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Document Revision History
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Revision 1.3

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Table of Contents
Introduction

4

Overview

4

Key Features

4

SB 32.24 Front Panel5

SB 32.24 Rear Panel5

SB 16.12 Front Panel5

SB 16.12 Rear Panel

5

Status LEDs

6

Channel LEDs

6

Status and Reset

6

Device Reset

7

Brooklyn Reset

7

Hardware Connections:

8

Appendix A – General Specifications
Ventilation

22
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Appendix B - Connector Pin OutsXLR Wiring

23
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Appendix C –Performance Specifications

24

Mic/Line Inputs

24Line Outputs

25

Digital Inputs

26

Digital Outputs

26

Appendix D – Safety Notices

27

General Safety

27

Installation Notes

27

Power Safety28

For EU

28

Environmental Declaration

29

RoHS Notice29

Mains Power Connections

8

Audio Inputs and Outputs

8Dante Connections

8

Dante Connection Examples

9

SSL Network I/O Controller

11

For USA

29

Installing Network I/O Controller

11Electromagnetic Compatibility

29

Network Configuration - PC

11

Environmental

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Network Configuration - Device

11

The GUI

12

Network View

12

Inputs/Outputs

13

Inputs13

Focus Window

13

Outputs

14

AES I/O

14

Setup

15

Operation at Different Sample Rates

15

Ownership

16

Stagebox and Input Ownership

16

Individual Input Ownership

17

Gain Compensation

18

Compensated Ports

18

Calibration Point

19

Recalibrate Indication

19

Dante Controller

20

Network Config

20

Device Info

20

Linking/Unlinking Networks A and B

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Introduction
Overview
SB 32.24 is a 5U, 40-input and 24-output Dante stagebox featuring 32 SuperAnalogue™ mic/line
inputs, 4 AES/EBU inputs, 16 analogue line outputs and 4 AES/EBU outputs.

SB 16.12 is a 3U, 20-input and 12-output Dante stagebox featuring 16 SuperAnalogue™ mic/line
inputs, 2 AES/EBU inputs, 8 analogue line outputs and 2 AES/EBU outputs.

Both SB 32.24 and SB 16.12 can be controlled remotely from SSL Live and System T consoles aswell as from SSL’s Network I/O Controller app for PC.
SB 32.24 and SB 16.12 are suitable for all studio and stage applications of any scale. Featuring
redundant power, redundant ruggedized etherCON Network connections plus two user-specifiable
SFP ports which provide network extension or support a second independent Dante network. All
analogue and AES audio connectors are XLR-3 type.

Key Features
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Interface between studio/stage/recording-area and IP audio networks using Dante and AES67
SSL SuperAnalogue studio grade preamps
Gain-compensated Dante Split available on the same or separate (B) network
Device and parameter ownership assignment to avoid control conflicts
Redundant PSUs and Dante network connections
Redundant network extension/network B SFP ports
Clear front panel indication – signal present, phantom power, channel attention on analogue
inputsFront facing XLR connections

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Status LEDs
A series of LEDs towards the right hand side of the front panel indicate statuses as follows.

Channel LEDs

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

Brooklyn Reset
Resetting the Dante Brooklyn card to default settings is performed from Dante Controller. Under theDevice 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
Each stagebox includes 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.

Audio Inputs and Outputs

Electronically balanced mic/line inputs, line outputs, AES/EBU inputs and outputs on latching XLR-3
connectors.
See Appendix B for pinout information.

Dante Connections

The SB 32.24 and SB 16.12 have two sets of redundant network connections. These can be
configured in two different modes:
In the first mode, the A and B networks are linked internally (A+B Network Link LED is on). In thismode both Network A and Network B are identical and output both the gain-dependant andgain-compensated audio. Dante devices can subscribe to either one.
In the second mode, the A and B networks are discrete (A+B Network Link LED is off) and isolated
from each other. In this mode Network A transmits uncompensated audio (and receives audio for the
analogue outputs, AES outputs and also control data) and Network B transmits the compensatedaudio only. Both Dante networks (Network A and Network B) must be synchronised to the same
clock source.
Configuration of the network link is detailed within the Dante Controller section of this guide.

