Biamp DRI User Manual

DRI

Digital Remote

Interface

operation manual

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Biamp Systems, 10074 S.W. Arctic Drive, Beaverton, Oregon 97005 U.S.A. [phone] http://www.biamp.com

an affiliate of Rauland Borg Corp.

DRI

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Front Panel
Rear Panel
Control Voltage Outputs
Remote Controls
Setup
Logic Inputs
RS-232 Control
Applications
Specifications & Block Diagram
Warranty

pg. 2

pg. 3
pgs. 4~5
pgs. 6~7

pgs. 8~11

pgs. 12~13

pg. 14~15
pg. 16~17

pg. 18
pg. 19

INTRODUCTION

ADVANTAGE® DRI Digital Remote Interface provides microprocessor control to
ADVANTAGE
closures, infrared, wall-mount & custom panels, computer, and/or third-party
controllers. The DRI provides control voltages & logic outputs. Software &
cables are included for programming & control. Control buttons & presets are
definable. The DRI is covered by a five-year warranty.

DRI features include:

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DLA93 & RCII products. The DRI accepts control via contact-

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provides advanced control options for ADVANTAGE® DLA93

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provides advanced control options for ADVANTAGE® RCII

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up to twelve 0~10VDC outputs for controlling external VCAs

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‘user definable’ upper & lower voltage limits for each output

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up to two logic outputs for switching of external circuits

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eight non-volatile memory presets (user specified functions)

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forty possible button definitions (presets, levels, muting, etc.)

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eight ‘user definable’ logic inputs for contact-closure control

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remote port for infrared, wall-mount, or custom panel control

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RS-232 serial port for computer or third-party controllers

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PC control software for Windows® 95 & serial cable included

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device number switch & link port for controlling multiple units

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baud rate switch provides choice of communications rates

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optional remote display panels indicate 8 levels & 4 presets

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modular ±12 Volt DC Out jack for powering external devices

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front panel indicators for remote activity, errors, & power

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incorporates AES recommended grounding practices

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marked and UL / C-UL listed power source

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covered by Five-Year "Gold Seal" Warranty

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After reading this manual, if you have any questions or need technical

assistance, please call Biamp Systems toll-free 1-800-826-1457.

E-mail: [e-mail] Web-Site: www.biamp.com

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FRONT PANEL

ADVANTAGE DRI

Digital Remote Interface

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Error: This red LED indicates unusable information is being
received via remote control (see Remote on pg. 3). If an error in
transmission/reception of a remote control command occurs, the
Error indicator will flash.

Remote: This red LED indicates information is being received
via remote control (see Remote & Logic Inputs on pg. 3). If the
Remote and Error indicators flash simultaneously, this may be
an indication of improper installation. Check the location and
wiring of all remote controls.

On: This red LED indicates power is applied to the unit.

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REAR PANEL

27V

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50/60 Hz

15 watts

class 2 wiring

control voltage

outputs

DC out

32

device #

214816

serial port

link port

AC Power Cord: The power transformer provides 27 Volts AC
to the DRI, and is detachable via a 5-pin DIN connector. The
DRI has two internal ‘self-resetting’ fuses (there are no user
servicable parts inside the unit). If the internal fuses blow, they
will attempt to re-set after a short period. However, this may be
an indication that the DRI requires service.

gnd

IR2

19200

9600

2400

last

IR3

Link Port: This 9-pin Sub-D (female) connector provides a Link
Port for RS-232 control of multiple ADVANTAGE
RS-232 Control on pg. 15). The Link Port of one device simply
connects to the Serial Port of the next device (and so forth).
Link cables are available as an option (Biamp #909-0057-00).

NOTE: All but the final device in a system should have its ‘last’
switch down (see Baud Rate)

Control Voltage Outputs: This 15-pin Sub-D (female)
connector provides up to twelve 0~+10 Volt DC control voltages,
and up to two logic outputs (see Control Voltage Outputs on pg.

4). Control Voltage Outputs have the following pin assignments
(right-to-left & top-to-bottom): Pins 1 ~11) Control Voltage
Outputs 1~11; Pin 12) not used; Pin 13) Logic Output 1; Pin

14) Logic Output 2; Pin 15) Ground. When controlling an
ADVANTAGE

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DLA93, the DRI Control Voltage Outputs are
connected directly to the DLA93 Remote Control connector,
using the ‘inter-connect’ cable provided with the DRI. The DRI
controls the following DLA93 functions: Channel 1~8 level; Aux
Input level; Main Output level; Aux 1 Output level;
Master/Slave switching; and Auto/Manual switching. When
controlling ADVANTAGE

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RCIIs, Logic Output 2 may be
converted to Control Voltage Output 12, via an internal jumper
strap (see Control Voltage Outputs on pg. 4). A custom cable is
then wired from the DRI Control Voltage Outputs to the
appropriate control terminals of the RCIIs. Each Control Voltage

pin assignments (right-to-left & top-to-bottom): Pin 1) not used;
Pin 2) Transmit Data (TxD) output; Pin 3) Receive Data (RxD)
input; Pin 4) not used; Pin 5 ) Ground; Pin 6) not used; Pin

7) not used; Pin 8) not used; Pin 9) not used.

Link Port will also transmit commands which are received via
Remote & Logic Inputs (see Setup on pgs. 8 & 9).

Baud Rate: This 6-gang DIP switch allows the DRI to be
assigned a specific communications baud rate. Baud rates
available are 2400, 9600, & 19200 bps. The factory default is
9600 bps. Only one baud rate should be selected at a time, by
raising the corresponding switch. The two switches on the far
right are not used. The switch on the far left (labelled ‘last’) is
used when connecting multiple devices in a ‘Link Port to Serial
Port’ configuration (see Link Port). From the factory, the ‘last’
switch is up. When connecting multiple devices, the ‘last’ switch
must be switched down on all devices except the final (‘last’)
device in the system (the device with no Link Port connection).

Output can be used to control single or multiple RCII channels.

Remote: This plug-in barrier strip accepts commands from

DC Out: This 6-pin Modular jack supplies ±12 Volts DC, for

powering external accessory devices. DC Out provides 150mA
maximum current.

optional remote controls (see Remote Controls on pg. 6).
Remote Controls may be infrared, wall-mount, or custom
panels, and may be wired up to 2000 feet away from the DRI.

From the factory, remote controls provide control of DLA93
Device #: This 6-gang DIP switch allows the DRI to be
assigned a specific device number. Up to 64 different device
numbers (0~63) may be assigned to allow RS-232 control of
multiple ADVANTAGE

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products in a common system. From

the factory, the DRI is assigned Device # 1.

functions (as described above). However, the DRI may be

programmed (via PC Control Software) to perform customized

functions (see Setup on pg. 8).

