thomann the t.racks 8x8 Matrix User manual

8x8 Matrix
Controller
User Manual

Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
Internet: www.thomann.de
04.12.2023, ID: 490507 (V2)

Table of contents
1 General information................................................................................................................................. 5
1.1 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 5
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 7
3 Features.......................................................................................................................................................... 9
4 Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 10
5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 15
6 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 18
6.1 Remote control protocol (RS232)............................................................................................... 44
7 Technical specications....................................................................................................................... 61
8 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 65
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1 General information
This document contains important instructions for the safe operation of the product. Read and
follow the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the document for future refer‐
ence. Make sure that it is available to all those using the product. If you sell the product to
another user, be sure that they also receive this document.
Our products and documentation are subject to a process of continuous development. They
are therefore subject to change. Please refer to the latest version of the documentation, which
is ready for download under www.thomann.de.
1.1 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will nd an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are
used in this document.
Signal word Meaning
DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an
immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or
serious injury if it is not avoided.
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in material and
environmental damage if it is not avoided.
General information
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Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – high-voltage.
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
This device is intended to be used for amplication, mixing and playback of signals from
musical instruments and microphones. Use the device only as described in this user manual.
Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may
result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting
from improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sucient physical, sensorial, and intellectual
abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this
device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.
Safety
DANGER!
Risk of injury and choking hazard for children!
Children can suocate on packaging material and small parts. Children can injure themselves when handling the device. Never allow
children to play with the packaging material and the device. Always store packaging material out of the reach of babies and small
children. Always dispose of packaging material properly when it is not in use. Never allow children to use the device without supervi‐
sion. Keep small parts away from children and make sure that the device does not shed any small parts (such knobs) that children
could play with.
DANGER!
Danger to life due to electric current!
A short circuit could lead to a re hazard and risk of death. Always use proper ready-made insulated triple-core mains cable with a
safety plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. In case of isolation damage, disconnect immediately the power supply and
arrange repair. If in doubt, seek advice from a qualied electrician.
Intended use
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DANGER!
Danger to life due to electric current!
Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never remove any covers. There are no user-serviceable parts
inside. Do not use the device when covers, safety equipment or optical components are missing or damaged.
NOTICE!
Risk of re due to covered vents and neighbouring heat sources!
If the vents of the device are covered or the device is operated in the immediate vicinity of other heat sources, the device can over‐
heat and burst into ames. Never cover the device or the vents. Do not install the device in the immediate vicinity of other heat
sources. Never operate the device in the immediate vicinity of naked ames.
NOTICE!
Damage to the device if operated in unsuitable ambient conditions!
The device can be damaged if it is operated in unsuitable ambient conditions. Only operate the device indoors within the ambient
conditions specied in the “Technical specications” chapter of this user manual. Avoid operating it in environments with direct sun‐
light, heavy dirt and strong vibrations. Avoid operating it in environments with strong temperature uctuations. If temperature uc‐
tuations cannot be avoided (for example after transport in low outside temperatures), do not switch on the device immediately.
Never subject the device to liquids or moisture. Never move the device to another location while it is in operation. In environments
with increased dirt levels (for example due to dust, smoke, nicotine or mist): Have the device cleaned by qualied specialists at reg‐
ular intervals to prevent damage due to overheating and other malfunctions.
NOTICE!
Risk of re due to installation of a wrong fuse!
Using fuses of a dierent type than compatible with the device may cause a re and seriously damage the device. Only use fuses of
the same type. Observe the labelling on the device casing and the information in the "Technical data” chapter.
Safety instructions
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3 Features
Special features of the device:
nDigital 8x8 matrix processor
n96 kHz sampling rate
n32 bit DSP
n24 bit AD/DA converter
nInputs: 8 mono channels (screw terminal block) for microphone and line level signals
nOutputs: 8 mono channels (screw terminal) for line level signals
nComprehensive setting options for optimal sound
– Parametric Equalizer
– Graphic Equalizer
– High- and low-pass lters
– Noise Gate
– Phase inversion
nInternal Aux path with eects
n21 user presets
nUSB and Ethernet connection for control via PC using the supplied software
nSerial interface for remote control of the device or cascading of several devices
nNetwork connection for integration of the device into a local network
nControl via PC and remote control via RS232
n19" rack mountable (1RU)
Features
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4 Installation and starting up
Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the
equipment packaging. To fully protect the product against vibration, dust and moisture during
transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable
for transport or storage, respectively.
Create all connections while the device is o. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for
all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards.
The unit has been designed for rack mounting in a standard 19-inch rack; it occupies one rack
unit.
Rack mounting
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The gure schematically shows how the device can be controlled via a computer's USB port.
US BUS B
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Computer
USB Cable
Conguration example 1
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The illustrations show schematically how one device or several devices can be integrated into
a local area network (LAN).
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Computer
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Conguration example 2
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ID1
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WIFI Router
Computer
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The illustrations show schematically how a device can be congured via the serial port.
Computer
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Conguration example 3
Installation and starting up
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5 Connections and controls
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Front panel
Connections and controls
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1[INPUTS]
[SIGNAL] | Level display for the input channels.
[CLIP] | Clipping indicator. In this case, the level of the input signal is too high.
2[OUTPUTS]
[SIGNAL] | Level display for the output channels.
[CLIP] | Clipping indicator. In this case, the level of the output signal is too high.
3 Control LEDs
[USB] | The LED lights up when a signal is received via the USB connection.
[ETHERNET] | The LED lights up when a signal is received via the network connection.
[POWER] | The LED lights when the device is on.
4[USB] | USB interface
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5 Rubber panel plug with fuse holder for power supply
6[POWER] | Main switch. Turns the device on and o.
7[ETHERNET] | RJ45 socket as LAN connection for connection to your network
8[RS232/485 PORT] | Serial interface for remote control of the device or cascading of several devices, designed as screw
terminal block
9[OUTPUTS] | Screw terminal block for the output channels [CH1] … [CH8]
10 [INPUTS] | Screw terminal block for the input channels [CH1] … [CH8]
Rear panel
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6 Operating
The device can be controlled with the supplied software. The connection from the PC to the
device can be established via USB, LAN or the serial interface.
If you connect several devices via a switch, you have to assign a dierent IP address to
each device and set a dierent ID code.
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1. Connect the device to the power grid.
2. Insert the software CD into the disk drive of your Windows PC and start the installation
programme that matches the device version.
3. Follow the instructions of the installation programme to completion.
4. Connect your PC to the device and switch on the device at the main switch.
ðThe operating system detects the newly added USB device.
Install and start the software.
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5. Open the PC programme. The programme automatically detects the connected device.
ðIn the upper right corner of the programme window the marking ‘Online’ appears.
Operating
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