Q-SYS AXPIO User guide

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Audio Extension I/O Modules

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Date 2/21/2020
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The symbols below are internationally accepted symbols that warn of potential hazards with electrical products.
This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to the presence of un-insulated dangerous voltage inside the enclosure -- voltage that may be sufficient to constitute a risk of shock.
This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the accompanying literature. Please read the manual.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. 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 third grounding prong. The wider blade or the 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.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by Attero Tech
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as 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.
15. When permanently connected, on all-pole mains switch with a contact separation of at least 3mm in each pole shall be incorporated in the electrical installation of the building.
16. If rack mounting, provide adequate ventilation. Equipment may be located above or below this apparatus but some equipment (like large power amplifiers) may cause an unacceptable amount of hum or may generate too much heat and degrade the performance of this apparatus.
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These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
This equipment generates, uses,
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference,
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WARRANTY INFORMATION

For a copy of the QSC Limited Warranty, visit the QSC website at www.qsc.com
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules and EN55022.
equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
and can
the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications
in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense.
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Contents

1 – Axiom Bus Overview ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
2 – ML1 – Overview .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
– ML1 – What’s in the Box ................................................................................................................................................... 1
– ML1 – Device Installation ................................................................................................................................................. 2
ML1 – Mounting .......................................................................................................................................................... 2
– ML1 – Signal Metering LED Indications ...................................................................................................................... 1
– ML1 – Controls ......................................................................................................................................................... 1
– ML1 – Device Config & Workflow Overview .............................................................................................................. 1
3 – USB1 – Overview ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 2
– USB1 – What’s in the Box .................................................................................................................................................. 2
– USB1 – Device Installation ............................................................................................................................................... 2
USB1 – Mounting ......................................................................................................................................................... 2
– USB1 – Status LEDs ................................................................................................................................................... 1
– USB1 – USB Audio Modes .......................................................................................................................................... 1
– Device Config & Workflow Overview ......................................................................................................................... 1
4 – BT1 – Overview .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
– BT1 – What’s in the Box .................................................................................................................................................... 2
– BT1 – Device Installation ................................................................................................................................................. 2
BT1 – Mounting ........................................................................................................................................................... 2
– BT1 – Status LEDs ..................................................................................................................................................... 3
– BT1 – Device Config & Workflow ............................................................................................................................... 3
– BT1 – Device Settings ....................................................................................................................................................... 3
– Bluetooth® Pairing/Connect Modes .......................................................................................................................... 3
4.3.1.1 – Manual Mode .................................................................................................................................................... 3
4.3.1.2 – Reconnect Mode ............................................................................................................................................... 3
4.3.1.3 – Exclusive Mode ................................................................................................................................................. 3
– Bluetooth® Audio Bridging ....................................................................................................................................... 4
4.3.2.1 – Media Bridging (only) ........................................................................................................................................ 4
4.3.2.2 – Call Bridging (only) ........................................................................................................................................... 4
4.3.2.3 – Call & Media Bridging ....................................................................................................................................... 4
– Bluetooth® Pass-through AVRCP (AV Remote Control Protocol) ................................................................................. 4
5 – AXP2O – Overview .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
– AXP2O – What’s in the Box ............................................................................................................................................... 5
– AXP2O – Device Installation .............................................................................................................................................. 6
– Mounting ................................................................................................................................................................. 6
– Audio Connections ........................................................................................................................................................... 7
– 3rd Party Control ............................................................................................................................................................... 7
– RS-232 Interface ............................................................................................................................................................... 7
6 – AXPio – Overview ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
– AXPio – What’s in the Box ................................................................................................................................................. 8
– USB1 – Device Installation ................................................................................................................................................ 8
– Mounting ......................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Hardware Connections ...................................................................................................................................................... 10
– Balanced to Balanced Wiring ................................................................................................................................... 10
Balanced to Unbalanced Wiring ................................................................................................................................. 10
– Unbalanced to Balanced Wiring ............................................................................................................................... 10
– Audio Configuration ....................................................................................................................................................... 11
– Input Settings ......................................................................................................................................................... 11
– Output Settings ...................................................................................................................................................... 11
– 3rd Party Control ............................................................................................................................................................. 11
– RS-232 Interface ............................................................................................................................................................. 11
ARCHITECTS & ENGINEERS SPECIFICATION ........................................................................................................................................................................ 1
ML1 .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
USB1 ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
BT1 ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
AXP2O ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
AXPio ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 2
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Device Specifications..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... iii
ML1 Specs ............................................................................................................................................................................... iii
USB1 Specs .............................................................................................................................................................................. iii
BT1 Specs ................................................................................................................................................................................ iv
AXP2O Specs ........................................................................................................................................................................... iv
AXPio Specs .............................................................................................................................................................................. v
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8P8C
TIA 568A
TIA 568B
Axiom Port
1
3: Green/White
2: Orange/White
Analog Audio 1+
2
3: Green
2: Orange
Analog Audio 1-
3
2: Orange/White
3: Green/White
Analog Audio 2+
4
1: Blue
1: Blue
RS-232 TXD)
5
1: Blue/White
1: Blue/White
RS-232 RXD
6
2: Orange
3: Green
Analog Audio 2-
7
4: Brown/White
4: Brown/White
+24 VDC
8
4: Brown
4: Brown
GND

