Lab.gruppen C Series 5:4X - Manual (Page 11)

C Series C 20:8X, C 10:8X, C 10:4X and C 5:4X Operation Manual rev. 1.1.4
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2.2.6 NomadLink / Ethernet control and monitoring network
The NomadLink network allows easy setup and control of C Series power amplifiers. The patented network
topology allows automatic detection and addressing of multiple amplifiers. Control is via a PC running Device-
Control software, which is connected to the NLB 60E NomadLink Bridge & Network Controller using standard
TCP/IP communication. Phantom powering through the standard Cat-5 network cables allows the software to
detect devices that are not currently turned on or connected to the mains. This ensures very high reliability and
redundancy levels while allowing connected amplifiers to remain on standby with no power consumption.
Cat-5 cable connections can be daisy-chained for easy system setup. There is no need to create a star topol-
ogy using many switches as with, for example, an Ethernet system. Individual amplifier addresses do not need
to be manually entered: you will automatically know where an individual amplifier resides in the network. This
reduces total component costs, simplifies installation, and makes daily operation more convenient.
A daisy chain network loop, in combination with the automatic addressing of devices, enables
Lab.gruppen’s proprietary DeviceControl software to automatically create a precise picture of all connected
devices and their relative position in the chain. By quickly creating a clear overview of the entire system configu-
ration, DeviceControl provides flexible control over very large amplifier systems. Setup time is minimized, and
critical information is readily available for monitoring performance and avoiding problems during operation.
Via NomadLink, you can monitor all metering data as well as all faults and warning indications simulta-neously.
NomadLink allows you to remotely power on and power off individual amplifiers or user-definable groups of
amplifiers, as well as engage Mute and Solo functions on individual channels.