ID-AL EventPlayer mkII EP220 User manual

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MANUAL
EventPlayer mkII
Show controller
Audio and DMX player
EP220 et EP230

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Table of contents
A - Safety instructions............................................................................. P1
B - Product information........................................................................... P3
1 - Product presentation ......................................................................... P4
2 - Functionnalities ................................................................................. P4
3 - Installation ........................................................................................ P5
4 - Operation mode and naming of les ............................................... P10
5 - Menu and conguration................................................................... P21
6 - Show control and DMX link ............................................................. P23
7 - Timestamped Programming control (Scheduler)............................. P25
8 - Auxiliary input .................................................................................. P27
9 - Serial RS-232 Protocol.................................................................... P28
10 - Ethernet Link ................................................................................. P32
11 - Firmware update............................................................................ P35
12 - Reset Factory................................................................................ P35
Annexe A - Specications..................................................................... P36
Annexe B : Infrared remote control....................................................... P37
ID-AL products are exclusively manufactured by Waves System
LA VILLE EN BOIS - 44830 BOUAYE - FRANCE
Sales and information: [phone]
E-mail : [email protected]
Web site: http://www.id-al.com and www.wsystem.com
Technical department : [email protected]
Technical support :
For a detailed list of the technical support options, we suggest you to visit our site
www.id-al.com.
Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and do not represent any commitment from
Waves System. The equipment described in this manual is supplied under condition of the terms of license
specifying the legal use conditions. This manual can’t be reproduced or used, in whole or in part, in any
form and by any mean, for other use than private, without the written permission from Waves System.
ID-AL is a trademarks of Waves System.

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ACAUTION! DO NOT EXPOSE TO HUMIDITY & DUST!
Unplug the power supply cable before any servicing
FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE USER’S GUIDE CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING
YOUR PLAYER.
A. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
A.1 CE marking
The CE marking is found on the nameplate, at the rear side of the device. It certies the conformance of
the device with the low voltage CE Directive, according to the EN 55022 standard, and the Electromagnetic
Compatibility Directive 61000-4-x.
A.2 Directives
• The requirements related to the electromagnetic compatibility and low voltages directive are met.
A.3 Overview
• The user manual is an integral part of the product. It must always be kept handy & close by. Proper
usage conforming to the product intended purpose involves strict compliance with the instructions given
in this manual.
In the event of return of the equipment, the user manual should be handed over to the new purchaser.
The sta󰀨 should receive instructions concerning the proper usage of the device.
• Only usage of genuine parts ensures perfect safety for the user and correct operation of the device.
Moreover, only accessories mentioned in the technical documentation or explicitly approved by the
manufacturer must be used. In the event of usage of accessories or consumable products from other
brands, the manufacturer cannot stand guarantee for the correct and safe operation of the device.
• Damages caused through usage of accessories or consumable products from other brands will not entail
right to any benet under the terms of warranty.
• The manufacturer will be liable for the safety, reliability and functioning of the product as long as the
assembly, settings, modications, extensions and repairs have been carried out by the manufacturer or
a company approved by the manufacturer and if the device is used in accordance with the instructions
mentioned in this manual.
• The player complies with the technical safety standards in force at the date of print of this manual. All
rights reserved for the electrical diagrams, procedures, names and devices mentioned herein.
• Any reproduction of the technical documentation, even partially, without the written authorization from
Waves System is prohibited.
A.4 General Safety instructions
This device has been shipped out from our facilities in perfect working condition. In order to preserve these
conditions, for safety and to avoid any risk of accidental bodily injury, the user must imperatively follow the
safety instructions and read the ‘Caution!’ messages included in this manual.
This device, made by Waves System, has been designed in a way that practically eliminates any risk if it
is used in accordance to its intended purpose. Nevertheless, with a concern for safety, we would like to
draw your attention to the following instructions:
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• When using the device, comply with all local rules and regulations in force. Any modication or
conversion of the device automatically entails loss of the homologation. The operation of a modied device
is liable to a penalty. In the interest of occupational safety, the operator and the user are held responsible
for complying with the regulations.
• Keep the original packing for a possible product re-shipment. Also ensure to keep the packing material out
of children’s reach. Only this original packing ensures optimal protection for the product during transportation.
If a product reshipment appears to be necessary during the guarantee period, Waves System is not liable
for any ensuing damages arising during the transportation and attributable to a defective packing.
