MIMO88 - Audio System Ecler - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Digital installation audio matrix
Audio inputs	8 symmetrical MICRO/LINE inputs on screw terminals (independent phantom power per channel)
Audio outputs	8 symmetrical LINE outputs + 2 MONITOR outputs (on screw terminals and 6.35 mm TRS jack)
Expansion	Expandable to 16 inputs/16 outputs by connecting a second MIMO88 unit via LINK BUS (crossed CAT5 cable, up to 100 m)
Power supply	90-264 VAC, 47-63 Hz (universal power supply)
DSP processing	Routing/mixing matrix, parametric equalizer, delays, noise gate/compressor, limiter, ducking, internal signal generator
Control and programming	Via Ethernet (EclerNet Manager), RS-232, GPI/GPO, digital remote controls (WPNETTOUCH, MPAGE16), TP-NET protocol
Control inputs	8 GPI ports (0-10 VDC) on screw terminals
Control outputs	8 NO/NC relay outputs (GPO) on screw terminals
Communication ports	1 x Ethernet RJ45, 1 x LINK BUS RJ45, 2 x REMOTE (digital bus), 1 x RS-232
Front panel indicators	Input/output LEDs (green, amber, red), DATA, LINK, POWER
Mounting	19" 1U rack
Ventilation	Allow free space above and below; forced ventilation recommended in closed cabinet
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean with a damp cloth only; do not use solvents or abrasive products
Safety	Grounding mandatory; do not expose to rain or moisture; complete disconnection by unplugging the power cord
Operating temperature	Ambient temperature; avoid heat sources
Repairability	Entrust any repair to an Ecler authorized technical service
Warranty	See www.ecler.com or the supplied warranty card
Compatible accessories	WP wall panels (WPaVOL, WPVOL-IR), WPNETTOUCH, MPAGE16, WPNET4KV, WPNET8K
Country of manufacture	Europe (Spain)

Frequently Asked Questions - MIMO88 Ecler

How to configure the MIMO88 matrix?

Configuration is done via the EclerNet Manager application (downloadable from www.ecler.com). Connect the device to your Ethernet network, then launch the software to program routings, levels, EQ, etc.

Can I use a single MIMO88 unit in 8x8 mode?

Yes, the MIMO88 works by default in 8 input / 8 output mode. To switch to 16x16 mode, connect a second unit via the LINK BUS port (crossed CAT5 cable) and set one as MASTER and the other as SLAVE.

How to connect microphones to the inputs?

The inputs are symmetrical on screw terminals. You can connect microphones with or without phantom power (48V, individually adjustable in EclerNet Manager). Use balanced wiring to avoid noise.

What to do if the POWER LED is blinking?

A blinking POWER LED indicates an internal error or incorrect firmware. Try updating the firmware via EclerNet Manager. If the problem persists, contact Ecler technical support.

How to use the MONITOR outputs?

The MONITOR outputs (screw terminal and headphone jack) reproduce the same signal you select in EclerNet Manager software. Ideal for monitoring a channel without affecting the main outputs.

Can I control volume remotely with a potentiometer?

Yes, connect a WP series potentiometer (e.g., WPaVOL) to the GPI inputs. In EclerNet Manager, associate this GPI input to the desired volume function.

How to reset network settings to factory defaults?

Default settings are: IP 192.168.0.100, mask 255.255.255.0, gateway 192.168.0.1, UDP port 2210. To reset, use EclerNet Manager application or perform a hardware reset (see manual).

What type of cable to use for the LINK BUS link?

Use a dedicated crossed (crossover) CAT5 cable, with no intermediate equipment. The maximum distance between the two units is 100 meters.

How to clean the front panel?

Clean with a damp cloth and clean water. Never use solvents or abrasive products that could damage the screen printing.

Where to find the complete manual and software?

The complete manual and the EclerNet Manager application are available for free on the www.ecler.com website, in the Support / Downloads section.

