TOA Electronics NX-100 manual

INST ALLA TION SETUP MANUAL NETWORK AUDIO ADAPTERS NX-100 NX-100S Thank you for purchasing TOA's Network Audio Adapter. Please carefully follow the instructions in this manual to ensure long, trouble-free use of your equipment.[...]

2 T ABLE OF CONTENTS 1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION ......................................................................................... 1-2 2. FEA TURES ..................................................................................................................... 1-2 3. NOMENCLA TURE AND FUNCTIONS [Front] ......................................[...]

3 2. SETUP SOFTW ARE CONFIGURA TION AND SETTING ITEMS .................. 3-3 3. SETTING PROCEDURE ............................................................................................. 3-4 4. ST ARTUP OF INST ALLA TION SETTING PROGRAM ..................................... 3-6 5. UNIT SCANNING TOOL 5.1. Screen Description ....................[...]

4 1. OUTLINE OF SETTING USING BROWSER ........................................................ 4-2 2. SETTINGS ....................................................................................................................... 4-2 3. NETWORK SETTING ................................................................................................[...]

5 1. EXPLANA TION 1.1. IP Network and Address ............................................................................................... 6-2 1.2. Network Address Translation (NAT) and Setup Software Programs ............................ 6-3 1.3. IP Broadcast and Unit Scan ........................................................................[...]

Chapter 1 BEFORE INST ALLA TIONS AND SETTINGS[...]

1-2 Chapter 1: BEFORE INSTALLATIONS AND SETTINGS 1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION TOA's NX-100/100S Network Audio Adapter is specially developed to transmit high-quality audio signals and such control data as serial data over IP networks such as LAN or Internet in real time. [Audio Signal Flow Chart] NX-100/100S LAN / W AN CD or other music player Micro[...]

00-05-F9-FF-80-81 NETWORK AUDIO ADAPTER NX-100S LNK/ACT FD/COL SIGNAL INPUT PEAK STATUS ERROR RUN RESET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1-3 Chapter 1: BEFORE INSTALLATIONS AND SETTINGS 3. NOMENCLA TURE AND FUNCTIONS [Front] 1. LNK/ACT Indicator (Green) Lights when the unit is connected to a network. Flashes while the unit is transmitting or receiving data. 2. FD[...]

1-4 Chapter 1: BEFORE INSTALLATIONS AND SETTINGS [Rear] 10. Cord Clamp Pinches and securely holds the AC adapter cord to prevent its plug from detaching. 11. DC Power Input Terminal [DC INPUT] A 24 V DC input. 12. Functional Earth Terminal [SIGNAL GND] Hum noise may be generated when external equipment is connected to the unit. Connecting this term[...]

1-5 Chapter 1: BEFORE INSTALLATIONS AND SETTINGS 20. Input Volume Control [INPUT VOLUME] Adjusts the audio input level. Turn the control clockwise to increase the level and counterclockwise to decrease it. Adjust the control so that the Input signal indicator (3) lights and the Input peak indicator (4) does not light. 21. Input Level Selection Swit[...]

1-6 Chapter 1: BEFORE INSTALLATIONS AND SETTINGS 4. SETTING T ASK FLOWS (1) Unit Installation and Connection Refer to Chapter 2, Unit and Software Installations . (2) Software Installation Install the setup program, operation program, and Java Runtime Environment in the personal computer (PC). • The setup program can perform settings for multiple[...]

Chapter 2 UNIT AND SOFTW ARE INST ALLA TIONS[...]

2-2 Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS 1. CONNECTIONS 1.1. Power Source Connections 1.1.1. When using a 24V DC power source Connect a 24V DC power source to the unit's DC INPUT terminal. NX-100 only T o 24V DC power source 24V DC INPUT FG 200mA 10/100M AC ADAPTER 24V 200mA DC INPUT Notes • Be sure to connect the unit's FG termin[...]

