JBL Intonato 24 User Manual

INTONATO | 24

Monitor Management Tuning System

Operation Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction ��1

Features ��3

Front Panel Overview ��4

Rear Panel Overview ��6

Installing the Intonato 24 ��9

Rack Installation ��9

Making Audio Connections ��9

Applying Power ��9

Installing the JBL Intonato Control App ��10

Device Requirements ��10

Downloading and Installing the App ��10

Connecting to the Network ��11

Connecting to a Wired Network Switch or Router ��11

Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network Router ��12

Using the Intonato 24 Control App ��13

Discovering Devices on the Network ��13

Selecting the Speaker Layout Type ��14

About Speaker Layouts, Proﬁles, and Scenes ��15

About the Aux Outputs ��16

Conﬁguring Inputs ��17

Conﬁguring Outputs ��19

Conﬁguring Utility Settings ��21

Conﬁguring BLU link Outputs ��23

Calibrating the System ��24

User EQ Reﬁnement Recommendations ��25

Balancing Subwoofers – Bass Management and LFE Levels �26

The System Calibration Screen ��28

Adjusting User EQ ��32

Using Proﬁles ��34

Creating Scenes ��36

Setting the Security Password and Updating Firmware ��38

The Desktop Controller Screens ��39

User Control – Master Controls ��40

User Control – Recalling Scenes ��43

Conﬁguring the Clock Source ��76

Clocking via the Internal Clock ��77

Clocking via AES ��78

Clocking via Word Clock ��79

Using BLU link ��80

BLU link Speciﬁcations ��80

Making BLU link Connections ��80

BLU link Mastership ��81

BLU link Fault Tolerance ��81

BLU link Port LED Indicators ��82

Conﬁguring Crown DCi Network Series Ampliﬁers ��83

Speaker Tunings ��87

The Intonato DC Desktop Controller ��88

Networking ��89

Networking Overview ��89

Network Security ��90

Network Troubleshooting ��90

®

Using HiQnet

Conﬁguring the Network Using NetSetter ��92

NetSetter™ ��92

Signal Path Block Diagram ��93

Dimensions ��94

Speciﬁcations ��95

Appendix ��97

Replacing the Fuse ��97

D-Sub Connector Pinouts ��98

Attribution Notices ��99

Warranty and Service ��100

Contact Information ��101

Application Examples ��44

2�1 Bi-Ampliﬁed Application ��44

5�1 Full-Range Application ��52

7�2 Bi-Ampliﬁed Application ��60

Dolby Atmos Application ��68

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the JBL® Intonato 24 Monitor Management Tuning System. The Intonato 24 is a powerful, sophisticated speaker management processor and monitor controller for audio recording, post production, and broadcast facilities. With support for mono to immersive surround formats, the Intonato 24 provides the centerpiece for a scalable audio production monitoring system.

Supported Formats

The Intonato 24 can be conﬁgured for mono, stereo, 5.1, 7.1, and greater surround systems, including burgeoning immersive audio production formats such as Dolby DTS:X™, and others that use overhead or height surround speakers. Up to 4 subwoofers are supported, with LFE capabilities, assignable bass management for each satellite speaker, and global bass management on/off control. Fully customizable downmixing with adjustable downmixing levels is also supported, allowing various downmix formats to be recalled using scenes.

Inputs

The Intonato 24 can accept up to 24 simultaneous source inputs from various combinations of the 24 line-level analog, 24 digital AES, and 24 BLU link input channels. AES Input C has selectable sample rate conversion (SRC), which can be enabled when connecting digital devices synchronized from different clocks (such as their own).

®

Atmos®, Barco® Auro,

Outputs

Up to 24 line-level analog outputs are available for connecting to the ampliﬁers. Or, up to 24 BLU link output channels can be routed to BLU link-equipped ampliﬁers, such as the Crown Audio models. Two independently adjustable delays are also provided to synchronize the monitor system and talent headphone mix to video displays and restore “lip synchronization”.

®

DCi N

Mic Input and Stereo Aux Output

The Intonato 24’s XLR mic input can be used for both calibrating the system and for talkback communication during recording sessions. The stereo aux output (channels 23 and 24 when conﬁgured) carries the talkback signal and supports channel downmixing, making it perfect for recording voiceover or automatic dialog replacement (ADR) for surround-formatted projects.

Conguration and Control

The Intonato 24 can be conﬁgured and controlled from a compatible Windows®, Mac®, iOS®, or Android connecting to a DHCP-enabled network via a wired computer connection or a Wi-Fi router and WiFi-equipped device. User control is also available using the dedicated Intonato DC desktop controller (sold separately).

The Intonato 24 offers six different speaker layout conﬁguration types and works on the principle of creating a proﬁle for a given type of session, then creating and storing scenes to the proﬁle for later recall by the studio engineer.

™

device using the free JBL Intonato control app. Network control can be established by

A proﬁle contains all the conﬁguration settings for a given type of session. Up to 30 proﬁles can be stored. Scenes contain the various states the studio engineer will need to recall during a session (source/speaker monitor selection, fold-down mixes, etc.). Up to 30 scenes can be stored to each proﬁle.

Within scenes, audio inputs can be routed or mixed to outputs with their levels adjusted as necessary. This provides a great deal of audio routing ﬂexibility to suit the application.

