Biamp LTR User Manual

Operation Manual

(printable Help file)

Table Of Contents

Initialization Properties 1
AudiaFUSION Block 3
AudiaFUSION Control Dialog Window 3

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2. ____________________________________________________________________________ 7 Source Selections

3. ______________________________________________________________________________________ 8 RED-1

4. ________________________________________________________________________________ 11 VoIP Blocks

5. ___________________________________________________________________________________ 15 Features

6. _________________________________________________________ 18 Architect's & Engineer's Specifications

7. __________________________________________________________________________________ 22 Warranty

8. _____________________________________________________________________________ 23 Documentation

9. _____________________________________________________________________________ 25 Software Tools

10. ______________________________________________________________________ 25 Basic Screen Elements

11. ____________________________________________________________________________________ 26 Layout

12. _____________________________________________________________________________ 27 Bird's Eye View

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Format Toolbar 29

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15. _____________________________________________________________________________ 29 Format Toolbar

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20. __________________________________________________________________________________ 30 Align Left

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23. _________________________________________________________________________________ 30 Back Color

24. _________________________________________________________________________________ 31 Text Color

25. _________________________________________________________________________________ 31 Fore Color

26. _________________________________________________________________________________ 31 Hilite Color

27. _________________________________________________________________________________ 31 Pen Width

_________________________________________________________________________________ 30 Align Right

28. ________________________________________________________________________________ 32 Hatch Style

Layout Toolbar 32

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30. _____________________________________________________________________________ 32 Property Sheet

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33. _______________________________________________________________________ 34 Object Property Sheet

34. ____________________________________________________________________________ 35 Object Inspector

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________________________________________________________________________________ 36 Toggle Grid

37. _______________________________________________________________________________ 36 Toggle Ruler

38. _____________________________________________________________________________ 36 Bird's Eye View

39. ___________________________________________________________________________________ 36 Zoom In

40. __________________________________________________________________________________ 36 Zoom Out

41. __________________________________________________________________________________ 37 Zoom 1:1

_______________________________________________________________________ 33 Layout Property Sheet

_________________________________________________________________________ 33 Line Property Sheet

42. ________________________________________________________________________________ 37 Zoom Level

43. _______________________________________________________________________________ 37 Pack Objects

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________________________________________________________________________________ 37 Align Edges

45. ______________________________________________________________________________ 38 Center In View

46. _____________________________________________________________________________________ 38 Space

47. ____________________________________________________________________________ 38 Make Same Size

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Network Toolbar 39

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49. ____________________________________________________________________________ 39 Network Toolbar

50. ___________________________________________________________________________________ 39 Connect

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_________________________________________________________________________ 40 Connect To System

53. _____________________________________________________________________ 40 Disconnect From System

54. _________________________________________________________________________ 40 Send Configuration

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_________________________________________________________________________________ 41 Start Audio

57. _________________________________________________________________________________ 41 Stop Audio

58. _________________________________________________________________________ 41 Device Maintenance

59. _______________________________________________________________ 42 Device Maintenance Dialog Box

60. ___________________________________________________________________________ 45 Device Date/Time

61. ______________________________________________________________________________ 46 Set IP Address

62. _______________________________________________________________________________ 47 RCB Devices

63. ____________________________________________________________________ 48 Remote Ethernet Devices

Standard Toolbar 48

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65. ______________________________________________________________________________________ 49 New

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72. ______________________________________________________________________________________ 50 Undo

73. ______________________________________________________________________________________ 50 Redo

74. ______________________________________________________________________________________ 50 Print

75. ______________________________________________________________________________________ 50 Help

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76. ________________________________________________________________________________ 51 Main Menus

77. __________________________________________________________________________________ 51 File Menu

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80. ____________________________________________________________________________________ 52 Export

81. _____________________________________________________________________________________ 52 Close

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84. ___________________________________________________________________________________ 52 Compile

85. ___________________________________________________________________________________ 53 Network

86. ______________________________________________________________________________________ 53 Print

87. _______________________________________________________________________________ 54 Print Preview

88. _________________________________________________________________________________ 54 Print Setup

89. _________________________________________________________________________________ 54 Recent File

90. _______________________________________________________________________________________ 54 Exit

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93. ______________________________________________________________________________________ 55 Redo

94. _______________________________________________________________________________________ 55 Cut

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96. _____________________________________________________________________________________ 55 Paste

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99. __________________________________________________________________________________ 56 Duplicate

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Recall _____________________________________________________________________________________ 60

__________________________________________________________________________________ 56 Select All

_____________________________________________________________________________________ 56 Delete

______________________________________________________________________________ 56 Control Dialog

_________________________________________________________________________________ 57 View Menu

_____________________________________________________________________ 57 Processing Library Menu

_______________________________________________________________________________ 58 Presets Menu

___________________________________________________________________________ 58 Create/Edit/Recall

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Custom Blocks Menu ________________________________________________________________________ 60

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Create Custom Block Document_______________________________________________________________ 61

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Merge Into Custom Block ____________________________________________________________________ 61

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Equipment Table____________________________________________________________________________ 64

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Object Inspector ____________________________________________________________________________ 65

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Layout Menu _______________________________________________________________________________ 73

______________________________________________________________________ 66 Layout Compile Results

________________________________________________________________________ 67 Signal Path Identifier

____________________________________________________________________________ 68 General Options

____________________________________________________________________________ 68 Display Options

____________________________________________________________________________ 69 Compile Options

____________________________________________________________________________ 70 Network Options

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Align Objects_______________________________________________________________________________ 73

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Order _____________________________________________________________________________________ 73

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Object Sheet _______________________________________________________________________________ 74

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Grid Settings _______________________________________________________________________________ 74

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Window Menu ______________________________________________________________________________ 74

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Help Menu _________________________________________________________________________________ 75

Status Bar 75

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Status Bar

Keyboard Shortcuts

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Keyboard Shortcuts _________________________________________________________________________ 75

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Component Objects _________________________________________________________________________ 79

Input Output 79

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Output ____________________________________________________________________________________ 80

CobraNet® Input ____________________________________________________________________________ 81

CobraNet® Output __________________________________________________________________________ 82

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Fixed 12-Channel Input ______________________________________________________________________ 83

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Fixed 12-Channel Output _____________________________________________________________________ 84

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AEC Input _________________________________________________________________________________ 84

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EXPI ______________________________________________________________________________________ 86

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EXPO _____________________________________________________________________________________ 87

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VoIP Advanced Settings 96

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Mixers 104

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_________________________________________________________________________ 89 Telephone Interface

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Power Amp _______________________________________________________________________________ 101

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Networked Paging Station-1 _________________________________________________________________ 102

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Equalizers

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_______________________________________________________________________________ 105 Auto Mixers

Standard Mixers ___________________________________________________________________________ 106

Matrix Mixers______________________________________________________________________________ 107

Room Combiners

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Graphic Equalizer __________________________________________________________________________ 111

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________________________________________________________________________________ 109 Equalizers

_______________________________________________________________________ 110 Parametric Equalizer

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Feedback Suppressor ______________________________________________________________________ 111

Filters 112

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Filters____________________________________________________________________________________ 112

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High Pass Filter____________________________________________________________________________ 113

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Low Pass Filter 113

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High Shelf Filter ___________________________________________________________________________ 114

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Low Shelf Filter____________________________________________________________________________ 114

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All-Pass Filter _____________________________________________________________________________ 115

Crossovers 115

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4-Way Crossover

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Ducker ___________________________________________________________________________________ 120

_______________________________________________________________________________ 115 Crossovers

___________________________________________________________________________ 116 2-Way Crossover

___________________________________________________________________________ 117 3-Way Crossover

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___________________________________________________________________________________ 119 Leveler

______________________________________________________________________________ 119 Comp/Limiter

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Noise Gate________________________________________________________________________________ 120

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Ambient Noise Compensator ________________________________________________________________ 121

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ANC Set 122

Routers 123

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Routers __________________________________________________________________________________ 123

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Router ___________________________________________________________________________________ 124

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Paging Zone Router ________________________________________________________________________ 124

Delays 126

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Delay ____________________________________________________________________________________ 126

Controls 127

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Logic Gates _______________________________________________________________________________ 130

__________________________________________________________________________________ 127 Controls

_____________________________________________________________________________________ 128 Level

______________________________________________________________________________ 129 Level Inc/Dec

____________________________________________________________________________________ 129 Invert

_______________________________________________________________________________ 130 Mute Button

_____________________________________________________________________________ 130 Preset Button

______________________________________________________________________ 130 Remote Preset Button

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Logic Delay _______________________________________________________________________________ 132

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Event Scheduler ___________________________________________________________________________ 133

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Voltage Control Box ________________________________________________________________________ 138

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VCB Calibration ___________________________________________________________________________ 139

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Logic Box ________________________________________________________________________________ 140

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__________________________________________________________________________________ 136 Select 8

___________________________________________________________________________ 137 Volume/Select 8

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Control Labels_____________________________________________________________________________ 142

Meters 143

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Logic Meter

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_______________________________________________________________________ 143 Signal Present Meter

________________________________________________________________________________ 144 Peak Meter

________________________________________________________________________________ 144 RMS Meter

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________________________________________________________________________________ 145 Generators

____________________________________________________________________________ 145 Tone Generator

_______________________________________________________________________ 146 Pink Noise Generator

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White Noise Generator

Diagnostics 146

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Specialty 147

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Placing Component Objects _________________________________________________________________ 151

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Arranging Component Objects _______________________________________________________________ 151

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Connecting Component Objects______________________________________________________________ 151

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_____________________________________________________________________________ 148 Pass-Through

____________________________________________________________________ 148 Split Pass-Through Input

__________________________________________________________________ 149 Split Pass-Through Output

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Component Object Properties________________________________________________________________ 152

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Customizi 153

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Channel Number Assignments _______________________________________________________________ 155

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Compile Error Messages ____________________________________________________________________ 156

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System Network Considerations______________________________________________________________ 165

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System Connect Considerations _____________________________________________________________ 166

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_____________________________________________________________________ 154 Object and Layout Text

____________________________________________________________ 154 System Compiling Considerations

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Proper Gain Structure ______________________________________________________________________ 167

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Applications ______________________________________________________________________________ 169

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Remote Control Bus________________________________________________________________________ 180

_________________________________________________________________________________ 171 Hardware

____________________________________________________________________ 171 Rear Panel Connections

______________________________________________________________________ 173 Front Panel Indicators

_____________________________________________________________________ 174 Input/Output Expanders

_______________________________________________________________________ 176 System Connections

____________________________________________________________________________ 179 System Control

_____________________________________________________________________ 179 Software User Interface

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Remote Control Bus Hub____________________________________________________________________ 182

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Third-Party Control

RS-232 and Telnet Protocol

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_________________________________________________________________________________ 182 Overview

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Command

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ET – Tells Audia that a DSP attribute is to be set to a specific value – may contain negative numbers and/or decimal

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GET - Tells Audia that a DSP attribute is to be read – the response

number (see Responses).

IN

C - Tells Audia that a DSP attribute is to be incremented by a specific amount

DEC- Tells Audia that a DSP attribute is to be decremented by a specific amount 185

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_____________________________________________________________________________ 184 Telnet Control

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Dynamics Blocks __________________________________________________________________________ 205

____________________________________________________________________________ 187 Device Number

__________________________________________________________________________________ 189 Attribute

________________________________________________________________________ 189 Input/Output Blocks

______________________________________________________________________________ 197 Mixer Blocks

___________________________________________________________________________ 200 Equalizer Blocks

______________________________________________________________________________ 201 Filter Blocks

__________________________________________________________________________ 203 Crossover Blocks

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Router Blocks _____________________________________________________________________________ 206

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Delay Blocks ______________________________________________________________________________ 207

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Control Blocks ____________________________________________________________________________ 208

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________________________________________________________________________________ 210 Instance ID

____________________________________________________________________________ 210 Instance ID Tag

____________________________________________________________________________________ 211 Index

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Value ____________________________________________________________________________________ 212

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Responses________________________________________________________________________________ 213

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___________________________________________________________________ 214 Control Dialog - Overview

_____________________________________________________ 215 Control Dialog - Levels, Presets, & Meters

______________________________________________________________________ 218 IP Address Commands

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AudiaFUSION

.AudiaFUSION Networked Amplified Processor is an 8-channel modular amplifier with CobraNet
digital I/O, digital signal processing, and automatic channel or device failover. The device
provides amplified outputs to directly drive 4, 6, or 8 Ohm low-impedance loudspeaker systems or
70 or 100V constant voltage loudspeaker systems. When placed into the layout from the Object
toolbar, AudiaFUSION output blocks are software configurable for 100–600 watts per channel.
The combined wattage of all power amplifier modules in an AudiaFUSION chassis can be up to
2400 watts.

