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Software

Welcome to the software downloads hub of the Airence, your one-stop destination for all the essential tools to keep your Airence performing at its best.

Whether you're setting up a new Airence or simply staying up to date, we've made it easy to find and download the latest versions of all available software you can use.

Windows
Metering software - v1.9.1
The metering soffware offers a comprehensive solution for monitoring your audio. It provides real-time visual feedback of master and cue levels, microphone status and fader positions.
Metering serial port driver
To ensure full compatibility and accurate data communication between your Airence meters and your computer, the serial port driver must be downloaded and installed.

This driver enables real-time monitoring, data logging, and reliable performance.
Firmware software - v4.11.0
The Firmware ensures your console operates with the latest features and optimizing performance and stability. With this software you can keep your system running smoothly with the latest functionalities, bug fixes and improvements.
Apple MAC OS-X
Metering software - v1.9
The metering soffware offers a comprehensive solution for monitoring your audio. It provides real-time visual feedback of master and cue levels, microphone status and fader positions.

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More software

Looking to get more out of your device?

In this section, you'll find a collection of compatible software that enhances functionality.

Webstation virtual keyboard mapper

The virtual keyboard mapper software provides an innovative solution for controlling your broadcast setup using your computer's keyboard. This powerful tool allows you to assign specific functions, such as triggering audio clips or switching outputs, to individual keys or key combinations on your keyboard.

D&R VoIP connection button

The VoIP connection button software simplifies communication by allowing you to quickly establish VoIP connections directly from your Airence. With a single button press, you can connect to remote broadcast locations, guest interviews or external contributors.

Webstation StationPlaylist plugin

The StationPlaylist plugin software seamlessly integrates your Airence with StationPlaylist, providing an intuitive and efficient solution for managing and automating your playlist and broadcast content. This plugin allows you to control and schedule audio, including jingles, tyracks and ads directly from your Airence.

USB Deview

With USB Deview you can view detailed information about each connected USB device, including its status, drivers and connection history. It also provides the ability to disconnect or disable devices with just a few clicks, making it easy to resolve any USB-related issues quickly and efficiently.

Airence SDK

Play-out software that works with Airence

The D&R Airence is fully compatible with a wide range of industry-leading playout software, providing you with unmatched flexibility and control over your broadcast content. Here you can find all the download links and more information about all packages.

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Manuals

Looking for guidance on how to use your Airence? You’ve come to the right place!

In this section, you’ll find all kinds of manuals to help you get started, troubleshoot, and make the most of the Airence. Whether you're setting up for the first time or looking for advanced tips, everything you need is just a click away.

Quick start manual

Just received your Airence and wondering what’s next? Our Quick Start Manual is your go-to guide to get up and running in no time. With simple steps, clear visuals, and helpful tips, you’ll be ready to use your product within minutes.

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Control module manual

Learn how to configure and use the integrated control section of the Airence mixer, featuring 24 programmable switches, USB channel triggers, and support for software control via HID protocol or Virtual Keyboard Mapper.

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StationPlaylist plugin manual

Curious how your Airence works with StationPlaylist playout software?

This integration manual shows you exactly how to set it up and get the most out of both systems.

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Studiosignaling Sonifex

Besoin d'une assistance plus complète ? Notre guide d'utilisation contient tout ce dont vous avez besoin : des instructions détaillées aux explications des fonctionnalités, en passant par des conseils de dépannage utiles.

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User manual (English)

Need more in-depth support? The user manual of the Airence has you covered. From detailed instructions to feature explanations and troubleshooting tips, it’s your trusted companion for getting the most out of your Airence.

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Wireless Phone Channel manual

Discover how to integrate phone calls and wireless audio into your Airence-USB console using the WPC Hybrid module. Includes pairing, call handling, music playback, talkback and cue functionality, all controlled from the mixer.

