Sony MAS-A100 Operating Instructions Manual

Sony MAS-A100 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions
Software Version 1.00
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MAS-A100
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  • Page 1 5-018-204-11 (1) Beamforming Microphone Operating Instructions Software Version 1.00 Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. MAS-A100 © 2020 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    [Restart/Log] tab ........24 Table of Contents [Update] tab .......... 24 [Legal] Page ..........25 [EULA] tab ..........25 [Software] tab ........25 Overview Using This Manual ........3 Operation Features ............4 Location and Function of Parts ....4 Installation, Connection, and Configuration Process Flow ..........
  • Page 3: Overview

    CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. the unit and related devices. Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time without notice. The software described herein...
  • Page 4: Features

    Features Location and Function of Parts The MAS-A100 is a beamforming type, ceiling- mounted microphone with a speech reinforcement and clear audio recording system for hands-free, hassle-free operation covering Ceiling bracket locations over a wide area. Lecturers and presenters can use both hands...
  • Page 5: Installation, Connection, And Configuration Process Flow

    If the LED starts flashing alternately between Installation, green and red, contact your Sony service representative. Connection, and LAN (network) connector (RJ-45)  Configuration Process Connect to a 100BASE-TX or 1000BASE-T compatible PoE switching hub using a LAN Flow cable (100/1000BASE-T Cat5e UTP or higher).
  • Page 6: System Configuration Example

    System Configuration Example The diagram below shows a typical system configuration. Management PC Dante compatible mixer/amplifier MAS-A100 MAS-A100 PoE switching hub Recorder Loudspeaker system Audio recording LAN cable (RJ-45 100/1000BASE-T Cat5e UTP or higher)
  • Page 7: Installation And Connection

    Junction box: Secure using screws matching the screw holes in the junction box. Choose the installation orientation such that the SONY logo of the unit is facing the front, and WARNING then drill wiring holes and screw holes as Use appropriate mounting screws for the necessary.
  • Page 8: Attaching

    Attaching Cable holder Hook the internal wire rope of the main unit around the hook of the ceiling bracket. Hook Ceiling Inserted from Inserted through center side of unit hole of ceiling bracket Internal wire Ceiling Notes rope bracket • You can work with the unit hanging from the ceiling bracket, but do not apply excessive force.
  • Page 9: Detaching

    Detaching Connecting Loosen the retaining screw until the unit can be turned. Connect the other end of the LAN cable connected to the unit to a PoE switching hub. Note The power source of the unit can be supplied The screw cannot be removed from the unit. from a IEEE802.3af PoE Class 0 device.
  • Page 10: Initial Setup

    Initial Setup Accessing the Unit from a Web Browser Perform the following configuration when starting the unit for the first time. This configuration is performed by the administrator. Perform the following configuration to enable access of the unit from a web browser. The MASM-1 Microphone Array System Manager and Setting Up a Computer Dante Controller are required for configuration.
  • Page 11: Configuring Initial Setup Items

    Specify the administrator account name Configuring Initial Setup and password. Items The [Initial Setup] screen appears when you access the unit as an administrator. Configure the unit using the following procedure. Notes • Be sure to change the user name and password used when you first access the unit during the initial setup.
  • Page 12 [HTTP Port Number]: Displays the port [IPv6 Address 1]: Enter the IP address of the number for HTTP. unit. [Prefix Length]: Enter the prefix length. [HTTPS Port Number]: Displays the port [IPv6 Default Gateway]: Enter the default number for HTTPS. gateway.
  • Page 13 [PC Clock] When finished, the following screen appears. Displays the date and time of the computer being used. [Date & Time Format] Select the date and time format to display. You can select [yyyy-mm-dd hh:mm:ss], [mm-dd-yyyy hh:mm:ss], or [dd-mm-yyyy hh:mm:ss]. [Time Setting] Select the method for setting the date and time.
  • Page 14: Configuration (Device Settings)

    Line 3: Displays the status of the Main output Configuration (Device Settings) and Rec output. “Mute” is displayed in both places when in standby state. This section describes the device settings on  Control icons each menu page of the unit. This configuration is performed by the administrator.
  • Page 15: Basic Operations In The Device Settings

    Basic Operations in the [Information] Page Device Settings Menu Displays basic information and the status of the Click an item in the device settings menu on the unit. left side of the screen to display the setup screen for that item. [Name]: Displays the name of the unit.
  • Page 16: [Audio] Page

    [Rec Output] [Audio] Page Configures the output settings for recording. [Output Level]: Same as for [Main Output]. [Capture Range]: Same as for [Main Output]. [Noise Gate]: Same as for [Main Output]. Use to configure the audio of the unit. [Common] These settings are applied to both [Main Output] and [Rec Output].
  • Page 17: [Network] Page

