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  • Page 1 USER GUIDE ™...
  • Page 2 The contents of this manual are furnished for informational purposes only, are subject to change without notice, and should not be construed as a commitment by Meyer Sound Laboratories Inc. Meyer Sound assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS INTRODUCTION How to Use this Guide Introducing the RMS™ Remote Monitoring System User Interface Network Hardware How this Guide Is Organized CHAPTER 1: Planning and Designing for RMS System Requirements Hardware Components The RMS User Panel Network Connectors Service LED (Red) Wink LED Activity LED Service Button...
  • Page 4 CHAPTER 3: Installing Software and Network Adapters Backing Up and Importing the RMS Database Backing Up your RMS Database and Panel Files Removing and Importing a Network Database Removing a Network Database Importing a Network Database Installation and Setup Launching RMS Setup Validating the Network Interface Card (Not necessary for i.LON only users) Running RMS for the First Time Connecting and Configuring the i.LON 10 Ethernet Adapter...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    In addition, Mute and Solo control functions are available and can be enabled/disabled in software or hardware. The RMS remote monitoring system was developed by Meyer Sound to monitor the electronic operating param- eters of Meyer Sound self-powered loudspeakers during NETWORK HARDWARE operation.

  • Page 6: How This Guide Is Organized

    INTRODUCTION HOW THIS GUIDE IS ORGANIZED The RMS 4.5 User Guide is divided into four chapters plus an appendix that contains useful keyboard shortcuts for the RMS application. An RMS configuration data sheet, for logging information about the loudspeakers on your RMS network, is also included at the end of the guide.

  • Page 7: Chapter 1: Planning And Designing For Rms

    You must have an interface on the loudspeaker before ■ For a large network: 20 MB/s sustained transfer rate you connect to it through a network. All Meyer Sound with less than 8 ms average seek time self-powered loudspeakers (with the exception of the HD-1/2, UPL-1/2 and HM-1S) can be equipped with an ■...

  • Page 8: Wink Led

    If you need the flexibility of a laptop for touring or portable failure. In this case, the RMS communications module applications, you will need a PCC-10 network card. Make may be damaged and you should contact Meyer Sound sure that your laptop has a Type II PC card (formerly Technical Support.

  • Page 9: Network Terminator

    CHAPTER 1 TWISTED PAIR VS. ETHERNET NOTE: A repeater is a network device that RMS is available in both twisted-pair and Ethernet connects multiple segments of a network versions. When deciding which technology to use for your cable. It re-times, strengthens, and regenerates the RMS system, consider the following: incoming signal then sends the signal back to the network.

  • Page 10: Twisted Pair

    CHAPTER 1 Twisted pair CAUTION: Consider using a repeater in Figures 1.2 and 1.3 show typical network configurations for the network if you are within 1,640 feet simple twisted-pair and twisted-pair repeater configurations. of exceeding the cable length or if you are using VEAM™...

  • Page 11: Ethernet

    CHAPTER 1 Ethernet NOTE: An Ethernet-based RMS system is Figures 1.4 through 1.6 on the following pages show more complex from a design standpoint various network configurations for a simple Ethernet-based and must conform to Ethernet network design network configuration. specifications (beyond the scope of this guide).
  • Page 12 Twisted Pair Network Cable Figure 1.6. Ethernet-based network configuration using existing Intranet infrastructure The advantages of an Ethernet-based network are: CAUTION: Meyer Sound recommends ■ A larger number of loudspeakers may exist on a single that an Ethernet-based RMS network be network deployed as a closed, separate network to reduce network problems from outside network traffic.

  • Page 13: Understanding The I.lon 10

    CHAPTER 1 Understanding the i.LON 10 A Hub or a Switch is needed for an RMS Ethernet network that contains more than one i.LON 10 or if you are sharing As discussed earlier in this chapter, the i.LON 10 Ethernet an existing Ethernet network connection.

  • Page 14: Network Specifications

    CHAPTER 1 NETWORK SPECIFICATIONS Connector Type Maximum Loudspeaker Nodes ■ Twisted-pair system with a maximum of 62 nodes ■ 2-wire plug with recommended snap-on lock (maximum of 50 recommended); up to 115 nodes with Network Platform a network repeater ■ Differential Manchester Encoding; Polarity Insensitive, ■...

