MP3 DIGITAL AUDIO RECORD/PLAY SYSTEM User's Manual Version 1.0 Revised 05/14/2003 Doc 99-20-043 - $25.00 MACKENZIE LABORATORIES, INC. 1163 Nicole Court Glendora, CA 91740 USA Tel: (909) 394-9007 Fax: (909) 394-9411 Email: info@macklabs.com Web: www.macklabs.
General Safety Instructions Always follow these basic safety precautions when using the system: 1. Read carefully and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. DO NOT block or cover ventilation slots and openings. 4. DO NOT place the product in a closed enclosure or cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided. 5. Never spill liquid on the product or drop objects into the ventilation slots and openings.
Table of Contents 1. OVERVIEW.................................................................................. 5 1.1 Features and Capabilities...................................................... 5 1.1.1. MacFi-mpe - Enhanced Features ...................................... 6 General Specifications ..................................................................... 6 2. INSTALLATION & CONFIGURATION.......................................... 8 2.1 Installation Steps........................................
Shipping Container Contents The following items should be found in the container of MacFi-mp, MP3 Digital Audio Record/Play System: ▪ MacFi-mp System ▪ Installation and User Guide ▪ Set of four rubber feet Hardware Configurations ▪ MacFi-mp 40; 99 messages, 40 minutes ▪ MacFi-mpe 40; 99 messages, 40 minutes, RS-232 control, Sync relay Optional Accessories: ▪ Power Pack, 12 VDC, 1.
1. OVERVIEW 1.1 Features and Capabilities The Mackenzie MacFi-mp family is the most cost effective series of MP3 Digital Audio Record / Play Systems available for industrial usage. Backed by Mackenzie’s years of system design experience, MacFi-mp offers a great deal of functionality in a compact and inexpensive package. Messages are user recordable via microphone or line input through a straight forward user interface located directly on the unit.
1.1.1. MacFi-mpe - Enhanced Features The MacFi-mpe version adds the following features to the standard unit: -RS-232 (Serial) control of recording and playback -RS-232 (Serial) download of MPEG layer 1, 2 or 3 (MP3) files. -Synchronization Relay -Front mounted controls General Specifications Audio Coding: Recording: Playback: Audio Quality: Dynamic Range: Signal to Noise: Frequency Resp.
Remote Activation I/O: Control Inputs: Record, Stop, 8 individual message Start contacts. ICM-25(Option): Add to the MacFi-mpe for 25 more start inputs per module. Status Outputs: Playing, Sync(MacFi-mpe version only) Output Type: Dry relay contact, 1A @24VDC noninductive load Connection: Pluggable terminal Mechanical: Package: 3 Way wall mount chassis, 10" W x 8" D x 1.
2. INSTALLATION & CONFIGURATION This section provides complete instructions for mounting the MacFi-mp, MP3 Digital Audio Record / Play System on a wall or table. It also illustrates all interface requirements to auxiliary equipment, including inputs and outputs. Configuration switch settings are provided. 2.1 Installation Steps These are the general steps for installation. 1. Find a space on the wall or table. For table top applications, install included rubber feet.
2.2.2. Configuration Switches 8 position DIP Switch: UP ( ) position is OFF. DOWN ( ) position is ON. This user adjustable dip switch is provided to allow the user to tailor the operation of the MacFi-mp to meet their demands. NOTE: Dip switch settings are only established at system power up. To change settings, disconnect power, change the dip switch settings, then re-apply power.
Play Method Defines playback mode of Message sequences. Message sequences are comprised of the message material, number of plays and delay between plays. 5 6 Standard operation - details below Play one sequence per closure -details below Play while active - details below Re-trigger - details below Standard Operation: A momentary contact closure at a start input causes the device to play one sequence of the message corresponding to that input.
message may be queued more than once. Any activation issued once the queue is filled will be ignored. A stop command will stop the message which is currently playing, and when released, the next message in queue will begin playing. If multiple inputs are held active and maintained, the system will play each message sequence once then stop. Play while active: Upon receiving a maintained input control signal, the message starts and continues to play for the duration which the control signal is held active.
Play Next Enabling Play Next allows Start 8 input (Connector 1, Pos. 9) to initiate playback of the next valid message sequence. The first start activation after power on will play message 1. All operation modes are supported and other start inputs (1 - 7) are disabled. 7 Memory Protect Allows the user to lock message memory so that messages may not be accidentally overwritten. 8 2.2.3. Disable Enable Disable Enable Connector 1 12 position pluggable terminal strip.
