FLEXUS The world s most flexible intercom system 1
DAISY-CHAIN & ETHERNET LAN BOTH IN ONE SYSTEM! FLEXUS DIGITAL INTERCOM GIVES YOU MORE OF WHAT YOU NEED. AND LESS OF WHAT YOU DON T. WITH EITHER DAISY-CHAIN OR ETHERNET CONFIGURATIONS OR BOTH FROM ONE MASTER STATION! MORE DIGITAL INTERCOM GPO TRIGGER CUE LIGHT CONTROL LISTEN ONLY LESS FLEXUS Modular User Interface Sections For familiarity and ease of use, FLEXUS Master and Remote Speaker Stations are built using an appropriate combination of identical user interface sections. MORE user stations (beltpacks or remote speaker stations) Up to 24 user stations per Master Station, and up to four Master Stations may be linked via Gigabit Ethernet for a maximum of 96 user stations in a single, fully integrated system. Networked Configurations New networking protocol designed exclusively for intercom applications, with audio and control data always in the same data stream for 100% sync with no jitter Protocol is fully Ethernet compliant and can share MORE clarity All audio is 16-bit/48 khz uncompressed. the same network infrastructure with other audio protocols such as Dante, Ravenna and AVB. Designed for compliance with AES 67 standard MORE Program Audio Two PGM audio feeds over the network; mono stations can select either feed, while binaural stations have both feeds enabling stereo PGM to headset. MORE extended user functions All speaker stations have six multi-function channels with each programmable for Listen Only audio, GPO relay, or as an integrated Cue Light channel using the ASL Digital Cue Light system. (implementation in 2017) User stations powered by PoE (power over Ethernet) switches, or locally as needed Daisy Chain Configurations User stations powered by 48 V source from master station or by additional booster power supplies as needed Up to 12 user stations on each of two connections from the master station (24 total) All connections on lightweight Cat-5/6 cable LESS wiring for lower costs No need to wire separate daisy chains to accommodate multiple groups. LESS set-up time One daisy chain serves lighting, video, effects, backstage, etc. EITHER daisy-chain or Ethernet-based configuration, or BOTH in the same system One master station can connect up to 24 remote units (beltpacks or speaker stations) via LAN, or on daisy chains, or as a split system with both network and daisy chain modes. (For configuration examples, please see page 7.) Additional Features Binaural (split-ear) headset option Multilingual character sets Stand-alone interfaces for 4-Wire and Party Line systems Full color,, high-resolution displays Advanced ergonomic design for ease of use in high-stress situations Superior build quality, using premium circuit components, switches and connectors Full Duplex Intercom Section: All User Stations Channel volume knob with Push to Call function Color HR display showing channel volume, group name & number, TALK status ( on or disabled ) and Call active (turns red) Large TALK pushbutton Multi-function Channel Section: All Speaker Stations Each of six channels may be programmed as any of following: Listen Only Listen to an additional intercom group GPO Relay Use for triggering Silence or On Air sign Cue Light Operates ASL Digital Cue Light Receivers Master Section: All Speakers Stations Master volume control Mic mute button Stage announce button Speaker on/off button Talk to All (TTA) button Remote Talk Mute (RTM) button Menu button 2 3
FLEXUS MASTER STATION AND EXTENSION PANELS FLEXUS REMOTE SPEAKER STATIONS FLEXUS Master Station and Extension Panels The FL 2400 Master Station is the command and communications center for a FLEXUS intercom system. Housed in a compact 1U rackmount cabinet, the Master Station includes the four full duplex intercom channels, the Multi-function Channel section, and Master Section. Also available are a PGM audio channel (2 channels for binaural stations), a gooseneck mic jack, a headset connector (XLR-4 or XLR-5) and a USB connector for software updates. The rear panel of the Master Station supplies full connectivity for any size of intercom system. The Ethernet connectivity can be used for linking to remote stations and/or beltpacks, as well as for Gigabit Ethernet connection to as many as three other master stations for extended system capabilities. Connections also are supplied for daisy chain lines, 16 GP relay outputs, three GP opto inputs, four 4-wire system interfaces, program audio inputs, stage announce/hot mic output and Call Beacon. A Master Station may be paired with the FL EP4 Extension Panel (not shown) for expanding a system to a total of eight intercom channels, or with the FL EP8 Extension Panel (shown) for a total of 12 intercom channels. Extension Panels are powered by the Master Station and are quickly connected using a single D-Sub HD15 connector. FLEXUS Remote Speaker Stations Built for years of heavy use, FLEXUS Remote Speaker Stations may be fitted with flanges for 19 rack mount installation (2U), or housed in heavy duty steel desktop consoles. Remote Stations are powered via 48 V DC from a daisy chain line, by PoE if on a LAN, or by local mains using a power adapter. Three versions are available to accommodate requirements for 4, 8 or 12 intercom channels. The 4-channel FL 430 RS is shown in the desktop console, and the 12-channel FL 1230 RS with flanges for rack installation. 