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Orban OPTIMOD-FM 5500 Operating Manual (299 pages)
Digital Audio Processor
Brand:
Orban
| Category:
Processor
| Size: 9.02 MB
Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions
3
Table of Contents
8
Index
15
Section 1 Introduction
25
About this Manual
25
The Optimod-Fm 5500 Digital Audio Processor
25
About Thi Manual
25
Absolute Control of Peak Modulation
26
User-Friendly Interface
26
Flexible Configuration
27
Adaptability through Multiple Audio Processing Structures
28
Controllable
29
Stand-Alone Stereo Encoder Operation
30
Presets in Optimod-Fm
31
Factory Presets
31
User Presets
32
Input/Output Configuration
32
Digital AES3 Left/Right Input/Output
32
Analog Left/Right Input/Output
33
Stereo Analog Baseband Composite Output
34
Subcarriers
34
Remote Control Interface
34
Computer Interface
36
RS-232 Serial Port
36
RJ45 Ethernet Connector
36
Wordclock/10 Mhz Sync Reference Input
36
Location of Optimod-Fm
37
Optimal Control of Peak Modulation Levels
37
Best Location for OPTIMOD-FM
38
If the Transmitter Is Not Accessible
38
If the Transmitter Is Accessible
38
Studio-Transmitter Link
40
Transmission from Studio to Transmitter
40
Digital Links
40
Composite Baseband Microwave Stls
41
Dual Microwave Stls
42
Analog Landline (Ptt/Post Office Line)
43
Using the Orban 8100AST (or 8100A/ST) External AGC with the 5500
44
STL and Exciter Overshoot
44
Using Lossy Data Reduction in the Studio
44
About Transmission Levels and Metering
45
Meters
45
Studio Line-Up Levels and Headroom
45
Transmission Levels
46
Line-Up Facilities
46
Metering of Levels
46
Composite Output Level
46
Figure 1-2: Absolute Peak Level, VU and PPM Indications
47
Built-In Calibrated Line-Up Tones
48
Built-In Calibrated Bypass Test Mode
48
Monitoring on Loudspeakers and Headphones
48
Eas Test
49
Pc Control and Security Passcode
50
Warranty, User Feedback
50
User Feedback
50
Limited Warranty
51
International Warranty
51
Section 2 Installation
53
Installing the 5500
53
Figure 2-1: AC Line Cord Wire Standard
54
Figure 2-2: Wiring the 25-Pin Remote Interface Connector
55
5500 Rear Panel
56
Input and Output Connections
57
Cable
57
Connectors
57
Analog Audio Input
58
Analog Audio Output
58
AES3 Digital Input and Output
59
Composite Output and Subcarrier Input
59
Figure 2-3: Separation Vs. Load Capacitance
60
Wordclock/10 Mhz Sync Reference Input
61
Grounding
62
Power Ground
62
Circuit Ground
63
Studio Level Controller Installation (Optional)
63
If You Are Using Orban 8200ST External AGC
63
Figure 2-4: 8200ST Jumper Settings (*Factory Configuration)
65
Quick Setup (Audio Processor Mode)
66
Setup for Stand-Alone Stereo Encoder Mode
74
Analog and Digital I/O Setup
80
Automation Using the 5500'S Internal Clock
88
Security and Passcode Programming
90
To Create a Passcode
91
To Edit a Passcode
92
To Delete a Passcode
92
To Lock the Front Panel Immediately
92
To Program Local Lockout
92
To Unlock the Front Panel
93
Dial-Up Networking and the Passcode
93
If You Have Forgotten Your Passcode
93
Administering the 5500 through Its Serial Port or Ethernet
94
Connecting to the 5500'S Ethernet Port or Serial Port Via a Terminal Program on a PC
94
Direct Control Using Putty
95
Automated Control Using Putty/Plink
96
Automated Control Using Netcat
97
Administrative Operations Available Via the Serial Port
97
Available Commands
98
Remote Control Interface Programming
101
Networking and Remote Control
102
Synchronizing Optimod to a Network Time Server
104
Installing 5500 Pc Remote Control Software
107
Installing the Necessary Windows Services
108
Check Hardware Requirements
108
Running the Orban Installer Program
109
Setting up Ethernet, LAN, and VPN Connections
110
Conclusion
110
Appendix: Setting up Serial Communications
111
Preparing for Communication through Null Modem Cable
111
Connecting Using Windows 2000 Direct Serial Connection
111
Connecting Using Windows XP Direct Serial Connection
116
Connecting Using Windows 7 Direct Serial Connection
121
Preparing for Communication through Modems
131
Connecting Using Windows 2000 Modem Connection
131
Connecting Using Windows XP Modem Connection
137
Updating Your 5500'S Software
142
Snmp Support
143
SNMP Network Setup
144
SNMP Mib File
145
SNMP Default Settings
145
SNMP Features
