Glensound BEATRICE R16 User guide

BEATRICE R16

16 Channel Network Audio Intercom

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PRODUCT WARRANTY:

All equipment is fully tested before dispatch and carefully designed to

provide you with trouble free use for many years.

We have a policy of supporting products for as long as possible and

guarantee to be able to support your product for a minimum of 10 years.

For a period of one year after the goods have been despatched the Company

will guarantee the goods against any defect developing after proper use

providing such defects arise solely from faulty materials or workmanship and

that the Customer shall return the goods to the Company’s works or their

local dealer.

All non-wear parts are guaranteed for 2 years after despatch and any defect

developing after proper use from faulty materials or workmanship will be

repaired under this warranty providing the Customer returns the goods to

the Company's works or their local dealer.

SAFETY WARNING

This product can produce high sound levels via the headphone output.

Please take caution when operating this product as listening to excessively
high peak or sustained levels of volume may permanently damage human
hearing.

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EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY FOR:

GS-BEATRICE R16

16 Channel Dante®/ AES67 desktop intercom

This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the

manufacturer.

This equipment is manufactured by Glensound Electronics Ltd of Brooks

Place Maidstone Kent ME14 1HE is marked and conforms to the

following Union harmonisation legislation:

Low Voltage Directive: EN60065 and EN62368-1:2014

Emissions: BS EN55032:2015

Immunity: BS EN55035:2017

Signed for and on behalf of Glensound Electronics Ltd.

Gavin Davis, Managing Director
Maidstone, Kent, England

Date: 15/08/2019

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GLENSOUND BEATRICE R16

Handbook Contents

Issue 2

Description Page No.

Contents

PRODUCT WARRANTY: ........................................................................................................................ 4

OVERVIEW .......................................................................................................................................... 9

R16 FRONT PANEL LAYOUT ......................................................................................................... 10

R16 REAR PANEL LAYOUT ................................................................................................................. 13

MICROPHONE PHANTOM POWER ...................................................................................................... 15

LOUDSPEAKER DIM LEVEL ................................................................................................................. 16

SIDETONE ................................................................ ........................................................................ 17

SPEAK KEY CONFIGURATION ............................................................................................................. 18

AUDIO BLOCK DIAGRAMS (analogue representation of digital circuits) ................................................ 19

Audio Circuits TO Dante/ AES67 Network SEE ALSO FIXED MIXER .................................................... 19

Audio Circuits FROM Dante/ AES67 Network SEE ALSO FIXED MIXER ........................................... 20

FIXED MIXER .................................................................................................................................... 21

CONNECTING TO 4-WIRE EQUIPMENT ................................................................................................ 22

IFB/ AUX INPUTS ............................................................................................................................... 23

CONNECTING THE BEATRICE UNITS TO A DANTE NETWORK ................................................................ 24

Getting Dante Controller ............................................................................................................... 24

Connecting Beatrice To The Network ............................................................................................. 24

Audio Over IP Network .................................................................................................................. 24

Running Dante Controller.............................................................................................................. 25

Dante Controller TIP ...................................................................................................................... 25

Device Not Showing Up In Dante Controller ................................................................................... 26

AES67 MODE ................................ ................................................................ .................................... 27

UPDATING THE BROOKLYN MODULE ................................................................................................. 30

WIRING INFORMATION ..................................................................................................................... 31

XLR & JACK Wiring ........................................................................................................................ 31

D15 Socket Loop Input Wiring ...................................................................................................... 33

D25 Plug Loop Output Wiring ....................................................................................................... 34

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OVERVIEW

The BEATRICE range of IP intercoms was designed for broadcast, theatre and
professional audio applications.

Our Beatrice intercom system utilises the reliable and proven Dante® network audio
transmission protocol to allow real time distribution of uncompressed audio across
standard networks. As such the BEATRICE 16 channel units are also fully compatible

with other manufacturers’ equipment using the Dante® protocol. The Beatrice R16 is

also AES67 compliant.

All units in the system are designed to be very easy to use for the operator and simple
to setup for the technician. They includes all the basic functionality required for small
intercom systems and none of the overly complex installation requirements normally
associated with large systems.

The Beatrice R16 provides 16 intercom circuits on and off the AoIP network. It also has 2
analogue inputs & outputs to the network that can be routed to allow connectivity to
traditional 4-wire circuits. Four AoIP IFB circuits are provided to allow versatility of
system setup.

