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Networked PIP Series Reference Manual
Network Programmable Input Processors with HiQnet™, TCP/IQ™,
SmartAmp™Features, Load Supervision for Crown PIP2™-Compatible
Amplifi ers, and CobraNet™ Connectivity (USP4-CN only)
Obtaining Other Language Versions: To obtain information in another language about
the use of this product, please contact your local Crown Distributor. If you need assistance
locating your local distributor, please contact Crown at 574-294-8000.
This manual does not include all of the details of design, production, or variations of the
equipment. Nor does it cover every possible situation which may arise during installation,
operation or maintenance. If special assistance is needed beyond the scope of this manual, or
the software online help, please contact the Crown Technical Support Group.
The information provided in this manual was deemed accurate as of the publication date.
However, updates to this information may have occurred. To obtain the latest version of this
manual, please visit the Crown website at www.crownaudio.com.
Trademark Notice: Crown, Crown Audio, Amcron, Com-Tech, Macro-Tech, IQ and IQ
System are registered trademarks of Crown International. TCP/IQ, SmartAmp, IQ2, PIP and
PIP2 are trademarks of Crown International. HiQnet is a trademark of Harman International
Industries, Inc. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Some models may be exported under the name Amcron
©2009 by Crown Audio
Telephone: 574-294-8000
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Inc., 1718 W. Mishawaka Rd., Elkhart, Indiana 46517-9439 U.S.A.
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- Page 1 However, updates to this information may have occurred. To obtain the latest version of this manual, please visit the Crown website at www.crownaudio.com. Trademark Notice: Crown, Crown Audio, Amcron, Com-Tech, Macro-Tech, IQ and IQ System are registered trademarks of Crown International. TCP/IQ, SmartAmp, IQ2, PIP and PIP2 are trademarks of Crown International.
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Page 2: Fcc Compliance Notice
Networked PIP Series Crown Technical Support 1718 W. Mishawaka Rd., Elkhart, Indiana 46517-9439 U.S.A. Phone: 800-342-6939 (North America, Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands) or 574-294-8200 Fax: 574-294-8301 Internet: http://www.crownaudio.com WATCH FOR THESE SYMBOLS. The exclamation point triangle is used to alert the user to important operating or maintenance instructions. -
Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity
Networked PIP Series DECLARATION of CONFORMITY Harman International FOR COMPLIANCE QUESTIONS ONLY: Susan Whitfi eld 1718 W. Mishawaka Rd. 574-294-8289 Elkhart, IN 46517 U.S.A. sue.whitfi eld@harman.com European Representative’s Name and Address: David Budge 10 Harvest Close Yateley GU46 6YS United Kingdom Equipment Type: Control System Components Family Name: PIP Model Name: PIP-Lite, PIP-USP4-CN... -
Page 4: Quick Install Procedure
Networked PIP Series Quick Install Procedure This procedure is provided for those who would like to install the PIP card in the shortest time possible and are already familiar with Harman Pro System Architect and HiQnet. A more complete installation procedure is outlined in the installation section. Prepare the amplifi... -
Page 5: Controls, Indicators And Connectors
Networked PIP Series Controls, Indicators and Connectors PIP-Lite A. Balanced Audio Input Connectors 3-pin removable barrier-strip connectors, one per channel. B. Preset Indicator Signals the number of the current preset, if active, by fl ashing a series of fl ashes equal to the current preset number. -
Page 6: Preset Indicator
Networked PIP Series PIP-USP4-CN A. Balanced Analog Audio Input Connector 3-pin removable barrier-strip connectors. B. Balanced Analog Audio Output Connector 3-pin removable barrier-strip connectors. C. AES Digital Audio 3-pin removable barrier-strip connectors. D. Network Connector RJ-45 connector for HiQnet control and CobraNet Digital Audio to a 100Mb Ethernet Network. -
Page 7: Installation
Networked PIP Series Installation Before beginning, please carefully note: CAUTION: STATIC ELECTRICITY MAY DAMAGE THE UNIT. Use caution when handling the unit. Carefully ground yourself BEFORE touching the unit. Avoided unnecessary touching the components or solder pads on the circuit board. It is best to handle the unit by its front panel only. - Page 8 Networked PIP Series Connect the PIP-Lite Module to the Rotate PIP Module 180 Amplifi er B A C K P A N E L O F P IP A M P L IF IE R 1. Turn the PIP module upside down so the ribbon cable connectors located along the back edge on the underside of the module can be clearly seen.
- Page 9 Networked PIP Series Connect the PIP-USP4-CN module to the amplifi er (Note: PIP-USP4-CN only works with CTs 2-Channel models). 1. Turn the PIP module upside down so the ribbon cable connectors located along the back edge on the underside of the module can be clearly seen. 2.
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Page 10: Wiring Instructions
Networked PIP Series Wiring Instructions 1. PIP-Lite ONLY: Using a standard CAT5 cable, connect the network connector to a 100 Mb port on an Ethenet switch that is used to form the control network. If the PIP module is not to be connected to a control network, it can be temporaily connected to a computer’s Ethernet port with a crossover cable (TX and RX pairs switched) to set up the PIP module for desired operation. -
Page 11: Advanced Features And Options
Networked PIP Series Advanced Features and Options Using the AUX Connector The AUX connector offers a means to tap some of the fl exibility of the Harman Pro System Architect. It can be used to enable peripherals, send a signal to another system component, and send a line-level audio signal of the amplifi... - Page 12 Networked PIP Series PIP-Lite AUX Output On the PIP-LIte, the AUX output provides a +15 VDC output, current limited to 10 mA, which can be switched ON or OFF under software control. Pins 1 and 6 support the Listen Bus or Foldback feature. In its basic mode, the AUX output can be used to control auxiliary equipment.
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Page 13: Warranty
Networked PIP Series WARRANTY UNITED STATES & CANADA SUMMARY OF WARRANTY Crown International, 1718 West Mishawaka Road, Elkhart, Indiana 46517-4095 U.S.A. warrants to you, the ORIGINAL PURCHASER and ANY SUBSEQUENT OWNER of each NEW Crown product, for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase by the original purchaser (the “warranty period”) that the new Crown product is free of defects in materials and workmanship. - Page 14 Networked PIP Series WARRANTY WORLDWIDE EXCEPT USA & CANADA SUMMARY OF WARRANTY Crown International, 1718 West Mishawaka Road, Elkhart, Indiana 46517-4095 U.S.A. warrants to you, the ORIGINAL PURCHASER and ANY SUBSEQUENT OWNER of each NEW Crown1 product, for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase by the original purchaser (the “warranty period”) that the new Crown product is free of defects in materials and workmanship, and we further warrant the new Crown product regardless of the reason for failure, except as excluded in this Warranty.
- Page 15 Networked PIP Series Crown Factory Service Information Shipping Address: Crown Factory Service, 1718 W. Mishawaka Rd., Elkhart, IN 46517 PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY SRA #: __________________(If sending product to Crown factory service.) Model: ______________ Serial Number: _____________________ Purchase Date: ____________ PRODUCT RETURN INFORMATION Individual or Business Name: _____________________________________________________________________ Phone #: _____________________________________ Fax #: __________________________________...