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Crestron SWE-8 Operation Manual

Crestron SWE-8 Operation Manual

Sonnex multiroom audio unamplified expander, 8 zone
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  • Page 1 Crestron SWE-8 ® Sonnex Multiroom Audio Unamplified Expander, 8 Zone Operations Guide...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions • Read these instructions. WARNING: • Keep these instructions. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, • Heed all warnings. DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR • Follow all instructions. MOISTURE. THE APPARATUS SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED •...

  • Page 3: Regulatory Compliance

    United States and/or other countries. Other trademarks, registered trademarks, and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Crestron disclaims any proprietary interest in the marks and names of others. Crestron is not responsible for errors in typography or photography.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Crestron SWE-8 Sonnex Multiroom Audio Unamplified Expander, 8 Zone Contents Sonnex Multiroom Audio Unamplified Expander, 8 Zone: SWE-8 Introduction ..........................1 Features and Functions ....................1 Applications......................... 3 Specifications ......................3 Physical Description ....................5 Setup ............................8 Sonnex Link Wiring ....................8 Installation ........................

  • Page 7: Sonnex Multiroom Audio Unamplified Expander, 8 Zone: Swe-8

    Single-space rack mountable 8 Zones Unamplified The SWE-8 allows routing of any of the main SWAMP-24X8’s 24 source inputs to any of its eight zone outputs. Outputs 1-4 offer balanced, unbalanced, and CH outputs. Outputs 5-8 offer S/PDIF and CH outputs.
  • Page 8 SWE-8 functions provided through the SWAMP-24X8. 1. Item(s) sold separately. 2. For connection of the Sonnex Link between the SWAMP-24X8 and each expander, use Crestron DM-CBL-8G or high-quality CAT5e shielded twisted-pair cable. The maximum cable length using DM-CBL-8G or CAT5e is 200 ft (61 m) per run. For longer distances, use the S-EXT1-S Sonnex Link over Fiber Extender.

  • Page 9: Applications

    Crestron SWE-8 Sonnex Multiroom Audio Unamplified Expander, 8 Zone Applications The following diagram shows a SWE-8 in a multizone application. SWE-8 in a Multizone Application Specifications Specifications for the SWE-8 are listed in the following table. SWE-8 Specifications SPECIFICATION DETAILS...
  • Page 10 Environmental Temperature 41º to 104º F (5º to 40º C) Humidity 10% to 90% RH (non-condensing) Heat Dissipation 41 Btu/h (Continued on following page) 4 • Sonnex Multiroom Audio Unamplified Expander, 8 Zone: SWE-8 Operations Guide – DOC. 7202B...

  • Page 11: Physical Description

    Sonnex Multiroom Audio System Physical Description This section provides information on the connections, controls, and indicators available on the SWE-8. SWE-8 Physical View (Front) SWE-8 Physical View (Rear) Operations Guide – DOC. 7202B Sonnex Multiroom Audio Unamplified Expander, 8 Zone: SWE-8 • 5...
  • Page 12 S-EXT1-S Sonnex Link Over Fiber Extender (each sold separately); Green LED indicates link status; Amber LED indicates data communication Pin 8 Pin 1 (Continued on following page) 6 • Sonnex Multiroom Audio Unamplified Expander, 8 Zone: SWE-8 Operations Guide – DOC. 7202B...
  • Page 13 1. Interface connectors for BALANCED L/R ports are provided with the unit. 2. For connection of the Sonnex Link between the SWE-8 and the SWAMP-24X8 or S-EXT1-S, use Crestron DM-CBL-8G or high-quality CAT5e shielded twisted-pair cable. The maximum cable length is 200 ft (61 meters) per run.

  • Page 14: Setup

    The SWE-8 can be mounted in a rack or stacked with other equipment. Two “ears” Rack Mounting are provided with the SWE-8 so that the unit can be rack mounted. These ears must be installed prior to mounting. Complete the following procedure to attach the ears to the unit.
  • Page 15 Repeat procedure (steps 1 through 3) to attach the remaining ear to the opposite side. Four “feet” are provided with the SWE-8 so that if the unit is not rack mounted, the Stacking rubber feet can provide stability when the unit is placed on a flat surface or stacked.

  • Page 16: Hardware Hookup

    Make the necessary connections as called out in the illustration that follows this paragraph. Refer to “Sonnex Link Wiring” on page 8 for additional information. Apply power after all connections have been made. When making connections to the SWE-8, use a Crestron power supply for Crestron equipment. Hardware Connections for the SWE-8...
  • Page 17 Crestron SWE-8 Sonnex Multiroom Audio Unamplified Expander, 8 Zone Connect to SWAMP24X8 or The SWE-8 can be connected to a SWAMP-24X8 or S-EXT1-S Sonnex Link Over Fiber Extender via shielded CAT5 cable. S-EXT1-S Sonnex Link Over Fiber Extender SWAMP-24X8 to SWE-8 Connection ®...

  • Page 18: Configuration

    Sonnex Multiroom Audio Unamplified Expander, 8 Zone Crestron SWE-8 Configuration The SWE-8 is automatically configured from the front panel of a connected SWAMP-24X8 or by Sonnex Tools software. For more information on configuration options, refer to the SWAMP(I)-24X8 Sonnex Multiroom Audio System Operations Guide (Doc.

  • Page 19: Uploading And Upgrading

    However, before attempting to upload or upgrade it is necessary to establish communication. Establishing Communication All communications with the SWE-8 are managed through the communication link with a connected SWAMP-24X8. For information, refer to the SWAMP(I)-24X8 Sonnex Multiroom Audio System Operations Guide (Doc. 7049) at www.crestron.com/manuals.

  • Page 20: Operation

    On the SWAMP-24X8, press the SOURCE button of the source to be routed. The associated SOURCE LED lights. On the SWE-8, press the ZONE buttons of the zones to be selected. The associated ZONE LED(s) lights. To remove a zone from a source, press the desired ZONE button. The associated ZONE LED turns off.

  • Page 21: Problem Solving

    Check Wiring To ensure optimum performance over the full range of the installation topology, use Crestron Certified Wire only. Failure to do so may incur additional charges if support is required to identify performance deficiencies because of using improper wire.

  • Page 22: Future Updates

    Future Updates As Crestron improves functions, adds new features, and extends the capabilities of the SWE-8, additional information may be made available as manual updates. These updates are solely electronic and serve as intermediary supplements prior to the release of a complete technical documentation revision.

  • Page 23: Return And Warranty Policies

    (property or economic damages inclusive) arising from the sale or use of this equipment. Crestron is not liable for any claim made by a third party or made by the purchaser for a third party.
  • Page 24 Crestron Electronics, Inc. Operations Guide – DOC. 7202B (2033120) 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 Tel: 888.CRESTRON 03.14 Fax: 201.767.7576 Specifications subject to www.crestron.com change without notice.

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