Initialization Properties

An AudiaFUSION unit appears in Audia software as an output block. When an AudiaFUSION
device is chosen from the I/O menu in the Object toolbar and the mouse is clicked in the layout
window, an AudiaFUSION Amp Initialization Dialog window appears.

Channel Power is used to select the power rating (in watts) for all channels controlled by that

block.

Channel Count is used to select the number of amplifier channels that block will provide. The

maximum number of channels available with this parameter is affected by the Channel power
setting. For example, a setting of 600 watts would result in a maximum Channel count of 4, as
600 watts x 4 channels = 2400 watts, which is the maximum amplifier capacity of one
AudiaFUSION frame.

Enable Logic Outputs is used to determine if the AudiaFUSION block will provide logic output

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Group Logic Outputs is used when Enable logic outputs is checked to determine what

complement of logic outputs are provided on the AudiaFUSION block. If Group logic outputs is
unchecked, the block will feature six logic outputs per channel, plus a global Fan Stuck Rotor
output. The six logic outputs for each channel correspond to the six fault types that an
AudiaFUSION amplifier channel can report: Heat Sink, Short Circuit, Channel Failure, Excessive
Clipping, Low Impedance, and High Impedance.

If Group Logic Outputs is checked, only two logic outputs are provided per amplifier channel,

Alarm and Warning, plus the global Fan Stuck Rotor. In this mode, the Alarm output is a logical
OR of the Heat Sink, Short Circuit, and Channel Failure Alarms. The Warning output is a logical
OR of the Heat Sink, Excessive Clipping, Low Impedance, and High Impedance Warnings. If an
AudiaFUSION block is initialized with Device Failover active, two additional global logic outputs
are provided, Primary Device Good and Secondary Device Good.

Amplifier Mode is used to specify whether the amplifier channels controlled by that block will be

configured as Low Impedance – for standard 4, 6, or 8 Ohm loudspeakers – or 70V or 100V
Constant Voltage – for connection to distributed, transformer-coupled loudspeakers.

Enable Device Failover is used to establish an automatic device failover mode using two

identically configured AudiaFUSION units. The two units become a logical pair and are referred
to as the Primary Device and Secondary Device. If the Primary Device experiences an alarm, it
will automatically transfer control to the Secondary Device, which will continue to process and
distribute audio, taking on all of the functions of the Primary Device.

When device failover occurs, switching relays on the AM600 amplifier modules will physically
break loudspeaker connections on the Primary Device and make connections on the Secondary
Device. As a result, it is necessary to have two physical cable runs to each loudspeaker
connection, one from the Primary Device and one from the corresponding output channel on the
Secondary Device, in order for audio to continue to flow when device failover occurs.

When an AudiaFUSION block is created with Enable Device Failover checked, it will appear in
the layout window as two devices “fused” together. The properties and attributes of the
Secondary Device cannot be edited or modified independently of the Primary Device. The two
units are always configured identically.

When a layout is compiled that includes an AudiaFUSION block with device failover enabled, the
Secondary Device will receive a device ID that is different from the Primary Device; however,
during a failover, any received ATP command strings intended for the Primary Device are
automatically routed to the Secondary Device, and any acknowledgement messages that the
Secondary Device returns will contain the device ID of the Primary Device, even though the
Primary Device is no longer the active unit. This preserves third-party control support during
device failover.

A device failover pair will appear in the Equipment Table with device types that are read-only. If
either the Primary or Secondary Device is removed from the Equipment Table, the partner unit
will also be removed.

Enable Channel Failover for these Channels provides a means of establishing an automatic

channel failover mode using two adjacent channels within a single AudiaFUSION unit. The two
designated channels become a logical pair and are referred to as Primary Channel and
Secondary Channel. If the Primary Channel experiences a channel alarm, it will automatically
transfer control to the Secondary Channel, which will continue to process and distribute audio,
taking on all of the functions of the Primary Channel.

When channel failover occurs, switching relays on the AM600 amplifier modules will physically
break loudspeaker connections on the Primary Channel and make connections on the Secondary
Channel. As a result, it is necessary to have two physical cable runs to each loudspeaker
connection, one from the Primary Channel and one from the Secondary Channel, in order for
audio to continue to flow when channel failover occurs.

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When failover occurs, any received ATP command strings intended for the Primary Channel are
automatically routed to the Secondary Channel, and any acknowledgement messages that the
Secondary Channel returns will contain the index value of the Primary Channel, even though the
Primary Channel is no longer the active channel. This preserves third-party control support
during channel failover.

Note: Channel failover is not available when Device failover is being used, and vice versa.

AudiaFUSION Block

The AudiaFUSION block provides connection points for audio coming into the block, and logic
output connection points for fault indications.

If channel failover is in use, the Primary Channel will be indicated with (P) and the Secondary
Channel with (S). The connection point for the Secondary Channel will appear in a light gray

color and will not accept a wire connection. Instead, the audio signal connected to the Primary
Channel will automatically be used as the input for the Secondary Channel when channel failover
occurs.

If device failover is in use, the block will appear as two AudiaFUSION blocks “fused” together.
The Primary (left) side will have the audio and logic connection points and the Secondary (right)
side will have no connection points.

The complement of logic output connection points that are available is dependent on whether the

Group Logic Outputs property in the AudiaFUSION block initialization dialog window is checked

or not. When that setting is unchecked, the block will feature six logic outputs per channel, plus a
global Fan Stuck Rotor output. The six logic outputs for each channel correspond to the six fault
types that an AudiaFUSION amplifier channel can report: Heat Sink, Short Circuit, Channel
Failure, Excessive Clipping, Low Impedance, and High Impedance.

If Group Logic Outputs is checked, only two logic outputs are provided per amplifier channel,

Alarm and Warning, plus the global Fan Stuck Rotor. In this mode, the Alarm output is a logical
OR of the Heat Sink, Short Circuit, and Channel Failure Alarms. The Warning output is a logical
OR of the Heat Sink, Excessive Clipping, Low Impedance, and High Impedance Warnings. When
the AudiaFUSION block is initialized with Device Failover active, two additional global logic
outputs are provided, Primary Device Good and Secondary Device Good.

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Device I/O indicates which hardware input is associated with that software channel. If Device

failover or Channel failover is in use, an additional column to the right of the Device I/O field will
indicate whether that device or channel is Primary (Pri) or Secondary (Sec).

Fault

There are two types of Faults that the AudiaFUSION can report, categorized as Warnings or
Alarms, depending on their severity. A Warning indicates that some aspect of the system is not
performing within normal specification. Audio is still passing, but if the condition causing the
Warning is not corrected, failure may occur. An Alarm indicates that some aspect of the system
has failed and audio is no longer passing on that channel. If Channel or Device Failover has
been enabled for that channel or device, an Alarm will cause failover to occur, whereas a
Warning will not.

List of AudiaFUSION Faults:

Heat Sink (HS) Warning indicates that the heat sink on the AM600 amplifier module has

reached 92% of its maximum cooling capacity. The amplifier module will automatically
attenuate audio by 3 dB to attempt to reduce the temperature of the heat sink. If the
temperature continues to rise, the HS Warning will become an HS Alarm (see below).
The heat sink temperature must fall below 84% of maximum capacity to clear the HS
Warning and restore full output level.

Heat Sink (HS) Alarm indicates that the heat sink on the AM600 amplifier module has

reached 100% of its cooling capacity and audio on that channel will be stopped. Failover
will occur if enabled on that channel or device. If failover is not enabled, audio will only
be restored on that channel when the heat sink temperature falls below 84% of maximum
capacity.

Short Circuit (SC) Alarm indicates that there may be a short circuit on the load on that

channel. The output current of the amplifier module is continuously monitored. If the
current exceeds the maximum rated current amount, or if the load impedance monitoring
circuit calculates an effective load of 1 Ohm or less, the SC Alarm will occur and audio
will be stopped on that channel. After a brief wait, the amplifier module will attempt to
restart audio. If the condition that caused the SC Alarm persists, the amplifier module will
continue to wait and try again. It will do this indefinitely, unless failover has been enabled
on that channel or device, in which case the Short Circuit Delay attribute in the Property
Sheet of the AudiaFUSION block will determine how long the amplifier module will retry
before failover occurs.

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Channel Failure (CF) Alarm indicates that a hardware failure of the amplifier module

has occurred. Audio will be stopped on that channel and channel or device failover will
occur, if enabled.

Excessive Clipping (EC) Warning indicates that amplifier output clipping has occurred

(or would have occurred if the Clip Limiter had not been enabled) and is affected by the
Clip Count Threshold parameter (see Clip Count Threshold below).

Low Impedance (LZ) Warning indicates that the impedance monitoring circuit (if

enabled) has detected an impedance that is lower than the minimum allowed by the
current setting of the Tolerance parameter (see Band Setup below).

High Impedance (HZ) Warning indicates that the impedance monitoring circuit (if

enabled) has detected an impedance that is higher than the maximum allowed by the
current setting of the Tolerance parameter (see Band Setup below).

Other Control Dialog Parameters

HS Temp % Max indicates the temperature of the heat sink located on the amplifier module,

given as a percentage of maximum cooling capacity. If the heat sink temperature rises to 92%, a
Heat Sink (HS) Warning will occur and the amplifier module will attenuate its output by 3 dB to
attempt to reduce the temperature of the heat sink. If the heat sink temperature rises to 100%, a
Heat Sink (HS) Alarm will occur and audio on that channel will be stopped.

Clip Count Threshold is the number of consecutive 100 ms segments of audio containing at

least one clipped sample that are needed to illuminate the Excessive Clipping (EC) Warning
indicator. The Clip Count Threshold affects the response of the EC Warning indicator; if the Clip
Count Threshold is set to 1, the Excessive Clipping (EC) Warning indicator becomes a “standard”
or instantaneous clip indicator, rather than an “excessive” or long-term clip indicator.

Mute Out is used to mute the audio on that channel. Gain Out (dB) is used to set the amplifier
sensitivity. This control ranges from 0 dB (unity gain) to 24 dB (default is 12 dB). Invert Out is
used to reverse the polarity of the output signal. Clip Limiter Out is used to control whether the

analog clip limiting circuit on the amplifier module is enabled or not. When enabled, this limiter

attenuates any signal peaks that would otherwise cause the amplifier’s output to clip. Peak Out

is a signal peak indicator that illuminates when the output signal is within 3 dB of clipping the
amplifier.

Impedance Parameters

Load is a setting that allows the user to select the intended speaker load (4, 6, or 8 Ohm) for all

channels controlled by that block. Choosing Auto Detect will allow the AM600 amplifier module to
automatically set the load impedance based upon the amplifier output current. This setting is only
available if the Amplifier Mode has been designated as Low Impedance. (See Amplifier Mode
above)

Band Setup produces a control dialog window that allows the Impedance Monitoring algorithm to

be configured. The text on the button control will indicate the number of frequency bands that
have been defined for impedance monitoring.

Impedance Monitoring Active (IMA) is an indicator that illuminates when impedance monitoring

is active.

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Frequency Band Setup is a dialog window that contains parameters for defining frequency
bands over which impedance monitoring should occur. Up to four bands can be defined. Active
Band is used to choose which band’s parameters are displayed for modification. Center Freq
(Hz) is the center frequency of the active band. Bandwidth (Hz) is the bandwidth of the active

band. Tolerance % defines the amount above or below the baseline impedance curve that,

when exceeded, causes a High Impedance or Low Impedance Warning to occur. Setting
Tolerance % to a lower number means that a smaller change in the load impedance curve will be
sufficient to cause a High Impedance or Low Impedance Warning. Setting Tolerance % to a
higher number means that a larger change in the load impedance curve will be required to cause
a High Impedance or Low Impedance Warning.

Add Band is used to add an additional band to the monitoring algorithm. Up to four bands can
be defined. Remove Band will delete the highest-numbered band. Disable Alarms is used to

bypass the impedance monitoring algorithm and suppress any High Impedance or Low

Impedance faults that may be detected. Averaging length (samples) defines the number of

impedance measurements that are collected and averaged to determine the load impedance
curve. Setting this value to a lower number will allow the curve to be drawn and updated more
quickly, at the expense of some accuracy or “curve jitter.” Setting this value to a higher number
will cause the curve to be drawn and updated more slowly, but with smoother and more accurate
data.

