IDK NJR-AB08DAN Installation instructions

Dante Audio Bridge Interface
NJR-AB08DAN
<User Guide>
<Command Guide>
Ver.1.0.0
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operations, communication commands, and so on may differ depending on the product version.
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FCC STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference
at his own expense.
CE MARKING
This equipment complies with the essential requirements of the relevant European health, safety and
environmental protection legislation.
WEEE MARKING
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), Directive 2002/96/EC
(This directive is only valid in the EU.)
This equipment complies with the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC) marking requirement.
The left marking indicates that you must not discard this electrical/electronic equipment in
domestic household waste.
The lasers in this product meet Class 1 Laser Safety per FDA/CDRH and
EN (IEC) 60825 laser safety standards which specifies design safety.
クラス 1 レーザ製品
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

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Safety Instructions
Read and understand all safety and operating instructions before using this product. Follow all instructions
and cautions as detailed in this document.
Enforcement Symbol
Description
Indicates the presence of a hazard that may result in death or serious
personal injury if the warning is ignored or the product is handled
incorrectly.
Indicates the presence of a hazard that may cause minor personal
injury or property damage if the caution is ignored or the product is
handled incorrectly.
Symbol
Description
Example
Caution
This symbol is intended to alert the user. (Warning and caution)
Electrical
Hazard
Prohibited
This symbol is intended to prohibit the user from specified actions.
Do not
disassemble
Instruction
This symbol is intended to instruct the user.
Unplug
Warning
Caution

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■For lifting heavy products:
Instruction
●Lifting must be done by two or more personnel.
To avoid injury: When lifting the product, bend your knees, keep your back straight and get close to it with two or
more persons.
■For installing and connecting products:
Prohibited
●Do not place the product upon a surface that may give way or that may become
unstable.
Install the product in a secure and stable place to prevent it from falling and possibly causing injury.
●Secure the product if installing in locations prone to vibration or movement.
Otherwise, it may move unexpectedly or it may fall and lead to injury.
Instruction
●Installation work must be performed by professionals.
The product is intended to be installed by skilled technicians. For installation, please contact a system integrator
or IDK. Improper installation may lead to the risk of fire, electric shock, injury, or property damage.
●Insert the power plug into an outlet that is unobstructed.
Unobstructed access to the plug enables unplugging the product in case of any extraordinary failure, abnormal
situation or for easy disconnection during extended periods of non-use.
●Insert the power plug into an appropriate outlet completely.
If the plug is partially inserted, arching may cause the connection to overheat, increasing the risk of electrical
shock or fire. Do not use a damaged plug or connect to a damaged outlet.
●Unplug the product from the AC power source during installation or service.
When connecting peripheral devices to this product, unplug all involved devices from outlets. Ground potential
differences may cause fire or other difficulties.
■For operating products:
Prohibited
●Keep out any foreign objects.
To avoid fire or electric shock, do not permit foreign objects, such as metal and paper, to enter the product from
vent holes or other apertures.
●For power cable/ plug:
・
Do not scratch, heat, or modify, including splicing or lengthening them.
・
Do not pull, place heavy objects on them, or pinch them.
・
Do not bend, twist, tie or clamp them together forcefully.
Misuse of the power cable and plug may cause fire or electric shock. If power cables/plugs become damaged,
contact your IDK representative.
Do not
disassemble
●Do not repair, modify or disassemble.
Since the product includes circuitry that uses potentially lethal, high voltage levels, disassembly by unauthorized
personnel may lead to the risk of fire or electric shock. For internal inspection or repair, contact your IDK
representative.
Do not touch
●Do not touch the product and connected cables during electrical storms.
Contact may cause electric shock
Instruction
●Clean the power plug regularly.
If the plug is covered in dust, it may increase the risk of firer.
Warning

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■If the following problem occurs:
Unplug
●Unplug immediately if the product smokes, makes unusual noise, or produces a
burning odor.
If you continue to use the product under these conditions, it may cause electric shock or fire.
●Unplug immediately if the product is damaged by falling or having been dropped.
If you continue to use the product under these conditions, it may increase the risk of electrical shock or fire. For
maintenance and repair, contact your IDK representative.
●Unplug immediately if water or other objects are directed inside.
If you continue to use the product under these conditions, it may increase the risk of electrical shock or fire. For
maintenance and repair, contact your IDK representative.
Warning

