INNOVASON SY40, User Manual

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User Guide - © InnovaSON - May 2004
9 DESIGN FEATURES OF RACKS AND MODULES
9.A INTRODUCTION
InnovaSON products are based on a modular structure which allows the user to easily adapt the
configuration of his or her system to the project or event in hand.
In this way, from the audio racks, the input and output modules, and the processing available, a
console can interconnect more effectively with other devices in the installation. Analog mic/line inputs,
synchronous or sample rate converted AES digital inputs, analog line outputs and simple or
processed AES digital outputs, allow the sound engineer or whoever is responsible for the installation
to adjust the system according to their needs.
Used in LOCAL mode, the console will have its inputs/outputs close to (or within) the control surface,
with a “traditional” connection to the classic multi-pairs.
With the STAGE BOX option, stage inputs (64 maximum), can be placed close to the sensitive mic
sources, converted, and carried in multiplexed digital data blocks on a simple coaxial cable over
several hundreds of meters without degradation. The outputs and some inputs, defined as
local , will
be installed in the console’s mix rack, to link with effects, inserts, recorders and other equipment
which is usually found in a control room.
In this MASTER mode, remote inputs and outputs are defined as distant , and their parameters (gain,
phantom power, patching, etc.) are remotely controlled by the console’s software, Sensoft. This
remote control is transmitted by a second coaxial cable which also allows the transmission of return
channels from the console to the Stage Box.
Signal distribution is also carried out in the digital domain within the Stage Box, and front of house /
stage monitoring, sound reinforcement / recording, or sound reinforcement / live TV / radio installation
can all benefit from this light, effective and intelligent coaxial cabling system that simplifies the
installation and guarantees signal integrity. In al these situations one of the consoles will be
MASTER
(using two coaxial cables) while one ,(or possibly two), will be the SLAVE(s) , receiving signals from
the Stage Box but without having the return signal path that allows remote control.
Each console on this network is autonomous as far as its own mix parameters are concerned, only the
parameters of stage inputs and outputs are common, and controlled solely by the
MASTER console.
Of course the consoles can be different InnovaSON models, as their protocols are compatible; but the
rules governing input module placement will always apply.