1. Networked Audio Communication Systems+
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2. Introducing IDX 200, a fully integrated, networked audio communication system solution from
HARMAN Professional, the global leader in the professional audio industry.
A proven and trusted mass communications system solution already in use in hundreds of airports and
transportation facilities worldwide, IDX is scalable to meet audio communications needs regardless of size,
and capable of providing efficient management of even the most complex information delivery networks.
At the core of IDX 200 is an open architecture software platform, combined with DSP
hardware capable of distributing prerecorded messages, live paging, and audio content to
two-hundred and fifty-six zones in a single building or an entire campus of facilities.
When paired with Crown®
amplifiers, JBL®
speakers, BSS®
hardware, and
AKG®
microphones, IDX becomes a complete pro-audio solution.
Controlled by paging stations using Ethernet-based digital audio transport
protocols, and managed by proprietary software, IDX provides powerful yet
simple command of announcements, audio content, and mass communications.
Capable of leveraging existing Ethernet networks with scalable hardware,
multiple input/output configurations, and fail-safe redundancy, IDX will meet
the requirements of any facility with the high quality and reliability
that is synonymous with HARMAN Professional.
IDX is the future of networked digital audio communication systems.
IDX 200
Overview
Distribute Audio Over Many Popular Digital Audio Transport Protocols Create Events and Schedules for Automated System Functions
Record Live Pages, Store and Playback Audio Files, and Assemble Custom Messages Configure, Control and Monitor Systems Remotely via Client Software
Customize DSP Hardware with Open Architecture Software Integrate any General Purpose I/O Devices for Added Functionality
Premium Audio Hardware By BSS®
, Crown®
, and AKG®
Comprehensive System Logs and Fault Reporting
Multiple Paging Station Interfaces for Different User Needs Optional Automated Amplifier Failover to Backup Amplifier Channels
Optional Text-To-Speech Functionality Optional Ambient Noise Compensation for Volume Automation
Networked Audio Communication Systems+
Where Sound Matters

3. A Completely Scalable System
The scalability of IDX 200 is based on decentralization and ease of expansion,
so a small system can grow based on future requirements without the need
to abandon existing infrastructure. More inputs, additional DSP, additional
zones and paging stations can all be incorporated wherever space allows
with full integration and control via Ethernet.
Digital Signal Processor
BSS Soundweb London BLU-800
AKG®
PZM-11
Ambient Noise Microphone
for Optional Ambient Noise
Compensation
General Purpose
Input/Output
12 GPI / 6 GPO PER PDP-DSP
DT-715
15-button
Paging Station
DTE-710
Expansion
Station
DT-720
Touchscreen
Mic Station
FM-704
4-Button
Mic Station
DCI 8CH
Network Amplifier
GPIO
zone 16
zone 15
zone 2
zone 1
FIRE ALARM
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MBOXDESIGN
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IDX200 Brochure
KITCHEN
MEN
MAIN ENTRANCE
RECEPTION
WOMEN
GARDEN TERRACE
PATIOSTAIRCASE
ELEVATORS
GRAND BALLROOM
PREFUNCTION SPACE BAR & GRILL
FOYER
BAR & GRILL
PATIO
MENWOMEN
BOARDROOM
MEETING
ROOM
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MEETING
ROOM
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MEETING
ROOM
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SUNDRIES
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SYSTEM LOCATIONS
SYSTEM
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SYSTEM
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Audio player
ethernet switch
Audio Line Ethernet Connection CobraNet Amplifier Line BLU Link Speaker Line Control
Unlimited Number of Stations Per System
system design master plan concept
Audio Input
8 Message Channels
and unlimited background
audio sources
Audio output
Up to 256 output zones
Per BLU-Link Ring
Optional Backup Power
Amplifier Switching
8:1 or 1:1 Failover
Optional End of
Line Monitoring
The Soundweb London BLU Series DSP Processors and Output Expanders feature BLU-Link, a low latency,
fault tolerant digital audio bus transport protocol capable of 256 channels of audio over CAT 5e cable.
BLU-Link can travel up to a distance of 100 m between compatible devices.
Fiber optic media converters can be used to increase the distance between devices to over 40 km with fault
tolerance providing continual operation even if a device fails.
