RedNet MP8R User Manual
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1. MIC PRE User Guide LE RATE d 444 kHz 48 kHz x2 x4 PULL C1 Ed Ls coq T 3 L 1 e OdB a Lr co T 3 L 1 co CO 3dB 3 Lr co Cc Im co L 3 6dB cq a I co co E coq L 3 12d8 a a o co T 3 3 co L 3 18d8 i I 1 co co coq 30dB 1 82 8 4 5 6 7 8 e1e10eIeIe1919IO o Focusrite Q FFFA001146 01 Focusrite www focusrite com IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IU B M ese ox m 10 11 12 13 14 Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s Instructions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 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 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plug2. A Manufacturing Defect does not include damage caused by post purchase transportation storage or careless handling nor damage caused by misuse Whilst this warranty is provided by Focusrite the warranty obligations are fulfilled by the distributor responsible for the country in which you purchased the product In the event that you need to contact the distributor regarding a warranty issue or an out of warranty chargeable repair please visit www focusrite com distributors The distributor will then advise you of the appropriate procedure for resolving the warranty issue In every case it will be necessary to provide a copy of the original invoice or store receipt to the distributor In the event that you are unable to provide proof of purchase directly then you should contact the reseller from whom you purchased the product and attempt to obtain proof of purchase from them Please do note that if you purchase a Focusrite product outside your country of residence or business you will not be entitled to ask your local Focusrite distributor to honour this limited warranty although you may request an out of warranty chargeable repair This limited warranty is offered solely to products purchased from an Authorised Focusrite Reseller defined as a reseller which has purchased the product directly from Focusrite Audio Engineering Limited in the UK or one of its Authorised Distributors outside the UK This Warranty is in addition to your statutory
3. Menu Clicking on the Tools icon Q wit gain access to the following system settings Front Panel Lockout On or Off Disables front panel audio controls Cooling Fan On or Off For use when unit is located in silent recording areas Preferred Master On Off state MIDI Channel Select Set the MIDI channel 1 16 to which the unit will respond e Off e MIDI Channel 1 e MIDI Channel 2 I e MIDI Channel 16 Notes The default is Off l6 channels are available allowing a maximum of 16 independent RedNet MPSR control paths wo devices should not be set to the same MIDI channel MIDI channel selection is saved with the computer not the device Therefore when controlling the same unit from a different computer the MIDI channel allocation may no longer be the same For more information please download the MIDI Control User Guide from www focusrite com Yamaha ID Select Set the Yamaha ID 1 16 to which the unit will respond e Off e 16 For more information please refer to the Yamaha Control user guide available at www focusrite com Gain Compensation Offset value for network channels 9 16 Only one can be selected at any time e dB e 3dB e 6dB APPENDIX Connector Pinouts Ethernet Connector Pin Cat 6 Core Connector type RJ 45 receptacle White Orange Applies to Ethernet Dante Orange White Green Blue White Blue Green White Brown Brown 1 2 3 4 Z 6 7 8 XLR Con
4. in Switched mode e LOCKED llluminates when a valid sync signal is received from the network or when the RedNet MP8R unit is Network Master 4 RedNet Sample Rate Indicators Five orange indicators 44 1 kHz 48 kHz x2 multiple of 44 1 or 48 x4 multiple of 44 1 or 48 and sample rate PULL UP DOWN These Indicators illuminate individually or in combination to indicate the sample rate being used For example for a 96kHz Pull Up Down setting the 48kHz x2 and Pull Up Down indicators will illuminate 5 Channel Select Switches and Signal Level LEDs A Select switch plus six signal level LEDs for each of the eight channels Pressing a switch selects which channel is to be controlled the OLED display will then indicate the current gain setting of that channel Signal level LEDs illuminate at 30dB 18dB 12dB green 6dB 3dB orange and OdB onset of clipping red The Select switches can also be used to activate front panel control lockout see page 1 3 Front Panel Continued C vean wee S S S BS S SIS IS S m O E moe Es legl OOC O had o Sm ew u ODO OO OO OO SEA 5 6 OLED Display Indicates the currently selected channels network name and its gain value and 1200 If either Control Lockout aj or Gain Compensation Is active Also changes to HEU display local and network configuration settings when in INFO mode S
