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DEVA DB8009-MPX Maintenance And Operation Instruction Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
DB8009-MPX
MPX & Audio Silence Monitor
with Advanced Backup Capabilities
Publish Date: 20-Jun-2019

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  • Page 1 MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION INSTRUCTION MANUAL DB8009-MPX MPX & Audio Silence Monitor with Advanced Backup Capabilities Publish Date: 20-Jun-2019...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    LAN Port ............................31 Operation ............................32 Manual IP Identification ....................... 32 Network Discovery ........................34 DB8009-MPX WEB interface menu pages ..................36 Status ............................. 36 Input .............................. 37 Main and AUX MPX In Meter Calibration ................37 Main and AUX Digital Input ....................37 Main and AUX Analog Input ....................
  • Page 3 How can a playlist file be made? ....................38 Backup ............................39 Audio Loss and Audio Recovery and MPX Loss and Recovery ..........39 MPX Monitor Mode ........................39 How the device works ....................... 39 Stereo Generator ........................... 40 General ............................. 40 Injection levels ..........................
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  • Page 5: Introduction

    For us there is no stage when we deem that we have reached the most satisfactory level in our work. Our engineers are in constant pursuit of new ideas and technologies to be captured in DEVA solutions. Simultaneously, a strict control is being exercised at each step of any new development.

  • Page 6: Typographic Conventions

    65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com Typographic conventions This manual uses the following typographic conventions: Style Used for NOTE Important notes and recommendations Example Used when example text is cited “Menu”...

  • Page 7: General Information

    MPX monitoring and backup capabilities. Similarly to other tools in this product line, the DB8009-MPX also offers the familiar MP3 and IP Audio backup options. Its design incorporates a fully DSP-based Stereo Encoder which provides an MPX signal at the output even if the backup source has been set as Analog, Digital or IP Audio.

  • Page 8: Product Features

    65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com Product Features • Fully DSP based core • Intelligent Silence Detector and Backup Audio Switcher • User selectable backup audio sources priority •...

  • Page 9: Technical Specifications

    65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MAIN MPX (COMPOSITE) INPUT Connector BNC Unbalanced Impedance 10 kΩ Frequency Range 10 Hz to 200 kHz MAIN ANALOG AUDIO INPUTS Connectors Balanced XLR Impedance...
  • Page 10 65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com BUILT-IN MP3 PLAYER Storage Capacity 2Gb on SD Card Supported encoders HE-AAC (v.1 and v.2), MPEG-1 Layer 3 MP3 bit rates 32-320 kbps and VBR Sample rates All sampling frequencies specified by MPEG1 L1/L2/...
  • Page 11 65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com USER INTERFACE Indicators 5 LEDs on front panel, 2 LEDs on rear panel Web interface control, configuration and status information SNMP interface control, configuration and status information Front Panel LCD with Keyboard...

  • Page 12: Block Diagram

    RDS GEN D / A Because of the all-digital, minimalist-discrete-component nature of device circuitry, we have not provided schematic diagrams of the DB8009-MPX in this Manual. Please, note that: NO USER-SERVICEABLE COMPONENTS INSIDE. REFER ALL SERVICING TO QUALIFIED TECHNICAL PERSONNEL.

  • Page 13: Safety Precautions

    DEVA Broadcast Ltd. declines all responsibility if any one of the safety rules given herein is not observed. DEVA Broadcast Ltd. declines all responsibility if the end-user resells the product.

  • Page 14: Before You Start

    • We do not recommend installation in rooms with high humidity, dusty places or other aggressive conditions. • Although it is expected that a DB8009-MPX will be installed close to exciters (or transmitters of even higher-power!), please practice reasonable care and common sense in locating the unit away from abnormally high RF fields.

  • Page 15: Unpacking And Inspection

    Warranty! Mounting RACK REQUIREMENT The DB8009-MPX mounts in a standard 19-inch equipment rack and requires only 1¾ inches (1U) of vertical rack space. The use of plastic washers is recommended to protect the painted finish around the mounting holes.

  • Page 16: Panel Indicators And Connectors

    65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com Panel Indicators and Connectors FRONT PANEL PHONES – Stereo 1/4” (6.3 mm) jack output for headphones. Only the selected Silence detection audio will be heard trough the headphones; MAIN –...