USER MANUAL MIMO88 Ecler

Point chaud (signal direct) > Terminal +

Point froid (signal inversé) > Terminal -

Masse > Terminal ⊥

Point chaud (signal direct) > Terminal +

Point froid (signal inverse) > Terminal -

Masse > Terminal ⊥

Baud rate: 57600 (fixed, no auto negotiation)

Data bits: 8

Parity: None

Stop bits: 1

Flow control : None

CABLAGE RS232 – DB9
RS232	DB9
Tx	Broche 2 (RxD)
Rx	Broche 3 (TxD)
Gnd	Broche 5 (Signal Gnd)

DSP
DSPSampling RateLatency IN to OUT	2 x 32/64bit48kHz<2.9ms (+1ms for 16x16)
Converters
ResolutionDynamic Range	24bit AKMAD:110dB, DA: 115dB
Analogue
8+8 Input/Output2 monitor outputHeadphones relatedAnalogue Input headroomMax. output levelInput sensitivity @ 0dBV outInput ImpedancePhantom powerHeadphonesFrequency response (-3dB)FlatnessTHD+Noise @ 1kHz, 0dBV input (line)THD+Noise @ 1kHz, -40dBV input (mic.)Output Noise floor FFT (20Hz - 20kHz)Interchannel crosstalk (20Hz - 20kHz)Channel Leakage (20Hz - 20kHz)CMRR 20Hz- 20kHz	Terminal block (Symmetrical)Terminal block (Symmetrical)Jack 1⁄4+27dBV = +30dBu+18dBV = +21dBuFrom -50dBV to +10dBV in 0.5dB stepBalanced, >4kΩ+42VDC, 5mA max. software switched>200mW/200Ω5Hz to 24kHzbetter than ±0.1dB<0.004%<0.008%better than 115dBbetter than 90dB (100dB typ.)better than 100dB (115dB typ.)65dB typ.
Processing
Input Level (x8)Output Level (x8)Output GainInput Delay (x8)Output Delay (x8)	Range: from Off to 0 dBMute: YesSignal Polarity reverse: YesMetering: VU+clip pre & post faderRange: from Off to 0 dBMute: YesSolo: YesSignal Polarity reverse: YesMetering: VU+clip pre & post faderRange: from 0 to +6 dBfrom 0 to 1000 msUnits: sec/ms/m/cm.from 0 to 1000 msUnits: sec/ms/m/cm.

Parametric Eq. Types(4 max per input)(8 max per output in 8x8 mode)(4 max per output in 16x16 mode)	Bypass / On-Off all channelsParam Eq.Freq: 20Hz-20kHzGain: -60/+12 dBQ: 0.3 to 200Low & High Shelf 6/12 dB/octLow & High Pass 6/12 dB/octAll Pass 1/2 order
High & Low pass output Crossover filters (x8)	Bypass On-OffButterworth in 6/12/18/24 dB/octBessel in 12/18/24 dB/octLinkwitz-Riley in 12/24 dB/oct
Input Noise Gate (x8)	Bypass On-OffThreshold: from -80 dBV to +18 dBVDepth: 0 dB to 80 dBAktack time: from 0,1 ms. to 500 ms.Hold time: from 10 ms. to 3000 ms.Release time: from 10 ms. to 1000 ms.
Input Compressor / Limiter (x8)	Bypass On-OffThreshold: from -36 dBV to +18 dBVRatio: 1:1 to inf:1 (limiter)Knee: hard / softAttack time: from 0,1 ms. to 500 ms.Release time: from 10 ms. to 1000 ms.Make up gain: from 0 to +10 dB
Input Frequency ShifterOutput Limiter (x8)	Available on all inputs. ON / OFF functionBypass On-OffThreshold: from -36 dBV to +18 dBVAktack time: from 0,1 ms. to 500 ms.Release time: from 10 ms. to 1000 ms.
Built in Signal Generator	Sine: from 20 Hz to 20 kHzPolarity: from 20 Hz to 20 kHzWhite noisePink noise
Stereo Linking	Adjacent input / output channelsLinked processingMatrix routing linked
Mix Matrix	Size: 8x8 (1-MIMO88)Size: 16x16 (2-MIMO88 with expan. link bus)Vol: Input, Output, CrosspointMute: Set/Clear individual, row, column, allInput /output Mono/stereo selectorMeter: Input /output VU and clip
Pager	Input: IN1 to IN8 (or to IN16 in 16x16)Priorities: 4(1max) 4 (min)Depth: 0 dB to 80 dBAktack time: from 5 ms. to 2000 ms.Release time: from 50 ms. to 3000 ms.Chime Source: None, Melody 1, Melody 2Chime Volume: from -12 dB to 0 dB

