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Quick User Guide

SmartGen 6.0
UECP Compatible RDS/RBDS Encoder
with LAN, USB & RS-232 Connectivity

BEFORE YOU USE THIS PRODUCT

In order to be able to enjoy all the benefits of owning your new
DEVA product, please verify first that the latest software and
firmware release were installed.
Visit www.devabroadcast.com/downloads for the most
recent software and firmware downloads, prior the installation.

DEVA Broadcast Limited is an ISO 9001:2015 / ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 certified company.
 This Quick user guide will make the installation of the RDS/RBDS Encoder SmartGen 6.0 quick and
easy. Applying these principles, you can simplify the process and save yourself extra time and effort. For
more information about the Safety precautions and the Operating environment recommendations
please refer to the complete User Manual.

STEP 1 Connection

1. Install the unit on its operation place;

2. Before connecting the AC Power, make sure that the mains supply at your location matches SmartGen
6.0 Power Supply Factory Settings. The unit can operate within the range of 100 - 240 VAC, 1 Amp
Fuse;
3. Configure the desired operating mode - sidechain or loop-through before the device is installed in the
signal path (For more information refer to Step 2 & Step 3);
4. Before connecting SmartGen 6.0 to other air-chain equipment, use the WEB Interface, SmartGen
Encoders Manager or the Front panel navigational menu to confirm that the encoder is properly
configured;
5. In order to program the 'static' message registers and operating defaults, use the operating software or
access the device via the WEB Interface. All settings should be applied before connecting the device to
the air chain.
NOTE: We recommend testing the encoder with the controlling interface (computer, terminal, automation,
etc.) before SmartGen 6.0 joins the air chain. This will confirm whether the encoder is properly
initialized and two-way communication can be established.

STEP 2 Sidechain operating mode

In order to derive timing information from the 19kHz stereo pilot, the rear-panel PILOT OR MPX
INPUT connector monitors the output of the stereo generator. When sidechain operation mode is chosen
the RDS OR MPX OUTPUT contains only the RDS sub carrier, the composite MPX signal is not routed
through SmartGen 6.0. This operating mode preserves the multiplex signal integrity and assures
uninterrupted program transmission, in case of encoder failure event. Originally SmartGen 6.0 is
configured for sidechain operation.

1. Connect a BNC 'T' adapter to the "Sidechain" Encoder Connection

composite/MPX output of the
stereo generator; FM STEREO GENERATOR
2. Using a suitable cable, connect one
1
MPX OUTPUT
side of the 'T' adapter directly to the
wideband (composite/ MPX) input
of the FM exciter;
3. Using a suitable cable, connect the
other side of the 'T' adapter to the 2
PILOT OR MPX INPUT of 3 SmartGen 6
SmartGen 6.0; RDS
OUT
RDS & MPX PILOT/MPX
OUT IN
4. Cable the RDS OR MPX OUTPUT
of the encoder to the second GPS LAN GPIO COM1 COM2
wideband (subcarrier) input of the
FM exciter.
4
Please have in mind that in the event FM EXCITER / TRANSMITTER
of power failure, the pilot tone will
appear on the RDS OR MPX
OUTPUT and will be summarized in
the FM exciter, because of the 1 2 3
incorporated failsafe bypass relay. WIDEBAND INPUTS
This case scenario is unacceptable,
and in order to be prevented, it is
recommended the RDS OUT to be
used in this configuration. NOTE: The usage of the Sidechain operating mode is recommended.
 STEP 3 Loop-through operation mode

If Loop-through operation mode is chosen, the RDS OR MPX OUTPUT includes the composite MPX
program signal to the RDS sub carrier. In loop-through mode the internal bypass relay will pass-through
the multiplex signal in case of an encoder power failure event.

"Loop-through" Encoder Connection

1. Connect the output of the stereo

FM STEREO GENERATOR generator directly to the PILOT OR
MPX OUTPUT MPX INPUT of SmartGen 6.0;
2. C o n n e c t t h e R D S O R M P X
OUTPUT of the encoder to the
composite/MPX wideband input of
the FM exciter.
1
SmartGen 6
RDS RDS & MPX PILOT/MPX
OUT OUT IN

GPS LAN GPIO COM1 COM2

2 FM EXCITER / TRANSMITTER

1 2 3
WIDEBAND INPUTS

STEP 4 Configuration

SmartGen 6.0 can be operated in three methods. Through the Front panel navigational menu,
SmartGen Encoders Manager Software or via a standard WEB Browser. For more information about
the Front panel navigational menu and Software, please refer to the complete user manuals which
are available at www.devabroadcast.com

STEP 5 WEB Interface

There are two options for access to the WEB Interface of SmartGen 6.0. The first one is through
manual identification of the IP address of the device, and the second one is through the Network discovery
option (For Windows 7 and above users only).

STEP 5.1 Manual IP Address Identification

Connect the device to a local network or to the Internet by the applied LAN cable. Through the Front
panel navigational menu, pressing the “OK” button will enable you to enter the device main menu. Using
the “Down” navigational button find 4.COMMUNICATION menu, and press the “OK” button to enter it. Then,
press the “DOWN” button and navigate to 4.2 NETWORK and press the “OK” button to enter it. This
operation will visualize the screen containing information about the IP Address of the device.

4.2 NETWORK>1. DHCP :Enabled

2. IP :192.168.020.068
 Open a new WEB Browser and enter the device IP
address in the address field then press “Enter”.
A window that requires username and password will
appear. The default values are username: user,
password: pass.

NOTE: Due to the inability of some WEB Browsers to read the IP address format displayed on the screen
of the device, the numbers included in the IP Address must be written without the leading zeros.
For example: 192.168.020.068 must be written as 192.168.20.68

Upon successful log-in, the main window will appear. In this tab you will find all the essential RDS
parameters needed for the Basic RDS applications.

STEP 5.2 Network Discovery for Windows 7

Network discovery is a network setting that defines whether your computer can see (find) other
computers and devices on the network and whether other computers on the network can see your
computer. By default, Windows Firewall blocks network discovery but you can enable it.

1. Open Advanced sharing settings by clicking the Start button, and then on "Control Panel". In the
search box, type "network", click "Network and Sharing Center", and then, in the left pane click
"Change advanced sharing settings";
2. Select your current network profile;
3. Click Turn on network discovery, and then click Save changes. If you're prompted for an
administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.
4. To access the device open a new Explorer bar and click on (1). If you have successfully enabled the
network discovery option, the device will be displayed. Double click on (2) will open a new WEB
browser window requiring username and password. The default values are username: user,
password: pass.

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1

NOTE: If you have already enabled this function on your computer just open a new Explorer bar and click
on (1). The device must be displayed. If not follow the instructions from Step 5.1 or Step 5.2

STEP 6 Operating Mode Configuration

By default the encoder mode is set to Sidechain. If the equipment is configured to Loop-through, the
mode can be changed in the 'Advanced RDS' tab of the WEB Interface.
This screen reads the parameters for control and adjustment of the SmartGen. The unit should be
properly configured for the preferred operating mode (sidechain or loop-through) before it is installed in
the signal path. All the needed settings are applied in section 'Output'.

Please refer to the User manual for detailed information on

how to configure and explore your device.