A front panel built in microphone and loudspeaker are provided, or alternatively, an
external microphone (Gooseneck or headset) can be connected to the front panel XLR
and headphones or external loudspeakers can also be used.

The name Beatrice was chosen for our intercom range as she was the love of Dante
Alighieri:

‘Dante had fallen in love with another, Beatrice Portinari (known as Bice),

whom he first met when he was only nine.’ Source Wikipedia.

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R16 FRONT PANEL LAYOUT

1. Headphone/
Speaker Volume

2. External
Mic Input

3. Panel
Mic

4. Speak To All

10. Mic Gain

9. Headphones

8. Loudspeaker

13. I/P Gain

11. Mic Select

12. Gain Adjust

6. Level

7. Speak To
Group

5. Present LED

15. Speak Keys

14. O/P Gain

1. Headphone / Speaker Volume

This rotary knob adjusts the volume of the internal loudspeaker and front panel
headphones.

2. External Microphone Input

This is a balanced microphone input. It can accept dynamic and condenser
microphones and phantom power (12v) can be turned on/ off via an internal
link.

3. Panel Microphone

The panel microphone is a small electret microphone fitted behind the rugged
housing and is suitable for most communications purposes.

4. Speak to All Button

Pressing this this button enables the operator to turn on and talk to all 16
outputs simultaneously.

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5. Present LED Indicators

There are 16 present indicators one for each talkback input from the audio
network. These are a LED indicator.

When an incoming audio signal is detected on the associated incoming circuit
the present LED will illuminate (threshold -20dB) to show that audio is being
received on that channel. The present LED will stay illuminated for 10 seconds
after the incoming audio stops.

6. Level LEDs

The level LEDs provide a number of functions.

A) When the unit is first turned on The 2

heartbeat signal indicating that internal processor is starting up. When it’s

started and ready the 2nd LED will stop flashing.

B) The first LED from the left flashes if no network connection is present.
C) When adjusting the input or output gain of one of the 16 channels then the

LEDs are used to indicate the position of the volume control. With just 1 LED
on indicating a very low gain and all LEDs on indicating a very high gain.
While in this mode the LEDs will be flashing to indicate that they are showing
the gain position and not actual level.

D) In all other circumstances the meter acts as a PPM to show the level being

sent to the network from the selected microphone.

7. Speak to Group

The speak to group key is used to allow the operator to speak to a selection of
outputs.

To make a group press and hold the Speak To Group key.

To alter the group press and hold the speak to group key and simultaneously

press a channel’s talk key. Each time you press the channel’s talk key the channel

will be added/ subtracted from the group.

8. Loudspeaker

A front panel mounted loudspeaker for monitoring the incoming audio circuits.
Note the loudspeaker is automatically turned off when a headphone jack is
inserted into the headphone socket.

9. Headphone Jack

This standard 6.35mm (1/4”) stereo headphone socket accepts headphones

from 30 to 1000 Ohms.

10. Mic Gain

This rotary potentiometer adjusts the gain of the selected microphone.

nd

LED from the left will flash. This is a

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11. Mic Select

This toggle switch selects which of the 2 microphones is to be used as the audio
source. If the switch is in the up position then the panel mic is used and if the
switch is in the down positon the external microphone input is used.

12. Gain Adjust

This shaft encoder can be continuously rotated left and right and it also has a
built in switch which is operated by pushing it.

It is used in conjunction with the I/P GAIN or O/P GAIN illuminated buttons to
adjust the input/ output gain of the associated channel.

To adjust a channels input or output gain, simultaneously press and hold the
input (or output) gain button and also the talkback channel whose gain you
want to alter.

The level LEDs will then flash to indicate that you are adjusting a gain. Use the
rotary gain control to set the desired audio level and then press the gain control
to apply the setting and exit the gain setup.

13. I/P Gain

Use this switch in combination with a channels’ talk key and the Gain Adjust

encoder to alter a channels input gain/ level. (see 12. Gain Adjust for more info)

14. O/P Gain

Use this switch in combination with a channels’ talk key and the Gain Adjust

encoder to alter a channels output gain/ level. (see 12. Gain Adjust for more info)

15. Speak Key

The 16 front panel speak keys allow the operator to talk to the 16 outgoing
talkback circuits. These talk keys can be set to work in different modes, see
SPEAK KEY CONFIGURATION for further information.

