Cobalt Digital Inc 9242 Product Manual

Cobalt Digital Inc 9242 Product Manual

Analog audio distribution amplifier with remote gain control

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9242
Analog Audio Distribution Amplifier with Remote Gain Control
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  • Page 1 Cobalt Digital Inc. 9242 Analog Audio Distribution Amplifier with Remote Gain Control Product Manual...
  • Page 2: User Manual

    The material in this manual is furnished for informational use only. It is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Cobalt Digital. Cobalt Digital Inc. assumes no responsibility or liability for errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Regulatory and Safety Notices Before using this product and any associated equipment, refer to the “Important Safety Instructions” listed below to avoid personnel injury and to prevent product damage. Products may require specific equipment, and/or installation procedures to be carried out to satisfy certain regulatory compliance requirements.
  • Page 4 Notice — Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Cobalt Digital Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. CANADA This Class “A” digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
  • Page 5 The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol invites you to use these systems. If you need more information on the collection, reuse, and recycling systems, please contact your local or regional waste administration. You can also contact Cobalt Digital for more information on the environmental performances of our products.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Enabling Card-edge Control ..................3-3 Setting the Output Mode ..................3-3 Specifying the Gain ....................3-3 Control and Monitoring Features .................... 3-6 Status and Selection LEDs on the 9242 ..............3-6 DashBoard Menus In This Chapter ........................4-1 Status Tabs ..........................4-2 Product Tab ......................
  • Page 8 Service Information In This Chapter ........................6-1 Troubleshooting Checklist ......................6-2 Warranty and Repair Policy ....................7-3 ii • Contents 9242 Product Manual (V1.1)
  • Page 9: Introduction

    Introduction In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections: • Overview • Functional Block Diagrams • User Interfaces • Documentation Terms and Conventions Introduction • 1-1 9242 Product Manual (V1.1)
  • Page 10: Overview

    DA. This can be used to separate left and right stereo pair signals to be amplified in separate paths for critical signals. The 9242 is also ideal to distribute Timecode (LTC) throughout a facility. In single channel, 1x8 mode, the 9242 provides eight copies of the incoming single when used with the RM20-9142-B Standard- Width Rear Module or four copies of the incoming signal when used with the RM20-9142-C/S Split Rear Module.
  • Page 11: Functional Block Diagrams

    Functional Block Diagrams This section provides a functional block diagrams that outline the workflow of the 9242. Figure 1.1 illustrates the 9242 when the Operating Mode is set to Stereo DA (2x4). Figure 1.1 Simplified Block Diagram — RM20-9142-B Standard-Width Rear Module.
  • Page 12: User Interfaces

    The 9242 provides card-edge controls for adjusting the output levels, selecting the operation mode, and configuring remote control options. The front-edge of the 9242 also includes LEDs that display the status of the input signals. As selections are made in the menus, the LEDs display the status of the input signals.
  • Page 13: Documentation Terms And Conventions

    “20-Slot series frame” refers to 20-slot frames and any available options unless otherwise noted. • “Frame” refers to the 8321 or HPF-9000 20-Slot series frame that houses the 9242 card, as well as any openGear frames. • “System” and “Video system” refers to the mix of interconnected production and terminal equipment in which the 9242 operates.
  • Page 14 1-6 • Introduction 9242 Product Manual (V1.1)
  • Page 15: Installation

    Installation In This Chapter This chapter provides instructions for installing the Rear Module(s) for the 9242, installing the card into the frame, cabling details, and updating the card software. The following topics are discussed: • Before You Begin • Installing the 9242 •...
  • Page 16: Before You Begin

    Unpacking Unpack each 9242 you received from the shipping container, and ensure that all items are included. If any items are missing or damaged, contact your sales representative or Cobalt Digital directly.
  • Page 17: Installing The 9242

    Rear Modules for the 9242 The Rear Module for the 9242 depends on the openGear frame you are installing the card into. • 8321 series frame — When installing the 9242 in the 8321 series frames, the RM20- 9142-B Standard-Width Rear Module or the RM20-9142-C/S Split Rear Module can be used.
  • Page 18: Installing The 9242

    Installing the 9242 This section outlines how to install the 9242 in a 20-Slot series frame. If the 9242 is to be installed in any compatible frame other than a Cobalt Digital product, refer to the frame manufacturer’s manual for specific instructions.
  • Page 19: Cabling For The 9242

