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RRM02
Remote Radio Microphone Receiver
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ASL Document Ref.: U-0464-0589.doc
Issue: 03 complete, approved - Date: 16/08/10
Part Number: M0464_155

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  • Page 1 RRM02 Remote Radio Microphone Receiver Product Manual ASL Document Ref.: U-0464-0589.doc Issue: 03 complete, approved - Date: 16/08/10 Part Number: M0464_155...
  • Page 2 RRM02 - Product Manual This equipment is designed and manufactured to conform to the following EC standards: EMC: EN 55103-1:1997, EN 55103-2:1997, EN 50121-4:2006, ENV 50204:1996 Safety: EN 60065:2002 Failure to use the equipment in the manner described in the product literature will invalidate the warranty.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Radio Microphone Receiver Pilot Tone Detection Configuration ..........34 Radio Microphone Receiver Squelch Level Configuration............35 Commissioning the RRM02 ........................36 For a Single RRM02 Unit with Serial Data and Audio Connection to an ASL Router Audio Input..........................36 6.1.1 Obtaining the Router Input Number..................
  • Page 4 RRM02 - Product Manual 6.2.2 Multiple RRM02 Units on One Zone (With Chime)............47 6.2.2.1 Microphone Input Configuration for Input Connected to RRM02......47 6.2.2.2 Router Contact Configuration..................47 6.2.2.2.1 Obtaining the Router Intermediate Output Number .......... 48 6.2.2.2.2 Obtaining the Router Contact Number .............. 48 6.2.2.2.3 Configuring Router Contact for Routing ............

  • Page 5: Description

    The RRM02 is designed to mount two ASL ANT03 Whip Antenna on the upper face, or remotely connected to the RRM02. The ASL ANT04 Low Profile Antenna can also be used as a remote antenna, if required, as can other suitable antennae.

  • Page 6: Indicators

    LED illuminates to indicate that the PTT button is being held down, however it does not necessarily indicate that a route has been made. The BUSY LED only operates when the RRM02 is connected to an ASL PA/VA system using the serial microphone data interface. Therefore the BUSY LED will not operate when multiple RRM02 units are used on a single loudspeaker zone or when used with other manufacturer’s PA...

  • Page 7: Installation

    Microphone PCB underneath and protected by a metal bracket Cast aluminium box DIN rail terminals for field cabling Relay for interfacing to other manufacturer’s PA systems, and for connection of multiple RRM02 units Issue: 02 complete, approved Page 7 of 68...

  • Page 8: Installation Requirement

    RRM02 base. Therefore their shafts must not be of a diameter greater than 6.0 mm. The length of the shaft that will be within the RRM02 is 20 mm, so this will need to be allowed for.

  • Page 9: Cabling Requirements

    RRM02 - Product Manual 3.2.2 Cabling Requirements 3.2.2.1 Cabling for Serial Data and Audio Connection to an ASL VAR Router, DAU, or ACU Microphone Input Signals Cable Description Suggested Type Audio 1 x 2 core, twisted, screened Overall foil screened.

  • Page 10: Antenna Cabling

    Antenna cabling is required when remote antennae are connected to the RRM02. The antenna cabling must not be kinked or folded at any part of the run, including inside the RRM02 back box, or it will impair or prevent reception of the microphone signal. The following coaxial antenna cables are recommended.
  • Page 11 RRM02 - Product Manual RG213 or H1000 type (recommended for longer runs of up to 30 m) Antenna cables connected to the TNC connectors on the upper face of the unit; see Figure Figure 4 RG213 or H1000 Cable: Connection to Connectors on Upper Face of Unit...

