Array module
subwoofer
digitally steerable loudspeaker systems (91 pages)
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Digitally Steerable Line Array Loudspeaker Systems IC-R-II USERS MANUAL Assembly & Installation Instructions IC8-R-II • IC16/8-R-II • IC16-R-II, IC24-R-II • IC32/16-R-II • IC32-R-II Version 1.10.4...
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Instructions unless you are qualified to do so. Refer all Sie sind dafür qualifiziert. Wartungsarbeiten auszuführen. servicing to qualified personnel. IMPORTANT Your Iconyx Steerable Column Loudspeaker contains no user-serviceable parts and all service should be referred to qualified service personnel.
IC-R-II Users Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Introduction Technical Support Assembly Instructions Address Number Verification Introduction To RHAON RHAON Organization Preparation Computer Requirements Software Installation Customizing Your RHAON Workspace Virtual System Design Assigning a Static IP Address Saving Your Work Network Manager Connect Mode Linking Software With Networked Loudspeakers...
Your ICONYX IC-R-II steerable column loudspeaker was carefully tested and inspected before leaving our factory and should have arrived in perfect condition. Please carefully inspect the shipping carton(s) and loudspeaker(s) for any noticeable damage, and if any damage is found, immediately notify the shipping company.
“fillers”. The ones containing the hardware are marked “Hardware” to prevent the hardware from being accidentally discarded. If you purchased an IC8-R-II all you need to do is remove the column loudspeaker and its hardware box from the carton and install it. Skip to page 6 for Address Number Verification instructions.
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Place the modules in their respective positions on the as- sembly area. Note: Be aware that If you purchased two or more IC8-R-II arrays at different times and now want to turn them into an IC16-R-II or larger array, the IC8-R-II array modules must be of the same Firmware version.
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IC-R-II Users Manual Plug one end of the 3 conductor AC cable into its mating socket. Make sure it is properly seated. Align the two modules and slide them together, making sure the holes in the heavy joining plates align with the holes in the modules. Install the remaining screws into the joining plates and tighten all the screws.
Master to allow you to bring the signal cables into the top of the array. Set the switches in accordance with the drawing shown below. On single IC8-R-II arrays the dip switches should always be set to the Master setting (“00”).
IC-R-II Users Manual TYPICAL PROJECT WORKFLOW P R E P A R A T I O N INSTALL RHAON SET COMPUTERS CHOOSE BACKGROUND IMAGE ADD VIRTUAL SPEAKERS GROUP VIRTUAL SPEAKERS OPEN NETWORK MANAGER Static IP This can make it easier to see or scan network for actual or actual loudspeakers To verify integrity of the Ethernet...
IC-R-II Users Manual Software Installation You need a Windows PC running RHAON software in order to maximize the performance of RHAON-Empowered loudspeakers and your RHAON system. You can use RHAON software during the design stage, for system setup, tuning and commissioning, and for remote control and supervision.
IC-R-II Users Manual Notice that the program warns you if your display settings may cause viewing problems. If you are using “Large Fonts,” we recommend you change to the default 96 DPI setting to avoid possible viewing problems. The program also includes a number of pop-up messages that alert you to new RHAON features and help guide you though the creation of a successful project.
IC-R-II Users Manual Virtual System Design RHAON software can save you time at the job site by enabling you to set up a complete virtual loudspeaker system before you go to the site. When you get to the site, you connect your computer to the RHAON network, link the virtual loudspeakers with their real counterparts, and upload the virtual system settings to each individual loudspeaker.
IC-R-II Users Manual Assigning a Static IP Address to the RHAON Host Computer You can begin your preparation offline in a virtual environment, but to make a RHAON system operational you have to connect your computer and the RHAON Empowered loudspeakers in the system to an Ethernet network.
IC-R-II Users Manual Before plugging the network connector into your computer’s Ethernet port, you need to make sure that RHAON has the correct network settings. In the RHAON software, go to the Options menu and select “Preferences”. On the General tab, make sure the correct NIC is selected in the Adapter field.
The Network Manager Most Iconyx IC-R-II and ICL-FR setup and installation problems are “network problems” and not Iconyx or RHAON problems. Your Iconyx array was factory tested before it left our factory and barring shipping damage should be in perfect operating condition. The RHAON Net- work Manager allows you to check the integrity of the Ethernet network before you actually link to the loudspeakers.
IC-R-II Users Manual Linking Software Icons with Networked Loudspeakers To connect a RHAON network, you first make all the hardware connections, and then (if you are using CobraNet for digital audio distribu- tion) assign signal routing using RHAON software. A typical amplifier input panel is shown on page 55 in Appendix 1. Let’s say you’ve connected all your Ethernet inputs and outputs.