Capture Alarm Baseline Data is used to populate the Alarm Baseline Data fields with the

currently displayed Realtime Impedance Data. The Realtime Impedance Data is obtained by
dynamically measuring load voltage versus current at several different frequencies throughout the
audible spectrum. The results of this impedance calculation are affected by the amplitude and
spectral characteristics of the signal passing through the amplifier module. For best results, a
wideband signal such as pink noise should be played at a sufficient level to overcome the noise
floor of the detection circuitry.

Impedance Monitoring Active is an indicator that illuminates when sufficient data has been

entered for the impedance monitoring algorithm to begin monitoring that band.

Auto Mixer Combiner

Note: The Auto Mixer Combiner replaces the Mix Minus Combiner in the software and incorporates all of its functionality,
plus some additional features. Files created in previous versions of Audia that contain a Mix Minus Combiner will still
function normally and the Mix Minus Combiner will still appear in the layout, even though the block will no longer appear in
the Object Toolbar or Processing Library. The user may substitute an Auto Mixer Combiner block anywhere a Mix Minus
Combiner would have been used.

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Auto Mixer Combiner blocks enhance the capabilities of Auto Mixers in room
combining, mix-minus, and input expansion applications. Auto Mixer Combiners
combine control data only and, therefore, have no audio outputs. Inputs to an Auto
Mixer Combiner come from the Mix outputs of separate Auto Mixer blocks. Ch /
Combine allows input channels (1, 2, 3, etc.) to be grouped into specific combinations
(A, B, C, etc.). These combinations automatically determine proper routing of control
data for the Auto Mixer blocks. Control data represents NOM (number of open mics),
ATS (adaptive threshold sensing), and last mic hold status information. Auto Mixer
Combiners are used when Auto Mixer outputs are also connected to a separate Matrix
Mixer (to create multiple mix-minus outputs). Auto Mixer Combiners allow large Auto
Mixers to be created from multiple, smaller ones. This is useful when more than 32
inputs are required or when an Auto Mixer must be placed into multiple Audia units (for
proper DSP allocation or physical location of inputs).

Groups buttons are used to choose a group for viewing and editing two settings: Last
Mic Hold and Open Mic Limits. Last Mic Hold determines whether the last open
microphone across all Auto Mixer inputs assigned to the current group is allowed to
gate off when activity on that channel ceases. Open Mic Limits enables (and
designates) a maximum allowable number of active microphones across all Auto Mixer
inputs assigned to the current group.

Right clicking on Ch / Combine assignments will prompt a menu of additional options.

Source Selections

Source Selection blocks are N by 1 routers (where N represents the number of sources) with level control per input and
optional logic input and output connections. Source Selection blocks are useful when remote control of audio source
selection is required.

When the user first places a Source Selection
block into an Audia layout, this prompts an
initialization window.

Source Channel Count specifies the number of input
channels (2 to 16) and generally corresponds to the
number of sources from which the user can choose. If the
Source Channel Count is set to Custom, the Chan Count
parameter is used to specify the exact number of
channels desired.

If selected, Enable Logic provides a logic input and output
connection point for each channel.

Source Selection is represented in the layout
as a block with a number of audio input
connections (specified by the Source Channel
Count parameter), one audio output
connection, and optionally, a logic input and
output connection point for each channel. If
logic is enabled, a low-to-high logic transition
(i.e., a rising edge) presented to a logic input

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RED-1

connection will cause the Source Selection
block to switch to the corresponding audio
input channel, and the corresponding logic out
connection will be at a logic high. All other
logic outputs will be low.

Double clicking on a Source Selection block produces a
control window.

Level (dB) adjusts the level (-100 to 12 dB) of the source
connected to that channel’s input.

Source Selection buttons are used to select the input
source that is routed to the audio output connector of the
Source Selection block. If the user right clicks a source
selection button, this produces a dialog box that allows
customization of the text that is displayed on that button.
This dialog box can be minimized to create user control
surfaces (see Customizing Component Objects).

Remote Ethernet Device 1 (RED-1) is an external remote control panel that integrates with Audia systems via Ethernet,
using a single CAT5 cable for control and Power-over-Ethernet (PoE). RED-1 allows for the selection of up to 32 control
items. A control item can be the initiation of a logic event (such as a preset recall or a source selection), selection of a
volume assignment, or both. Volume assignments may be individual or ganged levels within the layout, including Level
Control blocks, as well as levels within other component blocks (such as Input/Output blocks, Mixers, Equalizers, etc).

When a RED-1 block is first placed into the layout, an
initialization dialog box appears.

Logic Out specifies the number of logic connection
points (0 to 32) on the RED-1 block. These connection
points are typically wired to Remote Preset or Source
Selection blocks but can also be used as general­purpose logic inputs.

Device ID is the name given to each RED-1 block and
should correspond to the Device ID of a physical remote
panel. No two RED-1 blocks in any layout may have the
same Device ID; however, multiple RED-1 panels may
have the same Device ID. In that case, the panels’
functions are identical and governed by the RED-1
block with the corresponding Device ID.

RED-1 is represented in the layout as a
block with a number of logic connection
points (determined by the Logic Out setting
when the block is created), plus a DF logic
output node, which outputs logic high when
at least one like-named RED-1 unit is
discovered on the network.

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All programmed panel functions are assigned using the control dialog box, which is produced by double-clicking the RED­1 block.

A list displays all defined control items, each with a Channel Number and customizable Control Label. The New button
creates a control item in the list, and the user is prompted to either accept the default label or enter a new one. Rename
allows the user to change the Control Label of the selected control item. Delete removes the selected control item from
the list. Move Up and Move Down modify the order of the control items in the list, giving the user the ability to control the
display order of the control items on the RED-1 panel.

Each control item may have a Level Control assignment, a Logic Control assignment, or both.

Level Control

Object Code selects from a list of blocks found in the layout, and the Instance ID is entered automatically, if known.
Control ID selects from a list of available levels within the chosen block.

Logic Control

Logic Index specifies which logic connection point, if any, on the RED-1 block will be triggered when that control item is
selected.

Once the RED-1 block has been programmed with control items, the Select and Up/Down Arrow buttons at the bottom of
the control dialog box may be used to mimic how the control will function from the physical panel.

Control dialog boxes for RED-1 devices may be minimized to create user control surfaces (see Customizing Component
Objects).

Audio Wiring Diagrams

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AEC-2HD

Balanced

IP-2

Un-

balanced

IP-2

Un-

balanced

stereo to

two un-

balanced

inputs

OP-2e

Balanced

Output

Un-

balanced

Output

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PA-2

Speaker

output

4Ω or 8Ω

PA-2

Speaker

output

Bridged-

Mono
Mode

4Ω or 8Ω

Telephone

Interface.

Note That

Two Telco

Lines Are

Used In

This

Example

But Not

Required.

Local

Telephone

s Are Not
Required

For

System

To

Function

But Can

Be Used

As Dialers

Or Local

Monitors.

VoIP Blocks

VoIP Console Attribute Commands Index Value Range

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Hookstate VOIPHOOKSTATE SET, GET 1

Digit(s) to Dial VOIPPHONENUM DIAL 1

Last Number Dialed VOIPLASTNUM GET 1 None

Redial VOIPLASTDIALED DIAL 1 None

Speed Dial
Tel. Number

Speed Dial
Name

Speed Dial
Entry to Dial

Answer Call VOIPCALL ANS 1 None

Reject or End Call VOIPCALL END 1 None

Auto-Answer VOIPAAENABLE SET, GET 1

Number of Rings
Before Auto­Answer

Place a Call on Hold VOIPCALL HOLD 1 None

Resume a Call on
Hold

VOIPSDENTRY SET, GET 1 & 2

VOIPSDLABEL SET, GET 1 & 2 enter the name

VOIPSPEEDDIAL DIAL 1 1 ~ 16

VOIPAACOUNT SET, GET 1 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

VOIPCALL RESUME 1 None

0 = off-hook
1 = on-hook

enter the phone
number

enter the phone
number

0 = enabled
1 = disabled

Line In Use State VOIPLIUSTATE GET 1

Line Ready State VOIPLRSTATE GET 1

Ring Indicator State VOIPRISTATE GET 1

CallerID VOIPCIDUSER GET 1 "date""phnenum'"name"

0 = not in use
1 = in use

0 = not ready
1 = ready

0 = not ringing
1 = ringing

Note: Index 1 is the line number [1,2] and index 2 is the speed dial entry [1,16].

Multiple VOIPPHONENUM commands can be used to dial the individual digits of a phone
number, but the VoIP dialer must store the complete dial string and send it in a single request to
the VoIP Proxy. To accomplish this task, it must be aware of the end of the dial string. To indicate
the end of a dial string, include a # symbol in the dial command (DIAL 1 VOIPPHONENUM 104 1
5551234#) or (DIAL 1 VOIPPHONENUM 104 1 #).

A dialing timeout also signals the end of a dial string. If the phone is on hook, the first DIAL
command will automatically set the hook state of the line to off hook. Once off hook, the dialing
sequence will time out if a new digit is not received within 3 seconds (configurable). Once this
timeout occurs, the call will be placed using the existing digits.

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DIAL commands received after the call is connected are sent immediately (as DTMF tones). The
dialer can insert delay while sending DTMF tones by inserting commas where desired (each
comma provides ½ second of delay).

Redial and Speed Dial numbers are assumed to be complete dial strings and do not require # (or
wait for a dialing timeout) to be sent. Redial includes only the dial string used to connect the
previous call and does not include DTMF tones sent during the connection.

Both ANS 1 VOIPCALL 104 1 and SET 1 VOIPHOOKSTATE 104 1 0 will answer an incoming
call. Both END 1 VOIPCALL 104 1 and SET 1 VOIPHOOKSTATE 104 1 1 will end a call in
progress.

VoIP Receive Attribute Commands Index Value Range

Receive Level VOIPRXLVL

CPT Level VOIPRXCPTLVL

Mute VOIPRXMUTE SET, GET 1

SET, SETL, GET, GETL,
INC, DEC

SET, SETL, GET, GETL,
INC, DEC

1 -100 ~ 12 *

1 -100 ~ 0 *

0 = unmuted
1 = muted

* Can contain a decimal number.

VoIP Transmit Attribute Commands Index Value Range

Transmit Level VOIPTXLVL

Mute VOIPTXMUTE SET, GET 1

SET, SETL, GET, GETL,
INC, DEC

1 -100 ~ 0 *

0 = unmuted
1 = muted

* Can contain a decimal number.

Device Attribute Commands Index Value Range

VoIP FW Ver VOIPFWVER GET None Major.Minor (ex: 1.90)

Device FQ Ver DEVFWVER GET None (ex: 3.307-2.3-4.510)

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Below are some examples of possible string usage:

1. Basic Dialing with timeout to send, talk, and then end call locally with end command

SET 0 VOIPHOOKSTATE 104 1 0 // go off hook

DIAL 1 VOIPPHONENUM 104 1 1 // dial the digit 1

DIAL 1 VOIPPHONENUM 104 1 2 // dial the digit 2

DIAL 1 VOIPPHONENUM 104 1 3 // dial the digit 3

// … 3 seconds pass (from last DIAL) and
request is sent

// … Talking...

END 1 VOIPCALL 104 1

2. Basic Dialing with explicit send and end call locally with end command

DIAL 1 VOIPPHONENUM 104 1 1 // go off hook and dial the digit 1

DIAL 1 VOIPPHONENUM 104 1 2 // dial the digit 2

DIAL 1 VOIPPHONENUM 104 1 3 // dial the digit 3

DIAL 1 VOIPPHONENUM 104 1 # // send the dial request to the VoIP Proxy

// … Talking...

END 1 VOIPCALL 104 1

3. Incoming call & answer and end locally

// incoming call (ringing…)

ANS 1 VOIPCALL 104 1 // answer call

// … Talking...

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END 1 VOIPCALL 104 1

4. Incoming call & answer and end locally

// incoming call (ringing…)

SET 1 VOIPHOOKSTATE 104 1 0 // answer call

// … Talking...

