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- Page 1 ® DirectOut Technologies EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1...
- Page 3 DirectOut GmbH reserves the right to change specifications at any time without notice. DirectOut Technologies® and D.O.TEC® are reg- istered trademarks of the DirectOut GmbH. © DirectOut GmbH, 2014 © 2014 DirectOut GmbH EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Conditions of Warranty Conformity & Certificates Contact ChApTer 3: insTAllATion Installing the Device ChApTer 4: operATion Introduction Power supply Input / Output Input State Input Selection Output State Priority Setting page 4 of 56 EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 © 2014 DirectOut GmbH... - Page 5 BLDS Generator Examples ChApTer 6: TroubleshooTing AnD MAinTe- nAnCe Troubleshooting Maintenance TeChniCAl DATA AppenDix A - wiring skeTChes Hirose HR10 (DC PSU) DSUB-9 - GPI / GPO inDex © 2014 DirectOut GmbH EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 page 5 of 56...
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Page 7: About This Manual
About This Manual how to use This Manual This manual guides you through the installation and operation of the EXBOX.BLDS. Use the Table of Contents at the beginning of the manual or Index Directory to locate help on a particular topic. -
Page 8: Chapter 1: Overview
- between two MADI inputs. For enhanced observation with automated switching the Buffer Loop Detection System™ (BLDS) can be used. Applications The EXBOX.BLDS can be used as a plain signal switch or for sophisticated observation of MADI signals with automated switch-over and revert. Typical applications include: • Signal distribution... -
Page 9: How It Works
Monitoring - carrier detection - input signal status - manual - push button or GPI - switching state MADI #1 MADI #1 MADI #2 MADI #2 EXBOX.BLDS Scheme © 2014 DirectOut GmbH EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 page 9 of 56... -
Page 10: Feature Summary
firmware updates MADi formats 56/64 channel, 48k/96k Frame, S/MUX 2/4 sample rates 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz +/-12.5% power supply external, 2 x Hirose connector (9-24 V) page 10 of 56 EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 © 2014 DirectOut GmbH... -
Page 11: Chapter 2: Legal Issues & Facts
80 %, non-con- densing. • The cabinet of the device will heat up. Do NOT place the device close to heat sources (e.g. heat- ers). Observe the environmental conditions. © 2014 DirectOut GmbH EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 page 11 of 56... -
Page 12: Defective Parts/Modules
See „Chapter 6: Troubleshooting and Main- tenance“ on page 44 for assistance with trouble- shooting. page 12 of 56 EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 © 2014 DirectOut GmbH... -
Page 13: First Aid (In Case Of Electric Shock)
Lay the body down and turn it to one side. Call for a doctor immediately. • Having sustained an electric shock, ALWAYS consult a doctor. © 2014 DirectOut GmbH EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 page 13 of 56... -
Page 14: Contents
® DirectOut Technologies Chapter 2: Legal issues & facts Contents The contents of your EXBOX.BLDS package should include: • 1 x EXBOX.BLDS • 1 x external power supply unit (9-24 V) • 1 x Manual To complete the delivery, download the BLDS Genera- tor application from the website. -
Page 15: Intended Operation
® DirectOut Technologies Chapter 2: Legal issues & facts intended operation The exbox.blDs is designed for switching MADI signals (AES10). warning No compensation can be claimed for damages caused by operation of this unit other than for the intended use described above. -
Page 16: Conformity & Certificates
For correct recycling please dispatch the device to: IMM Elektronik GmbH, Leipziger Str. 32 09648 Mittweida Germany Only stamped parcels will be accepted! WEEE-Reg.-No. DE 93924963 page 16 of 56 EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 © 2014 DirectOut GmbH... -
Page 17: Contact
Phone: +49 (0)3727 6205-333 // Fax: +49 (0)3727 6205-56 www.directout.eu Manufacturer: IMM Elektronik GmbH, Leipziger Str. 32, 09648 Mit- tweida, Germany Phone: +49 (0)3727 6205-0 // Fax: +49 (0)3727 6205- www.imm-gruppe.de © 2014 DirectOut GmbH EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 page 17 of 56... -
Page 18: Chapter 3: Installation
5º C and 45º C and a maximum relative humid- ity of 80%, non-condensing. Ensure that the unit has suffi cient air circulation for cooling. page 18 of 56 EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 © 2014 DirectOut GmbH... - Page 19 Only supply the voltages and signals indi- cated (9 - 24 V DC) to the device. warning The connected power supply must provide a current limiting to a maximum of 2.5 A. © 2014 DirectOut GmbH EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 page 19 of 56...
