DFC3D - Audio Console AMS Neve - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Digital Film Console (Audio Console)
Brand	AMS Neve
Model	DFC3D
Category	Audio Console
Rack Units	SPS Rack 7U / 13U, Encore Processor Rack 4U, MIOS Rack 4U, Monitor Facilities Rack 3U, AES I/O Unit 2U
Dimensional Variations	Modular baskets: 8, 16, and 24 channel sections; overall width calculated from basket sizes and side trims
Cable Lengths	CAT6 digital communication up to 80 m; AES/EBU up to 100 m
Audio Connectivity	56-pin Varicon, XLR (balanced), MADI optical/coaxial, AES/EBU
Machine Control	5x Sony 9-pin ports (RS-422), 1x ES/2 synchroniser port (DA15), Services port (DB25)
Synchronisation	AES SYNC, Word Clock In/Out, Video reference, Timecode, internal reference
Mains Power	Auto voltage sensing; 10A IEC (7U) / 16A IEC (13U); recommended UPS
Power Consumption	SPS 13U: 800W, SPS 7U: 600W, Encore: 400W, MIOS: 180W, MON FAC: 90W, AES I/O: 60W
Cooling	Fan-cooled racks (Encore, MIOS, AES I/O); ambient below 30°C; free airflow front-to-back
Rack Mounting	19" cabinet, min 700mm depth, support rails for >3U units
Weight (approx)	SPS 7U: 51 kg, SPS 13U: 62 kg, Encore: 30 kg, MIOS: 21 kg, MON FAC: 15 kg, AES I/O: 9 kg
Static Precautions	Conductive workbench, no synthetic clothing, avoid static-sensitive device damage
Installation Type	Engineered installation by AMS Neve service engineer or authorised representative
Protection	Safety earth studs, high earth leakage >3.5mA, mains earth must not be disconnected
Maintenance	No special cleaning mentioned; avoid blocking ventilation slots; remove dust cover before powering up

Frequently Asked Questions - DFC3D AMS Neve

What power requirements does the DFC3D system have?

The system should be powered from an on-line uninterruptible power supply (UPS). Check that the voltage selector on the rear of the Relay Control Unit is correct. Most rack units are auto voltage sensing. The 7U rack requires a 10A IEC input, while the 13U rack requires a 16A IEC input. Maximum consumption: SPS 13U 800W, SPS 7U 600W, Encore 400W, MIOS 180W.

How long can the cables be between the console and racks?

The maximum length of CAT6 network cable between the console and racks is 80 meters for guaranteed operation. For AES/EBU interconnections, the operational length can be up to 100 meters with 110Ω cable. Always use point-to-point connections, not a LAN.

What synchronization connections are provided on the SPS rack?

The SPS rack provides AES SYNC IN, WCK IN (Word Clock), WCK OUT, VIDEO A, and TIMECODE IN/OUT. The system can operate from any of these external references or from its internal reference, selectable by the user.

Can the console be powered up with the dust cover in place?

No, the console must not be powered up or operated with the dust cover in place. Ensure ventilation slots are not blocked, allowing free convection of air through the console.

How should the rack units be mounted in a cabinet?

Install the racks in a 19-inch cabinet with access to the front and rear. A minimum depth of 700mm is required for cable and connector clearances. Use intermediate chassis support rails for all units over 3U. Provide ventilation panels to allow free airflow from front to back.

What are the machine control ports and how are they used?

There are five Sony 9-pin (RS-422) machine control ports (#1 to #5) and a DA15 port (#6) for connecting an ES/2 synchroniser. A Services Port (DB25) provides tallies for relay control. These ports use screened twisted-pair cables with 360° EMC back-shells.

Is it possible to change the audio I/O configuration after delivery?

The I/O configuration is set at the factory so the SPS rack knows exactly which I/O is on each MADI stream. If you need to change it, you must contact AMS Neve so that the configuration software can be updated. Swapping I/O units without a software change is not possible.

What precautions should be taken with static sensitive devices?

Handle static-sensitive devices on a conductive workbench maintained at earth potential. Wear cotton or linen clothing, not synthetic materials. Do not handle devices by their leads. Store components in conductive antistatic bags or foam containers. Avoid freshly processed photocopies near the area.

What should be done if the system does not power up?

Before power-up, check that the mains voltage selector on the Relay Control Unit is correct and that the mains fuse rating matches the equipment label. Ensure power cables are properly connected to the respective IEC inlets. Always follow the initial checks in the manual; if the issue persists, contact an authorised AMS Neve engineer.

What is the maximum operating ambient temperature for the system?

The racks can operate without specific air conditioning provided the ambient air is maintained below 30 degrees centigrade and there is free airflow through the rack from front to back. Fan-cooled units, such as the Encore and MIOS, are quiet but should not be sited in noise-critical environments.

USER MANUAL DFC3D AMS Neve

DFC3D

Installation Guide

Issue 1

1999 -2017 AMS Neve Limited own the copyright of all information and drawings contained in this manual which are not to be copied or reproduced by any means or disclosed in part or whole to any third party without written permission.

