Rane AM1, Manual

Page 1: ...n Rane Professional Installation Audio Products Warranty Declaration of Conformity 22268 AM1 AUTOMIXER POWER LOCATE PHONES MIX SIG OL SIG OL LEVEL SIG OL LEVEL SIG OL LEVEL MIC MIX SIG OL LEVEL AUX 1 SIG OL LEVEL AUX 2 SIG OL LEVEL USB SIG OL LEVEL OUTPUT SIG OL LEVEL AUX 2 AUX 1 USB MICS OUTPUT SOURCE LEVEL LEVEL MIC INPUTS 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 2: ...n readily operable To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC mains disconnect the power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle 16 This apparatus shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection 17 When permanently connected an all pole mains switch with a contact separation of at least 3 mm in each pole shall be incorporated in the electrical installatio...

Page 3: ... il ne fonctionne pas correctement ou est tombé 15 La fiche du cordon d alimentation sert à brancher le courant alternatif AC et doit absolument rester accessible Pour déconnecter totalement l appareil du secteur débranchez le câble d alimentation de la prise secteur 16 Cet appareil doit être branché à une prise terre avec protection 17 Quand il est branché de manière permanente un disjoncteur tri...

Page 4: ...ut making the AM1 overload lights flash AM1 AUTOMIXER POWER LOCATE PHONES MIX SIG OL SIG OL LEVEL SIG OL LEVEL SIG OL LEVEL MIC MIX SIG OL LEVEL AUX 1 SIG OL LEVEL AUX 2 SIG OL LEVEL USB SIG OL LEVEL OUTPUT SIG OL LEVEL AUX 2 AUX 1 USB MICS OUTPUT SOURCE LEVEL LEVEL MIC INPUTS 1 2 3 4 Play audio from your computer s audio software application and select the Rane AM1 as the playback and or recordin...

Page 5: ... The Record Output level is not affected by this control 6 PHONES SOURCE cue switch selects which audio is heard in the headphone outputs the mix of all Mics the Aux 1 input the Aux 2 input the USB audio input or the Main Output This allows listening in headphones to any single input before turning each up in the mix using the MIX controls or listening to the main mix before turning it up in the P...

Page 6: ... Aux 1 Aux 2 and USB Audio input signals The front panel Output Level control adjusts the level exiting this jack MIC LINE Output switch changes this Main XLR Output to mic level for feeding the output mix to a mic input device or line level for feeding line level input devices 8 RECORD Output RCA jacks contain the same audio mix as the Main Output The signal is not affected by the Output Level co...

Page 7: ...he AM1 must be the device that feeds the Mongoose or HAL In other words the AM1 RAD Port wires to the Mongoose or HAL and up to seven AM2 mixers chain together into the AM1 s CASCADE IN See the illustration below CASCADE RAD PORT USB DATA OUTPUT MIC INPUTS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 100 240V 13 WATTS 50 60 Hz MIC 48V MIC 0V WIRELESS MIC MIC 48V MIC 0V WIRELESS MIC MIC 48V MIC 0V WIRELESS MIC MIC 48V MIC 0V W...

Page 8: ...e mix of these sources The Overload indicators light when the incoming audio is getting too loud Only the very loudest audio sources should occasionally light the Overload indicator If you re using an iPod or other aux line source that allows output volume adjustments turn the volume up as far as possible without lighting the Overload indicator too often MIXING The Mic Inputs are automatically mix...

Page 9: ...specific digital audio transport protocol allowing audio delivery to either a Rane HAL EXP or Mongoose RAD port each sold separately The audio exiting the RAD Port contains the main mix and is attenuated by the AM1 s front panel Output Level control This port can only be used to connect to a Rane Mongoose or HAL For inquisitive technophiles RAD Port audio is 24 bit 48 kHz fixed point RAD PORT Stat...

Page 10: ...1 it automatically sets it as the default Recording and Playback device With Windows XP and Vista any audio applications currently running will continue to use the previously selected default device Restart the application to make it use the AM1 for recording or playback Windows 7 and 8 automatically switch a running application to the newly connected AM1 To avoid surprises we recommend turning th...

Page 11: ...d output devices but does not automatically set it as the default device Some Macintosh applications allow you to select the device you want to use Other applications only use the device specified as the OSX default We recommend that you set the default audio input and output device to the AM1 before starting the application you want to use Configure the default audio device in OSX by navigating t...

