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- Page 1 AMPx-S8 Series • AMP1-S8DA • AMP1-S8MDA-3G • AMP2-S8DA • AMP2-S8MDA-3G 8-Channel, Multi-Format, Analog/Digital Audio Monitors User Guide Part Number 821030, Revision F...
- Page 2 Wohler Technologies, Inc. reserves the right to change or improve our products at any time and without notice. In no event will Wohler Technologies, Inc. be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any defect in the hardware, software, or its documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Preface ........vii Introduction .............. - Page 4 Installation ..............6 Intial Setup.............. 6 Power Up..............6 Chapter 2. System Overview ..... . . 7 Introduction..............7 Overview ..............7 Topics ..............
- Page 5 Analog Output Preference..........24 Monitoring and Mixing Modes ..........25 Arbtrary Mixing ............25 Single ..............26 Pairs ..............26 Downmix..............27 Muting the Speakers ............29 Phase Correlation ............30 SDI Inputs ..............31 Selecting SDI Groups and Subgroups ......31 Configuring for SDI Delay ........32 Selecting the Input Signal ..........
- Page 6 Chapter 5. Setup Menu ......43 Introduction..............43 Overview ..............43 Topics ..............43 Accessing Setup Mode............44 Analog Output Preference Mode........46 Recalling a Preset ............46 Saving a Preset .............47...
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Page 7: Preface
Preface Introduction Overview The preface lists the new features and functionality for this release. Topics Topics Page What’s New viii Functionality Enhancements viii 8 21 03 0 : A MP x-S 8 S e r ie s U se r G u id e ©... -
Page 8: What's New
P r e fa c e W h a t ’ s N ew What’s New This release provides several changes and functionality enhancements: • 3G functionality (now available in 1RU!) • Signal termination moved to software control • Bitstream Detection on page 54 Functionality Enhancements In adding the 3G functionality, we have also discontinued the MDA models as shown in the following table:... - Page 9 Preface F u n c t io n a li t y E n h a nc e m e n t s 82 10 30 : A MP x-S 8 S e r ie s U se r G u id e ©...
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Page 11: Introduction
CHAPTER 1 Installation Introduction Overview This chapter describes the front panel controls and the rear panel connectors in detail. It also describes how to use the front panel user interface for data display and system configuration. Configuration procedures are covered in detail in Chapter 3 on page Topics Topics... -
Page 12: Unpacking
U n p a ck in g Unpacking Unpack the AMPx-S8 Series monitor and inspect for any apparent physical damage that may have occurred in transit. If the unit has been damaged, contact Wohler customer support for assistance. (Wohler’s contact information is on page ii of this document.) -
Page 13: Installation
Unplug the equipment during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. Use of a cart is neither recommended nor approved by Wohler. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing will be required under all of the following conditions: •... -
Page 14: Installation Recommendations
C h a p t e r 1 In s t a l la t i on environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. -
Page 15: Heat Dissipation
C ha p t e r 1 Installation I n s t a l la t io n R e c om m e n d a t io n s Heat Dissipation The ambient temperature inside the mounting enclosure should not exceed 40°... -
Page 16: Electrical Interference
C h a p t e r 1 In s t a l la t i on I ns t al la t i o n Table 1–1 Cable Length Limit Recommendations Maximum Length Signal Type Meters Feet Electrical Interference Be careful to apply proper input termination settings and avoid mismatched cable types and other similar causes of undesired reflections in digital signal systems. -
Page 17: Power Up
I n s t a ll a t io n Power Up The AMPx-S8 Series monitors are factory-configured so that all settings are non-volatile. When power to the unit is cycled (off/on), the unit will restore itself so that each setting such as channel selection(s), input type, and so on, are automatically restored to the unit’s previous... -
Page 18: Installation
C h a p t e r 1 In s t a l la t i on I ns t al la t i o n 8 21 03 0 : A MP x-S 8 S e r ie s U se r G u id e ©... -
Page 19: Chapter 2. System Overview
CHAPTER 2 System Overview Introduction Overview This chapter describes how to install the AMPx-S8 Series monitor into a standard 19”-rack and how to connect the audio cables. Topics Topics Page Introduction Front Panel Controls Rear Panel Connectors Monitoring Inputs Channel Selection and Mixing... -
Page 20: Front Panel Controls