  • Page 17: Rear Panel

    65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com REAR PANEL GPIO LAN – RJ-45 connector for TCP/IP connection; AES/EBU: • Auxiliary Digital Input • Main Digital Input • Digital Output MPX : •...

  • Page 18: Gpio Connector Pinouts

    65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com GPIO CONNECTOR PINOUTS Backup 1 Loss (Collector) Backup 2 Loss (Collector) Main Loss (Collector) GP IN (GPI Selector) +3.3V Main Loss (Emitter) Backup 2 Loss (Emitter) Backup 1 Loss (Emitter) Main - Active +...

  • Page 19: Navigation Through Lcd Menu

    65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com Navigation Through LCD Menu THE BASICS Upon power-up, the LCD Screen shows the Company Logo and the model of the device. After the Initial screen disappears (in a few seconds), it will be replaced by the Main Menu readings.

  • Page 20: Menu Structure

    5.Dayparts 1.Dayparting: Disable 2.Daypart 1 6.Stereo Gen 1.Stereo Mode: Stereo 2.Pre Emphasis: Flat 7.RDS 1.PI: FFFF 2.PS: DB8009 8.Audio/MPX 1.Phones: 0.0dB 2.Analog Out: 5.0dBu 9.Network 1.Ethernet 2.HTTP 10.Device 1.Alias: DB8009 2.Date/Time 11.Status 1.Model: DB8009-MPX 2.Serial: 89WORKU 12.Back - 20 -...
  • Page 21 65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com 1.Main Inputs>1.100% MPX Adj: 6.0dBu 2.0dBFS Aud Adj: 6.0dBu 1.Main Inputs 1.100% MPX Adj: 6.0dBu MOVE CURSOR >2.0dBFS Aud Adj: 6.0dBu EDIT MODE SPIN VALUE 1.Main Inputs>3.Ana Aud Gain:...
  • Page 22 65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com 4.Backup >1.Main: Main MPX 2.Backup 1: AUX Ana 4.Backup 1.Main: Main MPX >2.Backup 1: AUX Ana 4.Backup >3.Backup 2: Player 4.GPI1 Func: Not used 4.Backup 3.Backup 2:...
  • Page 23 65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com MOVE CURSOR 5.Dayparts >1.Dayparting: Disable EDIT MODE SPIN VALUE 2.Daypart 1 CONFIRM & BACK 5.Dayparts 1.Dayparting: Disable >2.Daypart 1 5.Dayparts >3.Daypart 2 4.Daypart 3 5.2.Daypart 1>1.DP Weekday: Never...
  • Page 24 65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com 6.Stereo Gen >1.Stereo Mode: Stereo 2.Pre Emphasis: Flat 6.Stereo Gen 1.Stereo Mode: Stereo >2.Pre Emphasis: Flat 6.Stereo Gen >3.Audio Gain: 0.0dB 4.Pilot Inj: 10.0% 6.Stereo Gen...
  • Page 25 65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com 7.RDS >1.PI: FFFF 2.PS: DB8009 7.RDS 1.PI: FFFF MOVE CURSOR >2.PS: DB8009 EDIT MODE SPIN VALUE 7.RDS >3.DPS:Silence Monitor an 4.DPS Parse: CONFIRM &...
  • Page 26 65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com 8.Audio/MPX >1.Phones: 0.0dB 2.Analog Out: 5.0dBu 8.Audio/MPX 1.Phones: 0.0dB MOVE CURSOR >2.Analog Out: 5.0dBu EDIT MODE SPIN VALUE 8.Audio/MPX >3.MPX Out: 6.0dBu CONFIRM &...
  • Page 27 65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com 9.Network >1.Ethernet 9.1.Ethernet >1.Ethernet: Enable 2.HTTP 2.DHCP: Enable 3.IP: 192.168.001.002 4.NMask: 255.255.255.000 9.Network 1.Ethernet 5.GWay: 192.168.001.001 >2.HTTP 6.DNS1: 192.168.001.001 7.DNS2: 192.168.001.001 9.Network >3.SNMP 8.WAN:...
  • Page 28 65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com 10.Device >1.Alias: DB8009 2.Date/Time 10.Device 1.Alias: DB8009 10.2.Date/ >1.Date: 15-Jun-2012 >2.Date/Time Time 2.Time: 00:00:00 3.TZone: 0:00 4.DST: None 10.Device >3.Front Panel 5.Back 4.Fact.Defaults 10.3.Front...
  • Page 29 65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com 11.Status >1.Model: DB8009-MPX 2.Serial: 89WORKU 11.Status 1.Model: DB8009-MPX >2.Serial: 89WORKU 11.Status >3.Fw.Rev:1.5.1691 2019/0 4.Assigned By: AutoIP 11.Status 3.Fw.Rev:1.5.1691 2019/0 >4.Assigned By: AutoIP 11.Status...