Logic Inputs: This 9-pin Sub-D (female) connector provides

eight logic inputs for controlling the DRI via contact-closures
Serial Port: This 9-pin Sub-D (male) connector provides an
RS-232 Serial Port for remote control via computer or third-party
controllers (see RS-232 Control on pg. 14). The Serial Port has
the following pin assignments (left-to-right & top-to-bottom): Pin

1) not used; Pin 2) Receive Data (RxD) input; Pin 3)
Transmit Data (TxD) output; Pin 4) Data Terminal Ready
(DTR) output; Pin 5) Ground; Pin 6) not used; Pin 7)

(see Logic Inputs on pg. 12). Logic Inputs have the following pin

assignments (right-to-left & top-to-bottom): Pins 1~4) Logic

Inputs 1~4; Pins 5) switch ground point; Pins 6~9) Logic

Inputs 5~8. Logic Input functions may be programmed using the

PC Control Software and serial cable provided with the DRI (see

Setup on pg. 8). From the factory, Logic Inputs 1~8 are

programmed to recall presets 1~8 respectively.
Request To Send (RTS) output; Pin 8) not used; Pin 9) not
used. PC Control Software and a serial cable are provided for
programming via Windows

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95 (see Setup on pg. 8).

NOTE:

The Serial Port can also transmit commands which are received

Remote Display: This 5-pin DIN (female) connector provides

an output for optional Remote Display Panels (see Remote

Controls on pg. 7).

via Remote & Logic Inputs (see Setup on pgs. 8 & 9).

BIAMP SYSTEMS

Portland, Oregon

an affiliate of

Rauland-Borg Corp.

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products (see

. The Link Port has the following

NOTE: The

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CONTROL VOLTAGE OUTPUTS

outputs

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pin #1 = Control Voltage 1
pin #2 = Control Voltage 2
pin #3 = Control Voltage 3
pin #4 = Control Voltage 4
pin #5 = Control Voltage 5

pin #6 = Control Voltage 6
pin #7 = Control Voltage 7
pin #8 = Control Voltage 8
pin #9 = Control Voltage 9
pin #10 = Control Voltage 10

pin #11 = Control Voltage 11
pin #12 = not used
pin #13 = Logic Output 1
pin #14 = Logic Output 2 *
pin #15 = ground

* Logic Output 2 ( pin #14) can be converted to Control Voltage 12 via an internal jumper (see below).

Control Voltage Outputs is a 15-pin Sub-D (female) connector, which provides up to twelve 0~+10 Volt DC variable control voltages, and
up to two logic outputs. These control voltages & logic outputs provide control of ADVANTAGE

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DLA93 and RCII products, as well as
other ‘voltage controlled’ and/or ‘logic controlled’ devices. The control voltage & logic output settings are themselves manipulated using
Remote Controls (see pg. 6), Logic Inputs (see pg. 12), and/or RS-232 (see pg. 14).

Control Voltage Outputs have the following pin assignments (right-to-left & top-to-bottom): Pins 1 ~11) Control Voltage Outputs 1~11;
Pin 12) not used; Pin 13) Logic Output 1; Pin 14) Logic Output 2 (Control Voltage Output 12); Pin 15) Ground.

From the factory, the DRI is programmed for controlling an ADVANTAGE® DLA93 (or DLA93tc) Digital-Logic Automixer. When controlling
a DLA93, the DRI Control Voltage Outputs are connected directly to the Remote Control connector on the rear panel of the DLA93, using
the ‘inter-connect’ cable provided with the DRI (see Applications on pg. 16).

Under these circumstances, the DRI Control Voltage Outputs & Logic Outputs control the following DLA93 functions: Control Voltage

Outputs 1~8) Channel 1~8 levels; Control Voltage Output 9) Aux Input level; Control Voltage Output 10) Main Output level;
Control Voltage Output 11) Aux 1 Output level; Logic Output 1) Master/Slave switching; Logic Output 2) Auto/Manual switching.

See the DLA93 Operation Manual for a more in-depth description of these functions.
The DRI Control Voltage Outputs may instead be programmed for controlling other ‘voltage controlled’ devices, such as ADVANTAGE

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RCII 4-Channel VCA Remote Controls (see Setup on pg. 8).

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When controlling ADVANTAGE

RCIIs, Logic Output 2 may be converted to Control Voltage Output 12, via an internal jumper strap (see
below). A custom cable is then wired from the DRI Control Voltage Outputs to the appropriate control terminals of the RCIIs (see
Applications on pg. 17). Each Control Voltage Output can be used to control single or multiple RCII channels (see diagram on next page).

To convert Logic Output 2 to Control Voltage 12: 1) Disconnect the DRI power transformer from the AC outlet. 2) Lay the DRI on a flat
surface, with the top panel facing up and the rear panel facing away. 3) Remove the top panel, which is secured with six screws. 4) Find
jumper J10 (located at the right-rear corner of the circuit board, in front of the Control Voltage Outputs connector). 5) Using needle-nose
pliers, move the jumper strap one pin towards the rear panel (to the ‘spare’ position). 6) Replace & secure the top panel. NOTE: To
convert Control Voltage 12 back to Logic Output 2, simply move the jumper strap one pin towards the front panel (to the ‘logic 2’ position).

Control Voltage Outputs

rear panel

DRI

J10

spare

logic 2

PCB

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CONTROL VOLTAGE OUTPUTS

control voltage

outputs

VCA control voltage inputs

+10V

VCA control voltage inputs

+10V

VCA control voltage inputs

+10V

RCII

(grouped channels)

RCII

(stereo pairs)

RCII

(individual channels)

gnd RC4 RC3 RC2 RC1 gnd RC4 RC3 RC2 RC1

0~10 VDC lighting dimmers

RC4 RC3 RC2 RC1gnd

+12 Volt DC

Power Supply

−+

1N4004
Diode

contacts

coil

common

normally closed
normally open

12V relay

LED

indicator

1.2kΩ

logic output

Each Control Voltage Output has a range of 0~+10 Volts DC, with a maximum current capability of 4mA. Upper & lower voltage limits may
be set for each Control Voltage Output (see Setup on pg. 8). Logic Outputs 1 & 2 are open collector/negative true logic outputs, with a
maximum sink current of 50mA and a maximum collector voltage of +24 Volts DC.

Logic Outputs 1 & 2 are NPN transistors, with the collectors being the output and the emitters being ground. When a Logic Output is
turned on, the transistor provides a path for DC current to flow. Logic Outputs do not provide any voltage or current. They act only as
switches, with a common ground return. Logic Outputs can be used to control external circuits, such as relays & indicators (se e diagram
below). Logic Outputs may be combined (wired in parallel) to control a common circuit, or individually they may be used to contr ol multiple
circuits. When using Logic Outputs to control relays, protection diodes must be used to suppress high voltage transients that are
generated when the relays turn off.

(#190-0003-09) are available from Biamp Systems.