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Page 1

Introduction

For the studio engineer, the Intonato 24 provides master mute, dim, and monitor volume control, as well as individual speaker mute/solo control, and monitor SPL indication.

Integrated Auto-Calibration System

The Intonato 24 includes a sophisticated auto-calibration system that leverages JBL’s decades of experience integrating speaker systems into real-world production environments. Based on JBL’s proprietary software used to measure acoustics during product development, the Intonato 24 incorporates a powerful hardware-based DSP solution designed to produce a “tuned” monitoring environment that delivers greater accuracy in a broad range of environments.

Using the supplied calibration microphone, the Intonato 24 analyzes the system performance in the monitoring environment and automatically matches the level, “time-of-arrival” delay, and frequency response of all speakers. Furthermore, an inﬁnite number of mic position measurements can be taken to provide an averaged room frequency response, for very complex yet fast and accurate room EQ calibration.

Differing distances in speaker placement can prevent correlated signals from summing properly at the mix position. The Intonato 24’s auto-calibration system ensures the output and “time of arrival” of all speakers is carefully matched. The auto-calibration system measures the level and time of arrival of each speaker, and applies the precise amount of attenuation and delay to all speakers to match that of the most distant speaker.

In the low frequencies, the room is in control. Place a speaker in different places in the room and you will hear differences in low-frequency response. Although a speaker may deliver neutral frequency response on-axis in an anechoic environment, when measured at the mix position the response is altered by the interaction of the loudspeaker and the production environment.

“Room modes” or “standing waves” (low-frequency resonance caused by the geometry and construction of the room) can augment and attenuate low-frequency response, creating a false impression of bass at the listening position. This issue can result in mixes that are bass-light or bassheavy when auditioned on systems outside the control room.

During the auto-calibration process, the Intonato 24 measures the low-frequency response delivered by each speaker and applies settings to tackle effects of low-frequency resonance. Additionally the system identiﬁes and neutralizes response anomalies caused by the speaker’s proximity to the room’s walls or work surface. The system is designed to identify low-frequency resonance and boundary issues below 500Hz and adjust the “Room EQ” to provide ﬂat low-frequency response from all speakers. In our experience, the desired low-frequency curve varies according to room size and material.

Once system calibration is complete, the Intonato 24’s “User EQ” allows the system’s frequency response to be tailored according to preference—for example, to compensate for perforated-screen transmission loss, or to create the X Curve or another custom frequency-response contour.

Page 2

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Features

• Support for 44.1, 48, 88.2, and 96 kHz sample rates

• Up to 24 simultaneous inputs from the available 24 analog, 24 AES, and 24 BLU link input channels

• Up to 24 analog and BLU link output channels

• Sample rate conversion for asynchronous connection of up to 8 AES input signals

• Support for mono, stereo, 5.1, 7.1, and greater surround formats, including burgeoning immersive audio production formats such as Dolby Atmos, Barco Auro, DTS:X, and more

• Mixing matrix with channel-independent level control for ﬂexible routing, mixing, and downmixing of any combination of AES, Analog, and BLU link inputs to outputs

• Bi-amped speaker support

• LFE support with adjustable LFE low-pass ﬁlter frequency

• Bass Management for up to 4 subwoofers, with global bass management on/off control

• Adjustable bass management crossover frequency

• Included measurement microphone and auto-calibration feature for automated system calibration of output trims, delays, and 12-band room EQ, with support for an inﬁnite number of mic positions to provide an averaged room EQ response

• Built-in signal generator with pink noise, white noise, and sine wave tone options

• Manually adjustable 8-band parametric EQ and polarity on every output channel

• Independently adjustable delays for synchronizing speaker and headphone monitoring systems to video displays

• Stereo aux output with downmixing support, talkback, 3-band EQ, and level control—perfect for providing a headphone mix to talent for voiceover/ADR recording sessions or feeding remote stereo speakers

• Store up to 30 proﬁles

• Store up to 30 scenes in each proﬁle for recall of source/monitor selection and fold-down monitoring

• End-user control of solo and mute for each speaker output

• End-user control of master level, mute, and dim, with dim level adjustment

• Monitor level calibration with SPL readout for reliable level referencing

• Password protection to prevent unauthorized tampering

• Built-in speaker tunings for the JBL M2 speakers, 7 Series speakers, and various JBL subwoofers

• Unit conﬁguration and control using the free JBL Intonato control app, available for compatible Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS devices

• Optional dedicated Intonato DC desktop controller available

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Page 3

Front Panel Overview

1 2 4

3

Front Panel Overview

1. Input Source LEDs

These LEDs indicate input signal status of the 24 conﬁgured inputs post the A/D converters (if analog) and before the DSP. Signal status is indicated as follows:

•

LED Off – The input channel is not conﬁgured for use in the current scene.

• LED Dim Green – The input channel is conﬁgured for use in the current scene, but no signal

is detected.

5

•

LED Bright Green – The input channel detects signal level.

• LED Red – The input channel is clipping.

2. Status LEDs

These LEDs indicate status as follows:

Power – Lights to indicate the unit is powered on.

•

• Master – Lights when the Intonato 24 is providing the master clock for the BLU link bus.

• SRC – Lights to indicate sample rate conversion is enabled on AES Input C.

• Network – Lights to indicate a connection has been established with the network.

3. Clock Source LEDs

These LEDs indicate the source providing master clock to the Intonato 24:

Internal – Lights to indicate the Intonato 24 is clocked from the internal oscillator.

