Wohler AMP2-16V Series User Manual

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CONFIDENCE IS EVERYTHING.™
World Leader of In-Rack, Audio, Video, Data Monitoring, and Closed Captioning Solutions
AMP2-16V Series
• AMP2-16V-3G
• AMP2-E16V-3G
Modular Audio/Video Management and
Monitoring Platform
User Guide
Part Number 821029, Revision B

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  • Page 1 CONFIDENCE IS EVERYTHING.™ World Leader of In-Rack, Audio, Video, Data Monitoring, and Closed Captioning Solutions AMP2-16V Series • AMP2-16V-3G • AMP2-E16V-3G Modular Audio/Video Management and Monitoring Platform User Guide Part Number 821029, Revision B...
  • Page 2 In no event will Wohler Technologies, Inc. be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any defect in the hardware, software, or its documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Preface ........xiii Introduction ..............
  • Page 4 Help ................9 Rear Panel Connectors ...........10 Standard Connectors..........10 Optional I/O Modules and Rear Panel Connectors ..11 Getting Started .............12 Setting Up the Monitor ..........12 Getting Support ............13 Chapter 2. Audio, Metering, and Mixing ....15 Introduction..............15 Overview ..............15 Topics ..............15...
  • Page 5 Turning Off Individual Meters ........28 Turning Off a Metered Pair ........28 Turning Off an Individual Meter......28 Audio Mixing..............29 Overview..............29 Configuring the Audio Outputs........29 Mixing..............29 Follow Monitor Mode .......... 30 Free Mix Mode........... 30 Mixed Channel Metering ...........
  • Page 6 Chapter 5. Efficiency Enhancements ....47 Introduction..............47 Overview ..............47 Topics ..............47 Presets ................48 Overview ..............48 Saving Presets...........48 Recalling Presets..........48 Naming or Renaming a Preset ........49 Clearing a Preset .............50 Recalling a Preset On Power Up .........50 Hot Keys ..............51...
  • Page 7 Establishing Connectivity..........62 Connecting to a LAN ..........62 Launching the Setup Tool ........62 Setting the IP Address and Network Mask ..... 63 Connecting Peer-to-Peer ........... 64 Collecting Current Version Information from the Monitor ..68 Navigating to the Unit Information Menu ....68 Enabling FTP Access..........
  • Page 8 Solos and Mutes ............96 Presets..............96 Individual Presets ..........96 Selectable Presets..........96 Channel Trims ............97 Dolby Zoom ............97 Off Option...............97 Main Screen Configuration Menu........97 Main Screen Hot Key Configuration Menu ......99 Meter Configuration Menu..........100 Monitor Mixer Configuration Menu ........103 Option Configuration Menu..........105 Preset Management Menu..........
  • Page 9 Chapter 8. Input/Output Modules and Options ..129 Introduction ............... 129 Overview.............. 129 Topics ..............129 Distinctions Among Models ........... 130 Optional I/O Modules ..........130 Standard Models ........... 131 Menu Modifications for Input I/O Modules ....131 3G/HD/SD-SDI Card ............
  • Page 10 Adding a Redundant Power Supply ......... 141 Precautions ............141 Requirements............141 Adding the Power Supply ........142 Adding/Removing Modules ..........142 Precautions ............143 Requirements............143 Adding a Dolby D/E Card ........143 Removing a Dolby D/E Card ........150 Adding an I/O Module..........
  • Page 11 Normal Messages ............164 No IP Address ............164 Upgraded Software ..........165 Inconsistent Module List ......... 165 Restart..............166 Error Messages ............166 Unreleased Software Version........167 Front Panel Error ........... 167 Minor Issue ............168 Serial Port Access ..........168 8 2 1 0 2 9 : A M P 2 - 1 6 V S e r i e s U s e r G u i d e ©...
  • Page 13: Preface

    Preface Introduction Overview The preface lists the new features and functionality for this release. Topics Topics Page Introduction xiii What’s New? Content Reorganization xiii © 2 01 0 Wo h le r Te ch n o l og ie s, I n c . A l l r i g h t s r e s e r v e d .
  • Page 14: What's New

    W h a t ’ s N e w ? What’s New? In the software release, we have added several new enhancements to the AMP2-16V Series monitors. Genlock Ref Input connectors are now active and, and allow the unit to synchronize to an external system reference.
  • Page 15: Chapter 1. Quick Start

    CHAPTER 1 Quick Start Introduction Overview The AMP2-16V Series monitors come with two 4.3” OLED screens and an easy-to-use configuration interface that provides flexible audio metering, video monitoring, and other data display. Topics Topics Page Introduction Safety Installation Recommendations Front Panel Features...
  • Page 16: Safety

    Unplug the equipment during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. Use of a cart is neither recommended nor approved by Wohler. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing will be required under all of the following conditions: •...
  • Page 17: Safety Symbols

    C h a p t e r 1 Quick Start I n s ta l la t i o n R e c o m me n d a t io n s • The equipment does not operate normally. •...
  • Page 18: Sympathetic Vibration

    C h a p t e r 1 Q u i c k S t a r t I n s t a ll a t io n R e c o m m e n d a t i o n s Important: To reduce noise, the monitor does not have any fans.
  • Page 19: Power

    C h a p t e r 1 Quick Start F r o n t P a n e l F e a t u r e s reflections in digital signal systems. If severe enough, such reflections can result in corruption of the digital data stream. As with any audio equipment, maximum immunity from electrical interference requires the use of shielded cable;...
  • Page 20: Hot Keys

    For selectable preset hot keys, rotate the knob to display the preset number you want to recall and then press the knob to recall it. Hot Keys The AMP2-16V Series monitors provide single push button functionality right from the Main Screen through hot keys. Hot keys are customizable buttons that allow you to modify the audio (solos, mutes, and channel trims), analyze Dolby bitstreams, and recall presets.
  • Page 21: Navigation

