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USER MANUAL FOR
AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR
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May 27
, 2024
NOTE: THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS MANUAL IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AS THE PRODUCT IS IN ACTIVE DEVELOPMENT.

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL FOR AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR May 27 , 2024 NOTE: THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS MANUAL IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AS THE PRODUCT IS IN ACTIVE DEVELOPMENT.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    AIB-3000 Wiring Diagram .................... 18 Connecting the AIB-3000 to the Cinema Network ............ 19 Connecting the AIB-3000 to a Digital Cinema Server ..........20 AIB-3000 with GDC-SR-1000/ GDC SR-1000 Extreme IMB ..........20 AIB-3000 with GDC-SR-1000 Extreme – 24 IMB ..............21 Connecting the AIB-3000 to Cinema Amplifiers ............
  • Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS 13.2 Connecting the AIB-3000 to the PC Tool..............38 13.3 Overview of the PC Tool Interface ................41 Device Controls and Profile tab ..................41 Input Setting tab ........................47 Room Level tab ........................49 Channel tune tab ........................50 Channel delay tab ......................54 Surround Bass Management tab ..................56...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTACTS AND OFFICES Website Contact Us Worldwide Offices 24/7 Support USER MANUAL FOR AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR - 3 - May 27 , 2024...

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    CONNECTIONS TO THE MAINS SHALL BE DONE ONLY BY AN ELECTROTECHNICALLY SKILLED PERSON ACCORDING TO THE NATIONAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE COUNTRIES WHERE THE UNIT IS SOLD. USER MANUAL FOR AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR - 4 - May 27 , 2024...
  • Page 6 PERSONNEL FOLLOWING APPLICABLE SAFETY RULES. DO NOT ALLOW INSTALLING OF THIS UNIT IF INSTALLATION HARDWARE IS BROKEN, BENT, PARTS ARE MISSING OR IS OTHERWISE DAMAGED. USER MANUAL FOR AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR - 5 - May 27 , 2024...

  • Page 7: Regulatory Information

    Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement. The device can be used in portable exposure conditions without restriction. USER MANUAL FOR AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR - 6 - May 27...

  • Page 8: Dimensions

    3. DIMENSIONS 3 DIMENSIONS Figure 1: Dimensions of AIB-3000 Unit USER MANUAL FOR AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR - 7 - May 27 , 2024...

  • Page 9: Product Specifications

    2x Male HD-25 balanced Frequency range 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz Redundant analog output CH1-16 100 Ohms (balanced) or Impedance 50 Ohms (unbalanced) Maximum output level +13 dBu USER MANUAL FOR AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR - 8 - May 27 , 2024...
  • Page 10 Table 1 * NOTE: In the 5.1/7.1 configuration, it is possible to choose a specific channel. In the 15.1 configuration, the channel is fixed to the LCR mix. USER MANUAL FOR AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR - 9 - May 27...

  • Page 11: Routing Diagram

    5. ROUTING DIAGRAM 5 ROUTING DIAGRAM Figure 2: AIB-3000 Routing Diagram...

  • Page 12: Ethernet/ Aes3/ Analog Out Connection

    6. ETHERNET/ AES3/ ANALOG OUT CONNECTION 6 ETHERNET/ AES3/ ANALOG OUT CONNECTION Analog outputs, balanced lines Analog outputs, unbalanced lines ETH port input AES3 input USER MANUAL FOR AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR - 11 - May 27 , 2024...

  • Page 13: Introduction To Aib-3000

    7 INTRODUCTION TO AIB-3000 About the AIB-3000 The GDC AIB-3000 is a standalone 5.1/7.1/15.1 Cinema Audio Processor is compatible with all current and legacy media blocks. The AIB-3000 creates a sensational surround sound experience for certified ‘DTS Surround Cinema’ auditoriums by achieving precise sound system calibration and full-range surrounds with its enhanced Bass Management.

  • Page 14: Front And Rear Panel Overview

    This Type-B USB connector is used for PC/Laptop connection and Firmware upgrade for the device. ③ → LCD DISPLAY: This display shows the audio levels and AIB-3000 information. Refer to Section 10 for more details. ④ → BUTTONS: 4a. AES - Pressing this button will switch to AES3 digital input [④ @ Rear Panel] and the button will illuminate to indicate the selection.
  • Page 15 Interface or PC Tool. Note that for 15.1 configuration, the channel is fixed to the LCR downmix. ⑦ → POWER: This is the power button which can be used to switch the unit ON or OFF. USER MANUAL FOR AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR - 14 - May 27...

