Peavey MediaMatrix NION, nion, MediaMatrix NION Series, MediaMatrix NION n3, MediaMatrix NION n6 Hardware Manual
NION Hardware Manual
Version 1.6.1.0
September 30, 2010
The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. Peavey Electronics is not liable for
improper installation or configuration. The information contained herein is intended only as an aid to qualified
personnel in the design, installation and maintenance of engineered audio systems. The installing contractor or end
user is ultimately responsible for the successful implementation of these systems.
All creative content in this manual, including the layout, art design, content, photography, drawings, specifications
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& specifications subject to change without notice.
Prepared by Peavey Digital Research, 6 Elm Place, Eynsham, Oxford, OX29 4BD, UK.
Email:mmtechsupport@peavey.com.
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Contents
Chapter 1 About this guide .................................................................................... 1
Scope ........................................................................................................................................................ 2
Documentation conventions ..................................................................................................................... 2
Manual set ................................................................................................................................................ 2
Sending feedback ..................................................................................................................................... 3
Chapter 2 Safety Instructions and safety warnings ............................................. 5
Multilingual Warnings and Warning Definitions ........................................................................................ 6
Important Safety Instructions .................................................................................................................... 8
Safety Warnings ..................................................................................................................................... 10
Chapter 3 Before you start ................................................................................... 13
Important network considerations .......................................................................................................... 14
Power outage and surge protection ....................................................................................................... 14
Software versions ................................................................................................................................... 14
Thank You! ............................................................................................................................................. 14
Warranty Registration ............................................................................................................................. 14
What's in the box? .................................................................................................................................. 15
Chapter 4 Introduction to NION .......................................................................... 17
Description .............................................................................................................................................. 18
Features.................................................................................................................................................. 18
Applications ............................................................................................................................................ 19
Cards ...................................................................................................................................................... 20
Front Panel ............................................................................................................................................. 22
Rear panel .............................................................................................................................................. 23
Chapter 5 Setting up the NION ............................................................................ 25
Introduction ............................................................................................................................................. 26
Configuration .......................................................................................................................................... 27
Updating the firmware ............................................................................................................................ 28
Using the front panel .............................................................................................................................. 28
Using the web interface .......................................................................................................................... 36
Chapter 6 Using XDAB clusters with VLANs and CobraNet .............................. 45
Introduction ............................................................................................................................................. 46
Important concepts ................................................................................................................................. 46
Use cases ............................................................................................................................................... 47
Setting conductor and XDAB priority in NWare ...................................................................................... 53
Further examples .................................................................................................................................... 55
Appendix A Troubleshooting ............................................................................... 57
Cannot access NION using IP address or IP address is unknown ........................................................ 58
Front panel LED indicators ..................................................................................................................... 59
Enabling error logging ............................................................................................................................ 61
HF2 errors............................................................................................................................................... 62
Low voltage warning ............................................................................................................................... 66
NION locking up or rebooting spuriously ................................................................................................ 66
Appendix B Connector ports ............................................................................... 69
Audio connections .................................................................................................................................. 70
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CAT 5 connections ................................................................................................................................. 70
GPIO overview ....................................................................................................................................... 71
Serial communications ........................................................................................................................... 75
XDAB communications ........................................................................................................................... 78
Appendix C Technical specifications ................................................................. 79
Rear panel connections .......................................................................................................................... 80
Digital audio performance....................................................................................................................... 81
AES card DIP switches ........................................................................................................................... 82
XDAB performance (NION n3, NION n6) ............................................................................................... 83
CobraNet performance ........................................................................................................................... 84
GPIO ....................................................................................................................................................... 84
Mechanical specifications ....................................................................................................................... 84
Appendix D Reference Information .................................................................... 85
Architect's and engineer's specifications ................................................................................................ 86
Technical Support ................................................................................................................................... 87
Warranty statement ................................................................................................. 89
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Chapter 1
About this guide
In This Chapter
Scope ................................................................................................................. 2
Documentation conventions .............................................................................. 2
Manual set ......................................................................................................... 2
Sending feedback .............................................................................................. 3
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Scope
This guide describes how to physically install a NION and configure it with basic settings.
Once you have completed the installation, we recommend that you refer to the NWare User
Guide to see how to design an audio solution and download settings to the NION.
