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ACN 001 345 482
MADE IN U.S.A.
RANE CORP.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
100-240 V
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
50/60 Hz 55 WATTS
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
ACN 001 345 482
MADE IN U.S.A.
100-240 V
RANE CORP.
50/60 Hz 30 WATTS
MICROPHONE
MICROPHONE
LINE OUTPUT
SIG / OL
SIG / OL
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POWER
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AUDIO RX
AUDIO TX
RAD12
Halogen Software Version 1.0.0
DIGITAL REMOTES
REMOTE AUDIO DEVICES
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FAULT
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POWER
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EXPANSION BUS
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CLASS 2 WIRING
PUSH • SELECT
DR1
REMOTE AUDIO DEVICES
This device complies with
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Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
EXP1
Operation is subject to the
AUDIO RX
following two conditions:
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cause harmful interference,
AUDIO TX
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accept any interference
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POWER
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AUDIO RX
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System Installation Guide
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  • Page 1 System Installation Guide DIGITAL REMOTES REMOTE AUDIO DEVICES RELAY OUT MIC / LINE INPUTS 3 2 1 HAL1 C NC NO C NC NO – – – – – – – – AUDIO RX FAULT AUDIO TX LINE OUTPUTS LOGIC IN...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    10. Protect the power cord and plug from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, conve- nience receptacles, and the point where it exits from the apparatus. 11. Only use attachments and accessories specified by Rane. 12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Administrative Rights Requirements Required Ports Required Processes Using the HAL System Documentation CHAPTER 2: Hardware Component Details HAL1 Device Rear Panel Description Front Panel Description Remote Audio Devices How the CAT 5 Cabling is Utilized The Parts of a RAD...
  • Page 4 Locating a Device Swapping Hardware Devices CHAPTER 5: Troubleshooting Your HAL System Installation Troubleshooting the HAL Hardware Troubleshooting RAD Devices Troubleshooting DR Devices Troubleshooting the HAL Connection Using Meters to Troubleshoot Rane Technical Support Index Warranty Information Declaration of Conformity...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1: Getting Started

    Halogen software that is shipped with the HAL hardware. (The software is also available on the Rane website at rane.com/hal.) You can configure the system by loading a configuration file that contains the appropriate hardware settings, audio flow, and processing; or you can create the configuration directly on a live device.
  • Page 6 Halogen software) as well as in the HAL System Design Guide (available on your product DVD as well as on the Rane website). If the final configuration is to be completed later, but you merely want to install the equip-...
  • Page 7 Configuration" on page 38 for more information. You’ll be happy to learn that Rane has taken much of the guesswork out of the verification process. Although you will review the status indicators on the HAL, EXPs, RADs, and DRs at the time you install these components, we recommend double-checking these indicators in the final verification task.

  • Page 8: Introduction To The Hal System

    The HAL System, Rane's revolutionary new audio product, makes it possible for you to solve age-old audio issues with a simple click or two (or sometimes three). In designing this system, Rane's engineers have anticipated the needs of the installer, the designer, and the end user, resulting in an intuitive and relatively simple system to operate.

  • Page 9: Software Component

    CHAPTER 1:  Getting Started Software Component Included in the HAL System is a software application, called Halogen, that you use to configure and manage the entire system. Halogen contains two primary graphical workspaces, the Hardware Workspace and the Processing Workspace, in which you simply drag and drop hardware components and processing blocks to set up the audio system you want.

  • Page 10: System Requirements

    2 GB available hard disk space Display Resolution: 1024x768, 24 bit color Ethernet adapter: 100baseT DVD Drive for installation from DVD (or can install from Rane website) Recommendations for Best Performance Windows 7 (32 or 64-bit) PC with mid-level processor @ 2GHz multi-core or better (for example, Intel i3, AMD Athlon II)

  • Page 11: Administrative Rights Requirements

    CHAPTER 1:  Getting Started Administrative Rights Requirements The following table outlines which Halogen tasks require administrative rights and which do not: Does not require administrative Requires administrative rights rights Installing Halogen Running and using Halogen Installing software updates to Halogen Updating the HAL firmware Manually starting or stopping the Ranelink II service...

