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Rev.7a (for units from ser.no. 51053/built 2010)   26.01.2010   This document substitutes previous versions    page 1 of 34 

Zähl Elektronik-Tontechnik • Odenthaler Str. 47 • D-51465 Bergisch Gladbach • [email protected] • www.zaehl.com 

Distributor (National/International):  

sono Studiotechnik GmbH • Haagerstraße 5 • D-81671 München • Tel. +49 89 419671-0 •

 

[email protected]

 • 

www.sono.de

 

AIRCOM Manual

 

from ser.no. 51053/built 2010 

AIRCOM 

 

       

Dual Commentator’s Unit 

 

 

 high level of functionality 

• 

sophisticated configuration, also 

  applicable as interpreter unit 

• 

easy handling 

 compact design  

 reliable in operation 

 versatile link features 

 
 

AIRCOM provides ON-AIR and Intercom functionality for two commentators featuring great audio 

performance and a high level of functionality. 
AIRCOM is designed for the use with reportage- und SNG-units, for mobile broadcast setups and 

studio applications. 
Use AIRCOM’s comprehensive configuration and remote control features and just work your way – on 

whatever demanding application: commentator, interpreter* or voice-over. 

(*AIRCOM-IR Interpreter Remote unit available as optional accessory)  

Straight forward analogue design with clear and intuitive handling -  highly appreciated by every 

operator. Furthermore, AIRCOM’s versatile link features make it easy to integrate into latest broadcast 

technology. 
 

A cover on the front panel hides switches and 

trimmer potentiometers which are used for 

setting up the unit. When closed after  
configuration, easy handling and safe 

operation are guaranteed.  

standard audio I/O as XLR 
37pole Sub-D with GPI I/O und audio I/O 
for linking with other system components 

like intercom-systems, failsafe transmission 

lines etc. 

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Страница 1: ...functionality AIRCOM is designed for the use with reportage und SNG units for mobile broadcast setups and studio applications Use AIRCOM s comprehensive configuration and remote control features and...

Страница 2: ...s previous versions page 2 of 34 Z hl Elektronik Tontechnik Odenthaler Str 47 D 51465 Bergisch Gladbach info zaehl com www zaehl com Distributor National International sono Studiotechnik GmbH Haagerst...

Страница 3: ...els A Guest B Sum Output 13 5 5 Level Meter und O L Display 13 5 6 Monitoring 14 5 6 1 Internal Sources 14 5 6 2 External Sources 14 5 6 3 Intercom Call Signalisation 14 5 6 4 L R Monitoring Options P...

Страница 4: ...l stress or shock 1 9 Ensure that liquids cannot get into the equipment 1 10 Ensure that foreign objects cannot get into the equipment 1 11 Only clean the equipment with smooth cleaning tissues and so...

Страница 5: ...ows no external damage the equipment is shipped to the manufacturer or to an authorised repair shop free of charge a proof of purchase is supplied a detailed failure description is supplied The manufa...

Страница 6: ...for input levels from 64dBu to 0dBu GUEST 60dBu 15dBu Depending on the configuration setting the inputs provide 48V phantom power Important Note Before connecting a microphone always check if the inp...

Страница 7: ...t any supply voltage directly to a control output Refer to chapter Technical Data to find information about maximum allowable current Exceeding any limits can cause damage on the unit or the circuitry...

Страница 8: ...ersions page 8 of 34 Z hl Elektronik Tontechnik Odenthaler Str 47 D 51465 Bergisch Gladbach info zaehl com www zaehl com Distributor National International sono Studiotechnik GmbH Haagerstra e 5 D 816...

Страница 9: ...ions are labelled in short form on the inside of the cover In this manual the switches are designated by bank number followed by the switch number eg 1 11 bank 1 switch 11 or 4 2 bank 4 switch 2 Bank...

Страница 10: ...Note Limiter configuration setting only affects the commentator channel outputs Intercom outputs are always post limiter Gain Setting Set microphone gain at the gain trimmers labelled MIC A and MIC B...

Страница 11: ...ht up yellow Push them once to activate they light up red Push them again to deactivate Activating ON AIR button COMM A resp COMM B switches the commentator s microphone signals to the respective outp...

