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1. Network Connect one end of a data communications cable CAT 6 rating or better terminated with an RJ45 plug into the LAN A and optionally LAN B receptacle on the rear panel of the Q Sys product Ensure that the lock tab on the cable engages with the RJ45 receptacle Figure 2 Mic Line Inputs Line Outputs AES3 1 0 ee Several of the optional audio I O Cards accept Euro style also known as Phoenix three terminal plugs Figure Figure 2 3 When these cards are ordered in the product configuration a kit containing the mating plugs is included in the carton contents Plug the Euro terminal block plug into the appropriate input or output receptacle on the Q Sys Audio I O Card s panel face The connection pinout is printed on the Q Sys Audio I O Card mounting bracket Refer to the illustrations in the right hand column of this page for balanced and unbalanced connections analog connections only AES3 connections always require all three conductors Balanced AES 3 DataPorts The Q Sys DataPort I O Card is intended to interface with QSC amplifiers with v1 DataPorts This is the all capable version 1 DataPort specification supported on CX DCA PowerLight PL2 and PL3 Series amplifiers All DataPorts use the HD15 connector format and connect to QSC amplifiers via data communications cables having male HD15 connectors Figure 4 IMPORTANT These appear to be common VGA cables but they are not Many off the shelf VGA A cable2. gt 114 dB gt 117 dB lt 0 004 THD N gt 75 dB gt 100 dB 0 4 dB 0 2 dB Infinite attenuation via electromechanical relays 24 bit delta sigma at 48 kHz lt 13 Samples 271 ps at 48 kHz Two 15 pin HD15 Set amplifier in standby mode Listen Button Set individual channel mutes Peak or RMS Meter Amplifier input level load voltage load current load power and power headroom CX PowerLight 3 Series DCA and legacy V1 models AES3 Input Output CAES4 Four input and four output channels of AES3 digital audio gt 135 dB 0 4 dB 0 2 dB Infinite attenuation via digital mute Input with SRC enabled lt 143 Samples 2 96 ms Input without SRC enabled 3 Samples 6 25 us Output 3 Samples 6 25 us Four 3 terminal Euro style Description Up to 32 input and 32 output channels of 1 0 Capacity Selectable CobraNet digital audio 4x4 8X8 16x 16 32x32 Performance Bundle Packing 0 to 8 channels Dynamic Range A weighted gt 140 dB Frequency Response 20 Hz 20 kHz 0 2 dB CobraNet Network Transmitters 16 THD N 130 dB CobraNet Network Receivers 16 Group Delay Selectable Configuration Management Simple Network Management modeRate 0x400 1 479 mS Protocol v1 2 812 mS w SRC enabled modeRate 0x500 2 813 mS E R NEAR 4 146 mS w SRC enabled Mute Infinite attenuation via digital mute modeRate 0x600 5 479 mS 6 812 mS w SRC enabled Connectors NOTE Specification
3. Low 0 4 V maximum High Current Output High 11 V minimum 13 V maximum High Current Output sink or source 280 mA NOTE The maximum current sourced by one GPIO connector including both High Current and Power Pins is 400 mA TD 000347 00 B Q Sys Type 2 System Hardware Specifications Description Front Panel Controls Front Panel Indicators Rear Panel Connectors Maximum Ambient Operating Temperature Features and Options Core Redundancy Network Redundancy Multi Track Player MTP Options Storage Options PA Router Core to Core Control Linking Core to Core Paging Core Capacity Network Audio Channels n Out n Out combined Local Analog 1 0 Channels n Out n Out combined Local Digital 1 0 Channels CobraNet In 3 CobraNet Out AES In AES Out AES In CobraNet In combined AES Out CobraNet Out combined Acoustic Echo Canceling AEC Channels Core to Core Network Channels Line Voltage Requirements Dimensions HWD Chassis only includes rack mount ears Chassis with front bezel TD 000347 00 B Core 500i System processor control engine and input and output device LCD page forward momentary switch Unit ID button momentary switch Clear settings momentary switch Power On Blue LED Device Status Tri color LED Audio Signal Four tri color LEDs Card Present Indicator Bi color LED behind Slot letters 240 x 64 monochrome LCD graphics display GPIO A DA 15 female 1
4. F Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No 64 64 64 32 32 32 100 VAC 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 3 5 x 19 x 16 13 88 90 mm x 482 6 mm x 409 70 mm 3 5 x 19 x 16 76 88 90 mm x 482 6 mm x 425 70 mm Core 500i Core 250i 6 ft UL CSA IEC line cord Rubber feet User Manual Software CD Optional audio I O ship kit Accessories Included 6 ft UL CSA IEC line cord Rubber feet User Manual Software CD Optional audio I O ship kit 1 The maximum number of local channels a Core can have is 128 in and 128 out 64 in and 64 out Each card has its own limitations see the O Cards Mic Line In Line Out specifications You can mix types directions and number of O channels the combination dictates the maximum number of channels For example if you used all 4 channels of a Line In card all input and output channels of 2 AES cards you now have used 12 input channels and 8 output channels leaving 116 input channels and 120 output channels to use with other cards N Requires purchase of O cards w 4 AES3 cards have four input channels and four output channels per card 1 0 Cards Mic Line In Line Out Description Performance Dynamic Range Unweighted Dynamic Range A weighted Distortion 20 Hz 20 kHz 4 dBu nominal input Distortion 20 Hz 20 kHz 2 dB below clip max Crosstalk 20 Hz 20 kHz Maximum Typical Frequency Response 20 Hz 20 kHz max Frequency Response 20 Hz 20 kHz typ
5. Power Switch 6 Video Out DVI female connector For future use 11 Serial Number TD 000347 00 B 10 Rear Panel Core 500i 13 12 11 OSC AUDO PRODUCT LLC COSTA MESA CA U X C 5009 f Paani oh q 25209 M o 0 a O im a e a Of Ro laa ile k o mm m E e chUL us q C HAMI AUXILI RT USB ng Q 1 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 10 Figure 9 1 Eight Audio I O Bays accepts Q Sys Type 2 audio I O cards 8 Four Auxiliary Ports USB host connectors 2 GPIO A and GPIO B Female DA 15 connectors for Q Sys control I O 9 Q LAN Network Port LAN B 1000 Mbps only backup connection to 3 Video Out HD 15 female connector For future use Q Sys gigabit network 4 Video Out DVI female connector For future use 10 AUX LAN Network Port 5 RS 232 DE 9 male connector for serial communications 11 AC Main Inlet IEC male connector with cord retainer 6 Video Out HDMI For future use 12 Power Switch 7 Q LAN Network Port LAN A 1000 Mbps only primary connection to 15 Serial Number Q Sys gigabit network TD 000347 00 B 11 Q Sys 1 0 Card Remove and Replace Procedure This procedure is for Q Sys Type 2 I O Cards only Card installation should only be done by a trained and qualified technician Tools Phillips screwdriver ESD grounded wrist stra
6. a trademark of Cisco Systems Inc CobraNet is a trademark of Cirrus Logic Microsoft trademarks are owned by Microsoft Corp in the US and other countries All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners Patents pending Q Sys User Manual 2015 05 29
7. and screws for illustration purposes The screws are only used on cards in positions A and B All other cards must use the standoffs b For cards in positions C through H remove the cards in positions A and or B step 6 a then remove the four hex standoffs securing the next lower card and remove the card Continue this until you have removed the card you wish to replace WARNING Domestic and international safety regulations require that this device A Q Sys Cores be fully configured before power is applied All eight audio I O card bays designated A through H must include a Q Sys Audio I O card or blank Q Sys 1 0 card and the proper mounting bracket Figure 12 Failure to properly configure this device will void the warranty 7 Install the new I O Card by reversing steps 5 and 6 Be sure to align and secure the I O Card Mounting Bracket before tightening the hex standoffs or card securing screws Complete step 7 and 8 for each single level or layer of cards as you replace them Do not move to the next level of cards until the lower level is properly installed Figure 14 8 Reconnect the ribbon cable to the I O Card by aligning the tab on the cable connector housing with the key on the card connector as shown in Figure 14 Gently push down on the cable connector housing to seat the cable into the card connector When properly seated the cable ejectors will lock in place with the thumb tabs upright TD 000347 00 B
8. the amplifiers are properly connected in the design and configured correctly The connections and configuration should match the physical connections g Ensure that the loudspeakers are properly connected to the amplifiers in the design and configured correctly The connections and configuration should match the physical connections h There are many ways to pass audio through the Q Sys system your design should contain one or more ways to do this If not refer to the Online Help and add one of the components that would allow you to pass audio i Save the design to the Core and connect Press F5 j If the Core s firmware does not match the firmware embedded in Q Sys Designer on your PC you are prompted to update the firmware The Core 250i and 5001 are supported by Q Sys Designer 3 0 and above Do not install a version of Q Sys Designer earlier than 3 0 NOTE To download the latest Q Sys Designer software and firmware go to http www qscaudio com products software QSys 6 Test the system Before trying to pass audio place the System Mute component in your design Run the design F5 and click the Mute button When you attempt to pass audio for the first time you can un mute the system and the output will ramp up to the level of the settings in your design If the system begins to get too loud you can press the mute button again and make necessary adjustments TD 000347 00 B 7 Overview Q Sys Is an integrated syst
9. to the Hardware User Manual for the Cores 1000 3000 4000 and I O Frame TD 000284 for information Q Sys 1 0 Card s One or more required The I O cards installed in the Core are the links between the input output devices and the Core The I O cards receive audio from external equipment and send it to the Core for processing They also receive audio from the Core and send it to output devices The Core houses one or more of the following The Core does not necessarily require any I O cards you can have an I O Frame connected to Q LAN with I O cards that would fill the requirements o AES Card provides the interface between digital devices such as mixing consoles recording devices other devices and Q Sys o Blank Card Fills card slot when no card is needed o CobraNet Card provides the interface between QSC Basis DCP or third party CobraNet devices DataPort Card provides audio telemetry and control interface between Q Sys and QSC DataPort amplifiers and QSC loudspeakers Line Out Card provides the interface between third party amplifiers recording devices other devices and Q Sys Standard Std or High Performance HP Mic Line Input Card provides the interface between input devices microphones CD DVD players mixers and so on and Q Sys e Q Sys Designer Software 3 0 or Greater Required for designing not required for operation Q Sys Designer is the design software application that create
10. 12 NOTE When you connect the ribbon cable to the Core main board be sure that you connect it to the proper connector The connectors on the Core main board are identified by the slot letters A through H 9 When replacing the Blank Card with an I O Card the new ribbon cable must also be attached to the Core main board To do this locate the main board audio connectors Then locate the appropriate card position indicator Figure 15 on the main board for the card being replaced A through H Attach the ribbon cable in the same manner as the I O Card ensuring that the cable connector tab is aligned with the main board connector key and that the cable is properly seated with the ejector tabs in their locked position 10 Replace the Core lid and secure the lid with the screws removed earlier Qualified Ethernet Switches Figure 15 Q Sys uses layer 3 DSCP QoS This type of QoS is deployed differently on different networks and therefore requires user intervention to set up properly Because of this complexity unmanaged switches are not acceptable for Q Sys For more details about network and switch setup refer to the Help File in Q Sys Designer For more details about the following switches refer to the manufacturers website The following switches have been tested and qualify for use with a Q Sys network NOTE Please visit qsc com for a list of currently qualified switches TD 000347 00 B 13 Q Sys GPIO Signal Spec
11. 48 kHz lt 13 Samples 271 ps at 48 kHz Four 3 terminal Euro style 48 V phantom power IEC 1938 1996 Each CobraNet card has up to 32 input channels and up to 32 output channels You can reach 256 128 CobraNet channels with 4 2 cards or up to 8 cards Line Output COL4 Four channels of balanced line level analog output gt 112 dB gt 115 dB lt 0 009 THD N gt 75 dB gt 110 dB 0 4 dB 0 2 dB Infinite attenuation via electromechanical relays 24 bit delta sigma at 48 kHz lt 10 Samples 196 ps at 48 kHz Four 3 terminal Euro style 8 7V 21 dBu 18 8 dBv 1 0 Cards DataPort Out AES3 Description Performance Dynamic Range Unweighted Dynamic Range A weighted Distortion 20 Hz 20 kHz 4 dBu nominal input Distortion 20 Hz 20 kHz 2 dB below clip max Crosstalk 20 Hz 20 kHz Maximum Typical Frequency Response 20 Hz 20 kHz Maximum Frequency Response 20 Hz 20 kHz Typical Mute Audio Converters Digital to Analog Conversion DACs Group Delay Connectors User configurable Options software enabled User configurable Options software enabled Amplifier Standby Amplifier Monitoring Mute Meters Meter Selection Amplifier Model Support 1 Group Delay assumes that the sample rate converter is enabled CobraNet 1 0 Card CCN32 DataPort Output CODP4 Four audio output channels 2 DataPorts for connection to DataPort equipped QSC amplifiers
12. 5 pin D shell connector GPIO B DA 15 female 15 pin D shell connector Video Out DVI D Video Out HD 15 female 15 pin D shell connector Video Out HDMI RS 232 DE 9 male 9 pin D shell connector Power Switch Q Sys Network LAN A RJ45 1000 Mbps only Q Sys Network LAN B RJ45 1000 Mbps only AUX ports USB host x4 AUX LAN port RJ45 10 100 1000 Mbps AC Main Inlet IEC male connector 50 C 122 F Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 128 128 128 32 32 32 28 28 32 32 28 28 48 28 00 VAC 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 3 5 x 19 x 16 13 88 90 mm x 482 6 mm x 409 70 mm 3 5 x 19 x 16 76 88 90 mm x 482 6 mm x 425 70 mm Core 250i System processor control engine and input and output device LCD page forward momentary switch Unit ID button momentary switch Clear settings momentary switch Power On Blue LED Device Status Tri color LED Audio Signal Four tri color LEDs per I O card slot Card Present Indicator Bi color LED behind Slot letters 240 x 64 monochrome LCD graphics display GPIO A DA 15 female 15 pin D shell connector GPIO B DA 15 female 15 pin D shell connector Video Out DVI D Video Out D 15 female 15 pin D shell connector RS 232 DE 9 male 9 pin D shell connector Power Switch Q Sys Network LAN A RJ45 1000 Mbps only Q Sys Network LAN B RJ45 1000 Mbps AUX LAN port RJ45 10 100 1000 Mbps AUX ports USB host x4 AC Main Inlet IEC male connector 40 C 104
13. A list of QSC International distributors is available at www qscaudio com To register your QSC product online go to www qscaudio com and select Product Registration Other questions regarding this warranty can be answered by calling e mailing or contacting your authorized QSC distributor Phone 1 800 854 4079 within US and Canada 1 714 754 6175 international Email warranty qscaudio com Website www qscaudio com TD 000347 00 B 3 RoHS Statement The following chart is provided for product use in China Po Q Sys Core 250i 7 Q Sys Core 500i PAA AZ BK Toxic or hazardous Substances and Elements Part Name ca i NINE Bo TRERAS TRAN Pb fe Cd Cr vi PBB a Fe ce PCB Assemblies MU DEE 0 RHR HOA Be BA EA EB AE EA SE E EEE SJ 111363_2006K IRER Fo O Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all of the homogeneous materials for this part is below the limit requirement in SJ 711363 2006 X KURSA Be BCA Ema TE AE AE FD BY SSH 28 gt PT PEE ES J T11363_2006 BR BRAY RZE X Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in at least one of the homogeneous materials used for this part is above the limit requirement in SJ T11363 2006 Unpacking There are no special unpacking precautions However it is recommended that you keep the original packing
14. CO SYS Type 2 Hardware User Manual Core 250i Networked audio and control processor and input and output device Core 500i Networked audio and control processor and input and output device OO00000000000 SIGNAL OQOOOQ000000000 000 0000 0000 0000 a e c D 0000 0000 0000 0000 E F G H Q SYS CORE 250i 0000 0000 0000 0000 a ZZL OQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQ Q SYS CORE 5001 OQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQ OOODDDOOODODOCOO00000 TD 000347 00 B EXPLANATION OF TERMS AND SYMBOLS The term WARNING indicates instructions regarding personal safety If the instructions are not followed the result may be bodily injury or death The term CAUTION indicates instructions regarding possible damage to physical equipment If these instructions are not followed it may result in damage to the equipment that may not be covered under the warranty The term IMPORTANT indicates instructions or information that are vital to the successful completion of the procedure The term NOTE is used to indicate additional useful information The intent of the lightning flash with arrowhead symbol in a triangle is to alert the user to the presence of un insulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to humans The intent of the exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is to alert the user to the presence of important safety and ope
15. Input Impedance Balanced nominal Unbalanced nominal Common Mode Rejection 20 Hz 20 kHz max Common Mode Rejection 20 Hz 20 kHz typ Max Input Level Mute Audio Converters Analog to Digital Conversion ADCs Digital to Analog Conversion DACs Group Delay Connectors User configurable Options software enabled Phantom Power Output Trim Vrms max dBu max dBv max TD 000347 00 B Mic Line Input CIML4 Four channels of microphone line level analog audio input with 48V phantom power gt 105 dB gt 108 dB lt 0 009 THD N lt 0 08 THD N gt 90 dB gt 110 dB 0 5 dB 0 2 dB 10 k ohms 10 k ohms gt 40 dB gt 50 dB 0 123 2 25 8 70 17 35 Vrms 16 10 21 27 dBu 18 2 7 04 18 8 24 78 dBv 4 selections Infinite attenuation via digital mute 24 bit delta sigma at 48 kHz lt 13 Samples 271 ps at 48 kHz Four 3 terminal Euro style 48 V phantom power IEC 1938 1996 High Performance Mic Line Input CIML4 HP Four channels of microphone line level analog audio input with 48V phantom power and high performance pre amplifiers and A D converters gt 112 dB gt 115 dB lt 0 004 THD N lt 0 06 THD N gt 90 dB gt 110 dB 0 4 dB 0 2 dB 10 k ohms 10 k ohms gt 47 dB gt 50 dB 1 23 mVrms to 17 35 Vrms 56 to 27 dBu 58 2 to 24 8 dBv continuously variable Infinite attenuation via digital mute 24 bit delta sigma at
16. als to both ports so if LAN A or a part of LAN A fails the Core switches to LAN B with no failover time Q Sys Hardware Redundancy The Cores and I O Frames can have backups connected to the network Both are identified in Q Sys Designer as being redundant The backup Core communicates with the primary to ensure it is up to date with any changes made on the primary and to monitor the primary Core s health The Core monitors the I O Frames if there is a problem detected with the primary I O Frame the Core switches to the backup The audio inputs and outputs of the primary and backup I O Frames are wired in parallel meaning that the audio source drives two inputs The audio outputs of an offline 1 0 Frame are disconnected by relays so only the active I O Frame in a redundant pair drives the outputs TD 000347 00 B 9 Q Sys Core 250i Core 500i Panel Features Figure 7 Figure 8 and Figure 9 show the Q Sys Core front and rear panel features The front panel is identical for the Core 250i and 500i The rear panels are shown with all eight I O cards installed The cards shown are intended to show all the slots in a populated condition and not to indicate any particular configuration NOTE The Q Sys hardware products are configured at the QSC factory per your order At the time of order you specify the type of Q Sys Audio I O Cards to be installed in the Audio I O bays on the Q Sys Core In addition Q Sys Audio I O Card Kits are availab
17. and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Warranty USA only other countries see your dealer or distributor Disclaimer QSC Audio Products LLC QSC is not liable for any damage to amplifiers loudspeakers or any other equipment that is caused by negligence or improper installation and or use of this signal processing product While QSC has endeavored to develop and produce the most dependable and robust network audio product for your use due to the myriad of network situations and equipment that may be encountered in its implementation QSC cannot be held responsible for network conflicts and associated consequences that may result For this reason QSC strongly recommends that the network used for implementat
18. articular attention A should be given to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit e g use of power strips Mechanical Loading Mounting the equipment in the rack should be done such that a hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven or unstable mechanical loading CAUTION Elevated Operating Ambient If installed in a closed or multi unit rack assembly the ambient operating temperature of A the rack environment may be greater than room ambient Consideration should be given to ensure that the maximum operating temperature listed in Q Sys Type 2 System Hardware Specifications on page 15 is not exceeded Reduced Air Flow Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the amount of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised Circuit Overloading Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of the circuits might have on over current protection and supply wiring TD 000347 00 B 4 Connections AC Power Cord Insert the molded receptacle of the AC power cord into the AC power inlet on the back of the Q Sys product Figure 1 Plug the AC line connector into an AC outlet The power supply on the Q Sys Cores accepts 100 240 V 50 60 Hz If a different type of IEC power cord is required than that supplied with the product consult QSC s Technical Services Group Q Sys
19. em audio solution The DSP is centralized to allow faster development and deployment of new features and requires fewer hardware changes as well Q Sys has been designed around four major criteria Sonic Quality Reliability Power and Flexibility Type 2 Hardware Q Sys has two types of hardware currently deployed In the Type 2 hardware new IDC ribbon type connectors replaced the FCC hens flex type connectors installed in earlier releases of hardware Due to this change the Type 2 hardware is not physically compatible Souci with the older hardware You can still integrate the new I O Frames and Cores in the same system with older hardware but the 1 0 Fi r Figure 6 cards are not interchangeable Type 2 hardware can be identified by a yellow label Figure 6 on the back of the Core and I O Frame and the bottom of the I O cards Components Q Sys is comprised of the following dedicated components Q Sys Core Required The Core is the central processing unit of Q Sys The Core processes and routes all audio controls peripheral devices manages firmware updates to the peripheral devices The Core 250i and 500i have eight slots available to add the I O cards listed under Q Sys I O Cards below Because the Cores 250i and 500i can have up to eight I O cards it can operate as a stand alone system However you can connect one or more Q Sys I O Frames to the Q LAN network to increase the number of I O cards available to the Core Refer
20. end to any product which has been subjected to misuse neglect accident improper installation or where the date code has been removed or defaced QSC shall not be liable for incidental and or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights This limited warranty is freely transferable during the term of the warranty period The warranty on QSC products is NOT VALID if the products have been purchased from an unauthorized dealer online e tailer or if the original factory serial number has been removed defaced or replaced in any way Damage to or loss of any software or data residing on the product is not covered When providing repair or replacement service QSC will use reasonable efforts to reinstall the product s original software configuration and subsequent update releases but will not provide any recovery or transfer of software or data contained on the serviced unit not originally included in the product Customers may have additional rights which vary from state to state or from country to country In the event that a provision of this limited warranty is void prohibited or superseded by local laws the remaining provisions shall remain in effect The QSC limited warranty is valid for a period of three 3 years from date of purchase in the United States and many but not all other countries For QSC warranty information in countries other than the United States contact your authorized QSC international distributor
21. ifications GPIO Pin Assignments DB15 Pin V Ee e on a E a E oS mite iT win GPIO Specifications Relay Pins Maximum Voltage relative to Ground 30 V Maximum Current through Relay 1 Amp Power Pins Output Voltage 11V min 13V max Maximum Output Current 400 mA Signal Name RNO RNC PIOI PIO3 OWER PIO5 PIO7 DPIATasTa el aya a PIO2 PIO4 OWER PIO6 PIO8 ey po ala Signal Type Relay Contact Relay Contact Normal Current Normal Current Power High Current High Current Ground Relay Contact Ground Normal Current Normal Current Power High Current High Current Normal Current Pins Maximum Input Range 0 V to 32 V Analog Input Range 0 V to 24 V High Current Outpu Not supported High Current Outpu High Current Outpu Not supported High sink 280 mA SOUTCE Description Relay normally open Relay normally closed GPIO pin GPIO pin 12 V DC GPIO pin high current capable GPIO pin high current capable Ground Relay common Ground GPIO pin GPIO pin 12 V DC GPIO pin high current capable GPIO pin high current capable High Current Pins Maximum Input Range 0 V to 32 V Analog Input Range 0 V to 24 V Digital Input Low 0 8 V maximum Digital Input High 2 0 V minimum Digital Output Low 0 4 V maximum Digital Output High 2 4 V minimum 3 3 V maximum Digital Output Impedance 1k ohm High Current Output
22. ion of Q Sys products be completely separate from all other networks data or otherwise As such should you elect to integrate Q Sys products with your existing network system all risks attendant to such integration of Q Sys products with your existing network or network systems are assumed by you While QSC strives to provide the highest quality technical solutions for networked audio products in no event will QSC or its suppliers be held liable for any damages consequential incidental or otherwise including any claims for lost profits and or savings resulting from any attempted integration of Q Sys products with your networking systems No agent employee or representative of QSC has any authority to alter or modify in any manner the disclosures and recommendations set forth herein QSC Audio Products 3 Year Limited Warranty QSC Audio Products LLC QSC guarantees its products to be free from defective material and or workmanship and will replace defective parts and repair malfunctioning products under this warranty when the defect occurs under normal installation and use provided the unit is returned to our factory one of our authorized service stations or an authorized QSC International Distributor via pre paid transportation with a copy of proof of purchase i e sales receipt This warranty provides that the examination of the return product must indicate in our judgment a manufacturing defect This warranty does not ext
23. k 4 0 Client Profile icrosoft NET Framework 4 0 Extended icrosoft Visual C 2010 Runtime M M M M M M Q Sys Designer 3 0 or greater PC Hardware Requirements for Windows Vista Home Premium Business Ultimate Windows 7 e 1 GHz 32 bit x86 or 64 bit x64 processor e 1 GB of system memory e 40 GB hard drive with at least 15 GB of available space Support for DirectX 9 graphics with a WDDM Driver b 128 MB of graphics memory minimum c Pixel Shader 2 0 in hardware d 32 bits per pixel e CD ROM or DVD drive Keyboard and Microsoft Mouse or compatible pointing device PC Hardware Requirements for Windows XP Professional e PC with 300 megahertz or higher processor clock speed recommended 233 MHz minimum required single or dual processor system Intel Pentium Celeron family or AMD K6 AMD Athlon AMD Duron family or compatible processor recommended e 128 megabytes MB of RAM or higher recommended 64 MB minimum supported may limit performance and some features e 1 5 gigabytes GB of available hard disk space e Super VGA 800 x 600 or higher resolution video adapter and monitor e CD ROM or DVD drive Keyboard and Microsoft Mouse or compatible pointing device Installing Q Sys Designer 1 Start your PC 2 Close any running applications 3 If you have an Internet connection you can download the latest software at www qscaudio com products software QSys or place the Q Sys Designer CD in
24. le for field installation by qualified service personnel Front Panel SIGNAL 0000 0000 0000 0000 oS QO00000000000000000 9999999999 QQ QQQ 1 2 3 4 5 67 89 Figure 7 1 Exhaust Vents 6 Device ID Button locates device in Q Sys Designer GUI 2 Audio I O Signal Indicators 7 Status LED reports network health and firmware update status 3 Card Present Indicators 8 Clear Settings Paperclip Button resets everything on the Core does 4 240 x 64 Monochrome Graphics LCD flashes when the ID button in not delete any media files Q Sys Designer or Q Sys Configurator is pressed 9 Power On LED 5 Next Page Navigation Button Rear Panel Core 250i QSC AUDIO PRODUCTS LLC COSA MESA cA USA CA USA LOX DESIGNED AND ASSEMBLED IN THE USA TW 100 240 VAC 50 60 HMMA OOOO OOOO O O Figure 8 1 Eight Audio I O Bays accepts Q Sys Type 2 audio I O cards 7 RS 232 DE 9 male connector for serial communications 2 GPIO A and GPIO B Female DA 15 connectors for Q Sys control I O 8 Q LAN Network Port LAN B or AUX LAN 1000 Mbps only when 3 Four Auxiliary Ports USB host connectors used in Q LAN LAN B mode 10 100 1000 Mbps when used in AUX l de back ction to Q Sys gigabit network 4 Q LAN Network Port LAN A 1000 Mbps only primary connection to aoe EUP ae ie wa ee Q Sys gigabit network 9 AC Main Inlet IEC male connector with cord retainer 5 Video Out HD 15 female connector For future use 10
25. lifier or loudspeakers even QSC loudspeakers if Line Out cards are used Loudspeakers Q Sys QSC DataPort amplifiers and QSC loudspeakers work together to form an integrated system that provides specific loudspeaker processing Intrinsic Correction telemetry and protection for the loudspeaker You can use generic loudspeakers in a Q Sys system however there is no Intrinsic Correction provided Redundancy Q Sys is capable of several redundant configurations to ensure a high level of overall system reliability e 2N Core redundancy Two Cores primary and redundant communicating with each other and peripherals to verify system health and to synchronize control settings e 2N Network redundancy Two separate networks In this configuration you can have each Q Sys Core and or I O Frame connected to both networks e 2N1 O redundancy For each I O Frame you can have a backup I O Frame e N 1 Amplifier redundancy One amplifier can back up from one to eight amplifiers with the Q Sys DAB 801 DataPort Amplifier Backup Network Redundancy The Core I O Frame O 22 and TSC 8 have two network ports LAN A primary and LAN B backup The LAN B port on a unit becomes active when it is configured in Q Sys Designer as Is Network Redundant and connected Because the every unit is configured in the design file the Core recognizes it as being on LAN B as well as LAN A During operation the Core routes audio and control sign
26. materials for reuse in the rare event that service is required If service is required and the original packing material is not available ensure that the unit is adequately protected for shipment use a strong box of appropriate size sufficient packing padding material to prevent load shifting or impact damage or call QSC s Technical Services Group for replacement packing material and a carton What Is included in your Q Sys product carton Q Sys Core 250i or Core 500i e Rubber feet e Q Sys Hardware User Manual Q Sys Designer software CD e IEC power cord and cord lock wire e Connector plug kit appropriate for the optional Q Sys Audio I O Card s ordered Mounting Q Sys products can be used in or out of an equipment rack Rack mounting is optional Adhesive rubber feet are included for non rack mount installations table or shelf top installations Use the feet to prevent the unit from scratching or marring the support surface Rack Mount Instructions Rack mount the Q Sys product by supporting it from underneath while aligning the front panel mounting holes in the rack ears with the threaded screw holes in the rack rails Install all four mounting screws and washers and tighten securely All Q Sys products come with rear rack support ears Ensure that these rear mounting points are securely fastened to rear rack rails or side walls WARNING Reliable Earthing Reliable earthing of rack mounted equipment should be maintained P
27. p e 1 4 hex driver socket not shown for replacing Q Sys I O Cards in positions C through H CAUTION An ESD grounded wrist strap must be worn throughout the remove and replace procedure The end of the wrist strap should be connected to an unpainted surface on the product chassis such as the ground stud 1 Disconnect the AC mains power cord from the Q Sys Core 2 Connect and put on the ESD grounded wrist strap 3 Remove the sheet metal screws securing the lid to the Q Sys Core chassis Remove the lid by lifting it approximately 1 at the rear of the chassis while sliding it towards the back NOTE To remove an I O Card in a position below the top two positions A and B you must first remove the appropriate card s above it The following steps apply to both top and bottom cards Refer to Figure 10 and Figure 11 4 Locate the I O Card to be replaced and except for any Blank Cards remove the ribbon cable Figure 11 from the card by gently pushing outward on the cable ejector tabs The connector should be free of the socket 5 Remove the two screws securing the I O Card Mounting Bracket Figure 12 on the rear of the chassis Remove the bracket 6 Remove the I O Cards Refer to Figure 13 a For cards in positions A or B remove the four Phillips head screws securing the card to the standoffs Remove the card If you are not replacing a card in position C through H skip to step 7 NOTE Figure 13 shows both standoffs
28. ponent in Q Sys Designer so they match A new Core is shipped with both LANs enabled and the addressing Mode set to Auto The available modes are Auto If there is a DHCP server on the network the IP Address is automatically assigned When a DHCP server is not found or non functional and the Q Sys end node is configured for auto it will use Link Local addressing to self assign an IP address in the 169 254 0 0 16 range Static You assign a static IP Address Mask and Default Gateway Off Available on LAN B only In the Off mode there is no network redundancy d If you have any I O Frames select them one at a time in the Inventory list and verify the configuration of each e In Q Sys Configurator Select the I O Frame with the same name as in the design If the names are different you must change the hardware name or the name of the I O Frame component in Q Sys Designer so they match A new I O Frame is shipped with both LANs enabled and the addressing Mode set to Auto The available modes are Auto If there is a DHCP server on the network the IP Address is automatically assigned When a DHCP server is not found or non functional and the Q Sys end node is configured for auto it will use Link Local addressing to self assign an IP address in the 169 254 0 0 16 range Static You assign a static IP Address Mask and Default Gateway Off LAN B only no network redundancy f Ensure that
29. rating and maintenance instructions in this manual A IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A Ensure reliable earth grounding is maintained Distribute the units evenly when installing in a rack Hazardous conditions can p WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE be created by uneven weight distribution 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 ventilation opening 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 plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time Refer all
30. s MIGHT work with satisfactory results however it is also quite possible off the shelf cables will give less than satisfactory results and could even cause damage to QSC amplifiers The QSC DataPort specification requires that all conductors be present as well as shielding over those conductor pairs used for the audio channels to the amplifier Therefore QSC recommends the use of QSC DataPort cables exclusively which are available in a variety of lengths from QSC Use of any non QSC DataPort cable may void the warranty Figure 4 To connect a DataPort cable between a Q Sys DataPort I O Card and an amplifier DataPort attach the cable s male connectors to the HD15 ports and finger tighten the thumb screws on the connector Figure 4 CobraNet The Q Sys CobraNet I O Card is intended to provide an interface between Q Sys and QSC s Basis DCP and third party CobraNet devices The connector required is an RJ45 Figure 5 Figure 5 TD 000347 00 B 5 Minimum System Requirements for Q Sys Designer Q Sys Designer is the software you use to create the designs for a Q Sys system After your system is designed tested and deployed on the Core Q Sys designer is not required for that system to operate Q Sys Designer runs in a PC environment with the following minimum requirements Software icrosoft Windows 7 icrosoft Windows Vista SP1 icrosoft Windows XP Professional Version 2002 SP3 icrosoft NET Framewor
31. s subject to change without notice TD 000347 00 B Two RJ 45 jacks Contact Mailing Address QSC Audio Products LLC 1675 MacArthur Boulevard Costa Mesa CA 92626 1468 U S Main Number 714 754 6175 World Wide Web www qscaudio com Sales amp Marketing Voice 714 957 7100 International Toll free U S only 800 854 4079 FAX 714 754 6174 E mail info qscaudio com S t ee 2A T QSC offers 24 7 support on Q Sys Networked Audio Systems only Customer Support Full Support for all QSC Products Business Hours 6 AM to 5 PM Pacific Time Mon Fri Tel 800 772 2834 U S only Tel 1 714 957 7150 Fax 1 714 754 6173 Q Sys Emergency only After Hours and Weekend Support Tel 1 888 252 4836 U S Canada Tel 1 949 791 7722 non U S After hours calls are guaranteed a 30 minute response time from a Q Sys Support Team member For Q Sys ONLY E mail qsyssupport qscaudio com An immediate e mail response is not guaranteed For URGENT issues use the phone numbers above 2012 QSC Audio Products LLC All rights reserved QSC and the QSC logo are registered trademarks of QSC Audio Products LLC in the U S Patent and Trademark office and other countries Q Sys and Intrinsic Correction are trademarks of QSC Audio Products LLC AMD is a trademark of Advanced Micro Devices Inc Cisco is a trademark of Cisco Systems Inc HP and ProCurve are trademarks of Hewlett Packard Development Company Linksys is
32. s the design file that is loaded onto a Q Sys Core The design file contains all the virtual components their connections and initial DSP settings The design is initially created on a PC running Q Sys Designer When the design is complete it is loaded on the Core and tested and adjustments made When all adjustments are finalized the design is saved to the Core Q Sys Designer is not required to operate the Q Sys system Q Sys Designer requires a Windows based PC running Windows XP Windows Vista or Windows 7 e Gigabit Ethernet Network Required only if an I O Frame O 22 or a Page Station is part of your system The Q Sys solution is designed around a high performance network implementation called Q LAN that offers gigabit data rates device and network redundancy 32 bit floating point audio data transfers end node discovery and low latency support on local area network deployments Additionally Q LAN offers long haul IP streaming of audio over wide area network deployments Accurate synchronization of end nodes and high quality clock distribution are built in to the solution using the IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol All devices are connected to a managed 1000 Mbps Ethernet switch with appropriate QoS Quality of Service enabled suitable for a high performance gigabit network For complete details refer to the Q Sys online help For qualified switch recommendations see Qualified Ethernet Switches on page 13 Q Sys 1 0 Frame Op
33. 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 The AC power cord is the AC mains disconnect device and shall remain readily accessible after installation Adhere to all applicable local codes Consult a licensed professional engineer when any doubt or questions arise regarding a physical equipment installation LITHIUM BATTERY WARNING TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER OR BIRTH DEFECTS THE NON RECHARGEABLE LITHIUM BATTERY WARNING THIS EQUIPMENT MAY CONTAIN A NON RECHARGEABLE LITHIUM BATTERY LITHIUM IS A CHEMICAL KNOWN CONTAINED IN THIS EQUIPMENT MAY EXPLODE IF IT IS EXPOSED TO FIRE OR EXTREME HEAT DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT THE BATTERY DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RECHARGE THE NON RECHARGEABLE LITHIUM BATTERY THERE IS A RISK OF EXPLOSION IF THE BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS TD 000347 00 B 2 FCC Statement NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the A FCC Rules NOTE These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses
34. tional Provides up to four additional I O cards for a Q Sys System e Q Sys DataPort Amplifier Backup Panel e DAB 801 Optional Provides N 1 Amplifier redundancy Q Sys 1 0 22 Optional Provides microphone and line level inputs line level outputs and amplification services for a Q Sys audio system Q Sys Touch Screen Controllers Optional Provides End User touch screen wall mounted control e Q Sys Page Stations Optional Q Sys Page Stations are a networked page station solution that connects to a Q Sys system via Q LAN Q Sys is an integrated system designed to work with QSC DataPort amplifiers and QSC loudspeakers and other QSC products to provide system level telemetry and control Q Sys can also be configured with generic amplifiers and or generic loudspeakers but there is a loss of functionality when not using QSC compatible hardware TD 000347 00 B 8 QSC DataPort Amplifiers QSC DataPort amplifiers PowerLight CX PL2 DCA and PL3 can be used in a Q Sys system to communicate with the Q Sys DataPort card and provide critical telemetry information and protection for both the amplifier and any loudspeaker With QSC loudspeaker connected to a DataPort amplifier and Q Sys you get additional information and benefits not available with generic loudspeakers Generic amplifiers can be used in a Q Sys system by connecting the amplifier to a Line Out connection however there is no telemetry or control of either the amp
35. to your CD ROM DVD drive 4 The software should auto run If not select run from the start menu Browse to the file named setup exe on your CD ROM DVD drive 5 Click the Install Q Sys Designer button 6 Follow the on screen prompts instructions TD 000347 00 B 6 Quick Start Guide This Quick Start Guide is intended to give a high level procedure for getting a simple Q Sys system connected running a Q Sys design and passing audio The following procedure assumes that you have a Q Sys Designer file with components properly connected but not necessarily configured 1 Set up the Q LAN network For more information about Network Requirements see Help File Networking Topic for a list of qualified switches see Qualified Ethernet Switches on page 13 or the QSC website qscaudio com Connect PC and Core to the Q LAN network If you have any I O Frames they should be connected to the Q LAN network at this time Connect DataPort amplifiers and loudspeakers Power up the equipment On the PC Start Q Sys Designer a Open your design file no A WN N b Select the Core in the Inventory list and verify the configuration Make sure the Core model is correct and the correct I O cards are identified in the same slots as they appear in the physical hardware c Open Q Sys Configurator and select the Core with the same name as in the design If the names are different you must change the hardware name or the name of the Core com
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