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IC-R-II Users Manual Continue until all of the networked loudspeak- ers are linked to icons in the main workspace. When an icon is linked to a networked loudspeaker, the status indicator under its name changes from Unassigned (Red) to OK (Green).
IC-R-II Users Manual Properties Windows The three operational modes of RHAON, Connect, Control and Supervise all have their own unique Properties window (see below). Notice that the vertical pane on the left side of each window is identical. The Connect, Control and Supervise tabs at the top of the window allow you to switch between the three operating modes without returning to the main window.
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IC-R-II Users Manual The vertical pane in each Properties window provides for loudspeaker identification and selected control features. See below for details. Loudspeakers model number or name Text fields for entering a name for the loudspeaker and listing its location. Loudspeakers DSP sample rate (48 kHz or 96 kHz).
IC-R-II Users Manual Assigning Digital and Analog Inputs The larger right portion of the Properties windows vary with the operating mode. The Connect window is divided into an upper light grey Internal DSP Connections section and and a darker grey lower CobraNet Routing Assignments section. The Assign Amplifier Inputs portion of the upper section is where you select which one of the Array’s multiple inputs will be routed to the Main input and which one will be used for the Priority override circuit.
IC-R-II Users Manual CobraNet Signal Routing CobraNet devices transmit and receive digital audio (48 or 96 kHz, 16, 20 or 24 bit) in bundles of up to 8 channels. The number of chan- nels per bundle can vary, depending on settings for latency and resolution. The number of bundles available depends on network band- width.
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IC-R-II Users Manual The next step is to connect the CobraNet Source Transmitters to the CobraNet Receivers in the RHAON loudspeakers. Double click on one of the Source’s green Tx triangles and then double click on one of the loudspeaker’s red Rx triangles to connect the two.
The FIR files that shape and aim these beams of energy are created within RHAON under Beam Steering and then either stored as a Preset or loaded into the array’s DSP. Presets are an Iconyx feature that allows you to store up to 10 preset beam steer- ing and DSP control setup configurations in the array’s DSP memory and then select between them.
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IC-R-II Users Manual The opening Beam Steering window displays the setup criteria and the beam’s aiming angle and focal point. It does not map (calculate and display) the Array’s beam until the Calculate Mapping button is pressed. You’ll find it in the Mapping setup section on the right side of the screen.
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IC-R-II Users Manual Before going on you should first verify that the correct measurement system is being used (feet or meters). The default measurement system is feet but you may want to use meters. To check or change the setting, right click in the center of the beam steering window or select Preferences from the Options pull down menu in the tool bar section of the RHAON window.
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Angle field tilts the column forward or backward (minus [-] numbers tip it back and plus [+] numbers tilt it forward). This parameter is usually left at 0.0 since the normal position for Iconyx arrays is flat against a wall and the array’s output digitally steered down onto the audience area.
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IC-R-II Users Manual The Normalize Beam EQ instructs Beamware to apply a normalized EQ curve to the FIR filters and reduces the amount of EQ that will be needed during final commission- ing. Some users, however, prefer to do all the EQ themselves so this feature can be turned off.
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Beams. Notice that on the IC8-R-II you can select up to a maximum of 4 beams. It’s up to eight on an IC16-R-II, 12 on an IC24-R-II and 16 on an IC32-R-II.
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IC-R-II Users Manual Now that we understand the basics of using beam steering, it’s time to investigate another one of the unique tools beam steering includes to make life easier for you. It’s called Auto- Focus. You’ll find it in the IC Configuration section next to Beams.
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IC-R-II Users Manual The next graphic shows a room with a 75 feet deep audience area with an IC16-R-II array. Note that the single beam is placed near the bottom of the array and the opening angle at 20 degrees. The next graphic is of the same room after Auto-Focus has been applied.
RS485 connection. IC-R-II Arrays include the following factory installed Presets. On single IC8-R-II arrays: Preset 10: is factory installed and locked to “Flat” for use in transducer testing and should not be used during normal operation.
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IC-R-II Users Manual Selection of the desired Preset is controlled on the Array’s control panel by the three push buttons located directly below the digital readout. The Preset Up and Preset Down buttons are used to select the desired Preset and the Enter button used to enter the selection into the DSP. The readout display will flash while the selected Preset’s configuration settings are being entered into the DSP and return to a steady glow when the procedure is complete.
