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- Page 1 User Manual Applies to XIRIUM PRO CANADA devices...
- Page 2 This user manual is protected by copyright. The user manual must not be duplicated, reproduced, microfilmed or translated, or converted to be saved and processed in EDP systems, neither as excerpts nor in full, without the express written authorization of Neutrik. Copyright by: © Neutrik® AG...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
4.4.7 Line-of-sight and redundant RF path .....26 8.2.1 Recommended settings ......... 51 4.4.8 Antenna height + distance ......26 8.2.2 XIRIUM PRO basic kit with access point ..51 4.5 Selecting transmission channels ......27 8.3 Technical specifications ........52 4.5.1 Automatic selection of transmission channels 27 4.5.2 Manual selection of transmission channels ..27... -
Page 4: About This Document
Extreme Ruggedized One Channel mode for a secure connection in extreme situations. Peripheral devices All devices which can be connected with each other via the XIRIUM PRO devices: audio sources (transmitters) and audio sinks (receivers) Audio source All devices which emit a signal Audio sink All devices which receive the audio signals, e.g., loudspeakers, audio... -
Page 5: Explanation Of Symbols
This user manual is directed to sound engineers and professional personnel who have detailed expe- rience in the sound and event technology. Personnel who are in training must only work with this device under the supervision of experienced persons. User Manual – XIRIUM PRO ® BDA 471 2016/09... -
Page 6: Safety
This type of warning points out a situation which could result in damage to the device and its components. If this warning is not heeded, property damage may result. 2.2 Warning symbols Symbol Warning General warning Warning of hearing impairment Danger of electric shock User Manual – XIRIUM PRO ® BDA 471 2016/09... -
Page 7: Important Regulatory Notes
2. l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. † NOTICE Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Neutrik may void the FCC and IC authorization to operate this equipment. † NOTICE This device must be professionally installed. -
Page 8: Radio Frequency Radiation Exposure Information
Danger of injury or electric shock and property damage due to improper repair! The XIRIUM PRO devices do not contain any parts which you can repair yourself. Opening or re- pairing the devices on your own can lead to severe damage to the devices and electrical shock or injuries to the operator. - Page 9 Ensure that the ambient conditions specified for XIRIUM PRO are observed during operation. Do not use the XIRIUM PRO devices if they are not functioning properly, have fallen or been damaged, have become wet or if parts of the devices have been immersed in water.
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Page 10: Proper Use
être présents ou peuvent se produire. 2.5 Proper use The XIRIUM PRO devices are intended for signal transmission between an audio source and an audio sink in accordance with the technical specifications. -
Page 11: Components And Accessories
The components and accessories are ordered individually. Pos. Description Article no. TX base station* NXP2TX (TX base station, XIRIUM PRO USB data cable, Manfrotto universal mounting clamp, 5 GHz antenna, 2.4 GHz antenna) RX base station* NXP2RX (RX base station, XIRIUM PRO USB data cable, Manfrotto universal mounting clamp, 5 GHz antenna, 2.4 GHz antenna) -
Page 12: Basic Kit
Components and accessories 3.2 Basic kit The XIRIUM PRO basic kit includes everything needed to set up a cable-free transmission in studio quality. The XIRIUM PRO basic kit is delivered with a preconfigured access point. Description Article no. Hard case (trolley) with foam cutouts (fully equipped) -
Page 13: Description Of Product
Description of product 4 Description of product ON/OFF LINK push 1s XROC push 4s 4.1 XIRIUM PRO base station PUSH PUSH LIECHTENSTEIN IN 1 (XROC) IN 2 ON/OFF LINK push 1s ON/OFF LINK push 1s XROC push 4s DELAY push 4s... -
Page 14: Modules
OUT 2 interface between base station and module (different connections depending on module) Module with integrated battery powerCON TRUE1 chassis LIECHTENSTEIN LIECHTENSTEIN for XIRIUM PRO power cable LIECHTENSTEIN IN 1 (XROC) IN 2 Locking bolt OUT 2 LIECHTENSTEIN LED charging indicator •... -
Page 15: Xirium Pro App
Description of product 4.3 XIRIUM PRO app The XIRIUM PRO app enables convenient operation and control of the devices from a tablet. 4.3.1 Overview of operation elements Pos. Description Page title Operation and display area Navigation bar Navigation bar Pos. Description Pos. - Page 16 Edit page of the selected device. Mute icon: Indicates, if RX is muted Zone indicator: Displays to which country settings the devices in use are programmed. User Manual – XIRIUM PRO ® BDA 471 2016/09...