    Simply turn the knob counterclockwise to solo a channel pair, or turn the knob clockwise to mute a channel pair. If you have a Dolby D/E Card in your AMP2-16V Series monitor, hot keys 9 through 16 will come factory set as...
  • Page 22: Help

    C h a p t e r 1 Q u i c k S t a r t H e l p Figure 1–3 Configuration Selection Menu Configuration Selection Menu Recall Manage Preset Presets Push knob to recall User Preset 1 Input 1 Video / SDI SDI Input...
  • Page 23: Rear Panel Connectors

    If you do not press/rotate any other controls, the help will disappear from the screen in approximately 15 seconds. Rear Panel Connectors Standard Connectors The AMP2-16V Series monitor back panel contains all of the connectors except for the headphone jack as shown in Figure 1–5 on page 10. Note that, as you are facing the rear panel, the slots are numbered from right to left.
  • Page 24: Optional I/O Modules And Rear Panel Connectors

    Blank Cover Plate for and Pass Through Optional Redundant Power Supply Optional I/O Modules and Rear Panel Connectors The AMP2-16V Series monitors can include any combination of the optional I/O modules listed in Table 1–1 below. Table 1–1 Available Add-On I/O Modules...
  • Page 25: Getting Started

    Note: As a factory default, the AMP2-16V Series monitor will always be configured to produce audio in the monitor speakers from the card in the lowest numbered occupied slot (typically Slot 1).
  • Page 26: Getting Support

    For more detailed audio configuration instructions, refer to Configuring Audio on page Getting Support Should you need to contact Wohler’s customer support line, you will save time on the phone by writing down the software and hardware versions installed in your machine, available from the...
  • Page 27: Chapter 2. Audio, Metering, And Mixing

    CHAPTER 2 Audio, Metering, and Mixing Introduction Overview This chapter discusses the various menus and their configuration options for customizing the audio inputs/outputs, and the audio level meters. Topics Topics Page Introduction Configuration Options Configuring Audio Dolby Level Metering Audio Mixing 8 2 1 0 2 9 : A M P 2 - 1 6 V S e r i e s Us e r G u i d e ©...
  • Page 28: Configuration Options

    C o n f i g u r a t i o n O p t i o n s Configuration Options The AMP2-16V Series monitors are very flexible and can be configured to adapt to almost any audio configuration. The available adjustments are: •...
  • Page 29 C h a p t e r 2 Audio, Metering, and Mixing C o n f i g u r in g A u d io Figure 2–1 Audio Routing Diagram SDI Input SDI Input Module Up to 5 X 8 De-embedded SDI Reclk Output (up to 5) AES Pairs from SDI...
  • Page 30 Analog SPDIF TOSLINK Dolby 1 through 5 Follow Monitor 1 through 8 The AMP2-16V Series monitors may contain SDI, AES, and analog outputs (depending on the optional I/O modules installed. See Chapter Input/Output Modules and Options on page 129 for more information.) The sources of these outputs are set using the...
  • Page 31: Selecting The Clock Source

    C h a p t e r 2 Audio, Metering, and Mixing C o n f i g u r i n g A u d i o Press the Configure Monitor Mixer button to display the Monitor Mixer Configuration Menu Figure 2–2 Monitor Mixer Configuration Menu Monitor Mixer Configuration Menu...
  • Page 32: Terminating/Unterminating Aes Inputs

    Main Screen Terminating/Unterminating AES Inputs To prevent signal reflections on the AMP2-16V Series monitor input signals that are not connected to equipment down stream, you must terminate the input connectors. Note: This section only applies to units with AES input cards, and applies only to AES inputs.
  • Page 33: Reducing/Increasing The Volume Of Individual Channels

    C h a p t e r 2 Audio, Metering, and Mixing C o n f i g u r i n g A u d i o Decision Point: To terminate all AES inputs, press the AES Terminate All knob and then press the Save and Exit...
  • Page 34 C h a p t e r 2 A u d i o , M e t e r i n g , a n d M i x in g C o n f i g u r i n g A u d i o To create a cluster, follow the instructions below.
  • Page 35: Synchronizing Audio With An External Video Source

    Synchronizing Audio with an External Video Source The audio delay is useful when you need to synchronize the audio monitored by the AMP2-16V Series monitor with an external video source. The delay is adjusted dynamically as you turn the adjustment knob.
  • Page 36: Dolby

    Screen on page Level Metering Overview The AMP2-16V Series monitors are capable of displaying 16 bar graph level meters with a variety of selectable scales and eight phase indicators simultaneously with a loudness indication. You can set the signals to be monitored by the level meters in the...
  • Page 37: Configuring The Meter Scales

    C h a p t e r 2 Audio, Metering, and Mixing L e v e l M e te r i n g mix of any inputs or outputs, or a combination depending on the optional I/O modules installed in the unit. You can modify the level meters’...
  • Page 38: Configuring The Meter Ballistics

    A u d i o , M e t e r i n g , a n d M i x in g L e v e l M e t e r in g Configuring the Meter Ballistics The AMP2-16V Series monitors provide two peak ballistics and one average ballistic. Each different Scale has its own defaults, but you may change them if your facility's standards are different.
  • Page 39: Configuring Level Meter Colors And Set Points

    C h a p t e r 2 Audio, Metering, and Mixing L e v e l M e te r i n g the level at which the “analog meter” reads 0 for a given digital level, expressed in dBFS. For example, 0 dBr = -20 dBFS means the analog meter will read 0 when the internal digital level of the unit reaches -20 dBFS.When setting the Scale...
  • Page 40: Turning Off Individual Meters

    C h a p t e r 2 A u d i o , M e t e r i n g , a n d M i x in g L e v e l M e t e r in g Turning Off Individual Meters Should you ever want to turn off any of the meters—for an eight- channel signal, for example—you can enable and/or disable as many...
  • Page 41: Audio Mixing

