Toa A-9120DH manual

OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS 9000 SERIES AMPLIFIERS M-9000 A-9060DH A-9120DH Thank you for purchasing TOA's 9000 series Amplifier. Please carefully follow the instructions in this manual to ensure long, trouble-free use of your equipment. MA TRIX MODE version This manual is intended for those who use the 9000 Series Amplifier in the Matrix mode. Fo[...]

2 T ABLE OF CONTENTS 1. IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................... 5 2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ....................................................................................... 6 3. GENERAL DESCRIPTION .................................................................................... 8 4. FEA TURE[...]

3 1 1. SYSTEM DESIGN-TO-OPERA TION FLOW ................................................... 25 12. SETTING 12.1. Setting Menu Flow ............................................................................................... 26 12.2. Setting Keys and Knobs ....................................................................................... 27 [...]

4 15. CONNECTIONS 15.1. Control I/O Terminal Connections 15.1.1. Remote volumes 1, 2 ............................................................................... 68 15.1.2. Control inputs 1 – 4 .................................................................................. 68 15.1.3. Control outputs 1 – 4 .................................[...]

5 1. IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Read these instructions. • Keep these instructions. • Heed all warnings. • Follow all instructions. • Do not use this apparatus near water. • Clean only with dry cloth. • Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. • Do not install near[...]

6 2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Before installation or use, be sure to carefully read all the instructions in this section for correct and safe operation. • Be sure to follow all the precautionary instructions in this section, which contain important warnings and/or cautions regarding safety. • After reading, keep this manual handy for future refer[...]

7 When Installing the Unit • Never plug in nor remove the power supply plug with wet hands, as doing so may cause electric shock. • When unplugging the power supply cord, be sure to grasp the power supply plug; never pull on the cord itself. Operating the unit with a damaged power supply cord may cause a fire or electric shock. • Do not block[...]

8 3. GENERAL DESCRIPTION TOA's M-9000 Matrix Mixer is designed to be used in conjunction with optional modules and can be configured for up to 8 inputs and 8 outputs. Usable modules include 4 types of 9000 series plug-in modules, D-001T (for 2 channels of input), T-001T (for output expansion), C-001T (for remote control), and ZP-001T (for zone[...]

Important Be sure to disconnect the power supply plug from the AC outlet when changing the mode. Since the changes in mode will erase all setting contents, download the set files that need to be stored using the supplied PC software. 5.1. General Description Use the matrix mode when broadcasting BGM or paging calls to zoned areas in such facilities[...]

10 5.2. Glossary • Ducker function The Ducker function automatically attenuates input signals with lower priority when two or more audio signals are simultaneously received. This function cannot be used if any of such received inputs is not set for the Ducker function. • VOX (V oice Operated Exchange) function (D-001T only) This function activa[...]

11 6. INST ALLA TION PRECAUTIONS • Keep the A-9060DH and A-9120DH amplifiers over 10 cm away from objects that may obstruct air flow to prevent the unit's internal temperature rise. ON/OFF OUTPUT SEL ON/OFF OUTPUT VOLUME INPUT VOLUME POWER UTILITY ESC/BACK MEMORY ENTER PARAMETER 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 INPUT SELECT Over 10 cm Over 10 cm Over 10 cm 7[...]

12 8. NOMENCLA TURE AND FUNCTIONS 8.1. M-9000, A-9060DH, A-9120DH [Front] ON/OFF OUTPUT SEL ON/OFF OUTPUT VOLUME INPUT VOLUME POWER UTILITY ESC/BACK MEMORY ENTER PARAMETER 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 INPUT SELECT TOA 9000 SERIES PRE-AMPLIFIER M-9000 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1. Power switch and Power indicator Press this switch to turn on the power. The[...]

13 d B kH z m sec COM FAULT KEYLOCK EMERGENCY EQ COMP GATE DELAY DUCK NOM LOUD TONE GAIN d B FREQ Q OL 0 –10 – 20 – 30 – 40 OL 0 – 10 – 20 – 30 – 40 FADER LEVEL FADER LEVEL 12 34 5 6 7 8 12 3 4 56 7 8 5 5 3 3 15 16 18 19 17 21 22 23 20 27 26 30 31 32 28 29 24 25 [VFD on-screen indications] 15. 14-Segment,18-digit alphanumeric displa[...]