•

• BLU link – Lights to indicate the Intonato 24 is clocked from another device on the BLU link

bus.

•

AES – Lights to indicate the Intonato 24 is clocked from the AES signal connected to AES

Input A1.

•

Word Clock – Lights to indicate the Intonato 24 is clocked from the Word Clock (BNC) input.

Page 4

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Front Panel Overview

4. Output LEDs

These 24 output LEDs indicate output signal status post the DSP. Signal status is indicated as follows:

•

LED Off – The output channel is not conﬁgured for use in the current scene.

• LED Dim Green – The output channel is conﬁgured for use in the current scene, but no

signal is detected.

•

LED Bright Green – The output channel detects signal level.

• LED Red – The output channel is clipping.

5. Cooling Vents

These vents provide air circulation through the processor. A low-noise fan is used to circulate air through the Intonato 24 and keep it running at an optimal temperature. The fan is bafﬂed to appropriately direct airﬂow and minimize fan noise. When installing the Intonato 24, ensure that all airﬂow vents remain unblocked.

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Page 5

Rear Panel Overview

1 2 3 4

IP: 169.254.30.21 Events:

HQ: 2:6:801B SYSTEM BOOT

6 8

1. Power Switch

97 10 115

12 13

This rocker-type power switch is used to turn the Intonato 24’s power on or off.

2. Microphone Input Connector

This balanced female XLR input serves two purposes: connect the included measurement microphone to initially calibrate the speaker system to the monitoring environment; connect a talkback mic to communicate with talent via the stereo aux output during recording sessions.

WARNING: This input supplies a constant 48V phantom power supply. To prevent microphone

damage when connecting a dynamic microphone, ensure that a balanced cable connection is used.

3. Reset Button

This button is used to perform a factory reset on the unit. The factory reset restores all parameters to the factory default settings. To perform a factory reset, press and hold the

Reset button while

powering on the Intonato 24. The button must be held until the LCD indicates “Factory Reset”. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the factory reset procedure.

WARNING: Performing the factory reset will erase all user-deﬁned settings and presets and is

irreversible.

4. Analog Input and Output Connectors

25-pin female D-Sub connectors are used for the analog inputs and outputs. These connectors adhere to the industry-standard TASCAM

Pinouts” on page 98

Analog Inputs – Connect the input D-Sub connectors to the analog outputs of the source

•

for more information on the pinouts of these connectors.

®

balanced audio pinouts. See “D-Sub Connector

devices (e.g., mixer, DAW audio interface, D/A converters, reference playback devices, etc.). Each input connector accepts eight channels of analog audio. These are electronically balanced inputs with a maximum input level of up to +28 dBu.

NOTE: Analog input sensitivity is selectable per D-Sub connector. See “Analog Input

Sensitivity (A, B, and C)” on page 21

for more information.

Page 6

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Rear Panel Overview

Each analog D-Sub input connector has an accompanying Ground Lift button. If hum occurs at an input, and is due to a ground loop between the Intonato 24 and the connected source device, engaging the associated Ground Lift button will break the ground loop.

•

Analog Outputs – Connect the output D-Sub connectors to the analog inputs of the ampliﬁers

or powered speakers, as well as to the headphone ampliﬁer for talent talkback, if applicable. Each output D-Sub connector carries eight channels of analog audio. These are electronically balanced outputs with a maximum output level of +24 dBu.

5. Power Input Connector

Connect the power cable to this standard IEC connector to supply power to the unit. This connector has a built-in fuse to limit exposure to any possible over-current conditions. See

“Replacing the Fuse” on page 97 for information on replacing the fuse.

6. LCD

This liquid crystal display (LCD) indicates the Intonato 24’s current IP address and displays processor status (e.g., network activity, sample rate, fault conditions, error messages, etc.). It also displays prompts when performing the factory reset function.

7. System Button/LED

This button is used during the factory reset procedure.

8. AES Inputs

Connect these 25-pin female D-Sub connectors to the AES digital outputs of source devices (e.g., DAW audio interface, reference playback devices, etc.). Each input connector accepts eight channels of digital audio. The pinout of these connectors are based on the industry-standard TASCAM balanced audio pinouts. See

“D-Sub Connector Pinouts” on page 98 for more

information on the pinouts of these connectors.

NOTE: When connecting digital signals to these connectors, the clock is derived from AES Input

A1. Optional sample rate conversion can be enabled on the AES Input C connector, allowing connection of up to eight asynchronous digital sources (digital sources which are slaved to a different clock than that connected to AES Input A1).

9. USB Port

This port provides potential update capabilities.

10. Ethernet (HiQnet®) Port

Connect this Ethernet port to a DHCP-enabled network to conﬁgure, control, and update the Intonato 24 via the JBL Intonato control app. End-user control is available via the app or using the dedicated Intonato DC desktop controller (sold separately).

11. BLU link Input/Output Ports

Connect these RJ45 ports to other BLU link-equipped devices to transmit and receive up to 24 channels of high-resolution digital audio via Ethernet cabling. See

“Using BLU link” on page 80

for more information on using BLU link.

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Page 7

Rear Panel Overview

12. Word Clock Input

In cases where an external master (or “house”) clock is used for reference, connect the word clock output of the master clock device to this BNC connector. See

page 76

13. Cooling Vents

These vents provide air circulation through the processor. A low-noise fan is used to circulate air through the Intonato 24 and keep it running at an optimal temperature. The fan is bafﬂed to appropriately direct airﬂow and minimize fan noise. When installing the Intonato 24, ensure that all airﬂow vents remain unblocked.

for information on using word clock.

