Symetrix airTools 6200 User Manual

Digital voice processor

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User's Guide
6200 Digital
Voice Processor

Before You Begin

What Ships in the Box
A 6200 hardware device.
A 6200 Designer CD-ROM (Windows).
A detachable power cord.
This User's Guide.
An RJ-45 Incompatibility Warning
sheet.
What You Need to Provide
(for optional PC GUI control only)
A Windows PC with 300MHz or higher
Pentium and:
• WIN 98SE, ME, 2000 or XP.
• 10-15 MB free storage space.
• 1024x768 graphics capability.
• 16-bit or higher colors.
• CD-ROM drive or Internet connection.
• 64MB RAM (WIN 98SE/ME), 128MB
RAM (WIN 2000/XP).
One of the following communications
interfaces:
• An available serial port with a straight-
through RS-232 cable to connect the
serial port of your PC to the 6200's
rear RS-232 port. The 6200's RS-232
input is a female DB9 connector.
• An available USB 1.1 port with appro-
priate cable to mate to your comput-
er's or hub's USB port. The 6200 uses
a female "B" type USB connector on
its front panel.
• A 10/100 Base T Ethernet port with
any necessary CAT-5 cabling and
networking hardware.

Getting Help

6200 Designer, the Windows GUI appli-
cation interface for the 6200 hardware,
includes a help module which acts as a
complete user's guide for the software.
If you have questions beyond the scope
of this User's Guide or the help module,
contact our Customer Support Group in
the following ways:
Tel
(425) 778-7728
8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Monday through Friday,
Pacific Time
Email
tech@airtoolsaudio.com
Web
www.airtoolsaudio.com
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
This Class A Digital apparatus meets all
requirements of the Canadian Interference-
Causing Equipment Regulations
Cet appariel numerique de la classe A respecte
toutes les Exigences du Reglement sur le
materiel brouilleur du Canada.
To download the latest version of 6200 Designer, a Windows GUI
Important Safety
Instructions.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation open-
ings. Install only in accordance with
the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. 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 electri-
cian for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and
the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories
specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart,
stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specified by
the manufacturer, or
sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus com-
bination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during light-
ning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
14. 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 cord 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.
Engineered by
application interface for the 6200, go to: www.airtoolsaudio.com
WARNING:
AVIS:
SEE OWNERS MANUAL. VOIR CAHIER D'INSTRUCTIONS.
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
Il ne se trouve a l'interieur aucune piece pourvant entre reparée l'usager.
The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user of the pres-
ence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage"
within the product's enclosure that may
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to persons. The
exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user of
the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the product
(i.e. this User's Guide).
CAUTION
do not use the polarized plug supplied
with the unit with any extension cord,
receptacle, or other outlet unless the
prongs can be fully inserted.
Power Source.
hardware uses a switching power supply
that automatically adjusts to the applied
voltage. Ensure that your AC mains
voltage is somewhere between 100-240
VAC, 50-60 Hz. Use only the power cord
and connector specified for the product
and your operating locale. A protec-
tive ground connection, by way of the
grounding conductor in the power cord,
is essential for safe operation. The power
connector shall remain readily accessible
and operable once the unit is installed.
User Serviceable Parts.
are no user serviceable parts inside the
AirTools 6200. In case of failure, custom-
ers inside the U.S. should refer all servic-
ing to the Symetrix factory. Customers
outside the U.S. should refer all servicing
to an authorized AirTools distributor. Dis-
tributor contact information is available
online at www.airtoolsaudio.com.
Symetrix
1/26
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
NE PAS OUVRIR
S'adresser a un reparateur compétent.
To prevent electric shock,
AirTools 6200
There
TM

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March 22, 2025

How do I reset AirTools 6200 to factory settings?

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Mr. Anderson
March 22, 2025

To reset the Symetrix AirTools 6200 to factory settings:

1. Press and hold the BYPASS button while applying power to the 6200.
2. Follow the front panel prompts.
3. Re-enter any necessary settings (clock, communications, other system settings).
4. Re-download any required hardware settings files or site files containing setup and program information.

This process may erase the MAC address, which can be found on a sticker on the underside of the unit.

