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- Page 1 MA-NET1 & MA Netcontrol User’s Guide The Martin Experience All material © 2007. Martin Audio Ltd. Subject to change without notice.
- Page 2 Operations Guide- MA-Net1 - Nomadlink/Ethernet Bridge MA Netcontrol - Network Control and Monitoring Software...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Introduction Hardware - MA-NET1 Nomadlink/Ethernet Bridge 2.1.1 Mains connection 2.1.2 Conformity Software – MA Netcontrol Installing the MA Netcontrol Application Computer system requirements Software installation Software updates Uninstalling MA Netcontrol Connecting your PC to NomadLink Determining preferred connection type 4.1.1 Peer-to-peer connection 4.1.2... - Page 4 Overview 6.7.2 Subnet details 6.7.3 Device details Tree View 6.8.1 Overview 6.8.2 Functionality Locking Functions 6.9.1 Overview 6.9.2 Selecting Lock mode 6.9.3 Locking and unlocking 6.9.4 Password protection 6.9.5 Keep lock state MA-NET1 warranty Martin Audio contact details Copyright statement...
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Page 5: Warnings
Warnings The lightning symbol within a triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of un-insulated “dangerous voltage” within the amplifier’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to humans. The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to alert the user to presence of important operating and service instructions in the literature accompanying the product. -
Page 6: Introduction
NomadLink-ready amplifiers. Bridging between the NomadLink daisy-chained network and standard Ethernet/LAN, the MA-NET1 provides utilization of any standard Ethernet architecture when connecting a PC running the MA Netcontrol software. If desired, the PC can be disconnected after a subnet of amplifiers is created and adjusted, and the MA- NET1 maintains and monitors the network instead. -
Page 7: Mains Connection
Rear panel detail 2.1.1 Mains connection To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture and objectfilled with liquids such as vases, should not be placed on the apparatus. This apparatus must be earthed. Use a three wire grounding type line cord like the one supplied with the product. -
Page 8: Software - Ma Netcontrol
RAM: 512 MB minimum Hard drive free space: 20 MB Monitor: 800 x 600 24-bit color Network: Ethernet 10/1 00 Mbit Screen resolution is fixed at 96 DPI. Altering this setting will impair the operation of MA Netcontrol so is not advised. -
Page 9: Software Installation
If the software needs to be reinstalled for any reason, it is best to always reinstall the latest version to maintain full compatibility with any existing configuration files. Uninstalling MA Netcontrol Should you wish to uninstall the software for any reason, simply locate the MA Netcontrol program folder and select the Uninstall option. Connecting your PC to Nomadlink... -
Page 10: Establishing A Peer-To-Peer Connection
MA Netcontrol may be connected to each subnet (MA-NET1) at a time. Figure 1 TCP/IP setup To establish direct (peer-to-peer) communication between the MA Netcontrol host PC and the MA-NET1, you first must set the TCP/IP address in your computer. The MA-NET1 has following default address: IP: 192.168.1.166... - Page 11 To establish a connection, use the following procedure: 1. In XP Home - Go to the START menu in the lower left corner, select “Connect to” and then “Show all connections” In XP Professional - Go to the START menu in the left corner, select “Settings”, “Control Panel” and then (if in classic view) “Network Connections”.
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Page 12: Establishing A Wired Or Wireless Lan Connection
After completing the previous steps (install MA Netcontrol, make connections, set TCP/IP), you are ready to run the application. Double click the MA Netcontrol shortcut on your Desk-top or select MA Netcontrol in the Start menu. On opening, MA Netcontrol displays the Quick Start menu - Figure 5. -
Page 13: No Subnets Found Fault
This window allows selection of an amplifier con-figuration for loading into MA Netcontrol. The choices are: Uploading information from connected subnet(s) Opening an already saved preset configuration file Creating a new configuration from scratch. If you are working offline (no physical subnet is connected), select the second or third choice to access offline editing functions. - Page 14 Minimize the main window or click on the Windows Security Alert in the system tray to unblock. You can check to see if Windows Firewall is blocking MA Netcontrol by accessing the Windows Security Center in the Control Panel (Figure 8). Set the Fire-wall to ON (recommended) and click on Windows Firewall in Manage Security Settings.