1 – Axiom Bus Overview

The Attero Tech Axiom bus is a proprietary analog extension solution that leverages unshielded twisted pair cabling (CAT 5/6) to transmit two balanced audio channels, RS-232 control and 24V DC power for audio signal extension applications.
The Axiom bus is designed to support distances of up to 100m (total run length). The Axiom bus also supports daisy chain connectivity of up to two Axiom devices to provide flexible modularity for various audio device connectivity in installed AV systems.

Application Diagram

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Pin
Pair: Color
Table 1 - Axiom Bus Details
Pair: Color
Function
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Figure 1 - Axiom Bus Application
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2– ML1 – Overview

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Figure 2 – ML1 Front Panel
The Axiom ML1 provides an installation friendly simple to operate analog audio extension solution for analog mic and line level sources in cost-sensitive applications such as small and medium sized retail, restaurant, education, and hospitality venues.

– ML1 – What’s in the Box

The ML1 comes supplied with the following:
o Axiom ML1device
o Includes interchangeable white and black Decora-style
o (1) White US Single Gang Decora® cover plate w/screws o (1) Black US Single Gang Decora® cover plate w/screws o (2) Wall plate mounting screws
inserts
Figure 3 - Product Overview
ID Description
1 Gain Adjust Knobs
2 Signal Presence Indicators
3 3.5mm Input
4 XLR/TRS Input (1/4” TRS Padded for +20dBu support)
5 Axiom Port A Configuration Switches
6 Axiom Ports (A & B)
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Figure 4 - Dimensional Drawing

– ML1 – Device Installation

ML1 – Mounting

A typical installation will involve mounting the wall plate into a pre mounted wall box or mounting bracket. Before installation, make sure the wall box where the ML1 is to be installed is pre-wired with a suitable cable back to an Axiom-enabled expander/injector.
Prior to ML1 installation, ensure the power sourcing device (Axiom expander/injector) is powered off.
Attach and unshielded CAT-5/6 cable from the Axiom­enabled device to the Axiom port A of the ML1.
With the cable attached, carefully place the ML1 into the wall box taking care to not trap the cabling. Once in place, secure it with the screws provided. Once the unit is secured in the wall box, fit the Decora plate and secure it with the screws provided.
Now you may apply power to the Axiom-enabled expander/injector, the unit will power up and the signal presence LEDs should blink once quickly.
The ML1 comes in a single gang US Decora style form factor and may be mounted in most US single old and new work back boxes and mud-rings. Given the single gang size, the ML1 may be mounted in larger gang boxes with other single gang form factor products to provide flexible AV system modularity where needed.
*Note: CAD drawings can be downloaded from the QSC website. Please contact Attero Tech for any further product related information that is not accessible on the website.
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Figure 6 - Signal Flow

– ML1 – Signal Metering LED Indications

The ML1 is equipped with two LED indicators below the rotary encoders for each the ¼”/XLR Mic input and the 3.5mm line input. The following chart indicates the available LED status information:
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Overview
The ML1 may be configured for single use, or daisy-chained with one other Axiom device.
The default configuration is for single device use with Port B disabled and XLR enabled.
Figure 5 – LED Signal Metering
LED State Status
Off No signal present
Green -60 dBFS to < -20 dBFS
Yellow/Amber -20 dBFS to < -3 dBFS
Red -3 dBFS to 0 dBFS
Note: The full scale output of the Axiom bus is optimized for +20dBu levels, so 0dBFS in terms of metering refers to +20 dBu

– ML1 – Controls

The ML1 controls the desired input gain simply using the coinciding input knob (see Figure 4). Turning the knob clockwise raises the level, while counter-clockwise lowers.
– ML1 – Device Config & Workflow
Figure 7 - Switch Label/Config Options
The CH1 Select switches allows the integrator to route either the XLR or a sum of the XLR and 3.5mm inputs to the CH1 output of Axiom Port A.
The CH2 Select allows the integrator to route either the 3.5mm input or the Axiom Port CH1 (daisy chained Axiom device) to the CH2 output of Axiom Port A.
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3– USB1 – Overview

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Figure 8 – USB1 Front Panel
The Axiom USB1 provides bidirectional USB audio connectivity for education, corporate or hospitality applications. Connect a PC or music content server to interface your device’s USB audio content with the room’s audio system. The USB1 also offers BYOD (bring­your-own-device) support, allowing users to connect their laptops to integrate the room’s audio into their web conferencing application (Microsoft Teams, Zoom, etc).

