AIRWAVE DIGITAL 99-1000-1CU Operation & Technical Manual

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Revision B.1 • 7/04

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Page 1 Broadcast Console 99-1000-1CU (12-input mainframe, 110 VAC) 99-1000-1CUX (12-input mainframe, 230 VAC) 99-1000-2CU (20-input mainframe, 110 VAC) 99-1000-2CUX (20-input mainframe, 230 VAC) Operations & Technical Manual PR&E 75-40 PR&E 75-40 PR&E 75-40 PR&E 75-40 PR&E 75-40 Revision B.1 • 7/04...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
The AirWave Digital Broadcast Console S S S S S a f a f a f a f a fe t e t e t e t e ty Instr y Instr y Instr y Instr y Instruc uctions tions tions tions ..........
Page 3: Tions Tions
Safety Instructions R R R R R ead A ead A ead A ll Instr ll Instr uc uc uc uctions tions tions tions..All safety and operating ead A ead All Instr ll Instr ll Instruc tions and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from instructions must be read before operating the...
Page 4 Hazard / Warning Label Identification C A U T I O N RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD - DO NOT OPEN AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE ANY COVER OR PANEL.
Page 5: Anual R Visions
Manual Revisions his page provides a quick reference of the current document pages and their revision level. When a revision to this document is received from Harris, replace the old manual pages with the new ones. Discard the old pages and post the new Manual Revisions page in place of this page.
Page 6: Product Overview
Contains five preamplifiers with individual gain our services. controls under a security cover. Phantom power AirWave Digital is a very sophisticated console (+45 VDC) is selectable for each input. The pream- with an extensive range of features contained in a plifier outputs are +4 dBu balanced for connec- compact design.
Page 7 1 General Information trol (with the selectable global fader start feature), with built-in adjustable electret talkback mic. Both Cue and Off-Line control and output selection to C/R and studio warning outputs are provided. three program buses. Faceplate channel trim con- Output trols allow the analog version to accept input lev- els from -10 dBu to +4 dBu.
Page 8: Specifications
Preamplifier module. Input Level Range: Adjustable, -10 to +4 dBu Input Headroom: 20 dB above nominal input SPECIFICATIONS AirWave Digital’s specifications are significantly Analog Main Outputs more complete, and the related test conditions Output Source Impedance: 80 ohms balanced more defined, than those usually shown for con- Output Load Impedance: 600 ohms minimum soles in this class.
Page 9 >78 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz Telco Input to Program Output: +0 dB/-2.0 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz Console Power Requirements Fully configured AirWave Digital-12: 120 watts at Dynamic Range 115 VAC, ±8%, 50/60 Hz Analog Input to Analog Output: 89 dB ref.
Page 10: Warranty
1 General Information WARRANTY E) This Warranty is void for equipment which The AirWave Digital console carries a has been subject to abuse, improper manufacturer’s warranty which is subject to the installation, improper operation, improper following guidelines and limitations: or omitted maintenance, alteration, accident,...
Page 11: Service Position
Installation The AirWave Digital console shipment consists of: • The 12- or 20-input mainframe with the standard he AirWave Digital mainframe can sit modules installed: Monitor, Timer Control, Output and Microphone Preamp. on top of, or be recessed into, the studio furni- •...
Page 12: Mainframe Configuration
PACIFIC RESEARCH & ENGINEERING Input module positions 1 - 12 Note: Note: Note: The AirWave Digital-20 mainframe has eight additional Input module positions. Note: Note: H A R R I S C O R P O R A T I O N...
Page 13: Connector Access
2 Installation CONNECTOR ACCESS Refer to the AirWave Universal Power Supply Techni- The meter panel is set into its service position cal Manual (PR&E # 75-41) for complete power to access the module connectors. To move the meter supply installation details. panel to its service position, simultaneously press GROUNDING &...
Page 14: Installing The Backup Batteries
2 Installation INSTALLING BACKUP BATTERIES plied to the console. Three magnetically-activated Two AA batteries are supplied in the Installa- Hall-effect sensors are used to adjust or hold the tion Tool Kit. They supply a “Keep Alive” voltage time. They are positioned below and between each that holds each module’s logic state during mo- pair of 7-segment displays, just behind the dis- mentary power outages.