END 1 VOIPCALL 104 1

5. Incoming call & reject

// incoming call (ringing…)

END 1 VOIPCALL 104 1 // reject call

Introduction

6. Incoming call & answer, Place call on hold, resume call, and end locally

// incoming call (ringing…)

ANS 1 VOIPCALL 104 1 // answer call

// … Talking...

HOLD 1 VOIPCALL 104 1 // place call on hold

RESUME 1 VOIPCALL 104 1 // resume call

// … Talking...

END 1 VOIPCALL 104 1

Features

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Audia is a Digital Audio Platform, which provides distributed digital audio, signal processing, and

control.

Audia is a networkable, decentralized audio system, which is easy to configure & program.

Audia allows the installer to quickly & accurately define the exact sound system required for each

job.

Audia is software programmable, easily expandable, and remotely controllable.

Audia utilizes both CobraNet® and Ethernet for enhanced system networking and control.

Audia is a completely customizable, yet cost-effective, solution for sound system design.

Audia is covered by a five-year warranty.

ALGORITHMS

 Mixers: standard, automatic, matrix, combiners

 Equalizers: graphic, parametric, feedback

 Filters: HPF, LPF, high shelving, low shelving, all-pass

 Crossovers: 2-way, 3-way, 4-way

 Dynamics: levelers, comp/limiters, duckers, gates, ambient noise compensators

 Routers: 2x1 to 56x56

 Delays: 0 to 2,000 ms

 Controls: levels, mutes, presets, remotes, logic, command strings, event schedules

 Meters: signal present, peak reading, RMS reading

 Generators: single tone, sweep, pink-noise, white-noise

 Diagnostics: transfer function

HARDWARE:

 24-bit A/D & D/A converters

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 Six 60 MHz 32-bit floating point Analog Devices SHARC DSPs (360 MFLOPS)

 80 MHz 32-bit Motorola Power PC host processor

 32 Mbytes SDRAM

 8 Mbytes Flash ROM

 Ethernet communications for software control and configuration

 Support of TCP/IP, UDP and ICMP (ping) networking standards

 Battery backed real-time clock and calendar

 Powered Remote Control Bus for easy addition of AUDIA control devices; touch

screens, rotary encoders, and contact switches

 RS-232 serial port for simple connection to 3rd party control devices

 Internal 80 watt universal switching power supply

 Multiple analog I/O configurations

 Mic/Line inputs with programmable mic preamp (0dB to ~ +66dB gain)
 Optional CobraNet interface supporting 64 channels of digital audio (32 in/32 out)

 Compatible with all other CobraNet compliant devices

 Works with standard Ethernet switches

 Multiple system-wide presets and current settings stored in flash memory

 Layout drawing information stored in flash memory

SOFTWARE:

 Win32 application: Windows® XP Professional/Vista operating system required

 Fully dockable Menu and Toolbar support

 Birdseye viewer for easy panning and zooming of large layout files

 Fully customizable Processing Library bar for storing default and custom DSP objects

 Workspace state saved at program shutdown, including current documents, Toolbar,

over Fast Ethernet

Catalog & Birdseye viewer states

 User configurable data file and Processing Library catalog

 Simple object attribute control: colors, line widths, hatching, text font, size, style &

alignment, border widths, etc.

 Multiple simultaneous line (wire) drawing with no special editing modes required

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 Special text block object to enter freeform text and label information

 Easy-to-use tools for object alignment, sizing, packing, spacing & centering

 Fully supported object drag-and-drop between Catalog and view, and between views

 Fully supported multiple layers within a drawing

 Support of Clipboard operation

 Programmable presets

 Export file types: DXF (drawing interchange format) & EMF (enhanced meta files)

Architect's & Engineer's Specifications

AUDIA® Digital Audio Platform

ARCHITECTS & ENGINEERS SPECIFICATION (January 1, 2002)

The Digital Audio Platform shall be available in three hardware
configurations: 8-in/8-out (8x8); 12-in/4-out (12x4); and 4-in/12-out
(4x12). Inputs and outputs shall be analog, with internal 24-bit A/D &
D/A converters operating at a sample rate of 48kHz. All internal
processing shall be digital (DSP). Electronically balanced inputs and
outputs shall be provided on plug-in barrier-strip connectors. Inputs
shall be individually programmable to accept either microphone or line
level signals. The 12x4 configuration shall allow inputs 11 & 12 to be
set for mono summing of unbalanced stereo line level signals. Outputs
shall normally provide line level signals, however, the 4x12
configuration shall allow outputs 1~4 to be individually programmed to
provide microphone level signals.

Each hardware configuration shall include six 60MHz 32-bit floating
point SHARC DSPs, an 80MHz 32-bit Power PC host processor, 32MB SDRAM,
and 8MB Flash ROM. Software shall be provided for creating/connecting
DSP system components within each hardware unit. Available system
components shall include (but not be limited to) various forms of:
mixers, equalizers, filters, crossovers, dynamics/gain controls,
routers, delays, level controls, level meters, and tone generators.
Ethernet communications shall be utilized for software control,

configuration, and DSP sharing. CobraNet® technology shall transport
digital audio over fast Ethernet, allowing multiple units to share
digital audio. After initial programming, systems may be controlled
using either TCP/IP or RS-232 serial communication by third party
control systems such as AMX® and Crestron®.

Each hardware configuration shall be available with CobraNet (for
multi-unit network applications) or without CobraNet (for stand-alone
applications). Multi-unit network applications require an external
10/100Base-T Ethernet switch. All CobraNet & Ethernet connections shall
be via CAT5 cable or fiber-optic. Software shall operate on a PC
computer, with network card installed, running Windows® XP
Professional/Vista.

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The Digital Audio Platform shall be AUDIA®.

AudiaSOLO Digital Audio Platform

ARCHITECT'S & ENGINEER'S SPECIFICATION

The Digital Audio Platform shall be available in three hardware
configurations: 8-in/8-out (8x8); 12-in/4-out (12x4); and 4-in/12-out
(4x12). Inputs and outputs shall be analog, with internal 24-bit A/D &
D/A converters operating at a sample rate of 48kHz. All internal
processing shall be digital (DSP). Electronically balanced inputs and
outputs shall be provided on plug-in barrier-strip connectors. Inputs
shall be individually programmable to accept either microphone or line
level signals. The 12x4 configuration shall allow inputs 11 & 12 to be
set for mono summing of unbalanced stereo line level signals. Outputs
shall normally provide line level signals, however, the 4x12
configuration shall allow outputs 1~4 to be individually programmed to
provide microphone level signals.

Each hardware configuration shall include six 60MHz 32-bit floating
point DSPs, an 80MHz 32-bit host processor, 32MB SDRAM, and 8MB Flash
ROM. Software shall be provided for creating/connecting DSP system
components within each hardware unit. Available system components shall
include (but not be limited to) various forms of: mixers, equalizers,
filters, crossovers, dynamics/gain controls, routers, delays, remote
controls, meters, generators, and diagnostics. Ethernet communications
shall be utilized for software control and configuration. After initial
programming, systems may be controlled using either TCP/IP or RS-232
serial communication by third party control systems (such as AMX® and
Crestron®), by PC computer, and/or by dedicated remote control devices.
Software shall operate on a PC computer, with network card installed,
running Windows® XP Professional/Vista. The Digital Audio Platform

shall be CE marked, UL/C-UL listed, and carry a five-year warranty.

The Digital Audio Platform shall be AudiaSOLO.

AudiaFLEX Digital Audio Platform

ARCHITECT'S & ENGINEER'S SPECIFICATION

The Digital Audio Platform shall be available in various I/O
configurations. Inputs/outputs shall be specified in pairs, up to a
total of 24. Mic/line Input (IP-2), Acoustic Echo Cancellation (AEC­2HD), Telephone Interface (TI-2), Mic/Line Ouput (OP-2e), and Amplifier
Ouput (PA-2) input/output options shall be available. Inputs/outputs
shall be analog, with internal 24-bit A/D & D/A converters operating at
a sample rate of 48kHz. All internal processing shall be digital (DSP).
Electronically balanced inputs and outputs shall be provided on plug-in
barrier-strip connectors. Inputs and outputs shall be individually
programmable for either microphone or line level signal. Expansion
units, utilizing CobraNet®, shall be available in 8-channel versions,
for adding analog or digital inputs/outputs to a system.

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Each hardware configuration shall include six 60MHz 32-bit floating
point DSPs. Software shall be provided for creating/connecting DSP
system components within each hardware unit. Available system
components shall include (but not be limited to) various forms of:
mixers, equalizers, filters, crossovers, dynamics/gain controls,
routers, delays, remote controls, meters, generators, and diagnostics.
Ethernet communications shall be utilized for software control,
configuration, and DSP distribution. Each hardware configuration shall
be available with CobraNet (for multi-unit applications) or without
CobraNet (for stand-alone applications). CobraNet technology shall
transport digital audio over fast Ethernet, allowing multiple units to
share digital audio. Multi-unit applications shall require an external
10/100Base-T Ethernet switch. All CobraNet and Ethernet connections
shall be via CAT5 cable or fiber-optic. After initial programming,
systems may be controlled using either TCP/IP or RS-232 serial
communication by third party control systems (such as AMX® and
Crestron®), by PC computer, and/or by dedicated remote control devices.
Software shall operate on a PC computer, with network card installed,
running Windows® XP Professional/Vista. The Digital Audio Platform
shall be CE marked, UL/C-UL listed, and shall incorporate AES48-2005
Grounding & EMC practices. The Digital Audio Platform shall be
compliant with EU Directive 2002/95/EC, the RoHS directive. Warranty
shall be 5 years.

The Digital Audio Platform shall be AudiaFLEX.

AudiaEXPI Input Expander

ARCHITECT'S & ENGINEER'S SPECIFICATION

The Input Expander shall provide eight mic/line analog audio inputs on
rear panel plug-in barrier strip connectors. Front panel level controls
and peak indicators shall be provided for adjustment of the analog
audio input signals. Internal analog-to-digital signal conversion shall
be 24-bit, with a sample rate of 48kHz. Eight channels of digital audio

output shall be provided via CobraNet®, on two rear panel RJ45
connectors. A rotary encoder and LCD screen shall be provided on the
front panel for programming and setup.

The Input Expander shall be represented as a functional block within
AUDIA® software, for easy inclusion into system designs. The Input

Expander shall also be capable of providing additional analog audio
inputs to other CobraNet compliant systems or devices. The Input
Expander shall be CE marked, include a UL listed power source, and
carry a five-year warranty.

The Input Expander shall be AudiaEXPI.

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AudiaEXPO Output Expander

ARCHITECT'S & ENGINEER'S SPECIFICATION

Introduction

The Output Expander shall provide eight channels of digital audio input
via CobraNet®, on two rear panel RJ45 connectors. Internal digital-to-

analog signal conversion shall be 24-bit, with a sample rate of 48kHz.
Eight line-level analog audio outputs shall be provided on rear panel
plug-in barrier strip connectors. Front panel level controls shall be
provided for adjustment of the analog audio output signals. A rotary
encoder and LCD screen shall be provided on the front panel for
programming and setup.

The Output Expander shall be represented as a functional block within
AUDIA® software, for easy inclusion into system designs. The Output

Expander shall also be capable of providing additional analog audio
outputs from other CobraNet compliant systems or devices. The Output
Expander shall be CE marked, include a UL listed power source, and
carry a five-year warranty.

The Output Expander shall be AudiaEXPO.

AudiaEXPI-D Digital Input Expander

ARCHITECT'S & ENGINEER'S SPECIFICATION

The Digital Input Expander shall provide four pairs of AES3 transformer
coupled digital audio inputs on XLR connectors. Two of these pairs
shall be selectable instead as SPDIF inputs on RCA connectors and the
other two pairs shall be selectable instead as TOSLINK inputs. Eight
channels of digital audio output shall be provided via CobraNet®, on
two rear panel RJ45 connectors. A word clock output shall be provided
on BNC connector. A rotary encoder and LCD screen shall be provided on
the front panel for programming and setup. Logic Inputs shall be
provided for recalling preset configurations.

The Digital Input Expander shall be represented as a functional block
within AUDIA® software, for easy inclusion into system designs. The
Digital Input Expander shall also be capable of providing digital audio
inputs to other CobraNet compliant systems or devices. The Digital
Input Expander shall be CE marked, include a UL listed power source,
and carry a five-year warranty.

The Digital Input Expander shall be AudiaEXPI-D.