Documentation conventions
The following are used in the documentation to highlight particular sections of information.
Tip: Suggests alternative ways of completing a task and shortcuts that might not otherwise be
obvious.
Note: Indicates important information that should not be ignored.
Caution: Indicates that unless you are careful, your actions could result in equipment damage
or loss of data.
Warning: Indicates that unless you are careful, your actions could result in injuries to
personnel.
Manual set
This guide is part of the MediaMatrix documentation set. The table below shows which user
guides to refer to when you want to find out how to accomplish various tasks.
Note: Several associated products are required to complete a working MediaMatrix system.
Both Peavey products and third party products must be installed correctly for the system to
operate in accordance with published specifications.
Tasks Relevant Guides
Building up an audio system using devices available
from the NWare device tree.
NWare User Guide
You may be unfamiliar with some aspects of NWare or
new to NWare altogether. You want to read about the
features of NWare and want step-by-step instructions,
not just reference information.
Building up an audio system using devices available
NWare Device Reference
from the NWare device tree.
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Tasks Relevant Guides
You are familiar with Nware devices and when to use
them. You want to look up settings to see what they are
for.
Finding out about new features added to releases of
NWare and NION software.
Using different protocols, such as PASHA and SNMP, to
remotely control and monitor devices in an NWare
project.
Understanding how Pandad works and managing it on
your network.
Physical installation and initial configuration of a NION
digital audio processor.
Physical installation and initial configuration of a CAB
4n.
Physical installation of an nControl unit and
configuration of associated software.
Physical installation of an nTouch 180 and configuration
of associated software.
Physical installation of an nTouch 60 and configuration
of associated software.
NWare Release Notes
External Control User Guide
Pandad Administrator Guide
NION Hardware Manual
CAB 4n Hardware Manual
nControl Hardware Manual
nTouch 180 Hardware Manual
nTouch 60 Hardware Manual
Understanding how CobraNet works. Working with CobraNet
Sending feedback
We are always looking for better ways to provide information about our products, and your
input is always appreciated. If you have a comment about this manual or would like to make a
suggestion, please write to:
Peavey Electronics Corp.,
MediaMatrix Division,
5022 Hartley Peavey Drive,
Meridian, MS 39305, USA.
Phone: 601.483.9548
Phone (toll free): 866.662.8750
Fax: 601.486.1678
or email us (mailto:mmtechsupport@peavey.com).
Thank you again for using MediaMatrix.
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Chapter 2
Safety Instructions and safety
warnings
In This Chapter
Multilingual Warnings and Warning Definitions ............................................. 6
Important Safety Instructions ............................................................................ 8
Safety Warnings ................................................................................................ 10
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Multilingual Warnings and Warning Definitions
English
Intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within
the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
Intended to alert the user of the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
Caution: Risk of electrical shock — DO NOT OPEN!
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts
inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
Español
Warning: To prevent electrical shock or fire hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or
moisture. Before using this appliance, read the operating guide for further warnings.
Este símbolo tiene el propósito, de alertar al usuario de la presencia de (voltaje)
peligroso sin aislamiento dentro de la caja del producto y que puede tener una
magnitud suficiente como para constituir riesgo de descarga eléctrica.
Este símbolo tiene el propósito de alertar al usario de la presencia de instruccones
importantes sobre la operación y mantenimiento en la información que viene con el
producto.
Precaucion: Riesgo de descarga eléctrica ¡NO ABRIR!
Precaucion: Para disminuír el riesgo de descarga eléctrica, no abra la cubierta. No hay piezas
útiles dentro. Deje todo mantenimiento en manos del personal técnico cualificado.
Advertencia: Para evitar descargas eléctricas o peligro de incendio, no deje expuesto a la
lluvia o humedad este aparato Antes de usar este aparato, Iea más advertencias en la guía de
operación.
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Français
Attention: Risques de choc électrique — NE PAS OUVRIR!
Attention: Afin de réduire le risque de choc électrique, ne pas enlever le couvercle. Il ne se
trouve à l’intérieur aucune pièce pouvant être reparée par l’utilisateur. Confiez I’entretien et la
réparation de l’appareil à un réparateur Peavey agréé.
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Ce symbole est utilisé dans ce manuel pour indiquer à l’utilisateur la présence d’une
tension dangereuse pouvant être d’amplitude suffisante pour constituer un risque de
choc électrique.
