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RS20i Audio Processor
Installation and
Operating Guide
 
 
 
 
Version 1.02
Effective Date: March 2015
Document # 9301H52900
 
 
 
Datasat Digital Entertainment
4596 Ish Drive #210
Simi Valley, CA 93063
USA

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  • Page 1       RS20i Audio Processor Installation and Operating Guide         Version 1.02 Effective Date: March 2015 Document # 9301H52900       Datasat Digital Entertainment 4596 Ish Drive #210 Simi Valley, CA 93063...
  • Page 2 The content of this publication is subject to change without notice. Datasat Digital Entertainment assumes no obligation to notify you of any changes or updates. While Datasat Digital Entertainment believes this publication is accurate, due to ongoing improvements and revisions, Datasat Digital Entertainment cannot guarantee the accuracy of printed material, nor can it accept responsibility for errors or omissions.

  • Page 3: Record Of Changes

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  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

        TABLE OF CONTENTS Record of Changes ........................3 Regulatory Notices ........................3 Introduction to the RS20i Audio Processor ...................7 How to Use this Guide.......................7 About the RS20i Audio Processor .....................7 Limited Warranty ........................8 Product Improvements and Upgrades..................8 FACTORY WARRANTY INFORMATION..................8 Technical Support Contact Information ..................8...
  • Page 5 Configuration with no subwoofers .................81 4.7.3 Bass Management Theory ..................83 System Setup .......................86 4.8.1 Update System Software..................87 4.8.2 USB Save/Restore ....................89 4.8.3 Access Control ......................91 4.8.4 System Info ......................92 System Setup (2)......................94 RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 6 NoLock ........................111 5.2.3 Volume Control Not Functioning .................112 Error Messages ......................112 5.3.1 Software Installation ....................112 5.3.2 Error Booting the RS20i ..................113 Appendices A. Connector Pin-outs B. Interface Wiring Diagrams C. Product Specifications D. Speaker Configurations E. RS20i Remote Control API RS20i Installation &...

  • Page 7: Introduction To The Rs20I Audio Processor

    All internal control and data lines are available to expansion cards to service future user needs. To get the most out of your RS20i, we suggest that you review this manual and keep it available during system installation and initial operation.

  • Page 8: Limited Warranty

    Datasat Digital Entertainment software is warranted against defects for a period of 90 days from the date of the original purchase. RS20i hardware is warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of the original purchase. This warranty includes parts and labor.

  • Page 9: Software License Agreement

    Software solely for your own personal private purposes and solely in connection with the RS20i Audio processor. All rights not expressly granted to you are reserved by Datasat Digital Entertainment.
  • Page 10 License is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be unenforceable or if a provision of this License is waived by either party, the remainder of this License shall remain in full force and effect. You may not assign this License without the prior, express written consent of Datasat Digital Entertainment.

  • Page 11: Operating Rs20I

    Control, page 15. Select an input Touch the desired input in the bottom row of the RS20i display. If you do not see the input you want, see if the right most button displays “More”. If so, tap the More button for more choices. If the desired input is still not shown, the RS20i has not been setup for this input.

  • Page 12: How-To Procedures - Operations

    Soft power button (press the door) and USB connector (open door to access) Figure 1. Front Panel Controls and Indicators The front panel contains the following controls and indicators for operating the RS20i. LCD display/Touch Screen: Displays system configuration and status, and allows configuration changes.

  • Page 13: Powering On The Rs20I Processor

      1.2 Powering ON the RS20i Processor Warning: Before powering on the RS20i for the first time, verify that the correct input voltage has been selected at the rear panel power entry module. Incorrect input voltage setting will damage the RS20i. See 2.4.4 Power Supply, page 25.

  • Page 14: Operating The Touch Screen

    1.3 Operating the Touch Screen Since the RS20i is equipped with a touch screen display, you can navigate easily through the menus by touching any button with your finger. A non-abrasive stylus that will not scratch the screen can also be used, if you prefer.

  • Page 15: Adjusting The Volume Control

    The selected volume level is displayed in the upper right corner of the Home screen. To mute the volume control, touch the Mute button. The button label will turn red. Unmute the RS20i by touching the mute button again, changing input level, or changing inputs. Volume Level...
  • Page 16 DTS Neo:X is available for all speaker configurations except 2.0 and 2.1 Neo:X takes source content from 2 channel, 5.1 or 7.1 content and expand it to 7.1 plus front wide and front high speakers, depending on which speakers are enabled in the RS20i speaker configuration. These are configuration options for DTS NeoX mode: Cinema –...
  • Page 17 Auro-3D – Full 3D audio experience. Auro content is decoded to its original speaker configuration. Non-Auro content is upmixed to the RS20i Speaker Configuration. Native – Decodes Auro-3D native content but does not upmix non-Auro-3D content.

