Toa M-8080D Series User manual

DIGITAL MATRIX MIXER SYSTEM
M-8080D SERIES
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing TOA's Digital Matrix Mixer System.
Please carefully follow the instructions in this manual to ensure long, trouble-free use of your equipment.
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TABLE OF CONTENT
1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................... 3
2. INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................... 6
3. MAIN FEATURES
3.1. DIGITAL MATRIX.................................................................................................. 6
3.2. DSP FUNCTIONS................................................................................................. 7
3.3. NETWORKS.......................................................................................................... 7
3.4. DANTE NETWORKS............................................................................................. 8
4. FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION.................................................................................. 9
5. REAR PANEL DESCRIPTION................................................................................... 10
6. M-8080D CONNECTION ........................................................................................... 12
7. DANTE INPUT CONFIGURE..................................................................................... 16
8. SOFTWARE EDITOR
8.1. INPUT DSP CHANNEL ...................................................................................... 17
8.2. OUTPUT DSP CHANNEL .................................................................................. 19
8.3. MATRIX .............................................................................................................. 20
8.4. DUCKER ............................................................................................................ 21
8.5. FBC (FEEDBACK COMPRESSION) ................................................................. 22
8.6. AUTO MIXER ..................................................................................................... 24
8.7. SAVE / LOAD / COPY ........................................................................................ 25
8.8. SYSTEM ............................................................................................................. 27
9. REMOTE DEVICES
9.1. M-800RM ............................................................................................................ 31
9.2. M-800RC ............................................................................................................ 33
9.3. M-802RC ............................................................................................................ 35
9.4. M-822IO .............................................................................................................. 37
9.5. M-800RCT .......................................................................................................... 38
9.6. M-804EX ............................................................................................................. 42
9.7. M-800DT ............................................................................................................. 42
10. APPLICATION EXAMPLES ..................................................................................... 43
11. APPENDIX ................................................................................................................ 47
12. SPECIFICATIONS
12.1. 8x8 DIGITAL MATRIX MIXER M-8080D........................................................... 48
12.2. REMOTE MICROPHONE M-800RM................................................................. 49
12.3. REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL PANEL M-800RC............................................... 50
12.4. REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL PANEL WITH AUDIO OUT M-802RC................ 50
12.5. REMOTE AUDIO INPUT OUTPUT PANEL M-822IO....................................... 51
12.6. REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL PANEL WITH TOUCH DISPLAY M-800RCT..... 51
12.7. EXTENSION MODULE 4 PORTS M-804EX..................................................... 52
12.8. DANTE MODULE M-800DT.............................................................................. 52
13. ARABIC IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................... 53
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1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCTIONS ESSENTIELLES POUR LA SÉCURITÉ
• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Clean only with dry cloth.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
ampliers) that produce heat.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. If the provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and
the point where they exit from the apparatus.
• Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specied by the manufacturer,
or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the
cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or
has been dropped.
• Lire ces instructions.
• Conserver ces instructions pour référence ultérieure.
• Respecter tous les avertissements.
• Suivre toutes les instructions.
• Ne pas utiliser cet appareil à proximité d'eau.
• Nettoyer uniquement à l'aide d'un chiffon sec.
• Ne pas obstruer les orices de ventilation. Installer conformément aux instructions du fabricant.
• Ne pas installer à proximité de sources de chaleur telles que des radiateurs, des registres thermiques, des
chaudières ou d'autres appareils (notamment des amplicateurs) produisant de la chaleur.
• Ne pas contourner la fonction de sécurité de la che polarisée ou de mise à la terre. Une che de mise à la
terre est équipée dedeux broches et d'une troisième pour la mise à la terre. Si la che fournie ne peut être
insérée dans la prise électrique souhaitée, consulter un électricien pour faire remplacer cette dernière.
• Protéger le cordon d'alimentation pour éviter qu'il ne soit piétiné ou pincé, notamment au niveau des ches,
des prises de courant ou de son point de sortie de l'appareil.