14 30. Output meter Indicates the signal level or output fader position of each output channel. Which the meter is indicating is displayed on the output meter status indicator (32). Notes • When the output channel 1 or 2 corresponding to the A-9060DH's or A-912DH's preamplifier output is turned off or muted, the output channel's me[...]

15 [Changing the input and output meter display status] Pressing the Down shift key alternately switches the input and output meter display status between the signal level and the fader position. The LEVEL indicators on both input and output meters light when the signal levels are indicated, while the FADER indicators light when the fader positions[...]

16 [Rear] PRE AMP OUT 1 H : Hot C : Cold E : Earth PRE AMP OUT 2 E C H E C H E E 4 4 3 3 1 2 2 1 VOL2 REMT VOL1 REMT OUT IN I/O CTRL E IN E IN M-9000 CU 40W 120V 60Hz MODE MIXER MATRIX RS-232C 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 • M-9000 250 W 120V 60Hz CLASS 2 WIRING NEGATIVE( – ) TERMINALS TOGETHER. DO NOT CONNECT WARNING OUT 1 OUT 2 E E 4 4 3 3 1 2 2 1 [...]

17 8.2. Optional Modules 8.2.1. D-001T (2-channel input module) Hot Cold Earth Hot Cold Earth 1 2 D-001T 1 8.2.2. T-001T (Audio output expansion module) Hot Cold Earth Hot Cold Earth 1 2 T-001T 2 1. Monaural input terminals [1, 2] Electronically-balanced 3P removable terminal blocks. Input level: – 60 dB to – 10 dB selectable. Input impedance i[...]

18 8.2.3. ZP-001T (Zone paging module) OUT CONTACT 3 4 1 2 OUT TEL IN IN ZP-001T 5 6 3 4 3. Telephone input terminal [TEL IN] (Modular jack) Interface connector for an analog PABX. Connect a PABX to this terminal when using the module in the ring signal mode. 4. Telephone input terminal [TEL IN] 4-pin removable terminal block, 2 pins are used for t[...]

19 8.2.4. C-001T (Control I/O expansion module) OUT IN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 E C-001T 7 8 7. Control input terminal [IN 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, E] 9-pin removable terminal block, 8-circuit control input terminal. Individual input functions are assigned on the front panel setting screen of the main unit. 8. Control output terminal [OUT 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7[...]

20 9. OPERA TION To operate the unit in the matrix mode, make necessary settings in advance such as the audio input/output settings and event settings (including broadcast pattern and BGM broadcast group). 9.1. Normal Operation Mode In the matrix mode, the unit need not be manually operated in normal conditions since the set broadcast patterns can [...]

21 9.1.4. Changing the output volume Step 1. Press the Output channel selection key to turn on the Output channel selection indicator (red dot) for the output channel for which you want to change volume. Channels to be selected will change each time the Output channel selection key is pressed. The channel name and volume level are displayed on the [...]

22 9.2. Zone Paging This section describes the method of initiating zone paging from a PABX (extension telephone) using the ZP- 001T Zone Paging Module. Note that the operation method differs depending on the ZP-001T's operation mode setting: paging port mode or ring signal mode. In both operation modes, when any of the following situations ar[...]

23 9.3. Releasing Key Lock The key lock function prevents the front-mounted keys or knobs from being tampered. (Refer to p. 56 "Key Lock Function setting." ) You can temporarily operate the locked keys by entering a password to unlock them. Operation after password entry differs depending on the locked keys. Step 1. Press the locked key. [...]

24 10. EVENT ACTIV A TION OR P AGING WHILE POWER IS OFF The 9000 Series amplifiers are designed to initiate paging by way of the ZP-001T module or activate the Event even while the power is OFF*. * The state that the front panel-mounted power switch is set to OFF position, and the power is still supplied to the unit from the AC inlet. The unit oper[...]