  • Page 16: Rear Panel Description

    There are no functional limitations to using the +12V DC backup power. When the Main Power ③ → LAN: supply is cut off, the AIB-3000 will automatically switch over to the backup power supply. This Ethernet port uses an RJ-45 connector with activity LEDs and provides an interface for communication with a Theatre Management System.
  • Page 17 By default, the Monitor OUT provides a L+C+R summation (‘Left’, ‘Center’ and ‘Right’ channels) of the AES3 inputs to the AIB-3000 or the audio input on Channel 16. LCR is the default option for the Monitor output, which can be changed from the Web Interface or PC Tool.

  • Page 18: Installation And Connections

    9 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 9.1 Installation The AIB-3000 unit occupies 2U space and can be placed on a solid and stable surface or mounted in a standard equipment rack. Before mounting or installing the unit, ensure that its power cable is disconnected from the power supply completely.

  • Page 19: Aib-3000 Wiring Diagram

    9. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 9.3 AIB-3000 Wiring Diagram Figure 5...

  • Page 20: Connecting The Aib-3000 To The Cinema Network

    Figure 6: Connect AIB-3000 to Connect the LAN port [③ @ Rear Panel] of the AIB-3000 to the Management Network switch of the cinema using CAT5e (or greater) Ethernet cable, as shown in Figure 6. It is also recommended to have a 1 Gbps (1,000 Mbps) network connection.

  • Page 21: Connecting The Aib-3000 To A Digital Cinema Server

    AIB-3000 with GDC-SR-1000/ GDC SR-1000 Extreme IMB To connect the GDC SR-1000 IMB or GDC SR-1000 Extreme IMB to the AIB-3000, connect the AUDIO AES ports on the IMB (A-TOP for 5.1/7.1 configuration OR A-TOP and A-BOT for 15.1 configuration) to the AIB-3000 AES Input ports (④a @ Rear Panel;...

  • Page 22: Aib-3000 With Gdc-Sr-1000 Extreme - 24 Imb

    AIB-3000 with GDC-SR-1000 Extreme – 24 IMB To connect the GDC SR-1000 Extreme - 24 IMB to the AIB-3000, connect the AUDIO AES ports on the IMB ports (④a and ④b @ Rear Panel; AES1-8, AES9-16 and AES17-24 for 15.1 configuration with HI/VI-N) (A-TOP, A-BOT and AUDIO AES 17-24 for 15.1 configuration with HI/VI-N) to the AIB-3000 AES Input...

  • Page 23: Connecting The Aib-3000 To Cinema Amplifiers

    ANALOG OUTPUT [⑧ and ⑨ @ Rear Panel; CH1-8, CH9-16 and BM1/BM2] to the analog inputs of the analog To connect the AIB-3000 to the cinema Amplifiers, connect the required number of channels from the AIB-3000 Amplifiers, using Phoenix connectors along with good quality Line Level audio cables (refer to Figure 9).

  • Page 24: Typical Application Use-Cases

    9. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 9.7 Typical Application Use-Cases Case 1: AIB-3000 used as a 7.1 ‘DTS Surround’ Audio Processor with Crossover and Bass Management. AIB-3000 ‘DTS Surround’ Solution Figure 10: In this particular solution, the AIB-3000 is used as a 7.1 ‘DTS Surround’ Audio Processor which provides 8-Channel analog output on CH 1-8 along with Crossover output on CH 9-16 (except CH 13 and 14) and Bass Management output on BM1 and BM2.
  • Page 25 CH 1-8 and CH 9-16. Note that the audio processing for 16-Channels will take place in the AIB-3000 itself. For such a setup, the following configuration needs to be done on the PC Tool: Under the Profile tab, select the ‘DSP’ option for the ▪...
  • Page 26 BM2. Note that the audio processing for 16-Channels will take place in the SR-1000 Extreme/Extreme -24 IMB (license needed) and the processing for 2 Bass Management channels will take place in the AIB-3000. For such a setup, the following configuration needs to be done on the PC Tool: Under the Profile tab, select the ‘Bypass’...

  • Page 27: Lcd Display Overview

    10 LCD DISPLAY OVERVIEW The LCD Display provided on the Front Panel of the AIB-3000 makes it simple for the user to quickly check the system status. When the device is powered ON, the ‘Home’ screen is displayed on the LCD Display by default.

  • Page 28: Menu Options

    This parameter enables the user to change the language the LCD Display screens. Currently, the language options available are ‘English’ and ‘Chinese ( 中文 )’. USER MANUAL FOR AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR - 27 - May 27 , 2024...
  • Page 29 ‘Port number’ within the Web Interface or PC Tool, in order to establish a connection. ⑥ → MCU Firmware: This parameter displays the current system software version of the AIB-3000 unit. Refer to Section 14 for more details regarding AIB-3000 system software upgrade.

