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S6L Control Surface: Replacing the SBC Motherboard
This document provides instructions for replacing the SBC Motherboard in the S6L Control Surface. Beginning in late 2019 Avid
introduced a new SBC motherboard model manufactured by Congatec for all S6L control surfaces. The previous model manufac-
tured by Emerson is no longer available. This guide shows how to replace the newer model SBC (Congatec) with a replacement
Congatec. If you need to replace an older SBC, refer to the "EC" version of this guide.
Images shown in this guide will differ slightly from your system.
Before you Begin
Make sure to do all the following items before beginning the procedure.
Backup all Show files, presets, and other user data from the system.
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Replacing the SBC also replaces the internal hard drive where user data is stored. Backup all user data before proceeding!
Make sure you have assembled all
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Put on your anti-static wrist band and configure according to its instructions.
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Shut down your system, and disconnect any cables connected to your S6L control surface.
4
Throughout this procedure, keep the removed screws organized to simplify re-assembly.
Required Tools and Items
• 1x 2.5mm Hex driver
• 1x #2 Phillips screwdriver (for S6L-16C only, 12-inch magnetic-tip #2 Phillips recommended)
• 1x 9/32 nut driver, or small open-end wrench
• S6L-24C and 16C Only: Large towel or similar on which to set the MTS (S6L-24C only) or Top Cover (S6L-16C only)
• System Restore USB drive, created to install VENUE software v6.2 or later after replacing the SBC (see the VENUE S6L In-
stallation Guide for instructions on how to download VENUE software and create a System Restore USB drive).
• Anti-Static wrist strap (not included)
• Small cups or other containers to hold and organize the different types of fasteners as you remove them from the unit
• Table or other work surface strong enough to support the S6L control surface while allowing access to the back. For S6L-16C,
make sure the table provides at least 30 cm (+/- 12 inches) at the back of the control surface to set the PSU
What's Included
• 1x Replacement SBC Motherboard (7020-71507-00)
S6L Control Surface: Replacing the SBC Motherboard
9329-66194-00 REV A
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Required Tools and Items
Replacement SBC motherboard
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  • Page 1 • Small cups or other containers to hold and organize the different types of fasteners as you remove them from the unit • Table or other work surface strong enough to support the S6L control surface while allowing access to the back. For S6L-16C, make sure the table provides at least 30 cm (+/- 12 inches) at the back of the control surface to set the PSU What’s Included...

  • Page 2: Overview Of Procedure

    Overview of Procedure Replacing the SBC in an S6L control surface involves the following steps, as detailed throughout the rest of this guide. Be sure to follow all instructions for your control surface carefully. Prepare the Control Surface • Remove the S6L Back Covers (all systems) •...
  • Page 3 Prepare the S6L control surface by removing the lower and upper back covers. The steps required to remove the back cover vary depending on the model of S6L control surface. To remove the lower back cover from S6L-24D, 32D, or 48D: Using a 2.5mm Hex driver, remove the fasteners that secure the back cover to the S6L chassis and set the screws aside.
  • Page 4 After removing the fasteners try sliding the back cover off the chassis by pushing it down with your hands and simultaneously pulling the cover away from the chassis. If the cover does not slide freely, do the following: • Try inserting a small flathead screwdriver along its upper edge as shown in and try to work one side free and then Figure 1 the other.
  • Page 5 Using a 2.5mm Hex driver, remove the upper back cover by removing its fasteners and then lifting the cover away. • S6L-24D uses 13 fasteners • S6L-32D uses 16 fasteners • S6L-48D uses 22 fasteners Figure 4. Removing the upper back cover (S6L-32D shown) Proceed to 2.
  • Page 6 2. Remove the SBC Tray The SBC Tray must be removed from the chassis before replacing the SBC or any of the I/O boards. To remove the SBC Tray: Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to loosen the captive screw below the hole along the right edge of the shroud. Figure 5.
  • Page 7 Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screws. Figure 8. Loosening one of the captive screws If cables in your unit are bound with a cable tie similar to that shown below, cut the cable tie (this will allow the SBC Tray to be removed).

