EAW UX48 series Owner'S Manual Download Page 11

UX48 Owners Manual

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EAW UX48 Introduction and Key Features

Introduction

The EAW UX48 Advanced System Processor represents current state-of-the-art technology. Taking advantage of 
the latest advances in Analog to digital conversion and digital signal processing technologies the unit achieves 
performance levels among the very best that engineering permits. Below is a list of key features, followed by 
some information on the major advancements of the UX48 feature set.

Key Features

  –  EAW minimal signal path design
  –  48kHz sampling frequency 
  –  Three rotary encoders, illuminated buttons and graphical display provide a rapid, intuitive and user-friendly  
    control interface
  –  High speed capable and flexible Ethernet communications that supports DHCP, static-IP and auto-IP and  
    direct connection to a computer
  –  Class leading sonic performance achieved by the use of state of the art converters, a 4th Generation  
    Analog Devices Sharc DSP and highly advanced DSP algorithms
  –  Linear phase HF system EQ profiling which provides perfect integration between enclosures
  –  Dante audio networking with automatic fall over to Analog or AES3
  –  AES3 inputs and outputs, switchable in pairs
  –  High performance ‘universal mains’ switch mode power supply

 

Greyboxes include:

EAW Focusing

By deploying advanced signal processing EAW Focusing corrects for mechanically 

induced anomalies in the loudspeakers acoustic system and provides a pure 

impulse response.  This means the sound you hear is true to the original version free 

from time smear created by intra-cabinet reflections.

Crossover Settings

What is a Greybox?

A Greybox is a file that includes everything you need to get optimal performance from an EAW loudspeaker.
‘White’ component that is user accessible. ‘Black’ component that is EAW-provided and locked down.  
Mix together = Grey.

DynO (where applicable) & limiters

Dynamic Optimization, which maximizes the output of every passband. This tangibly 

increases output over what would otherwise be possible.

Summary of Contents for UX48 series

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Page 2: ...ation 9 AC Power Connection 10 Introduction and Key Features 11 Introduction 11 Key Features 11 Audio Connections 12 Input Connections 12 Output Connections 12 Using unbalanced connections 13 Panel Layouts 14 Operation 16 Starting up the unit 16 Input 17 AES3 Network Inputs 17 Automatic Input Selection Fallover 18 Gain and Polarity 18 Delay 18 High Pass Filter 18 Parametric Equalization 18 FIR Lin...

Page 3: ...Pass Filters 20 Amplifier Gain 20 Limiter 20 Routing 20 Utility Pages 20 Screen Contrast 20 Current Ethernet IP Address 20 IP Mode 20 IP Static 21 Bandwidth Units 21 Ethernet 21 Ethernet configurations 21 DHCP 21 AUTO IP 21 Static IP 21 AUX Port 21 Secure Mode 22 Revert to Factory Settings 22 ...

Page 4: ...ith the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Service is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug damaged liquid has been spilled o...

Page 5: ...ec l appareil Quand un chariot est utilisé soyez prudent lorsque vous déplacez l ensemble chariot appareil afin d éviter toute blessure en cas de chute 13 Débranchez cet appareil pendant les orages ou lorsqu il n est pas utilisé pendant de longues périodes de temps 14 Adressez vous à un personnel qualifié Une réparation est requise lorsque l appareil a été endommagé de quelque façon que ce soit le...

Page 6: ...ndards EN60065 8th Edition Product safety EN55032 2012 EMC emissions EN55103 2 2009 EMC immunity This product is intended for the following electromagnetic environments E1 E2 E3 E4 THIS PRODUCT MUST BE GROUNDED Use only a flexible cable or cord with a green and yellow core which must be connected to the protective earthing terminal of a suitable mains plug or the earthing terminal of the installat...

Page 7: ...ions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reori...

Page 8: ...green yellow core which must be connected to the protective earthing terminal of a suitable mains plug or the earthing terminal of the installation The cord must be a maximum of 6 2m long be 18AWG 0 75mm2 CSA 105oC have a rating SJ SJT SJE or 300 500V H05W F and be marked VW 1 CE PRODUIT DOIT ÊTRE MIS À LA TERRE Utilisez uniquement un câble souple avec un noyau vert ou vert jaune qui doit être rel...

Page 9: ...ould like further information about this or any other EAW product please contact us We look forward to helping you in the near future Unpacking the EAW UX48 Processor After unpacking the unit please check carefully for damage If damage is found please notify the carrier concerned at once You the consignee must instigate any claim Please retain all packaging in case of future re shipment INSTALLATI...