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R16 REAR PANEL LAYOUT

18. Network
RJ45s

17. Network
SFP Sockets

16. IEC
Mains

19. Logic
Inputs

20. External
Loudspeaker

21. Logic
Outputs

22. Local
Outputs

23. Local
Inputs

16. IEC Mains

The standard IEC mains plug accepts external AC voltages of 100 -240 VAC +/­10%. There is an internal fuse.

17. Network SFPs

There are 2 standard network data SFP sockets provided to allow redundant
network connectivity if using Dante® network audio protocol. They are both
gigabit network connections. They accept standard SFP modules. The status
LEDs flash to show when data is being correctly communicated with the
attached switch.

If you require SFP modules then please email [e-mail] for a
quotation.

Network Note (Applies to both 17 & 18)

Factory default is to have the SFP & RJ45 sockets set to work in switched mode.
It is possible using Dante® controller to set these network interfaces to work as a
redundant circuit instead of the switched mode.

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18. Network RJ45s

There are 2 standard network data RJ45 sockets provided to allow redundant
network connectivity if using Dante® network audio protocol. They are both
gigabit network connections. The status LEDs flash to show when data is being
correctly communicated with the attached switch.

Either of network sockets can be connected to a Power Over Ethernet (PoE)
source to power the subrack. This PoE source can be a mid-span source or a
network switch with PoE. If a PoE source is present on both circuits then this will
act as a redundant power supply.

19. Logic Inputs

This 15 pin ‘D’ connector socket provides connectivity to external switches or

devices for remote control of the talk keys and also provides inputs for cutting
the internal or external loudspeakers.

For further details see ‘WIRING’ at the rear of this manual.

20. External Loudspeaker

This is a standard balanced analogue audio output for connection to external
loudspeaker amplifiers. The output level is adjusted by the front panel
Loudspeaker Volume control.

21. Logic Outputs

This 25 pin ‘D’ connector plug provides outputs connected to solid state relays

that are activated when either any one of the speak keys is on (ideal for
connecting to external LS dim circuits) or individually when any call received
circuit is activated.

For further details see ‘WIRING’ at the rear of this manual.

22. Local Outputs

These two line level analogue audio outputs are fed directly from two incoming
circuits from the Dante/ AES67 network.

23. Local Inputs

These two line level analogue inputs are routed to two network audio output
circuits.

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MICROPHONE PHANTOM POWER

The factory default configuration of the R16 has the front panel microphone input set
as +12v phantom power on. It is possible to de activate or activate +12v phantom
panel by moving an internal jumper.

To turn on phantom power the lid of the unit must be removed.

Please make sure the unit is turned off before starting this procedure

To do this remove one of the sides of the unit, which is held in place by 4 screws (2 at
the front & 2 at the rear). Then slide the lid out to the open side. You can then access
the jumper shown in the 2 pictures below.

Jumper for Phantom Power OFF

Jumper for Phantom Power ON

After turning the phantom power on or off please replace the lid and re-fix the
side panel.

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LOUDSPEAKER DIM LEVEL

The R16 has a loudspeaker dim circuit that automatically dims (reduces) the volume of
the loudspeaker when any talkback key is operated.

During initial test at the factory the DIM amount will have been set to the factory
default level. However it is possible to adjust this level should this be required.

To access the LS DIM level configuration menu then first start with the Beatrice R16
turned off.

1) Hold down SPEAK TO ALL and SPEAK TO GROUP

2) While holding down the above two buttons apply power and turn the unit on

3) The two buttons can now be released and they will pulse to indicate that they
are in LS DIM programming mode

4) Press the channel 1 speak key

5) The LEVEL LEDs will now indicate the currently set DIM level

6) The DIM LEVEL can be increased or decreased using the GAIN ADJUST control

7) Turning the GAIN ADJUST control anti-clockwise will reduce the amount of DIM
that is applied when a speak key is pressed and turning it clockwise will increase
the amount of DIM that is applied.

8) To leave the dim configuration menu just press either the SPEAL TO ALL or
SPEAK TO GROUP button and the R16 will reset and the DIM level will be saved
in non-volatile memory.

