ClearOne DigiLinX User Manual

NetStreams DigiLinX

™

Installation and Design Guide

™

Title: DigiLinX Installation and Design Guide Document Number: 020013C Original Publication Date: August 8, 2006 Revision Date: July 7, 2008

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Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction ................................................................................................................1-1

StreamNet ™ Technology ......................................................................................................... 1-3

DigiLinX Dealer Setup ............................................................................................................. 1-3

Manuals ...................................................................................................................................... 1-3

Prerequisites ..............................................................................................................................1-3

Installer Requirements .......................................................................................................... 1-3

PC Requirements .................................................................................................................. 1-3

Prior to Installation ..................................................................................................................1-4

Additional Hardware ................................................................................................................ 1-4

Chapter 2: DigiLinX Devices ........................................................................................................2-1

SpeakerLinX™ SL220/SL250/SL254/SL9250-CS ................................................................. 2-1

MediaLinX™ MLA101/ MLA9101-CS/ MLA4000 ............................................................... 2-1

MediaLinX A/V MLAV300/MLAV9300-CS .......................................................................... 2-2

ViewLinX™ VL100/ VL9100-CS ............................................................................................ 2-4

Streaming Music Manager SMM100 ......................................................................................2-4

ControLinX™ CL100/ CL9100-CS ......................................................................................... 2-4

TouchLinX™ TL380/TL430/TL700 ....................................................................................... 2-5

SwitchLinX™ SW324/SW208/SW1024/SW1124/SW1148 ................................................... 2-6

IRLinX™ IRL1 .........................................................................................................................2-6

PowerLinX™ PL228/PL250/PL600/PL750/PL751 ................................................................ 2-7

DoorLinX™ DX100 .................................................................................................................. 2-7

Power Requirements for DigiLinX Devices ............................................................................ 2-8

NetPower™ Calculator ......................................................................................................... 2-8

NetPower Ratings ................................................................................................................. 2-9

EIM Products ..........................................................................................................................2-10

KeyLinX™ KL101/201 ...................................................................................................... 2-10

MU290 ................................................................................................................................ 2-11

AMP2200 ............................................................................................................................ 2-11

Audio Port ...........................................................................................................................2-12

EIM2RCA Adapter ............................................................................................................. 2-12

StreamNet Card ......................................................................................................................2-13

Chapter 3: Pre-Wiring for IP Audio and IP Video .......................................................................3-1

Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 3-1

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Pre-Wiring for IP Audio .......................................................................................................... 3-1

Requirements ........................................................................................................................ 3-1

Cables............................................................................................................................. 3-1

Terminating Wires......................................................................................................... 3-1

Example ......................................................................................................................... 3-2

Procedures .................................................................................................................................3-2

Pre-Wire for IP Video .............................................................................................................. 3-3

Requirements ........................................................................................................................ 3-3

Procedures ............................................................................................................................. 3-3

Chapter 4: SpeakerLinX ...............................................................................................................4-1

SL220 Specifications ................................................................................................................. 4-1

SL250 Specifications ................................................................................................................. 4-1

SL254 Specifications ................................................................................................................. 4-2

SL9250-CS Specifications ......................................................................................................... 4-2

Connections ...............................................................................................................................4-3

Connectors .................................................................................................................................4-4

Installation ................................................................................................................................. 4-4

Installing a Surface-Mounted SpeakerLinX ......................................................................... 4-4

Installing a Wall-Mounted SpeakerLinX .............................................................................. 4-5

Installing a SpeakerLinX into a Rack ................................................................................... 4-5

Installing a SpeakerLinX with an IRLinX and TouchLinX .................................................. 4-6

Chapter 5: MediaLinX ......................................................5-1

MediaLinX MLA 101 ............................................................................................................... 5-1

Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 5-1

Connectors ............................................................................................................................ 5-2

Installation ............................................................................................................................ 5-2

Installing a MediaLinX101 into a Rack......................................................................... 5-2

Installing a Free Standing MediaLinX MLA101........................................................... 5-3

MediaLinX MLA 9101-CS .......................................................................................................5-3

Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 5-3

Connectors ............................................................................................................................ 5-4

Installation ............................................................................................................................ 5-4

Installing a MediaLinX MLA9101-CS into a Rack....................................................... 5-4

