Aviom AN-16/i v.2 User Manual

Input Module
User Guide
A-Net In
Power
Mono Stereo
Mono Stereo
Mono Stereo
9310 1026 0001F rev 1.00
© 2013 Aviom, Inc.
READ THIS FIRST

Important Safety Instructions

Read these instructions. 1. Keep these instructions. 2. Heed all warnings.3. Follow all instructions.4. Do not use this apparatus near water.5. Clean only with a dry cloth.6. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.7. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus 8.
(including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has 9.
two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience 10. receptacles, and the point where they exit the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.11. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with 12.
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.13. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been 14.
damaged in any way, such as when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
No on/off power switches are included in the system. The external power supply should be used to 15. control power to an Aviom device. This power supply should remain readily operable.
The solid line over dashed line symbol (16. ) indicates that the input voltage must be a DC voltage.
The box within a box symbol ( 17. ) indicates that the external power supply is double insulated.
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WARNING!
! !
TO REDUCE THE DANGER OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVERS.
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.
To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this product to rain or other types of moisture.
To avoid the hazard of electrical shock, do not handle the power cord with wet hands.
Replace fuse with same type and rating.
Operating Temperature: 0˚C to 50˚C (32˚F to 122˚F)
Risque de choc électrique – ne pas ouvrir. Pour réduire le risque de feu ou de choc électrique, ne pas exposer cet équipement à la pluie ou la moisissure. Pour réduire le risque de choc électrique, ne pas retirer le couvercle. Pièces non remplaçables par l’utilisateur. Confier la réparation à une personne qualifiée. Attention – utiliser seulement un fusible de rechange de même type.
Cet appareil est conforme à la section 15 de la norme FCC. Son fonctionnement est soumis aux conditions suivantes : (1) cet équipement ne doit pas causer des interférences nocives, et (2) cet équipement doit accepter toute interférence captée incluant les interférences pouvant causer des opérations indésirables.
Cet appareil numérique de Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
IMPORTANT:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the •
receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.•
Changes or modifications to the product not expressly approved by Aviom, Inc. could void the user’s FCC authority to operate the equipment.
CAUTION:
Using any audio system at high volume levels can cause • permanent damage to your hearing.
Set your system volume as low as possible. • Avoid prolonged exposure to excessive sound pressure levels.•
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Certifications

Pb
Pb-Free
EMC: EN55103-1:20 09
EN 55103-2: 2009 EN 55022:2006 / CISPR 22:1997 CAN/CSA-CEI/IEC CISPR 22:02
FCC 47 CFR, Part 15
Safety: UL 60065, 7th Edition, Rev.: 09/21/2012;
CAN/CSAC22.2 No. 60065:03 (R2012)
ETL/cETL Listed and RoHS Compliant
Notice of Rights
All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means—electronic, mechanical, photocopy, recording, or otherwise—without written permission of Aviom, Inc.
Trademarks
Aviom, A-Net, the A-Net icon, Pro16, Pro16e, Pro64, AllFrame, m-control, and Virtual Data Cable are trademarks of Aviom, Inc.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
©2013 Aviom, Inc. All rights reserved.
Information is subject to change without notice.
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Aviom, Inc. Limited Warranty

Aviom, Inc. warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of the original retail purchase.
This warranty does not apply if the equipment has been damaged due to misuse, abuse, accident, or problems with electrical power. The warranty also does not apply if the product has been opened or modified in any way; if the product serial number has been damaged, modified, or removed; or if the original Quality Assurance label has been damaged, modified, or removed.
If a defect is discovered, first write or call Aviom, Inc. to obtain a Return Authorization number. No service will be performed on any product returned without prior authorization. Aviom, Inc. will, at its option, repair or replace the product at no charge to you. The product must be returned during the warranty period, with transportation charges prepaid to Aviom, Inc., 1157 Phoenixville Pike, Suite 201, West Chester, PA
19380. You must use the product’s original packing materials for shipment. Shipments should be insured for the value of the product. Include your name, address, phone number, description of the problem, and copy of the original bill of sale with the shipment. The Return Authorization number should be written on the outside of the box.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE (OR JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION). AVIOM’S RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCTIONS AND DEFECTS IN HARDWARE IS LIMITED TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. NO WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WILL APPLY AFTER SUCH PERIOD.
AVIOM, INC. DOES NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY BEYOND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOCUMENT. AVIOM, INC.’S LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT, AT OUR OPTION, OF ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT, AND SHALL IN NO EVENT INCLUDE INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
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Warranty Information