Ce symbole est utilisé dans ce manuel pour indiquer à l’utilisateur qu’il ou qu’elle
trouvera d’importantes instructions concernant l’utilisation et l’entretien de
l’appareil dans le paragraphe signalé.
Avertissement: Afin de prévenir les risques de décharge électrique ou de feu, n’exposez pas
cet appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité. Avant d’utiliser cet appareil, lisez attentivement les
avertissements supplémentaires de ce manuel.
Deutsch
Vorsicht: Risiko — Elektrischer Schlag! Nicht öffnen!
Vorsicht: Um das Risiko eines elektrischen Schlages zu vermeiden, nicht die Abdeckung
enfernen. Es befinden sich keine Teile darin, die vom Anwender repariert werden könnten.
Reparaturen nur von qualifiziertem Fachpersonal durchführen lassen.
Dieses Symbol soll den Anwender vor unisolierten gefährlichen Spannungen
innerhalb des Gehäuses warnen, die von Ausreichender Stärke sind, um einen
elektrischen Schlag verursachen zu können.
Dieses Symbol soll den Benutzer auf wichtige Instruktionen in der
Bedienungsanleitung aufmerksam machen, die Handhabung und Wartung des
Produkts betreffen.
Achtung: Um einen elektrischen Schlag oder Feuergefahr zu vermeiden, sollte dieses Gerät
nicht dem Regen oder Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt werden. Vor Inbetriebnahme unbedingt die
Bedienungsanleitung lesen.
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Important Safety Instructions
Warning: When using electrical products, basic precautions should always be followed,
including the ones listed below. Read and follow these instructions. Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Do not use this product near water.
Clean only with a dry cloth.
Do not block any of the ventilation openings.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug
has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a
third grounding plug. The wide blade or third prong is provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point they exit from the apparatus.
Note for UK only: If the colors of the wires in the mains lead of this unit do not
correspond with the terminals in your plug , proceed as follows:
a) The wire that is colored green and yellow must be connected to the terminal that is
marked by the letter E, the earth symbol, colored green or colored green and yellow.
b) The wire that is colored blue must be connected to the terminal that is marked with the
letter N or the color black.
c) The wire that is colored brown must be connected to the terminal that is marked with
the letter L or the color red.
Only use attachments/accessories provided by the manufacturer.Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in
any way, such as the power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
Never break off the ground pin. Write for our free booklet Shock Hazard and Grounding.
Connect only to a power supply of the type marked on the unit adjacent to the power
supply cord.
Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause a permanent hearing loss. Individuals
vary considerably in susceptibility to noise-induced hearing loss, but nearly everyone will
lose some hearing if exposed to sufficiently intense noise for a sufficient time. The U.S.
Government’s Occupational and Health Administration (OSHA) has specified the
following permissible noise level exposures:
Duration Per Day in Hours Sound Level dBA, Slow
Response
8 90
6 92
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Duration Per Day in Hours Sound Level dBA, Slow
Response
4 95
3 97
2 100
1½ 102
1 105
½ 110
¼ or less 115
According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of the above permissible limits could result in
some hearing loss. Ear plugs or protectors to the ear canals or over the ears must be worn when
operating this amplification system in order to prevent a permanent hearing loss, if exposure is
in excess of the limits as set forth above. To ensure against potentially dangerous exposure to
high sound pressure levels, it is recommended that all persons exposed to equipment capable
of producing high sound pressure levels such as this amplification system be protected by
hearing protectors while this unit is in operation.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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Safety Warnings
To prevent electrical shock or potential fire hazards, do not expose this product to
moisture or rain.
Before using this product, read the user manuals for further warnings and cautions.
The following cautions should be carefully observed when installing, wiring or using this
product:
DO NOT use any other power supply or cable other than the one provided with this
unit.
DO NOT remove the top cover of the unit. There are no user-serviceable parts
inside. Refer service to qualified personnel.
DO NOT use solvents or other cleaners to clean the unit. Basic external care requires
only a damp cloth. Disconnect the power supply cord before cleaning.
Read all safety and installation instructions and retain all documentation for further
reference.
This product should not be installed or placed near a source of heat.
Power supply cords and associated connectors should be unplugged from the power
source when the unit is not used for long periods of time or stored.