  • Page 12: Required Processes

    RaneLink.exe establish a connection with HAL. poration\RaneLink\RaneLink.exe ‡If running 64-bit Vista or Windows 7, you can find Halogen.exe and hal1.pcops.exe in the Program Files (x86) directory. Using the HAL System Documentation A variety of documentation is available to help you get started with and use your HAL System: Halogen Help System A comprehensive help system is installed with the Halogen software.
  • Page 13 HAL audio system. Note that the information in this guide is also available in the Halogen Help System. You can find this guide on the Rane website as well as on the product DVD.

  • Page 14: Chapter 2: Hardware Component Details

    This chapter provides details about the HAL System hardware devices that you'll be installing. HAL1 Device The HAL1 host device (which is referred to as HAL throughout this guide) is the brain that con- trols the entire HAL System. It can connect to a variety of other hardware (or slave devices) such as analog equipment, RADs, DRs, and EXPs.

  • Page 15: Rear Panel Description

    CHAPTER 2:  Hardware Component Details Rear Panel Description 1. The Power IEC jack connects to AC line voltage, 100-240 V, 50-60 Hz. 2. Fault, Locate, and Power LEDs The Fault LED flashes red when something in the hardware goes awry. The first step in trou- bleshooting the problem is to open the Halogen software and check the status of this HAL device.
  • Page 16 Use these ports to connect each DR to the HAL via a standard CAT 5 cable. You must use a standard Ethernet patch cable for this connection. There are 8 DR ports on a HAL1 device. If you need more than 8 DR connections, you can use a RAD port to connect a DR.

  • Page 17: Front Panel Description

    CHAPTER 2:  Hardware Component Details 10. Logic In ports Use these TTL 5-volt digital logic input ports to communicate to the HAL System via an exter- nal control device. You can configure each Logic In port to control a selector, toggle, or com- mand within the HAL System.
  • Page 18 HAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION GUIDE 4. Remote Audio Ports status indicators Provides information about the RAD audio channels. The numbers 1 through 4 at the top of the front panel correspond to the RAD ports 1 through 4 on the back of the HAL. For exam- ple, the LEDs for number 1 provide information about the RAD connected on port 1.

  • Page 19: Remote Audio Devices

    (two in each direction). To better fit your needs, however, Rane offers various RAD models. Most RAD models are designed to fit in a stand- ard U.S. two, three, or four gang switchbox.

  • Page 20: The Parts Of A Rad

    HAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION GUIDE The Parts of a RAD Following is an illustration of the front of a typical RAD, accompanied by descriptions of the RAD’s various hardware features: 1. Label: a location on the RAD for inserting a custom label. One possible use of this label is to identify the channel number associated with the corresponding jack.
  • Page 21 CHAPTER 2:  Hardware Component Details 10. Locate mode: The Halogen software application contains a feature allowing you to verify the physical location of a specific RAD or HAL device. When you place a RAD in Locate mode, the Power, Comm, Audio Tx, and Audio Rx LEDs on the front of the corresponding RAD flash green.

  • Page 22: Pager1 Rad

    HAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION GUIDE Pager1 RAD Setting up paging in the HAL System is as easy as adding zones to groups (called Scenarios), and then specifying the Scenarios into which each paging station can page into. The paging hardware (the Pager1 RAD) then displays the Scenario options available at that station. The user selects the desired Scenario, waits for the Ready green light indicating that all zones in that Scenario are ready to hear a message, presses the talk button, and speaks into the microphone.

  • Page 23: Am1 And Am2 Rads

    CHAPTER 2:  Hardware Component Details AM1 and AM2 RADs The Automixer 1 (AM1) is a mixer that expands the available microphone channels as well as line inputs, making it easy for an inexperienced operator to quickly set up and manage the audio for a small multimedia presentation involving up to four participants using wired or wireless microphones as well as several additional program sources (such as a laptop computer or a DVD player).

  • Page 24: Digital Remote Devices

    HAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION GUIDE Digital Remote Devices The Halogen software gives you microscopic control over almost every aspect of your audio system. This detailed control is great for the system designer, but not so great for end users who simply want to turn up the volume.

