Sonifex RM-4C8 Reference Monitor, 4 LED Meter, 8 Channel Inputs, Dual Select NO DOLBY!

Description

The RM-HDE1 adds to the unit a 75ohm 3G/HD/SD-SDI input and output on BNC connectors with the output acting as a loop-through of the input. The monitor can take a 3G/HD/SD-SDI input and de-embed audio from any selected audio group, with left and right speakers being able to monitor any 2 channels within that group. The 4 channels in a group are shown on the 4 bar-graph meters. If a Dolby E or Dolby Digital input is detected on the selected input, the Channels (CHANS) button flashes to indicate that decoding is possible. Pressing the CHANS button displays the Dolby Digital 5.1 or Dolby E 8 channel signal, using the 4 bar-graph meters.

 

Each meter is split into 2 sections allowing you to view L, R, C, LFE, Ls, Rs for Dolby Digital and an additional Lt, Rt for Dolby E.

 

Full Dolby Metadata is available using the SCi remote control software. For a more detailed description of Dolby Decoding operation please refer to the Reference Monitor handbook.

 

With full remote control via GPI, RS232 or USB, a 5 band parametric equaliser, 6 front panel modifier buttons and the ability to take the optional 3G/HD/SD-SDI expansion cards, the RM-4C8 is a flexible and versatile monitoring solution.

The same high level of care has been taken in the design of the RM-4C8 as in the RM-2S4 to ensure that it will be the best sounding 1U rack-mount audio monitor that you listen to.

 

 

This product has settings that can be adjusted using the Sonifex SCi (Serial Control Interface) software. To download a copy of the SCi software, please use this link >

 

 

SCi Screens

 

System Screen.

 

 

 