This product is designed for EIA rack mounting only. Use racks of sufficient depth
and width to accommodate proper airflow and cable harnessing.
Care should be taken to ensure that the installation is clear of possible sources of
contamination. Make sure that the product’s ventilation openings are not exposed to
possible sources of liquid, gases, or other contaminants.
This product should be inspected by a qualified service technician if the power
supply cord or connector has been damaged, if the unit has been dropped, or if a
foreign substance has gained access to the interior electronic and electrical
components.
When dressing off wiring harnesses, take care with CAT 5 cables. Do not tie-wrap
bundles of CAT 5 wire too tight. Leave plenty of room for bends, allowing the cable
to progress naturally from the RJ-45 connector. Creating tightly wrapped CAT 5
wire bundles can cause data transmission errors.
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This product should be installed so that its mounting position does not interfere with
proper ventilation. Do not block air intake or exhaust vents.
It is important to keep the rack stable. If this unit is the only one in the rack, install it
at the bottom. If there are several devices to install in the rack, load the rack from the
bottom up.
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Chapter 3
Before you start
In This Chapter
Important network considerations ..................................................................... 14
Power outage and surge protection ................................................................... 14
Software versions .............................................................................................. 14
Thank You! ....................................................................................................... 14
Warranty Registration ....................................................................................... 14
What's in the box? ............................................................................................. 15
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Important network considerations
This product is designed to operate on a network backbone or infrastructure. The
design, implementation and maintenance of this infrastructure is critical to correct
operation and performance. Peavey Electronics does not support nor service
network cabling, hubs, switches, patch bays, wall plates, connector panels or any
other type of network interconnect device. Please ensure that these components and
their associated installation techniques have been properly designed and installed for
audio and network applications.
Refer to the document Working with CobraNet for more information.
Power outage and surge protection
We recommend the use of an uninterruptable power supply (UPS) to protect against power
outages. We also recommend the use of a power surge protection device, such as a Surge-X
(http://www.surgex.com). This provides protection from destructive spikes, surges and
inductive transients.
Software versions
The information in this manual is written for a specific software version. The version number
is included in the first three digits of the manual version number.
Note: To reduce the risk of compatibility problems, we recommend that all the hardware
devices (NioNodes, nControl nodes etc.) on the network run the same firmware version, and
that the version matches the version of NWare you are running.
Each version of NWare includes firmware for all the MediaMatrix hardware devices it
supports.
You can download the latest software and earlier versions of software from
http://mm.peavey.com/downloads/index.cfm (http://mm.peavey.com/downloads/index.cfm).
Thank You!
Thank you for purchasing this MediaMatrix product. It is designed to provide years of
trouble-free operation and high quality performance. We are confident that you will find this
product and other MediaMatrix products to be of the highest quality.
Warranty Registration
Please take a few minutes and fill out the warranty registration card. Although your warranty is
valid without the registration, the information you provide with the form is crucial to our
support group. It enables us to provide better service and customer support, and to keep you
informed of new product updates.
Tip: Refer to the warranty statement at the rear of this manual for details of what your
warranty includes and what the limitations are.
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What's in the box?
NION series products are packaged in a single container. This container includes the following
items:
NION n6, NION n3, NION nX or NION nE Network Input/Output Node
IEC removable power supply cable (120 VAC domestic)
Shielded CAT 6 cable, 1’
Software installation CD
User manual/literature package.
If any of these items are missing, please contact your Authorized Peavey MediaMatrix
contractor/dealer.
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Introduction to NION
In This Chapter
Description ........................................................................................................ 18
Features ............................................................................................................. 18
Applications ...................................................................................................... 19
Cards ................................................................................................................. 20
Front Panel ........................................................................................................ 22
Rear panel ......................................................................................................... 23
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Description
NION (n. nee-on) is a programmable digital audio processing node designed for professional
and commercial audio and communications applications.
The internal processing core is supported by a wide range of features including MediaMatrix’s
scalable I/O architecture, a modular I/O scheme that supports a variety of optional plug-in
cards for maximum versatility.
Each of the module bays supports 8 simultaneous analog audio channels, while the integrated
CobraNet port provides further channels, depending on the model.
NION is built on an embedded Linux architecture designed for stable, efficient and robust
performance. Low-latency audio across all I/O ports makes NION perfect for performance
audio projects, in addition to applications where a large amount of audio processing is
required.
