Iconix ICL-R User manual

IC Live
Digitally Steerable Line Array Loudspeaker Systems
USERS MANUAL
ICL-R & IC215S-R
Version 1.6

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IMP RTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTI NS
CAUTION
To reiterate the above warnings: servicing instructions are for
use by qualified personnel only. To avoid electric shock, do
not perform any servicing other than that contained in the Ope-
ration Instructions unless you are qualified to do so. Refer all
servicing to qualified personnel.
Eindrigliche Warnung: Wartungsvorschriften dienen nur der
Benutzung durch qualifizieres Personal. Zur Vermeidung eines
elektrischen Schlages keine anderen als die in den Betriebsvor-
schriften beschriebenen Wartungsarbeiten ausfŸhren, es sei denn
Sie sind dafŸr qualifiziert. Wartungsarbeiten auszufŸhren.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the use to the presence of uninsulated
"Dangerous Voltage" within the product's en-
closure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to hu-
mans.
The exclamanation point, within an equilateral
presence of important operating and mainte-
nance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the product.
VORSICHT
RISK OF ELECTRONIC SHOCK:
OPEN ONLYIF QUALIFIED AS
SERVICE PERSONNEL
GEFAHR EINES ELEKTRISCHEN SCHLAGES:
NUR VON QUALIFIZIEREM WARTUNGSPERSONAL
ZU …FFNEN
Der Blitz mit nach untenzielendem Pfeil in
einem gleichseitigen Dreieck weist den
Benutzer auf das Vorhandensein einer
unisolierten, "gefŠhrlichen Spannung" im
GehŠuse hin, die stark genug sein kann, einer
Person einen gefŠhrlichen elektrischen Schlag
zu versetzen.
Das Ausrufezeichen in einem gleichseitigen
Dreieck weist den Benutzer auf wichtige
Betriebs- und Wartungsvorschriften in den
beiliegenden Unterlagen des GerŠtes hin.
ErklŠrung der graphischen SymboleExplanation of Graphical Symbols
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions
5. Do not use this apparatus near water. The apparatus shall not be
exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, shall be placed on it.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat regis-
ters, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type
plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A
grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The
wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement
of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
11. Make sure the power cord remains readily accessible at all times.
12. The AC Power Cord is the AC Mains disconnect.
13. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
14. Disconnect this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.
15. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is re-
quired when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as
power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or ob-
jects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed
to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
“WARNING - T REDUCE THE RISK F FIRE R ELECTRIC
SH CK, D N T EXP SE THIS APPARATUS T RAIN R M IS-
TURE”
“CAUTI N: THESE SERVICING INSTRUCTI NS ARE F R USE
BY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERS NNEL NLY. T REDUCE THE
RISK F ELECTRIC SH CK D N T PERF RM ANY SERVICING
THER THAN THAT C NTAINED IN THE PERATING INSTRUC-
TI NS UNLESS Y U ARE QUALIFIED T D S ”.
IMP RTANT
Your Iconyx Steerable Column Loudspeaker contains no user-serviceable
parts and all service should be referred to qualified service personnel.

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TABLE F C NTENTS
Page
Section 1: Basic perating Instructions
Introduction, Technical Support, General Information 4
Setup & Assembly Instructions 5
Common Setups 5
Assembly 6
Master / Slave Settings 7
Wiring Diagrams 8
No PC Control 8
With PC Control 9
Array Input / Power Connections 10
peration (with no PC) 11
Presets 11
peration (Computer Controlled) 14
Assigning Digital & Analog Inputs 16
DSP Control 17
Panel Controls 19
SysTune Interface 19
`Section 2: Additional User Information
Initial Setup 22
Computer Requirements 22
Installing RHAON 22
Assigning a Static IP Address 23
Virtual Systems 25
Linking Software With Networked Loudspeakers 26
CobraNet Signal Routing 28
Beam Steering 30
All Loudspeakers / Group Control 39
Copy Settings / Copy Presets / Reset Control 41
Supervise Mode 42
Event Logging & Notification 44
General Preferences 45
Password Protection 46
Keeping Your RHA N Program Up-To-Date 46
Software Updates 49
Updating Microcontroller Firmware 50
Updating DSP Firmware 52
Servicing / Trouble Shooting Hints 54
Network Manager 57
Dimensions & Technical Specifications
IC L-R Array 62
IC215S-R Subwoofer 64
Index 66