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Extender remote jack functions

It's possible to connect our Studio Remote unit to the Extender of the Airence. In this short manual you can find the option to connect the unit to be able to use it during your broadcast.

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User manual (French)

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Meters 2xPC manual

Learn how to set up and use the Airence Meter software to monitor PROG, SUB, and CRM levels with DIN-scale PPM meters. Includes setup for single-PC and multi-PC configurations using LAN-based server/client communication.

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How to connect with MIKA arm

Here you can find a short and easy manual how to connect your MIKA microphone arm on your Airence unit.

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Airence brochure

Want a quick overview of what the Airence has to offer?

Our brochure gives you all the key features, specs, and highlights at a glance. Perfect for comparing options or getting to know the mixer before diving deeper.

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Airence diagram

Here you can download the block diagram of the Airence.

This detailed schematic provides an in-depth view of the mixer’s signal flow and internal structure.

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Airence dimensions

If you like to install your Airence in a piece of furniture, you can find all the information about the dimensions of the unit here.

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Support

Welcome to the support section, your central hub for all product-related help.

Here, you’ll find diagrams, product dimensions as well as instructions on how to send your unit in for service.

Need personal assistance? You can also find details on how to get in touch with our support engineers.

Whatever you need, we're here to help you every step of the way.

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Send for service

Purchase parts

Send your device for service

We’re sorry to hear you’re having trouble with your D&R device, we’re here to help!

To make the repair process as smooth and fast as possible, please follow the steps below.

1. Packing

Make sure your device is clean and packed securely. If you still have the original packaging, please use it.

Otherwise, use a sturdy box and fill the empty spaces with newspaper or foam to prevent damage during shipping.

2. Inform D&R

Always inform our support in front of the transport with the next important information:

Your return address
Contact name
Phone number
Email address
Serial number of the device
Short explanation of the issue(s)

This can be done by filling in the support form on our website.

3. Shipping

We recommend that you always send your device with Track & Trace.

This way, both you and D&R can follow the package and ensure it arrives safely.

Shipping from within Europe:

If you're located in Europe, you can arrange the shipment yourself.

However, if you prefer, D&R can also handle the shipping for you.

Having us handle the process helps avoid delays and extra costs.

Shipping from outside Europe:

If you're outside Europe, we strongly advise that D&R arranges the shipping.

International shipments require specific export documents and must follow different customs regulations.

Having us handle the process helps avoid delays and extra costs.

We’ll arrange the FedEx pick-up and send you a shipping label and invoice by email.

Just print them and attach them clearly on the box.

The FedEx driver will pick up the package at the time and date you choose.

They’ll also take care of all shipping documents.

Please note:
If D&R arranges the pick-up, shipping costs will apply.

These costs vary depending on your location and will be added to your final invoice before your repaired device is returned.

4. Arrival

Once your device arrives at our facility, you will receive a confirmation email with a receipt for your records.

This email will include all important details about the shipment, the device, and its condition upon arrival.

Our technicians will then begin the inspection and service process as soon as possible, so we can return your device to you without unnecessary delay.

Delivery address to send your device to:

D&R Electronica B.V.

Rijnkade 15-b

NL-1382 GS, Weesp, The Netherlands

Attn.: Support department

Repair documents

Need to repair or replace / include some boards inside your device?

In this section, you'll find a collection of short manuals how to do.

Exchange a board inside your Airence

This document provides the official technical specification to exchange one or more boards inside the Airence console.

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How to open your Airence

This document provides the official technical specification how to open your Airence console for repair or exchange reasons.

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How to include a RIAA pre-amp inside your Airence Extender

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This document provides the official technical specification how to include a RIAA pre-amp option inside your Airence Extender unit.

Technical documents

Here you can find some internal information about your device.

Airence version sheet

This document provides a complete sheet with all the versions of the Airence, so you can see very clear what have changed inside the unit in the past view years.