Mechanical
Dimensions (WxHxD)Weight	482.6x44x266.5mm3.5kg
Supply
MainsPower consumption	90-264VCA 47-63Hz45VA
Miscellaneous
Management Connectivity	Ethernet Base-Tx 10/100Mb Auto X-Over CAT5 up to 100m.
Expansion LINK BUS (16x16 ch.)Remote BusGPIGPOAux. Power Supply for Remotes & GPITime and date retention (battery)RTC accuracy	Proprietary over CAT5, Xover cable up to 100m.2, over twisted pairs; up to 1km (see specific specs.)8, from 0 to 10VDC or TTL level8, 3 poles isolated relay; 1A, 48VDC max.+12VDC, 1.2A. max. (short circuit protected)1 month aprox. (ambient temperature dependant)±1 minute /year
SOFTWARE
EclerNet Software	Realtime full GUI of all functions and controls thru Ethernet with interactive graphical displayGrouping mode channels or devicesGrouping of other groupsAutomated report generationUp to 256 devices on same netAutodiscovery devices featureRouting capability through NAT gatewaysReal time metering at input/output (DSP)Device “Finder” featureSave & Recall setup and preset functionsFirmware update capability thru EthernetPassword protection (device & project with two user levels)Default Network configuration:IP: 192.168.0.100Mask: 255.255.255.0Gate: 192.168.0.1UDP Port: 2210
Operating System	Windows® 10; W8.1; W8; W7; Vista (SP1); XP Prof.(SP3); W2000 Prof. (SP4)
Minimum EclerNet System Requirements	Pentium IV ® 1GHz512MB RAM40MB HDD free space800x600 pixels & 16bits color display10/100/1G Ethernet Network card

10 DIAGRAMME DE BLOCS

graph TD
    A["ANALOG IN"] --> B["PHANTOM 42V"]
    B --> C["ADC"]
    C --> D["INPUT SWITCH"]
    D --> E["MATRIX EXPANDER LINK BUS"]
    E --> F["DAC"]
    F --> G["RELAY"]
    G --> H["OUT 1 ANALOG"]
    H --> I["OUT 8"]
    I --> J["MUTE PHASE"]
    J --> K["VOL"]
    K --> L["EQ"]
    L --> M["DELAY"]
    M --> N["GATE"]
    N --> O["COMPRESSOR"]
    O --> P["FREQUENCY SHIFTER"]
    P --> Q["CONTROL"]
    Q --> R["GPO 1"]
    Q --> S["GPO 8"]
    R --> T["DAC"]
    S --> U["DAC"]
    T --> V["RELAY"]
    U --> W["RELAY"]
    V --> X["MONITOR 1"]
    W --> Y["MONITOR 2"]
    X --> Z["MONITOR 1"]
    Y --> AA["MONITOR 2"]
    Z --> AB["PHONES"]
    AA --> AC["VOL"]
    AB --> AD["VI"]
    AC --> AE["GPIO 1 TTL"]
    AE --> AF["Master Slave GPI 8"]
    AF --> AG["RTC"]
    AG --> AH["CONTROL"]
    AH --> AI["EITHERNET RTX RX ± REMOTE 1/2"]
    AH --> AJ["CAN BUS + ± H ± REMOTE 1/2"]

TP-NET PROTOCOL

SOFTWARE

Third-Party NET

USER MANUAL

11 TP-NET PROTOCOL INTRODUCTION

The TP-NET protocol lets a client device (control device) get and/or set the values of several parameters of the EclerNet compatible devices (MIMO and MIMO SG series digital matrices, DUO-NET PLAYER, NXA digital audio manager series, NZA amplifier series, NPA amplifier series, etc.), like volumes, mutes, alarms, etc. It's as well available for eMIMO1616 digital matrix, HUB series digital zoner, MIMO7272DN and MIMO4040CDN digital matrix.

The communication with these digital audio devices can be established using Ethernet and the UDP/IP transport protocol, always by means of the 5800 UDP port.