  • Page 25: Available Digital Remote Models

    Following are the types of DRs currently available for your HAL System. The DR models available will vary over time as Rane's engineers ponder and design new and better ways to remotely control an audio system. For the most current list of DRs, see the Rane website.
  • Page 26 HAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION GUIDE A DR2 works well for selecting sources, presets, and room configurations. You can configure a DR2 to behave in one of two ways: Single Selector: The control acts as a selector switch that can select only one item on the display screen.
  • Page 27 CHAPTER 2:  Hardware Component Details The DR3 is extremely flexible, as it can control both selection and volume. You can think of the DR3 as two different remotes—a selector and a level. One knob makes a selection, the other knob changes the volume.

  • Page 28: Expansion Units

    Expansion Units to create a HAL Sys- tem that fits your needs. For example, if you purchased a HAL1 but you need more than four RAD ports, you can attach the Expansion Unit known as the EXP1 to your HAL and suddenly have eight more RAD ports in your system.

  • Page 29: Chapter 3: Installing Your Hal System

    To see more details about the system status, how- ever, you’ll need to install the Halogen software. But first, let’s start with the hardware. To review the front and rear panel hardware details, see "HAL1 Device" on page 10. To install and connect the HAL: 1.
  • Page 30 HAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION GUIDE If there is no Ethernet network, you can skip this step for now. You will use this NOTE port later to connect a computer directly to the HAL (for configuration and management of the device). If your network requires that the HAL use one or more static IP addresses, WARNING you should configure these addresses prior to connecting the HAL to your network.

  • Page 31: Task 2: Installing And Connecting Hal Expansion Units

    HAL. Subsequent EXP devices can be installed but are then daisy-chained together. You will need FireWire cables to connect these devices. The HAL1 supports a maximum of four input EXP devices. NOTE To install a single EXP device: 1.

  • Page 32: Task 3: Configuring Hal

    HAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION GUIDE To install more than one EXP device: 1. Install the first EXP as described on the previous page, connecting it directly to the HAL. 2. Attach the remaining EXP devices to the audio rack. 3. Daisy chain the EXP devices together. In other words, connect the second EXP device to the EXP that is connected to the HAL.
  • Page 33 CHAPTER 3:  Installing Your HAL System 3. Connect your computer to the HAL. You have two options: connect your computer directly to the HAL or, if the HAL is connected to a network, connect your computer to that same net- work.

  • Page 34: Task 4: Pulling And Terminating Cat 5 Cabling

    HAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION GUIDE that appears in its title bar. Customize its name in the edit box located at the top of its prop- erties dialog box: This device name is saved to the device, but it is not saved to the configuration NOTE file.

  • Page 35: Task 5: Installing And Connecting Rads And Drs

    CHAPTER 3:  Installing Your HAL System Terminating the CAT 5 Cable The HAL System wiring complies with the standard CAT 5 T568-A or T568-B termination. You can use a CAT 5, a CAT 5e, or a CAT 6 cable (UTP and 24 AWG). To comply with the FCC and European emis- sions standards, you must use cable for all DR and RAD devices that has screened twisted pairs (four unshielded twisted pairs surrounded by a single foil shield with a drain wire).
  • Page 36 HAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION GUIDE If it's not possible to install CAT 5 cabling but you want to use RAD functionality and/or NOTE you need more than 8 analog inputs and 8 analog outputs, a nice solution is to install RADs in the rack using special expansion devices.
  • Page 37 CHAPTER 3:  Installing Your HAL System point and the words Configuration Mismatch). When the Pager1 is in Locate mode, a flashing L appears in the upper right corner of the LCD screen and the LCD backlight flashes. If the LCD screen displays Disabled when you turn its selector knob, this indi- cates that either the Pager1 has not been added to the HAL configuration's processing map or it has been added but does not have any Scenarios assigned to it.
  • Page 38 If you do not have a Neutrik pin avail- able, contact Rane Corporation and we will gladly send one to you. Use the captivated screws on the RAD or DR to attach it to the switchbox. Note that the screws are in slots so that you can adjust the device if need be (for example, to level it inside a switchbox that isn’t level).
  • Page 39 CHAPTER 3:  Installing Your HAL System flush with the wall, you can slightly bend one or more of these circles to make the RAD or DR flush with the wall. Also, using a pair of needle-nose pliers, you can easily snap them off, and use them as washers behind the screws.