Page 15: Cabling & Wiring
Cable ID over drain wire actually be used for any given application). Audio Wire Preparation WIRE PREPARATION All AirWave Digital audio and logic wiring ter- A A A A A udio C udio C udio C able S able S...
Page 16: Crimp Tool Operation
2 Installation Logic control cables are fabricated in a similar place while squeezing the tool handles to manner to the audio wiring. Strip the jacket insu- crimp the contact onto the wire. The tool lation back 1½" [38.10 mm], sleeve the cut end handles automatically release and spring open with 3/4"...
Page 17 There are no analog interstage patch points for digital signals. Connect the AES/EBU signal within the AirWave Digital input or output mod- to pins 1, 2 and 3 only. There is no connection on ules. To use a patch bay, connect the line level out- pins 4, 5 and 6.
Page 18: Unbalanced Connections
Even though all analog inputs and outputs are When a S/PDIF digital output is connected to active and balanced, unbalanced consumer or an AirWave digital input, a 249 ohm resistor is “semipro” equipment can be connected. For best used to properly load the 75 ohm S/PDIF cable.
Page 19: Logic Connections
2 Installation LOGIC CONNECTIONS THE LOGIC INTERFACE Each Input module comes standard with one A simplified schematic for the Input module 24-pin logic connector to control a device con- interface is shown below. The dual logic plug-in is nected to either the A or B input. The optional 99- identical.
Page 20 +5 Logic on the logic connector. times for special applications. Guest Panel, Simplified Schematic for 99-949-1 or -2 AirWave Digital Quick Logic Guides 1 +5 V Pages 13 through 16 offer quick guides to con- 2 Talkback Switch figuring the console logic. Page 13 contains an Air-...
Page 21: Additional Logic Connections
The Logic Active Tally output controls the lamps for the Cough and Talkback switches. The On Tally There are three additional AirWave Digital logic and Off Tally outputs control the On and Off switch connections on the Monitor module, Telco mod- lamps.
Page 22 2 Installation when the Studio warning output requires an ac- tive low logic output. Note: Jumpering the solid-state relay to either +5 Volts or Logic Ground defeats ground isola- tion between the console and the warning lamp interface. Warning Lamp Connector Pin Definitions 8-pin connector SIGNAL...
Page 23: Module Connections
2 Installation Module Connections Module Connections mic processing gear before feeding an Input module with an Analog SIM installed. Each module’s connections are covered on a separate See Chapter 3 Microphone Preamplifier Module for a page in this section. feature description of the Microphone Preamp module. MICROPHONE PREAMPLIFIER MODULE CONNECTION There are five 3-pin microphone input connectors on...
Page 24 2 Installation Module Connections INPUT MODULE CONNECTION Three connectors come standard on each Input mod- ule: two 6-pin audio input connectors and one 24-pin logic interface connector. The logic connector is DIP switch set for use with either the A or B input. An optional B Logic Interface card (PR&E # 99-1003) can be installed to pro- Trim L vide separate A and B logic control.
Page 25 2 Installation Module Connections TELCO MODULE CONNECTION Hybrid There are three 6-pin connectors and one 3-pin con- From Hybrid (+) To Hybrid (+) nector on this module. From Hybrid (-) To Hybrid (-) The top 6-pin connector (Hybrid) connects the audio Shield Shield from the telephone hybrid to the left-hand pins (1, 2, 3)
Page 26: Digital Outputs
2 Installation Module Connections OUTPUT MODULE CONNECTION Main Outputs: Pgm-1, Pgm-2, Pgm-3 The analog program bus outputs (Pgm-1, Pgm-2 and Monitor Output: Pgm-1 Pgm-3) use the AirWave standard 6-pin analog stereo pin- Right (+) Left (+) out sequence. The digital outputs for Pgm-1, Pgm-2 and Pgm-3 use a 3-pin AMP MOD IV connector.
