Summary of Contents for SymNet ExpressCobra Series
- Page 1 SymNet Express Cobra Family Quick Start Guide Express Cobra 12x4, 8x8, 4x12 and 4x4 Express Cobra 12x4, 8x8, 4x12 and 4x4...
- Page 2 Safety Quick Start Guide 6408 216th Street SW Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043 USA +1.425.778.7728 +1.425.778.7727 | www.SymetrixAudio.com...
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Page 3: Getting Help
Safety SymNet Express Cobra Family Keep up-to-date with the latest version of SymNet Designer , the Windows application that ™ ® controls all SymNet hardware, go to: http://www.SymetrixAudio.com What Ships in the Box Important Safety CAUTION Instructions • An Express hardware device. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK • SymNet Designer CD-ROM (Windows). - Page 4 Warning Quick Start Guide The RJ-45 connectors labeled “ARC” are only for use with the ARC series of remotes. DO NOT plug the ARC connectors on Symetrix products into any RJ-45 co nnector labeled “SYMLINK” , “ETHERNET” or “COBRANET” The “ARC” RJ-45 connectors on Symetrix products can carry anywhere from 6 to 24 VDC which can damage SymLink, Ethernet and CobraNet circuitry.
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Page 5: Introduction Overview
SymNet’s main advantage can be summed up in one word: integrators and end-users rely on the robust stability of the “Options”. Options for DSP processing, options for audio SymNet platform. -
Page 6: Mechanical Data
Mech Data • Front/Rear Panel Quick Start Guide Mechanical Data Item Specifications Remarks SPACE REQUIRED 1U (WDH: 48.3 cm x 27.4 cm x 4.37 cm / 19 Allow at least 1 inch additional clearance for rear panel connections. Additional depth in x 10.8 in x 1.72 in). Depth does not include may be required depending upon your specific wiring and connections. connector allowance. ELECTRICAL 100 to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 60 watts maximum. No line voltage switching required. - Page 7 Site File. With an Express Cobra’s Ethernet and CobraNet ports, software release. For the time being, the CobraNet port is for CobraNet these devices can be made part of a larger SymNet system which may Network Audio only and the Ethernet port is for host control only.
- Page 8 3 Amp, 24 VDC, resistive; 0.3 Amp, 60 VDC, resistive. Do network. Any properly set up PC on the network can then not use at 120 VAC. (Please see the SymNet Designer online control the system. help for information on how to address the Relay Output in a SymNet DSP design.)
- Page 9 O/C inactive) or drive external relays. (Please see Express. (Please see the SymNet Designer online help for the SymNet Designer online help for information on how to information on how to assign an analog control input to a address an Open Collector output in a SymNet DSP design.)
- Page 10 (2) ARCs total within the guidelines set forth in the ARC length(to end of chain) 1 daisy-chain Network Design section. (Please see the SymNet Designer 699 ft. online help for information on how to program the ARC.) WARNING: The RJ-45 connectors labeled “ARC”...
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Page 11: Frequency Response
This provides a means of easily running a RS-485 Termination single audio channel to or from a remote source or destination. The ARC-MIC and ARC-XLR make use of ARC Audio to Both the ARC and the Express feature an RS-485 transport audio signals back to a SymNet rack mount unit. termination jumper. Jumper J28 inside the Express by the RS-485 jack enables and disables termination. Jumping Note 1: The original Menu ARC remote (simply named the pins = terminated, open = unterminated. For maximum “ARC”) does not support ARC Audio lines and will ground... - Page 12 SymNet devices via CobraLink: Router, etc. Transmit Express Cobra can share audio and control data with a Receive traditional SymNet ring if that ring contains a CobraLink Express BreakIn12 device. CobraLink has only one RJ-45 connector which Cobra Legend: Transmit carries both CobraNet and data traffic.
- Page 13 ESC key or right mouse button. Right click on an existing wire and Use one of the following procedures to install the SymNet choose “Start Wire” to make a tee connection. Designer on your computer.
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Page 14: Wiring Reference
Wiring Reference Quick Start Guide Balanced Connections Any of these connectors can appear on either side of NOTE: In the case of an XLR connector, the Female attaches a balanced connection. to an output, while the Male attaches to an input. Euroblock [balanced] Terminal Strip [balanced] TRS 1/4" Plug [balanced] Tip = (+) Plus NOTE: Detachable Euroblock Ring = (–) Minus and Terminal Strip connectors Sleeve = Ground are designed for use with bare... - Page 15 Wiring Reference SymNet Express Cobra Family Unbalanced Connections: In this example, the unbalanced connector is sending signal to a balanced connector. When wiring this connection, Unbalanced out to balanced in use a shielded twisted pair cable. The balanced side wires The RCA connector and the 1/4”...
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Page 16: Declaration Of Conformity
Quick Start Guide Declaration of Conformity We, Symetrix, Incorporated, 6408 216th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace, WA, 98043, USA, declare under our sole responsibility that the products: SymNet™ Express Cobra Family ...to which this declaration relates, are in conformity with the following standards: EN 55103-1 Product family standard for audio, video, audio-visual and entertainment lighting control apparatus for professional use. -
Page 17: Troubleshooting
Dancing Lights. Launch SymNet Designer. If any of your SymNet units power on and seem to suffer from Dancing Connect your hardware devices as they would be for normal Lights Syndrome, never fear. This simply means that there is no active operation. -
Page 18: Warranty And Service
Warranty and Service Quick Start Guide The Symetrix Limited Warranty Servicing Your Symetrix Product Symetrix, Inc. expressly warrants that the product will be free from If you have determined that your Symetrix product requires repair defects in material and workmanship for eighteen (18) months from services and you live outside of the United States please contact your the date the product is shipped from the factory. - Page 19 SymNet Express Cobra Family...
- Page 20 Symetrix, Inc. If, however, your only means of access is electronic, permission to print one copy is hereby granted. The following are either Trademarks or Registered Trademarks of Symetrix, Inc.: Symetrix, SymNet, SymNet Designer, SymLink and CobraLink. Windows is a Registered Trademark of Microsoft, Inc.. Other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of other companies and are...
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