlocked Tuner unlocked.
•No connection Encoder is down (also shown shortly during encoder reboot)
If the tuner is locked the input Level and the SNR are shown.
3.2.3. Outputs
The Status of the output is shown.
•Active Tuner locked to DAB multiplex and one service selected.
•No connection Encoder is down (also shown shortly during encoder reboot)
•Disabled Output is disabled by in Phase 3
The service name, the IP address and the Bitrate and are also shown.

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4. Initialization
Choose INITIALIZATION from the main menu.
4.1. Phase 1 – Tuners
On the left, select the Tuner you want to configure.
In the field Source, select whether the tuner should receive FM or DAB.
If FM is selected, enter the input frequency.
If DAB is selected, choose an input channel.