ADA102 coder/decoder
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1. Connection Timeout 10000 msec for TCP Init Sequence Expert Codec Clock Offset Fill Buffer Time Cancel Step 6 Choose 4 Streaming receiver in the Mode field Step 7 In section Receiver declare the TCP Streaming Listen Port Default is 2020 You must configure the router to forward the incoming streaming to the corresponding port Step 8 No other configuration is needed Hit the Apply button to save the changes The ADA102 will reboot Audio settings are not necessary The unit will decode the incoming streaming Audio settings depends on the CODER settings For advanced settings please contact with Solidyne info solidynepro com Page 15 3 2 3 How to set a Dynamic IP address Step 9 At this moment ADA102 is still connected directly to your Notebook or PC Now you must connect the unit to the LAN For make this you must change the default IP address since it can not be compatible with your network The best solution is set ADA102 to Dynamic IP mode In this mode ADA102 automatically obtains an IP when starts If you prefers you can change the default IP address by a LR specific static IP compatible with your network The advantage in this case is the fact that knowing the IP you can access to ADA102 in the future without the necessity of listen the audio outputs voice IP to know the IP Step 9 a With ADA102 still connected directly with your Notebook or PC Hit2. 88 96 112 144 160 MPEG1 44 1kHz 65 68 73 80 90 105 125 140 MPEG1 32kHz 52 56 64 72 80 96 112 136 MPEG2 24kHz 38 44 48 52 60 80 96 112 MPEG2 22 05kHz 35 38 40 45 50 60 75 90 MPEG2 16kHz 28 30 34 40 44 48 56 64 The encoder quality table below shows the average bit rate in kbit s kilobits per second for the quality settings and sampling frequencies in kHz using stereo inputs Encod Quality 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 MPEG1 48kHz 88 96 104 120 144 160 176 192 MPEG2 16kHz 35 38 44 48 56 64 80 96 The above table shows only the average bit rates for 16kHz and for 48 kHz As the stereo adds about 20 to 30 percent when compared to mono other sampling frequencies can be calculated using the previous mono table Advanced Encoder Settings These following settings are for advanced users only You don t need to change them If you needs information about advanced settings please contact to Solidyne info solidynepro com Page 13 P g 14 ADA102 CODER DECODER SOLIDYNE Section 3 ADA102 DECODER Quick install guide 3 2 ADA102 DECODER Quick install guide 3 2 1 Installation Step 1 Plug the programming cable Ethernet crossover network cable provided with the unit into the network port of the ADA102 DECODER and the other end directly into your N
3. ADA102 CODER transmit in the highest audio quality but you can change it according to your requirements Default values are e Channel mode Stereo e Encoding Frequency MPEG1 44 1 KHz MP3 Quality 7 This settings generates a streaming of 192 kbps This settings must be changed ONLY if the Internet bandwidth is limited To change audio settings hit the Audio option at the settings panel The following windows will appears ID File Edit View History Bookmarks Tools Help SETTINGS Input source Line C SPDIF optical C SPDIF coaxial Channel Mode stereo mono MPEG1 48 kHz MP3 y Encoding Frequency MPEG Encoding quality 7 Highest y Advanced Encoder Settings A D amplifier gain 3 yi dB MP3 Frame CRC enable disable MP3 Bitreservoir Mode C used kept empty MP3 Channel Mode Extension enable disable MS Stereo encoding MP3 Copyright Protection MP3 Stream Type MP3 Emphasis Apply Cancel enable C disable copy original hone Input source Choose the desired audio input source e Line selects stereo line inputs balanced XLR SIP DIF optical is not implemented SIP DIF coaxial refers to AES 3 digital input Channel Mode Select between stereo and mono input mode When mono is selected only the left channel will be encoded For more info about OPTIONS please see NOTES at the end of this chapter P g 12 ADA102 CODER DECODER 2 1
