Installation guide

Chapter 1: Stage Rack Overview 1
Chapter 1: Stage Rack Overview
Stage Rack Features
The Stage Rack provides the primary audio connections to the
Digidesign VENUE system, handling mic/line source input,
and output to monitors and the main speaker system.
The Stage Rack has a flexible I/O scheme that offers the fol-
lowing capacity:
• Up to 48 inputs with remotely controllable mic preamps
and individually selectable Phantom Power
• Up to 48 outputs
Components
Included Components
The following components are included in a base Stage Rack
configuration:
• Stage Rack unit with 6 SRI (Stage Rack Input) cards and
1 SRO (Stage Rack Output) card
• AC power cord
Additional Required Components
The following component must be purchased separately:
• Digital Snake cable: this cable can be purchased directly
from Digidesign or assembled by your preferred vendor
using the following cable recommendations.
• Connector (x4): BNC male
• Cable Type: Coaxial, 75 ohm
• Max Length: 250 ft (76 m) Belden 1885A or
500 ft (152 m) Belden 1694A
Expansion Options
Expanded Stage Rack I/O Each Stage Rack can be expanded
with up to a total of 6 input cards and 6 output cards, for a to-
tal of up to 48 inputs or up to 48 outputs.
Additional Stage Rack A second Stage Rack can be added to a
D-Show system, for a total of up to 96 inputs or up to 96 out-
puts. (A second Stage Rack requires an additional Digital
Snake card be installed in the FOH Rack.)
Redundant Digital Snake An optional redundant Digital Snake
cable can be run between the FOH Rack and the Stage Rack.
This redundant Snake automatically takes over communica-
tion if the first Snake cable fails.
Operational Requirements
Temperature and Ventilation
The Stage Rack unit should be operated away from heat
sources and with adequate ventilation.
Storage
The Stage Rack unit should be stored and transported at tem-
peratures not lower than 0 degrees F (–18 degrees C) and not
exceeding 140 degrees F (60 degrees C).
Operation
The Stage Rack unit should be operated at temperatures not
lower than 40 degrees F (4 degrees C) and not exceeding
115 degrees F (46 degrees C).
Water and Moisture
The Stage Rack unit should be operated away from sources of
direct moisture and should be kept clear of liquids that might
spill into the units. If condensation is present on the unit,
leave the unit to dry in ambient air for at least one hour before
powering the unit on.
Cleaning and Maintenance
If you need to clean the surface of the Stage Rack unit, use a
dry cloth. Do not apply any cleaning solutions, spray cleaners,
or abrasives to the surface.
Power Connections
Each power supply in the Stage Rack requires its own power
connection. Each power supply is auto voltage-selecting
(100V to 240V). A modular IEC power cable is provided for
each power supply in the unit.