• This device is used to broadcast video and audio les. It should be used only by persons whose training
or knowledge ensures proper handling.
• Before every use, the operator must check that the device is in perfect working condition.
• This product must not be used in places where there is a potential explosion risk. Besides, it must neither
be used in an environment favouring combustion nor in a humid or excessively hot or cold location.
A.5 Safety instructions against risks due to electric currents
• The device must be connected to a grounded AC power outlet or a European standard outlet installed
as per good professional practices.
• Before connecting the device, check that the power supply voltage and frequency match the specications
indicated on the device.
• Before powering, check that the device and cables are not damaged. Damaged cables and connections
must immediately be replaced.
• Never allow the power cords to come in contact with other cables. Handle the power supply cable as well
as all other cables connected to the mains with extreme care.
• Always connect the plug-in connector in the end. Ensure that the On/O󰀨 switch is in ‘O󰀨’ position before
connecting the device to the mains. The mains outlet must remain accessible after the installation.
• Check the device and its power supply cable from time to time. Disconnect the device from the mains
when it is no longer used or for the purpose of maintenance.
• Handle the power cord by using the plug-in connector only. Never remove the plug-in connector by
pulling the power cord.
• Electrical connection, repairs and maintenance must be carried out by qualied personnel.
• Do not switch on or switch o󰀨 the device within a short span of time as this will reduce equipment life.
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A.6 - Terms of use:
• This product has been designed for indoors use only.
• If this device has been exposed to very high temperature uctuations (e.g.: after transportation), do not
connect it immediately. The condensation formed inside the device could damage it. Allow the device to
attain ambient temperature before connecting it.
• Do not shake the device, avoid sudden movements during its installation or handling.
• When selecting the spot for installation of the player, ensure that it is not exposed to a high source of heat,
humidity or dust. There should not be any cables lying around as they might jeopardise your & others safety.
B. PRODUCT INFORMATION
B.1 Correct usage
The player is used to broadcast audio/video les automatically.
Correct usage involves compliance with the instructions given in this manual as well as with the requirements
concerning installation.
B.2 Incorrect usage
Any other usage or usage beyond the scope of this application is considered as incorrect usage. The
manufacturer shall not be liable for the damages ensuing from it. The user shall bear full responsibility
for the risks incurred.
B.3 Delivery details
EventPlayer EP220 or EP230
External power supply and its power supply cable
Infrared remote control
User’s manual
B.4 Specications
Audio/video Player model : EP220 or EP230
Nominal electrical values of the power supply connection
Voltage (V) 100 to 240
Frequency (Hz) 50-60
For details see Annexe B
B.5 Installation
The device must be installed in a dust free area.
Do not install the device directly against a wall. To avoid overheating, the ventilation openings must
not be blocked. Take care to leave an empty space above the ventilation slits.
B.6 Electrical connection
Before activation, check whether the mains voltage matches with the voltage indicated on the rating plate.
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1 - Introduction
EventPlayer mkII is an audio and DMX player providing Show Control function. The les are stored on a
microSD Card or USB ash memory device. This standalone player can read les automatically according
to a broadcast schedule or upon triggering by external events.
The Show Control function consists of sending commands to the 8 output contacts, programmed values
to the DMX channels or/and instructions through the serial link in synchronisation with the audio.
EventPlayer is used in sound & light shows, event driven industry, monuments displays, audio automation
and integration projects for museums, exhibitions, retail, theme parks & tourist attractions…
2 - Features
Interactivity: EventPlayer is an interactive player.
l Broadcast pattern dened by le names
l Electrical contacts: 8 inputs combinable up to 255 inputs to trigger les through sensors, push-buttons,
relays …
lCommands through the RS-232 serial link. A simple protocol is used to send commands to the player.
lCommands via a web page through the Ethernet link.
l Time programming. Integrating an real time clock, the player broadcasts les according to a schedule
created using the «ID-AL Scheduler» software.
lAn built-in infrared sensor allows remote control (optional external infrared sensor - EP230)
Show Control : EventPlayer mkII reads audio les and events les in the same time (sync). The events
are command to the outputs:
lDMX Data on the XLR output to peripheral (dimmer, LED device , moving heads....)
l8 output contact to control relays, motors, lamps...
Autoplay: EventPlayer starts automatically on powering on. This feature is programmable and can be
disabled.
Playback: The audio les are stored on a SD card or an external USB device. The playback pattern is
dened by le & directory names.
