Arrakis Systems ARC-15 Manual

ARC-15R A D I O C O N S O L E P R O D U C T STechnical ManualARRAKISadvancedr adioBroadcast ConsolefamilyJanuary 20, 20151.0PhonePgmAudCueTalk toCalle

P R O D U C T D E S C R I P TI O N2.21-5 Mic channelsFor normal on air talentor a Host and Guest talkformat. Channel one fea-tures a ‘Talk’ button tot

P R O D U C T D E S C R I P TI O N2.4The ARC-15 console is designed specifically for On air broadcast, Internet radio, andPodcast applications. The 1-

P R O D U C T D E S C R I P TI O N2.5Software FeaturesIncluded with an ARC series console (with a USB channel) is a free copy of DHD-Live. This softwa

P R O D U C T D E S C R I P TI O N2.6Back panel for ARC-15RJ45 balancedaudio connectorsNote: all XLR inputs and outputs feature multi-turn trimpot lev

SPECIFICATIONSStereo Line InputFreq Response- +(-).5dB 20-20kHzS/N- -82dB typ, +8dBu in, +8 dBu outTHD- .01% typ, +8dBu in, +8 dBu outCMRR- -75dB typ

P R O D U C T D E S C R I P TI O NPhysical specifications2.8Depth - 15",Height - 6"Width- 33"Arrakis Systems inc.LogicRS232DC PowerCueC

O P E R A T I N G I N S TR U C TI O N SOPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS3.0

O P E R A T I N G I N S TR U C TI O N SThe ARC-15 console is designed to be very easy to use. The two sets of VU meters follow the Program and Auditio

O P E R A T I N G I N S TR U C TI O N SChannels one is a dedicated mono microphone channel for the console operator.CHANNEL ON AND OFFTo turn a channe

O P E R A T I N G I N S TR U C TI O N SChannels one is a dedicated mono microphone channel for the console operator. Channels 2-5 are selectable tobe

Thank you for purchasing this product by Arrakis Systems inc. Our company has provided professional audioequipment to the broadcast, commercial audio,

O P E R A T I N G I N S TR U C TI O N SStereo Line Level Input ChannelsOn the ARC-15, channels 6-13 are stereo line level channels. Channel 2-5 are in

O P E R A T I N G I N S TR U C TI O N SThe Telephone Input Channel (channel 15)The ARC-15 supports a single phone caller for Live On Air or Off-line (

O P E R A T I N G I N S TR U C TI O N SThe Control Room Monitor systemThe Control Room Monitor system is the main audio monitoring system for the stud

O P E R A T I N G I N S TR U C TI O N SThe Headphone systemHEADPHONELEVELCONTROLMONITOR SELECTOR SWITCHThe Headphone (earphone) system in the ARC-15 c

O P E R A T I N G I N S TR U C TI O N SThe Cue systemThe cue system is designed for monitoring an audio source without placing it on air. This feature

O P E R A T I N G I N S TR U C TI O N SThe VU metersThe ARC-15 console features a set of vue meters for both of the console mixing buses (Pgm and Aud)

I N S TA L L A TI O N I N S TR U C TI O N SINSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS4.0

I N S TA L L A TI O N I N S TR U C TI O N SUnpackinga) PACKING SLIPS- do you have everything?Check the Packing Slips that come with the shipment to be

I N S TA L L A TI O N I N S TR U C TI O N SBefore you starta) PHYSICAL SPACEIt is important to install the console with sufficient space around it to

I N S TA L L A TI O N I N S TR U C TI O N SGetting started... a MUST Read !a) CONSUMER SOURCE EQUIPMENTThe ARC-15 console is designed to be used with

16. A Product and Cart Combination should bemoved with care. Quick stops, excessive force,and uneven surfaces may cause the product andthe cart combin

I N S TA L L A TI O N I N S TR U C TI O N SStep by Step Instructionsa) STEP 1- POWER SUPPLY INSTALLATIONThe console power supply should be plugged int

I N S TA L L A TI O N I N S TR U C TI O N SMonitor amp & SpeakersSTEP 4- MONITOR SPEAKER CONNECTIONThe console has a low level monitor audio outpu

I N S TA L L A TI O N I N S TR U C TI O N SMicrophonesSTEP 5- CONNECT A MIC TO THE CONSOLEUsing a mic to XLR cable, connect a mic to the Mic 1 input o

I N S TA L L A TI O N I N S TR U C TI O N SProgram OutputSTEP 6- CONSOLE PROGRAM OUTPUTThe console has both balanced and unbalanced Program bus output

I N S TA L L A TI O N I N S TR U C TI O N SRecord OutputSTEP 7- CONSOLE RECORD OUTPUTThe console AUDITION output (AUD) is usually the bus that is used

I N S TA L L A TI O N I N S TR U C TI O N STelephone hybridsSTEP 8- CONNECT A TELEPHONE HYBRID1) CONSOLE PHONE INPUT- A telephone hybrid has an audio

I N S TA L L A TI O N I N S TR U C TI O N STalkback to another StudioSTEP 9- TALKBACKThe Talkback feature is designed so that a console can easily com

I N S TA L L A TI O N I N S TR U C TI O N SExternal Monitor InputSTEP 10- OFF AIR MONITORINGThe Monitor Selector Switch has an External Input position

I N S TA L L A TI O N I N S TR U C TI O N SThe On Air LightSTEP 11- CONNECT AN ON AIR LIGHTThe console has a logic output for triggering an external O

I N S TA L L A TI O N I N S TR U C TI O N SFactory built CablesThe factory has a number of factory builtcables available for purchase. These cablesint

RISK OFELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPENWARNING—This equipment generates, uses and canradiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used inaccordance w

