EVS AAD08 Dual Channel 1 To 8 Analog Audio Distribution Amplifier User Manual
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AAD08 Dual Channel 1 To 8 Analog Audio Distribution Amplifier
INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION MANUAL
AAD08
DUAL CHANNEL 1 TO 8 ANALOG AUDIO DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIER
INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION MANUAL AAD08
Copyright
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Copyright © 2001 2021. All rights reserved.
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WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE
ALWAYS disconnect your entire system from the AC mains before cleaning any component. The product frame (SFR18 or SFR04) must be terminated with three- conductor AC mains power cord that includes an earth ground connection. To prevent shock hazard, all three connections must always be used. NEVER use flammable or combustible chemicals for cleaning components. NEVER operate this product if any cover is removed. NEVER wet the inside of this product with any liquid. NEVER pour or spill liquids directly onto this unit. NEVER block airflow through ventilation slots. NEVER bypass any fuse. NEVER replace any fuse with a value or type other than those specified. NEVER attempt to repair this product. If a problem occurs, contact your local EVS distributor. NEVER expose this product to extremely high or low temperatures. NEVER operate this product in an explosive atmosphere. Warranty: EVS warrants their products according to the warranty policy as described in the general terms. That means that EVS Broadcast Equipment SA can only warrant the products as long as the serial numbers are not removed.
Copyright © 2001 2021 EVS Broadcast Equipment SA
Date created:
19-12-01
Date last revised:
11-11-06
EVS, the EVS logo and Synapse are trademarks of EVS Broadcast Equipment SA
This product complies with the requirements of the product family standards for audio, video, audio-visual entertainment lighting control apparatus for professional use as mentioned below.
EN60950 EN55103-1: 1996 EN55103-2: 1996
Safety Emission Immunity
EVS Broadcast Equipment AAD08
Tested To Comply With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
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Introduction to Synapse
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An Introduction to Synapse
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Local Control Panel
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Remote Control Capabilities
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Unpacking and Placement
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Unpacking
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Locating the card
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A Quick Start
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Power-up
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Default settings
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Changing settings and parameters
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Front Panel Control
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Example of changing parameters using front panel control
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Synapse Setup Software
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Menu Structure Example
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The AAD08 Card
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Introduction
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Key Features
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High Quality performance
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Transformer coupled Inputs
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Variable Gain
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Peak Detection
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Silence Detection
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Back planes
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Miscellaneous
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Settings Menu
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Introduction
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Gain-CH_1
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Gain-CH_2
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Peak-CH_1
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Peak-CH_2
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Silence-CH_1
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Silence-CH_2
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Mute
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Status Menu
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Introduction
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Audio-CH_1
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Audio-CH_2
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Events Menu
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Introduction
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What is the Goal of an event?
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AAD08 Events
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Announcements
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Input_CH1
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Input_CH2
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Audio-Data_CH1
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Audio-Data_CH2
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What information is available in an event?
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The Message String
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The Tag
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Defining Tags
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The Priority
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The Address
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LED Indication
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Error LED
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Input LED
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Data Error
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Connection LED
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Block Schematic
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Connector Panel
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1 Introduction to Synapse
An Introduction to Synapse
Synapse is a modular system designed for the broadcast industry. High density, intuitive operation and high quality processing are key features of this system. Synapse offers a full range of converters and processing modules. Please visit the EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Website at http://www.evs.com to obtain the latest information on our new products and updates.
Local Control Panel The local control panel gives access to all adjustable
parameters
and provides status information for any of the cards in the Synapse frame,
including the Synapse rack controller. The local control panel is also used to
back-up and restore card settings. Please refer to the RRC18, RRC10 and RRC04
manuals for a detailed description of the local control panel, the way to set-
up remote control over IP and for frame related settings and status
information.
Remote Control The remote control options are explained in the rack controller
Capabilities (RRC18/RRC10/RRC04) manual. The method of connection to a
computer using Ethernet is described in the RRC manual.
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CHECK-OUT: “SYNAPSE SET-UP” SOFTWARE WILL INCREASE SYSTEM FLEXIBILITY OF ONE OR MORE SYNAPSE FRAMES
Although not required to Setup a Synapse frame, you are strongly advised to use a remote personal computer or laptop PC with the Synapse Setup software as this increases the ease of use and understanding of the modules.
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2 Unpacking and Placement
Unpacking
The EVS Synapse card must be unpacked in an anti-static environment. Care must be taken NOT to touch components on the card always handle the card carefully by the edges. The card must be stored and shipped in anti-static packaging. Ensuring that these precautions are followed will prevent premature failure from components mounted on the board.
