Slot B - Singe-Port MADI ................40 Slot C - Converter AD/DA, Mic, AES3 ............44 Word clock ....................56 Clocking ....................... 57 USB ......................58 MIDI ......................58 GPIO ......................59 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 3 of 142...
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Maintenance ....................85 CHAPTER 7: Technical Data Index Appendix A - DSUB-25 Pin assignment Appendix B - DSUB-9 Pin assignment Appendix C - Dimensions Appendix D - System Update & License Installation page 4 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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N OT E S are used for important points of clarification or cross references. WAR NI N GS! alert you when an action should always be observed. Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 7 of 142...
I/O, dual network audio, DSP functions, sample rate conversion and powerful hard- and software. PRODIGY.MP has been designed to address numerous applications in live sound, broadcast, installation and recording, and it’s hardware can be configured to specific requirements.
(84 V to 264 V AC / 47 Hz to 63 Hz / safety class 1) * see „Slots - Connecting Audio“ on page 31 for a comprehensive description of the different modules available. Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 9 of 142...
I/Os with the DSP processing blocks - such as Flex Channels, Matrix Mixer, Summing Busses and Plug-Ins (EQ, Delay, Dynamics). Applications PRODIGY.MP can be used for bidirectional conversion between analog and digital signals, signal processing, signal distribution, conversion between network audio formats, streaming audio, conversion between audio networks and MADI environments, conversion of different MADI signals.
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Phones Slot B2 Slot A2 Slot C4 Slots: • Slot A - Audio Network / Multi-port MADI Modules • Slot B - Single-port MADI Modules • Slot C - Converter Modules Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 11 of 142...
We would like to remind you to please check carefully whether the failure is caused by erroneous configuration, operation or connection before sending parts for repair. page 12 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
Check their pulse and reanimate if their respiration is poor. Lay the body down and turn it to one side. Call for a doctor immediately. • Having sustained an electric shock, always consult a doctor. Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 13 of 142...
This guide refers to System Build 21. Intended Operation PRODIGY.MP is designed for signal processing / conversion / routing between analog, digital and audio network signals. Digital audio refers to AES3 and AES10, audio network refers to Dante, AVB/MILAN, SoundGrid and RAVENNA (including AES67 and SMPTE ST 2110-30 / -31).
Hainichener Str. 66a 09648 Mittweida Germany Only stamped parcels will be accepted! WEEE-Reg.-No. DE 64879540 Contact DirectOut GmbH Hainichener Str. 66a, 09648 Mittweida, Germany Phone: +49 (0)3727 5650-00 Mail: sales@directout.eu www.directout.eu Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 15 of 142...
CHAPTER 2: Legal issues & facts Contents The contents of your PRODIGY.MP package should include: • 1 x PRODIGY.MP (19’’, 2 RU) • 2 x power chord with self locking mechanism • 1 x Instruction Leaflet The device provides slots for audio network modules, MADI modules and converter modules.
ANDIAMO or MAVEN or PRODIGY unit. BREAKOUT.AN8 - analog input / output, 8 channels Article code: DOBOB0889 BREAKOUT.AN16I - analog input, 16 channels Article code: DOBOB0890 BREAKOUT.AN16O - analog output, 16 channels Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 17 of 142...
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Digital patch cable for connection with DOCAA0332 BREAKOUT.AES or AESid transferring 8 audio channels, length 0.5 m DSUB25.AES100 Digital patch cable for connection with DOCAA0333 BREAKOUT.AES or AESid transferring 8 audio channels, length 0.5 m page 18 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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- 5.00 dBm - 3.00 dBm (Receiver overload) Temperature (min) 0° Celsius 0° Celsius Temperature (max) 70° Celsius 70° Celsius Type of DDM/DOM internal internal Extinction Ratio 8.20 dB 9 dB Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 19 of 142...
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• SFP Optical Transceiver, optical LC Single Mode (No: DOICT0133) Specification Copper - RJ45 Optical - LC single mode Distance 100 m via CATe cable 2000 m Wavelength 1310 nm Datarate 12 Mbit/s to 1.25 Gbit/s 2.67 GBit/s page 20 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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For installation of separately delivered modules follow the instructions in the manual enclosed with the packaging of the modules. A Slots - see page 32 B Slots - see page 40 C Slots - see page 44 page 22 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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WA R N IN G ! This device must be connected to the mains using the three-cord power leads supplied with the system. Only supply the voltages and signals indicated (84 V – 264 V). Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 23 of 142...