– USB1 – What’s in the Box

The USB1 comes supplied with the following:
o Axiom USB1device o Includes interchangeable white and black Decora-style
inserts
o (1) White US Single Gang Decora® cover plate w/screws o (1) Black US Single Gang Decora® cover plate w/screws o (2) Wall plate mounting screws
Figure 9 - Product Overview
ID Description
1 Status LED
2 USB Type B Port
3 Axiom Port Configuration Switch
4 Axiom Ports (A & B)
5 Mini-USB Configuration Port
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Figure 10 - Dimensional Drawing

– USB1 – Device Installation

USB1 – Mounting

A typical installation will involve mounting the wall plate into a pre mounted wall box or mounting bracket. Before installation, make sure the wall box where the USB1 is to be installed is pre­wired with a suitable cable back to an Axiom-enabled expander/injector.
Prior to USB1 installation, ensure the power sourcing device (Axiom expander/injector) is powered off.
Attach and unshielded CAT-5/6 cable from the Axiom-enabled device to the Axiom port A of the USB1.
With the cable attached, carefully place the USB1 into the wall box taking care to not trap the cabling. Once in place, secure it with the screws provided. Once the unit is secured in the wall box, fit the Decora plate and secure it with the screws provided.
Now you may apply power to the Axiom-enabled expander/injector, the unit will power up and the signal presence LEDs should blink once quickly.
The USB1 comes in a single gang US Decora style form factor and may be mounted in most US single old and new work back boxes and mud-rings. Given the single gang size, the USB1 may be mounted in larger gang boxes with other single gang form factor products to provide flexible AV system modularity where needed.
*Note: CAD drawings can be downloaded from the QSC website. Please contact QSC for any further product related information that is not accessible on the website.
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– USB1 – Status LEDs

The USB1 is equipped with a single LED indicator above the USB port. The following chart indicates the available LED status information:
LED State Status
Off No power/boot
Blinking Green Booting
Green Normal Powered State
Blinking Yellow Identify
Blinking Red Muted

– USB1 – USB Audio Modes

The USB1 supports 16-bit/48 kHz audio with three configurable sound card options with which the USB audio interface will declare itself.
o 1x1 Speakerphone (no host AEC) o 1x1 Speakerphone (host AEC) o 2x0/1x0 Line in/Line out
USB audio will be routed through the following Axiom ports based on each corresponding audio mode. Modes are set using unIFY Control Panel.
Mode Axiom Pair A Axiom Pair B
1 x 1 Play/Record USB Playback Mono USB Record Mono
2 x 0 Play Only USB Playback Left USB Playback Right
1 x 0 Play Only USB Playback Mono N/A
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– Device Config & Workflow Overview

The USB1 may be configured for single use, or daisy-chained with one other Axiom device.
The default configuration is for single device use with Port B disabled and Ch2 transmitting via Port A.
Figure 11 – Switch/Label Config Options
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4 – BT1 – Overview

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Figure 12 – USB1 Front Panel
The Axiom BT1 provides two-way Bluetooth connectivity and a 3.5 mm stereo audio connector, allowing users to easily connect consumer-grade devices to the room’s audio system for music playback or Bluetooth conference call bridging.

– BT1 – What’s in the Box

The BT1 comes supplied with the following:
o Axiom BT1 device o Includes interchangeable white and black Decora-style
inserts
o (1) White US Single Gang Decora® cover plate w/screws o (1) Black US Single Gang Decora® cover plate w/screws o (2) Wall plate mounting screws
Figure 13 - Product Overview
ID Description
1 Status LED
2 Pairing Button
3 1/8” Line Input
4 Axiom Port Configuration Switch
5 Axiom Ports (A & B)
6 Mini-USB Configuration Port
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Figure 14 - Dimensional Drawing

– BT1 – Device Installation

BT1 – Mounting

A typical installation will involve mounting the wall plate into a pre mounted wall box or mounting bracket. Before installation, make sure the wall box where the BT1 is to be installed is pre­wired with a suitable cable back to an Axiom-enabled expander/injector.
Prior to USB1 installation, ensure the power sourcing device (Axiom expander/injector) is powered off.
Attach and unshielded CAT-5/6 cable from the Axiom-enabled device to the Axiom port A of the USB1.
With the cable attached, carefully place the BT1 into the wall box taking care to not trap the cabling. Once in place, secure it with the screws provided. Once the unit is secured in the wall box, fit the Decora plate and secure it with the screws provided.
Now you may apply power to the Axiom-enabled expander/injector, the unit will power up and the signal presence LEDs should blink once quickly.
The BT1 comes in a single gang US Decora style form factor and may be mounted in most US single old and new work back boxes and mud-rings. Given the single gang size, the BT1 may be mounted in larger gang boxes with other single gang form factor products to provide flexible AV system modularity where needed.
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– BT1 – Status LEDs

