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- Page 1 MKIII Installation & Service Guide Version: 1.0/3 Edition: 06 February 2021 To obtain the latest documentation and software downloads, please visit: www.lawo.com/lawo-downloads...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. Introduction ............................5 2. Important Safety Instructions ........................ 6 3. The Hardware ............................. 7 Overview ............................ 7 Frame Variants .......................... 7 Mounting Options ........................8 Channel Controls ........................9 Centre Section Controls ......................11 Overbridge Options ........................ - Page 4 Table of Contents Restarting a Bayserver or Gateserver ..................36 Replacing a Panel ........................37 Using the Hood Fastener ......................40 Replacing a Fader ........................41 Replacing a TFT Display ......................43 Calibrating a Touch-screen ....................... 44 Bayserver & Gateserver Switch Settings ..................45 Replacing a Console Power Supply ....................
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Page 5: Introduction
(after Login).. We also recommend that you carefully observe the release notes delivered with your system. Lawo User Registration For access to the Downloads area and to receive regular product updates, please register at: www.lawo.com/registration. mc²56 MKIII Installation & Service Guide Version: 1.0/3... -
Page 6: Important Safety Instructions
2. Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Please observe all of the instructions provided in the "General Safety Information for Lawo Equipment" booklet delivered with your devices. Double-click here to open the same information (as a pdf). Please also observe the "Safety Information" included in the product data sheets. These are available from the Downloads area at www.lawo.com... -
Page 7: The Hardware
The weights shown above for the "Studio Version" are for a console with no stand. Mechanical drawings and data sheets for all frame variants are available from the Downloads area at www.lawo.com (after Login). To help locate the correct data sheet, please refer to the part numbers appendix. -
Page 8: Mounting Options
3. The Hardware Mounting Options Studio Version with stand Studio Version (no stand) OB-Van Version Each frame can be ordered for either Studio or OB-Van (Mobile) mounting. The Studio version comes with wider side panels and is ready for table-top mounting. Optionally, you can order the console stand (for a free-standing frame). -
Page 9: Channel Controls
3. The Hardware Channel Controls Channel bays can be specified with either single or dual faders. 3.4.1 Single-Fader Bays As standard, each channel bay is fitted with the following control panels. 1 x Channel Display (977/13) A high resolution, touch-screen TFT display. 1 x Fader Panel 4FC (977/12) with 16 x 100mm motorised faders, 80 rotary encoders, 24 mini TFT displays, 240 push-buttons. - Page 10 3. The Hardware 3.4.2 Dual-Fader Bays Optionally, the Fader Panel 4FC (977/12) can be replaced by the Double Fader Panel (977/11) to provide a second row of short-scale fader strips at the expense of the Free Controls. The 977/11 can be fitted to individual bays as required, allowing you to combine single and dual-fader bays within the same surface.
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Page 11: Centre Section Controls
(identical to a channel bay). When fitted to the centre section, the display is known as the Central GUI. Overbridge Options Space for RTW metering and/or Lawo User Panels. The possible options are described later. Unless otherwise specified, the console ships with a blanking panel (977/90). -
Page 12: Overbridge Options
3. The Hardware Overbridge Options Space is available on the right of the Central GUI to fit an RTW meter and/or Lawo User Panel(s). The possible combinations are as follows. Unless otherwise specified, the console ships with a full height blanking panel (977/90). - Page 13 3.6.2 Lawo User Panels A single Lawo User Panel can be combined with the RTW TM7, or you can fit two panels if there is no RTW. When fitting two panels, the slots are freely configurable. The possible options are:...
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Page 14: Console Rear Panel
3. The Hardware Console Rear Panel Removable Script Tray (optional) One or more removable script trays may be ordered. The script tray glides across the top of the frame, and can be lifted on or off for removal. Ventilation Holes & Sticker The sticker shows the direction of airflow (required for convection cooling) and the minimum distance requirements (for installing the frame). -
Page 15: Ethernet Server Types
3. The Hardware Ethernet Server Types Internally, each channel and central bay is fitted with an Ethernet server. In channel bays, the server type is always the same: a Bayserver. For the central bay, there are two possibilities: either a Bayserver or Gateserver (supported from V6.4.0 onwards). - Page 16 3. The Hardware 3.9.1 Internal Wiring for Bayserver Console Schematics (Bayserver Console) On a Bayserver console, there are a further two connections from the internal network switch: ROUTER 1 and ROUTER 2. These must connect directly to the ETHERNET A ports on the Nova73 Router Modules. Only one connection is essential for operation.
