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Extron electronics NetPA Ultra Series User Manual

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NetPA Ultra Series
NetPA U 2002 SB
2-channel DSP and Dante-enabled
Audio Power Amplifier
68-3148-01 Rev. A
04 21

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  • Page 1 User Guide NetPA Ultra Series NetPA U 2002 SB 2-channel DSP and Dante-enabled Audio Power Amplifier 68-3148-01 Rev. A 04 21...
  • Page 3 Copyright © 2021 Extron. All rights reserved. www.extron.com Trademarks All trademarks mentioned in this guide are the properties of their respective owners. The following registered trademarks ( ® ), registered service marks ( ), and trademarks ( ) are the property of RGB Systems, Inc. or Extron (see the current list of trademarks on the Terms of Use page at www.extron.com):...
  • Page 4 FCC Class B Notice NOTE: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 5 Conventions Used in this Guide Notifications The following notifications are used in this guide: DANGER: • Will result in serious injury or death. • Entraînera des blessures graves ou la mort. WARNING: Potential risk of severe injury or death. AVERTISSEMENT : Risque potentiel de blessure grave ou de mort. CAUTION: Risk of minor personal injury.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Connect to a NetPA U 2002 SB Amplifier Introduction ..........1 in Live Mode ..........31 About This Guide ..........1 Exit Live Mode and Enter Emulate Mode..33 About the NetPA U 2002 SB ....... 1 DSP Configurator Inputs ........34 Features ..............
  • Page 8 Dante Controller Operation ........ 81 Output Path OIDs ........103 Dante Transmitters and Receivers ....81 Mix-point OIDs..........104 NetPA Ultra Series Transmitters and Troubleshooting ..........104 Receivers............81 Amplifier Fails to Exit Standby Mode Dante Routing Operation ....... 81 Promptly .............

  • Page 9: Introduction

    Introduction This section gives an overview of the Extron NetPA U 2002 SB 2-channel power amplifier. Topics in this section include: • About This Guide • About the NetPA U 2002 SB Features • About This Guide This guide describes the NetPA U 2002 SB: a 2-channel DSP-enabled power amplifier, and discusses how to install, configure, and operate it.
  • Page 10 ENERGY STAR qualified amplifier with defeatable auto-standby and fast wake • up — The NetPA U 2002 SB is an ENERGY STAR qualified amplifier and energy efficient product that conserves energy and reduces cost. It meets ENERGY STAR qualification requirements with an auto-standby feature which automatically places the amplifier into Standby Mode after 25 minutes of inactivity thereby dramatically reducing power consumption.
  • Page 11 Remote standby port — Enables the NetPA U 2002 SB to be remotely powered • down when not in use, reducing operating cost. High pass filter for high impedance models — The NetPA U 2002 SB features • a fixed high pass filter on the amplified outputs to prevent saturation of speaker transformers.

  • Page 12: Installation

    Installation This section describes the installation and setup of the NetPA U 2002 SB power amplifier. Topics include: Mounting the NetPA U 2002 SB Amplifier • • Rack Mounting Flexible Conduit Adapter Kit Installation • Mounting the NetPA U 2002 SB Amplifier The NetPA U 2002 SB amplifier can be mounted in a rack using the included rack ears, mounted on a rack shelf, set on a table or mounted in the plenum space above a ceiling-mounted projector.

  • Page 13: Rack Mounting

    NOTE: The following figures show the NetPA U 2002 SB being installed; however, all XPA Ultra and NetPA Ultra Series amplifiers are installed in the same way. Rack Ear Mounting The NetPA U 2002 SB amplifier ships with a set of rack ears, so that the half rack-width amplifiers can be installed in a full rack-width space.

  • Page 14: Rack Shelf Mounting

    Mounting screws (4) R/ PR R AM Figure 2. Installing NetPA U 2002 SB Bridge Plate Insert the amplifiers into the rack and align the holes in the rack ears with the holes in the rack. Secure the amplifiers to the rack using the four provided 10-32 3/4” screws (see figure 2, Rack Shelf Mounting The NetPA U 2002 SB can be mounted on a shelf using the optional RSU 129 1U Universal...

  • Page 15: Rack Mounting Ventilation Recommendations

    RSU 129 1U Universal Rack Shelf (2) 4-40 x 3/16" False faceplate Screws uses 2 screws. Use 2 mounting holes on opposite corners. Figure 3. Mounting the Amplifier onto a Rack Shelf Attach the false front panel, which is provided with the rack shelf, to the unoccupied side of the rack, or install a second half rack-width device to that side.

