Nel-Tech Labs SONOROUS 1 Instructional Manual

SONOROUS MODEL 1 INSTRUCTIONAL GUIDE
OPTIMUM .MP3 FILE PARAMETERS:
Sample Rate - Burn as a DATA CD (NOT audio)
*Note that the Sonorous requires a 15VDC power supply (not a standard 12VDC)
Status Light Settings:
Activity
Slow Green blink
Slow Orange blink
Solid Green
Slow Red blink
Fast Green Flash
Important: It is not necessary to leave the CD in the unit after loading. Since the Sonorous uses non-volatile Flash
memory, messages are not erased during power outages or when the unit is unplugged or turned off. If you do decide
to remove the CD, LEAVE IT OUT. Every time you insert a CD with the power switch on, all messages are erased and
the CD load process begins.
Problem or Indication
CD load error (Status blinks
RED)
Slow or fast playing audio
No messages
CD drawer won't open
No power-main power light
is off
Audio Will Not Play Through
the Monitor Speaker
*Note: If you are using a MOH adapter, please consult the manufacturer to ensure the adapter
is not causing the problem.
NOTE: Sonorous Model 1 is not compatible with CDs burned using Windows Vista or newer default burner.
However, you can use an external CD burning program such as FinalBurner Free
(http://download.cnet.com/FinalBurner-Free/3000-2646_4-10598257.html) to burn the appropriate Data CD.
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Status
No messages loaded
Message(s) loading
Message is playing
Incompatible Audio CD or Sonocrypt protected (Need Key)
Memory Over-Run Warning or bad .mp3 files on CD
Possible cause and solution
The CD is bad.
Sonorous is Sonocrypt protected and the Sonocrypt Key is needed for operation.
File may have album art or cover art embedded. To fix, open file in a standard
audio editor such as Goldwave and resave the file. (See Page 3)
Adjust output level knob.
Check amplifier or speakers.
Make sure status light is solid Green.
If the drawer doesn't open when you press the open/close button, make sure the
power is connected and the unit is turned on. Press the open/close button again.
Check the power switch (should be on)
Check power pack for correct DC output voltage & current. (15VDC)
Check AC source to make sure it is not controlled by a switch.
Audio file is in stereo format; convert to mono.
MONO - 128k Bit Rate (kbps), 44 KHz (44100 Hz)