AudiaEXPO-D Digital Output Expander

ARCHITECT'S & ENGINEER'S SPECIFICATION

The Digital Output Expander shall provide eight channels of digital
audio input via CobraNet®, on two rear panel RJ45 connectors. Four
pairs of AES3 transformer coupled digital audio outputs shall be
provided on XLR connectors. Two of these pairs shall be available also
as SPDIF outputs on RCA connectors, and the other two pairs shall be
available also as TOSLINK outputs. A word clock output shall be
provided on BNC connector. A rotary encoder and LCD screen shall be
provided on the front panel for programming and setup. Logic Inputs
shall be provided for recalling preset configurations.

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The Digital Output Expander shall be represented as a functional block
within AUDIA® software, for easy inclusion into system designs. The
Digital Output Expander shall also be capable of providing digital
audio outputs from other CobraNet compliant systems or devices. The
Output Expander shall be CE marked, include a UL listed power source,
and carry a five-year warranty.

The Digital Output Expander shall be AudiaEXPO-D.

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

1. BIAMP Systems warrants to the original purchaser of new products that the product will be free from defects in
material and workmanship for a period of 5 YEARS from the date of purchase from an authorized BIAMP Systems
dealer, subject to the terms and conditions set forth below.

2. If you notify BIAMP during the warranty period that a BIAMP Systems product fails to comply with the warranty,
BIAMP Systems will repair or replace, at BIAMP Systems' option, the nonconforming product. As a condition to
receiving the benefits of this warranty, you must provide BIAMP Systems with documentation that establishes that you
were the original purchaser of the products. Such evidence may consist of your sales receipt from an authorized
BIAMP Systems dealer. Transportation and insurance charges to and from the BIAMP Systems factory for warranty
service shall be your responsibility.

3. This warranty will be VOID if the serial number has been removed or defaced; or if the product has been altered,
subjected to damage, abuse or rental usage, repaired by any person not authorized by BIAMP Systems to make
repairs; or installed in any manner that does not comply with BIAMP Systems' recommendations.

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

5. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. BIAMP SYSTEMS
DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

6. The remedies set forth herein shall be the purchaser's sole and exclusive remedies with respect to any defective
product.

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7. No agent, employee, distributor or dealer of Biamp Systems is authorized to modify this warranty or to make
additional warranties on behalf of Biamp Systems. statements, representations or warranties made by any dealer do
not constitute warranties by Biamp Systems. Biamp Systems shall not be responsible or liable for any statement,
representation or warranty made by any dealer or other person.

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

9. BIAMP SYSTEMS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PROFITS OR LOSS OF USE ARISING OUT OF THE PURCHASE, SALE, OR USE
OF THE PRODUCTS, EVEN IF BIAMP SYSTEMS WAS ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

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Documentation

The information contained in this Help file can be printed in manual form (with Table of Contents
and Index). Two PDF

AUDIA.pdf is intended for printing on Letter (8.5" x 11") size paper. The file AUDIA-A4.pdf is
intended for printing on A4 (210mm x 297mm) size paper. These are printable Help files. Similar

PDF files are also available on the software CD-ROM, for the 'RS-232 & Telnet Protocol' and the
'Quick Start Guide & Safety Information' documents.

documents are provided on the software CD-ROM for this purpose. The file

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Basic Screen Elements

The main screen of the Audia® software has several sections. The Layout occupies the largest

portion of the main screen, at the lower-right. This is the area where system design actually
occurs, with the placement & connection of Component Objects. Component Objects represent
the individual audio devices (processing blocks) within the system. Other objects include Lines
(for connecting components) and Text (for labeling the system). If a system becomes too big to fit

the Layout, a Bird's Eye View

the main screen, provides an editable table of attributes regarding the Layout and its associated

objects. A Processing Library

main screen, for drag & drop placement into the Layout. However, the Processing Library can be
closed, increasing the width of the Layout, and Component Object selection can then be

accomplished using the Object Toolbar
also provides the option of either a select or a text cursor. Above the Object Toolbar is the Format

Toolbar, which allows customizing of text & colors used in the Layout and associated objects.

Above the Format Toolbar is the Layout Toolbar

the grid, rulers, zooming, & alignment of Component Objects. The Layout Toolbar can also open
editing/information sheets for properties, objects, & layers. Above the Layout Toolbar is the

Network Toolbar

testing of the system network. Above the Network Toolbar is the Standard Toolbar

functions such as new, open, & save, plus additional functions such as cut, copy, paste, print, &
help. The Standard Toolbar also includes the Compile function, which will generate a new
configuration file, while checking system layout/connections & determining DSP resource

allocation. Above the Standard Toolbar are the Main Menus

functions mentioned above, with several more in-depth editing functions. Along the bottom edge

of the main screen is a Status Bar

well as layer name, visibility, & locking. The location and shape of all toolbars, including the
Processing Library, may be changed to fit the user's preference.

, with functions related to communications, configuration, maintenance, and

is available to aid navigation. A Property Sheet, at the lower-left of

of available Component Objects is displayed, at the lower-left of the

, located directly above the Layout. The Object Toolbar

, which affects certain aspects of Layout, such as

, with file

, which provides all of the toolbar

, which gives indication of object quantity, location, & size, as

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Layout

The Layout occupies the largest portion of the main screen, at the lower-right. This is the area
where system design actually occurs, with the placement & connection of Component Objects.
Component Objects represent the individual audio devices (processing blocks) within the system.
Other objects include Lines (for connecting components) and Text (for labeling the system).

Component objects can be placed into the Layout from the Processing Library

Toolbar, or the Processing Library Menu. A Property Sheet provides an editable table of attributes

regarding the Layout and its associated objects. The Layout has fixed dimensions of
16384x16384 pixels (approx. 163.75" square). Therefore, horizontal & vertical scroll bars are

used to navigate within the Layout. Zoom In/Out and a Bird's Eye View
navigational aids, and can be accessed from the Layout Toolbar
Grid may be turned on/off from the Layout Toolbar
be changed from the Format Toolbar

. Grid Settings, such as snap-to-grid, grid spacing, and

guideline spacing, are available from the Layout Menu

pop-up menu of options.

, and the background color of the Layout may

. Right-clicking over the Layout provides a

are also available as

or View Menu. The Ruler and

, the Object

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Bird's Eye View

The Bird's Eye View provides a thumb-nail sketch of the entire
system design, to aid navigation within the Layout. Bird's Eye
View initially covers an area of only 8" x 5", but will
automatically increase size to cover a larger system design. A
black rectangle frames the viewable area. The rectangle may
be dragged to view any location within the system design. The
rectangle also has handles to re-size the viewable area, from
a minimum of 4" x 2.5" to a maximum of 16" x 10". The Bird’s

Eye View can be made dockable (see Options
View docking is enabled, a Menu icon (upper-right of title-bar)

allows the Bird’s Eye View to be docked or floating, and to be
hidden (closed) or to utilize Auto Hide (if docked). The menu
may also be accessed by right-clicking over the Bird’s Eye

View. The thumb-tack allows the Bird’s Eye View to remain

open (disables Auto Hide).

Processing Library

). If Bird’s Eye

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A Processing Library of available Component Objects is
displayed, at the lower-left of the main screen. The Component

Objects are organized in the following categories: Input Output

; Equalizers; Filters; Crossovers; Dynamics; Routers;

Mixers
Delays

; Controls; Meters; Generators; and Diagnostics.

Once a category is selected, the pre-defined components
available from that category will be displayed underneath the
category heading. A vertical scroll bar will appear on the right if
the available components cannot all be displayed. To place a
Component Object, simply drag & drop it into the Layout at the
desired location. Customized and grouped components may be

added to the Processing Library (see Customizing Component

Objects).

A Menu icon (upper-right of title-bar) allows the Processing

Library to be docked or floating, and to be hidden (closed) or to
utilize Auto Hide (if docked). The menu may also be accessed

by right-clicking over the Processing Library. The thumb-tack

allows the Processing Library to remain open (disables Auto
Hide). The Processing Library may be closed, thereby
increasing the width of the Layout, and components can

instead be selected from the Object Toolbar

. The Object
Toolbar also allows configuration of some components as they
are placed into the Layout.

;

To close the Processing Library, left-click on the 'X' in the

upper-right corner. The Processing Library can again be
opened by selecting any component category from the

Processing Library Menu

opened/closed from the View Menu

. The Processing Library can also be

.

Right-clicking over the Processing Library provides a pop-up
menu of options. The location and shape of all toolbars,
including the Processing Library, may be changed to fit the
user's preference.

Object Toolbar

The Object Toolbar, located directly above the Layout, allows Component Object selection for
placement into the Layout. The Component Objects are organized in the following categories:

Input Output
Meters

; Mixers; Equalizers; Filters; Crossovers; Dynamics; Routers; Delays; Controls;

; Generators; Diagnostics; and Specialty.

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Each category is represented by an icon, with a drop-down menu to the right. To place a
Component Object, first choose the appropriate category, then select the desired component
from the drop-down menu. Once the component has been selected, simply left-click at the
desired location on the Layout. Left-clicking a category icon will select the component which
occurs first in the menu list. When using the Object Toolbar to place components into the Layout,
certain components will present the user with a pop-up window of configuration options.

The Object Toolbar also provides the option of either a select cursor or a text cursor. The select
cursor is for component selection, placement, wiring, etc. The text cursor is for placing Text
Objects into the Layout, for system design labeling purposes.

When using the Object Toolbar, the Processing Library may be closed, increasing the width of the

Layout. The Object Toolbar may be opened/closed from the View Menu

of all toolbars may be changed to fit the user's preference.

. The location and shape

Format Toolbar

Format Toolbar

The Format Toolbar allows customization of text & colors used in the Layout and associated

Component, Line, & Text Objects. The available tools are: Font

Center
Style. The Format Toolbar may be opened/closed from the View Menu. The location and shape

of all toolbars may be changed to fit the user's preference.

; Align Right; Back Color; Text Color; Fore Color; Hilite Color; Pen Width; and Hatch

; Size; Bold; Italics; Align Left;

Tools

Font

Provides a drop-down menu of lettering styles

for use in Component or Text Objects.

Size

Provides a drop-down menu of lettering sizes

for use in Component or Text Objects.

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Bold

Changes the selected text to a thicker

version of the chosen font.

Italic

Changes the selected text to an italicized

version of the chosen font.

Align Left

Aligns the selected text to the left margin

of the Component or Text Object.

Center

Centers the selected text between the left and

right margins of the Component or Text Object.

Align Right

Aligns the selected text to the right margin

of the Component or Text Object.

Back Color

Provides a drop-down menu for changing the background

color of the Layout, or of selected Component or Text Objects.

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Left-clicking the icon applies the color which was selected last.

Text Color

Provides a drop-down menu for changing the text color

in selected Component or Text Objects.

Left-clicking the icon applies the color which was selected last.

Fore Color

Provides a drop-down menu for changing the color of the lower

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and right borders, as well as any internal Hatching, of the

selected Component, Line, or Text Objects.

Left-clicking the icon applies the color which was selected last.

Hilite Color

Provides a drop-down menu for changing the color of the upper

and left borders of the selected Component or Text Objects.

Left-clicking the icon applies the color which was selected last.

Pen Width

Provides a drop-down menu for changing the width of line used

for the borders of the selected Component, Line, or Text Objects.

Left-clicking the icon applies the width which was selected last.

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Hatch Style

Provides a drop-down menu for changing the hatching

style within the selected Component or Text Objects.

Left-clicking the icon applies the style which was selected last.

Layout Toolbar

Layout Toolbar

The Layout Toolbar affects certain aspects of Layout, such as the grid, rulers, zooming, &
alignment of Component Objects. The Layout Toolbar can also open editing/information sheets

for properties, objects, & layers. The available tools are: Property Sheet

Layers Sheet
Level; Pack Objects; Align Edges; Center In View; Space; Make Same Size; and To Front Or
Back. The Layout Toolbar may be opened/closed from the View Menu. The location and shape

of all toolbars may be changed to fit the user's preference.

; Toggle Grid; Toggle Ruler; Bird's Eye View; Zoom In; Zoom Out; Zoom 1:1; Zoom

; Object Inspector;

Tools

Property Sheet

Provides an editable table of attributes regarding the

Layout and its associated objects. Only Display Attributes

are shown for the Layout (and Lines). Both Display and

DSP Attributes are shown for Component Objects.

see Layout Property Sheet

see Line Property Sheet

see Object Property Sheet

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Layout Property Sheet

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Provides an editable table of attributes
regarding the Layout. Only Display Attributes
are shown for the Layout. Most Display
Attributes duplicate functions found in the

Format Toolbar

as follows:

However, some exceptions are

PrintScale is entered as decimal information,
where 0.5 = 50% or 2.0 = 200%. ViewLayers
opens the Layers Sheet

comments or other identifying text.

