Clear-Com Eclipse Median, Instruction Manual

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THE ECLIPSE
MEDIAN: AN
OVERVIEW
The Eclipse Median combines a central matrix with slots for up to
seven client cards and up to eight interface modules into one compact
unit. The Median uses the same ECS software, cards, interfaces and
panels as the the Eclipse Omega.
Clear-Com designed the Eclipse Median with modular components
that help you to plan, build, or customize your communication system
to meet the most rigorous demands of modern broadcast, performing
arts, industrial, aerospace, and military environments, while using a
space-saving format.
FEATURES
Features of the Eclipse Median matrix system include:
• A six rack-unit frame housing up to 112 ports and up to eight interface
modules.
• Full audio bandwidth throughout the signal chain, producing superior
broadcast audio quality. The system maintains 24-bit sampling and
30 Hz to 22 kHz frequency response.
• Up to seven available port cards supporting 16 ports each for
connecting to panels and interfaces.
• Slots housing eight interface modules for connecting the matrix to
telephones, two-way radios, camera intercoms, party lines, and
other forms of communication.
• One PSU powers all onboard CPU, port, and interface cards, while a
second PSU provides backup power in case of outages.
• Power supplies automatically switch to the correct voltage, for
compatibility around the world.
• Two CPU cards provide fail-safe redundancy.
• Individual crosspoint level adjustments in smooth 0.3555 dB
increments.
• Eight general purpose inputs and eight relays, located directly on the
matrix.
• Full compatibility with selected Matrix Plus 3 panels, 4000 panels,
and interfaces.
• Matrices that link across cities, nations, or continents through trunk
lines and fiber.
The Eclipse Median houses
up to 112 ports, up to 8
interfaces, and dual
redundant power supplies in
a 6 rack unit chassis.
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