Audio input: The player o󰀨ers a line level auxiliary audio input. The input is switchable through triggering
and programming. The player acts like a message box inserted in an existing sound system. A Fade in/
out is programmable to ensure a smooth transition.
RS-232 serial link: EventPlayer mkII can receive/send data from/to an external device.
Ethernet link: The player can be controlled by Ethernet network. (html web server) and the media could
be updated using FTP transfer.

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3 - Installation
1 2 3 4 5
EP230 Only
15 - External infrared sensor
16 - USB Device
17 - 8 inputs contact
18 - 8 outputs contact
19 - 5v power output
EP220 and EP230
7 - Auxiliary audio input
8 - Line audio output
9 - Amplied speaker output
10 - Input contact
11 - RS-232 link
12 - Ethernet link
13 - USB Flash memory connector
14 - power supply
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First use: EventPlayer mkII are factory setting congured with parameters by default and the player must
operate on inserting a prepared media dedicated to.
1 - Insert a prepared microSD or USB ash memory.
1 - microSD
2 - DMX output
3 - LCD display
4 - Volume and menu
5 - Activity LED
6 - Infrared sensor
OR
microSD card USB ash memory
Note : If you connect a microSD card and a USB ash memory, microSD will be used not the USB
6
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2 - Connect speakers or a sound system to the audio output, the PSU and switch on the player
Power Supply Unit: We recommend you to use the PSU provided with the player. If you use another
PSU, you have to respect the 12V specied voltage although the player can be power supplied between
10V and 15V. The power consumed depends on the power level of the amplier.
Preparation of the medias:
Brand new USB ash drive are usually «FAT32» formatted.
If you must format a stick, select the FAT32 format according to the memory size. If the size of the les
are over 4GB, select NTFS format.Other types of formatting do not work.
If you use Windows PC computer, latest versions do not allow to format high capacity medias(>32Go)
system FAT32. In this case you must obtain a formatting software. Many softwares are available , some
free, others payable that you will easily nd on internet.
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Amplier
Speakers
12v power supply

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Internal input schematic
lIn - Trigger input
l+V - power supply output for an external
peripheral device
lG - Ground
Optocoupleur
3.1 - Connections
Connection is directly from the sensor/push button to the player trigger input.
Push button
IR Sensor with
«NO» contact output
Note: +12v is a transfer of the main
external PSU. The provided power
will not exceed 500mA.

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3.2 - Connexions - 8 input - EP230 only
Up to 8 inputs, the connections are direct. Over 8 inputs, you need to make a combination using diodes
or other electronic system according to binary combination.
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Relation of 3 inputs combination and folder
name:
SW1 = Folder 001
SW2 = Folder 002
SW3 = Folder 003
SW4 = Folder 004
Relation from 8 input to folders name:
SW1 = Folder 001
SW2 = Folder 002
SW3 = Folder 004
SW4 = Folder 008
SW5 = Folder 016
SW6 = Folder 032
SW7 = Folder 064
SW8 = Folder 128
Example to play folder 001 or 002 Example of combination to play
folder 021 Example for use SensoPad
powered by the player to
play folder 001
SW5 = Folder 005
SW6 = Folder 006
SW7 = Folder 007

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Out x
G
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3.3 - Contact output - EP230 Only
The EP230 player can control an output contact to switch on/o󰀨 some peripherals like LEDs, small motors,
relays... The output is setup (on/o󰀨) by the name of the folder.
The contact output is an electronic switch named «MOSFET». (see schematic). You can control up to
60V / 500mA max device. You can’t control device with high power. In this case, you need to use a relay.
Output schematic
Note: +V is a transfer of the main
external PSU. The provided power will
not exceed 500mA.
Example of a connection to control a LED in
direct or a relay with an external power supply.
You can use the 5V output to power an external
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4 - Operating mode
Compatibles les:
.MP3: audio les MP3 format ( see appendix B)
.WAV: audio lesWav format ( see appendix B)
The le and folders names dene the playback mode. The les and folders must be stored and copied
according to a specic organisation described below.
4.1 Organisation of the folders:
Only ONE folder level is allowed at the root. The folder names are composed of 3 digits (000 to 999)
followed by optional parameters and the name of your choice.
You should not use special or accentuated characters
.
Example :
001
003 [J002]
034 folder name
247 [V+02] [SEQ] my folder
The folder number identies the folder to use at the power on
of the player, during a jump or an input triggering. You can
use any number between 000 & 999.
l The rst three digits represent the folder number and
therefore its main name
Folders are numbered from 000 to 999.