5. rights in the country of purchase Registering Your Product For access to Dante Virtual Soundcard please register your product at www focusrite com register Customer Support and Unit Servicing You can contact our dedicated RedNet Customer Support team free of charge Email rednetsupport dfocusrite com Phone UK 44 0 1494 462246 Phone USA 1 310 322 5500 Troubleshooting If you are experiencing problems with your RedNet MP8R we recommend that in the first instance you visit our Support Answerbase at www focusrite com answerbase
6. selected in the Dante Controller application Front Panel Control Lockout To prevent accidental adjustment of any control that could affect a channels audio level the MP8R front panel can be locked out When locked the gain encoder and the channel function switches become inactive for all eight channels Channel settings can still be viewed on the OLED display by pressing the channel Select buttons and the INFO button will still operate as normal e o activate lockout Press channel Select buttons 1 3 5 amp 7 simultaneously e o de activate lockout Press channel Select buttons 2 4 6 amp 8 simultaneously The Lock icon B illuminates on the OLED display when lockout is active Lockout can also be activated and de activated from the Tools menu under RedNet Control Gain Compensated Outputs To turn on gain compensation in the corresponding split output for any channel press and hold the channel Select button until the Gain Compensation icon Mu illuminates on the OLED display To turn off press and hold Select again until the Lock icon is no longer visible Gain Compensation can also be activated and de activated for each channel from the device graphic on RedNet Control OTHER REDNET SYSTEM COMPONENTS The Red Net hardware range includes various types of I O interface and a PCle digital audio interface card which is installed in the system s host computer All the I O units can be considered as Break Out and or Break In
7. to the European Union s Directive 2002 95 EC on Restrictions of Hazardous Substances RoHS as well as the following sections of California law which refer to RoHS namely sections 25214 10 25214 10 2 and 58012 Health and Safety Code Section 42475 2 Public Resources Code CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS lt x x x x x x RE n rmm RR we ede uin 2 About this User Guide D s a9 enrere Fonran E ua a ERROSE ERRE D INTRODUCTION ra md 9 us R 9 09 Air EE 9 AEEA nes tea 6 bain Compensated Split DUTDUELS 2 22 22 3 5 3 6 di age ai cain in aC ny a a been e Re athe eee 7 Res le siclu ALLOWANCE ie sise arin Ae ah ac eich e stone cauouuss Ra RETE da RC IR RC gi agh igh PERITUS y INSTALLATION GUIDE 22 54 06 06 95 BLAS ir Ine E AL Al LART GR AA hide ees eee RT E 8 RedNet MP8R Connections and Features ees 8 npud r 8 i i a HS III Cea mn ewe TIT TTL TIT TTE 10 Power CONMCCHOM M PCCCUTTEEEREITERTITRISIIOQOTTTTIOITOTT DT ier ie R AR gidh aoire r al ge dhe 11 IEC Power Cord Retaining CUP Sis ees bitur Ta RR R Ra 95 be ACE Wo ee 11 Physical Chnargcreristibe a cis ire aier rsebtrepe LRR RRR RA Iq Nee ET T4 FOWEI REQUIEN e s a a cur eU be RTITURIMP EEEIRSOPUEPIPITARPRISTXNEeRDO NIE RET 12 REDNET MPOR OPERATION 55 main ELS orae RR i BL BE AL AC d in hea see eee at e Sir i R r 13 First Use and Firmware Updates d
8. when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual meets FCC requirements Modifications not expressly approved by Focusrite may void your authority granted by the FCC to use this product 2 Important This product satisfies FCC regulations when high quality shielded cables are used to connect with other equipment Failure to use high quality shielded cables or to follow the installation instructions within this manual may cause magnetic interference with appliances such as radios and televisions and void your FCC authorization to use this product in the USA 3 Note 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 reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense For Canada To the User This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe A est conforme la norme NMB 003 du Canada RoHS Notice Focusrite Audio Engineering Limited has conformed where applicable
9. ACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE EN REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL I CAUTION CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance WARNING TO REDUCE THERISKOF FIRE ORELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE AND OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS SUCH AS VASES SHOULD NOT BE PLACED ON THIS APPARATUS ENVIRONMENTAL DECLARATION Compliance Information Statement Declaration of Compliance procedure Product Identification Focusrite RedNet Responsible party American Music and Sound Address 4325 Executive Drive Suite 300 Southaven MS 38672 Telephone 800 431 2609 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation For USA To the User 1 Do not modify this unit This product
10. Net System User Guide is also available from the RedNet product pages of the Focusrite website The Guide provides a detailed explanation of the RedNet system concept that will help you achieve a thorough understanding of its capabilities We recommend that all users including those already experienced in digital audio networking take the time to read through the System User Guide so that they are fully aware of all the possibilities that RedNet and its software have to offer Should either User Guide not provide the information you need be sure to consult www focusrite com rednet which contains a comprehensive collection of common technical support queries Box Contents e RedNet MP8R unit e ZX IEC AC mains cables e ZX IEC mains cable retaining clips See instructions on page e Safety information cut sheet e RedNet Getting Started Guide e Product registration card provides links to RedNet Control RedNet PCle drivers included with RedNet Control download Audinate Dante Controller installed with RedNet Control Dante Virtual Soundcard DVS Token and download instructions INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Focusrite RedNet MP8R Focusrite RedNet MP8R is an 8 channel remote controlled microphone preamplifier and A D for the Dante audio over IP network Specifically tailored for the road live sound and broadcast environments each unit features network and power redundancy rugged construction with latching con
11. backup mains power source Power supply B remains on standby but will seamlessly take over if PSU A develops a fault or loses its mains input supply If an uninterruptible supply UPS is available it is recommended that this is applied to input B 3 Primary Network Port Latching etherCON connector for the Dante network Use standard Cat 5e or Cat 6 network cable to connect to a local Ethernet switch to connect the RedNet MP8R to the RedNet network Adjacent to each network socket are LEDs which illuminate to indicate a valid network connection plus network activity See page l6 for connector details 4 Secondary Network Port Secondary Dante network connection where two independent Ethernet links are being used Redundant mode or an additional port on an integral network switch on the primary network Switched mode 5 Microphone inputs Eight latching XLR3F connectors for mic line input See page l6 for connector pinouts Power Connection IEC Power Cord Retaining Clips RedNet MP8R is supplied with two IEC power cord retaining clips These prevent accidental disconnection of a power cord during use When the unit is first installed the retaining clips will need to be attached to the power input sockets on the rear panel Insert each clip by squeezing together the legs as shown in the first image below aligning the pins with the through holes on the IEC fixing posts one at a time and then releasing Ensure that the orientation of each
12. boxes to from the network and all are built in mains powered 19 rackmount housings There are also three software items RedNet Control see below Dante Controller and Dante Virtual Soundcard USING REDNET CONTROL RedNet Control will reflect the status of the RedNet units present in the system presenting an Image representing each hardware unit The illustration above shows the RedNet MP8R RedNet Control image The signal level gain and input function settings are indicated for each channel ral PSUs A amp B Each illuminates if PSU has power input and all DC outputs are present mA Networks Each illuminates if a valid connection is present 715 Locked Unit is successfully locked to the network changes to the red cross if not locked L Jm Network Master Illuminated indicating that unit is the network master Device View Pad Switches in the 20dB input pad for the selected channel 2 4k Selects low input impedance for the selected channel 48V Switches the phantom power on for the selected channel Reverses the phase of the selected channel HL Switches in the high pass filter for the selected channel Gain Compensation Turns on gain compensation While engaged on board DSP will counteract analogue gain changes for the second set of network outputs Channels 9 16 ID Identification Clicking on the ID icon wit identify the physical device being controlled by flashing its front panel LEDs Tools
