Sennheiser ASA 1 User manual

ASA 1
Antenna Splitter
Istruzioni per l’uso
Instrucciones de uso
Notice d’emploi
Bedienungsanleitung
Instruction manual Gebruiksaanwijzing
Manual de instruções
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Contents
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Contents
Important safety instructions................................................ 2
The ASA 1 active antenna splitter ........................................ 4
Combination possibilities of ASA 1/ASA 1-1G8........... 5
Delivery includes....................................................................... 5
Operating elements.................................................................. 6
Putting the ASA 1 into operation.......................................... 8
Preparing the ASA 1 for use............................................. 8
Connecting devices to the ASA 1 and
switching the ASA 1 on................................................... 14
Making an 8-channel system using the ASA 1........... 17
Cleaning the ASA 1................................................................. 20
If a problem occurs ................................................................ 20
Specifications .......................................................................... 21
Manufacturer Declarations................................................... 22
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2 | ASA 1
Important safety instructions
Important safety instructions
• Read this instruction manual.
• Keep this instruction manual. Always include this
instruction manual when passing the device on to third
parties.
• Heed all warnings and follow all instructions in this
instruction manual.
• Clean only with a slightly damp cloth.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required if the device has been damaged in
any way, liquid has been spilled, objects have fallen
inside, the device has been exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate properly or has been dropped.
• WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
not use the device near water and do not expose it to
rain or moisture. Do not place objects filled with liquids,
such as vases or coffee cups, on the device.
• Only use the NT 1-1 mains unit.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install the device
in accordance with the instructions given in this
manual.
• Do not install the device near any heat sources.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by
Sennheiser.
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Important safety instructions
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Replacement parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service
technician uses replacement parts specified by Sennheiser
or those having the same characteristics as the original
part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock, or other hazards.
Safety check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this device,
ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the device is in a safe operating condition.
Intended use
Intended use of the ASA 1 includes:
• having read and understood this instruction manual
especially the chapter “Important safety instructions”
on page 2,
• using the device within the operating conditions and
limitations described in this instruction manual.
“Improper use” means using the ASA 1 other than as
described in this instruction manual, or under operating
conditions which differ from those described herein.
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4 | ASA 1
The ASA 1 active antenna splitter
The ASA 1 active antenna
splitter
The ASA 1 active antenna splitter has been designed to
enable routing of UHF antenna signals to several receivers
in a multi-channel system. Up to four diversity receivers
may be supplied with signal by only two antennas. The
integral RF amplifiers ensure that the ASA 1 does not
introduce any additional UHF signal loss.
The ASA 1 incorporates DC distribution to enable
simultaneous powering of up to four receivers and two
antenna boosters via its BNC sockets. The antenna
boosters may be required in order to compensate for cable
losses due to long antenna cables. A single NT 1-1 mains
unit (to be ordered separately) is required to power the
ASA 1, the connected receivers and antenna boosters.
By linking two ASA 1, an 8-channel diversity system can be
operated with only two antennas.
Using the GA 3 rack adapter, two ASA 1 or one ASA 1 and
one stationary receiver (e.g. EM 100 G3, EM 300 G3 or
EM 500 G3) can be mounted into a 19” rack.
The ASA 1 is suitable for the following areas of application:
• Multi-channel RF installations
• Permanent installations in small conference centres
and similar venues
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Delivery includes
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Combination possibilities of
ASA 1/ASA 1-1G8
The ASA 1 active antenna splitter is also available for
the 1785–1805 MHz frequency range (ASA 1-1G8). The
following table shows the combination possibilities for
both devices.
Delivery includes
1 ASA 1/ASA 1-1G8 antenna splitter
1 set of device feet
8BNCcables
1 instruction manual
You additionally require the NT 1-1 mains unit with a
suitable mains connector (available as accessory).
Device/product
class
Combination possibilities
ASA 1 ASA 1-1G8
Receivers EM x00 G3-A, -G,
-GB, -B, -C, -D, -E
EM x00 G3-1G8
Rod antennas not labeled labeled “1G8”
Remote antennas A 2003,
A 1031
AD 1800
Antenna boosters AB 3-A, -G, -GB,
-B, -C, -D, -E
AB 3-1G8
A list of accessories can be found on the ASA 1
product page at www.sennheiser.com.
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6 | ASA 1
Operating elements
Operating elements
1Standby button
2Operation indicator
3Cable grip for cable of mains unit
4DC IN socket
for connection of NT 1-1 mains unit
5BNC socket RF OUT A
RF output only for connection of an additional ASA 1
(to create a 1-to-8 diversity splitter)
FFour BNC sockets A1 to A4
RF outputs of diversity section A for connection of the
receivers
Each of these RF outputs can power one receiver.
