User Manual - IDEA Pro Audio
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1. 3 3 8 Limiter The limiter is a zero attack peak limiter Only the threshold and release can be set Press the rotary encoder to select the parameters The release value is displayed in dB per second ipea UM_TEOd8_v1_DEF 3 3 9 Polarity Turn the rotary encoder to switch polarity on or off 3 3 10 Channel Link By linking 2 channels the settings are guaranteed to be identical for both channels except for mixer and mute Turn the encoder to set the Channel Link on or off IDea UM_TEOd8_v1_DEF 3 4 System Menu Push the Menu button to enter the system menu Push the Menu button again to toggle through the menu items The available menu items are 3 4 1 Load Preset Turn the rotary encoder to select the preset you wish to load Push the rotary encoder to select it then turn it again to select YES and confirm again by pushing the rotary encoder knob The preset is loaded and all settings are applied immediately All settings that were in the unit prior to loading the preset will be erased This action can not be undone The presets contain all filter dynamics gain settings etc Presets do NOT contain the name of the unit network configuration automatic standby delay user access rights and passwords 3 4 2 Save Preset Turn the rotary encoder to select the location of the preset If that location is not empty the preset in that location will be overw2. 2dB Linkwitz Riley12dB Butterworth 18dB Bessel 18dB Butterworth 24dB and Bessel 24dB Higher order filters may be set by adding filter sections in the PEQ blocks see below 3 2 6 Parametric Equalizer PEQ There are ten bands of parametric equalization Each band can be adjusted freely over the complete frequency range of 20Hz to 20kHz Adjust the frequency by dialing the rotary encoder Press the rotary encoder to select the parameters The available parameters are Frequency 20Hz to 20kHz Gain 12dB to 12dB Q 0 2 to 25 Enabled On or Off Type Bell High Shelf Low Shelf Notch All Pass Band Pass High Pass Low Pass For the Shelving filters the Q value sets the steepness of the filter in dB Oct r ipea UM_TEOd8_v1_DEF 3 2 7 Compressor The compressor is a true RMS compressor Turn the rotary encoder to set the threshold Press the rotary encoder to select the parameters The available parameters are Threshold Attack Hold Release Ratio and Makeup Gain 3 2 8 Limiter The limiter is a zero attack peak limiter Only the threshold and release can be set Press the rotary encoder to select the parameters The release value is displayed in dB per second 3 2 9 Channel Link By linking 2 channels the settings are guaranteed to be identical for both channels except for mixer and mute Turn the encoder to set the Chan
3. IRCUMSTANCES SHOULD YOU INSERT A DAMAGED OR CUT MAINS PLUG INTO A 13 AMP POWER SOCKET Do not use the mains plug without the fuse cover in place Replacement fuse covers can be obtained from your local retailer Replacement fuses are 13 amps and MUST be ASTA approved to BS1362 f you want to dispose this product do not mix it with general household waste There is a separate collection system for used electronic products in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment recovery and recycling Private household in the 25 member states of the EU in Switzerland and Norway may return their used electronic products free of charge to designated collection facilities or to a retailer if you purchase a similar new one For Countries not mentioned above please contact your local authorities for a correct method of disposal By doing so you will ensure that your disposed product undergoes the necessary treatment recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and the Product Specifications noted on the Declaration of Conformity Operation is subject to the following two conditions this device may not cause harmful interference and this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Operation of this processor w
4. In traditional system design the output of your console would be routed to a ystem EQ a compressor and a crossover with output level control From the crossover there may be additional improve the response of your speakers There may also be limiters set up to keep T S properly The following secti y 5 lters that are employed to These tools can make your nd it is important to use these tools ing into clipping and protect your speakers from the hazards of a clipped signal Your moplifiers play a vital role in system setup because they are last device in the chain before your speakers and nt of gain If your limiters and amplifiers are incorrectly setup you will not be using your system to its fullest potential and could result in damage to your speakers n structure rom your mixing desk and set the input gain of your processor to O Set the crossovers that you want to use while keeping the output gains also at O With DISCONN limiter set your process Now turn down the volu desk IDea clipping and the built in Li while checking the sound f you can not reach enough signal level increase the processor s in or s limiter so that the amplifier does not clip me of the power amplifiers connect your speakers a f there are no other issues there should be distortion free sound and the lim not continuously on If they are continuously on reduce the output gai
