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1. BROADCAST too M Innovative Problen Hot New Products Welcome to Broadcast Tools LAVR Bro Founded in 1987 and located in Sedro W Washington our products have a strong News amp Reviews for durability and reliability and can be o Download our Short Form Catalog top distributors across the United States worldwide INSTALLATION ACS 4 1 Installation and Operation Manual The ACS 4 1 is also capable of being used for EAS audio insertion This feature is enabled by setting the EAS controlled input channel via RS232 to the desired audio input channel see the Serial Operation section of this manual for more information Once an input channel has been designated the ACS 4 1 will automatically switch to that input for the duration of a sustained closure to ground on the PIP8 EAS remote control input When an EAS controlled input channel is configured PIP8 is disabled Open Collector Outputs The ACS 4 1 has four open collector outputs that are used to indicate channel selec tion status OC1 indicates for Input 1 OC2 indicates for Input 2 etc The status open collector OCx output for the selected channel will go low providing a return for an LED indicator TTL CMOS logic or relay External pull up resistors may be required in some installations See Above Top row TB3 Ex ae a Open Collectors Bottom Row TB3 e mail support broadcasttools com voice 360 854 9559 fax 866 783 172. CAUTION Broadcast Tools Products as with any electronic device can fail without warning Do not use this product in applications where a life threatening condition could result due to failure amp NOTE This manual should be read thoroughly before installation and operation WEBSITE Visit our web site for product updates and additional information C Broadcast T BROADCAST too AY Innovative Problen Welcome to Broadcast Tools Broadcast Tools Inc BTI specializes ir an INTRODUCTION ACS 4 1 Installation and Operation Manual Product Overview The ACS 4 1 provides matrix audio switching of 4 stereo inputs to one stereo out put Matrix switching allows any or all inputs to be assigned to one output The ACS 4 has eight GPI inputs that may be used for remote control operation or as PIP trig gers four open collector channel status outputs and a built in silence sensor with a dedicated open collector status output The ACS 4 1 may be controlled via front panel switches contact closures logic and or the multi drop RS 232 serial port control via USB or Ethernet with optional devices Installation is simplified with plug in euroblock screw terminals Features Benefits True matrix switching any or all inputs may be assigned to the output Front panel multi turn input level trimmers Electronically balanced stereo inputs Electronically balanced adjust
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4. input levels can be adjusted The switcher is factory set for unity Recommended input levels would be in the range of 0 dBu to 8 dBu Should input levels need to be changed trimmers are accessible from the front panel Each stereo input is labeled and has one trimmer per channel Calibrating audio levels on the switcher Remove power from the unit and remove the circuit board from the chassis 2 Feed a reference signal into input channel 1 A 2khz sine wave test tone at 4 dBu is used at the factory Connect a Hi Z dB meter to the TEST jack JP3 3 Reapply power Adjust the left and right input 1 trimmers to a zero level on your dB meter 4 Disconnect the dB meter and connect a balanced stereo input dB meter to the output Adjust the output trimmers R14 R15 for the desired output level 4 dBu is set at the factory Make sure input 1 is selected 5 Once input 1 and the output have been calibrated the rest of the inputs maybe adjusted PIP GPI Remote Control Inputs The ACS 4 1 has eight status inputs that may be configured for PIP triggers or remote control operation and accept momentary contact closures sustained if break before make open collector or TTL CMOS input logic levels In addition to the PIP remote control inputs located on TB4 the silence sense tally open collector is also present OC SS Top Row TB4 PIP6 PIP7 E OC SS DGND STEP MACRO PIP1 PIP2 BP PIP4 PIP5 Bottom Row TB4 The
