Operation Manual (printable Help file)
Table Of Contents Initialization Properties AudiaFUSION Block AudiaFUSION Control Dialog Window 1 3 3 1. Auto Mixer Combiner _________________________________________________________________________ 6 2. Source Selections ____________________________________________________________________________ 7 3. RED-1 ______________________________________________________________________________________ 8 4. VoIP Blocks ________________________________________________________________________________ 11 5.
Audia-Manual-LTR 15. Format Toolbar _____________________________________________________________________________ 29 16. Font ______________________________________________________________________________________ 29 17. Size_______________________________________________________________________________________ 29 18. Bold ______________________________________________________________________________________ 30 19.
Table Of Contents 29. Layout Toolbar _____________________________________________________________________________ 32 30. Property Sheet _____________________________________________________________________________ 32 31. Layout Property Sheet _______________________________________________________________________ 33 32. Line Property Sheet _________________________________________________________________________ 33 33.
Audia-Manual-LTR 49. Network Toolbar ____________________________________________________________________________ 39 50. Connect ___________________________________________________________________________________ 39 51. Disconnect ________________________________________________________________________________ 40 52. Connect To System _________________________________________________________________________ 40 53.
Table Of Contents 64. Standard Toolbar 65. New ___________________________________________________________________________ 48 ______________________________________________________________________________________ 49 66. Open______________________________________________________________________________________ 49 67. Save ______________________________________________________________________________________ 49 68.
Audia-Manual-LTR 76. Main Menus ________________________________________________________________________________ 51 77. File Menu __________________________________________________________________________________ 51 78. New ______________________________________________________________________________________ 51 79. Open______________________________________________________________________________________ 51 80.
Table Of Contents 98. Paste DSP Data _____________________________________________________________________________ 56 99. Duplicate __________________________________________________________________________________ 56 100. _____________________________________________________________ Select All __________________________________________________________________________________ 56 101.
Audia-Manual-LTR 116. _____________________________________________________________ Layout Compile Results ______________________________________________________________________ 66 117. _____________________________________________________________ Signal Path Identifier ________________________________________________________________________ 67 118.
Table Of Contents 133. _____________________________________________________________ Input Output _______________________________________________________________________________ 79 134. _____________________________________________________________ Input ______________________________________________________________________________________ 80 135.
Audia-Manual-LTR 149. _____________________________________________________________ Mixers ___________________________________________________________________________________ 104 150. _____________________________________________________________ Auto Mixers _______________________________________________________________________________ 105 151.
Table Of Contents 164. _____________________________________________________________ Crossovers _______________________________________________________________________________ 115 165. _____________________________________________________________ 2-Way Crossover___________________________________________________________________________ 116 166.
Audia-Manual-LTR 180. _____________________________________________________________ Controls __________________________________________________________________________________ 127 181. _____________________________________________________________ Level _____________________________________________________________________________________ 128 182.
Table Of Contents 197. _____________________________________________________________ Meters ___________________________________________________________________________________ 143 198. _____________________________________________________________ Signal Present Meter _______________________________________________________________________ 143 199.
Audia-Manual-LTR 208. _____________________________________________________________ Specialty _________________________________________________________________________________ 147 209. _____________________________________________________________ Pass-Through _____________________________________________________________________________ 148 210.
Table Of Contents 226. _____________________________________________________________ Hardware _________________________________________________________________________________ 171 227. _____________________________________________________________ Rear Panel Connections ____________________________________________________________________ 171 228.
Audia-Manual-LTR 240. _____________________________________________________________ Device Number ____________________________________________________________________________ 187 241. _____________________________________________________________ Attribute __________________________________________________________________________________ 189 242.
Table Of Contents 258. _____________________________________________________________ Control Dialog - Overview ___________________________________________________________________ 214 259. _____________________________________________________________ Control Dialog - Levels, Presets, & Meters _____________________________________________________ 215 260.
Introduction AudiaFUSION .AudiaFUSION Networked Amplified Processor is an 8-channel modular amplifier with CobraNet digital I/O, digital signal processing, and automatic channel or device failover. The device provides amplified outputs to directly drive 4, 6, or 8 Ohm low-impedance loudspeaker systems or 70 or 100V constant voltage loudspeaker systems. When placed into the layout from the Object toolbar, AudiaFUSION output blocks are software configurable for 100–600 watts per channel.
Audia-Manual-LTR Group Logic Outputs is used when Enable logic outputs is checked to determine what complement of logic outputs are provided on the AudiaFUSION block. If Group logic outputs is unchecked, the block will feature six logic outputs per channel, plus a global Fan Stuck Rotor output.
Introduction When failover occurs, any received ATP command strings intended for the Primary Channel are automatically routed to the Secondary Channel, and any acknowledgement messages that the Secondary Channel returns will contain the index value of the Primary Channel, even though the Primary Channel is no longer the active channel. This preserves third-party control support during channel failover. Note: Channel failover is not available when Device failover is being used, and vice versa.
Audia-Manual-LTR Device I/O indicates which hardware input is associated with that software channel. If Device failover or Channel failover is in use, an additional column to the right of the Device I/O field will indicate whether that device or channel is Primary (Pri) or Secondary (Sec). Fault There are two types of Faults that the AudiaFUSION can report, categorized as Warnings or Alarms, depending on their severity.
Introduction Channel Failure (CF) Alarm indicates that a hardware failure of the amplifier module has occurred. Audio will be stopped on that channel and channel or device failover will occur, if enabled. Excessive Clipping (EC) Warning indicates that amplifier output clipping has occurred (or would have occurred if the Clip Limiter had not been enabled) and is affected by the Clip Count Threshold parameter (see Clip Count Threshold below).
Audia-Manual-LTR Frequency Band Setup is a dialog window that contains parameters for defining frequency bands over which impedance monitoring should occur. Up to four bands can be defined. Active Band is used to choose which band’s parameters are displayed for modification. Center Freq (Hz) is the center frequency of the active band. Bandwidth (Hz) is the bandwidth of the active band.
Introduction Auto Mixer Combiner blocks enhance the capabilities of Auto Mixers in room combining, mix-minus, and input expansion applications. Auto Mixer Combiners combine control data only and, therefore, have no audio outputs. Inputs to an Auto Mixer Combiner come from the Mix outputs of separate Auto Mixer blocks. Ch / Combine allows input channels (1, 2, 3, etc.) to be grouped into specific combinations (A, B, C, etc.).
Audia-Manual-LTR connection will cause the Source Selection block to switch to the corresponding audio input channel, and the corresponding logic out connection will be at a logic high. All other logic outputs will be low. Double clicking on a Source Selection block produces a control window. Level (dB) adjusts the level (-100 to 12 dB) of the source connected to that channel’s input.
Introduction All programmed panel functions are assigned using the control dialog box, which is produced by double-clicking the RED1 block. A list displays all defined control items, each with a Channel Number and customizable Control Label. The New button creates a control item in the list, and the user is prompted to either accept the default label or enter a new one. Rename allows the user to change the Control Label of the selected control item. Delete removes the selected control item from the list.
Audia-Manual-LTR AEC-2HD Balanced IP-2 Unbalanced IP-2 Unbalanced stereo to two unbalanced inputs OP-2e Balanced Output Unbalanced Output 10
Introduction PA-2 Speaker output 4Ω or 8Ω PA-2 Speaker output BridgedMono Mode 4Ω or 8Ω Telephone Interface. Note That Two Telco Lines Are Used In This Example But Not Required. Local Telephone s Are Not Required For System To Function But Can Be Used As Dialers Or Local Monitors.
Audia-Manual-LTR Hookstate VOIPHOOKSTATE SET, GET 1 0 = off-hook 1 = on-hook Digit(s) to Dial VOIPPHONENUM DIAL 1 enter the phone number Last Number Dialed VOIPLASTNUM GET 1 None Redial VOIPLASTDIALED DIAL 1 None Speed Dial Tel.
Introduction DIAL commands received after the call is connected are sent immediately (as DTMF tones). The dialer can insert delay while sending DTMF tones by inserting commas where desired (each comma provides ½ second of delay). Redial and Speed Dial numbers are assumed to be complete dial strings and do not require # (or wait for a dialing timeout) to be sent. Redial includes only the dial string used to connect the previous call and does not include DTMF tones sent during the connection.
Audia-Manual-LTR Below are some examples of possible string usage: 1. Basic Dialing with timeout to send, talk, and then end call locally with end command SET 0 VOIPHOOKSTATE 104 1 0 // go off hook DIAL 1 VOIPPHONENUM 104 1 1 // dial the digit 1 DIAL 1 VOIPPHONENUM 104 1 2 // dial the digit 2 DIAL 1 VOIPPHONENUM 104 1 3 // dial the digit 3 // … 3 seconds pass (from last DIAL) and request is sent // … Talking... END 1 VOIPCALL 104 1 2.
Introduction END 1 VOIPCALL 104 1 4. Incoming call & answer and end locally // incoming call (ringing…) SET 1 VOIPHOOKSTATE 104 1 0 // answer call // … Talking... END 1 VOIPCALL 104 1 5. Incoming call & reject // incoming call (ringing…) END 1 VOIPCALL 104 1 // reject call 6. Incoming call & answer, Place call on hold, resume call, and end locally // incoming call (ringing…) ANS 1 VOIPCALL 104 1 // answer call // … Talking...
Audia-Manual-LTR Audia is a Digital Audio Platform, which provides distributed digital audio, signal processing, and control. Audia is a networkable, decentralized audio system, which is easy to configure & program. Audia allows the installer to quickly & accurately define the exact sound system required for each job. Audia is software programmable, easily expandable, and remotely controllable. Audia utilizes both CobraNet® and Ethernet for enhanced system networking and control.
Introduction Six 60 MHz 32-bit floating point Analog Devices SHARC DSPs (360 MFLOPS) 80 MHz 32-bit Motorola Power PC host processor 32 Mbytes SDRAM 8 Mbytes Flash ROM Ethernet communications for software control and configuration Support of TCP/IP, UDP and ICMP (ping) networking standards Battery backed real-time clock and calendar Powered Remote Control Bus for easy addition of AUDIA control devices; touch screens, rotary encoders, and contact switches RS-232 serial port
Audia-Manual-LTR Special text block object to enter freeform text and label information Easy-to-use tools for object alignment, sizing, packing, spacing & centering Fully supported object drag-and-drop between Catalog and view, and between views Fully supported multiple layers within a drawing Support of Clipboard operation Programmable presets Export file types: DXF (drawing interchange format) & EMF (enhanced meta files) Architect's & Engineer's Specifications AUDIA® Digital A
Introduction The Digital Audio Platform shall be AUDIA®. AudiaSOLO Digital Audio Platform ARCHITECT'S & ENGINEER'S SPECIFICATION The Digital Audio Platform shall be available in three hardware configurations: 8-in/8-out (8x8); 12-in/4-out (12x4); and 4-in/12-out (4x12). Inputs and outputs shall be analog, with internal 24-bit A/D & D/A converters operating at a sample rate of 48kHz. All internal processing shall be digital (DSP).
