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S6L Control Surface: Replacing the AVB Board
This document provides instructions for replacing the AVB board in the S6L Control Surface.
Before you Begin
Make sure to do all the following items before beginning the procedure.
Make sure you have assembled all
1
Put on your anti-static wrist band and configure according to its instructions.
2
Shut down your system, and disconnect any cables connected to your S6L control surface.
3
Make sure your work area is clear of any debris.
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)
• Anti-Static wrist strap (not included)
• S6L-24C and 16C Only: 5 mm nut driver or open end wrench
• S6L-24C Only: 1x 9/32 nut driver
• Small cups or other containers to hold and organize the different types of fasteners as you remove them from the unit
• S6L-24C and 16C Only: Large towel or similar on which to set the Top Cover
• 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.
• USB keyboard and mouse
• Recommended for labeling cables: Camera (your phone or other) to document cable connections, or a pen and lightweight
tape to label cables as you disconnect them
What's Included
• 1x Replacement AVB board assembly
Figure 1. AVB board assembly
S6L Control Surface: Replacing the AVB Board
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Required Tools and Items
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  • Page 1 • S6L-24C and 16C Only: Large towel or similar on which to set the Top Cover • 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.
  • Page 2 1. Prepare the S6L Control Surface Prepare the S6L control surface by removing the back cover (all models) and disconnecting Light cables (S6L-24C and 16C only) as explained in the following sections. Remove the S6L Back Cover The steps required to remove the back cover vary depending on the model of S6L control surface.
  • Page 3 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. Slide the panel away from the control surface, and set the panel aside. S6L Control Surface: Replacing the AVB Board...
  • Page 4 Carefully lift the top cover off the chassis and set it face down on the towel you placed on the surface, being careful to not stretch or stress the cables connected to the light sockets. Proceed to Disconnect Light Cables S6L Control Surface: Replacing the AVB Board...
  • Page 5 • On S6L-24C disconnect the cables at the connectors shown below. Light cables (rear view of S6L-26C shown) • On S6L-16C, disconnect the cables at the connectors shown below. Light cables (front view of S6L-16C shown) Proceed to 2. Remove the SBC Tray S6L Control Surface: Replacing the AVB Board...
  • Page 6 Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the two fasteners securing the top edge of the purple shroud to the top of the chassis. Figure 8. Fasteners to remove from the top of the shroud S6L Control Surface: Replacing the AVB Board...
  • Page 7 Figure 11. Fasteners securing the SBC Tray to the chassis on S6L-48D, 32D, 24D, and 24C • S6L-16C has two captive screws to loosen (at the far left and far right in the image, above). S6L Control Surface: Replacing the AVB Board...
  • Page 8 • Using a 2.5mm Hex driver, stand at the back of the control surface and remove the four fasteners that secure the PSU Bay to the back of the S6L chassis. Figure 15. PSU fasteners to remove S6L Control Surface: Replacing the AVB Board...
  • Page 9 Align the edge of the Tray with the edge of the chassis and hook the Tray on the edge as shown in Figure 17 so that the Tray hangs off the chassis. Figure 17. SBC Tray hung off the back edge of the chassis S6L Control Surface: Replacing the AVB Board...
  • Page 10 • S6L-16C has additional cables that need to be disconnected, shown below. Photograph and/or label each cable to simplify re-connecting them later. 7070-30633-00 (AVB) Cable: 7070-35118-00 7070-35119-00 7070-30552-00 7070-35117-00 (analog out 1/2) (lights XLR) (headphones) (analog in) Figure 19. Cables to disconnect from BaseBoard Lite in S6L-16C S6L Control Surface: Replacing the AVB Board...
  • Page 11 (down) to its unlocked position (up), then carefully pull the ribbon cable away from the connector. Figure 21. Disconnecting the ZIF connector Set the BaseBoard Lite aside on a padded surface. Proceed to 3. Remove the Old AVB Assembly S6L Control Surface: Replacing the AVB Board...
  • Page 12 Figure 23. Releasing the catch on the larger ZIF cable (shown at left) and disconnecting the cable (shown at right) The short jumper cable (labeled J in Figure 22) can remain connected. After the old AVB assembly is removed from the chassis you will transfer this cable to the new AVB assembly. S6L Control Surface: Replacing the AVB Board...
  • Page 13 AVB assembly up and out. Figure 26. Removing the disconnected AVB board assembly from the chassis Proceed to 4. Install the New AVB Board Assembly S6L Control Surface: Replacing the AVB Board...
  • Page 14 • Reinstall the two Ethernet cables to the half-length Network Daughter board (labeled B and C in Figure 22). Be sure to re- connect these cables to their correct ports as shown in Figure 22. • If necessary, remove any labels you applied to the cables. S6L Control Surface: Replacing the AVB Board...
  • Page 15 Pair Console to AVB Card from the pop-up menu. Reminder: Make sure systems are not connected for IO Sharing while pairing with AVB. Power-cycle the entire system once more. Proceed to 5. Complete the Installation S6L Control Surface: Replacing the AVB Board...

  • Page 16: Complete The Installation

    5. Complete the Installation After installing the new AVB board assembly, confirm installation then re-assemble the S6L control surface and pair the new AVB with the control surface. Confirm Installation To confirm connections and installation: With the back cover and top panel (if any) still off, power up the system and allow all firmware updates to occur.
  • Page 17 Using a 2.5mm Hex driver, reinstall the fasteners to secure the back cover to the S6L chassis. Fasteners: M4x8mm BHCS Tool: 2.5mm Hex driver Figure 29. Replacing the S6L back cover Your S6L control surface is now ready for use. S6L Control Surface: Replacing the AVB Board...

This manual is also suitable for:

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