  • Page 8: Removing The Shroud

    Align the edge of the Tray with the edge of the chassis as shown in so that the Tray hangs off the chassis. Figure 11 The image shown below is of an older series control surface. Figure 11. SBC Tray hung off the back edge of the chassis 3.
  • Page 9 Disconnecting and Replacing Cables All cables must be disconnected from the SBC. To disconnect and replace cables: Before disconnecting cables from the old SBC, take a photograph and/or label each cable (label cables by SBC port). After the new SBC is installed it is crucial to reconnect cables correctly. For a diagram that identifies ports, see S6L SBC Ports After photographing and/or labeling all cables and connectors, disconnect all cables from the old SBC.
  • Page 10 4. Install the New SBC You are now ready to begin installing the new SBC, which involves the following procedures: • Installing the new SBC onto the Tray • Reconnecting all cables • Installing the Tray in the chassis SBC Faceplate On newer control surfaces the SBC tray includes a faceplate with mounting bracket for the ports on the side of the SBC.
  • Page 11 RJ-45 cables (one Ethernet jumper connects the S6L AVB card to the left-most RJ-45 port, the other jumper connects the S6L ECx port to the right-most RJ-45 port. S6L Control Surface SBC Cable Labels Congatec SBC...
  • Page 12 S6L SBC Ports The following diagram identifies SBC ports by number. MB SIDE VIEW Figure 16. S6L SBC wiring legend (Congatec) Cable Connections The following diagrams show correct orientation for specific cable connections. LVDS Cable The LVDS cable connects to port X25 from the side. Be sure to connect the cable to the port above the SBC board (not the one be- low), and orient the connector as shown below with the white wires closest to you (closest to the back of the control surface).
  • Page 13 Configure the Control Surface To reestablish the Control Surface configuration: Re-connect your USB keyboard and mouse, external DVI display, and power cables to the S6L control surface. Do not connect two systems for IO Sharing before completing the entire SBC replacement procedure.
  • Page 14 Select the first module, tap Assign, then touch any fader on the corresponding module. Repeat for all other modules, including CTMs (but not the MTS). After recreating the Control Surface configuration, the final step is to pair the new S6L control surface’s new SBC with AVB. S6L-24D, S6L-32D, and S6L-48D...

