Furman Signal Processing MS2A-1 User manual

CONFIDENCE MONITOR
SYSTEMS
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MODELS MS2A-1, MS2AD-1, MS4A-1,
MS4AD-1, MS2AV-1, MS2ADV-1
DESCRIPTION
When your livelihood depends on the integrity of an
electronic signal, a Furman MS Series Confidence Monitor can
FEATURES
lSix MS Series Confidence Monitor models:
MS2A-1 2 Channel, Analog Audio
MS2AD-1 2 Channel, Analog/Digital Audio
MS4A-1 4 Channel, Analog Audio
MS4AD-1 4 Channel, Analog/Digital Audio
MS2AV-1 2 Channel, Analog Audio, Video
MS2ADV-1 2 Channel, Analog/Digital Audio, Video
ALL MODELS
lHigh output magnetically shielded speakers
lWide-range, high visibility, 14 segment meters with dimmer
and VU/PPM switch
lSelectable +4 dBu or +8 dBu meter reference
lHigh power, low distortion headphone amplifier
lPhase indicator
lSignal Present indicators on all input/output ports
lSpeaker Mute switch
lVolume and Balance slide controls
lUniversal 100-240 VAC agency listed external power supply
lLong life front panel mylar overlay
lWide variety of models available, including SDI inputs
lThree year limited warranty
ANALOG/DIGITAL AUDIO MODELS
lDigital inputs conform to AES/EBU 75 ohm/BNCstandard
lAnalog/Digital Select switch
VIDEO MODELS
l1.8" color LCD TFT display auto senses NTSC/PAL
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give you blissful peace of mind. They provide assurance that
analog audio, digital audio, or video signals are present and
meet established quality standards before being broadcast,
recorded, or otherwise distributed. The various models differ
primarily in the types and number of signals they can monitor,
though all are housed in compact, single space chassis that
occupy minimal rack real estate. Monitoring is accomplished
audibly (through speakers or headphones) and visually
through meters and video monitors.
All models share many basic features and capabilities. A
pair of highly compact yet full range shielded stereo speakers
are built in, along with a Speaker Mute switch. An amply
powered TRS output is provided for headphone listening. The
speakers and headphone amplifiers share a Volume slide
control, and non-video models have Balance sliders. A Phase
indicator displays the phase relationship of the left and right
channels of the source being monitored. The indicator will
glow green to amber under normal conditions, and red during
conditions of total phase reversal, aiding in determining mono-
compatibility. Each input is routed to a bright, fourteen
segment LED meter, which may be switched for VU or PPM
ballistics and +4 dBu or +8 dBu reference levels with front
panel switches. Meter brightness may be adjusted with a
dimmer control, to suit user taste and variations in ambient
lighting. All front panel control and indicator labels are rear
printed on a heavy duty, wear-free mylar overlay. All analog
inputs and outputs are high common-mode rejection XLR
balanced, and each is provided with a rear panel signal activity
indicator for easy identification of system problems. Outputs
also have ±6 dB Gain Trim controls. The unit is powered with
an included UL-approved external power supply via a DIN 5
connector. For maximum reliability, it features a clean, modular
design with minimal cabling.
Models with digital monitoring capability are equipped with
an A/D Select button and both front and rear bi-color digital
signal activity indicator(s). The digital input(s) can accommo-
MS4AD-1
MS2ADV-1

MS SERIES SPECIFICATIONS
INPUTS
Analog audio: 2 (or 4) each female balanced XLR
CMRR >90 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Differential Input Impedance: 24 kΩ
Maximum Input Level: +25 dBu
Signal present indicator: -20 dBu sensitivity
Digital audio: 1 (or 2) each BNC, AES/EBU
(if present) Resolution: 24 bit
Sampling Frequency: 16 kHz to 96 kHz
Oversampling: 8X
Internal Clock: 256 x Sampling Frequency
THD+N: -83 dB
Dynamic Range: 95 dB
Signal to Noise Ratio: 97 dB
Channel Separation: 95 dB
Internal Analog Filter: -3 dB at 32 Hz
Video: 1 each BNC Video, auto sense NTSC/PAL
(if present) Input level: 1.0 Vp-p composite video
(to EIA RS-170A and PAL Standards)
OUTPUTS
Analog audio: 2 each male balanced XLR
Maximum Output Level: +25 dBu into 1 kΩ
Gain Trim: ±6 dB (dual ganged stereo control)
Signal Present indicator: -20 dBu sensitivity
Differential Output Impedance: 50 Ω with
Load Capacitance of up to 1 µF
Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 200 kHz
THD+N: .002%
Headphone: Power: 270 mW into 56 Ω, both channels
driven
THD+N: .003%
VIDEO
(if present) Display type: TFT, LCD
Screen Size (diagonal): 1.8 inch
Active Display Area: 48.6 mm W x 39.6 mm H
Number of pixels: 280 W x 220 H
Dot Pitch: 0.127 mm W x 0.121 mm H
Brightness: 140 cd/m2 typical (140 cd/m2min.)
