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- Page 1 iLive Reference Guide Part 1 – Hardware Firmware Version 1.7 This guide describes the iLive system components including the many Surface and MixRack models, PL Series controllers and network card options available. Publication AP6526-1...
- Page 2 Welcome Thank you for investing in the Allen & Heath iLive digital mixing system. To get the most from your iLive we recommend you read the whole of this guide. To get started quickly refer to the Getting Started guides that come with the iLive Surface and MixRack, and then to this guide for further reference. This guide describes the iLive system components including the many Surface and MixRack models, PL Series controllers and network card options available.
- Page 3 Precautions Damage : To prevent damage to the equipment cosmetics, avoid placing heavy objects on the unit, scratching the surface with sharp objects, or subjecting the unit to rough handling and vibration. Environment : Protect from excessive dirt, dust, heat and vibration when operating and storing.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ........................ 5 Modular iLive system components................6 iDR10 modular MixRack .................... 7 iLive modular Surface ....................8 Fixed format system components ................9 Fixed format MixRack ....................10 iLive-T Series Surface ....................11 iLive-R72 Surface ..................... 12 Connecting the modular iLive MixRack and Surface .......... -
Page 5: Introduction
Surface – 20 faders x4 layers iDR-32 MixRack (32 mic) iDR-48 MixRack (48 mic) iDR-64 MixRack (64 mic) iLive-R72 Surface – Rack mount iDR-16 MixRack (16 mic) iLive Series fixed format iLive is compatible with its bigger brother the fully modular iLive Series. -
Page 6: Modular Ilive System Components
Modular iLive system components iDR10 MixRack The MixRack is the heart of the digital audio processing system. It houses the DSP mix engine together with control and audio networking interfaces. The 64 input x 32 bus architecture is fully configurable for mono/stereo and type of mix. -
Page 7: Idr10 Modular Mixrack
DSP ‘RackExtra’ module REMOTE AUDIO module CPU module The DSP mix engine, the heart With system clock, headphones Manages MixRack of the iLive mixing system. and remote audio distribution. Fit system and allows remote 64x32 mix architecture plus 8x up to 2 audio network option control via Ethernet, MIDI internal effects. -
Page 8: Ilive Modular Surface
Lamp connectors Backup PSU input Audio connections Accept standard For connection to the XLR sockets for surface Talkback mic iLive console lamps. Allen & Heath iPS10 output, PAFL input and local monitor recommend using redundant backup output. Provides an analogue alternative Modular Allen &... -
Page 9: Fixed Format System Components
Fixed format system components The MixRack is the heart of the digital audio processing system, housing the 64x32 DSP mix engine together with control and audio networking interfaces. The DSP can be configured for mono/stereo and type of mix (group, aux, mains, matrix). -
Page 10: Fixed Format Mixrack
iLive Fixed Format MixRack Mic/Line inputs High performance, recallable Line outputs Line level, balanced XLR analogue preamps for balanced or unbalanced outputs. Nominal level +4dBu with +22dBu microphone and line level signals. Gain, Pad maximum providing +18dB headroom. and 48V are digitally controlled within the iLive signals can be patched to any output preamp. -
Page 11: Ilive-T Series Surface
iLive T Series Surface Channel Processing Strip Analogue style control TouchScreen For status display, section with dedicated rotary controls, switches and system setup and memory management. meters for the channel or mix preamp, HPF, gate, PEQ, To see an alternative graphical view of compressor and limiter/de-esser. -
Page 12: Ilive-R72 Surface
iLive R72 Surface TouchScreen keys When these keys are off the Soft Keys 8 user assignable keys screen displays system status. When these keys are off and a strip is active the screen presents the associated channel processing. Use these keys to Channel Processing Select Press this access system setup and memory management. -
Page 13: Connecting The Modular Ilive Mixrack And Surface
Connecting the modular iLive MixRack and Surface The iLive has two main system connections between the Surface and MixRack, both using CAT5 cables. NETWORK is the control interface to the MixRack. Port A primarily connects audio to and from the Surface and other EtherSound equipped break in/out devices. - Page 14 Using ACE This requires a single CAT5 cable which transports AUDIO and CONTROL over the same cable. Plug MixRack Port A ACE 1 to the Surface Port A ACE 1 to connect the PAFL, talkback and rear panel input/output signals (channels 1 to 32) to and from the Surface. For information on using the optional network modules refer to information later in this user guide.
- Page 15 An IEC mains power cord with moulded plug suitable for your territory is provided for each power supply module within the system. The iLive system uses universal voltage power supplies that accept world wide mains sources from 100 to 240V.AC 47 to 63Hz. Make sure the IEC plugs are pressed fully into their panel sockets and the cables are clipped into the retaining clips to protect them from accidental disconnection.
