Eclipse EHX System Networking Eclipse HX matrices

► Networking matrices together allows 2 or more different studios, OB Vans or sites to share the same facilities and appear as one large transparent system. External 4-wires appearing on the MCR system can be transferred over the network to another studio system for use in a production. ► The network can be inside one building / campus / across cities or worldwide. Simply linking a OB Van to the Studio matrix forms a network. ► Networked systems allow operators to intelligently “SEE “ who is calling them from the remote matrix and not just hear the audio. ► Trunk lines are setup between the matrices and the intercom panels are simply configured to have keys that access other panels / 4wires on the remote system Ethernet data Trunk lines NETWORKED MATRICES OVERVIEW

All networked systems must have ► Ethernet LAN (IP) connection to all matrices in the network to transfer data ► Trunk Lines (analogue or digital) to carry the audio between the matrices ►The number of trunk lines needed depends on the number of simultaneous conversations (average of 5-8 is required per matrix) LAN or WAN applications ► Analogue 4wire trunk lines – used across both LAN & WAN ► Digital E1/T1 trunk lines - used across both LAN & WAN ► IP trunk lines (IVC-32,Voice2 or 3 rd party unit) - used across both LAN & WAN ► Fibre trunk lines using the E-FIB card (distance 5-10Km) - used across LAN ► AES 10 Madi trunk lines using E-Madi card – used across LAN NETWORKED MATRIX LINKS Trunk Lines (analogue or digital) Ethernet LAN NETWORKED MATRICES OVERVIEW

The network topology can be ► Ring (when using fibre or 4wires / E1) ► Star – using 4wires /E1 ► Mesh – using 4wires /E1 Fibre rings can also have 4wire / E1 trunk lines branching of a spur All topologies use trunk forwarding methods to find the best possible route between systems even if there is no direct connection or a path is down Up to 15 matrices can be networked together using any network connection. The trunk lines not only support point to point calls but also conference (partyline) and group calls. Trunk lines may even be reserved for use by a particular panel / 4wire RING STAR MESH NETWORKED MATRIX LINKS NETWORKED MATRICES OVERVIEW

1. Create map for system 1 and declare the MVX ports to be used as trunk lines in the matrix hardware screen 2. Create map for system 2 and declare the MVX ports to be used as trunk lines in the matrix hardware screen. Make sure system 2 has a different IP address to system 1 3. Go to the “systems” screen and join the trunk lines together. ►Connect the audio crossover cables between the matrices 4. Place keys from the remote matrix onto your local panels 5. Download map to both systems – making sure that each matrix has a different IP address SETUP ANALOGUE TRUUNK LINES NETWORKED MATRICES OVERVIEW

Matrix A, Matrix B, Ethernet data 1.Create map for system 1 and declare the fibre card and the number of trunk lines per card in the matrix hardware screen 2.Create map for system 2 and declare the fibre card and the number of trunk lines per card in the matrix hardware screen. Make sure system 2 has a different IP address to system 1 3.Go to the “systems” screen and join the fibre cards together. ► Connect the fibre cable between the matrices 4.Place keys from the remote matrix onto your local panels 5.Download map to both systems – making sure that each matrix has a different IP address SETUP FIBRE TRUNK LINES NETWORKED MATRICES OVERVIEW

► Network two matrices together ► Build a Group with remote members ► Build a Conference / Partyline that can be accessed by panels on both matrices ► Build a Route with a remote destination ► Activate a Remote relay HANDS ON DEMOSTRATION NETWORKED MATRICES OVERVIEW Ethernet data Trunk lines

NETWORKED MATRICES OVERVIEW  IVC-32 IP CONNECTION (Directs and Trunks) ETHERNET DATA (CPU CARD)

IVC-32 IP Directs and Trunks  The Eclipse IVC-32 cards allow directs and trunks over IP network infrastructure. All IP trunks and directs can be compared directly to 4-wire trunks and directs. They consist of:  A single duplex audio channel  A known start point and end point  Links have to be made over IP before the trunk/direct can be used.  One side calls the other to set up the link and is known as the caller. The other side receiving the call checks and decides if it can set up the link – this is the recipient. IVC-32 IP DIRECTS AND TRUNKS

Configuring an IP Trunk  In the Cards and Ports screen, for each of the IVC-32 cards, right click on the card and select Card Properties.  From the IVC-32 Card Properties screen, enter valid IP addresses and gateways for the card.  In the Cards and Ports screen, select the trunk port.  From the properties list, select IP Port Options, and enter valid settings for the Network Connection, Audio Codec and VOIP Caller.  Repeat for any matrices in the linked set you wish to link over IP (1 port per trunk link, point to point). IVC-32 IP DIRECTS AND TRUNKS

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