5. operation mode is set by the SW6 7 Dip switch when SW6 7 is OFF the unit is in remote control mode and when SW6 7 in ON the unit is in PIP mode The PIP remote con trol connections to the switcher are found on the top and bottom rows of the connector TB4 Each channel may be selected by a momentary contact to ground Each channel is pulled high 5 volts through a 22K resistor In remote control mode the inputs are triggered by momentary closure to pulsing to ground low For example in overlap or mix mode pulsing the MUTE input to ground would turn off the output of the ACS 4 1 by muting all of its input channels until a front panel source switch is pressed a different remote control input is activated the unit is powered up and or a serial command is received from a PC or other serial device Pulsing the STEP input to ground will step the unit one source for each low to high tran sition on this input Automatic timed sequencing may be accomplished by holding the step input low The unit will then step to each source at a user programmable rate from 1 to 99 seconds 10 seconds by default The last step channel is user programmable and is set to 4 by default This feature may be used to sequence through multiple station air monitor sig nals for a program on hold feed e mail support broadcasttools com voice 360 854 9559 fax 866 783 1742 WEBSITE Visit our web site for product updates and additional information
6. 42 CAUTION Installation of the ACS 4 1 in high RF environ ments should be per formed with care The station ground should be connected to the designated chassis ground terminal using a 20 to 24 gauge wire 4 NOTE Note For wiring information refer to the grids in this section of the manual the silk screen text on the rear panel of the product or the fractional schemat ic in the appendix INSTALLATION ACS 4 1 Installation and Operation Manual Configuration Jumpers JP2 Stereo Disables mono summing of switcher output Mono Enables mono summing of switcher output Configuration Dip switch Setup Follow the tables below for SW6 dip switch configuration options Audio Switch Mode SW6 4 SW6 5 OFF OFF neri Lom ov Ww fo ON Note To select an input at power up with SW6 6 ON hold down the push button for the desired input channel or mute until the front panel LED s flash WEBSITE Visit our web site for product updates and Operation Mode SW6 7 additional information Remote control operation mode PIP inputs are used for remote control PIP mode activity on any of the PIP inputs will generate a serial status string in the PIP format For use with automation software pe Note After changing any dip switch please repower the unit EUS Innovative Problen Note Denotes factory setting Hot New Products Welcome to Broadcast Tools TAVR Bro and Founded
7. ATION Only qualified technical personnel should install the ACS 4 1 Any attempt to install this device by a person who is not technically qualified could result in a hazardous condition to the installer or other personnel or damage to the ACS 4 1 or other equipment Please ensure that proper safety precautions have been taken before installing this device If you are unfamiliar with this type of equipment please contact a properly qualified engineer to handle the installation and setup of the ACS 4 1 Broadcast Tools Inc is unable to support NON Broadcast Tools soft ware hardware or NON Broadcast Tools computer hardware software problems If you experience these problems please research your hardware software instruction manuals or contact the manufacturers technical support department WHO TO CONTACT FOR HELP If you have any questions regarding your product or you need assistance please contact your distributor from whom you purchased this equipment If you would like more information about Broadcast Tools products you may reach us at Broadcast Tools Inc 131 State Street Sedro Woolley WA 98284 1503 USA Voice 360 854 9559 Fax 866 783 1742 Internet Home Page www broadcasttools com E mail support broadcasttools com THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING BROADCAST TOOLS BRAND PRODUCTS one x xx x x D Designed and Assembled in the USA e mail support broadcasttools com voice 360 854 9559 fax 866 783 1742
