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Panelplayer User Manual v.1.4
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Warranty
Panelplayer has a 24 month warranty on the electronic parts, running from the date of
purchase. The warranty will not be valid in case of tampering with the device or in case
personnel not authorised by the manufacturer or by the authorised dealer should carry out
work on it.
N.B. responsibility of the purchaser: in case of operation under warranty, the device must
be packaged so as to prevent damage during transport and shipped to the manufacturer
together with all the accessories.
Warranty rules
1. In order to exercise his warranty rights, the purchaser must enclose with the device a
copy of evidence of purchase duly stamped by the dealer (bill/invoice).
2. The warranty lasts for 24 months for the electronic parts. The warranty is granted at the
point of sale or else directly requested from the manufacturer.
3. The warranty only covers damage to the product which makes it work badly.
4. Work under warranty will only mean repairing or replacing, free of charge, any parts
acknowledged to be defective during manufacture or in their material, including labour
costs.
5. The warranty does not apply to damage caused by negligence or failure to comply with
the instructions, or damage caused by unauthorised people, with a special reference to
the outside parts.
6. Also, the warranty does not apply to damage caused to the device by connection to
unsuitable power sources.
7. The warranty does not cover parts subject to wear after use, or the container if the
material is not defective.
8. The warranty does not include transport costs, which will be paid for by the purchaser
in relation to the manner and time of transport.
9. The warranty will run out after 24 months have elapsed. In this case, service will be
provided charging for the parts replaced, labour costs and transport according to the
current rates.
10. Any dispute will be settled exclusively before the Court of Law of Venice.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.
Introduction
1.1 What is Panelplayer?
1.2 What is Mp3?
1.3 Encoder
1.4 Decoder
1.5 Player
1.6 Wave
1.7 Audio compression in various formats
2.
Installation
2.1 Content of the Panelplayer kit
2.2 Notices
3.
Description and connections
3.1 Command description
3.2 Connection description
3.3 Power supply
3.4 Logical inputs
3.5 IN/OUT 8 - Vlink input/output
3.6 Serial RS485 connection
3.7 Pre-amplified audio input
3.8 Pre-amplified audio output
3.9 Amplified audio output
4.
Configuration file
4.1 What is the configuration file?
4.2 Content of the configuration file
4.3 How it is managed by Panelplayer
4.4 Preparing the file
4.5 Memorising the files in the Flash memory
4.6 Audio adjustment parameters
4.7 Timing and switchover parameters
4.8 Diagram of the operating parameters
4.9 Input management parameters
4.10 Infrared movement sensor management parameters
5.
Scheduled operation
5.1 Introduction to timed operation
5.2 The palimpsest file – palin.txt
5.3 MIXER function
5.4 AVC function – automatic control of the output volume
6.
Playlist operation
6.1 Introduction to playlist mode operation
6.2 What is a playlist file?
6.3 Playlist activation by logical inputs - MPLL (Mode PLayList) parameter
6.4 Stop & Play Priority Playlist
6.5 Priority Playlist
6.6 Stop & Play Standard Playlist
6.7 Standard Playlist
6.8 Stop & Play Restart Playlist
6.9 Restart Playlist
6.10 Music player function
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7.
Operation with logical inputs
7.1 Introduction to the logical input operation mode
7.2 Binary input command codes
8.
Special operations
8.1 Connection of two Panelplayers with different programming
8.2 Amplifier connection to 40W bridge
9.
RS485 serial communication
9.1 RS485 communication
9.2 Serial port communication parameters (config.txt)
9.3 Framing error on master
9.4 NAK reply by Panelplayer
9.5 Transmitting a command by master
9.6 How to read the figures of the dedicated protocols
9.7 When the Master delivers a command to Panelplayer
9.8 Basic format of the dedicated protocols
9.9 Basic set-up of the data transmission
9.10 Control codes
9.11 Address (ADD)
9.12 Command (CMD)
9.13 CheckSum (CHK)
9.14 Basic protocol
9.15 Basic protocol with CheckSum
9.16 Basic protocol with CR and LF
9.17 Basic protocol with CheckSum, CR and LF
9.18 List of commands
9.19 Error codes
10.
