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02 1 OC03 OC03 B370031 PX-0288 Audio Matrix PX 0288 AUDIO MATRIX REMOTE MIC REMOTE MIC REMOTE MIC REMOTE MIC REMOTE MIC REMOTE MIC REMOTE MIC REMOTE MIC PAGING MIC PAGING MIC PAGING MIC PAGING MIC PAGING MIC PAGING MIC PAGING MIC PAGING MIC PGM SELECT...
A personal welcome to you from the management and employees of Inter-M All of the co-workers here at Inter-M are dedicated to providing excellent products with inherently good value, and we are delighted you have purchased one of our products.
8x8 AUDIO MATRIX Unpacking Please take a few minutes to read this manual to familiarize yourself with important information regarding installation, product features, and operation. As with most electronic devices, ORIGINAL PACKAGING (OR EQUAL) IS REQUIRED in the unlikely event that the product needs to be returned for servicing.
Strong physical shocks to the unit may cause damage. Handle the unit with care. - DO NOT OPEN THE CASE OR ATTEMPT REPAIRS OR MODIFICATIONS YOURSELF This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Refer all maintenance to qualified Inter-M service personnel. Opening the case and/or tampering with internal circuitry voids the warranty.
8x8 AUDIO MATRIX Description Description The PX-0288 and related components provides the latest technology combined with ease of operation to create a system which offers enormous capability and flexibility. Local audio sources may be sent to any combination of up to eight remote zones and do so with either local or remote control. This type of flexibility makes this product ideal for any type of multi-zone system including hotels, airports, casinos, hospitals, conference centers, and restaurants.
8x8 AUDIO MATRIX PX-0288 Front Panel PX-0288 Front Panel PX 0288 AUDIO MATRIX REMOTE MIC REMOTE MIC REMOTE MIC REMOTE MIC REMOTE MIC REMOTE MIC REMOTE MIC REMOTE MIC PAGING MIC PAGING MIC PAGING MIC PAGING MIC PAGING MIC PAGING MIC PAGING MIC PAGING MIC PGM SELECT...
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8x8 AUDIO MATRIX 8. MONITOR OUTPUT CONTROL KNOB This determines the level of the monitor loudspeaker. Turned fully counterclockwise is "MINIMUM" or no output, and turned fully clockwise is "MAXIMUM" or full output. 9. REMOTE CONTROLLER ENABLE/DISABLE SWITCH This switch is used to ENABLE/DISABLE (ON/OFF) the remote controllers (LM-88/PS-88) that are connected to each zone.
BASS AUD- D-GND 5 6 7 8 GND A-GND www.inter-m.com 101112 141516 1. AC MAINS POWER INPUT This is the AC MAINS input receptacle which accepts the detachable AC power cable. Connect only to an appropriate AC mains power source.
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8x8 AUDIO MATRIX - Remote Address Setup Legend Output Zone PIN No. 1 PIN No. 2 PIN No. 3 Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 Zone 4 Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8 4. TREBLE CONTROL This controls the high frequency signal level for the individual ZONE. The center position is flat (normal) offering no boost or cut.
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8x8 AUDIO MATRIX 11. TREBLE CONTROL This controls the amount of the high frequency on the PAGING MICROPHONE. The center position is flat (normal) offering no boost or cut. Turning counterclockwise will reduce the high frequency level, turning clockwise will increase the high frequency. The maximum range of adjustment is ±12dB. 12.
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8x8 AUDIO MATRIX 17. FIRE ALARM CONTACT CLOSURE Contact closures are provided for each of the eight zones. Emergency messages can be sent to any zone preset to receive such messages. - Remote Address Setup Legend PIN Number PIN NAME Functions D-GND Shared ground port...
REMOTE MIC STATION RM-88 Front Panel RM-88 Front Panel BUSY POWER RM 88 REMOTE MIC STATION LEVEL TALK -15 -12 ZONE 1 ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4 ZONE 5 ZONE 6 ZONE 7 ZONE 8 1. REMOTE MIC INPUT This allows one microphone to be connected to the RM-88.