  • Page 16: Flexible Conduit Adapter Kit Installation

    The optional Flexible Conduit Adapter Kit includes the following parts: • One conduit adapter plate (pre-attached), for PS 124 and XPA 1002/2001 amplifiers • One conduit adapter plate for XPA Ultra Series and NetPA Ultra Series amplifiers (not attached) One 6-foot long electrical conduit •...

  • Page 17: Ul Requirements

    UL Requirements The Underwriters Laboratories (UL) requirements listed below pertain to the installation of the flexible conduit onto an NetPA Ultra series power amplifier or a PS 124 power supply. • This unit must not be used beyond its rated voltage range.
  • Page 18 NetPA Ultra Series Conduit Adapter Plate Figure 8. Secure NetPA Ultra Series Adapter Plate to Conduit Thread the blue, brown, and green 18-gauge power wires that are included with the flexible conduit adapter kit through the length of the electrical conduit.

  • Page 19: Installing The Sak Amp Sf 10C Mounting Kit For Netpa U Amplifiers

    Connect the blue hot (line) and the brown neutral wires to the terminal block on the PCB using the two screws removed back in step 3. Use the included zip tie wrap to secure the two wires together close to the terminals. WARNING: Ensure that you observe correct wire polarity.
  • Page 20 Cable Conduit Access Plate 1 1 1 Screw Alternate Knockout Figure 10. Removing the Cable Conduit Access Plate Remove the 4-pole captive screw connector that is attached to the speaker (see figure 11, Feed the unterminated end of the provided short cable through the back of the cable clamp (see figure 11, 2 2 2 Cable...
  • Page 21 Attach the ampli er with screws (4 places). Figure 12. Attaching the Amplifier to the SAK AMP SF 10C Brackets Attach the brackets (with the amplifier attached) to the screw holes on the end of the SF 10C SUB speaker containing the cable conduit access plate, using the provided screws (see figure 10 on page 12).
  • Page 22 Mounting Screws (4 places) Figure 13. Attaching the Brackets and Amplifier to the SF 10C SUB Subwoofer Remove the jackets from the ends of the wires of the short cable that was attached to the speaker in step 4 on page 12. Wire the green captive screw connector provided with your amplifier to the unterminated ends of the cable wires (see figure 14...
  • Page 23 XPA U 2002 SB Figure 14. Connecting the Amplifier to the Subwoofer NetPA U 2002 SB User Guide • Installation...

  • Page 24: Operation

    Channel Status LEDs Figure 15. NetPA U 2002 SB Front Panel STANDBY Tx Rx LINK NOTE: The front panels of all models in the NetPA Ultra Series function identically. RS-232 MIC/LINE INPUTS LINE OUTPUTS REMOTE CONFIG BRIDGED MONO + BR-...

  • Page 25: Rear Panel Features

    Figure 16. NetPA U 2002 SB Amplifier Rear Panel NOTE: The rear panels of other NetPA Ultra Series amplifiers function identically. IEC Power Receptacle — Connect a standard IEC AC power cord here for power input (100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz) to the internal, autoswitching power supply. This connector may be replaced by the Flexible Conduit Adapter Kit (see Flexible Conduit Adapter Kit Installation on page 16).
  • Page 26 Line Outputs — (see figure 16 on page 17) Connect up to two 3-pole 3.5mm captive screw connectors in order to output up to two balanced or unbalanced line level output signals. The outputs do not remain active when the amplifier is in standby. For NOTE: applications where the line and Dante outputs may be used independently during long periods of no amplifier activity, such as when the unit is being used as both...
  • Page 27 Mode 3 — To cause an absolute system reset of the Dante module back to factory • default conditions: With power on, press and hold the reset button for about 3 seconds until the reset LED blinks one time (once at 3 seconds), then release and within 1 second press Reset momentarily (< 1 second).
  • Page 28 The LED has three states in normal operation: • Blinking (1 Hz) Green: Unit generates network audio clock. The unit is the primary clock. • Lit Solid Green: Unit locked to network audio clock. The unit is following the network audio clock. Off: Unit not locked to network audio clock.

  • Page 29: Operation

    OUTPUTS Figure 20. Securing Speakers Wire with Captive Screws Operation The section below details some of the NetPA Ultra Series amplifiers features. Default The following are the NetPA U 2002 SB amplifier defaults right out of the box: • Amplifier output mode is set to stereo, •...

