ALLEN & HEATH dLive DM0 MixRack Getting Started Manual

ALLEN & HEATH dLive DM0 MixRack Getting Started Manual

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MixRack Getting Started Guide
DM0
Before starting please check www.allen-heath.com for the latest dLive
firmware and documentation.
AP 10972

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  • Page 1 MixRack Getting Started Guide  Before starting please check www.allen-heath.com for the latest dLive firmware and documentation. AP 10972...
  • Page 2 Any changes or modifications to the product not approved by Allen & Heath could void the compliance of the product and therefore the user’s authority to operate it. dLive DM0 MixRack Getting Started Guide Copyright © 2017 Allen & Heath. All rights reserved. ALLEN&HEATH Allen &...
  • Page 3: Important - Read Before Starting

    IMPORTANT - Read before starting Safety instructions Before starting, read the Important Safety Instructions printed on the sheet supplied with the equipment. For your own safety and that of the operator, technical crew and performers, follow all instructions and heed all warnings printed on the sheet and on the equipment panels.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Packed items Check you have received the following:  DM0 MixRack  Getting Started Guide AP10972  Safety Sheet  IEC mains lead  4x M6 screws and washers for rack mounting Contents IMPORTANT - Read before starting ......................3 Packed items ..............................
  • Page 5: Introduction

    There are different sizes of dLive MixRack available. All feature the same mix engine and differ only in the number of analogue I/O. All models can work with the full 128 channels by adding DX expanders or patching digital sources. dLive DM0 MixRack features at a glance:  XCVI 160x64 FPGA core ...
  • Page 6: Installing The Mixrack

    2. Installing the MixRack 2.1 Free standing The DM0 MixRack can be operated as a freestanding unit for shelf or floor operation. Check that its plastic feet are fitted. Ensure adequate air flow around the unit. It must not be covered in any way. Always stand the unit on a firm flat surface away from any soft furnishings or carpet.
  • Page 7: Rear Panel

    3. Rear Panel I/O Ports – 3x audio interface ports 128x128 channels each, independently assigned. Fit one of the option cards available for system expansion, digital mic splitting, recording or distributed audio networking. Refer to www.allen-heath.com a list of available option cards. ...
  • Page 8: Front Panel

     A recessed switch lets you reset the network settings to factory default. To reset, turn the MixRack off, insert a pointed object to press and hold the switch whilst turning the MixRack back on. Hold the switch in for at least 30 seconds. gigaACE link –...
  • Page 9: Connect And Power Up

    5. Connect and power up Switch on the MixRack. It takes around 15s for the mix engine to start passing audio. You should hear the relays click as they connect the outputs once the boot-up is completed. The Ready indicator on the front panel will light up at this point.
  • Page 10: Me System Connection

    5.3 ME system connection Plug a touring grade CAT5e (or higher specification) cable up to 100m long between the MixRack ME port and the ME-1 or ME-U.  Refer to www.allen-heath.com for cable requirements, recommendations, and a list of CAT5 cables available to order. 5.4 Connect a laptop or wireless router Connect a laptop, router or access point to either of the Network ports to use with dLive Editor or iOS apps.
  • Page 11: Dimensions

    6. Dimensions DM0 MixRack Getting Started Guide AP10972 Issue 1...
  • Page 12: Technical Specs

    7. Technical specs System dBFS Alignment +18dBu = 0dBFS Meter Calibration 0dB meter = -18dBFS Meter Peak indication -3dBFS Sampling Rate 96kHz +/- 20 PPM 24-bit Delta-Sigma 24-bit Delta-Sigma Latency + 5 samples, Surface to Mixrack (GigaACE hop) + 8 samples, DX32 to Mixrack (DX hop) Operating Temperature Range 0°C 35°C...

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