  • Page 15: Rms Network Design Examples

    CHAPTER 1 RMS NETWORK DESIGN EXAMPLES Small- to Mid-Sized Venue This section focuses on examples of several RMS system If you’re planning for a small- to mid-sized venue, a designs that can serve as building block diagrams for an twisted-pair network is typical. Proper planning of the RMS network.
  • Page 16 CHAPTER 1 Touring or Portable Applications RMS data can be connected to FOH through any "dry pair" on an analog multi-pair snake system, and it’s helpful Touring or portable applications may require a flexible to use a proprietary connector, such as a 4-pin XLR twisted-pair network.
  • Page 17 CHAPTER 1 Large Venue Applications When planning an Ethernet network you still have to convert to twisted pair from the i.LON 10 to your loudspeaker For larger venues such as theatres, stadiums, arenas, locations. Doing so allows you to form a hybrid network hotels, and theme parks, an Ethernet-based network, using between twisted-pair and Ethernet type cabling (10BASE-T).
  • Page 18 CHAPTER 1 Design Tips for RMS networks Different designs have their own strengths and weaknesses. The following tips will help you make the most out of your RMS network design: ■ Avoid making “dedicated single runs” for each loudspeaker in a system design. Make only a single twisted-pair run to loudspeaker locations or arrays when possible.

  • Page 19: Chapter 2: Installing Transition Hardware

    3. With the amplifier sitting on a firm surface, remove the This section will walk you through the installation process eight small head screws from its user panel. for Meyer Sound MP-2, MP-4, HP-2, and HP-4 amplifier modules. NOTE: If muting is not currently enabled, you can enable it while replacing the RMS communications module.
  • Page 20 CHAPTER 2 4. While slowly removing the amplifier's user panel, 5. Remove the blank plate from the user panel by disconnect the signal cable from the input board on removing the two nuts on the back of the user panel. the user panel by disengaging the gray connector and disconnect the AC input connector (4-wire green connector) from the AC mains board.
  • Page 21 CHAPTER 2 8. Remove the plastic connector (next to the fan power 10. Position the RMS communications module within connector) on the power supply board. the bottom of the power supply chassis so that the standoffs on the module align with the four screw holes in the bottom of the chassis and the LEDs are facing out.
  • Page 22 1 inch to the right of the center of the module. The resistance must measure less than 10 ohms. If it measures 47 ohms, remove the RMS communications module (it is insufficiently grounded), return to step 6 and repeat, or contact Meyer Sound Technical Support for assistance.

  • Page 23: Installing Or Upgrading An Rms Network Communication Module (Ultraseries)

    Sound’s network. In the rare case that the Service LED blinks, this does not mean that there is NOTE: Meyer Sound’s UPM, M1D and any problem with the card and/or electronics. It UPJ model loudspeakers follow the same indicates that the RMS module was reset and procedure for installation or replacement as the needs to be commissioned.

  • Page 24: Copper Strip

    Be very careful to avoid touching communications module to the chassis. If you need to any of the components. Always handle replace the strip, please contact Meyer Sound. modules by their edges. 5. After installing the RMS communications module, power-up the loudspeaker. The Activity LED will blink to indicate that the new RMS hardware is operational and ready to be commissioned on your network.

  • Page 25: Mute-Enable Jumper Installation

    MEYER SOUND LABORATORIES, INC. T: 510.486.1166 F: 510.486.8356 techsupport@meyersound.com 2832 SAN PABLO AVENUE Copyright © 2000 Meyer Sound Laboratories, Inc. www.meyersound.com BERKELEY, CALIFORNIA 94702 All Rights Reserved Figure 2.5. Location of the Mute jumper pins, shorted with the blue jumper cap 4.

  • Page 26: Installation And Operation Of The Ftr-120 Network Repeater

    CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF THE FTR- Network Terminations 120 NETWORK REPEATER The FTR-120 is capable of providing the standard network The FTR-120 (Figure 2.6) is a four-channel network termination if desired. As shipped, each channel on repeater. A message generated on any network segment the FTR-120 has 5-ohm network termination resistors to which the FTR-120 is connected is rebroadcast on the connected.

  • Page 27: Wiring

    CHAPTER 2 Universal Power Supply Wiring The universal power supply included in the repeater kit The FTR-120 is wired using five position terminal blocks. allows for FTR-120 operation around the world. The The wiring pin-out for the FTR-120 module is shown in supply accepts any input voltage from 100 to 240 V AC, Table 2.2.
  • Page 28 CHAPTER 2...

  • Page 29: Chapter 3: Installing Software And Network Adapters

    files, you may lose all of your data and will have to re- TIP: The RMSNET folder refers to the commission your Meyer Sound product inventory. network database that is associated with the network card (PCLTA 20 or PCC-10) in your...

  • Page 30: Removing And Importing A Network Database

    CHAPTER 3 Removing and Importing a Network Database 5. The database is no longer recognized in the RMS Network Manager, however it still exists in date- You can remove an existing RMS database as well as stamped form in the C:\meyer\rms folder on your import saved databases or databases you want to copy hard drive.

