DirectOut Technologies MI6 User manual

MI6
User‘s Manual
Version 1.1

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Copyright
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graphic in whole or in part for any reason is expressly prohibited, unless prior written
consent is obtained from the DirectOut GmbH.
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be guaranteed that all product names, products, trademarks, requisitions, regulations,
guidelines, specifications and norms are free from trade mark rights of third parties.
All entries in this document have been thoroughly checked; however no guarantee for
correctness can be given.
DirectOut GmbH cannot be held responsible for any misleading or incorrect
information provided throughout this manual.
DirectOut GmbH reserves the right to change specifications at any time without notice.
DirectOut Technologies® is a registered trademark of the DirectOut GmbH.
© DirectOut GmbH, 2017

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Table of contents
About This Manual 5
How to Use This Manual............................................................................... 5
Conventions .................................................................................................. 5
CHAPTER 1: Overview 6
Introduction ................................................................................................... 6
Feature Summary.......................................................................................... 6
How it works................................................................................................. 6
Applications................................................................................................... 7
CHAPTER 2: Legal issues & facts 8
Before Installing This Device......................................................................... 8
Defective Parts/Modules ............................................................................. 8
First Aid (in case of electric shock)................................................................ 9
Updates ....................................................................................................... 10
Conditions of Warranty ............................................................................... 10
Intended Operation .................................................................................... 10
Conformity & Certificates ........................................................................... 11
Contact........................................................................................................ 11
Contents...................................................................................................... 12
Accessory.................................................................................................... 12
CHAPTER 3: Installation 14
Installing the Device .................................................................................... 14
CHAPTER 4: Operation 18
Global Control.............................................................................................. 18
Introduction ................................................................................................. 18
Input Selection ............................................................................................ 19
Sync............................................................................................................. 19
Monitoring Mode (Mono / Stereo)............................................................... 20
Key Lock...................................................................................................... 20
Mixing ......................................................................................................... 21
Isolate.......................................................................................................... 22
Speaker Off ................................................................................................. 23
Monitoring ................................................................................................... 24
Signal Input / Output ................................................................................... 25
Servicing...................................................................................................... 26
CHAPTER 5: Troubleshooting and Maintenance 27
Troubleshooting........................................................................................... 27
Maintenance................................................................................................ 27
CHAPTER 6: Technical Data 28

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Appendix A: Wiring AES I/O, Line Out 30
DSUB-9 (female) ......................................................................................... 30
Index 31

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About This Manual
About This Manual
How to Use This Manual
This manual guides you through the installation and operation of the device.
Use the Table of Contents at the beginning of the manual or Index Directory at the
end of the document to locate help on a particular topic. You can access more
information and latest news by visiting on the DirectOut website at
www.directout.eu.
Conventions
The following symbols are used to draw your attention to:
TIPS!
indicate useful hints and shortcuts.
NOTES!
are used for important points of clarification or cross references.
WARNINGS!
alert you when an action should always be observed.

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CHAPTER 1: Overview
CHAPTER 1: Overview
Introduction
MI6 is DirectOut’s monitoring device for signal control in MADI environments. MI6
provides three MADI inputs and outputs, an analog stereo line out and an AES I/O.
Up to 8 stereo or 16 mono channels can be summed with individual levels onto a
main mix. The main mix is output by the integrated speakers and the other outputs.
Feature Summary
MADI Ports 1 x SC multi-mode connectors
1 x SFP (empty cage without module)
1 x coaxial BNC connectors with PFT technology
(power fail through)
MADI Formats 56/64 channel, 48k/96k Frame
Sample Rates 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz +/-12.5%
AES Port 1 x AES3 I/O (DSUB-9)
Line Output 1 x stereo, balanced, +24 dBu (DSUB-9)
Speaker 2 x speakers
Headphone Output 6.3 mm TRS jack, stereo, +18 dBu
USB Port USB 2.0 port for firmware updates
Power Supply This device is equipped with one wide range power
supply (84 V to 264 V AC / 47 Hz to 63 Hz / safety
class 1).
How it works
A bank of 16 audio channels is selected from the MADI input signal. Each of the
16 audio channels is added to the mix bus with variable volume control and mute
function. The monitoring can be either ‘STEREO’ (odd channels to left side / even
channels to right side) or ‘MONO’ (all channels to both sides). Mutes are stored
separately with each input bank, i. e. there are 64 independent mutes.
An ‘ISOLATE’ function mutes all 16 channels for soloing single or several channels.
The speakers can be muted individually from the other outputs (‘SPEAKER OFF’).

