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24      SF-16M Matrix Amplifier Installation and Operation Guide

Using a PC via Ethernet

Connect a computer directly to the SF-16M Ethernet port using a crossover cable, or alternatively use a standard Ethernet 

hub or switch and a standard patch cable. Once connected to a computer or network, the SF-16M by default attempts to 

obtain an IP address automatically using DHCP. To use static settings, see the detailed instructions on page 25.

There are two LED indicators located next to the Ethernet  port on the rear panel that will help in identifying connection 

issues:

•  Link - The Link LED is steadily lit if a connection is detected and flashes when activity is 

present.

•  Speed - The Speed LED is off for 10 base T, and on for 100 base T. 

Using DHCP

DHCP is enabled on the SF-16M by default.  If DHCP is enabled on your network, simply 

connecting the SF-16M to the network with an existing DHCP server enables it to obtain all 

necessary information.  You can enter a static IP and turn DHCP off after initial setup is finished.

The internal SF-16M telnet server allows two clients to be connected at 

one time. Each client connection has a time out of 15 minutes; if a client 

crashes and does not close the connection properly (sending an EOF 

command) that connection remains busy until it times out.

Using the RS-232 Port 

System controllers and PCs send all setup and 

control commands as well as receive feedback 

via the RS-232 serial port. Important: If a PC is 

connected directly to the SF-16M RS-232 port, use 

standard

 serial serial cable (male to female) for 

RS-232 input, and to loop out to the next SF-16M, if 

multiple SF-16Ms are included in the system.

Using Serial and Ethernet (Telnet)

Follow the instructions for the controller of your choice using the serial settings below, and/or Ethernet settings acces-

sible via the SF-16M front panel menu. Serial commands (listed on page 29), are used for telnet or serial control. Control4 

SDDP is available for seamless Ethernet integration.

Transfer Rate

9600 bps

Data Bits

8

Parity

None

Stop Bits

1

Flow Control

None or Off

Character type

ASCII

Connector

DB-9

Electrical Rating

Pins 2 and 3, ±15 VDC

Pin out

Pin 2, Tx

(Standard cable)

Pin 3, Rx
Pin 5, Ground
Shell, Ground

1           2

 

3        

  

 4

5       

   

 6

7      

  

   8

9      

  

  10

11         12

13     

 

   14

15         16

SPEAKER OUTPUTS  (CLASS 2 WIRING) 

ETHERNET

USB

RS-232 IN

RS-232 OUT

LINK

SPEED

701-13303B

MAIN IR 

IN

MAIN IR 

OUT

UNIT ID

DB25 AUDIO INPUT

CONTACT CLOSURE

5V -  24V  AC / DC

AUDIO LOOP OUTPUT

LINE INPUTS

BUS

FlexPort  

1

OUT

IN

1        2

IN      OUT

SYSTEM 

TRIGGER

AUDIO 

OVERRIDE

100-120V~ 50-60 Hz 

1125W

 Replace Fuses Only 

with T 10A, 250V 

 

Remplacer Uniquement 

avec Fusible T 10A, 250V

Set voltage selector 

and install correct 

fuses according to 

local power supply.

Régler le sélecteur 

de tension et 

installer les fusibles 

corrects selon 

l’alimentation locale.

4002715

 

1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15

 

A B C D E F G H

 

2  4  6  8  10 12 14 16

L

R

16BN4020 

701-13303

SF-16M 120V Rear Panel Artwork

1/2

ETL LISTED CONFORMS 

TO UL STD 60065

CERTIFIED TO CAN/CSA 

STD C22.2 NO. 60065

Audio Authority® Corp. • 2048 Mercer Rd. Lexington, KY 40511  USA

800-322-8346 • 859-233-4599 • www.audioauthority.com

Model SF-16M  16-Channel Matrix Amplifier 

PDF User Manual

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

FlexPort  

2

OUT

IN

STEREO ZONE 1

STEREO ZONE 2

STEREO ZONE 3

STEREO ZONE 4

STEREO ZONE 5

STEREO ZONE 6

STEREO ZONE 7

STEREO ZONE 8

5  4  3  2  1

9  8  7  6

GND   RX   TX

    

DB-9 Connector on 

SF-16M rear panel

Network Jack on 

SF-16M rear panel

CONTROL INTERFACES

Operate the SF-16M using a professional automation control system. Its open-control architecture allows any third party 

automation controller to use serial or Ethernet commands to control volume, EQ, switching, overrides, sound scenes, or 

any other function programmed into the controller. IR controllers are adequate for many basic installations. 