  • Page 30: Aib-3000 Remote Controls

    Volume Control, MUTE control, setting Center channel output to Left and Right channels (BYPASS), etc. As illustrated in Figure 15, the AIB-3000 can be controlled from the GDC SR-1000 IMB by adding it as a ‘NETWORKSOCKET’ device in the SR-1000 Automation settings. For more details regarding adding an automation device, refer to the ‘GDC SR-1000 User Manual’.

  • Page 31: Aib-3000 Web Interface

    Make sure your computer is in the same network as the AIB-3000 and has the same network mask. Open a web browser and enter the default IP of the AIB-3000 in the address bar. The login page for the AIB-3000 Web Interface will be displayed, as shown in Figure 16. Enter the login credentials and click on the Sign In button.

  • Page 32: About The Aib-3000 Web Interface

    12. AIB-3000 WEB INTERFACE 12.3 About the AIB-3000 Web Interface The navigation sidebar of the AIB-3000 Web Interface provides access to the Status and Setup tabs. Click the desired tab to display the corresponding screen. Status tab The Status tab duplicates some of the controls available on the device’s Front Panel as well as provide certain configuration options for the audio processing.
  • Page 33 HI and VI-N channels. The following AES output channels are available: [HI/VI] AES7 – 8 ▪ AES11 – 12 ▪ AES17 – 18 ▪ ▪ AES23 - 24 USER MANUAL FOR AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR - 32 - May 27 , 2024...
  • Page 34 12. AIB-3000 WEB INTERFACE Allows the user to select the function for AES output channels CH13 and CH14. Note that the AIB-3000 uses Ch. 13 and 14 for Bass Management processing. There are two options available: ▪ ▪ Bypass Bypass...
  • Page 35 Allows the user to save all the changes made to various setup and control options available under the Status tab. [SAVE] NOTE: Any updates which are made to the configuration/controls under the Status tab, will not reflect on the AIB-3000 device unless Save button is clicked after making those changes. Table 2...

  • Page 36: Setup Tab

    12. AIB-3000 WEB INTERFACE Setup tab The Setup tab provides access to the network configuration for the AIB-3000 as well as edit auditorium-related information associated with the installed device. Figure 18: Setup Tab Sr. No. Name Function Description Displays information related to the auditorium where the device is installed, which include the following: ▪...
  • Page 37 Displays system information related to the device, which includes the following: [Device Information] ▪ FW Version ▪ Create Date ▪ SW Version Table 3 USER MANUAL FOR AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR - 36 - May 27 , 2024...

  • Page 38: Using The Pc Tool

    It provides tools for audio processing functions such as equalization, delays, output levels, input matrix, etc. Get in touch with GDC Technical Support in order to obtain the PC Tool software file for the AIB-3000. 13.1 Accessing the PC Tool ®...

  • Page 39: Connecting The Aib-3000 To The Pc Tool

    13.2 Connecting the AIB-3000 to the PC Tool The AIB-3000 device can be connected to the PC Tool using two methods which are described below. Method 1: via USB → Using this method; the PC/Laptop which is running the PC Tool software ▪...
  • Page 40 Ensure that the network interface of PC/Laptop is set to the same subnet as the AIB-3000 device. Connect one end the network cable to the LAN port [③ @ Rear Panel] of the AIB-3000 unit and the other end to LAN port of the PC/Laptop (or the cinema’s network switch).
  • Page 41 13. USING THE PC TOOL IMPORTANT: When the AIB-3000 device is connected to the PC Tool software using either USB or Network method, the LCD Display of the device will continue to display the ‘Home’ screen information as shown in Figure 24.

  • Page 42: Overview Of The Pc Tool Interface

    Sr. No. Name Function Description Allows the user to select a particular user preset and load the corresponding audio processing configuration to the device. [Load] USER MANUAL FOR AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR - 41 - May 27 , 2024...
  • Page 43 Profile tab, the HI/VI, CH13/14 settings, Main Fader Level selected Input source. Allows the user to import configuration and settings from a configuration [Import] file (.ys). USER MANUAL FOR AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR - 42 - May 27 , 2024...
  • Page 44 Allows the user to mix the Center channel to the Left and Right channels. [BYPASS] Note that the BYPASS option is clickable only when the input source is selected. USER MANUAL FOR AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR - 43 - May 27 , 2024...
  • Page 45 PC Tool. A ‘Disconnect’ message will be displayed in Red color when the connection between the device and PC Tool is terminated. USER MANUAL FOR AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR - 44 - May 27...
  • Page 46 ‘Server’, the corresponding In case the Fader Control IP Address Port number for the digital cinema server can be mentioned under this section. USER MANUAL FOR AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR - 45 - May 27 , 2024...
  • Page 47 ▪ ▪ AES23 - 24 Allows the user to select the function for AES output channels CH13 and CH14. Note that the AIB-3000 uses Ch. 13 and 14 for Bass Management processing. There are two options available: ▪ ▪ Bypass...

