Crown Audio PIP-BLU Module - Manual (Page 7)

Networked PIP Series
Reference Manual
page 7
PIP-BLU
A. Balanced Audio Input & Output Connectors
Input and Output Connectors should be separated, similar to USP4-CN. They are
both 3-pin removable barrier strip connectors, one per channel. Audio input and
output cable must be clamped with Crown Part Number: 5014526 (Fair-Rite MPN:
0431176451) ferrite core. The audio cable must be looped through the ferrite core
at least once for emissions regulation compliance.
B. BLU Link Connection
Two standard RJ-45 connectors allows the module to be part of a BLU link network
ring.
C. Preset Indicator
BLU Link is a digital audio bus with a ring topology. While the digital audio bus
does utilize Category 5 cabling and RJ-45 connectors, it is not a network audio
protocol. The bus cannot utilize a network switch. For more information regarding
the digital audio bus, please contact BSS Audio. Signals the number of the current
preset, if active, by flashing a series of flashes equal to the current preset number.
The indicator will also flash twice a second when receiving an locate command.
D. Reset/Preset Switch
Used to change presets, restore settings to factory default or restore all the presets
to the factory defaults. During operations of the switch, the Data indicator flashes
as an aid to the user.
E. Data Indicator
Flashes when the PIP module receives a valid command that is addressed to the
PIP-BLU. It will also blink twice a second if the unit is receiving a locate command.
F. Network Connector
The network connector is a standard RJ-45 connector that allows the PIP-BLU
to connector to an Ethernet network. Connection is made through a standard
Category 5 cable or better to a network switch port. The core ferrite must be
clamped on the network cable for emissions regulation compliance.
PIP-BLU
BLU link IN
OUT ETHERNET
ACT LINK
PRESET
DATA
OUT IN
PIP-BLU Controls, Indicators and Connectors
(Note: Actual Product Artwork May Vary Slightly)