“Conﬁguring the Clock Source” on

Page 8

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Installing the Intonato 24

IMPORTANT: Read the important safety instructions included in the box before installing and

operating this product.

Rack Installation

THE INTONATO 24 IS FOR RACK MOUNT USE ONLY. Install the Intonato 24 in a 19” rack with the provided rack screws and washers. When installed in a rack, ensure that all airﬂow vents remain unblocked. The Intonato 24 should not be mounted directly above or below anything that generates excessive heat. Ambient temperatures should not exceed 104° F (40° C) when equipment is in use. Although the unit is shielded against radio frequency and electromagnetic interference, extremely high ﬁelds of RF and EMI should be avoided where possible. The Intonato 24 is cooled via an internal lownoise fan optimized for quiet operation.

Making Audio Connections

1. Ensure the power is turned off on all interconnecting equipment and the Intonato 24 before

making audio connections.

2. Connect the outputs of the source devices to the inputs of the Intonato 24. If connecting via

AES digital connections, use 110 ohm cable optimized for AES transmission. For all analog connections, use the highest quality cables available with the shortest possible cable runs. If connecting via BLU link, Cat5e or higher cables should be used.

TIP: The Intonato 24 offers selectable analog input sensitivity options, which allow the analog

input gain stages to be optimized for the connected source devices. These analog input sensitivity settings can be conﬁgured from the Utility screen in the control app. See

Input Sensitivity (A, B, and C)” on page 21

3. Connect the Intonato 24’s outputs to the designated ampliﬁer, powered speaker, or headphone

ampliﬁer inputs. Analog and/or BLU link outputs can be used, depending on the application.

4. If the system will be calibrated using the built-in auto-calibration feature, connect the included

measurement microphone to the XLR mic input using a balanced microphone cable of suitable length and place it in a microphone stand.

for more information.

“Analog

Applying Power

1. Ensure your sources are powered on and turned down.

2. Connect a power cable to the AC power inlet on the Intonato 24’s back panel, then connect the

other end to an available AC power outlet.

3. Switch the back-panel power switch to the on position.

4. Apply power to the power ampliﬁers or powered speakers.

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Page 9

Installing the JBL Intonato Control App

The free JBL Intonato control app is used to program and control the Intonato 24. It is available for compatible Android, iOS, Mac, and Windows devices.

Device Requirements

Visit http://www.jblpro.com/intonato24 for the latest information on device requirements for the JBL Intonato control app.

Downloading and Installing the App

Download and install the JBL Intonato control app from the iTunes Store®, Google Play™, or from

http://www.jblpro.com/intonato24.

Page 10

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Connecting to the Network

IP: 169.254.30.21 Events:

HQ: 2:6:801B SYSTEM BOOT

WAN LAN

1 2 3 4

Ethernet Router w/DHCP

Intonato 24

Mac® or Windows®

Computer

Mac

®

Computer With Wi-Fi

IP: 169.254.30.21 Events:

HQ: 2:6:801B SYSTEM BOOT

or

Intonato 24

Wi-Fi Router w/DHCP

WAN LAN

1 2 3 4

Mac® or Windows®

Computer With Wi-Fi

Compatible Android

™

or iOS® Device

Connecting to a Wired Network Switch or Router

Connecting to the Network

NOTE: The Intonato 24 must be

connected to a DHCP-enabled network for initial conﬁguration and control.

1. If using a switch, connect one of the

LAN ports from a DHCP-enabled router to one of the ports on the switch, or connect it to another switch on the network.

2. Connect a Cat5, Cat5e, or Cat6 Ethernet

cable to the Ethernet port on the Intonato 24.

3. Connect the other end of the Ethernet

cable to one of the LAN ports on the switch or router.

4. Connect your computer’s Ethernet port

to one of the other LAN ports on the switch or router using a Cat5, Cat5e, or Cat6 cable.

5. Apply power to the Intonato 24 and wait

for the processor to initialize. Give the unit time to negotiate with the network so it can be assigned an IP address. This can take a few minutes. Look at the LCD screen on the back of the unit to ensure the Intonato 24 has been assigned an IP address.

Wired Network Switch Connection

Intonato 24

IP: 169.254.30.21 Events:

HQ: 2:6:801B SYSTEM BOOT

Ethernet Switch

®

Mac

or Windows®

Computer

Ethernet Router w/DHCP

1 2 3 4

WAN LAN

Wired Network Router Connection

Intonato 24

IP: 169.254.30.21

Events:

HQ: 2:6:801B SYSTEM BOOT

Ethernet Router w/DHCP

1 2 3 4

WAN LAN

NOTE: For more information on

networking, including troubleshooting tips, see

“Networking” on page 89.

TIP: Once connection to the network has been established using a DHCP server, the HiQnet

Mac® or Windows®

Computer

®

NetSetter™ application can be used to assign the Intonato 24 a static IP address if required for the application. See

NOTE: The Intonato 24 can establish a network connection with the Intonato DC desktop controller

“Using HiQnet® NetSetter™” on page 92 for more information.

and control app simultaneously.

WARNING: Only connect to networks that remain inside the building.