NOTE: 12 Volt Power Supplies (#909-0011-00), 12 Volt relays (#520-0064-00), and 1N4004 diodes

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REMOTE CONTROLS

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MUTE

VOL

VOL

1234

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

SELECT

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

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MASTER

Infrared Transmitter

(Biamp #909-0061-00)

InfraRed Receiver

MUTE

VOL

VOL

1234

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

SELECT

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

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MASTER

The type and quantity of remote controls is optional for the DRI. Remote controls affect Control Voltage
Outputs & Logic Outputs of the DRI. Remote controls may be added at any time, and do not require the
DRI to be modified, opened, or removed from a rack. There are five types of remote controls available:
The Infrared Transmitter, the Infrared Receiver, the Wall-Mount Panel, the Remote Interface Kit, and the
Remote Display Panel. The DRI may also be controlled via external contact-closures and RS-232.

NOTE: Remote controls come with complete instructions.

Infrared Transmitter (Biamp #909-0061-00): The transmitter is a hand-held control, which transmits

infrared codes unique to Biamp. Therefore, the transmitter should not affect any other infrared controlled
equipment (such as TVs or VCRs). Likewise, other infrared controllers will not provide proper control of
Biamp equipment. The transmitter requires two AAA batteries, which are included with the unit (user
installed). The transmitter has twenty-eight buttons. From the factory, the DRI is programmed for
controlling an ADVANTAGE
sets of MUTE, VOL
Channels 1~7 and the Main Output (Master). The DRI may be programmed (via PC Control Software) for
controlling other functions of the DLA93, or other VCA devices such as ADVANTAGE
on pg. 8). For best results, there should be an unobstructed line-of-sight from transmitter to receiver.
The transmitter will operate up to 30 feet from a receiver. When infrared information is transmitted to a
receiver, the Remote indicator on the DRI front panel will flash.

External Infrared Receiver (Biamp #909-0030-00): The receiver consists of a black plastic box, which
contains an infrared photo detector, an LED indicator, and three screw terminals. To install the receiver,
first take off the front cover by removing the four screws. Mount the receiver to a wall or other surface,
using the two screw holes on the back cover (screws not included). The receiver should not be mounted
in direct sunlight, or pointed directly at fluorescent lighting. For best results, there should be an
unobstructed line-of-sight from transmitter to receiver. The receiver may be wired up to 2000 feet from
the DRI, using 2-conductor shielded cable (not included). Route the cable through the access hole on the
bottom of the receiver. The three screw terminals inside the receiver ("GND", "IR2", & "IR3") directly
correspond to the Remote terminals on the rear panel of the DRI. Connect the cable shield to the "GND"
terminal at each end. Use the two conductors to connect "IR2" to "IR2" and "IR3" to "IR3". Replace the
receiver front cover. The LED indicator inside the receiver will flash whenever infrared information is
detected.

NOTE: The Infrared Receiver includes a "Remote Translator", which allows remote control o

ADVANTAGE® products via third-party controllers (complete instructions are included with the receiver).

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DLA93. The Select 1-4 buttons are used to recall presets 1~4. The eight

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and VOL ▼ buttons provide volume up, volume down, and volume off functions for

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RCIIs (see Setup

Wall-Mount Panel (Biamp #909-0071-00): The wall-mount is a "hard-wired" control,
which receives power from the DRI. There are no batteries to wear out, and it is not
easily lost or stolen. The wall-mount may be wired up to 2000 feet from the DRI, using
2-conductor shielded cable (not included). Remove the mounting box from the front
panel. Route the cable through a "knock-out" hole on the rear of the mounting box.
Install the mounting box in a wall or panel. The three screw terminals on the circuit
board ("GND", "IR2", & "IR3") directly correspond to the Remote terminals on the rear
panel of the DRI. Connect the cable shield to the "GND" terminal at each end. Use the
two conductors to connect "IR2" to "IR2" and "IR3" to "IR3". Install the front panel in the
mounting box. The wall-mount has twenty-eight buttons. From the factory, the DRI is
programmed for controlling an ADVANTAGE
to recall presets 1~4. The eight sets of MUTE, VOL

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DLA93. The Select 1-4 buttons are used

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and VOL ▼ buttons provide

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volume up, volume down, and volume off functions for Channels 1~7 and the Main
Output (Master). The DRI may be programmed (via PC Control Software) for controlling
other functions of the DLA93, or other VCA devices such as ADVANTAGE
Setup on pg. 8). When the DRI is turned on, power is delivered to the wall-mount and
the green LED indicator will light. The red LED indicator on the wall-mount (and the
Remote indicator on the DRI front panel) will flash whenever a button is pressed. The
wall-mount also includes an infrared detector, which allows it to operate as an External
Infrared Receiver as well. The infrared detector may be disabled via a circuit board
jumper strap.

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Remote Interface Kit (Biamp #909-0041-00): The Remote Interface Kit allows the user to create a customized control panel, using his
own switches, enclosure, and panel. It can provide up to 40 buttons (12 more than standard remote controls), which are supported by the
DRI. The Remote Interface Kit is a tested circuit board assembly, which includes two wiring harnesses. The circuit board conn ects to the
DRI in the same way an Infrared Receiver or Wall-Mount does, using 2-conductor shielded cable (not included), and may be wired up to
2000 feet from the DRI. The circuit board is 2.27"W by 2.65"H, with four mounting holes (2" centers) and #6 mounting hardware provided.

Remote Display Panels (Biamp #909-0081-00): Remote Display Panels are hard-
wired, wall-mount panels, which provide a visual indication of which DRI preset (1~4) is
currently selected, and the relative level settings of eight DRI Control Voltage Outputs.
When a preset mix has been selected, the respective Preset 1~4 indicator will light.
LED ladders indicate the relative level settings for eight Control Voltage Outputs
(Channels 1~7 & Main Output of a DLA93). The particular Control Voltage Outputs
(channels/outputs) to be displayed may be programmed using the PC Control Software
and serial cable provided with the DRI (see Setup on pg. 11). These are not signal level
meters. Only one LED in each ladder will be on, indicating the level ('fader') setting for
that channel. However, when a channel is muted, the relative level LED and the 'mute'
(bottom) LED will both remain dimly lit. The relative level LED indicates the level to
which that channel will return when it is un-muted. Volume down commands will still
affect the relative level setting of a channel that is muted. However, volume up
commands will instead un-mute the channel. Remote Display Panels also include an
infrared detector, which can be wired separately to the Remote input on the DRI, and
will operate as an Infrared Receiver. The adjacent LED will flash whenever infrared
information is detected. Remote Display Panels are connected to a DRI through a
separate Remote Display Controller (Biamp #909-0080-00). Remote Display Panels
can be wired up to 2000 feet from a Remote Display Controller using 4-conductor
shielded cable (not included). To install Remote Display Panels, first remove mounting
box from front panel. Route cable through "knock-out" hole on rear of mounting box.
Install mounting box in wall or panel (see next page). Five screw terminals on circuit
board ("POWER GROUND", "+10v", "SHIELD", "DATA+", & "DATA-") correspond to
terminals inside Remote Display Controller. Connect cable shield to "SHIELD" terminals
at each end. Use conductors to connect "POWER GROUND" to "POWER GROUND",
"+10V" to "+10V", "DATA+" to "DATA+", & "DATA-" to "DATA-".

combined resistance of the 'POWER GROUND' & '+10V' conductors must not excee
32 ohms (16 ohms per conductor). NOTE: Make sure that the Remote Displa
Controller circuit board jumper straps are in the following positions (J1 & J2 = 'HI-Z'
J3 & J4 = 'DOWN'; J5 = 'OFF'). Jumper strap (J4) must be moved to the 'DOWN
position for DRI (DRC 4+4) Remote Display Panels.