  • Page 48: Input Setting Tab

    Chanel Assignment routing matrix which ensures that the audio channels from the digital cinema server are routed to the desired output channels on the AIB-3000, to ensure that auditorium speakers receive the correct audio signals. This section will be enabled when AES5.1/7.1/15.1...
  • Page 49 Non-Sync/Mic and Non-Sync (stereo) inputs under the respective routing matrix, by selecting the toggle button against the destination AIB-3000 outputs. When selected, the toggle button will be highlighted in Green color. Clicking on any highlighted toggle button again will de-select the assignment.

  • Page 50: Room Level Tab

    Function Name and Description Room Level This tab is where the user can set the output levels of the AIB-3000. It allows the user to set the individual Gain of each channel (for a total of 16 channels). The adjustment range is between -40dB to 8dB, in 0.1dB steps.

  • Page 51: Channel Tune Tab

    The adjustment range is between -40dB to 8dB, in 0.1dB step. 15.c Channel Gain The desired Gain value for the selected channel, can be set using the slider. USER MANUAL FOR AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR - 50 - May 27 , 2024...
  • Page 52 ▪ 15.f Xover To understand how to configure crossovers on the AIB-3000, consider the example provided below: A tri-amplified speaker has crossover points of 500Hz and 1700Hz. In this case, the user would have to create a channel assignment in which the L, C and R channels are assigned to their respective outputs as well as additional channels for the extra crossover bands.
  • Page 53 This process would need to be repeated for the Right and Center channels as well. Note that a two-way crossover can also be created by using the above method. USER MANUAL FOR AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR - 52 - May 27...
  • Page 54 EQ gain values. Then, select the destination channel from the ‘Active Channel’ section to which the EQ gain values need to be copied to and click the Paste EQ button. Table 7 USER MANUAL FOR AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR - 53 - May 27 , 2024...

  • Page 55: Channel Delay Tab

    Channel Delay When enabled, it allows the user to enter the Global Delay value. It 16.b Global Delay applies the delay to all the audio channels. USER MANUAL FOR AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR - 54 - May 27 , 2024...
  • Page 56 Calculate button. Based, on the entered values, the ‘Surround Delay’ time (in milliseconds) will be calculated and displayed in the field below. Table 8 USER MANUAL FOR AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR - 55 - May 27 , 2024...

  • Page 57: Surround Bass Management Tab

    Function Name and Description Surround Bass Management [The AIB-3000 uses Ch. 13 and 14 for Bass Management processing] Allows the user to select the surround speaker channel(s) for Bass Management processing on the BM1 output. The user can also set the individual Gain of each selected channel (for BM1 output, Channels 5, 7, 9, 11, 13 and 15 can be selected).

  • Page 58: Points To Note While Configuring Bass Management

    Type) and Channel Gain (Level) settings under the Channel tune tab. ▪ Audio processing for Ch. 13 and Ch. 14 should not be done under the Channel tune tab, when Bass Management is used. USER MANUAL FOR AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR - 57 - May 27 , 2024...

  • Page 59: Upgrading The Aib-3000 System Software

    3000 packaging). Connect the Type-A end of the USB cable to the USB port on the PC/Laptop and connect the Type-B end to the USB port [② @ Front Panel] of the AIB-3000 unit, as shown in Figure 31. Figure 31: Connect PC/Laptop to AIB-3000 using USB Step ②...
  • Page 60 14. UPGRADING THE AIB-3000 SYSTEM SOFTWARE When in AIB-3000 enters upgrade mode, the LCD Display of the device will show “Upgrade…” message (refer to Figure 33). Figure 33: Upgrade message on LCD Display Step ③ Run the Upgrade Tool software on the PC/Laptop, by double-clicking on the “UpGradeTool.exe” file. The Upgrade Tool interface window will be displayed, as shown in Figure 34.
  • Page 61 After selecting the upgrade file, click on the usb upgrade information’ section will display the progress, as shown in Figure 36. Figure 36: Start USB Upgrade USER MANUAL FOR AIB-3000 16-CHANNEL CINEMA AUDIO PROCESSOR - 60 - May 27 , 2024...
  • Page 62 Upgrade Tool interface. Figure 37: Upgrade complete The updated software version for the AIB-3000 will now be displayed in the PC Tool (within the Profile tab, under ‘System info’ section) as shown in Figure 38. Figure 38...
  • Page 63 GDC Technology manufacturing facility is ISO 9001:2015 certified. Copyright © 2024 GDC Technology Limited. All rights reserved. All trademarks listed in this manual are properties of their respective owners. Specifications are subject to change without notice due to ongoing product development and improvement.

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