8. BROADCAST too SE PROBLEM SOLVED Installation and Operation Manual BROADCAST t o Oo SMET ENESTTA ISI 2 Ss eeceoeoeced LERDE RL CREAR LEVEL ADJUSTMENT ACS 4 1 Four input one output stereo matrix audio switcher Manual update 7 23 2013 Firmware Version 1 2 and above If you need a firmware upgrade contact Broadcast Tools No part of this document may be reproduced or distributed without permission ALL SPECIFICATIONS AND FEATURES FOR THIS PRODUCT ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE NOTE We recommend the use of Chrome Firefox or Safari as your browser Due to the dynamic nature of product design the information contained in this document is subject to change without notice Broadcast Tools Inc assumes no responsibility for errors and or omissions contained in this document Revisions of this information or new editions may be issued to incorporate such changes Broadcast Tools amp is a registered trademark of Broadcast Tools Inc tiny TOOLS isa trademark of Broadcast Tools Inc All Sentind labeed products are registered trademarks of Broadcast Tools Inc Copyright amp 1989 2013 by Broadcast Tools Inc All rights reserved No part of this document may be reproduced or distributed without permission Visit www broadcasttools com for important product update information ACS 4 1 Installation and Operation Manual Table of Contents Section Title Lll l Page
9. D address 0 through 3 lt ii gt Input channel 01 02 03 04 or M MUTB lt o gt Output channel 1 uMM Go to setup menu see menu operation section of the manual for more information uii Turn on input ii uiio Apply input ii to output o uMA Mute all inputs uMo Mute output o uiiMo Mute input ii for output o uii5 For input ii set output 1 on without affecting any other uii7 For input ii set output 1 off without affecting any other uMVmm Save macro mm uMLmm Load macro mm POLL Returns unit ID address in appropriate time slot usL Sends audio status for all inputs SuLo x x x x lt CR gt lt LF gt uSPu Sends PIP status for input ii SuP ii x uSPA Sends PIP status for all inputs SuP A x x x x lt CR gt lt LF gt OPERATION ACS 4 1 Installation and Operation Manual uSS Sends status of silence sensor SuS a lt CR gt lt LF gt a not silent O is silent uU Sends unit firmware version lt name gt lt version gt lt lf gt Y Display configuration Uu x Echo character x to serial control port for debugging command strings uL EX Enable error and good responses if x Y default N uCDEF Reset to factory defaults uCLx Lock front panel x L Lock x U Unlock uClIlIttt Sets PIP minimum pulse length ttt 000 255 gt off to 2 55 seconds uCPS Power up audio state save power up state now uCSLx Sets silence sensor detection threshold to Off 20 25 30 dB 0 1 2 3 uCSAtttt Sets silen
10. EEGEN EE EII EEEE FEREG 10 SenalcommandS s apu cce e p Ec TE ENEE HET quai ha 10 Dulce NI PRETEREA ELT CO T TTL T E 11 je ec I2 area ee On ae OTT T CET TCI TT TT TET TT 12 Wartanty PR 13 Front and rear panel drawings iud besakivr 4r RE ER CHE REN XA EE Appendix Connector configuration jumpers and sip switch layout Appendix Practional Sehemane 25 4 42 de pex SU RR Eq ceed Rod Sot ae ey Appendix e mail support broadcasttools com voice 360 854 9559 fax 866 783 1742 WEBSITE Visit our web site for product updates and additional information C Broadcast T Stop Refresh Home AutoFill Print Mail too M Innovative Problen Hot New Products Welcome to Broadcast Tools LAVR i Bro alizes ir and innov Founded in 1987 and located in Sedro W Washington our products have a strong News amp Reviews for durability and reliability and can be o Download our Short Form Catalog top distributors across the United States worldwide CONTENTS G ACS 4 1 Installation and Operation Manual INTRODUCTION Thank you for your purchase of a BROADCAST TOOLS ACS 4 1 four input one output stereo matrix audio switcher referred to as the ACS 4 1 through out this manual We re confident that this product will give you many years of dependable service This manual is intended to give you all the information needed to install and operate the BROADCAST TOOLS ACS 4 1 SAFETY INFORM
