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Orban OPTIMOD-FM 8600Si Operating Manual (356 pages)
Digital Audio Processor
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Orban
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Computer Hardware
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
8
Index
16
Section 1 Introduction
27
About this Manual
27
The OPTIMOD-FM 8600Si Digital Audio Processor
27
User-Friendly Interface
28
Absolute Control of Peak Modulation
29
Flexible Configuration
30
Adaptability through Multiple Audio Processing Structures
32
Controllable
32
Presets in Optimod-Fm
33
Factory Presets
33
User Presets
34
Input/Output Configuration
34
Digital AES3 Left/Right Input/Output
35
Analog Left/Right Input/Output
36
Stereo Analog Baseband Composite Output
36
Subcarriers
36
Remote Control Interface
37
Computer Interface
38
RS-232 Serial Port
38
RJ45 Ethernet Connector
38
Wordclock/10 Mhz Sync Reference Input
38
Location of Optimod-Fm
39
Optimal Control of Peak Modulation Levels
39
Best Location for OPTIMOD-FM
40
If the Transmitter Is Not Accessible
40
If the Transmitter Is Accessible
41
Transmission from Studio to Transmitter
42
Digital Links
42
Composite Baseband Microwave Stls
44
Dual Microwave Stls
44
Analog Landline (Ptt/Post Office Line)
45
STL and Exciter Overshoot
45
Using Lossy Data Reduction in the Studio
46
About Transmission Levels and Metering
46
Meters
46
Studio Line-Up Levels and Headroom
47
Transmission Levels
48
Line-Up Facilities
48
Metering of Levels and Subjective Loudness
48
Composite Output Level
48
BS.1770-3 Loudness Level
49
Built-In Calibrated Line-Up Tones
50
Built-In Calibrated Bypass Test Mode
50
Monitoring on Loudspeakers and Headphones
51
Low-Delay Monitoring
53
Eas Test
53
Pc Control and Security Passcode
54
Warranty, User Feedback
55
User Feedback
55
Limited Warranty
55
International Warranty
55
Section 2 Installation
57
Installing the 8600Si
57
8600Si Rear Panel
60
Input and Output Connections
61
Cable
61
Connectors
62
Analog Audio Input
62
Analog Audio Output
62
AES3 Digital Input and Output
63
Connecting a Ratings Encoder
64
Composite Output and Subcarrier Input
64
Wordclock/10 Mhz Sync Reference
66
Aes3Id Ratings Encoder Input
67
Grounding
67
Power Ground
68
Circuit Ground
68
Studio Level Controller Installation (Optional)
68
If You Are Using Orban 8200ST External AGC
68
Quick Setup
71
Analog and Digital I/O Setup
82
Automation Using the 8600Si's Internal Clock
95
Security and Passcode Programming
97
To Create a Passcode
98
To Edit a Passcode
99
To Delete a Passcode
99
To Lock the Front Panel Immediately
99
To Program Local Lockout
99
To Unlock the Front Panel
100
Dial-Up Networking and the Passcode
100
If You Have Forgotten Your Passcode
100
Remote Control Interface Programming
101
Networking and Remote Control
103
Connecting to the 8600'S Ethernet Port or Serial Port Via a Terminal Program on a PC
105
Direct Control Using Putty
106
Automated Control Using Putty/Plink
107
Automated Control Using Netcat
108
Administrative Operations Available Via Serial Port / Ethernet
108
Synchronizing Optimod to a Network Time Server
113
Installing 8600S Ipc Remote Control Software
116
Installing the Necessary Windows Services
116
Check Hardware Requirements
116
Running the Orban Installer Program
117
Setting up Ethernet, LAN, and VPN Connections
118
Conclusion
118
Appendix: Setting up Serial Communications
119
Preparing for Communication through Null Modem Cable
119
Connecting Using Windows 2000 Direct Serial Connection
119
Connecting Using Windows XP Direct Serial Connection
124
Connecting Using Windows 7 Direct Serial Connection
129
Preparing for Communication through Modems
139
Connecting Using Windows 2000 Modem Connection
139
Connecting Using Windows XP Modem Connection
145
Updating Your 8600Si's Software
150
Snmp Support
152
SNMP Network Setup
152
SNMP Mib File
152
SNMP Default Settings
152
SNMP Features
153
Rds/Rbds Generator
155
Using System I/O
155
Using Processing Presets
157
Emergency Alert System (EAS) Macros
158
Using the Terminal Server
158
Using Telnet to Control the Terminal Server
158
Security
160
RDS Terminal Commands
160
Alternative Frequency Channel Numbers
163
Program Type (PTY)
164
Sca/Subcarrier Phase Relationship
165
References
166
Section 3 Operation
167
8600Si Front Panel
167
Introduction to Processing
170
Some Audio Processing Concepts
170
Distortion in Processing
171
Loudness and Distortion
171
OPTIMOD-FM-From Bach to Rock
171
Fundamental Requirements: High-Quality Source Material and Accurate Monitoring
172
About the 8600Si's Signal Processing Features
173
Dual-Mono Architecture
173
Signal Flow
173
ITU-R 412 Compliance for Analog FM Broadcasts
179
Two-Band Purist Processing
179
Digital Radio Processing
180
BS.1770 Compliance for Digital Radio
181
Input/Output Delay
181
Customizing the 8600Si's Sound
182
Basic Modify