Audia-Manual-LTR Each hardware configuration shall include six 60MHz 32-bit floating point DSPs. Software shall be provided for creating/connecting DSP system components within each hardware unit. Available system components shall include (but not be limited to) various forms of: mixers, equalizers, filters, crossovers, dynamics/gain controls, routers, delays, remote controls, meters, generators, and diagnostics.
Introduction The Output Expander shall provide eight channels of digital audio input via CobraNet®, on two rear panel RJ45 connectors. Internal digital-toanalog signal conversion shall be 24-bit, with a sample rate of 48kHz. Eight line-level analog audio outputs shall be provided on rear panel plug-in barrier strip connectors. Front panel level controls shall be provided for adjustment of the analog audio output signals.
Audia-Manual-LTR The Digital Output Expander shall be represented as a functional block within AUDIA® software, for easy inclusion into system designs. The Digital Output Expander shall also be capable of providing digital audio outputs from other CobraNet compliant systems or devices. The Output Expander shall be CE marked, include a UL listed power source, and carry a five-year warranty. The Digital Output Expander shall be AudiaEXPO-D.
Introduction 7. No agent, employee, distributor or dealer of Biamp Systems is authorized to modify this warranty or to make additional warranties on behalf of Biamp Systems. statements, representations or warranties made by any dealer do not constitute warranties by Biamp Systems. Biamp Systems shall not be responsible or liable for any statement, representation or warranty made by any dealer or other person. 8.
Software Tools Basic Screen Elements The main screen of the Audia® software has several sections. The Layout occupies the largest portion of the main screen, at the lower-right. This is the area where system design actually occurs, with the placement & connection of Component Objects. Component Objects represent the individual audio devices (processing blocks) within the system. Other objects include Lines (for connecting components) and Text (for labeling the system).
Audia-Manual-LTR Layout The Layout occupies the largest portion of the main screen, at the lower-right. This is the area where system design actually occurs, with the placement & connection of Component Objects. Component Objects represent the individual audio devices (processing blocks) within the system. Other objects include Lines (for connecting components) and Text (for labeling the system).
Software Tools Bird's Eye View The Bird's Eye View provides a thumb-nail sketch of the entire system design, to aid navigation within the Layout. Bird's Eye View initially covers an area of only 8" x 5", but will automatically increase size to cover a larger system design. A black rectangle frames the viewable area. The rectangle may be dragged to view any location within the system design. The rectangle also has handles to re-size the viewable area, from a minimum of 4" x 2.5" to a maximum of 16" x 10".
Audia-Manual-LTR A Processing Library of available Component Objects is displayed, at the lower-left of the main screen. The Component Objects are organized in the following categories: Input Output; Mixers; Equalizers; Filters; Crossovers; Dynamics; Routers; Delays; Controls; Meters; Generators; and Diagnostics. Once a category is selected, the pre-defined components available from that category will be displayed underneath the category heading.
Software Tools Each category is represented by an icon, with a drop-down menu to the right. To place a Component Object, first choose the appropriate category, then select the desired component from the drop-down menu. Once the component has been selected, simply left-click at the desired location on the Layout. Left-clicking a category icon will select the component which occurs first in the menu list.
Audia-Manual-LTR Bold Changes the selected text to a thicker version of the chosen font. Italic Changes the selected text to an italicized version of the chosen font. Align Left Aligns the selected text to the left margin of the Component or Text Object. Center Centers the selected text between the left and right margins of the Component or Text Object. Align Right Aligns the selected text to the right margin of the Component or Text Object.
Software Tools Left-clicking the icon applies the color which was selected last. Text Color Provides a drop-down menu for changing the text color in selected Component or Text Objects. Left-clicking the icon applies the color which was selected last. Fore Color Provides a drop-down menu for changing the color of the lower and right borders, as well as any internal Hatching, of the selected Component, Line, or Text Objects. Left-clicking the icon applies the color which was selected last.
Audia-Manual-LTR Hatch Style Provides a drop-down menu for changing the hatching style within the selected Component or Text Objects. Left-clicking the icon applies the style which was selected last. Layout Toolbar Layout Toolbar The Layout Toolbar affects certain aspects of Layout, such as the grid, rulers, zooming, & alignment of Component Objects. The Layout Toolbar can also open editing/information sheets for properties, objects, & layers.
Software Tools Layout Property Sheet Provides an editable table of attributes regarding the Layout. Only Display Attributes are shown for the Layout. Most Display Attributes duplicate functions found in the Format Toolbar However, some exceptions are as follows: PrintScale is entered as decimal information, where 0.5 = 50% or 2.0 = 200%. ViewLayers opens the Layers Sheet. Tag is for user comments or other identifying text.
Audia-Manual-LTR group of selected components (multi-selection) to appear on the menu. Object Property Sheet Both Display and DSP Attributes are shown for component objects. Most Display Attributes duplicate functions found in the Format Toolbar. However, some exceptions are as follows: Object Code is a non-editable identifier. Left, Top, Width, & Height specify object location and size (in pixels). Use Gradient Background changes the block color from gradient shading (default) to solid.
Software Tools inputs/outputs on a component. On most component blocks, this labeling appears only when the cursor is over the associated node. A Menu icon (upper-right of title-bar) allows the Property Sheet to be docked or floating, and to be hidden (closed) or to utilize Auto Hide (if docked). The menu may also be accessed by right-clicking over the Property Sheet. The thumb-tack allows the Property Sheet to remain open while selecting other objects (disables Auto Hide).
Audia-Manual-LTR Provides an editable table of Layer properties. Layers can be used to separate a Layout into multiple parts. The Layers can be organized with regards to object types, system segments, or any other criteria. The Default Layer always remains, but other Layers may be created or removed, using Add & Delete. Layers may be selected directly from the list. Up & Down change the position of a Layer in the list only (Layers are not stacked, so this does not affect Tab Order or visual overlapping).
Software Tools Decreases magnification of Layout in 25% increments. Zoom 1:1 Returns magnification of Layout to 100%. Zoom Level Provides a drop-down menu of available Zoom magnifications (50% ~ 200% in 25% increments). Pack Objects Provides a drop-down menu for packing selected objects next to each other. The target location for packing left/right is the top-most selected object. The target location for packing top/bottom is the left-most selected object.
Audia-Manual-LTR Left-clicking the icon applies the alignment which was selected last. Center In View Provides a drop-down menu for centering the Layout view on the selected objects. Left-clicking the icon applies the centering which was selected last. Space Provides a drop-down menu for evenly spacing selected objects. Spacing is determined between the two most distantly spaced selected objects. Left-clicking the icon applies the spacing which was selected last.
Software Tools Left-clicking the icon applies the sizing which was selected last. To Front Or Back Provides a drop-down menu for changing the order in which overlapping objects appear on the Layout. The selected object(s) will either move in front of overlying objects, or will move behind underlying objects. Left-clicking the icon applies the direction which was selected last.
Audia-Manual-LTR Disconnect Ends communications with all Audia® devices on the network. See System Network Considerations. Connect To System Establishes communication with, and retrieves data from, selected Audia® systems on the network (see System Network Considerations). Opens System Connect dialog box (see System Connect Considerations). Password protection is then available from the Tools Menu.
Software Tools Sync Data Re-synchronizes the software with all connected Audia® devices in the system. NOTE: An 'Auto-Update' feature now allows software to detect system changes, and automatically re-synchronize with the devices where changes have occurred. Start Audio Enables audio signal flow within the selected system. See System Network Considerations. Start Audio is available only after Send Configuration has been successfully performed.
Audia-Manual-LTR Device Maintenance Dialog Box Device Information provides information (such as firmware version, input/output configuration, etc.) regarding the selected device. Set Date/Time allows update of the internal real-time clock, and sycronization to an external PC/server. Set IP Address assigns a device IP Address such as 192.168.1.X (where range of X = 1~254). The factory default IP Address is 192.168.1.101.
Software Tools When a valid firmware file is selected, a dialog window is produced that shows all discovered devices in a table with columns indicating System ID, Device IP Address, and other details for each unit. To specify a unit for updating, place a check in that unit’s Update box. Buttons are provided to Select All entries and Clear All entries. Press the Update button to perform the firmware update on the selected units and Cancel to exit this window.
Audia-Manual-LTR Set Device ID allows the selected remote device to be given a name that matches that of the corresponding block in the design layout file. Set Lock Code allows the selected remote device to be assigned password protection. During normal operation, the user will be prompted for the password before being given control access.
Software Tools Set IP Address allows the selected remote device to be assigned an IP address. Use the default setting (which allows the device to obtain an IP address automatically from a DHCP server on the network) in most cases, except possibly when adding RED-1 devices to an existing Ethernet network. When a RED-1 device is selected, the Set Timeouts button becomes active. Set Timeouts allows the Device Lock, LCD Dimmer, and Device Sleep timeouts for the RED-1 to be modified.
Audia-Manual-LTR Set IP Address Audia IP Configuration assigns a device IP Address such as 192.168.1.X (where range of X = 1~254). The factory default IP Address is 192.168.1.101. However, IP Addresses cannot be duplicated, even in simple (Audia® only) networks, and must be carefully managed when network topology is more complex. Audia CobraNet IP Configuration assigns an IP Address to the Audia control interface presented by the CobraNet module in the Audia device.
Software Tools The Advanced button opens the Change Time Server IP Address screen, which allows specific SNTP servers on the network to be designated as sources for periodic date/time retreival by the Audia® device. These servers are designated by their IP addresses, and can include secondary and ternary backups to the primary server. RCB Devices RCB Devices opens a list of devices connected to the Remote Control Bus of the selected Audia device.
Audia-Manual-LTR Remote Ethernet Devices Paging Station Devices opens a list of Networked Paging Station-1 devices connected to the CobraNet network of the selected Audia device. Set Station ID allows the selected paging station to be given a name that matches that of the corresponding block in the design layout file. More than one paging station may be identified with the same design block (same Station ID). Set Lock Code allows the selected paging station to be assigned password protection.
