Barco Iosono Core R9801500 User manual

IOSONO CORE
Installation And User Manual
R9801500 - R9801502
R9801503 - R9801504
R5906746/00
08/05/2017

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1. Introduction
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 About This Manual
About This Manual
This manual is subject to the copyright of Barco N.V. All exploitation, publication, reproduction or distribution in whole or in part is
forbidden without the prior written permission of Barco N.V..
All rights created by patent grant or registration of a utility model or design patent are reserved. The manufacturer reserves the right
to amend this manual at any time and without notice as result of technical progress.
This manual is applicable to the IOSONO CORE and the software components Easy Control and Control Unit.
Read through this manual thoroughly before using the IOSONO CORE in order to avoid mistakes and dangers, and to inform yourself
about how to use the system safely.
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1. Introduction
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2. Safety
2. SAFETY
About This Chapter
Read this chapter thoroughly before attempting to install or operate the IOSONO CORE.
To prevent personal injury to users or physical damage to the IOSONO CORE while installing and using it, ensure that you under-
stand and follow all safety guidelines, instructions and warnings included in this chapter and this manual.
Overview
• General Considerations
• Important Safety Instructions
2.1 General Considerations
General Considerations
The IOSONO CORE is designed for installation in control cabinets. The IOSONO CORE is a high-performance audio processor
used to drive and configure a BARCO IOSONO sound system.
The IOSONO CORE and all associated components may only be used if they are in perfect, technical working order, and for their
intended purpose, with safety in mind and an awareness of the dangers, and as stated in this manual.
The IOSONO CORE is operated via a graphic user interface. Reference is made to the currently valid guidelines for working with
a visual display unit.
There are additional documents for other components of the sound system containing warning, safety and working instructions.
These instructions must be observed independently to this manual.
2.2 Important Safety Instructions
About
The IOSONO CORE offers an extremely high level of safety if used properly and in compliance with the instructions contained
in this manual. Read and comply with the following safety instructions before operating the device. Retain safety and operating
instructions for future reference. Adhere to all warnings on the device and in the operating instructions manual. Follow all instructions
for operation and use.
Installation
The device may only be installed and operated by authorized, suitably qualified personal. More advanced configurations of the
apparatus may only be made by skilled personnel with knowledge of sound technology.
Place the device on a flat, solid and stable surface or fix the device to an appropriate rack mounting system that can support the
total weight of the device. If you use an unstable cart or stand, the device may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult and
serious damage to the device.
Modifications To The Unit
Do not modify this equipment without authorization of the manufacturer. No serviceable parts inside.
Electric shock or fire hazard
To prevent electric shock or fire hazard, do not remove cover. Do not insert any objects through aperture in the casing.
Power connection and transient over voltage
• To avoid the risk of electric shock, this equipment must only be connected to supply mains with protective earth.
• The equipment should be installed near an easily accessible outlet.
• The equipment is intended for continuous operation.
• If the device is not used for long time, disconnect it from the AC inlet to avoid damage by transient over-voltage.
• To fully disengage the power to the device, please disconnect all power cords from the AC inlets.
Power Cords
Please always use the power cords provided with the product. Furthermore, make sure that the used power cord always corresponds
to the voltage of the power socket, is permitted to be used at your location and complies with the safety standards of your country.
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this may result in fire or electric shock.
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2. Safety
Mains lead protection (U.S.: Power cord): Power cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked upon or pinched
by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs and receptacles. The power supply cords should
be replaced by the designated operator only at all times.
Water and Moisture
Never expose the device to rain or moisture. Never use the device near water e.g. near a swimming pool.
Ventilation
Inadequate heat dissipation can lead to hardware faults and loss of data. Do not cover or block any ventilation openings in the side
and back of the set. When installing the device in a cupboard or another closed location, heed the necessary space between the
set and the sides of the cupboard. If necessary, consider additional external cooling, to ensure proper heat dissipation.