- Page 17 3. The Hardware 3.9.2 Internal Wiring for Gateserver Console Schematics (Gateserver Console) On a Gateserver console, there are a further two connections which come from the Gateserver: MGMT A and MGMT B. These must connect to the same Management Network as the Core's control ports (e.g. ETHERNET B if the Core is a Nova73).
- Page 18 3. The Hardware 3.9.3 Additional Notes for Gateserver Consoles The Gateserver provides a more sophisticated computing engine that can boot on its own once power is supplied to the control surface. To achieve this, the Gateserver has its own SSD storage containing the boot image. This must be updated separately using the mxUpdater utility (included with mxGUI).
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Page 19: Installation
"Accessories" box. Any optional components are delivered in their own packing boxes. Please check the contents of the shipping boxes, and in the event of any transport damage, contact your local Lawo representative or email support@lawo.com. Packing List Included The following items are included with the control surface (in the "Accessories"... -
Page 20: Mounting The Frame
The dimensions and weight vary depending on the frame variant and control panel options. Mechanical drawings and data sheets for all frame variants are available from the Downloads area at www.lawo.com (after Login). To help locate the correct data sheet, please refer to the part numbers appendix. -
Page 21: Minimum Distances For Control Surface Mounting
4. Installation Minimum Distances for Control Surface Mounting Studio Frame (with stand) OB Van Frame mc²56 MKIII Installation & Service Guide Version: 1.0/3 21/59... -
Page 22: Installing The Console Keyboard
4. Installation Installing the Console Keyboard The USB keyboard (included in the "Accessories" box) is designed to be floating and positioned on top of the control surface or script tray when it is needed. Usually it is connected to one of the USB ports on the front buffer (below the centre section arm rest). -
Page 23: Fitting The Script Tray
4. Installation Fitting the Script Tray The script tray (959/41 or 959/42) is designed to be easily lifted on and off the console so that it may be removed when not required. Please note that there is no locking mechanism to anchor the script tray to the console, and so it must be removed for transportation. -
Page 24: Wiring From The Control Surface
4. Installation Wiring from the Control Surface The console rear panel provides the following connections: · MAINS 1 & MAINS 2 - AC mains power. Only one connection is essential for operation; the second provides redundancy. · CASE - control surface grounding. ·... -
Page 25: Power
4. Installation 4.10 Power The control surface is powered by dual-redundant power supplies which are fitted internally within the frame. To operate the console, only one of the supplies is required. When both supplies are operational, the load is shared. 4.10.1 PSU Block Locations All of the standard frame sizes are powered from a single PSU block (fitted inside the central bay). -
Page 26: Grounding
4. Installation 4.11 Grounding Although operator protection is guaranteed (the control surface is connected to the ground of the power supply system via the IEC power connectors), it is best to establish an additional ground for EMC reasons. Fasten the grounding cable to the rear of the frame using the CASE grounding screw (M5 x 12mm): The control surface must be on the same potential as all other system devices/modules. -
Page 27: Control
Connections are made via TCP/IP Ethernet. Lawo may deliver a suitable network switch with the system. This could be replaced by any other suitable switch fabric that provides comparable performance. You must use a network switch and NOT a hub, and keep the Management Network separate from other traffic within the installation. -
Page 28: Installing Extender Frames
If you are adding Extenders to an existing console, then you will need to purchase a switch before continuing. For advice, please contact your local Lawo representative or email support@lawo.com. Installation Extender frames should be mounted, powered and grounded in the same manner as the main frame. -
Page 29: Local Io
16 x Mic/Line IN - wired to 2 x 37-pin, D-type (female). Option to switch MIC IN 16 to XLR. · 1 x 64-channel MADI - available via SFP. To use this port, you must fit a Lawo-certified module. ·... - Page 30 Network Speed: 1000, 100 or 10 Base-TX LAN. 1000 Base-TX (Gigabit Ethernet) is recommended. · Length: up to 80m. To use the optical fiber ports you must fit a Lawo-certified module. The SFP determines the cable type, connector and maximum distance.
- Page 31 Please DO NOT attempt to connect the streaming ports using an unqualifying IP network, as correct operation cannot be guaranteed. You can find more details about the data network requirements and suitable components in the Lawo IP Networking Guide. mc²56 MKIII Installation & Service Guide Version: 1.0/3...
