This Quick user guide will make the installation of
the RDS/RBDS Encoder SmartGen 4.1
quick and
easy.
Applying
these principles, you can simplify the process and save yourself extra time and effort.
For
more information about the Safety precautions and the Operating environment recommendations
please refer to the
complete
User Manual.
1.
Install the unit on its operation place;
2.
Before connecting the AC Power, make
sure
that the mains supply at your location
matches
SmartGen 4.1
Power Supply Factory Settings
- 100-240 V / 50-60 Hz
;
3. Configure the desired operating mode - sidechain or loop-through before the device is installed in the
signal path
(
For more information refer to
Step
4
&
Step 5
);
4. Before connecting SmartGen 4.1 to other air-chain equipment, use the SmartGen Encoders Manager
to confirm that the encoder is properly configured;
5. In order to program the 'static' message registers and operating defaults, install the operating
software, before connecting the device to the computer (
Refer to
Step 2
).
NOTE:
We recommend testing the encoder with the controlling interface (computer, terminal, automation,
etc.) before SmartGen 4.1 joins the air chain. This will confirm
whether
the encoder is properly
initialized and two-way communication can be established.
Connection
STEP 1
SmartGen Encoders Manager Installation
STEP 2
1.
www.devabroadcast.com/downloads;
2.
Find SmartGen 4.1 folder and double click on the installation file to launch the Wizard;
3. Accept the default recommendations and select "Next>" in the end of each step;
4. When asked to place an icon on the Desktop of your computer, make sure that the check box is
enabled and click "Next> Finish";
5. Finally select NOT to launch the program.
Use the Installation file which can be found on the supplied CD or downloaded from
USB Drivers Installation for Windows® 7
STEP 3
1.
on the Status balloon or proceed with the next step;
2.
If an installation failure occur, a notification status will
appear. Close the status window and proceed with the next
step;
3. To start the Device manager go to Start> Control Panel>
Device Manager> Other devices;
4. Right click on "SmartGen" and select "Update Driver
Software". The Update Driver Wizard will appear;
5. Click on "Browse my computer for driver software" and
select the drivers folder (usually: C:\Program Files
\SmartGen Encoders Manager\Drivers.) then click "OK" and
"Next";
6. Windows® 7 will advise that this driver is 'unsigned'.
Disregard the message and click 'Install this driver software
anyway';
7. After the installation process is completed a notification
message will be displayed.
NOTE:
During the installation process a USB RS-232 Emulation will be made. Administrator rights might
be needed in order for the USB drivers to be installed.
Connect the front-panel USB port to the computer. A
"New Hardware"
notification will appear. Click
