ID-AL ChronoPlayer User manual

ChronoPlayer
User Guide
V1.0 - July 12, 2016
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© Waves System - 2016
The ID-AL products are exclusively manufactured by Waves System.
Waves System
Impasse de La Ville en Bois
44830 BOUAYE
FRAN E
Sales and information: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.id-al.com
Technical department: [email protected]
Technical support: For a detailed list of the technical support options, we suggest that you visit our site:
www.id-al.com.
Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does 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
may not be reproduced or used, in whole or in part, in any form and by any means, for other use than private, without the written
permission from Waves System.
ID-AL is a trademark of Waves System.

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CE Marking
The E marking is found on the nameplate, at the rear side of the device. It certifies the conformance of the device with the low voltage
E Directive, according to the EN 55022 standard, and the Electromagnetic ompatibility Directive 61000-4-x.
irectives
The requirements related to the electromagnetic compatibility and low voltages directive are met.
Safety Instructions
Overview
Proper usage conforming to the product intended purpose involves strict compliance with the instructions given in this manual.
The staff should receive instructions regarding the proper usage of the device.
Only the use of genuine parts ensures perfect safety for the user and correct operation of the device. Moreover, only the accessories
mentioned in the technical documentation or explicitly approved by the manufacturer must be used. If accessories or consumable
products from other brands are used, the manufacturer cannot stand guarantee for the correct and safe operation of the device.
Damages caused through the use of accessories or consumable products from other brands will not entail right to any benefit 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, modifications,
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 partial, without a written authorization from Waves System is prohibited.
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, manufactured by Waves System, has been designed in a way that practically eliminates any risk if it is used in accordance
with its intended purpose. Nevertheless, for the sake of safety, we would like to draw your attention to the following instructions:
When using the device, comply with all local rules and regulations in force. Any modification or conversion of the device automatically
entails loss of the certification. The operation of a modified device is liable to a penalty. In the interests of occupational safety, the
operator and the user are held responsible for complying with the regulations.
Keep the original packing for a possible product reshipment. Also ensure that the packing material is kept out of the reach of children.
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 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
favoring combustion nor in a humid or excessively hot or cold location.
The device must be installed in a dry and dust-free area. Do not install the device directly against a wall.
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CAUTION! O NOT EXPOSE TO MOISTURE OR UST!
Unplug the power supply cable before any servicing!
FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE REA THE USER’S GUI E CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR PLAYER.

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Safety Instructions against Risks ue to Electric Currents
The device must be connected to a grounded A power outlet or a European standard outlet installed as per good professional
practices.
Before connecting the device, check that the mains voltage and frequency match the specifications indicated on the mains adapter.
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 mains adapter cable as well as all other cables connected
to the mains with extreme care.
Always connect the power cord to the device first, then to the mains. The power outlet must remain accessible after the installation.
heck the device and its mains adapter 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 only the plug. Never remove the plug by pulling the power cord.
Electrical connections, repairs, and maintenance must be carried out by qualified personnel.
Do not switch the device on or off within a short period of time as this reduces its lifespan.
Terms of Use
This product has been designed for indoor use only.
If this device has been exposed to very high temperature fluctuations (e.g.: after transportation), do not connect it immediately. The
condensation formed inside the device could damage it. Allow the device to reach 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, moisture, or dust. There
should not be any cables lying around as they might jeopardize your and others’ safety.