Material damage caused by electromagnetic fields
The apparatus contains parts sensitive to electromagnetic fields, like hard disc drives. Strong magnetic fields may lead to loss of
data or harm the system functionality partly or persistently. Do not place the apparatus within the range of strong magnetic fields.
The manual and the hardware and software components described have been produced according to the currently applicable state
of the art. Nevertheless, the products described are continually being further developed so that we have to reserve the right to make
changes to the form, equipment and technology of the scope of supply and the software components included.
Barco N.V. shall not be liable for any damage arising from the use of the documentation or the hardware and software components.
No claims for changes to products already supplied can be asserted on the basis of the statements, illustrations and descriptions in
this documentation.
Barco N.V. shall not accept any liability for consequences or damages arising from improper use of the device. Unauthorized modi-
fications to the hardware or software configuration shall exclude liability for damage resulting therefrom.
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3. Hardware
3. HARDWARE
Overview
• Front Panel
• Rear Panel
3.1 Front Panel
Front Panel
The front panel contains the following elements:
3
2
1
Image 3-1
IOSONO CORE front panel
Item No. Function
1 Power button
2 Volume control
3 Touch screen
3.2 Rear Panel
Rear Panel
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Image 3-2
IOSONO COREE rear view
Number and kind of audio drawers depends on IOSONO CORE configuration. For detailed information about connections and
available hardware options see "Technical Specifications", page 59.
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3. Hardware
Item No. Element Element
1USB connectors Connection of USB storage devices for system backup and restore. Firmware update
2 MAIN ethernet port Network connection to remote computer to control and setup the IOSONO CORE with
the Control Unit software
3 AUX ethernet port Not used
4COM port Media control
5Sync drawer Input and output of different sync signals
6 MADI drawer Electrical and optical MADI input and output connections
7AES drawer Electrical AES inputs and output connections
8 Blind drawer -
9 Power supply Power supply of the IOSONO CORE
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4. System Startup
4. SYSTEM STARTUP
4.1 Initial Operation
Initial Operation
Your IOSONO CORE consists of electronic parts that may be sensitive to variations in temperature and humidity. Such variations
could appear with changing the place of installation or by leaving the device unused for a longer period of time.
To avoid harm to the device, always leave your device unpowered for a while. This should climatize the IOSONO CORE and its
hardware components to a normal working condition.
Initial Connection
Depending to your device hardware configuration, IOSONO CORE consists of single or redundant power supply component. Before
powering your device ensure each main inlet has been connected to your local power circuit orderly and in consideration of local
law and technical policies.
Please note: In case of local power circuit failure, redundant power supply will only get effective when inlet of redundant power
supply is orderly connected to a redundant local power circuit.
Based on your application connect all needed audio and data connections to the system now. A description of the device connectors
could be found at image 3-2. For proper operation always ensure sufficient connections. Always use cables and connectors that
matches your applications need with respect to type, dimension and quality.
Power On
systems featuring redundant power supply, please activate each of both power switches available.
Deactivate each main power switch if system is unused for longer period of time. Always deactivate each main power switch before
disconnecting the system from local power circuit.
Your IOSONO CORE is now ready to be started. In order to power on IOSONO CORE, please push the power button like shown at
Figure 3.1. The power button is now illuminated, indicating device is powered and running.
4.2 Basic System Control
About
Your IOSONO CORE is controlled via control software named "Control Client". The Control Client connects a MS Windows computer
remotely to the IOSONO CORE processor. For installation details, please refer to the Quick Start Guide that has been delivered
with your product.
Connect to IOSONO CORE Control Unit or to Easy Control by pushing the button respectiveley. The Control Unit gives you an
extended access to available configurations of the IOSONO CORE. The Easy Control gives you access to the most important con-
figurations and preset controls. All settings of Easy Control are accessible using IOSONO CORE touch interface (image 3-1).
