ALLEN & HEATH AR84 Getting Started Manual

AR84
The AR84 is a 19" rack mountable remote audio unit for all Allen & Heath digital mixing systems
compatible with the dSnake protocol. It provides 8 remote controlled mic/line preamps and 4 XLR line
outputs.
Using a single network cable, the AR84 can be connected directly to the mixer or cascaded from an
AR2412 or AB168.
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A maximum of two dSnake remote units can be connected to each mixer's dSnake port.
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The AR84 is used to increase the number of I/O sockets in a system and position both sockets and
AD/DA conversion close to the source/stage. It will not increase the number of processing channels
available in the system and must be connected to a mixer where the audio can be processed and routed.

Compatibility and Cable

The AR84 uses the 48kHz dSnake protocol, which is a layer 2, fast ethernet protocol designed for point-
to-point connections. This means it can be connected to the dedicated dSnake ports included on the
GLD and Qu systems or used with the intelligent SLink port which can switch to a dSnake mode.
Refer to the latest documentation for your mixer available from
on connecting, patching, and controlling the AR84 with your system.
Cat5e (or higher) STP (Shielded Twisted Pair) cable should be used, with a maximum cable length of
100m (330ft) between each unit. Use of passive couplers to join cables will reduce this distance.
High-quality touring grade cables are available through your A&H dealer. Please see
heath.com/ahproducts/cat5/
AR84 Getting Started Guide
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