Install front panel on mounting box.

Complete instructions are included with the Remote Display Panels.

CAUTION: Th

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SETUP

All DRI parameters are adjustable using the Windows® 95 'PC Control Software' and serial cable provided with the unit. The PC Control
Software provides programs for various ADVANTAGE® products, including the DRI. The DRI program includes four different control
screens (Main, Button Definition, Logic Input Definition & Configuration Options), which are described on the following pages. Once the
software is started (and Comm Port Configuration is set), the four control screens are accessable through the drop-down menus at the top
of the opening screen. The Main screen appears whenever a DRI file is opened. Button Definition
Options screens are then available from the Configure DRI menu. The File menu provides functions such as open, close, save, etc. The
Settings menu recalls the Comm Port Configuration screen. The Window menu arranges the active product screens. The Help menu
explains the available adjustments. To install PC Control Software: Select ‘Run’ from Windows® 95 ‘Start’ menu, and enter A:\SETUP.
System Requirements: Windows® 95 with 8M of RAM & 2M of available hard disk space (serial port required for ‘on-line’ operation).

, Logic Input Definition & Configuration

MAIN SCREEN

The Main Screen is used to adjust the DRI control voltage & logic outputs, as well as to store & recall the eight memory presets. From the
factory, the DRI is programmed for controlling an ADVANTAGE
voltages is shown as level & mute functions for Channels 1~8, Aux In, Main Out, & Aux 1 Out (Channel 12 is inactive). Also, la belling for
Logic Outputs 1 & 2 is shown as Master/Slave & Automix/Manual switching. When the DRI is programmed for use with ADVANTAGE

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DLA93 Digital-Logic Automixer. Therefore, labelling for the control

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RCIIs, labelling for the control voltages is shown as level & mute functions for Channels 1~12. Also, labelling for Logic Output 1 is shown
as Off/On switching (Logic Output 2 is inactive).

internal jumper (see Control Voltage Outputs on pg. 4).

NOTE: Channel 12 (control voltage) is only available by converting Logic Output 2 via an

Adjustments are made with the computer mouse (or keyboard). Levels are
adjusted by dragging the corresponding ‘faders’ up or down. Each fader provides fifty-one volume (voltage) steps. Left-clicking above or
below a fader will adjust the level five steps at a time. Right-clicking on a fader opens a drop-down menu for setting upper & lower limits for
that fader. This restricts the volume (voltage) range of that fader, but only for remote controls which utilize ‘volume up’ & ‘volume down’
button definitions (i.e…Remote, Logic Inputs, & RS-232 Control Button Emulation). These upper & lower limits do not restrict software
level adjustments, muting, or fader settings which are part of a preset. Left-clicking a Mute button will toggle that channel/output off & on.
Left-clicking a Preset button will recall the corresponding preset from non-volatile memory. Left-clicking the Store button will open a drop­down menu for storing the current settings in any of the Presets 1~8. Left-clicking the Logic Output buttons will toggle them on & off. The
title bar across the top of the Main screen will indicate the Device #, the custom Device Name, and the model of product being controlled.
The PC Control Software can operate ‘off-line’ (with no product connected) by opening a ‘new’ file for the desired product. The Device #
for ‘off-line’ files is assigned sequentially as a negative number.

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SETUP

BUTTON DEFINITION SCREEN

The Button Definition screen is used to assign specific ‘actions’ to remote control buttons. ADVANTAGE® infrared & wall-mount remote
controls have twenty-eight buttons. However, the DRI supports twelve additional buttons, which are only available when using Remote
Interface Kit or RS-232 control (see Remote Controls on pg. 7). From the factory, the DRI is programmed for controlling an ADVANTAGE

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DLA93. Buttons 1~24 provide volume up, volume down, and mute functions for Channels 1~7 and the Main Output. Buttons 25~32 recall
Presets 1~8. Buttons 33~40 provide volume up, volume down, and mute functions for Channel 8, Aux Input, & Aux 1 Out. However, using
the Button Definition screen, each button may be assigned various different ‘actions’ (button definition). Left-clicking on a numbered button
will select that button to be defined. Left-clicking on a channel or output Volume Action will open a drop-down menu of the Volume Actions
available for that channel or output. Left-clicking the desired Volume Action will then assign that action to the currently selected button.
Logic Actions & Preset Actions

are also available, and may be assigned to buttons in the same way that Volume Actions are assigned.
Multiple actions may be assigned to a single button. Likewise, a particular action may be assigned to multiple buttons. To un-assign a
particular action from a button, left-click on the blank space at the top of the drop-down menu for that action. When a Preset Action is
assigned to a button, Advanced Settings are made available. Left-clicking on Advanced Settings will then open a special screen which
allows specific channels or outputs to be excluded from that preset (when recalled using that button). When a channel or output is
excluded from a preset, the volume settings for that channel or output will not change (when that preset is recalled using that button). Left­clicking on Echo Character opens a drop-down menu, which allows the equivalent ASCII character for the selected button to be ch anged.
This is the RS-232 ‘echo’ character which will be transmitted via the DRI Serial Port, whenever the selected button is pressed. Changing
the echo character is used primarily for customizing remote control commands amongst various RS-232 controlled products within a
system. Left-clicking on Clear opens a drop-down menu, which allows button definitions (actions) to be cleared from the select ed button,
or from all buttons. Left-clicking on Default opens a drop-down menu, which allows button definitions (actions) to be set back to the factory
default for the selected button, or for all buttons. Left-clicking on Try It causes the actions currently assigned to the sele cted button to be
performed by the DRI. Left-clicking on Help provides additional instruction. Left-clicking on Close will close the Button Definition screen.