  • Page 12: Installation Procedure

    Mark the surface on which the RRM02 unit will be fitted with the fixing hole positions. The RRM02 unit is approximately 90 mm x 160 mm x 360 mm in size, excluding the glands and conduit entries, and has the four fixing holes on 110 mm x 340 mm centres (see...
  • Page 13 RRM02 - Product Manual Figure 7 Radio Microphone Receiver Controls FREQUENCY SELECTION Switch Transmitter ROTARY SWITCH Position Channel (Refer to Section CH 01 “5.1Radio Microphone Receiver Frequency CH 02 Selection” (page 34) for further details.) CH 10 A to F...
  • Page 14 Cabling” (page 10) for cabling and connector details. The antennae are not supplied with the RRM02 and need to be ordered separately. The antenna type to be used for direct connection to the RRM02 is the ASL type ANT03B. Figure 8...
  • Page 15 RRM02 - Product Manual If antenna cables are used, and these are passed into the RRM02 through the holes provided on the lower face of the unit, then proceed as follows. See Section “3.2.2.3 Antenna Cabling” (page 10) for cabling and connector details. See Figure 28 (page 58) for approximate cable length inside the unit.
  • Page 16 RRM02 - Product Manual Feed the antenna cables through the cable glands or conduits, cut to length, and terminate to the Radio Microphone Receiver using low-profile Telegartner right-angle BNC plugs. Route the antenna cables as shown in Figure 10, and then connect the cables to the Radio Microphone Receiver RF inputs.
  • Page 17 RRM02 - Product Manual Install the field cabling gland or conduit in the hole provided on the lower face of the unit, and then feed the field cabling through into the RRM02 (see Figure 11). Figure 11 Field Cabling Entry Point...
  • Page 18 RRM02 - Product Manual Connect the field cabling to the DIN rail terminals, and to the relay output (if required); see Figure A cable retaining clip is provided in order to secure the field cabling to the back box if required.
  • Page 19 FIELD CABLING BACK BOX Fix the RRM02 lid back in position, screwing it tight to provide an IP65 seal, but not excessively tight so that any of the fixing threads are stressed, as this may cause them to weaken and shear.

  • Page 20: Connections

    The protection diode is pre-fitted. The pair contacts for connection of PTT to other RELAY manufacturer’s PA systems or for connection of multiple RRM02 units are: 11-14, or 21-24. (SPRING-CLAMP) NO/Normally Open, closing to the matching SHIELD COM/Common terminal for radio broadcast PTT (SPRING-CLAMP) signal.

  • Page 21: Antenna Connection

    RRM02 - Product Manual Antenna Connection DIRECT ANTENNA CONNECTIONS: TNC CONNECTOR: • 2 x 50 Ω (jack) • External upper face of unit • For direct connection of antennae or antenna cabling • Internal adaptor leads are supplied fitted as standard...

  • Page 22: Connection To Asl Pa/Va Systems

    RRM02 - Product Manual Connection to ASL PA/VA Systems 4.3.1 Connection of a Single RRM02 Unit 4.3.1.1 Serial Data and Audio Connection to a VAR Router Microphone Input Figure 15 shows an example of DIN rail terminal layout and connection to the equipment rack where the VAR Router is installed.

  • Page 23: Serial Data And Audio Connection To An Intellevac Dau Or Acu's Microphone Input

    RRM02 - Product Manual 4.3.1.2 Serial Data and Audio Connection to an Intellevac DAU or ACU’s Microphone Input Figure 16 shows an example of connection to an Intellevac DAU (Distributed Amplifier Unit) or ACU (Audio Control Unit). Refer to Section “3.2.2.1 Cabling for Serial Data and Audio Connection to an ASL VAR Router, DAU, or ACU...

  • Page 24: Connection Of Multiple Rrm02 Units For Single Audio Zone Group

    Multiple RRM02 Units on One Zone (Without Chime) If the multiple RRM02 units for a single zone do not need to have a chime configured then they each have their audio outputs connected to a Router audio input, with their PTT relay outputs connected to Router contact inputs.
  • Page 25 RRM02 - Product Manual Figure 17 Two RRM02 Units on One Zone Group without Chime Output 1 ROUTER Router Inputs are configured as : 'Miscellaneous Input' No chimes. Connections: Audio lines only. No serial data connection. Contact Inputs Input 1...
  • Page 26 (a) The RRM02 can be connected to any available Router inputs. The Router inputs are to be programmed as 'Miscellaneous Input'. Miscellaneous inputs used by multiple RRM02 units are to have the same priority as each other and be set to 'No Chime'.

  • Page 27: Multiple Rrm02 Units On One Zone (With Chime)

    Multiple RRM02 Units on One Zone (With Chime) If the multiple RRM02 units for a single zone needs to have a chime configured then they each have their audio outputs connected to a Router audio input, with their PTT relay outputs connected to Router contact inputs which trigger the routes to an intermediate output.