11. NO LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW NEITHER BROADCAST TOOLS NOR ANY OF ITS SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE ANY LIABILITY FOR ANY SPECIAL INCIDENTAL INDIRECT CONSEQUENTIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES WHATSO EVER INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY DAMAGES FOR LOST PROFITS BUSINESS INTERRUPTION LOSS OF DATA OR INFORMATION COST OF CAPITAL CLAIMS OF CUSTOMERS OR ANY OTHER PECUNIARY LOSS ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR THE INABILITY TO USE ANY ITEM SUPPLIED BY BROADCAST TOOLS EVEN IF BROADCAST TOOLS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES HAVE ANY LIABILITY FOR ANY SPECIAL INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL EXEMPLARY OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES THIS LIMITATION OF LIABILITY APPLIES WHETHER A CLAIM IS ONE ALLEGING BREACH OF A CONTRACT OR WARRANTY NEGLIGENCE OR OTHER TORT FOR THE VIOLATION OF ANY STATUTORY DUTY THE FAILURE OF ANY LIMITED OR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY TO ACHIEVE ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE OR ANY OTHER CLAIM OF ANY NATURE BECAUSE SOME STATES AND JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES THIS LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU Broadcast Tools Inc 131 State Street Sedro Woolley WA 98284 USA 360 854 9559 voice 866 783 1742 fax support broadcasttools com e mail www broadcasttools com website LIMITED WARRANTY e mail support broadcasttools com voice 360 854 9559 fax 866 783 1742 ACS 4 1 Installation and Operation Manual BROADCAST t o
12. able stereo output Any input may be controlled from either the front panel contact closures logic or the multi drop RS 232 serial port Internal silence sensor with front panel LED indicators separate silence sensor open collector output adjustable alarm threshold level delay duration and restore duration Front panel input selection switches are provided for each input channel with separate input indicator LED s Power up selection of inputs to outputs mute or last source selected 8 input GPI port PIP or Remote Control with LED indicator 4 open collector channel status outputs Logic functions via microprocessor and non volatile memory Most configuration options via dip switches Fully RFI proofed e Surge protected internal power supply universal switching 15VDC power supply with domestic connectors supplied International connectors optional Up to three units may be mounted on the optional RA 1 rack shelf Desktop and wall mounting is also possible Applications Automation source switching with eight trigger inputs Studio selection and routing Audio processing selection Satellite audio channel switching and console monitor input and output selection Inspection Please examine your ACS 4 1 carefully for any damage that may have been sus tained during shipping If any damage is present please notify the shipper immedi ately and retain the packaging for inspection by the shipper The package sh
13. ce sensor acquire delay to tttt seconds 0 2 255 uCSBtttt Sets silence sensor restore delay to tttt seconds 0 2 255 uCSCtt Sets step interval in seconds 1 99 seconds uCSSt Sets last step channel 1 4 0 disables step feature uCSEi Sets EAS controlled input channel 1 to 1 4 or O for off This allows you to assign one input channel that will be switched to with sustained closure to ground on the PIP8 EAS remote control input from an EAS encoder for EAS audio insertion with the ACS 4 1 uDxx Delay xx seconds before processing next command uDLxxx Delay xxx seconds before processing next command Menu Operation Broadcast Tools R ACS 4 1 v1 2 Setup Menu 1 Set PIP Minimum Hold Time 0 2 55 sec 2 Set Silence Sense Acquire Delay sec 3 Set Silence Sense Restore Delay sec 4 Set Silence Sense Threshold 5 Set Stepping Interval sec 1 99 6 Set Last Step Channel 7 Lock Unlock Front Panel 8 Set EAS input channel S Turn ON audio input M Turn OFF audio V Save Audio Macro L Load Audio Macro C Show Configuration and Status WEBSITE Visit our web site for product updates and Now 0 05 additional information Now 10 Now 2 Now 30 dBu Now 1 Now 3 Now UNLOCKED Now 3 BROADCAST too M Innovative Problen Welcome to Broadcast Tools adcast Tools Inc BTT specializes ir F Set To Factory Defaults To select a menu functio