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Select the port of the network where your device is connected to Sidebar - My Devices - Click Discovery Methods and set Ethernet Discovery to ‘ON’ Select the device from the list and click ‘Add’ page 24 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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5002, 5003 and 5004 unfiltered for TCP traffic. Since the device discovery uses multicast-DNS (mDNS), the device may be discovered but cannot be controlled if the ports 5002, 5003 and 5004 are filtered. Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 25 of 142...
Note that an unlit LED does not guarantee that the device is free of voltage. To ensure that the device is completely disconnected from mains voltage, the power chords must be disconnected. Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 27 of 142...
Touch-Display to navigate the menu, adjust settings and for monitoring. Display tap, swipe - have fun! Encoder to adjust values and confirmation. CONTROL Rotate to modify values. Press to confirm a setting. page 28 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
CHAPTER 4: Operation Networking PRODIGY.MP uses separate network links for managing the device and network- audio transmission. LEDs on the front panel indicate the state of all network links. MANAGEMENT 2 x RJ 45 socket & SFP slot Connect here for network control and firmware updates.
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(blinking, red) = network module in panic mode* please contact support@directout.eu ** to ensure proper file operation a shut down must be initiated before switching the device off - see “Shutdown” on page 77 . page 30 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
CHAPTER 4: Operation Slots - Connecting Audio PRODIGY.MP offers three different slot-types that can be assembled individually according the particular requirements. Slot A 2 x Option slot for audio network or multi- port MADI modules See „Slot A - Audio Network, Multi-Port MADI“ on...
128 ch in / out * The SRC versions are equipped with a bidirectional sample rate converter (HD SRC). They are marked with a dot on the module plane. DANTE.IO DANTE.SRC.IO page 32 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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RAV.IO RAV.SRC.IO SG.IO SG.SRC.IO MILAN.IO MILAN.SRC.IO Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 33 of 142...
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* See page 20 for SFP-transceiver that are available by DirectOut. NOT E If redundancy is being used, secondary interfaces should be connected to a second separate network. Secondary interfaces cannot communicate with primary interfaces. page 34 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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The configuration of the built-in network switch is available via the browser interface of the RAV.IO-module. NOT E Further devices that require PTP synchronisation should be connected to an external PTP-aware switch. Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 35 of 142...
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(ON) = data sent or received (OFF) = no data transmission PORT 3 SFP cage Insert SFP transceiver here and connect to the network.* * See page 20 for SFP-transceiver that are available by DirectOut. page 36 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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Insert SFP transceiver here and connect to the network.* * See page 20 for SFP-transceiver that are available by DirectOut. The configuration of the built-in network switch is available via the browser interface of the RAV.IO-module. Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 37 of 142...
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Multi-port MADI MADI2.SRC.IO MADI2.BNC.SRC.IO MADI4.IO MADI4.SRC.IO (PRODIGY.MX, MAVEN.A only) page 38 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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MADI input, connect MADI input signal here MADI4.IO / MADI4.SRC.IO (PRODIGY.MX, MAVEN.A only) MADI4.IO MADI 4 MADI 3 MADI 2 MADI 1 4 x SFP cage Insert SFP transceiver(s) here and connect MADI input/output. Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 39 of 142...
SFP transceiver are available from DirectOut - see page 19. ** The SC ports are multi-mode as default, single-mode SC ports are available on request. The housing of single-mode ports is colored blue. multi-mode single-mode page 40 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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Single-port MADI BNC.IO SC.IO SFP .IO Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 41 of 142...
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2 x SC socket (optical)* OUT: MADI output, connect for MADI output signal here. MADI input, connect MADI input signal here * The labelling of the MADI ports (Slot B) is printed on the mainframe. page 42 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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SFP .IO OUT IN SFP cage Insert SFP transceiver here and connect MADI input/output. * The labelling of the MADI ports (Slot B) is printed on the mainframe. Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 43 of 142...
8 ch mic input (HD) MIC8.HD.IO 8 ch mic input (HD) 8 ch line out MIC8.LINE.IO 8 ch mic input 8 ch line out MIC8.LINE.I 8 ch mic input AN8.O AN8.IO page 44 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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AN8.I MIC8.HD.I MIC8.HD.IO Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 45 of 142...
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AN8.I 24/18/15 24/18/15 AN8.I - access from sideways AN8.O 24/18/15 24/18/15 AN8.O - access from top Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 47 of 142...
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The line output is not servo balanced. Do not connect the negative lead to ground. This may cause damage at the output stage. Observe the technical specifications listed in this document. page 48 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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DSUB-25 Port (analog pinout) Analog audio input (balanced) - connect line level audio source here The pinout complies with AES59 (‘TASCAM pinout’) see „Appendix A - DSUB-25 Pin assignment“ on page 68. Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 49 of 142...