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  • Page 1: Before You Begin

    Email tech@airtoolsaudio.com AirTools 6200. In case of failure, custom- www.airtoolsaudio.com ers inside the U.S. should refer all servic- 13. Unplug this apparatus during light- ing to the Symetrix factory. Customers...
  • Page 2: Mechanical Data

    The 6200 is also compatible with the AirTools Studio Matrix system which can mix, process, and route audio throughout an entire broadcast facility. The 6200 can be connected to and from the Studio Matrix system via HomerLink, a low cost Symetrix technology that transports AES digital audio over CAT-5 cable for distances up to 100 meters.
  • Page 3: Front Panel, Rear Panel

    User’s Guide Symetrix 6200 Digital Engineered by To download the latest version of 6200 Designer, a Windows GUI Voice Processor application interface for the 6200, go to: www.airtoolsaudio.com Front Panel, Rear Panel 3/26 Front Panel Item Description What It Does...
  • Page 4: Basic Setup

    User’s Guide Symetrix 6200 Digital Engineered by To download the latest version of 6200 Designer, a Windows GUI Voice Processor application interface for the 6200, go to: www.airtoolsaudio.com Basic Setup 4/26 Basic Setup POWER: Connect the IEC connector side of the supplied AC cord to the receptacle on the rear of the ����...
  • Page 5 User’s Guide Symetrix 6200 Digital Engineered by To download the latest version of 6200 Designer, a Windows GUI Voice Processor application interface for the 6200, go to: www.airtoolsaudio.com Basic Setup... 5/26 continued The dominant remote powering system in use today is the phantom power system, which is compatible with both condenser and non-condenser microphones (dynamics, ribbons, etc.).
  • Page 6 User’s Guide Symetrix 6200 Digital Engineered by To download the latest version of 6200 Designer, a Windows GUI Voice Processor application interface for the 6200, go to: www.airtoolsaudio.com Basic Setup... DSP Modules 6/26 continued, SETTING MIC PREAMP GAIN: To set the coarse preamp gain: 1.
  • Page 7: High Pass Filter

    User’s Guide Symetrix 6200 Digital Engineered by To download the latest version of 6200 Designer, a Windows GUI Voice Processor application interface for the 6200, go to: www.airtoolsaudio.com DSP Modules... 7/26 continued HIGH PASS FILTER: High pass filters allow selectively modifying a signal by attenuating all signals below a specified cut-off frequency. They can be useful to remove noise or other unwanted frequencies.
  • Page 8 User’s Guide Symetrix 6200 Digital Engineered by To download the latest version of 6200 Designer, a Windows GUI Voice Processor application interface for the 6200, go to: www.airtoolsaudio.com DSP Modules... 8/26 continued EXPANDER: An expander reduces the gain of lower level signals thereby increasing the total dynamic range. Above a user defined threshold setting, signal levels remain unchanged.
  • Page 9: Low Pass Filter

    User’s Guide Symetrix 6200 Digital Engineered by To download the latest version of 6200 Designer, a Windows GUI Voice Processor application interface for the 6200, go to: www.airtoolsaudio.com DSP Modules... 9/26 continued AGC: AGC or Automatic Gain Control is a special case of a compressor with its threshold set at a very low level, moderate to slow attack times, long release times, and low ratios.
  • Page 10 User’s Guide Symetrix 6200 Digital Engineered by To download the latest version of 6200 Designer, a Windows GUI Voice Processor application interface for the 6200, go to: www.airtoolsaudio.com Programs 10/26 Programs The 6200 features 256 memory locations in which mono or stereo programs may be stored. If a program is mono, it can be loaded onto or saved from either Channel 1 or Channel 2 independently.
  • Page 11: Program Control

    6200. No external power supply is required when using the RC-1 with the 6200 and the provided cable. The optional 9 VDC connection allows you to use the RC-1 with other MIDI controlled devices which to not supply power. NOTE: Symetrix does not make, sell or recommend a power supply. ����...
  • Page 12: Operation