4. 5 Seta Dynamic IP Step 6 In order to connect ADA102 CODER to the Network you must change the default IP address Enabling the Dynamic IP function ADA102 will self assign an IP address Hit Configuration button You will see the following window content If you prefers you can change the default IP address by a e specific static IP compatible with your network The advantage in this case is the fact that knowing the IP you can access to ADA102 in the future without the necessity of listen the audio outputs voice IP to know the IP 6 solidyne ADA102 Coder Co C 192 168 0 102 zh A ADA102 Coder SETTINGS DEFAULTS REBOOT UPDATE HOME SETTINGS NETWORK IP Address Netmask Gateway IP Address 0 Use SonicIP O Yes O No Step 6 a To change to Dynamic IP mode enter 0 0 0 0 as IP address into the 4 IP address fields Step 6 b In normal operating conditions Netmask Gateway and Sonic IP can be left at default Step 6 c Hit the Apply button to save all changes The ADA102 CODER will reboot with a Dynamic IP address Step 6 d Power off the unit 2 1 6 Connect the CODER to the network Step 7 Using a standard straight Ethernet cable not included connect ADA102 CODER to the Hub Switch or Router of the network The ADA102 CODER will now search for a DHCP server to get an IP address SOLIDYNE If no DHCP server is found then ADA102 will search the network for a free IP addres
5. do not work with AES3 signal Coder Decoder Indicates the working mode of the unit Internally the working mode is defined by the loaded firmware but LEDs and VU meters are changed from the rear panel buttons 1 1 5 Working mode 8 ADA102 CODER DECODER STATUS DATA ERROR INPUT GAIN OUTPUT analog inputs GAIN Data LED CODER mode OFF for not sending GREEN for sending DECODER mode OFF for not receiving GREEN for receiving Input Gain Manages the input gain of the analog inputs Adjust this level to reach 0 VU with signal peaks To see the input level the unit must be settled as CODER from rear panel Output Gain Manages the analog output level At 0 VU the output level is 4 dBm To see the output level the unit must be settled as DECODER from rear panel SOLIDYNE 1 4 Studio to transmitter connection diagrams 1 4 1 Connection diagrams for streaming transport The figures above shows two examples of streaming link in FM stations In diagram a the audio processor is located at the studies and carries the processed audio to a ADA102mpx connected directly to transmitter In this way the processor works with the audio signal directly from the console and ADA102 carries the processed audio Audio Processor Analog or Digital ll 5 8 GHz ADA102 Coder Ets Analog or LE m ES E Optional Internet Link E 4 This is the recommended configuration for FM The diagra
6. modulation meter available adjust the pilot tone depth to 8 10 using the correspondent preset of ADA102mpx If you don t have a modulation meter leave this preset as comes from factory A Do not push the screwdriver The preset can be broken The level knob at the ADA102mpx front panel do not changes the MPX level Only take effect on the level of balanced outputs so it must be adjusted only to obtain a visualization of 0 VU at the meters which will indicate that input streaming is present 1 4 4 2 Full digital connections Whenever the audio processor is located if digital connections is used case b mentioned above you don t need to adjust the input level of ADA102 CODER The level of the digital audio is not changed during the Encoder Decoder process The knob level at the front panel only takes effect over analog inputs and VU meters do not operate with digital signal e To adjust the modulation depth proceed like in previous case MPX level preset 1 4 4 3 Audio processor locates at transmission plant When ADA102 connects Studios to Transmission Plant where DECODER output is connected to the audio processor audio level managed by ADA102 link is not critical The processor at the end of chain manages the level sent to the transmitter 10 ADA102 CODER DECODER In ADA102 CODER adjust the wheel of input level to reach 0 VU with signal peaks If you connects the AES 3 input no level
