Cobalt Digital Inc openGear 9241 Owner's Manual

Cobalt Digital Inc openGear 9241 Owner's Manual

Universal analog audio distribution amplifier

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Cobalt Digital Inc.
9241
Universal Analog Audio Distribution Amplifier
Owner's Manual
Cobalt Part Number: 9241
V.1.6
9241 Manual V.1.6
6/6/2013

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  • Page 1 Cobalt Digital Inc. 9241 Universal Analog Audio Distribution Amplifier Owner’s Manual Cobalt Part Number: 9241 V.1.6 9241 Manual V.1.6 6/6/2013...
  • Page 2 The material in this manual is furnished for informational use only. It is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Cobalt Digital Inc. Cobalt Digital Inc. assumes no responsibility or liability for errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual.
  • Page 3: Symbol Meanings

    Important Regulatory and Safety Notices Before using this product and any associated equipment, refer to the “Important Safety Instructions” listed below so as to avoid personnel injury and to prevent product damage. Products may require specific equipment, and /or installation procedures be carried out to satisfy certain regulatory compliance requirements.
  • Page 4 Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Cobalt Digital Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
  • Page 5: Environmental Information

    To avoid the potential release of those substances into the environment and to diminish the need for the extraction of natural resources, Cobalt Digital Inc. encourages you to use the appropriate take-back systems. These systems will reuse or recycle most of the materials from your end-of-life equipment in an environmentally friendly and health conscious manner.
  • Page 6: Functional Block Diagram

    Documentation Terms Overview The 9241 is an analog audio distribution amplifier designed for broadcast use. It can be used as either a mono or two channel (stereo) audio DA. When used as a mono DA it can provide eight copies of the single (mono) input signal or four copies each of the two (stereo) inputs.
  • Page 7: Documentation Terms

    Features The following features make the 9241 the best solution for analog audio distribution. • Handles mono or stereo signals • Has summing capability • Silence detection • 5 year warranty • Fits openGear 8310/8321 series frames Documentation Terms The following terms are used throughout this guide: •...
  • Page 8: Installation And Setup

    Unpacking Unpack each 9241 you received from the shipping container, and check the contents against the packing list to ensure that all items are included. If any items are missing or damaged, contact your sales representative or Cobalt Digital Inc. directly.
  • Page 9: Rear Module Installation (Optional)

    Using a Phillips driver and the supplied screw, fasten the rear module to the frame back plane. Do not over tighten. All modules are installed using the same method above. The following section shows the rear modules available for the 9241.
  • Page 10: Rear Modules

    Note: Screen legends may not agree with connections shown here. Use the labeling shown here. Note: The RM20-9241-C/S and RM20-9241-D/S rear modules are usable only with the 20-slot frame. RM20-9241-B rear module available for 8310-series (10-slot frame) as part number RM-9241-B.
  • Page 11: User Controls

    Level CH1 and CH2 The level controls are used to adjust the output levels of the 9241. When using the 9241 as a mono DA CH1 level control is used. When using the card as a stereo DA both CH1 and CH2 controls are...
  • Page 12 LEDs The front-edge of the card features LEDs that display the status of the input signals. Descriptions are provided in the following table: Color Location Display and Description When illuminated there is a valid analog signal at input CH1. Top of the Green card When illuminated there is a valid analog signal at input CH2.
  • Page 13: Dip Switch Settings

    DIP Switch Settings SW1-1 SW1-2 SW 2 SW 3 Figure 5. Card-edge User Controls Switch Mode SW1-1, SW1-2 SW1-1 SW1-2 (Audio mode) Stereo DA (Dual 1x4) Mono Mix (Sum CH1 and CH2) Mono DA (CH1 > 1x8) Reserved Get card parameters from non volatile memory, ignore (Power-up defaults) dip switch settings.
  • Page 14: Remote Control

    This card may be monitored or controlled by a remote computer through DashBoard the free configuration monitoring software available to openGear users. With DashBoard installed on your computer the following menus are available when interrogating an 9241 card: MENU ITEM...
  • Page 15 MENU ITEM DROP DOWN SELECTION DESCRIPTION Card Silence Range from OFF to 45 seconds in 5 Sets the time interval allowed for no Detection Time second intervals signal present or signal below Settings Interval threshold before alarm is activated (Drop down The default is off ie.
  • Page 16: Specifications

    Output Impedance 60Ω balanced Output Isolation Greater than 60dB GENERAL Power Requirements +12 V,215 mA idling Dimensions 3.025" high x 12.800" deep Weight approx.0.115 kg (0.252 lbs) Cobalt Digital Inc. reserves the right to change performance specifications without prior notice.
  • Page 17: Warranty And Service Information

    (1) year. Cobalt Digital Inc.'s (“Cobalt”) sole obligation under this warranty shall be limited to, at its option, (i) the repair or (ii) replacement of the product, and the determination of whether a defect is covered under this limited warranty shall be made at the sole discretion of Cobalt.
  • Page 18: Ordering Information

    RM20-9241-D/S Rear Module 8321 Frame Rear I/O Module (Split) Dual 1x4 Differential Analog Audio In/Out Your 9241 Distribution Amplifier is a part of the openGear family of products. Cobalt Digital offers a full line of openGear terminal equipment including distribution, conversion, monitoring, muxing, demuxing and processing of AES/EBU and HD/SD- SDI as well as analog audio and video products.
  • Page 19 217 • 344 • 1245 General Information sales@cobaltdigital.com E-MAIL Technical Support support@cobaltdigital.com POSTAL 2406 E. University Ave. Cobalt Digital Inc. Urbana, IL 61802 SERVICE Visit Us Please visit us at our website for: • Company information • Related products and full product lines •...

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