2-3 Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS 1.2. T erminal Connections MIC LINE VOLUME INPUT 24V DC INPUT AUDIO OUTPUT FG 7 6 7 6 AUDIO INPUT 8C 5 4 3 2 1 C 8 5 4 3 2 1 CONTACT OUTPUT CONTACT INPUT RS-232C 200mA 10/100M HCE HCE AC ADAPTER 24V 200mA DC INPUT • Audio Input Terminal Connections Connect the microphone or other sound sources using [...]

2-4 Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS MIC LINE VOLUME INPUT 24V DC INPUT AUDIO OUTPUT FG 7 6 7 6 AUDIO INPUT 8C 5 4 3 2 1 C 8 5 4 3 2 1 CONTACT OUTPUT CONTACT INPUT RS-232C 200mA 10/100M HCE HCE AC ADAPTER 24V 200mA DC INPUT 7 68 C 5 4 23 1 7 6C 8 5 4 3 2 1 Open collector output Withstand voltage: 30 V DC Control current: 50 mA maximum Pul[...]

2-5 Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS 2. CONNECTIONS T O TERMINAL PLUGS Wire the removable terminal plugs for power input (NX-100 only), audio input and output, and control input and output as follows: [Cable size and width to strip] 15 mm 7 mm 7 mm Solid cable and stranded cable Shielded cable Application Size Width to Strip For power sup[...]

2-6 Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS 3. RACK MOUNTING Use the optional mounting hardware set when installing the unit in an equipment rack. Be sure to remove the rubber feet located on the unit's bottom surface before mounting. • Use the optional MB-15B-BK hardware set when mounting a single unit. 00-05-F9-FF-80-81 NETWORK AUDIO AD[...]

2-7 Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS 4. MAC ADDRESSES AND INST ALLA TION LOCA TIONS When making the unit's network settings, the unit's MAC address* must have a clear association with its corresponding installation location. Be sure to record the relationship during installation to facilitate later network settings. * A 12-digit[...]

2-8 Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS 5. SOFTW ARE INST ALLA TION 5.1. System Conditions The following minimum PC (personal computer) specifications are required in order to correctly operate the unit's software program. Notes • Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. • Pentium is a trademark of Intel Corporation. 5.2. Ac[...]

2-9 Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS 5.3. Installing Java Runtime Environment The following procedures do not need to be carried out if J2SE Runtime Environment,5.0 Update 3 has already been installed in the PC. Step 1. Quit other activated applications before installation. Step 2. Click "J2SE Runtime Environment 5.0 Update 3" o[...]

2-10 Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS Tip Check the correct Runtime installation or version number from "Control Panel." Installation completion icon[...]

2-11 Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS 5.4. Installing the NX-100 Software The NX-100 software consists of the following 2 programs. • NX-100 Setup Program (Installation Setting) Enables integrated setting of the NX-100 and NX-100S from the PC. • NX-100 Operation Program Enables integrated setting of the NX-100 and NX-100S from the PC [...]

2-12 Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS Step 3. When installing in a different folder from the one displayed, press the Change button to select the desired folder. Press the Next button if the currently displayed folder is correct. The "Setup Type" screen will be displayed. Step 2. Click the Next button. The screen "Destinati[...]

2-13 Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS Step 4. Select the NX-100 software program to install, then press the Next button. Tip When installing simultaneously the NX-100 Setup Program (Installation Setting) and Operation Program, select "NX-100 Software Custom-Setup." [If something other than NX-100 Software Custom-Setup is selecte[...]

2-14 Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS Step 5. Press the Finish button when the indication "InstallShield Wizard Completed" is displayed after installation completion. Tip An icon for the installed NX-100 software program is created on the desktop. NX-100 Setup Program (Installation Setting): NX-100 Operation Program: 5.4.2. Upda[...]

2-15 Chapter 2: UNIT AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS 5.4.3. Installation folder configuration The installed software program is stored by default in C:Program FilesTOANX-100. The installation folder is configured as follows. (However, the unit setting file is only created after having been set by the setup program, and the unit operation log is creat[...]

Chapter 3 SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM)[...]

3-2 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION 1.1. What is the NX-100 Setup Program? This program is used to set all the NX-100 and NX-100S units connected to a LAN. It also provides a simple display on the PC screen of operating data for multiple NX-100 and NX-100S units connected to a LAN. Its main features are as f[...]