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Page 11

Connecting to the Network

Intonato 24

Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network Router

NOTE: The Intonato 24 must be

connected to a DHCP-enabled network for initial conﬁguration and control.

Wi-Fi Network Router Connection

1. Connect a Cat5, Cat5e, or Cat6 Ethernet

IP: 169.254.30.21 Events:

HQ: 2:6:801B SYSTEM BOOT

cable to the Ethernet port on the Intonato

24.

2. Connect the other end of the Ethernet

cable to one of the LAN ports on the WiFi router.

3. Connect to the Wi-Fi network using your

Wi-Fi-equipped computer or device.

4. Apply power to the Intonato 24 and wait

for the processor to initialize. Give the unit

Mac® or Windows®

Computer With Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi Router w/DHCP

or

Compatible Android

or iOS® Device

1 2 3 4

WAN LAN

™

time to negotiate with the network so it can be assigned an IP address. This can take a few minutes. Look at the LCD screen on the back of the unit to ensure the Intonato 24 has been assigned an IP address.

NOTE: For more information on networking, including troubleshooting tips, see “Networking” on page 89

.

TIP: Once connection to the network has been established using a DHCP server, the HiQnet

NetSetter application can be used to assign the Intonato 24 a static IP address if required for the application. See

“Using HiQnet® NetSetter™” on page 92 for more information.

NOTE: The Intonato 24 can establish a network connection with the Intonato DC desktop controller

and control app simultaneously.

WARNING: Only connect to networks that remain inside the building.

Page 12

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Using the Intonato 24 Control App

The Intonato 24 is conﬁgured using the JBL Intonato control app. For information on downloading and installing the JBL Intonato control app, see The following sections describe, in order, how to conﬁgure and use the Intonato 24 processor.

Discovering Devices on the Network

The Device Discovery screen is the ﬁrst screen that appears once the JBL Intonato control app has initialized. The app will search the network for connected Intonato 24 devices and list them on this screen. You can always come back to this screen by selecting Menu.

“Installing the JBL Intonato Control App” on page 10.

Device Discovery in the Main User

Refresh Button

Press this button to refresh the list of devices detected on the network.

Device List

This list displays all Intonato 24 devices detected on the network, as well as their currently conﬁgured IP address and ﬁrmware version. Press the

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Connect button to connect to a device.

Page 13

Using the Intonato 24 Control App

Selecting the Speaker Layout Type

The ﬁrst step in conﬁguring the Intonato 24 is to select the speaker layout that suits the application:

1. When connecting to the Intonato 24 for the ﬁrst time, the control app will automatically navigate to

the Speaker Layout screen. If a speaker layout was previously selected and needs to be changed, select

2. Select the speaker layout that suits the application.

3. Press the Apply Changes button.

Speaker Layout from the Main User Menu.

There are six speaker layout types to choose from:

1. 20 full-range speakers, 4 subwoofers

2. 20 full-range speakers, 2 subwoofers, and 2-channel aux output with talkback

3. 3 bi-ampliﬁed speakers, 14 full-range speakers, 4 subwoofers

4. 3 bi-ampliﬁed speakers, 14 full-range speakers, 2 subwoofers, and 2-channel aux output with

talkback

5. 10 bi-ampliﬁed speakers, 4 subwoofers

6. 10 bi-ampliﬁed speakers, 2 subwoofers, and 2-channel aux output with talkback

TIP: See “Application Examples” on page 44 to see example applications using some of the

speaker layouts listed above.

Page 14

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Using the Intonato 24 Control App

About Speaker Layouts, Proles, and Scenes

Proﬁles and scenes are stored to the speaker layout type selected during conﬁguration. Up to 30 proﬁles can be stored to each of the six speaker layout types, and up to 30 scenes can be stored to each of the 30 proﬁles (see illustration below). Although it is not typical to change the speaker layout type once conﬁgured, unless the speaker system is being upgraded, this does provide a means to retain proﬁle and scene settings if the speaker layout type is changed.

NOTE: Proﬁles and scenes cannot be transferred between speaker layout types.

Speaker Layout

1

30 Proﬁles

30 Scenes Per Proﬁle

Speaker Layout

2

Speaker Layout

3

Speaker Layout

4

Speaker Layout

5

Speaker Layout

30 Proﬁles 30 Proﬁles 30 Proﬁles 30 Proﬁles 30 Proﬁles

30 Scenes

Per Proﬁle

30 Scenes Per Proﬁle

6

The table below shows the settings stored to the speaker layout, proﬁles, and scenes, and which settings are persistent (their state/value doesn’t change as proﬁles and scenes are recalled, but will be defaulted if another speaker layout type is loaded or the unit is power cycled).

Speaker Layout Proﬁles Scenes Persistent

• System calibration settings (room EQ, time-alignment delay, output level, polarity)

• Reference level user calibration offset setting (used to calibrate the measured SPL readout)

• BLU link output channel assignments

• All stored proﬁle and scene settings

• Input channel names, routing, and group assignments

• Input LFE assignments

• Input trim levels

• Output channel names, group assignments, bass management assignments, and speaker tuning selections

• Outputs assigned for master volume control

• User EQ settings for each output

• Analog input sensitivity, clock source, sample rate, and SRC enable

• AV and Aux AV delay

• Bass management crossover frequency and LFE low-pass frequency

• Global bass management on/off, dim level, and master reset level

• Aux output level and tone (EQ) settings

• Settings for all scenes (30 per proﬁle)

• All input and LFE mix level settings in the Scene Builder screen

• Master volume, dim, and mute

• Speaker mute/solo selections

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Page 15

Using the Intonato 24 Control App

About the Aux Outputs

When speaker layout 2, 4, or 6 is selected, Intonato 24 output channels 23 and 24 are conﬁgured to provide a stereo auxiliary feed, which can be connected to an external headphone ampliﬁer for recording sessions (for example, during voiceover or ADR recording sessions in an editing facility where a mixing console is not available). The feed can also be used to send a mix to a pair of speakers in a remote location.

