Audient Nero User Manual

Monitor Controller

Manual v2.0

Welcome to your new Audient Nero Monitor Controller

To help get you started please visit audient.com/nero

to download the supporting documentation and brochures for our product range.

The 12V DC power supply comes with interchangeable UK, EU, US and Australian Socket Adaptors and will work across a broad range of Mains Voltages, making Nero globally portable.

Inside the box:

•Nero

•12V Switch Mode Power Supply with Regional Adaptors

•Quick Start Guide

Features include:

•4 x Stereo Analogue sources

-2 x Line Level Inputs

-1 x Dedicated Cue Mix Input

-1 x Aux Input (RCA or Mini Jack)

•Optical & Coaxial S/PDIF Inputs

•3 x Stereo Speaker Outputs

•1 x Assignable Sub Output

•4 x Headphone Outputs with flexible routing

•Smart Touchpoints for user customisation

•Talkback Input

•Internal Microphone

•External Talkback Input

•Dim, Cut, Mono & Polarity Monitor Controls

Contents

Nero Overview	4
Safety Information	5
Declaration of Conformities	7
Setup Diagrams	8
Hardware Features:	12
Power Switch	13
Inputs	14
Outputs	15
Routing	16
Input Selection	16
Speaker Output Selection	17
Volume Control	18
Monitoring Functions	18
Talkback	19
Saving your Routing	20
Factory Reset	20
Smart Touchpoints	21
Speaker Level Matching	21
Smart Mono Mode	22
Assignable Sub	22
User Defined Dim	23
Talkback Routing	23

Signal Flow Diagrams

Technical Specifications

Warranty

Contact

Service

Glossary

Nero Overview

Aux Input Trim		Input
and Alt Input		Source
Selection		Selection

Talkback Mic

Gain & On/Off

Switch

S/PDIF Sub

Inputs Output

Speaker

Volume &

Input Meters

Speaker

Cut and Dim

Controls

Speaker

Output

Selection

Mono and	Headphone
Polarity Flip	Source Selection
of Left	Buttons & Volume
Channel	Controls

External

Talkback

Input

Power	Headphone	Speaker	Analogue	Talkback
Switch &	Outputs	Outputs	Input	Mic
DC Input	2-4		Sources	Selector

Safety Information

Important Safety Instructions

Please read all of these instructions and save them for later reference before connecting the DC power adapter to the mains and powering up Nero.

To prevent electrical shock and fire hazard follow all instructions on the 12VDC power supply. Nero itself does not operate with any high voltage mains supply inside the unit but appropriate safety measures should still be adhered to regarding the AC/DC supply.

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Please ensure you only use the included Nero power supply. We cannot recommend the usage of third party power supplies. In the event of a power supply failure do not open the 12VDC supply. If required, please contact Audient support so that a suitable replacement can be sourced.

Nero utilises an external switch-mode power supply that is very quiet and rated at 2A. This switchmode design will accept any A.C line voltage from 100v to 240v @ 50/60Hz. Therefore the unit will work anywhere in the world but please ensure yourA.C mains line voltage is within this specification.

Consult a qualified technician if you suspect difficulties. Do not attempt to tamper with the power supply or mains voltages - HAZARDOUS TO HEALTH. Ensure that the appropriate international pin adapter is fitted to the power supply before insertion into the mains socket.

WARNING!

To reduce risk of fire or electrical shock, DO NOT expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

No user serviceable parts inside. Please refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

Safety Information

Important Safety Instructions

1.Read these instructions

2.Keep these instructions

3.Heed all warnings

4.Follow all instructions

5.Do not use this equipment near water

6.Clean only with dry cloth

7.Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other equipment (including amplifiers) that produce heat

8.Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized

plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet

9.Protect power cords from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the equipment

10.Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer

11.Unplug this equipment during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time

12.Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the equipment has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the equipment, the equipment has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped

13.For products that are a mains powered device: The equipment shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids (such as vases) shall be placed on the equipment

Declaration of Conformities

FCC Part 15B

This apparatus has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a class-A digital device, pursuant to Part 15B of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

1.Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna

2.Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver

3.Connect the equipment into an outlet on a different circuit from that to which the receiver is connected

4.Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

We, Audient Ltd, Aspect House, Herriard, Hampshire, RG25 2PN, UK, 01256 381944, declare under our sole responsibility that the product Nero complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1.This device may not cause harmful interference,

2.This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation

We, Audient Ltd, declare that the product, the Nero, to which this declaration relates, is in material conformity with the appropriate CE standards and directives for an audio product designed for consumer use.

Audient Ltd has conformed where applicable, to the European Union’s Directive 2002/95/EC on Restrictions of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) as well as the following sections of California law which refer to RoHS, namely sections 25214.10, 25214.10.2, and 58012, Health and Safety Code; Section 42475.2, Public Resources

Please note that Audient Nero is exempt from the EC 1275/2008 power management requirement for the following reason:

Nero is designed with the analogue line inputs being the primary functional input of the device. When an input device is connected, Nero must be active to wait for a signal. During a recording or mixing session it can be a long time until audio

is actually played. If Nero were to go into a standby mode or similar, this would cause a disruption to a recording session as the user would expect the unit to be operational even if the input is not being actively used.

Setup Diagrams

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