3-3 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 2. SETUP SOFTW ARE CONFIGURA TION AND SETTING ITEMS The Installation Setting Program permits settings of all items including unit scanning and network setting. First set all items using this software at the time of system installation. The following two tools are made available: [Unit Scanning T[...]

3-4 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 3. SETTING PROCEDURE Pattern 1: Initial On-Site Setup (1) Unit Scanning (Network Setting) • After scanning the unit using the Setup program's Unit Scanning Tool, set the IP address, default gateway, subnet mask, and unit name. • Upload the network setting data. • Save the network sett[...]

3-5 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) Pattern 2: Uploading the programmed system setting file after scanning the connected units on-site. (1) System Setting Using the System Setting Tool, program all the units in the system, and enter their unit names and IP address numbers. • System: Set audio I/O unit names. • Network: Set the[...]

3-6 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 4. ST ARTUP OF INST ALLA TION SETTING PROGRAM Step 1. Either double-click on the Installation Setting Program icon that was created on the desktop during installation or directly double-click on the application [nx100_util.jar] installed in the Software folder. The User Authentication dialog wil[...]

3-7 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) Step 4. Click on [System Setting] when performing such system settings as broadcast configuration. Tip When the settings are saved, a unit setting file is automatically created for each individual IP address and saved in the data folder. If a unit setting file of the same name already exists in [...]

3-8 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 5. UNIT SCANNING T OOL Scans the units connected to the LAN. Setting data can only be uploaded into the NX-100S and NX-100 units after each unit's IP address has been correctly set by way of either the Installation Setting Program's Unit Scanning Tool or a browser. 5.1. Screen Descript[...]

3-9 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 5.2. Menu 5.2.1. File Save in setting file format (Ctrl+S): Saves scanned unit data to the PC in unit setting file format ([IP address].cfg) Exit: Exits the program. Important The [Save in setting file format] function is used to set broadcasts in the system settings after the unit scan is compl[...]

3-10 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 5.2.3. Help Help: Displays help contents. Version data: Indicates the version of the program in use. 5.3. Buttons (1) (2) (1) Unit scan button: Scans all the units on the LAN. (2) Setting upload button: Writes the IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, and name into the selected units. 5.4. [...]

3-11 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 5.5. Changing the Unit Setting V alues Change the unit's setting values individually. Step 1. Double-click on the desired cell. Data can be entered. Step 2. Enter a new value. Step 3. Press the Enter key or click on another cell. Step 4. After editing completion, press the Upload Button . [...]

3-12 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 5.7. Subnet Mask and Default Gateway Settings The same subnet mask and default gateway numbers can be set for all selected units. Step 1. Tick the selection checkbox to select the unit. To select all units, select [Scan] → [Select all]. Step 2. Set the subnet mask. 2-1. Select [Scan] → [Sub[...]

3-13 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 6. SYSTEM SETTING T OOL Setting data can only be updated after the unit's IP address has been correctly set by way of either the Installation Setting Program's Unit Scanning Tool or a browser. 6.1. Screen Description Clicking on [System Setting] on the Installation Setting Program&apo[...]

3-14 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 6.2. Menu 6.2.1. File Save to file (Ctrl+S): Overwrites and saves the system setting file. Reopen file (Ctrl+O): Rereads the saved system setting file. Log file download: Saves the log of all NX-100 and NX-100S operations programmed into the system. Exit: Exits the program. 6.2.2. Edit Add NX-1[...]

3-15 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 6.2.5. Buttons (1) Save button: Saves and overwrites the system setting file. (2) NX-100 Add button: Adds NX-100 units to the network list (edit screen). (3) NX-100S Add button: Adds NX-100S units to the network list (edit screen). (4) Delete button: Deletes NX-100 and NX-100S units from the ne[...]

3-16 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 6.3. Network Setting Step 1. Click on the [Network] tab of the System Setting Tool. The setting screen will be displayed. Step 2. Set each item. (1) IP address Enter the unit's IP address. After the IP address is set with the Unit Scanning Tool, the assigned IP address is indicated when th[...]

