Kramer FC-404NET User Manual

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

FC-404NET

4X4 Dante Interface

P/N: 2900-300477 Rev 2

www.kramerAV.com

FC-404NET – Contents

Contents

1 Introduction 1 2 Getting Started 2

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2

2.2 Safety Instructions 2

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3

3 Overview 4

3.1 Defining the FC-404NET 4X4 Dante Interface 4

4 Connecting the FC-404NET 6

4.1 Connecting the Inputs 7

4.2 Connecting the Outputs 9

5 Operating the FC-404NET 10

5.1 Setting the DIP-Switch 10

5.2 Using the Web-based Dante Controller 10

5.3 Viewing the Unit MAC Address 11

6 Technical Specifications 14 7 Protocol 3000 Syntax 15

7.1 Host Message Format 15

7.2 Device Message Format 15

7.3 Command Terms 16

7.4 Entering Commands 17

7.5 Bidirectional Definition 17

7.6 Command Chaining 17

7.7 Maximum String Length 17

7.8 Practical Command Examples 18

8 Protocol 3000 Commands 21

8.1 System Commands - Mandatory 21

8.2 System Commands 26

8.3 Audio Commands 28

Figures

Figure 1: FC-404NET 4X4 Dante Interface 4 Figure 2: Connecting the FC-404NET 4X4 Dante Interface 7 Figure 3: Connecting a Balanced XLR Input 8 Figure 4: Connecting a Balanced 6.5mm Phone Jack 8 Figure 5: Connecting an Unbalanced RCA Input 8 Figure 6: Connecting an Unbalanced 6.5mm Phone Jack 8

FC-404NET – Introduction

1 Introduction

Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professionals on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better!

Our 1,000-plus different models now appear in 14 groups that are clearly defined by function: GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Routers; GROUP 3: Control Systems; GROUP 4: Format/Standards Converters; GROUP 5: Range Extenders and Repeaters; GROUP 6: Specialty AV Products; GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9: Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 11: Sierra Video Products; GROUP 12: Digital Signage; GROUP 13: Audio; and GROUP 14: Collaboration.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer FC-404NET 4X4 Dante Interface, which is ideal for the following typical applications:

 Boardrooms  Education  Hospitality  Airline and rail transportation  Retail  Entertainment  Houses of worship

FC-404NET - Getting Started

Go to www.kramerav.com/downloads/FC-404NET to check for up-to-date user manuals, application programs, and to check if firmware upgrades are available (where appropriate).

This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.

Caution:

There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit

Warning:

Use only the Kramer Electronics power supply that is provided with the unit

Warning:

Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing

2 Getting Started

We recommend that you:

 Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging

materials for possible future shipment

 Review the contents of this user manual

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance

To achieve the best performance:

 Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high-

performance, high-resolution cables) to avoid interference, deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often associated with low quality cables)

 Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils  Avoid interference from neighbouring electrical appliances that may

adversely influence signal quality

 Position your FC-404NET away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust

2.2 Safety Instructions

FC-404NET – Getting Started

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products

The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC aims to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by requiring it to be collected and recycled. To comply with the WEEE Directive, Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any costs of treatment, recycling and recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN

facility. For details of Kramer’s recycling arrangements in your particular country

go to our recycling pages at

http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/recycling/.

FC-404NET - Overview

3 Overview

The Kramer FC-404NET is a four−input/four−output Dante™ interface with line or microphone level inputs and line level outputs. It connects analog inputs to a digital Dante network or outputs four channels from a Dante network.

The FC-404NET 4X4 Dante Interface features:

 A Dante network interface  Four balanced, line-level/mic inputs  Four balanced, line-level outputs from the network  Independent input gain/output volume settings per channel  DIP-switch controlled input settings – line level ( 0db) or mic level

(+20dB) with phantom +48 volts

 Control via the Dante IP control matrix or Kramer Protocol 3000 via

RS-232 connection

 Compact MegaTOOLS® housing where 2 units can be rack mounted

side-by-side in a 1U rack space with the optional RK-T2B rack adapter.

3.1 Defining the FC-404NET 4X4 Dante Interface

This section defines the FC-404NET.

Figure 1: FC-404NET 4X4 Dante Interface

FC-404NET – Overview

Feature

Function

CLIPPING 1-4, IN-OUT LEDs

Lights when in/out signal is clipped

SYS LEDs

Lights green when Dante network available or red if error

SYNC LEDs

Lights green for digital audio normal or red if error

ON LED

Lights green when the unit is powered on

MIC PHANTOM/+48V ON 1-4 DIP-Switches

Set up (OFF) for line level input, set down (ON) for mic level input and +48v phantom supply to the microphones

INPUTS 5-pin Terminal Blocks (1-4)

Connect to balanced line-level audio sources 1-4, (+, –, G) (line or mic levels)

OUTPUTS 5-pin Terminal Blocks (1-4)

Connect to balanced line-level audio acceptors 1-4, (+, –, G)

DANTE NET RJ-45 Connector

Connects to the IP network

DEF Button

To reset/reboot the device, press and release the button To reset to factory settings, press and hold the button for 30 secs

CONTROL RS-232 3-pin Terminal Block

Connects to a control unit or PC running Protocol 3000

CONTROL USB Connector

N/A

5V DC Power Connector

Connects to the power supply

FC-404NET - Connecting the FC-404NET

Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your FC-404NET. After connecting your FC-404NET, connect its power and then switch on the power to each device.

You do not have to connect all the inputs and outputs, connect only those that are required.

4 Connecting the FC-404NET

To connect the FC-404NET, as illustrated in the example in Figure 2, do the following:

1. Connect up to four balanced audio sources, (for example, multimedia player, microphone) to the 3-pin Input terminal blocks 1-4.

2. Set the MIC Phantom DIP-switches according to the input type: up (OFF) for line level inputs or down (ON) for microphone inputs.

3. Connect the Output 3-pin terminal block to up to four balanced audio acceptors, (for example, an amplifier with speaker, a recording device).

4. Connect the Dante RJ-45 connector to the any available IP network.

5. If needed, connect a PC or controller to the FC-404NET via the RS-232 connection (PC only).

6. Connect the power adapter to the FC-404NET and plug the power adapter into the mains power supply.

FC-404NET – Connecting the FC-404NET

Figure 2: Connecting the FC-404NET 4X4 Dante Interface

4.1 Connecting the Inputs

Each input channel has a 3-pin terminal block connector that can accept either a balanced or an unbalanced connection; however, an unbalanced connection requires some modifications. The next two sections explain how to connect the

FC-404NET to its input source.

4.1.1 Connecting Balanced Inputs

When using a balanced input source and connector, you must ensure that the hot, cold, and ground pins of the connector are matched up to the +, –, and ground pins of the FC-404NET terminal block connector respectively. The following diagrams illustrate how to connect standard XLR and 6.5mm phone jack.

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