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NETWORK AUDIO ADAPTERS
Thank you for purchasing TOA's Network Audio Adapter.
Please carefully follow the instructions in this manual to ensure long, trouble-free use of your equipment.
INSTALLATION SETUP MANUAL
NX-100
NX-100S

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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION SETUP MANUAL NETWORK AUDIO ADAPTERS NX-100 NX-100S Thank you for purchasing TOA's Network Audio Adapter. Please carefully follow the instructions in this manual to ensure long, trouble-free use of your equipment.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter 1: BEFORE INSTALLATIONS AND SETTINGS 1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION ..................1-2 2. FEATURES ........................1-2 3. NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS [Front] ..........................1-3 [Rear] ........................... 1-4 4. SETTING TASK FLOWS .................... 1-6 Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS 1.
  • Page 3 2. SETUP SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION AND SETTING ITEMS ....3-3 3. SETTING PROCEDURE ..................... 3-4 4. STARTUP OF INSTALLATION SETTING PROGRAM ........3-6 5. UNIT SCANNING TOOL 5.1. Screen Description ....................... 3-8 5.2. Menu 5.2.1. File ........................3-9 5.2.2. Scan ........................3-9 5.2.3.
  • Page 4 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 1. OUTLINE OF SETTING USING BROWSER ............4-2 2. SETTINGS ........................4-2 3. NETWORK SETTING ....................4-4 4. BROADCAST SPEC SETTING ................4-6 5. BROADCAST PATTERN SETTING ................ 4-9 5.1. Pattern Selection Area ....................
  • Page 5 Chapter 6: APPENDIX 1. EXPLANATION 1.1. IP Network and Address ....................6-2 1.2. Network Address Translation (NAT) and Setup Software Programs ......6-3 1.3. IP Broadcast and Unit Scan ..................6-3 1.4. Multicast and Simultaneous Multiple Broadcasts ............6-4 1.5. Packet Loss Recovery ....................

  • Page 6: Chapter 1: Before Installations And Settings

    Chapter 1 BEFORE INSTALLATIONS AND SETTINGS...

  • Page 7: General Description

    Chapter 1: BEFORE INSTALLATIONS AND SETTINGS 1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION TOA's NX-100/100S Network Audio Adapter is specially developed to transmit high-quality audio signals and such control data as serial data over IP networks such as LAN or Internet in real time.

  • Page 8: Nomenclature And Functions [Front]

    Chapter 1: BEFORE INSTALLATIONS AND SETTINGS 3. NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS [Front] • NX-100 NETWORK AUDIO ADAPTER NX-100 LNK/ACT FD/COL STATUS ERROR RESET 00-05-F9-FF-80-81 • NX-100S NETWORK AUDIO ADAPTER NX-100S INPUT LNK/ACT FD/COL SIGNAL PEAK STATUS ERROR RESET 00-05-F9-FF-80-81 1. LNK/ACT Indicator (Green) 5.

  • Page 9: [Rear]

    Chapter 1: BEFORE INSTALLATIONS AND SETTINGS [Rear] • NX-100 CONTACT OUTPUT H C E AUDIO OUTPUT DC INPUT AC ADAPTER 200mA DC INPUT 10/100M RS-232C INPUT 200mA VOLUME LINE CONTACT INPUT H C E AUDIO INPUT • NX-100S CONTACT OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 C H C E AUDIO OUTPUT...
  • Page 10 Chapter 1: BEFORE INSTALLATIONS AND SETTINGS 20. Input Volume Control [INPUT VOLUME] Adjusts the audio input level. Turn the control clockwise to increase the level and counterclockwise to decrease it. NX-100S only Adjust the control so that the Input signal indicator (3) lights and the Input peak indicator (4) does not light.

  • Page 11: Setting Task Flows

    Chapter 1: BEFORE INSTALLATIONS AND SETTINGS 4. SETTING TASK FLOWS (1) Unit Installation and Connection Refer to Chapter 2, Unit and Software Installations. (2) Software Installation Install the setup program, operation program, and Java Runtime Environment in the personal computer (PC). •...