IDX paging stations include primary and secondary CobraNet®
based audio ports. Under normal operation,
the primary port only receives and transmits audio data from and to the network. Should the primary port or
connection fail, the device automatically switches to receive and transmit audio from and to the secondary port.
Soundweb London BLU Series DSP devices support many popular pro-audio transport formats including AVB,
BLU-Link, CobraNet, and Dante, assuring integration of IDX into existing infrastructure.
Audio Transport Format Flexibility
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Amplifier Switcher
Crown CT16S
to Ethernet Switch
EOL Device
EOL Device
IDX Server
Digital Paging Controller
8 Message Channels

4. Pre-configured Template
IDX 200 DSP hardware comes pre-configured with a 32-channel system template that can be customized and
expanded to meet the unique needs of your system. The template is easy to use and comes with in-depth instructions.
Device Wizard Touch Screen Builder
Message Manager Message History Report
Scalable Audio and Logic Processing
Scalable audio ‘processing objects’ representing compressors, mixers, and EQs can be positioned and
connected as required within each DSP capable device. Since the DSP configuration process does not
require hardware, even the largest system can be conveniently designed using a laptop computer.
Each processing object has a ‘default control panel’ which contains all of the controls for a given processor, and
offers real-time control of parameters when online with a configured system. When used in conjunction with
external control and input from the audio domain, Soundweb London’s logic processing capability opens the door
to comprehensive automation and system integration.
Setup Hardware Easily
with the Device Wizard
The Device Wizard makes it easy to setup DSP
Devices, Failover Units, Input Devices, and Paging
Stations in an IDX system.
Setup Touchscreen Pages without
Learning a Programming Language
The IDX 200 software allows you to build touch
screen interfaces for the 720 series microphone
stations through a wizard. Choose the pre-configured
templates you need for the application and the
software populates the design code for you.
Upload Audio Files
and Assemble Custom Messages
Build custom messages from pre-recorded audio files
by uploading them to the server and drag-and-drop
the files into the desired order. All custom messages
can be executed by custom timelines or schedules, by
priority, or in pre-determined sequences.
Monitor and Report System Activity
IDX records all activity on the system. Paging station
use, message playback, user logins, and live page
recording (for quality control) are just some of the
many functions that can be referenced in different
reports in the software. Compressor Control Panel
Compressor Processing Object
Parametric EQ Control Panel Mixer Control Panel
System Configuration, Control
and Administration Software
Open Architecture Software for Digital Signal Processing
The IDX 200 software allows easy configuration, control, and administration
of the system. Stored on a central server, the software gives you the ability
to maintain and broadcast messages throughout a facility in addition to
monitoring, reporting, and diagnosing system issues from a remote desktop.
Scalable systems need freedom to grow. London Architect provides
the power to make system changes depending on current needs
HiQnet®
London Architect is the configuration software for the Soundweb London family of products. The
open architecture of Soundweb London is configured using a simple drag-and-drop approach. IDX 200 system
devices such as the BLU-800, BLU-BOB, Crown CT16S, or 700 series paging stations can be positioned and
organized logically as objects to represent connectivity, rack locations and the racks themselves.
The IDX200 London Architect Template

5. Hemispherical polar pattern, excellent intelligibility
Low frequency roll off to reduce HVAC rumble
Inconspicuous, resembles a light switch
Mounts to a standard wall plate
Screw terminal, no need for connectors
12-48VDC
PZM-11
Phantom powered mic-level output
PZM-11LLWR
Weather-resistant model for outdoor use
Ambient microphones can be installed in ceilings or walls to be used for security purposes such as
monitoring activity in the event of an emergency. Single microphones may be assigned to one or more
zones and multiple microphones can be used simultaneously.
In a busy facility, the overall ambient noise will rise and fall based on level of activity.
During a high traffic event, the noise level can become very loud, making it difficult
to understand speech announcements or hear background music. Ambient Noise
Compensation, or ANC, monitors the room with a microphone and adjusts the speaker
volume dynamically to ensure proper balance of audio signal at all times.
