RT Remote Translator and. WMC, IR-T, & RIK Controls

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1 TM RT Remote Translator and WMC, IR-T, & RIK Controls Operation Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Connections RS- Remote Controls Application Warranty CE Documents Safety Information pg. pg. pg. pg. pg. INTRODUCTION The RT Remote Translator allows remote control of BIAMP programmable products, such as VRAM, MSPe, & SPM, via standard wall-mount & infrared controls, including WMC, IR-T, & RIK. The RT converts control button data into RS- characters, which can be programmed on a per product basis. Therefore, controls can be customized to control a variety of level, muting, source selection, & recall preset functions within a system having multiple BIAMP products. The RT carries a five-year warranty. RT features include: RS- serial & link ports for communication with products remote ports accept any combination of standard controls supports Biamp standard controls (WMC, IR-T, & RIK) WMC - -gang wall-mount control panel ( buttons) RIK - circuit board for custom-built panels (up to 0 buttons) IR-T - hand-held infrared transmitter control ( buttons) individual product software assigns functions to push-buttons power & data LED indicators for easy trouble-shooting back panel key-holes provided for convenient mounting covered by Biamp Systems five-year warranty incorporates AES recommended grounding practices marked and UL / C-UL listed power source

2 CONNECTIONS V ~ 0/0 Hz RCU gnd IR IR gnd IR IR watts class wiring power data link port remote remote AC Power Cord: The power transformer provides Volts AC to the RT, and is detachable via a -pin DIN connector. The RT has two internal self-resetting fuses (there are no user serviceable parts inside the unit). If the internal fuses blow, they will attempt to re-set after a short period. However, this may be an indication that the RT requires service. Serial Port: This -pin Sub-D (male) connector provides an RS- Serial Port for added control of the associated system products via software or third-party controllers (see RS- on pg. ). The Serial Port has the following pin assignments (left-to-right & top-to-bottom): Pin ) not used; Pin ) Receive Data (RxD) ; Pin ) Transmit Data (TxD) output; Pin ) Data Terminal Ready (DTR) output; Pin ) Ground; Pin ) not used; Pin ) Request To Send (RTS) output; Pin ) not used; Pin ) not used. NOTE: Typically, nothing is connected at the RT Serial Port, unless software or a third-party controller is also being used for system control (in addition to the infrared & wall-mount pushbutton remote controls). Link Port: This -pin Sub-D (female) connector provides a Link Port for RS- control from the RT to other BIAMP programmable products (see RS- on pg. ). The Link Port of one device simply connects to the Serial Port of the next device (and so forth). A Serial Link Cable is included with the RT for this purpose. The Link Port has the following pin assignments (right-to-left & top-tobottom): Pin ) not used; Pin ) Transmit Data (TxD) output; Pin ) Receive Data (RxD) ; Pin ) not used; Pin ) Ground; Pin ) not used; Pin ) not used; Pin ) not used; Pin ) not used. NOTE: The Link Port transmits 'equivalent ASCII characters' which correspond to the 'button' commands received via Remote &, and will also echo RS- commands received at the Serial Port (from computers or third-party controllers. Power Indicator: When the power transformer is plugged in, and AC power is applied to the RCU, the Power indicator remains lit. Data Indicator: Whenever the RT receives remote control button commands at Remote or Remote, the Data Indicator will flash. Remote & : These two plug-in barrier strips accept 'button' commands from optional remote controls (see Remote Controls on pg. ). Remote Controls may be infrared, wall-mount, or custom panels, and may be wired up to 000 feet away from the RT. The RT converts the remote control 'button' commands into corresponding RS- 'equivalent ASCII characters'. The function of these 'equivalent ASCII characters' is then programmed on a per product basis, by means of the Button Definition screen found in the software program for each product to be controlled. Key-Holes: Two key-holes are provided on the rear panel of the RT, for convenient mounting (see diagram below).. inches RT rear panel key-hole mounting