As part of our policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to alter specifications without notice but with due regard to all current legislation.

Disclaimer: The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate at the time of publication; however, no responsibility is taken by us for inaccuracies, errors or omissions nor any liability assumed for any loss or damage resulting either directly or indirectly from use of the information contained within it.

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INSTALLING DFC3D

4

Important Note

4

Static Sensitive Devices – Handling Precautions

5

Cable Lengths

6

Rack Mounting

7

Cooling

7

Technical Earth

7

Safety Earth

7

Mains Power

9

Console Data

10

Rack Data

10

Console Module Installation

11

Master Chanbase

11

Joystick

11

Connecting the System

11

Sync Connections

11

Audio Signals

11

Automation Connections

11

Console to Racks Audio Interconnect

12

XLR Pin Outs

12

Audio Signals

12

ADC, DAC & AES Varicon connectors

12

Console Interface Panels

13

Audio I/O - IMPORTANT NOTE

13

Console Connections - where analogue monitor LS board present

13

Console Interface Panel Varicons

14

Notes on the SPS MADI Ports and I/O Devices

15

Optical / Coaxial connectors

15

Machine Control Ports #1 to #5

16

Machine Control Port #2 & #4

17

Machine Control Port #6

18

Services Port

19

SPS Rack 7U model (single-engine system)

20

SPS Rack 13U model (single or dual-engine system)

20

Encore Processor Rack

22

MIOS Rack

23

MIOS Full

23

MIOS Lite

23

GP Inputs (not available on MIOS Lite)

25

GP Outputs (not available on MIOS Lite)

26

MON FAC (Monitor Facilities Panel)

27

DFC Control IN

27

Multichannel AES I/O Unit

28

AES-EBU IN 1-24 – Standard I/O

29

AES-EBU OUT 1-24 Standard I/O 30

AUX AES-EBU IN 25-56, Optional Expansion 1 or 2 cards 31

AUX AES-EBU OUT 25-56, Optional Expansion 3 or 4 cards 32

Connector: J6 33

Connectors J11 & J 12 – Relay Output 34

Connector J4 36

INSTALLING DFC3D

Important Note

The following could affect your warranty:

• The connection, initial power-up, and commissioning of the system must be carried out by an AMS Neve Service engineer or an Authorised Representative or Distributor. If any attempt has been made by the customer to connect or power-up the system, this could invalidate the manufacturer's warranty.
• Failure to follow these procedures and recommendations could invalidate the manufacturer's warranty.
• Please note that modules, cards or cables should not be “hot-plugged” (i.e. inserted or removed with the power on). Hot-plugging can stress the interface components which may lead to failure. Items returned for repair with this kind of damage are not covered under warranty.
• Please check carefully the packages you have been supplied. If there is a shortage or evidence that any item has suffered transit damage then inform the carrier and AMS Neve as soon as possible.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO POWER UP THE SYSTEM. IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT THAT THE FOLLOWING CHECKS ARE CARRIED OUT PRIOR TO SWITCH-ON.

Initial Checks

√ Refer to the correct procedures, described overleaf, when handling static sensitive devices
√ Remove the transit packing carefully and check for any signs of shipment damage
√ Ensure all keys on the keyboard are free from any packing material

Static Sensitive Devices – Handling Precautions

Introduction

This Specification details the precautions to be used for the Protection of Semi-Conductor Devices.

Static Charge build up in humans, tools, fixtures etc. could appear as a voltage difference applied between the leads of a device, leaving either immediate or latent damage.

Component and Package Identification from AMS Neve Limited

Containers and Packages holding Semi-Conductive Devices from AMS Neve Limited will be suitably marked.

Approved containers consist of:

• A rigid plastic container lined with conductive foam.
• A conductive plastic bag of a size adequate to completely contain the item.

General Precautions

• Personnel handling these devices must not wear outer clothing which will generate a static charge. Cotton or linen is preferred. Wool frequently contains man made additives. Nylon or man made fibre outer garments or dust coats must not be worn.
• Freshly xeroxed/photostat copies can hold a substantial static charge and should be kept well away from static sensitive devices.
• All bench surfaces where these devices are handled must be conductive and maintained at earth potential.
  • Before removing a device from the protective material, personnel must be adequately earthed. The device should not be handled by its leads.

STATIC SENSITIVE DEVICES TO BE RETURNED TO AMS NEVE LIMITED

All containers and packages containing semi-conductive devices should be suitably marked with a warning ‘STATIC SENSITIVE’. Approved containers consist of:

√ A rigid plastic container lined with conductive foam
√ A conductive plastic bag of a size adequate to completely contain the item

Cable Lengths

The maximum length of the digital communication cable (CAT6 network cable) between the console and the racks which can be guaranteed to work is 80 meters.

The supply and installation of the CAT6 cable (terminated with RJ45 connectors) from the Rack Room to the Console Surface location must be supplied and installed by the customer in advance of the installation.

Care must be taken to avoid sharp kinks in the cable and runs in the proximity of interfering signals. The connection from Rack to Console must be point to point – NOT PART OF A LOCAL AREA NETWORK.

