QSC 914LZ - Manuals

5 Introduction - Networking the BASIS 914lz The BASIS 914lz has two RJ-45 network connection ports on the rear panel. One port is labeled "QSControl" and supports standard 10BASE-T Ethernet. The other port is labeled "CobraNet" and supports 100BASE-TX, also known as "Fast Etherne...

11 Unpacking There are no special unpacking precautions. However, it is recommended you keep the original packing material for reuse in the rare event that service be required. If service is required and the original packing material is not available, ensure that the unit is adequately protected for...

12 Computer Requirements & Software Installation Installing QSControl.net is easy. All you need to do is choose the folder where the program is to be stored (the default setting is accept-able for most applications). We recommend your system meet the following minimum requirements: 1- IBM PC com...

13 General Information & Configuration Memories Amplifier Setup The QSC DataPort-equipped amplifiers connected to the BASIS 914lz must have their power switches in the “on” position. For initial testing, use the lowest useful gain setting until the system is operating as expected. After the syst...

14 Connections AC Power Cord Insert the molded receptacle of the AC power cord into the AC power inlet on the back of the BASIS 914lz. Plug the AC line connector into the AC outlet. The power supply will accept from 100 to 240 Volts AC, 47 to 440 Hertz, without any changes. If a different type of IE...

15 RS-232 The RS-232 is an optional utility serial port for accessing advanced features. Connect to an available COM port on your PC and communicate using a terminal control program such as Windows Hyperterminal. Use a normal serial data cable with a DB-9 male plug to connect to the BASIS 914lz. To ...

16 LED Indicators (continued) QSControl and CobraNet Network Status (Port) Indicators- There are two groups of three LEDs on the front and rear panels labeled RX, TX and LINK. One group is for the QSControl.net network port and the other for the CobraNet network port. Their functions are described b...

17 LCD Navigation Map Left side buttons have screen dependent functions. This read-only screen is the “out of the box” default display after power up. This is the most desired infor-mation when first setting up a network system. Once user moves to a different screen, the last screen accessed becomes...

18 Getting Started This section outlines one of the simpler methods of getting familiar with your BASIS and the QSControl.net software. The goal of this procedure is to get your computer and the BASIS connected and communicating and the QSControl.net software installed and running. After the softwar...

19 Getting Started (continued) 17- Select Device , Add Device , from the menu. A new window will open prompting you to name the device. Name it logically, such as BASIS 1, or similar. Select the Device Type and select BASIS 914lz. At the Password prompt, enter “qsc” (lower case, no quotation marks)....

20 Operation QSControl Port The QSControl port operates on a 10BaseT Ethernet network. This port is one of the primary means for connecting QSControl.net to the BASIS. The port may connect directly to a PC's 10BaseT or 10/100 (auto-sensing or auto-negotiating) network interface card using a crossove...

21 Utility/Diagnostic Functions Safe Mode Switch Location of Safe Mode switch: The front panel has a small access hole on the left side, just left of the Power indicator. It is not labeled to help prevent accidental use. The Safe Mode switch can be operated by using a paper-clip (or similar item) in...

23 Utility/Diagnostic Functions (continued) Telnet Access The RS-232 features can also be accessed via Telnet. The Microsoft Telnet application is a Windows program. Consult Windows documentation for Telnet information. Basic procedure for opening a Telnet session: 1 - To open the Telnet session- Cl...

24 Preliminary Specification IN OUT THRU Dynamic Range (AES-17, -60dB Method, all sensitivities) unweighted >112dB >112dB >110dB A weighted >115dB >115dB >113dB Distortion (20Hz-20 KHz, all sensitivities) +4dBu (max.) <0.009% THD+N <0.009% THD+N <0.009% THD+N 2dB below cli...

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