Allen&Heath iDR-16 User Manual

Available with AES digital outputs

Fixed Format MixRacks

iDR-16 iDR-32 iDR-48 iDR-64

Getting Started Guide

Publication AP7445

Safety Instructions

Before starting, read the Important Safety Instructions printed on the sheet supplied with the equipment. For your own safety and that of the operator, technical crew and performers, follow all instructions and heed all warnings printed on the sheet and on the equipment panels.

System operating firmware

The feature set of the iLive system is determined by the firmware (operating software) that runs it. Firmware is updated regularly as new features are added and improvements made, and is available for download from the Allen & Heath web site. This guide relates to Version 1.9 firmware. Some of the details shown in this guide may differ from those in the current release of firmware. Refer to the web site for the latest version and read the Release Notes that come with each version of firmware for further details.

Note: Make sure all your iLive MixRacks, Surfaces and xDR expanders are running the same

version of firmware, and that the Editor software, MixPad and Tweak apps are compatible. V1.9 is not compatible with V1.8 and earlier.

This user guide

This guide provides quick start information for the fixed format iLive Series iDR-16, iDR-32, iDR48 and iDR-64 MixRacks and the AES-Out option introduced with V1.9. For more on the modular iDR10 and iDR0 MixRacks, and the xDR-16 audio expander please refer to information and documentation on the Allen & Heath web site.

Further information

To find out more about the iLive range refer to the user guides associated with each system component. Refer also to the iLive Fixed Format Systems Getting Started Guide AP7141. Use the HELP MANUAL available from the iLive Surface TouchScreen UTILITY menu and within the Editor software. Refer to the Allen & Heath web site for the latest information on iLive and additional resources for download.

IMPORTANT- Please read carefully

By using this Allen & Heath product and the software within it, you agree to be bound by the terms of the relevant End User Licence Agreement (EULA), a copy of which can be found on the Allen & Heath website in the product's pages. You agree to be bound by the terms of the EULA by installing, copying, or otherwise using the software.

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Introduction to iLive

iLive is a state of the art system of components providing a uniquely flexible solution dedicated to live sound mixing and associated applications. It separates the mix engine from the control surface putting the audio and the DSP where it is needed near the stage, and offering a host of control and audio networking possibilities. Refer to the Allen & Heath web site to find out more about the iLive system.

The MixRack is the heart of the system. It is the mixer brain complete with audio sockets, DSP to process the audio, and control and audio networking ports. The MixRack is typically connected to one of the many iLive Surfaces available, but can also be controlled at the same time as or even without a Surface using a laptop or iPad, or preconfigured to run with PL Series remote controllers. Walking the stage with the freedom of wireless control opens up a whole new world of mixing…

 Distributed system – Separate MixRack (DSP) and Surface (controller)  Network, wireless laptop, iPad and iPhone control  Editor software for online or offline PC/Mac control  MixPad, OneMix and Tweak apps  System can be run without a Surface using laptop and iPad only  Choice of 6 MixRacks (DSP only, modular, 16, 32, 48 or 64 mics)  Versions available with AES digital out, or update an existing rack with option cards  Mix and match any combination of MixRack and Surface  Digital snake for local audio at the Surface – ACE™ single CAT5 up to 120m  Port B audio network option for digital mic splitting and system linking  ACE™, Dante, ES, MADI, ADAT, Aviom™, Waves option cards available  64x32 RackExtra DSP engine with 8 stereo FX processors  32 buses can be configured as mono/stereo groups, auxes, mains, matrix  Main mix types – none, M, LR, LCR, LCRplus, LRSub, LCRSub and more  Unique Sub main mix mode for instant access to separate sub bass level  Monitor mix capability with engineer’s Wedge and IEM monitors  64 channels configurable as mono or stereo  Two MixRacks can be linked in Dual-Rack mode to provide 128 input channels  Up to 72 sources to the mix including FX returns (136 in Dual-Rack mode)  3 Dynamics, PEQ, HPF and Delay on all 64 inputs  2 Dynamics, PEQ, 1/3 octave GEQ and Delay on all 32 mixes  8 Stereo FX with dedicated returns, PEQ and DFX Shaper  FX emulations of popular industry standard devices  Input, output and insert soft patchbays  Up to 8 channel Gangs with choice of which parameters to link  16 DCAs with DCA or Mute Group mode  Built-in signal generator and RTA

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User definable channel names and colours

 Libraries, Scenes and Show memories with USB transfer and Scene filter  Firmware and memories compatible across all models  Store all or selected items in Scene memories  Get started quickly with built-in Template Shows  8 Password protectable User Profiles  Compatible with Allen & Heath PL remote controllers and iDR Series  MIDI interface at both the MixRack and Surface  High performance, recallable mic/line preamps  Digital +/-24dB Trim for FOH/Monitor gain sharing  Low latency, low noise, very high preamp and mix headroom  Relay protected outputs  Redundant backup PSU capability

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Fixed Format MixRacks

iLive has two types of MixRack – Modular and fixed format. This guide is for fixed format iLive. Refer to the Allen & Heath web site to find out more about the modular iDR10 and iDR0 MixRacks.

There are 4 sizes of fixed format MixRack available. All feature the same 64x32, 8FX DSP mix engine and have audio and control network capability. The difference is the number of physical input and output sockets available. All models can work with the full 64 channels by patching additional sources via Port A (surface audio) and Port B (expander), or by adding one or two iDR-16 expander racks via Port B.

Each size has two versions available – All analogue XLR out, or the last 4 sockets replaced with two dual channel AES digital outputs. Existing racks can be modified to have one or more AES-Out option cards fitted.

iDR-16 Smallest, 3U fixed format MixRack for

compact applications mixing up to 16 mics, or FOH/Monitor systems with digital mic split. Order codes: IDR-16/* 16 mic/line in, 8 XLR out IDR-16-DO/* 16 mic/line, 4 XLR, 2 dual AES

iDR-32 6U fixed format MixRack equivalent to a

32 channel console. Order codes: IDR-32/* 32 mic/line in, 16 XLR out IDR-32-DO/* 32 mic/line, 12 XLR, 2 dual AES

iDR-48 8U fixed format MixRack equivalent to a

48 channel console. Order codes: IDR-48/* 48 mic/line in, 24 XLR out IDR-48-DO/* 48 mic/line, 20 XLR, 2 dual AES

iDR-64 Largest, 9U fixed format MixRack

equivalent to a 64 channel console. Order codes: IDR-64/* 64 mic/line in, 32 XLR out IDR-64-DO/* 64 mic/line, 28 XLR, 2 dual AES

xDR-16 I/O expander rack adding more input

and output sockets plus a Port B card slot. Requires ACE

Order codes: XDR-16/* 16 mic/line in, 8 XLR out XDR-16-DO/* 16 mic/line, 4 XLR, 2 dual AES

AES-Out option Existing MixRacks can be

upgraded to replace one or more I/O cards to provide AES digital outputs. The rack must be running firmware V1.9 before the card is fitted. This work should be carried out by a service agent.

Order code:

004-388KIT AES digital out option kit

8 mic/line, 2 dual channel AES

fitted to MixRack Port B.

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