    If you choose to build an extension cable for the RC-1, please use one male and one female 7-pin DIN connector. Pin #1 connects to pin #1 on the opposite end. Pin #2 connects to pin #2, etc. Symetrix does not offer extension cables, or cables of different lengths.
  • Page 13 3. The display should read “Section to Edit, - Channel 1 Menu -”. 4. Turn the ADJUST knob clockwise until the menu reads “Section to Edit, - Setup Menu -”. Symetrix RC-3 5. Press the NEXT button once. 6. Turn the ADJUST knob clockwise until the menu reads “- Setup Menu -,...
  • Page 14 Additionally, a HomerLink jack is provided as a rear panel real estate sensitive means of providing AES/EBU input as well as outputs on a single CAT-5 connection. HomerLink is a Symetrix developed format for transferring 4 channels of AES/EBU bidirectionally over a single CAT-5 cable. HomerLink allows the 6200 to integrate with the AirTools Studio Matrix system.
  • Page 15 HomerLink HomerLink is a data bus format designed by Symetrix which allows 4 mono bidirectional AES-3 digital audio channels to be transmitted between devices up to 100 meters apart over standard CAT-5 cable. HomerLink outputs (Pins 1, 2, 4 and 5) are exact copies of the AES OUT XLR jacks on the rear of the 6200.
  • Page 16 User’s Guide Symetrix 6200 Digital Engineered by To download the latest version of 6200 Designer, a Windows GUI Voice Processor application interface for the 6200, go to: www.airtoolsaudio.com TC89/TC90 Time Code In, TIME/UDP (Time Protocol) 16/26 TC89/TC90 Time Code In (ESE) TC89 or TC90 time code can be fed to the 6200 in order to drive the real-time clock and Event Manager.
  • Page 17 User’s Guide Symetrix 6200 Digital Engineered by To download the latest version of 6200 Designer, a Windows GUI Voice Processor application interface for the 6200, go to: www.airtoolsaudio.com 6200 Designer Installation, USB Connection and Driver Installation 17/26 6200 Designer Installation The 6200 Designer software provides real-time control and a simple drag ‘n drop, point ‘n click configuration interface to the...
  • Page 18 7. In the next dialog, choose the option “Search for the best driver in these locations” and check the sub-option “Include this location in the search:”. Then click the Browse button and navigate to the 6200 Designer USB Driver directory (typically “C:\Program Files\ Symetrix\6200 Designer\USB Driver\”). Select that directory and click the OK button.
  • Page 19 User’s Guide Symetrix 6200 Digital Engineered by To download the latest version of 6200 Designer, a Windows GUI Voice Processor application interface for the 6200, go to: www.airtoolsaudio.com USB Driver Installation... Alternate Comm. Connections 19/26 continued, Now, click the Next button.
  • Page 20 Various companies make RS-232 to RS-485 converters which would allow you to connect your PC’s RS-232 port to the RS-485 port of the 6200. NOTE: Symetrix does not make, sell or recommend an RS-232/485 converter product.
  • Page 21 User’s Guide Symetrix 6200 Digital Engineered by To download the latest version of 6200 Designer, a Windows GUI Voice Processor application interface for the 6200, go to: www.airtoolsaudio.com Alternate Communications Connections... 21/26 continued Ethernet The 6200 has the ability to be controlled by a host computer via Ethernet. This requires the host computer to be connected to the 6200 either by an Ethernet switch or a crossover cable.
  • Page 22 User’s Guide Symetrix 6200 Digital Engineered by To download the latest version of 6200 Designer, a Windows GUI Voice Processor application interface for the 6200, go to: www.airtoolsaudio.com Alternate Communications Connections... 22/26 continued 5. On the “General” tab, you may select “Use the following IP address” to enter in the appropriate information. (DNS server is not required for connection to a 6200).
  • Page 23 User’s Guide Symetrix 6200 Digital Engineered by To download the latest version of 6200 Designer, a Windows GUI Voice Processor application interface for the 6200, go to: www.airtoolsaudio.com Alternate Communications Connections... 23/26 continued 5. On the “General” tab, you may select “Use the following IP address” to enter in the appropriate information. (DNS server is not required for connection to a 6200).
  • Page 24 User’s Guide Symetrix 6200 Digital Engineered by To download the latest version of 6200 Designer, a Windows GUI Voice Processor application interface for the 6200, go to: www.airtoolsaudio.com Alternate Communications Connections... 24/26 continued Setting the 6200’s IP Address: 1. Press the HOME button to ensure that we are starting from the top.
  • Page 25 User’s Guide Symetrix 6200 Digital Engineered by To download the latest version of 6200 Designer, a Windows GUI Voice Processor application interface for the 6200, go to: www.airtoolsaudio.com Using 6200 Designer, When all else fails... 25/26 Using 6200 Designer Once the installation process is complete, you should have an icon on your desktop, and a program item in the Start menu.
  • Page 26: Warranty And Service

    The AirTools Limited Warranty exceed the price allocatable to the product or any part thereof which gives rise to the claim. In no event will Symetrix be liable Symetrix, Inc. expressly warrants that the product will be free for any incidental or consequential damages including but not...
  • Page 27 User’s Guide Symetrix 6200 Digital Engineered by To download the latest version of 6200 Designer, a Windows GUI Voice Processor application interface for the 6200, go to: www.airtoolsaudio.com Appendix A - Mic Level Output Mic Level Output If you find it necessary to connect the 6200’s line level output(s) to a microphone level input, you will need to sufficiently attenuate the 6200’s outputs using internal jumpers.
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  • Page 30 User’s Guide Symetrix 6200 Digital Engineered by To download the latest version of 6200 Designer, a Windows GUI Voice Processor application interface for the 6200, go to: www.airtoolsaudio.com Appendix C - Audio Wiring Reference ������ ������ ������ ���� ����� ����������...
  • Page 31 User’s Guide Symetrix 6200 Digital Engineered by To download the latest version of 6200 Designer, a Windows GUI Voice Processor application interface for the 6200, go to: www.airtoolsaudio.com Appendix C - Audio Wiring Reference... continued ���� �������� ��� �� �������� ��...
  • Page 33 © 2004-2005, Symetrix, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in the United States of America. Symetrix Part Number 536200-1A01. The information in this User’s Guide is subject to change without notice. Symetrix, Inc. shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein; nor is it liable for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.

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