Software Tools Tools New Begins a new Audia® system design file (.DAP). Open Opens an existing Audia® system design file (.DAP). Save Saves the current Audia® system design file (.DAP) under My Documents. Compile Provides system design analysis and calculates DSP processing requirements. Makes initial determinations of quantity/type of Audia® devices needed, CobraNet® channel assignments, and allocation of DSP resources. Also provides indication of system design errors.
Audia-Manual-LTR Cut Removes the selected object(s) from the Layout, and places them in the Clipboard. Copy Places a copy of the selected object(s) into the Clipboard. Paste Places a copy of the object(s) from the Clipboard into the Layout. Undo Will undo last operation. Redo Will redo most recent Undo operation. Print Opens a print dialog box, to adjust printer settings and print the Layout. Help You're looking at it.
Software Tools Main Menus Main Menus The Main Menus provide most of the toolbar functions mentioned previously, in Basic Screen Elements, as well as several more in-depth functions. Main Menus includes the following individual menus: File; Edit; View; Processing Library; Presets; Custom Blocks; Tools; Layout; Window; and Help. Keyboard shortcuts are shown on the menus, where applicable. File Menu File Menu Select any function from the menu shown below for more information.
Audia-Manual-LTR Opens an existing Audia® system design file (.DAP). Export Allows the Audia® Layout to be exported in different file formats. DXF format is for use with CAD programs. EMF (Enhanced MetaFile) is for insertion as a picture into documents such as Word & PowerPoint. DSP Data to Text provides signal processing data in Text file format. Export Paging System provides paging system data in Text file format. Close Closes and saves the current Audia® system design file.
Software Tools but it may not find the best solution or not find any solution. In the Extended mode, the compiler performs more profound analysis of the system design and may find a solution even if none was found in the Quick mode. The Compile button on the Standard Toolbar normally launches the Quick mode by default. If the Ctrl key is pressed when the Quick command is selected (from either the Standard Toolbar or the File Menu) the Compiler is launched in Extended mode.
Audia-Manual-LTR Print Preview Previews printing results based on Print Setup. Print Setup Opens a print dialog box to adjust printer settings. Recent File Provides a list of recently saved files for convenient access. Exit Closes the Audia® software program. Also provides prompt to save the current Audia system design file if necessary. If a file is open during Exit, that file will automatically open at next session.
Software Tools Menu Items Undo Will undo last operation. Redo Will redo most recent Undo operation. Cut Removes the selected object(s) from the Layout, and places them in the Clipboard. Copy Places a copy of the selected object(s) into the Clipboard. Paste Places a copy of the object(s) from the Clipboard into the Layout. Copy DSP Data Places a copy of the DSP data from the selected object into the Clipboard. DSP Data represents the current settings of that Component Object.
Audia-Manual-LTR Paste DSP Data Places a copy of the DSP data from the Clipboard into the selected Component Object. DSP Data represents the current settings of that Component Object. See Component Object Properties. DSP Data can be pasted simultaneously into multiple Component Objects. NOTE: Software now supports Copy/Paste DSP Data between blocks which are of the same type, but which have different sized configurations. Examples: 4x4 & 8x8 Matrix Mixers; 3-band & 5-band Parametric EQ.
Software Tools View Menu View Menu Toolbars provides a drop-down menu to turn on/off any of the toolbars (see Basic Screen Elements). Also, the appearance and functionality of new and existing toolbars and menus can be ‘Customized’. Status Bar, Ruler Bars, Zoom, & Bird's Eye Viewer select those functions, as found on the Layout Toolbar. Processing Library Menu Processing Library Menu Provides a list of Component Object categories from the Processing Library.
Audia-Manual-LTR Presets Menu Presets Menu Select any function from the menu shown below for more information Menu Items Create/Edit/Recall Provides the Create/Edit Preset dialog box, for creating, editing, saving, and recalling presets. Each preset can have a custom Preset Name, and will automatically be assigned a Preset ID number. A check-box is provided to assign the selected preset to be Set As Power-Up Default. This preset will automatically be recalled each time the system is powered up.
Software Tools A tab at the upper-right of the Create/Edit Preset dialog box provides additional functions. Next ID and Prev ID allow selection from a list of existing presets. Recall retrieves all settings stored in the selected preset. New selects the next available Preset ID, for creation of a new preset. Save will overwrite the selected Preset ID with all changes, including Preset Name. Save As will write changes into the next available Preset ID. Delete will remove the selected preset from memory.
Audia-Manual-LTR Recall Provides the Recall Preset dialog box, for recalling existing presets. Recall Preset will retrieve all settings stored in the selected preset. Presets can also be recalled using components called Preset Buttons and Remote Preset Buttons, which can be placed into the Layout from Controls on the Object Toolbar. Custom Blocks Menu Custom Blocks Menu Multiple component objects may be merged into a single custom block.
Software Tools Menu Items Create Custom Block Document Create Custom Block Document opens a new DAP file, and a Create Custom DSP Block screen determines the quantities of audio and logic inputs/outputs necessary for the custom block. These quantities should match the combined totals from all components to be included in the custom block. Once quantities are selected, appropriate APT (Audio PassThrough) and LPT (Logic Pass-Through) blocks are placed into the layout.
Audia-Manual-LTR Control settings also remain part of any Custom Block which has been copied into the Processing Library. These control settings may again be addressed once the Custom Block is placed into a new DAP design file. However, to prevent tampering with control settings, password protection may be added to a Custom Block via the Property Sheet. This option is available only while working in the Custom Block DAP file.
Software Tools Tools Menu Tools Menu Select any function from the menu shown below for more information Menu Items Passwords Provides the Set Passwords dialog box, for establishing password protection in selected Audia® devices. Set Password allows up to four levels of protection, each with a unique password (6~16 characters). Designer level allows access to system configuration, component settings, storing/recalling presets, and password assignments.
Audia-Manual-LTR NOTE: You must first Send Configuration to a device before a Password can be assigned. Passwords cannot be assigned to non-configured devices or design layouts. Equipment Table Provides an editable table of Audia® devices in the system design. Add and Remove can be used to manually change the hardware design. However, Compile will add devices if needed (but will not automatically remove unnecessary devices).
Software Tools An RCB tab at the lower-left of the Equipment Table dialog box provides an editable table of devices connected to the Remote Control Bus of the Audia devices in the system design. This table is used to establish proper association between external physical controls and their corresponding component counterparts in the layout. Each DevID (control component) should be matched to an appropriate Serial # (physical control).
Audia-Manual-LTR Layout Compile Results Provides the most recent Compile results, with a list of chassis, cards, expanders, and RCB devices included in the design. This information may be viewed at any time.
Software Tools Clicking on CobraNet Info provides a spreadsheet of CobraNet® channels used in the system. The upper row and left column are the Audia unit IDs taken from the Equipment Table. 'Extern' denotes external CobraNet I/O devices of all types. CobraNet Info is enabled via Compile Options. Signal Path Identifier Provides a temporary color-coded identification of all audio signal paths (Lines) which are associated with a selected Line Object.
Audia-Manual-LTR General Options Allows Data Files (system designs) and Processing Libraries (Component Objects) to be saved to specified directory locations. Allows Save AutoRecover time to be adjusted or disabled. Allows most recent Component Object selection to be retained, for repeated placement into Layout. Allows Meter activity to be disabled (locked), to reduce network data traffic. Allows Preset Buttons to display identifier numbers, or simply the word 'Recall'.
Software Tools Compile Options Allows Auto Device Add to be disabled, or Audia® device type preference to be specified (guides Compile function in determining hardware requirements). See System Compiling Considerations. Allows Global Delay Equalization to be disabled system-wide (see System Compiling Considerations). Allows Local Delay Equalization to be enabled for I/O blocks which have Global Delay Equalization turned off (provides localized delay equalization for multi-input DSP blocks such as mixers).
Audia-Manual-LTR Network Options Network Device Discovery Method allows the user to choose a method to Connect To Network. UDP Broadcast is the default 'message' based routine, which looks for devices on a common network. TCP User Supplied Device List allows connection to a specified list of device IP addresses. This approach is 'communication' based, and allows the user the ability to: avoid firewall conflicts; create custom device lists; access multiple sub-networks; connect remotely via modem.
Software Tools Edit Device List allows creation of the TCP User Supplied Device List. Use Add to create a new entry, double-click under Subnet Address, and enter only the first three sets of numbers. Then click Edit Nodes and select the appropriate final set of numbers for the intended device(s).
Audia-Manual-LTR Default Network Interface Card allows selection of a specific network interface card (NIC), when multiple cards are available on the computer being used to run Audia software. Default Network Timeout is a user-definable period of time after which software will time out if it does not get a response from firmware. If connected to the network at the time of changing the Default Network Timeout, changes are not applied until the software has disconnected from the network and reconnected.
Software Tools Layout Menu Layout Menu Most Layout Menu items duplicate functions found in the Layout Toolbar. However, some exceptions are as follows: Align Objects; Order; Objects; and Grid Settings. Menu Items Align Objects Align Objects provides Vertical Center & Horizontal Center functions, in addition to the Align Edges functions found on the Layout Toolbar. Order Order provides Bring Forward & Send Backward functions, in addition to the To Front Or Back functions found on the Layout Toolbar.
Audia-Manual-LTR Object Sheet Provides a list of all objects within the Layout. Normally, objects can be selected sequentially using the Tab key. The Object Sheet allows the order of this Tab selection to be changed. Objects may be selected directly from the list. When an object is selected, Up and Down change the Tab Order position of that object. Grid Settings Grid Settings allows the Layout Grid to be customized. Show Grid turns the Grid on/off.
Software Tools Help Menu Help Menu Provides Audia® Help Topics and About Audia information. Status Bar Status Bar The Status Bar, along the bottom of the main screen, provides system information. The left side of the Status Bar (shown above) indicates system status, tool tips, instance IDs, or flash update information. The center of the Status Bar (also shown above) indicates system/network connection status (with progress bar), session privilege level, and device DSP usage.
Audia-Manual-LTR Ctrl + F4 close document Alt + F4 close application cut/copy/paste – for selected object(s) Ctrl + C copy selected objects Ctrl + V paste copied objects Ctrl + D duplicate selected object Ctrl + U copy DSP data Ctrl + T paste DSP data Ctrl + X cut selected objects (copy) Del delete selected objects (no copy) Alt + drag selected objects duplicate (to Layout or Library) Ctrl + F move selected objects to front Ctrl + B move selected objects to back Ctrl + G show/hide
Software Tools Shift + L Delays Shift + T Controls Shift + M Meters Shift + G Generators Shift + N Diagnostics Shift + 1~0 Custom Processing Libraries 1~10 line drawing – for a selected line Alt + click on line add bend point Shift + Alt + click on bend point delete bend point Shift + drag line bus move all lines in bus Shift + draw line fan-out to multiple nodes Ctrl + Move object temporary reversal of Snap To Grid Grid 77
Component Objects Input Output Input Output These Component Objects provide the audio inputs/outputs (I/O) to the system. Analog and CobraNet® (digital) I/O are both available, allowing system designs to include A/D & D/A converters which have CobraNet capability.
