Escient technical specifications MS616A Switch 16 Channel Audio, Installation and Setup Guide

MS616A Switch 16 Channel

Audio

Installation and Setup Guide

Supported Models

This installation guide covers this Switch 16 Channel Audio model:

•Europe: EFMS616A/N1B

•UK: EFMS616A/T1B

What’s in the Box

The following items are included in your Escient Switch 16 Channel Audio

•Escient Matrix Switch 16 Channel Audio (MS616A)

•IEC power cord

•This manual

Safety Instructions

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 dry cloth.

7.Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufac- turer’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 a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your out-

let, 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 the manufacturer.

12.Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manu- facturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13.Unplug this apparatus during lighting 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 when a 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 oper- ate normally, or has been dropped.

WARNING! Do not expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing. Do not place objects filled with liquids near the apparatus.

AVERTISSEMENT!N'exposez pas l'appareil à l'égoutture ou à l'éclaboussement. Ne placez pas les objets remplis de liquides près de l'appareil.

WARNUNG! Setzen Sie den Apparat nicht Bratenfett oder dem Spritzen aus. Setzen Sie nicht die Gegenstände, die mit Flüssigkeiten nahe dem Apparat gefüllt werden.

WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

AVERTISSEMENT!Pour réduire le risque du feu ou de choc électrique, n'exposez pas cet appareil à la pluie ou à l'humidité.

WARNUNG!Um das Risiko des Feuers oder des elektrischen Schlages zu verringern, setzen Sie diesen Apparat nicht Regen oder Feuchtigkeit aus.

WARNING! Equipment must be connected to a Mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.

AVERTISSEMENT!L'équipement doit être relié à une sortie de douille de forces à un raccordement de mise à la terre protecteur.

WARNUNG!Ausrüstung muss an einen Hauptleitungseinfaßungsanschluß mit einem schützenden Erdunganschluß angeschlossen werden.

Requirements and Specifications

Network Requirement: Ethernet or ZigBee 802.15.4 mesh network

Technical Specifications

Table 1-1. MS616A Technical Specifications

Inputs
# of Channels	16 L/R Stereo Pairs
Input Connectors	RCA Jacks
Input Impedance	10 kΩ typical
Nominal Input Level	-14 dBV
Maximum Input Level	+4 dBV
Outputs
# of Channels	16 L/R Stereo Pairs
Output Connectors	RCA Jacks
Output Impedance	50 Ω typical
Nominal Output Level	-14 dBV
Maximum Output Level	+4 dBV
Zone (Output) Control:
Available Gain	Mute (-75 dB) to -40 to +8 dB
Treble	-12 to +12 dB, 2 dB steps, High Shelving EQ
Bass	-12 to +12 dB, 2 dB steps, Low Shelving EQ
Balance	L / R
Input Power Requirement:
Voltage	100-240V~
Frequency	50/60 Hz
Amps	0.12/0.06 Amps
Watts	14.4 Watts

Additional Resources

The following resources are available:

•Your Escient-authorized reseller

•Escient Web Site: http://www.escient.co.uk

Features and Benefits

•Switches up to 16 input sources to up to 16 simultaneous output zones.

•Adjustable gain, treble, bass, and balance for each zone

•Audio sensing on inputs

•Device chassis is three standard rack units (RU) tall and rack mountable con- forming to EIA 19” rack standards (13.3 cm x 44 cm x 35.6 cm)

•Communicates with control devices via Ethernet 10/100 port and ZigBee (a wireless standard for mesh-networking).

Backlighting feature turns on with any button push or Select Dial push and stays lit for a preset time (default is 30 seconds).

About the Switch 16 Channel Audio

Front View

1 2 3

1.Front Display—For displaying or setting audio switch settings and navigating system menus

2.Buttons—For choosing options or menus displayed in the front panel user interface

3.Select Dial—For scrolling through and selecting screen elements or options displayed in the LCD

Back View

1 2 3 4

1.Power Plug Port—For standard IEC cord (included). Supports universal AC input (100-240 VAC 50/60 Hz).

