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D&R AIRENCE User Manual

D&R AIRENCE
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A I R E N C E - U S B M a n u a l P a g e 1
MANUAL
version 1.04

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D&R AIRENCE Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandD&R
ModelAIRENCE
CategoryMixer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Airenze Mixer Modules Overview

USB Module 1-4

Details the features of the USB input module.

Telco-1 and 2 Module

Describes the Telco input module for telephone line connections.

Master Section

Outlines the controls and functions of the master section.

Airenze Extender Unit

Explains the features of the extender unit for expanding inputs.

Backpanel Connectors Explained

Main Unit Backpanel

Details the rear panel connectors of the main mixer unit.

Extender Unit Backpanel

Describes the rear panel connectors of the extender unit.

Main Unit Input Module Functions

Gain Control

Explains how to adjust input signal levels.

Stereo Line/USB Input

Details the stereo line and USB input connections and settings.

Microphone Input

Describes the balanced XLR microphone input and its features.

Equalizer

Explains the three-band equalizer for tone control.

Sub and Program Routing

Describes routing signals to the Sub and Program buses.

Aux Send

Details the stereo Aux send for external effects.

Module Control Functions Detailed

Cue/Communication Buss

Explains the cue function for pre-fade listening and communication.

Fader Operation

Details the 100mm fader operation and fader start switch.

Input Connector Details

Input Connectors Overview

Lists the five connectors on each module.

Insert Function

Describes the stereo jack insert for signal processors.

Microphone Input Connector

Details the balanced female XLR microphone input.

USB Module Options and Access

Special Options for USB Modules

Discusses jumpers for configuring USB module settings.

How to Remove Mixer Bottom

Provides instructions for accessing internal components.

USB Module Jumper Settings

Phantom Power and Low Cut

Explains jumpers for phantom power and low cut filter.

Fader Gain and Aux Send

Details jumpers for fader gain and Aux send selection.

Start Pulse and Non-Stop

Describes jumpers for start pulse and non-stop source selection.

USB Output and Input Level

Explains jumpers for USB output selection and input level.

Mic On Control

Details the jumper for controlling the MIC ON signal.

Setting Up USB Modules

USB Module Configuration

Guides on setting output signal to the USB connector.

USB Level Trimmers

Explains how to adjust signal levels for PC output.

Telco Module Functions and Controls

Telephone Hybrid Explanation

Defines what a telephone hybrid is and its function.

Telco Send and Input Switch

Details the Telco send control and phone/line input switch.

R-Balance and C-Balance

Explains side tone attenuation adjustments.

Gain and Connect Button

Describes gain adjustment and the connect button for calls.

Talkback Function

Details the talkback button for communication.

Airenze Master Section Overview

Ledbar Meters

Describes the 11-segment LED bar meters.

Program Mono Switch

Explains how to convert stereo to mono output.

External Input

Details routing external audio sources.

Record Output

Explains the record output connections.

Aux Send and Cue

Describes master controls for Aux send and listening.

Aux Return and Sub Send

Details Aux return inputs and Sub send master control.

Master Section Specific Controls

Studio and Announcer Outputs

Explains Studio and Announcer output functions.

Control Room Monitor (CRM)

Details the CRM section for monitoring.

Mute by Mic Function

Explains the mute function activated by microphone.

Balance and Split Controls

Describes balance and split listening controls.

Master Section Additional Features

Talk Back Operation

Details the talk back circuit and its routing.

Master Faders

Explains the 100mm K-Alps master faders.

Phones Output

Details the headphone output and impedance recommendations.

Nonstop Function

Explains the non-stop on-air function.

Metering

Describes the software metering application and clock.

Master Backpanel Connectors Explained

Aux Send and CRM Send Outputs

Details RCA Cinch outputs for Aux Send and CRM.

Program Send and Aux Return

Explains Program Send outputs and Aux Return inputs.

External Inputs and Cue Send

Describes EXT inputs and RCA Cinch Cue outputs.

Studio and Record Out

Details Studio outputs and Record Out connections.

Sub Outputs

Explains the RCA Cinch Sub outputs.