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Page 17: Links/Overview Page
The display is highlighted in red when there is a AVAILABLE DEVICES poor connection to the TX, or none at all. Displays all available devices which have not yet been assigned to a transmission path. Tapping OPEN/CLOSE opens/closes the display. User Manual – XIRIUM PRO ® BDA 471 2016/09... -
Page 18: Edit Page
10 seconds. Edit Device Opens the Edit Device page so all properties of the device can be edited. Reset Device Reset device properties to factory state 4.3.3 Edit page Edit TX User Manual – XIRIUM PRO ® BDA 471 2016/09... - Page 19 XROC: Indicates whether the XROC mode is ON/OFF. In standalone mode the Allow link button is shown on the Edit page. Tapping the Allow link button starts the connection process of the TX. User Manual – XIRIUM PRO ® BDA 471 2016/09...
- Page 20 In standalone mode the Link button is shown on page Edit. Tapping the Link button links this RX to the TX. User Manual – XIRIUM PRO ® BDA 471 2016/09...
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Page 21: Settings Page
Opens entry field for service code options. (only for service personnel) Information about the software About Software Version: Version of the installed app. Manufacturer address Version Date: Date app was issued. User Manual – XIRIUM PRO ® BDA 471 2016/09... -
Page 22: Getting Started
With just 2 devices, the transmitter (TX) and the receiver (RX), an audio signal can be transmitted quickly and cost-efficiently. The XIRIUM PRO system transfers audio signals (LINE level) as well as digital audio signals (AES or DANTE) in studio quality with an extremely low latency time. -
Page 23: App
Description of product 4.4.1 App The app is the central control interface of the XIRIUM PRO system. Using the app, transmission paths and networks can be created and managed. The app provides information about the current status of the connected devices and transmission paths. The XIRIUM PRO devices can be connected to the... -
Page 24: Transmission Power
-3 dB are used. If the 9 dBi antenna and/or a higher transmission power are used, the minimum distance increases. Decreasing transmission power Increasing transmission power In indoor areas and over short In outdoor areas and over longer distances. distances. User Manual – XIRIUM PRO ® BDA 471 2016/09... -
Page 25: Xroc Mode
RF channel. The connection between the devices is much more stable in XROC mode, because external influences do not interfere with the RF signal between the XIRIUM PRO devices as much. External influences include strong reflections of the RF signal in a room or from buildings, or external signals. -
Page 26: Line-Of-Sight And Redundant Rf Path
Description of product 4.4.7 Line-of-sight and redundant RF path For a reliable wireless audio link, make sure all XIRIUM PRO devices have a line-of-sight connection. If a line-of-sight connection cannot be established, the receiver may be in a drop-out zone. A drop- out zone is a point where phase cancellation occurs between the direct signal and the deflected one. -
Page 27: Selecting Transmission Channels
The transmission channel can be changed on the Edit page. More information in Section "Changing the transmission channel" on page 36. User Manual – XIRIUM PRO ® BDA 471 2016/09... -
Page 28: Operation
Secure the module in the base station: Using a straight screwdriver, turn the locking pin 1/4 rotation. The XIRIUM PRO system can be used as a signal converter. Depending on the module used, an analog signal can be converted to a digital signal, for example. -
Page 29: Setting Up The Transmission Path
End the linking process on the TX manually: Briefly push the link button. The TX link LED lights solid blue. If the connection process is not ended manually on the TX, it is automatically ended after 10 minutes. User Manual – XIRIUM PRO ® BDA 471 2016/09... -
Page 30: Installing And Starting The App
Operation 5.3 Installing and starting the app The XIRIUM PRO app is available at no cost from the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store. Start the app: Tap the XIRIUM PRO icon. The Introduction Guide is displayed when the app is started. This guide provides a quick overview of the XIRIUM PRO system. -
Page 31: Connecting Devices In Network Mode
The app connects itself with the selected device. 5.4.2 Connecting devices in network mode In network mode, the XIRIUM PRO devices are connected to the app via a WLAN access point. The transmission paths are set up and configured with the app. - Page 32 Operation Exit the app. Select the XIRIUM PRO device from the selections. On the iPad, open Settings > WLAN. Tap the Connect button. Connect the iPad with the XIRIUM PRO device. The app connects itself with the selected device. Switch back to the app.