14. ctors supplied RS 232 RJ 11 Reversed modular cable female S9 9 pin D Sub adapter supplied Universal switching power supply with domestic AC connector supplied International connectors optional 15 VDC 400mA output with 3 pin AMP style latching power connector 5 65 x 7 10 x 1 575 WDH Aluminum chassis w 4 4 40 mounting holes 2 0 Ib 3 0 Ib RA 1 rack shelf holds three units 1 RU Filler panels supplied e mail support broadcasttools com voice 360 854 9559 fax 866 783 1742 WEBSITE Visit our web site for product updates and additional information C Broadcast T BROADCAST i Oo O M Innovative Problen Welcome to Broadcast Tools Broadcast Tools Inc BTI specializes ir SPECIFICATIONS ACS 4 1 Installation and Operation Manual LIMITED WARRANTY The term Buyer as used in this document refers to and includes both but only a any person or entity who acquires such an item for the purpose of resale to others i e a dealer or distributor of an item and b the first person or entity who acquires such an item for such person s or entity s own use Broadcast Tools warrants to each Buyer of any item manufactured by Broadcast Tools that the item will be free from defects in materi als and workmanship at the time it is shipped by Broadcast Tools if the item is properly installed used and maintained EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES If Broadcast Tools is notif
15. en permission of Broadcast Tools Inc no copies shall be made of it and all proprietary rights in ithe matter contained in this information iare the property of Broadcast Tools Inc Modification date 02 26 13 131 State Street Sedro Woolley WA 98284 360 854 9559 Fax 866 783 1742 Visit us online at www broadcasttools com Copyright 1989 2013 by Broadcast Tools Inc All Rights Reserved Fractional Schematic CHANNEL 1 CHANNEL 3 Bin Ban 10 PIN DTS 4150 PITCH 30 BTE CHANNEL 2 B1B IN4L IN L GND IN4R IN R 10 PIN OTG 10 PIN OTB 150 PITCH 150 PITCH BROADCAST TOOLS INC 1 icast Tools Inc no copies shall be made of it and all proprietary rights in ithe matter contained in this information jare the property of Broadcast Tools Inc Modification date 02 26 13 131 State Street Sedro Woolley WA 98284 360 854 9559 Fax 866 783 1742 Visit us online at www broadcasttools com Copyright 1989 2013 by Broadcast Tools Inc All Rights Reserved
16. has an associated LED indicator which will illuminate when that particular channel is selected The Mute button is located to the right of the Input 4 button and is recessed to prevent accidental unauthorized muting Input channels may be configured for the audio switching modes Overlap default Overlaps the selected first audio input with the audio from the new audio input while the button for the new source is held down Both chan nels will be fed to the output until the button for the new audio input is released at which time the first audio source will be switched off Interlock Connects one input the output selecting an input disconnects all other inputs from the output Mix Multiple inputs may be routed to the output Push the input button once to connect to mute press again while holding down the mute button Audio Inputs Each of the 4 stereo inputs are balanced bridging 20K at a nominal line level of 4dBu Multi turn level controls are provided for each channel Audio Outputs The ACS 4 1 provides one stereo output The stereo output is adjustable and may be configured as a mono sum dual mono INSTALLATION e mail support broadcasttools com voice 360 854 9559 fax 866 783 1742 ACS 4 1 Installation and Operation Manual Silence Sensor The ACS 4 1 s output has a built in silence detector that monitors the sum of the stereo channel The factory default delay is set at 10 seconds with a threshold of 30 dB wh
17. ied in writing of a failure of any item manufactured by Broadcast Tools to conform to the foregoing Limited Warranty within one 1 year following the date of the Buyer s acquisition of the item and if the item is returned to Broadcast Tools in accordance with Broadcast Tools instructions for confirmation by inspection of the defect which at Broadcast Tools election may include without limitation a requirement that the Buyer first obtain a Return Authorization number from Broadcast Tools that the Buyer furnish proof of purchase in the form of an invoice and or receipt and that the Buyer prepay all freight charges associated with any return of the item to Broadcast Tools using such freight service as Broadcast Tools reasonably may specify Broadcast Tools will repair or replace the defective item or will refund the purchase price paid by the Buyer for the item Broadcast Tools shall have the exclusive right to choose between these alternative remedies NO OTHER WARRANTIES OR REMEDIES TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW BROADCAST TOOLS AND ITS SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABIL ITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND THE FOREGOING ALTERNATIVE REMEDIES SHALL BE EXCLUSIVE OF ALL OTHER REMEDIES THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE JURISDICTION TO STATE JURISDICTION