Audia-Manual-LTR Control Dialogs Input Device IO indicates which hardware input is associated with that software channel. Gain In compensates for different input levels (mic or line), and should be set so Peak In flashes only occasionally (6dB headroom). Phan Pwr assigns +48 Volt phantom power to the input for condenser microphones. Mute In turns the input signal on/off. Level In adjusts the relative input volume. Invert In reverses the polarity of the input signal.
Component Objects When using AudiaFLEX hardware, an Enable Output Attenuation check-box may be selected when placing an Output block into the Layout from the Object Toolbar. With newer OP-2e output cards, this allows the Full Scale Out reference level to be changed on individual outputs, from +24dBu to OdBu in 6dB steps, or -31dBu (mic level). NOTE: Earlier OP2 output cards support only line or mic level output. Therefore, settings other than -31dBu (mic level) will result in a +24dBu (line level) output.
Audia-Manual-LTR Note: CobraNet Input blocks of less than 8 channels may now be used. When a block is placed into the Layout from the Object Toolbar, a dialog will appear, allowing the Channel Count to be specified. When using 'unicast'* bundles, each block must still have a unique bundle number. However, smaller Channel Counts will allow for an increase in the use of 'flexible CobraNet bundles' (see System Network Considerations).
Component Objects Note: CobraNet Output blocks of less than 8 channels may now be used. When a block is placed into the Layout from the Object Toolbar, a dialog will appear, allowing the Channel Count to be specified. Each block must still have a unique bundle number. However, smaller Channel Counts will allow for an increase in the use of 'flexible CobraNet bundles' (see System Network Considerations).
Audia-Manual-LTR Fixed 12-Channel Output If standard Audia® or AudiaSOLO hardware is being used, then microphone level outputs are available on 4x12 configurations. However, to make use of this feature, a Fixed 12-Channel Output block must be placed in the layout. This block contains all of the features normally found on an Output block, plus Mic Lvl 1, Mic Lvl 2, Mic Lvl 3, and Mic Lvl 4 buttons. These buttons allow each of Outputs 1~4 to be set for either microphone level (-55dB) or line level (0dB).
Component Objects In applications where only background noise reduction is desired, AEC can be turned off and no AEC Ref connection is required. Noise Reduction is intended for 'stationary' or steady-state background noises, such as from HVAC systems, fans, motors, or other mechanical devices. Device IO indicates which hardware input is associated with that software channel. Gain In compensates for different input levels (mic or line), and should be set so Peak In flashes only occasionally (6dB headroom).
Audia-Manual-LTR The Advanced dialog for newer AEC-2HD cards includes added features. Ref, Mic, and Out display levels at the AEC Ref block and at the AEC block (pre & post AEC respectively). Echo Detect indicates AEC in progress. Echo Path Changed indicates AEC converging. Min Threshold prevents AEC re-convergence due to momentarily low levels (such as muted mics).
Component Objects EXPO EXPO blocks are similar to CobraNet Output blocks, except they are designed for use with AudiaEXPO hardware specifically and, therefore, automatically allow for Internal Propagation Delay. CobraNet® Output blocks may be used with AudiaEXPO hardware, but Internal Propagation Delay must be manually set (0.33mS). Mute Out turns the output signal on/off. Level Out adjusts the relative output volume. Invert Out reverses the polarity of the output signal.
Audia-Manual-LTR EXPI-D EXPI-D blocks are similar to CobraNet Input blocks, except they are designed for use with AudiaEXPI-D hardware specifically and, therefore, automatically allow for Internal Propagation Delay. CobraNet® Input blocks may be used with AudiaEXPI-D hardware, but Internal Propagation Delay must be manually set (1.67mS). Adjust external signal source so that Peak In flashes only occasionally (6dB headroom). Mute In turns the input signal on/off. Level In adjusts the relative input volume.
Component Objects EXPO-D EXPO-D blocks are similar to CobraNet Output blocks, except they are designed for use with AudiaEXPO-D hardware specifically and, therefore, automatically allow for Internal Propagation Delay. CobraNet® Output blocks may be used with AudiaEXPO hardware, but Internal Propagation Delay must be manually set (0.00mS). Mute Out turns the output signal on/off. Level Out adjusts the relative output volume. Invert Out reverses the polarity of the output signal.
Audia-Manual-LTR The Receive block provides an output mix of incoming audio and internal ring tone signals. Also, a Hook Switch (HS) control input node allows manual answering of incoming calls, and a Ring Indication (RI) control output node provides indication of incoming calls. Double-clicking the Receive block produces a control dialog box. Auto Answer selects the number of rings (or OFF) for automatic answering of incoming calls. Input provides level adjustment and muting of incoming audio signals.
Component Objects Double-clicking the Transmit block produces a control dialog box. Output provides level adjustment and muting of outgoing audio signals. The Dialer block provides several control input nodes: nodes 1~16 trigger corresponding speed-dial numbers; Rdl triggers redial of last number; HF triggers hook flash; and DM selects pulse dial mode (not currently supported). A control output node (D) provides indication of dialing in progress.
Audia-Manual-LTR Device IO indicates which hardware input is associated with that software channel. Keypad (1~#) allows number entry via computer mouse. A text box below the Keypad displays the number entry, and allows number entry via computer keyboard ("," = pause). Clear deletes the current number. Send dials the current number and becomes End for terminating the call. Tone/Pulse selects the dialing mode. Flash produces a hook flash on an active line.
Component Objects Double-clicking the Control/Status block produces a control dialog box. Device IO indicates which hardware input is associated with that software channel. Auto Disconnect provides three methods of call termination (the method used depends on the far-end equipment). Loop Drop detects interruptions in the current of the telephone circuit, Call Progress detects a special tone indicating call termination, and some far-end equipment may use a combination of Loop Drop + Call Progress.
Audia-Manual-LTR Double-clicking the Receive block produces a control dialog box. Device IO indicates which hardware input is associated with that software channel. Input provides level adjustment and muting of incoming audio signals. Call Progress Tone Level (dB) provides level adjustment for any internally-generated tones, such as dial tone, busy tone, ring tone, etc. The Transmit block provides input connections for outgoing audio signals.
Component Objects The Status window displays caller ID information when a call is received or error information if the card suffers an error condition during startup. Successful transition to an Idle state indicates that the card has booted, initialized and is ready for use. Keypad (1~#) allows number entry via computer mouse and is active both before the call is initiated and after, which is useful in navigating a voice prompt system or entering an access PIN.
Audia-Manual-LTR Right-clicking over buttons 1~16 provides a dialog box for entering speed-dial numbers and labeling. Double-clicking over a previous entry will allow editing. A Dialer control dialog box can be minimized to create a user control surface (see Customizing Component Objects). VoIP Advanced Settings Clicking on the Advanced button in the VoIP Console Control Dialog will produce the VoIP Advanced Settings Dialog. The Advanced Settings are not available while a call is in progress.
Component Objects Dialing Timeout - This is the amount of time (in seconds) the card will wait after the last dialed digit before sending the call for off hook dialing (default is 3). Dialing the # character will bypass the timeout setting and send the call immediately. This setting is adjustable per line. Ring Type - This sets the audible ring style for incoming calls (default is Classical) and is adjustable per line.
Audia-Manual-LTR NETWORK The items on the Network tab of the Advanced Settings Dialog are only editable when Audia Software is not connected to a system. Enable VLAN and VLAN ID - When this setting is enabled, the VoIP card will tag outgoing packets with the specified VLAN ID and will only respond to packets tagged with the same VLAN ID. VLANs can also be set up by switch port. This should only be enabled if requested by the network administrator. These settings are adjustable per card.
Component Objects PROTOCOL The items on the Protocol tab of the Advanced Settings Dialog are only editable when Audia Software is not connected to a system. Subscriber Number - This is the number or extension that others call to reach you. It should be provided by the network administrator. 10 characters max. This setting is adjustable per line. Proxy Username and Password - These are the authentication credentials for the VoIP Proxy Server. They should be provided by the network administrator.
Audia-Manual-LTR Outbound Proxy Port – This value should be provided by the network administrator (default is 5060). Values in the range of 0 to 65535 are possible. This setting is adjustable per line. QoS The items on the QoS tab of the Advanced Settings Dialog are only editable when Audia Software is not connected to a system. QoS is Quality of Service. These settings are used to manage network bandwidth.
Component Objects STATUS This display window provides an overview of many relevant network settings. When disconnected, a message appears in the Network Status window stating: "Unavailable when not connected." The "Codec Last Used" field will state unknown when a VoIP-2 card is first installed. The field will update with the actual last used codec after a call has been completed.
Audia-Manual-LTR cannot exceed 120 Watts. Device IO indicates which hardware output is associated with that software channel. Fault L & T indicate Load and Temperature fault conditions. Mute Out turns the output signal on/off. Gain Out adjusts the relative sensitivity of the amplifier. Invert Out reverses the polarity of the output signal. Clip Limiter Out enables a limiter to prevent overdriving the amplifier.
Component Objects buttons for page routing, as well as logic control output nodes indicating button activity. Logic control output nodes are always present to verify CobraNet (CN) and microphone (MG) signals, and to indicate any button activity (Any). Networked Paging Station-1 units are assigned a Station ID that matches that of the corresponding block. More than one unit may be associated with the same block (Station ID). Double-clicking the block produces the control dialog.
Audia-Manual-LTR Mixers Mixers These Component Objects provide typical audio mixing functions, in five categories: Standard Mixers; Matrix Mixers; Auto Mixers; Mix-Minus Combiners; and Room Combiners. Mix-Minus Combiners are provided to enhance the capabilities of Auto Mixers in mix-minus and input expansion applications. Room Combiners are provided to enhance the capabilities of Auto Mixers in room combining and zone routing applications.
Component Objects Control Dialogs Auto Mixers Mute In turns the input signal on/off. Level In adjusts the relative input volume. Ch / Bus assigns inputs to the output. Mute Out turns the output signal on/off. Level Out adjusts the relative output volume. Right-clicking over certain settings will provide a menu of additional options. Unlike other components, Mixers allow labeling of inputs/outputs within their dialog boxes. See Channel Identifier under Object Property Sheet.
