VCM-88(E), no batteries or remote power supply are necessary for either RD-8 or RW-8. The RD-8 can com- municate to the VCM-88(E) over a 24 gauge snake cable in excess of 1/4 mile (400m). The RD-8 also pulse-shapes the digital waveform to eliminate digital crosstalk noise into adjacent audio channels.
The device ID on the VCM-88E is selected in binary format from the Device ID DIP switch on the rear panel. The device ID on the VCM-88 is inter- nally selected with jumpers. See section 9.5 for Device ID Select DIP switch settings or internal jumper locations.
System Software. The MIDI protocol is used for control by a MIDI device. The Legacy protocol is selected for con- trol by a legacy Ashly or AMX device. On the VCM-88, protocols are selected using internal jumpers. See fig. 9.2 for VCM-88 data protocol details.
(-) pin to ground. Note: If the single connector insert mode is selected (see section 8.1), the In jack serves as the TRS insert on the VCM-88 and the (+) and (-) euroblock connections serve as the input and output respec- tively on the VCM-88E.
8.1 Single Connector Insert To use a mixing console’s single jack insert capa- bilities with the VCM-88, an internal jumper must be se- lected to properly configure the input and output connec- tions. The jumper must be placed in the “1” position (see drawing at top of page) for single jack in/out operation.
The details of the Standard VCM-88(E) digital for- mat are as follows: Pin 1 is ground, Pin 2 is used for the data input signal to the VCM-88(E), and Pin 3 is used as a +26VDC power supply signal for powering the RD-8 re- mote controller.
VCM-88E units for software or MIDI control. The Slave Data jack may also be used to interface Ashly Protea prod- ucts, via their MIDI In/Out jacks, (see pin compatibility Fig. 9.5 9.5 MIDI Implementation...
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Protocol must be set to Protea Software on all units. If problems occur, be sure to check that the proto- col is selected to MIDI, that the VCM-88(E) has been se- lected to the correct device (MIDI Channel), that the cor-...
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Operating Manual - VCM-88, VCM-88E, RD-8, RW-8 Level Controllers 11. Warranty Information We thank you for expression of confidence in Ashly products. The unit you have just purchased is protected by a limited five year warranty. To establish the warranty, you must first complete and mail the warranty card attached to your product.
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• Eight In, One Out For Remote Control Sub-Mixing Use up to eight inputs and the Master Output to allow mixdown of all VCM-88(E) inputs. Individual channel pass through is available to daisy-chain multiple VCM-88(E) units together for personal monitor mixes. Control with RD-8, RW-8, Custom DC Voltage Controller, AMX or Crestron Touch Screen Systems, or Ashly Protea System Software.