Allen & heath GR3 User Manual [ru]

ANALOGUE ZONE SERIES
ALLEN&HEATH
INSTALLATION & USER GUIDE
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The equipment has not been subject to misuse either intended or accidental, neglect, or alteration other than as described in the User Guide or Service Manual, or approved by Allen & Heath. The warranty does not cover fader wear and tear.
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GR3 User Guide
Copyright © 2016 Allen & Heath. All rights reserved.
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CAUTION
SERIAL No:
T 3.15A 20mm 220 - 240V~ T 5.0A 20mm 100 - 120V~
FUSE TYPE AC SUPPLY
47-63Hz 320VA MAX 300W MAX
AC MAINS IN ~
Contents
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 4
Packed Contents ............................................................................................................................. 4
Front Panel ...................................................................................................................................... 5
3.1 Input Section ............................................................................................................................. 5
3.2 Output Section .......................................................................................................................... 6
3.3 General ..................................................................................................................................... 7
Rear Panel ....................................................................................................................................... 7
4.1 General ..................................................................................................................................... 7
4.2 Control Section ......................................................................................................................... 8
4.3 Output Section .......................................................................................................................... 9
4.4 Input Section ............................................................................................................................. 9
Installing GR3 ................................................................................................................................10
5.1 Mounting the unit ....................................................................................................................10
Connecting to GR3 ........................................................................................................................11
6.1 Microphone Inputs .................................................................................................................11
6.2 Stereo Inputs ..........................................................................................................................11
6.3 Zone Outputs ..........................................................................................................................12
6.4 Alarm Input .............................................................................................................................13
6.5 Page Input ..............................................................................................................................14
6.6 Remote Connection ...............................................................................................................14
Setting up GR3 ..............................................................................................................................16
7.1 Operating Features ................................................................................................................16
7.2 Internal Jumper Settings ........................................................................................................17
7.3 Dip Switch Settings ................................................................................................................18
7.4 Programming Parameters ......................................................................................................19
FAQ ................................................................................................................................................20
Block Diagram ...............................................................................................................................21
Specifications .............................................................................................................................22
Connection Diagram ..................................................................................................................23
Application Examples ................................................................................................................24
Before starting, read the Important Safety Instructions printed on the sheet supplied with the equipment. For your own safety and that of the operator, technical crew and performers,
follow all instructions and heed all warnings printed on the sheet and on the equipment panels.
1 x Mains Cable (IEC C13 to local mains connector)
1 x Set of Rack ears
4 x M3 X 6mm Countersunk Pozi screws
2 x HDR Plug Phoenix 2W
2 x HDR Plug Phoenix 4W
6 x HDR Plug Phoenix 3W
4 x Blanking Bung
Introduction
4in / 2out Zone Mixer
The GR3 is a 1U rack-mounting or desktop audio mixer, providing simple yet comprehensive control of background music and paging in bars, restaurants, stores and other leisure / retail environments. Standout features include optional remote wall plates and a mic input on the front panel.
Packed Contents
The following items are included in the box when the GR3 is shipped. .
1 x GR3 Zone Mixer
1 x User Guide (AP10573). 1 x ROHS Addendum Notes (AP7014). 1 x Safety Instructions (AP9240/CL1-1) - PLEASE READ BEFORE CONTINUING WITH THIS MANUAL.
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Front Panel
3.1 Input Section
MIC SELECT – a user selectable switch for
MIC 1 input. MIC 1 signal can either be derived from the rear mount Phoenix or front mount XLR connectors.
MIC 1 INPUT – Front mount XLR
receptacle for MIC 1 input.
MIC LEVEL – Adjustable rotary level
control for MIC inputs 1-4. Mic level control of
-80 to +5dB.
MUSIC LEVEL – Adjustable rotary level
control for LINE inputs 1-4. Line level control of
-76 to +6dB.