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SIDETONE

Sidetone, the audio level of the operator’s own voice in the headphone output.

Some operators like sidetone as it provides confidence that their voice is being
transmitted, while other do not like it as it can be a distraction.

The sidetone level can be adjusted by the operator.

To adjust the sidetone level simultaneously press and hold the I/P Gain and O/P Gain
buttons. Once both have been pressed the Level LEDs will flash to indicate that you are
adjusting the sidetone level.

Rotate the Gain Adjust encoder for the desired level and then press the Gain Adjust
encoder to set this level and leave the Sidetone setup.

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SPEAK KEY CONFIGURATION

It is possible to set the operation of individual speak keys to behave in a way that is
suitable for your way of working.

To access the speak key configuration menu then first start with the Beatrice R16
turned off.

1) Hold down SPEAK TO GROUP

2) While holding down the above button apply power and turn the unit on

3) The button can now be released and it will pulse to indicate that you are in the
speak key programming mode

4) Press the speak key that you wish to change the configuration off (note each
speak key must be individually configured).

5) The Level LEDs will indicate the currently selected switch configuration

6) The GAIN ADJUST control alters the switch configuration

There are the three possible options for the selected button:

- The four green LEDs illuminated indicates INTELLIGENT LEVER KEY mode, where brief
presses of the SPEAK button toggle the channel but longer ones are Push To
Talk (PTT).

- The two yellow LEDs illuminated indicates PTT mode, where the channel will only ever
be active whilst the SPEAK key is pressed.

- The two red LEDs illuminated indicates LATCH mode, where the channel will toggle
state with each press of the SPEAK key.

7) Once setting your desired key operations is complete press the SPEAK TO
GROUP button. This will exit the configuration mode and all your settings will be
saved in non-volatile memory.

NOTE: The behaviour of the SPEAK TO ALL and SPEAK TO GROUP buttons follows that

selected for channel 1.

Factory default is intelligent lever key mode on all channels.

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AUDIO BLOCK DIAGRAMS (analogue representation of digital circuits)

Audio Circuits TO Dante/ AES67 Network

SEE ALSO FIXED MIXER

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DIM

PRESENCE

SPEAK TO GROUP

SET DIM LEVEL

HEADPHONES (CUT LS)

I/P GAIN

PRESENCE

I/P GAIN

(INTERNAL)

MICROPROCESSOR

SPEAK SWITCHES UNDER
MICRO CONTROL

HEADPHONES/ LS VOLUME

EXTERNAL LS (REQUIRES POWERED LS)

INTERNAL LS

1 x L OOP OUTPUTS FROM SPEAK KEYS

12 x LOOP INPUTS:
Firs t 8 x Speak Keys
Group & All Spe ak ke y s
Internal & Ex ternal LS Cuts

PRESENCE

I/P GAIN

PRESENCE

I/P GAIN

CUT LS

SPEAK TO ALL

PRESENCE

I/P GAIN

PRESENCE

I/P GAIN

PRESENCE

I/P GAIN

PRESENCE

I/P GAIN

LOCAL ANALOGUE OUTPUTS

RX 1 Dante I/P 1

RX 2 Dante I/P 2

RX 3 Dante I/P 3

RX 4 Dante I/P 4

RX 5 Dante I/P 5

RX 6 Dante I/P 6

RX 7 Dante I/P 7

RX 8 Dante I/P 8

DAC A Dante I/P 17

DAC B Dante I/P 18

EXT LS Dan te O/P 20

CUT LS

EXT LS Switch Cut Dante O/P 21

PRESENCE

I/P GAIN

PRESENCE

I/P GAIN

PRESENCE

I/P GAIN

PRESENCE

I/P GAIN

PRESENCE

I/P GAIN

PRESENCE

I/P GAIN

PRESENCE

I/P GAIN

PRESENCE

I/P GAIN

RX 9 Dante I/P 9

RX 10 Dante I/P 10

RX 11 Dante I/P 11

RX 12 Dante I/P 12

RX 13 Dante I/P 13

RX 14 Dante I/P 14

RX 15 Dante I/P 15

RX 16 Dante I/P 16

Audio Circuits FROM Dante/ AES67 Network

SEE ALSO FIXED MIXER

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FIXED MIXER

MIX OUTPUT

SUM OFF

Dante Output

Channel No:

Default Name in Dante Controller:

Dante Receiver Channel
Nos:

22

“Sum of 23 to 32”

23 to 32

23

“Sum of 23 to 27”

23 to 27

24

“Sum of 28 to 32”

28 to 32

25

“Sum of 23 to 25”

23 to 25

26

“Sum of 26 to 29”

26 to 29

27

“Sum of 30 to 32”

30 to 32

28

“Sum of 23 & 24”

23 and 24

29

“Sum of 25 & 26”

25 and 26

30

“Sum of 27 & 28”

27 and 28

31

“Sum of 29 & 30”

29 and 30

32

“Sum of 31 & 32”

31 and 32

The Beatrice R16 includes multiple fixed ratio mixers with inputs & outputs directly on/
off the Dante/ AES67 network.

In a small simple intercom system there may be requirements for one user to listen to
multiple sources on one single talkback channel. The internal fixed mixer within the
Beatrice R16 is suitable for setting this up.

Groups are another possible requirement in small intercom systems whereby 2 or 3
operators (such as cameramen) are normally all on one single talkback circuit. The
internal fixed mixer also helps with setting these circuits up.

The below table shows how these fixed ratio mixers are configured internally in the
DSP. To use one or more of the internal mixers just route the audio to/ from the mixer
channels in Dante® controller.

Note that the default name in Dante® Controller of the receivers are ‘Mix In X’ (whereby
X is the channel number)

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CONNECTING TO 4-WIRE EQUIPMENT

The Beatrice R16 can be interfaced to a maximum of two traditional 4-wire systems.

To do this it is necessary to utilise the local audio inputs & local audio output circuits on
the R16 and route these to/ from one of the talkback channels via the audio over IP
network.

Example to make Talkback Channel 8 operate as a 4 wire circuit.

A) In Dante

receiver no 8 (the audio input to channel 8)

B) In Dante

receiver no 17 (local output 1)

®

controller route local input 1 (Dante® transmitter no 17) to Dante®

®

controller route Talkback 8 output (Dante® transmitter no 8) to Dante®

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IFB/ AUX INPUTS

There are four IFB (Interruptible Feed Back)/ AUX circuits within the Beatrice R16.

These are incoming audio circuits from the Dante®/ AES67 network that are mixed in
with the outgoing talkback circuits.

The IFB/AUX circuit is always routed/ mixed with the outgoing talkback, if the
associated talkback key is on, then the IFB/ AUX audio level is ducked, to allow the
talkback to be clearly heard over it.

Each of the four IFB/AUX circuits are associated with four talkback outputs, these can
be seen on the audio block diagram on page 17.

It is possible to adjust the level of the ducking of the IFB/ AUX circuit for each of the 16
output channels.

To access the duck level configuration menu then first start with the Beatrice R16
turned off.

1) Hold down I/P GAIN switch

2) While holding down the above button apply power and turn the unit on

3) The I/P GAIN button can now be released and it will pulse to indicate that it is in
the ducking programming mode

4) Press the speak key of the channel whose IFB/AUX duck level you want to adjust.

5) The LEVEL LEDs will now indicate the currently set duck level

6) The duck level can be increased or decreased using the GAIN ADJUST control.

7) Turning the GAIN ADJUST control anti-clockwise will reduce the amount of duck
that is applied when a speak key is pressed and turning it clockwise will increase
the amount of duck that is applied.

8) The range of duck available is -63dB to 0dB

9) Repeat from step 4 to alter any other speak key’s duck level.

10) To leave the duck configuration menu just press the I/P GAIN button and the
R16 will reset and the Duck level will be saved in non-volatile memory.

Factory default duck level setting is -20dB.

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CONNECTING THE BEATRICE UNITS TO A DANTE NETWORK

The Beatrices are network audio devices utilizing the reliable and versatile Dante audio
over IP protocol. Dante is a proprietary system (although very widely used) the
originators of which are Audinate.

The information below is only meant as a very basic guide. Full details of the power of
Dante network audio and instructions for using it can be found at www.audinate.com

Getting Dante Controller

If you are connecting the Beatrice to a new Dante network the first thing you will need
to do is to get the free Dante controller software from Audinate.

