DirectOut Technologies EXBOX.RAV User manual

EXBOX.RAV
User‘s Manual
Version 1.0

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information provided throughout this manual.
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DirectOut Technologies® is a registered trademark of the DirectOut GmbH.
© DirectOut GmbH, 2020

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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.......................................................................................... 7
Applications................................................................................................... 7
How it works................................................................................................. 8
CHAPTER 2: Legal issues & facts 10
Before Installing This Device....................................................................... 10
Defective Parts/Modules ........................................................................... 10
First Aid (in case of electric shock).............................................................. 11
Updates ....................................................................................................... 12
Conditions of Warranty ............................................................................... 12
Intended Operation .................................................................................... 12
Conformity & Certificates ........................................................................... 13
Contact........................................................................................................ 13
Contents ..................................................................................................... 14
Accessory.................................................................................................... 15
Chapter 3: Installation 17
Installing the Device ................................................................................... 17
CHAPTER 4: Operation 21
Introduction ................................................................................................. 21
Global Control.............................................................................................. 22
Input / Output - MADI ................................................................................. 23
Input / Output - Network ............................................................................. 24
Input State / Clocking .................................................................................. 25
Sample Rate................................................................................................ 28
State ............................................................................................................ 29

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CHAPTER 5: Remote Control 30
Introduction ................................................................................................. 30
Browser Control .......................................................................................... 32
Status - Overview........................................................................................ 33
Status - Sync ............................................................................................... 34
Status - Network ......................................................................................... 37
Status - Device ............................................................................................ 39
Status - Input Streams................................................................................. 46
Status - Output Streams.............................................................................. 56
Matrix .......................................................................................................... 60
Advanced - Overview .................................................................................. 62
Advanced - PTP Settings............................................................................. 63
Advanced - PTP Unicast.............................................................................. 65
Advanced - PTP Profile Customized Settings.............................................. 66
Advanced - Current PTP Master.................................................................. 68
Advanced - PTP Statistic ............................................................................. 69
Advanced - PTP Clock Setting..................................................................... 69
Advanced - Network Advanced Settings .................................................... 70
Advanced - PTP Jitter.................................................................................. 71
Logging ....................................................................................................... 72
Statistic........................................................................................................ 74
Switch ......................................................................................................... 75
CHAPTER 6: Troubleshooting and Maintenance 78
Troubleshooting........................................................................................... 78
Maintenance................................................................................................ 79
CHAPTER 7: Technical Data 80
Appendix A - Wiring Sketches 82
Hirose HR10 (DC PSU) ................................................................................ 82
Appendix B - Working with BLDS™ 83
Introduction ................................................................................................. 83
BLDS™ Generator....................................................................................... 83
Appendix C - Working with ch 57 mode 85
Appendix D - Firmware Update 86
Index 88

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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
EXBOX.RAV is an Audio-over-IP to MADI converter based on the audio networking
technology RAVENNA.
Equipped with three MADI ports and four network ports it offers straight-forward
conversion of 64 audio channels between MADI and RAVENNA.
Two independent NICs can be connected to four network ports of the built-in
switch, supporting redundant audio streaming as per ST 2022-7.

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Feature Summary
MADI Ports 1 x SC multi-mode connectors *
1 x SFP (empty cage without module)
1 x coaxial BNC connectors
Network 3 x RJ45 Socket (1 Gbit/s),
1 x RJ45 (1 Gbit/s, PoE)
Number of streams 32
Number of channels 64 @ 1 FS, 32 @ 2 FS, 16 @ 4 FS
Network Standards RAVENNA, AES67, ST 2110-30 / -31
Modes Switched or Redundancy as per ST 2022-7
Clock Sources PTP, MADI, WCK, INT
Remote Browser GUI, globcon control,
NMOS IS-04 / IS-05
MADI Formats 56/64 channel, 48k/96k Frame, S/MUX 2/4
Sample Rates 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz +/-12.5%
Signal Routing Channel based routing matrix
Signal Processing FastSRC™ at RAVENNA I/O
Signal Redundancy Enhanced Automatic Redundancy Switching (EARS™)
Power Supply external,
2 x Hirose connector (9-24 V)
1 x PoE (Power over Ethernet, IEEE 802.3af)
* The SC I/O may be ordered as clocking
-mode upon request.
Applications
EXBOX.RAV can be used as an easy to use frontend for bidirectional signal
exchange between RAVENNA and MADI environments.
Typical applications include:
• Integration of MADI in RAVENNA setups
• Signal Routing via NMOS
in broadcast environments
• Signal switch for redundant playback setups