MediaLinX Pro MLA4000 ....................................................................................................... 5-5

Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 5-5

Connectors ............................................................................................................................ 5-6

Installation ............................................................................................................................ 5-6

Installing a MediaLinX MLA4000 in a Rack................................................................ 5-6

Installing a Free Standing MediaLinX MLA4000......................................................... 5-7

MediaLinX A/V MLAV300 ...................................................................................................... 5-7

Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 5-7

Contents

Connectors ............................................................................................................................ 5-8

Installation ............................................................................................................................ 5-9

MediaLinX A/V MLAV9300-CS ............................................................................................. 5-9

Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 5-9

Connectors .......................................................................................................................... 5-10

Installation .......................................................................................................................... 5-10

Programming IR Codes .......................................................................................................... 5-11

Chapter 6: TouchLinX ...................................................................................................................6-1

TL380 Specifications .................................................................................................................6-2

TL430 Specifications .................................................................................................................6-3

TL700 Specifications .................................................................................................................6-3

Connectors .................................................................................................................................6-4

TL380 Installation ..................................................................................................................... 6-4

TL430/TL700 Installation ........................................................................................................6-4

Installation of a TL430/TL700 in a Rough-In Box ................................................................ 6-5

Chapter 7: KeyLinX .......................................................................................................................7-1

Specifications .............................................................................................................................7-2

Connectors .................................................................................................................................7-2

Installation ................................................................................................................................. 7-2

Installing in a Wall ................................................................................................................ 7-2

Installing an EIM Splitter in a KeyLinX Configuration ....................................................... 7-3

Chapter 8: ControLinX ..................................................................................................................8-1

Specifications .............................................................................................................................8-2

Connectors .................................................................................................................................8-2

Installation ................................................................................................................................. 8-2

Chapter 9: PowerLinX ...................................................................................................................9-1

PL750/PL751 .............................................................................................................................9-1

PL600 .........................................................................................................................................9-2

PL250 .........................................................................................................................................9-3

PL228 .........................................................................................................................................9-3

Installation ................................................................................................................................. 9-4

Installing a PowerLinX PL600 or PL750 ............................................................................. 9-4

Installing in a Rack ........................................................................................................ 9-4

Installing Free Standing................................................................................................. 9-5

LED Indicators............................................................................................................... 9-5

Installing a PL250 or PL228 ................................................................................................. 9-5

Contents

Chapter 10: SwitchLinX ................................................................................................................10-1

SW324 ...................................................................................................................................... 10-1

SW208 ...................................................................................................................................... 10-1

SW1024 .................................................................................................................................... 10-2

SW1148 .................................................................................................................................... 10-3

SW1124 .................................................................................................................................... 10-4

Installation ............................................................................................................................... 10-4

Installing in a Rack (SW324 Only) ..................................................................................... 10-4

Installing in a Rack (SW1024 and SW1148 and SW1124) ................................................ 10-5

Installing Free Standing (all models) ..................................................................................10-5

Chapter 11: DoorLinX ...................................................................................................................11-1

Overview .................................................................................................................................. 11-1

Specifications ...........................................................................................................................11-2

Connectors ............................................................................................................................... 11-3

Installation ............................................................................................................................... 11-3

Connecting with DigiLinX ................................................................................................. 11-4

Installing the Mounting Bracket ......................................................................................... 11-5

Installing the Doorbell Mounting Plate .............................................................................. 11-6

Installing the DoorLinX Faceplate ........................................................................................ 11-7

Installing the Doorbell ............................................................................................................11-8

Chapter 12: ViewLinX ..................................................................................................................12-1

Specifications ...........................................................................................................................12-3

Installation ............................................................................................................................... 12-3

Free-Standing ...................................................................................................................... 12-3

Wall Mount ......................................................................................................................... 12-4

Rack Mount ......................................................................................................................... 12-4

Chapter 13: TheaterLinX ..............................................................................................................13-1

Overview .................................................................................................................................. 13-1

Connectors ...............................................................................................................................13-2

Analog and S/PDIF ............................................................................................................. 13-2

Analog ................................................................................................................................. 13-2

Ethernet ............................................................................................................................... 13-2

A/V Receiver ...................................................................................................................... 13-2