. Tag is for user

A Menu icon (upper-right of title-bar) allows

the Property Sheet to be docked or floating,
and to be hidden (closed) or to utilize Auto
Hide (if docked). The menu may also be
accessed by right-clicking over the Property

Sheet. The thumb-tack allows the Property

Sheet to remain open while selecting other

objects (disables Auto Hide). 1By1 allows any

group of selected components (multi-selection)
to appear on the menu.

Line Property Sheet

Only Display Attributes are shown for Lines
(component connections). Most Display
Attributes duplicate functions found in the

Format Toolbar

are as follows:

. However, some exceptions

Object Code is a non-editable identifier. Layer

determines which layer the Line is assigned to.

Tag is for user comments or other identifying
text. Text allows identifying text to placed on
the line itself. Font and Alignment affect the

line text.

A Menu icon (upper-right of title-bar) allows

the Property Sheet to be docked or floating,
and to be hidden (closed) or to utilize Auto
Hide (if docked). The menu may also be
accessed by right-clicking over the Property

Sheet. The thumb-tack allows the Property

Sheet to remain open while selecting other

objects (disables Auto Hide). 1By1 allows any

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Object Property Sheet

group of selected components (multi-selection)
to appear on the menu.

Both Display and DSP Attributes are shown
for component objects.

Most Display Attributes duplicate functions

found in the Format Toolbar

exceptions are as follows:

. However, some

Object Code is a non-editable identifier. Left,
Top, Width, & Height specify object location
and size (in pixels). Use Gradient
Background changes the block color from
gradient shading (default) to solid. Dialog
Background selects a backgound texture

used for the Control Dialog associated with

that block. Layer determines which layer the
component is assigned to. Tag is for user

comments or other identifying text.

Most DSP Attributes duplicate functions found
in the individual component Control Dialog

boxes (see Component Object Properties

However, some exceptions are as follows:

).

Allocated To Unit assigns the component

(DSP block) to a particular unit in the system.

Allocated To Gang assigns multiple

components (DSP blocks) to a common
'gang', forcing them to be grouped into the

same unit. Fixed In Unit prevents changes to

Allocated To Unit and Allocated To Gang.

Instance ID is the system-wide identifier

number for the component (DSP block).

Instance ID Tag allows a custom name to be
used in lieu of the Instance ID

number.

Password Level selects either Designer or

Technician access level, for individual

components. Delay Equalization turns on/off

compensation for propagation delay (Input

Output components only). Internal
Propagation Delay determines Delay

Equalization for third-party converters
(CobraNet® I/O components only). See

System Compiling Considerations

. Channel

Identifier allows labeling of the individual

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inputs/outputs on a component. On most
component blocks, this labeling appears only
when the cursor is over the associated node.

A Menu icon (upper-right of title-bar) allows

the Property Sheet to be docked or floating,
and to be hidden (closed) or to utilize Auto
Hide (if docked). The menu may also be
accessed by right-clicking over the Property

Sheet. The thumb-tack allows the Property

Sheet to remain open while selecting other

objects (disables Auto Hide). 1By1 allows any

group of selected components (multi­selection) to appear on the menu.

Object Inspector

Provides a list of all objects within the Layout, along with their Object Codes,

Text Labels, Unit numbers, Instance ID numbers, and Instance ID Tags.

Layers Sheet

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Provides an editable table of Layer properties. Layers
can be used to separate a Layout into multiple parts.
The Layers can be organized with regards to object
types, system segments, or any other criteria. The
Default Layer always remains, but other Layers may be

created or removed, using Add & Delete. Layers may
be selected directly from the list. Up & Down change

the position of a Layer in the list only (Layers are not
stacked, so this does not affect Tab Order or visual
overlapping). All objects in a given Layer can be

selected with Select. Added Layers can be given a
custom Name. View turns on/off visibility of a Layer in
the Layout. NOTE: Components cannot be selected
when the current Layer is invisible. Lock prevents a

Layer from being changed or selected. Lock & View
may also be accessed by double-clicking on the
corresponding icons within the list.

Toggle Grid

Turns Layout Grid on/off.

Toggle Ruler

Turns Layout Ruler on/off.

Bird's Eye View

Turns Bird's Eye View on/off.

Zoom In

Increases magnification of Layout in 25% increments.

Zoom Out

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Decreases magnification of Layout in 25% increments.

Zoom 1:1

Returns magnification of Layout to 100%.

Zoom Level

Provides a drop-down menu of available Zoom

magnifications (50% ~ 200% in 25% increments).

Pack Objects

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Provides a drop-down menu for packing selected objects next

to each other. The target location for packing left/right is the

top-most selected object. The target location for packing

top/bottom is the left-most selected object.

Left-clicking the icon applies the packing which was selected last.

Align Edges

Provides a drop-down menu for aligning the edges of selected

objects. The primary selected object (green handles) provides

the target edges for alignment.

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Left-clicking the icon applies the alignment which was selected last.

Center In View

Provides a drop-down menu for centering the Layout view on the

selected objects.

Left-clicking the icon applies the centering which was selected last.

Space

Provides a drop-down menu for evenly spacing selected objects. Spacing

is determined between the two most distantly spaced selected objects.

Left-clicking the icon applies the spacing which was selected last.

Make Same Size

Provides a drop-down menu for matching the dimensions of selected

objects. The primary selected object (green handles) provides the target

dimensions. Objects cannot be smaller than original size.

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Left-clicking the icon applies the sizing which was selected last.

To Front Or Back

Provides a drop-down menu for changing the order in which overlapping

objects appear on the Layout. The selected object(s) will either move in

front of overlying objects, or will move behind underlying objects.

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Left-clicking the icon applies the direction which was selected last.

Network Toolbar

Network Toolbar

The Network Toolbar provides functions related to communications, configuration,

maintenance, and testing of the system network (see System Network Considerations

Network Toolbar function includes: Connect; Disconnect; Connect To System;

Disconnect From System

and Device Maintenance

; Send Configuration; Sync Data; Start Audio; Stop Audio;

.

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Connect

).

Establishes communication with, and provides a list of,

all Audia® devices on the network (see System Network Considerations)
Opens System Connect dialog box (see System Connect Considerations).

No system design data is transmitted or retrieved.

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Disconnect

Ends communications with all Audia® devices on the network.
See System Network Considerations.

Connect To System

Establishes communication with, and retrieves data from, selected

Audia® systems on the network (see System Network Considerations).
Opens System Connect dialog box (see System Connect Considerations).
Password protection is then available from the Tools Menu.
When connected to a system, Component Object Properties may be

changed, but system design (objects & connections) cannot.

Disconnect From System

Ends communications with selected Audia® systems on the
network. See System Network Considerations. System design

data is retained in software after disconnect.

Send Configuration

Transmits system design data to selected Audia® devices in the
system. See System Network Considerations. Before data can be

transmitted, a system design file (.DAP) must first be opened, then

connected to a system, and have Audia device IP addresses assigned

(see Device Maintenance). Send Configuration will

automatically Compile the system design, and reset the hardware

devices, before sending the new configuration.

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Sync Data

Re-synchronizes the software with all connected Audia® devices in the system.

NOTE: An 'Auto-Update' feature now allows software to detect system changes,
and automatically re-synchronize with the devices where changes have occurred.

St art Audio

Enables audio signal flow within the selected system. See

System Network Considerations. Start Audio is available

only after Send Configuration has been successfully performed.

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Stop Audio

Disables audio signal flow within the selected system.

See System Network Considerations.

Device Maintenance

Provides an editable table of network related settings for selected Audia®
devices. Opens Device Maintenance dialog box. Device Maintenance settings

include Date/Time, IP Address, Description, Serial Number, Reset/Initialize,

Update Firmware, and Disconnect From Network. (See System Network Considerations.)

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Device Maintenance Dialog Box

Device Information provides information (such as firmware version, input/output configuration,

etc.) regarding the selected device. Set Date/Time
and sycronization to an external PC/server. Set IP Address

allows update of the internal real-time clock,

assigns a device IP Address such as

192.168.1.X (where range of X = 1~254). The factory default IP Address is 192.168.1.101.
However, IP Addresses cannot be duplicated, even in simple (Audia® only) networks, and must
be carefully managed when network topology is more complex. Set Device Description allows
the selected device to be given a descriptive name. Serial Port Setting selects the baud rate for

RS-232 communications (default 38,400) and allows responses to ATP commands to be

suppressed. Reset/Initialize clears all current system design data from the selected device. This
happens automatically whenever a new system design file (.DAP) is uploaded (see Send

Configuration).

Update Firmware produces a file browser window.

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When a valid firmware file is selected, a dialog window is produced that shows all discovered
devices in a table with columns indicating System ID, Device IP Address, and other details for
each unit. To specify a unit for updating, place a check in that unit’s Update box. Buttons are
provided to Select All entries and Clear All entries. Press the Update button to perform the
firmware update on the selected units and Cancel to exit this window.

RCB Devices

opens a list of devices connected to the Remote Control Bus of the selected Audia

device.

Remote Ethernet Devices opens a list of any NPS-1 or RED-1 remote Ethernet devices

connected to the control network of the selected Audia device.

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Set Device ID allows the selected remote device
to be given a name that matches that of the
corresponding block in the design layout file.

Set Lock Code allows the selected
remote device to be assigned password
protection. During normal operation, the
user will be prompted for the password
before being given control access.

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Set IP Address allows the selected remote device
to be assigned an IP address. Use the default
setting (which allows the device to obtain an IP
address automatically from a DHCP server on the
network) in most cases, except possibly when
adding RED-1 devices to an existing Ethernet
network.

When a RED-1 device is selected, the Set
Timeouts button becomes active. Set Timeouts
allows the Device Lock, LCD Dimmer, and Device
Sleep timeouts for the RED-1 to be modified.
Update Firmware allows future firmware updates
to be loaded into the selected device. The
information in the list (including Serial # and
Device ID) is used to establish proper association
between the external physical devices and their
corresponding components in the layout.

Set Station ID, Set Lock Code, and Set IP Address may instead be assigned during setup of the

physical devices themselves (see the Remote Ethernet Device-1 operation manual).

Device Date/Time

Date, time, and time zone may be manually set for the internal clock of the selected Audia®
device. However, when Synchronize to PC system clock is checked, selecting OK will

automatically update the internal clock to match the settings of the connected PC.

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Set IP Address

Audia IP Configuration assigns a

device IP Address such as

192.168.1.X (where range of X =

1~254). The factory default IP Address
is 192.168.1.101. However, IP
Addresses cannot be duplicated, even

in simple (Audia® only) networks, and

must be carefully managed when
network topology is more complex.

Audia CobraNet IP Configuration

assigns an IP Address to the Audia
control interface presented by the
CobraNet module in the Audia device.
Use the default setting (Obtain an IP
address automatically) in all cases,
except when adding CobraNet to an
existing Ethernet network (not
recommended). These settings may

also be accessed via RS-232 control

(ATP) command strings.

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The Advanced button opens the

Change Time Server IP Address
screen, which allows specific SNTP
servers on the network to be
designated as sources for periodic

date/time retreival by the Audia®

device. These servers are designated
by their IP addresses, and can include
secondary and ternary backups to the
primary server.

RCB Devices opens a list of devices connected to the Rem ote Control Bus of the selected Audia
device. Identify Device causes indicators on the selected device to flash (for physical location).
Set Device Description allows the selected device be given a custom name. Calibrate is
enabled only if a Voltage Control Box

(VCB) is the selected device (see VCB Calibration). Update

Firmware allows future firmware updates to be loaded into the selected device. The information

in this list (including Serial #) is used to establish proper association between the external

physical controls and their corresponding component counterparts in the layout (see Equipment

Table).