A second option for this communication is using the RS-232 interface that some of these compatible devices do also have (MIMO series, DUO-NET PLAYER, NXA series, etc.). In this case, the serial connection must fulfil the following specifications:

• Baud rate: 57600 (fixed, no autonegotiation) for all the devices, except for DUO-NET PLAYER, eMIMO1616, HUB series and MIMO4040CDN, which use 115200 baud rate)
• Data bits: 8
• Parity: None
• Stop bits: 1
• Flow control: None

In case the Ecler device has an Euroblock connector for the RS-232 interface, the serial cable wiring, from the device's connector to a standard DB9 serial interface connector, must be the following:

WIRING RS232 – DB9
RS232	DB9
Tx	Pin 2 (RxD)
Rx	Pin 3 (TxD)
Gnd	Pin 5 (Signal Gnd)

The protocol is simple and direct, making it easy to read, write and modify the generated code. It is based on messages with no begin and end delimiter: each message is self-delimited by the UDP packet size, which is defined with a maximum of 80 characters. All the messages must be written in capital letters.

To let some control systems (like CRESTRON®, EXTRON®, AMX®, RTI®, VITY®, MEDIALON®, etc.) process the messages more easily, the EclerNet device adds the character LF (0x0A) to the end of each message. This way the client can buffer the messages to process them, if it's required. The EclerNet device can also handle several messages received in a single message packet by using the LF delimiter.

The available messages are built with one or more fields separated with blank spaces ( = blank space):

<TYPE> [PARAM1] [PARAM2] [PARAM3] [PARAM4][LF] 

The first field (TYPE) defines the message type and then, the required parameters for it (each kind of message requires a given number of parameters). The field TYPE can have these values:

• SYSTEM
  • GET
• SET
  • INC
  • DEC
• SUBSCRIBE
• UNSUBSCRIBE
• DATA
• ERROR

At the end of this document you'll find all the available messages and their parameters for each model of the EclerNet compatible devices.

The SYSTEM, GET, SET, INC, DEC, SUBSCRIBE & UNSUBSCRIBE messages can be sent from the client to the EclerNet device. The DATA & ERROR messages can be sent from the device to the client. The only exception is the SYSTEM PING message, that is a SYSTEM type message that is sent from the EclerNet device when the initial message from the client to the device was SYSTEM CONNECT PINGPONG.

The communication (using UDP or RS-232) starts when a client sends the message SYSTEM CONNECT to the EclerNet device. As far as the UDP communication requires no connection (unlike the TCP), the EclerNet device stores this client's IP address, and then uses it as the destination IP address for the messages that it generates (DATA & ERROR). After receiving the SYSTEM CONNECT message, the device dumps its entire configuration using several consecutive DATA messages.

Note: if the configuration data dump process (usually a huge list of parameters & values) wants to be avoided after a SYSTEM CONNECT message, a SYSTEM CONNECT ONCE message can be used instead.

The communication can be terminated by two methods:

- Manually: when the client sends the SYSTEM DISCONNECT message, cancelling all the subscriptions and stopping the DATA & ERROR messages

- Automatically: in case the initial message was SYSTEM CONNECT PINGPONG and the client didn't get any SYSTEM PONG message in a period longer than 10 seconds (presuming a communication breakdown)

The SET messages don't have an automatic acknowledgement with a DATA message sent from the EclerNet device after it has processed the SET command. The client must update the values itself and must send the needed GET message if it requires confirmation from the device.

NOTES:

• The numerical values are always integer numbers without +, -, comma or dot symbols.
• [PINGPONG] is an optional parameter used to configure the device-client communication with a periodical check, to see whether the client or the device have terminated it. When configured this way, the device sends a SYSTEM PING once per second, and the client must answer with a SYSTEM PONG message. If anyone doesn't get these messages along a 10 seconds period, the communication will be considered terminated.
• [ONCE] is an optional parameter used to start the device-client communication without a full data dump process (usually a huge list of parameters & values).
• &
  are numerical values that identify an input or output channel of the EclerNet device.

It can be within a [1..8] range for MIMO88 single units (8x8 matrix masters), and [1..16] for MIMO88 couples configured as 16x16 matrix masters.

