Preset names must be 20 characters or less. While working in Protea NE Software, changes to an individual preset can be saved to the ne24.24M using , or saved to the PC using . Individual preset files use the extension (*.pne). Sub Presets: Instead of saving or recalling an entire preset affecting all functions, a sub-preset affecting only a sub-set of functions may be used. To save a sub-preset, check the boxed labelled in the audio control functions to be stored in the sub preset, and then click , then . Since there are no user controls on the ne24.24M, the only way to load presets is by using Protea NE Software to recall files saved on either the PC or the ne24.24M. The exception to this is through the use of contact closures or the Ashly WR-5 wall- mounted remote control. Contact closures can load presets 1-8 from the ne24.24M memory using switches wired to the rear panel contact closure connector block (see sec. 5.4). Note: A preset recall event will overwrite any unsaved changes, so be sure the current configuration is saved before continuing or it will be lost. The ne24.24M always loads the last working settings on power-up, so as to preserve any changes should the power be inadvertently turned off prior to saving a preset. Caution: A new preset may have dramatically different settings capable of damaging sound system components, so be careful not to recall the wrong preset while the system is on. 9.3 Copying Settings to Another Input Or Output To quickly transfer all settings from one input or output to another input or output channel within the same unit, right click on the channel number and choose from the available options to copy, paste, or link with another channel. 9.4 Security There are multiple user/multiple levels of protection assignable to the ne24.24M within the software pull down menu, from full access to view only, with User ID and Passwords assigned for each available unit. The ne24.24M security data is stored within the unit, not Protea NE Software. Passwords are case sensitive. Be sure to write Operating Manual - ne24.24M Matrix Processor 18 down the password and store in a convenient place for future reference. If the password is forgotten, a limited password reset can be done by pressing and holding the factory reset switch for two seconds during power up. Note: Holding the reset switch for a full 10 seconds during power up will perform a full factory reset, changing all presets to the factory default. 9.5 Metering Separate software tabs allow for input/output metering in dBu, as well as dynamics metering in dB. 10 REMOTE CONTROL Ashly makes several remote control options which can be used with the ne24.24M. The WR-1, WR-1.5, and WR-2 are passive wall-box mounted remotes which can adjust volume or select presets. The WR-5 and neWR-5 are active programmable button controllers with user defined button functions and an LED display, also wall-box installed. Each requires a standard decora plate, purchased separately. The RD-8 and FR-8/16 are programmable fader remotes, and do not require an additional decora plate. 10.1 WR-1 Volume Control The WR-1 is an assignable, dual potentiometer remote volume control for the ne24.24M. Each volume control is connected to a terminal block on the WR-1 circuit board, which in turn must be wired to the ne24.24M back panel euroblock connector labeled “0 - 5 Volt Remote Level Control”. Do not connect the WR-1 remote level control ground to any other external grounds. By connecting a volume control to a specific pin (1-8), that pin can be assigned in an input or output main control surface "Remote" tool to control level. It is possible to simultaneously select the same input or output channel to multiple remote level control pins. Note, however, that the resulting attenuation on that channel is cumulative, meaning that channel’s gain is set by combining the value of all remote level controls assigned to that channel. In addition to using a WR-1 as the control device, the remote level control feature can be used for relay activated muting of selected channels, as in a fire alarm application. Level control is “attenuate only” meaning that the maximum setting of the control potentiometer (fully clockwise) results in 0 dB gain of the controlled channel. A label template can be found on the Ashly website for printing input or output channel names under control of the WR-1 and sliding the paper behind the mylar overlay windows. The two +5V pins and two ground pins on the WR-1 euroblock connector are tied together on the circuit board, so it is only necessary to run one +5V line and one ground line to the WR-1 from the ne24.24M. These pins are provided for daisy-chaining multiple WR-1 controllers together. 0-5V Remote Level Control 1 2 G* CV-2 +5* G CV-1 +5 1 2 WR-1 Wire CV-1 and CV-2 To Pin 1-8 * the two ground pins and two +5 pins on ...
