Operating instructions

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An optional RMS communication module can be installed in
the UPM-1P and UPM-2P loudspeakers' lower module slot.
RMS is a real-time networked monitoring system that
connects Meyer Sound self-powered loudspeakers with
a Windows-based PC at the sound mix position or other
desired remote location. Optional RMS software delivers
extensive status and system performance data directly to
you from every installed loudspeaker.
RMS allows you to monitor amplifier voltages, limiting
activity, power output, temperature, fan and driver
status, warning alerts, and other key data for up to 62
loudspeakers without a network repeater; data is updated
two to five times per second.
NOTE: Optional Loudspeaker Mute and
Solo functions, helpful for acoustic setup or
troubleshooting, are also available. A jumper must
be installed in the RMS communication module
in order to enable Mute and/or Solo functionality;
the software also needs to be enabled for these
functions. When fitted with an RMS communication
module, the loudspeaker is shipped with these
functions disabled. Once the RMS jumper(s) are
installed, muting can still be disabled to eliminate
any chance of an operator error (a muting error, for
example) during a performance. Both functions can
be controlled by software commands. Also note that
RMS does not control AC power.
Loudspeakers are identified on the network by Node Names
assigned during a one-time “commission” (Figure 3.1) into
the RMS database that resides on the host computer (as a
part of the software).
Figure 3.1. Commissioning a loudspeaker using RMS
This information is permanently stored on each RMS
communication module and in the RMS database unless
you modify it. Speaker Titles can be modified at any
time, allowing you to customize how you view the data.
In addition, any loudspeaker can be physically identified
from RMS software by activating the Wink function – a
Wink LED will turn on the RMS communication board that
corresponds to its Node Name.
A loudspeaker is identified using the RMS software by
activating the “service” function; an icon will show up on
the RMS screen corresponding to its Node Name (Figure
3.2). This makes verifying Speaker Titles and speaker field
labels easy, using the Wink or Service Button commands.
Figure 3.2. RMS loudspeaker icons
NOTE: If the loudspeaker’s amplifier
heatsink temperature exceeds 75° C (167°
F), the loudspeaker's user panel On/Temp LED will
turn red, while the loudspeaker icon in the RMS
host software will respond by displaying yellow
— indicating that the loudspeaker is running hot,
but still within safe operating limits. If the LED in the
RMS host software changes to red, then the UPM-
1P/UPM-2P is operating above its 100º C (212° F)
maximum safe operating temperature. Check to
ensure that the cabinet is properly ventilated and/or
decrease the loudspeaker’s audio output signal
immediately.
UNDERSTANDING THE RMS USER PANEL
The RMS section of the user panel has three LEDs and two
buttons (Figure 3.3).
Figure 3.3. RMS section of the user panel
The following sections describe their functions.
Service LED (Red)
When blinking once every two seconds, the Service LED
indicates that the network hardware is operational, but the
loudspeaker is not installed (commissioned) on the network.
When a loudspeaker has been installed on the network
CHAPTER 3: RMS REMOTE MONITORING SYSTEM (OPTIONAL)