Cabling for Mouse, Keyboard and Monitor to the Encore PC (or supply of KVM switch) is the responsibility of the customer

When making cables as specified later in this document, where screened cables are specified, it is important that these are used to maintain EMC compliance.

Please note that AMS Neve AES/EBU interfaces comply with the BBC AES/EBU specification. This includes operational lengths of interconnecting cable of up to 100 meters.

AES/EBU cable characteristic impedance - 110ohm +/- 20%.

Rack Mounting

The rack units should be installed in a 19" cabinet with access to the front and rear. A rack depth of 700mm minimum is required for clearance of cabling and connectors. Ventilation panels must be provided to allow a free flow of air both across the rack and from the front to the back. It is recommended that intermediate chassis support rails are used to provide rear support for all units over 3U.

Cooling

No specific air conditioning is required for the racks, provided that there is a free flow of air through the rack from front to back, and that the ambient air is maintained be low 30 degrees centigrade.

Therefore it is an installation requirement that all racks are mounted horizontally.

• Any MIOS racks are fan cooled and it is recommended that it should not be sited in noise critical environments.
• As the Encore Processor Unit, MIOS units and Multichannel AES I/O Units are fan cooled, it is recommended that they should not be sited in noise critical environments.
- Console ventilation slots should not be blocked and air should be free to convect through the console.
• The console must not be powered up or operated with the dust cover in place.

Technical Earth

To comply with safety regulations, all AMS Neve systems are supplied with the mains cable connected to the system chassis.

It is the customer's responsibility to comply with the local safety regulations; but it is normal practice, after connecting the system to technical earth to remove the 0V to chassis links.

The mains earth connection to the power supplies must not be disconnected.

Safety Earth

Some components of this system are designated high earth leakage (>3.5mA from Live to Earth) this means that an earth connection is essential to ensure the safety of the equipment.

If this is the case the equipment will be labelled adjacent to the safety earth stud.

Separate earth studs are provided on the equipment which can be strapped together with green/yellow cable of 1.25mm² or greater.

These should be taken to a guaranteed secure earth point within the installation.

The reason for this is to guarantee the safety of the equipment even if the safety earth within the mains supply cable should become detached.

Rack Type	U	Depth mm (inches)	Height mm (inches)	Approx weight kg (lbs)
Encore	4	460 (18)	178 (7)	30 (66)
SPS Rack	7	605 (23 3/4 )	310 (12 1/4 )	51 (112)
	13	572 (22 1/2 )	570 (22 1/2 )	62 (132)
MIOS Rack	4	490 (19)	178 (7)	21 (46)
Monitor Facilities Rack (MON FAC)	3	133 (10)	133.5 (5 1/4 )	15 (34)
AES I/O unit	2	425 (17)	89 (3 1/2 )	9 (20)

Mains Power

AMS Neve recommends that the system is powered from an on-line un-interruptable power supply.

Typical power consumption given below is based on fully populated racks.

Check that the voltage selector on the rear of the Relay Control Unit is set to the correct operating voltage.

All other rack units are auto voltage sensing.

The input voltage range and fuse rating are engraved on the equipment label on the rear of the PSU.

The 13U rack only requires 16A IEC input. The 7U rack requires 10A IEC.

System Racks	Power Consumption Rack
Encore Processor Rack	400
SPS Rack	13U - 800
	7U - 600
MIOS Rack	180
Relay Control Unit	20
Monitor Facilities Rack (MON FAC)	90
Multichannel AES I/O Unit	60

Please see Page 20 in this document for drawings of the rear of the 7U and 13U racks.

Console Data

DFC consoles are built from modular sections called ‘baskets’, most commonly 16 and 24 channel baskets are used, and occasionally 8 channel baskets.

At the time of placing an order, you will be told which size sections will be used to make the console, and so the overall dimensions of the console can be calculated by adding multiples of the dimensions shown above.

For example a 32 fader single partition console would be a 24 channel basket (16 fader + 8 wide master section) and a 16 channel basket (16 faders). So the overall width will be 75mm (side trim) + 1043mm (24 basket) + 697.5mm (16 basket) + 75mm (side trim). Total 1890.5mm

Rack Data

All racks are standard 483mm (19") wide.

NOTE: ALL RACK DEPTHS BELOW DO NOT INCLUDE ALLOWANCES FOR CABLE AND CONNECTOR CLEARANCES AT THE REAR, FOR WHICH ANOTHER 150MM (6") SHOULD BE ADDED.

All weights are rounded up to the nearest whole unit.

Console Module Installation

Modules are usually shipped fitted into the console.

If for any reason they are not fitted, they will be shipped in anti-static, moulded foam containers.

They are individually labelled and should be installed in the console in accordance with the Module Installation Map provided.

• The module type is engraved on the top of each panel.
• The serial number is inscribed on the bottom board of each panel.

NOTE: PLEASE KEEP EACH FRONT PANEL WITH ITS ASSOCIATED BOARD ASSEMBLY. DO NOT SWAP FRONT PANELS FROM ONE ASSEMBLY TO ANOTHER.

