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Orban OPTIMOD-AM 9300 Audio Processor manual available for free PDF download: Operating Manual
Orban OPTIMOD-AM 9300 Operating Manual (242 pages)
DIGITAL AUDIO PROCESSOR
Brand:
Orban
| Category:
Processor
| Size: 8 MB
Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions
3
Table of Contents
8
Index
14
R Outine M Aintenance
19
Section 1 Introduction
21
About this Manual
21
The Optimod-Am 9300 Digital Audio Processor
21
About Thi Manual
21
Controllable and Adjustable
22
Making the most of the am Channel
22
Versatile Installation
23
Presets in Optimod-Am
24
Factory Presets
25
User Presets
25
Input/Output Configuration
25
Digital AES3 Input/Output
25
Analog Input/Outputs
26
Remote Control Interface
26
Computer Interface
27
RS-232 Serial Port
27
RJ45 Ethernet Connector
27
Location of Optimod-Am
27
Optimal Control of Peak Modulation Levels
27
Best Location for OPTIMOD-AM
28
If the Transmitter Is Not Accessible
28
If the Transmitter Is Accessible
29
Studio-Transmitter Link
29
Transmission from Studio to Transmitter
29
Digital Links
30
Analog Microwave Stls
31
Analog Landline (Ptt/Post Office Line)
32
AM Transmitters and Antennas
32
Bypassing the Transmitter's Internal Filters and Clippers
32
Power Supplies
33
Pre-1965 Transmitters
34
Asymmetry
35
System Presets and Transmitter Equalization
35
Antenna System
37
Using Lossy Data Reduction in the Studio
37
About Transmission Levels and Metering
38
Meters
38
Studio Line-Up Levels and Headroom
39
Figure 1-1: Absolute Peak Level, VU and PPM Reading
39
Transmission Levels
40
Line-Up Facilities
40
Metering of Levels
40
Built-In Calibrated Line-Up Tones
40
Built-In Calibrated Bypass Test Mode
40
Monitoring
41
Modulation Monitors and Their RF Amplifiers
41
Monitoring on Loudspeakers and Headphones
41
Monitor Rolloff Filter
41
Eas Test
42
Pc Control and Security Passcode
43
Why the North American Nrsc Standard
43
AM Stereo Introduces a Preemphasis Dilemma
43
NRSC Standard Preemphasis and Low-Pass Filtering
44
Figure 1-2: NRSC Modified 75 Μs Deemphasis
44
Figure 1-3: NRSC Lowpass Filter
45
Warranty, User Feedback
46
User Feedback
46
Limited Warranty
46
International Warranty
46
Section 2 Installation
47
Installing the 9300
47
Figure 2-2: Wiring the 25-Pin Remote Interface Connector
49
Figure 2-3: 9300 Serial Port Pin Identification
50
Filter Strapped for 18 Db/Octave
51
Olloff
51
Figure 2-6: Monitor Rolloff Filter Schematic Diagram
52
9300 Rear Panel
53
Input and Output Connections
54
Cable
54
Connectors
54
Analog Audio Input
54
Analog Audio Outputs
55
AES3 Digital Input and Output
56
Grounding
56
Power Ground
57
Circuit Ground
57
9300 Front Panel
57
Quick Setup
59
Analog and Digital I/O Setup
65
Figure 2-7: Effect of Lowpass Filter Shape Control on 5 Khz Lowpass Filter
69
Description of the TX EQ Controls
74
Overview of Transmitter Equalization
74
Procedure for LF Equalization
74
Figure 2-8: Unequalized RF Envelope (Showing Tilt)
75
Figure 2-10: Unequalized RF Envelope (Showing Ringing)
77
Automation Using the 9300'S Internal Clock
80
Security and Passcode Programming
83
To Create a Passcode
83
To Edit a Passcode
84
To Delete a Passcode
84
To Lock the Front Panel Immediately
84
To Program Local Lockout
85
To Unlock the Front Panel
85
Dial-Up Networking and the Passcode
85
If You Have Forgotten Your Passcode
86
Remote Control Interface Programming
86
Networking and Remote Control
87
Installing 9300 Pc Remote Control Software
90
Installing the Necessary Windows Services
90
Check Hardware Requirements
91
Running the Orban Installer Program
92
Setting up Ethernet, LAN, and VPN Connections
92
Conclusion
93
Synchronizing Optimod to a Network Timeserver
93
Appendix: Setting up Serial Communications
97
Preparing for Communication through Null Modem Cable
97
Connecting Using Windows 2000 Direct Serial Connection