Audia-Manual-LTR Channel Settings affects individual channel settings, but may be applied to all channels. Manual turns on/off channel gating. NOM Gain turns on/off channel contribution to NOM (number of open mics) attenuation. Direct Output designates channel direct output signal as Post Gate / Pre NOM, Post Gate / Post NOM, or Off. (Direct Outputs must be enabled when placing Auto Mixers from the Object Toolbar.) Set All causes current Channel Settings to be applied to all channels.
Component Objects Matrix Mixers Mute In turns the input signal on/off. Level In adjusts the relative input volume. Ch / Bus assigns inputs to specific outputs, and right-clicking allows level adjustment. Mute Out turns the output signal on/off. Level Out adjusts the relative output volume. Matrix Mixers w/Delay are also available. Mix Table assigns Ch / Bus to affect either level or delay settings. Right-clicking over certain settings will provide a menu of additional options.
Audia-Manual-LTR When a Room Combiner is placed, an Initialization Properties dialog box appears for creating physical relationships between rooms. The overall space is first defined by leftclicking multiple squares (noncontiguous rooms are allowed). Right-clicking then provides a menu of additional options, such as Merge adjacent squares into larger rooms, and Isolate rooms which have no moveable partitions.
Component Objects Once a Room Combiner is placed, the Control Dialog Box is available, which displays the overall space, including zones, partitions, levels, and mutes. Moveable partitions are numbered relative to control input nodes on the block. Combining may be accomplished 'automatically' by manipulation of these partitions. Moveable partitions can be opened/closed by means of external controls (see Controls & RS-232/Telnet).
Audia-Manual-LTR Once a Component Object is placed into the Layout, all available settings can be accessed by double-clicking over the object. This produces a Control Dialog Box, which displays the component controls in a more conventional user interface. see Parametric Equalizer Control Dialog see Graphic Equalizer Control Dialog see Feedback Suppressor Control Dialog Right-clicking over the object provides a pop-up menu of options.
Component Objects Graphic Equalizer Active Band selects the current band to be adjusted. Center Freq. displays the center frequency for the current band. Gain adjusts the amount of cut or boost applied at the center frequency for the current band. Active Band and Gain may also be adjusted by dragging the band controls shown inside the graph. The selected band control becomes yellow, and dragging it up/down affects Gain for that band. Flatten Band & Flatten All change the band(s) Gain to '0' (flat).
Audia-Manual-LTR Feedback Suppressors behave like automatic cut-only parametric equalizers. They utilize 'floating' bands of equalization which detect and remove feedback frequencies. Active Band selects the current band for which settings will be displayed. Center Freq. displays the center frequency for the current band. Gain displays the amount of cut applied at the center frequency for the current band.
Component Objects Control Dialogs High Pass Filter Filter / Slope selects the type (Linkwitz-Riley or Butterworth) and slope of the filter. Cutoff Freq. selects the cutoff frequency for the filter. Cutoff Freq. may also be adjusted by dragging the cursor shown inside the graph. Bypass disables the filter without changing settings. Right-clicking over certain settings will provide a menu of additional options.
Audia-Manual-LTR High Shelf Filter Gain selects the amount of maximum cut or boost applied by the filter. Cutoff Freq. selects the cutoff frequency for the filter. These settings may also be adjusted by dragging the cursor shown inside the graph. Bypass disables the filter without changing settings. Right-clicking over certain settings will provide a menu of additional options. Low Shelf Filter Gain selects the amount of maximum cut or boost applied by the filter. Cutoff Freq.
Component Objects All-Pass Filter All-Pass Filters are so named because they do not affect frequency response. Instead, they affect signal phase only and, therefore, can be used to compensate for the phase anomalies caused by normal equalization filters. All-Pass Filters are available with up to sixteen bands. Active Band selects the current band to be adjusted. Center Freq. adjusts the center frequency for the current band.
Audia-Manual-LTR Once a Component Object is placed into the Layout, all available settings can be accessed by double-clicking over the object. This produces a Control Dialog Box, which displays the component controls in a more conventional user interface. see 2-Way Crossover Control Dialog see 3-Way Crossover Control Dialog see 4-Way Crossover Control Dialog Right-clicking over the object provides a pop-up menu of options.
Component Objects 3-Way Crossover Input Level provides muting and level adjustment for the input. Output Range selects the Low, Mid, or High frequency output. Frequency selects the filter cutoff frequencies for the selected output. Output Range & Frequency may also be selected by dragging the cursors shown inside the graph. Filter / Slope selects the type (Linkwitz-Riley or Butterworth) and slope of filter used at the associated Frequency.
Audia-Manual-LTR Input Level provides muting and level adjustment for the input. Output Range selects the Low, Low-Mid, Mid-High, or High frequency output. Frequency selects the filter cutoff frequencies for the selected output. Output Range & Frequency may also be selected by dragging the cursors shown inside the graph. Filter / Slope selects the type (Linkwitz-Riley or Butterworth) and slope of filter used at the associated Frequency.
Component Objects Control Dialogs Leveler Levelers are automatic gain controls, which affect long-term average levels. Response Time determines how quickly the Leveler reacts to input level changes. Threshold determines what input level will trigger gain reduction. To maintain a consistent level, set Threshold to lowest desired level. A meter & numeric display indicate the amount of gain reduction. Identifier provides a custom label, when dialog box is minimized (see below).
Audia-Manual-LTR Ducker Duckers provide level attenuation, triggered by signal or logic inputs. Input Level provides muting and level adjustment for the normal audio input, which appears as the upper input on the left side of the Ducker. Sense Level provides muting and level adjustment for the signal trigger input, which appears as the lower input on the left side of the Ducker. Threshold determines what sense input signal level will trigger ducking.
Component Objects Ambient Noise Compensator Ambient Noise Compensators automatically adjust program volume in response to changes in background noise levels, as monitored by external ambient sensing microphone(s). Program Mute turns the program input signal on/off. Program Level adjusts the relative program input volume. Program Label provides a custom label, when the dialog box is minimized (see below). Prog Meter displays the current program input level.
Audia-Manual-LTR ANC Setup Procedure Connections Feed the "program" signal into the Program Input (top left) of the ANC block. Setup of the ANC block is best done with a relatively constant program source. This can be the actual program source or a pink noise approximation, but its level should represent the highest program material level you expect will be fed to the ANC block. Feed the "ambient" signal into the Ambient Input (bottom left, marked with an "A") of the ANC block.
Component Objects Adjust the Ambient Response time to determine how quickly the Ambient Input detector responds to changes in the Ambient Input signal. Ambient Response should be set fast enough to track important ambient level changes (e.g. an approaching train in a depot), but slow enough to ignore unimportant ambient level changes (e.g. someone popping their bubble gum).
Audia-Manual-LTR Right-clicking over the object provides a pop-up menu of options. Control Dialogs Router Routers allow each input to be assigned to multiple outputs via In / Out. However, each output allows only one input assigned at a time. Therefore, Routers behave like a series of individual distribution amplifiers. For increased input/output assignment capability, see Mixers. Right-clicking over certain settings will provide a menu of additional options.
Component Objects Double-clicking the block produces the control dialog. Listed by input are the connected Networked Paging Station-1 blocks, with Station IDs and button counts. Set Zones provides a Zone Setup dialog for each Networked Paging Station-1 block, which is used to program the page routing buttons for that station. NOTE: If more than one paging unit is associated with the same paging block (Station ID), then those units will share the same set of button programming.
Audia-Manual-LTR Delays Delays These Component Objects provide typical audio time-delay functions. Delays may be connected between any components within the Layout, for applications which require room delay and/or loudspeaker time-alignment. Once a Component Object is placed into the Layout, all available settings can be accessed by double-clicking over the object. This produces a Control Dialog Box, which displays the component controls in a more conventional user interface.
Component Objects Controls Controls These Component Objects provide both internal and external control functions. Level Controls, Mute Buttons, and Invert may be connected between components within the Layout, for control of volume, muting, and polarity. Preset and Remote Preset Buttons may be placed within the Layout, and defined to recall specified Presets. Logic Gates and Logic Delay may be connected between component control nodes in the layout, to customize control behavior.
Audia-Manual-LTR Right-clicking over the object provides a pop-up menu of options. Control Dialog Boxes for Level, Invert, Mute, and Preset related components can be minimized to create user control surfaces (see Customizing Component Objects). Control Dialogs Level Mute turns on/off the channel. Channel level may be entered numerically, or may be adjusted by dragging the fader. Maximum and Minimum can be used to restrict the range of level adjustment provided by the fader.
Component Objects Level Inc/Dec Level Inc/Dec blocks are identical to Level blocks, except they also provide control input nodes for making incremental level changes. Inc/Dec Step determines the amount (dB) of level change to occur each time the associated control node is triggered. Control input nodes along the top of the block are labeled as positive (+) and negative (-).
Audia-Manual-LTR Mute Button Mute turns on/off the channel. Identifier provides a custom label, when the dialog box is minimized (see below). Right-clicking over certain settings will provide a menu of additional options. Control Dialog Boxes for Mute Button components can be minimized to create user control surfaces (see Customizing Component Objects). When placed from the Object Toolbar, multiple Mute Buttons may be 'ganged' together onto a single button.
Component Objects Most Logic Gates have no Control Dialog Boxes. They are used only to customize behavior of other control functions in the system. Logic Gates are connected between the output and input control nodes of other components in the layout. These components can represent internal or external control functions. Examples Internal: Auto Mixer output nodes; Ducker input/output nodes; Remote Preset Button input nodes.
Audia-Manual-LTR NOTES: NOT and Flip Flop gates have only a single input per output, whereas most other gates have multiple inputs, up to 8. Flip Flop gates provide a control dialog box, for establishing their initial output state. Also, unlike most other blocks, multiple control output nodes may be connected to a single control input node on a Flip Flop gate. Control Dialog boxes for Logic State gates can be minimized to create user control surfaces (see Customizing Component Objects).
Component Objects Command String blocks allow serial control of external devices via the Serial Control Port. Control input nodes along the top of the block produce corresponding serial commands, when triggered by control output nodes on other components within the design. Commands can also be initiated using the command button which appears within the control dialog box. Command ID allows the command/button to be named. Command String allows the appropriate character string to be entered.
Audia-Manual-LTR Double-clicking the Event Scheduler block produces a Control Dialog. An Event menu (on the left) allows up to eight Schedules to be programmed for each Event. This allows an individual Event (output node) to be triggered by multiple, overlying Schedules. Right-clicking an Event or Schedule within the menu allows renaming, copy/paste, and clear functions.