- Page 20 Retain the protective cap if the optical port is unused. This will protect against soiling which can lead to mal- function. Check the LED display on the front panel. page 20 of 56 EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 © 2014 DirectOut GmbH...
- Page 21 The software and the installation instructions are available at www.directout.eu. Link: http://www.directout.eu/en/support/downloads/exbox_blds.html Keep any packaging in order to protect the device should it need to be dispatched for service. © 2014 DirectOut GmbH EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 page 21 of 56...
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Page 23: Chapter 4: Operation
Connect the power supply here (9 V - 24 V). The device does not provide a power switch. Connect- ing a working power supply to the device will power up the device immediately. © 2014 DirectOut GmbH EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 page 23 of 56... -
Page 24: Usb
Chapter 4: Operation usb socket (2.0, type Mini b) USB port - connect here for fi rmware updates and remote control ® Needs D.O.TEC USB Serial driver to be installed. page 24 of 56 EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 © 2014 DirectOut GmbH... -
Page 25: Input / Output
® DirectOut Technologies Chapter 4: Operation input / output The EXBOX.BLDS detects the signal status of each MADI input. A LED indicates the status (lock, sync, BLDS) of each input discretely. MADi 1 ouT sC socket (optical) MADI output 1- connect here... - Page 26 LED blink fast / off / blink fast = in sync, valid BLDS present, MADI input not selected The input signal status is also monitored at the front panel by four LEDS - see „Examples“ on page 41. page 26 of 56 EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 © 2014 DirectOut GmbH...
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Page 27: Input State
This leD indicates the presence of a blDs signal at MADi input 1. LED OFF = no BLDS signal detected LED ON = BLDS signal detected LED heartbeat = watchdog active* © 2014 DirectOut GmbH EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 page 27 of 56... -
Page 28: Input Selection
- see „Priority Setting“ on page 31. Three GPIs may be used to select or to force an input - see „Control via GPI“ on page 34. page 28 of 56 EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 © 2014 DirectOut GmbH... -
Page 29: Output State
LED blinking = MADI input 2 is selected for the output but no valid signal is detected. LED ON = MADI input 2 is selected for the output. © 2014 DirectOut GmbH EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 page 29 of 56... - Page 30 * See „Watchdog“ on page 35 The activation state of each port and the presence of the BLDS signal is also monitored by four GPOs - see „Monitoring via GPO“ on page 36. page 30 of 56 EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 © 2014 DirectOut GmbH...
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Page 31: Priority Setting
# 1 – revert to # 1, when lock is regained Priority condition: lock on input # 2 – revert to # 2, when lock is regained © 2014 DirectOut GmbH EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 page 31 of 56... - Page 32 # 1 and state change at GPI # 1 – switchover at loss and revert to #1 when both conditions are complied with. Forcing an input via GPI overrides the priority setting. page 32 of 56 EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 © 2014 DirectOut GmbH...
- Page 33 Automated switching follows to one or two of the de- fined conditions: • input signal lock • BLDS present • watchdog at GPI See „Watchdog“ on page 35. © 2014 DirectOut GmbH EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 page 33 of 56...
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Page 34: Control Via Gpi
Force Input 2 or switch* trigger watchdog Input Select Selection Input push button Selection Priority push button See „DSUB-9 - GPI / GPO“ on page 49 for wiring details. page 34 of 56 EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 © 2014 DirectOut GmbH... - Page 35 Input Priority set to input 1 and watchdog active on GPI 1. Watchdog condition is true. Input Priority set to input 1 and watchdog active on GPI 1. Watchdog condition is false. © 2014 DirectOut GmbH EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 page 35 of 56...
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Page 36: Monitoring Via Gpo
– Sync Input 1 no signal lock blinking, when Input 2 is used for input is forced but output – Sync Input 2 no signal lock page 36 of 56 EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 © 2014 DirectOut GmbH... - Page 37 Input 2 is used for output – BLDS present at output 2 watchdog active* * See „Watchdog“ on page 35. See „DSUB-9 - GPI / GPO“ on page 49 for wiring details. © 2014 DirectOut GmbH EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 page 37 of 56...