  • Page 30: At Port

    AT Port The NetPA U 2002 SB supports 2 AT inputs and 2 AT outputs (these are not shared with the analog line outputs). Audio coming in from the mic/line inputs can be placed onto the Dante network, and the AT outputs can be received by any other device as long as it’s using the Dante protocol.
  • Page 31 Figure 21. Configuring Standby Settings See the SIS command, Standby on page 93 for the commands to send to the amplifier. Standby Selection (via SIS or Control System): Mode 0: When the amplifier is in Standby Mode 0, the Auto-Standby Timer is disabled and the amplifier does NOT automatically enter standby mode when no active signal is present on any amp channel for 25 minutes.

  • Page 32: Monitoring

    Monitoring There are two methods to monitor the amplifier, querying and unsolicited responses. Either method or a combination of the two can be employed. NOTES: • All status flags reset upon power cycle. Status flags can also be reset via SIS (see Resets on page 97).
  • Page 33 When listening over the Dante port, a DMP Plus Series device is needed to facilitate • communication between the amplifier and control system. Amplifier must be in verbose 3. Connection to DMP/XMP must be in verbose 3. The connection must be maintained. The following command is used to configure the DMP to listen to the amplifier.

  • Page 34: Dsp Configurator Software

    Start>Programs>Extron>DSP Configurator>DSP Configurator From the DSP Configurator splash screen drop-down menu (figure 19, ), select the NetPA Ultra Series model that is connected to the host PC and click OK ( Figure 22. DSP Configurator Splash Screen NetPA U 2002 SB User Guide • DSP Configurator Software...

  • Page 35: Accessing The Dsp Configurator Help File

    Accessing the DSP Configurator Help File DSP Configurator comes loaded with a context-sensitive help file, which can be accessed by clicking the Help icon (see the icon to the right) in the top right corner. The Help icon is always in the top right corner of any dialog box in DSP Configurator. There are other options to accessing the help file: click Help>Contents in the menu bar at the top of the main workspace, or press F1.
  • Page 36 NOTE: Configuration files have a .EDC file extension and template files have a .EDCT file extension. Save — (see File on page 27) Saves the current configuration to a configuration file. If this is the first time the configuration is being saved, the Save Configuration As...
  • Page 37 Tools Presets — Contains a submenu to mark and clear elements in the main workspace as well as an option to save marked elements to a preset (see Presets on page 63). Configure Groups — Opens the Configure Groups dialog box to create, edit, and delete Gain and Mute groups (see Groups...

  • Page 38: Presets Drop-Down

    Help Contents — Opens the DSP Configurator Help File where detailed information about DSP Configurator can be found. Search — Opens the DSP Configurator Help File with the Search field in focus. About — Opens a window displaying software version number, copyright information, and part number for the installed copy of DSP Configurator.

  • Page 39: Connect To A Netpa U 2002 Sb Amplifier In Live Mode

    Enter Live mode to connect to the NetPA U 2002 SB amplifier and push or pull configurations between the device and host PC. In Live mode, changes made in DSP Configurator are directly applied to the NetPA Ultra Series amplifier. Additionally, presets can be created and stored on the device.
  • Page 40 To connect via RS-232: • Click the RS-232 tab in the dialog box. Select the unit connected via RS-232 from the Com Port drop-down list, and then select the correct Baud Rate, Parity Bit, Data Bit, and Stop Bit. Figure 27. Connect to device...

  • Page 41: Exit Live Mode And Enter Emulate Mode

    Figure 29. Synchronize with Device Dialog Box Pull — Pulls the configuration file and preset configurations from the device and displays it in the DSP Configurator main workspace. Push — Pushes the configuration file and preset configurations open in DSP Configurator to the connected NetPA U 2002 SB.

  • Page 42: Dsp Configurator Inputs

    Mic/Line Inputs • AT Inputs Mic/Line Inputs The four mic/line input channels in the NetPA Ultra Series amplifier are shown in DSP Configurator under the Inputs panel (see figure 32, below). Figure 32. Inputs Panel Inputs 1 - 4 can receive mic level or line level signals.
  • Page 43 Figure 33. Accessing Input Building Blocks Click the input number to open the Building Blocks dialog box. Building Block Folders General Building Blocks Add a Building Block Button Delete a Building Block Button New Folder Button Building Blocks Help Button Figure 34.