  • Page 18: Manual Automation

    If no buttons are displayed, then there were no automation buttons defined in the current setup. For details about configuring Automation Buttons and the associated Macro functions, see 4.11 Automation Macros, page 101, and 4.14 Automation Buttons, page 106. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 19: Installation And Set Up

    Contact Datasat Digital Entertainment immediately if items listed on your packing slip are missing. The following is a standard packing list for the RS20i Audio Processor. The exact contents may vary, depending on the options you have ordered. Table 2.

  • Page 20: Important Safety Instructions

    RS20i. See 2.4.4 Power Supply, page 25. Power Cord to the RS20i rear panel: The power cord is the main disconnect device. It should be plugged into an easily accessible outlet with surge protection. The power cord to be used is a minimum type SVT 18/3 rated 250 Volts AC, 10 Amps with a maximum length of 4.5 M, with one...

  • Page 21: Installation Overview

    • Checking the RS20i for proper input voltage setting/fuses • Mounting the RS20i chassis in a rack (if rack mount installation is desired) • Connecting the RS20i unit to other equipment DEVICE DISCONNECT: The power outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible, in order to quickly disconnect power.

  • Page 22: Rs20I Rear Panel Connections

      2.3 RS20i Rear Panel Connections Figure 9 shows the rear panel of the RS20i and Table 3 provides a description of each connector. For specific information on the pin-outs of each connector, please see Appendix A of this manual.

  • Page 23: Mounting And Connection

    (UPS) with minimum 200 VA. 1. Install rack ears (if rack mounting) on the RS20i. These are included in the RS20i packing kit. 2. Install the RS20i into the audio rack, or place on a cabinet.

  • Page 24: Rack Mount Installation

    Note: The RS20i ships with feet installed. Remove these if necessary for rack space clearance Install the rack ears onto the RS20i by removing three 8-32 screws on each side of the RS20i and using them to attach the rack ears.

  • Page 25: Power Supply

    CAUTION: DOUBLE POLE/NEUTRAL FUSING Open the fuse compartment door. A small flat blade screwdriver may be used to release the door. Protect the RS20i metal finish, from damage by the screwdriver, with a rag or other soft material. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide...
  • Page 26 Do not try to pry the block out from the sides, as this will damage the block. Use a rag or other soft material to protect the RS20i metal finish. Figure 14. Accessing Fuse Block. Pry from top or bottom only.

  • Page 27: How-To Procedures For Setup

    RS20i Installation and Operating Guide      Remove the fuse block and install correct fuses. The RS20i uses two 5x20 mm fuses (one on each side of the fuse block): For 115V operation, use two 2A, T fuses. For 230V operation, use two 1A, T fuses.

  • Page 28: Example: Creating An Input Preset

    3.1 Example: Creating an Input Preset Once the RS20i is installed, you need to make sure that Input Presets have been assigned for each of the input sources required by your system. The RS20i ships with a set of pre-built Input Presets that are ready to use.

  • Page 29: Setup Menus

      Setup Menus This section describes the RS20i setup menus. The full menu structure of the RS20i is illustrated on the next five pages. Following that is a detailed explanation of each screen and functionality. 4.1 Navigating the Setup Menus Select the SETUP button from the Home screen to access the Setup menus.
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  • Page 35: Setup Screen

    Routing – See 4.5.3 Routing/Crossovers, page 69. ChDelays – See 4.5.4 Channel Delays, page 71. BassMan – See 4.6 Bass Management Setup, page 73. • Automation group Macros – See 4.11 Automation Macros, page 101. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 36: About Input Presets

    Identifying names are also given to EQ Setups and Output Presets. The buttons along the bottom of the RS20i Home screen are the Input Presets that are defined by the installer for a particular application. If more than 8 input presets are created, then button 8 may be programmed as the More button which allows access to all available Input Presets through a pop-up window.
  • Page 37 The default output preset is 7.1, which includes the default 8-channel assignments and trim values flat. Figure 17. Global Settings and Input Discrete Settings RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 38: Overview, Creating An Input Preset

    This is an overall summary of the procedure for creating an audio input. Each is described in more detail later in this section. Assign Input Preset name. The RS20i comes with some Input Presets already installed which have general names reflecting the input source. These Input Presets should be renamed to describe specific installation inputs and/or configuration.
  • Page 39 Input Preset for configuration without going to the Home screen. Touch the drop down list to open it, then touch the input name to select it. This will become the current Input Preset. Figure 19. Select Current Input Preset RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 40: Edit Input Presets

    Startup Input Preset The Startup Input Preset is the default Input Preset when the RS20i is powered up. Select any defined Input Preset or Last Input Preset. Touch the drop down list to open it, then select the Input Preset. Use the Volume Control knob to scroll the list, if necessary.
  • Page 41 Press the Copy button to complete the process, or press Cancel to quit. Select one of the pre-installed Input Presets in your RS20i and use it as a template for a new one. The Input Preset is created with the Input Source as described by the Input Preset name, and retains the Current EQ Setup and current Output Preset.