  • Page 12: Chapter 2: Unit And Software Installations

    Chapter 2 UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS...

  • Page 13: Connections

    Connect the AC adapter* to the unit's AC adapter terminal. Pinch the cord with a clamp and securely fix it. * Use the AC adapter AD-246 (optional) or the equivalent. As for the usable adapter, consult your TOA dealer. AC adapter...

  • Page 14: Terminal Connections

    Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS 1.2. Terminal Connections To mixer, amplifier, etc. • Audio Output Terminal Connections Connect the mixer, amplifier, etc. using 2-core shielded cable. When the connected unit has an unbalanced input, make the connections as follows: Hot (H) Connected Unit NX-100/100S...
  • Page 15 Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS • Control Output Terminal Connections [Control Output Specifications] Open collector output Connect the control input terminals of all other Withstand voltage: 30 V DC connected units using 2 control lines. Control current: 50 mA maximum Pulse width: 1 s (when in Latch mode) Note...

  • Page 16: Connections To Terminal Plugs

    Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS 2. CONNECTIONS TO TERMINAL PLUGS Wire the removable terminal plugs for power input (NX-100 only), audio input and output, and control input and output as follows: [Cable size and width to strip] Application Size Width to Strip Solid cable and stranded cable For power supply terminal...

  • Page 17: Rack Mounting

    Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS 3. RACK MOUNTING Use the optional mounting hardware set when installing the unit in an equipment rack. Be sure to remove the rubber feet located on the unit's bottom surface before mounting. • Use the optional MB-15B-BK hardware set when mounting a single unit. Component parts of MB-15B-BK 3 x 4 tapping screw* Note...

  • Page 18: Mac Addresses And Installation Locations

    Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS 4. MAC ADDRESSES AND INSTALLATION LOCATIONS When making the unit's network settings, the unit's MAC address* must have a clear association with its corresponding installation location. Be sure to record the relationship during installation to facilitate later network settings.

  • Page 19: Software Installation

    Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS 5. SOFTWARE INSTALLATION 5.1. System Conditions The following minimum PC (personal computer) specifications are required in order to correctly operate the unit's software program. • OS: Windows 2000/XP • CPU: Pentium 800 MHz or greater •...

  • Page 20: Installing Java Runtime Environment

    Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS 5.3. Installing Java Runtime Environment The following procedures do not need to be carried out if J2SE Runtime Environment,5.0 Update 3 has already been installed in the PC. Step 1. Quit other activated applications before installation. Step 2.
  • Page 21 Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS Check the correct Runtime installation or version number from "Control Panel." Installation completion icon 2-10...

  • Page 22: Installing The Nx-100 Software

    Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS 5.4. Installing the NX-100 Software The NX-100 software consists of the following 2 programs. • NX-100 Setup Program (Installation Setting) Enables integrated setting of the NX-100 and NX-100S from the PC. • NX-100 Operation Program Enables integrated setting of the NX-100 and NX-100S from the PC for broadcast activation.
  • Page 23 Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS Step 2. Click the Next button. The screen "Destination Folder" will be displayed. Step 3. When installing in a different folder from the one displayed, press the Change button to select the desired folder. Press the Next button if the currently displayed folder is correct. The "Setup Type"...
  • Page 24 Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS Step 4. Select the NX-100 software program to install, then press the Next button. When installing simultaneously the NX-100 Setup Program (Installation Setting) and Operation Program, select "NX-100 Software Custom-Setup." [If something other than NX-100 Software Custom-Setup is selected] Installation will begin.

  • Page 25: Update Information

    NX-100 Operation Program: 5.4.2. Update information • The latest versions of the following software and manuals are open to the public on the Toa's download site http://www.toa-products.com/international/: NX-100 firmware, NX-100 software (Setup program and Operation program), and Instruction manuals (Installation setup manual and Operations manual). Please download them from the above web site.

  • Page 26: Installation Folder Configuration

    Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS 5.4.3. Installation folder configuration The installed software program is stored by default in C:\Program Files\TOA\NX-100. The installation folder is configured as follows. (However, the unit setting file is only created after having been set by the setup program, and the unit operation log is created after the NX-100/100S unit's first actual operation.)

