Electro-Voice System Controller NetMax N8000 - Manual (Page 5)

Introduction
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NetMax N8000 System Controller
Owner’s manual
1 Introduction
First of all we want to express our thanks and offer our congratulations that you have selected the
NetMax N8000 System Controller from Electro-Voice. Before operating the NetMax N8000
please read this instruction manual attentively to ensure that this device provides optimal
performance and that damages due to improper use are avoided.
1.1 Description of the system
NetMax is a modular, network-compatible and freely configurable audio system with which
complete system solutions can be constructed. These system solutions exactly meet the
customers' requirements. Applications are all kinds of professional audio installations, complex
building sound reinforcement systems as well as concert sound applications. NetMax integrates
all components ranging from the matrix to the speakers including system control and system
monitoring in a common audio platform. The configuration, operation and monitoring of a NetMax
system are effected by the PC Software IRIS-Net - Intelligent Remote & Integrated Supervision.
The central unit of NetMax is the N8000 system controller with up to 32 audio channels, mixer
and matrix functions, signal processing and extensive control and monitoring functions. Several
N8000 can be connected via a CobraNet™ audio and control network so that a large,
decentralized audio system can be assembled.
NetMax also manages the Electro-Voice P-series remote amplifiers including its speaker and
system monitoring functions. The connection is directly effected via CAN to the N8000.
A NetMax system meets all relevant safety requirements. All audio connections, interfaces and
processor systems are monitored and displayed in case of fault. By using CobraNet™ redundant
networks can be assembled.
N8000 front view