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How it works
Each MADI port and the RAVENNA input can be selected as source for any output.
A FastSRC™ can be enabled for seamless exchange of audio signals with the
RAVENNA network if the device is not clocked to the audio network.
The network audio is controlled via the brower based user interface or globcon or
via an NMOS controller.
About FastSRC™ - see page 26.
SFP
BNC
SC
RAVENNA
SFP
BNC
SC
RAVENNA
Routing
EXBOX.RAV
Routing
Audio Network
FSRC

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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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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 36 months 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.
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.
This guide refers to firmware version 1.6.3.
Intended Operation
EXBOX.RAV is designed for conversion / routing between network audio and
MADI signals. MADI refers to AES10, network audio refers to RAVENNA (including
AES67 and SMPTE ST 2110-30 /-31).

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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 2011/65/EU
and 2015/863.
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 EXBOX.RAV package include:
• 1 x EXBOX.RAV
• 1 x external power supply unit (9 - 24 V)
• 1 x Instruction Leaflet
Remote Control
The device can managed either via web control in a browser or via globcon remote
control.
globcon is a free, global control software platform for the management of
professional audio equipment. Almost all products of the DirectOut product
portfolio are supported by globcon.
Link: www.globcon.pro

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Two different optical SFP transceiver for MADI transmission 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
Accessory

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BOXMOUNT XL- for optimal rack mount of up to three devices in a 19’’ frame
(No: DOAPA0886):

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WARNING!
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.
WARNING!
The synthetics of the delivered pads might cause stains on damageable surfaces.
To avoid staining of furniture surfaces it is recommended to place a protective plate
under the device.
Retain the protective cap if the optical port is unused. This will protect against
soiling which can lead to malfunction.
Chapter 3: Installation
Installing the Device
1. Open the packaging and check that the contents have been delivered
complete and undamaged.
2. Place the device on a non-slip horizontal surface. The delivered pads may
be affixed to the bottom of the cabinet. Ensure a clean and dry surface
before affixing the pads.
3. Remove the protective cap from the optical MADI port(s) before use.
NOTE

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4. Connect signal cable(s) for the MADI signals.
5. Plug in the network cable to the ethernet port(s) to connect the device with
your computer.
Default network configuration:
• Use Port 1 for access via 192.168.0.1
• Use Port 2 for access via DHCP
NOTE
Use appropriate network cables (CAT5E or better).

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The external power supply must be connected to the mains using the three-
cord power leads supplied with the device. Only supply the voltages and signals
indicated (9 - 24 V DC) to the device.
This device may operate with only one power supply. To provide power
supply redundancy, it is recommended to connect both PSU1 and PSU 2
to independent power supplies with separate fuses.
The shipment includes one external power supply unit. Additional power
supply units are available from your local DirectOut representative.
The connected power supply must provide a current limiting to a maximum of 2.5 A.
6. Using the power cord of the external power supply provided, connect the
device to a matching power supply and connect the output of the power
supply to the Hirose connectors at the rear panel.
NOTE
WARNING!
WARNING!

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Keep any packaging in order to protect the device should it need to be dispatched
for service.
Never connect a PoE link to a network interface that is not marked explictly for PoE
operation. The voltage supplied there may damage the interface.
Power over Ethernet
The device can also be operated via a power over ethernet connection.
Connect the port labelled '01 (PoE)' to an appropriate PoE switch (PoE Class 0 /
0.4 - 13 W, IEEE 802.3af).
WARNING!
TIP