13. ch 44 1 kHz 48 kHz x2 x4 Pull Up Down Orange LED Indicates unit is set to operate on a Dante pull up down domain 6 level indicator LEDs for each channel 3 green LEDs 30dB 18dB 12dB 2 orange LEDs 6dB 3dB red LED OdB onset of clipping PANNE EEN Info Phantom Power Pad Impedance HPF Phase Gain Encoder Controls i Colour OLED Displays Channel Name Gain Lock status when on Channel Number Channel Display Gain Compensation status when on Network Modes Redundant Allows unit to connect to two independent networks Switched Connects both ports to integrated network switch allowing daisy chaining of device Channel Signal level 2 x Internal 100 240V 50 60Hz consumption 30VA Focusrite RedNet Warranty and Service All Focusrite products are built to the highest standards and should provide reliable performance for many years subject to reasonable care use transportation and storage Very many of the products returned under warranty are found not to exhibit any fault at all To avoid unnecessary inconvenience to you in terms of returning the product please contact Focusrite support In the event of a Manufacturing Defect becoming evident in a product within 12 months from the date of the original purchase Focusrite will ensure that the product is repaired or replaced free of charge A Manufacturing Defect is defined as a defect in the performance of the product as described and published by Focusrite
14. clip is as shown in the other images below or its effectiveness will be compromised Physical Characteristics i 39Dmim 15 9 465 0mm 18 3 31 8mm 1 25 RedNet MP8R dimensions are illustrated in the diagram above RedNet MP8R requires 1U of vertical rack space and at least 440mm of rack depth to allow for cables RedNet MP8R weighs 5 75 kg and for installations in a fixed environment eg a studio the front panel mounting screws will provide adequate support If the units are to be used in a mobile situation eg flight cased for touring etc it is recommended that side support rails or shelves should be used within the rack Cooling is by low noise fan assistance from side to side The fan used is low speed and low noise but can also be turned off via RedNet control Do not mount RedNet MP8R immediately above any other equipment which generates significant heat for example a power amplifier Also ensure that when mounted in a rack the side vents are not obstructed Power Requirements RedNet MP8R is mains powered It incorporates Universal power supplies which can operate on any AC mains voltage from 100 V to 240 V The AC connections are made via a standard 3 pin IEC connectors on the rear panel When PSU A amp PSU B are both connected PSU A becomes the default supply and therefore draws more current than B If a backup mains supply is provided from an uninterruptible source it is recommended that thi
15. ee below 7 Local Control Buttons e INFO Press to show device and network information on the OLED display button will flash orange when Info mode is engaged Pressing again cycles through following unit settings Unit IP addresses primary 00 1D C1 Unit IP addresses secondary 02 02 5D Unit MAC addresses primary Unit MAC addresses secondary 903 871 a Firmware Version for the unit PES Stage L eft Device name i e 48V Switches phantom power on for selected channel e 2 4 kf Selects low input impedance for selected channel e Switches on high pass filter for selected channel e 20 dB Switches input pad in for selected channel e Inverts polarity of signal on selected channel 8 Encoder The detented encoder is used as the gain control for the selected mic channel Note When renaming a device the name will appear on a single line on the OLED display lo separate the name over two lines like the OLED example above add in a double dash In the example above this would be written as mp r b vox l Rear Panel Co Oe CO S 1 IEC Mains Inlet A Standard IEC receptacle for connection of AC mains RedNet MP8R features Universal PSUs enabling it to operate on any supply voltage of between 100 V and 240 V AC Note that initial use requires fitment of the plug retaining clips see page 2 IEC Mains Inlet B Input connector for