Hi LEV LED – LED level indicator which
illuminates when signal to MIC 1-4 is approaching clip level. Mic Hi Level illuminates at +18dBu (clip level is +21dBu).
Z1 SELECTION INDICATOR – LED
indicator showing input selection to ZONE 1 mix bus.
Z2 SELECTION INDICATOR – LED
indicator showing input selection to ZONE 2 mix bus.
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3.2 Output Section
Z1 MIC MIX OUTPUT LEVEL – Adjustable
rotary level control for MIC Mix to Zone 1. Output level control of -74 to 0dB.
Z1 MIC SELECT SWITCH – Output Zone
Mic selection switch used to add/remove mic sources to/from the output Zone 1 mix signal. The following combinations are supported; Mic 1 only/Mic 2 only/All Mics.
Z1 OUTPUT METER - Three-segment LED
meter showing output level of Z1 Mix. Clip Level +21dBu.
Z1 MUSIC OUTPUT LEVEL – Adjustable
rotary level control of Music source to Zone 1. Output level control of -74 to 0dB.
Z1 MUSIC SELECT SWITCH – Output
Zone Music selection switch used to select Music source to output Zone 1 mix.
Z2 MIC SELECT SWITCH – Output Zone
Mic selection switch used to add/remove mic sources to/from the output Zone 2 mix signal. The following combinations are supported; Mic 1 only/Mics 2 only/All Mics.
Z2 OUTPUT METER - Three-segment LED
meter showing output level of Z2 Mix. Clip Level +21dBu.
Z2 MUSIC OUTPUT LEVEL – Adjustable
rotary level control of Music source to Zone 2. Output level control of -74 to 0dB.
Z2 MUSIC SELECT SWITCH – Output
Zone Music selection switch used to select Music source to output Zone 2 mix.
Z2 OUTPUT EQ – LF control of Zone 2
output signal.
Z2 OUTPUT EQ – HF control of Zone 2
output signal.
Z1 OUTPUT EQ – LF control of Zone 1
output signal.
Z1 OUTPUT EQ – HF control of Zone 1
output signal.
Z2 MIC MIX OUTPUT LEVEL – Adjustable
rotary level control for MIC Mix to Zone 2. Output level control of -74 to 0dB.
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3.3 General
POWER INDICATOR – LED indicator
showing the unit has power. Also used to indicate when unit is in ‘Programming’ mode (see section 6.4).
Rear Panel
4.1 General
MAINS SWITCH – Switch to power the
unitON/OFF.
AC POWER
IEC receptacle to connect mains power cable (included). 100V to 240V accepted.
KENSINGTON LOCK
Kensington lock cut-out for securing unit.
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4.2 Control Section
DIP SWITCHES
Dip switches used to control priority settings, zone lock, remote operation and contact closure configuration.
(See section 6.3 for detailed description).
ALARM INPUT
PAGE INPUT
Normally Open contact closure (DIP switch option for Normally Closed) for paging announcements. On activation all inputs will fade to the pre-set level except for Mic 1 and
Z1 & Z2 LED’s will flash slowly. Normal
operation will resume once contact is reset to original state.
ANALOGUE ZONE REMOTE
4-pole Euroblock connector for connection of custom or 3rd party volume and/or source selection panels.
DIGITAL ZONE REMOTE
RJ45 connector for use with the Allen & Heath PL-14 remote controller.
Normally Open contact closure (DIP switch option for Normally Closed) for emergency input detect. On activation all inputs will fade to the pre-set level except for Mic 1 and Z1 &
Z2 LED’s will flash quickly. Normal operation
will resume once contact is reset to original state.
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4.3 Output Section
Z1 & Z2 OUTPUTS
Stereo (mono configurable) balanced outputs on Phoenix connectors.
4.4 Input Section
STEREO INPUTS
Line level inputs 1 to 2 on unbalanced phono connectors.