Control Interface 

Capabilities

All commands are available 

on Ethernet and RS-232, but 

other control methods are 

limited as shown. The SF-

16M PC utility (not shown) 

is the best setup method for 

advanced tasks, but is not 

intended as a user interface.

RS-232 Ethernet Infrared Front Panel

Source selection per output

X

X

X

X

Output volume, mute & tone control

X

X

X

X

Parametric EQ, hi-pass/low-pass filters

X

X

X

Lock front panel interface

X

X

Change Ethernet settings

X

X

Upgrade firmware

X

Group, scene and override creation

X

X

Group, scene and override control

X

X

X

X

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Страница 6: ...Descriptions 8 Getting Started 9 Connections 10 Operation and Basic Configuration Front Panel Menu 16 Advanced Configuration PC Utility 21 Control Interfaces Using Ethernet RS 232 and IR 24 FlexPort Audio Transmitters Appendix A 26 Updating Firmware Appendix B 28 Rack Mounting Appendix C 28 Serial and Ethernet Commands Appendix D 29 Specifications Appendix E 35 Limited Warranty 35 Installation and...

Страница 7: ...nds like volume ramping muting and source selection Compatible with virtually any control system using RS 232 Ethernet or IR commands Commonly used settings are accessible via the front panel controls and VFD display advanced setup is performed via the PC configuration utility or Ethernet serial commands see page 24 Power saving features include automute and turn off per output channel and a syste...

Страница 8: ...VERRIDE 100 120V 50 60 Hz 1125W Replace Fuses Only with T 10A 250V Remplacer Uniquement avec Fusible T 10A 250V Set voltage selector and install correct fuses according to local power supply Régler le sélecteur de tension et installer les fusibles corrects selon l alimentation locale 4002715 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 A B C D E F G H 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 L R 16BN4020 701 13303 SF 16M 120V Rear Panel Artwor...

Страница 9: ...testing all outputs are muted by default Note If the SF 16M will not be used to control volume set all outputs to 0dB full volume 4 Set up the SF 16M using the PC configuration software or with the front panel for basic setup 5 Recommended connect a control system via the Ethernet RS 232 or IR ports of the SF 16M Program your control system using SF 16M serial commands listed on page 29 or IR code...

Страница 10: ...s of all configurations NOTE Specify input configurations using the PC utility page 21 or the front panel menu page 18 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 SPEAKER OUTPUTS CLASS 2 WIRING ETHERNET USB RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT LINK SPEED MAIN IR IN MAIN IR OUT UNIT ID DB25 AUDIO INPUT 5V 24V AC DC AUDIO LOOP OUTPUT LINE INPUTS BUS IN OUT SYSTEM TRIGGER 100 120V 1125 Replace Fu with T 10A Remplacer U avec ...

Страница 11: ... IN OUT SYSTEM TRIGGER AUDIO OVERRIDE 1 2 L R Audio Aut 800 FlexPort 2 OUT IN STEREO ZONE 1 STEREO ZONE 2 STEREO ZONE 3 STEREO ZONE 4 FPM U FPM D FPM B FPM U FPM B IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT FPM D and FPM U These are natively stereo input modules Dipswitch setting should be Stereo FPM B and FPM X These are natively mono input modules If one mono source input is desired on both FlexPort bus audio channel...

Страница 12: ...ing the fuse find and correct the excessive impedance load or wiring short that caused the fuse failure Remove the power cord Carefully remove the fuse cover using a flat blade screwdriver Inspect both fuses to determine which one is blown Slide out spare fuse compartment as shown and remove a spare fuse Replace the blown fuse with a spare fuse or a fuse of the same value Orient the fuse cover so ...

Страница 13: ...11 12 13 14 15 16 ASS 2 WIRING RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT 701 13303B MAIN IR IN MAIN IR OUT 100 120V 50 60 Hz 1125W Replace Fuses Only with T 10A 250V Remplacer Uniquement avec Fusible T 10A 250V Set voltage selector and install correct fuses according to local power supply Régler le sélecteur de tension et installer les fusibles corrects selon l alimentation locale 4002715 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 B C D E F G ...

