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Networked PIP Series Reference Manual
Network Programmable Input Processors with HiQnet™, TCP/IQ™,
SmartAmp™Features, Load Supervision for Crown PIP2™-Compatible
Amplifiers, PIP-BLU™, and CobraNet™ Connectivity (USP4-CN only)
Obtaining Other Language Versions: To obtain information in another language
about the use of this product, please contact your local Crown Distributor. If you need
assistance locating your local distributor, please contact Crown at 574-294-8000.
This manual does not include all of the details of design, production, or variations of the
equipment. Nor does it cover every possible situation which may arise during installation,
operation or maintenance. If special assistance is needed beyond the scope of this manual,
or the software online help, please contact the Crown Technical Support Group.
The information provided in this manual was deemed accurate as of the publication date.
However, updates to this information may have occurred. To obtain the latest version of this
manual, please visit the Crown website at www.crownaudio.com.
Trademark Notice: Crown, Crown Audio, Amcron, Com-Tech, Macro-Tech, IQ and IQ
System are registered trademarks of Crown International. TCP/IQ, SmartAmp, IQ2, PIP,
PIP-BLU and PIP2 are trademarks of Crown International. HiQnet is a trademark of Harman
International Industries, Inc. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Some models may be exported under the name Amcron
©2012 by Harman International. 1718 W. Mishawaka Rd., Elkhart, Indiana 46517-9439
U.S.A. Telephone: 574-294-8000.
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PIP - LITE
PIP - USP4-CN
PIP - BLU
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- Page 1 Trademark Notice: Crown, Crown Audio, Amcron, Com-Tech, Macro-Tech, IQ and IQ System are registered trademarks of Crown International. TCP/IQ, SmartAmp, IQ2, PIP, PIP-BLU and PIP2 are trademarks of Crown International. HiQnet is a trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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Page 2: Fcc Compliance Notice
Networked PIP Series Crown Technical Support 1718 W. Mishawaka Rd., Elkhart, Indiana 46517-9439 U.S.A. Phone: 800-342-6939 (North America, Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands) or 574-294-8200 Fax: 574-294-8301 Internet: http://www.crownaudio.com WATCH FOR THESE SYMBOLS. The exclamation point triangle is used to alert the user to important operating or maintenance instructions. -
Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity
Networked PIP Series DECLARATION of CONFORMITY Harman International FOR COMPLIANCE QUESTIONS ONLY: Susan Whitfield 1718 W. Mishawaka Rd. sue.whitfield@harman.com Elkhart, IN 46517 U.S.A. European Representative’s Name and Address: David Budge 10 Harvest Close Yateley GU46 6YS United Kingdom Equipment Type: Control System Components... -
Page 4: Quick Install Procedure
This procedure is provided for those who would like to install the PIP card in the shortest time possible and are already familiar with Harman Pro System Architect and HiQnet. A more complete installation procedure is outlined in the installation section. -
Page 5: Controls, Indicators And Connectors
Networked PIP Series Controls, Indicators and Connectors PIP-Lite A. Balanced Audio Input Connectors 3-pin removable barrier-strip connectors, one per channel. B. Preset Indicator Signals the number of the current preset, if active, by flashing a series of flashes equal to the current preset number. The indicator will also flash twice a second when receiving an locate command. -
Page 6: Preset Indicator
Networked PIP Series PIP-USP4-CN A. Balanced Analog Audio Input Connector 3-pin removable barrier-strip connectors. B. Balanced Analog Audio Output Connector 3-pin removable barrier-strip connectors. C. AES Digital Audio 3-pin removable barrier-strip connectors. D. Network Connector RJ-45 connector for HiQnet control and CobraNet Digital Audio to a 100Mb Ethernet Network. - Page 7 Networked PIP Series PIP-BLU A. Balanced Audio Input & Output Connectors Input and Output Connectors should be separated, similar to USP4-CN. They are both 3-pin removable barrier strip connectors, one per channel. Audio input and output cable must be clamped with Crown Part Number: 5014526 (Fair-Rite MPN: 0431176451) ferrite core.
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Page 8: Installation
Networked PIP Series Installation Before beginning, please carefully note: CAUTION: STATIC ELECTRICITY MAY DAMAGE THE UNIT. Use caution when handling the unit. Carefully ground yourself BEFORE touching the unit. Avoided unnecessary touching the components or solder pads on the circuit board. It is best to handle the unit by its front panel only. - Page 9 Networked PIP Series Before using the PIP-BLU, Note: All ethernet cables used with the PIP-BLU should be of after it has been installed into shielded type. the amp, make sure to pass all the Ethernet cables through a Note: The ferrite cores needed ferrite core (one time).
- Page 10 Networked PIP Series Connect the PIP-USP4-CN module to the amplifier (Note: These PIP cards only works with CTs 2-Channel models). 1. Turn the PIP module upside down so the ribbon cable connectors located along the back edge on the underside of the module can be clearly seen. 2.
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Page 11: Wiring Instructions
CobraNet be a standalone or separate-network LAN. If network redundancy is required, please reference Crown’s Audio Redundancy document. HiQnet control is also available over the CobraNet network using Harman Pro System Architect software. PIP-BLU ONLY: BLU-Link is a digital audio bus that can only be used on a separate network. -
Page 12: Advanced Features And Options
Advanced Features and Options Using the AUX Connector The AUX connector offers a means to tap some of the fl exibility of the Harman Pro System Architect. It can be used to enable peripherals, send a signal to another system component, and send a line-level audio signal of the amplifier’s output. - Page 13 Networked PIP Series PIP-Lite AUX Output On the PIP-LIte, the AUX output provides a +15 VDC output, current limited to 10 mA, which can be switched ON or OFF under software control. Pins 1 and 6 support the Listen Bus or Foldback feature. In its basic mode, the AUX output can be used to control auxiliary equipment.
- Page 14 Networked PIP Series Warranty — UNITED STATES & CANADA SUMMARY OF WARRANTY Crown International, 1718 West Mishawaka Road, Elkhart, Indiana 46517-4095 U.S.A. warrants to you, the ORIGINAL PUR- CHASER and ANY SUB SEQUENT OWNER of each NEW Crown product, for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase by the original purchaser (the “warranty period”) that the new Crown product is free of defects in materials and workmanship.
- Page 15 Networked PIP Series Warranty — WORLDWIDE EXCEPT USA & CANADA SUMMARY OF WARRANTY Crown International, 1718 West Mishawaka Road, Elkhart, Indiana 46517-4095 U.S.A. warrants to you, the ORIGINAL PUR- CHASER and ANY SUB SEQUENT OWNER of each NEW Crown1 product, for a period of five (5) years from the date of pur chase by the original purchaser (the “warranty period”) that the new Crown product is free of defects in materials and workmanship, and we further warrant the new Crown product regardless of the reason for failure, except as excluded in this Warranty.
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