  • Page 27: Chapter 3: System Settings (Nx-100 Setup Program)

    Chapter 3 SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM)

  • Page 28: General Description

    Setting contents, once saved, are saved in the data folder located inside the Setup program's installation folder (Default path: C:\Program Files\TOA\NX-100) as a unit setting file. If uploaded, these files are stored in each NX-100 and NX-100S as unit setting files. It is highly recommended that all settings be backed up.

  • Page 29: Setup Software Configuration And Setting Items

    Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 2. SETUP SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION AND SETTING ITEMS The Installation Setting Program permits settings of all items including unit scanning and network setting. First set all items using this software at the time of system installation. The following two tools are made available: [Unit Scanning Tool] Performs unit scanning and network settings.

  • Page 30: Setting Procedure

    Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 3. SETTING PROCEDURE Pattern 1: Initial On-Site Setup (1) Unit Scanning (Network Setting) • After scanning the unit using the Setup program's Unit Scanning Tool, set the IP address, default gateway, subnet mask, and unit name. •...
  • Page 31 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) Pattern 2: Uploading the programmed system setting file after scanning the connected units on-site. (1) System Setting Using the System Setting Tool, program all the units in the system, and enter their unit names and IP address numbers.

  • Page 32: Startup Of Installation Setting Program

    Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 4. STARTUP OF INSTALLATION SETTING PROGRAM Step 1. Either double-click on the Installation Setting Program icon that was created on the desktop during installation or directly double-click on the application [nx100_util.jar] installed in the Software folder. The User Authentication dialog will be displayed.
  • Page 33 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) Step 4. Click on [System Setting] when performing such system settings as broadcast configuration. When the settings are saved, a unit setting file is automatically created for each individual IP address and saved in the data folder. If a unit setting file of the same name already exists in the data folder, it is overwritten.

  • Page 34: Unit Scanning Tool

    Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 5. UNIT SCANNING TOOL Scans the units connected to the LAN. Setting data can only be uploaded into the NX-100S and NX-100 units after each unit's IP address has been correctly set by way of either the Installation Setting Program's Unit Scanning Tool or a browser. 5.1.

  • Page 35: Menu

    Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 5.2. Menu 5.2.1. File Save in setting file format (Ctrl+S): Saves scanned unit data to the PC in unit setting file format ([IP address].cfg) Exit: Exits the program. Important The [Save in setting file format] function is used to set broadcasts in the system settings after the unit scan is complete.

  • Page 36: Help

    Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 5.2.3. Help Help: Displays help contents. Version data: Indicates the version of the program in use. 5.3. Buttons (1) (2) (1) Unit scan button: Scans all the units on the LAN. (2) Setting upload button: Writes the IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, and name into the selected units.

  • Page 37: Changing The Unit Setting Values

    Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 5.5. Changing the Unit Setting Values Change the unit's setting values individually. Step 1. Double-click on the desired cell. Data can be entered. Step 2. Enter a new value. Step 3. Press the Enter key or click on another cell. Step 4.

  • Page 38: Subnet Mask And Default Gateway Settings

    Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 5.7. Subnet Mask and Default Gateway Settings The same subnet mask and default gateway numbers can be set for all selected units. Step 1. Tick the selection checkbox to select the unit. To select all units, select [Scan] → [Select all]. Step 2.

  • Page 39: System Setting Tool

    Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 6. SYSTEM SETTING TOOL Setting data can only be updated after the unit's IP address has been correctly set by way of either the Installation Setting Program's Unit Scanning Tool or a browser. 6.1.

  • Page 40: Menu

    Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 6.2. Menu 6.2.1. File Save to file (Ctrl+S): Overwrites and saves the system setting file. Reopen file (Ctrl+O): Rereads the saved system setting file. Log file download: Saves the log of all NX-100 and NX-100S operations programmed into the system. Exit: Exits the program.

  • Page 41: Buttons

    Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 6.2.5. Buttons (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (1) Save button: Saves and overwrites the system setting file. (2) NX-100 Add button: Adds NX-100 units to the network list (edit screen). (3) NX-100S Add button: Adds NX-100S units to the network list (edit screen). (4) Delete button: Deletes NX-100 and NX-100S units from the network list (edit screen).