7. C selector PE INPUTS OUTPUTS gia O mC mo SS ADS o KKI 0 ra POWER e DECODER O o FM base band MPX Output NS balanced inputs 1 2 1 Power supply Always CHECK the correct position of the VOLTAGE SELECTOR 200 240V o 100 130V according to the country AC wires do not have to be mixed with audio wires especially with analogical ones Remember that all audio installation must have a trustworthy grounding We recommend accomplishing with the standards Article 810 of the National Electricity Code NEC ANSI NFPA N 70 1984 in USA IRAM 2379 and 2281 3 in Argentina This standard provides information and guidelines for a consistent grounding 1 2 2 Inputs and outputs Analog inputs and outputs are electronically balanced The inputs are bridging type with impedance greater than 10 KOhms The connectors used as is standard are female XLR 3 for the inputs and male for the outputs Take specially care with the phase Use one pair shielded audio cables of good quality preferably with double shielding The maximum SOLIDYNE E balanced outputs Working mode encoder decoder length recommended is 30 mts although in special cases it s possible to achieve 100 mts accepting a little loss at high frequencies e The connection of this cables are made as is standard See the following table Balanced input output connections 1 7 GND 2 balanced positive phase 3
8. Configuration button at the Control Panel You will see the following window content 6 101102 Configuration ADA102 Configuration Google Chrome C x 192 168 0 109 N o Lay ha E o DEVICE n rc CONFIGURATION ea ts SOLIDYNE 2 oD e er o SETTINGS DEFAULTS REBOOT UPDATE IN HoME J SETTINGS STREAMING IP Address 10 Netmask 10 Gateway IP Address 10 5 6 fe 5 5 5 S Primary DNS IP Address 0 6 8 5 5 6 Alternative DNS IP Address 0 D Use SonicIP O Yes O No Step 9 b To change to Dynamic IP mode enter 0 0 0 0 as IP address into the 4 IP address fields Remember that you can assign a static IP compatible with BS the network Write down this number in a secure place Step 9 c In normal operating conditions Netmask Gateway and Sonic IP can be left at default Step 9 d Hit the Apply button to save all changes The ADA102 DECODER will reboot with a Dynamic IP address Step 9 e Power off the unit Pag 16 ADA102 CODER DECODER 3 2 4 Connecting to the network Step 10 Step 10 a Using a standard Ethernet straight cable not included connect ADA102 CODER to the Hub Switch or Router of the network Step 10 b Connect the audio outputs to the broadcast processor or monitoring device ADA102 has analog stereo balanced outputs and digital AES 3 output Step 10 c Power on the unit The ADA102 DECODER will now search for a DHCP server to
9. S LIDYNE IGITAL POWEA ADA102 CODER DECODER TCP IP studio transmitter link Users Manual SOLIDYNE SRL 3 de Febrero 3254 C P 1429 Buenos Aires Argentina Phone 54 11 4702 0090 Fax 54 11 4702 2375 www SolidynePRO com info solidynepro com Last revision March 2009 P g 2 MB 2400 SOLIDYNE Table of contents eal EIER ee 5 ADA102 C ODERIDEGCODER on reo adio nr Lon pun v dai lea dona Rd un ERREUR eR UR 5 t1 About this manual 1 5 3 eoe irt a aa xy o de UN obe ndr MGR CER Nave a RUE sa dek s ea Caia 5 1 2 What s in the DOX iere oie A tvecccchneuevasceuua YR URUB d niu tott ds ne GEO sausvecdaavadcetensete 5 IFC oo rT 5 Section 1 Hardware and CONNECTIONS 2ccecceeceecceeceeceecceecceceecceeceeceeceenenecceceeeseeceeeeeeeeeaees 7 1 1 Block diag iii croix n id A AA GA RD E RUNE UR QM RU AA eu s gyi di 7 Unbalanced connection ooooooocnccnacoccnncononanoncnononnnnncnonnnonononnnnnnnncnannnnos 42223 Ee diia iia 12 4 MPX output optional ie Kan 1 2 5 Coder decoder mode nia idad dd ii dida RTI CEU FERRE dA aua 1 3 Front Pariel a st 8 BH ce EE Coder Decoder Input Gain B d E Sio EE a p ES O AE A A E E 1 4 Studio to transmitter connection diagrams 1 4 1 Connection diagrams for streaming tranSport 2 cccccceeeecceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeseseanae
10. adjustment is needed In ADA102 DECODER adjust the knob of output level to reach O VU with signal peaks If you connects the AES 3 output no level adjustment is needed Now follow the Audio Processor manual for adjusting transmitter modulation SOLIDYNE Section 2 ADA102 CODER Quick install guide 2 1 ADA102 CODER 2 1 1 Overview ADA102 CODER and ADA102 DECODER uses the same hardware but with different firmware The units comes as CODER DECODER from factory since usually they are sold by pair If you need to change the working mode please contact Solidyne The working mode is indicated in the main screen of the control panel the type of firmware is seen when access typing the IP in a web browser The ADA102 CODER is designed to serve as a versatile network enabled analog and digital audio to Ethernet converter for professional audio links ADA102 CODER converts audio from any analog or digital device into G 711 8 bit PCM 16 bit or high quality MP3 streams The audio is encoded in real time and the generated audio stream is received by ADA102 DECODER Streaming also can be distributed via an Shoutcast Icecast server on the Internet to several receivers The device can be easily managed via a web browser interface using PCs web pads PDAs or other web enabled devices 2 1 2 Starting up This guide describe how to set the unit to send streaming to ADA102 DECODER An Internet link requires that you defin
