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Craig Johnson
January 25, 2025
Hi I’m Craig how do I wire my rs6, I tried printing off instructions but do not understand them, do I need a preamp for this
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Mr. Anderson
May 14, 2025
To wire the Radio Systems Millenium-A Analog Console with an RS6, follow these key steps:
1. Determine the Type of Connection: - If the RS6 uses a balanced output, connect it to the console's balanced input using two-conductor shielded wire (+ to +, – to –, and shield grounded at the source). - If the RS6 uses a single-ended (unbalanced) output, use coaxial wire: - Connect the center conductor to the console’s + input. - Connect the shield to ground. - Add a jumper from ground to the – input.
2. Grounding: - Ensure a proper ground connection exists between the RS6 and the console. - Ground can be through equipment chassis or 3-prong AC cords.
3. Cable Routing: - Keep unbalanced connections short and away from AC power lines to avoid interference.
Regarding the preamp: - If the RS6 output level is line-level, no preamp is needed. - If it outputs mic-level, a preamp is required before connecting to the console's line input.
So, whether a preamp is needed depends on the RS6's output level.
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Summary of Contents for Radio Systems Millenium-A Analog Console
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Illustration D-2 Corrected to reference part #18516 Illustration D-7 Corrected to reference part #10887 Copyright 2010 by Radio Systems Design, Inc. All rights reserved. Radio Systems Design, Inc. reserves specification privileges. Information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 6 Installation/Wiring/Operation Console Placement Because neither ventilation, or rear access is required, the console may be mounted on any sturdy surface. Opening the lid provides access to all electronics, internal controls and wiring points. After placing the console, open the lid and mark the cable access slots on the chassis bottom on the table surface.
Audio input and output connections to the console are made via 5-pin connectors. These connectors may be unplugged from the circuit board to facilitate wiring or servicing. StudioHub+ wiring harnesses are available from Radio Systems which bring all input and output connections to conve- nient connection blocks outside the console. Consult the factory for literature.
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 8 1.5.1 Input Assignment Traditionally, commonly used inputs are assigned to input “A”. This gives the operator quick assurance of proper input selection. 1.5.2 Mic Use Mic channels should always be activated with the slider down, and then potted up to avoid a sudden “room rush” of background sound.
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 9 1.5.8 VU Meter Selection (6 Channel Consoles Only) The six channel console provides only three meters. One meter is dedicated to the TEL output, while the remaining two are selected by a front panel switch to display either PGM or AUD outputs. The peak LEDs in the meters also follow the VU meter select switch.
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 12 Six Channel Control Board Overview One Six Channel Control Board is provided for every six input channels. This card sends DC control voltages to the Six Channel Audio Board that: Select A/B Inputs Set output bus and cue routing...
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 13 2.2.2 Remote Control Options – by Channel Fader Start – The channel may be programmed to automatically turn on whenever the fader is brought out of the detent (cue) position. All programmed channel on functions (e.g. remote starts or timer reset) will activate at this time.
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 14 2.2.5 Timer Reset The insertion of timer reset jumpers programs operation of the timer reset bus in conjunction with a selected input. The bus will go low momentarily (100 ms) when the mixing channel is first placed into the “On” mode. Depressing the “On”...
Refer to Illustration B-2 and B-3 for a pin-by-pin reference descriptions and wiring diagram. 2.2.10 Optional Remote Board Radio Systems’ optional Remote Board (RS Part # REMOTE) connects to the remote control connector and provides the user with programmable relay interface for channel remote control outputs and opto-isolated input to channel on/off and off lamp functions.
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 16 Illustration B-1 Six Channel Control Board Jumper Settings for Millenium Analog Consoles Part # 18516 Board Channel Logic Jumpers Location* Install for fader start (special order fader required) Install for remote B start and stop commands to...
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 17 Illustration B-2 Remote Control Wiring - with remote cue available for IFB (for console models shipped after 10/15/10 with control prom PN: 18406) Note: Jumper E on Input Control Board must be removed to initiate this mode of remote control (this is factory default setting)
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 18 Illustration B-3 - “Classic” Version Remote Control Wiring (for console models shipped after 10/15/10 with control prom PN: 18406) Note: Jumper JU213 on Input Control Board must be installed to initiate this mode of remote control.