  • Page 42: Network Setting

    Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 6.3. Network Setting Step 1. Click on the [Network] tab of the System Setting Tool. The setting screen will be displayed. Step 2. Set each item. (1) IP address Enter the unit's IP address. After the IP address is set with the Unit Scanning Tool, the assigned IP address is indicated when the unit setting file is loaded into the PC.
  • Page 43 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) [Start port No.] Enter the base number of the TCP port (other than web server, which is used by the unit). The default is "5000." Enter the number from within the range of 1 – 65532. The TCP ports are assigned as follows: Port Protocol...

  • Page 44: Broadcast Spec Setting

    Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 6.4. Broadcast Spec Setting Step 1. Click on the Broadcast Spec tab of the System Setting Tool. The setting screen will be displayed. Step 2. Select the usable bandwidth at Navigator. Selection of the usable bandwidth automatically sets recommended values except those related to Multicast.
  • Page 45 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) (2) Packet size Select the size of audio packet. The packet size cannot be changed when [Resend] is selected in the Packet loss recovery item. Smaller packet sizes result in a wider bandwidth, however delay times become shorter. (3) Compression Select [Yes] or [No].

  • Page 46: Broadcast Pattern Setting

    Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 6.5. Broadcast Pattern Setting 6.5.1. Setting new broadcast patterns Step 1. Click on the [Broadcast Pattern] tab of the System Setting Tool. The setting screen will be displayed. 3-20...
  • Page 47 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) Step 2. Press the Add button. The edit area becomes available for editing. Up to 20 patters can be set for each unit. Step 3. Enter a broadcast pattern name. Caution Avoid assigning a name already programmed. Step 4.

  • Page 48: Editing Broadcast Patterns

    Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 6.5.2. Editing broadcast patterns Step 1. Click on the [Broadcast Pattern] tab of the System Setting Tool. The setting screen will be displayed. Step 2. Click on the broadcast pattern to be edited. The setting contents are displayed in the edit area, allowing editing.

  • Page 49: Contact Setting

    Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 6.6. Contact Setting 6.6.1. Contact input setting Step 1. Click on the [Contact] tab of the System Setting Tool. Step 2. Click on the selection button for the contact input channel number. The setting contents will be displayed. Step 3.
  • Page 50 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) Step 4. Set the type to [Momentary] or [Latch]. Momentary: The designated broadcast pattern or other unit's contact output is activated during the interval that input is ON. Activation stops while the input is OFF. Latch: The designated broadcast pattern or other unit's contact output is activated when the input is turned ON, and the activation mode continues even if the input is turned OFF.

  • Page 51: Contact Output Setting

    Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 6.6.2. Contact output setting Step 1. Click on the [Contact] tab of the System Setting Tool. Step 2. Click on the selection button for contact output channel numbers. The setting contents will be displayed. Step 3.
  • Page 52 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) Step 5. Set the type to [Momentary] or [Latch]. Momentary: Provides output during the period between receiving an activation request and receiving a stop request. Latch: Provides 1 second of output upon receiving an activation request and 1 second of output upon receiving a stop request.

  • Page 53: Serial Bridge Setting

    Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 6.7. Serial Bridge Setting NX-100 only Step 1. Click on the [Serial] tab of the System Setting Tool. Step 2. Tick [Enable serial port]. The setting screen will be displayed, allowing entry of each item. Step 3.
  • Page 54 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) (3) Baud rate Select [9600], [19200], [38400], [57600] or [115200] (4) Data length Set to either [7 bits] or [8 bits]. (5) Parity Select [Even], [Odd] or [None]. (6) Stop bits Select [1 bit] or [2 bits]. (7) Flow control Select the type of flow control.

  • Page 55: System Settings

    6.9. Saving the Unit Setting Files Save the unit setting file to the specified location.* * The data folder is located in the installation folder (Default path: C:\Program Files\TOA\NX-100) of the setup program. The save location cannot be manually designated.

