RAM SYSTEM 5000 USER MANUAL Sept. 11th, 2018 Rev. 2.0, Firmware version V2.
INSTALLING THE RAM SYSTEM 5000 Thanks for purchasing the RAM System 5000. Please make sure the following items are in the box when you open it. • • • • • • • This manual. RAM System 5000 main unit. RAM System 5000 remote unit. Power Supply labelled HA-PSU02. 3x Bluetooth antenna. IEC Cable. USB cable. Depending on your system requirements, you will need several XLR, RCA, DSUB snakes and digital cables to hook up your system.
Plugging the unit will display a welcome message and firmware unit´s version. Please note that after turning on the unit, MUTE will always be engaged regardless of the level shown on the red knob. This is to prevent damage of your speakers due to excessive level on startup. Any connection problems, the remote will show the message “NO CONSOLE” and will try to reconnect again. It is normal to have this message for a few seconds when turning on, no worries.
individually configurable to follow any of the CUE sends or the active input (MIX). CONFIGURING YOUR RAM SYSTEM 5000 The RAM System 5000 is an extremely flexible unit that covers an array of inputs and outputs rarely seen on products at its price range. Contrary to the usual “optional” 5.1 facilities on products in this category, the System 5000 is 5.1 ready out of the box. This does not mean that, if your studio does not need 5.
Additional stereo inputs and outputs should be wired to the additional inputs/outputs. LFE MODE CONFIGURATION The RAM System 5000 allows your 5.1 LFE speaker to act as the subwoofer in the additional stereo pair of speakers, a feature missing in most competing products. In case the same LFE speaker in your 5.1 system is to be used with your additional stereo pairs of monitors, the unit can be configured so a mono signal following the stereo inputs is always present at OUTPUT 2R (LFE).
• further advanced digital filtering options are available via internal jumpers. The different digital formats are selectable by pressing SHIFT + DIG in cycle mode. BLUETOOTH: This input features the same architecture found in the acclaimed Heritage Audio BT-500. If you are not familiar with it, the BT-500 is an Audio Streaming device in a convenient 500 Series format. It streams audio from your Bluetooth-equipped device and delivers a fully balanced, +22dBu stereo output.
SIGNAL MONITORING FACILITIES As previously explained, the heart of the RAM System 5000 is its microprocessor controlled, ladder type attenuator. This can be accessed in 2 ways: • • Using the Red Level Knob: As in any traditional monitoring system. Fully clockwise it performs at unity gain (maximum level) whilst reducing it in 1dB steps up to 64. After this the unit turns Mute on.
TALKBACK FACILITIES The RAM System 5000 features talkback facilities in a similar fashion to the large format consoles. Talkback signal can be assigned to the Mix signal (following Input selected), by pressing TB MIX. It can also be assigned to the dedicated CUE inputs by pressing TB CUE, or at both at the same time, pressing TB ALL. All 3 buttons are momentary (they do not engage), so need to be kept pressed for the talkback to function.
Selection is possible by means of the double bar rotary switches located in the front panel of the main unit. UNDERSTANDING THE BLUETOOTH INPUT There is still a popular misconception that Bluetooth is detrimental to the audio quality. Although this has been true in the past, it is no longer the case. Bluetooth is just a “wireless serial port” and, as so, has no ability to interact with your sound quality.
Apple´s iTunes Store and You Tube use AAC* as native so streaming from an iPhone or iPad will result in a lossless transmission, much better than an analog wired connection!! Vast majority of Android devices have already adopted the amazing sounding “Qualcomm® aptX™ audio” Codec **, which is nearly lossless and the standard that wireless high quality headsets and sound bars are adopting. For a complete list of devices currently supporting aptX please visit: http://www.aptx.
You Tube hosts nice tutorials about how to do so in both Android and iOS if you need help. The System 2000 automatically selects the best Codec supported by your mobile device, so no configuration is needed. OPERATION Whenever a device is paired with the RAM System 5000, the “SYNC” LED will light. From then on, your mobile device takes over the transmission, including Transport control (PLAY, STOP, etc.) and Level (Volume). Active streaming is confirmed by corresponding Codec LED being turned on.
• • • • • • • SHIFT + OUT 2: Sets the Level Preset 2. SHIFT + OUT 4: Saves the status of the RAM 5000, so the unit returns to the last configuration saved when turning off and on. SHIFT + OUT 5: Saves level preset (confirmation of preset 1 or 2 needs to follow). SHIFT + MUTE: Activates MONO listening. SHIFT + DIM: Reverses phase. SHIFT + TB MIX: Lowers the talkback mic gain. SHIFT + TB CUE: Raises the talkback mic gain.
INPUTS 1-4/CUE1-4 IN/OUT: 1234- Input / Cue IN/OUT 1L Input / Cue IN/OUT R Input / Cue IN/OUT 2L Input / Cue IN/OUT 2R 5678- Input / Cue IN/OUT 3L Input / Cue IN/OUT 3R Input / Cue IN/OUT 4L Input / Cue IN/OUT 4R All speaker outputs are on individual XLR connectors to avoid the need of DSUB to XLR adaptors as in similar competing products. The unbalanced input relies on RCA connectors, as it is specially designed to integrate CD players or similar consumer level devices.
CALLIBRATION OF THE RAM SYSTEM 5000 The Heritage Audio RAM SYSTEM 5000 is calibrated to be unity gain from input to output straight from the factory and therefore it does not require further calibration. However, some 5.1 installers may suggest you to trim some outputs (specially LFE) from the monitor controller. We strongly suggest doing so on the power amps, but individual output trimmers are accessible at the front panel of the unit via a small flat screwdriver.
DISCLAIMER - Qualcomm is a trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated, registered in the United States and other countries, used with permission. - aptX is a trademark of Qualcomm Technologies International, Ltd., registered in the United States and other countries, used with permission. - AAC and Bluetooth® trademarks are the property of their respective owners. - Heritage Audio is a non-exclusive licensee of Qualcomm® aptX™ audio. - Heritage Audio is a non-exclusive licensee of AAC.
LIMITED 2 YEAR WARRANTY Heritage Audio RAM SYSTEM 5000 is warranted by Heritage Audio SL to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 2 years to the original purchaser. In the event of such defects, the product will be repaired without charge or, at our option, replaced with a new one if delivered to Heritage Audio prepaid, together with a copy of the sales slip or other proof of purchase date.