INTR DUCTI N
Congratulations on your purchase of a Renkus-Heinz RHAON Empowered digitally steered ICONYX-R column loudspeaker. We hope you
enjoy it.
Your ICONYX-R steerable column loudspeaker was carefully tested and inspected before leaving our factory and should have arrived in
perfect condition. Please carefully inspect the shipping carton(s) and loudspeaker(s) for any noticeable damage, and if any damage is
found, immediately notify the shipping company. Only you, the consignee, may institute a claim with the carrier for any damage incurred
during shipping. e sure to save the carton(s) and all packing material for the carrier’s inspection. It is also a good idea to save the carton
and packing material even though the loudspeaker arrived in good condition. If you should ever need to ship the loudspeaker, it should be
shipped in its original factory packaging.
TECHNICAL SUPP RT
If you have any questions about RHAON-Empowered Loudspeakers or encounter a problem designing, installing, setting up or operating a
RHAON system, please call our technical support staff at 949-588-9997 and ask the operator for technical support on RHAON. Call Mon-
day through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Time.
The latest information on RHAON Technical Support is always available online at http://www.renkus-heinz.com/support/software-
support/rhaon/e-mail.html. You will also find a support request form at http://www.renkus-heinz.com/support/request-info/tech-info/i
General Information
IC Live line array systems were developed specifically for live event productions. They are ideally suited for a wide range of event types
and sizes, are easy to transport and setup, and deliver superior sound in a broad spectrum of environments.
Thanks to digitally controlled beam steering they deliver narrow vertical beams of sonic energy that can be directed onto the audience in-
stead of reverberating off the walls and ceilings. Horizontal coverage is a consistent 150oeliminating the need for left and right setups in
most venues. Preset configurations for different size and shape venues reduce setup time to a minimum.
This guide was written to assist you in setting up and operating IC Live systems.
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Common Setups
ICL-R digitally steered line arrays and IC215S-R subwoofers
were designed to work together, both acoustically and mechani-
cally with the subwoofer supplying both the extra bass impact
needed by most musical productions and a solid mounting base
for the tall slender columns. Together, the two building blocks
form 6 useful configurations.
The unique interlocking hardware system with Quik-Release pins
joins the line array and the subwoofer together into a rigid as-
sembly, allowing the subwoofers to be used as mounting bases
for the columns. When used as a mounting base, the sub-
woofers also raise the line array above the floor.
ICL-R arrays perform best when their acoustic center, the point
of origination for the narrow acoustic beam, is several feet above
the ear level of the audience. If it’s placed lower, too much of the
sonic beam is absorbed by the first row of the audience and
never reaches those in the rear. If it’s placed much higher, the
narrow vertical beam tends to” light up” the center of the audi-
ence and drop off in both the front and rear.
This puts the ideal height for the bottom of an ICL-R array at
roughly four feet above the floor for a seated audience.
An IC215S-R standing on end is 4’ tall making the combination
of an ICL-R array mounted on top of a standing IC215S-R sub-
woofer an ideal arrangement for many setups.
An IC215S-R subwoofer laid on its side and a single ICL-R array
work well when space is available for them on the stage. Mount-
ing two stacked arrays on a single subwoofer is not recom-
mended, as the assembly is unstable.
Dual subwoofer assemblies combined with either a single ICL-R
array or with two stacked ICL-R arrays are two other popular
configurations.The dual subwoofers provide the desired mount-
ing height for the array(s) and enough bass for even the most
demanding musical events.
Stacked ICL-R arrays provide tighter beam control than a single
ICL-R and a much higher output level. They are especially desir-
able in reverberant rooms where tight control of the beam is
needed to deliver clear speech over a considerable distance.
When only speech is involved and the bass support provided by
the subwoofers is not needed, single or stacked ICL-R arrays
are an ideal solution. They can be attached to the truss work
with Chesebrough clamps or by removing the array’s rear
pole/handle and using the pole clamps to secure the array to the
truss.
ICL-R arrays are also equipped with AeroQuip Fly-Track, so they
can also be easily flown from the truss with industry standard
AeroQuip hardware.