Page 12: ...her USB powered devices Rane RAD and Cascade IN RJ 45 Ports Cascade In Port connects up to seven Rane AM2 Automixers RAD Port sends Output to Rane HAL or Mongoose Systems AM2 Features INPUTS Gain Sharing Automatic Mic Mixing 8 XLR Inputs with Level controls Sig OL indicators Select Mic Mic with 48V phantom or Line level OUTPUTS all mono XLR Main with Mic Line switch Level control Sig OL Rane RAD a...

Page 13: ...0 Hz AM1 Unique Features The Rane AM1 is part gain sharing automatic mic mixer part manual line mixer part USB audio I O device and simultane ously a Rane RAD Use it as a standalone mic line mixer with up to four mics or add more gain shared mics using up to seven AM2 Automixers for up to 60 gain shared mics Three manually mixed audio inputs provide a simple user interface and installation The Aux...

Page 14: ...7 8 100 240V 13 WATTS 50 60 Hz MIC 48V MIC 0V WIRELESS MIC MIC 48V MIC 0V WIRELESS MIC MIC 48V MIC 0V WIRELESS MIC MIC 48V MIC 0V WIRELESS MIC IN OUT USB LOCATE FAULT POWER CLASS 2 WIRING MIC LINE SHIELDED CAT 5e OR BETTER 24 VDC 100 mA PATENT NO 8 542 849 AM2 RANE CORPORATION 100 240V PATENT NO 8 542 849 13 WATTS 50 60 Hz USB LOCATE FAULT POWER MAIN OUTPUT RAD PORT AUX INPUTS MIC INPUTS 1 2 3 4 1...

Page 15: ... an advanced Paging Station The HAL and Halogen software check the status location CAT 5 wiring integrity and that audio is flowing in all peripheral devices so you know your system is properly connected and ready to go HAL is more than just another DSP drag and drop system it has revolutionized system design and installation Three HAL Multiprocessors provide various audio I O and control options ...

Page 16: ...utput Impedance 602 Ω 1 Frequency Response 23 Hz to 20 5 kHz 0 3 dB Dynamic Range 101 dB re 12 dBu 20 kHz BW A weighted 0 dB gain 10 kΩ load THD N 0 01 22 Hz to 20 kHz A weighted 4 dBu 0 dB gain 10 kΩ load AM1 Headphone Output Dual Mono Unbalanced and 3 5mm TRS Maximum Output 9 dBu 150 Ω load Maximum Output Power 30 mW into 150 Ω Output Gain Range 63 to 16 dB Frequency Response 23 Hz to 20 5 kHz 0...

Page 17: ...of mics for different noncoherent talkers and 6 dB per doubling for the same coherent talker who is directly between two mics Think of the person wearing a live lavalier or headset while approaching a live podium mic no problem AM1 Architectural Specifications The 1U audio device shall provide 4 rear mounted XLR inputs automatically mixed using a gain sharing algorithm Each input shall permit inde...

Page 18: ...mm TIP RING TIP RING 1 2 3 INPUT 3 LEVEL MIC MIX LEVEL 1 2 3 INPUT 4 CASCADE INPUT LEVEL MONO MONO 1 2 3 LEVEL OUTPUT LEVEL 4 5 dB PHONES LEVEL MIC LINE 1 2 3 INPUT 2 LEVEL 1 2 3 INPUT 1 LEVEL 48V PHANTOM MIC WIRELESS 48V PHANTOM MIC WIRELESS 48V PHANTOM MIC WIRELESS 48V PHANTOM MIC WIRELESS AUTO GAIN SHARING MIX MANUAL MIX SIG OL SIG OL SIG OL SIG OL SIG OL SIG OL SIG OL SIG OL SIG OL LEVEL MICS ...

Page 19: ...ntom power or line input level intended for wireless receiver outputs Front panel mic input level controls for each input shall indicate signal and overload and an overall output level control with signal and overload shall be provided When used standalone without cascading addition mics ac commodation for two post level audio outputs shall be provided One on a single XLR male balanced analog outp...