• Utiliser uniquement les accessoires spéciés par le fabricant.
• Utiliser uniquement avec le chariot, support, trépied, la patte de montage ou la table
spéciés par le fabricant ou vendus avec l'appareil. En cas d'utilisation d'un chariot,
manipuler la combinaison chariot/appareil pour éviter les blessures dues à un renversement.
• Débrancher cet appareil pendant les orages ainsi que lorsqu'il reste inutilisé pendant une période prolongée.
• La maintenance de l'appareil doit être conée à un technicien après-vente qualié. Une maintenance s'avère
nécessaire si l'appareil est endommagé (au niveau du cordon d'alimentation ou de la che), a été mouillé par
un liquide, un objet est tombé à l'intérieur, s'il a été exposé à la pluie ou l'humidité, s'il ne fonctionne pas
normalement ou s'il est tombé.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Before installation or use, be sure to carefully read all the instructions in this section for correct and safe
operation.
• Be sure to follow all the precautionary instructions in this section, which contain important warnings and/or
cautions regarding safety.
• After reading, keep this manual handy for future reference.
Safety Symbol and Message Conventions
Safety symbols and messages described below are used in this manual to prevent bodily injury and property
damage which could result from mishandling. Before operating your product, read this manual first and
understand the safety symbols and messages so you are thoroughly aware of the potential safety hazards.
When Installing the Unit
• WARNING: Do not expose the unit to rain or an environment where it may be splashed by water or other
liquids, as doing so may result in re or electric shock.
• Use the unit only with the voltage specied on the unit. Using a voltage higher than that which is specied
may result in re or electric shock.
• Do not cut, kink, otherwise damage nor modify the power supply cord. In addition, avoid using the power
cord in close proximity to heaters, and never place heavy objects -- including the unit itself -- on the power
cord, as doing so may result in re or electric shock.
• Avoid installing or mounting the unit in unstable locations, such as on a rickety table or a slanted surface.
Doing so may result in the unit falling down and causing personal injury and/or property damage.
• External wiring connected to the terminals marked with requires installation by an instructed person.
• The apparatus shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
• L'appareil doit être branché à une prise d'alimentation avec mise à la terre de protection.
• The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and the plug (disconnecting device) shall be easily
accessible.
• The unit is not suitable for use in locations where children are likely to be present.
When the Unit is in Use
• Should the following irregularity be found during use, immediately switch off the power, disconnect the power
supply plug from the AC outlet and contact your nearest TOA dealer. Make no further attempt to operate the
unit in this condition as this may cause re or electric shock.
· If you detect smoke or a strange smell coming from the unit
· If water or any metallic object gets into the unit
· If the unit falls, or the unit case breaks
· If the power supply cord is damaged (exposure of the core, disconnection, etc.)
· If it is malfunctioning (no tone sounds.)
• To prevent a fire or electric shock, never open nor remove the unit case as there are high voltage
components inside the unit. Refer all servicing to your nearest TOA dealer.
• Do not place cups, bowls, or other containers of liquid or metallic objects on top of the unit. If they
accidentally spill into the unit, this may cause a re or electric shock.
• Do not insert nor drop metallic objects or ammable materials in the ventilation slots of the unit's cover, as
this may result in re or electric shock.
WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if mishandled, could
result in death or serious personal injury.
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The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence
of important operation and maintenance (servicing) instruction in the literature accompanying the
appliance.
Le point d'exclamation à l'intérieur d'un triangle équilatéral avertit l'utilisateur de l'existence
d'instructions d'utilisation et d'entretien (réparation) dans la documentation fournie avec l'appareil.

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When Installing the Unit
• Never plug in nor remove the power supply plug with wet hands, as doing so may cause electric shock.
• When unplugging the power supply cord, be sure to grasp the power supply plug; never pull on the cord
itself. Operating the unit with a damaged power supply cord may cause a re or electric shock.