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Assembly
IC Live is a building block system designed for easy trans-
portation, setup and teardown. It provides for 6 system
configurations from two basic modules, the ICL-R array
module and the IC215S-R subwoofer.
Setup couldn’t be easier. To create a stacked array from
two ICL-R modules:
1. Stand the two column arrays side by side and remove
the two joining bars and their short Quik Release pins from
the modules.
2. Place one of the modules on top of the other one. Note
that the top module should be turned upside down so the
horn sections of the two modules are together.
3. Align the two modules and then remove the Quik Re-
lease pin from the upper module’s rear cylinder to allow its
inner sleeve to drop down into the lower module’s rear
cylinder.
4. Then re-insert the Quik Release pin into the upper mod-
ule’s cylinder to lock the inner sleeve in place.

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Assembly (continued)
5. Slide the two joining bars
into the channels as shown.
Master / Slave Settings
The next step is to electrically link the modules together and verify the
Master/Slave assignment is correct The bottom module always func-
tions as the Master and the upper modules as Slaves. The module
directly above the Master module is identified as Slave 1 and the mod-
ule above it as Slave 2. .All incoming signal and AC power connec-
tions should be made to the Master module.
Plug one end of the short CAT5e linking cable into the lower intercon-
nect socket on the Master (lower) module and the other end into the
upper socket on the upper module. Then plug one end of the short AC
power cable into the looping power socket on the lower module and
the other end into the power socket on the upper module. Follow the
same procedure to connect a third module, if one is provided.
The next step is to set the two dip switches that identify each module.
Set the Master switches first; The graphic directly below the two dip
switches shows the proper setting for a Master module (both switches
in the down position).
Then set the Slave module(s) dip switches following the settings
shown in the graphic. Note that the Slave #3 switch is for possible
future use.
Note: If you connected power to the array before setting the dip
switches, you will need to turn it off or disconnect it at the source and
then reconnect it before the dip switch settings will take effect. When
properly set the digital readouts will both read 20 in a dual array and
30 in a three module array.
6. Lock the joining bars into
place with the short Quik
Release pins to complete the
physical assembly.
Note: If you are assembling a “triple stack”, follow the same procedure to place the third module on top of the second module with one ex-
ception. The woofer sections of the second and third modules should be joined together. If in doubt, refer to page 55 for proper module ori-
entation.
The procedure for mounting an ICL-R array onto an IC215S-R subwoofer is the same. The only difference is the the array’s rear cylinder
sleeve drops into the socket on either the top or the end of the subwoofer. When mounting a stack (two ICL-R arrays) on top of one or two
subwoofers, it is best to first mount the lower line array module onto the subwoofer and then attach the top line array. It’s easier and safer.
Do not attempt to mount a stacked ICL-R array onto a subwoofer standing vertically. The resulting assembly is unstable.
Master Slave #1 Slave #2 Slave #3

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Wiring Diagrams For Basic Setups
IC Live arrays were developed for a wide range of different size and types of venues, including even large multi-array events. They include
RHAON, the Renkus-Heinz Audio Operations Network, which provides operational control and supervision of multiple arrays from a re-
motely located computer and multi-channel digital audio distribution.
When remote computer supervision and control is not needed, IC Live arrays can be treated just like any other self-powered loudspeaker.
Simply connect an analog audio signal, plug in the power, make sure the correct Preset is selected and adjust the level. See drawings
below.
AnalogAudio/
AES/EBU INPUT
Analog orAES/EBU Digital Cable
AnalogAudio/
AES/EBU Input Analog orAES/EBU Digital Cable
Analog orAES/EBU Digital Cable
AnalogAudio/
AES/EBU Input
Single ICL-R Array Setup
Stacked (Dual) ICL-R Array Setup
Stacked (Dual) ICL-R Array &
Dual IC215S-R Subwoofer Setup