Display ................................................................................................................................ 13-3

Sources - IR ........................................................................................................................ 13-3

NetStreams IR Receiver ...................................................................................................... 13-3

IR Block .............................................................................................................................. 13-3

Contact Closures ................................................................................................................. 13-3

Power .................................................................................................................................. 13-3

Contents

Specifications ...........................................................................................................................13-3

Installation ............................................................................................................................... 13-4

Connecting the TheaterLinX to your Receiver ...................................................................13-4

Connecting TheaterLinX to the SwitchLinX and PowerLinX ........................................... 13-7

Installing TheaterLinX in a Rack ........................................................................................ 13-8

Chapter 14: Streaming Music Manager .......................................................................................14-1

Specifications ...........................................................................................................................14-1

Connecting the SMM100 to the Network ............................................................................. 14-2

Step 1: Installing and Connecting Hardware ...................................................................... 14-3

Connecting DigiLinX Devices..................................................................................... 14-3

Connecting a PC/Mac/Windows Media Center........................................................... 14-3

Connecting the NAS Drive.......................................................................................... 14-3

Connecting USB Devices ............................................................................................ 14-3

Connecting Power........................................................................................................ 14-3

Step 2: Setting up Shared Folders .......................................................................................14-4

Step 3: Configure the SMM100 with DigiLinX ................................................................. 14-4

Chapter 15: Connecting Third-Party Devices .............................................................................15-1

Configuring an iPort for DigiLinX ........................................................................................ 15-1

Wiring ................................................................................................................................. 15-1

Connecting Home Theater Audio .......................................................................................... 15-2

Requirements ...................................................................................................................... 15-2

How it Works ......................................................................................................................15-2

Configuring Audio for Home Theater ................................................................................ 15-3

Chapter 16: System Programming and Design ..........................................................................16-1

System Programming ............................................................................................................. 16-1

System Design ..........................................................................................................................16-1

Example Configuration 1 - Single Zone Wiring ................................................................. 16-2

Example Configuration 2 - Three-Zone Wiring ................................................................. 16-3

Example Configuration 3 - Four - Zone Wiring ................................................................. 16-4

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Chapter

Introduction

The DigiLinX™ system is an IP-based audio and video distribution and control system. DigiLinX devices communicate with each other over a network using Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) (see Figure 1-1).

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DigiLinX™IP-Based Multi-Room Audio, Video and Control System

Other IR/RS-232 Controllable Systems

USB

Siamese cable CAT5 + 16/4 one to each device

Siamese cable CAT5 + 16/4 (Gigabit) one to each device

Siamese cable CAT5 + 16/4

IR/RS-232

Line Level

VGA

CAT5 (EIM)

Control

Systems

Home Network

Switch

Seagate

External

USB Drive

Streaming Music

Manager

Marantz 500

DVD

XM®Tuner

MediaLinX

™

Pro

PowerLinX

™

8811

MediaLinX A/V

MLAV300

ControLinX

™

DVD

Cable Set Top Box

DoorLinX

DX100

IP Camera

SpeakerLinX

SL220

SpeakerLinX

SL250

SpeakerLinX

SL250

SpeakerLinX

SL250

SpeakerLinX

SL220

KeyLinX

KL201

Audio Port

AP450

TouchLinX

TL380

Wireless Web tablet

Polk Audio Subwoofer

ViewLinX

VL100

ViewLinX VL100

TouchLinX TL380

SpeakerLinX SL250

ViewLinX VL100

TouchLinX TL380

ViewLinX

VL100

TouchLinX TL380

SpeakerLinX

SL250

SwitchLinX

™

SW1024

SwitchLinX

™

SW324

(vertically mounted)

IRLinX

IRL1

Component

L, R,S/PDIF

CAT5

(EIM)

Marantz AVR

Figure 1-1 DigiLinX architecture

NOTE: Properly label all cables to facilitate installation.

Notice that there is no head end in this architecture. Each NetStreams distributed according to its function in the network, meaning no central processor is required.

device is

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Introduction

StreamNet ™ Technology

NetStreams patent-pending StreamNet technology reduces the maximum audio delay to 1 millisecond between any two speakers and video to 30 milliseconds between any two displays. StreamNet allows audio and video in any and all rooms to be synchronized when playing the same source throughout the house. This technology solves a major problem when distributing audio over TCP/IP packet-switched streams.