Page 20: ...erconnections Grounding and EMC practices Shields of connectors in audio equipment containing active circuitry Rane s policy is to accommodate rather than dic tate However this document contains suggestions for external wiring changes that should ideally only be implemented by trained technical personnel Safety regulations require that all original grounding means provided from the factory be left...

Page 21: ...nal grounding system improperly thus creating balanced equipment that is not immune to the cabling s noise currents This is one reason for the bad reputation sometimes given to bal anced interconnect A second reason for balanced interconnect s bad reputation comes from those who think connecting unbalanced equipment into superior balanced equip ment should improve things Sorry Balanced inter conne...

Page 22: ...on Figure 1b Recommmended practice CASE COMMON WRONG PRACTICE RECOMMENDED PRACTICE OPTIONAL CASE 1 2 3 3 1 2 CHASSIS GROUND SIGNAL GROUND CHASSIS GROUND CHASSIS GROUND Not using signal ground is the most radical depar ture from common pro audio practice Not that there is any argument about its validity There isn t This is the right way to do it So why doesn t audio equipment come wired this way We...

Page 23: ...h consistent success indicates this and other acceptable solutions to RF issues exist though the increasing use of digital and wireless technology greatly increases the possibility of future RF problems If you ve truly isolated your hum problem to a spe cific unit chances are even though the documentation indicates proper chassis grounded shields the suspect unit is not internally grounded properl...

Page 24: ...References 1 Neil A Muncy Noise Susceptibility in Analog and Digi tal Signal Processing Systems presented at the 97th AES Convention of Audio Engineering Society in San Fran cisco CA Nov 1994 2 Grounding Shielding and Interconnections in Analog Digital Signal Processing Systems Understanding the Basics Workshops designed and presented by Neil Muncy and Cal Perkins at the 97th AES Convention of Aud...

Page 25: ... 20 24 24 19 18 17 B B B B A A A A A A FEMALE BALANCED XLR NOT A TRANSFORMER NOR A CROSS COUPLED OUTPUT STAGE FEMALE BALANCED XLR EITHER A TRANSFORMER OR A CROSS COUPLED OUTPUT STAGE BALANCED TRS NOT A TRANSFORMER NOR A CROSS COUPLED OUTPUT STAGE BALANCED TRS EITHER A TRANSFORMER OR A CROSS COUPLED OUTPUT STAGE FLOATING UNBALANCED TRS TIP RING SLEEVE SLEEVE IN UNIT NC OR 3 5 mm UNBALANCED TS TIP S...

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Page 28: ... WARRANTY SHALL BE THAT WHICH IS DESCRIBED TO THE ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER BY THE AUTHORIZED RANE DEALER OR DISTRIBUTOR AT THE TIME OF PURCHASE Rane Corporation does not however warrant its products against any and all defects 1 arising out of materials or workmanship not provided or furnished by Rane or 2 resulting from abnormal use of the product or use in violation of instructions or 3 in prod...

Page 29: ...E FACTORY IN THE U S If the product is being sent to Rane for repair please call the factory for a Return Authorization number We recommend advance notice be given to the repair facility to avoid possible needless shipment in case the problem can be solved over the phone UNAUTHORIZED SERVICE PERFORMED ON ANY RANE PRODUCT WILL VOID ITS EXISTING FACTORY WARRANTY FACTORY SERVICE If you wish your Rane...

Page 30: ... is modified without written consent of the manufacturer This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of Rane Corporation Type of Equipment Professional Audio Signal Processing Brand Rane Model AM1 Immunity Results THD N 4 dBu 400 Hz BW 20 Hz 20 kHz Test Description Measurement Conditions RF Electromagnetic Fields Immunity 80 MHz 1000 MHz 1 kHz AM 80 depth 3V m 50 dB Cond...

Page 31: ...PUTS 1 2 3 4 1 2 RECORD USB AUDIO POWER COMM AUDIO RX AUDIO TX MIC 48V MIC 0V WIRELESS MIC MIC 48V MIC 0V WIRELESS MIC MIC 48V MIC 0V WIRELESS MIC MIC 48V MIC 0V WIRELESS MIC 5 VDC 500 mA USB CHARGE ONLY MIC LINE CLASS 2 WIRING CASCADE SHIELDED CAT 5e OR BETTER 24 VDC 100 mA AM1 RANE CORPORATION AM1 AUTOMIXER ...