Airence partnumbers frontpanel

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This document provides a complete sheet with all the partnumbers of the Airence front panel, so you can see very clear what the article number is that you need to purchase inside our webshop.

FAQ's

Welcome to the FAQ section for the Airence. Here, you’ll find answers to the most common questions we receive about this broadcast mixer.

USB / WPC

POTS / VoIP

In- / outputs

GPO

FAQ's - USB / WPC

What bit and sample rate settings are supported by the soundcards?

My USB channel or other USB hardware isn't recognized, what should I do?

When connecting the USB, I receive a message that the maxmimum services or end points are reached. How can I fix this?

In case one or more USB channels or other hardware isn't recognized by the computer and on the mixing consoles the USB input leds are not lighting.

Important when you use USB audio equipment:

* Be sure that your USB cable is a High speed USB 2.0 cable and has a maximum length of 1,8 meters

(5,9 ft).

* It can help to replace the cable as a good connection is really important with the high bandwidth the

mixer uses.

* Connect your mixing console to a USB port directly at the mainboard of your computer. So no internal

cables are used.

* Do not connect the mixing console trough a USB Hub or a USB Extender.

This way the USB connection has enough bandwidth to use the USB audio codecs and USB hardware for meter software and controls.
Inside the mixing console is a USB Hub that can handle the bandwidth this hardware needs.

I receive messages that the maximum end points or services are reached

For customers that receive a operating system message that the maximum end points or services are reached. In some computers the manufacturers have chosen to use xHCI USB 3.0 ports.
This actually means that they combined the hardware of 2 USB 2.0 ports to reach higher speeds like the USB 3.0.
Combining these ports means that they need to share the amount of end ports that all USB equipment has.

When detecting the connected equipment the Operating System fills it's list of end points for that port until the maximum is reached.
With each Audio Codec needing multiple end points as well as the used hardware for controls and meter software, one mixing console can take all the end ports of a port.

This can be fixed by setting the USB ports to work as non xHCI ports (USB 2.0) in the BIOS configuration of your computer.
Be carefull to only change USB settings! Changing other settings can harm your computer!
D&R is not responsible for changing the wrong settings!
Another option is to use a USB2.0 card that is added to the computers ports.

Windows 10 Update and changed settings

The rollout of Windows 10 updates can also affect the working of your mixing console.
Due to privacy and safety rules Microsoft is changing the way that Windows 10 works with audio equipment.

For example: Windows mutes the Microphone channels to be sure nobody can hack your system and listen to what you are saying.
It can also change levels, disables inputs or set the default settings of audio devices.

When you enter the Sound settings everything seems to be as you set it up before the update.
Unfortunatly the settings are changed in the background and the settings shown aren't changed along.

To fix this change each setting and change them back to the desired setting to make it actual again.

My USB devices are mixed up

Then you can try the following procedure.

* Disconnect your mixer from the PC. (USB Cable)
* Download USB Deview and run it. (you can download USB Deview here)
* Remove all devices with the name “USB AUDIO CODEC” in it with the trashcan.
* Connect your D&R mixer with the standard USB cable.
* Now, wait patiently till Windows will recognize all the USB codes again.
* You should see all the usb audio codecs come up in usb deview again.
* If everything went fine all the four LEDs should be turned on. If not, something went wrong.
* Close USB Deview

Tips and tricks

We also have some other usefull tricks to get your USB device to work.

* Method 1:

Unplug the computer and mixer from the power supply and re plug.
The most recent computers aren't really going off when you shut down, the mainboard of the computer still have some power lines connected for the stand-by situation.
To reset the hardware completely it can help to disconnect the computer and mixer from the power outlet.

* Method 2:

Update the Device driver.
Go to your control panel and then to device manager.
Find the Unknown Device and click on Properties, go to the driver tab and click Update Driver.

* Method 3:

Disconnect all USB devices and restart your computer.
Disconnecting all USB devices and restarting and reconnecting will force the computer to re-detect USB devices.
Connecting on different ports can also force the computer to detect in a different sequence.