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Page 32: Sfp Modules
SFP Modules The following SFP modules are available for the relevant MADI and RAVENNA/AES67 ports. All SFPs must be Lawo-certified (as listed below). SFPs are not included and must be ordered separately. You will need one SFP for each port. -
Page 33: Front Buffer Connections
4. Installation 4.16 Front Buffer Connections The following connections can be found on the front buffer (beneath the trackball). 1 x ETH A Network Port Connects to the control surface internal network (ETHERNET A). 4 x USB 2.0 Ports · 3 x USB - connect to the mc control system. -
Page 34: Connecting A Talkback Mic
4. Installation 4.17 Connecting a Talkback Mic Front Panel User Buttons & Connector Rear Panel Connectors The female XLR on the front panel can be used to connect a talkback microphone. It is wired directly to the male XLR (marked TB) on the console's rear panel. Note that the console does not include a dedicated talkback mic preamp, and so the rear panel TB connector must be wired either to an external communications system (via a mic preamp), or to one of the console's local mic/line inputs (via the rear panel). -
Page 35: Service Procedures
(after Login). If you need further assistance, the Lawo Support Department can be contacted by email at support@lawo.com, or by telephone during normal working hours - please visit the Support area of the Lawo website for the most up-to-date contact details. -
Page 36: Restarting A Bayserver Or Gateserver
5. Service Procedures Restarting a Bayserver or Gateserver Each bay has its own Ethernet server which can be restarted from the front panel. The procedure is the same for Bayservers (in channel bays) and the Gateserver (in the centre section). Note that if you restart the Gateserver, then this will affect the whole console. -
Page 37: Replacing A Panel
5. Service Procedures Replacing a Panel Each control surface panel can be replaced without affecting the rest of the system. Please see Channel Controls Centre Section Controls for a description of the panel options. DO NOT attempt to open the frame without first disconnecting the mains supply. Remove the screws at the bottom of the panel using a T20 Torx driver. - Page 38 5. Service Procedures Use the Hood Fastener to keep the panel in place while you work: Fader Panel (977/12) Remove the connectors, taking note of where each one is fitted. The Fader Panel 4FC (977/12) has 1 x Display Port, 1 x USB and 1 x power. The Double Fader Panel (977/11) has 2 x Display Port, 2 x USB and 1 x power.
- Page 39 5. Service Procedures 5.3.1 Connecting a Double Fader Panel (977/11) When replacing a Double Fader Panel (977/11), it is important to fit the two Display Port connectors correctly: · DP 2 (on the Bayserver) must connect to the upper faders Display Port. ·...
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Page 40: Using The Hood Fastener
5. Service Procedures Using the Hood Fastener The Hood Fastener can be used to keep a Fader or Central Panel in place while you work. DO NOT attempt to open the frame without first disconnecting the mains supply. Follow the previous section's steps to lift the panel - you will see the Hood Fastener stowed safely within the frame. -
Page 41: Replacing A Fader
5. Service Procedures Replacing a Fader An individual fader unit can be replaced by removing the Fader Panel from the console. Note that the illustrations below show how to do this on a mc 36 MKI. However, the same procedure can be performed on a mc²56 MKIII console. - Page 42 5. Service Procedures Turn the panel face-down and remove the fader unit. Note that the unit will be loose, and so it helps to support it from behind as you turn the panel. You are now ready to fit the replacement. Insert the new fader unit into position.
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Page 43: Replacing A Tft Display
5. Service Procedures Replacing a TFT Display Each of the touch-screen displays can be replaced without affecting the rest of the system. If you need to replace the centre section display, then connect an mxGUI computer so that it can run online and provide continued access to central GUI operations. -
Page 44: Calibrating A Touch-Screen
5. Service Procedures Calibrating a Touch-screen The Channel and Central GUI touch-screen displays are calibrated before leaving the factory and require no further calibration by the customer. 44/59 Version: 1.0/3 mc²56 MKIII Installation & Service Guide... -
Page 45: Bayserver & Gateserver Switch Settings
5. Service Procedures Bayserver & Gateserver Switch Settings Within each channel and central bay, individual panels and displays connect to an Ethernet Bayserver or Gateserver (mounted inside the frame). In both cases, the servers have a number of switches which are used as follows. - Page 46 5. Service Procedures 5.8.1 Adjusting the Bayserver Settings The instructions below apply to a channel Bayserver. Note that the settings for a Gatesever can be adjusted in a similar manner. The Bayserver (or Gateserver) is mounted inside the console frame. Therefore, you will need to lift a panel to access its switches.