DigiLinX Dealer Setup

The NetStreams DigiLinX Dealer Setup is a Microsoft® Windows®-compatible application that is used to configure all DigiLinX products. For more information on DigiLinX Dealer Setup, download the DigiLinX Dealer Setup Manual from the Dealer section of the NetStreams website at www.netstreams.com.

Manuals

All NetStreams manuals can be downloaded by authorized NetStreams dealers from the Dealer section of the NetStreams website at www.netstreams.com.

Prerequisites

Before you begin installing and configuring the DigiLinX IP-Based Multi-Room Audio, Video, and Control system, please note the following prerequisites.

Installer Requirements

This manual assumes the installer:

 has completed DigiLinX Dealer Authorization Training  knows how to install audio keypads and connect audio components  knows how to use basic installation tools such as an RJ45 crimper to terminate

CAT5 cables

 has pulled all necessary wire to the locations where the preamp, keypads, and

speakers are to be installed

 understands basic Microsoft

Windows® commands such as how to browse, create

folders, save files, etc.

For more information on meeting the prerequisites, contact NetStreams Technical Support at +1(866)353-3496.

PC Requirements

The minimum PC requirements for the DigiLinX Dealer Setup Program are:

 Windows XP operating system with Service Pack 2 (SP2) or Windows Vista

NOTE: Like many software applications, the DigiLinX system is not compatible with

personal computers that run the Microsoft Vista operating system at this time.

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 512 MB of RAM  1.2GHz processor (1.6GHz processor recommended).

Prior to Installation

The following are important to know before installing the DigiLinX system:

 Cable Connections - Ensure all cables are connected and terminated properly.  Firewall - Temporarily disable all firewalls that may be running on your PC.  IP Addressing for third-party hardware - Set the IP address for IP cameras and

media servers prior to configuring them in DigiLinX. Consult the product user’s guide for information on setting the IP address.

NOTE: If you have difficulty establishing a network connection after completing these

steps, call NetStreams Technical Support at +1(866)353-3496.

Additional Hardware

There are several third-party devices that can work with the DigiLinX system. Each should be installed and set up using the manufacturer’s software before configuration with the DigiLinX Dealer Setup program. These additional products include but are not limited to:

 Panasonic  Polk  media servers - Audio ReQuest

S3000®, and Escient Fireball

 Lutron  Lutron HomeWorks  Aprilaire  Sonance  GE  Vantage

 devices connected to the system through use of NetStreams’ General Purpose

IP Cameras

IP Speakers

RadioRA

HVAC system

IPort

Concord

™

(all models), Imerge Soundserver MKII®, Imerge

Driver.

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NOTE: RS-232 connections for General Purpose devices are one-way only. With the

release of DigiLinX Dealer Setup v. 1.50, installers with programming experience will be able to custom-program RS-232 drivers. See the Writing

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Introduction

StreamNet Device Drivers manual in the Dealer Documents area of the NetStreams web site for more detail.

NOTE: If any device uses an IP address, verify that it is using an IP address that is

valid for the DigiLinX network and note the address for use later in these procedures. We recommend the following for the IP address scheme for the DigiLinX network, static devices, and the home network.

Device Type IP Address Range

Static (IP cameras, media servers)

DigiLinX 192.168.0.51 - 192.168.0.200 Home Network 192.168.0.201 - 192.168.0.255

192.168.0.1 - 192.168.0.50

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The DigiLinX system consists of several types of StreamNet devices. The following

SL9250-CS

SL250

SL220

sections discuss these devices in more detail.

SpeakerLinX™ SL220/SL250/SL254/SL9250-CS

SpeakerLinX is shown in Figure 2-1. It functions as the zone or room controller and amplifier and has a built-in web server for the user interface.

Chapter

DigiLinX Devices

NOTE: For each zone of audio at least one SpeakerLinX is required.

Each zone of audio must have at least one SpeakerLinX. SpeakerLinX includes:

 a digital amplifier:

2 channels at 20 watts per channel (for the SL220) 2 channels at 50 watts per channel (for the SL250 and SL9250-CS). The SL9250CS is designed for the commercial market and features balanced audio outputs.

