USER MANUAL FOR VIM-1832 / 1032 - FiberPlex - AV-iQ
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1. Declarations of Conformity Class A Equipment FCC Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide a reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense UL us Pb LISTED RoHS Disclaimer The information in this document has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate at the time of publication However no responsibility is taken by us for inaccuracies errors or omissions nor is any liability assumed for any loss or damage resulting either directly or indirectly from use of the information contained within it Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of a Light Viper 1832 fiber optic audio snake a lightweight flexible breakthrough for professional sound production Light Viper products are designed engineered and manufactured by FiberPlex experts in fiber optics with decades of experience Our work in audio and data communications products is kno2. 1 KHz 4 dBu Distortion Noise 1 Frequency Response 0 5 dB 20 20kHz 16 dBu Dynamic Range 102 dB Crosstalk 5 dB above noise floor Sampling Rate 24 bit 96kHz or 24 bit 48 kHz Latency 630 us one way analog input to digital output 200 one way digital input to digital output Operating Temp 0 to 50 C ambient temperature Sync LED LED green indicates optical link OK LED red indicates problem with optical link LED off indicates no power AC Power Universal 90 250 VAC 50 60 Hz IEC connector with fuse Max Current Rating VIM 1808 VIM 0808 0 473 mA 9 90V On Off Control Date RJ 45 connector for logic level control CMOS or TTL at 2 MHz max per channel MIDI Dimensions VIM 1808 VIM 0808 1 Rack Unit X 6 5 Deep Weight VIM 1808 VIM 0808 6 5 155 300 ft Fiber Cable tactical 6 Ibs 1 Hum amp Noise are measured with an AES17 compliant filter at 20 kHz Temperature condition 10 25 C Input Characteristics 2 S N ref OdBu Overload Clipping Input Impedance Gain Setting Voltage Gain 2 Sensitivity 3 XLR 1 8 KO 0 dB 1 65 Vrms 83 dBu 16 dBu 19 dBu TRS 10KQ Analog Returns 1 8 0 dB 1 65 mVrms 83 dBu 16 dBu 19 dBu 2 KO Digital sends amp Returns 1 8 AES3 Digital Mixer End Connection Analog Sends 1 8 4 1 Hum amp Noise are measured with an AES17 compliant filter at 20 kHz Temperature condition 9 10 25 C 2 O
3. Ch 8G Ch 7 Ch 6 Ch 6G Ch 5 Ch 4 Ch 4G Ch 3 Ch 2 Ch 1 Ch3 Ch5 Ch 2 G Ch 1 Analog Audio Connector Pin Out Unused de 0 NES ge NMS e Ww D Digital Connector Pin Outs Ch 1 amp 2 Ch1 amp 2 Ch 3 amp 4 Ch 3 amp 4 1 Ground 1 Ch 5 amp 6 Ch 5 amp 6 788 Ch 7 amp 8 DLAAAAAAA A 3 Negative Ch 9 amp 10 Ch 9 amp 10 A fi Ch 11 amp 12 Ch 11 amp 12 Ch 13 amp 14 Ch 13 amp 14 Ch 15 amp 16 Ch 15 amp 16 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 Unused Gnd Unused Gnd e O 7 Gnd Unused Gnd VCB DDXM VCB DDXF Cable Pin Out 3 Negative Gnd 3 2 Positive p Gnd Digital Connector Pin Outs Ch 1 amp 2 Ch 3 amp 4 Ch 5 amp 6 G G G un 5 CxO Ts a Ch 138 14 P S P N Ch 15 amp 16 1 yo CO Unused ES es o FOO Gnd Unused Gnd Gnd Control Circuits RJ 45 Pin Outs GND TX1 TX2 TX3 RX1 RX2 RX3 VCC 5VDC Digital Audio Connector Pin Out e qe po SDN pops 25 1 Ch TAC 4 Installation Instructions When using TAC 4 pane
4. from VIM 0808 to VIM 1808 and 2MHz from VIM 1808 to VIM 0808 plus voltage and GND This connector is used in conjunction with DGL 422 cables for transporting Yamaha control or with MD3 units to transport RS 422 RS 232 or MIDI THIS IS NOT AN ETHERNET CONNECTOR CONNECTING AN ETHERNET DEVICE TO THIS CONNECTOR COULD DAMAGE THE DEVICE The pin outs for this connector are detailed in the appendix Most CMOS or TTL functions equipment can be adapted to make use of this connector 9 Sync LED This LED indicates the status of the fiber optic link between the VIM 1808 and VIM 0808 It has three states SOLID RED indicates there is no sync present ALTERNATING RED amp GREEN indicates the unit is searching for sync SOLID GREEN indicates sync is present optical link and OFF indicates no power Power Connector Fuse The AC power connection to the VIM 1808 amp VIM 0808 are made via the supplied IEC power cords The internal power supply can accept 90 260V at either 50 or 60 Hz The power fuse is a 5x20mm 1A Slo Blo Only replace the fuse with an exact match If after replacement the fuse blows again contact Fiberplex for service aD Word Clock External Input W 7 p a o ua o 5 A M CLE LR TTT Ta F 1 8 DIGITALAE S3 12 Clock Frequency Switch chooses between analog line level and digital returns 3 Word Clock Super Clock Output Using the Light Viper VIM 1
