Yellowtec Digital Voice Processor User manual

Manual 4.0
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1BRIEF DESCRIPTION......................................................................................... 6
2PRIOR TO BEGINNING...................................................................................... 7
2.1 CONVENTIONS USED IN THE MANUAL..................................................................... 7
2.1.1 Using the screen.................................................................................................................... 7
2.1.2 Printout.................................................................................................................................. 7
2.2 UNPACKING........................................................................................................ 8
2.3 SCOPE OF DELIVERY ........................................................................................... 8
2.4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS........................................................................................ 9
3GETTING STARTED WITH VIPDIGITAL.......................................................... 10
3.1 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION.................................................................................. 10
3.2 ACTIVATION...................................................................................................... 10
3.3 USING INTERNAL PRESETS................................................................................. 10
3.4 USING SMARTCARD .......................................................................................... 10
3.5 THE ENTER BUTTON.......................................................................................... 11
3.6 FIRST AUDIO CONNECTIONS ............................................................................... 11
4UNIT DESCRIPTION......................................................................................... 12
4.1 FRONT PANEL................................................................................................... 12
4.1.1 Remote Control RJ12 (1) .................................................................................................... 12
4.1.2 Level Indicators (2).............................................................................................................. 12
4.1.3 Function Display (3) ............................................................................................................ 13
4.1.4 Preset Recall (4).................................................................................................................. 13
4.1.5 Enter (5)............................................................................................................................... 14
4.1.6 Selector (6).......................................................................................................................... 14
4.1.7 Card Slot (7)........................................................................................................................ 14
4.2 THE ENTER MODE ............................................................................................ 15
4.2.1 Assign Preset ...................................................................................................................... 15
4.2.2 Meter Mode ......................................................................................................................... 15
4.2.3 State.................................................................................................................................... 16
4.2.4 Contrast............................................................................................................................... 16
4.2.5 Escape................................................................................................................................. 16
4.3 BACK PANEL..................................................................................................... 17
4.3.1 Power supply....................................................................................................................... 17
4.3.2 Audio connections............................................................................................................... 17
4.3.2.1 Analog In 1 and 2....................................................................................................................... 17
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4.3.2.2 Analog Left Out and Right Out................................................................................................... 18
4.3.2.3 Analog Hybrid-Out..................................................................................................................... 18
4.3.2.4 Digital AES/EBU-Sync/In........................................................................................................... 18
4.3.2.5 Digital AES/EBU-Out................................................................................................................. 18
4.3.3 Remote Control ................................................................................................................... 19
4.3.3.1 Remote Control D-Sub .............................................................................................................. 19
4.3.3.2 Control-Out/In............................................................................................................................ 19
4.3.3.3 Technical data Control-Out/In (GPO/GPI) ................................................................................. 19
5SOFTWARE INSTALLATION........................................................................... 20
5.1 INSTALLATION FROM THE CD-ROM.................................................................... 20
5.2 INSTALLATION FROM A ZIP-FILE.......................................................................... 20
5.3 INFO:THE MAIN SOFTWARE COMPONENTS OF VIPDIGITAL .................................... 20
6CONNECT VIPDIGITAL TO THE COMPUTER ................................................ 21
6.1 INSTALLING THE CONNECTION ............................................................................ 21
6.2 STANDARD APPLICATION START-UP PROCEDURE ................................................ 21
6.3 TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................................... 22
6.4 ASSIGNING COM PORTS................................................................................... 23
6.5 CONNECTING SEVERAL VIPDIGITAL TO YOUR PC................................................. 23
7VIPCON - THE CONFIGURATION SOFTWARE.............................................. 24
7.1 START AND END OF PROGRAM............................................................................ 24
7.2 PASSWORD PROTECTION................................................................................... 24
7.3 ONLINE OPERATION........................................................................................... 25
7.4 OFFLINE OPERATION ......................................................................................... 25
7.5 MENU:FILE ...................................................................................................... 26
7.5.1 Sub-menu: New................................................................................................................... 26
7.5.2 Sub-menu: Open................................................................................................................. 26
7.5.3 Sub-menu: Save.................................................................................................................. 26
7.5.4 Sub-menu: Save as............................................................................................................. 26
7.5.5 Sub-menu: Change Password ............................................................................................ 27
7.5.6 Sub-menu: Exit.................................................................................................................... 27
7.6 MENU:UNIT ..................................................................................................... 28
7.6.1 Sub-menu: Save to Unit...................................................................................................... 28
7.6.2 Sub-menu: Load from Unit.................................................................................................. 28
7.7 MENU:FIRMWARE UPDATE................................................................................ 29
7.8 MENU:HELP..................................................................................................... 30
7.8.1 Sub-menu: Help F1 ............................................................................................................ 30
7.8.2 Sub-menu: About................................................................................................................. 30
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7.9 WINDOW:GENERAL OPTIONS ............................................................................ 31
7.9.1 Range: Synchronization...................................................................................................... 31
7.9.1.1 Field: Frequency........................................................................................................................ 31
7.9.1.2 Field: Sync Source..................................................................................................................... 31