Specifications
10.1 Technical features
10.2 Obsolete devices disposal
Addendum:
Examples of serial RS485 communication
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1Introduction
1.1 What is Panelplayer?
Panelplayer is a sophisticated amplified player of audio MP3 with a solid state memory,
designed to manage sequences of audio messages, musical items, commercial
communications and all kinds of audio MP3 files in a rapid, effective and interactive way.
Coupled with switches, touch-sensors or infrared movement sensors, it permits one to
create info-interactive areas, didactic and museum routes, information totems for trade
fairs and expositions, musical shows and interactive points for commercial promotions.
1.2 What is Mp3?
Mp3 is an acronym for Mpeg-1 layer 3. This is an audio compression standard which
eliminates sounds which the human ear cannot hear via a psycho-acoustic algorithm. The
purpose of this compression is to reduce the space taken up by an audio file while still
ensuring excellent quality. The greater the compression, the less the audio quality. The
right compromise, which guarantees a quality comparable to that of a Compact Disc, is
128 Kbps (thousands of bits per second) which represents the most widely used manner,
and reduces the size of an uncompressed file by 10 times.
1.3 Encoder
Software which compresses a CD audio or wave file in MP3. There are many programmes
of this kind, and it is virtually impossible to say which is the best.
1.4 Decoder
Software which decompresses an MP3 audio file in order to send it to a digital-analog
converter and reconstruct the original audio signal.
1.5 Player
Hardware and software system able to read MP3 audio files. Panelplayer is able to carry
out this function.
1.6 Wave
High quality audio format (extension .wav), compatible with the tracks of normal music
CD’s. If one uses a wave file in format 44.1 KHz/sec. at 16 bit in stereo, one will get
exactly the same quality as a music CD, but the size of the file is about 10Mb per minute.
1.7 Audio compression in various formats.
The following graphic shows the space taken up by an uncompressed audio file of about 5
minutes (.wav) and compressed in MP3 at 128Kbps (MP3).
Wave 51,1 MB
MP3 4,6 MB
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2Installation
2.1 Content of the kit Panelplayer
-n° 1 Panelplayer device;
-n° 1 Panelplayer user manual;
-n° 1 adaptor mains AC230V (*)
-n° 1 flash memory.
(*) optional depending on the country )
2.2 Notices
1. Panelplayer has been designed and made to work only with the following mains power
supply: 12÷24VDC.
2. The device must be serviced only by qualified staff.
3. Do not put objects inside the device through the openings, in order to prevent the risk
of fire or shock.
4. Disconnect the device from the power socket before cleaning. Clean the device using a
soft, dry cloth. Do not use liquids or spray which can contain flammable substances.
Obsolete devices disposal :
When you find this picture on a device, it means that the device is
compliant with European Directive 2002/96/EC.
All electronic and electric devices should be disposed separately from
normal garbage.
The proper disposal of old devices, accessories, and of the batteries in
particular, it contributes to prevent possible negative consequences for
human health and for the environment.
For more detailed information on the disposal of obsolete devices, contact
the municipality, the garbage disposal service or the shop in which the
product has been acquired.
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3Description and connections
3.1 Command description
1Connector for outside connection of the memory and command buttons.
2Flash memory introduction slot for Secure Digital or MultiMedia Card.
3
Command keys:
= (brief pressure) precedent MP3 file / (prolonged pressure) reduce output volume
= STOP
= PLAY
= (brief pressure) next MP3 file / (prolonged pressure) increase output volume
4Red LED: lit = device is live.
5Green LED: lit =
blinking =
MP3 file playing;
Panelplayer in pause/STOP.
IMPORTANT:
volume control with the keys is active only during the playing of the MP3 file.
pressing STOP during play, Panelplayer remains in pause excluding all the logical inputs until
reactivation with the PLAY key. This condition is indicated by the blinking green LED.
