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USER MANUAL
AIREA
ABX-5
AIREA BREAK OUT EXTENSION
Please read this user manual through carefully before putting the system into operation and keep it for future reference.
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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL AIREA ABX-5 AIREA BREAK OUT EXTENSION Please read this user manual through carefully before putting the system into operation and keep it for future reference.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    3. Connections and Status Messages 8 4. Operating modes 10 4.1 Use with a FOCUS VENUE system 10 4.2 Use as a Dante™ Breakout Module (AES/EBU + FOHHN-NET) 10 5. Setting up 11 5.1 Firmware Update for the ABX-5 11 6.
  • Page 3 8.1 Environmental Information 15 8.2 CE Marking and Declaration of Conformity 15 8.3 Trademarks 15 8.4 Disclaimer and Copyright 15 8.5 Contact Address 16...

  • Page 4: Introduction And General Instructions

    The information presented here should, however, be regarded as accompanying advice and it does not affect the ultimate responsibility of the user to ensure safe on-site operation of a FOHHN system. Warning: To prevent injury caused by a fallen system, •...

  • Page 5: Electrical Safety Information

    (operating ratios), need to be recalculated and, if necessary, reduced. All components required for the mounting or suspension of a FOHHN system have been designed and constructed in accordance and compliance with the following regulations that are applicable in Germany: BGV-C1, BGI 810-3, DIN EN 1993-1-1, DIN EN 1999-1-1 and DIN 18032-2.

  • Page 6: Acoustic Safety Information

    To avoid damaging the device, do not leave the power cable plugged in if the device is not going to be used for a while. (Remove the plug from the mains socket in order to completely disconnect the device!) 1.1.4 Acoustic Safety Information FOHHN systems are capable of generating very high sound pressure levels, which can cause irreparable damage to hearing. Warning: To avoid potential hearing impairment, never stand in close proximity (1 metre or less) to a system while it is in operation.

  • Page 7: Operating Conditions

    Never expose the device to strong vibration. 1.2.1 Information on Abnormal Operation The device should be immediately inspected by a Fohhn Audio AG approved service partner if • a foreign body or liquid has got into the interior of the device, •...

  • Page 8: The Product

    2.1 Product Description The ABX-5 can be used in two ways: 1. As an interface between Dante™ audio networking and the modular active FOHHN FOCUS VENUE loudspeaker system. In this situation, the ABX-5 does not need an additional external power supply.

  • Page 9: Connections And Status Messages

    This RJ-45 output is intended for digital AES/EBU signals. AIREA-NET out This RJ-45 output is intended for the AES/EBU signal and the FOHHN-NET control signals. The ABX-5 can also be supplied with power via this socket (see Section 4.1 “Use with a FOCUS VENUE system“).
  • Page 10 LED The green LED lights up when a supply voltage is present. Dante™ Primary Digital audio signals (Dante™) and remote control signals (FOHHN-NET) can be fed via this RJ-45 input (1000 Base-T Ethernet). Dante™ Secondary This RJ-45 input (1000 Base-T Ethernet) is exclusively used for redundant cabling.

  • Page 11: Operating Modes

    4.2 Use as a Dante™ Breakout Module (AES/EBU + FOHHN-NET) The ABX-5 can also be used as a general Dante™ to AES/EBU breakout module and FOHHN-NET Ethernet adapter. Here, the device must be used with an external wall wart power supply.

  • Page 12: Setting Up

    FOHHN AUDIO SOFT software (Version 5.0.3 or later) installed. When using an ABX-5, connection to the FOHHN-NET is via an Ethernet switch to which an appropriate Dante™ device will also be linked. For control via PC, Audinate’s Dante Controller software is required in addition to FOHHN AUDIO SOFT.
  • Page 13 4. Select the appropriate .dnt file and confirm your choice with Next. 5. Select the listed Dante™ device that is to be updated and click on Start. 6. After a full update, the Dante™ device should be restarted by switching off/on. Here you can find all the Dante™...

  • Page 14: Technical Specifications

    1 x RJ-45 AES/EBU output 1 x XLR male Dante™ input 2 x RJ-45 (1000Base-T Ethernet Port) DC input DC input for wall wart power supply Display LEDs Power on green = on (front and back) FOHHN-NET receive green FOHHN-NET send yellow...

  • Page 15: Service And Repair

    “Maintenance Measures” section below. For details of a FOHHN Service provider in your area, please contact us at the address on the final page of this manual.

  • Page 16: Appendix

    (images, text and other representations) is always complete, correct and current. FOHHN AUDIO AG therefore reserves the right to make changes or additions to the given information at any time. Neither FOHHN AUDIO AG (as a public limited company), nor its Executive Board or employees take any responsibility for direct or indirect damage, including loss of profit, which arises as a result of, or in connection with, the information in this manual.

  • Page 17: Contact Address

    This manual as a whole, including its contents and works is, as such, subject to German copyright law. The reproduction, editing, distribution and any other kind of use outside the limits of the copyright requires the written consent of Fohhn Audio AG. 8.5 Contact Address...

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