Component Objects Volume 8 The Volume 8 is an external control device, which allows adjustment of eight selectable Audia volumes. Volumes can be individual or ganged levels within Audia. This includes Level Control blocks, as well as levels within other component blocks (such as Inputs/Outputs, Mixers, Equalizers, etc.). Volume 8 is represented in the layout as a block with no audio or control connections. All functions are assigned using the control dialog box.
Audia-Manual-LTR Volume 8 controls fit most US standard single-gang back-boxes (back-boxes are available separately from Biamp Systems). Custom Control Labels may be printed for the Volume 8. Please refer to the 'Installation Guide' (included with controls), or see Remote Control Bus for more information. External controls must be identified (see Device Maintenance) and associated with their corresponding component blocks within the layout (see Equipment Table).
Component Objects Volume/Select 8 The Volume 8 is an external control device, which combines the functions of both Volume 8 and Select 8 controls. Therefore, the Volume/Select 8 is represented with a control dialog box (for volume functions), as well as a component block with control output nodes (for select functions). Control Dialog Boxes for Volume/Select 8 components can be minimized to create user control surfaces (see Customizing Component Objects).
Audia-Manual-LTR and associated with their corresponding component blocks within the layout (see Equipment Table). Voltage Control Box The Voltage Control Box (VCB) is an external control device, which provides four analog potentiometer inputs and four logic inputs/outputs. When a VCB is placed, an Initialization Properties dialog box appears for assigning the quantities of logic inputs/outputs (4 total).
Component Objects External controls must be identified (see Device Maintenance) and associated with their corresponding component blocks within the layout (see Equipment Table). The VCB will assume a full range of 0~5 Volts returning from connected potentiometers, unless the VCB Calibration procedure is followed (see Device Maintenance). Please refer to the 'Installation Guide' (included with controls), or see Remote Control Bus for more information.
Audia-Manual-LTR When maximum and minimum potentiometer settings have both been recorded, this screen will indicate the voltage measurements and prompt the user to either accept these values or recalibrate. "Finish" will return to the Channel selection screen. NOTE: The entire range of level adjustment assigned to a potentiometer will be controlled by the voltage range measured during calibration.
Component Objects Logic Box behavior can be altered using Logic Gates. Please refer to the 'Installation Guide' (included with controls), or see Remote Control Bus for more information. External controls must be identified (see Device Maintenance) and associated with their corresponding component blocks within the layout (see Equipment Table). Up to 20 logic inputs are availble on the Logic Box.
Audia-Manual-LTR Control Labels The Volume 8, Select 8, and Volume/Select 8 controls all come with a sheet of clear, adhesive-backed labels, for custom printing on a laser printer. A Word document is available on the Audia® software CD and on the Biamp web site (www.biamp.com), as a label printing template. These labels are meant to be printed using desk-top laser printers only.
Component Objects In the Word document, select Show Gridlines from the Table menu. Each large cell represents a label. The first four columns are 'left-justified' to create labels for Volume 8 and Select 8 panels, as well as for the 'Volume' (left) section of Volume/Select 8 panels. The last column is 'right-justified' to create labels for the 'Select' (right) section of Volume/Select 8 panels. Leftclick inside any large cell, and begin typing.
Audia-Manual-LTR surfaces (see Customizing Component Objects). Peak Meter A peak-reading meter & numeric display indicate signal level. Hold Time determines how long the meter will display the most recent level increase. Hold Enable turns the Hold Time function on/off. Indefinite Hold causes the Hold function to be continuous, updating the display only when levels increase beyond the current reading. Identifier provides a custom label, when dialog box is minimized (see below).
Component Objects Generators Generators These Component Objects provide sine-wave, sweep, pink-noise, and white-noise generator functions. Generators may be connected to any component input, and may be used for diagnostic and setup purposes, or for applications which require tones or sound-masking. Once a Component Object is placed into the Layout, all available settings can be accessed by double-clicking over the object.
Audia-Manual-LTR Pink Noise Generator Mute turns on/off the generator. Level determines generator output level. Right-clicking over certain settings will provide a menu of additional options. White Noise Generator Mute turns on/off the generator. Level determines generator output level. Right-clicking over certain settings will provide a menu of additional options. Diagnostics Diagnostics These Component Objects provide Transfer Function displays for diagnostic purposes.
Component Objects Control Dialogs Transfer Function Transfer Function may be connected between any two component outputs on the same signal path, for a comparative analysis of processing. Gain displays the difference in frequency response between the two comparison points, as a white line. Phase displays the phase relationship between the two comparison points, as a green line. Unwrap removes out-of-range phase rotations from the phase display.
Audia-Manual-LTR Control Dialogs Pass-Through Pass-Through blocks allow wiring nodes to be strategically placed, so audio or control (logic) signals can be routed in different directions. Type selects whether the block is for audio or logic connections. Channel Count selects the quantity of input/output connections to be provided on the block. Signal In determines the physical location of input wiring nodes on the block. Signal Out determines the physical location of output wiring nodes on the block.
Component Objects LPT stands for Logic Pass-Through. This example shows a 2-channel Audio Split Pass-Through. Split Pass-Through Output More than one Link-Out block can be placed in association with an existing Link-In block (see Split Pass-Through Input). Object Code of Input Link to Associate With selects which existing Link-In block the new LinkOut block should be associated with.
System Design Placing Component Objects System design begins with the placement of Component Objects into the Layout. This can be done in two ways. The simplest way is to select a component category from the Processing Library, and then drag & drop a pre-defined component into the Layout. Processing Library component categories can also be selected from the Processing Library Menu (at the top of the screen), which indicates keyboard short-cuts as well.
Audia-Manual-LTR To make a connection, click on a Node, move the mouse to a corresponding Node, and click again to place a Line Object (wire). Multiple Nodes on one or more objects can be selected as a group (click & drag to select). Then, by clicking on the top selected Node, these multiple Nodes may be connected to a matching set of multiple Nodes on one or more other objects, in the same manner as described previously for a single connection.
System Design see Input Output see Mixers see Equalizers see Filters see Crossovers see Dynamics see Routers see Delays see Controls see Meters see Generators see Diagnostics Customizing Component Objects Component Objects can be customized in several ways. First, when using the Object Toolbar to place components into the Layout, certain components will present the user with a pop-up ‘Initialization Properties’ window of configuration options.
Audia-Manual-LTR Multiple component objects may be merged together using the Custom Blocks menu. Custom Blocks can then be copied to the Processing Library as mentioned above. Custom Blocks can simplify the design process by integrating frequently used component combinations, and can provide password protection for intellectual property such as unique processing and component settings. Right-clicking over the Processing Library will also allow new category files (.
System Design Compile also attempts to 'group' simple DSP blocks together, reducing the number of DSP blocks to be allocated to the available Audia devices. Allocated To Gang can be used to 'gang' specific components (DSP blocks) into the same group and, therefore, the same device. Compile will automatically add appropriate Audia devices to the system, based upon Input & Output needs of the design.
Audia-Manual-LTR The assignment of channel numbers to Audio Input and Output blocks has been modified. It is still the exclusive function of the compiler to make channel number assignments, but now the user can influence the way the compiler does this. Here is the suggested procedure for assignment of channel numbers to I/O blocks. It is assumed that all blocks are assigned to the same Audia unit. If the system contains multiple units, the following procedure should be performed several times.
System Design Explanation: A source, other than an Auto Mixer Main Output, is connected to a Mix-Minus Combiner input. Mix-Minus Combiners allow Auto Mixers to share control data only, and do not support audio input or output. Message: The main output of an Auto Mixer is connected to more than one Combiner block. Explanation: The main output of an Auto Mixer can be connected to only a single Combiner input (Mix-Minus or Room).
Audia-Manual-LTR 'Ignore' is selected, then the warning "Ignored '...' (object code '...') at [__, __]" will be listed in the compile results. If the 'Prompt To Stop Compilation On Warnings' flag is not set, then compilation proceeds and 'Ignores' automatically. Messages: The algorithm for the '__' block (object code '__') at [__,__] has been deprecated. You should replace the existing block with a newly created one which uses the most up to date algorithm.
System Design Once reset, Compile will automatically re-assign channel numbers. Message: Nothing to compile ! Explanation: All objects placed in layout have been ignored. Messages: Insufficient audio inputs and outputs to implement this layout. Insufficient audio inputs to implement this layout. Insufficient audio outputs to implement this layout. Explanation: The design requires more input/output channels than are available from the Audia device(s) specified in the Equipment Table.
Audia-Manual-LTR Unit #__ has no CobraNet communication module. Too many CobraNet inputs or outputs allocated to unit #__. Explanation: The number of audio channels assigned as fixed allocations in a specific Audia unit exceeds the capacity of that unit. Message: A suitable I/O card cannot be found in unit #__ for one or more I/O blocks with fixed allocations.
System Design Explanation: AEC Reference blocks cannot connect to their own AEC Input blocks since this would amount to a feedback. Messages: DSP tasks for fixed allocations in unit #__ cannot be scheduled. DSP tasks for gang #__ cannot be scheduled. Explanation: Either fixing the allocations or ganging the DSP blocks dictates that the DSP blocks be located in the same Audia unit. However, in this case it is not possible to distribute the DSP blocks among the available DSPs in that unit.
Audia-Manual-LTR Explanation: The specified group requires so many links to other groups that it would exceed the limitations of CobraNet. Normally, the number of CobraNet connections could be reduced by combining the specified group with some other group(s). However, in this case, the number of CobraNet connections cannot be reduced sufficiently. Message: Could not find a solution. Explanation: Compile was unable to place the produced groups into available Audia units.
System Design Message: Allocating blocks to DSPs...failed to set up a feasible DSP task schedule in the unit #__. Explanation: Although the total DSP power in the Audia unit is sufficient, compile was not able to distribute the component objects among the available DSPs. When the DSP load approaches 100%, it becomes crucial that the objects be distributed more uniformly.
Audia-Manual-LTR Message: Could not assign audio I/O channels in the unit # __. Explanation: Indicates a software problem. Please contact Biamp Systems. Messages: Available range of Instance IDs is nearly exhausted. Range of Instance IDs has been exhausted. Explanation: The total number of Instance IDs, as assigned to component and line objects, is limited to 65,535. When component objects are removed from a design, their Instance IDs are not automatically re-assigned to new component objects.
System Design System Network Considerations The computer must have a 10/100 BaseT network card (NIC) installed. When connecting directly to the Ethernet port on a single Audia® unit, a 'cross-over' CAT5 cable is used. When connecting to a network (or system) of multiple Audia units, a 'straight-through' CAT5 cable is used (via an Ethernet switch). A separate switched Ethernet network is strongly recommended for CobraNet®, and is mandatory when using multicast bundles.
