Operating instructions

Kaleido-X16
Quick Start Guide
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Configuring an Audio Bridge Terminal
The optional Audio Bridge Terminal (ABT) is an external audio multiplexer/serializer for the Kaleido-X16.
The Kaleido-X16 supports audio channel inputs from either a 64- or 128-ABT panel through a single SDTI
input. The 64-ABT supports 64 channels and the 128-ABT supports 128 channels. The SDTI is a
BNC connection located on the rear connector panel of the frame.
There is not enough space on the Kaleido-X16 rear panel to also include discrete audio connectors. An ABT
provides connector space for multiple audio signal inputs, and multiplexes all the audio signals into a
combined serial feed on a coaxial cable that connects to the rear connector panel.
IMPORTANT: The system behaviour after selecting or clearing the PSU B Installed check box is as follows:
• When you select the PSU B Installed check box, the system generates a warning that
PSU
B
has failed if there is no PSU in Slot B. Do this when you have two PSUs installed in your
frame.
• When you clear the PSU B Installed check box, the system does not generate a warning
that
PSU B has failed if there is no PSU in Slot B. Do this when you have only one PSU
installed in your frame.
Note: The ABT is powered through the RJ-45 Ethernet connector. There is no power ON/OFF
button, so the device is ON whenever a powered Ethernet cable (PoE) is connected.
See also: For more information about the ABT, see the “Audio Bridge Terminal” section of the Kaleido-X16
Hardware Description & Installation Manual.