Speakers: The AMP2s features two mid-range speakers (left and right) and one woofer speaker. The AMP1s have two woofers. All models of the AMPx-S8 Series contain high performance transducers driven by three power amplifiers. Two amplifier/ driver combinations handle midrange and high frequency... -
Page 22: Lcd Screen
C h a p t e r 2 Sy st em O v e r v ie w F r o nt P a n el C o n t r o ls • Level Meter Brightness (Potentiometers, Left and Right): Use a small slot screwdriver to adjust the brightness of the bar graph meters using these two recessed trim pot controls. -
Page 23: User Interface
C h a p t e r 2 System Overview F r on t Pa n e l C o n t r o ls then they will display as short dashes. Each dash (-) indicates a position for displaying the channel pairs available for monitoring from left to right: 1/2, 3/4, 5/6 and 7/8. -
Page 24: Menu Navigation
C h a p t e r 2 Sy st em O v e r v ie w F r o nt P a n el C o n t r o ls Table 2–1 White Control Functionality (Continued) Button Setup Mode Single-Channel Mode Pair Mode... -
Page 25: Rear Panel Connectors
Note: The pin-out for this connector is compatible with Tascam DB-25 to XLR cable assemblies. Contact your Wohler sales representative for availability. (Wohler’s contact information is on page ii of this document.) 82 10 30 : A MP x-S 8 S e r ie s U se r G u id e... -
Page 27: Output Connectors
C h a p t e r 2 System Overview R e a r P a ne l C o n n e ct o r s Figure 2–7 AES/PCM Input and Loop-Through DB-25 Pin-Out • 3G/HD/SD-SDI In (1 and 2, BNC-F): These inputs accept SDI video signals for the 3G models. - Page 28 The pin-out for this connector is compatible with Tascam DB-25 to XLR cable assemblies. Contact your Wohler sales representative for availability. (Wohler’s contact information is on page ii of this document.). 8 21 03 0 : A MP x-S 8 S e r ie s U se r G u id e ©...
- Page 29 C h a p t e r 2 System Overview R e a r P a ne l C o n n e ct o r s Figure 2–9 AES Balanced Out from SDI DB-25 Pin-Out • Selected Downmix/Analog Out (Left and Right, XLR-M): These connectors are balanced analog outputs of the speaker assign (or downmix) source as selected for the left and right speaker channels.
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Page 30: Programming And Remote Access Connectors
GPI/O signals: four inputs (Controls 1 through 4) and four outputs (Status 1 through 4). Note: For more complete information about the functionality of connector, contact your Wohler technical Remote support representative and ask for the documents with part numbers 824016 and 824017. -
Page 31: Rotary Switch Connectors
C h a p t e r 2 System Overview R e a r P a ne l C o n n e ct o r s Rotary Switch Connectors • OPT 2 (10-Position Rotary Switch): This recessed 10-position rotary switch allows for standard operation and software upgrades. -
Page 32: Monitoring Inputs
The following simple instructions will allow you to get your AMPx-S8 Series monitor up and running quickly; that is, you will be able to monitor any single input through the monitor’s internal speakers. Referring to the AMPx-S8 Series rear panel diagrams (Figure 2–5 2–... -
Page 33: Monitoring An Aes Input
C h a p t e r 2 System Overview M o n it o r i ng I n p u t s Continue on to Channel Selection and Mixing on page Monitoring an AES Input To monitor an AES signal, do one or both of the following: •... -
Page 34: Channel Selection And Mixing
C h a p t e r 2 Sy st em O v e r v ie w C h a n n el S e le c t io n a n d M i x in g Continue on to Channel Selection and Mixing immediately below. -
Page 35: Chapter 3. Audio Configuration
CHAPTER 3 Audio Configuration Introduction Overview This chapter is the “how to” chapter. All topics listed below are sorted alphabetically for easy reference. For information about presets refer to Chapter Presets on page Topics Topics Page Introduction Analog Output Preference Monitoring and Mixing Modes Muting the Speakers Phase Correlation... -
Page 36: Analog Output Preference
C h a p t e r 3 A u d i o C o n fi g u r a t io n A n a lo g O u t p u t P r ef e r e n ce Analog Output Preference The Analog Output Preference determines how the Selected/... -
Page 37: Monitoring And Mixing Modes
C h a p t e r 3 Audio Configuration M o n it o r in g a n d M i x in g M o d e s Press either the arrow followed by the button Down Enter to change the setting, or press the button to leave it as is. -
Page 38: Single
C h a p t e r 3 A u d i o C o n fi g u r a t io n M o n it or i ng a n d M i x in g M o d e s Single This mode allows you to select one and only one signal for each speaker independently of the other speaker and is most useful when you are... -
Page 39: Downmix
C h a p t e r 3 Audio Configuration M o n it o r in g a n d M i x in g M o d e s Downmix This mode is most useful when multiple signals need to be mixed together and monitored at the same time. - Page 40 C h a p t e r 3 A u d i o C o n fi g u r a t io n M o n it or i ng a n d M i x in g M o d e s Figure 3–7 DM1 Mix Diagram •...
