Heritage Audio RAM SYSTEMS 2000 User manual

USER MANUAL
DESKTOP MONITORING SYSTEM
WITH BLUETOOTH
RAM SYSTEMS
August/2022)Rev.)1.0.)
SYSTEM 2000

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INTRODUCTION
CONTENTS
DESCRIPTION
GETTING STARTED
APPLICATIONS!
SPECIFICATIONS!
SIGNAL FLOW!
TROUBLE SHOOTING
WARRANTY STATEMENT
REGISTRATION!
RECALL SHEETS
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INTRODUCTION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Thank you for choosing the R.A.M. SYSTEM 2000. Heritage Audio is dedicated to bringing you ´the sound of yesterday
for tomorrow´. We specialize in capturing that unique, enticing sound that everybody has fallen in love with. For years
engineers, producers and musicians have been yearning for that classic vibe. Usually the only option is to search for
old, used original equipment that is almost always in a questionable state of operation. This brings with it a whole lot of
other issues, making the experience less than desirable. Not to mention the very high prices asked for this equipment,
which makes them virtually unobtainable for the great majority. Now it´s possible to obtain that same sound with a
brand new piece that will give you all the problem-free, heavy-duty use you´ll need for years of music making history.
Peter Rodriguez
CEO!
Heritage Audio - Madrid, Spain
© 2022 Heritage Audio S.L. is the sole owner of the copyright of all information and drawings contained in this manual which are not to be copied or
reproduced by any means or disclosed in part or whole to any third party without written permission.
Heritage Audio reserves the right to alter specifications without notice. The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to
be accurate at the time of publication. However, no responsibility is taken by us for inaccuracies, errors or omissions nor any liability assumed for any
loss or damage resulting either directly or indirectly from use of the information contained within it.
R.A.M. 2000
AC POWER CORD EU & US
POWER SUPPLY HA-PSU03

DESCRIPTION
The Heritage Audio R.A.M. SYSTEM 2000 is a professional monitor controller in an attractive and convenient tabletop
format. With its matrix of inputs and outputs the System 2000 will cover all the monitoring needs of the most demanding
professional facilities at a price never heard of before.
The R.A.M. SYSTEM 2000 features generous I/O, with three pairs of +4 dBu balanced analog inputs and three stereo
outputs, in addition to an independent pre-fader MIX OUT. Separate stereo CUE Inputs and Outputs, a 24Bit S/PDIF
coax input, and pro-audio-quality Bluetooth input via antenna, for easy mobile device integration. For communicating
with talent, there’s a built-in Talkback with console-style management and routing. Lastly, Heritage Audio equipped the
R.A.M. SYSTEM 2000 with an independent Subwoofer output that lets you effortlessly share your sub between different
speaker pairs.
The R.A.M. SYSTEM 2000 is fitted with a 64-step, gold-plated relay ladder attenuation for master level control — a
feature usually found only on high-end large-format consoles. It gives an exceptional resolution of 64 dB of attenuation
in 1 dB steps. Keeping active electronics to a minimum, the attenuator is buffered using state of the art Burr Brown
circuitry for negligible coloration and no noise. For easy recall of common settings, two user-assignable preset levels are
also provided.
Headphone monitoring is as critical as main speaker monitoring. Usually a weak link even in the most expensive units,
the R.A.M. SYSTEM 2000 employs very high current drivers in a diamond buffer configuration which are able to drive all
headphones to very high levels without any coloration or noise. It has 2 headphone amplifiers that are individually
configurable and adjustable.
Having classic RAF-gray cosmetics and a prominent red Marconi knob, your R.A.M. system will add a touch of class to
your control room.
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OUT 2
OUT 3
OUT 1
IN 1
IN 2
IN 3
MUTE !
L
MUTE !
R
DIG
MUTE
TB!
MIX
TB!
ALL
TB!
CUE
SHIFT
DIM
GETTING STARTED
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2
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LCD SCREEN
Updates to function being used
indicating values
MUTE SUB
Mutes the Subwoofer Output
MUTE L
Mutes Left Channel
INPUT LEVEL
LED Input Level Meter and with
Calibration Screws *
INPUTS
Selects between Analog 1-3
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BT RESET
Resets the Bluetooth
connection
Bluetooth Input
MUTE
Mutes the output
MONO
Collapses the signal to mono
TB MIX
Sends Talkback to MIX
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25
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TB ALL
Sends Talkback to ALL
TB MICROPHONE
Captures signal going to
TalkBack
TB CUE
Sends Talkback to CUE
DIM
Reduces Output by -20 dB
SHIFT
Engages the Soft Functions
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10
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PHONES LEVEL 1
Headphone Volume adjustment
HEADPHONE 1 OUTPUT
1/4 TRS Jack
PHONES 1 MIX/CUE
Selects monitor signal
BAL/UNBAL
Switches Input 3 to -10 dBV
Unbalanced
DIG
Digital Input
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PHONES 2 MIX/CUE
Selects monitor signal
HEADPHONE 2 OUTPUT
1/4 TRS Jack
PHONES LEVEL 2
Headphone Volume adjustment
64 STEP ATTENUATOR
64-Step relay ladder
attenuation with 1 dB steps
SAVE PRESET
Saves Level Preset
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LEVEL PRESETS
Sets the Predefined Volume
Level 1&2
LED CODEC INDICATOR
Shows the CODEC in use and
confirms connection
BLUETOOTH ANTENNA
Bluetooth wireless input(AAC,
APTX, SBC)
OUTPUTS
Selects between Outputs 1-3
MUTE R
Mutes Right Channel
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SOLO (SHIFT)
Selects SOLO For Left, Right or
SUB
PHANTOM POWER SWITCH
Activates 48V
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*CALIBRATION
The R.A.M. SYSTEM 2000 is properly calibrated from our headquarters, but it is possible to recalibrate if desired or necessary."To
calibrate the Input LEDs we recommend sending it a tone, digitally, at at around 16-18 db FS for adjustment."This is because in that
area it will be more exact as there are only 2 dBs of range, therefore allowing you to focus more precisely."And if possible, do use the
SPDIF digital input for this.
MUTE !
SUB
1
FRONT