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SETUP

LOGIC INPUT DEFINITION SCREEN

The Logic Input Definition screen is the same as the Button Definition screen, except that the ‘actions’ are assigned to Logic Inputs 1~8,
instead of to remote control buttons. Logic Inputs allow remote control of the DRI via external circuits, such as switches, contact-closures,
active driver circuits, and/or ‘open-collector’ logic outputs (see Logic Inputs on pg. 12). From the factory, Logic Inputs 1~8 are programmed
to recall Presets 1~8, respectively. However, using the Logic Input Definition screen, each Logic Input may be assigned various different
‘actions’ (Logic Input definition). Since Logic Inputs are controlled by switches, contact-closures, etc., each Logic Input may be assigned

’.

one set of actions to perform when the switch is ‘opened’, and a different set of actions to perform when that switch is ‘closed

NOTE:

Logic Inputs do not include an automatic repeat function when ‘open’. Therefore, if a Logic Input ‘open’ is assigned a volume up or volume
down action, it will not continuously raise or lower that volume (unless the Logic Input is repeatedly switched). Keeping a Lo gic Input in an
‘opened’ state will not ramp the volume. Logic Inputs do include an automatic repeat function when ‘closed’.

characters assigned to Logic Inputs 1~8 (‘close’) correspond to those assigned to remote control Buttons 25~32, due to the fact that they
both recall Presets 1~8. Logic Inputs 1~8 (‘open’) are not assigned echo characters. As with remote control buttons, changing echo
characters is used primarily for customizing remote control commands amongst various RS-232 controlled products within a system. The
Logic Input Definition screen also includes the ability to assign specific actions to be performed each time the DRI is powered up. Left­clicking Power Up Actions selects this function to be defined. Power Up Actions are then assigned in exactly the same way as they would
be for a Logic Input. From the factory, the DRI has no Power Up Actions assigned. When a DRI is powered up, and no Power Up Actions
have been assigned, the DRI will automatically recall the last settings which existed before the DRI was powered off.

From the factory, the echo

10

SETUP

CONFIGURATION OPTIONS SCREEN

The Configuration Options screen is used to select options which customize the operation of the DRI. At the top of the Configuration
Options screen, the Serial Number and Firmware Version

of the DRI will be displayed. The PC Control Software can operate ‘off-line’ (with
no product connected) by opening a ‘new’ file for the desired product. The Serial Number and Firmware Version are not displayed for
‘new’ (‘off-line’) files. Left-clicking on Device Name allows a custom name to be given to the particular DRI, by entering up to 30 characters
of text. The Device Name will be stored in the DRI memory, and will be displayed on the title bar of the Main screen whenever that DRI is
accessed with the software. Left-clicking on Configure for use with Advantage RCII will change the labelling and available functions on the
other control screens. From the factory, the DRI is programmed for controlling an ADVANTAGE® DLA93. Therefore, labelling for the
control voltages is shown as Channels 1~8, Aux In, Main Out, & Aux 1 Out (Channel 12 is inactive). Also, labelling for Logic Outputs 1 & 2
is shown as Master/Slave & Automix/Manual switching. When the DRI is programmed for use with ADVANTAGE

®

RCIIs, labelling for the

control voltages is shown as Channels 1~12. Also, labelling for Logic Output 1 is shown as Off/On switching (Logic Output 2 is inactive).

NOTE: Channel 12 (control voltage) is only available by converting Logic Output 2 via an internal jumper (see Control Voltage Outpu ts on

From the factory, the Logic Output 1 and Logic Output 2 settings are included whenever a preset is recalled. Left clicking o n

pg. 4).

Include Logic Output 1 or Include Logic Output 2

will remove the check-mark, and thereby prevent the associated Logic Output settings
from being recalled as part of any preset. From the factory, Channels to be displayed on Optional Remote Display Panel are assigned as
Channels 1~7 and Main Output (for a DLA93). Left-clicking on any of the channels/outputs allows a different set of eight signals to be
assigned to an optional Remote Display Panel (see Remote Controls on pg. 7). Exactly eight signals must be selected. Left-clicking on
Restore Defaults will set all Configuration Options back to their factory defaults.

11

LOGIC INPUTS

Eight Logic Inputs are available on a rear panel 9-pin Sub-D (female) connector. Logic Inputs allow remote control of the DRI via external
circuits, such as switches, contact-closures, active driver circuits, and/or ‘open-collector’ logic outputs. From the factory, Logic Inputs 1~8
are programmed to recall presets 1~8, respectively. However, the Logic Inputs may be individually programmed to perform other
functions, such as volume up, volume down, mute, & logic output on/off, using the PC Control Software and serial cable provided with the
DRI (see Setup on pg. 8). Since Logic Inputs are controlled by switches, contact-closures, etc., each Logic Input may be assi gned two
remote control functions (one for switch ‘closed’ and one for switch ‘open’).

Logic Inputs have the following pin assignments (right-to-left & top-to-bottom): Pins 1~4) Logic Inputs 1~4; Pin 5) Ground; Pins 6~9)
Logic Inputs 5~8.

12345

6789

pin #1 = Logic Input 1
pin #2 = Logic Input 2
pin #3 = Logic Input 3
pin #4 = Logic Input 4
pin #5 = ground

pin #6 = Logic Input 5
pin #7 = Logic Input 6
pin #8 = Logic Input 7
pin #9 = Logic Input 8

logic inputs

When nothing is connected to a Logic Input, an internal pull-up resistor keeps it at a ‘high’ idle state (+5.0 VDC). The Logic Input is
activated when its input goes ‘low’ (less than +0.8 VDC), and is de-activated when its input goes ‘high’ (greater than +2.4 VDC). A Logic
Input is controlled in one of three ways: 1) Use an NPN style ‘open-collector’ logic output from an external device (such as an
ADVANTAGE
third-party controller) to short the Logic Input to ground. 3) Use an active TTL output driver circuit (such as from a third-party controller) to
actively drive the Logic Input to a ‘high’ or ‘low’ state.

Multiple contact-closures or ‘open-collector’ logic outputs or may be wired in parallel to a single Logic Input (see diagrams on next page).
Likewise, a single contact-closure or ‘open-collector’ logic output may be wired in parallel to multiple Logic Inputs. In some circumstances,
a diode matrix may be necessary to isolate multiple switches which are controlling similar groups of Logic Inputs. However, these
circumstances may be rare, since each individual Logic Input may be defined to perform multiple functions. Logic Outputs and c ontact­closures should be rated for at least 5 Volts / 1mA operation. Low-current / dry-contact closures are recommended for reliability. Active
output driver circuits should not exceed a signal range of 0~5 Volts DC, and should have a minimum pulse width of 100 milli-seconds.
Logic Input impedances are approximately 10k ohms.

®

PMX84 or DRC4+4) to short the Logic Input to ground. 2) Use a switch, relay, or other contact-closure (such as from a

12

LOGIC INPUTS

multiple switches to single Logic Input

single switch to multiple Logic Inputs

multiple switches to multiple Logic Inputs (diode isolation)

13

RS-232 CONTROL

The DRI has an RS-232 compatible Serial Port, which allows it to be controlled by a computer (see Rear Panel: Serial Port on pg. 3). In
addition to the PC Control Software, the DRI offers two other methods of computer control.

