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Tieline i-Mix G3 TLM 600 User Manual

Tieline i-Mix G3 TLM 600
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TLM 600 Integrated Mixer-CODEC
Main Operation Manual
i-Mix G3 Reference Manual Version 11.0
Software Version: Tieline Toolbox V.4.13.20 RPTP version 99
Firmware Version: 1.6.00; RPTP version 99
October, 2007

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Tieline i-Mix G3 TLM 600 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandTieline
Modeli-Mix G3 TLM 600
CategoryMusic Mixer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Section 1. Safety Notices and Warnings

Section 2. Manual Conventions

2.1. Controls

Describes the formatting for buttons, switches, and rotary controls.

2.4. Menu Navigation

Explains conventions for describing menu item navigation and settings.

2.5. ToolBox Software

Details how references to ToolBox software are presented, including font and color conventions.

Section 4. Introduction to Tieline Codecs

4.3. Features of the i-Mix G3

Detailed list of features specific to the Tieline i-Mix G3 codec.

4.5. Compatibility across the G3 Range of Codecs

Discusses compatibility between different Tieline G3 codecs and previous versions.

Section 5. Codec Controls and Connections

Section 7. Quick Start: Connecting Quickly Using Manual Default Profiles

7.1. Step 1: Set Audio Configuration Settings

Guides users through setting up audio configurations, including input gains and phantom power.

7.2. Step 2: Select a Profile

Explains how to select a profile to suit broadcast requirements from default or custom options.

7.5. 10 Simple Steps to Connect Tieline Codecs

A step-by-step guide for connecting Tieline codecs, covering power, lines, and profile selection.

7.8. Configuring Remote Control

Provides an example for configuring remote control, showing how one channel controls another.

Section 8. POTS Operation and Usage Tips: How it works

8.2. Modem Negotiation and Line Quality for POTS Mode

Explains how i-Mix G3 and COMMANDER G3 codecs establish links and negotiate data rates.

8.3. POTS Operation Precautions

Lists essential precautions to ensure only the codec uses the POTS line, avoiding interference sources.

Section 9. ISDN

9.2. What ISDN module do I need?

Explains the two available ISDN modules and their requirements based on NT-1 device connection.

9.4. Connecting over ISDN

Provides necessary tools and information for making successful ISDN calls on Tieline codecs.

Section 10. GSM

10.3. What do I need for GSM?

Details the requirements for using GSM mode, including plug-in modules and cell-phones.

10.5. Configuring GSM Connections Using a GSM Module

Guides on configuring GSM connections via the codec's GSM module using the menu wizard.

Section 11. 3GIP

Section 12. Satellite

12.1. Broadband Global Area Network (BGAN)

Describes BGAN as a global high-speed mobile satellite data network for remote broadcasting.

Section 13. X.21

13.1. How Do X.21 Modules Connect to the Network?

Explains that X.21 modules use a D-15 connector to connect to leased line networks.

13.3. Connecting Via X.21

Guides users on installing the X.21 module and connecting via X.21.

Section 14. IP Streaming Configurations

Section 15. Operation of Your Codec: Codec LCD Displays and Dialing Connections

15.1. Getting Started: Operating the Menu Selector (MS)

Explains how to use the Menu Selector for navigating codec menus and settings.

15.3. Adjusting Input Levels

Guides on adjusting audio levels of codec inputs locally via front panel knobs or menu selections.

15.10. Loading Profiles

Guides on ensuring the correct profile is loaded and how to change it via the Profile menu.

15.13. Manual ISDN Connections

Provides steps for making manual ISDN connections after loading the ISDN profile.

15.14. Manual GSM Connections

Guides on making manual GSM connections after loading the GSM profile.

15.18. The Connections Manager (CXNS)

Explains how Connection Manager automates making connections with Tieline codecs.

15.21. Menu: Submenu Details

Provides a detailed breakdown of submenu categories, options, and descriptions.

Section 16. Data Transfer & Using 3rd Party Devices

16.7. How Tieline Codec Session Data Works

Details how session data operates over connection bandwidth and is sent bidirectionally.

16.7.3. Enabling and Disabling Session Data

Guides on enabling/disabling session data via codec menus or ToolBox software.

Section 17. Relay and Control Port Operation

17.1. External Relay Box

Describes how each codec profile includes a Remote Control Channel for external devices like relay boxes.

Section 18. ToolBox Operation

18.1. ToolBox Software Downloads

Provides information on downloading free updates of ToolBox software from the Tieline website.

18.3. Connecting Your Codec to a PC

Explains how to connect a codec to a PC via serial, USB, or LAN cable.