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Applications
MI6 can be used for monitoring, line checking and mixing of digital signals.
Typical applications include:
• creation of individual monitor feeds for commentators
• flexible signal control of a MADI signal
• basic mix of 8 stereo or 16 mono channels
• ...
Speakers
Line Out
Phones
AES Out
Mono / Stereo
Sum L Sum R
ch 02 ch 04 ch 06 ch 08 ch 10 ch 12 ch 14 ch 16ch 01 ch 03 ch 05 ch 07 ch 09 ch 11 ch 13 ch 15
Bank
Selection
MADI

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CHAPTER 2: Legal issues & facts
CHAPTER 2: Legal issues & facts
Before Installing This Device
WARNING!
Please read and observe all of the following notes before installing
this product:
• Check the hardware device for transport damage.
• Any devices showing signs of mechanical damage or damage from the
spillage of liquids must not be connected to the mains supply, or
disconnected from the mains immediately by pulling out the power lead.
• All devices must be grounded. The device is grounded through its
IEC power connections.
• All devices must be connected to the mains using the three-cord power
leads supplied with the system. Only supply electrical interfaces with the
voltages and signals described in these instructions.
• Do not use the device at extreme temperatures. Proper operation can
only be guaranteed between temperatures of 5ºC and 45ºC and a
maximum relative humidity of 80%, non-condensing.
• The cabinet of the device will heat up. Do not place the device close
to heating sources (e.g. heaters). Observe the environmental conditions.
Defective Parts/Modules
WARNING!
This device contains no user-serviceable parts. Therefore do not open the device.
In the event of a hardware defect, please send the device to your DirectOut
representative together with a detailed description of the fault.
We would like to remind you to please check carefully whether the failure is
caused by erroneous configuration, operation or connection before sending parts
for repair.

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First Aid (in case of electric shock)
WARNING!
• Do not touch the person or his/her clothing before power is turned off,
otherwise you risk sustaining an electric shock yourself.
• Separate the person as quickly as possible from the electric power source
as follows:
- Switch off the equipment.
- Unplug or disconnect the mains cable.
• Move the person away from the power source by using dry insulating
material (such as wood or plastic).
• If the person is unconscious:
- Check their pulse and reanimate if their respiration is poor.
- Lay the body down and turn it to one side. Call for a doctor immediately.
• Having sustained an electric shock, always consult a doctor.

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Updates
DirectOut products are continually in development, and therefore the information
in this manual may be superseded by new releases. To access the latest
documentation, please visit the DirectOut website:
www.directout.eu.
WARNING!
No compensation can be claimed for damages caused by operation of this unit
other than for the intended use described above. Consecutive damages are also
excluded explicitly. The general terms and conditions of business of DirectOut
GmbH are applied.
Conditions of Warranty
This unit has been designed and examined carefully by the manufacturer and
complies with actual norms and directives.
Warranty is granted by DirectOut GmbH over the period of two years for all
components that are essential for proper and intended operation of the device. The
date of purchase is applied for this period.
Consumable parts (e.g. battery) are excluded from warranty claims.
WARNING!
All claims of warranty will expire once the device has been opened or modified, or
if instructions and warnings were ignored.
For warranty claims please contact the dealer where your device was acquired.
This guide refers to firmware version 1.5.
Intended Operation
The MI6 is designed for monitoring and mixing of digital audio signals. In this
context digital audio refers to a MADI signal (AES10).