11. appears unplugging the MPX cable this indicates some important problem with the grounding When enters to the transmitter through the MPX input make sure that the internal pre emphasis network IS DISCONNECTED that is to say flat response from 20 Hz to 100 KHz Contrary when use an external stereo coder make sure that the generator INCLUDES the pre emphasis curve This is due that ADA102 audio output DOES NOT INCLUDE pre emphasis only the MPX output has pre emphasis 1 2 5 Coder decoder mode The ADA102 hardware can work as encoder or decoder depending on the firmware loaded This firmware is loaded in factory lf you need to change the working mode please contact Solidyne The switch on the rear panel only changes the VU meters assignment and the status LED When the ADA102 works as encoder encoding firmware loaded pressing CODER button the VU meters will show the input level When the ADA102 works as decoder decoding firmware loaded pressing DECODER button the VU meters will show the output level CODER DECODER Level meters Shows the input level in encoder mode and the output level in decoder mode VU meters ADA102 has two needle type VU meters that shows the real peak value of audio signal e the input level of the analog inputs when the unit works as encoder ADA102 CODER the output level of balanced outputs when it works as decoder ADA102 DECODER A VU meters
12. balanced negative phase Unbalanced connection Inputs Signal 2 2 Ground joint 1 and 3 Outputs Signal to pin 2 leave pin 3 unconnected Ground pin 1 Digital AES3 input and output cables connect as following XLR Signal 1 GND 2 AES3 1 3 AES3 2 AES3 standard connection ADA102 CODER DECODER 7 You can connect an S PDIF device to the AES3 input output of ADA102 using an S PDIF to AES 3 adapter A 1 2 3 LAN port Standard Ethernet RJ45 10 100 to connect the unit to a switch router of a network to send or receive audio streaming No software setting is needed to enable AES 3 Decoded audio are always sent to Analog and AES 3 outputs 1 2 4 MPX output optional The model ADA102mpx includes a stereo coder that generates the FM baseband signal This output is connected to an FM transmitter The MPX cable is a RG 59 coaxial 75 ohms like the used for CATV The output connector is BNC The maximum length recommended for this cable is 25 m Take care with the grounding although this rarely is cause of problems because all Solidyne processors have MPX differential outputs that is to say with the ground isolated from the cabinet to avoid ground loops If some residual humming appears when the system is on the air power off ADA102 If the humming disappears check the input connections at the 1 3 Front Panel decoder If however the humming continues and only dis
13. cast source e Supports stream authentication Shoutcast Icecast HTTP e 10 100 Mbit Ethernet connection supports automatic network configuration BOOTP DHCP AutolP and IPzator as well as manual static IP configuration e Features SoniclP amp announcing the IP address on power up over the audio outputs e Control and configuration using a standard web browser Remote monitoring using SNMP Remote controllable using HTTP TCP and UDP e Supports IR remote control command relaying Network to IR out e Supports Serial Port relaying Serial gateway over Network Decoding features Streams MP3s from computers digital audio servers and the Internet e 10 100 Mbit Ethernet connection e Controllable via a standard web browser PC PDA Web tablet via a serial port and e High quality balanced outputs and MPX output optional e Features SoniclP and IPzator technology ADA102 CODER DECODER Page 5 P g 6 ADA102 CODER DECODER SOLIDYNE Section 1 Hardware and connections 1 1 Block diagram ADA102 CODER Analog Left Balanced analog inputs Analog Right TCP IP Ethernet DIGITAL AES 3 Connection Digital AES3 Input 1 2 Rear Panel ADA102 DECODER E Balanced Analog 5 Optional MPX Out Right m 2 i AE TCP IP e NS WW Ethernet Digital AES 3 Connection Digital AES 3 Output Ethernet Streaming Digital AES 3 Input Digital AES 3 Output 110 220 A