Note: Unloaded Phono connectors can induce noise on the output if the input level is not on the fully off position. Either ensure unused channels have Zero Gain/Level or use termination connectors on unused inputs.
MIC INPUTS
Microphone input on balanced phoenix connector.
MIC INPUT ADJUSTMENT
Microphone gain trim pot used to adjust the input sensitivity of the pre-amplifier channel*.
*Setting the channel gain.
1. Connect the microphone to be used
with the associated input.
2. Speak into the microphone whilst
adjusting the gain trim with a small flat blade screwdriver.
3. Adjust the trim until the Hi Lev LED
illuminates and then trim back the level slightly so it no longer illuminates.
4. Further adjustments may be required to
suit the dynamics of the users’ normal
range.
M3 Torx ScrewM3 Torx Screw
Rackear
Installing GR3
5.1 Mounting the unit
The GR3 can be used as a stand-alone unit and placed on a hard surface or rack-mounted in a standard 19” profile.
You will need the following items;
T10 Torx screwdriver Small flat blade screwdriver Hex Screwdriver Rack ears (supplied) 4 x M3 Torx screws (supplied) 4 x M6 Screws
To rack-mount the unit follow the below procedure;
1. Using the supplied rack ears and M3 Torx
screws fit to the unit as in the below diagram.
2. Using the small flat bladed screwdriver
gently remove the four rubberized feet on the base of the unit.
Be sure to use the supplied screws or exact replacements (damage to internal
PCB’s can result when using longer
screws).
3. Install within the 19” rack making sure the
unit is secure.
Please ensure you have enough depth within the rack to accommodate the GR3 together with sufficient cable bending radius (the GR3 is 220mm deep).
Connecting to GR3
6.1 Microphone Inputs
Microphone inputs are balanced connections on Euroblock type connectors. Pin assignments are screen printed above the connector or alternatively use the below wiring diagram.
Refer to 4.4 Input Section for location details
6.2 Stereo Inputs
Line level stereo inputs are unbalanced on standard phono connectors. Pin assignments are screen printed above the connector or alternatively use the below wiring diagrams.
Refer to 4.4 Input Section for location details
Phono to Phono (Unbalanced to Unbalanced)
Tip = Tip Sleeve = Sleeve
XLR to Phoenix (Balanced to Balanced) 0 = Screen + = Hot
- = Cold
Balanced microphone input wiring example.
XLR/Euroblock to Phono (Impedance Balanced to Unbalanced)
Screen (Pin 1) = Sleeve Hot (Pin 2) = Tip Cold (Pin 3) = Link to Pin 1 on XLR
Unbalanced line input wiring example.
Balanced line input wiring example.
XLR/Euroblock to Phono (Active Balanced to Unbalanced)
Screen (Pin 1) = Sleeve Hot (Pin 2) = Tip Cold (Pin 3) = Floating
Balanced line input wiring example.
6.3 Zone Outputs
Zone outputs are balanced connections on Euroblock type connectors. Pin assignments are screen printed above the connector or alternatively use the below wiring diagrams.
Refer to 4.3 Output Section for location details
Phoenix to XLR (Balanced to Balanced)
0 = Screen + = Hot
- = Cold
Phoenix to TRS (Balanced to Balanced)
0 = Sleeve + = Tip
- = Ring
Balanced line output (XLR) wiring example.
Balanced line output (TRS) wiring example.
Phoenix to Phono (Balanced to Unbalanced)
0 = Sleeve + = Tip
- = Link to 0 on Phoenix
Balanced line output (Phono) wiring example.
6.4 Alarm Input
The Alarm input is a 2-pole connection on Euroblock type connector and is typically configured to the Normally Closed contacts. Pin assignments are screen printed above the connector or alternatively use the below wiring diagrams.
Refer to 4.2 Control Section for location details
2-Wire Alarm Contact Closure
0 = COM + = N/C (or N/O)
2-wire contact example.
