Audio Authority 1800 Bedienungsanleitung
User Manual
Model 1800
Soundbar Demonstrator
with Lighting Sync
2
Introduction
The Audio Authority®1800 Soundbar Demonstrator adds CEC volume control to interactive soundbar displays and LED
lighting control to synchronize LEDs with product selections. Demonstrate three soundbars using digital (optical) audio,
with an option for rear speakers connected to the amplied outputs of the 1800. Control via RS-232 using any
compatible device, such as a Brightsign® Model XD1033 media player.
Features
• Digital audio switching for three soundbars
• Volume control via CEC (HDMI connection)
• Synchronize lighting with soundbar selections (lights not included)
• RS-232 control port (RS-232 adapter cables are available from Audio Authority)
• 6 watt analog audio amplier for rear speakers
Package Contents
Before installing this product, please check the packaging and make
certain the following items are contained in the shipping carton:
• 1800 Soundbar Demonstrator
• 12V 3A DC power adapter
POWER
INPUT
CEC CONTROL
SOUNDBAR 1
ANALOG
GAIN
SWITCH
POWER
BUS
FIRMWARE
UPDATE
CEC CONTROL
SOUNDBAR 2
CEC CONTROL
SOUNDBAR 3
SPEAKER
OUTPUT
LEFT
RS-232
CONTROL
DIGITAL
AUDIO
INPUT
1 2 3
DIGITAL
AUDIO
OUTPUTS
ANALOG
AUDIO
INPUT
LED
OUTPUTS
1 2 3
SPEAKER
OUTPUT
RIGHT
EXAMPLE OF A CUSTOM OVERLAY TOUCH PANEL (TS04 AND
SERIAL TO SYSTEM BUS ADAPTER SOLD SEPERATELY) AND
LED LIT SHELF.
HDMI CABLE
HDMI CABLE
HDMI CABLE
COMPATIBLE WITH BRIGHTSIGN
MEDIA PLAYERS
POWER
LED
3
CEC Control
The CEC Control Out 1-3 ports pass manufacturer CEC commands such as
Volume Up and Volume Down over HDMI cables to up to three soundbars.
CEC commands may not be compatible with all soundbar brands; refer to
soundbar manufacturers for correct commands, and test before deployment.
RS-232 Control
The RS-232 Control port connects via modular RS-232 to any compatible device.
RX is located on pin 3, TX on pin 6, and GND on pin 7. Use an Audio Authority
serial to System Bus adapter to connect devices such as a TS04 touch panel
for control.
12V DC Power
Connect 12V power adapter to Power Input. The power Bus Out may be used to
power more Audio Authority compatible devices within the power supply’s capacity
by using an 801-077 power extension cable. The Power LED is visible from the
side view.
Analog Audio
In an application with passive rear speakers, do the following:
• Speaker Outputs - Connect speaker wiring to speaker terminal blocks securely
observing proper polarity.
• Analog Audio Input (xed) - Connect a 3.5mm stereo cable to the Analog Audio
Input jack.
• Analog Gain Switch - The gain can be set to Low (1.5W), Med (3W), or High
(6W), to match the rear speaker volume with soundbar at max volume.
Digital Audio Input / Soundbar Outputs 1-3
Connect an optical cable from the audio source to the Digital Audio Input of the
1800. Connect an optical cable from each Digital Audio Output to the corresponding
soundbar’s optical input.
LEDs
Connect LEDs (not provided) to the corresponding output ports on the Model 1800.
Observe correct polarity when connecting to LED strips or bars (see specications
table below).
LED Output driven by power supply: 1 amp maximum.
LEDs Bar or Strip Length Typical mA Draw
30 11.8 in 210 - 565*
60 23.6 in 355 - 955*
POWER
BUS
POWER
INPUT
RS-232 CONTROL
ANALOG INPUT ANALOG GAIN SWITCH
SPEAKER RIGHT SPEAKER LEFT
+–+–
CEC
OUT 3
CEC
OUT 2
CEC
OUT 1
DIGITAL
OUT 1
DIGITAL
INPUT
DIGITAL
OUT 2
DIGITAL
OUT 3
LED 1LED 2LED 3
+–+–+–
*Variance
depends on
wavelength and
LED intensity.
POWER
LED
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800-322-8346 • 859-233-4599 • Fax: 859-233-4510
www.audioauthority.com • support@audioauthority.com
752-729
Rev. 20170920
RS-232 Commands
The RS-232 ports pass communications through to other serial devices at a 9600 Baud rate. Serial commands
are shown in table below. All commands are capitalized, and must be terminated by a carriage return to trigger an
action. RS-232 adapter cables are available from Audio Authority, PN 801-373 (3.5mm to RJ-45) and PN 801-249
(RJ-45 to DB9).
Example String: Query the volume setting for sound bar position 2.
A2\r
VQ\r
COMMAND RESULT
A1 LED 1 Output on, switch CEC control and SPDIF output to position 1*.
A2 LED 2 Output on, switch CEC control and SPDIF output to position 2*.
A3 LED 3 Output on, switch CEC control and SPDIF output to position 3*.
CA1 Activate CEC on position 1 only (keep awake/status checks)*.
CA2 Activate CEC on position 2 only (keep awake/status checks)*.
CA3 Activate CEC on position 3 only (keep awake/status checks)*.
M0 or M1 Turn 3.5mm Audio Input off or Input on
LO1 or LF1 Activate or deactivate LED Light output 1
LO2 or LF2 Activate or deactivate LED Light output 2
LO3 or LF3 Activate or deactivate LED Light output 3
CAO1 or CAF1 Activate or deactivate CEC on position 1
CAO2 or CAF2 Activate or deactivate CEC on position 2
CAO3 or CAF3 Activate or deactivate CEC on position 3
AO1 or AF1 Activate or deactivate SPDIF output 1
AO2 or AF2 Activate or deactivate SPDIF output 2
AO3 or AF3 Activate or deactivate SPDIF output 3
TO Deactivate all LEDs, disable all CEC, and all SPDIF outputs.
VQ Query the volume level of the selected soundbar.
*Only one soundbar position may be active at a time.
The CEC commands follow the structure ‘CEC’ + <CEC command>+’\r’.
Example String: Send a volume up command to position 1 sound bar, using CEC command 05:44:41.
A1\r
CEC05:44:41\r
Note: CEC commands may not be compatible with all soundbar brands; refer to soundbar manufacturers for correct
commands, and test before deployment.
Installation
• Attach the 1800 to a at surface with the screws provided.
• Connect RS-232 cable from the 1800 to the control device or touch panel.
• Connect HDMI cables from the 1800 to soundbars for CEC control.
• Connect a digital audio source to the 1800 (also connect analog audio if rear speakers are present).
• Connect digital audio output cables from the 1800 to audio soundbar optical inputs.
• Connect LED (and speaker) wires to terminals securely.
• Connect the 12V power adapter to AC power, then to the 1800 power port.
• Call Audio Authority with questions that are not addressed in this manual.
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