Rane ECM 64 Operator's Manual
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Manual-1OPERATORS MANUAL ECM 64CONFERENCE SYSTEMQuick StartThe ECM 64 is a very versatile product with many applications. This section will help you with basic setup, then use theContents below to find the detail you need for your specific application.Although the ECM 64 or ECM 64AD are configured to operate ‘out of the box’, to get the best performance pleasereview this manual for proper configuration and alignment (see page Manual-12). The ECM 64AD includes both the DH 1Digital Hybrid and the ECA 1 Echo Canceller. If you are using the ECM 64 without these options, hardware and softwarereferences to them in this manual will not apply.The ECM 64 is configured using RaneWare® software. To become familiar with the ECM 64 signal routing, you canload and run RaneWare on a PC before connecting the ECM 64. In RaneWare, click on the Device button and selectOffline ECM 64. This creates a virtual product which is fully operational, even saving and recalling system files as if itwere a real unit. Press F1 at any time to get help, then get information about any feature by clicking on it. Here at Rane, wespend a lot of time putting together very informative help files, so please use them — you'll help us feel appreciated!Before connecting any cables to the ECM 64, unplug the RS 3 power supply and turn the amplifier(s) down or off untilall connections are complete. Connect balanced audio INPUTS and OUTPUTS to the handy Euroblock connectors.Connect the RW 232 INPUT jack to a serial (COM) port on a PC-compatible computer using a standard 9-pin RS-232cable (a short one is supplied with the unit, intended to connect between multiple RW 232 units in a rack). The cable oradaptor must not be a null-modem type. If this unit is to be used by itself, set the RW 232 DEVICE ADDRESS switch to‘1’ by setting all switches off (down), except switch one (labeled ‘1’ on the chassis, the right-most switch). If there is morethan one unit, refer to “Setting the Device Address” on page Manual-7 to set a unique number.After all connections are made, connect the RS 3 remote power supply and line cord. CAUTION: don’t connect anythingbut an approved Rane power supply. If the RS 3 and the ECM 64 are getting power, the yellow POWER indicator lights.Start your computer running Windows®, and launch RaneWare. Select System Setup from the System menu. Besure to select the COM port which is physically connected to the ECM 64 and RS-232 under Connection, and click OK.Now, choose Select from the Device menu. Click on Poll, and Devices Found displays the number of units. Click theStop button. Select the unit listed in the Device Selection window and click OK. If no unit was found, refer to the“Troubleshooting” section on page Manual-13.Several clues indicate communication between the computer and the ECM 64. The yellow COM (communications)indicator should flash periodically. The Memory numbers (1-16) near the top of the RaneWare screen should be blackrather than gray.Most echo problems are caused by improper microphone placement and gain. To achieve good acoustic echo cancellerperformance, setup is critical. Follow the “Alignment Procedure” on page Manual-12.Table of ContentsHardwareECM 64 – Front Panel Description ............... 2ECM 64 – Rear Panel Description ................. 3Typical ECM 64AD Installation ...................... 4Site Survey ........................................................... 6ECM Connection ................................................ 6Memory Recall Port ........................................... 7Software Operation .............................................. 8Overview ............................................................... 8System Requirements ...................................... 8Software Installation ........................................ 8Device Selection ................................................ 9Memory & Security ............................................ 9Saving & Printing ............................................... 9Inputs ................................................................... 10Outputs ............................................................... 10Acoustic Echo Canceller ................................ 10Digital Hybrid .................................................... 11Alignment Procedure ......................................... 12Troubleshooting .................................................. 12ECM 64 Options ................................................... 13Advanced Application ........................................ 14Device Control Language ................................. 16RW 232 Communications Interface ............... 24Example Packet Expansion Code .................. 25Compliance Notices ........................................... 26WEAR PARTS: This product contains no wear parts. |
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