* Method 4:

USB Root Hub power management.
In the Device Manager expand Universal Serial Bus Controllers, right click on USB Root Hub and Properties.

Go to the Power Management tab and uncheck Allow the computer to turn of this device to save power checkbox.

This setting has to be done for each root hub, on the computers mainboard are the USB connectors also connected to high speed USB hubs.
These USB hubs each have enough bandwidth to connect a D&R mixer.
Connecting a external Hub will devide the bandwidth over more ports and causing the bandwidth being to low.
Now restart your computer and reconnect the usb device, when the computer recognizes the USB device you can leave this settings as made.
When it still doesn't recognize the USB device reverse this setting for every hub and reboot.

* Method 5:

Update Generic USB hub drivers.
In the Device Manager expand Universal Serial Bus Controllers, right click on USB Root Hub, choose Update Driver Software for each USB hub.
When you downloaded the drivers from the manufacturers website select Browse my computer for driver software. Now browse to the folder where you downloaded the driver and install.

* Method 6:

Uninstall USB Devices.
Be carefull with this option, when your Keyboard and Mouse are also connected by USB you can end up with an computer that can't be controlled.
In the Device Manager right click on each USB device and select Uninstall.
This can also be done with USB deview that is mentioned before.
USB deview will also show the USB devices that are not connected (hidden devices), you can also uninstall these. Rebooting your computer will force to re-detect all the devices.

* Method 7:

An other way to uninstall hidden devices.
To view hidden devices in the Device Manager you'll first have to enter the next commands in the Command Prompt.
set DEVMGR_SHOW_DETAILS=1
set DEVMGR_SHOW_NONPRESENT_DEVICES=1
start devmgmt.msc
When the Device Manager is started click View and Show hidden devices.
Expand Imaging Devices, Universal Serial Bus Controlles and Unknown Devices.
You can now Uninstall the greyed out devices.

* Method 8:

How to disable USB selective suspend.
If you're having connectivity issues with USB peripherals on Windows 10, use these steps to disable the USB selective suspend feature.

Important: It's only recommended that you change this particular setting when you're experiencing problems with a USB device. Otherwise, you should leave the option enabled.

- Open Control Panel.
- Click on Hardware and Sound.
- Click on Power Options.
- Under “Preferred plan,” click the Change plan settings link for the plan you're currently using.

(If you change the settings on the power plan that isn't active, this won't work.)

- Click the Change advanced power settings link.

- Expand USB settings.
- Expand USB selective suspend setting.
- Select Disabled from the drop-down menu.

- Click Apply.
- Click OK.

If you're changing the settings on a laptop or tablet, you'll see two options:

On Battery and Plugged in, so make sure to change those settings accordingly.

Once you complete these steps, Windows 10 will no longer power off USB devices connected to your computer, which can fix any problem you may have as a result of this feature.

* Method 9:

Disable and Enable USB ports in the bios.
Restart your computer and enter it's BIOS, how to do this can be find in the manual of your computer.
Be carefull to only change USB settings! Changing other settings can harm your computer!
D&R is not responsible for changing the wrong settings!
Be sure that you have a Keyboard and or Mouse that is connected to a different port then the USB.
Now Disable the USB functionality and reboot your computer to let your Operating System detect the new setting.

When the system is booted restart your computer again and enter it's BIOS.
Now Enable the USB functionality and reboot your computer to let your Operating System detect the new setting.

* Method 10:

Updating the BIOS.

KEEP IN MIND TO ONLY DO A BIOS UPDATE WHEN YOU KNOW THE RISK!
A FAILED BIOS UPDATE BY FOR EXAMPLE A POWER FAILURE CAN CAUSE THE COMPUTER TO NOT OPERATE!

In some situations a BIOS update can solve USB issues, these issues will be known by the manufacturers of your computer or mainboard.
Before doing an BIOS update get informed about if there are issues with your system and the possible fixes.