elivery etails
hronoPlayer
12V mains adapter
Infrared remote control
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Table of Contents
1 Introduction.................................................................................................................................................. 7
2 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 8
3 Installation.................................................................................................................................................... 9
3.1 onnection of the Inputs.................................................................................................................... 10
4 Storage Device Preparation and Update...................................................................................................12
4.1 Storage Device Initial Preparation.....................................................................................................12
4.2 Update of the Storage Device ontents.............................................................................................12
5 ontrol of the hronoPlayer with the Folders and the Files.......................................................................13
5.1 Organization of the Folders................................................................................................................13
5.1.1 [Jxxx] - Jump to the Folder xxx at the End of the Playback of the Folder...................................15
5.1.2 [RET] - Return to the Previous Folder at the End of the Playback of the Folder........................16
5.1.3 [SEQ] or [RND] - Sequential or Random Playback Mode..........................................................16
5.1.4 [V+xx] or [V-xx] – Relative Volume of the Folder........................................................................16
5.1.5 [NT] – Disable the ommand Events during the Playback of the Folder...................................17
5.1.6 [RSxxx] - Send Bytes onto the RS-232 Output..........................................................................17
5.1.7 [WHL] - Play the Folder while the Assigned Input ombination Remains Activated..................19
5.1.8 [NXTxxx] - Play the Next xxx Audio Files each Time the Folder is Played.................................19
5.2 Organization of the Files inside the Folders.......................................................................................20
5.2.1 [Jxxx] - Jump to the Folder xxx at the End of the Playback of the File.......................................21
5.2.2 [NT] - Disable the ommand Events during the Playback of the File........................................22
5.2.3 [RSxxx] - Send Bytes onto the RS-232 Output..........................................................................22
5.2.4 [V+xx] or [V-xx] - Relative Volume of the File.............................................................................22
6 ontrol of the hronoPlayer with a Timestamped Programming (Scheduler)............................................23
6.1 Introduction........................................................................................................................................ 23
6.2 Principle............................................................................................................................................. 23
6.3 reation of a Timestamped Programming File...................................................................................25
6.4 Application of a Timestamped Programming to the Player.................................................................25
7 L D Display and lickable Knob............................................................................................................... 26
7.1 urrent State of the Player................................................................................................................ 26
7.2 Playback ontrol ommand (PLAY/STOP).......................................................................................27
7.3 Main Volume ontrol Using the Knob................................................................................................27
7.4 Setup of the Player lock Parameters............................................................................................... 27
8 Main Volume ontrol.................................................................................................................................. 30
8.1 Introduction........................................................................................................................................ 30
8.2 Modification of the Main Volume........................................................................................................31
9 onfiguration File....................................................................................................................................... 32
9.1 Assign a Device Number - #ID:xxx....................................................................................................33
9.2 Volume Setting - #VOLUME:xx..........................................................................................................33
9.3 onfiguration of the Baud Rate of the RS-232 Serial Link - #BAUDRATE:xxxxx...............................33
9.4 Monitoring of the Player through the RS-232 Serial Link - #RS_MONITORING:x.............................34
9.5 hoice of the Folder to Play on Startup - #BOOT:xxx........................................................................35
9.6 Assign Specific ommands to the Inputs - #INPUTxx:cmd................................................................35
9.7 Assign Specific ommands to the Special Buttons of the Infrared Remote ontrol - #BUTTONx:cmd
................................................................................................................................................................... 36
9.8 Example of a onfiguration File.........................................................................................................37
10 RS-232 Serial Link Protocol..................................................................................................................... 38
10.1 Reception Protocol...........................................................................................................................38
10.1.1 Byte 1 (Status) 1xxxxxxxb........................................................................................................38
10.1.2 Byte 2 ( ommand) 0xxxxxxxb + Byte 3 (Data) 0xxxxxxxb.......................................................39
10.2 Transmission Protocol - Monitoring..................................................................................................41
11 Firmware Update...................................................................................................................................... 44
Appendix A haracteristics............................................................................................................................ 45
A.I Interfacing and onnectivity................................................................................................................ 45
A.II Audio File Formats Supported............................................................................................................45
A.III Other File Formats Supported........................................................................................................... 45
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A.IV Storage Devices................................................................................................................................ 45
A.V Built-in lock...................................................................................................................................... 45
A.VI Power Supply.................................................................................................................................... 45
A.VII onsumption (12 V supplied)........................................................................................................... 46
A.VIII Temperatures.................................................................................................................................. 46
A.IX Size................................................................................................................................................... 46
A.X Weight................................................................................................................................................ 46
Appendix B Infrared Remote ontrol.............................................................................................................47
Appendix Built-in lock..............................................................................................................................48
.I Principle.............................................................................................................................................. 48
.II Built-in lock Setup............................................................................................................................ 48
.III lock Setup....................................................................................................................................... 49
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1 Introduction
The hronoPlayer is a standalone audio player supporting WAV and MP3 audio files stored on an SD/SDH
card or a USB flash drive. Files are played automatically according to an “AutoPlay” setting, a timestamped
programming, or a triggering by external events (dry-contact inputs, RS-232 serial commands, etc.).