16. nectors remote control and remote monitoring In addition a gain compensated split output is available on every channel see following page for further detail Eight remote controlled Focusrite mic preamps and precision A D conversion at up to 192kHz 24 bit with minimum latency Dual Ethernet connectors primary and secondary on the rear panel allow maximum network reliability with seamless switchover to a standby network in the unlikely event of a network failure These ports may also be used to daisy chain additional units when operating in Switched mode Redundant power supplies PSU A and B with separate input sockets on the rear panel allow one supply to be connected to an uninterruptible source Each PSU s status can be monitored remotely over the network or from the front panel Audio input uses locking XLR3F connectors on the rear panel Rotary gain control with OLED level display for indication of gain settings and system information A Select button plus 6 segment level meter is provided for each channel Individual buttons for the selection of input impedance 20dB Pad 48V phantom power high pass filter and polarity inversion are included on the front panel Channels can be remotely controlled via the RedNet Control software package Pro Tools and MIDI or OCA Open Control Architecture with future firmware updates The RedNet MP8R front panel contains a set of LEDs to confirm network status sample rate and clock sources a
17. nectors Connector type XLR 3 receptacle Applies to Audio Input 1 Screen Hot lve Cold ve PERFORMANCE AND SPECIFICATIONS Microphone Inputs 1048 to 5dB in 14B steps Tvpe Electronically Balanced Zin 2 4kQ 10kQ Switchable Inputs default to 2 4kQ when unit yP is unpowered aaas High Pass Filter 6dB d 65Hz 3Hz 12dB Octave independently switchable per channel Crosstalk Input to Input 100dB 20Hz 20KHz minimum input gain Digital Performance Supported Sample Rates 44 1 48 88 2 96 176 4 192 kHz 4 0 1 0 196 4 167 at 24 bit Clock Sources Internal or from Dante Network Master Rear Panel Connectivity WE LL cro Input Indicators Primary PSU A Green LED llluminates when an AC input is applied and all DC outputs are present Secondary PSU B Green LED llluminates when an AC input is applied and all DC outputs are present Green LED Indicates that a network connection is present on primary port when in Primary Network redundant mode When in Switched mode a valid network connection at either Primary or Secondary network port will cause this LED to illuminate Green LED Indicates that a network connection is present on secondary port when in Secondary Network l i redundant mode Not used in switched mode Green LED When unit is network slave shows valid network lock When unit is network Network Locked i master shows lock to internal clock Sample Rate Orange LED for ea
18. onandi Eom s EGRE E Hand ee ee ee s eis ie uc 13 Digital Clocking ess asa 3 988 2793308 Rhe ede aso E edP TREE EUR E ERE RA 33793 dh 252 X E 13 Pull Up and Pull Down Operation ss eses aces ERE EE EE ea dor aa AA Ar AC a ona ani e 13 Front Panel Control Lockout LL Lee ee ee ee ee ee ee eis ee ee sd 13 Gain Compensated Outputs uses seinn ie s 13 OTHER REDNET SYSTEM COMPONENTS s 2m mx mm amm RR RR ee s 14 USING REDNET CONTROL asd neces x Dacia 9S DER 7 dra aLRCE eee 14 IBA e Te HON esee ox aureo reddet TEPIUN TI PEPIEQ PUPUTPEPCENI IEEE PUN EF PT 15 VOCS MENU tice PRSE ETITAEPISGITAPRPRPICOREFPSUUPREP PES fENSSU IONS TEES 15 APPENOUAsceccssstesteadane R ER R I aA eee eae 16 COMMECIOF PINO IS ea sss biens ES E dO dura i aso arie mem qu beens eae nena es 16 Ethernet Confiector iussa bina ee ee ee ee E aso dob ee eo ee Hoda E dederas d 16 AB NEIN MIO E NRRPRLRRERUTTTTTQOIOTIETUTIEITOTOTET ee awe eS Ane Ghile 6 ees oo 16 PERFORMANCE AND SPECIFICATIONS x x x x x ccc ees 17 Focusrite RedNet Warranty and Service eee eens 19 IegiSterimg OUT T TOC 2 19 dd acu EF T yet ee oho IPRC beens H dedos dod yaaa es 19 Customer SgbDOPEShg Onibeet vl elitsed Qd dea Edd s Ty 939997 ana He kee dee Meaig gr id 19 OUDE MOO Omr 19 About this User Guide This User Guide applies only to the RedNet MP8R Mic Preamplifier It provides information about installing a RedNet MP8R and how to connect it into your system A Red
19. s convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart S Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer ta apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as 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 operate normally or has been dropped No naked flames such as lighted candles should be placed on the apparatus The appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device the disconnect device shall remain readily operable Do not use a damaged or frayed power cord If the mains plug supplying the apparatus incorporates a fuse then it should only be replaced with a fuse of identical or lower rupture value The apparatus shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection Laite on liitett v suojamaadoituskoskettimilla va rustettuumpistorasiaan Apparatet ma tikoples jordet stikkontakt Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR B
