ALLEN & HEATH xDR-16 Getting Started Manual

ALLEN & HEATH xDR-16 Getting Started Manual

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xDR-16
Input/Output Expander
Getting Started Guide
Publication AP8331

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Summary of Contents for ALLEN & HEATH xDR-16

  • Page 1 Available with AES digital outputs Available with AES-Out xDR-16 Input/Output Expander Getting Started Guide Publication AP8331...
  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    16 expanders loaded with V1.9 firmware are not compatible with V1.8 or earlier iLive hardware. This user guide This guide provides quick start information for the iLive xDR-16 input/output audio expander which is one component in the iLive Series. Further information...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Adding 2 expanders to a single rack system ................Adding an expander to a linked FOH/Monitor system ............Patching xDR signals .......................... The xDR input/output routing ......................Weights and dimensions ........................Manufacturer’s Warranty ........................iLive xDR-16 Getting Started Guide AP8331 iss.2...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Port B at the FOH mix position. The xDR-16 expander is similar to the iDR-16 MixRack but without the DSP built in. It can be added to any of the of six iLive MixRack available – iDR-16, iDR-32, iDR-48, iDR-64, iDR10, iDR0.
  • Page 5: Xdr-16 Panel Layouts

    Read Safety Sheet provided with the unit before using the xDR-16. iLive xDR-16 Getting Started Guide AP8331 iss.2...
  • Page 6: Read These Notes Before Starting

    Analogue version: Check that your iLive system and xDR are running the same version of firmware. The system must be loaded with V1.8 or higher for the analogue xDR-16, Firmware V1.9 + AES digital version: or V1.9 for the AES digital version.
  • Page 7: Network Connection And Settings

    Network connection and settings The xDR-16 is a networked device. It connects to the same network as the MixRack, Surface, TouchScreen and laptop or wifi router. The xDR and each device on the network must have a unique address compatible with the rest of the system. The easiest way to work with the xDR is to use the factory default IP addresses.
  • Page 8 Network Setup screen as above but select xDR 1 or xDR 2 from the drop down menu. If you are connecting two new xDR-16 expanders then they are likely to both have the same Type in 192.168.1.20 default address. In this case connect 192.168.1.20/Setup.html...
  • Page 9: Adding The Xdr Expander

    Adding the xDR-16 expander Auto detection When connected for the first time, the xDR-16 looks for a MixRack with the default 192.168.1.1 address. It will connect automatically if it finds it. An xDR-16 is connected To check expander status go to the TouchScreen...
  • Page 10: Adding 1 Expander To A Single Rack System

    Adding 1 expander to a single rack system This example shows one xDR-16 expander connected to an iDR-16 MixRack to increase the number of physical mic/line inputs to 32 and XLR outputs to 16. The xDR can connect to any of the 6 MixRack models available.
  • Page 11: Adding 2 Expanders To A Single Rack System

    Adding 2 expanders to a single rack system This example shows two xDR-16 expanders connected to an iDR-16 MixRack to increase the number of physical mic/line inputs to 48 and XLR outputs to 24. Port B network option Second Port B option...
  • Page 12: Adding An Expander To A Linked Foh/Monitor System

    Adding an expander to a linked FOH/Monitor system You can add one xDR-16 expander to a linked iLive system using digital mic splitter. This example shows an iDR-32 expanded with an xDR-16 for stage monitors, and an iDR-16 for FOH getting the 48 channels via an ACE digital mic split.
  • Page 13: Patching Xdr Signals

    XLR or Port B channel is highlighted. Assign from the Select Output Source drop down menu in the usual way. The AES digital outputs, if fitted, are shown as XLR sockets and patched in the usual way. iLive xDR-16 Getting Started Guide AP8331 iss.2...
  • Page 14: The Xdr Input/Output Routing

    ACE 33-48 = Mic Preamp A1 – B8 ACE53 = Aviom13 ACE 49-64 = xDR Port B in 1-16 (Two xDR expanders Mode 3) ACE54 = Aviom14 ACE55 = Aviom15 ACE56 = Aviom16 iLive xDR-16 Getting Started Guide AP8331 iss.2...
  • Page 15: Weights And Dimensions

    Expander rack xDR-16 WEIGHT = 7kg / 15.4lbs 482mm / 19" DEPTH 300mm / 11.8" xDR-16 iLive xDR-16 Getting Started Guide AP8331 iss.2...
  • Page 16: Manufacturer's Warranty

    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. iLive xDR-16 Getting Started Guide AP8331 iss.2...

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