18.4. Configuring ToolBox and Your Codec to Work Together

Details the steps to configure ToolBox and the codec for successful communication.

18.10. Updating Firmware

Explains the procedure for updating codec firmware and matching ToolBox software versions.

Section 19. Configuration File System

19.1. The Relationship between Configuration Files, Profiles and Matrices

Explains how configuration files, profiles, and matrices work together to configure codecs.

19.3. Set, Get, Save and Open Functions of Configuration Files

Details the functions for managing configuration files via the ToolBox software's drop-down menu.

Section 20. Matrix Editor

20.2. How do I use Matrices in the Codec?

Explains the process of creating, saving, and loading audio routing matrices using the Matrix Editor.

20.5. Matrices –Where Do I Start?

Outlines the three-stage process for setting up matrices: cross-point connections, mapping, and viewing.

20.8. The Default Matrices: How to use them.

Explains the purpose and usage of the approximately 30 preset default matrices in the Matrix Editor.

Section 21. Profile Editor

21.1. User Profiles

Explains the profile system for configuring codecs, including up to 98 user profiles.

21.2. Set Factory Defaults

Describes how to set profile settings on the codec back to factory defaults.

21.3. Manual Default Profiles: Overview

Introduces several pre-programmed manual default profiles that suit typical requirements.

21.4. Selecting Manual Default Profiles

Guides users on selecting a manual default profile from the User profiles drop-down menu.

21.7. Manual Default Presets

Allows adjustment of tab settings for manual default profiles, becoming standard for all such profiles.

21.8. Manual Default Mono Program

Details the program matrix settings for mono program signals, used also for ManDflt Mono/IFB.

21.10. Manual Default Stereo

Explains the matrix settings for stereo program signals, with connection notes for POTS lines.

21.13. Creating a New Profile

Guides on creating new profiles using ToolBox software by naming and saving them.

21.14. Properties

Explains profile settings that determine which settings are applied to the codec within a custom profile.

21.16. Copy and Paste Functions

Explains how to copy and paste settings between profiles using ToolBox software.

21.18. Renaming a Profile

Explains the simple process of renaming a profile.

Section 22. Connection Setup

22.1. The Connection Manager

Describes the Connection Manager that automates making connections between Tieline codecs.

22.3. Bonding: An Overview

Introduces bonded POTS or ISDN connections, enabling seamless stereo broadcast capabilities.

22.5. ISDN 3B and 4B Bonding (Commander Codecs Only)

Details ISDN bonding capabilities in COMMANDER G3 codecs for 256 kbps connections.

22.8. Coding and Algorithms

Discusses how coding works and the algorithms available within Tieline codecs for audio.

22.10. Tieline Algorithms Available

Lists available Tieline algorithms and provides a reference guide for selecting the best algorithm.

22.13. Ports and Codec channels: An Overview

Explains the use of Ports and Codec channels depending on setup and profile.

22.15. Automatic Redial

Explains how the codec automatically redials until a link is re-established if a connection is lost.

22.16. Failover Profile in Detail

Details the optional failover solution for creating backup program feeds and managing connections.

22.18. A Typical Connection Setup Procedure

Provides a typical setup procedure for the Connection Setup menu, covering various connection parameters.

Section 23. POTS Tab

23.1. POTS and POTS G3 Module Differences

Highlights differences between original POTS and new POTS G3 modules and their connection bit rates.

23.2. Select POTS Interface

Allows selection between two POTS connections and configuration of their settings.

23.4. Auto Renegotiate: Overview

Explains modem stabilization and renegotiation based on line quality, with notes on Quick Negotiation.

23.5. Modem Max Bit-rate

Sets the maximum bit rate the codec attempts to connect at, which can be reduced for reliability.

23.12. Leased Line

Notes requirements for leased 2-wire lines and the need for manual answer in leased line mode.

23.13. Auto Answer

Allows enabling or disabling automatic answering of incoming calls and setting the number of rings.

Section 25. ISDN Tab

25.1. Select ISDN Interface

Allows selection of the ISDN module being configured and amending settings.

25.2. ISDN Network Type

Selects the Network type corresponding to the region where the codec is used.

25.6. SPID1, SPID2 (Service Profile ID)

Details entering Service Profile ID numbers from the phone company for North American users.

25.8. Auto answer

Enables automatic answering of incoming ISDN calls or requires manual answering.

Section 27. X.21Tab

27.1. Select X.21 Interface

Allows selection of the X.21 module in a codec for configuration.

27.6. X.21 Call Control Type

Configures connection using X.21 in C Signaling or Permanent Link modes.

Section 28. Inputs Tab

28.1. Input Gains

Explains handling of input levels from -72 dB to +21 dBu and available gain settings.