5. is applied to the unit e The unit must be disconnected from the mains supply before disengaging the PowerCon connector Class Equipment Mains Operation Should the equipment be delivered without a matching mains cable the latter has to be prepared by a trained person using the attached female plug IEC320 C13 or IEC320 C19 with respect to the applicable regulations in your country Before connecting the equipment to the AC power outlet check that the local line voltage matches the equipment rating voltage frequency within the admissible tolerance The equipment fuses must be rated in accordance with the specifications on the equipment Equipment supplied with a 3 pole appliance inlet protection conforming to class equipment must be connected to a 3 pole AC power outlet so that the equipment cabinet is connected to the protective earth WARNING If the ground is defeated certain fault conditions in the unit or in the system to which it is connected can result in full line voltage between chassis and earth ground Severe injury or death can then result if the chassis and earth ground are touched simultaneously Registration Be sure to register your LightViper product either by filling in the enclosed Registration Card or by completing the on line registration form at our Web site http lightviper com register If you do so FiberPlex can contact you with any update information As enhancements and upgrades are developed you
6. shall be about 20 K allowing for an additional maximum 10 K increase at the hot components e In order to dissipate 1 kW with this admissible average heat increase an air flow of 2 65 m min is required Example A rack dissipating P 800 W requires an air flow of 0 8 2 65 m min which corresponds to 2 12 m3 min e If the cooling function of the installation must be monitored e g for fan failure or illumination with spot lamps the outgoing air temperature must be measured directly above the modules at several places within Earthing and Power Supply Earthing of units with mains supply class equipment is performed via the protective earth PE conductor integrated in the mains cable Units with battery operation 60 V class equipment must be earthed separately Earthing the unit is one of the measures for protection against electrical shock hazard dangerous body currents Hazardous voltage may not only be caused by defective power supply insulation but may also be introduced by the connected audio or control cables This equipment may require the use of a different line cord attachment plug or both depending on the available power source at installation If the attachment plug needs to be changed refer servicing to qualified service personnel If your unit mains supply is provided via a Neutrik PowerCon connector the following precautions must be followed e The PowerCon must be installed and fully engaged before AC power
7. will be contacted at the registration address Please read this manual if you call for technical support we ll assume that you have Please address any inquiries to your dealer or directly to FiberPlex at FiberPlex Technologies LLC 10840 412 Guilford Rd Annapolis Junction MD 20701 301 604 0100 Fax 301 604 0773 sales fiberplex com Warranty Service and Terms and Conditions of Sale For information about Warranty or Service information please see our published Terms and Conditions of Sale This document is available on fiberplex com or can be obtained by requesting it from sales fiberplex com or calling 301 604 0100 Disposal Disposal of Packing Materials The packing materials have been selected with environmental and disposal issues in mind All packing material can be recycled Recycling packing saves raw materials and reduces the volume of waste If you need to dispose of the transport packing materials please try to use recyclable means Disposal of Used Equipment Used equipment contains valuable raw materials as well as materials that must be disposed of professionally Please return your used equipment via an authorized specialist dealer or via the public waste disposal system ensuring any material that can be recycled is Please take care that your used equipment cannot be abused After having disconnected your used equipment from the mains supply make sure that the mains connector and the mains cable are made useless
