Allen&Heath iDR D-In User Manual

iDR D-in/out DIGITAL EXPANDERS AP6636

User Guide

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100 - 240V~

47-63Hz ~ 25W MAX

100 - 240V~

47-63Hz ~ 25W MAX

ATTENTION: REMPLACER PAR UN FUSIBLE STRICTEMENT IDENTIQUE EN VALEURS. FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE REPLACE FUSE WI TH SAME TYPE AND RATING.

FUSE: T500mA L

20mm

250V

ATTENTION: REMPLACER PAR UN FUSIBLE STRICTEMENT IDENTIQUE EN VALEURS. FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE REPLACE FUSE WITH SAME TYPE AND RATING.

FUSE: T500mA L

250V

20mm

OUT

DR-LINK

AUDIO OUTOUT DR-LINK IN

DIGITAL EXPANDER

AUDIO IN

DIGITAL EXPANDER

EXPANDER INPUTS

ALLEN&HEATH

iDR D-in

S/N

EXPANDER OUTPUTS

ALLEN&HEATH

iDR D-out

S/N

powerlock link

lock link power

AES IN

S/PDIF IN S/PDIF IN S/PDIF IN S/PDIF IN

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4 3 2 1

AES OUT

S/PDIF OUT S/PDIF OUT S/PDIF OUT S/PDIF OUT

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AES IN

DIGITAL INPUTS

AES OUT AES OUT AES OUT

DIGITAL OUTPUTS

AES IN

iDR D-in

DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT EXPANDER

iDR D-out

DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT EXPANDER

AES IN

iDR D-in and iDR D-out are add-on digital audio expander units for the Allen & Heath iDR-4 and iDR-8 audio mix processors. They provide AES3 and SPDIF format digital audio inputs and outputs to add to the analogue audio connections on the main unit. The iDR D-in has 8 inputs arranged as 4 pairs. Either the AES3 (XLR) or the SPDIF (RCA phono) input may be selected for each pair. The iDR D-out has 8 outputs arranged as 4 pairs. These provide AES3 and SPDIF outputs simultaneously available. Only one input and one output expander may be added to the iDR system bringing it up to a maximum 16x16 audio matrix. This may be any combination of the analogue and digital expanders available for the iDR system. These units do not have any processing built in. They simply convert the AES3 and SPDIF formats to work with the 8 channel wide iDR digital bus which feeds the main unit via a CAT5 STP cable. The processing and mixing is handled by the main iDR-4 or iDR-8 unit which features the full 16x16 DSP matrix. The iDR System Manager software is used to select either the AES3 or the SPDIF connection for each expander input pair. Both expander units have 8 front panel LEDs in addition to the 3 status indicators. These are 3-colour soft LEDs which can be assigned as audio meters, mute indicators or patch related indicators. They are programmed in the usual way using the iDR System Manager software. Control of the expanders is via the DR-Link port using a CAT5 STP cable. This means that two CAT5 cables are required to interconnect an expander to the main unit. Maximum distance between the units is 250 metres. Local mains power is required.

This product complies with the European Electromagnetic Compatibility directives 89/336/EEC & 92/31/EEC and the European Low Voltage Directives 73/23/EEC & 93/68/EEC.

NOTE: Do not remove the cover of the unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Any changes or modifications to the equipment not approved by Allen & Heath could void the compliance of the equipment and therefore the users authority to operate it.

iDR D-in/out User Guide AP6636 Issue 1

Whilst we believe the information in this guide to be reliable we do not assume responsibility for inaccuracies. We also reserve the right to make changes in the interest of further product development.

iDR D-in/out User Guide AP6636 1

The iDR D-in and iDR D-out expanders can be rack mounted or free standing. There are no user controls on the front panel, only the status and assignable LEDs. Allow a minimum of 75mm clearance behind the unit for the connectors and cables. Ensure adequate ventilation to the side of and behind the unit.

The units are shipped with their rack ears fitted and feet removed ready to be mounted in a standard 19” equipment rack. 1U rack space is required. For desk mount operation remove the two rack ears using a Torx (star head) T10 screwdriver. Fit the four plastic feet provided by pressing them into the underside.

48mm

1.9"

M3 Torx T10

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100 - 240V~

47-63Hz ~ 25W MAX

44mm

iDR-in and iDR-out EXPANDERS

1.7" 1U

Remove 2x rack ears

Fit 4x feet

ATTENTION: REMPLACER PAR UN F FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAI REPLACE FUSE WITH SAME TYPE A

FUSE: T500mA L

250V

20mm

483mm

443mm

19"

17.4"

307mm

12"

powerlock link

lock link power

232mm

9.1"

iDR-in

AUDIO INPUT EXPANDER

iDR-out

AUDIO OUTPUT EXPANDER

75mm

Make sure you have read the Important Safety Instructions provided. Also check that your local mains supply is compatible with that printed on the rear panel of the unit. Ensure that the correct mains lead with moulded plug and IEC connector has been supplied. For your own safety and optimum performance make sure the system is correctly grounded.

To avoid any unexpected audible clicks or thumps always turn connected power amplifiers down or off before switching the iDR or any other signal equipment on or off.

Turning the expander on or off First make sure

powerlock link

the unit is correctly plugged up and connected to the iDR-4(8). This is described below. Turn the unit on by pressing the rear panel power ON/OFF switch. The power LED lights up. The link LED lights if the DR-Link connection is established with the iDR-4(8). The lock LED lights once the link is established and audio is correctly communicated with the iDR-4(8). The iDR System Manager detects the presence of the expander.

If one or more of the LEDs do not light then check that the cables are correctly fitted and the iDR-4(8) is functioning normally.

Checking for expanders You can use the front

*8 Diagnostics

Audio Exp:In/Out

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panel iDR-4(8) Setup menus to check if any expanders are connected and recognised. This is useful when the expanders are located far away from the main unit. With the face plate removed access menu *8 Diagnostics and scroll to Audio Exp. Refer to the iDR-4 user guide AP5230 or iDR-8 user guide AP4530 for further details.

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