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Getting Started Guide Before starting please check www.allen-heath.com for the latest software and documentation. AP10352 Issue 4...
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Check with your Allen & Heath distributor or agent for any additional warranty information which may apply. If further assistance is required please contact Allen & Heath Ltd. IP6 Getting Started Guide AP10352 Issue 4...
AHM processor guides available for download at www.allen- heath.com. Check for the latest version of this Getting Started Guide. You can also join our Allen & Heath Digital Community to share knowledge and information with other users. IP6 Getting Started Guide AP10352 Issue 4...
Connect and power up..................11 Set up the unit Name and IP Address ............ 11 System connection ................. 12 Ethernet Switch ..................12 Programming the Remote Controller ............13 Dimensions ..................... 14 Technical specs ....................15 IP6 Getting Started Guide AP10352 Issue 4...
12V Power Supply 1. Introduction The IP6 is part of the Allen & Heath IP Series of remote controllers. It interfaces with the AHM, dLive or Avantis mixing system via standard TCP/IP Network connections and can therefore be networked with other controllers, computers and third party devices using standard Ethernet infrastructure.
2. Mounting the Remote Controller The IP6 can be used free standing or mounted on a standard microphone stand thanks to the integrated 3/8” threaded hole. Non-slip feet fitted for shelf use Top of mic stand Optional headphone with 3/8” thread...
– 6x colour displays providing information on the channels and on the function of the SoftKeys. Upper SoftKey function Channel type, name and Level bar and meter colour Lower SoftKey function or second rotary function IP6 Getting Started Guide AP10352 Issue 4...
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36 individual Inputs to a monitor mix, or set up the Layers to control the sound to 6 different zones in a venue. Other available functions include Send On/Off, PAFL, Mute, Scene Recall, Tap Tempo, Talkback Assign, Custom MIDI. IP6 Getting Started Guide AP10352 Issue 4...
Network – Fast Ethernet, PoE compliant Network port for connection to the mixing system. The IP6 provides a locking Neutrik EtherCon socket to protect the connection. Use cables fitted with locking EtherCon for touring or rental applications. The maximum cable length is 100m. Use STP (shielded twisted pair) CAT5 or higher cables.
255.255.255.0 Gateway 192.168.1.254 There are two ways of editing these settings: Browser access – Connect a PC or Mac computer to the Network port of the IP6. Set your computer to a compatible, static Address, example 192.168.1.100 with Subnet 255.255.255.0. Open a web browser and type the IP6 default IP Address 192.168.1.72 in the URL bar.
5.2 System connection Connect the IP6 to a dLive / Avantis / AHM Network port using a CAT5 cable up to 100m long. Power up the IP6 by plugging the external PSU into the DC In socket. The port Lnk/Err indicator flashes at a steady rate when the link is established.
/ Director software to configure the controller as appropriate. With dLive, the IP6 can be set to link to either the MixRack or the Surface. This is regardless of the physical Network connection, for example the unit might be physically connected to the MixRack but set to link to the Surface.
0 deg C to 35 deg C (32 deg F to 95 deg F) Dimensions and Weights Width x Depth x Height x Weight 227 x 150 x 55 mm x 1.5kg (3.3lbs) IP6 (boxed) 300 x 330 x 170 mm x 1.6kg (3.5lbs) IP6 Getting Started Guide AP10352 Issue 4...
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