8. 832 Standard Connection Pass thru Connection Fiber Options Tactical grade military fiber TAC 4 Used for live production applications P N TFC 0000 04 Weighing 8 4 Ibs 12 6kg for 300 feet this cable contains 4 fibers and therefore it is capable of carrying the signals of 2 systems on a single cable The TAC 4 connectors are hermaphroditic and can be connected to one another Multimode fiber can transport signals up to 2km 1 25 miles TAC 4 Neutrik OpticalCon Fiber This fiber cable contains 2 fibers and is also a tactical grade fiber P N TFC 0000 020C amp 5 Neutrik OpticalCon Fiber Cable amp Panel Mount Connector themselves or Fiberplex can supply it pre terminated This fiber is also available with a strain relief and oulling eye which reduces on site labor PVC fiber LN PVC duplex fiber contains 2 fibers Plenum rated fiber is also available The installer can terminate the fiber Plenum Install Fiber 11 LightViper VIM 1832 1032 Specifications Specifications e 8 x fiber optic transport system Analog line level OR AES digital input e Cable runs over 1 25 miles with no loss e Simultaneous analog AES3 digital outputs Rugged lightweight fiber cable e Heavy gauge steel construction 24 bit 96kHz sampling 24 48k with ext input e Extended range and flexibility means limitless routing options General Specifications Total Harmonic Less than 0 01
9. O E e LO T gt m E 2598 O H i is 3 esse A Re ll eee HE Sac ae Pee 8 z 5 Ww fo CLK CLE OUT our S B 2 115 Outputs 1 16 T TEENE LightViper FIBER OPTIC AUDIO SNAKE USER MANUAL FOR VIM 1832 1032 Warning for Your Protection Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with a dry cloth Do not block any of the ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions CON DMN A WN 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 are 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 accesso
10. and Output flexibility may eliminate the need for some of your outboard gear e The LightViper VIM 1832 is an active device therefore do not attempt to connect intercom into the returns e The returns in the VIS 1832 cannot be turned around to provide 40 sends one way as with a traditional copper snake as the electronics for the returns are contained in the VIM 1832 Standard Components In its standard configuration the Light Viper 1832 is made up of the following primary components The Stage Box This is the box placed close to all the inputs It can be placed on the stage or rack mounted with the optional VER 1832 rack ears The Mixer Box The unit should be mounted in a rack close to the primary FOH mixing console Fiber Cable For live production TFC 0000 04 tactical military grade fiber with TAC 4 Connectors is required between the VIM 1808 and VIM 0808 Neutrik OpticalCon tactical fiber TFC 0000 02 OC is also available for similar applications For installations where the fiber will be pulled through conduit either VFC 0000 D PVC fiber or VFC 0000 DP Plenum rated fiber with ST connector terminations is recommended There is also an option for a Pulling Eye which can be specified by adding an E to the part numbers above VFC 0000 DE VFC 0000 DPE This option includes a strain relief and pulling eye on one end of the fiber optic cable Lightweight military tactical grade fiber cable TFC 0000 04 carries the di
11. dBu is referenced to 0 775Vrms 3 Sensitivity is the lowest level that will produce an output of 4dBu 1 23V Output Characteristics Actual Source Output Level 2 Connection For Use With Nominal Nominal Connector 1 Impedance Before Clip Analog R 1 4 dBu 1 2 du Stage 150g 600 Q Lines dBu 1 23 dBu DB 25 Tascam DA 88 pinout 8 Box 1 V Analog Sends 1 8 Mixer 1500 600 Q Lines 4 dBu 1 23 19 dBu 7 V DB 25 Tascam DA 88 pinout 8 End V channels per connector DB 25 8 channels per connector Digital Sends amp Returns 1 8 AES3 Digital 1 AII XLR connectors are balanced 2 0 dBu is referenced to 0 775 Vrms Optical Characteristics Installation Tension Operating Tension Min Bend Radius Crush Resistance Weight Fiber Optic Cable 2 Ibs 130 lbs 228 Ib in2 19 Ibs 1000 Attenuation Bandwidth Numerical Aperture Numerical Aperture System Optical Data Rate System Operating Distance Optical Fiber 3 1 dB Km 1300 nm EM 0 275 122 Mbs 2 Km 1 25 mi 1 TAC 4 4 channel SMPTE compliant 2 Four Channel Tactical Break Out Cable 0 30 7 5mm Outer Diameter Kevlar Strength Member 3 Graded Index Multimode Dual Window 850 1300nm 18 Appendix ANALOG DB25 Cable Pin Outs l Ground 3 Negative D Go m MER n2 2 Positive e ANALOG Connector Pin Outs 8