Ground Notes Install the optional Radio Systems logic card (part number 11027) to add push-on/push-o , exclusive, and lamp follow functions to the selector buttons. LEDs are factory set for 15 Volt operation. To change to 5 Volt operation, exchange the resistor dip package located just under the two selector "D"...
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 20 Six Channel Audio Board Input Connectors Illustration C-1 shows the location of all board input and patch point connectors as well as the pin-outs of the connectors for 5-pin version consoles. Illustration C-2 shows the location of all board input and patch point connectors as well as the pin-outs of the connectors for RJ-45 version consoles.
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 21 nel input. The only exception is that a special IAD (factory provided as part # “AT-M”) is utilized to increase the input sensitivity any time a mic is used. Five standard IAD’s are provided by the factory. These include the one for use with mics, and four standard values of input attenuation.
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 22 Illustration C-1 Six Channel Audio Board - 5 Pin Jumper Programming SIX CHANNEL INPUT BOARD with 5 Pin CONNECTORS Input or Chassis IN CH IN CH IN CH IN CH IN CH IN CH...
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 23 Illustration C-2 Six Channel Audio Board - RJ-45 SIX CHANNEL INPUT BOARD with RJ-45 CONNECTORS Jumper Programming Input or Chassis IN CH IN CH IN CH IN CH IN CH IN CH IN CH...
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 25 Output Board Overview This circuit board provides the following console functions: Line output amplification Cue amplification Headphone amplification External Inputs Monitor sends Meter and peak LED functions Level sets for all functions Muting and timer reset functions...
EMF suppression diodes across the relay coils. Do not exceed 150ma draw from the +15v supply. An interface relay is optionally available from Radio Systems. Illustration O-3 shows the wiring of this relay for external tally lights.
The talk back system can also be used to communicate with up to four 2-way speakers in studios or control rooms that do not have Millenium Consoles. For this application, Radio Systems provides an Intercom card. Consult Illustration E-6 in the Interface Options and Accessories section of this manual for detailed information.
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 28 4. Move the voltmeter, and adjust the right program output, followed by the left audition output, right audition output and mono output. 4.5.2 VU Meter “0” Calibration The console was calibrated at the factory for an output level of +4dBv, into 600 ohms, when the VU meters indicate “0”.
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 31 Illustration O-3 Auxiliary Control Relay Wiring Connect the auxiliary relay (optional) (RS part #7699) to the console muting connector as shown below for mute-1 or mute-2 control of air lights and other outboard equipment.
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 33 Interface Options and Accessories Overview Several optional interface cards are available for the Millenium-A consoles. These options include: Enhanced Remote Interface Card - This card connects any input channel’s 15-pin remote connector to provide relay and opto-isolated channel on/off and start/stop control.
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 34 Illustration E-1 Enhanced Remote Interface Card Description This option card connects to any input channels’ 15-pin remote connector to provide relay and opto isolated channel on/off and start/stop control. Jumpers are also provided to program various enhanced logic states.
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 37 Illustration E-4 DA-Mixer Card Description This optional, compact circuit card installs internally in Millenium consoles and may be connected to any console audio output(s) to distribute signal to multiple sources. The card features bridging inputs, low impedance outputs, and indepen- dent level adjusts for each output.
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 38 Illustration E-5 DA-Mixer Programming Examples Various Output Configurations and Applications for the Radio Systems DAMIXER Console Option Card Output Programming Jumpers JU1-JU8 (black over pin 1 indicates user installed jumper) Out A Out B...
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 39 Illustration E-6 Intercom Card Wiring To interconnect the Intercom Card to Radio Systems' Millenium Analog Consoles Output Board Talk-Back Connectors These pre-made factory cables included with Table-top/Console Programming the squawk box card 3 +15V...
