iConyx Iconyx IC Live ICL-FR User manual

Owners Manual
USERS MANUAL
Assembly
&
Installation Instructions
ICL-FR &ICL-FR-DUAL
IC Live
Digitally Steerable Line Array Loudspeaker Systems
Version 1.4

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IM ORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
To reiterate the above warnings: servicing instructions are for
use by qualified personnel only. To avoid electric shock, do
notperformanyservicingotherthanthatcontainedintheOpe-
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 ausführen, es sei denn
Sie sind dafür qualifiziert. Wartungsarbeiten auszuführen.
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 QUALIFIEDAS
SERVICE PERSONNEL
GEFAHR EINES ELEKTRISCHEN SCHLAGES:
NUR VON QUALIFIZIEREM WARTUNGSPERSONAL
ZU ÖFFNEN
Der Blitz mit nach untenzielendem Pfeil in
einem gleichseitigen Dreieck weist den
Benutzer auf das Vorhandensein einer
unisolierten, "gefährlichen Spannung" im
Gehäuse hin, die stark genug sein kann, einer
Person einen gefährlichen elektrischen Schlag
zu versetzen.
Das Ausrufezeichen in einem gleichseitigen
Dreieck weist den Benutzer auf wichtige
Betriebs- und Wartungsvorschriften in den
beiliegenden Unterlagen des Gerätes hin.
Erklärung 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. Apolarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.
Agrounding 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 particular-
ly 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. TheAC Power Cord is theAC 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
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as
power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been
dropped.
“WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EX OSE THIS A ARATUS TO RAIN OR MOIS-
TURE”
“CAUTION: THESE SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR USE
BY QUALIFIED SERVICE ERSONNEL ONLY. TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT ERFORM ANY SERVICING
OTHER THAN THAT CONTAINED IN THE O ERATING INSTRUC-
TIONS UNLESS YOU ARE QUALIFIED TO DO SO”.
IM ORTANT
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 OF CONTENTS Page
Introduction 4
General Information 4
Assembly Instructions 4
Address Number Verification 6
Introduction To RHAON 7
RHAON Organization 8
reparation 10
Computer Requirements 10
Software Installation 10
Virtual Systems 12
Assigning a Static IPAddress 13
Saving Your Work 15
Connect Mode 16
Linking Software With Networked Loudspeakers 16
Properties Windows 18
Assigning Digital &Analog Inputs 20
CobraNet Signal Routing 21
eam Steering 23
Presets 31
IC-RC1 Remote Preset Control 31
Control Mode 32
User Configurable DSP Functions 33
Saving Changes 34
Saving To Presets
All Loudspeakers Control 35
Group Control 36
Copy Settings / Copy Presets 37
Supervise Mode 38
Event Logging & Notification 40
General Preferences 41
Password Protection 42
Installation & Servicing 44
Trouble Shooting Hints 45
Appendix I
Audio Evacuation & Life Safety Functions 46
Appendix II
RHAON System lock Diagrams 47
IC-RC1 Remote Preset Control lock Diagram 50
Appendix III
IC-FR Hardware Inputs, Outputs & Indicators 51
Appendix IV:
Keeping Your RHAON Program Up-To-Date 52
Software 52
Firmware 54
Appendix V:
Using Third Party Controllers 58
Networking and RHAON Systems 60
RHAON Network Trouble Shooting Tips 61
IC-FR Dimensions & Technical Specifications 63
Index 65
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of a Renkus-Heinz RHAON Empowered digitally steered Iconyx IC Live column loudspeaker. We
hope you enjoy it.
Your Iconyx IC Live 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 SU ORT
If you have any questions about RHAON-Empowered Loudspeakers or encounter a problem designing, installing, setting up or oper-
ating a RHAON system, please call our technical support staff at 949-588-9997 and ask the operator for technical support on
RHAON. Call Monday through Friday from 8:00AM 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/index.html.
ICL-FR-DUAL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
To simplify shipping and handling, ICL-FR-DUAL arrays are shipped as two modules in separate cartons and
need to be assembled in the field.All the hardware needed to assemble the ICL-FR-DUAL is included in the car-
tons.
If you ordered a HK-ICL series mounting hinge kit with your ICL-FR array, the hinge hardware will be packed with
the other hardware.
In the following instructions, the term “module” is used to refer to one of the 8-channel sections of the finished
assembly, which is called a column or a column array.
Prepare an assembly area. Each module is 4 feet long, so you need a flat surface at least 8 feet long to assemble
the dual array. We suggest covering the assembly area with a heavy cloth or some other soft material to prevent
damaging the finish on the cabinets while assembling them.
Avoid resting the modules on their grille. The modules are heavy and may deform the grille. Instead, rest the
modules on their sides or back.
Place the modules in their respective positions on the assembly area.
Note: The proper way of assembling the two modules is to join the horn sections together as shown in this photo.
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Attach the heavy joining plate to the rear of the cabinet using the
machine screws provided with the hardware. See below. Tighten
the screws loosely to allow a little movement while joining the two
modules.
Plug one end of the flat wire signal cable into the socket provided.
It only goes into the socket one way and the cable is reversible. It
does not matter which end goes into which module. Using a #1
Phillips screw driver, secure the connector with two 4-40 Phillips
head screws (supplied). Make sure the connector is fully seated.
See below.
If you purchased two ICL-F arrays separately and now want to
turn them into a ICL-F-DUAL array, you will also need an ICL-F-
KIT-UP joining kit..
The first assembly step is to remove the top of both modules To
remove the top, remove the eight machine screws from each
side of the cabinet and lift the end piece and its mounting brack-
ets out of the cabinet as shown.
The next step is to install the two heavy joining plates They will
be packed with the hardware if you ordered an ICL-FR-DUAL.
Note: The graphics that follow show the two joining plates
mounted in one cabinet. In actual practice, it is better to
mount one plate in one cabinet and the other in the second
cabinet. They should be attached to the side where the small
db15 signal cable connector is located. This reduces the
possibility of damaging the connector while sliding the two
cabinets together.
Use the mounting bracket machine screws you removed to install
the two heavy joining plates .Tighten the screws lightly. The join-
ing plates need to be a little loose to slide easily into the other
cabinet.
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Align the two modules to be joined on a tabletop or on the floor so that the top of the lower one and the bottom
of the upper one are close to one another, say 4” (10 cm) apart.
Insert the free end of the short ribbon cable into the socket on the second module. Using a small Philips screw
driver, secure the connector with two 4-40 Philips head screws (supplied). Make sure the connectors are fully
seated. If necessary, use a flashlight to check because if the connectors are not seated properly, you may have
to disassemble the column in order to seat them correctly.
Align the two modules and slide them together, making sure the holes in the heavy joining plates align with the
holes in the modules. Install the remaining screws into the joining plates and tighten all the screws.
The assembly is now complete.
Address Number Verification
All that remains is to identify which module is the Master and which is the Slave. This is
accomplished with the Master/Slave dip switches located on the input panel. See page 50 for
a detailed view of the input panel. The bottom module will be the Master and the top module
the Slave. Set both dip switches on the bottom module to “00” (off & off) and the dip switches
on the top module to “01” (on & off). On single ICL-FR arrays the dip switches should always
be set to the Master setting (“00”).
Note that certain functions will be disabled on the Slave module as their control has been
turned over to the Master module. Preset Up, Preset Down, Preset Enter , Input Pad, Volume
Up & Volume Down, AES/E U Input and Mute functions are all controlled only by the con-
trols on the Master module. Signal cables must be brought into the Master module.AC power must be brought separately into the two
modules.
Note: If you connected power to the two modules before setting the dip switches, you will need to disconnect it and then reconnect it
before the dip switch settings will take effect.
MASTER
SLAVE
MASTER
SLAVE
Master Switch
Setting Slave Switch
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INTRODUCTION TO RHAON
Your digitally controlled, steerable Iconyx IC Live ICL-FR series column loudspeaker is RHAON Empowered.
RHAON (“rayon”), the Renkus-HeinzAudio Operations Network, is the first practical system to combine digital audio distribution with pre-
cise control and supervision of self-powered loudspeakers. RHAON uses standard Ethernet hardware, advanced CobraNet technology
and on-board DSP (digital signal processing) to turn self-powered Renkus-Heinz loudspeakers from “black boxes” into “smart boxes” that
can respond to user input in real time.