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■For installing and connecting products:
Prohibited
●Do not place the product in a location where it will be subjected to high
temperatures.
If the product is subjected to direct sunlight or high temperatures while under operation, it may affect the
product’s performance and reliability and may increase the risk of fire.
●Do not store or operate the product in dusty, oil smoke filled, or humid place.
If the product is placed near humidifiers or in a dusty area, it may increase the risk of fire or electric shock.
●Do not block the vent holes.
If ventilation slots are blocked, it may cause the product to overheat, affecting performance and reliability and
may increase the risk of fire.
●Do not place or stack heavy items on the product.
Failure to observe this precaution may result in damage to the product and other property and may lead to the
risk of personal injury.
●Do not exceed ratings of outlet and wiring devices.
Exceeding the rating of an outlet may increase the risk of fire and electric shock.
No wet hands
●Do not handle power plug with wet hands.
Failure to observe this precaution may increase the risk of electrical shock.
Instruction
●Use and store the product within the specified temperature/humidity range.
If the product is used outside the specified range for temperature and humidity continuously, it may increase the
risk of fire or electric shock.
●Do not place the product at elevations of 1.24 mi. (2,000 m) or higher above sea
level.
Failure to do so may shorten the life of the internal parts and result in malfunctions.
●When mounting the product into the rack, provide sufficient cooling space.
Mount the product in a rack meeting EIA standards, and maintain spaces above and below for air circulation. For
your safety as required, attach an L-shaped bracket in addition to the panel mount bracket kit to improve
mechanical stability.
●Never insert screws without the rubber feet into the threaded holes on the bottom
of the product.
Never insert screws without the rubber feet into the threaded holes on the bottom of the product. Doing so may
lead to damage when the screws contact electrical circuitry or components inside the product.
Reinstall the originally supplied rubber feet using only the originally supplied screws.
■For operating products:
Prohibited
●Use only the supplied power cable and AC adapter.
●Do not use the supplied power cable and AC adapter with other products.
If non-compliant adapter or power cables are used, it may increase the risk of fire or electrical shock.
Unplug
●If the product won’t be used for an extended period of time, unplug it.
Failure to observe this precaution may increase the risk of fire.
●Unplug the product before cleaning.
To prevent electric shock.
Caution

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Table of Contents
1About this Guide ........................................................................................................................................ 9
2Included items.......................................................................................................................................... 10
3Precautions for shipping .......................................................................................................................... 11
4Product outline......................................................................................................................................... 12
5Features................................................................................................................................................... 13
6Panels...................................................................................................................................................... 14
7System Configuration Example................................................................................................................ 15
8Precautions .............................................................................................................................................. 16
8.1 Attaching Rubber feet......................................................................................................................... 16
8.2 Installation........................................................................................................................................... 16
8.3 Cabling................................................................................................................................................ 17
8.3.1 Fiber optic cable for extension.................................................................................................... 17
8.3.2 SFP+ optical transceiver............................................................................................................. 18
8.3.3 DIN plug AC adapter with locking mechanism............................................................................ 19
9Basic Operation ....................................................................................................................................... 21
9.1 Controlled by NJR-CTB ...................................................................................................................... 22
9.2 Dante................................................................................................................................................... 23
9.2.1 Dante network connection........................................................................................................... 23
9.2.2 Dante Controller.......................................................................................................................... 24
9.3 Initialization ......................................................................................................................................... 25
9.4 Reboot ................................................................................................................................................ 25
10 Setting...................................................................................................................................................... 26
10.1 Setting audio....................................................................................................................................... 27
10.1.1 Audio crosspoint mode................................................................................................................ 27
10.1.2 Assigning audio channel ............................................................................................................. 29
10.2 Setting LAN......................................................................................................................................... 30
10.2.1 LAN ............................................................................................................................................. 30
10.2.2 MAC address............................................................................................................................... 30
11 Command................................................................................................................................................. 31
11.1 Summary............................................................................................................................................. 31
11.2 Command list...................................................................................................................................... 32
11.3 Details of commands .......................................................................................................................... 33
11.3.1 Error status.................................................................................................................................. 33
11.3.2 Setting audio ............................................................................................................................... 34
11.3.3 Setting LAN................................................................................................................................. 36
11.3.4 Advanced setting......................................................................................................................... 38
12 Product specification................................................................................................................................ 39
13 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................................... 40

