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MAGIC AE1 DAB DAB+ Audio Encoder Hardware/Software Manual...
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M A G I C A E 1 D A B + D A B + A u d i o E n c o d e r H a r d w a r e / S o f t w a r e M a n u a l...
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+49 911 5271-100 Support: support@avt-nbg.de Printed in Germany, October 2016 AVT Audio Video Technologies GmbH All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in parts is prohibited without the written consent of AVT Audio Video Technologies GmbH. Subject to changes. Release date: (10.16)
C o n t e n t C o n t e n t INTRODUCTION 11 SAFETY 13 Introduction 13 General safety requirements 13 CONSTRUCTION 15 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 17 Functionality 17 PUTTING THE SYSTEM INTO OPERATION 19 Mounting 19 Connection to the mains voltage 19 Earthing of the system 19 Operational elements on the front side 20 Wiring diagram 21...
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C o n t e n t 5.4.3 Submenu Exit 33 Menu Configuration 34 5.5.1 Submenu Control Interface 34 5.5.2 Submenu MAGIC AE1 DAB+ 40 5.5.2.1 Operation Settings 40 5.5.2.1.1 Line interface 40 5.5.2.1.2 MUXENC Parameters 42 5.5.2.1.3 Encoder Parameters 44 5.5.2.1.4 PAD Interface 46 5.5.2.1.5...
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C o n t e n t INTERFACES 91 A2.1 Control and data interfaces 92 A2.1.1 DATA/PAD interface 92 A2.2 ISDN interface 93 A2.3 LAN interfaces 93 A2.4 X.21 interface 94 A2.5 TTL/RELAY interface 95 A2.6 Audio interfaces 96 A2.6.1 Analogue Audio interface 96 A2.6.2 Digital AES/EBU Audio interface 96...
I n t r o d u c t i o n I N T R O D U C T I O N The system MAGIC AE1 DAB+ is implemented as DAB+ Audio Encoder and has analogue and digital AES/EBU audio interfaces. Each system has its own monitoring decoder inside which allows you to check the system’s function- ality and to evaluate the audio quality.
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I n t r o d u c t i o n Mono Mode Mono L+R/2 Mono Left Mono Right Mode Mono Mono + SBR Stereo Stereo + SBR Parametric Stereo + SBR PAD Interface Activate PAD Active Baudrate 38400 57600 115200 Load Factory Settings...
S a f e t y S A F E T Y Introduction The unit described has been designed to the latest technical parameters and complies with all current national and international safety requirements. It operates on a high level of reliability because of long-term experience in de- velopment and constant and strict quality control in our company.
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S i c h e r h e i t Text Conventions In this manual the following conventions are used as text markers: Accentuation: Product names or important terms : Labelling on the front display of the system PC Text: Labelling in the PC Software The symbol TIP marks information which facilitates the operation of the sys- tem in its daily use.
C o n s t r u c t i o n C O N S T R U C T I O N The functions of the MAGIC AE1 DAB+ are implemented in a single unit. The system is equipped with a module for HE-AAC-V2 coding. The system is de- signed for mounting in a 19"...
FUNCTIONAL ELEMENTS OF MAGIC AE1 DAB+ AUDIO ENCODER Functionality The MAGIC AE1 DAB+ Audio Encoder is equipped with a LAN interface for a direct connection to the AVT MAGIC DAB MUX Multiplexer based on the Fraunhofer Content Server technology or to other Ensemble Multiplexers ®...
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S y s t e m D e s c r i p t i o n DSP1: – Digital audio router – Signalling management – Control of the complete system (Keypad, display, relays, TTL, RS232) – PAD multiplexer DSP2: –...
P u t t i n g t h e s y s t e m i n t o o p e r a t i o n P U T T I N G T H E S Y S T E M I N T O O P E R A T I O N Mounting With its dimensions (W ...
P u t t i n g t h e s y s t e m i n t o o p e r a t i o n Operational elements on the front side The system has an illuminated graphical display with a resolution of 160 x 32 Pixels and 19 operating buttons.
P u t t i n g t h e s y s t e m i n t o o p e r a t i o n Wiring diagram The figure below show the typical wiring diagrams of a DAB+ system de- pending on the interface in use - X.21 or LAN.
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P u t t i n g t h e s y s t e m i n t o o p e r a t i o n P A GE 2 2...
O p e r a t i o n v i a D i s p l a y a n d K e y p a d O P E R A T I O N V I A D I S P L A Y A N D K E Y P A D In this chapter a few basic settings which can be made on the MAGIC AE1 DAB+ front keypad and display are explained.