    Connect the input and output cables according to the following sections. 8321 Series Frames Cabling Overview In the 8321 series frames, the 9242 may be used with the following Rear Modules: • RM20-9142-B Standard-Width Rear Module — Each module occupies two slots and accommodates one card.
  • Page 20: Software Upgrades For The 9242

    — DashBoard version 3.0.0 or higher is required for this procedure. To upgrade the software on a card Contact Cobalt Digital Technical Support for the latest software version file. Display the Device View of the card by double-clicking its status indicator in the Basic Tree View.
  • Page 21: User Controls

    User Controls In This Chapter This chapter provides a general overview of the user controls available on the 9242. The following topics are discussed: • Card Overview • Configuring the DIP Switches • Control and Monitoring Features User Controls • 3-1...
  • Page 22: Card Overview

    Parameter adjustments made in DashBoard are applied. This is the default setting. SW3, SW4 — Output Mode Selection SW3 and SW4 are used in conjunction to set the output mode of the 9242. Refer to the section “Setting the Output Mode” for details. This DIP Switch is not implemented.
  • Page 23: Configuring The Dip Switches

    Switches to change settings on the card. You can still monitor the card status in DashBoard. Setting the Output Mode SW3 and SW4 are used in conjunction to set the output mode of the 9242. Table 3.1 lists the combinations of DIP Switch settings for SW3 and SW4.
  • Page 24 SW10 Gain (dB) UNITY 3-4 • User Controls 9242 Product Manual (V1.1)
  • Page 25 SW10 Gain (dB) User Controls • 3-5 9242 Product Manual (V1.1)
  • Page 26: Control And Monitoring Features

    Control and Monitoring Features This section provides information on the card-edge LEDs for the 9242. Refer to Figure 3.3 for the location of the LEDs. Figure 3.3 9242 Card-edge LEDs Status and Selection LEDs on the 9242 Basic LED displays and descriptions are provided in Table 3.3.
  • Page 27: Dashboard Menus

    DashBoard Menus In This Chapter This chapter briefly summarize the menus, items, and parameters available from the DashBoard Control System™ for the 9242. Parameters marked with an asterisk (*) are the factory default values. The following topics are discussed: •...
  • Page 28: Status Tabs

    Analog Audio Distribution Amplifier with Remote Gain Card Name Control Product 9242 Product Supplier Cobalt Digital Inc. (Read- only) Indicates the serial number Serial Number of the board Indicates the software Software Rev #.## version 4-2 • DashBoard Menus 9242 Product Manual (V1.1)
  • Page 29: Settings Tab

    Specifies the coarse level gain -15 to +15 Control (dB) adjustment applied to ANLG In 1 Right Trim Specifies the coarse level gain -15 to +15 Control (dB) adjustment applied to ANLG In 2 DashBoard Menus • 4-3 9242 Product Manual (V1.1)
  • Page 30 4-4 • DashBoard Menus 9242 Product Manual (V1.1)
  • Page 31: Specifications

    Specifications In This Chapter This chapter provides the technical specification information for the 9242. Note that specifications are subject to change without notice. The following topic is discussed:  Technical Specifications Specifications • 5-1 9242 Product Manual (V1.1)
  • Page 32: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications This section provides the technical specifications for the 9242. Table 5.1 9242 Technical Specifications Category Parameter Specification R2-1001: 2 Number of Inputs RM20-9142-C/S: 1 Input Impedance > 20k Ohm, balanced Analog Inputs Connector WECO® Maximum Input Level +27.5dBu...
  • Page 33: Troubleshooting Checklist

    Service Information In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections: • Troubleshooting Checklist • Warranty and Repair Policy...
  • Page 34: Troubleshooting Checklist

    Routine maintenance to this openGear product is not required. In the event of problems with your 9242, the following basic troubleshooting checklist may help identify the source of the problem. If the card still does not appear to be working properly after checking all possible causes, please contact your openGear products distributor, or the Cobalt Digital Technical Support department at the numbers listed under the “Contact Us”...
  • Page 35: Warranty And Service Information

    Cobalt Digital Inc.'s (“Cobalt”) sole obligation under this warranty shall be limited to, at its option, (i) the repair or (ii) replacement of the product, and the determination of whether a defect is covered under this limited warranty shall be made at the sole discretion of Cobalt.
  • Page 36 Urbana, IL 61802 SERVICE Visit Us Please visit us at our website for: • Company information • Related products and full product lines • On-line catalog • Trade show information • News www.cobaltdigital.com 5-4 • Specifications 9242 Product Manual (V1.1)

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