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1 About this Guide
This user guide explains how to use the Dante Audio Bridge Interface, NJR-AB08DAN.
For other products of IP-NINJAR series, see “[Table 1.1] Document for IP-NINJAR products”.
Fiber optic cables
Source device
HDMI
NJR-T01UHD NJR-R01UHD
HDMI
4K monitor
Chapter 2 to 13
4K@60 4K@60
PC for control
(For NJR-CTB)
LAN LAN
IP-NINJAR
Management &
Control Platform
(NJR-CTB)
IP-NINJAR network
10 GbE switch
NJR-AB08DAN
Dante network
1 GbE switch
Mixer
(Dante supported)Speakers
(Dante supported)
Chapter 9
[Fig. 1.1] Document structure
[Table 1.1] Document for IP-NINJAR products
Model
User Guide
Command Guide
NJR-T01UHD/NJR-R01UHD
NJR-T01UHD/NJR-R01UHD
User Guide
NJR-T01UHD/NJR-R01UHD
Command Guide
NJR-TW01UHD/NJR-RW01UHD NJR-TW01UHD/NJR-RW01UHD
User Guide
NJR-TW01UHD/NJR-RW01UHD
Command Guide
NJR-T01SDI
NJR-T01SDI
User Guide
NJR-T01SDI
Command Guide
NJR-T04HD/NJR-R04HD NJR-T04HD/NJR-R04HD
User Guide NJR-T04HD/NJR-R04HD Command Guide
NJR-AB08DAN NJR-AB08DAN User Guide/Command Guide
NJR-CTB NJR- CTB
User Guide
NJR-CTB
IP-NINJAR Configurator
IP-NINJAR Configurator User Guide

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2 Included items
Ensure that all items illustrated below are included in the package.
If any items are missing or damaged, please contact IDK.
One (1) NJR-AB08DAN
One (1) DIN plug AC adapter with
locking mechanism (3.9 ft. (1.2 m))
Four (4) Rubber feet
[Fig. 2.1] Included items

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3 Precautions for shipping
The NJR-AB08DAN has an SFP+ optical transceiver that makes it vulnerable to damage caused by
mishandling during shipment if it is improperly packaged.
If, for any reason, you need to ship the NJR-AB08DAN, use the carton and cushion which were used at the
time of purchase. Make sure to plug the attached dust cap into the SFP+ optical transceiver. If you do not
have the carton and cushion, unplug the SFP+ optical transceiver from the NJR and plug the dust cap, and
then put it in an antistatic bag with enough cushion. Use the appropriate carton and cushion for shipping.
SFP+Optical
transceiver
UnpluggingPlugging
Bail clasp
Open the bail clasp in
downward direction. Grasp
the transceiver and carefully
unplug it from the port
Close the bail clasp and
slide it into the port
[Fig. 3.1] Removing and installing SFP+ optical transceiver

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4 Product outline
The NJR-AB08DAN transcodes audio signal directly between the IP-NINJAR and Dante protocol
environments. Audio signal transport is enabled from NJR encoders to Dante devices and from Dante device
to NJR decoders.
The NJR-AB08DAN can receive up to four audio streams from IP-NINJAR encoders and output up to eight
channels in Dante protocol. The bridge can also accept up to 8-channel audio from Dante sources, outputting
IP-NINJAR protocol in up to four audio streams.
Audio can be set from the NJR-CTB (IP-NINJAR Management & Control Platform).
IP-NINJAR network
Fiber optic cables
10 GbE switch
Source device
HDMI
NJR-T01UHD
NJR-AB08DAN
NJR-R01UHD
HDMI
4K monitor
4K@60 4K@60
Dante network
1 GbE switch
Mixer
(Dante supported)Speakers
(Dante supported)
[Fig. 4.1] HDMI signals transmission
Note:
Please use the NJR-AB08DAN with a combination of IP-NINJAR products.
The NJR-AB08DAN cannot be connected to OPF or FDX series products.
■Multimode fiber and singlemode fiber models
Cable type Model Number
Multimode fiber
NJR-AB08DAN-MM
Singlemode fiber
NJR-AB08DAN-SM