  • Page 56: Reopening Unit Setting Files

    [Update information] • The latest versions of the following software and manuals are open to the public on the TOA's download site http://www.toa-products.com/international/: NX-100 firmware, NX-100 software (Setup program and Operation program), and Instruction manuals (Installation setup manual and Operations manual).

  • Page 57: Changing The System Name And Password

    Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 7. CHANGING THE SYSTEM NAME AND PASSWORD Step 1. In the Installation Setting Program, click on [Password Change] on the initial screen. In the Management Setting Program, select [Help] → [Version data], and a dialog will then be displayed.

  • Page 58: Chapter 4: System Settings (Setting Using Browser)

    Chapter 4 SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER)

  • Page 59: Outline Of Setting Using Browser

    Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 1. OUTLINE OF SETTING USING BROWSER Settings can also be changed without requiring installation of the dedicated NX-100 software by individually connecting to each NX-100/100S using the browser*. For NX-100/100S units connected by way of the NAT function, such as an access via internet, perform settings from the browser.
  • Page 60 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) Step 2. Enter a user name and password, then press the OK button. Notes • For the User name, enter the system name preset as default or by change. • Both the user name and password are case-sensitive. The default system name is factory-preset to "NX-100"...

  • Page 61: Network Setting

    Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 3. NETWORK SETTING Set the NX-100/100S unit's network. This figure represents the NX-100. (1) IP Address Enter the NX-100/100S unit's IP address. (Factory-preset to "192.168.1.1.") (2) Subnet Mask Set the mask address. (Factory-preset to "255.255.255.0.") (3) Default Gateway Enter the gateway address if the unit is being used outside its assigned subnet.
  • Page 62 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) (4) Port No. Set the start port number to be used by each protocol. The assigned port numbers are indicated. [TCP Port No. Assignment] • Web server Enter the web server port number (Range: 1 –...

  • Page 63: Broadcast Spec Setting

    Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 4. BROADCAST SPEC SETTING Set the specifications that determine broadcast streaming quality. The NX-100/100S starts its broadcasts based on this setting. This figure represents the NX-100. (1) Navigator Select the usable bandwidth and type of line, and press the Set button. A recommended values will then be set.
  • Page 64 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) (2) Information Indicates the delay time, bandwidth, and whether or not broadcasts are possible when broadcasts are made using values selected in the Broadcast Spec settings. [Delay] The delay time is the duration until an audio signal received at the NX-100 and NX-100S passes through the network and is broadcast by other connected NX-100 and NX-100S units.
  • Page 65 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) (4) Network Relations [Packet Size] Select the size of audio packet. The packet size cannot be changed when [Resend] is selected in Packet Loss Recovery item. Smaller packet sizes result in a wider bandwidth, however delay times become shorter. [Packet Loss Recovery] Select one of three recovery methods used when an audio packet is lost: [Standard], [Error Correction], and [Resend].

  • Page 66: Broadcast Pattern Setting

    Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 5. BROADCAST PATTERN SETTING The broadcast pattern is determined by the combination of broadcast direction and the units targeted to receive or transmit the broadcast, and is set in the unit that initiates the broadcast. The pattern then starts the broadcast when a contact or program operation input is received.

  • Page 67: Pattern Selection Area

    Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 5.1. Pattern Selection Area (1) Programmed Pattern List Displays a list of the unit's programmed patterns, and whether or not broadcasts are possible. Patterns which cannot be broadcast due to the Broadcast Spec settings are highlighted in red with an "NG"...
  • Page 68 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) (3) Target Unit The IP addresses of the target NX-100 and NX-100S units are displayed. When "Transmission" is selected in the Direction setting, broadcasts are sent all added NX-100 and NX-100S target units. When "Reception"...

  • Page 69: Pattern Editing

    Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 5.2.2. Pattern editing When the Pattern Edit button is pressed while a programmed broadcast pattern is selected in the pattern selection area, the Edit of Pattern title and the name of the pattern before being changed are displayed. The setting contents of the pattern are also displayed in the pattern edit area for editing.

  • Page 70: Contact Setting

    Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 6. CONTACT SETTING When the NX-100/100S unit's contact input is activated, its set broadcast pattern starts broadcasting while simultaneously enabling other unit's contact outputs. Here, contact input and output settings are performed. This figure represents the NX-100. (1) Contact Selection Select the contact to be set.