25 1. Design the system. 1.1. Determine the input and output equipment. 1.2. Set the input-to-output routing and priority. 2. Prepare equipment. 2.1. Mount modules. (Refer to p. 66. ) 2.2. Check to confirm that the Mode switch is set to the matrix mode. (Refer to p. 9. ) 2.3. Connect the power source to the unit using the power cord, then turn on t[...]

26 12. SETTING 12.1. Setting Menu Flow Ensure that the Mode switch on the unit's rear panel is set to the MATRIX position before performing the setting. The setting items include those which must be set before operation (audio input/output, Event, and utility settings), those which are adjusted while actually monitoring the sound (adjustment m[...]

27 12.2. Setting Keys and Knobs [Front] ON/OFF OUTPUT SEL ON/OFF OUTPUT VOLUME INPUT VOLUME POWER UTILITY ESC/BACK MEMORY ENTER PARAMETER 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 INPUT SELECT TOA 9000 SERIES AMPLIFIER A-9120DH Input channel selection keys Input channel ON/OFF key Output channel ON/OFF key Memory key Utility menu key Screen shift keys Input volume control O[...]

28 12.3. Basic Setting Operation 12.3.1. Entering the setting mode Holding down the Utility menu key for 2 seconds or more displays the setting menu screen. Note You cannot enter the setting mode as long as any indication is displayed in the upper line of the VFD screen. To enter, delete the indication by pressing the Memory key, then hold down the[...]

29 12.3.3. Returning from setting mode to normal operation mode • Pressing the Escape/Back key when the setting screen is displayed returns the display to the setting start screen on the upper hierarchy level. • Pressing the Memory key at the setting menu screen saves the setting contents and returns the display to the normal operation mode. No[...]

30 UTILITY ESC/BACK MEMORY INPUT SELECT 1 – 8 Normal operation mode Setting menu screen SEL ECT I NP UT C H Input channel selection PARAMETER I N 1 – _______ Input channel name setting (p. 31) Input channel name setting Priority setting (p. 32) I N 1 – DUC K E R O FF Ducker ON/OFF setting (p. 32) (For the channel on which the D-001T is used) [...]

31 12.4.2. Audio input setting items Use the Parameter setting knob for each parameter selection. I N 1 – _______ Input channel name setting The flashing portion is the cursor position for entering channel name characters. Select a character from the alphanumeric character list by rotating the Parameter setting knob, then move the cursor with the[...]

Set the ducker function to ON or OFF. When multiple input signals are simultaneously broadcast, the ducker function automatically attenuates input signals of other channels with lower priority. The ducker function does not work among the input channels with the same priority level. The function does not work either unless the relevant input channel[...]

33 OUTPUT SEL OUTPUT SEL O U T P U T – S E T T I N G SEL ECT O UTPU T C H Output channel selection O U T 1 – _______ Output channel 1 name setting OUTPUT SEL O U T 2 – _______ Output channel 2 name setting OUTPUT SEL OUTPUT SEL O U T 3 – _______ Output channel 3 name setting OUTPUT SEL O U T 8 – _______ Output channel 8 name setting (For [...]

34 12.6.1. Setting flow chart The screen display examples shown below may differ from actual displays. The on-screen indications shown in red here (actually shown by flashing cursors) are parameters or setting contents to be selected with the Parameter setting knob, input channel selection key or other designated keys. The indications of the [ ], [[...]

• Select the output channel using the Output channel selection key. The name of selected output channel is displayed on the screen. Then confirm the selection by setting the Output channel ON/OFF key to ON (the output channel indicator, red dot on the VFD screen lights). • Repeat above operations to set multiple outputs. 35 EV E N T 0 1 I N 1 I[...]

Trigger setting (when Event classification is set to BGM END) E V E N T 0 1 T R I G C- I N 0 1 Activating the selected Event terminates all Events for Priority-8 inputs. Set the control input that activates the Event termination. 36 EV E N T 0 1 C O U T 01 Interlock output terminal setting (when Event classification is set to ROUTE) Set the control[...]