Example :
000 : Folder N°000 - «Autoplay» folder which is automatically played when the device is powered on.
001 : Folder N° 1
034 : Folder N° 34
The folder number is used to dene the playback order, it identies the folder to use during a jump or an
input triggering. You can use any number between 000 & 999.
IMPORTANT : The 4 input contacts allow the triggering of the folders numbers corresponding to these 3
digits, as per a binary order from 001 to 015. It is possible to modify the numbers of the triggered folders
by editing le cong.txt. (See chapter 5).
Folder 001- > Input 1
Folder 002 - >Input 2
Folder 003- > Input 1+2
Folder 004- > Input 3
Folder 005- > Input 1+3
Folder 006- > Input 2+3
Folder 007- > Input 1+2+3
Folder 008 - >Input 4
Folder 009 - >Input 1+4
Folder 010 - >Input 2+4
Folder 011 - >Input 1+2+4
Folder 012 - >Input 3+4
Folder 013 - >Input 1+3+4
Folder 014 - >Input 2+3+4
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Special case: Folder 000 is the folder which will be played by default when powering on. When powering
on, presence of this folder is checked ; if it is present, the player plays les of this folder.
If this folder is missing, the player turns in to stop mode.
Note: The folder which is read by default when powering on can be modied in the conguration menu.
(see chapter 5)
Additional Parameters - Optional Tags:
To modify the conduct of the player, you can add optional parameters within the folder name. These
parameters are boxed with the symbols «[« «]». You can add several parameters within the folder name.
[Jxxx] - Jump to another folder after reading the current folder or play in loop
[RET] - Returns to the previous folder after reading the current folder
[RND] ou [SEQ] - Species random or sequential playback mode for the current folder
[V+xx] ou [V-xx] - Controls the volume level of the folder
[NT] –Dene interruption modes
[RSxxx] – Sending of RS232 codes
[WHL] - Play the folder during all the time that the corresponding inputs is activated
[NXTxxx] - Play a dened number of audio les from the folder
[AUX] - Select the auxiliary input after reading the current folder
EP230 only:
[Rxxx] - Active or deactive the outputs contacts when play folder
Note: If no optional parameter has been indicated, the player reads randomly the folder in full and then
stops. The folder can be intterupted
l[Jxxx] - Jump to the Folder xxx at the End of the Playback of the Folder
This tag denes the behavior at the end of the playback of the folder. It indicates the 3-digit number (xxx
from 000 to 999) of the next folder to play, which can also be the number of the folder itself in order to play
it in a loop. By default, if this tag is missing, the playback stops at the end of the folder.
Example :
001 [J002] Jump to folder 002 after playing folder 001.
003 [J003] Jump to folder 003 after playing folder 003 -> create a loop of the 003 folder.
008 [J023] Jump to folder 023 after playing folder 008.
458 [J999] Jump to folder 999 after playing folder 458.
To play in a loop some audio les on startup, the folder 000 must be used and tagged with [J000]
l[RET] - Return to the Previous Folder at the End of the Playback of the Folder
During the playback of a folder, if an event or a tag instructs to play another folder tagged with [RET], then
the player jumps to the new folder. At the end of the playback of this new folder, the player jumps back to
the initial folder.
This function can be used to resume the playback of a folder interrupted by the playback of a message
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Example:
001 [J100] After the folder 001 playback, jump to the folder 100.
002 [J100] After the folder 002 playback, jump to the folder 100.
100 [RET] After the folder 100 playback, return to the previous folder (001 or 002).
In the above example, after the playback of the folder 001 or 002, the folder 100 is played, then the player
jumps back to the initial folder (001 or 002).
Note: The [RET] tag has only one level of return, i.e. the target folder is always the previously played folder,
whatever the number of folders tagged with [RET] played in a row.
l[SEQ] or [RND] - Sequential or Random Playback Mode
By default, without this parameter, the folder is played in random mode.
[SEQ]: playback the les of the folder, in numerical ascending order
[RND]: playback in a random order.
Example:
001[SEQ] Play the folder 001 in sequential mode, then stop.
002[RND][J002] Play the folder 002 in random mode and in a loop.
003[J001] Play the folder 003 in random mode, then jump to the folder 001.