  • Page 44: Mic/Line Inputs Processing

    Mic/Line Inputs Processing The mic/line input processing chain in DSP Configurator is visually represented by a string of blocks (see figure 35). Each block contains a specific processor or type of processor. For example, the Input Gain block contains a fader to boost or attenuate incoming signal, the Filter block contains several types of filters, and so on.
  • Page 45 Input Filter Block Double-click the Filter block to open the filter drop-down list. Select one of the six available filters to insert into the block. Figure 36. Filter Block Drop-Down Menu Alternatively, right-click the Filter block and select Insert, then select a filter to insert it into the block.
  • Page 46 Filter Graph — (see figure 38 on page 37) Graphically displays the applied filter curve and provides handles for adjusting filter parameters. Numbers along the top of the graph represent the filter curve of the corresponding slot in the filter list below the graph. The number appears over the center frequency of the filter.
  • Page 47 Figure 39. Changing Dynamics Processors Compressor Compressor Channel Name Compressor Graph Compressor Parameters List and Control Bypass Button Set Defaults Button OK Button Cancel Button Dynamics Help Button Figure 40. Compressor Dialog Box Compressor Channel Name — This name changes to match the default or user defined input name.
  • Page 48 OK Button — (see figure 40 on page 39) Confirms changes made to the contained parameters and closes the Compressor dialog box. Cancel Button — (see figure 40 on page 39) Reverts any changes made to the contained parameters back to their states when the current instance of the Compressor dialog box was opened and closes the dialog box.
  • Page 49 Cancel Button — (see figure 41 on page 40) Reverts any changes made to the contained parameters back to their states when the current instance of the Limiter dialog box was opened and closes the dialog box. Dynamics Help Button — (see figure 41 on page 40) Opens the Dynamics Operation topic of the DSP Configurator Help File for further assistance in operating...
  • Page 50 Ducker After inserting a ducker processor, double-click the Duck icon to open the Ducker Configuration dialog box. Duck Source Configuration Duck Parameter Settings Duck Priority Tree Ducking Operation Help Button Figure 43. Ducker Configuration Dialog Box Duck Source Configuration — The Enable Source Mic/Line checkbox is checked when a ducker is inserted (default).
  • Page 51 Adaptive Gain After inserting an adaptive gain processor, double-click the AG icon to open the Adaptive Gain dialog box. Adaptive Gain Source Configuration Adaptive Gain Parameter Settings Adaptive Gain Help Button Figure 44. Adaptive Gain Dialog Box Adaptive Gain Source Configuration — In the Add Gain To column, check the inputs that have gain added by the adaptive gain processor.
  • Page 52 Input Pre-Mixer Gain Block Double-click the pre-mixer Gain block (as seen on the right) to open the Pre-mixer Gain dialog box. The Pre-mixer Gain dialog box provides controls to boost, attenuate, and mute the signal after input processing occurs and before it is sent to the mix matrix. Input Name Pre-mixer Gain Fader Pre-mixer Gain Text Box...

  • Page 53: At Inputs

    AT Inputs AT inputs receive signal from the Dante network when connected to an audio network. The NetPA U 2002 SB amplifier can receive 2 channels of audio via Dante. Renaming an Input NOTE: Renaming an AT input in DSP Configurator affects the receiver name in Dante Controller.

  • Page 54: Mix-Points

    AT Input Meter Block AT Input Name — This name changes to match the default or user defined input name. AT Input Meter — Provides a readout to view input activity. Meter Help Button — Opens the AT Input Meter topic of the DSP Configurator Help File for further assistance in understanding operating the AT Input Meter dialog.
  • Page 55 NOTE: In order for mix-points to appear in the workspace, the input group sending signal to the mix-point must be expanded and the input channel must be visible. Figure 47. DSP Configurator Mix Matrice Mix-Point Dialog Box Double-click a mix-point to open the Mix-point dialog box. Alternatively, highlight a mix-point with a single click and press the <Enter>...

  • Page 56: Dsp Configurator Outputs

    Mix-Point Context Menu Right-click a mix-point to open the mix-point context menu. This menu provides quick options to operate mix-points. Mute — Mutes the mix-point. Unmute — Unmutes the mix-point and creates an audio path between an input and output. Include Processors —...
  • Page 57 Naming an Output Click the output name field. Delete the text and type the desired output name. Press the <Enter> key or navigate away from the field to confirm and apply the new output name. Press the <Down Arrow> key to navigate to and highlight the next name field. NOTE: Follow the same procedure to edit an Output name.