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Page 41: Muting The Speakers
Presets saved in mode are recalled in this mode. Muting the Speakers The AMPx-S8 Series monitor provides two methods for muting the internal speakers: Plug in a pair of headphones, or Press the button. -
Page 42: Phase Correlation
C h a p t e r 3 A u d i o C o n fi g u r a t io n Ph a s e C or r e la t io n Pressing the button allows you to step through three mute Mute states and an unmuted state. -
Page 43: Sdi Inputs
C h a p t e r 3 Audio Configuration S D I I n p u t s With typical stereo program material, the moving block display is normal. If the signals to the speakers are completely independent, they will have a correlation result of 0, and the block will be stationary in the center of the screen. -
Page 44: Configuring For Sdi Delay
C h a p t e r 3 A u d i o C o n fi g u r a t io n SD I In p ut s Table 3–3 SDI Group Select Button Left Bar Graph Bank Right Bar Graph Bank Press (1 through 4) -
Page 45: Selecting The Input Signal
C h a p t e r 3 Audio Configuration S e le c t in g t h e I n p u t S ig na l Figure 3–12 SDI Delay Setting -Setup- SDI Delay: 140 ms Press either the buttons to select the delay in Down milliseconds from 10 to 170 for units equipped with a 919300 SDI... -
Page 46: Setting The Monitor's Startup Configuration
Se t t in g t h e M o n it or ’ s S t a r t u p C o n f ig u r a t io n Setting the Monitor’s Startup Configuration You can configure the AMPx-S8 Series monitor to start up from a powered-off state, and automatically begin monitoring a particular input. -
Page 47: Terminating/Unterminating Inputs
C h a p t e r 3 Audio Configuration Te r m i na t i n g / U n t e rm in a t i ng I n p u t s Terminating/Unterminating Inputs Each of the AES and bitstream inputs on the AMPx-S8 may be terminated or unterminated independently of each other. - Page 48 C h a p t e r 3 A u d i o C o n fi g u r a t io n Te r m i na t in g / U n t e r m in a t i ng I n p u t s Press the or the buttons until the desired input is shown...
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Page 49: Presets
CHAPTER 4 Presets Introduction Overview This chapter describes how to create, recall, modify, and erase presets. It also discusses using Preset mode for fast system configuration. Topics Topics Page Introduction What are Presets? Methods of Accessing the Presets 8 21 03 0 : A MP x-S 8 S e r ie s U se r G u id e ©... -
Page 50: What Are Presets
C h a p t e r 4 Pr e s e t s W h a t a r e P r e s et s? What are Presets? The AMP1-E8 is an incredibly flexible tool for monitoring multiple audio streams. -
Page 51: Enabling/Disabling Preset Mode
C h a p t er 4 Presets M e t h o d s o f A cc e s s in g t h e Pr e s e t s Note: When this mode is enabled, you can no longer directly select the inputs by the input type (e.g., AES 1, SDI 2, analog, and so on). -
Page 52: Saving A Preset
C h a p t e r 4 Pr e s e t s M e t h o d s of A c ce s s in g t h e P re s e t s Saving a Preset Press Fn+Preset 1 If Preset 1 is currently empty, the system will prompt you to save... - Page 53 C h a p t er 4 Presets M e t h o d s o f A cc e s s in g t h e Pr e s e t s Name the preset by using the arrow buttons to Down scroll through the available list of characters.
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Page 55: Chapter 5. Setup Menu
CHAPTER 5 Setup Menu Introduction Overview This chapter explains the options in the Setup menu. Figure 5–1 on page provides a structural overview. Topics Topics Page Introduction Accessing Setup Mode Analog Output Preference Mode Recalling a Preset Saving a Preset Preset Mode Erasing a Preset SDI Delay... -
Page 56: Accessing Setup Mode
C h a p t e r 5 Se t u p M e n u A c c es s i ng S e t u p M o d e Accessing Setup Mode Figure 5–1 Setup Menu Tree Normal Enter/Esc Setup: Startup ++... - Page 57 C ha p t e r 5 Setup Menu A c c es s i ng S e t u p M o d e Enable mode by pressing and holding the button and Setup then pressing the button. This mode is used to change unit Setup features.
