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NAC-100 Network Audio Controller User Manual
NAC-100-BK
NAC-100-WH
TD-000270-00 rev.A
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The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous” voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to humans. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in this manual. SAFEGUARDS Electrical energy ca
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Introduction Congratulations and thank you for your purchase of this professional network audio controller. To get the most from your investment, we recommend you review all the information provided in this User Manual. The NAC-100 is a network audio controller allowing the system designer to create custom, graphical user interfaces using QSControl.net™ Venue Manager version 3.1 (or higher) systems. Bridging the gap between simple switch closure or potentiometer controls on one hand an
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NAC Features • Easily create intuitive user interfaces from within QSControl.net™ Venue Manager software. • Capable of displaying custom bitmapped graphics • 16-bit, 3.5 inch (8.9 cm), backlit graphics display • Five navigation / push buttons and rotary encoder • Simple, single-wire connection using PoE (Power Over Ethernet) Unpacking There are no special unpacking precautions. However, it is recommended to keep the original packing material for reuse in the rare event that service
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Mounting The rear panel of the unit includes holes conforming to the hole patterns of numerous domestic and international electrical boxes. Actual Size ESD Warning - Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage equipment and impair electrical circuitry. It occurs when electronic components are improperly handled and can result in complete or intermittent failures. - Always follow ESD-prevention procedures whe
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Computer Requirements & Software Installation Installing QSControl.net is relatively simple. All that is necessary is to choose the folder where the program is to be stored (the default setting is acceptable for most applications). It is recommended the system meet the following minimum requirements: 1- IBM PC compatible computer with a Pentium 4 processor. 2- Processor speed of 1.4 GHz (2 GHz or faster recommended for systems with 30 or more BASIS units). 3- 512 megabytes of RAM (1
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Utility Navigation Map During normal use the LCD navigation map will be defined by the user’s design created using QSControl.net. However, the UTILITY SELECT MENU has a fixed navigation map. To enter the UTILITY SELECT MENU, press and hold the Rotary Button, then simultaneously press the Blue Button. The user will be prompted for the Admin/Utility Password. (The default password is qsc.) Turn the Rotary to select individual letters in the password. Press the Rotary Wheel Butto
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Utility Select Menu Descriptions TOP MENU UTILITY SELECT MENU Network Setup Use this sub menu to configure the NAC-100 on the network. Security Access Use this sub menu to disable/re-enable Control Password restrictions. LCD Contrast Adjust Use this sub menu to adjust the contrast of the NAC-100 LCD screen. Basis Connection Status Use this sub menu to check the status of any Basis unit controlled by the NAC-100. System Information Use this sub menu to read the system informa
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Passwords There are two passwords on the NAC-100, one for Utility Select Menu, and one for Control Items. The Admin/Utility Password allows access to the Utility Select Menu. (Change password in QSControl.net by clicking the Admin/Utility Password button on the edit screen for the NAC-100.) The Control Password limits access to specified Control Items during normal use. (Change password in QSControl.net by clicking the Control Password button on the edit screen for the NAC-100.)
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Networking Diagrams Illustrated below are several typical installations utilizing the NAC-100. Figure 1: Multiple NAC-100s powered via IEEE 802.3af compliant switch ports. Each NAC-100 can manage multiple BASIS products or they can be configured to manage specific BASIS units. The example shows a flat network (no VLANs) with management via the QSControl.net suite of applications.
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NAC-100 QSControl.net NAC-100 products are powered directly from network switch via IEEE 802.3af compliant PoE ports. 10/100 Mbps Standard Ports IEEE 802.3af Non-powered Powered Ports Ethernet Switch QSControl VLAN CobraNet VLAN BASIS Processors Figure 2: Multiple NAC-100s powered via IEEE 802.3af compliant switch ports. The example shows a network using a managed switch with separate virtual local area networks (VLANs) configured for the CobraNet and QSControl networks. The NAC-100s
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Figure 3: Single NAC-100 powered via IEEE 802.3af compliant ILP (power injection source). The ILP combines power and data onto a single CAT-5e cable to supply an IEEE 802.3af compliant interface for the NAC-100. Note the use of an unmanaged and non powered (non PoE) switch.
