Furman AIS10, AIS-10E Reference Guide

Furman Sound , Inc.

1997 South McDowell Blvd.

Petaluma, CA 94954-6919 USA

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

www.FurmanSound.com

[e-mail]

AUDIO INTERFACE SYSTEM

MODELS AIS-10, AIS-10E

Instruction Sheet

DESCRIPTION

The AIS-10 Audio Interface System is a two-channel line level
signal router and high quality microphone preamplifier designed
to assist in making accurate acoustical measurements using
computer-based analyzer software systems (e.g., SmaartLive™
from SIA Software Company, Inc.) The AIS-10 system eliminates
the need for a separate mic preamp and mixer.

The AIS-10 is rugged, compact (4.5” W x 2” H x 3” D) and
fits easily into a laptop case. The front panel controls include a
microphone gain control, a 48 VDC phantom power switch, a
reference line level input (EQ IN) control, a measurement line
level input (EQ OUT) control, and a switch to select between the
microphone input or the line level input (from the EQ output) on
the measurement channel.

The AIS-10 delivers low phase shift, a wide frequency
response, and extremely low distortion and noise. Additional
features include level controls optimized for measurement
systems and a dual ganged output level control. The AIS-10 is
powered with a 12 VAC, 500 mA external power supply included
with the unit. The mixer outputs to the computer are unbalanced
RCA jacks. Three balanced XLR connectors are provided for
microphone and line inputs.

The AIS-10 is the result of a collaboration of industry
professionals with a deep commitment to providing top quality
and highly useful pro-sound products. This product is the first in
a series that is aimed specifically at the live sound and touring
market segment.

Model AIS-10E is a version which can be used in countries with
220/240 VAC mains. Model AIS-10E (unlike AIS-10) does not
come with an external power supply. The user must provide
an appropriate power supply (“wall wart”) supplying 12 VAC at
500 mA via a female plug with dimensions of 2.1mm (inner hole
diameter), 5.5mm (outer ring diameter) by 11mm (length). See
connector diagram on the next page. The AIS-10E’s total power
draw is 3.25VA. Do not use the AIS-10E with a DC power supply,
or a voltage or current rating other than specified.

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Furman Sound, Inc.  1997 South McDowell Boulevard  Petaluma, CA 94954 USA

Phone: [phone]  Fax: [phone]  Email: [e-mail]  www.furmansound.com

THREE YEAR WARRANTY

Furman Sound, Inc., having its principal place of business at 1997
South McDowell Blvd., Petaluma, CA 94954 (“Manufacturer”) warrants its
AIS-10 and/or AIS-10 E (the “Product”) as follows:

Manufacturer warrants to the original Purchaser of the Product that
the Product sold hereunder will be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase.
The Purchaser of the product is allowed fifteen days from the date of
purchase to complete warranty registration by mail or on-line at the
Furman website. If the Product does not conform to this Limited Warranty
during the warranty period (as herein above specified), Purchaser shall
notify Manufacturer in writing of the claimed defects. If the defects are
of such type and nature as to be covered by this warranty, Manufacturer
shall authorize Purchaser to return the Product to the Furman factory
or to an authorized Furman repair location. Warranty claims should be
accompanied by a copy of the original purchase invoice showing the
purchase date; this is not necessary if the Warranty Registration was
completed either via the mailed in warranty card or on-line website
registration. Shipping charges to the Furman factory or to an authorized
repair location must be prepaid by the Purchaser of the product.
Manufacturer shall, at its own expense, furnish a replacement Product or,
at Manufacturer’s option, repair the defective Product. Return shipping
charges back to Purchaser will be paid by Manufacturer.

THE FOREGOING IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Manufacturer does not warrant
against damages or defects arising out of improper or abnormal use
of handling of the Product; against defects or damages arising from
improper installation, against defects in products or components not
manufactured by Manufacturer, or against damages resulting from such
non-Manufacturer made products or components. This warranty shall
be cancelable by Manufacturer at its sole discretion if the product is
modified in any way without written authorization from Furman Sound.
This warranty also does not apply to Products upon which repairs have
been affected or attempted by persons other than pursuant to written
authorization by Manufacturer.

THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE. The sole and exclusive
obligation of Manufacturer shall be to repair or replace the defective
Product in the manner and for the period provided above. Manufacturer
shall not have any other obligation with respect to the Products or any
part thereof, whether based on contract, tort, strict liability or otherwise.
Under no circumstances, whether based on this Limited Warranty
or otherwise, shall Manufacturer be liable for incidental, special, or
consequential damages. Manufacturer’s employees or representatives’
ORAL OR OTHER WRITTEN STATEMENTS DO NOT CONSTITUTE
WARRANTIES, shall not be relied upon by Purchaser, and are not a part
of the contract for sale or this limited warranty. This Limited Warranty
states the entire obligation of Manufacturer with respect to the Product.
If any part of this Limited Warranty is determined to be void or illegal, the
remainder shall remain in full force and effect.

SERVICE

Before returning any equipment for repair, please be sure
that is adequately packed and cushioned against damage in
shipment, and that it is insured. We suggest you save the original
packing and use it to ship the product for servicing. Also, please

AIS-10 Typical Connections

AIS-10/AIS-10E SPECIFICATIONS

LINE INPUTS TO LINE OUTPUTS:
Input impedance: 24k ohms
Common mode rejection: 90 dB
Maximum input: +28.5 dBu
Maximum output: +22 dBu
Frequency response: +0, -0.5 dB, 10 Hz to 70 kHz
Phase +/-10 deg.: 10 Hz to 50 kHz
THD + noise: 0.0006%, 20 Hz to 20 kHz,
+10 dBu input/output
Noise: -98 dBu, 20 Hz to 22 kHz

MICROPHONE INPUT TO LINE OUTPUT:
Input impedance: 8kohms
Common mode rejection: 60 dB to 100 dB
Maximum input: +15.5 dBu
Gain: +13 dB to +64 dB
Frequency response (40 dB): +0, -0.5 dB, 10 Hz to 100 kHz
Phantom supply: +48 volts +/- 10%, 10 mA
THD + noise: <0.001% 20 Hz to 20 kHz
+10 dBu input, +10 dBu output
E.I.N., 50 Ohm source -131 dB 20 Hz to 22 kHz

enclose a note giving your name, address, phone number and a
description of the problem.

NOTE: All equipment being returned fro repair must have a
Return Authorization (RA) number. To get a RA number, please
call the Furman Service Department at [phone] ext. 40
between 8am and 5 pm US Pacific Time. Please display your RA
number prominently on the front of all packages.

Required power supply connector
for Model AIS-10E

0108 963013-2823 A