When installing the following modules, please note:

Master Chanbase

Ensure the loudspeaker wiring connectors are plugged into the module i.e. the 34-way ribbon connector is plugged into J1 of the vertical volume control board, the level control ribbon cable plugged into J2 of the same board, and the relay control ribbon cable plugged into J7 of the chanbase bottom board.

Joystick

Ensure the power connector is plugged into J1 and link wiring connector is plugged into J4, with terminator connections in J5, J6 and J7 (Single twin joystick fitted).

Connecting the System

When the units are in position and all the cables have been identified and prepared, connect the system as shown in the Custom Interconnect section.

Ensure each module is fed with a suitable mains supply.

Sync Connections

Connectors are fitted on the SPS rack for AES SYNC, WCK IN, WCK OUT (Word clock), VIDEO and LOOP.

These allow connection of three types of sync.

The system can operate from any one of these (selectable by the user) or from its internal reference.

Audio Signals

All audio to the ADC modules and from the DAC modules are balance audio signals.

Automation Connections

The SPS rack has connectors for TIMECODE IN, TIMECODE OUT, TACH IN, and MACHINE CONTROL.

Console to Racks Audio Interconnect

The Audio Cable from the Console is supplied with cable ends stripped and tinned only ready for custom installation requirements.

XLR Pin Outs

Pin	Signal
1	Screen
2	Hot
3	Cold

and for dual circuit connectors:

• Pin 4, Phase (or Hot), second circuit (or B channel)
• Pin 5, Anti-Phase (or Cold), second circuit (or B channel)

Pin 1 for outputs is directly connected to the chassis.

Pin 1 for inputs is R.F. coupled to the chassis to provide a screen but avoiding hum loop problems. The exception is the Mic/Line Unit where pin 1 for inputs is directly connected to chassis to provide phantom power.

The shell connection of the XLR connector is a direct connection to the chassis and should be used for the O/P screen connection as this gives an improved R.F. connection and screening.

Audio Signals

All MIOS audio signals are balanced.

ADC, DAC & AES Varicon connectors

The system is supplied ready to accept standard Varicons.

All the Varicon outputs are filtered in order to provide some degree of RFI protection. This filtering is limited so as not to cause distortion in the audio domain.

In order to maintain EMC compliance and maximum levels of immunity to radio frequency interference, screened twisted pair cables should be used.

In AMS Neve's considerable experience RFI has not proved to be a problem. However the system is designed with mounting points for screening cages to be fitted to the chassis which eliminate this possibility.

These MUST be used with shielded covers to gain any benefit.

These shielding kits are available from EDAC distributors.

Console Interface Panels

Audio I/O - IMPORTANT NOTE

• Analogue Audio IO Varicon is fitted only if analogue monitor LS board is present
  • For modular consoles, Basket Selector ID Panel is fitted instead of Audio I/O.

Each section of the DFC surface can have the optional ‘Basket ID selector’ on its rear panel in the place of the Analogue Monitor LS Board IO connector. This option is used when a console is modular, allowing baskets to be moved or removed.

This panel sets the IP addresses for the various components in that basket. For example the first section of a console would have Partition

set to ‘1’, Chassis in Partition set to ‘1’ (as it is the first section of partition 1) and First Meter ID set to ‘01’ (as this will be the first meter). In the example on the panel shown above this section is the beginning of the second partition, the first partition had 3 meter panels, so First Meter ID for this section is set to ‘04’.

By setting these options on the Basket ID Selectors, sections of the console can be added, removed or placed in different partitions without any other changes being made (no switch settings, not wiring changes etc.)

• If neither option is purchased, a blank panel will be fitted.

Console Connections - where analogue monitor LS board present

DAC output SEL 1 should be wired to MON 1 IN and drives the speakers connected MAIN LS OUT.

Volume is controlled by the control room pot on the console.

SEL 1 may be switched to drive the speakers connected to SMALL LS 1 OUT.

DAC output SEL 3 should be wired to MON 2 IN and drives the speakers connected to SMALL LS 2 OUT when SMALL LS 2 button is pressed or when PFL is selected.

DAC output SEL 2 should be wired to STUDIO IN and drives the speakers connected to STUDIO OUT.

The MAIN LS OUT, SMALL LS1 OUT and SMALL LS2 OUT should then be fed to the loudspeaker amplifiers.

The STUDIO IN should be fed from the DAC and the STUDIO OUT should feed the loudspeaker amplifier.

The TALKBACK OUT is the line level feed from the Talkback mic, for feeding to an ADC or an external TB system, or both.

Console Interface Panel Varicons

Audio I/O Connector, Console Interface Panel. Location: front of Master section

This connector is a 56 pin Varicon (Elco, Varelco etc) male.

The shell is coded 1:1.