7.9.2 Range: Access Internal Preset............................................................................................ 32
7.9.3 Range: Preset Order........................................................................................................... 32
7.9.4 Range: Replace Internal Preset.......................................................................................... 32
7.9.5 Range: Read SmartCard..................................................................................................... 33
7.9.6 Range: Write SmartCard..................................................................................................... 33
7.9.7 Range: Meter Default.......................................................................................................... 33
7.9.8 Range: Enter Button............................................................................................................ 33
7.9.9 Range: Input Levels ............................................................................................................ 34
7.9.10 Range: Output Levels...................................................................................................... 34
7.10 WINDOW:CONTROL LOGIC ........................................................................... 35
7.10.1 Range: Trigger Outputs................................................................................................... 35
7.10.1.1 Trigger Output Functions........................................................................................................... 36
7.10.1.2 Trigger Output Actions............................................................................................................... 36
7.10.2 Range: Pulse Duration..................................................................................................... 36
7.10.3 Range: Trigger Inputs...................................................................................................... 37
7.10.3.1 Trigger Input Actions.................................................................................................................. 37
8VIPREMOTE - THE REMOTE SOFTWARE...................................................... 38
8.1 GENERAL ......................................................................................................... 38
8.1.1 Start and end of program .................................................................................................... 39
8.1.2 Offline mode........................................................................................................................ 39
8.1.3 Online mode........................................................................................................................ 39
8.1.4 Start-Up Mode..................................................................................................................... 40
8.1.5 Help call............................................................................................................................... 41
8.1.6 Info window.......................................................................................................................... 41
8.1.7 Exit VIPremote..................................................................................................................... 41
8.2 AUDIO PROCESSING MODULE ............................................................................ 42
8.2.1 Basic information................................................................................................................. 42
8.2.2 Module: Input....................................................................................................................... 43
8.2.2.1 Input source............................................................................................................................... 43
8.2.2.2 Input Gain.................................................................................................................................. 43
8.2.2.3 Phantom Power......................................................................................................................... 44
8.2.3 Module: Subsonic................................................................................................................ 44
8.2.4 Module: Phase..................................................................................................................... 44
8.2.5 Module: De-esser................................................................................................................ 45
8.2.6 Module: Equalizer................................................................................................................ 46
8.2.7 Module: Expander ............................................................................................................... 47
8.2.8 Module: AGC....................................................................................................................... 48
8.2.9 Module: Compressor........................................................................................................... 49
8.2.10 Module: Delay.................................................................................................................. 50
8.2.11 Module: Reverb ............................................................................................................... 51
8.2.12 Module: Limiter ................................................................................................................ 52
8.3 PRESET MANAGEMENT ...................................................................................... 53
8.3.1 Overview.............................................................................................................................. 53
8.3.2 Setting presets..................................................................................................................... 54
8.3.2.1 Renaming presets...................................................................................................................... 54
8.3.2.2 Copying parameters between presets ....................................................................................... 54
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8.3.3 Saving and loading presets................................................................................................. 55
8.3.3.1 Saving to PC.............................................................................................................................. 55
8.3.3.2 Loading from the PC.................................................................................................................. 56
8.3.3.3 Saving to VIPdigital.................................................................................................................... 57
8.3.3.4 Saving to SmartCard ................................................................................................................. 57
8.3.3.5 Loading from VIPdigital.............................................................................................................. 58
8.3.4 Setting SmartCard presets.................................................................................................. 58
9TECHNICAL DRAWINGS/DESCRIPTIONS ..................................................... 59
9.1 TECHNICAL DATA.............................................................................................. 59
9.2 BLOCK DIAGRAM ............................................................................................... 60
9.3 PIN OUT TABLE................................................................................................. 61
9.4 GPI/GPO CIRCUIT EXAMPLES............................................................................ 62
10 UPDATING VIPDIGITAL TO 4.0.................................................................... 63
10.1 PRIOR TO BEGINNING.................................................................................... 63
10.2 INSTALLING THE NEW SOFTWARE................................................................... 63
10.3 CONNECT VIPDIGITAL TO THE COMPUTER...................................................... 63
10.4 PERFORMING THE FIRMWARE UPDATE ........................................................... 63
10.5 UPDATING PRESET FILES.............................................................................. 65
10.6 UPDATING SMARTCARDS.............................................................................. 65
10.7 COMPATIBILITY ............................................................................................ 66
10.7.1 Configuration files............................................................................................................ 66
10.7.2 Preset files....................................................................................................................... 66
10.8 CHECKING VERSION NUMBERS....................................................................... 66
11 TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................... 67
12 MISCELLANEOUS ........................................................................................ 68
12.1 WARRANTY.................................................................................................. 68
12.2 CE CONFORMITY DECLARATION..................................................................... 69
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1 BRIEF DESCRIPTION
VIPdigitalis a powerful digital voice processor.