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Page 16: Connecting The Fixed Format Ilive Mixrack And Surface
Connecting the fixed format MixRack and Surface The Control Surface If the system fails to connect: Check cables, Go to Network Connections and Change MixRack Read the Help Manual. Connect Surface to MixRack Network settings Plug a CAT5 cable up to 120m (400 feet) iLive communicates over a TCP/IP network. -
Page 17: Turning On The System
Turning on the system Turning on the system The iLive system remembers its last settings on power up. First, plug in the mains and CAT5 cables. Next, switch on the MixRack power. Then switch on the Surface power. While searching for the network connection between the MixRack and Surface after power up, the NETWORK Lnk/Act indicators flash at a slow rate for a few seconds. -
Page 18: Surface Audio Connections
Surface Audio connections T Series Surface audio connections While the iLive surfaces feature a built-in modular audio card frame, the lower cost T Series presents a fixed format audio interface for input and output connections. This matches the typical requirement for audio local to the surface. -
Page 19: Ilive Module Options
iLive Module options – Analogue inputs and outputs MIC/LINE Input part M-MICIN-A This is the main audio input module for the iLive system. It provides 8x high performance analogue input preamps for microphone and line level signals. The front end gain, pad and phantom power are remote controlled via the network connection from the Surface or PC. - Page 20 Module options – Digital inputs and outputs DIGITAL INPUT part M-DIGIN-A This module provides 8 digital inputs arranged as four pairs. Each offers a choice of digital format - AES, SPDIF or optical (TOSLINK). For each pair, one format is chosen and used at a time.
- Page 21 Module options – Digital outputs DIGITAL MULTI OUT part M-MULTI-OUT-A This module provides 16 outputs and therefore uses two slots at the MixRack or Surface. Use the iLive OUTPUTS patch bay to map any signal to any output socket. The module presents these outputs simultaneously to a variety of different multi-channel digital formats: ADAT There are two ADAT optical light pipe outputs, each...
- Page 22 Module options – MixRack system CPU module Provides the control interface to the MixRack. This module is identified as the ‘iDR RACK CPU’. It is not interchangeable with the iLive Surface CPU module. Power ON Blue LEDs display the power supply status. One or two power supply modules may be fitted to the MixRack.
- Page 23 Module options – MixRack system These 3 modules make up the ‘brains’ of the iLive mix system. They process the audio, control the system and handle digital audio distribution to and from the Surface and other equipment. iDR-64 RackExtra DSP This is the DSP mix engine, the ‘brains’...
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Page 24: The Rab2 Audio Networking Module
Module options – the RAB2 module The REMOTE AUDIO 2 (RAB2) module is the latest version of the digital audio networking module available for the iDR10 and iDR0 MixRacks and iLive-80, iLive-112, iLive- 144, and iLive-176 Surfaces. The module manages the system audio clocks and also provides multi-channel digital audio networking and interface capability. - Page 25 Module options – Surface system iLive Surface system modules These are the modules required to manage the iLive modular Surface and handle the control and digital audio interface ports. Internal power supply Connection optional iPS10 backup power supply iLive Surface CPU module (always fitted) This is the controller module for the iLive Surface.
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Page 26: Digital Audio Networking Card Options
Module options – Digital audio networking cards These are ‘mini’ module options available to interface with popular multi-channel digital audio and networking standards. They may be fitted to: iDR10 and iDR0 RAB2 module Port A and Port B. iDR-64, iDR-48, iDR-32 and iDR-16 Port B iLive-80, 112, 144, 176 RAB2 Port A, only MMO in Port B. -
Page 27: Ace Option Card Instructions
Part number M-ACE-A M-ACE is one of several plug-in card options that may be fitted to the iLive Series. It can provide a multi channel digital audio and network control link between two MixRacks or between a MixRack and Surface using a single CAT5 cable. ACE offers an alternative to... - Page 28 Linking MixRacks FOH SYSTEM MONITOR SYSTEM T Series Surface Link audio between two systems Use a single CAT5 cable to link up to 64 channels of T Series Surface audio in both directions between two systems. For example, create a digital mic splitter for a FOH/Monitor system or to another system for control audio...
- Page 29 Cable and connectors ACE is compatible with CAT5e T568A and T568B twisted pair cable standards. For on the road reliability and protection choose a heavy A&H part AH7001 Standard 1.8m duty touring grade cable type. Maximum length = 120m (400 feet) depending on cable type. Most A&H part AH7000 80m drum good quality CAT5 cables should work reliably to around 40m (130...
