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Table of Contents
Introduction

4

Overview

4

Appendix A – General Specifications
Ventilation

19
19

Key Features4

SB i16 and SB 8.8 Front Panel

4

XLR Wiring20

SB i16 and SB 8.8 Rear Panel

4

D-Type Multipin Wiring

20

Status LEDs and User Buttons

5

GPIO

21

Channel LEDs

5

Device Reset5

Brooklyn Reset

5

Hardware Connections

6

Appendix B - Connector Pin Outs

20

Appendix C –Performance Specifications

22

Mic/Line Inputs

22Line Outputs

23

Mains Power Connections

6

Dante Connections

6

Audio Inputs and Outputs

6

General Safety

24

GPIO

6

Installation Notes

24

Power Safety25

For EU

25

Environmental Declaration

26

RoHS Notice26

For USA

26

Electromagnetic Compatibility

26

Environmental

26

SSL Network I/O Controller

7

Installing Network I/O Controller

7

Network Configuration - PC

7

Network Configuration - Device

7

The GUI

8

Network View

8

Inputs/Outputs

9

Inputs9

Focus Window

9Outputs

10

GPIO

10

Setup

11

Ownership

12

Stagebox and Input Ownership

12

Individual Input Ownership

13

GPO Ownership

13

Gain Compensation

14

Compensated Ports

14

Calibration Point

15

Recalibrate Indication

15

Pad

Appendix D – Safety Notices

24

16

Traditional

16

AutoPad17

Dante Controller

18

Network Config

18

Device Info18

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Introduction
Overview
SB i16 and SB 8.8 are, respectively, 2U, 16 input and 8 input/8 output SuperAnalogue™ Dante
stageboxes, for all high-quality AoIP applications.
SB i16 and SB 8.8 can be controlled remotely from SSL Live and System T consoles as well as from
SSL’s Network I/O Controller app for PC.
SB i16 and 8.8 are ideally suited to studio and stage, featuring redundant power, redundant
ruggedized etherCON Dante connections plus four GPIOs.

Key Features
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Interface between studio/stage/recording area and IP audio networks using Dante and AES67
Redundant PSUs and Dante network connections
8 or 16 SSL SuperAnalogue Studio Grade preamps
GPIO connectivity - embed tallies across the network
Redundant network extension ports
Clear front panel indication - signal present, phantom power, channel attention
Gain-compensated inputs available to Dante network
Device and parameter ownership assignment to avoid control conflicts
AutoPad - automatically adjusts gain and pad settings to accommodate widest possible range
of input signals
Two-speed ball-bearing fan cooling - sufficiently quiet to place on a studio floor

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Status LEDs and User Buttons

Channel LEDs

Device Reset
Performing a device reset will clear the SSL device settings. This includes ownership, input and GPIO
states. This does not clear Dante Brooklyn card settings.

Brooklyn Reset
Resetting the Dante Brooklyn card to default settings is performed from Dante Controller. Under the‘Device Config’ tab for a device select ‘Clear Config’. This clears the device name, channel labels, IP
address settings, sample rate, latency and existing audio routes. This does not clear SSL Ownershipsettings.

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Hardware Connections
Mains Power Connections
SB i16 and SB 8.8 include redundant PSUs with IEC C14 inlets. Either supply
can individually power the unit. Ideally these should be connected to separate
power circuits to provide redundancy of incoming AC power.

Dante Connections

SB i16 and SB 8.8 have two redundant sets of network connections.
In Dante Controller it is possible to set Dante ports to switched mode rather than redundant mode.
While this is possible, there is no need to here as the extension ports provide this functionality
without loss of redundancy.
Never connect Primary and Secondary ports to the same single Dante network.

Audio Inputs and Outputs
Electronically balanced mic/line inputs and line outputs on latching XLR-3
connectors.
See Appendix B for pinout information.

GPIO
4 General Purpose opto-coupled inputs and 4 General Purpose relay outputs
allow embedding and de-embedding of logic signals across the network.
See Appendix B for pinout information.

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SSL Network I/O Controller
Installing Network I/O Controller
When an SB i16 or SB 8.8 is used without an SSL console, configuration and control is achieved
using the SSL Network I/O Controller PC application. This can be downloaded from the SSL website
as part of the Network I/O Stagebox upgrade package or as a standalone installer.
Locate and run the Network I/O Controller installer and follow the on-screen prompts to install theapplication.

Network Conﬁguration - PC
Once Network I/O Controller is installed, connect the Windows PC to the same subnet as the
Network I/O. The SSL Network I/O Controller application uses the network adapters configured in
Dante Controller for communication. Before starting Network I/O Controller first open Dante
Controller and select the network adaptors connected to the Dante network. ‘Use shared Danteinterface’ must be selected to ensure all applications using the Dante network use the correct
adaptors. Subsequent changes to network settings may require Network I/O Controller to berestarted.

TCP/IP is used to communicate with the unit, so check Windows firewall settings if communications
are not working.
Set the computer to ‘Never Sleep’ to maintain communication.

Network Conﬁguration - Device
Unless shipped as part of a preconfigured system, Network I/O units are set to obtain an IP address
automatically.
If the IP settings need to be changed to a fixed address – to match the network environment inwhich the unit is to be installed – this can be achieved using the Dante Controller application.
Remember that the computer’s network adapter configuration will also need to be updated to matchthe Network I/O.
For additional information see the Dante Controller section.

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The GUIThe application window is divided into six sections:

Network View

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Inputs/Outputs

Select the Inputs or Outputs tab in the Page Select area to view I/O available on the network.

Inputs

Focus Window

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Outputs

GPIO
The SB i16 and SB 8.8 are equipped with 4 GP input and 4 GP output circuits. Inputs are
opto-isolated voltage triggered and output closures are via DIL relay.
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Setup
Press Setup in the Page Select area to display the system configuration information.
Stagebox Ownership and Inputs Ownership settings are detailed under Ownership.

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Ownership
Ownership offers a level of protection to inputs: when an input is owned by a console the input
parameters can only be modified by the device that owns it. This prevents control conflicts between
networked consoles and control computers sharing resources. Parameters covered by ownership are:
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Mic gain
Mic/line switching
Pad
Input mute
Audition
Limiter

Note that multiple consoles can share the same input signal but only one device can control the
input parameters. Altering the input settings will affect all consoles using the input.
Any System T console, SSL Live console or instance of the SSL Network I/O Controller PC application
can control ownership. There are three levels of ownership:●●●

Stagebox ownership: control SB i16 and SB 8.8 setup information only
Input ownership: control input parameters only
Input x ownership: control of input parameters on a per input basis

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Individual Input Ownership
One of three options will be displayed when an input is selected on a device, depending on thecurrent ownership state. These options are Own, Take and Release:

When an SSL console makes routes from Stagebox inputs, the console will automatically become theowner of any unowned inputs. If an input is owned by a different controller then routing will not
automatically take ownership, Take ownership will need to be performed if input control is requiredon this device. Ownership from Network I/O Controller is manually controlled.
Note that the audio route will still be made regardless of whether ownership is assigned.

GPO Ownership
The four GPO connections also have ownership status. The available ownership states are identical tothose for stagebox inputs.

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Gain Compensation
Each stagebox mic/line input has two transmit channels that can be subscribed to from the Dante
network. Main channels follow the mic gain as set by the controller. Compensated channels nullify
mic gain changes by applying a digital trim offset which is the negative equivalent of any analogue
gain changes. Using Compensated channels ensures that devices receiving signals from the samestagebox avoid unintended changes to input source levels.

Compensated Ports
When connected to an SSL console or the Network I/O Controller app the main and compensatedchannels show as two separate devices.

The compensated output’s level is controlled in the stagebox itself, so any Dante device can receive
the compensated signal, it does not have to be an SSL console. The compensated channels for an SB
8.8 or SB i16 can be found in Dante Controller under the Transmit tab of the Routing Matrix or
Device View, listed immediately after the main channels.

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Calibration Point
The Calibration point is the value at which the analogue gain equals a digital trim value of 0 dB, i.e.
there is no digital trim applied. Digital trim will be applied when the analogue gain level is above or
below the Calibration point.

Recalibrate Indication

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Pad
The SB i16 and SB 8.8 have two pad modes, Traditional and AutoPad. The pad mode is selected
per stagebox (applied to all inputs) from the SETUP tab of the stagebox within Network I/OController.