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Page 58: Analog Output Preference Mode
C h a p t e r 5 Se t u p M e n u A n a lo g O u t p u t P r ef e r e n ce M o d e To exit , press the button. -
Page 59: Saving A Preset
C ha p t e r 5 Setup Menu S a v i n g a Pr e s e t Figure 5–2 Recalling an Existing Preset Choose PresetNum Preset1: Off Air Press the buttons to scroll through the presets. Down In the example above (Figure... -
Page 60: Creating A New Preset
C h a p t e r 5 Se t u p M e n u Sa v in g a P r es e t Creating a New Preset Note: To cancel the procedure at any time during this process, press the button and the preset will not be saved Escape... -
Page 61: Overwriting An Existing Preset
C ha p t e r 5 Setup Menu S a v i n g a Pr e s e t Naming will automatically end after you select eight characters, or when you press the button when _DONE_ _DONE_ _DONE_ _DONE_ appears on the Enter... - Page 62 C h a p t e r 5 Se t u p M e n u Sa v in g a P r es e t Pressing the button keeps the old name for the new preset Enter and returns the unit to normal operation. Important: This concludes the procedure for overwriting an existing preset with the same name.
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Page 63: Preset Mode
C ha p t e r 5 Setup Menu Pr e s e t M o d e Preset Mode For more information about presets Refer to Chapter Setup Menu on page To enable or disable mode: Preset Press Fn+Setup Use the arrow buttons until PSet Mode... -
Page 64: Sdi Delay
Figure 5–11 Erasing a Preset - Confirmation Erase Preset? Preset1: Off Air Pressing the Enter button will erase that preset. Pressing the button will not erase that preset. In either case, control returns to the menu to choose another preset to erase. Figure 5–12 Erasing a Preset - Select the Preset to Erase... -
Page 65: Startup
C ha p t e r 5 Setup Menu S t a r t u p Startup Startup Startup Startup Startup entry within the Setup Menu determines the input used Last Used Last Used, the unit will power by the unit at power up. When set to Last Used Last Used up the same way that the unit was before power was interrupted. -
Page 66: Bitstream Detection
Bitstream Detection The unit will now mute an input pair if it detects the presence of a non- PCM stream (such as a Dolby or DTS bitstream) on that pair. The unit detects bitstreams with two methods: Preamble detection Not-Audio AES Channel status flag is asserted In terms of Method A, encoded bitstreams contain key data sequences that identify the type of encoding used. -
Page 67: Phase Bits
C ha p t e r 5 Setup Menu P ha s e Bi t s Phase Bits For units with SDI de-embedder cards installed, there may or may not be a menu item available, entitled Phase Bts, which stands for phase bits. - Page 68 C h a p t e r 5 Se t u p M e n u Ph a s e B i t s 8 21 03 0 : A MP x-S 8 S e r ie s U se r G u id e ©...
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Page 69: Chapter 6. Features And Specifications
CHAPTER 6 Features and Specifications Introduction Overview This chapter details the features of each of the monitors in the series and provides the technical specifications. It also outlines the distinctions between models. Topics Topics Page Introduction Features Specifications Technical Functional Overview 8 21 03 0 : A MP x-S 8 S e r ie s U se r G u id e ©... -
Page 70: Features
F e a t u r es Features Common Features The AMPx-S8 Series audio monitors provide a complete, exceptionally high-quality 3G/HD/SD-SDI, PCM and analog stereo audio monitoring solution. A significant feature is the ability to monitor up to eight channels of a 3G-SDI, HD-SDI and/or SD-SDI bitstream, two sets of four AES/EBU signal pairs (balanced and unbalanced) or eight analog channels. -
Page 71: Specifications
C ha p t e r 6 Features and Specifications S p e c if ic a t io n s Specifications Table 6–2 Specifications for the AMPx-S8 Series Monitors Specification Value Power Consumption 72 W max AC Mains Input 100 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz Ω... -
Page 72: Technical Functional Overview
• AES Bal In/Loop Out (DB-25) Other level meter scales are available at time of manufacture including BBC, DIN, and others. Contact Wohler for more information concerning alternate scales. Note: All features and specifications are subject to improvement without notice.
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