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BM-A1-64DANTE  User Manual v1.1

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Bel Digital Audio Ltd

1.  Read these instructions

2.  Keep these instructions

3.  Heed all warnings

4.  Follow all instructions

5.  Do not use this apparatus near water

6.  Do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

7.  Clean only with a dry cloth

8.  Do not block any ventilation openings. Install with 

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

9.  No naked flames, such as lighted candles, should 

be placed on the apparatus.

10. Do not install near any heat sources such as 

radiators, heat registers, stoves or other 

apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce 

heat.

11. There are no user-adjustments, or user-

servicable items, inside this apparatus. Do not 

remove the covers of this apparatus; doing so 

will invalidate your warranty.

12. Adjustments or alterations to this apparatus 

may affect the performance such that safety 

and/or international compliance standards may 

no longer be met.

13.  Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 

Servicing is required when the apparatus has 

been damaged in any way, such as power-supply 

cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled 

or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the 

apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, 

does not operate normally or has been dropped.

Caution

14. Hazardous voltages may be present inside this 

apparatus.

15. Do not operate this apparatus with the covers 

removed.

16. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not 

perform any servicing other than that contained 

in these Installation Instructions unless you are 

qualified to do so. Refer all servicing to qualified 

service personnel and ensure that all power 

cords are disconnected when servicing this 

apparatus.

17. Only use attachments/accessories specified by 

the manufacturer.

Power Safety

18. This apparatus is fitted with a universal power 

supply, approved and certified for operation in 

this apparatus. There are no user-replaceable 

fuses.

19. An external over-current protection device is 

required to protect the wiring to this apparatus. 

This protection device must be installed according 

to current wiring regulations. In certain countries 

this function is supplied by use of a fused plug.

20. If an extension power cable or adaptor is used, 

ensure that the total power rating of the power 

cable and/or adaptor is not exceeded.

21. An external disconnect device is required for this 

apparatus; a detachable power cord is a suitable 

disconnect device.

22. The apparatus should be located close enough 

to an AC outlet so that you can easily grasp the 

power cord plug at any time.

23. This apparatus is a Class I construction and shall 

be connected to an AC outlet with a protective 

grounding connection.

24. Protect the power cord from being walked on 

or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience 

receptacles, and the point where they exit from 

the apparatus.

25. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or 

when unused for long periods of time.

26. All power cords must be disconnected to isolate 

this apparatus completely.

27. Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, plug 

each power supply cord into separate branch 

circuits employing separate service grounds

28. This equipment is not supplied with a detachable 

power cord. The device should be connected to 

a power supply only of the type described in the 

Installation Guide or as marked on the device. 

The power cord must be earthed and precautions 

should be made so that the grounding is not 

defeated. A mains cord, fitted with an IEC 60320 

C13 type socket, appropriate sized conductors 

and plug to suit local electrical requirements.

29. The power supply cord (i.e. conductor, coupler 

(IEC60320 C13) and plug combination) must be 

suitably rated for apparatus and the country of 

use (meeting local electrical requirements). A 

power supply cord with a rating of not less than 

125% of current rating is suitable. The minimum 

rating for the power supply cord at 110 / 230V 

ac to be 1A.

Important Safety Instructions

Summary of Contents for BM-A1-64DANTE

Page 1: ...Installation and User Guide BM A1 64DANTE DANTE AES67 Confidence Monitor 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 ...

Page 2: ...ecycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling please contact your local city office your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product User s Notice and disclaimer No part of this manual may be reproduced transmitted transcribed stored in a database system or translated w...

Page 3: ...allation 9 Hardware Considerations 9 Power Supply Considerations 9 Fuses And Ratings 9 Unit Connections 9 DANTE Inputs 9 Analogue Outputs 9 AES EBU Output 9 USB Port 9 Configuration 10 Dante Controller 10 Operation 11 Front Panel Operation 11 Single channel monitor mode 11 Multi channel monitor mode 11 Presets 12 Storing a Preset 12 Recalling a Preset 12 Clearing a channel from the monitor mix 12 ...