    A u d i o M i x i n g Audio Mixing Overview The AMP2-16V Series monitors can perform live mixing functions when they have an Analog I/O Card, and/or an AES Output Card installed. You can create these mixes independently of the audio monitoring function.
  • Page 42: Follow Monitor Mode

    C h a p t e r 2 A u d i o , M e t e r i n g , a n d M i x in g A u d i o M i x in g Follow Monitor Mode The first mode is the Follow Monitor...
  • Page 43 C h a p t e r 2 Audio, Metering, and Mixing A u d i o M i x i n g Figure 2–4 Select AES Output AES Output Slot 4 Configuration Menu Follow Mix Input Monitor Select Slot 3 (AES In) Slot 5 (SDI In) Free Mix Free Mix...
  • Page 44: Mixed Channel Metering

    C h a p t e r 2 A u d i o , M e t e r i n g , a n d M i x in g A u d i o M i x in g Mixed Channel Metering In some applications it can also be advantageous not only to have the Channel Trim...
  • Page 45: Surround Sound

    If a studio or other monitoring environment contains a stereo sound system, it may be advantageous to connect the monitored sound from the AMP2-16V Series monitor to this system. One or more of the AES or analog output pairs are available for this purpose.
  • Page 46 A u d i o , M e t e r i n g , a n d M i x in g A u d i o M i x in g To configure the AMP2-16V Series monitor to output a stereo downmix, configure either the...
  • Page 47: Chapter 3. Video And Data

    Video and Data Introduction Overview While the AMP2-16V Series monitors are configured to display video by default. This chapter describes how to select from the available video inputs and select whether the left screen displays either video or Dolby metadata supplied by the internal Dolby decoder card (Cat. 552).
  • Page 48: Selecting The Input Signal

    C h a p t e r 3 V i d e o a n d D a t a S e l e c t i n g t h e I n p u t S i g n a l Selecting the Input Signal To select the SDI video input to display on the left screen, follow the instructions below.
  • Page 49: Selecting Video Or Metadata

    S e l e c t i n g V i d e o o r M e t a d a t a Selecting Video or Metadata To select whether the AMP2-16V Series monitor displays video or metadata on the left screen, follow the instructions below.
  • Page 51: Chapter 4. Dolby

    The advantage of the Dolby option is that it decodes the Dolby signal into its composite channels and allows you to analyze the content of the Dolby signal. The AMP2-16V Series monitors provides a variety of functions specific to Dolby signals, including Dolby Zoom displaying Dolby metadata.
  • Page 52: Dolby Configuration

    C h a p t e r 4 D o l b y D o l b y C o n f i g u r a t i o n Dolby Configuration Overview The Dolby stream can be any AES input pair, or any SDI de-muxed audio pair. The following instructions demonstrate how to configure the Dolby decoder.
  • Page 53 C h a p te r 4 Dolby D o l b y C o n f i g u r at i o n When the Configuration Selection Menu appears, press the knob to display the Audio Processors Audio Processor Card Menu When the Audio Processor Card Menu...
  • Page 54: Assigning The Dolby Decoded Outputs

    C h a p t e r 4 D o l b y D o l b y C o n f i g u r a t i o n When all the settings are correct, press the Save/Exit button until Main Screen appears.
  • Page 55: Saving The Configuration

    C h a p te r 4 Dolby D o l b y C o n f i g u r at i o n Optional: You can connect Dolby Decoder Pair 5 to the next pair of channels. Note: The Dolby Decoder Pair 5 is also known as the Aux Pair and contains a LtRt...
  • Page 56: Dolby Zoom Hot Keys

    Refer to Dolby Zoom on page 53 for step by step instructions. Using the Dolby Zoom If you have a Dolby signal connected to the AMP2-16V Series monitor, you can instantly display the level meters and the Dolby metadata simultaneously. Note:...
  • Page 57 C h a p te r 4 Dolby D o l b y Z o o m H o t K e y s Note: The buttons on this screen change color if a Dolby signal is available to be decoded (or zoomed into). Also, note that on the Main Screen , a special icon...
  • Page 58 C h a p t e r 4 D o l b y D o l b y Z o o m H o t K e y s either the solo or mute function. This also applies to the Downmix pair.
  • Page 59: Chapter 5. Efficiency Enhancements

    CHAPTER 5 Efficiency Enhancements Introduction Overview This chapter describes the processes of creating presets and hot keys. These features allow you to configure the AMP2-16V Series monitor and then save those settings for immediate recall. Topics Topics Page Introduction Presets...
  • Page 60: Presets

    This complete system configuration is called a preset. After saving the preset, you can then quickly recall it by pressing a single knob. Moreover, the AMP2-16V Series monitor has the capacity to hold eight presets; that is, eight complete system configurations.
  • Page 61: Naming Or Renaming A Preset

    C h a p t e r 5 Efficiency Enhancements P r e s e t s the knob after displaying the preset you want. Now the complete system configuration saved in that preset becomes the current configuration of the monitor. Using the Main Screen Hot Key Configuration Menu , you can...
  • Page 62: Clearing A Preset

    C h a p t e r 5 E f fi c ie n c y E n h a n c e m e n ts P r e s e t s Press the Shift knob (or rotate it to the right) to display the lower case character set.
  • Page 63: Recalling A Preset On Power Up

    Efficiency Enhancements H o t K e y s Recalling a Preset On Power Up You can define how the AMP2-16V Series monitor configures itself the next time it comes back up after a power failure or deliberate power shut down.
  • Page 64: Hot Key Types

    E f fi c ie n c y E n h a n c e m e n ts H o t K e y s The AMP2-16V Series monitors provides a total of 16 hot keys. To access hot keys 9 through 16, press the...
  • Page 65: Presets

    C h a p t e r 5 Efficiency Enhancements H o t K e y s Presets Presets can be fixed or selectable. For more information on creating a preset, refer to Presets on page Channel Trims In some applications it can be advantageous to have some Channel Trim controls accessible on the...
  • Page 66: Off Hot Key