  • Page 30: Keyboard Lock

    E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com RESTORE FACTORY DEFAULTS If an emergency recover is necessary, the DB8009-MPX can Restore Factory Defaults from its non-volatile memory. The step-by-step process can be found below: 1. Disconnect/Remove all external cables and etc. except the Mains Power.

  • Page 31: Connecting Db8009-Mpx

    Using a cable ending with two standard XLR connectors connect the analog signal source to the analog audio inputs of DB8009-MPX. WARNING: Do not exceed maximum input level. This may permanently damage DB8009-MPX. DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT Using a cable ending with a standard XLR connectors connect the AES/EBU signal source to the digital audio input of DB8009-MPX.

  • Page 32: Operation

    E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com Operation DB8009-MPX is controlled trough a build in WEB Server and a standard Web browser can be used to monitor its status or to make some adjustments. To operate the device you need to know its IP Address. In case you are not aware of it, you can use the Network discovery feature at Local networks or the front panel navigational menu (Manual IP Identification).
  • Page 33 65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com NOTE: Due to the inability of some WEB Browsers to read the IP address format displayed on the screen of the device, the numbers included in the IP Address must be written without the leading zeros.

  • Page 34: Network Discovery

    4. To access the device open a new Explorer bar and click on Network. If you have successfully enabled the network discovery option, the device will be displayed. Double click on DB8009-MPX will open a new WEB browser with the Main window. To access the device’s settings press [Settings], the default values are username: admin and password: pass.
  • Page 35 65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com NOTE: If you have already enabled this function on your computer just open a new Explorer bar and click on Network. The device must be displayed. If not follow the instructions described above.

  • Page 36: Db8009-Mpx Web Interface Menu Pages

    The Status screen contains information about the source levels. You can easily select the preferred audio source by using the source selection buttons. By selecting the interactive [Auto] button, the DB8009-MPX will automatically select audio source in accordance with the applied Audio Backup Settings.

  • Page 37: Input

    65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com INPUT Main and AUX MPX In Meter Calibration Allows the user to adjust the MPX level that should be considered as 100% MPX. This setting is very important as the silence detection works based on it.

  • Page 38: Mp3 Audio Player

    6. The song titles should be written in the order that should be played. WHEN APPLYING NEW SETTINGS – In order new settings to take effect, it is necessary to press the [Save] button. Please keep in mind that some of the new settings can reset DB8009-MPX. - 38 -...

  • Page 39: Backup

    Coder and routed to MPX output. WHEN APPLYING NEW SETTINGS – In order new settings to take effect, it is necessary to press the [Save] button. Please keep in mind that some of the new settings can reset DB8009-MPX. - 39 -...

  • Page 40: Stereo Generator

    It is recommended your local authorization to be checked. WHEN APPLYING NEW SETTINGS – In order new settings to take effect, it is necessary to press the [Save] button. Please keep in mind that some of the new settings can reset DB8009-MPX. - 40 -...

  • Page 41: Basic Rds

    United States the PI code is numerically calculated from the station’s call sign. We have provided a calculator utility within the DB8009-MPX. An in-depth discussion of the mathematical calculation is given in RDS/RBDS Standard. To use the PI calculator for US ‘K’ and ‘W’ call signs, simply enter call letters into the CALL box.
  • Page 42 European radio networks and US stations with ‘translators.’ WHEN APPLYING NEW SETTINGS – In order new settings to take effect, it is necessary to press the [Save] button. Please keep in mind that some of the new settings can reset DB8009-MPX. - 42 -...

  • Page 43: Dynamic Rds

    65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com DYNAMIC RDS IMPORTANT NOTE: The Stereo Generator, Basic RDS and Dynamic RDS will work only when the device uses MP3 or IP Audio as audio source. When Main and AUX are used, Main or AUX MPX input will be played.