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REAR
1
2
3
4
5
SPDIF I/P
24Bit/96 kHz Digital Input
POWER
5 Pin Power Connector
L/R INPUTS 1-3
Analog Inputs on TRS Jacks
SUB W
Dedicated Subwoofer Output
on TRS Jack
L/R OUTPUTS 1-3
Analog Outputs on TRS Jacks
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1
4
3
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7
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MIX OUT
Stereo Mix Output
CUE OUT
L/R Outputs
CUE IN
L/R Inputs
Balanced Jack Connector
Tip= Left / +
Sleeve= Cable Shield
Ring=Right / -
Tip
Ring
Sleeve
Strain relief clamp
Tip
Tip= +
Sleeve= -
Sleeve
RCA/DIGITAL
Tip: +!
Sleeve: -!
Must use a 75 Ohm
Digital Cable

STEREO
MONITOR
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MID FIELD RIGHT OUT 2
MONITOR OUT L & R
AUDIO INTERFACE
APPLICATIONS
IN 2
IN 3
DIG
INPUTS
IN 1
THUNDERBOLT
COMPUTER
MID FIELD LEFT OUT 1
INPUTS

BLUETOOTH
STEREO MONITOR
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MID FIELD RIGHT OUT 2
MONITOR OUT L & R
AUDIO INTERFACE
IN 2
IN 3
MID FIELD LEFT OUT 1
IN 1
DIG
THUNDERBOLT
COMPUTER
INPUTS

DIGITAL
STEREO MONITOR
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MID FIELD RIGHT OUT 2
MONITOR OUT L & R
AUDIO INTERFACE
THUNDERBOLT
COMPUTER
IN 2
IN 3
MID FIELD LEFT OUT 1
IN 1
DIGITAL
SPDIF OUT
DIGITAL
SPDIF I/P
DIG
INPUTS