• When moving the unit, be sure to remove its power supply cord from the wall outlet. Moving the unit with the
power cord connected to the outlet may cause damage to the power cord, resulting in re or electric shock.
When removing the power cord, be sure to hold its plug to pull.
• Do not block the ventilation slots in the unit's cover. Doing so may cause heat to build up inside the unit and
result in re.
• Avoid installing the unit in humid or dusty locations, in locations exposed to the direct sunlight, near the
heaters, or in locations generating sooty smoke or steam as doing otherwise may result in re or electric
shock.
• To avoid electric shocks, be sure to unplug the unit's power supply cord when connecting speakers.
• Be sure to follow the instructions below when rack-mounting the unit. Failure to do so may cause a re or
personal injury.
· Install the equipment rack on a stable, hard oor. Fix it with anchor bolts or take other arrangements to
prevent it from falling down.
· When connecting the unit's power cord to an AC outlet, use the AC outlet with current capacity allowable to
the unit.
· No rack-mounting screws are supplied with the unit. Separately prepare the appropriate screws for the rack.
When the Unit is in Use
• Do not place heavy objects on the unit as this may cause it to fall or break which may result in personal injury
and/or property damage. In addition, the object itself may fall off and cause injury and/or damage.
• Make sure that the volume control is set to minimum position before power is switched on. Loud noise
produced at high volume when power is switched on can impair hearing.
• Do not operate the unit for an extended period of time with the sound distorting. This is an indication of a
malfunction, which in turn can cause heat to generate and result in a re.
• If dust accumulates on the power supply plug or in the wall AC outlet, a re may result. Clean it periodically.
In addition, insert the plug in the wall outlet securely.
• Switch off the power, and unplug the power supply plug from the AC outlet for safety purposes when cleaning
or leaving the unit unused for 10 days or more. Doing otherwise may cause a re or electric shock.
ATTENTION
The lighting ash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of
sufcient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
L'éclair accompagné d'un symbole représentant une pointe de flèche à l'intérieur d'un triangle
équilatéral avertit l'utilisateur de la présence d'une "tension dangereuse" à l'intérieur de l'enceinte
du téléviseur, dont la magnitude peut être sufsante pour constituer un risque de choc électrique
pour les personnes.
WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if mishandled, could
result in moderate or minor personal injury, and/or property damage.
L'appareil ne doit pas être exposé aux éclaboussures ou écoulements et tous objets remplis de liquide, tels
que vases, ne doivent pas être sur l’appareil.

2. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the M-8080D series Digital Matrix Mixer System. This device is dedicated to music,
paging, discussion and zone management solutions for Commercial Audio applications.
Easy to use and to implement, M-8080D offers state-of-the-art signal processing in a cost effective package.
M-8080D is a DIGITAL AUDIO PLATFORM for professional use. It can be used in following electromagnetic
environments: residental, commercial and light industries and urban outdoors. The apparatus is intended for
rack mounting.
3. MAIN FEATURES
3.1. DIGITAL MATRIX
Projects using DSP platforms usually require a minimum number of inputs and outputs.
This determines the choice of dedicated matrix models. M-8080D offers a large choice of IN/OUT options in
order to cover most of applications:
Stand-alone system audio IN/OUT:
• Standard: 8 analogue IN / 8 analogue OUT on rear panel ports of M-8080D.
• Optional: 4 digital IN / 4 digital OUT via remote devices.
• Maximum system IN/OUT: 12 x 12.
Optional remote devices with Audio IN/OUT. Consumption on Audio IN/OUT from devices in regards to
additional available 4 digital IN / 4 digital OUT per M-8080D.
Note:
• Only 2x M-800RM/M-802RC/M-822IO can be connected physically to 1x M-8080D (available
ports).
• 12x12 can be realized by using 2x M-822IO.
• Internal A/D conversion sampling rate 48kHz, Bit rate 24 bits.
Dante system audio IN/OUT:
After installing the M-800DT Dante module in a stand-alone system, it can be interconnected via Dante network.