37 Trigger setting (when Event classification is set to BASE) E V E N T 0 1 T R I G C- I N 0 1 Set how to activate the selected Event. • C-IN01 to C-IN04 (C-IN01 to C-IN12 when the C-001T module is used): Closing the designated control input terminal activates the Event. The control input terminals that have already been set cannot be set. • NO[...]

38 U TILI T Y – S E T T I N G U TILI T Y C- I N Function selection (p. 40) (when the control input is selected) Control input number selection (p. 40) Control input function setting Control input function setting C - I N 0 1 EVENT N O NE Event assignment display (p. 40) (When the control input function is set to VOLUP) (p. 41) Channel number sele[...]

39 U TILI L Y C- O UT Function selection (when the control output is selected) U TILI T Y P O W E R O FF Function selection (when the memory setting at power-off is selected) Control output number selection (p. 43) Memory erasure or strage setting (p. 43) C- O UT 0 1 EVENT N O NE Interlock output control display (p. 43) (When the control output fun[...]

40 12.7.2. Utility setting items • CIN: Sets the functions to be assigned to the control input terminals. Assigning a function to the control input terminal preset to "Event-Trigger" cancels the "Event-Trigger" function, being replaced with the new function. • COUT: Sets the functions to be assigned to the control output ter[...]

Set the volume level (dB) to increase or decrease. 41 (When the control input function is set to VOLUP:) (When the control input function is set to VOLDOWN:) C- I N 0 1 – V O L U P C- I N 01 – V O L D O W N Assign the volume-up or volume-down function to the control input. Closing the control input terminal increases or decreases the volume of [...]

42 Interlock output terminal setting (MUTE) C- I N 0 1 – C O U T 0 1 This screen is displayed only when the interlock output control setting is set to ON. Set the control output terminal which is closed in synchronization with the control input of the set number. Setting the control output terminal that has been already set as interlock output te[...]

43 (When the control output function is set to POWER:) C- O U T 0 1 P O W E R Turning on the power switch closes the control output terminal. Memory erasure or storage setting P O W E R O F F – D E L Set whether or not to save data of the volume level set in normal operation status when the AC power supply is cut off. • DEL: Data not saved. •[...]

44 9.6 k, 19.2 k, 38.4 k, 57.6 k (default), 115.2 k Setting Range Communication speed (bps) setting . S E R I AL SPE E D = 576 [When the function is set to RS232C:] [When the function is set to MODULE:] Slot number selection and 900 series module classification setting S L O T 1 = O T H E R S Use the Left and Right shift keys to move the setting it[...]

45 Setting the Event to be recalled when power is switched on P O W E R O N – EV E NT L A S T Set the Event number to be activated when the unit's power is switched on. Since no trigger is provided for Event activation at power-on, select the Event number that corresponds to either the BGM Event or the BASE Event (with [ ] mark suffixed to i[...]

46 12.8.1. Settings in adjustment mode In the adjustment mode, audio setting parameters can be set while monitoring the output sound. Input and output gain settings, input sound source equalization*, and sound equalization for individual output zones can be performed. Since the setting parameters are individually adjusted for each Event, perform Ev[...]

47 Step 8. Return to the input gain setting screen and press the Right shift key. The output channel selection and gain setting screen is displayed. Note To stop the audio output temporarily, press the output channel ON/OFF key. Step 9. Adjust the gain with the Output volume control. In this event, pressing the Output channel selection key permits [...]

48 A DJ U ST EV E N T 01 – R O U T E O N Event selection (p. 49) Input gain settings Input gain settings (p. 49) DUC K E R D E P T H – 20 Ducker attenuation level setting (p. 51) (For the channel on which the D-001T is used) B A S S + 1 2 T R E B L E – 10 BASS and TREBLE settings (p. 49) L O UD N E S S – O N Loudness compensation setting (p[...]

Rotate the Parameter setting knob to set the loudness compensation function ON/OFF. Setting ON boosts low frequencies. 49 12.8.3. Adjustment mode setting items EV E N T 01 – R O U T E O N FAULT KEYLOCK EMERGENCY 12345678 1234 5678 Event No. Output channels set in Event setting Input channel set in Event setting Event activation ON/OFF Event selec[...]