  • Page 42: Input Button Assignments

    Note: To un-assign or delete a button assignment, select the button from the drop down list, then select the blank option from the Assign drop down list, then touch Assign. The Current Assignments listing will no longer show the button assignment. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 43: Enable "More" Button

    Navigate to the Input Source screen in order to select the source for the current Input Preset. Touch the desired input source buttons in the Analog or Digital group of buttons. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 44 HDMI Audio/Video Input port selection 1. If a DTS or Dolby Digital bitstream is detected and decoded, the decoded stream will be routed to the first eight channels internally on the RS20i. See section 4.3.6 Surround Decoder Setup on page 48 for more information.

  • Page 45: Input Options

    Input Source is set to Mic Pre. See 4.3.5.4 Mic Level, page 48. • Digital Cinema Options – This menu is used when the Input Source is Digital 1>16. See 4.3.7 Digital Cinema Options, page 52. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 46 During an input change, the Fade In and Fade Out period can be set from 0 to Fade In/Fade Out 5000 ms (5 seconds). Use the Volume Control knob to set. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 47 Subtract surround distance from the screen distance, and add 20 (screen - surround + 20). The result is the surround delay in milliseconds. • After setting the surround delay in the RS20i, verify the setting by listening to a familiar soundtrack. The action on-screen should match sound in the theater. 4.3.5.3 Stereo Level This screen is available for Input Presets that use the Stereo1 or Stereo2 input source.

  • Page 48: Surround Decoder Setup

    Mic Pre and Digital 1-16. The menu path to access this screen is: Setup > Inputs > Input Options > Decoder Setup Figure 30. Decoder Setup The controls available on this screen are described in the table below. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 49 Note: LFE Adj is only required when playing old DTS discs that did not have Options correct LFE encoding level. Normally it should be +10 dB, the same as for Dolby. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 50 The RS20i monitors the selected input signal to determine the type of audio signal received. If a DTS, DTS-HD or Dolby Digital bitstream is detected, the RS20i decodes the audio and places it on the first 8 channels (see Table 10, below).
  • Page 51 Auro 11.1 None DTS Neo:X Dolby PLIIz Dolby PLII Auro-3D Auro 11.1 (7+4) None DTS Neo:X Dolby PLIIz Dolby PLIIx Auro-3D Auro 13.1 None DTS Neo:X Dolby PLIIz Dolby PLIIx Auro-3D RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 52: Digital Cinema Options

    Select the DC Audio Configuration from the drop-down. Options are described in the table below. Table 12. DC Audio Configuration Configuration Description All Digital Inputs are mapped to RS20i channels. Default Same as Default, but if Route Unused Inputs is NOT selected, unused Digital 5.1 DCP Inputs are not mapped to RS20i channels.

  • Page 53: Audio Eq Setup

    The button color turns light blue when at least one filter has been set (non-flat) Parametric on at least one channel. See 4.4.4 Parametric Equalization, page 60. Equalization See 4.4.5 Copy/Clear EQ, page 61. Copy/Clear EQ RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 54: Edit Eq

    Select an existing EQ setup from the drop-down list on the right side of the screen. Press the Delete button to complete the process, or press Cancel to Delete EQ quit. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 55: Dirac Live Optimization

    The RS20i supports two versions of Dirac which are referred to as Dirac 1 and Dirac 2 in the menus. The Dirac 1 version is the original, while Dirac 2 is the latest and allows more flexibility in the setup process.

  • Page 56: Third Octave Eq

    (Dirac, EQ, etc). LineOut means that the signal source for the RTA is from the current output channel, so you would see the effects of the Dirac, EQ, etc. If RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 57 1.5kHz to 12kHz. The corner frequency cannot be set for individual channels—the setting affects all channels in the current EQ set. See 4.4.6 Audio Levels, page 62. Levels See 4.4.5 Copy/Clear EQ, page 61. Copy EQ RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 58 A channel selection button color will be blue if that channel has a non-flat configuration. 4.4.3.2 RTA Options RTA Options is a global setting that is used for RTA configuration in both 1/3 Octave Equalization and Parametric Equalization. Figure 37. RTA Options Screen RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 59 Note: If Mic Power is ON, it remains ON when you leave this screen and go to other screens. However, Mic Power is automatically disabled when the RS20i resets. This Mic Power setting is independent of the Mic power configuration option for the Input Source.

