
IQ-INT 3
I N T E R F A C E
he Crown® IQ-INT 3 is an IQ System®
interface that connects up to four different
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IQ Bus loops to a host computer. It is
a self-contained unit with its own IQ Bus drivers, RS232 drivers and power supply. It has a
microprocessor that can be directed by the host
computer to send and receive commands and
data to and from IQ components connected to
its IQ Bus loops.
The IQ-INT 3 supports both the original IQ
and the newer IQ2 (Ucode) protocols. Convenient RJ-45 connectors for IQ Bus input and
output make it easy to make system connections, allowing the use of off-the-shelf straightthrough network cables. Plus, the interface is
backed by Crown’s unequaled Three-Year, NoFault, Full Warranty that covers everything.
For more details about the Crown IQ-INT 3,
contact the Crown Technical Support Group at
800-342-6939 or 219-294-8200. Also, visit the
Crown Audio website at www.crownaudio.com.
Specications
General
Internal Controls: A four-segment DIP switch
located on the rear panel is used to congure
the data rate for communication with the host
computer.
Connectors: IQ Bus Input: Four RJ-45 connectors. IQ Bus Output: Four RJ-45 connectors.
(The IQ Bus Input and Output connectors are
grouped in pairs to accommodate four different
loops.) Computer: Female 9-pin “D-shell” connector. AC Power: IEC320 connector for AC
power cord. All connectors are located on the
rear panel.
Indicators: A blue front and rear panel Power
indicator shows that the unit is plugged in and
receiving power. Yellow front and rear panel
Features
• Connects up to four separate IQ Bus loops.
• Blue Power indicators on the front and rear
panels.
• Yellow Loop Status indicators on the front and
rear panels show IQ Bus loop data activity.
indicators for each IQ Loop show loop data
activity.
Power Supply: Universal input switching power
supply.
Power Requirements: 100VAC to 240VAC, 47
Hz to 66 Hz.
Power Consumption:
60 Hz 50 Hz
100VAC 3.70W 3.71W
120VAC 3.92W 3.92W
220VAC 5.03W 5.03W
230VAC 5.23W 5.18W
240VAC 5.59W 5.41W
Crown Bus Data Communication
Protection: The auto-reset feature is controlled
by the microprocessor. Optically coupled
20-milliamp current loop receivers provide
ground isolation.
Data Rate: 38.4 K baud.
Data Format: Asynchronous binary serial data
with 1 start bit, 1 stop bit, 8 data bits and no
parity check.
Interface Type: 20-milliamp current loop.
Operation: Half duplex.
Intelligence: 16-bit microprocessor.
Transmission Distance: Variable from 200 to
• RJ-45 connectors for IQ Bus input and output
for easy and secure IQ Bus connections.
• Supports both the original IQ and newer IQ
protocols.
• The best three-year “No-Fault” full warranty
in the business!
3,000 feet (61 to 914 meters) depending on
wire capacitance. 1,000 feet (305 meters) is
typical with shielded 26 AWG twisted pair wire.
IQ repeaters or ber optic transceivers can be
used to cover greater distances.
Host Computer Data Communication
Data Rate: 9,600, 19,200, 38,400, 57,600 or
115,200 baud.
Data Format: Asynchronous binary serial data
with 1 start bit, 1 stop bit, 8 data bits and no
parity check.
Interface Type: RS232.
Operation: Half duplex.
Data Buffer: 255 bytes.
Intelligence: 16-bit microprocessor.
RS232 Transmission Distance: 50 feet (15.2
m).
Mechanical
Finish: Charcoal powder-coated steel chassis
and front panel with Lexan® front and rear overlays.
Dimensions: 19-inch (48.3 cm) standard rack
mount width (EIA RS-310-B), 1.75-inch (4.4
cm) height and 6.5-inch (16.5 cm) depth.
Weight: 6 lbs., 4 oz (2.8 kg) net; 9 lbs., 5 oz
(4.2 kg) shipping.
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IQ-INT 3
Crown’s Three-Year, No-Fault, Full Warranty
Crown offers a Three-Year, No-Fault, Full Warranty for every new Crown IQ component—an
unsurpassed industry standard. With this unprecedented No-Fault protection, your new Crown
IQ component is warranted to meet or exceed original specications for the rst three years
of ownership. During this time, if your IQ component fails, or does not perform to original
specications, it will be repaired or replaced at our expense. About the only things not covered
by this warranty are those losses normally covered by insurance and those cuased by intentional
abuse. And the coverage is transferable, should you sell your IQ component.
See your authorized Crown dealer for full warranty disclosure and details. For customers outside
of the USA, please contact your authorized Crown distributor for warranty information or call
219-294-8200..
IQ-INT 3 Block Diagram
Crown International
P.O. Box 1000
Elkhart, IN 46515-1000
TEL: 219-294-8200
FAX: 219-294-8FAX
www.crownaudio.com
Specications subject to change without prior notice. Latest
information available at www.crownaudio.com.
© 2001 Crown Audio, Inc. Crown, Com-Tech, IQ and IQ
System are registered trademarks of Crown International.
Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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