A maximum of 16 x stand-alone system can be connected through the Dante network, with a maximum of 192
inputs and 192 outputs.
Please refer to item 3.4 on page 8.
*Dante ® is a registered trademark of Audinate Pty Ltd.
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Remote devices Audio IN Audio OUT
M-800RM 2x --
M-802RC -- 2x
M-822IO 2x 2x
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3.2. DSP FUNCTIONS
M-8080D is intended for non-experts. The system used x architecture for quick and easy operation.
The intuitive GUI utilizes a familiar hardware-like layout to enable a short programming timeline and rapid
hardware implementation.
All functions can be congured with the PC Editor Software. Settings can be memorized for easy duplication
or modication:
3.3. NETWORKS
M-8080D uses two types of network connections:
• RD, based on RS-485 for panel control and AES3 for digital audio transport.
• TCP/IP for LAN control.
Cable connections for Remote Controllers (RD ports)
Use shielded CAT 5e (or better) cable to connect the remote controllers to the RD ports. The maximum
transmission distance is 100 meters. If wall-mounted controllers can be connected to the ground (except the
Paging Station), the distance can be increased up to 150 meters.
CAUTION Never connect a RD port to the router, this can cause damage to the devices.
The port can transmit and receive AES3 plus control signal, the following graphic illustrates the termination
and also shows function of each wire pair on the network:
The green pair is reserved for data communications between M-8080D and remote device. Data
communication is needed to send configuration information, software update and status information from
M-8080D to remote device.
Note: Conguration information of remote device (such LED illuminate status, microphone sensitivity, channel
name, etc.) is stored in M-8080D, not in the remote devices. This makes easy to swap for a new remote
device without losing the congured information.
The orange and blue pairs carry two channels each of balanced differential AES3 digital audio. TX refers to
audio that the remote device sends to M-8080D, RX refers to audio that remote device receives from M-8080D.
The brown pair provides 24VDC power and ground for the remote device.
Pins meaning of RD port:
1- AES TX + 5- RS485 RX
2- AES TX- 6- AES RX-
3- AES RX+ 7- DC24V
4- RS485 TX 8- GND
Cable connections for TCP/IP (LAN port)
M-8080D and the PC should use the internal LAN of the router, the router + PC should work with DHCP
function.
At the moment, all must be connected to a network router by CAT5 cable.
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Ducker
Gain
In Crossover Gate / Exp Gain / Phase 5 band EQ
Matrix
Feedback
Cancel
Delay Limit / Comp
Mixer Crossover Gain / Phase 8 band EQ Delay Limit / Comp Out
Shielded CAT5e cable
(or better)
1 Orange/White
2 Orange
3 Green/White
4 Blue
5 Blue/White
6 Green
7 Brown/White
8 Brown
9 Shielded

ENVIRONMENT:
The M-8080D can be programmed by using the software editor available with the device. It works with
Windows 7 and above.
*Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Connection Example:
3.4. DANTE NETWORK
The M-8080D can communication through the Dante network after installing the M-800DT Dante module.
Dante network usage for cascading TOA's M-8080D.
When the network bandwidth is 100Mbps, 2 x M-8080Ds can be connected at most.
When the network bandwidth is 1000Mbps, 16 x M-8080Ds can be connected at most.
Use CAT 5e and above cable for connections, the maximum cable length is 100 meters.
Dante is not capible of transmitting updates.
*Dante ® is a registered trademark of Audinate Pty Ltd.