  • Page 44: Radio Text

    Default value is blank (empty). WHEN APPLYING NEW SETTINGS – In order new settings to take effect, it is necessary to press the [Save] button. Please keep in mind that some of the new settings can reset DB8009-MPX. - 44 -...

  • Page 45: How To Connect To The Rds Console

    65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com HOW TO CONNECT TO THE RDS CONSOLE The RDS console is used to edit the RDS settings in real time. It can be used with an automation software or a terminal program.

  • Page 46: List Of Available Rds Console Commands And Their Responses

    Command properly formatted but data not understood. Console has been inactive for more than 30 minutes and the connection will be dropped. User needs to connect again to enter more commands. (NO RESPONSE) Data sent is ignored by DB8009-MPX. - 46 -...

  • Page 47: Output

    Otherwise, the IP Voice Announcement will continue to be played. WHEN APPLYING NEW SETTINGS – In order new settings to take effect, it is necessary to press the [Save] button. Please keep in mind that some of the new settings can reset DB8009-MPX. - 47 -...

  • Page 48: Dayparts

    Weekday is set to Never the relative daypart will not be used. WHEN APPLYING NEW SETTINGS – In order new settings to take effect, it is necessary to press the [Save] button. Please keep in mind that some of the new settings can reset DB8009-MPX. - 48 -...

  • Page 49: General

    WHEN APPLYING NEW SETTINGS – In order new settings to take effect, it is necessary to press the [Save] button. Please keep in mind that some of the new settings can reset DB8009-MPX. - 49 -...

  • Page 50: Network

    DHCP client to be activated, the function should be enabled. When the DHCP client is activated, all assigned values will be shown in the relevant fields on the “Status Screen”. If due to any reason, the DHCP procedure cannot be completed, DB8009-MPX will use Auto IP and will generate an IP Address.

  • Page 51: Http Server

    MIB file. WHEN APPLYING NEW SETTINGS – In order new settings to take effect, it is necessary to press the [Save] button. Please keep in mind that some of the new settings can reset DB8009-MPX. - 51 -...

  • Page 52: Other

    [Format] button. Factory Defaults To restore DB8009-MPX to its Factory Defaults press the [All except IP] button. A new window will appear - confirm that you want to restore the factory defaults and wait for the process to be completed.

  • Page 53: System Log

    65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com System Log By pressing the [View] button, all recorded in the system log information will be depicted on the screen. Pressing the [Clear] button will delete all recorded system log information. [Reload] will reload the data.

  • Page 54: Upnp Discovery In Local Networks

    Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com UPnP discovery in Local Networks DB8009-MPX implements UPnP which lets you easily find it in your local network. For this purpose your system should have UPnP enabled (see “UPnP Activation” on page 55).

  • Page 55: Upnp Activation

    65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com UPnP Activation NOTE: The following explanations apply to Windows XP SP2 or SP3! If you use another operating system, please contact your system administrator. Open “My Network Places”.

  • Page 56: Download/Upload Files Via Ftp

    65 Aleksandar Stamboliyski Str., 8000 Bourgas, Bulgaria Tel: +359 56 820027, Fax: +359 56 836700 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com APPENDIX A DOWNLOAD/UPLOAD FILES VIA FTP In order for a connection to be established the following setting should be applied: 1. FTP Server Settings The built-in FTP Server has four important parameters that should be configured: Command Port, Data Port, User name and Password.
  • Page 57 E-mail: office@devabroadcast.com ,Web: www.devabroadcast.com 3. Example of FTP Client (FileZilla) Settings In some cases, FileZilla’s “Quick connect” feature is not able to connect with the DEVA unit. That is why we recommend the device to be assigned in the program manually.

  • Page 58: Warranty Terms And Conditions

    A. Equipment will not be accepted for Warranty or other repair without a Return Authorization (RA) number issued by DEVA Broadcast Ltd. prior to its return. An RA number may be obtained by calling the factory. The number should be prominently marked on the outside of the shipping carton.

  • Page 59: Product Registration Card

    Your signature* *Signing this warranty registration form you are stating that all the information provided to DEVA Broadcast Ltd. are truth and correct. DEVA Broadcast Ltd. declines any responsibility for the provided information that could result in an immediate loss of warranty for the above specified product(s).

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