Renkus-heinz IC2-FR Manuel d'utilisateur

IC2-R • IC2-FR • IC2-FR-WR Array Modules IC212S-R • IC212S-FR • IC212S-FR-WR Dual 12” SubwoofersIC118S-R • IC118S-FR • IC118S-FR-WR 18” Subw

RHAON ORGANIZATION: Three Fundamental Audio OperationsBefore we go on, let’s take a look at the structure of RHAON. Audio operations comprise three fu

11Users Manual TYPICAL PROJECT WORKFLOWPREPARATIONINSTALL RHAONsoftware underWindows XP, Vista, Windows 7SET COMPUTERSStatic IP Addre

Software Installation You need a Windows PC running RHAON software in order to maximize the performance of RHAON-Empowered loudspeakers and your RHAO

Users Manual 13PREPARATIONNotice that the program warns you if your display settings may cause viewing problems. If you are using “La

Virtual System Design RHAON software can save you time at the job site by enabling you to set up a complete virtual loudspeaker system before you go

Users Manual 15PREPARATIONAssigning a Static IP Address to the RHAON Host Computer ou can begin your preparation ofine in a virtual

16PREPARATIONPrior to plugging a RJ-45 connector into your computer’s Ethernet port, you need to make sure that RHAON has the correct network settings

Users Manual 17PREPARATIONSaving Changes Each loudspeaker’s Connect, Control and Supervise Properties window also has a Save button. P

Linking Software Icons with Networked Loudspeakers To connect to a RHAON / CobraNet loudspeaker network, you rst make all the physical connections.

Users Manual 19CONNECTCobraNet ReceiversTurns “Wink” Light ON & OFF Status IndicatorNameCobraNet TransmittersTurns Mute ON &

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS1. Read these instructions.2. Keep these instructions.3. Heed all warnings.4. Follow all instructions 5. Do not use this

20CONNECTProperties Windows The three operational modes of RHAON, Connect, Control and Supervise all have their own unique Properties window (see be

Users Manual 21CONNECTThe vertical pane in each Properties window provides for loudspeaker identication and selected control features.

22CONNECTAssigning Digital and Analog Inputs The larger right portion of the Properties windows vary with the operating mode. The Connect window is di

Users Manual IC223CONNECTCobraNet Digital Audio Signal Routing CobraNet devices transmit and receive digital audio (48 or 96 kHz, 16,

The next step is to connect the CobraNet Source Transmitters to the CobraNet Receivers in the RHAON loudspeakers. Double click on one of the Source’s

Beam Steering / Presets Overviewconyx ICL2 digitally steered arrays produce tightly focused, precisely aimed beams of acoustic energy that maintain th

The opening Beam Steering window displays the setup criteria and the beams aiming angle and focal point. It does not map (calculate and display) the A

27CONNECTUsers Manual IC2Before going on you should rst verify that the correct measurement system is being used (feet or meters). T

You should know the physical dimensions of the area(s) you want to cover, so the next logical step is to set up the audience area(s) using the Audienc

29CONNECTUsers Manual IC2The Normalize Beam EQ instructs Beamware to apply a normalized EQ curve to the FIR lters and reduces the a

TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Introduction 4 Technical Support 4 Assembly Instructions 5 Address N

Now, let’s investigate the multiple beam capabilities of Iconyx. In many installations, a single beam is the ideal solution for the room’s acoustical

31CONNECTUsers Manual IC2Now that we understand the basics of using beam steering, it’s time to investigate another one of the unique

The next graphic shows a much larger room, 100 feet deep instead of 50 feet. Note that the beam opening set at 20o to obtain a longer throw. Still th

At this point the changes you have made in beam steering have not been sent to the working memory (DSP) in the associated array or stored as a Preset.