Multiple NIONs can be managed using NWare, a Windows-based program that works with
multiple nodes across an Ethernet network. Additional support for third party control and
SNMP management tools is included.
An intuitive front panel interface features an LCD display, soft buttons and rotary encoder to
enable access to common system functions. Additional control interfacing is provided by both
RS-232 and RS-422/485 ports, while a configurable GPIO system allows interfacing with hard
contacts and logic systems.
Note: The front panel is fitted to all NION models apart from the NION nE. This model is
managed using the web interface and NWare.
Features
Floating point DSP Engine with 6 DSP
chips (NION n6) or 3 DSP chips (NION
n3, NION nX)
World-famous MediaMatrix audio
algorithms
96 channels total audio I/O (NION n3,
NION n6) or 80 channels total audio I/O
(NION nX)
32 bits processing engine Supports optional hard-disk storage
24 bit conversion Windows configuration and control client
X-DAB bus (NION n3, NION n6)
supports up to 448 bi-directional audio
channels
Note: It is possible to exceed the 448
channel limit, but it is not recommended.
Testing has shown that using a greater
number of channels can produce
unexpected results.
Front panel interface with intuitive user
input controls (n3, n6 and nX models
only)
Robust Linux embedded system
controller
Integrated flash-based storage
systems
Full support for SNMP network
management tools
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Low latency audio performance Universal industrial-grade power supply
Integrated, modular CobraNet I/O Software support for large-scale
Network-centric architecture Advanced DSP compiler
Supports centralized, distributed or
hybrid processing
Integrated serial support Transparent control grouping across
Scalable I/O Architecture with four
8-channel bays (NION n3, NION 6) or
two 8-channel bays (NION nX)
Supports sample rates of 48 kHz and 96
kHz
Applications
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multi-node systems
Configurable GPIO with DIN rail
package
physical nodes
Supports redundant, self-healing
configurations
Standalone or combined operation
Stadiums
Auditoriums
Arenas
Civic centers
Performing arts centers
Theaters
Courts of law
Houses of worship
Campus buildings
Theme parks
Hotel meeting rooms
Conference centers
Schools
Cruise ships
Teleconferencing
Distance learning
Large-scale paging
Multi-purpose facilities
Retail
Restaurants & bars
Gaming
Institutional paging
Communications
Correctional facilities
Professional complexes
Residential.
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Cards
NIO-4x4
Four analog mic/line level audio input channels
Four analog line level audio output channels
24 bit A/D (inputs), 24 bit D/A (outputs)
48 or 96 kHz audio sampling rate supported
High reliability DIN connector to backplane, using slide rail for alignment
Mini-Euro connectors for easy input connection.
This type of card can be installed in any of the available expansion slots at the rear of the
NION.
NIO-8ml II
Eight analog mic/line level audio input channels
24 bit A/D (inputs)
48 or 96 kHz audio sampling rate supported
High reliability DIN connector to backplane, using slide rail for alignment
Mini-Euro connectors for easy input connection.
NIO-8i
NIO-8o
This type of card can be installed in any of the available expansion slots at the rear of the
NION.
Eight analog line level audio input channels
24 bit A/D (inputs)
48 or 96 kHz audio sampling rate supported
High reliability DIN connector to backplane, using slide rail for alignment
Mini-Euro connectors for easy input connection.
This type of card can be installed in any of the available expansion slots at the rear of the
NION.
Eight analog line level audio output channels
24 bit A/D (outputs)
48 or 96 kHz audio sampling rate supported
High reliability DIN connector to backplane, using slide rail for alignment
Mini-Euro connectors for easy input connection.
This type of card can be installed in any of the available expansion slots at the rear of the
NION.
NIO-AEC
Eight analog mic/line-level audio input channels with 24 bit A/D
Eight channels of wideband acoustic echo cancellation
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Acoustic echo cancellation can be applied to mic input or internal audio input channels
48 or 96 kHz audio sampling rate supported
High reliability DIN connector to backplane, using slide rail for alignment
Mini-Euro connectors for easy input connection.
This type of card can be installed in any of the available expansion slots at the rear of the
NION.