The Intercom is an optional accessory for the Millenium broadcast consoles. The card provides 2-way amplification for connection of the console to any combination of four speakers or Radio Systems’ consoles. One or two cards may be installed in a console to service four or eight stations.
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 42 5.2.3 Calibration Adjust the output level control on the intercom card for more level at the remote speakers or console. Adjust the external cue level control on the analog output board to set the intercom input level and to balance it with the...
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 43 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Overview There is no required maintenance for Millenium consoles. Front panel level controls and switches will not become noisy since they control only DC for the VCAs and CMOS analog switches. A very dirty fader control will skip levels erratically.
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 44 connection at header J9, a defective U9 and/or U10, or a defective R91, R93, R99, R100, R101, R102, R103, or D3, will cause this problem. If this problem is occurring in only one channel, suspect U10 (left channel) or U9 (right channel).
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Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 45 2c. Connect a distortion analyzer to the defective output and adjust the associated VCA distortion null for a mini- mum distortion reading on the analyzer. 3a. For a defective cue VCA, set the fader to “cue.”...
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 46 Theory of Operation Power Supply Circuit Description The external power supply provided with Millenium Consoles contain internal modules which provide +15v and -15v at 6 Amps. Each supply is internally fused. Output voltages from the modules are connected to the Power Supply Interface Board at J1 and J4.
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 47 High when the Audition Bus is selected High when the Telephone Bus is selected High when the Cue Bus is selected High when the channel is on High when the channel is off High (momentary or maintained) to provide a remote control pulse or holding signal when the chan- nel is turned on.
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 48 The VCA is a current in, current out device, which may provide amplification as well as attenuation of the signal from U3C. The VCA is capable of over 100 dB of level control, depending upon the control voltage applied to pin 3 of the VCA.
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 49 U3 sets the state of its output ports depending on the signals (switches) present at its input ports (RC and RD). U2 and U4 converts the output of U2 to the BCD format required by the analog switches on the Output Board. Transistors Q1, 2, 3, 4, 6 and 7 provide an interface between the logic level signals and those required by the Output Board.
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 50 connected to the input of U20. Each external input has an associated trimmer for level adjustment. The voltage at U20 pins 6, 9, 10, 11 are generated on the Monitor Control Board. The truth table for input selection is as follows:...
Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 51 2. Change the grounding system. The console routes all signal and control grounds to a single ground point at the powersupply. This is usu- ally the preferred method to minimize noise and RFI. However, on the input(s) or output(s) you have determined to be causing RF interference, you should re- route the ground.
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TITLE: SIX CHANNEL CONTROL BOARD Logan Township, NJ TYPE: PARTS LAYOUT-TOP SIDE MILLENIUM DATE: PART NO: REV: RS-A CONSOLE 7-29-2008 18516...
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TITLE: INPUT CONTROL BOARD Logan Township, NJ TYPE: PARTS LAYOUT - BOTTOM SIDE MILLENIUM DATE: PART NO: REV: RS-A CONSOLE 9-2011 18516...
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SIX CHANNEL CONTROL BOARD PARTS LIST Manufacturer Part # Part # Reference Description Value Manufacturer Descrip. 18517 CD74HC08PW U1,3,9,10,14,15, 74HC08 TI QUAD 2-INPUT POS-AND GATE 1 2 19,20,24,25,29,30 18518 SN74HC157PW U4,8,13,18,23,28 74HC157 TI QUAD 2-TO-1-LINE DATA SELECTOR/MULTIPLEXER 16005 ECJ-2YB1H104 K C1-3 C5-7,C11-14,17, .1UF PANASONIC SURFACE MOUNT CAPACITOR 36 18,C20-23,C26-27,29, 0.048 X 0.079 INCHES C30-32,35,36,38,39, 40,41,44,45,47,48,49,...
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SIX CHANNEL CONTROL BOARD PARTS LIST Manufacturer Part # Part # Reference Description Value Manufacturer Descrip. 16575 RC0805FR-071OKL R1,R3-9,14,15,17,23,27-32,34-39, 10K YAGEO SURFACE MOUNT 41,42,44,51,54,74,79-104,108,557, RESISTOR 0.048 56,64,69,72,73,78,128,133-158,162, 110,111,118,123,126,127,132,172, 177,180,182,187-212,164-165,181, ...