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Page 30: Ethersound V2 Option Card Instructions
EtherSound card instructions – ES V2 complete Part number M-ES-V2-A M-ES-V2 is one of several plug-in card options that may be fitted to the iLive Series. It houses the Auvitran AVDM card to provide a multi channel digital audio network that can link iLive MixRacks and Surfaces, transport and split signals between systems and distribute audio around a venue using CAT5 cables. -
Page 31: Ethersound V1 Base Option Instructions
EtherSound card instructions – ES V1 base Part number M-ES-V1-BASE-A M-ES-V1-BASE is a carrier frame that lets you re-use the original Auvitran AVD EtherSound card option from the earlier Remote Audio (RAB) module when upgrading to the more recent Remote Audio 2 (RAB2) module. - Page 32 Installing ES-V1 in RAB2 Step 1 Fit the carrier frame into the RAB2 module Remove the RAB2 module from the MixRack or Surface. Unscrew and remove the option slot blanking plate. Use Port A (the top option slot) if you want to use EtherSound as the Surface to MixRack link.
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Page 33: Mmo Option Card Instructions
MMO card instructions Part number M-MMO-A Mini Multi Out (MMO) module is one of several plug- in card options that may be fitted to Port B in the iLive system. It provides three formats of multi-channel digital output simultaneously available for recording, personal monitoring and signal distribution. Note: The MMO module is supported from iLive firmware V1.5... - Page 34 Patching signals to MixRack Port B iLive recognises the type of option card fitted to Port B of the MixRack. Use the TouchScreen or Editor OUTPUTS screen Port B tab. You can assign one or a range of signals to the different outputs by touching the output you want to assign and choosing selections from the drop down menu.
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Page 35: Madi Option Card Instructions
MADI card instructions M-MADI is one of several plug-in card options that may be fitted to the iLive Series. It provides a multi channel digital audio network Part number M-MADI-A that can distribute signals between iLive and 3 party MADI equipment. - Page 36 MADI Operating modes Dual Link mode The card supports two separate MADI BNC links letting you connect to two separate devices simultaneously. Make sure the MIXER SETUP / Mixer Pref screen Redundant Link Option is set to ‘Off’. Sources to the iLive channels can be patched from either LINK 1 or LINK 2 MADI stream in blocks of 8.
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Page 37: Idr-8, Idr-4 And Pl Series Remote Controllers
iDR-8, iDR-4 and PL Series remote controllers iDR Mix Processors The iLive integrates easily with the Allen & Heath iDR-8 or iDR-4 rack mounted mix processor via the M-MULTIOUT M-MMO modules. This provides the convenience of a single CAT5 cable up to 250m long to transport 8 signals from the iLive. -
Page 38: Other Components Available
Other components available iLive Editor software The Editor application runs on a PC or MAC computer to control the iLive system via Ethernet. Editor is compatible with both the iLive and the T Series and can be downloaded free of charge from the Allen &... -
Page 39: Modular Ilive Dimensions And Weights
Modular iLive dimensions and weights iPS10 PSU / iDR0 MINIRACK 482 mm / 19" MIXRACK FLIGHT CASE 669 mm / 26.34" 643 mm / 25.3" FRONT 443 mm / 17.4" ALLEN HEATH REAR 374 mm / 14.7" 310 mm / 12.2" SIDE MIXRACK IN FLIGHTCASE = 68kg / 150lb iPS10 = 7kg / 15lb... - Page 40 iLive-80 = 860mm / 33.9" SURFACE FLIGHT CASE iLive-112 = 1109mm / 43.7" iLive-144 = 1309mm / 51.5" 452 mm / 17.8" iLive-176 = 1509mm / 59.4" ALLEN HEATH iLive SURFACE IN FLIGHTCASE = iLive-112 98kg / 216lb iLive-144 114kg / 251lb iLive-176 124kg / 273lb SURFACE IN CARTON = iLive-80 39kg / 86lb iDR10 MIXRACK SIDE...
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Page 41: Fixed Format Ilive Dimensions And Weights
Fixed format iLive dimensions and weights T112 SURFACE T112 WEIGHT = 27kg / 59.4lbs T80 WEIGHT = 20kg / 44lbs 1083mm / 42.6" T80 SURFACE 620mm / 24.4" 768mm / 30.2" 635mm / 25" DEPTH 250mm / 9.9" MIXRACKS DEPTH iDR-64 250mm / 9.9"... -
Page 42: Ilive-R72 Rack Ear Fitting Instructions
iLive-R72 rack ear fitting instructions Desk Top - Side Trims Fitted 237mm (9.33") To fit rack ears Remove 8x M4 x 8mm TORX screws 172mm (6.77") Use T20 driver 120.7mm (4.75") 52.5mm (2.07") 368mm (14.5") 482.2mm (19") The iLive-R72 Surface can be configured for from front of trim 540mm (21.26") desk top, flight case, 19”... -
Page 43: Manufacturer's Warranty
Limited One Year Manufacturer’s Warranty This product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for period of one year from the date of purchase by the original owner. To ensure a high level of performance and reliability for which this equipment has been designed and manufactured, read this User Guide before operating.
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