  • Page 71: Contact Input Setting

    Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 6.1. Contact Input Setting Set the broadcast pattern to be started, and the contact bridge. When the contact input is selected, the screen will switch over to the contact input setting screen. Select [Enable] and set the contact input contents. (1) Operation Mode Select from [Momentary] and [Latch].
  • Page 72 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) (3) Broadcast Pattern The NX-100/100S unit's list of programmed broadcast patterns is displayed. Select the pattern to be started. Patterns which cannot be broadcast due to the Broadcast Spec settings are highlighted in red with a "NO" displayed in the corresponding "Enable"...

  • Page 73: Contact Output Setting

    Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 6.2. Contact Output Setting Set the contact output to be activated when the NX-100/100S is enabled by other unit or the operation program. Selecting a contact output will switch the display to the contact output setting screen. Select "Enable"...
  • Page 74 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) (2) Type Select from [Momentary] and [Latch]. Momentary: Provides output during the period between receiving an activation request and receiving a stop request. Latch: Provides 1 second of output upon receiving an activation request and 1 second of output upon receiving a stop request.

  • Page 75: Serial Bridge Setting Nx-100 Only

    Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) NX-100 only 7. SERIAL BRIDGE SETTING Perform serial bridge settings. (1) Enable/Disable Selection Select "Enable" when using this function. All items can be ready for entry. (2) Network Setting [Protocol] Select the serial bridge communication configuration. TCP Server: The original unit carries out communications as a TCP server.
  • Page 76 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) (3) Serial Port Setting [Baud Rate] Select [9600], [19200], [38400], [57600], or [115200] [Data Length (bit)] Select to [7 bits] or [8 bits]. [Parity] Select [Even], [Odd], or [None]. [Stop Bit] Select [1 bit] or [2 bits]. [Flow Control] Select the type of flow control.

  • Page 77: Log Management

    Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 8. LOG MANAGEMENT The unit's operation logs are displayed and saved. This figure represents the NX-100. (1) Operation Log button Displays the NX-100/100S unit's operation log. (2) Stream Log button Displays streaming reception log. (3) Log Save button Saves log as a file in the PC.

  • Page 78: Operation Log

    Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 8.1. Operation Log The operation log screen is displayed when the Operation Log button is pressed on the Log Management Menu screen. This figure represents the NX-100. [Operation button] (1) Latest button Updates the operation log to current data. (2) Prev.
  • Page 79 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) [Items in the Table] (1) Time Indicates the time the event took place. (2) Category Indicates the type of log. SESSION: Communications between units REMOTE: Control by a PC SWITCH: Monitoring of the contact input and the contact control SERIAL: Serial bridge operating status SYSTEM:...

  • Page 80: Saving Operation Logs

    Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 8.2. Saving Operation Logs Follow the procedures below to save logs to a PC: Step 1. Press the Operation Log Save button on the Log Management Menu screen. A dialog is displayed. Step 2. Press the Save Button. The screen for selecting the storage location is displayed.

  • Page 81: Stream Logs

    Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 8.3. Stream Logs The Stream Log screen is displayed when the Stream Log button is pressed on the Log Management Menu screen. This figure represents the NX-100. [Operation Button] (1) Refresh button Updates to the most recent data. (2) Clear button Deletes all stream reception logs.
  • Page 82 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) [Items in the Table] (1) Current Stream • Stream Data • Reception Log Correct Reception: The number of packets received correctly. (The number of error packets or recovered packets is not included.) Error: The number of packets whose packet length and header data are not matched.

  • Page 83: Operation Status

    Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 8.4. Operation Status The Operation Status screen is displayed when the Operation Status button is pressed on the Log Management Menu screen. This figure represents the NX-100. [Operation Button] (1) Refresh button Updates status to the most recent data. [Item in the Table] (1) Broadcast Indicates the condition of the current broadcast.