The BT1 is equipped with a single LED indicator above the pairing button. The following chart indicates the available LED status information:
LED State Status
White Idle
Flashing Blue Discoverable/Pairing Mode
Blue Connected
Red Initializing
Green AUX jack connection detected
Flashing White Identify
Flashing Purple RSSI value of active Bluetooth® ≤ -90

– BT1 – Device Config & Workflow

The BT1 may be configured for single use, or daisy-chained with one other Axiom device.
The default configuration is for single device use with Port B disabled and Ch2 transmitting via Port A.
Figure 15 – Switch/Label Config Options
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– BT1 – Device Settings

The BT1 is designed use in a number of configurable modes to facilitate comprehensive use in professional AV applications. The following sections describe the available modes and their functionality.

– Bluetooth® Pairing/Connect Modes

4.3.1.1 – Manual Mode
This usage model is intended for applications where casual users of a public venue (sports bar, spa, stadium luxury box, fitness center) have access to connect their devices to the audio system but headaches are minimized by eliminating automatic reconnect and pairing history features.
In this mode, users connect their Bluetooth® audio enabled smart device by simply pressing the front panel “PAIR” button. The status LED will begin flashing blue to indicate that the BT1 is now visible to other Bluetooth® devices and accepting pairings. This pairing period lasts 60 seconds after which the status LED will stop flashing and turn off and the BT1 will disable its Bluetooth® interface.
*Note: The default Bluetooth friendly name visible to other devices is “BT1-xx:xx:xx”. This name can be customized by the installer using the unIFY Control Panel software.
If a successful pairing is made during the pairing period, the status LED will stop flashing and turn constantly on.
To disconnect a Bluetooth device from the BT1, press and hold the PAIR button for 5 seconds and then release it. The status LED will turn off, and the connection will be reset. Another device may now be connected by repeating the pairing process.
4.3.1.2 – Reconnect Mode
In this mode, the BT1 maintains a pool of the last 10 paired devices and any previously paired device on that list will be permitted to reconnect when in range of the BT1 without requiring the front panel button to be pressed. The user simply selects the BT1 friendly name on their smart device.
Any new devices that are paired are added to the paired device list. If the list already full, a random device from the list will be removed and the new device added in its place.
4.3.1.3 – Exclusive Mode
This mode is intended for restricted/personal use and works similarly in operation to reconnect mode. However, rather than allow any known device from the pairing list to reconnect, only a specific device can be used with that particular BT1.
To setup a device as the exclusive device, set the BT1 to “Exclusive” mode, clear the pairing list, and then pair the desired exclusive device to the unit. The BT1 makes a note of this device and from that point on, only that exclusive device will be allowed to reconnect to that particular BT1 when in range. As with the reconnect mode, reconnection is done without requiring the front panel button to be pressed by simply selecting that particular BT1 on their smart device.
Once the BT1 has been associated with a device, both the front panel pair button and the remote “pair” command sent via the network are disabled and will have no effect.
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In order to attach a different device, either pairing list has to be cleared or the device mode needs to be changed.
*Note: In all modes once paired/connected, the Bluetooth® friendly name is able to be detected by other devices. However, while another device may be able to pair and save to its Bluetooth® device list when in this state, breaking the connection of the currently active device will not be possible.

– Bluetooth® Audio Bridging

4.3.2.1 – Media Bridging (only)
In this mode (A2DP profile), users may stream audio from media applications on the paired device. The user is protected from errant streaming of call audio over Bluetooth® link.
The media bridging mode is an excellent solution for applications such as hospitality, retail and fitness center background music where users want to maintain call privacy while sharing media audio from their device’s media applications.
4.3.2.2 – Call Bridging (only)
In this mode (HFP profile), users may stream incoming/outgoing calls from the paired device to/from the Axon-connected input and output. In this mode, the user is protected from errant streaming of media audio over Bluetooth® link.
The call bridging mode provides call connectivity for conferencing system users’ Bluetooth equipped devices to a networked audio based conferencing system. The addition of Bluetooth connectivity provides simple bridging of far end meeting participants for on the fly meeting productivity and backup conferencing connectivity in case of VoIP and Web-based conferencing service failures.
4.3.2.3 – Call & Media Bridging
In this mode, both profiles are available giving users the ability to control access of content (call and media) to the system from the paired device.
*Note: If your application requires call privacy, it is recommended to not utilize the combined call and media bridging mode as call audio will be shared automatically over the audio connection.
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– Bluetooth® Pass-through AVRCP (AV
Remote Control Protocol)
Many installed AV systems in both residential and commercial markets feature control products with customizable user interfaces. With a connected Bluetooth audio device as a source, it is desirable to have access to the device information and source content (artist / album / song) for use on the control system UI. Additionally, the end user of the system may control the source from any control panel that has this. This is useful if the device is left somewhere to charge and is out of reach to simply change songs or stop the audio playback.
Control API access is be available for the following AVRCP pass through commands:
a) Play b) Pause c) Stop d) Next Track e) Previous Track f) Volume Up g) Volume Down h) Mute
The AVRCP controls are provided within unIFY Control Panel for system commissioning and testing.
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5 – AXP2O – Overview