Connection Example:
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a Mic/Line cable, analog
b Speaker cable, analog
c CAT 5 cable, RD panel control & digital
d CAT 5 cable, LAN
M-8080D
Multichannel Amplifier
Speaker
SpeakerMultichannel Amplifier
M-800RCT M-800RM MD-200CTU
ROUTER
a Mic/Line cable, analog
b Speaker cable, analog
c CAT 5 cable, RD panel control & digital
d CAT 5 cable, LAN
ROUTER
M-8080D ID: 0100
RD IN RD EXP
PRIMARY
1G
SECONDARY
ACT/LINK 1G ACT/LINK DANTE MODULE M-800DT
M-8080D ID: 0200
RD IN RD EXP
PRIMARY
1G
SECONDARY
ACT/LINK 1G ACT/LINK DANTE MODULE M-800DT
M-800RM
M-800RM
M-800RCT
SpeakerMultichannel Amplifier
Music Player
Music Player
SpeakerMultichannel Amplifier

4. FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION
1. LC-Display
It displays device information. Such as name, rmware and ID, and communication status.
a. Displays device name and the rmware version.
b. It displays the current preset.
c. Current ID.The ID is automatically obtained when the device is correctly connected.ID&0100
d. Connection indicator between the PC and the device. If the connection is Okay.
Both icons in the box will ash alternately.
e. DSP connection indicator. In case of problem “DSP!” will be displayed.
2. ANALOG
Analog input indicators. The Green LED indicates presence of signal, the Red LED indicates signal clipping of
the corresponding input.
3. RD
RD digital input indicators. The Green LED indicates presence of signal, the Red LED indicates signal clipping
of the corresponding input.
4. ANALOG
Analog output indicators. The Green LED indicates presence of signal, the Red LED indicates signal clipping
of the corresponding output.
5. RD
RD digital output indicators. The Green LED indicates presence of signal, the Red LED indicates signal
clipping of the corresponding output.
6. STATUS
• FAULT: Red LED indicating a malfunction of the DSP. The information is relayed on the LC-Display.
• COMM: Green LED indicating the communication status between the PC and the device. The LED blinks
during data transfer. It remains off in case of problems.
• POWER: Blue LED indicating that the unit is powered.
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M-8080D (V2.6II)
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5. REAR PANEL DESCRIPTION
1. Power Socket
The power socket must be used with accessory cord.
The supply voltage is between 100 V and 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, depending on countries.
The socket includes the fuse compartment. When changing it, make sure to replace it with a model of the
same characteristics.
Fuse: T1.6AL AC250V
2. LAN
Port for the Ethernet connection, 10/100/1000Mbps adaptive, with DHCP function. The plug includes two
LEDs, a green one indicating the good connection to the network and a yellow one indicating the good data
transmission.
• If the yellow LED turns Off, there is a transmission problem. If On, with Green LED Off, the device has
detected the network, but there is no connection.
• If the Green LED is on, the network connection is correct.
3. GPI 1 Port
This function is used to control the input / output priority / mute all outputs of channels 1-8, the details please
see page 28.
4. GPI 2 Port
The function of this port is the same as that of GPI 1, the details please see page 28.
Note: The open voltage of GPI is 1.5V, and the open resistance is 200Ω. It is only used for relay or switch
control.
5. ON/OFF SW
Switch on assign Ethernet to the LAN port .
6. RD 9/10
RD Port to connect remote device accessory such as M-822IO, M-802RC, M-800RM, M-800RC, M-800RCT
and M-804EX.
This port transmits and receives AES3 digital audio plus control data.
M-822IO for instance, includes A/D and D/A converters for two IN/OUT assigned to channels 9 and 10.
7. RD 11/12
Similar to port RD 9/10 (6) but assigned to channels 11 and 12.
About M-8080D RD port expansion:
Can use M-804EX / M-800RCT / M-800RC to expand the RD port of M-8080D.
Each M-8080D RD port can support up to 1pc M-804EX or 4pcs M-800RCT / M-800RC.
Note: 1x M-804EX can be added exclusively.
Application Examples
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1 2 3 6 8 10
12 5 4 7
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M-8080D
M-804EX
M-800RM
M-800RCT
x 4PCS
M-800RC
x 4PCS
M-800RC
x 4PCS
M-800RCT M-800RC M-800RC
M-800RCT
24V DC power supply

Important
Be sure to switch off the unit's power when connecting or removing the device. Failure to do so may cause the
device to fail.