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MIC / LINE INPUT Analog audio input (balanced) - connect mic / line level audio source here The pinout complies with AES59 (‘TASCAM pinout’) see „Appendix A - DSUB-25 Pin assignment“ on page 68. page 50 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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MIC / LINE INPUT Analog audio input (balanced) - connect mic / line level audio source here The pinout complies with AES59 (‘TASCAM pinout’) see „Appendix A - DSUB-25 Pin assignment“ on page 68. Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 51 of 142...
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MIC / LINE INPUT Analog audio input (balanced) - connect mic / line level audio source here The pinout complies with AES59 (‘TASCAM pinout’) see „Appendix A - DSUB-25 Pin assignment“ on page 68. page 52 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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4 port AES3 out AES4.SRC.IO 4 port AES3 in with SRC 4 port AES3 out AES4.IO AES4.SRC.IO N OT E An AES4.IO transports eight audio channels - two audio channels per port. Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 53 of 142...
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Digital audio input and output (AES3) - connect for digital audio here. Input offers switchable Sample Rate Conversion. The pinout complies with AES59 (‘TASCAM pinout’) see „Appendix A - DSUB-25 Pin assignment“ on page 68. page 54 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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Both word clock inputs also accept a AES3 frame (AES11). When switched to video sync, the WCK 2 input accepts black burst or tri-level sync. Termination (75 Ω) for the word clock inputs is switchable locally or via remote control. page 56 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
= signal lock, sample rate conversion active (blinking, green) = signal lock, not in sync with selected clock source (blinking, red) = input selected as clock source and no signal lock. Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 57 of 142...
USB 2.0 socket (Type A) (front / rear) Connect here for legacy control. MIDI PRODIGY.MP offers MIDI control to either trigger device functions (input) or to control external equipment via globcon (output). MIDI 2 x DIN 5-pin connector OUT / IN OUT: MIDI output, connect for MIDI output signal here.
2 V and 30 V due to a safety limiter in the input. GPIO DSUB-9 socket (female) Connect for GPIO application here. Observe the pin out - see „Appendix B - DSUB-9 Pin assignment“ on page 95. Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 59 of 142...
CHAPTER 5: Managing Device CHAPTER 5: Managing Device Introduction PRODIGY.MP can be managed via multiple user interfaces: • local touch display on the front panel • browser based control / website • globcon control Further a JSON API (JavaScript Object Notation) is available for management.
The device will look for a DHCP server in the network to obtain its IP address. However the IP address can be changed manually via the touch display - see “NETWORK SETTINGS” on page 74. Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 61 of 142...
Local and remote display are identical. For remote operation via globcon control, you need to install globcon on your computer first - see page 16. Then follow the steps described in “CHAPTER 3: Installation”on page 22. page 62 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
Clock Settings Snapshots Snapshot list for recall Settings Network Settings for the Management Ports Info Display of Device Name, System Build, FPGA Version, cored version, Frontpanel version, License information Download Support Archive Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 63 of 142...
5 seconds. * * When controlling via browser the phones volume control is accessed by pressing the <ENTER> key on the keyboard. Level is adjusted via arrow keys (left and right). page 64 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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The pin code can be reset in the PRODIGY.MP plugin of globcon (Settings / Front Panel) when the device is locked or in the device settings (see “DEVICE SETTINGS” on page 76) when the device is unlocked.
Slot B1 input as Clock Master MADI 2 Slot B2 input as Clock Master WCK 1 Word Clock input 1 as Clock Master WCK 2 Word Clock input 2 as Clock Master page 66 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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*** Word Clock input 2 also accepts analog video signal (black burst, tri-level) **** requires AES4.IO or AES4.SRC.IO installed - the first AES3 port receiving a valid signal will be used as clock source. Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 67 of 142...
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NET 1/2 input & output** For the audio network I/Os the FastSRC™ may be activated for input and output together only. ** With HD SRC active, the FastSRC™ and the automatic bypass become inactive. page 68 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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* 60 seconds after the signal is in sync with the system clock again, sample rate conversion is bypassed. The automatic switch-over will not change the latency (less than 0.15 ms) of the signal path. Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 69 of 142...