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The Axiom AXP2O provides analog audio output breakout, power injection and control system connectivity to Attero Tech’s Axiom endpoint products. The installer friendly form factor allows it to be placed on an equipment rack shelf or mounted to any flat surface.
Features:
Figure 16 – AXP2O Front Panel
o Analog Output - Two balanced line-level analog
outputs for connectivity to mixers, amplifiers and signal processors.
o Axiom port - Supports connectivity to any Attero
Tech Axiom endpoint.
o RS-232 - Provides RS-232 connectivity to control
systems for extending control to supported Axiom products (limited to one control enabled Axiom endpoint on the Axiom bus)
o LED indication of power status

– AXP2O – What’s in the Box

The AXP2O comes supplied with the following:
o Axiom AXP2O device o 24V AC/DC Power Supply
Figure 17 - Product Overview
ID Description
1 Axiom Port
2 Balanced Audio Output Terminal Blocks
3 RS-232 Terminal Block
4 Power Status LED
5 24V DC Power Input
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Figure 18 - AXP2O Dimensional Drawings

– AXP2O – Device Installation

– Mounting

A typical installation will involve mounting an Axiom wall plate into a pre mounted single-gang or larger wall box, standard drywall bracket or mud ring. Before starting, make sure the wall box where the Axiom device is to be installed is pre-wired with a suitable unshielded CAT5/6 cable back to the AXP2O break out box.
With the AXP2O powered off, attach the CAT cable from the Axiom port of the AXP2O to the RJ45 on the Axiom device.
Apply power by plugging in the 24V DC power supply to the DC power input on the AXP2O. The power LED on the AXP2O should illuminate green. Additionally, the Axiom wall plate should also start up and become ready to operate.
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With the cable attached, carefully place the Axiom wall plate into the wall box taking care to not trap the cabling. Once fully in place, secure it with the screws provided. Once the unit is secured in the wall box, fit the Decora plate over the front of the unit and secure it with the screws provided with it. It is recommended to not over-tighten the screws that attach the included Decora wall plate to prevent cracking it.
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+
-
GND
Pin 1
Pin 3
Pin 2
1
1 2
3
XLR-M
2-Wire Cabl e + Shield
Or 3-Wire Cable
TRS Plug
+
-
GND
Sleeve
Tip
Ring
2-Wire Cabl e + Shield
Or 3-Wire Cable
TRS Plug
+
-
GND
Sleeve
Tip
Ring
Output 2
Output 1
+
-
GND
2-Wire Cable
+ Shield
2-Wire Cable
+ Shield
RCA (R)
+
-
GND
Tip
RCA (L)
Tip
Output 2
Output 1
+
-
GND
Sleeve
Sleeve

– Audio Connections

The AXP2O provides balanced audio outputs to external analog audio equipment. Refer to the following diagrams for connecting the outputs of the AXP2O to audio devices.
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– 3rd Party Control

The RS-232 port on the AXP2O break-out box is intended for connectivity to 3 of Axiom into professional AV applications.

– RS-232 Interface

The RS-232 interface on the AXP2O is a pass through interface to the Axiom port. Actual serial port settings can be found on select Axiom products that support R2-232 control integration features.
rd
party control systems for extended integration
Figure 19 - AXP2O to Balanced Input Wiring Guide
Figure 20 - AXP2O to Unbalanced Input Wiring Guide
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6– AXPio – Overview

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– USB1 – Device Installation

The Axiom AXPio provides switchable analog audio input/output breakout, power injection and control system connectivity to Attero Tech’s Axiom endpoint products. The installer friendly form factor allows it to be placed on an equipment rack shelf or mounted to any flat surface.
Features:
Figure 21 – AXPio Front/Back Panels
o Analog I/O - Two balanced switchable line-level
analog inputs/outputs with pad/gain controls for connectivity to mixers, amplifiers and signal processors.
o Axiom port - Supports connectivity to any Attero
Tech Axiom endpoint.
o RS-232 - Provides RS-232 connectivity to control
systems for extending control to supported Axiom products (limited to one control enabled Axiom endpoint on the Axiom bus)
o LED indication of power status