4-ch Remote Speaker Station in desktop console FL 2400 Master Station Rear Panel FL 2400 Master Station with FL EP8 Extension Panel, providing a total of 12 intercom channels 12-ch Remote Speaker Station in 19 rack mount kit 4 5
BELTPACK, BOOSTER PSU & INTERFACES FLEXUS Beltpack Sleek, rugged and designed for exceptionally easy operation, the BP 390 beltpack offers a category-leading level of flexibility and features in a compact and lightweight package. Power is supplied by the daisy chain line (48 VDC) or PoE from a compatible network switch. Vibration mode is selectable instead of call buzzer. Each beltpack includes: WIRING TOPOLOGIES & PRODUCT OVERVIEW A Master station with 24 beltpacks or 12 remote speaker stations in a daisy chain ring, with a FL 87/S in the middle. If the ring is cut or interrupted at one point, this topology offers power and data redundancy for all remote stations. If the remote speaker stations are locally powered via mains to 48 VDC adapter, a total of 24 of these speaker stations may be connected to the daisy chain lines. Two intercom channels Full-color, high-resolution display Menu operation via see-through click screen One PGM channel (two PGM channels with binaural beltpacks) Mini-jack connector for headphones (earpiece) Headset connector (XLR-4 for mono or XLR-5 for binaural) Mini jack for Call Beacon (ASL BlinQ) B Master station with 12 remote stations (speaker stations or beltpacks) via LAN and 12 beltpacks or 6 remote speaker via the daisy chain lines. If remote speaker stations are locally powered via mains to 48 VDC adapter, a total of 12 of these speaker stations may be connected to the daisy chain lines. FL 87/S Booster Power Supply & Switch FL 722 Stand-alone Dual 4-wire Interface FLEXUS Booster Power Supply The FL 87/S Booster Power Supply augments the 48 VDC power in a daisy chain line. It may be inserted in ring or split topologies to provide power as needed. The Booster Power Supply also may be used to provide redundant power for the Master Station in case of internal PSU or mains failure. FLEXUS Stand-alone Dual 4-Wire Interface The FL 722 supplies two 4-wire interfaces for connection to a FLEXUS system using either daisy chain or LAN topologies. The unit offers the same features and functions as the interfaces built into the Master Station. Each interface can be configured as Audio In/Out (also to full-duplex wireless intercom); as a 4-Wire Interface (to 4-wire analog intercom or semi-duplex wireless intercom); or as an IFB/Paging interface. FLEXUS Stand-alone Party Line Interface The FL 711 provides a party line interface for connection to a FLEXUS system using either daisy chain or LAN topologies. 6 FL 711 Stand-alone Party Line Interface C Via LAN linked master stations (1 Gigabit connections). Remote stations (beltpacks or speaker stations) are connected to the master stations via daisy chain lines. For more configuration examples, see www.asl-inter.com or the FLEXUS User Manual. FLEXUS Product Overview FL 2400 MS FL 2401 MS FL EP 4 FL EP 8 4-ch Master Speaker Station 4-ch Master Speaker Station, binaural 4-ch Extension Panel 8-ch Extension Panel FL 1230 RS FL 1231 RS FL 1230 DESK FL 1230 RMK 12-ch Remote Speaker Station 12-ch Remote Speaker Station, binaural Desktop Console for FL 1230/1231 RS 19 /2RU Flares for FL 1230/1231 RS FL 430 RS FL 431 RS FL 430 DESK FL 430 RMK 4-ch Remote Speaker Station 4-ch Remote Speaker Station, binaural Desktop Console for FL 430/431 RS 19 /2RU Flares for FL 430/431 RS BP 390 BP 391 2-ch Beltpack 2-ch Beltpack, binaural FL 830 RS FL 831 RS FL 830 DESK FL 830 RMK 8-ch Remote Speaker Station 8-ch Remote Speaker Station, binaural Desktop Console for FL 830/831 RS 19 /2RU Flares for FL 830/831 RS GML 30 E GML 45 E Gooseneck Electret Mic, 30 cm, LED ring Gooseneck Electret Mic, 45 cm, LED ring FL 87/S FL 711 FL 722 Booster Power Supply & Switch Stand-alone Party Line Interface Stand-alone Dual 4-wire Interface 7
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