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General Information & Configuration Memories

Amplifier Setup

The QSC DataPort-equipped amplifiers connected to the RAVE 522aa must have their power switches in the “on” position. For initial 
testing, use the lowest useful gain setting until the system is operating as expected. After the system setup has been verified and 
tested, gain settings may be adjusted as required.

Network

The network should be operable and QSControl.net software should be installed/running on the system controller computer.

CobraNet Connection Loss

If you are operating with a valid CobraNet network, and the connection to the network is disrupted, audio will momentarily mute, allow-
ing the RAVE 522aa  to synchronize with its internal clock. If CobraNet network connection is re-established, the audio will mute again 
while the RAVE 522aa  synchronizes with CobraNet.

Configuration Memories

 

The RAVE 522aa  has non-volatile storage locations that contain settings for the device as well as DSP signal flow. The storage loca-
tions make it possible to set up the RAVE for different situations and quickly recall the setup with or without QSControl.net software 
using the front panel controls.

Summary of Contents for RAVE 522aa

Page 1: ...TD 000164 00 rev B TD 000164 00 RAVE 522aa 8x8 CobraNet Enabled Signal Processor Hardware Manual...

Page 2: ...ord 5 Reliable Earthing Grounding of rack mounted equipment should be maintained LITHIUM BATTERY WARNING THIS EQUIPMENT CONTAINS A NON RECHARGEABLE LITHIUM BATTERY LITHIUM IS A CHEMICAL KNOWN TO THE S...

Page 3: ...blets etc all at the same time from anywhere a connection to the QSControl network is available The QSControl network can also be managed from a single computer running both the client and the server...

Page 4: ...ere We ve applied our many years experience in supporting high end installed sound with our previous system building products such as RAVE QSControl CM16a DSP 3 DSP 4 and DSP 30 The RAVE 522aa brings...

Page 5: ...rules To learn more about CobraNet and appropriate network topologies please visit http www qscaudio com products network resources htm and http www peakaudio com CobraNet background html Notes on Ne...

Page 6: ...a TCP IP standards compliant network system and therefore supports operation on network repeaters switches and routers When implementing the Two Wire Interface the QSControl net segment does not requ...

Page 7: ...without a network switch However you would have to physically connect your computer first to one unit and then to the other With this elementary connection you don t have a true network It is like mak...

Page 8: ...guration works well when CobraNet audio deliveries are point to point Though the example shows only two RAVE BASIS units as many devices may be connected as there are available switch ports All units...

Page 9: ...te VLAN for QSControl net traffic and a separate VLAN for CobraNet audio traffic This config uration essentially provides a dedicated network for QSControl including the system controller and a second...

Page 10: ...ith its own network switch Therefore traffic segmentation is physical rather than logical Example 5 also pro vides an additional level of fault tolerance although at the expense of additional network...

Page 11: ...pment rack Rack mounting is optional Adhesive rubber feet are included for non rack mount installations Use them to prevent the unit from scratching or marring support surfaces Rack Mounting Rack moun...

Page 12: ...m is used for real time adjustments and configuration of audio systems we recommend all Windows Power Options located in the Windows Control Panel features be disabled Display hard drive system standb...

Page 13: ...ontroller computer CobraNet Connection Loss If you are operating with a valid CobraNet network and the connection to the network is disrupted audio will momentarily mute allow ing the RAVE 522aa to sy...

Page 14: ...he input signal terminal block connectors into the input recep tacles Connection pin out is printed on the rear label for reference Refer to the illustrations for balanced and unbal anced connections...

Page 15: ...stop bit and flow control Xon Xoff LED Indicators When the RAVE 522aa is plugged into a properly functioning AC outlet it will power up and briefly display a welcome screen on the LCD dis play POWER...

Page 16: ...the control and accepting choices entering by pushing in on the control The accessible menus and sub menus may appear differently than the example shown Software updates may occasionally improve the i...

Page 17: ...lt Boot Screen Right side buttons serve as up down navigation Arrow characters indi cate right side button context If additional menus are available the arrow character will be shown Main Menu Screens...

Page 18: ...lient Server selection keep both Client and Server selected This will be appropriate for general use 8 When prompted Select Installation Folder specify the installation directory or accept the default...

Page 19: ...nnections verify IP addresses are set correctly ver ify Subnet masks are set correctly and verify AC power is properly applied to the RAVE 19 Click on the RAVE 522aa in the inventory root A view of ap...

Page 20: ...sed will be copies of other channels CobraNet Channel Resolution All CobraNet audio will be processed internally within RAVE 522aa at 24 bit resolution The RAVE 522aa may receive any valid resolu tion...

Page 21: ...icate with the RAVE 522aa if it is in safe mode You may communicate only using TFTP Telnet or RS 232 RS 232 Serial Port I O Interface The RS 232 connector on the rear panel is used as a serial port in...

Page 22: ...click OK to continue If all the connections and communications settings are correct the main Hyper Terminal window will open 6 The Hyper Terminal main window will appear next but blank Type the lette...

Page 23: ...opening a Telnet session 1 To open the Telnet session Click START select RUN type Telnet followed by a space then the IP address of the RAVE 522aa you want to communicate with in the text box and cli...

Page 24: ...lay Standard CobraNet Latency Low Latency RAVE to Network Analog input through full DSP chain to CobraNet output 7 104 milliseconds 4 438 milliseconds Network to RAVE CobraNet input through full DSP c...

Page 25: ...a Euro Style detachable terminal blocks Configuration Single ended ground referenced Pinout 1 Signal 2 CHASSIS GND Normal Operating Range Reads signals between 0 5V nominally Potentiometer Operation...

Page 26: ...ts suppliers be held liable for any damages consequential incidental or otherwise including any claims for lost profits and or savings resulting from any attempted integration of QSControl products wi...

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