14. d 802 11 x This band is free in all countries and does not require any special authorization It is able to cover 45 Km and should not have major obstacles between the two sides Please contact us for details info solidynepro com SOLIDYNE 1 4 4 Levels adjustment 1 4 4 1 Audio processor locates at the studios with analogical connections When the audio processor is at the Studio connected analogically case a mentioned above adjustment of the input level of ADA102 CODER is a critical issue e Choose a high density musical program e Play on air the music and check the audio processor to verify that the AGC compression be 10 dB or higher e n the ADA102 CODER adjust carefully the control level knob to obtain a O VU deviation with the peaks Needle must never overpass the 0 VU indication ADA102 CODER DECODER 9 At the other end ADA102mpx receives the streaming The incoming streaming is decoded and sent to MPX stage To adjust the 100 of modulation proceed ADA102mpx has two presets at the rear panel MPX level and 19 kHz Pilot Tone level e Playing the same high density song used to adjust the CODER adjust the MPX level preset to obtain 100 of modulation at the transmitter Read this value at the exciter VUmeter f you have a modulation meter available Solidyne VA16 Belar Innovonics etc we recommends to use the measurements of this instrument instead of the exciter value e f you have a
15. e some network values to establish the connection Advanced settings comes defined from factory and usually you don t need to change them To define change setting you will need access to the Control Panel first The following is the initial procedure Step 1 Take the programming cable Ethernet crossover network cable provided with the unit and connect ADA102 directly to your Notebook or PC Step 2 Power on the unit switch located at the rear panel Step 3 Open your Internet browser e g Firefox Internet Explorer and enter http 192 168 0 221 This is the ADA102 CODER default IP At this point the control panel will appears Please follow the 2 1 3 steps SOLIDYNE ADA102 CODER DECODER 2 1 3 Set the destination address linking with ADA102 DECODER Step 4 On Device Configuration panel hit the option STREAMING This section has many options but almost all remains as factory default In Stream to section you must set the IP address to access to ADA102 DECODER network and the transmission protocol The ADA102 CODER will transmit streaming directly to this IP address This destination IP address is the external address of the network in witch the decoder is located the static IP assigned by your ISP When packets reaching the router firewall at the other end they should be redirected to the local IP address of ADA102 DECODER eg 192 168 0 105 To identify which packages should be addres
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17. get an IP address The ADA102 DECODER will wait for a stream on the selected TCP and or UDP Streaming Listen Port Troubleshooting If no DHCP server is found then ADA102 will search the network for a free IP address this could take up to 5 minutes If all is right DATA LED at the front panel will blink If the front LEDs data and error stay dark check the power cabling If it still fails please contact to Solidyne Settings are finished 2 1 6 Future settings changes Once the unit work with Dynamic IP you can not use the default IP to access the unit If you needs to access the ADA102 control panel you must know the IP that the unit is using now If during the initial configuration you has defined a Static IP use this IP to access via web browser But if the unit is using Dynamic IP you need to hear the audio output since ADA102 announce the IP when starting Proceed as follow Connect a headphone using a XLR to Jack adapter to the Left audio output of ADA102 and get a pen and paper ready to write down the IP address that will be announced if you don t have an XLR to Jack adapter make a cable XLR to Jack TRS connected as follow 1 to sleeve 2 to Tip 3 to Ring Power on the unit The ADA102 CODER will now search for a DHCP server to get an IP address and announce it over the outputs Example 192 168 0 12 Voice one nine two Make sure you write this IP address down Please note that the level k