4.2.1 Get System Control
Get System Control
1. Set up a network connection between the remote computer and the IOSONO CORE (Main Port). Configure the remote com-
puter’s network interface IP adress to the same network as the IOSONO CORE. By factory default, device network is set to be
IP 192.168.1.1, Network mask: 255.255.255.0.
For example: Static IP of remote computer is 192.168.1.2.
2. Start the Control Client at your remote computer. Connect to the target device using the corresponding target IP address.
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4. System Startup
Image 4-1
Control Client
4.2.2 File Transfer
File Transfer
Files can be transmitted via the Control Client using the folder button in the lower right corner. The button opens a file browser. In
the file browser, the left half shows the file structure of remote computer while the right half shows the accessible IOSONO CORE
file structure.
Upload and download files and folders from the remote computer to the IOSONO CORE and vice versa using the appropriate com-
mands of the context menu. Create your own folders and directories at the IOSONO CORE file system. This will easier your workflow
at minimum in case of file management for
• Content distribution and import
• System backup and restore
•Configuration Of Your Show And Venue
• System update management
4.2.3 Factory Reset
Factory Reset
Clear user data and/or restore factory configuration using the arrow button in the lower right corner of the Control Client window.
Use the check boxes to select the reset options - you have to complete by entering the randomly generated character string.
It is recommended to restoring factory settings of your device whenever the IOSONO CORE is not working properly. In such case
of faulty settings, any reset will reload the factory settings or restore a previously created backup.
4.2.4 Touchscreen Interface & Easy Control
Touchscreen Interface & Easy Control
Your IOSONO CORE includes an integrated 7 pressure sensitive touch screen interface (image 3-1). By pushing the focused area
on the screen, you can directly access the control elements of "Easy Control". Easy Control is a graphic interface to easily access
all basic settings of your device and your show. The easy control interface is even more accessibly remotely using the IOSONO
CORE Control Client (Please see "File Transfer", page 8 ).
An overview of Easy Control and its control elements is outlined following.
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4. System Startup
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2
3
4
5
6
7
Image 4-2
Easy Control user interface
Item No. Function Result
1 STOP button The active preset is stopped
2 MUTE button The active preset is muted
3Configuration button The configuration display is activated
4 Information button Call detailed information about the software version
5LOG button The log filesoftheIOSONOCOREcanbestoredona
USB storage device connected to one of the IOSONO
CORE USB ports
6 Network button Enter the network configuration of the Main Ethernet
Port:
• Activate DHCP by pressing DHCP ON
•Setafixed IP address and subnet mask when
DHCP is off
• Reboot the IOSONO CORE to apply changes or
press Cancel to restore the previous configuration
7 Preset selection list Preset buttons are labeled with the name of the related
preset. When pressed, that preset will be started. Press
the left/right arrows to go to previous / next page of the
selection list.
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5. Initial System Configuration
5. INITIAL SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
5.1 Hardware Connections
About
To enter the Control Unit and make configurations, a remote computer (PC with Windows, laptop, ...) with Control Client installed and
ethernet connection between remote computer and IOSONO CORE is needed. Please see "System Startup", page 7 for further
details.
A standard system setup should be similar to the wiring scheme as shown in image 5-1.
Image 5-1
Standard wiring with 64 output channels via MADI
Start the Control Client, type in the target IP address of the IOSONO CORE and click on Connect. Enter the Control Unit software,
type in the password and click OK to confirm. The default password is )))
5.2 Create A Loudspeaker File
About
A loudspeaker file is always needed to setup presets or to execute the rendering process. It has to reflect the real loudspeaker
setup as closely as possible. Any deviation between the actual physical setup and the file will impair the rendering precision and the
overall sound quality. In this section we will describe how to create a loudspeaker file with example values.
To create a loudspeaker file for your actual setup you need to use real data.
Step-By-Step Guide
1. In the menu go to System -Options -Loudspeaker Setups -Create. A window is shown like in image 5-2.
2. Name your loudspeaker setup, for example 3D ls file
- Change Audience Area Height to 1.20m
- Keep all other default settings in the second line (Screen,System Offset and Reference Point)
Note: The audience area defines the area where the audience will be located. The height of the audience area refers to the
average ear level of the audience, which is usually 1.20m when seated and 1.70m when standing.