3-17 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) [Start port No.] Enter the base number of the TCP port (other than web server, which is used by the unit). The default is "5000." Enter the number from within the range of 1 – 65532. The TCP ports are assigned as follows: Po r t W eb ser v er Broadcast control PC control Contact bri[...]

3-18 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 6.4. Broadcast Spec Setting Step 1. Click on the Broadcast Spec tab of the System Setting Tool. The setting screen will be displayed. Step 2. Select the usable bandwidth at Navigator. Selection of the usable bandwidth automatically sets recommended values except those related to Multicast. If n[...]

3-19 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) (2) Packet size Select the size of audio packet. The packet size cannot be changed when [Resend] is selected in the Packet loss recovery item. Smaller packet sizes result in a wider bandwidth, however delay times become shorter. (3) Compression Select [Yes] or [No]. Audio signal compression nar[...]

3-20 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 6.5. Broadcast Pattern Setting 6.5.1. Setting new broadcast patterns Step 1. Click on the [Broadcast Pattern] tab of the System Setting Tool. The setting screen will be displayed.[...]

3-21 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) Step 2. Press the Add button. The edit area becomes available for editing. Up to 20 patters can be set for each unit. Step 3. Enter a broadcast pattern name. Caution Avoid assigning a name already programmed. Step 4. Select the broadcasting direction from [Transmission], [Reception], and [Local[...]

3-22 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 6.5.2. Editing broadcast patterns Step 1. Click on the [Broadcast Pattern] tab of the System Setting Tool. The setting screen will be displayed. Step 2. Click on the broadcast pattern to be edited. The setting contents are displayed in the edit area, allowing editing. Tip To delete a previously[...]

3-23 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 6.6. Contact Setting 6.6.1. Contact input setting Step 1. Click on the [Contact] tab of the System Setting Tool. Step 2. Click on the selection button for the contact input channel number. The setting contents will be displayed. Step 3. Tick the [Enable contact] checkbox. The setting contents c[...]

3-24 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) Step 4. Set the type to [Momentary] or [Latch]. Momentary: The designated broadcast pattern or other unit's contact output is activated during the interval that input is ON. Activation stops while the input is OFF. Latch: The designated broadcast pattern or other unit's contact output[...]

3-25 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 6.6.2. Contact output setting Step 1. Click on the [Contact] tab of the System Setting Tool. Step 2. Click on the selection button for contact output channel numbers. The setting contents will be displayed. Step 3. Tick the checkbox for [Enable contact]. The setting contents can be edited. Step[...]

3-26 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) Step 5. Set the type to [Momentary] or [Latch]. Momentary: Provides output during the period between receiving an activation request and receiving a stop request. Latch: Provides 1 second of output upon receiving an activation request and 1 second of output upon receiving a stop request. Note [[...]

3-27 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 6.7. Serial Bridge Setting Step 1. Click on the [Serial] tab of the System Setting Tool. Step 2. Tick [Enable serial port]. The setting screen will be displayed, allowing entry of each item. NX-100 only Step 3. Set each item. (1) Protocol Select the serial bridge communication method. TCP serve[...]

3-28 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) (3) Baud rate Select [9600], [19200], [38400], [57600] or [115200] (4) Data length Set to either [7 bits] or [8 bits]. (5) Parity Select [Even], [Odd] or [None]. (6) Stop bits Select [1 bit] or [2 bits]. (7) Flow control Select the type of flow control. None: Flow control is not performed. Xon/[...]

3-29 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 6.8. System Settings Step 1. Click on the [System] tab of the System Setting Tool. The setting screen will be displayed. Step 2. Perform settings for each item. (1) Unit Enter the unit name. (2) Audio input Enter the name of the audio input unit connected to the unit. (3) Audio output Enter the[...]

3-30 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 6.10. Reopening Unit Setting Files Reopen the saved unit setting files. The program automatically reads the saved unit setting files at the time of program activation. Whenever a file has not yet been saved after edit completion, its contents can be reverted back to the previous settings. Selec[...]