Page 4: ...paratus There are no user replaceable fuses 19 An external over current protection device is required to protect the wiring to this apparatus This protection device must be installed according to current wiring regulations In certain countries this function is supplied by use of a fused plug 20 If an extension power cable or adaptor is used ensure that the total power rating of the power cable and...

Page 5: ...owhead symbol within equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating instructions and maintenance servicing i...

Page 6: ...stalled the unit Important Please do take the time to register your BM A1 64DANTE with Bel Digital Audio Ltd by emailing us the unit s serial number and your contact details to info beldigital com Thank you Environment The BM A1 64DANTE s range of operating temperature and relative humidity RH are as follows Temperature 5ºC to 40ºC RH Operating 20 to 80 What s In The Box Unpacking Unpack the BM A1...

Page 7: ...es the front speakers and the headphone output Preset 1 and 2 Two preset memory locations are available to enable instant recall of user channel monitor combinations CLR The clear button allows the user to clear all channels currently routed to the monitor speakers For protection against unintended operation it is necessary to press and hold the CLR button for approximately 2 seconds in order to a...

Page 8: ...U OUTPUT Balanced AES output XLR which carries the same audio as the left and right speaker DANTE AUDIO NETWORK PRIMARY RJ45 Dante port for the primary network DANTE AUDIO NETWORK SECONDARY RJ45 Dante port for the secondary redundant network USB Type B USB socket providing access for firmware updates PSU1 PSU2 AC inputs 2 x IEC sockets Autoranging from 100 to 240 V AC 50 60 Hz PRIMARY SECONDARY DA...

Page 9: ... It is always active USB Port The BM A1 64DANTE includes a USB Type B socket The function of this port is for firmware updates Bel Digital Audio Ltd Hardware Considerations The BM A1 64DANTE is built in a 1U 19 enclosure It is intended to be permanently installed in a standard 19 equipment rack There are ventilation grilles in the top bottom and both sides of the enclosure and care must be taken t...

Page 10: ...Controller application again Dante Controller When shipped the BM A1 64DANTE is configured to monitor the first 64 channels on a Dante network and operate at a sampling frequency of 48 kHz However a Dante network may have a channel count of up to 512 channels with multiple 3rd party Dante devices connected to the network It is therefore possible to configure the Dante monitor so that it monitors a...

Page 11: ... 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 PRESET 1 2 Scroll through channels to monitor Hint the quickest way to enter single channel mode if blue Channel Select LEDs are visible on the front panel is to press and hold the clear button CLR see Front Panel Description on page 7 and Clearing an entire monitor mix on page 12 Multi channel monitor mode ...

Page 12: ...ls selected indicated by their blue Channel Select LEDs being illuminated choose which Preset location to use Press and hold the chosen Preset button either Preset 1 or Preset 2 see item on Front Panel Description on page 7 The Preset button will flash Continue to press the button until the button stops flashing The Preset has now been stored with the current monitor mix Recalling a Preset Press t...

Page 13: ...ings are stored upon power down L Treb 0 1 Preset 1 Preset 2 PSU 1 PSU 2 R L Bass 4 1 Preset 1 Preset 2 PSU 1 PSU 2 R Treble control Bass control Mute The front panel MUTE button mutes the audio output to the front panel speakers and headphone output It does not affect the rear panel audio outputs When mute is active the MUTE button will illuminate red The display will also indicate that mute is a...

Page 14: ...of speaker outputs on 2 x XLR3M connectors fixed level Noise THD 90 dB w r t maximum output Frequency response 20 Hz to 20 kHz 1 dB SYNCHRONISATION Source Dante network Master Clock POWER SUPPLY Type 2 x independent switch mode regulated auto ranging Inputs 2 x 100 to 240 V AC 50 60 Hz Power consumption 16 W Connectors 2 x IEC with retaining clips PHYSICAL Dimensions w x d x h 482 x 200 x 44 mm 19...

Page 15: ...Bel Digital Audio Limited 3 Horwood Court Bletchley Milton Keynes MK1 1RD United Kingdom Tel 44 0 1908 641063 Email enquiries beldigital com URL www beldigital com ...

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