8. RELAY
Dry contacts where ON/OFF status can be individually controlled in the System menu (Please refer to page
27).
They are generally used as switches for third party electrical equipment.
Attention: withstand voltage: 24V DC, control current: Under 500mA.
9. RS232
This interface is used to remotely control M-8080D parameters, such as a Preset change or a modication of
the gain for one channel.
Please refer to Appendix page 40 to consult the code table.
RS232 wire connection diagram
10. INPUT
Euroblock connector including 8 balanced analog inputs.
11. OUTPUT
Euroblock connector including 8 balanced analog outputs.
12. DANTE MODULE INPUT PORT
This location is reserved for the optional Dante module M-800DT.
Dante module M-800DT installation
a. Remove the 2 screws on the Dante module input port cover and remove the cover.
b. Plug the module fully into the input port by sliding them along the left and right guide rails, then secure with
two screws.
Important
Be sure to switch off the unit's power when inserting or removing the module. Failure to do so may cause the
module to fail.
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RS-232C connection
Removable terminal
block (Female)
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5
2
3RXD
TXD
GND
TXD
RXD
GND
RD IN RD EXP
PRIMARY
1G
SECONDARY
ACT/LINK 1G ACT/LINK DANTE MODULE M-800DT

6. M-8080D CONNECTION
Standalone System
Software Function Introduction
Once the connection is completed. Open the M-8080D System Control Editor. The initial page shows as
below:
Click Enter to open the software.
Attention:
1) After rmware is updated, the machine will automatically restart. After temporarily changing the router, it is
recommended to restart the PC control software.
2) Regarding the IP address connection, it should use the internal LAN of the router, the router + PC should
work with DHCP function.
1. System Introduction
Load All: Load the device conguration le (except the preset list data).
Save As: Save the current device conguration data to local (except the preset list data).
Cong Device ID: ID must be 0100.
Mode Select: Return to the "MODE SELECT" window.
Exit: Quit the software.
Note: The Preset which was active before power off will be reloaded when power on the device.
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M-8080D
ROUTER

2. Add Device Introduction
Click "Scan", the system will automatically search for all online devices and appear in the matrix system list.
Click the found matrix system, and select "Yes" in the pop-up window to connect to this system.
Refresh: Refresh the current online status of the device.
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System With Dante Module
(M-8080D can only be enabled after the Dante module M-800DT is installed.)
Note:
When the network bandwidth is 100Mbps, 2 x M-8080Ds can be connected at most.
When the network bandwidth is 1000Mbps, 16 x M-8080Ds can be connected at most.
Software Function Introduction
Once the connection is completed. Open the M-8080D System Control Editor. The initial page shows as
below:
Click Enter to open the software.
Attention:
1) After rmware is updated, the machine will automatically restart. After temporarily changing the router, it is
recommended to restart the PC control software.
2) Regarding the IP address connection, it should use the internal LAN of the router, the router + PC should
work with DHCP function.
1. System Introduction
Load All: Load the device conguration le(except the preset list data and the Dante input conguration data).
Save As: Save the current device conguration data to local (except the preset list data and the Dante input
conguration data).
Cong Device ID: Customize device ID, the ID can be modied in the range of 0100, 0200, 0300...1600.
Mode Select: Return to the "MODE SELECT" window.
Exit: Quit the software.
Note: The Preset which was active before power off will be reloaded when power on the device.
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ROUTER
M-8080D ID: 0100
RD IN RD EXP
PRIMARY
1G
SECONDARY
ACT/LINK 1G ACT/LINK DANTE MODULE M-800DT
M-8080D ID: 1600
RD IN RD EXP
PRIMARY
1G
SECONDARY
ACT/LINK 1G ACT/LINK DANTE MODULE M-800DT

2. Add Device Introduction
Click "Scan", the system will automatically search for all online devices and appear in the matrix system list.
Click the desired matrix system, and select "Yes" in the pop-up window to connect to this system.
Refresh: Refresh the current online status of the device.