3 RS- The RT has an RS- Serial Port, which allows it to pass RS- commands from computers or third-party controllers, and a Link Port, which allows the RT itself to transmit 'equivalent ASCII characters', to BIAMP programmable products (see Connections on pg. ). Control Button Emulation: Control Button Emulation is the process by which the RT converts infrared or wall-mount control 'button' commands (received at Remote or Remote ) into RS- 'equivalent ASCII characters' (transmitted at the RS- Link Port). From the factory, remote control buttons on BIAMP programmable products have equivalent ASCII characters permanently assigned to them (see table below). Therefore, actions can be assigned to remote control buttons during the programming of these products. Using this method, the RT can output (to the other products) ASCII characters which are equivalent to the commands generated by remote control buttons. For more information, see the manual or BiampWin software program (Button Definition screen) for the products to be controlled. Each control button on an infrared transmitter or wall-mount control panel corresponds to one character in the standard ASCII character set. The character equivalents are summarized in the following table. This table includes all forty possible buttons, their button numbers, and their 'equivalent ASCII characters'. Their button definitions are then defined during programming of the product to be controlled. button 0 B programmable by product button P programmable by product button ^ programmable by product button 0 C programmable by product button Q programmable by product button 0 _ programmable by product button 0 D programmable by product button R programmable by product button ' programmable by product button 0 E programmable by product button S programmable by product button b programmable by product button 0 F programmable by product button T programmable by product button c programmable by product button 0 G programmable by product button 0 U programmable by product button d programmable by product button 0 H programmable by product button V programmable by product button e programmable by product button 0 I programmable by product button W programmable by product button f programmable by product button 0 J programmable by product button X programmable by product button g programmable by product button 0 K programmable by product button Y programmable by product button h programmable by product button L programmable by product button Z programmable by product button i programmable by product button M programmable by product button [ programmable by product button 0 j programmable by product button N programmable by product button \ programmable by product button O programmable by product button ] programmable by product Baud Rate Jumper: To communicate properly with all products in the system, a common RS- baud rate must be used. The RT is shipped from the factory with a default baud rate of,00. This baud rate corresponds with the current default baud rate of the most commonly associated Biamp programmable products. However, in some cases the RT baud rate may need to be changed to match that of other devices being used in the system. The RT has an internal jumper strap that allows an optional baud rate of either 00 or,00 to be selected. To select an optional baud rate: ) Remove power from the RT. ) Remove the RT cover. ) Lift the jumper strap from the currently selected baud rate pins (see diagram below). ) Replace it on the pins provided for the desired baud rate. ) Replace the RT cover. ) Connect power to the RT. NOTE: Power to the RT must be turned off during this modification, not only as a safety precaution, but also because Baud Rate changes will not take affect until power has been cycled. RT pcb baud rate jumper positions