Its advanced Sharc DSP technology and its algorithms especially optimized for speech give you more
power than any other mic processor you’ve encountered. It lets you tailor your talent’s voice with an
unprecedented arsenal of processing tools, then mates it perfectly with your station’s on-air audio
processing.
Reference class microphone amplifier, subsonic filter, phase rotator, de-esser, 4-band parametric EQ,
expander, AGC, compressor, limiter, reverb and delay -
VIPdigitaloffers all these tools in a compact 19“ format on only 1 HU.
Set all audio parameters conveniently in the VIPremote Windows software (included in the scope of
delivery) and save these as audio presets to a SmartCard or in the non-volatile memory of your
VIPdigital.
From the control room to the newsroom – from the
recording studio to the editing desk – each speaker
has always his personal VIPdigital presets with him
and may use his/her settings on each working
place equipped with VIPdigital by simply inserting
the SmartCard.
SmartCard stops the nonsense of using a more or
less suitable setting for everyone. Each
combination of voice, microphone and studio
environment requires individual settings to achieve
an optimum result.
Connect VIPdigital to your PC. VIPremote will then function like a “remote control” for your VIPdigital.
You will have a differentiated and convenient access to all audio editing parameters. The settings
made here will be transmitted immediately, i.e. can be heard at once.
A set of 100 presets can be saved as Internal Presets to your VIPdigital. They are available without
any PC. Reload them to your PC for further modification at any time.
Store up to 3 presets as individual settings for one speaker to the SmartCard.
For convenient backup on your PC, choose from 3 different file formats: Single Preset file, SmartCard
Preset file (3 presets and holder name) or Internal Preset file (100 presets).
Create as many preset files as you need. If required, you may take the factory settings as a starting
point for your settings.
Also, use the Windows software, VIPcon, included in the scope of delivery, to define basic system
configurations for your VIPdigital. Among other things, you may define the control inputs and the
control outputs here for a perfect integration of VIPdigital into your studio environment. VIPcon
provides a password protection and thus allows the rejection of access rights.
VIPdigital is the name for a most sophisticated, yet practical approach.
Other features in a few keywords:
-The analog input prvides 2 switchable input connectors. Connect different microphones or one
microphone and one headset. The respective source selection is stored in the preset and will
be performed when the SmartCard is inserted or a preset is selected
-Multiple analog and digital outputs
-Additional direct analog output (post input stage, e.g. selection for telephone hybrid)
-Digital AES/EBU input with SRC, also suitable for a synchronization with the house clock
-Latency less than 1.5 ms (and is thus included in the best of its class)
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2 PRIOR TO BEGINNING
2.1 Conventions used in the manual
2.1.1 Using the screen
This manual was prepared, using Adobe Acrobat.
To be able to use this manual, you must have Acrobat Reader 5.x or higher installed on your
computer. Acrobat Reader is contained on the supplied CD-ROM. Follow the installation instructions
from Adobe to install the Acrobat Reader. If you are not familiar with the use of Acrobat reader, use
the integrated Adobe Online Help.
We recommend the screen use of this manual. The file name is:
VIPd_manual.pdf
Double click on the file symbol on your Windows PC to open the manual.
Note: You may open this manual from the VIPdigital programs VIPcon and VIPremote by a help call
(HELP), provided the VIPd_manual.pdf file exists in the installation and/or program folder. This will be
the case after an execution of the normal installation routine.
Activate the navigation window and the bookmark view in Acrobat Reader.
The left screen margin shows the table of contents and provides an overview of the entire document.
Clicking on the plus (+) and/or minus (-) character allows you to decide how many sub-ordinated
headline levels are to be displayed.
Using a mouse click on the headline directly calls the appropriate text. The part of the table of contents
associated with the text which can just be viewed on the screen is highlighted. Thus, you may safely
navigate through the document.
Furthermore, the text contains numerous links. A link appears in blue color and is underscored.
Moving the mouse pointer over a link changes the pointer signal to a pointing hand (hand with an
extended forefinger). Now, click on the link to directly call the part of the text and/or the headline to
which the link refers to.
For quick navigation, Acrobat Reader provides convenient tools for paging, jumping
backwards/forwards, toggling between the different view options etc.
Some links refer to our website (www.yellowtec.com). If your PC system is equipped appropriately,
you may establish an Internet connection to our website by clicking on one of these links.
2.1.2 Printout
If you prefer working with paper to working with the screen, you may print out the PDF manual. The
page layout is designed for the DIN A4 paper format. The detailed table of contents appears at the
start of the printout so that you are safely guided through the document even in the hardcopy version.
If a printout is not made in colour, the links can be identified only by their underscores. Except for
links, underscores are normally only used for special information such as Note: and/or Important: so
that the links can also be identified in a black/white printout.