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Conformity & Certificates
CE
This device complies with the basic requests of applicable EU guidelines. The
appropriate procedure for approval has been carried out.
RoHS
(Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances)
This device was constructed fulfilling the directive on the restriction of the use of
certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment 2002/95/EC.
WEEE
(Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment)
Due to the directive 2002/96/EC for waste disposal this device must be recycled.
For correct recycling please dispatch the device to:
DirectOut GmbH,
Leipziger Str. 32
09648 Mittweida
Germany
Only stamped parcels will be accepted!
WEEE-Reg.-No. DE 64879540
Contact
DirectOut GmbH
Leipziger Str. 32, 09648 Mittweida, Germany
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Mail: [email protected]
www.directout.eu

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Contents
The contents of your MI6 package should include:
• 1 x MI6 (19’’, 1 RU)
• 1 x power chord
• 1 x fixing unit for power plug
• 1 x Manual
Accessory
The Line Out and AES3 I/O are available as a DSUB-9 socket. For adaption
between DSUB-9 and XLR plugs an adaptor (No: DOCAA0366) is offered optionally.
DSUB-9 to XLR adaptor
Signal XLR
Line Out L female
Line Out R female
AES3 input male
AES3 output male
Pinout DSUB-9: see „Appendix A: Wiring AES I/O, Line Out“ on page 30.

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Two different optical SFP modules are available from DirectOut GmbH:
• Multimode SFP transceiver with LC connectors (No: DOICT0129)
• Singlemode SFP transceiver with LC connectors (No: DOICT0130)
Specification of the optical SFP modules:
SFP Multimode Singlemode
Wavelength TX 1310 nm 1310 nm
Wavelenght RX 1310 nm 1310 nm
Distance 2 km 10 km
Powerbudget (dB) 11 dB 12 dB
Protocols Fast Ethernet OC3/STM1 Gigabit Ethernet, Gigabit
Fibre Channel
Bandwidth from 100 Mbit/s 1.050 Gbit/s
Bandwidth 155 Mbit/s 1.250 Gbit/s
Laser FP FP
Receiver Type PIN PIN
Connector LC LC
Wavelength TX min 1260 nm 1260 nm
Wavelength TX max 1360 nm 1360 nm
Wavelength RX min 1260 nm 1260 nm
Wavelength RX max 1620 nm 1600 nm
Transmit min - 19.00 dBm - 9.00 dBm
Transmit max - 14.00 dBm - 3.00 dBm
Receive min - 30 dBm - 21.00 dBm
Receive max
(Receiver overload)
- 5.00 dBm - 3.00 dBm
Temperature (min) 0° Celsius 0° Celsius
Temperature (max) 70° Celsius 70° Celsius
Type of DDM/DOM internal internal
Extinction Ratio 8.20 dB 9 dB

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Retain the protective cap if the optical port is unused. This will protect against
soiling which can lead to malfunction.
Avoid damage from condensation by waiting for the device to adapt to the
environmental temperature. Proper operation can only be guaranteed between
temperatures of 5ºC and 45ºC and a maximum relative humidity of 80%, non-
condensing.
Ensure that the unit has sufficient air circulation for cooling.
CHAPTER 3: Installation
Installing the Device
1. Open the packaging and check that the contents have been delivered
complete and undamaged.
2. Fix the device in a 19’’ frame with four screws, or place it on a non-slip
horizontal surface.
WARNING!
3. Remove the protective cap from the optical MADI port(s) before use.
NOTE!
4. Connect signal cable(s) for the MADI signals.

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Do not connect voltage sources to the analog outputs. This may cause damage at
the output stages. Observe the technical specifications listed in this document.
5. Connect the signal cables for the analog and AES3 audio signals to the
DSUB-9 adaptor. Connect the adaptor to the DSUB-9 plug at the rear panel.
The adaptor converts from DSUB-9 (male) to:
• 2 x XLR male (Line Out L/R)
• 1 x XLR male (AES3 output)
• 1 x XLR female (AES3 input).
WARNING!
6. Optional: Connect a USB cable to the USB port for firmware updates.
This requires the USB Serial driver (Windows) being installed first.
The driver and the installation instructions are available at
www.directout.eu.