Audia-Manual-LTR The computer must be assigned an IP address (under Network Card Settings>Properties). Most computers set TCP/IP address automatically, but Audia devices require manual assignment. Initially, the computer IP address should be assigned as 192.168.1.X (where range of X = 1~254). Each Audia device must also be assigned a unique IP address (see Device Maintenance). The factory default IP address for all Audia devices is 192.168.1.101. Many system designs require only a single Audia device.
System Design The System Connect screen provides a System List (configured devices only) and a Device List (all configured and non-configured devices). When a selection is made in the System List, Connect To System will establish communication with, and retrieve the configuration from, the device(s) in that system. Send System Config will attempt to send an open file of a properly compiled system configuration to the device(s) specified in the Equipment Table.
Audia-Manual-LTR Auto Mixer, Ducker, Leveler, and Comp/Limiter functions are triggered by input signals that exceed a specified threshold. With Levelers and Comp/Limiters, signal levels below threshold are not considered unusual (they simply are not affected by the component). However, Auto Mixers will not pass signals that are below threshold, and Duckers will not automatically attenuate program signal if the sensing input signal is below threshold.
System Design Applications Application Bulletin (.pdf) files are available in the DOCS folder on the Audia software CD-ROM. The associated design (.dap) files for these applications are included in the SAMPLE FILES folder, as example references.
Hardware Rear Panel Connections Audia® hardware is represented by three different chassis models: standard Audia; AudiaSOLO; and AudiaFLEX. Standard Audia is a 2RU CobraNet® only chassis and AudiaSOLO is a 1RU non-CobraNet only chassis. These two chassis are available in three I/O configurations: 8-in & 8-out (8x8); 12-in & 4-out (12x4); 4-in & 12-out (4x12).
Audia-Manual-LTR Inputs & Outputs: Inputs & outputs are provided on balanced plug-in barrier-strip connectors. For unbalanced input, wire high to (+) and ground to both ( ) & (-). For unbalanced output, wire high to (+) and ground to ( ), leaving (-) unconnected. With Audia and AudiaSOLO, inputs can be individually programmed to accept either microphone or line level signals. A 12x4 configuration allows Inputs 11 & 12 to be set for stereo input summing. Outputs normally provide line level signal only.
Hardware Front Panel Indicators Front Panel Indicators: The Front Panel Indicators (I/O, Com, & Status) are 2-color LEDs. The following table lists their behaviors: I/O LED: green Com LED: green Status LED: green Normal operating state. Configuration was successful (if applicable). Device is in a stable state awaiting commands.
Audia-Manual-LTR CAN bus error No IP address defined (cleared by setting an IP address) Status LED: red Configuration error Last configuration unsuccessful (cleared by 'reset/initializing' the device) Operating system resource error File system error DSP error All LEDs blinking Operating system is not executing. Device must be power-cycled. Status LED blinking The firmware has attempted to perform an illegal operation. Device must be power-cycled.
Hardware See AudiaEXPI & AudiaEXPO operation manual for more complete information. AudiaEXPI-D and AudiaEXPO-D are digital expanders for AUDIA. AudiaEXPI-D accepts eight channels of digital audio input and provides eight channels of digital audio output via CobraNet®. AudiaEXPO-D accepts eight digital audio input signals via CobraNet and provides eight channels of digital audio output.
Audia-Manual-LTR AudiaEXPI-4 and AudiaEXPO-4 are analog i/o expanders for AUDIA. AudiaEXPI-4 accepts four channels of analog audio input and provides four channels of digital audio output via CobraNet®. AudiaEXPO-4 accepts four digital audio input signals via CobraNet and provides four channels of digital audio output. AudiaEXPI-4 and AudiaEXPO-4 can simply add inputs/outputs to a centralized system, or they can extend system boundaries by providing inputs/outputs in remote locations.
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System Control Software User Interface Once a system design is compiled and downloaded into Audia® devices, the system can be controlled in real-time the via the Audia software. The extent of control can be limited with different password levels. In addition, Control Dialog Boxes for certain Combiners, Dynamics, Controls, & Meters components can be minimized to create customized control surfaces (room combiners, meters, level controls, mute buttons, & preset buttons).
Audia-Manual-LTR Remote Control Bus Remote Control Bus provides the connection for Volume 8, Select 8, Volume/Select 8, Voltage Control Box, and Logic Box external control devices. Each Audia® device can support any combination of the controls mentioned above. Up to 32 controls may be connected to each Audia device, on a daisy-chain 'network', with a maximum cable length of 1000 feet (300 meters). A Remote Control Bus Hub allows multiple branches on a control network.
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Audia-Manual-LTR Remote Control Bus Hub The Remote Control Bus Hub provides eight parallel ports for the connection of remote control devices to an Audia® system. Each port can accept multiple remote controls connected in a 5wire daisy-chain. A single Hub, connected to a single Audia unit, allows multiple branches to be added to the remote control network. Also, maximum cable length is calculated only across the two longest network branches, thereby effectively extending the network range.
System Control For control of Audia, Biamp created ATP (Audia Text Protocol). This simply means that Audia will accept strings of ASCII characters to control and read settings of gain, mute, logic state, frequency, audio levels, and other parameters of DSP Blocks in Audia products. ATP strings can be sent via third-party controllers using RS-232 (see RS-232 Control) or Telnet via TCP/IP (see Telnet Control). A line feed needs to be sent after each command string sent.
Audia-Manual-LTR Example: A string to turn up (increment) a Crosspoint on a Matrix Mixer: INC 2 MMLVLXP 4 3 2 1 The individual components for this string are: In this example Index1 and Index2 are both used, together they specify which Crosspoint to change. RS-232 Control The RS-232 port on the back of an Audia unit is set to a default baud rate of 38400, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit, and no flow control. (38400:8:None:1).
System Control Audia can be controlled using Telnet via TCP/IP. The same command strings that are used for RS-232 Control are used for Telnet. When controlling multiple Audias that are not a part of the same DAP file, each Audia device will need to be addressed via its own Telnet session from a control system or PC. Audia supports standard Telnet Echo Negotiation. By default, the Telnet server will echo characters sent to it, one by one.
Audia-Manual-LTR SETL and GETL can be used if negative numbers and/or decimals are not supported by a control system. SETL – Tells Audia that a DSP attribute is to be set to a specific value, no decimal places or negative numbers –To convert a dB number: add 100 to the desired level and then multiply by 10. Example: To set a level to –60.5dB, add 100 (-60.5 +100 = 39.5). Then multiply by 10 (39.5 X 10 = 395). Instead of Value being –60.5, Value after this SETL command will equal 395.
System Control Device Number An Audia Device Number represents the physical Audia box’s defined address. The Audia software automatically sets this number when a system is Compiled and loaded.
Audia-Manual-LTR The Device number that a DSP block has been assigned to can be determined in 3 ways: First Way: 1. Right click on the DSP block and select ‘Properties’. 2. Click on DSP 1 attributes tab and scroll down. The device that the block is assigned to will be displayed in the ‘Allocated To Unit’ field. *Note: Each DSP block can be assigned to a device by changing ‘Fixed In to Unit" to ‘Yes’ (this is defaulted to no). Second Way: 1.
System Control Attribute The Attribute defines the portion of the DSP block to be controlled (fader level, crosspoint mute etc). The following tables show whether each ATP Attribute supports SET/SETL, GET/GETL, INC, and DEC Commands, as well as the Value range that the Attribute will accept. Index1/Index2 determines whether Index1, Index2 or BOTH are needed for a ATP String to be complete.
Audia-Manual-LTR * Can contain a decimal number. Example: Set Device 1 Input Level at Instance ID 6, Input 3 to –10dB.
System Control SET 1 AECNLP 24 3 None 3 Result: SET 1 AECNLP 24 3 3 Analog Outputs Attribute Commands Index Value Range Output OUTLVL SET, SETL, GET, GETL, INC, DEC 2 -100 ~ 0 * OUTMUTE SET, GET 2 0 = unmuted Level Output 1 = muted Output Full OUTFS SET, SETL, GET, GETL 2 -31, 0, 6, 12, 18, 24 OUTINVRT SET, GET 2 0 = normal Scale Level ** Invert Polarity 1 = inverted Mic Level OUTPAD SET, GET 2 Pad *** 0 = off 1 = on * Can contain a decimal number.
Audia-Manual-LTR Polarity 1 = inverted Gain AMPGAIN SET, SETL, GET, GETL, INC, DEC 2 0 ~ 24 Clip Limiter AMPCLIPLIM SET, GET 2 0 = disabled 1 = enabled Impedance AMPIMPED SET, GET 2 1 = 4 ohm 2 = 6 ohm 3 = 8 ohm 4 = auto Attribute Commands Level NPSLVL SET, SETL, GET, GETL, INC, DEC None -100 ~ 12 * Mute NPSMUTE SET, GET None 0 = unmuted Networked Index Value Range Paging Station-1 1 = muted * Can contain a decimal number.
System Control Speed Dial TISPEEDDIAL DIAL None 1 ~ 16 TIPHONENUM DIAL None enter the phone Entry to Dial Phone Number to Dial number Redial TILASTDIALED DIAL None none Note: The TI-2 can insert delay while dialing a phone number by inserting commas where desired (each comma provides 1 second of delay). Most PBX systems require delay after acquiring an outside line. Also, multiple TIPHONENUM commands can be used to dial the individual digits of a phone number.
Audia-Manual-LTR Example: Set Device 1 TI-2 Speed Dial Entry at Instance 23 Speed Dial 16 to 1-800-826-1457. Command Dev # Attribute Inst ID Index 1 Index 2 Value Line Feed FLASH 1 TILINE 23 None None None Result: FLASH 1 TILINE 23 (dashes in phone number are optional) Example: Set Device 1 TI-2 Speed Dial Entry at Instance 23 Speed Dial 16 to 1-800-826-1457.
System Control Suppresion 1 = on * Can contain a decimal number. TI-2 Transmit Attribute Commands Index Value Range Transmit Level TITXLVL SET, SETL, GET, GETL, INC, DEC None -100 ~ 0 * Transmit Mute TITXMUTE SET, GET None 0 = unmuted 1 = muted * Can contain a decimal number.
Audia-Manual-LTR Output CobraNet CNOUTBNDL SET, GET None 1-65279 CNOUTLVL SET, SETL, GET, GETL, INC, DEC 2 -100 ~ 0 * CNOUTMUTE SET, GET 2 0 = unmuted TX Bundle CobraNet Output Level CobraNet Output Mute CobraNet 1 = muted CNOUTINVRT SET, GET 2 Output Invert 0 = off 1 = on * Can contain a decimal number.
