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Toa A-9120DH Operating Instructions Manual

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9000 SERIES AMPLIFIERS
This manual is intended for those who use the 9000 Series Amplifier in the Matrix mode.
For use in the Mixer mode, please read the separate instruction manual for the Mixer mode.
Thank you for purchasing TOA's 9000 series Amplifier.
Please carefully follow the instructions in this manual to ensure long, trouble-free use of your equipment.
MATRIX MODE

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

M-9000
A-9060DH
A-9120DH
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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    For use in the Mixer mode, please read the separate instruction manual for the Mixer mode. Thank you for purchasing TOA's 9000 series Amplifier. Please carefully follow the instructions in this manual to ensure long, trouble-free use of your equipment. MATRIX MODE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS M-9000 A-9060DH A-9120DH version...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    5.2. Glossary ... 10 6. INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS 7. HANDLING PRECAUTIONS 8. NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS 8.1. M-9000, A-9060DH, A-9120DH [Front] ... 12 [VFD on-screen indications] [Changing the indicated channels on the LEVEL output meter] [Changing the input and output meter display status] [Rear] ...
  • Page 3 11. SYSTEM DESIGN-TO-OPERATION FLOW 12. SETTING 12.1. Setting Menu Flow ... 26 12.2. Setting Keys and Knobs 12.3. Basic Setting Operation 12.3.1. Entering the setting mode 12.3.2. Setting screen operation examples 12.3.3. Returning from setting mode to normal operation mode 12.4.
  • Page 4 20. BLOCK DIAGRAM ... 85 21. SIGNAL FLOW DIAGRAM 22. LEVEL DIAGRAM ... 87 23. SPECIFICATIONS 23.1. M-9000 ... 88 23.2. A-9060DH, A-9120DH 23.3. Optional Modules 23.3.1. D-001T ... 91 23.3.2. T-001T ... 92 23.3.3. C-001T ... 93 23.3.4. ZP-001T ...

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Read these instructions. • Keep these instructions. • Heed all warnings. • Follow all instructions. • Do not use this apparatus near water. • Clean only with dry cloth. • Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. •...

  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Before installation or use, be sure to carefully read all the instructions in this section for correct and safe operation. • Be sure to follow all the precautionary instructions in this section, which contain important warnings and/or cautions regarding safety.
  • Page 7 CAUTION When Installing the Unit • Never plug in nor remove the power supply plug with wet hands, as doing so may cause electric shock. • When unplugging the power supply cord, be sure to grasp the power supply plug; never pull on the cord itself.

  • Page 8: General Description

    Further, settings data can be stored inside the mixer and called up using the keys on the front panel. The 9000 Series A-9060DH and A-9120DH Amplifiers feature the M-9000's matrix mixer function and come with two 60 W and two 120 W power amplifiers, respectively. Both amplifiers can individually perform multi- channel broadcasts.

  • Page 9: Description Of Matrix Mode

    5. DESCRIPTION OF MATRIX MODE Two operation modes are made available to the unit: Matrix mode and Mixer mode. Be sure to select the matrix mode by the Mode switch on the rear panel before using the unit. (The mode switch is factory-preset to the matrix mode.) Important Be sure to disconnect the power supply plug from the AC outlet when changing the mode.

  • Page 10: Glossary

    5.2. Glossary • Ducker function The Ducker function automatically attenuates input signals with lower priority when two or more audio signals are simultaneously received. This function cannot be used if any of such received inputs is not set for the Ducker function. •...

  • Page 11: Installation Precautions

    6. INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS • Keep the A-9060DH and A-9120DH amplifiers over 10 cm away from objects that may obstruct air flow to prevent the unit's internal temperature rise. Over 10 cm 7. HANDLING PRECAUTIONS • The supplied power supply cord is designed for exclusive use with this unit. Never use it with other equipment.

  • Page 12: Normal Operation Mode

    8. NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS 8.1. M-9000, A-9060DH, A-9120DH [Front] INPUT SELECT TOA 9000 SERIES PRE-AMPLIFIER M-9000 1. Power switch and Power indicator Press this switch to turn on the power. The power indicator lights. To turn off the power, hold down the switch for at least 0.5 second.