  • Page 15: Complete The Installation

    Enable Config mode: double-tap SHOW in the bottom right corner so it displays CONFIG mode. While holding down the Control key on the USB keyboard, right-click (or touch and hold) on the S6L Control Surface icon and choose Pair Console to AVB Card from the pop-up menu.
  • Page 16 1. Prepare the S6L Control Surface Prepare the S6L control surface by removing the lower and upper back covers. The steps required to remove the back cover vary depending on the model of S6L control surface. To remove the covers from S6L-24C or 16C: Using a 2.5 mm Hex driver, loosen or remove both the right and left End Caps by loosening the 7 fasteners securing the caps to...
  • Page 17 Using a 2.5mm Hex driver, remove the fasteners that secure the back edge of the back cover to the S6L chassis and set the screws aside. • S6L-24C uses 8 fasteners • S6L-16C uses 6 fasteners Fasteners: M4x8mm BHCS Tool: 2.5mm Hex driver Figure 23.
  • Page 18 Using a 2.5mm Hex driver, remove the fasteners that secure the top cover to the control surface (S6L-24C and 16C both use 4 fasteners). Fasteners: M4x8mm BHCS Tool: 2.5mm Hex driver Figure 24. Top cover fasteners on S6L-24C (above, with End Cap loosened) and S6L-16C (below, showing End Caps removed) Set a large towel or similar across the upper modules of the control surface (CKM, MTS, MLM) to protect them.
  • Page 19 Disconnect Light Cables (S6L-24C and 16C Only) Before removing the SBC tray you must label and disconnect the two Light cables connected to the Top Panel. To disconnect the Light cables: Do the following: • On S6L-24C disconnect the cables at the connectors shown below, then set the front panel aside. Figure 25.
  • Page 20 2. Remove the SBC Tray (All Systems) The SBC Tray must be removed from the chassis before replacing the SBC or any of the I/O boards. To remove the SBC Tray: Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to loosen the captive screw below the hole along the right edge of the shroud. Figure 27.
  • Page 21 On S6L-24C the LVDS cable must be freed from the tray before the Tray can be removed. Do the following: • Using a 9/32 nut driver, remove the nut securing the LVDS cable to the tray then remove the cable clamp from its bolt. Note how the cable clamp contacts the copper segment of the cable (you will clamp the new cable similarly).
  • Page 22 Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screws that secure the Tray to the chassis. Figure 31. Loosening one of the captive screws If cables in your unit are bound with a cable tie similar to that shown below, cut the cable tie (this will allow the SBC Tray to be removed).
  • Page 23 In the next step you will lift the Tray out of the chassis and hang it off the back edge of the console chassis. You should not need to disconnect any cables before lifting the Tray out, but you may need to guide one or more of them away to allow the Tray to be lifted out of the chassis.
  • Page 24 3. Remove the SBC After hanging the SBC Tray on the chassis you are ready to remove the shroud, disconnect and replace cables, then remove the old SBC. Do not attempt to transfer the SSD from the old SBC onto the new SBC. Removing the Shroud Original S6L SBC assemblies included a purple plastic shroud, but current assemblies do not.
  • Page 25 Removing the SBC To remove the SBC: Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the 4 fasteners indicated in Figure 38 that secure the SBC to the Tray. Set these fasteners aside to use later when you install the new SBC. Though the image shown below is of an older series control surface, the location of the screws is the same.
  • Page 26 4. Install the New SBC You are now ready to begin installing the new SBC, which involves the following procedures: • Installing the new SBC onto the Tray • Reconnecting all cables • Installing the Tray in the chassis Installing the New SBC Onto the Tray To install the new SBC onto the Tray: Remove the new SBC from its packaging.
  • Page 27 RJ-45 cables (one Ethernet jumper connects the S6L AVB card to the left-most RJ-45 port, the other jumper connects the S6L ECx port to the right-most RJ-45 port. S6L Control Surface SBC Cable Labels Congatec SBC...
  • Page 28 S6L SBC Ports The following diagram identifies SBC ports by number. MB SIDE VIEW Figure 41. S6L SBC wiring legend (new/current Congatec) Cable Connections The following diagrams show correct orientation for specific cable connections. LVDS Cable The LVDS cable connects to port X25 from the side. Be sure to connect the cable to the port above the SBC board (not the one be- low), and orient the connector as shown below with the white wires closest to you (closest to the back of the control surface).
  • Page 29 • If you have not already done so, download VENUE System Restore software and create a System Restore USB Drive for the S6L control surface. • Install S6L Console System Restore software on the S6L control surface and configure touch screens. • Connect your S6L control surface to your E6L engine and Stage I/O unit(s).
  • Page 30 Select the first module, tap Assign, then touch any fader on the corresponding module. Repeat for all other modules (but not the MTS). After recreating the Control Surface configuration, the final step is to pair the new S6L control surface’s new SBC with AVB. Pair the New SBC with AVB To pair the new SBC with AVB: Reminder: Make sure systems are not connected for IO Sharing while pairing with AVB.
  • Page 31 While holding down the Control key on the USB keyboard, right-click (or touch and hold) on the S6L Control Surface icon and choose Pair Console to AVB Card from the pop-up menu. If any devices, modules, or components do not seem to be functioning, power down all components and then check connections to the new SBC.

This manual is also suitable for:

S6l-24cS6l-48dS6l-32dS6l-24dS6l-16c