System Wiring With PC Control
Notice that no Ethernet switch is needed in single array setups. Instead, only a simple Ethernet Crossover cable is required.
An Ethernet switch needed only when there are two or more devices, such as an array and a subwoofer. A stacked array is treated as a
single device since it performs as one even though it has two modules.
Satisfactory 100 aseT Ethernet switches of many sizes (output ports) are available from a number of sources. Unmanaged switches are
adequate for most applications. Managed switches are not required.
Systems using CobraNet digital audio distribution require either a suitable analog to CobraNet converter or a mixing console with a Co-
braNet output. Suitable analog to CobraNet converters are available from a number of sources, such as i-Amp, Peavey and others. The
converter’s output would plug into one of the Ethernet switch ports.
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AnalogAudio/
AES/EBU INPUT
CAT5e Crossover Cable
Analog orAES/EBU Digital Cable
Single ICL-R Array Setup
with Computer Control
AnalogAudio/
AES/EBU Input
Analog orAES/EBU Digital Cable
CAT5e Crossover Cable
Stacked (Dual) ICL-R Array Setup
With Computer Control
Ethernet
Switch
Analog orAES/EBU Digital Cable
CAT5e Cable CAT5e Cables
AnalogAudio/
AES/EBU Input
Stacked (Dual) ICL-R Array &
Dual IC215S-R Subwoofer Setup
with Computer Control

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Master/Slave Setup Switches
Master/Slave Link Cable Connector
Analog 1 - AES/E U Input Connector
Looping Analog -AES/E U Connector
Primary Ethernet Input Connector
Preset Controls
Operating Controls
Looping AC Power Connector
90/260 V AC Power Connector
AES/E U Input Selector
Notice that on the ICL-R the Analog and AES/E U inputs share common input connectors. The AES/E U Input Selector switches the
amplifier between Analog and AES/E U input modes. On the IC215S-R, the inputs are separate.
Important: If you are working with a stacked array and one or two subwoofers, make sure your power source (power strip) is
adequate to handle the power drain. A stacked array will draw up to 13 Amps at 120 Volts and each IC215S-R needs a 15 Amp
source.
Analog 1 Input
&
Looping Output
Primary Ethernet Input Connector
Mute Controls
AC Power Connector
AES/E U Input
Array Connections
The ICL-R array and IC215S-R Subwoofer Input/Control panels are shown below.
ICL-R
Control Panel
IC215S-R
Input / Control Panel
Power On / Off
IC215S-R
Power Control Panel
Level Controls
Signal Present & Clip
Status Indicators

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peration With No PC
This portion of the Users Guide assumes that all input connections have been made and that you are not using CobraNet digital audio for
the program source. If you are using CobraNet Digital Audio, refer to Pages 28 & 29 for detailed instructions.
Note that if you are working with a stacked array, the Slave module is controlled by the Master module and most of the Slave’s controls will
be inoperative. Your connections need to be made to the lower Master module. You also need to make sure the CAT5e linking signal cable
and the short AC power cable that links the two modules together are in place.
We’ll start with a system that will be run without a computer.
1. Plug in the power cord(s) and turn on AC power to the Array. The ICL-R does not have a power switch. However it can be placed in or
out of Standby with the Volume Up and Down push buttons. To change hold both buttons down for several seconds. The Power LED will
glow when the amplifier is on.
2. Check the preset digital readout display to make sure the correct preset is selected. On single ICL-R arrays:
Preset 10: is factory installed and locked to “Flat” for use in transducer testing and
should not be used during normal operation.
Preset 11: is factory installed and locked for small venues needing only a 50 foot
throw
Preset 12: is factory installed and locked for venues needing a 75 foot throw
Preset 13: is factory installed and locked for venues needing a 100 foot throw
Preset 14: was installed by Quality Assurance during final performance testing at the
factory and was not locked. It may have been deleted and replaced by a
user installed preset
Presets 15,16, 17, 18 & 19 are set aside for user installed presets.
On stacked ICL-R arrays;
Preset 20: is factory installed and locked to “Flat” for use in transducer testing and
should not be used during normal operation.
Preset 21: is factory installed and locked for venues needing a 100 foot throw
Preset 22: is factory installed and locked for venues needing a 125 foot throw
Preset 23: is factory installed and locked for venues needing a 150 foot throw
Preset 24: was installed by Quality Assurance during final performance testing at the
factory and was not locked. It may have been deleted and replaced by a user
installed preset
Presets 25,26, 27, 28 & 29 are set aside for user installed presets.
Note: Graphic displays of the Presets can be viewed on the pages 12 & 13.
3 If the right preset isn’t selected, use the Up & Down push buttons to select the desired preset.
Then press the Enter button. The display will flash while the new Preset is being loaded and return
to a steady glow when the procedure is complete. If by accident, you select an empty Preset, the
dots following the numbers will flash to show no preset is being loaded (no preset is available).
4.If you will be using an AES/E U digital signal, make sure the AES/E U input has been selected. The status LED will be glowing green if
it is selected.
5. Check the setting of the Input Pad. The pad should be inserted if your analog input source has a high output level. When On, a 10 d
pad is inserted into the input circuit enabling the amplifier to handle input levels of up to + 24 d u. The yellow LED will glow when the pad
is inserted.
6. Set the amplifier’s output level using the Volume Up & Down push buttons. Notice that when you are using these buttons, the digital
readout will display the level setting in d . You can also mute the output by pressing the Mute button.
Important: The factory presets do not include any EQ, high or low frequency shelving, delay or compression. These can be
added to the presets using a PC equipped with RHA N. Refer to page 16 for details.
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Presets ICL-R
Preset 11
ICL-R with 30 degree opening angle and -5 degree aiming angle; suggested for venues with 50’ deep audience areas.
Preset 12
ICL-R with 25 degree opening angle and -5 degree aiming angle; suggested for venues with 75’ deep audience areas.
Preset 13
ICL-R with 20 degree opening angle and -5 degree aiming angle; suggested for venues with 100’ deep audience areas