  • Page 13: [Vfd On-Screen Indications]

    [VFD on-screen indications] FAULT FADER –10 –20 –30 LEVEL –40 15. 14-Segment,18-digit alphanumeric display Displays the corresponding setting screen or data when each function key is pressed. Parameters being edited flash. 16. Keylock indicator Lights when the key lock function is enabled, and flashes while the key lock function is being edited.
  • Page 14 30. Output meter Indicates the signal level or output fader position of each output channel. Which the meter is indicating is displayed on the output meter status indicator (32). Notes • When the output channel 1 or 2 corresponding to the A-9060DH's or A-912DH's preamplifier output is turned off or muted, the output channel's meter becomes off.

  • Page 15: [Changing The Indicated Channels On The Level Output Meter]

    [Changing the indicated channels on the LEVEL output meter] The output meter indicates the signal levels of only a set of 4 channels: CH 1 – 4 (factory-preset) or CH 5 – 8. Pressing the Up shift key alternately switches the level indication between CH 1 – 4 and CH 5 – 8. The LEVEL indicator of the output meter status indicator flashes while the CH 5 –...

  • Page 16: [Rear]

    Input and output terminals (IN and OUT) are used to change the unit's internal status or output This figure represents the A-9120DH. internal status data to external equipment after having received various control signals. 39. Blank panel (accessory) Attach the blank panels to open slots.

  • Page 17: Optional Modules

    8.2. Optional Modules 8.2.1. D-001T (2-channel input module) The D-001T module is designed for use with the 9000 Series amplifiers. Up to 4 modules (8 channels in total) can be inserted into the amplifier. The module can handle signals ranging from microphone level (–60 dB) to line level (–10 dB) in 9 input sensitivity levels.

  • Page 18: Zone Paging

    8.2.3. ZP-001T (Zone paging module) The ZP-001T module is designed for use with the 9000 Series amplifiers and functions as an interface to connect the 9000 Series amplifiers to an analog PABX, allowing zone paging to be initiated from the PABX. There are two operation modes: Ring signal and Paging port modes.

  • Page 19: C-001T (Control I/O Expansion Module)

    8.2.4. C-001T (Control I/O expansion module) The C-001T module is designed for use with the 9000 Series amplifiers and can provide up to 8 channels each of input and output expansion. Since the main unit has 4 fixed inputs and outputs each, the control input and output can be expanded to up to 12 channels each when the C-001T module is used.

  • Page 20: Operation

    This section describes operations that can be performed in normal operation state when the key lock function is disabled and the unit is set to the matrix mode. 9.1.1. Keys and knobs [Front] INPUT SELECT TOA 9000 SERIES AMPLIFIER A-9120DH Input channel selection keys Input volume control Input channel ON/OFF key Output channel ON/OFF key Output channel selection key 9.1.2.

  • Page 21: Changing The Output Volume

    9.1.4. Changing the output volume Step 1. Press the Output channel selection key to turn on the Output channel selection indicator (red dot) for the output channel for which you want to change volume. Channels to be selected will change each time the Output channel selection key is pressed. The channel name and volume level are displayed on the VFD screen.

  • Page 22: Zone Paging

    9.2. Zone Paging This section describes the method of initiating zone paging from a PABX (extension telephone) using the ZP- 001T Zone Paging Module. Note that the operation method differs depending on the ZP-001T's operation mode setting: paging port mode or ring signal mode. In both operation modes, when any of the following situations arises, the ZP-001T will not receive calls from the PABX or the line will be cut off if the ZP-001T is being engaged in paging call.

  • Page 23: Releasing Key Lock

    9.3. Releasing Key Lock The key lock function prevents the front-mounted keys or knobs from being tampered. (Refer to Lock Function setting.") You can temporarily operate the locked keys by entering a password to unlock them. Operation after password entry differs depending on the locked keys. Step 1.