Страница 12: ...input stage LoCut 80Hz 24dB Oct Frequencies below 80Hz are suppressed very effectively Use depends on speaker microphone and environmental conditions LoCut will also reduce pop or low frequency inter...

Страница 13: ...ust switch the respective channel ON AIR which you want to adjust Note 2 For line checks you can switch the built in test oscillator on the outputs The oscillator is applied straight to the output sta...

Страница 14: ...s on by configuration refer to 6 8 different behaviour if CONFERENCE is activated refer to 5 6 5 5 6 2 External Sources PROGRAM Program signal fed into 3pole XLR labelled PROGRAM on rear panel COM 1 I...

Страница 15: ...fer to 6 9 5 6 5 CONFERENCE The CONFERENCE button labelled CONF and the associated LED are located on the front panel in between the monitor level controls of commentator A and commentator B After pow...

Страница 16: ...4 Audio outputs AUX OUT A and AUX OUT B are available at the Sub D connector designated REMOTE GPI AUDIO on the rear panel AUX OUT A provides commentator A signal AUX OUT B commentator B signal The o...

Страница 17: ...hich is signalled by the LEDs above the COM2 level controls Both LEDs labelled OFF light up yellow Signalisation at TALK 2 buttons is suppressed and the respective control outputs GPI refer to 7 3 are...

Страница 18: ...ts the monitoring of the co commentator 6 9 Link Program A Link Program B Configuration switch 4 10 for commentator A Configuration switch 4 11 for commentator B Note Typically you will use this featu...

Страница 19: ...Test signal is directly fed into the output stages It does not pass through any signal procession E g the summing output will always deliver the same level if A or B are ON AIR active or not there is...

Страница 20: ...anel Set AIRCOM configuration to REMOTE ENABLE ref to chapter 7 2 and ON AIR LOCK ref to chapter 6 1 AIRCOM IR is pre wired to activate IR MODE It takes advantage of AIRCOM REMOTE LINK Mode in combina...

Страница 21: ...chapter 7 2 Operational Elements and Functional Displays REMOTE ENABLE latching pushbutton switch located on the front panel right part of the configuration area REM LINK yellow red LED located at th...

Страница 22: ...activated OFF AIR G when activated ON AIR button GUEST will be deactivated SC CUT A when activated SIDECHAIN monitoring of commentator A is disabled SC CUT B when activated SIDECHAIN monitoring of com...

Страница 23: ...n operation is performed at the AIRCOM unit The main intercom contact can be addressed by TALK 1 button on the AIRCOM unit In order to address other intercom destinations the commentators use the oper...

Страница 24: ...used for proprietary functions of the intercom system additional intercom channels When a TALK button on the operating interface of the intercom system is actuated a control signal should drive the r...

Страница 25: ...IRCOM s high quality audio front end At the same time you achieve a maximum utilisation of technical resources in the field and there is an option for a failsafe system But consider In this setup your...

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Страница 30: ...19671 0 sales sono de www sono de AIRCOM Manual 9 Connectors Pin Out 9 1 Audio Inputs Audio Outputs 9 1 1 XLR sockets female 3pole Inputs Pin 1 shield Pin 2 hot Pin 3 cold 9 1 2 XLR sockets male 3pole...

Страница 31: ...fo zaehl com www zaehl com Distributor National International sono Studiotechnik GmbH Haagerstra e 5 D 81671 M nchen Tel 49 89 419671 0 sales sono de www sono de AIRCOM Manual 9 3 Remote GPI AUDIO Sub...

Страница 32: ...ering LoCut switchable 24dB Oct below 80Hz 10 2 Microphone Line Input Commentator GUEST Microphone only values which do not to comply with 10 1 input gain 21dB 67dB typ no switchable Pad maximum input...

Страница 33: ...correct function of the units or any damage Furthermore warranty will be void 10 7 Control Outputs GPI OUT Important Follow all warnings and hints given in chapter 3 3 Control outputs are designed as...

Страница 34: ...all warnings and hints given in chapter 3 4 This output designation DC ONLY delivers 5 Volt DC nominal It may be exclusively used for supplying a standard 5V LED Lamp with USB connector commercially...

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