Страница 14: ... audioauthority com sonaflex_tips A practical example of this feature is a conference hall with movable partition walls Figure 12 The speakers in the room normally play background music from a satellite radio receiver A pushbutton triggers Override 1 which is programmed to toggle speaker outputs for both rooms between background music and the Microphone 1 input When the partition closes to create ...

Страница 15: ...48 Mercer Rd Lexington KY 40511 USA 800 322 8346 859 233 4599 www audioauthority com Model SF 16M 16 Channel Matrix Amplifier PDF User Manual VOLTAGE SELECTOR FlexPort 2 OUT IN STEREO ZONE 1 STEREO ZONE 2 STEREO ZONE 3 STEREO ZONE 4 STEREO ZONE 5 STEREO ZONE 6 STEREO ZONE 7 STEREO ZONE 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 SPEAKER OUTPUTS CLASS 2 WIRING ETHERNET USB RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT LINK SP...

Страница 16: ...tion Knob Operation The multi function knob can scroll clockwise or counterclockwise and select or de select press in The open arrow symbol is displayed when scrolling through menu items Once an item has been selected press the knob the arrow fills in Turn the knob to adjust the value Press the knob again to de select the menu item and scroll to the next item Menu Button Menu Screen A Output Setti...

Страница 17: ...air and displays in number plus number format e g 1 2 CD Changer Input 1 and 2 are digitally combined to mono 4 Mono output to mono input The mono output will connect to a mono input it appears as a single number and name e g 1 Page Mic Line 4 Loudness status Loudness is a 5 dB bass and treble boost It is intended to enhance audio for listening at low volume levels Loudness uses low shelf and high...

Страница 18: ...ly selectable inputs 1 and 2 are selectable shown by an underscore whereas only the first output of a stereo pair can be selected but both switch together Select an output and rotate the knob to switch the input on the fly To set ALL outputs to a specific input scroll to the bottom line This adjustment only activates after you push the knob Input Settings There are two ways to make input adjustmen...

Страница 19: ...de is a command that temporarily switches a number of designated outputs to an input and when the override is released all outputs return to previous inputs An override sets a specified volume level for each output and if the output is muted or powered off will unmute or power on appropriately Output volume levels can be adjusted while an override is active but the level will be reset to the overr...

Страница 20: ...et to zero Brightness Brightness level of the keys and front panel display Choose 100 75 50 or 25 Also accessible by the dim button on the keyboard Front Panel IR On Off Disables enables front panel IR sensor If not required for control leave it off to avoid issues with sunlight or other interference Audio Sense Standby Choose standby mode either Audio Sense standby AS or Audio Sense Trigger AST I...

Страница 21: ...display truncated on the front panel display The Flexport inputs can be named in a similar fashion They can also be set to mono or stereo but additional setup must be performed See the FlexPort manual for details Levels Setup Tips Save your work Learn more www audioauthority com sonaflex_tips To connect via Ethernet connect the SonaFlex to the network via DHCP and check its network menu for the as...

Страница 22: ...rides see FlexPort Manual Audio override settings include input assignment output members output levels override priority and momentary or toggle mode for the audio override contact closures 7 Sound Scenes A sound scene is a system wide snapshot of all volume levels and input assignments Scenes allow the end user to recall previously captured system settings with a single button press Up to 10 sou...

Страница 23: ...muted or powered off A different source plays in each of the bedrooms In this example all seven filters are used for a 7 band parametric EQ set up at regular frequency intervals The frequencies may be set at any interval The levels may be set from 10db through 10db Bass and treble controls are not available on an output when Advanced DSP is enabled Activate loudness for intelligibility at low volu...

Страница 24: ... multiple SF 16Ms are included in the system Using Serial and Ethernet Telnet Follow the instructions for the controller of your choice using the serial settings below and or Ethernet settings acces sible via the SF 16M front panel menu Serial commands listed on page 29 are used for telnet or serial control Control4 SDDP is available for seamless Ethernet integration Transfer Rate 9600 bps Data Bi...