Please record the following information for future reference:
Your Authorized Aviom Dealer:
Name:
Address:
Phone:
Serial Numbers of Your Aviom Products:
Date of Purchase:
Your Authorized Aviom Dealer is your primary source for service and support. The information recorded above will be helpful in communicating with your Authorized Aviom Dealer should you need to contact Aviom Customer Service. If you have any questions concerning the use of this unit, please contact your Authorized Aviom Dealer first. For additional technical support, or to find the name of the nearest Authorized Aviom Repair Station, check the Aviom web site at www.aviom.com.
To fulfill warranty requirements, your Aviom product should be serviced only at an authorized Aviom service center. The Aviom serial number label must appear on the outside of the unit, or the Aviom warranty is void.
This manual and its contents are copyrighted by Aviom, Inc. All rights are reserved by Aviom, Inc. This document may not, in whole or in part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated, or reduced to any electronic medium or machine-readable form without prior written consent from Aviom, Inc.
The software and/or firmware contained within Aviom products is copyrighted and all rights are reserved by Aviom, Inc.
Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the text and illustrations in this manual, no guarantee is made or implied as to the accuracy of the information contained within.
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
Certications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Aviom, Inc. Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi
AN-16/i v.2 Input Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Conventions Used in This Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
AN-Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Using Personal Mixers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Cat-5 Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
A-Net Distributors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
About A-Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Pro16 Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Pro64 Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
About Category 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Cat-5 Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Cable Lengths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
AC Line Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Power Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installing in an Equipment Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Cleaning and Maintenance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
AN-16/i v.2 Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
AN-16/i v.2 Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
AN-16/i v.2 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Channel LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Input Level Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Mono/Stereo Link Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Using Stereo Links . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Power and A-Net LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Power Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
A-Net Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
A-Net In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
A-Net Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Slot Range Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Channel Input Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Channel Thru Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Connecting Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Connections on the AN-16/i v.2 Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Connecting a Mixing Console to the AN-16/i v.2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Direct Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
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Insert Send/Return Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
TRS Inserts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Discrete Insert Send and Return Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Adding Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
A-Net Audio Without the Effect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
A-Net Audio With the Effect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Submixing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Stereo Submix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Aux Sends (Effects Sends) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Line-level Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Conguring Monitor Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Pro16 Personal Mixing Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Rear Panel Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Daisy Chain Personal Mixing System Connections . . . . . . . . . . 27
Using an A-Net Distributor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Multi-Zone 16-Channel Monitor Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Higher Channel Count Personal Mixing Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Channel Mapping on the A360 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Stereo Input Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
How Stereo Links Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Beyond the Default Channel Mapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Rear Panel Setup for Pro16e Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
32-Channel Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
64-Channel Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Using Legacy Input Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Digital Snakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Basic Digital Snake Conguration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
System Bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Digital Snake - 16 x 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Setup On Stage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Setup at Front-of-House (FOH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Digital Snake - 32 x 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Digital Snake - 48 x 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Adding Audio Outputs - Splits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Cat-5 Cable Pinout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
T568A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
T568B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Warranty Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
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AN-16/i v.2 Input Module

A-Net In
Power
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Mono Stereo
Mono Stereo
Mono Stereo
Mono Stereo
Mono Stereo
Mono Stereo
Mono Stereo
Mono Stereo
Thank you for purchasing the Aviom AN-16/i v.2 Input Module. This User Guide is designed to familiarize you with your new product’s features and to have your Pro16® or Pro16e™ system up and running as quickly as possible.