  • Page 60: Parametric Equalization

    When the input field is set to Mic, the RTA selects the Mic input which will show the effects of the EQ settings as well as the room. Channel tuning should be RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 61: Copy/Clear Eq

    Parametric filters allow you to add subjective bumps or dips to the filter. The RS20i features Parametric EQ on every channel. Parametric EQ is an optional adjustment and is in addition to 1/3 Octave EQ. It is only available with low frequencies and offers more control than 1/3 Octave EQ.

  • Page 62: Audio Levels

    SPL meter or RTA. • General testing or troubleshooting. The installer may diagnose a problem by muting selected channels while playing content, or playing pink noise on selected channels. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 63 -15dB. This volume control is the same as the one in the Home screen. On/off control will mute/unmute all channels. This mute enable is the same as Master Mute that on the Home screen. Use it in case of accidental loud noise. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 64: Output Preset

    1 and 2. 4.5 Output Preset The Output Preset screen allows you to select and/or configure the Output Preset for the current Input Preset. To access Output Preset Setup: RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 65 Spk Filt Note: Changes made to the Channel Names, Routing/Crossovers, Channel Delays and Bass Management are saved with the Current Output Preset, and affect all Input Presets using that Output Preset. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 66: Edit Output Preset

    Select an existing Output Preset from the Rename drop-down list on the Rename Output right side of the screen. Preset Touch the To box to bring up the virtual keyboard and enter a new name for the Output Preset. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 67 The table below shows the speaker configuration and channel numbers assigned for the available Output Preset Templates. Table 22. Speaker Configurations for different Output Preset Templates 11.4 11.4 Auro Auro Auro Auro 11.1 11.1 Auro Auro 13.1 13.1 RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 68: Channel Names

    The names assigned apply to the internal channel before the output routing. Output channels are identified in various RS20i screens by using the internal channel name (before routing) followed by a dash ('-') and the output channel ID. For example, if channel 1 is L and routed to output channels 1 and 9 using the channel IDs 'H' and 'L', respectively, then output channel 1 is labeled as L-H and output channel 9 is labeled L-L.

  • Page 69: Routing/Crossovers

    High Pass Filter Options are: Off, HP filt 6, 12, 18, 24, and 48 dB/octave Butterworth, 12, 24, and 48 Linkwitz-Riley, and 6, 12, 18, 24, and 48 dB/octave Bessel RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 70 4.5.3.2 Signal flow When implementing crossovers or implementing different internal routing on the RS20i, the internal channel numbers do not match the output channel numbers. The following explanation clarifies how the menus operate regarding the channel numbers.

  • Page 71: Channel Delays

    1 to 8 or channels 9 to 16. The lower portion sets delays for Output Channels. The total delay for a group of output channels cannot exceed 353ms. The controls available on this screen are described in this table. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 72: Speaker Filt

    Unlike the EQ settings, these filter configurations are stored with the Output Profile. Setup > Out Prst > Spk Filt Figure 49. Speaker Filter The controls available on this screen are described in this table. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 73: Bass Management Setup

    This section describes how to configure the bass management on the RS20i using the Setup screens. This assumes that you are familiar with the RS20i bass management features and concepts. If not, you are encouraged to review topic 4.7.3, Bass Management Theory (page 83) before proceeding with the setup.
  • Page 74 Speaker icons HL/HR – High Left / High Right speakers Lw/Rw – Front Wide speakers HLs/HRs – High Surround speakers HC – High Center speaker T – Top Center speaker RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 75: Speaker Options Configuration Screen

    Each speaker or speaker pair may display a different set of options. Figure 51 shows Bass Management Center Speaker Options for a configuration with Subwoofers. Touch the icon of the Center Speaker, in the Bass Management Setup screen, to access this screen. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 76 The offset level can be adjusted from +3dB to -10dB. Bass Management Options for Speakers Table 28 shows the possible types of speaker configuration options available when the speaker configuration includes one or more subwoofers. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 77 Left channel, Right Surround offset and mixed with the Right channel. Table 29 shows the possible types of speaker configuration options available when the speaker configuration includes no subwoofer. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 78 Left and Right channels. Phantom Left Surround/ Left Surround offset Surround Right Surround and mixed with Left channel, Right Surround offset and mixed with the Right channel. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 79: Bass Management Setup Procedure

    13.1 configuration without the HC speaker. When selected, the HC channel is downmixed with HL and HR. Activate Enable Bass Management on the Bass Management Setup screen. This is the master enable that turns on all Bass Management functions. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 80: Configuration Using 1 Or More Subwoofers

    Small – Cross with the subwoofer(s). Select the desired crossover filter frequency and slope. HL, HR – High Left and High Right speaker options: Large – (default) Speaker can handle full range of frequencies. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 81: Configuration With No Subwoofers