  • Page 24: Event Activation Or Paging While Power Is Off

    10. EVENT ACTIVATION OR PAGING WHILE POWER IS OFF The 9000 Series amplifiers are designed to initiate paging by way of the ZP-001T module or activate the Event even while the power is OFF*. * The state that the front panel-mounted power switch is set to OFF position, and the power is still supplied to the unit from the AC inlet.

  • Page 25: System Design-To-Operation Flow

    11. SYSTEM DESIGN-TO-OPERATION FLOW 1. Design the system. 1.1. Determine the input and output equipment. 1.2. Set the input-to-output routing and priority. 2. Prepare equipment. 2.1. Mount modules. (Refer to 2.2. Check to confirm that the Mode switch is set to the matrix mode. (Refer to 2.3.

  • Page 26: Setting

    12. SETTING Ensure that the Mode switch on the unit's rear panel is set to the MATRIX position before performing the setting. The setting items include those which must be set before operation (audio input/output, Event, and utility settings), those which are adjusted while actually monitoring the sound (adjustment mode settings), and those which restrict operations of front panel keys and knobs (key lock settings).

  • Page 27: Setting Keys And Knobs

    12.2. Setting Keys and Knobs Output channel ON/OFF key Input channel ON/OFF key [Front] INPUT SELECT TOA 9000 SERIES AMPLIFIER A-9120DH Input channel selection keys Input volume control Output channel selection key Output volume control INPUT VOLUME OUTPUT VOLUME ON/OFF...

  • Page 28: Basic Setting Operation

    12.3. Basic Setting Operation 12.3.1. Entering the setting mode Holding down the Utility menu key for 2 seconds or more displays the setting menu screen. Note You cannot enter the setting mode as long as any indication is displayed in the upper line of the VFD screen. To enter, delete the indication by pressing the Memory key, then hold down the Utility key for 2 seconds or more.

  • Page 29: Returning From Setting Mode To Normal Operation Mode

    [Setting content selection] Use the Parameter setting knob in most cases. In some cases, however, use the input and output channel selection keys, or the input and output channel ON/OFF keys. I N P U T 1 P R I O R I T Y For example, to select an input channel, use the input channel selection key as shown below.

  • Page 30: Audio Input Parameter Setting

    12.4. Audio Input Parameter Setting 12.4.1. Setting flow chart The screen display examples shown below may differ from actual displays. The on-screen indications shown in red here (actually shown by flashing cursors) are parameters or setting contents to be selected with the Parameter setting knob, input channel selection key or other designated keys. The indications of the [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] arrows represent that the screen is switched with the Screen shift key.

  • Page 31: Audio Input Setting Items

    12.4.2. Audio input setting items Use the Parameter setting knob for each parameter selection. Input channel name setting I N 1 – _ _ _ _ _ _ _ The flashing portion is the cursor position for entering channel name characters. Select a character from the alphanumeric character list by rotating the Parameter setting knob, then move the cursor with the Right shift key.
  • Page 32 Output format setting (when the ZP-001T is used) O U T = O U T P U T S E L E C T Select the paging output. Setting Range OUTPUT SELECT (default) • OUTPUT SELECT: Sets the 9000 Series amplifiers' output or the T-001T's output as the paging output. •...

  • Page 33: Audio Output Name Setting

    12.5. Audio Output Name Setting 12.5.1. Setting flow chart The screen display examples shown below may differ from actual displays. The on-screen indications shown in red here (actually shown by flashing cursors) are parameters or setting contents to be selected with the Parameter setting knob, input channel selection key or other designated keys. The indications of the [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] arrows represent that the screen is switched with the Screen shift key.

  • Page 34: Event Setting

    12.6. Event Setting 12.6.1. Setting flow chart The screen display examples shown below may differ from actual displays. The on-screen indications shown in red here (actually shown by flashing cursors) are parameters or setting contents to be selected with the Parameter setting knob, input channel selection key or other designated keys. The indications of the [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] arrows represent that the screen is switched with the Screen shift key.