Features

The AN-16/i v.2 is part of Aviom’s Pro16® Series of products; it can be combined with Pro16 and Pro16e devices to create personal mixing systems, digital snakes, and audio distribution systems for applications in live performance, broadcast, and recording.
The AN-16/i v.2 Input Module’s main features include:
Sixteen balanced line-level 1/4-inch TRS jacks for audio input connections
Sixteen balanced 1/4-inch TRS jacks for audio Thru connections
High quality A-to-D conversion at 48kHz, 24-bit
Adjustable input level switches per channel pair
Eight stereo channel Link switches
Signal and Peak LEDs on each channel
• A-Net® In and A-Net Out jacks
4-position Slot Range switch for Pro16e applications
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Conventions Used in This Document

AN-Series

The AN-16/i v.2 Input Module, original AN-16/i Input Module, AN-16/i-M Mic Input Module, and AN-16/o Output Module are referred to generically as the AN-Series of products.
When describing audio network configurations, the AN-16/i-M Mic Input Module and most Pro16 console interface cards can be substituted anywhere the AN-16/i is used.

Using Personal Mixers

It is possible to create an audio distribution and personal monitor system using any combination of Aviom AN-Series and Personal Mixer products, including the A360, A-16II, and A-16R.
When referring to the use of the Personal Mixers in a system in general, the term Personal Mixer is used to describe a case where an A360 Personal Mixer, A-16II Personal Mixer, or a A-16R Rack-mount Personal Mixer (with/without the optional A-16CS Control Surface) can be used.

Cat-5 Cables

In most cases unshielded (UTP) Cat-5e, Cat-6, and Cat-6e cables can be interchanged. When speaking about interconnections between components in a system, the term Cat-5 is used generically to indicate the use of any of the applicable cable types.

A-Net Distributors

The A-16D and A-16D Pro A-Net Distributors are referred to generically as A-Net Distributors. Both are used to copy an A-Net digital signal and split it into multiple copies so that devices may be connected in parallel.
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Package Contents

The AN-16/i v.2 Input Module box includes:
AN-16/i v.2 Input Module
DC Power supply for the AN-16/i v.2
Documentation
Options for your system include:
Cat-5e/Cat-6 UTP interconnect cables
• AN-16SBR System Bridge
Aviom Personal Mixer products such as the A360 Personal Mixer, A-16II Personal Mixer, or A-16R Rack-mount Personal Mixer for creating a monitoring system
Pro16 output devices such as the AN-16/o Output Module or AV-P2 Output Module
A-16D and/or A-16D Pro A-Net Distributors
Also included with the system is a Warranty Registration, found within this User Guide. Be sure to fill out the form and return it to Aviom, Inc. via mail or fax as soon as possible. Warranty info may also be submitted on the Aviom website, www.Aviom.com.

About A-Net

A-Net® is a proprietary high-speed data transmission protocol developed by Aviom, capable of sending and receiving high-quality digital audio using readily available Cat-5 cables.
A-Net is based on the physical layer of Ethernet, a Local Area Network (or LAN) technology. This provides A-Net with a mature and robust base on which to build. However, it is important to note that A-Net devices are not compatible with Ethernet devices.
Some of the benefits of using A-Net to transmit digital audio are:
Virtually no latency; analog in to analog out is always less than one millisecond
No ground loops
Easy cabling using readily available components
An unlimited number of A-Net devices can be used in a system
Ease in spanning long distances between system components
There are two versions of Pro16 A-Net: the original Pro16 A-Net signal carries sixteen channels of digital data while the enhanced Pro16e® version of A-Net is capable of carrying up to 64 channels of digital audio data. Like standard Pro16 A-Net, Pro16e is a point-to-point digital audio protocol.
Pro16e A-Net data is intended for use with the A360 Personal Mixer which can take advantage of the higher network channel count that Pro16e provides.
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Compatibility

The AN-16/i v.2 Input Module is compatible with Pro16, Pro16e, and Pro64 A-Net devices as detailed below.