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To update the firmware an installed USB Serial driver (Windows) and the Update
Tool are necessary. The software and the installation instructions are available at
www.directout.eu.
7. Using the power cord provided connect the PSU to a matching power supply:
WARNING!
This device must be connected to the mains using the three-cord power leads
supplied with the system. Only supply the voltages and signals indicated (84 V –
264V).
8. Turn on the power switch:
While the device is booting the currently installed firmware version is indicated by
signal leds in the upper and lower row - e.g. firmware version 1.3
9. Check if the latest firmware is installed on the device. It is recommended to
use the latest version that is available on the product page at
www.directout.eu.
NOTE!

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Keep any packaging in order to protect the device should it need to be dispatched
for service.
10. Installation of USB Serial driver
• download the USB Serial driver
• download the ‘Installation Guide for USB Control’
- Link: http://www.directout.eu
• follow the installation instructions in the ‘Installation Guide for USB Control’
TIP!

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CHAPTER 4: Operation
Introduction
This chapter describes the basic operation of the device.
Note that throughout this manual, the abbreviation FS refers to sample rate or
sample frequency. So, when dealing with scaling factors, the following sample
rates can be written as:
• 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz = 1 FS
• 88.2 kHz or 96 kHz = 2 FS
• 176.4 kHz or 192 kHz = 4 FS
CHAPTER 4: Operation
Global Control
The power switch is on the back panel:
Power 1 Switch
Enable / disable power supply.
Power C13 socket
Connect the power supply here (84- 264 V AC).
NOTE!
Unlit leds at the front panel do not guarantee that the device is free of voltage. To
ensure that the device is completely disconnected from mains voltage, the power
chords must be disconnected.

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Sync
The MADI input is used as sync source for the device.
SYNC LED (green) - indicates the lock / sync state
of the device
(OFF) - no input signal detected
(ON) - valid input signal detected
The channel mode (56ch <> 64ch) is detected automatically.
All MADI outputs carry the signal of the active MADI input.
The device will switch to 2 FS operation automatically when a 96kFrame signal
has been detected.
Input Selection
One of the three MADI inputs is used as general input source.
Selection priority of locked inputs: BNC > SC > SFP
The active MADI input signal is divided into four banks four banks with 16 channels
each. The bank is selected by pressing the push button (loop selection).
LED ‘INPUT’
<1..> / <17..> / <33..> / <49..>
4 LEDs (green) - indicate the bank
selection of the MADI signal.
channel 01 .. 16 selected
channel 17 .. 32 selected
channel 33 .. 48 selected
channel 49 .. 64 selected
‘INPUT’
<1..> / <17..> / <33..> / <49..>
Push button - bank selection of the
MADI signal.
Press to cycle the bank selection.
Press and hold > 2 s to override key lock.

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Monitoring Mode (Mono / Stereo)
The channel routing to the mix bus provides two options: MONO and STEREO.
The mode is toggled by pressing the push button.
STEREO LED (green) - indicates the monitoring mode.
(OFF) - odd and even channels are routed to both sides
(left & right)
(ON) - odd channels are routed to left (L)
even channels are routed to right (R)
STEREO Push button - toggles the monitoring mode.
Press to toggle between STEREO and MONO.
Press and hold > 2 s to override key lock.
Key Lock
The bank selection and mono/stereo selection can be locked to prevent accidental
changes.
To enable key lock:
• switch device on
• while the firmware version is displayed, press either push button
‘INPUT’ or ‘STEREO’ to toggle key lock.
Code Meaning LED Code
key lock inactive all ‘BANK’ leds ON
key lock active all ‘BANK’ leds OFF
To override active key lock temporarily:
• press the push button (‘INPUT’ or ‘STEREO’) > 2 s
• the corresponding led(s) will start blinking
• press the push button short to change the selection