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- Page 1 DIGITAL MIXING SYSTEM User Guide For firmware Version V1.2 Check the Allen & Heath web site for the latest version available Publication AP8561...
- Page 2 In certain territories the terms may vary. Check with your ALLEN & HEATH distributor or agent for any additional warranty which may apply. If further assistance is required please contact Allen & Heath Ltd. The GLD range of products complies with the European Electromagnetic Compatibility directives 2004/108/EC and the European Low Voltage directives 2006/95/EC.
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Page 3: Read Before Starting
The latest firmware can be downloaded from the Allen & Heath web site, transferred to USB key and then loaded into the GLD mixer using the Firmware Update utility. If the AudioRack firmware is different to that running on the mixer it is automatically updated by the GLD mixer when the mixer powers up. -
Page 4: Packed Contents, Registration And Accessories
Check this is correct for your territory Accessories available The 2m CAT5 cable shipped with the GLD AudioRack is to get you started or for local connection. For longer distances refer to LEDlamp the Allen & Heath web site for information on recommended cable types. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
This user guide relates to GLD firmware and is to help you get started setting up and using the GLD. Some details shown in this guide may differ from those in the current release of firmware. Please refer to the... -
Page 6: Gld Systems
Can use I/O module option for networked audio Standard system 32 in (28 mics), 22 out 24 mics at rack, 4 mics at mixer GLD-80 or GLD-112 x1 GLD-AR2412 x1 Connect to dSNAKE Compact system 16 in (12 mics), 14 out... - Page 7 The GLD can interface directly with the Allen & Heath ME Personal Mixing System to allow musicians, performers and presenters to control their own monitor mix without using up GLD mix buses. Visit the Allen & Heath web site to find out more.
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Page 8: Introduction
Introduction GLD is an affordable live sound digital audio mixing system from Allen & Heath. At its low price point and with its intuitive user interface and ‘plug n play’ connection it provides the perfect upgrade for users of analogue mixers such as the Allen & Heath GL Series, and for small to mid-sized venues, tours and rental companies looking for an affordable yet fully featured and configurable professional digital solution that is easy to learn, operate and maintain. - Page 9 The block diagram here shows the audio signal flow and processing through the GLD mixer. The GLD-AR2412 and GLD-AR84 AudioRacks provide inputs as shown in the ‘Remote Inputs’ box, and outputs as shown in the ‘Remote Outputs’ box. These signals connect to the GLD via the dSNAKE or EXPANDER ports.
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Page 10: System Block Diagram
Each socket has a unique number. The physical socket numbers are shown below. Any input socket or source can be patched to any of the 48 channels. Any mix or other GLD signal can be patched to any of the output sockets. -
Page 11: Input And Output Sockets
I/O Port fitted with MMO card option Up to 64 GLD inputs and 64 outputs can be assigned to an audio option card fitted to the GLD rear panel I/O Port. The MMO (Mini Multi Out) card provides several output formats – 24 channels of ADAT optical out, two 8 channel iDR links to connect the Allen &... -
Page 12: The Gld Family
Expander port and a Monitor port for connecting to the Allen ® & Heath ME personal mixing or Aviom A-Net16 system. Note that a GLD system can have a maximum of one AR2412 AudioRack connected. GLD-AR84 The expander AudioRack providing 8 remote mic/line inputs and 4 XLR line outputs. -
Page 13: Gld-80 Mixer Controls
GLD Mixer controls Channel Processing Strip Analogue style processing Touch Screen For status display, system control section presenting the main controls for the setup and memory management. To see Preamp, HPF, Gate, PEQ and Compressor. Press the strip details and a graphical view of the... -
Page 14: Gld-80 Mixer Rear Connectors
(skt 29/30) Connect using a CAT5 cable up Connect to using a CAT5 cable Any GLD signal can be patched to any socket. to 120m (396’) long. up to 120m (396’) long. The Lnk/Err indicator flashes at The Lnk/Err indicator flashes at... -
Page 15: Gld-Ar2412 Main Audiorack
Pad and 48V phantom power is remote controlled The GLD system numbers these sockets as from the GLD mixer via the dSNAKE link. The Inputs 25-32 and Outputs 13-16. This port can output of the analogue preamps are converted to also be used to connect to the Allen &... -
Page 16: Gld-Ar84 Expander Audiorack
The preamps connect the AR84 expander to the EXPANDER are built into the AR84 rack and their Gain, Pad port on the AR2412 AudioRack or GLD Mixer. and 48V phantom power is remote controlled ... -
Page 17: Connect And Power Up
If the firmware in a connected AudioRack is not the same version as that in the GLD mixer then the mixer will automatically update the rack firmware during power up. This takes a few seconds. -
Page 18: Gld Remote Ipad App And Wireless Router
GLD Remote iPad app and wireless router GLD firmware Version 1.1 onwards supports the GLD Remote iPad app for wireless control of mixing and processing using one or more iPads. This allows simultaneous control of different functions by more than one engineer. -
Page 19: Recall A Template Show As A Starting Point
Once you are comfortable working with GLD you can make changes to your set up and save these as your own ‘User’ Shows. These let you archive and recall the complete configuration and setup. Use Scenes for instant store and recall of band sound checks, theatre cues and different event settings. - Page 20 The Template Show ‘Board Reset’ Scene Each Template Show provides two 'Reset' scenes in position 1 and 2. These reset the GLD-80 or GLD-112 mixer settings to the starting point default for the loaded Template Show. The Board Reset Scenes are duplicated in positions 499 and 500 at the end of the list.