145
Section 3 Operation
147
5500 Front Panel
147
Introduction to Processing
149
Some Audio Processing Concepts
149
Distortion in Processing
150
Loudness and Distortion
150
OPTIMOD-FM - from Bach to Rock
151
Fundamental Requirements: High-Quality Source Material and Accurate Monitoring
151
About the 5500'S Signal Processing Features
152
Signal Flow
152
Stand-Alone Stereo Encoder Mode
157
ITU-R 412 Compliance
158
Two-Band Purist Processing
158
Input/Output Delay
158
Customizing the 5500'S Sound
159
Basic Modify
159
Full Modify
160
Advanced Modify
160
Gain Reduction Metering
161
To Create or Save a User Preset
162
About the Processing Structures
163
Factory Programming Presets
164
Table 3-1: Factory Programming Presets
165
Equalizer Controls
169
Table 3-2: Five-Band Equalization Controls
170
Stereo Enhancer Controls
174
Agc Controls
175
Advanced AGC Controls
178
Clipper Controls
180
Table 3-5: Clipper Controls
181
The Two-Band Structure
184
The Protection Presets
185
Setting up the Two-Band Structure for Classical Music
185
Customizing the Settings
186
The Two-Band Structure's Full and Advanced Setup Controls
186
Table 3-6: Two-Band Controls
188
Advanced Two-Band Controls
191
The Five-Band Structure
191
Putting the Five-Band Structure on the Air
192
Customizing the Settings
192
The Five-Band Structure's Full and Advanced Setup Controls
193
Table 3-9: MB Band MIX Controls
195
Advanced Multiband Controls
199
Itu-R Multiplex Power Controller
201
MPX Power Meter
201
Multiplex Power Threshold
202
Audio Processing and the Multiplex Power Threshold Control
203
Figure 3-1: Multiplex Power over 15 Minute Observation Interval with Multiplex Power Controller Active, Measured at the Optimod's Composite Output
203
About the Multiplex Power Controller's Time Constants
204
Multiplex Power Control in Stand-Alone Stereo Encoder Mode
205
Test Modes
205
Getting the Bass Sound You Want
206
Using the 5500 Pc Remote Control Software
208
To Set up a New Connection
209
To Initiate Communication
210
To Modify a Control Setting
210
To Recall a Preset
211
To Save a User Preset You Have Created
211
To Back up User Presets, System Files, and Automation Files Onto Your Computer's Hard Drive
211
To Restore Archived Presets, System Files, and Automation Files
212
To Modify INPUT /OUTPUT and SYSTEM SETUP
213
To Modify AUTOMATION
213
To Group Multiple 5500S
214
Operation Using the Keyboard
214
To Quit the Program
214
About Aliases Created by Optimod 5500 PC Remote Software
215
Multiple Installations of Optimod 5500 PC Remote
215
To Import Archived 8300, 8400, 8500 and 5500 Presets into Your 5500
217
Section 4 Maintenance
219
Routine Maintenance
219
Subassembly Removal and Replacement
220
Field Audit of Performance
224
Table 4-1: Typical Power Supply Voltages and AC Ripple
225
Figure 4-1: Typical Frequency Response, 30Hz to 15 Khz
227
Section 5 Troubleshooting
233
Problems and Potential Solutions
233
RFI, Hum, Clicks, or Buzzes
233
Unexpectedly Quiet On-Air Levels
233
Poor Peak Modulation Control
233
Unexpected Delay between the Program Feed and the On-Air Signal
234
Audible Distortion On-Air
234
Audible Noise on Air
235
Whistle on Air, Perhaps Only in Stereo Reception
236
Interference from Stereo into SCA
236
Shrill, Harsh Sound
237
Dull Sound
237
System will Not Pass Line-Up Tones at 100% Modulation
238
System will Not Pass Emergency Alert System ("EAS" USA Standard) Tones at the Legally Required Modulation Level
238
System Receiving 5500'S Digital Output will Not Lock
238
You See a "Communications Board Error" Message
238
19 Khz Frequency Out-Of-Tolerance
238
L-R (Stereo Difference Channel) will Not Null with Monophonic Input
238
Audio Mute Occurs When Switching between UL and Non-UL Presets
238
General Dissatisfaction with Subjective Sound Quality
238
Security Passcode Lost (When Unit Is Locked Out)
239
Connection Issues between the 5500 and a PC, Modem, or Network
239
Troubleshooting Connections
239
You Cannot Access the Internet after Making a Direct or Modem Connection to the 5500
240
Os-Specific Troubleshooting Advice
241
Troubleshooting Windows 2000 Direct Connect
241
Troubleshooting Windows 2000 Modem Connect
242
Troubleshooting Windows XP Direct Connect
243
Troubleshooting Windows XP Modem Connect
244
Troubleshooting IC Opamps
245