Note:
The device information shows the information for the highlighted device. It remains even after switching the
main device.
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7. DANTE INPUT CONFIGURE
(Conguration is only required if the Dante module M-800DT is installed and the "System with Dante
module" mode is selected.)
Click "Dante Input Cong" page to enter the conguration.
1. Dante Receivers: All online Dante devices are displayed below.
2. Dante device in conguration: The background color is green, and the conguration items is displayed on
the right.
3. Receiver Input: There are a total of 8 Dante input channels.
4. Dante Transmitters: Select the ID number of the Dante transmitter M-8080D.
5. Transmitter Output: When the ID number of the Dante transmitter M-8080D is selected, one of the output
channels from that transmitter is selected for communication.
6. Refresh: Load the settings of the Dante input from the device.
7. Save To Device: Save the settings of the Dante input to the device.
8. Save To PC: Save current settings of the Dante input to PC.
9. Load From PC: Load the settings of the Dante input from PC.
Function Example:
The Dante-IN01 of the M-8080D (ID:0100) receives audio signals from the Dante-OUT01 of the M-8080D
(ID:0200).
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8. SOFTWARE EDITOR
Click "Device Cong" page to enter the conguration.
8.1. INPUT DSP CHANNEL
On the "DSP channel" page, click the input channel name to enter the corresponding input channel DSP
settings.
1. EXP/Gate: The gate attenuates signals below the threshold value, and allows signals above the threshold
value to pass. When the signal is beyond the threshold, the output signal remains identical to the input signal.
By adjusting the value of the ratio to its maximum, the Expander is transformed into a Noise Gate.
Threshold: -80dB to +20dB. Click this button to set the noise gate trigger level of the selected channel.
Ratio: Gain ratio between the input signal and the amplied signal, from 1:1 to 10:1.
Attack: Reaction time when the signal is above the specied threshold, from 10 to 150 ms. The attack time is
how long it takes the gate to fully open once this threshold has been reached.
Release: Reaction time of the Expander when the signal passes below the specied threshold from 10ms to
1000 ms.
Bypass: Press this button, the function of this area is invalid.
Flat: Restore this area to default settings.
2. DC48V: Note this button is only used for external condenser microphone, otherwise it may damage your
device, 48V phantom power for electric microphone.
3. Polarity: Inverts the phase of the signal by 180°.
4. Microphone Sensitivity: Input sensitivity for a microphone, from -48dB to 0dB.
5. Parametric EQ
The equalizer is used to compensate or alter the spectral characteristics of the signal in order to obtain the
fattest possible frequency response. The module here is a parametric 5 bands EQ.
a ) Freq: Central frequency of the lter between 19.7Hz to 20.16kHz.
b ) Qfact: Selectivity range of the lter(Q). The greater the value, the thinner is the processed area of the
spectrum. Can be adjusted from 0.4 to128.
c ) Gain: Gain or attenuation of the choosen frequency, from -18dB to +18dB.
d ) Type: Filter type, Peak / Low / High.
e ) Bypass 1~5: Temporarily cancels the individual processing of lters1~5 without having to use the general
"Bypass".
6. EQ: High Pass Filter and Low Pass Filter: Those lters are used to eliminate non necessary frequencies
above and below the signal spectrum, in order to avoid any background noise generation due to multi-
processing. For instance, a voice microphone will be set to 100Hz for the High Pass and 4kHz for the Low
Pass.
Freq: Cut-off frequency
Type: Filter type
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7. Bypass: The signal is not processed and skips to the next processing module.
