User manual ROLAND S-1608

[. . . ] S-1608 STAGE UNIT S-0816 FOH UNIT S-4000R REMOTE CONTROLLER Owner's Manual Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" (Owner's Manual Pg. These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, Owner's Manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference. Copyright © 2007 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. [. . . ] Each preamp's gain is controlled remotely from the S-4000R or S-4000 RCS, allowing you to optimize signal levels right at the connection interface. If you're connecting the S-1608/S-0816 System to an analog mixing console, you may be wondering why you need adjustable gain at the S-1608/S-0816 System's inputs. Well, there are a few very good reasons to adjust the signal level at the S-1608/S-0816 System's inputs: · Better analog signal quality--By adjusting the input gain so close to the source, the analog signal travels through less analog cabling before the signal level is optimized. Shorter analog cabling means less possibility of noise and signal deterioration. Better digital signal quality--A/D converters take "snapshots" of the analog audio during the digital conversion process. By optimizing the signal level before the A/D converter, a much higher resolution snapshot can be taken--and higher resolution means better signal quality. Memory presets add digital mixer features to the analog mixer--One of the big advantages of a digital mixer is the ability to store and recall frequently used setups. By taking advantage of the 10 memory presets in the S-4000R--or 100 presets using the S-4000 RCS--you can bring some digital functionality to your analog mixer. (More on the S-4000R in a little bit. ) · · The analog output for S-1608/S-0816 has line level fixed at +4 dBu (maximum output of +22 dBu). 30 S-1608/S-0816 Digital Snake Owner's Manual 5--S-1608/S-0816 System Overview S-4000R Remote Controller The S-4000R functions as a remote controller for the S-1608/S-0816 System. It can be connected to either the S-1608 or S-0816 unit, whichever is most convenient for you. · Input channel control--The S-4000R provides control over the S-1608/S-0816 System's input channels. This includes preamp gain adjustment, phantom power and pad on/off status, and channel linking. Input level monitoring--An eight-segment LED meter allows for precise preamp gain adjustment of the S-1608/S-0816 System's input channels. Signal status--The S-4000R provides signal status indicators for all of the S-1608/S-0816 System's 24 input channels. Clip indicators--The S-4000R provides channel clip indicators for all of the S-1608/S-0816 System's 24 input channels. Memory presets--10 memory presets allow you to store and recall frequently used S-1608/S0816 System's input channel setups. · · · · The S-4000R was designed to also be used as a remote controller for the S-4000 systems (S-4000S or S-4000H). When using an S-1608/S-0816 system, only channels 1 to 24 are enabled. Please see the S-4000S Owner's Manual when using an S-4000 system. Computer Control All functions that can be controlled from the S-4000R can also be controlled from a personal computer equipped with an RS-232C port(s), and running the S-4000 Remote Control Software (S-4000 RCS). The S-4000 RCS is a free download from www. rolandsystemsgroup. net. Please see "Computer Control (S-4000 RCS)" (Page 56)for information regarding the S-4000 RCS. There is no usage fee for the software, but the communication fees for downloading are your responsibility. S-1608/S-0816 Digital Snake Owner's Manual 31 Using the S-1608/S-0816 System Installation Installing the Rack-mount kit S-1608 and S-0816 6 The S-1608 and S-0816 can be used in a free standing configuration, or rack-mounted using the installed rack-mount kit. Precautions for Rack Mounting · When mounting the S-1608 or S-0816 in a rack, observe the following precautions to ensure efficient and effective cooling. As this type of rack does not permit heated air within the rack to be expelled, the heated air is drawn into the S-1608 or S-0816 as a result, thus preventing adequately efficient cooling. If the rack's rear panel is not removable, ensure that a ventilation port or exhaust fan is provided at the top of the rack's rear panel to expel any accumulated heat. If the S-1608 or S-0816 is mounted in a portable rack, remove both the front and rear rack covers before use to ensure that the S-1608's or S-0816's front and rear panels remain unobstructed. - · Use due caution when mounting the S-1608 or S-0816 in a rack or other enclosure so you don't get your fingers wedged or pinched. 