Control Button Emulation: This method allows the computer to emulate the operation of the infrared transmitter or wall-mount control
panel. Using this method, the computer outputs ASCII characters, which are equivalent to the commands generated by the standard
remote control buttons. The DRI is unable to tell whether these commands come from the computer or from a standard remote control.
However, Control Button Emulation allows the computer to utilize up to forty button definitions (unlike standard remote controls, which have
only twenty-eight buttons). When using up to
which device or devices should react to each control button command.

Advanced Computer Control: This method provides advanced commands, which allow the computer to retrieve or edit control voltage &
logic output settings, retrieve or edit control button definitions, and a variety of other functions. The computer may also em ulate control
buttons. Using this method, the computer may designate up to
also provide ‘real-time’ display of control voltage & logic output settings.

This manual only describes the Control Button Emulation method of computer control. For complete details about using the DRI w ith a
computer, including Advanced Computer Control, contact Biamp Systems for the manual "Computer Control

Each control button on the infrared transmitter or the wall-mount control panel corresponds to one character in the standard ASCII
character set. The character equivalents are summarized in the following table. This table includes all forty of the possible buttons, their
button numbers, their ASCII code equivalents, and their factory default button definitions.

four devices in a system, Control Button Emulation also allows the computer to designate

sixty-four devices, and may create unlimited presets. The computer may

of ADVANTAGE® DRI".

button 01 B Volume Down channel 5 button 15 P Volume Down channel 3 button 29 ^ Recall P reset 5
button 02 C Volume Down channel 6 button 16 Q Volume Down channel 4 butt on 30 _ Recall Preset 6
button 03 D Volume Down channel 7 button 17 R Volume Up channel 1 button 31 ' Recall Preset 7
button 04 E Volume Down main out button 18 S Volume Up channel 2 button 32 b Rec al l Preset 8
button 05 F Volume Up channel 5 button 19 T V ol um e Up channel 3 button 33 c Volume Down channel 8
button 06 G Volume Up channel 6 button 20 U Volume Up channel 4 button 34 d Volume Up channel 8
button 07 H Volume Up channel 7 button 21 V Toggle Mute channel 1 button 35 e Toggle Mute channel 8
button 08 I Volume Up main out button 22 W Toggle Mute channel 2 button 36 f Volume Down aux 1 out
button 09 J Toggle Mute channel 5 button 23 X Toggle Mute channel 3 button 37 g Volume Up aux 1 out
button 10 K Toggle Mute channel 6 button 24 Y Toggle Mute channel 4 button 38 h Toggl e M ute aux 1 out
button 11 L Toggle Mute channel 7 button 25 Z Rec al l Preset 1 button 39 i Volume Down aux in
button 12 M Toggle Mute main out button 26 [ Recall Preset 2 button 40 j Volume Up aux in
button 13 N Volume Down channel 1 button 27 \ Recal l Preset 3
button 14 O Volume Down channel 2 button 28 ] Recall Preset 4

When a control button is first pressed, the DRI receives the character which corresponds to that button. If the control button is pressed
longer than 110 milliseconds, the DRI receives a "repeat code", indicating the control button is still being pressed. The DRI continues to
receive the repeat code (approximately nine times per second) until the control button is released. The ASCII character which corresponds
to the repeat code is @ (the "commercial at" sign).

The computer can initiate any functions or actions that a standard control can, by simply transmitting the equivalent control button ASCII
character. When interfacing the DRI to a computer, the computer must be aware that the DRI will ‘echo’ all characters it receives (both
from computer and standard controls) via the Serial Port Transmit Data (TXD) output signal.

When using Control Button Emulation, up to

four ADVANTAGE® products may be connected together, and addressed individually. When
multiple units are used, each unit is assigned a unique "Device #" (see Rear Panel: Device # on pg. 3). Normally, all units would react to
control button commands. However, a computer can send commands to specific units, by preceding each command with a "device select
prefix" character (see following table). Only those units whose Device #s are specified will respond to the command which foll ows. If a
command is not immediately preceded by a device select prefix character, then all units in the system will react to that command.

Select Device 1 l Select Devices 2 & 3 q Select Devices 1 & 2 & 4 v
Select Device 2 m Select Devices 1 & 2 & 3 r Select Devices 3 & 4 w
Select Devices 1 & 2 n Select Device 4 s Select Devices 1 & 3 & 4 x
Select Device 3 o Select Devices 1 & 4 t Select Devices 2 & 3 & 4 y
Select Devices 1 & 3 p Select Devices 2 & 4 u Select Devices 1 & 2 & 3 & 4 z

14

RS-232 CONTROL

Serial Port: The 9-pin Sub-D (male) connector on the DRI rear panel provides the RS-232 compatible serial interface signals used for

computer control. The DRI Serial Port transmits serial data on pin 3 (TxD), receives serial data on pin 2 (RxD), and provides a ground on
Pin 5. The Data Terminal Ready (DTR) & Request To Send (RTS) output signals are connected to the +12 Volt power supply (through a
resistor) and are always asserted when the DRI power is on.

via Remote & Logic Inputs, depending upon the echo character assignments (see Setup on pgs.8 & 9).

NOTE: The Serial Port may also transmit commands which are received

54321

pin #1 = not used
pin #2 = Receive Data (RxD) input
pin #3 = Transmit Data (TxD) output

9876

pin #4 = Data Terminal Ready (DTR) output

pin #6 = not used
pin #7 = Request To Send (RTS) output
pin #8 = not used
pin #9 = not used

pin #5 = ground

serial port

The DRI only requires receive data (pin 2), transmit data (pin 3), and signal ground (pin 5) to be connected for successful data
communications (see cable diagram below). However, the PC may require that signals be present on the data set ready, clear to send, or
carrier detect inputs, as well as the receive data, transmit data, and signal ground pins. Success or failure depends entirely on the actual
computer hardware and software being used. When trying to solve an interfacing problem, the most important thing to remember is that an
output of one device should connect to one or more inputs of the other device, and that two outputs should never be connected together.
Also, keep in mind that the RS-232 specification calls for the cable length to be no greater than 50 feet (although it is not unusual to be
able to operate over distances of 150 to 250 feet), and the connectors must be of the appropriate gender (male or female) to mate
properly. For best results, a shielded cable should be used, with the shield connected to signal ground. Since the DRI serial interface
ground is also tied (indirectly) to the analog signal ground, undesirable ground loops may occur when the DRI is connected to a PC (if the
system grounding is not carefully designed). For best performance, the PC ground and the chassis ground of the DRI should be at the
same potential, and the PC should get AC power from the same source as the DRI (and any other audio equipment which is connected to
the DRI)

Serial Port Dat a Com mu nic atio ns Pa rame ters : The DRI communicates through the Serial Port at the factory selected rate of 9600 bits
per second, with 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, and no parity. The DRI utilizes a subset of the standard 7-bit ASCII character set. The eighth data
bit of each character (the most significant bit) should always be 0. The computer should not echo the characters it receives. The computer
should not be set for either hardware (DTR) or software (XON/XOFF) flow control. The baud rate may be changed to either 2400 or
19,200 bits per second by means of the rear panel Baud Rate DIP switches.