– AXPio – What’s in the Box

The AXPio comes supplied with the following:
o Axiom AXPio device
Figure 22 - Product Overview
ID Description
1 Axiom Port
2 RS232 Terminal Block
3 Power Status LED
4 24V DC Power Input
5 Input Pad Control
6 I/O Mode selection switch
7 Output Gain Control
8 Balanced Audio I/O (based on Mode selection)
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Figure 23 - AXPio Dimensional Drawings

– Mounting

A typical installation will involve mounting an Axiom wall plate into a pre mounted single-gang or larger wall box, standard drywall bracket or mud ring. Before starting, make sure the wall box where the Axiom device is to be installed is pre-wired with a suitable unshielded CAT5/6 cable back to the AXPio break out box.
With the AXPio powered off, attach the CAT cable from the Axiom port of the AXPio to the RJ45 on the Axiom device.
Apply power by plugging in the 24V DC power supply to the DC power input on the AXPio. The power LED on the AXPio should illuminate green. Additionally, the Axiom wall plate should also start up and become ready to operate.
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With the cable attached, carefully place the Axiom wall plate into the wall box taking care to not trap the cabling. Once fully in place, secure it with the screws provided. Once the unit is secured in the wall box, fit the Decora plate over the front of the unit and secure it with the screws provided with it. It is recommended to not over-tighten the screws that attach the included Decora wall plate to prevent cracking it.
*Note: CAD drawings can be downloaded from the QSC website. Please contact Attero Tech by QSC for any further product related information that is not accessible on the website.
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Hardware Connections

The AXPio provides balanced line-level audio connections to external analog audio equipment. Refer to the following diagrams and instructions for connecting different types of audio devices to the input and/or outputs of the AXPio. Professional grade audio cabling is recommended to achieve the best audio performance throughout the system.
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– Balanced to Balanced Wiring

Figure 25 - Balanced Wiring Guide
Figure 24 - I/O ports/wiring

Balanced to Unbalanced Wiring

Figure 26 – Unbalanced Wiring Guide

– Unbalanced to Balanced Wiring

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– Audio Configuration

Based on the I/O mode selected the device can be configured with two options.
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– 3rd Party Control

The RS-232 port on the AXPio break-out box is intended for connectivity to 3 of Axiom into professional AV applications.

– RS-232 Interface

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Figure 28 - I/O configuration pots

– Input Settings

The line-level input pads are adjusted using 2 rotary pots. A small screwdriver is needed to adjust the input pad levels. The inputs have an adjustable attenuation range of +24 to 0 dBu, allowing an input full scale input signal range of 0 dBu to +24 dBu.

– Output Settings

The output gains are adjusted using 2 rotary pots. A small screwdriver is needed to adjust the gain levels. The outputs have an adjustable gain range of 0 to +24dB, allowing for full scale output levels of 0 dBu to +24 dBu.
The RS-232 interface on the AXPio is a pass through interface to the Axiom port. Actual serial port settings can be found on select Axiom products that support R2-232 control integration features.
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ARCHITECTS & ENGINEERS SPECIFICATION

ML1
The single gang mount interface unit shall have two potentiometers on the front panel for gain control of the 3.5mm input and the balanced input independently.
The unit shall have a 3.5mm stereo consumer level input and a ¼”/XLR combo Mic/Line input. This input is amplified and sent to the Axiom bus. The XLR input shall be dedicated for dynamic microphone signals, while the ¼” input may be used to interface balanced line level audio sources to the Axiom bus.
The unit shall have a selector switches for audio channel routing on the top of the unit.
There shall be two bi-color signal presence and level indicator LEDs on the front of the unit. One for the balanced input and one for the
3.5mm input.
The unit shall have two 8P8C RJ45 type connectors on the back side of the unit.
The unit shall support daisy chain of up to 1 other Axiom device, using 2 RJ45 (8P8C style connectors) for connectivity to CAT-X cabling.
The device shall support mounting the mounting of multiple units side by side in a multi-gang wall box or one unit in a single gang US wall box.
The unit shall be the Attero Tech Axiom ML1.

