Rms Network - Meyer Sound MDM-832 Operating Instructions Manual

RMS NETWORK

The RMS remote monitoring system network connections
allow the MDM-832 distribution module to be connected to
an RMS network. RMS reports, in real time, the status and
power usage of multiple Meyer Sound loudspeakers from a
Mac or Windows-based computer. The host computer com-
municates with RMS-equipped loudspeakers and power
supplies via RMServer , a compact, Ethernet-based hard-
™
ware unit with two FT-10 ports. RMServer stores system
configurations internally, eliminating most manual data entry.
Systems can be monitored from a laptop at front-of-house
or backstage, or from a tablet computer anywhere within the
venue over WiFi.
By connecting the MDM-832 to an RMS network and utiliz-
ing the front-panel XLR 5-pin male connectors or the
front-panel RMS loudspeaker connectors, connecting loud-
speakers equipped with RMS modules to the MDM-832
allows distribution of network information between the loud-
speakers and RMServer.
NOTE: RMS does not control AC power.
NOTE: For the latest RMS system require-
ments, visit the Meyer Sound website
(http://www.meyersound.com).
Connecting to Additional Distribution Mod-
ules and RMServer
When using multiple distribution modules, the RMS network
can be extended between them (daisy-chained) such that all
connected loudspeakers report their operating parameters
to the RMS network through the distribution modules.
To extend the RMS network between multiple MDM-832
distribution modules, connect an RMS cable to one of the
rear-panel RMS network ports of one module, then connect
the other end to one of the RMS network ports of the sec-
ond module.
To connect the MDM-832 to RMServer, connect an RMS
cable to one of the RMS network ports of the MDM-832,
then connect the other end to one of the FT-10 ports of
RMServer.
NOTE: For more information about RMServer,
refer to the RMServer Hardware Guide
(PN 05.222.024.01) and the Remote Monitoring Sys-
tem User Guide (PN 05.033.302.18).
Compass RMS Software
Compass RMS software provides extensive system status
™
and performance data for each loudspeaker, including
amplifier voltage, limiting activity, power output, fan and
driver status, as well as mute and solo capability. Loud-
speakers are added to the RMS network and assigned a
node name during a one-time discovery procedure. Once
loudspeakers are identified on the RMS network, they
appear in the Compass RMS software as icons that can be
customized.
Compass RMS Window
Individual loudspeakers can be physically identified with the
Wink option in RMS, which lights the Wink LED on the RMS
module for that particular loudspeaker. Conversely, a loud-
speaker can be identified in Compass RMS by pressing the
Service or Identify button on the loudspeaker's RMS mod-
ule.
Loudspeaker icons can be arranged to represent how loud-
speakers have been deployed in the system. Multiple pages
can be saved and recalled for specific performances and
venues.
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