3-31 Chapter 3: SYSTEM SETTINGS (NX-100 SETUP PROGRAM) 7. CHANGING THE SYSTEM NAME AND P ASSWORD Step 1. In the Installation Setting Program, click on [Password Change] on the initial screen. In the Management Setting Program, select [Help] → [Version data], and a dialog will then be displayed. Click on the Change password button. The Password Ch[...]

Chapter 4 SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER)[...]

4-2 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 1. OUTLINE OF SETTING USING BROWSER Settings can also be changed without requiring installation of the dedicated NX-100 software by individually connecting to each NX-100/100S using the browser*. For NX-100/100S units connected by way of the NAT function, such as an access via internet, perform[...]

4-3 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) Step 2. Enter a user name and password, then press the OK button. Notes • For the User name, enter the system name preset as default or by change. • Both the user name and password are case-sensitive. The default system name is factory-preset to "NX-100" and the password to "[...]

4-4 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 3. NETWORK SETTING Set the NX-100/100S unit's network. This figure represents the NX-100. (1) IP Address Enter the NX-100/100S unit's IP address. (Factory-preset to "192.168.1.1.") (2) Subnet Mask Set the mask address. (Factory-preset to "255.255.255.0.") (3) Defau[...]

4-5 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) (4) Port No. Set the start port number to be used by each protocol. The assigned port numbers are indicated. [TCP Port No. Assignment] • Web server Enter the web server port number (Range: 1 – 65535; Factory-preset: 80) • Start port no. Enter the first TCP port number other than the HTTP,[...]

4-6 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 4. BROADCAST SPEC SETTING Set the specifications that determine broadcast streaming quality. The NX-100/100S starts its broadcasts based on this setting. This figure represents the NX-100. (1) Navigator Select the usable bandwidth and type of line, and press the Set button. A recommended values[...]

4-7 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) (2) Information Indicates the delay time, bandwidth, and whether or not broadcasts are possible when broadcasts are made using values selected in the Broadcast Spec settings. [Delay] The delay time is the duration until an audio signal received at the NX-100 and NX-100S passes through the netwo[...]

4-8 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) (4) Network Relations [Packet Size] Select the size of audio packet. The packet size cannot be changed when [Resend] is selected in Packet Loss Recovery item. Smaller packet sizes result in a wider bandwidth, however delay times become shorter. [Packet Loss Recovery] Select one of three recover[...]

4-9 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 5. BROADCAST P A TTERN SETTING The broadcast pattern is determined by the combination of broadcast direction and the units targeted to receive or transmit the broadcast, and is set in the unit that initiates the broadcast. The pattern then starts the broadcast when a contact or program operatio[...]

4-10 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 5.1. Pattern Selection Area (1) Programmed Pattern List Displays a list of the unit's programmed patterns, and whether or not broadcasts are possible. Patterns which cannot be broadcast due to the Broadcast Spec settings are highlighted in red with an "NG" displayed in the corre[...]

4-11 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) (3) Target Unit The IP addresses of the target NX-100 and NX-100S units are displayed. When "Transmission" is selected in the Direction setting, broadcasts are sent all added NX-100 and NX-100S target units. When "Reception" is selected, broadcasts are received from the add[...]

4-12 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 5.2.2. Pattern editing When the Pattern Edit button is pressed while a programmed broadcast pattern is selected in the pattern selection area, the Edit of Pattern title and the name of the pattern before being changed are displayed. The setting contents of the pattern are also displayed in the[...]

4-13 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 6. CONT ACT SETTING When the NX-100/100S unit's contact input is activated, its set broadcast pattern starts broadcasting while simultaneously enabling other unit's contact outputs. Here, contact input and output settings are performed. This figure represents the NX-100. (1) Contact [...]

4-14 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 6.1. Contact Input Setting Set the broadcast pattern to be started, and the contact bridge. When the contact input is selected, the screen will switch over to the contact input setting screen. Select [Enable] and set the contact input contents. (1) Operation Mode Select from [Momentary] and [L[...]

4-15 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) (3) Broadcast Pattern The NX-100/100S unit's list of programmed broadcast patterns is displayed. Select the pattern to be started. Patterns which cannot be broadcast due to the Broadcast Spec settings are highlighted in red with a "NO" displayed in the corresponding "Enable[...]