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Presets (Stacked ICL-Rs)
Preset 21
Stacked ICL-R arrays with 20 degree opening angle, -5 degree aiming angle.provides better control and higher sound levels in venues with 100’ deep audience
areas than a single ICL-R array.
Preset 22
Stacked ICL-R array with 15 degree opening angle, -5 degree aiming angle. Suggested for venues with 125’ deep audience areas.
Preset 23
Stacked ICL-R array with 10 degree opening angle, -5 degree aiming angle. Suggested for venues with 125’ or deeper audience areas.

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Double click on the RHAON icon on your desktop to open RHAON.
When RHAON opens, select Scan Network from the menu in the upper
left corner of the screen.
RHAON will then scan the Ethernet network for any connected loud-
speakers and list them in the Network sub-directory in the directory
tree. Use your mouse to drag each loudspeaker listing into the work
space where it will show up as an Icon.
Double clicking on the Icon will open that array’s Connect Properties
window where you can check or change the array’s input selections.
ICL-R arrays have provisions for two Cobranet input, two analog audio
inputs and a serial audio (AES 3id) digital input. Selecting the input you
want is as easy as clicking on the desired radio button.
The square Signal Present indicators turn green whenever a signal is
present.The 10 d Pad in the Analog 1 input inserts a 10 d pad into
the Analog 1 input, allowing input signals of up to + 24 d u. Without the
pad, the input clips at +12 df u.
Pressing the eam Steering tab will open the eam Steering section of
RHAON and allow you to check what Preset configuration is selected
or to select a new Preset.
Selecting the Supervise tab will change the loudspeaker icons in the
work space from the Connect mode to the Supervise mode. The four
control buttons on the icon allow you to turn the array On or
Off(Standby), wink the array’s wink light to help you identify it in multi-
array setups, mute its output and tell when it loses signal.
Double clicking on the icon will open the array’s Supervision window
which allows you to see at a glance how the array is performing and
adjust its input gain (output level). You can also mute its output and turn
the array On or Off(Standby).
The usual method of monitoring a multi-array system during a program
is to watch the array icons in the workspace. Green status bars mean
everything is fine, yellow bars indicate the array is being overdriven, red
bars indicate a problem has been detected. Double clicking on that
array's icon will open its supervisory window and provide more details
on the problem.
Single array systems can be monitored either with their icon or by view-
ing the vertical control panel section in one of their property windows.
Computer Controlled peration & Supervision
Now, it’s time to look at a system using RHAON for computer control and supervision. Your computer will have to have RHAON installed on
it. If it doesn’t, turn to page 20 for installation and setup instructions.
You also need to be aware that even if RHAON is installed on the computer you are using, you may not have access to all its features.
RHAON includes several levels of password protection to prevent inadvertent or unauthorized changes of the control settings and you may
be denied access to some or all of the control settings.If the computer has been set up for password protection, opening RHAON will pro-
duce a Sign-In prompt asking for your password. You will be unable to proceed until you have entered your password. For more details on
RHAON and password protection, please refer to page 44.