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Dante Connection Examples
Gain-Dependant Source and Gain-Compensated Splits Available to Master Console
In this mode, both the gain-dependant and thegain-compensated splits are available to themaster console. Stagebox outputs areavailable to the master console.

Gain-Dependant Source and Gain-Compensated Splits Available to Both Consoles(No SFPs Fitted - External Switch Connected)
In this mode both the gain-dependant and thegain-compensated splits are available to bothconsoles (no SFPs are fitted - an external
switch is connected). Input ownership andstagebox outputs are available to either
console.

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Gain-Dependant Source and Gain-Compensated Splits Available to Both Consoles(SFPs Fitted)
In this mode both the gain-dependant and thegain-compensated splits are available to bothconsoles (SFPs are fitted). Input ownershipand stagebox outputs are available to either
console.

Gain-Dependant Source Available to Master Console, Gain-Compensated Split Available to
Secondary Console
In this mode only the gain-dependant split isavailable to the master console. Only thegain-compensated split is available to thesecondary console. Input ownership andstagebox outputs are only available to themaster console.
N.B. Both Dante networks (Network A andNetwork B) must be synchronised to the same
clock source.

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SSL Network I/O Controller
Installing Network I/O Controller
When an SB 32.24 or SB 16.12 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 five sections:

Network View

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Inputs/Outputs

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

Inputs

Focus Window

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Outputs

AES I/O

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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.

Operation at Diﬀerent Sample Rates
All analogue and AES inputs are available simultaneously for an SB 16.12 running at any available
sample rate, or an SB 32.24 running at 44.1 or 48 kHz.
An SB 32.24 running at 88.2 or 96 kHz has a maximum of 32 inputs available. The last 8 inputs caneither be analogue or AES. This is user-definable on a pair by pair basis directly from System T or
Live console software, or using Network I/O Controller as shown in the AES I/O section of this guide.
Dante Tx Channel Number
44.1/48 kHz
Analogue in 1-24

Dante Tx Channel Number
88.2/96 kHz

1-24

Analogue in 25-32

25-32

AES in 1-8

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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 gainPhantom power
Mic/line switching
Pad
Input muteCompensated output recalibration

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 32.24 or SB 16.12 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.

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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 undesired 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 visibility of main and compensated channels for an SB
32.24 or SB 16.12 will depend on the network A and B link state, as detailed in Dante Connection
Examples.

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.
If networks A and B are linked then the compensated channels can be found as separate devices in
Dante Controller, under the Transmit tab of the Routing Matrix or Device View.
If networks A and B are unlinked then either the main or compensated ports will be shown,
dependant on which is connected.

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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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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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Linking/Unlinking Networks A and B
The SB 32.24 and SB 16.12 can be configured to have both the gain-dependant andgain-compensated audio available on the same network, or to have them assigned to two separate(A/B) networks. Dante Controller is used to link/unlink the A/B networks.
Open the Device View window from the Device menu, or double-click the device name within anyof the tabs in the main Dante Controller window. Click on the main (not compensated) device’sname and select the Network Config tab. From the Switch Configuration drop-down selectNetwork A+B Linked or Network A+B Unlinked. If the networks are unlinked only thegain-compensated splits will be available from network B and only the gain-dependant audio fromnetwork A. If the networks are linked, both gain-compensated and gain dependant splits areavailable from both network A and B connectors.

N.B. If the unit is being used in Network A+B Linked mode both devices (main and compensated)must have their IP addresses in the same subnets as each other. Note that both primaries must bein the same subnet, which is a different subnet to that used for both secondaries. If this is notcorrectly configured a warning will be shown in Dante Controller.

