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VCM-88C
Eight Channel Matrixing Level Controller
Operating Manual
Ashly Audio Inc.
847 Holt Road, Webster, NY 14580-9103
Toll Free (800) 828-6308, Telephone (585) 872-0010, FAX (585) 872-0739
www.ashly.com
All Trademarks referred to herein, are the property of their respective owners. R-051807
All Rights Reserved
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Page 1: Operating Manual
VCM-88C Eight Channel Matrixing Level Controller Operating Manual Ashly Audio Inc. 847 Holt Road, Webster, NY 14580-9103 Toll Free (800) 828-6308, Telephone (585) 872-0010, FAX (585) 872-0739 www.ashly.com All Trademarks referred to herein, are the property of their respective owners. R-051807... - Page 2 Page - 2 Operator Manual – VCM-88C Controller Copyright© 2007 – Ashly Audio Inc.
- Page 3 Operator Manual – VCM-88C Controller The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
- Page 4 Introduction Introduction - 4 VCM-88C Controller – 5 Congratulations on your purchase of an Ashly VCM-88C matrixing level controller. In one compact rack-mount package we have combined features, reliability, and sonic performance Connectors & Cables – 5 you have come to expect from Ashly. Features of this unit include: Physical Description - 6 Installation –...
- Page 5 Specific applications are discussed in detail on Page 8. Your VCM-88C is provided with a single connector type for audio signals in and out. All connections are made via 1/4” stereo phone jacks (TRS), which can be used to connect, balanced or unbalanced signals to the unit.
- Page 6 Page - 6 Safety Instructions – 3 Introduction - 4 VCM-88C Controller – 5 The VCM-88C is 1RU, and weighs 10 pounds. Connectors & Cables - 5 VCM-88C Front Panel Physical Description - 6 Front Panel Rear Panel Installation – 7 Applications - 8 Power LED –...
- Page 7 The Legacy protocol is selected for control by a legacy Ashly or AMX device. Device ID Select - Each VCM-88C can be set to one of 16 addresses, allowing for control of up to 128 channels (16 x 8) from a single data line.
- Page 8 Introduction - 4 VCM-88C Controller – 5 To make any configuration changes, the top of the VCM-88C must be removed. Be sure to disconnect all cables & power before opening the unit. Jumper settings are illustrated in Connectors & Cables - 5 the table &...
- Page 9 Do not use an isolation transformer in the data line. Connect the three pins to the same pins on the RD-8C/RW-8C remotes as labeled. Be sure to set the VCM-88C protocol to the RD-8C/RW-8C on the rear panel DIP switches.
- Page 10 VCM-88C Controller – 5 family of digital audio processors, as well as the VCM-88C. Using the software extends the capabilities of the VCM-88C by allowing storage of channel and scene settings to disk. Connectors & Cables - 5 The program interface has the look and feel of the RD-8C remote control, and can control Physical Description - 6 up to 16 devices for a total of 128 audio channels.
- Page 11 Note: Unshielded cables, improperly wired connections, and cable with broken strands (shorts, etc.) are the most common problems. Make sure you use good quality cable with connectors soldered firmly on the correct pin. When in doubt, get in touch with your Ashly dealer. All Rights Reserved Page - 11 Safety Instructions –...
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Page 12: Specification
WEIGHT & POWER SHIPPING WEIGHT POWER REQUIREMENTS Operator Manual – VCM-88C Controller Input jack may be internally selected as a single in/out insert Input Type: Euroblock, pin 3=data, pin 2=+V, pin 1=ground Input Type: D-Sub 9 pin female, pin 3=data, pin 5=ground Input Type: Euroblock Control Voltage: -4V to +15V provided Copyright©... - Page 13 Any implied warranties which may arise under the operation of State law shall be effective only for FIVE years from the date of purchase of the product. Ashly Audio shall be liable only to correct defects in the product itself, and not for any damage or injury which may result from or be incidental to or a consequence of such defect.
- Page 14 Copyright© 2007 – Ashly Audio Inc.