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Page 47: Replacing A Console Power Supply
Then remove the Overbridge panel to the right of the display: Note that this can be a blanking panel, RTW metering panel and/or a Lawo User panel. In the case of RTW and User panels, take care to unplug the connectors before lifting the panel out of the frame. - Page 48 5. Service Procedures Using a T20 Torx driver, disconnect the PSU block from its distribution board by loosening the 8 screws shown in blue below. Remove the grounding cable by loosening its screw. Using a small pair of pliers, remove the two signal connectors (which go to the BayServer): Note that you will need to carefully pinch the signal connector, using your pliers, to remove it from the PSU: Steps 4, 5 and 6 allow the PSU block to be removed with all of its cables (power, grounding and signal).
- Page 49 5. Service Procedures Using a 8mm hex socket, remove the six nuts holding the PSU block in place: Take care NOT to drop any nuts or washers into the desk. Remove the PSU block from the frame. Now fit the replacement and secure using the six hex nuts shown in step 7. Replace the power, signal and grounding cables (see steps 4 to 6).
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Page 50: Replacing The Local Io
5. Service Procedures 5.10 Replacing the Local IO The local IO exists as a self-contained unit which is mounted inside the control surface beneath the Central GUI and Overbridge: To replace the local IO unit, you will need to disconnect all of its cabling from the rear panel, and remove the Central Panel, Central GUI TFT display and Overbridge panel(s). - Page 51 5. Service Procedures Now loosen the local IO unit from the console frame. There are two hex nuts, one at either side, holding the unit in place: Remove the two nuts completely and place them carefully to one side. Take care NOT to drop any nuts into the frame. Carefully remove the unit by sliding it upwards and out of the console frame.
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Page 52: Replacing The Network Switch
5. Service Procedures 5.11 Replacing the Network Switch The internal network switch, which distributes the ETHERNET A connections, is mounted inside the control surface below the Overbridge. Internally, it is located on the right of the Local IO carrier unit: To replace the switch, you will need to remove the Central panel, Central GUI display and Overbridge panel. -
Page 53: Appendices
6.1.1 Data Sheets Further technical information can be found in the product data sheets available from the Downloads area at www.lawo.com (after Login). To help locate the correct data sheet, please use the part numbers listed above. mc²56 MKIII Installation & Service Guide Version: 1.0/3... -
Page 54: Wiring Diagrams
6. Appendices Wiring Diagrams The following diagrams show the control surface internal wiring in more detail. In each case, double-click on a link to open the diagram (as a pdf). · Cabling: Audio Wiring · Cabling: Control & Power 54/59 Version: 1.0/3 mc²56 MKIII Installation &... -
Page 55: Connector Pin-Outs & Io Specifications
6. Appendices Connector Pin-Outs & IO Specifications The following connectors appear either on the rear panel or front buffer. 6.3.1 Mic/Line In 37-pin D-type connector (DB37), female. All MIC/LINE IN connections are electronically balanced and floating (suitable for balanced or unbalanced use). They feature a discrete class-A preamplifier with superb performance at both low (mic) and high (line) levels. - Page 56 6. Appendices 6.3.2 Talkback (TB) 3-pin XLR connector, male. This connector is wired from the 3-pin female XLR Talkback connector on the front panel. 6.3.3 Line Out 37-pin D-type connector (DB37), male. All LINE OUT connections are electronically balanced and floating (suitable for balanced or unbalanced use). For LINE OUTs, the maximum analog level can be adjusted to +12, +15, +18, +21 or +24 dBu relative to digital full scale (dBFS).
- Page 57 The console's MADI interface conforms to AES 10, and supports up to 64 bi-directional channels at 48kHz, or 32-channels at 96kHz. To use the interface you must fit a Lawo-certified module. The SFP determines the cable type and connector. The maximum distance depends on the cable type.
- Page 58 6. Appendices 6.3.6 GPIO 37-pin D-type connector (DB37), female. 6.3.7 Headphones 6.35mm stereo jack connector. 58/59 Version: 1.0/3 mc²56 MKIII Installation & Service Guide...
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Page 59: Smpte St2022-7 (Sps)
Within Lawo systems, the two paths are usually known as the primary (red) and secondary (blue) networks. For partnering connections between the Core and a remote IO device, the streams are created automatically by the AdminHD configuration.