    Small – Do not mix LFE channel with this speaker. A high pass filter is applied to the Left Surround and Right Surround channels. Adjust the high pass frequency and slope as needed. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 82 In order to use this option, the Left Surround and Right Surround speakers should be defined as Large. If not, an error message will appear on the screen. T – Top speaker options: RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 83: Bass Management Theory

    Left Surround and Right Surround (Ls/Rs) Left Back Surround and Right Back Surround (Lb/Rb) High Left Front and High Right Front (HL/HR) High Center (HC) High Left Surround and High Right Surround (HLs/HRs) Top (T) RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 84 When no subwoofer is installed, the LFE can be mixed with the Left/Right and/or Left Surround/Right Surround speakers by having those speakers selected as “Large” in the Speaker Options screen. Figure 53 illustrates the LFE input being mixed with the left channel. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 85 The offset control appears only for phantom speaker options. It allows the level for that speaker to be adjusted before being mixed with the Left or Right speaker. The offset level can be adjusted from +3dB to -10dB. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 86: System Setup

    The System Setup screen is used to set the brightness and select the screensaver on the LCD screen, in addition to updating the RS20i operating system, setting access password, and saving or restoring the RS20i configuration to/from a USB drive. To access this screen: Setup >...

  • Page 87: Update System Software

    Update System Software There are two ways you can update your software. The first way is to connect to the servers at Datasat Digital Entertainment to select and install the update. This requires that the RS20i is connected to the Internet.
  • Page 88 2. Use the Volume Control knob to highlight the desired software version. The current version of software loaded on the RS20i is displayed under Current on the right side of the screen. The highlighted software version, will display under Selected on the right side of the screen.

  • Page 89: Usb Save/Restore

    A master configuration is intended to be a template used to configure similar RS20i processors. It may be used as the first step in the configuration of additional installed units. Use the RS20i GUI to save the Master configuration from one RS20i to a USB memory device, then move the USB memory device to a separate RS20i and select Load from USB to copy that configuration file.
  • Page 90 Save on USB Save RS20i Configuration. This will erase any previous RS20i Configuration file from this unit on the USB device. The RS20i Configuration file is given the name rs20_nnnn.tgz, where nnnn is the RS20i serial number. Save MasterConfiguration. The MASTER configuration may be loaded onto other RS20i units.

  • Page 91: Access Control

    Appendix E for information on remote network control and the API commands. An operator will be required to enter the Netcmd password for logging into the unit through VNC. Note: Changes in the Netcmd password affect the VNC session only after the RS20i has been reset.

  • Page 92: System Info

    RS20i Installation and Operating Guide      If the password is lost and you cannot access the RS20i, contact Datasat Digital Entertainment technical support. To remove password protection, clear the password by pressing the Clear button, then enter a hyphen “-“ and press OK.
  • Page 93 Area or Button Description Upper left Version – Identifies the current software version installed on the RS20i. BuildDate – The build date associated with the current software version. SerialNumber – The unique unit serial number. MACAddress – The network MAC address for the unit.

  • Page 94: System Setup (2)

    Dirac 2 is recommended for all new installations provided that the installer has Dirac 2 setup software. After selecting the Dirac Version, the RS20i must be reset from the front RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 95: Monitor Volume

    4.9.1 Monitor Volume When an external powered speaker is connected to the RS20i monitor output, the level can be controlled using the monitor volume. To adjust the external monitor volume, touch the Monitor button in the System Setup (2) screen.
  • Page 96 Channel volume: Select channel(s), then touch the + or – button to adjust volume from 0 to Touch Close to close the Mix window. It also will close automatically after 30 seconds of inactivity. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 97: Log File

    Log File The log file is a listing of the most recent software events that have taken place since the RS20i was last powered on. The listing includes changes made internally by the RS20i software, as well as user initiated system changes through the touch screen interface.

  • Page 98: Network Configuration

    4.10 Network Configuration The Network Configuration screen is used to configure and check the network connection to the RS20i. A properly configured network connection is required to use any RS20i network features, including VNC (Virtual Network Connection), remote network control from an automation unit, and remote software update.

  • Page 99: Network Diagnostics

    Server where the log files will be stored. Log Server DHCP mode means that when the RS20i is connected to the network, an IP Address is automatically assigned to it. The boxes for IP Address, Mask, Broadcast Addr, Gateway and DHCP or Static DNS Server 1 are filled in.

  • Page 100: Snmp Agent

    Some local area networks (LANs) have a connection to the internet, some do not. In order to update the RS20i from the Datasat Digital Entertainment server, there must be an internet connection. To test this, use the Ping Test utility on the Network Diagnostics screen.