  • Page 35: Event Setting Items

    12.6.2. Event setting items Unless otherwise specified, use the Parameter setting knob for each parameter selection. Event number selection E V E N T N O N E Event number Setting Range 01 – 32 (default: 01) Event classification setting E V E N T 0 1 N O N E Event classification...
  • Page 36 Trigger setting (when Event classification is set to ROUTE) E V E N T 0 1 T R I G C - I N 0 1 Set how to activate the selected Event. Setting Range NONE (default), VOX, C-IN01 – 04 (C-IN01 – 12 when C-001T is used) •...
  • Page 37 BGM Event number selection (when Event classification is set to BASE) E V E N T 0 1 B A S E Event number Setting Range 01 – 32 (default: 01) Rotating the Parameter setting knob displays only the priority-8 inputs with the trigger function set to NONE (normally BGM broadcasts) out of the Event numbers with Event classification set to ROUTE.

  • Page 38: Utility Setting

    12.7. Utility Setting 12.7.1. Setting flow chart The screen display examples shown below may differ from actual displays. The on-screen indications shown in red here (actually shown by flashing cursors) are parameters or setting contents to be selected with the Parameter setting knob, input channel selection key or other designated keys. Unless otherwise specified, the indications of the [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ Unless otherwise specified, use the Parameter setting knob for each parameter selection.
  • Page 39 From the previous page Function selection Control output number selection (when the control output is selected) (p. 43) U T I L I L Y C - O U T C - O U T N O N E PARAMETER Interlock output control display (p.

  • Page 40: Utility Setting Items

    12.7.2. Utility setting items Unless otherwise specified, use the Parameter setting knob for each parameter selection. Function selection U T I L I T Y C - I N Setting Range C-IN (control input, default), C-OUT (control output), POWEROFF, RS232C, MODULE, PRIORITY, REMOTE (remote volume), EVENT (Event activation at power-on), VERSION, MEMORY (memory initialization) •...
  • Page 41 (When the control input function is set to VOLUP:) C - I N 0 1 – V O L U P Assign the volume-up or volume-down function to the control input. Closing the control input terminal increases or decreases the volume of the set input or output channel. Channel number selection (VOLUP) C - I N 0 1 –...
  • Page 42 Interlock output terminal setting (MUTE) C - I N 0 1 – C O U T 0 1 This screen is displayed only when the interlock output control setting is set to ON. Set the control output terminal which is closed in synchronization with the control input of the set number. Setting the control output terminal that has been already set as interlock output terminal in the Event setting cancels the former Event-interlocked output.
  • Page 43 [When the function is set to C-OUT:] Control output number selection C - O U T N O N E Setting Range 01 – 04, 01 – 12 when C-001T is used (default: 01) When the Down shift key is pressed with the control output function set to NONE and the cursor at the control input number, the Event number assigned to that control output number can be confirmed.
  • Page 44 [When the function is set to RS232C:] Communication speed (bps) setting S E R I A L S P E E D = 5 7 6 Setting Range 9.6 k, 19.2 k, 38.4 k, 57.6 k (default), 115.2 k [When the function is set to MODULE:] Slot number selection and 900 series module classification setting S L O T O T H E R S...

  • Page 45: Firmware Version Indication

    [When the function is set to EVENT:] Setting the Event to be recalled when power is switched on P O W E R O N – E V E N T L A S T Setting Range LAST (default), 01 – 32 (only for Events set for ROUTE or BASE) Set the Event number to be activated when the unit's power is switched on.

  • Page 46: Adjustment Mode Setting

    12.8. Adjustment Mode Setting 12.8.1. Settings in adjustment mode In the adjustment mode, audio setting parameters can be set while monitoring the output sound. Input and output gain settings, input sound source equalization*, and sound equalization for individual output zones can be performed.
  • Page 47 Step 8. Return to the input gain setting screen and press the Right shift key. The output channel selection and gain setting screen is displayed. Note To stop the audio output temporarily, press the output channel ON/OFF key. Step 9. Adjust the gain with the Output volume control. In this event, pressing the Output channel selection key permits the output channel to be selected.