O p e r a t i o n v i a D i s p l a y a n d K e y p a d Basic configurations In the following some specific basic configurations of MAGIC AE1 DAB+ are described in detail.
O p e r a t i o n v i a D i s p l a y a n d K e y p a d 4.2.4 Configuring the DAB+ parameters If the MAGIC AE1 DAB+ works together with a MAGIC DAB MUX Multi- plexer, the Encoder parameters can be easily configured from the Multiplexer.
O p e r a t i o n v i a D i s p l a y a n d K e y p a d The Status Display - Operation during a connection The status window can always be reached by pressing the button.
O p e r a t i o n v i a D i s p l a y a n d K e y p a d Working with Presets The MAGIC AE1 DAB+ differentiates between System Settings are settings that do not change during normal operation like e.g.
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e W I N D O W S P C S O F T W A R E The configuration of the system is particularly comfortable via the Windows PC Software included in delivery.
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W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e The default IP addresses and the default ports are: IP address 1: 192.168.96.102 IP address 2: 192.168.96.103 (optional LAN2 interface) Audio Port: 7000 Control Port 1: 10000 Control Port 2: 10001...
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e MAGIC AE1 DAB+ main window After starting the MAGIC AE1 DAB+ application, the main window is displayed automatically (see Fig. 7). The connection status between PC and system is displayed in the top right corner of the window: PC ONLINE: Connection is okay.
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e 5.3.1 Operating elements Info button On the Info button the programme name is shown. The programme name can be configured via Configuration MAGIC AE1 DAB+ Operation Set- ...
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e Menu file FIG. 9 MENU FILE 5.4.1 Operation Settings Presets To Import/Export All the different presets please use the submenu Opera- tion Settings Presets. The file format (.pst) is binary and cannot be edited. 5.4.2 System Settings To Import/Export the system configuration please use the submenu System...
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e Menu Configuration FIG. 10 MENU CONFIGURATION 5.5.1 Submenu Control Interface The system can be connected via the serial RS232 interface with a 1:1 connect- ing cable or via the LAN interface to a PC. The configuration of the Control In- ...
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W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e Using the LAN interface To control the system via your local network you can connect the LAN inter- face of the system to your IP network. Select via the drop-down list Interface ...
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W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e FIG. 14 ADDING A NEW SYSTEM Enter a Name, the used interface LAN or RS232 for the desired system and the correct communication parameters. FIG. 15 EDITING OR DELETING A SYSTEM With the Edit button you can change the parameters of the selected system.
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W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e FIG. 17 MAGIC AE1 DAB LAN - MULTI CONTROL (LIST VIEW) LIST OF ALL CONNECTED DAB/DAB+ ENCODER When the PC Software is executed, the MAGIC AE1 DAB LAN Software is auto- matically installed together with the MAGIC AE1 DAB Software.
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W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e Press Add/Edit to add a new system or double-click on a free line. FIG. 19 ADDING A NEW SYSTEM Enter a Name, the used interface LAN or RS232 for the desired system and the correct communication parameters.
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W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e FIG. 21 MAGIC AE1 DAB LAN - MULTI CONTROL (TREE VIEW) With entering a group name under System Settings General System Name several Encoders can be summarized in groups (e.g. MAIN & BACKUP) for the tree view.
Please note that a GPS clock is necessary in this case. – NTP: If your MAGIC AE1 DAB+ Encoders are connected to the AVT MAGIC DAB MUX Multiplexer, please select NTP as Sync Mode. The NTP Server which is providing the clock has to be configured under System Set- ...
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800989). – MUXENC (optional): If your MAGIC AE1 DAB+ Encoders are connected to the AVT MAGIC DAB MUX Muliplexer and you do not have a redundant setup, please select MUXENC as Streaming Mode. This allows also a configuration of the Encoders as well as PAD insertion via the Multi- plexer.
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e Multiplexer Parameters (Encoded Audio) • IP Address 1: Here you have to enter the IP address of your Ensemble Multiplexer. NOTE If you want to use a redundant multiplexer with the same Audio Encoder the IP multicast function can be used.
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W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e FIG. 23 MUXENC PARAMETERS Content Provider Under Login you have to enter the name which you have defined in the MAGIC DAB MUX Multiplexer configuration under Content Provider Login when setting up the MAGIC AE1 DAB+ Audio Encoder as Service Component.
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e 5.5.2.1.3 Encoder Parameters FIG. 24 ENCODER PARAMETERS Programme Name • Here you can enter the Name of the programme. It will be displayed on the Info button in the main user interface of the PC Software as well as in the connection list if you are using the multi control MAGIC AE1 DAB+ LAN Software.