My Airmate is still with the previous USB configuration and they both receive the Program bus. Can they also receive the Auxilary send? How can I fix this?

This modification is standard for Version 10 with serial number 191001xx-USB v.10 which means produced 2019-10-01 or later.

For latest models with SMD components (Version 4 or later)

Place both Jumpers on the PCB's edge positions of the Jumper header.
Solder 2 wires to this position of the Jumper headers.

These pins are already connected on the PCB, for strength we suggest to solder it to both pins.
Black has to be connected to Left and Green has to be connected to Right!

Connect the 2 Pin female connector to this male pcb connector or solder the wires to these pins.
Black has to be connected to Left and Green has to be connected to Right!

For older models with leaded components (Version 3 or earlier)

Place jumpers in this position.

Solder 2 wires to this position of the Jumper headers.
These pins are already connected on the PCB, for strength we suggest to solder it to both pins.
Black has to be connected to Left and Green has to be connected to Right!

Connect the 2 Pin female connector to this male pcb connector or solder the wires to these pins.
Black has to be connected to Left and Green has to be connected to Right!

How to change USB sample rate.

You can change the bitrate in the tab Advanced in Windows, see below:

Some extra tips:

If you open the tab "recording", please check if the Airmate is labeled as Line or Microphone.

In case you have an older Airmate there might be a CODEC built in that is not recognized by Windows7 as a line input and set to Mix input.

If this is the case the signals are way too loud to be handled by Windows.

A new Codec needs to be installed so windows recognizes these codec's as line inputs.

You can check the chips in your Airmate in the following way.

Go to "device control" and select at the Audio card USB AUDFIO CODEC its specifications.

In the hardware-ID a "C" needs to be seen, if this is not the case you have an older (not windows 7 compatible chip built in).

What are the USB cable length limitations?

USB cable length limitations for USB 2 and 3 (Both can be used for D&R mixers)

With the popularity of USB (it powers everything from our external hard drives to the charging of our mobile phones), we are constantly amassing USB cables. USB 1.0/1.1 has been almost entirely supplanted by USB 2.0. Since USB 3.0 / USB 3.1 has yet to become as ubiquitous as 2.0 that means that most people have several 2.0 cables lying around.

The mistake that most individuals make is when they take a 10 foot cord that came with a device and then purchase a 10 foot extension to make a cable that is 20 feet in total length.

This kind of setup will not work and requires the use of a special type of USB cable known as an active or repeater cable. But before we get to active cables or hubs, how long can a USB cable be?

Maximum length of USB 2.0 cable:

The 2.0 specification limits the length of a cable between USB 2.0 devices (Full Speed or Hi-Speed) to 5 meters (or about 16 feet and 5 inches). In other words, you cannot just connect a bunch of extension cables together (like taking a 6 foot cord and extending it with 4 other 6 foot extension cords) and run them 30 feet to another room. However, you can connect a 6 foot cable with a 10 foot extension cable for a total of 16 feet, which is below the maximum cable length for USB 2.0.

Maximum length of USB 3.0 / USB 3.1 cable:

The 3.0/3.1 specification does not specify a maximum cable length between USB 3.0/3.1 devices (SuperSpeed or SuperSpeed+), but there is a recommended length of 3 meters (or about 9 feet and 10 inches). However, the biggest limitation to the length of the cable is the quality of the cable.

Results may vary, but with a high quality cable you should be able to go beyond 3 meters. However, to ensure you achieve the best results possible, use an active cable when going more than 10 feet (3 meters).

What is a WPC module?

How do I pair my phone with the WPC module?

Can I use the Talkback feature with the WPC module?

Can I use the WPC module with external equipment like a red light indicator?

FAQ's - POTS / VoIP

What are the Telephone Hybrid and VoIP channel options and what can I connect to them?

How can I connect a (GSM) Hybrid to my VoIP channel?