  • Page 28: Ptt Unit

    RRM02 - Product Manual Figure 19 Two RRM02 Units on One Zone Group with Chime BMB01 Digital Digital Input 1 configured as Output 1 Routing Contact which when triggered makes a route between Audio Input 3 Digital Busy Indication for...
  • Page 29 RRM02 - Product Manual Figure 20 Connection of Two RRM02 Units on One Zone Group with Chime (Example) ROUTER (d) OUT (1)- OUT (1)+ RRM02 MIC AUDIO IN- UNIT 1 (a) MIC AUDIO IN+ 18 - 40 V NC (b)
  • Page 30 (a) The RRM02 can be connected to any available Router inputs. The Router inputs are to be programmed as 'Miscellaneous Input'. Miscellaneous inputs used by multiple RRM02 units are to have the same priority as each other and be set to 'No Chime'.

  • Page 31: Connection To Other Pa Systems

    RRM02 - Product Manual Connection to Other PA Systems Figure 21 shows an example of a connection to other manufacturer’s PA system. Refer to Section “3.2.2.2 Cabling for Relay PTT and Audio Connection to an ASL or Other PA System”...

  • Page 32: Radio Microphone Receiver Settings

    RRM02 - Product Manual Radio Microphone Receiver Settings Figure 22 Radio Microphone Receiver Controls FREQUENCY SELECTION Switch Transmitter ROTARY SWITCH Position Channel (Refer to Section CH 01 “5.1Radio Microphone CH 02 Receiver Frequency Selection” (page 34) for further details.) CH 10...

  • Page 33: Radio Microphone Receiver Frequency Selection

    DIP switch 2 as described in Table 3 (page 34) and Table 4 (page 35). The switch is located on the upper face of the Radio Microphone Receiver module inside the RRM02, as shown in Figure 22 (page 32). Table 2...

  • Page 34: Radio Microphone Receiver Pilot Tone Detection Configuration

    RRM02 - Product Manual Radio Microphone Receiver Pilot Tone Detection Configuration The Receiver is supplied with pilot tone detection enabled as standard. This means that announcements from Radio Microphone Transmitters that do not provide the required pilot tone will be blocked .

  • Page 35: Radio Microphone Receiver Squelch Level Configuration

    RRM02 - Product Manual Radio Microphone Receiver Squelch Level Configuration The squelch level switch sets the minimum RF signal strength that can be received. This is set to a level that receives the Radio Microphone transmissions, while rejecting external interference.

  • Page 36: Commissioning The Rrm02

    If any difficulties are encountered, then refer to Application Solutions (Safety and Security) Limited for advice quoting the software version of your system. The software version is displayed via the Configuration→System→Misc→Software menu. Configure the RRM02 from the Router Configuration Tool, or system front panel as described in the following sections. 6.1.1 Obtaining the Router Input Number Check the system design documentation to find the Router audio input number being used for the RRM02.

  • Page 37: Ptt Button Cough Timeout (Only On Var4/12/20)

    RRM02 - Product Manual 6.1.3.2 PTT Button Cough Timeout (only on VAR4/12/20) Menu: Configuration System Router Inputs Mic/Line <I/P #nn – input name> Single Button Microphone PTT Cough Possible values: 0 to 50. Multiply by 0.1 to have the time in seconds.

  • Page 38: Microphone Surveillance Tone Detection

    ASL microphones. Clear any existing faults by pressing the FAULT CLEAR button on the system front panel. Make sure that no fault is reported for the RRM02. Any fault reported by the RRM02 at this stage should be cleared; see Section “7 Fault...

  • Page 39: Microphone Relative Output Gain

    Ensure that the Relative Output Gain for each output is set to the default level (0 dB), and then for each output in the system configure the Relative Output Gain as follows: Disable any ANS for the output associated with the RRM02, by setting it to ‘Off’: Menu: Configuration System Router Outputs <O/P #nn – output name> ANS nn is the output number.

  • Page 40: Microphone Equalisation

    RRM02 - Product Manual Re-enable any ANS for the output associated with the RRM02, by setting it to ‘On’: Menu: Configuration System Router Outputs <O/P #nn – OUTPUT nn> ANS If required, activate the Night Time Volume Control, by setting it to ‘On’: Menu: Configuration System Router Noise On Set all Volume Controls to the required volume.
  • Page 41 RRM02 - Product Manual The diagram in Figure 23 illustrates the sequence of events during the enabling and disabling of a single audio source (e.g. background music). Figure 23 Sequence of Events for Single Audio Source MUSIC AUDIO MUSIC FADE UP=T1...