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Remote Ethernet Devices

Paging Station Devices opens a list of Networked Paging Station-1 devices connected to the

CobraNet network of the selected Audia device. Set Station ID allows the selected paging station

to be given a name that matches that of the corresponding block in the design layout file. More

than one paging station may be identified with the same design block (same Station ID). Set
Lock Code allows the selected paging station to be assigned password protection. During normal
operation, the user will be prompted for the password, before being given paging access. Set IP
Address allows the selected paging station to be assigned an IP Address. Use the default setting

(Obtain an IP address automatically) in all cases, except when adding CobraNet to an existing
Ethernet network (not recommended) Set Station ID, Set Lock Code, and Set IP Address may
instead be assigned during setup of the physical devices themselves (see the Networked Paging

Station-1 operation manual). Update Firmware allows future firmware updates to be loaded into

the selected device. The information in this list (including Serial # and Station ID) is used to
establish proper association between the external physical devices and their corresponding
component counterparts in the layout.

Standard Toolbar

Standard Toolbar

The Standard Toolbar provides file functions such as New, Open, & Save, plus additional
functions such as Cut

includes the Compile function, which will generate a new configuration file, while checking

system layout/connections & determining DSP resource allocation. See File Menu

Menu for more options.

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, Copy, Paste, Undo, Redo, Print, & Help. The Standard Toolbar also

and Edit

Tools

New

Begins a new Audia® system design file (.DAP).

Open

Opens an existing Audia® system design file (.DAP).

Save

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Saves the current Audia® system design file (.DAP) under My Documents.

Compile

Provides system design analysis and calculates DSP processing requirements.

Makes initial determinations of quantity/type of Audia® devices needed,
CobraNet® channel assignments, and allocation of DSP resources. Also

provides indication of system design errors. There are two compilation modes:

Quick and Extended. Generally, in the Quick mode the compilation takes less time,

but it may not find the best solution or not find any solution. In the Extended mode,

the compiler performs more profound analysis of the system design and may find a

solution even if none was found in the Quick mode.

The Compile button on the Standard Toolbar normally launches the Quick mode by

default. If the Ctrl key is pressed when the Quick command is selected (from either

the Standard Toolbar or the File Menu) the Compiler is launched in Extended mode.

An Extended compilation will start automatically if a Quick compilation fails.

See System Compiling Considerations.

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Cut

Removes the selected object(s) from the Layout, and places them in the Clipboard.

Copy

Places a copy of the selected object(s) into the Clipboard.

Paste

Places a copy of the object(s) from the Clipboard into the Layout.

Undo

Will undo last operation.

Redo

Will redo most recent Undo operation.

Print

Opens a print dialog box, to adjust printer settings and print the Layout.

Help

You're looking at it.

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Main Menus

Main Menus

The Main Menus provide most of the toolbar functions mentioned previously, in Basic Screen

Elements, as well as several more in-depth functions. Main Menus includes the following

individual menus: File

Window

; and Help. Keyboard shortcuts are shown on the menus, where applicable.

; Edit; View; Processing Library; Presets; Custom Blocks; Tools; Layout;

File Menu

File Menu

Select any function from the menu shown below for more information.

Menu Items

New

Begins a new Audia® system design file (.DAP).

Open

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Opens an existing Audia® system design file (.DAP).

Export

Allows the Audia® Layout to be exported in different file

formats. DXF format is for use with CAD programs.

EMF (Enhanced MetaFile) is for insertion as a picture into

documents such as Word & PowerPoint. DSP Data to Text

provides signal processing data in Text file format. Export

Paging System provides paging system data in Text file format.

Close

Closes and saves the current Audia® system design file.

Save

Saves the current Audia® system design file (.DAP) under My Documents.

Save As

Saves the current Audia® system design file (.DAP),

with choice of directory location and file name.

Compile

Provides system design analysis and calculates DSP processing requirements.

Makes initial determinations of quantity/type of Audia® devices needed,
CobraNet® channel assignments, and allocation of DSP resources. Also

provides indication of system design errors. There are two compilation modes:

Quick and Extended. Generally, in the Quick mode the compilation takes less time,

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but it may not find the best solution or not find any solution. In the Extended mode,

the compiler performs more profound analysis of the system design and may find a

solution even if none was found in the Quick mode.

The Compile button on the Standard Toolbar normally launches the Quick mode by

default. If the Ctrl key is pressed when the Quick command is selected (from either

the Standard Toolbar or the File Menu) the Compiler is launched in Extended mode.

An Extended compilation will start automatically if a Quick compilation fails.

See System Compiling Considerations.

Network

Most Network Menu items duplicate functions found in the

Network Toolbar, except for Send Control Dialog Layout Information,

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which allows open (or minimized) control dialog box settings to be

updated/saved to the hardware device.

See Component Object Properties and Software User Interface.

Print

Opens a print dialog box, to adjust printer settings and print the Layout.

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Print Preview

Previews printing results based on Print Setup.

Print Setup

Opens a print dialog box to adjust printer settings.

Recent File

Provides a list of recently saved files for convenient access.

Exit

Closes the Audia® software program.

Also provides prompt to save the current

Audia system design file if necessary.

If a file is open during Exit, that file will

automatically open at next session.

Edit Menu

Edit Menu

Select any function from the menu shown below for more information.

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Menu Items

Undo

Will undo last operation.

Redo

Will redo most recent Undo operation.

Cut

Software Tools

Removes the selected object(s) from the Layout, and places them in the Clipboard.

Copy

Places a copy of the selected object(s) into the Clipboard.

Paste

Places a copy of the object(s) from the Clipboard into the Layout.

Copy DSP Data

Places a copy of the DSP data from the selected object

into the Clipboard. DSP Data represents the current settings

of that Component Object. See Component Object Properties.

DSP Data can be copied from only one Component Object at a time.

NOTE: Software now supports Copy/Paste DSP Data between objects
which are of the same type, but which have different sized configurations.
Examples: 4x4 & 8x8 Matrix Mixers; 3-band & 5-band Parametric EQ.

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Paste DSP Data

Places a copy of the DSP data from the Clipboard into the

selected Component Object. DSP Data represents the current

settings of that Component Object. See Component Object Properties.

DSP Data can be pasted simultaneously into multiple Component Objects.

NOTE: Software now supports Copy/Paste DSP Data between blocks
which are of the same type, but which have different sized configurations.
Examples: 4x4 & 8x8 Matrix Mixers; 3-band & 5-band Parametric EQ.

Duplicate

Places a copy of the selected Component or Text Object directly

into the Layout. Duplicate also places a copy of the object into the

Clipboard. Duplicate works with only one object at a time.

Select All

Provides an easy way to select all objects on the Layout.

Also allows all objects of a specific type to be selected.

Delete

Removes the selected object(s) from the Layout,

without placing a copy into the Clipboard.

Control Dialog

Opens a Control Dialog box for the selected Component Object.

Control Dialog boxes provide a graphic means of displaying and

adjusting Component Object settings. See Component Object Properties.

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View Menu

View Menu

Toolbars provides a drop-down menu to turn on/off any of the toolbars

(see Basic Screen Elements). Also, the appearance and functionality

of new and existing toolbars and menus can be ‘Customized’.

Status Bar, Ruler Bars, Zoom, & Bird's Eye Viewer

select those functions, as found on the Layout Toolbar.

Software Tools

Processing Library Menu

Processing Library Menu

Provides a list of Component Object categories from the

Processing Library. When a category is selected from the menu,

the Processing Library opens to that category automatically.

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Presets Menu

Presets Menu

Select any function from the menu shown below for more information

Menu Items

Create/Edit/Recall

Provides the Create/Edit Preset dialog box, for creating, editing, saving, and recalling presets.

Each preset can have a custom Preset Name, and will automatically be assigned a Preset ID
number. A check-box is provided to assign the selected preset to be Set As Power-Up Default.

This preset will automatically be recalled each time the system is powered up. A check-box is

also provided to assign the selected preset to Mute Audio During Recall. If audio is not muted

during recall, some processing noises may be audible. Component Objects (DSP Blocks) may be

selected, and added or removed from any preset using the Add Sel, Add All, Rem Sel, and Rem
All buttons. With certain components, the Edit Block Fields button will provide a matrix of check-

boxes, which allows selection of very specific settings within the selected block to be affected by
the preset. If only specific settings within a block are saved to a preset, then its icon will become

highlighted in the list. NOTE: Presets that employ Edit Block Fields, and have half or more of the

block settings selected, will occupy a much greater amount of preset memory than would a preset
affecting the entire block. These features allow presets to be customized to affect Component

Objects (and specific settings) individually, in groups, or as an entire system. Initially, all
Component Objects in the Layout (and all their settings) will be selected and included in the
preset. Individual components selected in the list become highlighted in the Layout. Right-clicking
a selected component in the list allows the control dialog to be opened, the associated block to be
located in the Layout, or Edit Block Fields to be accessed (if available). This makes it easy to
change individual component settings within the preset being created/edited. Also, right-clicking a
block in the Layout, and selecting ‘Add To Last Recalled Preset’, is a convenient way to add
blocks to existing presets, or even update settings of blocks already in the presets.

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A tab at the upper-right of the Create/Edit Preset dialog box provides

additional functions. Next ID and Prev ID allow selection from a list of
existing presets. Recall retrieves all settings stored in the selected preset.

New selects the next available Preset ID, for creation of a new preset.
Save will overwrite the selected Preset ID with all changes, including

Preset Name. Save As will write changes into the next available Preset
ID. Delete will remove the selected preset from memory. Send will send
all saved presets to the devices in the system. NOTE: Be sure to use

Recall before attempting to edit an existing preset. Otherwise, the preset
could be overwritten with settings from a previous preset, and any settings
made since it was recalled.

Software Tools

A tab at the lower-left of the Create/Edit Preset dialog box provides a list
of existing presets. Left-clicking selects a preset. Double-clicking recalls a
preset (as indicated by a green arrow to the left).

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Recall

Provides the Recall Preset dialog box, for recalling existing presets. Recall Preset will retrieve

all settings stored in the selected preset. Presets can also be recalled using components called

Preset Buttons

on the Object Toolbar.

Custom Blocks Menu

and Remote Preset Buttons, which can be placed into the Layout from Controls

Custom Blocks Menu

Multiple component objects may be merged into a single custom block.

Custom Blocks can simplify the design process by integrating frequently

used component combinations, and provide password protection for

intellectual property such as unique processing and component settings.

Select any function from the menu shown below for more information

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Menu Items

Create Custom Block Document

Create Custom Block Document opens a
new DAP file, and a Create Custom DSP
Block screen determines the quantities
of audio and logic inputs/outputs
necessary for the custom block. These
quantities should match the combined
totals from all components to be included
in the custom block. Once quantities are
selected, appropriate APT (Audio Pass­Through) and LPT (Logic Pass-Through)
blocks are placed into the layout. The
desired components are then placed
within, and connected to, the APT and
LPT blocks. Components may be added
individually, or copied as a group from a
separate DAP file.

Certain components (such as Inputs/Outputs and Control Devices) cannot be placed within
custom blocks. The number of components in a custom block is limited only by DSP resources
available within a single hardware unit. Once the components are placed and connected, select

Merge Into Custom Block

from the menu.

Merge Into Custom Block

Control settings for each component within a Custom Block can be adjusted (see Component

Object Properties). Double-clicking a Custom Block in a design layout produces an Open

Custom Block Control Dialogs screen. Open Custom Block Control provides direct access to
the control dialogs for selected components. Vie w Custom Block Layout displays the

individual components within the Custom Block, which can then be accessed normally. Control
Settings are saved as part of the Custom Block DAP file.

Merge Into Custom Block checks for errors (such as
inappropriate connections) as it packages the
components into a single block. The resulting block

can then be copied into the Processing Library

named) for use in future DAP design files. The
Custom Block DAP file should also be saved as a
reference for subsequent modifications.

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Control settings also remain part of any
Custom Block which has been copied into
the Processing Library. These control
settings may again be addressed once the
Custom Block is placed into a new DAP
design file. However, to prevent tampering
with control settings, password protection
may be added to a Custom Block via the

Property Sheet

. This option is available
only while working in the Custom Block
DAP file.

If components or connections within a
merged Custom Block require

modification, then select Split Into

Component Blocks from the menu. Merge

and Split operations are available only
while working in the Custom Block DAP
file.

Split Into Component Blocks

Split Into Component Blocks allows additional component and connection changes to be made
to a Custom Block. Merge and Split operations are available only while working in the Custom
Block DAP file.