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Page 15: Toolbars Overview
Toolbars overview MA Netcontrol is organized around a set of views accessible by selecting buttons on the main toolbar. The different views access various configuration, operation, and monitoring functions. More detailed information is given in the reference Section, 6.4 through 6.8. See Figure 18. -
Page 16: Basic Operating And Editing Functions
Most users will grasp basic MA Netcontrol functions in a few minutes. Nevertheless, it is suggested that all users configure a physical NomadLink “learning system” in a shop or other non-critical situation to become thoroughly familiar with common operating and editing features. -
Page 17: Lock Mode
5.4.3 Basic Editing: Creating Channel Groups MA Netcontrol offers a number of features for Online and Offline editing of amplifier configurations. For many users, the most powerful editing feature will be creating channel groups. You may assign any channel from any device to a specific group. -
Page 18: Saving The Configuration File
You may save your configuration as a MA Netcontrol file by selecting Save or Save As… from the File menu. Also, a prompt window appears when you close MA Netcontrol asking if you wish to save the file, or any file changes. -
Page 19: Reconnect To A Subnet
Offline and Online states MA Netcontrol functions in two basic states: Offline and Online. In the online state, the application is actively connected to a physical network (one or more subnets) via Ethernet. In the Offline state, the application is not connected to the network. -
Page 20: Selecting Operate And Edit Modes
6.3.2 Selecting Operate and Edit modes You may select Operate and Edit modes using the dedicated buttons on the toolbar. Alternatively, you may select the desired mode in the Mode menu, or by using function keys F9 (Go to Edit mode) or F10 (Go to Operate mode). -
Page 21: Device View Columns
5.4.4 . Power on/off control and indicator This button toggles amplifier power on and off when MA Netcontrol is online and in Operate mode. Appearance of the button depends on current MA Netcontrol mode and amplifier status – as shown in Figure 11. -
Page 22: Editing Functions In Device View
6.4.3 Editing Functions in Device view 6.4.3.1 Overview MA Netcontrol provides tools for creating an offline configuration “from scratch ”, or for editing an existing configuration. With these tools, you can create a “virtual amplifier system” for a specific application. The pre- configured “virtual system”... -
Page 23: Matching To The Physical Subnet
If no matching subnet is detected, the “connect to subnet” dialog box is presented. When the subnet is matched, MA Netcontrol compares the configured devices to the physical devices in the same position. Match status is then shown for each configured and physical pair as described in 6.4.2. -
Page 24: Group View
Group view 6.6.1 Overview Group View (Figure 13) is the primary view used for real-time operation and monitoring when a system configuration is online. The intuitive graphical presentation of groups and channels allows quick recognition of warning and fault conditions, and allows immediate access to Mute and Solo commands for all channels on the network as well as all subnets, groups and individual channels. -
Page 25: Group View Fault And Warning Indicators
6.6.3 Group view fault and warning indicators (red) Fault condition for the Channel or Group (yellow) Warning condition for the Channel or Group (green) No fault or warning conditions for the Channel or Group 6.6.4 Channel faults and warnings... -
Page 26: Group And Subnet Warning And Fault Icons
6.6.5 Group and Subnet warning and fault icons When expanded (see 6.6.2) the Group module indicates any current faults and warnings in any Group channels with the following icons: When expanded (see 6.6.2), the Subnet module indicates any additional Subnet faults or warnings with the following icons: 6.6.6 Level meters and clip LEDs Channel module level meters and clip LEDs indicate level for that channel. -
Page 27: Subnet Details
6.7.2 Subnet details The MA-NET1 Info tab displays information on the NomadLink Bridge and Network Controller controlling the subnet. Normally this information is uploaded from the network and matches by default. (Figure 14) Figure 14 The MA-NET1 Control tab displays information on the MA-NET1 configuration and subnet status. The Power On/Off button control power for all amplifiers connected to the subnet. -
Page 28: Device Details
(physical device status is shown only when power is on). Positions of DIP switches may be changed on a configured “virtual” device by clicking on them. Any resulting mismatch is indicated by a red fault or yellow warning LED. (Figure 17) Note: The physical position of amplifier DIP switches cannot be changed by MA Netcontrol. -
Page 29: Tree View
The Channel tab shows the level meter, temperature, and fault or warning indication. Solo and Mute button are active when the device is on and MA Netcontrol is in Online and in Operate mode. (Figure 18) Figure 18 Tree view 6.8.1 Overview... -
Page 30: Functionality
Control in the View menu, or use the keyboard command Ctrl+L. 6.9.4 Password protection You may require a password to unlock MA Netcontrol when locked in either mode. To access the password protection feature, select Lock Settings from the View menu and click on Password Protection. To select a Password, select Lock Settings from the View menu and click on Set Password. -
Page 31: Ma-Net1 Warranty
3 years from the date of original purchase. During the warranty period Martin Audio will, at its discretion, either repair or replace products which prove to be defective provided that the product is returned in its original packaging, shipping prepaid, to an authorised Martin Audio service agent or distributor.