Electro-voice N8000-1500 BROCHURE

Expansion Options

The N8000-1500 provides incredible flexibility in system design. Several hardware options are available which enable the
N8000-1500 to deliver the highest quality audio in a variety of different formats. Mic or line level analog signals, as well
as digital signals, are handled using the highest quality converters to ensure the best audio transmission. Additionally, the
CM-1 allows CobraNet audio to be used for digital audio distribution over Ethernet networks.

AI-1 The AI-1 is an eight-

channel analog input module for
the Netmax™ System Controller.
Audio signals are connected
via screw lockable Euro block
connectors. A-to-D conversion
is handled by high performance
linear 24-bit converters. Internally
the signals are processed in
48-bit word length. The dynamic
range is more than 117 dB.

MI-1 The MI-1 is an

eight-channel microphone input
module for the Netmax™ System
Controller. The module provides
a variety of microphone input
functions, e.g. programmable
gain, software-switchable PAD
for line sensitivity and selectable
+48V phantom supply per input
channel. Best audio perfomance
is acheived by high-end linear
24-bit converters. Internally the
signals are processed in 48-bit
word length. The dynamic range
is more than 117 dB.

DI-1 The DI-1 is an eight-

channel digital input module for
the NetMax™ System Controller.
Digital audio signals in AES/EBU
or S/PDIF format are connected
via screw-lockable Euro block
connectors. Four Toslink™
connectors for the optical
transmission of digital audio
signals are available. All inputs
are equipped with high quality
sample-rate converters. Internally
the signals are processed in 48­bit word length.

AO-1 The AO-1 is an eight-

channel analog output module for
the Netmax™ System Controller.
As with the other modules, the
AO-1offers eight high quality
audio signals via screw lockable
Euro block connectors. D-to-A
conversion is handled by high
performance linear 24-bit
converters. Internally the signals
are processed in 48-bit word
length. The dynamic range is
more than 118 dB.

DO-1 The DO-1 is an

eight-channel digital output
module for the NetMax™ System
Controller. Digital audio signals in
AES/EBU format are connected
via screw-lockable Euro block
connectors. Internally the signals
are processed in 48-bit word
length.

CM-1 The CM-1 is

CobraNet™ extension module for
the Netmax™ System Controller.
The module provides 32 input
and 32 output FULLY LICENSED
channels of CobraNet™
compatible audio signals for
extending the system capability.

NetMax™ N8000-1500 Specifications

GENERAL DESCRIPTION AND FEATURES

N8000-1500 System Controller Modular NetMax™ system manager including signal processing, routing, system control and supervision

Audio 32 Audio Channels. 4 Audio Slots, modular. 8-Channel Input and Output cards, analog or digital.

Networking Module Slot for optional CobraNet™ Interface. 32 I/O Audio and Control.

Safety / Redundancy Internal Supervision, System Monitoring, Watchdog, Fault Output, Redundant Audio Network possible

PC Configuration and Control Software

AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS

Audio Inputs 8 analog audio inputs per module, line level, electronically symmetric

Input Connectors 8 x 3-pole Euro block connectors

Input Level (nominal) +6 dBu / 1.55 V

Input Level (max. before clip) +21 dBu / 8.7 V

Input Impedance 20 kΩ

Common Mode Rejection > 70 dB

A/D Conversion 24 Bit, Sigma-Delta, 128 times over sampling

Audio Outputs 8 analog audio outputs per module, line level, electronically symmetric

Connectors 8 x 3-pole Euro block connectors

Output Level (nominal) +6 dBu / 1.55 V

Output Level (max. before clip) +21 dBu / 8.7 V

Output Impedance 100 Ω

Min. Load Impedance 600 Ω

D/A Conversion 24 Bit, Sigma-Delta, 128 times over sampling

Frequency Response 20 Hz...20 kHz (-0.5 dB)

Signal to Noise Ratio (A-weighted) AI-1: 117 dB typical, AO-1: 118 dB typical, N8000 analog In to analog Out: 114 dB typical

THD+N < 0.005 %

Crosstalk < -110 dB @ 1 kHz

SIGNAL PROCESSING

Sample Rate 48 kHz internal, 32 kHz - 192 kHz external

Data Format 24 Bit linear A/D and D/A conversion, 48 Bit processing

Signal Processing 5 DSPs Standard (1500 MIPS), 1 DSP per Audio Module (100 MIPS)

INTERFACES

Ethernet 10 / 100 MBit/s, RJ-45 (PC Control)

CAN 10 ... 500 kbaud, 2 x RJ-45 (Remote Amp Control)

RS-232 2 Ports, 9pin DSUB male (Remote Control)

USB USB Type B on Front Panel (PC Control)

GPIO Control Port

N8000-1500 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Power Supply 100 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Power Consumption 90 W max. (incl. 2 x AI-1, 2 x AO-1, 1 x CM-1 modules)

Cooling Left-to-right, 3-stage fan

Operating Temperature Range 32°F – 104°F (0 °C – 40 °C)

Dimensions (W x H x D) 19“ x 3.5” x 15” (483 x 88.1 x 381 mm) 2 RU

MODULES / OPTIONS

AI-1 Analog Input Module 8 analog line level audio inputs, electronically balanced

AO-1 Analog Output Module 8 analog line level audio outputs, electronically balanced

CM-1 CobraNet™ Module 32 digital audio inputs and outputs, 2 CobraNet™ ports (Primary/Secondary) for network redundancy