Iconyx systems have facilities available for data communication via RS485. This allows users to implement control and monitoring via third party controllers such as those made by Crestron. For more information on controlling your Iconyx array using a Crestron control system refer to the Crestron website at http://www.crestron.com/tools_and_resources/programming_and_integration_re-...
IC-R-II Users Manual CONTROL MODE Control Mode provides access to the Loudspeaker Ampli- fier’s internal DSP and allows you to control its settings. You can enter Control Mode by clicking on the Control but- ton at the top of the main workspace, or from within any loudspeaker’s Properties window.
IC-R-II Users Manual User-Configurable DSP Functions On the right side of the Control Properties window, in the upper dark grey section, you will see a frequency response graph. Underneath it are controls for 12 filters. To select a filter, click the button above its white data fields; then either type in your values, use the up-down ar- rows or scroll with your mouse to adjust the parameters.
IC-R-II Users Manual Priority Override is one of the unique features of RHAON. It allows you to assign signal-activated priority override capabilities to any one of the array’s multiple inputs. The Priority Override controls in the lower right section of the properties window allow you to set the Attach Time, the Hold Time, the Release Time and the Threshold Level.
It provides a means of controlling these arrays just as Group Control controls all loudspeakers within the group. An Array folder when created will accept only like Iconyx IC-R arrays, IC Live and IC array modules. It will reject CF, SG, PN, SR and Varia Loudspeakers and subwoofers.
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IC-R-II Users Manual Double clicking on the Group icon will open the Connect Properties folder. Notice that the Group Connect window shown here is very similar to the one for individual loudspeakers except for the lack of level meters and CobraNet channel selection facilities.
It also functions only between like units. You cannot, for example, copy Presets or beam steering information from an IC8-R-II to an IC32-R-II or from an IC8-R-II to an ICLive ICL-R. If you try, a warning prompt will alert you to the oversight.
IC-R-II Users Manual RHAON’s Supervise mode is the one you will use most while your system is in operation (i.e., making sound). It is designed to empower system operators with a comprehensive set of monitoring and loudspeaker/amplifier management tools. In Supervise mode, you can quickly detect a problem anywhere in the system and (if you have access to the appropriate Control mode functions) take corrective action.
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IC-R-II Users Manual The dark grey section on the left includes the loudspeaker’s input and output monitoring facilities, identification fields, and basic operating controls: Power On/Standby, the Wink Light toggle, Wink with Audio, Input Gain, Polarity Invert, and Mute. Any or all of these controls may be restricted to authorized operators and subject to password-protected access.
IC-R-II Users Manual Event Logging & Notification RHAON’s Event Logging function can record in a .log file events of the types you select. This allows the system’s operating status to be reviewed at any time. Audio evacuation and life safety systems are often required to provide this type of logging. To activate this feature, go to Options in RHAON’s main tool bar and select Preferences;...
IC-R-II Users Manual General Preferences The Preferences window also allows you to review and change the program’s default settings. You will find them under the General tab. We already discussed the Networking Adapter (aka NIC) settings in the Connect section of this manual. so we won’t cover them again. Unit System allows you to change the units of temperature from Metric (Centigrade) to Imperial (Fahrenheit).
IC-R-II Users Manual Password Protection RHAON software includes three levels of password protection. This features is designed to prevent inadvertent changes of Connect and Control Mode settings by anyone who is unauthorized or unfamiliar with the system. To open the Password Protection setup window shown below, press Control-Alt-p. You can set up three levels of control access.
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IC-R-II Users Manual Clicking on the Access Detail tab opens the window shown below. Its settings determine what control features will be available to “Opera- tors” and “Supervisors”. These settings are themselves password protected and can only be changed by a Designer. The Password restrictions are stored on the computer used to setup the password protection (usually the “House”...
GENERAL INfORMATION Your Iconyx column array was designed to be easy to install on either a flat surface such as a wall or suspended from a ceiling. Note that it was not designed to be mounted in the wall or in an alcove. The amplifiers are convection cooled and their heat sinks require at least an inch of separation from the nearest surface.
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These loudspeakers have not been evaluated for safety requirements using other mounting kits. HARDWARE REQUIRED: - Array models IC8-R-II, IC16-R-II & IC16/8-R-II Four – 1-½” x ¼” Wood bolts with ½” head and 6 threads per inch Four – 1/4” Toggle bolts One –...
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IC-R-II Users Manual INSTALLATION (continued) - Locate stud in wall and mark outside edges of stud. - Determine the desired height of the loudspeaker and mark the location of the male mounting plates. - Using a male mounting plate as a template, align two of the mounting holes with the center of the stud. - Mark points on the wall in the centre of the holes where mounting screws will be positioned.