Traditional
Traditional pad mode is active when AutoPad is deselected. This allows the 20 dB pad to beinserted/removed manually. Inserting the pad will reduce the input gain by 20 dB. The reduced value
will be shown in the input channel strip and the range of available gain values will be updated toreflect the pad state. Note that maximum and minimum gain values are dependant on the Operating
Level setting.

Compensated channels will change signal level in accordance with the pad setting on theassociated main channel when in traditional pad mode. If the pad is inserted on a main channel thesignal level of both the main and compensated channel will drop by 20 dB.

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AutoPadAutoPad provides the entire possible gain range to the operator and silently applies the pad when
the gain range is set to a low value that requires the pad to achieve.

When AutoPad is active the Pad control on the channel is dimmed to show it is no longer available
for user control. If the input gain is set to a low value which requires the pad to achieve then the
Pad icon will be highlighted blue (whilst dimmed) to show that it is active.

It is advisable to check channel gain values after changing the AutoPad setting. Overall gain levels
will be retained but pad states may change.
Compensated channels will retain a constant output signal level when in AutoPad mode,
irrespective of whether the pad has been automatically applied.

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Dante Controller

Refer to Audinate’s Dante Controller user guide for complete information on Dante Controller
software. The information below details the basics required to get started.
Clock sync, device naming, AES67 configuration and network management are all done within Dante
Controller.
Dante utilises the device name for routing. Each device must have a unique name – if a name isduplicated it will be appended with a number.

Network Conﬁg
Each device requires its own unique IP address. This may be automatically configured, provided by a
DHCP server or assigned manually. The primary and secondary ports must not be connected to thesame logical network. Ideally, separate switching hardware should be provided for primary andsecondary networks. Creating VLANs on shared hardware is acceptable but does not provide themost robust redundancy.

Device Info
The Device Info tab shows an overview of all devices on the Dante network including name,product type, software version, IP address, link speed and status.
Device > Device View provides configuration and diagnostics for each device including Tx and Rx
subscription and signal status, software and firmware version information, network utilisation andreal-time latency measurement, as well as configuration of device name, sample rate, bit depth,
latency, IP address and AES67 parameters. The Network Config tab provides IP addressconfiguration options.
The device will resolve to a link-local address if it is set to obtain an IP address automatically and no
DHCP server is present. To access via link-local, set your computer to obtain an IP address
automatically, directly connect to the device’s primary port and wait for the link-local addresses toresolve. Link-local addresses for the Primary Dante interfaces obtain IP addresses in the169.254.xxx.xxx range, secondary Dante interfaces obtain addresses in the 172.31.xxx.xxx range.

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Appendices
Appendix A – General Speciﬁcations
The following specifications are the same for both the SB i16 and SB 8.8.
Parameter

Value

Notes

Depth

300 mm ( 12")Height88.5 mm ( 3.5")

2 RU

Width

438 mm ( 17.25")
482 mm ( 19")

Excluding rack ears
Including rack ears

Weight7.0 kg ( 15.4 lb)

Boxed Size

575 x 510 x 280 mm( 22.5 x 20 x 11")

Boxed Weight

8.5 kg ( 18.7 lb)

Power< 100 W

Acoustic Noise

NR20

Operating Temperature+5°C to 40°C

Storage Temperature-20°C to 50°C

Measured 1m from the front of the unit at the lowest
fan speed. This speed will be active when the unit iswithin operating temperature limits.

Ventilation
Ventilation is from the rear of the unit.

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Appendix B - Connector Pin OutsXLR Wiring
Dimensions:
Cable Diameter:

19 x 60mm (approx.)
8-12mm (typical)

Pinout for balanced audio:
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3

Screen/Ground
Hot (+ve)
Cold (-ve)

D-Type Multipin Wiring

25-wayDimensions:
Cable Diameter:
Screwlock thread:

55 x 15mm (approx.)
8mm (typical)
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GPIO
GP Outputs
All output switch closures are via DIL relay.
DO NOT use these outputs to directly switch capacitive or reactive loads; always use a separate
external relay with suitable contact rating.
DIL Relay Ratings:• 100V DC, 125V AC• 100mA max.
GP Inputs
Inputs are triggered by applying an AC or DC voltage of between 4V and 24V. The current drawn isapproximately 10mA. Minimum input pulse duration 50mS.

