Allen&Heath iDR D-In User Manual
iDR D-in/out DIGITAL EXPANDERS AP6636
User Guide
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FUSE: T500mA L
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AES IN
iDR D-in
DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT EXPANDER
iDR D-out
DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT EXPANDER
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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
Copyright © 2008 Allen & Heath Limited. All rights reserved
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.
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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~
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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
3"
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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