Page 27 Module Connections MONITOR MODULE CONNECTION The 8-pin C/R & Studio Warning connector drives the Ten 6-pin connectors, using the AirWave Digital stan- appropriate warning/On-Air light controller through solid- dard audio pin-out sequence, are on this module. The state relay contacts. See pages 11 and 12 for additional 3-pin Cue Spkr output is pre-wired to the Cue Speaker.
Page 28 2 Installation Module Connections REMOTE LINE SELECTOR (RLS) MODULE CONNECTIONS Analog RLS Inputs & Outputs (FOR ANALOG AND DIGITAL VERSIONS) Both RLS versions use nine 6-pin connectors. On the Left (+) Right (+) analog version they follow the standard stereo audio pinout Left (-) Right (-) sequence.
Page 29 2 Installation Module Connections TIMER MODULE REMOTE Remote Timer Reset CONNECTION There are two connectors on the Timer module. The 8- SIGNAL FUNCTION pin connector is pre-wired to the internal Clock/Timer Relay Contact “C” Assembly. A 3-pin connector is available for resetting and spare - - - starting a remote timer.
Page 30: Microphone Preamplifier Module
2 and 4 are shown switched on. Five faceplate-accessible gain trim controls set and component in the AirWave Digital console is the preamp gain as required for the application. Multiple Microphone Preamplifier modules may covered in this chapter.
Page 31: Analog Or Digital Input Module
3 Operation ANALOG OR DIGITAL INPUT MODULE The Analog version controls preamplified microphones or analog line-level sources on both inputs. The digital version controls AES-3 or S/PDIF digital sources on both inputs. Input modules can be reconfigured in the field by changing the plug-in SIM card.
Page 32: Telco Input/Output Module
3 Operation TELCO INPUT/OUTPUT MODULE The optional Telco Input/Output module interfaces a telephone hybrid with the console. The module also provides a host/caller recorder connection. One or two Telco modules may be installed. T T T T T o o o o o T T T T T a p a pe / A e / A e / A...
Page 33 Assignment Priority air when the module is turned on. The mix-minus output that the caller receives is determined by a preset priority structure. The AirWave Digital Telco Module Configuration priority is as follows from highest to lowest: Telco 2 Telco 1...
Page 34 3 Operation REMOTE LINE SELECTOR (RLS) MODULE — ANALOG OR DIGITAL VERSION Each RLS module version (stereo analog or AES-3 digital) contains two electronic switches which share seven common inputs to create a pair of 7 x 2 switchers. The seven sources are independently selectable between the two outputs.
Page 35: Output Module
3 Operation Output Module The Output module has the DACs (Digital-to-Analog Converters) for the analog signals (Pgm-1, Pgm-2, Pgm-3, Cue and Telco Mix-Minus) and the line output amplifiers for the three stereo analog Program buses (Pgm-1, Pgm-2 and Pgm-3) and the two Mono outputs (Main and Aux). It also has the output drivers for the three digital Program outputs.
Page 36: Monitor Module
3 Operation Monitor Module The Monitor module contains the monitor source selectors, monitor control and Talkback facilities for the control room and one studio. E E E E E x x x x x t In t In t In t In t In External line level inputs that feed C C C C C ue S...
Page 37: Timer Control Module
3 Operation Timer Control Module The Timer Control module is pre-wired to the Clock/Timer assembly in the meter panel. The Timer can be manually controlled using the Timer Control module buttons. When the Auto function is active the Timer is automatically controlled through the Timer reset control logic from the Input modules.
Page 38: Meter Panel
3 Operation Meter Panel The meter panel holds the Clock/Timer assembly, the two sets of bargraph level meters and the Cue/Talkback speaker. The clock has no external controls. Clock time setting requires the use of the Clock Setting Magnet Tool (supplied in the Tool Kit) when the clock is set for master mode.
Page 39: Er 4: Equipment Description
Faceplate-accessible trimpots (RV1 - RV5) set two connectorized sections in the AirWave Digi- the preamp gain for a nominal output signal level tal-12 and three sections in the AirWave Digital- of +4 dBu. 20. The motherboard sections fasten to formed TP1 - TP5 allow the internal nominal -10 dBu metal supports on the bottom of the chassis.