- Page 33 Operation Exit the app. Select the XIRIUM PRO device from the available On the iPad, open Settings > WLAN. devices. Connect the iPad with the XIRIUM PRO device. Tap the Connect button. The app connects itself with Switch back to the app.
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Page 34: Arranging The Radio Transmission Path
Add a device to a different transmission path: Under Available Devices, use drag&drop to add the Tap the device and drag it to the desired transmission device to the transmission path. path. User Manual – XIRIUM PRO ® BDA 471 2016/09... -
Page 35: Configuring The Device Parameters
The power LED on the selected device flashes slowly for a few seconds. Option 2: On the Links/Overview page, tap at the device. In the options menu, tap Identify device. User Manual – XIRIUM PRO ® BDA 471 2016/09... - Page 36 Activating XROC mode via the app: On the Edit page, tap the XROC ON/OFF button. Whether XROC mode is active in the transmission path is displayed in the device properties of an RX. User Manual – XIRIUM PRO ® BDA 471 2016/09...
- Page 37 On the Edit Delay page, change the entered delay time. Enter and confirm the new delay time. If the measurement unit is changed, the value is automatically converted to the right unit. User Manual – XIRIUM PRO ® BDA 471 2016/09...
- Page 38 Confirm with OK in the Remove device window. The device is removed from the app display. As soon as the device is available again, it is displayed in the app. User Manual – XIRIUM PRO ® BDA 471 2016/09...
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Page 39: Editing System Settings
Reset the app: On the Settings page, tap the Reset system button. Activate option: Tap the checkbox. Confirm selection with OK. The app is reset. User Manual – XIRIUM PRO ® BDA 471 2016/09... -
Page 40: Setting Up And Mounting The Xirium Pro System
Operation 5.8 Setting up and mounting the XIRIUM PRO system 5.8.1 Positioning the devices When positioning and setting the devices, observe the information in Section "4.4 Getting started" on page 22. Always keep a minimum distance of 10 feet between the TX and each RX (with mounted 6 dBi antenna and transmission power at -3 dB). -
Page 41: Positioning The Repeater
TX. min. 1 ft Increase the recommended minimum distance between TX and RX to 164 feet. The ideal RSSI level is between -60 to -50 dB. min. 164 ft User Manual – XIRIUM PRO ® BDA 471 2016/09... -
Page 42: Fastening And Securing Xirium Pro Devices
Operation 5.8.4 Fastening and securing XIRIUM PRO devices † WARNING Danger of falling due to incorrectly or incompletely fastened devices! Always mount and secure the devices according to the instructions. Always mount the devices in an upright position. Always mount the devices to the rig with the delivered Manfrotto universal mounting clamp. -
Page 43: Upgrading Firmware
5.9 Upgrading firmware The software "XIRIUM PRO Firmware Upgrade Manager" executes a firmware upgrade on the XIR- IUM PRO base stations. The XIRIUM PRO USB data cable (NKXPRO-DATA), supplied with each base station, is used for connection to a computer. -
Page 44: Executing A Firmware Upgrading
Operation Follow the subsequent installation steps. 5.9.2 Executing a firmware upgrade Download the ZIP file with the current firmware from the NEUTRIK website and save it. Start the software: Double-click the program icon on the Desktop. The program window appears: User Manual –... - Page 45 Operation Connect the XIRIUM PRO base station to the computer. Click the Refresh button to update all the displays. Select the firmware file from the file selection field Firmware File. The version number of the new firmware is displayed in Selected Firmware Version.