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W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e – 16 kHz (only in SBR mode) – 24 kHz (only in SBR mode) – 32 kHz – 48 kHz • Mono Mode: If you have selected a Mono mode you have the following Mono options: –...
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e 5.5.2.1.4 PAD Interface If the MAGIC AE1 DAB+ Audio Encoder is connected to the MAGIC DAB MUX Mul- tiplexer, PAD can be configured and inserted via the Multiplexer. The data insertion works dynamically: If data is available the audio bit rate will be reduced automatically according to the PAD bit rate.
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W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e FIG. 26 PAD INTERFACE - EXTERNAL PAD INSERTER If you select UDP as your PAD Interface, the following parameters must be configured under UDP Interface. •...
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e 5.5.2.1.5 UECP Parameters If UECP messages are to be inserted via the LAN interface, the parameters can be defined in this menu. FIG. 27 UCEP PARAMETERS UECP Data Under UECP Data you can enter the header data of the UECP Encoder if nec- essary.
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W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e Programme Type (MEC 07 static PTy) • If you want to configure and transmit a static Programme Type, please ac- tivate the checkbox and select your Programme Type from the dropdown list.
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e 5.5.2.1.6 Relay/TTL The MAGIC AE1 DAB+ system incorporates six GPIO Pins (TTL) which can be programmed separately as input or output. Additionally, two Relays are available.
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W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e – Load Preset: Via this function it is possible to load a preset which you have to select under Preset. – Send UECP TA active: With this function, you can send the UECP TA active message.
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W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e TTL Pin as Output Please pay attention to the maximum switch current of 10 mA respectively ATTENTION the maximum switch voltage of 3,3V per TTL output. FIG.
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W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e – No NTP, No PAD, No PAD or NTP – MPEG Encoder running: If the encoder detect no error, the TTL Pin will be set. –...
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W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e Relay Please pay attention to the maximum switch current of 200 mA respectively ATTENTION the maximum switch voltage of 48V per relay output. The following description applies for both configuration windows Relay 1 and Relay 2.
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W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e – Encoder not running, No AES/EBU frame, Enc. not running or No AES/EBU frame – No NTP, No PAD, No PAD or NTP – MPEG Encoder running: If the encoder detect no error, the relay will be closed.
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e 5.5.2.2 System Settings NOTE All configurations made under System Settings cannot be saved as Preset (see CHAPTER 5.5.3). 5.5.2.2.1 General FIG. 32 GENERAL Display and Keypad •...
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W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e Syntax: <Group>-<System> The System Name consists of maximal 15 characters (A-Z, a –z and 0-9 plus the ’-’). Auto Connect • You can use the function Disable Auto Connect after Firmware Down- load to stop the Audio Encoder from re-connecting to the Multiplexer after a firmware download.
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e 5.5.2.2.2 Audio Interface MAGIC AE1 DAB+ supports analogue as well as digital AES/EBU Audio inter- faces. If the digital interfaces are used, a separate Sample Rate Converter is available for the input and the output so that external adjustments are not re- quired if there are different digital sources and drains.
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W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e Analogue/Digital Input Amplification Here you can adjust the amplification for the Audio level of the inputs. NOTE If your MAGIC AE1 DAB+ Audio Encoder is connected to the MAGIC DAB MUX Multiplexer and the MUXENC protocol is used, the Analogue/Digital Input Amplification can be configured via the Multiplexer web interface and is transmitted automatically to the Audio Encoder.
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e 5.5.2.2.3 LAN interface The LAN interface can be used simultaneously for the transmission of the coded Audio signal as well as for control, PAD and monitoring. FIG.
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W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e Port Addresses The MAGIC AE1 DAB+ Encoder can be accessed via four PCs simultaneously. In this way, it can be monitored from 4 workplaces at the same time. At each PC a different control port in the Control Interface settings in the PC Software.
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e 5.5.2.2.4 If the MAGIC AE1 DAB+ Audio Encoder is connected to a MAGIC DAB MUX Multi- plexer, NTP is used for clock synchronisation. The parameters for the NTP Server can be configured in this menu FIG.
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e 5.5.2.2.5 SNMP Parameters The MAGIC AE1 DAB+ Audio Encoder supports the SNMP protocol to integrate the system into a network management system. FIG. 36 SNMP PARAMETERS •...
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e • With the option Send all traps at system startup the system sends all traps after the system has booted. In this way the system status can be eas- ily checked via SNMP.