Ambient Noise Compensation
Monitors and Controls Sound Levels Automatically
Ambient Noise
Sensing Microphone
Optional Redundancy Features
The IDX 200 system will run 24/7/365 with the addition of automatic
backup systems for power, data, amplification, and digital audio
signal transport, providing the confidence and trust that is at
the core of all HARMAN Professional systems.
The ambient microphone senses high room noise, automatically
boosting the speaker volume to a level more appropriate for a
busy environment.
The ambient microphone mounted on the column senses low
room noise, automatically adjusting the speaker volume down
to a comfortable level.
Digital Audio Signal Redundancy
Audio signal redundancy comes standard with all IDX 200
hardware via BLU-Link, Soundweb London’s Digital Audio Bus.
BLU-Link’s bi-directional flow is fault-tolerant because it is set
up in a ring. If part of the ring fails, the signal will intelligently
‘turn around’ and self-correct to all devices in the ring until
connections are re-established.
Amplification Redundancy
A BLU-LINK Ring
IDX 200 leverages the power of Crown DriveCore
Install Networked amplifiers and the CT16S
Amplifier switcher to create robust automatic failover
amplification networks. In addition to meeting
redundancy requirements, multiple Crown amplifiers
ensure high quality audio throughout a system.
When the amplifier failover option is installed,
IDX 200 software will run a test every minute
using a test tone to detect audio down a channel.
If no audio is detected, the switcher will deploy
an available redundant channel. IDX 200 allows
system failover in an 8:1 or 1:1 channel capability.
Power Supply and Data Redundancy
IDX 200 Servers have the option to be ordered with redundant power supplies.
If one power supply fails, the secondary supply automatically takes over.
Redundant hard drives can also be installed in a RAID configuration, which will
mirror a backup of the IDX system, automatically reverting to the backup in the
event of hard drive failure.
For ultimate safety, multiple IDX 200 servers can be installed in the system as
complete backups. If the main IDX 200 server were to ever fail for any reason,
the redundant server would take over uninterrupted.
Room Noise Background Music
PZM-11 PZM-11LLWR
Primary DCi Amplifiers
Backup DCi Amplifiers
BLU-800
CT16S switcher

6. The User Experience
Just Got Better
Paging Station Options for IDX 200 Systems
From simple push to talk analog
microphones, to robust touch screen
stations, IDX 200 has options that fit
all user needs. The 700 series paging
stations are all Power over Ethernet (PoE)
capable with CobraNet audio/control
over a single cable.
Any standard desktop computer can be a
paging station with the Virtual Paging Station
Software. The interface allows the user to build template
messages with fill-in fields, or type in a custom text to speech
message. Messages can be repeated, monitored, and previewed.
The DT-715 is a 15-button desktop
mounted mic station with a high
quality gooseneck microphone.
All of the fifteen soft touch
buttons may be programmed
to initiate any available
function.
The FM-704 is a 4-button
networked wall mounted
microphone station with
a hand-held push-to-talk
microphone. Each of the
station’s four buttons may
be used to initiate a live
or recorded audio/visual
announcement, play a pre-
recorded audio/visual message,
or start another action. Mounts
to standard 3-gang box.
The DT-720 is a networked microphone station
with a full function 5.6" color touch screen and
a hand-held push-to-talk microphone.
The color touch screen simplifies user
operation for zoned announcements and
allows updating of a facility’s visual display
systems. Fully programmable from the
IDX software, the DT-720 can also be
used to operate automatic announcement
systems as well as initiating courtesy and
paging announcements. Available NEMA
4 enclosure for harsh environments.
BSS®
DT-715
Base Microphone Station
BSS®
FM-704
Flush Mount Microphone Station
BSS®
DT-720
Desktop Microphone Station
720 Options
DTE-710
Expansion Unit
Optional
Virtual Paging Station
Traditional Microphone Options
Paging Station Options
Figure 1:
Login Screen
Figure 3:
Visual Feedback for Microphone
Figure 2:
Touchscreen
Selection
A 10-button
expansion unit
attaches to
the 715 base
station to increase
button count. Up to
12 expansion units may
be added for a total of 135 buttons.