Locating the card
The Synapse card can be placed vertically in an SFR18 frame or horizontally in an SFR04 frame. Locate the two guide slots to be used, slide in the mounted circuit board, and push it firmly to locate the connectors.
Correct insertion of card is essential as a card that is not located properly may show valid indicators, but does not function correctly.
NOTE: On power up all LED’s will light for a few seconds, this is the time it takes to initialise the card.
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3 A Quick Start
Power-up
On powering up the Synapse frame, the card set will use basic data and default initialisation settings. All LED’s will light during this process. After initialisation, several LED’s will remain lit the exact number and configuration is dependant upon the number of inputs connected and the status of the inputs.
Default settings In the default condition, the AAD08 will act as a dual
channel 1 to
8 Analogue Audio Distribution Amplifier.
Changing settings The front panel controls or the Synapse Set-Up Software can
be
and parameters used to change settings. An overview of the settings can be
found
in chapter 5, 6 and 7 of this manual.
Front Panel Control Front Panel Display and Cursor
[No Alarms]
Settings are displayed and changed as follows;
Use the cursor `arrows’ on the front panel to select the menu and parameter to be displayed and/or changed.
Press Press Press
Press
To go forward through the menu structure. To go back through the menu structure. To move up within a menu or increase the value of a parameter. To move down through a menu or decrease the value of a parameter.
NOTE: Whilst editing a setting, pressing twice will reset the value to its default.
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Example of With the display as shown below
changing
parameters using
front panel control
RRC18 [Select Card] >S01=SFS10
Pressing the selects the SFS10 in frame slot 01.
The display changes to indicate that the SFS10 has been selected. In this example the Settings menu item is indicated.
SFS10 [Select Menu] >Settings
Pressing the selects the menu item shown, in this example Settings.
(Pressing or will change to a different menu eg Status, Events).
The display changes to indicate that the SFS10 Settings menu item SDI-Format
has been selected and shows that it current setting is Auto.
SFS10 [Settings] >SDI-Format=Auto
Pressing the selects the settings item shown, in this example SDI-Format.
(Pressing or will change to a different setting, eg Mode, H-Delay). The
display changes to indicate that the SFS10 Edit Setting menu item SDI-Format
has been selected.
SFS10 [Edit Setting] To edit the setting of the menu item press or . All menu items can be monitored and/or changed in this way. Changing a setting has an immediate effect.
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Synapse Setup Synapse Setup Software can be used to change the settings of
Software
Synapse modules from a PC, either locally or remotely. The software enables communication based on TCP/IP between the
Setup PC and Synapse frames/modules.
Each Synapse frame is addressed through its rack controller’s unique IP address, giving access to each module, its menus and adjustment items. The Synapse Setup software has access to data contained within the Synapse module and displays it on a GUI. The software has an intuitive structure following that of the module that it is controlling.
Having selected the desired Frame and Module from the GUI Synapse Network View, select the menu item that you wish to open. Opening the menu item gives a complete list of available properties with their associated Value.
For example to change a setting e.g. SDI-Format, select SDIFormat form the list of settings by `double clicking’ to open a dialogue box. The dialogue box allows parameters to be changed or set to default value. On completion close the dialogue box.
Menu Structure Example
Slot Module
Item
Parameter
Setting
S02
Identity
S01 SFS10 Settings SDI- Auto
Format
S00 RRC18
Status
Mode
625
Events
Ref-Input
525
H-Delay
NOTE: Further information about Front Panel Control and Synapse Setup Software can be obtained from the RRC18 and RRC04 operational manuals.
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4 The AAD08 Card
Introduction The EVS AAD08 Analog Audio Distribution Amplifier, provides
dual channel 8 way distribution. It utilises high quality components to
provide high reliability and excellent audio performance. The AAD08 features
Transformer couple inputs, Variable Gain, Peak Detection and Silence
Detection.
Key Features The Key features of the AAD08 are as follows:
High Quality The AAD08 uses high quality analogue components to ensure that
performance the signal path has low distortion and a high signal to noise
ratio.
Transformer The two inputs of the AAD08 are transformer coupled. coupled
Inputs
Variable Gain The AAD08 can amplify or attenuate the output signal to ensure
that the appropriate audio level is maintained
Peak Detection The level at which peaks are detected can be set using the peak
detection circuitry.