USB1

The single gang mount interface unit shall have a USB type-B connector on the front panel for connecting to PC or Mac.
The unit shall have software switchable options for 1x1, 2x0, or 1x0 audio routing. This audio is sent over the Axiom bus.
The unit shall have selector switches for audio channel routing on the top of the unit.
The unit shall have a USB mini type-B connector for software configuration of the unit.
There shall a single bi-color status LED on the front of the unit.
The unit shall have two 8P8C RJ45 type connectors on the back side of the unit.
The unit shall support daisy chain of up to 1 other Axiom device, using 2 RJ45 (8P8C style connectors) for connectivity to CAT-X cabling.
The device shall support mounting the mounting of multiple units side by side in a multi-gang wall box or one unit in a single gang US wall box.
The unit shall be the Attero Tech Axiom USB1.
BT1
The single gang mount interface unit shall have a 3.5mm stereo consumer level TRRS input/output and a Bluetooth® 3.0 compatible audio receiver/transmitter in a Decora form factor. These inputs/outputs are sent to the Axiom bus.
The unit shall support media and/or call bridging functionality via Bluetooth® connection.
The unit shall have selector switches for audio channel routing on the top of the unit.
The unit shall have a USB mini type-B connector for software configuration of the unit.
There shall be two bi-color signal presence and level indicator LEDs on the front of the unit. One for the balanced input and one for the
3.5mm input.
The unit shall have two 8P8C RJ45 type connectors on the back side of the unit.
The unit shall support daisy chain of up to 1 other Axiom device, using 2 RJ45 (8P8C style connectors) for connectivity to CAT-X cabling.
The device shall support mounting the mounting of multiple units side by side in a multi-gang wall box or one unit in a single gang US wall box.
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AXP2O

The device shall have an 8P8C connector for connectivity to Axiom bus compatible products.
Two 3-position de-pluggable terminal blocks provide balanced analog audio breakout from the Axiom port for connectivity to the balanced or unbalanced inputs of external audio equipment.
A single, 3-postion de-pluggable terminal block provides RS-232 pass through connectivity to the Axiom port
The 24VDC input provides power injection to the Axiom port/bus.
The interface shall be compliant with the RoHS directive.
The device shall be the Attero Tech Axiom AXP2O.

AXPio

The flange mount interface unit shall two installer selectable analog inputs or outputs. The line-level analog inputs shall have an attenuation range of +24 to 0 dBu, allowing an input full scale input signal range of 0 dBu to +24 dBu. The line-level analog outputs shall have a gain range of 0 to +24dB, allowing for full scale output levels of 0 dBu to +24 dBu.
The device shall have an 8P8C connector for connectivity to Axiom bus compatible products.
Two 3-position de-pluggable terminal blocks provide balanced analog audio breakout from the Axiom port for connectivity to the balanced or unbalanced inputs or outputs of external audio equipment.
A single, 3-postion de-pluggable terminal block provides RS-232 pass through connectivity to the Axiom port
The 24VDC input provides power injection to the Axiom port/bus.
The interface shall be compliant with the RoHS directive.
The device shall be the Attero Tech Axiom AXPio.
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Device Specifications

ML1 Specs

Audio Inputs (Mic/Line)
Connector Type XLR – ¼” Combo
Gain 0 to 50 dB
Input Impedance >2kOhms at any gain (mic) >10kOhms Line
Maximum Input Levels
THD+N <0.05% @ 1 kHz, -3 dBFS input, 20-20kHz
Frequency Response 20-20 kHz, +/- 1 dB (1/4”), 50-20kHz +/- 1 dB (XLR)
Dynamic Range >110 dB at minimum gain
EIN -115 dBu
Connector Type 3.5mm TRS
Gain 0 to 20 dB
Input Impedance >10K ohms at any gain
Maximum Input Levels +12 dBu @ minimum gain
+20 dBu @ minimum gain (XLR)
+18 dBu @ minimum gain (1/4”)
Audio Inputs (3.5 mm Line)
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Physical Layer Analog Audio, RS-232 Control, 24V DC Power
Connector (s) 8P8C
Cable Quality CAT-5e or better, UTP
Power Specifications
DC Power 24V DC (via Axiom port)
Power Consumption 50mA @ 24V / 1.2W
Physical Dimensions
Width 1.66”
Height 1.14”
Depth 2.35”
Weight 0.35 lbs.
Regulatory Compliance
Certifications
WEEE
RoHS
THD+N <0.05% @ 1 kHz, -3 dBFS input. 20-20kHz
Frequency Response 20-20 kHz, +/- 1 dB
Dynamic Range >110 dB at minimum gain

