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Orban OPTIMOD 8400 Operating Manual (250 pages)

Digital Audio Processor

Brand: Orban | Category: Computer Hardware | Size: 2 MB

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8400 Optimod-Fm Digital Audio Processor
20
User-Friendly Interface
21
Absolute Control of Peak Modulation
21
Flexible Configuration
22
Adaptability through Multiple Audio Processing Structures
22
Controllable
23
Presets in Optimod-Fm
24
Factory Presets
24
User Presets
24
Input/Output Configuration
24
Digital AES/EBU Left/Right Input/Output
25
Analog Left/Right Input/Output
25
Stereo Analog Baseband Composite Output
26
Subcarriers
26
Remote Control Interface
26
Computer Interface
27
Location of Optimod-Fm
28
Optimal Control of Peak Modulation Levels
28
Best Location for OPTIMOD-FM
29
Studio-Transmitter Link
31
Transmission from Studio to Transmitter
31
Using the Orban 8100AST (or 8100A/ST) Studio Chassis with the 8400
34
STL and Exciter Overshoot
34
Using Lossy Data Reduction in the Studio
35
About Transmission Levels and Metering
35
Meters
35
Studio Line-Up Levels and Headroom
36
Transmission Levels
37
Line-Up Facilities
37
Metering of Levels
37
Monitoring on Loudspeakers and Headphones
38
Eas Test
40
Warranty, Feedback
41
User Feedback Form
41
Installing the 8400
44
8400 Rear Panel
48
Audio Input and Output Connections
49
Cable
49
Connectors
49
Analog Audio Input
49
Analog Audio Output
50
Aes/Ebu Digital Input and Output
50
Composite Output and Subcarrier Input
51
Grounding
53
Power Ground
53
Circuit Ground
54
8400 Front Panel
54
Installation of Studio Level Controller (Optional)
56
If You Are Using Orban 8200ST-Studio Chassis
56
If You Are Using Orban 464A Co-Operator
59
If You Are Using an Orban 4000 Transmission Limiter
61
Quick Setup
65
Analog and Digital I/O Setup
72
Using Clock-Based Automation
81
Security and Passcode Programming
82
To Unlock the Front Panel
84
8400 User Interface Behavior During Lockout
85
Default ADMIN Passcode
85
If You Have Forgotten Your "All Screens" Passcode
87
Administering the 8400 through Serial Port #2
88
Connecting to the 8400 Via a Terminal Program on a PC
89
Administrative Operations
90
Diagnostic Operations
93
Remote Control Interface Programming
93
Networking
94
Setting up an 8400 Memory Card
97
Installing 8400 Pc Remote Control Software
98
Installing the Necessary Windows Services
98
Check Hardware Requirements
99
Running the Orban Installer Application
100
About 8400/Pd
101
About 8400Hd
103
Delay Difference between Digital-Channel and FM Outputs
104
HD I/O Setup Controls
104
HD Audio Controls
107
8400 Front
109
Introduction to Processing
111
Some Audio Processing Concepts
111
Distortion in Processing
112
Loudness and Distortion
112
OPTIMOD-FM-From Bach to Rock
113
Fundamental Requirements: High-Quality Source Material and Accurate Monitoring
113
About the 8400'S Signal Processing Features
114
Dual-Mono Architecture
114
Signal Flow
114
ITU-R 412 Compliance
119
Two-Band Purist Processing
120
Digital Radio Processing
120
Input/Output Delay
121
Summary
121
Customizing the 8400'S Sound
121
Basic Modify
122
Intermediate Modify
123
Advanced Modify
123
Gain Reduction Metering
124
About the Processing Structures
124
Factory Programming Presets
125
Factory Programming Presets
126
Equalizer Controls
132
Stereo Enhancer Controls
136
Agc Controls
138
Advanced AGC Controls
141
Clipper Controls
143
Advanced Clipper Controls
148
The Two-Band Structure
149
The Protection Presets
149
Setting up the Two-Band Structure for Classical Music
149
Customizing the Settings
151
The Two-Band Structure's Full Setup Controls
151
Advanced Two-Band Controls
154
The Five-Band Structure
155
Putting the Five-Band Structure on the Air
155
Customizing the Settings
156
The Five-Band Structure's Full Setup Controls
156
Advanced Multiband and Band MIX Controls
162
Itu-R Multiplex Power Controller
165
Test Modes
167
Getting the Bass Sound You Want
168
Using the 8400 Pc Remote Control Software
170
Navigation Using the Keyboard
174
Routine Maintenance
176
Removing and Replacing Parts and Assemblies
177
Field Audit of Performance
182
Problems and Potential Solutions
192
Headphones Don't Work
192
RFI, Hum, Clicks, or Buzzes
192
Unexpectedly Quiet On-Air Levels
192
Poor Peak Modulation Control
192
Audible Distortion On-Air
193
Audible Noise on Air
193
Whistle on Air, Perhaps Only in Stereo Reception
194
Interference from Stereo into SCA
195
Shrill, Harsh Sound
196
Dull Sound
196
System will Not Pass Line-Up Tones at 100% Modulation
196
System will Not Pass Emergency Alert System ("EAS" USA Standard) Tones at the Legally Required Modulation Level
196
System Receiving 8400'S Digital Output will Not Lock
197
19 Khz Frequency Out-Of-Tolerance
197
L-R (Stereo Difference Channel) will Not Null with Monophonic Input
197
General Dissatisfaction with Subjective Sound Quality
197
Security Passcode Lost (When Unit Is Locked Out)
197
Connection Issues between the 8400 and a PC, Modem, or Network
198
Troubleshooting Connections
199
OS-Specific Troubleshooting Advice
199
Troubleshooting IC Opamps
204
Technical Support
205
Factory Service
205
Shipping Instructions
205
Specifications
208
Performance
208
Installation
208
Circuit Description
212
Overview
212
Control Circuits
213
User Control Interface and LCD Display Circuits
213
Input Circuits
214
Output Circuits
216
DSP Circuit
218
Power Supply
218
Abbreviations
219
Parts List
220
Obtaining Spare Parts
221
Power Supply
221
Input/Output Circuit Board
222
Front Panel Subassembly
224
Display Circuit Board
224
Display Interface Circuit Board
225
Composite Input/Output Circuit Board
226
Control Circuit Board
226
Drawings
227

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