AWS 924-948 - Solid State Logic

Pre InstallationINSTALLATIONPRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTSConsole Control SurfaceThe AWS console is a self contained system; there are no remote power supplies or I/O racks. The frame is not fitted withcooling fans.iSee the appendices for the console footprint diagram.Power ConnectionsThe console is fitted with auto-sensing power supplies which will function at any voltage from 100 to 230 volts ±10% withoutadjustment.Three IEC mains power-leads are supplied: one with a UK 3-pin fused plug fitted, one with US-style 3-pin mains plug fittedand one with a european 3-pin plug. Please select the appropriate lead for the local power outlets.Service AccessAccess to all electronic assemblies within the frame is from the front of the console. Note however, that each of theconsole’s modules is retained by a screw through its rear panel. It is necessary therefore, to have access to the rear of theconsole.Thermal ConsiderationsThe console is cooled by convection from the front inlet (in the knee panels) to the exit at the top of the rear panels. It isvery important that these ventilation grills are not obstructed in any way.The heatsink fins on the console rear panels can reach temperatures of approximately 30 degrees Celsius above theambient room temperature.Air ConditioningIt is unlikely that additional air conditioning will be required after installing the AWS (typical dissipation of 450W for theAWS 924 and 600W for the AWS 948). It is possible however, that when all the studio equipment is taken intoconsideration, particularly if additional lighting is being installed, the combined heat output could be sufficient to cause thetemperature to rise to uncomfortable levels. The appendix section contains environmental specifications for SSL equipment.Cable DuctingCable ducting may be required between the console and any outboard racks and the recording areas. If a full remotepatchbay is being provided then the ducting will need to be large enough for sufficient 24-circuit multicore cables to beaccommodated – 12 for the AWS 924 and 15 for the AWS 948.GroundingA standard system should not require any additional grounding over and above that provided by a correctly installed mainssupply. The console’s chassis is permanently bonded to mains earth.The mains input ground wire MUST be connected to the supply earth.AWS 924-948 Owner’s Manual Page 1-1