18. l from 0 VU meter to Full Digital Scale 15 dB Measures true peak level with a peak hold system Better than 70 dB 1 kHz Analog Better than 90 dB 1 kHz Digital AES 3 220 240V 110 127 V 50 60 Hz 15 VA Digital Streaming Input Output Streaming connection Standards supported Protocols Latency time delay Variable Bit Rate VBR Encoding SOLIDYNE Standard RJ45 Ethernet connection TCP IP MP3 Layer 1 32 44 1 and 48 kHz MP3 Layer 2 16 22 05 and 24 kHz G 711 uLaw A Law 8 and 24 kHz sampling rate 16bit PCM uncompressed 8 and 24 kHz MONO Streaming MPEG1 2 Layer 3 VBR Fs 48KHz 72 76 80 88 96 112 144 160kbps STEREO Streaming MPEG1 2 Layer 3 VBR Fs 48KHz 88 96 104 120 144 160 176 192kbps IP standard based protocols TCP IP UDP HTTP ICMP SNMP Supports BootP DHCP and Auto IP Supports RTP for low latency ADA102 has a latency of only 50 100 mS The encoder uses Variable Bitrate Encoding VBR to realize optimal compression of the audio data The setting of a fixed bitrate is replaced with setting a quality level that preserves audio quality in critical sections and enhances compression otherwise ADA102 CODER DECODER Page 17 MPX output specifications model ADA102mpx MPX Output Total Distortion Stereo Separation 38 kHz Suppression 57 76 and 95 kHz Suppression Pilot Level Pilot Stability Pag 18 Differential output BNC connector floating ground 50 ohm
19. m b shows a chain of 100 digital audio using inputs and outputs AES 3 In this case the processor appears in transmission plant which is processing the audio decoding of MPEG streaming The output of MPX audio processor is connected directly to the transmitter In AM stations the audio processor must be close to the transmitter to maintain a CD coupling that allows the asymmetric modulation ADA102mpx Decoder xi FM Transmitter co w ad gt A trerset Conte tn Figure a Studio Transmitter link with audio processor at the Studios ADA102 CODER AES 3 Le j Digital ree 1 er E ed Connection 3 Optional Internet Link Solidyne SDX300 50 W 300 W Digital FM Exciter ADA102 DECODER Ss AES 3 P E r AES 3 Digital Figure b Studio to Transmitter link using full digital audio chain For AM stations audio processor must be next to transmitter 1 4 3 Using an RF digital link The use of a ADA102 CODER in studios connected to broadband Internet allows to cover any distance from studios to transmitter plant This is the ideal solution for radio networks as a coder in studio can send a signal to several slaves throughout the country If a broadband Internet connection is not available there is another solution to transport the audio streaming maintaining the great sound quality at low cost a microwave link for 5 8 GHz or 2 4 GHz in some countries using the standar
20. nob at front panel must be open Using a computer connected to this LAN enter the IP in the address field of a web browser You will see the ADA102 control panel Procedure for using a Notebook and the supplied crossover LR cable If you dont have a network terminal available you can use a Notebook connecting it with the programming cable crossover cable as was explained in Step 1 Once the notebook is connected restart ADA102 to listen the IP on headphones SOLIDYNE Section 4 Technical Specifications Coder Decoder Mode Analog Input Output Digital IN Out Freguency Response Distortion Noise Headroom VUmeter Level Channel Separation Power supply ADA102 is able to work as Coder or Decoder depending on a hidden button at rear side and the firmware loaded Stereo balanced In Outs 10 to 15 dBu input level regulated by front panel level control Max output level 20 dBm over 600 ohms at FSD level 0 VU at meter 4 dBu out AES 3 professional balanced digital stereo IN Out Z 110 Ohms Full compatible S PDIF Analog 30 15 000 Hz 0 5 dB 192 kbps Digital AES 3 20 15 000 Hz 0 1 dB 192 kbps Less than 0 01 THD distortion Analog or Digital 192 kbps Typical AES 3 0 005 192 kbps Total Encoder Decoder Dynamic Range gt 70 dBA 192 kbps as encoder Dynamic Range gt 80 dBA 192 kbps as decoder Dynamic range AES 3 gt 90 dBA 192 Total Encoder Decoder Safety leve