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Page 38: Chapter 5: Working With Blds
The application is available for Windows® and OS X®. Download the application at www.directout.eu Unpack the zip archive and open the ‘BLDS_ Generator.exe’ (Windows®) or ‘BLDS Generator. app’ (OS X®). page 38 of 56 EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 © 2014 DirectOut GmbH... - Page 39 Click ‘Generate’ to save the a 24 bit mono .wav fi le with the settings specifi ed. The BLDS is designed so that it is 16bit safe and the level is below -60 dB © 2014 DirectOut GmbH EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 page 39 of 56...
- Page 40 This violates the BLDS condition re- sulting in possibly unwanted behaviour. Adjust the priority setting to trigger the switch according to BLDS detection - see „Priority Setting“ on page 31. page 40 of 56 EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 © 2014 DirectOut GmbH...
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Page 41: Examples
BLDS signal. No input is prioritized and input 1 is ac- tive. If input 1 fails (BLDS error), input 2 is used. Once input 1 regains signal the switch will remain at input 2. © 2014 DirectOut GmbH EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 page 41 of 56... - Page 42 Both MADI inputs detect a valid input signal without valid BLDS signal. No input is prioritized and input 2 is active. No automatic switch-over will occur at signal loss. page 42 of 56 EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 © 2014 DirectOut GmbH...
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Page 44: Chapter 6: Troubleshooting And Maintenance
Use an air supply to output port. signal cable are dirty. carefully remove any dust. Never use objects for cleaning. Exchange the signal cable. Always use protecting caps. page 44 of 56 EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 © 2014 DirectOut GmbH... -
Page 45: Maintenance
To clean the device, use a soft, dry cloth. To protect the surface, avoid using cleaning agents. The device should be disconnected from the power supply during the cleaning process. © 2014 DirectOut GmbH EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 page 45 of 56... -
Page 46: Technical Data
The connected power supply must provide a current limiting to a maximum of 2.5 A. environmental conditions • Operating temperature +5°C up to +45°C • Relative humidity: 10% - 80%, non-condensing page 46 of 56 EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 © 2014 DirectOut GmbH... - Page 47 • 4 x Voltage input 2 V - 24 • 1 x DSUB-9 socket female • 4 x FET Switch (0 V - 24 V) • 1 x Voltage Source (5 V, max 200 mA) © 2014 DirectOut GmbH EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 page 47 of 56...
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Page 48: Appendix A - Wiring Sketches
DC + DC - DC - To ensure proper operation all pins should be connected. Ground is connected with the chassis of the plug (safe- ty class 1). page 48 of 56 EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 © 2014 DirectOut GmbH... -
Page 49: Dsub-9 - Gpi / Gpo
GND (FET) GPO 1 (sync input 1) GND (FET) GPO 2 (sync input 2) GND (FET) GPO 3 (BLDS input 1) GND (FET) GPO 4 (BLDS input 2) © 2014 DirectOut GmbH EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 page 49 of 56... -
Page 50: Index
Dimensions ______________________ 46 Environmental conditions ___________ 46 Environmental Conditions ___________ 18 Feature summary _________________ 10 Firmware ________________________ 21 First Aid _________________________ 13 GPI ____________________________ 34 GPO ___________________________ 36 page 50 of 56 EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 © 2014 DirectOut GmbH... - Page 51 Priority Setting ____________________ 31 Characteristics ........... 33 Examples ........... 41 Redundancy Modes _______________ 31 Sample rates _____________________ 10 Scheme __________________________ 9 Servicing ________________________ 12 Sketch DSUB-9 ............49 Hirose ............48 © 2014 DirectOut GmbH EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 page 51 of 56...
- Page 52 ® DirectOut Technologies Index Technical data ____________________ 46 Troubleshooting ___________________ 44 Updates _________________________ 14 USB ____________________________ 47 Warranty ________________________ 15 Watchdog _______________________ 35 page 52 of 56 EXBOX.BLDS Manual Version 1.1 © 2014 DirectOut GmbH...
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