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e • Under VID you must enter the correct VLAN ID which you usually get from your network administrator. NOTE Please note that a modification of the VLAN parameters may interrupt the connection to your PC.
The entered password is saved in the system. It is highly important that you enter your password carefully. If you have forgotten your password, only the AVT Service can re-activate the system. • Under USER you assign the user Password. For safety reasons you must confirm the password under Confirm Password.
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W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e – File Operation Settings Presets Export – File System Settings Export – Configuration Presets „Configuration Name“ – Administration Registration ...
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e 5.5.3 Submenu Presets Via Presets you can load already created configurations. FIG. 41 SELECTION OF A PRESET 5.5.3.1 Manage Presets Your created Presets can be managed via the menu Configuration Pre- ...
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e • By using the button Edit the currently selected configuration can be ed- ited. The current configuration of the system is not changed or loaded with this function.
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e 5.5.4 Submenu Local Settings Under this submenu you can configure the storage location for the local set- tings. FIG. 43 LOCAL SETTINGS Settings Location • To store your settings only for the current user, select the option Local set- tings only valid for current user.
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e Menu Administration FIG. 44 MENU ADMINISTRATION 5.6.1 Submenu Registration The system’s production data as well as the enabled options can be displayed under the submenu Registration. FIG.
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W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e • Under Features the available and activated Software Options of the MAGIC AE1 DAB+ are displayed. Deactivated options can be activated via a password. This password is assigned according to the Factory Number. If you bought an option supplementarily, please enter the password that you received from us under Enter Password.
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e 5.6.2 Submenu File System Selecting the submenu File System the storage system (similar to a PC’s hard drive) of the system is displayed. ATTENTION Please do not use the File System unless our Service requested a specific ac- tion.
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e 5.6.3 Submenu System Panel The System Panel is only for service purposes. Please enter only commands in the prompt, if our Support requested it from you. FIG.
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e 5.6.4 Submenu Firmware Download The required firmware for the MAGIC AE1 DAB+ system is always included in the PC software: Via the Firmware Download you can comfortably down- load the firmware on your system.
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e 5.6.5 Submenu LAN2 Adapter Download If your system has been extended with the LAN2 Adapter (external adapter or integrated 2nd LAN interface), you can execute a firmware download for the LAN2 Adapter via this submenu if necessary.
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W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e Please select the system for which you want to update the LAN2 Adapter firmware on the left side. Now press the Start button to download the firmware.
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e 5.6.6 Submenu Set Factory Settings By using the submenu Set Factory Settings the system can be reset to the in- itial state. For safety reasons you have to confirm your selection. P A GE 7 8...
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e Menu Extras FIG. 52 MENU EXTRAS 5.7.1 Submenu System Monitor Via the menu System Monitor you receive information about the system sta- tus. FIG. 53 SUBMENU SYSTEM MONITOR Error Counter An alarm can also be configured as TTL (see Page 50) or relay output (see...
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W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e To reset all error counter press the button Alarm Counter Reset. NOTE If an alarm occurs frequently or over a longer period disconnect the unit from electricity.
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W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e – MUXENC: The MUXENC protocol transmits the control and ON AIR information from Multiplexer to Encoder. If one of this information is missing, the systems sets an alarm. –...
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W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e ON AIR Configuration • Here you can see here if the Encoder is marked as ON AIR Encoder inactive Encoder (e.g. Backup Encoder) or deactivated Encoder in the configuration of the main and backup MAGIC DAB MUX Mul- tiplexer.
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e 5.7.2 Submenu Locate MAGIC AE1 DAB This submenu can help you to locate the system to which you are currently connected if you have several MAGIC AE1 DAB+ Encoders installed in a rack. By clicking on the submenu, the display of the respective system is blinking five times.
W i n d o w s S o f t w a r e Menu Help FIG. 54 MENU HELP 5.8.1 Submenu About MAGIC AE1 DAB+ In the About MAGIC AE1 DAB+ dialogue you find the software versions of the PC software (PC Version) and of the system (Firmware Version).
M e n u S t r u c t u r e M E N U S T R U C T U R E On the following pages you will find the complete menu structure if you se- lect as menu language With the use of the softkey...
I n t e r f a c e s I N T E R F A C E S The interfaces of the system are pictured in Fig. 56. FIG. 56 REAR VIEW OF THE MAGIC AE1 DAB+ AUDIO ENCODER All interfaces are described below.
I n t e r f a c e s A2.1 Control and data interfaces A2.1.1 DATA/PAD interface The DATA/PAD interface can be used for the transmission of Program Asso- ciated Data (PAD). The interface is realised compliant to IRT Recommenda- tion ATTENTION For maximum bit rates of the PDA channel please refer to TAB.