Contrast Ratio: 100 typical (60 minimum) at
optimized viewing angle
Viewing Angle: Left/Right: ±45°H (at CR>10)
Top/Bottom: ±10°/30°V (at CR>10)
MS2ADV-1
rear view
0
+6-6
RL
SIGSIG
VIDEO
INPUT
ANALOG OUTPUTS
GAIN TRIM
AES 1
SIG
SIG
SIG
ANALOG INPUTS
CH 2CH 1
CHASSIS
GROUND
DC POWER INPUT
MS4AD-1
rear view
SPEAKERS Type: 2 each, 1.5" x 2.75" full range,
acoustically tuned with chassis damping.
Each channel driven by 20 Watt amplifier.
Output: 87 dB SPL at 1 meter, 150 Hz to 16 KHz
Magnetically shielded
CONTROLS
Front Panel: Volume
Balance (non-video units only)
VU/PPM Select
Speaker Mute
+4/+8 dBu Reference Level Select
Meter Dimmer
Analog/Digital Source Select (digital units only)
Left Channel Select, Right Channel Select (four
input models only)
LCD Monitor: Brightness, Contrast, Color, Tint
(if present)
Rear Panel: Gain Trim (±6 dB, analog outputs only)
INDICATORS
Front Panel: 2 (or 4) each, 14 segment LED meters: -40 dB
to +3 dB labels; 0 dB indication is equivalent
to +4 dBu or +8 dBu depending on Ref Level
setting. Internal trim control allows user adjust-
ment. PEAK indicator lights 1 dB above highest
display segment, and is internally adjustable.
VU/PPM indicator
Channel to Channel Phase
Analog/Digital input selection
Speaker Mute
Signal Present (for digital inputs only)
Rear Panel: Signal Present for each analog and digital audio
input. Sensitivity: -20 dBu
POWER
Type: External with DIN 5 connector
Operating: Universal 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 45 W
Agency Approvals: UL/CSA/CE listed
Output: DC Output: +5 VDC at 3 Amps
+12 VDC at 2 Amps
-12 VDC at .3 Amps
MECHANICAL
Dimensions: 19" W x 13" D x 1.75" H
Weight: 9 lbs (4.1 kg)
Specifications subject to change without notice.
The MSSeries is manufactured in the United States of America. 2-0118 963027-3032
date stereo digital signals sampled at rates up to 96 kHz, in
AES/EBU format, via rear panel BNC inputs. A/D converters
provide up to 8X oversampling, with a dynamic range of 95 dB.
Video models include an 1.8" LCD video monitor which
automatically senses and displays either NTSC or PAL
signals. Adjustments for Color, Brightness, Contrast, and Tint
are provided on the front panel.
Because the speakers in the MS Series are magnetically
shielded, no special consideration is required for installation in
critical locations near video monitors.
The Furman MS Series is protected by a Three Year
Limited Warranty covering defects in materials and
workmanship.
0
+6-6
RL
SIGSIG
ANALOG OUTPUTS
GAIN TRIM
AES 2
AES 1
SIGSIG
SIG
SIGSIG
SIG
ANALOG INPUTS CH 4CH 3CH 2CH 1
CHASSIS
GROUND
DC POWER INPUT