GP Inputs / Outputs
Connector Type:25-way D-type male

Pin

Description

Notes:

Input
Input
Input
Input
Input
Input
Input
Input

See input requirements above

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13

14
15
16
17

1A
1B
2A
2B
3A
3B
4A
4B

18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25

+12V Output
ChassisOutput1A
Output1B
Output2A
Output2B
Output3A
Output3B
Output4A
Output4B

0.5A max (both pins), Linked to pin 13
Reference for 12V output
See contact ra ngs above+12V Output

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Appendix C – Performance Speciﬁcations
Mic/Line Inputs
Parameter

Value

Notes

Gain Range+5 to 79 dB

0 dBFS, MDAC continuous gain

Maximum Input Level+28 dBuPad inserted± 0.25 dB

Mic mode, 20 Hz – 20 kHz (@48kHz)-0.5 dBu signal level< -123 dB

Mic mode, 70 dB gain, A-weighted filter,
22 kHz bandwidth.

> 114 dB

Mic mode, 0 dBFS, A-weighted filter,
22 kHz bandwidth.

Input Impedance

1.5 kΩ / 14 kΩ

Mic / Line. Selectable per channel

CMRR> 55 dB (typically> 65 dB)> 80 dB (typically Mic mode, 50 Hz – 20 kHz, 0 dBu> 90 dB)
Mic mode, 1 kHz, 0 dBu

Crosstalk< -85 dB
typically < -95 dB 20 Hz – 20 kHz

Frequency Response
Equivalent Input Noise
Usable Dynamic Range

THD+N

Phantom Power (MicInput)< 0.005 %< 0.0015 %Mic mode, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, -6 dBu, 22 kHz
bandwidth
Mic mode, 1 kHz, -6 dBu, 22 kHz
bandwidth+48 V ±4 V
10 mA

Selectable per channel

Pad (Mic Input)

20 dB

Selectable per channel

Operating Levels+24, +22, +20,
+18, +15 dBu

Sample Rates

48 or 96 kHz

Resolution

24 bitGroup Delay

39 samples

Analogue to Dante module

Measurement Parameters
Sample Rate:
Operating Level:
Mic input termination:
Mic Mode Gain:
Reference frequency:

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Line Outputs
Parameter

Value

Notes

Maximum Output Level+24 dBu600 Ω / 10 kΩ load

Output Impedance< 50 Ω

Frequency Response± 0.2 dB
- 0.5 dB

-0.5 dBFS, 20 Hz – 15 kHz
At 20 kHz> 113 dB

0 dBFS, A-weighted filter, 22 kHz bandwidth
Typically >117 dB.

Usable Dynamic Range
Crosstalk< -90 dB
typically < -100 dB 20 Hz – 20 kHz, 0 dBFS

THD+N

< 0.004 %< 0.004 %20 Hz – 20 kHz, -10 dBFS, 22 kHz bandwidth
1 kHz, 0 dBFS to -20 dBFS, 22 kHz bandwidth> 40 dB

20 Hz – 20 kHz
Typically > 50 dB

Output Symmetry
Operating Levels+24, +22, +20,
+18, +15 dBu

Sample Rates

48 or 96 kHz

Resolution

24 bitGroup Delay

31 samples

Analogue to Dante module

Measurement Parameters
Sample Rate:

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Appendix D – Safety Notices
General Safety1.

Please read and keep this document.

2.

Adhere to all warnings and follow instructions.

3.

This electrical equipment should not be used near water.

4.

Cleaning should only be with dry cloths or products compatible with electrical devices –never when the unit is powered.

5.

Keep the unit free of dust and use in a clean environment.

6.

Do not use near any heat source or in direct sunlight.

7.

Do not use near naked flames.

8.

Do not place heavy objects on the unit.

9.

Only use attachments/accessories recommended by the manufacturer.

10.

Unplug the device during lightning storms or long periods of nonuse.

11.

The unit can only be serviced by qualified personnel – Seek immediate service if:
I.
The unit has been exposed to moistureII.
The unit has been dropped
III.
The unit does not operate normally

12.

Do NOT modify this unit – alterations may affect performance, safety and/or international
compliance standards.

13.

SSL does not accept liability for damage caused by maintenance, repair or modification by
unauthorised personnel.

Installation Notes
1.

When installing this apparatus either fix it into a standard 19” rack or place the apparatus
on a secure level surface.

2.

When this apparatus is rack mounted, fit all rack screws. Rack shelves are recommended
for this apparatus.

3.