A 24 x 2 mixer allows any combination of inputs to be mixed to the stereo aux output, including downmixed surround mixes. The stereo aux output has its own level control, 3-band EQ, and AV delay to restore “lip synchronization” with video displays.

Additionally, the XLR mic input is routed to the aux outputs and becomes active when the Talkback button is pressed. Input 24 will automatically be switched to carry the signal from the XLR mic input. The talkback input assignment is ﬁxed and cannot be changed. The XLR mic input gain is ﬁxed at 30 dB.

Page 16

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Using the Intonato 24 Control App

Conguring Inputs

Once the speaker layout type has been selected, it’s time to conﬁgure the inputs for the application. The inputs can be conﬁgured by selecting Conﬁguration screen is the ﬁrst screen displayed from this menu.

Edit Settings from the Main User Menu. The Input

Information and Navigation Bar

The bar across the top of the screen provides important feedback and access to navigation and is available on most screens. Press the icon in the upper left-hand corner to access the Main User Menu and navigate the various screens. The title of the current screen is displayed in the middle of the bar. In the upper right-hand corner, the currently loaded proﬁle and scene preset are displayed. If an asterisk appears next to the proﬁle or scene preset, this indicates it has been edited from the stored values. The information icon accesses the application’s contextual help. The speaker icon can be used to mute all outputs (with the exception of the stereo aux output).

Input Connector

From these dropdown menus, select the desired physical input to route to each corresponding Intonato 24 input channel. There is no limitation on the mix of Analog, AES, and BLU link inputs; they can be assigned in any order.

Input Group

Select from the 12 options available in this dropdown menu to visually group input channels by color.

Input Name

These ﬁelds allow inputs to be named to suit the application, which will simplify conﬁguration and operation.

Input LFE

Check any of these boxes to identify the corresponding input as an LFE channel. When checked, the

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Page 17

Using the Intonato 24 Control App

input channel will be routed through the LFE low-pass ﬁlter and on to the subwoofer outputs. Any number of inputs can be designated as LFE input channels.

NOTE: Ensure subwoofers are set to LFE mode, if applicable.

NOTE: The LFE signal level must also be set in the Scene Builder screen to feed the LFE input

signal to the subwoofer(s). See Builder.

“Creating Scenes” on page 36 for information on using the Scene

Input Trim

Adjust these ﬁelds to trim the incoming signal level for each channel. The range is -100 to +10 dB.

Input Level

These readouts display real-time input signal level for each channel.

Master Section Tab

The tab on the right shows or hides the master section controls.

Page 18

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Using the Intonato 24 Control App

Conguring Outputs

The next step is to conﬁgure the Intonato 24 outputs. The Output Conﬁguration screen can be accessed by selecting swiping or selecting the second bubble at the bottom.

Edit Settings from the Main User Menu, then going to the second screen by

Speaker Conguration

These ﬁelds display the type of output conﬁgured for each output channel per the selected speaker layout.

Output Connector

These ﬁelds display the physical output channels as they relate to the analog D-Sub output connectors.

Speaker Group

Select from the 12 options available in this dropdown menu to visually group speaker output channels by color.

Speaker Name

These ﬁelds allow outputs to be named to suit the application, which will simplify conﬁguration and operation.

Speaker Tuning

From this dropdown menu, the speaker tuning for the connected speaker model can be selected if available.

NOTE: The Intonato 24 comes preloaded with speaker tunings for the JBL M2 Series, 7 Series, and

various JBL subwoofers. See

“Speaker Tunings” on page 87 for more information.

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Page 19

Using the Intonato 24 Control App

Bass Management (Sub1, Sub2, etc.)

Checking a checkbox in this column will conﬁgure the channel to be bass managed to the assigned subwoofer whenever the master Bass Management button is enabled. When bass management is enabled, a crossover will be applied to split the signal between the satellite and subwoofer speakers. The crossover frequency can be adjusted using the Bass Management Crossover Frequency parameter on the Utility screen.

Control by Master Volume

Each channel checked in this column will be controllable by the studio engineer when adjusting the master volume controls (Master Volume, Dim button, and Mute button).

Master Section Tab

The tab on the right shows or hides the master section controls.

Page 20

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Using the Intonato 24 Control App

Conguring Utility Settings

The next step is to conﬁgure the Intonato 24 utility settings. The Utility screen can be accessed by selecting selecting the fourth bubble at the bottom.

Edit Settings from the Main User Menu, then going to the fourth screen by swiping or

Analog Input Sensitivity (A, B, and C)

These dropdown menus adjust the input sensitivity for each of the analog D-Sub input connectors. Adjust these settings to match the source output levels for optimal signal-to-noise ratio and headroom. There are three options to choose from:

• -10 dBV (with 18 dB of headroom)

• +4 dBu (with 20 dB of headroom)

• +8 dBu (with 24 dB of headroom)

Clock Source

This dropdown menu selects the source that will provide master clock to the Intonato 24. The options are Internal, AES (Input 1), and Word Clock (BNC). See

for information on setting this parameter to suit the application requirements.

