Audiopole ZONIX 1212 User Manual
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ZONIX 1212
USER MANUAL
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Safety Instructions
READ CAREFULLY THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS
POWER SUPPLY
Connect the appliance only on a current corresponding to the characteristics listed in the back of the device.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock, or a failure not covered by the warranty.
POWER CORD
Before using the appliance for the first time, check that the supply voltage is consistent with that of the sector.
Before connection to the mains check that the power cord is properly plugged. Route the power cord so that it
cannot be squashed or bent and keep it away from moisture and significant heat sources. In case of
deterioration or failure please contact dealer to replace it with an identical cord. A damaged cord may result in
fire or electric shock.
PROTECTIVE GROUND
The appliance must be connected to the ground, don't remove the ground wiring of the power cord connector.
HUMIDITY
Do not expose the unit to rain or moisture and do not place container containing a liquid that might tip over. Do
not handle any connector with wet hands. In case of thunderstorm, turn the unit off and disconnect it from any
power outlet.
HEAT
Do not install the unit in a place subject to excessive heat or direct radiation from the Sun. Operating ambient
temperature must not be below 5 ° C (41 ° F) or above 35 ° C (95 ° F).
DAMAGE
Unplug immediately in the event of introduction of liquids or objects in the device as well as in the event of
damage to the power cable. Also unplug the unit if it emits smoke, an odor, or unusual noise. Then contact a
dealer or a Service Center authorized by Audiopole.
DISPOSAL
This symbol indicates the presence of a dangerous voltage.
This made symbol refers to information in the instructions manual.
This symbol indicates that the disposal of this product is submitted to local regulations. Please
contact your local dealer.
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1. Introduction …………………………………………………………………………………….. 4
2. Main Features………………………………………………………………………………...… 4
3. Description ……………………………………………………………………..…………..….. 4
A. Front Panel…………………………………………………………..…………….…. 4
B. Rear Panel ……………………………………………………..……….…………… 5
4. Software………………………………………...……………….…………………................... 6
5. Menu Bar…….………….…………………………………………………….……………….… 7
1. File……………………………………………………….…………….………………. 7
2. Local Settings…………………………………………….………….……………….. 7
a. RC Panel Configuration…………………….……………….………..….. 7
b. Channel Setting………………………………….……………………...... 7
c. Device List …………………………………….……………….………….. 8
d. Connect………………………………….………………..………............. 8
e. Disconnect………………………………….………………….…………... 8
f. Center Control Command ……………….………………………………. 9
3. Device Settings ………………………………………………………………………. 10
a. User Manager ……………..…………………………..………………….. 10
b. Serial Settings …………………………………………………………….. 11
c. Network Settings ……………………………………………................... 11
d. Scene Manager …………………………………………….…………….. 12
e. Voice tracking …………………………………………………...………... 13
f. GPIO Setting …………………………………………………..…………. 15
4. Help ……………………………………………………………………….…………… 20
a. Content ……………..…………………………………..………………..... 10
b. About ………………………………………………….…………………... 11
6. Inputs ……………………………………………………………………….…….…………..… 21
1. Creating Groups of Inputs…………………………………………..…..………….. 22
2. Manage the Position of the Faders……………………….……………………….. 22
3. Input Parameters ………………………………………………………………..….. 23
4. Expander / Gate …………………………………………………………………...... 24
5. Parametric EQ……………………………………………………………………….. 25
6. Compressor ………………………………………………………………………….. 26
7. Automatic Gain Control (AGC) …………………………………….....………….... 27
8. Scene Manager and GPIO ……………………………………………………….... 28
9. Ducker ……………………………………………………………………………….. 29
10. SPL (Ambient Noise Controller) …………………………………………………... 30
7. Outputs …………………………………………………………………………………….…… 31
1. Source ……………………………………………………………............................ 32
2. Speaker Manager …………………………………………………………………… 32
3. Limiter ………………………………………………………………………………... 33
4. Output Level …………………………………………………………………………. 34
8. Technical Features …………………………………………….….………………………….. 35
9. Warranty ………………………………………………….……………………….……………. 36
Index
Introduction
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Thank you for your purchase of the AUDIOPOLE ZONIX 1212. This very powerful processor offers many
possibilities thanks to its flexibility and its technology. Controlled by a 64 bits DSP, the features of this matrix
are numerous and can be used or not depending on the applications. Providing 12 inputs and 12 outputs, the
ZONIX 1212 delivers the most efficient price/quality. With a very intuitive user interface, the management of
complex areas becomes easy.
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• 12 analog inputs , 12 analog outputs
• 16 GPIO
• 64 bits DSP platform
• 24 bits A/D-D/A 48 kHz to 96 kHz
• RS 232 bidirectional, RS 485
• M-LAN multi-purpose data transmission and control port
• Adaptive PoE external panel control interface
• Input modules:
Pre amp; sine wave, white and pink noise generator; Gate / Expander; 5 bands parametric EQ; AGC
(Automatic Gain Control); Compressor; Ducker; ANC (Ambient Noise Controller).
• Output modules:
8 bands Parametric EQ, HPF, LPF, Delay
• Voice tracking
Main features
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1 – POWER
Power indicator.