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Text fields for entering a name for the loud-
speaker and listing its location.
Press Wink with Light button to turn the
loudspeaker’s wink light on and off to aid in
identifying the loudspeaker and its location.
Output status indicators for each amplifier.
See Status Indicators below for details.
Output bar graph. “0” represents the maxi-
mum uncompressed output level; positive
values indicate how far the signal is over-
shooting into limiting; negative values indi-
cate the amount of headroom left before
the onset of limiting.
Press Wink with Audio to send a Tone sig-
nal or Pink Noise to the loudspeaker.
Mute button mutes the entire loudspeaker.
Press to restart the loudspeakers DSP in
the event of a malfunction.
Input signal level bar graph; “0” indicates
the onset of input clipping. Analog inputs
clip at +12 d u without the 10 d input
pad, +24 d u with the pad.
Listing of the loudspeakers model number
and the sample rate (either 48 kHz or
96 kHz) of its DSP. See Updating DSP
Firmware on page 52 for more details.
Inv button inverts the input signal polarity;
glows green when signal is inverted. Use
with caution.
Amplifier temperature indicator and
bar graph.
Indicates Save whenever a change is
made as a reminder to save the change.
Volume control slider; adjust by grabbing
slider with mouse or by using up/down ar-
rows.Settings adjustable from “0” to -50 in
1 d steps, then to -100 d in one step;
settings below -8 d prevent the loud-
speaker from reaching full output.
The Thermal, Peak and Fail indicators above the output meter provide critical information on the array’s status. The Peak indicator will
flash yellow or red whenever the device’s peak limiter is triggered. It’s normal for the indicator to flash occasionally if the loudspeaker is
being used close to its rated output. Flashing frequently is a sign that the system volume needs to be turned down. The Thermal indicator
will start to flash yellow as the amplifier temperature approaches a preset level and will turn red if the temperature continues to increase as
a warning the amplifier is about to be shut down. The Fail indicator glows red when the amplifier has been shut down by the protective cir-
cuitry. Heat related shutdowns will reset automatically after the amplifier cools down to a safe temperature.
As a further protective measure, the amplifier’s gain will gradually be reduced in response to overheating and/or to high an input level.
However, it’s best to manually reduce the input signal level (overall system volume) in response to distress signals.
You may have noticed that the vertical control panel in the Supervise and Connect Property windows is the same.
A detailed description of the vertical control panel’s features and functions follows.
Power button switches the amplifier(s) be-
tween On and Standby. (turning AC power
on and off is an entirely manual operation.

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Computer Controlled peration (continued)
Assigning Digital and Analog Inputs
The larger right portion of the Properties windows vary with the operating mode. The Connect window is divided into an upper light grey
Internal DSP Connections section and and a darker grey lower CobraNet Routing Assignments section.
The Assign Amplifier Inputs portion of the upper section is where you select which one of the Array’s multiple inputs will be routed to the
Main input and which one will be used for the Priority override circuit. RHAON Empowered loudspeakers have provisions for two Co-
braNet digital audio inputs, two analog audio inputs and a serial audio (AES3id format) digital input. Selecting the input is as simple as
clicking on one of the radio buttons.
Notice that the Analog 1 input includes a 10 d pad. In the On position it inserts a 10 d pad into the Analog 1 input, allowing input sig-
nals as high as +24 d u. Without the pad, the analog inputs clip at +12 d u.
The square Signal Present indicators turn green whenever a signal is present.. You can activate any of the analog and CobraNet digital
inputs in the upper group. If you select either of the AES/E U inputs in the lower group, all Analog and CobraNet inputs are disabled.
The right hand Assign Cobranet Outputs portion of the upper section lets you use any of the audio inputs or amplifier outputs as an output
to the CobraNet network, except for the AES/E U inputs. AES/E U signals are clocked separately from CobraNet and cannot be output
to CobraNet from RHAON.
The lower CobraNet Routing Assignments section is where you select which CobraNet input channel you want to use and set up the out-
put transmitter.
You can use RHAON without digital audio distribution via CobraNet to Control and Supervise your system, or you can combine digital and
analog signal distribution for redundant signal path and/or life safety applications. However, if you use AES/E U serial digital inputs,
all other audio inputs are automatically disabled.
If you are not using CobraNet for digital audio distribution in your RHAON system, you can skip the next few pages and move on to eam
Steering (page 23).