3. Create a speaker group with +in Groups
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- Keep Type Rectangle
- Name your group, e.g. Ring
- Click OK to confirm (image 5-3)
4. Back in main window: in Group Type keep Multilayer checked, keep default Width and Length in Dimensions and type 1.5m
in Height (value describes the absolute installation height of the speakers’ acoustical center above ground).
5. Loudspeakers
- Front: 7
-Rear:5
- Left: 7
-Press>between Left and Right for Right to copy the entered date from Left
6. Create a new group with +in Groups
- Choose Type Surface from the drop down menu
- Name your group, e.g. Ceiling
-PressOK to confirm (image 5-4)
7. Keep Multilayer checked and type in Surface Height 3m (value is the absolute height of this group above ground). Add 4 more
lines by processing + 4 times
- Type in line 1: Loudspeakers 4
- Line 2: Loudspeakers 3
- Line 3: Loudspeakers 4
- Line 4: Loudspeakers 3
- Line 5: Loudspeakers 4
-Distance X keep default value (1m)forline1-5
-Distance Y type 1.5m forline1-5
8. Create a new group with +in groups
- Keep Type Rectangle
- Name your group, for example Subwoofer
- Click OK to confirm
9. Check Subwoofer in group type
- Dimensions: Height 0.5m (value describes the absolute installation height of the speakers’ acoustical center above ground)
-Loudspeakers -Front 2,Left/Right Spacer 1.5m
-Rear 1,Right Spacer 2.5m (with a dimensions width of 5m the rear subwoofer will be half-way of the width in the rear center)
10.Press OK to create the loudspeaker file
Note: Using this tool you can create many different loudspeaker files, including standard setup types such as 2.0, 5.0, 7.0 as
well as multilayer setups, simply by adding more groups with different height values. The layers will be automatically
organized in ascending order based on their average height information.
11.The 3D ls file is displayed in layers at Options menu (left: top view, right: file name). Choose the layer to be displayed using the
drop-down menu Loudspeaker Group. Figure 5.5 visualizes the loudspeaker setup previously created with the Setup Designer.
(image 5-5)
12.Define Zones to ensure correct reproduction of zone objects, the corresponding zones need tobedefined in the loudspeaker
setup. Zones can be defined individually for each loudspeaker setup as a property of the specific setup.
Make sure you are at menu System -Options -Loudspeaker Setups
- Select the loudspeaker setup in which you want to define Zones
- Click on Edit
- Click on the Zone mode Icon in the lower left corner
- Click on Zone Assignment
- Select the loudspeaker(s) for the first assignment
- From the right list, select the Zone ID you want the selected loudspeakers to be assigned to
- Repeat until at least on loudspeaker is assigned to each of the desired Zones
- When you have finished with Zones definition, exit the edit mode by clicking Edit again.
Note: Multiple loudspeakers can be selected by holding shift+click or cmd+click
Note: Loudspeakers can be assigned to Multiple Zones in case several Zone Objects should be reproduced by the same loud-
speaker. For example the Zones left surround and left back surround need to be reproduced using a single loudspeaker
present left to venue.
13.Press Export to save your loudspeaker setup file for backup purposes
- Create a new directory in the Export dialog using the icon Folder. As an example name it to Ls Files and save your loud-
speaker file to the directed folder as filpee type *.ls4
Note: Save your file as file type *.ls3 for being compatible with previous system generations such as the IPC100. Some features
exclusive to the IOSONO CORE will not be contained to *.ls3
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14.Press OK to leave the Options menu
Image 5-2
Create Loudspeaker Setup view
Image 5-3
Create a rectangular group
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Image 5-4
Create a surface group
Image 5-5
Simple 3D model of a created loudspeaker setup
5.3 Create A Test Preset
5.3.1 Noise
About
In this chapter a new preset will be created as preparation for running a line check to all connected signal components.