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1 msec. HD SRC is available for the audio network modules: • RAV.SRC.IO • DANTE.SRC.IO • SG.SRC.IO • MILAN.SRC.IO or the multi-port MADI modules: • MADI2.SRC.IO • MADI2.BNC.SRC.IO • MADI4.SRC.IO. page 70 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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The selected snapshot is surrounded by a red frame. After recalling a snapshot in ‘Config Mode’ all outputs will be muted (MUTE ALL). NOT E Show Mode - Only compliant snapshots are listed and available for recall. page 72 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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See document ‘Info PRODIGY.MP Supplemental’ for more information about the Operating Modes and Snapshots. TI P Conform snapshots after changing configuration settings, such as Flex Channel style, MatMix bus configuration, Plugin insert… Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 73 of 142...
Enter values: • select field • turn the Encoder to adjust the value or use the arrow keys (left and right) • de-select field • tap SAVE to store the changes page 74 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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• Shut down the device to ensure proper file operation before switching the device off. • Adjust timeout of screen saver • Adjust brightness of front panel display • Manage security setting for shutdown or reboot from remote - see p 78. page 76 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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• turn the Encoder to adjust the value or use the arrow keys (left and right) • de-select field WAR NI N G Disabling the screen saver or high levels of brightness will impact the lifecyle of the display significantly. Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 77 of 142...
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To use the new commands in globcon: • activate the Configuration Mode • go to Settings - General You will be prompted to type ‘shutdown’ or ‘update’ to use either command. page 78 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
* the support archive is generated and downloaded into the downloads folder of your browser. You may send it to support@directout.eu for troubleshooting. Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 79 of 142...
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Licenses are installed via license files which are coupled with the device’s serial number. To install a license file the device must be operated in update mode - see “Appendix D - System Update & License Installation” on page 97 . page 80 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
• turn the Encoder or use the arrow keys (left and right) • un-select field(s) when finished • to zero the value, press the Encoder Values: Gain: module dependent Trim: from - 24 dB to + 24 dB Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 81 of 142...
INPUT SLOT return to HOME screen * the arrows are used for circular navigation through slots 1 to 8 input, followed by slot 1 to 8 output. page 82 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
• turn the Encoder or use the arrow keys (left and right) • un-select field when finished • to zero the value, press the Encoder Values: Gain: module dependent Trim: from - 24 dB to + 24 dB Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 83 of 142...
Clicks in the Input source is not Check the status of input LED and check audiosignal. in sync with clock clock setting of the connected device. master of the box. page 84 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
To clean the device, use a soft, dry cloth. To protect the surface, avoid using cleaning agents. N OT E ! The device should be disconnected from the power supply during the cleaning process. Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 85 of 142...
• 4 x BNC socket (input / output), WCK 2 switchable to Video Sync • Video sync: analog, black burst or tri-level • Impedance: 75 Ω (termination switchable) • AES11 (DARS also supported) page 86 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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• 0.3 V up to 0.6 V (peak to peak) MADI Port SFP • 1 x SFP (empty cage without module) MADI Format (I/O) • 48k Frame, 96k Frame • 56 channel, 64 channel Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 87 of 142...
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• SNR: -116.8 dB RMS (20 Hz - 20 kHz) / -119.5 dB(A) • THD @ -1 dBFS: -109 dB • Frequency response: -0,5 dB (10 Hz) / -0,15 dB (20 kHz) page 88 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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• 8 ch mic/line input, 1 x DSUB-25, balanced AES4.IO • 4 port AES3 input / output, 1 x DSUB-25 (8 audio channels) AES4.SRC.IO • 4 port AES3 input with SRC / output, 1 x DSUB-25 (8 audio channels) Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 89 of 142...
System Update ........97 FastSRC™..........68 Feature Summary ........9 Technical Data .......... 86 First Aid ........... 13 Troubleshooting ........84 Fuses ............86 Update Mode ........... 97 globcon ............ 16 Updates ........... 14 page 92 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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Index Video sync ..........56 Warranty ..........14 WEEE See Conformity & Certificates: WEEE Word clock ..........56 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 93 of 142...
GPO - Open drain MOSFET switch - max. 30 V, max. 200 mA. Power supply: + 12 V, max. 200 mA (in total) The pinout (3, 4, 5, 8, 9) complies with the GPO of PRODUCER.COM Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 95 of 142...
This setting is persistent and will be restored after a power-cycle or reboot. WAR NI N G Enabling ‘Reboot/Shutdown from remote’ can be a security risk, if the management network can be accessed freely. It is disabled by default. Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 97 of 142...
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The entire update may take a couple of minutes. Once the update is stored into the device a reboot message will appear. The update progress messages are displayed below the upload box (green rectangle). page 98 of 142 Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7...
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To install multiple licenses without rebooting the device in between, click on the HOME icon after the installation of a license has been completed successfully. Check the new build version in the SETTINGS DEVICE INFO. Prodigy.MP Manual - Version 2.7 page 99 of 142...
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