  • Page 58: Line/At Output Processing

    Delete a Building Block Button — (see figure 50 on the previous page) Deletes the currently selected building block or building block folder. If default building blocks are deleted, they can be restored from the Organize Building Blocks dialog box. New Folder Button — (see figure 50 on the previous page) Creates a new folder or sub-folder.
  • Page 59 Line/AT Output Delay Block Double-click the Delay block to open the delay drop down. Click Delay to insert the delay processor into the block. Once a delay processor is inserted into the Delay block, double-click the block to open the Delay dialog box.
  • Page 60 Line/AT Output Dynamics Block One dynamics block is available for each output channel. This block functions the same as the mic/line input dynamics block (see Input Dynamics Blocks on page 38 for information on configuring the output dynamics block). Line/AT Output Attenuation Block Double-click the output Attenuation block to open the Attenuation dialog dialog box.

  • Page 61: Balancing Netpa Amplifier Output Level And Xpa Input Sensitivity

    Setting proper gain structure is necessary to ensure maximum audio clarity and amplifier output performance. To properly balance the input sensitivity of XPA amplifiers, when used in conjunction with NetPA Ultra Series amplifiers, follow the steps outlined below. NOTE: When setting levels, pay attention to avoid digital clipping...

  • Page 62: Amplifier Outputs

    Figure 57. Amplifier Outputs Block Set the Amp Out attenuator(s) to 0 dB, as shown in figure 58, below. The attenuation value can be adjusted by either dragging the fader ( ), or clicking in the display box ), and manually entering the desired value. Figure 58.

  • Page 63: Configuring The Output Mode

    Bridging occurs in the amplifier stage. Channel 1’s positive pin becomes the bridged output’s positive pin, and Channel 2’s positive pin becomes the bridged output’s negative pin. When the amplifier is set to bridged mono mode, DSP Configurator will delete the Channel 2 amplifier output signal chain, including mix points and output processors.

  • Page 64: Naming An Amplifier Output

    ATTENTION: Verify that the output connector wiring and speaker configuration matches the new output mode before proceeding to avoid damage to the speakers and/or amplifier malfunction prior to clicking Yes. The NetPA U 2002 SB features two processing paths to the amplifier outputs. All audio inputs can be routed to an amplifier output via discrete amplifier output mix-points.

  • Page 65: Monitoring

    High-Pass Filter Information — For bridged mono 70V or 100V output modes, a • fixed high-pass filter is inserted into the output chain of the amplified output. This filter takes up one of the filter slots in the output filter block. This high-pass filter is inserted to prevent the saturation of the transformer cores in the 70V/100V speaker chain by low frequency content.
  • Page 66 Global Status Section — figure 64 on page 57 • Unit temperature — Displays the internal temperature of the amplifier at a particular location. • Power Save State — Indicates the standby state that the amplifier is currently in. • Active (Auto Timer Disabled) — The Auto-Standby Timer is disabled, and the amplifier does NOT automatically enter standby mode when no active signal is present on any amp channel for 25 minutes.
  • Page 67 Status Possible Triggers Possible Causes Possible Solutions Loss of AC Check the system power • If a “2” is reported: There is or has been a distribution. Loss of AC is disruption in power. detected. If a “1” is reported: •...
  • Page 68 Status Possible Triggers Possible Causes Possible Solutions Overload The current or Too much current is • Recheck the amplifier gain • • structure. power limiter has being drawn due to been triggered. overdriving the output. • For low-impedance loads: Verify that total impedance at the amplifier •...

  • Page 69: Open Circuit Detect

    Open Circuit Detect For high impedance amplifiers, open circuit detect requires that the speaker chain be tapped at a minimum of 32 Watts for 70 V systems and 64 Watts for 100 V systems. For this detection circuit to function, adequate audio signal must be present at the output channel.

  • Page 70: Configuration Tools

    Configuration Tools This section contains information for configuring certain tools and options that are found under the Tools menu in DSP Configurator and covers the following topics: Presets • • • Device Settings Connect/Disconnect from Device • • • Groups Dante Device Firmware Loader •...

  • Page 71: Configuring Presets

    ) to save the preset. Figure 68. Save a Preset Dialog Box NOTE: When a configuration file is pushed to a NetPA Ultra Series amplifier, presets contained within that file are available for recall from DSP Configurator or SIS commands.

  • Page 72: Groups

    Groups Groups allow master control of Gain and Mute for groups of channels. Groups are used in control configurations. Click Tools > Configure Groups to open the Configure Groups dialog box. Select Group Apply Button Select Control Type Delete Current Group Button Available Group Members Close Button Change Name Button...

  • Page 73: Configuring Groups

    Configuring Groups To create a new group: Select Tools > Configure Groups to open the Configure Groups dialog box. From the Select Group drop-down, select a group slot to configure (see figure 70, , on the previous page). From the Select Control Type panel ( ), expand a control type.