  • Page 31: Importing A Network Database

    CHAPTER 3 Importing a Network Database 7. You will be prompted with two warnings. Click OK and Yes, respectively, to dismiss both warning dialogs. If you have upgraded to a new version of RMS, if you have moved your database files to a new RMS host computer, you will need to import your RMS database.

  • Page 32: Installation And Setup

    RMS application when insert the Meyer Sound RMS installation disk into your CD- you first start Windows. By default, it is left checked, and ROM drive. After a few seconds, the Setup dialog appears.

  • Page 33: Validating The Network Interface Card (Not Necessary For I.lon Only Users)

    CHAPTER 3 The last dialog of the wizard will prompt you to shutdown 1. Inspect the NI Application drop-down box. If your your computer. Select No, I will restart my computer Network Interface Card is a PCI card, make sure later.
  • Page 34 Echelon Drivers folder on the Start menu, for more The Network Interface dialog appears. Click OK. information and troubleshooting tips. Alternately, contact Meyer Sound Technical Support for help. NOTE: The Network Interface dialog may take up to one minute to appear.

  • Page 35: Running Rms For The First Time

    Double-click the RMS Icon on your desktop in the folder where RMS is installed. – or select RMS from the shortcut in the Meyer Sound folder in the Start menu – to launch the RMS software. 3. If the program asks you if you’re sure you want to cre- ate a new database, click OK again.

  • Page 36: Connecting And Configuring The I.lon 10 Ethernet Adapter

    CHAPTER 3 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING THE I.LON 10 ETHERNET ADAPTER By following the steps outlined in this section, you can quickly and easily configure your i.LON Ethernet Adapter NOTE: See Chapter 1, “Planning and to communicate with your computer. Figure 3.6 shows the Designing for RMS,”...
  • Page 37 CHAPTER 3 NOTE: If you are using Windows 98, you may need to restart after making the changes in step 3. 4. Open your Web browser and enter in the following address to gain access to the i.LON 10: http://192.168.1.222/config 5.
  • Page 38 CHAPTER 3 NOTE: You must check both checkboxes to TIP: Putting an actual physical label on be allowed access to the i.LON 10 only after the i.LON 10 showing the IP address is you have completed its configuration. recommended in case access is needed to that i.LON 10 in the future.

  • Page 39: Configuring The Lonworks Interface

    CHAPTER 3 Configuring the LonWorks Interface 3. Click the Address/Port tab, then check the Use Static IP Address radio button. Enter the exact IP address The LonWorks Interfaces program on your computer keeps you used in the i.LON 10 that you configured in the last track of the i.LON 10 adapters you specify.

  • Page 40: Initializing The I.lon 10 Into The Rms Database

    CHAPTER 3 Initializing the i.LON 10 into the RMS Database 5. Click Yes to dismiss the warning dialog. The Network Server and Manager will shut down and reopen, 1. Launch RMS and open the Network Server and initializing the database and the i.LON 10. Manager, then open the Network Manager.

  • Page 41: Chapter 4: Using Rms Software

    CHAPTER 4 CHAPTER 4: USING RMS SOFTWARE This chapter will walk you through the capabilities and ■ To open a Panel, click Open from the Panel menu. functionality of the RMS application. Only one Panel may be open at a time. If you open a .PNL file (or create a new Panel) while working in another Panel, USING THE RMS APPLICATION RMS brings up a dialog asking you if you want to save...

  • Page 42: Deleting A Page

    ■ Press Tab to cycle through the Pages from left to right. The Add menu (Figure 4.2) contains all Meyer Sound self- ■ Press Shift-Tab to cycle through the Pages from right powered loudspeakers compatible with RMS.
  • Page 43 CHAPTER 4 To add and commission a loudspeaker, perform the fol- 4. Click OK. The Commission the Loudspeaker on the lowing steps: Network dialog appears. 1. From the Add menu, click the name of the loudspeak- er you want to add. The Add Loudspeaker dialog appears.

  • Page 44: Understanding Device Credits

    CHAPTER 4 Understanding Device Credits 7. RMS now displays an icon representing the loudspeak- er you added on the current Page. If the loudspeaker is During the commissioning process, a loudspeaker sends online, the Speaker Communications Indicators will be a unique Neuron ID which, in conjunction with the Device green.

  • Page 45: Commissioning Loudspeakers Using The Neuron Id Number

    Neuron ID Number Device Manager. Any loudspeaker nodes commis- sioned on that network will appear. RMS-equipped Meyer Sound loudspeakers manufactured in July 2003 and later display a label on the user panel with the unique Neuron ID number of the RMS module.

  • Page 46: Speeding Up The Process

    CHAPTER 4 Managing Devices To add a copy of a commissioned loudspeaker already in the current Panel, do the following: Previously commissioned loudspeakers from one Panel are 1. Make sure that you are on a different Page than the available to other Panels using the same network data- one from which you will be copying the loudspeaker.