12. dance with the applicable regulations Installation Site Install the unit in a place where the following conditions are met e The temperature and the relative humidity of the environment must be within the specified limits during operation of the unit Relevant values are the ones at the air inlets of the unit e Condensation must be avoided If the unit is installed in a location with large variation of ambient temperature e g in an OB van appropriate precautions must be taken before and after operation e Unobstructed air flow is essential for proper operation Air vents of the unit are a functional part of the design and must not be blocked in any way during operation e g by objects placed upon them placement of the unit on a soft surface or installation of the unit within a rack or piece of furniture e The unit must not be heated up by external sources of heat radiation sunlight spot lights Ambient Temperature Units and systems by LightViper are generally designed for an ambient temperature range i e temperature of the incoming air of 5 40 C When rack mounting the units the following facts must be considered e The admissible ambient temperature range for operation of the semiconductor components is 0 C to 70 C commercial temperature range for operation e The air flow through the installation must provide that the outgoing air is always cooler than 70 C e Average heat increase of the cooling air
13. gital signal between LightViper devices Neutrik OpticalCon tactical cable is also available For installation use either PVC or Plenum rated fiber is recommended VFC 0000 D VFC 0000 DP TAC 4 and OpticalCon Panels VPL 11 VPL 12 amp VPL 13 These 1U rack panels include 1 2 or 3 TAC 4 connectors respectively allowing for connection between the TAC 4 panel mount connector and the ST connectors on the VIM 1808 0808 Neutrik OpticalCon panel mount connectors can also be mounted on these panels rather than TAC 4 connectors Specify by using the suffix OC Ex VPL 11 OC TAC 4 and Neutrik OpticalCon connectors can also be fit directly on the chassis of the VIM 1808 0808 system In applications such as these rack ears and VPL panels are not required All LightViper units come standard with ST connectors unless otherwise specified Input Output Cables These cables connect the Mixer Box to the analog inputs outputs of your mixer If you are connecting to a Yamaha digital console through the Yamaha Y cards you would use VCB DDMY and VCB DDMYIO cables A variety of cables to connect to other digital consoles and devices are also available Optional Components Additional components can be added to the Light Viper 1832 for increased functionality Additional Send Box es The VIM 1032 is similar to the VIM 1832 mixer box in that it provides a parallel set of the snake s 32 input channels via an additional Fiber Cable in applica
14. hes at the peaks or is off Start mixing NOTE the signal coming into the console will be line level When the gain switches on the VIS 1832 are properly set the signal going into the console will be hot Use line level inputs or engage input pads to achieve optimal signal to noise ratio The more advanced functions of the Light Viper 1832 control clocks etc are addressed later in this manual Indicators and Controls Chutes 18 525 32 1 Analog Outputs The 8 analog line level outputs on the VIM 1808 are connected via 1 DB25 connectors 8 channels per DB25 connector 2 Analog Inputs The 8 inputs are connected via a single DB25 connector Inputs are line level Input Selection Switch 4 Digital Inputs The 8 digital returns are connected via a single DB25 connector Digital inputs are all AES3 compliant 5 Digital Outputs The 8 AES digital outputs on the VIM 1832 are connected via 1 DB25 connectors 8 channels per DB25 connector 6 Primary Fiber Connection The VIM 1808 contains a single primary pair of fiber connectors Always be certain to use appropriate fiber and connectors LightViper systems use multimode fiber Single mode optics are available on a custom basis for situations where single mode fiber may already exist 7 Fiber Thru Connection Control Circuit Connector This RJ45 connector provides 3 bi directional CMOS or TTL data lines up to 38 4KHz