Silence Detection The level at which silence is detected can be set using the
silence
detection circuitry
Back planes The AAD08 can be used with the BPL06 back plane.
Miscellaneous The AAD08 cards fit into the EVS SFR04 & SFR18 rack.
LED’s on the front of the board indicate the presence of an Audio Input
signal, Connection & Processor Errors. The AAD08 can be controlled by EVS
Synapse set-up software.
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5 Settings Menu
Introduction The settings menu displays the current state of each setting
within
the AAD08 and enables the item to be changed or adjusted. Settings can be
changed using the front panel of the Synapse frame (SFR18 or SFR04) or Synapse
Setup software. Please refer to chapter 3 for information on the Synapse front
panel control and Synapse Setup software.
Gain-CH_1
The settings menu item Gain-CH_1 controls the output gain of channel 1, the left channel. Gain-CH_1 has and adjustment range between 95.5dB and +31.5dB (in 0.5 dB steps). When Gain-CH_1 is set to 0dB the output level is equal to the input level. The default setting of Gain-CH_1 is 0dB.
Gain-CH_2
The settings menu item Gain-CH_2 controls the output gain of channel 2, the right channel. Gain-CH_2 has and adjustment range between 95.5dB and +31.5dB (in 0.5 dB steps). When Gain-CH_2 is set to 0dB the output level is equal to the input level. The default setting of Gain-CH_2 is 0dB.
Peak-CH_1
Peak-CH_1 adjusts the threshold of the peak detection circuitry used to trigger Status and Event conditions (see later). The adjustment range of Peak- CH_1 is between 0dBu and +24dBu. The default setting of Peak-CH_1 is 24dBu.
Peak-CH_2
Peak-CH_2 adjusts the threshold of the peak detection circuitry used to trigger Status and Event conditions (see later). The adjustment range of Peak- CH_2 is between 0dBu and +24dBu. The default setting of Peak-CH_2 is 24dBu.
Silence-CH_1
The setting Silence-CH_1 sets the level of the silence detection circuitry used to trigger Status and Event conditions (see later). The adjustment range of Silence-CH_1 is between 27.5dBu and 50dBu. The default setting of SilenceCH_1 is -30dBu.
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Silence-CH_2 Mute
The setting Silence-CH_2 sets the level of the silence detection circuitry
used to trigger Status and Event conditions (see later). The adjustment range
of Silence-CH_2 is between 27.5dBu and 50dBu. The default setting of
SilenceCH_2 is -30dBu.
The menu item Mute activates a mute when set to On. Both channels will be
muted. The default setting of Mute is Off.
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6 Status Menu
Introduction The status menu indicates the current status of each item listed
below.
Audio-CH_1 The status item Audio-CH_1 indicates the condition of an
analog audio signal at the input of channel 1. Audio-CH_1 indicates if the
input signal is OK, Peak or NA (not available). The level at which Peak will
be indicated is set by the corresponding Menu Settings, Peak-CH1, please
refer to Chapter 5. The indication NA indicates the channel is silent, the
silence level is set by the corresponding Menu Settings, Silence-CH, please
refer to Chapter 5.
Audio-CH_2 The status item Audio-CH_2 indicates the condition of an
analog audio signal at the input of channel 2. Audio-CH_2 indicates if the
input signal is OK, Peak or NA (not available). The level at which Peak will
be indicated is set by the corresponding Menu Settings, Peak-CH_2, please
refer to Chapter 5. The indication NA indicates the channel is silent, the
silence level is set by the corresponding Menu Settings, Silence-CH_2, please
refer to Chapter 5.
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7 Events Menu
Introduction An event is a special message that is generated on the card
asynchronously. This means that it is not the response to a request to the
card, but a spontaneous message.
What is the Goal of an event?
The goal of events is to inform the environment about a changing condition on the card. A message may be broadcast to mark the change in status. The message is volatile and cannot be retrieved from the system after it has been broadcast. There are several means by which the message can be filtered.
AAD08 Events The events reported by the AAD08 are as follows;
Announcements Announcements is not an event. This item is only used for
switching the announcement of status changes on/off. 0=off, other =on
Input_CH1 Input_CH1 reports the loss of the audio at the input of channel
1 by detecting Silence and can be set between 0 .. 255. 0= no event, 1..255 is
the priority setting.
Input_CH2 Input_CH2 reports the loss of the audio at the input of channel
2 by detecting Silence and can be set between 0 .. 255. 0= no event, 1..255 is
the priority setting.