How to use the VoIP channel in my mixer?

Introduction

The VoIP channel is actually a USB sound card with the advantage of having a Mix minus 1 (N-1) and Clean feed output.
The Mix minus 1 prevents the caller from hearing his self by sending back the Mix minus itself (1).

The Clean feed output does the same by sending out the Mix minus itself for the Line input at that channel. This can be used to connect an external Hybrid like the Hybrid 1, 2 or GSM Hybrid.

Our VoIP channel are based on the CM119 USB sound card.
As all the VoIP channels work the same way I will call them VoIP channel in the instructions.

The VoIP channel can be found (blue at the picture) at channel 7 and/or 8.

How can I configure the VoIP channel with a VoIP application?

To use the VoIP channel you'll need a VoIP application on your computer and you need to setup the application to use the VoIP channels “Microphone” input and “Loudspeaker” output.

Download Microsoft Teams or another VoIP application and install it on your PC.

When you connect the USB cable from your Voip channel to your PC, your operating system will see for example the “Airmate VoIP” audio codec and install it as a “Microphone” and “Loudspeaker”.

Since most VoIP applications need a “Microphone” input to use for the incomming sound we used the CM119 chip.

Go to the settings of your VoIP application and configure the commmunication Microphone and Headphone as the VoIP channel source instead of the default Microphone and loudspeaker of the PC.

More information about how to configure your application can find the manual of the VoIP application.

If this is done your VoIP software recognizes the Voip channel as a headset and will work with all it's audio features.

It is possible to answer and make outgoing calls by opperating the computer but we also added a connect button and signalling feature.

Using the VoIP connect button

To use the connect button you'll need the D&R VoIP connect application which can be found on the product support and software website.

Download and install this application here.

When installed the application starts as a “Service” can be found at the taskbar.

When you right click on the icon and press Settings it will open the configuration of the D&R VoIP connect application.

Select the model of the Mixing console that you are using.

This application works like a virtual keyboard mapper for most VoIP applications.

So when you can “Answer” a call of your VoIP application with a keyboard command combination and you can “Hang up” a call of your Voip application with a (different) keyboard command combination, you can configure these keyboard command combinations in the D&R VoIP connect application.

Simple translate the keyboard command combinations to the ones in the pulldown setting boxes.

The connect LED setting works for the LED at the Connect switch and for the “Start” jack or “GPO” that is configured as Ring signalling.

When set to “Internal state” both will toggle between “Off” and “On with each press of the Connect button.

Now you are able to Answer and hangup a call with the Connect button.

Control the Connect LED when application fires a command prompt command

To control the connect LED on the voip channel you’ll have to select “Remote Controlled UDP

(Phoner app)” can fire a command with your VoIP software.

“Voip Connect” -s incoming
“Voip Connect” -s connected
“Voip Connect” -s disconnected

or

c:\Program Files (x86)\D&R Voip Connect\Voip Connect.exe -s incoming
c:\Program Files (x86)\D&R Voip Connect\Voip Connect.exe -s connected
c:\Program Files (x86)\D&R Voip Connect\Voip Connect.exe -s disconnected

These instructions can be added in a batch file which can be started in a hidden situation.

The VoIP led of the button can be set to internal state of the switch, or controlled by the VoIP application (UDP).
Right mouseclick on the blue voipconnect icon that you can find in your hidden icons right under your screen to change settings.

Airmate N-1 and RC balance adjustments on location.

ALIGNMENT OF N-1 (MixMinus) NOTE:

This alignment has already taken place at the factory, however if you later on replace the Airmate Telco module you need to follow the next steps for a correct alignment of the N-1 signal.

1. Power down the Airmate and open the bottom side.

2. On the bottom side of the Telco you’ll find the two trim pots VR1 R and VR2 L.

3. Activate the 'LINE IN' switch on the Telco module.

4. Connect an audio source to the LINE IN connector of the Telco first Left only, easiest is a 1kHz 0dB

tone from a signal generator. If you don’t have a signal generator you can also generate a 1kHz sine

wave with Audacity on you’re PC connected to the Cinch LINE IN connector.