Pro16 Products

The following Pro16 and Pro16e products may be connected to the AN-16/i v.2 A-Ne t Ou t :
A360 Personal Mixer
A-16II Personal Mixer
A-16R Rack-mount Personal Mixer
A-16D A-Net Distributor
A-16D Pro A-Net Distributor
AN-16/o Output Module
• AV-P2 Output Module
Another AN-16/i v.2 Input Module
No t e : The AN-16/i v.2 Input Module’s Pro16e A-Net Out is not compatible with the original A-16
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Personal Mixer, discontinued in 2004. Some A-16R Personal Mixers produced prior to the release of the Y1 A-Net Card are also not compatible.
The A-Ne t Ou t from the following Pro16 devices may be connected to the AN-16/i v.2 Input Module’s A-Ne t IN port:
AN-16/i v.2 Input Module
AN-16/i Input Module
AN-16/i-M Mic Input Module
• AV-M8 Mic Input Module
• Aviom16/o-Y1 A-Net Card for Yamaha® devices
A-16D and A-16D Pro A-Net Distributors
Third-Party Pro16 A-Net console cards

Pro64 Products

Adding the ASI A-Net Systems Interface to a Pro64® digital snake or audio network allows Pro64 channels to be translated into Pro16 data. The ASI separates the 64-channel Pro64 stream into up to four 16-channel Pro16 outputs, depending on the Pro64 sample rate being used. Any of the four Pro16 A-Net outputs from the ASI may be connected to the A-Net In on the AN-16/i v.2.
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About Category 5

RJ45 Jack
Cat-5e Cable
The term Category 5 (also referred to as Cat-5) is broadly used to describe a type of high performance network cabling used for data transmission purposes to connect computer networks and other devices. A standard patch cable consists of four twisted pairs of copper wire terminated by RJ45 male connectors. The cable assembly is used to provide connectivity between any two Cat-5 female RJ45 jacks.
A variation of the cable, called Category 5e (or Cat-5e), has largely replaced Cat-5 in the field; it uses additional twists in the cable’s wire pairs to reduce interference in high-speed network applications. Additional wire pair variations are found in Cat-6 and Cat-6e cables, typically used with gigabit networking devices.
Use Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cables for all A-Net applications.
NO t e : While the Cat-5e cables and connectors used on your Aviom products look like typical
P
computer Ethernet network connections, do not connect computers, routers, or other home and business networking equipment to your Aviom products.

Cat-5 Cables

Any standard Category 5e (Cat-5e) UTP cable may be used with your Aviom products. If you need a longer cable for a particular application, any computer store should be able to supply you with an appropriate cable. A qualified technician should be able to build custom cables to any length.
For fixed or permanent installations, you have the option of running Cat-5 cables inside walls and terminating them with readily available wall panel connectors that include the RJ45 jack. (Solid wire is recommended for permanent installations.)
In addition to standard Category 5e cables, Category 6 (Cat-6) cables can also be used.
No t e : When purchasing Category 5e cables, be sure to buy only standard Cat-5e UTP cables,
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not those sold as crossover cables. A crossover cable is used for file transfer between two computers and is not compatible with your Aviom equipment.
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Cable Lengths