6.5 Page Input
The Page input is a 2-pole connection on Euroblock type connector and is typically configured to the Normally Open contacts. Pin assignments are screen printed above the connector or alternatively use the below wiring diagrams.
Refer to 4.2 Control Section for location details
6.6 Remote Connection
There are two methods for connecting a remote control to the GR4.
Digital Remote Connection
The RJ45 “ZONE REMOTE” port allows for the connection of the Allen & Heath PL-14 remote controllers. A maximum of two PL-14’s can be connected in daisy-chain wiring with various control options depending on installation requirements (see PL-14 manual for additional details).
Refer to 4.2 Control Section for location details
2-Wire Paging Switch
0 = COM + = N/O (or N/C)
2-wire switch example.
Digital Remote (RJ45 to RJ45)
1 = White/Orange 2 = Orange 3 = White/Green 4 = Blue 5 = White/Blue 6 = Green 7 = White/Brown 8 = Brown
RJ45 Wiring Example using TIA/EIA 568B standard.
Analogue Remote Connection
The analogue inputs are 4-pole Euroblock type connectors for Zone 1 & Zone 2 control. These are 0-10V inputs and are typically used as a variable resistance and stepped voltage control for analogue volume control and source selection. Pin assignments are screen printed above the connector or alternatively use the below wiring diagrams.
Refer to 4.2 Control Section for location details
4-Wire Analogue Remote
0 = 0V L = Level S = Source + = 10V
Analogue remote connection example
Setting up GR3
7.1 Operating Features
The GR3 is a feature rich analogue zone mixer. Multiple configurations are possible by means of internal jumpers, external dip switches and also via digital programmable pre-sets.
The below gives an overview of the various Modes that the GR3 enters when signal is sensed on various input connectors.
Primary Mic Mode: When audio sensed on Mic 1 channel and/or PAGE contact closure is sensed then music is faded to pre-set level and Mic 2 muted for the duration of the announcement. Mic 1 zone select LEDs flash slowly when in primary mic mode.
Secondary Mic Mode: When audio is sensed on Mic 2, then music is faded to pre-set level for the duration of the announcement. Mic 2 zone select LEDs flash slowly when in secondary mic mode.
Emergency Mic Mode: When ALARM contact is activated all zone feeds are muted and Mic 1 is fed direct to all zones. All select LEDs except Mic 1 LED are switched off for the duration. Mic 1 LED will flash quickly.
Juke Box Mode: Is a priority Music feed. When in Jukebox mode and audio is sensed on ST2 the current music feed will ‘duck’* to the pre-set level. If ST2 is silent for the pre-set period, the previous Music selection will resume. Mic volume is not affected by Jukebox priority.
*Pre-set levels for the above modes are
achieved via a side-chain compressor or ‘ducker’. A ducker is dynamic control of Input x by input y which has a higher priority. If audio is detected at Input y then Input x will be
‘Ducked’ by a predetermined level which can
be set by the user (see Table 1 6.4 for user definable parameters). In addition to the amount of attenuation is applied to the
‘Ducked’ signal the user can also control the
hold time and release time of the compressor to suit the application.
Jumper
Function
State when Jumper fitted
MIC 1 High Pass Filter @ 150Hz
Filter Inactive
MIC 2 High Pass Filter @ 150Hz
Filter Inactive
ST1 A Gain
+10dB of gain applied
ST1 B Gain
+10dB of gain applied
ST2 A Gain
+10dB of gain applied
ST2 B Gain
+10dB of gain applied
Zone 1 A Gain
-10dB Attenuation
Zone 1 B Gain
-10dB Attenuation
Zone 2 A Gain
-10dB Attenuation
Zone 2 B Gain
-10dB Attenuation
Zone 1 Mono
Mono Mix of Zone 1
Zone 2 Mono
Mono Mix of Zone 2
CAUTION
SERIAL No:
T 3.15A 20mm 220 - 240V~ T 5.0A 20mm 100 - 120V~
FUSE TYPE AC SUPPLY
47-63Hz 320VA MAX 300W MAX
AC MAINS IN ~
CAUTION
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Phantom Power Link
7.2 Internal Jumper Settings
Please ensure that unit is switched off before changing any jumper settings. Ensure
necessary precautions have been taken prior to removal of cover. If in doubt call an experienced engineer.