DC 24V D-GND MODEL NO. RM-88 REMOTE MIC STATION A-GND www.inter-m.com OC03 1. CONTROL CONNECTOR This connector links to PX-0288 and to other RM-88 using 9 conductor (8 plus shield). - Connector Pin Legend (using 9 conductor (8 plus shield)
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REMOTE MIC STATION 4. ADDRESS AND CHIME SWITCHES The position of these switches will determine the ADDRESS assigned to the remote and the status of the CHIME. - Address and Chime Switch Position Legend Switch Number Functions Not used (Used only for Program) Not used (Used only for Program) Not used (Used only for Program) Remote Mic Station #1...
REMOTE CONTROLLER WITH AUDIO INPUT LM-88/PS-88 Front Panel LM-88/PS-88 Front Panel LM 88 PS 88 SELECT SELECT LINE LEVEL VOLUME VOLUME LEVEL Each Remote requires an exclusive address that is not shared with any other remote. Using the legend below assign each remote a zone address that matches the assigned output zone the remote is connected to on the rear of the PX-0288.
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REMOTE CONTROLLER WITH AUDIO INPUT 1. REMOTE AUDIO SOURCE STEREO INPUT These 2-conductor unbalanced RCA type jacks are available to connect Line level sources such as tape decks, CD players, and tuners. The Left and Right signals are combined internally and are then available as a mono source to the system.
LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL TREBLE BASS AUD+ DC 24V LEVEL TREBLE BASS AUD- D-GND 5 6 7 8 GND A-GND www.inter-m.com Fire Alarm Contact Local BGM Paging MIC Maximum 300m(UTP) BUSY BUSY BUSY BUSY POWER POWER POWER POWER RM 88...
8x8 AUDIO MATRIX Operation Operation The following explanation will instruct the user on how to operate the controls and make adjustments. Experience and patience are required in most cases to fully appreciate the capabilities of the system. Begin by reading the "Short Form" instructions. The Short Form section is provided for operators that do not require extensive instructions.
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8x8 AUDIO MATRIX 5. DRP(Digital Record and Playback) - When the TALK/REC key is pressed, "-RECORD-" will be displayed and the system becomes Record Ready mode. (the paging zones should not be selected in the beginning) * To cancel recording and enter into the previous mode, press the ALL/ESC Key. - Press and hold the TALK/REC key one more time to start recording.
8x8 AUDIO MATRIX Operating the RM-88 1. Preparing to announce - Connect a Remote Mic Station to the REMOTE MIC IN CONTROL connector located on the rear of the PX- 0288. - Assign the appropriate address and Chime settings with the DIP switches on the rear of the RM-88. - Select an output zone from Remote Mic Station and press the "TALK"...
8x8 AUDIO MATRIX Specifications Specifications ........................0dB=1Vrms PX-0288 - ELECTRICAL Audio Input PGM Input ..........................-20dB Paging Mic Input ......................-50dB (Balanced) Audio Output Line Output .........................0dB (Balanced) Tone Control (Common for Input and Output) Treble ........................±12dB (at 10kHz) Bass ........................±12dB (at 100Hz) THD ............................0.01% DRP (Digital Record Playback).............Factory setting: Korean and English ..................User recordable (the maximum of 60 seconds)
8x8 AUDIO MATRIX Specifications ........................0dB=1Vrms RM-88 - ELECTRICAL MIC Input ........................-50dB(Balanced) Audio Output Line Output ........................0dB(Balanced) Serial Interface (RS-422) Communication Speed......................9600 bps Full Duplex, Multi-Drop method Data 8bits, Stop 1bit, Start 1bit, non parity Communication Distance ............Maximum 300m 9 conductor (8 plus shield) - GENERAL Weight............................1.45kg Dimensions.....................200(W)x206(H)x70(D)mm...
To obtain specific warranty information and available service locations contact Inter-M directly or the authorized Inter-M Distributor for your specific country or region.
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Inter-M, Ltd. (Korea) began operations in 1983. Since then, Inter-M has grown to become one of the largest manufacturers of professional audio and commercial sound electronics equipment in the world. Inter-M has gained worldwide recognition for its own branded products, as well as private label manufacturing of electronics sold under other names (OEM).