D0-1 Digital Output Module 8 AES/EBU outputs, Euroblock connectors, 48 kHz

MI-1 Microphone Input Module 8 mic/line level inputs, programmable Gain and Phantom Power, pad for line level switching, electronically balanced

DI-1 Digital Input Module 8 AES/EBU or S/PDIF inputs, Euroblock or optical connector, 32-192 kHz SRC per input

Bosch Communications Systems

Americas­Headquarter Americas
Telex Communications, Inc.
12000 Portland Ave South,
Burnsville, MN 55337, USA
USA–Ph: 1-800-392-3497
Fax: [phone]

Canada–Ph: 1-866-505-5551
Fax: [phone]

Latin America–
Ph: 1-952-887-5532
Fax: [phone]

Intelligent Remote & Integrated Supervision Integration of N8000-1500, Remote Amplifiers, peripheral control Configuration, Control and
Supervision for complete Audio System Freely programmable User Control Panels and Access Levels

2 x 6-pole Euro block, 4 Control Inputs (analog 0 -10V / logic control), 3 Control Outputs (Relay contact to ground),
1 Fault Output (NC Relay contact), 3 Reference Outputs (+5 V, +10 V / GND)

© 2008 Telex Communications, Inc. LIT000298000

Europe, Africa & Middle-East
Headquarters EMEA
EVI Audio GmbH
Hirschberger Ring 45,
94315 Straubing, Germany
Phone: [phone],
Fax: [phone]

France: EVI Audio France S.A.,
Parc de Courcerin,
Allée Lech Walesa,
F 77185 Lognes, France
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

UK: Shuttlesound,
4 The Willows Centre,
Willow Lane, Mitcham,
Surrey CR4 4NX, UK
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Asia & Pacific Rim­Headquarter Asia
Telex Communications (SEA)
Pte Ltd
38C Jalan Pemimpin
Singapore 577180
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Japan: EVI Audio Japan, Ltd
5-3-8 Funabashi, Setagaya-ku,
Tokyo 156-0055
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Hong Kong: Telex EVI Audio
(Hong Kong) Ltd.
Room 508-509, 5/F,
Topsail Plaza
11 On Shum Street
Shek Mun,Shatin HK
Phone: [phone],
Fax: [phone]

Shanghai: Telex EVI Audio
(Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
Room 3105-3109,
Tower 1 Office Building,
218 Tian Mu Xi Rd.,
Shanghai, China
Postal Code: 200070
Tel: [phone]
Fax : [phone]

IRIS-Net has always provided new and unique solutions for the pro sound market,
providing tools, customization, and control that no other system can touch. EV’s
latest innovation is FIR-Drive technology -- a line array control platform within
IRIS-Net. The FIR-Drive Line Array Controller provides a comprehensive system
drive preconfigured with all the tools needed for the most demanding applications,
including individual processing elements for main, array, and zone EQ, multiple
subwoofer configurations, flexible auxiliary processing, and full routing options.
Best of all, the control interface is laid out in a single high density interface to
allow easy control of all array parameters from a single page. The N8000-1500
delivers extreme DSP horsepower — enough to process 32 audio channels with
FIR-processing — plus other functions such as limiters, delays, and conventional
EQs. This is revolutionary DSP, suitable to drive even the most sophisticated line
arrays systems for ultimate performance and pattern control.

Most Powerful Pro Audio Processor on the Market

The N8000-1500 represents that state of the art for pro audio signal processing. Based on the
technology inside the Electro-Voice NetMax N8000, this system has proven itself time and again in
the most demanding installations and live performances. Ranging from The World Cup to Live-8, from
the Houston Rodeo to Kenny Chesney’s groundbreaking tours, NetMax has established itself as a
proven, roadworthy tool that can take even the most state of the art PA systems to the next level.

Now, NetMax itself advances to the next level with the N8000-1500. At the heart of the N8000­1500 is the new DSP-2 engine. Composed of three dual-core processors, the DSP-2 expands the
total processing power of the N8000-1500 to 1500 MIPS. But it doesn’t stop there: the unique
modular nature of NetMax’s means that each input or output card that is added to a chassis provides
an additional DSP engine and another 100 MIPS of processing power. This means that a fully
loaded chassis provides 1900 MIPS of processing-almost double the power of the original N8000.
Combined with the optional CobraNet interface, NetMax’s unique monitoring and supervision options,
FIR-Drive, and the multitude of control options provided by IRIS-Net, the N8000-1500 represents
the most powerful pro audio processor on the market!

Superior Audio Performance

The highest level of audio applications demand the highest audio performance, and NetMax
delivers. High quality audio converters deliver a stunning dynamic range of 114 dB from
analog input to analog output, including all signal processing. The pristine signal path
ensures that audio remains pure and uncolored for the most accurate signal processing and
reproduction. However, NetMax addresses other considerations for live audio applications,
such as latency. The N8000-1500’s autocompiling DSP engine provide a fixed latency of

2.19 ms from analog input to analog outputs, far less than may competitive products.

Full System Monitoring and Supervision

Arguably, the most important aspect of live sound is ensuring that the PA is healthy
and performing properly. IRIS-Net and NetMax provide a unique set of tools for
monitoring and supervising all aspects of the system including temperature, network
status, fault conditions, and even cable integrity. When used with Tour Grade Series
Amplifiers equipped with RCM-26 cards, an operator is able to monitor the health
of the system down to a transducer level, with tools such as the One Button System
check that can show the status of all amplifiers, cables, and drivers in a matter of
minutes, not hours. NetMax provides the supervision and control to ensure that the
PA system is always operating at it best.