76

WARNING: When clocking to an AES or word clock signal, always mute the Intonato 24 outputs

before changing the external clock’s sample rate to prevent unwanted noise through the speaker system.

“Conﬁguring the Clock Source” on page

Sample Rate

This dropdown menu selects the internal processing sample rate.

NOTE: When slaving to an AES or word clock signal, the external clock’s sample rate will be

detected and will override this setting.

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Page 21

Using the Intonato 24 Control App

NOTE: When using BLU link, all devices on the BLU link bus must be conﬁgured with the same

sample rate setting.

AES Input C SRC Enable

This dropdown menu turns sample rate conversion on AES Input C on or off. When enabled, the SRC LED on the front panel will light. See information on using the SRC feature.

“Conﬁguring the Clock Source” on page 76 for more

AV Delay

This parameter applies a delay to the audio signal to compensate for latency in video displays and restore “lip synchronization”. The AV Delay parameter affects all output channels, with the exception of the stereo aux output, and has a range of 0–170 ms.

Aux AV Delay

This parameter applies a delay to the audio signal to compensate for latency in video displays and restore “lip synchronization”. The Aux AV Delay parameter affects only the stereo aux output and has a range of 0–170 ms.

Bass Management Crossover Frequency Slider

This parameter sets the crossover frequency between the satellite speakers conﬁgured for bass management and subwoofer(s).

Bass Management Crossover Filter Type

This dropdown selects the low-pass and high-pass ﬁlter types for the bass management crossover. The selectable options are Bessel 6, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42, 48, Butterworth 6, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42, 48, Linkwitz-Riley 12, 24, 36, and 48. The numerical values indicate the slope rate in dB/octave.

LFE Low Pass Frequency Slider

This parameter sets the low-pass ﬁlter frequency for LFE signals assigned to the subwoofer(s).

NOTE: Ensure subwoofers are set to LFE mode, if applicable.

LFE Low Pass Filter Type

This dropdown selects the ﬁlter type for the LFE low-pass ﬁlter. The selectable options are Bessel 6, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42, 48, Butterworth 6, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42, 48, Linkwitz-Riley 12, 24, 36, and

48. The numerical values indicate the slope rate in dB/octave.

TIP: When using bass management and LFE channels, it’s important to balance the bass managed

and LFE signal levels properly. See

on page 26

for more information.

“Balancing Subwoofers – Bass Management and LFE Levels”

Master Section Tab

The tab on the right shows or hides the master section controls.

Page 22

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Using the Intonato 24 Control App

Conguring BLU link Outputs

If the application requires BLU link output from the Intonato 24, BLU link output settings should be conﬁgured next by selecting

From the BLU Link Output screen, up to 24 BLU link channels can be assigned to the BLU link bus. To assign BLU link output channels, select the BLU link output channel to assign then enable the

Status button for each.

NOTE: Output signals are always present on the analog D-Sub output connectors and are simply

mirrored to any assigned BLU link channels.

BLU Link Output from the Main User Menu.

Speaker Conguration

These ﬁelds display the type of output conﬁgured for each output channel per the selected speaker layout.

Speaker Name

These ﬁelds display the name given to each speaker output.

BLU link Output

These ﬁelds select the BLU link channel to be assigned to each output.

Status

These buttons turn each BLU link output on or off. When turned off, no signal will be passed to the BLU link bus.

NOTE: The above settings are global and will not be affected when loading proﬁles or scenes.

Master Section Tab

The tab on the right shows or hides the master section controls.

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Page 23

Using the Intonato 24 Control App

Calibrating the System

Once conﬁguration is complete, the next step is to run the auto-calibration process. When used in conjunction with the included measurement microphone, a monitoring system can be automatically calibrated to the production environment.

The auto-calibration process starts by detecting level differences between speakers in the system and adjusting levels to match. Then, time-of-arrival differences between each speaker placement and the listening position are detected and compensated for using delays. The ﬁnal stage is to analyze each speaker and adjust the room equalization to ﬁne-tune each speaker’s frequency response to the environment. Note that all parameters are also available for manual adjustment.

Follow these steps to automatically calibrate the system:

CAUTION: The use of hearing protection is recommended during the auto-calibration process.

System calibration test tones may generate sound pressure level in excess or 85 dB, which can be painful to the ears when experienced for extended periods of time.

NOTE: The auto-calibration process cannot correct for speaker polarity issues. Ensure all balanced

audio cables and speaker wires are properly wired and connected before calibrating the system.

1. Connect the included measurement microphone to the XLR mic input using a balanced

microphone cable of suitable length and place it in a microphone stand.

2. Place the microphone at the main listening position.

3. Select System Calibration from the Main User Menu.

4. Press the Run Auto Calibration button and follow the on-screen instructions to calibrate the

system.

NOTE: The Room EQ will analyze frequencies up to 800 Hz and adjust center frequencies up to

approximately 750 Hz when running the auto-calibration process.

TIP: When running the auto-calibration process, an inﬁnite number of mic positions can

be measured to achieve an averaged frequency response. For more accurate results, it is recommended to measure at least three different mic positions.