20. s is connected to input B Mating IEC cables are supplied with the unit these should be terminated with mains plugs of the correct type for your country The AC power consumption of the RedNet MP8R is 30VA Please note that there are no fuses in RedNet MP8R or other user replaceable components of any type Please refer all servicing issues to the Customer Support Team see Customer Support and Unit Servicing on page 19 REDNET MP8R OPERATION First Use and Firmware Updates Your RedNet MP8R may require a firmware update when it is first installed and switched on Firmware updates are initiated and handled automatically by the RedNet Control application It is important that the firmware update procedure is not interrupted either by switching off power to the RedNet MPSR or the computer on which RedNet Control is running or by disconnecting either from the network From time to time Focusrite will release RedNet firmware updates within new versions of RedNet Control We recommend keeping all RedNet units up to date with the latest firmware version supplied with each new version of RedNet Control Digital Clocking Each MP8R will automatically lock to a valid Network Master via its Dante connection Alternatively If a Network Master is not present then the unit can be chosen as the Network Master by the user Pull Up and Pull Down Operation RedNet MP8R is able to operate at a specified pull up or pull down percentage as
21. s well as each mic amp s input and gain settings Gain Compensated Split Outputs The RedNet MP8R is able to provide two outputs from each mic channel one direct and a second automatically gain compensated to deliver a constant level This arrangement allows one engineer FOH say to control the analogue mic gain without affecting the signal level being received by a second engineer on the network Network Interface Gain Compensation Block Diagram Remote Control Audio Network procs ccc sce ee ee ee ee ee ee ee eee eee Mic Inputs 1 8 Analogue Mic Amp Global Offset 0 3 6dB Individual Enablesch 1 8 The output of the mic amp module feeds the A D converter Once in the digital domain the signal is split into two streams The first stream passes through unaffected to the corresponding Dante transmitter The second stream passes through a DSP amplifier which automatically compensates for any changes made to the analogue audio level either by the front panel controls or over the network The unit will therefore appear as a 16 channel device on the Dante network with channels 1 8 being the direct outputs from the preamps and channels 9 16 the compensated outputs Gain compensation can be enabled individually for each mic channel Headroom Allowance If during a performance an analogue mic level was reduced by 3dB the DSP gain for the corresponding split channel would be increased by 3dB
22. to maintain its overall signal level Note however that this action would push the DSP section 3dB closer to its clipping point To minimise the likelihood of the DSP ever reaching its clipping point an offset can be applied to allow for some reserve headroom The default headroom offset setting will be 6dB but the user can select OdB or 3dB from the tools menu under RedNet Control The setting is applied to all channels 9 16 The global range of the gain compensation available is currently limited to tracking X 2dB from the point at which it was enabled INSTALLATION GUIDE RedNet MP8R Connections and Features Front Panel C NETWORK SAMPLE RATE Sslolololo lo lS S as Libo aso C eE p 1299 o Focusrite Is Z ow c OOOOOOOO 29 1 AC Power Switch 2 Power Indicators e PSU A llluminates when an AC input is applied and all DC outputs are present e PSU B llluminates when an AC input is applied and all DC outputs are present When both supplies are functioning and have AC inputs PSU A will be the default supply 3 RedNet Network Status Indicators e PRIMARY Illuminates when the device is connected to an active Ethernet network Also illuminates to indicate network activity when operating in switched mode e SECONDARY llluminates when the device is connected to an active Ethernet network Not used when operating
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