18. ile the restore time is set at 2 seconds Upon silence detection the OCSS open collector output and the SS LED will activate for the duration of the silence Serial data is also sent on the loss and restoration of audio The sensor may be programmed for Silence sense threshold The audio level below which is consider silence This may be set to 20 dBu 25 dBu 30 dBu or 35 dBu Number of seconds of silence that must be present before an alarm state is reached Acquire delay Number of seconds that valid audio must be present before an alarm state is cleared Restore delay LED indicators e PWR HB LED Illuminates when power is applied and blinks when serial data is active e PIP LED Flashes to indicate PIP activity e SS Silence Sensor indicator LED lit when silence is detected The silence sen sor must be enabled for this to function ACT LED Real time output audio activity indicator lit when output audio is above threshold Power Connect the 3 pin AMP style latching power connector to the unit and the 15 VDC switching power supply with domestic connector into a 120 Vac 50 60 Hz power source Never use any type of power supply other than the specified supplied power supply VO Connections The rear panel contains all the inputs outputs and remote control interfacing con nectors The multi drop serial port is equipped with a modular RJ 11 jack Audio Connections The ACS 4 1 interfaces
19. in 1987 and located in Sedro W Washington our products have a strong News amp Reviews for durability and reliability and can be o Download our Short Form Catalog top distributors across the United States worldwide INSTALLATION e mail support broadcasttools com voice 360 854 9559 fax 866 783 1742 ACS 4 1 Installation and Operation Manual SERIAL OPERATION RS 232 Control Connect one end of the reverse modular cable to the RJ11 jack on the rear panel of the product and the other end to the RJ11 to the jack on the S9 9 pin female D sub adapter Connect the 9 pin female D sub S9 adapter to the COM port of the con trolling PC Note An optional USB to RS 232 adapter cable may be required if your PC isn t equipped with a RS 232 COM port The default protocol is as follows 9600 N 8 1 38400 baud is selectable Select the desired unit ID address for each unit using the configure Dip switches zero is the factory default setting Never duplicate addresses RJ 11 DB 9 Female Pin Number Product s Point of Function Name Adapter Pin 4 3 RS 232 Receive 3 2 _RS 232 Transmit Ground a s Modular Jack Pin Numbers Serial Commands The switcher may be controlled and monitored by burst serial strings or by the embedded menu e mail support broadcasttools com voice 360 854 9559 fax 866 783 1742 Where the Denotes start of string character lt u gt Unit I
20. n simply enter the letter on the left side of the menu and wait for the prompt Example Type the letter S Response Enter Input Channel Entering a 1 would select channel 1 e mail support broadcasttools com voice 360 854 9559 fax 866 783 1742 OPERATION ACS 4 1 Installation and Operation Manual SPECIFICATIONS Input Levels Output Level Frequency Response Signal Noise Ratio Distortion IMD 250 7khz Crosstalk Switching Method Logic Operation Control Status Interfacing Power Requirements Physical Dimensions Weight Shipping Weight Options Max 25 dBu balanced bridging 20k Stereo balanced 27dBu 10K 20 to 20 kHz 0 15dB 2 85 dB nominal weighted 20 to 22Khz Less than 0 01 THD Less than 0 005 IMD 80 dB 1khz 75 dB 10 kHz from adjacent off channel Digitally controlled professional level analog switch arrays Flash microprocessor with non volatile memory Front Panel Momentary switches Remote Momentary or sustained compatible with 5 volts CMOSITTL logic open collector or contact closures to ground Serial Multi drop RS 232 9600 38400 8 N 1 Front Panel LED Indicators Remote Four channel open collector status outputs One Silence Sense open collector output Refer to the fractional schematic and or text on the rear panel for connection details I O and Remote control Rear panel pluggable screw terminals Mating conne
