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INSTALLATION and STARTUP GUIDE SPN Mixers This manual covers the following models: Quick Start SPN2412 Essential Settings SPN1624 on page 6 SPN1612 SPN812 Visit the Lectrosonics Support web site: www.lectrosonics.com/Support/ Also link from the home page: www.lectrosonics. Fill in for your records: Serial Number: Purchase Date: Rio Rancho, NM, USA...
Installation and Startup Guide Important Safety Instructions This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service person- you to the presence of uninsulated nel. Servicing is required when the apparatus dangerous voltage inside the enclosure -- has been damaged in any way, such as power- voltage that may be sufficient to consti- supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been...
SPN Mixers FCC Part 15 Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference re- ceived, including interference that may cause unde- sired operation.
Installation and Startup Guide Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ................................3 FCC Part 15 Compliance ..................................4 Inspection of the Unit .....................................5 Introduction ......................................6 Quick Start Essential Settings................................6 Front Panels ......................................7 Rear Panels ......................................8 Hardware Installation ...................................10 Using the LCD .......................................13 Software and Firmware Updates ................................16 Stacking Multiple Units ..................................16 Creating an ASPEN Installer Disk ...............................17...
SPN Mixers Introduction Quick Start Essential Settings The ASPEN digital matrix provides a maximum of 48 total outputs, but there is no limit to the number of inputs that can be added to a system by stacking Install the ASPEN Software before connecting multiple units.
Installation and Startup Guide Front Panels The headphone output is used to monitor each final Dual-board models in 2RU chassis include a front mix for diagnostics and system checkout. LEDs on panel LCD and rotary style navigation control for ad- the right side of the front panel indicate communi- justment without the need for a computer interface.
SPN Mixers Cooling Fan Programmable Input Balanced Outputs Balanced Inputs SPN1624 Outlet and Output Ports SPN812 Made in the USA OUTPUTS INPUTS PROG IN S/N LABEL PROG 100-240V 50/60Hz 20W DATECODE RS-232 ETHERNET Power Inlet RS232 Ethernet ASPEN Balanced Outputs Balanced Inputs Serial Port Port...
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Installation and Startup Guide SPN1612 SPN1612 Chassis P/N 26059 2 Oct 2013 BCJ Re-positioned ASPEN logo and made room for gnd symbol under top right insert 16 Sep 2014 BCJ increased size of PROG IN numerals by 15% 3 November 2022 BAH replaced fonts. SPN 1612 Made In the USA INPUTS...
SPN Mixers Audio Inputs – Unbalanced Installing the chassis into a rack Install the chassis so that the cooling fan vent is not Unbalanced audio sources include items such as blocked. Mount with 4 rack screws using the appro- consumer VCR’s, DVD players, etc., which can be priate mounting holes.
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Installation and Startup Guide Audio Outputs Programmable Inputs The line outputs are a balanced differential configura- tion which can drive balanced or unbalanced inputs Programmable inputs are provided to enable external on other audio equipment with the wiring shown control over a variety of parameters. Each input can here.
SPN Mixers tor, as long as the maximum combined current for all Crestron/AMX RS-232 Port Wiring LEDS and relay coils does not exceed 100 mA. (see next page) Programmable Outputs (cont’d) Crestron ASPEN RS-232 RS-232 Port LED is ON when the programmable output is active Port Wiring Diagram +5VDC...
Installation and Startup Guide Using the LCD Shortcut Buttons • LCD Backlight Toggle: Press both the LEFT and RIGHT (9:00 and 3:00 o’clock) buttons to turn the The LCD can be used to perform a simple setup, to backlight on and off. check current settings or make adjustments without using a computer interface.
SPN Mixers and the center switch such as: LEFT > RIGHT > UP > Select Mic/Line Input Setup (Input Levels is a dyman- DOWN > CENTER. ic display that shows bar graphs of activity). After selecting the mode and/or changing the pass- code, select SAVE with the rotary control and press the center switch to save the settings.
Installation and Startup Guide Adjust to the desired value with the rotary control and Rear Panel Controls press the control to store the value. (the Crosspoint Gain setting screen is shown here as an example) Select [RPC] in the Main Window to access a setup menu to configure external controls such as pots and switches.
SPN Mixers Network Interface Software and Firmware IMPORTANT: Always consult your network Updates administrator before attempting to connect and configure a processor for a network interface. Check for the latest versions of the control panel software and to see that the hardware includes the The [SYS] tab menu also includes Network Settings.
Installation and Startup Guide Creating an ASPEN Installer Disk Download the ASPEN Installation Disk .iso file. Visit http://www.lectrosonics.com, hover your mouse over Support and click on Aspen Support, then Installa- tion Disc. Save the file to your local drive in a familiar location. Browse Open a disk copier utility such as Roxio Classic and button...
SPN Mixers To start the installer: USB Driver Installation Double-click on the appropriate .exe file. The ASPEN Device Installer opens. The example shown here illustrates the installation procedure using a Windows operating system. The screens that appear at each step using another oper- ating system will vary, but the general steps are very similar.
Installation and Startup Guide Define inputs, crosspoints and outputs on the appro- Using the Software GUI priate tabs for a required minimum setup. for Minimum Setup An Input, crosspoint and output must be defined to create a path that allows the processor to pass a signal.
SPN Mixers Stacking Multiple Units If Slave units are not powered up when the Master unit boots up, the Slave may not be detected for sev- eral minutes. It is good practice to turn all units on simultaneously or turn on Slave units before turning on the Master unit.
Installation and Startup Guide Specifications Configurable as Static or Dynamic Filter types Low Pass: Butterworth (6, 12, 18, 24 dB/octave) Bessel (6, 12, 18, 24 dB/octave) Audio inputs Linkwitz-Riley (12, 24 dB/octave) All inputs are digitally programmable-gain microphone to line level differential inputs. Either side can Additional parameters: frequency [Hz] be grounded or left floating.
SPN Mixers Service and Repair If your system malfunctions, you should attempt to correct or isolate the trouble before concluding that the equipment needs repair. Make sure you have followed the setup procedure and operating instructions. Check the interconnecting cables and then go through the Troubleshooting section in this manual. We strongly recommend that you do not try to repair the equipment yourself and do not have the local repair shop attempt anything other than the simplest repair.
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Installation and Startup Guide Rio Rancho, NM...
LIMITED THREE YEAR WARRANTY The equipment is warranted for three years from date of purchase against defects in materials or workmanship provided it was purchased from an authorized dealer. This warranty does not cover equipment which has been abused or damaged by careless handling or shipping.
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