Toa AM-1 Operating Instructions Manual
Realtime steering array microphone system
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- Page 1 ※量産用には使用しないでください OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS REALTIME STEERING AM-1 ARRAY MICROPHONE SYSTEM Thank you for purchasing TOA’s Real-time Steering Array Microphone System. Please carefully follow the instructions in this manual to ensure long, trouble-free use of your equipment.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........... 3 2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ................4 3. GENERAL DESCRIPTION ................6 4. FEATURES ......................6 5. HANDLING PRECAUTIONS ..............6 6. NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS ..........7 MICROPHONE ......................7 CONTROL UNIT ......................7 7. -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Read these instructions. • Keep these instructions. • Heed all warnings. • Follow all instructions. • Do not use this apparatus near water. • Clean only with dry cloth. • Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. • Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. • Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. • Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. • Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. • Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
When Installing the Unit the power supply plug from the AC outlet and contact your nearest TOA dealer. Make no further • Do not expose the unit to rain or an environment attempt to operate the unit in this condition as this where it may be splashed by water or other liquids, may cause fire or electric shock. - Page 5 When the Unit is in Use CAUTION • Make sure that the volume control is set to minimum position before power is switched on. Loud noise When Installing the Unit produced at high volume when power is switched on can impair hearing. • Never plug in nor remove the power supply plug with wet hands, as doing so may cause electric • Use the specified AC adapter for the unit. Note that shock.
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Page 6: General Description
3. GENERAL DESCRIPTION The AM-1 Real-time Steering Array Microphone System is a sophisticated microphone system, capable of detecting a sound source location, and steering the microphone’s beam angle automatically in real-time to capture the targeted sound more efficiently. In addition, the unique user-friendly app and firmware allow the user to monitor the status of the sound source, and make changes to its detailed setting parameters by using an iPad™... -
Page 7: Nomenclature And Functions
6. NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS [MICROPHONE] 3 4 5 1. Microphone grill 4. Microphone status indicator For the unit to perform appropriately, this grill Lights when the unit is powered with the audio should not be covered with any objects. signal being not muted. 2. XLR connector 5. -
Page 8: System Configuration
7. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION AD-246 (Optional) Control Unit Microphone 8. CONNECTIONS shielded twisted-pair cable (max.230 ft) Microphone Unit [Front] [Rear] Control Unit Analog input of mixer/amplifier Digital input of mixer/amplifier AD-246 Optional AC adapter LAN-connected wireless router switching HUB iPad... -
Page 9: General Setup
9. GENERAL SETUP Step 1. Confirm all devices are connected properly with specified cables and connectors. Step 2. Adjust the analog output level to match the input level of connected mixer or amplifier. Step 3. Make sure the volume control is set to minimum position, and then turn on the control unit’s power switch. Step 4. While speaking to the microphone from an appropriate distance, adjust the output level with the volume control. -
Page 10: System Settings
10. SYSTEM SETTINGS The detail parameter settings and monitoring feature is available for use with a PC or an iPad®, which allows the operation of the following key items. Dedicated GUI [Real-time monitoring] • Detection of sound source location • Signal level of 8 individual microphone elements [Parameter settings] • Tracking range (Horizontal angle and distance) • Tracking sensitivity • Tracking speed • Gain compensation ON/OFF, Distance adjustment threshold • Duration (Time monitoring of sound source footprint) • Disabling of MUTE switch function on the microphone • Output gain level adjustment [Operation] • Mute ON/OFF When using a PC, maintaining with these settings can be performed via the PC’s browser. For an iPad®, the dedicated app is free to download from the iTune® App Store. -
Page 11: Specifications
11. SPECIFICATIONS • MICROPHONE Power Source 24V DC/200 mA (supplied from Control Unit) Maximum Input Sound Level 100 dB SPL (at 20" distance) S/N Ratio 90 dB or more (from Control Unit) Frequency Response 150 - 18,000 Hz Horizontal : 50 ° (450 - 18,000 Hz, Array mode) , 180 ° (Cardioid mode) Directional Angle Vertical : 90 ° Mute Switch Touch sensor LED Indicator Mute (red), In operation (blue) Cable Shielded twisted-pair cable Maximum Cable Length from 230 ft (70 m) Control Unit Dimensions 19.0" (W) x 0.8" (H) x 2.6" (D) (482 x 20 x 65 mm) Weight 2.4 lb (1.1 kg) • CONTROL UNIT Power Source 24V DC/400 mA, from an optional AD-246 AC adapter S/N Ratio... - Page 12 URL: http://www.toa.jp/ 633-22-037-20...
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