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ISP-100
INTEGRATED SIGNAL
PROCESSOR
Users Manual
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i PROPRIETARY NOTICE The Merlin product information and design disclosed herein were originated by and are the property of Telex Communications, Inc. Telex reserves all patent, proprietary design, manufacturing, reproduction, use and sales rights thereto, and to any article disclosed therein, except to the extent rights are expressly granted to others. PATENT NOTICE This equipment contains and uses a design for which patent applications have been made. Patents Pending. COPYRIGHT NOTICE Copyright
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ii ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY. NEITHER TELEX NOR THE DEALER WHO SELLS MERLIN PRODUCTS IS LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND. CUSTOMER SUPPORT Technical questions should be directed to: Customer Service Department Merlin/Telex 9600 Aldrich Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55420 U.S.A. Telephone: (612) 884-4051 Fax: (612) 884-0043 RETURN SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS Proc
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iii End-User License Agreement for Telex® Software IMPORTANT – Please read this document carefully before using this product. THIS DOCUMENT STATES THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS UPON WHICH TELEX COMMUNICATIONS, INC. (the “COMPANY”) OFFERS TO LICENSE THE INSTALLED SOFTWARE OR PROGRAM (the “SOFTWARE”) FOR USE WITH THE PRODUCT IN WHICH IT WAS INSTALLED. YOU ARE AGREEING TO BECOME BOUND BY THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT, DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT. PROMPTLY RE
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iv Table of Contents INTRODUCTION .................................................................... 1-1 An Overview of the ISP-100 ................................................................................................ 1-1 About this Manual................................................................................................................ 1-2 Customer Support ............................................................................................................... 1
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v Table of Contents LowPass Filter ........................................................................................................... 4-2 HighPass Filter .......................................................................................................... 4-2 AllPass Filter.............................................................................................................. 4-2 LowShelf Filter ................................................................................
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vi Table of Contents INSTALLING VUE-IT........................................................... 5-1 Minimum System Requirements ......................................................................................... 5-1 Identifying a Serial Port ....................................................................................................... 5-1 Loading the Software .......................................................................................................... 5-1 Updating
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vii Table of Contents OpenDevice Status Panel on Error ............................................................................... 7-4 Display QuickMAP Pop-Up names ................................................................................ 7-4 Display Filter Bandwidth in “Q” ...................................................................................... 7-4 System Configurations ....................................................................................................
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viii Table of Contents Polarity Control (+/-) ...................................................................................................... 8-3 Mute Control (M) ........................................................................................................... 8-3 Bypass Control (master)................................................................................................ 8-3 Compressor ..................................................................................
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ix Table of Contents Bypass Control (master).............................................................................................. 8-28 Filter .................................................................................................................................. 8-29 Filter Bands ................................................................................................................. 8-29 LowPass Filters ................................................................
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x Table of Contents Familiar Controls ......................................................................................................... 8-46 Unfamiliar Controls ...................................................................................................... 8-48 Notes on Operation of the Limiter................................................................................ 8-49 Meter .................................................................................................
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1-1 INTRODUCTION An Overview of the ISP-100 Thank you for choosing the ISP-100™ for your signal processing needs. The ISP-100 is the first in a line of high quality signal processing products from TELEX Communications, Inc.’s Merlin division. The ISP-100 represents a continued commitment to understanding and meeting our customers needs through the development of innovative and intuitive solutions. The ISP-100 is designed with flexibility in mind, which results in a powerful tool that allows you
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1-2 closures. This interface allows users to change system settings directly and/or scroll through various settings. About this Manual This manual is covers the installation and operation of the ISP-100’s hardware and software. The ISP-100 has been designed to be as user-friendly as possible. However, this manual should be read before attempting to install or operate the ISP-100. Customer Support Be sure to fill out the customer support registration card included in the software envelope. This w
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2-1 SETUP & INSTALLATION Introduction This section details the setup and installation of the MERLIN ISP-100. Information is provided on the following: front and rear panel features, physical requirements, installation of expansion cards, signal connections for audio, data, and control. Unpacking Save the shipping The shipping carton is specially designed to protect the ISP-100 while carton in case the transporting under normal conditions. It is still possible for damage to ISP-100 needs to be oc
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2-2 Rear Panel Features (see Figure 2-2) Figure 2-2 ISP-100 rear panel features. 1. AC Power—Connects to mains via an IEC type AC power cord. 2. RS-232 Port—Links the PC to the unit via a RJ-45 connector. 3. External Sync—Precision frequency reference input to the unit. 4. GPI—Provides a General Purpose Interface for the user. The user provides inputs to the system via dry or electronic contact closure inputs. These inputs can be used to change system settings directly and/or scroll through vari
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2-3 Card Installation Procedure Figure 2-3 Battery/module tool. Figure 2-4 Card being inserted. 1. Ground yourself using a wrist strap and anti-static mat. CAUTION: 2. Turn off the ISP-100. Failure to observe 3. Remove the screws securing the module slot cover. anti-static handling 4. If you are not replacing an existing card please proceed to step 6. procedures could 5. Use the battery/module removal tool to remove the existing module. result in damage to The battery/module removal tool is atta
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2-4 Cable Diagrams Analog Audio (MIM-1, MIM-2, MOM-1) Using low-cost connectors can save money in the short term, but failures could cost more. Figure 2-6 Analog inputs. Balanced Input from Balanced Output Connect the positive (+) side of the line to pin 2 of the male 3-pin XLR connector and the negative (-) side of the line to pin 3 of the connector. In keeping with standard wiring practices, the shield should not be connected at this end; it should only be connected to pin 1 of the 3-pin femal
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2-5 Balanced Output to Unbalanced Input Connect the “hot” wire to pin 2 of the 3-pin female XLR connector and the shield wire to pin 1 of the connector. To avoid a 6 dB drop in level, connect pin 3 to pin 1 of the connector. See Figure 2-7 for more information. Digital Audio (MDM-1 Cards) Use the white block on the I/O module panels to write a reference number or other designator on by using a permanent marker. Then make Figure 2-8 AES/EBU inputs. identical labels for the cables that plug AES/EB
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2-6 AES/EBU Output Figure 2-10 AES/EBU output. Connect the positive (+) side of the line to pin 2 of the 3-pin female XLR connector and the negative (-) side of the line to pin 3 of the connector. In keeping with standard wiring practices, the shield should be connected at this end; it should not be connected to pin 1 of the male 3-pin XLR connector or ground of the receiving end. The cable used should be 110Ω AES/EBU compliant cable such as MOGAMI 3080. See Figure 2-10 for more information. SPD