TRIPOD STAND MOUNTING If you plan to use your ICONYX IC8-R-II or IC16-R-II mounted on a heavy-duty tripod stand using our ICTRIPODKITR, be aware that you must mount the top mounting bracket to the array before attaching the tripod socket to the bracket. Otherwise you will not have access to all the bracket mounting screws.
IC-R-II Users Manual APPENDIX I: Audio Evacuation & Life Safety Functions Although not certified as a “Life Safety” system, RHAON has been designed to meet the stringent requirements of most Audio Evacuation / Life Safety system specifications. Since “Life Safety” requirements vary widely from country to country and from one locality to another, we strongly recommend you contact your local authorities for an opinion before proposing a RHAON system for any Life Safety application.
IC-R-II Users Manual APPENDIX II: RHAON Block Diagrams CobraNet The drawing below shows the signal paths for a RHAON system using CobraNet digital audio distribution. Except for the analog audio input line to the CobraNet Converter, all audio signal runs are standard CAT5 cables. The network is a stan- dard Ethernet star topology.
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IC-R-II Users Manual APPENDIX II: RHAON Block Diagrams CobraNet With Analog Backup The block diagram below shows a combination system combining CobraNet with analog audio distribution and RHAON loudspeaker con- trol and monitoring. Notice that the analog audio wiring loops (is daisy chained) from loudspeaker to loudspeaker. Typical wiring diagram for a system having both analog and CobraNet audio distribution plus loudspeaker control and monitoring.
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4. The AES/EBU inputs on all Iconyx amplifiers are fully balanced 110 Ohm inputs and are equipped with a balanced loop through to the next array. Their AES/EBU interface automatically detects the source sampling frequency, locks onto that sample rate whether it is 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz or 96 kHz and converts it to 48 kHz.
IC-R-II Users Manual Appendix II: Block Diagrams IC-R-IIC1 Remote Preset Control Notes 1. The IC-R-IIC1 provides preset control for either 1 or 2 IC-R-II arrays. When used to control only one array, the array should be con- nected to pins 1,2 & 3 on the IC-R-IIC1. 2.
“Master” module. 3. Iconyx IC-R-II arrays include Power On/Standby control, but do not have an AC Mains power switch. Pressing the Volume Up and Volume Down push buttons simultaneously for several seconds will toggle the array between “On” and “Standby”...
IC-R-II Users Manual APPENDIX IV: KEEPING YOUR RHAON PROGRAM UP-TO-DATE Updating Your Current Installation of RHAON New program versions of RHAON are posted on the Renkus-Heinz website, www.renkus-heinz.com, as soon as they are created. We recommend updating to the latest version only if the newer version has features that you need, such as an expanded listing of Renkus- Heinz loudspeakers.
IC-R-II Users Manual APPENDIX IV: KEEPING YOUR RHAON PROGRAM UP-TO-DATE Updating Your Current Installation of RHAON (continued) To update your RHAON program go to www.renkus-heinz.com and click on RHAON in the left hand menu to open the link to the REHAON Home page and to the latest RHAON program version;...
IC-R-II Users Manual APPENDIX IV: KEEPING YOUR RHAON PROGRAM UP-TO-DATE Updating Microcontroller and DSP Firmware The latest Microcontroller and DSP firmware files were installed in your loudspeaker before it was shipped to you. They contain the program that runs the DSP microcontroller and the loudspeaker specific control files for the associated loudspeaker.
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IC-R-II Users Manual APPENDIX IV: KEEPING YOUR RHAON PROGRAM UP-TO-DATE Updating Microcontroller Firmware (Continued) Step 2: Select Update Microcontroller Firmware and when the window shown below opens select the appropriate firmware file and press Download. Notice that the window tells you what Microcontroller Firmware version is installed in the loudspeaker. Selecting Download will install the new firmware in the loudspeaker.
IC-R-II Users Manual APPENDIX IV: KEEPING YOUR RHAON PROGRAM UP-TO-DATE Updating DSP Firmware The latest 48 kHz DSP firmware files (.bin files) were installed in your array before it was shipped to you, unless you specifically requested 96 kHz files be installed.. These files contain the loudspeaker specific EQ, crossover and protection settings for the loudspeaker and are updated from time to time as the firmware is improved.
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IC-R-II Users Manual APPENDIX IV: KEEPING YOUR RHAON PROGRAM UP-TO-DATE Updating DSP Firmware (Continued) Step 3: Wait for the Firmware transfer to complete. When finished, control will be returned to the dialog window. Select “Done”. Note: If you are installing the DSP Firmware into a multi module array, after you have updated the Master module disconnect the signal cable from its normal connection to the Master (lower) module and insert it into the Primary Ethernet input on one of the Slave (upper) modules.