4-16 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 6.2. Contact Output Setting Set the contact output to be activated when the NX-100/100S is enabled by other unit or the operation program. Selecting a contact output will switch the display to the contact output setting screen. Select "Enable" and set the contact output contents. Thi[...]

4-17 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) (2) Type Select from [Momentary] and [Latch]. Momentary: Provides output during the period between receiving an activation request and receiving a stop request. Latch: Provides 1 second of output upon receiving an activation request and 1 second of output upon receiving a stop request. Note [L[...]

4-18 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 7. SERIAL BRIDGE SETTING NX-100 only Perform serial bridge settings. (1) Enable/Disable Selection Select "Enable" when using this function. All items can be ready for entry. (2) Network Setting [Protocol] Select the serial bridge communication configuration. TCP Server: The original [...]

4-19 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) (3) Serial Port Setting [Baud Rate] Select [9600], [19200], [38400], [57600], or [115200] [Data Length (bit)] Select to [7 bits] or [8 bits]. [Parity] Select [Even], [Odd], or [None]. [Stop Bit] Select [1 bit] or [2 bits]. [Flow Control] Select the type of flow control. None: Flow control is n[...]

4-20 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 8. LOG MANAGEMENT The unit's operation logs are displayed and saved. This figure represents the NX-100. (1) Operation Log button Displays the NX-100/100S unit's operation log. (2) Stream Log button Displays streaming reception log. (3) Log Save button Saves log as a file in the PC. ([...]

4-21 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 8.1. Operation Log The operation log screen is displayed when the Operation Log button is pressed on the Log Management Menu screen. This figure represents the NX-100. [Operation button] (1) Latest button Updates the operation log to current data. (2) Prev. Page button Moves to the previous pa[...]

4-22 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) [Items in the Table] (1) Time Indicates the time the event took place. (2) Category Indicates the type of log. SESSION: Communications between units REMOTE: Control by a PC SWITCH: Monitoring of the contact input and the contact control SERIAL: Serial bridge operating status SYSTEM: System inf[...]

4-23 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 8.2. Saving Operation Logs Follow the procedures below to save logs to a PC: Step 1. Press the Operation Log Save button on the Log Management Menu screen. A dialog is displayed. Step 2. Press the Save Button. The screen for selecting the storage location is displayed. Step 3. Select the stora[...]

4-24 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 8.3. Stream Logs The Stream Log screen is displayed when the Stream Log button is pressed on the Log Management Menu screen. This figure represents the NX-100. [Operation Button] (1) Refresh button Updates to the most recent data. (2) Clear button Deletes all stream reception logs.[...]

4-25 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) [Items in the Table] (1) Current Stream • Stream Data • Reception Log Correct Reception: The number of packets received correctly. (The number of error packets or recovered packets is not included.) Error: The number of packets whose packet length and header data are not matched. Restorati[...]

4-26 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 8.4. Operation Status The Operation Status screen is displayed when the Operation Status button is pressed on the Log Management Menu screen. This figure represents the NX-100. [Operation Button] (1) Refresh button Updates status to the most recent data. [Item in the Table] (1) Broadcast Indic[...]

4-27 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) 9. SYSTEM MANAGEMENT Note The System Management Utility area is not displayed when in Management Setting mode. [Unit Data] (1) Unit Name Enter the NX-100/100S unit's name. (2) Audio Input Unit Name Enter a name when connecting the audio input unit. (3) Audio Output Unit Name Enter a name [...]

4-28 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) (4) Unit Data Change button Updates only system setting data in the NX-100/100S setting file. Caution Never restart the unit or turn off the power during updates, or while the STATUS indicator on the front panel of the NX-100/100S is flashing. [User Data] System names and passwords can be chan[...]

4-29 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) [System Management Utility] (1) Setting File Upload Uploads backed up setting files. Step 1. Press the Browse button. The Choose file dialog opens. Step 2. Select the backup file (.cfg extension), then press the Upload button. Update of the setting file begins. Caution Never restart the unit o[...]