  • Page 42: Microphone Pre-Annoucement Chime

    RRM02 - Product Manual 6.1.4.6 Microphone Pre-Annoucement Chime Menu: Configuration System Router Inputs Mic/Line <I/P #nn – input name> Single Button Microphone Audio Chime Possible chime level: –40dB to 0dB (1dB steps) Possible chime types: ‘Chime-1’: one chime ‘Chime-2’: two chimes ‘Chime-3’: three chimes...

  • Page 43: Microphone Class

    ‘High Priority Emergency’, ‘Low Priority Emergency’, or ‘Non Emergency’ System default configuration: EVACUTE DVA: ‘High Priority Emergency’ ALERT DVA: ‘Low Priority Emergency’ Other inputs: ‘Non Emergency’ This setting is explained bellow, however for the RRM02 this setting should be configured to ‘Non Emergency’. • On VAR4/VAR12/VAR20: The emergency class is used to provide a visual indication when an emergency DVA message is being broadcast, and to control the VAR Router’s Remote Fault Output, when this is configured as an...

  • Page 44: Busy And Select Indication Leds Mode (Acu And Var8-Acu Only)

    This is the default setting for Single Button Microphones (such as the RRM02), Fire Microphones, and Paging Microphones. Ensure that the RRM02 is configured to the ‘Busy Standard’ mode in order that the ‘Busy’ LED is driven to indicate the zone status.

  • Page 45: For Multiple Rrm02 Units On Single Audio Zone Group With Audio And Ptt Relay Connection To An Asl Router

    6.2.1 Multiple RRM02 Units on One Zone (Without Chime) If multiple RRM02 units for a single zone do not have a chime configured as illustrated in Figure 17 (page 25) then they can each be configured in similar fashion to a single microphone configuration but with a type of ‘Miscellaneous Input’;...

  • Page 46: Obtaining The Router Contact Number

    Obtaining the Router Contact Number Check the system design documentation to find the Router contact(s) number being used by each RRM02. Note that you will also need the microphone input used by the RRM02 unit controlled by each contact. 6.2.1.2.3 Configuring Router Contact for Routing VAR4/12/20 Menu: Configuration System Router Control Contacts <Contact #nn>...

  • Page 47: Multiple Rrm02 Units On One Zone (With Chime)

    6.2.2 Multiple RRM02 Units on One Zone (With Chime) If multiple RRM02 units for a single zone do not have a chime configured as illustrated in Figure 19 (page 28) then they can each be configured in similar fashion to a single microphone configuration but with a type of ‘Miscellaneous Input’;...

  • Page 48: Obtaining The Router Intermediate Output Number

    Obtaining the Router Contact Number Check the system design documentation to find the Router contact(s) number being used by each RRM02. Note that you will also need the microphone input used by the RRM02 unit controlled by each contact. 6.2.2.2.3 Configuring Router Contact for Routing VAR4/12/20 Menu: Configuration System Router Control Contacts <Contact #nn>...

  • Page 49: Microphone Input Configuration For Intermediate Input

    The intermediate microphone input is configured in similar fashion to a single microphone configuration but with a type of ‘Miscellaneous Input’; see Section “6.1 For a Single RRM02 Unit with Serial Data and Audio Connection to an ASL Router Audio Input”...

  • Page 50: Obtaining The Router Output Number

    RRM02 - Product Manual 6.2.2.4.1 Obtaining the Router Output Number Check the system design documentation to find the Router audio output(s) number connected to the audio zone. 6.2.2.4.2 Obtaining the Intermediate Router Input Number Check the system design documentation to find the intermediate Router audio input number being used to set-up the chime.

  • Page 51: Configuring Bmb01'S Digital Output For Busy Indication

    “6.2.2.4.4 Obtaining the BMB01 Digital Output Number” (page 50). Select the Router inputs connected to the RRM02 units to cause Busy Indication when routed to the intermediate output found in Section “6.2.2.2.1 Obtaining the Router Intermediate Output Number” (page 48).

  • Page 52: Fault Finding

    RRM02 - Product Manual Fault Finding Table 8 RRM02 Faults – VAR4/12/20 Operational Fault Fault Fault(s) Reported at Suggested Action Symptom Description VAR4/12/20 Total loss of live audio Input audio IPXX AUDIO INPUT • Check audio cabling or power supply...
  • Page 53 RRM02 - Product Manual Table 9 RRM02 Faults – DAU, ACU, VAR8, and VAR8-ACU Fault(s) Reported at Operational Fault Fault DAU/ACU/ Suggested Action Symptom Description VAR8/VAR8-ACU Total loss of live audio Input audio IPXX AUDIO INPUT • Check audio cabling or power supply...