Technical Specification For RM-4C8-HDE1
Audio Inputs
Audio Inputs	8 analogue or AES/ EBU digital channels (autoselecting)
Max level (0dB input gain):	+18dBu (analogue)/0dBFS (digital)
CMRR:	>60dB typical
Input Impedance:	20kΩ (analogue) 110Ω (digital with termination switchable)
AES/EBU Sample Rate:	32 to 192kHz, converted internally to 48kHz
Input Gain:	0, +6, +12 or +18dB digital gain (switchable)
Selection:	2 x Front panel rotary control with indicator LEDs
SDI Specification
SDI Input:	1 x BNC, 3G/HD/SD-SDI
SDI Outputs:	1 x BNC, 3G/HD/SD-SDI, Re-clocked
Impedance:	75Ω
Output Alignment Jitter:	<0.2UI
Output Level:	800mV +/- 10%
Return Loss:	<15dB at 1500MHz
SDI Supported Standards:	270Mbps, SMPTE-259M-C (SD) 1.485 or 1.4835Gbps, SMPTE-292M (HD) 2.97 or 2.967Gbps, SMPTE-424M (3G)
Supported Video Formats:	525/59.94 (SMPTE-125M) 625/50 (ITU-R BT.656) 720p/23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60 (SMPTE-296M) 1035i/59.94, 60 (SMPTE-260M) 1080i/50, 59.94, 60 (SMPTE-274M) 1080p/23.98, 24, 25, 50, 59.94, 60 (SMPTE-274M) 1080pSF/23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30 (RP-211) 1080i/50 (SMPTE-295M) 1080p/50 (SMPTE-295M)
Embedded Audio:	48kHz, synchronous (HD asynchronous) SMPTE-272M-ABC SMPTE-299M
Line Level Outputs
Audio Outputs:	1 x stereo analogue or AES/EBU digital (switchable)
Gain re Selected Input:	Unity or variable, following volume control (switchable)
Maximum Output Level:	+18dBu (analogue)/0dBFS (digital)
Output Impedance:	<50Ω (analogue)/110Ω (digital)
AES/EBU Sample Rate:	48kHz
Distortion:	<0.02% (1kHz, +8dBu output)
Noise:	-84dB RMS, unity gain ref +8dBu output
Frequency Response:	20Hz-20kHz +0/-0.5dB
Crosstalk 1kHz input: 10kHz input:	Analogue I/O, ref 0dBu <-90dB <-85dB
Audio Modifiers
Modifier Selection:	Illuminated front panel pushbuttons
DIM:	Reduces speaker audio level by 10dB
CUT L & CUT R:	Mutes left/right speaker audio
MONO:	Combines left and right audio inputs
PHASE INVERT:	Inverts phase of right audio input
M+S:	Converts stereo input to Middle (sum) and Side (difference) signals
User-Variable Equalisation
Type:	Parametric
Bands:	Five
Centre Frequency:	200Hz to 18kHz
Bandwidth:	0.25 to 2 octaves
Boost/Cut:	±12dB
Programming:	Via USB/serial control port
Amplifier/Loudspeakers
Configuration:	Three-way with stereo mid/ high-frequency drivers & mono low-frequency driver
Power Output:	2 x 5W (HF) + 20W (LF) with protective limiter
Crossover:	500Hz (3rd order Butterworth)
Distortion (HF Outputs):	< 0.05% (1kHz, 3W output)
Distortion (LF Output):	< 0.05% (100Hz, 6W output)
Noise:	More than 80dB below full output
Volume:	Mute to full volume via front panel rotary control
Balance Trim:	±6dB via front panel rotary control
Peak Acoustic Level:	102dB SPL @ 2ft
Level Metering
Number:	4 x 26-segment tri-colour LED bargraphs
Characteristics:	Selectable by switch from: 1. Dual BBC PPM + standard VU 2. BBC PPM 3. EBU PPM 4. Nordic PPM 5. AES/EBU digital PPM 6. DIN PPM 7. Standard VU 8. Extended VU
Ballistics:	According to selected characteristic
Line-Up Level:	According to selected characteristic
Phase Metering
Type:	5-segment, indication at 0, 45, 90, 135 and 180 degrees
Remote Control
USB:	Slave device, 19200 baud
Serial:	RS232, 19200 baud, 3-wire connection
Alarm Outputs:	1. Audio underlevel/fail (latching) 2. Audio overlevel (latching) 3. Sustained phase error (latching) 4. AES/EBU input unlock (non-latching) Open-collector outputs rated at 30V, 50mA maximum Output low/conducting in normal condition (no alarm)
Control Inputs:	1. Mute audio 2. Dim audio 3. Alarm reset Pull-to-ground to activate inputs
Status Indicators
LIMIT:	Indicates loudspeaker protection limiter is active.
CLIP:	Indicates internal digital clipping due to overlevel.
LOCK:	Indicates lock achieved on selected digital input(s).
OPT:	For future use.
Connectors
Audio Inputs:	8 x XLR 3-pin female (balanced, may be unbalanced)
Audio Outputs:	2 x XLR 3-pin male (balanced, may be unbalanced)
HD-SDI Input:	1 x BNC 75Ω HD-SDI input
HD-SDI Output:	1 x BNC 75Ω HD-SDI output (reclocked loop through)
Headphones:	1/4” (6.35mm) A-gauge 3-pole stereo jack socket
USB:	Type B socket
Serial:	D-sub 9-pin female
Remote I/O:	D-sub 15-pin male
Mains Input:	Filtered 3-pin IEC male, continuously rated 85 – 264VAC, 47 – 63Hz, fused, 60W peak, 30W average
Fuse Rating:	Anti-surge fuse 2A 20 x 5mm
Equipment Type
RM-4C8-HDE1:	Reference Monitor, 4 LED meters, 8 channel inputs & dual source selectors
Physical Specification
Dimensions (Raw):	48cm (W) x 30.5cm (D) x 4.4cm (H) (1U) 19” (W) x 12” (D) x 1.73” (H) (1U)
Dimensions (Boxed):	57cm (W) x 52cm (D) x15cm (H) 22.4” (W) x 20.5” (D) x 5.9” (H)
Weight:	Nett: 4.5kg Gross: 6kg Nett: 10lb   Gross: 13.2lb