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2.2 Unpacking
VIPdigital is delivered in a carton. Unpack the carton carefully. Remember the environment and
dispose of the parts of foamed material and the cartons separately.
2.3 Scope of delivery
The VIPdigital scope of delivery includes:
1. VIPdigital, 19“/1HU unit
2. Serial interconnecting cable to the computer (RS232)
3. Mains cable (not for all countries)
4. YELLOWTEC CD-ROM with software and documentation
5. YELLOWTEC SmartCard®(1 piece)
6. “Getting Started“ brochure
Check whether the scope of delivery is complete. Please contact your dealer directly in the case of
questions.
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2.4 Safety instructions
1. Before installation or operation of equipment read all safety instructions warnings and
operating instructions.
2. Heed all warnings on the equipment.
3. Follow the operating instructions.
4. The equipment may only be used for the purpose described in the operation instructions.
5. Keep operating instructions for future reference.
6. Never use the equipment in the immediate vicinity of water. Ensure that water or damp cannot
get into the equipment.
7. Only install or fit the equipment in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations.
8. Ensure adequate ventilation when installing.
9. Never install or fit the equipment in the immediate vicinity of sources of heat such as boilers,
heating units and other equipment which generates heat. (Including amplifiers and other
electronic equipment.)
10. When connecting to a power supply ensure that it is the correct voltage and only use cables
as specified by the manufacturer in the operating instructions, or, as shown on the connector
panel of the equipment.
11. Only connect the equipment to a legally approved, earthed, mains power supply.
12. Position the power cable or cord in such a way that it cannot be walked upon or come into
contact with any object or thing that could damage the cable or cord. Attention should be given
to the point where the cable is attached to the equipment, and, where the cable connects to
the approved supply.
13. Ensure that foreign objects and liquids cannot get into the equipment.
14. Only clean the equipment as recommended by the manufacturer.
15. Disconnect the power cable or cord from the power supply if the equipment will be out of use
for a prolonged period.
16. In any situation where an incident occurs which could render the equipment unsafe, for
example
· damage to the power cable or cord
· entry of foreign objects or liquids (including water) into the equipment
· the equipment has been dropped or the casing has been damaged in any way
· any apparent change in performance
have the equipment checked immediately by a person technically qualified to make such
checks.
17. Never carry out any work on the equipment other than as specified in the operating manual.
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3 Getting started with VIPdigital
3.1 Electrical connection
Connect VIPdigital to your local power supply. VIPdigital is equipped with a switched-mode power
supply unit and can be operated on 90 to 240 V AC without any transfer.
Always follow the local safety regulations! Also, read the safety information below!
3.2 Activation
Switch on the power supply of the unit, using the power switch on the back panel. The Function
Display briefly shows VIPdigital, followed by the version identification of the firmware loaded. Your
VIPdigital is now ready for operation.
Please note that VIPdigital can only be deenergized by the power switch on the rear side of the
unit! Disconnect the mains plug before opening the housing in each case!
3.3 Using internal presets
VIPdigital has a non-volatile memory which stores up to 100 Presets.
If no SmartCard has been inserted, one of the three Preset Recall memories is active. This is signalled
by the corresponding LED above the (black) Preset Recall buttons.
First of all, make yourself familiar with the preset functions. Press the Preset Recall buttons to select
the three available presets directly. The active preset is shown by a LED above the respective button.
The upper line of the display shows Internal Preset and the number of the selected presets; its name
appears in the lower line.
There is a capacity of storing 100 presets in the unit. Use the to define which of them should be
accessible via the three buttons on the front panel.
Note: As a default the first 3 Presets are assigned to the 3 Preset Recall buttons. You can define a
different assignation using the green Enter button. User defined Preset to Preset Recall button
assignment is stored in a cap-buffered RAM for approx. 24 hrs. after the unit has been switched off.
3.4 Using SmartCard
Note: There are no presets stored on the
YELLOWTEC SmartCard which is supplied with the
unit. Refer to Chapter VIPremote – THE REMOTE
SOFTWARE for learning how to save data to your
SmartCard.
Inserting a new SmartCard or a SmartCard with
non-valid data (e.g. data from the previous version)
causes an error message on the VIPdigital display:
WRONG CARD or FAULTY CARD.
If valid data have been stored on your SmartCard:
Insert a YELLOWTEC SmartCardinto the card slot.
Please make sure that the gray double arrow of the
card is on the top, pointing to the front to the unit
(the chip is upside down).
Once the card has been inserted, the LED of the previous selected preset button will blink to indicate
that the SmartCard has been detected, but none of its presets were loaded. At this time, the current
preset is still active.
The three Preset Recall buttons allow an access to the three presets stored on the SmartCard. Select
one of the three card presets. The display now shows the name of the card holder in the upper line and
the name of the preset below.
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Once the SmartCard has been removed, the LED of the preset loaded last will blink again to indicate
a new access to the internal preset. At this time, the preset loaded last by the SmartCard will be
active. Press one of the three buttons to load an internal preset.