15. l mount connectors Due to the hermaphroditic nature of the TAC 4 connector channels 1 amp 4 and 2 amp 3 are crossed by necessity Therefore pins 1 amp 2 should always be connected to connectors marked TX and pins 3 amp 4 should always be connected to pins marked RX Pins 1 amp 4 are always paired together and pins 2 amp 3 will always be paired together Important Note A single TAC 4 connector and cable contains 4 fibers and can transport both pairs of fiber inputs outputs of the EF 2 on a single connector cable If using Neutrik OpticalCon two cables connectors are required one for each pair as the OpticalCon cable and connectors contain 2 fibers When using LC or ST fiber connectors on the chassis of the EF 2 the connectors are mounted on the rear of the unit Alternatively these fiber connectors can be mounted on the front panel of the unit TX RX Fiber Path 1 Fiber Path 2 TX RX m N N gt 15 Final Assembly Drawing 2 lFC 0c WIA ITS8080 WIA 2 808L WIA O TT 0L INIA This page intentionally left blank This page intentionally left blank Pber pilex TECHNOLOGIES LLC 18040 412 Guilford Rd Annapolis Junction MD 20701 LVVIS1832UM 8 2011 fiberplex com sales fiberplex com 301 604 0100
16. ries specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from the apparatus tip over 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 in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped been damaged fallen into the The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing No objects filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture General Installation Instructions Please consider besides these general instructions also any product specific instructions in the Installation chapter of this manual Unpacking Check the equipment for any transport damage If the unit is mechanically damaged if liquids have been spilled or if objects have fallen into the unit it must not be connected to the AC power outlet or it must be immediately disconnected by unplugging the power cable Repair must only be performed by trained personnel in accor
17. tions where you need splits for recording broadcast or monitor mixing The VIS 1832 Stage Box can be fit with two split connectors for a total of three 1 VIM 1832 Primary 2 VIM 1032 splits outputs DMYXA Lighting Control Interface MD 3 Multi Control Interface In applications where you want RS 422 RS 232 or Midi control in a VIM 1808 0808 system a pair of MD 3 devices will translated this control protocol into TTL data for input to output of the Control Circuit connector on the VIM 1808 0808 Please refer to page 13 for a complete list and photos of fiber optic cable types as well as copper interface cables Getting Started Setting up and using your Light Viper 1832 is a quick and simple process Just follow these steps 1 Ce ges SES Place the Stage Box in a location central to the majority of your signal sources Place the Mixer Box close enough to the mixer so that the send cables can reach the console s inputs connect AC power Connect and run the Fiber between the two boxes power up and check the Sync light on both units Connect the inputs and returns to the stage box Be sure to select the appropriate Gain and Phantom Power settings Connect the fan out cables to the console send amp return on VIS 1832 send only on VIS 1032 Turn on phantom power as necessary Starting with a gain setting of O dB set the gain switch at the highest gain setting which the clip light either just flas
18. wn in US government applications worldwide Light Viper products combine our pioneering technology with the highest standards in audio engineering The Light Viper You have purchased the LightViper 1832 system a 32 x 8 Fiber Optic Transport System FTS that has the function look and feel of a traditional copper snake however instead of a heavy multi conductor cable the Light Viper snake features a lightweight flexible fiber built to ruggedized military standards The Fiber Advantage Fiber optics offer many advantages over copper e Transmits light rather than electrons e Transmission over greater distances more than 11 4 mile e Complete electrical isolation e Immunity to RFI and EMI e Eliminates ground loop problems e Can be routed overhead through walls or underground e Avoids foot traffic while maintaining aesthetics Functional Considerations Although the Light Viper 1832 looks essentially the same as a traditional passive snake it is an active device Because of this there are some aspects of this new technology that require some slightly different thinking e The Light Viper 1832 requires AC Power at both the Stage Box and the Mixer Unit s e Phantom Power is delivered from the Stage Box NOT the console e The snake has three selectable gain settings and a clip indicator at each input on the Stage Box e All inputs exit the snake at the Mixer Box at Line Level 9 DI boxes are not necessary in most cases e Input
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