28.5. Intelligent Gain Control

Describes the IGC system for controlling levels, enabling announcers to focus on program content.

28.7. Phone Input: Operation of the I-Mix G3 Phone Coupler

Details the operation of the i-Mix G3 telephone coupler system for communications.

28.9. Local and Remote Codec Level Adjustment with ToolBox Software

Guides on adjusting input levels of local and remote codecs using ToolBox software.

Section 29. Remote Control Tab

29.2. Remote Control of Input Gains

Details configuring codecs to control input levels and channel on/off functions remotely.

29.4. Configuring the Remote (Slave) Codec to be Controlled

Guides on enabling the remote codec to receive messages and be controlled by the local codec or ToolBox.

29.5. Configuring the Local (Master) Codec to Control the Remote Codec

Explains how the master codec configures remote input settings via the Control menu.

Section 30. Outputs Tab

30.1. PPM Displays

Allows setting PPM displays to show input levels or output levels, with remote audio channels selectable.

30.2. PA Controls

Explains the PA Controls feature on i-Mix G3 codecs and its implications on codec functionality.

30.3. Automatic Gain Control

States that automatic gain control (AGC) is enabled by default on codec outputs and is independent of IGC.

Section 31. Functions Tab

31.1. Creating a New User Function

Guides on creating new User Functions by defining Activation and Task Rules.

31.2. Activation Rule

Explains the cause-and-effect relationship of User Functions, defining what initiates them.

31.4. Task Rule

Specifies the effect of an Activation Rule, defining how a User Function is executed.

31.5. Preset User Functions

Lists preset User Functions programmed into Tieline codecs and explains their functions.

Section 32. Matrix Map

32.1. Matrix Management – A Three Step Process

Outlines the three steps for matrix management: setting cross-points, mapping, and viewing.

32.2. Matrix Mapping – An Overview

Explains routing matrices within Configuration Files and matrix mapping for assigning matrices to routing functions.

32.3. ‘Mapping’ Matrices for Codec Functions

Guides on assigning particular matrices to routing functions using the Matrix Map menu.

32.8. The Default Matrices: How to use them.

Explains the purpose and usage of the approximately 30 preset default matrices in the Matrix Editor.

Section 33. View Matrix

33.1. View Matrix Menu

Allows users to view overall routing for assigned matrices and check mute, cue, intercom, and talkback routing.

Section 34. Unit Options

34.1. Country Selection

Sets country-specific telephone settings, like ring cadence, from a list of countries.

34.3. Auto reconnect

Explains how the codec automatically redials a lost connection until it is re-established.

Section 35. Global Unit Settings

35.1. Unit Lock

Enables password security to lock the codec front panel, preventing unauthorized changes.

35.3. Powerup Profile

Sets the profile that will be loaded into the codec when it is initially powered up.

35.5. Serial Port Mode

Allows setting the mode for the RS232 serial port, including ToolBox, GSM, and Data modes.

Section 36. Phonebook Editor

36.3. How Does Speed Dialing Work?

Explains how speed dialing works by dialing phonebook entries or changing profiles simultaneously.

36.5. Storing the Phonebook

Explains how the phonebook is stored in EE memory and can be backed up onto a PC.

Section 37. Troubleshooting Tips

37.1. POTS Troubleshooting

Offers troubleshooting tips for POTS connections, including checking line type and using ADSL/DSL filters.

37.2. ISDN Troubleshooting

Provides a checklist for troubleshooting ISDN setup issues, verifying information from the phone company.

37.3. GSM Troubleshooting

Offers troubleshooting tips for GSM connections, including antenna connection and checking data numbers.

Section 38. Glossary

Section 39. Portable Powering Solutions

39.1. Tieline Battery Module

Describes the Tieline battery module as an ideal wireless powering solution for remote locations.

Appendix 1. Connector Wiring

Appendix 1.1. Interconnection of RCA and XLR Connectors

Discusses pin-joining scenarios for unbalanced installations of RCA and XLR connectors.

Appendix 1.4. D9 (RS 232) Data and Interface Connectors

Provides pin configurations for D9 data and interface connectors.

Appendix 1.6. X.21 Connections

Details the physical interface and common pin configuration for Tieline X.21 plug-in modules.

Appendix 2. Software License

Appendix 3. Warranty

Appendix 4. Compliances

Appendix 4.1. FCC Part 15

Details compliance with FCC Part 15 rules for digital devices and potential radio frequency interference.

Appendix 4.2. FCC Part 68

Provides FCC registration number, Ringer Equivalence Number, and USOC Jacks information.

Appendix 5. Codec Specifications

Appendix 6. Credit Notices