Note: Use the VIPcon configuration software to configure VIPdigital for an alternative option of
SmartCard reading: Then a SmartCard preset will be activated as soon as the Card in inserted.
As another option SmartCard reading may be disabled.
3.5 The Enter button
The green Enter button switches the unit temporarily to the Enter mode. Here, different global system
options of your VIPdigital which are independent of the preset loaded may be set. Among others, this
includes the upper level indicator, an assignment of the three presets which can be loaded
immediately on the front panel as well as the display contrast.
Keeping the Enter button pressed causes VIPdigital to show the Enter mode by a fast blinking of the
LED above the key. If no other entries are made, the mode will be terminated after some seconds and
VIPdigital will again be in the normal operating mode. Refer to the chapter Unit Description for more
details, reading the topic The Enter Mode.
3.6 First audio connections
If you not only wish to view, but also wish to listen for a short test how the presets are functioning, you
may apply an analog signal with line level (CD player, mixer output etc., preferably speech) to Analog
Input 1.
In first line, VIPdigital is a processor for microphone signals. However, the internal presets have been
configured with a gain of 0 dB in the delivery state for reasons of safety to avoid feedback and
unintentional loud levels during the first setup. In addition, the phantom power is deactivated in the
default presets.
Of course, you may adapt the gain to your individual needs later at any time, using the VIPremote
Windows software.
The following is the recommended procedure for a short test setup:
1) Connect the analog line source to the XLR Analog Input 1 on the back panel of the unit.
2) Connect the Analog Left Out/Right Out analog outputs to the line inputs of a mixer or a
monitor unit.
3) Alternately press the Preset Recall buttons1, 2 and 3 and note the differences in sound.
Note that the audio level of your test signal is relevant. The settings of some audio modules e.g.
compressor and expander are related to the input level. You can check the input level tendency on the
upper LED-segment level indicator on the frontpanel of the unit.
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4 UNIT DESCRIPTION
4.1 Front panel
4.1.1 Remote Control RJ12 (1)
This socket is a serial RS232 interface in the RJ12 connector
format which can alternately be used for the RS232 interface on
the back panel.
It is offered to connect a VIPdigital installed in the rack to your
PC. Thus, you will always have a quick access to permanently
installed units, using a laptop for example.
Contact your dealer for an adapter on a 9-pin D-sub connector
as an accessory to connect PCs with the traditional serial
interface sockets.
All functions are identical with the Remote Control D-Sub connector on the back panel.
Refer to PinOut Table in the chapter TECHNICAL DRAWINGS/DESCRIPTIONS for an assignment of
the connector.
4.1.2 Level Indicators (2)
Two bent LED instruments each with 9 segments can be found
here.
The upper instrument optionally indicates the input or output
level of the processor. The Meter Mode menu item can be used
in the Enter mode for a transfer; the current type of display
(input or output) is shown by 2 LEDs below the instrument.
There is a reference-level mark in between the 6. and 7.
segment (level tendency meter).
The lower LED instrument shows the level reduction performed
by the dynamic functions of the processor in relation to the input
level. The 0 dB position of this instrument is on the right side (all
LEDs off).
On the right side of the two LED instruments there are two other individual LEDs:
-NT (network technology) will light up when the unit is controlled in real time by your PC via the
VIPremote software.
-Ph will light up when the phantom power of the selected input is activated.
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4.1.3 Function Display (3)
This display is designed to show the active preset as
well as the different menu options in the Enter Mode.
If one of the internal presets is active, the upper line of
the display will show Internal Preset followed by its
number and the lower line will show its name. When a
SmartCard is inserted in the Card Slot, the upper
display line will show the name of the card holder, while the
name of the internal presets still active can be viewed in the
lower line. At the same time, the LED of the active Preset button
will blink. If one of the presets on the SmartCard is loaded by
pressing a Preset Recall button, the lower line of the display will
show the name of the SmartCard preset now activated.
Note: Use the VIPcon configuration software to configure
VIPdigital for an alternative option of SmartCard reading: Then a
SmartCard preset will be activated as soon as the Card in
inserted.
If the Enter Mode is activated by pressing the green Enter key,
the display is used for guiding the user through the different
options of this mode.
4.1.4 Preset Recall (4)
These three buttons are designed to select the active preset. If
no SmartCard is inserted, the buttons are used to load three
pre-defined presets. Which of the three presets of the VIPdigital
these are, can be defined freely, using the Assign Preset menu
item in the Enter mode (green button).
If a SmartCardinserted, use the Preset Recall buttons to directly
select the three presets stored on the card.
A red LED exists above each of the three buttons to indicate
that the respective preset is active. If a SmartCard is inserted or
removed, the LED of the preset loaded last will blink. In this way
the processor indicates that the current preset is still active, but
the new storage medium (internal memory or SmartCard) is
read out when the Preset Recall button is pressed next.