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Page 46: Uninstalling The Xirium Pro Firmware Upgrade Manager
Operation As soon as the upgrade has completed, the software displays a message window. Disconnect the XIRIUM PRO base station from the computer. 5.9.3 Uninstalling the XIRIUM PRO Firmware Upgrade Manager Uninstall the software through the add/remove function of the operating system. -
Page 47: Troubleshooting
Deactivate flight mode on tablet. tablet. Access point changed Tablet connected with a Tablet out of range of Position device or access point different access point. access point. at a different location. User Manual – XIRIUM PRO ® BDA 471 2016/09... -
Page 48: After Operation
Never use rough materials (e.g., cleaning cloths or sponges with a rough coating). 7.5 Maintenance and repair The XIRIUM PRO devices do not contain any parts which can be maintained or repaired by the user. These devices may only be repaired by a authorized XIRIUM PRO repair center. -
Page 49: Disposal
After operation 7.6 Disposal Dispose of XIRIUM PRO devices and accessories in accordance with the applicable local regulations. Never dispose of electrical devices or electrical accessories such as cables, plug, batteries or components with household wastes under any circumstances. Dispose of packaging and packaging elements in accordance with the applicable local regulations. -
Page 50: Appendix
Run the Dante Controller software. In the routing menu, click on the + symbols of the devices. Establish the desired link. The XIRIUM PRO TX devices appear as DANTE receivers, and vice versa! User Manual – XIRIUM PRO ® BDA 471 2016/09... -
Page 51: Recommended Settings
8.2.2 XIRIUM PRO basic kit with access point The XIRIUM PRO basic kit includes an outdoor access point. This access point has an output capacity of 1000 mW. The access point has been preconfigured for use with XIRIUM PRO by Neutrik. -
Page 52: Technical Specifications
Additional digital audio interfaces AES/EBU 24 bit / 48 kHz according to AES3-2003 Dante AoE (Audio over Ethernet) Proprietary protocol by Audinate ® * valid for a transmission in the UNII-3 band User Manual – XIRIUM PRO ® BDA 471 2016/09... - Page 53 * maximum input level before signal overflow, 0 dBu = 0.775 V rms ** typical battery runtime 10 hours, depending on type of module, transmission power settings, XROC mode, number of charging cycles and operating temperature User Manual – XIRIUM PRO ® BDA 471 2016/09...
- Page 54 0.75 lbs / 0.34 kg 0.75 lbs / 0.34 kg Operating temperature 32 °F to +122 °F / 0 °C to +50 °C 32 °F to +122 °F / 0 °C to +50 °C User Manual – XIRIUM PRO ® BDA 471 2016/09...
- Page 55 Appendix User Manual – XIRIUM PRO ® BDA 471 2016/09...
- Page 56 Liechtenstein (Headquarters) NEUTRIK AG, Im alten Riet 143, 9494 Schaan T +423 237 24 24, F +423 232 53 93, neutrik neutrik.com Germany / Netherlands / Denmark / Austria Neutrik Vertriebs GmbH, Felix-Wankel-Strasse 1, 85221 Dachau, Germany T +49 8131 28 08 90, info neutrik.de...