  • Page 54: Maintenance

    The RRM02 should always be powered off before being disconnected. Failure to do so may damage the VAR Router, DAU, or ACU connected to the RRM02. Powering the RRM02 is done by toggling the disconnect lever of the power supply DIN rail terminal (4) in or out, as shown in...

  • Page 55: Radio Microphone Receiver Adjustments And Monitoring

    Adjusting and Monitoring the Radio Microphone Receiver: Remove the lid of the unit by unscrewing the four corner fixings. Power the unit off as described in Section “8.1 Powering the RRM02 On and Off” (page 54). The controls required in the following configurations are shown in...

  • Page 56: Product Specification

    Dimensions (H x W x D) ......160 mm x 360 mm x 90 mm (excluding antennae and connectors) Weight..............................3.6 kg Gland/Conduit Hole ..........................25 mm PTT relay contacts can also be used for connection of multiple RRM02 units for single audio zone group. Issue: 02 complete, approved Page 56 of 68...

  • Page 57: Mechanical Dimensions

    Figure 27 Mechanical Dimensions (UPPER FACE) A = φ 22 mm (external) 38 mm 284 mm RRM02 Remote Radio Microphone Receiver MANUFACTURED IN THE UK BY APPLICATION SOLUTIONS (SAFETY AND SECURITY) LTD 360 mm 90 mm (LOWER FACE) B = φ 25 mm...
  • Page 58 RRM02 - Product Manual Figure 28 Dimensions for Cabling Inside the Unit 322 mm 38 mm RADIO MICROPHONE RECEIVER approx. 48 mm 45 mm 45 mm 102 mm approx. 87 mm 360 mm (Internal wiring omitted for clarity.) Issue: 02 complete, approved...

  • Page 59: Safety And Precautions

    RRM02 - Product Manual Safety and 11.5 Unpacking and Handling Precautions equipment should unpacked inspected immediately on receipt. If damage has occurred please advise your carrier or supplier. 11.1 Environmental It is advisable to retain the original equipment packing in the event that the equipment ever The temperature and humidity ranges shown in needs returning for service.

  • Page 60: Appendix A - Antenna Coverage

    RRM02 - Product Manual Appendix A – Antenna Coverage The RRM02 features a diversity receiver, which takes the strongest of the received signals from the two antennae. The diagram below shows the coverage distance with local antennae and remote antennae.

  • Page 61: Appendix B - Antenna Types

    Appendix B – Antenna Types ASL Antenna Type Description • ANT03B Whip radio microphone antenna (without bracket) • For direct connection to the upper face of the RRM02 • Frequency: 840 – 875 MHz • Connector: TNC, plug • Antenna size: 242 mm length •...

  • Page 62: Accessories

    RRM02 - Product Manual Accessories ASL Part Number Additional Information 207036 TNC Connector Blanking Cap Function: Antenna connector protection cap. Location: Unused RF inputs Manufacturer/Supplier: Gigatronix Manufacturer/Supplier Part No.: TN15X1A06 Manufacturer/Supplier Description: TNC terminator Issue: 02 complete, approved Page 62 of 68...

  • Page 63: Spare Parts

    RRM02 - Product Manual Spare Parts ASL Part Number Additional Information 204091 Function: Retain the blanking plug. Location: Antenna cable entry hole at the lower face of the unit. Manufacturer/Supplier: Farnell Manufacturer/Supplier Part No.: 1178937 Manufacturer/Supplier Description: Locknut (M25) 206399...

  • Page 64: Reference Documents

    RRM02 - Product Manual Reference Documents Additional reference information may be found in the following documentation, available from the “Data Downloads” page of Application Solutions (Safety and Security) Limited website: www.asl-control.co.uk Table 10 Reference Documents Ref. No Title Filename Ref...

  • Page 65: Index

    RRM02 - Product Manual Index ..............6 power ......6, 24, 27 radio microphone active ..........6, 24, 27 antenna zone busy .........11, 15, 63 adaptor leads connection............21 coverage ............60 microphone local..............60 audio parameters ....... 38, 40, 42 low profile ............5, 61 chime..............
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  • Page 67: Service And Warranty

    RRM02 - Product Manual Service and Warranty Name and Address of Authorised Distributor: This product carries a full warranty. For full details of warranty and service agreements, please contact the Authorised Distributor who supplied the product to you. Exclusions The warranty does NOT cover: Customer misuse, including incorrect installation.

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