21. of a web browser You will see the ADA102 control panel Procedure for using a Notebook and the supplied LR crossover cable If you don t have a network terminal available to access to ADA102 you can use a Notebook connecting it with the programming cable crossover cable as was explained in Step 1 Once the notebook is connected restart ADA102 to listen the IP on headphones NOTES About audio options Encoding amp Frequency Choose between six different MP3 four G 711 and two PCM encoding settings From MPEG1 48 kHz down to MPEG2 16 kHz as well as G 711 aLaw or uLaw or SOLIDYNE PCM both in 8 or 24 kHz The bit rate used for G 711 and for PCM is displayed in kbit sec in the table below Encoding Sampling freq 8 KHz 24 KHz G 711 8bit uLaw or aLaw 64 192 PCM 16bit 128 384 ADA102 CODER DECODER For MP3 average bit rate see the next section In case of AES3 S PDIF input MPEG1 is used and the BS sampling frequency is auto detected 32 44 1 or 48 kHz Encoding Quality This parameter applies only when MPEG encoding is selected in the previous parameter Choose between 0 lowest and 7 highest in steps of 1 The encoder quality table below shows the average bit rate in kilobits per second for the quality settings and sampling frequencies in KHz using mono input with MS Stereo encoding disabled Encod Quality 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 MPEG1 48kHz 72 76 80
22. otebook or PC Step 2 Connect the power supply cord to the ADA102 and then to an appropriate electrical outlet Remember checking for correct position of the voltage switch at the rear panel Step 3 Open a web browser e g Firefox Internet Explorer and enter http 192 168 0 222 This is the default IP address of ADA102 DECODER The control panel will appear e ADA102 CONTROL QJ gt MJA i b a SOLIDYNE 8 45 ME Oo G5 O La ME ser E 192 168 0 109 abaioz CONTROL Google Chrome v No playlists available Please select playlist or source at the moment Please start media server and click refresh 3 2 2 Linking with ADA102 CODER How to set the ADA102 DECODER to be a streaming receiver Step 4 Click on the Config link Step 5 Click on the SERVER tab in the SETTINGS menu SOLIDYNE ADA102 CODER DECODER SETTINGS NETWORK STREAMING AUDIO PLAYLIST WLAN CONTROL Server Change to CIFS Samba Mode 0 zServer autodetect Y Server IP Address 0 0 10 Server Port 8888 Server Path Playlist List Path playlist html Receiver TCP Priority Streaming Listen Port TCP Streaming Listen Port UDP Priority Streaming Listen Port UDP Streaming Listen Port Sync Port General Start Threshold UDP Start Threshold reconnect Y for TCP Buffer Underrun Timeout 20 sec for TCP Buffer Underrun Mode Number Of Reconnections 0 for TCP
23. ox you will find the following 1 ADA102 Encoder or Decoder rack module e 1 Ethernet Crossover network cable Length 1 meter for programming e 1 AC power cord Printed user manual this manual e Warranty certificate Please check the items when receive it to verify that all components are okay 1 3 Features The encoder decoder Solidyne ADA102 is a stand alone streaming generator Encoder works as a stereo audio signal turning it into a streaming audio MP3 or PCM under different modes see specifications The coded output TCP IP is an RJ45 connector compatible with Ethernet networks The audio can become a balanced analog audio or digital audio AES 3 standard or S Pdif At the other end an ADA102 decoder must be used to convert the data stream coming through the Internet or through microwave link 802 11 x in analogue audio signal or a digital stereo AES 3 S PDIF compatible Model ADA102mpx decoder incorporates a third type of output Baseband MPX for direct connection to a broadcasting FM transmitter SOLIDYNE Encoding features e Generates MP3 streams at adjustable bit rates VBR from analog or digital AES 3 sources e Generates G 711 aLaw uLaw streams at 8 or 24 kHz sample rate from an analog source e Generates PCM 16 bit streams at 8 or 24 KHz sample rate from an analog source e Supported stream connections HTTP BRTP RTP SIP Raw UDP Raw TCP Icecast and Icecast ID3 source Shout