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5 Features
■
Audio
・Transcoding audio signal between IP- NINJAR and Dante protocols
・Receiving up to four (4) audio streams from IP-NINJAR encoders and outputting as Dante protocol up
to eight (8) channels
・Receiving up to 8-channel Dante audio from Dante devices and outputting as IP-NINJAR protocol up
to four (4) audio streams
・Dante audio can be embedded to HDMI signal at IP-NINJAR decoder
・Dante audio can be de-embedded to analog audio signal at IP-NINJAR decoder
■Network
・Controllable through network using the NJR-CTB
NJR-AB08DAN
Multimode fiber (OM3) : Up to 984 ft.
(300 m)
Singlemode fiber (OS1)
: Up to 6.21 mi. (10 km)
Singlemode fiber (OS1)
: Up to 24.85mi. (40 km, optional)
Protocol conversion
IP-NINJAR →Dante: up to 8 chs
IP-NINJAR ←Dante: up to 8 chs
IP-NINJAR audio
Fiber optic Input/Output
1
Dante audio
LAN Primary/Secondary
Up to 328 ft. (100 m)
[Fig. 5.1] NJR-AB08DAN

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6 Panels
③
⑥⑤②
①
④
[Fig. 6.1] NJR-AB08DAN drawing
[Table 6.1] NJR-AB08DAN features
#
Feature
Description
①Dante connectors
(PRIMARY/SECONDARY)
Dante protocol connector
Connects to the network switch that is connected to Dante devices
②
IP-NINJAR connector
IP-NINJAR protocol connector
Connects to a 10 GbE switch that is connected to IP-NINJAR devices via
a fiber optic cable
③
Status LEDs
POWER : Illuminates when power is supplied from the AC adapter
TX : Blinks when a valid code is being sent to 10 GbE switch
RX : Blinks when a valid code is being received from
10 GbE switch
④
Vent holes
Prevents internal temperature raise
Do not block ventilation holes
⑤Power supply connector For the provided AC adapter
⑥FG (Frame ground) Use for bonding chassis to local ground. An M3 screw is used

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7 System Configuration Example
Configuration example: Connecting the NJR-AB08DAN to IP-NINJAR and Dante networks
①Audio signal that is input from source device to the NJR-T01UHD is transmitted to the NJR-AB08DAN.
The NJR-AB08DAN transcodes the audio signal to Dante protocol and outputs the signal to Dante
network.
②Audio signal that is input from Dante network to the NJR-AB08DAN is transcoded to IP-NINJAR protocol.
The audio signal is transmitted from IP-NINJAR network to the NJR-R01UHD, and the signal can be
output from the NJR-R01UHD HDMI output connector or analog audio output connector.
Multimode fiber (OM3) : Up to 984 ft. (300 m)
Singlemode fiber (OS1) : Up to 6.21 mi. (10 km)
Singlemode fiber (OS1) : Up to 24.85mi. (40 km, optional)
4K monitor
HDMI/DVI
Up to 16 ft. (5 m)
PC for control
*3
NJR-T01UHD
HDMI/DVI
Up to 16 ft. (5 m)
Source device
NJR-R01UHD
LAN
*1
Speakers
Power amp.
Analog audio
10 GbE switch
4K@60
4K@60
①
① ②
②
②
LAN
*2
LAN
*2
NJR-AB08DAN
Dante network
1 GbE switch
Mixer
(Dante supported)Speakers
(Dante supported)
①②
① ②
① ②
IP-NINJAR network
*1
Connect the NJR-CTB to NJR-T01UHD/NJR-R01UHD or 10GbE switch
*2
Connect the PC for control to NJR-CTB or NJR-T01UHD/NJR-R01UHD
*3
IP-NINJAR products are controlled from the PC for control
IP-NINJAR Management &
Control Platform
(NJR-CTB)
[Fig. 7.1] NJR-AB08DAN is connected to IP-NINJAR and Dante networks

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8 Precautions
Before connecting to external devices, follow the precautions below.
8.1 Attaching Rubber feet
First, clean the bottom surface of the NJR-AB08DAN as needed, and then peal the release papers from the
rubber feet and place them in each of the four corners.
8.2 Installation
When installing the NJR-AB08DAN, please observe the following precautions.
・Do not stack or place one NJR-AB08DAN directly on top of another NJR-AB08DAN
・Do not block vent holes. To provide adequate ventilation, maintain sufficient clearances around the
NJR-AB08DAN (1.2 in. (30 mm) or more)
・When the NJR-AB08DAN needs to be mounted in an enclosed space or an EIA rack without using IDK’s
rack mounting hardware (RM-SF and RM-SH), ensure that a sufficient ventilation/cooling system is
provided to keep the ambient temperature at 104°F (40°C) or lower. If inadequately vented, the product’s
service life, operation, and reliability may be affected.
Maintain adequate clearances (1.2 in. (30 mm) or more) as shown below.
Bad example
Good example
Good example
[Fig. 8.1] Necessary clearances