USB1 Specs

USB
Connector Type
Audio Connectivity
Input Impedance >2kOhms at any gain (mic) >10kOhms Line
Maximum Input Levels
THD+N <0.05% @ 1 kHz, -3 dBFS input, 20-20kHz
Frequency Response 20-20 kHz, +/- 1 dB (1/4”), 50-20kHz +/- 1 dB (XLR)
Dynamic Range >110 dB at minimum gain
Connector Type 3.5mm TRS
Gain 0 to 20 dB
Input Impedance >10K ohms at any gain
Maximum Input Levels +12 dBu @ minimum gain
USB Type B
USB Mini Type B (for configuration)
USB Audio 1.1, Compatible with Windows 7 or newer, and MacOS 10.7 or newer
+20 dBu @ minimum gain (XLR)
+18 dBu @ minimum gain (1/4”)
Audio Output (3.5 mm Line)
Environmental Operating Specifications
Operating Temperature
0 to 40° C
Axiom
Physical Layer Analog Audio, RS-232 Control, 24V DC Power
Connector (s) 8P8C
Cable Quality CAT-5e or better, UTP
Power Specifications
DC Power 24V DC (via Axiom port)
Power Consumption 50mA @ 24V / 1.2W
Physical Dimensions
Width 1.66”
Height 1.14”
Depth 2.35”
Weight
Regulatory Compliance
Certifications
WEEE
RoHS
THD+N <0.05% @ 1 kHz, -3 dBFS input. 20-20kHz
Frequency Response 20-20 kHz, +/- 1 dB
Dynamic Range >110 dB at minimum gain
Operating Temperature
Environmental Operating Specifications
0 to 40° C
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Audio Inputs (Bluetooth/Line)
Input Types
Bluetooth Range 10m (30ft) minimum
Input Impedance >10k Ohms Line (3.5mm)
Maximum Input Levels
THD+N <0.05% @ 1 kHz, -3 dBFS input, 20-20kHz
Frequency Response 20-20 kHz, +/- 1 dB (1/4”), 50-20kHz +/- 1 dB (XLR)
Dynamic Range 90 dB at minimum gain
Output Types
Output Impedance <200 ohms on 3.5mm
Frequency Response 20-20 kHz, +/- 1 dB
A2DP Media Audio Bridging (100-150ms latency)
HFP Hands-Free Call Bridging (30ms latency)
AVRCP A/V Remote Control
Stero Bluetooth® v3.0 audio receiver Stereo Unbalanced Inputs on 3.5mm TRRS
+20 dBu @ minimum gain (XLR)
+18 dBu @ minimum gain (1/4”)
Audio Outputs (Bluetooth/Line)
Stero Bluetooth® v3.0 audio transmitter
Mono line level on 3.5mm TRRS
Bluetooth® Profiles
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Physical Layer Analog Audio, RS-232 Control, 24V DC Power
Connector (s) 8P8C
Cable Quality CAT-5e or better, UTP
Power Specifications
DC Power 24V DC (center positive barrel jack)
Power Consumption 50mA @ 24V / 1.2W
Physical Dimensions
Width 1.66”
Height 1.14”
Depth 2.35”
Weight
Regulatory Compliance
Certifications
Environmental Operating Specifications
Operating Temperature
WEEE
RoHS
0 to 40° C

AXP2O Specs

Audio Outputs
Connector Type 3.81mm, 3 position de-pluggable terminal blocks
Input Impedance >2kOhms at any gain (mic) >10kOhms Line
Maximum Output Levels
THD+N <0.05% @ 1 kHz, -3 dBFS input, 20-20kHz
Frequency Response 20-20 kHz, +/- 1 dB
Dynamic Range >100 dB
Connector Type 3.81mm, 3 position de-pluggable terminal blocks
Physical Layer RS-232
+20 dBu
Control Port
Axiom Port
Physical Layer Analog Audio, RS-232 Control, 24V DC Power
Connector (s) 8P8C
Cable Quality CAT-5e or better, UTP
Power Specifications
DC Power 24V DC (center positive barrel jack)
Power Consumption <30mA @ 24V / 0.72 W
Physical Dimensions
Width 5.6”
Height 4.2”
Depth 1.66
Weight 0.15 lbs.
Regulatory Compliance
Certifications
WEEE
RoHS
Environmental Operating Specifications
Operating Temperature
0 to 40° C
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Audio Inputs (when selected)
I/O Type
Maximum Input Levels +24 dBu to 0dBu line-level
THD+N <= 0.05% at 3dB for all attenuation levels
Dynamic Range >= 100 dB (20 -22 kHz)
Frequency Response 20 to 20 kHz, +/- 1 dB at all attenuation settings
I/O Type
Maximum output level 0 dBu to +24 dBu (0 to +24 dB gain range)
THD+N <= 0.05% at 3dB for all gain levels
Dynamic Range >= 95 dB (20 -22 kHz) @ any output gain
Two switchable Balanced a nd RF filtered
3-pin de-pluggable terminal blocks
Audio Outputs (when selected)
Two switchable Balanced a nd RF filtered
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Physical Layer Analog Audio, RS-232 Control, 24V DC Power
Connector (s) 8P8C
Cable Quality CAT-5e or better, UTP
Power Specifications
DC Power 24V DC (center positive barrel jack)
Power Consumption <30mA @ 24V / 0.72 W
Physical Dimensions
Width 6.485"
Height 1"
Depth 2.622"
Weight
Regulatory Compliance
Certifications
WEEE
RoHS
Environmental Operating Specifications
Operating Temperature
0 to 40° C
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