Страница 25: ...er the IP address of the SF 16M and leave the default port 23 to connect Once connected standard serial commands can be issued in an identical manner to serial control Using an IR Control System The SF 16M uses a two wire IR circuit It is imperative that the correct polarity be maintained when connecting third party IR equipment The 3 5MM pinout is shown in the illustration below Connect the IR si...

Страница 26: ... via a combo XLR 1 4 TRS input Override button defeatable with backlighting to indicate audio override status 15V phantom power defeatable for condenser microphones Input gain potentiometer Input can be assigned as Dual Mono 2 mono channels Mono 1 or Mono 2 on the FlexPort audio bus Optional Mix setting allows two FlexPort modules to be mixed together on a single FlexPort audio bus both inputs mus...

Страница 27: ...bles or Disables override button on the front panel Momentary Toggle Sets the override button to respond as a momentary or toggle switch Bus Termination On Off Turn on if the FPM is the last module in a daisy chain configuration Phantom Power On Off Turn on for phantom powered microphones FPM D and FPM U G FlexPort Bus In Connects via Cat 5 to the FlexPort Bus Out of another FPM in daisy chain sce...

Страница 28: ...th the SF 16M Be sure to place a spacer under the adapters at every screw location Secure the SF 16M to the rails of the equipment rack with the screws supplied and use appropriate chassis supports such as Middle Atlantic CSA Series FlexPort Module Override Button The purpose of the front panel override button is to switch designated SF 16M outputs to a FPM input Learn more www audioauthority com ...

Страница 29: ...mac address commit status Front Panel Controls Dim U DIM U1 4 DIM0 3 0 100 1 75 2 50 3 25 Sets the brightness level of the front panel display and lights IR Sensor U FPIR U1 4 FPIR0 2 0 off 1 on 2 toggle Enable disable the front panel IR sensor Lock Controls U FPL U1 4 FPL0 2 0 off 1 on 2 toggle Front panel lock Locks out front panel input keyboard knob to prevent changing system settings from the...

Страница 30: ...uts that are on will be turned off Query an Output U O Q U1 4 O1 16 Query a specified output which displays all settings related to that output Stereo or Mono U O STEREO U1 4 O1 16 STEREO0 2 0 off 1 on 2 toggle Enables or disables the pairing of outputs Stereo mode causes two outputs to track each other when performing all functions and also controls the manner in which inputs are connected to the...

Страница 31: ...U1 4 G1 10 Query a group which displays group members and group name Remove U G O R U1 4 G1 10 O1 16 Removes a single output or stereo pair from a group Remove All U GR U1 4 Clears the group membership of all groups Switch U G I U1 4 G1 10 I1 20 Switch the outputs in the group to the specified input based upon the mono stereo status of the input s and output s Volume U G V U1 4 G1 10 V 80 0 dB Set...

Страница 32: ...tput or stereo pair Peaking Filter U O B P F Unit 1 4 Output 1 16 Biquad 1 7 Peaking Boost 15 to 15 dB Frequency 1 20000 Hz Enable a peaking filter in the specified DSP and single output or stereo pair A peaking filter is essentially a parametric equalizer allowing a boost or cut at the frequency of interest Override Basic Audio Override Action U AO A U1 4 AO1 10 A0 2 0 off 1 on 2 toggle Override ...

Страница 33: ...ckets U XQSB U1 4 Query all settings but return them in square brackets Useful to copy and paste settings into a text file for editing Note that the unit will be unresponsive while displaying the settings WARNING if you have units looped together this command could cause unintended actions Contact Closure Audio Override Contact Closure Type U CC T A B U1 4 CC1 2 T0 1 0 audio override 1 scene prese...

Страница 34: ... current output levels input levels and mute status to the preset in the specified unit Standby Standby Global SBY SBY0 2 0 off 1 on 2 toggle Places all units in standby or releases them from standby Turning on standby causes all outputs to be disabled the DSP to stop running and the screen to be turned off Returning from standby turns on the DSP and the outputs Standby U SBY U1 4 SBY0 2 0 off 1 o...

Страница 35: ... that we will repair or replace the defective product at no cost Freight charges for the replacement unit will be paid by Audio Authority Ground service only A copy of the invoice from an Authorized Re seller showing the item number serial number and date of purchase proof of purchase must be submitted with the defective unit to constitute a valid in warranty claim Units that fail after the warran...

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