TWO INPUTS
& HEADPHONES
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MONITOR OUT L / R
AUDIO INTERFACE
NEAR FIELD
OUT 1-L
NEAR FIELD
OUT 1-R
MID FIELD
OUT 2-L
MID FIELD
OUT 2-R
IN 3
IN 1
DIG
IN 2
SUBWOOFER
OUT 2
OUT 3
OUT 1
IN 1
IN 2
IN 3
MUTE !
L
MUTE !
R
MUTE !
SUB
DIG
MUTE
TB!
MIX
TB!
ALL
TB!
CUE
SHIFT
DIM
HEADPHONES
OUTPUT
STEREO LINE OUT
PORTABLE AUDIO PLAYER
THUNDERBOLT
COMPUTER
INPUTS

THREE OUT MONITORING
WITH CUE
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MONITOR OUT L / R
AUDIO INTERFACE
THUNDERBOLT
COMPUTER
TO HEADPHONE AMP
RECORDING ROOM / VOCAL BOOTH
SUBWOOFER
NEAR FIELD
OUT 1-L
NEAR FIELD
OUT 1-R
MID FIELD
OUT 2-L
MID FIELD
OUT 2-R
IN WALL
OUT 3-L
IN WALL
OUT 3-R
OUPUTS 7 / 8
AUDIO INTERFACE
TO CUE
IN 2
IN 3
DIG
IN 1
INPUTS

SPECIFICATIONS
•Maximum analog input level: Over +27,5 dBu. !
•Digital input: Up to 24Bit/96 kHz. 0 dBfs= +22 dBu at the output, fader fully up.!
•Bluetooth input: AAC, aptX or SBC, 0 dBfs= +22 dBu at the output, fader fully up.!
•DIM attenuation: -20 db.!
•Maximum output level: Over +27 dBu into 600 Ω.!
•Noise: Better than -99 dBu.!
•THD: Better than .001 % at 1 kHz, balanced input to balanced output, fader fully up.!
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•Dimensions (W x H x L): 213 mm x 85 mm (With antenna: 115 mm) x 266 mm.
•Weight: 2,435 Kg.
Dimensions/Weight
SIGNAL FLOW
ATTENUATOR
MUTE
DIM
STEREO LINE
OUTPUT
STEREO LINE
INPUT
MONO
TALKBACK
PHONES
CUE

TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEMS
SOLUTIONS
There is no sound coming from my R.A.M. SYSTEM
2000.
Make sure the ´MUTE´ button is not pressed.
The audio from my R.A.M. SYSTEM 2000 seems less
open than the audio directly from my DAW.
Double check that you have not accidentally pressed the
´MONO´ button.
Even with the volume knob all the way up it doesn´t seem
to output as much as before.
You may have the ´DIM´ button pushed, reducing the
output by -20dB.
There is no signal present at the R.A.M. SYSTEM 2000´s
Output.
Verify that you have correctly connected the Input and
Output cables.
Upon turning on the R.A.M. SYSTEM 2000 there is no
sound.
This is normal as it starts in MUTE. Just turn the volume
knob to activate.
Is it possible to have both outputs or both inputs active at
the same time?
No, you can only use one Input and one Output at any
given time.
Can I use a stereo subwoofer?
No, there is only one subwoofer output. Subwoofer use is
generally in MONO, not Stereo.
I want to use a new mobile device with the Bluetooth Input
but it is not recognised.
Push the BT RESET button after connecting a new
Bluetooth mobile device.
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* For any further doubts or questions please get in contact with us at: [email protected]!

LIMITED 2 YEAR WARRANTY
Heritage Audio R.A.M. SYSTEM 2000 is warranted by Heritage Audio SL to be free from defects in materials and
workmanship for the period of 2 years to the original purchaser. In the event of such defects, the product will be repaired
without charge or, at our option, replaced with a new one if delivered to Heritage Audio prepaid, together with a copy of
the sales slip or other proof of purchase date. The warranty excludes problems due to normal wear, abuse, shipping
damage or failure to use the product in accordance with the specifications.
Heritage Audio shall not be liable for damages based upon inconvenience, loss of use of the product, loss of time,
interrupted operation or commercial loss or any other damages, whether incidental, consequential or otherwise.
This warranty is not transferable.
Heritage Audio and the Heritage Audio “H” logos are registered Trademarks owned and/or licensed by Heritage Audio.
REGISTRATION
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Please visit our website:
WARRANTY STATEMENT
https://heritageaudio.com/registration/

RECALL SHEETS
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