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4.1.5 Enter (5)
The Enter button activates the Enter Mode for configuring
different processor functions independently of the presets.
Pressing the button causes the display to show select ACTION
in its upper line and ESCAPE below it. At the same time, the
LED of the Enter button will blink. If no other entry is made, the
mode will be terminated after a few seconds, and VIPdigital
returns to the normal operating mode. Turning the Selector
button on the right side of the Enter button selects the different
menu options of the Enter mode. Refer to the section Enter
Mode for detailed information.
4.1.6 Selector (6)
The Selector is a rotary transducer used for selecting and
setting the menu options in the Enter Mode. It has an additional
pressing function which is identical to the function of the Enter
key. Therefore, you may also call the Enter mode by pressing
the Selector and select menu items there in the same way.
(Refer to the Enter Mode).
4.1.7 Card Slot (7)
The card slot is exclusively designed for an
acceptance of the SmartCard provided for
VIPdigital. Do not use no other storage media.
Please note that the gray double arrow of the
card points upwards as shown in the figure on the
right side, and points to the front to the unit (the
chip is on the bottom).
Note: There are no presets stored on the
YELLOWTEC SmartCard which is supplied with
the unit. Refer to Chapter VIPremote – THE
REMOTE SOFTWARE for learning how to save
data to your SmartCard.
Inserting a new SmartCard or a SmartCard with
non-valid data (e.g. data from the previous
version) will cause an error message on the
VIPdigital display: WRONG CARD or
FAULTY CARD.
When a SmartCard with valid datais inserted in the Card Slot, the upper display line will show the
name of the card holder, while the name of the internal preset still active can be viewed in the lower
line. At the same time, the LED of the Exit Preset button will blink. If one of the presets on the Smart
Card is loaded by pressing the Preset Recall button, the lower line of the display will show the name
of the display will show the name of the card preset now activated.
Note: Use the VIPcon configuration software to configure VIPdigital for an alternative option of
SmartCard reading: Then a SmartCard preset will be activated as soon as the Card in inserted.
As another option you can disable SmartCard reading.
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4.2 The Enter Mode
Optionally, the Enter mode is activated with the green Enter key or by pressing the rotary Selector
button arranged on its rights side. In this mode different processor functions which are independent of
the preset selection may be configured and can be accessed via a menu system (see below).
Pressing the button causes the display to show select ACTION in its upper line and ESCAPE below it.
At the same time, the LED of the Enter key will blink. Turning the Selector button calls the different
menu options in the Enter mode. Having selected the desired menu item, you may activate it by
pressing Enter again or using the Selector. Now, the selected parameter may be edited by turning the
Selector.
Note: If VIPdigital, after an activation of the Enter mode, does not register an entry for approximately 5
seconds, the Enter mode is exited automatically and the unit is returned to the normal operating mode.
4.2.1 Assign Preset
In the default state the first three internal Presets stored in VIPdigital can be directly selected on the
front panel, using the Preset Recall buttons 1, 2 and 3.
This function can be used to change the selection.
1) Remove a possibly inserted SmartCardand press the Preset Recall button to which a new
preset is to be assigned.
2) Press the green Enter key or the Selector button to change to the Enter mode. The display
shows the select ACTION and ESCAPE below it.
3) Turn the Selector clockwise to call the ASSIGN PRESET menu item.
4) Acknowledge the selection by pressing the Enter key or the Selector.
5) Turn the Selector to select the preset which is to be assigned to the Preset Recall button
selected in 1). The corresponding LED will blink.
6) Acknowledge the assignment by pressing the newly defined Preset Recall button. The LED
will now light continuously. The upper line shows the number of the newly assigned preset, the
lower line its name.
7) Exit the Enter mode by changing to the ESCAPE menu item and pressing the Enter key or
simply wait until the Enter mode is exited automatically.
Note: This function may be disabled as a part of the VIPdigital configuration. Refer to VIPcon – The
Configuration Software.
Note: An Assign Preset setting is stored in a cap-buffered RAM for approx. 24 hrs. after the unit has
been switched off. After this time VIPdigital will return to the default setting.
4.2.2 Meter Mode
This menu item allows the upper Level Indicator to toggle between the display of the input and output
level independent from the setting loaded by the VIPcon configuration software. Proceed as follows:
1) Press the green Enter button or the Selector button to change to the Enter mode. The display
shows the select ACTION message and ESCAPE below it.
2) Turn the Selector clockwise until the METER MODE menu item is called.
3) Acknowledge the selection by pressing the Enter key or the Selector.
4) Switch over the level instrument by turning the Selector between Input Meter and Output
Meter. The appropriate status LED below Level Indicator will light up.
5) Wait for some seconds until the Enter mode is exited, or press ENTER to change to a higher
level in the menu system to select another menu item.
Note: A Meter Mode setting is stored in a cap-buffered RAM for approx. 24 hrs. after the unit has been
switched off. After this time VIPdigital will return to the setting loaded by VIPcon .
