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September 14, 2018
CONTROL NETWORK
While RidePlayer sure looks pretty when you power it up, network
connectivity is required to actually make it do magical things. The goal here
is to interface RidePlayer to your Windows or macOS computer running
our WinScript Live software. This application empowers you to configure,
program, and load audio content to the unit over the network connection.
To make this connection, you’ll need an Ethernet cable with an M12 X-Code
connector on at least one end. The other end can be either RJ45 or M12
depending on your computer or network switch. For convenience, the
RidePlayer Development Kit includes several M12
à
RJ45 adapter cables.
These cables are also available for individual purchase from Alcorn McBride.
Using the M12 cable, you’ll want to connect the
Primary Control
port of
RidePlayer to your network switch or computer. Aside from the vibration-
resistant M12 connector, this is no different than connecting to any other
network device. When the unit is powered on, you will see a link indicator
illuminate on RidePlayer’s top panel to indicate a good network connection.
SPEAKER OUTPUT
In order to make great sound, we’re going to have to move some air! To do this,
we recommend at least one 4
W
or 8
W
unpowered speaker with a 25W (or
higher) power rating.
The next step is pretty simple. Connect the positive (+) terminal of Speaker
Output 1 to the positive (+) input of the speaker. Connect the negative (-)
terminal of Speaker Output 1 to the (-) terminal of the speaker. Rinse and repeat
for any other speakers that you wish to connect.