Be sure that it is +4dBu at the program output.

5. Power up the Airmate.

6. Move the fader to the top position. Set Telco send potentiometer to Maximum. Press the ON switch.

Press the Line in switch.

7. Make a Call to the Telco.

8. Turn the L trim potentiometer untill the sine wave is at it’s lowest level heard trough the telephone.

9. Swap the connected cinch from the L cinch to the R cinch and repeat step 8.

10. Then connect both cinches and listen if the level stays at the same level.

When turning the Telco Send to 12 O’Clock the sine wave would be gone at the telephone.

RC balance adjustments on location/in the field.

The Resistor/Condenser is a onetime only adjustment.

Only in those situations where the Telco module will be connected to another telephone line a repeated adjustment could be necessary.

NOTE: The R/C balance trimming can only be performed after you have correctly followed the N-1 alignment procedure as written above. (only necessary if you install new modules)

1. Power down the Airmate.

2. Connect a 0dBu unbalanced sine wave from a signal generator to one of the other modules and

activate the LINE and ON switches, CUE needs to be off!!

If you don’t have a signal generator you can also generate a 1kHz sine wave with Audacity on your

PC connected trough USB. Be sure that you adjust +4dBu at the program output of the mixer.

4. Connect the telephone system to the Telco module’s WALL connector.

5. Connect a Phone appliance to the “TO PHONE” connector.

6. Power up the Airmate.

8. On your Telco module deselect Line In. Set Telco send to 12 O’clock. Set Gain to 12 O’clock.

9. Now make a call to the Telco and take the call by pressing CONN and move the fader up.

10. Now locate the “C ball” rotary switch (close to switch “LINE” and “GAIN” potentiometer).

11. Now measure the Program output with an oscilloscope. Adjust the “R. Bal” trimmer above the “C ball”

rotary switch while moving the Telco modules fader up and down till the sine wave on the

oscilloscope almost doesn't change.

12. It can happen that you'll have to change the “C ball” switch to a different value to get a better result.

When moving the fader up and down a minimal change in level should be observed on the

oscilloscope screen.

Repeat step 11 and 12 until you get the best results. With an oscilloscope and 1kHz sine wave it is

easier to find out if there is a change in the signal level (Sine wave) when listening it can be more

difficult.

How to setup caller communication?

The Airmate has one Clean-Feed output.

At the Clean-Feed output all channels are active except the channel with the Clean-Feed jumper set to OFF.

If you connect two hybrids to one Clean-Feed output and at both hybrid input channels you set the Clean-Feed jumper OFF, the signal from hybrid-one and two will not be at the CleanFeed output.

You can solve this problem by using the Aux-buss.

Explanation:

- Set at all channels the Clean-Feed jumper ON, except at the input-channel with Hybrid-One.

- Set at all channels the Aux-Pot open, except at the input-channel with Hybrid-Two.

- Connect input Hybrid-One at the Clean-Feed output.

- Connect input Hybrid-Two at the Aux-Output.

Now Hybrid-One will hear Hybrid-Two and the other channels via the Clean-Feed, and Hybrid-Two will hear Hybrid-One and the other channel via the Aux-buss.

TB to Hybrid-One via TB-to-Clean-Feed.

TB to Hybrid-Two via TB-to-Aux.

How to setup and record a phone call?

Phone conversation outside the broadcast.

Fixed settings:

- Set all Aux-pots on modules via jumpers pre-fader (position 3-4).

- Turn module aux-pot of Announcer and Telco clockwise until 2 o’clock.

- Turn master Aux-Send clockwise until 2 o’clock.

- Connect recorder to Aux output.

- Push Talk Back to Clean Feed.