2.2.4. Connector 2 3 position terminal connection. Used for remote activation of recording. 1 Record Input, connect to common on Connector 1 to enter record setup mode. 2 Future Use 3 Future Use For remote recording procedure, reference section 3.2. 2.2.5. Audio In Level Potentiometer to adjust record level. +4dBm maximum input level. 2.2.6. Audio In Mic Microphone input for recording messages. Mono. 1/8” mini jack. Up to 1.5k ohm impedance.
2.2.9. Audio Out Line Line level analog audio output for playing messages. Mono. Transformer isolated, RCA connection, 600 ohm impedance. Compatible with the unbalanced analog inputs of most audio equipment. 2.2.10. Audio Out SPKR Bridged, mono speaker output for playing messages. 2 position terminal connector. 4 watts into 8 ohms or 6 watts into 4 ohms. CAUTION: Referencing either of the speaker output terminals to ground will cause incorrect operation and may damage the unit.
2.3.2. Audio Sense Indicator This green LED monitors Off Audio signal is low or no signal present the presence of audio on recording input. This is On Signal present designed to indicate that the audio level is optimum for system performance. It is not an absolute reference that audio is present or not. 2.3.3. Record Indicator Cause This red LED indicates that Off System not in N/A The MacFi-mp record setup or is in record recording. setup mode or Blink Record setup mode Record setup button recording.
If a message is setup for recording, the record LED will be blinking and the message location will be displayed on the Message Number Display, pressing this button will initiate the recording process. Pressing it again, with the recording in process, will stop the recording. Pressing this button with no LEDs blinking and no message on the Message Number Display will have no effect. NOTE: Pressing and holding the Start/Stop button during power up will set the configuration settings to their default value.
Display Reads Cause Cycles through all segments 1 - 99 Both Decimals Blink Right Decimal Solid No messages to select for playback. FC Hi Lo Message number playing or recording Message location is occupied Delay, Pause or Repeat configuration has been modified on MacFi-mpe Bad Block Memory Test* MacFi-mpe serial port set for 115200** MacFi-mpe serial port set for 9600** * Hold Record pushbutton during power up to start Bad Block Memory Test.
3. OPERATION 3.1 Recording - Local Local recording is achieved through the LED’s and buttons located on the top of the MacFi-mp unit. Please reference the Manual Button & LED Configuration section of this manual for additional information on functions. Step 1 – Make all desired power, audio in, audio out, configuration switch and I/O connections to the unit and power up. Unit will initiate self test and default to idle mode(approx. 2 seconds).
Step 3 – Provide a maintained input signal between the message activation input desired(Connector 1, terminals 2-9) and common(Connector 1 terminal 1). Both the Record and corresponding message on the Message Number Display will remain solid during recording Step 4 – Start audio source. Step 5 – Release message activation input to stop recording. Step 6 – Release recording input to exit record mode. 3.
Step 1 – Make all desired power, audio out, configuration switch and I/O connections to the unit and power up. Unit will initiate self test and default to idle mode. Step 2 – Provide a momentary or maintained contact closure between the message input(Connector 1, terminals 29) desired and common(Connector 1, terminal 1). Message Number Display will show the message number during playback.
4. MacFi-mpe ENHANCED FEATURES The purpose of this section is to document and explain the added features of the MacFi-mpe. In brief, these features include RS-232 (Serial) control and Synchronization Relay. These features also change some physical attributes of the original MacFi unit. These physical changes include, a 3 position Euro style connector for serial communications, an RCA type input for automated sync track encoding, a sync pushbutton for manual sync track encoding.
5. WARRANTY, SERVICE & RETURNS The industrial grade housing and quality construction of the Mackenzie MacFi-mp virtually eliminates the need for service or maintenance. There are no user-serviceable components within the Mackenzie MacFi-mp. Refer all servicing to the factory. 5.1 Warranty Coverage: The Mackenzie MacFi-mp is tested and checked before shipment and is guaranteed against defective material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase.
5.2 What we ask you to do: To get warranty service for your MacFi-mp system, you must provide proof of the date of original purchase. In the event you need to ship your MacFi-mp system to the factory for service, call us for a return authorization number. When you ship your MacFi-mp system, you must prepay all shipping cost. We suggest that you retain your original packing material in the event that you need to ship your MacFi-mp system.
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