4 RS- CONTROL Serial Port: The -pin Sub-D (male) connector provides the RS- compatible serial interface signals used for computer (or third-party) control of the system. The RT Serial Port transmits serial data on pin (TxD), receives serial data on pin (RxD), and provides a ground on Pin. The Data Terminal Ready (DTR) & Request To Send (RTS) output signals are connected to the + Volt power supply (through a resistor) and are always asserted when the RT power is on. NOTE: Typically, nothing is connected at the RT Serial Port, unless software or a third-party controller is also being used for system control (in addition to the infrared & wall-mount push-button remote controls). pin # = not used pin # = Receive Data (RxD) pin # = Transmit Data (TxD) output pin # = Data Terminal Ready (DTR) output pin # = ground pin # = not used pin # = Request To Send (RTS) output pin # = not used pin # = not used The RT only requires receive data (pin ), transmit data (pin ), and signal ground (pin ) to be connected for successful data communications (see cable diagram below). However, the PC may require that signals be present on the data set ready, clear to send, or carrier detect s, as well as the receive data, transmit data, and signal ground pins. Success or failure depends entirely on the actual computer hardware and software being used. When trying to solve an interfacing problem, the most important thing to remember is that an output of one device should connect to one or more s of the other device, and that two outputs should never be connected together. Also, keep in mind that the RS- specification calls for the cable length to be no greater than 0 feet (although it is not unusual to be able to operate over distances of 0 to 0 feet), and the connectors must be of the appropriate gender (male or female) to mate properly. For best results, a shielded cable should be used, with the shield connected to chassis ground. Undesirable ground loops may occur when the RT is connected to a PC (if the system grounding is not carefully designed). For best performance, the PC ground and the chassis ground of the RT should be at the same potential, and the PC should get AC power from the same source as the RT (and any other audio equipment which is connected to the RT). Since most lap-top computers are isolated from earth ground, this should rarely pose a problem. Serial Port Data Communications Parameters: The RT communicates through the Serial Port at the factory selected rate of,00 bits per second, with data bits, stop bit, and no parity. The RT utilizes a subset of the standard -bit ASCII character set. The eighth data bit of each character (the most significant bit) should always be 0. The computer should not echo the characters it receives. The computer should not be set for either hardware (DTR) or software (XON/XOFF) flow control. The baud rate may be changed to either 00 or,000 bits per second by means of an internal jumper (see Baud Rate Jumper on previous page). Link Port Connections: The -pin Sub-D (female) connector provides the RS- compatible serial interface signals used for RT control of BIAMP programmable products within a system. The Link Port of one device simply connects to the Serial Port of the next device, and so forth (see diagram below). NOTE: The Link Port transmits 'equivalent ASCII characters' which correspond to the 'button' commands received via Remote &, and will also echo RS- commands received at the Serial Port (from software or a third-party controller). link port pin # = not used pin # = Transmit Data (TxD) output pin # = Receive Data (RxD) pin # = not used pin # = ground pin # = not used pin # = not used pin # = not used pin # = not used PC CD RxD TxD DTR gnd DSR RTS CTS RI male female Serial Cable (shield) female male RT RxD TxD DTR gnd RTS RT TxD RxD gnd DSR CTS female link port male Link Cable (shield) female male unit RxD TxD DTR gnd RTS

5 CONTROLS Wall-Mount Panel (WMC) Biamp # : The WMC is a "hard-wired" control, which receives power from the RT. There are no batteries to wear out, and it is not easily lost or stolen. The WMC may be wired up to 000 feet from the RT, using -conductor shielded cable (not included). See WMC manual for complete installation instructions. The three screw terminals on the circuit board ("GND", "IR", & "IR") directly correspond to the Remote & terminals on the front panel of the RT. Connect the cable shield to the "GND" terminal at each end. Use the two conductors to connect "IR" to "IR" and "IR" to "IR". Install the front panel in the mounting box. The WMC has twenty-eight buttons. For programming purposes, these buttons are given reference numbers ~, starting at the bottom and going left-to-right (see diagram at right). Refer to the table on pg. for the button 'equivalent ASCII characters. The WMC includes overlay labelling for certain Biamp products which have pre-defined functions. NOTE: Because the RT allows programmable control functions, custom labelling for the WMC must be provided by the user. When the RT is powered on, power is delivered to the WMC and the green LED indicator will light. The red LED indicator on the WMC (and the Data LED indicator on the RT front panel) will flash whenever a button is pressed. The WMC includes an infrared detector (below LED indicators), which allows it to operate as an Infrared Receiver as well. The infrared detector may be disabled via a circuit board jumper strap (see installation instructions on pg. ). SELECT MASTER