Technical Support
245
Factory Service
246
Shipping Instructions
246
Section 6 Technical Data
249
Specifications
249
Performance
249
Installation
250
Circuit Description
253
Overview
254
Control Circuits
254
User Control Interface and LCD Display Circuits
255
Input Circuits
256
Output Circuits
258
DSP Circuit
260
Power Supply
261
Abbreviations
261
Technical Data
262
Parts List
263
Obtaining Spare Parts
263
Part List
263
Control Board
264
Combined Input/Output and DSP (I/O+DSP) Board
266
Composite/Sca Daughterboard
270
Display Board (Front)
271
Display Board (Back)
271
Schematics and Parts Locator Drawings
272
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Orban OPTIMOD-FM 5500 Operation Manual (271 pages)
Digital Audio Processor
Brand:
Orban
| Category:
Computer Hardware
| Size: 5.87 MB
Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions
3
Table of Contents
8
Index
14
Section 1 Introduction
23
About this Manual
23
The Optimod-Fm 5500 Digital Audio Processor
23
User-Friendly Interface
24
Absolute Control of Peak Modulation
24
Flexible Configuration
25
Adaptability through Multiple Audio Processing Structures
26
Controllable
27
Stand-Alone Stereo Encoder Operation
28
Presets in Optimod-Fm
29
Factory Presets
29
User Presets
29
Input/Output Configuration
30
Digital AES3 Left/Right Input/Output
30
Analog Left/Right Input/Output
31
Stereo Analog Baseband Composite Output
31
Subcarriers
31
Remote Control Interface
32
Computer Interface
33
RS-232 Serial Port
33
RJ45 Ethernet Connector
33
Wordclock/10 Mhz Sync Reference Input
33
Location of Optimod-Fm
34
Optimal Control of Peak Modulation Levels
34
Best Location for OPTIMOD-FM
35
If the Transmitter Is Not Accessible
35
If the Transmitter Is Accessible
36
Studio-Transmitter Link
37
Transmission from Studio to Transmitter
37
Digital Links
37
Composite Baseband Microwave Stls
38
Dual Microwave Stls
39
Analog Landline (Ptt/Post Office Line)
40
Using the Orban 8100AST (or 8100A/ST) External AGC with the 5500
40
STL and Exciter Overshoot
41
Using Lossy Data Reduction in the Studio
41
About Transmission Levels and Metering
42
Meters
42
Studio Line-Up Levels and Headroom
42
Transmission Levels
43
Line-Up Facilities
43
Metering of Levels
43
Fig. 1-1: Absolute Peak Level, VU and PPM Reading
43
Composite Output Level
44
Built-In Calibrated Line-Up Tones
44
Built-In Calibrated Bypass Test Mode
45
Monitoring on Loudspeakers and Headphones
45
Eas Test
46
Pc Control and Security Passcode
47
Warranty, User Feedback
47
User Feedback
47
Limited Warranty
47
International Warranty
48
Extended Warranty
48
Section 2 Installation
49
Installing the 5500
49
5500 Rear Panel
52
Input and Output Connections
53
Cable
53
Connectors
53
Analog Audio Input
54
Analog Audio Output
54
AES3 Digital Input and Output
55
Composite Output and Subcarrier Input
55
Wordclock/10 Mhz Sync Reference Input
58
Grounding
58
Power Ground
58
Circuit Ground
59
Studio Level Controller Installation (Optional)
59
If You Are Using Orban 8200ST External AGC
59
Quick Setup (Audio Processor Mode)
62
Setup for Stand-Alone Stereo Encoder Mode
70
Analog and Digital I/O Setup
76
Automation Using the 5500'S Internal Clock
84
Security and Passcode Programming
87
To Create a Passcode
87
To Edit a Passcode
88
To Delete a Passcode
88
To Lock the Front Panel Immediately
88
To Program Local Lockout
89
To Unlock the Front Panel
89
Dial-Up Networking and the Passcode
89
If You Have Forgotten Your Passcode
89
Remote Control Interface Programming
90
Networking and Remote Control
91
Synchronizing Optimod to a Network Time Server
94
Installing 5500 Pc Remote Control Software
97
Installing the Necessary Windows Services
97
Check Hardware Requirements
98
Running the Orban Installer Program
99
Setting up Ethernet, LAN, and VPN Connections
99
Conclusion
100
Appendix: Setting up Serial Communications
101
Preparing for Communication through Null Modem Cable
101
Connecting Using Windows 2000 Direct Serial Connection
101
Connecting Using Windows XP Direct Serial Connection
106
Preparing for Communication through Modems
111
Connecting Using Windows 2000 Modem Connection
111
Connecting Using Windows XP Modem Connection
117
Updating Your 5500'S Software
123
Section 3 Operation
125
5500 Front Panel
125
Introduction to Processing
127
