Cloud BE-1 Series User manual

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BE-1Series
Balanced Line Input Modules
Installation Guide

BE-1 Series Installation Guide v2.02
Introduction
The BE-1 is a remote line input module for use with the Cloud DCM1 range of Digitally Controlled Mixers. It cannot be used with
any other Cloud product.
NOTE 1:All references to “DCM1” in this Installation Guide can be taken to apply to all models in the DCM1 range.
NOTE 2: Unless specically stated otherwise, all references to “BE-1” in this Installation Guide can be taken to apply to all BE-1
mechanical and cosmetic variants.
This document provides information on how to connect BE-1s into an audio system based on a DCM1. Further information on
conguring the DCM1 itself for use with BE-1s can be found in the DCM1 Installation and User Guide.
The BE-1 allows a balanced stereo line-level audio source, such as a professional DJ console, mixing desk, feeds from broadcast
equipment, etc., to be connected into a DCM1-based audio system.
The BE-1 will generally be installed in zones where such equipment is likely to be required. It is also useful for connecting additional
permanent equipment with balanced outputs (the DCM1 having only one rear panel balanced line input), in which case it may be
installed adjacent to the main equipment rack housing the DCM1.
The input connectors are latching 3-pin female XLRs, wired to the industry-standard pinout:
PIN FUNCTION
1 Ground
2Signal ‘hot’ (+, phase)
3Signal ‘cold’ (-, antiphase)
The BE-1’s inputs are electronically balanced, and are optimised for use with signals at a nominal level of 0 dBu. No gain adjustment
is provided on the panel; if the signal level from the connected equipment is too low or too high, it should be adjusted at source.
Note that the BE-1 does not provide electrical isolation and external transformers should be employed if isolation is needed and
the source equipment does not have transformer-coupled outputs.
Mounting - mechanical
BE-1 (UK version)
The Cloud BE-1 ts a standard UK-style dual-gang electrical back box. The box used should have a depth of at least 35 mm.
2 x M3.5 screws are supplied with the module.
BE-1A (US version)
The Cloud BE-1A ts a standard US dual-gang electrical ‘J’ box in vertical orientation. The box used should have a depth of at least
1¼”. 4 x 6-32 screws are required to secure the module.
BE-1M (Media version)
The Cloud BE-1M is a 100 x 50 mm “Euro-module”, and is designed to clip into a mounting frame with this size cut-out (not
supplied). Suitable mounting frames are available in most European and other territories, to t local electrical back box dimensions.
Ensure that the back box has a depth of at least 35 mm. The module is secured in place by the six plastic clips (three top, three
bottom).
Mounting frame to suit UK-style
double-gang back box illustrated.

BE-1 Series Installation Guide v2.0 3
PIN USE CAT-5 CORE
1 Left (cold) White + Orange
2 Left (hot) Orange
3 Sense White + Green
4 DC +ve Blue
5 0v White + Blue
6 DC -ve Green
7 Right (hot) White + Brown
8 Right (cold) Brown
SCN Screen Connector Shell
1
8
1
8
1
8
1
8
Wiring
The BE-1’s OUTPUT connector should be connected to one of the DCM1’s EXTENSION PORTs (Line inputs 1 to 4) with screened
Cat 5 cable and shielded RJ45 plugs. Do not connect any other equipment to the phono sockets of the same-numbered Line Input
on the DCM1.
Connect to
Output socket
Screened
Cat 5 cable
MICROPHONE INPUTS
EXTENSION PORTS
DCM-1
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
Connect to an
unused Extension Port
LINK OUTPUT
BE-1
UK version illustrated
Note that all BE-1s have two RJ45 connectors, OUTPUT and LINK. On BE-1 and BE-1A versions, they are both mounted on the
lower PCB, with the OUTPUT connector on the right (looking at the module rear), and LINK conector on the left. On BE-1M
versions, they are mounted on the upper PCB, again with the OUTPUT connector on the right.
IMPORTANT: Because the cables carry low-level audio, only screened Cat 5 should be used, the foil screen of the cable being
bonded to the metal screening can of the plugs. If a BE-1 is being mounted in close proximity to the DCM1, it may be possible to
use ready-made screened Cat 5 “patch” cables of an appropriate length. Otherwise, shielded RJ45 plugs should be crimped onto
the installed screened Cat 5 cable using the pinout shown below.

BE-1 Series Installation Guide v2.04
Connecting Multiple BE-1s
Multiple BE-1s may be “daisy-chained” together to provide input points at different locations in the same zone. Signals applied to
modules wired in this way will be summed together and fed to the DCM1 Line Input to which the “rst” BE-1 in the chain (that
whose OUTPUT socket is connected directly to the DCM1).An internal gating circuit on each module automatically “disconnects”
any chained modules which are not in use, to minimise noise contribution. Chained modules will be treated as a single line input
at the DCM1.
Multiple BE-1s in the same zone may be daisy-chained by connecting the LINK RJ45 socket on the rst BE-1 to the OUTPUT
socket on the second BE-1, and so on, as shown below.
To DCM-1
Extension Ports
(one per zone).
ZONE 1
ZONE 2
Additional
input plates
Additional
input plates
LINK OUTPUT
BE-1
LINK OUTPUT
BE-1
LINK OUTPUT
BE-1
LINK OUTPUT
BE-1
LINK OUTPUT
BE-1
Interconnecting BE-1 and LE-1 remote input modules
The Cloud LE-1 is an alternative range of optional remote line input modules, providing an unbalanced stereo line input on both
phono sockets and a 3.5 mm jack socket. BE-1 modules may be intermixed with LE-1s in a daisy-chain wiring arrangement in the
manner described for BE-1s alone, using the LE-1’s OUTPUT and LINK connectors. All the modules on a chain will be treated as
a single line input at the DCM1.
Note that is not possible to intermix BE-1s with Cloud ME-1 remote microphone input modules in this manner.
DC Power
The BE-1 is powered from the DCM1’s EXTENSION PORTs via the Cat 5 connection. The BE-1 consumes 24 mA of current from
the DCM1 power supply.
If there is any doubt regarding the DCM1’s spare DC power capacity (as might be the case in a very large system with many CDR-1
remote controls, level restoration relays, etc.), please refer to the DCM1 Installation and User Guide (Appendix; PSU capacity) where
full details of the DCM1’s PSU ratings can be found.
Should you have any questions concerning the installation and connection of the BE-1, please visit www.cloud.co.uk/resources,
where you will nd additional technical information.
Cloud Electronics Limited
140 Staniforth Road, Shefeld, S9 3HF. England.
Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
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2065 Sidewinder Drive, Suite 200, Park City,
Utah 84060. United States of America.
Toll Free: 0855 810 0161
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