  • Page 84: System Management

    Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 9. SYSTEM MANAGEMENT This figure represents the NX-100. Note The System Management Utility area is not displayed when in Management Setting mode. [Unit Data] (1) Unit Name Enter the NX-100/100S unit's name. (2) Audio Input Unit Name Enter a name when connecting the audio input unit.
  • Page 85 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) (4) Unit Data Change button Updates only system setting data in the NX-100/100S setting file. Caution Never restart the unit or turn off the power during updates, or while the STATUS indicator on the front panel of the NX-100/100S is flashing.
  • Page 86 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) [System Management Utility] (1) Setting File Upload Uploads backed up setting files. Step 1. Press the Browse button. The Choose file dialog opens. Step 2. Select the backup file (.cfg extension), then press the Upload button. Update of the setting file begins.
  • Page 87 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) (2) Setting File Download Backs up the setting file. Step 1. Press the Download button. A dialog is displayed. Step 2. Press the Save button. A dialog is displayed. Step 3. Select the save destination and enter a filename. The default filename "[IP address].cfg"...
  • Page 88 NX-100/100S is flashing. Tips • The latest versions of the following software and manuals are open to the public on the Toa's download site http://www.toa-products.com/international/: NX-100 firmware, NX-100 software (Setup program and Operation program), and Instruction manuals (Installation setup manual and Operations manual).

  • Page 89: Chapter 5: Operation Settings (Nx-100 Operation Program)

    Chapter 5 OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM)

  • Page 90: Operation Program Summary

    Chapter 5: OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM) 1. NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM SUMMARY This operation program is used to set the control buttons used for broadcasts, and activate set NX-100 and NX-100S broadcast patterns* or operate the contact output* The broadcast pattern is determined by the combination of the contents of the sound source and the units targeted to receive the broadcast.

  • Page 91: Operation Screen Description

    Chapter 5: OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM) 3. OPERATION SCREEN DESCRIPTION This section explains the screen layout, using the accompanying operation setting screen as an example. (1) Selection Button Selects the broadcast pattern and contact output to be activated. Up to 50 buttons can be used for programming.

  • Page 92: Menu

    Chapter 5: OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM) 4. MENU 4.1. File Exit: Terminates the software program currently in use. 4.2. Settings Button setting: Set the Selection button and the Group button. Unit settings: If there is a unit that has not yet been programmed into the system using the NX-100 setup program, select this menu item to add it as the operable unit.

  • Page 93: Setting Procedures Using The Operation Program

    Chapter 5: OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM) 5. SETTING PROCEDURES USING THE OPERATION PROGRAM Before performing the setting using the Operation program Set the NX-100 and NX-100S units in the system using the NX-100 Setup program. Broadcast settings that will be activated by the operation program must all be programmed into each connected unit as the "broadcast pattern."...

  • Page 94: Unit Setting Addition

    Chapter 5: OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM) 6. UNIT SETTING ADDITION Set the broadcast pattern data necessary for the Selection button setting using the NX-100 Setup program (refer to Chapter 3). If a unit setting file has already been created, the data is automatically loaded. However, NX-100 and NX-100S units which are connected through the Internet and cannot be set with the NX-100 Setup program must be added using the Operation program.
  • Page 95 Chapter 5: OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM) Step 4. Press the Add button. A Unit Addition dialog is displayed. Step 5. Enter the IP address and port number (Web server, TCP start port number, and UDP start port number), then press the OK button. The entered data is displayed on the Unit Settings window.

  • Page 96: Setting The Selection Button Contents

    Chapter 5: OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM) 7. SETTING THE SELECTION BUTTON CONTENTS Program the broadcast pattern and the contact output activation setting into the Selection button. Step 1. Start the Operation program and select [Setting] → [Button setting]. The User Authentication screen is displayed. Step 2.
  • Page 97 Chapter 5: OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM) Step 3. Click on the Single selection button tab. The following initial Single selection button setting window is displayed. (1) (2) [Registration Contents List] (1) Enable Displays or hides the Selection buttons. (2) No. Selection button numbers.
  • Page 98 Chapter 5: OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM) Step 4. Click off the checkbox ticks in the Registration Contents List for Selection buttons not to be used on the operation screen. Buttons not marked with a tick are not displayed on the operation screen. Step 5.
  • Page 99 Step 11. Press the OK button after completing all editing tasks. The setting contents are saved to the data folder located in the installation folder (default path: C:\Program Files\TOA\NX-100) of the software program, and the Single selection button setting screen is closed.