Rotate the Parameter setting knob to set the cut-off frequencies. Press the Right or Left shift key to select HPF or LPF, of which parameter that flashes can be adjusted. 50 E Q 10 + 12 07 315 . . Band number Q Center frequency Gain EQ ON/OFF, Band number, Gain, Q, and Center frequency settings (input/output) The indications on the right of "E[...]

Set how much the input signal for the channel given lower priority than that of the currently set input channel should be attenuated. The minus figures in dB represent amount to attenuate input signals. The larger the minus figures, the larger the amount of attenuation. Selecting "OFF" sets the attenuation to infinity, while selecting &qu[...]

52 S P E Q A L L F L A T Speaker parameter presetting Optimum equalization can be automatically set depending on the type of speaker to be used. If this function is not used or the speaker to be used is not included in a speaker list, set "SP EQ" to ALL FLAT. When the speaker type is selected from the speaker list, the number of bands tha[...]

53 H-1 H-1SUBWOOFER* 2 GAIN (dB) FREQ (Hz) Q GAIN (dB) FREQ (Hz) Q Settable EQ bands Settable EQ bands in the EQ setting screen in the EQ setting screen – 118 0.707 – 118 0.707 +10 125 1.8 +4 125 1.8 – 6.5 220 1.414 – 6.5 220 1.414 +1.5 5 k 0.305 +1.5 5 k 0.305 – 15.8 k 0.5 – 15.8 k 0.5 EQ 01 EQ 02 EQ 03 EQ 04 EQ 05 EQ 06 (HPF) EQ 07 EQ[...]

54 HB-1 GAIN (dB) FREQ (Hz) Q Settable EQ bands in the EQ setting screen – 40 1 – 100 1 EQ 01 EQ 02 EQ 03 EQ 04 EQ 05 EQ 06 EQ 07 EQ 08 EQ 09 (HPF) EQ 10 (LPF) FB-100 GAIN (dB) FREQ (Hz) Q Settable EQ bands in the EQ setting screen – 40 1 – 100 1 EQ 01 EQ 02 EQ 03 EQ 04 EQ 05 EQ 06 EQ 07 EQ 08 EQ 09 (HPF) EQ 10 (LPF) SW FOR F-122* 5 GAIN (d[...]

55 FB-120* 9 GAIN (dB) FREQ (Hz) Q Settable EQ bands in the EQ setting screen – 40 2.053 – 100 1 EQ 01 EQ 02 EQ 03 EQ 04 EQ 05 EQ 06 EQ 07 EQ 08 EQ 09 (HPF) EQ 10 (LPF) * 9 FB-120 Series[...]

56 12.9. Key Lock Function Setting The key lock function prevents equipment malfunctions by disabling operation of each key. 12.9.1. Keys that can be locked ON/OFF OUTPUT SEL ON/OFF OUTPUT VOLUME INPUT VOLUME POWER UTILITY ESC/BACK MEMORY ENTER PARAMETER 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 INPUT SELECT TOA 9000 SERIES PRE-AMPLIFIER M-9000 INPUT ALL OUTPUT UTIL POWER T[...]

57 12.9.2. Key lock function setting flow chart The screen display examples shown below may differ from actual displays. The on-screen indications shown in red here (actually shown by flashing cursors) are parameters or setting contents to be selected with the Parameter setting knob, input channel selection key or other designated keys. The indicat[...]

58 12.9.3. Key lock function setting items Lock status display (No key is locked.) (Any key except the Utility key is locked.) KE Y L O CK U N L O CK E D KE Y L O CK L O CK E D Pressing the Enter key gives access to each key lock setting screen. Set the keys to be locked on the key lock function setting screen. The KEYLOCK indication lights after s[...]

59 K E Y L O CK U T I L O FF Setting key lock ON/OFF Selecting ON locks Utility key, Memory key, Enter key, Escape/Back key, and Parameter setting knob. K E Y L O CK P O W E R O FF Power switch lock ON/OFF Locks the Power switch. Setting this function disables the power switch to be turned off when the unit's power is on. (Power can be turned [...]

