B&K HT 70 Configuration and Control, GUI On-Screen Overlay Interface, Ethernet Communication

8	CONFIGURATION AND CONTROL
	There are a few different ways to achieve control and configuration of the Reference 70. Using the
	component video or HDMI output on the Reference 70 you can get the on-screen menu GUI to an
	HD monitor. Ethernet or RS-232 communication can also be used using a serial or ethernet control
	device or a PC. Some restrictions may apply. Please see the full manual or the B&K website for fur-
	ther information.

GUI On-Screen Overlay Interface

To program the unit using the on-screen menu system use the component video or HDMI output to your High Definition television or monitor. Note: The menu output is 720p, 1080i, 1080p ONLY. The front panel display or SR 10.1 remote can be used to navigate the menu system. For specific menu structure examples please see the full Reference 70 manual.

Ethernet Communication

Typically a router would be used in a situation for Ethernet communication. This is because a router would assign an IP address to the B&K unit. Only in advanced situations would a static IP address would be used.

Connection Instructions

1.Make sure that all devices are powered off, including the B&K, Router, PCs, switches, etc.

2.Connect one end of an Ethernet network cable to one of the numbered ports on the back of the Router. Connect the other end to the Ethernet port on the B&K. Repeat this step to connect more PCs or other net- work devices to the Router. Power the router as needed.

3.Connect your cable or DSL modem’s Ethernet cable to the Router’s Internet port. Power on the cable or DSL modem, B&K product, router, etc.

6.Power on your PC(s). Open the necessary B&K programs and either configure or control the Reference 70. Note: Please see the full Reference 70 manual for further information.

Shown is a net- work router which would assign an IP address to the B&K.

To Network

To Computer

RS-232 Communication

Plug one end of a RJ-45 terminated straight through CAT-5 cable into the serial communications port on the back of the computer using the serial DB-9 to RJ-45 Adapter. Plug the other end of the RJ-45 terminated cable into the RS-232 I/O port on the Preamplifier. Once your COM settings are determined, configure the B&K Suite and B&K Editors for simple and easy setup. Note that many modern laptops do not come equipped with a DB-9 style serial port. If your computer only has a USB style serial port, you'll need to obtain a USB to DB-9 Serial port adapter cable.

B&K offers a pre-made connector suitable for connecting a serial port to a standard network CAT-5 cable with RJ-45 connectors. However, if you wish to make your own, please contact B&K Components for the pin connection.