By choosing [SEQ] you select the sequential mode, meaning a reading in a dened order. The sorting is
made through a numerical order it has to say in the order of the numeros of the names of the les. The
les in the folder can be numbered from 001 to 999.(see next chapter related to les organisation within
the folders for the naming details).
In a dened order [SEQ], the les which are not numbered are ignored.
l[V+xx] ou [V-xx] – Volume folder setting
The name of the folder can act on the output volume. This function is used to broadcast messages loud
more or less than others les.
The increase or decrease of the volume by the volume tags is always done relatively the main volume.
The xx parameter of the tag [V+xx] and [V-xx] is the number of volume steps to increase or decrease the
main volume. It is always written with 2 digits (example: 01, 32, 64). It is between 00 and 64.
Example :
001[V+05]: increase the volume level from 5 steps during the folder playback
001[V-03] : decrease the volume level form 3 steps during the folder playback
At the end of the reading of the folder, the volume level goes back to its previous level.
- If the variation values exceed the minimum or maximum values of the player, the levels are settled to
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l[NT] - This option denes the interruption mode of the folder currently read.
If this option is registered in the folder name, the read le cannot be interrupted and instructions received
are ignored.
Without this option, the reading of the currently read folder can be interrupted at any time by an
external action. (input, RS232 ...)
Example:
001 [NT] - The folder can NOT be interrupted.
In that case, an action on one of the input contacts, through RS232 or other is ignored and the reading of
the current le is not stopped. Caution! The action is not memorised and the triggering information is lost.
Note: the [NT] tag work exclusively on the change folder commands. The PLAY, STOP, NEXT FILE or
PREVIOUS FILE commands are immediately executed.
l[RSxxx] – This tag allows to send bytes onto the RS232 output.
When the folder is called, a list of bytes is transferred by the serial link in order to control other devices
(another player, switching grid, projector, ..) The bytes to send are included in a text le that will be
especially created for.
Value by default : 19200 Bauds - 8 bits – no parity – 1 bit start – 1 bit stop
(modiable through the cong.txt le)
The xxx parameter of the tag [RSxxx] is the number of serial command to send (number of the line in the
«serial.txt» le). It is always written with 3 digits (example: 001, 045, 999). It is between 001 and 999.
The le denition of the bytes to send must be named : serial.txt
This le will be copied at the root of the media ( memory card/ash drive)
This le is a text le (raw text without page setting ) that can be created with any easy text editor like
«notepad» from windows or similar. When saving, use «ANSI» coding. Do not use special characters.
The le «serial.txt» of RS232 codes is a text le containing one or several lines. Each of these lines will
include a sequence of bytes expressed in hexadecimal and separated by a space ( from 00h to FFh). You
must only indicate the two characters of the wished hexadecimal value.
Each beginning of line of this le should present the following parameter:
#xxx : the xxx number of the line containing the bytes to send related to the xxx of the tag.
[RS002]-> line #002 – the tag [RS002] will send the sequence of bytes of the line #002 of the serial.txt le.
The separator between each byte is a space.
Example of a line contained in the serial.txt le.
#001: 45 85 63 21 78 A5 B2
#002: 98 75 21 35 45 98
#100: 21 35 45 78 A5 B2
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// example le
#001: 05 A1 FF E4 // comment in the line
#005: 45 85 63 21 78 A5 B2
#100: 98 75 35 45 98 // my command
//other command
#064: 48 25 Ce 8b
#128: 4C 8E D9 5A //
#999: a4 Fc 48 3e 8B
// comments at the end of the le
An example to allow the triggering of the reading of the folder 001 of another MicroPlayer mkII.
#001: 80 01 01
Example of tag:
001[RS001]: Sending of the bytes of the line #001 of the le «serial.txt» on reading of the folder 001
002[RS064]: Sending of the bytes of the line #064 of the le «serial.txt» on reading of the folder 064
Note: If a folder is played in a loop, the RS232 message dened with the [RSxxx] tag will be send at each
loop of the folder.
Example:
001[J001][RS099]: Playback the folder 001 in a loop. At each loop-back of the folder, the message described
at line 099 of the le «serial.txt» will be send on the player’s RS232.
l[WHL] - Play the folder during all the time that the corresponding inputs is activated
This tag allows you to play the contents of a folder as long as the corresponding input is activated. When
the input associated with the folder is released, the player applies the output tags added to the folder name.
As long as the corresponding input is activated, the folder is played in a loop.