Selection of the desired Preset is controlled on the Array’s control panel by the three push buttons located directly below the digital readout. The P

The buttons located below the white Preset Listing area provide for a variety of functions.The Load Preset button loads the selected Preset into the a

CONTROL MODE Control Mode provides access to the Loudspeaker Amplier’s internal DSP and allows you to control its settings. You can enter Control Mo

CONTROL37User-Congurable DSP Functions On the right side of the Control Properties window, in the upper dark grey section, you will see a frequency

Priority Override is one of the unique features of RHAON. It allows you to assign signal-activated priority override capabilities to any one of the

All Loudspeakers, Array and Group Control Now it’s time to turn our attention to the All Loud-speakers icon in the upper left of the work space a

INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of a Renkus-Heinz RHAON Empowered digitally steered Iconyx ( IC Squared) loudspeaker system We hope you

Double clicking on the Group icon will open the Connect Properties folder. Notice that the Group Connect window shown here is very similar to the one

Copy Settings / Copy PresetsCopy Settings / Copy Presets is a useful RHAON feature that can save you signicant time on many projects. Right clicking

Beam SteeringIC2 digitally steered arrays produce tightly focused, precisely aimed beams of acoustic energy that maintain their intensity well over l

The opening Beam Steering window displays the setup criteria and the beams aiming angle and focal point. It does not map (calculate and display) the A

Before going on you should rst verify that the correct measurement system is being used (feet or meters). The default measurement system is feet but

You should know the physical dimensions of the area(s) you want to cover, so the next logical step is to set up the audience area(s) using the Audienc

Normalize Beam EQ is a new Beamware feature. Selecting this feature by put-ting a check in the check box instructs Beamware to apply a normalized EQ c

Now, let’s investigate the multiple beam capabilities of IC Squared.In many installations, a single beam is the ideal solution for the room’s acoustic

29Now that we understand the basics of using beam steering, it’s time to investigate another one of the unique tools beam steering includes to make li

The graphic below shows a 120 foot deep room with a dual IC2-2 array, a typical starting point for a beamware project in a room of this size.. Note th

5Users Manual IC2-R Mobile Array Module Assembly Floor StacksIC2-R mobile array modules and their matching subwoofers are often oor

At this point the changes you have made in beam steering have not been sent to the working memory (DSP) in the associated array or stored as a Preset.

Selection of the desired Preset is controlled on the Array’s control panel by the three push buttons located directly below the digital readout. The P

The buttons located below the white Preset Listing area provide for a variety of functions.The Load Preset button loads the selected Preset into the a

42SUPERVISERHAON’s Supervise mode is the one you will use most while your system is in operation (i.e., making sound). It is designed to empower syste

43SUPERVISEThe dark grey section on the left includes the loudspeaker’s input and output monitoring facilities, identication elds, and basic operat

44SUPERVISEEvent Logging & Notication RHAON’s Event Logging function can record in a .log le events of the types you select. This allows the s

45SUPERVISEGeneral Preferences The Preferences window also allows you to review and change the program’s default settings. You will nd them under t

46SUPERVISEPassword Protection RHAON software includes three levels of password protection. This features is designed to prevent inadvertent changes

47SUPERVISEClicking on the Access Detail tab opens the window shown below. Its settings determine what control features will be available to “Opera-to

APPENDIX I: Audio Evacuation & Life Safety Functions Although not certied as a “Life Safety” system, RHAON has been designed to meet the string

IC2-FR Assembly (Fixed Installation)IC Squared array modules and their matching subwoofers are often oor stacked using the subwoofers as a mounting b

APPENDIX II: RHAON Block Diagrams CobraNetThe drawing below shows the signal paths for a RHAON system using CobraNet digital audio distribution. Ex

APPENDIX II: RHAON Block Diagrams CobraNet With Analog BackupThe block diagram below shows a combination system combining CobraNet with analog audio

APPENDIX II: RHAON Block Diagrams Serial Digital (AES3 aka AES/EBU)The block diagram below shows a RHAON system using digital audio distribution in t

Appendix II: Block Diagrams IC-RC1 Remote Preset Control Notes 1. The IC-RC1 provides preset control for either 1 or 2 IIC S

Appendix III: IC Squared Hardware Inputs, Outputs & Indicators, Dimensions To connect an IC2 to the RHAON network, you rst make the hardware con

PM2L-RInput / Control PanelMute ControlsPM2l-RPower Control PanelPower On / Off AC Power ConnectorPowercon locking connectorOverdrive LEDFlashes red w