Page 40: Input Module
4 Equipment Description INPUT MODULE signals through to the output while the even pins For this section refer to the two Input Module are in a tri-state mode (at a high impedance). With schematic pages (drawings 92-1004) and to the E1 jumpered to E2, the RX_SDATA from AES/ two SIM schematic pages (drawings 92-1001 and EBU receiver U2 is connected directly to the In-...
Page 41: Telco Input/Output Module
4 Equipment Description what type of logic signals to use. Either the A or The output of the second half of the opamp con- the B input can be selected to use the logic control nects to: U15 (an ADC, Analog-to-Digital Con- features in the standard module.
Page 42: Motherboard
4 Equipment Description Tape / Aux Outputs A front panel DIP switch sets cue, timer and With one Telco module installed, the left chan- record output options. When the Cue Reset switch nel output is just the caller. The right channel out- is set to the right, the Cue function is turned off put is the caller mix-minus audio (TEL1_MM), when the Telco module is turned On or Off.
Page 43: Output Module
4 Equipment Description The DSP is based on Motorola’s 24-bit fixed The right-hand DSP board outputs the point DSP integrated circuits. 24-bit data words MIX_SDATA digital data stream to the Output provide 144 dB of dynamic range. The DSP oper- module FPGA (U9).
Page 44: Monitor Module
4 Equipment Description switches are on a SIM card that plug into the SIM are stuffed into the board for logic control of the socket (on page 5 of the schematic). Monitor module. A complete circuit description The output of U36 (an analog switch) is buff- for this board is found later in this section under ered and trimmed by U5 and balanced by U19 Remote Line Selectors...
Page 45: Remote Line Selectors
4 Equipment Description A built-in electret Talkback microphone is am- and rebalance the audio for the outputs (RLS 1 plified and buffered by opamp U13. Trimpot (RV1) and RLS 2). sets the mic volume for the monitor and head- Each front panel selector switch bank is on a phone feed.
Page 46: Clock/Timer Assembly
PR&E # 21-122-1 microcontrol- croprocessor (U1). ler is used (standard with the AirWave Digital). U8, a 555 oscillator, supplies an 80% duty cycle For a 24-hour clock display a PR&E # 21-122-2 2 kHz multiplexing signal to the microprocessor.
Page 47: Power Supply
4 Equipment Description the ~PGM2/PGM3 line controls NOR gate U7 to circuitry (U3 and U4) employs a dual voltage turn on either the PGM2 LED or the PGM3 LED tracking device (U5) that monitors the regulated through drivers Q3 or Q4. This is in response to voltage outputs.
Page 48: Er 5: Maintenance & Alignment Er
RA (Return Authorization) tracking number assigned to them by the Techni- The Replacement Parts table on the next page lists the AirWave Digital parts typically subject to wear cal Services Department. Parts or components re- H A R R I S C O R P O R A T I O N Revision B •...
Page 49 Crimp Tool table lists the modules and assemblies available 70-129 Contact Removal Tool 90-151 Clock Magnet Tool for field servicing of the AirWave Digital console. AirWave Digital Assemblies & Modules PR&E # Description or Use PR&E # Description or Use...
Page 50: Module Servicing
5 Maintenance & Alignment Module Servicing Once the connectors start to mate, press straight down on the module’s faceplate Input modules can be removed and installed above the motherboard connector area to with the console powered and on-air without caus- seat the module.
Page 51 5 Maintenance & Alignment Circuit Board Removal On/Off or Talkback Switchboard Removal To remove the circuit board from the faceplate: Remove the circuit board from the faceplate, Unplug all faders, pots and switchboards, per previous instructions. as applicable. Remove the #1 Phillips screws, lock wash- Remove the Assignment switchboard sup- ers and washers from the switchboard to re- port screws.
Page 52: Fader Servicing
There are no replaceable nor rebuildable parts ning water while moving the fader slider back and on the AirWave Digital fader assembly. Fader ser- forth to dissolve the sugars and other chemicals. vice is comprised of cleaning and lubricating. All...