Pro16 A-Net Out Pro16 A-Net In
Total Pro16 A-Net cable length: 500 feet (150 meters)
Passive Coupler
Passive Coupler
Pro16 A-Net Out Pro16 A-Net In
Total Pro16 A-Net cable length: 500 feet (150 meters)
Passive Coupler
Passive Coupler
Pro16e A-Net Out
Pro16 or
Pro16e A-Net In
Total Pro16e A-Net cable length: 400 feet (122 meters)
Passive Coupler
Passive Coupler
For Pro16 applications—connecting one Pr o16 device to another—the Cat-5e cables used with your Aviom products may be up to 500 feet (approximately 150 meters) in length between devices. For example, connecting an AN-16/i-M Mic Input Module to an AN-16/o Output Module is a Pro16-to-Pro16 connection.
When using P ro16 e —such as the A-Net Out from an AN-16/i v.2 to any other Pro16 or Pro16e device—Cat-5e cables may be up to 400 feet (approximately 122 meters) in length between compatible devices due to the larger amount of data being transmitted to accommodate Pro16e’s higher channel count.
The maximum cable length specification applies to the total cable length between an A-Ne t Ou t port on one device and the A-Ne t IN port on the next A-Net capable device in your system.
Your cable length performance will be affected by a number of factors including the quality of the cables used, and the number of passive devices such as cable couplers or passive wall panel interconnections in use.
Stranded or solid Cat-5e cable may be used; stranded cable is easier to deploy on a stage while solid core cable provides slightly better maximum distance performance. Solid core wire is typically used in permanent instillations in walls and across ceilings.
When using the optional AN-16SBR System Bridge with Pro16 and Pro16e devices, the cable length specification applies to the total cable length between the two active A-Net devices being connected with the passive AN-16SBR System Bridge, plus all cables. This is also true when using an inline coupler to extend cable lengths.
Pre-made cables in a variety of lengths and colors are available at most computer outlets. Cables may be extended by using a simple passive device called an inline coupler to add length to existing cables (as long as you do not exceed the specified maximum cable length). If you need a longer cable on occasion, this is a simple solution. Note that the maximum cable length performance can be compromised by using inline couplers or other passive connection devices.
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AC Line Conditioning

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Aviom products are digital devices and as such are sensitive to sudden spikes and drops in the AC line voltage. Changes in the line voltage from lightning, power outages, etc. can sometimes damage electronic equipment.
To minimize the chance of damage to your equipment from sudden changes in the AC line voltage, you may want to plug your equipment into a power source that has surge and spike protection. Power outlet strips are available with built-in surge protection circuits that may help protect your equipment.
Other options for protection of your equipment include the use of an AC line conditioner or a battery backup system (sometimes referred to as an uninterruptible power supply, or UPS).

Power Supplies

Your Aviom product uses a DC power supply that has a two-prong power cord. The prongs on the power supply are identical, meaning that there is no need to orient the plug in a specific direction in the power outlet. Some products with two-prong power cords have polarized plugs that can only be inserted into an electrical outlet one way.
The power supply that is shipped with your Aviom product is a universal switching type. It is capable of working with voltages from 90 to 240 volts AC. This means that a separate power supply is not needed to use the products with the AC power systems found in most countries. You should always use the power supply that shipped with your product. When travelling, you may need plug adapters to use the power supply with the AC outlet plug shape variations in use throughout the world.
Should you need to replace the power supply that came with your product, we recommend using only a power supply that meets the following specifications.
Type Switching
Input Voltage
Output 24Vdc 0.5A
Polarity
Plug Size 2 mm
Note that polarity of the plug found on the DC power supply needs to match that of the original power supply that came with your Aviom equipment. Aviom products use a center positive power supply. The outer contact is negative, the inner contact is positive.
90-240 volts
Outer = negative; Inner = positive
Power Supply Polarity
50/60Hz 30VA
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Installing in an Equipment Rack

The AN-16/i v.2 Input Module is designed to be installed in a standard 19-inch audio equipment rack. This design is both for easy transportation of the unit and for protection. Each unit takes up one standard rack space (19 inches wide by 1.75 inches high).
The rack ears on each side of the device are designed to support the weight of the AN-16/i v.2 without additional hardware. Each rack ear contains holes for two screws per side. Always support the unit with all four screws.
To rack mount the AN-16/i v.2, position it in the equipment rack at the desired location. Use standard rack­mounting screws (10-32 size) to attach the unit to your rack hardware. Tighten all four screws firmly, but avoid overtightening.
You may want to use non-metallic washers between the rack-mounting screws and the device’s finished surface to avoid marring the painted finish on your Aviom products.
Always allow adequate ventilation for devices mounted in equipment racks. Avoid placing your Pro16 product directly above or below other rack-mounted devices that produce high levels of heat, such as power amps.