System Connectivity and Power

Master Outputs

Describes the balanced male XLR master outputs.

Power Connector

Details the external 36V power supply connectors.

Sub-D Connector to Slave Units

Explains connecting extender units via Sub-D.

General Setup Routines

Module Setup Routines

Covers connection and initial setup for modules 1-4.

Input Channel Setup

Guides on setting up individual input channels.

USB Module Setup

Details connecting and setting up USB modules.

Telco Module Setup Procedure

Telco Module Setup

Step-by-step guide for setting up Telco modules.

Optimizing Telco Balance

Explains the procedure for adjusting R and C balance.

Extender Module Functions

Extender Module Inputs

Details the GAIN, STEREO LINE/LINE, and MIC inputs.

Equalizer and Sub/Prog Routing

Explains equalizer and routing functions for extender modules.

Aux Send and Cue

Describes Aux send and cue functions for extender modules.

Extender Channel Configuration

Insert and Microphone Inputs

Details insert and mic inputs for extender channels.

Extender Channel Jumper Settings

Covers jumper options for extender channels.

Control Section Introduction

Control Module Overview

Introduces the control section with switches and encoder.

Purpose of Control Module

Explains the benefit of using the control module.

USB Channel Controls and Communication

USB Channel Control Functions

Details controlling software via USB channels.

Communication Interface

Explains the USB HID protocol for PC communication.

Software Control Methodologies

Developer Integration

Method for software developers to integrate the protocol.

Virtual Keyboard Mapper

Using a mapper application for end-users.

Airenze Virtual Keyboard Mapper

Mapper Functionality

Explains how the mapper creates a virtual keyboard.

Control Signals Definition

Lists control signals from the mixer.

Configuration Editor and Mapping

Setting Up Configuration

Guides on using the configuration editor.

Source Select and Action

Details selecting sources and configuring actions.

Play Out Plug-ins

Plug-in Functionality

Explains plug-ins for software functions.

Creating a Plug-in

Guides on creating custom plug-in files.

Configuration Management

Configuration Viewer

Overview of current configuration.

Connecting and Saving Configurations

Covers connecting to mixer and saving presets.

HID Control Protocol Details

Protocol Introduction

Overview of the HID protocol for communication.

Message Format and Commands

Details message structure and command bytes.

HID Messages

Write Messages

Explains messages for sending commands to the mixer.

Request Messages

Describes messages for reading data from the mixer.

Troubleshooting USB Bandwidth Issues

'USB Controller Bandwidth Exceeded' Error

Addresses the specific Windows 7 error.

USB System Background

USB System Architecture

Explains the components of a USB system.

USB Host and Devices

Defines USB host and device roles.

Airenze USB System Architecture

System Components

Lists the USB components within the Airence mixer.

Bandwidth Analysis

Analyzes potential USB bandwidth issues.

Solving USB Bandwidth Overload

Exclusive Root Hub Connection

Solution for bandwidth issues by exclusive connection.

Technical Specifications

Input and Output Specifications

Details electrical and connection specifications for inputs/outputs.

USB and Telephone Hybrid Specs

Lists specifications for USB and Telco interfaces.

Overall and Software Specs

Covers frequency response, distortion, and software protocol.

Firmware Update Procedure

Introduction to Firmware Updates

Explains the need for firmware updates.

Bootloader Mode Entry

Details how to enter bootloader mode.

Installation of Updatetool

Guides on installing the firmware update software.

USB Bootloader Drivers

Identifying Unknown Device

How to identify the device in bootloader mode.

Installing Bootloader Drivers

Steps for installing necessary drivers.

Firmware Flashing Process

Preparation for Firmware Update

Precautions before updating firmware.

Flashing Firmware into Device

Steps for updating the mixer's firmware.

Firmware Update Troubleshooting

Firmware Update Failure

Addresses common firmware update errors.

Java Virtual Machine (JVM) Error

Troubleshoots JVM errors during update.

Compliance and Safety Information

Electromagnetic Compatibility

States compliance with EMC standards.

Declaration of Conformity

Provides product conformity declarations.

Product Safety and Cautions

Outlines safety precautions and warnings.