60 12.9.4. Password setting When using a password, set the password before performing lock setting for each key. Step 1. Hold down the Utility menu key for 2 seconds or more in normal operation state. The setting screen is displayed. Step 2. Select KEYLOCK with the Parameter setting knob. Step 3. Press the Right shift key. Lock status is displayed.[...]

61 12.9.5. Key lock setting operation Step 1. Hold down the Utility menu key for 2 seconds or more in normal operation state. The setting screen is displayed. Step 2. Select KEYLOCK with the Parameter setting knob. Step 3. Press the Right shift key. Lock status is displayed. Step 4. Press the Enter key. The all-key lock ON/OFF setting screen is dis[...]

62 Step 1. Hold down the Utility menu key for 2 seconds or more when in normal operation mode. Step 2. Using the Parameter setting knob, select UTILITY SETTING, then press the Right shift key. Step 3. Using the Parameter setting knob or UP/Down shift key, select MEMORY, then press the Right shift key. Step 4. Press the Enter key when the "INIT[...]

63 13.1.1. Audio input settings 13.1.2. Audio output settings 13.1. Default Setting T able Default 8 (7 only when ZP-001T is used) OFF (IN1 – 8) [Settings when the ZP-001T is used] Setting Item Priority Ducker Input Channel Name OFF OUTPUT SELECT PAGING PORT Pre-paging Tone Output Format Operation Mode [Settings when the D-001T is used] – 10 dB[...]

64 13.1.4. Utility settings Default C-IN Setting Item Function Selection [When the function selection is set to C-IN] 01 NONE IN1 0.5 OFF COUT01 (When the interlock output control is ON) Control Input Number Control Input Function Selection Channel Number Volume Up/Down Level Interlock Output Control Interlock Output Terminal 01 NONE Control Output[...]

65 Default IN1 ON 0.0 dB – 20 dB 13.1.5. Adjustment mode settings [Settings when the D-001T is used] Setting Item Input Channel Selection Channel Control Channel Gain Ducker Attenuation Level 0 dB OFF OFF 01 (When EQ = ON and EQ band number = 01) 0 dB (When EQ = ON and EQ band number = 01) 1.5 (When EQ = ON and EQ band number = 01) 31.5 Hz (When [...]

66 9000 series modules Model No. Module function No. of inputs Maximum mountable No. D-001T 2-channel Mic/Line input 2 4 ZP-001T Zone paging input 1 1 T-001T 2-channel output – 3 C-001T Remote control – 1 900 series modules 1 8 14.1. Module Combination The unit is designed to provide an up to 8-input/8-output configuration in combination with i[...]

D-001T Audio 2 inputs D-001T Audio 2 inputs T-001T Audio 2 outputs 67 Step 3. Insert the ZP-001T module(s) into the slots in order without leaving slots open in between. Note Start the insertion from Slot No. 1 when no D-001T module is used. Step 4. Insert the 900 Series input modules. Notes • When Slot No. 1 is occupied with the D- 001T, Slot No[...]

68 15.1. Control I/O T erminal Connections 15.1.1. Remote volumes 1, 2 Volume of the input or output channels can be remotely adjusted. (The REMT VOL 1 terminal is factory-preset to output 1, and the REMT VOL 2 to output 2.) Connect a 10 k Ω (linear taper) variable resistor as shown below or input the DC voltage of 0 to +10 V. The larger the vari[...]

69 [Pulse trigger] Use this method to activate operations for which no definite end can be defined, such as Volume Up/Down, BGM and Base pattern activation, and BGM End. Minimum pulse width is 100 ms. [Level trigger] Use this method to activate "MUTE," "POWER" (Power ON/OFF remote function), "EMG-MUTE" (Cut-off by emer[...]

70 15.3. RS-232C Connector Connection 9000 Series amplifier RS-232C connection (Female) PC (Male) 1 6 9 5 1 2 3 2 3 6 9 5 Straight cable RXD TXD GND TXD RXD GND Use the straight cable when connecting a PC to the unit's RS-232C connector (9P, female). 15.2. C-001T Module Connections IN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 E Open collectors, etc. Contact closures (O[...]