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Figure 4: Single NAC-100 powered via IEEE 802.3af compliant ILP (power injection source). The example shows the NAC-100 as the sole source for system management (no computer is required).
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NAC-100 QSControl.net DC ADAP ILP NAC-100 product is powered from an IEEE 802.3af compliant in- line power (ILP) source. The ILP combines DC power and data onto a single CAT-5e cable, which is connected to the NAC-100. Figure 5: Single NAC-100 powered via IEEE 802.3af compliant ILP (power injection source). The NAC-100 is connected directly to a PC that hosts Venue Manager. This type of connection scheme is useful for off-line (off network) configuration of the NAC-100. N
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NAC-100 DC ADAP ILP NAC-100 product is powered from an IEEE 802.3af compliant in- line power (ILP) source. The ILP combines DC power and data onto a single CAT-5e cable, which is connected to the NAC-100. BASIS Processor Figure 6: Single NAC-100 powered via IEEE 802.3af compliant ILP (power injection source). The NAC-100 is connected directly to a BASIS product. This type of connection scheme is useful for managing very small systems with an NAC-100 when networked audio transport (C
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Getting Started This section outlines one of the simpler methods of getting familiar with NAC-100 and the QSControl.net Venue Manager software. The goal of this procedure is to get your computer and the NAC-100 connected and communicating and the Venue Manager software installed and running. After the software is installed and running, refer to the Venue Manager’s help file for all software related operation/issues. Note: The default password for the NAC-100 is “qsc” (no quotes, lower case
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17- If the NAC-100 does not show in the Inventory, check the cable connections, verify IP addresses are set correctly, verify Subnet masks are set correctly, and verify PoE is properly applied to the NAC-100. 18- Double-Click on the NAC-100 in the Inventory. A view of applicable options will open. 19- Click on Help to access the software’s Help system. All software operation is covered in the on-line help file. Operation of the NAC-100 is accomplished with the included QSControl.net
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Resetting the NAC-100 Resetting the NAC-100 should only be performed as a last resort. To reset the NAC-100, cycle the power. -Remove the cover of NAC-100 to access the RJ45 jack, located on the circuit board of the NAC-100. -Unplug the Ethernet cable from the RJ45 jack. (Screen will turn off.) -Reconnect the Ethernet cable to the RJ45 jack. (NAC-100 will reboot.) -Immediately, press and hold the Rotary Wheel Button and the Blue Button until the NAC-100 has rebooted. The NAC-1
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Specifications Preliminary Specifications: Display 3.5”(8.9cm); backlit, 16-bit color LCD; 320 x 240 pixels: CSTN Controls 5 x push buttons, 1 x rotary encoder Software Compatibility Requires QSControl.net Venue Manager version 3.1 or higher Dimensions (HWD) 5.2”(13.2 cm) x 5”(12.7 cm) x 1.6” (4 cm) Power Requirements Compliant with IEEE 802.3af-2003, works with any PoE compliant switch or PoE injector Power consumption, 3 W, Class 1 Device Construction ABS with UV protecti
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How to Contact QSC Audio Products Mailing address: QSC Audio Products, Inc. 1675 Mac Arthur Boulevard Costa Mesa, CA 92626-1468 USA Telephone Numbers: Main Number (714) 754-6175 Sales & Marketing (714) 957-7100 or toll free (USA only) (800) 854-4079 Customer Service (714) 957-7150 or toll free (USA only) (800) 772-2834 Facsimile Number: Sales & Marketing FAX (714) 754-6174 Customer Service FAX (714) 754-6173 World Wide Web: www.qscaudio.com E-mail:
