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Peavey MediaMatrix Nion User Manual

Peavey MediaMatrix Nion
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NION Hardware Manual
Version 1.6.4b.1
June 11, 2012

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Peavey MediaMatrix Nion Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeDigital Signal Processor
ProcessingDSP
Sample Rate48 kHz
I/ODante, CobraNet
Network InterfacesEthernet
Network ProtocolDante, CobraNet
ControlEthernet, RS-232
Control ProtocolTCP/IP
Form Factor1U rack-mountable
Operating Temperature0°C to 40°C

Summary

Chapter 1 About this guide

Scope

This guide explains how to physically install and configure a NION with basic settings.

Documentation conventions

Explains the symbols and formatting used to highlight information in the manual.

Manual set

Lists relevant user guides to consult for various tasks related to MediaMatrix products.

Software, firmware and manual versions

Details how manual versions relate to software/firmware versions for clarity.

Sending feedback

Provides contact information for submitting comments and suggestions about the manual.

Chapter 2 Safety Instructions and safety warnings

Safety Warnings

Provides crucial safety precautions for operating and installing the NION to prevent hazards.

Chapter 3 Before you start

Important network considerations

Highlights the criticality of network infrastructure design for product operation and performance.

Power outage and surge protection

Recommends using UPS and surge protection devices for power source reliability.

Thank You!

Expresses gratitude for purchasing the MediaMatrix product and confidence in its quality.

Warranty Registration

Encourages filling out the warranty card to aid customer support and product updates.

What's in the box?

Lists the standard items included in the NION series product packaging.

Chapter 4 Introduction to NION

Description

Introduces the NION as a programmable digital audio processing node for professional audio applications.

Features

Lists the key hardware and software features of the NION, including DSP, I/O, and connectivity.

Applications

Lists various venues and scenarios where the NION can be deployed for audio processing.

Cards

Details the different Nio series I/O cards available for expanding NION functionality.

Front Panel

Describes the components and functions of the NION's front panel interface.

Rear panel

Details the connectors and ports located on the rear of the NION unit.

Chapter 5 Setting up the NION

Introduction

Outlines basic requirements for configuring the NION to pass audio and be controlled.

Configuration

Explains how to configure NION parameters using the front panel or web interface.

Updating the firmware

Guides users on how to update the NION's firmware using NWare.

Using the front panel

Details how to specify a name and set the IP address using the NION's front panel interface.

Using the web interface

Guides users on configuring NION settings like IP address and time via the web browser.

Chapter 6 Using XDAB clusters with VLANs and CobraNet

Introduction

Discusses considerations and rules for using NIONs in XDAB clusters with CobraNet and VLANs.

Important concepts

Explains key concepts like XDAB clusters, audio clock domains, and network segmentation.

Use cases

Presents different network scenarios involving VLANs, XDAB, and CobraNet for practical examples.

Further examples

Provides worked examples illustrating clock synchronization and network configuration scenarios.

Appendix A Troubleshooting

Cannot access NION using IP address or IP address is unknown

Provides steps to connect via serial port to resolve IP access issues for the NION.

Front panel LED indicators

Explains the meaning of various LEDs on the NION's front panel for status indication.

Including debug messages in the log

Details how to enable and view debug messages in the NION log via the web interface.

HF2 errors

Explains HF2 errors as communication failures between NION and CobraNet CM-1 module.

Low voltage warning

Describes the low voltage warning and potential causes related to phantom power and card configuration.

NION locking up or rebooting spuriously

Guides on how to recover a NION that is locked up or rebooting unexpectedly.

Appendix B Connector ports

Audio connections

Details the balanced analog audio connection types and recommendations for NION and CAB products.

CAT 5 connections

Explains the CAT 5 cable standard, RJ-45 connectors, and wiring color schemes for Ethernet.

GPIO overview

Describes the General Purpose Input Output system and its configurable ports on NION and CAB devices.

Serial communications

Details the RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 serial ports and their protocols.

XDAB communications

Recommends connection configurations for multiple NIONs using XDAB ports.

Appendix C Technical specifications

Rear panel connections

Lists and describes the physical connectors found on the rear panel of the NION.

Digital audio performance

Details specifications for audio processing, processing units, sample rates, and storage.

AES card DIP switches

Illustrates DIP switch configurations for AES cards on the NION.

XDAB performance (NION n3, NION n6)

Provides technical specifications for XDAB performance on specific NION models.

CobraNet performance

Outlines the data format, protocol, and channel capacity for CobraNet performance.

GPIO

Details specifications for GPIO connections, input/output types, and relay contacts.

Mechanical specifications

Provides physical dimensions, chassis style, installation, and cooling specifications for the NION.

Appendix D Reference Information

Architect's and engineer's specifications

Provides detailed technical specifications for the NION audio processing node.

Technical Support

Offers resources and contact information for obtaining technical assistance with MediaMatrix products.

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