2.Ethernet—RJ-45 for a 10/100 Mb Ethernet connection

3.Audio In (Left-Right pairs) 1-16—RCA jacks for stereo channel input for up to 16 stereo analog sources

4.Audio Out (Left-Right pairs) 1-16—RCA jacks for stereo channel line output for up to 16 amplifiers

Source Inputs

Each of the 16 signal sensing analog audio inputs (the RCA style ports) is labeled 1-16 for each individual source.

Audio Outputs

The system automatically creates generic source names displayed in the front of the device. To change these names, you must update your system using supported system designing software (such as Composer Pro on a PC). For more information, refer to the documentation that shipped with your Escient controller or contact your professional installer or reseller.

Front Display

The best method of initially setting up system routing for the Switch 16 Channel Audio is using Composer Pro software on a PC (for trained installers only). You can also make adjustments from the front display.

The front display allows you to set or change audio source routing and change zone settings for volume, bass, treble, and mute. The display also shows the current source and zone activity.

Set Up the Switch 16 Channel Audio

This device operates as part of the Escient home system, which requires physical and logical connections to function as designed.

Essential setup tasks include:

1.Connect Input and Output Devices

2.Connect Input and Output Devices

3.Connect to the Network and Power

4.Set Up Logical Connections

5.Static IP Modifications

This chapter describes, in general terms, how to set up physical connections required for the Switch 16 Channel Audio and all associated devices. Refer to any device-specific documentation for additional installation instructions.

To set up the logical connections required, refer to Escient Composer Pro User Guide software documentation.

Connect Input and Output Devices

1.Connect audio source devices (such as CD changers or players, tuners, iPods, or tape players) you want included in the system to the audio in jacks.

2.Connect amplifiers or amplified speakers as needed to the audio out jacks.

Connect to the Network and Power

1.If you are using an Ethernet connection for the Switch 16 Channel Audio, plug the data cable from the home network connection into the Switch 16 Channel Audio RJ-45 port (labeled Ethernet) and the network port in your wall or at the network hub or switch.

2.Connect the power cord provided to the back of the Switch 16 Channel Audio and to the power outlet. Once the power cord is connected, the Switch 16 Channel Audio should power up.

Set Up Logical Connections

Physical and logical connections are required in order to control, navigate, and use the Switch 16 Channel Audio as designed.

Thus far you have set up the physical connections for the Escient Switch 16 Channel Audio. To complete the logical setup, trained installers must use a PC connected (and with Escient Composer software installed) to the home network. If you are a trained Escient installer, refer to the Composer Help file.

Network Configuration

To set the network configuration:

1.At the In to Out Assignments screen, press the Network button.

2.On the Network Configuration screen, choose an Ethernet or ZigBee network by rotating and pressing the Select Dial.

IMPORTANT! When making logical connections in Composer, identify the device as the network type (Ethernet or Zigbee) that you choose on the device network configuration. To avoid unexpected behavior, do not identify the device as both network types.

IMPORTANT! En établissant les rapports logiques dans le compositeur, identifiez le dispositif comme type de réseau (Ethernet ou Zigbee) ce vous choisissent sur la configuration réseau de dispositif. Pour éviter le comportement inattendu, n'identifiez pas le dispositif en tant que les deux types de réseau.

WICHTIG! Wenn Sie logische Beziehungen im Komponisten herstellen, identifizierenen Sie die Vorrichtung als die Netzart (Ethernet oder Zigbee) diese Sie wählen auf der VorrichtungsNetzwerkkonfiguration. Um unerwartetes Verhalten zu vermeiden, identifizierenen Sie die Vorrichtung nicht als beide Netzarten.

3.If the switch is set to use a ZigBee network, the EUID, Gateway, and ZigBee channel number are displayed. This screen has two menu options:

•Identify: When identifying the switch in Composer, press this button.

•Back: Returns to the Network Configuration screen.

4.If the switch is set to use an Ethernet network, the MAC address, method of obtaining a network IP address, the device’s IP address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway are displayed.

The Switch 16 Channel Audio, by default, uses DHCP to obtain a network IP address.

If the local area network does not support DHCP, you can configure the switch to use a Static IP address instead: