Modular I/O Configuration Guide
Modular I/O Configuration Guide10IO94 Stagebox FrameThe IO94 Stagebox Frame is a 3RU frame with redundant PSU and a single backplane. It is ideally su
Modular I/O Configuration Guide100OUTPUT LEVEL Switches: Use the table below to set switches 1–4 to match the selected input level to 0 dBFS (full sca
Chapter 9: Mic/Line Analog Modules 101AD922 4ch Analog In (D-Sub)The AD922 is a four-channel, analog, line input A/D interface. Features• 24-bit sigma
Modular I/O Configuration Guide102INPUT LEVEL switches: Use the table below to set switches 1–4 to match the selected input level to 0 dBFS (full scal
Chapter 9: Mic/Line Analog Modules 103DA923 4ch Analog Out (D-Sub)The DA923 is a four-channel, analog, line out D/A interface. Features• 24-bit sigma-
Modular I/O Configuration Guide104OUTPUT LEVEL Switches: Use the table below to set switches 1–4 to match the selected output level to 0 dBFS (full sc
Chapter 10: AES I/O and HD Modules 105Chapter 10: AES I/O and HD ModulesDD915 8ch AES I/O (110 Ohm)The DD915 is an 8-channel AES I/O with four inputs
Modular I/O Configuration Guide106Installation ConsiderationsTo initialize the module parameters to factory default values, press the INIT button duri
Chapter 10: AES I/O and HD Modules 107Setting BUS-ENThe output configuration is taken from the non-volatile memory.• SW1-1 ON connects the outputs to
Modular I/O Configuration Guide108Remote Configuration using a Web BrowserThe DD915 is configured using a web browser interface, which requires fittin
Chapter 10: AES I/O and HD Modules 109DEVICE PageThis page configures and displays device-specific DD915 parameters.Device NameThis field displays the
Chapter 1: Introduction 11IO95 Multi-Zone FrameThe IO95 Multi-Zone is a 3RU frame with redundant PSU and two backplanes. The frame is divided into fiv
Modular I/O Configuration Guide110Setup/Routing PageThis page controls DD915 routing and setup parameters.Relay BypassThe AES I/Os provide a bypass re
Chapter 10: AES I/O and HD Modules 111Enable Bus DriverSelecting this option turns on all module bus drivers (from tri-state mode).From C8000 Bus Outp
Modular I/O Configuration Guide112GPO PageThis page configures GPO events for the DD915.AES Input Error 1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8A GPO output can be set to t
Chapter 10: AES I/O and HD Modules 113DD916 8ch AES I/O (75 Ohm)The DD916 is a digital eight-channel AES I/O interface. Features•Four 75-BNC inputs,
Modular I/O Configuration Guide114Installation ConsiderationsTo initialize the module parameters to factory default values, press the INIT button duri
Chapter 10: AES I/O and HD Modules 115Setting BUS-ENThe output configuration is taken from the non-volatile memory.• SW1-1 ON connects the outputs to
Modular I/O Configuration Guide116Remote Configuration using a Web BrowserThe DD916 is configured using a web browser interface, which requires fittin
Chapter 10: AES I/O and HD Modules 117DEVICE PageThis page configures device-specific DD916 parameters.Device NameThis field displays the current name
Modular I/O Configuration Guide118SETUP/ROUTING PageThis page configures setup and routing for the DD916.Relay BypassThe AES I/Os provide a bypass rel
Chapter 10: AES I/O and HD Modules 119AES Input Error Detection This option can be enabled to monitor the status of the AES/EBU inputs for signal pres
Modular I/O Configuration Guide12Frame and Module SummariesModular I/O Frame SummaryModel Type Sync Backplane Space Power at 5 VDC Audio BussesIO93 Do
Modular I/O Configuration Guide120GPO PageThis page configures GPO events for the DD916.AES Input Error 1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8Sets a GPO output to trigger
Chapter 10: AES I/O and HD Modules 121HD944 SDI-Demux (De-embedder)The HD944 is a 16-channel de-embedder. Features• BNC connectors: IN, THROUGH (activ
Modular I/O Configuration Guide122Installation ConsiderationsMODE SwitchesPush the MODE switches to the right to turn them ON or to the left to turn t
Chapter 10: AES I/O and HD Modules 123Setting the CAN IDEach frame must be fitted with an FC972 Remote to externally configure all modules (except ana
Modular I/O Configuration Guide124Remote Configuration using a Web BrowserThe HD944 is configured using a web browser interface, which requires fittin
Chapter 10: AES I/O and HD Modules 125PRESETS PageThe HD944 has eight Presets, named PRE1 to PRE8 by default. The status area on the left shows the na
Modular I/O Configuration Guide126DEVICE PageThe status area on the left shows the name of the active preset. When a preset parameter is changed, modi
Chapter 10: AES I/O and HD Modules 127DE-EMBEDDER PageThis page sets de-embedding parameters for the HD944.Routing MatrixSignals extracted from the SD
Modular I/O Configuration Guide128BUS ROUTING PageThis page routes de-embedded channels to the frame's audio busses.MUX FormatAudio signals can b
Chapter 10: AES I/O and HD Modules 129GPIO PageIf a GPI input is detected by a GPIO module in the system, it puts an associated GPI number on the CAN
Chapter 2: Typical Frame Configurations 13Chapter 2: Typical Frame ConfigurationsThis chapter describes three typical frame configurations:• Digital I
Modular I/O Configuration Guide130Technical SpecificationsAll HD standards are also supported with their 1/1001-frame-rates.AudioStandard SMPTE 292M:
Chapter 11: Dolby D/E Modules 131Chapter 11: Dolby D/E ModulesDE901 Dolby D/E DecoderThe DE901 decodes Dolby D/E signals.Features• RS485 metadata outp
Modular I/O Configuration Guide132Installation ConsiderationsTo initialize module parameters to their factory default values, press INIT during power
Chapter 11: Dolby D/E Modules 133Using the CAN Address switches on the FC972 or SY983 is an older method of setting the Frame ID. An explicit CAN Addr
Modular I/O Configuration Guide134Remote Configuration using a Web BrowserThe DE901 is configured using a web browser interface, which requires fittin
Chapter 11: Dolby D/E Modules 135DEVICE PageThis page configures and displays device-specific information about the DE901Device NameThis field display
Modular I/O Configuration Guide136SETUP/ROUTING PageThis page configures the module’s audio bus routing.Decoder InputThe decoder input can be set to:
Chapter 11: Dolby D/E Modules 137Enable Bus DriverTo disable the output drivers, de-select Enable Bus Driver.MonitorThe decoder has a monitor output t
Modular I/O Configuration Guide138DOLBY E PageBasic program data for Dolby E decoding is displayed on this page. Program-specific Metadata is displaye
Chapter 11: Dolby D/E Modules 139PROG. METADATA PageThese metadata values are for display only. The fields are grey to show the content cannot be chan
Modular I/O Configuration Guide14SynchronizationTo configure the frame for synchronization: 1 To avoid damaging analog circuitry, make sure the AC po
Modular I/O Configuration Guide140Technical SpecificationsExternal synchronization is possible using SY983 (PAL, NTSC, HD) if Dolby E decoding must be
Chapter 11: Dolby D/E Modules 141DE911 Dolby E EncoderThe DE911 encodes Dolby E signals.Features• Dolby E compliant Encoder• Eight channels (up to eig
Modular I/O Configuration Guide142Installation ConsiderationsTo initialize module parameters to their factory default values, press INIT during power
Chapter 11: Dolby D/E Modules 143Using the CAN Address switches on the FC972 or SY983 is an older method of setting the Frame ID. An explicit CAN Addr
Modular I/O Configuration Guide144PRESETS PageThe DE911 has eight Presets, named PRE1 to PRE8 by default. The status area on the left shows the name o
Chapter 11: Dolby D/E Modules 145DEVICE PageThis page displays and configures device-specific parameters. The status area on the left shows the name o
Modular I/O Configuration Guide146SETUP/ROUTING PageThis page configures the module’s audio bus routing.From C8000 System BusThis assigns audio busses
Chapter 11: Dolby D/E Modules 147Enable Bus DriverDe-selecting Enable Bus Driver disables the output drivers.External Output BNCThe Dolby E-encoded bi
Modular I/O Configuration Guide148DOLBY E PageThis page displays basic program data for Dolby E encoding.The table below shows the Dolby E parameters
Chapter 11: Dolby D/E Modules 149PROG. METADATA PageThe PROG. METADATA page contains the Dolby E Encoder metadata parameters.The table on the next pag
Chapter 2: Typical Frame Configurations 15PowerThe IO94 Frame has a maximum power capacity of 20 A @ 5 VDC. Each module’s power consumption and total
Modular I/O Configuration Guide150Dolby Digital Metadata For DE911 EncodersParameter Values – Program 1 Values – Program 2GeneralData Rate (kbps)32, 4
Chapter 11: Dolby D/E Modules 151GPIO PageIf a GPI input is detected by a GPIO module in the system, it puts an associated GPI number on the CAN bus.
Modular I/O Configuration Guide152Technical SpecificationsExternal inputConnector BNCImpedance 75 Signal Level 0, 1–2.5 VppStandard AES3, SMPTE 2
Chapter 11: Dolby D/E Modules 153DE912 Dolby D/D+ EncoderThe DE912 encodes Dolby D/D+ signals.Features• Fully compliant Dolby Digital (AC-3) or Dolby
Modular I/O Configuration Guide154Installation ConsiderationsTo initialize module parameters to their factory default values, press INIT during power
Chapter 11: Dolby D/E Modules 155Setting the CAN IDEach frame must be fitted with an FC972 Remote to externally configure all modules (except analog l
Modular I/O Configuration Guide156Remote Configuration using a Web BrowserThe DE912 is configured using a web browser interface, which requires fittin
Chapter 11: Dolby D/E Modules 157PRESETS PageThe DE912 has eight Presets, named PRE1 to PRE8 by default. The status area on the left shows the name of
Modular I/O Configuration Guide158DEVICE PageThis page displays and configures device-specific parameters. The status area on the left shows the name
Chapter 11: Dolby D/E Modules 159SETUP/ROUTING PageThis page configures the module’s audio bus routing.From C8000 System BusThis assigns audio busses
Modular I/O Configuration Guide16Audio RoutingThe table below shows all module routing for the IO94 Frame with Digital I/O configuration. To connect t
Modular I/O Configuration Guide160To C8000 System BusThis assigns the encoder output to the frame’s busses and to the external BNC output.Enable Bus D
Chapter 11: Dolby D/E Modules 161DE912 Web Configuration METADATA ENC 1 page
Modular I/O Configuration Guide162METADATA ENC 2 PageThe METADATA ENC 2 Page supports adjustment of metadata parameters if the Metadata Source for the
Chapter 11: Dolby D/E Modules 163Dolby Digital Metadata For DE912 EncoderParameter Values – Program 1 Values – Program 2GeneralChannel Mode 1+1, 1/0,
Modular I/O Configuration Guide164GPIO PageIf a GPI input is detected by a GPIO module in the system, it puts an associated GPI number on the CAN bus.
Chapter 11: Dolby D/E Modules 165Technical SpecificationsExternal outputConnector BNCImpedance 75 Signal Level 1 VppStandard AES3, SMPTE 276M unb
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Appendix A: Compliance Information 167Appendix A: Compliance InformationEnvironmental ComplianceDisposal of Waste Equipment by Users in the European U
Modular I/O Configuration Guide168Safety ComplianceSafety StatementThis equipment has been tested to comply with USA and Canadian safety certification
Chapter 2: Typical Frame Configurations 17Remote Stageboxes with Redundant Fiber ConnectionFeatures• Remote IO94 Stagebox with 48 mic inputs and 16 li
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Modular I/O Configuration Guide18SynchronizationTo configure each frame for synchronization:1 To avoid damaging analog circuitry, make sure the AC po
Chapter 2: Typical Frame Configurations 19PowerThe IO94 Stagebox has a maximum power capacity of 20 A @ 5 VDC. The IO93 Frame has a maximum power capa
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Modular I/O Configuration Guide20Audio RoutingAll audio routing between modules for the IO94 and IO93 Frames is shown in the two tables that follow.Fo
Chapter 2: Typical Frame Configurations 21IO94 Stagebox Module Audio RoutingSince Stagebox #2 is the same as Stagebox #1, only Stagebox #1 routing is
Modular I/O Configuration Guide22IO93 Frame Module Audio RoutingIO93 Audio Routing: Stagebox Fiber Interface RoutingSource Audio Bus DestinationModule
Chapter 2: Typical Frame Configurations 23MM935 #3 MADI In 13/14 back S26 2ch DA923 #4 Line Out 1/2MM935 #3 MADI In 15/16 back S25 2ch DA923 #4 Line O
Modular I/O Configuration Guide24Dolby E Encoder with Discrete Sync in IO95 Multi–zone FrameIn most cases, Dolby E Encoders may be integrated into any
Chapter 2: Typical Frame Configurations 25ControlTo set up remote control for the IO95 Frame, use the FC972 Remote to configure the following paramete
Modular I/O Configuration Guide26MADI RoutingThe table below shows all module routing for this configuration. To connect to the console, make the foll
Part II: Frames
Chapter 3: IO93 Modular Frame 29Chapter 3: IO93 Modular FrameThe IO93 is housed in a 3-RU, RF-shielded, 19-inch modular chassis.Features• Two PS993 po
Contents iiiContentsPart I Introduction to Modular I/OChapter 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Modular I/O Configuration Guide30CoolingInstall the IO93 with at least 1 RU of space above and below the frame and unrestricted airflow on the sides.
Chapter 3: IO93 Modular Frame 31Control BusEach frame must be fitted with an FC972 Remote to externally configure all modules (except analog line in/o
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Chapter 4: IO94 Stagebox Frame 33Chapter 4: IO94 Stagebox FrameThe IO94 is housed in a 3-RU, RF-shielded, 19-inch modular chassis designed specificall
Modular I/O Configuration Guide34CoolingInstall the IO94 with at least 1 RU of space above and below the frame. There should be unrestricted airflow o
Chapter 4: IO94 Stagebox Frame 35Technical SpecificationsFrame SizeDepth 320 mmRack Space 3 RUModule Backplane Space 76 HP (19 single-width slots)Weig
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Chapter 5: IO95 Multi-Zone Frame 37Chapter 5: IO95 Multi-Zone FrameThe IO95 Multi-Zone Frame is a 3RU frame with redundant PSU and two backplanes. The
Modular I/O Configuration Guide38Audio/Sync ZonesThe IO95 frame consists of five discrete sync zones, each requires its own master sync source. Althou
Part III: Modules
Modular I/O Configuration GuideivPart III ModulesChapter 6. Synchronization Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 6: Synchronization Modules 41Chapter 6: Synchronization ModulesSY983 Sync HDThe SY983 is the standard sync module for a modular I/O frame.Feat
Modular I/O Configuration Guide42Installation ConsiderationsFrames employ the CAN-bus for internal communication. Each module must have a unique Syste
Chapter 6: Synchronization Modules 43DEV X The DEV X switch accommodates legacy systems requiring a CAN remote to communicate with up to 16 modules sp
Modular I/O Configuration Guide44DEVICE PageSlave LEDThe Slave status is displayed on the left. The red Slave LED indicates this is a slave module in
Chapter 6: Synchronization Modules 45PARAMETERS PageThis page configures sync source parameters.Sync SourceSetting the sync source here overwrites the
Modular I/O Configuration Guide46Technical SpecificationInternal and External SynchronizationInternal Audio Sync 44.1, 48, 96 kHzExternal Sync Input
Chapter 6: Synchronization Modules 47WC984 4ch WCLK OutThe WC984 is a wordclock synchronization output module for Modular I/O systems.Features• Word C
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Chapter 7: FC972 Remote 49Chapter 7: FC972 RemoteThe FC972 Remote is an essential module to configure externally controlled modules and remotely contr
Part I: Introduction to Modular I/O
Modular I/O Configuration Guide50Installation ConsiderationsThe MAC address is printed on the label indicated in the figure above.The default IP addre
Chapter 7: FC972 Remote 51Connector PinoutsRJ45 cable shown from cable entry sideRJ45 LAN Connector (NC for pins 4, 5, 7, 8)Pin # Signal 1Tx +2Tx -3Rx
Modular I/O Configuration Guide52Front Panel Init Switch and Status LEDThe Status LED lights yellow while booting and green when operating.The Init bu
Chapter 7: FC972 Remote 53A Modular I/O frame can employ two methods for remote control and configuration:• CAN remote controllers: Set the frame addr
Modular I/O Configuration Guide54Modular I/O frames without AD914 4ch Mic Inputs may also be connected to the console network, which lets the console&
Chapter 7: FC972 Remote 553 Open a browser (IE7. Firefox 3.0 or higher) and enter the FC972’s IP address in the URL field (i.e., http://10.110.134.14
Modular I/O Configuration Guide56Remote Configuration using a Web BrowserModular I/O frames are remote controlled and configured through a network con
Chapter 7: FC972 Remote 57Settings For IE 7 And Firefox 3The FC972 supports GUI functions for IE 7.x and Firefox 3.x. For proper operations, these set
Modular I/O Configuration Guide58• Declare IE (and/or FireFox) as an exception for the Windows Firewall to maintain proper UDP data transfer from and
Chapter 7: FC972 Remote 59Activating the Security FeatureThe FC972 Remote offers a three-tier security scheme:• Viewers can only see status informatio
Modular I/O Configuration Guide60To connect from different PCs to the same device, use one UDP port per device because different PCs open a different
Chapter 7: FC972 Remote 614 Click the START UPDATE NOW button. A progress bar appears when the update process starts. The controller uploads the imag
Modular I/O Configuration Guide622 Click SAVE LICENSE INFO and an XML file is generated that should be saved and sent to Avid sales/support. Avid ret
Chapter 7: FC972 Remote 63SNMP OperationThe FC972's SNMP agent polls the system and generates status information. Modules are polled continuously
Modular I/O Configuration Guide64Error MonitoringWhen an upstream error condition (i.e., processor module) that results in signal loss at the embedder
Chapter 7: FC972 Remote 65Monitoring the Processing Status of a Processing ModuleThe most important audio processing module parameter is its momentary
Modular I/O Configuration Guide66Technical SpecificationsController ModuleMicrocontroller MCF8250 ColdfireFLASH 8 MbyteRAM 16 MbyteRTC DS 1306OS eCosF
Chapter 8: MADI Modules 67Chapter 8: MADI ModulesMM935 MADI In/Out (Coaxial)The MM935 is an I/O interface for MADI multichannel audio signals.Features
Modular I/O Configuration Guide68Installation ConsiderationsSwitch 1 helps configure the MM935’s master mode and CAN ID. To set a switch ON, move it t
Chapter 8: MADI Modules 69Remote Configuration using a Web BrowserThe MM935 is configured using a web browser interface, which requires fitting an FC9
Chapter 1: Introduction 7Chapter 1: IntroductionThe Avid Modular I/O system adds flexibility to configuring System 5 audio converters. Three frame typ
Modular I/O Configuration Guide70DEVICE PageThis page sets and displays MM935 parameters. Device NameThis field displays the current name. Clicking CH
Chapter 8: MADI Modules 71SETUP PageThis page sets up MADI and error processing parameters.MADI BypassSelecting Active bypasses MADI processing.MADI I
Modular I/O Configuration Guide72RECEIVERS PageThis page routes MADI input signals to the frame’s audio busses.8 Channel Mode (TDM)Groups of eight adj
Chapter 8: MADI Modules 73TRANSMITTERS PageThis page connects the frame’s audio busses to MADI outputs.Number of Channels The number of audio channels
Modular I/O Configuration Guide74GPI PageThis page sets up frame-wide GPI numbers to trigger dedicated module functions.If a GPIO system module detect
Chapter 8: MADI Modules 75GPO PageThis page sets up frame-wide GPO numbers to trigger a dedicated GPO (Tally) of a GPIO module.Preset 1–8A GPO output
Modular I/O Configuration Guide76Technical SpecificationsMADI InterfaceStandard AES 10 (2003)Connection 75 BNCSignal Level 800 mV 10%Audio Data F
Chapter 8: MADI Modules 77MM936 MADI In/Out (Redundant Fiber)The MM936 is an I/O interface for MADI multichannel audio signals. Features• Optical rece
Modular I/O Configuration Guide78Installation ConsiderationsSW1 helps configure the MM936’s master mode and CAN ID. To set a switch ON, move it to the
Chapter 8: MADI Modules 79Remote Configuration using a Web BrowserThe MM936 is configured using a web browser interface, which requires fitting an FC9
Modular I/O Configuration Guide8Control ConfigurationEach frame must be fitted with an FC972 Remote to externally configure all modules (except analog
Modular I/O Configuration Guide80DEVICE PageThis page manages basic settings for the MM935.Device NameThis field displays the current name. Click CHAN
Chapter 8: MADI Modules 81SETUP PageThis page sets up MADI and error processing parameters. MADI BypassSelecting Active bypasses MADI processing.MADI
Modular I/O Configuration Guide82RECEIVERS PageThis page routes MADI input signals to the frame’s audio busses.8 Channel Mode (TDM)A group of 8 adjace
Chapter 8: MADI Modules 83TRANSMITTERS PageThis page connects the frame’s audio busses to MADI outputs.Number of ChannelsSets the number of audio chan
Modular I/O Configuration Guide84GPI PageThis page sets up frame-wide GPI numbers to trigger dedicated module functions.If a GPIO system module detect
Chapter 8: MADI Modules 85GPO PageThis page sets up frame-wide GPO numbers to trigger a dedicated GPO (Tally) of a GPIO module.Preset 1–8A GPO output
Modular I/O Configuration Guide86Technical SpecificationsMADI InterfaceStandard AES 10 (2003)Connections SC duplex x262.5/125 micrometer multimodeSig
Chapter 9: Mic/Line Analog Modules 87Chapter 9: Mic/Line Analog ModulesAD914 4ch MIC-InThe AD914 is a four-channel microphone input interface. Feature
Modular I/O Configuration Guide88Installation ConsiderationsTo initialize all module parameters to factory default values, press the INIT button durin
Chapter 9: Mic/Line Analog Modules 89Configuration for Console ControlThe AD914 is controlled by System 5 and Max Air consoles by connecting the frame
Chapter 1: Introduction 9IO93 Double-Sided FrameThe IO93 Double-Sided Frame is a 3RU frame with redundant PSU and two backplanes. Master sync source m
Modular I/O Configuration Guide90CablingThe console Cabling feature maps a console’s mic preamp control port to the MADI input at which the mic’s audi
Chapter 9: Mic/Line Analog Modules 91Remote Configuration using a Web BrowserThe MM936 is configured using a web browser interface, which requires fit
Modular I/O Configuration Guide92DEVICE PageThis page configures device-specific parameters of the AD914.Device NameThis field displays the current na
Chapter 9: Mic/Line Analog Modules 93PARAMETERS PageThe PARAMETERS Page enters mic settings manually.Gain0 dB, 10–65 dB.LineSelecting this option acti
Modular I/O Configuration Guide94GPI PageThis page sets up frame-wide GPI numbers to trigger dedicated module functions.If a GPIO system module detect
Chapter 9: Mic/Line Analog Modules 95GPO PageThis page configures GPO events for the AD914.Preset 1–8A GPO output can be set to trigger when a Preset
Modular I/O Configuration Guide96Technical SpecificationsAnalog InputDynamic Range 110 dB (RMS)THD+N <0.09% @ maximum input levelEquivalent Input
Chapter 9: Mic/Line Analog Modules 97AD920 4ch Analog Line Input (XLR)The AD920 is a four-channel, analog, line input A/D interface. Features• 24-bit
Modular I/O Configuration Guide98Input Level Switches: Use the table below to set switches 1–4 to match the selected input level to 0 dBFS (full scale
Chapter 9: Mic/Line Analog Modules 99DA921 4ch Analog Line Output (XLR)The DA921 is a four-channel, analog, line output D/A interface. Features• 24-bi
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