Summary of Contents for AQUABROADCAST Cobalt CH-1
- Page 1 COBALT CH-1 Fully Featured 1+1 Changeover unit Installation Guide and User Manual +44 203 411 0387 REV 02/25 info@aquabroadcast.co.uk www.aquabroadcast.co.uk...
- Page 2 At the moment the system works with 1+1 systems with only exciters or only transmitters but is ready for much more. So, if you have a different application, talk to us and explain your requirements. The COBALT CH-1 has the following standard features, Built-in DPDT RF relay switch (latching), 100W max...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
1.7 SYNOPTICS AND SIGNALLING 1.7.1 TRANSMITTERS STATUS 1.7.2 RELAYS 1.7.3 LOAD 1.7.4 ANTENNA 2. WEB INTERFACE 2.1 DASHBOARD 2.1.1 OVERVIEW 2.1.2 STATUS AND INFORMATION 2.1.3 CONTROLS 2.1.4 SWITCHOVER OPERATION MODES info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387... - Page 4 2.5 AUTOMATIC MODE OPERATIONS 3.1 CONFIGURATIONS 3.2 SAVING AND LOADING A CONFIG 3.3 UNIT 3.3.1 FRONT PANEL 3.3.2 DATE AND TIME 3.3.3 FACTORY RESET 3.3.4 NETWORK 3.3.5 LOGS 3.3.6 DIAGNOSTICS 4.1 SPECIFICATIONS info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387...
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Page 5: User Warnings And Cautions
For any clarification on it, for any doubt or any suggestion please directly contact Aqua Broad cast at support@aquabroadcast.co.uk Furthermore it is your responsibility to operate the device in an appropriate manner. This product is designed to work in telecommunications centres only, except when expressly authorized, and must not be used in any way that may cause injury to persons or goods. -
Page 6: Safety Information
Ensure that the connections with information technology equipment, e.g. PCs or other industrial computers, comply with the IEC60950-1/EN60950-1 or IEC61010-1/EN 61010-1 standards that apply in each case. info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk... -
Page 7: Operation
Improper disassembly may be hazardous to your health. National waste disposal regulations must be observed. The improper disposal of hazardous substances or fuels can cause health problems and lead to environmental damage. info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk... -
Page 8: Detailed Safety Instructions
The appliance has been exposed to rain The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387... -
Page 9: Product Disposal And Hazards
Above all, these parts or components must not be scratched, broken, ground, tempered and sandblasted, not even under exhaust hoods. • In the transmitter, all components containing parts made from Beryllium Oxide / Beryllium Copper are marked with a warning symbols and a labels. info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387... -
Page 10: Warranty
Please ensure the warranty registration process is completed upon receipt of this product. To do so, go to www.aquabroadcast.co.uk/support with your product’s serial number to hand. Aqua Broadcast warrants the mechanical and electronic components of this product to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of up to Two years from the original date of purchase, in accordance with the warranty regulations described below. -
Page 11: Hardware
The unit has dual power supply inputs: AC and 48V DC. It’s recommended to connect each of them to a different mains phase for extra redundancy. 1.3 RF CONNECTORS AND PROBES info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387... -
Page 12: Remote Connectors Pinout
- The 12V supply voltage available in the remote connectors is rated for 750mA. The connectors to be used for the remote control of the transmitters depends on whether you use the internal relay or the external relay info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk... -
Page 13: Exciters Remote Control Connector Pinout
Digital OUT 1 Digital OUT 2 Digital OUT 3 Digital OUT 4 Digital OUT 5 Digital OUT 6 12V @0.75A (*) PIN 1 is set as Analogue input from the factory info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387... -
Page 14: Interlock Inputs And Gpio Connector
Digital OUT 3 Digital OUT 4 Analogue IN 1 Analogue IN 2 12V @0.75A 12V @0.75A 12V @0.75A (*) Pin 1,2,3 and 4 are set as Interlock inputs from factory info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387... -
Page 15: Interlock Outputs
It is always recommended to use the relay outputs as normally closed. The HW comes configured in this way from the factory so make sure your transmitter’s interlock inputs polarity matches. Although It is possible to change the relays to normally open this is strongly not recommended. info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk... -
Page 16: Interlock Inputs
You must use the normally close interlock outputs of your device so the interlock presence is detected and any disconnection is immediately spotted. The NC connections also allows for expanding the loops by connecting the interlocks of several devices in series. info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk... -
Page 17: Dedicated Interlock Outputs (Relay Output)
Note: the interlock signals to the transmitters have not been shown for simplicity. Please refer to the interlock connection section. 1.6.2 EXTERNAL RELAY SYSTEMS: 1+1 OF TRANSMITTERS Note: the interlock signals to the transmitters have not been shown for simplicity. Please Refer to the interlock connection section. info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387... -
Page 18: Synoptics And Signalling
NOTE If the Audio/Source pin is not defined (set as “None”) in the signal definition section of the configuration page, the LED will be shown in black. info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387... -
