2 contents – Alyseum ALeX User Manual
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ALeX – User’s manual © - Revision 1.7
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2 Contents
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Caution .............................................................................................................................1
2
Contents ...........................................................................................................................2
3
What’s the ALeX ?............................................................................................................3
3.1.1 Block diagram with 1 MIDI Out .............................................................................3
3.1.2 Block diagram with 2 MIDI Out .............................................................................4
3.2
Features ...................................................................................................................4
3.3
Specifications ...........................................................................................................4
4
Hardware..........................................................................................................................5
4.1
Package content.......................................................................................................5
4.2
Accessories ..............................................................................................................5
4.3
Front panel description .............................................................................................5
4.4
How to install the ALeX? ..........................................................................................6
4.4.1 Equipment opening...............................................................................................6
4.4.2 Choosing a location for the ALeX module ............................................................6
4.4.3 Mechanical works .................................................................................................6
4.4.4 How to find the solder points for the MIDI In.........................................................7
4.4.5 How to find the solder points for the MIDI Out......................................................7
4.4.6 Schematic for 1 MIDI In and 1 MIDI Out...............................................................7
4.4.7 Schematic for 1 MIDI In and 2 MIDI Outs .............................................................8
4.4.8 Power supply connection......................................................................................8
4.4.9 Powering up..........................................................................................................8
4.4.10 Jumper configuration ............................................................................................9
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Software .........................................................................................................................10
5.1
CopperLan Manager...............................................................................................10
5.2
Merging function .....................................................................................................10
5.3
Establish connections.............................................................................................10
5.4
Settings...................................................................................................................11
5.5
Firmware Upgrade software ...................................................................................11
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About ..............................................................................................................................12
6.1
Ethernet ..................................................................................................................12
6.1.1 Note about Wi-Fi use ..........................................................................................12
6.1.2 Tips for a efficient Ethernet Network...................................................................12
6.2
CopperLan..............................................................................................................12
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Miscelleanous.................................................................................................................13
7.1
Disclaimer...............................................................................................................13
7.2
Maintenance ...........................................................................................................13
7.3
Static Electricity, ESD.............................................................................................13
7.3.1 Standard symbols for ESD advertising ...............................................................13
7.3.2 Some tips and precautions for ESD sensitive environment................................13
7.4
How to wiring the Ethernet cable ?.........................................................................14
7.5
Statement and Agency Compliance .......................................................................15
7.5.1 WEEE (for EU countries) ...................................................................................15
7.5.2 RoHS Compliance (for EU countries) ................................................................15
7.5.3 CE (for EU countries).........................................................................................15
7.6
Warranty and repair................................................................................................15
7.7
MIDI Chart ..............................................................................................................16