    C h a p t e r 5 E f fi c ie n c y E n h a n c e m e n ts H o t K e y s Figure 5–3 Dolby Zoom Screen Dolby Zoom – Pair 6 Slot 5 (AES Input) Pair 1 Mute Solo...
  • Page 67: Defining/Modifying A Hot Key

    C h a p t e r 5 Efficiency Enhancements H o t K e y s Defining/Modifying a Hot Key From the Main Screen , press the center navigation button. On the Configuration Selection Menu , press the Configure Main Screen knob to display the Main Screen Configuration...
  • Page 68: Channel Trim Hot Keys

    C h a p t e r 5 E f fi c ie n c y E n h a n c e m e n ts H o t K e y s Channel Trim Hot Keys Channel In this example we will modify the bottom, right-hand knob to trim the Trim Hot monitor mixer Channels 1 and 2.
  • Page 69: Dolby Zoom Hot Keys

    C h a p t e r 5 Efficiency Enhancements H o t K e y s Use this same procedure to unselect any channels that are selected that you do not want to solo or mute. Verify that only Channel 4 and Channel 8 are highlighted. Dolby Zoom Hot Keys Note: When the AMP2-16V contains the Dolby D/E Card, hot keys...
  • Page 70: Copying Presets To Another Monitor

    Copying Presets to Another Monitor If you have purchased more than one AMP2-16V Series monitor, you may want to copy your presets from one monitor to another one. If so, follow the instructions below.
  • Page 71: Preset Files

    AMP2-16V Series monitor. Verifying Compatibility Important: If the two AMP2-16V Series monitors are not compatible, you should not attempt to copy the preset file. Doing so will reset the duplicated AMP2-16V Series monitor to the factory defaults. You can determine whether two AMP2-16V Series monitors are compatible based on three characteristics: •...
  • Page 72 _______________________________________ PS 4: _______________________________________ PS 5: _______________________________________ Power up the second AMP2-16V Series monitor and repeat the previous Steps through 2) above. Decision Point: If all seven lines are the same for both units (line for line), then they are compatible.
  • Page 73: Establishing Connectivity

    NetBurner IP Setup Tool You should see something similar to the dialog shown in Figure 5–5 below. This dialog shows a NetBurner module fresh from the Wohler factory. 8 2 1 0 2 9 : A M P 2 - 1 6 V S e r i e s U s e r G u i d e...
  • Page 74: Setting The Ip Address And Network Mask

    C h a p t e r 5 E f fi c ie n c y E n h a n c e m e n ts E s ta b l i s h i n g C o n n e c ti v i ty Figure 5–5 NetBurner IPSetup Dialog - Unconfigured If multiple NetBurner modules appear in the...
  • Page 75 C h a p t e r 5 Efficiency Enhancements E s t a b l i s h i n g C o n n e c t i v i t y Figure 5–6 NetBurner IPSetup Dialog - With IP Address and Net Mask Press the button and wait approximately 30 seconds.
  • Page 76: Connecting Peer-To-Peer

    C h a p t e r 5 E f fi c ie n c y E n h a n c e m e n ts E s ta b l i s h i n g C o n n e c ti v i ty Connecting Peer-to-Peer These instructions describe the procedure using a Windows XP machine.
  • Page 77 C h a p t e r 5 Efficiency Enhancements E s t a b l i s h i n g C o n n e c t i v i t y Figure 5–9 Local Area Connection Properties Dialog Highlight the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) check box.
  • Page 78 C h a p t e r 5 E f fi c ie n c y E n h a n c e m e n ts E s ta b l i s h i n g C o n n e c ti v i ty Record any current settings in this dialogue box, because they may need to be changed.
  • Page 79: Collecting Current Version Information From The Monitor

    C h a p t e r 5 Efficiency Enhancements C o l l e c t i n g C u r r e n t V e r s i o n I n f o r m a t i o n f r o m t h e M o n i t o r You must set a static IP address for the unit as described in Setting the IP Address and Network Mask,...
  • Page 80: Enabling Ftp Access

    Software Update Instructions ftp://0.0.0.0/ See also the instructions sent with the software update package provided by Wohler. Once software updates are enabled, this screen will go blank. Press any front panel switch to halt the FTP server and restart the unit whenever the nav.
  • Page 81 C h a p t e r 5 Efficiency Enhancements C o l l e c t i n g C u r r e n t V e r s i o n I n f o r m a t i o n f r o m t h e M o n i t o r and file sizes below are accurate.
  • Page 82 • The file’s extension must be .S19 (case-sensitive). Important: If the new filename does not meet the requirements listed in Step above, the AMP2-16V Series monitor will not accept the file. Examples: Unacceptable filenames: Acceptable filenames: • My Preset Set.S19 •...
  • Page 83: Copying The Presets To Another Monitor

    C o l l e c t i n g C u r r e n t V e r s i o n I n f o r m a t i o n f r o m t h e M o n i t o r Once the file is copied, disconnect the AMP2-16V Series monitor from the PC.
  • Page 84 C h a p t e r 5 E f fi c ie n c y E n h a n c e m e n ts C o l l e ct i n g C u r r e n t V e r s i o n I n f o r m a t i o n f r o m t h e M o n i t o r 8 2 1 0 2 9 : A M P 2 - 1 6 V S er ie s U s e r G u i d e ©...
  • Page 85: Chapter 6. Menu List

    CHAPTER 6 Menu List Introduction Overview This chapter provides an in-depth description of all the menus and all their respective options and functions. Note: The menus are listed alphabetically for easy reference. Topics Topics Page Introduction Menu Navigation Overview AES Input Configuration Menu AES Output Configuration Menu Analog Output Configuration Menu Audio Processor Card Menu...
  • Page 86: Menu Navigation Overview

    Unit Information Menu Menu Navigation Overview The configuration menus (shown in Figure 6–1 on page 74) appear on the AMP2-16V Series monitor to display information and to allow you to configure the operation of the monitor. Figure 6–1 Menu Tree C onfiguration...
  • Page 87: Aes Input Configuration Menu

    C h a p te r 6 Menu List A E S I n p u t C o n f i g u r a t i o n M e n u AES Input Configuration Menu This menu allows you to set the termination on the input connectors either individually or all at once.
  • Page 88: Follow Monitor Mode Controls

    C h a p t e r 6 M e n u L i st A E S O u t p u t C o n f i g u r a t i o n M e n u The menu can take one of two forms depending on the channel pair you want to send to the output port: •...
  • Page 89: Free Mix Mode Controls

    C h a p te r 6 Menu List A E S O u t p u t C o n f i g u r a t i o n M e n u • Channel Trim: Rotaing this knob changes the gain on the selected channel.
  • Page 90 C h a p t e r 6 M e n u L i st A E S O u t p u t C o n f i g u r a t i o n M e n u Figure 6–4 AES Output Configuration Menu - Free Mix...
  • Page 91: Analog Output Configuration Menu

    C h a p te r 6 Menu List A n a l o g O u t p u t C o n f i g u r a t i o n M e n u • Output Assign: Rotating this knob moves a highlight between possible output channel numbers and between channels and pairs.
  • Page 92 C h a p t e r 6 M e n u L i st A n a l o g O u t p u t C o n f i g u r a t i o n M e n u Figure 6–5 Analog Output Configuration Menu - Follow Monitor...
  • Page 93: Free Mix Mode Controls

    C h a p te r 6 Menu List A n a l o g O u t p u t C o n f i g u r a t i o n M e n u • Mute with Phones: Pressing or rotating this knob selects , and determines whether the output port is controlled by the presence of a plug in the front panel headphone jack.
  • Page 94: Audio Processor Card Menu

    C h a p t e r 6 M e n u L i st A u d i o P r o c e s s o r C a r d M e n u • Mix Input Select: Rotating this knob selects between any input card sources, the monitor mix sources, and any Dolby decoder sources (if the Dolby D/E Card is installed).
  • Page 95 C h a p te r 6 Menu List A u d io P r o c e s s o r C a r d M e n u Configuration Menu for the card in that slot. If a slot is empty, the label will be gray and disabled, no card name will appear, and the knob will have no function.
  • Page 96: Cluster Configuration Screen

    C h a p t e r 6 M e n u L i st C l u s t e r C o n f i g u r a t i o n S c r e e n Cluster Configuration Screen Cluster Configuration Screen allows you to define and select...
  • Page 97: Configuration Selection Menu

    C h a p te r 6 Menu List C o n f i g u r a t i o n S e l e ct i o n M e n u removed and added to the one being set. You can create up to eight clusters.
  • Page 98: Dolby Configuration And Metadata Display Menu

    C h a p t e r 6 M e n u L i st D o lb y C o n f i g u r a t i o n a n d M e t a d a t a D i s p l a y M e n u installed, rotating the knob does nothing.
  • Page 99 C h a p te r 6 Menu List D o l b y C o n f i g u r a t i o n a n d M e t a d a t a D i s p l a y M e n u Figure 6–10 Dolby Configuration and Metadata Display Menu...
  • Page 100: Dolby Zoom Screen

    C h a p t e r 6 M e n u L i st D o l b y Z o o m S c r e e n Dolby Zoom Screen I m p o rt a n t : Dolby Zoom screen is only available when the Dolby D/E Card is installed.
  • Page 101: Hardware Configuration Menu

    C h a p te r 6 Menu List H a r d w a r e C o n f i g u r a t i o n M e n u • Solo/Mute Pair 1 through 4 and Downmix: To Solo/Mute any of the Dolby pairs or the downmix:...
  • Page 102 C h a p t e r 6 M e n u L i st H a r d w a r e C o n f i g u r a t i o n M e n u Figure 6–12 Hardware Configuration Menu Hardware Configuration Menu...
  • Page 103: Unit Information

    C h a p te r 6 Menu List H a r d w a r e C o n f i g u r a t i o n M e n u Figure 6–13 Genlock Lost Indicator on Main Screen Genlock Lost Preset 1: User Preset 1 Trim...
  • Page 104: Label Menu

    C h a p t e r 6 M e n u L i st L a b e l M e n u • Factory Default: Pressing this knob displays a diamond-shaped warning that explains that all the presets and options will be lost. Pressing this knob a second time clears the memory and returns the unit to its factory defaults.
  • Page 105: Loudness Configuration Menu

    C h a p te r 6 Menu List L o u d n e s s C o n f i g u r a t i o n M e n u • Select Horiz: Rotating the knob moves the cursor inside the character field horizontally.
  • Page 106 C h a p t e r 6 M e n u L i st L o u d n e s s C o n f i g u ra t i o n M e n u Figure 6–15 Loudness Configuration Menu (Program Mode) Loudness...
  • Page 107: Main Screen

    C h a p te r 6 Menu List M a in Sc re en • Clear Loudness: Pressing this knob sets the loudness contribution of all of the channels in this cluster to , allowing you to change None clusters.
  • Page 108: Solos And Mutes

    C h a p t e r 6 M e n u L i st M a i n S cr e e n Solos and Mutes When you rotate a Solo Mute knob, you can Solo the selected channels by turning the knob to the left, or Mute the same channels by turning the knob to the right.
  • Page 109: Channel Trims

    C h a p te r 6 Menu List M a i n S cr e e n C o n f i g u r a t i o n M e n u then recall that preset. If the knob isn’t rotated or pressed again for three seconds, the preset change times out and the screen returns to normal.
  • Page 110 C h a p t e r 6 M e n u L i st M a i n S c r e e n C o n f i g u r a t i o n M e n u Figure 6–17 Main Screen Configuration Menu Main Screen Configuration Menu...
  • Page 111: Main Screen Hot Key Configuration Menu

    C h a p te r 6 Menu List M a i n S c r e e n H o t K e y C o n f i g u r a t i o n M e n u Main Screen Hot Key Configuration Menu This menu allows you to configure the eight hot key knobs on the...
  • Page 112: Meter Configuration Menu

    C h a p t e r 6 M e n u L i st M e t e r C o n f i g u r a t i o n M e n u • Pressing the knob while a channel is highlighted selects or deselects this channel from the solos/mutes or trims applying to this hot key.
  • Page 113 C h a p te r 6 Menu List M e t e r C o n f i g u r a t i o n M e n u • Scale: Rotating this knob steps through the scales for the level meters.
  • Page 114: Monitor Mixer Configuration Menu

    C h a p t e r 6 M e n u L i st M o n it o r M ix e r C o n f ig u ra t io n M e n u colors. Pressing this knob allows you to adjust the division between the upper and middle segments.
  • Page 115: Configuration Screen

    C h a p te r 6 Menu List M o n i t o r M i x e r C o n f i g u r a t i o n M e n u With the combination of the Volume control, channel clustering, and speaker setting, you has a very powerful, intuitive tool to arrange the...
  • Page 116: Option Configuration Menu

    C h a p t e r 6 M e n u L i st O p t i o n C o n f i g u r a t i o n M e n u You can choose any one of the eight channel pairs of any active input or output card, or .
  • Page 117 C h a p te r 6 Menu List O p t i o n C o n f i g u r a t i o n M e n u Figure 6–21 Option Configuration Menu Option Configuration Menu Mutes Solos Exclusive...
  • Page 118: Preset Management Menu

    C h a p t e r 6 M e n u L i st P r e s e t M a n a g e m e n t M e n u • Solos: Rotating or pressing this knob determines whether you can select more than one Solo at a time on the...
  • Page 119: Unit Information Menu

    C h a p te r 6 Menu List U n i t I n f o r ma t i o n M e n u used in conjunction with the Copy To knob. Pressing either one will copy the indicated preset. •...
  • Page 120 C h a p t e r 6 M e n u L i st U n i t I n f o r m a t io n M e n u Figure 6–23 Unit Information Menu - (Application) Unit Information Menu Ethernet Unit S/W...
  • Page 121 Software Update Instructions ftp://0.0.0.0/ See also the instructions sent with the software update package provided by Wohler. Once software updates are enabled, this screen will go blank. Press any front panel switch to halt the FTP server and restart the unit whenever the nav.
  • Page 123: System Maintenance

    Introduction Overview This procedure details how to download the upgrade files, establish connectivity to the AMP2-16V Series monitor, and then how to upgrade new Netburner software and firmware. Note: It may prove useful to reprint this chapter every time you need to perform an upgrade, since several sections provide fill-in spaces to record existing values.
  • Page 124: File Download Requirements

    AMP2-16V Upgrade Navigate to the wohler web site: www.wohler.com. Decision Point: If you already have a member user ID and password for the Wohler web site, then log in by clicking on the Member Sign In link at the top right hand corner of the home page and sign in.
  • Page 125 C h a p t e r 7 System Maintenance D o w n l o a d i n g t h e U p g r a d e F i l e s Figure 7–1 Selecting the AMP When the monitor’s page displays, click on the tab in Downloads...
  • Page 126: Upgrade Requirements

    U p g r a d e R e q u i r e m e n t s Upgrade Requirements • An AMP2-16V Series monitor connected to PC on a Local Area Network (LAN) or connected to a host computer with a peer-to-peer (P2P) Ethernet connection. Refer to Establishing Connectivity on page for instructions.
  • Page 127: Establishing Connectivity

    NetBurner IP Setup Tool You should see something similar to the dialog shown in Figure 7–2 below. This dialog shows a NetBurner module fresh from the Wohler factory. 8 2 1 0 2 9 : A M P 2 - 1 6 V S e r i e s U s e r G u i d e...
  • Page 128: Setting The Ip Address And Network Mask

    C h a p t e r 7 S y s t e m M a i n t e n a n c e E s ta b l i s h i n g C o n n e c ti v i ty Figure 7–2 NetBurner IPSetup Dialog - Unconfigured If multiple NetBurner modules appear in the...
  • Page 129 C h a p t e r 7 System Maintenance E s ta b l i s h i n g C o n n e c t iv i ty Figure 7–3 NetBurner IPSetup Dialog - With IP Address and Net Mask Press the button and wait approximately 30 seconds.
  • Page 130: Connecting Peer-To-Peer

    Connecting Peer-to-Peer These instructions describe the procedure using a Windows XP machine. Host computers running other operating systems may have these controls in slightly different locations. Connect the crossover cable directly between the unit’s Ethernet port and your host computer’s Ethernet port. On the host computer, go to the Control Panel and double-click on...
  • Page 131 C h a p t e r 7 System Maintenance E s ta b l i s h i n g C o n n e c t iv i ty Figure 7–6 Local Area Connection Properties Dialog Highlight the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) check box.
  • Page 132 C h a p t e r 7 S y s t e m M a i n t e n a n c e E s ta b l i s h i n g C o n n e c ti v i ty Record any current settings in this dialogue box, because they may need to be changed.
  • Page 133: Upgrading The Netburner Software

    C h a p t e r 7 System Maintenance U p g r a d i n g t h e N e t b u r n e r S o f t w a r e You must set a static IP address for the unit as described in Setting the IP Address and Network Mask, Step...
  • Page 134 C h a p t e r 7 S y s t e m M a i n t e n a n c e U p g r a d i n g t h e N e t b u r n e r S o f t w a r e Figure 7–10 AutoUpdate IP Address Input Dialog - Incomplete...
  • Page 135: Upgrading The Sub-Processor Firmware

    C h a p t e r 7 System Maintenance U p g r a d i n g t h e S u b - P r o c e s s o r F i r m w a r e Upgrading the Sub-Processor Firmware Navigating to the Unit Information Menu...
  • Page 136: Enabling Ftp Access