21. o sE YEERE EENE RS 232 CHS GND APPENDIX e mail support broadcasttools com voice 360 854 9559 fax 866 783 1742 bo v ALL Ies u a eto Br S g S K w tin Lm Hd in uut e Sentinel TOOLS Sentinel TOOLS Broadcast Tools ACS 4 1 Component Layout Right Output Adjustment Left Output Adjustment Stereo Mono Jumper pE Vy SOV U Log6Se ASSY ONI S7001 1SV390VON8 e e 9 ececccc0o0mn pues MEE eccccco m zm 2 3 eje l2jeeccccoceo 102 686l 1H9IHAd0 9 A38 owas EDS d x C28 U6 SU eec Mog elles jddng Jamog OGASL f U Option DIP Switch APPENDIX 131 State Street Sedro Woolley WA 98284 360 854 9559 Fax 866 783 1742 Visit us online at www broadcasttools com Modification Date 02 26 13 Copyright 1989 2013 by Broadcast Tools Inc All Rights Reserved Fractional Schematic O PIN OTE 4 150 PITCH 150 PITCH BROADCAST TOOLS INC ber RCS41C1 SCH Modification date 02 26 13 131 State Street Sedro Woolley WA 98284 360 854 9559 Fax 866 783 1742 Visit us online at www broadcasttools com Copyright 1989 2013 by Broadcast Tools Inc All Rights Reserved Fractional Schematic STEREO OUT LEFT T838 RIGHT 10 PIN DTB 2150 PITCH We Ve B 4o BD BD BROADCAST TOOLS INC i fhis Information is the property of Broadcast Tools Inc and shall not be used xcept with the writt
22. ould contain the ACS 4 1 a modular cable with 9 pin S9 female D sub adapter and a 15 VDC wall power supply with domestic connector Manuals may be down loaded from our web site e mail support broadcasttools com voice 360 854 9559 fax 866 783 1742 WEBSITE Visit our web site for product updates and additional information BROADCAST too M Innovative Problen Welcome to Broadcast Tools Broadc controllers and intercom systems Founded in 1987 and ied in Sedro W ashington our products have a strong for durability and reliability and can be o distributors actoss the United States worldwide OVERVIEW Q ACS 4 1 Installation and Operation Manual Installation Surge Protection The ACS 4 1 has built in resistance to voltage changes we recommend that you use a power surge protector or line conditioner on the incoming AC line Lightning strikes and or other high voltage surges may damage your ACS 4 1 and connected equipment if it is not properly protected For lightning protection devices check out www polyphaser com and www itwlinx com UPS Standby Power System We recommend that you connect your ACS 4 1 to a UPS system A UPS helps min imize the risk to the ACS 4 1 and provides power during a power outage Installation Operation Input selection and Mute push buttons Each push button represents an input to be routed to the switcher s output Each push button
23. to external equipment through removable euroblock screw terminals The terminals accommodate wire sizes from 16 28 AWG solid or strand ed wire Before installing a wire remove the euroblock screw terminal plug and turn each capture screw fully counterclockwise Strip each conductor to a length of 0 25 and insert the conductor fully into the terminal Turn the capture screw fully clock wise to secure the conductor Input 1 Input 4 Output Top row TB1 Top row TB2 Top row TB3 1R Input 2 See Open Collector Outputs Bottom row TB1 Bottom row TB2 Bottom Row TB3 CAUTION In no case should either the or outputs be connected to ground The input impedance is 20KQ 600Q terminations may be installed on the connector e mail support broadcasttools com voice 360 854 9559 fax 866 783 1742 WEBSITE Visit our web site for product updates and additional information Home About BI BROADCAST TO M Innovative Problen Hot New Products Welcome to Broadcast Tools AVR Bre and Founded in 1987 and located in Sedro W Washington our products have a strong News amp Reviews for durability and reliability and can be o Download our Short Form Catalog top distributors across the United States worldwide INSTALLATION ACS 4 1 Installation and Operation Manual Audio Input and Output Level Adjustment Once the input and output connections have been made the
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