  • Page 101: Automation Macros

    Event, an automation button, or included as part of a separate Macro. The menu bar contains an Events button to allow easy navigation between the Events screen and the Macros screen when building Macros and assigning them to Events. Setup > Macros RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 102: Add Macro

    Existing Actions may also be highlighted and edited (touch the Edit button), moved up or down in the sequence (Move Up, Move Down), or removed (touch the Delete button). Touch Copy to copy an action to repeat it or to edit it. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 103: Copy Macro

    True or False as part of a separate action. When finished, touch OK to confirm or Cancel to undo. Cancel / OK RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 104 100ms and 1000ms in 5ms increments. Run Command – Touch the Cmd field to open a virtual keyboard. Enter a RS20i command to be run. Any RS20i command defined by the RS20i command API can be executed by this action.

  • Page 105: Automation Events

    4.13.1 Add New Event Selecting the Add New Event button opens the Automation Edit Event screen and automatically assigns a temporary event name (EV0), which is added to the event list. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 106: Automation Buttons

    Action Types are described on page 104. 4.14 Automation Buttons The Automation Buttons screen shows existing buttons assigned to an Event. Information on the associated event appears below each configured button. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 107 To assign an Action to the button, touch the Run: Action button and touch the white box that appears below it. This will bring up the Automation Edit Action screen. Touch OK when finished, or touch Cancel to cancel this task. RS20i Installation & Operating Guide Document # 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...

  • Page 108: Automation Serial Setup

        4.15 Automation Serial Setup Use this screen to set up the RS232 serial port on the RS20i rear panel. Setup > Serial Figure 75. Automation Serial Setup On this screen, select from the drop-down lists for these parameters:...
  • Page 109 To verify that the RS20i is properly receiving an input from an external source you would need to make the external device send a low signal on that pin. Then confirm that the signal is received by the RS20i by checking if the corresponding indicator turns blue.

  • Page 110: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    AC outlet protected by a surge protector. See Powering ON the RS20i Processor, page 13. If the RS20i is mounted in a rack and a breaker is used for the rack, make sure the breaker is ON.

  • Page 111: Over-Temperature Alert

      5.2.1 Over-Temperature Alert If the internal temperature of the RS20i reaches a critical level of 50°C or greater, a red flashing alert indicator will appear. Figure 77. Over-Temperature Alert message The flashing alert message appears only on the Home screen. The RS20i will remain operational and the menus can be accessed as usual.

  • Page 112: Volume Control Not Functioning

    Using your finger, double-tap the volume control level number displayed in the box at the top right corner on RS20i’s touch screen. Once you double-tap, a set of arrows will appear that can be used to adjust the main volume up or down. To increase volume, touch the right arrow. To decrease volume, touch the left arrow.

  • Page 113: Error Booting The Rs20I

    (hard boot). ************************************************************  mount: mounting /dev/sda1 on /tmp/usb failed: No such device or address  mount: mounting /dev/sda on /tmp/usb failed: No such device or address  ************************************************************  To solve this problem, reboot the RS20i, making sure nothing is in contact with the touch screen during the boot-up process. Appendices On the pages that follow: Appendix A Connector Pinouts ..........................A-1 Appendix B Interface Wiring Diagrams ........................B-1...

  • Page 114: Connector Pin-Outs

    RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page A-1 Appendix A. Connector Pin-outs This appendix lists the pin-out of all of the connectors on the back panel of the Auro RS20i Audio Processor. Figure 1. RS20i Rear Panel TRIGGER OUT 12V – 3.5mm MONO...
  • Page 115 RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page A-2 CONTROL (RS232)– DB9F Description Data out - TXD Data in - RXD Connected to pin 6 Chassis GND Connected to pin 4 Connected to pin 8 Connected to pin 7 N/C = No connection SERVICE PORT (RS232)–...
  • Page 116 RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page A-3 HDMI IN 1-4, OUT – HDMI HDMI Description TMDS Data 2 (+) TMDS Data 2 (Shield) TMDS Data 2 (-) TMDS Data 1 (+) TMDS Data 1 (Shield) TMDS Data 1 (-) TMDS Data 0 (+)
  • Page 117 RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page A-4 DIGITAL AUDIO IN (CH 1 – 8) – DB25F Description Chassis Ground AES 1/2 - AES 3/4 + Chassis Ground AES 5/6 - AES 7/8 + Chassis Ground Chassis Ground Chassis Ground AES 1/2 +...
  • Page 118 RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page A-5 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (CH 1 – 8) – DB25M Description Chassis Ground AES 1/2 - AES 3/4 + Chassis Ground AES 5/6 - AES 7/8 + Chassis Ground Chassis Ground Chassis Ground Word Clock Out...
  • Page 119 RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page A-6 Datasat Digital Entertainment offers a DB25 male to female cable, 3-feet long, for hook-up (P/N 9022H51901). If wiring your own cable, the following criteria must be met: 1. Cable must be double shielded to conform to FCC\CE RF radiation emission limits.
  • Page 120 CHANNEL 12 (+) N/C = No connection Note: RS20i Analog channels are designed to be balanced, not single ended, for highest sound quality. If wiring single ended, wire only to (+) and ground. The (-) side of the channels should not be connected. Do not short the (-) sides of the channels to ground, which will degrade sound quality and cause the RS20i to overheat.
  • Page 121 CHANNEL 4 (+) N/C = No connection Note: RS20i Analog in and out channels are designed to be balanced, not single ended, for highest sound quality. If wiring single ended, wire only to (+) and ground. The (-) side of the channels should not be connected. Do not short the (-) sides of the channels to ground, which will degrade sound quality and cause the RS20i to overheat.