Page 53: Telco Input/Output Module
5 Maintenance & Alignment TELCO INPUT/OUTPUT MODULE feeding all three program buses with the There is one trimpot adjustment on the Telco 1 kHz input at nominal level. module. The trimpot (RV1) is used to set the in- Plug an AC Voltmeter into the analog Pgm- put level from the hybrid (-10 to +4 dBu) so that 1 left output.
Page 54: Timer Control Module
5 Maintenance & Alignment Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, No Clock nor Timer display: Check for +12 volts on perform no servicing other than the fuse re- J1 or J2, pin 5. Check for +8 volts at the placement unless you are qualified to do so.
Page 55: Power Supply
Regulator Board (92-955-3) ..........44 Note: The analog supply voltages on all modules used in the AirWave Digital console are ±16 VDC. On those modules also used in AirWave consoles, the schematics list these voltages as ±18 VDC. The phantom supply voltage in AirWave Digital is +45 VDC even though it may be listed as +48 VDC on some schematics.
Page 56 RED / RED STRIPE No connection: P1, pins 10, 11, 12 E1 - E8: Circuit board eyelets AIRWAVE DIGITAL CONSOLE WIRING J1: Ground lug fastened to Motherboard screw H A R R I S C O R P O R A T I O N...
Page 57 ½ character punctuation divider (space, period, hyphen, slash, backslash, etc.) on each line. for use with the AirWave Digital console and the Engraving is normally done on the yellow but- ton cap to identify the A input source on the top QuikBilt II modular cabinetry.
Page 58: Console Remote Control Panels
7 Accessories CONSOLE REMOTE CONTROL the top of the panel, in the area covered by the PANELS meter panel, for the switch and lamp wiring to Any open console position (except for the Moni- exit the mainframe. The use of a panel-mount con- tor, Timer and Output module positions) can be nector is recommended.
Page 59 7 Accessories J4: Housing, wafer, 10-pin female locking Molex # 22-01-2107 (PR&E # 15-524 Terminals, gold, female crimp Molex # 08-58-0110 (PR&E # 15-8) S1 - S4: Switch, 17mm JAE # 11LC17-0 (PR&E # 25-873) Lamp, JAE # 11LB17-0 (PR&E # 12-101) TALKBACK TALK BACK...
Page 60 7 Accessories J1: Housing, 24-pin AMP Mod IV # 2-87631-0 (PR&E # 14-513) Terminals, female AMP Mod IV # 102128-1 (PR&E # 15-938-1) J2: Housing, wafer, 10-pin female locking Molex # 22-01-2107 (PR&E # 15-524) Terminals, crimp, gold female Molex # 08-56-0110 (PR&E # 15-8) Cable: 9-conductor Belden # 9423 or equivalent Wire: 26 AWG white hookup, UL1429 or equivalent INPUT MODULE...
Page 61 7 Accessories J1, J2: HOUSING, 24-PIN FEMALE, MOLEX #03-06-1241 (PR&E # 15-705) TERMINALS, FEMALE, MOLEX #02-06-1103 (PR&E 15-2) S1 - S10: SWITCH, 1 N.O. / 1 N.C. MOMENTARY, EAO 31 (PR&E # 25-119) LAMPS: FOR -0: NO LAMPS FOR -1: 5 VOLT #7348 (PR&E # 12-64) FOR -2: 14 VOLT #386 (PR&E # 12-51) FOR -3: 18 VOLT #388 (PR&E # 12-52) LENSCAPS: S1, S6 - RED, "RECORD"...
Page 62 Cue ..........3-2, 3-7, 4-6 Cue Speaker ..........5-7 A Input ............3-2 AC Connection .......... 2-3 AES/EBU Connection ........ 2-7 AirWave Digital Console Digital RLS ..........4-7 Block Diagram ........6-2 Digital SIM ........4-2, 6-30 General Information ..... 1-1, 2-1 Direct Outputs ..........
Page 63 Index Note: Page numbers listed as Chapter-Page. Remote Line Selector (see RLS) Repair Services ........5-1 Replacement Parts ........5-2 Level Meters ........3-9, 4-8 Reset, Timer ........2-22, 4-5 Logic RLS ......1-2, 2-22, 3-5, 4-7, 6-20 Cable Type .......... 2-5 Connector Pinout ......

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