Pin		Audio I/O
EFA	HotColdScreen	Studio In L*
BCH	HotColdScreen	Studio In R*
JKD	HotColdScreen	Studio Out L*
RSL	HotColdScreen	Studio Out R*
MNT	HotColdScreen	Control RoomSmall LS1 L*
UVP	HotColdScreen	Control RoomSmall LS1 R*
abW	HotColdScreen	Control RoomSmall LS2 L*
cdZ	HotColdScreen	Control RoomSmall LS2 R*
klp	HotColdScreen	Control RoomMon 1 In L*
mnt	HotColdScreen	Control RoomMon 1 In R*
uvz	HotColdScreen	Control RoomMain LS Out L*
AABBw	HotColdScreen	Control RoomMain LS Out R*
xyCC	HotColdScreen	Control RoomMon 2 In L*
DDEEKK	HotColdScreen	Control RoomMon 2 In R*
LLMMFF	HotColdScreen	T/B Mic Output
HHJJNN	HotColdScreen	---

As each AMS Neve console is unique in configuration to each customer, the I/O has to be set so that the SPS rack is aware of exactly which I/O is on each of the MADI streams.

This is set at the factory before the console is shipped.

It is therefore important that if you wish to change the I/O configuration after the console has been delivered, that you contact AMS Neve so that the I/O configuration software can also be changed.

For example, if the console has been shipped with a MIOS rack on MADI 1 and an AES box on MADI 2, it is not possible to swap these I/O units over without making a change to the I/O configuration software as well.

Optical / Coaxial connectors

A 13U USP SPS rack has 24 pairs of BNC coaxial connectors as standard on the rear of the rack, but please be aware that you will need a supporting number of Quad MADI 64 cards to support all of this I/O.

Each Quad MADI 64 card supports 4 pairs of 56/64 channel ins/outs at up to 96kHz.

As specified at the time of ordering, the rear of the SPS rack may contain a mixture of optical MADI ports and coaxial MADI ports.

Where there is an optical connector (e.g. on MADI 1), then the coaxial connectors for MADI 1 will not accept a coaxial signal if the optical connectors to the equipment are removed.

It is possible to remove the optical board to enable the coaxial connectors to work, and this would involve unhinging the rear of the unit and reconfiguring the internal wiring.

Where there are no optical connectors present on a MADI pair of ports, the coaxial connectors will work, providing there are enough Quad MADI 64 cards inside the processing rack to support them.

The number and configuration of optical and coaxial connectors is unique to every console, and rarely needs to be changed, except where older racks are upgraded to optical connections.

Machine Control Ports #1 to #5

These are located on the rear of the SPS rack and use a DE 9P connector.

They use a twisted pair screen cable with EMC hoods.

Twisted pairs should be used with Rx- Rx+ and Tx- and Tx+ as twisted pairs. The cable screen should be 360° terminated on an EMC back-shell at each end.

Pin No	Signal
1	Gnd
2	Rx-
3	Tx+
4	Gnd
5	RTS
6	Gnd
7	Rx+
8	Tx-
9	Gnd

Serial RS 422 (P2 protocol)

On the rear of the SPS rack.

Use high quality screened twisted pair cable, paying careful attention to correct pairing. Screens should be 360° terminated to EMC back-shells at both ends.

Length as required, recommended maximum, 50m

Machine Control Port #2 & #4

ES1-11 cable (also ES1-12, ES/2 Synchronet)

This is on the rear of the SPS rack.

The use of high quality screened twisted-pair cable is recommended, paying careful attention to the correct pairing.

A screened twisted-pair cable should also be used for the XLR connection with the screens connected to both ends.

Screens should be 360° terminated to EMC back-shells at both ends.

Length as required, recommended maximum is 50m.

Machine Control Port #6

On rear of SPS rack, the mating connector is a DA 15 P type.

A screened twisted pair cable should be used with the screens 360° terminated to EMC back-shells at both ends.

Signal pairs 1 & 2, 3 & 4, 5 & 6, 7 & 8, 9 & 10 and 14 & 15 should all use twisted pairs of the same cable.

DMC		Sony 9-Pin
Pin No.	Signal	Pin No.
1	Tx+(B)	3
2	Tx- (A)	8
3	Rx+(B)	7
4	Rx- (A)	2
5	TIC- (A)
6	TIC+(B)
7
8	0v	1
9	CODE- (A)
10	CODE+(B)
11	TL EXT
12	D-RECON
13	MUTE
14	FRAME- (A)
15	FRAME+ (B)
SCREEN	SCREEN (CHASSIS)

On rear of SPS rack, uses a DA 15 P mating connector.

Services Port

On rear of SPS rack, uses a DB 25 P mating connector.

A screened twisted-pair cable should be used with the screens 360° terminated to EMC back-shells at both ends. If this port is taken to more than one destination then all cable screens must be terminated to EMC back-shells.

Pin No.	Signal
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
14	SYNC COM
15	SYNC NC
16	SYNC NO
17	RL1 COM REC
18	RL1 NC REC
19	RL1 NO REC
20	RL2 COM PLAY/ADR
21	RL2 NC PLAY/ADR
22	RL2 NO PLAY/ADR

SPS Rack 7U model (single-engine system)

SPS Rack 13U model (single or dual-engine system)

All connectors functions as outlined below are the same for the 7U rack. Please see section on Optical/Coaxial MADI connectors (page 15).