    Software Update Instructions ftp://0.0.0.0/ See also the instructions sent with the software update package provided by Wohler. Once software updates are enabled, this screen will go blank. Press any front panel switch to halt the FTP server and restart the unit whenever the nav.
  • Page 137 C h a p t e r 7 System Maintenance U p g r a d i n g t h e S u b - P r o c e s s o r F i r m w a r e Figure 7–14 FTP Location If you see the following dialog similar to the one in...
  • Page 138 C h a p t e r 7 S y s t e m M a i n t e n a n c e U p g r a d i n g t h e S u b - P r o c e s s o r F i r m w a r e Press the key to refresh the window.
  • Page 139 C h a p t e r 7 System Maintenance U p g r a d i n g t h e S u b - P r o c e s s o r F i r m w a r e Figure 7–17 File Transfer Example Figure 7–17...
  • Page 140 C h a p t e r 7 S y s t e m M a i n t e n a n c e U p g r a d i n g t h e S u b - P r o c e s s o r F i r m w a r e Figure 7–18 Copy Completed Once an sub-processor has been reprogrammed, press...
  • Page 141: Chapter 8. Input/Output Modules And Options

    CHAPTER 8 Input/Output Modules and Options Introduction Overview This chapter discusses the various modules and their impact on the menu system, as well as other available options for the AMP2-16V Series monitors. Topics Topics Page Introduction Distinctions Among Models 3G/HD/SD-SDI Card AES Input Card AES Output Card Analog I/O Card...
  • Page 142: Distinctions Among Models

    C h a p t e r 8 I n p u t / O u t p u t M o d u l e s a n d O p ti o n s D i s t i n c t i o n s A m o n g M o d e l s Distinctions Among Models Optional I/O Modules You can further customize the AMP2-16V by inserting additional I/O...
  • Page 143: Standard Models

    Includes Dolby D, E, and Dolby Digital Plus decoding capability Includes dual 3G/HD/SD-SDI inputs and reclocked output While a huge number of functional combinations are possible, the following typical combinations form Wohler’s standard offering. Table 8–3 Relationship Between Model Name and Included I/O Modules...
  • Page 144: 3G/Hd/Sd-Sdi Card

    C h a p t e r 8 I n p u t / O u t p u t M o d u l e s a n d O p ti o n s 3 G / H D / S D- S D I C a r d 3G/HD/SD-SDI Card 3G/HD/SD-SDI Rear Panel Adaptor After adding the 3G/HD/SD-SDI Card and its corresponding rear...
  • Page 145: Outputs

    C h a p t e r 8 Input/Output Modules and Options 3 G / H D / S D -S D I C a r d Outputs The eight AES output pairs on this card are de-embedded and re- clocked from the 3G/HD/SD-SDI signal.
  • Page 146: Aes Input Card

    Ground AES Input Card AES Input Rear Panel Adaptor After adding the AES Input Card and its corresponding rear panel adaptor to the AMP2-16V Series monitor, the rear panel adaptor provides the input connectors shown in Figure 8–3. Figure 8–3...
  • Page 147: Menu Modifications

    C h a p t e r 8 Input/Output Modules and Options A E S O u t p u t C a r d Menu Modifications All of the AES input pairs on the AES Input Card rear panel adaptor are selectable on the Monitor Mixer Configuration Menu and are also...
  • Page 148: Menu Modifications

    C h a p t e r 8 I n p u t / O u t p u t M o d u l e s a n d O p ti o n s A n a l o g I /O C a rd Menu Modifications Pressing the AES Out...
  • Page 149: Menu Modifications

    C h a p t e r 8 Input/Output Modules and Options A n a l o g I /O C a rd Menu Modifications You can select the analog input from the Monitor Mixer Configuration Menu and also from the Analog Output Menus Audio Processor Configuration Menu...
  • Page 150 C h a p t e r 8 I n p u t / O u t p u t M o d u l e s a n d O p ti o n s A n a l o g I /O C a rd Table 8–5 Balanced Analog Input Connector Pin Out Function...
  • Page 151: Analog I/O And Spdif Toslink Card

    C h a p t e r 8 Input/Output Modules and Options A n a lo g I / O a n d S P D I F T O SL I N K C a r d Table 8–6 Balanced Analog Output Connector Pin Function Ground...
  • Page 152: Menu Modifications

    C h a p t e r 8 I n p u t / O u t p u t M o d u l e s a n d O p ti o n s A n a l o g I / O a n d S P D I F T O S LI N K C a r d Figure 8–6 Analog I/O and SPDIF TOSLINK Rear Panel Adaptor and Cover Plate...
  • Page 153: Connector Pin Outs

    Dolby on page 39 more information. Adding a Redundant Power Supply The AMP2-16V Series monitors come with a single 150W power supply that is sufficient to drive a fully-loaded monitor. However, an additional power supply (also 150W) is available as an option to provide for system redundancy.
  • Page 154: Precautions

    C h a p t e r 8 I n p u t / O u t p u t M o d u l e s a n d O p ti o n s A d d i n g a R e d u n d a n t P o w e r S u p p l y Precautions Before unpacking your new power supply, make sure you have a static- free surface on which to work.
  • Page 155: Adding/Removing Modules

    Adding/Removing Modules Wohler’s standard models typically do not populate all five slots, allowing for the addition of other modules. This section describes the procedures for adding new cards and removing existing cards.
  • Page 156: Requirements