6 CONTROLS Infrared Transmitter (IR-T) Biamp # : The IR-T is a hand-held control, which transmits infrared codes unique to Biamp. Therefore, the IR-T should not affect any other infrared controlled equipment (such as TVs or VCRs). Likewise, other infrared controllers will not provide proper control of Biamp equipment. The IR-T requires two AAA batteries, which are included with the unit (user installed). The IR-T has twenty-eight buttons. For programming purposes, these buttons are given reference numbers ~, starting at the bottom and going left-to-right (see diagran at right). Refer to the table on pg. for the button 'equivalent ASCII characters. The IR-T includes overlay labelling for certain Biamp products which have pre-defined functions. NOTE: Because the RT allows programmable control functions, custom labelling for the IR-T must be provided by the user. For best results, there should be an unobstructed line-of-sight from transmitter to receiver. The IR-T will operate up to 0 feet from a receiver. When infrared information is transmitted to a receiver, the Data LED indicator on the RT front panel will flash. SELECT MASTER COL COL COL COL COL COL COL COL GND J Remote Interface Kit (RIK) Biamp # : The Remote Interface Kit allows the user to create a customized control panel, using his own momentary push-button switches and enclosure. It provides up to 0 buttons ( more than standard remote controls), which are supported by BIAMP programmable products. The Remote Interface Kit is a tested circuit board, which connects to the RT in exactly the same way as the WMC. The circuit board is."w by."h, with four mounting holes (" centers) and # mounting hardware. Complete instructions are included with the Remote Interface Kit. RW RW RW RW RW J LED LED GND IR IR

7 Wall-Mount Remote Control Installation The wall-mount is a "hard-wired" control, which is powered by the Advantage product it is used with. There are no batteries to wear out, and it is not easily lost or stolen. The wall-mount may be wired up to 000 feet away, using -conductor shielded cable (not included). flange Mounting Box (actual size) Remove the mounting box from the front panel. Route the cable through a "knock-out" hole on the rear of the mounting box. Install the mounting box in a wall or panel. The mounting surface may range from / inch to inch in thickness. (.mm to.mm) The mounting cavity must be exactly inches high,. inches wide, and at least." deep. (0.mm x.mm x.mm) (NOTE: The mounting box does not mount in the same orientation as a standard electrical box.) Insert the mounting box into the wall or panel, then tighten the flange screws until the flanges hold the box securely in place. The three screw terminals on the front panel circuit board of the Wall- Mount ("GND", "IR", & "IR") directly correspond to "Remote" terminals on the rear panel of the Advantage product it is controlling. Connect the cable shield to the "GND" terminal at each end. Use the two conductors to connect "IR" to "IR" and "IR" to "IR". The Wall-Mount has an infrared detector which may be disabled via the circuit board jumper strap labelled "IR RECV". The DIP switches labelled "OPTION SWITCH" remain in the "OFF" position (down). Install the front panel in the mounting box, using the four screws provided. The green LED indicator on the face plate will light when power is delivered to the Wall- Mount. The red LED indicator will flash when buttons are pushed (commands transmitted). knock-outs Front Panel Circuit Board (actual size) WALL-MOUNT REMOTE BIAMP SYSTEMS WALL-MOUNT PC BOARD OPTION SWITCH ABCD ON OFF IR RECV ON OFF GND IR IR flange

8 COMPACT DIGITAL AUDIO APPLICATIONS PRESENTATION ROOM RT V ~ 0/0 Hz watts class wiring link port system setup or control ADVANTAGE RT Remote Translator power data gnd IR IR gnd IR IR remote remote WMC SELECT MASTER IR-T SELECT WMC SELECT serial link cable (included) MASTER MASTER VRAM out V~ 0/0 Hz watts class wiring logic outputs in link port link logic s expansion main aux aux aux outputs auxiliary s channel channel channel channel channel channel channel channel SPM V~ 0/0 Hz watts class wiring SPM link port link logic outputs logic s L R L R zone output main output L R aux output override sig pres L override R line s L R L R L R mute mute sig pres mic/line mute mute sig pres mic/line :0 CD VHS computer VCR FM 0. tuner MSPe V~ 0/0 Hz output output MSPe BIAMP SYSTEMS Portland, Oregon an affiliate of Rauland-Borg Corp. watts class wiring link port link logic s expansion channel channel MADE IN U.S.A. to amplifier/speakers