TRANLINK A	No function
TRANLINK B	Can be used to boot a Legacy relay rack
TRANLINK C	No function
TRANLINK D	No function
VITC	Not used
WCK IN	Connect Wordclock sync from an external source using a coaxial cable and BNC connector.
WCK OUT	Outputs the Wordclock sync, whether this is generated from the SPS rack itself, or from an external source
AES SYNC IN	If synching the system to an external AES source, connect using XLR connector.
TIMECODE IN	If using External Timecode as a reference source, connect using an XLR connector from the timecode source.
TACH IN	Not used
MIC / LINE	Not used
TIMECODE OUT	The output of the consoles LTC
TACH OUT	Not used
VIDEO A	If synching the system to an external video source, connect this source using a coaxial cable and a BNC connector.
VIDEO B	Not used.
MC #1 TO MC #6	Machine control ports. Ports #1 to #5 use the Sony 9-pin protocol, #6 can be used to connect to an ES/2 synchroniser (not supplied)
SERVICES	MCS tallies - see 'Service Port' section on page 21
MADI IN / OUT 1	Connect using coaxial cable and BNC connectors to the Rx/Tx Madi ports on your MIOS racks, AES 96 racks etc, observing the correct Rx/Tx and I/O configuration.
OPTICAL A / B 1	Connect using optical cables to the Rx/Tx Madi ports on your MIOS racks, AES 96 racks etc.
POWER	Connect power supply.
ENCORE ETHERNET	RJ45 CAT6 Connection to Encore Processor Rack
CONSOLE ETHERNET	RJ45 CAT6 Connection to Console Surface

¹ With regard to optical MADI inputs and Coaxial MADI inputs, as specified at the time of ordering, please note that you should ONLY connect equipment to:

• Either MADI1 BNCs OR Optical A TX/RX

• Either MADI 2 BNCs OR Optical A TX2/RX2

• Either MADI 3 BNCs OR Optical B TX/RX

• Either MADI 4 BNCs OR Optical B TX2/RX2

The SPS rack is the main audio processing rack, into which all of the MADI signals and sync sources are input.

The 13U rack may be larger in size, but performs the same functions and (apart from the power connector), has all of the same connectors on the rear.

Encore Processor Rack

LAN Connection
(for general LAN function)
RJ45 CAT6
connection to SPS rack)

MIOS Rack

MIOS Full

MIOS Lite

Both racks here are shown with coaxial MADI connectors. These may be optical connectors if this is specified at the time of ordering.

X LIN = where X = the number of the MADI port that the unit is connected to.

MON O/Ps 1 + 2

Must be assigned to X LIN 27 AB in Encore 3

MON O/Ps 3 + 4

Must be assigned to X LIN 28 AB in Encore 3

AES SYNC IN

If synching the unit to external AES synch, connect using XLR to the sync source.

AES SYNC OUT

If synching the unit to external AES synch, connect using XLR to the next unit in the chain.

WCLK IN / OUT

If synching to external Wordclock, connect using BNC connector

CTRL IN

Not used

CTRL OUT

Not used

GP INPUTS

Connect to external relay inputs

GP OUTPUTS

Connect to external relay outputs

COAXIAL MADI

Connect to SPS rack, using TX1 / RX1 (Only use TX2/RX2 if working at 96kHz)

56-way Edac connectors A to F

Audio inputs, See pinouts below

Pin		Quad Mic	Octal Mic	Line In	Line Out	AES
EFA	HotColdScreen	Mic In 1A	Mic 1	Line In 1	Line Out 1	AES In 1/2
BCH	HotColdScreen	Mic In 2A	Mic 5	Line In 2	Line Out 2	AES In 3/4
JKD	HotColdScreen	Mic In 2B	Mic 6	Line In 3	Line Out 3	AES In 5/6
RSL	HotColdScreen	Mic In 1B	Mic 2	Line In 4	Line Out 4	AES In 7/8
MNT	HotColdScreen	Mic In 3A	Mic 3	Line In 5	Line Out 5	AES In 9/10
UVP	HotColdScreen	Mic In 4A	Mic 7	Line In 6	Line Out 6	AES In 11/12
abW	HotColdScreen	Mic In 3B	Mic 4	Line In 7	Line Out 7	AES In 13/14
cdZ	HotColdScreen	Mic In 4B	Mic 8	Line In 8	Line Out 8	AES In 15/16
klp	HotColdScreen		Line 1	Line In 9	Line Out 9	AES Out 1/2
mnt	HotColdScreen		Line 5	Line In 10	Line Out 10	AES Out 3/4
uvz	HotColdScreen		Line 2	Line In 11	Line Out 11	AES Out 5/6
AABBw	HotColdScreen		Line 6	Line In 12	Line Out 12	AES Out 7/8
xyCC	HotColdScreen	Line In 2	Line 7	Line In 13	Line Out 13	AES Out 9/10
DDEEKK	HotColdScreen	Line In 1	Line 3	Line In 14	Line Out 14	AES Out 11/12
LLMMFF	HotColdScreen	Line In 3	Line 4	Line In 15	Line Out 15	AES Out 13/14
HHJJNN	HotColdScreen	Line In 4	Line 8	Line In 16	Line Out 16	AES Out 15/16

All audio connectors on the rear panel are 56 pin Varicon (Elco, Varelco, etc) male.