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Computer Controlled peration (continued)
DSP Control
The Control properties window includes controls for an 8-band Parametric EQ complete with High and Low pass filters and shelving fil-
ters, plus controls for a compressor, signal delay and several other user configurable DSP functions.
Opening the Control window allows you to tell at a glance what EQ, if any, has been installed into the array’s DSP and change if if
needed. Remember, the presets installed at the factory include only beam steering information. They do not include EQ, delay or com-
pression.
The filter controls are underneath the frequency chart. To activate a filter, click the button above its white data fields; then either type in
your values, use the up-down arrows or scroll with your mouse to adjust the parameters. At the far left is a high pass filter; its low pass
counterpart is at the far right. These filters have three controls: Cutoff Frequency, Type ( essel, utterworth, etc.), and Slope. The pair of
filters to the inside are shelving filters, with controls for corner frequency and boost/cut.
The center section gives you control of 8 fully parametric filters, with controls for center frequency, boost/cut and bandwidth in octaves.
When you activate a filter, its button turns green and it appears on the graph – each filter appears in a different color. A solid line shows
the overall EQ curve. The ypass All button at the bottom of this section lets you compare filtered and unfiltered signals quickly.
All filter parameters can be controlled with the scroll wheel on your mouse. Click inside the control field and scroll to set: Gain,
Bandwidth, Frequency, etc.
elow the EQ section in the light grey area, you’ll find controls for the Compressor on the left. The controls – Threshold, Ratio, Attack
Time, Release Time and Soft Knee – are similar to the EQ controls. You can type in values, use the Up/Down buttons, or scroll with your
mouse to find the values you want. Under Signal you will find buttons that set the compressor’s trigger point Above, At or elow the
Knee.
When the compressor is operating, the ypass button is red and the Gain Reduction meter on the right side of this section lights up. To
turn the compressor off or to compare the uncompressed output to the compressed output, click the ypass button. To the right of the
compression Reduction Meter is the Make-Up Gain control. This control can be used to restore RMS levels of the compressed signal to
those expected of the signal pre-compression. It has a range of 0 to +12 d .
The arrays input module's DSP has 340 milliseconds of signal delay available, if you are using the 48 kHz sample rate; 170 milliseconds
if you are using 96 kHz. Use either the up-down arrows or the slider control to adjust the delay time.

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Computer selection of Presets is accomplished in the eams / Presets window.
If you are operating in the virtual mode (no array connected) the the white Presets field will be blank. When an array is connected, the list-
ing fiels will be populated with a list of the Presets stored in the Arrays memory and a green bar will indicate which preset, if any, is loaded
into the array. See below.
The Steering column in the Preset window contains steering information on the Preset. The C: figure identifies the acoustic center locatio,
the S; figure the aiming angle, the O: figure the opening angle and the final numbers the amount of attenuation assigned to the beam. The
DSP? column shows whether or not the Preset includes DSP data (EQ settings for example).

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Load Preset
The Load Preset control and its associated up/down arrows are used to select and install (load) a specific Preset into the array’s DSP
memory.
If no DSP data is not included in the Preset, a dialog box will call the lack of DSP data to your attention and ask if it is OK to proceed.
Answering Yes, will initiate the process, introduce a Loading Status screen and hide the lettering in the eams / Presets window. The
Loading Status window will disappear and the lettering will reappear when the process is complete.
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Controls
Most of the buttons at the bottom of the window provide additional control over Presets. We will cover them in detail in the next section of
this manual..
The Panel Controls, however, serve different functions. Clicking on the Panel Display control will turn the Preset digital readout display on
the rear of the array On and Off. The display is often turned off during a performance to prevent the readout’s red glow from being a dis-
traction. The button will say On in red when the readout is turned On.
The Panel uttons control locks all the controls on the rear of the associated array to prevent inadvertent changing of the settings or tam-
pering. The padlock ion will be closed when the controls are locked.
SysTune Interface
If you are using SysTune as your measure-
ment system during setup and tuning, you
can access the array’s DSP from within Sys-
Tune.
This allows you to take a measurement, ad-
just the EQ settings and then view the result
of the changes in real time within one pro-
gram and on one screen - - no more jumping
back and forth between programs and win-
dows.

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