182
Advanced Modify
183
Gain Reduction Metering
183
To Create or Save a User Preset
184
About the Processing Structures
185
Factory Programming Presets
186
Equalizer Controls
195
Stereo Enhancer Controls
201
Agc Controls
202
Peak Limiter Controls
208
Peak Limiter Controls Common to 8500-Style and MX Presets
208
8500-Style Peak Limiter Controls
212
Varied from 0.0 (Hard) to 10.0 (Soft)
214
Advanced 8500-Style Peak Limiter Controls
214
8600Si MX Technology Peak Limiter Controls
215
The Two-Band Structure
218
The Protection Presets
218
Setting up the Two-Band Structure for Classical Music
219
Customizing the Settings
220
The Two-Band Structure's Setup Controls
220
The Five-Band Structure
224
Putting the Five-Band Structure on the Air
225
Customizing the Settings
225
The Five-Band Structure's Full and Advanced Setup Controls
226
To Override the Speech/Music Detector
237
About the 8600Si's HD / Digital Radio Processing
237
Delay Difference between HD and FM Outputs
239
HD I/O Setup Controls
240
Input/Output > HD Digital Radio Screen
240
Digital Output
242
Unique HD Audio Controls
244
Itu-R Multiplex Power Controller
246
MPX Power Meter
247
Multiplex Power Threshold
247
Audio Processing and the Multiplex Power Threshold Control
249
About the Multiplex Power Controller's Time Constants
249
Test Modes
251
Getting the Bass Sound You Want
252
Bass Punch in the MX Presets
254
Summary
254
Using the 8600S Ipc Remote Control Software
256
To Set up a New Connection
256
To Initiate Communication
257
To Modify a Control Setting
258
To Recall a Preset
258
To Save a User Preset You Have Created
258
To Back up User Presets, System Files, and Automation Files Onto Your Computer's Hard Drive
259
To Restore Archived Presets, System Files, and Automation Files
259
To Modify INPUT /OUTPUT and SYSTEM SETUP
261
To Modify AUTOMATION
261
To Group Multiple 8600Si Units
262
Operation Using the Keyboard
262
To Quit the Program
262
About Aliases Created by Optimod 8600Si PC Remote Software
262
Multiple Installations of Optimod 8600Si PC Remote
263
White Paper: Measuring the Improvements in Optimod-FM 8600 and 8600Si "MX" FM Peak Limiting Technology
265
Introduction
265
Measurements
271
Section 4 Maintenance
273
Routine Maintenance
273
Subassembly Removal and Replacement
274
Field Audit of Performance
278
Section 5 Troubleshooting
287
Problems and Potential Solutions
287
RFI, Hum, Clicks, or Buzzes
287
Unexpectedly Quiet On-Air Levels
287
Poor Peak Modulation Control
287
Unexpected Delay between the Program Feed and the On-Air Signal
288
Audible Distortion On-Air
288
Audible Noise on Air
289
Whistle on Air, Perhaps Only in Stereo Reception
290
Interference from Stereo into SCA
290
Shrill, Harsh Sound
291
Dull Sound
291
System will Not Pass Line-Up Tones at 100% Modulation
291
System will Not Pass Emergency Alert System ("EAS" USA Standard) Tones at the Legally Required Modulation Level
292
System Receiving 8600Si's Digital Output will Not Lock
292
You See a "Communications Board Error" Message
292
19 Khz Frequency Out-Of-Tolerance
292
L-R (Stereo Difference Channel) will Not Null with Monophonic Input
292
Audio Mute Occurs When Switching between UL and Non-UL Presets
292
Talent Complains about Delay in Their Headphones
292
HD Output Sounds too Bright
292
Harsh Sibilance ("Ess" Sounds) in the HD Channel
293
HD and FM Levels Do Not Match When the Receiver Crossfades
293
Loudness Is Unexpectedly Low from the Analog FM Processing Chain
293
Digital Radio Loudness Cannot be Set Using the Digital Output 100% Peak Level Control
293
Loudness Drops Momentarily During HD Radio Analog/Digital Crossfades
293
BS.1770 Safety Limiter Produces too Much Gain Reduction
293
HD Frequency Response Is Limited to 15 Khz
293
General Dissatisfaction with Subjective Sound Quality
293
Security Passcode Lost (When Unit Is Locked Out)
294
Connection Issues between the 8600Si and a PC, Modem, or Network
294
Troubleshooting Connections
295
You Cannot Access the Internet after Making a Direct or Modem Connection to the 8600Si
295
Os-Specific Troubleshooting Advice
296
Troubleshooting Windows 2000 Direct Connect
296
Troubleshooting Windows 2000 Modem Connect
297
Troubleshooting Windows XP Direct Connect
298
Troubleshooting Windows XP Modem Connect
299
Troubleshooting IC Opamps
300
Technical Support
301
Factory Service
301
Shipping Instructions
301
Section 6 Technical Data
303
Specifications
303
Performance
303
Installation
304
Circuit Description
308
Overview
308
Control Circuits
309
User Control Interface and LCD Display Circuits
309
Input Circuits
311
Output Circuits
313
DSP Circuit
315
Power Supply
315
Abbreviations
316
Parts List
318
Obtaining Spare Parts
318
Control Board
318
Combined Input/Output and DSP (I/O+DSP) Board
320
Composite/Sca Daughterboard
325
Display Board
325
Parts
325
Drawings
326
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