4-30 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) (2) Setting File Download Backs up the setting file. Step 1. Press the Download button. A dialog is displayed. Step 2. Press the Save button. A dialog is displayed. Step 3. Select the save destination and enter a filename. Tip The default filename "[IP address].cfg" is first displaye[...]

4-31 Chapter 4: SYSTEM SETTINGS (SETTING USING BROWSER) (3) Delete All Settings Deletes all settings to return them to their original settings when supplied. The unit is factory-preset as follows: IP Address: 192.168.1.1 Unit Name: NX-100S System Name: NX-100 Password: guest Other settings can be viewed with a browser or the setup program. (4) Firm[...]

Chapter 5 OPERA TION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERA TION PROGRAM)[...]

5-2 Chapter 5: OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM) 1. NX-100 OPERA TION PROGRAM SUMMAR Y This operation program is used to set the control buttons used for broadcasts, and activate set NX-100 and NX-100S broadcast patterns* 1 or operate the contact output* 2 . * 1 The broadcast pattern is determined by the combination of the contents of t[...]

5-3 Chapter 5: OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM) 3. OPERA TION SCREEN DESCRIPTION This section explains the screen layout, using the accompanying operation setting screen as an example. (2) (5) (1) (3) (4) (1) Selection Button Selects the broadcast pattern and contact output to be activated. The number of buttons programmed is 50 by def[...]

5-4 Chapter 5: OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM) 4. MENU 4.1. File Exit: Terminates the software program currently in use. 4.2. Settings Button setting: Set the Selection button and the Group button. Unit settings: If there is a unit that has not yet been programmed into the system using the NX-100 setup program, select this menu item t[...]

Before performing the setting using the Operation program Set the NX-100 and NX-100S units in the system using the NX-100 Setup program. Broadcast settings that will be activated by the operation program must all be programmed into each connected unit as the "broadcast pattern." 5-5 Chapter 5: OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM)[...]

5-6 Chapter 5: OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM) 6. UNIT SETTING ADDITION Set the broadcast pattern data necessary for the Selection button setting using the NX-100 Setup program (refer to Chapter 3 ). If a unit setting file has already been created, the data is automatically loaded. However, NX-100 and NX-100S units which are connected[...]

5-7 Chapter 5: OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM) Step 4. Press the Add button. A Unit Addition dialog is displayed. Step 5. Enter the IP address and port number (Web server, TCP start port number, and UDP start port number), then press the OK button. The entered data is displayed on the Unit Settings window. Step 6. To save the changed [...]

5-8 Chapter 5: OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM) 7. EDITTING THE BUTT ON LA YOUT The Start button can be set to enable or disable, and the layout of the Selection and Group buttons can be edited. Step 1. Start the Operation program and select [Setting] → [Button setting]. The User Authentication screen is displayed. Step 2. Enter the [...]

5-9 Chapter 5: OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM) Step 3. Click on the Button layout tab, then perform settings for each item shown on the screen. In the initial startup mode, the following screen is displayed. (1) (2) (3) (1) Enable start button When the box is unchecked, the Start button on the operation screen is disabled and hidden. [...]

5-10 Chapter 5: OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM) (1) (2) (3) [Registration Contents List] (1) Visible Displays or hides the Selection buttons. (2) No. Selection button numbers. These numbers cannot be changed. The buttons are arranged in the order of the button number (see figure at right) on the operation screen. (3) Indication Name T[...]

5-11 Chapter 5: OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM) Step 2. Click off the checkbox ticks in the Registration Contents List for Selection buttons not to be used on the operation screen. Buttons not marked with a tick are not displayed on the operation screen. Step 3. Click on the Selection buttons (the No. or Indication Name area) to be ed[...]

5-12 Chapter 5: OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM) Step 7. Check the contact channel number to be used. Tip To clear the setting contents of all NX-100 and NX-100S contact outputs, press the leftmost Clear button in the Edit area. Step 8. Press the OK button after completing all editing tasks. The setting contents are saved to the data f[...]

5-13 Chapter 5: OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM) 9. SETTING THE GROUP BUTT ON CONTENTS The Group button is used to simultaneously select two or more Selection buttons. Program the desired Selection buttons into the Group button. Step 1. Click on the Group button tab on the Button Setting screen ( p. 5-8 ). The following initial Group b[...]