I n t e r f a c e s A2.2 ISDN interface NOTE This interface is not supported in the MAGIC AE1 DAB+ system. TAB. 4 PIN ASSIGNMENT: S 0 INTERFACE (ISDN) Socket: Western (8-pole) RJ45 Signal Electrical characteristics not used Recommendation: I.430...
I n t e r f a c e s A2.4 X.21 interface The X.21 interface is realised as DTE (Data Terminal Equipment) interface. The MAGIC AE1 DAB+ can be connected via an X.21 cable directly to any En- semble Multiplexer which supports the STI-D standard on the X.21 interface (e.g.
I n t e r f a c e s A2.5 TTL/RELAY interface Via this interface external control signals can be used. The programming of the available functions is possible via the Windows PC Software. TAB. 6 PIN ASSIGNMENT: TTL/RELAY INTERFACE Socket: 15-pole SUB-D Direction Electrical characteristics Signal...
I n t e r f a c e s A2.6 Audio interfaces The system incorporates analogue and digital AES/EBU audio interfaces. For switching you can use display and keypad or the Windows PC software. The output interfaces can be used for monitoring purposes. A2.6.1 Analogue Audio interface TAB.
I n t e r f a c e s A2.6.2.1 Digital AES/EBU Clock interface TAB. 11 PIN ASSIGNMENT: CLOCK INPUT (CLK IN) Push Socket: 3-pole XLR Signal Electrical characteristics CLOCK IN not used TAB. 12 PIN ASSIGNMENT: CLOCK OUTPUT (CLK OUT) Connector: 3-pole XLR Signal Electrical characteristics...
T e c h n i c a l D a t a T E C H N I C A L D A T A Coding Algorithm HE-AAC-V2 (FhG Licence) ETSI TS 102 563 Sampling Frequencies: 16-kHz, 32-kHz, 24-kHz, 48-kHz Data Rates: n x 8-kbit/s n=1...24...
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Monitoring Output: XLR, analogue, electronically balanced digital AES/EBU with integrated Sample Rate Converter Headphones output Line Interfaces: X.21 (STI-D protocol) (UDP, IP Unicast, IP Multicast, IP Simulcast (three streams)) Data Interfaces: V.24/RS232 IRT Rec. compliant 38400, 57600, 115200 Baud max. bit rate, see TAB. 2, Page 47 Control Interface: V.24/RS232 GPIO...
G e n e r a l G E N E R A L A4.1 Ordering numbers MAGIC AE1 DAB+ 800405 Hardware Options LAN2 Upgrade 800017 (2nd LAN interface, available as external adapter or as integrated interface) Software Options EDI Upgrade 800989 FhG MUXENC Upgrade 800999...
A5.3 Repairs If, contrary to expectations, your unit is defective please fill in the attached status report and send the unit to the following address: AVT Audio Video Technologies GmbH - Repairs - Nordostpark 12 D-90411 Nuernberg Germany...
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I n d e x I N D E X Symbols Browse 75 .pst 69 Numerics character 68 Clock 58 Clock Source of digital output 1 U 15 115200 34 COM-Port 29 19 " 19 Configuration 29 19" rack 15 19-inch-rack 19 Confirm Password 66 57600 34...
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I n d e x Interface 91 Internal 40 Interval 59 Earthing 19 IP Multicast 100 Earthing screw 19 IP Unicast 100 edge change 50 IRT 46 EDI 41 Edit 36 Email 103 EMC 19 Encoder running 80 Key Tone 56 Encoder sampling clock 80 Keypad 96 English 85...
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I n d e x MUXENC protocol 42 QuickMenu 24 Name 36 Navigation 20 Negative edge 50 Rack 19 Network Delay 43 Recovered 58 New 28 Registration 71 NO CONNECTION 31 Relay 95 NTP 40 Relay 1 54 Relay 2 54 Relay output 54 Relays 50 Repairs 103...
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I n d e x System Alarm 52 System alarm 79 System alarms 80 Year 71 System Monitor 31 System Name 39 System Panel 74 System settings 25 System Temperature 81 System temperature 19 TA Active Delay 48 TA Inactive Delay 48 TA/TP TTL Input 48 temperature 81 Temperature Sensor 80...
D E C L A RAT IO N O F C ON F O R MITY AVT Audio Video Technologies GmbH Supplier’s name: Nordostpark 12 Supplier’s address: D-90411 Nuernberg Germany declares, that the product MAGIC AE1 DAB+ Product name(s): conforms to the standards of the following European directives:...
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