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Tools Menu

Tools Menu

Select any function from the menu shown below for more information

Software Tools

Menu Items

Passwords

Provides the Set Passwords dialog box, for establishing password protection in selected

Audia® devices. Set Password allows up to four levels of protection, each with a unique
password (6~16 characters). Designer level allows access to system configuration, component
settings, storing/recalling presets, and password assignments. Technician level limits access to
component settings and storing/recalling presets. User level limits access to recalling presets

only. However, Level Control and Meter dialog boxes can be minimized for User access (see

Customizing Component Objects

only.

). Guest level limits access strictly to connection and viewing

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NOTE: You must first Send Configuration to a device before a Password can be assigned.
Passwords cannot be assigned to non-configured devices or design layouts.

Equipment Table

Provides an editable table of Audia® devices in the system design. Add and Remove can be
used to manually change the hardware design. However, Compile

will add devices if needed
(but will not automatically remove unnecessary devices). The Equipment Table may be used to
aid system design, by initially specifying desired hardware configurations. Serial # and Device
Description Label appear only when connected to a system, at which time the Equipment Table

becomes 'read-only' information. CN Latency allows the selection of reduced delay times, which

are supported on newer CobraNet® firmware versions. The default CobraNet Latency for new

DAP files is 5.33mS (see Compile Options
available (see System Network Considerations

files, as well as the modification and recompilation of existing files/systems.

). Alternate choices of 2.67mS and 1.33mS are

). CN Latency affects the creation of new DAP

An I/O tab at the lower-left of the Equipment Table dialog box provides a list of input/output
cards installed in the chassis listed above. For AudiaFLEX this will be a series of 2-channel

input (IP-2, AEC-2HD, & TI-2) and 2-channel output (OP-2e & PA-2) cards (any combination up

to a total of 12 cards or 24 channels). For standard Audia and AudiaSOLO this will be a single

card expressing the complete I/O configuration (8x8, 12x4, or 4x12).

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Software Tools

An RCB tab at the lower-left of the Equipment Table dialog box provides an editable table of
devices connected to the Remote Control Bus

of the Audia devices in the system design. This

table is used to establish proper association between external physical controls and their

corresponding component counterparts in the layout. Each DevID (control component) should
be matched to an appropriate Serial # (physical control). The DevID number can be found in the

right corner of control component objects in the layout, when 'Display Device Assignment in

DSP Block Info Field' is selected from Display Options
information can be found for the physical controls using Device Maintenance

. Serial # and Device Description

.

Object Inspector

Provides a list of all objects within the Layout, along with their Object Codes,

Text Labels, Unit numbers, Instance ID numbers, and Instance ID Tags.

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Layout Compile Results

Provides the most recent Compile results, with a list of chassis, cards, expanders, and RCB

devices included in the design. This information may be viewed at any time.

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Software Tools

Clicking on CobraNet Info provides a spreadsheet

of CobraNet® channels used in the system. The
upper row and left column are the Audia unit IDs

taken from the Equipment Table

external CobraNet I/O devices of all types.

CobraNet Info is enabled via Compile Options.

. 'Extern' denotes

Signal Path Identifier

Provides a temporary color-coded identification of all audio signal paths (Lines) which are
associated with a selected Line Object. See example below, where the selected input is shown
as being routed to four outputs. Signal Path Identifier is represented by a thin dashed red line.

However, the Signal Path Identifier color may be changed in Display Options
Signal Path Identifier on a compiled design, propagation delay will appear in the Status Bar
Persistent Signal Path Identifier is available in Normal Mode (follows subsequent line

selections), Locked Mode (remains on original line selection), or Off (temporary selection). If the

selected Line Object includes identifying text (see Line Property Sheet

temporarily imposed on all lines being indicated by Signal Path Identifier.

. When using

.

), that text will be

Options

Allows global options to be selected, which affect software behavior. An Options dialog box
appears, with four tabs: General; Display; Compile; and Network.

see General Options

see Display Options

see Compile Options

see Network Options

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General Options

Allows Data Files (system designs) and Processing Libraries (Component Objects) to be saved
to specified directory locations. Allows Save AutoRecover time to be adjusted or disabled.
Allows most recent Component Object selection to be retained, for repeated placement into
Layout. Allows Meter activity to be disabled (locked), to reduce network data traffic. Allows
Preset Buttons to display identifier numbers, or simply the word 'Recall'. Allows docking

capability of Bird's Eye View

disabled. Allows Start Audio to be prompted, automatic, or manual when sending new
configuration.

to be enabled. Allows default Grid "On" for new Layouts to be

Display Options

Allows DSP Blocks (Component Objects) to display Device Assignment or Group Assignment

numbers, as determined by Compile

Sheet.) A third option is to display DSP Resource Requirements, which indicates the block's

DSP usage as a percentage of total DSP resources available within a single hardware unit.

Allows color of Signal Path Identifier
displayed, and color to be changed (see System Network Considerations

optional Application Visual Styles.

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. (Device Assignments can be changed in the Property

to be changed. Allows CobraNet® Connections to be

). Allows selection of

Software Tools

Compile Options

Allows Auto Device Add to be disabled, or Audia® device type preference to be specified
(guides Compile function in determining hardware requirements). See System Compiling

Considerations. Allows Global Delay Equalization to be disabled system-wide (see System
Compiling Considerations). Allows Local Delay Equalization to be enabled for I/O blocks which

have Global Delay Equalization turned off (provides localized delay equalization for multi-input

DSP blocks such as mixers). Allows automatic re-assignment of Instance IDs

Send Configuration

Assignments to be excluded from Paste DSP Data
new files to be set for the Equipment Table

Layout Compile Results

. Allows Compile function to be stopped if warning occurs. Allows Device

. Allows the Default CobraNet® Latency for

. Allows CobraNet information to be accessed via the

screen.

during Compile or

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Network Options

Network Device Discovery Method allows the user to choose a method to Connect To

Network. UDP Broadcast is the default 'message' based routine, which looks for devices on a

common network. TCP User Supplied Device List allows connection to a specified list of

device IP addresses. This approach is 'communication' based, and allows the user the ability to:
avoid firewall conflicts; create custom device lists; access multiple sub-networks; connect
remotely via modem.

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Edit Device List allows creation of the TCP User Supplied Device List. Use Add to create a

new entry, double-click under Subnet Address, and enter only the first three sets of numbers.

Then click Edit Nodes and select the appropriate final set of numbers for the intended

device(s).

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Default Network Interface Card allows selection of a specific network interface card (NIC),

when multiple cards are available on the computer being used to run Audia software.

Default Network Timeout is a user-definable period of time after which software will time out if it does not get a response
from firmware. If connected to the network at the time of changing the Default Network Timeout, changes are not applied
until the software has disconnected from the network and reconnected.

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Layout Menu

Layout Menu

Most Layout Menu items duplicate functions found in the

Layout Toolbar. However, some exceptions are as follows:
Align Objects; Order; Objects; and Grid Settings.

Software Tools

Menu Items

Align Objects

Align Objects provides Vertical Center &

Horizontal Center functions, in addition to the

Align Edges functions found on the Layout Toolbar.

Order

Order provides Bring Forward & Send Backward

functions, in addition to the To Front Or Back

functions found on the Layout Toolbar.

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Object Sheet

Grid Settings

Provides a list of all objects within the Layout.
Normally, objects can be selected sequentially

using the Tab key. The Object Sheet allows the
order of this Tab selection to be changed. Objects

may be selected directly from the list. When an

object is selected, Up and Down change the Tab

Order position of that object.

Grid Settings allows the Layout Grid to

be customized. Show Grid turns the
Grid on/off. Snap To Grid forces the

upper-left corner of objects to align with

grid-marks. Margin changes the location

(in pixels) of the green, dotted guidelines
(initially found near the edges of the
Layout).

Window Menu

Window Menu

Multiple Layouts (system design files) may be open at the same

time. Only one Layout will be active at a time (as indicated by the title bar).

Close will close the active Layout. Close All will close all Layouts.

A list of open Layouts is provided for selection. Windows® provides a list of

Open Layouts, with Save, Close, and Activate options.

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Help Menu

Help Menu

Provides Audia® Help Topics and About Audia information.

Status Bar

Software Tools

Status Bar

The Status Bar, along the bottom of the main screen, provides system information. The left side
of the Status Bar (shown above) indicates system status, tool tips, instance IDs, or flash update
information. The center of the Status Bar (also shown above) indicates system/network
connection status (with progress bar), session privilege level, and device DSP usage. The right
side of the Status Bar (shown below) indicates total number of system objects, number of
objects selected, Layer status, last selected object location (pixels), and last selected object size
(pixels).

Keyboard Shortcuts

Keyboard Shortcuts

KEY STROKES COMMAND

file management

Ctrl + N create new document

Ctrl + O open saved document

Ctrl + S save document

Ctrl + Tab or Ctrl + F6 next document

Ctrl + Shift + Tab or Ctrl + Shift + F6 previous document

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Ctrl + F4 close document

Alt + F4 close application

cut/copy/paste – for selected object(s)

Ctrl + C copy selected objects

Ctrl + V paste copied objects

Ctrl + D duplicate selected object

Ctrl + U copy DSP data

Ctrl + T paste DSP data

Ctrl + X cut selected objects (copy)

Del delete selected objects (no copy)

Alt + drag selected objects duplicate (to Layout or Library)

Layout

Ctrl + F move selected objects to front

Ctrl + B move selected objects to back

Ctrl + G show/hide Grid

undo/redo/print

Ctrl + Z undo

Ctrl + Y redo

Ctrl + P print

tools

Alt + drag within Layout Zoom to target

Processing Library

Ctrl + L show/hide Property Sheet

Ctrl + I show/hide Object Sheet

F2 toggle Object Toolbar

Shift + F2 toggle Layout Toolbar

Ctrl + A + select object display Instance ID (Status Bar)

F1 Help

Shift + Z Input/Output

Shift + X Mixers

Shift + E Equalizers

Shift + F Filters

Shift + C Crossovers

Shift + D Dynamics

Shift + R Routers

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Shift + L Delays

Shift + T Controls

Shift + M Meters

Shift + G Generators

Shift + N Diagnostics

Shift + 1~0 Custom Processing Libraries 1~10

line drawing – for a selected line

Alt + click on line add bend point

Shift + Alt + click on bend point delete bend point

Shift + drag line bus move all lines in bus

Shift + draw line fan-out to multiple nodes

Grid

Ctrl + Move object temporary reversal of Snap To Grid

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Component Objects

Input Output

Input Output

These Component Objects provide the audio inputs/outputs (I/O) to the system. Analog and
CobraNet® (digital) I/O are both available, allowing system designs to include A/D & D/A
converters which have CobraNet capability. AEC Input components are available for acoustic
echo cancellation, a Telephone Interface is available for conferencing, a Power Amp is available
for output to speakers, and a Networked Paging Station-1 is available for paging system
input/control. Input/Output components are available in pre-defined configurations, however, the

configuration may be customized when being placed from the Object Toolbar

Once a Component Object is placed into the Layout, all available settings can be accessed by
double-clicking over the object. This produces a Control Dialog Box, which displays the
component controls in a more conventional user interface.

.

see Input Control Dialog

see Output Control Dialog

see CobraNet Input Control Dialog

see CobraNet Output Control Dialog

see Fixed 12-Channel Input Control Dialog

see Fixed 12-Channel Output Control Dialog

see AEC Input Control Dialog

see EXPI Control Dialog

see EXPO Control Dialog

see EXPI-D Control Dialog

see EXPO-D Control Dialog

see Telephone Interface Control Dialog

see VoIP Interface

see Power Amp Control Dialog

see Networked Paging Station-1 Control Dialog

Right-clicking over the object provides a pop-up menu of options.

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Control Dialogs

Input

Device IO indicates which hardware

input is associated with that software

channel. Gain In compensates for

different input levels (mic or line), and

should be set so Peak In flashes only
occasionally (6dB headroom). Phan
Pwr assigns +48 Volt phantom power

to the input for condenser

microphones. Mute In turns the input
signal on/off. Level In adjusts the
relative input volume. Invert In

reverses the polarity of the input
signal.

Right-clicking over certain settings will
provide a menu of additional options.

If standard Audia or AudiaSOLO hardware is being used, then stereo input summing is available
on 12x4 configurations (see Fixed 12-Channel Input

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Output

Device IO indicates which hardware output is associated with
that software channel. Mute Out turns the output signal on/off.
Level Out adjusts the relative output volume. Invert Out

reverses the polarity of the output signal.

Right-clicking over certain settings will provide a menu of
additional options.

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