A Mic 1 Level Paging Detect
B Mic 2 Level Paging Detect
C Jukebox Mode Z1
D Jukebox Mode Z2
E Z1 Mic Select Lock
F Z1 Music Select Lock
G Z2 Mic Select Lock
H Z2 Music Select Lock
I Z1 Volume Remote Enable
J Z1 Stereo Input Remote Enable
K Z2 Volume Remote Enable
L Z2 Stereo Input Remote Enable
M PAGE logic invert
N ALARM logic invert
O Phantom Power Enable Mic 1
P Phantom Power Enable Mic 2
Switches Primary Mic mode (ON)
Switches Secondary Mic mode (ON)
Switches Jukebox mode in Zone 1 (ON)
Switches Jukebox mode in Zone 2 (ON)
Locks the front MIC SEL switch for Z1 (ON)
Locks the front MUSIC SEL switch for Z1 (ON)
Locks the front MIC SEL switch for Z2 (ON)
Locks the front MUSIC SEL switch for Z2 (ON)
Enables Z1 remote volume control (ON)
Enables Z1 remote source select (ON)
Enables Z2 remote volume control (ON)
Enables Z2 remote source select (ON)
Normally Open (OFF) Normally Closed (ON)
Normally Open (OFF) Normally Closed (ON)
Enables Phantom Power MIC 1 (ON)
Enables Phantom Power MICS 2* (ON)
7.3 Dip Switch Settings
There are 16 Rear mounted DIP switches for selecting various options.
DIP switch settings Up = ON. Factory default = all switches down (OFF).
*Phantom Power for individual mics can be disconnected via an internal link (as shown in internal jumper diagram)
Value 1 2 3 4
Parameter
LED
MIC1 Z1
MIC1 Z2
MIC2-4 Z1
MIC2-4 Z2
1 Ducker Attenuation
ST1 Z1
(Solid)
-6dB
-12dB
-20dB
-80dB
2 Ducker Hold Time
ST1 Z2
(Solid)
500mS
1500mS
5s
10s
3 Ducker Release Time
ST2 Z1
(Solid)
1.5s
5s
10s
30s
4 Music Crossfade Time
ST2 Z2
(Solid)
200mS
500mS
1.5s
3s
5 Jukebox Attack Time
ST1 Z1
(Blink)
40mS
100mS
250mS
500mS
6 Jukebox Hold Time
ST1 Z2
(Blink)
1s
5s
10s
30s
7 Jukebox Release Time
ST2 Z1
(Blink)
500mS
1.5s
5s
10s
7.4 Programming Parameters
The GR3 has a total of 7 parameters (shown in Table 1) which are configurable by the installer/user.
Each parameter has four pre-defined values which can be stepped through and set as required.
Changing a Parameter Step by Step Guide
To enter Programming Mode;
1. Press and hold Z1 Mic & Music “SEL” switches whilst powering on
the GR3
2. Power LED will flash continuously whilst in Programming Mode.
Changing a parameter;
1. Use Z2 Mic & Music “SEL” switches to toggle through the parameter
to change as shown in Table 1 (Note LED sequence).
2. Use Z1 Mic & Music “SEL” switches to toggle through the value
required as shown in Table 1.
3. The new parameter value is stored automatically. The parameter LED will flash
quickly during the save procedure.
Exit Programming Mode;
1. Power cycle the unit to return to normal operation, LED will remain solid
Table 1 – Showing Parameter/Value/LED State matrix. (Factory settings in orange).