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3.2 Connection description
6
VAC/DC Input feed 12÷24VDC.
+12VDC Auxiliary + 12Vdc voltage, available for input activation or outside feed sensors.
MAX. 100mA.
7
GND Ground for input activation using outside contacts; auxiliary ground voltage.
IN1 Multi-function input for activating 1.mp3 file or 1.m3u playlist (direct or bit 0 in
binary combination).
IN2 Multi-function input for activating 2.mp3 file or 2.m3u playlist (direct or bit 1 in
binary combination).
IN3 Multi-function input for activating 4.mp3 file or 3.m3u playlist (direct or bit 2 in
binary combination).
IN4 Multi-function input for activating 8.mp3 file or 4.m3u playlist (direct or bit 3 in
binary combination).
IN5/485A
Multi-function input for activating 16.mp3 file or 5.m3u playlist (direct or bit 4 in
binary combination).
Configurable for serial RS485 communication (see chap. 9).
IN6/485B
Multi-function input for activating 32.mp3 file or 6.m3u playlist (direct or bit 5 in
binary combination).
Configurable for serial RS485 communication (see chap. 9).
IN/OUT7 Multi-function input/output for activating 64.mp3 file or 7.m3u playlist (direct or bit
6 in binary combination).
IN/OUT8 Multi-function input/output for activating 128.mp3 file (direct or bit 7 in binary
combination).
Configurable for outside applications. 0=standby 1=in play (+5V). Permits two
Panelplayers to be connected in cascade for the synchronised management of
t
he musical bases and commercials and spots in a scheduled time frame
(connection Vlink, par. 8.1).
8
IN L Pre-amplified audio input L channel, for outside music sources (SAT, DAB, CDE,
etc.) with Mixer function.
GND Ground signal of pre-amplified audio input.
IN R Pre-amplified audio input R channel, for outside music sources (SAT, DAB, CD,
etc.) with Mixer function.
9
OUT L Pre-amplified audio output L channel.
GND Ground signal of pre-amplified audio output.
OUT R Pre-amplified audio output R channel.
10
SPK L Amplified 20W audio output for speaker, L channel.
GND Ground signal of amplified audio output.
SPK R Amplified 20W audio output for speaker, R channel.
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3.3 Power supply
Panelplayer may operate with the following voltage power supplies: 12÷24VDC.
The red POWER LED lights up when it is turned on with active feed.
3.4 Logical inputs
Panelplayer has six/eight multi-function logical inputs to control the playing of the playlists or
direct calling up of individual audio files.
In order to activate the playing of a file, connect the desired GND input (or the desired inputs
when one is operating in binary logic).
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3.5 IN/OUT 8 - input/output Vlink
Programmable input/output to connect two Panelplayers in cascade, for synchronised
management of musical playlists with commercials at scheduled introduction without
interruptions.
Vlink: 0 = standby
1 = in play (+5V).
3.6 Serial RS485 connection
Panelplayer can be connected through serial gate, to a RS485 bus that can be controlled
by a system master or by a computer. To enable the RS485 gate (pin IN5/485A and
IN6/485B), raise the cover of the device and move the relative jumpers (see para. 9.1).
3.7 Pre-amplified audio input
Pre-amplified STEREO L+R audio input for outside music source (SAT, DAB, CD, etc.)
with Mixer function to mix a music source with scheduled commercials; extractable
terminal strip.
3.8 Pre-amplified audio output
Pre-amplified STEREO L+R audio output on extractable terminal strip.
3.9 Amplified audio output
Amplified STEREO 20W+20W audio output on extractable terminal strip.
Connect the outside 4/8speakers to the SPK L/GND and SPK R/GND terminal strip.
IMPORTANT:
Use a speaker with equal or greater power to that supplied to the amplifier within
Panelplayer.
It is recommended to cable the device far from power cables; the two cables that
connect the speaker with Panelplayer could be a potential source of interference.
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