71 15.4. Removable T erminal Plug Connection Be sure to use the supplied removable terminal plugs for connections to the removable terminal blocks. Cautions • Be sure to use shielded cables for audio signal lines. • Avoid soldering stranded or shielded cable, as contact resistance may increase when the cable is tightened and the solder is crush[...]

72 Use the supplied rack mounting bracket when mounting the unit in an equipment rack. Step 1. Remove four M4 x 8 screws on the sides. The removed screws are no longer used. Step 2. Attach the rack mounting bracket to the unit using the supplied four M4 x 16 rack mounting bracket mounting screws. ON/OFF O UTPUT SEL ON/OFF O U T P U T V OL UM E I N [...]

73 17.1. General Description The supplied CD-ROM contains the A-9000 series maintenance software, which executes the following utility programs. 17. HOW TO USE THE SUPPLIED SOFTW ARE Updating firmware Parameter file Others* Updates the firmware. 9000 to PC Stores parameters set at the unit to your PC. PC to 9000 Transfers parameters stored in your [...]

74 17.2. Installing the Software Step 1. Load the supplied CD-ROM into the PC's CD-ROM drive. Step 2. Double-click the "setup_a9k.exe" icon in the software folder. Step 3. Designate the folder into which the 9000 series maintenance software is extracted, and click the "OK" button. Note After installation completion, only th[...]

17.4. Setting the Communication Port and Speed Set the PC's communication port and speed according to the procedure below. Step 1. Double-click the "MaintCtrl.exe" icon to run the 9000 series maintenance software. The screen at right is displayed. Step 2. Pull down the menu from the "Option" button and select "Communic[...]

76 17.5. Updating the Firmware Our latest A-9000 firmware is made available on our product information download site (http://www.toa- products.com/international/). You can also obtain the latest version by downloading it. Step 1. Double-click the "MaintCtrl.exe" icon to run the 9000 series maintenance software. The screen at right is disp[...]

77 Step 5. Perform the following key operations at the unit to make the unit ready for data reception from the PC. 5-1. Turn the power switch off. 5-2. Press the Input channel 8 selection key, Escape/Back key, and Power switch at the same time. The unit is placed in standby mode for communications with the PC. Step 6. Click the "Start" bu[...]

17.6. Storing or Recalling Parameters Set at the Unit You can back up the parameters set at the unit to your PC, or transfer the parameters stored in your PC to the unit. Step 1. Double-click the "MaintCtrl.exe" icon to run the 9000 series maintenance software. The screen at right is displayed. Step 2. Click the "Parameter file"[...]

79 Step 5. Select the file, then click the "Open" button. The set parameters are transferred from the unit to the PC or from the PC to the unit. Step 6. Click the "Exit" button to terminate the program after data transmission completion. The screen returns to the initial menu screen in Step 1. 6 5[...]

80 17.7. Monitoring the Unit's Operation Status The operation status of the unit can be monitored in real time. Step 1. Double-click the "MaintCtrl.exe" icon to run the 9000 series maintenance software. The screen at right is displayed. Step 2. Click the "Others" button. The window at right opens. Tip You can also set the c[...]

81 Step 4. To stop monitoring, click the "Stop" button. Step 5. Click the "Exit" button to terminate the program. The screen returns to the initial menu screen in Step 1. 4 5[...]

82 17.8. Activating the Control Input You can simulate the unit's control input activation through PC operation. Step 1. Double-click the "MaintCtrl.exe" icon to run the 9000 series maintenance software. The screen at right is displayed. Step 2. Click the "Others" button. The window at right opens. Step 3. Click the "V[...]

83 18. ERROR INDICA TIONS Possible cause and Remedy A module is inserted into a wrong slot. Check to confirm that each module is inserted into a correct slot, and correctly reinsert the module inserted into the wrong slot. (Refer to p. 66 .) There may be overload or excessive signal input. Check input and output signal levels and gain settings, the[...]

84 19. TROUBLESHOOTING Remedy If this screw is loose, noise may be produced. Ensure that the screw is tightened. The unit is designed to digitize audio signals with an AD converter and vary the input level with a digital volume control. Therefore, noise increases if the input or output volume control is set to a level higher than 0 dB while the AD [...]