  • Page 74: Device Manager

    Click OK to confirm the group details ( When the Overwrite Group dialog box opens, click OK to confirm the changes made to the group. To edit only a group name or group number: Choose the group from the Select Group drop-down list ( Click Change Name ( From the Change Group Name dialog box, enter the new group number or group name into the respective fields (...

  • Page 75: Managing Devices In Device Manager

    NOTE: If Live mode is enabled, a backup may need to be performed before the device can be successfully cloned. Remove Device Button — (see figure 73 on the previous page) Click the button to remove the currently selected device from the device manager. Select a folder and click this button to delete the folder and all devices it contains.

  • Page 76: Connect/Disconnect From Device

    Connect to a NetPA U 2002 SB Amplifier in Live Mode on page 31. For detailed instructions on disconnecting from a NetPA Ultra Series amplifier, see Exit Live Mode and Enter Emulate Mode page 33. NetPA U 2002 SB User Guide • Configurator Tools...

  • Page 77: Firmware Loader

    From the Download page, select the Firmware link near the middle of the page. The Firmware link opens the firmware Download Center page. Click the N from the alphabet list at the top of the page. Select the Download link at the right side of the NetPA Ultra Series amplifier listing. NOTES: •...

  • Page 78: Organize Building Blocks

    When the firmware is installed, the Firmware Upgrade dialog box displays that the installation is complete and the install location of the firmware file. By default, firmware is installed in: • Program Files (x86) > Extron > Firmware > NetPA_U_2002_SB > vx.xx •...

  • Page 79: Device Settings

    NOTE: Building block files have an XML extension. Import Building Blocks File Button — (see figure 78 on the previous page) Click the button to browse the computer for building block files to import to DSP Configurator. Delete Building Block Button — (see figure 78 on the previous page) Click the button to delete the currently selected building block.

  • Page 80: Serial Settings

    Serial Settings The Serial Settings tab display the baud rate of the rear panel RS-232 port. Figure 80. Serial Settings Tab Dante Device This tab allows the NetPA U 2002 SB Dante settings to be configured within DSP configurator without opening Dante Controller. ATTENTION: It is essential that a Dante device be named immediately after it is connected to the Dante network and before audio connections with other devices are...

  • Page 81: Options

    Dante Device Network Settings To configure Dante network settings: Select the DHCP or Static IP radio buttons. If using DHCP, the NetPA Ultra Series Dante interface assigns an IP address by the DHCP server and Dante network configuration is complete. If Static IP is selected, proceed to step 2.

  • Page 82: Dante Controller

    Dante Controller This section describes the NetPA Ultra Series network installation, configuration, and control using Dante Controller for Windows and covers the following topics: • Overview • Downloading and Installing Dante Controller Configuring a NetPA U 2002 SB Amplifier in Dante Controller •...

  • Page 83: Downloading And Installing Dante Controller

    In Dante Controller, a device can be renamed to identify the device on the audio network. The default device name of the NetPA Ultra Series consists of the model name, followed by the last six characters of the Dante interface MAC address (for example, NetPA-U-xxxxxx).

  • Page 84: Receiver And Transmitter Names

    Dante Device NOTE: Dante device naming can also be done via DSP Configurator (see on page 73). Ensure that the control computer and a single NetPA Ultra Series amplifier is connected to the same network. From the control computer Start menu select: All Programs>Audinate>Dante Controller>Dante Controller...
  • Page 85 NOTE: If there are multiple NetPA Ultra Series devices connected to the network that have not been renamed, obtain the Dante interface media access code (MAC) address of the desired device from the white label on the rear panel of the device in order to identify it in Dante Controller.

  • Page 86: Renaming A Receiver Or Transmitter

    Series receivers are labelled AT Input 1 through AT Input 4. Follow the instructions below to rename a receiver. To rename a NetPA Ultra Series receiver: From the Device menu on the Network View screen, select Device View, or press <Ctrl+D>...

  • Page 87: Finding A Dante Device Ip Address

    On the Dante Controller-Network View screen, click the Device Info tab (see figure 88, , on the next page). On the Device Info page, locate the name of the NetPA Ultra Series in the Device Name column ( ). The IP address is located in the Primary Address column (...