4 channels at 25 watts per channel (used primarily for StreamNet Ready speakers (for the SL254)

 Ethernet input  line level input/output (with adapter).

Figure 2-1 SL250, SL9250-CS and SL 220

MediaLinX™ MLA101/ MLA9101-CS/ MLA4000

The MediaLinX line of source converters (Figure 2-2) are IP-Based units designed to convert analog, or digital signals in real time from a legacy source into TCP/IP packetswitched, uncompressed (WAV) audio streams. Legacy sources can include a DVD/ CD player, AM/FM/satellite tuner, or cassette player. After conversion, analog and

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MLA101

MLA4000

digital sources as well as their transport controls are distributed over an entertainment network via an Ethernet connection on the MediaLinX unit.

NOTE: For each analog or digital legacy audio source in your DigiLinX system, one

MediaLinX MLA101 is required. The MLA4000 can support up to four sources.

NetStreams offers two IP audio MediaLinX models.

 MediaLinX MLA101and MLA9101-CS - converts from one stereo analog or

digital audio source. The MLA9101-CS is designed for the commercial market and features balanced audio inputs also.

 MediaLinX Pro MLA4000 - converts the stereo analog or digital audio of up to

four legacy audio sources. It has four definable channels, with each channel capable of functioning as an MLA101 or ControLinX CL100. A fifth channel provides a dedicated CL100. It also includes four contact closures and two interfaces for a doorbell/telephone ring connector that notifies DigiLinX to mute the audio so the ring can be heard.

MediaLinX A/V MLAV300/MLAV9300-CS

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Figure 2-2 MediaLinX MLA 101,MLA9101-CS and MediaLinX Pro MLA 4000

MediaLinX A/V is an IP video component that provides real time encoding of audio and video sources from a legacy video source into a TCP/IP uncompressed A/V stream that can be distributed over a DigiLinX TCP/IP network at a rate of 1GB/second. The MediaLinX A/V MLAV300 features component, S-video, composite or VGA video inputs as well as analog and S/PDIF RCA audio inputs for maximum connection flexibility. The MediaLinX A/V MLAV9300-CS is specifically designed for the needs of the commercial market and features BNC connectors, as well as balanced audio inputs.

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Figure 2-3 MediaLinX A/V

DigiLinX Devices

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ViewLinX™ VL100/ VL9100-CS

ViewLinX is an IP Video component that provides for real time decoding of a TCP/IP uncompressed A/V stream from the DigiLinX gigabit network into an analog or S/PDIF audio signal and a component, composite S-Video or VGA video signal for output to a display. Designed for installation at or near the location of the video display, ViewLinX also encode audio from a TV monitor output for listening on networked speakers in a room. The VL9100-CS is designed for the commercial market and features BNC connectors, and balanced audio outputs. Additionally, the VL9100-CS features support for the NetStreams Multimedia wall plate that allows the integrator to extend the ouput 150 feet or 50 meters from the ViewLinX. The Multimedia wall plate also supports the same output from both the ViewLinX and wall plate simultaneously.

Figure 2-4 ViewLinX VL100

Streaming Music Manager SMM100

The Streaming Music Manager SMM100 is a hardware device designed to search a computer network for MP3 and WAV music files and playlists. It builds a database and

makes them available to the DigiLinX network. DigiLinX users can then browse the database, locate files, and view metadata such as cover art. See Figure 2-5.

Figure 2-5 Streaming Music Manager SMM100

ControLinX™ CL100/ CL9100-CS

The ControLinX CL100 (shown in Figure 2-6) allows you to easily integrate and control supported brands of lighting, automated heating, cooling, security and other third party systems with your DigiLinX system. The ControLinX CL100 enables control of non-IP-Based sources from DigiLinX using RS-232, IR, or voltage sensing. The CL100 features a two-pin Phoenix connector for power and an Ethernet connector to connect to your DigiLinX network. Each third party system requires one CL100. Multiple CL100s can be connected to a SwitchLinX. The CL9100-CS is specifically designed for the commercial market and features the same foot print (1U high, 1/2 rack wide) as the other commercial products.

