Crestron Adagio
Audio Server
Operations Guide
TM
AAS-1/2/4
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Crestron AdagioTM AAS-1/2/4 Audio Server
Contents
Audio Server: Adagio AAS-1/2/4 1
Introduction ...............................................................................................................................1
Features and Functions................................................................................................ 1
Applications.................................................................................................................2
Specifications ..............................................................................................................2
Physical Description.................................................................................................... 3
Industry Compliance ...................................................................................................7
Setup .......................................................................................................................................... 8
Network Wiring........................................................................................................... 8
Installation................................................................................................................... 8
Hardware Hookup .......................................................................................................8
Programming Software..............................................................................................................9
Earliest Version Software Requirements for the PC ...................................................9
Programming with Crestron SystemBuilder................................................................ 9
Programming with SIMPL Windows.......................................................................... 9
Example Program...................................................................................................... 11
Uploading and Upgrading........................................................................................................ 12
Establishing Communication.....................................................................................12
Firmware ...................................................................................................................13
Operation .................................................................................................................................14
Problem Solving ......................................................................................................................15
Troubleshooting......................................................................................................... 15
Reference Documents................................................................................................15
Further Inquiries........................................................................................................ 15
Future Updates ..........................................................................................................16
Return and Warranty Policies.................................................................................................. 17
Merchandise Returns / Repair Service ......................................................................17
CRESTRON Limited Warranty.................................................................................17
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Crestron AdagioTM AAS-1/2/4 Audio Server
Audio Server: Adagio AAS-1/2/4
Introduction
Features and Functions
• Store and access your complete music collection via touchpanels,
keypads and PCs
• High-performance digital audio server capable of storing thousands
of hours of music
• Music can be sorted by title, album, artist or genre
• Individual play lists can be created
• Choice of 80GB, 160GB, or 250GB capacity
• Supports WMA, MP3 and uncompressed WAV formats
• Multi-zone outputs — up to four discrete analog outputs
• Audiophile quality — high-end Wolfson Delta-Sigma 24-bit DAC's
on a dedicated audio board
• Optical and coaxial digital outputs
• Access On Screen Menu (OSM) control screens and view cover art
on any video display, Crestron
browser
• Access the music library from or any device running Windows
• Transfer PC files easily using AAS as a network drive
• Ethernet and IR controllable
• Automatic integration with Adagio systems
• Gracenote CDDB
• Freestanding unit made of black metal with an extruded aluminum
®
Media
application
information included
faceplate
Player, Apple iTunes®, or other media player compliant
®
Music Recognition Service for CD cover art and
®
touchpanel or Flash-enabled Web
NOTE: Further information can be found in the Crestron Adagio User’s Guide (Part
Number 2014056).
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Audio Server Crestron AdagioTM AAS-1/2/4
Applications
The following diagram shows how an Adagio home entertainment system, using outof-the-box functionality, might be configured to include the AAS.
Adagio System Showing the AAS in a Typical Application
Specifications
Specifications for the AAS are listed in the following table.
AAS Specifications
SPECIFICATION DETAILS
Operating System Microsoft® Windows® XP Embedded
Ethernet 10/100BaseT, static IP or DHCP/DNS
Encoding
Formats MP3, WMA, WAV (uncompressed)
Audio (Analog)
D-A Conversion Wolfson Delta-Sigma 24-bit
Frequency Response 20Hz to 20kHz ±0.5dB typical
S/N Ratio 100dB at 1kHz A-weighted
Dynamic Range >96dB
THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) 0.003% at 1kHz typical
Channel Separation 110dB at 1kHz typical
Power Requirements
Continued on the following page
60 Watts, 100-240V AC @ 50/60Hz
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AAS Specifications (continued)
SPECIFICATION DETAILS
Operating Environment
Temperature 50° to 104°F (10° to 40°C)
Humidity 10% to 90% RH (non-condensing)
Enclosure Black metal, extruded aluminum faceplate
Dimensions
Height: 3.93 in (9.98 cm)
Width: 17.20 in (43.69 cm)
Depth: 14.49 in (36.08 cm)
Weight 18.74 lbs (8.5 kg)
AVAILABLE MODELS
AAS-1 Adagio Audio Server, 1 output, 80GB
AAS-2 Adagio Audio Server, 2 outputs, 160GB
AAS-4 Adagio Audio Server, 4 outputs, 250GB
NOTE: Cable connections can extend the overall depth of the AAS by
approximately two to three inches.
Physical Description
This section provides information on the connections, controls, and indicators
available on your AAS.
AAS Physical View (Front)
AAS Physical View (Rear)
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