5. TEOd8 Professional Loudspeaker Management System User Manual S IDea Warranty ALl IDEA products are guaranteed against any manufacturing defect for a period of 2 years from date of purchase The guarantee excludes damage from incorrect use of the product Any guarantee repair replacement and servicing must be exclusively done by the factory or any of authorized service centers Do not open or intend to repair the product otherwise servicing and replacement will not be applicable for guarantee repair Return the damaged unit at shipper s risk and freight prepaid with a copy of the purchase invoice in order to claim guarantee service or replacement to the nearest service center or when required by the manufacturer to IDEA headquarters at MAS D Electroacustica SL Pol A Trabe 28 20 15350 Cedeira A Coru a Galicia Spain IDea UM_TEOd8_v1_DEF Safety Instructions gt gt Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Do not open the processor Do not attempt to service the processor yourself Refer all servicing to qualified personnel PLEASE FOR YOUR PROTECTION READ THE FOLLOWING This device shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing liquid and no object filled with liquid such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus Clean only with a dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves
6. d and you forgot the password it is not possible to unlock it without contacting your local service representative To unlock the unit select Unlocked and enter the password The password is automatically checked after each entered character and the unit will exit the system menu when the password is confirmed The default password is Password 3 4 4 Version Information By pushing the rotary encoder the display toggles through some version information about the unit as well as some parameters like IP address MAC address etc ipea UM_TEOd8_v1_DEF Appendix A Declaration Of Conformity ALLDSP GmbH amp Co KG Spengler Str 6 59067 Hamm Germany Declares that the product IDEA TEOd8 conforms to the following Specifications Safety IEC 60065 01 Amd 1 EMC EN 55022 2006 EN 55103 1 2 2008 EN 55024 1998 FCC Part 15 Supplementary Information The product herewith complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC EMC Directive 2004 108 EC RoHS Directive 2002 95 EC WEEE Directive 2002 96 EC With regard to Directive 2005 32 EC and EC Regulation 1275 2008 of 17 December 2008 this product is designed produced and classified as Professional Audio Equipment and thus is exempt from this Directive A molded mains plug that has been cut off from the cord is unsafe Discard the mains plug at a suitable disposal facility NEVER UNDER ANY C
7. he PEQ blocks see below IDea UM_TEOd8_v1_DEF 3 3 5 High Pass Filter Adjust the high pass frequency by dialing the rotary encoder You can switch the high pass filter off by dialing the rotary encoder down counterclockwise until the frequency passes 20Hz Press the rotary encoder to change the filter type Select the type by turning the rotary encoder You can choose from Butterworth 6dB Bessel 6dB Butterworth 12dB Bessel 12dB Linkwitz Riley12dB Butterworth 18dB Bessel 18dB Butterworth 24dB and Bessel 24dB Higher order filters may be set by adding filter sections in the PEQ blocks see below 3 3 6 Parametric Equalizer PEQ There are ten bands of parametric equalization Each band can be adjusted freely over the complete frequency range of 20Hz to 20kHz Adjust the frequency by dialing the rotary encoder Press the rotary encoder to select the parameters The available parameters are Frequency 20Hz to 20kHz Gain 12dB to 12dB Q 0 2 to 25 Enabled On or Off Type Bell High Shelf Low Shelf Notch All Pass Band Pass High Pass Low Pass For the Shelving filters the Q value sets the steepness of the filter in dB Oct 3 3 7 Compressor The compressor is a true RMS compressor Turn the rotary encoder to set the threshold Press the rotary encoder to select the parameters The available parameters are Threshold Attack Hold Release Ratio and Makeup Gain
8. ithin significant electromagnetic fields should be avoided Use only shielded interconnecting cables ipea UM_TEOd8_v1_DEF IDea www ideaproaudio com 2015 MAS D Electroac stica SL Av Constituci n 5 9 46009 VALENCIA
9. m Up or Item Down buttons 3 2 1 Gain Adjust the gain by dialing the rotary encoder The gain is adjusted in steps of 0 25dB Smaller steps 0 01dB can be set via the PC or MAC IDEA DSPControl software 3 2 2 Input Selection Select the source Analog or AES EBU by rotating the encoder 3 2 3 Delay Set the delay time by turning the encoder Select the displayed unit ms or s mm or m feet inches or mils by pushing the encoder ipea UM_TEOd8_v1_DEF 3 2 4 Low Pass Filter Adjust the Low Pass Filter frequency by turning the rotary encoder You can switch the low pass filter off by turning the rotary encoder up clockwise until the frequency passes 20kHz Press the rotary encoder to change the filter type Select the type by turning the rotary encoder You can choose from Butterworth 6dB Bessel 6dB Butterworth 12dB Bessel 12dB Linkwitz Riley12dB Butterworth 18dB Bessel 18dB Butterworth 24dB and Bessel 24dB Higher Order filters may be set by adding filter sections in the PEQ blocks see below 3 2 5 High Pass Filter Adjust the high pass frequency by dialing the rotary encoder You can switch the high pass filter off by dialing the rotary encoder down counterclockwise until the frequency passes 20Hz Press the rotary encoder to change the filter type Select the type by turning the rotary encoder You can choose from Butterworth 6dB Bessel 6dB Butterworth 12dB Bessel 1
10. mputer to a fixed IP address If you do this please choose any address in the ZeroConfig range and set the subnet mask to 255 255 0 0 Local Area Connection This connection has limited or no connectivity You might not be able to access the Internet or some network resources For more information click this message La DY 9 11AM IDea El UM_TEOd8_v1_DEF 2 1 2 3 Fixed IP address It is also possible to set a fixed IP address and subnet mask for the T 0d8 WARNING If you set a wrong address in a different range than your computer you may not be able to connect anymore It is STRONGLY 2 1 2 4 Firewall RECOMMENDED to consult a system administrator before making such settings After starting the software application for the first time your computer may ask you to allow or block the application access to the network Please make sure to allow this if there is a firewall between the application and the TEOd8 the application will not find the TEOd8 2 2 System Setup and Gain Structure fi your amplifiers from go a o ffer the greatest amou To ensure an optimal gai Play a signal at the nominal level his product offers a wide range of tools for sound system design and setup stem more efficient and better sounding but to get the best possible sou on explains how to maximize system gain and how to use the limiters to protect our amplifiers from clipping
11. n of your processor CTED loudspeakers turn up the volume of the power amplifiers entirely clockwise full volume Now reduce the output gain and or the output limiter setting to get the desired gain so that the amplifier is just miters of your processor are just limiting If the amplifier does not have a built in clip nd slowly increase the volume iter LEDs are flashing or off but put gain or turn up the level from your mixing UM_TEOd8_v1_DEF 3 Setup And Operation Before plugging the processor in always make sure that the power supply matches the product specification voltage Install this device on a flat stable surface Do not supply power before all components of the system are set up and connected properly Make sure to power up your device before your power amplifiers are switched on in order to avoid transients which could damage you 3 1 System Check After connecting all cables you should mute all outputs first or turn the gain level setting on your amplifiers to minimum Activate the HF outputs first In case of wrong cabling High Frequency HF audio signals will come out of bass speakers that cannot be harmed this way Vice versa the Low Frequency LF audio signals would destroy your HF speakers 3 2 Input Setup Press the Channel Up or Down button to select the input channel you wish to edit Make the first settings with the output turned low or muted To toggle through the different menus press the Ite
12. nel Link on or off IDea UM_TEOd8_v1_DEF 3 3 0utput Setup Press the Channel Up or Down button to select the output channel you wish to edit Make the first settings with the output turned low or muted To toggle through the different menus press the Item Up or Item Down buttons 3 3 1 Gain Adjust the gain by dialing the rotary encoder The gain is adjusted in steps of 0 25dB Smaller steps 0 01dB can be set via the PC or MAC interface 3 3 2 Mixer Turn the rotary encoder to mix the signal from the selected input to the selected output Push the rotary encoder to select the input Attention The mixer is only available while the outputs are not linked by Channel Link If the channels are linked the mixer will be skipped 3 3 3 Delay Set the delay time by turning the encoder Select the displayed unit ms or s mm or m feet inches or mils by pushing the encoder 3 3 4 Low Pass Filter Adjust the Low Pass Filter frequency by turning the rotary encoder You can switch the low pass filter off by turning the rotary encoder up clockwise until the frequency passes 20kHz Press the rotary encoder to change the filter type Select the type by turning the rotary encoder You can choose from Butterworth 6dB Bessel 6dB Butterworth 12dB Bessel 12dB Linkwitz Riley12dB Butterworth 18dB Bessel 18dB Butterworth 24dB and Bessel 24dB Higher order filters may be set by adding filter sections in t
13. old of the output peak limiter The Limit LED lights when any gain reduction is taking place in that channel The CLIP LED lights when more than 12dB of gain reduction is taking place 1 1 6 0utput Mute Buttons The 8 output mute buttons are used for independently muting each output ipea a UM_TEOd8_v1_DEF 1 2 Rear Panel O rO ipea TEOd8 z Output n ae 5 Etherne To 5 P e 64 6 a AES EBU A B Cc D 1 2 1 Power Connector The TEOd8 has an internal power supply that will accept voltages ranging from 110V 240V at frequencies from 50Hz 60Hz An IEC cord is included 1 2 2 Power Switch The Power Switch turns the TEOd8 on and off Note we recommend that power amplifiers connected to the product should be powered down prior to turning on the TEOd8 1 2 3 Analog inputs The analog input section of the TEOd8 offers 4 electronically balanced XLR connectors The maximum input level is 23dBu max electronically balanced 1 2 4 Ethernet Connector The RJ 45 connector is used to connect your product to a network It can then be configured and controlled in real time with the PC and MAC configuration program With this program you can also update your DSP to the latest firmware Please check our website regularly for updates 1 2 5 AES EBU Input The digital input of the TEOd8 offers an input channel on an electronically balanced XLR connector The processor will accept AES EBU and S PDIF input signal
14. om a remote location over your network or via a USB cable IDEA DSPControl software is available for download at www ideaproaudio com resources downloads for MAC OSX and PC running Windows XP and Windows 1 1 Front Panel 1 1 1 USB Connector The USB connector is used to connect the TEOd8 to a PC or MAC It can then be configured and controlled in real time with the freely available PC and MAC configuration program With this program you can also update your DSP to the latest firmware Please check our website regularly for updates 1 1 2 Input VU Meters There are 4 independent input meters available The LEDs indicate Signal 48dBu 6dBu Limit and Clip These meters refer to the absolute input level multiplied by the input gain The Limit LED lights when any gain reduction is taking place in that channel The CLIP LED lights when the input level reaches 22dBu 1 1 3 Function Buttons The function buttons allow direct access to all editing and navigating functions See section three for a detailed description on the functions of each of these buttons 1 1 4 Rotary Encoder The rotary encoder is used to scroll through the menu items by pushing it and to adjust values by rotating it When values are changed the DSP is updated in real time 1 1 5 0utput VU Meters There are 8 independent output meters available The LEDs indicate Signal 48dBu 6dBu Limit and Clip The indication refers to the output level w rt The thresh
15. omputer or to use a USB hub that supports USB 1 0 If you have problems with the USB connection please refer to the Installation Guide for details on how to install the proper driver When connecting the unit via an Ethernet network you have several options The PC MAC application has an auto discovery tool that will automatically connect to any unit found on the network Please refer to the Software Manual available on our website for details on the control software 2 1 2 1 Standard DHCP Network For the easiest connection use a standard Ethernet Router plug in the unit and your computer and the connection should be made automatically Standard routers have a DHCP server built in and enabled A DHCP server assigns a network address to your computer and to the TEOd8 allowing them to connect automatically 2 1 2 2 Connection Without DHCP server Alternatively you can use a direct cross cable or a simple Ethernet Switch to connect the unit to your PC or MAC Please note that in this case especially Windows computers may take up to several minutes to assign themselves a network address indicated by the text This connection has limited or no connectivity The computer and the TEOd8 both will assign themselves a network address in the ZeroConfig range 169 254 0 0 169 254 255 255 and the TEOd8 will be discovered automatically by the PC MAC application To facilitate connections without DHCP router it may be convenient to set your co
16. or other devices that produce heat Only use the accessories specifies by the manufacturer Unplug this device during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 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 third prong is provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus Servicing is required when the device has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into it the device has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped The symbols shown above are internationally accepted symbols that warn of potential hazards with electrical products The lightning flash with arrow point in an equilateral triangle means that there are dangerous voltages present within the processor The exclamation point in an equilateral triangle indicates that it is necessary for the user to refer to the owner s manual These symbols warn that there are no user se
