Audient Nero Desktop Monitor Controller User manual

User Manual V1.0
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ContentsWelcome and Thank You
Thank you for choosing this Audient product
Nero has been designed to deliver pristine sound quality whilst giving you powerful control over your monitoring.
Featuring a comprehensive range of I/O, console style monitor control, Precision Matched Attenuation Technology, an assignable sub output and Smart Touchpoints.
With the incredible flexibility and customisation provided, Nero will sit comfortably at the core of your studio.
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
Welcome and Thank you 2 Nero Overview 4 Box Contents 6 Safety Information 7 Declaration of Conformities 9 Setup Diagrams 11 Hardware Features: 14
Power Switch 15 Inputs 16 Outputs 17
Speaker Output Selection 19 Volume Control 20
Monitoring Functions 20
Talkback 21 Saving your Routing 22 Factory Reset 22 Smart Touchpoints 23
Speaker Level Matching 23
Smart Mono Mode 24 Assignable Sub 24
User Defined Dim 25
Talkback Routing 25
Routing 18 Input Selection 18
Signal Flow Diagrams 26 Technical Specifications 28 Warranty & Contact 29 Service 31 Glossary 32
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Nero OverviewNero Overview
Aux Input Trim
and Alt Input
Selection
Talkback Mic
Gain & On/O
Switch
Input
Source
Selection
Speaker
Volume &
Input Meters
Speaker
Output
Selection
S/PDIF
Inputs
Sub
Output
External
Talkback
Input
Speaker
Cut and Dim
Controls
Mono and
Polarity Flip
of Left
Channel
Headphone
Source Selection
Buttons & Volume
Controls
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Power Switch & DC Input
Headphone
Outputs
2-4
Speaker Outputs
Analogue
Input
Sources
Talkback
Mic
Selector
Safety InformationBox Contents and Setup
Inside your Nero packaging you will find the following items:
Nero
12V Switch Mode Power Supply with Regional Adaptors
Quick Start Guide
Please visit audient.com/nero to download the latest 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.
We hope that you enjoy using Nero!
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.
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 switch-mode 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 your A.C mains line voltage is within this specification.
Consult a qualified technician if you suspect diculties. 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.
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! WARNING !
TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
PLEASE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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Declaration of ConformitiesSafety 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
11. 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
12. 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.
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 o 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 dierent circuit from that to which the receiver is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
9. Protect power cords from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the equipment Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer
10. Unplug this equipment during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time
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Declaration of Conformities
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, 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.
Setup Diagrams
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.
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