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4.2.3 State
This menu item is exclusively designed to display the valid scan rate (44.1 or 48 kHz). Entries are not
possible here. Proceed as follows:
1) Press the green Enter button or the Selector button to change to the Enter mode. The display
shows the select ACTION message and ESCAPE below it.
2) Turn the Selector clockwise until the STATE menu item is called.
3) Acknowledge the selection by pressing the Enter key or the Selector. Read the displayed scan
rate.
4) Wait for some seconds until the Enter mode is exited automatically, or press ENTER to
change to a higher level in the menu system to select another menu item.
4.2.4 Contrast
This option is designed for setting the display contrast. The control range is 0 to 100 %. Proceed as
follows:
1) Press the green Enter button or the Selector button to change to the Enter mode. The display
shows the select ACTION message and ESCAPE below it.
2) Turn the Selector clockwise until the CONTRAST menu item is called.
3) Acknowledge the selection by pressing the Enter button or the Selector. Turn the Selector until
the display has a contrast which is convenient for you. View the display in a view angle which
is also relevant in later applications.
4) Wait for some seconds until the Enter mode is exited automatically, or press ENTER to
change to a higher level in the menu system to select another menu item.
Note: A contrast setting is stored in a cap-buffered RAM for approx. 24 hrs. after the unit has been
switched off. After this time VIPdigital will return to the default setting (100%).
4.2.5 Escape
This option is designed to exit the Enter mode. Turn the Selector to select a menu item and press the
Enter key or the Selector. The Enter mode is exited, and the LED above the Enter key extinguishes.
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4.3 Back panel
4.3.1 Power supply
(A)
On the left side of the back panel there is an inlet connector for non-heating apparatus for the power
supply and a power switch. Connect your VIPdigital to your local power supply. The unit is equipped
with a switched-mode power supply and can be operated on 90-240V AC 50-60Hz without any
transfer.
Always follow the local safety regulations! Also, read the safety information below!
Please note that VIPdigital is only deenergized via the power switch on the rear side of the unit!
Disconnect the mains plug prior to opening the housing in each case!
4.3.2 Audio connections
VIPdigital is a digital signal processor with a mono-input and stereo-outputs. The selection of the
active input (Analog In 1, Analog In 2, Digital L or Digital R) is a parameter of the selected preset,
created with the VIPremote software.
Adapting VIPdigital input and output reference levels to the studio environment can be set within the
VIPcon configuration software using the Input Levels and Output Levels options.
Additional gain settings of the analog and digital signal inputs incl. microphone pre-amplification can
be performed in real time, using the Input Module of the VIPremote software.
All signal outputs can be used simultaneously.
Refer to the chapter Technical Drawings/ Descriptions, sections Technical Data and PinOut Table for
details on the audio connections.
4.3.2.1 Analog In 1 and 2
(Con 3 / Con 4)
The two electronically balanced analog inputs in the XLR format are suitable for a connection of both
microphones and high-level line signal sources. The gain of the inputs and the switching of phantom
power for microphone operation are controlled in real time by the Input Module of the VIPremote
software. These settings are part of the selected preset.
The reference level of the input can be set using the Input Levels control within the VIPcon
configuration software.
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4.3.2.2 Analog Left Out and Right Out
(Con 5 / Con 6)
These two electronically balanced analog outputs in the XLR format provide the stereo-output signals
of the processor at line level. The reference of the analog outputs can be set using the Output Levels
control within the VIPcon configuration software.
Note: VIPdigital is a one-channel design. Only the Reverb Module in VIPremote produces a stereo
signal. In all other cases audio signal of left and right channel are identical.
4.3.2.3 Analog Hybrid-Out
(Con 7)
This electronically balanced analog output in the XLR format provides the audio signal tapped after the
Input Module of VIPremote. The reference level of this output can be set, using the Output Levels
control within the VIPcon configuration software.
The hybrid output transmits the “dry” input signal of the processor after a source selection and a level
adaptation, but before the subsequent “effect” signal processing with EQ, compressor and other
modules. This is designed to make an uncompressed and unprocessed signal available for a
connected telephone hybrid.
4.3.2.4 Digital AES/EBU-Sync/In
(Con 8)
This digital input corresponds to the AES/EBU standard and can be used as an audio signal input as
well as an external synchronization input. Since VIPdigital exclusively processes a single-channel
input signal, please decide on which of the two signals (L or R) of the two-channel AES/EBU input is to
be processed. Use the input select options of the Input Module within the VIPremote software.
The reference level i.e. headroom setting for this input can be set using the Input Levels control within
the VIPcon configuration software.
The Synchronisation option within the VIPcon configuration software allows a definition as whether
VIPdigital is to synchronized internally or to be synchronized externally via the digital signal (AES/EBU
audio signal or AES/EBU blank frame) applied to this socket. Since the digital input is equipped with a
sample rate converter, the processor may be internally synchronized even if digital audio signals are
processed.