System Control * Can contain a decimal number.
Audia-Manual-LTR Note: Typically, Index1 represents the input/row, and Index2 represents the output/column. However, Automixers have only a single output and, therefore, Index2 is not used to specify an output/column. Example: Set Device 1 Automixer Crosspoint Mute at Instance 3 Crosspoint 1 to muted.
System Control Input Mute SMMUTEIN SET, GET 1 0 = unmuted 1 = muted Output Mute SMMUTEOUT SET, GET 2 0 = unmuted 1 = muted Crosspoint Mute SMMUTEXP SET, GET 1 & 2 1 = unmuted 0 = muted * Can contain a decimal number. Note: For attributes with 2 Index fields, Index1 is the input/row, and Index2 is the output/column.
Audia-Manual-LTR Result: SET 1 RMCMBWALL 4 2 1 Mix-Minus Combiner Attribute Commands Group State MCMBGROUP SET, GET Index 1 Value Range 0 ~ 32 Note: Index1 is the input being addressed. Value is the group; this is represented by a letter in Audia software, but addressed as a number in ATP commands. (Example: ungroup=0, A=1, B=2, C=3….
System Control Center Freq. PEQFCBND SET, SETL, GET, GETL, INC, DEC 1 20 ~ 20000 EQ Band Level PEQLVLBND SET, SETL, GET, GETL, INC, DEC 1 -30 ~ 15 * Bypass All Bands PEQBYPALL SET, GET None 0 =active 1 = bypassed * Can contain a decimal number. Note: Index1 represents the filter to be controlled. Parametric EQ filters are initially numbered from left to right, and the selected band is displayed in the upper left hand corner of the Parametric EQ dialog screen in Audia software.
Audia-Manual-LTR Cut-Off Freq. HPFLTFC SET, SETL, GET, GETL None 20 ~ 20000 * Filter Bypass HPFLTBYP SET, GET None 0 = active 1 = bypassed * Can contain a decimal number. LPF Attribute Commands Index Value Range Cut-Off Freq. LPFLTFC SET, SETL, GET, GETL None 20 ~ 20000 * Filter Bypass LPFLTBYP SET, GET None 0 = active 1 = bypassed * Can contain a decimal number. High Shelf Attribute Commands Index Value Range Cut-Off Freq.
System Control SET 1 HSFLTGAIN 100 None None -10 Result: SET 1 HSFLTGAIN 100 –10 All-Pass Filter Attribute Commands Index Value Range Bandwidth APFLTBWBND SET, SETL, GET, GETL 1 0.01 ~ 4.0 * Center Freq.
Audia-Manual-LTR Cut-Off Freq. XOVR4FC SET, SETL, GET, GETL 1 20 ~ 20000 * Can contain a decimal number.
System Control Result: GET 2 XOVR3FC 40 1 Dynamics Blocks Leveler Attribute Commands Bypass LVLRBYP SET, GET Index Value Range None 0 = active 1 = bypassed Comp/Limiter Attribute Commands Bypass CLIMBYP SET, GET Index Value Range None 0 = active 1 = bypassed Ducker Attribute Commands Index Value Range Input Level DKRLVLIN SET, SETL, GET, GETL None -100 ~ 12 * Level Sense DKRLVLSENSE SET, SETL, GET, GETL None -100 ~ 12 * Bypass Ducker DKRBYP SET, GET None 0 = active 1
Audia-Manual-LTR Noise Gate Attribute Commands Bypass NGBYP SET, GET Index Value Range None 0 = active 1 = bypassed Output Gain ANCGAIN GET None None Example: Set Device 3 Noise Gate Bypass at Instance 55 to active.
System Control Result: SET 1 RTRMUTEXP 98 4 5 0 Source Selection Attribute Commands Index Source SRCSELSRC SET, GET, SETD, GETD 2 Value Range 0 = No Source/muted 1 = Source 1 2 = Source 2 3 = Source 3 Level SRCSELLVL SET, GET, SETL, GETL, SETD, GETD 1 -100 ~ 12 Example: Set Device 1 Source Selection Source at Instance 99 Source 2 selected.
Audia-Manual-LTR Delay in Meters DLYM SET, SETL, GET, GETL None 0 ~ block maximum * Delay in Inches DLYIN SET, SETL, GET, GETL None 0 ~ block maximum * Delay in Feet DLYFT SET, SETL, GET, GETL None 0 ~ block maximum * Delay Bypass DLYBYP SET, GET None 0 ~ block maximum * * Can contain a decimal number. Note: Value Range is from 0 to the maximum value for the specific delay block. For example, a 50mSec delay has a maximum setting of 1717 centimeters, 17 meters, 676 inches, or 56 feet.
System Control Presets Attribute Commands Preset PRESET RECALL Index Value Range None 1001 ~ maximum number of presets Note: Instead of SET, SETL, GET, GETL, INC, or DEC; the Preset attribute uses RECALL as the command. Preset numbers begin at 1001. Regardless of preset name, the first preset defined is 1001, the second is 1002, and so forth. However, the numbers of any deleted Presets will not be available.
Audia-Manual-LTR Command Dev # Attribute Inst ID Index 1 Index 2 Value Line Feed GET 1 RMSMTRLVL 48 1 None None Result: GET 1 RMSMTRLVL 48 1 (use GET/GETL commands only) Generator Blocks No Attributes are specified at this time Instance ID Audia uses an Instance ID number to specify the exact DSP block to be controlled. Custom names (Instance ID Tags) may be assigned to DSP blocks, and used in lieu of Instance ID numbers within ATP command strings.
System Control The property sheet can only be accessed in an off-line screen. **Note** Audia software will assign an Instance ID number to each DSP block on the initial Compile of the system. Subsequent compiles will not change the Instance ID numbers unless the "Reassign Instance IDs" check box is selected in the "Compile" tab of the "Options" screen (located on the Tools menu) in Audia software.
Audia-Manual-LTR In an Auto Mixer on Device 2 we are decreasing the level of output 1 on instance ID 6 by 2dB. Index2 is used to represent the output number. Example: SET 1 MMLXP 5 1 2 –5 In a Matrix Mixer on Device 1 we are setting crosspoint 1:2 (Input/Row 1, Output/Column 2) level to –5dB on instance ID 5. Note: For commands with 2 Index fields, Index1 is the Input/Row, and Index2 is the Output/Column. Value Value determines what a DSP block is being set to, incremented by, or decremented by.
System Control *When GET is used, a Value will not need to be specified since GET is a request command. A Value must be set in order for SET, INC, DEC, and RECALL command strings to work. Example: GET 4 MMLVLOUT 5 We are asking the level of a matrix mixer’s output. There is no Value required for this string. Responses When a successful SET, SETL, INC, DEC, or RECALL command is sent to an Audia device via RS-232 or Telnet, Audia will respond with: ‘+OK’ followed by a carriage return and line feed.
Audia-Manual-LTR Examples: Command = SETD 1 IPADDR 192.168.1.197 Response = #SETD 1 IPADDR 192.168.1.197 +OK Command = GETD 1 IPADDR Response = #GETD 1 IPADDR 192.168.1.197 Command = SETD 1 MMLVLXP 38 1 1 -1.1 Response = #SETD 1 MMLVLXP 38 1 1 -1.1 +OK Command = INCD 1 MMLVLXP 38 1 1 1.0 Response = #INCD 1 MMLVLXP 38 1 1 -0.1000 +OK It should be noted that, unlike SETD commands/responses, INCD or DECD commands and responses will most often contain different Values.
System Control Note: Audia's control network can be easily shared on an existing network without compromising network bandwidth, but CobraNet® data should be routed on its own network to ensure CobraNet® audio and existing network reliability. Control Dialog - Levels, Presets, & Meters Levels Once Level Controls are placed in a signal path audio levels can be increased, decreased or muted as needed.
Audia-Manual-LTR Presets Once Presets are created, Preset buttons can be placed on screen and used to easily recall different scenarios. Meters If meters are placed on screen, users can view real time Signal Present, RMS, Peak, and Logic indications.
System Control HyperTerminal is a useful tool that comes with Windows® and can be used for RS-232 purposes. Simply open a HyperTerminal session by going to: Start> Programs> Accessories> Communications> HyperTerminal. Enter a name for your connection and click ‘OK’. Under the pull-down menu labeled ‘Connect Using’ select the location of your RS-232 Comm. port. Under the Comm. port properties set it to 38400, 8, None, 1, and None as shown below. Now HyperTerminal is ready to use.
Audia-Manual-LTR Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. IP Address Commands Audia has some useful IP and reset tools that may be useful when returning to older systems for service work. Audia will automatically output its IP Address through the RS-232 port when it is powered up and functioning. Simply have a straight through RS-232 cable connected to Audia and a PC with HyperTerminal running. When Audia is powered up it will print the data in the HyperTerminal screen.
System Control Get/Set IP Address By typing "GET 0 IPADDR " in HyperTerminal Audia will reveal the IP Address it is set to. Substituting the "0" for a 1, 2, 3, etc will tell Audia to reveal the IP Address for the device who’s number is 1, 2, 3 etc. A "0" asks for the IP Address of the Audia you are currently connected to. Note: You can only use a 1, 2, 3 etc if there is a system loaded into the Audia's. If it is a single device system, the only device number will be 1.
Audia-Manual-LTR If an Audia does not have a system loaded into it, you can set the Default Gateway IP Address via the RS-232 port. Example: "SET 0 DEFAULTGW 192.168.1.1 ". If there is no DAP file in the Audia, and the command is typed correctly, Audia will send back a +OK response. You will need to power cycle the Audia for the new default gateway IP Address to take effect.
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2 2-Way Crossover Control Dialog ................................ 95 3 Connect ...................................................................... 31 Connecting Component Objects .............................. 125 Connectors.................................................................. 9 Control Blocks .......................................................... 172 3-Way Crossover Control Dialog ................................ 96 Control Bus........................................................
Index EXPO .......................................................................... 70 EXPO-D ...................................................................... 71 Export.......................................................................... 41 Keyboard Shortcuts .................................................... 60 L Layers Sheet .............................................................. 29 F Layout.................................................
Audia-Manual-LTR Options.................................................................. 52, 54 Order........................................................................... 58 Output ................................................................... 63, 64 Output Control Dialog ................................................. 64 Overview ................................................................... 148 S Save .....................................................................
Index Volume 8 Control Dialog ........................................... 110 Volume/Select 8 Control Dialog ................................ 112 Z Zoom .......................................................................... 30 W Zoom In ...................................................................... 30 Warranty ..................................................................... 18 Zoom Level.................................................................