.

Link Port Connections: The 9-pin Sub-D (female) connector on the DRI rear panel provides the RS-232 compatible serial interface
signals used for linking multiple ADVANTAGE
of the next device, and so forth (see diagram below). Link cables are available as an option (Biamp #909-0057-00).

®

products within a system. The Link Port of one device simply connectes to the Serial Port

NOTE: All but the
final device in a system should have its ‘last’ switch down (see Rear Panel: Baud Rate on pg. 3). The Link Port will also transmit
commands which are received via Remote & Logic Inputs.

12345

pin #1 = not used
pin #2 = Transmit Data (TxD) output
pin #3 = Receive Data (RxD) input

6789

pin #4 = not used

pin #6 = not used
pin #7 = not used
pin #8 = not used
pin #9 = not used

pin #5 = ground

link port

PC

CD

RxD

TxD

DTR

gnd
DSR
RTS
CTS

RI

male female

serial port

1

1

2

2

3

3

4

4

5

5

6

6

7

7

8

8

9

9

Serial Cable

(shield)

serial port

1

1

2

2

3

3

4

4

5

5

6

6

7

7

8

8

9

9

female male

DRI

n/a
RxD
TxD
DTR
gnd
n/a
RTS
n/a
n/a

DRI

n/a

TxD

RxD

n/a

gnd

n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a

female male

link port

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

Link Cable

(shield)

serial port

1

1

2

2

3

3

4

4

5

5

6

6

7

7

8

8

9

9

female male

unit 2

n/a
RxD
TxD
DTR
gnd
n/a
RTS
n/a
n/a

15

logic

outputs

remote
control

expansion out

hpf

main

bus2

bus1

last mic

slave

bus1

1.0 sec

bus2

expansion in

aux 2

aux input

R

L

patch

trim

+10

trim

+10

patch

trim

+10

trim

+10

patch

patch

trim

+10

trim

+10

patch

trim

+10

trim

+10

pad

off

off

off

off

master

bus2

0.4 sec

bus1

aux 1 select

aux 2 select

output

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an affiliate of Rauland-Borg Corp.

sum

bal

off

CH 7

CH 6

patch

CH 5

patchpatch

CH 4

CH 8

CH 2

CH 1

CH 3

main

bus2

bus1onp pwr

off

off

off

off

auto

off

hpf

main

bus2

bus1

on

off

off

off

off

auto

off

hpf

p pwr

factory defaults

aux1 - bus1 (post gate)

aux2 - bus2 (pre gate)

on

auto

pad

pad

main

bus2

bus1onp pwr

off

off

off

off

auto

off

hpf

main

bus2

bus1

on

off

off

off

off

auto

off

hpf

p pwr

pad

pad

main

bus2

bus1onp pwr

off

off

off

off

auto

off

hpf

main

bus2

bus1

on

off

off

off

off

auto

off

hpf

p pwr

pad

pad

main

bus2

bus1onp pwr

off

off

off

off

auto

off

hpf

main

bus2

bus1

on

off

off

off

off

auto

off

hpf

p pwr

pad

hold time

input

d out

input

d out

input

d out

input

d out

input

d out

input

d out

input

d out

input

d out

class 2 wiring

50/60 Hz

~

27V

27 watts, 1 A

output

DC out

device #

link port

baud rate

logic inputs

channel 2

channel 1

output

15 watts

class 2 wiring

50/60 Hz

~

27V

124

8

16

32

19200

9600

2400

last

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Portland, Oregon

an affiliate of

Rauland-Borg Corp.

15 watts

class 2 wiring

50/60 Hz

~

27V

gnd

IR2

IR3

19200

9600

2400

last

214816

32

baud rate remote

serial port

device #

DC out

remote

display

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Portland, Oregon

an affiliate of

Rauland-Borg Corp.

MUTE

VOL

VOL

1234

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

SELECT

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

5678

MASTER

IR receiver

DRC 4+4 Remote Display Panel

1 234

preset

1234

5678

mute mute mute mute

mute mute mute mute

MUTE

VOL

VOL

1234

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

SELECT

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

5678

MASTER

Remote Display

Controller

909-0080-00

Biamp Systems

computer or
third-party
controller

infrared

wall-mount

control

panel

remote
display
panel

remote
display
controller

logic inputs

VOL

VOL

VOL

VOL

PRESETS MAIN AUX

314

2

custom

switch

panel

DRI

DLA93

EQ282/8

REMOTE CONTROL OPTIONS

aux 1 main

input

input

to zone

amplifier

to main

amplifier

link port

serial port

control voltage

outputs

DRI Controlling DLA93 Digital-Logic Automixer

APPLICATIONS

This application shows Control Voltage Outputs of a DRI connected to Remote Control of a DLA93 (an ‘inter-connect’ cable is provided
with the DRI for this purpose). The DRI accepts commands from a variety of remote control methods, including: infrared, wall-mount or
custom push-button panels, contact-closures or switch panels, and computer or third-party RS-232 controllers. These commands affect
the DRI control voltage & logic outputs (as programmed), and they in turn affect the DLA93. The DRI is factory programmed to control the
following DLA93 functions: Channels 1~8 level & mute; Aux Input level & mute; Main Output level & mute; Aux 1 Output level & mute;
Master/Slave switching; and Auto/Manual switching. In addition, the DRI provides the ability to store and recall up to eight presets from
non-volatile memory. Each preset may be programmed to affect any or all of the DLA93 functions mentioned above. This application also
shows the DRI Link Port connected to an EQ282/8 Serial Port (‘link’ cable is optional). The EQ282/8 may be programmed to respo nd to
specific commands. This is an effective means of controlling multiple units, including the capability for simultaneous preset selection.

16

15 watts

class 2 wiring

50/60 Hz

~

27V

gnd

IR2

IR3

19200

9600

2400

last

214816

32

baud rate remote

serial port

device #

DC out

remote
display

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Rauland-Borg Corp.

