Wavetec Pvt. Ltd.
Spectra Controller
Installation Guide Rev 1.0
Haider Ali
9/4/2020
Document History
Revision
1.0
Date
Comments
April 09, 2020
First Release
Prepared By
Haider Ali
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Contents
Document History ......................................................................................................................................... 2
Contents ........................................................................................................................................................ 3
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 4
Items Included in Package..................................................................................................................... 4
3. Dimensions and Mounting .................................................................................................................... 5
4. Picture of Spectra controller unit.......................................................................................................... 6
Front View: .................................................................................................................................... 6
Back View: ..................................................................................................................................... 6
5. Ports Description ................................................................................................................................... 7
6.
Setting up Spectra ................................................................................................................................. 9
6.1
Setting up Spectra in wired system ............................................................................................... 9
6.1.2
TCP/IP Mode (Recommended) ............................................................................................. 9
6.1.3
Serial Mode (over RS485).................................................................................................... 11
Providing LAN connectivity: ........................................................................................................ 12
Connecting Speakers: .................................................................................................................. 12
1.
2.
4.1
4.2
6.2
6.3
7. Debugging: .......................................................................................................................................... 13
8. Upgrading Spectra / Updating Patch .................................................................................................. 13
9.
External Amplifier - Connections ........................................................................................................ 14
10. Wiring Diagram with whole system ................................................................................................ 15
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1. Introduction
This guide defines the installation procedure of Spectra Controller. Spectra controller is the
main component in EQ system and can be used to drive displays which is described in this
document.
The back side of the controller has all the ports and the front side has the company’s logo that
glow when unit is powered ON.
2. Items Included in Package
Item
Specs
Quantity
Spectra Unit
Refer to Specs Sheet
Power Supply
3
Power Cord
Meanwell 12V/3.34A
GST40A12-P1J
3-Pin British Plug / 3pin
US / 2pin EU (as
specified when
ordering)
4
Rack Mount Brackets
with screws
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1
1
2
1
2
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3. Dimensions and Mounting
The Dimensions of the Spectra unit alone are 42 (H) x 260 (W) x 170 (D) mm
Dimensions are in mm
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Rack Mount Brackets
4.2 Back View:
These two brackets can be screwed on sides of spectra unit in order to mount it on rack.
4. Picture of Spectra controller unit
4.1 Front View:
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5. Ports Description
Back panel of Spectra:
Volume Knob-
Rotate clockwise to
increase volume
To Active HUB “IN” Port
(Only used in serial mode)
RS485 (Cat5e/CAt6)
Cat5e/Cat6 LAN cable
Power adapter
12V 3.34A
To connect external
amplifier (optional)
2 x 8Ω speaker
Ethernet switch
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Power
package.
CDU ports
purpose.
USB port
LAN port
LED indicators:
The controller provides following functionalities:
2.5mm DC Jack to Power up the unit with Meanwell supply (12V, 3.34A) included in
RJ45 Ports marked CDU can be used to drive Display devices over RS485 protocol (Active
Hub will be needed).
Audio
Two RJ45 ports for connecting 8 Ohm speakers.
Volume Knob for controlling volume level.
Debug port (DB-9 Connector)
A standard FTDI cable (RS232 to USB) can be plugged into this port for debugging
Two USB 2.0 ports can be used to connect peripherals like keyboard and mouse.
One USB OTG port can be used for upgrade.
For providing internet or LAN connectivity to the unit.
Wavetec Logo with White Backlit LED that glows when unit is powered ON.
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6. Setting up Spectra
6.1 Setting up Spectra in wired system
6.1.2 TCP/IP Mode (Recommended)
Wiring Diagram:
Output- RS485 (Cat5e/CAt6)
Power adapter
12V 3.43A
Volume Knob-
Rotate
clockwise to
increase
volume
2 x 8Ω
speaker
To connect
external
amplifier
(optional)
Ethernet
switch
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Description:
Connect the Spectra controller as shown in wiring diagram above.
When using TCP Active Hub, Spectra can be configured to transfer data for displays (CDUs,
SDUs and PDUs) and HTSUs over TCP/IP connection to TCP Active Hub.
TCP Active Hub must be connected to same local network as Spectra is connected to.
It is recommended to use this mode if using TCP Active Hub (for setting up TCP Active Hub
refer “TCP Active Hub installation guide”)
Note:
It is recommended to use Cat5e or Cat6 LAN cable/Patch cord.
When operating in TCP/IP mode we won’t be using CDU port.
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6.1.3 Serial Mode (over RS485)
Wiring Diagram:
Volume Knob - Rotate
clockwise to increase
volume
Power adapter
12V 3.43A
To connect external
amplifier or headphone
(optional)
2 x 8Ω
speaker
Description:
Connect the Spectra controller as shown in wiring diagram above.
1) Driving displays (CDUs, SDUs and PDUs):
In order to drive displays connect one end of patch cord (Straight cable – RJ45 on both
ends) to port marked “CDU” in Spectra and other end to Active Hub/TCP Active Hub port
marked “IN”.
All the End Devices (Displays) can be connected to any of the 16 output ports of Active Hub.
Refer to Active Hub installation guide for further details, ensure that the DIP switch setting
of the Active Hub is as per the document and that termination is disabled.
Ethernet
switch
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Note:
Refer below image for reference (TCP Active Hub):
Patch cord (Cat5e or Cat6)
It is recommended to use Cat5e or Cat6 LAN cable/Patch cord
Length of wire between Spectra controller “CDU” port and “IN” port of Active Hub can go
up to 50m.
6.2 Providing LAN connectivity:
Connect a LAN cable/Patch cord from network switch to LAN port on Spectra controller in order
to provide internet or LAN connectivity.
6.3 Connecting Speakers:
There are two RJ45 ports provided on Spectra unit marked “AUDIO” which can be used to drive
two 4 ohm speakers.
RJ45 cable connection for speaker (T-568B):
Use White Orange and Orange pair to connect speaker wires.
Volume knob is provided to change volume level, rotate it clockwise to increase volume.
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7. Debugging:
8. Upgrading Spectra / Updating Patch
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For upgrading system
For upgrading system
9. External Amplifier - Connections
Audio Aux Cable 3.5mm
2 x 4Ω/8Ω
speaker
Power adapter
12V
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10. Wiring Diagram with whole system
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This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
FCC warning:
operate the equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be
installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.