Audio-Data_CH1 Audio-Data_CH1 reports if channel 1 audio has reached the
Peak level set by the setting item Peak-CH_1 and can be set between 0 .. 255.
0= no event, 1..255 is the priority setting.
Audio-Data_CH2 Audio-Data_CH2 reports if channel 2 audio has reached the
Peak level set by the setting item Peak-CH_2 and can be set between 0 .. 255.
0= no event, 1..255 is the priority setting.
What information is The message consists of the following items; available in
an
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event? 1) A message string to show what has happened in text, for
example: “INP_LOSS”, “REF_LOSS”, “INP_RETURN”.
2) A tag that also shows what happens, but with a predefined number: e.g. 1 (=
loss of input), 2 (= loss of reference), 129(= 1+128 = return of input). For a
list of these predefined tags see the table on the next page.
3) A priority that marks the importance of an event. This value is defined by
the user and can have any value between 1 and 255, or 0 when disabled.
4) A slot number of the source of this event.
The Message String The message string is defined in the card and is therefore
fixed. It
may be used in controlling software like Synapse Set-up to show the event.
The Tag
The tag is also defined in the card. The tag has a fixed meaning. When controlling or monitoring software should make decisions based on events, it is easier to use the tag instead of interpreting a string. The first implementation is the tag controlled switch in the GPI16.
In cases where the event marks a change to fault status (e.g. 1 for Loss of Input) the complement is marked by the tag increased by 128 (80hex) (e.g. 129 (81hex) for Return of Input).
Defining Tags The tags defined for the AAD08 are:
Event Menu Item Announcements
Input_CH1
Input_CH2
Audio-Data_CH1 Audio-Data_CH2
Tag 0 or NA
0 or NA
01hex=INP_LOSS
81hex=INP_RETURN
01hex=INP_LOSS
81hex=INP_RETURN
05hex=AUDIO_ERROR 85hex=AUDIO_OK 05hex=AUDIO_ERROR 85hex=AUDIO_OK
Description Announcing of report and control values Ch 1 input lost or returned Ch 2 input lost or returned Audio data error Audio data error
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The Priority
The priority is a user-defined value. The higher the priority of the alarm, the higher this value. Setting the priority to Zero disables the announcement of this alarm. Alarms with priorities equal or higher than the Error Threshold setting of the RRC will cause the error LED on the Synapse rack front panel to light.
The Address Together with the message string or the tag, the slot number or
address of the card is relevant to be able to assign the event to a certain
card.
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8 LED Indication
Error LED The error LED indicates an error if the internal logic of the
AAD08 card is not configured correctly or has a hardware failure.
Input LED This LED indicated the presence of a valid analog audio signal on
the input.
Data Error The Data Error LED indicates that the Peak Level or Silence
Level as set in the settings menu has been reached.
Connection LED This LED illuminates after the card has initialised. The LED
lights for 0.5 seconds every time a connection is made to the card.
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9 Block Schematic
AAD08
ANALOG AUDIO IN A PASSIVE LOOP
VARIABLE GAIN
0.5dB STEPS
PEAK SILENCE DETECTION
ANALOG AUDIO IN B PASSIVE LOOP
VARIABLE GAIN
0.5dB STEPS
PEAK SILENCE DETECTION
INTERNAL SYNAPSE BUS
µP
Rack cont roller
ANALOG AUDIO A1 ANALOG AUDIO A2 ANALOG AUDIO A3 ANALOG AUDIO A4 ANALOG AUDIO
A5 ANALOG AUDIO A6 ANALOG AUDIO A7 ANALOG AUDIO A8
ANALOG AUDIO B1 ANALOG AUDIO B2 ANALOG AUDIO B3 ANALOG AUDIO B4 ANALOG AUDIO
B5 ANALOG AUDIO B6 ANALOG AUDIO B7 ANALOG AUDIO B8
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10 Connector Panel
The AAD08 can be used with the following backplane: BPL06, BPL06M.
BPL06
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OUTPUT
OUTPUT
INPUT
CN101
Input Loop
CN102
Output
CN103
Output
AAD08
CHA CHB CHA CHB
CHA CHA CHB CHB CHA CHA CHB CHB
CHA CHA CHB CHB CHA CHA CHB CHB
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OUTPUT
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INPUT
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Input Loop
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Output
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Output
AAD08
CH1 CH2 CH1 CH2
CHA CHA CHA CHA CHA CHA CHA CHA
CHB CHB CHB CHB CHB CHB CHB CHB
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