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Figure 2-6 ControLinX CL100

TL700

TL430

TL380

TouchLinX™ TL380/TL430/TL700

Three models of TouchLinX are available:

 TL380  TL430  TL700

TouchLinX TL380 is a 3.8-inch, in-wall touch screen (Figure 2-7) that includes a fourport Ethernet switch and power input/output for distribution. This device includes

DigiLinX Devices

Adobe® Flash®. TouchLinX TL430 features a 4.3-inch Thin-Film Transistor (TFT) color touch screen,

while the TL700 features a 7-inch TFT color touch screen. Both the TL430 and TL700 feature a Windows CE embedded operating system. Both devices also include Adobe Flash. The TL430 and TL700 have a 2-port Ethernet switch and 4-pin connector for communications, power, and cascading one SpeakerLinX. Additionally, both the TL430 and TL700 feature a built-in microphone for IP Intercom, including whole house paging, room to room paging, and room monitoring via the DigiLinX system. Both the TL430 and 700 feature IR support.

Figure 2-7 TouchLinX TL700, TL430 and TL380

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SW1024

SW208

SW324

SW208

SwitchLinX™ SW324/SW208/SW1024/SW1124/SW1148

SwitchLinX is a family of IGMP (Internet Group Management Protocol) enabled, multicasting, non-blocking 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet and 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet switches. SwitchLinX is designed specifically for handling the high demands of networked audio and video distribution products. Additional SwitchLinX can be employed to expand the number of network connections.

There are four sizes of SwitchLinX depending on what is required for your project (Figure 2-8):

 SW208 - 8 10/100 Mbps ports  SW324 - 24 10/100 Mbps ports  SW1024 - 24 10/100/1000 Mbps ports

NOTE: The SW1024 is limited to 64 multicast IP addresses. If you need more multicast IP

addresses, you will need to add an additional device.

 SW1124 - 24 10/100/1000 Mbps ports  SW1148 - 48 10/100/1000 Mbps ports

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IRLinX™ IRL1

Figure 2-8 SwitchLinX SW324/SW208/SW1024

IRLinX (Figure 2-9) allows DigiLinX to receive IR commands in zones that do not have an IR receiver. It provides installers with the flexibility to locate the IR receiver in a convenient location to meet the homeowner’s needs. IRLinX processes DigiLinX native IR commands such as volume up, volume down, and mute, from an IR remote.

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IRLinX will also accept IR commands from a source’s original remote, or universal

PL228

PL250

PL600

PL750

remote, and pass them on to the active source using network IR pass-through.

Figure 2-9 IRLinX

PowerLinX™ PL228/PL250/PL600/PL750/PL751

PowerLinX is a family of power supplies for the DigiLinX system. There are four sizes of PowerLinX depending on what is required for your project (as shown in Figure 2-

10):

 PL228 - designed to distribute 2.96A max @ 28VDC and can power one

SpeakerLinX SL220, MediaLinX, ControLinX, or TouchLinX. The PowerLinX PL228 is a local power supply and is the perfect solution for retrofit installations.

DigiLinX Devices

 PL250 - designed to distribute 3.57A max @ 28VDC to power one SL250,

SpeakerLinX and TouchLinX.

 PL600 - designed to distribute 21A max @ 28VDC of power, to multiple DigiLinX

products (do not use with SL250s).

 PL750/PL751 - designed to distribute 27A max @ 28VDC of power to multiple

DigiLinX products on an IP-Based Multi-Room Audio network (can be used with all DigiLinX products).

NOTE: The SpeakerLinX 250 requires the use of the PL750/PL751 or PL250.

Figure 2-10 PowerLinX

DoorLinX™ DX100

DoorLinX enhances the IP intercom functionality in DigiLinX systems by providing a front door intercom to communicate with guests and a means to remotely unlock the door. The homeowner can also use a customized MP3 doorbell that plays throughout the DigiLinX system, or in specific designated rooms.

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DXF100 DX100 DXB100

Figure 2-11 DoorLinX

DoorLinX can be purchased as follows:

 mounting bracket (DXB100)  electronics package and chassis (DX100)  faceplate and doorbell (DXF100-B brushed brass, DXF100-N brushed nickel, or

DXF100-O venetian bronze).

Power Requirements for DigiLinX Devices

A NetPower calculator and power ratings chart are used to allow you to determine power requirements for DigiLinX devices.