General Information
Your RHAON-Empowered Loudspeaker’s amplifier stores all onboard DSP settings, including the input source selection, in non-volatile
memory.Analog Input 1 has been pre-selected at the factory so you can use the loudspeaker as an ordinary self-powered loudspeaker.
Just connect a line level audio signal to Analog Input 1, connect the AC power and turn the loudspeaker on. This input is always avail-
able for testing the loudspeaker and amplifier, regardless of the programmed input settings.
You will need a computer with a NIC (Network Interface Card) and Windows-based RHAON software to change the input selection or any
of the other DSP settings. Once your DSP settings are stored in non-volatile memory, the computer can be disconnected from the net-
work. You will need to connect a computer only when you want to change the settings or when you want to use the supervise feature.
Renkus-Heinz engineering has programmed the onboard DSP to optimize the loudspeaker’s performance and to ensure its safe opera-
tion. Replace the RHAON hardware module only with another unit that has been factory programmed for the same loudspeaker. Contact
our Technical Support Department for details and assistance.
Access Control Note
RHAON systems feature several levels of password-protected access control to prevent inadvertent or unauthorized changes of the con-
trol settings. Even when you connect a computer running RHAON software, you may be denied access to some or all of the Connect and
Control mode functions, depending on how the access control system is configured. For further information on password protection refer
to page 42 of this manual or contact the person responsible for the setup and tuning or commissioning of your system.
Important
If you will be controlling/supervising your RHAON empowered system with a laptop, do not close the laptop’s lid or allow your
laptop to go to sleep (hibernate) during operation. Some CobraNet components may not wake up from hibernation when your
computer awakens. Your system will continue to operate normally until you attempt to change any of the settings. For example,
until you attempt to change your resets (they won’t load) or change your EQ settings and you can’t save them to the loud-
speaker(s). Communications between your computer and the loudspeakers on the network have been disrupted by the mal-
functioning CobraNet components. To prevent this set your laptop’s Hibernation / Sleep settings to “Never”.
Note that this does not affect normal operation. Your system will continue to operate normally until you try to change some of
the settings. If this occurs or some other WindowsTM event causes the CobraNet components to malfunction, you will need to
either Restart your computer or use the Windows Task Manager to return to normal operation. To use the Task Manager, close
RHAON (and, if running, CobraNet Discovery) and use “Ctrl-Alt-Delete” to open the Task Manager. Select the “ rocesses” tab
and look for ‘ ACNDISCO.EXE’ and ‘ ASSBRIDGE.EXE’ (Windows may shorten the names and add ‘~1’). Select them and click
“End rocess”. Then re-open RHAON.
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RHAON ORGANIZATION: Three Fundamental Audio Operations
efore we go on, let’s take a look at the structure of RHAON.Audio operations comprise three fundamental areas that are nec-
essary for the success of any sound system:
CONNECT
In a RHAON system there are both physical connections and network (software) connections. The physical connections are
made using UTP cable meeting at least CAT5e standards and/or analog cables as well as AC power cords. Network connec-
tions are established in the software. You don’t have to make the two types of connections in a particular order. RHAON soft-
ware allows you to set up a “virtual system” using beam steering, pre-configure DSP settings for individual loudspeakers and
establish and store preset configurations before the physical connections are made. If you are using RHAON’s CobraNet digital
audio functions, you will also need to connect a CobraNet source (an analog to CobraNet converter) to the network.
CONTROL
You can control many DSP parameters in real time, and/or pre-configure them in software prior to installation and make final
adjustments during commissioning or setup. Preset configurations are available for instant recall.
SU ERVISE
RHAON allows both real-time supervision while the system is in use, and remote supervision with fault logging and operator
alerts via e-mail, text messaging, etc. In steerable arrays, every single driver is supervised and its status displayed, any failures
detected trigger an alarm.
At any time you can switch into any of the three RHAON operating modes using the Connect | Control | Supervise tool bar
directly above the work space. You can also switch between the three modes and the beams / Presets folder using tabs
inside the Loudspeaker Properties windows.
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TYPICAL PROJECT WORKFLOW
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CONNECT
CONT ROL
SU ERVISE
INSTALL RHAON
software under
Windows 2000,
Windows XP
CHOOSE BACKGROUND I AGE
This can make it easier to see
where Groups and Loudspeakers
are in the venue
ADD VIRTUAL SPEAKERS
or scan network for actual
loudspeakers
GROUP VIRTUAL SPEAKERS
or group actual loudspeakers
found on your network
SET STATIC IP ADDRESS TO 192.168.1.1
(or a different value if you need to).