    C h a p t e r 8 I n p u t / O u t p u t M o d u l e s a n d O p ti o n s A d d in g / R e m o v i n g M o d u l e s Requirements •...
  • Page 157 C h a p t e r 8 Input/Output Modules and Options A d d i n g / R e m o v i n g M o d u l e s Figure 8–8 Remove Nuts and Washers Using the wrench, remove the nuts and washers from the connectors as shown in Figure 8–8...
  • Page 158 C h a p t e r 8 I n p u t / O u t p u t M o d u l e s a n d O p ti o n s A d d in g / R e m o v i n g M o d u l e s Figure 8–10 Remove System Control Board Gently tilt the system board out of its slot and remove it from the...
  • Page 159 C h a p t e r 8 Input/Output Modules and Options A d d i n g / R e m o v i n g M o d u l e s Figure 8–12 Attach First Standoff Standoff Screw from the Other Side Attach a standoff to the side of the system control board containing the Dolby slot, by screwing it in from the other side of...
  • Page 160 C h a p t e r 8 I n p u t / O u t p u t M o d u l e s a n d O p ti o n s A d d in g / R e m o v i n g M o d u l e s Figure 8–14 Insert Dolby D/E Card Insert the Dolby D/E Card into the slot as shown in...
  • Page 161 C h a p t e r 8 Input/Output Modules and Options A d d i n g / R e m o v i n g M o d u l e s Figure 8–16 Tighten Second Standoff Screw Similarly, adjust and tighten the second standoff screw on the opposite side of the system control board, and then attach another screw on top of the standoff as shown in...
  • Page 162: Removing A Dolby D/E Card

    C h a p t e r 8 I n p u t / O u t p u t M o d u l e s a n d O p ti o n s A d d in g / R e m o v i n g M o d u l e s Figure 8–18 Replace Rear Panel Replace the rear panel as shown in...
  • Page 163: Adding A 3G Option Card

    C h a p t e r 8 Input/Output Modules and Options A d d i n g / R e m o v i n g M o d u l e s Otherwise, if you would like to add a different type of I/O module, continue on to Adding a Non-3G Card I/O Module on page 152.
  • Page 164: Adding A Non-3G Card I/O Module

    C h a p t e r 8 I n p u t / O u t p u t M o d u l e s a n d O p ti o n s A d d in g / R e m o v i n g M o d u l e s Adding a Non-3G Card I/O Module To add a new I/O module, follow the instructions below.
  • Page 165: Removing A 3G Option Card

    C h a p t e r 8 Input/Output Modules and Options A d d i n g / R e m o v i n g M o d u l e s If you would like to remove a 3G Option Card, continue on to Removing a 3G Option Card immediately below.
  • Page 166: Option Kits

    All presets will be set to a factory default appropriate for the new arrangement of cards. Option Kits Table 8–7 below lists the option kits with their respective hardware components for your convenience. Please contact your Wohler sales representative for further information. Table 8–7 Part Numbers for Optional Hardware/Kits Part...
  • Page 167 C h a p t e r 8 Input/Output Modules and Options O p t io n K i t s Table 8–7 Part Numbers for Optional Hardware/Kits Part Description Number 750645 2 Cables (15-Pin VGA Female to IDC 16 Pos Female 6” LG) 829001 AES Input Option Kit (includes 256455-01, 919256, and 919282)
  • Page 168 C h a p t e r 8 I n p u t / O u t p u t M o d u l e s a n d O p ti o n s O p t io n K it s Table 8–7 Part Numbers for Optional Hardware/Kits Part...
  • Page 169: Chapter 9. Features And Specifications

    CHAPTER 9 Features and Specifications Introduction Overview This chapter lists the features and specifications for the AMP2-16V Series monitors. Topics Topics Page Introduction Features Specifications 8 2 1 0 2 9 : A M P 2 - 1 6 V S e r i e s Us e r G u i d e ©...
  • Page 170: Features

    C h a p t e r 9 F e a t u r e s a n d S p e c i fi c a ti o n s F e a t u r e s Features Product Benefits •...
  • Page 171: Additional Features

    C h a p t e r 9 Features and Specifications F e a t u r e s • Production facilities and outside broadcast (OB) operators provide programming for clients on a global basis. Program producer and networks metering standards can be instantly accommodated with metering resolution (210 segments displayed with stereo phase indicators for stereo pairs) that is unmatched in precision.
  • Page 172: Standards

    C h a p t e r 9 F e a t u r e s a n d S p e c i fi c a ti o n s S p e c if i c a ti o n s Standards Loudness measurements comply with ITU-1770/1771 standards.
  • Page 173 C h a p t e r 9 Features and Specifications S p e ci f i c a t i o n s Table 9–1 Specifications (Continued) Specification Values/Domains Selectable: • Meter range • Meter thresholds, Level Meter Characteristics •...
  • Page 175: Chapter 10. Troubleshooting

    Introduction Overview This chapter lists the potential error and warning messages in the event the AMP2-16V Series monitor may experience an unexpected condition. If on the outside chance you cannot recover from an error message, contact Wohler’s customer support. (Wohler’s contact information is on the copyright page of this document.)
  • Page 176: Normal Messages

    AMP2-16V Series monitor. Receiving any of the following messages is part of the normal operation of the unit. No IP Address If you are attempting to connect your AMP2-16V Series monitor to your network and you see this message displayed on the Unit Information...
  • Page 177: Upgraded Software

    Inconsistent Module List If you recently added or removed any of the I/O cards from the AMP2-16V Series monitor, you will see the following message. Did you add or remove an optional module? The system module list has changed. This is normal if you recently added or removed a module.
  • Page 178: Restart

    If you have not recently added or removed an I/O module, remove the top cover to verify that all the cards are seated properly, then restart the unit. Restart When powering up the AMP2-16V Series monitor, you may see the following message. Restart System restart in process… Please wait.
  • Page 179: Unreleased Software Version

    Press Continue to proceed with the startup. Continue Front Panel Error If the AMP2-16V Series monitor cannot communicate with its internal input controls, restarting the unit can often correct this condition. Front Panel Error The system is unable to communicate with the front panel controls.
  • Page 180: Minor Issue

    Press Reboot to clear this issue. If this issue recurs after several restarts, connect a PC to the serial port and run a terminal emulation program. Then restart once more. Contact Wohler Technical Support if this problem persists. Reboot Continue...

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