24. s Allows 45 dB canceling buzz amp noise due to ground loops Level Adjusted 0 5 to 4 Vpp from rear panel preset THD less than 0 003 at 1 kHz 75 dB at 400 Hz gt 70 dB 30 15 000 Hz 75 dB minimum below 100 modulation 75 dB minimum below 100 modulation Adjusted 7 12 from rear panel preset control 0 05 Hz 0 to 50 C ADA102 CODER DECODER SOLIDYNE
25. s this could take up to 5 minutes If all is right DATA LED at the front panel will blink If the front LEDs data and error stay dark check the power cabling If it still fails please contact to Solidyne Once obtained the IP your ADA102 is now ready to start working Green Led on front panel will blink Finish of settings 2 1 7 Future settings changes Once the unit work with Dynamic IP you can not use the default IP to access the unit If you needs to access the ADA102 control panel you must know the IP that the unit is using now If during the initial configuration you has defined a Static IP use this IP to access via web browser But if the unit is using Dynamic IP you need to hear the audio output since ADA102 announce the IP when starting Proceed as follow e Connect a headphone using a XLR to Jack adapter to the Left audio output of ADA102 and get a pen and paper ready to write down the IP address that will be announced if you don t have an XLR to Jack adapter make a cable XLR to Jack TRS connected as follow 1 to sleeve 2 to Tip 3 to Ring e Power on the unit The ADA102 CODER will now search for a DHCP server to get an IP address and announce it over the outputs Example 192 168 0 12 Voice one nine two Make sure you write this IP address down Please note that the level knob at front panel must be open e Using a computer connected to this LAN enter the IP in the address field
26. s using the port forwarding As the CODER transmitted to an IP address and a specific port all packets arriving at receiving plant corresponding to that port will be re forwarded to the DECODER who converts them into audio Please see the following picture Streaming SETTINGS Own Name Streaming mode send aways ea Trigger Level 1000 only for mode send on Level Pre Trigger Start 0 msec Post Trigger Play 1024 msec Buffer Underrun Mode TCP skip EX Stream Packet Strategy UDP Tx Source Port 0 Radio Path xstream icy url SIP user icy genre Shoutcast stream public iJ Type of Service DSCP 0 Stream to Conn type Port 1 arre 92 168 2 88 10000 IP 1 2 are Wo 0 0 0 0 3 Raw UDP 4 Raw uoe 3 5 Internet Radio 6 internet Radio 7 internet Radio E 0 8 internet Radio 1 0 10 0 List of TCP and BRTP connections o co ol o o o eo co co o co co o Page 11 Default protocol is RTP real time protocol and you dont need to change tt It is the recommended protocol since it introduce a very low delay to the transmission Note that you can define up to eight destination address It allows to streaming audio with different methods to different applications For details and advanced settings please contact with Solidyne info solidynepro com 2 1 4 Audio settings Step 5 By default
27. yevstaadsssunazavadtssdunaesvenhaceuntapustuscsupecasanasteatess 15 3 2 2 Linking with ADA102 CODER How to set the ADA102 DECODER to be a streaming receiver 15 3 2 3 How to set a Dynamic IP address 2 eee edo denar dae decurio aides 16 3 2 4 Connecting to the network is v pes 16 2 1 6 F ture settings changes 2 oh ue Trete meets V a dit 16 Section 4 Technical SpecifICatiOlis urern eaae O A 17 Digital Streaming Input Output seseeseeeeeseeeeeeeeeeee nennen rr 17 MPX output specifications model ADA102mpx 1 1 eseeeeeeeeeeeee eene nennen nnn n nnn nn nn nnn n ntn r nr nn nr nn rra nasa sanas a nna n snas 18 SOLIDYNE ADA102 CODER DECODER P g 3 P g 4 ADA102 CODER DECODER SOLIDYNE Overview ADA102 CODERDECODER 1 1 About this manual Solidyne All rights reserved No part of this document can be copied or reproduced All information is subject to change without notice All mentioned trademarks belong to their respective owners and are used for reference only The exclamation icon within a triangle that appears N in this manual is intended to alert the user to the presence of important instructions on the operation and maintenance servicing of the equipment The pencil icon that appears in this manual is to LS alert the user to the presence of notes suggestions and examples about the operation 1 2 What s in the box Inside the b
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