When recording conversation during broadcast:

- Announcer/DJ fader closed, module “ON” (Led lights).

- Telco fader (normally module 8) closed, module “ON” (Led lights).

- Turn on Aux Send CUE (now the technician hears what’s being recorded).

- Turn on Ann. Follow Phones (now the Announcer/DJ hears what’s being recorded).

- Turn down the Clean-Feed potentiometer (now the caller does not hear the Broadcast anymore).

- During conversation push the Talk-Back so the caller hears the Announcer/DJ.

Alternative solution with better DJ signal to the caller (without using the internal TB mic):

Use the Aux return as external Clean-Feed input:

- On the back connector panel use a Y cable to connect Aux Send with Aux Return and recorder.

- On PCB AirMate-3, remove R4 and R5 (Aux-return is disconnected from the master).

- Make a new connection between resistors 10k from pcb AirMate-3 R4/R5 to pcb AirMate-4 IC1-pin2

(output driver clean feed).

- In this way the announcer/DJ MIC signal goes directly to the caller, instead of the internal electret mic

signal.

Both solutions always bring the original DJ’s MIC signal into the recording!

The incomming sound (Microphone) of my VoIP channel isn't working, how can I solve this?

FAQ's - In- / outputs

How can I connect my mixer with Insert to a effects unit?

FAQ's - GPO

How can I connect my mixer with a Mika-arm?

How can I connect my mixer with a On-Air light?

I want to connect my Fader start to my CD player, Turntable or other player.

How do I have to connect this?

The fader start is called GPO which stands for General Purpose Output in this explanation!

First you'll need to know what kind of start signal your equipment needs.
This depends on the type and brand of the equipment.
Some equipment offer the option to change this in the setup of the unit.
The manual of your equipment or the supplier/manufacturer can explain what type of start signal is needed.

This can defer from a continous on, a continious off, a short pulse signal to start, a short pulse to start and a second to stop.
The equipment will give a positive or negative voltage on one the connections and possibly a ground.
(Some brands use a brand specific analog/digital signal and this can't be provided by our mixers!)

The other difference can occur in the connections.
Most equipments use a small stereo jack connector or connection cable to connect to their own brand mixer,
With connection options between Tip and Sleeve, Tip and Ring Tip and Sleeve, Ring and Sleeve or a combination for start and stop.

A simple way to test in which way your equipment Starts and/or Stops is to take a metal tweezer or plier and first shortly connect each of the options above.

If you found a connection that starts your equipment and it keeps playing write down this option and test if it stops when the same action is done or find the other connection.
This options are the Pulse start and or stop.

When your equipment hits play for a short moment you'll have to test and connect this option for a longer period. This option will be the Continous start and stop.

Now your information translated to our mixers.
Our mixers provide a Potential free switch contact at their GPO.

Our newer mixers can only provide a contact between the Tip and Ring of the GPO Jack due to the use of an Opto Coupler.

In older mixers the GPO are a Changeover switch with a Make contact between Tip and Ring and a brake contact between Tip and Sleeve.

In most situations a cable has to be soldered with the original lead at your equipments side and a stereo jack at the mixer's side.

Be sure to always use a stereo jack at the mixers side!

How can create a ON-AIR signalling without CRM mute?

Default MIC-ON setting.

Normally an ON-AIR light is controlled by and connected to the MIC-ON jack in the master section of the Airmate. At the same time (when the Self-op switch is active) the Control Room Monitors will be muted.

But if you want to activate the ON-AIR light individually per channel, the channel START switch jack can be used for that, it switches between tip and ring of the jack, but only if you set Jumper J11 to ON and Jumper J16 to continuous.

If you want that to work for the line input set Jumper J10 to ON If you want more channels to control one ON-AIR light, all tips and rings of the same jumpered channels can be soldered in parallel so all these channels when the fader is up and the ON switch active, plus the right jumper settings, will activate the ON-AIR light.

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