- is a numerical value that identifies one available Preset stored in the EclerNet device's memory.

For the MIMO series it can be within the [1..99] range.

• ,

   y  are numerical values in the [0..100] range that define values in a scale equivalent to [-inf..0] dB   

• & are numerical values within the [1..8] range for the MIMO88 configured as 8x8 matrix masters (single units), and [1..16] for MIMO88 couples configured as 16x16 matrix masters.
• is a numerical value within the [0..100] range that indicates the value of an analogue GPI input. For a digital input only 0 or 100 are the possible values.
• is a numerical value within the [0..1] range: it can only be 0 or 1 (opened or closed GPO).

• is a numerical value within the [1..10] range that sets the VU-meter refresh rate, or the number of times the vumeters' values are sent per second (by default = 3).

• "" is the device name inside double quotation marks, to allow for names with blank spaces.

• is a numerical value for an error code.
• "" is a text chain inside double quotation marks, containing an error description.
• is a numerical value that identifies a Virtual Control. It can be within a [1..64] range for MIMO88.

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12 MIMO88 DIGITAL MATRIX

IMPORTANT NOTE: The communication must be started with the client sending the first message SYSTEM CONNECT to the EclerNet device. Otherwise, the commands from the client to the EclerNet device will be ignored. See TP-NET PROTOCOL INTRODUCTION chapter for additional information.

TYPE	PARAM1	PARAM2	PARAM3	PARAM4	DESCRIPTION
SYSTEM	CONNECT	[MASTER]	[PINGPONG]	[ONCE]	MASTER: this parameter, applied in SYSTEM CONNECT, is used to disconnect all clients currently connected to the device, releasing all open and not correctly closed connections, opening a new connection. In this way we guarantee that the client that has set the MASTER option is the only one connected by TP-NET to the device.PINGPONG: this parameter can be used with the MASTER parameter, the difference is that this parameter performs a periodic check to see if the communication is still open (PING PONG) or if after 10 seconds with no response, the communication has ended (PING).ONCE: this parameter is used to prevent the device status dump.
	DISCONNECT				Cancel subscriptions and terminates communication
	SUBSCRIPTION_RATE				Alive message from device
	PING				Alive message from device
	PONG				Alive ACK message from client

GET	ALL				Dumps current device status (with DATA messages)
	PRESET				Gets the current PRESET
	ILEVEL				Gets the current LEVEL of an Input Channel
	OLEVEL				Gets the current LEVEL of an Output Channel
	XLEVEL				Gets the current LEVEL of a Matrix point
	IMUTE				Gets the current MUTE status of an Input Channel
	OMUTE				Gets the current MUTE status of an Output Channel
	XMUTE				Gets the current MUTE status of a Matrix Point
	IVU				Gets the VU-meter value of an Input Channel
	OVU				Gets the VU-meter value of an Output Channel
	GPI				Gets the current value of a General Purpose Input
	GPO				Gets the current value of a General Purpose Output (not valid for MIMO88SG / MIMO1212SG)
	INFO_NAME				Gets the Device Name
	INFO_MODEL				Gets the Device Model
	INFO_VERSION				Gets the Firmware Version
	INFO_MAC				Gets the Device MAC address
	VIRTUAL_CONTROL				Gets the Virtual Control value

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TYPE	PARAM1	PARAM2	PARAM3	PARAM4	DESCRIPTION
SET	PRESET				Sets the current PRESET
	ILEVEL				Sets the current LEVEL of an Input Channel
	OLEVEL				Sets the current LEVEL of an Output Channel
	XLEVEL				Sets the current LEVEL for a Matrix point
	IMUTE		YES/NO		Sets the current MUTE status of an Input Channel
	OMUTE		YES/NO		Sets the current MUTE status of an Output Channel
	XMUTE			YES/NO	Sets the current MUTE status for a Matrix Point
	GPO				Sets the current value for a General Purpose Output (not valid for MIMO88SG)
	VIRTUAL_CONTROL				Sets the Virtual Control value (Value can range from 1 to 100)
INC	ILEVEL				Increases the current LEVEL of an Input Channel by Value (Value can range from ±1 to ±100)
	OLEVEL				Increases the current LEVEL of an Output Channel by Value (Value can range from ±1 to ±100)
	XLEVEL				Increases the current LEVEL of a Matrix point by Value (Value can range from ±1 to ±100)
DEC	ILEVEL				Decreases the current LEVEL of an Input Channel by Value (Value can range from ±1 to ±100)
	OLEVEL				Decreases the current LEVEL of an Output Channel by Value (Value can range from ±1 to ±100)

