HAL3s Multiprocessor

Rane has replaced the HAL3 model with the updated HAL3s. The HAL3s does everything the HAL3 did, and more!

• New analog Mic/Line-Plus input stage adds support for 2 microphone inputs, with or without 48 V phantom power.
• Additional RAD port: one DR port becomes a RAD port. This makes the HAL3s a 6-input, 10-output DSP (the HAL3 was 4 x 8). More audio channels means more applications solved.
• 10 dB quieter: the dynamic range is improved 10 dB — now with 108 dB dynamic range!
• Best of all, the new HAL3s has the same price as the HAL3 was.

Note that your existing HAL3 software configuration files are not compatible with the new HAL3s. This means system designers should either create brand new HAL3s files to use with the new model, or copy and paste all the HAL3 DSP blocks and wires into a new HAL3s file. Then recreate links, presets or paging management settings. You’ll find HAL3s support in the latest version of Halogen software.
The new HAL3s Multiprocessor is shipping now!

Description

A HAL3s Multiprocessor supports 6 in x 10 out audio, with 2 in x 6 out on balanced analog connections, and another 4 in x 4 out digitally through RADs. The two analog Inputs are Line / Line-Plus / Mic / Mic+48V capable. In addition to supporting balanced line and microphone inputs, this configuration allows a stereo pair connection to an input, converting to a single L+R mono signal.

Two DR ports provides support for preset recall, level control and select functions using a DR1, DR2 or DR3. If more logic ins and outs are needed for pots, switches or external indicators, a DR4 or DR5 may be added. DRs can be operated from a RAD port, so up to four DRs can plug into a HAL3s when RADs aren't needed.

• DSP contains 2400 MIPS of processing power
• Ethernet 1000BASE-T with Zeroconf service discovery protocol for easy set up
• 2 analog Mic / Line-Plus Inputs on Euroblock connectors (green area)
  • *“Mic / Line-Plus” Inputs accept a balanced line, or mono left & right unbalanced lines, configured in Halogen software.
• 6 analog balanced line outputs on Euroblock connectors (orange area)
• Front panel signal and overload indicators for all inputs and outputs
• Two RAD Ports, each Port 2 in x 2 out plus control channel (blue areas)
  • RJ-45 shielded CAT 5e connections up to 150 meters (500 feet)
• Four Digital Remote Ports (brown and blue areas) [DR can connect to RAD port]
  • RJ-45 shielded CAT 5e connections up to 300 meters (1000 feet)
• Four Logic Inputs on Mini-Euroblock 6-pin connectors (gray area)
  • Internal passive pull-up
• Unit Size: 1U, 1.75"H x 19"W x 8.25"D (4.4 cm x 48.3 cm x 20.9 cm)
• Unit Weight: 5 lb (2.2 kg)
• Shipping Weight: 9 lb (3.8 kg)

Ethernet, RAD and DR Cable Lengths

The maximum length for CAT 5e cable between ethernet devices is 100 meters.

Shielded CAT 5e between a HAL or EXP and a RAD (carrying 4 channels of digital audio) can run up to 150 meters.

Shielded CAT 5e between a HAL or EXP and a DR (carrying control information) can run up to 300 meters.

It is possible to extend these lengths by increasing distance between the HAL and Expanders. Up to 32 Expanders can daisy-chain from a single HAL, and each can be up to 100 meters apart. For greater distance, off-the shelf Gbit Ethernet media converters are supported. Multimode fiber can run up to 2 kilometers, and singlemode fiber can run up to 12 kilometers.

Restaurant and Bar Music and Paging Example

Restaurant system notes

• The 2 Mic / Line-Plus Inputs (green) may be wired as -10 dBV unbalanced Left/Right Monoed to mix the stereo output for a mono background music system. Or, a single stereo device can supply inputs 1 and 2 for a stereo system.
• A RAD14 located in the bar adds 1 optional mic, an easy place to plug in a phone or tablet to play MP3s or internet radio, and provides two balanced outputs for remote powered speakers that can be unplugged and put away when not in use.
• The PAGER1 is located near the entrance with presets to:
  • Page the bar when a table is ready in the restaurant,
  • Page the restaurant when someone is needed at the bar.
  • Page the entire restaurant.
• DR3 Source and Level Remotes are located in each area, with easy independent source selection and volume.
• A simple analog switch is provided in the kitchen to turn music on or off. An SPDT switch could select which source is played.
• MA4 Multichannel Amplifier provides four channels @ 100W, and the MT4 provides transformers for distributed speakers.

• New Tutorial: Your First Restaurant in Halogen. Create this Restaurant and Bar HAL configuration, step by step.
• This application is in the HAL3s Data Sheet (6M)

Live Sound Club Example

Club system notes

• Either RAD15 with XLRs could be a RAD16 with Euroblock connectors. The RAD15 has instant connectivity, and the RAD16 has the advantage of mic- or line-level inputs in more permanent installations.
• The DR3 allows control either from the stage or the rear of house.

• This application is in the HAL3s Data Sheet (6M)

3-Zone Stereo Background Music Example

This background music system supplies stereo audio in three rooms, each with it's own source selector and volume control. One stereo source is fed to the "Line" inputs on the rear of the HAL3s wired + and ground for each channel. Two sources could be used if they are run in mono, wired the "Line-Plus" method of Left+, Right+, and ground. Another input can be away from the HAL3s in it's own room to accept an accessory input like a phone or bluetooth adaptor.

• This application is in the HAL3s Data Sheet (6M)

HAL Support

Phone the Rane Factory at 425-355-6000, 8:30 AM to 5 PM USA Pacific Time, Monday to Friday.

• The Rane Blog has real-world HAL applications with tips for installers and contractors.
• The complete selection of RAD input and output devices are found here.
• HAL control options including web browser controls, digital remote controls and third-party applications are found here.
• Processing is accessed through Halogen software, described and downloadable here.
• HAL System Install Guide for Halogen 5 [included with the HAL unit] (6M)
• HAL System Design Guide for Halogen 5 (7M)
• HAL3s Data Sheet (6M)
• Individual data sheets for all HAL products, as well as JPGs and DWGs, can be downloaded here.