APPENDIX IV: KEEPING YOUR RHAON PROGRAM UP-TO-DATE Updating Your Current Installation of RHAON New program versions of RHAON are posted on the Renkus

67Users Manual IC2APPENDIX IV: KEEPING YOUR RHAON PROGRAM UP-TO-DATE Updating Your Current Installation of RHAON (continued)To updat

57Users Manual IC2Updating Microcontroller Firmware The latest Microcontroller rmware les (.hex les) were installed in your louds

Updating Microcontroller Firmware (Continued) Step 2: Select Update Microcontroller Firmware and when the window shown below opens select the approp

Users Manual IC2IC2-FR-WR Assembly (Weather Resistant Fixed Installation)1) Unpack the individual enclosures and associated hardwar

70Users Manual IC2Updating DSP Firmware The latest 48 kHz DSP rmware les (.bin les) were installed in your array before it w

Updating DSP Firmware (Continued) Step 3: Wait for the Firmware transfer to complete. When nished, control will be returned to the dialog window. S

Users Manual IC2APPENDIX V: USING THIRD PARTY CONTROLLERS Operating Iconyx ICL-FR Digitally Steerable Arrays with External Cont

Transferring control of the array back to your computer can only be done from the external control device or from your computer using RHAON.. To do so

74Users Manual IC2SERVICING and TROUBLE SHOOTINGGENERAL INFORMATIONYour IC2 steerable array contains no user-serviceable parts

SERVICING and TROUBLE SHOOTING (Continued)Gated or Chopped AudioThe Analog 1 input is receiving a signal, but some other input has been selected in th

76Users Manual IC2SERVICING and TROUBLE SHOOTING (Continued)Lesson 2: Packet AddressingOn a Local Area Network (LAN), packets are ad

SERVICING and TROUBLE SHOOTING (Continued)RHAON Network ManagerTo activate the RHAON Network Manager open RHAON and select Network Manager from the Fi

78Users Manual IC2SERVICING and TROUBLE SHOOTING (Continued)Symptom: RHAON reports “No CobraNet Devices found.” 1. Are you try

SERVICING and TROUBLE SHOOTING (Continued)If these settings are correct and you still receive the ‘No CobraNet Device Found” error message; 4. In RHA

Address Number VericationAll that remains is to verify that the individual IC2-R modules are properly identied in the RHAON network.IC Squared offer

80Users Manual IC2SERVICING and TROUBLE SHOOTING (Continued) 3. Check for split pairs. A split pair cable will drop packets even if

SERVICING and TROUBLE SHOOTING (Continued) 4. Has the interconnect ribbon cable been accidently pinched between the cabinets? If so, it may be damaged

82SERVICING and TROUBLE SHOOTING (Continued)Symptom: I have to wait 10-20s for my device to be “connected” and trafc to begin when connecting my loud

SERVICING and TROUBLE SHOOTING (Continued)AUDIO FAILURE PROBLEMS Symptom: One of my Iconyx / IC Live arrays has been working ne, but now it seems to

84SERVICING and TROUBLE SHOOTING (Continued) Check the Microcontroller version installed on the array (the version number is shown in the RHAON S

Dimensional InformationIC2 Array ModuleUsers Manual IC295

86Dimensional InformationIC212S-FR Subwoofer IC2 Users Manual

Sensitivity:Freq. Range:Max SPL:Horiz. Dispersion:Vert. Opening Angles:Aiming Angle:Beam Control:№. Transducers:№. Amp. Channels:Dimensions:Weight:Po

88Technical SpecificationsIC212S-FR Subwoofer Sensitivity:Freq. Range:Max SPL:№. Transducers:Dimensions:Weight:Power Required:Hardware:Enclosure:Finis

Users Manual IC289AAccess Control - 7, 57, 58AC power - 56Adding Virtual Devices - 12Address Number Verication - 6Assembly Instructi

9Users Manual INTRODUCTION TO RHAONYour digitally controlled, steerable Iconyx IC Squared loudspeaker is RHAON Empowered.RHAON (“rayon

90LLatency - 23Life Safety - 59Linking Software Icons & Loudspeakers - 18, 19MMaster/Slave Setup - 8Mute - 20Microcontroller Firmware - 68 & 6

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