5. Once system calibration is complete, make manual setting adjustments from the System

Calibration screen if required.

TIP: Any further reﬁnements to the system’s frequency response should be made using the

User EQ so as to not disturb the calibrated Room EQ settings. See

Recommendations” on page 25

for more information.

“User EQ Reﬁnement

TIP: The monitor system reference level readout can be calibrated using the User Calibration Offset

slider found on the Signal Generator screen. See information on calibrating this reference level readout.

TIP: If the Intonato 24 limiters need to be used for speaker protection, the limiter threshold will need

to be calibrated. See threshold.

Page 24

“Limiter Threshold” on page 29 for information on calibrating the limiter

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

“The Signal Generator Screen” on page 30 for

Using the Intonato 24 Control App

User EQ Renement Recommendations

Low Frequencies

After performing auto calibration, we recommend evaluating the low-frequency performance of the system by listening to material with which you are familiar. While the system is designed to deliver ﬂat low-frequency response in the room, different room sizes require differing compensation. After removing the energy contributed by the interactions of speakers and resonant properties of the room, you may notice the program content lacks the expected low-frequency response.

The User EQ can be used to produce your ideal in-room response. If you notice the material lacks an expected low-frequency contour, we recommend applying the following settings to all speakers in the system:

• Type: Low Shelf

• Frequency: 95 Hz

• Slope: 9 dB/octave

• Gain: +2 dB to +6 dB (Apply the amount of gain required to restore the expected low-frequency energy.)

Adjustments may vary as follows:

• Frequency: 90 Hz to 110 Hz

• Slope: From 6 dB/octave to 12dB/octave

Applying the aforementioned User EQ settings in addition to the calibrated Room EQ settings should provide a neutral mix environment.

High Frequencies

In the midrange and high frequencies, the speaker is in control. In the low frequencies, the room is in control. While the reﬂectivity or absorptive qualities of the room may affect the overall high-frequency energy of the speaker system, the User EQ (found in the Edit Settings menu) allows project-speciﬁc and client-speciﬁc equalization to be applied, without disturbing the Room EQ settings applied during the auto-calibration process.

Depending on the size and acoustic characteristics of the room, reﬂectivity vs absorptive qualities, and perforated-screen transmission loss, attenuation or boost of the high-frequency response may be desirable. Additionally, the X Curve or another custom frequency-response contour may be required for the application. This should be applied using the User EQ.

For more information on using the User EQ, see

“Adjusting User EQ” on page 32.

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Page 25

Using the Intonato 24 Control App

Balancing Subwoofers – Bass Management and LFE Levels

When using bass management and LFE channels, it’s important to balance the levels between the two properly. Up to four subwoofers may be used for bass management—extending the lowfrequency response of the speaker system. Additionally, the same subwoofers can be assigned to reproduce the LFE (Low Frequency Effects) channels of one or more playback sources. When using a sub for both purposes, levels should be calibrated as described below.

To calibrate bass management and LFE signal levels for the subs, follow these steps:

NOTE: Auto calibration should be performed before calibrating the bass management and LFE

levels. See

1. Ensure Bass Management is enabled and play broadband source material—with which you

are familiar—through the system. Ensure that no signal is being sent to the LFE channel. Select

System Calibration from the Main User Menu, then solo the ﬁrst sub and one of the main satellite

speakers in the left-hand column.

NOTE: If using only one subwoofer, solo both the left and right front satellite speakers along with

the sub to account for the ~3 dB increase in signal level due to summation of the two satellite speakers vs the single subwoofer.

Select the ﬁrst sub from the left-hand column and adjust the sub’s subwoofer response with the bass-managed satellite speaker(s) to produce the desired bassmanaged response. When properly balanced, the subwoofer and the speaker(s) should behave as a single speaker with extended low-frequency response. Repeat for any additional subwoofers.

“Calibrating the System” on page 24.

Level setting to balance the

2. Once all bass management sub levels have been calibrated, un-solo the channels so that all

channels are again audible.

Page 26

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Using the Intonato 24 Control App

3. Next, play some source material that includes LFE signal, and ensure the LFE signal is passing

through the system. Select control of the LFE channel to produce the desired SPL in the room. Repeat for any additional source LFE channels.

Edit Settings from the Main User Menu, then adjust the Input Trim

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual

Page 27

Using the Intonato 24 Control App

The System Calibration Screen

From the System Calibration screen, individual speaker levels, time-of arrival delay offsets, and room EQ can be automatically calibrated and/or manually adjusted for the monitoring environment. To access the System Calibration screen, select

System Calibration from the Main User Menu.

Channel Selection (Leftmost Column)

This column allows an output channel to be selected for editing.

Mute and Solo Buttons

The Mute (M) and Solo (S) buttons can be used to mute or solo output channels. Multiple channels can be muted or soloed simultaneously.

Graph

This graph displays a graphical representation of the Room EQ curve, with touchpoints that can be selected and dragged to adjust settings graphically.

Frequency Slider

This parameter adjusts the frequency of the selected band. Values can be adjusted by dragging the slider, pressing the arrows, or entering a value directly in the numeric ﬁeld.

Gain Slider

This parameter adjusts the gain of the selected band.

Q Slider

This parameter adjusts the width of the selected band.

Show/Hide TouchPoint Button

This button toggles visibility of the band-numbered touchpoints in the graph.

Page 28

INTONATO | 24 Operation Manual