Page 19: Front Panel
The system will show the state of the interlock. means the interlock is closed and red means the interlock is open and it’s not ready to receive. info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387... -
Page 20: Antenna
You may have the antenna connected to a device with interlock outputs like a patch panel or an antenna monitoring system. In this case the interlock status will be shown by changing the LED to green if the interlock opens info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387... -
Page 21: Web Interface
Please use the network screen on the front of the unit to determine or set the IP address and any other Network Parameters of the Cobalt CH-1. On any web browser, please enter the IP address of the unit, and press enter/search on the Browser bar. -
Page 22: Dashboard
• The central section shows a summary of the system status, the signals values readings and the changeover user controls. • The bottom section consists of the RF probes meters. info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387... -
Page 23: Status And Information
The power controls are relative to the transmitter's function which depends on the relay position. The transmitter tagged as active is the one connected to the antenna while the other is the reserve one. info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk... -
Page 24: Switchover Operation Modes
If the switchovers are consumed, the mode will change to manual mode. You will have to reset the number of switchovers and change the mode back to automatic. info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk... -
Page 25: Rf Probes
We’ll provide you with settings that work but should you want to change any of the preconfigured values or your application varies, please check the instructions in the next sections. info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk... -
Page 26: System And Signals
You must use the NC output from these devices: - The load interlock will disable the reserve transmitter if it’s open. - The antenna interlock will disable the reserve transmitter if it’s open. info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387... -
Page 27: Signals Panel And Status Table
Audio/Source pin: Alarm signal coming from the transmitter to warn when the audio source is absent. Pin selection: Assign the changeover pins for each signal as per your cable. Example: info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387... - Page 28 Do not use this option if the transmitters are identical, to avoid any mistakes when introducing values. In the expanded panel, the top settings are for the exciters (internal relay applications) and the bottom ones for the transmitters (external relay applications) info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk...
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Page 29: Fault Detection Timers
DELAY AFTER SWITCH After the relay is in position, the changeover waits for this timer to expire before releasing the transmitter interlock. In most cases it can be set to 0 to speed up the process. info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk... -
Page 30: Automatic Mode Operations
As mentioned above, when there are audio link problems the issue will affect both transmitters. Check first if your transmitter keeps showing audio alarms correctly while held off by the interlock. CONFIGURE DEVICES SEPARATELY Turn on the switch "Configure devices separately" to configure finer adjustments as required. info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387... -
Page 31: Configurations
Select the config you want to save, then click "Export" and save the file to your PC with a fitting name. To load a config from a saved file, click "Import" and locate the file and follow the on-screen instructions. You may then use the imported config. info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk... -
Page 32: Unit
You can choose your own combination. If you forget the combination, you can easily choose a new on in the web interface. Once you have set the combination, remember to click "enable" and click Save. info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk... -
Page 33: Network
You can also download the log and save to your Computer for further reference, archiving, or to share the log with our support department. NOTICE The logs Timestamp will only be accurate when the Cobalt CH-1 is connected to a network with access to NTP Time servers on the Internet. 3.3.6 DIAGNOSTICS The Diagnostics page gives you a quick and easy view of all relevant systems and statuses. -
Page 34: Specifications
Internal DIP switches Output type selection and configuration ENVIRONMENTAL 15,000 ft / 4,420m AMSL Altitude 0 to +45ºC, working, -10 to +50ºC, storage Temperature range 95% @ 35ºC, non-condensing Humidity info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387... -
Page 35: Eu Declaration Of Conformity
4. Requirements in the Article 4 of Directive 2011/65/EU, towards the maximum tolerated concentrations of the substances listed in Annex II as modified by directive 2015/863/UE: • EN IEC 63000:2018 info@aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387 www.aquabroadcast.co.uk +44 203 411 0387... - Page 36 Unit 7, First Quarter Blenheim Road Epsom KT19 9QN United Kingdom +44 203 411 0387 info@aquabroadcast.co.uk Firmware updates Please visit https://www.aquabroadcast.co.uk/support Alternatively, please scan the QR code below to link then simply click on the Downloads tab and select the directly to the downloads section.
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