
This Quick Reference Guide provides all the steps necessary to install the SSA-4004-
32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C)
10% to 90% Relative Humidity (non-condensing)
3 cubic feet per minute (CFM) recommended.
Net: 5.25 lb (2.38 kg)
Shipping: 7.8 lb (3.54 kg)
100-240V AC, 50/60 Hz, (1.8 Amp maximum)
Total Harmonic Distortion +
Noise (THD+N)
<0.005%, 20Hz - 20KHz, -100dB@1kHz
Dynamic Range
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR)
20Hz - 20kHz +0dB +/-0.1dB
44.1 kHz/48 kHz/96 kHz/192 kHz at 16-bit or 24bit resolution
FCC Part 15 | S Mark | CE Mark | C-Tick
Minimum Supported Release
Resets Static IP address. Insert pin into hole for 5 seconds
to reset.
Green indicates the system has adequate power and is
operating normally.
Red indicates the system is in standby mode. In standby
most of the Controller circuitry is powered down.
Off indicates that the system is getting no power.
Green indicates the Host has established
communications with the embedded system.
Green flashing indicates the embedded system is ready
(running with DHCP IP address), but the Host has not
established communications with the embedded system.
Off indicates the embedded processor is resetting or is
powered up; and is booting the embedded firmware.
Red indicates the Host has determined the firmware
needs to be updated, but a problem occurred during the
process that will initiate a reset.
Red flashing indicates the embedded firmware is
running, but has not received a DHCP IP Address.
Amber indicates the Host is currently updating the
embedded firmware.
Amber flashing indicates the embedded system has a
valid link-local IP Address and is waiting to connect to
the Host.
Hardware Failure
If the Controller has a hardware failure, the Status LED
indication will be interrupted every 3 seconds with a solid
red indication. For example, if the LED is flashing green
when a hardware failure occurs, the LED will flash green,
solid red, etc in 3 second intervals.
Green indicates RS-232 serial port data activity.
Off indicates no RS-232 serial port activity.
Green indicates GPIO port signal activity.
Off indicates no GPIO port activity.
Insert pin into hole for about 5 seconds to place into standby
mode. The Power LED turns red. Insert the pin again for
about 1 second to take system out of standby mode. The I/O
power switch on the back of Controller must be On (I) to
enable this function. To turn the power off for the entire
system, use the switch on the rear panel.
HDMI not included with the SSA-4004 - This LED is not
functional.
Green indicates IR port signal activity.
Off indicates no IR port activity.
RJ-45 10/100 Base-T, auto-negotiating port with Link/
Activity and Speed LEDs.
RJ-45 ports used to transmit and receive serial binary
data transmission.
General Purpose Input and Output ports. Uses 6-pin
screw-down connector.
The digital GPIO ports are binary I/O ports used for
contact closure, trigger (output), or detect (input). The
COM pin is used for common ground.
When configured as an input, the port detects a voltage
present. GPIO inputs can safely detect the presence of a
voltage 0-30V DC with a threshold of approximately 2.4V
DC.
When configured as an output, a GPIO port outputs a
voltage below 12V DC. The maximum current per port is
150 milliamps. The combined maximum current for all
GPIO outputs is 550 milliamps. An overcurrent condition
shuts down the output if that number is exceeded.
4 Analog Audio Inputs (4 Right and 4 Left)
4 Stereo line-level audio outputs (4 Right and 4 Left RCA
jacks)
100-240V, 2.5A—Fast acting fuse. This is fieldreplaceable.
Green indicates an Ethernet link has been established.
Green flashing indicates Ethernet activity.
Off indicates an Ethernet link has not been established.
Green indicates an Ethernet speed of 100 Mb.
Infrared transmitter ports. Uses 6-pin screw down
connector. (3.81 mm each).
Receives stereo PCM signal from TosLink digital audio
connection.
On/Off switch -
I is used to power the controller to the On state.
O is used to power the controller to the Off state.
100-240V AC, 50/60 Hz, 1.8 Amp
SSA-4004-00 | 009-1199-00 | 140509
Savant Confidential and Proprietary
SmartAudio 6 x 4 Audio Matrix
(SSA-4004)
Quick Reference Guide
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product information.
xx. The SSA-4004 is a 6 x 4 audio matrix switcher and controller in a 1U rackmountable design.