7BNC socket ANT RF IN A
antenna input of diversity section A
8BNC socket ANT RF IN B
antenna input of diversity section B
Each of the BNC sockets ANT RF IN A 7and
ANT RF IN B 8can power two AB 3 antenna boosters.
9Four BNC sockets B1 to B4
RF outputs of diversity section B for connection of the
receivers
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Block diagram
The below block diagram (also depicted on the base of the
device) shows the signal flow in the device.
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8 | ASA 1
Putting the ASA 1 into operation
Putting the ASA 1 into
operation
Preparing the ASA 1 for use
Setting up the ASA1 on a flat surface
For table-top use, fix the device feet to the base of the
ASA 1.
왘Ensure that the base of the ASA 1 is clean and free from
grease before fitting the device feet.
왘Fix the device feet to the base of the ASA 1 by peeling
off the backing paper and fitting them as shown on the
left.
왘Place the ASA 1 on a flat, horizontal surface.
CAUTION
Risk of staining of surfaces!
Surfaces are often treated with varnish, polish or
synthetics which might cause stains when they come into
contact with other synthetics such as the device feet.
왘Do not place the ASA 1 on delicate surfaces.
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Putting the ASA 1 into operation
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Fastening the stacking elements
The stacking elements are designed to help protect the
operating elements from damage or deformation, e.g. if
the ASA 1 is dropped.
To fasten the stacking elements:
왘Unscrew and remove the four recessed head screws
(M4x8).
왘Secure the stacking elements 0to the ASA 1.
Stacking several ASA 1
You can stack the ASA 1 and the receivers on top of each
other.
왘Stack the devices so that the recesses of the stacking
elements completely engage with each other.
CAUTION
Danger of injury due to toppling stacks!
High stacks can easily topple over.
왘Place the stack on an absolutely flat surface.
왘Secure the stack against toppling over.
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Putting the ASA 1 into operation
Mounting the ASA 1 into a 19” rack
Do not fit the device feet when mounting the ASA 1 into a
19” rack.
For rack mounting the ASA 1, you require:
•theGA319”rack
• rack mount “ears”
CAUTION
Risks when rack mounting the device!
When installing the device in a closed or multi-
rack assembly, please consider that, during
operation, the ambient temperature, the
mechanical loading and the electrical potentials
will be different from those of devices which are
not mounted into a rack.
왘The ambient temperature within the rack
must not exceed the temperature limit
specified in the specifications.
왘When rack mounting, take good care not
to affect the ventilation required for safe
operation. If necessary, provide additional
ventilation.
왘Make sure that the mechanical loading of the
rack is even.
왘When connecting to the power supply,
observe the information indicated on the
type plate. Avoid circuit overloading. If
necessary, provide overcurrent protection.
왘When rack mounting, please note that
intrinsically harmless leakage currents of the
individual mains units may accumulate,
thereby exceeding the allowable limit value.
As a remedy, ground the rack via an
additional ground connection.
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Rack mounting one
ASA 1
왘Unscrew and remove the two recessed head screws
(M4x8) on one side of the ASA 1.
왘Hold one rack mount “ear” to the ASA 1.
왘Secure the rack mount “ear” Ato the side of the ASA 1
using the two recessed head screws.
왘Repeat for the other rack mount “ear” as described
above.
왘Secure the blanking plate Bto one of the rack mount
“ears” Ausing two recessed head screws (M6x10).
If you are using rod antennas and want to front mount
them:
왘Use the optional AM 2 antenna front mount kit.
AA
B
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Putting the ASA 1 into operation
If you are using rod antennas and do not want to front
mount them:
왘Insert the two blanking plugs Cinto the holes of the
blanking plate:
To mount the ASA 1 into the rack:
왘Slide the ASA 1 with the mounted blanking plate into
the 19” rack.
왘Secure the rack mount “ears” Ato the 19” rack.
C
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Rack mounting two
devices into the
same 19” slot
왘Place the two devices (e.g. the ASA 1 and a stationary
receiver) side by side upside-down onto a flat surface:
왘Secure the jointing plate Eto the devices using six
recessed head screws (M3x6).
왘Secure the rack mount “ears” Ato the devices as
described in the section “Rack mounting one ASA 1” on
page 11.
To mount the devices into the rack:
왘Slide the devices into the 19” rack.
왘Secure the rack mount “ears” to the 19” rack.
A
E
A
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Putting the ASA 1 into operation
Connecting devices to the ASA 1 and
switching the ASA 1 on
Connecting the antennas
Connecting remote
antennas
왘Connect two passive antennas or a combination of
passive antenna and antenna booster to the BNC
sockets ANT RF IN A 7and ANT RF IN B 8:
Connecting rod
antennas
왘Select suitable rod antennas Dfor your antenna
splitter:
왘Connect the antennas to the BNC sockets ANT RF IN A 7
and ANT RF IN B 8or to the previously mounted AM 2
antenna front mount kit (see page 11).
왘Align the antennas in a V-shape to ensure optimum
reception.
To ensure optimum reception even under difficult
reception conditions, we recommend using remote
antennas.
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Device/
product class
Combination possibilities
ASA 1 ASA 1-1G8
Remote
antennas
A 2003,
A 1031
AD 1800
Antenna
boosters
AB 3-A, -G, -GB,
-B, -C, -D, -E
AB 3-1G8
Device/product
class
Combination possibilities
ASA 1 ASA 1-1G8
Rod antennas not labeled labeled “1G8”
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Connecting the receivers
You can connect up to four stationary receivers to the
ASA 1. The splitter also incorporates DC distribution for
powering the receivers:
왘Connect one of the receiver’s antenna inputs to one of
the BNC sockets A1 to A4 F. Suitable BNC cables are
included in the delivery.
These receivers do not require their individual power
supply. They are now powered via the BNC sockets A1
to A4 F.
왘Connect the other antenna input of the receiver to one
of the BNC sockets B1 to B4 9. Suitable BNC cables are
included in the delivery.
Connecting the ASA 1 to the mains
To power the ASA 1, the connected receivers and two
optional antenna boosters, you require the NT 1-1 mains
unit.
왘Pass the cable of the NT 1-1 mains unit through the
cable grip 3.
왘Insert the blue DC connector of the NT 1-1 mains unit
into the DC IN socket 4.
왘Plug the mains unit into a wall socket.
The operation indicator 2lights up green. The ASA 1 is
ready for operation.
Device/product
class
Combination possibilities
ASA 1 ASA 1-1G8
Receivers EM x00 G3-A, -G,
-GB, -B, -C, -D, -E
EM x00 G3-1G8
6
9
Only use the NT 1-1 mains unit with the blue DC
connector. It is designed for the ASA 1 and ensures
safe operation.
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16 | ASA 1
Putting the ASA 1 into operation
Switching the ASA 1 on
왘Briefly press the Standby button 1.
The operation indicator 2lights up green. The RF
signals of the connected antennas are distributed to all
connected receivers.
Setting the ASA 1 to standby mode
왘Press the Standby button 1for approx. 2 seconds.
The operation indicator 2goes off. The ASA 1 switches
to standby mode. Connected antenna boosters are
switched off. Connected receivers are switched off,
provided that they are powered via the BNC sockets A1
to A4 F.
Disconnecting the ASA 1 from the mains
The Standby button 1only deactivates the supply
voltage for the antenna boosters and receivers but does
not disconnect the ASA 1 from the mains. To disconnect
the ASA 1 from the mains:
왘Unplug the mains unit from the wall socket.
The operation indicator 2goes off. The ASA 1 is
switched off.
1
2
1
2
1
2
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Making an 8-channel system using the
ASA 1
There are two ways to link two ASA 1 together to create a
1-to-8 diversity splitter:
1. Two antennas supply an 8-channel system
2. Two 4-channel systems are linked together
The following table shows the recommended maximum
cable lengths and from which cable lengths onwards you
should use AB 3 antenna boosters when making an
8-channel system.
The diagrams on the following two pages show how to
connect your ASA 1 antenna splitters to antennas, antenna
boosters and receivers.
Device Frequency
range
around
Number
of AB 3
Max. cable length
RG 58 GZL 5000
ASA 1 500 MHz 08 m 16 m
136 m 72 m
264 m 128 m
700 MHz 07 m 14 m
130 m 60 m
253 m 106 m
900 MHz 06 m 12 m
126 m 52 m
246 m 92 m
ASA 1-1G8 1800 MHz 04 m 8 m
116 m 36 m
228 m 64 m
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Putting the ASA 1 into operation
First possibility: Two antennas supply an 8-channel system
AB 3* AB 3*
ASA 1 ASA 1
For information on the number of AB 3 antenna boosters and on the
maximum cable lengths, please see table on page 17.
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