  • Page 48: Adjustment Mode Setting Flow Chart

    12.8.2. Adjustment mode setting flow chart The screen display examples shown below may differ from actual displays. The on-screen indications shown in red here (actually shown by flashing cursors) are parameters or setting contents to be selected with the Parameter setting knob, input channel selection key or other designated keys. ÇsThe indications of the [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] arrows represent that the screen is switched with the Screen shift key.

  • Page 49: Adjustment Mode Setting Items

    12.8.3. Adjustment mode setting items Unless otherwise specified, use the Parameter setting knob for each parameter selection. Event selection E V E N T – R O U T E KEYLOCK FAULT EMERGENCY Event No. Output channels set in Event setting Input channel set in Event setting Rotate the Parameter setting knob to obtain the Event No.
  • Page 50 EQ ON/OFF, Band number, Gain, Q, and Center frequency settings (input/output) + 1 2 3 1 5 Band number Center frequency Gain The indications on the right of "EQ" turn on and off as the Parameter setting knob is rotated. When the indication is displayed, EQ is ON and a band number, gain, Q, and center frequency are displayed in this order from left to right.
  • Page 51 • 4 (Speech leveler) Makes paging calls easier to hear by equalizing the difference in speech signal volume that may result from individual differences in speaker voice volumes or variations in speaker-to-microphone distances. Since the volume is extensively corrected, the feedback margin narrows, making it liable to occurrences of feedback.
  • Page 52 Speaker parameter presetting A L L F L A T Optimum equalization can be automatically set depending on the type of speaker to be used. If this function is not used or the speaker to be used is not included in a speaker list, set "SP EQ" to ALL FLAT.
  • Page 53 GAIN (dB) FREQ (Hz) EQ 01 EQ 02 Settable EQ bands EQ 03 in the EQ setting screen EQ 04 EQ 05 EQ 06 (HPF) – EQ 07 EQ 08 –6.5 EQ 09 +1.5 EQ 10 (LPF) – 15.8 k H-1 with a subwoofer GAIN (dB) FREQ (Hz) EQ 01...
  • Page 54 HB-1 GAIN (dB) FREQ (Hz) EQ 01 EQ 02 EQ 03 Settable EQ bands EQ 04 in the EQ setting screen EQ 05 EQ 06 EQ 07 EQ 08 EQ 09 (HPF) – EQ 10 (LPF) – SW FOR F-122* GAIN (dB) FREQ (Hz) EQ 01 EQ 02...
  • Page 55 FB-120* GAIN (dB) FREQ (Hz) EQ 01 EQ 02 EQ 03 Settable EQ bands EQ 04 in the EQ setting screen EQ 05 EQ 06 EQ 07 EQ 08 EQ 09 (HPF) – EQ 10 (LPF) – FB-120 Series 2.053...

  • Page 56: Key Lock Function Setting

    12.9. Key Lock Function Setting The key lock function prevents equipment malfunctions by disabling operation of each key. 12.9.1. Keys that can be locked INPUT SELECT TOA 9000 SERIES PRE-AMPLIFIER M-9000 ALL: Locks all keys simultaneously. INPUT: Locks the Input channel selection keys, Input volume control, and Input channel ON/OFF key. It is also possible to individually set whether or not to lock for each channel.

  • Page 57: Key Lock Function Setting Flow Chart

    12.9.2. Key lock function setting flow chart The screen display examples shown below may differ from actual displays. The on-screen indications shown in red here (actually shown by flashing cursors) are parameters or setting contents to be selected with the Parameter setting knob, input channel selection key or other designated keys. The indications of the [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] arrows represent that the screen is switched with the Screen shift key.