192.168.xxx.xxx are local IP addresses
that won’t appear on the Web.
PRESETS
Control & Store
Presets
SCAN THE NETWORK
RHAON assigns
IP Addresses as needed
ASSOCIATE VIRTUAL &
ACTUAL LOUDSPEAKERS
Drag from left panel,
drop on icon in right panel
SELECT DIGITAL and/or
ANALOG INPUTS
ROUTE COBRANET
CobraNet Source
Drag-and-Drop Tx/Rx links
EQUALIZATION
8-band parametric EQ,
hi-and lo-shelving
hi-pass and lo-pass
CO PRESSION
Threshold / Ratio
Attack / Release
Soft Knee / Trigger Point
DELAY
0 to 340 milliseconds @ 48 kHz
0 to 170 milliseconds @ 96 kHz
PRIORITY OVERRIDE
Attack / Release
Threshold / Hold
Engage / Disengage
BEA STEERING
Configure and Aim
Array’s Sonic Beams
OPERATOR ALERTS
RHAON indicates problems
such as over temperature,
clipping or driver failure at
System, Group and
Loudspeaker levels
DETAILED INFOR ATION
Just click through to the
loudspeaker’s Supervise screen
to identify the nature of the
problem and take corrective
action
FAULT LOGGING
RHAON logs the fault
conditions you specify to a
file on your hard drive
OPERATOR NOTIFICATION
via e-mail or text message
(if your computer has a second
NIC with an Internet
connection)
ULTI-LEVEL PASSWORD
PROTECTION
restrict access to Connect and
Control functions
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CONTROL PANEL
Configure Loudspeaker
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Software Installation
You need a Windows PC running RHAON software in order to maximize the performance of RHAON-Empowered loudspeakers and
your RHAON system. You can use RHAON software during the design stage, for system setup, tuning and commissioning, and for
remote control and supervision. You can disconnect the computer from the network after commissioning the system, if you or your
client are not using RHAON’s system supervision capabilities.
RHAON software will run on any PC computer that meets or exceeds the following requirements.
Processor / Speed: Pentium / 800 MHz minimum (faster recommended, especially for large systems)
RAM: 256 M minimum (more recommended, especially for large systems)
Interface: At least one Network Interface Card (NIC) with a 100 aseT (100 M /second) or faster
Ethernet Port; two NICs are needed if the computer will also be used to e-mail alerts
Operating System: Windows XP, Vista and Windows 7 with either 32-bit or 64-bit processors
Associated Software: .NET Framework 3.5 or higher (supplied with RHAON installation CD)
Screen Resolution: 1024 x 768 or higher
To install the software insert the RHAON installation disk into the computer’s CD drive. The installation program should start auto-
matically. During the installation you will need to select either the 32-bit or the 64-bit install RHAON 1.4 is downwards compatible
with earlier versions of RHAON Microcontroller and DS firmware so you do not need to uninstall a previous version of
RHAON before installing program version 1.4.. However, new program features may not function in loudspeakers running
earlier versions of firmware.
If the installation program doesn’t, start automatically, go to your Start menu. Then select Settings/Control Panel &Add/Remove
Programs. Click on Install to start the installation manually.
The RHAON Setup window shown below will open.
Click on Next to proceed to the next step. Then follow the screen prompts until the installation is complete.
During the installation you will be asked if you want to install the CobraNet Components. Answer “Yes”, even if you will not be using
CobraNet digital audio distribution. These CobraNet files are needed by RHAON for control and supervision.
The installation program will install RHAON in a Renkus-Heinz/Rhaon folder on your hard drive. It will not uninstall earlier versions of
RHAON. Use Settings/Control Panel andAdd/Remove to uninstall an earlier version, if you want to delete it.
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The RHAON Installer puts a RHAON Icon on your desktop. Double click on it to open the RHAON software program. You should see
the opening screen shown below.
Notice that the program warns you if your display settings may cause viewing problems. If you are using “Large Fonts,” we recom-
mend you change to the default 96 DPI setting to avoid possible viewing problems.