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	XLEVEL				Decreases the current LEVEL of a Matrix point by Value (Value can range from ±1 to ±100)
SUBSCRIBE	ALL				Subscribes to all VU-meters
	IVU				Subscribes to an Input Channel VU-meter
	OVU				Subscribes to an Output Channel VU-meter
UNSUBSCRIBE	ALL				Unsubscribe to all VU-meters
	IVU				Unsubscribe to an Input Channel VU-meter
	OVU				Unsubscribe to an Output Channel VU-meter

Note: INC and DEC commands are replied with a DATA command from the device with the resulting LEVEL value, after it has been increased or decreased. When the INC or DEC command tries to adjust a LEVEL value beyond its minimum or maximum limits, no reply (DATA command) will be produced.

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TYPE	PARAM1	PARAM2	PARAM3	PARAM4	DESCRIPTION
DATA	PRESET				Shows the current PRESET
	ILEVEL				Shows the current LEVEL of an Input Channel
	OLEVEL				Shows the current LEVEL of an Output Channel
	XLEVEL				Shows the current LEVEL for a Matrix point
	IMUTE		YES/NO		Shows the current MUTE status of an Input Channel
	OMUTE		YES/NO		Shows the current MUTE status of an Output Channel
	XMUTE			YES/NO	Shows the current MUTE status for a Matrix Point
	VIRTUAL_CONTROL				Shows the Virtual Control value (Value can range from 1 to 100)
	IVU				Shows the VU-meter value of an Input Channel
	OVU				Shows the VU-meter value of an Output Channel
	GPI				Shows the current value of a General Purpose Input
	GPO				Shows the current value of a General Purpose Output. (not valid for MIMO88SG)
	INFO_NAME	“”			Shows the Device Name
	INFO_MODEL				Shows the Device Model
	INFO_VERSION				Shows the Firmware Version
	INFO_MAC				Shows the Device MAC address
ERROR		“”			Informs about an error

13 ERROR CODES FOR ECLERNET DEVICES

13.1 COMMON ERROR CODES (to all EclerNet - TP-NET compatible devices)

ERROR ID	DESCRIPTION
0	TPNET_ERROR_NONE = 0,
1	TPNET_ERROR_INVALID_FIELD_TYPE,
2	TPNET_ERROR_INVALID_FIELD_PARAM1,
3	TPNET_ERROR_INVALID_FIELD_PARAM2,
4	TPNET_ERROR_INVALID_FIELD_PARAM3,
5	TPNET_ERROR_INVALID_FIELD_PARAM4,

13.2 MIMO88 SPECIFIC ERROR CODES

ERROR ID	DESCRIPTION
6	UDP_ERROR_TIMEOUT_PONG,
7	UDP_ERROR_CONNECT_WHILE_CONNECTED,
8	UDP_ERROR_DISCONNECT_WHILE_UNCONNECTED,
9	UDP_ERROR_INVALID_CLIENT_IP,
10	UDP_ERROR_MESSAGE_TOO_LONG,
11	UDP_ERROR_UNSUPPORTED_MESSAGE,
12	UDP_ERROR_UNSUPPORTED_PRESET_NUMBER,
13	UDP_ERROR_UNSUPPORTED_INPUT_CHANNEL_NUMBER,
14	UDP_ERROR_UNSUPPORTED_OUTPUT_CHANNEL_NUMBER,
15	UDP_ERROR_UNSUPPORTED_GPI_NUMBER,
16	UDP_ERROR_UNSUPPORTED_GPO_NUMBER,
17	UDP_ERROR_INVALID_LEVEL_VALUE,
18	UDP_ERROR_INVALID_RATE_VALUE,
19	UDP_ERROR_GPO_VALUE,

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