Each of the four mics is selectable from either an A or B input, hence the two inputs shown below for the same port.

GP Inputs (not available on MIOS Lite)

There are 8 general purpose opto-isolated inputs on a 25-way D-type male connector.

The GP inputs can either be driven using external logic signals, or by switches using the rack's +5V and GND supply pins.

If using an external logic signal, connect an external ground to the input return pins.

If using the internal +5V and GND pins, GND should be connected to the input return pins. An internal resistor on the opto inputs limits the current.

Connect anode to +5v to operate the opto.

Opto	Pin number	Signal
1	1	Opto 1 anode
2	2	Opto 2 anode
3	3	Opto 3 anode
4	4	Opto 4 anode
5	5	Opto 5 anode
6	6	Opto 6 anode
7	7	Opto 7 anode
8	8	Opto 8 anode
	13	Input return (cathodes)
	25	Input return (cathodes)
	11	+5v
	23	+5v
	12	GND
	24	GND

GP Outputs (not available on MIOS Lite)

There are 8 general purpose opto-isolated outputs on a 25-way D-type male connector.

Relay	Pin number	Signal
1	1	NO
	2	NC
	14	COMMON
2	15	NO
	16	NC
	3	COMMON
3	4	NO
	5	NC
	17	COMMON
4	18	NO
	19	NC
	6	COMMON
5	7	NO
	8	NC
	20	COMMON
6	21	NO
	22	NC
	9	COMMON
7	10	NO
	11	NC
	23	COMMON
8	24	NO
	25	NC
	12	COMMON
	Chassis	Screen

MON FAC (Monitor Facilities Panel)

DFC Control IN

Pin number	Signal	Description
1	Chassis
2	nDIM	When low, dim output level by 20dB
3	VCNTRL	Voltage control of monitor level
4	79/VAR	When high, set output level using 79/VAR preset
5	Gnd
6	5v Ref	Via NAP 2
7	DIRECT	When high, set ignore VCNTRL but use pins 4 & 8
8	85 sB SPL	When high, set output level using 85dB SPL preset
9	Gnd

Multichannel AES I/O Unit

The diagram above shows coaxial MADI connectors, but these may be Optical MADI connectors as specified at the time of ordering.

The PSU HEALTHY, CTRL IN and CTRL OUT 9-pin connectors are not used.

As standard, these units have 24 ins/24 outs, although these can be expanded by adding optional 'daughter' boards to provide extra ins/outs. Please specify this at the time of ordering.

Connect the Rx/Tx MADI connectors to the appropriate MADI ports on the rear of the SPS rack.

Rear of unit, 37-way D-type, male.

Pin number	Signal Type	Channel
37	Hot
36	Cold	AES 1 AB In
18	Screen
17	Hot
16	Cold	AES 2 AB In
35	Screen
43	Hot
33	Cold	AES 3 AB In
15	Screen
14	Hot
13	Cold	AES 4 AB In
32	Screen
31	Hot
30	Cold	AES 5 AB In
12	Screen
11	Hot
10	Cold	AES 6 AB In
29	Screen
28	Hot
27	Cold	AES 7 AB In
9	Screen
8	Hot
7	Cold	AES 8 AB In
26	Screen
25	Hot
24	Cold	AES 9 AB In
6	Screen
5	Hot
4	Cold	AES 10 AB In
23	Screen
22	Hot
21	Cold	AES 11 AB In
3	Screen
2	Hot
1	Cold	AES 12 AB In
20	Screen

Rear of unit, 37-way D-type, male

Pin number	Signal Type	Channel
37	Hot
36	Cold	AES 1 AB Out
18	Screen
17	Hot
16	Cold	AES 2 AB Out
35	Screen
43	Hot
33	Cold	AES 3 AB Out
15	Screen
14	Hot
13	Cold	AES 4 AB Out
32	Screen
31	Hot
30	Cold	AES 5 AB Out
12	Screen
11	Hot
10	Cold	AES 6 AB Out
29	Screen
28	Hot
27	Cold	AES 7 AB Out
9	Screen
8	Hot
7	Cold	AES 8 AB Out
26	Screen
25	Hot
24	Cold	AES 9 AB Out
6	Screen
5	Hot
4	Cold	AES 10 AB Out
23	Screen
22	Hot
21	Cold	AES 11 AB Out
3	Screen
2	Hot
1	Cold	AES 12 AB Out
20	Screen