Cleaning and Maintenance Information

The exterior of your Aviom products should be cleaned with a dry, soft, lint-free cloth. For tougher dirt, you can use a cloth slightly dampened with water or with a mild detergent.
When cleaning your Aviom products, never spray cleaners directly onto the product surfaces. Instead, spray a small amount of the cleaning solution onto a clean cloth first. Then use the dampened cloth to clean the product.
No t e : Never use solvents or abrasive cleaners on the finished surfaces of your Aviom products.
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AN-16/i v.2 Front Panel

A-Net In
Power
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Mono Stereo
Mono Stereo
Mono Stereo
Mono Stereo
Mono Stereo
Mono Stereo
Mono Stereo
Mono Stereo
Use the following diagrams to become familiar with the components of the front and rear panels of the AN-16/i v.2 Input Module.
Function
1 Clip LED, red – Lights when the audio signal is 3dB below full scale (0dB)
2 Signal Present LED, green – Lights to show that an audio signal is present on a channel
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4
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6 Power LED, red – Indicates that the AN-16/i v.2 is powered on
Stereo Link Switch – In the left position, each channel is mono; in the right position, the channels are linked as a stereo pair
Input Level Switch – Selects one of four available operating levels; selectable for each channel pair
A-Net In LED, green – Indicates that the AN-16/i v.2 is receiving a valid A-Net signal from another Pro16 device
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AN-16/i v.2 Rear Panel

Function
1 Slot Range Switch – Sets the network Slot Range that the unit will transmit its inputs in
2 DC Power Jack – Connect the DC power supply here
3 A-Net In Jack – Connect the A-Net Out of another Pro16 or Pro16e device here
4 A-Net Out Jack – Connects to the A-Net In of a Pro16 or Pro16e A-Net compatible device
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6 Thru Jack – A copy of the balanced/unbalanced analog audio from the Audio In jack
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AN-16/i v.2 Features

Mono Stereo
Mono Stereo
Mono Stereo
Mono Stereo
Mono Stereo
Mono Stereo
Mono Stereo
Mono Stereo
This section explains the basic layout of your new Aviom Pro16 product and its functions.
The front panel of the AN-16/i v.2 contains the channel information, Mono/Stereo link switches, Signal Present LEDs, Clip LEDs, A-Net In and Power indicators, and the Input Level switches.

Channel LEDs

The numbered Channels on the AN-16/i v.2 front panel correspond to the sixteen line-level analog audio inputs on its rear panel. They are grouped together in pairs—Channels 1 and 2, Channels 3 and 4, etc. Each channel contains two LEDs, one showing that there is an audio signal present, and another used to indicate that the input to a channel is causing audio clipping. Signal and Clip LEDs appear directly beneath the channel numbers.
The lower LED, marked SI g N A l , will light as long as an audio signal of at least -40dB is present on the channel. It provides an easy way to confirm that audio is indeed passing into the AN-16/i v.2 and being converted to A-Net.
The upper LED is marked Cl I p . It will light if a signal reaches a point that is within 3dB of full scale (0dB). In general, you want to operate the system so that the Clip LED lights only occasionally (the transients of percussive sources will typically peak for a few milliseconds, for example). If the LED is on constantly, you should either lower the level of the source audio coming into the AN-16/i v.2 or try different Input Level settings.

Input Level Switch

The AN-16/i v.2 has been designed to accept a wide range of professional and semi-professional audio levels. There are four Input Level gain settings available. Changes to the input level on the AN-16/i v.2 front panel affect a pair of channels at a time.
The four levels are +22dBu, +4dBu, 0dBu, and -10dBV. To select the proper Input Level setting, choose the Input Level position that most closely matches the maximum output level of the audio gear being connected to the AN-16/i v.2 rear panel TRS jacks.
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