NetPower™ Calculator

NetStreams offers an online NetPower calculator to assist in determining how many PowerLinX units your DigiLinX system requires. See Figure 2-12 for an example of this software interface.

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DigiLinX Devices

You can download the NetPower Calculator from the NetStreams web site at http://

www.netstreams.com. It is located in the Dealer Documents section under DigiLinX

Tools.

Figure 2-12 NetPower Calculator

NetPower Ratings

To assist in determining how many PL600’s and PL750’s a project requires, each DigiLinX product comes with a NetPower rating as shown in Table 2-1.

1 SpeakerLinX SL250/254/9250-CS 24 1 SpeakerLinX SL220 12 1 MediaLinX A/V (MLAV300 and 9300-CS) 4 1 ViewLinX (VL100 and 9100-CS) 4 1 MediaLinX MLA4000 2 1 MediaLinX MLA100 1 1 MediaLinX MLA101/MLA9101-CS 1 1 TouchLinX TL380 1 1 KeyLinX KL101 1 1 KeyLinX KL201 1 1 ControLinX CL100/CL9101-CS 1 1 DoorLinX DX100 1 1 IRLinX IRL1 1

Table 2-1

NetPower Ratings

Model NetPower Rating

When designing your DigiLinX system, add the NetPower rating for all devices planned and choose the appropriate quantity of PowerLinX power supplies as follows:

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KL101

KL201

Legend

CAT5

 Each PL228 can support one SpeakerLinX, MediaLinX, or TouchLinX.

NOTE: The SpeakerLinX SL250 requires the use of the PL750 or PL250.

 Each PL250 can support one SL250 SpeakerLinX and one TouchLinX.  Each PL600 can support DigiLinX devices that equal a total NetPower of 84 or

less, unless an SL250 is in the project. If an SL250 is in the project, you must use a PL750.

 Each PL750 can support DigiLinX devices that equal a total NetPower of 168 or

less.

EIM Products

The Expansion Interface Module (EIM) port on a SpeakerLinX provides an interface for additional audio and control products.

KeyLinX™ KL101/201

The KeyLinX KL101 and KL201(as shown in Figure 2-13) are single-gang, in-wall hard button keypads that control up to four audio sources with presets. Both models feature an IR window for IR pass-through to a local source connected to an Audio Port. The KL201 also features an embedded microphone and a Talk button for IP intercom. Both products connect to the SpeakerLinX and Audio Port using an EIM splitter and CAT5 cable (see Figure 2-14). Both products also have an additional connection for an IRLinX.

Figure 2-13 KeyLinX 101 and 201

NOTE: The EIM CAT5 cable length of all EIM connections together cannot be more than 60

ft total.

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MU290

Figure 2-14 Connecting a SpeakerLinX using an EIM splitter

MU290

The SpeakerLinX built-in amplifier provides the sufficient power for most installations. But if you need more power for a larger zone, or outdoor application, or you just really want to push the envelope, the MU290 is the solution. This high performance power amplifier delivers 100 watts/channel into 4 ohms, 200 watts bridged for high quality audio output. You can also daisy-chain up to six MU290s for a total of 600 watts of stereo power or 1200 watts bridged power. The MU290 connects directly to a Musica keypad or SpeakerLinX via RJ45 connectors (labeled EIM).

Figure 2-15 MU290

AMP2200

The AMP2200 Professional Amplifier is an alternative for the MU290, providing 200 watts per channel at 8 ohms and 600 watts bridged. Up to 6 AMP2200 can be daisy chained together. The AMP2200 connects to the SpeakerLinX via a RJ45 connector, labeled EIM.

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EIM2RCA Adapter

Figure 2-16 AMP2200

Audio Port

The Audio Port makes it easy to connect a local audio device. There are several models of Audio Port to choose from:

 The AP300 provides the SpeakerLinX with line level audio in and out using stereo

RCA connectors. The AP300 also has an IR out to control local audio sources. This IR out can also be configured to function as an audio in. Audio outputs are also provided, which are useful for subwoofers or receivers.

 The AP450 is designed for rooms only requiring line level audio output. This is

commonly used with subwoofers.

 The AP500 has stereo RCA connections for line level audio in and out as well as a

connector for IR out.