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8.3 Cabling
When connecting the NJR-AB08DAN to external devices, please observe the following precautions.
・Read manuals for the external devices
・Before connecting cables to the NJR-AB08DAN or an external device, dissipate static electricity by
touching grounded metal such as equipment racks before handling signal cables. Failure to observe this
precaution may result in ESD (electrostatic discharge) damage.
・Power all units off before connecting cables
・Be sure to fully seat all plugs and connections and dress cables to reduce stress on connectors
8.3.1 Fiber optic cable for extension
The NJR-AB08DAN can reach their full potential by selecting appropriate fiber optic cables for long-haul
extension and installing the cable correctly.
Connect the output connector of this device to the input connector of the 10 GbE switch.
Connect the input connector of this device to the output connector of the 10 GbE switch.
10 GbE switch
Fiber optic cables
NJR-AB08DAN
Output connector
for extension Input connector for extension
Output connector
for extension
Input connector
for extension
[Fig. 8.2] Connecting fiber optic cable
Note:
For the connectors of 10 GbE switch, refer to the switch’s manual.

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・To polish connectors:
For SFP+ optical transceiver for multimode : PC polishing is recommended.
For SFP+ optical transceiver for singlemode : UPC polishing is recommended.
Note: APC polishing is not supported.
・Extension distance varies depending on attenuation of the fiber, connector and other contact portions
・Make sure not to exceed the allowable tension and bend radius of fiber optic cable or the performance of
the product and the life of the fiber optic cable may be affected
・Plug the dust caps to both faces of the fiber optic cable when connecting the fiber optic cable and when not
in use
・Before inserting a fiber optic cable, make sure there is no damage or dirt on the end-face of the optical
connector. Clean up it or NJR-T01SDI may not operate correctly
Left : without dust cap
Right : with dust cap Before cleaning After cleaning
[Fig. 8.3] Dust caps [Fig. 8.4] Cleaning connector
8.3.2 SFP+ optical transceiver
The fiber type and transmission distance vary depending on the SFP+ optical transceiver.
[Table 8.1] Specification of standard SFP+ optical transceiver
Item
10G-MM-SFP
10G-SM-SFP
10G-SM40-SFP (Optional)
Fiber
Multimode fiber
Singlemode fiber
Singlemode fiber
Wave length
850 nm (VCSEL laser (*))
1310 nm (DFB laser (*))
1550 nm (EML laser (*))
Max. extension distance
OM3: 984 ft. (300 m)
OS1: 6.21 mi. (10 km)
OS1: 24.85 mi. (40 km)
Receiver sensitivity (OMA)
@10.3Gbps
-11.1 dBm or higher
-12.6 dBm or higher
-16 dBm or higher
Average Launch Power
-5 dBm to -1 dBm
-8.2 dBm to +0.5 dBm
-1 dBm to +2 dBm
Max. input power
+0.5 dBm
+0.5 dBm
-1 dBm
Connector
LC (Duplex)
* The lasers in these models meet class1.
・When no fiber optic cable is connected, plug dust caps
・Do not use the SFP+ optical transceiver for other products. Also, do not connect fiber optic cables that is
connected to other products to the SFP+ optical transceiver or the SFP+ optical transceiver may be
damaged
・If you need to replace the SFP+ optical transceiver, please contact us.

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8.3.3 DIN plug AC adapter with locking mechanism
The shapes of AC plugs with screw locking mechanism vary from country to country. The AC plug can be
removed from the AC adapter.
Removing AC plug:
Slide the AC plug (②) from the AC adapter while holding down the portion mentioned below (①)
①
②
[Fig. 8.5] Removing AC plug (Example: Plug type A)
Attaching AC plug:
Gently slide the AC plug into the AC adapter (③) until it clicks (④)
③
④
This tab should be fixed into
the part of the AC adapter
Tab
[Fig. 8.6] Attaching AC plug (Example: Plug type A)

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■Plugging and unplugging DC plug
Plug the DC plug to the power supply connector of the unit until it clicks
Hold the portion mentioned below when unplugging the DC plug
Plugging Unplugging
Hold this part and pull
the DC plug
[Fig. 8.7] Plugging and unplugging DC plug