4.3.2.5 Digital AES/EBU-Out
(Con 9)
This digital output complies with the AES/EBU standard and provides the stereo-output signals of the
processor. The reference level of the digital outputs can be set, using the Output Levels control within
the VIPcon configuration software.
The reference level i.e. headroom setting for this output can be set using the Output Levels control
within the VIPcon configuration software.
Note: VIPdigital is a one-channel design. Only the Reverb Module in VIPremote produces a real stereo
signal. In all other cases audio signal of left and right channel are identical.
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4.3.3 Remote Control
4.3.3.1 Remote Control D-Sub
(Con 1)
This serial interface is a 9-pin D-sub connector (DB9). This socket can alternately be used for the
Remote Control RJ-12 connector on the front panel.
Use this port for connecting your Windows PC. Refer to the Connection to the computer for details.
Refer to the chapter Technical Drawings/ Descriptions, Pin Out Table, for the pin assignment.
4.3.3.2 Control-Out/In
(Con 2)
This control interface is designed as a 15-pin D-sub connector (DB15) and includes trigger outputs
and inputs (GPOs and GPIs) for external control tasks. Refer to the following chapter for more details
and to the chapter Technical Drawings/ Descriptions, Pin Out Table, for the pin assignment.
4.3.3.3 Technical data Control-Out/In (GPO/GPI)
GPO : The outputs are of the OPEN COLLECTOR type.
If the output is active, it will establish a low impedance connection to 0V. In the non-active state it has
a high resistance.
Connect only loads whose current is limited to a maximum of 50mA and whose voltage is within the
range of 0V...30V.
For simple control application VIPdigital can provide the 5V and 12V auxiliary voltages which can be
used for such purposes with restrictions.
IMPORTANT: A maximum of 100mA may be taken from the auxiliary voltages. Do not use these
auxiliary voltages to control loads which might cause electrical interferences return to the unit. The
same applies for the cables connected to these ports.
DO NOT TRANSMIT THE AUXILIARY VOLTAGES OVER LONG CABLE WAYS. IMPROPER
HANDLING OF THE AUXILIARY VOLTAGES OR A SHORT CIRCUIT MAY RESULT IN
FUNCTIONAL FAULTS OR DAMAGE TO YOUR VIPdigital.
GPI: The inputs are C-MOS compatible.
If the input is to be activated, a connection must be established to 0V, or a voltage less than +1V must
be applied.
If the input remains open or a voltage +3.5V...+12V is applied, the input will not be active.
IMPORTANT: Only voltages within the range of 0V...+12V (absolute maximum +15V) may be applied.
NON-COMPLIANCE WITH THE ADMISSIBLE INPUT VOLTAGE MAY RESULT IN FUNCTIONAL
FAULTS AND DAMAGE TO YOUR VIPdigital.
Note: Refer to the GPI/GPO Circuit Examples in the chapter TECHNICAL DRAWINGS/
DESCRIPTIONS for connection examples.
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5 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
For the installation of the software package for VIPdigital a PC running Windows 95 or higher is
required.
We recommend to delete or relocate short cuts which belong to the older version(s) of the VIPdigital
software. This can avoid the unintentional use of an older program version instead of the current
version.
5.1 Installation from the CD-ROM
Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the CD drive of your PC and start
the SETUP.EXE installation routine. The software will guide you
through the installation process conveniently.
All required data is copied to your computer. Parameters of your
computer will not be modified.
5.2 Installation from a ZIP-file
If you receive the VIPdigital software as a ZIP file (e.g. as a download from our website
http://www.yellowtec.com/), you can open the ZIP file using the software WinZip (which should be
installed on your Windows PC as a part of Windows). Normally WinZip is started by double clicking a
ZIP file.
WinZip will extract all files into a new folder. Find the SETUP.EXE file in this folder.
A double click on SETUP.EXE starts the installation program, which will lead you automatically
through the installation process. If required a new folder and new short cuts will be created during the
installation process.
The update of your Windows PC is finished when SETUP.EXE is completed.
5.3 Info: The main software components of VIPdigital
Application file name location function
VIPcon VIPcon.exe Windows PC enter and transfer basic configuration/
perform firmware updates
VIPremote VIPremote.exe Windows PC remote control of sound parameters/
create sound presets
VIP Firmware VIPfirmw402.vup 19“ Unit 19” Unit firmware, DSP program file
(*402* stands for version number 4.02, may differ when using other versions)
Application ... creates ... file type file name ending
VIPcon configuration file VIPdigital Configuration file .DVP
VIPremote internal preset file VIPdigital Presets (100 presets) .VIP
VIPremote SmartCard preset file VIPdigital Presets (3 presets) .VSM
VIPremote preset file VIPdigital Single Preset .VPR
Only by using all 3 components of the current program version (VIPcon, VIPremote and VIP Firmware)
the whole functional range of VIPdigital can be achieved.
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