  • Page 58: Key Lock Function Setting Items

    12.9.3. Key lock function setting items Set the keys to be locked on the key lock function setting screen. The KEYLOCK indication lights after setting completion. Since a password is requested if the locked key is pressed, enter the password. Unless otherwise specified, use the Parameter setting knob for each parameter selection.
  • Page 59 Output channel selection key lock ON/OFF K E Y L O C K O U T P U T O F F Locks the Output channel selection key, Output channel ON/OFF key, and Output volume control for each Output channel. Select with the Parameter setting knob the Output channel to be locked, and set the key lock function to ON with the Output channel ON/OFF key.

  • Page 60: Password Setting

    12.9.4. Password setting When using a password, set the password before performing lock setting for each key. Step 1. Hold down the Utility menu key for 2 seconds or more in normal operation state. The setting screen is displayed. Step 2. Select KEYLOCK with the Parameter setting knob. Step 3.

  • Page 61: Key Lock Setting Operation

    12.9.5. Key lock setting operation Step 1. Hold down the Utility menu key for 2 seconds or more in normal operation state. The setting screen is displayed. Step 2. Select KEYLOCK with the Parameter setting knob. Step 3. Press the Right shift key. Lock status is displayed.

  • Page 62: Restoring Factory Default Setting

    13. RESTORING FACTORY DEFAULT SETTING Follow the procedures below to return all settings to default values while using the unit in the matrix mode. Details of the default values are shown on Step 1. Hold down the Utility menu key for 2 seconds or more when in normal operation mode.

  • Page 63: Default Setting Table

    13.1. Default Setting Table 13.1.1. Audio input settings Setting Item Priority Ducker Input Channel Name [Settings when the ZP-001T is used] Pre-paging Tone Output Format Operation Mode [Settings when the D-001T is used] Input Sensitivity Phantom Power VOX Function 13.1.2. Audio output settings Setting Item Output Channel Name 13.1.3.

  • Page 64: Utility Settings

    13.1.4. Utility settings Setting Item Function Selection [When the function selection is set to C-IN] Control Input Number Control Input Function Selection Channel Number Volume Up/Down Level Interlock Output Control Interlock Output Terminal [When the function selection is set to C-OUT] Control Output Number Control Output Function Selection [When the function selection is set to POWEROFF]...

  • Page 65: Adjustment Mode Settings

    13.1.5. Adjustment mode settings Input Channel Settings Setting Item Input Channel Selection Channel Control Channel Gain Ducker Attenuation Level [Settings when the D-001T is used] BASS/TREBLE Loudness Compensation EQ Band Number Gain Center Frequency Compressor VOX Sensitivity Output Channel Settings Output Channel Selection Channel Control Channel Gain...

  • Page 66: Module Installation

    14. MODULE INSTALLATION Important Be sure to detach the power cord when inserting or removing any module. 14.1. Module Combination The unit is designed to provide an up to 8-input/8-output configuration in combination with its optional modules. Inputs are configured by only using the modules. (No input terminals are located on the rear panel.) For outputs, 2 output channels are provided on the rear panel and can be expanded by adding modules.

  • Page 67: Module Installation Examples

    Step 3. Insert the ZP-001T module(s) into the slots in order without leaving slots open in between. Note Start the insertion from Slot No. 1 when no D-001T module is used. Step 4. Insert the 900 Series input modules. Notes •...

  • Page 68: Connections

    15. CONNECTIONS 15.1. Control I/O Terminal Connections 15.1.1. Remote volumes 1, 2 Volume of the input or output channels can be remotely adjusted. (The REMT VOL 1 terminal is factory-preset to output 1, and the REMT VOL 2 to output 2.) Connect a 10 kΩ...

  • Page 69: Operation By Control Input

    15.1.4. Operation by control input [Pulse trigger] Use this method to activate operations for which no definite end can be defined, such as Volume Up/Down, BGM and Base pattern activation, and BGM End. Minimum pulse width is 100 ms. High BASE BGM END Broadcast state...

  • Page 70: C-001T Module Connections

    15.2. C-001T Module Connections 15.2.1. Control input terminal 15.2.2. Control output terminal 15.3. RS-232C Connector Connection Use the straight cable when connecting a PC to the unit's RS-232C connector (9P, female). 9000 Series amplifier RS-232C connection (Female) (Open voltage: 3.3 V, Max. 1 mA) Contact closures Open collectors, etc.