  • Page 40: Task 6: Installing And Connecting Analog Devices

    HAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION GUIDE Replacing an existing RAD or DR with the same RAD or DR model: 1. Remove the old RAD/DR by detaching the Decora plate, unscrewing the RAD/DR from the switchbox, and unplugging the CAT 5 cable. 2. Connect the CAT 5 cable to the replacement RAD or DR. 3.
  • Page 41 CHAPTER 3:  Installing Your HAL System Verify the RAD and DR Configuration At this point, you have already viewed the RADs’ LEDs and DRs' LCD screens to verify that they are functioning properly and that the proper RAD and DR models were installed (if the HAL was pre-con- figured).
  • Page 42 HAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION GUIDE Perform an Audio Test After verifying that the RADs and DRs are configured correctly and working properly, you should per- form an audio test. You can perform this test the old-fashioned way by wandering about and checking the actual audio, or you can perform your audio test from within the Halogen software.
  • Page 43 CHAPTER 3:  Installing Your HAL System If you have installed a pre-defined configuration file, you would rarely use this WARNING functionality. The Device Mismatch message serves as an alert that either a RAD or DR was installed or configured incorrectly. Simply changing the model to match what is detected erases this alert, obscuring the fact that a mistake was made.

  • Page 44: Chapter 4: Introduction To The Halogen Software

    CHAPTER 4: Introduction to the Halogen Software The Halogen software application is your home for designing, configuring, and controlling your HAL audio system. Halogen's easy-to-use graphical user interface simplifies the design and con- figuration process so much that your only concern will be deciding how to use the extra time you suddenly have! Basic Structure The Halogen software is divided into three main sections: the Application Framework, the Hard-...

  • Page 45: Workspace Layout

    CHAPTER 4:  Introduction to the Halogen Software Following is an explanation of the purpose of each section: Application Framework: Manage global tasks such as discovering, connecting to, and applying configurations to HAL devices. Manage and configure the software application itself. Hardware Workspace: Specify, configure, and troubleshoot the physical hardware components of your audio system.

  • Page 46: Installing And Starting The Halogen Software

    DVD is gone – accidentally tossed in the recycle bin along with the card- board box. If that’s the case, no need to worry. Simply go to the Rane website at rane.com/hal and download the software, free-of-charge.

  • Page 47: Uninstalling The Halogen Software

    Uninstalling the Halogen Software To uninstall Halogen: 1. On the Start menu, point to All Programs > Rane Corporation > Halogen > Uninstall Halogen. 2. When prompted, click Yes to confirm that you want to completely remove Halogen and all of its components.
  • Page 48 HAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION GUIDE To upgrade the Halogen software: Several options are available: By default, when Halogen starts, it checks for the availability of updates to the software (if an Internet connection is present). If an update is available, Halogen displays a link you can click to launch the update.

  • Page 49: Generating Device Labels

    CHAPTER 4:  Introduction to the Halogen Software Generating Device Labels Most RADs (with the exception of the RAD16, AM1, and AM2) contain an area near its top in which you can insert a custom label. We recommend that you use these labels to identify the channel asso- ciated with the corresponding jack.

  • Page 50: Locating A Device

    If you want to use different fonts or colors for the label text, you will need to create the NOTE label document yourself. To do so, download the Microsoft Word template from the Rane web- site. Enter the channel names, apply the appropriate fonts and/or colors, print the document, and cut and insert the labels.

  • Page 51: Swapping Hardware Devices

    CHAPTER 4:  Introduction to the Halogen Software The Locate indicator in the software and on the device hardware continues flashing until NOTE you cancel the request in the software, interrupt the connection between the computer and HAL, disconnect the device, or power cycle the HAL. To locate a HAL device: 1.
  • Page 52 HAL SYSTEM DESIGN GUIDE The hardware at that location moves to the original location of the RAD or DR that you are moving: Voila! That is all you have to do to fix your mis-wired hardware. All underlying changes in the configured audio stream (including control links) are made for you.

  • Page 53: Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Your Hal System Installation

    CHAPTER 5: Troubleshooting Your HAL System Installation This section provides troubleshooting tips for specific situations. In each subsection are tables that list potential problems paired with possible causes and proposed action. Troubleshooting the HAL Hardware Problem Possible Causes Suggested Action Power outlet or power strip Try a different outlet or power strip.
  • Page 54 HAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION GUIDE HAL Rear Panel RAD Status Possible Causes Suggested Action Audio Audio Power Comm Power on the HAL and wait The HAL is not powered. for it to boot up. A cable wired incorrectly is Use a cable tester to verify the loading down the RAD power wiring of the CAT 5 cable.