This can be downloaded by visiting Audinate’s web site at www.audinate.com

Connecting Beatrice To The Network

Beatrices can be connected to the network that you are going to use for your audio
distribution simply by plugging in either, and, or any of the network connections on
the rear. Once connected to the network it will be possible to see the Beatrice from
within the Dante controller and route its’ audio circuits.

Audio Over IP Network

We strongly recommend that you consider your network topology carefully and would
not recommend sharing broadcast audio and general data on the same network.

For more details of audio over IP network structure please visit www.audinate.com

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Running Dante Controller

At the time of writing this manual the Dante Controller looks as per the screenshot
below:

The Beatrice will have been named at the factory during test to allow them to be
identified by the Dante controller.

The format used for the factory name is:

‘BeatriceR8-snXXX’

Where ‘BeatriceR8’ refers to the Glensound product i.e. BeatriceR8.

The ‘–snXXX’ refers to the serial number of the BeatriceD8 which can be found printed

on the rear or side of the unit.

Note if you upload a new DNT file or clear the devices config then the name will change
to BeatriceD8-xxXxXx whereby the ‘X’s refer to the devices MAC address.

Dante Controller TIP

If you have never run Dante controller before then make sure that on the bottom left of

the Dante controllers’ screen ‘P’ or ‘S’ is next to a green square as this indicates that it is

connected to a network. By clicking ‘P’ or ‘S’ a pop up box opens to allow you to set
what network interface the controller is using.

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Device Not Showing Up In Dante Controller

If your Dante® device does not show up in Dante® Controller then the most likely issue
is that the device’s IP Address is not appropriate for your network.

A) It maybe that the device is set to obtain an IP address automatically using DHCP

(this is the default configuration) and your network is setup for fixed IP
addresses only and does not have a DHCP server.

B) It maybe that the device has had a fixed IP address assigned but that this

address is not suitable for your network.

The solution to both scenarios is basically the same.

1) You must connect your Dante® device directly to the Ethernet port of your

computer using an Ethernet cable.

2) Make sure that your computer is set to ‘Obtain an IP address automatically’

3) After a few minutes the Dante® device should now appear in Dante® Controller.

4) Double click the device name to open up device view.

5) Open up the ‘Network Config’ tab

6) Either turn on ‘Obtain an IP Address Automatically’ or correctly configure the

‘Manually configure an IP Address’ options for your network.

7) Click on ‘Apply’ to confirm the new settings, then disconnect the computer and

reconnect the Dante® device to your network.

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AES67 MODE

The Beatrice uses a module from Audinate called a Brooklyn Module for its network
audio interface. Audinate are the company behind Dante® and as such the module’s
primary network audio protocol is Dante, however Audinate have enabled their
module to comply with AES67 and therefore the Beatrice can be set to AES67 mode for
interaction with other AES67 devices.

Please note however that Glensound are relying on Audinate’s AES67 interface and are

unfortunately not able to provide full AES67 support for the unit. AES67 support should
be sought directly from Audinate.

1. Turning On AES67 Mode

If you want to use your Beatrice on an AES67 network and it has not been set to AES67
mode then this can be set in Dante controller by double clicking the Paradiso to open
the Device View window where you will find an AES67 tab to enable AES67 support.

Once the AES67 drop down box has been enabled you’ll have to reboot the Beatrice for
the change to take effect. After the reboot go back to the AES67 tab and set the
multicast prefix address to one that is suitable for your newtork.

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2. Sending AES67 Audio

To transmit AES67 audio to the network a multicast flow must first be setup.

This is done by selecting the ‘Create New Multicast Flow’ Icon in the Device View.

Tick the AES67 Flow check box, then select up to 8 channels to be included in the flow
then click ‘Create’

Once set the flows can be seen in the transmit tab of the device view.

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3. Receiving AES67 Audio

Once a compatible AES67 stream is detected on the network by Dante Controller the
AES67 flows will appear in the Dante Transmitters section in the Routing tab.