  • Page 88: Dante Controller Operation

    • Receivers take in digital audio from the audio network into the device. NetPA Ultra Series Transmitters and Receivers In the NetPA U 2002 SB, the line outputs are independent of Dante outputs. Each output may be routed independently. The NetPA U 2002 SB has two Dante outputs.
  • Page 89 Icon Description Indicates an active subscription. Indicates subscription is in progress. Indicates a pending subscription. Indicates a broken subscription. Indicates the transmitting device has been removed from the network or is switched off. See the Dante Controller User Guide, available at www.audinate.com, for additional information.

  • Page 90: Disconnecting Inputs From Outputs

    A check mark at the intersection indicates the subscription is made. A check mark also appears next to the receiver channel. NOTE: A receiver can connect to only one transmitter. A transmitter can connect to multiple receivers. Disconnecting Inputs from Outputs To undo routing, click the junction again to disconnect the receiver from the transmitter.

  • Page 91: Restarting Dante Controller

    Be certain the correct LAN connection is selected (the PC LAN port that is physically connected to the AT network) and note the IP address. Figure 91. Configure Dante Interfaces Dialog Box If it is on, turn off the PC wireless adapter. Disable all connections except the LAN port connected to the Dante network (verify this is the correct port by checking the IP address shown in the Configure Dante Interfaces dialog).

  • Page 92: Remote Communication And Control

    Remote Communication and Control This section describes how to control the NetPA U 2002 SB power amplifier with SIS commands and covers the following topics: • Connection Options Host-to-Device Communications • • Using the Command and Response Tables • SIS Commands Hardware Reset Modes •...

  • Page 93: Rs-232 Port

    The rear panel configuration port requires 38400 baud communication. This • speed is higher than most other Extron products. The NetPA Ultra Series control software automatically sets the connection for the appropriate speed. When using DataViewer or similar application, make sure the host PC or control system is set for 38400 baud.

  • Page 94: Usb Config Port

    USB Config Port The NetPA Ultra Series has a rear panel USB port that can be connected to a computer as a host device running the DataViewer utility for control of the device. Once a connection is established, SIS programming can begin (see Host-to-Device Communications below).

  • Page 95: Using The Command And Response Tables

    • Figure 94. ASCII to Hex Conversion Table The Command and Response tables list valid ASCII commands, the NetPA Ultra Series responses to the host, and descriptions of the command functions with the results of executing the commands. Symbol Definitions...

  • Page 96: Error Responses

    Error Responses When the NetPA U 2002 SB is unable to execute the command, it returns an error response to the host. The error response codes and their descriptions are as follows: E10— Unrecognized command E18— System/command timed out E12— Invalid port number E25—...
  • Page 97 ATTENTION: • Verify output connector wiring and speaker configuration before resetting the unit to avoid damage to the speakers and/or amplifier malfunction. Amplifier output mode after reset is stereo, 8 ohms. • Vérifiez le câblage du connecteur de sortie et la configuration du haut-parleur pour éviter les dommages aux haut-parleurs et/ou au dysfonctionnement de l’amplificateur.