  • Page 47: Deleting A Loudspeaker

    CHAPTER 4 Deleting a Loudspeaker Each view displays important monitoring information about a loudspeaker, allowing you to customize how you moni- To delete a loudspeaker, perform the following steps: tor your network. You can see any view by right-clicking any visible view and selecting the view from the Properties 1.
  • Page 48 CHAPTER 4 Table 4.1 Monitor Parameters in Icon View for the MILO Using Figure 4.8 as a guideline, Table 4.2 explains all of the Loudspeaker monitoring capabilities available in Meter View for the MILO Parameter Function loudspeaker. Title Bar Displays the Speaker Title and/or Device Name Table 4.2 Monitoring Parameters in Meter View for the MILO Loudspeaker Green: Loudspeaker online...

  • Page 49: Text View

    CHAPTER 4 Text View Table 4.3 Monitoring Parameters in Text View for the MILO Loudspeaker Text View (Figure 4.9) is the most complete monitoring view Parameter Function in RMS, with a host of important data displayed using text Title Bar Displays the Speaker Title and/or Device Name fields.

  • Page 50: Working With Views

    CHAPTER 4 The Properties Menu Working with Views You can show or hide views for any loudspeaker in a num- In addition to showing and hiding Loudspeaker Views, the ber of different ways by doing any of the following: Properties menu (Figure 4.10) performs the following func- tions: ■...

  • Page 51: Control Functions

    CHAPTER 4 Control Functions Wink The Wink function allows you to identify the physical loud- You can use RMS to control Mute, Solo and Wink func- speaker corresponding to a Loudspeaker View. To wink a tions. Mute and Solo are essential to RMS troubleshooting loudspeaker, perform the following steps: techniques, while Wink identifies the physical loudspeaker to the Loudspeaker View in a Panel.
  • Page 52 CHAPTER 4 You can freely add loudspeakers anywhere in the matrix 5. Select one or more loudspeakers and click Add. and name each column according to your system configu- If you selected one loudspeaker, it appears in the selected ration. To set up the Solo/Mute Matrix, do the following: cell.
  • Page 53 CHAPTER 4 RMS saves your matrix configuration automatically to a Operations in the Solo/Mute Matrix Controller affect file, and the last saved setup will reload when you call up selected loudspeakers only (with the exception of global the Solo/Mute Matrix dialog. You can also work with your operations like Mute All).

  • Page 54: The Options Menu

    Menu Bar to open the Background dialog, as shown in Figure 4.13. Figure 4.14. The UX Attenuation Range dialog TIP: All Meyer Sound loudspeakers that use a UX or UPM amplifier can use the UX Attenuation Range dialog. These include: ■ UPA-1P ■...

  • Page 55: Appendix A: Rms Application Command Key Reference

    APPENDIX A APPENDIX A: RMS APPLICATION COMMAND KEY REFERENCE Command Ctrl+N New Panel Ctrl+O Open Panel Ctrl+S Save Panel Ctrl+A Add Page Ctrl+D Delete Page Ctrl+R Rename Page Ctrl+M Muting Options Ctrl+B Background Ctrl+C Network Setup Ctrl+T Title Mute All Unmute All Solo/Mute Matrix Controller Scrolls through Pages left to right...
  • Page 56 APPENDIX A...

  • Page 57: Appendix B: Advanced I.lon 10 Configuration

    APPENDIX B APPENDIX B: ADVANCED ILON 10 CONFIGURATION CONFIGURING I.LON IP INFORMATION CONFIGURING LNS SERVER IP INFORMATION Hostname The TCP/IP host name of the i.LON 10 Ethernet Once your i.LON 10 Ethernet Adapter is established as Adapter. part of a TCP/IP network, you can configure it to be able to communicate uplink with one or more LNS Servers.
  • Page 58 APPENDIX B Save and Exit Click to close this page, write the Security Access Reset configuration changes to FLASH memory, and reset the The following features of the i.LON 10 Ethernet Adapter are i.LON 10 Ethernet Adapter. Configuration changes will take available only after performing a security access reset: effect upon reboot.
  • Page 59 APPENDIX B This page contains the following options: Allow HTTP Access Set this option to allow users to access the i.LON 10 Web pages with the exception of the Firmware Page and the Security Page (both of which can only be accessed after a security access reset). If set, enter a Username and Password that will grant access.
  • Page 60 APPENDIX B...

  • Page 61: Rms Configuration Data Sheet

    RMS CONFIGURATION DATA SHEET Customer Name Venue Date Loudspeaker Model Serial Number Neuron ID Device Name Notes...
  • Page 64 © 2004 Meyer Sound Laboratories Inc. 05.033.302.02 A...

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