Box Contents
(1) SSA-4004-00
(1) Installation Kit (075-0144-xx)
(2) 1U Rack Mounting Brackets (071-0603-xx)
(4) Phillips Screws for Brackets (M3 x 8MM Flat) (039-0017-xx)
(2) 6-Pin Screw Down Plug in Connector (028-9352-xx)
(1) Power cord C13 (6 feet) (N. America) (064-0079-xx)
or appropriate international power cord
(1) Quick Reference Guide (this document)
Required System Component
(1) Savant Smart Host or Savant Pro Host
Specifications
Rear Panel
Front Panel

Wiring and Connectors
SSA-4004-00 | 009-1199-00 | 140509
Savant Confidential and Proprietary
RS-232 Wiring
RS-422/RS-485 Pinouts
RJ-45 to DB9 Adapters
Savant uses RJ-45 connectors for RS-232/422/485, other manufacturers control
systems may use the standard DB9. To make connection easy, Savant offers RJ-45 to
DB9 adapters in a variety of configurations that can be used to connect to SmartAudio
for RS-232/422/485 control. Be sure and choose the adapter that provides a proper
connection to the control systems RS-232/422/485 port. Refer to the manufacturers
support for the control systems configuration.
For more information on Savant RJ-45 to DB9 adapters, see RS-232 Conversion to
DB9 and RS-422/485 Pinout application note located on the Savant Portal.
IMPORTANT! If you are using RJ-45 to DB9 adapters not supplied by Savant:
Ensure that any wires required for communication/control are terminated within the
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adapter.
Ensure that all wires NOT required for communication/control are NOT terminated in
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the connecter.
Ensure that the unused wires in the connector are cut to prevent them shorting out, as
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they are still terminated in the RJ-45 connector on the controller side
GPIO and IR Connections
Network Requirements
Savant requires the use of business class/commercial grade network equipment
throughout the network to ensure the reliability of communication between devices.
These higher quality components also allow for more accurate troubleshooting when
needed.
Connect all Savant devices to the same local area network (LAN), virtual local area
network (VLAN), or subnet as the host. Savant recommends not implementing any
type of traffic or packet shaping in your network topology for the Savant devices as this
may interfere with performance.
Network Configuration
To ensure that the IP address of the SSA-4004 will not change due to a power outage,
a static IP address or DHCP reservation should be configured. Savant recommends
using DHCP reservation within the router. By using this method, static IPs for all
devices can be managed from a single UI avoiding the need to access devices
individually.
DHCP Reservation
Setting DHCP reservation varies from router to router. Refer to the documentation for
the router on how to configure DHCP reservation.
Network Changes
The SSA-4004 requires rebooting after connecting to a new network, changing routers,
or if the IP address range is changed in the current router. If the SSA-4004 is not
rebooted after making network changes, the controller will not sense the changes
made to the network or IP settings. The Status LED (Front Panel item 3) will start to
flash and reports will be logged within System Monitor.
To reboot the controller preform one of the following steps.
Reset IP via Front Panel Button
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See Front Panel item 1.
Cycle Power
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Disconnect the controller from the AC power source for 15 seconds, and then
reconnect.
Hot Plug the Ethernet (LAN) Connection
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Disconnect the Ethernet (LAN) connection from the controller for 15 seconds, and
then reconnect.
Checking and Replacing the Fuse
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD: Disconnect the unit from AC power by removing
the power cord from the AC outlet and the unit before replacing the fuse.
IMPORTANT: The orientation of the cartridge within the unit and location of the
fuse within the cartridge are crucial to proper operation. Make note of the
orientation of the cartridge and the fuse location within the cartridge before
removing.
1. Disconnect the unit from AC power by removing the power cord.
2. Open the fuse cover on the AC power input using a flat head screwdriver or similar
thin flat head tool. This will allow access to the fuse cartridge.
3. Using a flat head screwdriver or similar thin flat head tool, gently loosen the cartridge,
and pull the cartridge out of the unit slowly. As the cartridge is removed, make note of
the orientation as it is important to proper operation.
Tip: Mark the Chassis, and Fuse Holder with a marker in order to align when
replacing.
4. Remove the old fuse from the cartridge and discard.
5. Gently place the new fuse in the cartridge, and place the cartridge part way into the
receptacle aligning it as defined in the diagram.
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6. Gently press on the cartridge the rest of the way until it seats into the terminals at the
rear of the slot.
Note: If any resistance is encountered during seating the cartridge, DO NOT apply
more pressure. Stop pressing on the cartridge, remove it, verify the orientation, and
repeat step.
Additional Documentation
Additional Documentation is available on the Savant Portal.
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