The grey background with RHAON watermark can easily be changed to something more useful, such as a block diagram of your
system or a photo of the venue. To change the background, go to the Options pull-down menu and select ackground Image/Load
Image. Then browse to the drawing or photo you want to use.
e aware that the photo or drawing you import needs to be of approximately the proper size and shape before importing. If it is
slightly to large, scroll bars that allow you to shift the picture up and down and to the right or left will appear. It it’s too small, blank
space will surround it.
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RHAON software can save you time at the job site by enabling you to set up a complete virtual loudspeaker system before you go to
the site. When you get to the site, you connect your computer to the network, link the virtual loudspeakers with their real counterparts,
and upload the settings to each individual loudspeaker.
Your loudspeaker system can include individual loudspeakers, groups of multiple loudspeakers, or a combination of both. Groups as
well as individual loudspeakers can be controlled (Muted, have their levels adjusted, etc.) using your mouse.
We recommend you consider using “Groups” in your designs. You can always control each individual loudspeaker, but quite often it’s
more efficient to have them grouped together..
You begin designing a virtual system in
the main RHAON window, which is divid-
ed into two sections. The left vertical
panel lists all the available devices in a
directory tree format. The larger section
on the right displays loudspeaker icons
and other specialized work areas: theAll
Loudspeakers icon represents your loud-
speaker system. It functions as a “group:
control for all the loudspeakers. If you
need more space on the right, minimize
the left hand section by clicking on the
Close icon on its right edge.
Lets say we want to add two stacked
ICL-R arrays to our system. Clicking on
Add Virtual Device(s) in the top left tool-
bar opens anAdd New Speakers win-
dow. rowse to find the loudspeaker
model you want to add ICLive-R Dual in
the example) and select it. Type a quanti-
ty (2 in our screen shot) into theAmount
To Add field and click theAdd button.
In the screen shot to the right, icons rep-
resenting the ICLive-R Dual arrays have
been added to the workspace and moved
to their approximate location by grabbing
them with the Mouse Cursor and moving
them.
Now you can define initial DSP settings
for your virtual loudspeakers. The DSP
settings can then be uploaded to the
actual loudspeakers once your computer
has been connected to the loudspeaker
network at the site.
Virtual System Design
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You can begin your preparation offline in a virtual envi-
ronment, but to make a RHAON system operational you
have to connect your computer and RHAON-Empowered
loudspeakers to an Ethernet network.
You need to associate the virtual loudspeakers you have
created in RHAON with the actual loudspeakers installed
in the system. The first step is to make sure the comput-
er’s Network Interface Card (NIC) is properly setup .
Your NIC must have a static I address assigned to
it: this enables RHAON software to communicate to
all the loudspeakers on the network.
Each device on the RHAON/CobraNet network must
have a unique IP address in order to communicate.
RHAON software can assign the IP addresses to your
networked loudspeakers automatically.
In Windows, go to My Computer/Control Panel/Network
Connections. Find the connection you wish to use. It
will likely be called “LocalArea Connection”, unless you
have renamed it.
Also, note the model number of the NIC, as the RHAON
software will require it later. Right click the icon and click
“Properties” to open its Properties window.
Then, double click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) to open
its Properties window. You will probably see that your
computer is configured to Obtain an IPAddress
Automatically. Change this to Use the Following IP
Address and enter an IP address of, for example
192.168.1.1. Next, insert 255.255.255.0 into the Subnet
Mask field. Click OK and you are ready to connect to the
RHAON/CobraNet network.
Note: IPaddresses are in the format xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx
where “xxx” is any digit from 0 - 255. Local IP address-
es that appear only to other devices on a LAN (Local
Area Network) are defined as ranges 192.168.xxx.xxx,
10.xxx.xxx and 172.16.xxx.xxx to 172
Assigning a Static I Address to the RHAON Host Computer
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Prior to plugging a RJ-45 connec-
tor into your computer’s Ethernet
port, you need to make sure that
RHAON has the correct network
settings. In the RHAON software,
go to the Options menu and select
“Preferences”. On the General
tab, make sure the correct NIC is
selected in theAdapter field. The
available selections are based on
the listing of your network connec-
tion you noted earlier. Refer to
page 13.