8. Flat: All parameters are reset to the factory settings.
9. Comp:
A compressor can limit the dynamics of a signal beyond a certain level. When the signal exceeds the
Threshold it is compressed in a ratio greater than 1. Below the Threshold,input and output signals remain the
same. By adjusting the ratio to its maximum value, the compressor is transformed into a limiter.
a ) Threshold: Threshold from which the signal is compressed, from -30dB to +20dB.
b ) Ratio: Compression ratio. For instance, a 4:1 ratio means that the input level is 4dB above the threshold,
the output signal will be 1dB above this threshold. The ratio value can be set from 10:1 to 1:1.
c ) Attack: Reaction time of the compressor when the signal is beyond the specied threshold. From 10 to
150ms.
d ) Release: Reaction time of the Compressor when the signal is below the specied threshold, from 10ms to
1000ms.
e ) Bypass: Press this button, this area function is invalid.
f ) Default: Restore Compressor parameters to default.
g ) Gain: Adjust the volume level after passing the compressor.
10. Time Delay: A delay can be set for each input up to 1361.2916ms. It can be used for sound/video synchro
applications or phase adjustment.
11. Distance Delay: Adjust the delay by using the distance between different audio sets.
12. Bypass: The signal is not processed and skips to the next processing module.
13. Input / Output channel
a ) Activation (IN/OUT): Activate the Input/Output to edit the functions. You will be automatically routed to
Input/Output DSP Channel.
b ) Mute: Mute the signal.
c ) Fader: Adjust the volume of this channel.
d ) How to modify the channel’s name.
- Double click the channel’s name.
- Input the individual name you want to modied.
- Press "Enter" button on the keyboard.
Attention: In case of M-800RCT, the individual name setting is not transmitted automatically to the device.
Use the seperate Setting page of M-800RCT for setting individual names to be transmitted and indicated on
M-800RCT.
Function Example:
Adjusting the high-pass filter to 32.7Hz. Type is adjusted to BW24. Drag EQ1 to 54.4Hz and adjust the Q
value to 2.0. Gain up to 8dB. Drag EQ2 to 315Hz. Q value is adjusted to 2.5. Gain to 2.5dB. EQ3 type to
1.45kHz The Q value is unchanged. The gain is attenuated to -2.5dB. The EQ4 type is adjusted to 406.1Hz.
The Q value / gain is unchanged, and the EQ5 type is adjusted to 8.38KHz. The Q value does not change and
the gain reaches 4dB.
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8.2. OUTPUT DSP CHANNEL
On the "DSP channel" page, click the output channel name to enter the corresponding output channel DSP
settings.
Same menu as the Input DSP Channel ,without the Expander/Gate section. The parametric EQ features 8
bands here, instead of 5 bands for the inputs. Please refer to the introduction of Input DSP Channel.
Function Example:
Adjust the high-pass lter / EQ point to the corresponding parameter, which is the same as Input DSP. The
waveform in the EQ diagram will also change accordingly.
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8.3. MATRIX
This part of the software is used to route inputs through a graphical representation as a matrix. By clicking
on the gray boxes several inputs can be assigned to several outputs. If the connection is active the box turns
green, otherwise it remains gray.
• "Standalone System" mode: The matrix can route 12 input signals to 12 separate outputs. One talks about
a 12×12 matrix.
IN(OUT) 01 to IN(OUT) 08 are analog IN/OUT available on the rear panel.
IN(OUT) 09 to IN(OUT) 12 are digital IN/OUT (RD ports) and are converted to analog signals.
• "System With Dante Module" mode: The matrix can route 20 input signals to 20 separate outputs. One
talks about a 20×20 matrix.
IN(OUT) 01 to IN(OUT) 08 are analog IN/OUT available on the rear panel.
IN(OUT) 09 to IN(OUT) 12 are digital IN/OUT (RD ports) and are converted to analog signals.
D-IN(OUT) 01 to D-IN(OUT) 08 are Dante digital IN/OUT (Dante module input port) and are converted to
analog signals.
Attention:
The M-800RM can only perform matrix settings on the M-800RM editor page, and cannot be set on this page.
When the M-800RM is connected, the corresponding channel matrix function cannot be enabled.
Function Example:
Assign input 1 to output 1: Click the Matrix node, click OFF in the pop-up window, then set the volume to
-29dB, and nally click OK. The sound of channel 1 will be adjusted to -29dB.
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