AUX AES-EBU IN 25-56, Optional Expansion 1 or 2 cards

Rear of unit, 50-way D-type, male

Pin number	Signal Type	Channel
		1 Exp card	2 Exp card
33	Hot
49	Cold	AES 13 AB In	AES 13 AB In
16	Screen
15	Hot
32	Cold	AES 14 AB In	AES 14 AB In
48	Screen
31	Hot
47	Cold	AES 15 AB In	AES 15 AB In
14	Screen
13	Hot
30	Cold	AES 16 AB In	AES 16 AB In
46	Screen
29	Hot
45	Cold	AES 17 AB In	AES 17 AB In
12	Screen
11	Hot
28	Cold	AES 18 AB In	AES 18 AB In
44	Screen
27	Hot
43	Cold	AES 19 AB In	AES 19 AB In
10	Screen
9	Hot
26	Cold	AES 20 AB In	AES 20 AB In
42	Screen
25	Hot
41	Cold		AES 21 AB In
8	Screen
7	Hot
24	Cold		AES 22 AB In
40	Screen
23	Hot
39	Cold		AES 23 AB In
6	Screen
5	Hot
22	Cold		AES 24 AB In
38	Screen
21	Hot
37	Cold		AES 25 AB In
4	Screen
3	Hot
20	Cold		AES 26 AB In
36	Screen
19	Hot
35	Cold		AES 27 AB In
2	Screen
1	Hot
18	Cold		AES 28 AB In
34	Screen

Rear of unit, 50-way D-type, male

Pin number	Signal Type	Channel
		3 Exp card	4 Exp card
33	Hot
49	Cold	AES 13 AB Out	AES 13 AB Out
16	Screen
15	Hot
32	Cold	AES 14 AB Out	AES 14 AB Out
48	Screen
31	Hot
47	Cold	AES 15 AB Out	AES 15 AB Out
14	Screen
13	Hot
30	Cold	AES 16 AB Out	AES 16 AB Out
46	Screen
29	Hot
45	Cold	AES 17 AB Out	AES 17 AB Out
12	Screen
11	Hot
28	Cold	AES 18 AB Out	AES 18 AB Out
44	Screen
27	Hot
43	Cold	AES 19 AB Out	AES 19 AB Out
10	Screen
9	Hot
26	Cold	AES 20 AB Out	AES 20 AB Out
42	Screen
25	Hot
41	Cold		AES 21 AB Out
8	Screen
7	Hot
24	Cold		AES 22 AB Out
40	Screen
23	Hot
39	Cold		AES 23 AB Out
6	Screen
5	Hot
22	Cold		AES 24 AB Out
38	Screen
21	Hot
37	Cold		AES 25 AB Out
4	Screen
3	Hot
20	Cold		AES 26 AB Out
36	Screen
19	Hot
35	Cold		AES 27 AB Out
2	Screen
1	Hot
18	Cold		AES 28 AB Out
34	Screen

Status Panel (front)

Connector: J6

Location - Console upper centre, rear of Status Panel. For access, remove the rear panel.

Mating connector, 10 way IDC Bump polarised socket

Pin	Signal
1	Gnd
2	Gnd
3	Alarm 1
4	Alarm 2
5	O/L
6	Solo
7	Record
8	Rehearse
9	No connection
10	No connection

Connect the respective pin to ground to illuminate the required display.

Current rating: 60mA per LED

The LED brightness can be adjusted using VR1

The six LEDs can be placed under software control via the J6 to J11 / J12 connection cable, such that operation of relays 1 to 6 will light LEDs ALARM 1, ALARM 2, O/L, SOLO, RECORD & REHEARSE respectively.

Relays 7 and 8 are operated using the Control Room DIM and TALKBACK buttons respectively.

Connectors J11 & J 12 – Relay Output

Location - Console upper centre, rear of Status Panel. For access, remove the rear panel.

Contact rating, 90 watts DC at 40 volts max

Mating connector, 26 way IDC Bump polarised socket.

Status Panel (rear)

J 11
Pin	Relay number
1	R 1	I 1
2		I 2
3		1 A
4		2 A
5		1 B
6		2 B
7	R 2	I 1
8		I 2
9		1 A
10		2 A
11		1 B
12		2 B
13	R 3	I 1
14		I 2
15		1 A
16		2 A
17		1 B
18		2 B
19	R 4	I 1
20		I 2
21		1 A
22		2 A
23		1 B
24		2 B
25	Gnd
26	Gnd

J 12
Pin	Relay number
1	R 5	I 1
2		I 2
3		1 A
4		2 A
5		1 B
6		2 B
7	R 6	I 1
8		I 2
9		1 A
10		2 A
11		1 B
12		2 B
13	R 7	I 1
14		I 2
15		1 A
16		2 A
17		1 B
18		2 B
19	R 8	I 1
20		I 2
21		1 A
22		2 A
23		1 B
24		2 B
25	Gnd
26	Gnd

Relay number	Function
1	Alarm 1 ('Automation Locked' tally)
2	Swap Speakers (Sound One Speaker changeover or Dolby Remote Input)
3	Digital Overload (as set in Encore Preferences)
4	Solo Status
5	Remote Solo Clear (twin DSP systems only)
6	Cut Status
7	Dim Status
8	Talkback Status

Connector J4

Location - Console upper centre, rear of Status Panel. For access, remove the rear panel.

Mating connector, 20 way IDC Bump polarised socket.

Pin number	Signal
1	Gnd
2	Gnd
3
4	Input 1
5
6	Input 2
7
8	Input 3
9
10	Input 4
11
12	Input 5
13
14	Input 6
15
16	Input 7
17
18	Input 8
19	Vcc
20	Vcc

Inputs 1 – 8 are under software control.