5-14 Chapter 5: OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM) Step 3. Click on the Group buttons (the No. or Indication Name area) to be edited in the Registration Contents List. The contents are displayed in the Edit area. Step 4. Enter the Indication name in the Edit area. Tip There is no limit to the number of characters that can be entered, how[...]

5-15 Chapter 5: OPERATION SETTINGS (NX-100 OPERATION PROGRAM) Points to Check The NX-100 or NX-100S unit may have failed. Check to see if the power supply is correctly connected, that there are no irregularities in the network, and whether or not the NX-100's or NX-100S' front panel-mounted Error indicator is lit. Settings may be incorrec[...]

Chapter 6 APPENDIX[...]

6-2 Chapter 6: APPENDIX 1. EXPLANA TION 1.1. IP Network and Address The IP networks the NX-100 and NX-100S can use include Local Area Networks (LAN) used in small-scale areas, such as within or on the premises of a company, and the Internet, which covers a wide area over remote distances. Internet Router Router NX-100/100S (C) NX-100/100S (A) NX-10[...]

6-3 Chapter 6: APPENDIX 1.2. Network Address T ranslation (NA T) and Setup Software Programs Because the Internet cannot be accessed using the local IP address, the local IP address must be converted into the global IP address by means of Network Address Translation (NAT). Internet Router 2 Router 1 NX-100/100S (C) NX-100/100S (A) NX-100/100S (B) L[...]

6-4 Chapter 6: APPENDIX 1.4. Multicast and Simultaneous Multiple Broadcasts The multicast communication method can be utilized to make simultaneous broadcasts to two or more units. The advantage of multicast operation is the possibility of decreasing traffic. Networks that use multicast communication need to be supported by multicast addresses and [...]

6-5 Chapter 6: APPENDIX 2. INDICA T OR ST A TUS AND TROUBLESHOOTING 00-05-F9-FF-80-81 NETWORK AUDIO ADAPTER NX-100S LNK/ACT FD/COL SIGNAL INPUT PEAK STATUS ERROR RUN RESET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 This figure represents the NX-100S. Indicator status: Lighting, Flashing, Off 1. LNK/ACT Indicator (Green) Being network-connected Transmitting or receiving data 2.[...]

6-6 Chapter 6: APPENDIX [Error indicator status] Possible cause and remedy Power off AC adapter is disconnected. → Ensure the connection of power supply. CPU error (CPU hang-up) → Contact your TOA dealer. Data write error Writing data failed because the unit's power is shut off or other trouble occurs during data write or firmware update. [...]

6-7 Chapter 6: APPENDIX Remedy Confirm that power is correctly connected. Turn power on again. Confirm that LAN cable is correctly connected. Confirm that the NX-100/100S is connected to the correct switching hub's port and that the proper type of cable is used for the connection. → Refer to p. 2-3, Network Connections , for connections to o[...]

6-8 Chapter 6: APPENDIX Remedy Confirm that sound source equipment, amplifier, and speaker are correctly connected. Confirm that audio input volume control is properly adjusted. Confirm that the rear-mounted input level selection switch is set to appropriate position. Check audio activation control input for correct setting. → Refer to p. 3-23, C[...]

6-9 Chapter 6: APPENDIX 4. SPECIFICA TIONS 4.1. NX-100 * 0 dB = 1 V Note: The design and specifications are subject to change without notice for improvement. • Optional products Rack mounting bracket: MB-15B-BK (for rack-mounting one NX-100 unit) MB-15B-J (for rack-mounting two NX-100 units) AC adapter: AD-246 Note: When you need the AC adapter, [...]

6-10 Chapter 6: APPENDIX * 0 dB = 1 V Note: The design and specifications are subject to change without notice for improvement. • Optional products Rack mounting bracket: MB-15B-BK (for rack-mounting one NX-100S unit) MB-15B-J (for rack-mounting two NX-100S units) AC adapter: AD-246 Note: When you need the AC adapter, be sure to consult your TOA [...]

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