1. [. . . ] * 0 dBu = 0. 775 V rms * In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit accessories are subject to change without prior notice. S-1608/S-0816 Digital Snake Owner's Manual 73 Appendices [Specifications: S-4000R REMOTE CONTROLLER Connectors Indicators Remote Connector: 1 (RS-232C, DB-9-type) CLIP Indicators (1­40) SIG Indicators (1­40) POWER Indicator REAC Indicator CTRL Indicator Level Meter CHANNEL Display (8 segments 2 digits. ) GAIN Indicators (15 steps) 10 memory presets Supplied from connected device (S-1608 or S-0816, through the remote cable) 215 (W) x 87 (D) x 54. 6 (H) mm 8-1/2 (W) x 3-7/16 (D) x 2-3/16 (H) inches 0. 8 kg 1 lb. 0 to +40 degrees Celsius +32 to +104 degrees Fahrenheit Remote Cable (3 meter) Rack-mount brackets Installation Manual Memory Power Supply Dimensions Weight Operation Temperature Accessories * In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit accessories are subject to change without prior notice. 74 S-1608/S-0816 Digital Snake Owner's Manual Appendices Appendix E: Dimensions Dimensions: S-1608 Note: Dimensions are shown in millimeters. fig. app-12. eps 401 135 482 101. 6 465 135 S-1608/S-0816 Digital Snake Owner's Manual 177 177 75 Appendices Dimensions: S-0816 Note: Dimensions are shown in millimeters. fig. app-13. eps 401 135 482 101. 6 465 135 76 S-1608/S-0816 Digital Snake Owner's Manual 177 177 Appendices Dimensions: S-4000R Note: Dimensions are shown in millimeters. fig. app-14. eps 215 60. 9 54. 3 87. 8 54. 6 S-1608/S-0816 Digital Snake Owner's Manual 89. 2 77 Index A A/D-D/A Conversion, 29 AC Cord Clamp, 34 M memory presets, See S-4000R: memory presets multiple S-4000R units, using, 55 MUTE ALL OUTPUTS, 43, 48 S S-4000 RCS, 31, 56 S-4000R clearing CLIP indicators, 50 connecting, 42 hot-swapping, 42 LED input meter, 50 Lock function, 49 memory presets recalling, 54 storing, 54 pad setting, 52 phantom power setting, 52 preamp gain setting, 51 selecting channels, 51 signal status indicators, 50 Stereo Link, 53 using, 49­54 using multiple S-4000R units, 55 Specifications S-0816, 73 S-1608, 72 S-4000R, 74 Split, audio, 56­61 straight-through cable (Cat5e), See cables switching hub, See Ethernet switching hub C cables Cat5e Ethernet cables crossover, 26­27, 40­41, 57, 60 handling Cat5e cables, 42 length extension, 41 straight-through, 26­27, 40­41, 57, 60 wiring diagrams, 69 microphone, 43 CHANNEL knob (S-4000R), 22, 51 CLIP clear, 23, 50 CLIP indicators S-1608, S-0816, 18, 45 S-4000R, 22, 50, 68 computer control, See S-4000 RCS connection overview S-1608/S-0816 System, 37 crossover cable (Cat5e), See cables CTRL indicator, 24, 47, 68 O OUTPUT connectors, 18, 45 wiring, 70 P PAD button, 23, 52 phantom power setting, 24, 52 status indicator, 18, 45 pin out diagrams, 69­70 power connections S-1608, S-0816, 40 S-4000R, 42 powering off, 46 powering up S-1608/S-0816 System, 46 S-1608/S-0816 System with splits, 61 Preamp, 30 D Dimensions S-0816, 76 S-1608, 75 S-4000R, 77 R rack-mounting S-1608, S-0816, 32 S-4000R, 33 REAC about, 26 cables, 26, 40­41 checking Indicators, 47, 67­68 connecting cables, 40­42 connecting cables (for splits), 60 connection cover, 36 connectors (RJ45), 27 redundant connections, 41 using Ethernet switching hubs, 28, 41, 57­60 REAC MODE about, 38 switch setting, 38­39 switch setting (for splits), 59 redundant connections, See REAC REMOTE connector S-1608, S-0816, 18, 42 S-4000R, 24, 42 remote control, See S-4000R; S-4000 RCS remote controlled preamps, about, 30 REMOTE indicator, 18, 47 RJ45 connectors, 27, 69 RS-232C, 29 wiring, 70 Rubber feet, 36 T troubleshooting, 67­68 E error indicators, 68 Ethernet cables, See cables Ethernet connectors (RJ45), 27 Wiring, 69 Ethernet switching hub about, 28 requirements for REAC use, 57, 71 using for cable length extension, 27, 41 using for split application, 57 using with redundant connection, 41, 60 U unlocking the S-4000R, 49 V vents, 21 X XLR connectors, 18 unbalanced connections, 44 wiring, 70 F fan, exhaust, 21 Ferrite core, 35 FHO (front-of-house), 11 G GAIN knob (S-4000R), 23, 51 I INPUT connectors, 18, 43­44 wiring, 70 Input meter (S-4000R), 23, 50 L linking input channels, 53 locking the S-4000R, 49 78 S-1608/S-0816 Digital Snake Owner's Manual For EU Countries This product complies with the requirements of European Directives EMC 89/336/EEC and LVD 73/23/EEC. For the USA FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. [. . . ]