97
Connecting Using Windows XP Direct Serial Connection
102
Connecting Using Windows 7 Direct Serial Connection
107
Preparing for Communication through Modems
117
Connecting Using Windows 2000 Modem Connection
117
Connecting Using Windows XP Modem Connection
123
Updating Your 9300'S Software
128
Snmp Support
129
SNMP Network Setup
130
SNMP Mib File
130
SNMP Default Settings
131
SNMP Features
131
Section 3 Operation
133
9300 Front Panel
133
Some Audio Processing Concepts
134
Loudness and Density
135
Optimod-Am Processing
136
AM Processing: the Art of Compromise
136
Shortwave/Hf Processing
138
Working Together
138
Fundamental Requirements: High-Quality Source Material and Accurate Monitoring
138
Monitor Rolloff Filter
139
Reference Radios for the Processing
139
Modulation Monitors
140
More about Audio Processing
140
Judging Loudness
141
Reverberation
141
Customizing the 9300'S Sound
141
Basic Control
142
Full Control
143
Advanced Control
143
Gain Reduction Metering
144
To Create or Save a User Preset
144
Factory Programming Presets
145
Description of the Factory Presets
146
Table 3-1: Factory Programming Presets
147
Equalizer Controls
149
Figure 3-1: HF Receiver Equalizer Curves
153
Agc Controls
155
Table 3-3: AGC Controls
156
Advanced AGC Controls
158
Clipper Controls
160
Multiband Dynamics Processing
162
Table 3-6: MB Attack/Release Controls
163
Table 3-7: MB Band MIX Controls
165
Advanced Multiband Controls
166
Test Modes
169
Using the 9300 Pc Remote Control Software
169
To Set up a New Connection
170
To Initiate Communication
171
To Modify a Control Setting
172
To Recall a Preset
172
To Save a User Preset You Have Created
172
To Back up User Presets, System Files, and Automation Files Onto Your Computer's Hard Drive
173
To Restore Archived Presets, System Files, and Automation Files
173
To Modify INPUT /OUTPUT and SYSTEM SETUP
175
To Modify AUTOMATION
175
To Group Multiple 9300S
175
Navigation Using the Keyboard
175
To Quit the Program
175
About Aliases Created by Optimod 9300 PC Remote Software
176
Multiple Installations of Optimod 9300 PC Remote
176
To Share an Archived User Preset between 9300S
177
Section 4 Maintenance
179
Routine Maintenance
179
Subassembly Removal and Replacement
180
Field Audit of Performance
183
Section 5 Troubleshooting
189
Problems and Potential Solutions
189
RFI, Hum, Clicks, or Buzzes
189
Poor Peak Modulation Control
189
Excessively Low Positive Peak Modulation
190
Audible Distortion On-Air
190
Audible Noise on Air
191
Shrill, Harsh Sound
191
Audible Lowpass Filter Ringing
191
Dull Sound
192
Excessive Occupied Bandwidth
192
System will Not Pass Line-Up Tones at 100% Modulation
193
System will Not Pass Emergency Alert System ("EAS" USA Standard) Tones at the Legally Required Modulation Level
193
System Receiving 9300'S Digital Output will Not Lock
193
General Dissatisfaction with Subjective Sound Quality
193
Security Passcode Lost (When Unit Is Locked Out)
194
You Cannot Access the Internet after Making a Direct or Modem Connection to the 9300
195
Os-Specific Troubleshooting Advice
196
Troubleshooting Windows XP Direct Connect
196
Troubleshooting Windows XP Modem Connect
197
Troubleshooting IC Opamps
197
Technical Support
198
Factory Service
198
Shipping Instructions
199
Section 6 Technical Data
201
Specifications
201
Performance
201
Installation
202
Circuit Description
204
Overview
204
Control Circuits
205
User Control Interface and LCD Display Circuits
205
Input Circuits
207
Output Circuits
208
DSP Circuit
210
Power Supply
210
Abbreviations
211
Parts List
213
Obtaining Spare Parts
213
Control Board
213
Part List
213
Combined Input/Output and DSP (I/O+DSP) Board
215
Display Board (Front)
218
Display Board (Back)
219
Schematics and Parts Locator Drawings
219
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