QSC Audio CM16a manual Introduction- Sample Network Topologies

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Section 1: Introduction- Sample Network Topologies

The simplest network configuration is a single system controller computer and a CM16a con- nected by a single Ethernet crossover cable. A standard Ethernet cable would NOT work. The crossover-type cable must be used when con- necting the CM16a directly to the system con- troller computer. This type of cable switches (or crosses over) the transmit and receive sig- nals from one end to the other enabling con- nection without a hub or repeater.

For distances longer than 100 meters (~300 feet) a repeater must be used. An active hub may be used as well. Active hubs “clean up” and retransmit the network traffic, much as a repeater does, only with multiple ports. The active hub would allow for future expansion.

If there are two or more CM16a’s in the network (or other network de- vices present) use a hub to create a star topology.

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Contents CM16a Amplifier Network Monitor ¨ Warning ¨ Table of Contents CM16a Amplifier Network Monitor Federal Communications Commission FCC Information Introduction- Overview Physical Characteristics Introduction- Physical Characteristics & LayoutIntroduction- Physical Layout Diagram Functional LISTING, Block Diagram & Detailed Descriptions Introduction- List of Functions & FeaturesIntroduction- Block Diagram part Introduction- Block Diagram part Introduction- Detailed Description of Functions Amplifier Monitoring Functions Introduction- Detailed Description of FunctionsRS-232 Port Functions Introduction- Network Description Introduction- Sample Network Topologies Introduction- Sample Network Topologies Location Considerations Installation- Basics and MountingWhat is Included in the Carton UnpackingConnecting AC Power Installation- Mounting and AC PowerConnecting Audio Inputs Installation- ConnectionsConnecting the Monitor Chain OUT Connecting page InputConnecting the RLY/TRG Connecting the RLY OUTConnecting to Amplifiers Connecting to the RS-232 PortInstallation- Rear Panel Detail Installation- Hookup Example Operation- General Safe levels ANY time Bypass mode is usedThere are two distinctly different Bypass modes Operation- LED Behavior & Bypass Switch UsageUploading a new application file Tftp file transfer Operation- Bypass Switch UsageOperation- Serial Port I/O Interface Xon/Xoff Only Required for Attaching to Existing Networks IP Address AssignmentOperation- Telnet Access Fuse Replacement Operation- Fuse ReplacementSpecifications- Dimensions Specifications Input Signal ProcessingPower amplifier output processing Power amplifier management Control room foldback monitoringContact closure inputs and outputs Network Interface RS232 PortGeneral ARCHITECT’S and ENGINEER’S Specifications Ethernet Cabling Appendix- Ethernet Cable PinoutsAppendix- DataPort Pin-out & Connector P-N’s Pin Signal DescriptionDescription Encode Signals How to Contact QSC Audio Products

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CM16a specifications

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