  • Page 122: Interface Wiring Diagrams

    RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page B-1 Appendix B: Interface Wiring Diagrams Interface Wiring Diagrams Appendix B: Document #: 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 123 RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page B-2 Interface Wiring Diagrams Appendix B: Document #: 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 124 RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page B-3 Interface Wiring Diagrams Appendix B: Document #: 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 125 RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page B-4 Interface Wiring Diagrams Appendix B: Document #: 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 126 RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page B-5 Interface Wiring Diagrams Appendix B: Document #: 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 127 RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page C- Appendix C: RS20i Product Specifications Digital Audio Decoders Auro (option) ® Auro-3D Decoding Engine ® Auro-3D Upmix Engine Dolby ® Dolby Digital Plus ® ® Dolby ProLogic IIx and IIz ® Dolby TrueHD DTS-HD Master Audio™...
  • Page 128 RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page C- Signal Outputs Digital Audio Outputs Channels: 16, fully routable as to input Connectors: Two DB25 Male (Ch1-8 and Ch9-16) Digital Format: AES/EBU Sample Rates: 48kHz, 96kHz and 192kHz Analog Audio Outputs Channels: 16 (fully routable as to input), common mapping with Digital Outputs...

  • Page 129: Product Specifications

    Shipping Weight (with packaging and accessories) 36 lbs (16.33 kg) RS20i unit weight 26.5lbs (12.02 kg) 3U 19” rackmount with optional ears RS20i depth behind optional rack ears 16.86” (42.82 cm) Appendix C. Product Specifications Document #: 9301H52900 Ver. 1.02...
  • Page 130 RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page C- Regulatory Compliance UL CB Scheme FCC Part 15, subpart B Class B RoHS compliant E&OE All product specifications subject to change without notice. All trademarks are properties of their respective owners. Appendix C. Product Specifications...