I N S TA L L A TI O N I N S TR U C TI O N SConsole LogicIMPORTANT- improper connection to console logic can damage the console.4.14The DB-15 connector

I N S TA L L A TI O N I N S TR U C TI O N SConsole LogicIMPORTANT- improper connection to console logic can damage the console.+12V22.1k2N3904+12VONOF

I N S TA L L A TI O N I N S TR U C TI O N S4.16Balanced InputsInput channels with balanced audio using RJ45 connectors as illustrated below. Pins 5,7,

I N S TA L L A TI O N I N S TR U C TI O N SPC SetupThe ARC-15 console features a built in sound card on Channel Fourteen of the console. This enables

I N S TA L L A TI O N I N S TR U C TI O N SARC-16SW 16 in X 3 out Remote Selector for the ARC-15Adding more Inputs to the ARC-15 ConsoleFor applicatio

I N S TA L L A TI O N I N S TR U C TI O N SARC-16SW SoftwareFEATURESClient/Server network control from ANY studioManual Pushbutton control of 16 input

I N S TA L L A TI O N I N S TR U C TI O N SARC-16SW 16 in X 3 out Remote Selector for the ARC-154.20Broadcast Docking Station IIILGC IN3SAT LGC3CUECH

I N S TA L L A TI O N I N S TR U C TI O N SBasic CalibrationThe console has trim pot level adjustment for several inputs and outputs.WARNINGThe consol

DHD-LIVE FORTHE ARC CONSOLE5.0

5.1Getting StartedIncluded with an ARC series console (with a USB channel) is a free copy of DHD-Live. This software is the ultimate live assist tool

W A R R A N T YARRAKISadvancedr adioWarrantyThis console carries a manufacturer‘s warranty subject to the following guidelines and limitations:A) Exce

5.2Connecting the PC to the ConsoleTo fully interface the console and the PC, three cables must be connected between the two pieces of equipment.(1) U

SERVICE & MAINTENANCEINSTRUCTIONSS E R V I C E & M A I N T E N A N C E6.0

S E R V I C E & M A I N T E N A N C EGeneral Repair ConsiderationsWARNINGThe console should be repaired by qualified, professional, & experien

S E R V I C E & M A I N T E N A N C EOpening the ConsoleWARNINGThe console should be repaired by qualified, professional, & experienced, audio

S E R V I C E & M A I N T E N A N C EReplacing Slide Faders, Switches, and other partsSlide faders and switches are soldered onto the PC board and

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S E R V I C E & M A I N T E N A N C EReplacing ICsICs must be replaced with care. Most ICs in the console are socketed so that they can be replace

S E R V I C E & M A I N T E N A N C EElectronic Block Diagram6.6FADERPGMSWAUDSWTALKSWPGMAUDTALKONLogicLogicLogicFADERPGMSWAUDSWCUESWPGMAUDCUEONLog

S E R V I C E & M A I N T E N A N C E+12Vled-12Vled-5Vled+5VledMic4 amp(SSM2019)Mic 5 amp(SSM2019)Mic4InMic5In48VphntmpowerCH 8InCH9InCH10InCH11In

S E R V I C E & M A I N T E N A N C EParts Layout(5 ch Expansion bd)6.8Mic 1 amp(SSM2019)Mic 2 amp(SSM2019)Mic 1InMic 2InCH 2InCH 3InCH 4InCH 5InC

Software End User License AgreementThis product contains software licensed from Arrakis Systems inc. and possibly from other software companies. Own-e

S E R V I C E & M A I N T E N A N C EFactory ServiceTechnical QuestionsArrakis Systems maintains a staff of friendly broadcast engineers, design e

S E R V I C E & M A I N T E N A N C EFactory Service (continued)Warranty Replacement of PartsTo have a part replaced under warranty, you must:1) P

BLUETOOTHB L U E T O O T H7.0

B L U E T O O T H7.1Congratulations on your purchase of an ARCseries console. One possible feature with yourconsole is the Bluetooth channel. This sec

HOW TO CONNECT TO AN ANDROID DEVICEHere‘s an example using an Android cell phone with the Jellybean OS:1. Go to Settings.2. Turn on the Bluetooth feat

B L U E T O O T H7.3HOW TO CONNECT TO A WINDOWS 8.1 DEVICEUnder Windows 8.1 , the Bluetooth option has been moved to a new section:Press the Windows k

B L U E T O O T H7.4HOW TO CONNECT AND USE A CELL PHONEThe Bluetooth feature of the ARC series console allows you connectyour cell phone to the ARC se

B L U E T O O T H7.5HOW TO STREAM AUDIOThe Bluetooth feature for the ARC series console allows youto play music or audio from a Bluetooth enabled devi

B L U E T O O T H7.6RENAME A BLUETOOTH ARC CONSOLE ON YOUR DEVICEIf you have multiple Bluetooth ARC consoles, then it may be necessary to rename the A

B L U E T O O T H7.7QUICK REFERENCE GUIDEHOW TO PAIR YOUR DEVICE1. Press and hold the green Call button for 5 seconds to put into Pair mode. You have

W A R R A N T YARRAKISadvancedr adioTable of Contents1.6Section One IntroductionSection Two Product DescriptionSection Three Operation InstructionsSec

B L U E T O O T H7.8TROUBLESHOOTING & TIPSTROUBLE PAIRING A DEVICEIf you are having trouble pairing a device. Try these steps:1. Power down, and t

P R O D U C T D E S C R I P TI O NPRODUCTDESCRIPTION2.0

ARC-15Advanced Radio Console familyP R O D U C T D E S C R I P TI O NProduct Description2.1The ARC-15 is a general purpose console that meets the need