Page 10: ...r the equipment to attain the same temperature as its surrounding environment before connecting the AC power cord It is the responsibility of the user to ensure that dirt liquids and vapour from theatrical smoke and fog machines is not ingested by the unit Damage so caused is not covered by the manufacturer s warranty Cooling It is important that the air intake on the left side of the chassis and ...

Page 11: ...rs a 4th Generation Analog Devices Sharc DSP and highly advanced DSP algorithms Linear phase HF system EQ profiling which provides perfect integration between enclosures Dante audio networking with automatic fall over to Analog or AES3 AES3 inputs and outputs switchable in pairs High performance universal mains switch mode power supply Greyboxes include EAW Focusing By deploying advanced signal pr...

Page 12: ...tputs only Odd channel numbers are either for Analog outputs when in Analog output mode or for AES3 output pairs when in AES3 output mode The HOT or connection should be made to pin 2 of the XLR connector The COLD or connection should be made to pin 3 of the XLR connector Pin 1 of the XLR connectors is internally connected to the chassis The shield of the output cable should always be connected Pi...

Page 13: ...n 3 An unbalanced input may be driven by connecting pin 3 cold signal to the ground connection of the unbalanced destination input The cable shield is connected to pin 1 at the source this device and to ground at the destination device along with the pin 3 cold connection Alternatively if the cable is a single core plus shield the cable shield should be terminated to both pins 1 and 3 2 1 3 HOT Sh...

Page 14: ...tatus Indicators The OVERLAY indicator is not currently used The DANTE AUDIO indicator illuminates when one or more of the inputs is using a dante source The ONLINE indicator has three states Off the unit is offline and not connected to a computer or network Flashing the unit is searching for an IP address if the unit does not find an IP address the unit will assign itself an IP address automatica...

Page 15: ...ns Port Used for remote control and monitoring via Resolutio Software 15 Auxiliary Port The auxiliary port may be configured for a variety of purposes See the AUXA Port section 16 AES Digital Audio Output Connectors The processed outputs are impedance balanced and wired pin 1 directly bonded to ground as required by the AES48 standard pin 2 hot and pin 3 cold When AES3 operation is selected on an ...

Page 16: ...h its start up cycle first all the indicators will illuminate then go off while the screen displays the boot loader information Next the screen will display the application firmware information and all the mute buttons will illuminate The display will then show the Home screen indicating input output configuration the mutes will then return to the state they were in when the unit was powered off ...

Page 17: ... Analog inputs the UX48 can also accept AES3 digital inputs The same physical XLR sockets are used for both Analog and AES3 inputs the function of these being determined by the Type parameters in the Input Type menu The Input sockets 1 and 3 are used to input pairs of AES3 channels so setting the input to AES3 on either Input 1 or Input 2 will cause the other channel to change also Similarly adjus...

Page 18: ... of the input channel selected allows users to increase or decrease the amount of signal going into the selected input Using encoder A will change the value in 0 2dB steps from 40dB to 20dB This page will also allow users to change the polarity of the selected input from normal to reverse using encoder B Using encoder C will mute the selected channel Delay The delay page which controls the amount ...

Page 19: ...tal signal channel to any DSP input This is effectively a matrix mixing system where all DSPs can be driven from any one input or from pairs of inputs 1 2 3 4 1 3 1 4 2 3 2 4 1 2 3 or 1 2 3 4 Summed inputs have 6dB of attenuation so that a sum of largely similar programme material remains at the correct calibrated level Output AES3 outputs In addition to the usual Analog outputs the UX48 also allo...

Page 20: ...ifier Gain Expressed in dB this is the gain of the amplifier which the output of the UX48 is feeding This value must be entered to allow the UX48 to correctly calibrate the limiter for the amplifier in use Limiter Three parameters are available for adjustment Threshold the continuous RMS voltage which the driver should be able to withstand This is calibrated at the output of the amplifier The Limi...

Page 21: ... IP address range and so will connect immediately AUTO IP The device will initially search for a DHCP server when first switched on during which time its Online Indicator will be flashing As it can take up to one minute to establish that there is no DHCP server available this is the time it may take before Auto IP is entered Please be aware that it can also take some time from a computer being swi...

Page 22: ...inst tampering When in secure mode the indicators still operate normally To activate secure mode press and hold the utility button for 5 seconds To deactivate press and hold the utility button for 5 seconds When in secure mode this will be shown on the display Note that the Ethernet communications port is still active in secure mode Revert to Factory Settings If you wish to erase all of your setti...

Page 23: ...enced herein are the property of their respective owners All rights reserved DESIGN PATENTS PENDING Products are not drawn to scale All terms conditions and specifications subject to change without notice RD1027 Rev A00 APR2018 Eastern Acoustic Works One Main Street Whitinsville MA 01588 USA tel 800 992 5013 1 508 234 6158 www eaw com ...

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