Example:
001[WHL]: The folder 001 is played in a loop while the input 1 is activated. When the input 1 is released,
the player STOP.
002[WHL][J045]: The folder 002 is played in a loop while the input 2 is activated. When the input 2 is
released, the player plays the folder 045.
003[WHL][J999]: The folder 003 is played in a loop while the inputs 1+2 are activated. When the inputs
1+2 are released, the player plays the folder 999.
The player’s dry contact inputs may be associated, it means that any changes in the mix of inputs will be
managed at any time by the player.
Example:
000[J000]: The folder 000 is played in a loop when the player is powered on.
001[WHL][J000]: The folder 001 is played in a loop while the input 1 is activated. If the input 2 is activated
in addition to the input 1, the player plays the folder 003.
002[WHL][J000]: The folder 002 is played in a loop while the input 2 is activated. If the input 1 is activated
in addition to the input 2, the player plays the folder 003.
003[WHL][J000]: The folder 003 is played in a loop while the inputs 1+2 are activated. If the input 1 is
released, the player plays the folder 002. But, if the input 2 is released, the player plays the folder 001.

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l[NXTxxx] - Play a dened number of audio les from the folder.
This setting allows you to play a certain number of audio les from the folder designated by this tag. When
the number of audio les played in the folder is reach, the player applies the output tags added to the
folder name. If the number of les requested by the tag [NXTxxx] is greater than the number of audio les
in the folder, the player will loop-back in the folder as needed in order to play the exact number of audio
les requested.
With this tag, the player memorize the audio les that are played. This means that the audio les already
played by a previous command [NXTxxx] are not replayed if all audio les in the folder are not played.
The xxx parameter of the tag [NXTxxx] is the number of audio le to play in the designated folder. It is
always written with 3 digits (example: 001, 045, 999). It is between 001 and 999.
Example:
001[NXT003]: 3 audio les are played in the folder 001, then the player STOP.
002[NXT001][J000]: 1 audio le is played in the folder 002, then the player plays the folder 000.
003[NXT005][RET]: 5 audio les are played in the folder 003, then the player plays the last folder called.
004[NXT001][SEQ][J000]: The next le is played in the folder 004 in sequential sort.
l[AUX] - Select the auxiliary input after reading the current folder
The EventPlayer mkII player has an AUXiliary audio input. On this input, it can be connected a sound
source such as a satellite receiver, a computer, another audio player ...
The player is inserted in the main audio program to broadcast messages, news, music ...
The player can be used as a local program or as a backup system in the event of a failure of the main source.
Par programmation horaire ou déclenchement externe (contact d’entrée, Ethernet, liaison série...) le
programme musical qui entre par la prise auxiliaire est coupé par un fondu de sortie et le contenu du
répertoire sélectionné est di󰀨usé. Si l’entrée Auxiliaire est à nouveau sélectionnée, le son remonte avec
un fondu d’entrée.
Pour revenir du mode auxiliaire et lire un dossier, il faut lancer une action sur une des entrées, un programme
horaire, un ordre sur la liaison RS232 ou par Ethernet.
By timestamped programming control or external trigger (input contact, Ethernet, serial link ...) the musical
program that enters through the auxiliary jack is cut by a fade out and the contents of the selected folder
is broadcast. If the Aux input is selected again, the sound rises with a fade in.
To return from the auxiliary mode and read a folder, it is necessary to launch an action on one of the inputs,
scheduling command, a data on the RS-232 link or Ethernet.
Example :
001 [AUX] : Play folder 001 then select the Aux input
l Specic conduct:
- If a folder is missing but a command designates this folder, the playback is stopped.
-When triggering designating a folder that does not contain a le and if a name contains an optional tag, this
option is executed. If no playback option ( for example a jump )is indicated, the player turns into stop mode.
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l[Rxxx] - Active or deactive the outputs contacts when play folder
Each le can operate the di󰀨erent outputs directly without any additional programming. You can light lamps,
operate motors or any other actions depending on the le play.
Attention, the state of the outputs can not evolve during the playing of the le. For this, you must
use the Show Control function.
Example :
001[R001] Active output 1 when play folder 001
002[R255] Active the 8 outputs when play folder 002
004[R000] Deactive all outputs when play folder 004
The values are between 000 and 255 following a binary progression. See the correspondence table in
the annexes.
The outputs are switched at the beginning of the folder playback. If no other le has an option in its name,
the outputs will not change and will not be disabled.