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10886A TITLE: MONITOR BOARD Logan Township, NJ TYPE: PARTS LAYOUT MILLENIUM DATE: PART NO: REV: RS-A CONSOLE 7-29-2008 10887...
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C1 + C2 + 10886A TITLE: MONITOR BOARD Logan Township, NJ TYPE: PARTS LAYOUT MILLENIUM DATE: PART NO: REV: RS-A CONSOLE 7-29-2008 10887...
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MONITOR BOARD PARTS LIST LINE PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. REFERENCE DESIGNATION 10886 PCB MONITOR BD 7602 SHOULDER WASHER FOR TO‐220 5744 CAP 100UF 25V RAD 20% Ref: C1;C2;C8;C9;C10 5743 CAP .1UF FILM Ref: C3;C6;C7 9124 CAP 100 PF SILVER MICA Ref: C4 8191 CAP 10UF 35V ELEC Ref: C5 13051 3MM RED LED HI BRIGHTNESS Ref: D1;D2;D3;D4;D5;D6;D7;D8;D9;D10;D11;D12;D13;D14; D15;D16;D17;D18;D19;D20;D21;D22;D23;D24;D25 7012 DIODE 1N4005 Ref: D26 7786 DIODE 1N4735A Ref: D27 1012 DIODE 1N4148 Ref: D28;D29;D30;D31;D32;D33;D34 10928 15 PIN D‐SUB PC MT STRAIGHT Ref: J1;J2 ...
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CT-2002 CLOCK/TIMER PARTS LIST LINE PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. REFERENCE DESIGNATION 14400 CT-2002 CONSOLE C/T DETAIL 5729 RES 2.21K 1/4W 1% Ref: R1;R2;R5;R6;R12;R11;R18;R17;R27;R26;R33;R32;R37;R36;R41;R40 2816 RES 10.0K 1/4W 1% Ref: R22;R28;R24;R34;R14;R16;R19 1143 RES 100 OHM 1/4W 1% Ref: R4;R7;R13;R35;R21;R38;R30; 1030 RES 470 OHM 1/4W 5% Ref: R20;R23;R25;R29;R31 9806 RES 120 OHM 1/4W 5%...
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LINE PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. REFERENCE DESIGNATION 3679 VR 7805 Ref: U2 14505 IC LTC1690 Ref: U4 14359 PHOTODETECTOR Ref: U1 1011 SOCKET 8 PIN DIP Ref: REF;U4 8228 SOCKET 40 PIN IC Ref: REF; U3 11338 RJ45 VERTICAL SHIELDED Ref: J5;J6 14504 CONNECTOR 9 PIN D FEMALE...
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LINE PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. REFERENCE DESIGNATION 9320 SCREW PHIL PH 4-40 X 5/16 Ref: REF; U2 1014 CAP 10UF 25V NP Ref: C14;C15 7792 RES 1.62K 1/4W 1% D‐15...
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SIX CHANNEL AUDIO BOARD - RJ-45 VERSION 7-29-2008 Blank Board 16794 Assembly 16796 D-22...
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SIX CHANNEL CONTROL BOARD PARTS LIST DESCRIPTION LINE PART # REFERENCE DESIGNATION QTY. 16794 PCB SMT SIX CHANNEL AUDIO BD 10731 RES SMT 1.0M 1/10W 1% Ref: R73-R120 16907 RES SMT 1.58K Ref: R140;142;144;146;148;150;175;179;183;187;191;195 10726 RES SMT 10.2K 1/10W 1% Ref: R122;125;128;131;134;137;152;153;156;157;160;161;164;...
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16919 POT SMT TRIM 50K Ref: VR1-VR12 16005 CAP SMT .1UF 50V CERM X7R Ref: C126-131; 133-138; 202-207; 209-232; 270-275 16901 CAP SMT 100PF Ref: C1-12; 14;15;18;19;22;23;26;27;30;31;34;35; 37-60 16370 CAP SMT 22PF Ref: C101-124 16346 CAP SMT 47PF 50V CERM Ref: C140-151;...