Some Audio Processing Concepts
127
Distortion in Processing
128
Loudness and Distortion
128
OPTIMOD-FM - from Bach to Rock
128
Fundamental Requirements: High-Quality Source Material and Accurate Monitoring
129
About the 5500'S Signal Processing Features
130
Signal Flow
130
Stand-Alone Stereo Encoder Mode
133
ITU-R 412 Compliance
134
Two-Band Purist Processing
134
Input/Output Delay
135
Customizing the 5500'S Sound
135
Basic Modify
136
Full Modify
136
Advanced Modify
137
Gain Reduction Metering
137
To Create or Save a User Preset
138
About the Processing Structures
139
Factory Programming Presets
140
Equalizer Controls
146
Stereo Enhancer Controls
150
Agc Controls
151
Advanced AGC Controls
154
Clipper Controls
157
The Two-Band Structure
160
The Protection Presets
160
Setting up the Two-Band Structure for Classical Music
161
Customizing the Settings
162
The Two-Band Structure's Full and Advanced Setup Controls
162
Advanced Two-Band Controls
166
The Five-Band Structure
167
Putting the Five-Band Structure on the Air
168
Customizing the Settings
168
The Five-Band Structure's Full and Advanced Setup Controls
168
Advanced Multiband Controls
175
Itu-R Multiplex Power Controller
177
Multiplex Power Threshold
177
Audio Processing and the Multiplex Power Threshold Control
178
Multiplex Power Control in Stand-Alone Stereo Encoder Mode
178
Test Modes
179
Getting the Bass Sound You Want
180
Using the 5500 Pc Remote Control Software
182
To Set up a New Connection
183
To Initiate Communication
183
To Modify a Control Setting
184
To Recall a Preset
184
To Save a User Preset You Have Created
185
To Back up User Presets, System Files, and Automation Files Onto Your Computer's Hard Drive
185
To Restore Archived Presets, System Files, and Automation Files
186
To Modify INPUT /OUTPUT and SYSTEM SETUP
187
To Modify AUTOMATION
187
To Group Multiple 5500S
188
Operation Using the Keyboard
188
To Quit the Program
188
About Aliases Created by Optimod 5500 PC Remote Software
188
Multiple Installations of Optimod 5500 PC Remote
189
To Import Archived 8300, 8400, 8500 and 8600 Presets into Your 5500
190
Section 4 Maintenance
193
Routine Maintenance
193
Subassembly Removal and Replacement
194
Field Audit of Performance
198
Section 5 Troubleshooting
207
Problems and Potential Solutions
207
RFI, Hum, Clicks, or Buzzes
207
Unexpectedly Quiet On-Air Levels
207
Poor Peak Modulation Control
207
Unexpected Delay between the Program Feed and the On-Air Signal
208
Audible Distortion On-Air
208
Audible Noise on Air
209
Whistle on Air, Perhaps Only in Stereo Reception
210
Interference from Stereo into SCA
210
Shrill, Harsh Sound
211
Dull Sound
211
System will Not Pass Line-Up Tones at 100% Modulation
212
System will Not Pass Emergency Alert System ("EAS" USA Standard) Tones at the Legally Required Modulation Level
212
System Receiving 5500'S Digital Output will Not Lock
212
19 Khz Frequency Out-Of-Tolerance
212
L-R (Stereo Difference Channel) will Not Null with Monophonic Input
212
General Dissatisfaction with Subjective Sound Quality
212
Security Passcode Lost (When Unit Is Locked Out)
213
Connection Issues between the 5500 and a PC, Modem, or Network
213
Troubleshooting Connections
213
You Cannot Access the Internet after Making a Direct or Modem Connection to the 5500
214
Os-Specific Troubleshooting Advice
215
Troubleshooting Windows 2000 Direct Connect
215
Troubleshooting Windows 2000 Modem Connect
216
Troubleshooting Windows XP Direct Connect
217
Troubleshooting Windows XP Modem Connect
218
Troubleshooting IC Opamps
219
Technical Support
219
Factory Service
220
Shipping Instructions
220
Section 6 Technical Data
221
Specifications
221
Performance
221
Installation
222
Circuit Description
225
Overview
226
Control Circuits
226
User Control Interface and LCD Display Circuits
227
Input Circuits
228
Output Circuits
230
DSP Circuit
232
Power Supply
233
Abbreviations
233
Parts List
235
Obtaining Spare Parts
235
Control Board
236
Combined Input/Output and DSP (I/O+DSP) Board
238
Composite/Sca Daughterboard
242
Display Board (Front)
243
Display Board (Back)
243
Parts
243
Drawings
244
Orban OPTIMOD-FM 5500 Operating Manual (313 pages)
Digital Audio Processor
Brand:
Orban
| Category:
Computer Hardware
| Size: 61.29 MB
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