85 INPUT SELECT INPUT VOLUME Vacuum Fluorescent Display 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 OUTPUT SEL OUTPUT VOLUME PARAMETER ESC/BACK UTILITY ENTER MEMORY ON/OFF ON/OFF POWER DIN #1 #2 ADC #1 #8 ADC #2 #7 DIN #3 #4 ADC #3 #6 ADC #4 #5 DIN #5 #6 DIN #7 #8 SLOT#1 MIXOUT DAC 1 DSP R – >V CONVERT REMT-VOL1 REMT-VOL2 RS232 MODE SW MATRIX/MIXER CONTROL INPUT CONTROL [...]

86 21. SIGNAL FLOW DIAGRAM[...]

87 22. LEVEL DIAGRAM M-9000 A-9060DH/9120DH SLOT ADC MODULE SLOT ANALOG INPUT ADC INPUT Clipping Level Reference Level DSP Digital Domain – 10 dB ATT 0 dBFS = 1 V DAC SPEAKERS LPF VOLUME PRE AMP OUT 1 H H: Hot C: Cold E: Earth C E PRE AMP OUT 2 PRE AMP OUT 1 PWR AMP IN 1 PRE AMP OUT 2 PWR AMP IN 2 RELAY RELAY H C E OUTPUT Analog FADER ATTENUATION[...]

88 23. SPECIFICA TIONS 23.1. M-9000 120 V AC, 60 Hz 40 W Max. 8 channels, modular construction (modules optional) Preamplifier output 1, 2: 0 dB* 1 , 600 Ω , balanced, removable terminal block (3 pins) Analog input (slot 1 – 8): – 10 dB* 1 , 10 k Ω , unbalanced Digital input (slot 1 – 4): 24 bit/48 kHz MIX output (slot 1 – 8): – 14 dB[...]

89 A-9060DH A-9120DH 120 V AC, 60 Hz 150 W 250 W Max. 8 channels, modular construction (modules optional) Power amplifier input 1, 2: 0 dB* 1 , 10 k Ω , RCA pin jack 0 dB* 1, 300 Ω , unbalanced, RCA pin jack 60 W, 83 Ω x 2, BLT output, 120 W, 41 Ω x 2, BLT output, removable terminal block (4 pins) removable terminal block (4 pins) Analog in[...]

90 • Accessories Power cord (2 m) ............................................. 1 Rack mounting bracket .................................... 2 Rack mounting screw (M4 x 16) ...................... 4 Blank panel ...................................................... 7 Blank panel mounting screw (M3 x 8) ............ 14 Removable terminal plug (4 pi[...]

91 +24 V DC, – 24 V DC, +6 V DC 20 mA (at +24 V DC), 20 mA (at – 24 V DC), 60 mA (at +6 V DC) 2 channels, 3 k Ω (when the phantom power is ON) / 10 k Ω (phantom power is OFF), electronically-balanced, removable terminal block (3 pins) – 60, – 54, – 48, – 42, – 36, – 30, – 24, – 18, – 10 dB* (selectable) 20 – 20,000 Hz +1[...]

92 23.3.2. T-001T +24 V DC, – 24 V DC, +6 V DC 35 mA (at +24 V DC), 35 mA (at – 24 V DC), 60 mA (at +6 V DC) 2 channels, max. +20 dB* (at 10 k Ω load), 600 Ω , electronically-balanced, removable terminal block (3 pins) 20 – 20,000 Hz +1, – 3 dB 0.005% (at 1 kHz, 20 – 20,000 Hz BPF, 5 V output, 10 k Ω load) Over 73 dB (at 20 – 20,0[...]

93 23.3.3. C-001T 23.3.4. ZP-001T 6 V DC 15 mA 8 channels, open voltage: 3.3 V DC, short-circuit: under 1 mA, removable terminal block (9 pins) 8 channels, open collector output, withstand voltage: 27 V DC, control current: max. 50 mA, removable terminal block (9 pins) – 10 to +40 ° C Panel: Aluminum, hair-line 35 (w) x 78 (h) x 91.5 (d) mm 62 g[...]

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