2 – STATUS
When the system run normally the indicator is flickering, it stays ON during upgrading.
3 – IN
Individual input signal indicators: It illuminates green when a signal is present and red when the channel is
switched off (MUTE).
4 – OUT
Individual indicators of output signal: It illuminates green when a signal is present and red when the channel is
switched off (MUTE).
A – Front panel
Panel layout
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Description
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B – Rear Panel
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6 8 9
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5 – POWER
Power socket: accepts voltages from 100V ~ 240V, 50 ~ 60 Hz.
6 – M-LAN
Network interface, to connect PC: on-line editing and command, receiving and sending control.
7 – RC-LINK
External control panel interface, to connect RC panels via the network cable.
8 – RS232
Bidirectional communication interface to connect external central control equipment. Support camera tracking.
9 – RS485
Communication interface. Support camera tracking.
10 – GPIO
8 inputs / 8 outputs GPIO DB25 socket.
11 – RESET
System reset button.
12 – Ground
Ground connection.
13, 15, 17 – OUT
Analog audio output sockets.
14, 16, 18 – IN
Analog MIC/LINE input sockets.
Sotware Inctructions
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The software is compatible with Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7 and Windows 8. Before installing the software,
verify that "NET Framework 3.5" is installed in the computer. Also check the compatibility of the network with the
IP address of the device defined by default (192.168.10.10).
Once properly installed software the following screen is displayed as shown in figure below.
1 – Menus and tool bars
The menu bar contains the main software functions and the toolbar underneath displays processing modules
options.
2 – Copy / Paste!
Copies of the parameters of a module to another similar module. Click on the module to copy, it is framed in
red, click on Copy, select another module, and then click Paste.
3 – Processing modules control zone
At the software start, this area shows the functional diagram of the matrix. After making a selection in the
toolbar, this box displays one or more processing modules for each channel.
4 – Control of the inputs / outputs
Displays the gain, level and mute for each inputs / outputs.
5 – Functions and non-visible channel
The processing modules in the box (3) correspond to the last channel being clicked; to view channels hidden
on the screen, use the arrow keys left and right. When a channel is framed in red the Copy / Paste can be
performed. When the frame is blue, then it displays its own settings.
6 – DSP resources bar
Displays the DSP resources, the type of user and the network connection.
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b - Channel Setting
Conduct sorting, grouping and hiding operations to the input and output channels.
• Sort: shows the position of channels on the screen. To change a position, select a channel and use the
commands Scroll up and Scroll down.
• Name: Select the channel, click in the cell in the column Name and change the name.
• Type: Displays channel attributes, cannot be modified..
• Visible: viewing or hiding a channel on the screen.
• Group: displays information for the channels that are grouped.
Menu Bar
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1 – File
• New: Create a new editing file. Original parameters are configured at the factory.
• Open: Load a saved scene.
• Save: Save the current configuration to the local disk.
• Exit: Exit from the software.
2 - Local Settings
a - RC panel Configuration
Refer to the operating instructions specific to the programming of the control panels by opening the menu and
by clicking on the icon « ? » Then select the language English or French in the dialog box.
c - Device List
• Click Search to check the devices in the current LAN. The search result is shown above. If the IP address is
known, input it. Then click Connect.
• The sign " ! " in the column Status indicates that there is a problem with the network connection. Then
check the IP addresses and repeat the operation.
• If Connect is displayed in the column Connect / Dis, the device is not connected (off line). If it displays
"Disconnect" the device is connected (on line).
• The user information are required when connecting the device (see page 10).
d - Connect
Connect the latest connected device.
e - Disconnect
Disconnect the current connected device.
Menu Bar
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Menu Bar
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f - Center Control Command
The Center Control Command displays commands of the ZONIX 1212. The commands code can be used by an
external device to control the ZONIX 1212.
Using the Copy function, the codes can be pasted into a control program directly, saving time and avoiding
transcription errors.
• Set - Query: select the display between command and query.
• Reply / NoReply : select command Reply or not.
• Top: Foreground display of the module on the screen.
• Command: command code display.
• Copy: copy the command code to be pasted in an external control device program.
• Processor type: selection of the processing modules.
• Processor Index: to index the processor module.
• Item: parameter selection in the processing module.
• V0, V1, V2, V3: parameters value.
• Begin Channel, End Channel: audio channels concerned. If the command acts simultaneously on
channels 1 to 4, enter 1 to “Begin Channel” and 4 to “End Channel”.
• Check Sum: data check sum calculation.
To close down , click on Center Control Command again in the Local Seting menu.
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Menu Bar
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3 – Device Settings
a - User Manager
The system administrator can add, delete and modify his own data as well as those of general users; the
general users, on the other hand, can only operate their personal data. The procedures are as follows:
• Modify User Information: first select a user from the list. Change the data displayed in the fields User
name and Password and then click Modify.
• Delete one user (by the system administrator only) : Select the user and click on "Delete".
• Add a user (by the system administrator only): Select a blank row and insert information from a new user
through the fields User name and Password and then click Add.
List of default users
Type User Name Password
Administrator admin 123456
General user 1 1
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Menu Bar
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b - Serial Settings
To view and modify the settings of the serial ports.
c - Network Settings
To view and modify the components of network setting.
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