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Figure 2-17 Audio Port AP500

EIM2RCA Adapter

You can use the EIM2RCA adapter when you don’t want to install a faceplate in your wall and you want to connect a SpeakerLinX with an external power amplifier or source (such as an A/V receiver for a home theater). The EIM2RCA adapter has one RJ45 connector on one end and two stereo pairs of RCA female connectors on the other end for input and output.

Figure 2-18 EIM2RCA adapter

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StreamNet Card

NetStreams also offers our technology in the form of a StreamNet card. This card can be used to enable Polk Audio’s® IP-Addressable in-wall and in-ceiling speakers to

become addressable nodes on a NetStreams DigiLinX network. Because these speakers contain built-in amplifiers, this eliminates the need for a SpeakerLinX in rooms where the Polk Audio LC265i-IP or LC80i-IP speakers and a StreamNet card are installed. Refer to Tech Bulletin 040017, Installing a StreamNet Card into a Polk Speaker for more details. The StreamNet card can also be used by other devices.

Figure 2-19 StreamNet Card

DigiLinX Devices

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Introduction

This chapter covers pre-wiring for a DigiLinX audio and video network. DigiLinX architecture is similar to the architecture used in computer networking. You require devices, a network connection, and power.

Pre-Wiring for IP Audio

Chapter

Pre-Wiring for IP Audio and IP Video

Requirements

Cables

The following cables are required to pre-wire for DigiLinX IP audio:

NOTE: When wiring for Ethernet, do not exceed 100 meter (328 foot) cable runs.

 Siamese CAT5 16/4 (or CAT5 14/4) AWG cable  RG6 cable  CAT5e cable.

Terminating Wires

The following are required to terminate wires:

 RJ45 crimpers  CAT5 stripper  wire cutters/strippers  small flat-head screw driver  RJ45 connectors  Phoenix connectors (for power and speaker connections). These are provided with

your NetStreams system.

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To terminate wires, use the 568a standard (see Table 3-1).

Ethernet 568a Standard for

Terminating Wires

Pin 1 White/Green Pin 2 Green Pin 3 White/Orange Pin4 Blue Pin 5 White/Blue Pin 6 Orange Pin 7 White/Brown Pin 8 Brown

Example

Figure 3-1 shows an example of how to pre-wire a room for DigiLinX audio.

NOTE: This diagram is a general overview of audio pre-wiring and is subject to change

depending on the design of the system. This pre-wire will allow you to grow with technology.

Table 3-1

Procedures

Figure 3-1 Pre-Wiring Diagram for DigiLinX

The following pre-wire procedure is designed to allow DigiLinX or Musica to later be installed. To pre-wire a room, complete the following steps:

1. From the head end, run a siamese CAT5 16/4 (or CAT5 14/4) cable to the touch

screen location.

2. Leave a service loop at this location and continue (do not cut the cable) to the first

speaker location in the room.

3. Leave a service loop at this location and continue (do not cut the cable) to the

second speaker location.

4. Cut the cable.

5. From the touch screen location, run a siamese CAT5 16/4 (or CAT5 14/4) cable to

the first speaker location.

6. Leave a service loop and continue (do not cut the cable) using a different route to

the wall location chosen for the Audio Port installation.

7. Cut the cable.

8. From the head end, run an RG6 cable to the touch screen location.

9. From the head end, run an RG6 cable to a location for an antenna to be mounted.

This will be used for antenna distribution.

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10. From the head end, run a siamese 16/4 or 14/4 cable to the display location.

11. From the head end, run a standard structured wiring bundle (2 CAT5, 2 RG6) to the

display location.

12. Run an RG6 cable from the display location.

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13. Repeat steps 1 through 8 for each pre-wired room.

Pre-Wire for IP Video

Requirements

 one structured wire consisting of two twisted pair (CA T5e or better) cables and two

coaxial cables (RG6 or better)

 one four-port flush mounted wall plate consisting of two RJ45 connectors and two

F connectors

 one 16/4 DC power cable

NOTE: You can also use a NetStreams local power supply such as a PL228 or PL250 to power

NetStreams IP video products at the display location.

Procedures

Pre-Wiring for IP Audio and IP Video

Figure 3-2 shows how to pre-wire for IP-Based video.

Figure 3-2 Pre-Wiring for IP-Based Video

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