  • Page 98: Command And Response Table

    Command and Response Table NOTE: For commands and examples of computer or device responses used in this guide, the character “0” is the number zero and “O” is the capital letter “o.” Generic Hardware Setup and Access Command ASCII Unit Response Unit Response: Verbose 2/3 Query Part Number Pno 60-1757-01...
  • Page 99 Command ASCII Unit Response Unit Response: Verbose 2/3 Network Commands Set DHCP On E13 is returned if DHCP is already enabled. D1EXPD ExpdD1 DHCP must be off in order for this command to be accepted as valid (DHCP is enabled by default). Dante device reboot is also required for the command to take effect.
  • Page 100 Standby Command ASCII Unit Response Unit Response: Verbose 2/4 Status Commands Disable auto-standby X12!] 0PSAV Psav NOTE: Turns off standby mode. Enable auto standby X12!] 1PSAV Psav (Default) NOTE: The amplifier enters auto power save mode if there is no active signal for 25 minutes. Whenever this command is sent, the standby timer restarts and the amplifier goes into power save state.
  • Page 101 Naming Command Unit Response Unit Response: Verbose 2/3 ASCII command Write Names Write input name E X! Write output name E X! View Names View input name E X! View output name E X! KEY: Input/output number: Input: Output: 1 = Analog Line Input 1 2 = Analog Line Input 2 1 = Amplifier Output 1 3 = Analog Line Output 1...
  • Page 102 Audio Level Control Command ASCII command Unit Response Unit Response: Verbose 2/3 NOTE: The command format is the same regardless of the control point, but the acceptable gain range varies depending on the control point. • The mic/line input gain range is -18 dB to +60 dB in 0.1 dB increments. •...
  • Page 103 Group Masters Command ASCII command Unit Response Unit Response: Verbose 2/3 NOTES: Groups • For information on configuring groups, see on page 100 A group must have assigned members for these commands to have an effect. • • , a positive (+) value is assumed unless a negative (-) value is specified. X1&...
  • Page 104 Resets Command Unit Response Unit Response: Verbose 2/3 ASCII command Reset the “x” flag of a selected status from 1 to 0. Reset Status EX99( X99(] ZSTS ZSTS X99( Setting (variable ) to “0” resets all statuses. Reset presets and names Reset individual preset EX31!
  • Page 105 Status Command ASCII command Unit Response Unit Response: Verbose 2/3 Unsolicited responses are triggered whenever there is a change in status. Each status, when polled, gives the status at the time of polling. NOTE: • Unsolicited responses are disabled by default for status commands that are capable of sending unsolicited responses. X10% NTFY Unsolicited responses can be configured with the EMX10$...
  • Page 106 Command Unit Response Unit Response: Verbose 2/3 ASCII command NOTE: Values: 0, 1, and 2 where: 0 = never faulted, 1 = unit is not in a fault state, but has faulted in the past, 2 = in a fault state at the time the command checked the status.
  • Page 107 Command Unit Response Unit Response: Verbose 2/3 ASCII command Global Amplifier Amplifier Channel 1 Channel 2 0: Not/never detected 1: Unit is not in a fault state, but has faulted in the past. 2: Detected at the time the command checked the status. 0: Unit is active and auto standby timer disabled 1: Auto standby timer running, but not triggered (default) 2: Standby triggered (SIS triggered)
  • Page 108 Command Unit Response Unit Response: Verbose 2/3 ASCII command Status (continued) KEY: (The left most “x98” represents 0, 1, and 2 Overload protect output channel 1 and the right most “x98” represents the highest output channel.) Values: 0, 1, and 2 where: 0 = The indicated amplifier channel’s limiter threshold was not reached, nor was a short detected,...
  • Page 109 Command ASCII command Unit Response Unit Response: Verbose 2/3 Status (continued) KEY: X10@ Values: 0, 1, and 2 where: 0, 1, and 2 Main power supply status 0 = A fault on the main power supply was not detected at the time the command checked the status and has not been detected in the past...
  • Page 110 Command ASCII command Unit Response Unit Response: Verbose 2/3 Status (continued) KEY: X10^ X10^ 0, 1, and 2 Digital clip status (The left most “ ” represents output channel 1 and the right most X10^ “ ” represents the highest output channel.

  • Page 111: Object Id (Oid) Number Tables

    Object ID (OID) Number Tables The following tables list input and output gain OIDs. For mix-point OID tables, see Mix-point OIDs on page 107. Input Path OIDs Mic/Line Input Gain Mic/Line Pre-mixer Block Gain Block Mic/Line Input 1 40000 Mic/Line Input 1 40100 Mic/Line Input 2 40001...

  • Page 112: Mix-Point Oids

    Mix-point OIDs NOTE: In these tables, inputs are listed vertically along the left side of the table and outputs are listed horizontally across the top of the table. Mic/Line and AT Input to Output Mix Matrix Amp Out 1 Amp Out 2 Line Out 1 Line Out 2 AT Out 1...

  • Page 113: Amplifier Enters Standby Mode Too Early

    Amplifier Enters Standby Mode Too Early The input channel signal LED lights green per indicated input channel when an input signal is detected. Power LED Color Problem Solution Signal LED State Problem Description Green or Amber The output signal level of the source may Lights Intermittently Enters standby mode be too low to cross the signal detection...

  • Page 114: Status Commands

    Status Commands NOTE: Status flags automatically reset when the amplifier is power cycled. Status Possible Triggers Possible Causes Possible Solutions 53STAT: Verify that the placement of The amplifier has The ambient environment Over Temp the amplifier allows for suitable exceeded the exceeds the recommended ventilation and airflow.
  • Page 115 Status Possible Triggers Possible Causes Possible Solutions 58STAT: Check for an open circuit at the The affected channel has The connection to the Open Circuit output and throughout the speaker detected an open circuit. speaker chain has been chain. broken. Recheck speaker taps.

  • Page 116: Extron Warranty

    Extron Warranty Extron warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase. In the event of malfunction during the warranty period attributable directly to faulty workmanship and/ or materials, Extron will, at its option, repair or replace said products or components, to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to restore said product to proper operating condition, provided that it is returned within the warranty period, with proof of purchase and description of malfunction to: USA, Canada, South America,...

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