    Follow the on-screen instructions to [Network] Page perform calibration. Clicking [Tips] displays tips on a separate Use to configure the network settings for screen. The [Tips] screen describes the connection between the unit and a computer. calibration result score, and offers tips on how to achieve a higher score.
  • Page 18: [Security] Page

    [Security] Page Notes • The following characters are valid in user names and passwords. Include at least one upper-case letter, one lower-case letter, and Use to configure settings relating to security on one number in passwords. the unit. – Alphanumeric characters The screen consists of [User], [Access], [SSL], and –...
  • Page 19: [Ssl] Tab

    When [Enable] is selected, only SSL connections Tips are allowed. • The subnet mask value indicates the number of bits that are masked off from the left. For Precautions with SSL connections example, the subnet mask value for When you use only SSL connections with the SSL 255.255.255.0 is 24.
  • Page 20 • The certificate is not issued by a CA trusted [Status] by the customer’s system. Displays whether the status of the certificate is valid or invalid. The following status types are For reasons of security, we recommend using displayed. this certificate only when there is no problem and a lack of total security is not a concern, [Valid]: The certificate is correctly stored and such as for testing.
  • Page 21: [Referer] Tab

    [Referer] tab [External System] Page Use the [Referer] tab to configure the Referer check function. “Referer Check” is a function that checks whether the web page which requested You can set whether to allow or disable control the access is legitimate when the unit is of this unit by other models on the same network accessed from an external source.
  • Page 22: [System] Page

    [Option] tab [System] Page Use to configure the basic system settings of the unit. The screen consists of [Device info], [Option], and [Date & Time] tabs. [Device info] tab [Language] Specify the display language of the screen. You can select [English], [Japanese], [German], [French], [Spanish], or [Chinese].
  • Page 23: [Date & Time] Tab

    [Date & Time] tab Note If the time zone selected in [Time Zone] and the time zone of the computer are different, a date and time reflecting the difference in time zones is set on the unit. To adjust for Daylight Savings Time automatically Place a check mark in [Automatically adjust for Daylight Savings Time.] to automatically adjust...
  • Page 24: [Maintenance] Page

    lending or transferring the unit to another [Maintenance] Page person and when disposing of the unit. [Operation Log] Click the [Download] button to download the Use for maintenance of the unit. operation log containing the usage and status The screen consists of [Restart/Log] and information recorded on the unit.
  • Page 25: [Legal] Page

    [Legal] Page This page displays the EULA and software information for the unit. The screen consists of [EULA] and [Software] tabs. [EULA] tab Displays the EULA (End User License Agreement). [Software] tab Displays the software licenses used by the unit.
  • Page 26: Operation

    Operation This section describes the operation of the unit after configuration is completed. Access the unit from a web browser. For details about accessing the unit, see “Accessing the Unit from a Web Browser” (page 10). The following screen appears. If the unit is accessed as an administrator, click [Administration Menu] to display the setup screen for the device configuration...
  • Page 27: Appendix

    WHATSOEVER. settings. Since the login status remains in the • SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CLAIMS OF Web browser, close the Web browser when ANY KIND MADE BY USERS OF THIS UNIT OR you complete the settings to prevent MADE BY THIRD PARTIES.
  • Page 28: Indicator/Message List

    • The LED may have been turned off on the [System] page. Set [System] > [Option] > [LED] to On. LED is flashing alternately between green Indicates a board error. Consult your Sony service representative. and red Web browser display...
  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before requesting service, check the following as a guide to troubleshooting the problem. Also refer to the troubleshooting information in the System Integration Guide. If the problem persists, consult your Sony service representative. Symptom Cause Solution The unit does not turn...
  • Page 30: About Use Of Gnu Gpl/Lgpl Software

    URL and follow the download (main unit only) instructions. Approx. 1.3 kg (2 lb 14 oz) http://oss.sony.net/Products/Linux (with ceiling bracket) We would prefer that you do not contact us Operating temperature about the contents of the source code.
  • Page 31: Dimensions (Main Unit)

    Dimensions (main unit) Unit: mm (inches) Without ceiling bracket With ceiling bracket...
  • Page 32: Dimensions (Ceiling Bracket)

    Dimensions (ceiling bracket) Unit: mm (inches) 85.7 ± 0.5 ± 45° ± 1° 46 ± 0.5 85.7 ± 0.5 ± ± 13 × ø4.5 ± 0.2 ± 83.5 ± 0.5 ± 120° ± 1° 88.9 ± 0.5 ±...
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