4. AES67 Restrictions

AES67 flows can only be generated with the following constraints:

 Multicast Only
 Non-redundant
 Destination address in range 239.nnn.0.0 to 239.nnn.255.255 (239.nnn/16), port

5004

 48kHz sampling rate
 24 bit linear (L24) encoding
 1 msec packet time
 Up to 8 channels per stream

Received AES67 flows have the following constraints:

 Multicast Only
 Non-redundant
 Destination address in range 239.nnn.0.0 to 239.nnn.255.255 (239.nnn/16), port

5004. Must match destinatio address range.

 48kHz sampling rate
 L16 or L24 encoding
 125usec, 250usec, 333usec, 1 msec packet time
 Up to 8 channels per stream

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UPDATING THE BROOKLYN MODULE

The Brooklyn module is a device supplied by Audinate that does most of the
processing for the actual Dante/ AES67 network audio streams. There is one Brooklyn
module in each Beatrice R8. We supply special code (a .dnt file) that sets up/ initiates
the Brooklyn module and makes it work in particular way and we also run extra code on
its internal microprocessor to make it work correctly with the Beatrice D8.

1. Finding Out Current Installed Version

Open Dante Controller.
Open Device Info tab.

Double Click in the device that you are working with….a new window will open called
‘Device View (name of device’

Open the status tab.
The Firmware Version (of the Brooklyn module) will be found under the ‘Device
Information’ heading.

2. Finding Out What The Latest Available Version Is

Go the Beatrice R16’s web page at http://www.glensound.co.uk/product­details/beatrice-r16/ and open the ‘Firmware Latest Version’ Tab.
This will give both the latest version numbers/ file names and also the location to
download the file from.

3. Updating the Brooklyn Module

The firmware that runs on the Brooklyn module is updated using Audinate’s Firmware

updating tool. The updating tool and a user guide can be downloaded from Audinate’s
website:

https://www.audinate.com/products/firmware-update-manager

Please note we strongly advise that when you do the update that only your PC and the
Beatrice R16 that you want to update are on the network to save accidently updating
the wrong Dante device.

NOTE

Once updated the devices name will change to BeatriceD8-xxXxXx whereby the ‘X’s
refer to the MAC address. We recommend changing the name to something more
convienient.

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WIRING INFORMATION

12

3

XLR SOCKET (FEMALE)

TIP

RING

SLEEVE

STANDARD XLR AUDIO PINOUTS:

1: Ground/ Earth

2: INPHASE/ POSITIVE/ MIC +

3: MATE/ NEGATIVE/ MIC -

STANDARD HEADPHONE WIRING:

TIP: A/ LEFT Ear

RING: B/ RIGHT Ear

SLEEVE: Common/ Earth

XLR & JACK Wiring

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5 & 4 Pin Headset Wiring Options

5 PIN XLR AUDIO PINOUTS:

1: MATE/ NEGATIVE/ MIC -

2: INPHASE/ POSITIVE/ MIC +

3: GROUND/ EARTH

4: HEADPHONE LEFT

5: HEADPHONE RIGHT

4 PIN XLR AUDIO PINOUTS:

1: MIC GND/ MIC –

2: INPHASE/ POSITIVE/ MIC +

3: HEADPHONE GND

4: POSITIVE/ HEADPHONE +

1

2 3 4

5

1 2 3

4

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D15 Socket Loop Input Wiring

PIN Number

Function

1

Speak 1 Button

2

Speak 2 Button

3

Speak 3 Button

4

Speak 4 Button

5

Speak 5 Button

6

Speak 6 Button

7

Speak 7 Button

8

Speak 8 Button

9

Speak to Group

10

Speak to All

11

Cut Internal LS / HP Out

12

Cut EXT SPKR Out

13 - 14

Not connected

15

Ground/ Earth

The 12 active loop input pins work in Parallel with the front panel switches.

To operate an external loop just connect the input that you want to
operate to the Ground/ Earth.

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D25 Plug Loop Output Wiring

PIN Numbers

Function

1 & 14

Not Used

2 & 15

Not Used

3 & 16

Not Used

4 & 17

Not Used

5 & 18

Not Used

6 & 19

Not Used

7 & 20

Not Used

8 & 21

Not Used

12 & 25

Speak Key On

13

Ground/ Earth

9, 10, 11, 22, 23 & 24

Not Connected

Loop outputs are connected internally to solid state relays which are wired
normally open. Therefore the PIN Numbers in the above table refer to
either side of the switched relay output that will become joined together if
the associated output is active.

The maximum voltage handling for each relay is 400V.

The maximum current handling for each relay is 100mA.

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