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POWER SUPPLY INTERFACE PARTS LIST LINE PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. REFERENCE DESIGNATION 16219 MILLENUIM D SWITCH PS CHASSIS 16220 MILLENUIM D SWITCH PS FRT PNL 8551 SCREW 10-32 X 1/2" BLACK OXIDE 9291 NUT KEP 10 10-32 16221 MILLENUIM D SWITCH PS COVER 16182 SCREW 4-40 X 1/4 TAPTITE 16209...
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Analog Output Board Parts List DESCRIPTION LINE PART # REFERENCE DESIGNATION QTY. 14799 MILLENIUM OUTPUT BOARD DETAIL 2828 RES 4.7 OHM 1/2W 5% Ref: R19 1009 RES 47 OHM 1/2W 5% Ref: R46;R47 8883 RES 1.8K 1/2W 5% Ref: R242;R241;R240;R238;R239 5876 RES 100K 1/4W 1% Ref: R34;159;162;187;192;197;202;1;10...
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DESCRIPTION LINE PART # REFERENCE DESIGNATION QTY. 7513 RES 49.9K 1/4W 1% Ref: R315;R2 10383 CAP 5PF DISC 500V 5% NPO Ref: C170-C179 7482 CAP 470PF 50V DISK Ref: C11 5739 CAP 100PF DISC 5% 100V Ref: C13;19;25;34;38;40;49;55-57;60;64;69;70;78;81;85;86;104;107 111;112;115;119;137;143-146;161;165-168 5743 CAP .1UF FILM Ref: C5-7;9;10;12;22;24;33;36;37;43;52;62;71;82;109;113;114;117;...
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DESCRIPTION LINE PART # REFERENCE DESIGNATION QTY. 1010 IC 5532 Ref: U9;U14-U18;U20-U25;U29-U43 3675 IC 4558 Ref: U6 1042 IC LM339N Ref: U26;U27;U28 6120 IC 4051 Ref: U10;U11;U12;U13 5752 IC 4053 Ref: U19 5756 HEADER 26 PIN DUAL ROW .1 Ref: J38 5753 HEADER 5 PIN Ref: J7;36;37...
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Radio Systems Millenium-A Console Page 52 Millenium Console Specifications Models Available RS-6A: 6 Channel RS-12A: 12 Channel RS-18A: 18 Channel RS-24A: 24 Channel Audio Inputs Type: Differentially balanced instrumentation amplifiers with gain set jumpers and selectable input attenuators Level: Jumper selectable gain settings to accommodate nominal input levels from -60 dBm to +10 dBm. Maxi-...
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Warranty Radio Systems, Inc., warrants this equipment to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two (2) years for all electronic parts and subassemblies and a period of one (1) year for all mechanical parts such as faders and meters..
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Hi I’m Craig how do I wire my rs6, I tried printing off instructions but do not understand them, do I need a preamp for this
To wire the Radio Systems Millenium-A Analog Console with an RS6, follow these key steps:
1. Determine the Type of Connection:
- If the RS6 uses a balanced output, connect it to the console's balanced input using two-conductor shielded wire (+ to +, – to –, and shield grounded at the source).
- If the RS6 uses a single-ended (unbalanced) output, use coaxial wire:
- Connect the center conductor to the console’s + input.
- Connect the shield to ground.
- Add a jumper from ground to the – input.
2. Grounding:
- Ensure a proper ground connection exists between the RS6 and the console.
- Ground can be through equipment chassis or 3-prong AC cords.
3. Cable Routing:
- Keep unbalanced connections short and away from AC power lines to avoid interference.
Regarding the preamp:
- If the RS6 output level is line-level, no preamp is needed.
- If it outputs mic-level, a preamp is required before connecting to the console's line input.
So, whether a preamp is needed depends on the RS6's output level.
This answer is automatically generated