- Page 21 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 M1 M1 M2 M2 GLD-80 Talkback In = not patched 41 42 43 45/6 Playback Record dSNAKE EXPANDER I/O Port M1 M1 Out = IP Skt 1-48 for digital mic split DIGITAL GLD User Guide AP8561 iss.3...
- Page 22 Monitor Out = ME-1 mode FX1 send Custom Rotary 1 Talkback from IP44 and assigned to all Aux sends This Template configures the GLD as a FX2 send Custom Rotary 2 USB Playback assigned to Channel 47/48 PEQ = 20-20kHz, Curve Fill = On...
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Page 23: A Few Things To Know Before Starting
A few things to know before starting Before working with the GLD familiarise yourself with its control layout and operating principles. The Touch Screen Name and Colour Tabs to select the pages available for button the current screen Screen graph view for... - Page 24 Press and hold the Alt View key to see the Channel Number, Socket Number or fader dB value in place of the Name in the LCD display. Choose the Alt View function using the Setup / Control / Surface Prefs screen. GLD User Guide AP8561 iss.3...
- Page 25 The GLD-80 mixer has 2 independent Fader Banks, one with 12 fader strips, the other with 8 fader strips. The GLD-112 has 3 Fader banks with 12, 8 and 8 faders. Each Bank has 4 Layers. This means that the GLD-80 can work with up to 80 fader control strips and the GLD-112 with up to 112 strips.
- Page 26 DCA2 hold groups. The Input and Master faders are not down affected. + press Mix Assign Hold down the Assign key and press channel keys to assign or de-assign the channels from the group. GLD User Guide AP8561 iss.3...
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Page 27: Working With Scenes
Use Shows to store and archive the complete GLD setup including its bus configuration, user preferences and all Scene memories. -
Page 28: User Profiles
User Profiles GLD lets you set up and work with up to 10 'User Profiles' including an Administrator and 9 Users. You can set permissions and a password to restrict operator access to certain functions. The User List. 'Admin' has access to all functions and... -
Page 29: Usb Playback And Recording
USB Recording and Playback Play back stereo audio tracks from a USB key and record any pair of GLD sources on to the key. Audio file list shows the tracks available to play back. Playback controls and information about the currently selected track. -
Page 30: How To Update Gld System Firmware
We recommend you check the Allen & Heath web site regularly and keep your console updated with the latest firmware. Note 1: Use a USB key with at least 40 MB of free space. Delete any existing GLD Firmware on the key as described below. Note 2: The firmware file transfer must not be interrupted. - Page 31 Desktop or folder of your choice. You may also wish to keep a copy of this zip file as a backup of this version of firmware. Step2 Remove any previous GLD Firmware from your USB key Plug a USB key into your computer. If you have previous GLD firmware already on your key, look in its AllenHeathGLD...
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Page 32: Specification
Sampling Rate 48kHz +/‐100PPM Threshold ‐46dBu to 18dBu 24‐bit Delta‐Sigma Ratio 1:1 to infinity 24‐bit Delta‐Sigma Attack 300us – 300ms Latency 1.49ms (GLD‐80 local XLR in to XLR out) Release 100ms – 2s 0.68ms (GLD‐80 local XLR in to digital out) Knee Soft/Hard Manual Types Peak Manual, RMS Manual USB Playback 2 channel, WAV, FLAC 44.1/48kHz Auto Types VocalAuto, OptoAuto, PunchBag USB Record 2 channel, 48kHz / 16bit ‐ WAV Channel Direct Out Individual Trim (per channel) I/O Port 64 channel bi‐directional Options Source, follow Fader, follow Mute (global for all) Card Options A&H ACE, MADI, Dante, ES, Waves, MMO Operating Temperature 0 deg C to 35 deg C (32 deg F to 95 deg F) GLD User Guide AP8561 iss.3... -
Page 33: Dimensions And Weights
Soft/Hard Manual Types Peak Manual, RMS Manual Auto Types VocalAuto, OptoAuto, PunchBag filter in/out with sel ‘listen’ Talkback Assignable source Mode Latched/Momentary, PAFL Dim option High Pass Filter 12dB/octave, 20Hz‐2kHz Routing To Groups, Aux, Main, Matrix Level Trim +/‐24dB Signal Generator Sine, White Noise, Pink Noise, Bandpass Noise Sine, Bandpass sweep 20‐20kHz Controls Level, Mute Routing To Groups, Aux, Main, Matrix 31‐Bands 1/3 octave 20‐20kHz Source Follows selected PAFL source Peak Band Indication Option to display dominant frequency GLD-80 = 730 GLD-112 = 1000 GLD User Guide AP8561 iss.3... -
Page 34: Quick Start Sheet
For the new user or guest engineer to start mixing with GLD. It assumes a mixer already configured for the show. To learn more about configuration, memories and advanced functions read the on-screen Help Manual and User Guide AP8561. -
Page 35: Register Your Product
REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT Register online at: http://www.allen- heath.com/uk/support/Pages/ProductRegistration.aspx Register by post using the PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD on the rear cover to: Allen & Heath Limited Kernick Industrial Estate Penryn Cornwall TR10 9LU England GLD User Guide AP8561 iss.3... - Page 36 GLD User Guide AP8561 iss.3...