  • Page 55: Troubleshooting Rad Devices

    CHAPTER 5:  Troubleshooting Your HAL System Installation Troubleshooting RAD Devices If a RAD is functioning properly and communicating with the HAL, all four of its LED status indicators (Power, Comm, Audio Rx, and Audio Tx) will be green. The following table details possible causes and solutions if one or more of these indicators are off or red.
  • Page 56 HAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION GUIDE RAD Status Indicators Possible Causes Suggested Action Use a cable tester to verify the wiring of the The twisted pair in CAT 5 cable. the CAT 5 cable GREEN If using a punch block, GREEN that carries com- verify that the orange munications data is pair is properly...

  • Page 57: Troubleshooting Dr Devices

    CHAPTER 5:  Troubleshooting Your HAL System Installation Troubleshooting DR Devices The following table details possible causes and solutions if your DR is not functioning properly. If you detect a problem with a DR, we recommend first checking the HAL to determine if the problem is orig- inating there.

  • Page 58: Troubleshooting The Hal Connection

    HAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION GUIDE DR LCD Display Possible Causes Suggested Action The DR control is configured as a In Halogen, create or fix the Selector but is not properly linked control link. to another Selector control. The display is blank, yet the The DR control is configured as a DR is connected to a live Toggles/Commands control or as a...
  • Page 59 HAL devices on the network. RaneLink II is a communications application created by Rane that runs in the background, aiding Halogen in locating and connecting to HAL devices on the network. To determine if RaneLink II is running, check for its existence and status in your com- puter’s Services list, as described below:...
  • Page 60 HAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION GUIDE If RaneLink II fails to start after trying all the above options, it’s time to call Rane (see"Rane Technical Support" on the facing page). If you are familiar with the Windows Event Viewer, view- ing any messages related to RaneLink II may shed some light on the problem. However, we highly recommend calling Rane for assistance.

  • Page 61: Using Meters To Troubleshoot

    169.254. Verify that they are assigned to the proper NIC. If the IP address has been assigned to the wrong NIC, or if you do not see the address at all, please contact Rane Technical Support. 8. Ask your IT department for some assistance.

  • Page 62: Index

    Communications between Halogen and HAL 7 Computer requirements for running Halogen 6 FireWire Connecting Firmware, upgrading computer to HAL device Front panel description, HAL1 HAL device RADs and DRs Generating device labels Connections maximum on HAL1 troubleshooting installing and connecting...
  • Page 63 LEDs maximum connections overview RADs rear panel description Locating Halogen a device installing and starting introduction 5, 40 Maximum connections on HAL1 requirements for running Meter uninstalling using for troubleshooting upgrading Hardware components, introduction Hardware devices, swapping Overview Help System...
  • Page 64 Verifying installation RADs, generating labels Rear panel description, HAL1 Workflow of installation Remote Audio Devices See RADs Requirements Administrative rights system Routers, using with HAL Starting Halogen Static IP addresses, using with HAL 26 Swapping hardware devices System requirements...

  • Page 65: Warranty Information

    Rane Factory in the original packaging or a replacement supplied by Rane, with all transportation costs and full insurance paid each way by the purchaser or owner.
  • Page 66 Rane Corporation within 10 days from the date of purchase. If you purchased the product outside the U.S.A. you must file your warranty registration with the Rane Distributor in that country. It is advised that you keep your bill of sale as proof of purchase, should any difficulties arise concerning the registration of the warranty card.

  • Page 67: Declaration Of Conformity

    EN55103-2:1996 ENVIRONMENT E2 Manufacturer: Serial Numbers 600000-700000 Rane Corporation 10802 47th Avenue West Mukilteo WA 98275-5098 USA This equipment has been tested and found to be in compliance with all applicable standards and regulations applying to the EU’s Low Voltage (LV) directive 2006/95/EC, and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) directive 2004/108/EC. In order for the customer to maintain compliance with this regulation, high quality shielded cable must be used for interconnection to other equipment.
  • Page 68 System Installation Guide ©Rane Corporation 10802 47th Ave. W., Mukilteo WA 98275-5000 USA TEL 425-355-6000 FAX 425-347-7757 WEB rane.com...

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