Each device on the
RHAON/CobraNet network must
have a unique IP address in order
to communicate over the Ethernet
network. The RHAON software
can assign IP addresses to all the
RHAON-Empowered loudspeak-
ers connected to your network.
Since we want RHAON to manage
the IP addresses for our loudspeakers, make sure the “Use RHAON to Manage IP addresses” feature in the IPAddressing section is
checked.
efore RHAON can scan your network and assign IP addresses to the devices it finds, you need to specify a range of IP addresses to
use. The static address assigned to the computer in Windows sets the “subnet” you will be using. Asubnet is the first three parts
(“octets”) of the IP address. In the example, the subnet is 192.168.1. Therefore, all the IP addresses on the network will be in the form
192.168.1.xxx.
To define the range of IP addresses RHAON will scan, first uncheck the “Use RHAON to Manage IP addresses” box. Then type two
valid IP addresses into the two fields: one for the lower limit of the range and the other for the upper limit. Since 192.168.1.1 is already
in use by the RHAON host computer, the lower limit must be at least 192.168.1.2. The upper limit can be set as high as 192.168.1.255,
but needs to be only high enough to accommodate all the devices on the network. Remember each device must have its own IP num-
ber.
After specifying the range of IP addresses that RHAON will assign to the loudspeakers, be sure the “Use RHAON to Manage IP
addresses” command is checked before leaving this window. Click OK and connect the computer to the RHAON/CobraNet Ethernet
network, i.e., plug in the CAT5e cable.
Unless you are pre-configuring a RHAON system off side and offline by creating Groups and/or defining initial DS settings
for virtual loudspeakers, there is no need to create virtual loudspeakers before connecting your computer to the network.
RHAON software can scan the local Ethernet network, identify all connected loudspeakers, assign I addresses to them, and
place icons in your main project workspace.
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Saving Your roject
It’s always a good idea to save your work regularly when using any computer software. If you have not done so, RHAON will remind
you with a prompt if you attempt to close the program without saving.
When you are ready to save your work, select Save from the File pull down menu to open the familiar Windows File Save screen
shown below. Name your project, browse to the desired file location and Save the file.
Note that you are saving the project file to your computer and not saving (loading) it into the loudspeakers.
Saving Changes
Inside each loudspeaker’s Connect, Control and Supervise Properties window is a blank black bar in the lower left corner. Whenever
you make a change in the loudspeaker settings, the word Save will appear in this space. This is a reminder that a change has been
made and needs to be saved if you want to keep it. Pressing the Save button will save the change(s) to the project file and to the
loudspeaker’s flash memory..
Note that although the changes are being sent to the project file, the project file itself is not being saved.
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To connect a RHAON network, you first make all the hardware connections, and then (if you are using CobraNet for digital audio dis-
tribution) assign signal routing using RHAONsoftware. Since all Ethernet connections are made using RJ-45 connectors and CAT5e
cable, the network infrastructure is cost-effective and easy to install. You can also connect Serial Digital (AES3id akaAES/E U) and
analog audio to a RHAON-Empowered loudspeaker, as well as Fault Detect and Fault Relay lines. A typical amplifier input panel is
shown on page 50 inAppendix 1.
Let’s say you’ve connected all your Ethernet inputs and outputs. Every venue is different: so is every network. For examples of
RHAON / CobraNet networks, seeAppendix 1.
Remember: before connecting your computer
running RHAON software to the network, you
should have assigned it a static IP address. If
you’ve done that, connect the computer to
your RHAON network and click on the Scan
Network icon. RHAON software will find all
networked loudspeakers and assign them IP
addresses automatically.
RHAON will also identify any other CobraNet
devices on your network. CobraNet devices,
including RHAON-Empowered Renkus-Heinz
loudspeakers, will be listed under Network in
the directory tree.
Note that you did not have to first create virtu-
al loudspeakers. RHAON found the actual
loudspeakers.
The next step is to drag each loudspeaker listing into the work space. This will create an icon for it.
If you created virtual loudspeakers before scanning the network, drag each individual listing from the Network folder into the main
work space and drop it on the appropriate icon.