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Step-By-Step Guide
1. Press New and assign a Preset Name for example Noise
- Click OK to confirm
2. The view switches to the Preset Details tab with a tree structure on the left. Keep default values in General, make sure that in
Loudspeaker Setup the previously created loudspeaker setup file 3D ls file is selected from the dropdown menu and Visibility
has a check.
Ignore Filtering for the time being. An advanced explanation is given within Section "Filter Creation", page 23. Ensure the
IOSONO CORE is the used device right haveing a look to Devices and Services.
3. In IOSONO CORE select Processing and I/O Control from Available Services and assign to Used Services with <
4. In the tree structure, go to I/O Control -Configuration and click Autodetect. The displayed configuration should match your
purchased hardware configuration with the IOSONO CORE (regarding I/O Config M, 1x MADI should be selected)
-InSynchronization,pressInternal
5. Inthetreestructure,gotoProcessing and select the following in the General tab for Renderer. When done, click OK to confirm
the warning message
-Active
- Auto Configuration
Note: The software creates three render slots automatically. This is due to each loudspeaker file consists of 3 loudspeaker
groups ("Ring", "Ceiling","Subwoofer"). Within our example we want to use the automatically configured settings for these
render slots. The loudspeaker group
Ring uses IOSONO in Algorithm Selection,Ceiling uses Panning in Algorithm Selection and 3D / Ceiling in Geom-
etry Mode and Subwoofer uses Panning in Algorithm Selection and 2D / Surface in geometry mode.
To allow bass management, check Loudspeaker Extension in Ring at Slot Settings -Subwoofer
6. In the General tab, click Active in Noise and check Autostart. A new tab Noise appears above. (image 5-6)
7. Go to Output Routing tab
Note: In the matrix, the rows represent the loudspeakers of your loudspeaker setup that are assigned to render slots, each with
an individual color. The columns represent physical audio outputs of the processor, which can be accessed at the rear of
your IOSONO CORE hardware. You may configure your individual output routing here. In our example, speakers 1-15 in
render slot 1 are connected to outputs 1-15 (dummy speakers 16 and 17 require no connection to physical audio outputs),
speakers 1-4 in render slot 2 are connected to outputs 18-21, speakers 1-2 in render slot 3 are connected to outputs
22-23 and speakers 1-5 in render slot 4 are connected to outputs 24-28. Therefore we want to use the automatically
configured diagonal 1-to-1 routing.
8. Turn down the Main Volume to -inf dB by holding -in the upper right corner. To start the preset, click Run in the upper left corner.
Note: The button as well as the status lights of Audio I/O Control and Processing should get a green halo.
9. Go to the Noise tab
- Set the maximum volume of the noise sequence with the Volume Fader
- Click Play with the Loop Icon
- To step through all speakers of each loudspeaker group, sequently select All Groups in Sequence
- To step through all speakers of a single loudspeaker group only select Single Group in Sequence with group name
- To step through loudspeakers manually click Forward /Backwards button
Note: In the display you can see that the noise sequence steps through the selected speakers according to the noise signal
sequence.
10.Go to Audio I/O Control in the tree structure and press Status icon
- At the main window, turn up the Main Volume with +in the upper right corner
- The amplitude of level meters in Processing and Output will rise with increasing volume and a full range pink noise becomes
audible on the respective speaker (image 5-7)
Note: It is advisable to carefully check each output channel for sending a signal to the expected speaker. If the step sequence
is too fast or you want to listen to single groups more closely, you can change playback settings in Preset Details -
Processing -Noise -Tool icon. Continue when you’re done with signal check for all speakers.
11.Go to Preset list by clicking the List icon, select the Noise preset and save it
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- Click Stop in upper left corner of main window
Image 5-6
Processing settings (noise)
Image 5-7
Audo I/O Control status view
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