Operation manual NLB 60E NomadLink Bridge and Network Controller Rev. 2.10 Item no.
1 CONTENTS 1 CONTENTS..................................................................................................................................................2 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS......................................................................4 2.1 Explanation of graphical symbols.........................................................................................................4 2.2 Important Safety Instructions..................................................
CONTENTS 1 9.3.2 Homepage and Overview........................................................................................................20 9.3.3 Mute Subnet............................................................................................................................20 9.3.4 NLB 60E info...........................................................................................................................20 9.3.5 Configuration............................................................
2 IMPORTANT SAFETY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 Explanation of graphical symbols The lightning symbol within a triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of un-insulated “dangerous voltage” within the amplifier’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to humans. The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to alert the user to presence of important operating and service instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
IMPORTANT SAFETY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 2 • See table below: Voltage Line plug according to standard 110-125 V UL817 and CSA C22.2 no 42. 220-230 V CEE 7 page VII, SR section 107-2-D1/IEC 83 page C4. 240 V • • • • • BS 1363 of 1984. Specification for 13A fused plugs and switched and unswitched socket outlets This equipment should be installed near the socket outlet and disconnection of the device should be easily accessible.
3 WELCOME Thank you for choosing the Lab.gruppen NLB 60E NomadLink Bridge and Network Controller. We are confident that it will provide reliable service and exceptional operating flexibility as the keystone component in your NomadLink amplifier control network. Lab.gruppen’s proprietary NomadLink network allows easy setup and control of Lab.gruppen C Series and FP+ power amplifiers.
INSTALLATION 4 4.1 Unpacking Carefully open the shipping carton and check for any noticeable damage. Every Lab.gruppen product is tested and inspected before leaving the factory and should arrive in perfect condition. If found to be damaged, notify the shipping company immediately. Only the consignee may institute a claim with the carrier for damage incurred during shipping. Be sure to save the carton and packing materials for the carrier’s inspection.
5 PANEL OVERVIEWS 5.1 Front-panel overview LED indicators: Front UI locked, Fault Mute Subnet 2x16 display White on blue Navigation keys: SELEC T, ADJUST/SET, EXIT/ESC, ENTER/OK NomadLink Subnet Power ON/OFF NomadLink and Ethernet activity LEDs RJ45 Ethernet connector 5.
CONNECTIONS TO AMPLIFIERS (NOMADLINK) 6 6.1 Introduction Connecting the NLB 60E to Lab.gruppen amplifiers in a NomadLink network is a simple and straightforward procedure. All connections are made with standard (“straight”) Ethernet-type cables equipped with RJ45 connectors. Cable grade should be Cat5 or better. Once connected, the NomadLink network allows direct access and monitoring of up to 60 remotely located Lab.gruppen amplifiers per NLB 60E.
6 CONNECTIONS TO AMPLIFIERS (NOMADLINK) 6.4 NomadLink Wiring Notes 6.6 GPI Connections All NomadLink ports on the NLB 60E, as well as ports on many NomadLink-equipped Lab.gruppen amplifiers, are equipped with Neutrik EtherCon “XLR” type connector housings. Connections may be made with standard RJ45 connectors, or with the more robust EtherCon connectors. The EtherCon housings offer greater mechanical security and protection from accidental damage.
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7 CONNECTION TO PC FOR DEVICECONTROL 7.1 Introduction and network requirements More detailed information on connecting to a PC is available in the DeviceControl Users Manual. This manual is available for download at www.labgruppen.com under “Support” and “Product Documentation.” 7.1.1 Introduction and network requirements The connection between the NLB 60E and the host PC running DeviceControl editing software is accomplished via standard Ethernet.
CONNECTION TO PC FOR DEVICECONTROL 7 7.2.2 TCP/IP address of the PC The following instructions on establishing a PC connection to the NLB 60E may apply differently depending on the version of the Windows Operating System you are running. However, the IP parameters stated will apply regardless of the Windows version (no Mac OS X version available). Except when using a DHCP server to automatically obtain an IP address, you must manually set the appropriate IP and Subnet Mask number.