When you link a networked loudspeaker with a software icon,
RHAON interrogates the loudspeaker to make sure the DSP
settings stored on your computer are synchronized with
those in the loudspeaker’s onboard memory. If they are not,
RHAON displays a prompt that allows you to choose which
settings to use. To upload settings from your computer to the
loudspeaker, click on Overwrite Settings on DSP. To down-
load settings from the loudspeaker and copy them into com-
puter memory, click on Read Settings from the DSP.
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Continue until all networked loudspeak-
ers are linked to icons in the main work-
space. When an icon is linked to a net-
worked loudspeaker, the status indica-
tor under its name changes from
Unassigned (Red) to OK (Green).
To confirm that the setup is complete,
return to System Layout and place the
cursor over the loudspeaker listings in
the directory tree.As you can see from
the pop up screens, RHAON has
assigned IP numbers to each of the
loudspeakers.
Let’s take a closer look at the Connect Mode loudspeaker icon.
Clockwise from the top, the first item is the icon’s name. y default this is the model number of the actual loudspeaker. The loud-
speaker symbol on the right is a Mute control: click on it to mute or un-mute the loudspeaker. The green triangles on the far right rep-
resent CobraNet Transmitters (Tx). Each CobraNet Transmitter can transmit one channel of information from the DSPout to the
CobraNet network. The Red Status bar at the bottom of the icon indicates that the icon is Unassigned: it will be green and read OK
when this icon has been linked to a networked loudspeaker.
To its left is a “W” button. Click on it to Wink the light on the front of the networked loudspeaker that is linked to the icon. This makes
it easy to identify the loudspeaker and confirm its location. On the outside left edge of the icon are two red arrows representing
CobraNet Receivers (Rx): each can receive one signal out of a bundle of up to 8 audio channels from the network.
Double clicking on any loudspeaker’s Connect icon opens the Connect Properties window associated with the linked loudspeaker.
More details on Properties windows are on the next page.
Turns Mute ON & OFFTurn “Wink” Light ON & OFF
Name
Status Indicator
CobraNet TransmittersCobraNet Receivers
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The three operational modes of RHAON, Connect, Control and Supervise all have their own unique Properties window (see below).
Notice that the vertical pane on the left side of each window is identical. The Connect, Control and Supervise tabs at the top of the
window allow you to switch between the three operating modes without returning to the main window.
The Connect Properties window gives you the ability to:
1. Select and connect the multiple inputs of Rhaon
empowered loudspeakers to the amplifier(s).
2. Select and send input signals to the CobraNet net-
work.
3. Select one of the CobraNet digital audio channels, if
CobraNet’s multi channel digital audio capability is being
used.
The Control Properties window provides setup and con-
trol facilities for the loudspeaker’s onboard DSP. It
includes controls for the:
1. uilt-in compressor.
2. 8-band parametric equalizer, hi & lo band rol loff and
shelving filters.
3. Signal delay.
4. Priority override controls.
The Supervise Properties window allows you to:
1. Monitor and test the status of each transducer’s driver.
2. Check the status of the voltage detect circuit, the fault
relay and the Ethernet network.
Notice that each one of theArray’s loudspeakers is being
supervised.
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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 withAudio 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.
Power button switches the amplifier(s)
between On and Standby. (turningAC
power on and off is an entirely manual
operation.
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. SeeAppendix lll for more
details.
Inv button inverts the input signal polarity;
glows green when signal is inverted. Use
with caution.
Amplifier temperature reading and
bar graph.
Save indicator; indicates Save whenever
a change is made to show the change
need to be saved.
Volume control slider; adjust by grabbing
slider with mouse or by using up/down
arrows.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 vertical pane in each properties window provides for loudspeaker identification and selected control features. See below for details.
Status Indicators: 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 circuitry. 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.
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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 RoutingAssignments section.
TheAssign Amplifier Inputs portion of the upper section is whereyou 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
CobraNet 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 theAnalog 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 theAES/E U inputs in the lower group, all Analog and CobraNet inputs are disabled.
The right handAssign Cobranet Outputs portion of the upper section lets you use any of the audio inputs or amplifier outputs as an out-
put to the CobraNet network, except for theAES/E U inputs. AES/E U signals are clocked separately from CobraNet and cannot be
output to CobraNet from RHAON.
The lower CobraNet RoutingAssignments section is where you select which CobraNet input channel you want to use and set up the
output 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).
Assigning Digital and Analog Inputs