NIO-AES
Eight channel pairs of AES3 input or output audio channels
Input or output channel pairs may be selected individually in software
S/PDIF supported and enabled with onboard dip switches
Sample rate converters defeatable in the NWare control software
48 or 96 kHz audio sampling rate supported
High reliability DIN connector to backplane, using slide rail for alignment
Mini-Euro connectors for easy input connection.
This type of card can be installed in any of the available expansion slots at the rear of the
NION.
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Front Panel
1. IDE Single-color LED indicates activity to/from the internal IDE storage media.
2. CobraNet Single-color LED indicates activity to/from the internal CobraNet audio
transport.
3. LAN Single-color LED indicates activity to/from the Ethernet network interface.
4. XDAB Single-color LED indicates activity to/from the XDAB audio expansion bus.
(NION n3, n6 only.)
5. Fault Single-color LED indicates muted audio condition.
6. LCD Display Backlit graphical display provides access to system hardware monitoring,
configuration and status functionality. (NION n3, n6 and nX only.)
7. Air Vent Air intake vent provides fresh air flow to internal cooling system.
Do not block or obstruct this vent. Proper airflow must be maintained for proper
operation.
8. ATTN Button includes a red LED that flashes when user response is required.
Upon pressing, LCD will then jump directly to the LCD screen that will show the error.
(NION n3, n6 and nX only.)
9. Power Button will start the boot up process when in standby mode. When the unit is
running, the button will cause the LCD screen to jump directly to the Power menu, where
you can choose to Power Down or Reboot.
Note: There is an intentional delay after powering off and before the Power button will
turn on the unit. This is meant to protect the circuitry by allowing voltages to fully
discharge. The integrated LED will not illuminate.
10. Soft Buttons (4). Momentary buttons used in conjunction with the LCD display allow
user input and navigation of hardware functionality. The function of each button is
indicated on the display text of the LCD display graphic nearest the corresponding button.
The integrated LEDs will not illuminate. (NION n3, n6 and nX only.)
11. Data Wheel Continuous action rotary encoder and embedded push-button provide
navigation and data entry functionality in conjunction with the LCD display. The function
of these controls is dependent on the active function of the LCD display. (NION n3, n6
and nX only.)
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Rear panel
1. Serial Port Female DB-9 panel connector, which provides RS-232 communications for
external control protocols.
Note: On earlier units, this connector is on the front panel.
2. Power Receptacle Flush-mount IEC power receptacle for connecting a compatible IEC
power cable (included).
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Use only the supplied cable or an equivalent international version.
3. Module Bays Housing bays for NION series expansion cards. Up to 4 Nio series I/O cards
can be installed in a NION n3 or NION n6. Up to 2 Nio series I/O cards can be installed in
a NION nX.
4. XDAB In RJ-45 panel connector accepts a shielded CAT6 data cable for transport of the
proprietary NION digital audio input bus. (NION n3, n6 only.)
5. XDAB Out RJ-45 panel connector accepts a shielded CAT6 data cable for transport of the
proprietary NION digital audio output bus. (NION n3, n6 only.)
6. GPIO Female DB-25 panel connector provides access to the internal GPIO control
functionality.
7. LAN RJ-45 panel connector accepts a CAT5 data cable for data transport to/from the
internal network interface. This connection is required on all units for system
configuration and inter-unit communications.
8. RS-485/422 Female DB-9 panel connector accepts a standard DB-9 connector (not
included) to provide access to the external RS-485 or RS-422 external control protocols.
9. CobraNet Primary RJ-45 panel connector accepts a CAT5 data cable for data transport
to/from the integrated CobraNet audio transport network interface.
10. CobraNet Secondary RJ-45 panel connector accepts a CAT5 data cable for data transport
to/from the secondary integrated CobraNet audio transport network interface.
Note: This port does not provide additional CobraNet capacity and only becomes active in
the event that the network connected to the Primary CobraNet port becomes inoperative.
11. Power Supply Industrial ATX format power supply with exhaust fan.
Additional air flow is provided on the side panel opposite the power supply. Install
with at least 2” of free clearance on sides of unit. Do not block any air intake or
exhaust vent.
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Chapter 5
Setting up the NION
In This Chapter
Introduction ....................................................................................................... 26
Configuration .................................................................................................... 27
Updating the firmware ...................................................................................... 28
Using the front panel ......................................................................................... 28
Using the web interface .................................................................................... 36
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