AKG carries a wide variety of traditional analog, push and
touch-to-talk gooseneck microphone stations that can
be used as single paging microphones where live paging
is the core need. IDX 200 supports standard PBX and
VOIP phone systems for use as paging stations. With
the use of a BLU Telephone Hybrid card the Soundweb
London hardware can turn phones into paging stations.
The FM-720 is a flush mount station contained
in a back box for mounting into wall or desk
surfaces. The RM-720 is installed into a
standard 2U rack plate for installation in a
traditional equipment rack or onto 19" rack rails.
FM-720
RM-720
The 720 series touch screen allows users to be setup
with individual log in PINs for security (Figure 1). The
easy to use pre-configured pages explain options clearly,
so that users can quickly choose and execute an action
(Figure 2). Operational feedback is easy to understand,
with visual pages indicating if the microphone is live
and/or recording (Figure 3).

7. Hotels
Create unique audio environments in the lobby,
recreational areas, and meeting spaces with zoned
background music. Integrate paging stations in back
of house operations to streamline work processes.
Hospitals
Provide television audio or music in multiple waiting
areas. Set up security paging for nurses, doctors, and
security staff. Integrate simple buttons in recovery
rooms throughout the facility for notification purposes.
Casinos
Provide different background music sources to the
gaming areas and entertainment areas. Perform live
pages to specific zones. Raise and lower the playback
volume automatically to compensate for noise.
Convention Centers
Automate pre-function space welcome messages,
pre/post meeting chimes, exhibit floor notifications.
Provide back of house support for audio/visual and
food services vendors with paging capabilities.
Shopping Malls
Provide customized in-store
audio and paging capabilities for
tenants. Send audio into common
areas, food courts, and automate
building closing announcements.
Educational Facilities
Automate bell schedules for classes. Create and
manage custom emergency/evacuation messages
and integrate with existing fire or blue-light systems.
Designed to Serve
Ways to Harness the Power of IDX 200

8. GREEN edGe
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1. JBL/ HARMAN pro Headquarters - Northridge, CA
2. HARMAN pro Manufacturing Center - Tijuana, Mexico
3. HARMAN pro Signal processing - Sandy, UT
4. Crown Audio Headquarters/North America
Regional Sales office - Elkhart, IN
5. HARMAN pro Latin America Regional Sales office
- San Juan, Puerto Rico
6. HARMAN pro Manufacturing Center - Manaus, Brazil
7. Selenium/HARMAN pro Brazil Headquarters
- Nova Santa Rita/RS, Brazil
8. Soundcraft Headquarters/eMeA
Regional Sales office - Potters Bar, UK
9. Studer professional Headquarters
- Regansdorf, Switzerland
10. AkG Acoustics Headquarters- vienna, Austria
11. HARMAN pro Russia/CIS operations Center
- Moscow, Russia
12. HARMAN pro India operations &
engineering Center - Bangalore, India
13. HARMAN pro Asia Regional Sales office
- Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
14. HARMAN pro Design Center - Shenzhen, China
15. HARMAN pro Manufacturing Center - Dandong, China
Contact us at idx@harman.com for assistance in finding a
HARMAN professional representative in your area.
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When you choose HARMAN you are choosing a company with
extensive experience in large system planning and deployment
who understands your communications system is a mission-
critical component of your operation. Comprehensive system
training is provided on all aspects of your system. HARMAN
training engineers will work with your operations, administrative,
and IT staff on-site to ensure that they have a thorough
understanding of their system. Additionally, regularly scheduled
training seminars are offered at our Salt Lake City training facility
for refresher or new staff training.
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Our support will continue after system testing and acceptance. We offer full extended warranty and maintenance
plans that will ensure your HARMAN communication systems are operating at peak performance. Our Help
Desk is staffed by support engineers who can use built-in diagnostic tools to remotely assist your staff or
troubleshoot and correct system problems. On-site support is always available through our network
of trained HARMAN system dealers who can provide preventative maintenance, hardware upgrades,
and system help.
MISSIon crItIcal teStIng
System quality assurance and specified performance validations are achieved through thorough factory and site
acceptance testing. Testing of your system will include certification of components networks and other devices to
ensure that all design goals are met.
For more information about the IDX family of system products,
please contact your HarMan Professional dealer or representative.
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