FAQ
Q: What are the main differences between the GR3 and GR2?
A: The GR3 has an additional stereo zone output. Each microphone input has individual tone control. Additional connectors have been added to the front panel in the form of an XLR Mic input for priority announcements. The ability to control the mix of mic and music sources on zone outputs 1 & 2.
Q: My audio sources keep fading in and out?
A: It is likely that one or more dip switches have been set to the “ON” position. The GR3 has various “MODES” that allow priority control of the incoming signals.
Primary Mic Mode (Dip Switch A). This
will automatically mute mic 2 and fade the music sources to a pre-defined level.
Secondary Mic Mode (Dip Switch B).
This will automatically fade the music sources to a pre-defined level.
“ZONE REMOTE” RJ45 port on the rear of the unit will accept up to two PL-14’s which are connected in a ‘daisy-chain’ configuration. An
optional PL-5 remote is also available for Infrared control of the PL-14. Alternatively a custom or 3rd party 0-10v controller can be
wired to the “REMOTE Z1” and/or “REMOTE Z2” connectors on the rear of the unit.
Q: I want to change some of the processors software parameters?
A: These options can be accessed by holding down Z1 select buttons whilst powering the unit.
Mic ducking attenuation, hold and
release speeds.
Music cross fade speed. Juke box attack, hold and release
speed.
Jukebox Mode (Dip Switch C & D).
This will fade down the music on all stereo inputs except for ST2 which is set as the Jukebox priority input.
Q: Can I control the unit over a standard network?
A: No, the rear RJ45 port is for use with Zone remote panels only and is not intended for connection to a network switch.
Q: How do I control the unit remotely?
A: Remote control can be achieved by either using the optional Allen & Heath PL-14 controller or via custom wired control. The
Block Diagram
Microphone Inputs
Mic Input Sensitivity (Gain = Min)
0dBu
Mic Input Sensitivity (Gain = Max)
-50dBu
Mic Level control (Max)
+5dB
Mic Level control (Min)
-80dB
Mic HPF -3dB
150Hz
Mic EQ LF
+/- 15dB fc = 80Hz
Mic EQ HF
+/-15dB fc = 8kHz
Mic Frequency Response 20Hz – 20kHz
+/-1dB
Mic THD+n @0dBu in 1kHz
0.004% 22-22kHz
Mic THD+n @-30dBu in 30dB gain 1kHz
0.005% 22-22kHz
Mic Hi Level warning LED (Unity gain)
+18dBu
Clip level (Unity gain)
+21dBu
Stereo Inputs
ST Input Sensitivity (Gain link OFF)
0dBu
ST Input Sensitivity (Gain Link ON)
-10dBu
ST Level control (Max)
+6dB
ST Level control (Min)
-76dB
ST Frequency response 20Hz – 20kHz
+/-0.5dB
ST THD+n @-10dBu in 1kHz
0.015% 22-22kHz
ST THD+n @0dBu in 1kHz
0.035% 22-22kHz
Crosstalk from unselected channel
-75dB @ 1kHz
Zone Outputs
Main Zone Level control (Max)
0dB
Main Zone Level control (Min)
-74dB
Main Zone Hi Lev LED (Unity gain)
+18dBu
Main Zone EQ LF
+/-15dB fc = 80Hz
Main Zone EQ HF
+/-15dB fc = 8kHz
Main Zone Clip level (Unity gain)
+21dBu
Noise
ST Input to Main Zone output (Unity)
-90dBu 22-22kHz
Mic Input routed at Min gain as well
-88dBu 22-22kHz
Mic Input routed at Max gain
-77dBu 22-22kHz (150R source)
Power Consumption
GR3 unit (no remote attached)
15W
Weights & Dimensions
Height
48mm (1.9”)
Length
242mm (9.5”)
Width
438mm (17.2”)
Weight
3.4kg (7.5lbs)
Specifications
Connection Diagram
Application Examples
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