Allow a 1U gap above and below this apparatus for cooling.

4.

Do not obstruct any ventilation cut-outs or exhaust fans.

5.

Ensure that no strain is placed on any cables connected to this apparatus. Ensure that all
such cables are not placed where they can be stepped on, pulled or tripped over.

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Power Safety
1.

The unit is not supplied with a mains lead allowing you to use IEC distribution of mains
cables of your choice. Any mains cable used must fulfill the following:
I.
Refer to the ratings label on the rear of the unit and always use suitable mains
cords.
II.
The unit should ALWAYS be earthed with the earth on both the IEC sockets (whenboth are used).
III.
Please use - compliant 60320 C13 TYPE SOCKET. When connecting to supply outlets
ensure that appropriate sized conductors and plugs are used to suit local electricalrequirements.
IV.
Maximum cord length should be 4.5m (15’).
V.
The cord should bear the approval mark of the country in which it is to be used.

2.

The appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, ensure that it is connected to an
unobstructed wall outlet.

3.

The unit is designed for connection to single phase supplies only.

4.

The clear markings regarding redundant power supplies detailed on the unit must betransferred into the installation to ensure both power sources are removed before qualified
personnel service the unit.

GB

The apparatus shall be connected to mains socket outlets with a protective earthing
connection

DEN

Apparatets stikprop skal tilsluttes en stikkontakt med jord, som giver forbindelse til
stikproppens jord

FIN

Laite on liitettävä suojamaadoituskoskettimilla va rustettuumpistorasiaan

NOR

Apparatet må tikoples jordet stikkontakt

SWE

Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag

ATTENTION! This equipment must be Earthed. Refer to manual for installation
instructions.
CAUTION! Disconnect all power sources before removing any panel(s). No
user-serviceable parts inside – to be serviced only by qualified personnel.
WARNING! Un-Earthed metal parts may be present inside enclosure. Check forhazardous voltages before touching.
For protection against risk of fire – replace only with same type / rating of fuse. Do
not expose to rain or moisture.

For EUThe stagebox is CE compliant and fully conforms with the current protection requirementsof the European community council directives on EMC and LVD. Note that any cables
supplied with SSL equipment may be fitted with ferrite rings at each end. This is to comply
with the current regulations and these ferrites should not be removed. Any modifications
to this equipment may adversely affect the CE compliance of this product.

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SB i16 and SB 8.8 User Guide

20/12/2018

SB i16 and SB 8.8 User Guide (Rev 1.1) - Google Docs

Contents

Environmental Declaration
The symbol shown here, which is on the product or its packaging, indicates that thisproduct must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, it is the user’s responsibility todispose of their waste using a designated collection point for recycling of waste electricaland electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment
at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it isrecycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more
information about where you can dispose of your waste equipment for recycling, please contact yourlocal city office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product.

RoHS Notice
Solid State Logic has conformed and this product has conformed to European Union’s Directive
2011/65/EU on Restrictions of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) as well as the following sections ofCalifornia law which refer to RoHS, namely sections 25214.10, 25214.10.2, and 58012, Health and
Safety Code; Section 42475.2, Public Resources Code.

For USATo the User:
1. Do not modify this unit! This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions
contained in the installation manual, meets FCC requirements.
2. Important: This product satisfies FCC regulations when high quality shielded cables are used
to connect with other equipment. Failure to use high quality shielded cables or to follow the
installation instructions may cause magnetic interference with appliances such as radios andtelevisions and will void your FCC authorisation to use this product in the USA.
3. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in acommercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct
the interference at his own expense.

Electromagnetic Compatibility
EN55103-1:2009, EN55103-2:2009 Environments E1, E2, E3 and E4
Typical average initial in-rush current: 1.2 A, 5 sec in-rush current: 0.8 A
The audio input/output and network ports are screened-cable ports and any connections to themshould be made using braid-screened cable and metal connector shells in order to provide a low
impedance connection between the cable screen and the stagebox. All network connections should
be of Cat5e standard or above.

Environmental
Temperature
Vibration
Shock

Operating: +5 to 40 deg. C
Operating: < 0.2 G (5–200 Hz)
Operating: < 3 G (11 ms max.)

Storage:-20 to 50 deg. C
Non-operating: < 0.4 G (5–200 Hz)
Non-operating: < 10 G (11 ms max.)

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