MUTE

VOL

VOL

1234

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

SELECT

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

5678

MASTER

IR receiver

DRC 4+4 Remote Display Panel

1 234

preset

1234

5678

mute mute mute mute

mute mute mute mute

MUTE

VOL

VOL

1234

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

SELECT

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

MUTE

VOL

VOL

5678

MASTER

Remote Display

Controller

909-0080-00

Biamp Systems

computer or
third-party
controller

infrared

wall-mount

control

panel

remote
display
panel

remote
display
controller

logic inputs

STEREO SOURCE SELECT

627

3

custom

switch

panel

DRI

REMOTE CONTROL OPTIONS

5

1

8

4

control voltage

outputs

link port

DC out

in/out in/out in/out in/out

4321

VCA control voltage inputs

+10Vgnd RC4 RC3 RC2 RC1

DC in

ADVANTAGE RCII

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Remote Control

RCII

patch patch patch patch

cassette deck

CD player

2:50

1

COMPACT

DIGITAL AUDIO

L R L R

DC out

in/out in/out in/out in/out

4321

VCA control voltage inputs

+10Vgnd

DC in

ADVANTAGE RCII

MADE IN U.S.A.

Remote Control

RCII

patch patch patch patch

computer

tuner

101.9

5
FM

L R L R

DC out

in/out in/out in/out in/out

4321

VCA control voltage inputs

+10Vgnd RC4 RC3 RC2 RC1

DC in

ADVANTAGE RCII

MADE IN U.S.A.

Remote Control

RCII

patch patch patch patch

VCR

laser disk

VHS

LaserDisk

L R L R

DC out

in/out in/out in/out in/out

4321

VCA control voltage inputs

+10Vgnd

DC in

ADVANTAGE RCII

MADE IN U.S.A.

Remote Control

RCII

patch patch patch patch

Channel 1

12345

Channel 2

12345

music service

channel 1

music service

channel 2

L R L R

RC4RC3 RC2 RC1

RC4RC3 RC2 RC1

DRI Controlling Multiple RCII 4-Channel VCAs

APPLICATIONS

This application shows Control Voltage Outputs of a DRI connected to Control Voltage Inputs of four RCIIs (custom cabling is re quired).
The DRI accepts commands from a variety of remote control methods, including: infrared, wall-mount or custom push-button panels,
contact-closures or switch panels, and computer or third-party RS-232 controllers. These commands affect the DRI control voltage outputs
(as programmed), and they in turn affect the RCIIs. Eight of the DRI control voltages are each connected to two channels of an RCII,
thereby providing common control of both left & right (stereo) signals. The DRI factory programming allows control of the RCII functions
(level & mute) for the eight stereo sources (Channels 1~8). In addition, the DRI provides the ability to store and recall up to eight presets
from non-volatile memory. Each preset may be programmed to affect any or all of the RCII functions mentioned above. The DRI control
voltages may be programmed and connected to RCIIs in a variety of configurations, including: up to twelve individual or ‘groupe d’ signals,
up to six stereo signals with balance control, or even combined control over both VCAs & external circuits (such as lighting dimmers).

17

SPECIFICATIONS & BLOCK DIAGRAM

Logic Inputs

Logic Outputs

(TTL compatible)

(open collector/negative true)

Control Voltages

Baud Rates

(serial & link ports)

Device Numbers

DC Out:

:

(per output)

:

:

(serial & link ports)

5VDC / 1mA

:

sink current - 50mA max.

collector voltage - 24VDC max.

0~10VDC / 4mA max.

2400, 9600, 19200

:

0~63

±12VDC / 150mA max.

Power Requirements:

Power Consumption:

Dimensions:

Height (1 rack space)

Width

Depth

Weight:

120/240VAC

15 watts max.

1.75 inches (44mm)

19 inches (483mm)

7 inches (178mm)

7 lbs. (3.18kg)

DRI Block Diagram

remote

port

IR3
IR2

gnd

logic inputs

receive

send

link

port

infrared

decoder

RS-232

serial

port

remoteerror

remote
display

port

microprocessor

12-channel

D/A

converter

non-volatile

RAM

memory

logic
outputs

0~10VDC
control
voltage
outputs

baud rate DIP switch

device # DIP switch

18

WARRANTY

BIAMP SYSTEMS IS PLEASED TO EXTEND THE FOLLOWING 5-YEAR

LIMITED WARRANTY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THE

PROFESSIONAL SOUND EQUIPMENT DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL.

BIAMP Systems expressly warrants this product to be
free from defects in material and workmanship for a
period of 5 YEARS from the date of purchase as a
new product from an authorized BIAMP Systems
dealer under the following conditions.

1. The Purchaser is responsible for completing and
mailing to BIAMP Systems, within 10 days of
purchase, the attached warranty application.

2. In the event the warranted BIAMP Systems product
requires service during the warranty period, BIAMP
Systems will repair or replace, at its option, defective
materials, provided you have identified yourself as the
original purchaser of the product to any authorized
BIAMP Systems Service Center. Transportation and
insurance charges to and from an authorized Service
Center or the BIAMP Systems factory for warranted
products or components thereof to obtain repairs shall
be the responsibility of the purchaser.

3. This warranty will be VOIDED if the serial number
has been removed or defaced; or if the product has
been subjected to accidental damage, abuse, rental
usage, alterations, or attempted repair by any person
not authorized by BIAMP Systems to make repairs; or
if the product has been installed contrary to BIAMP
Systems's recommendations.

4. Electro-mechanical fans, electrolytic capacitors,
and the normal wear and tear of appearance items
such as paint, knobs, handles, and covers are not
covered under this warranty.

5. BIAMP SYSTEMS SHALL NOT IN ANY EVENT BE
LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST
PROFITS, LOSS OF USE, PRO PERTY DAM AGE, IN JURY
TO GOODWILL, OR OTHER ECONOMIC LOSS OF ANY
SORT. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN,
BIAMP SYSTEMS DISCLAIMS AL L OTHER LIABILIT Y TO
PURCHASER OR ANY OTHER PERSONS ARISING OUT
OF USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT,
INCLUDING LIABILITY FOR NEGLIGENCE OR STRICT
LIABILITY IN TORT.

6. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. BIAMP
SYSTEMS EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE REMEDIES SET
FORTH HEREIN SHALL BE THE PURCHASER'S SOLE
AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES WITH RESPECT TO ANY
DEFECTIVE PRODUCT. THE AGENTS, EMPLOYEES,
DISTRIBUTORS, AND DEALERS OF BIAMP SYSTEMS
ARE NOT AUTHORIZED TO MODIFY THIS WARRANTY
OR TO MAKE ADDITIONAL WARRANTIES BINDING O N
BIAMP SYSTEMS. ACCORDINGLY, ADDITIONAL
STATEMENTS SUCH AS DEALER ADVERTISEMENTS
OR REPRESENTATIONS DO NOT CONSTITUTE
WARRANTIES BY BIAMP SYSTEMS.

7. No action for breach of this warranty may be
commenced more than one year after the expiration of this
warranty.

Thank you for purchasing BIAMP SYSTEMS...

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Biamp Systems

10074 S.W. Arctic Drive

Beaverton, Oregon 97005

[phone]

http://www.biamp.com

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585.0134.00