Control Server Hardware¶
Specifications¶
System¶
Processor: Intel® 64 Architecture Chipset.
Ethernet Cable: Standard CAT5e or CAT6, maximum device-to-device length = 100 meters.
Maximum Devices Per System: 128 units per Site File.
Maximum Stored Presets: 1000
Peripheral Connectivity¶
Ethernet: Integrated Intel® 10/100/1000 Network Connection
Wi-Fi: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
USB: Two Hi-Speed USB 2.0 ports
Wi-Fi¶
Chipset: Atheros XSPAN family with SST3™, with increased link rate by 100% at short range, 50% at mid-range and 25% at
long range.
Type: IEEE 802.11n compliant and backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g.
Power: 19 dBm maximum output (per chain) /22 dBm (aggregate).
Frequency: Simultaneous dual-band 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz with Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS).
IEEE 802.11b/g/n: 2.412-2.462 GHz (US) 2.412-2.472 GHz (Japan) 2.412-2.472 GHz (Europe ETSI).
IEEE 802.11a/n: 5.18-5.24 + 5.745-5.825 GHz (US) 5.18-5.24 GHz (Europe ETSI).
Data Transfer Rates: Up to 300 Mbps.
Radio Data Rates: Auto rate sensing.
Enhancements: Dual-band 2x2 spatial multiplexing, cyclic-delay diversity (CDD), low-density parity check (LDPC), maximum
ratio combining (MRC), space time block code (STBC) and Tx beamforming (TxBF).
Antennae: Two RP-SMA (reverse-polarity SMA) auto switching omni-directional antennae providing 1.5 dBi nominal gain at 2.4
GHz and 2.1 dBi nominal at 5 GHz.
International: Multi-Country Roaming Supported (IEEE 802.1d Global Harmonization Standard).
Modulation: OFDM: BPSK, QPSK, 16-QAM, 64-QAM; DSSS; DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK.
Security: 40-bit (also called 64-bit) and 128-bit WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, and WPA/WPA2 Enterprise, IEEE 802.11i
encryption.
Number of Users: 50.
Mechanical Data¶
Space Required¶
Half rack unit (WDH: 20.83 cm x 22.86 cm x 4.37 cm / 8.2 in. x 9 in. x 1.72 in.). Depth does not include antenna or connector allowance.
Allow at least 3 inches additional clearance for rear panel connections. Additional depth may be required depending upon your specific wiring and connections.
Electrical¶
12 VDC @ 2.5 A, 30 Watts Maximum. Symetrix part number 12-0036, CUI part number SMI36-12-V-P6.
Ventilation¶
Maximum recommended ambient operating temperature is 30 C / 86 F. Ensure that the left and right equipment sides are unobstructed (5.08 cm, 2 in minimum clearance). The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
Certifications or Compliance¶
Safety: UL 60065, cUL 60065, IEC 60065
EMC: “Class A” device (applies to all of the following), EN 55032, EN 55103-2, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, FCC Part 15,
ICES-003.
Environmental: RoHS
IEEE: 802.11-2012
FCC: Part 15 Subpart C, Subpart E (UNII-1/2/2Ext/3). ID: N6C-SXPCEAN2.
Japan Radio Law (MIC): Rule Article 2 Section 1 Number 19, Rule Article 2 Section 1 Number 19-3, Rule Article 2 Section 1
Number 19-3-2. Certification Number: 007-AC0271.
IC: RSS Gen, 210 (UNII-1/2/2Ext/3). ID: 4608A-SXPCEAN2.
ETSI: R&TTE EN 300 328 V.1.8.1, EN 301 893 V.1.7.1.
Shipping Weight¶
5.2 lbs. (2.4 kg)
A&E Specifications¶
The front panel shall include a bi-color LED and momentary switch used for network identification, power-on, and other documented features or control.
The unit shall provide user connections for the included power supply and a standard 10/100/1000 Base-T RJ45 network connection utilizing CAT5e/6 cable. A standard 802.11 a/b/g/n Wi-Fi interface may be enabled for built-in wireless control of the AV network or bridging control access from an existing network.
The unit shall host apps which provide specialized web-based user control interfaces and enhanced functionality for Symetrix DSP systems. These interfaces may be accessed by multiple network devices running compatible web browsers. Compatible web browsers for the user interface shall be: Chrome, Firefox, Safari web browsers running on MacOS, Internet Explorer 10+ and Microsoft Edge web browsers running on Windows, Safari running on iOS, and the Android web browser.
All program memory shall be non-volatile and provide program security should power fail. The device shall provide an on board real time clock to facilitate automatic, timed changing of presets and may sync to NTP.
A designer software application shall be provided that operates on a Windows computer, with network interface installed, running Windows® 7 or higher operating system. The application shall discover units on the network and program its control interfaces. A built-in web-based administration interface shall provide the means to install new, update existing, and license apps as well as define users and configure various system settings.
The device shall have a power plug that accepts power from Symetrix part number 12-0036, CUI power supply part number SMI36-12-V-P6. The device shall meet UL/CSA and CE safety requirements and comply with CE and FCC Part 15 emissions limits. The device shall be RoHS compliant. The chassis shall be constructed of cold rolled Galvalume®, and may be surface mounted or mount into a standard 19” 1U EIA rack using an available bracket or rack tray. The device shall be a SymetrixControl Server.
Front Panel¶
Antennae: Two RP-SMA (reverse-polarity SMA) auto switching omni-directional antennae.
Power LED: The LED is orange when the unit first powers on and turns green when it has booted up. It flashes orange when "Flash Unit LEDs" is selected from Composer. It flashes green several times during factory reset on boot. It will turn solid red for a serious error.
Factory Reset Button: To be used under the supervision of technical support, it has the ability to reset the unit’s network configuration and completely reset the unit to factory defaults.
Rear Panel¶
Power: Power plug accepts power from Symetrix power supply part number 12-0036 (100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 30 Watts max).
Ethernet: 1000 Base-T Ethernet port for Symetrix Composer host control, web-based administration, serving of end-user apps, and control over devices on the A/V network. Features auto-crossover sensing for direct device-to-device connections.
USB: Two (2) Type A USB 2.0 ports. Used to upgrade firmware of the Control Server.
Audio Out: 3.5 mm unbalanced stereo analog and optical (S/PDIF) combo jack. Reserved for future use.
Mounting¶
Under Table / Surface Mount Kit Details
Rack Mount Kit Details
The rack mount kit consists of a rack tray and two mounting screws. With this kit, one can rack mount one or two half rack products side-by-side in a single rack space.
Rack Tray
Single Unit Assembled
Dual Unit Assembled
Under Table / Surface Mount Kit Details
The under table mounting kit consists of a U-shaped bracket and two mounting screws. With this kit, one can secure a single product under a table or to some other flat surface as necessary.