17. ritten This action can not be undone The system will ask you to give aname to the preset name Select a character in the cursor position by turning the rotary encoder pushing the rotary encoder confirms the character selected and moves the cursor to the next character to edit Pushing the exit ESC button erases the last confirmed character Once the name is set up push the menu button again If you want to continue storing the preset select Yes by turning the rotary encoder and confirm by pushing it To cancel push the exit button Now your preset is saved in the selected location ae The presets contain all filter dynamics gain settings etc Presets do NOT contain the name of the unit network configuration automatic standby delay user access rights and passwords 3 4 3 Access Level The TEOd8 has the option of locking away the front panel controls to avoid tampering of settings by unauthorized persons To lock the unit select Locked by turning the rotary encoder and push it to confirm The system will ask you to enter a password Select a character in the cursor position by turning the rotary encoder pushing the rotary encoder confirms the character selected and moves the cursor to the next character to edit Pushing the exit ESC button erases the last confirmed character Once the password is set up push the menu button again and the unit will be locked ATTENTION Make sure to remember the password When the unit is locke
18. rviceable parts inside the processor Opening the chassis for any reason will void the manufacturer s warranty Do not get the processor wet If liquid is spilled on the processor shut it off immediately and take it to a dealer for service IDea UM_TEOd8_v1_DEF POWER ON OFF SWITCH If the equipment has a Power switch the Power switch used in this piece of equipment DOES NOT break the connection from the mains MAINS DISCONNECT The plug shall remain readily operable For rack mount or installation where plug is not accessible an all pole mains switch with a contact separation of at least 3 mm in each pole shall be incorporated into the electrical installation of the rack or building FOR PRODUCTS EQUIPPED WITH EXTERNALLY ACCESSIBLE FUSE RECEPTACLE Replace fuse with same type and rating only MULTIPLE INPUT VOLTAGE This equipment may require the use of a different line cord attachment plug or both depending on the available power source at installation Connect this equipment only to the power source indicated on the equipment rear panel To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock refer servicing to qualified service personnel or equivalent If connected to 240V supply a suitable CSA UL certified power cord shall be used for this supply This equipment is intended for rack mount use only THIS APPLIANCE SHALL BE CONNECTED TO A MAINS SOCKET OUTLET WITH A PROTECTIVE EARTHING CONNECTION The cores in
19. s of 16 to 24 bit 44 1 48 88 2 or 96kHz 1 2 6 Analog Outputs The output section of the TEOd8 offers 8 electronically balanced XLR connectors The maximum output level is 12dBu impedance matched ipea UM_TEOd8_v1_DEF 2 Getting Started 2 1 Connections 2 1 1 Signal Connections When setting up your processor make connections as follows Do not power the unit until the input and output connector are plugged Connect the output s from the sound source mixer to the Ch 1 XLR input connector mono or both Ch 1 and Ch 2 XLR input connectors stereo Connect the output XLR connector s to the input connector s of the selected power amplifier s Always make sure that your power amps are the last item turned on and the first turned off Once all of the connections have been made and the device is powered up you can navigate through the entire signal path of your processor from the front panel The display provides you with a clear and concise overview of each aspect of the signal path from the input left side of display to the output section right side of display 2 1 2 Remote Monitoring and Control For the quickest and easiest results we recommend to install and use the PC or MAC configuration software It provides a complete and comprehensive tool to make your loudspeaker configuration settings and to manage your presets When connecting the unit via USB make sure to connect it directly to your c
20. the mains lead are colored in accordance with the following code GREEN and YELLOW Earth BLUE Neutral BROWN Live As colors of the cores in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the colored markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows The core which is colored green and yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter E or with the earth symbol or colored green or green and yellow The blue core must be connected to the terminal marked N or colored black The brown core must be connected to the terminal marked L or colored red This equipment may require the use of a different line cord attachment plug or both depending on the available power ource at installation the attachment plug needs to be changed refer servicing to qualified service personnel who should refer to the table below he green yellow wire shall be connected directly to the processor s chassis un 45 WARNING If the ground is defeated certain fault conditions in the processor 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 ipea UM_TEOd8_v1_DEF 1 Overview of Connectors and Controls In addition to the available features described in this manual you also have the option of controlling the processor with a PC or MAC fr
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