  • Page 71: Removable Terminal Plug Connection

    15.4. Removable Terminal Plug Connection Be sure to use the supplied removable terminal plugs for connections to the removable terminal blocks. Cautions • Be sure to use shielded cables for audio signal lines. • Avoid soldering stranded or shielded cable, as contact resistance may increase when the cable is tightened and the solder is crushed, possibly resulting in an excessive rise in joint temperatures.

  • Page 72: Rack Mounting Bracket Attachment

    16. RACK MOUNTING BRACKET ATTACHMENT Use the supplied rack mounting bracket when mounting the unit in an equipment rack. Step 1. Remove four M4 x 8 screws on the sides. The removed screws are no longer used. Step 2. Attach the rack mounting bracket to the unit using the supplied four M4 x 16 rack mounting bracket mounting screws.

  • Page 73: How To Use The Supplied Software

    17. HOW TO USE THE SUPPLIED SOFTWARE 17.1. General Description The supplied CD-ROM contains the A-9000 series maintenance software, which executes the following utility programs. Updating firmware Updates the firmware. Parameter file Others* [System requirements] Ensure your PC operates on Windows XP and also meets the following requirements, or this software will not run properly.

  • Page 74: Installing The Software

    17.2. Installing the Software Step 1. Load the supplied CD-ROM into the PC's CD-ROM drive. Step 2. Double-click the "setup_a9k.exe" icon in the software folder. Step 3. Designate the folder into which the 9000 series maintenance software is extracted, and click the "OK" button.

  • Page 75: Setting The Communication Port And Speed

    17.4. Setting the Communication Port and Speed Set the PC's communication port and speed according to the procedure below. Step 1. Double-click the "MaintCtrl.exe" icon to run the 9000 series maintenance software. The screen at right is displayed. Step 2. Pull down the menu from the "Option" button and select "Communication Setting."...

  • Page 76: Updating The Firmware

    17.5. Updating the Firmware Our latest A-9000 firmware is made available on our product information download site (http://www.toa- products.com/international/). You can also obtain the latest version by downloading it. Step 1. Double-click the "MaintCtrl.exe" icon to run the 9000 series maintenance software.
  • Page 77 Step 5. Perform the following key operations at the unit to make the unit ready for data reception from the PC. 5-1. Turn the power switch off. 5-2. Press the Input channel 8 selection key, Escape/Back key, and Power switch at the same time. The unit is placed in standby mode for communications with the PC.

  • Page 78: Storing Or Recalling Parameters Set At The Unit

    17.6. Storing or Recalling Parameters Set at the Unit You can back up the parameters set at the unit to your PC, or transfer the parameters stored in your PC to the unit. Step 1. Double-click the "MaintCtrl.exe" icon to run the 9000 series maintenance software.
  • Page 79 Step 5. Select the file, then click the "Open" button. The set parameters are transferred from the unit to the PC or from the PC to the unit. Step 6. Click the "Exit" button to terminate the program after data transmission completion.

  • Page 80: Monitoring The Unit's Operation Status

    17.7. Monitoring the Unit's Operation Status The operation status of the unit can be monitored in real time. Step 1. Double-click the "MaintCtrl.exe" icon to run the 9000 series maintenance software. The screen at right is displayed. Step 2. Click the "Others" button. The window at right opens.
  • Page 81 Step 4. To stop monitoring, click the "Stop" button. Step 5. Click the "Exit" button to terminate the program. The screen returns to the initial menu screen in Step 1.

  • Page 82: Activating The Control Input

    17.8. Activating the Control Input You can simulate the unit's control input activation through PC operation. Step 1. Double-click the "MaintCtrl.exe" icon to run the 9000 series maintenance software. The screen at right is displayed. Step 2. Click the "Others" button. The window at right opens.