9 WARRANTY BIAMP SYSTEMS IS PLEASED TO EXTEND THE FOLLOWING -YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THE PROFESSIONAL SOUND EQUIPMENT DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL. BIAMP Systems expressly warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of YEARS from the date of purchase as a new product from an authorized BIAMP Systems dealer under the following conditions.. In the event the warranted BIAMP Systems product requires service during the warranty period, BIAMP Systems will repair or replace, at its option, defective materials, provided you have identified yourself as the original purchaser of the product to any authorized BIAMP Systems Service Center. Transportation and insurance charges to and from an authorized Service Center or the BIAMP Systems factory for warranted products or components thereof to obtain repairs shall be the responsibility of the purchaser.. This warranty will be VOIDED if the serial number has been removed or defaced; or if the product has been subjected to accidental damage, abuse, rental usage, alterations, or attempted repair by any person not authorized by BIAMP Systems to make repairs; or if the product has been installed contrary to BIAMP Systems's recommendations.. Electro-mechanical fans, electrolytic capacitors, and the normal wear and tear of appearance items such as paint, knobs, handles, and covers are not covered under this warranty.. BIAMP SYSTEMS SHALL NOT IN ANY EVENT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PROFITS, LOSS OF USE, PROPERTY DAMAGE, INJURY TO GOODWILL, OR OTHER ECONOMIC LOSS OF ANY SORT. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN, BIAMP SYSTEMS DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER LIABILITY TO PURCHASER OR ANY OTHER PERSONS ARISING OUT OF USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING LIABILITY FOR NEGLIGENCE OR STRICT LIABILITY IN TORT.. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. BIAMP SYSTEMS EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE REMEDIES SET FORTH HEREIN SHALL BE THE PURCHASER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES WITH RESPECT TO ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT. THE AGENTS, EMPLOYEES, DISTRIBUTORS, AND DEALERS OF BIAMP SYSTEMS ARE NOT AUTHORIZED TO MODIFY THIS WARRANTY OR TO MAKE ADDITIONAL WARRANTIES BINDING ON BIAMP SYSTEMS. ACCORDINGLY, ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS SUCH AS DEALER ADVERTISEMENTS OR REPRESENTATIONS DO NOT CONSTITUTE WARRANTIES BY BIAMP SYSTEMS.. No action for breach of this warranty may be commenced more than one year after the expiration of this warranty. Thank you for purchasing BIAMP SYSTEMS... AMERICAN SOUND CRAFTSMANSHIP Biamp Systems 00 S.W. Arctic Drive Beaverton, Oregon 00 (0)

10 Declaration of Conformity Biamp Systems, Inc., as the manufacturer, hereby declares that the following described product, in our delivered version, complies with the provisions of the DIRECTIVES except as noted herein. In case of alteration of the product, not agreed upon or directed by us, this declaration is no longer valid. Product Model: ADVANTAGE RT Product Description: Remote Control Translator Applicable EC Directives: EMC Directive (//EEC), LVD Directive (//EEC) Applicable Harmonized Standards: EN0- emissions EN0- immunity EN00 safety Special Considerations for Product Environment or Compliance: This apparatus operates from a removeable external power source at voltages below the levels encompassed by the LVD. The external power source complies with the applicable requirements of EN00. The apparatus itself is outside of the scope of the LVD and presents no hazardous voltages, as defined in the LVD. For compliance, the apparatus shall be powered only from the separate CE marked Biamp Systems power source. Shielded cabling must be used for all connections. Refer to the user s guide for cabling installation instructions. The Technical Report/File is maintained at: Biamp Systems, Inc. 00 S.W. Arctic Drive Beaverton, OR USA 00 phone: (0) - fax: (0) -0 biamp@biamp.com Authorized Representative: Steven Hedgepeth Authorized Representative Signature: Issued: June, 000

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