  • Page 100: Setting The Group Button Contents

    Chapter 5: OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM) 8. SETTING THE GROUP BUTTON CONTENTS The Group button is used to simultaneously select two or more Selection buttons. Program the desired Selection buttons into the Group button. Step 1. Click on the Group button tab on the Button Setting screen (p. 5-8). The following initial Group button setting screen is displayed.
  • Page 101 Step 7. Press the OK button after completing all editing tasks. The setting contents are saved to the data folder located in the installation folder (default path: C:\Program Files\TOA\NX-100) of the software program, and the Single selection button setting screen is closed.

  • Page 102: Error Messages

    Chapter 5: OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM) 9. ERROR MESSAGES If any of the following messages is displayed in the message display area, the NX-100/100S may be malfunctioning or have failed. Message Points to Check • "OO" connection failure. The NX-100 or NX-100S unit may have •...
  • Page 103 Chapter 6 APPENDIX...

  • Page 104: Explanation

    Chapter 6: APPENDIX 1. EXPLANATION 1.1. IP Network and Address The IP networks the NX-100 and NX-100S can use include Local Area Networks (LAN) used in small-scale areas, such as within or on the premises of a company, and the Internet, which covers a wide area over remote distances.

  • Page 105: Network Address Translation (Nat) And Setup Software Programs

    Chapter 6: APPENDIX 1.2. Network Address Translation (NAT) and Setup Software Programs Because the Internet cannot be accessed using the local IP address, the local IP address must be converted into the global IP address by means of Network Address Translation (NAT). Router 1 Router 2 Internet...

  • Page 106: Multicast And Simultaneous Multiple Broadcasts

    Chapter 6: APPENDIX 1.4. Multicast and Simultaneous Multiple Broadcasts The multicast communication method can be utilized to make simultaneous broadcasts to two or more units. The advantage of multicast operation is the possibility of decreasing traffic. Networks that use multicast communication need to be supported by multicast addresses and Internet Group Management Protocol (IGMP).

  • Page 107: Indicator Status And Troubleshooting

    Continues for 30 seconds after the (for 30 seconds) unit is turned on. If this status remains unchanged over 30 seconds, this shows unit failure. Contact your TOA dealer. No audio signals Normal condition when broadcast is input and output not performed.
  • Page 108 Firmware exception handling occurrence → Push the front-mounted Reset button to restart the unit operation. If this happens frequently, contact your TOA dealer. No audio signal input NX-100S only If this happens though the Audio input terminal is connected to equipment, the cause may be the following...

  • Page 109: If A Failure Is Detected

    Chapter 6: APPENDIX 3. IF A FAILURE IS DETECTED Symptom Remedy Confirm that power is correctly connected. Cannot start up. No LEDs light. Turn power on again. Confirm that LAN cable is correctly connected. Confirm that the NX-100/100S is connected to the correct switching LNK/ACT LED does not light.
  • Page 110 4-21, Operation Log, to confirm log contents. Incorrect settings, or NX-100 or NX-100S failure may be the cause. Error message is displayed during → Refer to operation using Operation program. p. 5-14, Error Messages, for details. Forgot password. Contact TOA dealer.

  • Page 111: Nx-100

    Note: The design and specifications are subject to change without notice for improvement. • Optional products Rack mounting bracket: MB-15B-BK (for rack-mounting one NX-100 unit) MB-15B-J (for rack-mounting two NX-100 units) AC adapter: AD-246 Note: When you need the AC adapter, be sure to consult your TOA dealer.

  • Page 112: Nx-100S

    Note: The design and specifications are subject to change without notice for improvement. • Optional products Rack mounting bracket: MB-15B-BK (for rack-mounting one NX-100S unit) MB-15B-J (for rack-mounting two NX-100S units) AC adapter: AD-246 Note: When you need the AC adapter, be sure to consult your TOA dealer. 6-10...
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