  • Page 83: Error Indications

    18. ERROR INDICATIONS Error indications MODULE SLOT#No. ERROR DC PROTECT (OUTPUT #No.) ERASE MIXER MEMO? ERASE MATRIX MEMO? INITIALIZE MEMORY? The Fault indicator lights. Possible cause and Remedy A module is inserted into a wrong slot. Check to confirm that each module is inserted into a correct slot, and correctly reinsert the module inserted into the wrong slot.

  • Page 84: Troubleshooting

    19. TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Noise generated. Module mounting screw not securely tightened. Excessive noise. Incorrect module input sensitivity setting. Sound distorted. Incorrect module input sensitivity setting. Phantom power not D-001T module mounting supplied. screw not securely tightened. Phantom power not Phantom power set to OFF supplied.

  • Page 85: Block Diagram

    20. BLOCK DIAGRAM INTERNAL ADC / MODULE I2S MIXOUT SLOT#1 MIXOUT SLOT#2 MIXOUT SLOT#3 MIXOUT SLOT#4 Remarks MIXOUT Each pair of Inputs 1 and 8, 2 and 7, 3 Dout 1 and 6, and 4 and 5 is the analog inputs SLOT#5 Dout 2 of ADC (Analog-Digital Converter).

  • Page 86: Signal Flow Diagram

    21. SIGNAL FLOW DIAGRAM...

  • Page 87: Level Diagram

    22. LEVEL DIAGRAM (dBV) MODULE SLOT ADC INPUT DSP INPUT ANALOG INPUT Clipping Level +10 dBV FADER MARGIN (3.16 V) 0 dBV 0 dBFS (1 V) 10 dB –10 dBV –10 (316 mV) –20 dBV –20 dBFS –20 Reference Level (100 mV) 10 dB –30...

  • Page 88: Specifications

    23. SPECIFICATIONS 23.1. M-9000 Power Source 120 V AC, 60 Hz Power Consumption 40 W Audio Input Max. 8 channels, modular construction (modules optional) Audio Output Preamplifier output 1, 2: 0 dB* Module Slot Analog input (slot 1 – 8): –10 dB* Digital input MIX output Digital output (slot 5 –...

  • Page 89: A-9060Dh, A-9120Dh

    23.2. A-9060DH, A-9120DH Model No. Power Source Power Consumption Audio Input Audio Output Preamplifier Output 1, 2 Speaker Output 1, 2 Module Slot Analog input (slot 1 – 8): –10 dB* Digital input (slot 1 – 4): 24 bit/48 kHz MIX output Digital output (slot 5 –...
  • Page 90 Notes • The design and specifications are subject to change without notice for improvement. • AMX is a trademark of AMX Corporation. • Crestron is a trademark of Crestron Electronics, Inc. • Accessories Power cord (2 m) ... 1 Rack mounting bracket ... 2 Rack mounting screw (M4 x 16) ...

  • Page 91: Optional Modules 23.3.1. D-001T

    23.3. Optional Modules 23.3.1. D-001T Power Source Current Consumption Input Input Sensitivity Frequency Response Total Harmonic Distortion + N Input Equivalent Noise S/N Ratio Cross Talk CMRR A/D Converter Sampling Frequency Tone Control Parametric Equalizer High-pass Filter Low-pass Filter Compressor Phantom Power Operating Temperature Finish...

  • Page 92: T-001T

    23.3.2. T-001T Power Source Current Consumption Output Frequency Response Total Harmonic Distortion + N S/N Ratio Residual Noise Cross Talk D/A Converter Sampling Frequency Tone Control Parametric Equalizer Speaker Equalizer High-pass Filter Low-pass Filter Compressor Delay Operating Temperature Finish Dimensions Weight * 0 dB = 1 V Note: The design and specifications are subject to change without notice for improvement.

  • Page 93: C-001T

    23.3.3. C-001T Power Source Current Consumption Control Input Control Output Operating Temperature Finish Dimensions Weight Note: The design and specifications are subject to change without notice for improvement. • Accessories Removable terminal plug (9 pins) ... 2 Module mounting screw ... 2 23.3.4.
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