IC-R-II Users Manual APPENDIX V: USING THIRD PARTY CONTROLLERS Operating Iconyx IC-R-II Digitally Steerable Arrays with External Controllers IC-R-II digitally steerable arrays include a RS485 port for communication to and from external third party control devices, such as those made by Crestron.
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Users Manual APPENDIX V: USING THIRD PARTY CONTROLLERS (continued) Operating Iconyx IC-R-II Digitally Steerable Arrays with External Controllers Transferring control of the array back to your computer can only be done from the external control device or from your computer using RHAON..
Most Iconyx IC-R-II and ICL-R / ICL-FR setup and installation problems are “network problems” and not Iconyx or RHAON problems. Your Iconyx array was factory tested before it left our factory and barring shipping damage should be in perfect operating condition.
IC-R-II Users Manual SERVICING and TROUBLE SHOOTING (Continued) Gated or Chopped Audio The Analog 1 input is receiving a signal, but some other input has been selected in the RHAON Connect tab. As a trouble shooting aid, the Analog 1 input will always pass audio if the signal exceeds a threshold level even if some other input is selected. The solution is to select Analog 1 as the input or disconnect the analog 1 input signal line.
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IC-R-II Users Manual SERVICING and TROUBLE SHOOTING (Continued) Lesson 2: Packet Addressing On a Local Area Network (LAN), packets are addressed by the Media Access Control (MAC) address of the network device. MAC ad- dresses are “burnt-in” by the manufacturer of your network device (computer network card, RHAON loudspeaker, etc.) and are globally unique.
IC-R-II Users Manual SERVICING and TROUBLE SHOOTING (Continued) RHAON Network Manager To activate the RHAON Network Manager open RHAION and select Network Manager from the File pull down menue. The Network Manager will scan the Ethernet network, list all the CobranNet devices it found on the network and identify them by name, MAC and IP numbers.
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IC-R-II Users Manual SERVICING and TROUBLE SHOOTING (Continued) Symptom: RHAON reports “No CobraNet Devices found.” 1. Are you trying to use a Wi-Fi connection? You can’t use a Wi Fi connection with RHAON. Wi-Fi doesn’t have sufficient bandwidth to handle Cobranet and RHAON, so you will need to switch to a wired\ Ethernet connection.
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IC-R-II Users Manual SERVICING and TROUBLE SHOOTING (Continued) If these settings are correct and you still receive the ‘No CobraNet Device Found” error message; 4. In RHAON select the File pull down menu and select the Network Manager. Wait for a minute or two,to see if a list of the RHAON/CobraNet devices on the network appears.
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Copper cables longer than this will not support CobraNet streaming audio. Symptom: I can communicate with my Iconyx array, but I get errors when writing beams. 1. This is a classic symptom of network problems. Go to the Network Manager or start CobraNet Discovery and look at the error count for all devices.
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IC-R-II Users Manual SERVICING and TROUBLE SHOOTING (Continued) 4. Has the interconnect ribbon cable been accidently pinched between the cabinets? If so, it may be damaged and needs to be replaced. 5. Try Restarting the unit by pressing the Restart button. Double click on the the array’s icon and press the Restart button when the properties window opens.
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IC24-R-II, the firmware must be individually updated in all modules. Refer back to page 57 for details. Symptom: I’m trying to update the firmware in one of my Iconyx installations, but I keep getting error messages while trying to download the .Hex files.
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SERVICING and TROUBLE SHOOTING (Continued) AUDIO FAILURE PROBLEMS Symptom: One of my Iconyx / IC Live arrays has been working fine, but now it seems to be dead; it isn’t passing any audio. What can I do? The first thing to do would be to check the network connection.
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IC-R-II Users Manual SERVICING and TROUBLE SHOOTING (Continued) Check the Microcontroller version installed on the array (the version number is shown in the RHAON Supervisory window) and if it is earlier than version 2.43 update to the latest version. Please call our technical support staff before updating the firmware. They will be glad to walk you through the update process.
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Standard finish: White paint. Optional finishes: Black and custom color paint, weather resistant D S P / A m p l i f i e r Type: 8-channel, Class D amplifier/DSP processor; 1 in IC8-R-II & IC16/8-R-II, 2 in IC16-R-II & IC32/16-R-II, 3 in IC24-R-II & 4 in IC32-R-II Input Impedance: >20K Ohm balanced differential...
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