The hronoPlayer aims at playing musics, sounds, or messages in various environments such as schools,
museums, exhibitions, showrooms, stores, attraction parks, touristic places, or any other public spaces.
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2 Features
•Interactivity:
◦Electrical contacts: 8 inputs that can be combined to trigger the playback of up to 255 folders
through sensors, push-buttons, relays, etc.
◦ommands through the RS-232 serial link. A simple protocol is used to send instructions to the
player.
◦Infrared sensor usable with a remote control.
•Timestamped programming: The built-in clock coupled to the Scheduler feature of the hronoPlayer
is used to timetable the music playback, to stop or restart the playback at a specific time and day
(defined within the Scheduler).
•AutoPlay: This feature makes it possible to automatically start playback upon power-on. This feature
is configurable and can be disabled.
•Playback behavior: The audio files stored on an SD memory card or a USB flash drive can be
organized in a particular way that defines the playback rules with the names assigned to the files and
the folders. This smart programming allows a wide flexibility of use.
•A line-level stereo audio output on a standard R A connector.
•Power supply: A 12-V mains adapter is required. The player is protected against polarity reversal and
against the use, by mistake, of an alternating-current power supply instead of the provided D power
supply. Caution! The player supports a power supply voltage between 10 V and 15 V. Beyond this
voltage range, the player can be damaged. The input power supply is transferred to the RS-232
connector (pluggable terminal block) to supply the connected accessories.
A 500-mA (6-W) power supply is adequate to run the player. If you use a PSU of a lower power, you
may get a very poor sound and also a PSU overheating till broken down.
•RS-232 serial link: The hronoPlayer can be controlled by a PL , a computer, or a remote control
using a serial link. The hronoPlayer receives data on its Rx input and sends data on its Tx output.
The serial-link protocol of the hronoPlayer is described in this manual.
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3 Installation
1. lickable knob for volume
control and the setup menu
2. L D display (player status
and settings)
3. SD/SDH memory card
slot
4. Infrared sensor
5. Activity LED
6. Power supply connector of
the player
7. USB host receptacle for
USB flash drive
8. RS-232 serial link
9. Dry-contact inputs
10. Line-level stereo audio
output
First use: The hronoPlayer ships with default factory settings, and it is ready to operate when a prepared
media is inserted in (see the chapter ontrol of the hronoPlayer with the Folders and the Files).
1. Prepare and insert a quality SD memory card or a USB flash drive.
•With an SD card: hoose a quality model. Insert it into the slot to the stop without forcing. To remove
it, gently push on the memory card to unlock it.
•With a USB flash drive: hoose a quality model. Plug the USB flash drive into the USB receptacle of
the player.
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Caution! Before inserting a storage device (SD card or USB flash drive), it is absolutely necessary to
power off the player.

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The SD cards or the USB flash drives used with the hronoPlayer need to be properly prepared. For more
information regarding the preparation of the storage device, see the chapter Storage Device Preparation and
Update.
2. onnect speakers or a sound system to the audio output and switch the player on thanks to the PSU.
Power Supply Unit: It is recommended to use the mains adapter provided with the player. If another PSU or a
battery is used, the specified voltage range must be respected (see the chapter haracteristics). The power
consumption depends on the power level of the amplifier.
3.1 Connection of the Inputs
The 8 inputs are used to trigger the playback of folders. An input is activated if it is connected to the ground
of the player. The states of all the inputs are combined to form a binary code identifying the folder to play.
Triggering devices can be connected to these inputs in one of two ways:
•Up to 8 triggering devices directly connected to the player inputs. In that case, the associated folders
are 001, 002, 004, 008, 016, 032, 064, and 128.
•Up to 255 triggering devices connected to the player inputs through a circuit encoding their ID. In
that case, the associated folders are 001 to 255. Such an encoding circuit can be made out of
diodes. An optional extension board interfacing up to 15 triggering devices to the player inputs is
available.
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Note: If both an SD card and a USB flash drive are connected, the SD card has the priority, and the USB
flash drive is not used by the player.