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Appendix A – General Speciﬁcations
Parameter

SB 32.24

SB 16.12

Notes

Depth

456 mm (18")
494 mm (19.5")456 mm (18")
494 mm (19.5")(excluding handles)(incl. handles)

Height

220 mm (8.7")

133 mm (5.2”)

5 RU / 3 RU

Width

431 mm (17")
483 mm (19")

431 mm (17")
483 mm (19")

Unit width ex. rack ears
Including rack ears
N.B. Rack ears not removable

Weight14 kg

10.8 kg

Boxed Size

620 x 620 x 400 mm(24.4 x 24.4 x 15.7”)620 x 620 x 290 mm(24.4 x 24.4 x 11.4”)

Boxed Weight

16 kg

13 kg

Power

100-240 V
3.0 – 1.5 A
170 W max.

100-240 V
3.0 – 1.5 A<170 W

Acoustic Noise

NR 25

NR 23

OperatingTemperature+5°C to 40°C

+5°C to 40°C

Storage
Temperature-20°C to 50°C

-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 is within 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)

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Appendix C – Performance Speciﬁcations
Mic/Line Inputs
Parameter

Value

Notes

Gain Range+26 to +70 dB-4 to +30 dB-4 to +40 dB

Mic mode, 0 dBFS, 0.1 dB gain step size
Line mode, 0 dBFS, 0.1 dB gain step size
Mic mode with pad engaged

Maximum Input Level+27.5 dBu

30 dB Pad inserted

Frequency Response± 0.2 dB

Mic mode, 20 Hz – 20 kHz (@48kHz)
Typically ± 0.1 dB

Equivalent Input Noise< -123 dB

Mic mode, 70 dB gain, A-weighted filter,
22 kHz bandwidth.
Typically -124 dB

Usable Dynamic Range> 115 dB

Mic mode, 0 dBFS, A-weighted filter,
22 kHz bandwidth.
Typically 116 dB.

Input Impedance

2.3 kΩ / 10 kΩ

Mic / Line. Selectable per channel

CMRR> 70 dB> 90 dB

Mic mode, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, 0 dBu
Mic mode, 1 kHz, 0 dBu

Crosstalk< -75 dB
< -90 dB

20 Hz – 20 kHz
1 kHz< 0.01 %Mic mode, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, -1 dBFS,
22 kHz bandwidth.

THD+N
Phantom Power (MicInput)+48 V ±4 V
10 mA

Selectable per channel

Pad (Mic Input)

30 dB

Selectable per channel

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

Sample Rates

44.1, 48, 88.2
or 96 kHz

Resolution

24 bitGroup Delay

19 samples

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

Analogue to Dante module

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Line Outputs
Parameter

Value

Notes

Maximum Output Level+24 dBu600 Ω / 10 kΩ load

Output Impedance< 50 Ω

Frequency Response± 0.3 dB

-1 dBFS, 20 Hz – 20 kHz

Usable Dynamic Range> 116 dB

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

Crosstalk< -90 dB
< -105 dB

20 Hz – 20 kHz, 0 dBFS
1 kHz, 0 dBFS

THD+N

< 0.01 %20 Hz – 20 kHz, -1 dBFS. 22 kHz
bandwidth
Typically < 0.004%

Output Symmetry> 40 dB

20 Hz – 20 kHz
Typically > 50 dB

Sample Rates

44.1, 48, 88.2
or 96 kHz

Resolution

24 bitGroup Delay

11 samples

Dante module to analogue

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Digital Inputs
Parameter

Value

Notes

Input Impedance

110 ΩTransformer coupled

Sample Rates

44.1, 48, 88.2
or 96 kHz176 kHz or 192 kHz with sample rate
converters enabled

Sample Rate converters

Yes

Selectable per AES channel pair

Resolution

24 bitDigital Outputs
Parameter

Value

Notes

Output Impedance

110 ΩTransformer coupled

Sample Rates

44.1, 48, 88.2
or 96 kHz

Resolution

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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 mains inlets are designed for connection to a single phase AC supply however each
inlet can safely be connected to a separate phase of a three phase mains supply.
Warning: if connected to separate phases up to 400V potential phase to phase may bepresent.

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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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. Typical peak in-rush current: 5.2 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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