7 CONNECTION TO PC FOR DEVICECONTROL 5. Click on OK. To verify that your settings are correct, select and review the Support page. The PC is now ready to connect to the NLB 60E when the DeviceControl application is started. 7.3 DeviceControl Software After the PC is connected to one or more NLB 60E units in a valid Ethernet (TCP/IP) configuration, you may launch the DeviceControl application.
ESTABLISHING A SECURE CONNECTION 8 8.1 Secure Connection NLB 60E bridge(s) in the NomadLink networkcan connect to one computer at a time running DeviceControl software. However, if the preferred or authorized computer is not currently connected, any computer with DeviceControl installed may access the NomadLink network as long as secure connection functionality is inactive.
8 ESTABLISHING A SECURE CONNECTION 8. Press “OK” in the Settings dialog. Secure Connection is now enabled in the additional NLB 60E’s. You can verify that a secure connection has been enabled by checking the NLB 60E information log via the front panel menu and display. 8.1.4 Disabling secure connections Use this procedure if you no longer wish to have a secure connection to the NomadLink network. Figure 8.2 8. Fill in “New Password” and “Confirm Password” with the same password set in step 4.
ESTABLISHING A SECURE CONNECTION 8 8.1.5 Resetting passwords Use the procedure below if you do not remember your password and need to reset it. Resetting the password in the NLB 60E Repeat these steps for all NLB 60E’s in the system: 1. Press the Select key on the NLB 60E front panel until “Configuration” appears on the display. Press “OK”. 2. Press Select until “Security” appears. Press “OK”. 3. Press on Adjust/Set until “Reset Password?” appears. Press “OK” to confirm. 4.
9 OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION 9.1 Introduction The following section provides comprehensive information on operation of the NLB 60E, including configuration of various network functions. Please read this section thoroughly to become familiar with the NLB 60E’s features and functionality. 9.2 Front-panel details 9.2.1 Navigation and display Use the six keys to the right of the 2x16 character LCD screen to navigate through the menu views of the NLB 60E. The views are organized as a treestructure.
OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION 9 FAULT indicates that one or more devices (amplifiers) on the NomadLink network have sensed a fault condition. You may scroll through the Subnet faults to see which unit is faulty, or connect the DeviceControl application to access complete information on all connected devices. 9.2.4 Network LEDs and Ethernet connection MUTE indicates that the entire subnet of detected amplifiers is in Mute state.
9 OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION 9.3 Display navigation and features in detail 9.3.1 Introduction The NLB 60E’s features are accessed, monitored, and adjusted using the 2x16 character display and associated keypad. The display views are organized as a tree. The top level comprises the following “headlines.” Pressing the SELECT UP/DOWN keys moves through the headlines. Pressing the ENTER/OK button in any headline display will access a sub-display.
OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION 9 The Subnet Number info page displays the individual identification number assigned to this particular NLB 60E as shown in the DeviceControl application. The Serial Number, MAC address and Firmware version displays are provided for convenient review, and to aid in technical support and troubleshooting. The Serial Number is also displayed by a sticker on the rear-panel of the NLB 60E. The MAC address is the unique network identifier that is used for Ethernet communication.
9 OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION Closed Loop detection also will be displayed in a separate window following the device info displays: If the configuration is set to detect a loop network on the NomadLink side, and a loop is not present, this will be reported as a fault. The Fault LED on the front-panel of the NLB 60E will illuminate. The Subnet Current display refers to the phantom power on the NomadLink network. It can show as either “OK” or “Too High”. The NLB 60E supplies the phantom power to the subnet.
OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION 9 9.3.5.1 NomadLink network settings The DeviceControl application identifies a particular NLB 60E via the allocated Subnet number. This is displayed in the control views. The Subnet number is shown in the NLB 60E “Homepage” display. The Subnet number must be unique if more than one NLB 60E is connected on the same TCP/IP network. Press OK to edit, then use ADJUST | SET UP/DOWN to select a value. Press OK to confirm the new selection. selection.
9 OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION have taken effect, check the “Bridge Info” pages. Gateway setting is currently redundant. No modifications are needed regardless of application. 9.3.5.4 General Purpose Input (GPI) settings When you have made your selection, press OK. The following display allows the opposite action to be set (e.g. from high to low): High Low Unmute Ok When you have made your selection, press OK.
OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION 9 9.3.5.5 Power Sequence delay setting ment of a secure connection between the NLB 60E and a host PC running DeviceControl software. This procedure is detailed in Section 8. 9.3.6 Subnet Info Lab.gruppen amplifiers produce very low inrush current at power up. However, when including a large number of amplifiers in a system, it may be necessary to introduce a delay between each amplifier’s power-up command. The NLB 60E provides three delay lengths: default (minimum) 0.25 s, 0.
9 OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION Entering “Device type” provides a list of all device model types: Subnet Faults 110 Enter The Subnet Faults display shows the total number of faults found in the Subnet as a number in the lower left corner. Press ENTER to display a list of the various faults.
OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION 9 If the Subnet contains cables that are too long or are faulty, or if too many devices are connected, this can cause excessive current draw and place the NLB 60E in protection mode. You can fix the problem by checking cables or removing devices. Note: All amplifiers on the subnet will continue to function in their current state should the NLB 60E enter protection mode. See Appendix for cable length and number of devices on NomadLink network recommendations. to detect.
10 APPENDIX ture The following schematics provide a full overview of all displays to be found on NLB 60E. This provides an overview of how the tree structure is organized for the various features. The headlines (Level 1) are displayed at the right, followed by sub-views with subsequent displays for level 2, 3 and 4.
APPENDIX 10 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Gateway 0.0.0.0 Ok GPI1 Mute/Unmute Ok Level 4 Low High GPI2 Mute/Unmute High Low Ok Close Open Ok Close Open Ok Ok Open Close GPI3 Mute/Unmute Ok Ok Ok Open Close Ok Power Sequence Delay:0,25 sec. Lock UI PIN Ok Display Contrast 5 Security Enter Secure conn. Enabled Ok Secure conn.
10 APPENDIX Level 1 Level 2 Level 1 Level 3 Device: 1:1 Type: C 48:4 Level 2 Subnet 1 Com.errors XX% Device: 1:1 Ser#: 122222221 Device: 1:1 FW ver. 1.00 Open loop NLB60E/14:1 Open loop 14:1/17:2 Device: 1:60 Ser#: 122222222 Open loop 14:2/NLB-60E Device: 1:60 FW ver. 1.02 Device: 1.3 Can't power ON Device: 1.5 Can't power OFF Device: 1:1 Type: C 48:4 Device:1:53 Internal fault Subnet faults 7 Device: 1:1 Ser#: 122222221 Device: 1:60 Ser#: 122222222 Device: 1:1 FW ver. 1.
APPENDIX 10 10.2 Firmware upgrade 10.3 Recovery via boot-loader mode 10.2.1 Overview Lab.gruppen will issue firmware upgrades for the NLB 60E at intervals as warranted for improved reliability and performance. Firmware upgrades are accomplished using Ethernet communication. Instructions below apply to version 2.x. Check instructions sent with the latest firmware upgrade for any changes to this procedure. 1. 10.2.2 Firmware update procedure 1. Copy the supplied .exe, .dll and .
10 APPENDIX 10.4 FAQ Following are answers to some of the most common questions asked about Lab.gruppen’s NLB 60E and the NomadLink network. 2. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) in the new window and click on the Properties button. 3. Select “Use the following IP address” and type the IP address that is shown on the NLB 60E display except for the last three digits that have to be unique. Q: The NLB 60E reports fewer amplifiers than I have in the system.
NLB 60E TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 11 Network connectors Nomadlink Out Nomadlink In Ethernet rear-panel Ethernet front-panel EtherCon housed RJ45 EtherCon housed RJ45 EtherCon housed RJ45 Standard RJ45 General Purpose Input (GPI) 1x Voltage sensing input (10V is trick level) 2x contact closure input Two-pole Phoenix Two-pole Phoenix Front-panel Indicators Front operation locked (Yellow); Fault warning (Red); Subnet muted (Red); NomadLink network connected/activity (Blue); Ethernet connected (Orange); Eth
12 WARRANTY Limited General Warranty For the applicable warranty terms and conditions This product is manufactured by Lab.gruppen, and it additional information regarding MUSIC is warranted to be free from any defects Group’s Limited Warranty, please see complete caused by components or factory workmanship, details online at music-group.com/warranty. under normal use and service, for a period of six (6) years from date of purchase from an authorized Lab.gruppen dealer.