If an event le is played (Show Control function), the outputs may change depending on the scenario of
the event le. We advise you to perform output switching in the Show Control scenario for more precise
control of information.
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4.2 Organisation of les inside folders.
Like for folders, les name dene the playback conduct.
Note: The naming of the les is free if the reading is in a
random mode. («RND» option or no option in the folder name).
In this case, all the les will be read and can be interrupted.
In a sequential mode, you should number the les.The names
are composed of 3 digits (001 to 999) and of a name of your
choice. Optional informations (tags) can be added following
your need, like the interruption of the le or the triggering
of the outputs.
Example:
001 [J367] my message.mp3
063 [RS020] le name.wav
845 [V+12][RL01] my le.mp3»
MY SONG [NT].wav
Two types of audio les can be used:
. WAV audio les (.wav).
. MPEG layer 3 audio les (.mp3).
For more information on the audio le type supported by your player, please refer to the Annex B of this
manual.
Note: In sequential mode (SEQ), if numbered and non-numbered les are present, only the numbered les
will be read. In random mode, all the les be read.
l The rst three digits represent the le number as its principal name from 001 to 999.
Example:
001.mp3 - le No.001
063.wav - le No.063
If the folder indicates random mode [RND], the les don’t have to be numbered and playback will be in
random mode. In sequential mode [SEQ], le are read in the rst three digits order and the non-numbered
les are ignored.
Optional parameters
To modify the conduct of the player, you can add optional parameters in the le name. These parameters
are boxed by the symbols «[» and «]». You can use several parameters in the le name.
[Jxxx] - Jump to a folder after reading the current le.
[NT] - The le can not be interrupted or the action is memorised to be executed at the end of the le.
[RSxxx] – Sending of a sequence of bytes through RS232 link
[V+xx] or [V-xx] - Controls the volume level of the folder
EP230 only
[Rxxx] - Active ou désactive les di󰀨érents contacts de sortie
Note: Without any option, the les are read the ones after the others according to the selected mode
(random or sequential) and can be interrupted at any time by external action.
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l[Jxxx] designates the folder number to use after reading the current le.
By adding this parameter within the le name, you dene the conduct of the player at the end of the reading
of the current le in order to read another le.
- If the destination folder does not exist, the playback is stopped.
- If the designating folder does not contain a le and if a name contains an optional tag, this option is
executed. If no option is indicated, the player turns into stop mode.
Example:
My le [J002].mp3 - Jumps to folder 002 after reading le.
003 [J023][RL02].mp3 - Enable output 2 and jumps to folder 023 after reading le 003.
034 [J034].wav - Jumps to folder 034 after reading the le. It’s not a loop with the le 034 but a jump to
folder 034.
This function allows for example to survey a le in order that he is followed by a Jump.
Several les can designate the same directory of jump.
Example :
001[J100].mp3 – After the reading of the le 001, Jump into folder 100
002[J100].wav – After the reading of the le 002, Jump into the folder 100
l[NT] - This option denes the interruption mode of the le currently read .
If this option is registered in the le name, the le cannot be interrupted and instructions received are ignored.
Without this option, reading of the current le can be interrupted at any time by an external action
except if the option is included within the name of the le.
Example:
001 [NT].mp3 - The le can NOT be interrupted.
An action on one of the input contacts, through RS232 link or any other is ignored and the reading of the
current reading is not stopped. Caution! The action is not memorised and the triggering information is lost.
The les that can be interrupted and those that can not be interrupted can coexist in the same folder.
Note: the [NT] tag work exclusively on the change folder commands. The PLAY, STOP, NEXT FILE or
PREVIOUS FILE commands are immediately executed.
l[RSxxx] – This tag allows to send bytes through RS232 output.
This tag allows to send bytes onto the RS232 output. When the le is called, a list of bytes is transferred
by the serial link in order to control other devices ( another player, switching grid, projector..) The bytes to
send are included in a text le that will be especially created for that purpose.
Value by default : 19200 Bauds - 8 bits – no parity – 1 bit start – 1 bit stop
(modiable through the cong.txt le - see chapter 5)
The xxx parameter of the tag [RSxxx] is the number of serial command to send (number of the line in the
«serial.txt» le). It is always written with 3 digits (example: 001, 045, 999). It is between 001 and 999.
The le denition of the bytes to send must be named : serial.txt
This le will be copied at the root of the media (SD memory card or USB ash drive)
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