  • Page 131: Speaker Configurations

    Page D- Appendix D: Speaker Configurations Datasat Digital Entertainment is a pioneer in surround sound, with roots in the introduction of 5.1 digital surround in cinemas and on LaserDisc in the early 1990s. Today, Datasat’s innovative range of home theatre processors expands upon those possibilities, supporting up to 13.1 channels of immersive sound.
  • Page 132 RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page D- 7.1 (available on many Blu Ray discs as DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD or uncompressed LPCM soundtracks) adds a pair of discrete back surround channels, for a total of 4 surrounds: Left Surround, Left Back Surround, Right Back Surround and Right Surround.
  • Page 133 The number and placement of subwoofers can greatly affect bass response and even distribution of bass across listening positions. Every home theatre has different requirements, but Datasat recommends as a general guideline the use of 2 or even 4 subwoofers to provide accurate, even bass response.
  • Page 134 RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page D- Auro-3D Auro-3D is a new sound format, which adds both height and top layers of audio to create a fully immersive surround sound experience. Auro-3D incorporates both a decoder, to play back discrete 3D sound mixes (up to 13.1 channels) in their native format and an upmixer, which can create an Auro-3D soundtrack from any...
  • Page 135 RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page D- Auro 11.1 For large rooms, such as those with an acoustically transparent screen, Auro 11.1 completes the height layer by adding a height speaker corresponding to the Center channel. Auro 13.1 The full configuration for Auro-3D is 13.1, which adds to the 11.1 configuration the Left Back and Right Back speakers used in 7.1 configurations.
  • Page 136 The remote serial control device must be connected to the RS232 ”Control” connector on the back of the RS20i. To configure the serial port on the RS20i, go to the menu System -> Automation ->Serial. Select the desired baud rate, and data bits should be 8. Also set Serial Command Mode to RS20i.
  • Page 137 The AUTH command must be sent to the RS20i before sending a password protected command. If this is not done, then the command results in no action and the RS20i returns the string “SECERR”. Sending the correct password enables all network commands for the password level for as long as the network connection is maintained.
  • Page 138 RS20i. Note: Spaces may be used within the name. See the command INPUTNAMES to extract a list of valid input names in the current RS20i configuration. Example Set the Input to Oppo 95 @INPUT Oppo 95<cr>...
  • Page 139 RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page E-4 Control Commands 3. Standby Power Command: @POWER<space>[mode]<CR> Operation Response: POWER<space>mode<CR> Read/Write This is used to control the power mode. Note: On a network TCP/IP connection, the network connection is closed / reset during the power on process.
  • Page 140 OK or ERR no macro<CR> Write This is used to execute a user defined automation macro in the RS20i. User defined macros must be created in the RS20i setup menus, or copied through the configuration file. See the command MACRONAMES to extract a list of available macros in the current RS20i configuration.
  • Page 141 Increase volume by 0.5dB @VOLUME +5<cr> Send: VOLUME 345<cr> Receive: 8. Master Volume Mute Command: @MUTED<space>[value]<CR> Operation Response: MUTED<space>value<CR> Read/Write Mute or Unmute the RS20i output. Parameters value Selection Unmute Mute Toggle Mute State Example Mute @MUTED 1<cr> Send: MUTED 1<cr>...
  • Page 142 @MONITORLEVEL 70<cr> Send: MONITORLEVEL 70<cr> Receive: 9. Monitor Mute Command: @MONITORMUTE<space>[value]<CR> Operation Response: MONITORMUTE<space>value<CR> Read/Write Mute or unmute the RS20i monitor, or read the current setting. Parameters value Selection Unmute Mute Example Mute the monitor. @MONITORMUTE 1<cr> Send: MONITORMUTE 1<cr>...
  • Page 143 NOISESEQ value<CR> Read/Write Enable an internally generated pink noise that is sequenced through RS20i channels. The exact channel sequence is dependant on the speaker configuration. This sequence for each speaker configuration is shown in the table below. The LFE and additional sub woofers are not included in the noise sequence.
  • Page 144 RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page E-9 Table 2. Auro Configurations Speaker Channel Sequence Configuration Auro 9.1 Auro 10.1 Auro 11.1 Auro 11.1 (7+4) Auro 13.1 Auro 13.1 with phantom HC Example Start automatic pink noise sequence. @NOISESEQ 1<cr> Send: NOISESEQ 1<cr>...
  • Page 145 RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page E-10 Notes: The mode will not change when the selected mode is not valid for the current speaker configuration. Sub Configurations DTS Neo:X See the command NEOXMODE for details on configuration item available only with DTS Neo:X.
  • Page 146 RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page E-11 14. Pro Logic II/IIx Mode Selects Pro Logic II or Pro Logic IIx mode to Pro Logic, Music, Game or Dolby Digital EX. The Pro Logic II/IIx mode selection is in affect only when the Post Processing Mode (DECODERPOST) is set for Pro Logic II or Pro Logic IIx.
  • Page 147 RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page E-12 Parameters: Selection Sound field towards the rear ⇑ ⇓ Sound field towards the front 16. Center Width for Pro Logic IIx Music Mode The Center Width control works with Pro Logic IIx music.
  • Page 148 RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page E-13 18. Height Gain for Pro Logic IIz This command sets or reads the height gain selection used with Pro Logic IIz. Command: @DPL2HEGAIN [value]<cr> Response: DPL2HEGAIN value<CR> Read/Write Parameters: [value] Selection High 19. Auro-3D Strength...
  • Page 149 RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page E-14 Parameters: [value] Selection Stereo Surround Auro-3D (Valid only with one of the Auro speaker Configurations 22. Dolby DRC Setting Command: @TRUEHDDRC [drc]<cr> Response: TRUEHDDRC drc<CR> Read/Write Parameters: Selection DRC Off On / TrueHD-Auto...
  • Page 150 RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page E-15 25. Dolby LFE Boost Enable 10dB gain to the subwoofer outputs when playing Dolby Digital decoded audio Command: @ DECODERDDLFEBOOST [ddlfe]<cr> Response: DECODERDDLFEBOOST ddlfe<CR> Read/Write Parameters: ddlfe Selection Do not apply 10dB gain for Dolby...
  • Page 151 Spaces may be included within the macro names. This will be empty if there are no macros defined in the RS20i. 30. List EQ Setup Names The RS20i may up to 20 different EQ sets stored. This command returns a comma delimited string with all EQ setup names. Command: @EQNAMES<cr>...
  • Page 152 TCP/IP connection. Note: This application accepts only Latin alphanumeric characters. There are two levels of password protection in the RS20i. Both levels are set in the System > Access Control screen on the RS20i. The top password labeled NetCmd Password will allow access to the RS20i for Operator level type commands.
  • Page 153 RS20i Installation and Operating Guide Page E-18 The RS20i returns this value if neither Setup nor Operator level SECERR authorization has been granted. 35. Serial Number Command: @SERIALNO<CR> Operation Response: SERIALNO <space>SN<CR> Read Reads the RS20i serial number. Parameters This value is the serial number string that has been permanently assigned to the RS20i unit.

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